The MCS1 Show

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The MCS1 Show

The MCS1 Show is a talk show that humorously covers topics related to society & counter-culture while following the creative adventures of it's host MCS1

  1. 11/25/2024

    At the movies: Borderlands

    MCS1, Caleb, and Merlin review the much-anticipated Borderlands movie, discussing its origins, the challenges faced during pre-production, casting controversies, and the overall disappointment of the film. They reflect on their fond memories of playing the Borderlands video games and how the movie fails to capture the essence of the original material. The conversation also includes audience reactions and humorous comments from viewers who watched the film online. In this conversation, the hosts dissect the film adaptation of Borderlands, highlighting the disappointment of talented actors being cast in poorly executed roles. They discuss the struggles of scriptwriting, character development, and the absurdity of plot points that detract from the overall experience. The conversation also touches on casting choices, the role of humor in action films, and the film's climax and resolution, ultimately reflecting on the movie's quality and its failure to resonate with audiences.

    1h 21m

  2. 10/22/2024

    At the movies: The Flash & the epic quest to save Ezra Miller from jail

    MCS1 and friends discuss the dumpster fire that is the movie The Flash and all its many issues.

    1h 10m

  3. 09/10/2024

    At the movies: Post-pandemic edition

    MCS1 brings back Merlin and Cameron to discuss the current state of movies in a post-pandemic work. Further discussing the impact of money and the need to prioritize and focus on what matters for the movie industry. They also mention the significance of being open to new ideas and embracing challenges.

    1h 39m

  4. 09/03/2024

    At the movies: Caleb's Marvelous Marvel rant

    MCS1 finally breaks down and lets Caleb rant about the MCU. They share their experiences with watching MCU movies and how they were pulled into the franchise despite not being big fans. The conversation also touches on the history of Marvel movies, including the early attempts with X-Men, Spider-Man, and Fantastic Four. The hosts highlight the challenges Marvel faced in creating the MCU and the success of the first Iron Man movie. They also mention the involvement of Stan Lee and the long-term planning that went into the MCU. Phase 1 of the MCU focused on underdog characters and had a more cohesive vision. Phase 2 introduced more social and cultural events around the movies. Good changes included making Black Widow American instead of Russian and giving Hawkeye a larger role. The Guardians of the Galaxy brought together unlikely heroes. The Deadpool movies made changes from the comics, like not portraying his multiple personality disorder. Bradley Cooper's voice acting in Guardians of the Galaxy was impressive. The A-Team movie watching experience was memorable. Phase 2 of the MCU introduced standalone movies that were both successful and disappointing. The early MCU films focused on making good movies rather than just good comic book adaptations. However, some movies, like Iron Man 3, were a wake-up call for Marvel. The introduction of lesser-known characters like Doctor Strange and Ant-Man brought new dynamics to the universe. The Marvel TV shows, like Agents of SHIELD, were inconsistent and marked the beginning of the end for the MCU. Thor: The Dark World and Thor: Ragnarok divided opinions, with the latter making Thor a more comedic character. Inconsistency in character development and writing were prevalent throughout Phase 2. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the Russo Brothers' work on Arrested Development and Community, and how their connection to Community led to many actors from the show being cast in the MCU. They also talk about their love for both shows and their multiple rewatches. The conversation then shifts to the decline of the MCU, with a focus on Captain Marvel and the issues surrounding the character and the movie. They also discuss the problems with time travel in Endgame and the lack of consistency in Tony Stark's character. The hosts conclude by mentioning the lack of direction after Thanos and the introduction of Kang as the next major villain. The conversation methodically reviewed the principal themes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The main themes identified were: 1) The portrayal of Kang the Conqueror as a non-threatening character, 2) The shift towards a more comedic tone in the MCU, 3) The focus on quantity and content over quality and art, and 4) The controversy surrounding the MCU and its treatment of certain demographics. The conversation also touched on the importance of caring about the source material and respecting the legacy of franchises like Marvel and Star Wars. In this final part of the conversation, Caleb and MCS1 play a game where Caleb has to guess whether certain movie premises are from the MCU or random movies. They also play a game where Caleb has to guess whether certain lines are from Marvel movies or something else. They discuss the rise and fall of the MCU and how it relates to the concept of businesses being consumed by their own products. They also touch on the issue of American media relying too heavily on brand recognition and not respecting the source material. The conversation ends with a discussion about the book 'I, Robot' and its critique of humans depending too much on technology and corporations.

    2h 49m

  5. 08/27/2024

    Reflections on society: The Disinformation age

    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 02:58 The Transition to the Disinformation Age 09:11 Encountering Disinformation in Real Life 12:25 The Fear of the Military Draft and Conspiracy Theories 15:18 The PizzaGate Conspiracy Theory 20:17 The Obsession with Home Equity and Disinformation 27:47 The Loose Cannon Coworker 34:01 Let's Get Political 38:31 Exploring Libertarian Stereotypes 42:54 The Propaganda Act of 2012 45:22 Bear Theory: Libertarian Utopias and Wildlife 53:03 Political Beliefs: Nuances and Contradictions 54:16 The Rise of Disinformation and the Role of AI 56:30 Navigating Politics and Socialism Through Humor 01:04:45 Disinformation in Politics 01:06:59 The Dangers of AI-Generated Content 01:09:19 The Importance of Critical Thinking in the Age of Disinformation

    1h 17m

  6. 08/20/2024

    Reflections on Society: Capital G

    00:00 Introducing the New Video Format 04:35 Caleb's Work with Mouts IT and The Order of the Dice 13:30 The Decline of Google's Innovation 15:28 The Graveyard of Google Products 24:53 Jim Cramer's Controversial Financial Predictions 34:57 The Trade-Off: Free Services and Data Privacy 38:57 Personal Experiences with Data Brokers and Privacy Concerns 41:08 Improving Website Visibility with Search Engine Optimization 46:20 The Dark Side of SEO 49:32 Click Farms and Fake Comments 53:55 The Rise of Bots 59:27 Unoriginal and Low-Quality Content on YouTube 01:07:09 AI and the Future of Technology

    1h 8m

  7. 11/22/2022

    Jason David Frank, the king of comic con

    MCS1 returns for a moment to talk about his brief time meeting the late Jason David Frank.

    15 min

  8. 11/26/2019

    Reflections on Society: Your nostalgia is ruining your life

    MCS1 & Caleb discuss nostalgia and how it ruins people's lives. They also talk about how the past really wasn't that great and with the rise of the internet the past has revealed some very dark things.

    52 min
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    The MCS1 Show is a talk show that humorously covers topics related to society & counter-culture while following the creative adventures of it's host MCS1

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    • Creator
      MCS1
    • Years Active
      2016 - 2024
    • Episodes
      112
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Show Website
      The MCS1 Show

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