On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, JAWS celebrates its 50th anniversary this month, and therefore felt it was a great time to explore the evolution of summer blockbusters. For anyone that was not aware, Jaws is the film that kickstarted the entire concept of summer blockbusters. It created a new focus for studios and movie theaters, a window of time to optimize the films with the largest budgets and greatest potential for success. We debate how ratings affected blockbusters, animation dominance, franchises, the sheer lack of original blockbusters, and much more.

Also on this week's podcast, we discuss upcoming attractions as we prepare for a two-week podcast break.

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• • (0:00 – 11:45) Opening | JAWS Turns 50
  • (11:46 – 59:14) From the Outside In: The Evolution of Summer Blockbusters
  • (59:15 – 1:08:10) Upcoming Attractions
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, let's debate what it takes to make a great TV dad. Is it discipline? Communication? Hilarity? The ability to be a friend? As we encroach yet another Father's Day, we felt it was an apropos time to dive into the well of TV dads and dissect what truly makes them stand out for all of us.

Also on this week's podcast: Our spoiler-free review of How To Train Your Dragon, Goonies, Cocoon, and Back to the Future all turn 40, Upcoming Attractions, and we share thoughts on MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q.

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• • (0:00 – 14:38) Opening | Goonies, Cocoon, and Back to the Future Turn 40
  • (14:39 – 46:04) From the Outside In: What Makes A Great TV Dad
  • (46:05 – 57:35) Upcoming Attractions | Whatcha Been Watchin' - MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q
  • (57:36 – 1:10:59) Review: How To Train Your Dragon
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, let's talk about fan goggles. Do you know what fan goggles are? They are that layer or protection many fans wear that insulate us from the obvious defects or issues with our favorite movies and TV shows. We all have blinders in some capacity and to varying degrees. Star Wars, Marvel, Indiana Jones, Game of Thrones, all of the major franchises have fans of this ilk, so what does it mean? How do we get around it? Are fan goggles really that bad if you truly enjoy something?

Also on this week's podcast: Our spoiler-free review of Ballerina: From the World of John Wick, Marvel woes are rising, Upcoming Attractions, and we share thoughts on Karate Kid: Legends and Bring Her Back.

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• • (0:00 – 21:12) Opening | Marvel Woes
  • (21:13 – 49:38) From the Outside In: Fan Goggles
  • (49:39 – 1:10:11) Upcoming Attractions | Whatcha Been Watchin' - Karate Kid: Legends, Bring Her Back
  • (1:10:12 – 1:28:35) Review: Ballerina
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• Listen to our true crime podcast, Inspired By A True Story, now available in your favorite podcast feed!
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