Podcast Summary
El Bueno, la Mala y el Feo - “Películas que te marcaron de niño”
Date: April 8, 2026
Hosts: Raúl Molinar (El Pelón), Paola Sasso (Paola o La Mala), Andrés Maldonado (El Feo)
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In this lively and nostalgic episode, the comedic trio dives into the topic of movies that left a lasting impression during childhood. Listeners and hosts alike share which films shaped their youth, spark fond memories, and still evoke affection today. The episode blends humor, touching personal anecdotes, and listener interactions, highlighting the emotional power that movies can have on our lives.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
The Power of Nostalgic Movies
- Opening Discussion:
- Paola launches the topic by asking:
“¿Qué película te marcó de jovencito, de niño que todavía te acuerdas y la ves con mucho amor y mucho cariño?” (02:00)
- She shares that Disney movies remind her of her mother and expresses affection for them.
- Highlights “Mrs. Doubtfire” (referred to as "Mrs. The Fire" by mistake), admiring Robin Williams' performance as a father connecting with his kids.
- Paola: “Él se viste de viejita y para estar con sus hijos.” (02:52)
Childhood Movie Memories Among Hosts
- Chayo’s Anecdote:
- Remembers the family’s only TV being in his parents’ bedroom and the excitement of getting a VCR with cassettes in the mid-80s.
- Recalls pirated tapes and the first movie that blew his mind: “Ghostbusters.”
- Chayo: “No me volaba la mente el ver la película de Los Cazafantasmas.” (04:20)
- Shares that they also watched "Robocop" and "Rambo" on those cassettes.
- El Feo’s Story:
- Talks about seeing "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" at age 17 and the impact of its special effects and story.
- El Feo: “Una de las mejores películas que he visto.” (05:12)
- The group debates whether the movie’s effects still hold up and the difference that Spielberg makes as a director.
- Chayo: “Es que es de Steven Spielberg. Ah bueno, ahí está la calidad.” (06:11)
Listener Call-Ins: Movies That Marked Their Childhood
- Dariel calls in (07:00)
- Favorite: A Goofy Movie
- Deep emotional connection due to growing up without a father; the film’s depiction of father-son bonding resonated with him.
- Dariel: "Por eso me marcó mucho el ver la convivencia del hijo con el padre." (07:19)
- José on "Los Aristogatos" (The Aristocats) (08:21)
- Shares that he and his siblings still watch it as adults.
- Highlights the film’s plot about inheritance and family.
- José: "Lo que me gustó mucho el trama, el drama de cómo es el poder de las herencias y querer separar a los pobres animalitos por una herencia." (09:05)
- Paola mentions that Belinda sampled “Los Aristogatos” in one of her songs; sparks a brief discussion about pop culture links.
- Alfredito and The Little Rascals (10:00)
- Recalls the innocence of childhood play in the movie and recognizes actor Robert Blake, linking the character to real-life controversies and jail time.
- Paola: “No en el mejor lugar, pero lo conoció a su artista.” (12:17)
Emphasizing the Emotional Context
Broader Reflections
- The hosts agree that movies from childhood create powerful nostalgia and can teach life lessons or transport viewers to earlier, happier times.
- Paola: “Qué bonitas son las películas. Me encanta.” (18:30)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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Sobre “Mrs. Doubtfire”:
- Paola: “Él se viste de viejita y para estar con sus hijos.” (02:52)
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Ghostbusters’ Impact:
- Chayo: “No me volaba la mente el ver la película de Los Cazafantasmas.” (04:20)
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Generational Movie Watching Rituals:
- Chayo: “La única tele en la casa estaba en la recámara de mi mamá y de mi papá.” (03:05)
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The Goofy Movie’s Emotional Resonance:
- Dariel: “Por eso me marcó mucho el ver la convivencia del hijo con el padre.” (07:19)
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Los Aristogatos (The Aristocats):
- José: "Lo que me gustó mucho el trama, el drama de cómo es el poder de las herencias y querer separar a los pobres animalitos por una herencia." (09:05)
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El Rey León and Poverty:
- Daileni: “Éramos extremadamente pobres, pobres, pobres… y nos llevaba para su casa y nos ponía en el frente a ver las películas…” (14:13)
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On the Show’s Comedic Spirit:
- El Feo (about his own snoring): “Porque si estoy así de frente, no manches.” (19:22)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Movies that mark childhood, question to audience – 02:00
- Paola: Mrs. Doubtfire & Disney – 02:29
- Chayo: Family TV and Ghostbusters – 03:05
- El Feo: Close Encounters of the Third Kind – 04:59
- Call-in Dariel: A Goofy Movie – 06:39–07:46
- Call-in José: Los Aristogatos – 08:21–09:18
- Alfredito & The Little Rascals – 10:00–12:17
- Daileni: El Rey León – 13:46–14:59
- Miguel: Goodfellas – 16:21–17:50
- Reflection on childhood movies – 18:30
Overall Tone and Style
True to its reputation, the episode is playful, irreverent, and warm-hearted. The hosts combine quick-witted humor, friendly teasing, and sincere moments as they reminisce about childhood favorites. Listener stories bring emotion and authenticity, while the banter keeps things light and fast-paced.
In Summary
If you’ve ever had a movie stick with you from childhood, this episode will feel like revisiting friends who know exactly what that means. With authentic stories, laughter, and cultural references, “Películas que te marcaron de niño” is a love letter to the power of movies in shaping who we are.
