With the world on lockdown MiC gives his perespective on working in the abandoned NYC, the epicenter of the epicenter ground zero of Covid19.  We also get into some of the best combat sports films ever made.  Stay safe y’all! @MiCRipZ @HelloKeen#Coronavirus #Covid19 #NYC #Film #Novels #Comics #Boxing #Quarantine #Lockdown #CombatSportsFilms https://micripz.bandcamp.com/album/dug-out-the-dirt-iihttps://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98https://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/181914060346/heel-turn

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 82: Quarantine inc.

On this episode we look into the art of dialogue.  The best writers of dialogue, the best medium’s for dialogue, and the top 10 films with the best dialogue of all time.  Later on, MiC gives his thoughts on the rematch between Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder, and the future of the heavyweight division. @MiCRipZ @HelloKeen#Dialogue #WatchMojo #WilderFury2 #Film #Novels #Comics #Boxinghttps://micripz.bandcamp.com/album/dug-out-the-dirt-iihttps://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98https://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/181914060346/heel-turn

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 81: "What's that he said?"

What is behind the hype of all the cultural events that dictate our society & culture?  Such as the Super Bowl or the Oscars?  Do as any of it really mean anything?

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 80: HYPe!

These elitists are not elite.  There a few examples we go over including Don Lemon and Rick Wilson's segment that went viral, as well as Stephen King's most recent Washington Post piece. @MiCRipZ @HelloKeen#DonLemon #StephenKing #CorporatePresshttps://micripz.bandcamp.com/album/mint-condition-special-editionhttps://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98https://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/179940175326/pull-it-off-short-story-by-michael-ripollone

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 79: Elitists are not elite

ThaRANTulas Burn Hollywood Burn!God bless Ricky Gervais!  The Golden Globes acceptance speeches were something to behold.  Especially after the host tells the whole room to “FUCK OFF!”  Have you broken your NY resolution yet?  MiC has.@MiCRipZ @HelloKeenhttps://micripz.bandcamp.com/album/dug-out-the-dirt-iihttps://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98https://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/179940175326/pull-it-off-short-story-by-michael-ripollone

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 78: Burn Hollywood Burn!

After watching “Dolemite is my name!” RipZ goes into a deep dive on 1 of his favorite film genres, “Blaxploitation” We examine the history, & how he first got into the films at a very young age.@MiCRipZ#Dolemite #Blaxploitation #DolemiteIsMyName #Film #Movies #Cinema #CultClassic #VHS #DVDMiCRipZ.bandcamp.comhttps://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/186755030456/under-scenter-short-story-by-michael-ripollonehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0143YGU98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_gGp.DbDK644HR

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Deep Dive: Blaxploitation

What kind of asshole still likes "Fight Club"?  A new HP Lovecraft inspired film is coming soon, and we're all ready for it!

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 75: Who still likes "Fight Club"?

It’s a Triple Threat Match!!!  Marty vs MCU vs Joker!  MiC also breaks down his experience at The Original Misfits show at MSG.https://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/181914060346/heel-turnhttps://micripz.bandcamp.com/album/mint-condition-special-editionhttps://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 74: Marty vs MCU vs Joker!

When is does ghost writing work?  In what genres is it acceptable, & when it’s discovered when is it unforgivable?  Let’s also discuss the film Hustlers

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 73: Ghost writing & the film Hustlers

WWWWeeee’rrreeeee back!  The triumphant return after an extremely extended hiatus, we get into the worst tattoos we’ve ever seen.  As well as break down Iggy Pop’s newest LP Free.  OOHHH YYEEEAAAA!

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Ep 72: The Triumphant Return

How does a “SuperHero” turn to an “AntiHero”?  Lars von Trier’s controversial new film The House That Jack Built is a must watch!

Episode 71: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

A 2018 recap live from Critical Beatdown WXCI 91.7 FM with DJ Enigma.WXCI.org http://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/https://micripz.bandcamp.com/https://www.amazon.com/Highwayman-Issue-Road-Less-Traveled-ebook/dp/B0143YGU98

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Bonus Episode with DJ Enigma from WXCI FM

Mic’s not taking the Oscar Bait anymore!  Let’s bring it back to the pulps with Roger Torrey’s one and only novel 42 Days For Murder.

Episode 70: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

We’re entering the Holiday Season face first on a toboggan!  With the third installment on the horizon let’s take a look at True Detective Season 1.  As well as Donald Goines novel Whoreson.

Episode 69: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

RIP Stan Lee!  WE look back on the legendary career of Stan Lee.

Episode 68: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

Let’s figure out what the fallout from the midterms really is?  Chuck Palahniuk’s novel-anthology Haunted is one of his best works.  It of course includes his infamous story Guts.  We also discuss the highly regarded film Mandy.  Check out my short story “Pull it Off?” here:http://micripz-blog.tumblr.com/post/179940175326/pull-it-off-short-story-by-michael-ripollone

Episode 67: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

Got a chance to chop it up with Brenton and Aaron Vaughn from Union Rail, from everything to Punk Rock to tattooing to their upcoming show on November 14th at Darryl’s House in Pawling NY.  Info is below. https://www.ticketweb.com/event/union-rail-plus-kyle-trocolla-daryls-house-tickets/8791165?pl=daryl

MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas Bonus Episode With Union Rail

Pretty scary times out there, and not just cause it’s Halloween.  On that note let’s get into one of many HP Lovecraft masterworks The Case OF Charles Dexter Ward, as well as The Misfits legendary Static Age!

Episode 66: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

Episode 65: MiC RipZ ThaRANTulas

Mic gives his thoughts on the Batawang controversy as well as UN week in NYC.  Let’s talk about Spiderman the Animated series Alien Costume episodes, as well as Conway’s newest tape Everybody is F.O.O.D.

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