In this episode:
When an accident miraculously gives a boy an incredibly powerful pitching arm, he becomes a major league pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.
Our predictions: Will it hold up?
Ryan- Yes!
Ashley- Yes!
Things we discussed in this episode:
-“Assident.” – Ashley
-Ryan talks about how his own picks for the Loser Bracket was doomed from the start.
-We question if this movie influenced children to try to break their arms so they could play in the MLB.
-We brainstorm a new podcast idea: A podcast where we list all the movie we want to rewatch for this podcast.
-Did you know Marv (Daniel Stern) directed this movie? We didn’t either.
-Ashley won’t wear a fannypack, unless its free, then okay, she will wear one.
-Ashley should never say “New daddy” again.
-We can’t remember the word, “unsupervised.” (Words are hard.)
-We have the quickest technology category ever.
-We discuss the depressing reality of being a professional athlete. (Except obviously, the money.)
-Ryan uses his vast knowledge of baseball to break down some of the film’s plot holes.
-Ashley questions whether Mary had custody over George and Clark because they were always with her even when her son was not around.
-“I’m a nerd for stadiums.” – Ryan
-We question whether Bruce Altman (Jack) was a Shakespearean actor. (We still don’t know, but he did graduate from the Yale school of drama, so close enough.)
-Don’t forget to join The Ruiners Club! A new bonisode is coming to the feed this week!
Award Winners:
Ryan: The “Cagey”– Bruce Altman (Jack)
The “Hanxy”– Thomas Ian Nicholas (Henry)
Ashley: The “Cagey” – Bruce Altman (Jack)
The “Hanxy”– Thomas Ian Nicholas (Henry)
Does it hold up?
Ryan: Yes!
Ashley: Also, yes!
Facts from 1992:
- This movie was released on August 7th, 1992.
- Hit TV Shows:
- Coach
- Frasier
- Murphy Brown
- Hit Songs:
- “That’s The Way Love Goes” Janet Jackson
- “A Whole New World” Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle
- “Dreamlover” Mariah Carey
- Hit Movies:
- Jurassic Park
- The Fugitive
- Mrs. Doubtfire
- Where you can stream it:
- Start (subscription), DirectTV
- Rent/Buy on various streaming services.
Resources:
- Movie streaming info from Justwatch.com
- Facts from https://pop-culture.us
- Music Clips in episode: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Fanas/Or_Up_We_Fall
Ruining Our Childhood 