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Dark Matter - S01E06 - Superposition
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Today’s episode of Dark Matter from AppleTV+ brought a blend of sci-fi and philosophical quandaries for Jim and A.Ron. Non-prime Jason is slipping up in big ways, and his son is paying the price. Daniela is taking action against Jason’s suspicious behavior. Keep your romantic gestures to a minimum. Send feedback to darkmatter@baldmove.com! Badass F…
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HOTD Rewatch: The Lord of the Tides
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Adult Aemond is a truly excellent addition to the cast. King Viserys continues to be one of the most compelling characters in the show. The fuse has been lit for civil war. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts…
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E07 - Book vs. Show!
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Turn the brightness on your TV waaaay up for this episode of House of the Dragon. The children go to war with each other. The spouses are shuffled. And yet MORE kids appear in the book than in the show. Find out which Targaryen bad boys are Jim and A.Ron’s favorites. For this episode Jim and A.Ron cover pages 379 – 386 of the hardcover edition of F…
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E09 - Knight Rider (1982) - S02E18 & 19 - "Goliath Returns"
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We’re back with another shadowy flight with KNIGHT RIDER! In this episode, Michael comes face to face with his most dangerous foe yet; African Prison Rats! Also, Garth Knight, and, I guess, Goliath? It’s a wild and wooly episode and we are ready for it! Next week we close out the season with another returning supervillain in “KITT vs. KARR!” Got so…
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What worlds will Prime Jason find behind the doors in this episode of Dark Matter? As he struggles with the drug and grounding his emotions, Leighton looks to increase his influence. Daniela starts to wonder what will happen to her once Jason finds what he is looking for. Join Jim and A.Ron as they jump from world to world searching for answers. Se…
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Grab your skirt, wig, and saxophone, it’s time for a Hollywood classic! Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon bring the laughs in the well-loved comedy Some Like It Hot. The film was written and directed by Hollywood legend, Billy Wilder. Join Jim and A.Ron as they dive into this glamorous romp of the Golden Age. Join the discussion: Email |…
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Anthony’s favorite episode also happens to be the one wherein Rhaenyra has a dude murdered. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple PodcastsBy TV Firehose
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Now that Jim and A.Ron have seen both the 2024 and 1980 iterations of Shogun, find out how they stack up. Did NBC make a show of the same caliber and passion as Rachel Condo and Justin Marks? Will Jim and A.Ron dare to pick up the 1152 paged tome by James Clavell? Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | …
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E06 - Book vs. Show!
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Jim and A.Ron cover a whopping six pages today of Fire and Blood by George RR Martin! Within the pages is a child absent from House of the Dragon. The relationship between the half-brothers/nephews/uncles (ew) is explored. Daemon and Leana Valyrian’s marriage takes on different elements. For this episode Jim and A.Ron cover pages 372 – 378 of the h…
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The Mad Max Saga continues with Furiosa starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. George Miller drags you back to the desert wasteland for more machines, weapons, and action than you can handle, you wimp. Find out what Jim and A.Ron thought of the latest installment of this epic saga. Badass Fest VI Tickets HERE Join the discussion: Email | Dis…
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) - 40th Anniversary
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From Steven Spielberg comes a decidedly darker iteration of Indiana Jones. Jim and A.Ron have the behind the scenes stories about stunts, on-set injuries, and casting. Join in on the discussion as your hosts ponder the burning question, What makes a movie feel like an ‘Indiana Jones’ movie? Hold on to your costume, that elephant looks hungry.…
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E08 - Small Wonder (1985) - S02E01 - "Smoker’s Delight (Chewed Out)"
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We saved the best very special episode for last! Wait a minute, check that… this is actually the worst. Take a syndicated show about a goofy loser who invents a perfect robot replica of a little girl, and then have them take a strong stand on tobacco with some extremely interesting takes on adolescent privacy and smoking cessation for youth, to put…
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Dark Matter - S01E04 - The Corridor
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Find out what’s in the box in this episode of Dark Matter on AppleTV+. Jim and A.Ron keep tabs on what PJ and NPJ are up to so you can just enjoy the endless possibilities. What happens if doors are opened simultaneously? What is the result of the observer effect? What would you do if you saw your own death? Schrodinger’s cat wants a nap.…
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HOTD Rewatch: The Princess and the Queen
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Steve and Anthony discuss the new actors portraying Rhaenyra and Alicent. Also, Aegon's hobby is a matter of public record.By TV Firehose
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E05 - Book vs. Show!
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In this portion of the adaptation, it’s a question of timing and details, like trying to remember all of the events of a dream after waking. The book's differences feature Cristin Cole’s motivations, Daemon’s relationship with his first wife, and Rhaenyra’s feelings towards Alicent. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 370 - 372 of th…
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Shogun 1980 pulls an interesting detail from the book, both Mariko and Blackthorne communicate in Latin. Though the 2024 adaptation was superior, one thing it will NEVER have is John Rhys-Davies pitching a fit! The differences in Mariko’s portrayal in 1980 by Yoko Shimada and the 2024 version by Anna Sawai are evident. Get the dish on the good and …
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E07 - Little House on the Prairie (1974) - S02E15 - "A Matter of Faith"
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Does this episode even qualify as a very special episode? Maybe as a cautionary tale to keep your tetanus shot updated? Jay and A.Ron ponder this and many other intersections of the tradwife lifestyle and old school settler/colonialism in 19th century America. Plus, an update on how to do CPR properly from a health care professional. They sent alon…
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What’s in the box?! Jim and A.Ron explore the magic of technology and all the mildly interesting parts of this episode. How far will Jason go to keep Daniella? How does the observation of a thing change it? Could someone who has a quantum mechanics degree write into the show pretty, please?By TV Firehose
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Anthony and Steve weigh the evidence of Daemon's wife's murder.By TV Firehose
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E04 - Book vs. Show!
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Prepare for your first full dose of Mushroom! Jim and A.Ron parse through the similarities and differences of the truth and Mushroom’s version of events. Alicent’s duty to the court, the brotherly relationship between Viserys and Daemon, and Rhaenyra’s personhood all come into question. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 365 - 369 o…
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Shogun is over, but the excitement continues. Tune in to hear Jim and A.Ron’s plans for further coverage on the world of Shogun. Did you write in feedback? Listen in as Jim and A.Ron discuss your questions and comments on this season of excellent television.By TV Firehose
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E06 - Punky Brewster (1984) - S02E16 - "Cherie Lifesaver”
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You’re a kid. You’re looking for a great place to hide during the neighborhood hide-n-seek tournament. What’s that? An old abandoned refrigerator? Nobody would ever think to look there! DON’T LET THIS BE YOU! Watch this episode to learn how to no longer properly do CPR, avoid the dangers of laziness when removing doors off retired appliances, and t…
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Dark Matter - S01E02 - Entanglement
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Smart people in crazy situations are fun to watch. Jim and A.Ron are here with the first truly mind-bending episode of Dark Matter. In a turn of events, it’s Jim who gets to say “mildly interesting”. We’ve got Prime and Sub-Prime Jason and Daniella running around. And the ending will blow you away.By TV Firehose
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Dark Matter - S01E01 - Are You Happy in Your Life?
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AppleTV+ has cornered the market on science fiction television. The newest show on their slate is the 2024 adaptation of Dark Matter based on the book of the same name by Blake Crouch. It has everything Jim and A.Ron love; Jennifer Connelly, parallel lives, blinding lights, science, and fiction! Bald Move is giving you day-of coverage so be sure to…
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If Chinatown (1974) were a funny movie, it would be Who Framed Roger Rabbit directed by Robert Zemeckis. Jim and A.Ron chat about the physics of Toontown, Bob Hoskins’ no holds barred performance, and Jim’s level of attraction to Jessica Rabbit. It’s a wild ride through toon humor, governmental corruption, and scenes to traumatize the kids. Yay!…
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HOTD Rewatch: King of the Narrow Sea
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Steve and Anthony discuss the two great tornadoes of chaos, Rhaenyra and Daemon, as they both fail upward.By TV Firehose
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E03 - Book vs. Show!
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With different perspectives on the same story, which one is the right one? From a mere few pages on the book, Daemon comes off as a sociopath, new characters are mentioned, and Team Green appears sympathetic. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 363 - 365 of the hardcover version of Fire and Blood.…
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The Fall Guy show from the 80s gets a modern reincarnation in this David Leitch helmed project. As a man who comes from the stunt world, Leitch did an excellent job of portraying the stunt men and women with life and laughter. It has the action of John Wick and the heart of a romcom. Don’t let “comedy torture” fool you, it’s a good time!…
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E05 - Diff'rent Strokes (1978) - S05E16-17 - "The Bicycle Man”
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Here it is. The tactical nuclear bomb of very special episodes: “The Bicycle Man”. This is some rough stuff, and no wonder it’s become a core gen-x traumatic memory. Are you ready to see Arnold dodge an experienced pedophile while spitting one liners to the audiences’ over the top laugh track despite the absolutely horrible things are happening? If…
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Fans of the 2024 series Shogun on Hulu/FX would be remiss to skip the original series from 1980. Fear not! Jim and A.Ron are here to cover it for your edification. This version of Shogun has all the charm of 1980s television, some differences in production quality, and an appearance from John Rhys-Davies. Does this show hold the same excitement? Le…
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Bald Move is giving the limited series Dark Matter complete coverage. Jim is a fan of Blake Crouch’s sci-fi novels and both guys are keen to give this AppleTV+ adaptation a watch. Listen in for coverage plans, news on the adaptation, and where to subscribe!By TV Firehose
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Shogun is over, but the excitement continues. Tune in to hear Jim and A.Ron’s plans for further coverage on the world of Shogun. Did you write in feedback? Listen in as Jim and A.Ron discuss your questions and comments on this season of excellent television.By TV Firehose
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HOTD Rewatch: The Second of His Name
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Steve and Anthony cover the third episode of HOTD season one. Then Anthony talks with High Valyrian creator, David Peterson.By TV Firehose
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E02 - Book vs. Show!
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If you’ve been watching Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, you’ve heard the name Ryan Condal. Condal’s direction of the show greatly expands on just a few pages of the book to make the second episode of HOTD. The adaptation greatly develops the characters of Prince Daemon and Criston Cole. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 36…
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Shogun - S01E10 - A Dream of a Dream
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How do you feel when you wake from a dream? Excited? Confused? Angry? It probably depends on the dream and your interpretation of it. As you might expect, this particular dream of a finale is likely to be divisive.By TV Firehose
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E04 - Full House (1987) - S04E08 - "Shape Up”
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Ah, Full House, that wholesome mainstay of TGIF television where an x-rated comic, a male model, and the guy who turns out is dating one teenage Alanis Morrisette, raise two adorable girls and a toddler terrorist. Today the Tanners are in trouble. DJ is trying to fit into a bikini in time for her friend’s birthday party just weeks away, and she’s k…
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The Raid 2, directed by Gareth Evans, is a stomach-churning follow up to The Raid: Redemption (2011). Jim and A.Ron chat about their relationship with this franchise and their impressions on this sequel. It features Indonesian martial arts, a great cast, and every single action trope. Viewers are warned that the violence in this film is brutal.…
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Steve and Anthony discuss the ethics of political marriage in episode 102 of House of the Dragon (The Rogue Prince). Then Dr. Iain MacInnis answers a listener question about extra-marital affairs in medieval politics.By TV Firehose
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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD - S01E01 - Book vs. Show!
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This is not a drill. A.Ron convinced Jim to read a fantasy novel. GASP! The guys are getting back into the spirit of House of the Dragon by reading Fire and Blood by George R.R. Martin. Listen and read along as the book is held up to the show. There will be no spoilers for anything that hasn't happened in season one of House of the Dragon.…
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It’s a slick episode of Shogun. Mariko, played by Anna Sawai, has been a stand out character since the pilot. In this episode she unleashes her full power and charges full steam ahead into battle. Yabushige is just as psychotic and humorous as before. Would he make a last minute “conversion” to save his own skin? It might be the laugh Jim and A.Ron…
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E03 - Saved by the Bell (1989) - S02E09 - “Jessie’s Song”
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Coke? Don’t make me laugh? Meth? Kid’s stuff. Alcohol? Mother’s milk. The real threat to teenagers way back in the 1900’s was the demon caffeine. It even brought down squeeky clean, driven, intelligent young women with bright future prospects. Take Jessie here. One bad Geometry exam and she’s hitting that bottle harder than Frank Thomas. Gather you…
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King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017)
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Director Guy Ritchie brings his style to the classic myth in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017). With the great cast and fun design, why did it get 30% on Rotten Tomatoes? Jim and A.Ron are here to hash that out. It has bigger elephants than Lord of the Rings, but the story is all over the place. Is this movie made of the stuff of legend?…
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HOTD Rewatch: The Heirs of the Dragon
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Steve and Anthony review the first episode of HOTD season 1. Anthony talks with Dr. Natalie Goodison about medieval birthing and Dr. Iain MacInnis about how medieval folk dealt with dead bodies.By TV Firehose
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Kill Bill: Volume 2 (2004) 20th Anniversary
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Following their coverage of Kill Bill: Volume 1, Jim and A.Ron are back to cover Kill Bill: Volume 2 to complete the set. It’s an ultra-violent, ultra-visceral, ultra-Tarantino movie. Between the feet, blood, and swords, Jim and A.Ron try to dissect the enigma of this movie. Even seasoned action lovers should bring a barf bag.…
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House of the Dragon - Jim, A.Ron, and Anthony's Season 2 Plans
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Jim, A.Ron, and Anthony discuss their plans for covering season 2 of House of the Dragon.By TV Firehose
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Hazel Grian and Pádraig MacCarron discuss Jon's relationship to Ygritte and his first magical encounter with a weirwood tree.By TV Firehose
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Shogun - S01E08 - The Abyss of Life
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In this episode of Shogun, Jim and A.Ron clock the character changes. Toranaga is at the beginning of something great. Yabushige is ranking deaths. Mariko has a wicked kill. Blackthorne beats up his fellow sailors. There is change on the horizon for this world.By TV Firehose
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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! - S03E02 - Family Ties (1984) - S02E014 - “Say Uncle”
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We’re continuing our nostalgic look back at the Very Special episodes of yesteryear with a look into how the Keatons handle an alcoholic Tom Hanks on “Family Ties”. Uncle Ned is struggling, but Hanks being Hanks still draws plenty of increasingly inappropriate laughter from the audience. Can his family win him over with some tough love? If you’re n…
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Maester Class: Music and Literacy in Warfare
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Dr. Kelly DeVries explains the various ways that battle strategy was learned and communicated. Did medieval warlords use music on the battlefield?By TV Firehose
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Dev Patel stars and makes his directorial debut this year with Monkey Man. This is a stylish movie from the costume design, to the music, to the fights. Jim and A.Ron were fully engrossed in the desperate violence and action that is woven through the story. If you’re a fan of slick action, this is the next movie for you to check out.…
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