Podcast appearances and mentions of Aaron Sorkin

Bienvenidos, cinéfilos hierberos, a un nuevo episodio de Cinefilia y Otras Hierbas, cine, televisión, música y videojuegos para escuchar. Hoy continuamos con nuestro ciclo dedicado a Aaron Sorkin y nos sumergiremos en el que fue su segundo guion original convertido en película: MI QUERIDO PRESIDENTE (1995).  Aaron Sorkin llegó a MI QUERIDO PRESIDENTE casi por capricho de las estrellas de Hollywood. Todo comenzó con una idea sencilla de Robert Redford: "el presidente se fuga con su novia". Redford, inicialmente adjunto para protagonizar, reclutó a Sorkin tras leer su tratamiento, pero el proceso de escritura fue un torbellino personal. Aislado en una suite del Four Seasons en Los Ángeles durante semanas, Sorkin confesó haber compuesto el guion bajo el influjo diario del crack, lo que explica por qué su borrador inicial superaba las 385 páginas –más extenso que un tratado presidencial, pero con menos protocolos.  Mi Querido Presidente es, en esencia, una comedia romántica con pedigrí presidencial. Seguimos a Andrew Shepherd, un viudo presidente demócrata con una aprobación del 63% y una hija adolescente, que se enamora de Sydney Ellen Wade, una lobista ambientalista feroz interpretada por Bening. Mientras Shepherd maniobra para aprobar un proyecto de ley contra el crimen –sacrificando cláusulas sobre control de armas para ganar votos–, su romance con Wade se convierte en munición para el opositor republicano Bob Rumson (Richard Dreyfuss), quien ataca su moralidad y valores familiares. Pero lo que eleva esta historia por encima del cliché romántico es el toque sorkiniano: diálogos como ráfagas de metralleta, personajes de inteligencia quirúrgica que debaten ética, medio ambiente y libertad de expresión con una elegancia que hace que la política suene casi poética. No es solo un "chico conoce chica" en la Casa Blanca; es un tapiz donde el romance se entremezcla con comentarios agudos sobre el bipartidismo, el lobby y el precio de la integridad, todo envuelto en un humor que roza lo ingenioso sin caer en lo pedante. Para Sorkin, este filme representó el salto definitivo hacia su obsesión por los pasillos del poder, consolidándolo como el cronista de la utopía política americana. Martin Sheen, aquí jefe de gabinete, ascendería a presidente en The West Wing, un rol que revitalizó su carrera y lo convirtió en sinónimo de liderazgo idealizado. MI QUERIDO PRESIDENTE es un unicornio en el paisaje cinematográfico, recordándonos que, a veces, el amor y la política pueden coexistir en armonía... al menos en la gran pantalla. ¿Listos para acompañarnos a desmenuzarla y averiguar por qué es tan genial?Patreon: patreon.com/cinefiliayotrashierbas⁠Correo: cinefiliayotrashierbas@gmail.com No olviden suscribirse, compartir este episodio y dejar un comentario y un like, eso nos ayudará a crecer y a encontrar más audiencia. ¡Que lo disfruten!#Sorkin⁠ ⁠#MichaelDouglas⁠ ⁠#RobReiner⁠ ⁠#Cine

Movie News Roundup — A fast-paced intro to the week's biggest film headlines, from Sydney Sweeney's PR problem to Heat 2 finally moving forward with director Michael Mann and Leonardo DiCaprio possibly being attached, plus the official title and release date for The Social Network II, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin. We also get an Ocean's 14 Update with George Clooney teasing a new chapter in the heist franchise. We map out potential plots and possible casts while we also dive into the news about Bradley Cooper starring opposite Margot Robbie in a new Ocean's 11 prequel. We speculate on tone, era, and how this would fit into the beloved franchise universe. In addition, we dive into Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler being in talks for Joseph Kosinski's take on Miami Vice. We explore how a modern reboot could reinterpret the Miami underworld and style for today's audiences. Nostalgia junkies will also love the news about  Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz being rumored to return in a fourth installment of The Mummy franchise as well as Gremlins 3 landing a 2027 release date with Chris Columbus directing. We also take a look at the exciting announcement that Tom Ford has set  a bold new project with an all-star cast. We forecast stylistic choices, potential genres, and where this film could fit in Ford's auteur catalog following his last film in 2016. We then wrap things up with movie trailers for Scream 7, Marty Supreme, The Housemaid, Primate, Toy Story 5 and The Devil Wears Prada 2. Did you miss the news? Because we sure missed bringing it to you!

Andrew Ross Sorkin (1929: The Inside Story of the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History) is a financial columnist, TV anchor, and author. Andrew joins the Armchair Expert to discuss a kid telling him when he was young that god drew him wrong, actually working with Aaron Sorkin (no relation) on his show The Newsroom, and landing an unofficial internship at The New York Times as a senior in high school. Andrew and Dax talk about why his motto as a finance journalist was ‘chasing interesting,' understanding not trusting the stock trading system because it doesn't deserve to be trusted, and his tips for getting ChatGPT to tell the truth with verifiable facts. Andrew explains writing an exposé on going into debt to buy stocks, shocking and unexpected stories of fallout from the stock market crash of 1929, and parallels he sees in current financial trends accompanied by an argument for transparency.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cinematography Podcast Episode 333: Jeff Cronenweth Two-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer Jeff Cronenweth, ASC is known for visually defining modern classics like Fight Club and The Social Network. With TRON: ARES, he melded three distinct realities: the digital Grid, the gritty real world, and the retro feel of the grid in the original TRON. Jeff's involvement with TRON: ARES began through his long-standing relationship with Jared Leto. After working together on Fight Club, Leto, who stars as Ares and is a producer on the film, personally asked Jeff to meet with director Joachim Rønning. Jeff found that Rønning had established a remarkably clear vision for TRON: ARES from the start by storyboarding every scene. Having a clear plan was crucial, given the complexity of the environments and the technical demands of the shoot, which included a challenging seven weeks of night shooting in downtown Vancouver. Jeff chose ARRI DNA LF lenses for their character, flare, and artifacting, even for the digital setting, and the film was framed for IMAX. The core challenge for Jeff was using visual language to differentiate the film's three central environments, drawing inspiration from the franchise's past while exploring something new. 1. The Main Grid: Predictable Perfection Referencing the "pristine" aesthetic of TRON: Legacy, the new film's main Grid environment is defined by machine code—a world that is predictable and perfect. Look: Sharp, clean lines, saturated colors, and a highly geometric, mechanical feel. Color Coding: The classic blue/gray/white color palette is reserved for the good guys, while the presence of the bad guys is immediately signaled by the use of red. 2. The Real World: Embracing the Grit In TRON: ARES, for the first time, the computer programs emerge into the real world. Reality required a darker, grittier visual separation from the digital realm. Look: Shooting in Vancouver's downtown allowed reflections in large glass buildings to enhance the environment's texture. Practical locations, like a chase that concluded with lightcycles crashing into bales of recycled paper on a pier, further grounded the action. 3. ENCOM/Mainframe Grid: A Nod to the Original To connect back to the franchise's roots, the scenes where the character Ares ventures into the original ENCOM grid to find Flynn needed to match the look of the 1982 film. Reference: The 1982 TRON's grid scenes were shot in black and white and then hand-painted to achieve the glowing effect. To mimic this analog feel, Jeff intentionally doubled the amount of grain and desaturated the color, creating a look that closely matches the original.  Light is both a symbol and a weapon in Tron: Ares. To get the look, visual effects, costumes, props and cinematography had to work closely together. LED lights were installed in costumes, props and sets, and practically controlled through a dimmer board. This gave the VFX team a base to build upon. The lightcycles, some of which were built as practical, towable props, had LEDs built in and connected to dimmer boards as well. The lights provided real, interactive reflections on the actors and surrounding environment. Jeff also used light beams on set to simulate a recognizer scanning a high-rise office. The VFX crew could then track and enhance these practical effects in post-production. Jeff's choices were crucial for the post-production team. “We all knew what the goals were and what the scenes were going to be about,” he says. “It was a wonderful experience because it took all of us to be in harmony all the time.” See TRON: ARES in theaters Jeff is currently shooting The Social Reckoning, with director Aaron Sorkin. Hear our previous interviews with Jeff Cronenweth: https://www.camnoir.com/ep150/ https://www.camnoir.com/ep72/ The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod

If you thought Netflix's hit series The Diplomat was pure fiction, think again... According to creator Deborah Cahn the show was inspired by a real-life diplomat that she has described as "a superhero in a pant suit" - Ambassador Beth Jones. We tracked down Ambassador Jones and her husband Don to ask what it's really like to work in places like Kabul, Cairo, Baghdad and Kazakhstan and it turns out the truth is sometimes stranger than fiction. Recommendations:Hamish: “Anchored in the region” – What the new Australia–Indonesia security treaty really means, article by Natalie SambhiGeraldine: Saturday Extra's Diplomacy mini-series from 2021, featuring interview with former diplomats: John McCarthy Sue Boyd Geoff Raby US Consul General Sharon Hudson Dean (Kylie Morris hosted) The late Martin Indyk Get in touch:We'd love to hear from you! Email us at global.roaming@abc.net.auFind all the episodes of Global Roaming now via the ABC Listen App or wherever you get your podcasts. 

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes dive into "Charlie Wilson's War" (2007), the sharp, witty, and surprisingly accessible political drama written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by Mike Nichols.Both Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy this film for its stellar performances across the board; especially from Philip Seymour Hoffman, who steals every scene he's in. His portrayal of CIA operative Gust Avrakotos brings some of the best dialogue and energy in the film, including one of Field's favorite movie scenes of the last 30 years.The Mikes discuss how Sorkin's script delivers complex political maneuvering and historical context with humor and clarity, never getting bogged down in heavy-handed messaging while still hinting at the long-term consequences of the events depicted. Smart, funny, and full of quotable lines, "Charlie Wilson's War" stands as both an engaging character study and a reminder of how power, charm, and ego can shape history.

Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Christine Duncan, and Adam Freed (Managing Editor and Senior Film Critic at (MovieArcher.com)) discuss The American President (1995) for its 30th Anniversary: directed by Rob Reiner, written by Aaron Sorkin, cinematography by John Seale, music by Marc Shaiman, editing by Robert Leighton, starring Michael Douglas, Annette Bening, Martin Sheen, Michael J. Fox, and Richard Dreyfuss.Plot Summary: President Andrew Shepherd (Michael Douglas) is a widowed, popular U.S. president preparing for re-election. His life changes when he meets Sydney Ellen Wade (Annette Bening), a passionate environmental lobbyist. Their romance quickly blossoms, but it also sparks political controversy as the media and his rival, Senator Bob Rumson (Richard Dreyfuss), question his judgment and character.As public pressure grows, Shepherd must choose between protecting his political career or following his heart. With the help of his loyal Chief of Staff A.J. MacInerney (Martin Sheen) and adviser Lewis Rothschild (Michael J. Fox), he learns that true leadership means standing up for what's right — even when it's unpopular.Guests:Christine Duncan - Wife of Dana and Mother of Tom17x guest: Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, There's Something About Mary, My Fair Lady, Pillow Talk, The Odd Couple, Bringing Up Baby, A Few Good Men - Revisit, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Top Gun, Dial M for Murder, Anatomy of a Murder, Gone Girl, Roman Holiday Revisit, The Apartment, Men of...

We take a concerning look at my Steelers and the league overall ten weeks into the NFL Season. Then, we introduce "Behind the Curtain" to the show to learn more about Aaron Sorkin's writing process through his work on The Social Network.Engage!

“You really have to be unwaveringly obsessed..." Harry Stebbings' career began at the age of 13, when he watched The Social Network — David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin's brooding portrayal of the earliest days of Facebook. But whereas many of us watched that film and thought: “I'd quite like to be a tech founder”, Harry watched it and thought: “Gosh. I want to be a venture capitalist.” A few years later, and with £200 pounds in the bank and not a single contact in the VC world, Harry started his podcast, The Twenty Minute VC. Now, more than 10 years and 1400 episodes later, Harry has pivoted his juggernaut-like podcast into his very own VC fund — one that has backed 13 unicorns to-date. Here, in a beautifully candid interview, Harry tells the podcast about the AI start-up sphere; why he chooses to work nine-to-nine, six days a week; how his often lonely childhood formed his entrepreneurial mindset; the dangers of social media usage; and the things that make him optimistic about the future.

Today, I'm joined by two-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer Jeff Cronenweth.Jeff joins me to talk about his work on Tron: Ares, which is now in theaters. He also shot Amazon's Being the Ricardos for director Aaron Sorkin, starring Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem. Kidman was so impressed with Jeff's work that she later asked him to shoot her now-famous AMC Theatres commercial.We also dive into his long-running collaboration with David Fincher on films like Fight Club, The Social Network, and Gone Girl. Plus, Jeff gives us a glimpse into his latest project — the just-begun follow-up to The Social Network, titled The Social Reckoning. Aaron Sorkin is not only writing but also directing this one, with a stellar cast that includes Jeremy Allen White, Mikey Madison, Jeremy Strong, Betty Gilpin, and Bill Burr.When I first heard about The Social Reckoning, my initial reaction was, “Why on earth would they make that?” But the more I've thought about it, the more I've realized it's an essential story — a vital piece of modern history that deserves to be explored and cemented in the public consciousness.Today's episode of the Following Films Podcast is brought to you by Google Workspace. We use Google Workspace to keep things running smoothly and efficiently here at Following Films, and I can't recommend it enough. Try it for your business and see how it can help you stay organized and connected. If you sign up using my link, you'll get a discount — and you'll be supporting the show: https://referworkspace.app.goo.gl/G6uF.Tron: Ares is now playing in theaters everywhere. Go see it on the biggest screen you can — it's an incredible cinematic experience.I hope you enjoy the conversation.

Bienvenidos, cinéfilos hierberos, soy José Enrique Guzmán, su anfitrión, que hoy está particularmente emocionado porque inauguramos un ciclo dedicado a uno de los titanes del guionismo contemporáneo: Aaron Sorkin. Pero antes de sumergirnos en sus palabras afiladas como bisturíes, permítanme esbozar un poco el mapa de este genio neoyorquino.  Aaron Benjamin Sorkin nació en 1961 en Manhattan, en una familia que respiraba cultura por los cuatro costados: su padre era abogado y su madre, profesora. Desde joven, Sorkin se sintió atraído por el teatro, estudiando en la Universidad de Syracuse, donde se graduó en Bellas Artes con énfasis en teatro musical. Sus inicios fueron en Broadway, donde, como un joven dramaturgo ambicioso, debutó en 1989 con una obra que ya apuntaba maneras: "Cuestión de Honor". Imagínense: un chico de veintitantos años escribiendo sobre dilemas éticos en el ejército, inspirado en una anécdota real que le contó su hermana, quien era abogada naval. Esa obra fue un éxito rotundo en el off-Broadway y luego en el circuito principal, atrayendo la atención de Hollywood. De ahí, Sorkin dio el salto al cine y la televisión, convirtiéndose en un maestro de los diálogos que fluyen como un río caudaloso, pero con la precisión de un reloj suizo. Sus guiones son como partidas de ajedrez verbal: rápidos, ingeniosos y siempre un paso adelante. Ahora, para este ciclo, vamos a enfocarnos exclusivamente en su obra cinematográfica, dejando de lado –con un suspiro de resignación– sus joyas televisivas. ¿Por qué? Bueno, series como "Sports Night", "The West Wing" o "Studio 60 On the Sunset Strip", un vistazo satírico al mundo de la TV en vivo... no están disponibles en ninguna plataforma de streaming aquí en Latinoamérica, lo que nos obliga a posponer esa conversación para cuando los dioses del copyright seapiaden de nosotros. Así que, nos ceñiremos al celuloide.Por ende, hoy arrancamos con su ópera prima en la gran pantalla: " Cuestión de Honor ", de 1992. “Cuestión de Honor” es un thriller judicial que te agarra por el cuello desde el minuto uno. Ambientada en la base naval de Guantánamo, sigue a dos marines acusados de asesinar a un compañero durante un "código rojo", esa práctica no oficial de disciplina que huele a abuso de poder. El teniente Daniel Kaffee, un abogado naval interpretado por un Tom Cruise en su mejor forma de galán arrogante pero redimible, toma el caso junto a su equipo: la tenaz Jo Galloway (Demi Moore) y el astuto Sam Weinberg (Kevin Pollak). Enfrentados a un muro de silencio militar, se topan con el imponente coronel Nathan Jessup, encarnado por un Jack Nicholson que mastica el escenario con esa sonrisa lobuna suya. Kevin Bacon, Kiefer Sutherland y J.T. Walsh completan un elenco estelar queeleva el material a alturas estratosféricas. En fin, Aaron Sorkin es, probablemente, uno de los mejores –si no el mejor– guionista de Hollywood en la actualidad. Sus diálogos son como fuegos artificiales: rápidos, explosivos, cargados de inteligencia y un humor que te hace reírmientras piensas. Sus personajes no son marionetas; son mentes brillantes, a veces falibles, siempre divertidas en su complejidad humana. Y sus historias te atrapan como una red bien tejida, contadas con una maestría narrativa que haceque el tiempo vuele. Aquí en "Cinefilia y Otras Hierbas", somos fans absolutos, con devoción casi religiosa–. Así que, empecemos con la que lo inició todo, " Cuestión de Honor ", para desmenuzarla a fondo, y descubrir por qué Sorkin no solo escribe guiones, sino que reinventa el arte de contar historias.  ¿Nos acompañan?Patreon: patreon.com/cinefiliayotrashierbas⁠Correo: cinefiliayotrashierbas@gmail.com No olviden suscribirse, compartir este episodio y dejar un comentario y un like, eso nos ayudará a crecer y a encontrar más audiencia. ¡Que lo disfruten! #Sorkin⁠ ⁠#TomCruise⁠ ⁠#JackNicholson⁠ ⁠#Cine

In this episode, Sean and James discuss the 2020 film The Trial of the Chicago Seven, a historical legal drama written and directed by Aaron Sorkin. Based on true events, the film dramatizes the trial of seven anti–Vietnam War activists charged with conspiracy and inciting riots during the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We finally reach the end of Season Two of Aaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM. The two-parter finale ELECTION NIGHT PART I and II sends us on a nostalgic reverie back to the 2012 - the last election before everything changed. PLUS: Government shutdowns and Kamala Harris's memoir. PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/661-our-are-envy-140674442

I've been hated by the Party of Hate for five years and counting, maybe longer. For a while, I tricked myself into thinking it was people who didn't really know me. They judged me on my tweets or my opinions. But then, after I came out as a Trump voter, I felt hate even from the people who did know me.I've seen sons disown their mothers, wives disown their husbands. I've felt the hatred from the people in my town who put up alienating lawn signs that seem to come from a good place until you think about what they're really saying: agree with us, or we will hate you. When I was a kid, my stepdad forbade us from using the word “hate.” We were not allowed to say it for any reason, not “I hate brusselsprouts,” “I hate doing the dishes,” or most especially, “I hate you.”I felt it bubbling up so many times - what is a better word, I would wonder. There is no better word, I would conclude. Hate is the word we use to describe that all-consuming heat that bubbles up inside us that we can't control. There are perfect words for things, or as Anton Chigurh said in No Country for Old Men, “you pick the one right tool.”What is love? I knew what that was the first time I saw my baby's face. What is hate? What all of us felt in November of 2016 when Donald Trump won the election. From that day forward, for the next ten years, we would be defined by and consumed by hate.The hate wrapped itself around us. It comforted us. It made us feel morally superior and less alone in our misery and less helpless in our actions. It justified everything we did, whether it was protesting Trump's inauguration or forming the #Resistance. It justified even worse, beating up, spitting on, and knocking the red hats off of Trump supporters. The rulers of the Left's aristocracy, the empire that is now in tatters, said nothing. They seemed to delight in watching all of us good soldiers protest, even smash windows and burn buildings to show how angry we were, because that made them feel less like the failures they are. Blame Trump, blame the voters for the crime of voting them out. Blame anyone but themselves.All of culture was now consumed by the hatred that blotted out the sun and kept us trapped in a long, dark winter of misery and rage. It was our obligation as citizens of utopia to take a side against the half of America that had betrayed Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. Hollywood, universities, corporations, institutions, book publishing, libraries, and restaurants all sent the same message to the Red Hats: you are not welcome here.The directive from on high was not to “normalize” what was not “normal.” The people didn't just vote in Trump to represent them — that would be democracy. This was something else. This was an affront to all the better people —the ones with all the power. Those who called themselves the good side, the moral side, the side written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by Steven Spielberg, the lawn sign people who say JUST BE KIND, were in the grips of an emotion they could not name, let alone control.You do not speak like we do. You do not believe what we believe. You do not accept our version of reality. We don't want you here. We hate you. Hate was what we were feeling, and yet hate was a word we'd given away. It didn't mean this overwhelming sensation that made us use our social media to demonize and dehumanize the working class. It meant people who did not go along with our progressive ideology. It started back in the 1990s with the fight for gay marriage. “Love is love” meant you're with us. “Hate” meant you were against us. Hate was what all of those bad people over there were, the God people, the Conservatives, that's what defined them, not us.Without the right words to describe what we were feeling, we had to find other words. Nazi, fascist, dictator, bigot, homophobe, racist, rapist, xenophobe, transphobe. And when that wasn't enough, we had to go after how he looked, his weight, his hair, his hands, his skin, his relationship with his family, the cars he drove, the food he ate.Trump was the only thing we could see because hate was the only thing we could feel. Like this woman on TikTok who embodies so much of what defines the Left today.It wasn't that Trump didn't troll or provoke us or give as good as he got. He did. Every one of his tweets drove us deeper into our hatred. How could he say that? That's not funny. That's not a joke. That's offensive. Presidents don't talk that way. Who would dare talk that way? Don't laugh. Take it seriously. Don't normalize him. Maybe for a while, the hatred was an understandable response to someone who offended everything we stood for. But after years of it, even I couldn't take it anymore. It wasn't just poison I could feel — a poison that began to make me sick — it was poison in our culture. It touched everything, ruined everything, destroyed a once-mighty movement, and collapsed an empire. That hate we felt, that united us, meant everything had to be sucked into it, like a black hole. Jokes weren't funny. Movies were dystopian and apocalyptic, and still are. Keep the people afraid. We are oppressed, said the wealthy ruling class. Hate became a useful weapon for the empire. They could police thought and speech to aim their weapon at anyone who disagreed with them, defied their rules, and thought for themselves. Two Minutes of Hate Although they will deny it and wish for it not to be true, what we all built back when Obama won was like 1984. We built an “inside” that kept everyone else on the “outside.” If you wanted to be on the “inside,” you had to follow our strict rules; otherwise, you were out.In 1984, Big Brother uses Two Minutes of Hate to keep the people consumed by an emotion that prevents them from ever thinking for themselves. Who would want to be hated like that?And yet, that described exactly what it was like to watch everyone I knew every single day on social media. It spilled over into real life because the media drove it — from morning news on NPR and the networks, through the day with social media feedback loops, to cable news, and late-night comedy. It was Two Minutes of Hate all day, every day.I didn't want to be part of it, and I had to know what was true and what wasn't. In 1984, we know Big Brother is lying about Goldstein, if Goldstein even existed. The version of Trump we thought existed was the same kind of useful illusion. What was the way out of this, I wondered. I'd already felt the wrath of my friends online for asking questions or breaking our strict code of thought and speech. They hated me, too. So I decided to try to reprogram my brain by cutting off all information coming from the media and social media.It wasn't easy. I filled up my head with only news from the Right. I wanted to know who they really were. I had to know if any of it was true. What I eventually found out was that no, it wasn't true. Every screeching accusation is a choice to condemn someone on flimsy evidence without giving them the benefit of the doubt. How can we live like this, I thought. We must be able to tolerate one another. But how? The first thing I needed to do was remember what words really meant. NewspeakNewspeak is necessary in 1984 for the same reason it's necessary on the Left. Like masks, it identifies who is who in a civilization migrating online, where words are sometimes all we have to decide who is who.Our manipulation of words like 'love' and 'hate' meant that they became elastic over time. We used them for our own purposes to drive our agenda. Break the rules of language, no matter how crazy and ridiculous they become, and you are HATE. The worst offender of Newspeak is undoubtedly “Gender Affirming Care.” It's a word game for them. You can't oppose it without opposing the “affirmation” of their gender. It is demanded and mandated. Which is how we get videos like this.Children are conditioned to obey these strict rules because waiting on the other side for them is Two Minutes of Hate, or a lifetime of it.Obey our rules, or else it's all done with rainbows and unicorns and a smile. Now look at how Charlie Kirk approached this difficult subject, with compassion and grace, but also by edging ever so closely to the truth. Is it any wonder they had to silence him by any means necessary? Child-like words are given for extreme procedures that they are in no way ready for. Top surgery is, in reality, a double mastectomy on a pre-teen or teenage girl who can't consent. Bottom surgery is either chemical or surgical castration, or mutilating your otherwise healthy organs to fake male body parts. The words became ways to define this bizarre new fundamentalism that has overtaken so many young people, and why so many of them are fleeing for freer, saner pastures. Did you know there was a word called Adultism? It means, “behaviors and attitudes based on the assumption that adults are better than young people, and entitled to act upon young people without their agreement. This mistreatment is reinforced by social institutions, laws, customs, and attitudes.” Heterosexism, cisgender — so many words. All it means is that you cannot question any of it and must follow these words to decide the meaning of things, rather than what you know in your mind and heart to be true; it's 2+5=5.Trump's biggest crime was that he stripped away gentle language and spoke the plain truth. None of their weapons of war — the Two Minutes of Hate — worked on him. We forgot the lesson from our childhood about the power of words. They are just words. They are not bullets whizzing through the air from rooftops. They are not shooting a CEO on the streets of New York. They are not setting fire to Teslas.I don't have to look far to see what the Left has become. I only have to scroll social media, and the algorithm gives me what is most popular. Yes, these are just words, but more and more lately, violence is echoing them. And on TikTok:Sticks and StonesCharlie Kirk was silenced because the shooter said he “spread too much hate” and it could “not be negotiated down.” An assassin did the dirty work. The end result was the same. That he wasn't immediately silenced, that his voice got louder as people mourned him and defended him, brought the hate back with a white hot fury. I've been waiting for five years for those I know on the Left to snap out of it, to thaw out, to find their humanity and their tolerance. Yet every day, it just seems to get worse. Because to them, they are becoming hate while combating what they have defined as hate. That's not everyone on the Left. I know some brave people who still treat me with kindness and decency. Those who lead their party, however, including their influencers, journalists, celebrities, and comedians, are the ones defined by hate that leave no room for any middle ground.Here is Jesse Kelly:Those who aren't consumed by hate are too afraid to stand up to the party. They can't even stand up against text messages that fantasize about violence and death against Republicans. Here is Abigail Spanburger in a debate with Winsome Earle-Sears, refusing to back off her support of Jay C. Jones:But I know that violence on the Left in the era of Trump is not new. The issue dates back to 2015 and has been reported on by Tucker Carlson and Liz Wheeler, tracing its origins to Trump's first term.But the Left controls the media narrative, and even if that's changing, it isn't changing fast enough. There aren't enough Democrats willing to stand up against any of it. Here is Pam Bondi and Benny Johnson on the arrest of a man who threatened Johnson's life:When I found my way into Trump world, I found exactly the opposite of what I expected: hate. I found tolerance. I found decency. I found kindness. I found love. It was unusual to find people who were not eternally miserable, bearing the weight of the world on their shoulders, like most progressives. Many of them are not driven by politics but rather by a higher power, and that is what prevents them from becoming a people and a movement defined by hate. There is also a lightness in escaping totalitarian oppression that polices every word that comes out of your mouth. It feels good to speak the truth, and it feels good to feel free. The death of Charlie Kirk has shaken moderate Democrats out of their hate stupor because of how so many on the Left reacted to his death.The Democrats didn't used to be the party of hate. But powerful people don't like having things taken away from them. In their fury and fanaticism, almost nothing of what they built, supposedly on inclusion and tolerance, remains. All that's left is the thing they can't name, the thing they can't extinguish: that all-consuming hate. I don't know how we end this madness. I don't have any hope that the Democrats will emerge from it any time soon. I guess that means we must move on without them to shape an America that, at the very least, understands the meaning of fundamental words like love and hate. // This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

Join hosts Ernesto Santos and Matt Diaz as we discuss the latest entertainment news including a sequel to The Simpsons Movie is officially in the works & new updates announced on Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network. We'll then chit-chat about our recently watched movies and tv shows in a fun segment we like to call “Whatcha Watchin'” including our thoughts on The Paper, Alien Earth & Marvel Zombies. Later, we'll give you our SPOILER REVIEW of One Battle After Another, from director Paul Thomas Anderson and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn & Benicio Del Toro. Time Stamps:16:34 - Entertainment News43:34 - Whatcha Watchin'01:09:29 - Unknown Number: The High School Catfish01:26:54 - The White Lotus S301:35:23 - The Paper01:51:32 - Alien: Earth02:04:56 - Eyes of Wakanda02:10:46 - Marvel Zombies02:25:00 - One Battle After Another Review

He walked the halls of The West Wing, stirred up trouble on Scandal, and got his start with Aaron Sorkin long before walk-and-talks became TV legend. Josh Malina joins us for a fast-paced trip through his 90s and 2000s career. From Sports Night beginnings to the roles that made him a household face. Expect sharp wit, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of that signature Malina mischief we all love. We would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell us why! Leave us a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. Executive Producers are Riley Peleuses + Ian McNeny for YEA Media Group If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Christine and David as guests on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest, Wynn Everett, is riding an incredible professional wave, having booked five shows this year. She takes us through her early years studying theater in Georgia, then landing a five-year job running the green room at Good Morning America—where she met everyone from bestselling authors to First Ladies and Hollywood stars. Those connections would later prove invaluable. Wynn reflects on the patience and clear intent it took to finally land representation at Gersh. She also shares some unforgettable “That One Audition” stories, including a hilarious rhythm argument with Aaron Sorkin over the word “tits” that secured her role in Charlie Wilson's War. She also reveals her highly specific audition process, using music and physical “maps," and explains why her radical decision to move back to the Southeast became the best career choice she ever made. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Wynn Everett right here. Credits: Chad Powers M.I.A. Agent Carter Doom Patrol The Newsroom Merv DTF St. Louis This is Us Ordinary Joe Young Rock Sweet Magnolias The Walking Dead Teenage Bounty Hunters Modern Family Grey's Anatomy Charlie Wilson's War Guest Links: IMDB: Wynn Everett, Actress, Producer THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition MAGIC MIND: 60% off ONEAUDITION60 THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

In this episode of Wise_N_Nerdy, Charles and Joe are joined by the amazing Audie Norman for a fun and insightful ride through fandom, fatherhood, and a few unexpected laughs. The show kicks off with the Question of the Week: If you could learn any one spell or power from a fantasy world, what would it be? From the practical magic of prestidigitation and the versatility of wild shape in Dungeons & Dragons, to the Great Sage ability from That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, the hosts dream big. Teleportation powers also come up—whether it's the flashy leaps from Jumper or Apparition from Harry Potter.Before rolling the dice, Charles unveils the show's new logo, a design created by Audie himself. The random dice roll kicks things off with Bad Dad Jokes, this time themed around polar bears—with Charles giving a shoutout to Nathan Fillion for his own stream of dad jokes online.Next up is the "How Do I…?" segment where Charles, Joe, and Audie talk through the creative process behind designing the new Wise_N_Nerdy logo. From concept to final touches, they share the story of what makes the design special for the show and its community.The dice then land on "What Are You Nerding Out About?", where Joe brings back a fan-favorite guessing game: figuring out the plot of an anime just from its title. This week's challenge? Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra: World Conquest Starts with the Civilization of Ruin. Meanwhile, Audie nerds out about Aaron Sorkin, diving into classics like The West Wing and Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. Charles wraps up the segment with some personal excitement, celebrating his birthday with gifts like an electric drum kit and Borderlands 4.In "Daddy, Tell Me a Story," Audie shares his journey into podcasting—how he started listening, what inspired him, and what eventually pushed him to create his own show. Finally, the dice close out the night with the "Parliament of Papas", where Joe tells a heartfelt and complicated story about his mother's wedding ring. Passed down through siblings, the ring sparked both love and family division when one sister asked for it back after a difficult engagement fell apart.This episode blends laughs, stories, and deep dives into the worlds of fandom and family—proving once again why listeners love to Find your FAMdom with Wise_N_Nerdy.

In this episode of Wise_N_Nerdy, Charles and Joe are joined by the amazing Audie Norman for a fun and insightful ride through fandom, fatherhood, and a few unexpected laughs. The show kicks off with the Question of the Week: If you could learn any one spell or power from a fantasy world, what would it be? From the practical magic of prestidigitation and the versatility of wild shape in Dungeons & Dragons, to the Great Sage ability from That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, the hosts dream big. Teleportation powers also come up—whether it's the flashy leaps from Jumper or Apparition from Harry Potter.Before rolling the dice, Charles unveils the show's new logo, a design created by Audie himself. The random dice roll kicks things off with Bad Dad Jokes, this time themed around polar bears—with Charles giving a shoutout to Nathan Fillion for his own stream of dad jokes online.Next up is the "How Do I…?" segment where Charles, Joe, and Audie talk through the creative process behind designing the new Wise_N_Nerdy logo. From concept to final touches, they share the story of what makes the design special for the show and its community.The dice then land on "What Are You Nerding Out About?", where Joe brings back a fan-favorite guessing game: figuring out the plot of an anime just from its title. This week's challenge? Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra: World Conquest Starts with the Civilization of Ruin. Meanwhile, Audie nerds out about Aaron Sorkin, diving into classics like The West Wing and Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. Charles wraps up the segment with some personal excitement, celebrating his birthday with gifts like an electric drum kit and Borderlands 4.In "Daddy, Tell Me a Story," Audie shares his journey into podcasting—how he started listening, what inspired him, and what eventually pushed him to create his own show. Finally, the dice close out the night with the "Parliament of Papas", where Joe tells a heartfelt and complicated story about his mother's wedding ring. Passed down through siblings, the ring sparked both love and family division when one sister asked for it back after a difficult engagement fell apart.This episode blends laughs, stories, and deep dives into the worlds of fandom and family—proving once again why listeners love to Find your FAMdom with Wise_N_Nerdy.

This week's So Many Sequels is stacked with news, reviews, and hot takes:Sterling Harjo's new FX/Hulu series The Lowdown puts Tulsa in the spotlight with Ethan Hawke leading the charge.Josh gives a glowing review of PTA's One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn.Garrett dives back into the Taken franchise (yes, Liam Neeson still has a particular set of skills).David gets schlocky with Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight and Bordello of Blood.We react to Aaron Sorkin's follow-up to The Social Network, plus the new Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.And of course, we wrap up with box office breakdowns and a tease of American Psycho and “So Many Scares vs. Jason” for October.

The Republican-run government has shut down, Trump is using misinformation to blame Democrats, and Erin and Alyssa explain what's at stake. Then they dive into Ezra Klein's recent bad takeapalooza, on everything from Charlie Kirk's legacy to pro-life Democrats. And, of course, there's the latest Epstein files news, some races to watch in Virginia, and a big week for creeps, overall. They wrap up in the Sanity Corner with a discussion about their excitement for Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning and a petty roast of Ivanka Trump's Instagram. Explaining the G.O.P.'s Misleading Talking Point on the Looming Shutdown (NYT 9/29)Ta-Nehisi Coates on Bridging Gaps vs. Drawing Lines (NYT 9/28)RFK Jr. launches FDA review of abortion pill (ABC News 9/24)Musk, Thiel and Bannon named in Epstein docs released by Dems (Axios 9/26)Elon Musk's Father Accused of Child Sexual Abuse (NYT 9/25)Money manager Howard Rubin detained in sex trafficking case after feds cite hitman threat (CNBC 9/26)Ryan Walters steps down as Oklahoma schools chief to lead anti-teachers union group (The 19th News 9/26)The State of Our Nation: Gauging Americans' political opinions in 2025 (The 19th* 9/25) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesIt appears as though Marvel Studios much speculated film that was slated to release between Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars in July 2027, won't be happening after all; or at least not that July, as Disney has replaced the untitled project with a sequel to The Simpsons Movie dated for July 23, 2027. The move comes as a surprise to many Marvel fans who anticipated a possible Doctor Strange or Shang-Chi sequel to take place between the Avengers tentpoles but is in keeping with what Bob Iger and Kevin Feige have promised about a slowdown in production. Elsewhere, with Marvel Zombies premiering on Disney Plus last week, Marvel TV head Brad Winderbaum teased a possible season 2, but emphasized that would be contingent on viewership and new Disney Plus subscriptions. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Olsen took the opportunity to share that although she recorded lines for the series, she doesn't remember anything about the show or plot. It was a huge week for trailers from a bevy of our favorite franchises, so lets run them down with another good old fashioned Trailer Park:Insomniac and Sony released the first gameplay trailer for Marvel's Wolverine on the PS5, which will release in fall of 2026.Lucasfilm unveiled a new trailer for Star Wars; Visions Volume 3 which also announced the cast that includes Anna Sawai, Freddie Highmore, George Takei, Harvey Guillén, Jodie Turner-Smith, Judith Light, Simu Liu, Stephanie Hsu, and Steve Buscemi.The final trailer for Jon M. Chu's Wicked: For Good released last Wednesday morning to much acclaim.And finally, a new trailer for 20th Century's Avatar: Fire and Ash teased more of the villainous faction and stakes.Director Denis Villeneuve shed new light on his upcoming version of 007 for Amazon/MGM; sharing that the casting process will begin next year after he's completed production on Dune: Part Three for Warner Bros and that he is looking to cast a “relatively unknown” “fresh face” actor in their 20s or 30s. Additional criteria the filmmaker included is that the performer must hail from the British Isles and be male, as well as his desire to capture what Fleming called “a blunt instrument” — the lethal but “extremely dull, uninteresting man to whom things happened.” If Villeneuve and team stay true to these parameters, it potentially rules out many fan-casted favorites and seems to be in more alignment with the Broccoli family's traditions with the character than expected with new creatives in control.Mark Ronson is slated to reunite with Greta Gerwig to score her Chronicles of Narnia adaptation at Netflix. Ronson previously served as executive music producer for Gerwig's Barbie.Amazon MGM Studios‘ adaptation of Rebecca Yarros' bestselling novel Fourth Wing is closing in on a new showrunner. Wednesday Season 2 executive producer Meredith Averill is in final negotiations to board the project as writer and executive producer.Sony revealed that Spider-Man: Beyond the SpiderVerse will arrive a week earlier than expected, and land on June 18, 2027. Notably, that new date will cover the Juneteenth holiday as well as Father's Day. It previously was dated for June 25, 2027.Comedian Bill Burr is in talks to join the cast of Aaron Sorkin and Sony Pictures' sequel to The Social Network, after Jeremy Strong, Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White were officially cast. The film also has been retitled The Social Reckoning and will officially hit theaters on Oct. 9, 2026.A newly created AI “actress” named Tilly Norwood, designed by the studio Xicoia under Particle6, has reportedly drawn interest from Hollywood talent agencies. The announcement sparked major backlash from real actors, with critiques about replacing human talent, the ethics of compositing real faces, and calls to boycott agencies that represent AI personas.

“You don't get to nearly 300 episodes without making a few enemies.” Join Ian, Liam & Kev for our 298th episode as we log on, code furiously, and sue each other over The Social Network (2010). Megs? She's not with us this week—she's in “Facebook jail” for excessive poking (it was bound to happen). We're carrying around a chicken for a week in our 298th episode as we discuss: Our best day for downloads ever—and it's not even close. Our trip to an award show (well… kind of). A new Patreon joins the fold—proof we're building our very own social network. Just how much credit should the money man get vs the idea man? What is it that makes Aaron Sorkin's writing so great—and why does this film feel like it moves at the speed of thought? What's the one part we think the film gets wrong? Does the absence of errors make a film a masterpiece—or does it need a few rough edges to feel human? Jesse Eisenberg as Zuckerberg: sympathetic genius or socially awkward supervillain? Fincher's precision—how much of the film's impact comes from direction versus dialogue? And finally, whether The Social Network is the Best Film Ever—or just the sharpest film of the 2010s. Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support: Juleen from It Goes Down In The PM Hermes Auslander James DeGuzman Synthia Shai Bergerfroind Ariannah Who Loves BFE The Most Andy Dickson Chris Pedersen Duane Smith (Duane Smith!) Randal Silva Nate The Great Rev Bruce Cheezy (with a fish on a bike) Richard Ryan Kuketz Dirk Diggler Stew from the Stew World Order podcast NorfolkDomus John Humphrey's Right Foot Timmy Tim Tim Aashrey Paul Komoroski Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/. Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor. Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/

Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin's follow-up to “The Social Network,” now officially titled “The Social Reckoning,” will hit theaters on Oct. 9, 2026, Sony Pictures announced Friday. The contentious demise of a throuple resulted in the arrest of a female member of the polygamous trio, police report. Responding to a 10 PM domestic disturbance call, police in Summerfield, Florida encountered Devon Driscoll, 26, who “advised she wants her ex-boyfriend and ex-girlfriend to get kicked out of the house.” Two men have been arrested after a fight over a Netflix account ended with gunfire. Brian Travis Reynolds, 19, and Anthony Constante, 19, were taken into custody this week in connection with an incident outside a home on Calle Briseno, according to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office. A content creator has completed a "ridiculous journey" to the Isles of Scilly in a bath. YouTuber Max Fosh travelled across the sea from Sennen Cove in Cornwall to Hugh Town. The adventure took place on Wednesday, with a number of islanders greeting the content creator at the finish line. FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com #SEC #Alabama #Auburn #secfootball #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #football #sports #alabamafootball #alabamabasketball #auburnbasketball #auburnfootball #rolltide #wareagle #alabamacrimsontide #auburntigers #nfl #sportsnews #footballnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny adds Sebastian Maniscalco to his 'Legion of Cool Comedians' for promoting Frigidaire's stone-baked pizza ovens and mentions Maniscalco's upcoming tour dates, including an appearance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. The podcast also highlights Jessica Kirson's performance at the same festival, touching on her advocacy for free speech in comedy.Additionally, news about Bill Burr potentially joining Aaron Sorkin's 'The Social Network 2' cast is shared. T  Burr is just back from the Riyadh Comedy Festival.And the berve of that guy Jay Leno.  He;s out there oding chairty events  3D-printing a toilet seat for Harrison Ford.  He's the worst!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series  (it's only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews  

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On this week's episode Disney's roller-coaster week leads the headlines with streaming price hikes, record-breaking Jimmy Kimmel ratings, and a first look at The Mandalorian & Grogu. But that's just the start! Then the guys dive deep into Warner Bros. sharpening its Weapons for awards season while Superman dominates HBO Max, Universal turning Oz gold with Wicked: For Good, and Sony stirring the pot with Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning and a Spider-Verse date shift. Plus, Hallmark's The Way Home lands on Netflix, Avatar: Fire and Ash drops a fiery trailer, Baywatch makes a splashy comeback, and Apple shocks by shelving Jessica Chastain's The Savant.We're also serving up our Top 5 Timeless Films, our Box Office Recap led by Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, and the IMDb Top Trenders, including the legendary Robert Redford. Hollywood's buzzing, and we've got every twist, turn, and surprise covered!Chapters: News Tease 0:00Intro Music 2:37Show Open 2:57DGA News 4:54SAG-AFTRA/WGA News 6:30Disney News 7:53Fox News 17:54Warner Bros News 19:33Paramount News 28:04NBC Universal News 33:22Sony News 39:32Amazon MGM Studios News 43:54Netflix News 47:39Apple News 51:49Top 5 Favorite Timeless Films 56:39Box Office 1:20:41IMDb Pro Top Trending 1:24:17Goodbyes 1:25:07Follow Us Here:Website: https://crazyantmedia.comMerchandise: https://crazyantmedia.com/crazy-ant-merchandiseOur first film, Deadlines: https://crazyantmedia.com/deadlinesPodcasts:ITCAFpodcast:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/itcafpodcast/id1644145531Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tf6L0e7vO9xnVtWaip67s?si=tYPrIVr_R36qpYns4qeZ8gEverything's Okay Podcast:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythings-okay/id1664547993Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uMm80MW4K50f8uURgVUYp?si=9mF7mwf_Qe-ZDqKBhEovMgSocial Media:ITCAFpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/itcafpodcast?s=21&t=q0HdFq3CPkXBzVYHYdJW6wInstagram: https://instagram.com/itcafpodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRLQ7hHn/Everything's OkayTwitter: https://twitter.com/everythingsokp?s=21&t=ckQqBvyxz3lYqKHLrI6peAInstagram: https://instagram.com/everythingsokp?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Crazy Ant MediaTwitter: https://twitter.com/crazyantmedia?s=21&t=q0HdFq3CPkXBzVYHYdJW6wInstagram: https://instagram.com/crazyantmedia?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRLQP1c1/Logan (Left)Twitter: https://twitter.com/jloganaustin?s=21&t=ckQqBvyxz3lYqKHLrI6peAInstagram: https://instagram.com/jloganaustin?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j.loganaustin?_t=8ZMB9Hp1yxf&_r=1Dustin (Right)Twitter: https://twitter.com/crazyantceo?s=21&t=ckQqBvyxz3lYqKHLrI6peAInstagram: https://instagram.com/crazyantceo?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyantceo?_t=8ZMB84k7BUM&_r=1

In this episode, we break down The Social Network. We dive into David Fincher's directing style, Aaron Sorkin's razor-sharp script, and the way the film explores themes of ambition, betrayal, friendship, and greed. We analyze the layered performances of Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, and Justin Timberlake, as well as the brilliant use of music and pacing. More than a story about Facebook, this is a film about obsession, power, and the cost of success.   Chapters: 00:00 Mark Zuckerberg is doing alright 12:44 Full screenwriting & filmmaking mastery 22:45 Mark just wants to be frat guy 30:47 Justin Timberlake you doucher 36:15 The Hollywood star on the OG facebook 38:43 The sketchy behavior of Mark Zuckerberg 41:16 How they somehow made this story interesting 45:41 Disney was not happy with Brenda Song 48:30 Andrew Garfield is too likable 52:02 Our official rating & final thoughts 56:09 Cue the music

For the first time ever, Sean, Amanda, and Chris are doing a movie character draft! Today, they draft their favorite characters from Paul Thomas Anderson's filmography. But before diving in, they react to a handful of news headlines, including the speculation that David Ellison and Paramount plan on making a strong bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, new information regarding key details about Aaron Sorkin's ‘The Social Network II', and the recent awards buzz surrounding Sydney Sweeney's performance in the upcoming boxing film ‘Christy' (1:38). Then, they talk through their personal relationships to Anderson's work (25:15), introduce the new categories (41:19), and finally draft their characters (49:27). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Chris Ryan Producer: Jack Sanders This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Wing creator Aaron Sorkin talks to Nick Ahad about his award winning and record-breaking adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee's seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence. This play is about to tour around the UK, with Richard Coyle returning to his West End role of Atticus Finch. Sorkin also hints at what we can expect to see in his follow-up The Social Network, the Oscar winning film based on the creation of Facebook.Nick visits Bradford Live, the newly restored building in the centre of Bradford. For two decades the building lay derelict after being a hub of public entertainment in the city from the 1930s. Lee Craven, the founding director of Bradford Live, the organisation that led the renovations, and Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, the leader of Bradford Council discuss the work involved in the restoration and the significance of the building in Bradford's cultural and economic landscape.80s pop star Toyah on her life, career, new found fame during lockdown and her new greatest hits package Chameleon, which celebrates her 45 years in music.Raymond Antrobus discusses his prose memoir, The Quiet Ear, about growing up between worlds: Jamaican and British, deaf and hearing, sign and spoken language, and becoming the award-winning poet whose work explores all these experiences.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

On the 78th episode of Bomb Squad Matinee, Austin, Tanner, Joe V, and Rein discuss David Fincher's 2010 biopic drama The Social Network. After 15 years of critical acclaim, is this film still making friends, or has it made enemies? Do David Fincher's directing and Aaron Sorkin's writing come together perfectly? What does the gang think of Facebook? Tune in to find out!

How far is one of America's most famous liberal creators willing to accommodate a critique of institutional power? We return to Aaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM with Season 2 Episode 7 ("Red Team III"), which brings the "Operation Genoa" story to a startling conclusion. PLUS: Checking in on Gavin Newsom's new Based rebrand. PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/650-i-love-lucy-137519725

As a lifelong Democrat, I always thought the problem of gun violence was easy to solve. Just get rid of the guns. It was one of the most important issues for us as Bill Clinton rallied voters to the polls in 1992. But back then, it wasn't mass shootings that we worried about. It was handguns. Just look at this scene in Aaron Sorkin's The American President, released in 1995, where Michael Douglas has to bury protecting the climate to pass a weapons bill, but by the end, he realizes he doesn't have to sacrifice anything. He can and will get both.Four years later, Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold would become famous by shooting up Columbine High School with illegally purchased weapons. That led to the renewal of the now-expired 1994 Assault Weapons Ban originally implemented after Patrick Edward Purdy killed five children at an elementary school in Stockton, California, in 1989. We had a joke back then called “going postal,” referring to the same kind of person who would open fire on post offices or other office buildings. It seemed like men reacted violently to being rejected, either by a job or a woman. School shootings were rare. But Columbine hit differently than any tragedy that came before it.It wasn't just the crime itself; it was the pleasure the shooters took in carrying it out, performing for the security cameras, the casual cruelty, and later, how they became subversive icons. All of these years later, many of our early theories about them turned out to be wrong. They weren't really bullied. For them, it was more about the thrill of killing and gaining fame for it. By 1999, two significant changes had occurred in American society. The 24-hour news cycle, thanks to the O.J. Simpson trial, and the rise of the internet, which could give us our news even faster. However, it did something else as well. It allowed ordinary people to become famous overnight. That's still true. Anyone can get famous for anything. Mass shooters also have their influencers and platforms. But even more importantly, like the Columbine shooters, they are all caught up in the romance of building a mythology behind their planned shootings, their grand statements against society as they carry out their evil acts. They seem to have empathy for other shooters. They want to be like them. They want to be feared and remembered. The more evil the deed, the greater the myth. The endgame always seems to be suicide, go out with a bang. Solving that problem, understanding it, trying to get ahead of it, proved too difficult, so we pivoted to the guns. Always the guns. Just get rid of the guns, and the problem will be solved.Like these TikTokers: I used to believe that. I also demonized people who carried them, and it was an easy excuse to blame the other side. What else is new? At least we want to do something about it, I would say. For this reason, I began studying mass shooters. I thought that if I could identify the one thing they had in common, maybe we could find a way to reach them before they decide to pick up a gun.Every time I brought it up to anyone I knew on the Left, I would always get the same answer: it's the guns. Take away the guns, solve the problem. They didn't want to talk about anything else. If you lived through the Oklahoma City bombing and 9/11, it seemed obvious that if people want to kill, there are other ways. Just look at suicide bombers, or people who drive trucks through crowds, or go on stabbing sprees. No, guns just made it easier, but taking them away is not only impossible, it doesn't solve the problem. In my research, I came across a site called GunViolence.org. They lay out just how rare mass shootings are compared to the rest of the shootings in America. I was shocked when I actually looked at the numbers. Here is their ten-year review:Gun deaths are part of the everyday reality for many working-class families living in high-crime cities, and yet, in the post-George Floyd America, even talking about “Black on Black” crime is strictly verboten. It has to be the guns. On August 27, the same day as the most recent shooting in Minneapolis at a Catholic school, several other people lost their lives to gun violence. Like this:And this:And this - a man shot in his home in Mississippi. Two more:How about this shooting, captured on Facebook Live and viewed by millions in Chicago: The same party that thinks guns are the problem have not only refused Trump's help to bring in the National Guard to clean up crime, but have also attempted to “defund the police,” called all police “racists” all through 2020, and continue to ignore crime in cities like Los Angeles where all of the products have to be locked away and criminals aren't even prosecuted for theft under $1000.There is no question that the Democrat brand lately stands for defending and protecting criminals and crime rather than protecting citizens. They won't talk about how residents in DC are relieved to be able to walk on the streets and feel safe at night. This latest shooter, Robert/Robin Westman, bought his guns legally. Giffords.org gives Minnesota a grade of “B.” Yet, here are their suggestions to improve that grade:None of these improvements would have stopped Westman from shooting his gun through the window while Catholic students were praying on the second day of school. He did it because he knew that they were too trusting and that there would be few barriers in his way. For a guy like Westman, or any of the latest trend of trans and nonbinary perpetrators of violence, wearing a mask of a woman offers an extra layer of protection, but it also reveals someone who doesn't want to be who he is in a society that no longer has any use for men. Not only won't they look into it, but their greatest fear coming out of the event was whether they would offend the transgender community.You see how easy it is to blame the guns? Then, you never have to look at anything else, uncomfortable things, things no one can even talk about.And for those complaining that the Republicans are “politicizing a tragedy,” know this: all the Democrats have done for the last 30 years is politicize tragedies. Never let a crisis go to waste. And the answer is always the guns. Because “it's the guns,” we never had to face what we'd done to contribute to making this country worse. We never had to confront what the feminist movement had done to men. Listen to how these women talk on TikTok. It isn't just that men have fled the Democratic Party. It's that they've been abandoned by them and, worse, they've been demonized.I am not excusing violence, certainly not mass murder, certainly not of children. But how can we not even talk about what has happened to men over the past 20 years that has brought them to the point where so many of them feel like there is no place for them in society, that they are loathed at best, invisible at worst? And if we don't understand them, if we don't see them, if we don't know how to reach them, how can we possibly stop them? Oh, don't worry, we'll just take away the gun. That will solve the problem.We never had to confront what psych meds might have done to potential mass shooters. We weren't even allowed to bring it up lest we offend those afflicted with mental illness. At least now, under Trump, we have RFK, Jr. to take a look, finally, at whether or not these drugs had any impact on mass shootings. After the massacre at Sandy Hook, I realized we lost the gun debate. Adam Lanza's guns were locked up. But he stole them, shot his mother in the face, and went on a rampage, where he would later end his life.I knew that wasn't about the guns. It couldn't be. So what else was going on? How can we prevent this problem from happening again? The guns? Seriously? That's all you got? Yes, that's all they got. Even now. But what I know now is that we have to do the other thing. We have to pivot to protecting children — schools, churches, parks, restaurants. We must ensure our buildings are shooter-proof, just as we make sure they are earthquake-proof. Debating about guns for 30 more years isn't going to do anything. And then, we have to have a serious conversation about the deeper issues at play, not just with the most recent shooting, but with all mass shootings. How is it that they become celebrities? Why do men feel left behind? Why do they think they need something like this to be valued? Why did this shooter and so many others of late feel they had to transition or identify as something other than a man to be seen and valued? What can we do as a society to help them?We live in a take-no-prisoners new world of algorithms and isolation. It will likely disrupt our species in ways we can't even fathom. But one thing I know for sure is that to make the conversation only about guns is to be unprepared for everything that's coming next. // This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

SEASON 4 EPISODE 5: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:45) SPECIAL COMMENT: THE DISASTA IN ALASKA The Disasta in Alaska - starring the cheeseburger-eating surrender monkey. We have, to quote Churchill, suffered a defeat, without a war. Because we forget we don’t MERELY have an evil, deranged president, we have an evil, deranged president who is also a moron. Now, Trump - Putin’s butt boy, his errand carrier - will deliver Putin’s message to Zelensky in Washington. He will be accompanied by EU President von der Leyen, NATO Secretary General Rutte, Presidents Macron of France and Stubb of Finland, Prime Ministers Starmer of the U-K and Meloni of Italy, and Chancellor Merz of Germany. Trump will be accompanied by a large selection of mirrors. I suspect Trump will parrot what he remembers of Putin's message (whatever Trump's staff didn't leave on the printer of the business center at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage) and tell Zelensky that the way to achieve an end to the war in Ukraine is: to lose. The best thing Zelensky and the Europeans could say in response would be to state that they are withdrawing their recognition of the government of the United States of America because it is just too effing stupid. From the Disasta in Alaska to the Occupied territory of Washington, D.C. And don’t forget what Trump today DOUBLING the number of National Guard in DC with new recruits from Ohio, West Virginia, and South Carolina (all of them, far more violent than DC) means: It means he’s read his cratering polls number and declared war on the United States of America. Also: we rejoin the Trumpstein Cover-up Scandal, already in progress. B-Block (30:02) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: International Fop Piers Morgan FINALLY does a journalism - posts a meme of Trump on his way to meet Putin and Trump is wearing kneepads - and then DELETES the first journalism of his life? Pam Bondi proudly admits The Deep State has defeated her fascist DOJ with nothing more than a Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki Sub. And the battle of the most overrated people in their field: neither CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin nor House Democratic mis-Leader Hakeem Jeffries repeat Andrew Cuomo's canard that Democratic NYC mayor nominee Zohran Mamdani lives in a rent-CONTROLLED apartment when he, like HALF of all NYC renters (myself included) lives in a rent-STABILIZED apartment. Sorkin repeats this FOUR times, Jeffries doesn't correct him, and Jeffries who is theoretically a congressman from New York STILL refuses to endorse his own party's nominee, chosen by its MEMBERS, for mayor OF New York. Sorkin should be fired and Jeffries should resign. C-Block (43:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: Somebody wrote last week that Aaron Sorkin's HBO "Newsroom" version of some of what happened to Countdown on MSNBC was the worst fictionalization of journalism in the English language. I think that's an exaggeration. It wasn't nearly that good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on What's My Frame I'm joined by Casting Professional and Actor, Andrew Dahreddine. Andrew is based between Los Angeles and New York. He is currently casting Lauren Minnerath's debut feature film, CLARE (which has been supported by Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW); Stacey Maltin and Jay DeYonker's feature film, C-SIDE (working title); and Rebecca Louisell's film, THE TRIP, which is one segment of the upcoming anthology feature film, THROUGH THE BLINDS. Andrew previously worked with Barden/Schnee Casting on television shows for Apple TV+ (the breakout series, PALM ROYALE), Paramount+ (SCHOOL SPIRITS), and ABC (ALASKA DAILY), as well as many films including the upcoming feature, CODE 3 (Rainn Wilson, Lil Rel Howery, and Aimee Carrero); and EZRA (Robert De Niro, Bobby Cannavale, Rose Byrne).Additional selected casting credits include: the FX limited series, THE PATIENT (starring Steve Carell & Domhnall Gleeson); Aaron Sorkin's Oscar-nominated Netflix feature film, THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7; and the first season of the Emmy-nominated Hulu series, RAMY. Andrew has also been the casting director for many short films that have competed at festivals including SXSW, BFI, SIFF, Palm Springs ShortFest, HollyShorts, Vienna Shorts, and many others.As an actor, Andrew was a series regular on the comedy series, 86'd, for BRIC TV. He also has appeared in many national commercials, and was the lead role in the second season premiere of Homicide City on Investigation Discovery.A BFA graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and the Stella Adler Studio of Acting, Andrew has performed in many stage productions, as well. Selected credits include: Kenneth Branagh and Rob Ashford's epic Macbeth at the Park Avenue Armory; the Lincoln Center Festival's Russian-language adaptation of Miss Julie (dir. Thomas Ostermeier) at NY City Center. He also appeared in several productions with The Drilling Company, and received praise in the New York Times for his performance in their version of As You Like It. Regionally, he spent a season with the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, as well as one summer at Boston's Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, in their production of Coriolanus. Andrew is a fierce union advocate, and a proud member of SAG-AFTRA; the Hollywood Teamsters Local 399 - Casting Shop; and Actors Equity Association. #UnionStrongFor more follow Andrew on Instagram @Dramaddine or visit www.andrewdahreddine.com -What's My Frame, hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura Linda Bradley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the WMF creative community now!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whatsmyframe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IMDb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? official site⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We finally did it. We lib out for 90 minutes to the first two seasons of Aaron Sorkin's most successful project: The West Wing. A centrist liberal projection of an idealized America in the year 2000.  We break out our characters, and do a deep dive on Somebody's going to emergency, somebody's going to Jail, In Excelsis Dio, and Shiboleth. And then wrap up by trying to identify the very difficult question of “just what exactly does the Bartlett administration stand for anyway?”Give Remember Shuffle a follow on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@RememberShufflePod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to interact with the show between episodes. It also makes it easier to book guests.  Join the patreon to support the shuffle bois and for an extra episode per month at⁠ ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/RememberShuffle

Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Peterson W. Hill, revisit The Social Network (2010): directed by David Fincher, written by Aaron Sorkin, cinematography by Jeff Cronenweth, music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, and Armie Hammer.Plot Summary: The Social Network dramatizes the turbulent origins of Facebook, tracing its rise from a dorm room project to a global tech empire. The story centers on Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg), whose brilliance and ambition lead him to create a revolutionary social networking site. But as Facebook explodes in popularity, personal relationships unravel and legal battles erupt. Former friends and collaborators—including Eduardo Saverin (Andrew Garfield), Sean Parker (Justin Timberlake), and the Winklevoss twins (Armie Hammer)—clash over ownership, betrayal, and the blurred lines between genius and opportunism. It's a tale of innovation, ego, and the cost of success in the digital age.Guest:Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast@petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and TwitterPrevious Guest on Gone Girl (2014), Parasite (2019), Fight Club (1999), Ben-Hur (1959), Up in the Air (2009), The Shop Around the Corner (1940), La Dolce Vita (1960)Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:34 Cast for The Social Network03:28 Welcome Back, Peterson07:42 How Important is The Social Network in Culture?16:32 Background for The Social Network20:12 Is This David Fincher's Best Film?25:49 Relationship(s) to The Social Network31:42 Plot Summary for The Social Network32:46 What is The Social Network About?52:24 Did You Know?58:34 First Break59:38 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:08:23 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:16:01 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:21:00 Second Break01:21:42 In Memoriam01:23:16 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:54:02 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:56:40 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:58:51 Remaining Questions for The Social Network02:06:56 Thank You to Peterson02:08:25 Remaining Thoughts for the Week02:14:46 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesWith the MCU's latest big screen offering now in theaters, as rabid fans, it only makes sense to look to the future, and apparently Marvel and Sony agree, as myriad fresh details surrounding the franchise's next film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day began hitting the internet all weekend. First, last Friday morning Sony released a 9-second video teasing features of Spidey's new suit, which was quickly followed up with a 23-second video with star Tom Holland, in suit, performing some minor acrobatics the next day. Finally, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the longstanding rumor that Mark Ruffalo is reprising his role as Bruce Banner/The Hulk for the film, while Better Call Saul actor, Michael Mando, was also announced to be returning as Mac Gargan/The Scorpion.The Fantastic Four: First Steps continued its box office reign, raking in $39.6 million its second weekend for a $368 million total global haul. While far from a defeat, the staggering 67% drop from the flick's first weekend presents a significant loss in momentum and is in stark contrast with expectations, which were largely fueled by positive reception and strong word of mouth among critics and fans. Elsewhere, Superman crossed the $550 million milestone internationally, and Jurassic World: Rebirth passed $750 million at the global box office after 5 weeks in theaters, becoming only the third film of 2025 to do so behind Lilo & Stitch and A Minecraft Movie. Amazon MGM's upcoming James Bond film being directed by Dune's Denis Villeneuve, is quickly coming together as Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has been hired to pen the script. Apart from Peaky Blinders, Knight has enjoyed a storied career on the small screen as a screenwriter, director and producer involved with projects such as Apple TV's See and Netflix's All The Light We Cannot See, while also co-creating Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? As far as big screen contributions, he wrote the screenplays for Eastern Promises and Spencer, which were both Oscars-nominated, and directed the films Hummingbird, Locke and Serenity, the 2019 film starring Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway. Considering candidates for our new Bond, as if we could ever get enough of Tom Holland, the actor went on record to voice his reverence for the role as the “pinnacle” for British actors, while seemingly disqualifying himself by announcing another break from acting in 2027.Per Deadline, Matt Smith has joined the cast of Shawn Levy's Star Wars: Starfighter in a villain role, set to appear alongside Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth in the film set for May 28, 2027. The House of the Dragon star gets another shot at the Star Wars universe after previously being cast in The Rise of Skywalker but ultimately not appearing in the final film.John Krasinski announced he's returning to direct, write and produce A Quiet Place Part III, set for release on July 9, 2027; no cast or story details have been revealed.Disney and Lucasfilm announced Star Wars: A New Hope will return to theaters on April 30, 2027, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the film.Aaron Sorkin has his sights set on Oscar winner Mikey Madison and Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White to star in The Social Network Part II, with Madison potentially playing a whistleblower and White as journalist Jeff Horwitz behind the explosive Facebook Files exposé. While no formal offers have been made, sources say these are Sorkin's top choices for the sequel that will explore Facebook's role in various controversies rather than serving as a direct continuation of the 2010 film.

In this powerful second installment, Molly Bloom takes us from her lowest point—convicted felon, millions in debt, and under FBI indictment—to the surprising turn that led her back into the spotlight. She shares how the same athletic grit that carried her down Olympic slopes helped her weather mob threats and a RICO case, and ultimately propelled her into publishing a memoir and partnering with Aaron Sorkin to bring Molly's Game to the big screen. Along the way, Molly reveals the hard lessons of maintaining integrity under pressure, the freedom found in losing everything, and the resilience required to rewrite your own story. She also opens up about balancing motherhood with newfound opportunities, her unlikely journey through Hollywood, and the personal triumph of starting a family against all odds. Timestamps00:00 – Rock Bottom Reveal: From poker queen to convicted felon in millions of debt01:00 – Athletic Grit, Part II: How Olympic lessons powered Molly's comeback02:30 – Motherhood vs. Ambition: Battling mom-guilt, building your support “village,” finding stillness07:00 – Rewriting the Rulebook: From burnout to a recovery toolkit of meditation, rest & self-compassion10:00 – Integrity Under Fire: Turning down the easy plea and standing by your values12:00 – The Mob, the Gun, the Mirror: Surviving extortion and confronting your moral drift16:00 – Indictment & Advocacy: Choosing transparency with federal prosecutors over plea-bargain fame20:00 – Betting on a Story: From a 10-copy book launch to winning Aaron Sorkin's Hollywood trust24:00 – From Courtroom to Red Carpet: The surreal leap from sentencing hearing to Oscar buzz28:00 – True Jackpot: Family: Defying 1% IVF odds to welcome daughter Fiona33:00 – Closing Hand: Your Next Chapter: Molly's challenge to turn every setback into a comebackNotable Quotes“I just remember making a promise to the universe: I will never abandon my values, my family, or myself ever again.” Molly Bloom“If you're unwilling to take another bold risk after a bad beat, you'll stay right where you are.” Molly Bloom“There's a freedom in losing everything—because then you can't be anyone but who you really are.” Molly Bloom“I met Aaron Sorkin by betting on the best horse in Hollywood, even when my own book had sold ten copies.” Molly BloomValuable ResourcesMolly's Game (Aaron Sorkin, 2017) & Molly's Game memoir by Molly BloomKey TakeawaysIntegrity Pays Dividends: Choosing values over easy outs—even under federal indictment—builds lifelong credibility.Leverage Athletic Grit: The discipline that wins races can also power comebacks after personal and professional collapse.Build Your Village: Sustainable success requires support: mentors, family, hired help, and radical self-care.Own Your Story: When life derails you, the only way forward is to become the author of your own narrative.Bet on Yourself: Even if your first “hand” flops (book sales, legal battles), bold risks can unlock game-changing opportunities.Redefine the Jackpot: True victory lies not in money or fame, but in resilience, relationships, and the chance to start anew.Tune in for more wisdom from Molly's journey—and get ready to play your next hand with courage and conviction.Connect with Dwayne KerriganFacebookInstagram

The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the nuanced examination of the film "The American President," a cinematic work that intertwines romance with political drama. We delve into the complexities of the film's narrative, discussing its portrayal of a widowed U.S. President engaging in an illicit relationship with an environmental lobbyist. This film, penned by the esteemed Aaron Sorkin and directed by Rob Reiner, raises pertinent questions about the intersection of personal and political lives in the public sphere. Throughout our discourse, we reflect on the implications of the evolving political landscape, noting how contemporary events render certain scenarios less awkward than they may have appeared at the time of the film's release. The episode culminates in a critical analysis of the film's strengths and limitations, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of its significance in both cinematic and political contexts.Support us:https://www.patreon.com/whatsourverdictEmail us: hosts@whatsourverdict.comFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatsourverdictTwitter: @whatsourverdictInstagram: @whatsourverdictYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC-K_E-ofs3b85BnoU4R6liAVisit us:www.whatsourverdict.com

Corbin and Matt talk about THE SOCIAL NETWORK, David Fincher's (And also Aaron Sorkin's) parable about the fouding of Facebook and the terrible dream of what felt like was coming next. Topics include: capital and moral hazard, the Winkelvosses and Eduardo, the movie's make believe version of Zuckerberg, Fincher setting the palate for the future by accident, and a bunch of other stuff. I dont know if you can see but this episode is very long. Corbin recc. Ellis recc. Next episode is about "Certified Copy." Have a good day!

The timeline of Aaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM is getting further and further into the 2012 presidential election... so it only makes sense that Season 2 Episode 6 ("One Step Too Many") is the horniest episode yet! We catch up on some shocking developments in the "Genoa tip," and find out the true meaning of "discretionary time." PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/640-time-part-16-134860722

In this riveting first installment, Dwayne sits down with Molly Bloom, they trace her journey from a straight-A student and elite mogul skier—who overcame major spinal surgery—to California, where an identity crisis set her on an unexpected path into the world of high-stakes underground poker. Along the way, Molly reflects on the powerful roles family dynamics, honesty, and courage have played in her life. She shares how the pivotal “20 Seconds of Courage” mindset transformed her decision-making, and reveals how meticulous attention to sensory details and genuine empathy— “effective presence”—became the secret sauce that elevated her from server to sought-after host of billionaire poker tables. Molly also imparts hard-won lessons in resilience, parenting, and emotional intelligence, including techniques like cognitive reappraisal and value inventories that anyone can apply to amplify personal and professional success.Time Stamps:00:00 – Opening Hand: From Olympic Moguls to Underground Poker01:30 – The Truth Deal: Scoliosis Surgery, Law School & Reclaiming Honesty04:00 – Identity All-In: Chasing Warmth After a Career-Defining Fall07:00 – First Hand Played: How “Tip Molly” Became the Table's Secret Weapon09:30 – Family Face-Off: Lessons from a Stern Father & Compassionate Mother13:00 – Parenting Like a Pro: Building Resilience in Your Kids19:00 – The 20-Second Bet: A Simple Hack for Courageous Action23:00 – Rock-Bottom Royal Flush: Freedom Found in Failure25:30 – Service Mastery: Elevating the Guest Experience at Billionaire Tables30:00 – Emotional Footprint: The Art of “Effective Presence”36:00 – Empathy Unlocked: Navigating Easy vs. Hard Connections41:30 – Sensory High-Stakes: Designing Unforgettable, Multi-Sense Experiences49:00 – Outsider's Edge: Creativity & Loyalty from the Poker Fringe54:00 – Part 2 Tease: Scaling Empires, Legal Battles & ReinventionNotable Quotes“If you're asking how I went from a straight-A student and elite athlete to running an underground crime syndicate, yeah, there's some causes and conditions there.” Molly Bloom“People are going to forget what you said and what you did. They're not going to forget the way you made them feel.” Dwayne Kerrigan“20 seconds of courage. That's all it takes to send the email that changes your career.” Molly BloonValuable ResourcesFilm & Memoir: Molly's Game (movie by Aaron Sorkin) & Molly's Game memoir by Molly BloomEmotional Intelligence: Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence; research on the “emotional footprint” meta-analysisMindfulness & Reappraisal: Byron Katie's Loving What Is; practice journals for cognitive reappraisal (“What else could this mean?”)Risk & Courage: Brené Brown's work on vulnerability; prompts for “20 seconds of courage” challengesKey TakeawaysInventory Your Values: Write down who you want to be, how you want to treat people, and then audit your behavior regularly.Practice 20 Seconds of Courage: Before fear spins you out, commit just 20 seconds to take the leap—send the ask, make the call, pitch the idea.Cultivate Effective Presence: Focus on the emotional footprint you leave: genuine curiosity, empathetic listening (“listening to discover”), and small acts of service.Use Cognitive Reappraisal: When conflict arises, reframe instantly (“What else could this mean?”) to defuse negativity and maintain inner calm.Design for All Senses: In any client-facing situation—from podcasts to boardrooms—mind...

Eric, Jeff, Sheek, Styles and Jadakiss got together in Yonkers to break down The Social Network, the 2010 American biographical drama film portraying the founding of the social networking website Facebook and its founder Mark Zuckerberg, directed by David Fincher, written by Aaron Sorkin, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer and Max Minghella. We discuss the impact of social media, what makes "genius," how file sharing changed the music business, what billionaires we trust, if "The Social Network" is the film of our generation, whether it matters that there's creative license in a film like this and much more! PLUS: Sheek listens to ItsTheReal, Pumpkleta and The Adventures of Karate Man!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're EXPLODING with movie news! Denis Villeneuve tackling James Bond? YES, PLEASE! Doug Liman taking on Stephen King's “The Stand?” We're in! And HOLD ON... Jon Bernthal is BACK as The Punisher in Spider-Man: Brand New Day alongside Tom Holland. PLUS: Kim K as a Bratz villain?! A *”Social Network” sequel from Aaron Sorkin?! A new “Harold & Kumar” adventure?! Clayface cast in the DCU?! And a TRUCKLOAD of trailers for “The Naked Gun,” “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,” “Weapons,” “The Strangers: Chapter 2,” “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” and the Channing Tatum-starring *”Roofman!” Join us for all this and more in this latest episode of Back to the Blockbuster.

Sean and Amanda start the show by reacting to two huge news headlines from this week, with Denis Villeneuve set to direct the next James Bond film and Aaron Sorkin set to write and direct a sequel to ‘The Social Network' (1:38). Then, they get behind the steering wheel to discuss Joseph Kosinski's highly anticipated action blockbuster ‘F1,' starring Brad Pitt. They talk about how the electrifying filmmaking displayed throughout the racing scenes makes the film worth the price of admission, acknowledge some of its noticeable flaws, and hypothesize whether or not it will perform well at the box office (23:00). Later, Sean is joined by Kosinski, who discusses why this was the most difficult shooting environment he's ever experienced, how he feels about the major studios' relationship to the theatrical experience at large, and much more (1:12:26). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guest: Joseph Kosinski Producer: Jack Sanders This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While Trump and his administration are the ones politicizing the rule of the law, ignoring due process, and annihilating democratic norms, it's Republicans leaders saying and doing nothing in response that poses a bigger threat to our country and democracy. Meanwhile, when it comes to the Middle East, we don't know who Trump is talking to—or listening to. Plus, when Bush 43, McCain, and Jeb pushed for immigration reform, the romantic idealism of Aaron Sorkin, and the sounds of kids and dogs.  (An unfiltered) Nicolle Wallace joins Tim Miller. show notes Nicolle's new pod, 'The Best People' Matt Gaetz arguing with his mom via text *Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/BULWARK

Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we're revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30 Rock? In this episode we meet the man who created the laugh track, which originated as a homemade piece of technology, and trace that technology's fall and the rise of a more modern idea about humor. With the help of historians, laugh track obsessives, the showrunners of One Day at a Time and the director of Sports Night, this episode asks if the laugh track was about something bigger than laughter. You can read more in Willa's article “The Man Who Perfected the Laugh Track” in Slate. Links and further reading on some of the things we discussed on the show: Interview with Ben Glenn II on the history of the laugh track in McSweeney's See a Charlie Douglas Laff Box on Antiques Roadshow More of Paul Iverson's work restoring laugh tracks and inserting them into new shows The sitcom One Day at a Time Friends without a Laugh Track by Sboss “The Okeh Laughing Record” Tommy Schlamme and Aaron Sorkin's Sports Night This episode was written by Willa Paskin. It was produced and edited by Benjamin Frisch, who also created the episode art. Decoder Ring is produced by Katie Shepherd, Max Freedman, and our supervising producer Evan Chung. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on the Decoder RIng hotline at 347-460-7281. We love to hear any and all of your ideas for the show.  Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we're revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30 Rock? In this episode we meet the man who created the laugh track, which originated as a homemade piece of technology, and trace that technology's fall and the rise of a more modern idea about humor. With the help of historians, laugh track obsessives, the showrunners of One Day at a Time and the director of Sports Night, this episode asks if the laugh track was about something bigger than laughter. You can read more in Willa's article “The Man Who Perfected the Laugh Track” in Slate. Links and further reading on some of the things we discussed on the show: Interview with Ben Glenn II on the history of the laugh track in McSweeney's See a Charlie Douglas Laff Box on Antiques Roadshow More of Paul Iverson's work restoring laugh tracks and inserting them into new shows The sitcom One Day at a Time Friends without a Laugh Track by Sboss “The Okeh Laughing Record” Tommy Schlamme and Aaron Sorkin's Sports Night This episode was written by Willa Paskin. It was produced and edited by Benjamin Frisch, who also created the episode art. Decoder Ring is produced by Katie Shepherd, Max Freedman, and our supervising producer Evan Chung. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on the Decoder RIng hotline at 347-460-7281. We love to hear any and all of your ideas for the show.  Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we're revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30 Rock? In this episode we meet the man who created the laugh track, which originated as a homemade piece of technology, and trace that technology's fall and the rise of a more modern idea about humor. With the help of historians, laugh track obsessives, the showrunners of One Day at a Time and the director of Sports Night, this episode asks if the laugh track was about something bigger than laughter. You can read more in Willa's article “The Man Who Perfected the Laugh Track” in Slate. Links and further reading on some of the things we discussed on the show: Interview with Ben Glenn II on the history of the laugh track in McSweeney's See a Charlie Douglas Laff Box on Antiques Roadshow More of Paul Iverson's work restoring laugh tracks and inserting them into new shows The sitcom One Day at a Time Friends without a Laugh Track by Sboss “The Okeh Laughing Record” Tommy Schlamme and Aaron Sorkin's Sports Night This episode was written by Willa Paskin. It was produced and edited by Benjamin Frisch, who also created the episode art. Decoder Ring is produced by Katie Shepherd, Max Freedman, and our supervising producer Evan Chung. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on the Decoder RIng hotline at 347-460-7281. We love to hear any and all of your ideas for the show.  Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices