Crooked Bit

Crooked Bit

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Crooked Bit episodes

  • 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.

    46 min
  • 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!

    1 hr 21 min
  • Friends

    Friends is one of the most popular TV series of all time. Does the pilot live up to the fame?

    1 hr 23 min
  • 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
    1 hr 45 min
  • 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
    2 hr
  • 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
    1 hr 47 min
  • 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
    1 hr 58 min
  • 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
    1 hr 28 min
  • 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
    1 hr 58 min

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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, also we make fun of them.