The Cross Cut
By Jesse and Forest
The news often ties us down to details. We get headlines and tweets, but lack historical and cultural context to make much sense out of any of it. One of the things movies do well is turn this noise into narrative.
Plus, it’s a great way to talk about the news while leaving out the actual, literal villains in our real lives.
The Cross CutMar 09, 2024
The Oscars 2024!
This week! We eat a bunch of hot wings and answer questions about movies. We definitely did not steal this premise from another show!
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The Biggest Bomb of the Year! / Oppenheimer
💣 Hold onto your hats as The Cross Cut delves into the ticking time bomb of nuclear anxiety with a twist! Join us for a riveting exploration of the invention of the Doomsday Clock and its chilling parallels with Christopher Nolan's film, "Oppenheimer." Brace yourself for a ride through history, science, and existential dread, all wrapped up in a package of humor and insight.
⏰ Step into the world of the Doomsday Clock, where each tick brings humanity closer to the brink of catastrophe. We unpack the origins of this iconic symbol of global peril, tracing its roots to the aftermath of World War II and the chilling specter of nuclear annihilation. We examine the weighty decisions that determine whether the clock moves closer to midnight or inches away from doomsday.
🎬 We the draw parallels between the real-life drama of the Doomsday Clock and Christopher Nolan's film, "Oppenheimer." Set against the backdrop of the Manhattan Project and the creation of the atomic bomb, the film promises a gripping portrayal of scientific brilliance, moral ambiguity, and the ever-present threat of Armageddon.
😂 We explore how "Oppenheimer" captures the existential angst of living in a world on the brink of destruction, inviting listeners to ponder the profound questions raised by the Doomsday Clock and its fictional counterpart.
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Sources:
https://thebulletin.org/2024/01/press-release-doomsday-clock-remains-at-90-seconds-to-midnight/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulletin_of_the_Atomic_Scientists
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doomsday_Clock
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/12/science/space/atomic-doomsday-clock.html?searchResultPosition=1
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mimeograph
https://thebulletin.org/tag/j-robert-oppenheimer/
https://thebulletin.org/magazine/2023-07/
https://thebulletin.org/premium/2023-07/oppenheimer-replies/#post-heading
#TheCrossCut #DoomsdayClock #OppenheimerMovie #PodcastHumor #NuclearAnxiety #ChristopherNolan #ExistentialDread #CinematicParallels #ArmageddonAnxieties #HistoryVsFiction
The Biggest Bomb of the Year! / Oppenheimer - Preshow!
Next week! We're talking about Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer and the Doomsday clock. Forest is surprised to learn how closely they are actually connected.
Lights! Camera! Gender! / Barbie
We watched Barbie, so should you!
Sources:
https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-gender-gap-young-men-women-dont-agree-politics-2024-1
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/11/22/marriage-polarization-dating-trump/
https://www.newser.com/story/345382/male-animals-grow-bigger-antlers-females-bigger-brains.html
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/01/28/genz-poll-republicans/
https://www.threads.net/@jackmoses00/post/C3X8pnquPW7/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
No Business Like Snow-business! / The Holdovers
This week! We talk about The Holdovers, the Academy Award nominee for Best Picture that combines two of our favorite things: cold weather and huge jerks. This also gives us the opportunity to talk about the huge jerks in Texas who are poisoning our environment and the massive snow in Alaska that, shocker, is actually due to WARMER weather. That's right friends, prepare to be shocked!
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Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/21/us/deaths-cold-storms-ice-snow-freeze.html?searchResultPosition=1
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/01/30/anchorage-alaska-snow-record/
https://www.threads.net/@culturecrave/post/C2z_MzvxckY/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Preshow! - The Polar Vortex / The Holdovers
Dangers of Driving / Mad Max: Fury Road
This week! Leading up to this year's release of the Mad Max prequel Furiosa, we look at George Miller's 2015 magnum opus, Mad Max: Fury Road. We also take the opportunity to use the film to describe a disturbing trend in American life. Since it's nadir in 2011, fatalities and injuries due to reckless and dangerous driving have skyrocketed.
We look into some of the reasons why, and remind ourselves of one of the last good moments in human history in 2015 before we drove ourselves right into the a worse dystopia than Max himself. At least they had flaming guitars!
Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwPSIb3kt_4
https://jalopnik.com/tesla-model-s-plaid-drag-strip-mode-cheetah-explained-1850256094
Preshow! Dangers of Driving / Mad Max: Fury Road
Biohacking Youth / In Time - Full Episode
🌟 Brace yourselves for a journey into the realm of biohacking and penis shocking, with fountain-of-youth level antics on the latest episode of The Cross Cut ! We dig into the story of Brian Johnson, multimillionaire turned YouTube influencer, and his quest to reverse aging.
💸 Tune in to discover the outrageous secrets behind Brian Johnson's billionaire-backed mission to stay forever young. From extravagant skincare routines to high-tech rejuvenation gadgets, our hosts navigate the luxurious world of influencer age-reversal. Can Johnson's radical techniques really outshine the rest of us mortals, or is he just throwing millions of dollars into the fire?
🎙️ Subscribe now to The Cross Cut for an entertaining escape into the lavish world of Brian Johnson's billionaire age-defying escapades and the eye-opening parallels with "In Time." It's a hilarious exploration of vanity, wealth, and the eternal pursuit of looking good, all served with a generous dose of wit!
#TheCrossCut #BrianJohnson #InfluencerLife #AgingReversal #InTimeMovie #PodcastHumor #BillionaireAntics #TimelessLaughs #ComedyGold #YouTuberWealth
Biohacking Youth / In Time
The Toy Assault / 8-Bit Christmas
This week! Christmas movie! Toys! Whatever! I'm so tired I'm not going to write anything here.
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Sources:
https://www.businessinsider.com/boomer-grandparents-gift-junk-grandkids-millennial-parents-2023-12
https://www.businessinsider.com/millennial-parents-miserable-cheap-toys-high-childcare-costs-2023-12
https://www.businessinsider.com/millennials-say-boomer-parents-abandoned-them-2023-11
https://bigfuturetoys.medium.com/toys-are-the-new-fast-fashion-96bab24388d7
https://medium.com/@animahanta1221/the-toy-industry-a-fast-fashion-problem-a14317d80057
https://www.wsj.com/articles/in-cutting-time-to-market-toy-companies-try-on-fast-fashion-1518958800
Preshow! - The Toy Assault / 8-Bit Christmas
The Year of Taylor Swift / Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
This week! 🎤 Get ready to shake it off with us as The Cross Cut Podcast dives into the pop culture whirlwind that is Taylor Swift's crowning as Time's Person of the Year! In this episode, we draw some unexpected parallels with the mockumentary masterpiece, "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping," to highlight the true chaos of the music industry.
🌟 Join us as we dissect the myriad reasons behind Taylor Swift's well-deserved recognition as Person of the Year. From chart-topping albums to the record-breaking Eras tour (and concert film), we explore all the things her a cultural icon.
🎬 But wait, there's more! We weave in the hilarious "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping," a hilarious cinematic cult classic from The Lonely Island that satirizes the music industry. We explore how the film's fictional superstar, Conner4Real, mirrors certain aspects of the real-life pop scene, and try to wrap our heads around the sheer number of celebrity cameos.
🎙️ Whether you're a Swiftie, a comedy aficionado, or just in need of a good laugh, this episode has got you covered!
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#TheCrossCut #TaylorSwift #PersonOfTheYear #PopstarMovie #PodcastHumor #MusicIndustry #ComedyGold #PopCulturePodcast #LaughWithUs
Preshow! - The Year of Taylor Swift / Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Eric Adams Scandal / The Toxic Avenger - Full Episode
🎬 Dive into the wild world of cinema and politics with the latest episode of The Cross Cut! In this riveting installment, our hosts intertwine the cult classic film, "The Toxic Avenger," with the recent scandal surrounding NYC Mayor Eric Adams, creating a captivating narrative that transcends both the silver screen and real-life politics.
🍿 Join us as we dissect the outrageous and entertaining world of "The Toxic Avenger," exploring its cult status, unique storyline, and impact on the superhero genre. From radioactive transformations to over-the-top action, our hosts unravel the film's layers, shedding light on its enduring legacy in the world of cult cinema.
🗞️ Simultaneously, The Cross Cut team fearlessly delves into the scandal surrounding NYC Mayor Eric Adams, providing an in-depth analysis of the events that sent shockwaves through the political landscape. We explore the controversies, investigate the implications, and present a comprehensive overview that goes beyond the headlines.
🎙️ Throughout the episode, listeners will gain a nuanced understanding of both "The Toxic Avenger" and the Mayor Adams scandal. Our hosts skillfully draw parallels between the fictional chaos of Tromaville and the real-world drama unfolding in the Big Apple, offering a unique perspective on power, corruption, and redemption.
🌐 As always, The Cross Cut Podcast strives to entertain and enlighten, delivering a one-of-a-kind listening experience that seamlessly weaves together film and current affairs. Whether you're a film buff, a news junkie, or simply seeking an engaging conversation, this episode promises to be a rollercoaster ride of entertainment and information.
Tune in to The Cross Cut Podcast for a thought-provoking exploration of "The Toxic Avenger" and the scandal rocking NYC, and discover the unexpected connections between celluloid heroics and the complexities of real-world leadership. Subscribe now and join the conversation that transcends the boundaries of film and news!
#TheCrossCut #ToxicAvenger #EricAdamsScandal #FilmPodcast #NewsPodcast #CultCinema #PoliticalDrama #PodcastDive
Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/14/nyregion/adams-turkey-investigation-nyc.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/12/nyregion/eric-adams-investigation-turkey-consulate.html
Eric Adams Scandal / The Toxic Avenger
The End of Physical Media / High Fidelity
This week! As Best Buy announces the end of DVD and Blu-ray sales in their stores, we discuss one of our favorite movies from the prime DVD era, High Fidelity. We spend a decent amount of time trashing Rob Gordon (rightfully so!) and dive into some of our thoughts on the best parts of physical media.
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Preshow! - The End of Physical Media / High Fidelity
Witch Persecution / The Love Witch
This week! We talk about the persecution of the owner of a Wiccan store in Pennsylvania (a state that I will probably never be allowed in again) and pair that with The Love Witch, a movie that doesn't really have much to say about anything. But at least it looks pretty!
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Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/14/us/pennsylvania-witchcraft-tarot-law-police.html
https://theserpentskey.square.site/
https://www.instagram.com/the_serpents_key/
https://www.wgal.com/article/new-state-of-the-art-building-opens-at-army-war-college/45641305
https://www.pottsmerc.com/2015/06/03/after-long-day-judge-sees-prison-in-fortune-tellers-future/
https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2023/10/another-case-of-witchcraft-is-reported-in-seye-yucatan/
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/lana-del-rey-shuts-down-claims-practiced-witchcraft-tour
The Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried / The Wolf of Wall St.
This week! We turn into a Taylor Swift podcast! That's right Swifties, we're talking about your girl and how the nefarious (alleged) criminal Sam Bankman-Fried tried to roper her into is dastardly scheme. Sure, we also talk about his potential criminality as well as how that relates to the Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio hit The Wolf of Wall St. but really, for the purposes of SEO, let's talk about Taylor Swift! And maybe also Katy Perry? And Tom Brady?
Look, would I like to make this an exciting lead up to Killers of the Flower Moon? Yes. Do I want people to find this episode and listen to it? Also yes! So Taylor Swift Travis Kelce Eras Tour Friendship Bracelet Beyonce.
Preshow! - Sam Bankman-Fried and the Downfall of FTX / The Wolf of Wall Street
Crisis of Masculinity / Fight Club
This week! The world is worried about men, again. The prevalent concern about masculinity has reared its head again as men are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, poor educational achievement, and gun violence than their female counterparts. We look at some of these outcomes and even take our chances at offering a few reasons this seems to keep being a topic of conversation.
For this topic, we look at David Fincher's 1999 cult classic Fight Club, where Brad Pitt plays the ubermench of Edward Norton's dreams, as well as probably many of the young male viewers of the time. We also offer our workout plan for how to get those amazing Brad Pitt abs (the secret is hallucination!)
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Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/09/24/magazine/caitlin-moran-interview.html
https://www.vox.com/the-gray-area/23813985/christine-emba-masculinity-the-gray-area
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/07/10/christine-emba-masculinity-new-model/
https://apnews.com/article/suicides-record-2022-guns-48511d74deb24d933e66cec1b6f2d545
https://www.threads.net/@joshuaphillll/post/Cv5L39duNVd/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.threads.net/@profgalloway/post/Cw2mzQBgiyp/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/09/24/magazine/caitlin-moran-interview.html
https://www.brookings.edu/articles/boys-left-behind-education-gender-gaps-across-the-us/
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/nov/05/men-less-likely-to-get-help--mental-health
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/08/heroic-toxic-masculinity-boys/675172/
Preshow! - Crisis of Masculinity / Fight Club
Millennials Separating from Parents / The Royal Tenenbaums
This week! We look at the growing trend of children walking away from the relationships with their parents. Are these kids entitled, or do the parents deserve it? If that parent is Royal Tenenbaum, then do we have the movie for you! That's right, we're talking The Royal Tenenbaums this week. Wes Anderson's third feature film provides great performances, immaculate costuming, and iconic production design.
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Preshow! - Millennials Separating from Parents / The Royal Tenenbaums
Next week! We talk millennial retribution against boomer parents, and whether or not The Royal Tenenbaums gives us a good working model for this relationship. Hint: it doesn't!
SAG and WGA Strikes / The Replacements
This week! Labor is having a hot moment in America and the Hollywood unions are a huge part of that. We talk about what the writers and actors are looking to gain, as well as why that relates to a football team of has beens and never was...es? We look a The Replacements and try to gauge how much Gene Hackman set his talents to autopilot.
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Preshow! - SAG and WGA Strikes / The Replacements
Next week! We talk about the rise of #HotLaborSummer by getting into the film The Replacements starring everyone's favorite Keanu Reeves. Turns out the movie wants us to root for the scabs, let's see how that ages!
Cold Fusion / The Saint
This week! We talk about all the latest science in renewable energy. From cold fusion (as mentioned in our film The Saint) to superconductors to the recent advances in solar and wind, we spend this week trying to give you hope that the world isn't going to end in your lifetime. Will it work? Who knows?!?!?!
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Sources:
How a US lab created energy with fusion—again: https://www.popsci.com/science/nuclear-fusion-second-success-nif/
A superconductor claim blew up online. Science has punctured it: https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/2023/08/09/room-temperature-superconductor-lk99-evidence/
The Clean Energy Future Is Arriving Faster Than You Think: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/08/12/climate/clean-energy-us-fossil-fuels.html
Preshow! - Cold Fusion / The Saint
Next week! We are covering recent energy related advances in fusion, as well as the possibility of superconductor developments. We pair this with the Val Kilmer starrer The Saint, which is probably a pretty terrible movie!
UFO Whistleblowers / Men In Black
This week! We cover testimony in front of the US Congress by several whistleblowers stating they have seen real life proof of alien crafts and actual alien bodies in government hands. We pair that with the classic 1997 hit Men In Black where well dressed aliens try to keep the majority of the population in the dark about alien activity.
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Preshow! - UFO Whistleblowers / Men In Black
Next Week! We look into the congressional hearings regarding UFOs, where multiple whistleblowers sound the alarm of government cover-up. Pairing that with the kings of cover-up, we take a look back at the 1990's classic, Men in Black.
Neuroprosthetics / RoboCop
This week! We talk RoboCop and the ways in which the technologies that brought Murphy back to life are actually starting to become real. From returning movement to the paralyzed to improving prosthetics for amputees, we look at how science is using AI to expand leaps and bounds over what were have been able to do over the last few decades.
Preshow! - Neuroprostetics / RoboCop
Next week! We are covering one of Forest's favorite films (and one that Jesse is totally neutral on) in RoboCop. This bleak satire of American life is a blood-drenched machine with a soul, much like its titular character. Join us as we take a drive through Detroit and avoid ED 209.
eDNA / Gattaca
This week! We are looking at how the fake life science in the 1997 sleeper cult classic Gattaca is starting to become more real life. Scientists (and maybe cops) are using DNA found in the world to make assumptions about populations of animals and maybe one day populations of murders. This will surely end well!
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Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/24/science/environmental-dna-sampling.html
Preshow! - eDNA / Gattaca
Green Drinks / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II - The Secret of the Ooze
This week! I'm late getting the episode out so no show notes! Don't trust various oozes and/or green drinks!
Sources:
https://www.prevention.com/weight-loss/a44066133/berberine-supplements-tiktok-natures-ozempic/
Preshow! - Green Drinks / Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II - The Secret of the Ooze
Next week! We uncover the secrets of the internet's favorite green drinks and we try to see through our childhood nostalgia to examine the cinematic classic, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II - The Secret of the Ooze. This episode, we talk about how we both experienced the movie for the first time.
Rogue Miltary AI / Terminator 2: Judgement Day
This week! The military reports on AI gone awry and then WHOOPS! decides that it totally, definitely didn't happen you guys. Trust us, would we ever lie to you? cough pentagon papers cough mk ultra cough panama papers cough reality winner leaks cough edward snowden COUGH!
Whenever AI starts to threaten all of humanity, of course we think Terminator 2: Judgement Day. James Cameron threw down on this 1991 hit film, so we dive in to find out exactly how he did it and what it all means in relation to modern AI. Turns out James Cameron was very smart about all this!
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Sources:
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-65789916
Preshow! - Rogue Military AI / Terminator 2: Judgement Day
Next week! Are our own drones trying to murder the service persons put in charge of controlling them? Isn't this basically Skynet? The answer may be YES!
Excited to bring you the first of our 4 episode long sci-fi series!
Storm Science / Twister
This week! We get BLOWN AWAY by some new science news about storm trackers. This of course means we have to cover one of the defining summer blockbusters of 1996, Twister. We talk Helen Hunt's casting, the late Bill Paxton's memorable tribute from real storm chasers, and argue over the true message of the film: love vs. data.
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Sources:
https://www.cnn.com/2023/05/22/weather/atlantic-disturbance-hurricane-season-wxn/index.html
https://www.wric.com/weather/early-in-peak-tornado-season-2023-has-already-set-records/
Preshow! - Storm Chasing / Twister
Next week! We're covering a rogue storm chaser, leaving us no option but to cover 1996's Twister. Hoping this movie doesn't... blow.
Tucker Gets Canned / Network
This week! We review (and celebrate!) Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon being fired, while comparing our current news media hellscape to the incomparable film Network. We dive into the collaboration between Paddy Chayefsky and Sidney Lumet, as well as how there reticence about the state of the media in the 1970's has more than come to fruition today. Totally chill podcast!
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Preshow! - Tucker Gets Canned / Network
Next week! We will be covering the Sidney Lumet classic Network to explain not just the firing of Tucker Carlson, but also his ascendance in the first place. Sorry for not having the ep out this week, but we'll be moving to bi-weekly eps going forward so there should be a more consistent release schedule.
WWE Sale / The Wrestler
World Happiness Rankings / Groundhog Day
This week! We look into why the Finnish people have been rated the happiest people in the world for the 6th year in a row. Is there some deep dark secret to living most of the year in the deep dark? Or are there flaws in the scoring system itself?
We'll have plenty of time to consider this as we spend ten (or ten thousand?) years stuck in the same day. That's right, we're celebrating Groundhog Day over and over again trying to dissect what happiness is and if it's somehow related to Andie MacDowell.
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Sources:
http://www.alexstubb.com/the-funny-world-of-finnish-idioms-blue-wings-42017/
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/03/charted-the-happiest-countries-in-the-world/
https://news.gallup.com/poll/169322/people-worldwide-reporting-lot-positive-emotions.aspx
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/03/charted-the-happiest-countries-in-the-world/
Week Off
We got completely crushed by childcare issues this week, so we're back next week!
Trump Indictment / Absolute Power
This week! Donald Trump, the somehow 45th president of these United States, was indicted and arraigned for a crime associated with the hush money payments to pornstar Stormy Daniels. Is there a better sentence for SEO in the whole of the internet? And is the existence of that sentence worth the complete destruction of American Democracy? The answer to both is: No!
We pair this historic event with the completely forgettable Clint Eastwood film Absolute Power. Turns out both Eastwood and Trump could learn a little something about keeping it in their pants. Ah, boomer men!
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Sources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/04/us/politics/trump-bookkeeping-fraud-taxes.html
https://www.npr.org/2023/04/05/1168215663/trump-stormy-daniels-defamation-lawsuit
Ghost Kitchens / Ratatouille
Where have all of our kitchens gone??? Have they turned into ghosts?!?!
This week! We look into the rise and now fall of ghost kitchens as Uber Eats starts to prune the dead delivery denizens from their app. Who will survive and why are we covering such a lame story? The world is bad, let us just have fun!
We pair this delicious appetizer with the main course, Pixar's Ratatouille. A film about how you should let rats into you home and have them cook for you. That is definitely the lesson here.
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Sources:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2021/10/27/merriam-webster-new-food-words/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/09/17/virtual-ghost-kitchen-restaurants/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/road-to-recovery/2020/11/11/chipotle-digital-kitchen-takeout/
https://mashable.com/article/uber-eats-ghost-kitchens-shut-down
Silicon Valley Bank / The Big Short
I would write more of a description here, but I have a 5 year old whose just had a nightmare about the Big Bad Wolf, so I'm cutting it short. The movie is about the big bank collapse in 2008! There's another bank that just collapsed! You get it.
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Sources:
https://www.indiewire.com/2015/12/interview-adam-mckay-talks-the-big-short-making-a-bourne-style-financial-drama-angering-judd-apatow-more-100043/
Huggy Wuggy / M3GAN
This week! We take a deep dive into the world of Huggy Wuggy, that cute/terrifying doll that kids are super into these days. Why are there so many teeth? And why are they so sharp? We answer these questions and more with the help of our guest, Iris Smith! Oh yeah, she's also our niece.
If terrifying toys are your thing, then you will love the film we are covering: M3GAN! An AI with a full human child size body, what could go wrong! Turns out, the answer is murder!
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