Episode 29: Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians VS. Firefly, Top 5 Awesome Mix Songs

Super Fantastic Nerd Hour!

"I am Groot!" We go on a cosmic voyage with the Guardians of the Galaxy! How did this obscure Marvel comic become one of the most anticipated films of the summer? Does it live up to its hype? How does the film's massive nostalgia explosions and its Awesome Mix Vol. 1 impact audiences? Is this the first Marvel Studios film to have a captivating 3rd act? In the INFINITE CROSSOVER CHAMBER, who's a better team - the Guardians of the Galaxy or the crew of Firefly? We share our own top 5 songs to save the galaxy.

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Show Notes

• 0:00 – 33:56: Guardians of the Galaxy.
• 33:57 – 49:57: INFINITE CROSSOVER CHAMBER: Guardians VS. Firefly.
• 49:58 – 01:00:13: Top 5 Awesome Mix Songs.

Links

• San Diego Comic Con 2012 Guardians of the Galaxy Announcement
• 12 Guardians Of the Galaxy Facts The Movie Won't Tell You
• How A 1980s Walkman Changed Guardians of the Galaxy Completely
• What Happens When Indie Directors Take on Big Franchises in Hollywood?
• How a Walkman Makes Guardians of the Galaxy an Awesome Psychological Experience
• 7 Ways Guardians of the Galaxy Reminds Us of the Star Wars Movies
• How Real-Life Science Influenced Guardians of the Galaxy
• Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol.1
• Music is a Social, Mood Altering, Time Machine
• Director James Gunn on How He Chose the Music in Guardians of the Galaxy
• Watch Vin Diesel Proclaim "I Am Groot" In A Variety Of Languages
• ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Astounds With $160.4 Mil Global Debut
• James Gunn Will Write and Direct a Guardians Sequel for 2017
• Why ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Is This Generation’s ‘The Last Starfighter’
• Here Is What Groot And Rocket Look Like On The Guardians Set Before CG
• Private 'Guardians Of The Galaxy' Viewing For Bill Mantlo

Top 5 Awesome Mix Songs

Conrad:

1. Wave of Mutilation - Pixies
2. Hold On - Tom Waits
3. A New England - Billy Bragg
4. No Action - Elvis Costello & the Attractions
5. The Passenger - Iggy Pop and Stooges

Ali:

1. Heroes - David Bowie
2. Good Times - Sam Cook
3. Stand By Me - John Lennon
4. Dancing In The Street - Martha & the Vandellas
5. Tonight, Tonight - The Smashing Pumpkins

Honorable Mentions:

Conrad:

• Queen Bitch - David Bowie
• Career Opportunities - The Clash
• Save Me - Aretha Franklin
• Roadrunner #1 - The Modern Lovers
• Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space - Spiritualized

Ali:

• With A Little Help From My Friends - Joe Cocker
• Standing Outside the Fire - Garth Brooks
• Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours - Stevie Wonder
• I Won't Back Down - Johnny Cash
• Take a Picture - Filter