Michael Knowles drops a world-class Marlon Brando impression—then argues why "On the Waterfront" is actually a sports movie.

In this special tribute episode, David Cone sits down with the late Brian Hoffman, the creator of The Film Room, for a previously unreleased conversation about his favorite movie, Major League. From his deep love of baseball to his role in shaping Lady Ballers, Brian’s humor, heart, and conviction are on full display. As season one comes to a close, we honor the man who helped launch it all.

Ep. 18

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Ep. 18 - Brian Hoffman on Major League, Baseball and Building the Film Room |

Actor Nick Searcy joins David Cone in The Film Room to reflect on his decades-long career—from his roles in The Fugitive, Castaway, and Runaway Jury to his breakout performance in Justified. They dive into stories from the sets of major films, what it was like working with legends like Gene Hackman and Tommy Lee Jones, and how being openly conservative in Hollywood has impacted his path. Searcy also discusses his passion projects, his work with The Daily Wire, and why he believes artists shouldn’t be afraid to speak out.

Ep. 17

Ep. 17 - Nick Searcy on Hollywood, Justified, and Going Toe-to-Toe with Tommy Lee Jones |

WWE legend and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs joins David Cone for a spirited discussion on whether or not Die Hard is a Christmas movie. They also dive into the gritty realism of The Wrestler and The Iron Claw, offering insight on life behind the curtain of professional wrestling.

Ep. 16

Ep. 16 - Mayor Glenn “Kane” Jacobs Says Die Hard Is Not A Christmas Movie, Plus Stories From Inside the WWE |

Gates Garcia joins David Cone in The Film Room to unpack Mel Gibson’s The Patriot—from its powerful depiction of fatherhood and faith to the deeper battle for freedom and culture. They reflect on how the film resonates with a new generation of patriots and why stories like this are more vital than ever.

Ep. 15

Ep. 15 - Gates Garcia on The Patriot, Fatherhood, and the Fight for America |

David Cone welcomes BlazeTV host and Nefarious creator Steve Deace to unpack the theology, symbolism, and cultural critiques behind his hit horror film. From demonic possession and psychological manipulation to the failures of modern institutions, they explore how Nefarious delivers spiritual truth through cinematic dread—and why horror may be the most effective genre for telling stories the Left refuses to confront.

Ep. 14 - Steve Deace on Nefarious, Horror Fiction, and the Battle for the Soul of a Nation |

Producer Dallas Sonnier joins David Cone in The Film Room to unpack John Carpenter’s The Thing—from its haunting tone and practical effects to its deeper themes of paranoia, isolation, and masculinity. They dive into why genre films like this resonate with audiences who feel left behind by modern Hollywood, as well as discuss the importance of conservatives watching horror films, rather than avoiding them.

Ep. 13 - Dallas Sonnier on The Thing and the Art of Conservative Horror |

Morning Wire hosts John Bickley and Georgia Howe join David Cone for a Halloween edition of The Film Room—trading sports talk for psychological thrillers and creature features. From Gladiator as a sports movie to the eerie brilliance of It Follows and The Host, they break down how horror can carry deeper meaning, cultural warning signs, and even a little conservative commentary.

Ep. 12 - John Bickley & Georgia Howe on Gladiator, It Follows, and Horror with a Message | The Film Room |

Daily Wire host Reagan Conrad joins David Cone in The Film Room to revisit The Sandlot—a nostalgic favorite that’s as meaningful today as it was in childhood. From baseball and boyhood to patriotism and parenting, Reagan and David unpack the heart behind this timeless classic and what it still gets right about American life.

Ep. 11 - Reagan Conrad on The Sandlot and Baseball’s All-American Spirit | The Film Room |

Isabel Brown joins David Cone to talk Miracle, Rudy, and the grit behind the American underdog. From her deep love of sports movies to her personal journey through culture, faith, and conservative media, Isabel shares how stories of sacrifice and perseverance still shape our national identity.

Ep. 10 - Isabel Brown on Miracle and Fighting for What Matters | The Film Room |

Ben Shapiro joins David Cone to unpack 61* and Field of Dreams, reflecting on what baseball meant to past generations and why it still matters. From legacy and fatherhood to the soul of the sport, it’s a conversation about the deeper impact the game has had on American culture.

Ep. 9 - Ben Shapiro on 61* and Baseball’s Place in American Life | The Film Room |

Jake and Blaine Crain join David Cone to break down The Waterboy, celebrate Adam Sandler’s best sports comedy, and share behind-the-scenes stories from Lady Ballers—including the physical grind, on-set chaos, and what it took to make the comedy hit land.

Ep. 8 - The Crain Bros Talk The Waterboy & Lady Ballers | The Film Room |

Ken Coleman joins David Cone in The Film Room to break down why Hoosiers is the greatest sports movie ever made—sharing insights on underdog victories, redemption, and leadership that lasts. They connect the film’s timeless lessons to today’s challenges in college athletics, NIL deals, and recruiting, plus the traits that separate great leaders from bad ones.

Ep. 7 - Ken Coleman on Hoosiers, Leadership Lessons, and the State of College Sports | The Film Room |

UFC middleweight Joe Pyfer joins David Cone to break down Journey to the UFC, the mental toll of chasing greatness, and how overcoming abuse shaped his fight career. They dive into Rocky IV, Happy Gilmore, and Gladiator, discuss the power of mentorship, and reveal what it really takes to punch harder than Francis Ngannou.

Ep. 6 - UFC Fighter Joe Pyfer Talks “Journey to the UFC” | The Film Room |

UFC veteran Sam Alvey joins David Cone to break down Ford v Ferrari, the mindset of elite fighters, and why slowing down at the finish line can cost everything. They compare combat sports to racing and debate the Road House remake starring Conor McGregor.


Ep. 5 - UFC Veteran Sam Alvey Discusses "Ford vs Ferrari | The Film Room |

Matt Walsh joins David Cone to talk Rudy, the meaning of manhood, faith in film, and behind-the-scenes moments from Lady Ballers and What Is a Woman?—plus a nostalgic dive into VHS days and awkward movie moments with parents.

Ep. 4 - Matt Walsh Discusses "Rudy" | The Film Room |

Riley Gaines, host of the Gaines for Girls Podcast, discusses her love for "The Blind Side", her "Lady Ballers" cameo, and how pregnancy is impacting her view on motherhood.

Ep. 3 - Riley Gaines Discusses "The Blind Side" | The Film Room |

Ep. 2 - Michael Knowles Discusses "On the Waterfront" | The Film Room |

Andrew Klavan joins David Cone to break down Bull Durham, chat Lady Ballers, and explore why sports movies still hit hard. From cultural commentary to Klavan’s take on The Natural, this is not your average film breakdown.

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