- 2 hours 18 minutesWest Side Story (2021) Revisited with Patrick H. Willems + Penelope Riviera Review
Patrick H. Willems returns to defend Spielberg's 2021 West Side Story — sparking Bob's most deranged take to date, all about cinematographer Janusz Kamiński. Plus Penelope Riviera, a new blend featuring American Light Whiskey and a Rosé cask finish.
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26 May 2026, 9:18 am - 51 minutes 25 secondsSeabiscuit (2003) / Kentucky Derby 2026
In this interseason bonus episode, we saddle up for a conversation that’s equal parts nostalgia, Americana, and bourbon-fueled storytelling.
With the Kentucky Derby around the corner, we finally dive into Seabiscuit (2003)—a film Bob has been waiting 11 seasons to cover. It may be a loose connection (Seabiscuit never ran the Derby), but it’s the perfect excuse to explore one of the most iconic underdog stories in sports history.
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30 April 2026, 12:59 pm - 1 hour 3 minutesSeason 10 Finale: The Final Four, The Filmies & A Very Controversial Champion
In the Season 10 finale of Film & Whiskey, Bob and Brad wrap up their ambitious “re-review” season by finishing the official Film & Whiskey Bracket Challenge, handing out the annual Filmies, and crowning the best movie of the season, for better or worse.
Along the way, they review Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Cascadia Garryana Oak Barrel Finish, debate whether Rear Window, Casablanca, and 12 Angry Men are actually perfect films, and once again allow the dreaded Coin of Destiny to wreak absolute havoc on the bracket.
There are arguments. There is betrayal. There is deep cinematic reflection.
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31 March 2026, 9:00 am - 46 minutes 46 secondsSeason 10 Bracket Challenge (Part 2): Chaos & Coin Flips
The bracket chaos continues.
In Part 2 of the Film & Whiskey Season 10 Bracket Challenge, Bob and Brad take the field from 16 films down to four—and things get messy fast. What starts as thoughtful film debate quickly spirals into coin flips, upsets, and pure cinematic anarchy.
Along the way, the guys go head-to-head on legendary matchups like Vertigo vs. Star Wars, Pulp Fiction vs. Rear Window, and Casablanca vs. Singin’ in the Rain—all while sipping mystery whiskies pulled from the depths of Bob’s cabinet.
It’s film theory vs. vibes. Structure vs. chaos. And somehow… Star Wars might break the bracket.
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24 March 2026, 9:15 am - 1 hour 31 minutesOscars 2026 Recap + Season 10 Bracket Challenge Begins (Round of 32)
Bob and Brad recap the 2026 Academy Awards, break down the biggest winners of the night, and debate the current state of the Oscars. Did One Battle After Another deserve its Best Picture win? Was Michael B. Jordan the right choice for Best Actor? And what does the future look like for the Academy Awards as audience interest continues to shift?
After discussing the highlights from the ceremony—including Conan O’Brien’s hosting performance, surprise wins, and memorable speeches—the guys kick off Part 1 of the Season 10 Bracket Challenge.
Each season, the movies reviewed on the podcast are seeded into a March Madness–style tournament, forcing Bob and Brad to decide which films survive… and which ones get thrown into the fiery chasm.
Round 1 includes heated debates between classics like Star Wars vs. The Shawshank Redemption, West Side Story vs. Forrest Gump, and The Lion King vs. (500) Days of Summer—with the dreaded Coin of Destiny deciding ties.
The result? Eight films advance to the Round of 16, but not without controversy.
Next week the bracket continues with:
Round of 16
Elite Eight
…and things are going to get brutal.
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16 March 2026, 12:28 pm - 1 hour 27 minutesSinners (2025) / Bardstown Bourbon Company Bottled-in-Bond
In the final regular episode of Season 10, Bob and Brad dive into one of the year’s most talked-about films: Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role. Set against the backdrop of the Jim Crow South, this genre-bending drama blends historical realism, blues music, and full-on vampire horror into one wild cinematic swing.
And because no episode of Film & Whiskey is complete without a pour, the guys pair the film with Bardstown Bourbon Company Bottled-in-Bond, exploring whether this six-year wheated bourbon lives up to the distillery’s reputation.
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3 March 2026, 10:05 am - 1 hour 10 minutesForrest Gump (1994) / Glenmorangie Nectar D'or Single Malt Scotch
Bob and Brad revisit the 1994 Best Picture winner Forrest Gump, directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Tom Hanks in one of the most iconic performances of the 20th century.
Is this film a shallow nostalgia trip through America’s greatest hits? Or is it a deeply sincere meditation on love, regret, and what it means to live a good life?
They pair it with Glenmorangie Nectar d’Or, a Sauternes-cask-finished Highland single malt that sparks one of their biggest scoring splits of the season.
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22 February 2026, 10:00 am - 1 hour 38 minutesOne Battle After Another (2025) / Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon
This week, Bob and Brad break from tradition to review one of the most talked-about films of the year: One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio. The film is a dark political comedy about aging revolutionaries, fractured families, and the absurdity of modern American life.
They pair the film with Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon, a bold $49.99 release that sparks plenty of debate of its own.
Is PTA’s latest a masterpiece or a messy satire? Does DiCaprio deliver an Oscar-worthy performance? And can a wheated bourbon at full proof strike the right balance?
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19 February 2026, 1:46 pm - 1 hour 15 minutesRear Window (1954) / Four Roses Yellow Label Bourbon
Grab your binoculars and a glass of bourbon as we delve into Alfred Hitchcock's suspense-filled classic, Rear Window. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of voyeurism and tension Hitchcock masterfully crafts, alongside a detailed tasting of Four Roses Yellow Label Bourbon. This blend of cinematic excellence and refined whiskey is perfect for a sophisticated film night.
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10 February 2026, 9:39 pm - 56 minutes 47 secondsThe Shawshank Redemption (1994) / Chivas Regal 12 Years Old Blended Scotch
Bob and Brad return to one of the most beloved films of all time: The Shawshank Redemption (1994). It's been years since their first take on the film in Season 1, and now they revisit Frank Darabont’s enduring tale of hope, justice, and friendship—with fresh eyes and more perspective.
Then, they dust off a bottle of Chivas Regal 12 Years Old Blended Scotch, which neither host has tasted since the early days of the podcast. Has this blended scotch held up? Or has their palates evolved past this iconic bottle?
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(0:00) Intro
(05:02) Brad Explains
(08:11) Performances, Themes
(30:14) Chivas Regal Blended Scotch Review
(38:23) Two Facts and a Falsehood & Final Analysis
(52:27) Let’s Make It a Double and Final ScoresFor longer episodes and special bonus content, consider joining our Patreon for as little as $3/mo!
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3 February 2026, 4:08 pm - 2 hours 10 minutesWest Side Story (1961) / Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban Single Malt Scotch ft. Patrick H. Willems
Bob and Brad revisit 1961’s West Side Story as part of Film & Whiskey’s Season 10 rewind, joined by returning guest Patrick H. Willems. The trio dives deep into why the film remains one of the most cinematic musicals ever made, breaking down its bold visual language, Bernstein’s towering score, and the performances that still electrify more than 60 years later.
Along the way, they pour Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban (now a 14-year, port-finished single malt), exploring how its rich, ruby-toned sweetness mirrors the film’s passion, tragedy, and romantic excess. It’s a wide-ranging conversation about cinema, color, choreography, American mythology, and why some movies don’t just entertain but overwhelm.
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