In a pre-Y2K world concerned about the effects of technology on society, Jodie Foster and McConaughey still find time to fall in love. Jodie Foster is a hardcore scientist and McConaughey is a man of the cloth (without the cloth) who does not like technology. What would his character have to say about you listening to this podcast? How strongly would he oppose your daily screen time? In today’s world, distractions are available at the press of a button and (wait a moment while I check my Instagram)...ok so anyway, what was I saying? OK, now I have only 2 minutes to add a BeReal and my friends get pissy if I don’t add one…OK, that’s done and you have my full attention. Yes, I do think that some technology has made society worse in some ways, but DoorDash is pretty good. Except that the gig economy might be destroying the labor market as we know it. I say we organize and demand better paying jobs! I’ll get on that, right after I beat this round of Candy Crush or whatever...@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

According to Carl Lee (Samuel L. Jackson), Jake Brigance (Matthew McConaughey) is his secret weapon in court because he is the enemy. Listen as your guest hosts dive deep into this courtroom classic.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

No, this is not a time travel episode, but MM plays a deputy who becomes the sheriff under suspicious circumstances. 40 years later his son is elected sheriff and is obligated to investigate the potential crime(s) committed by his father. This movie is highly critically acclaimed, but did Johnny and Mark enjoy it?Amanda Kusek’s take on Piranha@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

MM plays a lone deputy with no backup who encounters a suspected murderer…or is it just Clarence Williams, III doing a fantastic acting job? This short film is a mystery wrapped up in a choose-your-own-adventure novel presented as a Twilight Zone Episode.JUDGEMENT - Starring Matthew McConnaughey@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

McConaughey has a cameo in this one as a drug runner named “El Rojo”, or for you gringos out there “The Red.”Spoiler Alert: McConaughey didn’t read the script before filming…but can the viewers tell? Join Johnny and Mark as they double-fist Tecate and Mezcal on a roadtrip through Calexico and Mexicali.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

In this episode we are joined by special guest host Amanda Kusek (author and award winning screenwriter) to talk about the 4th installment in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise which stars a violent Matthew McConaughey and a scared (but strong) Renee Zellweger, both relatively unknown actors at the time. This movie has violence, misogyny, corpses, car chases, and Leatherface in drag. But is it any good?Subscribe to Amanda’s SubstackCheck out Amanda’s Instagram to see her poetry and screenwriting talentsThank you to @spookyastronauts for the YouTube video that gave us a recap of the TCM franchise: https://youtu.be/_iFVQfEJmrY@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

In this 1995 film that examines what it is to be a gay woman, the AIDS epidemic, drug addiction, and abusive partners, a light shines…yes, it’s Matthew McConaughey’s performance as Drew Barrymore’s boyfriend, named Abe Lincoln. But how bright does that light shine? Listen to find out.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

Matthew McConaughey doesn’t say much in this flick, but boy does he like getting picked up by angels. How’d he do that? Join us as we destroy the critics’ opinion of this flick and talk about little Joseph Gordon-Levitt stealing the show.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and Edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

Dazed and Confused: Part 2In Part 2 of Dazed and Confused, we finally see the Moontower (despite what Mark says), we learn about LIVIN, and we ride down an empty highway listening to Slow Ride. We’ll also hear more from Diana & Lizzy. Join us as we finish talking about Dazed and Confused…just watch the leather.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations

This week, we’re having a party at the Moontower while we watch MM perform in his breakout role as Wooderson, the creepy guy who likes freshmen chicks. But y’all, that Southern drawl and the unmatched swagger that MM brings to the performance will make you forget all about the perviness. One co-host over researched and we went long so we’re splitting this into two wonderful episodes! Listen to guest host Lizzy talk about how she’s not sure about this flick and guest host Diana talk about those peach pants.@MasteringMPod on InstagramEmail: [email protected] song HEYAQUALUNG! by HoliznaThe Modern Real Estate AgentsProduced and edited by Mark UsherSupport the ShowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mastering-mcconaughey-podcast/donations