Bingeworthy Drive to Ants

In what might be the biggest gimmie in the history of the show, Sean picks the classic cartoon, X-Men: The Animated Series. Wonder what this panel will say about it…







AI Generated Show notes because they still make me laugh:







In this conversation, the hosts discuss their recent experiences at a convention and their excitement for upcoming video game releases. They also touch on the topic of voice actors and their dedication to their roles. The conversation then transitions to a discussion about the Destiny 2 video game and the upcoming final expansion. The hosts share their thoughts and plans for playing the game. The conversation concludes with a brief mention of a new indie game called Sirens. The conversation starts with casual banter and introductions. They discuss the new Alien Romulus trailer and the upcoming Lego Star Wars movie. They also mention a Darth Revan helmet replica and the possibility of Revan being brought into canon. The conversation touches on the Old Republic theme in merchandise and the potential for more Old Republic content in the future. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their thoughts on the Deadpool movies and Ryan Reynolds as an actor. They also talk about the X-Men animated series from the 90s and the upcoming X-Men 97 series. The hosts express their excitement for watching the X-Men animated series and discuss their favorite episodes. They also mention other animated shows like Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends and Spider-Man. The conversation ends with the hosts deciding to watch the first two episodes of the X-Men animated series, titled ‘Night of the Sentinels.’ The conversation covers various topics related to the X-Men animated series, including childhood memories, animation styles, character dynamics, and audience reception. The hosts discuss their experiences with the show and its impact on them. They also touch on the animation techniques used in the series, such as the use of 3D models. The conversation explores the show’s themes and its place in the larger context of animated series at the time. Overall, the hosts express their nostalgia for the show and appreciate its significance. The conversation explores the impact of 90s cartoons on children’s behavior and attention spans. It is suggested that children who watch 90s media have fewer meltdowns and temper tantrums when separated from screens. The discussion also touches on the fast-paced nature of modern children’s programming and the constant stimulation it provides. The hosts reflect on the differences between 90s cartoons and current shows, noting that older cartoons took more risks and were less formulaic. The conversation concludes with a mention of Steve Burns, the former host of Blue’s Clues, and his decision to leave the show due to concerns about his changing appearance. The conversation covers various topics, including nostalgia, video games, animated series, and family heirlooms. They discuss the impact of nostalgia on markets and the value of nostalgia-driven items like Pokemon cards and old video games. They also talk about how animated series from the 90s treated kids seriously and didn’t talk down to them. The conversation touches on the rapid development of media and the changing landscape of children’s attention spans. They also mention the prevalence of advertising in today’s media and the challenges of monopolizing children’s time. The conversation ends on a lighter note with discussions about upcoming video games and positive news about oyster reef restoration and engagement rings.

We’re Back! Season 4 kicks off with a Crystal picking a show that not an anime. With real people, like actors! And it’s American!







Person of Interest is available on Amazon Prime

More AI created show notes:







SummaryIn this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including domain transfer, the Grammys, toxic fandoms, new games, console wars, Microsoft’s announcement, and Apple’s VR headset. The conversation covers topics such as recalls and safety issues, TV shows, and the show Hasbin Hotel. It also includes a discussion on the plot and criticism of Hasbin Hotel, as well as a segment on technical difficulties.







Takeaways









* Transferring a domain and waiting for DNS can be a time-consuming process.







* The Grammys and the music industry have been criticized for snubbing Black women.







* Toxic fandoms can be harmful and create a negative environment for fans.







* Microsoft’s announcement about Xbox becoming more inclusive of third-party publishers is seen as a natural progression.







* Console wars have become less relevant as each platform has its own strengths and exclusive titles.







* Apple’s VR headset has received mixed reactions due to its high price and restrictions on content. Recalls and safety issues can be a cause for concern and frustration for consumers.







* TV shows and their reception can vary, and not all seasons may be as well-received as others.







* Hasbin Hotel is a show that centers around a hotel in hell and explores the concept of redemption.







* The pacing and time constraints of the first season of Hasbin Hotel have been criticized, but the show has been cleared for a second season.

While we wait for the long delayed season 4, listen as our panel compares their top 10 most bingeable shows with that of a list Sean found on the internet.







Also for fun, I ran the episode through an AI program. Here is the word of word “show notes” it outputted:







The hosts discuss various topics including communist Steven, found footage movies, Mr. Beast’s candy bars, gripes about Destiny and Bungie, the problem with unfinished games, and their personal criteria for binge-worthy shows. The conversation explores the factors that make a show binge-worthy, including discovering new things in rewatches, personal preferences for binge-worthy shows, mood and investment in story, and connection with characters. The hosts then review a top 30 list of binge-worthy shows, discussing their thoughts on each show. The chapters cover a range of shows, including The Wire, American Horror Story, The Walking Dead, Orange is the New Black, The Mandalorian, Grey’s Anatomy, Better Call Saul, Peaky Blinders, How I Met Your Mother, Prison Break, Band of Brothers, and Parks and Recreation. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various TV shows and their rankings. They compare The Office and Parks and Recreation, talk about the long-running show Criminal Minds, and share their thoughts on Ozark, Shameless, House, and This Old House. They also discuss Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Supernatural, Batman: The Animated Series, and the K-drama Juvenile Justice. This part of the conversation covers various TV shows and their themes. It discusses the influence of adults on minors’ behavior, the importance of consequences and different parenting styles, misunderstandings about gentle parenting, humorous parenting solutions, the realistic portrayal of ADHD in media, the impact of TV shows on parenting, the resurrection of Tony Almeida in 24, the character development and surprises in Westworld, the problematic nature of The Big Bang Theory, the similarities between Fringe and The X-Files, the silliness and ridiculousness of What We Do in the Shadows and Taskmaster, and the expanded characters and overwhelming force in Clone Wars. In this part of the conversation, the topics discussed include the system and instructions, the tap water conspiracy, memory under pressure, dislike of tap water, working out the code, attacking the biscuit, whacking and yanking, undermining the vole, and a review and conclusion. The chapter titles reflect the main themes of each section. In this episode, the hosts discuss the idea of making their TV ranking an annual event to track changes over time. They also consider doing genre-specific rankings and revisit the concept of least bingeable shows. The Good Place is mentioned as a potential top pick. The hosts discover that they have several top picks in common. They also mention a recent show that blew their minds. The episode concludes with some humorous banter and final thoughts.

On this special episode, the panel discuss and rank the most toxic fan bases of all time.

After stumbling upon the show on YouTube, Matt has become obsessed with British comedy series Taskmaster. A show about comedians completing random, pointless tasks to earn equally pointless prizes. Matt thinks the panel will find it just as enthralling as he does.







Taskmaster is available for purchase from iTunes and Amazon Video.