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Barton Fink (1991)

August 1, 2026 · 1 h 54 min

Show notes

The SUMMER OF JASON continues as we finally cover the Coen Brothers' 1991 Hollywood writer’s block nightmare starring John Turturo and John Goodman, Barton Fink. Joining us is the showrunner of Veep, writer/director (Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, White House Plumbers) and co-host of The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of, Dave Mandel. We discuss San Diego ComicCon's biggest highlights, DNC missteps, and this fantastic film.

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  • Introduction (00:00:00)
  • Hatch News (00:23:48)
  • Barton Fink Roundtable (00:38:11)
  • Your Letters (01:25:22)

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  • Cover art by ctcher.
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