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Probably not the Batman film you expected us to review next. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

It's not every day that people talk about wars, and their fiscal, social, and political consequences...right? Much less have an opinion goaded in unfettered bias amidst the advent of the internet. ...Right? Join us today as we embark on a ride of a lifetime - to give a brief (and witty) look at those who served on the front lines of the entire 2003 endeavor onward. And by "front lines", we mean those FRONTing the entire operation. https://theintercept.com/2023/03/15/iraq-war-where-are-they-now/ Social media: Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube * * * * * "Rollin at 5 - 210" Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Unported License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ * * * * * "Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Matt, Drew and Ryan talk about the world of datings apps, their effectiveness and how they *might* differ between Los Angeles and Santa Clarita, and California and Massachusetts. Matt also talks about a recent film review he published through Geeks of Color. Check out his thoughts on the latest DC film "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" here. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Stemming directly from regularly-scheduled programming, Sebastian Schug - co-host of Mars on Life - branches outward from traditional commentary fare surrounding the arts and overall society to a speculative lens of wit. Join a commentating journey ranging from topics surrounding financial nepotism concerning politicos to the opportunity in retroactively leveling a city for the sake of architectural chips on shoulders. There's also talk of machines taking over our subconscious - if you can believe that. Social media: Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube "Rollin at 5 - 210" Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Unported License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Have you filed your taxes? Sebastian wants to know, as well as whether or not COVID-19 won ahead of its three-year anniversary. We also talk about how much the skills of a leader can instill hope or take it away, as we hear down the boulevard of one of our co-hosts.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Sincerely" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

ChatGPT: Way of the future or rise of the machines? Sebastian and Ryan find out.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Seb is back thrifting, Matt’s in the midst of speed dating while Drew and Ryan were in a blizzard. How does one touch grass when lawns in Massachusetts AND California are blanketed in snow? And hey…what ever happened to weekends? Then we move on to some recent news focused on the attempts to edit the published works of Roald Dahl and Ian Fleming. It's quite difficult to assess this in any other way than to describe this move as an attempt at censorship.  In case you're wondering why we're a day early, stay tuned for later this week! Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

"Mars on Life" turns 3! Andrew and Matt celebrate listening to Ryan and Sebastian's very first episode from Feb. 26, 2020, in a different world and in a different recording location. Does the episode still hold up? Sit back and celebrate with us.  We also want to give a well-deserved happy 25th birthday wish to cohost and "Mars on Life" cofounder Sebastian Schug. An Italian man once wisely said, "It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward." If 25 could have a lesson attached to it, that's the one.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Your laser coin will make a fine addition to my collection. Happy birthday, Sebastian Schug! Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Jimmy Carter is in the news while President's Day has us looking at the recent news regarding Gov. Nikki Haley's presidential run. What does that mean for the oldest elephants in the room? Check out Time's article on the campaign announcement: https://time.com/6255878/nikki-haley-2024-announcement/ Our cohosts also talk about the state of the world, whether it's the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria or the catastrophic disaster in East Palestine, Ohio. With so much doom in the news, what solace is there for people beleaguered by fictional disasters becoming reality? Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Sebastian and Ryan are back to give some new thoughts on the State of the Union that could shine some light on how the 2024 Election shakes out. Then they take a detour through the magical world of Harry Potter and the new video game. We reference and recommend checking out verilybitchie's YouTube channel and her thoughts on the colossal consumerism of the "Harry Potter" franchise. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Here's our *second* coda to our *second* discussion on the State of the Union.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Matt's back! We talk about his new podcast "The Dark Domain" and catch up with how he's been since our "break." Our hosts also talk about how although the arts seem less fun, there's also a hefty cost to having fun. It feels so much less so when everything is so goddamn expensive.  Stay tuned for later in the program for some announcements regarding two new miniseries coming soon.  If you want to tune in to "The Dark Domain," head over to the link here. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Variation of Egmont" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Enigma" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Covert Affair" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Is there an end goal to politicking? Does politics have anything to do with bipartisanship and everything to do with power? In our coda to the State of the Union discussion, we (somewhat) answer these questions and more.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

What IS the state of our union? Watch for a bonus episode providing an extended coda to our conversation. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Join us as we launch our fourth season discussing – what else? – the arts, specifically with a trip to the Worcester Art Museum by Drew and Ryan. From there we talk about the usefulness of works of art over the years, and how much value absorbing oneself into a museum's galleries can enlighten the boredoms of life. We also reflect on state identity and how our resident "Massholes" cope with it. We may be three-quarters of a squad, but rest assured that Brother Matt will return soon.  Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Nowhere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Time to depart the cosmic shores. Season Four of "Mars on Life," coming soon. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Americana" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

The Season Three finale is here. We close 2022 on yet another reflective look at ourselves and the past season. Along with a long-awaited rant, we open up at how we kept ourselves grounded throughout the pandemic and where our hobbies have taken us at this stage of the pandemic and in our lives.  Once again, we thank everyone who supported us along the way. We wish you all strength and redemption going into the new year. May the wind be on our backs. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Andrew Martinez: @andrewomartinez (Twitter) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Man Down" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

The boys celebrate Ryan's birthday with another discussion on how one accomplishes landing a job with a college degree – or a master's degree and higher, more likely. Hopefully, brushing up on Barbara Ehrenreich's "Fear of Falling" will start to answer more questions for one of our intrepid cohosts who received it.  Finally, Sebastian reviews "Velvet Buzzsaw." To hear Ryan and Drew's review, check out "Hoboman Mindset." For the movie's first mention, check out "'Once, I Built a Railroad.'" John Lennon, Jordan Peterson, Slavoj Žižek and Ben Shapiro make appearances. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Gregorian Chant" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support

Much love and respect to LA's late wildcat P-22. He was euthanized over the weekend after living with injuries he sustained after he was reportedly hit by a vehicle along with severe health problem. With all the natural spaces dwindling across the city, P-22's mountain lion brothers and sisters are racing against the clock. Such a shame. We also continue where we left off last week about John Kennedy, as *some* of the remaining files pertaining to his assassination were declassified. What does it mean that information remains redacted after almost six decades? Does the secrecy help boost the reputation of a president whose star has faded in recent years? Would the release of the remaining documents result in a sigh of relief rather than a "national security" threat? From the standpoints of truth and history, manmade controversies should be deflated. Social media: Mars on Life: @marsonlifeshow on Twitter and Instagram Sebastian Schug: Seabass on YouTube Ryan Mancini: @mancinira (Twitter) and @manciniryan (Instagram) Matt Fernandez: @matt_fern (Twitter) and @thewoodseyninja (Instagram) Artwork by Zachary Erberich (@zacharyerberichart) "Space X-plorers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mars-on-life-show/support