Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini

Film, TV & Pop Culture

About

I am a published author of nearly one hundred original, diverse, fiction stories and poems. Check out my story collection at jonathanferrini.com . Razor's Ink is my weekly take on movies, television and music. So pour yourself a drink, pull up a chair, and let's explore together! I received my MFA in motion picture and television production from UCLA. www.jonathanferrini.com Razorsinkpodcast@gmail.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonathan-b-ferrini-9ababa2b Hearts Without Sleeves: Twenty-Three Stories by Jonathan Ferrini now available on Amazon https://amzn.to/4aHS6EE Donations to the RazorsInkPodcast may be made at: http://paypal.me/RazorsinkPodcast

Episodes

  • Transactional Masculinity inside "American Gigolo" & "Sweet Bird of Youth" (Movies)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini examines transactional masculinity through the lens of "American Gigolo" and "Sweet Bird of Youth," discussing how a man's value can become solely dependent on being desired.

  • The Story of Boxing Movies

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the story of boxing movies, touching on training for the fight and the concept of 'The Sweet Science'.

  • No Country for Old Men (Movie) Part II

    This episode compares the films 'No Country for Old Men' and 'The Last Picture Show,' discussing them as portrayals of the American West where meaning gradually disappears.

  • No Country for Old Men (Movie 2007)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast discusses the 2007 film 'No Country for Old Men.' The analysis focuses on how elements like darkness, silence, fate, and chance contribute to the film's departure from traditional western genre conventio…

  • Five Hundred Miles (Music)

    The episode "Five Hundred Miles (Music)" from the Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the worth of love despite distance, as suggested by the description "Where Love Is Worth the Distance."

  • Hollywood After the Studio Moguls

    Jonathan B. Ferrini's Razor's Ink Podcast episode 'Hollywood After the Studio Moguls' delves into the symbolism of studio logos, presenting a funeral metaphor to interpret their deeper meanings.

  • “Mexican Radio” (Music 1982)

    The 1982 song "Mexican Radio" is about a radio signal that crossed the border without asking permission. This episode is from the Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini.

  • The Movie Director in the Frame

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini examines the psychological aspects of director cameos within films. The discussion focuses on the phenomenon of directors appearing in their own movies.

  • The Righteous Brothers (Singer-Songwriters)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the legendary Blue Eyed Soul duo, The Righteous Brothers, highlighting their enduring

  • Judgment at Nuremberg (Movie 1961)

    This episode analyzes the 1961 film 'Judgment at Nuremberg,' discussing the concept of 'evil by procedure' and examining whether justice was fully served.

  • Warren Zevon (Singer-songwriter)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast discusses the songwriting of Warren Zevon, likening his work to late-night news dispatches that focus on damage rather than offering comfort.

  • Broderick Crawford (Actor)

    This episode features actor Broderick Crawford, discussing his impact on Hollywood and how he broke the mold.

  • The Heart of Films About Love

    Jonathan B. Ferrini's "The Heart of Films About Love" episode explores cinematic portrayals of love, drawing lessons from the films Midnight Cowboy and Moonstruck.

  • Five Easy Pieces (Movie 1970)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast discusses the 1970 film 'Five Easy Pieces,' focusing on its exploration of silence as damage, masculinity, male withdrawal, and class identity.

  • Boogie Nights (Movie 1997)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini critiques the 1997 film Boogie Nights, discussing its casting, characters, and themes related to pornographic movie making.

  • Nazis on the Run: 1970’s Cinema’s Reflection on Justice, Trauma, and Survival.

    This episode examines how 1970s films, including The Odessa File, The Boys from Brazil, and Marathon Man, reflected societal anxieties about post-war justice, historical trauma, and survival.

  • Boiler Room (Movie 2000)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast discusses the 2000 film Boiler Room, focusing on themes of ambition, ethics, and the price of fitting in within a fast-paced Wall Street environment.

  • Seventies Cinema: Hollywood’s Golden Decade

    This episode discusses the seventies cinema era, highlighting the creative freedom, cultural shifts, and the influence of studio chiefs and rebel filmmakers in Hollywood.

  • Humor and Division: Lessons from 1970s Television

    This episode discusses the division and humor present in 1970s television shows, specifically mentioning All in the Family, The Jeffersons, Sanford and Son, Good Times, and Chico and the Man.

  • Sidekicks of Subversion Inside Early Television

    This episode examines the impact of television characters Eddie Haskell from "Leave it to Beaver" and Maynard G. Krebs from "Dobie Gillis" on American television programming from the 1950s to the early 1960s.

  • “Lyrics, Life, and Legacy: My Trio of Timeless Albums”

    Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses his trio of timeless albums: Simon and Garfunkel, Dylan, and Steely Dan.

  • The Bedford Incident (Movie. 1965)

    The 1965 film The Bedford Incident depicts brinkmanship at sea during the cold war, offering lessons relevant to a world on edge.

  • The Andy Griffith Show (TV. 1963-68)

    This episode discusses "The Andy Griffith Show" (1963-1968), a sitcom that offered an escape from the turbulent sixties.

  • Once Upon A Time in Hollywood (Movie 2019)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast analyzes the historical accuracy of the 2019 film Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, discussing what it depicted correctly and incorrectly about Hollywood in 1969.

  • Glengarry Glen Ross (Movie 1992)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the 1992 film Glengarry Glen Ross. It specifically explores what the character Ricky Roma teaches about dialogue.

  • “Best Actor” to character actor

    This episode discusses how winning an Oscar, or the "Best Actor" award, impacts an acting career, potentially leading to a shift towards character acting. It explores the effects on two acting careers.

  • Bac Sai “Physician” (Short Story)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini reads the short story “Bac Sai Physician,” presenting the opening pages of a dying surgeon's diary. The diary reveals a life filled with both love and loss.

  • Money “Madness” inside Songs

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini delves into financial themes found in song lyrics, specifically examining phrases related to money that are described as 'mean, mean, mean, mean, mean green.'

  • Hawaii Five-O (Television series 1968-1980)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the accuracies of the original Hawaii Five-O television series regarding the cultural and ecological aspects of Hawaii on the Razor's Ink Podcast.

  • Lyrics Are The Calculus of Writing

    This episode of The Razor's Ink Podcast is a redux of an earlier show. Jonathan B. Ferrini explores the daunting task of writing music.

  • Apocalypse Now (Movie 1979)

    This episode of the Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the 1979 film Apocalypse Now, focusing on the question of why Colonel Kurtz was assassinated.

  • Fail Safe (Movie 1964)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast features Jonathan B. Ferrini discussing the 1964 film 'Fail Safe.' He contrasts the movie's serious portrayal of nuclear war with another film on the same topic released in the same year.

  • Midnight Cowboy (Movie 1969)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini reviews the 1969 film "Midnight Cowboy," explaining its significance beyond its X rating.

  • A Clockwork Orange (Movie 1971)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast examines the socio-economic subtext of the 1971 film A Clockwork Orange. It explores why the character Alex may appear sympathetic by the film's conclusion.

  • The Limey (Movie 1999)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini memorializes actor Terence Stamp (1938-2025). It discusses his acting in the 1999 film The Limey, drawing parallels between his performance and exquisite filmmaking.

  • British Film Studios

    This episode of the Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini explores the history and significance of the British film studios, Shepperton and Pinewood.

  • Route 66 (Television 1960-64)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the 1960s television series "Route 66" on the Razor's Ink Podcast, drawing parallels to Jack Kerouac's novel "On the Road."

  • Shaft (Movies 1971 & 2000)

    This episode discusses the 1971 and 2000 films titled Shaft, both featuring a Black detective seeking justice. The discussion touches on how racism is presented in each film, separated by thirty years.

  • Who Is Herb Alpert? 2.0

    This episode of the Razor's Ink Podcast features Jonathan B. Ferrini discussing the life and career of Herb Alpert, highlighting his work as a composer, musician, and businessman.

  • 70's Network Television Detectives

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast explores three detective shows from the 1970s that significantly impacted the genre.

  • The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (Movie 1974)

    This episode reviews the 1974 film 'The Taking of Pelham One Two Three.' The description notes that the 1970s New York City subway system acts as a protagonist with a distinct attitude.

  • “Rendition Rock” (Music)

    This episode of the Razor's Ink Podcast features four performers covering hit songs originally by Wilson Pickett and The Four Tops.

  • Leaving Las Vegas (Movie 1995)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast reviews the 1995 movie Leaving Las Vegas. It discusses the film's raw portrayal of suicide by alcohol.

  • Remembering Brian Wilson and Sly Stone (Singer-Songwriters)

    Jonathan B. Ferrini on Razor's Ink Podcast discusses Brian Wilson and Sly Stone, noting their different styles but shared themes of love and understanding in their lyrics.

  • The Gong Show (Television 1976-1980)

    The Gong Show, a television program that ran from 1976 to 1980, is described as the antithesis of a talent show.

  • The Dirty Dozen (Movie 1967)

    This episode discusses the 1967 World War II film 'The Dirty Dozen,' focusing on its depiction of condemned military convicts battling the German high command and its underlying antiwar sentiments.

  • Ballad of a Thin Man (Music 1965)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast, titled "Ballad of a Thin Man (Music 1965)," deconstructs one of Bob Dylan's most abstract compositions.

  • On the Beach (Movie 1959)

    This episode discusses the 1959 film On the Beach, which depicts the final remnants of humanity in Australia after a global thermonuclear war.

  • Rediscovering the Batman Television Series (1966-1968)

    This episode of Razor's Ink Podcast discusses the 1966-1968 Batman Television Series. The show is characterized as escapism created for children but also engaging for adults.

  • The Swimmer (Movie 1968)

    This episode of the Razor's Ink Podcast with Jonathan B. Ferrini discusses the 1968 film The Swimmer and explores the potential for a modern remake centered on the theme of midlife crisis.