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This schedule is subject to change, right up until the start time of the show. (I'm just a meanie-head like that.)

December 27, 2008

EPISODE 067 - SURPRISE!

This week's non-movie topic:
"I'll bet you're wondering what tonight's topic is. Well, you'll just have to listen to the episode to find that out. It's a SURPRISE. (Hence the episode title.)"
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Something about the holidays, I'm sure.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from the SquidLord, host of Operation BSU
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • Seriously -- it's a SURPRISE topic! You'll just have to listen to the episode to find out what was discussed. Oh, fine. Want a hint? Here's a link that was added to the chat:
    • SecuROM Woes--WARNING: This YouTube video contains much language.
  • Thanks to EGgold and Infinity Nevermore for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to Brooke, Shakes, Purplestarz2006, the Evil Twin, and Dev for playing with us in the text chat.
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January 3, 2009:
SMT #17: The Birdcage
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December 20, 2008

EPISODE 066 - Rockin' Robin

Celebrity of the Month Discussion:
"From his early days as an alien sent to observe earth to his current conquering of the box office, Robin Williams has had a varied but incredibly entertaining career. Tonight, we're going to talk about some of our favorite parts of that career, whether it be his animation voice-over work in Aladdin and Ferngully or his Oscar®-winning turn in Good Will Hunting. On the stage doing Stand-up or on the big screen cutting up. Handling both comedy and drama with talent and grace, our celebrity of the month is Robin Williams."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • My inane life was even more inane than normal.
  • Listener feedback:
    • Email from Dev, read during the main topic.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of December 26.
  • Mini-review of The Day the Earth Stood Still.
  • Discussion of Robin Williams:
  • Promo: Darkcastings
  • Thanks to SquidLord and Eric the Half-a-Bee for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Dev, FreshRob, Brooke, Wendiigo, and She Who Sims for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)

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December 27, 2008:
Special Surprise Topic. Shhhhhhh...

January 3, 2009:
SMT #17: The Birdcage
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December 13, 2008

EPISODE 065 - All the Fits That Are New to Print

The Movie Topic:
"Angelina Jolie is pregnant -- again! Tom Cruise is a control freak! Britney Spears is crazy! Lindsay Lohan and Amy Winehouse are in rehab! There seems to be no shortage of dirt that "sources close to the situation" are willing to dish. Combine that with obnoxious photographers who go to great pains to invade the privacy of celebrities to get just the right photo in the wrong light, and you have what passes for celebrity news these days. How do you feel about the invasiveness of the tabloid reporting that has become common practice even in the so-called mainstream media? How far is really TOO far?"
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Had to miss the Austin TGIO due to illness. Le Sigh.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Email from Dev.
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of The Sims 2 Challenges).
    • Email from Infinity Nevermore.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of December 19, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Bolt.
  • Discussion of "Celebrity News" and those who retrieve it.
  • Promo: The Sims 2 Challenges
  • Thanks to Wendiigo for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to The Evil Twin, Infinity Nevermore, BZATWORK, Spinnah_and_QT, Dev, SimChris, Terri, Brooke, saturdaymornings, and Andrea for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
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December 20, 2008:
Robin Williams

January 3, 2009:
SMT #17: The Birdcage
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November 29, 2008

EPISODE 064 - SMT #16: The Color Purple

Specific Movie Talk:
"Whoopi Goldberg Month concludes here with one of her earlist movie roles, and arguably her best. Nominated for 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress, this 1985 film won none of them. Co-starring Danny Glover and fellow nominees Margaret Avery and Oprah WInfrey, this movie follows the life of Celie Johnson and her quest for happiness in an unhappy world. Terri suggested it in the Specific Movie Contest earlier this year, and now we get to discuss it. The movie is... The Color Purple."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Feedback:
    • Due to lack of episode release, there was no feedback for this episode.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • New in Theaters on December 5, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Kung Fu Panda.
  • In-depth, spoiler-laden discussion of The Color Purple.
  • Special thanks to Terri for her voice participation - she was absolutely amazing!
  • Thanks also to Laurie in Georgia, Brooke, Wendiigo, and SimChris for playing with us in the text chat!
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December 13, 2008:
Celebrity "News"

January 3, 2009:
SMT #17: The Birdcage
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November 22, 2008

EPISODE 063 - Wrappin' Up the Wrimo

This week's non-movie topic:
"Episode 59 saw a two-part discussion on an annual November festival of words called National Novel Writing Month. And even though there are still 8 whole days in which to finish your 50,000 word novel, this week will find another annual event: Wrapping up the Wrimo. Newbies: How well has NaNoWriMo met your expectations? Vets: How has this year been different from years past? Plus, we'll hopefully hear some excerpts from this year's word flurries, and a few other questions thrown in just for giggles."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of Sims 2 Challenges
    • Email from Infinity Nevermore
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of November 28.
  • Mini-review of Quantum of Solace.
  • Discussion of National Novel Writing Month. Some, but not all, NaNoWriMo topics discussed in the episode:
    • How was it compared to expectation?
    • Would you do the event again?
    • Forum visits?
    • Thank Goodnes It's Over party plans
    • WrimoRadio, the official podcast of National Novel Writing Month
    • Reading of excerpts
    • Advice for those who may consider joining the madness for the first time in 2009?
  • Promo: Sims 2 Junkie
  • Thanks to Terri, Infinity Nevermore, EGgold, Wendiigo, and SimChris for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to SquidLord, Andrea, Dev, Brooke, and saturdaymornings for playing with us in the text chat.
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)

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November 29, 2008:
SMT #16: The Color Purple
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November 15, 2008

EPISODE 062 - Whoopi Ki-yay!

Celebrity of the Month Discussion:
"She's been a little black woman in a big silver box! She won a statue for being able to hear dead people. She shuddered at the name Mufasa! (Ooooo... do it again!) She is one of my favorite actresses of all time, and the focus of November's Celebrity of the Month topic: She is the magnificent Whoopi Goldberg."
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November 22, 2008:
Wrapping up NaNoWriMo

November 29, 2008:
SMT #16: The Color Purple
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November 8, 2008

EPISODE 061 - Secret Agent Man

The Movie Topic:
"Right now, as we speak, some evil genius is plotting the downfall of civilization. I mean *besides* the SquidLord. Who, oh who will save us? Well, if we're lucky, it'll be those great super heroes who aren't really super heroes. Those wonderful wizards with no magic. They with the gadgets, the training, and the smarts to defeat evil in all of its uber evil moo ha ha etc forms... the subject of tonight's main discussion... Secret Agents."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of The Sims 2 Challenges).
    • Email from Dev.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of November 14, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Zack and Miri Make a Porno.
  • Discussion of Movies about or featuring Secret Agents:
    • Bond... James Bond
    • Serious Spies and Agents.
    • Kid-Friendly spies
    • Comedic spies and agents.
    • Borderline movies (Do these count as secret agents?)
  • Thanks to Wendiigo for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Brent, Dev, Maggie, saturdaymornings, SimChris, EGgold, Brooke, and Terri for playing with us in the text chat!
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November 15, 2008:
Celebrity of the Month: Whoopi Goldberg

November 29, 2008:
SMT #16: The Color Purple
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November 1, 2008

EPISODE 060 - Hakuna Mufasa

Specific Movie Talk:
"In 1994, the Walt Disney Company released what became my all-time favorite Disney animated movie: A little story about a lion who just couldn't wait to be king... and then ran away from his duties. Boasting a cast with the likes of Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones, Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Moira Kelly, Whoopi Goldberg, and Cheech Marin, The Lion King thrills, chills, entertains... and still somehow manages a G rating. What is up with that? Tonight, our Specific Movie Talk is The Lion King."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Change in scheduled date of next SMT (reflected below). The reason is that December 6 is Austin's Thank Goodness It's Over party for NaNoWriMo.
    • Speaking of which... National Novel Writing Month has officially begun! As of November 1, participants should have reached 1,667 words.
  • Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Jigsaw. Yes, that Jigsaw.
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges and co-host of Girls Night In Radio.
    • Email from Dev.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • New in Theaters on November 7, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Burn After Reading.
  • In-depth, spoiler-laden discussion of The Lion King.
  • Promo: Darkcastings
  • Thanks to SquidLord and Terri for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Muki-Muki, Guest 13, Dev, Brooke, Shakes, Laurie in Georgia, Eric the Half-a-Bee, Rachel, Andrea, Infinity Nevermore, SaturdayMornings, Wendiigo for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro, Spoiler, and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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November 8, 2008:
Secret Agent Movies

November 29, 2008:
SMT #16: The Color Purple
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October 25, 2008

EPISODE 059 - NaNoWriMo: 10th Time's the Charm

This week's non-movie topic:
"Longtime listeners will remember that episode 13 of flick-a-brac featured this little yearly event that was expected to reach 100,000 participants. We talked about what it was, and shared stories of events past. This will probably be more of the same as National Novel Writing Month hits Year 10, and more people than ever are expected to attempt to pound out a 50,000 word novel in 30 short days. What are you writing this year?"

[Important Note: This episode was so long it had to be split into two parts. Please be sure to download both parts to hear the entire conversation.]
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Email from Laurie in Georgia
    • Email from Dev
    • Voice mail from the Tasmanian Devil?
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of October 31, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Max Payne.
  • Discussion of National Novel Writing Month, including (but not limited to):
    • What it is.
    • Donating through the main site, at Firstgiving, or by searching via GoodSearch - Just type "Office of Letters and Light" where it asks who you GoodSearch for.
    • Past experiences of some veterans.
    • Expectations and hopes of newcomers.
    • Some younger listeners participating through the Young Writers Program.
    • Questions from and advice for new participants.
  • Promo: Operation BSU
  • Thanks to EGgold, SimChris, Infinity Nevermore, Terri, Wendiigo, and special shout-out to Kyohtee for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to Shakes, Rachel, Brent, Brooke, Laurie in Georgia, and Dev (sort of) for playing with us in the text chat.
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • Songs from The Funny Music Project:
      • In Part 1: Sadalicious, by DJ Particle
      • In Part 2: Gory, Gory Hallelujah by The Great Luke Ski
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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November 1, 2008:
SMT #15: The Lion King
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October 18, 2008

EPISODE 058 - The King of Kreepy

Celebrity of the Month Discussion:
"In 1974, a young telekinetic named Carrie shocked the nation with her tale of vengeance in small-town high school. On November 11, 2008, a new book of stories will be pubhlished under the name Just After Sunset, sure to thrill readers. The writer of those, and more than 50 other works over the last 34 years, is my all-time favorite author. At one point the half-joke was told that if he writes it, a movie will be made from it. That makes him fair game for flick-a-brac, and thanks to Terri, who reminded me that the celebrity of the month doesn't *have* to be an actor, this week we get to talk about the master or horror himself, Stephen King."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Listener feedback:
    • Email from Dev.
    • Voice mail from Rachel (from Sims 2 Challenges).
    • Voice mail from Maggie (from Girls Night In Radio).
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of October 24.
  • Mini-review of City of Ember.
  • Discussion of Stephen King:
    • Official Page
    • Wikipedia page
    • IMDb entry
    • This discussion tended more toward King's books, so it was agreed that flick-a-brac will revisit King's movies as a separate topic at a later date, to be announced.
  • Thanks to Terri and Wendiigo for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Laurie in Georgia, Dev, SimChris, Rachel, EGgold, and Andrea for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
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October 25, 2008:
NaNoWriMo - Year 10

November 1, 2008:
SMT #15: The Lion King
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October 11, 2008

EPISODE 057 - Ain't That a Stinker?

The Movie Topic:
"Movies serve a number of roles in our lives. They entertain. They inform. They can relay the director's message to the audience. But foremost in the minds of many executives is the role of making money. Some movies, like Titanic's $600 MILLION take or The Dark Knight's $500 million, fulfill ALL of their roles. Then there are those movies that are... less than stellar box office draws. Tonight, we're going to talk about some of the worst in cinematic history: What tanked, and how badly? More importantly, what movies do YOU wish you could go back in time and convince yourself not to see? And what made you feel that way about them?"
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Geek is Chic podcastathon was still going on during recording. Visit the page for highlights and details on how you can help!
    • The Breast Cancer Site - Visit to help EVERY DAY. In October, ad revenue per click is doubled. If the Breast Cancer Site makes their goal of funding 500 mammograms, the premiere sponsor will fund an additional 200 mammograms.
    • National Novel Writing Month begins November 1.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Email from Yellow Bunny. (Thanks, YB, for the picture!)
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of The Sims 2 Challenges and Girls Night In Radio).
    • Email from Laurie in Georgia, related to the topic.
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of October 17, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Igor.
  • Discussion of the worst box office bombs in history.
  • Discussion of what makes a movie bad, including specific examples of disliked movies. (One example brought up isn't even out yet: A remake of The Breakfast Club.)
  • Promo: Nobody's Listening
  • Thanks to The SquidLord, Eric the Half-a-bee, and EGgold for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Brent Irwin, SimChris, Shakes, Dev, Angry Black Chick, Laurie in Georgia, and Wendiigo for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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October 18, 2008:
Stephen King

November 1, 2008:
SMT #15: The Lion King
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October 4, 2008

EPISODE 056 - SMT #14: A Saw Above the Rest

Specific Movie Talk:
"Two men awaken in darkness, chained to pipes in an old restroom, a dead man in the middle of the floor. Neither man knows how they got there or why they were chosen for abduction. Thus begins Saw, a psychological horror movie in which individuals are tested by a sociopath to discover how far they will go to survive his traps."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Geek is Chic Podcastathon will be from noon ET October 11 through noon ET October 12. Funds raised during this 24-hour event will go to the Susan G Komen Foundation.
    • The Breast Cancer Site - Click to help fund mammograms for women in need. In October, your click values are doubled. PLUS: If the Breast Cancer Site reaches their October goal, their premiere sponsor will fund an additional 200 mammograms! Click every day -- it's FREE to you, and means so much to so many.
    • National Novel Wrtiting Month runs from November 1 to 30. Write 50,000 words in 30 days!
  • Feedback:
    • Email from Laurie in Georgia
    • Voice mail from Yellow Bunny
    • Six-minute voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges and co-host of Girls Night In Radio
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • New in Theaters on October 10, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Eagle Eye.
  • In-depth, spoiler-laden discussion of Saw.
  • Special thanks to Terri, Wendiigo, and Infinity Nevermore for their voice participation.
  • Thanks also to SimChris, Shakes, and Laurie in Georgia for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
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October 11, 2008:
Box Office Failures

November 1, 2008:
SMT #15: The Lion King trilogy
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September 27, 2008

EPISODE 055 - TV... or not TV. That is the question.

This week's non-movie topic:
"Every year, September brings a flurry of excitement to hearts across the country. The dog days of summer are winding down into the color-shifting wonder of fall. But more importantly, the new television season begins! Tonight... we're gonna talk about that in our Non Movie Topic. What new shows have you been dying to lay your eyes on? What returning shows are going to have you in their vice-like grips once more? We'll also be discussing favorite shows of the past, and the different ways you watch."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Geek is Chic Podcastathon will be from noon ET October 11 through noon ET October 12. Funds raised during this 24-hour event will go to the Susan G Komen Foundation.
    • The Breast Cancer Site - Click to help fund mammograms for women in need. In October, your click values are doubled. PLUS: If the Breast Cancer Site reaches their October goal, their premiere sponsor will fund an additional 200 mammograms! Click every day -- it's FREE to you, and means so much to so many.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Email from Laurie in Georga
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of Sims 2 Challenges
    • Voice mail from Samantha, host of Darkcastings
    • Email from Dev
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of October 3.
  • Mini-review of Ghost Town.
  • Discussion of television:
    • New shows we're watching
    • Returning shows we're watching
    • Method of watching (VCR, Internet, etc.)
    • Older Favorites
    • Missed it the first time - shows we missed in first run but managed to catch thanks to the magic of syndication or other method.
  • Promo: The Hangout
  • Thanks to Terri and SquidLord for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to Brent, Dev, Kira, and SimChris for playing with us in the text chat.
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
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October 4, 2008:
SMT #14: Saw
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September 20, 2008

EPISODE 054 - Have a Holly Jolie Day!

Celebrity of the Month Discussion:
I was so cocky about this one that I didn't even write up an introductory paragraph for the main topic. Incidentally, we discussed Angelina Jolie.

  • Personal Preamble:
    • Ack! My sister listens to the podcast.
  • Listener feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of Sims 2 Challenges and co-host of Girls Night In Radio)!
    • Voice mail from Samantha (host of Darkcastings)!
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of September 26, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Bangkok Dangerous.
  • Discussion of Angelina Jolie:
  • Promo: Sims 2 Challenges
  • Thanks to Terri and Wendiigo for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Laurie in Georgia, FreshRob, Dev, Brent, and SimChris for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)

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September 27, 2008:
TV!

October 4, 2008:
SMT #14: Saw
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June 21, 2008

EPISODE 045 - Animation: The Great Debate

Genre of the Month Discussion:
"Whether you're a fan of the traditional animation of Cinderella or the classic Bugs Bunny cartoons, or you prefer the more technologically advanced methods of Pixar Studios or the Shrek films, animated movies have something for just about everyone. Tonight, our Genre of the month focuses on these cartooney creations -- previously discussed as a sub-genre of kids' movies -- and if time and interest permit, we might even enter a debate suggested by Jerry: Which method is better?"
  • Preamble:
    • Recap of my out-of-town trip.
    • Update on the Contest: Poll is up. Voting ends the night of July 4, 2008.
    • Upcoming schedule change - Specifically, rescheduling the July 19 episode, to be held July 16 instead.
  • Listener feedback:
    • Voice mail from Samantha (host of Darkcastings)!
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of June 27.
  • Mini-review of The Incredible Hulk.
  • Discussion of animated movies:
    • flick's favorites
    • Animation tidbits and trivia
  • Thanks to Wendiigo for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Infinity Nevermore, Kim, Koolguy, Andrea, Galena, SimChris, Brent, SheWhoSims, and Shakes for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
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June 28:
Music

July 5, 2008:
SMT #11: Sister Act
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June 14, 2008

EPISODE 044 - I Need a Hero

The Movie Topic:
"Whether from the pages of a monthly comic book or a direct creation of a filmmaker's imagination, super hero movies are often FUN to watch! If you disagree, well, this may not be the discussion for you. Tonight, we're going to talk about caped crusaders and other super-powered fighters for truth, justice, and the pursuit of butterscotch pudding."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Explanation for why the episode is so off-kilter.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • No feedback this episode.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of June 20, 2008.
  • No movie review this episode.
  • Discussion of movies about Super Heroes.
    • SquidLord mentioned FanEdit during the discussion.
  • Promo: Nobody's Listening
  • Thanks to Samantha, Wendiigo, SquidLord, and Eric the Half-a-bee for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to subtle sarcasm, Toy Corpse, Beth, Dev, and SheWhoSims for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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June 21:
Animation

July 5, 2008:
SMT #11: Sister Act
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June 7, 2008

EPISODE 043 - SMT #10 - Spider-Man Trilogy!

Specific Movie Talk:
"He's faster than a speeding bull-- No. That's not him. He knows what evil lurks in the heart-- No, that's not him either. OH! He's the guy that can spin a web any size and he catches thieves just like flies. Look out! Here comes our discussion of Spider-Man... the trilogy."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Apparently the preamble got cut from the edited show. Odd. (It was about an impending vacation and how that would affect live fab episodes, as well as final announcements about the contest and instructions regarding the poll to follow.)
  • Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges.
    • Email from Jerry, related to the main topic.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • New in Theaters on June 13, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
  • In-depth, spoiler-laden discussion of Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2, and Spider-Man 3.
  • Promo: Darkcastings
  • Special thanks to SheWhoSims, Wendiigo, and Shakes for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Rachel, Brent, Kathleen Egan, Dev, and Kim for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro, Spoiler, and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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June 21:
Animation

July 5, 2008:
SMT #11: Sister Act
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May 31, 2008

EPISODE 042 - Free Form #3

Free Form:
"Here we are again on a fifth Saturday. You know what that means? No, not free rectal exams. And no, not a front row seat to a Kevin Costner / Nic Cage Double feature. You want REAL punishment? How about a show with NO NOTES! (*Insert screams here*) That's right... it's a FREE FORM episode! You may cower in fear now."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Tales of woe from the sickguy.
    • Contest reminder.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Last-minute voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • New in Theaters on June 6, 2008.
  • Mini-review of The Devil Wears Prada.
  • Free-form means just that: No specified topic. Here's a sampling of what we talked about:
    • Squidlord interrogates Willie Gillis about podcasts.
    • Kim joins the call and a GNI conversation ensues.
    • The dreaded "TalkShoe Cash" fallout.
    • And more fun stuff.
  • Promo: Operation BSU
  • Thanks to SquidLord, Eric the Half-a-bee, Rachel, Kim, and Willie for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Beth, TC Vulpes, SheWhoSims, wendiigo, and Dev for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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June 4, 2008:
SMT #10: Spider-Man trilogy
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May 24, 2008

EPISODE 041 - Let's Have Some FUN!

This week's non-movie topic:
"As the saying goes, 'All work and no play makes flick want to rip your head off, squeeze it into a trash compactor, and use the rest of your body parts for evil scientific experiments designed to shock and horrify the world. Just before he takes it over.' On the bright side, the world never really has to worry about that with all of the wonderful movie entertainment out there to distract me from my homicidal rages and world conquest schemes.

So how about you? When it comes time to kick off your shoes and do something just for the fun of it, what is it that really floats your boat? It can be a full-blown hobby, or something you like to do just from time to time... you know, to ease the tedium and monotony of everyday life. What do you do just for fun?"
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Contest reminder.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of Sims 2 Challenges.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of May 30.
  • Mini-review of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.
  • Discussion of things we do just for fun.
  • Promo: Sims 2 Junkie
  • Thanks to Jerry, samsper, Wendiigo, and Rachel for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to Beth, TC Vulpes, kyohtee, Infinity Nevermore, Dev, Brent, and Alex C for playing with us in the text chat.
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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May 31:
Free Form #3

June 4, 2008:
SMT #10: Spider-Man trilogy
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May 17, 2008

EPISODE 040 - And Cue the Tears

Genre of the Month Discussion:
"They make us think. They make us cry. Some of the really good ones will also make us laugh -- as Dolly Parton said in Steel Magnolias, 'laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.' Tonight's Genre of the month discussion will be all about Drama. What stimulates your dramatic senses? What drives you to your favorite napping place? Who are some of your favorite dramatic actors? And what are your absolute favorite dramas?"
  • Listener feedback:
    • Email from Terri!
    • Voice mail from Rachel (from Sims 2 Challenges)!
    • Voice mail from Samantha (host of Darkcastings)!
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of May 23.
  • In lieu of a movie review, a VERY long voice mail from Rachel, all about podcasts.
  • Discussion of the Drama genre:
    • Top 25 Drama rentals at Netflix. (Link not provided due to the ever-changing nature of the list. List was current at the time of recording.)
    • Discussion of some sub-genres within Drama
    • Personal Drama favorites
  • Promo: Girls Night In
  • Thanks to Rachel, Samantha, and Terri for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to KyOhTee, Kim, Maggie, Jaime, ToyCorpse, Dev, wendiigo, and AlexC for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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May 24, 2008:
What do we do for fun?

June 4, 2008:
SMT #10: Spider-Man trilogy
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May 10, 2008

EPISODE 039 - Summer Time Explosions

The Movie Topic:
"While your calendar will tell you that it won't happen until June 20, just one look at the marquee of your local cinema will tell you: Summer is already here. Already fans have marveled (HA!) at a metallic superhero and futuristic racing. The next couple of weeks will bring us a return to Narnia and our favorite whip-cracking archaeologist. This week on flick-a-brac, we're going to talk about the big releases of the season (and a few of the smaller ones). Which ones are we Indy Jonesing for, and which ones will we avoid like a bad Shakesperean sequel?"
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Contest reminder.
    • Notice of upcoming schedule shift.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Samantha (host of Darkcastings).
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of The Sims 2 Challenges).
    • Email from Dev.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of May 16, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Iron Man.
  • Discussion of movies being released in the Summer 2008 season.
  • Promo: Operation BSU
  • Thanks to Jerry and Samantha for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Kim, SimChris, Terri, Mike James, Laurie in Georgia, Dev, Toy Corpse, Brent, and Wendiigo for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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May 17:
Drama

June 4, 2008:
SMT #10: Spider-Man trilogy
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CONTEST -- (Rules and Details)

I want to announce a CONTEST! That's right, YOU can win a $25 Amazon.com gift certificate just by picking the Specific Movie Topic for August! How do you do that? You send me suggestions for movies.

HERE ARE THE OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS:

All entries must be done via email. ( flickabrac @gmail .com -- spaces added to defend against spambots ) You can send as many suggestions as you want, as long as you don't double any. You can also send them in as many separate messages as you want. You can send one message with 20 suggestions, or you can send 20 messages with one suggestion each. That's up to you.

Entries must be made from a valid email address, preferably the one with which you have an Amazon.com account. They must also have your name attached somehow... it can be your real name, a pseudonym, or even your Talkshoe ID (if you're a regular live visitor and don't want the world to know who you *really* are). This is so I know who to say won when your movie is picked as the winner.

YOU CANNOT PICK A MOVIE THAT HAS ALREADY BEEN DISCUSSED IN THE SMT! Entries that suggest a Pixar movie, Gremlins (or 2), Stranger than Fiction, The Santa Clause (or 2 or 3), The Breakfast Club, Rent, Honey I Shrunk the Kids, any Friday the 13th movie, Pay It Forward, Spider-Man trilogy, or one of the films scheduled for the Specific Movie Talk for July, will not be considered. The July SMT topic IS already set, though it will not be revealed until the appropriate time.

Contest is open to anyone, anywhere, as long as entrant has access and willingness to use the Amazon.com website.

Deadline for entries is 1:00 am Eastern time on Friday, June 6, 2008*.


SO HOW DO I WIN ALREADY??

Listeners will select the winner. At some point on Friday, June 6, 2008*, I will post a poll to the flick-a-brac show notes web site. The ten movies with the highest number of write-in recommendations will be on the poll. In the event of ties to fill the last slots, *FLICKGUY WILL BE THE SELECTOR*

The poll will be open until 1:00 am Eastern time Saturday, July 5, 2008. Whichever movie has the highest number of votes will be declared the Specific Movie Talk topic for the August 2 episode. Again, in the event of a tie *FLICKGUY WILL BE THE SELECTOR*

If the winning movie was initially suggested by one person, that person will win the gift certificate. If the movie was suggested by two or more people, the winner will be chosen via random drawing. The winner of the gift certificate will be announced in EPISODE 50, the July 26 ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL.

Winner need not be present to win... though winner will find out sooner if winner *is* present.

So pick the Specific Movie Talk for August. And win a gift certificate for $25.



(*NOTE: These rules were initially announced in Episode 038. The deadline for entries was originally announced as June 7, but certain events over the week following 038 have forced me to change the deadline. I apologize for any confusion or inconvenience.)
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May 3, 2008

EPISODE 038 - SMT #9: Kindness - Pass It On

Specific Movie Talk:
"What if you sat down one day with the intention of changing the world? Could you do it? What if there were obstacles to implementing your plan to change the world? Could you keep at it? These are just a few of the challenges faced by a middle school student in the remarkable movie Pay It Forward. Tonight, we're going to talk about the characters... the story... the themes... and how they might translate to the real world."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Samantha, host of Darkcastings.
    • Voice mail from Fini, who sucks because she doesn't have a podcast.
    • Email from Dev.
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges.
      • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
      • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • New in Theaters on May 9, 2008.
  • Mini-review of 88 Minutes.
  • Contest Announcement! (Full Rules)
  • In-depth, spoiler-laden discussion of Pay It Forward.
  • Promo: Sims 2 Junkie
  • Special thanks to CitiDrea and Samantha for their voice participation! This discussion contained some difficult subject matter, and they shared some incredibly personal experiences.
  • Thanks also to Rachel, Jerry, SimChris, Dev, J. Abrams, Kathleen Egan, Infinity Nevermore, Laurie in Georgia, She Who Sims, ToyCorpse, Alex C, and Wendiigofor playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro, Spoiler, and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Contest: Sunshine
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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May 10:
Summer Movie Preview!

June 4, 2008:
SMT #10: Spider-Man trilogy
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April 26, 2008

EPISODE 037 - Pod People

This week's non-movie topic:
"Pretending that anyone cares about what you have to say is one of the big cornerstones to having a podcast. Sometimes, however, a podcaster presents his / her / their points of view in such an entertaining way that others are inexplicably drawn to listen. Just like with movies, there is something out there for everyone -- even me, who swore for many many moons that I would never get hooked on podcasts. So tell me... what podcasts do you like, and what keeps you listening to them? What drew you in the first place? And why are you wasting your time here instead of listening to the ones you really like? (Okay, that was my obligatory self-shot. We now return you to your regularly scheduled chat.)"Download the episode!
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May 3, 2008:
SMT #9: Pay It Forward
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April 19, 2008

EPISODE 036 - Mel Gibson

Celebrity of the Month Discussion:
"He's been on the screen for more than 30 years. About 15 of those years he's been behind the camera. And now, flick-a-brac is proud to present a discussion on the man whose rise to fame is as spectacular as his fall from grace: Mel Gibson."
  • Listener feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel (from Sims 2 Challenges)!
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of April 25.
  • Mini-review of Leatherheads.
  • Discussion of Mel Gibson:
  • Promo: Darkcastings
  • Thanks to Jerry for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Laurie in Georgia, samsper, Kathleen Egan, wendiigo, Infinity Nevermore, She Who Sims, and AlexC for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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April 26, 2008:
Podcasts

May 3, 2008:
SMT #9: Pay It Forward
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April 12, 2008

EPISODE 035 - Gaming Soon to Theaters

The Movie Topic:
"Once again, movie topics overlap as we return to a topic that is sure to mention Florida Attorney Jack Thompson at least once. (Hopefully that was the one.) We touched on it when we talked about adaptations. Squidlord asked me a question about it when we talked about video games in general, and now we locate that deceased equine and pummel it most thoroughly. We're talking about movies based on video games. In our inimitable style, we're also going to widen the scope by switching 'em around (video games based on movies), we'll ask ourselves a few most ponderous questions of things that may yet come to pass... and thanks to my buddy Dev, we'll examine some parallels between movies and video games that don't directly tie together."
  • Personal Preamble:
    • Apologies for the length of Episode 034.
    • Birthday wishes to host's brother.
    • Script Frenzy progress report.
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Email from Dev.
    • Voice mail from Rachel (host of The Sims 2 Challenges).
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • In Theaters the week of April 18, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Nim's Island.
  • Discussion of movies based on video games
  • Thanks to Wendiigo for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Icebird, Brent, wopalockapino Maggie, Emily from Ohio, Dev, samsper, SheWhoSims, and Infinity Nevermore for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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April 19, 2008:
Mel Gibson

May 3, 2008:
SMT #9: Pay It Forward
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April 5, 2008

EPISODE 034 - SMT #8: The Mask and the Machete

Specific Movie Talk:
"In 1980, Sean Cunningham conceived of an idea that -- for him -- was nothing more than paying a few bills until some of his other efforts began to pay off. That idea? A serial killer who did away with young camp counselors in an act of revenge that only the killer could understand. Now, nearly thirty years and 11 movies later, the legacy of Friday the 13th is as iconic as ever. Tonight, we'll examine the movies of the Friday the 13th franchise, from Parmount to New Line, and the crossover that was ten years in the making."
  • Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Maggie, co-host of Girls Night In Radio. (So is Rachel!)
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges.
    • Email from Dev.
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be played on the show.
  • New in Theaters on April 11, 2008.
  • Mini-review of Superhero Movie
  • Brief essay on what makes Jason scary.
  • Spoiler-drenched (and blood soaked) discussion of the movies in the Frday the 13th franchise:
    • Friday the 13th (1980)
    • Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
    • Friday the 13th Part 3 (in 3-D) (1982)
    • Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984)
    • Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning (1985)
    • Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (1986)
    • Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988)
    • Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989)
    • Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993)
    • Jason X (2001)
    • Freddy vs Jason (2003)
  • Thanks to SquidLord for his voice participation!
  • Thanks also to subtlesarcasm, Dev, Laurie in Georgia, and samsper for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro, Spoiler, and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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April 12, 2008:
Movies based on Video Games

May 3, 2008:
SMT #9: Pay It Forward
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March 29, 2008

EPISODE 033 - Free Form #2

Free Form:
"Can you believe it? Three months ago was the last Free Form show. And somehow, I've gone three full months without missing a show! That means not only have you wasted yet another 12 weeks of your life, but your punishment is another episode where your opinion -- while it still doesn't matter -- gets to be heard. What we talk about today will be decided entirely -- well, mostly -- by the live audience."
  • Personal Preamble:
  • Listener Feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel, host of The Sims 2 Challenges.
    • Email from Dev
    • Voice mail from Maggie, co-host (with Rachel) of Girls Night In.
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
    • Alternately, you can call the voice mail line at (206) 350-2310. Line open 24/7. Standard calling rates apply. Calls will be inserted into the show in post-production.
  • New in Theaters on April 4, 2008.
  • Mini-review of The Bank Job.
  • Free-form means just that: No specified topic. Here's a sampling of what we talked about:
    • Other Talkshoe shows that were starting at the same time this episode of flick-a-brac was starting
    • Revisit of last week's book topic
    • Post-writers' Strke TV
    • Lots of tangents and sidetracks -- including grammar fun!
  • Thanks to Jerry, Brent, Alex, and Kathleen Egan for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to Wendiigo, Infinity Nevermore, and Dev for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)

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April 5, 2008:
SMT #8: the Friday the 13th franchise
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March 22, 2008

EPISODE 032 - If Books Could Kill

This week's non-movie topic:
"If you're like me, I feel very sorry for you. No, wait. That's not what I meant to write here. Ah, I remember now. If you're like me, you like to read. And you read slowly. And then you can't remember what you've read mere weeks after you've read it. So... it's probably a good thing if you're NOT like me... except in the liking to read department. Tonight's topic is books. What we like to read, and why we like to read it."
  • Listener Feedback:
    • There wasn't any. I was sad.
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - space added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of March 28.
  • Mini-review of Horton Hears a Who.
  • Discussion of books:
    • Favorites (Specific books and overall genres) and not-so-favorites
    • What we're currently readng
    • We pitch book ideas
    • Book series: Are they a good thing?
  • Links mentioned in the show:
  • Thanks to Wendiigo, Brent, Rachel, Maggie, and Infinity Nevermore for participating in the voice chat!
  • Thanks also to Kyohtee, FreshRob, and Dev for playing with us in the text chat.
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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March 29, 2008:
Free Form #2

April 5, 2008:
SMT #8: the Friday the 13th franchise
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March 15, 2008

EPISODE 031 - One Red Pill To Rule Them All

Genre of the Month Discussion:
"A good podcaster knows when to call in sick. A good podcaster also knows when to let a dead subject lie. Of course, we all know that I am *not* a good podcaster. We attempted to talk about science fiction and fantasy once before, and I wasn't up to snuff. (Though I was up to snuffles.) Thus we revisit this genre and delve deep into the realm of imagination, even going so far as to explore some of the ideas presented last time."
  • Listener feedback:
    • Voice mail from Rachel (from Sims 2 Challenges)!
    • Send your email feedback to flickabrac @gmail .com - spaces added to protect against spambots. If you don't want it read on the show, please make a note of that.
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  • In Theaters the week of March 21.
  • Mini-review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day.
  • Discussion of science fiction and fantasy, including:
    • Science fiction as allegory for modern issues
    • Science fiction and fantasy movies in the host's DVD collection
    • Recent science fiction and fantasy movies and some that are coming soon
    • Many, many other science fiction and fantasy movies
    • Miscellaneous discussion related to the topic
  • Thanks to Jerry and Wendiigo for their voice participation!
  • Thanks also to various guests,Alex, Dev, Infinity Nevermore, Kathleen Egan, and the always-wonderful Kyohtee for playing with us in the text chat!
  • Music used in this episode:
    • Bumper music composed by StudioMig
      • Intro and Outro: Robot
      • New in Theaters: The Sword of Fire
      • Movie Review: Sherlock
      • Main Event: Transformers
    • (With appreciation to the Podsafe Music Network)
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March 22, 2008:
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SMT #8: the Friday the 13th franchise
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