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An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 108 - The Pasts FutureElton and Scott discuss what the 2020's will be like from the eyes of a 1960's mind. Also where we're going.
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Into The Expanse - Andy and Elton review The Exp...2023-02-131h 21An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 107 - Sjöberg’s ListsElton is joined by Scott to run through a couple of lists.
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Into The Expanse - Andy and Elton review The Expanse
The Great Derelict – Space, spaceship and Sci-Fi tal...2023-01-091h 14An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 106 - Star Wars ChatElton is joined Scott to discuss the recent-ish Star Wars tv and films.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
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Into The...2022-12-021h 51An Apotheosis of a BombastEp 105 - A.I. BotsElton is joined by the long lost Scott Copperman to discuss online A.I.
We hope you enjoy.
Links in the show.... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4643084/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_45
https://www.thevintagenews.com/2016/03/20/first-russian-woman-astronaut-made-recordings-space-right-died-eerie/?chrome=1
https://quickdraw.withgoogle.com/
https://qz.com/1340990/microsofts-politically-correct-chat-bot-is-even-worse-than-its-racist-one
https://josephsteinberg.com/why-scammers-make-spelling-and-grammar-mistakes/
https://variety.com/2022/film/news/bruce-willis-sells-rights-deepfake-digital-twin-1235388442/
https://mashable.com/article/james-earl-jones-gives-rights-to-darth-vader-ai
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0258153/
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Skype :- Sh...2022-11-121h 48An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 104 - ReBootsWelcome to the latest episode of Shonky Lab and by a twist of fate, a reboot of An Apotheosis Of A Bombast (Thanks Jim).
Elton is joined by Mr. Lee Medcalf (The Black Dog Podcast) and Mr. Scott Copperman (An Apotheosis of a Bombast, Rethinking LOST, Rethinking The X-Files) to talk about ReBoots. (No, that's not Newcastle for robots)
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Next time out:- Pirates
Please join the F...2018-04-112h 05An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 103 - We Need More BeesHaha! The guys are back!.... you know, the English guy with the funny name and the American... no? Well anyway Scott and Elton are here to talk about many things from Bin Ladden to Bees. So sit back and enjoy...
2012-06-091h 07An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 101 - Give The Big Man His SpaceThe guys (Scott and Elton) hit Room 101 for episode .... well..... 101.
But before that, they talk Monkees, urinals, old adverts, dentures, Alvin and the Chipmunks and Nazis from the moon.
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You'll find Creeping with Armstrong, Dissecting Dexter, The Paul Goebel Show, Earth Station One, Podtourage, Gareths Waste of Time, Geek Squared Podcast, Hypnobobs, The Ice Podcast, Matts Musical Concepts, What Duvet Said, Rethinking LOST and Shonky Lab.
Thanks for the support.
bombastpodcast@gmail.com2012-03-121h 14An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 100 - Be The BrushThe guys have made it to 100! Hand shakes all round.
This 100/birthday/start of the year episode includes cool mobility scooters, Star Wars talk (isn't there always?) and the 'send us 100 what?' thing Scott came up with a little while ago.
Scott and Elton also get to use the Letters jingle because, you know, people e-mailed in. It's how it works you know.
Thank you for sticking with the show. It means a lot. so raise your glasses to the next .... well.... at least a few.
Enjoy and spread the word.
Also don't forget to visit the Facebook page, Ro...2012-02-171h 21An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 099 - A Pencil Sketch Can Save The World2012 is round the corner, the fall out of the tsunami and drawing alien planets are just a few things Elton & Scott are talking about this week.
In news, Shepherds have 'food poisoning', you can't text words in Pakistan and 5 crazy looking fish.
The year is rounded off with a Ice-cream or Band name quiz.
Enjoy and spread the word.
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Cheers.2011-12-2244 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 098 - No Real Than You Are Means SomethingGold in the sea, weird animals in the sea as well? you must of found/stumbled across/accidentally downloaded An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
Well done.
This week Scott & Elton also talk and mull over Mars, MW3, WWE, Tin Tin and the Muppets.
In the news the guys find a man with a frozen armadillo, Life-size Lego man washes up, a chainsaw burglar terrifies wrong resident and a 'Hillbilly' with a chainsaw.
Enjoy and spread the word.
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Cheers.
2011-12-061h 06An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 095 - Take The Call 09141Han Solo biscuits? F1 2011? Battlefield 3? Brain waves? If any of these tickle your fancy then your in the right place.
Scott and Elton chat about these and more including a satellite crashing, so who pays? Binary solar system, a girl drinking blood and a bus driver hides from the cops.
All this and more await you lucky lot in this weeks An Apotheosis Of A Bombast.
If you enjoy then please spread the word and give Rogue Two a little look for more wonderful podcasts. Also check out Wonky Finger for a new set of T-Shirts.
Cheers.2011-10-201h 09An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 093 - Lawd Above! Cleverbot's A Meenie, Innit.Welcome pickles, this is episode 93 of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
This week Elton watched Cars 2 & Skyline, had songs stuck in his head and worked out how many days old Scott is.
Scott in the meantime, played with the Cleverbot sold a Super NES and learned how to speak cockney..... kinda ...... well no, no he didn't.
Anyway, enjoy you lovely lot, if you do then please spread the word.
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You'll Find Creeping With Armstrong, Dissecting Dexter, Earh Station One, Gareth's Waste of...2011-09-0800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 091 - Check Your Finger LengthWelcome to a bit of a mucky episode. The reason for it's muskiness? Well James of course. Scott's away this episode so Elton takes the controls and heads to a world of Chat roulette, stuffing turkeys, scientific death match, Niagara Falls, round-a-bouts, dogging, men with iPhones, E-Wok villages & looking Christmas presents.
To finish we have the inaugural Slurp Off and a look at finger length.
Enjoy.2011-08-301h 03An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 089 - Bring A Bigger SuitcaseHello there you lovely lot and if it's your first time, Welcome!
You've managed to find/accidentally download/stumble upon/click the wrong link to the world of An Apotheosis of a Bombast. Well done you.
This week Scott and Elton literally listen to a cartoon tiger on the loo, pee in the shower, a man tries to escape jail in a suitcase, read an e-mail and ask questions.
The guys have also decided that all cats, from now on, should be called Ian.
Hopefully you'll enjoy and come back again. If you do, please spread the word, visit the Fa...2011-07-1357 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 088 - Sharks Are ScaryCongratulations dear listener, you've just got your grubby little mitts on a new episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
This week Scott & Elton talk sleepwalking, Go-Karts, the government tracking your moves, Ryan Dunn, a motorbike crash, the ugly dance and looking for Bin Laden.
There's also an E-mail in there somewhere. :-)
Enjoy and spread the word, please e-mail the guys @ bombastpodcast@gmail.com or drop a story on the Facebook page.
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Many thanks.2011-07-0552 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastGod Calls & Gets CrossThis is a quick but special episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
As you may remember a little while ago Elton had a sales call which he recorded, packaged up and sent it out to you wonderful people to download and enjoy (The 'No Win No Fee' Call). Well here's another one..... just for you.
This time around it's a call from a 24talk sales man.... opps.... no, this is not a sales call...... it's a call to see if we're interested... kind of.
Anyway hopefully you'll enjoy. If you do please spread the word about An Apotheosis of a...2011-06-2812 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 086 - Party @ Rico'sOh! Oh! look....... it's another episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast. Let's hope it's a good one.
Well this week Elton & Scott talk M&M world, the Indy 500 final lap, the Human Centipede II, was there a film called Driller Killer? and ever seen Fritz the Cat?
Teens are also warned about using 'Vodka Tampon'...... those crazy kids.
The guys finish up somehow talking racism, hobo clowns and kids with Nurf guns in a wonderful video.
Thank you for listening. Don't forget to join the Facebook page and add your own stories, tweet the guys, e-mail the show @ bombastpodcast@gm...2011-06-151h 05An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 085 - You Have To Stick To Your StoryWelcome dear listeners to another episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
Make yourself comfy as Scott & Elton dive into Obama's car getting stuck, Obama getting drowned out by trumpets, things that used to be free, the Duchess of Cambridge can't have babies? & Queuing for rides.
In other news Marmite is banned? and a truck driver blows up like a balloon, at this point the guys find the 6 most bizarre medical hoaxes...... nice.
Anyway enjoy, spread the word and join in by emailing bombastpodcast@gmail.com, 'Like' the Facebook page and check out the show notes @ bombastpodcast.podbean.com2011-06-071h 06An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 084 - None Of Us Have Any MoralsWelcome listeners to An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
This week, as Scott is away Lording it up in the sun, Elton has invited four 'Guest Producers' in the shape of Dave Robinson, Mike Carson, Richard Smith and Andrew Dickerson to help him through the world of news and websites.
News takes the guys through the Rapture and Zombies, circumcision, a German orgy, a baby named 'Like', Police chasing a cuddly toy, a Woman with a sword, Russel Brand and Dead or Alive.
The website search bemuses the team as they discover the wonderful 'Hover Car'.
If you enjoy this episode...2011-05-261h 11An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 083 - Always Check Your SafetyWelcome everyone to another episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
This week the guys called Scott and Elton bring you such wonders as Calculator watches, Disney Star Wars Weekend, was Bin Laden watching Babe station? and a little on the Royal wedding.
In news the guys hit on a man with a gun, a student with a dress, a zombie house and a man with an expensive car.
Oh and don't forget to check out osalt.com for all your open source needs.
Enjoy, spread the word and don't spend it all at once.2011-05-1648 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 080 - Resist Frowning At Police OfficersHello everyone and thanks for downloading. This, as if you didn't know, is An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
This week Elton and Scott hit the phenomenon (do do da dodo) of Rebecaa Black, talk New Jersey Laws and smash keyboards with Press the Spacebar.
They also find out whats banned by the Bible and have a quick 'famous website' quiz.
Enjoy, send mail to bombastpodcast@gmail.com, join the Facebook page and please spread the word.
Cheers.2011-04-1358 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 077 - Lemon Zest Fixes EverythingHere's another episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast for you lovely lot. Hey, you deserve it.
This week you'll find out who won the robot marathon, what 5-19-13 is and a little about Facebook security. Elton and Scott also talk about the future of X-Box connect, fan made movies and breast milk ice-cream.
There's lots of other little bits in there for you so enjoy.
Please don't forget to email the show bombastpodcast@gmail.com and, of course, spread the word.
Cheers.2011-03-0800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 074 - Keep Your Eyes On The RoadWelcome you lucky lot, you've downloaded episode 74 of An Apotheosis of a Bombast. Well done.
This week Elton and Scott talk about speeding tickets, a mail about a foreign object in the body, a cushion eating lady and Earth should prepare for aliens.
In news a lady falls 23 floors.... and lives, silly people crash into a church and airport security has gone bonkers.
And the cherry on the cake? well it's the audio from the wonderful Dot Dot Dot video.
Enjoy, spread the word on twitter and Facebook, get in touch and come back next week.
Cheers.2011-02-0159 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 072 - Enjoy Your Last MealWelcome you lovely listener. You've either downloaded or stumbled upon this weeks edition of Bombast, good for you.
So your wondering what Elton and Scott will be discussing eh? Well, if you happen to end up on death row what would your final meal be? What are the rules? and would you rush your food?
They also talk about moon landings, alien babies & beasts caught in deer traps.
In news more fish die, a man sneezes & a peeing policewoman in riot gear.
I'm sure there was the topics of 'whats ever fallen out of your nose' and 'what way round do...2011-01-1852 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 071- Even Paint Should Wear A Seat BeltWelcome ladies and gentlemen to the first episode of 2011. The future starts here...... sort of.
This week the wonderful Elton and Scott talk about the Christmas and New Year break, 2012, mass bird and fish death, building a computer and wearing an XBL headset.
We're sure a bit of Black Ops, Snow and feeling too hot slip in there somewhere.
In other news a woman walks after 23 years in a wheelchair, paint exploding and a killer is caught on camera.
To finish off? why Polar bear plunging of course.
Thanks for listening, check out the Facebook page, email us (because we've g...2011-01-1146 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 068 - Go Find Yourself A Plastic BabyWelcome dear listener to the third LIVE An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
Enjoy the wonders of Emma the caller, news about rockets, pregnant dolls, paper airplanes and Elton muffing up the Skype.
A letters section is born using an old jingle, Elton has got Black Ops and Scot has a list of greetings.
If you would like to join us for the next LIVE show, you can find us in the Ustream room where you can join the chat room and listen live. Elton should have the hang on the skype by then.
Anyway, we hope you enjoy the episode. Ge...2010-11-2259 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 065 - Midlife Crises Are GoodWelcome dear listener. This week Scott and Elton talk dressing as Hitler, why we removed the baby swinging video from the Facebook page, racism & a racist (fake) advert and talking in your sleep.... are you responsible?
Elton takes the Popular Beliefs test.
A lady mistakes her eye drops for super glue, did you ever put PVA glue on your hands? and burglars, why don't they put super glue on their fingers?
We hope you enjoy the episode. Please join the Facebook group and spread the love.
Cheers.2010-10-261h 00An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 064 - Darwin's Theory Hard At WorkCongratulations you lucky lot, you've downloaded a new episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast and it's bit of a wonderfully weird one.
The guys, Elton & Scott, talk phones, a woman putting a cat in a bin, a woman throwing dogs in a river, Elton getting an Xbox..... wait ..wha? Thoughts and abuse on that please. :-)
A man in on scooter falling down a lift shaft & Scott comes across cyber squatting.
To round up, Elton watched Buried and Devil and posted his first audioboo.
Enjoy and spread the love.2010-10-1947 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 063 - The Badger, Beautiful Animal, Huge FeetAnother episode of Bombast with Scott and Elton is upon us with indulgent chit chat about kids, pens and choice. Hey, it's going to happen every now and again.
The guys discuss a video about 'Baby Swinging' where a man literally swings a baby around his head. Elton hit a pigeon with his van and so came up with the 'Top 9 most popular animals to hit', and also got to see the film [REC].
Thanks for sticking with us.
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Cheers.2010-10-0656 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 061 - It's Supposed To Be Fast FoodHoly Cow Bombast listeners!, it's Scott and Elton back with another packed episode of An Apotheosis of a Bombast.
So what's in the show? Well come here and you'll see that Elton went camping and saw Inception, Scott has now got an Xbox and name dropped in a bar, crowds & Interludes in the cinema.
In news a body is found in a back pack, a man cuts off his penis & a Ghost hunter is hit by a real train.
The guys finish off with videos from 'How To' Batman & How it should have ended.
So there you have it for a...2010-09-0653 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 060 - Stick A Fork In Him, He's DoneWelcome listeners to An Apotheosis of a Bombast episode 60.
This week Elton & Scott talk podcast tags, 3D films, ARG's and the Yoda backpack. Elton watched Avatar with his phone in the freezer and he also went for a drink with Darren from The Black Dog Podcast.
In News, old people in Tokyo die, a creepy robot is built and a man cooks himself in a sauna.
Thank you for listening and please spread the word.2010-08-1755 min
Rethinking LOSTEpisode 044 - Science Fiction or Fantasy?In this episode, the guys dig back into the whole "Is LOST science fiction or fantasy?" discussion using definitions from Star Wars on Trial and the Library of Congress itself.
We welcome your thoughts, as we expect to invest more time in this in the near future.
Please continue to look for us and consider subscribing directly to our show, if you don’t already, via the links at http://rethinkinglost.podbean.com.
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Scott’s blog to supplement the podcast : Things Scott Wonders about LOST...2010-08-0100 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 058 - Don't Count Your Legends Before They've HatchedScott's on vacation this week so Elton calls upon his brother-in-law, Matthew Nessbach-Antley, to step in.
The World Cup is finally put to bed with a little help, Gentle Ben is brought up somehow and Britain's most wanted man die's provoking people to set up R.I.P Facebook pages. Big thanks going to Ian Collins for letting us use the interview he carried out.
To cheer everyone up Matthew and Elton go head to head with......... Rock, Paper, Scissors, Stone, Grenade... & .... Spock? Then they get down to one of the most important questions ever.... Which came first.
Hope you en...2010-07-2053 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 043 - Unshared Finale SpoilersIn this episode, the guys take a look at the Dark UFO entry "See the Spoilers we didn't post" and wonder what their impact might have been.
Also discussed are the Bluebird AR game, "Persons Unknown", and a misguided review of the LOST finale which appeared in the LA times.
It's good to be back. Please continue to look for us and consider subscribing directly to our show, if you don’t already, via the links at http://rethinkinglost.podbean.com.
Thanks for listening.
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Scott’s blog to s...2010-07-0600 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 042 - ReThinking The End (Pt2)This week Scott and Elton continue their look over 'The End'.
Has their opinion changed in the short time since the airing? Have any new thoughts graced our hosts? These questions on top of Eltons thoughts on Eloise combine for a great post-LOST episode.
Please consider subscribing directly to our show, if you don’t already, via the links at http://rethinkinglost.podbean.com.
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2010-06-0700 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 041 - ReThinking The End (Pt1)Well here it is (after a few tech issues). The final episode of LOST, and what an episode!
This week Elton & Scott rethink 'The End'. Why are some people feeling let down? was it a great ending? what did we expect and how will this open our eyes to older episodes, not forgetting the whole of season 6?
This won't be the last time we evaluate 'The End', there's far too much to go over so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for a follow up show very soon.
Please consider subscribing directly to our show, if you don’t alre...2010-06-0100 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 040 - ReThinking What They Died ForThis week the guys rethink "What They Died For" and make some predictions about the series finale. Scott questions the plot significance (not entertainment value!) of the
Dharma season and other seemingly important-at-the-time mysteries, while Elton wonders if we have to see Juliet and Sawyer together in a coffee shop and if we should even want to. Who will be left on the island when it's all over? Join us as we discuss all this and more.
Enjoy the podcast and enjoy the final episode of LOST. We'll be back after the finale and for many weeks thereafter.
Please consider...2010-05-2100 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 039 - ReThinking Across the SeaSome people loved "Across the Sea", some hated it, some are in between. Whatever your stance is, you're sure to enjoy Scott and Elton's rethinking of the episode.
This week the guys present a reaction to the episode and a wondering of what it all may mean from this point forward. In this show you'll hear Scott look back for seeds of what was revealed in this episode, Elton wonder if "Mother" is a "Mother Nature" figure, and much more.
References are made to this article ( http://www.hitfix.com/blogs/whats-alan-watching/posts/exclusive-interview-lost-producers-damon-lindelof-and-carlton-cuse-talk-across-the-sea# ) which contains no spoilers but does...2010-05-1500 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 038 - ReThinking The CandidateJoin Scott and Elton as they look back at and rethink the latest episode of LOST -The Candidate.
With many of their original theories no longer applicable after last week's episode, the guys start looking back for clues they may have missed in earlier episodes and wonder what other "cons" might in play. Why was so much time spent on the Kwons? Will Ben be a pivotal player inthe final 4.5 hours? Who planted the explosives on the plane? Will Miles survive to the finale? Could a reveal about Anthony Cooper's past be the push Locke needs to let go? What...2010-05-1000 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 037 - ReThinking The Last RecruitThis week Scott and Elton are pleased to offer you a look over the latest episode of Lost - The Last Recruit.
Is Smokey telling the truth when it comes to Jacks father? who will die next? where did the Elizabeth come from? and is Desmond really the key to the whole show? These questions and a lot more are pondered over, so please settle down and enjoy. 5 hours and counting.........
We make some guesses about what might lie ahead, but this episode (as they all are) is Spoiler-Free in terms of the remainder of the season, so listen without...2010-04-2500 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 036 - ReThinking Everybody Loves HugoWelcome LOST fan to ReThinking LOST. This week Scott and Elton look over the episode Everybody Loves Hugo, still wonder what the sideways flashes could be, talk about Ilana going Ka-Blamo! and could Desmond be a magnet?
Thank you for respecting our spoiler policy and keeping in mind that Elton is watching from the UK and usually doesn’t see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we ask that you consider that when tweeting, emailing, or posting on our site.
Thank you all for listening but if you...2010-04-1800 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 035 - ReThinking Happily Ever AfterThis week Scott and Elton are pleased to offer you a look over the latest episode of Lost - The Desmond-centric ‘Happily Ever After’.
With this turning point of the season the guys try to work out what the 'sideways' world has to offer to our Losties, does Eloise Widmore know more than she's letting on? and who, given the choice, would stay and who would go. Confused? We know how you feel.
We make some guesses about what might lie ahead, but this episode (as they all are) is Spoiler-Free in terms of the remainder of the season, so liste...2010-04-1000 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 034 - ReThinking The PackageJoin us as we rethink "The Package". This week, Scott and Elton try to discern why the package was Desmond (and a who instead of a what), Scott outlines the scenario he believes will result in Sun and Jin becoming Adam and Eve, and more. The discussion is spoiler-free, as always.
Thank you for respecting our spoiler policy and keeping in mind that Elton is watching from the UK and usually doesn't see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we ask that you consider that when tweeting...2010-04-0500 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 033 - ReThinking Ab AeternoJoin Scott and Elton as they ReThink "Ab Aeterno" and seek to present an analysis of the episode that differs a bit from what you might hear elsewhere. This week the guys make a strong case for Jacob as an elemental force, propose a new theory about the flash-sideways, defend the integrity of the prison priest, and much more. Our discussion is spoiler-free, as always.
Be sure to look back on the LPN and ReThinking LOST feeds for Episode 32 - Emails, Tweets, and a Contest! (released on Friday, March 26) where we shared some of your theories and announced our "Create...2010-03-2700 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 032 - Emails, Tweets, and a Contest!Hello, listeners. This is NOT a standard ReThinking LOST episode. It DOES make some casual references to the LOST episode which aired in the US the week of March 23, 2010 - nothing major, but we promised you we'd be 100% spoiler-free so if you haven't seen it yet, you should probably wait to listen just to be safe.
In this special bonus episode, we take a minute to discuss some of the thoughts you've emailed and tweeted to us. And... and... we announce a ReThinking LOST contest.
Check back in a day or so for our regular ReThinking of the March 23rd...2010-03-2600 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 031 - ReThinking ReconJoin us as we rethink "Recon." In this episode, we wonder about the importance (and scope) of the Widmore family tree, whether MIB can be trusted, and much more. Our discussion is spoiler-free, as always.
Look for an episode from us next and every weekend, and PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, Elton is watching from the UK and usually won't see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we ask that you consider that when tweeting, emailing, or posting on our site.
Thanks for listening, and please do reach...2010-03-2000 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 030 - ReThinking Dr. LinusThis week Scott and Elton rethink "Dr. Linus."
Join us as we respond to a listener question about how the Losties knew they were on an island, wonder if there might be a triumvirate in control of the island instead of Jacob and Locke, and more. Our discussion is spoiler-free, as always.
Look for an episode from us next and every weekend, and PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, Elton is watching from the UK and usually won't see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we ask that you...2010-03-1400 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 029 - ReThinking SundownThis week Scott and Elton rethink "Sundown."
After an appearance on the LOSTBlog podcast, Scott has developed a theory about the significance of the Flash-Sideways, while Elton wonders if we aren't all misinterpreting Richard Malkin's warning to Claire. We discuss these (spoiler-free, as always) theories and more as we analyze episode 6 of Season 6.
Look for an episode from us next and every weekend, and PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, Elton is watching from the UK and usually won't see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we ask that...2010-03-0700 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 028 - ReThinking The LighthouseThis week Scott and Elton rethink "The Lighthouse."
We've tweaked the shows' format a bit, and this episode brings some analysis of the episode and new (spoiler-free, as always) theories about what might lie ahead. We think you're going to like what you hear.
A set of screencaps are referenced in this episode. They are available by clicking here (This link goes directly to a screen cap image gallery. The pages accessed by this direct link and by clicking next picture or previous picture have NO spoilery adverts, headlines, or other content; however, we make no promises about whether you'll...2010-02-2700 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 043 - There's a thing on this thing ...February has become special guest month at the Bombast Podcast, as Scott and Elton are visited by another family member, Scott's son - Jay.
Join the three for a laugh-filled exploration of Star Wars, a special parenting moment by Scott as he encourages Jay (and Elton) to send fan mail to their favorite celebrities, and a challenging "pick the fake news story" quiz by Elton.
Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy this episode, and please do heed Scott's advice and reach out to your favorite podcast celebrities (*cough* us).2010-02-2655 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 027 - ReThinking The SubstituteThis week Scott and Elton are pleased to offer you a look over the latest episode of Lost - The Locke-centric 'The Substitute'.
We take a close look at the writing on the wall & and at the same time wonder where the LA X thread is heading.
We make some guesses about what might lie ahead, but this episode (as they all are) is Spoiler-Free in terms of the remainder of the season, so listen without worry.
Look for an episode from us next and every weekend as we hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free. Please remember to be...2010-02-2000 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 042 - .....and the winner is.Welcome listener to a special edition of Bombast. Illness has struck Scott and Elton but thats not going to stop us from getting an episode to you.
Elton & Amanda 'Boudoir' take you through orange flavoured Smarties, Aliens in Rye, turning into a fly & can 7 year olds beat you up?
They also get around to drawing the winner of the Bombast Human.
Hope you enjoy.
Continue to write to us, tweet @ us, and let us know you’re out there.
Don’t be afraid to look through the old episodes - there’s a lot of good stuff there.
Contact us:
email...2010-02-1934 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 026 - ReThinking What Kate DoesOnto episode 3 of season 6 What Kate Does.
In this edition Scott and Elton run through the many scenes of this Kate-centric episode, dive into the Temple to find out what Dogan was doing to Sayid, why don't the Temple Others like Miles and, in the flash-sideways, we get to see a familiar face in hospital.
Look for an episode from us next and every weekend, and PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, Elton is watching from the UK and usually won’t see the episodes until a few days after the US airing. We hope to make it through Season 6 spoiler-free, so we...2010-02-1300 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 041 - Smoking Whilst Riding Can Damage Your HealthWelcome listener to this weeks edition of Bombast.
Hey guess what..... Elton and Scott discuss what the collective word for people listening to the show would be.... hmmm? They also talk sausage roll Facebook pages, how much milk should you put on your cereal & games you should play with your partner.
In news, A mans cigarette explodes whilst riding a motorbike & a peeping tom is caught..... at a strip club.
For the site this week, Virtual NES is looked at and played.
Thank you for checking the show out, if you have any news, comments, feedback or general chit-chat then p...2010-02-0845 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 025 - ReThinking LA X (Parts 1 and 2)Season 6 has begun, and we are pleased to offer you our study of the first two hours - LA X, parts 1 and part 2.
We make some guesses about what might lie ahead, but this episode (as they all are) is Spoiler-Free in terms of the remainder of the season, so listen without worry.
In this episode of ReThinking LOST, Scott and Elton react to and try to interpret what we all saw in the series premier. Scott busts out a new theory on what "the loophole" used to by the dark-shirted man really was and Elton wonders if there are...2010-02-0600 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 024 - Our Predictions for Season 6We close out the hiatus with our Season 6 Spoiler-Free (as always) predictions for the final season of LOST.
In this Episode of ReThinking LOST, Scott and Elton speculate on who we'll see in Season 6, who will survive to the end, what the first and last scenes of the season might be, what it all might be about, and more.
We'll be releasing new shows throughout the season (look for them each weekend) where we'll be analyzing the previous week's episode. Please stay with us.
And PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, Elton is watching from the UK and won't see the episodes...2010-01-2900 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 039 - Some Monkeys Like ItWell, it's taken almost a year but here we are with our very first Live Call-in show. And guess what.... we had a caller! We got to speak to him and everything!
But before we get into that, if and when we go Live again you can find us in the Ustream room where you can join the chat room and listen live. Once there we'll let you know what line to Skype us on. If things go well then we'll upgrade to a phone number.
Any future shows will be topic based call-ins so please feel free to join in...2010-01-2157 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 023 - Lost in 8:15Welcome once again fellow LOST buddies to a Season 6 Spoiler-Free episode of Rethinking LOST .
This week Scott & Elton are joined by Ross (Creeping with Armstrong) to discuss the recently released 'Lost in 8:15' video and compare it with the original 'Seasons 1-3 Lost in 8:15 video'.
The videos are studied to see what is still relevant, what or who's been left out, and speculate as to why. Hope you enjoy the show.
Want more LOST thoughts, why not check out the all new Things Scott Wonders about LOST blog.
Contact us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): s...2010-01-2100 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 022 - Avoiding the SpoilersAfter a day in early January where spoilers trickled into the Twitter stream (including some direct from Damon and Carlton themselves) Scott and Elton invite Anna from the Jacob's Cabin podcast to talk about just how tough the next couple of weeks may be.
It's a Season 6 Spoiler-Free episode, and it always will be... but Scott, Elton, and Anna wonder just how long they'll be able to keep dodging bullets to keep their own LOST watching experince spoiler free.
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Twitter (Anna): echobase77
Our other podcast: An A...2010-01-1800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 038 - Sometimes You Have to Go For the Feet As WellChristmas has come and gone, but Scott and Elton aren't quite done talkin' about it.
So, what year is this exactly? How'd Scott's son manage giving a gift to his crush? Should you draw fingers when playing Hangman? What new beverage does Elton refuse to try? How many partridges should you expect to get for Christmas? Whose eyelashes will be used to make up the Bombast Human? All these questions and more are answered within Episode 038.
Enjoy, and please don't hesitate to reach out to us on twitter, the main site, or via email.2010-01-1644 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 021 - Listener ThoughtsWelcome Losties to another edition of Rethinking LOST.
This week Scott and Elton dive into the electronic mail bag and pull out a couple of beauties.
A big thank you to everyone who has sent in mail or tweeted, please keep it coming as it's fantastic to see all of your thoughts as we move ever closer to the start of season 6.
A few links we hit upon.
TOMMY WESTPHALL'S MIND - A MULTIVERSE EXPLORED
http://www.thingsinoticed.com
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a...2010-01-1200 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 020 - Future Roles for LOST FemalesIn Episode 020 of Rethinking LOST, Scott and Elton turn their attention to the female cast of LOST and take a (Season 6 Spoiler-Free as always) look at what roles might await these women in the future. As promised, we do get around to talking about Ben.
We are getting your emails, and we'll be responding to many of them very soon. In the interim, feel free to send more.
Enjoy the show and have a safe and happy holiday!
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a Bombast
B...2009-12-1800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 035 - Scott's Never Had MarmiteWelcome listeners to another episode of Bombast. Why do we stick very hot food in our mouth? Why do we press buttons harder instead of changing the batteries? These are the two questions posed by Elton ............ because he does both. The guys then reminisce about the old Track n Field video game (there's a link to play it in the show notes), skip over an email, and find out Scott's house has been put up for sale.
In news, Humans are killed for fat (this story has been shot to sunshine now, tune in next episode), Placenta is rubbed into th...2009-12-1048 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 019 - Future Roles for LOST MalesIn this episode of Rethinking LOST, Scott and Elton offer a (Season 6 Spoiler-Free) look at some of the men on LOST and wonder what will be in the future might hold for these actors and their careers once LOST ends. (We didn't forget Ben - episodes 019 and 020 were originally one single episode, so you'll hear us discuss Michael Emerson toward the end of Episode 020.)
Not long to go now.
If you are new to Rethinking LOST, take some time to explore the older episodes.
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other...2009-12-0700 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 018 - The NumbersAnother Season 6 Spoiler-Free episode of Rethinking LOST brings you our analysis of THE NUMBERS.
Scott and Elton are joined by Ross from the Creeping with Armstrong podcast for a great discussion of the numbers and their place in ABC's LOST. Ross brings quite a bit to the table, including some great theories. We're proud of this episode, and we hope you enjoy it.
Be sure to dig through our earlier episodes and we welcome your feedback.
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Twitter (Ross): revoltingross
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a B...2009-11-2300 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 017 - Which LOST Character is ... Sayid?In this (Season 6 Spoiler-Free, as always) episode of Rethinking LOST, Scott and Elton do some "character analysis" - the ReThinking LOST way. We take two "Which LOST character are you?" quizzes and use them to study and test our own understanding of the characters.
You can find the quizzes we used here: http://www.seabreezecomputers.com/lost/ and http://www.brainfall.com/quizzes/which-lost-character-are-you/ .
Enjoy Episode 017. We do hope to do some more ReThinking LOST-style "character analysis" in future shows - we welcome you to join us next time. Let us know if you're interested, and please do send us s...2009-11-1000 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 016 - Lostpedia's Debunked TheoriesWelcome to another (Season 6 Spoiler-Free, as always) episode of Rethinking LOST. In Episode 16 the boys dig through the pages of Lostpedia, specifically the Debunked Theories and Persistent Rumors pages.
If you are new to ReThinking LOST, take some time to explore the older episodes. The podcast is formatted so that each episode is an independent show and they can be listened to in any order.
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a Bombast
Bedding music is a custom mix of files found @ http://incompetech.com 2009-11-0300 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 032 - Mark Your Territory HereLet's be honest, there's not a lot to this episode: it's a big chat about Twitter.
What we do learn is 'Who's favoring your tweets', 'Twitter etiquette' and '10 rules of twitter' from a guy who breaks them all and looks like Elton John. Scott reveals he has a secret Twitter account.
We then look into Hello Kitty. Why do their condoms look like lolly-pops? Did you know it was her birthday today? Did you buy her a gift?
Enjoy and please email or tweet us with feedback or stories.
Thank you.2009-10-271h 01Rethinking LOSTEpisode 015 - Theories from 2006Welcome to another edition of Rethinking LOST
In this episode Scott & Elton share a theory about Zardoz from Ross of the Creeping With Armstrong podcast. Then they turn their attention to the top 5 theories of what's going on in LOST as published on EW.com back in 2006.
Let us know your thoughts @ rethinkinglost@gmail.com
As always, this is a Season 6 Spoiler-free podcast. So listen without worry. And if you are new to ReThinking LOST, take some time to explore the older episodes. The podcast is formatted so that each episode is an independent show and they can be listened...2009-10-2000 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 030 - Be Suspicious of a Woman Who can Do Good Sound EffectsYes, the grammar in that title is atrocious, but it's got you wondering, hasn't it?
Listen in as Scott's wife, Mary Ann, takes Elton's challenge to defend all of womanity and make machine gun sounds. Scott has a puppet... and it's cute. Prisoners are getting drunk in Europe ... on hand sanitizer. And, who is Noel MacNeal. All that and more await you in Episode 30.
It's a bombast-a-palooza... so get in on it and listen to the show.2009-10-0833 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 014 - Time TravelIn Episode 14 of Rethinking LOST, Scott & Elton avoid nose bleeds, open pin holes, and quite frankly get lost in time travel.
They cover basic time travel, the Comic-Con videos, flashes and flashbacks to understand a little better one of the biggest story lines in Lost. To start we answer a couple of emails and mention Spock Video.
Then we look at Lore Sjoberg's time travel
Station 6 The Orchid
Pierre Chang Pinhole video
This episode is Season 6 Spoiler Free (as always).
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a Bombast
Bedding m...2009-10-0700 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 029 - Beware the Clown With a Manly NameScott and Elton (finally... sorry guys) get this episode released. In it you'll learn about The Fourth Kind, why Scott wishes he was Obi-Wan, why Elton thinks coulrophobes are fakers, and much more.
Would you name your son "Batman Bin Suparman"? Nor would we. Don't you think the man with the manliest name in the world should be named "Rocky" or "Rocko" or "Van" or "Vince" or "Elton"? Yeah, us too.
This sentence has five words. Pretty cool, huh? That's called an "autogram" learn about that a lots more in this week's episode.
(Sorry for the delay)
Enjoy and spread the w2009-09-2948 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 013 - Mythology EpisodesIn this weeks episode of Rethinking LOST Scott & Elton run through an article from May 2008, Lost's Most Important Mythology Episodes, which covers focuses on Mythology impacting episodes from the first four seasons of Lost.
As part of our analysis, we re-write the third season finale 'Through The Looking Glass' and fit a season five episode into the list.
This episode is Season 6 Spoiler Free (as always).
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a Bombast
Bedding music is a custom mix (by Elton) of files found @ http://incompetech.com
Enjoy.2009-09-2700 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 012 - JJ AbramsThis week Scott asks the question, should JJ Abrams be getting so much of the credit for Lost?
This is brought up after a script from Jeffrey Leiber has turned up on the Dark UFO website.
Also Anthony Spinner, former producer on The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and Baretta, is said to be suing ABC.
So who's Lost is it?
This episode is not only Season 6 Spoiler Free (as always), it's COMPLETELY Spoiler-Free! So, no matter where you are in your LOST watching, you can listen without fear.
Let us know your thoughts & talk to us:
email...2009-09-1900 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 011 - The FillersWelcome to another edition of Rethinking LOST
In this episode Scott & Elton are joined by Anna from the Jacobs Cabin Lost Podcast where we talk about the so-called 'Filler Episodes'.
Are there any fillers? If so, which ones and why?
We also talk Jacks' beard.
Let us know your thoughts @ rethinkinglost@gmail.com
A very big thank you to Anna for joining us.
As always, this is a Season 6 Spoiler-free podcast. So listen without worry. And if you are new to ReThinking LOST, take some time to explore the older episodes. The podcast is formatted so that each episode is an...2009-09-1100 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 010 - The Dead Part 4Scott and Elton spend one last episode (for now) exploring the dead characters on LOST. In part 4 they look at Matthew Abbadon, Shannon and Boone, Mr. Eko, Charlie, and John Locke.
The guys also take some time to respond to your feedback - PLEASE SEND MORE!
As always, this is a Season 6 Spoiler-free podcast. So listen without worry. And if you are new to ReThinking LOST, take some time to explore the older episodes. The podcast is formatted so that each episode is an independent show and they can be listened to in any order.
Talk to us:
email: rethinkinglost...2009-09-0400 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 009 - The Dead Part 3Scott and Elton return to continue their study of characters who have died (or so we think) on LOST. Part 3, includes a look at the lives, death scenes, and significance of Christian Shepherd, Anthony Cooper, Nikki, Paulo, Goodwin, Nathan, and more. You do know who Nathan is, don't you?
Scott also reads from a 2006 Buddy TV post which analyzes the Season 2 DVD release party and suggests it may be a sign that ABC is losing faith in LOST. (Beware of clicking the link, the margins of the site may have links and headlines for more current articles that are Season 6 Sp...2009-08-2800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 026 - Sometimes You Just Have To Take That First StepWith Elton and Scott both heading out on holiday/vacations, Scott opted to talk a little about the origins of the show and to release the mp3 "introduction/audition" he sent Elton on October 31, 2008. Isn't his fear of rejection palpable?
There are several links in the show notes - be sure to use 'em.
The boys will be back home by the time you listen to this and a new, "more traditional" episode 027 of the Bombast Podcast will be up for you before September starts.
Thank you for all your interest and support, and don't forget to contact us about c...2009-08-2331 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 008 - Where were you March 12, 2009?At the moment, both Elton and Scott are on family vacations (aka "holidays"). But don't worry, we have a special episode to share with you in our absence.
As many of you know, Scott and Elton produce another podcast, called "An Apotheosis of a Bombast." During the one week break/hiatus in the middle of Season 5, the guys devoted an entire episode that podcast to a spoiler-free discussion of LOST. It was released on the Bombast feed on March 12, 2009, (Episode 008 of that podcast, ironically) and we are pleased to be able to share it with you here, in it's entirety.
So...2009-08-2000 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 025 - Never Cross Your Phobias With Your PhiliasListen in as Elton and Scott discuss Elton's son's birthday, Scott's thoughts on Transformers 2, Formula 1 crashes, commercials, phobias and philias.
The show notes are jam packed with links.
We want to know what commercials you love/hate/remember most.2009-08-1642 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 007 - The Dead Part 2This week Scott and Elton continue to pick through the IMDB cast page for LOST and rethink the lives, deaths, and significance of the characters who have "passed on." In Part 2, we look at Carl, Alex, Danielle Rousseau, Michael, and many others.
As always, we are striving to present you a Season 6 Spoiler-free podcast. So listen without worry.
There are still many dead people to talk about (wow, that sounds cold, doesn't it?), but we will be going off on a 1 episode tangent in next week's episode. We are sure you will enjoy that episode, and don't worry - we...2009-08-1300 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 006 - The Dead Part 1This week Scott and Elton begin a (Season 6 Spoiler Free!) rethinking of characters who have died on LOST.
In the first of a multiple part study, we use the IMDB cast page for LOST and look at who's died, how they died, and how significant their characters were. There's no particular order, we just take them as we find them. Part 1 has us looking at the pilot of 815 (Greg Grunberg again!), the marshall, Sun's love interest, and Montand (among others).
We also take a moment to respond to an audio comment from Anthony (aka @oriSTUDFARM), co-host of the Scutter Cast. I...2009-08-0600 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 005 - 2004 First ImpressionsWho is Greg Grunberg?
In this episode we talk about questions the posed about and around the pilot episode at the Ain't it Cool News website by their correspondant, "Hercules." (be careful, accessing the main AICN site, at www.aintitcool.com, may lead to Season 6 spoilers, but the links provided below are SPOILER-FREE)
Lost 1.1 FAQ from 24th July 2004
Interview with Damon Lindelof from 21st August 2004 (did he really just say something else would be crashing on the island?)
We also look back at Entertainment Weekly's first impressions of the main characters from 5th October 2004: some good, some not so good.
T...2009-07-3000 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 023 - Don't Go Swimming Alone In a Vat of ChocolateScott phones Elton from an undisclosed location (it's Gilford, New Hampshire) and the boys talk about lake monsters, life on Venus, ways to die, and much more.
Scott tells Elton about the addictinggames.com website, and Elton laments the time he wasted playing Citadel.
Lots of links in the show notes - check 'em out. Please give a listen to our new (spoiler free for Season 6) podcast about the TV show LOST: ReThinking Lost.
Email, feedback, and ITunes reviews ALWAYS welcome.2009-07-2743 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 004 - Our Own Loose Ends
Welcome to another Rethinking LOST
This episode Scott & Elton look at some of their own loose ends that they would like tied up which include Henry Gale, Aaron and Radzinsky.
Their heads are then turned to an article of 'Top 5 Predictions for Season 5' from buddytv.com
Thank you to everyone for your great feedback.
Send us some feedback or theories, old or new, by email or follow us on twitter:
email: rethinkinglost at gmail.com
Twitter (Elton): eltonmcmanus
Twitter (Scott): shc1970
Our other podcast: An Apotheosis of a Bombast
Bedding music can be found @ http://incompetech.com
Enjoy. 2009-07-2200 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 003 - Lost Loose Ends Part 3Elton and Scott finish their rethinking of IGN's Top 50 Lost Loose Ends, covering numbers 19-1. The boys continue to compare their own conclusions to IGN's own pre-Season 5 rethink.
In this, our third show, we take a look at:
IGN's Top 50 Lost Loose Ends (from November 2006) Numbers 19 - 1 and give our thoughts on which of these have been resolved and which remain loose ends.
IGN's Rethinking of their Top 50 Loose End list (from December 2008)
The first 30 items on the list were examined in Episodes 001 and 002. Check back next week as Scott and Elton take a "second look" at some old predictions.
Se...2009-07-1500 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 022 - Make Your Last Picture A Good OneDisclaimer: the first 59 seconds of this episode are some of the most intense you'll ever hear on the internet - and of course, they have absolutely nothing to do with the rest of the show.
Elton and Scott invite Boz from the Here Goes Nothing podcast for a Skype chat about Transformers 2 and Guitar Hero. South Park and a Transformer fan-made movie are referenced: links to full videos are in the show notes.
Scott introduces Elton to a list of 10 Amazing Last Pictures from Listverse.com.
By the way, the boys have started a new podcast about the TV show...2009-07-1046 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 002 - Lost Loose Ends Part 2Continuing on from last week, Scott and Elton discuss IGN's Top 50 Lost Loose Ends Numbers 39-20. Our second show takes a look at The Black Rock, Libby and Christian Shepards body, and more.
Some links you will want to check out:
IGN's Top 50 Lost Loose Ends (from November 2006) Numbers 39 - 20 and give our thoughts on which of these have been resolved and which remain loose ends.
Scott found IGN's own pre-Season 5 rethink (from December 2008) of this list and the boys compare their own thoughts to IGN's.
The first part of the Top 50 was examined in Episode 001, and the remaining items w...2009-07-0800 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 021 - Kids, Wear Your SeatbeltsElton and Scott move their discussion of conspiracy theories overseas.
The boys discuss laced bubble gum in the Middle East, Global Warming, the deaths of Lady Di and Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr's rejection of his fans, cloning, our reptilian overlords, and the assassination of JFK, among other things.
As always, please check out the show notes and send us feedback.
Peace and love, peace and love.2009-07-0350 minRethinking LOSTEpisode 001 - Lost Loose Ends Part 1Welcome to the first episode of Rethinking LOST.
For our first show we take a look at:
IGN's Top 50 Lost Loose Ends (from November 2006) Numbers 50 - 40 and give our thoughts on which of these have been resolved and which remain loose ends. The rest of the Top 50 will be examined in episodes 002 and 003.
There are kinks to be worked out, but we're excited to offer a fresh perspective on one of our favorite TV shows. Give us a listen, and we hope you enjoy the show.
Send us some feedback by email or follow us on twitter:
email: rethinkinglost at...2009-07-0200 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 020 - Always Double Check Google MapsElton and Scott bounce back from a sub-par show with a great discussion of conspiracy theories (oooooooh).
It's so good, that they decide to schedule a few more for episode 21, but let's not get ahead of ourselves here... dig in and enjoy the analysis of the Moon Landing, Roswell, 9/11, and pregnant Englishmen.
Much, much, much info in the show notes... check it out. Great links that reinforce what we talk about.2009-06-2849 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 018 - Sometimes a Sword is Just a SwordBlakey Bizz of joins Scott and Elton on this episode of the Bombast Podcast. Topics include the (over)use of the word "pet" and Scott used the mystic art of Kokology to get Elton and Blakey to reveal intimate bits about themselves.
Elton went to watch the Cheese Rolling, and we learn that he once was the victim of a drive-by psychic reading.
Be sure to send us an email at bombastpodcast @ gmail.com or follow us on twitter. Check out the show notes - they're there for you.2009-06-1553 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 017 - Keep Fish Away From Your PrivatesHere is the episode that oh so nearly didn't make it after Elton's computer decided to die, but onwards to our show.
Elton's son (Jacob) brakes his arm & Scott tried to have a dinner party.
We talk about the Eurovision Song Contest and Elton gets a picture of a mobility scooter in the road.
In the news stories a giant Catfish named The Goonch has been found & a14 year old boy and a fish have a coming together......ouch!
We finish off with a web site Kids-In-Mind.
Thanks for listening. Drop us some feedback at bombastpodcast@gmail.com or leave a...2009-06-041h 06An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 016 - No Piece of Cheese is Worth 1.10On Episode 16 of AoaB we talk Captchas, Elton lives to tell the tail of the falling bed & Scott is conned for cheese.
oh, Scott also saw a certian movie at the flicks........ can you guess what one?
In News the oldest lady in the world dies, the Japanese kneel at the throne and we discover where to aim while peeing.
We dive into the CO.CC website. Scott tests Elton's knowledge of movie lines.
To finish we have a great audio comment from the one and only Boz.2009-05-221h 03An Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 014 - It's Elton's BirthdayIt's the 14th episode of "An Apotheosis of a Bombast."
This episode includes weird news of divorces, dying donkeys, supermen, and surviving nuclear explosions.
Elton found some cool games on the net, and Scott found a site full of lists "that go up to 11."
Scott and Elton find out what it truly means to be "free range" - and it scares them.
Oh, and did we mention it's Elton's birthday?
You know where to find us - hit us up with some feedback.2009-05-0245 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 012 - The Easter Egg HuntHere is a special Easter Egg Hunt episode of "An Apotheosis of a
Bombast."
Elton and Scott challenge you to answer 12 questions. Find the
answers (aka "Easter Eggs") and send them to us. The questions are
posted in the show notes on the podcast website. A special guest makes
a brief appearance to discuss Godzilla and wonders whether a nerd
really would want to bend over and be a hurdle for a track guy.
Check the show notes, visit the sites, and hit us up with some feedback
please!2009-04-1121 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 009 - Don't Throw Away Your Star Wars ToysHere is the ninth episode of "An Apotheosis of a Bombast."
In yet another themed episode, Elton and Scott discuss the act of passing on stuff to your kids.
Beyond the obvious (star wars toys), Elton and Scott discuss music, sports fandom, comic books, and other McManus/Copperman "heirlooms."
You can also hear about Elton's plans to see the Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling and help Scott decide whether or not to bring his son to the Kaiju Big Battel.
Visit the sites of our friends and our own blogs, and hit us up with some feedback. We'd love to hear about...2009-03-2255 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 008 - D.W.T.L.T.G.B.I.T.S.Y.C.G.B.Y.Here is the eighth episode of "An Apotheosis of a Bombast."
By the way, "D.W.T.L.T.G.B.I.T.S.Y.C.G.B.Y." stands for Don't Wait Too Long To Go Back In Time So You Can Go Back Young."
This episode is all about the TV show LOST. ABC took a week off, so Elton and Scott decided to fill in the gap. (be sure you listen to the final minute where you can catch a revealing glimpse of Elton and Scott when they think the mic is "off").
Visit the sites of ou...2009-03-1253 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 007 - Don't Freeze Simon CowellHere is the seventh episode of "An Apotheosis of a Bombast."
This episode includes a discussion of idiots growing drugs on YouTube, some of the most amazing art you'll ever see, and Scott and Elton discuss cryogenics and the freezing of celebrities.
Elton astutely wonders "what have we stumbled upon here?" as they explore the website belonging to Alcor Life Extension and learn how an attempt to regulate the cryogenics industry was abandonded because of death threats against the legislator who sponsored the bill. Alcor Life Extension needs a new CEO... why? what happned to the old one? And where i...2009-03-0349 minAn Apotheosis of a BombastEpisode 001 - Don't Drive Home in Them ScootersThe first episode of "An Apotheosis of a Bombast."
Listen in as Elton and Scott get their podcast off the ground.
Segments include "how we met," "life on Mars," "the UFO that took out a turbine," "Lore Sjoberg - inspiration," "10 names considered for this podcast."2009-01-2245 min