The Dust Off
The Dust Off
The Dust Off
Three "grown ups" dig up the pop-culture relics that shaped us. We take a fresh look at movies, games, shows - anything - to figure out what stands up.
049 – “His Loser’s Heart”
“Monopoly”. It’s all come down to this moment. Hosts past and present sit down for the dusting off of a collective memory so painful, it could only be used for our final (for now) episode. Tune in for the war to end all wars! Additional audio sources Vintage Monopoly ad: goo.gl/SCRkyn “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” from Monty Python’s Life of Brian: goo.gl/bTTMLe Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with fairy dust, children’s wishes, and the following contributions: Hosted by Stephanie Belyea, Emily Bossé, Norah Kennedy, Stephen Belyea, Jake Martin, and Patrick Brennan Research by Patrick Brennan and Emily Bossé Edited by Stephen Belyea Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Jul 11, 2018
1 hr 9 min
048 – “Some More Of That D”
“EuroTrip” (2004) teen comedy. It’s a bingo card of lazy European stereotypes this episode, as Steph, Em, and Norah wade through Matt Damon’s breakup revenge fantasy. One of our hosts discovers white wine, another recedes into dark memories of 13-year-old girl-dom, and yet one more just really, really wants every character in the movie to fail. Tune in to hear Emily’s very special connection to this “Rube Goldberg of plots”, and the hosts’ fondness for “not telling Scotty things”. Additional audio sources “EuroTrip” (2004) theatrical trailer: https://goo.gl/5ybCNZ Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with fairy dust, children’s wishes, and the following contributions: Hosted by Stephanie Belyea, Emily Bossé, and Norah Kennedy Edited by Stephen Belyea Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Apr 6, 2018
41 min
047 – “All We Need Are These Nips”
“Childhood crushes.” In a Dust Off first, the girls take a look back at their childhood celebrity crushes. A cartoon Canuck, an ABC family-comedy Bad Boy, and a certain heartthrob who’s name may or may not rhyme with Boney Stanza make up the bunch. Needless to say things in this episode get a little weird. Tune in! Additional audio sources Theme from “Who’s the Boss?” (1984): goo.gl/GuwBL4 Clip from “Who’s the Boss?” (1984): goo.gl/bJfYir Clip from “Boy Meets World” (1993): goo.gl/PB6fz8 Clip from “X-Men: The Animated Series” (1992): goo.gl/XZvz6S Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with fairy dust, children’s wishes, and the following contributions: Hosted by Stephanie Belyea, Emily Bossé, and Norah Kennedy Research by Pat Brennan Edited by Pat Brennan Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Feb 23, 2018
54 min
046 – “A Million Dollars of Uppers”
“Carmen Electra’s Fit to Strip” (2004). The Dust Off crew decided to tackle the classic New Years ‘Get Fit’ resolution the only logical way – By diving into Carmen Electra’s Strippercize series. Yes, this is the second strip-centric workout video that Carmen Electra released. Yes, there is a hip hop segment. But there is also philosophy, self-improvement and of course we can’t forget – NEVER underestimate the power of the finger in the mouth. Additional audio sources ‘Carmen Electra’s Fit to Strip’ (2004) workout DVD Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Steph Belyea, Norah Kennedy, and Emily Bossé Edited by Jake Martin Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Jan 26, 2018
36 min
045 – “Goodnight Mr. Van Dykes…”
“To Grandmother’s House We Go” (1992). Hark! Is that the cackling of little elves I hear? Why no, it’s the Olsen twins! Emily and Norah (sadly Steph has been struck down by the flu) tackle the first film to feature everyone’s favourite freckle-faced duo. It’s festive fun for the whole family! Also, I can’t stop using alliteration! Tune in! Additional audio sources Television spot for ‘To Grandmother’s House We Go’ (1992): goo.gl/Ppc5KN  Gimme Pizza Song (Slowed Down): goo.gl/La9W3A Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with fairy dust, children’s wishes, and the following contributions: Hosted by Norah Kennedy and Emily Bossé Research by Pat Brennan Edited by Pat Brennan Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Dec 22, 2017
45 min
044 – “Slightly Better Than Silence”
“Twister” (1996). Warning! Make sure you listen to this episode locked in a basement full of canned goods… Our three brave hosts become bona fide tornado experts as they relive they dodge razor sharp Pepsi cans and try to decipher Cary Elwes’ accent in the 1996 disaster film, Twister. Additional audio sources ‘Twister’ (1996) movie Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Steph Belyea, Norah Kennedy, and Emily Bossé Research by Pat Brennan Edited by Jake Martin Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Nov 24, 2017
41 min
043 – “Shish Kebaby And Baby Ganoush”
“Hocus Pocus” (1993). Once upon a time, Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and that lady from “Sister Act” who wasn’t Whoopi Goldberg agreed to play witches in a children’s Halloween movie. The resulting film ushered in hundreds of hours of entertainment for one of our hosts, and scarred the remaining two. Listen now as they dive into memories both fair and foul in this week’s The Dust Off! Additional audio sources Theatrical trailer for ‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993): https://goo.gl/Sxibi2 ‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993) movie Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Steph Belyea, Norah Kennedy, and Emily Bossé Research by Pat Brennan Edited by Stephen Belyea Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Oct 27, 2017
1 hr
042 – “600% More Boobs”
“The Mummy” (1999). Steph, Emily, and Norah have taken their rightful place as the hosts of the Dust Off, and they’re kicking off their tenure with this classic Brendan Fraser vehicle! Poor casting choices are pondered, grudges are unearthed, and a reality where “The Mummy – Featuring Daniel Day Lewis” is dreamt of fondly. All this and more as a new era of The Dust Off begins! Additional audio sources Theatrical trailer for ‘The Mummy’ (1999): https://goo.gl/SNfQxX ‘The Mummy’ (1999) movie Credits and contributions This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Steph Belyea, Norah Kennedy, and Emily Bossé Research by Pat Brennan Edited by Stephen Belyea Produced by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Oct 20, 2017
49 min
041 – “Zomboos”
“Day of the Dead” (1985) Romero zombie romp. The guys are joined by New Brunswick playwright/actor/cool dude Ryan “Griff” Griffith this week. From their respective limestone mines, the four pay tribute to the late horror icon and Toronto native, George A. Romero — and, boy howdy, do they go deep! Enjoy much philosophical waxing on Romero’s cult classic, all while picking Ryan’s delicious, juicy brains about his new play: “Fortune of Wolves” (on stage October 12-27th)! Links and shout-outs: “Fortune of Wolves” tickets and info: https://goo.gl/YGQfdo Next Folding Theatre Company: https://goo.gl/VdYZV1 Theatre New Brunswick: https://goo.gl/WzXRKi 2003 Divimax DVD edition (Steve’s copy): https://goo.gl/ijaVXR Lil Bub, the internet cat: http://lilbub.com/ Featuring audio from: “Station!” from “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey” (1991): https://goo.gl/dLvHCV Original VHS Trailer for “Day of the Dead” (1985): https://goo.gl/8w9oYt Gorillaz’ “M1 A1” track from self-titled debut album (2001): https://goo.gl/5WzcTw “Day of the Dead” (1985) movie “Zombies, man” from “Land of the Dead” (2005): https://goo.gl/i4c34a This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan, and Jake Martin Special guest Ryan Griffith Research by Stephen Belyea and Pat Brennan Edited by Stephen Belyea Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Oct 6, 2017
1 hr 41 min
040 – “One and Two Half Men”
Woodworking. Sure, we could make a whole bunch of “wood” jokes in this episode description but we’d like to think we’re bigger than that, OK? Jake and Pat try to recapture their shop class glory days, while Steve patiently makes sure they don’t cut their arms off. Needless to say, Steve looks pretty macho in this Dust Off installment but what else is new, am I right? Links and shout-outs: The New Yankee Workshop’s website: goo.gl/umj6uz Norm Abram hosting an episode on sharpening tools: goo.gl/s6UWFi Doom mod with Tim Taylor: goo.gl/AwR6x3 Dread Zeppelin’s Immigrant Song cover: goo.gl/Fsmhdb Steve’s favourite Home Hardware (Park st, Kitchener): goo.gl/Zn2D9Z This episode of The Dust Off is held together with duct tape and the following contributions: Hosted by Stephen Belyea, Pat Brennan, and Jake Martin Drop-in guest spot by Emily Bossé Research by Pat Brennan and Jake Martin Edited by Stephen Belyea Theme music from Valery & The Greedies: goo.gl/SrdxGD
Aug 18, 2017
50 min
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