Media/Lit

In this episode, Randy and Kris discuss Equilibrium (2002), a film that meant a heck of a lot to teenage Kris. Randy brings his insight as a first time viewer and relishes the opportunity to get to know his fellow host a little bit better. The hosts examine the finer points of "gun kata" and reflect on the film as a time capsule of 2002. They also try to figure out if there is any sort o...

Randy and Kris are joined by Madison Charbonneau, a longtime X-Files fan, who is here to introduce the Media/Lit hosts to one of the oldest and most celebrated fandoms of all time. But first, the hosts take some time to better understand what Madison's fandom means to her. Then, the trio discuss the iconic episode "Small Potatoes" (4.20). In addition to embracing the gags that define...

Kris and Randy hop on mic for their first ever Media/Lite minisode because their love for Australian television phenomenon Bluey transcends all podcast schedules and the April 14th global release of the season three finale, "The Sign," was an absolute tour de force. Once these two dads managed to dry their tears, they simply had no choice but to talk about how this "children's&q...

Randy and Kris are joined by social worker & therapist (and lifelong pal of Kris) Simon Jay to discuss Kurt Vonnegut’s account of his experience as a soldier, prisoner, and witness to a tragic massacre in the WWII memoir, “Wailing Shall Be in All Streets.” Randy and Simon form a fast friendship over their joint efforts to introduce Kris to the works of Kurt Vonnegut. After delving into everyon...

Welcome to the very first episode of LOST & Lit : a recurring series in which the hosts of Media/Lit explore their shared love for the television series LOST. In this episode, Randy and Kris are joined by John Aspler, who comes equipped with a PhD in ethics/neuroscience and a passion for media analysis and commentary! Together, the trio explore their history with LOST before delving into "Whit...

Randy and Kris are joined by playwright (and Randy’s cousin) Neil Martin to discuss Isaac Asimov’s short story, “The Feeling of Power.” They each take a brief tour through their history with Asimov and sci-fi literature in general before digging into their complicated relationships with technology; Kris even hits the others with a quiz in basic arithmetic to see if they can match wits with Myron A...

First, a proposal of sorts. Then, Randy and Kris explore why the soundtrack from Coyote Ugly (2000) is such a formative piece of media for Kris; the duo also bond over their shared love for road trips, pop music, and The Devil Went Down to Georgia. Finally, the hosts dive deep into the 4x platinum soundtrack. They track every high and low, propose new tracks that could have taken the album to the...

Welcome to the very first episode of New to Who : a recurring series in which Randy, a proud Whovian, guides Kris Ingersoll through his VERY FIRST experience watching Doctor Who ! In this episode, Randy and Kris test the notion that "Heaven Sent" (9.11) works as a standalone episode and a great introduction to The Doctor. They also explore their personal histories with science fiction, a...

In this episode, Kris Ingersoll visits the podcast to shine a light on one of his favorite films, Batman Returns (1992), and explore its influence on his life, interests, and values. Randy and Kris explore everything from nostalgia and childhood memories to cinematography and the duality of human nature. Whether you love Batman, Michelle Pfeiffer, or Happy Meals, this podcast is for you. Want to g...