Questions from the Internet w/Matt Dinniman and Robin Hobb — Intentionally Blank Ep 191
Jan 29, 2025
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Join a lively discussion filled with humor as the hosts share their favorite childhood dinosaurs and ponder which of their creations would flop as 80s action films. Delve into quirky topics like the largest imagined pig and brainstorm ideas for torturing beloved characters. Enjoy nostalgic tales about Christmas traditions and guilty pleasure movies, and uncover the whimsical significance of cats in fantasy. The conversation is peppered with amusing anecdotes about their writing journeys and quirky jobs they’d love to hold in a fantasy world.
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The playful discussion about favorite dinosaurs reflects childhood nostalgia and highlights how such interests foster camaraderie among authors.
Creativity is showcased as participants humorously transform serious works into absurd 80s action movie concepts, blending genres for comedic effect.
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The Favorite Dinosaur Debate
Participants express their favorite dinosaurs, showcasing a mix of enthusiasm and humor. One speaker highlights the Stegosaurus, pointing out its unique tail spikes reminiscent of a comic. Others chime in with classic choices like Brontosaurus, Pterodactyl, Utahraptor, and Triceratops, demonstrating the playful nature of the discussion. This light-hearted banter around dinosaurs also serves as a nostalgic nod to childhood interests.
Imaginary Elements in Storytelling
The conversation shifts to how various authors' works could translate into 'bad' 80s action movies, emphasizing creativity in unlikely contexts. Ideas like transforming a non-action thriller into a buddy cop film and the monstrous concept of a physical entity absorbing people into its mass are shared. The contributors embrace the absurdity of these ideas, illustrating how genres can blend and create humor in storytelling. Such imaginative discussions reflect the playful camaraderie among the authors.
The Importance of Favorite Colors and Animals
A discussion emerges about the significance of favorite colors and animals in personal identity, particularly through the lens of childhood experiences. One speaker shares how his children choose favorites to establish their individuality, fostering communication and a sense of self. Examples of kids arguing over product choices in catalogs showcase the intensity with which they engage with preferences. This exploration reveals deeper themes of development, identity formation, and the value of personal interests.
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Chapters (0:00) - The Questions of the Internet (0:40) - What Are Your Favorite Dinosaurs? (1:26) - Which Work of Yours Would Make a Bad 80's Action Movie? (2:36) - What is The Biggest Pig You Can Imagine? (3:44) - How To Torture Kaladin Even More...? (4:18) - Why Favorites Matter (9:56) - Favorite Christmas Traditions? (12:23) - Favorite Guilty Pleasure Movie? (13:50) - The Craziest Place You Brainstormed For a Book? (17:22) - Importance of Cat's In Fantasy? (20:55) - What Mundane Fantasy Job Do You Want? (24:00) - What Would Your Hobbit Name Be?
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