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  • Dissecting Smokey and the Bandit: Plot Holes, Burnouts, and Burt Reynolds’ Bulge

    Dissecting Smokey and the Bandit: Plot Holes, Burnouts, and Burt Reynolds’ Bulge
    2025/08/04
    Welcome back to Trees in Space, the podcast where movies are reviewed not just with stars, but with a whole system of forests, groves, and stumps! In this episode, Jason and Nate throw on their cowboy hats and jump behind the wheel for a wild ride through the 1977 classic Smokey and the Bandit. What happens when a runaway bride, a charismatic trucker, an army of beer-thirsty millionaires, and a hilariously relentless sheriff all meet on the open road? Apparently, a film that’s part cinematic masterpiece, part “did anyone even look at the script’s timeline?”Buckle up as the hosts geek out over everything from the legendary soundtrack that introduced the world to “Eastbound and Down,” to Burt Reynolds’ scene-stealing wardrobe choices (and his, um, “grain silo”). Along the way, they dissect mind-blowing continuity errors (cop car damage, now you see it, now you don’t!), CB radio logic that would make real truckers sob, and the undeniable charm of Jackie Gleason sweating through his sheriff’s uniform like every lawman’s fever dream.From deep nostalgia and questionable love scenes for the ladies, to impassioned debates about how many Trans Ams died for Hollywood’s sins, Jason and Nate leave no rubber unburned. Is this movie still a five-tree classic, or does it deserve to be left as a lonely stump? Join in for laughs, fun facts, and more chaos than a high-speed chase through Georgia. Let’s hit the road!
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    29 分
  • Breaking Down the Best and Worst of Happy Gilmore 2

    Breaking Down the Best and Worst of Happy Gilmore 2
    2025/07/28
    Welcome back to Trees in Space, the podcast where nostalgia and hot takes collide at lightspeed! This week, your galactic guides Nate and Jason become the first podcasters in the universe (probably) to review the brand new 2025 comedy sequel, Happy Gilmore 2. That’s right—Adam Sandler’s back on the green, and this time it’s for his daughter’s ballet tuition, not grandma’s house! Join us as Nate and Jason marvel at de-aged faces (hello, digital wizardry!), reminisce about pop culture icons lost this week, and debate the mysterious logistics behind Connecticut’s alleged alligator population. Plus, they tackle burning questions like: Why pour booze into a trash bag? Which hole has the flaming sand trap? And does anyone really need to see flashbacks if they've streamed the original twenty times already? From cameos galore (Eminem! Steve Buscemi! Wrestlers playing Sandler’s kids!) to questionable math on golf tuition, we break down the fan service, cringe, and laughs—all while dodging more spoilers than golf balls at a charity Pro-Am. Was it a triumphant sequel worthy of a Happy dance, or just another hacky nostalgia cash-in? Grab your cucumber flask and tune in to find out: Happy Gilmore 2 is teeing up on Trees in Space!
    00:00 Movie Preview and Celebrity Losses
    04:22 Humorous Movie Praise
    06:43 Mystery of Happy's Tee Box
    10:55 Mystery of Alligators in Connecticut
    13:38 Nostalgic Cemetery Fight
    18:39 Nostalgic Comedy Well-Received
    23:05 Rising Film Score Debate
    24:40 Disjointed Plot with Convenient Resolution
    27:49 Happy Gilmore 2 Review
    #HappyGilmore2 #adamsandler #happygilmore #comedy nostalgia, golf movies, Shooter McGavin, John Daly, cameos, celebrity deaths, Ozzy Osborne, Hulk Hogan, fan service, movie reviews, Rotten Tomatoes, movie ratings, de-aging effects, sports announcers, family casting, Netflix, flashbacks, montages, Maxi Golf, alligators, celebrity guest stars, fan reactions, bad acting, plot holes, comedy tropes, movie soundtracks, Steve Buscemi
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    30 分
  • Happy Gilmore’s Wild Golf Swings and Even Wilder Movie Errors

    Happy Gilmore’s Wild Golf Swings and Even Wilder Movie Errors
    2025/07/21
    Welcome back to Trees in Space, where movie reviews grow wild and the comedy is always in full swing! In this episode, Jason and Nate tee off on the 1996 slapstick sports comedy Happy Gilmore, starring Adam Sandler as the hockey reject who takes the golf world by storm—all to save his grandma’s house. Get ready for a play-by-play on epic fistfights with Bob Barker, infamous golf course antics, and more moments that will have you quoting, “You shoulda been standing there!” Whether you love golf, can’t get enough Adam Sandler, or just want to relive the glory days where the only thing more broken than Happy’s clubs is his short game, this episode is for you.Jason and Nate dig deep into the movie’s hilarious one-liners, nitpick the wild editing errors, and debate whether Happy Gilmore deserves a full forest of praise or just a lonely little stump to sit on. Plus, they tackle the critics, the fan reviews, and ask the really important questions—like, should a classic Volkswagen Beetle spontaneously combust on the fairway? And, can anyone survive getting hit in the head with a baseball at close-range on a children’s batting cage?So grab your clubs (preferably not wooden ones), buckle up for nostalgia, and find out if this is Adam Sandler’s best comedy—or just a Caddyshack wannabe with a wicked slapshot. Don’t forget to stick around for the hosts’ tree ratings and their signature blend of hot takes, deep cuts, and a little bit of breakfast trash talk.
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    29 分
  • They Needed a Bigger Boat: A Reluctant First-Timer Watches Jaws

    They Needed a Bigger Boat: A Reluctant First-Timer Watches Jaws
    2025/07/14
    Welcome back to Trees in Space, the podcast where hosts Jason and Nate boldly swim through the treacherous waters of movie genres, armed only with hot takes, nostalgia goggles, and questionable opinions. This week, they're taking on the granddaddy of all shark movies—Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic, Jaws. And trust us, they're not afraid to wade into controversial territory: is it a thriller, a horror, or just responsible for traumatizing an entire generation of beachgoers? In this episode, Jason and Nate debate ratings (is it PG-13, R, or “Parent Please Don’t Let Your Seven-Year-Old Watch This”?), drop fun facts about shooting locations (spoiler: Martha’s Vineyard, but someone definitely missed the lighthouse), and question the feasibility of building a steel shark cage with nothing but a nervous marine biologist and a Phillips head screwdriver. They bond over the exceptional audio engineering (because you know those seagulls were NOT in the budget), nitpick 1970s parenting, continuity errors with buoys, and marvel at one legendary drunken monologue about the USS Indianapolis. Throw in some passionate reviews from both ends of the spectrum, classic one-liners, and a new appreciation for strong movie wives, and you’ve got an episode that’ll make you think twice before saying, “Let’s go for a swim.” So whether you’re here for the shark attacks, the hot takes, or just to find out why everyone on Amity Island looks 60, grab your lifejacket and tune in for this fin-tastic episode of Trees in Space!
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    31 分
  • SGT Bilko

    SGT Bilko
    2025/07/07
    Welcome back to Trees in Space! In this hilarious episode, Jason and Nate dive headfirst into the 1996 comedy “Sgt. Bilko” (or as Jason struggles to remember, definitely not “Blinko”). Picture this: Tony Stark’s charm, Ferris Bueller-style shenanigans, a scheming master sergeant, and Steve Martin at the wheel—what could go wrong? Well, apparently not much, because both hosts loved it so much, they watched it twice.With a combo of insider Army experience and a deep appreciation for absurd one-liners, Jason and Nate break down all the military mayhem, from professional-grade uniform patches to questionable motorpool activities, and even the accurate aroma of a muddy obstacle course. They debate everything from the authenticity of the Army depicted (realistic… except, maybe, for the roulette tables in the barracks), to whether Steve Martin is comedy royalty or a “disgrace” depending on which internet reviewer you ask.Along the way, you'll get quick-fire rundown of glowing and groaning audience reviews, thoughts on why critics got it totally wrong, and plenty of speculation about the original TV show. Jason dishes out a rare four-tree rating, while Nate can’t bring himself to go higher than three trees and a stump—seriously, get your forestry scoring chart ready.Bottom line: If you love witty banter, movie nostalgia, and military mischief—all filtered through the lens of two guys who’ve actually lived the Army life—this is the episode for you. Buckle up, because on Trees in Space, you’re always just a one-liner away from a good time.
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    27 分
  • The Feelings Mutual—We’re Numb: Novocain Leaves Us Stumped

    The Feelings Mutual—We’re Numb: Novocain Leaves Us Stumped
    2025/06/09
    Welcome back to another jam-packed edition of your favorite movie newsletter—where we climb up the cinematic redwood, hack at some plot branches, and occasionally fall off the stump of disbelief. This week, your hosts Jason and Nate have endured serious bodily harm (vicariously) all for… Novocaine (2025). Yeah, that’s right: action, comedy, and more anatomical confusion than your last trip to WebMD.

    Quick Recap: What Even Is Novocaine? If you thought the only people who couldn’t feel pain were Marvel villains or your ex during your breakup speech, think again! Novocaine introduces us to Jack Quaid’s character, an assistant bank teller with a rare condition—and by “rare,” we mean, apparently, he skips chewing solid foods and is maybe, possibly, sexually confused (not his fault; blame the writers). His dream girl, played by the formidably forward Amber Midthunder, gets kidnapped, and our hero must use his “superpower” (read: dangerous medical liability) to rescue her.

    Plot Points That Make Us Say “Wait, What?”

    Jack Quaid’s character can’t feel pain, but can he feel… pleasure? Pressure? The burning sadness of eating hot sauce shots and not knowing if you should be aroused or afraid? The debate raged on.

    The “romance” escalates fast. Our hosts wonder: why WOULDN’T you say yes to a date with Amber Midthunder? (Sidebar: Note to audience—never go to the bathroom during a date. It’s the fastest way to lose your shot, hot sauce or not.)

    The bad guys are so bad at shooting in the first act, we think they trained under Stormtrooper correspondence courses. By the finale, though, they’re nailing headshots like Olympic marksmen. Pick a lane, fellas.

    Apparently, getting arrows through thighs, compound fractures, and tattooing addresses into your palm is survivable. But chew carefully—an errant carrot, and you’re done for
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    30 分
  • Blinkin, Achoo, and a Lot of Bad Puns: Revisiting Robin Hood Men in Tights

    Blinkin, Achoo, and a Lot of Bad Puns: Revisiting Robin Hood Men in Tights
    2025/06/02
    This week, we donned our green tights (it’s a podcast, you can’t prove we didn’t), cranked up the Mel Brooks, and laughed our way through the 1993 cult classic Robin Hood: Men in Tights. Yes, THE movie that taught us all the real look of a chastity belt (which may or may not require a locksmith and a tetanus shot). 🎙️

    On This Episode: We plot our course through the forest of slapstick jokes and musical numbers, wrestling with everything from medieval metal underwear to whether Patrick Stewart, as King Richard, has the power to knight another knight—or just act very, very British. 🌳

    5 Keys You’ll Learn This Week:
    Mel Brooks Movie Math: Why Jason prefers his Mel Brooks’ movies with fewer spoofs and more cowboys… and why Men in Tights sparks family feuds over which Brooks film reigns supreme.
    Dave Chappelle’s Big Screen Launch: Discover why we can’t believe the original movie synopsis left out Chappelle (Achoo…Bless you!), and how he stole the show with both sneezes and style.
    The Absurd Science of Chastity Belts: Ever wondered how a 17th-century chastity belt worked, or how to pee in one? So did we. And we had way too much fun not figuring it out. Patrick Stewart’s Knightmare: Can a knight knight another knight? We put on our tinfoil armor and try to break the code—Nate’s “ipso facto” theory included.
    Spoof Logic Explained (Kinda): Why the Sheriff of Rottingham’s backwards wordplay is the linguistic gymnastic event you never knew you needed, and why sometimes, you shouldn’t get your movie history from Jason. 🌟

    Fun Fact from the Episode: One listener reminisced about seeing this movie in the cinema with their family… right as the WHOLE ROW of seats collapsed backwards! Physical comedy wasn’t just on the screen—we hope they got a refund and some free popcorn. 🎬 Outtro: This episode, we weighed the critics (42%... ouch!) against the fans (81%—vindication!), and threw in a discussion on the laws of Robin Hood archery contests just for good measure. Does Men in Tights still make you giggle, groan, or snore? Jason nearly set a world record for “most stumps given,” while Nate remains forever haunted by visions of Princess Bride déjà vu. 👇 Call to Action! Ready for some classic Mel Brooks goofiness and hot takes on medieval fashion? Hit up Trees in Space 1 on YouTube, drop us a comment with your favorite Men in Tights moment, and don’t forget to subscribe for weekly laughs (and questionable history lessons). Catch you next time—same tree, same space!
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    24 分
  • Popeye the Slayer Man: A Spinach-Fueled Horror That’s Hard to Digest

    Popeye the Slayer Man: A Spinach-Fueled Horror That’s Hard to Digest
    2025/05/19
    Welcome back to another episode of Trees in Space! This week, your intrepid hosts Nate Hankson and Jason Smith take a deep (and hilarious) dive into the 2025 unrated horror thriller, Popeye the Sail Man—yes, you heard that right. Our hosts bravely subject themselves to an indie film where the world’s most famous spinach-chomping sailor gets a terrifying (and somewhat grotesque) horror makeover.Join Nate and Jason as they ponder important questions, like: Why is an abandoned spinach canning factory only shut down 20 years ago? Is eating canned spinach a legitimate superpower, or just a risky dietary choice? Why do so many random plot elements—including a busty realtor and a questionable abusive boyfriend—feel like they wandered into the wrong movie? And most importantly, can you really rip someone’s head off by their hair (spoiler: you can’t)?With plenty of laughs, genuine confusion, and a handful of surprisingly thoughtful critiques about lighting, acting, and practical effects, Nate and Jason guide you through all nine (or is it ten?) bodies in this bloody spinach-fest. Stick around for their favorite five-star and one-star audience reviews, some wild crossover movie ideas (Popeye vs. Pooh, anyone?), and their final verdicts—will this flick be the tree, the stump, or just trip over its own roots?If you’re ready for more tangents, brutal honesty, and a few gags about sausagey special effects, hit play on this week’s episode of Trees in Space!
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    27 分