Fu for Thought

About this podcast

A discussion, between friends, about the highs and lows of kung fu cinema. One film at a time.

Fu for Thought

Episodes

2021
In the Line of Duty 4
This week we discuss Yuen Woo Ping and Donnie Yen's modern classic. Cynthia Khan gains a new fan in Devan, Cyrus talks us through an embarrassing experience with an ultrasound and Shaun pulls out the "Would you rather?" questions later in the episode. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram at Fu_for_Thought
February 21, 2021
111 min
Warriors Two
This week we discuss Sammo Hung's first ode to Wing Chun, Warriors Two. We talk about Casanova Wong's famous kick and Devan tells us how she feels about Dean Shek. We also reveal who our favorite Ninja Turtles are and Cyrus tells us about a little known company called Amazon.
February 7, 2021
109 min
Miami Connection
This week we take a break from the classics and talk about what's known as The Room of martial arts movies. There are ninjas, bikers, ninja bikers...and orphans. We also briefly discuss Tenet, our internet search histories and a couple of bad dates we've been on. It's a fun one!
January 24, 2021
106 min
Police Story
This week we discuss Jackie Chan's favourite Jackie Chan movie, 1985's Police Story. Later in the episode we chat about fighting kangaroos (again), Devan reveals how she and Shaun met and, of course, we talk a bit about Cobra Kai.
January 10, 2021
106 min
2020
Five Element Ninjas
NINJA MAGIC! Devan, Cyrus and I watched Chang Cheh's bloody classic this week. We discuss the movie, chat a bit about Wonder Woman 84 and later, Devan and Cyrus answer my "Would you rather...?" questions. It's a fun ol' time.
December 28, 2020
105 min
Bonus: Spirited Away
It's bonus episode time! This week we treat Devan to her first Studio Ghibli movie. Will this one win her over? Later we chat childhood cartoons, Christmas music and reminisce about sleeping bags and duvet covers.
December 20, 2020
91 min
Tower of Death
This week we dive headfirst into Bruceploitation with the semi-sequel to Bruce Lee's original Game of Death. Spoiler alert: Devan has a LOT to say. We also discuss how little we understand about the Star Wars universe, black Batman and memorable holiday moments.
December 13, 2020
119 min
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter
We return to the Shaw Brothers catalog this week with an all star classic. I briefly talk about my number one kung fu movie of 2020, I try to explain Cat III movies to Devan and Cyrus and we all discuss how well we think we'd do in the Big Brother house. Enjoy!
November 29, 2020
110 min
Royal Warriors
It's Michelle Yeoh time! This episode we watch the first film in the In the Line of Duty series, I talk about how Loren Avedon disrespected me and we invent our own porn star names (get ready for Devan's!). Enjoy!
November 15, 2020
105 min
I Am A Hero
This week is our spooooooky Halloween episode! We take a break from martial arts and delve into the world of Japanese zombies. We also discuss our zombie apocalypse weapon choices, ponder what it takes to be a sea captain, and introduce our wonderful new sound board. Enjoy!
November 2, 2020
113 min
The Forbidden Kingdom
This episode, Cyrus recommended Jet Li and Jackie Chan's only team up movie! It may have been great years ago, but is it STILL good? Later in the episode we discuss pro wrestling and the annoying differences between Americans and the British. Which includes Cyrus' blasphemy towards beans on toast.
October 18, 2020
98 min
The Karate Kid
Cyrus is back in person! We discuss all things The Karate Kid (which Devan had not seen before) and then later we talk video games, cover songs and Bond themes. Strap yourself in!
October 4, 2020
106 min
The 7 Grandmasters
This week we discuss one of the greatest "shapes" movies of all time, Shaun and Devan duet the Fresh Prince theme song and we chat about big life decisions. Deep stuff. But fear not, we also ask the question, "What if Yo-Yo Ma married Michelle Yeoh and took her name?"
September 21, 2020
95 min
The King of the Kickboxers
This week we open with how we'd do on Discovery Channel's Naked and Afraid, Devan gives us her opinion on Scott Adkins' Avengement and then we discuss the absolute insanity that is The King of the Kickboxers.
September 6, 2020
92 min
Way of the Dragon
This week we dip back into Bruce Lee's filmography and discuss 70's henchmen, what will happen if Devan dislikes Spirited Away and "hip hop handshakes". Enjoy!
August 23, 2020
87 min
Heroes of the East
We were plagued with technical issues this week and so I'm sorry if things sound a little odd at times (audio dips, for example). This episode we discuss Lau Kar Leung's Chinese versus Japanese classic. I ask "Exactly how do sais work?" and Devan wonders how many movies Bruce Lee used nunchucks in. And yes, I realize I forgot The Big Boss.
August 9, 2020
89 min
Drive
This week we dip into Mark Dacascos' filmography. Not surprisingly, we spend a LOT of time on Brittany Murphy's performance.
July 26, 2020
88 min
Rurouni Kenshin: Origins
This week we delve into Japanese martial arts cinema with the first Rurouni Kenshin movie. We also discuss Netflix's The Old Guard and our individual martial arts experiences.
July 12, 2020
88 min
Guyver 2: Dark Hero
A nice casual episode this week as we chat about the alien-man-armour-versus-monsters classic, Guyver 2. Later, we discuss our college experiences and who would star in movies about our life stories. Spoiler: none of us chose Steven Seagal.
June 28, 2020
93 min
Dragons Forever
This week we discuss Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao and Jackie Chan's last movie together. Is it a quintessential classic? Is it actually funny?Later, we move on to describing what each of us looks like and mythical creatures we yearn to be.
June 8, 2020
94 min

Fu for Thought

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Fu for Thought

Episodes

In the Line of Duty 4

Warriors Two

Miami Connection

Police Story

Five Element Ninjas

Bonus: Spirited Away

Tower of Death

The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter

Royal Warriors

I Am A Hero

The Forbidden Kingdom

The Karate Kid

The 7 Grandmasters

The King of the Kickboxers

Way of the Dragon

Heroes of the East

Drive

Rurouni Kenshin: Origins

Guyver 2: Dark Hero

Dragons Forever