Let Me Bend Your Ear Podcast

Hosted by Frank Goicuria

Discussion and reviews of movies new and old.

Episode 23 - Movies in Space Part 1 - First Man (2018)

February 20, 2019  /  Frank Goicuria

In this episode I review the Damien Chazelle film “ First Man” which tells the story of Neil Armstrong from his role as a test pilot , being chosen to take part in the Gemini program through his lunar flight as commander of Apollo 11 and his place in history.

This is part 1 of a 3 part series covering movies in space. Part 2 will discuss “ The Right Stuff” and Part 3 will cover “Apollo 13”

Episode 22 - Cigar City Mafia Part 2

February 10, 2019  /  Frank Goicuria

In this companion show to Episode 8 I interview a former long time resident of Ybor City and get her recollections of growing up in Ybor and her stories of the Mafia influence that was present but did not affect her in the way you may expect.

NOTE: I HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you listen to EPISODE 8 first so you know the background of the people that are referenced in this episode.

Episode 20 - Marcus Mariota vs Jameis Winston

January 13, 2019  /  Frank Goicuria

I bring back my guest from the first episode of the show Chad Casey of the Sports Car Unleashed Podcast.

Chad and I discuss the quarterbacks of our favorite NFL teams. Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston.

These two QB’s are very different but have faced many of the same challenges that have stunted their growth.

Titans super fan Chad breaks down the career of Marcus Mariota and I do the same for Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston.

Is Mariota injury prone ? Can Winston ever cut down on turnovers?

These questions and more are discussed plus we give our thoughts on if either QB will be the franchise quarterbacks they were drafted to be.

Episode 18 - Roma / Penny Marshall

December 29, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

My review of “ Roma” Directed by Alfonso Cuaron ( Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Gravity) and I discuss the late Penny Marshall.

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Episode 15 - Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)

November 15, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

My 4 1/2 Van Gogh review of the excellent Searching for Bobby Fischer written and directed by Steve Zaillian ( Schindler’s List , A Civil Action, The Night Of) Starring Joe Mantegna , Joan Allen, Ben Kingsley, Laurence Fishburne, Max Pomerac, David Paymer, Tony Shaulob, William H Macy and Laura Linney.

Episode 12 - Rom Com Corner - Failure to Launch (2006)

September 28, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

The return of Rom Com Corner. I review the 2006 film “Failure to Launch” with Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker. I also discuss the show’s you tube channel.

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Episode 11 - Something Old and Something New

September 06, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

I review "The Stranger" (1946) Directed by Orson Welles ( "Citizen Kane , "The Magnificent Ambersons") Starring Welles, Edward G. Robinson and Loretta Young. I also review "Unsane" (2018) Directed by Steven Soderbergh ("Oceans Eleven" , "Traffic") Starring Claire Foy, Amy Irving and Jay Pharoah. Both films are streaming now. "The Stranger" on Netflix and "Unsane" on Amazon Prime. 

 

I also comment on the passing of Burt Reynolds.  

Episode 10 - Polarization infects SCOTUS and Intelligence

August 20, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

The show hits Episode 10 !!! To mark the occasion I start my discussion on how polarization has infiltrated all areas of politics. On this show I speak about SCOTUS nominees Merrick Garland and Brett Kavanaugh and the invective each nominee received from the opposite party.

 

I also discuss President Trump revoking the security clearance of former CIA Director John Brennan and the possible long term consequences of this action.  

Episode 9 - New Oscar Category for Popular Film

August 12, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

In this episode I review the film "Christopher Robin" the live action version of the Winnie the Pooh story starring Ewan McGregor ("Trainspotting" , "Angels & Demons") and directed by Marc Forster ( "Finding Neverland", "Quantum of Solace").

I also discuss the new Oscar category " Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film" I push back against the backlash this news has received and explain why I believe this is actually a good idea in this day and age. 

I reach out to a listener in Oregon who has been a frequent visitor of www.LetMeBendYourEar.com with the hope they reach out to me so I can thank them for their loyalty to the show.

Episode 8 - Scott M. Deitche Author of " Cigar City Mafia"

August 04, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

This episode includes my interview with Scott M. Deitche author of 'Cigar City Mafia" . The discussion centers around the mob presence in Ybor City and Tampa , Florida. The Don of the Tampa Mafia was Santo Trafficante, Jr. ,we discuss his reign over Florida and intersection with such figures and events as Fidel Castro, the JFK assassination and Donnie Brasco. 

Episode 6 - The First Buccaneer - Lee Roy Selmon

July 15, 2018  /  Frank Goicuria

On the show today I will be discussing the career of the late Lee Roy Selmon, he was the first ever draft pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1976 when the expansion team selected him #1 overall. A dominant college player at the University of Oklahoma where he won 2 consecutive national championships, he continued his dominance in the NFL helping lead the Bucs from a 0-26 start to the NFC Championship game 2 years later. His greatness on the field was only surpassed by his humility, kindness and generosity of spirit off of it.