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Joe, Jared, and returning guest, John Rising, dissect Mike Flanagan's dark and beautiful short series, Midnight Mass. They explore the ways religion elevates some and hides evil in others and how even on a small island community, dark secrets can be kept...but not for long.
This discussion contains spoilers throughout, so if you haven't seen this amazing show yet, listen at your own risk!

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Do not fear!! This is a 100%  non-scary discussion about one of the scariest films in history. Join us as we dive into the world of faith, fear, and the supernatural in our review of The Exorcist and the new film, The Exorcist: Believer. We explore how belief in God, the Devil, and our definition of evil influences our reactions to these iconic movies.


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Discover the triumphant story of an amateur historian who played a pivotal role in reshaping British royal history as depicted in the excellent film, The Lost King. Our guest, Nottingham Trent University PhD Student, Robyn Whalley, shares insights into how Richard III became lost in the first place and how the discovery of his gravesite has led to a resurrection of his legacy, altering the course of historical narratives forever.
Ricardians unite and rejoice! 

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It's official – Joe and Jared's film tastes have diverged beyond repair! In this episode, our hosts each make their spoiler-free final cases for and against Joy Ride and No One Will Save You. Will this disagreement mark the end of their co-hosting partnership? Tune in to find out!

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This film is a must-see and Joe and Jared tell you why. After catching up on what they've been watching lately, your hosts dive into a spoiler-free discussion of this impactful film about one mother's determination to give her kid a better life than she had. Some of the important themes are discussed without giving away the story and Joe brings his own lived experience inside the U.S. foster care system for added depth. 

The outstanding performances by Teyana Taylor, William Catlett, Aaron Kingsley Adetola, Aven Courtney, and Josiah Cross put you inside their characters' lives in a hugely impactful way. 

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It's all about conspiracies today! Starting with a brief discussion about the  Rotten Tomatoes reviews for hire scandal, your hosts then move into even more treacherous territory: domestic terror. Using the film How To Blow Up A Pipeline as the starting point, Joe and Jared wrestle with the definitions of domestic terror, who can be labeled as a terrorist, and what kinds of threats or personal harms justify disruptive or destructive actions?

And in case it's not clear, neither Joe or Jared support or condone hate groups or violence, but it you've listened to any of our previous episodes, you already know that. 

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Have you ever wondered what happened to Daniel Radcliffe's career after Harry Potter ended? Join us this week as we dive into his highest-rated films that display his impressive range. Explore the evolution of Daniel Radcliffe's career - from child actor to well-balanced adult star of several indie gems and quirky TV shows. 

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In this episode, Joe and Jared dive into the artistry behind storytelling that prioritizes ambiguity over direct messaging. They discuss the important themes and elements of the four-season Australian show, Mr. Inbetween, and the British film, Enys Men, that challenge viewers' perceptions and spark discussions. Throughout the conversation, your hosts showcase how these foreign works give us all a peek into the cultures and histories of their countries of origin. 

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Our guest, John Rising, joins us to discuss the haunting echoes of human emotions in the director's cut of Blade Runner. Delve into the dark social landscape where industry and government have colluded to systematically devalue and destroy a specific sentient life form hidden among them. With philosophical musings on ethics, life, and the definition of a soul, we dissect the film's profound themes and their relevance in today's age of advancing technology and greater human disconnect.

And please be sure to donate to John's upcoming film project, One Last Midnight!
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Has Netflix and Chill ever turned into Netflix and "Will you just pick something already??" We've all been there. Joe and Jared seek to increase harmony in the world by offering you six shows that bring a little something for everyone. Listen to the episode, browse at your leisure, then choose one...or all of them. It's a pretty good list! 


Platonic, Shrinking, Foundation, Pokerface, Miss Davis, Black Mirror, Mr Inbetween

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