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Brainwaves
Brainwaves is two GenX guys who never quite let go of the good stuff. Jason Reilly and Barry Nixon take the movies, comics, TV shows and cartoons that raised them and drag them, kicking and screaming, into middle age, one pointless debate at a time. How you watch a movie. What's worth owning. The stuff you loved at twelve that you're weirdly still defending at fifty. It's about 20 minutes, it settles nothing, and you'll leave with a laugh, a hot take, and something to argue about. If you grew…
Episodes
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Grand Theft Auto
This week we talk about what we'd be willing to do to get the airport on time, and Barry teases the Glastonbury Music Festival.
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Planes, Trains and…Submarines?
We discuss what we'd take with us for life underwater and explore the advantages of trains over planes ahead of the residents of France having to make the…
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Surf's Up, Earth's Down
It's allergy season and Barry is getting knocked for a loop. Plus, is surfing really a plague on the planet? Plus Batman Blu-Rays and Superman 4K. It's another…
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I Do, or Do I? - Crazy Themed Weddings
We share our thoughts on the ultimate themed wedding, plus Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 spoiler free review and the all new Design Corner.
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The Terrors of Sports, Drones and AI
This week we talk a bit of hockey, a bit about life saving drones and alot about the terrors of AI!
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Mystery Grab Bag
Tons of great stuff from P-Diddy to Performance Cars. And all points in between.
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Snoop Dogg and the Cocaine Whale
We sample The Snoop Dog Potato Chip and talk about other exotic snacks. Plus, we invent the all new Cocaine Cinematic Universe and gush over Picard.
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420 Miracle Weed with Gaye Mandel
Gaye Mandel returns for our third annual 420 episode and this year she shares the story of her miraculous weed plant and the bountiful harvest it delivered…
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Sweet Poster, Sh!t Movie!
Can you judge a movie by its poster? Hell no! This week we rank our top movie posters that advertised less than top movies. Plus Barry indulges in the chicken…
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Cocaine Bear with “The Movie Guy” Rob Peets
The Movie Guy is back! Rob challenged us all to watch Cocaine Bear, so we did. Check out our spoiler filled review of this modern...classic?
BrainwavesThe Great Wing Debate
Ripped from the headlines! Boneless wings are going to court. We discuss. Plus, Barry talks about how he wandered into the Senators house as a Leafs fan and…
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Saving Society as We Know It
This week we highlight some key social graces that are slipping away and we need our listeners to join us in rallying to save society! Plus, Barry has some big…
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Recovery Vs St. Paddy's Day
After a covid diagnosis, Jason spends the episode in recovery mode while Barry plans for St. Paddy's day.
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Kiddin' Around
This week we dive deep into the things that brought us joy in our youth, including a fresh take on Rocky IV. We also analyze the first few episodes of the new…
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Hot Takes
This week we share some sizzling hot takes on The Batman, the Toronto TTC, Ant Man and a red hot restaurant recco.
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Scams
We cover some big scams including one that hit JP Morgan in January. Plus we review a brand new whiskey while we talk BBQ Sauce and celebrate our huge Booster…
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Our Super Bowl Tradition with Craig Zavitz
It's our 3rd annual Super Bowl show with the one and only Craig Zavitz. Craig joins us to break down the game, the halftime show, the commercials and, of…
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Fitness For All with Andre Orlando
Trainer extraordinaire Andre Orlando is back with fitness and nutrition dos and don'ts to help get us all ready for a healthy 2023. We talk intermittent…
BrainwavesNovember Rain Is A Wedding Song!
We talk celeb weddings, catch you up on the movie franchises you want to want to know about, and invent a potentially hot new eating trend called "Flip It". -…
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Smile with "The Movie Guy" Rob Peets
We review the 2022 horror movie Smile. Find out what we thought and which one of us had nightmares after watching it. Smile along with us as "The Movie Guy"…
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Pure Wisdom
We drop wisdom on our listeners to help you all improve your lives. And we talk franchises. What are we excited about in 2023? Tune in to find out.
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Collections Horror Stories III with Alex Riebel
We follow up our two previous smash hit "Collections Horror Stories" with horror master Alex Riebel. He's back and he's dishing the dirtiest dirt ever about…
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Trailer
Join us weekly as we share our opinions on everything from classic guy movies to comic books to life’s toughest questions. Plus, liquor! New episodes every…
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Classic TV Greatness
This episode we rundown our favourite childhood TV shows and plan the reboot for Buck Rogers. Plus, Barry fills us in on the best massage he's ever received…
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New Year, New Goals, Big Dreams!
We take you through our goals for 2023! Compare them to yours or use this opportunity to come up with your own. Plus, Barry dreams of barrier free border…
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Our Sober Show
For the first time ever we're both stone cold sober! And we use that clarity to deliver great workout tips to get you gym-ready so you can achieve your 2023…
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Holiday Wrapped and DC Who's Who
We sample some classic whiskey faves as we review our Spotify Wrapped list and Jason shares his first 2022 Christmas miracle. Show Notes: You can check out the…
BrainwavesHoliday Clubs and Finials
We cover so much this week. From car security to another potential Booster Gold sighting and all points in between. Strap in as our holiday countdown begins…
BrainwavesX and Pearl with The Movie Guy Rob Peets
The Movie Guy Rob Peets joins us to talk about some movies that are very worth your time. We review X and its sequel/prequel Pearl. There are SPOILERS dear…
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The Final Ape: Battle + Disney's Saviour Returns
We wrap up Going Ape month by bringing in a strong finish on a weaker apes movie entry. Then dust off your Disney stock 'cause the old CEO is coming back!
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Going Ape: Conquest + Barry's Miracle Trip
We're almost done going ape, as we review the fourth movie in the classic series, Conquest of The Planet of the Apes. Plus, Barry talks about his Tampa Bay…
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Going Ape: Escape + Ultra Discoveries
We're at the mid-point of Going Ape Month as we review Escape From The Planet of the Apes. Plus, we cover our post-Halloween roundup, a new podcast and we get…
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Going Ape: Beneath + Smashing Pumpkins
Going Ape Month continues with our review of Beneath The Planet of the Apes. Plus, Barry tells us about his Smashing Pumpkins live concert experience.
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Going Ape - The O.G.
We kick off our "Going Ape Month" with a deep dive discussion on the original Planet of The Apes film. And if you don't like apes, we also talk weather maps…
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Bloody Big Deal
We wrap up our Halloween month celebrations with a deep dive into the anthology movies Body Bags and Stephen King's Cat's Eye.
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Trilogy of Terror
This week we discuss anthologies, Werewolf By Night, Halloween horror let downs and more.
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Repressed Rage and Ringo Starr
Our countdown to Halloween continues as we discuss terrifying dreams, examine the links repressed rage has on our bodies and Barry updates us on his Ringo…
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Halloween Horror with Brian Edwards
Brian Edwards, our newly minted "Friday The 13th Guy", schools us on the famous horror franchise. Plus, we discuss costumes past and present as we kick off our…
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Centennial Bash (100th Episode!)
It's our 100th episode and we're spending it glancing back while always looking forward! Join us as we check out some new whiskeys and catch up on old…
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Place Your Bets with Craig Zavitz
As promised, the Football Guy Craig Zavitz joins us to talk the 22/23 NFL season including our predictions. Plus, we reveal which stadium has the tastiest food…
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Jam Packed
This week's episode is super staked! There's Samaritan, Star Trek, Weekend Updates and So So So much more!
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The Boys of Summer Ain't Got No Time For That!
It's still hot out and we're ready to keep this season going with stories about the CNE, shooting commercials, and all kinds of stuff Barry Ain't Got No Time…
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How To Beat A Line-Up Everytime!
You hear our hot takes on how to get the VIP treatment everywhere you go. Plus we review Predators and Red Dawn and The Red Hot Chili Peppers.
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Kings of Rock, Sequels and Dreams
It's a royal treat as we talk Elvis, Predator 2, The Sandman and more!
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All Night Rager
We dissect Barry's Carnival weekend, and is it ever a doozy! Plus a look back and ahead to some films we've seen or want to see.
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Rage Against Lots of Stuff
Barry talks about his lovely time at the swim club and rockin' time at an unexpected concert. Jason plugs The Sandman. And they both align on the need for a…
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Scenes From A Rogers Blackout
The day of the Rogers blackout we hit Toronto's oldest bar, The Wheat Sheaf, and with nothing to do other than talk, we covered some serious ground. Listeners…
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Dry July
Jason cuts out alcohol in July! What does this mean for our shots? Dear listeners, grab on to the edge of your seats and hang on tight!
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True Tornado Tales with Craig Zavitz
Returning guest Craig Zavitz recounts his harrowing tale of survival as he comes face to face with a Tornado in the sleepy town of Uxbridge.
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Our Mid-Year Review
This week we give other our mid-year performance reviews and cover off critical updates such as upcoming sequels and podcast merch ideas.
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As Seen On TV
We cover a lot of ground dear listeners. From As Seen On TV to Amazon delivery misfires, this episode has it all.
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Top Gun Meets NYPD Blue
It's classic 80s cinema and classic 90s TV, together for the first time.
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In Tatters
What do you do when your comics and underwear are ruined? If you're us, you dedicate a podcast episode to talking about it!
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More Memories with Lawrie Carruthers
Actor extraordinaire Lawrie Carruthers comes back to the show as we learn Barry's full middle names...that's right, NAMES! All that and more secrets from the…
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Body Snatcher Bonanza with The Movie Guy Rob Peets
The Movie Guy Rob Peets joins us for two shots as we review the two films titled "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" from 1956 and 1978.
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Paging Doctors Strange and Who
Barry delivers a spoiler free review of Doctor Strange and Jason takes a deep dive into Doctor Who. This week we're basically doing a medical podcast!
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Fresh From The Hot Tub
After a relaxing soak we're back to catch you up on the news of the day, including Doctor Strange, movie theatre prohibition and so much more!
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Classy Craft Beers and Humidors
We talk brilliant smiles. We talk snoring. We talk up a classic Toronto craft brew pub. We even sneak in some Star Trek and reveal the secret to selling your…
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Eyes Glazed Over
Let's all go to the lobby and get ourselves some treats as we talk mouth watering intermissions in movies, scrumptious and gigantic Spider-Man tomes and The…