Podcast 255: The Goonies

"Hey You Guys!" This week, we never say die as we review cult classic The Goonies (1985)—breaking down Richard Donner’s adventurous direction, Steven Spielberg’s fingerprints all over the story, and a legendary cast led by Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Corey Feldman, Ke Huy Quan, and Jeff Cohen. From the Truffle Shuffle to One-Eyed Willy’s pirate ship, we revisit the most iconic moments, uncover behind-the-scenes stories from Astoria, and dive into the themes that made this childhood classic timeless. Plus: trivia, listener takes, box office impact, and our final ratings.