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5D AGO

'Foundation' S3E3 'When a Book Finds You'

Welcome back to ‘Foundation’ by Story Archives. In this episode, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into season three, episode three titled "When a Book Finds You", highlighting the political intrigue and world-building elements that are making the series come into its own. They discuss key scenes including a Game of Thrones-esque political party, alliances, and character developments. The hosts also delve into the significant roles played by characters such as the Mule, Han Pritcher, and Gail. Complex plot points are unraveled, such as the existence of the second foundation, Han Pritcher's double agent status, and the mysterious plans of Harry Selden. Listen to their in-depth analysis and predictions for the rest of the season. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:11 Political Intrigue and Character Dynamics 01:49 Foundation's Unique Tone and Style 02:46 The Mule's Encounter and Revelations 04:55 Narration Critique and Storytelling 06:25 Character Abilities and Speculations 07:34 Plot Developments and Theories 15:56 Cleon Dynasty and Historical References 19:12 Religious Elements and Memory Wipes 22:39 Emperor's Fate and Speculations 25:35 Lee Pace's Dynamic Character 26:25 Brotherly Bonding Moments 27:24 Individual Paths and Secret Ploys 29:42 The Mystery of Harry Selden 32:43 Speculations and Predictions 41:35 Favorite Characters and Scenes 45:32 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Shows Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

5d ago

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46 min
JUL 22

'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'

Welcome back to another episode of Foundation by Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this episode, they delve into season three, episode two titled 'Shadows in the Math.' Mario and Zachary discuss Gail's emerging leadership role in the Second Foundation, Harry's decision to abandon cryosleep, and the complex plots involving Brother Day, Dusk, and Don. The conversation explores the ominous new super weapon likened to a 'death star,' the intricate relationships between the characters, and future developments involving the mule. The episode also highlights the importance of upcoming alliances and the potential existence of unknown life forms that could impact psychohistory. Both hosts share their favorite characters and scenes, shed light on the significance of key moments, and reflect on the narrative direction under new showrunner Ian Goldberg.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:42 Gail's Role in the Second Foundation01:24 The Mule and the Third Crisis01:59 Empire's Secret Plots03:47 Gail's Monologues and Present Day10:15 Harry's Journey and Mystical Elements19:02 Speculations and Theories26:19 Character Dynamics and Future Predictions32:54 Investment Talk and Closing Remarks33:44 Robinhood IPO Opportunity34:19 Meme Coin Supercycle Thesis34:43 The Mule's Hedonistic Side35:49 Game of Thrones vs. Foundation36:36 Cali's Mysterious Origin37:49 Psychohistory and Harry's Plan41:54 The Invictus Mystery45:27 Black Holes and the Universe47:52 Gail and Don's Alliance52:33 New Showrunner for Foundation55:59 Favorite Characters and Scenes01:02:00 Outro and Personal Updates

Jul 22

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1h 3m
JUL 17

'Foundation' S3E1 'A Song for the End of Everything'

Welcome back to the long-awaited return of Foundation on Apple TV. In this episode, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into the first episode of season three titled, 'A Song for the End of Everything.' They discuss key plot elements, characters, and predictions for the rest of the season. Highlights include the introduction of the Mule, the evolving character dynamics among the Cleons, and the ambitious task of continuing a storyline that spans centuries. Get ready for an in-depth discussion as the hosts share their immediate reactions and theories. 00:00 Welcome Back to Foundation Season 3! 01:25 Initial Reactions and Predictions 02:31 The Importance of Season 3 02:49 Viewership and Popularity Concerns 03:30 World-Building and Character Development 04:41 Theories and Speculations 06:08 Empire vs. Foundation Dynamics 08:55 Character Arcs and Humanization 18:06 The Mule's Threat and Predictions 22:53 Casting Choices and Comparisons 24:00 Recognizing Familiar Faces 24:41 Connecting TV Shows and Theories 26:33 Character Analysis and Speculations 28:27 Foundation's New Developments 30:17 Visual Marvels and Art Direction 36:18 Favorite Moments and Characters 43:03 Final Thoughts and Outro Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

Jul 17

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45 min
JUL 4

'28 Years Later' Film Review

Welcome back to Story Archives! In this episode, Mario Buso and Zachary Newton review '28 Years Later,' directed by Danny Boyle. They share their reactions to the film's storyline and intense scenes, compare it to previous entries in the '28 Days/Weeks' franchise, and discuss the unique dynamics of its characters. The hosts also explore themes of survival, morality, and build their ultimate zombie apocalypse survival teams from various fictional characters. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter 00:39 Summer Blockbuster Hype 01:05 Review of '28 Years Later' 04:54 Favorite and Least Favorite Parts 05:55 Father-Son Dynamic 08:23 Comparisons to Previous Films 16:18 Opening Sequence Analysis 01:30 Character Analysis: Dr. Kelson 35:46 Disagreement on Dr. Kelson's Character 36:39 Spike's Mother's Decision and the Fat Thing 38:54 The Rage Virus Theory 41:58 Jimmy's Crew and the Upside-Down Bodies 47:08 Danny Boyle's Top 5 Movies 56:50 Zombie Apocalypse Team Selection 01:04:33 Unexpected Choices in Top Five 01:05:03 Debating John Wick's Group Dynamics 01:05:49 Rick Grimes: The Ultimate Leader 01:06:27 Arnold Schwarzenegger vs. Other Action Heroes 01:08:37 Zombie Apocalypse Survival Strategies 01:14:39 Moral Dilemmas in Survival Scenarios 01:28:36 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

Jul 4

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1h 31m
JUN 13

What you should be watching in TV and Film right now

In this episode of Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into the current must-watch TV shows and movies, discussing their personal high-level reviews and what they're excited about on the horizon. They cover 'Foundation' Season 3, teasers from Apple TV including 'Invasion' Season 3 and 'The Bear' on Hulu, and Netflix releases like 'Wednesday' and 'Stranger Things.' They also talk about the significance of popular ongoing series, including the potential impact of Netflix's new episodic release strategy. The episode touches on notable TV shows they've been watching like 'Murderbot,' 'Sirens,' 'Stick,' and 'Slow Horses,' and movies such as 'Ford v Ferrari' and 'Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning.' The hosts share insights on the state of streaming services, the challenges in the industry, and the broader landscape of original content creation.00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:54 Current TV and Film Landscape01:32 Netflix's Upcoming Releases04:17 Three Body Problem and Netflix's New Studio06:42 AI and Job Replacement in the Film Industry08:01 Recent Watches and Recommendations14:02 Stick: A New Show to Watch23:01 Apple's Dominance in Original Content24:51 Discussing Upcoming TV Shows26:15 Recent Movie Watches29:03 Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning Review35:12 Family-Friendly Movie Recommendations36:30 Books and Reading Habits39:18 Exciting New TV Shows41:12 Speculations on the Next James Bond43:11 Upcoming Movie Releases46:09 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement

Jun 13

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47 min
MAY 7

'The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 4 Deep Dive

Welcome back to ‘Last of Us’ by Story Archives. In this episode, hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton dive into season two, episode four, titled 'Day One'. They discuss Josh Peck's cameo, the return of Jeffrey Wright as Isaac, and a notable lack of filler episodes in the season. The conversation touches on the adaptation’s fidelity to the video game, HBO's approach to graphic content, and the intense subway scene. They also delve into character dynamics, particularly between Ellie and Dina, and speculate on future plot directions. Additionally, there are tangents into related entertainment topics including upcoming sports events, video game releases, and other shows. Tune in for an in-depth discussion and tangents aplenty. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts 00:22 Josh Peck's Cameo and Career 01:50 Season Two Overview 02:47 Ellie's Character Development 04:05 HBO's Bold Choices 08:39 Jeffrey Wright and Casting Choices 10:17 WLF and Faction Dynamics 15:26 Horse Racing and Personal Anecdotes 18:15 GTA 6 Trailer and Video Game Talk 19:19 Ellie and Dina's Music Shop Scene 25:36 Intense Subway Scene Breakdown 27:39 Ellie's Bite and Dina's Dilemma 30:19 Dina's Pregnancy Revelation 31:15 Mormon Reality Show Tangent 37:48 HBO 4K Quality Discussion 40:32 Favorite Scenes and Characters 44:18 Upcoming TV Shows and Final Thoughts Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

May 7

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47 min
MAY 29

'The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 6 & 7 finale Deep Dive

In this episode of Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton recap the finale of The Last of Us Season 2, discussing episodes six and seven. They touch on their own battles with sickness, as well as upcoming TV shows they plan to cover, such as Foundation Season 3 and The Bear Season 4. The hosts delve into episode specifics, including character critiques, especially focusing on Ellie and her contentious decisions. They share their admiration for Jesse, analyze the dynamic between Joel and Ellie, and criticize some of the show's storytelling choices. The discussion also hints at future storylines and the impact of long wait times between seasons. The episode concludes with a call for audience input and a brief mention of the Harry Potter casting news. 00:00 Introduction and Host Updates 01:16 Upcoming Shows and Plans 01:52 Episode Titles and Season Three Speculations 03:03 Viewer Reactions and Comparisons 05:50 Character Dynamics and Performances 11:46 Joel's Backstory and Emotional Moments 16:08 Ellie's Actions and Consequences 23:29 Production Choices and Budget Constraints 25:25 The Impact of Jesse's Death 25:54 Ellie's Controversial Actions 27:12 Team Abby vs. Team Ellie 27:55 Twilight Comparisons and Pop Culture 29:02 The Likability of Characters 29:33 Ellie's Reckless Decisions 30:52 Jesse's Missed Opportunities 34:06 The Future of TV Shows 39:38 Favorite Moments and Lines 45:50 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Shows Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

May 29

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47 min
MAY 14

'The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 5 Deep Dive

Hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive deep into season two, episode five of 'The Last of Us' titled 'Feel Her Love'. They discuss key scenes, such as Ellie's brutal confrontation with Nora and the effective portrayal of the stalkers. The episode's pacing, characterization, and emotional beats are examined, alongside a broader conversation about the show's execution compared to the video game. They also touch on viewer reactions, the power of memes, and the overall narrative impact of the season. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter 01:32 Episode Overview and Initial Thoughts 02:15 Discussion on Jesse's Arrival and Game Comparisons 03:24 Memes and Cultural Impact 05:20 Ellie's Character and Behavior Analysis 14:30 Peaky Blinders and Other Shows 23:24 Nora's Scene and Joel's Actions 28:45 Joel's Actions in the Game 29:36 Ellie's Path of Revenge 32:32 Episode Critique and Analysis 35:23 Hollywood's Changing Landscape 43:11 Favorite Characters and Scenes 47:25 Upcoming Shows and Movies 52:45 NBA Playoffs and Draft 53:51 Conclusion and Sign-Off Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

May 14

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54 min
06/07/2023

'Foundation' Season 1, Episode 3 Deep Dive

In this week’s Deep Dive of the Foundation on Apple TV Plus, we break down season one, episode three, titled ‘The Mathematician’s Ghost’. We catch up with all of the Cleon’s and learn more about how this ‘genetic dynasty’ thing works, courtesy of this really creepy Baby Clean clone. We also learned that Darkness follows Dusk. On Terminus, we catch up to the Foundation and see how their progress is coming along 17 years after Hari Seldon’s death. We also get to learn more about Salvor Hardin, the Warden of Terminus and her special connection to the Vault, as well as her love connection to a Vespin Ship Pilot named Hugo. Oh…and by the way, did we mention Terminus seems like it’s about to be attacked by a group of Anacreon Fighter Ships? Keep up with all things Story Archives: Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soapbox.house/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us if there is anything you’d like to contribute to the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact@Soapbox.House⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-archives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠http://paypal.me/soapboxnetwork⁠⁠⁠ Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mariobusto/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/zacharyrnewton/⁠

06/07/2023

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57 min
JUN 28

Breaking down what shows and films we’ll be covering in 2025

In this episode of Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton discuss their upcoming coverage schedule, providing a forecast for the rest of the year. They delve into new and returning shows they'll be covering, including 'The Bear' Season 3, 'Squid Game' final season, 'Smoke' on Apple TV, and 'Slow Horses' Season 5. The hosts also talk about future content such as 'Foundation' Season 3 and offer insights into their favorite shows and trends in the streaming world. 00:00 Introduction and Host Banter 00:55 Forecasting the Year Ahead 01:47 Current Show Reviews: Stick and Murderbot 03:07 Apple TV's Strategy and Show Longevity 05:40 Slow Horses and Drops of God 07:10 Upcoming Shows: The Bear, Squid Game, and Smoke 08:51 James Bond Speculations 13:13 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Coverage 17:22 Avoiding Spoilers and Haptic Trailers 18:56 Upcoming Netflix Releases: Wednesday and Stranger Things 20:10 The Weekly Release Strategy Debate 23:42 Anticipated Shows and Seasons 23:45 Engaging with the Audience 24:33 Prime Video's Terminal List and Apple TV's Slow Horses 26:38 HBO's Detective Show and Future Coverage Plans 30:35 Excitement for 2026 Releases 33:29 Concluding Remarks and Future Plans Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠contact@soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com

Jun 28

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34 min

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