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In this conversation, Greg and Meredith discuss the 1997 movie Flubber and its various aspects, the plot, the science behind Flubber, the characters, and the 'The Absent Minded Professor' of which it is a remake. They also discuss various inventions and technological advancements, including the internet, cell phones, electric cars, wearables, and GPS. They also talk about the Cybertruck and its polarizing design. The conversation then shifts to the character Weebo, a flying robot. They discuss the role of Weebo in the movie and the themes of AI and robot souls. The conversation touches on other Robin Williams movies and Disney remakes. The episode concludes with a discussion about the nostalgic vibe of Flubber and the connections to other Disney films.
00:00 - Introduction and Background
03:13 - Exploring the Plot and Science of Flubber
06:09 - The Inconsistencies in Flubber's Story
08:57 - The Cultural Context of Flubber
12:12 - The Impact of Flubber on Society
23:26 - Exploring Inventions and Technological Advancements
24:22 - The Polarizing Design of the Cybertruck
27:14 - The Role of Weebo and the Themes of AI and Robot Souls
29:04 - Robin Williams and His Mix of Comedy and Seriousness
44:10 - The Nostalgic Vibe of Flubber and Disney Remakes
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By Greg Titian & Meredith Ambelang4.5
9898 ratings
In this conversation, Greg and Meredith discuss the 1997 movie Flubber and its various aspects, the plot, the science behind Flubber, the characters, and the 'The Absent Minded Professor' of which it is a remake. They also discuss various inventions and technological advancements, including the internet, cell phones, electric cars, wearables, and GPS. They also talk about the Cybertruck and its polarizing design. The conversation then shifts to the character Weebo, a flying robot. They discuss the role of Weebo in the movie and the themes of AI and robot souls. The conversation touches on other Robin Williams movies and Disney remakes. The episode concludes with a discussion about the nostalgic vibe of Flubber and the connections to other Disney films.
00:00 - Introduction and Background
03:13 - Exploring the Plot and Science of Flubber
06:09 - The Inconsistencies in Flubber's Story
08:57 - The Cultural Context of Flubber
12:12 - The Impact of Flubber on Society
23:26 - Exploring Inventions and Technological Advancements
24:22 - The Polarizing Design of the Cybertruck
27:14 - The Role of Weebo and the Themes of AI and Robot Souls
29:04 - Robin Williams and His Mix of Comedy and Seriousness
44:10 - The Nostalgic Vibe of Flubber and Disney Remakes
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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