Four Layered Takes

Special Episode: Discussing Novel ”Songs of Lost Things” w/ Author & Readers

Today is a special episode. Marcus & Kim sit down with their cohost and author of the new novel "Songs of Lost Things: Sonata for the Sun" Mimi, aka Monica McCollough.

We have a spoiler-free portion of the discussion, where we talk general inspiration and the book's creation process. Then, around the 27:00 mark, the panel talks with two of the ARC Readers who get into the details in the spoiler section. They discuss the overarching themes, plot points, specific characters, and their significance.

Check Monica McCollough out online and on social media at @moni_shywriter and also today's special guests Jessica, @jayrease, and Christina, whose organization @alteenhealth, does lots of positive work in the community with a mission connected to helping resolve some of the issues reflected in the novel.

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Back That Azz Up On Organ: Our Review of They Cloned Tyrone

In today's show, we review "They Cloned Tyrone" and briefly touch on "The Blackening." (Also, quick thoughts on Carlee Russell.)

Our takes today...

The science doesn't have to science, it's social commentary; John Boyega is THAT DUDE; we have to break our generational (loop) trauma; Black people who can't play Spades shouldn't be punished; Christopher Nolan doesn't miss; Marcus thinks the guy who ran Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory also coached in the SEC; lastly, "The Bear" is a great show and some of our other TV picks.

Mimi and Kim have some journeys in the works. Check them out on Instagram at @moni_shywriter and on YouTube at @allthingskswb

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What to Watch During the Writer’s Strike: A Quick ”Checking-In” show

Today’s show gives a quick update on what we’ve been up to in recent months and what to watch if the writer’s strike lasts a while.

Our takes today...
Life “be lifin’” in your 30s & 40s; be an advocate for your health; Mel is trying to live a Janelle Monáe life; we support the writers and suggestions to watch in the in-between time — “Warrior,” “Queen Charlotte,” “Attack on Titan,” and “Industry,” are just a few of our favorites. We talk a little on Jonathan Majors (pre Megan Good news).

Also, Mimi and Kim have some journeys in the works. Check them out on Instagram at @moni_shywriter and on YouTube at @allthingskswb

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Vhagar & Team (Draymond) Green: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep. 10

In today's show, we review episode 10 of "House of the Dragon".

Our takes...
Teddy Pendergrass has nothing on Daemond; Rhaenys has no bedside manner; Mel loves Daemond and she’s stickin’ by him; baby Lucaerys basically went, “my momma said y’all had to bend the knee”; and we wrap with our ratings of HoTD and what you should be watching next.

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Don’t Pull The Thang Out..: Our Review of “House of the Dragon” ep.9

In today's show, we review episode 9 of "House of the Dragon".

We're down two, but added a special guest.

Our takes...
These people were the inspiration for January 6; we try to decide who’s worse between Joffrey, Ramsey and Aegon; White Worm is the Terrance Howard of switching accents; Rhaenys messed up the Hightower probate show; and “45" aka Daenarys would never.

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The Ups & Downs of Sh*t Talkin’: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.8

In today's show, we review episode 8 of "House of the Dragon"

Our takes...
Aemond is giving Dahmer vibes; these Triarchies are doing the most; Vaemond is playing Spades in a Chess game; MiMi issues an edict to her imaginary dragon; Viserys “Harvey Dent” rides hard for his daughter; Aemond’s pettiness is the embodiment of white supremacy; don’t name your baby Aegon; and Alicent makes MiMi miss Cersei.

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How Not to do a Funeral: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.7

In today's show, we review episode 7 of "House of the Dragon"

Our takes...

Worst repast in history; best and worst eulogy ever; where are the parents; best kid fight in history of kid fights; worst kept paternity secret since Maury; and Laenor “no lips” Velaryon is never around when you need him.

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Alicent’s Quest for Jackson 5 Nostrils: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.6

In today's show, we review episode 6 of "House of the Dragon"

Our takes...
Peroxide must not exist in Westeros; if you’re pregnant, don’t watch this show; these babies don’t have a ‘Michael Jackson’ nose; we know where Alicent was on January 6th; Aegon ain’t all the way there 'upstairs'; King Viserys might be legally blind; and King’s Landing’s Regina George is the worst.

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You Can’t Trust These Heauxs: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.5

In today's show, we review episode 5 of "House of the Dragon"

Our takes...

Why are people still going to weddings in Westeros; Alicent just mad she couldn’t have her hot girl summer; Viserys needs to be in quarantine; Criston Cole is worst sneaky link ever; call him Daemon, aka “if you stay banished you ain’t gotta get banished”; and the Velaryons came in like the Wakandans.

Also, go watch "The Woman King" with your OWN eyes; an amazing film that isn't what the trolls (and honestly the trailer) leads you think it's all about.

 

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Princess ’Straight Outta F*s”: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.4

In today's show, we review episode 4 of "House of the Dragon"

Our takes...

Willem Blackwood's rap name should be "Lil FOFA"; Targaryens need a Terminix or Orkin contract; Rhaenyra to Sir Cole "is we or ain’t we..."; Mysaria has advanced from her OnlyFans days; Rhaenyra lies so smoothly MiMi questions her own eyes; and finally Daemon PLEASE don’t come back here (Kings Landing) no more.

 

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