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New New Yorker John Mulaney shares his blackout drunk stories and expounds on the merits of being truthful with doctors and having a girlfriend. John Mulaney: New In Town
A panel of three judges hear court cases, argue the merits of the case amongst themselves, and render a verdict. Hot Bench
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict. Hot Bench
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict. Hot Bench
Come and hear the strange tail of The Boss Hank Morgan, a modern day (at the time of publication) Connecticut Yankee who inexplicably finds himself transported to the court of the legendary King Arthur (as the title of the book implies). Hank, or simply, The Boss, as he comes to be most frequently known, quickly uses his modern day knowledge and education to pass himself off as a great magician, to get himself out of all sorts of surprising, (and frequently amusing) situations, as well as to advance the technological and cultural status of the nation in which he finds himself.

In the rather un-subtle sub-text of the story, Twain uses The Boss to express a surprisingly pragmatic and frequently contradictory philosophy. The Boss explores the relative merits of Democracy, and Monarchy, he expresses his views on the “Nature v. Nurture” debate, he frequently speaks forcefully against an established Church, but just as strongly advocates for religion and a variety of churches (just not a compulsory one) and he devotes at least one afternoon to introducing his companions to the concept of inflation. In a far more subtle, yet no less forceful manner, the Boss shares with the reader some views about taxation, slavery (both literal and wage slavery), trade unions, the origins of the German language, the nature of marriage, and probably most powerfully, death.

It is a tall order for a relatively brief text, but Twain manages it all with surprising clarity. No one will agree fully with the Boss on all of these matters, and I would be surprised if Twain himself would. In fact the Boss’s views are so pragmatic, and often contradictory, the reader is left to wonder if Twain himself is alternately speaking through the Boss, and setting him up as a straw man. Either way it is a delightful story and a great piece of American Literature, to say nothing of an excellent argument for education.

(Review written by Steve Andersen)
Librivox: Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, A by Twain, Mark
Gary and Stephen debate the merits of two classic albums and chew over various trivia for your listening pleasure. Featuring the Classic Albums Podcast cliffhanger teaser, for all devoted music geeks. The Classic Albums Podcast
Join Mike and Paul (aka Chin Stroker & Punter) as they discuss a film a week from their own differing point of view.

Mike is an ex film student.

Paul is a punter.

Sit back in fascinated horror as they discuss filmic issues as varied as justifying an appreciation of David Lynch, and the merits of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s comedy acting chops.

Along the way we will be covering; world cinema, art films, why we love the 1980’s even though they sucked, straight to video/DVD, and all manner of topics that show what happens when high and low brow collide.

Also expect random cult movie, genre, and other pop cultural goodness.

For old eps go to 'CSVSP Old Skool' at;

chinstrokervspunter.mypodcast.com
Chin Stroker VS Punter
If it weren't for the life-sustaining nourishment of eating and the necessity for regular, daily rest this podcast would have just been called "Comics." That's how important comic books are to Dan Larson and Carlton Greene. Each week (for 30 minutes) they vehemently consider the key happenings in the world of comics from the newsworthy, industry shaping moves of the publishers and distributors to the minutiae of costume changes, artistic styles and hypothetical fight scenarios (Wolverine vs. a vampire clone of Batman, tune in to find out who wins!). If you're a die-hard fan of comics, surely their obsession with Marvel and DC will frustrate you. More of a casual fan? Then you probably won't care for the amount of time they dedicate to the merits of 3-member superhero teams versus 5-member superhero teams. There's plenty of reasons for every kind of comic fan to dislike this show, but all of them when asked would have to admit: it's occasionally funny. Eat Sleep Comics

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