Episode #2
The Haunting (1963)
Oct 18, 20261h 24mS9
Companies mentioned in this episode: Apple TV+ Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) MGM British Studios Disney+ ABC
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Matinee Minutiae
Hosted by DJ Starsage & Matt Burlingame · tv · EN
About this Podcast:
## **Matinee Minutiae: The Cinema Deep-Dive for True Movie Nerds**Ever found yourself ignoring the plot of a movie because you were too busy wondering why that one character actor looks so familiar? Or maybe you've paused a film just to look up the exact month it was released to see if it coincided with a forgotten snack food launch? If you live for the "Wait, was that...?" moments, **Matinee Minutiae** is the podcast you’ve been searching for.---### **What is Matinee Minutiae?**Hosted by **DJ Starsage** and **Matt Burlingame**, this isn't just another "two guys talking about movies" show. *Matinee Minutiae* is a deep-dive expedition into the DNA of film history. While other shows give you a 20-minute recap of the plot, we spend nearly two hours unearthing the trivia, the casting "what-ifs," and the cultural landscape that surrounded your favorite films.From 90s conspiracy thrillers like *The Net* to 80s creature features like *Invaders from Mars*, we treat every film—whether it'
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What is Matinee Minutiae about?
## **Matinee Minutiae: The Cinema Deep-Dive for True Movie Nerds**Ever found yourself ignoring the plot of a movie because you were too busy wondering why that one character actor looks so familiar? Or maybe you've paused a film just to look up the exact month it was released to see if it coincided with a forgotten snack food launch?
Who hosts Matinee Minutiae?
Matinee Minutiae is hosted by DJ Starsage & Matt Burlingame. The show has published 177 episodes to date.
What has Matinee Minutiae covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Haunting (1963)" (18 October 2026, 84 minutes), "The Peanutbutter Solution (1985)" (4 October 2026, 80 minutes), and "When Time Ran Out (1980)" (16 August 2026, 123 minutes).
How often does Matinee Minutiae publish?
Matinee Minutiae publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 100 minutes across 177 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Matinee Minutiae?
Booking probability for Matinee Minutiae is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Matinee Minutiae requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Matinee Minutiae's contact route on record: verified email.
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DJ Starsage & Matt Burlingame hosts Matinee Minutiae, a tv podcast with 177 episodes published.
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Episode #1
The Peanutbutter Solution (1985)
Oct 4, 20261h 20mS9We dive right into The Peanut Butter Solution — a wonderfully bonkers 1985 kids’ fantasy where 11-year-old Michael loses all his hair after a spooky encounter, uses a ghost-given peanut-buttery potion that makes his...
Episode #20
The After Hours (1960)
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Episode #19
Big Eden (2000)
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Episode #17
Starman (1984)
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Episode #16
Second Sight (1989)
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Episode #15
Going In Style (1979)
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We’re diving into a wild ride with “Starflight: The Space Plane That Couldn't Land,” where the stakes are as high as the orbit! This episode's main highlight is the chaotic journey of a commercial space plane that gets...
Episode #13
Dolores Claiborne (1995)
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Episode #12
Foul Play (1978)
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Episode #11
Misfits of Science (1985)
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Episode #10
Inside Daisy Clover (1965)
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We're diving into the fun and fabulous world of "Romy and Michelle's High School Reunion" where two best friends navigate the ups and downs of adulthood with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of nostalgia. The main point...
Episode #8
Right of Way (1983)
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Episode #7
Mulberrry (1992)
Jan 1, 20261h 29mS8Ringing in the new year from the "Gopher Gulch" video store, DJ and Matt take a time-traveling trip back to 1992. After reflecting on the historic shifts and cinematic blockbusters of the early 90s, the duo dives into...
Episode #6
The Desk Set (1957)
Dec 20, 20251h 42mS8Episode Summary In this festive installment, the hosts shake off their "Wild Turkey" hangovers and travel back to 19571111. After a deep dive into the historical and cultural shifts of the late 1950s—from the launch of...
Episode #5
Switch (1991)
Nov 29, 20251h 37mS8We're diving into the chaotic world of "Switch," where a womanizing ad executive meets his messy demise and gets a second chance at life—this time in the body of a woman! As we chat about the film's wild ride through...
Episode #4
Stella (1990)
Nov 18, 20251h 55mS8Matinee Minutia: Stella (1990) - The Divine Ms. M.'s Selfless Motherhood Episode 804: Show Notes This week, DJ and Matt travel back to a world of cargo pants, Aquanet, and dial-up— 1990! Before diving into Bette...
Episode #3
Elvira: Mistress of The Dark (1988)
Oct 31, 20251h 45mS8Takeaways: In this episode, we dive into the wild world of Halloween traditions and spooky treats, including our favorite candies that have haunted our childhoods. It's a sugar rush of nostalgia! We chat about classic...
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