You're So Money! Swingers (1996)

This week, Dave, Rob, and Kurt fire up the time machine and head back to 1996 to re-examine Doug Liman and Jon Favreau’s indie break-out hit, Swingers. The guys dive deep into the movie that catapulted Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn into stardom, breaking down its sharp, fast-talking script, memorable LA lounge aesthetic, and surprisingly enduring heart. From the agonizing cringe of Mike’s answering machine meltdown to the slick confidence of Trent’s infamous pep talks, the hosts dissect how the film captured a very specific mid-90s cultural moment and the anxieties of twenty-something ambition.

Beyond the pop-culture catchphrases and swing-revival soundtrack, the trio looks at Swingers through a modern lens to see if it remains "so money" nearly three decades later. Tune in as Dave, Rob, and Kurt swap their favorite lines, talk about the legendary cast—including Ron Livingston and Heather Graham—and debate whether this film stands as the ultimate buddy-comedy snapshot of post-breakup survival.

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00:00 - Opening of show

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