Go Doc Yourself

This week the Erins devour "Yuck: A 4th Graders Short Documentary About School Lunch," available on Vimeo. The observant Zach Maxwell has some questions about the food served by his New York elementary school. He embarks on a mission to secretly film his lunches over 6 months. Zach wonders how often what's on his plate matches the fantastical menu advertised online. Check out this budding journalist asking the rough questions!

This week, the Erins play back "Weird Al: Never Off Beat," available on Prime Video. Alfred Yankovic has been spoofing the biggest songs in music since the 80's. His efforts made him a pop icon and household name. A Weird Al parody was considered a right of passage by music's biggest start. Turns out he's also a delightful human being to boot!

This week the Erins get curious about "The Dogman Triangle: Werewolves in the Lonestar State," available on Amazon Prime. The dogman is a new variant of the well-loved werewolf. Cryptic lore evolves as people settle in new areas and bring stories from home. Texas is a great example of blended people and stories coming together to explain strange sightings. The Small Town Monsters crew does it again!

This week the Erins roll you with "How to Rob a Bank," available on Netflix. The 'Hollywood' bank robber swindled Seattle savings and loans at an unprecedented rate in the 1990's. The authorities struggled to catch the masterful thief who incorporated facial prosthetics into his heists. Luck eventually runs out for the wily bandit, much to the relief of local tellers!

This week the Erins ponder 'The Speedway Murders,' available to rent on Amazon Prime. The town of Speedway, Indiana has been seeking answers for the Burger Chef murders of 4 teenagers since 1978. This doc features the leading theories according to law enforcement and witnesses. Turns out the late 70's brought lots of intrigue to this small town!

This week the Erins express sorrow for "The Day Don Died," available on YouTube. This short doc runs us through the apartment complex rumor mill as news of Don's untimely departure spreads. Turns out that some details matter a great deal!

This week the Erins discuss "Brats," available on Hulu. Andrew McCarthy directs and stars in this ode to his 80's glory days. A single unflattering article alludes to Andrew and Peers being Hollywood's Brat Pack. The moniker is initially unwelcome, but the true impact takes 30 years to unfold.

This week the Erins converse on "Cosplay Culture," available on Tubi. Cosplay has grown from a deep love of compelling characters and people's need to escape their everyday lives. If you have the ability to sew, you may be able to capitalize on the huge demand for high quality costumes. Some designers travel the world to show off their skills and appear on stage. There may be titles and prize monies for the best!

This week the Erins examine "A Hole in the Head," available on Amazon Prime. Trepanation is the practice of drilling a hole in the skull to heighten consciousness. We have archeological evidence that humans have practiced cutting holes in skulls for thousands of years. We have little evidence to support the continued practice in modern times. Just why?!