Round three of the grub bug is here, and the More Than Monotobaggers have even more of those tiny little topics for you.  Maxwell wants to know about your perfect day. Evan thinks you should love The Rock even more than you already do. Dan has some secret talents to share.  Peter reminisces on old cartoons.

The More Than Monotocrackpots dive into the deep well of conspiracy theories this week, tackling one of the classics: our beautiful, pale blue disk.  Dan acts like a fool. Maxwell wants to be Jeff Foxworthy. Evan has some questions for former president George W. Bush. Peter offends just about everyone.

 

1 in 4 Americans Thinks the Sun Goes Around the Earth | NPR

It’s the first anniversary of More Than Monotony!  The More Than Monotogang takes a look back on 2018, and reflects on the best aspects of the year.  We hope our podcast has brought you a year’s worth of joy, and will continue to bring joy for many years to come.

Who plays more video games: your little cousin, or your great aunt?  Trick question, the answer is the More Than Monotogamers. As the video game industry continues to grow, the details of its reach can be surprising.  Peter picks up a marketing gig. Maxwell mixes up his holidays. Dan does some money math. Evan really doesn’t care for Ready Player One.

 

Essential Facts About the Computer and Video Game Industry | Entertainment Software Association

Beyond 50/50: Breaking Down the Percentage of Female Gamers by Genre | Quantic Foundry

With seemingly every film franchise being either remade or rebooted, the More Than Monotopeople weigh in on what makes a successful restart.  Matt joins the cast. Evan disapproves of sentient candelabras. Peter hopes Emma Watson is listening. Dan ruins Shrek.

In this Christmas hangover episode of More Than Monotony, the More Than Monotoholics talk up their favorite bars.  The usual hijinks ensue. Peter would rather talk about bears. Maxwell becomes less of a man. Dan is not a pilot.  Evan would like to apologize to the state of Florida.

You all loved it the first time, so Grab Bag returns with more bite-size tidbits from the More Than Monotomen.  Evan thinks TV shows are too long. Peter finally is allowed to talk Aquaman. Dan wants to know about your farts.  Maxwell listens to some guilty pleasure music.

For the next dive into mythology, the More Than Monotofolks look way back to the ancient Egyptians to see what made their gods stand out from their contemporaries.  Dan steals a point. Evan is sick of underworld deities. Peter becomes his own hype man. Maxwell derails a bowling alley.

Music is an essential, but oft-neglected part of movies, games, and television.  The More Than Monotosicians explore how a good soundtrack can enhance a work, and where you can find the best of those sweet, sweet scores.  Evan upsets the group. Dan sings Pokemon. Maxwell needs his 2 a.m. Peter goes “bwonk”

 

The Marvel Symphonic Universe | Every Frame a Painting

A Theory of Film Music | Dan Golding

Peter and Dan like to mess around with some other podcasts on the side.  If you’re looking for some recommendations for your second-favorite podcast, those two are the ones to ask, they’ll hook you up.  Evan is here too.