March 24, 2015
EP. 20 — Morgan Freeman Films
This week, Leonard and Baron discuss the inimitable Morgan Freeman and focus on three films from his long career: Ben Affleck’s Gone Baby Gone, another film that even this great actor couldn’t salvage, and a sleeper worth checking out called The Magic of Belle Isle.
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EP. 84 — Kevin Pollak
Guest Kevin Pollak
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EP. 83 — British Films with Danielle Hope
Guest Danielle Hope
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This episode is sponsored by Blue Apron.
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EP. 82 — Kate Micucci
Guest Kate Micucci
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