MEDIA APPEARANCE: Mentioned on Film Threat YouTube Channel for "Thunderbolts"

I don’t mind being part of “game recognizing game.” Film Threat editor-in-chief (and fellow Critics Choice Association member) Alan Ng and his friend Chris Gore held an episode of “Alan’s Corner” on the publication’s YouTube channel discussing the Rotten Tomatoes reviews for Thunderbolts and the backlash to Alan’s own negative-skewing review. At around the 5:16 mark, Film Obsessive any my blurb get a namedrop and mention.

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PODCAST: Episode 197 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 197th episode, two non-musical film critics, two vampiric dads, and two enthralled school teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, turn their gaze and their microphones to the big April hit of Ryan Coogler's Sinners starring Michael B. Jordan. Our two fellas walked away very impressive with every aspect of this wild genre mashup. They see myth and relevance with every pluck of the movie's dobro.

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PODCAST: Episode 196 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their first Pateon exclusive episode, two lovestruck film critics, two "Crazy for Swayze" dads, and two ditto-making school teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, check off a few delightful and dreamy boxes with an opposite on the 1990 smash hit Ghost. The movie has been in Don's all-time Top 10 for decades, and Will---coming off a 1990 binge with his recent first-time viewing of Pretty Woman---finally caved to curiosity and pressure to check off the Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg vehicle from his list of blind spots. Say ditto with them as they expound long-held and newfound praise for one of the romantic greats

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MOVIE REVIEW: The Trouble With Jessica

There’s a compelling playfulness in The Trouble with Jessica where viewers’ rooting interests are worked like a seesaw. At certain junctures, we question who the true victim or victims are. We might even want our present party to get away with this dangerous little ruse. By the same token, other revelations tilt us to want to see their noses rubbed in shamefulness, guilt, and remorse. Like any sure-handed cinematic riddle, Matt Winn keeps pushing the teeter-totter at the right times, dropping question marks all the way until the end.

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What is CBDA and its health benefits?

CBDa (cannabidiolic acid) is a cannabinoid that you may not have heard much about. While the world seems fascinated by CBD, CBDa has received relatively little media attention. CBDa is the original form of CBD prior to decarboxylation. This process occurs when hemp flower or cannabis is heated, changing its chemical structure. While both plants contain CBDa, a higher amount of CBDa is naturally present in hemp flowers.

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Cubicle Design Solutions for the Modern Office

As companies evolve in reaction to technological improvements and converting group of workers dreams, the design of office areas, specifically cubicles, want to additionally adapt. Traditional cubicle layouts are being reimagined to foster collaboration, creativity, and employee pleasure whilst nevertheless offering the privateness and recognition that many employees require.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the Kicking the Seat's YouTube Channel Talking "Sinners"

Director Ryan Coogler is on to something. That man is a hot streak, not only as an artist, but as an innovator of storytelling and filmcraft. Ian Simmons of the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel is on to something too with his own genius to assmble, as always, Earth’s Mightiest Critics. Last week, he brought on-camera guests to talk about the big spring hit Sinners. I pleased as punch to join Ian, Jeff York of The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists, Mark Krawczyk of the Spoiler Room, and Cati Glidewell of The Blonde in Front, to talk about it.

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Why Licensed Insurance Restoration Contractors Matter in Property Recovery

When assets harm moves due to fires, floods, storms, or precise disasters, the course to healing can appear overwhelming. In these situations, homeowners regularly turn to coverage healing contractors to restore their homes and navigate the complexities of insurance claims. While there are many experts in this area, choosing a certified coverage restoration contractor makes all of the difference in making sure an smooth, efficient, and successful recuperation.

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MOVIE REVIEW: Thunderbolts*

Even if there are fleeting bits of decent togetherness from the losers, Thunderbolts* is a meta image reclamation project going for no more than light applause, and it shows. By embracing the jokes of being jokes themselves, it all too often still becomes or stays a joke. Thunderbolts* goes to show that when you make something about cheap heroes, you get a cheap return. 

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