4 JUL 2024 · In this episode Mustache Chris, along with cultural critic and philosopher John David Ebert, delve into the intricate layers of the 2001 sci-fi film 'A.I. Artificial Intelligence' by Steven Spielberg. They explore the film's themes, from mythology and philosophy to cultural criticism, drawing on the works of Nietzsche and Heidegger. The discussion covers David's emotional journey, the human condition, the evolution of humanity, and genetic engineering, reflecting on the Blue Fairy's role and the film's haunting conclusion. The episode offers a profound examination of AI's narrative, Spielberg's directorial choices, and the broader philosophical questions, closing with thoughts on media consumption and its effects on contemporary society. 05:03 AI and Human Anxiety 09:48 Kubrick and Spielberg's Collaboration 11:46 The Creation of David 21:40 David's Integration into the Family 39:42 Kubrick vs. Spielberg: A Directorial Debate 40:35 David's Quest for Humanity 40:47 The Fleshfare and Its Symbolism 44:46 Rouge City: A Critique 45:27 David's Existential Crisis 50:57 The Intended Ending: Kubrick's Vision 51:47 The Philosophical Implications of AI 53:15 The Role of Technology in Human Evolution 58:41 The Final Act: David's Last Day 01:07:23 Final Thoughts and Film Review 01:11:27 John David Ebert's Work and Philosophy Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/7AQHwnjLNJO  You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://atozhistorypage.start.page http://www.beyondthebigscreen.com%0d Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: mailto:steve@atozhistorypage.com www.beyondthebigscreen.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0d https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

1 JUL 2024 · Coming Soon on Beyond the Big Screen! You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://www.atozhistorypage.com/ Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: https://atozhistorypage.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0D https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

27 JUN 2024 · In this episode, Steve chats with Dov Preminger (pen name Dave Gerrard), discussing his legal thriller, 'The Law of the Sea.' They delve into the inspiration behind the book, the intricacies of maritime law, and the writing process. Dov also shares details about his latest techno thriller, 'Glyph.'  00:00 Introduction to Dov Preminger 00:17 Reason for a Pen Name 02:05 Synopsis of 'The Law of the Sea' 03:43 Inspiration and Research 20:14 Dov's Legal Background 25:18 The Reality of Legal Battles 29:12 New Novel 'Glyph' 31:08 Wrap-up and Where to Find the Books Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/7IpaW3QKt9F You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:  https://atozhistorypage.start.page http://www.beyondthebigscreen.com%0d Click to Subscribe:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: mailto:steve@atozhistorypage.com www.beyondthebigscreen.com  Parthenon Podcast Network Home:  https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media:  https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0d https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

24 JUN 2024 · Coming Soon on Beyond the Big Screen! You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://www.atozhistorypage.com/ Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: https://atozhistorypage.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0D https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

20 JUN 2024 · Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/4vWu8yt96Vf In this episode of Beyond the Big Screen, host Steve is joined by regular co-host and independent author Frank Saverio to delve into his latest sci-fi novel, Kemper's House. They explore various science fiction themes, including the implications of near light-speed travel and the concept of time dilation, drawing parallels with historical events. The discussion also covers the impacts of independent publishing and podcasting in creating diverse and niche content for audiences. http://franksaverio.net/ 00:00 Introduction to Frank Scalise and His Authoring Career 00:38 Writing in Multiple Genres 02:25 Overview of Kemper's House and sci-fi influences  22:02 Time Dilation and Travel 22:45 Challenges of First Contact 51:44 Meta Discussion: Independent Writing and Podcasting You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:  https://atozhistorypage.start.page Click to Subscribe:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: https://atozhistorypage.com www.beyondthebigscreen.com  Parthenon Podcast Network Home:  https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media:  https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0D https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

17 JUN 2024 · Coming Soon on Beyond the Big Screen! You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://www.atozhistorypage.com/ Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: https://atozhistorypage.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0D https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

13 JUN 2024 · Today’s episode provides an in-depth analysis of the 2015 film 'The Big Short', exploring its portrayal of the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. Steve and Mustache Chris discuss the movie's interpretation of key figures and financial mechanisms that played a critical role in the crisis, such as CDOs and the housing bubble, while comparing the film's narrative to the actual historical events and broader economic implications. Additionally, we touch on the moral questions and the consequences of the crash, alongside a critique of the banking and financial systems' roles in precipitating the crisis. You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://atozhistorypage.start.page www.beyondthebigscreen.com Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: https://atozhistorypage.com www.beyondthebigscreen.com Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com On Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0D https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/ Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ 00:00 Introduction to 'The Big Short' and the 2008 Financial Crisis 00:40 Personal Connections to the 2008 Financial Crisis 01:35 Deep Dive into Financial Literature and Its Relevance Today 02:44 Exploring the Cast of 'The Big Short' 04:39 The Evolution of Mortgages and the Housing Bubble 16:24 The Rise of Quantitative Trading and Its Impact 22:19 Understanding CDOs and the Mechanics of the 2008 Crash 34:01 The Ethical Quandaries of Subprime Loans and Their Aftermath 38:51 The Psychology of Economic Bubbles 39:02 Pop Culture and Economic Mania 39:41 The Stanley Cup Mania: A Case Study 42:07 The Dark Side of CDOs and Financial Collapse 44:30 The Role of Rating Agencies in the Financial Crisis 51:08 Analyzing 'The Big Short': Movie vs. Reality 53:39 The Aftermath and Ethical Considerations of Bailouts 01:13:54 Final Thoughts on Economic Collapse and Cinema

10 JUN 2024 · Coming Soon on Beyond the Big Screen!   You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:   https://www.atozhistorypage.com/ http://www.beyondthebigscreen.com%0d   Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: mailto:steve@atozhistorypage.com   Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com   On Social Media:  https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0d https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/   Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

6 JUN 2024 · Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/wQoa64WzwgZ In today’s episode, Steve and Mustache Chris talk about The Iceman (2012). We will deep dive into the 2012 film 'The Iceman,' starring Michael Shannon, exploring the complex storytelling and character portrayals of real-life mob figures. We will unpack the film's attention to detail, historical accuracy, and the remarkable portrayals of Richard Kuklinski and his mafia counterparts. We’ll look into highlights, along with critical scenes and performances that effectively capture the essence of the mob era and its notorious characters.  Let us know what you think, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or a comment below! You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places: https://atozhistorypage.start.page http://www.beyondthebigscreen.com%0d   Click to Subscribe: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feed email: mailto:steve@atozhistorypage.com www.beyondthebigscreen.com   Parthenon Podcast Network Home: https://parthenonpodcast.com   On Social Media:  https://www.youtube.com/@atozhistory https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypage http://facebook.com/atozhistorypage https://twitter.com/atozhistorypage%0d https://www.instagram.com/atozhistorypage/   Music Provided by: "Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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