Bondcast

By: James Harrison Zach Syme
  • Summary

  • Hosts Zach and James delve into the James Bond film and literary universe, one subject at a time. Throughout Bondcast we’ll examine all sides of 007, framing them in their changing cultural, historical, and political contexts. We’ll mine the source material for both the obvious and the obscure, and as we learn more about Bond, our hope is that we’ll also learn more about the world he inhabits. Tune in for film trivia tidbits, historical context, cultural hot-takes, and bad accents.
    James Harrison, Zach Syme
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Episodes
  • Episode 007: All the usual refinements
    Nov 17 2024

    It's a pen, but it's also a grenade. It's a watch, but it has a laser. James Bond's always seems to have just the right gadget for the job.

    In this episode, Zach and James discuss the role gadgets play in actual spycraft, the weird and wonderful inventions of Q branch, and the opportunities these gadgets provide, both in terms of product placements, and creating thrilling in-the-know moments for the audiences. Make sure your chair isn't also an ejector seat, sit back, and enjoy.

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    56 mins
  • Episode 006: Licence to...Drive?
    Oct 26 2024

    The 007 films contain no fewer than 60 car chases. In this episode, Zach and James look at the cars that star throughout the franchise, many of which have become stars in their own right. The Bond universe's obsession with cars stems from Ian Fleming's own fixation with four wheels. We also explore the relationship between auto companies and EON productions, as well as what cars and driving mean for the character of our favourite secret agent.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 005: Keep your friends close and your Henchmen closer
    Sep 28 2024

    Behind every great villain, there's a great henchperson. You need a good one if you're going to hatch an world-threatening evil plan. Make sure they're a kinda bizarre, unwaveringly loyal, and willing to take a little abuse. Hopefully they can take out that pesky 007, or at least have a really cool death scene trying.

    Plus, Bondcast presents the inaugural HENCHIES awards, the only award show dedicated to excellence in henchpersonry.

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    1 hr and 6 mins

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