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In Episode 153 of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright share a reflective and often humorous story centered on an unexpected journey through London. The episode unfolds as a personal narrative, touching on disorientation, cultural contrasts, and the small moments that reveal deeper lessons about awareness, trust, and adaptability. As the story progresses, the hosts weave observations about human behavior, chance encounters, and the way unfamiliar environments challenge assumptions and habits. The conversation balances storytelling with introspection, allowing meaning to emerge organically rather than through analysis. True to the spirit of Story Hour, the episode emphasizes experience over explanation, inviting listeners to sit with the story and draw their own connections. Lost in London captures how moments of uncertainty can become formative, memorable, and quietly instructive when viewed through reflection rather than frustration.

In this episode of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright take a deep dive into Lord of War, examining it not just as a film about arms dealing, but as a layered commentary on power, morality, and the machinery of modern warfare. What begins as a surface-level critique of weapons proliferation quickly unfolds into a broader discussion about controlled opposition, regime change, and the business of perpetual conflict. The hosts explore how the film reflects the political climate of the mid-2000s, particularly the post-9/11 era, and why Hollywood was willing to release a story so openly critical of government and war profiteering. From the symbolism woven throughout the film to its portrayal of legality versus morality, the conversation connects the movie's themes to real-world geopolitics, intelligence operations, and the illusion of choice within political systems. As the discussion unfolds, Chris and Burning Bright challenge the audience to consider who truly benefits from war, whether ignorance absolves complicity, and how systems of power perpetuate themselves regardless of which side appears to be in control.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright return for Badlands Story Hour with a deep, wide-ranging discussion of the 1992 film Scent of a Woman, examining its themes of integrity, power, redemption, and institutional control. The conversation explores Colonel Frank Slade's personal collapse and moral awakening alongside Charlie Simms' confrontation with elite power structures, social leverage, and the cost of integrity within a prestige prep-school system. The hosts break down key scenes including the disciplinary hearing, the Thanksgiving dinner, and the iconic tango, using them to analyze masculinity, victimhood, courage, and the cultivation of future “leaders.” Throughout the episode, the film is treated as a broader commentary on class, obedience, abstract power, and the machinery that shapes compliant system players versus principled outsiders. The discussion also weaves in reflections on modern culture, education, narrative warfare, and how these dynamics continue to play out far beyond the screen.

In Episode 150 of Badlands Story Hour, Burning Bright and Chris Paul return for an in-depth discussion of 28 Days Later, written by Alex Garland and directed by Danny Boyle. The episode walks through the film scene by scene, beginning with the opening laboratory sequence and the release of the rage virus, followed by Jim's awakening alone in a deserted London. The hosts examine the use of media imagery, screens, and engineered rage, connecting these elements to the film's depiction of societal collapse. The conversation explores key characters including Jim, Selena, Frank, and Hannah, focusing on survival, morality, and the contrast between human connection and brutality. Burning Bright and Chris Paul analyze pivotal moments such as Frank's death, the military compound, and the distinction between rage-driven violence and deliberate human cruelty. The episode also highlights themes of awakening, responsibility, fear, propaganda, and the preservation of humanity in extreme conditions. The discussion concludes with reflections on the film's ending, its portrayal of righteousness versus rage, and why 28 Days Later stands apart from traditional zombie narratives.

In this episode of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into Slumdog Millionaire, examining the film's layered narrative, moral questions, and character arcs through a thoughtful rewatch discussion. The conversation follows the movie's progression, exploring Jamal's journey from extreme poverty to the final game show moment, and how lived experience, trauma, and memory shape his path. The hosts contrast Jamal and Salim as brothers navigating power, morality, and survival within a rigid caste system, highlighting how their choices diverge despite shared circumstances. They discuss the film's use of coincidence, fate, and storytelling structure, as well as its portrayal of celebrity worship, corruption, and information asymmetry. The episode also reflects on redemption, sacrifice, and whether moral intention or outcome ultimately defines a character. Chris and Burning Bright close by considering why the film's dark subject matter still delivers an earned, emotionally resonant ending that leaves a lasting impression.

This hour of the best comedy includes a marathon "Annie Are You Okay" segment led by Ethan! We also discuss Halloween tips, which is very relevant right now.

In this episode of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Shane Black's darkly comedic neo-noir starring Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer. The discussion explores the film's layered storytelling, fourth-wall breaks, and sharp Hollywood satire, examining how Black blends crime fiction, meta-commentary, and character-driven humor. Drawing from personal experience and cultural context, the hosts unpack the film's portrayal of Hollywood ambition, moral decay, transactional relationships, and the thin line between art and cynicism. They also analyze Downey Jr.'s breakout performance, Val Kilmer's scene-stealing role, and the movie's balance of comedy, violence, and unexpected humanity. The episode closes with reflections on storytelling, redemption, and why Kiss Kiss Bang Bang remains a uniquely clever entry in early 2000s cinema.

In Episode 147 of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright unpack Multiplicity, the Harold Ramis–directed film starring Michael Keaton, through a philosophical and cultural lens. The conversation explores identity, fractured priorities, and the illusion that productivity and time can solve deeper internal disorder. Using the film's cloning premise as a metaphor, the hosts examine modern rat-race culture, false solutions offered by technology, and the temptation to outsource responsibility, purpose, and even selfhood. Themes of Faustian bargains, artificial intelligence, autonomy, and the spiritual cost of chasing efficiency over meaning are woven throughout the discussion, alongside reflections on masculinity, family, work, and personal sovereignty. The episode connects the film's humor to serious questions about control, self mastery, and the danger of multiplying outward solutions without addressing the core of who we are. 

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dissect Casino Royale through a geopolitical and psychological lens, exploring Daniel Craig's debut as a darker, more monstrous Bond shaped by post-9/11 culture and modern intelligence narratives. They break down how the film subverts classic Bond tropes, reframes espionage as a world run by competing intel assets, and uses the relationship between Bond, Vesper, and Le Chiffre to expose themes of trauma, manipulation, and institutional control. From the era shift of 2006 to the rise of cinematic propaganda, the hosts examine Bond's sociopathic tendencies, the film's commentary on terror financing, and its portrayal of Western intelligence as both architect and arbiter of global chaos, all while weaving in character analysis, cultural critique, and sharp humor.

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Chris Paul and Burning Bright break down Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme, a visually striking film packed with symbolism, geopolitical parallels, and a surprising spiritual backbone. They explore the movie's Trump-like billionaire protagonist, his battles with global power structures, and the deeper themes of sovereignty, faith, manipulation, and systems versus individuals. From assassination attempts and rigged markets to father–daughter dynamics, moral transformation, and the film's sharp commentary on global elites, the hosts connect Anderson's surreal storytelling to real-world politics, cultural shifts, and the ongoing struggle between sovereign actors and entrenched systems. With sharp insights, humor, and a few man-flu jokes, Chris and BB unpack why this movie resonated so deeply and why it feels far more prophetic than quirky.

Burning Bright and Chris Paul sit down for a spirited Thanksgiving-week discussion of Planes, Trains and Automobiles, unpacking John Hughes' classic through humor, film analysis, psychology, and cultural commentary. They break down the movie's “comedy of errors” structure, the over-the-top schmaltz of its emotional beats, and how Steve Martin and John Candy embody two archetypes forced together on a chaotic hero's journey. The hosts dive into the film's mythic storytelling roots, its portrayal of 1980s Americana, the contrast between Neil's polished corporate frustration and Del's messy human warmth, and the way both men represent missing pieces in each other's lives. Along the way, BB and Chris veer into side-rants about Reagan-era prosperity aesthetics, the lost art of character-driven movies, airline misery, AI shaping society since the 1950s, the asymmetry of technology, how modern films misunderstand character, and even how turkeys, pardons, Venezuela, and election narratives tie into today's psyop-ridden media landscape. A sharp, funny, reflective episode blending film breakdown, cultural analysis, and classic Badlands banter.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright revisit the 1987 cult classic RoboCop, unpacking its mix of over-the-top violence, dystopian satire, and surprising relevance to today's world. From gratuitous Verhoeven shock moments to the film's blunt corporate-police-state commentary, the hosts explore how RoboCop's world of privatized law enforcement, automated justice, and malfunctioning “public trust” programming eerily echoes modern debates on AI, robotics, policing, and centralized power. Chris and BB trade childhood memories of watching the movie too young, compare its chaotic 80s sensibilities to Starship Troopers, and dig into why the film functions more as concept satire than heroic action. They examine the ED-209 debacle, secret directives, corporate militarism, the absurd news segments, and actual “Jewish space lasers” appearing in the film decades before the meme. The conversation expands into AI ethics, law enforcement incentives, collective narratives, and how Hollywood both critiques and unconsciously reinforces the systems it claims to parody. A sharp, funny, and surprisingly philosophical breakdown of a movie that lands very differently in 2025 than it did in 1987.  

Some days in oral surgery feel like everything conspires against you. Your back hurts, your schedule is overbooked, and (to top it all off) your favorite assistant called in sick! In this solo episode, Dr. Grant Stucki reflects on how to find joy and purpose in those difficult moments while offering practical ways to shift your mindset. Drawing inspiration from Einstein's theory of relativity, he compares our attitude to gravity, shaping the emotional space around us and influencing everyone we work with. Through stories from his own practice, he explores how awareness, intention, and small daily choices can transform frustration into focus. He shares simple strategies like identifying your top stressors and writing down what boosts your energy, and offers book recommendations that inspire greater mental strength and positivity. Tune in to reconnect with the purpose and positivity that keep great surgeons going!Key Points From This Episode:A new series exploring lessons from everyday surgical experiences.Announcing Dr. Stucki's upcoming course on PRF and Exparel in Denver.Today's topic: How to find joy in surgery and maintain a positive attitude on tough days.Einstein's theory of relativity as a metaphor for mindset and influence.How our mental “gravity” affects the people and energy around us.A story about Dr. Stucki's brother and his contagious enthusiasm for surgery.Reflections on how surgeons can become jaded and cynical over time.The impact of negativity on staff, patients, and surgical outcomes.Being intentional about the energy and attitude brought into the workplace.Strategies for maintaining positive energy, including building awareness of triggers.Book Recommendations: On Fire, The Alter Ego Effect, and Can't Hurt Me.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Enhancing Surgical Outcomes with Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) and Exparel in Oral Surgery Course — https://www.collectiveeducationsociety.com/products/courses/prf-and-exparelCollective Education Society — https://www.collectiveeducationsociety.com/Everyday Oral Surgery blog — https://everydayoralsurgery.com/blog/On Fire — https://www.amazon.com/Fire-Choices-Ignite-Radically-Inspired/dp/1501117726The Alter Ego Effect — https://alteregoeffect.com/Can't Hurt Me — https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Hurt-Me-Master-Your/dp/1544512287Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Chris Paul and Burning Bright take flight in Badlands Story Hour Ep. 142 with the 1980 comedy classic Airplane! - a film so outrageous, it could never be made today. What begins as a lighthearted review quickly turns into an exploration of censorship, culture, and the evolution of humor. The hosts compare the fearless satire of Airplane!—from racial jokes to religious gags—to the humorless moral policing of modern Hollywood, asking how society went from laughing at itself to fearing offense. They dive into themes of demoralization, monopolies, and media control, drawing parallels between the movie's chaotic airline setting and the real-life decline of air travel, bureaucracy, and free speech. Alongside sharp analysis, they celebrate the film's absurdity, its nonstop jokes, slapstick brilliance, and unapologetic energy, while reflecting on how laughter once united people across divides. With trademark wit and philosophical depth, Chris and Burning Bright turn this cult classic into a lesson on comedy, culture, and control.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into the 1994 Coen Brothers classic The Hudsucker Proxy, unraveling its sharp social satire and timeless allegory about capitalism, corruption, and the illusion of the American Dream. Through their lens, the film's absurd humor and stylized storytelling become a mirror for today's technocratic age, where media manipulation, corporate puppetry, and spiritual bankruptcy echo louder than ever. The hosts dissect its themes of divine timing, moral awakening, and circular invention, connecting Norville Barnes' rise and fall to the cyclical nature of societal “turnings.” With witty banter and philosophical depth, they explore how The Hudsucker Proxy—part comedy, part cautionary tale, captures the eternal battle between ego and purpose, power and providence. Equal parts film analysis, cultural critique, and metaphysical reflection, this Story Hour reminds listeners why the Coens' satire may be one of the most prophetic films of our era.

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Chris Paul and Burning Bright take on the 1967 classic Cool Hand Luke in this deep, thought-provoking episode of Badlands Story Hour. What begins as a film review unfolds into a profound conversation about rebellion, faith, conformity, and the human spirit under total control. From Paul Newman's unforgettable portrayal of Luke to the movie's iconic line, “What we've got here is failure to communicate,” the hosts unpack the film's themes of resistance and submission, and what they reveal about our modern world. They draw parallels between Luke's defiance and today's societal obedience, exploring how systems of power demand compliance, how gatekeepers enforce conformity, and why true freedom comes from refusing to yield. Between philosophical insights, cultural commentary, and plenty of laughter, this episode redefines what it means to be unbreakable in a world built to keep you in line.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright slice into Wes Craven's 1996 classic Scream, a film that redefined horror, rewrote the rules, and made meta mainstream. They explore how Scream turned the genre inside out, balancing humor, fear, and self-awareness with a cast that captured an entire generation's coming of age. From the iconic Drew Barrymore opener to the film's commentary on culture's feedback loop, how movies shape us and we, in turn, shape movies, the duo breaks down why Scream still cuts deep nearly 30 years later. Their discussion peels back layers on everything from the film's sexual politics and generational cynicism to its eerie parallels with today's media landscape, propaganda, and perception of reality. Between jokes, ads, and deep dives into cultural meta, they reveal how Scream wasn't just about killers in masks, it was a mirror held up to the audience itself.

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In this episode we continue our Story Hour series with a tale of a great shot at quail and the mistake of ‘thinking' too much when shooting. Enjoy! Stock media provided by Artmuns / Pond5 License v20180904

Burning Bright and Chris Paul break down Margin Call, a film that captures the cold, calculated collapse of Wall Street's moral compass. The hosts dissect the movie's depiction of greed, systemic evil, and the psychology behind financial power, drawing parallels between the 2008 crash and the controlled demolitions shaping today's world economy. They unpack the symbolism behind Jeremy Irons' “moral relativists,” the engineered volatility of markets, and how this film exposes the illusion of complexity that shields corruption. The conversation moves from macroeconomics to modern geopolitics, connecting Trump, China, and the Sovereign Alliance to the real-world financial “margin calls” happening now. Sharp, cinematic, and intellectually loaded, this episode turns a film review into a masterclass on power, perception, and financial warfare.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into Sinners (2025), Ryan Coogler's stylish, vampire-infused crime drama. They unpack the film's layered mix of organized crime, race, and spirituality, exploring how the story of two brothers, Smoke and Stack, goes beyond surface-level culture war narratives. From period-piece reflections on Jim Crow and Prohibition to the symbolic power of music as both liberation and temptation, the hosts trace themes of freedom, fellowship, and deception. They spotlight how Coogler flips expectations: vampires sell “unity” while embodying enslavement, and entertainment becomes both healing and a trap. With sharp insights into character dynamics, cultural commentary, and theological undertones, Chris and BB argue that Sinners delivers more than anti-woke bait, it's a Trojan horse of deeper truths about power, consensus, and the human struggle between worldly desire and higher purpose.

In this episode we continue our Story Hour series with a tale of a moose hunt in Manitoba and the lingering fear of the Windigo. Enjoy! Stock media provided by Artmuns / Pond5

Chris Paul and Burning Bright take a deep dive into the 1962 classic The Manchurian Candidate, exploring its eerie relevance more than sixty years later. From predictive programming and narrative disarmament to MKUltra-style conditioning, they unravel how the film foreshadowed political assassinations, mass brainwashing, and the manipulation of public perception. The hosts connect Frank Sinatra's role, Angela Lansbury's chilling performance, and the film's layered realities to modern psyops, false flags, and consensus formation in the information war. Along the way, they unpack concepts like intuition versus narrative, social incentive structures, and how propaganda conditions entire societies just as effectively as a programmed assassin. With sharp cultural insight and plenty of first-principles analysis, this episode challenges listeners to see through the storylines crafted for control and to resist the conditioning designed to keep us compliant.

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Burning Bright and Chris Paul dig into Godzilla Minus One, Takashi Yamazaki's striking 2023 take on the iconic monster. At first, the film feels like a standard kaiju entry, but it soon unfolds into a powerful character study and meditation on postwar Japan. The hosts break down Shikishima's arc from cowardice to redemption, drawing parallels between his personal journey and Japan's struggle with honor, shame, and survival in the shadow of humiliation. They highlight Yamazaki's stunning visual effects, achieved on a fraction of a Hollywood budget, and the film's refusal to explain away Godzilla—embracing him instead as a force of nature and a metaphor for existential threats. From kamikaze culture and engineered narratives to the lingering scars of national identity and the dangers of nihilism, Burning Bright and Chris Paul unpack why Godzilla Minus One resonates beyond its setting, offering lessons for sovereignty, resilience, and the fight against dehumanizing systems. A thoughtful and timely discussion that elevates a monster movie into a commentary on civilization itself.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright take on M. Night Shyamalan's Split, unpacking its psychological horror and deeper symbolic layers. They highlight James McAvoy's performance as Kevin Wendell Crumb and his 23 personalities, drawing parallels to narrative warfare and how media offers different “alters” of the same central message. The hosts dive into the good twin/evil twin dynamic, centralization versus decentralization, and how propaganda thrives on consensus while truth does not. Their discussion branches into Trump's communication style, trauma as both a weapon and a source of resilience, and how cultural manipulation echoes MK Ultra–style conditioning. They also examine connections to modern gender debates, linking the “they/them” identity to collectivism versus sovereignty, and the biblical concept of Legion as hive-minded evil. Closing thoughts tie Casey's survival, rooted in her scars and trauma, to humanity's antifragility and the danger of weaponized victimhood. This episode blends film critique, philosophy, and cultural analysis, showing how Split serves as a metaphor for narrative control, sovereignty, and the battle between good and evil.

Once again local media provided coverage of Congressman Derrick Van Orden unencumbered by fact checks, clarifications, or context. We'll review an event — not a town hall — to “celebrate” a new tax policy on tips and overtime. It is not nearly as generous or encompassing as you would think, to see how it's being covered by many outlets. Mornings with Pat Kreitlow is powered by UpNorthNews, and it airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-9 am. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X, and YouTube.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into Sofia Coppola's Lost in Translation, unpacking its themes of alienation, paradigm shifts, and fleeting human connection. They explore Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson's unlikely bond in Tokyo, debating whether the film's ambiguity makes it profound or pretentious. The hosts tackle Coppola's directing choices, the infamous opening shot, and the controversy of Johansson's age during filming, weighing how Hollywood's “male gaze” and art-house ambitions collide. From existential dread to pseudo-intellectual musings, they contrast Murray's weathered perspective with Johansson's youthful searching, examining how both characters project fantasies of freedom while feeling trapped in different ways. Along the way, they connect the film's commentary on identity and artifice to the decline of the modern movie star, social media overexposure, and Hollywood's struggle to create new icons. The episode closes with reflections on ambiguous endings, fantasy vs. reality, and next week's pick, M. Night Shyamalan's Split. It's a thoughtful, critical, and often humorous exploration of a movie that lingers long after the credits roll.

In this episode we continue our Story Hour series with a classic deer hunting tale by William Faulkner. Enjoy! Stock media provided by Artmuns / Pond5

Burning Bright and Chris Paul break down Andrew Niccol's dystopian thriller In Time, where life itself is currency and timekeepers rule like central bankers. They explore the film's on-the-nose parallels to fiat money, inflation, usury, and the Cantillon Effect, comparing its “time chain” to Bitcoin's fixed protocol. The hosts connect themes of Darwinism, generational wisdom, and the emptiness of immortality to broader cultural critiques, highlighting how elites manipulate scarcity to control society. From Occupy Wall Street echoes to Trump's populist judo flips, they frame the movie as both a cautionary tale and a mirror to our financial and political systems. With sharp insights, humor, and plenty of rabbit holes, from diamonds to decentralization, this episode shows why In Time still resonates as a metaphor for the theft of human energy and purpose.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive into Isaac Asimov's classic I, Robot, exploring the timeless questions it raises about technology, morality, and the human condition. They unpack the book's famous Three Laws of Robotics and discuss how these guiding principles shape the conflicts between humans and machines in Asimov's stories. The conversation highlights the ethical dilemmas of artificial intelligence, the tension between control and autonomy, and the parallels to today's rapidly advancing tech landscape. With thoughtful analysis and engaging commentary, the hosts connect Asimov's mid-20th century vision to modern debates on AI, surveillance, and the future of human freedom.

Have you seen a UFO south of Kansas City? They want to hear your story. Hour 3 8/19/2025 full 2131 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0000 RsSFp7FAMRU5uuDdrc6MBOerqMpr2yH4 news The Dana & Parks Podcast news Have you seen a UFO south of Kansas City? They want to hear your story. Hour 3 8/19/2025 You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False http

Burning Bright and Chris Paul dive into Badlands (1973), Terrence Malick's haunting debut inspired by real-life events. They explore the film's unsettling blend of beauty and brutality, following the crime spree of Kit and Holly across the American Midwest. The hosts unpack Malick's unique storytelling style, the dreamlike cinematography, and how the film juxtaposes innocence with violence. Along the way, they discuss the performances of Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek, the sparse yet impactful dialogue, and the ways the film challenges viewers to question morality, influence, and the romanticizing of outlaws. It's a layered conversation that connects the movie's themes to broader cultural narratives, making this episode as thought-provoking as the film itself.

In Episode 128 of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright take a deep dive into the iconic film Braveheart, using it as a lens to examine modern narrative warfare, institutional collapse, and the power of individual courage. Drawing parallels between William Wallace's defiance of tyranny and today's decentralized truth-tellers, the hosts explore how stories, both historical and fictional, shape our understanding of freedom, loyalty, and legacy. As legacy media and regime narratives continue to break down, this episode challenges listeners to consider who's writing the story now—and whether we have the bravery to reclaim it.

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In this episode of Badlands Story Hour, Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive deep into the satirical film Thank You for Smoking, examining its commentary on persuasion, propaganda, and personal freedom. The duo unpacks the complexity of Nick Naylor's character, not as a villain, but as a truth-teller navigating a society addicted to moral posturing. They discuss the layered dynamics between tobacco, alcohol, and firearms in the cultural consciousness, the role of narrative warfare, and how modern programming conditions our collective assumptions. From AI's quiet takeover to geopolitical energy manipulation, this isn't just a film discussion, it's a dissection of how truth is packaged, sold, and suppressed. With cultural references ranging from the PayPal mafia's producer credits to comparisons with Watchmen and Silicon Valley, the episode peels back the glossy veneer of storytelling to reveal a much darker, and sometimes liberating, core.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive deep into The Northman, exploring its grim aesthetic, Norse mythology, and literary roots in the legend of Amleth, the same myth that inspired Shakespeare's Hamlet. They dissect the movie's portrayal of fate, trauma, and identity, examining how the protagonist becomes a tragic vessel for vengeance after being spiritually and emotionally programmed by his father's deathbed ritual. With nods to MK Ultra, paganism, and berserker myth, the hosts question whether Amleth ever had free will or was doomed from childhood. They contrast the film's brutal worldview with Tolkien's mythic optimism and explore the cultural shift from rooted moral frameworks to modern-day spiritual voids. The discussion expands to themes of slavery, regime control, and historical parallels, culminating in a sharp critique of pagan ritualism in both ancient and modern forms. This is one of the darkest and most complex entries in the Story Hour series, unflinching in its dissection of narrative, power, and spiritual warfare.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by GQ writer Matthew Roberson to share insight on his recent story on Cubs star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Later, Mully and Haugh discussed how Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and first-year head coach Ben Johnson are forming their working relationship.

Hosted by Burning Bright and Chris Paul, this episode revisits David Fincher's 2011 film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo with fresh eyes and hard questions. The hosts break down the film's grim narrative of elite depravity, ritualistic abuse, and generational corruption, connecting it to real-world stories like Epstein, media psyops, and the weaponization of sexual crimes for cultural engineering. They examine how the film's bleak view of masculinity, its heavy-handed depiction of Nazis, and its graphic scenes of violence and assault blurred the line between storytelling and exploitation. Alongside reflections on Hollywood's complicity and the rise of the “strong female lead” archetype, the conversation veers into how narratives were shaped to seed public demoralization and prime the MeToo era. The hosts also debate whether such stories are cautionary tales or deliberate attempts to normalize the monstrous. As the discussion moves from film critique to cultural analysis, the episode offers a deeper look at how popular media can shape, distort, or reveal uncomfortable truths about the powerful.

In this episode, Burning Bright and Chris Paul dissect Michael Bay's 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, blending film critique with a deeper exploration of the narratives surrounding the 2012 attack. They examine how the movie subtly undermines the official story, portraying the CIA not as saviors but as the true antagonists, hoarding information, obstructing help, and prioritizing their own cover-up over American lives. The discussion explores whether Ambassador Chris Stevens' death was a tragic accident or a deliberate assassination to bury evidence of weapons transfers and clandestine deals. They break down inconsistencies in the narrative, like the tidy explanation for Stevens' cause of death, the dubious claims of resource shortages, and the suspiciously well-prepared mortars that struck the annex. Through thoughtful analysis, they argue that incompetence is often a convenient cover for malice, and they challenge listeners to follow the trail of contradictions to see where it leads. With references to Hillary Clinton's infamous “What difference at this point does it make?” remark and the CIA's “heroism” awards, this episode pushes past surface-level hero worship to question whether the real story was hidden in plain sight.

Burning Bright and Chris Paul dive into Vice, Adam McKay's star-studded portrayal of Dick Cheney, for a sharp, layered discussion about propaganda, controlled opposition, and how narratives are weaponized across decades. They explore how the film cleverly uses the Bush years to smear Trump by proxy, blending truth with cynicism to rebrand neoconservatives as the “good Republicans” liberals can stomach. The hosts dissect the unitary executive theory, the administrative state's grip on power, and why Cheney was never just an outlier but a vessel for the same entrenched system driving perpetual war. From the Iraq invasion's marketing campaign to the hidden hand behind Israel's influence, Chris and Burning Bright examine how McKay's film sidesteps deeper truths in favor of a palatable villain story that leaves the real machine untouched. Along the way, they reflect on their own political awakenings, the legacy of 9/11-era narratives, and the recent echoes of Bush-era rhetoric in the Trump years. Part history lesson, part cultural autopsy, this episode is a reminder that the most effective propaganda is the one that feels true, especially when it flatters the audience's sense of moral superiority.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright dive deep into the 1995 submarine thriller Crimson Tide, exposing its layered regime propaganda and eerie relevance to current global tensions. Against the backdrop of recent narrative warfare around Iran's nuclear program, the hosts dissect how the film primes audiences to trust government authority, dismiss rebels as threats, and frame preemptive strikes as justified. They explore how Denzel Washington's and Gene Hackman's characters represent competing modes of deference, to protocol versus to power, and how these dynamics mirror today's media, military, and political theaters. With precision and wit, Chris and Bright unpack the manipulation of moral perception, the dangers of uncritical obedience to “expert intel,” and the propaganda value of nuclear threats as a narrative ticking clock. Alongside commentary on Trump's narrative maneuvers, CIA information pipelines, and the spectacle of war as politics by other means, this episode is a compelling study in 5th-gen warfare, on screen and off.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Breakfast Ball host Danny Parkins to discuss a variety of topics, including the NBA Finals and Spiegel being set to sing the national anthem before the Cubs game Wednesday at Wrigley Field. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' recent comments on the Doomsday Podcast with Ed Werder about how Chicago's coaching staff guided quarterback Caleb Williams in film study during the 2024 season.

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