Nerds were not always cool, but after Weird Al won us over with pop parody hit after hit, a shift began. Who are our favorite nerdy musicians, and are they "nerdcore" or nah? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

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Nerdcore: Pulp & Parody

The last days of winter simmered with suspense. We met the new Invisible Man, witnessed Rian Johnson's whodunnit, Knives Out, and shadowed two unusual sci-fi suspects: Devs and Alter Carbon (season 3.) Join authors Jon and Melissa Matos as they recount what stories kept them on the edge of their seat, and what palette cleansers helped cut the tension. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

The Invisible Stan ft. Knives Out & Devs

We're back from a strange and exciting Evil Expo to talk multi-genre movies and TV. How does the Star Trek spin-off 'Picard' compare to the OG series or the new reboot? Also, does the Korean dark comedy 'Parasite' live up to the hype? What are you waiting for?? Find out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Picard, Parasite & Post-Con Pondering

The cognitive bias is strong with these two! Much ado preceded the new Star Wars and Little Women, but did they live up to the hype? A new decade begins with some old stories ending and new binges beginning. Start the new year with some thoughts on story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Starry-eyed Sagas (ft. Star Wars IX & Little Women, 2019)

Melissa and Jon take a quick break from binging the Mandolorian, Gargoyles and Tailspin to review Frozen 2. Is baby Yoda the best magic companion? Is Elsa skating around a personality disorder? Find out here first! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Disney Festivus ft. Frozen 2

Leave your proton pack at the AA meeting? Your soul sister will help you cope AND catch ghosts! Join Melissa and Jon, author siblings and spiritual speculators, as they review the Shining sequel. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Mentalist Ghostbusters ft. Doctor Sleep

Sirens aren't only the only allusions in cop dramas. Join authors Jon and Melissa Matos as they investigate mysteries with a flare for the supernatural. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Siren Song: Ghostly Mysteries

Put on your Mickey ears and grab your pumpkin pail: it's time for a Disney/Halloween movie mash-up! Fresh off a Disney Cruise voyage, Melissa and Jon discuss three scary sequels: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Toy Story 4 and Zombieland 2.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Spooky Disney: Maleficent 2 & Toy Story 4

On the heels of a Breaking Bad / Better Call Saul binge, El Camino drops on Netflix. Muscle cars and cat-and-mouse mischief? Sounds like a formula for fun. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Best in Show: El Camino

Pieces of this talk include: a mystery novel that feels like a puzzle, a brief discussion of how good theology can help fantasy writing, and what we're excited about in sci-fi and fantasy coming soon. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter @Unboxing Story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Putting the Puzzle Together ft. The Westing Game

We packed in the feature presentations for this freestyle episode. Relax and enjoy our chat on Downtown Abbey (2019), Ad Astra, and the noir throwback, Sunset Boulevard. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Hipsterstellar ft. Ad Astra & Downton Abbey: The Movie

Combine Zootopia and Sing! and you've got the 90s animated feature film Cats Don't Dance. Produced during the Disney Renaissance, Warner Bros wrote a love letter to old Hollywood while maintaining their brand of slapstick comedy. Join Melissa and Jonathan Matos as they discuss this forgotten gem and examine what makes it great. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Breaking Genre: Cats Don't Dance

Provincial wisdom says roses from a street corner vendor aren't anything special, but the charming romantic drama 'Once' is anything but provincial. Discover the story of Guy and Girl, a vacuum repairman and flower girl who dream of making music. Melissa and Jon Matos take a break from humming the film's many soulful songs to discuss its blend of poetry and slice-of-life drama. Join Jon on January 24th - 26th for Evil Expo: The Convention for Villains! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or leave us a message on our homepage. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Siren Song: Once (2007)

Practical magic is tough in the age of visual effects. The Jim Henson Company recreates the world of Thra and make it look easy. Join Jon and Melissa Matos as they heap praise on one of their favorite studios, stories, and special effects. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Magic Muppets ft. Netflix's Dark Crystal

File this one under "current affairs." Not only did Melissa get a sweetheart novelette published, but she got donors to raise some $ for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. To celebrate these double convictions, your Boy & Gal Fridays eschew a topic for a chat about a dark but thrilling novel, Netflix's Another Life, and more. Pre-order the first Iron Sorcerer novelette! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. You can also leave us a message here, a rating here or write to us at unboxingstory(at)gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

Good Vibes ft. Another Life

Jon and Melissa Matos compare popular fiction with cult classics, fan favorites, and ancient allusions. Join their weekly celebration of good storytelling, and the positive impact stories have on our everyday lives. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unboxing-story/support

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