More Than Monotony

With Amazon consuming more and more retail space, the More Than Monotoshoppers have the usual concerns with their purchasing habits from the online giant.  Dan invents Costco.  Peter orders good things.  Maxwell misplaces a river.  Evan gets banned in China.

Everyone loves watching a T-Rex chomp a dude’s face off, and the More Than Monotosaurs are no different.  Rawr.  Peter sheds a tear for the brontosaurus.  Dan wants more fast cars.  Evan redefines trilogies.  Maxwell is sick of kids.   THE scene

If you encountered an omnipotent space alien, what would you ask it?  Hopefully better questions than what the More Than Monototerrestrials came up with.  Maxwell probes the deepest mysteries of the universe.  Evan adds limbs.  Peter gets the money.  Dan becomes a pet.

Dan wants to know what to do with his free time.  In a misguided attempt to figure it out, he saw fit to ask the other More Than Monotoboors for advice.  Dan talks big numbers.  Peter doesn’t care about the movie.  Maxwell prefers enlightenment.  Evan sells out.

Continuing the More Than Monotony Second Anniversary celebration, the Monotogang this time looks back not just on the previous year, but the previous decade.  That’s a lot of movies and junk!  We thank you for the support, and hope you’ll continue listening into this new decade!

More Than Monotony has been around for two years and is still going strong!  The More Than Monotogang once again reflects on the previous year, and chooses some of the best whatevers that happened in 2019.  We hope you’ll continue listening into year three!

In the second half of this review episode, the More Than Monotosith wrap up their thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker.  Perhaps they did an even better job than the movie itself!  Dan sympathizes with the grunts.  Peter gives high praise.  Evan wants a reset.  Maxwell explores deeper into Palpatine’s past.

The Skywalker Saga is complete.  In this special two-part review episode, the More Than Monotojedi review the final installment in a franchise 40 years in the making.  Until the next film, that is.  Evan says a few good things.  Dan clings to reality.  Maxwell seethes.  Peter ships Reylo.

Even the best sports franchises can have a down season, and when they do, it’s time for rebuild mode.  And as Wisconsin natives, the More Than Monotocasters are no strangers to slumps.  Peter is tired of being let down.  Dan questions cookies.  Maxwell plans his retirement.  Evan loses the Pacific Northwest.

Pokemon was a major part of the More Than Monototrainers childhoods, and the release of the Generation VIII games Sword and Shield is a perfect time to dive into the heated debate about the recent quality of the series.  MAXWELL used RAGE.  PETER used PROTECT.  EVAN used FRUSTRATION.  DAN used CONFUSION.

With how often the More Than Monotonaysayers riff on a few specific film franchises, they thought it only fair to give credit where credit is due and acknowledge the finer points of otherwise mediocre movies.  Maxwell praises cinematography.  Evan discovers the secret of mages.  Dan enrages his co-hosts.  Peter insults a friend.

Five rounds in and still going strong, the More Than Monotonators bring out another set of mini topics from the grab bag!  Dan rates himself against the best.  Maxwell challenges the loyalty of squirrels.  Peter needs to do some cardio.  Evan wants more naps and bagels.

The 1980s sure was the best decade, wasn’t it?  Well none of the More Than Monotorads were actually alive during that period, but if movies and pop culture are believed it sure was!  Dan buys more websites.  Peter plays favorites.  Evan prepares for live-action Spongebob.  Maxwell misses scooters.

Is food best when it is prepared in the traditional style?  The More Than Monotofoodies fight over whether or not Taco Bell is an acceptable substitute for classic Mexican.  Evan sheds light on the enchilada.  Peter confuses his geography.  Maxwell knows his melons.  Dan breaks the podcast.   Origins and Primary Regions of Diversity of Agricultural Crops | CIAT

DC’s Joker film recently hit theaters, so Maxwell and Peter of course have their thoughts to share on this dark thriller interpretation of the classic Batman villain.  Unfortunately does not contain Mark Hamill.

The Transportation Security Administration may give headaches to any US-based frequent flyer, but is that the only pain this agency causes?  The More Than Monotopilots look at a report that the TSA may have some unintended consequences on travel.  Peter misses smoking babies.  Maxwell gets the glove.  Dan snatches defeat from the jaws of victory.  Evan would like to apologize to Tom Brady.   Is Sunscreen the New Margarine? | Outside The Hidden Costs of Extra Airport Security | The New York Times Undercover DHS Tests Find Security Failures at US Airports | ABC News Donate to Doctors Without Borders

Companies like 23andMe let you send in a DNA sample to learn more about yourself, like how willing you are to spit in a tube.  Of course, The More Than Monotothymines have already analyzed your genetics, and brought this episode perfectly fit for you!  Maxwell waxes ethics.  Evan considers the other side.  Peter goes off the grid.  Dan works on his cloning project.   How to Delete Your Data From 23andMe, Ancestry, and Other Sites | Consumer Reports

The Internet of Things is coming to connect your TV to your car to your blender!   Now with the hook done, the More Than Monotorators spend a surprising amount of this episode talking about pooping.  Evan fears change.  Peter praises spam.  Dan works on his catchphrase.  Maxwell doesn’t want to play DOOM anymore.   Playing DOOM on Freakin’ Everything

Been a while since the last one, but the More Than Monototonoms are back with more quarter-sized topics, same low price!  Maxwell probes your memory.  Evan does and does not want some popcorn.  Dan catches up on some gaming.  Peter nitpicks our favorite subject.   For some games in the pile of shame, it’s just too late to play | Polygon

What happens when you mix Bigfoot, aliens, and a certain lakey Scottish dragon?  You get an episode where the More Than Monotoskeptics argue about monsters and superstitions.  Dan wants more fungi.  Evan believes in the value of silicon-based life.  Peter plays with emotions.  Maxwell lives by his own rules.

A “microtransaction” is a tiny payment you can make in certain video games in order to gain a specified amount of virtual rewards.  The More Than Monotolegends would like to thank you for sticking with them through that sentence.  Maxwell buys a gumball.  Peter becomes the very best.  Evan sets new lows.  Dan analyzes the competitive edge of Storm Trooper #24.   Editor’s Note: We apologize for issues with audio quality during the first half of the episode.

Is humanity regressing?  The More Than Monotosapiens are here to let you know that maybe, just maybe, you’re turning back into a monkey.  You’ll get a free tail though!  Dan becomes a robit.  Evan fears the Disney lawyers.  Peter remembers the manatee.  And for the first time, Maxwell must apologize to you, dear listener.

As one of the newest additions to the entertainment sphere, the concept of video games as an art form is still highly contested.  Now, the More Than Monotobuds settle the score once and for all.  So please, no disagreeing with us.  Evan refuses to see the truth.  Peter revives Randy Savage.  Maxwell clarifies ants.  Dan shines a light on a well-known cannibal.   “Shia LaBeouf” Live | Rob Cantor

That sleeper-hit show you may have heard of has come to an end, which means it’s time to talk a bunch about Game of Thrones.  Beware of spoilers, like how Sean Bean dies in the first season.  Dan ruins things.  Maxwell wants more Aragorn.  Peter knows feasting and crows.  Evan is unusually quiet.

With the release of the teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, get ready to hear our hopes and dreams for Episode IX.  As if this wasn’t an inevitable discussion.  Peter isn’t as happy as you think he is.  Dan wants more grit.  Evan contemplates heat death.  And featuring a special guest appearance of Maxwell seething!

Now that the MCU’s Infinity Saga has officially come to a close, it’s time to wrap up that incessant Marvel talk started one year ago. Dan steals one from Google.  Evan doesn’t want to talk about time travel.  Maxwell has stern words for Thor.  Peter drags in Star Wars, because of course he does. BEWARE Avengers Endgame Spoilers.

For an episode about why none of the More Than Monototechies use Apple-brand electronics, they sure do spend a lot of time talking about public transportation.  Funny how that happens sometimes. Peter plans his criminal career. Evan explains the food chain. Maxwell doesn’t like dirty people. Dan has had enough of Thunderbolt.

We are sorry to say that not every blockbuster film franchise is created equal.  The More Than Monotolosers look to see which of them are critical darlings and which are only overwhelming financial successes.  Evan recounts a nursery rhyme. Maxwell likes Lord of the Rings. Peter asserts his answers. Dan starts the party.   Best/Worst Successful Film Franchises Millerite Prophetic Time Chart, 1843

No, the More Than Monotoperps aren’t confessing to any cold cases (at least not this week), they’re talking about true crime media and its effect on modern criminology.  Maxwell gets a geography lesson. Peter offends the meat gods. Dan goes to Canada. Evan wants you to stop making your podcast.   Episode 13: Who is Ryan Duke | Up and Vanished

In a deep dive into the world of video games, the More Than Monotowinners discuss the unique aspects of the open-world game design philosophy.  Evan talks up the yakuza. Peter cheats on his games. Dan wants to get at least 2 frames per second in his menus. Maxwell sniffles.

Round three of the grub bug is here, and the More Than Monotobaggers have even more of those tiny little topics for you.  Maxwell wants to know about your perfect day. Evan thinks you should love The Rock even more than you already do. Dan has some secret talents to share.  Peter reminisces on old cartoons.

The More Than Monotocrackpots dive into the deep well of conspiracy theories this week, tackling one of the classics: our beautiful, pale blue disk.  Dan acts like a fool. Maxwell wants to be Jeff Foxworthy. Evan has some questions for former president George W. Bush. Peter offends just about everyone.   1 in 4 Americans Thinks the Sun Goes Around the Earth | NPR

It’s the first anniversary of More Than Monotony!  The More Than Monotogang takes a look back on 2018, and reflects on the best aspects of the year.  We hope our podcast has brought you a year’s worth of joy, and will continue to bring joy for many years to come.

Who plays more video games: your little cousin, or your great aunt?  Trick question, the answer is the More Than Monotogamers. As the video game industry continues to grow, the details of its reach can be surprising.  Peter picks up a marketing gig. Maxwell mixes up his holidays. Dan does some money math. Evan really doesn’t care for Ready Player One.   Essential Facts About the Computer and Video Game Industry | Entertainment Software Association Beyond 50/50: Breaking Down the Percentage of Female Gamers by Genre | Quantic Foundry

With seemingly every film franchise being either remade or rebooted, the More Than Monotopeople weigh in on what makes a successful restart.  Matt joins the cast. Evan disapproves of sentient candelabras. Peter hopes Emma Watson is listening. Dan ruins Shrek.

In this Christmas hangover episode of More Than Monotony, the More Than Monotoholics talk up their favorite bars.  The usual hijinks ensue. Peter would rather talk about bears. Maxwell becomes less of a man. Dan is not a pilot.  Evan would like to apologize to the state of Florida.

You all loved it the first time, so Grab Bag returns with more bite-size tidbits from the More Than Monotomen.  Evan thinks TV shows are too long. Peter finally is allowed to talk Aquaman. Dan wants to know about your farts.  Maxwell listens to some guilty pleasure music.

For the next dive into mythology, the More Than Monotofolks look way back to the ancient Egyptians to see what made their gods stand out from their contemporaries.  Dan steals a point. Evan is sick of underworld deities. Peter becomes his own hype man. Maxwell derails a bowling alley.

Music is an essential, but oft-neglected part of movies, games, and television.  The More Than Monotosicians explore how a good soundtrack can enhance a work, and where you can find the best of those sweet, sweet scores.  Evan upsets the group. Dan sings Pokemon. Maxwell needs his 2 a.m. Peter goes “bwonk”   The Marvel Symphonic Universe | Every Frame a Painting A Theory of Film Music | Dan Golding

Peter and Dan like to mess around with some other podcasts on the side.  If you’re looking for some recommendations for your second-favorite podcast, those two are the ones to ask, they’ll hook you up.  Evan is here too.

This week, the More Than Monotoblokes are debuting the first installment of a new format! Try your luck with the More Than Monotony Grab BagTM, a selection of quick-fire topics too short for feature film but perfect for binge watching.  Peter preaches about meat. Maxwell needs you to study. Dan wants to know more about your bed. Evan doesn’t get this whole Fortnite thing.

Super bacteria are coming for you and your family!  Join the More Than Monotohosts as they cover the issue of antibiotic resistance and what you can do to fight back.  Maxwell brings the bug facts. Peter is unfazed. Dan fights a rose bush. Evan has stern words for apples.   What do we do when antibiotics don’t work any more? | Maryn McKenna Antibiotic / Antimicrobial Resistance - Protecting Yourself and Your Family

The More Than Monotochamps are back again with more Star Wars!  This time it’s all about giving credit where credit is due, and defending the weaker aspects of the prequel trilogy.  Peter feels the bromance. Evan is kindly asked to leave. Maxwell seethes once more. Dan speaks the unspeakable name.   Ferret Leggiiiiiing Shooooooooooooooooow

Ever wanted the inside scoop on what exactly happened to Atlantis?  Well, the More Than Monotonolanteans are here to put the final word into just how they lost that continent.  Peter claims a new heritage. Dan tries to comprehend Atlas. Evan blows your minds. Maxwell talks to a fish.

Deadpool 2 and Solo: A Star Wars Story are both available on your favored home media platform, so now is the perfect time to listen to Evan and Peter’s reviews before you rewatch those films.  Based on the box office returns, it’s not like you saw Solo in theaters anyways.

Big telescopes are pretty neat, so the More Than Monotostronomers gather around to discuss all those fancy space pictures.  Armchair astronomy may occur. Dan educates. Peter goes off the deep end. Maxwell advances to the classical age. Evan does NOT apologize to Ryan Gosling.   Hubble Space Telescope Flawed Mirror Hubble eXtreme Deep Field Picture James Webb Space Telescope Comparison of nominal sizes of primary mirrors of notable optical telescopes

The entertainment world is moving towards a digital and streamed future, and the More Than Monotodudes ain’t havin’ that.  Or maybe they are, you’ll have to listen to find out. Evan tries a new hook. Dan puns. Maxwell asphyxiates. Peter wants his Iron Fist DVD already, dammit.

As a bunch of youngins themselves, the More Than Monotollennials talk about their generation and the challenges faced growing into the professional world.  Dan fails at a retake beyond what was previously thought possible. Peter pitches his better soda. Evan wants off this squalid pit. Maxwell pours one out for the monkey.

Whenever the third movie in a film franchise is released, the discussion inevitably turns to which installment of the trilogy is the best.  The More Than Monotobroskis weigh in with their thoughts on some classic trilogies and try and find if there’s a pattern to the quality. Maxwell discovers a time loop.  Evan wishes there was a sequel to The Matrix. Dan hopes you catch his Ocean’s Twelve reference. Peter breaks some eggs. Maxwell discovers a time loop.

To celebrate the 2018 MLB All-Star game, Dan and Peter talk about the slow pace of baseball and what changes they would like to see in order to improve the popularity of the sport.  We’re not sure why they think this counts as a “celebration” either.

Have you ever wondered how your cooking habits have affected your brain?  No? Well, the More Than Monotonutritionists discuss it anyways. Maxwell talks brain soup.  Dan wants to go back to raw foods. Evan wonders what bald eagle tastes like. Peter’s hatred for pandas is unyielding.   What is so special about the human brain? | Suzana Herculano-Houzel