Robert, Nat, and Cody are joined by returning guests Jim Laczkowski of and Angela Fabbrini as we throw our second annual Secret Santa party. Who gave what to whom is the mystery of the episode as we take turns discussing five movies especially chosen for their recipients by their secret Santas. It's a diverse bunch this year with Eric Rohmer's Christmas set , Lily Tomlin and Art Carney teaming up to solve a 1970s neo-noir mystery in , Blake Edwards middle aged crisis farce , Mimi Rogers waiting for the end of the world in THE RAPTURE, and the post-apocalyptic world of 1997 in TURBO KID on the agenda this year. Is it like watching paint dry? Can we ever listen to Bolero again? Whether they're the equivalent of a real cool Blu Ray, some socks, or a lump of coal is what we leave to you to discover.One thing is for sure, we had a lot of fun recording this one.

Robert, Nat, and Cody are joined by John Bierly of to sit down and hash out some vacation plans. In particular, the Delos Corporation has a nice setup with Roman World, Medieval World, and . There's a lot to do there with brothels, bank robberies, saloon fights, jail breaks, and showdowns with robot gunslingers all on the table. What can go wrong?   As a bonus, we also discuss HBO's current WESTWORLD series in spoilerific detail.

This month, Cody and Robert, minus Nat, take a trip to the Cold War and to the former Soviet Union with Tarkovsky protege' Konstantin Lopushansky and experience nuclear holocaust through . Also discussed is Denis Villeneuve's ARRIVAL and Marvel's latest hit, DOCTOR STRANGE.

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice. In this episode, M. Darcy makes all well. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. I dare say we must bolster our countenance. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice.   In this episode, Lydia's carefree attitude threatens a scandal. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. Lizzy and Jane converse. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice.   In this episode, transgressions are revealed and opinions of the clergy diminished. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. Darcy's spirits are elevated, though his body be dampened. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice.   In this episode, Lizzy is surprised to learn of new developments from Charlotte Lucas and castigated by Lady C*** de Bourgh. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. M. Darcy makes a most peculiar offer. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice.   In this episode, M. Collins pays a visit. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. M. Wickham woos Elizabeth. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Greetings, salutations, and warmest regards. Messrs. Fitzhalfyard and d’Almirall, and the Lady Laura Fitzhalfyard most cordially implore your attention for a faint touch of amusement and diversion to tickle your nerves with a most engrossing discourse regarding the televised play of Pride & Prejudice. In this episode, M. Bingley and M. Darcy settle at Netherfield and engage the Bennet sisters. Mrs. Bennet is reduced to hysterics. Jane takes a cold. Intro music by Kimiko Ishizaka of The Open Goldberg Variations

Happy Halloween! To celebrate the holiday, Robert, Nat, and Cody are joined by the fabulous Angela Fabbrini to discuss a trio of films, THE HAUNTING, THE STONE TAPE, and THE LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE, where scientists take on the supernatural. And the scientific method vs the supernatural comes out the worse for wear. I think it's fair to say that there's a lot of spirited discussion, if you can excuse the Jim Laczkowski level pun.