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deep dives
- John McClane's Post-Die Hard Career - Extensive discussion on McClane's hypothetical trajectory, comparing him to real-life figures and fictional characters. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Sam Jackson's Career - Detailed analysis of Jackson's filmography, his rise to stardom, and his unique position in Hollywood. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- New York City in Film - Discussion about New York's portrayal in Die Hard 3 and other films, noting the changes in the city's atmosphere over time. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- The Racial Dynamics in Die Hard 3 - In-depth conversation about the portrayal of race in the film, focusing on the relationship between McClane and Zeus. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
most debated
- John McClane's Post-Die Hard Career - Hosts debated how a real-life John McClane would be perceived after saving two cities. Would he be a hero like Sully or ostracized? - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Die Hard 3's Quality Compared to Die Hard - Hosts discussed whether Die Hard 3 is better than the original, acknowledging its flaws but appreciating its entertainment value. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, Jack O'Connell
- Sam Jackson's Career Trajectory - Hosts analyzed the impact of Pulp Fiction and Die Hard 3 on Jackson's career, highlighting his unique approach to role selection. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Simon Says Gimmick - Simmons argued that the Simon Says plot could have been a successful franchise on its own. - Bill Simmons
funny moments
- Racist Sign Scene - Hosts found humor in the scene where McClane is forced to wear a racist sign, particularly Jackson's reactions and the depiction of bystanders. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Chris Ryan's Hypothetical Alcoholic Downfall - Simmons and Lathan joked about Ryan's potential decline into alcoholism and how it would affect their podcast. - Bill Simmons, Van Lathan
- Cab Ride Scene - The absurdity of McClane and Zeus commandeering a cab and interacting with a random passenger was a source of amusement. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
childhood memories
- 1995 Moviegoing Experience - Simmons and Ryan shared their personal recollections of seeing Die Hard 3 in theaters and their initial reactions to the film. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan
- Boston Sports in the '90s - Simmons reminisced about the state of Boston sports teams in 1995. - Bill Simmons
rewatch experiences
- Appreciation for the Film's First 80 Minutes - Hosts agreed that the film's opening sequence is incredibly rewatchable and holds up over time. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Katia's Entrance - Ryan described his continued fascination with Katia's memorable entrance scene. - Chris Ryan
catchphrase discussions
- Simon Says - The iconic "Simon Says" line was discussed as a key element of the film's plot and its potential as a franchise. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan
- Yippee-ki-yay - Mentioned in the discussion of the ending. - Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan