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The dawn of the action/superhero movie season is upon us! With the release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, summer blockbuster season is already here … and (ahem) spring just began. Here’s the question, though: Is Batman v Superman worth your time and money? The early reviews from critics weren’t too kind, but what does our Critic have to say? To find out, listen to this conversation between the Critic and the Referee. You don’t want to miss it!   Batman v Superman Show Notes   Official Website: http://batmanvsuperman.dccomics.com/ Wikipedia Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman_v_Superman:_Dawn_of_Justice IMDb Page: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2975590/ FiveThirtyEight’s Take on Batman’s and Superman’s Relationship: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/batman-superman-movie/

Why Watch That Superhero Movies have been increasing in popularity. People of all ages love to see how images from a page will be brought to life on the big screen. Listen to the Critic and the Referee discuss some popular and some not-so popular superhero films. We hope this helps you determine what to watch as superhero movie season kicks into gear!

Branding is a huge part of making a dent in today's very crowded business world. As technology allows people to enter the marketplace more easily, it's important to have a clear, strong brand that stands out.   For instance, Kim Kardarshian is definitely social media branding royalty and has no trouble garnering attention. She uses every way possible to keep people interested in her and her family's brands. A  recent example occurred a few weeks ago, when she posted yet another nude picture of herself. Even Bette Midler had to respond. Whether you agree with Kim's approach or not, you can't argue that she always manages to be at the forefront of conversation, even if you don't believe that there's a talent to justify it.   In this episode of Idea Jungle, the Mentor and the Visionary discuss the importance of social media in building a brand that succeeds in today's world. Even with limited resources, as long as you develop a solid plan, social media will help you grow a strong brand and business.

It’s March Madness time, so the Critic and the Referee decided to participate by highlighting movies that are all about b-ball. In addition, they discuss new TV shows, introduce ”Did You Know?", and offer a "Pick of the Week" that you may not be aware of. Enjoy!   Show Notes   New TV Shows   Vinyl (HBO): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3186130/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Billions (Showtime): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4270492/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Underground (WGN): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4522400/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Mercy Street (PBS): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4597870/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Baskets (FX): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3468798/?ref_=nv_sr_1 The Family (ABC): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4428038/?ref_=nv_sr_1   Did You Know?   From Spike Lee’s Malcolm X: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104797/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast   March Madness Movies   Finding Forrester: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0181536/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Space Jam: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117705/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Love & Basketball: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0199725

EPISODE 33: There’s a lot going on in the sports world, so the Scout and the GM decided to bring you their thoughts on several topics. In this episode, they discuss Spurs vs. Warriors, the top 2 prospects for the NBA from NCAA basketball (otherwise known as our version of March Madness), and the uproar coming out of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, CA. Enjoy!   Show Notes   Spurs vs. Warriors: http://espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=400828923   Top 2 NBA Prospects: Ben Simmons – http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Ben-Simmons-61928/   Brandon Ingram – http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Brandon-Ingram-7260/ (CBS Sports’ 2016 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings: http://www.draftexpress.com/rankings/Top-100-Prospects/)   The Uproar at Indian Wells: http://www.tennis.com/pro-game/2016/03/tournament-director-of-bnp-paribas-open-criticizes-wta-tour/57931/#.Vu9gwBIrIUE

EPISODE 30: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses the aftermath of Super Tuesday Part 3, cloning dogs, the "Om" massage, and more. Enjoy!   THIS WEEK’S TOPICS   The Sizzle   Anonymous releases Donald Trump’s personal information … supposedly: http://www.newsweek.com/anonymous-publishes-donald-trumps-private-data-438350   Politics   The Aftermath of Super Tuesday Part 3: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/17/us/politics/primary-elections-highlights.html?ref=politics&_r=0 AND http://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/17/us/politics/republicans-enter-a-shadow-campaign-to-sew-up-delegates.html AND http://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2016-election/trump-warns-supporters-may-riot-fears-violence-escalate-n540516   Odd News   The “Om” Massage: http://nypost.com/video/is-this-meditation-or-just-masturbation/   Health & Science   Plants know they're being eaten, supposedly: http://www.businessinsider.com/plants-know-they-are-being-eaten-2014-10   Business   Nike's new self-lacing sneaks and fitness app: http://www.bloomberg.com/news

Why Watch That Vintage This week’s 66th Primetime Emmy Awards honored the amazing work of some of today’s most recognizable actors. But, what about the actors who are no longer as recognizable? In this episode, the Critic and the Referee ask: “Whatever happened to…?” In their own unique way, they pay homage to the actors who used to be hot on the scene. Take a trip down memory lane with them, and enjoy the ride.      

Since this month is Women’s History Month, the Critic and the Referee decided to celebrate by highlighting actresses who are on the verge of making history and films that feature female characters (real or imagined) who drive the plot. From Shailene Woodley to Danai Gurira, from “Frida” to “9 to 5,” this conversation covers both familiar and unfamiliar ground. Hats off to the women who have been, are, and will be the movers-and-shakers of history. Enjoy! Note: Tessa Thompson appeared in the play, "Smart People." She didn't appear in "Race." The Ref apologizes profusely for the mistake.  Show Notes   Talk 1: Actresses – The Future History Makers   Tessa Thompson: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1935086/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Gugu Mbatha-Raw: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1813221/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Keri Russell: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005392/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Danai Gurira: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1775091/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Lupita Nyong’o: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2143282/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Emma Watson: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0914612

EPISODE 32: In this episode of Connoisseurs of Sport, the Scout and the basketball GM play “Who You Got?” Imagine that you’re going to start a franchise with no coach or system of play in place. You have two players to choose between. Who would you choose and why? The Scout and the GM go through some matchups and do just that. You don’t want to miss the back-and-forth discussion that gets to the core of what being a fan is all about. (Plus, there’s a bonus discussion about shooting mechanics.) Enjoy!   Show Notes   MATCHUPS:   Karl-Anthony Towns (Timberwolves) vs. Anthony Davis (Pelicans): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=townska01&p2=davisan02&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=   Damian Lillard (Trailblazers) vs. Russell Westbrook (Thunder): http://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pcm_finder.cgi?request=1&sum=1&p1=lillada01&p2=westbru01&p3=&p4=&p5=&p6=   Kawhi Leonard (Spurs) vs. James Harden (Rockets): http://www.bas

EPISODE 29: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses Kim K and that selfie, Bernie vs. Hillary and Trump vs. … everyone, Joe’s Crab Shack, Ghostbusters, the Dog Whisperer, and more. Enjoy!   THIS WEEK’S TOPICS   The Sizzle   Kim K's nude selfie & (unnecessary) reaction: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/kim-kardashian-naked-selfie-shouldnt-have-been-such-a-surprise-a6917581.html AND http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/kim-kardashian-nude-selfie-row-emily-ratajkowski-sharon-osbourne-share-own-naked-pictures-to-support-a6922716.html   Politics   Bernie's "ghetto" comment (Really?!): https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/powerpost/paloma/daily-202/2016/03/07/daily-202-five-reasons-bernie-sanders-lost-last-night-s-democratic-debate/56dcf1e6981b92a22d730a5d/ & Bernie upsets Clinton in Michigan: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-the-polls-missed-bernie-sanders-michigan-upset/ & Another "Super Tuesday" (3-15-16): http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2016/us/elections/primary-calendar-and-results.

We have a special treat this week. The Critic and the Referee conducted their first interview with award-winning and Oscar-nominated director/screenwriter, Atom Egoyan, whose new movie, "Remember," is being released in the U.S. on Friday, March 11, 2016. It stars Academy Award winners Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau, both giving riveting performances in this drama/thriller. Atom gives us inside details about what it’s like to work with Plummer, Landau, and first-time screenwriter Benjamin August in this unexpected tale of a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor suffering from memory loss. Listen as Egoyan walks us through how he developed his phenomenal storytelling chops, as well as his technique in working with the industry’s most talented actors and actresses. Finally, Atom shares what he’s watching, as well as what you should be watching. Yes, he ultimately takes the Critic and the Referee back to school—film school, that is.  We told you it was a special treat!   Show Notes   Here some fun facts about Ato

Since we haven’t talked television yet at Why Watch That Radio, the Critic and the Referee decided to dive head first into a few of the shows that they enjoy. A couple are in their final seasons, and the rest are still going strong. Either way, you won’t be disappointed when you check them out. In addition, the Critic and the Referee talk movies. They discuss a few of the films that were in contention during this year’s Oscars and give you a verdict on Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny, the sequel to Ang Lee’s great Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Lastly, as always, the team provides a “Pick of the Week.” You’ll never guess what it is. Enjoy!   Note: The Critic references Joan Chen as the star of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, but he meant to reference Michelle Yeoh. He apologizes profusely for the error.   Show Notes   TV Shows   The Good Wife: http://www.cbs.com/shows/the_good_wife/   Downton Abbey: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/downtonabbey/index.html   American Crime Story: The Peopl

EPISODE 31: In this episode, the Scout and the GM discuss a shift in the climate of the NBA – the shift from the league (and the media) celebrating point guards who focus on passing first to celebrating point guards who focus much more on scoring. They explore the hows and whys of this new phenomenon. Plus, they talk briefly about the Lakers upset of the Warriors and more. Enjoy!   Sources & Notes   NBA Player Scoring Per Game Stats: http://espn.go.com/nba/statistics/player/_/stat/scoring-per-game   Point Guards that are Top 10 scorers: Steph Curry (1), Damian Lillard (5), Russell Westbrook (7)   Point Guards that are Top 20 scorers: Isaiah Thomas (13), Kyle Lowry (14), Kemba Walker (16)   Point Guards that are Top 30 scorers: John Wall (22), Chris Paul (23), Reggie Jackson (26)   Point Guards that are in the Top 10 of players who attempt the most field goals throughout this season: Russell Westbrook (2), Steph Curry (4), Damian Lillard (5), John Wall (8), Isaiah Thomas (10)    Point Guards that are in th

EPISODE 28: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses Zoe Saldana as Nina Simone, the likely Presidential nominees, Boeing's self-cleaning toilet, Caitlyn Jenner and Ted Cruz, and more. Enjoy!   THIS WEEK’S TOPICS     The Sizzle   The trailer for "Nina" is out, and people aren't happy, especially Nina Simone's estate and daughter: http://www.people.com/article/nina-simone-estate-lashes-back-at-zoe-saldana AND http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/the-nina-trailer-is-what-happens-when-white-people-tell-black-stories_us_56d74238e4b0bf0dab34472a   Politics   Super Tuesday postmortem & looking ahead to upcoming primaries/caucuses: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/republican-voters-kind-of-hate-all-their-choices/ AND http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/donald-trump-is-just-barely-on-track-to-win-the-gop-nomination/ AND http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/hillary-clintons-got-this/ AND http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/onpolitics/2016/03/05/what-states-have-primaries-on-saturday/81282848/   Odd News   Polic

Why Watch That Who ever complained about a good chuckle? Nobody we know! So, we’re back with an episode about our favorite comedies. The Critic and the Referee discuss a variety of funny films so diverse that you’re bound to find something that will make you cry with laughter. Enjoy!

Why Watch That Thanks to some of the wonderful performances that we’ve recently seen from Lupita Nyong’o, Viola Davis, and many others, black actresses are beginning to get the recognition that they deserve. In this episode, the Critic and the Referee discuss several notable black actresses and their standout performances. Enjoy our lively conversation about these women who often get overlooked!

On Sunday, the 88th Annual Academy Awards were held, so we decided to tune in just to see what Chris Rock would do ... and say. Well, he knocked it out of the park. (We can't say the same about the ceremony overall, though.) In this episode, the Critic and the Referee react to the Oscars, describe an effective way to determine whether the plot of a movie or TV show will appeal to you, and provide an all new "Pick of the Week." Enjoy!   Show Notes   Oscar Nominees & Winners: http://oscar.go.com/news/winners/oscar-winners-2016-see-the-complete-list   The McGuffin: https://www.writingclasses.com/toolbox/articles/what-is-a-mcguffin   Deadpool: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1431045/

EPISODE 30: In this episode, the Scout and both GMs discuss the domination of Steph Curry. Where does he fall in the pantheon of NBA greats? Also, how do his and his team’s style of play affect the rest of the league (and each other)? Listen to our analysis of all that and more. Enjoy!   Sources   538’s statistical analysis of Steph Curry: http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/stephen-curry-is-the-revolution/   Draymond Green’s tirade during halftime of Warriors vs. Thunder: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2620327-draymond-green-reportedly-goes-on-tirade-at-halftime-of-warriors-vs-thunder   Warriors at Thunder Box Score + More: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/nba/event/2015/897223/boxscore/   Draymond Green’s mother writes a letter to Warriors haters: http://ftw.usatoday.com/2016/02/draymond-greens-mom-letter-haters-warriors   An interesting breakdown of the improvement in 3-point shooting: http://espn.go.com/blog/truehoop/post/_/id/74103/no-contest-todays-best-shooters-are-better-than-ever

EPISODE 27: This week, The Zeitgeist discusses Jamie Foxx & #actbetter, Super Tuesday, NASA applicants, Apple vs. the FBI, the NFL’s Dante Fowler, and more. Enjoy!   THIS WEEK’S TOPICS     The Sizzle   Jamie Foxx makes fun of Oscars boycott (#ActBetter): http://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/feb/24/jamie-foxx-tells-african-american-stars-to-act-better-oscars-so-white-diversity-row   Politics   Super Tuesday! (March 1st) – 11+ states voting (VT, MA, MN, VA, TN, GA, AL, AR, OK, TX, and, for Republicans, AK, for Democrats, American Samoa): http://www.politico.com/story/2016/02/super-tuesday-2016-everything-you-need-to-know-219849   Odd News   Feet washing ashore in British Columbia: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/feb/23/british-columbia-canada-human-feet-mystery   Health & Science   Record number of applicants want to be NASA astronauts: http://www.csmonitor.com/Science/2016/0220/18-300-apply-to-be-astronauts.-How-will-NASA-selection-just-14   Business   Apple vs. the FBI: http://www.usatoday.com/s

EPISODE 16: It’s so easy to find a reason to not get started or to make up some excuse for why you can’t introduce yourself to the world, but the Idea Jungle hosts want you to stop. Usually, it’s just your inner voice that’s leaving you stuck on the hamster wheel of doubt and that’s paralyzing you from getting started. In today’s world, everyone’s constantly trying to come up with the latest, greatest, and most innovative invention. But, ultimately, you don’t need any of that to get started: What you have right now is usually enough. So, the Visionary and the Mentor decided to prove it to you. In this episode, let us help you mute your inner self doubt, reconnect with your basic needs, and secure your first or next client.