Topic: Robert Julian

3 chapters across the catalog

Experiential Evidence
Episode 598 23:50 - 26:10

598: Experiential Evidence

Twitter News Utility, South by Southwest Celebrity Sightings

The utility of Twitter for breaking news is criticized as being filled with "bullshit pundits" and repetitive content. Celebrity appearances at SXSW are mentioned, including remote appearances by Julian Assange and Edward Snowden via Skype. Observations are made regarding the aging appearance of actor Robert Duvall and producer Robert Redford.

Episode 404 33:24 - 36:20

404: Spy in a Bag

Woody Allen, Midnight in Paris European Criticism

Woody Allen's film "Midnight in Paris" faced unusual criticism from French critics for allegedly ignoring the plight of poor Parisians earning below minimum wage. The hosts defend the film as a work of storytelling rather than a social message, praising Owen Wilson's performance in what they consider one of Allen's best works.