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EP 62 | LOVE

Special episode this week with local content creator and visual storyteller, Jalyn Baity. Jalyn is joining the show this week to discuss his upcoming short film and what inspired his creative process. We also talk about his influences and how this film came to life. If you'd like to help support the funding of the film, check out the film's IG page @love.thefilm. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Cinnamon Oat Cheerios, midwest weather. Song of the Week - Todd: Good Day x Bombay Bicycle Club; Jalyn: Blueberry Faygo x Lil Mosey. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 61 | The Gentlemen

Creator of Reel Quick Blog, Allan Dunlap joins the podcast this week to discuss The Gentlemen. As a huge fan of director Guy Ritchie, Allan was excited to talk about his newest film. We start by discussing our expectations for this film based on his past work, and how it stacked up to other British crime mob pieces. We also talk about the unique storytelling of the movie and each cast member's role in making this movie one of the best of the year thus far. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Reel Quick Blog, senior citizen movie club, new bond film. Song of the Week - Todd: DR BIRDS x Griselda; Allan: Stir Fry x Migos. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 60 | 2020 Academy Awards

Flew to LA to review the 2020 Academy Award nominees with Brandyn & Dash. We go through 10 of my favorite categories and make our predictions on who we want to win, think will win and who we feel got snubbed. There are a ton of varying opinions and some hot takes along the way. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Nature Time With Todd, Snacks, Brandyn's love for Taylor Swift. Song of the Week - Todd: How to Forgive x Tennis; Brandyn: Lover x Taylor Swift; Dash: Value x A$AP Ferg. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 59 | Bad Boys For Life

Bad Boys fan, JC joins the podcast this week to talk about what is presumably the final installment of the series. JC explains which movie in the series is his personal favorite, and how the 3rd one fits in the line up. I discuss why the 3rd is my personal favorite and why I feel like the series may be overhyped. We also discuss the overall careers of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence and where the series may be headed following this one. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Flashlights in theaters, personal training, Beyonce's Ivy Parker collection, Meek Mill's new film. Song of the Week - Todd: Black Truck x Mereba; JC: Ballin' x Roddy Ricch. ITWT Movie Rating: 6.3/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 58 | Just Mercy

Up and coming 16 year old artist, Lauryn Nichole joins the podcast this week to discuss Just Mercy. The movie shines a light on social injustice and the prison system down south, so we talk about how alarming the movie was considering how recent the events were. We also talk about Jamie Foxx as an all-time talent, and how captivating the writing for the film was. We also talk about where this ranks as an all-time social justice movie. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Lauryn's singing and dance career, my theater experience, Beyonce's relevance. Song of the Week - Todd: Say So x Doja Cat; Lauryn: Playing Games x Summer Walker. ITWT Movie Rating: 8.4/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 57 | Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Fellow movie-lover, Brooke is joining me this week to review the final chapter in the Skywalker sage! We discuss what this film means to the franchise, and how it compares to its predecessors. We also make predictions on what's next for the Star Wars franchise, and how Disney+ could play a factor. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Top art theaters in Detroit, Frozen II. Song of the Week - Todd: Posthumous Forgiveness x Tame Impala; Brooke: Blinding Lights x The Weeknd. ITWT Movie Rating: 7.6/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 56 | Little Women

Kellz is here! While visiting home during the holiday break, Kelly and I were able to go see and review Little Women. Since she has 4 sisters, it was only right that she joined me for this review. Along with making comparisons to her sister dynamic, we also talk about the our love for Lady Bird, and how this cast did not disappoint in either film. We naturally have to pick our favorite and least favorite March sister and the most touching moments in the film (Kelly cried in the theater). Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Me learning to ride a bike, being photogenic, making friends in college, buying sunglasses. Song of the Week - Todd: Welcome Home x The Game; Kelly: Watermelon Sugar x Harry Styles. ITWT Movie Rating: 8.6/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 55 | Knives Out

The Carpenters FINALLY make their debut on the podcast! Coming all the way to Detroit to talk about the newest "Whodunit" film Knives Out. We discuss how surprised we were with how entertaining the movie was and who each of our favorite characters were. We also obviously revealed our predictions of who the murderer was and how we felt about the many twists. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Shrek 5, Shrek memes, our surprise trip to OU, . Song of the Week - Todd: Lights Up x Harry Styles; Kristen: Christmas Tree Farm x Taylor Swift; Nathan: Dance Monkey x Tones And I. ITWT Movie Rating: 7.9/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 54 | A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Abi makes her second appearance on the podcast to talk about an idol of both of ours, Mister Rogers. We talk about the impact he had, and how it was portrayed in the film. We also discuss how the movie was different from what we were expecting and how it compares to the documentary that was released last year. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Inappropriate snacks for the theater, Carly Rae Jepsen, The Office Trivia. Song of the Week - Todd: Solita x Kali Uchis; Abi: Adore You x Harry Styles. ITWT Movie Rating: 6.2/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com

EP 53 | 21 Bridges

Went back home to Cincinnati this week to review 21 Bridges with my aunt Asha! Long time coming, but we were able to sit down and discuss how Chadwick did in his first film since his appearance in Black Panther and the Avengers films. This movie gets to the action quick, so we talk about the opening scene and how it sets the stage for the rest of the movie. We also provide our take on the unexpected twists and turns in the film. Off-topic convos include (but not limited to): Partner in crime, camp counseling, Frozen II (again). Song of the Week - Todd: Ooh Yea x Fabolous ft. Ty Dolla $igns; Asha: Say So x PJ Morton ft. JoJo. ITWT Movie Rating: 6.2/10. Check out the podcast website www.itwtpodcast.com