The Strange Harbors Podcast

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Welcome to The Strange Harbors Podcast. Hosted by Derek Wong, Jeff Zhang, and Amir Touray, The Strange Harbors Podcast is a weekly discussion of all things pop culture, with an emphasis on film and television. Join us every week as we dive deep into big blockbusters, indie favorites, and under-seen hidden gems.

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Recent Reviews
  • JakeNBake83
    Annual Countdown
    Great episode as usual counting down top tens. Movies I’ve never heard of that I will for sure check out (Life After Fighting, Caught By the Tides, Red Rooms, Cloud, Hard Truths, La Chimera). Well worth the hour and a half listen!
  • mochie70
    Enjoyable podcast
    Just found this today and have listened to several episodes. Great commentary and observations. Only complaint - choppy editing. It seems that pauses are removed and then cut together too closely.
  • Knightr3ss
    I love this podcast
    As a neophyte film enjoyer, a friend of mine recommended this podcast to me and I couldn’t be happier. Great reviews of major blockbusters and smaller movies I’ve never heard of alike. Jeff, Derek, and Amir have really broadened my horizons when it comes to watching new things, and I find their analysis to be insightful. Loved the Nosferatu episode, even if they didn’t love the movie. Great stuff!
  • Jerrbear672
    Great Film Podcast
    Sharp talks about movies. Appointment listen for me on my way to work every week.
  • LMart1988
    Always a pleasure
    Always great to hear the best movies episode every year! Most varied opinions yet, such great discussion and rundown of 2024 favorites!
  • Gangly12
    Nosferatu
    Tired of everyone glazing this movie! Finally a refreshing (and correct) opinion on this “heatless” horror movie. Well done, guys! I’m off to watch Coppola’s Dracula!
  • Nick_Brackett
    Bad Boys Ride or Die
    Love when the boys talk action movies! Great episode!
  • Peter Joe32
    No Nonsense
    Love these guys. No nonsense, no distractions, just articulate film lovers talking about movies.
  • SMANZ1321
    Hit Man Ep
    Everything about this episode is *chef’s kiss*. From the discussion of what makes a movie star, getting into the film’s darker nature, and everything Glen Powell. Great discussion of a great movie
  • jimmyf12
    Updating my review
    I’ve been following this pod from the beginning and have been listening for almost 5 years now. Moving on from Watchmen and adding Amir into the mix, I’ve witnessed this pod evolve and grow. The conversations are more fluid, the sound quality has improved immensely, and the discussions are deeper than ever. It’s a joy to see and I’m happy to have been a listener from the beginning. My go-to Watchmen pod is now my go-to movie pod.
  • JasonPitre
    Best films of the year episode is always a joy
    It's my most anticipated podcast episode every year. Keep it up, guys!
  • CharlesThrower
    Challengers
    Glad you all recognized Challengers as the best Luca Guadagnino movie
  • ashley@22
    More horror double features!
    Great reviews of Immaculate and First Omen with different POVs. Very much appreciated this episode!
  • J05933
    Keep up the great work!
    The Dune Part Two episode was so good, enjoyed the in-depth discussion of both the book and the movie.
  • Ryan14prO
    My Go-To Film Pod
    Always listen to these guys on new movies coming out. Never disappoints.
  • Nubian Lyaness
    Beau is Afraid
    Randomly found this pod searching for Beau is Afraid analysis and had to come by and say this is by far the best discussion on the movie I’ve heard. Not cynical. Very enlightening.
  • wshum
    Engaging and informative
    Covers a wide range of genres and they’re knowledgeable about a variety of cinema! Cannot recommend enough!
  • Caduce07
    Fantastic chemistry
    Easily some of the most natural chemistry and rapport among the hosts for a movie podcast. Love listening to these guys talk film!
  • David.P.
    Favorite movie pod
    Deep discussions of movies with a good diversity of opinion, love this!
  • City Football FAN
    Keep up the great work!
    Consistently interesting discussions on a variety of movies and shows. I listen every week.
  • DavidXfan
    Bring Ashley Back
    The Barbie episode was so fun! Bring Ashley back as a guest again!
  • haryson465
    Great show!
    Too many episodes messing around for 30-40 minutes before getting to the main topic, these fellas get into it right away. All killer no filler.
  • Cielo Cremin
    Totally agree.
    Spielberg is the Greatest. Delightful episode on one of the year's best films.
  • Jonathan King55
    Best Movie of the Year
    You've only done it twice, but I always look forward to your year-end lists. Some of my favourite shows
  • Eleonore Hilpert
    That's right! Creed!
    Creed is one of the best sequels in the legacy series. I gave it 5 stars simply because you said it caused you to cry (killer episode as well). I sobbed uncontrollably.
  • Samanta Prohaska11
    Discussions that Engage
    I find that there are a lot of podcasts about films that regurgitate consensus opinions. In this one, Amir, Jeff, and Derek provide us with some thoughtful and engaging dialogue, especially when they disagree with each other. This is one of the best film podcasts I have heard
  • harperscapist
    Go-To Pod
    My go to podcast for my commute. Fun film fellas, easy to listen to, they know their stuff.
  • ggbeans88
    Asian Perspective on EEAAO
    Found these guys through Twitter and I loved the episode on Everything Everywhere All at Once. You can count me in as a new fan and a new sub.
  • Fun Film Podcast
    CinemonCinephile
    Easy listen with great rapport and hosts who are intelligent. What else do you want?
  • JayWay7
    Need More Episodes
    My daily commute listen for over 3 months and now I’m out of daily episodes! Need more from these guys. Knowledgable and funny film folk.
  • SlackerInc
    Sophomoric
    Ironically, I originally discovered this podcast because of the thoughtful writing I found on Jeff's blog. But in audio form, he mostly drags the discourse down to schoolboy sniggering and talking smack, while the other two hosts seem more like they would keep it reasonably elevated (but still loose and fun) if it were left to them. The last straw was Jeff not being able to contain himself with how "hilarious" he found it that Will Smith gave Chris Rock "five across the eyes" at the Oscars. Dude, grow up! Also not that cool to shrug it off because they are both the same race so "that's between them". What?!? That is an incredibly retrograde attitude.
  • Patty Cakes 927
    Great movie and TV based podcast.
    These gentlemen are great! I love the dynamic between them. The banter is funny and it feels like I’m just in a room having a discussion with friends. I love the length of their podcast as well. I find that 45 mins to 1 hour to be that sweet spot of just enough information without over staying your welcome.
  • ShifterZerus
    Excellent, Balanced Movie Podcast
    Came here to listen to the episode on M. Night Shyamalan's OLD. I loved the film and think it's one of Shyamalan's best films, but obviously none of the hosts here agree. BUT! Unlike many other film podcasts, these guys are unsanctimonious and don't try to beat you over the head with their opinions. All of their critiques were fair. Even Jeff, who really disliked the film, had great things to say about it and the director. Refreshing to see. Keep up the great work, guys!
  • Abel Marsh.aa
    the only movie podcast I listen to
    good quality discussions on current movies and sometimes on older gems. hosts have good chemistry.
  • EZEZ1995
    Great Film Podcast
    Essential podcast for movie fans!
  • Slifer2289
    Fantastic Television Review Podcast
    Found these guys during their review of Devs & now as they are going into Hannibal! Love their insight into pop culture & their different takes on each episode! Highly Recommended.
  • 2D luver
    Love This!!!
    I’m loving this podcast! It’s super informative and well researched. This objective viewpoint is welcomed. Thanks.
  • konita554
    Amazing Podcast
    Can these two dudes cover every TV show I watch please?
  • DCsupes12
    Killing It
    Jeff and Derek kill it every episode.
  • jonsthird
    Unbelievably Good
    The only thing I listen to after the show.
  • BRDSR
    Listen to this podcast after every episode
    I’ve never read the comic, and this podcast is perfect. The prologue episodes are great to get caught up for a newbie, and the episode analyses are deep and thoughtful. This is a show about race, and Jeff and Derek approach the delicate subject matter with grace and respect. Must listen! Do not miss out!
  • WhoWatchesIDo
    Watchmen and Lindelof Fans, Listen to This
    The most comprehensive Watchmen podcast out there.
  • wwsfe
    Simply the Best
    Can’t recommend enough. Perfect to listen to along with the Official Podcast
  • AlanMooreFan35
    The Best Watchmen Podcast
    Listening every week. Fantastic
  • StarrBizkits
    Prologues? Thank you!
    Thank you kindly for the prologues. As someone new to Watchmen, I’ve tried to get my hands (and eyes and ears) on everything Watchmen in order to gain a better understanding of the TV show.
  • Mudarling
    Must Listen
    I’m a big fan of Lindelof, the Leftovers really helped me get out of an extremely dark time, depression and death go hand in hand. I really enjoy both Jeff and Derek’s take on the series, it feels like I’m talking over the dinner table with my friends. Keep it up, I’ll be listening.
  • Roman Prokopchuk
    Great Show If You Love Watchmen
    Great show, awesome hosts. If you like the Watchmen this is the show for you.
  • The QE Guys
    Great show
    Very intriguing show!!! Would highly recommend!
  • Tangel21
    Watchmen fan
    Huge watchmen fan, have been super pumped since I heard about the release. Never felt like the movie got the respect it deserved, extremely psyched for this podcast.
  • WatchmenFan
    A Must-Listen for Fans of the Show
    The most in-depth podcast about the HBO show Watchmen. Jeff and Derek go over theories, analysis, real world parallels, and even the official supplemental material. Don’t skip out on this!
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