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The dawn of the action/superhero movie season is upon us! With the release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, summer blockbuster season is already here … and (ahem) spring just began. Here’s the question, though: Is Batman v Superman worth your time and money? The early reviews from critics weren’t too kind, but what does our Critic have to say? To find out, listen to this conversation between the Critic and the Referee. You don’t want to miss it!

Batman v Superman Show Notes

Official Website: http://batmanvsuperman.dccomics.com/

Wikipedia Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman_v_Superman:_Dawn_of_Justice

IMDb Page: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2975590/

FiveThirtyEight’s Take on Batman’s and Superman’s Relationship: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/batman-superman-movie/

Why Watch That

Superhero Movies have been increasing in popularity. People of all ages love to see how images from a page will be brought to life on the big screen. Listen to the Critic and the Referee discuss some popular and some not-so popular superhero films. We hope this helps you determine what to watch as superhero movie season kicks into gear!

Branding is a huge part of making a dent in today's very crowded business world. As technology allows people to enter the marketplace more easily, it's important to have a clear, strong brand that stands out.

For instance, Kim Kardarshian is definitely social media branding royalty and has no trouble garnering attention. She uses every way possible to keep people interested in her and her family's brands. A  recent example occurred a few weeks ago, when she posted yet another nude picture of herself. Even Bette Midler had to respond. Whether you agree with Kim's approach or not, you can't argue that she always manages to be at the forefront of conversation, even if you don't believe that there's a talent to justify it.

In this episode of Idea Jungle, the Mentor and the Visionary discuss the importance of social media in building a brand that succeeds in today's world. Even with limited resources, as long as you develop a solid plan, social media will help you grow a strong brand and business.

It’s March Madness time, so the Critic and the Referee decided to participate by highlighting movies that are all about b-ball. In addition, they discuss new TV shows, introduce ”Did You Know?", and offer a "Pick of the Week" that you may not be aware of. Enjoy!

Show Notes

New TV Shows

Vinyl (HBO): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3186130/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Billions (Showtime): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4270492/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Underground (WGN): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4522400/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Mercy Street (PBS): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4597870/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Baskets (FX): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3468798/?ref_=nv_sr_1

The Family (ABC): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4428038/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Did You Know?

From Spike Lee’s Malcolm X: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104797/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast

March Madness Movies

Finding Forrester: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0181536/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Space Jam: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117705/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Love & Basketball: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0199725/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

White Men Can’t Jump: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105812/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Teen Wolf: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090142/?ref_=nv_sr_2

Pick of the Week

Prey on BBC America (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3315020/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2)

EPISODE 33: There’s a lot going on in the sports world, so the Scout and the GM decided to bring you their thoughts on several topics. In this episode, they discuss Spurs vs. Warriors, the top 2 prospects for the NBA from NCAA basketball (otherwise known as our version of March Madness), and the uproar coming out of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, CA. Enjoy!

Show Notes

Spurs vs. Warriors: http://espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=400828923

Top 2 NBA Prospects: Ben Simmons – http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Ben-Simmons-61928/

  Brandon Ingram – http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Brandon-Ingram-7260/

(CBS Sports’ 2016 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings: http://www.draftexpress.com/rankings/Top-100-Prospects/)

The Uproar at Indian Wells: http://www.tennis.com/pro-game/2016/03/tournament-director-of-bnp-paribas-open-criticizes-wta-tour/57931/#.Vu9gwBIrIUE

EPISODE 30: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses the aftermath of Super Tuesday Part 3, cloning dogs, the "Om" massage, and more. Enjoy!

THIS WEEK’S TOPICS

The Sizzle

Anonymous releases Donald Trump’s personal information … supposedly: http://www.newsweek.com/anonymous-publishes-donald-trumps-private-data-438350

Politics

The Aftermath of Super Tuesday Part 3: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/17/us/politics/primary-elections-highlights.html?ref=politics&_r=0 AND http://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/17/us/politics/republicans-enter-a-shadow-campaign-to-sew-up-delegates.html AND http://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2016-election/trump-warns-supporters-may-riot-fears-violence-escalate-n540516

Odd News

The “Om” Massage: http://nypost.com/video/is-this-meditation-or-just-masturbation/

Health & Science

Plants know they're being eaten, supposedly: http://www.businessinsider.com/plants-know-they-are-being-eaten-2014-10

Business

Nike's new self-lacing sneaks and fitness app: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-03-17/nike-disrupts-the-shoelace-like-it-s-1989

What We Don’t Care About

Designer Diane Von Furstenberg and her hubby cloned their dog: http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/03/barry-diller-and-dvf-cloned-their-dog.html

The Tomfool of the Week

Can you spot the Tomfool in this story? https://www.yahoo.com/music/motivational-speaker-goes-off-script-114600670.html

Why Watch That Vintage

This week’s 66th Primetime Emmy Awards honored the amazing work of some of today’s most recognizable actors. But, what about the actors who are no longer as recognizable? In this episode, the Critic and the Referee ask: “Whatever happened to…?” In their own unique way, they pay homage to the actors who used to be hot on the scene. Take a trip down memory lane with them, and enjoy the ride.

Since this month is Women’s History Month, the Critic and the Referee decided to celebrate by highlighting actresses who are on the verge of making history and films that feature female characters (real or imagined) who drive the plot. From Shailene Woodley to Danai Gurira, from “Frida” to “9 to 5,” this conversation covers both familiar and unfamiliar ground. Hats off to the women who have been, are, and will be the movers-and-shakers of history. Enjoy!

Note: Tessa Thompson appeared in the play, "Smart People." She didn't appear in "Race." The Ref apologizes profusely for the mistake. 

Show Notes

Talk 1: Actresses – The Future History Makers

Tessa Thompson: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1935086/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Gugu Mbatha-Raw: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1813221/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Keri Russell: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005392/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Danai Gurira: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1775091/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Lupita Nyong’o: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2143282/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Emma Watson: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0914612/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Shailene Woodley: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0940362/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Eve Hewson: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2016723/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Talk 2: Great Films About Women

The Josephine Baker Story: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102167/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Elizabeth (film): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0127536/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Elizabeth I (HBO miniseries): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0465326/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2

9 to 5: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080319/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Frida: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120679/?ref_=nv_sr_6

Working Girl: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096463/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Pick of the Week: TV Land’s “Younger” http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3288518/?ref_=nv_sr_1

EPISODE 32: In this episode of Connoisseurs of Sport, the Scout and the basketball GM play “Who You Got?” Imagine that you’re going to start a franchise with no coach or system of play in place. You have two players to choose between. Who would you choose and why? The Scout and the GM go through some matchups and do just that. You don’t want to miss the back-and-forth discussion that gets to the core of what being a fan is all about. (Plus, there’s a bonus discussion about shooting mechanics.) Enjoy!

Show Notes

MATCHUPS:

Karl-Anthony Towns (Timberwolves) vs. Anthony Davis (Pelicans): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=townska01&p2=davisan02&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

Damian Lillard (Trailblazers) vs. Russell Westbrook (Thunder): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=lillada01&p2=westbru01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

Kawhi Leonard (Spurs) vs. James Harden (Rockets): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=leonaka01&p2=hardeja01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

Kevin Durant (Thunder) vs. Kawhi Leonard (Spurs): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=duranke01&p2=leonaka01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

Kevin Durant (Thunder) vs. Lebron James (Cavaliers): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=duranke01&p2=jamesle01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

Devin Booker (Suns) vs. D’Angelo Russell (Lakers): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=bookede01&p2=russeda01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=

SHOOTING MECHANICS:

One Motion vs. Two Motion Shots (and everything in between): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxqbmCwlobI

EPISODE 29: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses Kim K and that selfie, Bernie vs. Hillary and Trump vs. … everyone, Joe’s Crab Shack, Ghostbusters, the Dog Whisperer, and more. Enjoy!

THIS WEEK’S TOPICS

The Sizzle

Kim K's nude selfie & (unnecessary) reaction: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/kim-kardashian-naked-selfie-shouldnt-have-been-such-a-surprise-a6917581.html AND http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/kim-kardashian-nude-selfie-row-emily-ratajkowski-sharon-osbourne-share-own-naked-pictures-to-support-a6922716.html

Politics

Bernie's "ghetto" comment (Really?!): https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/powerpost/paloma/daily-202/2016/03/07/daily-202-five-reasons-bernie-sanders-lost-last-night-s-democratic-debate/56dcf1e6981b92a22d730a5d/ & Bernie upsets Clinton in Michigan: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-the-polls-missed-bernie-sanders-michigan-upset/ & Another "Super Tuesday" (3-15-16): http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2016/us/elections/primary-calendar-and-results.html?_r=0 AND http://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/election-2016/primary-forecast/florida-democratic/

Odd News

A strange hum plagues a Canadian city: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2016/03/07/strange-hum-canadian-city-windsor/81453386/

Health & Science

Anyone want to fast ... intermittently? http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/03/07/intermittent-fasting-diets-are-gaining-acceptance/?smid=tw-share&_r=0

Business

Joe’s Crab Shack doesn’t know what to decorate a table with: http://abcnews.go.com/US/joes-crab-shack-fire-photo-black-mans-hanging/story?id=37580530

What We Don’t Care About

The upcoming Ghostbusters reboot is scientifically sound (well, sort of): http://www.vulture.com/2016/03/learn-the-actual-science-behind-ghostbusters.html#

The Tomfool of the Week

The whole “Dog Whisperer” controversy: http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/nation-now/2016/03/11/dog-whisperer-cesar-millan-investigated-animal-cruelty/81638112/