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24 Aug 2017Avatar01:47:14

The second highest grossing sci-fi film of all time, and yet it shows up on so few Top 10 Sci-fi lists. Why?

Jay Sherer (host of the Story Geeks podcast), Seth Fontaine (co-founder of Urban Vinyl), and Cody Sherer (sci-fi/fantasy author) discuss James Cameron's Avatar.

Other Science Fiction Movies We've Covered on The Story Geeks Podcast:

  1. Our Star Wars Series! Check the show notes on this podcast for all the links: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
  2. Guardians of the Galaxy: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/guardians-of-the-galaxy-what’s-your-personal-awesome-mix/
  3. Interstellar: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/interstellar-ghosts-faith-and-your-brain-before-death/
  4. Serenity: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/serenity-respectable-prostitutes-in-space/

What geek film do you want us to discuss next? Shoot us an email or leave us a comment!

 

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

28 Aug 2016Batman: The Killing Joke - Worst treatment of a female character ever?01:07:21
Podcast #4 - BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE (the animated film). What did you think of the movie? Email us: reclamationsociety@gmail.com. Does this new version of Batman: The Killing Joke disrespect Barbara's character even more than the source work does? We'd like to hear your thoughts as well. OUR WEBSITE: www.reclamationsociety.org FOLLOW US: Instagram: @reclamationsociety Twitter: @TheRecSociety Facebook: www.facebook.com/reclamationsociety Don't forget to watch our Star Wars: Rivals on YouTube!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw
26 Mar 2017Batman v. Superman - The Worst Batman of All Time...01:54:19

...is George Clooney. But, Batfleck is AWESOME (at least according to Daryl and Jay).

Jay Sherer, Daryl Smith, and Tim Posada review Zack Snyder's film Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice (both editions)! They start with a spoiler-free review, and then dig into some of the deeper themes. Questions posed by Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, include:

  • How do you feel about Superman's godhood being a major theme of this film?
  • Did the actors portray their characters well? What do you think about Amy Adams, Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, Jesse Eisenberg, and Jeremy Irons?
  • What do you think Lex believes about Superman? What about Bruce? What’s behind those beliefs? Why do they both feel the way they do about Superman and what’s driving their actions?
  • There are multiple views on evil expressed throughout the film. What do you think Zack Snyder feels about evil? Do you agree with him?
  • The DC team (in BvS) has chosen to use the progressive characters (meaning more recent interpretations of the characters) while Marvel has gravitated toward classic or traditional versions of their characters. Which take do you prefer? Why? And do you think the characters from BvS work?

 

Visit our YouTube channel for more reviews and reaction videos: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
04 Dec 2016Captain America: Civil War - Are you Team Cap or Team Stark?01:55:14

On this week's episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, Jay and Bobby Nash cover the following topics from Marvel's Captain America: Civil War...

  • Should the Avengers be held responsible for their actions?
  • Are there times in life where we lack self control? What can we/should we do about that?
  • How do we maintain strong relationships with our neighbors?
  • Who, if anyone, should the Avengers report to?

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com or join our conversation on Imzy: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
04 Aug 2017Captain America: Winter Soldier01:40:34

 

Sam Welbaum and Daryl Smith get together to discuss Captain America: Winter Soldier. Give it a like, refer it to a friend, and send us your thoughts!

Check Out Our Other Recent Marvel/MCU Podcasts:

  1. Iron Man: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/iron-man-the-beginning-of-the-mcu/
  2. Guardians of the Galaxy: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/guardians-of-the-galaxy-what’s-your-personal-awesome-mix/
  3. Doctor Strange: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/marvels-doctor-strange-your-identity-matters/
  4. Captain America: Civil War: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/captain-america-civil-war-are-you-team-cap-or-team-stark/

 

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Urban Vinyl Headphones: 

Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)

 

Connect with Us:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 

 

Give:

Support the Reclamation Society: www.reclamationsociety.org/give

03 Oct 2016Comparing Luke Cage, Ep. 1 and The Wire - The Reclamation Society Podcast00:18:17

In this episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, Jay Sherer tackles Luke Cage, Ep. 1 from Netflix. He digs in deeper to explore what the creators have to say about spirituality, human nature, and relationships. Topics this week include:

  1. Villains vs. Heroes
  2. Stereotyping or Reality? Comparing Luke Cage to The Wire.
  3. Choice vs. Situation and Systemic Racism.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please email us at reclamationsociety@gmail.com. And be sure to watch our Star Wars fan film at www.reclamationsociety.org! Be sure to subscribe on iTunes or Podbean! Also, consider supporting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit by giving to us monthly at www.reclamationsociety.org/give. Every little bit helps! Follow us:
17 Aug 2017Creator Interview: Malachi Ward - Writer/Artist of ANCESTOR01:30:44

Our first ever creator interview? What drives the creative people behind our favorite geek stories? Join Jay Sherer as he asks Malachi Ward the deep questions that drive Malachi's storytelling.

Do you have a question you want creators to answer? Send it to us! We'll ask the next creator we interview. Email us your question at: thestorygeeks@gmail.com.

Malachi Ward's Work:

 

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Connect with Us:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

30 Jan 2017Daredevil: Yellow - Is It Better Than the Netflix Series?01:11:25

Jay Sherer and Bobby Nash discuss Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's comic series: Daredevil: Yellow!

  • First up, our review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others.
  • Does this comic dive deep enough into the spirituality of Matt Murdock?
  • How does this series compare to other Daredevil comics and the Netflix series?
  • How does Bobby Nash know so much about comics?!?!

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at hi@reclamationsociety.org! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
21 Jun 2016Deadpool: The Merc with a... Cute Face? - Reclamation Society Podcast #200:56:10

Violence. Violence against women. Violence as comedy. Agnosticism. Vanity. Identity. This edition of the Reclamation Society Podcast brings us... Deadpool! The merc with a mouth gets his own superhero movie. But what are Tim Miller and Ryan Reynolds telling us is true? Tim Posada and I dive into the spirituality, human nature, and relationships found in Deadpool. Want to join our conversation? Share your thoughts on Deadpool on our blog: www.reclamationsociety.org/blog/2016/6/20/the-reclamation-society-podcast-deadpool-and-identity

14 May 2017Guardians of the Galaxy - What’s Your Personal Awesome Mix?01:31:33

“I’m gonna need that guy’s leg.” - Rocket Raccoon

 

Daryl Smith, Justin Weaver, and Jay Sherer break down the The Guardians of the Galaxy!

 

Check Out Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/

 

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Connect with Us:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: hi@reclamationsociety.org

Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

 

Give:

Support the Reclamation Society: www.reclamationsociety.org/give

06 Mar 2017Interstellar - Ghosts, Faith, and Your Brain Before Death01:05:05

Daryl Smith and Elvis Illescas review Christopher Nolan's Interstellar and then dig deeper to ask some important questions about the story.

First up, their review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others. And here are some of the deeper questions:

  • Who is your favorite character in Interstellar? Why?
  • Which characters have the most faith (whatever it may be in)? Is their faith rewarded?
  • Which characters reject faith? How does it work out for them?
  • Much of the film is about the perseverance of humanity to survive. Is this possible outside of faith?
  • Is there truth in science? Can science be a type of savior?
  • Do you think God exists in the world of Interstellar? Why or why not?

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
29 Jun 2017Iron Man: The Beginning of the MCU01:04:06

"We're all running the same race." - Elvis

Daryl Smith and Elvis Illescas are back to break down the Marvel Cinematic Universe's (MCU) first installment: Iron Man! What are your thoughts on Tony Stark, Robert Downey Jr.'s performance, and the MCU in general? Shoot us an email and let us know (hi@reclamationsociety.org)!

Check Out Other MCU Movies We've Covered:

  1. Doctor Strange - https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/marvels-doctor-strange-your-identity-matters/
  2. Captain America: Civil War - https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/captain-america-civil-war-are-you-team-cap-or-team-stark/
  3. Deadpool - https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/deadpool-the-merc-with-a-cute-face-reclamation-society-podcast-2/

 

Subscribe Here:

 

Urban Vinyl Headphones: 

Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)

 

Connect with Us:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: hi@reclamationsociety.org 

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 

 

Give:

Support the Reclamation Society: www.reclamationsociety.org/give

04 Jun 2017Kubo and the Two Strings: Deity, Humanity, and Two CREEPY Aunts00:48:16

Don't you hate it when your grandfather tries to steal your eye?

 

Daryl Smith and Jac LaTour break down Kubo and the Two Strings (which available now on Netflix)! What did you think of Kubo? Shoot us an email and let us know!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts (Obviously, We're in the Middle of a Star Wars Series):

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/

 

Subscribe Here:

 

Urban Vinyl Headphones: 

Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)

 

Connect with Us:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)

Email: hi@reclamationsociety.org 

Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society

Social: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 

 

Give:

Support the Reclamation Society: www.reclamationsociety.org/give

30 Oct 2016Luke Cage, Ep. 2 - Eye for an eye or turn the other cheek?00:25:42

Our podcast covering episode two of Luke Cage! Topics discussed:

  • "Eye for an eye" vs. "Turning the other cheek" - which one's right?
  • What does respect look like? Who deserves respect?
  • The little choices that turn characters (and us) into heroes or villains.
Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
21 Nov 2016Luke Cage, Ep. 3 - Vigilantes and "Victim Mentality"00:21:05

On this week's episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, I cover the following topics from ep. 3 of the Luke Cage series on Netflix. Special thanks to Ben for his email!

  • I read Ben's email about the forms of evil in Luke Cage.
  • Responsibility, blame, and leadership... "The victim mentality."
  • Is it okay to be a vigilante? (Also, Jay pronounces "vigilante" oddly.)
  • What does it mean to be "good"? Who is "good"?
Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
27 Nov 2016Luke Cage, Ep. 4 - Should we compare Luke Cage to Jesus?00:26:05

On this week's episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, I cover the following topics from ep. 4 of the Luke Cage series on Netflix:

  • Rackham's view of God vs. Luke Cage's view of God
  • How does Luke 4:18 fit into Luke Cage? Is it Luke's new motto?
  • Wait... are we supposed to compare Luke Cage to Jesus?
  Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!   Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com or join our conversation on Imzy: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
12 Dec 2016Luke Cage, Ep. 5 - A Savior, Santeria, and the Spirituality of Luke Cage00:35:22
On this week's episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, Jay continues to explore the comparison of Luke Cage to Jesus Christ. But, he also takes a closer look at Santeria and "Benign Neglect."
  • Why does Cottonmouth say it costs to be a savior? And why should we ask Jesus?
  • A bullet that could kill Jesus? What does that mean?
  • What is Santeria? What are curanderas?
  • "Benign Neglect" and racial equality in the 1960s and 70s and what Jedenna has to say about it.

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com or join our conversation on Imzy: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
16 Jan 2017Luke Cage, Ep. 6 & 7 - He's...dead? Really?00:34:44

We've made it to the midpoint of Marvel's Luke Cage series on Netflix! Jay breaks down each character halfway through their character arc. What's going on with each character? What do we know about them midway through the series?

THIS PODCAST DOES CONTAIN SPOILERS!!!

Want to catch up on our Luke Cage podcasts? Here are the other episodes:

Luke Cage, Ep. 1 - Comparing Luke Cage to the Wire

Luke Cage, Ep. 2 - Eye for an Eye or Turn the Other Cheek?

Luke Cage, Ep. 3 - Vigilantes and "Victim Mentality"

Luke Cage, Ep. 4 - Should We Compare Luke Cage to Jesus?

Luke Cage, Ep. 5 - A Savior, Santeria, and the Spirituality of Luke Cage

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com!

Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
03 Apr 2017Marvel's Doctor Strange - Your IDENTITY Matters02:18:06

Arrogance, identity, and redemption--the journey of Doctor Strange.

Jay Sherer and Sam Welbaum review and discuss Scott Derrickson's film Doctor Strange. They start with a spoiler-free review, and then dig into some of the deeper themes. Questions posed by Doctor Strange, include:

  • Steven Strange is an arrogant bastard, but he’s also the best surgeon in the world. What’s the relationship between arrogance and success? What rules govern that relationship?
  • This movie has quite a bit to say about identity. What do you think the movie tells us about our identity? What can you draw out of it?
  • What rules govern this multiverse and the multiple dimensions that are referenced here?
  • “Healing through belief? I do not believe in fairytales. We are made of matter, and nothing more. There’s no such thing as spirit!” Strange says. And then he’s punched into the Astral plane and the multiverse. What do you think the relationship between the “spirit” or “soul” and the Astral Dimension?
  • “I have to surrender to control it? That doesn’t make sense!” Are we supposed to surrender, or should we work harder?
  • Doctor Strange. The Matrix. Inception. These are all fanciful films, but they draw on the perceived reality of our own experiences. How do you think all these films are related?
  • Kaecilius, The Ancient One, and Mordo all have different perspectives on “breaking the natural law.” What does it mean to “break the natural law"? Which character’s perspective do you side with? Why?
  • The Ancient One, at one point in the movie, turns to Steven Strange, and asks, “Who are you in this vast multiverse?” How would you answer that same question?

 

Visit our YouTube channel for more reviews and reaction videos: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at hi@reclamationsociety.org! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
18 Jan 2017Review: Penny Dreadful - Season 1 - Spoiler Free!00:10:53

The Reclamation Society review of Penny Dreadful - Season 1. Here's our rating system:

  • Quality (1 - 10, 10 being best)
  • Story Depth (1 - 10, 10 being best)
  • Likelihood we would refer it to someone else (1 - 10, 10 being "definitely")

 

This review is spoiler free! You can also watch this review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V16sWfvsNs0

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
18 Dec 2016Rogue One - The Reclamation Society Review00:17:08

This review is also available as a video on YouTube! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvLa7ormSiQ&t=25s

Jay shares his thoughts about Rogue One. This is our first movie "review." When Rogue One is available for purchase, we'll dive in deeper to explore the movies thoughts on spirituality, human nature, relationships, and tyrrany. Until then, we hope you enjoy this review!

  • Jay ranks all the Star Wars films on a scale of 1-to-10 (10 being best).
  • A non-spoiler review of the film. Should you go see it?
  • SPOILER ALERT! After the 5:31 mark, Jay talks in a little more specifics. If you don't want to be spoiled, you might want to turn it off there.

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com or join our conversation on Imzy: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!

  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
13 Feb 2017Serenity - Are the Reavers really THAT bad?01:18:49

Guest host, Daryl Smith, and his guest, Justin Weaver, review and discuss Joss Whedon's Serenity!

  • First up, our review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others.
  • What does it look like for Mal (an Atheist) to have a relationship with Book (a spiritual person)?
  • Should we have sympathy for the Reavers? Why or why not?
  • Do you agree that Shepherd Book is a Christian as Daryl and Justin surmised? Could he be of a different faith?

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at hi@reclamationsociety.org! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
22 Feb 2017Special Edition - Why We Started the Reclamation Society00:43:49

It's the Reclamation Society's one-year anniversary! To celebrate, Jay tells the story of how the Reclamation Society (and the Story Geeks podcast) was started–from his mother's battle with cancer to meeting Nathan. We invite rebels, renegades, and revolutionaries to question everything and seek the truth. Listen in to hear why!

What do you think of our new podcast logo designed by Nathan?

 

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21 May 2017Star Wars: Attack of the Clones (Part 1) - How Sifo-Dyas Screws the Galaxy01:05:32

“You’ll always be that little boy I met on Tatooine.” - Senator Amidala

Ouch. Friend zone!

 

Daryl Smith, Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down the Star Wars: Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (part 1 of 2)!

 

Check Out Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/

 

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28 May 2017Star Wars: Attack of the Clones (Part 2) - How Anakin is Driven to the Dark Side00:50:52

 

“Anakin! Seeing you brings warm feelings to my heart.” - Yoda

But, don’t even think of going to rescue your mom because you’re not allowed to form attachments…

 

Daryl Smith, Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down the Star Wars: Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (part 2 of 2)!

 

Check Out the Other Star Wars Podcasts in this Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/

 

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06 Jul 2017Star Wars: Prequel Trilogy Wrap-Up - Jar-Jar Hate? Deceitful Marketing? More STAR WARS!!!01:26:38

What we love (and hate) about George Lucas's prequel trilogy. More Star Wars discussion on the Story Geeks podcast!!!

Daryl Smith, Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer discuss the Star Wars prequel trilogy! What's your favorite scene? Shoot us an email and let us know (hi@reclamationsociety.org)!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
  6. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
  7. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/

 

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11 Jun 2017Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1) - Legends vs. Canon01:17:40

Stover's novel really adds some important context that storytellers and Star Wars fans will love. But, the movie itself also has a lot of important things to say.

Mark Hurliman (The Star Wars Report and Star Wars: Beyond the Films), Seth Fontaine (Urban Vinyl), Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down Star Wars - Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! What did you think of Anakin's fall? Shoot us an email and let us know!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/

 

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22 Jun 2017Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2) - Are the Jedi truly good? Are the Sith truly evil?01:18:50

Stover's novel really adds some important context that storytellers and Star Wars fans will love. But, the movie itself also has a lot of important things to say.

Mark Hurliman (The Star Wars Report and Star Wars: Beyond the Films), Seth Fontaine (Urban Vinyl), Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down Star Wars - Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! What did you think of Anakin's fall? Shoot us an email and let us know (hi@reclamationsociety.org)!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
  6. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/

 

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20 Jul 2017Star Wars: Rogue One (Part 1) - Fangirling, All the Feels, and Filling Plot Holes01:15:19

 

Shannon is a "prequels person." Hannibal hates The Force Awakens with "the power of a billion exploding suns." And Jay struggles with the prequel trilogy... and yet, all three LOVE Rogue One.

Hannibal Tabu (author), Shannon McCarter (Network 1901 host), and Jay Sherer dive deeper into Rogue One, a Star Wars Story!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
  6. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
  7. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/
  8. Star Wars - Prequels Trilogy Re-Cap: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/

 

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27 Jul 2017Star Wars: Rogue One (Part 2) w/ Hannibal Tabu and Shannon McCarter01:17:29

Are you Lawful Evil or Chaotic Good? Where D&D and Star Wars meet. Shannon, Hannibal, and Jay continue their deeper dive into Rogue One!

Hannibal Tabu (author), Shannon McCarter (Network 1901 host), and Jay Sherer dive deeper into Rogue One, a Star Wars Story!

Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
  3. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
  4. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
  5. Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
  6. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
  7. Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/
  8. Star Wars - Prequels Trilogy Re-Cap: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
  9. Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-1-fangirling-all-the-feels-and-filling-plot-holes/

 

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17 Apr 2017Star Wars: The Last Jedi - How Darth Hermit Kills Rey00:46:20

"I only know one truth... It's time for the Jedi to end."

*Luke ignites lightsaber and turns on Rey*

Nathan Scheck and Jay Sherer break down the Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi teaser trailer and discuss our upcoming deep dive into the Star Wars universe, one movie at a time, starting with Episode 1: The Phantom Menace.

Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss our upcoming series!

 

Watch Jay's The Last Jedi teaser trailer reaction or watch Star Wars: Rivals (our Star Wars fan film) on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

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Have a comment? Shoot us an email at hi@reclamationsociety.org! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
30 Apr 2017Star Wars: The Phantom Menace (Part 1) - Are Midi-chlorians Bantha Poodoo?01:02:41

“I do not believe the Sith could have returned without us knowing…” - Mace Windu

Oops.

Michael Young (http://thatnerdsoul.com), Lisa Young, Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down the Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace!

Other Star Wars Series Episodes:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/

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07 May 2017Star Wars: The Phantom Menace (Part 2) - The True Nature of the Force... is Confusing01:22:48

“Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering. I sense much fear in you.” - Yoda

Michael Young (http://thatnerdsoul.com), Lisa Young, Nathan Scheck, and Jay Sherer break down the Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace - Part 2!

Other Star Wars Series Episodes:

  1. The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
  2. Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/

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17 Oct 2016Stranger Things - Ep. 1 w/ Karina Fabian01:04:26
This week on the Reclamation Society podcast... my friend and fellow write, Karina Fabian, joins me to talk about her book "Discovery" and dive deeper into the truth communicated through Stranger Things, Episode 1! (If you want to skip straight to the Stranger Things portion of the show, fast forward to 10:49:00). Major themes this episode include:
  • What causes us to feel fear?
  • Is there a difference between science and the supernatural?
  • How do we feel about each of these new characters?
  • What are the characteristics of courage?
  • Should we trust the government?
  • What does friendship mean? Why do we need friends?
Special thanks to Joe Zepeda for the podcast art! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
07 Nov 2016Stranger Things, Ep. 2 - Whose lives do we truly value?01:11:56
On this week's episode of the Reclamation Society podcast, Isaac Johnson and I discuss the following topics:
  • Is the supernatural real?
  • Sheriff Hopper has to re-live his own past. Is he cursed?
  • Do we value all life? What makes us value human life?
Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.
31 Dec 2016Stranger Things, Ep. 3 - Why Setting the Show in the 80s Matters00:59:59

Jay and Sandra Dimas, editor-in-chief of the Prose and Cons, discuss the deeper issues found in Stranger Things, Ep. 3:

  • "[Stranger Things] is one of the best shows out right now." - Sandra
  • What is the Upside Down? Is it another planet? Another dimension? Another spiritual plane?
  • Who's your favorite character in the show? Why?
  • What's up with Barb's disappearance and why are people so fired up about it?

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com or join our conversation on Imzy: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
19 Mar 2017Stranger Things: Season 1 - String Theory, D&D, and Hot Pink Tank Tops01:35:07

Sam Welbaum explains String Theory and Pantheism while Jay Sherer (the Story Geeks host) and Isaac Johnson attempt to follow along...

Jay, Sam, and Isaac review the Duffer Brother's Netflix series Stranger Things, Season 1! They start with a spoiler-free review, and then dig into some of the deeper themes. Questions posed by Stranger Things, Season 1, include:

  • Based on what you know of the Upside Down and the Demogorgon, what do you think is going on? Is this an alternate dimension? And alternate timeline? A different spiritual plane?
  • We all grew up in the 80s. Let’s compare our own experiences in the 80s and compare that to the show’s portrayal of the 80s. How did this show speak to your own experience? And, what is it missing?
  • Who’s your favorite character? Why?
  • Where do you think the story is headed and what do you hope to see in Season 2?

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
08 Jan 2017Suicide Squad - Heroes, Villains, and Jared Leto's Joker01:40:13

Daryl Smith joins Jay Sherer to discuss Suicide Squad! One of them gives it a 7/10, the other gives it a 4/10, can you guess which one gave each rating?

  • Which of the characters are heroes and which are villains?
  • A comparison of Jokers... how does Jared Leto do in comparison to Heath Ledger?
  • How do we define the term "villain"?

 

Do you need a new pair of headphones? Check out the premium wood headphones made by our sponsor, Urban Vinyl. Use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount! For every pair of headphones purchased using our promo code, Urban Vinyl will donate to the Reclamation Society. Visit www.urbanvinyl.org to purchase your pair!

Have a comment? Shoot us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com!

Join our Imzy discussion group: https://www.imzy.com/reclamation_society!   Make sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podbean. And follow us on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram! Also, you can support the Reclamation Society and get a great year-end tax deduction when you give at www.reclamationsociety.org/give.   Also, we made our own Star Wars fan film earlier this year. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrqWoTLRzCw&t=7s
03 Jun 2016Superman: Man of Steel. Is Zach Snyder Telling the Truth? - Reclamation Society Podcast #101:09:00
Is Zach Snyder telling the truth? What is true?  The Reclamation Society Podcast examines modern-day stories in an effort to define truth. What are the storytellers telling us is true about the world? In this episode, George Haraksin (philosopher and deep thinker) and Jay Sherer (executive director of the Reclamation Society) ask:
  1. What does Man of Steel tell us is true about spirituality? Is Superman a "type of Christ" or a "Christ-like" figure?
  2. What does Man of Steel tell us about human beings and their relationships? What does it say about our own quest for identity?
We share our thoughts, but we'd love to hear your thoughts as well. Please comment below! The Reclamation Society is a nonprofit organization [501(c)(3)]. If you liked this podcast (or if you hated it, but want to argue with us some more), please donate on our website: www.reclamationsociety.org! For more about how the brain is wired for story, read Lisa Cron's "Wired for Story."
27 Feb 2017The 2016 Geek Awards - What do you think won?01:36:50

Marianne Haaland, Sandra Dimas, Daryl Smith, and Jay Sherer reveal the top geek films of 2016 as voted on by YOU! What was your favorite film of 2016? Comment and let us know!

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23 Dec 2016The Dark Knight - Is the Joker an Atheist?01:49:18

Jay and Daryl talk about each character in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight.

  • Can we trust people who are as arrogant as Harvey Dent?
  • Is Jim Gordon as intelligent as Batman, and is Batman the smartest hero in the DC universe?
  • How different is Two-Face from Harvey Dent?
  • What does Joker believe? What's his take on spirituality?

 

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12 Mar 2017The Dark Knight Rises - Bane, the Hopeless Romantic?01:34:05

Best movie ending ever? Daryl thinks so!

Daryl Smith hosts again with Jay Sherer as this week's guest (role reversal!). They review Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises to complete the Nolan Batman trilogy, and then they dig deeper to ask some important questions about the story.

First up, their review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others. And here are some of the deeper questions:

  • Should Gordon have lied about Harvey Dent? What are the implications of his lie?
  • "There is no despair without hope." - Bane. What does hope look like for Nolan's characters?
  • Nolan has said the theme of this movie is pain. How does each character experience pain?
  • Who's your favorite character from this film?

 

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06 Feb 2017The Sheriff of Babylon, Vol. 1 - Best Comic Book of 2016?01:36:44

Jay Sherer and Mike Gordon discuss Tom King and Mitch Gerad's comic series: The Sheriff of Babylon!

  • First up, our review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others.
  • Is The Sheriff of Babylon the best comic series of 2016?
  • What does this comic book have to say about the Iraq War? Has it changed your perspective of the Iraq War?
  • Spirituality and faith are tackled from multiple angles. What does the book have to say about those topics?

 

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10 Apr 2017The Sheriff of Babylon, Vol. 2 - Pow. Pow. Wait... That's IT?!?!01:42:42

Is this a perfect ending to this series... or do we need more?

Jay Sherer and Mike Gordon (http://newlegendmike.blogspot.com/) review and discuss Tom King and Mitch Gerads' trade, The Sheriff of Babylon, Vol. 2. They start with a spoiler-free review, and then dig into some of the deeper themes. Questions posed by The Sheriff of Babylon, Vol. 2, include:

  • How do these characters process their impact on the world around them? How much control/influence do they feel they have?
  • How do the characters express their faith in light of tragic circumstances?
  • What does affluence do to our beliefs in a high power? What causes us to believe?
  • What's the deal with Jim from Ops?
  • How do you feel about the ending of this trade?

 

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10 Aug 2017The Top 10 FANTASY Films of All Time01:53:31

The Story Geeks discuss their Top 10 Fantasy Films of all time! And, they read off the lists of the Story Geeks who couldn't be on this week's podcast!

What are your Top 10 Fantasy Films of All Time? Email us at our new address: thestorygeeks@gmail.com!

Science Fiction Movies We've Covered on This Podcast:

  1. Kubo and the Two Strings: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/kubo-and-the-two-strings-deity-humanity-and-two-creepy-aunts/
  2. Doctor Strange: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/marvels-doctor-strange-your-identity-matters/
  3. Penny Dreadful - Season 1 Review: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/review-penny-dreadful-season-1-spoiler-free/

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13 Jul 2017The Top 10 Sci-Fi Films of All Time01:20:35

The Story Geeks discuss their Top 10 Sci-fi Films of all time! And, they read off the lists of the Story Geeks who couldn't be on this week's podcast. All 19 of them!

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  1. Our Star Wars Series! Check the show notes on this podcast for all the links: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
  2. Guardians of the Galaxy: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/guardians-of-the-galaxy-what’s-your-personal-awesome-mix/
  3. Interstellar: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/interstellar-ghosts-faith-and-your-brain-before-death/
  4. Serenity: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/serenity-respectable-prostitutes-in-space/

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21 Jan 2017Watchmen - Everyone's a Jerk and We're All Doomed01:24:46

Nathan Scheck joins Jay Sherer to discuss Zack Snyder's best film, Watchmen!

  • First up, our review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others.
  • Best introduction of all time in a film? Top 5?
  • Which character are you most like? Which one do you tend to root for?
  • Is there a villain in this movie? If so, who is it?
  • Is it really easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for Dr. Manhattan to feel an emotion? :D

 

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18 Jul 2016We NEED the Message Behind BATMAN BEGINS Right Now - Fear, Corruption, and Justice01:29:22

EPISODE #3 - BATMAN BEGINS

What is JUSTICE? The relevance of this question cannot be understated. At a time (July, 2016) when terror attacks and gun violence (police shooting African American men) are reported almost daily, we must ask ourselves what the concept of justice means. CORRUPTION vs. JUSTICE - why do they exist? How can we find justice? A major element is FEAR. We need to learn to analyze our own fears in order to combat systemic injustice and corruption.

 

Also: What is BATMAN's religion? Is he an atheist? An agnostic? Christian? What does he believe? We tackle that question and many more.

 

[SPOILER ALERT: If you haven't seen BATMAN BEGINS, please watch that first!]. Special thanks to this week's special guest, DARYL SMITH (Batman expert). If you have thoughts, please visit our blog (www.reclamationsociety.org/blog) and comment or send us an email at reclamationsociety@gmail.com! And, as always, share this podcast with a friend!

 

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20 Feb 2017Wolverine: Old Man Logan - Hunting Nazis in Alt-America00:38:59

Jay Sherer reviews Wolverine: Old Man Logan by Mark Millar (Daryl told me it's pronounced Mill-ER, so I pronounce it incorrectly the entire podcast) and Steve McNiven. I also dig deeper to ask some important questions about the story.

First up, our review--Quality, Story Depth, and Likelihood to Refer it to others. And here are some of the deeper questions:

  • Is it acceptable to be a pacifist? Why or why not? Are pacifists weaker than those willing to fight, or are they stronger?
  • What should we place our hope in? Humans in this book worship super heroes. What do we worship? Does it provide hope for us?
  • There's a lot of talk about "Nazis" today. How do we ensure that the U.S. never falls under Nazi control?
  • What is the "path of righteousness"? If being a pacifist is "righteous," why do we root for Wolverine to fight? When should we stand up and fight?

 

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04 Feb 2021Anxiety and Despair - Two Essential Storytelling Emotions - The Impactful Writing Podcast01:00:24
Anxiety and Despair - Two Essential Storytelling Emotions - The Impactful Writing Podcast

The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

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13 Jul 2020Untitled Goose Game! - A silly, hilarious indie video game with heart and based on... schadenfreude?00:50:57
Untitled Goose Game! The first video game in our Indie Video Game Series! And it's a ridiculous one! Casual gamer, Justin Weaver, and serious gamer, Ryan Swindoll, are joined by Nataly Guzman to discuss Untitled Goose Game!   On today's show:
  • Short interviews with the youngest Story Geeks ever on the show!
  • What about this game is so funny?
  • What do multiple generations of players think about this game?
  • Is this game a perfect example of “schadenfreude”? (What is “schadenfreude?!?!")
  • What was the funniest part of Untitled Goose Game to you?
  • Is the goose simply a menace displaying no empathy, or does the goose have something to teach this town, and its inhabitants, through the mischief?
  • Feel free to continue interacting with us about Untitled Goose Game, and be sure to jump into the conversation on our next game, Journey!
  • Thanks to Lynn, Jimmy, Debra and Jordan for interacting with us. Jump into the conversation and you may hear your name and question or comment on the next episode.
  • Honk!

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21 Feb 2023Chinatown EXPLAINED | A Deep Dive Into One of the BEST Screenplays of All Time00:42:17
Intrigue. Corruption. Amazing dialogue. And so many twists, turns, and clues it's worth digging deeper into...

Robert Towne's screenplay for Chinatown (1974) is considered by many to be the best screenplay of all time. On today's show (also available as a video on YouTube), I dig as deep as I can into the script to unearth all the clues, twists, and turns that make the script (and the film) incredible!

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07 Jun 2023Teddy Roosevelt YELLS at Indiana Jones | The Adventures of Young Indy00:25:52
Indy goes big game hunting with Teddy Roosevelt...

In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, I breakdown Episode 2A (the first half) of the first season, which is titled: "Passion for Life." Topics for discussion include:

  • The caricature of Teddy Roosevelt
  • Big game hunting
  • The fall of the British Empire
  • Indiana Jones learning more about being a conservationist

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13 Aug 2021Watching Return of the Jedi for the FIRST Time! - Star Wars Podcast01:23:02
Watching STAR WARS: Return of the Jedi for the FIRST time! - Star Wars Reaction (Full Podcast)

Mike has never seen Star Wars. We had to fix that. Join Jay Sherer as he watches Star Wars with a newbie and gets his reaction! Jay and Mike break down Episode 6: Return of the Jedi to see what it's like for someone who has never seen Star Wars to watch it for the first time!

What are Mike's thoughts on Return of the Jedi and the close of the Original Star Wars Trilogy? Does Return of the Jedi hold up 38 years later? Is Luke Skywalker cooler in Return of the Jedi than the previous two Star Wars films? In this full length Star Wars podcast, Mike and Jay discover what it's like to watch Star Wars for the first time as an adult. Plus, there's a great Star Tours reference in there! What was already spoiled for Mike by Star Wars being so popular in our current culture?

Jay and Mike tackle all those questions and more.

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23 Jun 2022Who’s the Audience for Obi-Wan Kenobi? | Obi-Wan Kenobi FINALE SPOILER Discussion!01:44:30
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Who was this show for? | "Weaponized Nostalgia"? | The BEST & WORST of Kenobi

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Michael Young (from NERDSoul) and Bryant Dillon (from Fanbase Press) to have a spoiler-filled discussion about the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, including the finale!

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29 Jun 2022Is Vecna a PERFECT Analogy for The Devil? | Stranger Things, Season 401:24:01
Stranger Things, Season 4: Vecna = The Devil? | Stranger Things Continuity | Devil's Hollow

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Chris Easterly (writer of Devil's Hollow) to discuss Season 4 of Stranger Things! We break down Vecna as a villain, talk about his similarities to The Devil, and then dig deeper into Chris's new film, Devil's Hollow and what it takes for a writer/director to produce their own film in 2022.

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07 Jan 2020Redemption in Star Wars00:59:56
REDEMPTION IN STAR WARS!

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  • Aftercast: The Jedi & The Sith - Dig Deeper
  • Nerdfight: Pitch a New Star Wars Trilogy
  • Aftercast: Stories we want to see after The Rise of Skywalker
  • Character Focus: Anakin Skywalker
  • Aftercast: Top 10 Star Wars Characters
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  • Nerdfight Aftercast: Most Powerful Star Wars Character
  • Star Wars: Episode IX Reaction
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30 Oct 2020Mandalorian Season 2 Pre-Season Live Show with Prof. Kutter Callaway!01:04:08
The Mandalorian Season 2 Pre-Season Live Show! Tim, Jay and Prof. Kutter Callaway discuss what they think is coming to Season Two of the Mandalorian on Disney+!

 

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14 Apr 2020The Most Impactful Geek Stories That Shaped Us with Sandra, Nick, and Scilla01:10:56
The Geek Movies That Made Us... ...and TV Shows, and Video Games, and Books! What geek stories impacted us?

This week, Sandra leads Nick and Scilla in a conversation about the geek stories that helped shape us. This topic came straight from The Story Geeks Club VIP Members! Thanks for voting on it!

 

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19 Apr 2022Why Justice Isn’t Black and White - The Story Geeks Show01:37:12
On today's The Story Geeks Show:
  1. Jay reacts to the Thor: Love and Thunder teaser trailer
  2. Jay and Dale Wentland discuss Ep. 2 & 3 of Tokyo Vice
  3. We play an exclusive clip from Death of a Bounty Hunter (the full cast audiobook version)

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21 Jan 2021The Power of Hope in Storytelling - The Impactful Writing Podcast01:04:50
The Power of Hope in Storytelling - The Impactful Writing Podcast

The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

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15 Jun 2023Indiana Jones HATES his father...00:14:12
Indy runs away with Leo Tolstoy and then shows his ass in Greece.

In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, "Travels with Father," topics for discussion include:

  • Indy and free speech
  • Indy and Tolstoy
  • Henry and Indy showing their asses on network TV
  • How "Travels with Father" helps explain Indiana Jones' relationship with Henry Jones, Sr. in The Last Crusade

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07 Apr 2020Walt Disney Highest Grossing Animated Films: Frozen 1 & 201:00:07
Frozen Podcast: Frozen 1 & 2 The highest grossing Walt Disney Animation films: Frozen 1 & 2!

This week, Justin leads a conversation with Sandra, Nataly, and Daryl as they dig deeper into FROZEN 1 & 2!

 

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10 Mar 2021Mutants ARE in the MCU? - WandaVision Ending & Complete WandaVision Series Breakdown01:11:47
Mutants ARE in the MCU? - WandaVision Ending & Complete WandaVision Series Breakdown

Join #TheStoryGeeks​ crew on this week's The Story Geeks Hangout LIVE at 8PM (PT) on Tuesday night. They'll be digging deeper into WandaVision and asking the following questions:

  • How satisfying was the WandaVision finale?
  • What worked with WandaVision? What didn't?
  • Wanda, Hayward, Westview, and consequences... (leaving vague to avoid WandaVision ending spoilers until Tuesday night!)
  • Now that the WandaVision ending has aired, where do you want the MCU to go next?

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Join in, bring your WandaVision questions, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! If you have thoughts about the WandaVision ending or want to share you thoughts on the WandaVision series breakdown, leave us a comment!

Our reaction to the WandaVision ending, plus a deeper dive into the issues raised by the show. And, as always, we'll talk about the art of storytelling in the MCU and breakdown the ending to WandaVision from a storytelling standpoint as well!

Weigh in on these additional questions about WandaVision in the comments:

  • Did you prefer WandaVision or The Mandalorian? Why?
  • Was the ending to WandaVision satisfying?
  • How do you think WandaVision handled Quicksilver? Was it fair?
  • Do you think the WandaVision ending has anything to do with mutants?
04 May 2020The Hero's Journey vs. The Heroine's Journey01:06:00
The Hero's Journey vs. The Heroine's Journey ...is there a difference between the two or are they the same?

Jay is joined by Joel Berry and Victoria Hansen to dig deeper into Joseph Campbell's ideas on story and myth that have inspired geek writers and audiences for decades.

 

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24 Dec 2019The Rise of Skywalker - REACTION01:21:38

Our thoughts on THE RISE OF SKYWALKER!

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  • Aftercast: Stories we want to see after The Rise of Skywalker
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  • Aftercast: Top 10 Star Wars Characters
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  • Nerdfight Aftercast: Most Powerful Star Wars Character
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09 Jun 2022Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ep. 4: Leia, Obi-Wan, and Canon | Does Canon Matter?01:26:59
Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ep. 4: Leia's Response to Obi-Wan's Death | Fortress Inquisitorius | Does Canon Matter?

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Bryant Dillon (Fanbase Press) to discuss episode 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi! This episode brings up some interesting problems with Star Wars canon... or does it? And even if it does, should we care? Jay and Bryant share their thoughts.

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08 Feb 2021Why the live-action Mulan doesn't come close to the animated version...01:20:43
Why the live-action Mulan doesn't come close to the animated version...

Sandra, Nataly, Cilla, and Alan Ng from Film Threat discuss Disney's live-action Mulan... and why it's nowhere near as meaningful or impactful as the original, animated version...

 

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24 Jan 2023What It’s Like to Receive Script Notes from a Production Studio01:14:49
Getting Notes from City Lights Studio on Our Screenplay: The Harlequin

What is it like to talk to a studio about your screenplay? On today’s podcast, my co-writer Nathan Scheck and I had a chance to sit down with the new, but quickly-growing City Lights Studio to talk about our latest feature script: The Harlequin. On this show you’ll get to hear:

  • What it’s like to be a brand new studio in Hollywood
  • How Seth and Justin from City Lights Studio feel about the current marketplace
  • Specific feedback for our script: The Harlequin
  • …and ideas for how to take your screenplay to the next level AND hopefully get it made

I’m friends with Seth, one of the founders of City Lights Studio, so this conversation is extremely friendly. Meaning, if you were to meet with a studio to discuss your script, it might not be this friendly. But my hope is that listening to their feedback on our script will give you some insight into how to polish your screenplays and get them made.

If you’re interested in reading our feature script, The Harlequin, or our short, No Vacancy, please consider becoming a supporter of How Stories Work on Patreon or shoot me an email and let me know you’re interested in reading it.

 

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31 Oct 20193 Types of Emotions Storytellers Make Us Feel and How to Use Them in YOUR Writing01:15:15

WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT by Karl Iglesias - Chapter 1

3 Types of Emotions Storytellers Make Us Feel and How to Use Them in YOUR Writing...

On today's episode:

...all dig deeper into Karl Iglesias's book, WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT. Using Karl's thoughts as a jumping off point, we discuss the techniques writers use to elicit emotions, and the importance of emotion in storytelling.

 

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  • Week 1: 3 Types of Emotions Storytellers Make Us Feel and How to Use Them in YOUR Writing
  • Week 2: How to Write Compelling Story Concepts - Part 1
  • Week 3: How to Write Compelling Story Concepts - Part 2
  • Week 4: How Storytellers Tap into Universal Themes and Why YOU Care
  • Week 5: Why We Love Rey, Frodo, and Batman - Creating Beloved Characters
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07 Mar 2023The Importance of Telling DARK Stories | Interview with Screenwriter and Poet, Joe Favalaro00:58:38
Dark stories. The imperfection of being human. Hope and despair.

On today's show, screenwriter and poet Joe Favalaro joins me to discuss the importance of telling dark stories that get to the core of what it means to be human. We use one of his latest scripts, Ultra Modern, as an example of a dark story told from the truth Joe's experienced in his own life.

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11 Feb 2020The Best Geek TV Shows & Movies of 2019 - Sci-fi, Fantasy, & Comic Book Films01:39:14
THE BEST GEEK TV SHOWS & MOVIES OF 2019 - SCI-FI, FANTASY, & COMIC BOOK FILMS!

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18 Feb 2021Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing02:20:58
Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing

Season 1: Episode 1

Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing #screenwriting #fiction #comicbookwriting

On today's show, Jay and Caleb tackle the differences between screenwriting, fiction writing (prose), and comic book writing! Do you focus more on screenwriting, fiction writing, or comic book writing? What can you learn from the other mediums?

Let us know in the comments down below!

 

KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

Screenwriting

What makes screenwriting unique? What should you focus on when it comes to screenwriting? What are the core elements of screenwriting?

 

Fiction Writing

What makes writing fiction unique? What should you focus on when it comes to writing fiction? What are the core elements of writing fiction?

 

Comic Book

Writing What makes comic book writing unique? What should you focus on when it comes to comic book writing? What are the core elements of comic book writing?

 

18 Feb 2020Is Harley Quinn good or bad? And why did Birds of Prey fail?01:17:42
Harley Quinn and the Birds of Prey - Is Harley Quinn good or bad? And why did Birds of Prey fail?

Daryl, Nick, and Priscilla dig deeper into the latest (and apparently controversial because all DC movies must be controversial)--DC Comics film.

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10 May 2022Scarlet Witch in the Multiverse of Madness | My Review| Doctor Strange 2 SPOILERS!00:18:37
What I LIKED and DISLIKED about Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness...

On this show, I break down my thoughts on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. What worked? What didn't work? I'll break it down from a writing/storytelling standpoint. Leave your comments on what you thought!

Programming Note: All longer podcast shows will move from Tuesday and Thursday to Wednesday... Unfortunately, I can't keep up with two long shows per week. But I am planning on doing shorter shows throughout the week. Like this one! But tune in to the longer show every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET)!

 

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25 Feb 2020Joker Movie - Are Joker and Batman Half-Brothers?01:30:02
JOKER MOVIE - Are Joker and Batman Half-Brothers, now? And how do we all feel about this film? Did it deserve its Oscar nominations and wins?

Jay, Nick, and Priscilla dig deeper into one of the most talked about comic book movies of 2019--JOKER!

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25 Mar 2021Zack Snyder's Justice League - Audience Reaction!01:17:20
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Audience Reaction!

Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's #Avengers

What's the best film? Zack Snyder's #JusticeLeague​? Joss Whedon's Justice League? Joss Whedon's Avengers? Most of The Story Geeks agree... except Jay. Jay defends #ZSJL​!

 

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Do you prefer Zack Snyder's Justice League or Joss Whedon's Justice League? What do The Story Geeks think?

They're pretty much all on the same page with Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League. Do you agree?

Here's a tough one... Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Avengers! Here's where Jay gets crazy and goes against... everyone!

What about Zack Snyder's Justice League do you like? What about it do you dislike? And how is Zack Snyder better than Joss Whedon? What about the reverse?

But, we want to hear YOUR thoughts: Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Avengers!

02 Nov 2020Bly Manor - The Story Geeks Podcast!01:20:31
The Story Geeks Discuss Bly Manor! Justin, Sandra, & Nick discuss the best and most meaningful parts of the series! Meanwhile, Tim hides behind the scenes as the man in the chair because horror scares him!

 

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21 Mar 2023Drunk3PO is Writing a Graphic Novel About Finding Purpose and Value01:10:33
A graphic novel about finding purpose and value. My interview with Drunk3PO (Jay)!

Jay (Drunk3PO on Twitter) works as a teacher. He was seeing more and more kids who need to find purpose in their lives and value themselves. He decided to write a graphic novel for them. On today’s show, he talks about his first graphic novel Achromatic Chronicles: Blue, the inspiration behind it, and why he decided to become a writer on top of being a YouTuber.

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26 Apr 2022Tokyo Vice, Ep. 4, Detective Noir, and Lucifer’s Motivation - The Story Geeks00:53:35

Breaking down Tokyo Vice, Ep. 4, talking about detective noir, and discussing Lucifer's motivation...

Today's show starts with a discussion about one of the themes our sponsor covers: Lucifer's motivation. What is Lucifer's motivation? Jay shares some thoughts from a storyteller's standpoint. And then, we'll get into Tokyo Vice, episode four!

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15 Feb 2021The Crow (1994) - Movie Review, Reaction, and Retrospective01:40:57
The Crow (1994) - Movie Review, Reaction, and Retrospective

#Review​ #Reaction​ #TheCrow​

The Crow - Movie Review and Reaction - The Crow (1994)

Goth kids of the 90s... ASSEMBLE! (But, like, in a cool, nonconformist way.) The Story Geeks crew is getting together to review and react to The Crow (1994). As usually, we'll dig deeper into the themes and cultural relevance.

Join us LIVE on YouTube or catch the replay on The Story Geeks podcast feed! Have thoughts on The Crow (1994)? Leave them in the comments down below!

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Today on The Story Geeks podcast:

...90s Goth kids rejoice—and I mean that in the most brooding way possible—we’re talking about 1994’s comic book classic: The Crow!

But before we get into that, we’ve got a fascinating new sponsor… a participatory-arts podcast. At the end of this episode I’ll play a trailer, and you should listen because it’s a fascinating concept. It’s called SYGNYL—S-Y-G-N-Y-L—and it just launched, so if you find this concept interesting go check it out.

SYGNYL subtly invites listeners into a hidden world that exists all around you. And here’s where it gets really interesting. In each episode, a soothing voice will dare you to complete small, collaborative acts… in the real world.

Trippy, right? And super interesting. Through magical realism, the SYGNYL becomes a new vessel for ancient wisdom and a medicine for the troubles currently ailing our world.

Will YOU choose to follow the instructions within? Visit SYGNYL.com, S-Y-G-N-Y-L dot com to check it out, and like I said, I’ll play a clip for you at the end of this show.

Let’s get into it: 1994’s R-rated Gothic romance slash revenge flick, The Crow.

 

The Crow came out in 1994, was very Goth, very Occult, and had a super 90s soundtrack—The Cure, Stone Temple Pilots, RATM, Violent Femmes, NIN—but in many ways, it was far ahead of its time. It made use of face-replacement technology that, prior to The Crow’s release, had only been used in Jurassic Park. It was a box office success, taking the #1 spot opening weekend. But it gained even more success once it went to VHS/DVD. And, of course, comic book films were a rarity in that time. Do you think The Crow still stands the test of time? What hasn’t aged well with The Crow?

 

There were a ton of accidents and incidents that happened behind the scenes in The Crow, so much so many say the film was cursed. Various cast and crew members suffered a variety of injuries and of course there was Brandon Lee’s tragic on-set death by a faulty prop gun. Do you think the behind-the-scenes tragedies led to The Crow's success or would it have stood on its own?

 

The Crow is rated R. And it truly lived up to that rating—with graphic content. Today we wonder if comic book movies should be rated R, or if they should be made with a broader and younger audience in mind. But The Crow gave no Fs about its R rating. What has changed in the comic book world and society?

 

We often talk about the “why” of a character. The catalyst that starts the protagonist on the hero’s journey. For The Crow, this catalyst is built off “fridging,” which is a term for a comic book trope where the death of a female character serves as a catalyst for the hero’s journey. Does it work in The Crow? Why or why not? (Before we dive in, I think it’s important to point out that James O’Barr, author and artist of The Crow comic book series, lost his fiancé in a car accident with a drunk driver.)

 

Is The Crow (Eric Draven) a hero, a villain, an antihero, or something else entirely? Does it work? What makes it work?

 

The Crow centers on bringing a soul back to “make things right.” There’s a whole genre of films dedicated to revenge fantasies—John Wick, The Crow, a bunch of B-movie Bruce Willis movies. These are essentially a blend of grief fulfillment and the quest for justice. What makes this a compelling concept? And, for The Crow, what would justice actually look like? Does revenge play a role in justice at all?

 

The Crow is a Goth movie. What does it mean to be Goth and what attracts people to Goth culture? What do Goth fans crave that society isn’t giving them?

 

The Crow reboot has been put on hold indefinitely. Is it worth remaking considering how underwhelming the sequels have been? And who would you cast in The Crow?

 

That’s it for today’s show! Don’t forget to subscribe to The Story Geeks podcast on YouTube or your preferred podcast provider. And make sure you check out Death of a Bounty Hunter, the book I co-wrote, AND the new participatory-arts podcast, SYGNYL.

Thanks for listening, and as always: Question everything... and always seek the Truth.

11 Mar 2021How to Get Better at Writing - Part 2: 9 Ways to Improve Your Writing01:41:30
How to Get Better at Writing - Part 2: 9 Ways to Improve Your Writing

Jay didn't get to be a part of Part 1, so in this episode, Caleb interviews Jay about his writing tips on how to get better at writing!

 

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08 Jun 2020The Most Impactful Geek Stories - Daryl and Jay01:22:30
The conclusion of The Story Geeks Club chosen series! Jay and Daryl share the geek stories most impactful to them!

 

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11 May 2020Storytelling and Gaming - The Stories Driving Great Video Games01:03:03
Storytelling and Video Gaming How do the stories in video games impact us? Do video games have an impact on how we behave? What makes for a great story in a great game?

Justin Weaver and Ryan Swindoll breakdown the process of storytelling as it relates video games.

 

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05 May 2022A Deeper Discussion About Moon Knight - Season 1 - Moon Knight Podcast01:15:49
A Deeper Discussion About Moon Knight - Season 1 - Moon Knight on The Story Geeks Podcast! [SPOILERS]

On today's show, Jay Sherer and Josh Taylor (from Modern Mouse) have a deeper discussion about Moon Knight (Ep. 6 and Season 1):

  • How does Moon Knight fit in with the other MCU Disney+ shows? Is it better than Wandavision or Loki?
  • "Balance," "Good," and "Evil" in Moon Knight.
  • What made Moon Knight work? What didn't hit well?
  • What do we want from Moon Knight moving forward?

Let us know what YOU thought of Moon Knight!

 

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23 Aug 2021INGLORIOUS - A 1-hr Conversation About a 20-min Scene - Great Movie Openings01:24:08
INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - A Fantastic 20-minute Opening Scene...

Suspenseful. Well-written. And 20 minutes full of greatness. Quentin Tarantino wrote one helluva opening scene! And Caleb and Jay will discuss it for over an hour...

Special thanks to the sponsor of today's show, DOR VAHDOR! Learn more about DOR VAHDOR at https://novusrenaissance.com/dor-vahdor. See below for a longer description!

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More great movie openings are coming for the following films:

  • ALIEN: COVENANT - July 5th (YouTube)/July 12th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
  • ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - July 19th (YouTube)/July 26th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
  • UP - Aug 9th 
  • INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - Aug 23rd
  • THE MATRIX - Sep 6th
  • WATCHMEN - Sep 20th
  • MOULIN ROUGE - Oct 4th

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19 Jan 2022Wait... WHAT?!?! - MCU Tier List - Ranking ALL MCU Movies and TV Shows -Jay’s Tier List!00:58:01

Wait... WHAT?!?! - MCU Tier List - Ranking ALL MCU Movies and TV Shows -Jay's Tier List!

In today's podcast (which is also available on YouTube) I give you my tier list ranking of ALL the MCU films and TV shows to date. This tier list covers everything through 2021, including the latest from the MCU. I'd also love to hear YOUR tier list. Leave me a comment and let me know what makes it to the top of your tier list ranking!

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For this tier list ranking of MCU movies and TV shows... I go step-by-step through this tier list with MY top choices. Some of the criteria I used to build this tier list ranking: (1) Does it have a great story? (2) Is it funny? (3) How good is the action? (4) How is the character development?

I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts about my tier list ranking of MCU films and TV shows! Let me know what your tier list ranking would look like in the comments down below!

03 Mar 2020Why Lord of the Rings is Great - The Brilliant Storytelling Behind Lord of the Rings00:50:23
WHY LORD OF THE RINGS IS GREAT!

Jay, Daryl, and special guest, Andrew Peterson--author of the Wingfeather Saga--dig deeper into one of the most iconic stories of all time... J.R.R. Tolkien's LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy!

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09 Mar 2022Iron Man’s Near-Perfect Storytelling - A Writer Breaks Down Iron Man (2008)01:10:40
Iron Man's Near-Perfect Storytelling - A Writer Breaks Down Iron Man (2008)

On today's show, I tackle the original Iron Man (2008)! Why do people love this movie so much? Well, it has a lot to do with the storytellers and writers. I break down how the storytellers and writers behind Iron Man crafted a compelling plot, put Tony Stark through a great character arc, and built the film around a strong premise, interesting themes, and a great concept. Listen in for a complete breakdown of how Iron Man works!

 

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10 Nov 2020How Are Easter Eggs and References Used in the Mandalorian? - The Story Geeks Podcast!00:58:56
The Mandalorian Season 2 Pre-Season Live Show! Nataly, Cilla, Nick, & Tim dive into the Easter Eggs and References in the Mandalorian on Disney+! How are they used as a story telling medium, what were our favorites, and what didn't work?

 

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13 Jun 2023Indiana Jones’ First Love | The Adventures of Young Indy00:16:11
Sigmund Freud tells Indy that all love is about sex. And then Indy's mom cheats on Henry Jones, Sr.!

In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, "The Perils of Cupid," topics for discussion include:

  • Indy and his first love interest
  • Sigmund Freud and Karl Jung teach Indy about love
  • Indy's mom has an emotional affair
  • How "The Perils of Cupid" helps explain Indiana Jones' troubling relationships with women

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

 

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11 Oct 2021The Story Geeks is becoming... How Stories Work with Jay Sherer - Here‘s Why!00:06:07

When did I subscribe to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer? Well... technically, you didn't. This is The Story Geeks channel, but undergoing our new REBRAND! Don't worry, I think you'll continue to dig the content. But, I also wanted to let you know a bit more about the change in today's episode. Here are some highlights:

Personal Thanks:

I have been exceedingly blessed by all your support and encouragement and by our interaction over the years! Thank you for being a part of our support system! It means so much to me!

Team Thanks:

I'm also exceedingly grateful to The Story Geeks team and everything they've done over the last 5 years! They've been amazing!

Branding Update:

I'm rolling out an entirely new show. It's very similar to The Story Geeks, but also has some major differences. The new show will be called How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. I've resisted "personal branding" for a long time, but now I'm leaning into it a bit more. It's a bit scary, but I think (hope!) it's going to be good!

 

Changes:

Here's a brief list of what's changing:

  • The Story Geeks podcast channel - same feed, but re-branded to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. No need to subscribe somewhere else.
  • The Art of Storytelling - The Story Geeks YouTube channel - same channel, but re-branded to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. No need to subscribe somewhere else.
  • The Story Geeks Twitter - same account, but rebranded to @StorytellingHSW. No need to follow a new account.
  • The Story Geeks Instagram account - same account, but rebranded to @howstorieswork. No need to follow a new account.
  • The Story Geeks Facebook Group - will remain active, but long-term I won't post as much here. Sorry!

HERE'S THE ONLY SIGNIFICANT CHANGE...

Why would I change Patreon accounts? Well, I didn't want to assume that all you amazing people would want to keep supporting my new channel. Yes, it's VERY similar, but it's not the same and it doesn't seem right to switch it without giving you the option of no longer supporting me. But know this, whether or not you choose to keep supporting me (and the Reclamation Society), I have been THRILLED and HUMBLED by all your support thus far.

I hope you'll support the new show over at https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork, but I will TOTALLY understand if you choose not to.

 

You're all wonderful people, amazing supporters, and on behalf of our whole team, we are SO GRATEFUL for all you've meant to us!

Jay Sherer (always and forever a Story Geek)

 

PS. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me!

27 Jun 2023Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | How Stories Work02:06:10
Why we have a PG-13 rating: TEMPLE OF DOOM!

In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Today, we're talking about Temple of Doom. Topics include:

  • Does this film get too silly?
  • What do you think about Temple of Doom's intro?
  • Was it smart to move from a Judeo-Christian relic to Hindu artifacts?

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

 

My apologies regarding the clipping noises in this episode. Not sure why it recorded that way!

 

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01 Jun 2022Obi-Wan Kenobi vs Luke Skywalker Comebacks | Kenobi Ep. 1 Discussion | The Story Geeks01:23:14
Obi-Wan Kenobi Ep. 1: Review | Obi-Wan vs. Luke - Who had the better comeback?

Megan Salinas joins Jay Sherer to dig deeper into Ep. 1 of Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+! They share their thoughts on Ep. 1 and dig deeper into the best elements (and maybe some that weren't great) of the story driving the Obi-Wan Kenobi series!

New shows come out every Wednesday! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

 

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24 Mar 2020How Movies Tell Us to Act During a Pandemic01:03:57
How Movies Tell Us to Act During a Pandemic World War Z, The Walking Dead, Contagion, Outbreak, Shaun of the Dead, and even Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame have things to say about pandemic behavior.

Though social-distancing... The Story Geeks are still producing content! This week, Sandra, Nick, and Jay take a look at sci-fi, fantasy, and horror movies to determine how we should act during a pandemic. Sometimes, it's not pretty. We also try to keep it light at times, because it's too intense out there!

 

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07 Jan 2021Storytelling - Going Beyond Technique to Tell a Great Story - The Impactful Writing Podcast01:04:38
Storytelling - Going Beyond Technique to Tell a Great Story - The Impactful Writing Podcast

The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

 

03 May 2022Why Spider-Man: No Way Home is so popular00:51:49
Why Spider-Man: No Way Home is so popular...

On today's show, I break down all the things that made Spider-Man: No Way Home so popular. Here is the complete list of topics covered on today's show:

  • Is Spider-Man: No Way Home overrated?
  • What is it REALLY about?
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home's Box Office Numbers
  • Best Scene/Worst Scene (and why)
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home vs The Batman

Let me know what YOU thought of Spider-Man: No Way Home!

 

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01 Jan 2021What is the BEST Christmas Comedy - Story Geeks Holiday Nerdfight00:55:35
What is the BEST Christmas Comedy!? - Story Geeks Holiday Nerdfight Join Sanda, Justin, Tim & Special Guest Kimberly as they dive into the Ultimate Christmas Nerdfight! What is the BEST Christmas Nerd Fight! Who has the funniest quotables? Why are Narwhals the pinnacle of movie strategy? And just how crazy good is Kimberly's FINAL QUESTION!?

 

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28 Apr 2022The Blues Brothers & Moon Knight, Ep. 5 - The Story Geeks Show01:32:33
The Blues Brothers & Moon Knight, Ep. 5 - The Story Geeks Show

On today's show, my friend Mike Biondo joins me to discuss his favorite film, a bonkers rock musical from the 80s, The Blues Brothers! Also, I react to, review, and break down episode five of Moon Knight!

 

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25 May 2020Most Impactful Geek Stories: The Phantom Menace, LOTR, LOST, and Avatar: The Last Airbender - Justin and Nataly01:16:50
The Movies, TV Shows, and other Geeks Stories that impacted us!

Justin and Nataly discuss the stories that shaped their lives and perspectives of the world on this week's The Story Geeks podcast!

 

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