Joining the discussion is Joanna Robinson, a film critic and co-host of House of R, who dives into her recent thoughts on the horror-comedy film 'Companion.' The hosts eagerly recommend standout shows and films from February 2025, including the heartfelt sci-fi romance 'The Gorge.' They also explore unique animated series like 'Ichi the Witch' and the innovative 'Common Side Effects.' The conversation is lively as they share insights on dark comedies and apocalyptic sagas, all while highlighting listener favorites in books, comics, and games.
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Hidden Gems
Explore overlooked, lower-profile projects that deserve attention alongside big releases.
Consider recommendations from Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts for diverse fandom content.
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Companion Recommendation
Watch "Companion," a fun, gory 90-minute movie starring Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher.
It explores themes similar to "Ex Machina" and "Promising Young Women" but with a lighter approach.
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Pantheon Recommendation
Watch "Pantheon" season 2 on Netflix, a captivating series about Maddie, Caspian, and uploaded UIs.
Jomi Adeniran highly recommends it as one of the best shows he's seen.
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Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future
Kevin Kelly
In 'The Inevitable,' Kevin Kelly outlines twelve technological forces that will significantly impact how we work, learn, and communicate over the next thirty years. These forces include becoming, cognifying, flowing, screening, accessing, sharing, filtering, remixing, interacting, tracking, questioning, and beginning. Kelly argues that understanding and embracing these forces will help individuals and businesses navigate the coming changes effectively. The book is praised for its optimistic and insightful view of the future, although some critics note that it lacks a detailed discussion of the potential downsides of these technological advancements.
Macbeth
Imdad Hussain
William Shakespeare
Macbeth is a tragedy that explores themes of power, ambition, and the consequences of sin. The play follows Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman, and his wife Lady Macbeth as they navigate a complex web of prophecy, murder, and political intrigue. The witches' prophecy sets off a chain of events that leads to the downfall of Macbeth and the restoration of order in Scotland. The play is known for its dark and haunting atmosphere, its exploration of the human psyche, and its commentary on the nature of tragedy and the human condition[1][4].
A short month yields a long list of recommendations! Join your favorite Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of their monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were (mostly) released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode.
Host: Ben Lindbergh
Guests: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Matt James, Arjuna Ramgopal, Charles Holmes, Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan