Betamax Babylon Weird Science
May 7, 2020
The podcast discusses the underrated John Hughes film Weird Science, exploring its comedic elements and hidden depths. They also talk about the perception of sexual content in 80s films, embarrassing moments while watching movies with parents, sibling dynamics, a nostalgic discussion about a classic action figure, childhood memories, and a John Hughes-esque scene of redemption and inclusion.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring a Genre of Film and its Perception of Sexual Content
02:04 • 2min
Embarrassing Moments and Comparing British Actresses
04:08 • 19min
Pranks and Sibling Dynamics
23:34 • 4min
The Exciting Bullet Man Toy
27:23 • 2min
Childhood Memories and Long-awaited Gifts
28:58 • 2min
Redemption and Inclusion in a John Hughes-esque Scene
30:28 • 10min