Starting with the bones of Peking Man from about 750,000 years ago we look at the history of China. Part 1 of our quest ends with the end of the Qing Dynasty in the early 20th century. The chronological, geographical, and cultural expanse of the Chinese civilization is absolutely astounding. We revisit Sandy Hook, and cover Dredd, Django Unchained, FDR American Badass, Big Bang Muppet Chaos Theory, and more!

In this episode we discuss JFK, The Hobbit, Larry Hagman, Captain Kangaroo, Guns, Sandy Hook tragedy, Mailbag and more!

Eugene V. Debs! We discuss this important historical figure and dedicated voice of socialism. From his roots with the ARU, to running for President from a prison cell. Also James Bond's latest film, Mailbag, a contest and more!

Vincent Price! We discuss the films and life of the famous terrifying actor and raconteur. We cover such films as House on Haunted Hill, The Fly, The Abominable Dr. Phibes, House of Wax, Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine, and many many more! Also, election reflections, Star Wars bought by Disney, an interview with the Fifth Beatle (Bryan White of Cinema Suicide), and more!

Gerry Anderson! We discuss Anderson's works: Twizzle, Torchy, Stingray, Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, UFO, Space 1999, and so much more. Also Presidential debates, Looper, Argo, Lance Armstrong, Felix Baumgartner, James Bond, Mailbag and more!

Motorcycle Movies! We discuss the history of the motorcycle movie and some of our favorites. Including The Wild One, Wild Angels, Hells Angels on Wheels, The Glory Stompers, Angel Unchained, The Hard Ride, Easy Rider and more! Also replacement referees, Iron Sky, Cabin in the Woods, Mailbag and more! Music by Dick the Bruiser.

Frank Lloyd Wright! In this episode we dance about architecture and celebrate the complicated life and works of the great American architect. Also, movie reviews, the adventures of Lego Larry and more!

Howard Hughes! We discuss the complicated, tragic life of Bruce Wayne, no wait, Tony Stark, no wait, Howard Hughes, yeah, that's the guy! From Hollywood playboy to aviation pioneer to manic recluse. Also The Dark Knight Rises, music by Oedipus Tex and more!

It's riot time for Open Source Software! We discuss the origins of the Open Source movement, including Free Software, Linux, GNU, Copyleft, and cool programs galore! We also cover Prometheus, Elvis, Memphis, Droughts, Mailbag, and shenanigans sometimes involving ducks!

In this unedited episode, the tank team covers the often unsung father of modern computing and secret hero of World War II, Alan Turing. We also kick things off with our view on the Wisconsin recall election outcome and the march of Scott Walker. We remember Ray Bradbury and mention some of our favorite Bradbury works. Plus we cover movie reviews, evil paintings, airplane etiquette, the Diamond Jubilee, and how to pick up girls!