Hitting Play

WARNING: SPOILERS AND MAJOR PLOT POINTS ARE DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE! MAKE SURE YOU SEE THE MOVIE BEFORE LISTENING! 

Join Scott and Shawn as they discuss their immediate reaction to seeing Star Wars Episode VII The Force Awakens on opening day. Shawn and Scott recorded this discussion on their ride to and from the theater to capture their initial opinions of what they just saw. On the way, they'll talk about some lingering questions they had about the film, and on the way back, if those questions were answered, and even some new ones that arose. (They'll also talk about the stern warning that the projectionist gave to the crowd after pausing the movie. That was a first.) So take a ride to the theater with us, and may the force be with you! 

For a more in-depth discussion of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, check out our next episode. 

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Join Scott and Shawn as they discuss the cult hit Japanese game show that's entertained millions of people in dozens of countries for nigh on three decades: Takeshi's Castle! Listen as they discuss its start from a Tokyo Broadcasting System game show to worldwide phenomenon. They'll discuss the show's host, acclaimed writer/director/actor Takeshi Kitano, the most disgusting looking water you'll ever see, some creative yet near impossible physical challenges, the story of an American baseball player who found new fame as a character on the show, and much more! So crawl out of your green subterranean pipes, don't fall in the water, and storm the castle with us! 

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Join Scott and Shawn as they discuss the cult hit Japanese game show that's entertained millions of people in dozens of countries for nigh on three decades: Takeshi's Castle! Listen as they discuss its start from a Tokyo Broadcasting System game show to worldwide phenomenon. They'll discuss the show's host, acclaimed writer/director/actor Takeshi Kitano, the most disgusting looking water you'll ever see, some creative yet near impossible physical challenges, the story of an American baseball player who found new fame as a character on the show, and much more! So crawl out of your green subterranean pipes, don't fall in the water, and storm the castle with us! 
Please email us at [email protected] Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Scott, Kevin, and special guest Vine superstar Bottlerocket as they review "The Alliance", a hilarious early episode of NBC's hit adapted Britcom The Office! Listen as they discuss how this series differed from its UK counterpart, some hidden jokes you may have missed, and what scenes were left on the cutting room floor. They'll also talk about their own experiences with office life, why not quite everybody can stand Steve Carrell's Michael Scott character, and other celebrities that auditioned for roles in the show. So take a break, have an alliance member tape you up in a cardboard box (poke some air holes first) and enjoy the show!

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Join Scott and his very special guest, Aqua Teen expert "Morgan Freeman" (wink, wink) as they breakdown The Shaving, a classic episode of the funny and surreal Adult Swim animated series Created by Matt Maiellaro and Dave Willis: Aqua Teen Hunger Force! Listen as they talk about the onion-like creature voiced by The Best Show's host Tom Scharpling, how the show's creators pitched the show a little differently, and the shocking reveal at the end. Also, Scott talks about the origin of the characters Master Shake, Frylock, and Meatwad, "Morgan" talks about his own experiences about watching this episode, then this episode finishes with a shocking reveal of its own! It's the weirdest episode of Hitting Play yet! 

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Join Scott and his very special guest, Aqua Teen expert "Morgan Freeman" (wink, wink) as they breakdown The Shaving, a classic episode of the funny and surreal Adult Swim animated series Created by Matt Maiellaro and Dave Willis: Aqua Teen Hunger Force! Listen as they talk about the onion-like creature voiced by The Best Show's host Tom Scharpling, how the show's creators pitched the show a little differently, and the shocking reveal at the end. Also, Scott talks about the origin of the characters Master Shake, Frylock, and Meatwad, "Morgan" talks about his own experiences about watching this episode, then this episode finishes with a shocking reveal of its own! It's the weirdest episode of Hitting Play yet! 
Please email us at [email protected] Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Scott and fellow Arrested Development fan Steve, as they breakdown the hilarious tenth episode of Arrested Development's Emmy award winning first season: "Pier Pressure"! Listen as they discuss this cautionary tale of young George Michael Bluth's struggle between putting family first and doing the right thing. They'll talk about the amazing attention to detail found within the show, the brilliant acting of one of the funniest ensemble casts in television history, and why this series rewards repeated viewings. Also, Steve talks about how some of the real life experiences of the show's creators have influenced various aspects of the show, how Jeffrey Tambor was a late addition to this amazing cast, and how the character of Lucille Austero finally made him appreciate Liza Minnelli. So grab a frozen banana, pour yourself a glass of milk (leave a note if you run out), and enjoy the show! 

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Join Scott and Star Wars expert Paul for this BONUS EPISODE of Hitting Play as they breakdown every detail of the latest trailer for the most anticipated film of the year, Star Wars: Episode VII: The Force Awakens! Just after Scott and Paul analyzed a new batch of trailers in our previous episode, J.J. Abrams and crew released a brand new TV spot with loads of new footage! This new trailer, called "TV Spot 5" is being described as "Finn-centric" and offers new glimpses at the character of Finn and his journey from disillusioned stormtrooper to apprehensive hero to potential Jedi. In addition to discussing this new look at the movie, Scott and Paul will also discuss some other details about the movie that the internet has found and speculated on, including: the many flags and symbols of Maz Kanata's castle, if Rey's home is an old AT-AT, new improvements to the tie fighter design, and if the recent Vanity Fair magazine reveals a clue about Boba Fett. So much to talk about, and surely, more to come! May the sequels be with you! 

For more, check out Paul and Scott's analysis of the other trailers for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens in the Hitting Play archives! 

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Join Scott and Star Wars expert Paul as they breakdown every little detail of not one, not two, but THREE new trailers for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens! (We know, we know, we thought we were done with these too!) Three trailers that offered many new interesting clues, and raised new questions as well. First, they discuss the trailer aired that during ABC's Thursday Night "TGIT" block, (including some ridiculous testimonials by the casts of various ABC dramas.) They'll talk about Finn and Rey's introduction to one another, additional clues to Finn's origin as an escaped stormtrooper, and a new scene of the resistance base. Next, they'll discuss the Japanese trailer, including what new intriguing clues can be gathered by translating the Japanese subtitles. Especially one potentially huge line not heard in English. And finally, they breakdown the new 30 second TV spot, and how its very short scenes can still tell us quite a lot about the characters and their locations during the movie. Then, combining all of these new clues, they'll discuss Maz Kanata's role in the Star Wars saga, what her cryptic lines of dialogue mean, if Finn is the new successor to Anakin and Luke, and much, much more! (Oh, they talk about the new posters too!) Does Rey live in an old AT-AT? Do podracers' flags from The Phantom Menace make an appearance? Is our favorite fishy admiral back? They talk about it! May the sequels be with you! 

For more, check out Paul and Scott's analysis of the third trailer for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens in the Hitting Play archives! 

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Join Scott and Hamish as they go back to the (um...very recent past?) and conclude their two part series, breaking down the 2015 scenes from the iconic film "Back To The Future Part II"! In part one, they discussed 2015 Hill Valley. Now, for part two, they delve deep into the scenes that take place at the home of the now married Marty and Jennifer McFly in 2015's Hilldale. From thumb pads to multi channel TV's to robot chefs, they'll discuss what innovations and devices the movie got right, and what still looks like the future today. They'll also talk about how Pepsi mishandled their "Pepsi Perfect" campaign, how the USA Today did everything right with their Back To The Future promotion, and why shoes like Nike MAGs may actually be closer to hitting the shelves than we think. So hydrate a pizza, put your video goggles on silent, and explore the amazing world of Wednesday, October 21, 2015 along with us! 

For part one, check out the 2015 Hill Valley episode of this podcast! 

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