High n' Dry Podcast

Aug 12 2024
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Hosted by Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin, High n' Dry tackles film and philosophy with their patented 3-part method.  What makes them so special and fun?  One of them is drunk, and the other is really, really high.  Welcome to a drunken chat at 3 in the morning with your best buds. Come talk movies and philosophy, and get wasted along the way. New episodes every other week!  Music by AlexGrohl @ Pixabay
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Should we F* the Couch?: A Deep Dive into "It Follows" on High n' Dry Podcast

Aug 12 2024 61 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wonder what happens when bullies get what's coming to them? On this episode of the High n' Dry Podcast, we reminisce about the wild reality show "Bully Beatdown" before diving headfirst into the eerie world of "It Follows." With potent Acapulco Gold in hand and a 60s-inspired vodka martini at our side, we dissect the film's unique take on horror, providi

From Dysfunction to Dystopia: Exploring 'The Fifth Element' and Pop Culture

Jul 29 2024 71 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how a movie can transform our perception of pop culture? We kick things off with a hilarious recount of our rocky relationship with the Titus show, and seamlessly transition into a heartfelt appreciation for "The Fifth Element." Our personal stories, steeped in the chaos of dysfunctional families, offer a unique, candid lens through which we dig

Big Trouble in Little High n' Dry: Episode #79 (Feat. Reece Merritt)

Jul 08 2024 69 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered what happens when you mix John Wayne swagger with martial arts mayhem? Join us as we bring a nostalgic and slightly tipsy twist to John Carpenter’s cult classic "Big Trouble in Little China." Hosts Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin, along with our guest Reece Merritt, kick things off with a hilarious nod to the game show "Win Ben Stein's Mon

Tactics for Defeating The Invisible Man: Episode #78

May 27 2024 61 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Embark on a revealing exploration of "The Invisible Man" as Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin take you through the film's chilling portrayal of domestic violence and its cultural reverberations. Our latest episode promises a blend of humor and grave reflection, delivering insights into the nuances of abuse and the responsibility of men in confronting these

Dorm Room Philosophy with "John Dies at the End": Episode #77

May 13 2024 51 mins  
Send us a Text Message."John Dies at the End," is a film that dances on the edge of genres and reality. Join us as we unpack its complexities, its comparison to David Wong's literary wit, and our enduring bromance that's withstood the test of time and questionable facial hair.Navigating the labyrinth of book-to-film translations can be as perplexing as the existence of Paul Giamatt

Life is a Space Opera, So Simp for Jessica (Dune II): Episode #76

May 06 2024 84 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Prepare your palate for a sensory symphony, as we blend the rich notes of "Dune 2" analysis with the bold flavors of a whiskey tasting in this latest podcast episode. James Crossland joins me to dissect the latest cinematic adaptation, where Timothy Chalamet's performance and the film's world-building captivate as much as the whiskey warms. This episode is a

I Was Jeff Goldblum the Entire Time (Jurassic Park): High n' Dry Episode #75

Mar 10 2024 61 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever wondered if "Jurassic Park" could legitimately send shivers down your spine as a horror film? Join James and me as we raise our glasses, in honor of both Sam Neill's iconic role in the dino-epic that shaped our nightmares. Picture Jeff Goldblum, shirtless, amid the chaos - yup, we're talking about that scene, and so much more. The episode isn't

"Total Recall" was a Dream: High n' Dry Episode #74

Feb 21 2024 52 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Ah, the 80s—when sci-fi was as much about spandex and big hair as it was about the uneasy marriage of man and machine. Even though "Total Recall" was technically 90s, we're chatting about those dystopian dreams that had us both chuckling and pondering the dark corners of tech salvation. From memory implants to gender identity and the satirical sting that Pa

Getting on the Golden Path of "Dune": High n' Dry #73

Jan 31 2024 47 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Embark on a whimsical journey through time and space as we serve up a cocktail of cult classic fandom and philosophical musings in this latest adventure of the High n' Dry Podcast. Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin are your hosts, pouring a stiff one with Brothers Bond Bourbon and sprinkling some "fairy dust" cannabis for good measure. Hitch a ride to the d

Surviving "The Thing": High n' Dry Episode #72

Jan 17 2024 48 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Join us, Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin, as we toast to the indelible Michael Landon and fight to survive the terror of John Carpenter's "The Thing." Grab your favorite tipple or toke, and get cozy as we weave through a tapestry of family values and survival instincts, with a nod to our friends in Glasgow for hitching a ride on this global podcast journe