Dive into the hilarious absurdity of 'Surf II' as the hosts explore its eccentric characters and iconic moments. They invite listeners to contribute their own quirky taglines, celebrating the film's unique charm. Expect heartfelt support for a valued producer facing health issues, along with exciting live show announcements. The banter flows from gravity and Cannes to nostalgic media finds, while personal music and podcast recommendations keep the conversation lively and engaging.
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Easter Eggs and Humor in Surf 2
Fans found Easter eggs like a woman's bowling trophy awarded as a surfing trophy in Surf 2.\n- They also spotted signs humorously altered to avoid offensive words, showing movie creators' playful touches.
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Thongs Once Meant Flip-Flops
Rob from Long Island shared the original meaning of "thong" as flip-flops, which differ from the modern bathing suit meaning.\n- This cleared up confusion about Beach Boys' lyrics referencing thongs.
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Gerard Butler Loved Paul’s Shirt
John called in to share how he showed Gerard Butler a picture of Paul Scheer wearing a legendary Den of Thieves shirt.\n- Butler was amused and said the shirt got a good home, making it a memorable moment.
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The book delves into the U.S. Army's exploration of New Age concepts and the potential military applications of psychic powers. It follows the story of the First Earth Battalion and the 'psychic spy unit' established by Army Intelligence. Ronson investigates the claims of Special Forces soldiers who allegedly experimented with psychic powers against de-bleated goats at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The book also examines the broader implications of these experiments and their continued influence within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and postwar Iraq.
This week, Paul is going over everything we might have missed from last week’s episode, Surf II. Then, it’s the return of Paul’s Picks and he asks, "why so much tongue in kissing?!". Finally, Paul announces next week’s movie which kicks off Sylvester Stallone Summer!
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