Shocked & Applaud

The world's about to be destroyed, but there's no use getting all annoyed! January 2021's episode is 2005's "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy". Join us as we discuss how we were introduced to the ever-expanding universe of author Douglas Adams and begin to explore the plot of one of our all-time favorite science fiction films, all the way to the improbable rescue of Ford and Arthur by the Heart of Gold. Jen's Recommendations for This Week:

• Best Film Ever: Wonder Woman
• Film Rage: Why Are We Still Talking About Denise Richards?

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The world's about to be destroyed, but there's no use getting all annoyed! January 2021's episode is 2005's "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy". 

Join us as we discuss how we were introduced to the ever-expanding universe of author Douglas Adams and begin to explore the plot of one of our all-time favorite science fiction films, all the way to the improbable rescue of Ford and Arthur by the Heart of Gold. 

Jen's Recommendations for This Week:

• Best Film Ever: Wonder Woman
• Film Rage: Why Are We Still Talking About Denise Richards?

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Sean and Maddie are back with plenty of additional details about our December 2020 episode, "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians"! Learn exactly how old a 10-year-old child would be on Mars, how much it would cost for rocket fuel of an 5 kg toy, and what percentage of the film was stock footage!Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments:

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Naomi's brother Abraham suggested that this year's December episode be "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians". In fact, he's been suggesting this movie to us since 2018. So, we thought it would be great to bring him on for a special end-of-year interview episode.  This month's Shocked Talk episode is coming soon!  Please enjoy and have a Happy New Year!Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments:

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Naomi's brother Abraham suggested that this year's December episode be "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians". In fact, he's been suggesting this movie to us since 2018. So, we thought it would be great to bring him on for a special end-of-year interview episode. 

This month's Shocked Talk episode is coming soon!  Please enjoy and have a Happy New Year!

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Santa learns the power of giving the finger. Dropo dresses as his idol, Kris Kringle, leading to Benny Hill-worthy high jinks. Toys become the actual conquerers of the Martians. And finally, our shocked and applaudable moments!We'll be back next week with Naomi's discussion about the film and other Christmas things with her brother Abraham.Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments:

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Santa learns the power of giving the finger. Dropo dresses as his idol, Kris Kringle, leading to Benny Hill-worthy high jinks. Toys become the actual conquerers of the Martians. And finally, our shocked and applaudable moments!

We'll be back next week with Naomi's discussion about the film and other Christmas things with her brother Abraham.

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The Martians kidnap Billy and Betty because ... reasons? Mrs. Claus can't escape the camera's patriarchal powers. And, all of earth comes together over the magic of -- nope, it's not Christmas -- it's German scientists talking about invasions!Jen's recommendations for this week:

• Coolness Chronicles: Nanotated Time Tubes Part II
• Super Media Bros: Lego Star Wars Holiday Special

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Join us as we send 2020 out with what is considered by some to be the WORST MOVIE OF ALL TIME! Fitting, right?We'll somehow manage to make it past the credits and theme song, introduce you to Santa's non-woke workshop, and with the help of an ancient guru, get to the bottom of why Mars' kids are getting sick of adulting.Jen's recommendations for this week:

• Book Retorts: Snowmageddon
• Fantasy Reboot: Die Hard

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Sean and Madeleine give their episode corrections and quote some great lines from the film! We read some more recent reviews from Applauders. And if you like fart jokes, you won't want to miss Sean's favorite movie fact.Have some feedback for us?  Email us at [email protected] or visit these fine Web establishments:

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