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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This week, Justine and Mike talk origins of Science Fiction. They discuss the debate of the first Sci-fi work and whether or not it dates back to Ancient Sumer. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Bomb Topics Discussed: The Epic of Gilgamesh Lester Del Rey Pierre Versins Ramayana Age of Reason Johannes Kepler's Somnium Carl Sagan Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Robert Louis Stevenson The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Jules Verne H.G. Wells Journey to the Center of the Earth Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea The Time Machine War of the Worlds Alien Westworld Star Wars Blade Runner Mad Max The Matrix Firefly/Serenity Dune Ex Machina Check-out Topics Movie/Tv Suggestions Marvel The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_science_fiction https://www.gradesaver.com/the-epic-of-gilgamesh/study-guide/summary#:~:text=Gilgamesh%20is%20the%20Priest%2DKing,that%20they%20can%20have%20peace.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Justine and Mike take a trip down old video game lane in this week's episode. They discuss the history of video games and consoles and each give us their top 5 most nostalgic video games. Join in on the discussion at slackofalltrades.com Word of the Day: Easter Egg Topics discussed: MIT 3D Tic Tac Toe Moon Landing IBM 1560 Sanders Associates Ralph Baer Magnavox Magnavox Odyssey Stanford University Nolan Bushnell Ted Dabney Nutting Associates Atari Alan Alcorn Pong Space Invaders Nintendo 64 Playstation Gameboy Nintendo NES Sega Genesis Justine's Picks Pokemon Snap Twisted Metal The Unholy War Cool Spot X-Men Mike's Picks Hot Wheels Stunt Track Driver Gran Turismo 3-A-Spec Super Mario World 3 Portal 1 & 2 Tony Hawk's Underground Honerable Mentions Roller Coaster Tycoon Duck Hunt, Paper Boy Dodgeball Track and Field Super Mario Bros Katamari Damacy Disney Adventures in the Magic Kingdom ATV: Offroad Fury Godzilla Destroy All Monsters  Metroid Prime 1 & 2 Metroid Fusion Majora’s Mask & Windwaker Banjo Kazooie Clay fighter Donkey kong country Crash bandicoot Spyro the dragon Check Out Topics Clone Wars Sith Rule of 2 X-Men Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_video_games https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Snap https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twisted_Metal https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Unholy_War https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cool_Spot https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-Men_(1993_video_game) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Wheels_Stunt_Track_Driver https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Turismo_3:_A-Spec https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Mario_Bros._3 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hawk%27s_Underground https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_(video_game)