Parallel Quest is a podcast that talks about the stories we love and shares our personal stories of how they have impacted our lives. The discussions cover all sorts of stories from a variety of different media forms such as books, movies, and video games. Put on your nostalgia goggles and join the journey of Parallel Quest. Cody and Zach have been close friends since high school, who love stories and the craft of storytelling. Parallel Quest is their journey in sharing personal stories from the first, fifth, or 100th time they have absorbed a particular story. Rather than a traditional "review" of the variety of different stories and their media formats, Parallel Quest focuses to discuss "how it is remembered" instead of "why it is good."
In this latest episode of Parallel Quest the guys share their thoughts on what is going on in the DC film universe and whether or not they are looking forward to the newest Avatar film.Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode the guys (Zach and Cody) talk about the film 300. This testosterone filled film of men willing to sacrifice everything in order to protect their land and way of life is one that the guys really enjoyed when it first came out. But does the highly choreographed action and rather over the top perspective on heroism stand the test of time? Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode the guys (Zach and Cody) talk about their thoughts on review bombing, and have a retrospective discussion on the amazing 2002 super-hero film, Spider-Man.Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode the guy's review Lightyear and Uncharted, now that they are both available to stream. They were our most anticipated movies of the year, how did they live up to expectations?Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode the guy's talk about National Treasure, the 2004 adventure film starring Nicholas Cage. This is actually Cody's first time watching the film, with Zach coming in as the seasoned viewing veteran, which makes for a very interesting perspective from each on this film.Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! This week the guys share their thoughts on the various different reveals at San Diego Comic Con. Topics including:A National Treasure series and the discussion around strong female leadsDC's upcoming movies and how they can capitalize on a weak phase 4 from MarvelWill A Dungeons and Dragons movie with the tone of Guardians of the Galaxy work?House of the Dragon: will it be good and have people completely lost interest in the GoT brand?The Rings of Power and Cody's change of heartShould Marvel have recast Black Panther?Marvel's future: Quantity reigns supreme. Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more Parallel Quest content. Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to a Parallel Quest Fantasy Fix. In this short episode Cody goes over why he is still excited about The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power in the midst of his tempered expectations.Check out our YouTube channel.Buy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode Cody and Zach discuss a classic tale of summer, The Sandlot. This is a movie that is a staple to many a childhood of the millennial generation. The Sandlot came out at a time where baseball was beginning to get to its highest point of popularity while also highlighting the summer shenanigans that so many kids get themselves into. Does the Sandlot pass the test of time though? As we have gotten older is this still a movie that we could sit down and watch anytime? As the guys discuss in the show, they do not have nearly as much nostalgia for this movie as many people who grew up with it will have. However, there are a lot of things within this movie that the guys still find really enjoyable. Stick around all the way to the end to hear the guys thoughts on a possible Brandon Sanderson on screen adaptation that sounds like it is in the works.Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode Cody and Zach give their in-depth review on the new Disney's latest adventure in the Star Wars saga, Obi-Wan Kenobi. Does this show put Star Wars back in a place that it deserves to be in? Or is this yet another squandered opportunity from the new era of Lucasfilm? There are elements in the show that are both worthy of praise, but there are matters that also deserve to be highly scrutinized. With the importance of legacy characters in the Star Wars universe, the guys had hoped that Obi-Wan's adventure would turn out more interesting and entertaining than the one that we most recently went on with Boba Fett. While there are definitely some highs in the show's 6 episode run, there are just a ton of issues with the story, causing it to struggle in attaining a spot in the upper echelon of Star Wars films.Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode Cody and Zach talk about the one rather good film of George Lucas's Star Wars prequels: Revenge of the Sith. The Star Wars prequel films are most definitely a mixed bag amongst fans of the franchise. With a little bit of time though, it seems like these have aged much better with fans than the initial reception of their release in the early 2000s. While Revenge of the Sith is the highlight of the film trilogy, it still does not reach the same heights that were attained in the original run of Star Wars films. It is a film that gets rather bogged down by poor dialogue and direction, which lives in a rather compelling narrative. Anakin's turn to the dark side plays out in very traditional fashion, following many of the tried and true methods of the tragic hero, and giving audiences a rather satisfying bridge to the Darth Vader that many grew up with. But how do the guys feel about this film many years after its release? With so many movies in the Star Wars universe at this point, how does it compare to the rest? Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Welcome to Parallel Quest! In this week's episode Cody and Zach talk about one of their favorite adventure movies ever made: Raiders of the Lost Ark. Between Star Wars and Indiana Jones, Lucasfilm delivered some of the most fun filled films for the better part of a decade. Currently the film studio seems a bit lost in their identity as they have tried to bring Star Wars back, but in 1981 with the first film in the Indiana Jones franchise, we got to witness Lucasfilm when it was at its best. In this episode the guys discuss their first experiences with Dr. Jones, point out the parts in the film that are exceptional, examine why McGuffins work for the entirety of the series, and share a unique perspective on what they believe to be the narrative tone of the film. We hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to let us know what you think!Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
In this week's episode Cody and Zach discuss their thoughts on a couple of shows and movies that they were excited about at the beginning of the year, providing their thoughts now that said projects are out. With the release of Kenobi, Cody shares his initial impressions of the first couple of episodes and his general concerns. This leads to a discussion between the guys of how “good” Star Wars actually is. Despite modern pessimism towards the franchise, it is important to remember that it has roots in greatness.For the main topic of this week's episode, Cody and Zach discuss the Action-Horror hit of 1999, The Mummy. While this movie might be standard action material, it does quite a few good things within the story that make it a very easy and enjoyable watch. The world was a different place in 1999 and our standards for a blockbuster were much different, but this is one that the guys believe has stood the test of time. The modern blockbuster really could learn a lot from the success of films like the Mummy and late 90's and early 2000's mega hits, especially if there is going to be success in the cinema outside of massive superhero franchises.Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Cody and Zach decide to share an update on some of the things that they have been watching recently and give their recommendations on whether or not they are worth your time. With Halo being one of Zach's most anticipated releases of the year, he gives some interesting insight on what he thinks of how the show starts off. This leads to a discussion on the importance of the man behind the mask in storytelling. Is it important to keep the man's identity secret for a longer period of time, or do we connect with the character more when we are able to see his face? The guys both have different opinions on what they think about the first three episodes of the show.Moon Knight is one of the latest heroes to be added into the pantheon of MCU protagonists, and the show starts off by giving us a very interesting premise. Listen in as Zach begins to convince Cody of potentially starting to dive into an MCU show, seeing as Cody hasn't had much interest in any of the MCU Disney+ projects.Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Beast of Big Bear Forest: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merchPodcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
When we sat down and started to review the Book of Boba Fett, one episode at a time, we thought that we were in for a treat. In spite of the fact that the season started off slow, Cody and Zach believed that the show was in good hands with John Favreau at the helm. However, the guys came to the conclusion that the show did not live up to the expectations that they had for it. That doesn't mean that the show was an absolute travesty, but rather that it just wasn't what they were looking for, nor what many Star Wars fans were looking for. In this episode of Parallel Quest, Cody and Zach give their final thoughts on the Book of Boba Fett, hoping that after the release of this show, we will experience something better with Obi-Wan Kenobi now that it is released.Buy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/Podcast Edited by Jake Butler***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
The long awaited sequel to Dr. Strange has been released and the guys at Parallel quest, sit down to give their spoiler-filled review. While this is a highly anticipated summer blockbuster and delivers a lot of fun, it is fair to say that this installment within the MCU is a bit of a mixed bag. There are strong elements that make the movie a joy to watch, but weak elements that take away from the plot and storytelling which is a bit disappointing. Zach as a longtime fan of horror, likes a lot of what is delivered upon in Multiverse of Madness but offers fair critiques. Cody, who tends to not veer towards this type of film, found himself liking it quite a bit more than he probably would have expected. The guys come together to try to give a fair assessment of the second Dr. Strange film in this latest episode of Parallel Quest, but we would love to know more about what you think about the movie. Did you love it or hate it? Did the superhero/horror crossover work for you? How important will this movie be down the line as we continue on in phase 4 of the MCU?Let us know what you think at https://www.steellakestudio.com/communityAlso be sure to check out our YouTube page.Timestamps0:00- Intro0:40- First Impressions about MOM5:27- Overview & Plot Summary9:30- Dissecting plot and marketing plan16:00- Dr Strange movie or SW Movie23:15- Sub Plot critique26:00- What we liked about MOM37:25: Complaints on the film51:45- Critique of SW53:40 Closing Thoughts58:36- OutroShout out to our new editor, Jake Butler! We are excited to have him taking part in Parallel Quest.Intro/Outro Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Dumb and Dumber is one of the best comedies of the slapstick variety. Before it ever hit the screen it was a movie that no production company wanted to back, but after its wild success it goes to show that executives aren't always right on what people are going to like. While Dumb and Dumber is a film that Cody and Zach think is hilarious now, their first impression of it was not nearly as high as it has become. Listen in to this episode to see what it is about the movie and the guys that changed their perspective after their first viewing of it. Also listen in for facts and stories about how this movie got to the screen and who the original cast members were desired to be. While Dumb and Dumber is crammed with hilarious moments, the guys will share with you their personal favorites and we would love to hear your favorites as well.Listen to the audio podcast of the show here: https://www.steellakestudio.com/parallelquestBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:20 Zach Saves a Man5:20 The Northman Review17:20 Road Trip Stories35:35 1994: The Year Dumb and Dumber Released43:14 Fun Facts and Background54:20 Plot Summary57:00 Initial Impressions and Changed Perspectives1:08:00 Is Slapstick Comedy Still Relevant?1:16:45 The Guys Favorite ScenesThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The Batman released at the beginning of March to positive reviews from critics and mostly good reception from fans. The success of the film shows that reboots and remakes still are not going to disappear anytime soon in the foreseeable future. While The Batman can definitely be recognized as a success, it is not a flawless movie, in fact it has quite a few of them. Some of the early hype around the film had some people coming out and saying that this is the best Batman ever to release, which Cody and Zach have some thoughts about. The guys share their initial reviews in a spoiler free manner, followed by an in depth discussion of deeper analysis on the storytelling and character journeys in the latest adventure of the World's greatest detective. Timestamps for all discussion points can be found below.Check out our YouTube Channel!Buy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Spoiler Free Reviews7:59 Reboots/Remakes are Here to Stay10:50 Is this the Darkest Gotham13:30 The Controversial Wayne Family Legacy23:00 Character Analysis52:30 How was Pattinson as Batman?1:07:00 The Greatest Strengths1:16:00 A Critique of the EndingThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Braveheart was a huge release in the mid-90's with great staying power and influence. Proving that you can have an epic tale that can attain box office success, critical acclaim, and audience adoration. In this episode of Parallel Quest, the guys share their most anticipated films that are yet to be released in 2022 and cover Braheart in the Retrospective segment.Check out our YouTube Channel.Buy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction0:40 Zach's Snowboarding Adventure9:47 Shoveling Snow is No Fun17:40 State of the Podcast21:11 Most Antcipated for 202233:00 Braveheart Retrospective — The Year 199541:32 Plot Summary42:51 Film Background/Historical Inaccuracies55:00 Initial Impressions1:00:00 What Makes William Wallace a Hero?1:04:00 The Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
#WheelOfTime #Season1 #ReviewOur journey with the first season of Amazon's The Wheel of Time has come to its end as we put together our overarching review for our general perspective on season 1. This review contains SPOILERS and seeks to be a reflection on both the good and bad, as well as give some feedback on how the show can improve going forward. Even though there were some moments and episodes we liked quite a bit and others that we thought were rather disappointing, the journey of reviewing and analyzing the show has been a fun one. Let us know what you think about the Wheel of Time. Do you love it? Hate it? Indifferent? Watch on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:02 Good, Bad, or Meh?3:08 The Strengths7:38 The Weaknesses11:44 Improvements We Want18:19 Excited for Season 2?Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
Book of Boba Fett episode 3 was what the guys were asking for in concept, but the execution of it was not nearly as rewarding as what they hoped for. In this week's review the guys break down the various different things in the episode that either didn't work well or just turned out to be underwhelming.SPOILERS.Fighting a wookie, bringing in a rancor, and a “speeder chase,” were not enough to make this episode hit the level of entertainment that this show should be able to achieve. In its 38 minute run time, chapter 3 of the Book of Boba Fett is not atrocious but rather just average. However, there are certain intellectual properties that should never settle for average and Star Wars is one such property. Let us know what you think of the Book of Boba Fett in the comments and let us know how we are doing on our reviews and analysis.Watch Ep. 2 Review on YouTube HEREWatch this Episode on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:47 General Impressions4:25 What We Wanted?7:43 Tatooine's Water Supply Solved10:28 Hipster Android Friends13:31 The Rancor…15:49 What is the Show's Identity?19:00 The Worst Scene in the Show so Far23:27 War is Coming28:46 Final Score and ConclusionThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch-----------------------------------------------Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k
The first season of The Book of Boba Fett is here! In chapter (episode 1) we are given the answer to the great mystery of “What happened to Boba Fett after Return of the Jedi?” As we know from the existence of the show he is clearly alive and well, but what type of man does Boba Fett become after having such a close brush with death? We believe that is the story that will unfold throughout the first season, and the first chapter, “Stranger in a Strange Land” gives us a small glimpse of what this series is going to be all about. Follow along with Cody and Zach as they review and analyze here on Parallel Quest.Watch the Episode on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:41 General Impressions4:00 Is The Show in Good Hands?6:39 A Nod to Classic Sci-Fi7:34 The Sand People Story9:23 A New Type of Boba Fett12:09 The Purpose of the Episode13:20 The Direction of the Show15:42 Conclusion and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The first season of Amazon Prime's, The Wheel of Time, has come to its end. Cody and Zach give their final review of the season, until the show returns in the future. Did Moiraine and the Emond's Field five go out with a bang, or was the finale more of a disappointing bust? Perhaps neither extreme is true and the finale was good enough but ultimately could have been a little bit better. The guys discuss all their thoughts on the final episode of season 1 in this week's review.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:28 General Impressions3:50 Perrin Problems Continue7:10 What Characters Were We Supposed to Care About?10:00 Delivering on the Dark One? Did the Show Need More Episodes?13:30 Was the Dragon Reborn's Power Properly Displayed?17:10 The Battle was Decent… Just Decent19:00 False Tension22:25 Rand's Arc Displayed25:35 How Faithful was the Adaptation?28:15 Score and ConclusionThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERSSeason 1 of The Wheel of Time has reached its penultimate episode, and it is one that has been worth the wait. We begin to see storylines come to satisfying milestones, even though there are some that still have issues. Episode 7 is not perfect but it does a lot more good than bad, and puts the show in a much stronger place then it was a few weeks ago. Cody and Zach enjoyed it and look forward to the final episode next week. Check out the chapters below to see the topics discussed.Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Suspension of Disbelief & General Impressions4:30 The Opening: Good, Bad, or Awkward?7:00 A Potential Improvement9:30 Starting in the Ways… Good Enough12:00 How to Critique Mat12:50 Perrin: What's Going On? (The Love Triangle)15:45 Different Perspectives on Rand Vs. Perrin20:20 Different Perspective on Lan & Nynaeve27:00 The Dragon Reborn30:20 Conclusion and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Brandon Sanderson is a much talked about storyteller on this podcast, and this week the guys finally do a retrospective on one of his early breakthroughs, Mistborn: The Final Empire. After catching everyone up on the books they are currently watching, the guys take it back to 2006, discussing the state of the world when we were all first introduced to the magical system of Allomancy. There is lots of praise to go around when talking about Mistborn but it is not a perfect work, and there are definitely critiques of Sanderson's early work. Cody and Zach talk about it all in the latest episode of Parallel QuestCheck out our YouTube Channel for the Podcast highlightsBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 People Who Chew Toothpicks6:12 Christmas Shopping Early10:00 Judging Books by Cover14:20 What we are Reading/Watching24:20 MAIN TOPIC: Mistborn. What was 2006 Like?29:00 Critical Reception31:30 Plot Summary39:30 The Book Feels Like a Movie43:00 Background on the Book54:30 Initial/First Impressions1:10:00 Is the Magic Writing always Good?1:18:00 Are the Characters too Tropey?1:22:45 Is it the Best Entry Point for High Fantasy?1:26:15 Lasting ImpactThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The Wheel of Time's first season is drawing near to its conclusion, and bounces back into the main plot with both strengths and weaknesses. As the final stretch of episodes falls before us, the guys' conclusion with episode 6 is one of hope for the series and where it can go moving forward. Episode 6 in the Wheel of Time is not perfect but one that finally delivers on the potential of this cast, showcasing a true strength in the show. Watch and listen to this week's review to hear all that Zach and Cody enjoyed about this episode as well as the elements that they did not consider to be quite as good. Thank you so much for checking it out!Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome [SPOILERS]0:20 General Thoughts and Impressions4:20 Reuniting the Characters: Critiques and Praises8:45 Perrin and Egwene's Arrival in Tar Valon11:10 Mat and Rand: What do We Think15:40 Moiraine's Emotional Arc (Some of the Series' Best Dialogue)22:20 A Good Full Circle Narrative24:27 Final Thoughts and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Every good season of a television series is going to have an episode that is widely enjoyed, while there is often an episode that stinks out for being subpar. In The Wheel of Time's first season, episode 5 comes across as the latter. While this is by no means an atrocity, it did not build upon the excitement that was introduced in episode 4. The guys talk about the strengths and weaknesses in this week's episode review and discuss their optimism for the series nonetheless.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:10 Starting with the Good7:00 Criticisms, Problems, and What Isn't Working12:30 Character Development Struggles17:00 Skeptical of Changes from the Book20:20 Concluding Thoughts and Score Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The Wheel of Time Season 1 is already halfway to the finish line with the release of episode 4. In this week's review the guys discuss the trajectory of the show and the potential effects the series might have on hardcore fans of the book series. Do the guys enjoy the direction of the show? Which group of characters has the most interesting plot line to this point? Was this episode too heavy on exposition in comparison to the first three? Zach and Cody discuss all of that and more on this week's Wheel of Time episode review. Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:58 SPOILER WARNING1:30 Strongest Group of Characters4:45 Bringing In Logain/Giving Us Villain8:45 The Strength of Dialogue and Exposition12:00 Parallel Storytelling and Worldbuilding16:30 The Surprising Conclusion. Did it Work?18:25 Is this Working as an Adaptation?21:00 Final VerdictsThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The Wheel of Time has finally arrived on Amazon Prime! The guys discuss their thoughts on the first 3 episodes of season 1. Did it come out making a huge statement or did it stumble out of the gate a bit? Are we excited for every single Friday going forward or is it something we aren't as excited for going forward? We discuss all of these topics and more in our review and initial impressions of the show.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Our Background with The Wheel of Time7:30 Story/Storytelling and Scores out of 1024:45 The Show Release Formula28:45 The Characters42:30 How Excited are We Going Forward?Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Within the Fantasy genre there are many tried and true tropes, such as slaying dragons, rescuing princesses, fighting dark lords, brave warriors, mysterious wizards, etc. Name of the Wind is a novel that seeks to bring some of these tropes into a story that feels more grounded and mundane than the typical epic fantastical journey. In this retrospective, the guys discuss the popular novel by Patrick Rothfuss, sharing their perspective on the story as newcomers to the series. Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Zach Survived the Virus2:30 Timestamps Reminder3:30 Stories from the Guys8:45 What We are Reading/Watching18:00 Name of the Wind (State of the World 2007)30:00 Stats and Facts 39:45 Plot Summary1:02:45 Initial Impressions1:17:00 The Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
We went to see Dune! Here is our longform review and discussion about the film, enjoy! Zach, a seasoned veteran of the the Dune franchise, and Cody, a fresh face to the world of Arrakis, discuss the brand new film, its strengths, critiques, and some of their favorite scenes. The review is mostly spoiler free, with spoilers discussed at the end. Let us know what you thought about the movie.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:00 Why We Wanted to See Dune11:00 [No Spoilers] What the Movie is about21:00 The Strengths34:30 Critiques55:00 Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down?57:30 The Experience1:13:00 SPOILERS -- Our Favorite ScenesThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Back from a long hiatus, the guys are back to discuss the future of publishing with an emphasis on the impact of audiobooks. The perfect storm for the rise in audiobooks has arisen. They are less expensive to make than ever before, easier to attain than ever before, and as time goes on there are more and more affordable options in acquiring audiobooks. But can listening to a story on your headphones rival the experience or adventuring through the pages of a book? Listen to this episode of Parallel Quest to find out what the guys think and let us know what you think as well.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Zach is Back and Discusses New Fatherhood10:30 Our Thoughts on the Future of Publishing11:42 History of the Self-publishing Boom16:30 The New Wave of Self-publishing=Audiobooks20:00 Auditory Storytelling is the Future as well as the Past24:00 Writing to be Heard and the Importance of Performance30:00 Does an Audio focus Impact Characters in Stories?33:30 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
In this week's episode of Parallel Quest, the guys are doing a bit of a different show as they talk about the future of cinema. Listen in as they discuss their own movie going processes and share what they think the theater is going to be like in the future. Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Zach's Latest Trip to the Movie Theater4:00 What is the Movie Theater Like Now9:00 Our Thoughts on Going to the Movies13:00 Are the Types of Movies in the Theater going to Change?18:00 Cody's Grocery Shopping Rant22:30 A Question about being Patient43:00 Discussing the Future of Cinema and Movies45:00 The Experience of Community while Viewing50:00 Streaming vs Theater1:00:00 Convenience Always Wins1:10:00 How many Times do we go to the Movies a Year1:14:00 The Impact of Affordable Home Theaters1:18:00 Quantity over Quality1:36:00 The Theater in 2019 vs 2021Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
There are many great storytellers in the world. However, just because one may be considered a great storyteller does not mean that everything that they create falls under an equal caliber of greatness. In today's episode of Parallel Quest, the guys discuss Stephen King's, The Tommyknockers and how it under delivers, but how ultimately that was a good thing.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Paperback Copies of Terror Town Available!2:23 What to Order at a Restaurant16:00 Cody Getting back into Final Fantasy XIV31:00 What are we Watching and Reading43:00 1987 State of the World and Interesting Facts53:20 Main Topic: THE TOMMYKNOCKERS Stats and Summary58:00 Why we wanted to Talk about it1:00:00 The Importance of Knowing Why Something is Made1:03:00 The Story Summary1:10:00 Strengths and Weaknesses of The Tommyknockers1:16:00 Our Opinion on Goodreads and Book Reviews1:23:00 How a Bad Book was Made into a Miniseries1:27:00 Stephen King's only Time Making an Alien Encounter Story1:35:00 The Problem with Book Length1:45:00 The Use of Gruesome Scenes1:52:00 Favorite Scenes and CharactersThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
One of the greatest short story collections to ever be written, The Martian Chronicles, still holds up as one of the guys' favorites to this day. While going through school, we are forced to read a lot of books and do a lot of assignments that are not necessarily exciting, but this was not so when Cody and Zach read through Ray Bradbury's iconic short story collection. In this week's episode of Parallel Quest the guys look back on and continue to praise this classic.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Graphic T Shirts and Drawstrings10:00 The Normal People Olympics18:00 The Death of Storytelling30:30 What are we Reading39:30 State of the World 195052:50 MAIN TOPIC: Martian Chronicles Story Summary56:00 What is the Martian Chronicles?59:00 Fun Facts1:07:00 Initial Impact1:21:00 Our Top 3 Stories from Martian Chronicles1:59:00 Lasting Appeal and ConclusionThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
A lively Mariachi band can make for great entertainment at a wedding, young Pokemon trainers are being raised within Cody's House, and a discussion of one of the most underappreciated sci-fi films to have come out in the last 20 years; these are the contents of this week's episode of Parallel Quest. Listen in as Cody and Zach share about the time they saw the movie Super 8 and how it became an instant classic for each one of them. Seeing this movie did not come without a little bit of drama beforehand, though, for Cody and Zach have a history of not-so-great movie theater experiences together. Super 8, definitely delivered in spite of skepticism going in. The film combines nostalgia, tried and true storytelling methods, and a heavy handed theme, which all comes together to make a fun film for people of all ages.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 First Time Mariachi Experience10:30 Not Knowing anyone at a Wedding16:00 Cody's Kids getting into Pokemon29:18 What the Guys are Reading40:00 A Question about the Potential Shortcomings of Horror45:45 2011 State of the World56:21 MAIN TOPIC: SUPER 8 // Summary and Stats 1:04:00 How they Approached Filming Child Actors1:10:00 A Film that Connected us with the Previous Generation.1:19:20 Zach's Redemption Story1:23:00 The Importance of the Monster Makeup and Models1:27:00 This Movie Reminds us of our Own Childhood1:32:00 The Importance of Keeping the Alien Off-Screen1:36:11 One of Our Favorite Abrams Films but…1:48:40 There aren't a lot of Movies Like this Anymore.1:56:40 Lasting Appeal and GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
In the mid-late 90's something that was on the minds of many was whether or not our planet and civilization was going to make it into the next millennium. With that came an increasing popularity in disaster films. What better plot line than to have the entire human race threatened by Alien invaders, whose sole purpose is to destroy humanity as we knew it. However, these aliens would run into the stopping power of the United States Air Force and their uncanny ability to string together a plan to save the planet in a mere 48 hours. Not only is it the most efficient use of government time and resources imaginable, all of this is accomplished on the very day that the United States forefathers decided to declare their independence from the rule of Great Britain, hence the title INDEPENDENCE DAY. Listen or watch along in this episode as Cody and Zach discuss this popular 90's film and begin their next series of discussing through stories that deal with alien encounters.Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:00 Grass Cutting Catastrophe11:00 How Many Animals Survive a Litter?18:00 The Independent League Baseball Game31:00 What We are Reading and Watching49:40 1996 State of the World1:04:00 INDEPENDENCE DAY Summary and Stats1:12:30 The Most Efficient the Government has ever been1:14:00 Independence Day was the movie that was always on.1:17:30 The Aliens are not in the Movie all that much1:23:00 The Independence Day Action Figures1:27:50 How Zach Watched it in the Car1:33:34 What do we Think about UFO Sightings1:43:00 Something to Think about with Aliens1:50:00 Why do Aliens always Want to Destroy in Storytelling?1:53:00 What Makes Independence Day Standout?2:06:00 Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Wedding Crashers introduced us to the memorable duo of John and Jeremy through the journey of party crashing playboys to men who find their true loves. However, before seeing Wedding Crashers, we were not even familiar with the concept of wedding crashing in our adolescent lives. As we each stumbled upon this movie for the first time in our mid-teens, we were introduced to a different brand of comedy that would come to influence the next decade of the genre. While everyone gets a happy (and rather cliche) end when this story finally wraps, the laughs and the character arcs make this film worth the time, even to this day. Buy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:00 The Baby Whisperer13:00 The Common Ground of Board Games and Podcasts23:00 A Quick Discussion on Learning28:50 What are We Reading39:20 2005 State of the World54:33 Wedding Crashers Summary and Stats1:02:50 Zach's Initial Impact1:06:00 Adoration for Characters with Bombastic Struggles1:10:00 Cody's Initial Impact [Awkward Watching with Dad]1:16:00 The Film's Potentially Questionable Theme1:23:00 Surprisingly Good Character Arcs1:37:00 The Influence on Comedy Films1:44:00 Why we don't like Bridesmaids but love Wedding Crashers and the Hangover1:55:00 The Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
500 Days of Summer is a romantic comedy that both of the guys were surprised to like quite a bit. It tells the story of two young professionals who both bring something great to a relationship, but in the end, for somewhat unexplained reasons, the relationship did not work out for them. However, 500 Days of Summer is not a story focused simply on the love between the two main characters, but rather how each person develops into the man or woman they were meant to become in the midst of their rollercoaster ride of a relationship. Listen in to this week's episode of Parallel Quest as the guys discuss this movie and the way in which it has influenced and informed their own perspective on the dating life of young professionals looking for love. Buy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome5:00 The Sauna17:30 Brawlhalla Addiction31:15 Update on SLS Publications35:40 The Books We are Reading48:10 2009 State of the World1:01:50 500 Days of Summer (Summary and Stats)1:11:10 Initial Impact / Relating to the Brokenhearted1:16:00 A Young Married Couple's Perspective1:25:00 Hope for the Hopeless Romantic1:31:00 Is it a Coming of Age Story?1:39:50 Is there an Antagonist in the Story?1:50:00 Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
There is one thing true to all relationships… Breakups are never fun when they occur. Even the most amicable of severed ties can be stressful and depressing for all parties involved. Through the avenue of storytelling breakups can be made a little bit easier when we can laugh at someone else's misery. That is the main topic of this episode of Parallel Quest through discussing the film Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The guys talk about this 2008 film as well as the challenge of home repairs, smoothies we don't like, the challenge of trying to sleep, and other interesting things that happened in the year 2008.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:48 Quick Audio Disclaimer2:56 Home Repair Struggles10:00 Indian Food and Smoothies15:00 “Sleeping In” on Weekends24:00 Hard Copies of Terror Town (Link in Description)29:00 New Show Coming Soon for Steel Lake Studio32:30 Main Topic: Forgetting Sarah Marshall34:00 2008 State of the World39:45 The Housing Crisis and The Big Short46:00 Interesting Stats from 200849:50 Why Forgetting Sarah Marshall is a Great Breakup Film51:45 Plot Summary59:00 Critical Reception1:02:00 The Impact on the Stars' Careers1:06:00 Aldous Snow/Russel Brand1:12:00 Appreciating the Main Character1:18:00 A “Fun” Way to Process through a Breakup1:21:00 Our Two Favorite QuotesThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
In the guys' journey through Parallel Quest, they have not ventured into the realm of romance at this point in the podcast's life. While Cody and Zach are more interested in adventure and high concept storytelling, there is something to be said about the tried and true success of the romantic comedy. Romcoms are oftentimes predictable with overly recycled plotlines and tropes, but continue on in spite of their flaws, mainly because of the date night potential. However, every once in a while, we encounter a romantic comedy that transcends expectation, entering into a different tier of quality. 10 Things I Hate about You is one such film. A mix of Shakespearean influence with a touch of hyperbolic high school tropes, and topped off with a lot of good laughs throughout, this movie is one that can be enjoyed by people of many different tastes and generations. Sit back, relax and feel free to engage as the Parallel Quest team examines the impact of 10 Things I Hate about You.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome3:21 Zach's Lake Day Realization15:00 The Cool Stuff Shirt Story29:25 Updates from Steel Lake Studio32:50 Books We're Reading: Name of the Wind38:50 Books We're Reading: Guns, Germs and Steel40:45 Books We're Reading: Mistborn Series50:54 1999 State of the World1:12:00 Main Topic: Ten Things I Hate About You1:18:00 The Shakespearean Influence1:24:00 Critical Reception and Review1:30:00 The Impact on the Careers of the Stars1:37:00 The Initial Impact of 10 Things1:57:00 Why The Guys Decided to Talk Romcoms2:03:00 What Makes This Movie Work Better than other RomcomsThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
A story about espionage is a great avenue to get an audience member engaged in a tale. The story can either add to their own conspiracies about how the world of secret intelligence works or begin to deconstruct them. The Bourne Identity is a story that puts us in the shoes of an amnesiac assassin who is trying to figure out who he is, all while surviving against the world's most adept assets. In this week's episode of Parallel Quest, the guys discuss drive-in theaters, reaction videos, generational gaps, amnesia, free cam, James Bond, and of course this is all done with the backdrop of the main topic: The Bourne Identity.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:25 Unexpected Upside of the Vaccine7:30 Drive-In Movie Adventure17:30 Zach Watching Reaction Videos20:30 GPS Generational Gap27:30 Being Resourceful vs. Being Knowledgeable 32:30 News from Steel Lake Studio36:00 Main Topic: The Bourne Identity40:41 Did this Story Inspire the Bourne Series?46:49 Other Guys Who Could Have Played Jason Bourne55:00 Stats and Reception1:00:26 The Aesthetic of The Bourne Identity1:09:00 A Little bit about the Novel1:11:42 Seeing the Last film Before any Others1:19:45 Initially Underappreciating the Film1:33:55 Preference: James Bond or Jason Bourne1:37:49 Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
While there may be no perfect ending for a story, one of the most important components of a good story is that the conclusion is satisfactory. However, that does not mean the most talented storytellers are great at sticking the landing. The guys share the components of what makes a strong ending, and examine what it looks like when a story falls flat in its final moments. This is all centered around the main topic for discussion, Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, where both the book and the film have fantastic endings to an epic tale.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:25 Sauce Conspiracy10:45 A Surprisingly Good Chicken Sandwich14:30 Getting Back to Board Games25:00 Our Favorite and Least Favorite Endings56:40 MAIN TOPIC: Return of the King57:30 2003 State of the World1:08:00 Ditching Friends to see Return of the King1:17:07 Bringing together Multiple Generations1:24:00 The Masterful Dialogue1:26:00 Plot Refresh1:39:00 The Success of the Movie1:42:15 How did the Books become Films?1:45:00 Did the Films “Ruin” the Books?1:57:00 The Attitude of Adaptation2:04:00 Why the Lord of the Rings is Special to UsThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
50 episodes into Parallel Quest felt like a good point to discuss some of our favorite television programs as kids. From Boy Meets World to Courage the Cowardly Dog, there were many shows we enjoyed within the first 12 years of our lives that left a lasting impact. Since we were inspired to talk about these shows, we also got into a very long conversation on Cody’s impressions on Game of Thrones, as he spent the last 2 months watching it. We hope you enjoy this episode of Parallel Quest, and let us know what some of your favorite childhood shows are.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:35 Grilling Season3:50 The Beekeeper15:28 The Phantom Bike Rider28:00 Game of Thrones series review/discussion1:13:00 Favorite TV Shows from Childhood1:15:00 Are you Afraid of the Dark?1:24:25 Boy Meets World1:30:42 Smallville1:33:18 Full House1:37:24 Ed, Edd, and Eddy1:46:10 Pokemon1:51:00 Hey Arnold!1:59:20 Batman: The Animated Series2:06:34 Courage the Cowardly Dog2:15:00 Dragon Ball Z2:21:42 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Trilogies make up some of the greatest stories that we get to experience. The second installment in a trilogy has the challenging task of improving on the work of its predecessor but setting up the final part to give great payoff. In this week’s episode of Parallel Quest the guys talk about trilogies and how good the second part of well-known trilogies rank. In the second half of the show, the guys discuss the second installment in Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, The Two Towers.Watch the show on YOUTUBEBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:54 Movie Trailer Voice4:00 Resident FDA expert11:00 Eating Rotten Food15:00 The Library31:00 SLS News update33:00 Best Part of Trilogies1:05:00 Featured Story: The Two Towers1:10:00 State of the World in 20021:16:00 Stats and Summary1:26:00 Book to Film Differences1:28:00 History and Fun Facts1:37:00 Experiencing the Great Writing1:40:00 Getting the 2nd DVD before the 1st1:44:30 Seeing it with a Random Friend of a Sibling1:51:00 The Many Attempts of Trying to Read the Book1:53:20 Is it One of the Best Battle Scenes Still?2:07:00 The Impact Two Towers had on LotRThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Some might say that The Patriot could simply be boiled down to a basic revenge tale, while others may claim it to be a great story on the American Revolution. Either way one may look at this film, it was a big deal when it was released in the summer of 2000. Join in on this week’s episode of Parallel Quest as the guys discuss the simple things, journaling, seafood, patriotic films, and the epic film starring Mel Gibson, The Patriot Watch on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPSPQ 48 Timestamps0:00 Welcome0:40 Thankful for the Little Things5:00 Keeping a Journal14:15 Do Midwesterners Appreciate Seafood?32:30 Patriotic Films42:00 MAIN TOPIC: THE PATRIOT42:00 State of the World in 200052:00 Plot Summary59:00 Is The Patriot too Cliche1:06:00 The Great Scenes1:09:20 The Jason Isaacs Story... Again1:13:00 Fun Facts about the Patriot1:17:00 Didn't Understand the Hype1:27:00 The Tomahawk Scene1:31:00 American Revolution Films in the Future?1:35:00 Romanticizing the Past1:38:00 Unlikely Plot Points1:43:00 The Power of Fantasy over History1:47:00 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
In 2000, the new Millennia brought one of the teams favorite movies, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, starring Russel Crowe. Growing up this was an important movie in the lives of our teenage selves, from the great battle scenes to the script full of one-liners. Even though the final product is something that the guys love, that doesn't mean the production was without its fair share of hiccups. The script full of quotable lines was anything but easy to work with. The relationship with Proximo (Oliver Reed) and Maximus (Russel Crowe) on screen was somewhat reflective of the difficult relationship that these two had off-screen. Historical accuracy was something that the film strived for but it was not accurate enough to satisfy everyone. Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:32 New Topic1:30 Runaway Dog12:20 Game of Thrones and Shock Value24:30 SLS/Podcast News30:00 Best Picture (Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down)1:00:00 The Gladiator1:07:30 Our Favorite Quotes from Gladiator1:11:00 Inspiration for the Film1:16:00 Fun Facts about Gladiator1:22:00 How Important is Historical Accuracy1:30:45 Rising Tension Perfected1:38:00 A Role Model Hero1:45:00 Influencing Zach's Writing1:50:00 How Well We Know this Film1:53:00 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The journey through all of the Marvel films had to go on hiatus due to Cody's family coming down with illness, but upon recovery, the Steel Lake Studio team has returned to cover the final 6 films in the MCU. The ride through all of these was wild and the guys are very excited to discuss some of the best ones in all the MCU in this episode of Parallel Quest.Watch it on YouTubeTimestamps0:00 Introduction0:37 Talking Baseball3:30 Snowing in the Spring8:30 The Long Hiatus Explained Out Sick11:00 Zach's Upcoming Trip15:00 Infinity War40:45 Ant-Man and the Wasp54:00 Captain Marvel1:12:00 Giveaway Opportunity!1:13:30 Endgame1:35:00 Spider-Man: Far From Home1:40:00 WandaVision1:51:00 Ranking the Final 61:57:21 Goodbye, It is FinishedBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
Phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe made a lot of money. However, that does not mean that much had changed for the MCU in phase 3; the general approach was to slightly expand the storylines and introduce new faces using tried and true formulaic tactics. In this episode of Parallel Quest the guys discuss the first 6 films of phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach's newest book, Something Strange at Grandma's House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:20 The Worst Voiceover6:27 A Story About GPS15:00 Franchise Fatigue33:00 MCU Phase 3 Trivia47:00 Captain America: Civil War1:07:00 Doctor Strange1:18:00 Guardians of the Galaxy 21:30:00 Spider-Man Homecoming1:37:00 Thor: Ragnarok1:48:00 Black Panther1:59:00 Ranking Phase 3 (First Half)2:04:35 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
In Phase 2 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe it had become quite clear that the MCU was here to stay. In our second part of our extended coverage of the MCU the guys discuss the six movies of Phase 2. Was it an improvement over the first phase? How do these movies rank up against each other? Did the guys fully buy-in to phase 2 or observe from the sideline?Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:00 Driving with Foot out of the car8:00 Girl Scout Cookies17:10 Would You Rather (MCU vs. Star Wars)27:00 MCU Phase 2 Trivia38:00 Anticipation for Phase 244:00 Iron Man 31:03:00 Thor: The Dark World1:19:20 Captain America: The Winter Soldier1:33:00 Guardians of the Galaxy1:49:20 Avengers: Age of Ultron2:06:13 Ant-Man2:16:30 Ranking Phase 2 Films2:20:10 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
This is the beginning of our biggest podcasting endeavor to date: Covering the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. We kick things off by covering Phase 1 of the MCU. In our following episodes we will be covering an entire phase or a portion of a phase, rather than giving each film its own episode. We are sharing our parallel experiences in our lives and impressions of these films as they were coming out, as well as the lasting appeal of each installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Stick around until the end of the episode where we rank the movies in phase 1.Watch the show on YouTube.Buy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00:00 Welcome/New Series0:01:35 Collector's Cards0:15:30 Almost Going to the Movies0:20:00 The State of the Movie Theater0:30:00 The Best and Worst Superpowers0:44:00 A Introductory History to the MCU0:57:00 The State of 2008 (The MCU's Beginnings)1:13:50 Iron Man1:29:30 The Incredible Hulk1:41:50 Iron Man 21:55:00 Thor2:12:45 Captain America: The First Avenger2:27:40 The Avengers2:41:00 Ranking Phase 12:47:20 Conclusion and GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, is a great game that gets overshadowed by a variety of different things. It came out at a time where the world was becoming more and more enthralled with Sony and what they were doing with the Playstation 2. Even though the game was very good, it did not have the impact on fans in the same way that its older brother, Ocarina of Time, did. With those two obstacles in its way, Majora's Mask seems to have aged like that of a fine wine, more special with each passing year. Buy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00:00 Introduction and Setting the Bar0:08:00 What is a Wedding Critic?0:14:00 General Thoughts on Critique0:21:00 Rewatching Marvel Movies0:24:00 Superhero Movies Coming to PQ0:30:00 Video Game Movies We Want0:49:10 News and Zach's New Book0:55:00 MAIN TOPIC — Majora's Mask0:56:00 Basic Concept of the Game1:02:00 Gameplay Concepts/Philosophy1:06:00 History/Plot/Skull Kid1:10:00 Is Majora's Mask the Darkest Zelda?1:16:00 Gameplay and Technological Advancements1:21:00 Commercial and Critical Reception1:28:00 Overshadowed by the release of PS21:35:40 Gaming for an Audience1:43:30 Lasting Appeal/Themes1:54:30 GoodbyeThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch
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