Robots vs Taxes: Recent Episodes
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In these times you need a show that dares to tackle the hard-hitting issues of the day. You also need a show that gets REALLY nerdy. You have a lot of needs and ROBOTS VS. TAXES is here to satisfy at least two of them.
Well partners... It looks like we have to be moving on. But never fear, this episode is chock full of the things you've come to know and love about the gruesome twosome. It's got us ranting against facebook, right wing propaganda, the raid on Mar-A-Lago, that orange former occupier-in-chief, aliens, Marvel movies, and so many weird tangents to discover and chuckle at. Don't you worry, we'll be back with something new down the road.
Til then, keep it real. Keep it right.
Song of the week: Political Song for Michael Jackson to Sing by Minutemen
Damn... One episode to go... It hasn't fully sunk in how our little show is coming to an end but nothing lasts forever my friends. We hope you dig this foray into our discussions on the Predator sequel "Prey", Neckbeard gripes, James Franco being cast as Fidel Castro, Pav's respectful disagreement with John Leguizamo and nerdy nerdy nerdy talk about DC characters in the MCU. We hope you enjoy it.
Hey folks! In this episode we discuss demented puppetry and what is currently on our roster of favorite shows to watch. We also play around with velocirapper ideas because - do we really need to justify that? I mean, VELOCIRAPPERS! Pav also makes a surprising 180 in giving the forthcoming Avatar sequels a chance [collective gasp sound]. We explore this change of heart in hilarious detail. All this plus our song of the week: "Teahouse" by Juno Reactor.
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Ok folks! If you have an itch for a full on geeky episode full of laughs THIS IT IT! The guys chat up the torrent of news for SDCC and all the coming nerdy goodness coming out of Marvel. You can also listen to the guys crap all over DC! The gents also quip over the suspicious lack of mention of The Flash movie that has fallen into release limbo, as well as the far more entertaining scenario of Drake vs. Velocirappers. All this plus our song of the week: "Madness" by Ruelle. Tune in to the ridiculousness!
E and Pav have returned... again. But they didn't really go anywhere, they were just hiding from bill collectors after investing in some dog-related cryptocurrency. Tune in as they kill time in between court dates by talking about the decay of modern politics, bad-faith race analysis, asshole Canadian quacks, the bizarre marketing campaign of DC's upcoming blockbuster "The Flash" and of course Thor Thor Thor. Tune in and give us a hug.
Folks...it's been a WEEK! We at RvT want you to know we are with you in rage and sorrow. The guys delve into the shift we all experienced in this country on Friday because of the supreme court. The guys do what they can to make sense of it, but honestly - this is an issue we'll all be unpacking for quite some time. The gents then try to switch gears to the controversies surrounding "What If: Miles Morales" and "Spider-Man: Lotus". The guys wrap it up with the no- punches-pulled by the Amazon series "The Boys". All this plus our song of the week: "A Man Without Love" by Engelbert Humperdinck. ABORTION RIGHTS ARE HUM,AN RIGHTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You got that itch. That politics or pop culture itch that only an RvT episode can scratch. We got you covered. This week we try to make sense of the January 6th committee broadcast, the garbage propaganda of Fox News, the fall of latest white supremacist terrorist group, and Kenobi Kenobi Kenobi. Yeah we said we'd talk about Star Trek, Ms. Marvel and The Boys but we're only two handsome men with handsome thoughts trying to make your handsome lives a lil handsome-r and if that means you have to listen to more episodes then that is a sacrifice we are more than willing to make. So enjoy, you beautiful people. Your friends. Pav n' E
This week the guys geek out hard on the new Obi-Wan Kenobi show currently streaming on Disney +. In their typical fashion, they take a serious and weighted take on the lore and completely turn it into a parody of itself. Listen in on the theoretical first meeting of Kenobi nd Vader after Revenge of the Sith. The guys also touch on toxic fandom, political inaction, as well as the new "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" show. All this plus our song of the week: "All Night Long" by Lionel Richie.
Hey HEY HEEEYYY!!!! We are BACK with a brand new episode! They guys settle in and shoot the sh*t about the events of the day (without pummeling you with bad news). The guys get silly about Chip n Dales Rescue Rangers, Bone Saw McGraw, and anything else that randomly pops into their heads. Pav explores his burning hatred of the movie jumper, while E is accused of egregious offenses against the Notorious B.I.G. and the Russo Brothers. All this plus our song of the week: "Everyone Falls in Love Sometimes" by Bennie Man.
Hey you! Don’t reach for that can of mace just yet. Have we got a show for you. It’s chock full of Marjorie Greene’s Karen-level shenanigans, Kirk Carmeron homeschooling, Elon Musk’s gross come ons, the separation of church and state, Women’s right-to-choose, Star-Trek-dissing-Moon-Knight’s-boobs-chicanery! All of this plus your hand-picked and approved SONG OF THE WEEK: “Burbujas De Amor” by Juan Luis Guerra! Come on and get weird with us!
On a brand new episode of Robots vs Taxes, the guys take on the white-womaning of Marjorie Taylor Greene and her selective memory when taken to task on her involvement in the Jan 6 insurrection. The gents also take on the hilarious (if not predictable) recent developments with Senator David "I don't go to cocaine orgies" Cawthorn being caught wearing women's clothing and looking inebriated out of his bra. We then switch gears and talk about Moon Knight and the stellar acting of Oscar Isaac and the crew. All this plus our song of the week: "I put a spell on you" by Nina Simone. Join us!
Are you anxious because you haven't heard an RvT episode since EASTERS?! Well never fear because we are back and we are jam packed with robotic and/or tax-oriented material. ::Stefon Voice:: This episode has everything, incompetent flat-foots, interracial porno, unified NYers, George Lucas, shitty subway system, Elon Musk's human powered machine chicanery, Jake Steed, POC in horror movies and so much more. Plus we got our patented, dy-no-mite song of the week: "Public Secret" by Estrada
Ok ok ok...we know EVERYONE else has spoken about it...but finally the guys from RvT tackle the slap at the Oscars (yeah we know - you're over it). We break apart our honest feelings both at the initial news, and then the deeper insight gained over the following week. It's an interesting unpacking, of sorts. Then we get into the goodness that is Moon Knight starring our guy Oscar Isaac. We don't spoil too much, but listen in to get our initial impressions. All this plus our song of the week: "Mi Gente" by J. Balvin and Willy William. Join us!
Well, that certainly was an eventful Oscars event! We're talking of course about Jamie Lee Curtis eating a helpless puppy dog backstage to regain her youthful energy. We will talk all about the oscars next week because we need time to analyze all the ins and outs of DA SLAP HEARD 'ROUND THE WORLD! For now you will hear all about racist shenanigans of the mainstream media and the Ukraine conflict, the cheapening of serious subjects by inept movie stars, film directors making racially suspect moves, Laurence Fishburne, Pav's obsession with Atlanta (the show), John Lennon's ghost, Steven Speilberg's cinematic crowning achievement and a SURPRISE GUEST APPEARANCE by a certain baseball hall-of-famer known for his home runs (Not Mark Mcguire because who needs to be reminded right?). All this plus our patented Song of the Week: "Methods" by Charizma Tune in and KEEP JADA'S NAME OUT YA MOUTH!!!
In a world that seems to show you everything is unfair, it helps to have a hot heaping bowl of JUSTICE!!! The guys delve into the latest example of racial injustice and comment on Ryan Coogler's unjustified detainment by police while making a withdrawal at the bank. The gents also delve into the Kenobi trailer and talk about their hopes (and Pav's hate of sand). And finally they delve into The Batman starring Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz. There are many nuanced layers to the film, so come along for the ride! All this plus our song of the week: "Action" by Terror Fabulous and Nadine Sutherland. Tune in!
Did the threat of nuclear war keep you awake? Then did Biden's state of the union address lull you back to sleep? Well RvT is here to provide you with a cup of coffee full of our patented blend of Lauren Boebert and MGT trash fires, Marco Rubio's Russian chicanery, Sam Elliott, Kevin Sorbo, Scott Baio and a bunch of other assholes acting like dickheads. There's so much in this episode you will soil your pants... with JOY! All this plus our patented Song of the Week! "Precious and Grace" by Queens of the Stone Age
Its been a heck of a week...for EVERYONE! Here at RvT we try to give a unique take on the politics of the day. We take a quick tour of the headlines that everybody's eye on the planet is focused on and try to bring some respectful levity to it. But make no mistake...WE STAND WITH UKRAINE. We also delve into pop culture by chatting about Venom 2, Wrestling promos on how utterly insane they are, and the haunting brilliance of the YouTube short "The Backrooms" which we highly recommend you watch! All this, plus our song of the week: "Pop that Pu--y" by The 2 Live Crew.
Once in a while your pals in RvT get the winter blues... And once in a while they use this vulnerable time to bust each others chops because we're a couple of dicks. Set your drinks down and welcome back to our show. This week we talk about Candace Owens' opportunistic Canadian buffoonery, Evangeline Lilly's karening, Kanye's weird implosion and Pete Davidson's rebound Hunka-Chunka talents. Then the show promptly devolves into an existential self-analysis with detours into hating Zack Snyder fans' reaction to the Peacemaker finale. You want it. You need it. Aw yeah, real nice. Song of the week's a great one too "A Born Lover" by Lee Dorsey.
On a brand new piping hot episode of RvT, the gents dive into the political shart that is America as they discuss MTG's "Gazpacho" fears of totalitarianism (hide your vegetables), as well at #45's theft and ingestion of government documents. They also discuss Joe Rogan's racism coming back to bite him in the A-word. Then they guys quickly change gears to take about the trailers for "NOPE" and "Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness". They finish off with their thoughts on the season finale of "Book of Boba Fett" and the underwhelming notes it managed to hit. All this plus our Song of the Week: "Picture Book" by The Kinks.
Come along!!!
Hello fellow quaranteeners!
As society struggles to find new content in our collectively faded sweatpants, take comfort in the most reliable of podcasts with a political/pop culture analytical slant. We here at RvT studios are ready to serve all (two) of your needs as we talk about vaccine protesters in the marvel cinematic universe, the banning of Art Spiegelman’s celebrated graphic novel “Maus” in Tennessee, speculation of the whole Joe Rogan/Spotify drama, the tanning effects of colloidal silver, the mechanics of Mandalorian partially armored sexual congress, the spooky thrills and political chills of Archive 81.
Join us in the Bacta tank and let the healing begin while listening to our patented Song o’ the week! This week it’s “Sex Cauldron” by Dr. Colossus.
Enjoy!
Let's get POLITICAL (yeah we know..but it's actually just our journey into political thinking). We discuss what factors in our lives triggered our increased awareness of the issues that effect us and many others to this day. We talk about the future of the country and how the landscape might appear in a few short years. We then pivot to talking about Peacemaker on HBO MAX and how in love we are with a CGI Eagle. All this plus our song of the week: "Knocking On Forbidden Doors" by Enigma.
Oh man this is a manic episode. We start off with the real world just sucking. It's full of bad politicians screwing over regular folk in favor of just money. Plain old money. Compromising their humanity and to make life harder for the working class... for CASH! It's pretty bleak. So we awkwardly switch over to pop culture talk because we want to retain our sanity. Pure delirium. So here comes the Cassette of Boba Fett, an Indigenous Wolverine, a jerk-ass Obi Wan and rants against toxic fandom. A little real, a little crass, a little weird, but always always Pav and E doing their thing. Plus the amazing Song Of The Week: Home Again by Menahan Street Band!
May the force be with you champs!
Here we are...10 days deep into the new year! We already have thoughts on New York's new Mayor (GARBAGE!). We won't let reality stop us from scrutinizing the latest business venture of farting into jars and selling it (yes - this is a real thing). Of course we get into the meat and potatoes of analyzing The Matrix Resurrections! You know we're die hard Matrix fans, and as such we delve into the criticisms we have of the film. We still love it though. Join us on this journey! We wrap it all up with our song of the week: "Another Light" by Henry Green.
We're going back to where it all started... Back to Robots Vs. Taxes! That's right, a brand spanking new show. You got your Ernesto and you got your Pav and they're covering topics like the current covid crisis, the "Okay-ness" of the Hawkeye Disney plus show and of course their breakdown of the new Matrix sequel. We have thoughts and opinions galore and if you're curious enough, you can follow the white rabbit and tune into our awesome show.
All this plus our Song of the Week: "Send Me an Angel" by Real Life
Spider-man. You know him You know we know him and so we gotta talk about this gargantuan new movie that just came out based on the little Marvel property by Steve Ditko n' Stan Lee. Tune in as Pav and Ernesto are joined once again by one of our great friends: Habib Khan where we talk about the highs and, well, other highs of the new movie and basically geek out on ol' web-head. All this plus our dynamite song of the week: Bleed Together by Soundgarden Be sure to check out Habib's amazing photography (@usercreatedname). It's killer.
It's all about balance! The guys discuss two of their current show binges with frequent guest of the show Jamie Verderame, now known as "The Hand of RvT" (he drinks beer, and he knows things). The trio first delve into the latest episode of Hawkeye on Disney + and its failings, with perhaps a glimmer of things they've done right. They then discuss "Midnight Mass" which streams on Netflix and all of the religious and political commentary packed into an addictive series. We wrap this week's episode with our song of the week: "Sunflower" by Post Malone and Swae Lee.
Isn't it all just awful? Every time you turn on your tv it's just one atrocity after another. Hopefully we can bring you an hour of respite with a brand new episode! This week we briefly talk about the grossness going on with some of our representatives in Congress, but we quickly change gears to talk about Hawkeye on Disney + (and the ways it has surprised us), and also make some constructive suggestions for the show (actually nightmarish - but whatevs). We geek out about the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse trailer, and we do our best to contain ourselves for "Matrix Monday". All this and our song of the week: "I Was Never There" by The Weeknd featuring Gesaffelstein.
Welcome back for Thanksgiving everyone! It's time to blow this scene... Get everybody and their stuff together... and 3 2 1 cancel your netflix subscription. CRACKLE 4-EVAH!!!
Last week was not an easy one, but we're here to try and make some sense of it. We talk about the Rittenhouse verdict with friend of the show Jamie Verderame. Of course, our conversation expands to include white supremacy and the racial / racist history of America. But fear not! We also geek out HARD to the new Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer. We have theories, thoughts, and hopes. Join us on this mixed alcohol of an episode and enjoy the ride as we finish with our song of the week: "This is America" by Childish Gambino.
Audio Excerpt: James Baldwin and Paul Weiss Debate Discrimination In America | The Dick Cavett Show (1969)
It is true that no two episodes of our show are alike. To understand the complexities of our conversation is (to put it mildly) to touch the face of god. So take comfort in the truth that you are chosen. You are loved. Join us won't you? We accept everything that you are?! Sure. Whatever. Plus we talk about aliens and that's cool. The song of the week is "Stuck on the Puzzle" which is a great love song by Alex Turner. It's pretty sweet and so are we.
Welcome to our Halloween Spooky Spectacular!!!!! The guys delve into this scary season by touching on the horror of Mark Zuckerberg, and his inhuman approach at relatability as he introduced "Meta" to the world. How the robots of Boston Dynamics are being adapted for military use (who saw that coming?). They also delve into their favorite scary movies and what makes them work (and what doesn't). You may notice they delve repeatedly into some bonus content too hot for regular radio. If you're curios let us know, and we'll put it up on Patreon! All this and a special bonus DOUBLE song of the week: "Spooks" by Louis Armstrong and "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" by Iron Butterfly. Tune in!
Oh hi!!!! We didn't see you there. It's been some time hasn't it? Look...we're sorry about last week. We had technical difficulties. We're pretty sure it was North Korea hacking our recording, but we have yet to prove that. This week we're joined by friend of the show Jamie Verderame. We wax on about politics, Dune (both new and old), theater aversion, MCU delay timeline, the first episode of Squid Game, remakes, and a whole bunch of other nonsense. We cap it off with our song of the week: "1 Thing" by Amerie.
Oh yeah, we R back. You can tell we're serious because we used the letter "R" instead of "are". Only badasses use letters and numbers instead of words. Except maybe Cars 4 kids. That theme song is cheeks. Anyways yeah, so this episode is the one where we go all in on the whole Dave Chappelle mess, Mike Pence's gay conversion therapy, Tik Tok, the scourge of social media and we kinda talk about Squid game. This episode is kind of wild so you'll love it and our dy-no-mite song of the week: "Como La Flor" by Selena! Tune in and find the LOVE!!!
It's time to strap in for a fresh new episode of RvT!!! The guys talk politics and then move on into the latest episode of Marvel's "What If". They then run through their thoughts on Disney's Star Wars: Visions and highlight their likes and dislikes. Finally the two chew on the opening credits and hopes and fears of Netflix's "Cowboy Bebop". We're on the cusp of a bunch of good stuff, so join us and wash it all down with our song of the week: "Tank" by Yoko Kanno and the Seatbelts. BANG!
Oh yeah oh yeah oooooh yeeeeeah we got a good'n for you. Pav and E talkin bout the so-called performative politics at the MET gala, Nicki Minaj as a source of news, Keanu Reeves, bodybuilder Ronnie Coleman, celebrities with political opinions and SO MUCH MORE plus our patented Song of the week: "High Anxiety" by Mel Brooks
Finally! RvT has returned...TO THE MATRIX!!!! If you've listened to at least one of our episodes, you know that we are GIGANTIC Matrix fans! The guys delve into the Matrix teaser / trailer so deep you may need to take a red pill just so your friends and family can pinpoint you! We also touch on one or two real life issues, but seriously....we go HARD on cyberpunk goodness in this one. Join us and enjoy our song of the week: "Chateau" by Rob Dougan (of course!).
Well, well, well... what do we have here? IT'S A BRAND NEW SHOW OH MY GOD!!! Not gonna lie, this episode is all over the map. We stay puzzled at the actions of anti-vaxxers, experience maximum schadenfreude, the joys of French diction, Spider-Man's new trailer, Venom, Dane DeHaan, and exploring the depths of the question, "What If". All this and more plus the bonus song of the week! Washing Machine Heart by Mitski.
Tune in and find the love!
Need a little something to dry you off after Hurricane Henri? Use a towel. Then fire up a brand spanking new episode of RvT where the guys discuss the latest episode of "What If", contemplate pitching the concept of reverse Terminators to James Cameron, and a whole bunch of other geeky shit. We wrap it up with our song of the week: "Solace" by Amuze.
Put your fears to bed because the bad boyz of podcastin' are back in town!!! That's right you know em' Pav. E. Together. Uhhhhh!!! This time it's personal as the boys cover all the basis: Republican fuckery, Trump brand truck nuts, The Matrix (again, I know right?), the inevitable flop of Warner Bros' Dune, Lord of the Rings kinks, Munich, The Suicide Squad, The Phantom Menace, the first episode of What If...? Plus our DY-NO-MITE song of the week: Fuck These Fuckin Fascists by The Muslims! So put your hands together (even if you're driving) and beat this summer heat with the only podcast in town!
Dear Listeners! Lets broaden our minds! How often has this happened to you: You get home and you wonder how best to tackle the thoughts of climate change, global warming, the billionaire class and their ridiculous dick-shaped spaceships. Then you open up a bottle of your favorite alcoholic beverage and sigh with relief, because the RvT show has got you covered, plus RvT even caters to your mutant-erotica kink that you never even knew you needed. Trust us, we handle with care. All this plus the amazing Song of the Week hand-picked by the most discerning musical gormandizers this side of the Gowanus. This time it's "Partyman" by his-royal-badness himself, Prince. I mean at this point why spend the day with your run of the mill podcasts while you strut about doing king/queen shit when you can delight your senses with RvT? We are here for you.
Thank goodness you've tuned in! We were worried you melted away in the latest heat wave. Pull up a nice tall glass of Pav and E and enjoy our cooling banter. First, after a brief discussion of Goose from the movie "Top Gun" (as is the style of our current times), we tackle the protests in Cuba and pledge our support for justice and equity. We then segway into the season finale of "Loki" on Disney+ and do a brief synopsis of "Black Widow". Along the way we try to convince Pavel to get a mohawk...if you'd like to see him do so, drop us a line at robotsvstaxes@gmail.com. If we get 10 requests then he'll have no choice but to do it!!! Also check out our song of the week: "Open Sore" by Rob Dougan
Flooded subways Inept politicians Has-been actors with shit POVs Truly we are living in an age of marvels. Or at least Marvel comics movies and tv content that helps us deal with this increasingly hostile world. Join us as we deep dive (Kevin Costner Waterworld style) into the weird fever dream of reality. Lotta laughs in this one, trust us. Plus our dynamite SOTW: Let Me Take You Through My Thought Process by Kinski
Hoping your independence weekend was filled with food, fun, and fighting white supremacy! The fellas are here to start you off right on your second half of 2021! They begin by talking about the future of the Simpsons and how it may end (if ever). Pav and E also talk about the blatant anti-Blackness present in the recent decisions by the Olympic committee across multiple Black athletes and sports. Capping off the episode is a quick look into the latest episode of "Loki" on Disney+. Look - sometimes life seems insurmountable and it can get to any of us. We want to let you know that if you've made it this far, you're a BADASS! Don't let anyone tell you different as you walk down the street confidently listening to our song of the week: "Muy tranquilo (DJ Vitamin D re-edit)" by Gramatik.
In this the 202nd episode, the guys are a little older, a little wiser and still totally game to talk about physical health, shy burps, hateful ants, the multiverse, aliens, Kang the Conqueror, unpaid bills, robot fetishization, body issues, Loki and his boring variant, gerbil cinema and so much more. You know the deal and you know how we do. Tune in people. We have so much to show you, plus our dynamite Song Of The Week: "Don't Stop Me" by QUEEN
The fellas tackle the issue that has brought our nation and the internet to a standstill...does Batman eat pussy?! That's right, the controversy that we have thusly coined "BatPussyGate" will be explored and dissected. We also tackle the colorism that still plagues the Latin community and is prevalent in the new film "In the Heights". We cap this episode off with our song of the week "Obnimi" (Callmearco Remix) by Okean Elzy
They said it couldn't be done. They said it shouldn't be done. They said a lot of things that we didn't really listen to because we were too busy putting together our 200th episode of the ROBOTS Vs. TAXES PROGRAM!!! What better way to celebrate our strange, political, crass, sometimes high brow sometimes incredibly low brow show than to have Pav's long-suffering parents join the show to wax poetic about Avengers Infinity War (which they'd never seen), Aliens, The Pandemic, Our impending technological demise, and so much more in this very special BILINGUAL PG-13 episode. Tune in bask in the warmth that is our show, yet again. Plus our Song(s) of the week: Tu Crees En Mi by Los Vikings de Usulutan and Give Peace A Chance by John Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band Happy 200th. We love you all.
This week we go deep on the subject of Black trauma and how it's presented to the public. Come along as we chat with our very special guest Ifeoma who is joining us to break down the history of redlining, as well as the powerful imagery in the Amazon Prime series "Them". It's a show packed with great info and conversation. All this plus our song of the week" "Black Picnic" by Beyoncé. Noteworthy organizations and pages mentioned in this episode: Blackspace.org Ifeomaebo.com creativeurbanalchemy.com
Hello Dear Listeners! This week we delve into "Army of the Dead" by Zack Snyder...and boy do we let you know what we think of this! No filter! We also break down the latest season of "Love, Death and Robots" episode by episode and give you our thoughts. Come hang out with us before you enjoy the rest of your Memorial Day weekend!
MOYDUH! Now that we have your attention, RvT watched the Netflix limited documentary event "The Sons Of Sam" and we got some serious feelings we need to discuss, preferably over cosmos. Naturally things go off the rails and we somehow stuff Star Wars references into what should've been a straightforward crime podcast. Do we understand the meaning of straightforward? The answer is clearly no. And given how much we talk about the Snyder cut, we feel we are owed a lifetime supply of hotdogs from Warner Bros. This is a good'n, especially since we got our pal JAMIE VERDERAME in the house. Plus our song of the week ("Pasado y Presente' by Los Macuanos) is guaranteed to get you in the mood to share an afternoon with us. Tune in, won't you?
We are BACK with a brand new episode! This week the guys have so much to cover in the hour of power that defines your Monday! They discuss the questions behind Thanos' sexual orientation (and really..who hasn't?). The duo also get into the complexities of the Superman and trope and how it's turned on its head in modern shows like "Invincible" and "Jupiter's Legacy". Come along for a geeky ride and wash it all down with our song of the week: "Micaela" by La Sonora Carruseles.
You know who it is and you know what we do! We're taking a short break this week but never fear! We got some fresh unheard bonus footage where we continue our discussion about Marvel's "Falcon and the Winter Soldier" where we look into Cap's new suit, fresh sneaker smells, strong vs. weak writing, John Walker's true intentions, and finally we talk about the animated "Invincible" and its penultimate episode. We'll be back next week with our thoughts on the series overall but for now, let's keep it right! All this plus our amazing song of the week: Gardenia by Kyuss.
On a very intense episode of Robots vs Taxes, the guys are riled up over the documentary "Q: Into the Storm". They talk about the events depicted in the film and all the strangeness uncovered, exposing the folks behind the societal cancer that is "Q". Before they blow a gasket, the gents switch to more deserving material...like picking apart the newest Mortal Kombat film (don't worry, they highlight bright spots as well). They conclude with the season finale of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and the various themes the show bravely (but not always successfully) takes on. All this, plus the song of the week: "Parallel Lines" by Junior Boys.
Get ready for RvT's nuanced and detailed take on the provocative French language film "Le Samourai"... Just kidding. The guys talk "Star Trek" for about an hour. That's right, hell has frozen over and Pav is diving into the lore of mostly Deep Space Nine. Stick around and hear them set their phasers to "NERD" and discover the future of safe sex, Batman, Levar Burton and so much more, plus our patented SONG OF THE WEEK by @auxilioband. Tune in and show us some love.
RvT has jurisdiction where ever ears yearn for quality nerdiness for your ear-holes! The guys bring you another fresh episode like a vibranium spear straight to YOU! They delve into the flawed but exciting nature of superheros. First they take on episode 4 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and have a good laugh at the current Captain America: John Walker. Then they explore the awesome new series "Invincible" and its mature themes and visceral depictions of super violence. Enjoy friends! Then wash it all down with our song of the week: "Leave the Door Open" by Bruno Mars.
BEHOLD! Another episode of RvT is upon us! This time the beloved duo discuss what a creep Matt Gaetz is (which surprises no one), John Boehner hating on Ted Cruz (less surprising since everyone hates him already) followed by a heaping helping of Falcon and the Winter Soldier recaps, speculation on the merits of Zack Snyder's take on the MCU and of course GODZILLA V. KONG. Who will win? The box office from the looks of it. All this and so much more plus our dynamite SOTW: Go With The Flow by Queens of the Stone Age.
Also we give big shout outs to the ever talented Adepero Oduye, our fellow RFB streaming radio warriors The Rodent Hour and of course our friends Chris and Tommy over The Hoof podcast! Also please donate to a worthy cause of helping the badasses over at Punk Black start a music studio in Atlanta for BIPOC creatives. Help em out here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-the-1st-black-owned-rock-network-studio
Ok look...this flick was 4 hours long, so we kinda have to see it through to the end. Join us on part 2 of this painful review of Zack Snyder's Justice League. We're not all bad, we manage to glean a few positives from this film, as well as squeeze out a few laughs as only we can! If anything stick around for our song of the week: "Chief Rocka" by Lords of the Underground.
This week at RvT... Ugh... you know what, we watched Zack Snyder's Justice League and we're just... those are 4 hours of our lives we're never gonna get back. When we're old and gray and our teeth have fallen out from all the hubba bubba we've chewed for decades we will look around at all our loved ones and millions of fans and think to ourselves, why did we do that to ourselves? To dedicate that much time to a movie where a woman sniffs a sweater that probably smells like a beached whale. Why? Dear Listeners, why did we persist?! Because we love you. Tune in, and listen to audio bravery. Plus our song of the week is "Jake Leg" by Baroness.
What is it about men in powerful positions that leads to abuse so much of the time? We explore this with special guest Anthony Rivello as we take a deep dive in NY Governor Cuomo's recent accusations and contrast that with Woody Allen's abuses resurging into the public sphere. It's a pretty heavy episode, but we manage to insert some levity as only we can. All this plus our song of the week: "You Oughta Know" by Das Racist.
What a week! The guys touch on the events real quick before delving into the multiverse of feelings they have on the series finale of WandaVision! It's a spoiler heavy episode, so proceed with caution! Come join in on the geeky fun and then enjoy our song of the week: "Little Fly" by Marvin Pontiac.
Hello dear listeners!!! We come to you this week with friend of the show Jamie Verderame to briefly touch on politics, wrestling, and some other stuff. But let's face it...we're really all preoccupied with WandaVision! Listen in as we break down the episode, come up with our own wild theories, and generally just geek out at the amazing story thus far as we all try and get through the week for the final episode of WandaVision next week! We also help to ease you into your next few days with the beautiful voice of Miki Matsubara singing "Stay with Me". Enjoy!
Art thou hungry for show? Well we got a tasty episode for which to whet your appetite. Pav n’ E got the goods, and by goods we mean talkin’ bout how Ted Cruz is such a colossal prick, Wandavision, Star Wars, The Simpsons Gina Carano, Chris Pratt and so much more! Tune in and join our hex. Plus our dynamite song of the week: Malamore by Enzo Carrella called “Malamore”!
The guys are joined this week by friend of the show Matt Cameron! The three geek out over Star Wars as Pavel and Matt reminisce about their high school days listening to Star Wars music on the ancient format of Compact Disc! The trio also weave in and out of the current day political climate. They discuss what it means being on the ground level with friends and coworkers who are very right-wing, and how that interaction plays out everyday. And we wrap all of that up with our song of the week: "This Shit" by AYLØ
HI EVERYBODY! Pav n’ E return to bring the weirdness and boy howdy do they bring a strange one this week. We’re talkin’ Scientology, Wandavision, Gaslighting, that asshole Marjorie Taylor Greene, bodily fluids, Wakandan sex toys, going quarantine crazy, Maga tears, Russian political corruption, Jussie Smollett, My pillow dipshit Mike Lindell, Lake Mungo and so much more!!! Be real and tune in! Join the weirdness! Plus listen to our dynamite song of the week “Doo Wop (That Thing)” by Quantic and Ana Tijoux (feat. Iara Renno)
If there's anything we've all become experts at in this last year, it's navigating weird realities! This week's show focuses on the strangeness of fiction and how it's not that far removed from the everyday. First, the guys delve into the classic David Lynch film "Lost Highway". From there they delve into the political shit show of this past week and contemplate why conspiracy theories are so prevalent in high office. Finally, the guys tackle the creepy imagery of the MCU's "WandaVision" in a glorious return to the geeky goodness that sustains us. All this plus our song of the week: "Cielo Rojo" by Lila Downs.
Mama Mia! RvT gotta show just like-ah mama used to make! This week we're lifting the RvT curtain and giving you some bonus footage from Episode 179 with special guest @verderamejams and we basically continue our talk about cults, what deplatforming Trump actually means, what to do about the rising tide of white supremacist neo-fascists and we make a bunch of allusions to the Jonathan Hickman's run on X-Men, we talk the cult of Mandalorians and the Source Family, Flat Earthers, Parler, Michael Ian Black's savage retorts, Has-been Kevin Sorbo and so much more There's something for everyone plus our dynamite Song of the Week! "Cult of Personality" by Living Colour
So society seems to be... in rough shape. But that's what you got us for. RvT is coming at ya with a brand spanking new episode where we get a lil serious and talk about the new film "One Night In Miami..." directed by the Queen herself, Regina King. Pav and E explore the rogues gallery of topics ranging from the white savior trope in movies, colorism, what freedom means and the power of being a person of influence while also being a person of color. This is an introspective one. Tune in and let's go exploring. All this plus the Song of the Week: A Change is Gonna Come by Sam Cooke
Ok...are we all sure we did the countdown correctly on New Year's Eve? It feels like we messed up somewhere. This week the guys are joined by friend of the show Jamie V! Together they discuss the mentality behind cult followers and cult leaders. Listen in as they navigate the complex psychology of this dynamic (full disclosure: none of them are professional psychologists...shocking we know!) The gents talk about the relationship of cults to the rest of society - all leading up to the events of this past week at the US Capitol Building. We're not saying we have any answers, but at least we have a little fun along the way. All this plus our song of the week: "A Friend" by Ludwig Göransson
RvT is BACK FOR 2021 BABY!!! This time we have NOTHING BUT GOOD THINGS TO SAY ABOUT WONDER WOMAN 1984!!! Seriously. We sing its praises. It is an achievement on all the story-levels and the CGI wasn't at all weird and there were like zero stereotypical things that made us stop in our tracks and go "Huh" with that tongue-in-cheek expression all over our faces. Plus we are joined by friend of the show: The lovely and insightful JOJO. So strap on your leg warmers and feather that hair because RvT is too hip to be... uh... ugh... The 80s! Don't forget our patented Song of the Week: Gazzilion Ear by MF DOOM (feat. J Dilla)
WE MADE IT!! Only a few days left to 2020!!! To say it's been a crazy year would be an understatement. To finish out the year, the guys pit two holiday movies with dark twists against each other. "Silent Night, Deadly Night" vs "Black Christmas". Listen in as Pav and E make their way through these two...unique...takes on Christmas films. They also take on the genre at large. So pull up with your favorite drink, kick back, and let's all kiss 2020 goodbye!
OH GEEZ We got Jamie Verderame on this one guys and he joins our foray into a four alarm garbage fire when we tackle the Nic Cage paycheck request that is JIU JITSU vs the Cannon Films pos NINJA III: THE DOMINION. I don't know what else to tell you. These movies take us to the edge of bejeesus and back. We're lucky we haven't gone on a random punching spree after these two crimes against humanity. Some good dick jokes in here. Tune in for those! Plus our Song of the Week! "Long Tall Sally" by Little Richard!
Geekin' in your ear in a brand spanking new episode of RvT! This week the guys ask the important questions like: Are there too many Star Wars shows on the horizon? Is "Little Italy" a movie that everyone should see (yes they should)? Is Harrison Ford really just 3 cinder blocks stacked together? The gents also delve into the particulars of the latest Mandalorian episode as the series leads up to the season finale. Come along and relax for an hour...you really don't have anything else to do. Plus our song of the week "Passin' Me By" by The Pharcyde.
PAV n' E are back with a brand spankin' new Episode! This time, they put the movie talk on hold and talk about THE DEATH OF THE MOVIE THEATER INDUSTRY. You know, light fare. Pav grumbles aloud about the possibility of life after the pandemic and how he'll still be a grumpy gus while E waxes poetic about communal experiences before the two dive headfirst into THE MANDALORIAN, Cancel Culture, and celebrity tweets. It is a feast for the ears as the journey of these two perennial nerds continue their journey into the unknown realms of pop culture. TUNE IN and FEEL THE LOVE.
It's important to have principles in any job...even murder for hire! This week we pit George Clooney in "The American" against Colin Farrell's "In Bruges". Both films are complex observations on holding the line between business and humanity (and they often blur). Listen to us compare and contrast the two while also goofing off as we do...and potentially ending up on a government watch list. Join us!!!
In this episode WE ARE THE LAWGH!!! This episode is a fist fight through early 90's schlock sci-fi actioners as we are joined by friend of the show Anthony Rivello, as we discuss JCVD's TIMECOP vs. Sly Stallone's JUDGE DREDD. Our little ragtag group ponders the coming of a certain Orange Doofus, the cutting edge haircuts of the near-future, the careers trajectories of Mia Sara and Diane Lane, and the inevitable showdown between two co-owners of the Planet Hollywood restaurant franchise (RIP). Tune in and become the new beginning! Also check out our guest-selected Song of the Week: "Vienna" by Billy Joel!
A return to form! The lads tackle the politics that have dominated all our lives this past week with the US Presidential election. There will be dizzying highs, desperate lows, and a bunch of colorful language as we introduce our new segment "Pavel's Gripe Corner". Listen to P GO OFF on the intricacies of our political system as only he can - with an anger that threatens to consume us all! The guys also delve into the Korean zombie film "Peninsula" by Yeon Sang-ho. This is a sequel to the well received "Train to Busan", so listen in as we compare and contrast the two. Also...let's all take a collective sigh of relief...we've earned it.
It’s the battle of haunted stuff as Pav and E plumb the depths of two incredibly different spooky movies: The first being the time traveling supernatural thriller about a haunted mirror by the name of “OCULUS” directed by Mike Flanagan vs the Peter Strickland Giallo inflected cinematic mind bender “IN FABRIC”. This was a tough nut to crack give how widely different these flicks are. So leave it up to the Duo of Duos to bring the cows home. Tune in and also stay around for the patented song of the week: "Duck or Ape" by ROAR.
Pav and E pit two movies against each other...that really have no business being put in the same ring LOL! Come along as we delve into "You're Next" Directed by Adam Wingard against "I Saw the Devil" by Kim Jee-woon - and somehow the guys manage to find a common thread amongst these two films! All this plus our song of the week "Glow in the Dark" by The Bongos
Pav and E are back with a brand new banger! This time, the gruesome twosome tackle the merits of blasting air conditioning in every season, George C. Scott's hemorrhoid problems, realty and the unexpected surge in haunted house listings, The Conjuring and The Changeling, Ghosts vs. Aliens. All this plus our patented song of the week: "Trinity" by Annibale Give us a listen, you won't regret it that much.
Home is where the heart is...and the knives, and the rocks, the tongues and feet. What happens when the place that is supposed to be your sanctuary becomes the scene of your worst nightmare? Come with us and explore that idea as we pit Bong Joon-ho's Oscar winning "Parasite" up against Takashi Miike's demented work "Audition". The films redefine what it means to find terror in the most unexpected places, while also making very deep commentary on classism and patriarchy...seriously! Come along for the fun, and at the end enjoy our song of the week: "You'd be so nice to come home to" by Frank Sinatra.
Here we are at the end of everything... (brainnnns) So kick back, relax and let the RvT boys take you on a journey through the nightmarish nihilistic punk rock visions of Jeremy Saulnier's GREEN ROOM and Dan O' Bannon's RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD. This one is a weird one but we swear if you stick with it, you'll find there's something for everyone including: Brutal Salvadoran Local News, David Duchovny's evil secret on "The Red Shoe Diaries", crappy music venues, undead Maga fans, Gooey practical effects, Vitamin D deficiency, Jean Luc PIcard, Reject Borgs, Alt right douchebags, gore effects, the military industrial complex, zombie oral sex and so much more plus our song of the week: "Virus" by Deltron 3030 If you dig our show, head on over to our buddies on THE HOOF podcast, Incredibly Strange films podcast on blogtalkradio.com and of course one of RFB's best music programs THE RODENT HOUR! Take HEED!
RvT is BACK BABY! Once again!!! Pav and E review the masterclass in cinema that is Spike Lee's latest joint "DA 5 BLOODS" and we go through it with the patented RvT fine-tooth comb as the film leads us on a brutal journey through the jungles of Vietnam that is complete with highs, lows and a sobering reflection on the greatness of Chadwick Boseman. Tune in and check it out along with our Song of the Week: Phantom of the Panther by Mulatu Astatke & The Heliocentrics
This week's show starts off on a bit of a somber note as we remember Chadwick Boseman. He left an incredible mark on the movie industry as well as the culture at large. We then delve into some brain melting sci-fi as we pit "Coma" against "Enemy". Some sci-fi is better than others (see if you can guess which one during the episode). The guys debate and pull out gems from both. All this plus our song of the week (dedicated to Chadwick Boseman): "Everything Must Change" by Nina Simone.
Paradigm shift? Or dementia fueled psychosis? These are the questions that arise when viewing this week's match up: The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot vs The Girl with All the Gifts. Both these films (in their own way) show us that reality can drastically shift in a way you can't anticipate. Public service announcement: don't save your shaved hair in a plastic bag! All this weirdness, plus our song of the week: "Try Jesus" by Tobe Nwigwe.
AWWWW Yeah, you know what time it is... Oh yeah. It's RvT time quarantiners, and in this sensual episode the boys you know and tolerate are hitting you with two erotically charged monster movies from beyond the stars! It's NIGHT BEAST vs. THE BLOB. The sexual tension gets thick and gooey aw yeah, and it gets uncomfortably nude as topics such as various smells, impossible cocktail bars, low angle footage, Shawnee Smith, Prince, Candy Houses and the art-punk stylings of the Talking Heads. All this sexy sexy podcasting is yours for the listening, plus are titillating SONG OF THE WEEK: "Darling Nikki" by Prince & The Revolution
When nerdiness intersects with philosophy, you get a show that delves into the cross section of cyberpunk / android goodness and the real world possibilities of the near future. In this episode we match up the violent ballet that is "Upgrade" against the thoughtful and layered work "Ex Machina". Come along with us as we revel in the coolness of A.I. and cybernetics, while also discussing the frightening possibilities of post humanism (while slipping into the Aronofsky universe along the way). Remember: Today's fantasies are tomorrow's realities! All this, plus our song of the week: "I'm So Sad, So Very, Very Sad" by Crash and the Boys Tune in!!!
An episode so jam-packed full of action, contradictory metaphors and references to the hit musical film "Grease" that it required another pair of hands for this slap-and-tickle-extravaganza. RvT called in the professional: Our buddy Jamie Verderame as we pit ARNOLD VS SLY / COBRA vs COMMANDO. You're gonna be up to your azz in quippy one liners you'll wish you could go back and listen to all of our quality shows right now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. Enjoy and stay tuned for our SONG OF THE WEEK: "We Fight For Love" By The Power Station
Part 2 of our analysis of the films "Good Time" and "Ninja Scroll". We focus more on the anime side of things and how our sensibilities have changed since our teenage years (we like to think we're not ONLY impressed by cartoon tiddies anymore). We also take a look at how anime has influenced our favorite films and how anime itself has changed over the years, perhaps losing some of its original grit in favor of more widespread commercial appeal. We compare and contrast main characters flipped into the other's realities and wrap it all up in a bow with our Song of the Week: "Truth (Nomad Series)" by Shallou. Tune in!
During these sweltering days of summer, cool off with a movie face off that's too cool for most critics. This week we pit "Good Time" which is directed by Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie, versus anime classic "Ninja Scroll" directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri. Along the way we get sidelined with an imaginary cameo by Chris Hansen of "To Catch a Predator" fame...and it fits PERFECTLY! Come along and discover that these two films actually have far more in common than you may realize. All this, plus our Song of the Week: "There's Only Me" by Rob Dougan
Come hither, fellow lovers of schlock! We are pitting two never-say-die underdog tales against each other. In one corner we got the Tim Burton directed stock footage enthusiast in the timeless gem ED WOOD and in the other corner, the only person who can truly ask BITCH ARE YOU FOR REAL? with a straight face - That's right, none other than Eddie Murphy playing Rudy Ray Moore in the badass and amazing DOLEMITE IS MY NAME. Grab a bottle of hooch and tune into our deep dives into both these movie makers who proved that sometimes cinema doesn't require skill or permits, just a desire to tell stories that maybe no one even asked for! All this and more plus our amazing Song Of The Week: "Cool Down Lap" by Grace Kelly All Day
Coming up today 7/6/2020 on radiofreebrooklyn.com at 12 pm. Lets Get Weird...AGAIN (we like doing that)!!! The guys take on two vastly different films. First up, the Sylvester Stallone vehicle "Over the Top", a 1980's encapsulating film directed by the infamous Menahem Golam vs "Under the Skin", a sci-fi masterpiece by director Jonathan Glazer. One could surmise that this is a study on character deconstruction and their intents...but really...both these films leave a lot up to interpretation by the viewer. So join us as we give our nutty insights as only we can! All this, plus our song of the week: "Shiroi Oka" by Susumu Hirasawa.
Lets Get Weird... In this illustrious, serendipitous episode, Pav and E decide to take a tour of the mind's eye and discuss the best possible use for time manipulation technology before deep diving into the phantasmagorical worlds of David Lynch's "Mullholland Drive" and Takashi Miike's "Gozu". Mind's will be bent, stretched and thoroughly whipped into a pleasant paste. Join them on their fever dream cruise and experience it for yourself. All this and more plus their dynamite SONG OF THE WEEK: "Kiss From A Rose" by Seal
Cinema!!! This week we pit the silver screen classic "The Godfather" against "The Addams Family". Two movies that explore death, life, family, marriage, and colorful characters that surround the leading figures in each. We delve into pressing questions in front of our Instagram LIVE audience such as: How long does a bruise from a slap from a cop last? Is the murder of a Mafia Don's son a big deal? Why were women's boobs so pointy back in the day? Listen as we compare and contrast these films! All this, plus our song of the week: "My Heart Belongs to Daddy" by Ella Fitzgerald.
Fist Raisers! Destroyers of the system! Fellow fascist killing machines! We know times are tough, that's why you need a show that helps you relax, kick back and chuckle awhile. We are that show and this Monday @ NOON we are reviewing the cyberpunk phantasmagoria that is Seth Ickerman's "BLOOD MACHINES"! This movie has got it all, questionable acting choices, gratuitous nudity, amazin' visuals and enough feminist subtext to choke a neck-bearded MRA! Join us as we slip and slide down this neon-soaked-oil-suckin' experience. You are guaranteed to get a shiny new upside down cross emblazoned on your privates! All this and more plus our patented SONG OF THE WEEK: "Ghost" by @onerelation_ Trust us, it's not to be missed! Only on Radiofreebrooklyn.com
The guys check in with each other after a week of digesting world events. But that won't stop them from pitting 2 titans of cinema up for scrutiny: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 and Killer Klowns from Outer Space. Hey... they're both in space....waddya want?
Dearest Listeners, we are in a tough spot as a country. Police brutality against the Black community needs to stop and so here is our show, discussing how this happened and talking about Ahmaud Arbery, Christian Cooper, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, the protests and how to look out for white supremacist traps. This one is one of our taxes heavy catharsis episodes. Listen in, stay safe and stay vigilant. Shit is getting real out there.
Welcome listeners to our 150th EPISODE!!!! 3 years of laughs, news, and craziness! In this ep the guys tackle 2 classic gangster dramas: Reservoir Dogs vs Heat. This episode was recorded during our first Instagram Live broadcast (Instagram @robotsvstaxes) as we interact live with some of our loyal listeners. Join us for this milestone episode!!!
In this charming installment of our ongoing Movie v. Movie spotlight, Pav and E pit REANIMATOR Vs. RIKI-OH: THE STORY OF RICKY. Speaking of Riki-Oh, why does this movie have two names? That's kinda like saying Tony Stark: The Story of Tone-E. Anyways, we talk practical effects, the charm factor in seeing how the sausage is made (both figuratively and literally), the freshness of corpses, the secret sauce of the reanimating agent, the baseball level pitching arm of everyday scientists and theorizing how Herbert West and Riki (Ricky?) become GODS. Take heed and listen close for this will be the meatiest, most explosive episode of RVT! Plus our patented Song of the Week: "Long Tall Sally" by Little Richard.
In this episode it’s Pav vs. E when they review THE LAST BLACK MAN IN SAN FRANCISCO. We have some serious OPINIONS. Plus we talk about racial injustice! Incompetent presidents (just one... you know who he is)! And try to figure out just where the hell we are going as a society. All this and more plus our SONG OF THE WEEK "Goodbye My Son" by Hand Zimmer! Stay tuned!
Quarantiners of all ages! We're BACK AGAIN with a brand spanking new show where we pit two movies against each other for our sanity and your entertainment. We delve into the cheesy awfulness of Larry Cohen's "The Stuff" which for a movie of silly schlock has a surprising amount of serious Oscar caliber actors, a catchy theme song, an unstoppable force in the form of a 12 year old boy, and anti-communist message and a certain southern senator in his first starring role! Then we jump into the mire of the Joel and Ethan Coen epic "A Serious Man" that is chock full of philosophical ambiguity, Jewish traditions, Goy's teeth, all the while asking the question: WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? (sub question:Sy Ableman?) Join us for this bizarre double feature that is chock full of serious stuff! All this and more plus our patented song of the week: Best of Times (feat. Phonte) by Strong Arm Steady
Here we are again to inject you with a disinfectant...AGAINST BOREDOM!!! The guys put two wildly supernatural movies against each other: "Color Out of Space" with Nicolas Cage, and "Splash" with Tom Hanks. We compare and contrast the films as well as the "protagonists" of each, and break down the absolutely insane scenarios. We also tackle the odd evolution of movie trailers and how our childhoods were scarred by the voices in them for horror movie adverts. All this, plus our song of the week "Weak" (A Capella) by SWV. But seriously...don't inject yourselves with disinfectant!!!
Happy Monday Fellow Survivors! Your friends at RvT bring you good tidings as you pass the time knitting, fighting sleep and clawing at the walls! This brand new episode features JAMIE VERDERAME as he shares his birthday talking about Lord of the Rings, the Vin Diesel Veeh-hickel "Bloodshot", the impending death of the comics industry, how much we miss bars, the VCU, New habitable Planets, Spawn and so much more. Even producer Sabrina jumps in from the peanut gallery to provide a much-needed Star Trek SLAAAAM!!! Come join us as we fight the boredom with the fist of streaming internet radio! Plus our song of the week: "Furniture" By Fugazi
The gents dive into a classic film: "Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb". The boys identify the brilliance of each character and how they serve the plot, as well as the proliferation of this film through popular culture in the decades since its release. They also discuss the behind the scenes tidbits of production and interaction between the director and actors that add to the lore of this film. All this, plus our song of the week "Grind" by Ghost Monkey.
WE BACK YO!!! In an effort to stay sane, the gruesome twosome have decided to forgo the politics in favor of staying sane in these dire times. So do we dive headfirst into the flaming trash pile that is Netflix's Tiger King. For Real, yo. We shit you not, this shit is shlock masquerading as a documentary about animal abuse. So join Pavlo and E as they try to beat the disintegrating-society-blues with the glorious crap-fest of Tiger King. Tune in and bask in our sweet escape and our SONG OF THE WEEK: "Sunrise" by Blackwater Holylight
The Willenium is not turning out the way Will Smith promised us! Pav and E broadcast from near quarantine as we track the progress of the coronavirus as it interrupts our daily routines. It's getting serious people! It also makes us take a sobering look at how fragile America's infrastructure is against a pandemic. Our sense of hope is further degraded by the IMPOTUS' pathetic attempt at addressing this emergency during his televised address. Luckily we have our escapism that is pop culture where we discuss Sonic the Hedgehog, Birds of Prey, and the halting of productions in response to COVID-19. All this happiness, plus our Song of the Week "Another Light" by Henry Green. Wash your hands and JOIN US!
TAKE HEED! Pav and E have returned with another episode chock full of wonder, sadness, anger and a surprising amount of sports talk for a show hosted by two nerds. On the docket of issues being discussed: The disappointing Super Tuesday that put progressives on edge, Elizabeth Warren dropping out of the presidential race, the injustice visited upon POC, Bernie Bros! Kanye's shenanigans! Picard! Batman! Blumhouse's The Hunt! All this and honestly, an embarrassment of riches in an episode full of joy and introspection as well as a Bane/Jeff Goldblum hybrid. Come hither and give us a listen. Plus our SOTW: "Your Best American Girl" by Mitski.
WE'RE ALL GONNA DIE!!! Ok sorry....didn't mean to say that out loud. The gents discuss the coronavirus and how unprepared we are due to the administration putting Mike "pray the gay away" Pence in charge of pandemic preparation. Weinstein is convicted and going to prison (YAY!!!). Plus more political nonsense. We also delve into a possible Marvel / DC merger rumor, Superman: Red Son, and Monster Hunter. All this, plus a smooth finish with our song of the week, "Privilege" by The Weekend.
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GREETINGS FELLOW LISTENERS!!! We got sumpin' special for y'all! We get our hands full of the Dem Debate in Nevada, then marvel at the wonder of Bloomberg's stunning debate tactics (Take Cheap Shots, Lie, Rinse, Repeat), then we discuss the intricacies of Bernie vs Warren where we are joined by the amazing SABRINA who helps us delve through the asteroid fields of political compromise. Just when you think you've heard it all, we talk the new Bat suit! Joaquin Phoenix's weird Oscars speech! Sailor Moon! Veal! Hellraiser! And all the standard tangents that make up an amazingly weird and wonderful episode with something for EVERYONE. Tune in and share the love and madness. Song of the Week: "Stargazer" by Siouxsie and the Banshees
As we celebrate our dear Pavlo's birthday weekend, the duo delve into the cascade of injustice with the effort by #45 to reduce Roger Stone's prison sentence, GOP senators feebly claiming he (IMPOTUS) learned his lesson, and why we haven't taken to the streets...yet. The guys also talk about leaked footage of stunt work from The Matrix 4, The reveal of the batsuit for the upcoming film "The Batman", super hero musical scores, and debating whether we'll go see the Sonic the Hedgehog movie. All this plus the haunting song of the week "Slow" by Henry Green.
Did you miss us? Cuz we missed you! This episode is right pretty episode wherein we watch the democratic debates in New Hampshire with our ol' pal MATT CAMERON (of Mr. Cameron's Lab found here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeCChQnro0CuWriLIHyTbuQ). We try to take things seriously but then devolve down into our usual immature shtick. We basically MST3K'd the whole thing but cut it down to half hour for your listening pleasure. Then we talk Star Wars, Marvel, and Korean cinema in the second half. This episode is us at our strangest so far. Take a trip with us won't you. When have we steered you wrong (don't answer, it's rhetorical)??? So come on and fall in love all over again. Plus we got our beloved SONG OF THE WEEK: "Glorious" by Sudan Archives. Enjoy!!!
Despite our country falling into lawlessness in the highest chambers of the land, the guys soldier on to highlight the ridiculousness of it all. From the abandonment of protocol to the insinuation of oligarchs into the process.After that, the gents argue about the merits (or lack thereof) of Star Trek: Picard, the forthcoming Matrix 4 and its new cast members, and Bill and Ted 3. All this plus our song of the week "Lyrics Daddy" by Tommy Genesis. Join Us!
Voices from Beyond! Pav and E are joined by guest-turned-contributor to the show MATT CAMERON for a twisty-turny episode celebrating the spiritual anniversary of friend and cohost Ernesto Mancebo! The trio analyze new LGBTQ+ curriculums taught in schools, Trump's impeachment, Star Trek, Vagina aliens, Sith Rappers, David Lynch's monkey shenanigans and the origins of RvT! All this and more! Join us won't you? We got a brand spankin' new song of the week too: 90s throwback "Steal My Sunshine" by Len.
Well look at you surviving another week of 2020! We're proud of you! Did you watch the Democratic Debate? Well we did and we go in depth on the issues and the so called Sanders / Warren beef (did we not learn anything from 2Pac and Biggie?). And what the hell was up with CNN's treatment of Bernie? Also, Lev Parnas adding a whole new wrinkle of drama to the Impeachment trial starting this week. We also tackle the Morbius trailer, the less than stellar reviews of Dr. Dolittle, and should James Bond ever be replaced. Tune and and nerd out with us! #DemDebates #Dolittle #Marvel #JamesBond #trumpsucks #impeachmenttrail #CNNsucks
So much darkness this past week: From the tragic natural disasters, the turmoil in Iran and the corruption in our current presidential administration... it’s enough to make us all collectively tear out our hair. In response we wax poetic on Comedians vs PC culture, our fears on the upcoming Netflix Cowboy Bebop series, Doctor Strange, One Punch Man being problematic, Masie Williams and The New Mutants, and of course a tasteful discussion on Gwyneth Paltrow’s popular new fragrance line. Plus our patented SOTW: “Repeater” by Fugazi. Please help and donate to the Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 Earthquake relief @ https://www.directrelief.org/2020/01/earthquake-strikes-puerto-rico-direct-relief-mobilizing-response/ #cancelculture
Welcome to 2020!!! Did you think we'd make it? The guys kick off the year with a chat about impending war (and not the fun "Star" variety), the fires raging in Australia and the subsequent frustrated voices of Australian citizens toward the Prime Minister, climate change, income inequality, and special shout outs to some of our loyal listeners! The gents also dive into the future of the MCU, the possible existence of an "Abrams Cut" of The Rise of Skywalker, and the possibly of Maisie Williams being on her death bed when they decide to finally release New Mutants. All this plus our first Song of the Week of the new decade: "I've Got That Tune" by Chinese Man.
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Our end of year spectacular, in which we here at RvT forgo the usual politics talk because 2019 has been fucking exhausting. Instead we talk about a less controversial subject, which so happens to be the newest chapter of the beloved Star Wars franchise. We also go off the rails and talk about Kevin Spacey, The Concept of Dr. Doolittle and so much more. Join us as we bid this dreadful year a swift kick in the pants and welcome out new Ant-Overlords in the future. WE LOVE YOU!!!
ON OUR BRAND SPANKIN' NEW EPISODE!!! Pav and E are joined once again by our good friend MATT CAMERON of the educational Youtube show "MR. CAMERON'S LAB!", with his help we dissect the recent spate of shootings and how it reflects the specter of gun culture in the US, Matt discusses raising his kids in the era of Trump and just when you think it gets too dark... ahhhh, we dip our fiery angst in the sweet river of pop culture where we talk The Mandalorian, The sheer weight of being introduced to the MCU and the cinematic struggle that is "The Irishman". Tune in for this wild episode and show us some love!!! Song of the week: "Scuptured" by Calanit. Also check out Mr. Cameron's educational vids starting here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wU_RjkpqBkI
The guys marvel at the ineptitude of the cheeto-in-chief as the other world leaders make fun of him like it was an episode of Mean Girls, the horror of Betsy Devos and how she may deserve a penultimate fate at the hoofs of centaurs, articles of impeachment being drafted, cybertruck, sherm, Watchmen and The Mandalorian. All this, plus our patented song of the week. For the love of God LISTEN IN!!!
In This Second Enthralling Installment of RvT: Tommy once again joins Pavlo n' E for a geek-heavy episode. We talk Watchmen, our issues with Marvel's treatment of women in media, Gotham's police force, the stars that are at war with one another and so much more! And just when you think the podcast rocked your socks, out comes our patented Song Of The Week (El escuadrón de la muerte by Varsovia) to melt your face off!!! ENJOY!
Special guest Tommy Lombardozzi (of the Jacked Kirby Podcast and The Hoof Podcast) joins P & E on how to relate (or not) to Trump supporters, our opinions on the Democratic Debates this past week - and if we could just combine them all into some freakish flesh Voltron, Beskar Steel vs Transparent Aluminum, 90's comic book writers, and Star Wars: The Mandalorian. All this plus our song of the week: "Run of the Mill" By George Harrison
THIS WEEK! We forgo any type of professional credibility and resort to the cheapest of gimmicks: Another amazing clip show! Tune in for our half-assed excerpts and ramblings that fulfill the requirements of a FULL ASSED SHOW. We talk Watchmen! We talk Joker! We do horrible impressions! We Love You! All this plus our song of the week: "Elephant Man" By Bo Diddley!
In this episode the guys talk about "Father of the Year" recording artist T.I. and his chivalrous protection of hymen honor, defeating a million dollar southern birder wall with about $100 worth of hardware store tools, our search for a hint of Republican spine, cancelling Jeff Goldblum, obligatory Simpsons references, HBO's Watchmen series episode 3, and your weekly dose of blue dick talk. All this, plus our our SOTW! “Hunter” by RIAYA
In this NOT HALLOWEEN EPISODE!!! The gruesome twosome dip their toe into the murky bog of the Trump Impeachment, become embroiled in the mysterious case of the disappearing Ukrainian transcript details, recoil in fear at the sight of Laura Ingraham and Don Jr., become ensnared in the web of racial/social politics web weaved by Cynthia Erivo, Rosario Dawson and Gina Rodriguez! OOOOOOH!!! Plus we talk Mandy, the love of a good Vacuum and our love of HBO’s WATCHMEN! Behold this not-terrifying episode and our SOTW! “Psycho” by Jack Kittel
McConnell snubbed, injustice rages, Neocons... neoconning? This is a dark episode right here but your two favorite pals, Pavlo and E do manage to assuage your fears and squeeze in a lil chat about how Batman V Superman still sucks. We love you!!! (Song of the Week: "Demoncleaner" by Kyuss)
Forgoing the politics this week in favor of a pop culture heavy episode, our two heroes are thrust into a world of robotic sexual liaisons, a spider-less MCU and of course our favorite human-battery-Queer-themed-cyberpunk film!!! All this and more plus our patented Song Of The Week: "Down is the New Up" by Radiohead.