Boxcutters - An Australian TV Podcast - Latest Comments

Re: Ep 204: Bored to Death, Foxtel’s EPG, Arguments

facebook-634207591 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:41:31 -0000

By no means do I think that an actor who is able bodied should not portray a character who is not, any more than I think that a character who is English can not be portrayed by someone from Australia or...Estonia, and I do not begrudge talented actors their roles, it is simply that it pinches a nerve when you see a great role for someone who is disabled that is taken by someone who is not, in the sense that- for example, if someone with a disability auditions for a musical (or something) and blows them away- but does not get the part because of their disability... I suppose it's more that if you are a good looking young actor who can sing and dance and was in a boy band, the roles you are going to be considered for are more numerous (considerably) then your parapalegic twin.

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

facebook-634207591 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:57:31 -0000

Great episode! Just a point on why there is a controversy about the wheelchair bound character on Glee being portrayed by an actor who can walk. It is, I think, simply that if you're an actor- or aspiring actor- who also happens to use a wheelchair, be blind, deaf, etc., unless you're Marlee Matlin it's extremely difficult to get a job in an industry where jobs are already scarce. Speaking personally, I'm a fan of the actoring, and use a cane. Now, unless I'm House, which I clearly am not... you see where I'm going?

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

darrenboxcutter — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:30:48 -0000

Good work guys. Couldn't get Alan Dale on the show huh? I guess Craig will do.

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

timelady — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:36:08 -0000

wow. that was really amazing. bring that man back. (and especially get him to do the sexy frank'n'furter voice..swoon).

great insight, he comes across as someone smart and fun and who would be a blast to work with, and a great friend to have.

some wickedly good questions guys.

ps my crumpler addiction is getting out of hand, help!

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

dkinal — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:10:15 -0000

Thank you Boxcutters for what was easily one of the best interviews I've ever heard. I couldn't believe how quickly the time went and was shocked to hear that the whole episode was over at the end of the interview. It felt like you'd only just got warmed up. Craig was amazingly candid and genuine and he offered unique perspectives that gave the listeners some real insight into the TV and music industries. 10/10

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

actualchad — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:24:13 -0000

Obviously I wasn't the only one yelling "Big Breakfast!" at my iphone.
Great interview, sadly cut short, but hopefully the Summer Series will pick up where this episode left off.

It was good to hear an actor spill some ugly truths rather than toe the line. I had a lot of respect for Alan Dale finally making his mark in the US, but if he's gonna be an ass about it....

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

Bob Roxcutter — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:57:02 -0000

More, more more! That was a great interview. In fact I think the best I have heard you guys do. But what about the Big Breakfast story? I'm hoping it features Lilly Savage.

Re: Ep 203: Craig McLachlan (really!)

Rob Boxcutter — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:52:04 -0000

Terrific interview. Thanks Craig McLachlan and Cutters of Box. My ears are happy.

Re: “If you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find them…”

catbrain — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:51:06 -0000

GOLD. Such an appropriate use of Wayne Hope's image.

Re: Ep 202: Community, Micro Men, Kim Dalton should resign

darrenboxcutter — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:19:29 -0000

The best way to decide the Pitch Competition is to borrow the Chicken from Oztam.

If you use the Oztam Chicken I would have entered 1.5million times and had a good shot at winning.

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

catbrain — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:21:48 -0000

Yes, good interview. I think Safran is shy to an extreme, despite how he might present himself and the lengths he goes to; that you obviously have a long-standing friendship with him made for a very unforced and enjoyable conversation. First time I've heard him when I didn't want to cringe at some point.

I don't find his show particularly startling (although I will continue to watch), except for the occasional item that shocks (such as seeing him pashing Michelle's mum tonight - eeeuuuwwwww! He put in the tongue!), and I've been wondering why Safran gets away with what he does and the Chaser guys do something that gets them taken off the air.... I think it's essentially that Safran's body language says "kick me" and the Chaser's is "just you fucking try it".

Re: Ep 202: Community, Micro Men, Kim Dalton should resign

facebook-647508865 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:53:40 -0000

that's the last time i watch your show hungry,

this chicko roll = awesome tho

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

Alex Boxcutter — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:56:51 -0000

Great interview Josh, very enjoyable and had a great flow to it.

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

Bolden — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:12:22 -0000

Great interview, but, thanks to twitter all I could visualise was the blanket that Josh was under..... ;)

Although I agree that that Beastie Boys skit was one of the greatest to ever go to air, I was disappointed after the question setup that John wasn't asked whether he still had those awesome facemasks used in the reenactment....;) Oh well....

So I watched the first Race Relations this morning, well worth it, as usual very interesting points interpsersed with stuff from John's life, can't wait to see more. (The look on the scientists face when she realised what only 4 pair of Eurasian underpants meant was gold, and she was onto him very quickly!)

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

facebook-762979761 — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:02:23 -0000

loved the interview with john safran - I've heard quite a few interviews with him recently and this was the first one that didn't just consist of "canned" responses and anecdotes. one of the things I like most about boxcutters is the "how is it made?" questions that other media don't seem to cover

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

actualchad — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:23:32 -0000

methinks I got in a little early, what with my expectance of feedback.

Nonetheless, I say good luck everyone, and if I am to be beaten, may it be by the best entry and not the one with the twenty paper-clipped to the top.

Looking forward to hearing what people who like hearing people talking about what they like on TV would like to see on TV...

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

dalekboy — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:03:59 -0000

No 'proper' show, but not a bad little interview with Safran. It certainly made me curious to watch his show.

Someone got something in at 11:30pm on the last day of the pitch competition? God that's so slack!

Oh wait it was me, wasn't it? :P

Re: Spring Break with John Safran

Mordwa — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:46:28 -0000

Bah! Boxcutters make MordWa cry. No plodgrasp this week...

...*sulks*

Re: Ep 200: Myf Warhurst, Highway Patrol, Surprise Guests

kerrie — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 08:42:39 -0000

Happy 200 from someone who came on board at episode 1 and hasn't stopped listening.

Re: 197: Sam Pang, Just Don’t Bother, The Loop, The Brownlow, The Emmys

james mason — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:43:58 -0000

All episodes of HIMYM are streaming at http://howimetyourmotherstreaming.com for free. you can watch it online :-) sweet !!

Re: Tivo and Freeview

Name — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:36:01 -0000

I think "Freeview" is what we used to call "television."

Re: Ep 201: FlashForward, Dominos Pizza, The Future of Television

danbarrett — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:54:45 -0000

I just wanted to drop you a line to congratulate you on reaching 201 episodes. 200 episodes? That's bullshit. Anyone can reach 200. But 201?

Fucking awesome.

Re: Ep 200: Myf Warhurst, Highway Patrol, Surprise Guests

narrelle — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:30:56 -0000

Congratulations guys - a terrific show, of course. My favourite part is John fangirling Margaret Pomeranz.

Re: Ep 201: FlashForward, Dominos Pizza, The Future of Television

Sophie — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:04:07 -0000

I mailed my pitch in yesterday! I have faith in you, Canada Post!

Re: Ep 201: FlashForward, Dominos Pizza, The Future of Television

Mordwa — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:50:28 -0000

TrisWa - I know i did :-)