Cracking The Code Of Spy Movies! podcast

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1943 spy movie BACKGROUND TO DANGER starring George Raft, Brenda Marshall, Peter Lorre, and Sydney Greenstreet. Is it worth a watch? We decode all that for you! In this black-and-white World War II spy movie, everyone wants to get their hands on an envelope that contains something strategic for the war. What’s in it? What do they want it for? There are some fun twists in this movie that we don’t give away. Dan and Tom have a similar opinion on this movie, but don’t agree on some of the aspects of the production. Enhance your viewing experience – take a listen! Some of the topics we discuss include: The basic plot How real-world events are used enhance the story Scenes from other spy movies that may have influenced this one The screenplay The excellent cast The Peter Lorre and Sydney Greenstreet connection The direction The set design (Dan and Tom don’t fully agree here) The score The train scenes (this is a spy movie!) And More … Tell us what you think about our decoding of BACKGROUND TO DANGER So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Have you previously heard of this movie or even watched it? If not, did this episode entice you to watch it? If you have seen it, do you agree with Dan and Tom’s opinions? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/background-to-danger Links to BACKGROUND TO DANGER trailer: https://youtu.be/oa0Cr4a3XEU?si=IxA9aBx1g_IGF8hz…

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1960s JAMES BOND POSTERS - The Hidden Gems and Sex 1:09:53

8 days ago1:09:53

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James Bond movie posters are very popular with collectors. And of course, it all started in the 1960s. Join Dan and Tom as they welcome the founder and editor of 007 Magazine, Graham Rye to help decode the 1960s James Bond posters. We are very happy that Graham was able to join us. His knowledge of 40 years of James Bond that he has acquired by creating 007 Magazine is amazing. How much about these posters do you REALLY know? This is one of our episodes where we can predict you will hear something you didn’t know before. DR. NO, FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE, GOLDFINGER, THUNDERBALL, YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE, and ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE all had very distinctive posters, lobby cards, door panels and more created to market each movie. But, what’s behind those posters? Some of the things we look at include: The difference between British and American posters The action portrayed The composition of the figure of Sean Connery’s James Bond on the cover of DR. NO Who the talented artists were behind these posters You can find 007 Magazine here: JAMES BOND 007 MAGAZINE - FOR THE JAMES BOND CONNOISSEUR! The amount of information they have is staggering. Tell us what you think about our discussion of the 1960s James Bond posters So, did you learn anything new about the 1960s James Bond movie posters? Let us know what was new to you. Also, please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4brh8YQ…

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THE EAGLE HAS LANDED – Decoded! 34:32

15 days ago34:32

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Kidnapping Winston Churchill during WW II is the plot of the 1976 movie, THE EAGLE HAS LANDED . Yes, the plot sounds intriguing, but is it based on a true mission? We know about failed assassination attempts on Churchill, Hitler, and Mussolini. But what about a kidnapping? Dan and Tom decode this fun spy movie. What works and what doesn’t in this movie? They examine the following from THE EAGLE HAS LANDED : · Is THE EAGLE HAS LANDED a spy movie? · The stellar cast (Michael Caine, Robert Duvall, and Donald Sutherland are the stars) · The Production value · The Score (listen to find out who the composer was) · What earlier movies may have influenced this movie · The good about this movie · The bad about this movie · What stuntman ended up shooting himself – (you have to listen to realize this isn’t what these words appear to say) · Who originally landed the lead role of Colonel Steiner? · Parallels and differences to the movie INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS · And much more … So, with this script, this cast, and the production team, THE EAGLE HAS LANDED must be a fantastic movie, right? Listen as Dan and Tom give you their thoughts. Tell us what you think about the decoding of THE EAGLE HAS LANDED Have you seen this movie? If not, does this decoding make you want to watch it? If you have seen it, what things that Dan and Tom talked about do you agree or disagree with? And, do YOU think it is a spy movie? Also, please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4gVBZoc…

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Amazon/MGM Get Creative Control of James Bond movies - Fan Reactions 19:58

19 days ago19:58

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There was big news in the world of James Bond today! Amazon/MGM get creative control of James Bond movies from EON Productions. For some of us, it was our biggest fear for the franchise. For others, it is a welcome change. And still others just aren’t sure. In this episode, we start by giving you the basics of the announcement, including comments from Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. Then we give you James Bond fan’s unedited comments on this huge change to the franchise. (And there are a lot of widely varied opinions here.) So, let us know where you are with this announcement. Does it hurt. Are you happy. Do you just want to wait-and-see? Please let us know your thoughts. Tell us what you think about the deal that let Amazon/MGM get creative control of James Bond Does one of these fan’s comments mirror your thoughts? Do you disagree with anyone? Let us know! Also, please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4hN5muj…

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Fan-Favorite Scenes from James Bond Movies 54:29

22 days ago54:29

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the James Bond movie’s fan-favorite scenes. We know that different James Bond movie fans have their favorite movies and scenes from these movies. Not everyone likes them all. Often, we find that the first James Bond movie you saw heavily influences your reaction to the scenes. In this episode, we go through each Eon Productions James Bond movie and call out the fan favs from each of them. Here is just a sample of the scenes we discuss. You’ll hear the whole list by listening to this episode: · DR. NO – the introduction of “Bond, James Bond” · FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE – The Gypsy Camp · ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE – The attack on Piz Gloria · LIVE AND LET DIE – Escaping over the gators · OCTOPUSSY – The clown outfit · THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS – The cello case escape · LICENCE TO KILL – A great use for a gift · CASINO ROYALE – Bond's torture by Le Chiffre · SKYFALL – M's demise · And more …. This list isn’t exhaustive and is here to highlight some of the scenes we call out. There are many more to dive into. So, take a listen and see what you think. Do you agree? Tell us what you think about our list of the James Bond movie’s fan favorite scenes So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Do you have a favorite scene in a James Bond movie we didn’t highlight? Let us know! Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/41kqJgE…

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Rachel Grant Interview - she played “Peaceful Fountains of Desire” in the James Bond movie DIE ANOTHER DAY 1:07:36

29 days ago1:07:36

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Join Dan and Tom for this Rachel Grant interview. We discuss Rachel’s role as “Peaceful Fountains of Desire” in the James Bond movie DIE ANOTHER DAY and more. Rachel Grant is an actress, a mother, a travel expert, and a very high-energy interviewee. Rachel’s most famous role was in DIE ANOTHER DAY and we talk about her experience in the James Bond world. We also discuss other movies and series in which she has appeared. Finally, we talk about raising a toddler and some of her charity work. Some of the topics we discuss include: · DIE ANOTHER DAY o Rachel’s role as “Peaceful Fountains of Desire” o What it was like to work with Pierce Brosnan. o Who’s hand pulls the gun from her thigh o What direction did director Lee Tomahori give her? o Where did that eye-popping dress come from o Why did Halle Berry’s shooting schedule change? · The movie she went blonde with blue eyes · Is she a stunt performer? · What did she use for nunchucks in the series “Starhyke”? · What is the charity she is working on now? · And more …. This interview is very high-energy and was a blast to create. There is a lot to decode, so take a listen to enhance your viewing experience as new things are discovered – worth a watch? Take a listen! Are you in? Tell us what you think about our discussion with Tom Whiteman about these OSS weapons So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Have you seen Rachel in any of her other movies or TV series? If so, what did you think of her performance? Were there any other movies you think influenced this one that we didn’t mention? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4hoUZfV…

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OSS Weapons with Tom Whiteman 40:38

5 weeks ago40:38

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Dan and Tom bring back Tom Whiteman from Legacy-Collectibles.com to talk about some of the OSS weapons that were created to help the first U.S. spy agency in WW II. We talked with Mr. Whiteman in an earlier episode where we discussed James Bond’s assigned pistol, the Walther PPK. OSS morphed into the CIA! Tom gives us the background of these weapons, if the weapon was ever used, the pros and cons of the weapon, and a very interesting background on a knife in an OSS Agent’s possession. What spy movies and TV shows can you watch to see some of these weapons? Take a listen! Some of the weapons we discuss include: The Beano grenade The Liberator pistol The Colt model 1903 snub nose revolver A spring-loaded baton The FitzGerald revolver The OSS Stiletto (Pancake Flipper) And more …. Covert operations weapons offer a lot to decode, so take a listen! Tell us what you think about our discussion with Tom Whiteman of these OSS weapons So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Have you heard of any of these? If so, have you used one? Which one of these weapons do you think would have been the most effective. Have you seen any of these weapons in a spy movie, TV show, or streaming series? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/3CjZvgE…

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THE IN-LAWS Decoded! 46:10

6 weeks ago46:10

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Dan and Tom decode the 1979 comedy spy movie THE IN-LAWS. This movie stars Peter Falk and Alan Arkin. Plus they compare it to the 2003 remake with the same name. The 1979 version of THE IN-LAWS is a classic comedy spy movie. But, the 2003 version is not held in the same high regard. Why is that? Take a listen to find out more about the 1979 version. Why does it work? And, what works and what doesn’t work in the 2003 remake. Some of the details we examine include: An overview of the plot The casting The chemistry between the two lead actors and their characters In what other movies have we seen some similar scenes as we see in THE IN-LAWS? How do they mislead the viewer as to Vince’s role in the beginning of the movie? What does Michael Lembeck, who played Tommy, have in common with Albert Brooks, other than appearing in a version of THE IN-LAWS. The success and failures of the casting in the 2003 version – Tom and Dan disagree here What was better and what was worse in the 2003 version? And more …. There is a lot to decode, so take a listen to enhance your viewing experience as new things are discovered – worth a watch? Take a listen! Are you in? Tell us what you think about our decoding of THE IN-LAWS So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Have you seen THE IN-LAWS? If so, what did you think of it? Were there any other movies you think influenced this one that we didn’t mention? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/3EcaZD7…

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BACK IN ACTION No Spoiler Review 26:03

7 weeks ago26:03

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Dan and Tom give you their no-spoiler review of the just released Netflix spy movie BACK IN ACTION. And they don’t agree on this one. Listen to hear why. This is the movie where Cameron Diaz returns to acting after a 10-year hiatus. So, she’s now back in action. And like in her last movie, she’s teaming up with Jaimie Foxx. So, without giving away the movie, we talkthrough what we thought worked and didn’t work. Some of the details we examine include: · What worked · What didn’t work · The marketing tagline · The cast · The soundtrack · The chemistry between the two lead actors and their characters · Some of the good lines of dialogue in the movie · In what other movies have we seen some similar scenes to the ones we see in BACK IN ACTION? · Areas of disagreement between Dan and Tom as to if we thought this was worth your time. · And more …. There is a lot to examine, so take a listen to enhance your viewing experience as you watch this new spy movie. Is it worth a watch? Are you in? Tell us what you think about our review of BACK IN ACTION. So, take a listen and let us know what you think. Have you seen BACK IN ACTION? If so, what did you think of it? Do you agree with Dan or Tom? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4jn4nC2…

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Spy Movie News January 14 2025 – James Bond news, Christopher Nolan’s movie, BLACK BAG, and more! 17:23

8 weeks ago17:23

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Join Dan for our Spy Movie News January 14 2025 edition. First, a mystery we’ve mentioned in the last couple of Spy Movie News briefings about the upcoming Christopher Nolan Project is resolved! Then we talk about some issues between EON Productions and Amazon, take a look at spy series that have been cancelled or renewed, some upcoming spy movies and series, and then wrap with a tip of the hat to some industry workers who have passed in the last month. Some of the shows we discuss include: · “The Old Man” · “A Man on the Inside” · “The Day of the Jackal” · “Mr. And Mrs. Smith” · “ Black Doves · "The Night Agent” · "The Agency” · “Citadel” · “The Recruit” · BLACK BAG · "The Secret World of James Bond” · And more … Tell us what you think about the January 14 2025 edition of SPY MOVIE NEWS. Do any of these upcoming shows excite you? If so, let us know which ones. Also, if you have any thoughts about the format of Spy Movie News , we’d love to hear those thoughts. Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4gTtB9w…

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2024 Year in Review and Beyond! 35:18

9 weeks ago35:18

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Dan and Tom give us their 2024 year in review for SpyMovieNavigator.com and their podcast Cracking the Code of Spy Movies . They talk about some of the spy movies they decoded last year. In some cases, they give a synopsis of the movie. You may discover an episode that decoded a movie you are interested in, or didn’t know you were interested in until you heard this episode. Remember their goal is to provide you with information that will enhance your movie viewing experience. Some of the items they discuss in the 2024 year in review include: · How many spy movies they decoded in 2024 and since they started · Who some of the people they interviewed are · Some of the spy movies of which Dan and Tom had differing opinions · The episodes they call out about specific movies a spy movie fan should see · What is a character spotlight, and which ones have they done · What Luciana Paluzzi told Dan and Tom about their interview after it was over · What old TV series they decoded · What’s new on the website · Events they attended · And much more ... Tell us what you think about our 2024 Year in Review What did you think of this episode? Did you hear about any episodes you missed that you now want to listen to? Are there other spy movies you’d like us to decode? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/3PvY1m5…

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A Man on the Inside and THE MOLE AGENT Decoded! 37:00

11 weeks ago37:00

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Netflix released the series “A Man on the Inside” which was based on the Oscar Nominated Chilean documentary “The Mole Agent”. In this episode, Dan and Tom decode these two shows. In both of these shows a “spy” is on a mission in a retirement community. Besides discussing the shows themselves, they also break down the similarities and differences between them. In this episode we discuss: What was real in the documentary? What wasn’t? Who Sergio is in real life? How the documentary was filmed The spy gadgets used in both shows The role of the family in both shows The actors in “A Man on the Inside” Some of the emotional impact of the story How the cinematography differed And More … Dan and Tom disagree about whether this is a spy story. Take a listen to find out why. Tell us what you think. Have you watched A Man on the Inside or The Mole Agent? If you’ve seen either or both of these shows, what are your thoughts? Do you think this a spy story? Should Dan and Tom release similar decoding episodes? Which order did you watch them? Did you like the documentary or the series better? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/4frZ8xP…

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What Makes James Bond the Best MI6 Agent? 37:53

12 weeks ago37:53

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Dan and Tom decode what makes James Bond the best MI6 Agent. We’ve heard M refer to James Bond as the best agent, but what are the reasons he is the best? Is it his training? Loyalty? Survival skills? Or is it something else? Listen to find out! We cover it all, with examples from the James Bond movies where the attributes discussed are displayed! From: James Bond’s combat proficiency His marksmanship Driving expertise Technical skills Survival skills Bond’s resourcefulness His loyalty and patriotism And much more … We touch on some of Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels as well. Find out what makes Bond best! Tell us what you think. What makes James Bond the Best MI6 Agent? We gave you our list. Did we miss any? Are there any on our list that you disagree with? What’s your list? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/3BlEQIA…

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Luciana Paluzzi talks James Bond, Fiona Volpe and her career! 49:09

13 weeks ago49:09

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Luciana Paluzzi joins Dan and Tom for a wide-ranging interview. This is an interview we've been working to arrange for a while, and we are honored Luciana spent this time with us. And we're happy to be able to share this discussion with you. Luciana’s acting career spanned 3 decades. Although she appeared in multiple spy movies and TV shows, her performance as Fiona Volpe in THUNDERBALL – a stand-out James Bond villain - is her most famous role in the eyes of spy movie fans. Die-hard Paluzzi fans will know that she retired from acting at the age of 41 when she married her husband, Michael Jay Solomon, Did you know that they have been married for 46 years? What’s the original spelling of her last name? Why did she change it? How has Barbara Broccoli been to her? How many grandchildren does she have and what do they call her? In this episode, we discuss: Her amazing career Much about her experience filming her role as Fiona Volpe The “good news” and “bad news” that Cubby Broccoli and Harry Saltzman relayed to her after her audition for THUNDERBALL Some of the James Bond actors she acted with in other movies and TV series What actor from THUNDERBALL she liked working with Conversely, what actor from THUNDERBALL that she didn’t How she got her first acting role How important Terence Young was to her life, not just her career Her family And more …. So, take a listen to this interview. Even if you thought you knew Luciana Paluzzi, you will learn something new in this interview. As she tells us: "I think you're analyzing this to obsession". That’s our goal, learn something new about this wonderful actor. Tell us what you think about our discussion with Luciana Paluzzi As always, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com . The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode! You can check out all of our CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website . In addition, you can check out our YouTube channel as well. Episode Webpage: https://bit.ly/41nO9C4…

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James Bond Club Ireland Talks Club and James Bond 55:28

14 weeks ago55:28