The Face/Off Podcast
The Face/Off Podcast
Erin Hennessy and Jes Howen McBride
Each episode, besties Erin and Jes watch a Nicolas Cage and John Travolta movie that share a similar theme. Upon discussing the films and the actors, these ladies ultimately each vote for the winner of the Face/Off.
Episode 7 - Good Bad Good Boys
Jes and Erin discuss Travolta's Swordfish and Cage’s Con Air. Each movie involves a Good Bad Good Boy! Which film and actor will win the Face/Off? This episode is brought to you by Southwest Airlines Infotainment and Wifi. There are so many ways to access entertainment and illegally steal information on your flight! Thanks Jeff Neckers for your designs and Jon Crosswhite for your jams! Also, thanks John Travolta and Nicolas Cage. We love analyzing your films.
Jul 12, 2020
Episode 6 - All the Cool Kids Are Watching It
Jes and Erin discuss Travolta's Pulp Fiction and Cage’s Adaptation. Both movies are well crafted and their respective actors shine, but only one film wins the Face/Off this week.
Jan 3, 2020
44 min
Episode 5 - The Art of Forgery and Family
Jes and Erin discuss Travolta's The Forger and Cage’s Matchstick Men. Both movies seem to be about guys trying to be more vulnerable with their children… while they steal from others. Cool! This episode is brought to you by Scotfree&Me. Need to know more about how your DNA compels you or your loved ones to swindle other people? Scotfree&Me has you covered.
Apr 12, 2019
44 min
Episode 4 - High School Hijinks
Jes and Erin discuss Travolta's Grease and Cage's Valley Girl and the odd ways teen culture is portrayed in film. Also, masculinity is often defined by fighting, cars and sports. Weird!
Mar 14, 2019
48 min
Episode 3 - Stealing from the USA
Jes and Erin talk about Travolta's Broken Arrow and Cage's National Treasure. They also draw some comparisons between Broken Arrow and a previously reviewed film, Cage's The Rock.
Feb 27, 2019
54 min
Episode 2 - Angels Among Us
Erin and Jes discuss Travolta's Michael and Cage's City of Angels and ultimately chose a victor for this Face/Off round. These movies have a lot of romance and trench coats. WATCH YOURSELF.
Feb 14, 2019
50 min
Episode 1 - Urban Terrorism Averted
Erin and Jes embark on their first official episode, pitting Travolta's From Paris with Love against Cage's The Rock. Spoiler Alert: Most plots and themes of these stories will be revealed. Give these movies a watch before you listen and get ready for some commentary on explosions.
Jan 31, 2019
1 hr 11 min
Episode 0 - "I Could Eat a Peach for Hours"
Erin and Jes talk about their expectations for this podcast, their friendship, and their weekly peaches. Jes reveals that she’s never actually seen Face/Off. WHAT?!?
Jan 5, 2019
30 min