Topic: The Manchurian Candidate

2 chapters across the catalog

Episode 398 16:58 - 20:20

398: Zombie Gun

Al Sharpton, Yoshi Blue Diamondware Skillet, and 1962 Cinema

A commercial for the Yoshi Blue Diamondware Skillet is highlighted as a potential attempt to capitalize on Al Sharpton's frequent use of the word "skillet" in political rhetoric. The hosts then list several classic films released in 1962, including "The Manchurian Candidate" and "Lawrence of Arabia," suggesting they would be more appropriate for presidential introductions than the current selection.

Marceaux for Governor
Episode 221 2:20 - 5:05

221: Marceaux for Governor

Soylent Green, Fight Club, Subliminal Film Techniques

The conversation shifts to classic cinema, specifically the film Soylent Green and the cultural relevance of its themes. One host admits to never seeing Fight Club, leading to a discussion about the film's use of single-frame subliminal blips featuring the character Tyler Durden. They also note how films like Fight Club and The Manchurian Candidate were historically marginalized due to their proximity to real-world tragedies like 9/11 and the Kennedy assassination.