The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel

• Hot Shots! Part Deux

  This week, we’re diving into the explosive, ridiculous, joke-a-second world of Hot Shots! Part Deux — a sequel that proves parody films can be smart, sharp, and absolutely unhinged all at once.We break down everything that makes this one of the best spoof sequels ever made, including:🎭 The incredible acting range of the guy who seems to ONLY play Saddam Hussein — and absolutely nails it every time😂 Why this movie still hits so hard as a comedy, even decades later👀 The nonstop background jokes, prop gags, visual chaos, and blink-and-miss-it moments that make rewatches essential🔥 Charlie Sheen going full action-hero parody and crushing it🥋 The Rambo sendups, over-the-top kills, and perfectly timed absurdity🎯 And so much more ridiculousness from one of the funniest sequels ever made🎥 Watch the full, unedited review:sequelsonly.com/hotshotspartdeux🎭 Next Up: Tremors 5: Bloodlines 🐛🔥And for it, we’re talking with South African actor Brandon Auret — known for District 9, Chappie, Zulu, and tons of incredible work in film and TV.Brandon shared amazing stories about working in the South African film industry, action filmmaking, creature features, and more.🔗 Brandon’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1409827/📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Visit the site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share with your friends, enemies, neighbors, exes, action-movie junkies… and anyone who’s ever dramatically fired a machine gun while yelling for no reason.

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• American Gladiator Raye Hollitt

  Next week we’re diving into the wild, over-the-top world of Hot Shots! Part Deux — but this week, we’re sitting down with an absolute icon of strength, grit, and ’90s TV greatness… Raye “Zap” Hollitt from American Gladiators!Whether you grew up glued to the Eliminator, love behind-the-scenes stories from peak ’90s action TV, or just want to hear an inspiring journey from small-town beginnings to national fame, this episode is for you. Raye was one of the ORIGINAL Gladiators, and her story is incredible.In this episode we talk about:💥 Raye’s path from Scranton, PA to bodybuilding stardom⚡ Becoming an OG American Gladiator and shaping the show’s early legacy📺 Behind-the-scenes stories from the arena — training, rivalries, fans, injuries & the real Gladiator grind🎞️ Her acting roles across TV and film throughout the ’80s and ’90s🔥 The challenges of being a pioneer in women’s strength athletics💫 How she’s reinvented herself and stayed connected to Gladiators fans decades laterRaye brings passion, honesty, humor, and a TON of amazing stories from the early days of American Gladiators — whether you’re a longtime fan or meeting her for the first time, you’re going to love this one.🎬 Your Homework:Watch Hot Shots! Part Deux — the sequel that pushes the parody genre to full insanity. We’re breaking it down next week, and it’s even funnier after hearing Raye’s stories.📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Website: https://sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with friends, enemies, neighbors, gym buddies… and anyone who ever dreamed of hearing their name announced in the Gladiator arena.

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• Renegade: Fighting Cage

  This week, we’re stepping back into the sun-drenched world of Renegade for its two-part TV movie Fighting Cage — a wild ride packed with American Gladiators, killer guest stars, and some truly legendary ’90s hair choices.We dig into everything that makes this double episode a blast, including:💥 Multiple American Gladiators showing up and stealing scenes🔥 Former guest Marjean Holden and Kathleen Kinmont absolutely crushing it👊 The stacked lineup of tough-guy guest stars playing deliciously over-the-top villains🐴 Martin Kove’s glorious bad ponytail — and somehow looking the same age in flashbacks📺 Classic ’90s TV movie pacing, roundhouse kicks, and all the overdramatic fun you'd expect🚨 And plenty more Renegade chaos, action, and unintentional comedy gold🎥 Watch the full, unedited review: sequelsonly.com/Renegade🎭 Next Up: Hot Shots! Part Deux 🔥🎯We’re talking with American Gladiator Raye Hollitt (“Zap”), who shared her incredible journey from Scranton to the Gladiator arena, her acting roles over the years, training, fame, and so much more.📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Visit the site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share with your friends, enemies, exes, biker gangs, and anyone who’s ever rocked a questionable ponytail.

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• American Gladiator Lori "Ice" Fetrick

  Next week we’re covering her Renegade TV movie Fighting Cage — but this week, we’re chatting with the unforgettable American Gladiator herself, Lori “Ice” Fetrick.”If you grew up on American Gladiators, love '90s action TV, or can’t get enough behind-the-scenes stories from the arena, this episode is absolutely for you. Lori became a fan favorite on Gladiators, and her career goes way beyond the Joust and Powerball.We get into everything, including:💥 Her rise on American Gladiators and what life was really like behind the scenes📺 Thoughts on the recent documentary and how it portrayed the show🎭 Her acting roles on Who’s the Boss, Ellen, Lois & Clark, and more🥋 How she landed the Renegade TV movie Fighting Cage💪 Training, injuries, fame, and the wild world of '90s action television🔥 Reinventing herself after Gladiators and connecting with fans decades laterLori brings honesty, humor, and amazing stories from both the arena and the acting world. Whether you’re a Gladiators superfan or discovering her for the first time, you’re going to love this one.Lori's Links:Podcast - https://www.chillinwithice.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lori.ice.fetrick/?hl=enIMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275333/🎬 Your homework:Watch Fighting Cage — Lori kicks serious ass, and the behind-the-scenes stories hit even harder after hearing this conversation.📲 Follow us everywhere @sequelsonly🌐 Visit our site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with friends, enemies, neighbors, gym buddies… and anyone who ever dreamed of running the Eliminator.

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• A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

  This week, we’re heading back to Elm Street for A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors — the sequel that cranked up the dream logic, the special effects, and Freddy’s sense of humor.We break down what makes this one such a fan favorite, including:🔥 The birth of Freddy’s iconic one-liners (and how they changed the franchise)🚫 Why no adults die — including that orderly who 100% deserved it⚔️ Our wish for a longer, more epic final fight with Freddy🧠 The mix of practical effects, surreal dream sequences, and ‘80s charm that still holds up💀 And plenty more Elm Street mayhem and movie madness🎥 Watch the full, unedited review: sequelsonly.com/nightmare3🎭 Next Up: Renegade: Fighting Cage 💪We’re chatting with Lori Fetrick — aka “Ice” from American Gladiators!Lori shared amazing stories about life in the Gladiator arena, appearing on Letterman, winning a bodybuilding competition (spoiler: she crushed it), and her journey into acting.📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Visit the site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share with your friends, enemies, exes, and anyone who still has nightmares about Freddy’s glove.

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