The Original Light the Fuse Episodes 2018-2023

There is alarmingly little merchandise that was produced for the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, but that made it all the easier for us to track it down! Today we talk about the toys inspired by the film and TV series and try to figure out if Kevin is in jail!

16. Mission: Impossible Toys

The time is now! We take a look at the BRAND NEW "Mission: Impossible - Fallout." Find out our SPOILER-FREE first impressions and find out what is coming up on future episodes.

6. 'Mission: Impossible - Fallout' (2018) First Impressions

“Mission: Impossible” is hugely influential, particularly in the realm of comedic spoofs and parodies. We dissect some of our favorites, including the incredible “Mission: Improbable,” starring Ben Stiller. This is our most (intentionally) funny episode yet!

12. Mission: Impossible Spoofs

Things get personal with our episode devoted to “Mission: Impossible 3,” arguably the most romantic entry in the franchise. Find out what makes this installment so important and be the first to hear Kevin’s legally dissimilar theme music!

4. Mission: Impossible 3 (2006)

On this special bonus episode (!) of Light the Fuse, we talk to Mo Shafeek, who works for the insanely cool Mondo in Austin, Texas, and who just this week released an amazing vinyl edition of Danny Elfman's "Mission: Impossible" score. Find out why this was a passion project for Mo and learn about the fascinating intricacies of licensed consumer products!

Bonus Episode - Mondo release of 'Mission: Impossible' Soundtrack

This is it. The moment you’ve been waiting your entire life for … Our definitive ranking of the “Mission: Impossible” films. See if we disagree and our friendship is ruined forever, or we’re in sync and come away from the experience even closer and more committed to one another.

15. Ranking Impossible, Part 2

We are incredibly excited to talk about the fourth entry in the "Mission: Impossible" film franchise, "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol!" Hear a heartwarming story of how Drew and Charles saw the movie together in New York and made the lives of their fellow audience members a living hell. Oh and a lot of other great stuff too.

7. Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011)

This week we’re joined by video essayist Patrick (H) Willems, as we talk about all things “Mission: Impossible” and delve even deeper into our “M:I”-related obsessions, including his wonderful analysis in the video "Who is Ethan Hunt?"

19. Patrick (H) Willems Interview, Part 1

Here it is. Get ready for our deep-dive into all things “Mission: Impossible - Fallout” (at least until our next episode about “Mission: Impossible - Fallout”). It’s more exciting than the HALO jump and helicopter chase combined!

9. Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)

We take a look at the very first film in the franchise, Brian De Palma’s “Mission: Impossible.” Find out where we were, what we thought, what we think of it now, and whether or not Charles’s dad loves him.

2. Mission: Impossible (1996)

It’s back to the IMF archives this week as we watch several more episodes of the original “Mission: Impossible” TV series and discuss them in excruciating detail!

11. Mission: Impossible the Original TV Series, Part 2

We take a break from the film franchise to go back to where it all began – the original “Mission: Impossible” television series from the 1960s! We tackle the first three episodes, one of which is a bona-fide classic! Exclamation point!

5. Mission: Impossible the Original TV Series, Part 1

We’re going back to the beginning (of the movies that is), as we talk about the title sequences for each of the movies. Find out what went into the creation of these mini-movies and which ones are our favorites!

13. Title Sequences

On this week’s episode we break down “Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation” in excruciating detail. What more could you want?

8. Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015)

This week we start ranking our favorites from the entire “Mission: Impossible” film franchise. That’s right – get ready for us listing our favorite running sequence, cold open, and, yes, BMW product placement! Find out if Drew and Charles pretty much have the same opinion on everything or if their thoughts differ wildly. It’s a fun one!

14. Ranking Impossible, Part 1

This week we continue our interview with “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” composer Lorne Balfe. Learn more about what it takes to put one of these scores together and hear Lorne rank his top three “Mission: Impossible” movies – you’ll be surprised by his picks! Think of this as the “Fallout” to last week’s “Rogue Nation.”

18. Lorne Balfe Interview, Part 2 (Composer of 'Mission: Impossible - Fallout')

In this episode we kick it into high gear with our analysis of “Mission: Impossible 2” (because Tom Cruise really kicks a lot of people in this one). Find out what we loved about this controversial installment and whether or not we think it deserves a reappraisal.

3. Mission: Impossible 2 (2000)

If you think six “Mission: Impossible” movies is a lot, wait until you hear about all the entries that didn’t make the cut, including installments made by David Fincher, Frank Darabont, Joe Carnahan, and Oliver Stone. It’s a wild trip down alternate timelines and parallel universes.

10. Unmade Missions

On this week’s episode we talk to Lorne Balfe, the man who composed the brilliant music for “Mission: Impossible - Fallout.” In the first part of our interview, we talk about his inspiration for the music and just how long he had to work on the score (his answers might surprise you). It’s pretty awesome.

17. Lorne Balfe Interview, Part 1 (Composer of 'Mission: Impossible - Fallout')

Get to know your hosts for the only podcast dedicated to the "Mission: Impossible" franchise and learn where the series is headed. If you choose to accept it, that is.

The Original Light the Fuse Episodes 2018-2023

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