Podcast 255: The Goonies

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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.