Episodes

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the classic films that shaped pop culture. In this episode, they're tackling two of the biggest college comedies of the 70s and 80s: "Animal House" and "Revenge of the Nerds." Join Jason and Dee as they explore the stories behind these iconic movies, uncovering the creative process and the cultural impact that made them legendary. They'll also delve into the soundtracks, discussing how modern m...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee take you back to the wild and hilarious world of college comedies. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, they compare two of the biggest college movies of the 70s and 80s: "Animal House" and "Revenge of the Nerds." Join Jason and Dee as they dive into the genesis of "Animal House," exploring how the creative minds behind National Lampoon brought this groundbreaking comedy to life. They’ll uncover how its success paved...

Join Jason and Dee as they unravel the fascinating trivia from behind the scenes of these legendary films. Discover the secrets, challenges, and surprising facts that went into making these classics. They'll also provide an in-depth breakdown of the biggest and most memorable scenes, analyzing what made them so impactful and why they continue to captivate audiences. As the episode builds to its climax, Jason and Dee will deliver their final judgment on which movie reigns supreme. With their uni...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee take you on a journey through the most iconic films of the past. In Part 1 of this special episode, they dive into two of the biggest and best sequels of the eighties: "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" and "Lethal Weapon 2." Join Jason and Dee as they kick off this epic comparison by exploring the origins of each movie. They'll uncover the stories behind the making of these classics and discuss how they became de...

In this exhilarating episode of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, hosts Jason and Dee take you on a high-flying journey through the iconic soundtrack of the 1986 movie "Top Gun." They go track by track, diving into the stories behind each song, exploring how they impacted pop culture, and discussing their influence on the movie's success. From the adrenaline-pumping "Danger Zone" to the soulful "Take My Breath Away," every track gets the deep dive it deserves. Additionally, they explore...

In this gripping episode of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, hosts Jason and Dee explore the fascinating yet tumultuous history of Milli Vanilli. They take listeners on a journey through the band's meteoric rise to fame in the late 1980s and their significant cultural impact during that era. The heart of the episode features a detailed, track-by-track discussion of their 1989 album "Girl You Know It's True," examining the catchy hits and production that captivated a global audience. Ja...

Get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as hosts Jason and Dee take you back to the incredible year of 1979! In this fun and engaging episode, they each countdown their top 5 songs of the year, complete with intriguing clues and captivating stories behind each hit. Try to guess the songs before they reveal them, and enjoy the rich tapestry of memories and music history that shaped an unforgettable era. With some honorable mentions thrown in for good measure, this episode is a must-listen...

Join hosts Jason and Dee in this exciting episode as they dive into their spoiler-free reactions to the highly anticipated new movie, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," now streaming on Netflix. Get ready for a dynamic discussion as Dee shares intriguing behind-the-scenes tidbits and fascinating production details that add depth to the film experience. Meanwhile, Jason breaks down what the creators did right, highlighting the elements that make this latest installment a worthy addition to the iconic f...

Once upon a time, before he was a #1 recording artist, this struggling artist went to record in the studio, and if you grew up in the 80s or 90s, you will recognize his recording. But, most people have no idea who was responsible, because he received no credit for his work. Join us for this special edition of the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, hosts Jason and Dee delve into the captivating history of the legendary band The Cult. They trace the band's evolution from their early days to their breakthrough in the 1980s rock scene. The focal point of the episode is an in-depth, track-by-track discussion of The Cult's iconic 1989 album "Sonic Temple," where they analyze the lyrics, musical style, and significance of each track. Additionally, Jason and Dee highlight the band's ca...

In this episode of "Surely You Can't Be Serious," hosts Dee and Jason delve into the powerful world of rock with a deep dive into Great White's career-defining album, "...Twice Shy." Join us as we explore the stories, triumphs, and tragedies behind the band's most iconic record. Dee and Jason kick things off by uncovering the stories behind each song on "...Twice Shy." From the energetic riffs of "Once Bitten, Twice Shy" to the emotional depth of "The Angel Song," we dissect the inspiration, cr...

Jason and Dee are joined by Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast, Jeff Johnson of the A Film By... Podcast, and David Wright of the Apples & Oranges Podcast. Tune in as they discuss Star Wars The Phantom Menace. What works? What does not work? What could be done to fix it? Is it worth the rewatch? How does it compare to Star Trek The Motion Picture? (And, why Midichlorians are a thing...) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priva...

Boldly go where no podcast has gone before with hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, joined by special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast and Star Trek expert Chuck Bryan. In this stellar episode, they embark on an in-depth exploration of the 1979 classic, "Star Trek: The Motion Picture". Join the crew as they delve into the intricate details of this iconic film, examining its place in the Star Trek universe and its impact on science fiction cinema. W...

Get ready to go back in time to the year 1989 with hosts Jason and Dee of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast as they tickle your ears with the best audio delights of that year! Its business in the front and party in the back in this special episode as Jason and Dee will take you back to the era of mullets, aviator sunglasses and jean jackets. Our hosts curate a list of 1989 bangers and leave you only with the best hair metal, power ballads and make out tunes of the mid MTV era. So turn ...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where Jason and Dee take you on a deep dive into the iconic sounds of The Cars' best album of the 80s, "Heartbeat City." Join us as we dissect each song track by track, exploring the rich history, the profound impact, and the captivating stories behind every iconic track and music video. In this episode, we unravel the layers of "Heartbeat City," from its infectious pop hooks to its innovative production techniques. We discuss the band's evo...

Join hosts Dee and Jason on a musical journey through the iconic career of Bryan Adams as they dive into his career-defining album, "Reckless," on the latest episode of "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast. Get ready to rock as we explore the stories behind each track on this timeless album. From the anthemic "Summer of '69" to the heart-wrenching ballad "Heaven," Dee and Jason uncover the inspiration and emotion that fueled Adams' songwriting process. But that's not all – we also delve into ...

40th Anniversary Celebration

40th Anniversary Celebration

Join hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, alongside special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast, as they embark on a wild and comedic journey through the much-maligned sequel, "Beverly Hills Cop III". In this episode, the trio fearlessly tackles the pros and cons of this infamous film, daring to ask the tough questions: What, if anything, works about "Beverly Hills Cop III"? What led to this train derailing off the tracks - was it Eddie Murphy's perfor...

Join hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast as they dive deep into the depths of cinematic infamy with special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast. Together, they embark on an uproarious journey through the murky waters of the much-maligned sequel, "Jaws 3-D" and ask the question "What the Heck Happened?" In this hilarious and insightful episode, the trio delves into the pros and cons of this infamous film, dissecting what works, what doesn't, and how the...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee delve deep into the realms of music nostalgia, dissecting iconic albums and the stories behind them. In this episode, join us on a journey back to the 1980s as we shine a spotlight on one of the era's most beloved pop duos – Wham! Grab your neon yellow fingerless gloves and "Choose Life" t-shirts as we dive headfirst into Wham!'s sophomore album, "Make It Big." From infectious pop melodies to heartfelt ballads, each...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the music that shaped our lives. In this episode, we're dissecting the iconic Tears for Fears album "Songs from the Big Chair." Join us as we unravel the layers of each track, exploring the genesis of the songs and the anecdotes behind the music. From the anthemic "Shout" to the introspective "Everybody Wants to Rule the World," we'll explore the themes, inspirations, and creative process behin...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee dive deep into the world of classic karate movies from the mid-eighties. In this episode, they're pitting two iconic films against each other: "The Karate Kid" and "The Last Dragon." Join Jason and Dee as they dissect the origins of each movie, exploring the creative vision behind them and how they became cult classics in their own right. They'll delve into the details of the cast, sharing insights into the performa...

Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee dive deep into the world of classic karate movies from the mid-eighties. In this episode, they're pitting two iconic films against each other: "The Karate Kid" and "The Last Dragon." Join Jason and Dee as they dissect the origins of each movie, exploring the creative vision behind them and how they became cult classics in their own right. They'll delve into the details of the cast, sharing insights into the performa...