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The Popcornhead Podcast

Gavin Wilton, Tom Brady, Rory Moore

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Welcome Kernels and Cornheads to The Popcornhead Podcast! Each week we will be analysing a different film, past or present, the good, the bad, and the sometimes ugly. We’ll talk pre-production, filming, our own thoughts, any historical context, and the occasional wormhole, things can get a little weird around here. So if you enjoy film analysis from an often comical perspective, this is definitely for you!
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Join Tommy, Shea and Ross every Thursday where we chat with a variety of different guests from the island of Ireland who have some interesting, insightful and side splitting stories to tell. When we aren’t chatting to guests, we’re chatting to each other about local and general news as well as delving deep in to some interesting topics which we know you’ll find valuable! Follow for even more content: https://linktr.ee/heresthecraic
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This week we’re looking at Richard Linklater’s School of Rock! Dewey Finn, an enthusiastic and somewhat obnoxious guitar player gets kicked out of his band. In his struggle to pay the rent, he ends up posing as his room mate Ned Shneebley, so he can work as a substitute teacher in a prestigious Prep school. One of the greatest family films of the l…
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In this episode, we sit down with Christine and Xander, the talented husband-and-wife team behind Navy Blur, a renowned wedding photography duo known for their unique style and authentic captures. With years of experience in the wedding industry, Christine and Xander share the inspiring story of how they started Navy Blur, from their early days as …
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This week we’re looking at Happiness! One of the most controversial films of the 90s, this film will absolutely split the room believe me. The film is about emotionally isolated individuals, desperate for some sort of fulfilment in life. What makes the film so interesting and controversial is how it tries to find the humanity in, for the most part,…
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In this episode, we chat with Conchúr Moore (Document Belfast), who shares fascinating stories and hidden secrets about Belfast’s rich history. From iconic buildings to intriguing local figures, Conchúr gives us a unique insight into the city’s past. Follow: https://linktr.ee/documentbelfast Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heresthec…
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In this exciting episode, we sit down with Rory King, the visionary founder of Rory’s Travel Club, to explore his journey in creating one of the most innovative travel communities around. Rory shares his passion for travel, how he started the club, and the unique benefits it offers to its members—from incredible discounts to insider tips and exclus…
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In this episode, we sit down with a full-time content creator Darragh Curran (Guiness Guru) who spills the beans on the rollercoaster ride of turning passion into a career. From the creative highs to the hustle-induced lows, he shares what it's really like working with world-class brands like Red Bull and Sky. 🎥💥 Whether you're a budding creator or…
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This week we’re doing our 2nd Popcornhead Special, taking a look at some of the most iconic soundtracks from the 90’s, from hit singles, to original scores and songs, to bangin soundtracks. We’ll be taking a break for a couple of weeks and will be back with some iconic slasher stuff in time for Halloween! Thanks for listening, things are certainly …
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In this weeks episode we’re looking at Wim Wender’s Perfect Days. The film follows Hirayama, a public toilet cleaner in Tokyo whose tranquil and peaceful life of isolation becomes gradually invaded by outside forces. This is a truly beautiful and introspective film about the small joys of life, mindfulness, and living in the present. We also talk b…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic Podcast we have ex-professional Ulster Rugby player Louis Ludik! Louis moved to Northern Ireland in 2014 when he signed with Ulster Rugby where he stayed for 8 years. Now he is the co-owner of the successful South African inspired meat brand Hellbent. Check Hellbent out at the link below, https://www.instagra…
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In this weeks episode we’re looking at David Lean’s The Bridge on the River Kwai. Set during World War II, in a Japanese POW camp, Colonel Nicholson and his men are tasked with building a railway bridge over the River Kwai for the Japanese army. What might appear as a typical WWII film on the facade becomes a compelling psychological drama that exp…
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In this weeks episode we’re looking at David Fincher’s Se7en. The film follows Detectives Mills and Somerset, who become embroiled in a case involving a serial killer driven by the seven deadly sins. We also talk potato blights, Van Morrison’s latest record project, my impending death, In The Name of The Father set in space, Friday nights for Kevin…
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This week we’re looking at Edward Zwick’s Glory, which follows the true story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the Union Army’s first African-American regiments during the American Civil War. We also talk about the historical context of the build up to these events, Matthew Broderick’s driving, some of the myths surrounding the C…
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We're joined by the Derry / Londonderry band Lavengro. They chat about how they came together as a band, some of the struggles they had as well as some plans for the future. Check them out here: https://www.instagram.com/lavengroband/Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://link…
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This week we’re doing a spoiler free review of Fede Álvarez’s Alien Romulus. We look at the Alien franchise, the use of practical effects in film, and give our overall impressions. We also touch on the trailers we saw before the film, and talk nostalgia bait! Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @popcornheadpod…
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This week we are joined by Lisa McFarland! Lisa is one of the UK and Irelands leading relationship coaches and this wee she chats to us about everything from understanding your other person to healthy conflicts as well as answering your questions!Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast!…
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In this weeks episode we’re looking at Quentin Tarantino’s latest film, Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood. The film follows Rick Dalton, a walking piece of nostalgia, struggling with the changes in his acting career in 1969. We also see a day in the life of his stuntman Cliff Booth, and actress Sharon Tate. We also look at the historical context of the…
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This week we are joined by Caroline AKA “A County Down Under” as she chats to us about her recent trip to Tanzania to climb Kilimanjaro, her joinery of starting up a new business and what is her next adventure. Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraic Che…
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This is our July Recap episode of the Here's the Craic Podcast! We chat about everything that happened last month, Armagh winning the all Ireland final, NI athletes burning back gold medals and stories from Tommy's stag do.Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heres…
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In this weeks episode, we’re looking at Alexander Payne’s Sideways. A film that follows two pathetic, middle aged friends as they navigate wine country in Santa Barbara. We also had ourselves a little wine tasting, sampling some of the popular grapes that feature in the film! Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @popcornheadpod…
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We have Marina from Aware NI chatting about mental health, anxiety, depression and everything surrounding it. This is a great conversation that has a very important message. If you need any more information on the topic or if you need any help please click these links below. https://aware-ni.org/lets-talk https://aware-ni.org/be-aware https://aware…
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In this weeks episode, we’re looking at Wolfgang Petersen’s Troy. We also explore the myth behind this realist adaptation of The Iliad, Odysseus not liking his wife, Paris being a massive simp, and some parallels with the film and the Iraq War! Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @popcornheadpodGavin Wilton, Tom Brady, Rory Moore által
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In this episode of Here's The Craic we speak to Aaron McElhinney, owner of Smart Mortgages. We cover everything from getting onto the property ladder for the first time to buying a second home and buy to let.We learned a lot from Aaron and believe you will too.Check him out in the links belowhttps://www.instagram.com/aaron.mortgageguru/https://beac…
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This podcast we chat to Andrew from Start Solar UK and Ireland. He talks us through his joinery on starting his successful, renewable energy business and the major benefits of solar power in Ireland.Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraic…
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Want to know how to get onto the property ladder and start making some money? Well Carley is back on the podcast! Carley (Flipping Belfast) made her name by buying houses, fixing them up and selling them for profit, but what is in store next? Tune in to get some advise on you can start your property flipping journey.Follow our Instagram: / heresthe…
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In our first Popcornhead Special, we each pitch our own idea for an Oscar-Bait film, a film made solely for the purpose of trying to win Academy Awards. Expect NHS heroes, Canadian blunders, and out-of-favour Generals. We had a lot of fun doing this episode and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @popcornheadpod…
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This is our June Recap episode of the Here's the Craic Podcast! We chat about everything that happened last month, everything you can expect in the next few weeks and what happened out there in Vegas?Follow our Instagram: / heresthecraic Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraicCheck out Four …
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In this episode, we explore director Jonathan Demme's The Silence of the Lambs, starring Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster. We also uncover the three terrifying real-life figures who inspired Ted Levine's infamous composite killer, Buffalo Bill. And we discuss the really important issues like can you take psychotherapeutic advice from someone who's …
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In this episode we chat to Andrew Ryan and Connor Brennan. Andrew and Connor present the Q-Radio breakfast show, we chat to them about all things radio, what makes the Q breakfast show so awesome and we also catch up on their upcoming boxing fight. Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraicBig …
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In this episode we chat to Gary Rutherford, founder of ARC Fitness.Gary is a Registered Mental Health Nurse, Personal Trainer and importantly – has been in recovery for over 11 years after years of struggling with substance use. Getting and staying sober has enabled him to pursue a life of love, purpose and fulfilment and he is fortunate to be able…
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In this weeks episode of the Here's The Craic Podcast we have Peter from Nomadic Watches.Nomadic Watches are a v watch brand based in Belfast. Peter chats about his inspiration to start Nomadic and how he built it into the success it is today.Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heresthecraic/Check out our other socials and be sure to li…
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Join us as we take on the gargantuan task of gulping down John Ford's classic western The Searchers. Delving into this cinematic masterpiece, we explore the burning questions: Is it a white supremacist propaganda film? Who's really the film's antagonist? And what led John Wayne to become the cowboy Captain America? This week we nosh down on Messrs …
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In this episode we take a look back on what happened this month as well as everything that is up and coming in our lives, in Northern Ireland and across the WorldFollow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heresthecraic/Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraicBig thanks to Orann Coyle, Fi…
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A chilling dramatisation of the hunt for a serial killer under an incompetent military dictatorship in 1980s South Korea. Bong Joon Ho's directorial masterclass Memories of Murder showcases the personal and societal changes that take place around the constant threat of a murderer that gripped the country, and rendered the police impotent in their e…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat with Maia from The Ticket Bakehouse in Cullybackey.A few years ago Maia took a leap of faith and took over an old, disused railway station and converted into a successful bakery.Check out The Ticket Bakehousehttps://www.instagram.com/theticketbakehouse/Follow our Instagram: https://www.…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat with Orann Coyle, who is a wealth manager and financialplanner. We chat from everything from investing to pensions and how you can make your money work for you.Check out Orran:https://direct.me/wealthmanagerhttps://www.instagram.com/oranncoylefinancialadvisor/Follow our Instagram: https…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have something to show you guys that we’ve been working on the past few weeks! Let us know your thoughts in the commentsFollow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heresthecraic/Check out our other socials and be sure to listen to our Podcast! https://linktr.ee/heresthecraic…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat with Connor Martin, who runs The JAQ Group, which has a number of subsidiary companies including The Essence Vault. We chat to Connor about how he grew his business from his bedroom to the powerhouse that it is now. We chat about the highs, lows and lessons learned along the way as well…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat about the cost of everything rising, we look at historical prices / wages and share our thoughts on how we are navigating this pricey time of life. Let us know your thoughts in the commentsFollow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heresthecraic/Check out our other socials and be s…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat with Ben Boyd, owner and and founder of Ben's Ice Cream! We delve into his story about how he came up with the idea of Ben's, how he created the product and how he built the business to the successful brand it is today.Let us know your thoughts in the commentshttps://bensicecreamstudio.…
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In this episode of the Here's The Craic podcast we have a chat about whether working from home should be encouraged, is it damaging? or should we have a totally different system all together? We also give our view on our ideal setup when it comes to work / life balance. Let us know your thoughts in the commentsFollow our Instagram: https://www.inst…
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Thanks for tuning in to this weeks episode of the Here's the Craic Podcast.In this weeks episode we chat to Gethin and Nigel, the guys behind GTINI who have been an integral part of the VW / Audi group scene in NI for over 15 years. We chat about how they got started and how they began and grew Dubshed into one of Irelands largest car shows! Follow…
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