Special guest Kyle Barbeau joins Javi Trujillo, Bill Koenig, and David Leigh as we continue our deep dive into The World Is Not Enough for its 25th anniversary.
In this episode, we examine the lasting influence of screenwriters Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, whose contributions have shaped the Bond series for over two decades. We also discuss the evolution of M’s role in TWINE and beyond, how the film handled its rare female villain, and what these choices meant for the franchise at the time.
Along the way, we share personal connections to the film, discuss whether it is Brosnan's Goldfinger, reflect on David Arnold’s score and question whether it’s time for his long-awaited return to the series, and consider the lessons Amazon might take from it as they shape the future of 007. Packed with analysis, nostalgia, and a few unexpected tangents, this is an episode no Bond fan should miss!
This episode was recorded on 22nd February in the United States and Spain.
You can find us at:
Kyle Barbeau
https://www.instagram.com/easysmilesandexpensivewatches
Javi Trujillo
https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social or https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough
Bill Koenig
https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com
David Leigh