Stakeouts & Shakedowns
Stakeouts & Shakedowns
Podcast Description
Stakeouts & Shakedowns (@stakeandshakepod) is a podcast all about the 'buddy cop' film genre. Each episode, your host Wes Clifton will have on one (or more) of his buddies to talk about a different buddy cop movie. Spit in your goggles and strap on your oxygen tank because we're going for a deep dive into this corner of the cinema world!
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The podcast focuses on various aspects of the buddy cop genre, including its history, tropes, and cultural impacts, with episodes diving into movies like 48 Hrs. and discussing elements such as character dynamics and memorable one-liners. The show emphasizes film analysis and celebrates lesser-known entries in the genre, offering listeners a mix of nostalgia and insightful commentary.

Stakeouts & Shakedowns (@stakeandshakepod) is a podcast all about the ‘buddy cop’ film genre. Each episode, your host Wes Clifton will have on one (or more) of his buddies to talk about a different buddy cop movie. Spit in your goggles and strap on your oxygen tank because we’re going for a deep dive into this corner of the cinema world!
We’re back…and we’re bringing THE HEAT! In this episode, host Wes Clifton and guest Crystal Penton discuss the 2013 Sandra Bullock & Melissa McCarthy cop comedy, “The Heat.” We had a blast with this movie, so join us as we discuss all the best bits, the inspirations behind the film, gender roles in the buddy cop subgenre, and perhaps the most important question of all – do cheese sandwiches really go bad? Let’s find out together, shall we?
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