The end of the “Islands” mini-series (and Season 8) brings answers to two major questions: the origin of Susan Strong, and the discovery of Finn’s mother.
In addition to these, JUSTIN and Brad disagree about Martin Mertens, a plot hits way too close to home in the times of COVID, and the episode ends with some discussion of the proliferation of same sex couples in media. Maybe the deepest Floop yet!
Plot summary: An ageing mob boss is torn between his ongoing war with Rupert Thorne, and the repercussions his son faces due to his drug business, while Batman tries to save his soul. Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 12: It’s Never Too Late
Plot summary: Six months after his transformation, Harvey Dent, now calling himself Two-Face, wreaks havoc on his old rival Rupert Thorne. But Batman hasn’t given up hope for his former friend. Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 11: Two-Face Part II
The “Stakes” mini-series was such a hit that Adventure Time decided to do more, back to back! This week, Brad, JUSTIN, and Kevin dive into the first half of the “Islands” mini-series as Finn ventures off to find out where he came from.
On the way, they encounter some interesting creatures and some downright bizarre Islands, one of which Brad theorizes may have inspired another Pendelton Ward project. Continue reading Flooping the Pig – Episode 71: “Whipple”
Plot summary: Harvey Dent agrees to see a therapist after his anger management issues threaten to cost him his job. But as his multiple personality disorder comes to the fore, things take a tragic turn. Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 10: Two-Face Part I
Plot summary: The Joker accidentally kidnaps the Mayor’s son during his birthday party, but tries to make the best of it by declaring the boy his protégé. Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 9: Be a Clown
Brad, JUSTIN, and Kevin converge to discuss the importance of direct communication, an episode that rivals “Dream of Love” for one of the least enjoyed, the perplexing choice to bring back James Baxter, and a deeper look into the elemental concept. Continue reading Flooping the Pig – Episode 70: “James”
What started as an idea for brief epilogue to celebrate the 10th anniversary of “Breaking Bad” turned into a feature length Netflix film. “El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” serves as a coda to the hit television series that revolves around Jesse Pinkman, including flashbacks of his treatment under hostage to Todd and his crew of nazis, and how the collection of his experiences taught him how to handle life after meth.
Jerome and Kevin discuss their thoughts on the movie, where it falls in terms of importance in the Breaking Bad universe, and show some love for the late Robert Forster. Continue reading Reel Bad – A Breaking Bad Podcast – Episode 7: El Camino
Plot summary: While investigating a spate of missing transients, Bruce winds up in a forced labour camp with no memory of his identity. Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 8: The Forgotten
Plot summary: Harvey Bullock and Renee Montoya clash over who is to blame for a sting operation gone awry. There are three sides to the story, but who is telling the truth? Continue reading The Matt Signal – Episode 7: P.O.V.
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