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A Blockbuster Year: 1985

Brandon Mindel

Booking Overview

This is a weekly film-history discussion show focused on 1985 movies, typically featuring film podcasters, historians, entertainment-industry insiders, and highly knowledgeable collectors or superfans as external guests. Agencies could credibly pitch filmmakers, cast or crew members, film historians, entertainment journalists, preservationists, and niche film commentators with a direct connection to the featured movie; booking difficulty is likely low.

Metrics

Episodes: 55

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

latenightplayset@gmail.com

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Host

Brandon Mindel - Film historian and co-host specializing in the production, release, and lasting influence of 1985 films.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Guests generally have recognized expertise in film history, movie podcasting, entertainment commentary, production, or preservation, with especially strong fit for people who have a direct connection to the featured film or a distinctive subject-matter perspective.
Required Achievements:  
Hosting or producing an established film or pop-culture show, Professional work with a film studio or production team, Authoring film-related books, Preserving or restoring a notable film location or artifact

Recent Guest Discussions

Jay Glatfelter - Witness, Harrison Ford, And The Film’s Place In 1985 Cinema.

Ryan Doell - The Black Cauldron, Disney Animation, Studio Management Changes, And Early Computer-generated Imagery.

Abigail Gardner - The Black Cauldron, Disney Animation, Studio Management Changes, And Early Computer-generated Imagery.

Behman Zakeri - The Goonies, Restoration Of The Goonies House, And Preserving The Film’s 1985 Setting For Fans.

Mark Marshall - The Goonies Production, Filming Locations, Steven Spielberg, Amblin Entertainment, And Behind-the-scenes Experiences.

Recent Topics

Film, Film History, 1980s Film, Film Production, Film Preservation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Episode 55 - "Lifeforce" with Paper And Light - A Blockbuster Year: 1985 🎬

October 16, 2026

Naked... Vampires... In... Space.... is what should have been on the poster for Tobe Hooper's sci-fi horror classic "Lifeforce" Join Brandon, J Ryan and their returning guest Jonathan from ‪@Paper_and_Light‬ to talk about nude vampires, academy award winning special effects artists and Patrick Stewart's first on screen kiss!1985 Making of LIFEFORCE:   • The Making of LIFEFORCE  New Episodes Thursdays 6pmThoughts about the movie?Comments about the show?Suggestions for future films? Drop them b...

Episode 54 - "Tampopo" with Kyle Watts - A Blockbuster Year: 1985 🎬

October 10, 2026

Back to back International films! Last week Brandon and J Ryan were in Hong Kong covering Jackie Chan in Police Story, and this week we are in Japan making ramen with ‪@KyleWattsTV‬ covering "Tampopo" This film is one of the most famous food movies of all time and has the ability to make you so hungry for food, and so disgusted by food (unless you're into that sort of thing) and we are going to discuss all of it! Warning: do not eat eggs while watching this filmABY: 1985 Thursda...

Episode 53 - "Jackie Chan in Police Story" with Video Party AKA Uncle Jordo - ABY:1985 🎬

October 04, 2026

Brandon and J Ryan are joined by Uncle Jordo from Video Party right here is Vancouver ,and we are smashing glass, riding (on the outside of) busses and flipping bad guys down escalators as we talk about one of the greatest action movies of all time... Jackie Chan's Police StoryPolice Story kicked off the second chapter of Jackie Chan's film career after an unsuccessful move to Hollywood. He was inspired to make a police movie his way and it lead to a 6 film Police Story series and muc...

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How do I get in touch with A Blockbuster Year: 1985?

A Blockbuster Year: 1985 is hosted by Brandon Mindel. Its publicly listed email is latenightplayset@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for A Blockbuster Year: 1985?

The publicly listed email for A Blockbuster Year: 1985: latenightplayset@gmail.com.

How many listeners does A Blockbuster Year: 1985 have?

Podseeker estimates A Blockbuster Year: 1985 reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for A Blockbuster Year: 1985?

A Blockbuster Year: 1985 typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Guests generally have recognized expertise in film history, movie podcasting, entertainment commentary, production, or preservation, with especially strong fit for people who have a direct connection to the featured film or a distinctive subject-matter perspective. Common among recent guests: Hosting or producing an established film or pop-culture show; Professional work with a film studio or production team; Authoring film-related books. Recent guests include Jay Glatfelter, Ryan Doell, and Abigail Gardner.

How hard is it to get booked on A Blockbuster Year: 1985?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does A Blockbuster Year: 1985 cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Film History, 1980s Film, Film Production, and Film Preservation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

latenightplayset@gmail.com

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