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The Fizz Popcast Radio show

The Fizz Popcast Radio show

By Bec Lynn

Formerly known as Pop& Fizz ( season 1) Where we chatted about movies we have never seen with fun and exciting guests. In season two we are back this time with a radio show based around quizzes and games, acting, short interviews, and general nonsense. We hope this new season fills that tiny gap in the podcast universe that you didn’t realise needed filling featuring: Bec (artist) and Hamish Downie (independent filmmaker)
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The Woman from B.E.Y.O.N.D, filmmaker and Beyond Bechdel host Contarah spills the beans on fav films

The Fizz Popcast Radio showJun 08, 2020

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Great Scots! Chris turns the tables on Bec! It's Part 3/3 with Chris Watt

Great Scots! Chris turns the tables on Bec! It's Part 3/3 with Chris Watt

It's Part 3 and they are 3 Sheets to the Wind! So, look forward to a fun time with our favourite Scottish Writer, Chris Watt and Bec, our favourite Floridian transplant! Find out why the Scots are sexy and why it's best to have a Scottish or Irish accent if you get into trouble (as far as Bec is concerned).

Join us, won't you?

Jul 23, 202235:01
Tired and Flirty and over 40: It's the Chris and Bec Show! (Part 2 Electric Boogaloo)

Tired and Flirty and over 40: It's the Chris and Bec Show! (Part 2 Electric Boogaloo)

Where else can you hear an in depth discussion on Star Trek, Tennessee Williams, and He-Man all in one episode? By the power of Greyskull... it's the Fizz Popcast Radio Show with Bec and guest co-host Chris Watt, writer of three upcoming feature length films!

Should Chris replace Hamish as co-host? Sound off on @fizzpopcast on twitter

Jun 26, 202241:07
Bennifer, Cuba, and Wine: A Chat with Chris Watt (Part 1) Feat. "Dear Anya" Monologue

Bennifer, Cuba, and Wine: A Chat with Chris Watt (Part 1) Feat. "Dear Anya" Monologue

Bec has a chat with Screenwriter, Scotsman and one of our most popular guests, the Chris Watt! They talk about everything from Ben Affleck to J-Lo to Cuba and Wine in this week's Part 1 of "A Chat with Chris Watt". Then, we have the glorious Chris Watt penned mystery monologue inspired by Hamish's childhood best friend Javard's answer to one of those "finish this sentence with the suggested words on your phone" type things. It turned out brilliant!

Hamish is absent this week due to having dinner plans with future guest (I hope) Paul Leeming.

Enjoy!

Jun 19, 202243:23
Florida Man: The Redux Electric Boogaloo Spoilerific Review! (Feat. a Richard Lee cameo)

Florida Man: The Redux Electric Boogaloo Spoilerific Review! (Feat. a Richard Lee cameo)

Florida Man: The Redux Electric Boogaloo Spoilerific Review! The Director of "Florida Man" got in touch with us, and asked us to do a more in depth review of his film, and here it is! It even contains a small cameo from Richard Lee, New Zealand author of "Scorched Earth". So, this is a spoiler filled episode about the folk film, "Florida Man", with a genuine Florida Woman here to do a review!

Jun 12, 202241:03
AFTER SHOW Who is Jezebel?

AFTER SHOW Who is Jezebel?

In the after show to our 'Florida Man' episode, we start chatting about the 1932 film JEZEBEL and take it from there.

Continue the conversation over on twitter and instagram @fizzpopcast

Jun 03, 202236:45
Florida Man

Florida Man

Bec and Hamish wax lyrical about Florida. Bec does a cafe monologue about Florida, and then we talk about the folk film, "Florida Man", and how it relates to "The Six Million Dollar Man" and more random chats. Come sit down and enjoy a mint julep with us.

May 30, 202240:46
Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? (feat. Chris Whyte)

Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? (feat. Chris Whyte)

We have a bumper episode for you this month, with Bec and Hamish having a chat about Tennesse Williams, Dolly Parton Box Cakes, Accents, and all manner of things. Then, Bec quizzes Hamish on Baby movies (can you guess faster than Hamish - I bet you can!)... and then, our main event, where we talk about Black & White films and "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?" the 1962 cult classic starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford with the multitalented Christopher Whyte. Enjoy!

May 01, 202201:12:13
Spike Green, Chris Watt play Password with Bec and Ham! (BONUS)

Spike Green, Chris Watt play Password with Bec and Ham! (BONUS)

Why yes, we have a bonus episode where we catch up with George aka Spike Green and Chris Watt and we play a game of Password, where we describe a movie in the worst possible way, and the others have to guess. Who wins? Listen and find out!

Apr 17, 202234:47
In the Mire with Chris Watt!

In the Mire with Chris Watt!

He's back, it's our friend, the amazing Chris Watt (who is one of our most popular guests - all of his episodes are in our top ten) talks about his upcoming film project "The Mire" and about life in general. And we even cast a geriatric 007... who do you think we'll cast? 

Apr 17, 202237:58
About a Place that Nobody Dared to Go... The Xanadu Episode
Apr 03, 202256:31
Meet N' Eat with Bec and Ham

Meet N' Eat with Bec and Ham

Bec and Hamish discuss the nearly silent, all in sign language without subtitles Ukrainian film "The Tribe", YouTube Channels we love, why Stars of the Silent Era remind Bec of Cake, and Bec coins a new phrase for people who aren't quite dating, but aren't quite not dating. It's all in today's episode.

Mar 13, 202232:50
We Love Adam Sandler! Part 2

We Love Adam Sandler! Part 2

The continuing conversation between Bec and Hamish on the oeuvre of the Nicest Guy in Hollywood, Adam Sandler. Sorry Michael York, it seems that you've been replaced for now! We try to talk about Adam, but as with last time, we went a bit off the rails. Still there's movie talk, and an old Hollywood scandal to discuss.

Let us know what you think via Anchor's voice recorder or @fizzpopcast on twitter

Feb 27, 202234:05
Adam Sandler is Our Valentine Part 1

Adam Sandler is Our Valentine Part 1

Bec has been watching the Adam Sandler oeuvre, and we wanted to talk about him as an underrated Romantic Leading Man (especially when paired with a certain descendant of John Barrymore you might have heard of... I think her name is Drew). So, sit back, relax and enjoy the episode, which as you've come to expect, goes off the rails pretty quickly. Thank you to all our listeners (we've now had over 1000 listens over the lifetime of the show, it's not much, but it's our patch of dirt, and we are very proud, so thank you!


Let us know your responses to our questions either recorded through Anchor, or on Twitter @fizzpopcast 

Feb 13, 202244:39
Full Metal Bacon

Full Metal Bacon

Whaaa?! A new episode already? Yes, that's right. Bec and I talk Kubrick, specifically "Full Metal Jacket", and "It Happened One Night", and there's a Hollywood scandal from the Olden Days... it's a fun, and surprisingly deep episode, and we hope you enjoy it!

Jan 30, 202253:60
An Officer And No Gentlemen

An Officer And No Gentlemen

It's a new season, a new year, and Hamish has a brand new microphone! This episode is just Ham and Bec, and we chat about the films we've been watching (An Officer and A Gentleman, Introducing Dorothy Dandridge) and talk about some Hot Goss from a bygone era! It's a BRAND NEW show! 

Jan 16, 202243:46
The Lost "There You Go" Episode (BONUS)

The Lost "There You Go" Episode (BONUS)

Did you ever wonder... what happened to that segment "There you go"? Well, we tried to bank the segments and record them all in one go, but Bec and I just got to talking and none of the segments (except for the first story) make any sense separately... so here they finally are, presented as one mega-episode! I hope you enjoy the two of use talking off the cuff, because it was fun for us, and you'll get a real sense of our friendship.

Have a happy new year! We'll be back for Season 3 in the new year!

Dec 29, 202143:30
It's Christmas with a (screenplay by) Chris (Watt) plus Bec'nHam's movie recommendations!

It's Christmas with a (screenplay by) Chris (Watt) plus Bec'nHam's movie recommendations!

Do you miss our old episodes from season one where we talk about movies? Well, Bec and I go back and recommend some movies that we are watching to each other... and, we've even swapped DVDs, so we can check them out! There's some great recommendations and good times. We promise.

PLUS!!! Chris Watt, who had two movies in production this year, wrote a fabulous monologue for Bec, and we get to share that with you in this episode. So, sit back, relax and enjoy part 2 of our Christmas 2021 special episodes.

Dec 23, 202121:47
The One with Pies, Mermaids and Music (feat. Thea Jane Riley)

The One with Pies, Mermaids and Music (feat. Thea Jane Riley)

Trance Muisc superstar and Film Composer Thea Jane Riley joins Hamish and Bec for her first interview with us, where we talk about cooking and music, then we do a Radio Play where we all play Mermaids. It's a ton of fun! Come take a listen!

Dec 22, 202151:13
And we're back! Film Pitch CHALLENGE with Spike Greene

And we're back! Film Pitch CHALLENGE with Spike Greene

After several months of absence we are finally posting the episode we recorded months ago with dear friend of the podcast Spike Greene of The Film Geek Collective! This time it is a timed high pressure film pitch challenge! This episode was edited by Hamish! So if you don't like how it is edited, let him know! Remember to check out our YouTube as well. Thanks for coming back to listen
Oct 30, 202131:39
Stupid stories from our hometown! With Lito Cruz ( EmceeLito on YouTube)

Stupid stories from our hometown! With Lito Cruz ( EmceeLito on YouTube)

In the second of our Excellent Lito Cruz episodes we all share some weird and/or wonderful? Hometown stories. Bec spills the tea on her hometown politicians, Hamish talks old timey highwaymen and Lito shares celebrity encounters in Canada. You'll definitely want to listen and to head over to our YouTube channel to hear and see the amazing improv challenge we had for Lito and our friends Chris and Scott
Aug 08, 202135:46
Wars? Trek? Rx? We play a new quiz with YouTube Streamer and friend Lito Cruz ( EmceeLito)

Wars? Trek? Rx? We play a new quiz with YouTube Streamer and friend Lito Cruz ( EmceeLito)

EmceeLito ( check him on the Youtube) Joins us for the nerdiest Quiz of all time where he and Hamish try to guess if the name is from Star Wars, Star Trek or is a Prescription drug! Part 2 with the weird hometown stories coming soon
Jul 30, 202127:28
Men of Boy: The plight of the perpetual philosopher. A radio play with guest Matt Lucas

Men of Boy: The plight of the perpetual philosopher. A radio play with guest Matt Lucas

Bec and Hamish sit down and talk a bit about radio plays, absurdism and writing ( because we have neglected to do so thus far). includes the full audio of Men of Boy . This episode dedicated to our departed colleague and perpetual philosopher friend, Paul M.
Jun 27, 202142:12
Not THAT Matt Lucas, but a funnier one ( we think)

Not THAT Matt Lucas, but a funnier one ( we think)

We are joined by Professor and far too hilarious ( that he should be a comedian) Matt Lucas, for an interview about growing up in rural Wales, the exotic climes of England and what a certain famous mouse is cooking. All to whet your appetite for our three part radio play featuring this master of linguistics himself. Afterwards we have a special guest quiz with James about movies that made people do something ( and wow are some of them surprising)! So grab a pen and paper, sit back and join in. Look for special video content on Youtube
Jun 05, 202127:02
Right the in the window- Quiz Time with Ski instructor and fire truck enthusiast JJ!

Right the in the window- Quiz Time with Ski instructor and fire truck enthusiast JJ!

Our friend, who wears so many hats she is chased by milliners, JJ joins us to quiz us on news stories and share life stories in this fun episode where you can play “ is that a double entendre I’ve never heard of before?”
May 23, 202126:45
The Best of the Worst with Spike Greene

The Best of the Worst with Spike Greene

From a recording we made back in November 2020 we sit down with Spike Greene and talk about the High & Low series movies, decide on our highly stylised gangs and act out a secret gang meeting. Warning: Cucumbers
Apr 26, 202140:57
A podcast by any other name would sound as sweet- The Fizz Popcast Radio Show

A podcast by any other name would sound as sweet- The Fizz Popcast Radio Show

We’ve rebranded and remade ourselves for 2021! In this our season 2 preview we take a look at names, Hamish takes a name quiz, we talk about one of the big names in showbiz and see what our names (should) hold in store for our careers. With new segments, look forward to a season of quizzes, games, more radio dramas, acting challenges from guests and.. possibly MORE
Mar 21, 202133:57
A Chris-mas Miracle Special with Chris Watt and Chris Whyte

A Chris-mas Miracle Special with Chris Watt and Chris Whyte

Chris Whyte ( photographer,writer,poet) and Chris Watt (writer, scriptwriter,filmmaker) lay down the rules ( all in good fun) of Christmas movies and give us their top pics for Christmas movies that are often left out of the regular holiday watch list. Featuring a radio play written by Hamish! (Warning! We recommend this episode for over 15 for suggestive themes and language)
Dec 20, 202001:21:08
It’s a Chris-mass miracle with Chris Rodriguez. How did Santa conquer the Martians?

It’s a Chris-mass miracle with Chris Rodriguez. How did Santa conquer the Martians?

A quintessential favourite Chris Rodriguez (USbased animator and improv actor) Is back again because we love him dearly with all our hearts. And this time he is back because my friends it is December 2020 and we gotta get ready for Christmas and for Christmas we got a whole mass of Chrises. In part one of our Chris-mass extravaganza Chris Rodriguez tells us about the very cult Christmas film Santa Claus conquers the Martians ( Which Hamish still thinks really isn’t a movie) even if you don't know who we are or who Chris is this will probably be the funniest thing you hear this holiday season. ( no guarantees because next week is also going to be completely hilarious) so if you have about an hour and a half to spare listen to this podcast you will not regret it and if you do regret it tell Hamish because honestly I spend all my time editing this and I really cannot be bothered to listen to complaints. Just kidding I love you all happy holidays you are the best and much love. Bec
Dec 12, 202001:25:51
Hamish and Spike do radio plays- special extra

Hamish and Spike do radio plays- special extra

Left to their own devices Hamish and Spike (aka George) make up their own original radio plays. These are also available to view on Hamish’s Youtube Channel
Dec 11, 202036:59
The All-stralian episode with Spike Green and Hamish

The All-stralian episode with Spike Green and Hamish

Hamish and Spike (The Film Geek Collective) chat about Aussie films and directors. From Priscilla to Woop-Woop, this episode is Strictly AUSTRALIA ( see what I did there?) Frankly I'm sad I (Bec) didn't join in this time. Fans of Australian film will want to tune in
Nov 29, 202054:59
Moist Stiletto Mayhem with Kimberly Tierney. Talking about the classic film, Mademoiselle

Moist Stiletto Mayhem with Kimberly Tierney. Talking about the classic film, Mademoiselle

Tokyo based actress Kimberly Tierney ( of NHK radio) wants you to watch Mademoiselle and honestly we can’t argue with that. We give this podcast 8 pairs of black stilettos out of a trunk, several gasps and multiple pops. We also talk opera, being the weird kid at school ( I guess we all were the weird kids) and we put on British accents ( Sorry in advance) to play swans in a radio play of Hamish’s own creation
Nov 16, 202001:08:07
The one about The One. Artist and improv actor Chris Rodriguez introduces us to a lot of Jet Li

The one about The One. Artist and improv actor Chris Rodriguez introduces us to a lot of Jet Li

We are joined again by another Chris! Rodriguez this time. And he is IN SHOCK that was have never seen The One(2001). We cannot blame him. So many Jet Li? How did we miss this.
Nov 01, 202001:20:14
Halloween Special drama- The Rise and Subsequent Fall of the Venerable Society of Tomato Growers

Halloween Special drama- The Rise and Subsequent Fall of the Venerable Society of Tomato Growers

Guest Spike Greene ( The Film Geek Collective) is back again in this special extra from our Halloween episode. Remember none of this has been rehearsed or even practised so all mistakes are real and genuine
Oct 25, 202017:14
Halloween Special with Spike Greene. We answer friend and fan questions!

Halloween Special with Spike Greene. We answer friend and fan questions!

Spike Greene of TheFilm Geek Collective is back again with Hamish and Bec to answer questions from friends and fans on twitter and Facebook all about Halloween, horror and things that go BUMP in the night. Join us for this extra long episode ( with quite a few tangents) and don’t forget to listen to the special radio drama
Oct 25, 202001:14:48
The tale of the Monkey Man. Bec reveals the unexplainable truth spanning more than 10 years

The tale of the Monkey Man. Bec reveals the unexplainable truth spanning more than 10 years

In this special extra join Bec as she descends Mount Wakakusa ( it is really a hill) in Nara telling the strange tale that shaped years of her life. A demon from a dream shared with a classmate from college and meeting the monster face to face. This story is exactly as it was remembered and none fabricated. The majority happened in dreams and the gaps filled in by the friend who unfortunately had to meet the creature nightly in person.
Oct 17, 202024:21
Bad movies, great musicals and terrible movie pitches with Bec and Hamis

Bad movies, great musicals and terrible movie pitches with Bec and Hamis

Bec( who had mic issues) and Hamish get together to talk about cheesy films, musicals with dark subplots and to throw around ideas for what would be a great horror film involving a unique alien invasion. Hilarity and silliness abound in this episode. Make sure to tune in for the follow up special story from the mountain
Oct 17, 202001:06:27
The Phantom of the Podcast - With Spike Greene All about Phantom of the Paradise

The Phantom of the Podcast - With Spike Greene All about Phantom of the Paradise

Spike Greene of The FilmGeek Collective joins us to talk about Winnipeg’s favourite? cult classic Phantom of the Paradise. Join us as we somehow connect this film with PSAs, drug ads, film festivals and more! Also as a special treat We have 2 radio plays including one original absurdist tale of intrigue and one of our Dark Side of the Fables. (warning for mild language, references to drugs and gore)
Oct 04, 202001:13:33
We didn’t go off the rails! Bec and Hamish accidentally end up talking about train films

We didn’t go off the rails! Bec and Hamish accidentally end up talking about train films

Episode 21 What happens when you talk about nothing? You end up talking about train films. Bec talks ‘Closely Observed Trains’ and Hamish introduces ‘The Station Agent’ We notice a theme among train films! We do a radio drama, we end by talking about colloquialisms! This podcast has it all *Due to the nature of the films discussed This one gets a warning for suggestive themes*
Sep 20, 202001:04:41
Did you call her Lashinda? Summer of DS9 part 2 with Hamish and Bec

Did you call her Lashinda? Summer of DS9 part 2 with Hamish and Bec

Summer is almost over and Hamish has finished DS9 season 1, so here are his thoughts on some of the episodes. We dive deep into some tropes and some of the social issues that season 1 addressed. Remember these are all our opinions based on watching the show, so if you disagree, that is perfectly fine! Live Long and Prosper!
Sep 06, 202054:38
Birthday Special for Bec! Bob Werley guest hosts to talk about Keanu Reeves and his films

Birthday Special for Bec! Bob Werley guest hosts to talk about Keanu Reeves and his films

Bec is demanding and insisted that there be a special episode for her birthday! We got Bob Werley on to cohost with Hamish so Bec is the guest. We talk about Bill& Ted (Woah/Whoa) and have a generally hilarious time talking birthdays, celebrations and of course... Keanu Reeves
Aug 23, 202001:11:09
Summer of DS9 special from the bunker! Hamish’s impressions of Star Trek Deep Space 9 season 1

Summer of DS9 special from the bunker! Hamish’s impressions of Star Trek Deep Space 9 season 1

Bec who has watched DS9 more than once and loves Doctor Bashir has convinced Hamish to watch the series. In this special summer episode we check in on his thoughts and opinions. Some spoilers if you’ve never watched and perhaps some controversial ideas and opinions? Who knows! Star Trek Fans, DS9 fans, fans of cultural parallels in tv and film will want to listen in.
Aug 16, 202054:43
Wes Chambers THE BONUS REEL

Wes Chambers THE BONUS REEL

All the bits that a normal person trying to avoid embarrassment would leave out are right here! Wes still sounds cool though, while Hamish and Bec fall flat on their faces! It is all in good fun. Attempts are film quotes, accents, scene work? All with writer, director, film maker Wes Chambers
Aug 02, 202026:44
Which Seduction are we talking about? A Neo Noir episode with film maker Wes Chambers

Which Seduction are we talking about? A Neo Noir episode with film maker Wes Chambers

Bec still isn’t sure what Neo Noir actually is, but that doesn’t stop her from trying to get all the details out of writer, director, movie maker Wesley Chambers (or Wes as he says) Who virtually stops by ( via London) to talk about The Last Seduction. Come back for more extras after the show
Aug 02, 202051:22
ep15? ElánRie- talks Takarazuka, Noh, and HIgh School Community theatre ( without looking down)

ep15? ElánRie- talks Takarazuka, Noh, and HIgh School Community theatre ( without looking down)

Stage and Voice actress Elán Rie is back again! This time to talk about the famous Takarazuka Theatre group, Noh, Kabuki and her own experiences doing theatre as a teenager ( A cursed production of Grease!) If you are interested in theatre, this is the episode for you! Seriously! It is!
Jul 20, 202053:58
A town that doesn’t exist- stage and voice actress Elán Rie

A town that doesn’t exist- stage and voice actress Elán Rie

Stage and voice actress Elán Rie joins Bec and Hamish to talk about growing up in a town that doesn’t exist and the unique challenges it brought for a “very dramatic child” to find creative opportunities. Beware of goats in a state of flux Part one of a two part interview.
Jul 12, 202037:41
Chris Rodriguez... the maximum after show

Chris Rodriguez... the maximum after show

If you’ve listened to the main episode with Chris Rodriguez, you’ll want to hear this! For the first time Bec is giving the improv challenge. How will it go? What will happen? keep listening for strange karaoke anecdotes and all around silliness
Jun 28, 202023:33
“1 star? Nonsense. This is the perfect movie.” Chris Rodriguez takes us on the Maximum Overdrive

“1 star? Nonsense. This is the perfect movie.” Chris Rodriguez takes us on the Maximum Overdrive

Guy who can and literally does EVERYTHING, Chris Rodriguez joins Bec and Hamish for what could be called the ‘Estevez Hour’ A fantastic discussion of how a not-so-great movie can be the basis of great memories. Chris is the host of the new podcast “Let Me Draw That” available across all platforms.
Jun 28, 202001:01:14
Do you dream of a pool of Jelly? - The Super Crossover with Talking With Our Mouths Full!

Do you dream of a pool of Jelly? - The Super Crossover with Talking With Our Mouths Full!

Michael Chan and Nightingale Nguyen of the fantastic Podcast ‘Talking With Out Mouths Full’ join Bec and Hamish for part 2 of the most ambitious crossover since the breakfast burrito. We talk food, we talk movies, we talk food movies! Its long,its tasty, but it isn’t something you can eat! It is our podcast!
Jun 16, 202001:22:34
The Woman from B.E.Y.O.N.D, filmmaker and Beyond Bechdel host Contarah spills the beans on fav films

The Woman from B.E.Y.O.N.D, filmmaker and Beyond Bechdel host Contarah spills the beans on fav films

We didn’t need to use any special spy techniques to get Filmmaker and Beyond Bechdel podcast host Contrarah to join us to talk film-making, writing, and casting woes, getting out of your comfort zone and movies fans might be surprised are among her favourites.
Jun 08, 202001:03:32
The 6000 DVD man- Logan’s Run and Classic cult Sci- Fi with movie trivia maestro James Culbertson

The 6000 DVD man- Logan’s Run and Classic cult Sci- Fi with movie trivia maestro James Culbertson

friend of ours, and soon-to-be yours James Culbertson talks classic sci-fi from the 60s 70s and 80s. With in-depth fun trivia about Logan’s Run ( finally!) and theories why some sci-fi remakes pop and others just fizz while some seem to be damned to production hell, in another special thematic long episode!
May 23, 202001:09:25