# Episode 357 - Flash Gordon (1980) w/ Scott Weinberg

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Podcast: [They Called This a Movie](https://stenobird.com/podcast/they-called-this-a-movie-11991)
Published: 2026-02-06T16:18:18+00:00
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## Resource

This week, we are joined by Scott Weinberg ( @weinbergs.bsky.social ), the host of the Overhated Podcast , to discuss one of his favorite cult classics, the 1980 adaptation of Flash Gordon . Join us as we discuss the music by Queen, the stellar supporting cast, and the striking visuals. We finish the episode with a Retro Recast, as we recast the film as if it was made during a different time period. Find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Threads @TCTAMPod and on TikTok @theycalledthisamovie. Our theme music was written and performed by Dave Katusa. He can be found on Instagram @dkat_productions.

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