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Do You Even Binge?

Do You Even Binge?

By: FELIPE ESPARZA
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Comedian Felipe Esparza and his wife, Lesa, talk about binge-watching movies and TV shows - new and old.Copyright FELIPES WORLD INC Art Relationships Social Sciences
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  • Tough Guy Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 44

    Tough Guy Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 44
    Apr 4 2026
    Tough Guy Movies - Do You Even Binge? Ep 44

    The Cinema of the One-Man Army. This week, we’re loading up on the heavy hitters of the 70s, 80s, and 90s—the guys who didn't just solve problems, they kicked them through plate glass windows. We’re breaking down the legends of the "tough guy" genre, from the meme-worthy martial arts of Chuck Norris to the grim vigilante justice of Charles Bronson and the whisper-quiet intensity of Clint Eastwood.

    The Legends & The Lore From Chuck Norris’s transition from a world-class martial artist to a literal internet god, to Charles Bronson’s real-life history as a WWII gunner turned coal miner, we look at what actually makes a "tough guy" on screen. We dive into the massive cultural shift around these icons, including the 2004 Conan "Walker Texas Ranger" lever and the "Chuck Norris facts" that redefined a career.

    The Vigilante Era We break down the films that turned the "mild-mannered citizen" into a lethal weapon. We discuss how Death Wish (1974) reflected the real-world anxieties of 1970s New York, the iconic "Do I feel lucky?" interrogation in Dirty Harry (1971), and how John Carpenter’s Escape from NY (1981) turned the entire island of Manhattan into a lawless jungle.

    Join us as we discuss:

    The Chuck Norris Paradox: How a legendary martial arts career turned into a meme empire, and the complicated legacy he left behind.

    The "Bronson" Identity: Why Charles Bronson’s Death Wish character was named after an extra on set and the real-life vigilantes the film allegedly inspired.

    Snake’s Shadow: How Kurt Russell used a mix of Clint Eastwood and Darth Vader to kill his Disney image and become Snake Plissken.

    Seagal vs. Reality: The story behind the Gene LeBell choking incident and why Steven Seagal insisted on wearing a souvenir dragon shirt from his vacation on camera.

    The NYC Prison Logic: We ask the real questions—where did the actual residents of Manhattan go, and does the prison have a uniform policy?

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com

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    Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian
    Lesa – @LesainLA

    Executive Prodcuers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza
    Producer: Rommel Suniga
    Music: Isaak Wintringham

    Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Better Off Dead & One Crazy Summer - Do You Even Binge? Ep 43

    Better Off Dead & One Crazy Summer - Do You Even Binge? Ep 43
    Mar 28 2026
    Better Off Dead & One Crazy Summer - Do You Even Binge? Ep 43

    The "Cinema of Steve Holland. This week, we’re diving into the mid-80s cult classics that defined a generation of weirdos. We’re breaking down the two "most famous" films from director Savage Steve Holland: the surrealist high school heartbreak of Better Off Dead (1985) and the Nantucket maritime madness of One Crazy Summer (1986).

    Better Off Dead (1985) The film that gave us the relentless paperboy and the "street value" of a mountain. We discuss how this mostly autobiographical story led to a massive rift between Holland and John Cusack, why Cusack famously walked out of the screening after just 20 minutes, and the legendary Howard Cosell-impersonating drag racers. Plus, we look at how a $2 debt became one of the greatest recurring jokes in cinema history.

    One Crazy Summer (1986) Hoops McCann and the quest to save a house on Nantucket. We dive into the classic 80s "rich douchebag" formula, the addition of a young Demi Moore, and Bobcat Goldthwait’s iconic scene stuck inside a Godzilla costume. We also explore why this is a personal favorite and how the "montage" technique was perfected in this era of filmmaking.

    Join us as we discuss:

    The Animation Origin: How Savage Steve Holland went from animating the "Whammy" on Press Your Luck to directing John Cusack.

    The Cusack Cold War: The awkward atmosphere on the set of One Crazy Summer after Cusack told Holland he’d never trust him as a director again.

    The $2 Serial Killer: The story behind the kid who auditioned for the paperboy like a cold-blooded assassin.

    Character Crossovers: Why stars from the TV movie Summer Girl kept popping up in Holland’s cinematic universe.

    The "Double Down" Formula: From skiing the K12 to the final boat race, why these movies always end with a high stakes competition.

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com

    Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version.

    Follow us on IG

    Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian
    Lesa – @LesainLA

    Executive Prodcuers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza
    Producer: Rommel Suniga
    Music: Isaak Wintringham

    Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Do The Right Thing & Reservoir Dogs - Do You Even Binge? Ep 42

    Do The Right Thing & Reservoir Dogs - Do You Even Binge? Ep 42
    Mar 21 2026
    Do The Right Thing & Reservoir Dogs - Do You Even Binge? Ep 42

    Week 8 of our Indie Movie Explosion series takes us to the 1990s and the streets of Brooklyn. This week, we’re breaking down two films that redefined "cool" and "confrontational" in cinema: The sweltering, social tinderbox of Do the Right Thing (1989) and the blood soaked heist gone wrong of Reservoir Dogs (1992).

    Do the Right Thing (1989) Spike Lee’s masterpiece about the hottest day of the year. We break down the real-life Brooklyn tragedy that inspired the film, the iconic opening dance sequence that left Rosie Perez in tears, and the "Love/Hate" speech that remains one of the most powerful homages to Night of the Hunter. We also discuss the controversial critical reception at the time and why Kim Basinger went off-script at the 1990 Oscars to demand this film get the respect it deserved.

    Reservoir Dogs (1992) The film that proved Quentin Tarantino was the ultimate "thief" of cinema. We dive into how a $30,000 "friends and family" project turned into a $1.5 million Sundance sensation thanks to Harvey Keitel, and why Tarantino partially funded the shoot with his earnings as a Golden Girls Elvis impersonator. Plus, we look at the "Stuck in the Middle with You" torture scene that almost got cut by Harvey Weinstein, and the heartbreaking reason we’ll never see the "Double V Vega" prequel following the passing of Michael Madsen in 2025.

    Join us as we discuss:

    Radio Raheem’s Legacy:

    Why the 240 "f-bombs" and the 8-hour opening shoot were essential to Spike Lee’s vision.

    The "Rat" Foreshadowing: Why Mr. Orange’s tipping habits at the diner were a dead giveaway.

    The Wardrobe Hustle: How a low budget meant Chris Penn wore his own track jacket and Steve Buscemi wore his own jeans.

    The Woods/Tarantino Beef: The agent who got fired for turning down five different offers without telling James Woods.

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com

    Subscribe to Do You Even Binge? on YouTube to catch all the clips we reference in our video version.

    Follow us on IG

    Felipe – @FelipeEsparzaComedian
    Lesa – @LesainLA

    Executive Prodcuers: Felipe Esparza & Lesa Esparza
    Producer: Rommel Suniga
    Music: Isaak Wintringham

    Stream “Do You Even Binge” everywhere: Spreaker | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

    Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.
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    55 mins
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