Jake & Mel Fail to Save the World

Back by popular demand, the third installment of our spooky stories. Ghostly remnants, demonic presences, and heartwarming connections; join us in this episode as we dive, once again, into the supernatural. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

To say our first guest is old would be an understatement. While Jake and I were in grade school, this man was already a veteran of the Spanish-American War, defeat at Waterloo, and fall of Rome. But in all seriousness, we are very excited to introduce our good friend Maines to all of you. Join us on this episode as we discuss military shooters, childhood consoles, Sega, and Maines' time in the Iraq War of 2003. In a world that needs heroes, we tip our hats to the one's that are!

To some it was a simple task, to others an impossible one; above all else, it was a task frankly unneeded in the first place. Join us in this episode as we review Army of the Dead, discuss Days Gone, reminisce on our time in Bloodborne, and touch on anticipation for the Conjuring part 3. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it!

Most of the time our episodes are fairly well planned; This one was not. The result? A speech-vomit of geek-out over a lot of upcoming, highly anticipated projects. From wars waged against chaos daemons to green knights and Arthur's court, join us this episode as we talk about Total Warhammer 3, The Green Knight, Reign of Fire, Scum Survival, and much more! In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

Whether it be shows, movies, or video games, action is something media does a pretty good job of. Military accuracy? Not so much. Join us in this episode as we dive into our reactions to Without Remorse, Jack Ryan tie-ins, a potential Tom Clancy universe, solo FPS's, and more! We declassified the spoilers in today's episode, so that time stamps could be posted (9:30min to 17:30min). In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

No time stamps this go around baby, because as far as the eye can see is spoiler territory. Join us in this episode as we discuss reactions to Mortal Kombat, Falcon & the Winter Soldier finale, Mosul Review, and a little movie called Synchronic. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it!

...IS ATLANTIS! An Ancient city filled with treasure, thought to be lost at sea by Poseidon! Join us in this episode as we discuss Falcon & Winter Soldier spoilers (as well as the pending season finale), Mortal Combat movie anticipation, and fallen cultures (not Aquaman). Once again, our lawyers would like you to know that the spoilers reside around the 24 to 42 minute mark, so legally you have been warned. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it!

Whether is "win-de-go" or "wen-duh-go", I guess pronunciation doesn't matter much when your being stalked by an impossibly slender, pale, humanoid with lighting speed and a taste for flesh. Join us in this episode as we provide you with time stamps for Falcon and the Winter Soldier spoilers (min mark 15 to 27 by the way), stories of black eyed children, vivid dreams, and tales of the Wendigo. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

The quest for knowledge can often lead you down paths of misconceptions, turning an otherwise light-hearted adventure into a desperate struggle to escape the minotaur's maze. Join us in this episode as we finally discuss our Godzilla vs Kong review, thoughts on military Mechs, and the ye ol' question of what those furry cows are called: Bison or Buffalo? In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

That awkward moment when the premiere you have been anticipating for over a year is actually happening everywhere but the country you are in. Join us in this episode as we discuss our failed Godzilla watch-party, Falcon & the Winter Soldier episode 2 thoughts, George R.R. Martin being a tired old man, and new Halo Infinite news. Also, per our legal team, I am obligated to inform you that Falcon & Winter Soldier spoilers appear during the 29:55-51:32min time stamps. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

Thankfully you can't really capture the concept of slow motion in text format, otherwise this description might add 30mins to your normal read time. Join us on this episode as we discuss our reaction to the Snyder Cut of Justice League, thoughts on Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and predictions on which king monster will be taking home the gold for the premiere of Godzilla vs Kong. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it!

Hindsight can fuel a lot anxiety. Sometimes it can fuel the release of an entire, alternate version of a film! Join us on this episode as we discuss the impending Snyder Cut (now released), video games that flew under the radar, and our first listener scenario breakdown! In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

In a world that needs heroes, we are not it. Join us on this episode as we discuss Amazon's Middle Earth show, the Wandavision Finale, and what fantasy universe you'd rather be a space marine in. This episode was recording in reverse order because of just that, and now the description will mirror the same. In the world of "technical difficulties," the toughest problems are usually the dumbest.

What's worse than a horde of xenomorphs clambering towards you? Probably microwaved coffee... Join us in this episode as we discuss the new Aliens: Fireteam trailer, Area 51, and whether there really is life beyond our pale, blue dot. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

The night is filled with all manner of unsavory possibilities. From hell hounds to the hat man, skinwalkers and sleep paralysis demons, the only thing worse than what you can see is what you can't. Also rat men... Join us in this episode as we share chilling stories of personal encounters and discuss the possibility of the paranormal. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

Probably two of the scariest things to pop out of the 21st century have been nukes and the concept of AI. In this episode, we dive into scarier iterations of those two threats as we give new meaning to practice of "avoiding unattended bags" and discuss the very real possibility that your foil-wearing neighbor might actually be right when he says "this is all a simulation!" In a world that needs heroes, we are not it!

In the Dystopian wastelands of the future, there is only stupidity and alcoholism. Join us this episode as we swap drunk stories from our youth and break down the problems associated with the portrayal of dystopias in pop-culture. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.

A welcome party to the first episode of Jake and Mel Fail to Save the World. Join us as we introduce ourselves, our podcast, and our unsolicited nerdom that nobody asked for, as we dive into a plethora of geeky topics and personal experiences served piping hot in audio format. In a world that needs heroes, we are not it.