Guys Of A Certain Age

In an episode 10 years in the making, the Guys discuss the cinematic achievement that is Avengers: Endgame.

Things start with the Geek of the Week segment: The Guys pay tribute to the late Peter Mayhew, the beloved actor who originated Star Wars' favorite Wookie, Chewbacca. Jay shares an app he discovered that helped him navigate the uncertain waters of a three-hour movie. And in a nod to the upcoming time-travel discussion, Robbie talks about an ad Apple made in 1987, set in 1997, looking back at the innovations that made those 10 years the Apple decade.

For the next 4 hours, the guys engage in a spoiler-filled recap of the 3-hour Avengers: Endgame movie, touching on favorite moments, emotional highlights, and generally "marvel"ing at how brilliantly the Russo brothers wrapped up the 22 movie story! (It's not really 4 hours, but we think you'll agree the extra time was warranted.)

SHOW NOTES

Jay's revolutionary ap for guys of a certain age.

Art pays homage to the late, great Peter Mayhew.

Robbie reveals the almost prophetic 1987 Apple Time Capsule video.

In this week’s episode, Art joins the Guys from home by way of a can and 25 miles of string, since high-tech methods somehow shut down the studio computer.

At the request of our favorite local baker and dedicated listener, this half-ish hour of ear-tickling fun is all about road trip food. Listen as these deep questions are answered (or not):

• Will Robbie find his favorite vintage danish?
• Will Art eat his fast food in the restaurant or wear it in the car?
• Will Jay eat his first real Swedish meal at an Ikea cafe?

Plus, a short discussion on favorite Easter candy. Art digs the black jelly beans - yes, he’s that guy. Hear Robbie’s quote of the month ever: “You’re the food writer - I just own a chef.” And Geeks of the Week run the gamut of Gotham, Grant and a Gizmodo article that brings out the kid artist in all of us.

GEEK SHOW NOTES

Gotham comes to it's gothic end.

Sean Pertwee dressed as his dad (Doctor Three).

Doctor Who: The Macra Terror.

The Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library at Mississippi State University.

This Digital Camera Draws Every Photo It Snaps on an Etch A Sketch.

Yep, it’s the second episode of a two-parter. Or rather, a Who-parter.

But first! Geeks of the Week now have their own theme music! The Guys are very excited. Jay brings news of a Brie Larson/Samuel L. Jackson collaboration that is mystical and magical but doesn’t involve Stan Lee. Art watched the Star Wars Celebration live (he was on a coffee break we’re pretty sure), and was also mistaken for “Old Luke” - that’s Skywalker, not Duke. Robbie educates us on the new Disney Plus streaming service: marvels, and pixars, and ewoks, oh my.

For the remainder of the episode, Robbie waxes eloquently about Doctor Who, the Doctor’s companions, the rules of time travel, and the reason the TARDIS is an old British police box. And we learn the golden rule of this epic show: No hanky-panky in the TARDIS.

SHOW NOTES

Jay reveals "The Unicorn Store" to us via the Netflix suggestion algorithm. And here is the info about "Wonderfalls" that neither Jay or Art knew...

Art brings us "The Rise of Skywalker" trailer. And the Emperor.

And Disney's domination continues with Disney+.  Take Robbie's Money Now!

Who should we talk about this week, Doctor? Yes. Exactly. Robbie finally gets his wish, and the guys discuss (translated: listen to Robbie discuss) the record-breaking phenomenon that is Dr. Who.

But first! Geeks of the Week! Jay tried unsuccessfully to Skype in from a car flying through mid-town Atlanta, but his Marvel movie marathon would have been very exciting.

Art watched a Sinbad (not the comedian) movie starring Tom Baker (Dr. Who the 4th), and Robbie introduced us to some very cool yacht rock dulcimer music played by his almost cousin? Then Robbie amazes all with his unscripted knowledge of all things Dr. Who, the long-running BBC sci-fi masterpiece theater.

SHOW NOTES

"The Golden Voyage of Sinbad" Trailer with Tom Baker.

Ted Yoder- and Curt Smith, lead singer of Tears for Fears- do an amazing version of "Everybody Wants To Rule The World."

Holy 14th episode, Batman! The Guys celebrate 80 years of the Dark Knight.

First up, our regular Geek of the Week segment; Art talks about the landmark 1000th issue of Detective Comics. Jay shares the Forbes list of fictional millionaires which features Bruce Wayne (Spoiler alert: that's Batman's secret identity). Robbie shares the incredible story of a group of students that performed Alien as their high school play. Yes. THAT Alien.

Next, the Dynamic...er, Trio? engage in a lightning round of our Bat favorites: actors, villains, movies, TV series, and more. Some answers will surprise you. They surprised us!

A High School in New Jersey Turned Alien Into a Gigerific Stage Play

The Guys start lucky number 13 with a random comment about a "baker's dozen" which completely derails the podcast into a discussion of donuts. Robbie and Jay have strong opinions about where to get the best donuts in our area and beyond, while Art just seems a bit glazed.  

It's a marvel we've gotten this far.

Art brings the Gunn, Jay brings the blue milk, and Rob brings the Dot Matrix Music.

Imagine "Eye of the Tiger" played by a dot matrix printer? Not really? Listen on.

The Guys then hit the Marvel universe and talk Captain Marvel and flerkens.

Show Notes:

Rocky's Printer - Eye of the tiger on a dot matrix printer

Who are these Guys again? 

On epic episode 11 they rehash who they are, then wonder aloud about Rob Reiner’s best movie.  (Why?  Why not.)  

Art and Robbie rake Jay over the hot fuzzy coals because he dared to watch a movie the wrong way.  The "Geeks of a Certain Week" segment features cartoon camp, Oreo-pinions, and a story of life-saving taco sauce. 

Then Art exits the studio to eat (and maybe go to work) while Jay and Robbie stay behind and just talk about eating.  Listen for Big Green Egg tips, Robbie’s explanation of the sous vide method, and Jay’s current obsession with all things coffee.   

SHOW NOTEs

Art's Geek of the Week: The Kubert School

Jay's Geek of the Week (Ed note- Robbie added this): Every Oreo Cookie Flavor, Ranked

Robbie's Geek of the Week: Man and dog snowbound in Oregon survive on taco sauce

The Guys add to their collection of episodes with, appropriately enough, a look at collectibles. 

Yeah, The Guys made fun of them and asked if they were still relevant to the movie-watching public, but still found a way to spend an entire episode talking about the Oscars. 

In the spirit of their current favorite game, "6 Degrees from Kevin Bacon", Art, Robbie, and Jay all have stories: an Oscar winner they actually know, a celebrity asked to sign a book he didn’t write, and a perennial nominee (and finally a winner) who may or may not have been spotted in a NYC comic store. 

Jay's education continues as Robbie explains technical Oscar award terms, and reminds him that we are recording, not taping.  

Show notes:

Doug Blush's bio at IMDB

2019 Oscar winners.