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'Alien Earth' Episode 7 'Emergence' PLUS: Robert Redford Recommendations

Victor has school open house tonight so it's a solo recap of a plot filled but disappointing episode of the show, just a week away from the finale. 
First, he provides a short spoiler free review of 'The Long Walk'. Lastly, he reflects on the legacy of Robert Redford.
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00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Podcast Coverage
02:04 'The Long Walk' Review
06:33 Robert Redford Career Retrospective and Recommendation
22:35 'Emergence' episode breakdown
39:50 Criticism... Reminiscent of 'Predator' and 'Jurassic World' 
48:15 Speculating on the Finale

'Task' Episode 2 'Family Statements' PLUS: Emmy Reactions

In this episode of 'Need, Some Introduction,' the hosts delve into the second episode of HBO’s hit series 'Task.' They begin by recapping the latest Emmy Award winners and transition into dissecting the intricate plotlines and character developments in 'Task.' Key points include an exploration of family dynamics, faith, and forgiveness, with a particular focus on Mark Ruffalo’s portrayal of Tom and his troubled family. They discuss themes of adoptive vs. biological family bonds, the complexity of forgiveness, and how characters find solace amidst chaos. The episode ends with analysis and predictions for upcoming plot twists, including an intense cliffhanger involving the Dark Hearts gang and the introduction of potential new threats.
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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:39 Emmy Awards Recap
12:04 Discussion on 'Task' Episode Begins
13:18 Character Analysis and Plot Developments
34:41 Family Dynamics and Court Preparations
35:19 Tensions and Resentments Surface
38:09 The Complexity of Forgiveness
40:37 Sam's Suspicious Presence
41:41 Maeve's Plan and Its Consequences
47:37 The Dark Hearts and the Informant
52:23 Themes of Family and Redemption
01:00:43 Faith, Forgiveness, and Seeking Solace
01:07:06 Final Thoughts and Future Speculations

'Alien Earth' Episode 6 'The Fly'

Victor and Darren break down all the gooey deaths and character alienation (see what I did there) in the latest episode of Alien Earth. 
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00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview
03:00 - Has Culture Stagnated in the past 24 years?
06:00 - 'Dexter' 'Task' and other HBO and Warner Brothers News
13:30 - Weekend Movie Preview and Recommendations
19:20 - Episode Breakdown Begins
1:03:00 - Speculation

'Task' (HBO Max) Premiere 'Crossings'

HBO has reteamed with the writer of Mare of Easttown for what is hoped to be another awards contender, this year. The premiere is surprisingly funny even as the tone of the show gets grimmer. Victor and Sona break it all down.
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00:00 - Introduction and Upcoming Coverage
05:00 - Episode Breakdown Begins
51:00 - Speculation on Future Episodes
 

'Dexter Resurrection' Episode 10 Season Finale 'And Justice for All' PLUS 'Highest 2 Lowest' Review

'Dexter Resurrection' reaches a satisfying conclusion with this week's episode. Victor and Sona break it down and discuss all the fan service and plot-holes. First, Victor previews the upcoming 'Task' series on HBO Max and also reviews the new Spike Lee/Denzel Washington film 'Highest2Lowest' that premiers on AppleTV+. It's a bumpy film that eventually arrives at a fun conclusion.
 
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00:00 - Introduction and Future Podcast Coverage
07:30 - 'Highest2Lowest' on AppleTV+ Review
22:50 - Dexter Episode Breakdown Begins

'Alien: Earth' Episode 5 'In Space No One'

This week's episode of Alien:Earth is quite the opposite of last week, giving us lots of action. This could have served as an alternate pilot for a very different show. Victor and Darren discuss the surprising backstory to Morrow's deepened character and are rooting for the Eye-lien to be a good guy (or gal or it).
 
Also, Victor breaks down the summer movie box office now that the season has ended.
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00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Episode Breakdown Begins
51:30 - Summer Box Office Analysis

'Dexter Resurrection' Episode 9 'Touched By an Angel' PLUS: The Most Depicted Serial Killers Ranked

Victor has to break down the latest episode of Dexter Resurrection, solo, and uses the extra space for a rundown of the most depicted serial killers in popular culture plus some recommendations, to go along with it. 
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00:00 Introduction
03:00 Most Depicted Serial Killers in popular culture
23:30 Episode Breakdown Begins
48:00 Speculation on Season Finale

'Alien: Earth' Episode 4 'Observation'

There is a lot of time to philosophize in this very middle (but very interesting) episode of Alien:Earth. Victor and Darren discuss all the body horror, and technophobia explored in this latest episode of the show.
 
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'Dexter Resurrection' Episode 8 'The Kill Room Where It Happens'

Victor and Sona breakdown this tense (but funny) episode of Dexter. The walls are closing in on this kill room. But first, they react to a listener email and discuss how this season of Dexter enriches and/or contradicts our forensic profile of this killer. 
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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:16 Listener feedback and Upcoming Podcast Coverage
00:22 Breakdown of 'Smoke' Episode
10:00 Is Dexter a Psychopath or Sociopath? 
21:00 Episode Breakdown Begins

'Alien: Earth' Episode 3 'Metamorphosis'

There are multiple intense character interactions in this week's episode. I have a feeling that android and cyborg may be headed toward fisticuffs. Victor and Darren break it all down. 
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