21 episodes
In My Defense Podcast Christian Rivero
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- Society & Culture
In My Defense is a show for geeks who want to share their most beloved subject matter with the world. Guests come on every week to let their geek flag fly, covering subject matter across the spectrum from movies, TV, sports, philosophy and more.
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Episode 20: Zorro's Shadow w/Stephen Andes
On this week’s long-overdue episode, guest Stephen Andes is on to discuss the legendary American folk hero, El Zorro. What about Zorro made Stephen want to write a whole book about the character? How has the legacy of Zorro affected the American myth around superheroes? How has that legacy changed over time? And over a century, what are some of our favorite story moments surrounding one of America’s first vigilante legends? All this and more on The In My Defense Podcast!
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Episode 19: Superman (Good or Bad Character?)
What's that in your feed? It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's the In My Defense Podcast! We are back in the new year all the way from Krypton to discuss if Superman really is as boring as people say he is. Terrance and Marcus join the show to ask the hard-hitting questions. What makes the true Superman? What comic-book moment consistently makes Christian cry? And did Marcus really write up notes for this? All this and more on The In My Defense Podcast!
Hero Down by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3868-hero-down
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Episode 18: Santa Claus Lore
Every year, the world is constantly bombarding us with images and tales of a jolly old man, with a big round belly, a smile, and a bright red suit being pulled on a magical sleigh, pulled by eight tiny reindeer. But there is so much more to Santa Claus than being the most generous reverse-cat-burglar in the world. Deep down, is a rich history of violence, faith, and demon-slaying that proves that good old Kris Kringle is much more metal than we give him credit for. Join Nic Saenz and Host Christian Rivero as we ask; What could have possibly earned Santa a night in jail? Where the army of polar bears come from? What dark truth lurks behind the Santa Clause franchise? All on this week’s episode of the In My Defense Podcast!
Coventry Carol by Alexander Nakarada
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7184-coventry-carol
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
X-Mas In The House by Frank Schröter
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7140-x-mas-in-the-house
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Carol Of The Bells by Alexander Nakarada
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7138-carol-of-the-bells-metal-version
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Episode 17: Geopolitics
On this week’s episode, Misael guests to discuss one of his favorite topics; Geopolitics and how geography can ultimately effect how different nations and states are affected by their location and the types of land they’re home to. What is Geopolitics and why is it simpler than it sounds? Why does this all really boil down to empathy? What does Avatar: The Last Airbender have to do with any of this? Find out this week on the In My Defense Podcast!
Cold Funk by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3522-cold-funk
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Episode 16: Filmmaking feat. Gabriel Rhenals
This week on the cast, I am joined by director Gabriel Rhenals discussing the art of film from the perspective of an indie filmmaker, and what it was like working on his very first feature, For My Sister, now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. What difficulties does one run into on the indie scene? How an we use film to play with the perspectives of our audience? And what is it that separates film from other mediums of storytelling? Find out on this week’s episode of the In My Defense Podcast.
You can learn more about Gabriel and what he’s working on here
For My Sister socials include:
FMS on Facebook: @ForMySisterMovieFMS on Instagram: @formysistermovieFMS on Twitter:@formysistermov
If you ever find yourself struggling with mental illness, don’t hesitate to reach out to the following resources and remember, you’re not alone.
Top helpline resources on The National Alliance of Mental Illness
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
The Crisis Text Line: Text SUPPORT to 741-741
US helplines by area
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Episode 15: Danny Devito
November 17th. A special day in history. For on the day this episode is released, it is Danny Devito’s birthday. Danny Devito, National treasure that he is, turns 76 years old today, and this episode is dedicated to him. Sit with Christian and Guillermo Figueroa (Designer of the In My Defense Logo) as we lightly discuss the life and career of one of the most influential names in Hollywood. Seriously.
For all things Gizmo, check him out here