Crooked Bit

By Crooked Bit Podcast

We explore how events, media, and fads of the past can serve as self-contained examples of our culture today. How are they represented currently, and how did they shape our cultural landscape? Oh yeah... more

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The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.

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October 04, 2021 Hard Copy
In our first episode (we didn't even have our actual podcast name yet!), we talk about the TV show Hard Copy. This show, although ridiculously overdramatic and pretty idiotic, has had a large influence on many of the media trends that came after it.
Maybe we can decipher what it was about Hard Copy that has made its style and legacy so enduring in tabloid media.
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46min
January 07, 2021 Stargate SG-1
Michael and Kevin have traveled millions of light years to let you know that you should not make a 90-minute television pilot. Join us for Stargate SG-1!
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1h 21min
December 08, 2020 Friends
Friends is one of the most popular TV series of all time. Does the pilot live up to the fame?
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1h 23min
July 29, 2019 Astrology
This time, we dive into the unnecessarily complex world of Astrology. In addition to the history of horoscopes and their effects on the world, we also have information on some of the most famous astrologers in history. We even have a very special guest in the second half of the episode, during which we analyze our own horoscopes and rate them for accuracy!
See also: Stories about our personalities, Subway sandwiches & Totino's Pizza Rolls, the Reagans.
Links
Zodiac Signs
American Federation of Astrologers
History of Astrology
Horoscopes are all wrong
Credits
Music by Spiedkiks
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1h 45min
June 12, 2019 Superman
After a short life-break, we are back with a new episode! Thanks to everyone who has been listening so far.
"Up, up, and away!" That's what people are definitely not saying about the review scores of Superman movies. Still, he remains America's most iconic superhero and is definitely responsible for the success of the genre. And now he's the topic of our podcast. Today we will discuss The Man of Steel and his many trials and tribulations throughout the years.
Links
Superman is a Human
Superman should be black
Superman IV - Throwing Bombs into the Sun
George Reeves' Mysterious Death
Seinfeld and Superman
Pictures
Shooting Little Supermen (one) (two)
Kryptonian Ultra-Medicine
Super Ventriloquism (one) (two) (three)
Music Videos
Our Lady Peace - Superman's Dead
Five for Fighting - Superman (It's Not Easy)
Three Doors Down - Kryptonite
Soulja Boy Tell'em - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
Credits
Music by Spiedkiks
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1h 60min
May 10, 2019 Soda
Whatever you like to call it, everyone knows that soda is a staple of US consumer culture. So come sit down, crack open a nice cold beverage, and join us while we discuss everything we can think of about soda!
See also: history of soda, other terms for soda, the Pepsi Challenge vs New Coke, and what your favorite soft drink says about you!
Links
Pepsi 2008 Redesign Pitch Document
Coca-Cola "Hilltop" Ad - 1971
Coca-Cola "Mean Joe Greene" Ad - 1979
Dr. Pepper "Wouldn't you Like to be a Pepper Too?" Ad
Regional Sodas
History of Soda
Pepsi History
Facebook variations - Wikipedia
Decline of Soda
Credits
Music by Spiedkiks
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1h 47min
May 02, 2019 Facebook
In our angriest episode yet, we rant heavily about our favorite ad-targeting service: Facebook! Oh, apparently they have social media features as well. Who knew?
See also: how much money FB has (it's a lot), different types of FB users, how Facebook is ruining society, and much more.
PLEASE LIKE AND SHARE. ONE LISTENER IGNORED AND THEY NEVER FOUND TRUE LOVE!
Links
Facebook growth numbers (CNBC)
Facebook active user growth (Statista)
Walmart annual revenue (Statista)
Public opinion of Facebook (Consumer Reports)
Least trusted tech companies (Statista)
"Friendly Fraud" (Reveal News)
Sheryl Sandberg investigated George Soros (NY Times)
Facebook moderators (The Verge)
Credits
Music by Spiedkiks
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1h 58min
April 18, 2019 Horses
Let's ride! In this equine episode, we dive into the world of all things horse. Join us as we discuss how horses have shaped human history, famous horses that we know of (hint: not that many), and our own personal experiences.
See also: horse art, Mr. Hands, college mascots.
Links
Zoo (2007) - The Movie about Mr. Hands
Bucephalus Wikipedia Page
Archie McPhee Horse Mask
Brooklyn Supreme - World's Largest Horse
Whistlejacket Painting
Not sure how we forgot about the Denver Broncos
Credits
Music by Spiedkiks
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1h 28min
April 05, 2019 Apocalypse
In the first episode of Semi On Topic, Michael and Kevin discuss the end-times. Which apocalypse is your favorite? See how it rates on our (essentially meaningless) scale!
We examine the ups and downs of various apocalyptic scenarios, and mention various films which feature them.
Links
Kevin's Apocalypse Movie Spreadsheet
That Patrick Swayze movie Michael was talking about
Credits
Music: Helicopter by Spiedkiks
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1h 58min

FAQs about Crooked Bit:

How many episodes does Crooked Bit have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.