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The low-budget horror film ‘Backrooms' is the surprise hit of the summer so far, netting more than $200 million globally in its leap from YouTube to the big screen. But among the film's producers is a Hollywood heavyweight: Peter Chernin. As the former president and COO of News Corp. and chairman and CEO of the Fox Group, Peter greenlit huge hits like “Titanic” and “Avatar,” before moving on to found both North Road and The Chernin Group. Kara and Peter talk about why “Backrooms” appealed to young audiences, how Hollywood has played it too safe over the last decade, and what it needs to do to get back to making the kinds of movies people want to see. They also talk about how AI could impact the movie-making business and why he's not opposed to Paramount's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery.  A note to listeners: This episode was recorded before the Justice Department approved Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery late Friday.  Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes your ideal clients starts to feel less than ideal. Running a personal brand often means that when you grow as a human being, you outgrow the avatar you used to serve. Not everyone will feel the itch to move on, but for those of us that have felt it, what options are there? Y'all […]

This week on the show, we're tackling Replicas (2019), starring the internet's favorite action hero, Keanu Reeves. Joining Stephen and me this week is Megan, adding her voice to the mix as we unpack the questionable science, the corporate conspiracies, and Keanu's peak sci-fi decision-making. It's a family affair discussing a movie about cloning a family. You can't make this stuff up! Brought to you by our friends at Live Bearded. Keep it handsome, geeks! https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS

Nobody expected the second half of the cleric episode to begin with a discussion about wolves conducting hate crimes against coyotes, crows acting as aerial bounty hunters, and the lasting trauma of Game of Thrones season eight. Somehow this naturally transitioned into Pathfinder clerics, giant dragon towers, vampire bat transformations, and a godless revolutionary whose greatest enemy remains organized religion. In hindsight, this was probably the only possible outcome. Show Notes In the second half of our Pathfinder 2e Cleric build series, we advanced our morally questionable holy figures from level 11 all the way to 20. Before we even reached the introduction, however, we somehow found ourselves discussing wolf vendettas, crow conspiracies, Game of Thrones, British pronunciation crimes, and Pulp Fiction-inspired monologues. Naturally, this was exactly the kind of preparation required for high-level clerics. Randall returned with his godless anti-religious war priest, continuing his crusade to dismantle divine authority while simultaneously benefiting from divine magic. The contradictions only made the character stronger. Ash continued building a dragon-obsessed kobold servant of Dahak, leaning heavily into domains, summoning magic, and draconic heritage feats. Tyler doubled down on his undead survival machine, creating a cleric who would rather become increasingly horrifying than ever experience death again. As the builds progressed, the characters became increasingly absurd. Randall evolved into a social revolutionary capable of literally preaching atheism to enemies. Ash transformed into a majestic kobold empowered by dragons and armed with enough fire to solve nearly any problem. Tyler embraced his inner vampire, eventually turning into a bat, draining enemies, and becoming nearly impossible to kill. High-level spells stole much of the spotlight. Summoning dragons, collapsing enemies with Implosion, unleashing Massacre, and transforming into avatars of divine power all showcased just how spectacular Pathfinder's spellcasters become in the late game. Meanwhile, Randall's philosophy remained unchanged: peace is important, and anyone who disagrees can discuss it with the business end of a glaive. By the time we reached level 20, our collection of short kings had somehow become terrifying demigods. None of them were remotely good people, but they were certainly memorable clerics. Key Takeaways Levels 11 through 20 dramatically increase a cleric's power through doctrines, master spellcasting, and powerful class feats. High-rank divine spells provide some of the most cinematic effects in Pathfinder 2e. Harm-focused builds can become incredibly durable through self-healing and defensive feats. Domain spells continue to scale well into the highest levels of play. Heritage feats can dramatically shape a character's identity and capabilities. Avatar provides one of the most flavorful capstone spells available to divine casters. Additional 10th-rank spell slots are difficult to pass up at level 20. Warpriests gain survivability but still lag behind dedicated martial classes in weapon proficiency. Pathfinder 2e offers many ways to support unusual character concepts, including technically illegal godless clerics. Team Fun Size successfully evolved from weird clerics into full-blown nightmares for any GM. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

CS Lewis is mainly seen as either a purveyor of goopy children's literature or a Christian moralist fuddy-duddy. But Lewis' Space Trilogy—fantastic literature for adults, or "philosophical science fiction"—also reveals him as a dystopian prophet in the tradition of Orwell. The first two books in the series, Out of the Silent Planet and Perelandra, are a critique of space imperialism that anticipated the Avatar movies. But the final one, That Hideous Strength, is particularly relevant for our historical moment, as it anticipated rule by fascist tech bros with hubristic visions of remaking (or abolishing) humanity. In Episode 332 of the CounterVortex podcast, Bill Weinberg makes the case that Lewis offered a vital critique of technocracy and "transhumanism" that is now urgently needed, as humanity stands at the cusp of his worst nightmares. Listen on SoundCloud or via Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/countervortex Production by Chris Rywalt We ask listeners to donate just $1 per weekly podcast via Patreon -- or $2 for our new special offer! We now have 60 subscribers. If you appreciate our work, please become Number 61!

Ben Pruitt is back with a Brand New Season of Bending Not Breaking Featuring Co-Hosts from Across the BNB Patreon Community! This Week : Ben is joined by returning Patrons Kelly, Maggie, & Rahul to discuss The Legend of Korra S1E9 : Out of the Past, through the Lens of LEGACY. Follow : @bnb_pod & @thearkofenetwork on Instagram Music : "Searching Endlessly" by nARK Produced By Noah Blanchard Released By The ARK of E Network Send Feedback : thearkofe@gmail.com

Nintendo's stock is getting hammered without a new Mario, Monopoly GO is going all-in on The Simpsons, and Liftoff is back on the public markets. Meanwhile, Xbox finally seems to be doing what it should have done years ago.In this episode, we break down:● Liftoff's IPO and the AppLovin challenge● Monopoly GO's Simpsons mega-event● How Scopely uses IP for reactivation● Apple's crackdown on low-quality apps● Xbox's biggest Summer Showcase in years● Why Xbox is bringing exclusives back● Fable, Gears, Persona 6, and Minecraft Dungeons 2● Nintendo Direct's biggest announcements● The growing mystery of missing Mario● Why Nintendo investors are getting nervous● Paramount's new gaming division● TMNT, Star Trek, Avatar, and Marvel projects● Why Hollywood struggles to make games● The missing mobile strategy at Paramount● Apple IDFA rumors and what they mean for UA● The future of AppLovin, Meta, and Google adsCHAPTERS:01:36 Minecraft Summer Parenting03:22 Quick Correction Bond Sales05:18 Liftoff IPO Breakdown06:41 UA Ecosystem and AppLovin08:37 Private Equity Red Flags10:41 Simpsons Takes Monopoly Go11:53 Why the Crossover Works15:20 UA Reactivation and Celebs19:12 Apple's App Store Purge21:54 Xbox Showcase and Strategy25:57 Xbox Margin Unlock26:38 Platform Strategy Risks27:29 Minecraft Sales Reality28:30 Nintendo Direct Highlights30:42 Where Is 3D Mario36:12 Paramount Games Revealed38:17 Execution Over Press41:48 Mobile Missing Piece43:19 IDFA Rumor Rant46:20 If IDFA Returned48:10 Rumor Season Noise50:24 Closing The Episode

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Paramount just canceled the ATLA RPG -- yeah that big-budget open-world action RPG set thousands of years before the original series with a brand-new Avatar got the axe before it even left early pre-production after Saber Interactive poured years into it. The Skydance merger suits apparently looked at the project, shrugged, and killed it dead while Iroh voice actor Greg Baldwin straight-up called the execs "straight up evil" for flushing another Avatar project down the toilet -- because nothing says "we respect the lore" like hyping a game at announcements and then ghosting fans two years later with zero explanation. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #News #Podcast #FYP #Shorts #ATLARPG #AvatarRPG #ATLA #AvatarTheLastAirbender #AvatarGameCanceled #ParamountGames #SaberInteractive #RPGFail #AvatarDrama Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

► Agenda FGC et réseaux sociaux : linktr.ee/kahikusu► Bluesky : https://bsky.app/profile/kahikusu.bsky.social► https://twitter.com/kahikusu► https://twitter.com/M4rtelus► https://twitter.com/Naudno77► https://twitter.com/iamarktall---------------------------------------------------------------Chapitrage0:00 Intro5:06 Agenda FGC10:43 Résultats de la semaine15:06 Arrivée de l'équipe16:52 Prix et date pour le stick arcade officiel PlayStation FlexStrike20:02 PlayStation donne des nouvelles de ses écrans 24:58 Les enceintes PlayStation pour cette année26:26 Une version PC du Beastbox de Daigo 27:27 Nouvelle Asus Rog Xbox Ally X2020:50 Nvidia présente le DLSS 4.537:00 AMD se lance dans le retrogaming avec la M64 (N64 FPGA)43:18 AMD lance la nouvelle carte graphique RX 9070 GRE50:10 Le reste de l'équipe arrive58:34 Rivals of Aether 2 modifie ses Battle Pass1:00:14 SEGA dépose Virtua Fighter Crossover 1:01:18 Les premiers Strikes suite au leak de Virtua Fighter 1:02:22 Jojo Bizarre Adventure certifié au Brésil1:04:24 Des nouvelles de Melty Blood datées1:05:20 Avatar repoussé mais propose une nouvelle bêta1:07:25 Invincible VS se met à jour pile avant l'EVO1:10:28 Un nouveau jeu sera présenté par Arc System Works (Director's Cut)1:14:15 Trailer de Senna dans 2XKO1:19:27 Trailer surprise de Thresh dans 2XKO 1:26:00 TEKKEN 8 se sépare d'un nouveau cadre 1:31:51 Harada donne de bonnes nouvelles pour son studio1:35:48 Un petit manga pour Fatal Fury COTW1:36:27 L'EWC mise beaucoup sur la France1:38:44 Soutenez votre média Versus Fighting 1:40:07 Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls annonce 3 personnages1:53:20 SF6 célèbre sa 3ème année1:55:12 MenaRD rejoint la Street Fighter League Japan2:00:48 Sujet - Où sont les joueurs de SF6, consoles ou PC ? répartition des joueurs consoles et PC2:29:27 Une scène compétitive en avance ou en retard ?2:39:10 Le succès de SF6 ne faiblit pas après 3 ans 3:06:06 Les rendez-vous du week-end3:08:18 Fin de l'émission

We're back with some hot topics in GTM!This week we discuss something that's been on everyone's mind lately: AI token and credit spend. How do you choose the right tool and model for the job? Do you *really* need AI for that deterministic workflow?Then we test Hubspot's AI SDR Avatar and see how things have changed since the last time we reviewed an AI Avatar. Lastly, we plug a great job opportunity… One right here at CS2!We'll see you there.This week: 00:00 Intro01:27 How to manage AI token/credit spend in GTM20:48 Testing Hubspot's AI SDR avatar39:00 CS2's new job openingHear more from us: Subscribe to us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN-x5u0G03LWmU0Ds_4zR8wSubscribe to our newsletter here: https://www.cs2marketing.com/revenue-growth-architects#subscribe-to-newsletterFollow Crissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crveteresaunders/Follow Charlie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliesaunders/

The newcomers talk about their weeks and get into a large amount of fighting game news that includes, Virtua Fighter Crossroads, Avatar, Tokon, 2XKO, and Street Fighter 6

The team discuss what niche hobby or activity they could go to the World Championships for - Parallel parking, card throwing, Backgammon and catching oysters in the mouth? Leisel had a shocking moment at the hairdresser yesterday, when the hairdresser shaved the back of her neck and then kept going down, shaving her back! She never knew she had a hairy back - someone call the authorities, bigfoot has been found! The team run through their Worst Movies Podium. Avatar, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood & Star Trek all top the lists! With a special surprise sporting guest, Liam brings in his brother to talk all things Australian Open Lawn Bowls. Spida is fascinated, until he starts talking about his upcoming travel. His granddaughter has some demands, which mean airport humiliation for the big fella. How does he walk through the airport with a metre tall stuffed unicorn?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My family has known Maria for 30 years.  I recently did a few portraits of her when I thought what can I do with these other than post them on Instagram and Facebook.  For a long time I have been watching and listening to Platon a world famous photographer who talks from the heart with deep interest to his sisters he's photographing.  For me, Platon is incredibly motivating.  Since, I have a photojournalism background I decided to interview Maria.  She is a selfless person with a deep personal life story of perseverance , struggle and grace.  I think you'll find this a deeply emotional interview.  It's not meant to be political statement rather a life story of an incredible woman. Send us Fan MailThank you for listening and help me grow this channel.  Have a great day.  Many of the photographs I talk about here are on Facebook: Brad Armstrong the Avatar picture is my wife and I with Smokey the Bear,  Instagram @ shade_image / commercial and editorial portraits Instagram @ barmst360 

Welcome to Blerd Watchers! ThePopBreak.com's monthly podcast about TV shows with a Blerdy twist! Come hang out with Courtney & Marshall, two married Blerds, as they navigate all the dopeness on TV and share insights and opinions on the monthly show topics!Fresh off the celebrations of Courtney's birthday, she and Marshall return with plenty of news and rumours to discuss! From Alan Ritchman expanding his footprint at Amazon, to the return of a hidden gem anime, the duo cover all the news you need to know this month!  From there, its snap trailer reaction time, as they cover the run-down of trailers that have been released since they last recorded. These include, X-men: '97, Avatar the Last Airbender, Lanterns and more! Turning the page on those, the couple then gets into wrapping up the Boys for the final time, reviewing s5 and giving their lasting thoughts on a great show and THAT finale! They then review Punisher: One Last Kill-a Disney+ one shot that lets us know what Frank Castle has been up to, before telling you why you NEED to be watching Man on Fire on Netflix! Finally, a blast from the past returns in the form of Bloodhounds on Netflix, the first season of which Courtney and Marshall finally finished. 

¡Bienvenido/a al canal de Vástago! "Nos apasiona compartir el amor de Dios y su Palabra con el mundo.¡Suscríbete y únete a nuestra familia virtual para crecer juntos en la fe y marcar la diferencia en nuestro entorno!".Te invitamos a seguirnos en nuestras redes sociales:Vástago Church:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vastagochurch/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vastagochurchprPastor Josue Quezada:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josuequezadaa/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josuequezadaa------------Para dar una aportacion generosa o algún donativo puede hacerlo travez:- Ath Movil Business: [Iglesiavastago]- Pay Pal: [Vastagochurch]------------Te invitamos a conectar con la vida de nuestra iglesia y descubrir todo lo que tenemos para ofrecerte. No olvides acceder al enlace y descargar nuestra aplicación para tener acceso completo a todas nuestras funciones y servicios - https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/pages/homeEn nuestra aplicación, encontrarás: - Calendario: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=month- Ofrenda y Diezma: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/giving- Grupos pequeños: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/groups

Nouveaux pilotes, un brin déjantés, à bord de la Libre Antenne sur RMC ! Jean-Christophe Drouet et Julien Cazarre prennent le relais. Après les grands matchs, quand la lumière reste allumée pour les vrais passionnés, place à la Libre Antenne : un espace à part, entre passion, humour et dérision, débats enflammés, franc-parler et second degré. Un rendez-vous nocturne à la Cazarre, où l'on parle foot bien sûr, mais aussi mauvaise foi, vannes, imitations et grands moments de radio imprévisibles !

La création des Na'vis à la peau bleue remonte à l'époque où James Cameron n'était encore qu'un gamin. Tout part d'un rêve mais pas le sien... Celui de sa maman ! Dans "Ah Ouais ?", Florian Gazan répond en une minute chrono à toutes les questions essentielles, existentielles, parfois complètement absurdes, qui vous traversent la tête. Un podcast RTL Originals.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Join the vassals Adam (drownedsnow) and Kevin (Nuncle Kevin) as they discuss season 2 of the HBO Max show “The Pitt”. Hosts: Adam (drownedsnow) and Kevin (Nuncle Kevin). Spoilers: Season 1 and 2 of The Pitt as well as some … Continue reading →

We each offer our top 5 high-hopes (or bottom 5 low-hopes?) for bad things we think Netflix's Live-Action Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 may do.Chris: @objective_geek Shawn: @ShawnSchaller, ShawnSchaller.comFacebook: facebook.com/AvatarTheLastPodcasters/Also, you can now connect directly with the show on Instagram and Twitter, @last_podcasters#AvatarTheLastAirbender #AvatarStudios #ParamountPlus #Netflix #Nickelodeon #LegendofKorra #Viacom #Paramount

Str8 Boomin Podcast Ep. 47: “Spit Fire”We're turning the heat all the way up for Episode 47 of the Str8 Boomin Podcast. This week, the cast jumps into a packed lineup of anime, gaming, and culture topics — starting with X-Men '97 and why the series still has fans talking.Then we get into the wild ending of Devil May Cry Season 2, Capcom's future, and whether the company is about to bring back major reboots for Resident Evil and Devil May Cry. We also ask the big question: Can Capcom finally make Mega Man a household staple again?The conversation shifts into gaming with the new Avatar fighting game, what it could mean for fans, and whether it has real potential or just hype.And of course, we couldn't leave without touching on the chaos surrounding the Supa Hot Fire vs. Ray J boxing match, which is now reportedly being investigated.Tap in with the squad for another high-energy Spit Fire episode full of anime talk, gaming debates, hip-hop culture, and unfiltered reactions.Like, comment, and subscribe for more Str8 Boomin Podcast episodes.

HOUR 2- Jake's Laundry, Blue Sharpie Avatar and MORE full 2141 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:41:00 +0000 AeZ9qH7lzeDvFLCpzoBSePtBFBtNdhnl society & culture Klein/Ally Show: The Podcast society & culture HOUR 2- Jake's Laundry, Blue Sharpie Avatar and MORE Klein.Ally.Show on KROQ is more than just a "dynamic, irreverent morning radio show that mixes humor, pop culture, and unpredictable conversation with a heavy dose of realness." (but thanks for that quote anyway). Hosted by Klein, Ally, and a cast of weirdos (both on the team and from their audience), the show is known for its raw, offbeat style, offering a mix of sarcastic banter, candid interviews, and an unfiltered take on everything from culture to the chaos of everyday life. With a loyal, engaged fanbase and an addiction for pushing boundaries, the show delivers the perfect blend of humor and insight, all while keeping things fun, fresh, and sometimes a little bit illegal. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?fee

0:00 No More Brain Cells5:00 We're Gonna Talk About Music For Awhile14:40 Fine We'll Talk About Yesterday's State of Play24:10 Ill Would Be Great in VR (so TELL THEM!)50:40 The Future Will Be 3 Ways To Play Every Game56:10 May's Top Downloads1:06:14 Four Minute Challenge1:25:47 A Conversation about Backwards Compatibility

You think you know who your avatar is. You're probably wrong.Not because you haven't thought about it. Not because you lack experience or expertise. But because most coaches are describing their avatar from the top of the mountain, in language that makes total sense to them and zero sense to the person at the base.That is the avatar problem. And it is not the avatar's problem. It's yours.In this episode, Adam and Jess are naming the thing that sits underneath every marketing frustration, every slow launch, every "I don't know why this isn't working" moment in a coaching business. If you are not getting enough clients, your avatar clarity is almost certainly part of the reason. It's not the only variable, but it is the one that makes every other variable harder to fix.The avatar problem shows up in a few specific ways. Some coaches have it because they are trying to speak to everyone and therefore speaking to no one. Some coaches have it because they have built their messaging around a job title or industry rather than a lived problem they have actually solved. And some coaches have it because they are so deep in the expertise of their niche that they've lost the ability to speak in the language of someone who hasn't arrived there yet.Adam and Jess have had every version of this problem themselves. The challenge was called the "10K Coaching Offer Challenge" for years. The intensive was the "Quarter Million Coach Intensive." Both were named for an old version of an old avatar, built around aspirational income language that made sense to them and filtered out the exact coach who needed them most. When they ran their own positioning through the Maslow Mountain filter, they renamed both. Not because the content changed. Because the avatar did.IN THIS EPISODE: - Why "if you don't have enough clients, you might have an avatar problem" is the fastest self-diagnostic you can run right now- The Rory Vaden principle that actually defines who you are built to serve (and it has nothing to do with credentials or certifications)- Why the specialist always beats the generalist, and the cardiac surgeon story that makes it click permanently- The two ways coaches speak about their avatar publicly, and why only one of them generates referrals- Adam's 30-year-old tennis evaluation sheet and the moment he realized he should have been coaching serves, not tennis- The relevance pitch framework, what it is and why "internal niche, external relevant" is the rule that ends the verbal vomit problem- What happened to the challenge participant who walked in with a five-minute monologue and walked out with a six-word sentence- Why imposter syndrome, silo-building, and unclear avatar language are the exact same problem wearing three different outfits- How Adam and Jess renamed both their challenge and their intensive after running their own language through the Maslow filterTHE BIG IDEA: Your avatar is not defined by who you want to serve. It is defined by who you are actually built to serve, the person walking the path you have already walked. The coach who gets clear on that stops chasing clients and starts attracting them. But here is the part most coaches skip: your language for that avatar cannot come from the top of the mountain. You have to climb back down, remember what it felt like to stand at the base, and speak from there.MEMORABLE LINES FROM THIS EPISODE: "The avatar problem is not the avatar's problem. You have an avatar problem because you don't know specifically what you solve.""We don't want you to appeal to the masses. Do not appeal to the masses. We want you to appeal to a very small subset of the masses because you are a specialist in this space.""Internal niche, external relevant. That's the key.""I can't tell you the majority of the nurses that were in my son's NICU room, but you bet your bottom dollar I can name first and last name the doctor who did my son's heart surgery.""The worst language that we hear comes from the people who build in a silo the most."YOUR ONE THING THIS WEEK: Run the two-question self-diagnostic. First: do you have enough clients? If the answer is no, your avatar language is worth a hard look. Second: take your current way of describing what you do and read it out loud to someone who has no context for your niche. If they look confused, ask more questions, or go quiet, that is not engagement. That is polite disengagement. Start there. Simpler, cleaner, more specific to the problem. Not to the credential. Not to the methodology. The problem.CONNECT WITH ADAM AND JESS: If this one hit close to home, come find us at ilovecoachingco.com. That is where our upcoming events live, where the community is, and where you can connect with us directly. If you are ready to stop building alone and start getting real feedback on your avatar and your offer, the Sellable Offer Challenge is the place to start. ilovecoachingco.com/challenge If you know a coach who keeps saying their marketing isn't working but can't explain who they help in one clear sentence, send them this one. That is exactly who this episode is for.Follow the show: @ilovecoachingco on Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and FacebookKEY THEMES: - Avatar clarity as a business diagnostic, not a branding exercise- Maslow's Mountain as a positioning filter- Specialist vs. generalist in coaching- Relevance pitch: internal niche, external relevance- Lived experience as the foundation of authority- Silo-building and its relationship to imposter syndrome- Public language vs. enrollment language for coaches- Feedback as a competitive advantage in offer development

Vincent Message est un écrivain bien connu mais j'étais passé totalement à coté. Son dernier roman, La folie océan, plonge dans les entrailles d'une mer qu'on croit connaître et qu'on ignore presque totalement.Mais je me suis surtout intéressé à Vincent pour son roman Défaite des maîtres et possesseurs, dont le pitch m'a vraiment intéressé. imaginez un monde où une espèce supérieure traite les humains exactement comme nous traitons les animaux d'élevage c'est à dire des humains en ferme et domestiqués mais qui vont également à l'abattoir. C'est un miroir tendu vers nos propres comportements et ce qui m'a frappé chez Vincent, c'est sa capacité à porter des convictions profondes sur l'écologie et la cause animale tout en refusant absolument la caricature. Ses romans sont des espaces où la complexité du monde trouve une forme littéraire.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de la mécanique des bonnes histoires, de ce que ça fait à un auteur de se décentrer radicalement, de la dystopie devenue un genre mainstream parce que notre réalité l'est devenue, de la violence ordinaire au travail, de l'IA comme outil et comme menace silencieuse, et de cette question qui m'obsède : qu'est-ce qui nous donne encore envie du futur ?J'ai questionné Vincent sur son rapport à la joie, sur les limites planétaires, sur le biocentrisme comme seule réponse rationnelle à la crise, et sur ce que la fiction peut faire que l'essai ne fera jamais.Citations marquantes"C'est de notre vivant qu'on a franchi sept des neuf limites planétaires. C'est de notre vivant que la croissance de la population humaine se met à accentuer de façon dramatique la finitude des ressources.""On a fait de cette Terre, pour les animaux, un enfer permanent, quotidien, de leur naissance à leur mort.""La dystopie est devenue mainstream. Et ça en dit long sur la manière dont notre réalité elle-même est devenue dystopique dans ce laps de temps.""Chaque fois que tu demandes à une IA au lieu d'un ami, tu rates une occasion de renforcer ton bien-être émotionnel.""Ce à quoi il faut claquer la porte, c'est l'anthropocentrisme. Si nous n'agissons que dans les intérêts humains de court terme, des fractions les plus aisées de la population mondiale, on va vraiment droit dans le mur."Idées centrales discutées 1. Le décentrage comme outil éthique fondamental ~0:11:35 – 0:17:26 Dans Défaite des maîtres et possesseurs, Vincent inverse les rôles : une espèce supérieure domine les humains exactement comme nous dominons les animaux. Ce n'est pas un gimmick de SF. C'est une expérience de pensée héritée du XVIIIe siècle — le Huron chez Voltaire, Gulliver chez Swift — qui force le lecteur à voir ses propres comportements depuis l'extérieur. Se décentrer, c'est la condition pour remettre en question des systèmes qu'on ne questionne plus parce qu'on les habite.2. La dystopie est devenue mainstream parce que notre réalité l'est ~0:07:11 – 0:11:35 En 2016, l'éditeur de Vincent refusait le mot "dystopie" car personne ne comprenait ce que ça voulait dire. Dix ans plus tard, c'est une catégorie sur toutes les plateformes. Cette banalisation dit quelque chose de profond sur notre perception collective du futur : on fait face à plusieurs menaces existentielles simultanées — crise écologique, risque nucléaire, algorithmes — et la fiction dystopique en est devenue le langage naturel.3. La biomasse comme chiffre qui change tout ~0:25:13 – 0:26:22 60% de la biomasse des mammifères : animaux d'élevage. 35% : humains. 5% : mammifères sauvages. En quelques décennies, on a remplacé la faune sauvage par des animaux au service de notre alimentation. Et la masse anthropogénique (tout ce qu'on a construit) pèse désormais plus lourd que toute la biomasse du vivant. Deux chiffres qui décrivent une planète fondamentalement reconfigurée.4. La violence ordinaire est aussi réelle que la violence visible ~0:41:xx – 1:05:40 Vincent explore deux registres de violence : la violence physique et visible (l'abattoir, les animaux) et la violence insidieuse du quotidien professionnel (harcèlement managérial, perte de sens, spirale du burn-out). Les deux laissent des traces. Et les deux trouvent leur expression dans ses romans.5. L'IA : outil précieux et déshumanisation silencieuse ~0:56:06 – 1:01:34 Vincent distingue l'usage raisonné de l'IA (documentation, déblocage d'un premier draft) et ce qui l'inquiète : les IA présentées comme des "amis toujours disponibles". Chaque demande faite à une IA plutôt qu'à un ami rate une occasion de renforcer un lien humain. Sur fond de solitude croissante, c'est une forme de déshumanisation lente et consentie.6. La joie comme condition de l'action écologique ~1:10:53 – 1:13:01 La phrase de Deleuze — "le système nouveau triste, il faut être joyeux pour lui résister" — structure la vision de Vincent. Cette joie ne vient pas d'un optimisme naïf, mais de l'apprentissage, de la curiosité maintenue, de l'action collective. Comprendre la crise écologique, c'est aussi découvrir l'incroyable complexité du vivant. Et ça, c'est une source de joie réelle.7. Le biocentrisme : seul anthropocentrisme rationnel ~1:13:44 – 1:16:41 Accorder de la valeur aux forêts, aux océans, aux animaux, c'est juste en soi — ils ont un droit à exister. Mais c'est aussi la seule stratégie rationnelle pour garantir que des sociétés humaines survivent dans 500 ans. Le biocentrisme, même vu de façon cynique, est un anthropocentrisme de long terme.Questions posées dans l'interviewQu'est-ce qui t'a emmené à la littérature, alors que tu aurais pu emprunter une autre voie après Normal Sup ?Quels sont les meilleurs romans jamais écrits selon toi, et pourquoi ?C'est quoi les clés d'une bonne histoire — ce qui fait qu'on ne peut pas s'arrêter de lire ?La dystopie est devenue un genre mainstream. Est-ce que ça dit quelque chose sur notre époque ?Comment tu vois le film Avatar — utopie, dystopie, les deux ?Dans Défaite des maîtres et possesseurs, tu crées un décentrage total. Qu'est-ce que ça t'a fait de te mettre dans cette position en tant qu'auteur et en tant qu'humain ?Comment, avec des convictions aussi fortes sur l'écologie, tu arrives à avoir de la nuance dans tes romans ?Ton dernier roman porte sur l'océan. Pourquoi ce monde-là spécifiquement ?Est-ce que tu dois toujours expérimenter le monde que tu décris, ou la documentation suffit ?Comment tu vis l'arrivée de l'IA en tant qu'auteur — outil utile ou menace ?Références citées dans l'épisodeLivresLes Frères Karamazov — Fiodor Dostoïevski | Choc littéraire à 18 ans, admiration pour l'imprévisibilité des personnages | ~0:03:xxL'Homme sans qualités — Robert Musil | Fresque de Vienne en 1913, modernité technoscientifique et malaise social | ~0:03:xxDéfaite des maîtres et possesseurs — Vincent Message (2016) | Dystopie animaliste, point de vue non humain | ~0:07:11Les Veilleurs — Vincent Message | Premier roman, 630 pages, "livre monde" | ~0:29:59Cora dans la spirale — Vincent Message | Violence ordinaire au travail, monde de l'assurance | ~1:01:34Les années sans soleil — Vincent Message (2022) | Confinement Covid, isolement géographique | ~0:45:37La folie océan — Vincent Message | Pêche et vie marine en Bretagne nord | ~0:32:42Du côté de chez Swann — Marcel Proust (1913) | Cité pour le paradoxe du format long dans une époque "pressée" | ~0:55:31Le Décaméron — Giovanni Boccaccio | Littérature d'épidémie, modèle de livre-témoin | ~0:48:16Le cerveau funambule — Jean-Pierre Lachaud | Recommandé pour comprendre notre rapport aux objets et à l'attention | ~0:51:36Films / SériesAvatar — James Cameron | Utopie frictionelle, guerre de civilisation, fantasme de changement de corps | ~0:08:46La Planète des singes | Comparé à Défaite des maîtres, jugé moins radical dans le décentrage | ~0:17:26Black Mirror | Principe du "et si" : faire bouger un seul élément et observer les conséquences | ~0:30:23Références scientifiques et intellectuellesÉtude Institut Weizmann, Nature (2020) | Masse anthropogénique > biomasse totale du vivant | ~0:23:38L214 | Vidéos d'abattoirs sorties en 2016, concomitantes avec la sortie de Défaite des maîtres | ~0:19:53Gilles Deleuze / Baruch Spinoza | "Le système nouveau triste, il faut être joyeux pour lui résister" | ~1:11:11Marie Peuzet | Clinicienne spécialiste de la souffrance au travail | ~1:03:xxRené Descartes | "Maître et possesseur de la nature" — formule reprise dans le titre du roman | ~1:07:21Timestamps clés 0:00:00 — Introduction : et si on pouvait à nouveau se réjouir du futur ? Présentation de Vincent Message, de VLAN et des thèmes de l'épisode : domination, fiction, violence, biocentrisme.0:02:29 — Pourquoi la littérature : écrire depuis l'enfance Vincent écrivait dès 7-8 ans. Ses études littéraires n'ont pas précédé l'envie d'écrire — elles l'ont approfondie. Il voulait "passer dans les coulisses" du tour de magie.0:04:55 — Les clés d'une bonne histoire Une bonne histoire place le protagoniste dans la pire situation possible, crée une tension électrique, et force le lecteur à se demander : qu'est-ce que je ferais à sa place ?0:07:11 — "Défaite des maîtres et possesseurs" : genèse d'une dystopie Un monde où les humains sont élevés, domestiqués, mangés. Pas de la SF classique : une expérience de pensée sur la cause animale, paradoxalement presque sans animaux.0:12:41 — Le voyage en Inde qui a tout déclenché Inde 2014, puis Camargue : la catégorisation arbitraire des animaux (aimés, adulés, écrasés) comme déclencheur du projet littéraire.0:17:45 — Écrire depuis un point de vue non humain La singularité du livre : le narrateur n'est pas humain. Il observe l'humanité de l'extérieur, comme un ethnographe découvrant une société étrange.0:23:38 — Les chiffres qui font basculer la perspective Masse anthropogénique > biomasse du vivant. 60% des mammifères sont des animaux d'élevage. 5% seulement sont sauvages.0:32:42 — "La folie océan" : pourquoi l'océan ? La plongée sous-marine comme expérience de décentrement. Un litre d'eau contient des millions d'organismes invisibles. Un monde qu'on soupçonnait à peine.0:49:59 — IA et écriture : outil ou menace ? Une boîte physique pour enfermer son téléphone. L'IA utile pour documenter, inquiétante quand elle prétend remplacer les relations humaines.1:05:50 — Ce qui donne envie du futur La modernité a apporté des conditions de vie inégalées en 300 000 ans. La mission écologique redonne un sens collectif à l'action. La lucidité avec l'élan.1:11:11 — La joie comme arme politique Deleuze / Spinoza : on ne résiste pas à un système triste en étant triste. Curiosité, apprentissage, création : sources réelles de joie face à la crise.1:13:44 — VLAN : claquer la porte à l'anthropocentrisme Le message final de Vincent : ouvrir la porte au biocentrisme. Pas par idéalisme — par calcul rationnel de survie à long terme. Suggestion d'autres épisodes à écouter : #361 L'ADN environnemental révolutionne la science avec Alain Damasio et Benjamin Allegrini (https://audmns.com/YqGUonE) Vlan #74 La science fiction permet réellement de définir le futur avec Guy Philippe Goldstein (https://audmns.com/WFkwZGg) #377 Pourquoi l'avenir appartient aux sociétés solidaires? Avec Pablo Servigne (partie 1) (https://audmns.com/WMxgIMf)Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ozzy Osbourne may be coming back as an AI avatar, and the idea has everyone asking a very uncomfortable question: Is this a meaningful tribute, or has the rock legacy machine gone too far? This one gets into,  fan connection, holograms, grief, voice cloning, and the future of dead rock stars in the AI age. Because once an artist can “talk back,” where do we draw the line between tribute, fantasy, and exploitation? And how does KISS play into all this?Support the showemail Big Rick at:info@rocktalkstudio.com

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Hollywood’s Next Revolution: The Multiverse Vision by Scott Hadley Morgan Eventhorizon.studio About the Guest(s): Scott Hadley Morgan is an award-winning writer, producer, and director with over 30 years of experience in Hollywood. Mentored by industry giants Freddy Fields and Barry London, Scott has penned screenplays for major studios including Silver Pictures, HBO, Paramount, TriStar, and Universal. His works include celebrated projects with influential figures like Don Simpson and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Scott has pioneered the use of next-generation technology in filmmaking, being the first director to use a high-definition camera from NASA. He is now focusing on writing, with his latest works including the book series “One Fish Says to Another Fish.” Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris Voss sits down with Hollywood veteran Scott Hadley Morgan to explore his innovative approach to transforming the entertainment industry. Through his 30-year career, Scott has contributed significantly to major studios and is now channeling his creativity into writing. His upcoming book series, “One Fish Says to Another Fish,” aims to fuse Eastern and Western philosophy in preparation for the AI age, offering insights that are both timeless and ahead of the current entertainment curve. Scott discusses his groundbreaking work in reimagining Hollywood through his Event Horizon Studio, a new multiverse driven by interconnected apps he has developed, known as the “Sling Ring.” By integrating advanced AI and blockchain technologies, Scott seeks to create a new digital ecosystem that expands beyond traditional media. From enhancing audience engagement to providing a counterbalance to AI in Hollywood, Scott’s vision offers investors a pioneering opportunity in the emerging $1.3 trillion ‘Pioneer Cloud’ industry. He outlines how the narrative landscape and media consumption could fundamentally change, inviting investors to be part of this innovative journey. Key Takeaways: Innovative Filmmaking Vision: Scott Morgan is creating a new paradigm in Hollywood with the Event Horizon Studio, integrating next-gen tech to reinvent the industry. The Sling Ring Concept: This innovative app network aims to revolutionize social media and digital presence by creating a “soul” for user profiles that can interact across multiverses. Counterbalance to AI: Scott’s expertise offers a balancing force to the current AI trends in Hollywood, ensuring the preservation of creativity and storytelling. Investor Opportunities: Targeting the $1.3 trillion Pioneer Cloud, Scott’s project invites investors seeking substantial financial and brand engagement returns. Rich Background: With foundational experience in high-definition technology and rich storytelling, Scott blends craft and tech-savvy insight in his new ventures. Notable Quotes: “AI is useful in generating visuals in the background of a game, but there are reasons it will never write the hit screenplays.” “The Sling Ring is an interconnected network of 49 apps, a revolutionary presence for digital engagement reminiscent of Avatar’s soul-saving narrative.” “In Hollywood, nothing exists long if it’s out of balance. I’m bringing the counterbalance to an industry increasingly dominated by AI.” “Each investor is looking at a couple billion dollars a year, driven by innovation in digital ecosystems.” “Your new avatar and social media platform are part of a pioneering cloud, crafting a more enriched experience than any Instagram lifestyle.”

Watch the video version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=An00NNrn6sw We just finished a big Avatar: The Last Airbender Rewatch at the From the Spirit World podcast and I have some takeaways that were different than I thought about Avatar going in! 00:00 – Intro 00:47 – Avatar does hold up and is still one of the all-time greats 02:11 – Book 1 has incredible worldbuilding 03:29 – Book 2 is amazing even before Ba Sing Se 04:21 – Revisiting Book 3 was wild 06:12 – In 2026 the episodes do feel short 07:33 – Katara is an incredible, fascinating, and inconsistent character 08:30 – Kataang is actually really well done 09:50 – Avatar takes the easy way out morally 11:07 – Avatar is very blunt 11:44 – Avatar is better episodically than serialized 12:38 – Ending

This week it's Rex and Craig musing over baseball and music news of the day including:Wander Franco's legal troubles are not over;Shohei Ohtani's amazing year;Fernando Tatis, Jr.'s power outage;NL Central excellence;the Tampa Bay Rays are at it again;the trouble with Minor League BaseballThe age of Avatar Ozzy; andFavorite first quarter 2026 albums.Sources: Sha Be Allah, "SOURCE SPORTS: Immigration Experts Believe Wander Franco's Big League Career Is Finished Despite Dodging Prison," thesource.com, May 27, 2026; Jake Mintz, "What a 29-2 score says about the state of low-level minor-league baseball — and why MLB fans should care," sports.yahoo.com, May 25, 2026; Kory Grow, "Ozzy Osbourne to come back as digital avatar, answer your questions," Rolling Stone (via msn.com), May 22, 2026.Consider supporting Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including those featured in this episode (if any were), through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns.Hooks & Runs - https://hooksandruns.buzzsprout.comEmail: hooksandruns@protonmail.comCraig on Bluesky (@craigest.bsky.social)Rex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/Hosts Emeriti:Andrew Eckhoff on TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@hofffestEric on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ichaboderic/Music: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)   www.premiumbeat.com/artist/ikoliksThis podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2026.

This week we're geeking out about major rebranding, great casting, lanterns and shows with devil in the title for some reason... Andrea Geeking Out Kingdom Come: Deliverance The Punisher The Devil Wears Prada 2   Jonathan Geeking Out  Days Gone Punisher The Green Knight   Cody Geeking Out Devil May Cry  Punisher The Boys   Gaming Playstation owners filing class action lawsuit https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-console-owners-launch-class-action-lawsuit-against-sony-over-tariff-refunds Playstation looking to return to console exclusives https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-is-returning-to-console-exclusives-for-single-player-games XBOX not Xbox https://www.ign.com/articles/xbox-is-apparently-rebranding-to-xbox Take2 CEO says GTA6 is about 18 months behind.  https://www.ign.com/articles/gta-6-release-date-about-18-months-behind-original-target-take-two-boss-reveals-suggesting-spring-2025-was-once-the-goal-internally   Movies James Cameron to make Avatar 4 & 5 Cheaper https://www.ign.com/articles/james-cameron-wants-to-make-avatar-4-and-5-in-half-the-time-and-two-thirds-the-cost-but-will-take-1-year-to-figure-it-out Matt Reeves reveals The BATMAN 2 cast https://www.ign.com/articles/the-batman-part-ii-cast-scarlett-johansson-sebastian-stan https://comicbook.com/movies/news/batman-fans-think-the-batman-part-ii-sec TV Green Lantern Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpVq1inzIjE Ashoka Will Release 2027 https://www.ign.com/articles/star-wars-ahsoka-season-2-wont-arrive-until-early-2027-more-than-3-years-after-season-1 MORE INFO For more Geeks Under Grace: http://www.geeksundergrace.com http://www.twitter.com/geeksundergrace http://www.twitch.tv/geeksundergrace https://geeksundergrace.com/give For more Cody Armour: http://twitter.com/CodyArmour https://www.instagram.com/codyarmour/

In this episode, JP sits down with Michael Avatar, a former Paralympic athlete who set a world record in long jump at the 1996 Atlanta Games. Michael shares his incredible journey from being born with cerebral palsy in Sweden to living pain-free in Thailand, emphasizing the power of a strong mindset. His story is not just about overcoming physical challenges but also about the transformative impact of environment and attitude on personal success. • Discover how Michael's determination led him from a small town in Sweden to the global stage of the Paralympics. • Understand the mindset shifts necessary for achieving seemingly impossible goals, as Michael discusses his journey to becoming a world-record holder. • Learn about the importance of environment in personal well-being and how a move to Thailand changed Michael's life. • Explore the role of accountability and focus in maintaining motivation and achieving dreams. • Hear Michael's insights on breaking free from excuses and embracing change to improve quality of life. If Michael's incredible journey and insights resonated with you, don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with friends who might need a little inspiration today! ⏱ Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:30 - Guest Introduction: Michael 1:18 - Early Life and Challenges 3:11 - Military Experience 5:23 - Mindset and Personal Growth 6:41 - Academic and Research Experience 9:04 - Overcoming Personal Limitations 12:08 - Passion and Dedication 14:58 - Coaching Philosophy 17:17 - Transformative Experiences 19:05 - Life Lessons Learned 22:08 - Power of Silence 23:53 - Achievements and Future Goals 24:27 - Contact Information and Closing ---

Welcome back to another wild episode of the Jungle Squad Cast! We are celebrating a massive reunion today as a fan-favorite host returns after a two-year hiatus to bring the heat, the pizza, and some serious gym gains. This episode is raw, unfiltered, and packed with the high-energy debates you have been waiting for. In episode 144, Ape Loso, Rad and Rahh are joined by the one and only Thalia aka Big Dawg T. We dive deep into where she has been, her journey through the gym, and the mental growth she experienced while away from the spotlight. The squad breaks down the latest music drops, including Bossman Dlow's new project and the trend of 90-second songs. We also give our honest, controversial takes on Conway the Machine and discuss why Chris Brown continues to dominate the summer vibes despite his past. The conversation gets nostalgic as we reminisce about classic Nickelodeon and Disney shows like Kenan and Kel and The Romeo Show. Things take a serious turn when we debate the leaked Avatar content and the age-old question of whether Aang or Korra would win in a fight. Finally, we get into the nitty-gritty of relationships, discussing the "order of operations" during an argument, sex compatibility tests, and how to know when it is officially time to walk away from a partner. Chapters 0:00 Welcome to Jungle Squad Cast Episode 143 3:45 The return of Big Dawg T after TWO YEARS 7:20 Thalia's Gym transformations and fitness goals 12:15 Reviewing Bossman Dlow and short song trends 17:30 Is Conway the Machine in the wrong era? 22:40 Chris Brown and summer music vibes 27:50 Discussing the Chris Brown legacy and career ceilings 38:20 Leaked Avatar movie and Aang vs Korra debate 44:10 Nickelodeon and Disney Channel nostalgia 49:30 Streamer drama and cheating scandals 55:15 The ethics of cheating and financial dynamics 1:00:40 Makeup sex vs solving the problem first 1:06:20 Top 3 sex compatibility questions 1:12:10 Falling out of love and the grace period 1:17:30 Mentally leaving a relationship before the breakup 1:20:00 Season 6 updates and final thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like the video and leave a comment telling us your favorite throwback childhood show. Do not forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of the Jungle Squad!

The squad kicks things off with a deep dive into the world of anime, discussing the transition from Demon Slayer to sports classics like Kuroko's Basketball and Blue Lock. Abe shares a wild personal story about a recent confrontation with an uninvited guest that tested his patience and maturity in the streets of Bridgeport. We also recap recent local events including Sound Surge and Trezy's Industry Mixer, sparking a heated debate about whether modern artists should rely on performance tracks during live shows. Episode 143 brings the Jungle back to its roots — no guest, just the core energy of the squad locked in and talking freely. With Mr. Montana still in the mix, the conversation feels seasoned, unfiltered, and comfortable in a way only the Jungle can create when there's no need to impress — just react, reflect, and let it fly. The music sets the pace early. Bossman D Low's “Chicken Talking Bastard” brings raw energy into the room, sparking conversation about charisma, presence, and how certain artists don't need polish to make noise. Conway's “GOAT” shifts the tone into something more calculated, where lyricism, legacy, and consistency take center stage — reminding everyone that there's still a lane for elite rap when it's done right. Chris Brown's “Obvious” smooths things out, leading into a broader discussion about longevity, reinvention, and how some artists continue to evolve while staying exactly who they've always been. From there, the Jungle taps into the chaos of the culture. News of the upcoming Avatar film leaking early turns into a bigger conversation about anticipation versus oversaturation — and whether anything can truly feel like an “event” anymore. King Harris getting arrested in a Pokémon onesie feels almost too absurd to be real, but it opens the door to talk about image, maturity, and how quickly moments like that stick to your name. And when a streamer goes viral for juggling a relationship while openly moving reckless, the room dives into loyalty, clout-chasing, and the blurred lines between entertainment and real-life consequences. Then, as always, the conversation lands where it hits the hardest — relationships. The squad debates the order of conflict and intimacy: do you argue, have sex, and then solve the issue… or handle the problem first before letting anything physical happen? It sounds simple, but it quickly turns into a deeper breakdown of emotional regulation, communication, and intention. From there, things get more analytical — if you had to design a “sex compatibility test,” what questions would actually matter? What do people overlook when it comes to long-term satisfaction? And to close it out, the episode leans into something real: when those “in love” feelings fade — as they sometimes do — is that the signal to walk away, or is pushing through those flat periods what actually builds something lasting? Episode 143 is grounded, honest, and layered with perspective — a reminder that sometimes the best conversations come when there's no script, no guest, and nothing to hide behind. Welcome back to the Jungle. — Subscribe: YouTube.com/@JSCNetwork_ Follow: @thejunglesquadcast Ape Loso – @apeishere_ Rad – @radical_jl Rahh – @_rahhbanks Mr. Montana - @mrmontana #JungleSquadCast

The Metaphysical Hour with Julia Cannon and Tracie Mahan and Question Master Tiffanny Shining the Grid: Galactic Counterparts, Intuition, Dragons, and Trusting the Shift Julia Cannon, Tracie Mahan, and Tiffany Open the Metaphysical Hour In this episode of The Metaphysical Hour, host Julia Cannon is joined by co-host Tracie Mahan and question moderator Tiffany for a live question-and-answer discussion. Julia and Tracie invite listeners to share where they are watching from, describing each location as a light on the planetary grid. As callers and viewers check in from places such as Arkansas, Canada, Boston, Seattle, Oregon, Florida, New York, San Francisco, Missouri, Philadelphia, Texas, Kansas, Australia, Michigan, Tennessee, Iowa, Tasmania, Scotland, Puerto Rico, Minnesota, Utah, Colorado, and Chicago, the hosts frame the gathering as a collective act of shining heart light and strengthening the energetic grid. Manifestation, Gratitude, and the Energy Update Before taking questions, Tracie gives an energy update, saying that something is shifting and that delayed manifestations may not mean prayers are unanswered. Instead, she suggests that something larger or better may be forming behind the scenes. Julia connects this with the importance of gratitude, trust, and becoming an energetic match to what one wants to manifest. The hosts emphasize that impatience and doubt can blur a person's intention, while clarity, faith, and alignment help support the manifestation process. Galactic Counterparts and Other Aspects of Self The first major question concerns whether everyone has a galactic counterpart and how to sense or connect with one. Julia and Tracie interpret the idea as relating to other aspects of the self existing in other dimensions, planets, or galactic identities. They discuss Pleiadian, Sirian, mantis, and other star-being connections, while emphasizing that these beings may not simply be external entities but other versions or expressions of one's own soul. Tracie shares examples from client sessions in which people encountered beings who appeared to be connected to them as family, guides, or alternate versions of themselves. The hosts also consider whether an orb seen during childhood could have been an aspect of the questioner's own galactic self. Staying Present During Busy Family Life When a listener asks how to stay present while raising children and managing a busy household, Tracie suggests beginning the day with a grounding practice, even if it requires waking up a few minutes earlier. She describes using oracle cards and journaling to connect with herself and her helpers before the day became busy. Julia adds that being present means focusing fully on the task at hand instead of mentally jumping ahead to everything else that must be done. Both hosts encourage listeners to bring playfulness, mindfulness, and intention into ordinary chores, family time, and even interactions with animals. Advice for a “Baby Psychic” Another question asks what advice the hosts would give to someone newly waking up psychically. Tracie says the most important advice is to trust yourself. She explains that people may receive strong inner knowing but then second-guess it because of outside opinions or uncertainty. Julia adds that a beginning intuitive should learn to recognize what energy belongs to them and what does not, especially as sensitivity increases. The hosts recommend practicing with friends, oracle cards, palmistry, environmental symbols, and everyday impressions, treating everything as a possible tool for learning rather than pressuring oneself to be right. Symbols, Background Objects, and Intuitive Practice Julia and Tracie demonstrate how ordinary objects can become intuitive prompts. Tracie notices a pink candle behind Julia and begins interpreting its possible symbolic meaning, including love, kindness, gentleness, compassion, and illumination. The hosts explain that this kind of exercise can help people learn how spirit, intuition, and the environment work together. Instead of dismissing impressions, they encourage listeners to ask what stands out, what it means personally, and how it may reflect something in one's own life or energy field. Dragons, Dragon Keepers, and the School of Dragons A listener asks for general discussion about dragons, and Tracie immediately senses a purple dragon energy. She and Julia discuss their long-running connection with dragons and recall earlier messages that dragons were waking up and becoming more involved. Tracie explains that some people discover themselves to be dragon keepers, not in the sense of controlling dragons, but as keepers of dragon secrets or dragon wisdom. She senses that the questioner may have a strong connection to multiple dragons, describing a “school of dragons” flying around waterfalls and cliffside spaces. Julia connects the imagery to Avatar and How to Train Your Dragon, noting that films and stories often help humanity become familiar with deeper truths through fantasy. Rapid Manifestation, Purging, and Surrender The hosts also respond to a question about rapid manifestation, telepathic communication, and energetic work during sleep. Tracie says a new energy does seem to be present, but adds that it may come with purging and healing. If someone has already been releasing old patterns, the energy may feel more manifesting; if not, it may feel like pressure to let go. Julia and Tracie discuss how people often resist change because familiar discomfort can feel safer than the unknown. They say that when the universe applies pressure, it may be because a person's higher self has already chosen a path, and surrender allows the next steps to begin falling into place. Taking Back Power and Releasing Attachments Near the end, Julia and Tracie discuss difficult relationships, unfair situations, and the way people may feel forced into choices they do not want to make. They explain that some of the hardest people in life may be playing roles that help push a person toward growth, even if those roles feel painful or unfair. They also talk about attachment, saying that when someone or something appears to have power over a person, it may be because the person has given power to that attachment. The hosts encourage listeners to examine what they are afraid to release and consider whether walking away, surrendering, or reclaiming power could open a more aligned path. Retreats, QHHT, Soul Speak, and Closing Resources The episode closes with announcements about upcoming opportunities, including a retreat in Santa Fe, New Mexico, from September 3–7, information available at qhhtofficial.com, and a discount code for the retreat. Julia also mentions QHHT practitioner resources, sessions, and training, while Tracie mentions her own website and upcoming intuitive development offerings. The hosts direct listeners to Soul Speak resources as well and thank Tiffany and the audience for participating in the live discussion.

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It's a lot like Avatar. This week Nando, DJ, and Diggins jack in to watch the Pixar movie about nature with somehow the most and least to say, Hoppers. They nitpick the beavers, the humans, and of course the ants.   Recommendations DJ - Oz the Mentalist, Debunked (video), R.I.P. Comedy Roasts (article) Diggins - Widow's Bay (series), The Sheep Detectives (movie) Nando - Exit 8 (movie), Dead as Disco (video game), Widow's Bay (series), Game Changer (series)   Plugs Mostly Nitpicking on Bluesky The Nando v Movies Discord Roses and Rejections Diggins' Substack - A Little Perspective All of Nando's Links   Mostly Nitpicking theme by Nick Porcaro Logo by Michelle Chapman

Greg's lead is related to Jack Osbourne saying that there may be an A.I. Avatar for people to interact with. Could this be the case for future celebrities as well?

Hillnotes are consisted of what people think of the Ozzy Osbourne A.I. Avatar, saying that Wiggy is an expert on everything, and what would be included on an adult ferry ride.

The Munsons welcome back our favorite bald guest Munson, Chip Hessenflow, to dive into the strange, fascinating, and deeply anxious world of Giovanni Ribisi. From the jump, we're captivated by Ribisi's obsession with cinematography, vintage cameras, and filmmaking technology—so much so that he literally loans equipment out to legendary directors like Paul Thomas Anderson. Naturally, this leads us into discussing one of the more unusual distinctions in Munson's history: Giovanni becomes the first practicing Scientologist we've covered in 136 episodes. We spend a shocking amount of time talking about Boiler Room (seriously, keep count at home), while James takes a passionate detour into why the Avatar franchise actually rules and continues to hold up better than people want to admit. Along the way, we explore how Ribisi essentially cornered the market in Hollywood on playing “the weird guy,” weaponizing his nervous, twitchy, anxious energy into one of the most unique character actor careers of his era. We revisit his endless string of early television appearances, uncover just how many massive Friends fans are apparently on this podcast, and celebrate his memorable run on the series. The deeper we go, the more impressed we become by the absolutely loaded list of directors and co-stars Ribisi worked with throughout the late 90s and early 2000s—a résumé that quietly stacks up against almost anyone from that generation. How does he rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

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Episode Summary The Boys is officially over, and Frank and Thomas dig into a series finale that split the internet right down the middle. They break down why Homelander's fall hits harder than the backlash suggests, where Kimiko's powers felt rushed, and how Butcher's heel turn landed for comic readers versus everyone else, before scoring both the finale and the full 2019 to now run. From there, they jump to the big screen for The Mandalorian and Grogu, a movie they both enjoyed while admitting the plot is paper thin and the whole thing feels like stitched-together episodes. The centerpiece is a long-awaited sit down with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, who returns as Uncle Iroh in Avatar: The Last Airbender season two on Netflix and plays Captain Carson Teva in the Star Wars universe. He opens up about adapting a beloved animated series, why he avoids the deep lore cuts when building a character, the reckoning Iroh faces in the live-action version, and the everyman appeal of Carson Teva. He also reflects on Kim's Convenience, the season six that never happened, and why he thinks tearing down something new before watching it is a waste of energy. Timestamps and Topics 00:00:00 Intro and Weekly Catch-Up 00:03:52 The Boys Series Finale Review 00:25:27 The Mandalorian and Grogu Review 00:47:01 Interview With Paul Sun-Hyung Lee 01:20:55 Rapid Fire Questions 01:24:06 Network Updates and Weekly Recommendations Key Takeaways The Boys finale earned an 8 out of 10 from both hosts, with the full series landing at a 9, praised for ending on a hopeful note that the good guys can actually win if they stick together. Homelander losing his powers reveals who he always was underneath the facade, a takedown the hosts rank among the best villain endings on TV, even if the way he lost them through Kimiko felt like a quick fix. The Mandalorian and Grogu works as crowd-pleasing, kid-friendly Star Wars but lacks a real character arc, scoring around a 6 to 7 with both hosts feeling it plays like several episodes cut together. Paul Sun-Hyung Lee approaches adaptation by serving the scripts rather than chasing deep lore, and the live action Avatar gives Iroh a real reckoning for his role in the siege of Ba Sing Se that the cartoon glossed over. Carson Teva works because audiences connect with the grounded everyman in a universe full of Jedi, a role compared to Nick Fury, Agent Coulson, and even R2-D2. Kim's Convenience remains a point of deep pride for Lee, who still wishes fans had gotten the Appa and Jung reconciliation from the original play, but stands by going out on top. Quotes "When those were stripped away, he no longer could act like the same person." (Thomas, on Homelander) "The good guys can just straight up win." (Frank, on the finale's message) "We're so specifically Korean that it becomes universal." (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, on Kim's Convenience) "If you don't watch it, you can't talk smack about it." (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, on hating something unseen) "Go out on top if you're going to go out." (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, on ending Kim's Convenience) Call to Action If you enjoyed this one, subscribe so you never miss an episode, leave us a review wherever you listen, and share it with a friend who needs convincing on the finale. Tag us and join the conversation using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com is the source of all news discussed during the podcast. Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions Got a hot take on The Boys finale, a defense of The Mandalorian and Grogu, or a question for a future guest? Send us your reactions, questions, and topic ideas. We read them, and your suggestion might shape an upcoming episode. Apple Podcast Tags The Boys, The Boys finale, Homelander, Butcher, Kimiko, Eric Kripke, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Star Wars, Grogu, Pedro Pascal, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Uncle Iroh, Avatar The Last Airbender, Netflix Avatar, Captain Carson Teva, Kim's Convenience, geek culture, pop culture podcast, TV reviews, movie reviews, Geek Freaks

For Gethard's birthday, we're doing something kinda stupid but also totally sincere: an entire episode about Avatar: The Last Airbender. After months of threatening to turn Beautiful/Anonymous into an Avatar podcast, Geth finally makes good on his word and talks to callers about bending, Zuko, Uncle Iroh, family bonding, and uh . . . a dog who isn't really a dog? Maybe? (Sorry, I still don't really know what the show is about - Andrea) and why this cartoon from 20 years ago still matters so much to so many people today. Happy birthday, Geth! Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week's caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to chrisgeth.com for tickets to Gethard's upcoming shows. Download EarnIn on the App Store or Google Play. Type in BEAUTIFUL under PODCAST. Head to Talkiatry.com/BEAUTIFUL to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Father's Day is Sunday, June 21st. Order RIGHT NOW and save up to $20 at STORYWORTH.com/beautiful. Go to ZENNI.com/PODCAST and use code PODCAST15 for fifteen percent off your first order.

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We live split lives: The Optimized Self (Avatar) vs. The Exhausted Self (Soul). We treat our emotions like "bugs" in the code, things to be patched or ignored. Your glitch isn't a mistake; it's a dashboard light. It's your soul screaming that the system is incompatible with your design. God doesn't want to fix your Avatar; He wants to resurrect the Real You buried under the optimization. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect with us

In this episode I chat with visual effects supervisor, second unit director and digital pre-visualisation pioneer David Dozoretz about a career that traces the entire arc of how modern filmmaking shifted from analogue to digital — and how, somewhere in the middle of that shift, pre-vis went from a curious side experiment to a fundamental part of how films get planned and shot. David talks about growing up in Phoenix, falling in love with cinema the day his sister snuck him into the projection booth at the Cine Capri during The Empire Strikes Back asteroid sequence, and how a chance encounter with a Lucasfilm coffee-table book in a university bookstore set him on the path to ILM. He arrived at ILM in 1991 as an intern, became known as "the computer nerd in the art department and the art nerd in the computer department," and ended up bridging the gap between the two as digital began to take over.We get into his first feature — the original Jurassic Park — his year-long apprenticeship in the legendary ILM art department alongside Doug Chiang, Ty Ellingson, Harley Jessup, Mark Moore and Stefan Dechant, and the time he had to split a $1,400 piece of 3D software into two $700 purchase orders to get round ILM's general-manager sign-off threshold. It's a small story but it tells you everything about the era — digital tools were arriving faster than the institutions running things knew what to do with them.A big part of the conversation focuses on the early years of digital pre-visualisation. David did the first major digital previs sequence in mainstream cinema — the train and helicopter sequence in Brian De Palma's Mission: Impossible, the work John Knoll asked him to do that's now credited as one of the reasons the sequence got greenlit. From there he went on to spend four years working with George Lucas on The Phantom Menace, building the entire pod race in previs (a 25-minute version that almost no one has ever seen got whittled down to the 9-and-a-half-minute final), establishing his now-famous three rules of previs (no textures, no motion blur, no shadows) and then immediately having to break all three of them to convey the sense of speed and floating in the pod race itself.There are some lovely George Lucas stories too, including the time George walked into the editing room and reacted to David's droid-factory post-vis with "honestly, I was a little worried about that one — looks like it's gonna work," and the moment when George trailed off mid-sentence trying to describe a desert landscape and David — a 21-year-old kid — finished the thought with "John Ford?", which David thinks is the moment Lucas decided he could trust him. Later in the conversation we move into David's own company, Persistence of Vision, and his work on Titan A.E., Behind Enemy Lines, JJ Abrams' Mission: Impossible III, the 2009 Star Trek reboot (including the previs realisation that Vulcan being orange meant the costumes — originally designed to evoke 70s NASA — had to be completely redesigned) and Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D, where David served as second unit director on the first digital stereoscopic film and the production was effectively beta-testing the cameras Jim Cameron was building for Avatar. We finish on Zafari, David's 52-episode children's animated series rendered almost entirely in Unreal Engine — one of the earliest large-scale uses of real-time rendering in mainstream animation, which saved 30% of the production budget — and on a wider conversation about AI, the future of filmmaking, the importance of human authenticity, and David's lovely closing thought: study the art and history of cinema, study the drawing, not just the pencil. The tools will keep changing. The language won't. Topics coveredGrowing up in Phoenix and the Cine Capri projection-booth moment during EmpireDiscovering The Art of Special Effects book and the road to an ILM internshipJoining the ILM art department in 1991 alongside Doug Chiang, Ty Ellingson, Harley Jessup and Mark MooreBridging the art and computer departments as digital arrived at ILMThe $1,400 / two-$700-purchase-orders workaround for buying 3D softwareWorking on the original Jurassic Park as his first featureDoing previs for the Star Wars Special Editions (the dewback shots, Mos Eisley fly-bys)John Knoll asking him to previsualise the train-and-helicopter sequence on Mission: ImpossibleHow that previs is credited as one of the reasons the sequence got greenlitJoining the new Skywalker Ranch art department under George LucasFour years on The Phantom Menace and the 25-minute version of the pod raceThe three rules of previs (no textures, no motion blur, no shadows) — and breaking all of them to make the pod race workGeorge Lucas reacting to the droid factory post-vis ("looks like it's gonna work")The Jake Lloyd head-turn morph that saved a reshootWhy pod racers go 500 mph in some shots and 2,000 mph in othersThe cinematographer who declared previs "shit" — and was overruled by the studioFounding Persistence of Vision and the move from Lucas to wider HollywoodTitan A.E. and the Don Bluth / Gary Goldman Phoenix animation studioBehind Enemy Lines and pre-vising aerial actionMission: Impossible III with JJ Abrams — the Shanghai building swing and the windmill helicopter sequenceThe Star Trek reboot orbital skydive — and how previs forced a costume redesign because Vulcan was orangeJourney to the Center of the Earth 3D as second unit director, using Jim Cameron's pre-Avatar camerasZafari, Unreal Engine, and saving 30% of an animated TV budget through real-time renderingThe shift from analogue to digital to 3D to real-time to AI — and what stays constantDennis Muren's wisdom on authenticity at the Jurassic Park wrap partyWhy a human premium will remain in an AI-augmented filmmaking worldGeorge Lucas, John Ford and the moment a 21-year-old earned a director's trustThe advice David gives to young filmmakers: study the drawing, not just the pencilSupport the Podcast This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch on YouTube Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: youtube.com/filmumentariesThis podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links

TW: Mental Health discussions On the same day we celebrate the 49th anniversary of Star Wars, Jessica of Rebellion of Hope Podcast joins me to celebrate and talk about the famed fandom, plus a whole lot more! I've been following Jessica for quite some time from the lead up to launch of her Star Wars podcast, Rebellion of Hope. We finally were able to get together and I could host her on my podcast. We kick things off by decidely NOT talking about Star Wars, as we talk about Avatar: The Last Airbender. We mainly stay in the animated series realm, as we talk about how Jessica got into Avatar, favorite characters, what kind of bender she'd be, and the connection between this show and Star Wars media for her. Then, we travel to a fandom from a galaxy far, far away. We spend a lot of time talking about Star Wars. From how Jessica got into Star Wars, how it got her through tough times in life, and getting into the fandom more and more. We talk about a lot of the media, from Clone Wars, to the Mandalorian, The Acolyte, and more. We discuss the EU/Legends, and Disney's decision to move into their own choices with the Star Wars universe. We also talk about her Star Wars podcast, Rebellion of Hope, and what she has done/is doing as a positive voice in the Star Wars fandom. We also talk about Star Wars conventions, panels, and so much more. We also talk about Jessica's desire to strike out on her own and starting her own business, Asteria Outpost. You'll hear the background behind that, what Jessica does to source the items she sells for her brand, and being an entrepreneur in these times. You can find Jessica and Rebellion of Hope Podcast at: https://linktr.ee/rebellionofhope https://www.instagram.com/therebellionofhope/ https://www.threads.com/@therebellionofhope https://www.youtube.com/@therebellionofhope You can find Asteria Outpost at: https://asteriaoutpost.com/ https://www.instagram.com/asteriaoutpost/ https://www.threads.com/@asteriaoutpost

What's the worst movie starring a great actor? We debate which Hollywood icons hit the lowest of professional lows on today's episode… We've also got our reviews of one of the year's buzziest horrors, OBSESSION, and a Guy Ritchie movie starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill called IN THE GREY. If you haven't already, make sure you are subscribed on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts! Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/olLlr0rjeX8 Timecodes: || Intro - (0:00) || In The Grey Review - (1:41) || Obsession Review - (13:56) || Obsession SPOILERS - (26:23) || Ad - (28:09) || Cannes Reactions - (29:23) || James Franco Returns - (32:23) || Disney Gets Slammed - (36:13) || Avatar 4&5 Update - (42:50) || All Female Expendables - (43:43) || Conan Back For Oscars - (46:39) || What We've Been Watching - (49:43) || The Worst Movies Starring Great Actors - (53:01) Follow us on Social Media: barstool.link/pbs X | Twitter | Letterboxd: @ProjBigScreen IG | Tik Tok: @ProjectBigScreen Our Personal Letterboxds: Jeff: @JeffDLowe Gooch: @BobGoochman Kenjac: @Kenjac Klemmer: @ChrisKlemmer Kirk: @KirkMinihaneYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/lightscamerabarstool

866 · The Best Food at Walt Disney World Isn't Where You Think It IsThe best food at Walt Disney World isn't where you think it is.In WDW Radio # 866, Lou Mongello spends a full day eating his way through Disney's Animal Kingdom - stop by stop, bite by bite - and makes the case that this is Walt Disney World's most extraordinary culinary destination.Colombian arepas and globally inspired rice bowls. Viral desserts and hidden gems. Drinks in Pandora - The World of Avatar developed with James Cameron's team. Nomad Lounge. Tiffins at 10 years. And a full conversation with Chef Greg Hannon, Culinary Director of Disney's Animal Kingdom, about authenticity, storytelling through food, the future of Tropical Americas, and what his perfect food day in the park looks like.This is Disney's Animal Kingdom like you have never tasted it before.Plus, I'll have a very special announcement to share with you at the end of the show... but here's a not-so-subtle hint