Is It Better Than Jurassic Park?

One score and several days ago, a film was released that would change the world forever. That film's name is Independence Day. Known as ID4 to its friends, it would conquer the 1996 box office and the hearts of fans around the globe. Quick side story: I saw this film when it was released in IMAX and the guy behind me fell asleep and snored very loudly. He obviously had one opinion of it, but what do Scott and James and their guest Alex Kleinman think? They'll tell you, but first there's some discussion of very hypothetical math, fire physics, and maybe some things that aren't nerdy if you're lucky. Did you guys know that "nerdy" and "Nedry" are almost spelled the same. I just figured that out because I typed wrong. Do you think it was a typo that the writers just left in? Sorry, I'm Russell Casse drunk... Where were we? Oh yeah, also there's a very simple game that one player can't figure out. And then we'll decide: tentacles or tiny arms when we ask "Is It Better Than Jurassic Park?"

*After the episode there's a brief, spoilerless coda about the new ID: Resurgence.

**How Much Would it Cost to Build Jurassic Park? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS8a98DJhhI

*** Giftalk podcast https://soundcloud.com/american-glasser/giftalk-episode-1-01

One score and several days ago, a film was released that would change the world forever. That film's name is Independence Day. Known as ID4 to its friends, it would conquer the 1996 box office and the hearts of fans around the globe. Quick side story: I saw this film when it was released in IMAX and the guy behind me fell asleep and snored very loudly. He obviously had one opinion of it, but what do Scott and James and their guest Alex Kleinman think? They'll tell you, but first there's some discussion of very hypothetical math, fire physics, and maybe some things that aren't nerdy if you're lucky. Did you guys know that "nerdy" and "Nedry" are almost spelled the same. I just figured that out because I typed wrong. Do you think it was a typo that the writers just left in? Sorry, I'm Russell Casse drunk... Where were we? Oh yeah, also there's a very simple game that one player can't figure out. And then we'll decide: tentacles or tiny arms when we ask "Is It Better Than Jurassic Park?"

*After the episode there's a brief, spoilerless coda about the new ID: Resurgence.

**How Much Would it Cost to Build Jurassic Park? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS8a98DJhhI

*** Giftalk podcast https://soundcloud.com/american-glasser/giftalk-episode-1-01

Before you ask, YES this episode has the prerequisite number of terrible Boston accents. Is it too many? That's on you to decide, you Harvard egghead. Last episode ended in a cliffhanger! Did Scott fire James as cohost? Yes. Yes he did. So new cohost Johnny Wahl is sitting in and a special guest (you'll never guess who) brings in Good Will Hunting for us to consider. Topics discussed include, but are not limited to: the reasons George Lucas did the prequels, human testicles, and whether or not you do indeed like those apples. And what's the meaning of the phrase "Unmoistened Frigid Russian Winter?" Your dumb books aren't going to tell you. You have to experience this podcast for yourself or whatever. Also Matt Damon stole my line when he asked Is Good Will Hunting better than Jurassic Park? OK Bye.

Redrum! REDRUM!! Geez what does it take to get a drink in this bar? Oh hello ghosts who may or may not exist. Are you ready for another episode? Well too bad, because it's coming at you like an axe to the chest. James and Scott are joined by Grant DeArmitt and Robert Puncher, hosts of the podcast Conspiracize Me! (https://itun.es/i6Yv746), to talk about Stanley Kubrick's conspiracy-laden film The Shining. We'll get a taste of Robert's character work, Grant's supernatural abilities, and the whole thing ends with a SHOCKING CLIFFHANGER!! And before we freeze to death one question will echo through the empty corridors: Is It Better Than Jurassic Park?

If you want him, come and claim him! This episode I mean. Podcasts are inherently male. That's a fact. Returning guest Olivia Zubrowski is back this week to talk with Scott and James about the first part of the fantasy epic The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Rings!! This episode is full of magic, laughs, and friendship, but also there's talk of Hawaiian shirts, O-faces, and the reoccurrence rate of Mr. Smithers. And of course, we'll answer the question, "Is it better than Jurassic Park?" Fly, you fools!!

It's a supersized episode to talk about a movie that's supersize fun! We've got Gary Burns joining us once again to talk about another of his childhood faves, Last Action Hero. James, Scott, and Gary discuss divorce, Jay Leno, and we introduce TWO new features, one of which is probably definitely called Dino DNA, and Hello Hollywood?! Arnold Schwarzenegger may be the Last Action Hero, but Is It Better Than Jurassic Park?

*Theme music is Arnold singing Yakkity Yak from the movie Twins.

**There's a small audio problem that I couldn't fix because I'm not a wizard! One audio track goes out for a couple seconds. Do not adjust your ears.

and a 5 6 7 8! ...then comes 9 probably. Anyway here's an episode where James and Scott talk about the movie musical Chicago with theatre-goer Bill Magee. They'll also run through the origins of Orange is the New Black, talk about babysitting for celebrities, and bask in the miracle that is Taye Diggs. Also, Scott made a hard game that everyone hates! Richard Gere can probably do a better cartwheel than a T-Rex, but is Chicago better than Jurassic Park?

In the loudest and probably most unlistenable episode yet, Scott and James got 2 idiots really drunk and forced them to watch The Terminal. Then they all talked about it. They also talked conspiracy theories, the proper pronunciation of "jaguar," and made a few good pouring water sound effects. Is it better than Jurassic Park? You'll have to listen to the whole episode to find out!

Here's an extra special little treat for all you Deadpool-heads. It's the game that was cut from the last episode! Conner and James showdown in the IIBTJP patented Loopdaed and we'll figure out which one of these gentlemen is a Clever Girl (that's from the movie Jurassic Park. Heard of it?)! Enjoy!

Well hello there. That's right, I'm talking specifically to you Kevin. Alright put your 4th walls back up, you're letting the heat out and I'm not made of money. Anyway, here's a podcast. It's about Deadpool. Deadpool fan Conner Kennedy is in it. He talks to James and Scott about the Australian film rating system, 90s Nickelodeon show "The Secret World of Alex Mack," and the importance of well-defined superpowers. But wait there's more! They'll also answer the question "Is it better than Jurassic Park?" (That's the title!)

***EDITOR'S NOTE***

The game for this episode was too long and, frankly, poorly made. So it'll be released as a bonus episode now or soon!