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Welcome to "The Cover," where three Hoosier friends delve into the world of books and movies with a blend of insight and a touch of humor.
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Glengarry Glen Ross - Al Pacino, Jack Lemmon, Alec Baldwin - 118 (opens the original)
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We’re covering Glengarry Glen Ross , the brutally funny, endlessly quotable pressure cooker of desperate salesmen, bad leads, bruised egos, and one heck of a motivational speech. We get into Alec Baldwin’s legendary seven minutes, Jack Lemmon fighting for his life, Al Pacino operating at maximum Pacino, and why a movie about a bunch of guys selling real estate somehow feels like a psychological war film. Put. That. Coffee. Down. Coffee’s for listeners only.
Cinderella Man - Russell Crowe, Paul Giamatti, Renee Zellweger (opens the original)
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This week, we step into the ring with Cinderella Man (2005), the inspiring true-story drama starring Russell Crowe as heavyweight boxer James J. Braddock. Set against the hardship of the Great Depression, Braddock goes from struggling to provide for his family to getting an unexpected second shot at boxing glory. We break down the performances, the brutal fight scenes, Ron Howard’s direction, and the real-life story behind one of boxing’s greatest comebacks. Is Cinderella Man an overlooked sport
Friday Night Lights - Billy Bob Thornton - 116 (opens the original)
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This week on The Cover , we’re heading back to West Texas to break down Friday Night Lights — the 2004 football drama where the pressure under the stadium lights stretches far beyond the scoreboard. We dig into the Permian Panthers’ unforgettable season, the film’s raw portrayal of small-town football culture, and the players carrying the expectations of an entire community. From Boobie Miles and the devastating injury that changes everything to Coach Gaines’ iconic halftime speech, we talk abou
The Splendid and the Vile - Erik Larson - 115 (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Cover , we dive into Erik Larson’s The Splendid and the Vile , a gripping account of Winston Churchill’s first year as Britain’s prime minister during the darkest days of World War II. Through intimate details, personal stories, and the relentless terror of the Blitz, Larson reveals not just the famous wartime leader, but the family, friends, advisers, and ordinary people surrounding him. We explore how courage, leadership, humor, and resilience helped Britain endure a yea
Pursuit of Happyness - Will Smith, Jaden Smith - 114 (opens the original)
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In this episode of The Cover , we dive into The Pursuit of Happyness , the inspiring true story of Chris Gardner and his fight to build a better life for himself and his son. We talk about the film’s biggest moments, the struggles Chris faces, and what the story teaches us about perseverance, sacrifice, fatherhood, and refusing to give up when everything seems stacked against you. Join us as we break down why The Pursuit of Happyness continues to inspire audiences and what it really means to kee
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