Story Archives, a TV and Film Podcast

Story Archives, a TV and Film Podcast

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  • 'Pluribus' - S1E1-2 'We Is Us' & 'Pirate Lady' Review

    Welcome back to ‘Pluribus’ by Story Archives. In this debut episode, we break down the first two episodes of Vince Gilligan's new series ‘Pluribus’. Hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton discuss the thematic elements, plot developments, and potential metaphors underlying the show. They explore the sociological and psychological aspects of the characters, the mysterious genetic sequence, and speculate on where the series might head next.


    00:00 Welcome and Reunited Hosts

    00:36 Covering Recent Shows and Solo Pods

    01:18 Introduction to Pluribus

    01:40 Personal Updates and Show Impressions

    02:45 Discussion on Pluribus Episode One

    08:09 Themes and Metaphors in Pluribus

    14:36 Speculations and Future Predictions

    19:36 Character Analysis and Symbolism

    27:13 Vince Gilligan's Storytelling and Expectations

    38:32 Character Analysis: Lakshmi and Carol

    39:11 The Hive Mind Dilemma

    40:47 Carol's Struggle and Strategy

    41:56 The Positive Side of the Hive Mind

    42:26 Speculations and Theories

    44:59 Symbolism and Hidden Messages

    55:22 Episode Ratings and Future Predictions

    56:03 After Pod: Black Rabbit and Other Shows

    01:00:21 Movie Backlog and James Bond Discussion

    01:03:28 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts


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    1 hr 5 min
  • 'The Map That Leads to You' Review

    In this episode of Story Archives, Mario introduces a new series called 'Mini Movie Reviews,' starting with a review of the romantic film 'The Map That Leads to You.' Mario gives a summary and his personal thoughts on the movie, discussing its plot, characters, and overall themes. He critiques the rushed romantic development but praises the emotion and chemistry between characters, ultimately giving the film a 7 out of 10. The episode reflects on the balance between structured and spontaneous living, both in travel and in life.


    00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives

    00:07 Introducing Mario's Mini Movie Reviews

    01:04 Setting the Scene: A Messy Saturday Morning

    01:11 Reviewing 'The Map That Leads to You'

    01:33 Plot Overview and Characters

    03:26 Romantic Dynamics and Themes

    04:46 Comparisons and Personal Reflections

    07:32 Final Thoughts and Ratings

    15:49 Travel Preferences and Personal Anecdotes

    17:22 Conclusion and Call to Action

    19 min
  • Alice in Borderland Season Three Review

    In this episode of Story Archives, Host Mario Busto reviews the thrilling third season of Netflix's Alice in Borderland, starring Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya, and Kento Kaku


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    26 min
  • TASK on HBO Series Review

    In this episode of Story Archives, Host Mario Busto reviews the latest hit HBO Drama, Task, starring Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, and Emilia Jones.


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    32 min
  • 'Slow Horses' - S5E2-4 'Missiles' Review

    Hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton return to discuss episodes 2 through 4 of Slow Horses Season 5. They delve into first impressions, character developments, and plot twists, particularly the surprising ending of episode 4. They critique the pacing, character arcs, and discuss their predictions for the remainder of the season. The episode also includes off-topic conversations about other TV shows and movies.


    00:00 Welcome and Episode Overview

    00:29 First Impressions and Season Comparison

    02:04 Character Analysis: River Cartwright

    03:46 Plot Speculations and Theories

    15:58 Security Lapses and Plot Holes

    25:27 Actor Highlights and Fun Facts

    32:15 Nostalgic Batman Movies

    32:41 Skipping to Nolan's Batman

    33:48 Mid-Season Update Discussion

    35:55 Slow Horses Predictions

    40:14 TV Show Pacing Issues

    43:03 House of Guinness Critique

    46:00 Game of Thrones Comparisons

    48:39 Movie and TV Show Recommendations

    55:03 The Power of Storytelling

    56:49 Podcast Industry Insights

    01:02:45 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off


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    1 hr 4 min
  • 'Slow Horses' - S5E1 'Bad Dates' Review

    Welcome back to Story Archives, where hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into the premiere of Slow Horses Season 5, titled 'Bad Dates'. They discuss the show's return after a break, explore character dynamics, notable plot points, and the evolving storyline. The episode delves into themes like political conspiracies, personal struggles of the characters, and possible future twists. Highlights include Jackson Lamb's unique management style, River Cartwright's emotional turmoil, and Roddy's unexpected romance. They also speculate on the direction of upcoming episodes and touch on recent shows they are watching.


    00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives

    00:44 Introduction to Slow Horses

    01:44 Season Four Recap and Critique

    04:03 Character Dynamics and Predictions

    08:56 Jackson Lamb's Unique Charm

    12:24 Political Intrigue and Theories

    20:22 Upcoming Shows and Final Thoughts

    21:30 Setting the Stage: Hitting 10,000

    21:42 Peaky Blinders Connections

    22:12 Shirley's Pursuit and Roddy's Awkwardness

    23:25 Roddy's Character Analysis

    24:04 River's Trauma and Roddy's Targeting

    25:44 Office Shootout Recap

    26:14 Comedic Relief and Character Dynamics

    26:49 Catherine's Alcohol Struggles

    28:13 Jackson Lamb's Hygiene

    31:34 Future Show Plans and Guinness Talk

    34:35 Favorite Characters and Scenes

    39:56 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell


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    41 min
  • 'Foundation' S3E10 ‘The Darkness’ Recap

    Welcome back to the final episode of Foundation Season three by Story Archives. In this episode, hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton dive into an in-depth analysis of season three, episode 10 titled 'The Darkness' The hosts discuss the dark thematic elements that make Game of Thrones look mild, the various character arcs, and the pivotal moments that define this season’s climax. They analyze stunning revelations, including the rise of Emperor Darkness, the jaw-dropping Earth reveal, and the shocking events surrounding Gail, Demerzel, and Dusk. The discussion wraps up with favorite lines, scenes, and the lingering questions fans are left with. A must-listen for those into intricate plot twists and detailed show breakdowns.

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:20 Initial Reactions and Episode Title Discussion

    00:59 Speculations and Predictions

    01:59 Character Analysis and Plot Holes

    04:53 Action Scenes and Plot Twists

    08:45 The Mule and Beta's True Identity

    14:11 Dusk's Transformation and Final Moments

    21:54 De Mazel's Actions and Theories

    29:53 Final Thoughts and Future Speculations

    39:03 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

    40:13 WTF Moments and Gale's Maneuver

    41:19 Gale's Struggle and Logical Flaws

    44:06 Prime Radiant and Earth Reveal

    44:40 Empire Darkness and Season Finale Reactions

    47:50 Speculations and Future Seasons

    49:04 Favorite Moments and Characters

    55:30 Bets and Predictions Recap

    01:06:54 Aftershow Discussions and Reflections


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    1 hr 16 min
  • 'Foundation' S3E9 ‘The Paths That Choose Us’ Recap

    Welcome back to Foundation Season 3 by Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this episode, our hosts dissect the ninth episode, 'The Paths That Choose Us.' They critique episode titles, discuss plot developments including dusk's destructive actions, Harry Selden's mysterious emotions, and ongoing character dynamics. They theorize on future plot twists, especially around the Mule and key robotic characters. The episode ends with a lively after-show touching on other TV shows like 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and 'Chief of War,' and their personal updates.


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Title Confusion

    01:01 Audio Mishap and Episode Discussion

    02:24 Character Analysis and Theories

    05:10 Speculations on Future Episodes

    07:15 Subscriber Call to Action and Show Suggestions

    08:09 Plot Holes and Character Arcs

    11:41 Dusk's Actions and Consequences

    19:16 Robot Mysteries and Predictions

    27:52 Final Thoughts and Speculations

    30:24 Exploring Day's Role and Demersal's Fate

    31:30 The Cycle of History and Clones

    34:45 Pritchard's Allegiance and The Mule's Powers

    36:20 The Limits of The Mule's Powers

    40:30 Foundation's Storytelling and Viewer Engagement

    44:56 Favorite Characters and Scenes

    48:25 After Show Discussions and Personal Updates


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    1 hr 1 min
  • 'Foundation' S3E8 ‘Skin in the Game’ Recap

    Welcome back to Foundation Season 3 by Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this episode, our hosts break down the latest installment, 'Skin in the Game.' They discuss the show's ongoing success, the complex storyline development, significant character arcs, and the fascinating interactions between Harry Seldon and the Mule. The analysis also touches on other character stories like Day's trial, Gale's journey to New Terminus, and the mystery surrounding key plot elements. They end with an engaging after-show segment where they discuss recent movies and upcoming shows.


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    01:00 Foundation's Unique Groove

    01:20 Comparisons to Game of Thrones

    02:01 DeMel's Surprising Role

    02:29 The Fraudulent Sun Master

    04:13 Subscriber Milestone and Upcoming Shows

    04:50 Invasion Season Three Speculations

    05:27 September's Packed TV Schedule

    06:36 Sanatorium and Religion in Foundation

    08:03 Harry Selden and The Mule

    13:57 Gail's Controversial Actions

    18:34 The Mule's Secret and Future Predictions

    24:33 Empire's Trials and Day's Leadership

    27:19 Season Finale Speculations

    36:24 Debating Dawn's Fate

    36:52 DEMIL's Naula Surprise

    37:13 Dusk's Secret Project

    38:56 Beta's Mysterious Health

    40:29 Gail's Metallic Avengers

    41:28 Harry's Portal Journey

    44:33 Favorite Lines and Characters

    50:44 The After Show


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    1 hr 2 min
  • 'Foundation' S3E7 'Foundation's End' Review

    In this episode of Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton delve into Foundation Season 3, Episode 7 titled 'Foundations End'. They discuss the character dynamics, give a shout-out to their 900 YouTube subscribers, and make humorous remarks about viewer comments. The hosts dive deep into plot elements such as the mule's backstory, Day's empathic evolution, and Dusk's questionable actions. They also touch upon various narrative twists and speculate about future events. The episode concludes with an after-show segment where they discuss upcoming TV shows, movies, and personal busy schedules.


    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:28 Debating the Filler Episode

    01:12 YouTube Comments and Subscriber Milestone

    02:16 Operation Terminate New Terminus

    04:09 The Mule's Backstory

    06:53 Speculations on Characters and Plot

    14:21 Foundation's Internal Politics

    19:07 Comparing Leaders and Motivations

    27:00 De Mazel's Freedom and Future

    33:40 Speculating on Spacer-Human Hybrids

    34:47 Magnifico and the Mule: Brotherly Theories

    35:44 Older Sibling Dynamics

    38:56 Dusk's Dark Turn and the Ferret Incident

    40:48 Predictions for the Next Episode

    45:13 Favorite Scenes and Characters

    49:19 The After Show: TV and Movie Recommendations


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    1 hr 2 min

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