Slack of All Trades

Justine & Mike share their thoughts on Scarlett Johannson's swan song as Natasha Romanoff while also singing theirs as a podcast (kinda). Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com

Justine and Mike watched the full first season of Loki and give us their opinion on the show and Tom Hiddleston's endless charm. They talk about their favorite Loki and Loki Variant moments and try not to branch too far off of the sacred timeline. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com  

Justine and Mike talk Woodstock this week and why it was such a momentous moment in history. They discuss the origins of the festival as well as backstories of some of the bands and performers that took the stage. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com.  Word of the Day: Far out Check out Topics: Letterboxd Madmen/The Sopranos/Breaking Bad      

Justine and Mike talk 'Shakespearacies', as in other people authoring William Shakespeare's work. They discuss why the argument exists in the first place, and give us some common theories as to who else could have wrote the plays and works. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the day: Bed-presser Topics discussed: William Shakespeare Oxford University Shake-speare Shak-spear Master Shoe-tie Sir Luckless Woo-all Sir William Dugdale's Antiquities of Warwickshire Edward De Vere Christopher Marlowe Francis Bacon Check-out Topics: Loki (Tv Series) Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakespeare_authorship_question#Overview https://www.biography.com/news/shakespeare-real-author-theories

Justine and Mike watched Bong Joon Ho's Snowpiercer and give us their take in this week's episode. Together they break down the performances, favorite scenes, and their interpretation of the ending. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Track Talk Topics discussed: Bong Joon Ho Kelly Masterson Le Transperceneige Chris Evans Kang-ho Song Ed Harris John Hurt Tilda Swinton Jamie Bell Octavia Spencer Ko Asung Jake Gyllenhaal Dustin Hoffman Hong Kyung-pyo Parasite Marco Beltrami Sources: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1706620/trivia/?ref_=tt_trv_trv https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/snowpiercer  

Justine and Mike give their non-scientific spins on space exploration this week. Together they talk the history of space travel and tell the stories of the Kepler Space Telescope and Vostok 6. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.con Word of the Day: Epic Topics Discussed: Sputnik Sputnik II Laika Werner Von Braun NASA Yuri Gagarin Neil Armstrong Buzz Aldrin Alan Shepherd John F. Kennedy Project Gemini Apollo 11 Stanley Kubrick Kepler Space Telescope Vostok 6 Valentina Tereshkova The Space Race Check-out: A Quiet Place II Dune Sources: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/history-space-exploration/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vostok_6 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kepler_space_telescope https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/keplerscience/

This week Justine and Mike talk ancient civilizations and their methods of tattooing. They talk about methods like Japanese Tebori, Sak Yant, and the Polynesian technique known as Tatau; all while mispronouncing everything. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Sleep on Topics discussed: Otzi the Iceman Otzal Alps Ancient Egypt Japanese Tebori Yakuza Horishi Ancient Greece Tatau Sak Yant Ta Moko Maori Native American Skin Stitching Check-out: Halston X-Men Sources: https://tattooing101.com/2018/05/10/historical-hand-methods-of-tattooing/#:~:text=Egyptian%20tattoos%20were%20done%20in,confirmed%20tattooing%20tools%20ever%20found. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/tattoos-144038580/  

Justine and Mike discuss self driving cars. Are they safe? Available? Would they own one? Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Topics discussed: Ford GM Tesla Waymo Google Carnegie Mellon University NAVLAB DARPA Stellantis Daimler Jaguar Volvo Check-out Topics: Travelling: Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Joshua Tree National Park Mortal Kombat Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-driving_car https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/self-driving-cars-101#:~:text=Currently%2C%20there%20are%20no%20legally,independent%2C%20self%2Ddriving%20prototypes. https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/21/tech/tesla-full-self-driving-launch/index.html https://waymo.com/ https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-fsd-back-seat-driving-stunt-arrested-buys-new-car-2021-5

This week SOAT covers the 2007 Paul Thomas Anderson film, There Will Be Blood. They discuss the incredible score, performances, and cinematography...all while recapping their favorite quotable moments and mispronouncing Ciarán Hinds's name. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Woke up and Chose Violence Topics discussed: Punch Drunk Love Boogie Nights Phantom Thread Upton Sinclair Daniel Day Lewis Paul Dano No Country For Old Men Robert Elswit Nightcrawler Radiohead Jonny Greenwood Check-out Topics: The Bad Batch No Country for Old Men Logan Sources: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0469494/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/there_will_be_blood https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/526144/15-surprising-facts-about-there-will-be-blood  

Justine & Mike talk the crimes of Jack the Ripper this week, as well as discuss the alleged DNA evidence found in recent years that has supposedly cracked the case. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: That ain't it Topics discussed: Whitechapel London Mary Ann Nichols Annie Chapman Elizabeth Stride Catherine Eddowes Mary Jane Kelly Russell Edwards Aaron Kominski Jari Louhelainen David Miller Mitochondrial DNA Jill the Ripper Mary Pearcey Lewis Carroll Richard Wallace Naming Jack the Ripper Check-out Topics: Wally's Wonderland Tina (Tina Turner Documentary on HBO) falcon and winter soldier  Up The devil wears prada The Amazing Spiderman 2 Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_the_Ripper https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/jack-rippers-dna-collected-shawl-though-doubts-linger-180971726/ https://www.history.com/news/was-jack-the-ripper-a-woman https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/519291/when-lewis-carroll-was-suspected-being-jack-ripper    

Hello there General Public and welcome in to episode 100! This week we're doing something different and bringing you a compilation of our favorite memories from the last year and a half. Thank you so much for listening. And for now...enjoy the show!

Justine and Mike watched Close Encounters of the Third Kind and give us their thoughts on the film. They talk about the cinematography, score, and even...sleeping in denim shorts? Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Catch Feelings Topics discussed: Steven Spielberg Richard Dreyfuss Francois Truffaut Terri Garr Devil's Tower Teddy Roosevelt Steve McQueen Al Pacino Dustin Hoffman Jack Nicholson James Caan Gene Hackman John Williams Ralph McQuarrie R2D2 Vilmos Zsigmond Check-Out Topics: Meditation Movie Recommendations Movie Theaters Dune Sources: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075860/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/close_encounters_of_the_third_kind https://www.youtube.com/watch?y=r14AxXN1cLC&ab channel=SYEYWIRE  

Justine finally finished Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels, so naturally, her and Mike discuss. You can never have too much Star Wars. Spoiler Alert for the is episode!!! Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Buckethead Topics discussed: Ahsoka Tano Anakin Skywalker Darth Vader Obi-wan Kenobi Maul Ezra Bridger Kanan Harry's Thrawn Hera Sabine Wren Savage Opress Asajj Ventress Rex Order 66 Mandalore Mortis Dathomir The Phantom Menace Attack of the Clones Revenge of the Sith Solo: A Star Wars Story Rouge One A New Hope The Empire Strikes Back Return of the Jedi The Force Awakens The Last Jedi The Rise of Skywalker    

SOAT talks Salem Witch Trials this week! Justine gives us the history and background of the Trials, while Mike tells us about the Marvel character Agatha Harkness and how she relates to Salem. Together they discuss the hardships that both the historical and fictional figures faced in 1962...I mean...1692. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Vibe Check Topics Discussed: Colonial Massachusetts Betty Parris Reverend Samuel Parris Abigail Williams Sarah Good Sarah Osborne  Tituba Martha Corey William Phipps Special Court of Oyer Terminer Bridget Bishop Gallows Hill Cotton Mather Increase Mather Giles Corey Malleus Maleficarum Heinrich Kramer Hammer of the Witches Agatha Harkness Fantasy 4 Nicholas Scratch The Scarlet Witch Strange Academy Chaos Magic The Dark hold Magneto Captain America Check-out Topics Star Wars Rebels Zach Snyder's Justice League Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salem_witch_trials https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/a-brief-history-of-the-salem-witch-trials-175162489/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giles_Corey https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malleus_Maleficarum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agatha_Harkness    

Justine and Mike cover the history of Blues on this week's episode. The discuss the origins of Blues and each cover the story of a particular Blues artist. Mike gives us some background on Robert Johnson, and Justine covers the details of Buddy Guy's story. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com   Word of the Day: Gas up Topics discussed: Call and Response Jazz Rhythm and Blues Rock and Roll Spirituals Country Blues Piedmont Blues Delta Blues Chicago Blues West Coast Blues Keith Richards Eric Clapton Robert Plant Robert Johnson Bob Dillon BB King Jimmy Page Jimmy Hendrix Stevie Ray Vaughn Buddy Guy John Mayer Buddy Guy's Legends Check-out Topics: X-Men: Days of Future Past Skateboarding Clone Wars Finale/Star Wars Rebels Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blues https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddy_Guy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Johnson  

Justine and Mike watched Darren Aronofsky's The Wrestler this week and give us their take. They give us their take on the cinematography and characters, along with the theme of growing old and how they interpret the ending of the film. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Pop Topics Discussed: DarrenAronfsky Robert Seigle Mickey Rourke Marissa Tomei Evan Rachel Wood Asbury Park Professional Wrestling Check Out Topics: Coco Vegan Food on Restaurant Menus Letterboxd WandaVision Sources: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1125849/ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_wrestler  

Justine and Mike discuss ancient astronauts this week and famous sites around the world that some believe were built by Aliens. Together they talk about whether or not this seems plausible, or if there is a logical explanation for how and why these places exist. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Bet Topics discussed: Pseudoscience Aliens Sacsayhuaman Peruvian Andes Cusco Nasca Lines Lima Peru Egyptian Pyramids Cairo Giza The Great Pyramid Orion's Belt Stonehenge Erich Von Daniken Teotihuacan City of the Gods Mayan Zapotec Mixtec Easter Island Moai Rapa Nui Face on Mars Cydonia Viking 1 orbiter Checkout topics Genesis Listening to a bands whole discography Star Wars: The Clone Wars  

Justine and Mike cover watches this week. Justine tells us about the history of watches and a little bit about Patek Philippe, while Mike gives us some insight into the company Omega. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Fire Topics Discussed: Peter Henlein Clock Watches Pocket Watches Charles II Wristwatches Quartz Watches Mechanical Watches Louis Brandt Blancpain Breuguet Glashutte Original Hamilton Longines Swatch Omega Seamaster Constellation De Ville The Moonwatch Patek Philippe Calatrava Nautilus Aquanaut Nautilus 5711 Christian Bale-American Psycho Rolex Datejust Daniel Craig- James Bond-Skyfall Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Sean Connery-James Bond-Dr No Rolex Submariner Steve McQueen-Le Mans Heuer Monaco Marlon Brando Apocalypse Now Rolex GMT Master Keanu Reeves-John Wick Carl F Bucherer Manero Automate Sigourney Weaver-Ellen Ripley Seiko Guigiaro Check-out Topics: Ikea Clone Wars Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_watches https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patek_Philippe_SA https://hypebeast.com/2019/5/patek-philippe-watch-beginners-buying-guide https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omega_SA https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/most-famous-watches-worn-in-movies.html    

Justine and Mike take a trip down old video game lane in this week's episode. They discuss the history of video games and consoles and each give us their top 5 most nostalgic video games. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: Easter EggTopics discussed:MIT3D Tic Tac ToeMoon LandingIBM 1560Sanders AssociatesRalph BaerMagnavoxMagnavox OdysseyStanford UniversityNolan BushnellTed DabneyNutting AssociatesAtariAlan AlcornPongSpace InvadersNintendo 64PlaystationGameboyNintendo NESSega GenesisJustine's PicksPokemon SnapTwisted MetalThe Unholy WarCool SpotX-MenMike's PicksHot Wheels Stunt Track DriverGran Turismo 3-A-SpecSuper Mario World 3Portal 1 & 2Tony Hawk's UndergroundHonerable MentionsRoller Coaster TycoonDuck Hunt, Paper BoyDodgeballTrack and FieldSuper Mario BrosKatamari DamacyDisney Adventures in the Magic KingdomATV: Offroad FuryGodzilla Destroy All Monsters Metroid Prime 1 & 2Metroid FusionMajora’s Mask & WindwakerBanjo KazooieClay fighterDonkey kong countryCrash bandicootSpyro the dragonCheck Out TopicsClone WarsSith Rule of 2X-MenSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_video_gameshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Snaphttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twisted_Metalhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Unholy_Warhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cool_Spothttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-Men_(1993_video_game)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Wheels_Stunt_Track_Driverhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Turismo_3:_A-Spechttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Mario_Bros._3https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hawk%27s_Undergroundhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_(video_game)

Justine and Mike watch the 1997 film, Contact, based on the Carl Sagan book by the same name. They discuss their likes and dislikes of the film and go through the movie chronologically to unpack the film. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: Oh SnapTopics discussed:Robert ZemeckisBack to the FutureForrest GumpJodie FosterMatthew McconaugheyTom SkerittAngela BassettBill ClintonRob LoweAlienVegaWormholeJames WoodsCheck-Out Topics:White Tiger on NetflixCookingSources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118884/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1078021-contact  

This week Justine and Mike tackle classical music. They learn a little bit about the Classical period, the evolution of instruments, and tell is the stories of Ludwig Van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Prima DonnaTopics discussed:Classical PeriodMedieval EraAncient Egyptian Art MusicAncient GreecePythagorasRenaissance EraBaroque EraOpera BuffacellocontrabassrecorderTrombonetimpaniFortepianoJoseph HaydnJohann Christian Bach Christoph Willibald GluckLuigi BoccheriniAntonia SalieriBeethovenMozartCheck-out Topics:Wes Anderson FilmsThe Grand Budapest HotelMarvel UniverseWanda VisionSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_musichttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolfgang_Amadeus_Mozarthttps://www.wpr.org/salieri-poisoning-mozart#:~:text=Salieri%20suffered%20a%20physical%20and,Quickly%20rumors%20spread%20throughout%20Vienna.&text=In%20the%20long%20run%20it,Salieri%20who%20had%20been%20poisoned.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ludwig_van_Beethovenhttps://www.biography.com/musician/ludwig-van-beethoven 

Justine and Mike talk about the mystery surrounding The Cecil Hotel of Los Angeles. Together they discuss the crimes and paranormal activity associated with the hotel, and Justine tells us the tragic story of Elisa Lam. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: That tracksTopics discussed:The Great DepressionSkid RowRichard RamirezJack UnterwegerAmerican Horror Story HotelGhost AdventuresU2 Where the Streets have No NameElizabeth ShortThe Black DahliaPigeon GoldieGeorge GianniniDorothy Jean PurcellWK NortonElisa LamCheck-out Topics:Peaky BlindersThe Social NetworkAaron SorkinThe NewsroomThe West WingSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cecil_Hotel_(Los_Angeles)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Elisa_Lamhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_deaths_and_violence_at_the_Cecil_Hotel   

Justine and Mike question everything in this week's episode about the Mandela Effect. Together they discuss what they think they know vs. what actually is, and give the listeners a lesson in "honest lying." Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: Take Several SeatsTopics discussed:The Berenstain BearsPikachuFebrezeThe FlintstonesNelson MandelaThe MultiverseFalse MemoryDRM Task ParadigmCurious GeorgeSex and the CityMonopolyKit KatFruit of Loom OreosSmokey BearSources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/mandela-effect#exampleshttps://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/g28438966/mandela-effect-examples/?slide=40  

Justine and Mike watched The Sound of Metal and discuss how they felt. They talk about the hype surrounding the film as well as recap their favorite moments. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: ChuffedTopics discussed:Darius MarderAbraham MarderRiz AhmedOlivia CookePaul RaciChelsea LeeDerek CianfranceMetalheadJuciferCheck-out Topics:SoulHow To With John WilsonSpotify PlaylistsSources:https://m.imdb.com/title/tt5363618/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sound_of_metal    

Justine and Mike talk Renaissance Art and each review their 5 favorite pieces for us. Together they describe certain pieces and give us their uneducated takes. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: VibingTopics discussed:Leonardo DaVinciRaphaelDonatelloMichaelangeloTitianCaravaggioSandro BoticelliDante's Divine ComedyLady with an ErmineThe Last JudgementSalome with the Head of John the Baptist by Andrea SolarioVenus and MusicianPieter BruegelThe Fall of Rebels AngelsPrimaveraPortrait of the Duke and Duchess UrbinoDiptychNetherlandish ProverbsDurer's Rhinoceros     

Justine and Mike watched Doctor Sleep and the Shining and give us their take on the films. They talk about their personal feelings and give some hot takes on which movie they liked more, as well as a comparison to the writings of Stephen King. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: All Work and No PlaySources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081505/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/shininghttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt5606664/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/doctor_sleephttps://collider.com/the-shining-book-differences-comparison/https://slate.com/culture/2019/11/doctor-sleep-book-movie-comparison-differences-shining.html      

Justine and Mike try to recap the positives of 2020 in this episode. They talk movies, music, personal events and more. Let them know what brightened up your 2020 at slackofalltrades.com Word of the day: The Drip Topics Discussed:TenetAlien 2001: A Space OdysseyTrial of the Chicago 7Palm SpringsHayley Williams-Petals for ArmourDua Lipa-Future NostalgiaRadioheadPhoebe Bridgers-PunisherThe 1975- Notes on a Conditional FormMatt Beringer- Serpentine PrisonThe NationalEvery Time I DieThe Mandalorian Season 2The WireThe OfficeThe Crown Season 4OzarkThe Queen's GambitMiddleditch and SchwartzDuneAssassin's CreedGod of WarJedi Fallen Order  

SPOILER WARNING! Justine and Mike ride the hype train all the way to Mandalore in this episode where they discuss season 2 of The Mandalorian. Find out what they liked and disliked and join them in a recap of some of their favorite parts of Disney's Investors Day in the second half of the episode. And don't forget to join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Topics Discussed:The MandalorianJon FavreauDave FiloniAhsoka TanoBoba FettDin DjarinGroguBo KaranLuke SkywalkerDarth VaderRogue OnePedro PascalDiego LunaRebelsThe Clone WarsAnakin SkywalkerAndorThe Bad BatchRogue SquadronObi-WanEwan McGregorHayden ChristensenTaika WaititiRian JohnsonKevin FeigeA Droid StoryThe Book of Boba FettLudwig GoranssonAlienNoah HawleyRidley ScottLokiTom HiddlestonMoon KnightSpiderman 3Tom HollandToby MaguireAndrew GarfieldDenis VillanueveDuneWarner Brothers

Justine and Mike discuss the history of dog domestication, breeding, and adopting and not shopping in this episode. They talk about their love of dogs and how humans can be better to their furry friends and the industry surrounding them. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comTopics discussedPontus SkoglundOxytocinPug BreedPekingese BreedDachshund BreedGerman ShepherdInbreeding depressionAdopt don't shopThe BeatlesAppalachian TrailOrientZeusTitanicPomeranianGuinness World RecordGeorge LucasEwoksChewbaccaSobakaAlaskan MalamuteIndiana JonesIsle of DogsWes AndersonThe DogistCheck Out TopicsThe KingThe Trial of the Chicago 7MarvelSpiderman 3Wanda VisionSources:https://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/history-dogs-pets/story?id=41671149https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog_breeding#:~:text=With%20the%20development%20of%20breed,new%20fur%20colors%20and%20textures.https://www.caninejournal.com/adopt-dont-shop/#:~:text=What's%20The%20%E2%80%9CAdopt%2C%20Don',that%20buy%20from%20puppy%20mills.https://www.purina.co.uk/dogs/behaviour-and-training/understanding-dog-behaviours/amazing-dog-factshttps://thebark.com/content/chewbacca-based-dog

Justine and Mike watched the Lego Star Wars Holiday Special this week and give us their take on it. They talk about the hilarious moments in the special and compare it to the classic, infamously-known original special. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Life DayTopics discussed:Star WarsReyPoeFinnLuke SkywalkerDarth VaderDarth MaulKen CunninghamAnthony DanielsDee Bradley BakerBilly Dee WilliamsEmperor PalpatimeKylo RenMaz KanataThe MandolorianBB-8D-OCheck-out Topics:The Clone WarsSources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12885438/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/lego_star_wars_holiday_special/reviews?type=user     

Justine and Mike ride the nostalgia train to Nickelodeon Studios in this week's episode. They talk about the history of the channel and each give us some insight into their 5 favorite shows from the channel. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: AggroTopics discussed:Nick JrNicktoonTeen NickNogginNick at NightRocko' s Modern LifeWarner BrothersRugratsRugrats the MovieRugrats in ParisRugrats All Grown UpFairly OddparentsRocket PowerSpongebob SquarepantsLegends of the Hidden TempleFigure It OutKenan and KelKablam!Action League NowHey ArnoldAmanda BynesVictoria JusticeAriana GrandeNick CannonMelissa Joan HartJamie Lynn SpearsJosh PeckMiranda CosgroveTom KennyPhil LamarrTara StrongElizabeth DailyCheckout Topics:The MandalorianSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickelodeonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legends_of_the_Hidden_Templehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Figure_It_Outhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KaBlam!https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action_League_Now!https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenan_%26_Kelhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hey_Arnold!#Charactershttps://www.allvipp.com/celebrities/kenan-kel-where-are-they-nowhttps://screenrant.com/amanda-bynes-movies-roles-career-after-easy-a/#:~:text=She%20is%20currently%20engaged%20to,return%20to%20acting%20one%20day.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1842439/#actresshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/07/19/nick-cannon-controversy-anti-semitism/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004997/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/jamie-lynn-spears-discusses-sweet-magnolias-acting-again-lessons-britney-1295035#:~:text=These%20days%2C%20Spears%20is%20happily,to%20break%20back%20into%20Hollywood.https://ew.com/tv/icarly-miranda-cosgrove-mission-unstoppable-cbs/#:~:text=For%20six%20seasons%2C%20Miranda%20Cosgrove,sorts%20of%20world%2Dchanging%20stuff.https://www.insider.com/drake-and-josh-cast-then-and-now-2020-4#peck-has-continued-his-career-on-tv-and-in-films-and-has-made-a-name-for-himself-online-4https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocko%27s_Modern_Lifehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rugratshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fairly_OddParentshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocket_Powerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SpongeBob_SquarePants 

In this episode, Justine and Mike discuss the 27 Club and its members (famous actors/musicians/artists who have passed at the age of 27). They talk about whether or not it's actually a phenomenon, or if statistics have proven otherwise. Mike tells us about the story of Jimi Hendrix, while Justine gives us the details of Amy Winehouse's life. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com. Word of the Day: Clout/Clout chaser Topics discussed:Kurt CobainBrian JonesJanis JoplinJim MorrisonKurt CobainJean Michel BasquiatAnton YelchinStar TrekJimi HendrixRock and Roll Hall of FameChitlin CircuitIsley BrothersLittle RichardAre you experiencedAxis:Bold as loveElectric LadylandWoodstockPaul MccartneyThe BeatlesRonnie ScottJames Taylor TLCSylvia Young Theater SchoolIsland/Universal RecordsBlake Fielder-CivilFrankRehabBack to BlackAdeleBeyonceGuinness Book of World RecordsGrammy AwardsCheck-out Topics:The Crown season 4System of a Down: Protect the Land/Genocidal HumanoidsSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/27_Clubhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimi_Hendrixhttps://www.biography.com/musician/amy-winehousehttps://www.beatlesstory.com/blog/2017/05/07/jimi-hendrix-the-sgt-pepper-experience 

Justine and Mike discuss their thoughts on Season 2 of the Mandolorian, the direction of the show, and their likes and dislikes.  They offer up their explanations to criticism that the show is not very plot driven. Join on on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com. This is the way.Word of the day: Warp-laggedTopics Discussed:Din DjarinBoba FettJango FettTemuera MorrisonDave FiloniTaika WaitingJon FavreauGeorge LucasObi Wan KenobiDark SaberBo KaranDuchess SatineDarth MaulThe ForceAhsokaFrog LadyCobb VanthKrayte DragonBaby YodaAmy SedarisTattooineTusken Raiders  

Justine and Mike watched 2001: A Space Odyssey this week and give us their take on the film. Mike praises the movie for its cinematography and space voyage feel, while Justine tries to guess the meaning of the film as a non-book reader. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com.Word of the Day: Hits DifferentTopics discussed:Stanley KubrickKeir DulleaGary LockwoodWilliam SylvesterHAL 9000 Monolith Rotten TomatoesIMDBArthur C. Clarke2010: The Year We Made ContactDavid BowmanFrank PooleCheck-out TopicsRaised By WolvesThe Mandolorian season 2Sources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062622/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1000085-2001_a_space_odyssey

Happy Halloween! In this episode, Justine and Mike learn about Halloween and find out why some of the strange traditions associated with the day exist. They take a walk down memory lane and reminisce about their favorite childhood costumes, and Justine tries to scare us all with a terrifying Halloween true crime tale. Join in on the spooky discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: SpoopyTopics discussed: SamhainDruidsAll Hallows EveCeltsStingy JackJack-o'-lanterns PuritansPope Gregory IIIAll Saints DayTimothy O'Bryan Ronald O'BryanCheck-Out Topics:My Octopus TeacherDavid Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet2001: A Space OdysseyThe ShiningSources:https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloweenhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack-o%27-lanternhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween

Claustrophobics beware! This week Justine and Mike discuss safety coffins and buried alive stories. Justine gives Mike a lesson in the history of safety coffins and makes him guess which buried alive stories are real and which are fake. Tune in to SOAT's 3rd episode in their spooky series and join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day:  ShookTopics discussed:Safety CoffinsCholeraEdgarAllen PoeThe Cask of AmontilladoFall of the House of UsherPremature BurialRobert RobinsonGraveyard ShiftCheckout Topics:Schitts CreekHaunting of Bly ManorThe Invisible ManPod Save AmericaSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Safety_coffinhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/buried-alivehttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/54818/4-people-who-were-buried-alive-and-how-they-got-outhttps://www.snopes.com/fact-check/beyond-the-grave/https://listverse.com/2014/10/09/10-horrifying-stories-of-people-who-were-buried-alive/

Welcome Foolish Mortals...This week, Justine and Mike discuss Disney's 2003 film, The Haunted Mansion, starring Eddie Murphy. Mike gives us some insight into what he liked and what missed the mark in the film, while Justine tells us what she...well...disliked. Join us in a discussion to try to make sense of the plot and figure out where Stevie Wonder's Superstition is at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Dead Topics discussed: Rob Minkoff, The Lion King, EddieMurphy, Marsha Thomason, Jennifer Tilly, Disney, Magic Kingdom, The Haunted Mansion Ride, Disney World, Disneyland, Leota Toombs, Eleanor Audley, Cinderella, Lady Tremaine, Maleficent, Sleeping Beauty, Harry Packer Mansion, Jim Thorpe, PA  Sourceshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0338094/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/haunted_mansion  

Mike and Justine kick off Spooky Season with talk of haunted places. Mike tells about Eastern State Penitentiary, and Justine gives us some background on the Overlook Hotel and how it inspired Stephen King's the Shining. We also find out whether or not SOAT believes in ghosts. Let them know what you think at slackofalltrades.comWord of the day: ghost/ghostingTopics Discussed:ParapsycologistsTelekinesisClairvoyanceParanormal InvestigationsEMF MetersGhost HuntersFairiesJinnEastern State PenitentiaryAl CaponeCell Block 4 Gary JohnsonWillie SuttonThe Stanley HotelFreelan Oscar (F.O.) StanleyThe ShiningStephen KingElizabeth WilsonRoom 217The StandSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haunted_house#:~:text=The%20concept%20of%20the%20haunted,Mansion%20was%20opened%20in%201969.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost_huntinghttps://www.abcactionnews.com/news/national/the-stanley-hotels-haunted-reputation-and-how-it-inspired-the-shininghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_State_Penitentiaryhttps://www.npr.org/2013/10/24/232234570/is-eastern-state-penitentiary-really-haunted

In this episode Justine and Mike discuss Norse Mythology, its background, gods, and connection to pop culture. They discuss the stories of Jormungandr and Hel, all whilst telling a plethora of dad-jokes. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: ChurTopics Discussed:North GermanicScandinavianGreekRomanYggsrasilMidgardAsgardAlfheimYmirAsk and EmblaRagnarokOdinThorLoki TyrHeimdallValhallaValkyriesFolkvangrFreyjaAesirVanir FriggBalderFroyerGod of WarAssassin's Creed VallhallaAlien CovenantPrometheusThor: RagnarokLord of the RingsFenrir GreybackMad Max: Road FuryAngrbodaMidgard SerpentOuroborosHymirEddasSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norse_mythologyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ragnar%C3%B6khttps://www.centreofexcellence.com/norse-gods-goddesses/https://norse-mythology.org/gods-and-creatures/giants/jormungand/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valhallahttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valkyrie

Justine and Mike discuss wellness trends that aren't medically proven in this episode. Together they discuss essential oils, vampire facials, and all of the false claims made by the company Goop. Tell them all of your fake wellness stories at slackofalltrades.comWord of the day: CEO ofTopics discussed:Essential oilsFDAFederal Trade CommissionUnwellSilicon ValleyNetflixMeditationGoopGwenyth PaltrowThyroid DiseaseEpstein Barr Vaginal EggsVaginal steamingVampire FacialPRPKim KardashianPenis FacialCate BlanchettSandra BullockSources:https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/celebrities-gwyneth-paltrow-made-2010s-decade-health-wellness-misinformation-ncna1107501https://www.axios.com/behind-wellness-industry-claims-7c06ef13-2b82-4e47-a9a6-97ada19a909e.htmlhttps://repeller.com/essential-oil-uses/https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/vb5qb9/dopamine-fasting-is-the-newest-sounds-fake-but-ok-wellness-trendhttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/gwyneth-paltrow-criticised-scaremongering-article-goop-suggesting-link-between-wearing-bras-and-breast-cancer-a6703856.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/jan/30/sorry-gwyneth-paltrow-but-steaming-your-vagina-is-a-bad-ideahttps://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/vampire-facial-cost-benefits-what-it-kim-kardashian-beauty-treatment-a8232696.html

SPOILERS FOR TENET! Justine and Mike try to un-blend their brains after finally seeing Christopher Nolan's timey-wimey action thriller TENET, starring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki, & more. They slackily talk all the usuals - from technical aspects and acting, to score, plot, etc. while trying to keep everything in order. Join them in piecing it all together at slackofalltrades.com

Now you wanna get nuts? Come on... Let's get nuts! Justine & Mike cover the legendary Michael Keaton / Tim Burton Batman movies this week, with lots of loopy laughter and all-out nostalgia. They talk all things Caped Crusader as they try to determine how the movies stack up to the rest of the Batman universe, as casual, but loving, fans of the franchise. Correct them with your Dark Knight knowledge or join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Sources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096895/https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1001781_batmanhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103776/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/batman_returnshttps://screenrant.com/billy-dee-williams-two-face-batman-returns-role/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/batman-michael-keaton-vetoed-michelle-pfeiffer-role-1989-film-1220139

In this episode, Justine and Mike talk internet bots. They discuss bot technology that isn't fooling anyone, as well as some that may be able to pass some of the internet's 'Turing Tests.' Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com and listen to this episode to hear some of SOAT's favorite, personal bot stories.Word of the Day: Thirst TrapTopics Discussed:Chat BotsSocial BotsTuring TestFacebookForbesEbaySpambotsCAPTCHAAirline Ticket BotsSEOCookiesJolly Roger Telephone CoJohn OliverGoogle AssistantSiriAlexaSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_bothttps://www.eweek.com/enterprise-apps/how-bots-are-ruining-the-internet-without-breaking-the-law#:~:text=Bad%20bots%20scrape%20content%20from,without%20the%20need%20for%20partnershipshttps://www.imperva.com/blog/9-recommendations-to-prevent-bad-bots-on-your-website/https://www.ipqualityscore.com/articles/view/70/best-methods-to-stop-bots-from-submitting-form-spam

This week Justine and Mike talk sleep paralysis with guest Donny Palmer. They discuss the causes and treatments for sleep paralysis, and Donny gives SOAT a little insight into his sleep paralysis nightmares. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: BlessedTopics discussed:Sleep ParalysisDarren AronofskyREM sleepPsychological StressSleep DeprivationAbnormal Sleep CycleShadowy FigureSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep_paralysis#:~:text=Sleep%20paralysis%20is%20a%20state,than%20a%20couple%20of%20minuteshttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sleep-paralysis/

Is it 2020 or 2005? Join Justine & Mike this week as they wade through the wonderful waters of Myspace in the mid 2000's. Sighs of passion fly as their love for the bulletin surveys, screamo, and spikey hair-do's of social media past is on full display. Share your fond Myspace memories at slackofalltrades.com.

Join Justine and Mike this week as they talk about Luxury Brands that they can't afford. Listen to them discuss what makes a luxury brand, their affinity for premium brands, and how industries like 'fast fashion' are hurting the planet. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: SlayTopics discussed:Gucci Louis VuittonChanel RolexDior BalenciagaArmani Yves Saint Laurent Tiffany Burberry Hermès Cartier Prada Fendi Lancôme Fast fashionExperiential LuxurySustainableNomos GlashutteBauhausJo Malone LondonJo LovesOprahSources:https://luxe.digital/business/digital-luxury-ranking/most-popular-luxury-brands-2019/https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/retail/our-insights/a-perspective-for-the-luxury-goods-industry-during-and-after-coronavirus#https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luxury_goodshttps://www.entrepreneur.com/article/346523https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Malone_London#:~:text=Jo%20Malone%20London%20is%20a,bath%20products%2C%20and%20room%20scents.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nomos_Glash%C3%BCtte

Justine and Mike take on Greek Mythology in this week's SOAT episode. They discuss the origins of myths and the gods themselves, ultimately discovering that Zeus was a terrible person. Justine presents us with the story of Prometheus while Mike tells us the story of Icarus and Daedalus. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.comWord of the Day: Hop offTopics Discussed: MinoanMycenaeanUranus GaiaCronusRheaZeusPoseidonHeraHestiaApolloAphrodite DemeterAthenaArtemisApollo AresHephaestus Hermes Dionysus HatesOedipus ComplexElectra ComplexOrestaiaIcarusDaedalusTheseusMinotaurCrete at KnossosKing MinosPasiphaeIcarian SeaThriceThe Alchemy IndexPrometheusPrometheus and BobMount OlympusAlien FilmsThe LighthouseRobert EggersRobert PattinsonWillem DafoeSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_mythology#Greek_pantheonhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twelve_Olympianshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titans_(mythology)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ib77ZNyQymwhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prometheushttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBaWE0gJvIIhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Icarushttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daedalushttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Alchemy_Index_Vols._III_%26_IVhttps://youtu.be/3s2QPQnuaGk

Justine and Mike rewatch Kung Pow: Enter the Fist, a movie that they have collectively quoted for as long as they've known each other. Together they discuss their favorite quotes from the film and whether or not they think it still holds up today. Join in on the discussion and we'll see you in the sequel!Word of the Day: BadongTopics discussed:Tiger & Crane FistsRotten TomatoesSteve OedekerkAce VenturaBruce AlmightyEvan AlmightyThe Adventures of Jimmy NeutronThe Nutty ProfessorTaco BellNeosporinBaby Got Back by Sir Mix-a-lotU Can't Touch This by MC HammerSources:https://www.rottentomatoes.com/https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0240468/

Justine and Mike talk Freemasonry in this week's episode. They give us some details as to what the Freemasons are and why we as a society are so scared of the organization. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Sorry not SorryTopics discussed:FraternitySolomon's TempleKnights TemplarDan Brown's The Lost SymbolEntered ApprenticeFellow of the CraftMaster MasonThe Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic ShrineFrom HellJohnny DeppJack the RipperNational TreasureNicholas CageThe CrusadesGeorge WashingtonBenjamin FranklinWinston ChurchillMozartDavy CrockettFranklin RooseveltHarry HoudiniGerald FordHenry FordJohn Wayne Colonel SandersDuke of KentPrince Philip, the Duke of EdinburghRev Jesse JacksonEdwin “Buzz” AldrinRick WakemanSources:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/inside-the-secret-world-of-the-freemasons/https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2018/feb/04/freemasonry-explained-guide#:~:text=When%20did%20Freemasonry%20begin%3F,four%20lodges%20in%20the%20city.https://www.britannica.com/topic/order-of-Freemasonshttps://www.npr.org/2009/09/16/112884584/secret-of-the-masons-its-not-so-secrethttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNMPkbMM288https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knights_Templar_(Freemasonry)#:~:text=The%20Knights%20Templar%2C%20full%20name,fraternal%20order%20affiliated%20with%20Freemasonry.&text=However%2C%20it%20does%20not%20claim,from%20the%20original%20Templar%20order.