web01.fireside.fm Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:33:24 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Nostalgium Arcanum - Episodes Tagged with “Tim Curry” https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/tags/tim%20curry Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0800 Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium". en-us episodic A Repository For The Pop Culture That Made Us Who We Are Doug Lief Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium". yes nostalgia, 1980s, 80s, 1990s, 90s, movies, tv, television, music, toys, video games, games, nerd, geek Doug Lief djlief@gmail.com Legend https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/180 d4538b02-4188-4d4d-bb97-8009607a003b Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0800 Doug Lief full Doug Lief No light without darkness. Legend is a film about duality and yet, the story of the dual cuts of the film is just as captivating as Ridley Scott's spectacular visuals, performances from a young Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and a make-up consumed Tim Curry. Indeed, this is truly a unicorn as the theatrical and director's cut versions of the film are radically different movies, with different tones, themes and stories. While Ridley Scott made diddley squat at the box office, the legend of the film has only grown. We're joined by guests Jala Prendes (host of Jala-Chan' Place, Monster, Dear Monster, and Duckfeed.tv's The Level) and her husband, Dave (co-host of Monster, Dear Monster), to celebrate this cult classic of 80s fantasy. 2:21:25 yes No light without darkness. Legend is a film about duality and yet, the story of the dual cuts of the film is just as captivating as Ridley Scott's spectacular visuals, performances from a young Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and a make-up consumed Tim Curry. Indeed, this is truly a unicorn as the theatrical and director's cut versions of the film are radically different movies, with different tones, themes and stories. While Ridley Scott made diddley squat at the box office, the legend of the film has only grown. We're joined by guests Jala Prendes (host of Jala-Chan' Place, Monster, Dear Monster, and Duckfeed.tv's The Level) and her husband, Dave (co-host of Monster, Dear Monster), to celebrate this cult classic of 80s fantasy. Find Jala online at @Fireheart_Media on X and fireheartmedia.bsky.social. Her show "The Level" is also part of the Duckfeed.tv podcast network. Dave's podcasts can be found at https://www.monsterdear.monster/. Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod). If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) All score from Legend by Tangerine Dream Loved By The Sun - Jon Anderson and Tangerine Dream fantasy, 1980s, 80s, tim curry, ridley scott, tom cruise, mia sara, cinematography, tangerine dream, unicorn, unicorns, tangerine dream No light without darkness. Legend is a film about duality and yet, the story of the dual cuts of the film is just as captivating as Ridley Scott's spectacular visuals, performances from a young Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and a make-up consumed Tim Curry. Indeed, this is truly a unicorn as the theatrical and director's cut versions of the film are radically different movies, with different tones, themes and stories. While Ridley Scott made diddley squat at the box office, the legend of the film has only grown. We're joined by guests Jala Prendes (host of Jala-Chan' Place, Monster, Dear Monster, and Duckfeed.tv's The Level) and her husband, Dave (co-host of Monster, Dear Monster), to celebrate this cult classic of 80s fantasy.

Find Jala online at @Fireheart_Media on X and fireheartmedia.bsky.social. Her show "The Level" is also part of the Duckfeed.tv podcast network. Dave's podcasts can be found at https://www.monsterdear.monster/.

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All score from Legend by Tangerine Dream
Loved By The Sun - Jon Anderson and Tangerine Dream

]]> No light without darkness. Legend is a film about duality and yet, the story of the dual cuts of the film is just as captivating as Ridley Scott's spectacular visuals, performances from a young Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and a make-up consumed Tim Curry. Indeed, this is truly a unicorn as the theatrical and director's cut versions of the film are radically different movies, with different tones, themes and stories. While Ridley Scott made diddley squat at the box office, the legend of the film has only grown. We're joined by guests Jala Prendes (host of Jala-Chan' Place, Monster, Dear Monster, and Duckfeed.tv's The Level) and her husband, Dave (co-host of Monster, Dear Monster), to celebrate this cult classic of 80s fantasy.

Find Jala online at @Fireheart_Media on X and fireheartmedia.bsky.social. Her show "The Level" is also part of the Duckfeed.tv podcast network. Dave's podcasts can be found at https://www.monsterdear.monster/.

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All score from Legend by Tangerine Dream
Loved By The Sun - Jon Anderson and Tangerine Dream

]]> Clue: The Movie https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/60 2cc8e1d0-51e4-4d42-ab98-9912c0d40863 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0800 Doug Lief full Doug Lief The classic whodunnit game became a classic whodunnit comedy. Guests comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) and Ami Lief roll the dice and try to make a long story short as we try to solve the mystery of what makes this film so great. Hint, a lot of the credit goes to Tim Curry. 1:38:49 yes The classic whodunnit game became a classic whodunnit comedy. Guests comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) and Ami Lief roll the dice and try to make a long story short to solve the mystery of who, where, and what makes this film so great. Hint, a lot of the credit goes to the legendary Tim Curry. If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!). Find Ami's spectacular handmade jewelry at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MomoBunnysmoreCo If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) Sh-Boom (The Chords, performed by The Crew Cuts) Shake, Rattle & Roll (Jesse Stone, performed by Bill Haley and the Comets) All score from Clue: The Movie by John Morris Closing Sketch (Guess Who?: The Movie) by the Dickheads: https://youtu.be/I_JA0oHCCoA?si=v4sciGlikIa896pM comedy, mystery, murder, game, games, board game, board games, cluedo, tim curry, farce, whodunnit, 1980s, 80s The classic whodunnit game became a classic whodunnit comedy. Guests comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) and Ami Lief roll the dice and try to make a long story short to solve the mystery of who, where, and what makes this film so great. Hint, a lot of the credit goes to the legendary Tim Curry.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

Find Ami's spectacular handmade jewelry at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MomoBunnysmoreCo

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Sh-Boom (The Chords, performed by The Crew Cuts)
Shake, Rattle & Roll (Jesse Stone, performed by Bill Haley and the Comets)
All score from Clue: The Movie by John Morris

Closing Sketch (Guess Who?: The Movie) by the Dickheads: https://youtu.be/I_JA0oHCCoA?si=v4sciGlikIa896pM

]]> The classic whodunnit game became a classic whodunnit comedy. Guests comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) and Ami Lief roll the dice and try to make a long story short to solve the mystery of who, where, and what makes this film so great. Hint, a lot of the credit goes to the legendary Tim Curry.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

Find Ami's spectacular handmade jewelry at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MomoBunnysmoreCo

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Sh-Boom (The Chords, performed by The Crew Cuts)
Shake, Rattle & Roll (Jesse Stone, performed by Bill Haley and the Comets)
All score from Clue: The Movie by John Morris

Closing Sketch (Guess Who?: The Movie) by the Dickheads: https://youtu.be/I_JA0oHCCoA?si=v4sciGlikIa896pM

]]> Muppet Treasure Island https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/59 5115b1cd-e102-4ace-bba8-d0d068d1d312 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0800 Doug Lief full Doug Lief Shiver me felt timbers! We're shovin' off for adventure as Josh Covel of the Still Loading podcast (@StillLoadingPod) joins our crew to revisit the Muppets' take on the Robert Louis Stevenson classic. 1:36:37 yes Shiver me felt timbers! We're shovin' off for adventure as Josh Covel of the Still Loading podcast (@StillLoadingPod) joins our crew to revisit the Muppets' take on the Robert Louis Stevenson classic. The Muppets' unique brand of humor is in full force as they battle the scenery-chewing performance of scenery-chewing legend Tim Curry. If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) Sailing for Adventure (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil) Shiver My Timbers (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil) Cabin Fever (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil) A Professional Pirate (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil) Love Led Us Here (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil) Rainbow Connection (Paul Williams, sung by your host, Doug Lief) All score from Muppet Treasure Island by Hans Zimmer muppets, jim henson, disney, treasure island, pirate, pirates, tim curry, robert louis stevenson, puppets, puppeteering, comedy, 1990s, 90s, sea shanties, sea shanty, shanty, kermit, fozzie, gonzo, rizzo, electric mayhem, muppets mayhem Shiver me felt timbers! We're shovin' off for adventure as Josh Covel of the Still Loading podcast (@StillLoadingPod) joins our crew to revisit the Muppets' take on the Robert Louis Stevenson classic. The Muppets' unique brand of humor is in full force as they battle the scenery-chewing performance of scenery-chewing legend Tim Curry.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Sailing for Adventure (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Shiver My Timbers (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Cabin Fever (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
A Professional Pirate (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Love Led Us Here (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Rainbow Connection (Paul Williams, sung by your host, Doug Lief)
All score from Muppet Treasure Island by Hans Zimmer

]]> Shiver me felt timbers! We're shovin' off for adventure as Josh Covel of the Still Loading podcast (@StillLoadingPod) joins our crew to revisit the Muppets' take on the Robert Louis Stevenson classic. The Muppets' unique brand of humor is in full force as they battle the scenery-chewing performance of scenery-chewing legend Tim Curry.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Sailing for Adventure (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Shiver My Timbers (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Cabin Fever (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
A Professional Pirate (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Love Led Us Here (Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil)
Rainbow Connection (Paul Williams, sung by your host, Doug Lief)
All score from Muppet Treasure Island by Hans Zimmer

]]> The Rocky Horror Picture Show https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/57 44d4a880-91bb-4806-8848-b298bf7cf325 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0700 Doug Lief full Doug Lief Let's do the Time Warp again as special guest writer/director/actress/producer Shakina Nayfack (@shakeenz, Difficult People, Quantum Leap) joins us to send off our Halloween season with a bang, emphasis on the bang. This musical is a one-of-a-kind blend of rock, camp, horror, and sexual exploration that really puts the "fluid" in gender fluidity, one that has and always will inspire hordes of live audiences to not just dream it, but to be it. 1:37:28 yes Let's do the Time Warp again as special guest writer/director/actress/producer Shakina Nayfack (@shakeenz, Difficult People, Quantum Leap) joins us to send off our Halloween season with a bang, emphasis on the bang. This musical is a one-of-a-kind blend of rock, camp, horror, and sexual exploration that really puts the "fluid" in gender fluidity, one that has and always will inspire hordes of live audiences to not just dream it, but to be it. Also, feel free to yell "asshole" and "slut" at us as you listen to this. If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) All songs from RHPS by Richard O'Brien horror, musical, musicals, scifi, sci-fi, rock, rock and roll, aliens, gender, sexuality, trans, transsexual, lgbtq, queer, halloween, tim curry, susan sarandon, 1970s, 70s Let's do the Time Warp again as special guest writer/director/actress/producer Shakina Nayfack (@shakeenz, Difficult People, Quantum Leap) joins us to send off our Halloween season with a bang, emphasis on the bang. This musical is a one-of-a-kind blend of rock, camp, horror, and sexual exploration that really puts the "fluid" in gender fluidity, one that has and always will inspire hordes of live audiences to not just dream it, but to be it.

Also, feel free to yell "asshole" and "slut" at us as you listen to this.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All songs from RHPS by Richard O'Brien

]]> Let's do the Time Warp again as special guest writer/director/actress/producer Shakina Nayfack (@shakeenz, Difficult People, Quantum Leap) joins us to send off our Halloween season with a bang, emphasis on the bang. This musical is a one-of-a-kind blend of rock, camp, horror, and sexual exploration that really puts the "fluid" in gender fluidity, one that has and always will inspire hordes of live audiences to not just dream it, but to be it.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All songs from RHPS by Richard O'Brien

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