Podumentary

This week we talk about Bad Vegan on Netflix directed by Chris Smith and Madeira resists the strong urge to kick Morgan off her bed…….

Documentary filmmaker Rodney Ascher tackles this question "are we living in a simulation?" with testimony, philosophical evidence and scientific explanation in his for the answer.

This week we talk about More than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story: Directed by Kevin Derek. We hope you'll check this one out. We learned so much about an actor who was a fixture of our childhood. His story and the longevity of his career blew us away. Equal parts sad and triumphant and definitely one worth watching.

Make it past our weird (as usual) intro and you'll hear how how much we were blown away by this documentary. We learned a lot and definitely think you will love this documentary. Please check out Gather on Netflix. Gather is an intimate portrait of the growing movement amongst Native Americans to reclaim their spiritual, political and cultural identities through food sovereignty, while battling the trauma of centuries of genocide. Gather follows Nephi Craig, a chef from the White Mountain Apache Nation (Arizona), opening an indigenous café as a nutritional recovery clinic; Elsie Dubray, a young scientist from the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation (South Dakota), conducting landmark studies on bison; and the Ancestral Guard, a group of environmental activists from the Yurok Nation (Northern California), trying to save the Klamath river. To learn more/ support the people who shared their stories on this documentary: https://gather.film/stories/ Thank you for listening! Support Podumentary by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

This week we talk about Netflix doc The River Runner directed by Rush Sturges.

This week we're discussing the Netflix documentary Pray Away produced and directed by Kristine Stolakis. If you think that a person can “pray the gay away” please don't listen to us. Oh and also, we hate you and Madeira would like to adopt your children before you abuse/ abandon them emotionally and spiritually. Everyone else, hope you enjoy this episode!

This week we talk Bob Ross and Madeira risks possible jail time….EFFFFFfffffff the Kowalski's forever and ever Amen!!!

This week we talk about Misha and the Wolves directed by Sam Hopkinson, definitely a wild story!

We really loved and connected with this documentary about Operation Surf a nonprofit that teaches surfing to American Veterans. Earnest, succinct and empowering doc that really moved us both. To donate or find out more about Operation Surf: https://operationsurf.org/ Support Podumentary by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

This week we talk about Coded Bias directed by Shalini Kantayya on Netflix. It's both truly disturbing and fascinating and blew both our minds.

This week we talk about WeWork and the megalomaniac that started it.

This week we're talking about David Attenborough's A Life On Our Planet. Check out Earth.org for ideas of easy ways you can help our planet heal. Support Podumentary by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

This week we walked down our 90’s childhood memory lane and watched Kid 90 directed by Soleil Moon Frye.

# Tina Directed by Dan Lindsay and TJ Martin on HBO

This week we talk about the New York Times: Framing Britney Spears documentary, directed by Samantha Stark and produced by Jason Stallman, Sam Dolnick and Stephanie Preiss.

Episode Notes This week Madeira's son Will Semple joins us to talk about an episode of Kratt's Creatures. Season two episode two on Wild dogs, created by Martin Kratt, Chris Kratt and Leo Eaton. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Nature: A Murder of Crows Directed by Susan Fleming Bottomline, crows are rad and Madeira is right, this is a "classic" doc! Find it here and give us a listen after! https://documentaryheaven.com/a-murder-of-crows/ Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

This week we're talking about the National Geographic documentary Rebuilding Paradise about the devastation of the 2018 Camp Fire. The town of Paradise California became the epicenter of the deadliest fire in the US in over 100 years. Here are some resources to help the continued recovery of Paradise: https://films.nationalgeographic.com/rebuilding-paradise#take-action PARADISE ROTARY FOUNDATION The Paradise Rotary Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable foundation, established in 2009 as a means to receive and distribute funds to support community projects and organizations. The Foundation’s mission is to financially assist non-profits whose efforts improve the quality of life in Paradise. The Foundation’s present focus is on the rebuilding and re-population of Paradise following the Camp Fire. BUTTE STRONG FUNDThe Butte Strong Fund is a partnership of the North Valley Community Foundation, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Aaron Rodgers NorCal Fire Recovery Fund. It is focused on long-term rebuilding and funds projects and organizations within five focus areas: housing, health and wellness, education, community development, and business recovery. CAMP FIRE COLLABORATIVE The Camp Fire Collaborative (CFC) is a community collaboration comprised of over 50 nonprofit, private, and public organizations working to address the unmet needs of Camp Fire survivors throughout the Butte County region following the exhaustion of federal and state resources. The collaboration identifies long-term recovery issues and develops strategies utilizing their combined vision and resources. AMERICAN RED CROSSThe American Red Cross’ network of generous donors, volunteers and employees shares a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, at home and around the world. Red Cross volunteers and staff work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping you be prepared to respond in emergencies. For 2018 wildfire survivors across California, the American Red Cross allocated $27 million in direct financial assistance. TEAM RUBICON Team Rubicon is an international disaster response nonprofit that unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly provide relief to communities in need. Founded in 2010 with the expressed goal of quickly responding to large-scale disasters, Team Rubicon has deployed thousands of volunteers across the United States and world to provide relief to communities in need. GARY SINISE FOUNDATION The Gary Sinise Foundation serves the United States of America by honoring its defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. They do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities. Through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s First Responders Outreach, the Foundation provides help and critical funding for emergency relief, training, and essential equipment to ensure these heroes perform to the best of their abilities. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

This week we're talking about Voyeur: directed by Myles Kane and Josh Koury and starring Gay Talese and Gerald Foos and bonches........

We love Dolly, as does anyone who matters. WATCH THIS DOCUMENTARY IT'S THE BEST!!! This week we talk about Dolly Here I am on Netflix directed and produced by Francis Whately.

Episode Notes This week we learned a lot about the power of placebo and that Madeira never read The Secret...... Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes This week we're talking about Minimalism directed by Matt D'Avella and produced by Matt D'Avella, Ryan Nicodemus and Joshua Fields Millburn. Definitely a great doc to revisit as we're all tightening our belts and revisiting our values as a country fighting through Covid-19. Watch it on Netflix https://minimalismfilm.com/ Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week Morg and I are talking about My Octopus Teacher Directed by James Reed and Pippa Ehrlich. Please watch this one, it will blow your mind and make you wish you had time in your day to swim in the ocean long enough to befriend a sea creature......

Episode Notes Tickled pink - not so bad. Tickled on camera - could mean having your life ruined by a sociopath. Join documentarians David Ferrier and Dylan Reeve as they refuse to be bullied by an elusive predator with stacks of cash. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Note Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey, the wonderfully told story of Kevin Clash's journey to become one of America's most treasured puppeteers. Directed by Constance Marks and produced by Constance Marks, Corinne LaPook and James Miller Currently available to watch on Netflix and Amazon Prime Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Note In seriously uncertain times there is nothing more comforting than watching a doc about the glorious Betty White. Directed by Steve Boettcher, this documentary is literally the most comforting thing you can watch right now..... Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes Covid-19 kindness reminder Notes go here Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're worshipping at the alter of Trixie Mattel!! Trixie Mattel: Moving Parts Directed by Nick Zeig-Owens Produced by David Silver Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we talk about Meet the Coy-wolf directed by Susan Fleming. We learned about how adaptive coyotes are of the new coyote-wolf hybrid populations popping up in various areas, fascinating stuff! You can find Meet the Coy-wolf on Amazon presently. Thanks for listening please share with anyone you think ,might like our dumb banter! Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes 13th directed by Ava DuVernay Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're talking about the new Jeffrey Epstein documentary on Netflix Directed by Lisa Bryant. We would like to acknowledge the bravery of the strong women who survived and brought his horrific crimes to light despite literally all odds. They are Michelle Licata, Virginia Roberts, Jena-Lisa Jones, Courtney Wild, Virginia Roberts Giuffre, Maria Farmer, Annie Farmer, Alicia Arden, Chauntae Davies, Sarah Ransome and Haley Robson. We apologize if we left anyone out. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're discussing Asif Kapadia' documentary Amy. This is definitely one of our favorite documentaries. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're talking about Nova's Blackhole Apocalypse Documentary. This doc is definitely a mind-bender! Notes go hereSupport Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're discussing the insanity that is the Free Solo Documentary. Directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi. Notes go hereSupport Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're talking about Dogs Decoded, produced and directed by Dan Child. Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary

Episode Notes This week we're talking about the seriously rad mushroom doc The Magic of Mushrooms directed by Russell Leven. We learned, we laughed and most importantly Madeira got one step closer to getting Morgan to try mushrooms..... Support Podumentary by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/podumentary This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Thanks for listening to our first episode guys! We decided or really, I (Madeira) decided, we had to talk about The Bill Murray Stories as our first documentary discussion. He's my all time fave, als it's a blatant excuse for me to share my own personal Bill Murray Story. Hope you enjoy it! This podcast is powered by Pinecast.