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Carpool Critics | Austin, TX Film Review Podcast

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Parked car.
Three critics.
One film.

Film review debriefs recorded inside a parked car the moment the credits roll. No traffic, no schedule, no second take.

◊ SIGNALARCHIVE // EP. 01

FILE // 01

◊ HOSTS

Three dudes who hit up pre-screenings and hang out in the parking lot to unpack hot takes, have plenty of laughs, and give incorrect opinions.

ADMIT ONE // SEAT 02 HOV-3
Alex smiling mid-take in Episode 2, holding the mic during the Club Kid argument
◊ PASSENGER SEAT

ALEX

He channels his background in writing into a deep appreciation for strong storytelling and character arcs. Whether he is unpacking complex narratives or celebrating the finer, eye-opening documentaries in life, he brings thoughtful analysis and sharp wit to the front seat.

MIC 02 // STORY
ADMIT ONE // SEAT 03 HOV-3
Dave in the back seat of Episode 2, listening between takes
◊ BACK SEAT

DAVE

The man, the myth, the legend, leverages a background in tech to appreciate smart execution in cinema. Despite his analytical side, he carries a massive soft spot for a great rom-com, bringing infectious optimism with a side of love for happily ever after.

MIC 03 // WILDCARD
ADMIT ONE // SEAT 01 HOV-3
Shane laughing during the Club Kid argument in Episode 2
◊ DRIVER SEAT

SHANE

With a background in design, marketing, and sports nutrition, he's always appreciating the details and is a total sucker for a good coming-of-age story.

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FILE // 02

◊ LIVE FEED

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