The cusp.

On this week's episode, the boys dive into the world of foreign films. The trio share their experiences growing up in households that watched Bollywood and Nollywood content.  They also welcome the podcast's first-ever guest: Dr. Nam Lee, to discuss the rising popularity and cultural impact of Korean cinema.

Nam Lee is an Associate Professor at the Lawrence and Kristina Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University. Her expertise is in Film Studies, Korean Cinema, Asian Cinema, Women's Filmmaking, and Transitional Cinema.

As a teacher of film studies, Lee exposes students to the works of filmmakers from around the world. Her goal is to share her passion for exploring new possibilities in cinematic art, something she feels is possible for those who are "open to differences."

If you enjoyed our conversation with Nam, we would recommend checking out her book entitled "The Films of Bong Joon-ho" that is coming out in September. 

This week, the boys cover the fast-growing phenomenon of e-sports.  From conversations about the stigma professional gamers face to the viability of esports as an Olympic sport, the trio have a far-reaching discussion.

Later, they talk about the viability of VR worlds in our lifetime: both in gaming and as a form of social escape.

With Canada Day coming up, the boys took this week's episode to discuss what Canada means to the three of them. From debates around Tim Hortons’ status as a Canadian icon to Canada’s international PR, the boys have a wide-ranging conversation on the Great White North. 

They also cover Jagmeet Singh's ejection from Parliament, the debate over the removal of statues, and the role of shisha lounges in bolstering Canadian culture. 

The boys discuss what determines someone's success in life: is it factors within their control like perseverance and preparation, or is it an external factor like privilege? Later, they transition into a conversation about racial privilege and give their thoughts on the Central Park incident, George Floyd, and systemic racism. 

The boys try to picture the world post-pandemic. The rise of TikTok and the fall of the economy, what's life going to be like for those on the cusp.