Falcon and the Winter Soldier
The Dark Corner reviews Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Also, Dave and Brandi receive second doses of the vaccine. Additionally, we get fully vaccinated. Also, Dave works more overtime. Furthermore, we watch Mortal Kombat. We talk about birthdays. Finally, we end on shout outs and a Dark Track.
News and Reviews
First, we open with a celebration of our Birthday month. However, Dave laments having to work overtime on his birthday. Furthermore, the Maximum Fun fund drive starts that same day. The podcasting network, Maximum Fun, produces such shows as Judge John Hodgman and My Brother, My Brother and Me.
First, we get fully vaccinated. Brandi suffers the worst of it. However, Dave also develops effects of the vaccine. Mainly, effects include aches, fever, headache and fatigue. On the other hand, Brandi passes her exam and earns her rank of Lieutenant (junior grade) on the U.S.S. Nomad.
Also, we watch the latest Mortal Kombat movie. Mainly, we enjoy the fight scenes. However, we also enjoy the performances of Mehcad Brooks and Jessica McNamee. On the other hand, we dismay in how audiences have applauded the toxic masculinity of Kano. Meanwhile, Brandi asks Dave about how the movie ties in with the game.
We Got This
We drop in a promo of We Got This with Mark and Hal. This Max Fun podcast features debates over minor issues. For instance, Mark and Hal argue the best pasta shape or greatest Marvel movie.
Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Mainly, we review the Disney+ series, Falcon and the Winter Soldier. We discuss how it relates to current events. For instance, we examine the Black person’s experience in America. Moreover, we delve into self doubt and the desire to find one’s place in the world.
The Dark Track
The Search performs A Place In The World from Songs About Losers. This post-punk band calls Sweden home. Also, they claim 80s goth and new wave as influences.
Shoutouts
Finally, we shout out some friends on twitter. Dave shouts out the band, Bow Ever Down. Brandi sends love to fellow Star Trek fan, @TristanZamboni.