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Do you remember Saturday mornings glued to the TV, a bowl of sugary cereal in hand? On this episode of Entertain This!, we're taking a nostalgic trip down memory lane to dust off some of the animated gems that time (and perhaps a few too many reboots) might have forgotten!

Join us as we dive deep into the vibrant, weird, and sometimes wonderfully bizarre world of children's cartoons from the 1980s and 1990s. We're talking beyond the usual suspects like He-Man or Rugrats! Get ready to gasp, "Oh my gosh, I remember that!" as we unearth:

* The Obscure Heroes: Do you recall the adventures of BraveStarr in New Texas?

* The Quirky Concepts: Remember body-shaping fun of The Centurions?

* The One-Season Wonders: Some shows like Pirates of Dark Water burned brightly but briefly, leaving a lasting, albeit hazy, impression.

* The Shows That Deserve a Second Look: Were some of these "forgotten" gems actually ahead of their time?

We'll share our own hazy memories, discuss the memorable theme songs that still get stuck in our heads, and ponder why some of these fantastic (and sometimes cheesy) cartoons faded into obscurity while others became cultural touchstones.

Tune in, relive your childhood, and help us remember the forgotten animated heroes and heroines of a bygone era! What forgotten 80s or 90s cartoon do YOU remember most fondly? Let us know in the comments!

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This week, we're sharpening our blades and loading up on plasma casters as we dive headfirst into Predator: Killer of Killers! Join us as we track down this new animated movie, dissecting its story, characters, and how it measures up to the storied legacy of the Yautja. Does it deliver the brutal thrills we crave, or does it become just another trophy on a more successful hunter's wall?

But we're not stopping there. From the steamy jungles of Val Verde to the furthest reaches of space, we're blasting through the entire Predator franchise. We'll celebrate the iconic moments, debate the less-than-stellar entries, and explore what keeps us coming back to these ultimate hunters. Get ready for a deep dive into the lore, the kills, and the enduring appeal of one of sci-fi's most terrifying creatures.

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"The Only Thing More Contagious Than Rage? Our Laughter."

Welcome back to the only show brave enough to ask the tough questions, like "Why do all the best zombie apocalypses start in the UK?" This week, we're diving headfirst (and hopefully not getting bitten) into the grim, gory, and surprisingly stylish sequel, 28 Weeks Later.

We're talking about the truly terrible decision-making that leads to the second, even worse, outbreak (seriously, who thought that was a good idea?!). We'll ponder the psychological impact of seeing your mom get eaten by your dad (awkward family dinners, much?). And we'll try to figure out if that guy really deserved that helicopter propeller to the face (spoiler: probably).

Expect a whole lot of "I told you so!" moments regarding certain character choices. If you're a fan of heart-pounding action, questionable scientific ethics, and zombies that can outrun your average Olympian, then grab your hazmat suit and hit play! Just, uh, maybe don't watch it right before you try to get some sleep. You've been warned.

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PART TWO!!!!!! Get ready for an epic crossover event! Join us as we throw Mad Max, Forrest Gump, and Clarice Starling into a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired Hunger Games arena. Our lively hosts guide you through cunning strategies, thrilling encounters, and laugh-out-loud chaos, all dictated by the whims of AI.

Will Clarice's sharp mind unravel the arena's secrets? Will Forrest just keep running? And the burning questions: Can Hayden recover from whatever peril he's in? Will Mitch defy the odds and survive? And is Tom destined for betrayal by his own group?

Tune in for high-stakes survival and unpredictable storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

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Warning: May Contain Traces of Originality (But Don't Count On It)

Our "Twisters" Review You asked for it, or maybe you didn't, but either way, we're serving up our no-holds-barred review of Twisters. Remember that classic movie Twister? Well, this is... another movie with twisters in it! We'll bravely navigate the CGI debris fields and try to find a coherent story amidst the inevitable chaos.

Prepare for snarky observations, eye-rolls, and a deep, existential ponderance of why Hollywood keeps sending us back into the eye of the storm. Is it a cinematic marvel or just a flimsy excuse for more flying objects? Tune in to find out if this sequel sucks as much as a F5. (Our lawyers made us add that this is purely metaphorical.)

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In this captivating episode of Entertain This!, we embark on a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired Celebrity Hunger Games, blending epic storytelling with high-stakes survival! The iconic Mad Max, the indomitable Forrest Gump, the razor-sharp Clarice Starling, and the spirited Entertain This! hosts are thrust into a fantastical arena where cunning, courage, and creativity determine the victor. Guided by the hosts’ signature wit and immersive narration, this D&D-style adventure sees our heroes navigating treacherous landscapes in a quest to outlast their rivals.

Will Mad Max’s wasteland survival skills triumph in this magical realm? Can Forrest’s boundless heart overcome eldritch challenges? Or will Clarice’s keen intellect unravel the arena’s secrets? With AI dictating fate and the hosts adding their own chaotic flair, expect thrilling encounters, unexpected alliances, and laugh-out-loud moments. Join us for this unique blend of cinematic stardom and tabletop adventure on Entertain This!

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This week on Entertain This!, Hayden, Mitch, and Tom boldly venture into the cinematic fever dream that is John Carpenter's Big Trouble in Little China. We're talking about a movie where the hero is arguably the sidekick, ancient Chinese magic involves lightning bolts and floating heads, and the true protagonist might just be Kurt Russell's unparalleled confidence in the face of utter bewilderment.

Join us as we try to unpack how this glorious, nonsensical masterpiece manages to be simultaneously one of the greatest action-comedies ever made and a solid argument for why truck drivers should probably stick to driving trucks. We'll dissect Lo Pan's surprisingly convoluted evil plan and ponder whether Jack Burton ever actually understood what was going on. So, buckle up, grab your own questionable beverages, and prepare for a deep dive into the reflex-fueled chaos. At the end of it all, we'll ask you: Did Big Trouble in Little China... Entertain This!?

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There's something uniquely satisfying about watching a ragtag group of misfits come together and triumph against impossible odds. In our latest episode, we dive into the 2000 sports comedy "The Replacements," where Keanu Reeves plays Shane Falco, a washed-up quarterback scrubbing barnacles off boats who gets an unexpected second chance at football glory.

Behind every great underdog story is an eccentric cast of characters, and this film delivers in spades. From Jon Favreau's unhinged SWAT officer with anger management issues to Orlando Jones' lightning-fast receiver with "hands of stone," these replacement players represent the beautiful chaos that ensues when professional athletes go on strike. We break down how Gene Hackman's veteran coach Jimmy McGinty somehow transforms this bizarre collection of has-beens and never-weres into a functioning football team—with a little help from replacement cheerleaders recruited from the local strip club.

The movie may not have broken box office records upon release, but it's packed with memorable moments that have given it staying power. We dissect the infamous jail cell scene where the entire team bonds through an impromptu performance of "I Will Survive," the Welsh kicker who smokes on the field while trash-talking opponents, and the sumo wrestler who carries multiple defenders into the end zone. Plus, we connect the film to its loose inspiration: the 1987 NFL strike where real-life replacement players for the Washington Redskins won all their games yet weren't awarded Super Bowl rings until decades later.

Our episode culminates in an intense trivia showdown testing our hosts' knowledge of the film, with the loser sentenced to watch the critically-panned Borderlands movie as punishment. Listen to find out who proves they have the most heart—because as Coach McGinty would say, that's what separates winners from losers.

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