James Bonding podcast cover art

James Bonding

ByMatt Gourley, Matt Mira
124 episodes

Podcast Summary

Matt Gourley and Matt Mira love James Bond so much they decided to make a podcast about it. Each episode they invite a guest to dive deep into one movie from the greatest film franchise known to man. The entire James Bonding catalogue is now being re-released for free, one week at a time, starting 10/5/22. We never left. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#1

Amazon Deal Discussed!

Okay, let's come to terms with this? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025-03-1752mins
#2

No Time To Die Discussed!

Bond lovers-not-experts Matt and Matt finally sit down for the first time to talk to each other, much less anyone, about No Time To Die. This episode is a brief non-spoiler into heavy spoiler discussion of the 25th Bond and final Craig 007 film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-181hr 28mins
#3

No Time To Die Is Nigh

Matt and Matt are back! They never left. Well, they did, but now they're back. And they're discussing all their hopes and dreams for Daniel Craig's last outing as 007, No Time To Die. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-111hr 4mins
#4

Live from SF Sketchfest 2020!

James Bonding goes to San Francisco Sketchfest, deep in the heart of A View To A Kill territory. Matt and Matt discuss the latest No Time To Die news and then get on to ranking the titles, just the titles, of the Bond films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-041hr 30mins
#5

MISSION BRIEFING: No Time To Die Trailer Breakdown

Matt and Matt summon their Man In The East, Phil Nobile Jr. to discuss the new teaser - more like full-length trailer by God - for the final Danial Craig outing as 007, No Time To Die. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-2738mins
#6

BONUS: Octopussy Commentary

Light a crackling fire and lay out the bearskin rug, because it’s time for everyone’s favorite easy listenin’ 007 movie, Octopussy. Matt and Matt will take you through the whole film in their gentle, hushed tones and lull you into a perfect James Bond relaxathon. Stay subscribed, James Bonding…will return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-202hr 13mins
#7

Tomorrow Never Dies Commentary

Matt likes this film, Matt doesn’t as much. Guess who’s who. But the worst Bond film is still better than the best non-Bond film, so let’s at least celebrate that with a feature-length commentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-132hr 3mins
#8

Bonus: BOND25 RUMOR VS. FACT

Matt and Matt take to the tabloids to discuss how much of the latest Bond25 news is fact and how much is fiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-061hr 18mins

Listen to your favourite podcasts.

Now ad-free.

Download herd and enjoy uninterrupted, high-quality podcasts without the wait.

Download on the
App Store
#9

A View To A Kill Commentary

Sit down with a nice warm quiche and let the Matts take you through one of the best Bond films of all time. It's A View To A Kill commentary and it's all we need. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-10-302hr 21mins
#10

Bonus: Licence To Kill Commentary

The Matt’s take on Dalton’s last Bond film and talk you all the way through it. Head blow-ups, cocaine gasoline, exploding toothpaste! What more could a commentary want? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-10-232hr 18mins
#11

007 Shadow Draft

The James Bond Fantasy Draft series continues with what we’re calling ‘007: Shadow Draft!’ Any pick for any Bond film element can come from anywhere but from within the 007 universe. Taran Killam, Shannon Locke, Dani Price, Marc Andreyko, and moderator Mark McConville join us for what will most certainly be an All Time High. Speaking of that, Townland (@Townlandband) sings us all a Bond Medley to get in the mood. The easy, easy listenin’ mood. VOTE HERE: TOWNLAND 7/9 HERE: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-10-162hr 24mins
#12

Bonus: Die Another Day Commentary

Taran Killam joins the Matts to celebrate Brosnan’s last outing as Bond. The Matt’s might need some convincing but Taran is the ultimate Die Another Day ambassador and that deserves respect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-10-092hr 21mins
#13

Diamonds Are Forever Commentary

Matt and Matt hadn’t seen Diamonds are Forever in... Forever. So they decided they should watch it again with all of you. But everything is not as it seems. Is this movie the jackpot Matt and Matt have always thought, or does the plot go bust upon further examination? Cue those blu-rays up and rewatch along with the Matts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-10-022hr 5mins
#14

Bonus: A Live And Let Die Tarot Reading

Veronica Osorio interprets the cards for Alice Wetterlund and the Matts in an attempt to get to some insight into the Bond and Solitaire dynamic, as well as Alice, Matt, & Matt’s futures. And, we consult the deck on the future of Bond 25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-09-251hr 41mins
#15

Quantum of Solace Commentary

Quantum of Solace Quommentary! The Matt’s talk you through the 2008 follow up to the beloved Casino Royale, and in the process, awaken a deep passion for the much maligned sequel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-09-181hr 55mins
#16

Bonus: Casino Royale Commentary

Get ready to get ready for what many call the best Bond film. Well, the Matts certainly do. Join them for a feature length play­-a-long commentary of Daniel Craig’s first outing as 007, complete with a bonus Bond 25 update intro with Phil Nobile Jr. as well as a rosé filled Amanda Lund pop-­in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-09-112hr 31mins
#17

Bond 25 Press Conference Breakdown

Matt and Matt break down the official James Bond live stream announcing some (not many) details regarding Bond 25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-09-0455mins
#18

Bonus: James Bonding Cocktail Party Podcast Part 2

LICENSE TO DRINK! It’s the James Bonding Cocktail Party Podcast Part 2: Craig Ormiston and Eddy Colloton from License to Drink, join the Matts and many of our season 2 guests for a series of 007- ­themed cocktails and kinship. Enjoy drop-­ins by James Bladon, Bobak Ferdowsi, Kevin Porter, Dani Price, Daniel Michicoff, Mark McConville, Kristian Bruun, Jeff Crocker, Mike Simses, and Emily Schmemily. Drink along with Matt and Matt as they descend into drunkenness and the quality of the episode lessens sip by sip! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-08-281hr 13mins
#19

James Bonding Cocktail Party Podcast Part 1

LICENCE TO DRINK!It’s the James Bonding Cocktail Party Podcast Part 1: the gathering so nice, they episoded it twice. Craig Ormiston and Eddy Colloton from Licence to Drink, join the Matts and many of our season 2 guests for a series of 007-themed cocktails and kinship. Enjoy drop-ins by Ben Blacker, James Bladon, Emily Schmemily, Bobak Ferdowsi, Mike Simses, and Julie Lacouture.Drink along with Matt and Matt as they descend into drunkenness and the quality of the episode lessens sip by sip! Listen to Part 2, with even more drinks and guests, next week on StitcherPremium.com. Use promo code: BOND. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-08-211hr 10mins
#20

Bonus: Special Edition-ing The Bond Films

What if George Lucas - but a thoughtful and measured George Lucas - special-editioned the Bond Films? What would he ‘fix?’ Well, the Matts, along with their Man In The East, Phil Nobile Jr., sit down to name their top 10 elements of the 007 franchise that could use a little tweaking. No Han shooting first here, just careful and considered wishful thinking. Enjoy.No Good About Goodbye with Quantum titlesDeleted OHMSS scene pictures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-08-141hr 34mins
#21

James Bonding Fantasy Film Draft 2

The James Bonding Fantasy Film Draft is back! And this time it's serious. Six contenders, six Bonds, and six films. Matt and Matt are joined by Taran Killam, James Bladon, Dani Price, and Shannon Locke. Mark McConville is your moderator, once more. Vote for your favorite at the link below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-08-072hr 46mins
#22

Bonus: Goldeneye Commentary

Get ready for some Brosnan as Matt and Matt talk you through a feature-length commentary of Pierce Brosnan's first 007 film, Goldeneye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-07-312hr 19mins
#23

Living Daylights Commentary

Buckle up your cello case and join Matt and Matt as they talk you through a feature-length commentary of Timothy Dalton's first 007 film, The Living Daylights.This episode is brought to you by Duke Cannon (www.dukecannon.com code: BONDING). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-07-242hr 31mins

Listen to your favourite podcasts.

Now ad-free.

Download herd and enjoy uninterrupted, high-quality podcasts without the wait.

Download on the
App Store
#24

Bonus: Live and Let Die Commentary

Matt and Matt talk you through Roger Moore’s first outing as Bond in a feature-length commentary of Live and Let Die. Will you live and let love it? Yes, it’s in the cards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-07-172hr 6mins
#25

James Bonding AMA

In this episode of James Bonding, Matt and Matt brave something more diabolical than Le Chiffre’s little tugboat and rope, the message boards of Reddit! Join the boys as they do a verbal response to the James Bonding AMA. Will your question be answered? Probably, I think we got to almost all of them.This episode is brought to you by Duke Cannon (www.dukecannon.com code: BONDING). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-07-101hr 14mins
#26

Bonus: Live From The London Podcast Festival!

It’s James Bonding, live from where it all began, England! Join Matt and Matt at the London Podcast Festival as they discuss all things 007 in front of an audience of adoring Bond enthusiasts and engage in a sporting match of ‘who’s the most British.’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-07-031hr 29mins
#27

On Your Commentary’s Secret Service!

On Your Commentary’s Secret Service! Join Matt and Matt for a feature-length watch-along of George Lazenby’s first and final Bond film, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Get more commentaries and special episodes on StitcherPremium.com [stitcherpremium.com]. Use promo code BOND for 30 days free! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-262hr 32mins
#28

Bonus: Dr. No Commentary

Matt and Matt sit down with Dr. No, the 007 film that started it all, for a feature length commentary. Watch along with the movie or listen without watching — either way, nobody does it better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-191hr 53mins
#29

Season 3 Fantasy Bond Draft (w/ James Bladon, Mark McConville)

James Bonding is back! And this time, the season opener is just that, a sporty season opener where we sit down with James Bladon and Mark McConville to draft our fantasy dream Bond team. Go to Twitter.com/JamesBondingPod to vote! Which of us will get which Bond, which Villain, gadget, lady, song, and more? Download and listen to find out. Plus, we talk a little 007 news and cover what we’ll be covering this season. Let’s get to work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-122hr 3mins
#30

James Bonding Season 3 Trailer

Matt Gourley and Matt Mira are back with a new season of James Bonding Podcast. Season 3 features feature length commentaries of the Bond films as well as live shows, special episodes, and more. Great ready for all new episodes starting 2/19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-053mins
#31

Mission Briefing: Director News And Podcast Return Update!

The boys are coming back. When? How? Boyle's out and Fukunaga's in! It's all covered here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-05-2919mins
#32

Season 2 Finale

Matt and Matt wrap up season 2 by looking back at the final rankings, playing some Bond guessing games, and discussing the exciting future direction of the podcast. Stay subscribed, more is coming soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-05-2243mins
#33

Goldmember

Brian Aubert from Silversun Pickups is back and this time he's bringing bassist Niki Monninger! They join the Matts to wrap up the discussion on the Austin Powers series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-05-151hr 46mins
#34

Never Say Never Again with Ben Blacker

Writer extraordinaire Ben Blacker joins us to deconstruct Connery's unofficial return as Bond in the infamous Thunderball remake! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-05-081hr 56mins
#35

The Spy Who Shagged Me

The Matt's dive into the second installment of the Austin Powers trilogy and address some business of the show. And Irvin Kershner and Boss Nass show up. Naturally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-05-011hr 13mins
#36

Casino of Solace Part 2 with Amanda Lund and Maria Blasucci

We're back, earlier than expected, with part 2 of our back to back watch of Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-04-241hr 33mins
#37

Casino of Solace Part 1 with Amanda Lund and Maria Blasucci

Maria and Amanda are back! And this time it's to tackle Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace the way they were meant to be tackled, back to back and with Matt and Matt. Tune in for part two next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-04-171hr 23mins
#38

Austin Powers with Brian Aubert

Brian Aubert from the great Silversun Pickups joins the Ms to discuss the seminal Bond parody, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. Also, there's a nice Michael G. Wilson story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-04-101hr 51mins
#39

Dr. No with Molly Hawkey

The Matt's take Molly Hawkey on her first real spin into the Bond world with the first Bond itself, Dr. No. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-04-031hr 21mins
#40

The Women of Bond with Dani Snow

Dani Snow is back to discuss the women of 007: her favorites and not-so-favorites, and their complicated relationship with James Bond and the James Bond franchise itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-03-271hr 28mins
#41

The Spy Who Loved Me with James Bladon

Guest favorite James Bladon joins the boys to talk Roger Moore's most acclaimed outing as Bond, as well as to discuss a million other wonderful things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-03-201hr 46mins
#42

On Her Majesty's Secret Slideshow

Matt (Gourley, that is) takes Matt (Mira, that is) on an audio slideshow of his trip to Piz Gloria atop the Swiss Alps. Interviews and on-the-spot audio reactions to the Bond World exhibit abound, complete with insights from travel co-host, Amanda Lund! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-03-1357mins
#43

For Your Eyes Only with John Ross Bowie

John Ross Bowie from Speechless and The Big Bang Theory joins Matt and Matt to talk about Moore's most serious entry in the Bond franchise. Well, serious except for the Thatcher thing, but you can't have it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-03-061hr 17mins
#44

Bond, James Bond: Ranked

This week, Matt and Matt discuss every time an actor has said Bond James Bond in a Bond film. Then they pick their favorites. Because of course they do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-02-281hr 11mins
#45

Live and Let Die With Phil Nobile JR

Our man in the East, Phil Nobile Jr returns to talk all manner of Roger Moore, New Orleans and Voodoo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-02-211hr 37mins
#46

Our Man In The East Returns! Phil Nobile Jr

Phil Nobile Jr, newly appointed Editor in Chief of FANGORIA magazine, stops by to talk to Matt and Matt about Bond 25, the state of the franchise and the idea of trying to dress/live like James Bond. Give it a listen, won't you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-02-141hr 14mins
#47

Thunderball with Maria Blasucci and Amanda Lund

James Bond is back! And so are Maria and Amanda from last week as we all discuss the underwater adventure that was Connery's fourth 007 film. Will it fare better than last time? Press play to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-02-071hr 45mins
#48

Vesper's Dilemma Crossover Episode With The Big Ones

Guest favorites Amanda Lund and Maria Blasucci join the Matts for James Bonding, or do the Matts join them for The Big Ones? Either way, it's the podcast crossover event of the century and it's all about Vesper Lynd's moral dilemma in Casino Royale. And there's also a little bit of Nick Nack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-01-311hr 22mins
#49

The World Is Not Enough with Dani Snow

Dani Snow from DC Comics joins the boys to talk Brosnan's third, its ladies and its villains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-01-241hr 59mins
#50

Casino Royale '67 with Maurice LaMarche

Voice over god Maurice LaMarche joins the Matts for a frank discussion about the infamous 1967 Casino Royale. Also, Orson Welles and Ian Fleming might stop by for a quick conversation. I don't know, you'll have to listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-01-171hr 6mins

Listen to your favourite podcasts.

Now ad-free.

Download herd and enjoy uninterrupted, high-quality podcasts without the wait.

Download on the
App Store