Cultured, But... Not Really

2022 was a MASSIVE year for the video game industry, and one of those long-anticipated games was FromSoftware's Elden Ring. If you are interested in playing this fantasy action role-playing game, give a listen to Brian break down the major plot points of this incredible game.

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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Many of us in the US grew up on the belief that if we threw a coin in a fountain or a well that a wish would be granted. Where did that tale come from?

We return from our break with an episode about one of our favorite things, games! We've done video games before, so today's episode is dedicated to all those other types of games out there.

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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William Shakespeare is arguably the most influential writer in all of the English language. However, large pieces of his life are a mystery, but his contribution to our modern culture is monumental. 

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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Have you ever looked at a piece of art in the art deco style and wondered, where did that come from? In this episode we explore the style and just how far it spread!

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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Narnia is a magical world that has transcended the book series it belongs to. How did C. S. Lewis create this mystical land, and (most importantly) what exactly is the order to read these books in?

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Stephen surprised Brian with a bracket tournament of video games. Video games face each other for the most culturally relevant video game of all time. Who will it be? Super Mario 64? The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time? Super Smash Bros. Melee? Or something else?

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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Happy pride month! It's no secret that Brian loves the art of drag, but this artform is not as young as you think. Spoilers... it's pretty old. Like... ancient!

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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What is Stephen's favorite place he's never been? La cité de Paris! Come take a walk with us around one of the oldest cities in the world and learn more about it!

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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What are your favorite video games? A bit of history and a bit of our favorites to give this episode a true CBNR feel.

Theme music is by Daryl Banner.

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