In Episode 39 of Recommendations Required, Ryan Mion and Glenn explore the complex ways individuals react to trauma using the documentary 'Minding the Gap' as a case study. The duo discusses the film's tonal shift and the different coping mechanisms of its characters. They also announce plans for a special 50th episode, envisioning an award show to reflect on their favorite recommendations, and invite audience participation in formulating award categories. The episode closes with Glenn recommending the board game 'War of Whispers' and looking forward to their next session.

Glenn tries to make sense of The Sandman and Ryan begins to regret his recommendation. Then Glenn gets excited about his recommendation only for Ryan to shoot it down. Then some house keeping for these long-term recommendations.

Glenn rants about the movie Circle, Ryan calls out Glenn and then gives his quick review for Mort. We follow the trend of out-there ideas as Ryan recommends another graphic novel.

Glenn gives his thoughts on The Finals. Ryan can talk more about why S-Town did not do it for him. Then another book recommendation and a surprise guest!

Ryan reviews the podcast's first podcast and there is a lot to talk about. Glenn tries a new opener and it's a keeper!

More awesome animations and then Ryan and Glenn start getting into when is it better to have something animated vs live action. Then the first podcast is recommended!