The Macademia Nuts

The Nuts begin by dissecting box office interest and the reality of theatrical release windows for movies. Alec confesses his love of Top Gun and 80s movie music videos, while Lindsey confesses her love of 80s Chrysler sound system promotion mixtapes. The Nuts offer to fix Avatar. Finally, Lindsey and Alec have strong opinions about children and screen time. Lindsey wants to enter the octagon against a mommy blogger.
Recorded 05/11/2022.

The semester draws to an end, and the Nuts discuss their homework. Alec apologizes. Netflix’s woes are discussed, as are Elon Musk’s challenges as the new social media magnate. The Nuts determine the best Batman, shame Alec, and chastise Lindsey for her views on E.T.
Recorded 05/05/2022.

This week, the Nuts declare Will Smith’s Slap has achieved emeritus status, once they figure out what that is. They examine a Nielsen report on streaming and discuss the ideal subscription strategy. Finally, Lindsey is shamed for her movie-watching habits.
Recorded 04/20/2022.

This week, the Nuts break down Discovery’s acquisition of Warner Bros. This naturally leads to a discussion of celebrity power couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez. Celebrity crushes are revealed.
Recorded on 04/13/2022.

The Nuts discuss the news cycle, and the rise and fall of the Oscars slap. Elon Musk invests in Twitter, and the Nuts discuss whether or not he’s Bruce Wayne. Censorship comes up. The conversation turns to Bridgerton, Netflix, and short movies vs. long movies that should now be streaming series. David and Alec remember their favorite 80s childhood cartoons/current film franchises. Lindsey remembers Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy.
Recorded on 04/06/2022.

Yes, the Nuts address The Slap. Beyond the slap, they dive into the audience, the ratings, the social reaction, and the silliness of award shows. The changing cultural influence of Hollywood is analyzed. Finally, the Nuts give out their own all-time Oscars.
Recorded 03/30/2022

The Nuts talk about Lindsey’s faithful commitment to academic service. The conversation turns to Inventing Anna, con-artist documentaries, true crime dramas, and, inevitably, multi-level marketing. And then David admits to watching the new Jackass movie. The Nuts discuss the evolution of people acting foolish on video.
Recorded on 03/23/2022.

The Nuts discuss the return to in-person events. Lindsey explains Pete Davidson and his impressive celebrity relationships. Alec explains the Magnolia Silos experience. The Nuts discuss Ukraine in popular culture, as well as the coverage of the war. Other topics include Batman, Marilyn Manson, and the release of the Pixar film Turning Red.
Recorded on 03/16/2022.

Are television shows the news Vegas residency? The Nuts have opinions. The Nuts adore Matthew McConaughey. They lament the loss of the ability to eat hot foods. Caffeine is questioned. The Nuts talk about teaching college students.
Recorded 02/23/2022.

Are the Nuts live? Time travel is explained. Affiliations are described. Lindsey expresses disappointment in the movie Spencer, as well as the Oscars. The Nuts have feelings about the Oscars and academic publishing. Finally, the Nuts discuss college publishing at Texas A&M and the freedom of the student press.
Recorded on  02/16/2022.