e441. In Blackest Night: a Deep Dive into the World of Lanterns

Are you watching Lanterns? Ratings and critical response imply that you very well might be. Which is why we’re talking about ti again. If you’re wondering “wait, didn’t you do this before?” Well, yes and no! We did have an episode about the Green Lanterns a few weeks ago where we talked about the history…

e440. The Dark Internet: Navigating the Algorithm and the Dark Web of Public Opinion

The Internet is a dark and horrible place. Deep down, I think we all know that. And maybe it’s only gotten darker and more horrible over time. It really doesn’t matter what topics we’re talking about: politics, movies, wars, music, or bunnies. Sooner or later, if you read the comment section on social media, you’re…

e439. Legal Dramas and Pop Culture: Unpacking Courtroom Fantasies

Something occurred to us last week with the release of the very funny Coyote vs. Acme. There sure are a lot of movies, TV shows, and other properties that star lawyers. In fact, it seems like it’s one of pop cultures favorite professions. Why is that? Obviously, it can be an interesting job, but so…

e438. Vertical MicroDramas: Fad or the Dawning of a New Age?

Have you ever seen those ads for those over the top melodramatic drama movies on TikTok or Facebook or Instagram Reels or Youtube shorts? And by ads, we mean basically… 2-5 minutes of the movie in an attempt to hook you into watching the rest of it? If you have, did you click on it?…