Podcast

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) – 40th Anniversary

From Steven Spielberg comes a decidedly darker iteration of Indiana Jones. Jim and A.Ron have the behind the scenes stories about stunts, on-set injuries, and casting. Join in on the discussion as your hosts ponder the burning question, What makes a movie feel like an ‘Indiana Jones’ movie? Hold on to your costume, that elephant looks hungry.

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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! – S03E08 – Small Wonder (1985) – S02E01 – “Smoker’s Delight (Chewed Out)”

We saved the best very special episode for last! Wait a minute, check that… this is actually the worst. Take a syndicated show about a goofy loser who invents a perfect robot replica of a little girl, and then have them take a strong stand on tobacco with some extremely interesting takes on adolescent privacy and smoking cessation for youth, to put it mildly. Hey, it’s Small Wonder, but at least it’s short. Next week, on to KNIGHT RIDER!

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Dark Matter – S01E04 – The Corridor

Find out what’s in the box in this episode of Dark Matter on AppleTV+. Jim and A.Ron keep tabs on what PJ and NPJ are up to so you can just enjoy the endless possibilities. What happens if doors are opened simultaneously? What is the result of the observer effect? What would you do if you saw your own death? Schrodinger’s cat wants a nap.

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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD – S01E05 – Book vs. Show!

In this portion of the adaptation, it’s a question of timing and details, like trying to remember all of the events of a dream after waking. The book’s differences feature Cristin Cole’s motivations, Daemon’s relationship with his first wife, and Rhaenyra’s feelings towards Alicent. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 370 – 372 of the hardcover version of Fire and Blood corresponding to the episode We Light The Way.

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Shogun (1980) – Part 3

Shogun 1980 pulls an interesting detail from the book, both Mariko and Blackthorne communicate in Latin. Though the 2024 adaptation was superior, one thing it will NEVER have is John Rhys-Davies pitching a fit! The differences in Mariko’s portrayal in 1980 by Yoko Shimada and the 2024 version by Anna Sawai are evident. Get the dish on the good and the goofy in Shogun 1980. 

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LWT&A – Episode 422 – Rule 4: ????

Lunchtime! Jim is on vacation so A.Ron is joined by producer Talitha. Talitha has been working on a movie set and has a film fest coming up. Come ask her questions before she’s famous. What fictional characters would A.Ron and Talitha invite to the Met Gala? Does art have to be good? What was Apple thinking with that commercial?

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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! – S03E07 – Little House on the Prairie (1974) – S02E15 – “A Matter of Faith”

Does this episode even qualify as a very special episode? Maybe as a cautionary tale to keep your tetanus shot updated? Jay and A.Ron ponder this and many other intersections of the tradwife lifestyle and old school settler/colonialism in 19th century America. Plus, an update on how to do CPR properly from a health care professional. They sent along a video of a robot doing chest compressions on a human being and it’s not for the faint of heart or weak of stomach!

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Dark Matter – S01E03 – The Box

What’s in the box?! Jim and A.Ron explore the magic of technology and all the mildly interesting parts of this episode. How far will Jason go to keep Daniella? How does the observation of a thing change it? Could someone who has a quantum mechanics degree write into the show pretty, please?

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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD – S01E04 – Book vs. Show!

Prepare for your first full dose of Mushroom! Jim and A.Ron parse through the similarities and differences of the truth and Mushroom’s version of events. Alicent’s duty to the court, the brotherly relationship between Viserys and Daemon, and Rhaenyra’s personhood all come into question. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 365 – 369 of the hardcover version of Fire and Blood corresponding to the episode King of the Narrow Sea.

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Shogun (1980) – Part 2

Shogun is over, but the excitement continues. Tune in to hear Jim and A.Ron’s plans for further coverage on the world of Shogun. Did you write in feedback? Listen in as Jim and A.Ron discuss your questions and comments on this season of excellent television.

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