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Alone at the TableEp. 11 - Marvel Cinematic Universe DiscussionIn this episode of Alone at the Table, Luke and Nick have a discussion about the characters of the MCU and the themes therein. This episode is part of a series on franchise conclusions. Enjoy your listen!2020-01-241h 47Alone at the TableEp. 10 - Game of Thrones Series DiscussionNick and special guest host, Kris, discuss the television series Game of Thrones focusing on the family themes of the main characters and the arcs of their stories therein. Its a fun discussion and they both feel favorably about season 8! Uh oh!!!2020-01-131h 24Alone at the TableEp. 9 - The Skywalker Saga DiscussionOn this first episode of season 2, Luke and Nick take a broad look at the entire Skywalker saga by looking at the themes and motifs that connect the individual movies and each trilogy. In addition, they take some time to appreciate what makes this saga of films great and why it has pervaded popular culture for the past 40 years.2020-01-061h 48Alone at the TableEp 8 - Top 10 of the Decade ListYou've heard your favorite podcasts do it. Now, you can hear us do it! Join in as Nick and Luke rank their top 10 films of the decade (2010 - 2019). It's bound to get heated!2019-12-2359 minAlone at the TableEp. 7 - Almost Famous & the Rock n' Roll Coming of Age Tale In this episode, Nick and Luke discuss the film Almost Famous and the universal nature of its coming of age story in the context of its rock n' roll backdrop. Join them as they discuss sibling dynamics, soundtracks, and the unforgivable treatment of Hollywood towards Billy Crudup. This one is more cordial than the last. We promise! 2019-06-2141 minAlone at the TableEp. 3 - Toy Story 3 & the Holocaust...? (UGH) In this episode of Alone at the Table, Nick and Luke discuss the theory that Toy Story 3 is a secret holocaust movie *heavy sigh*. Join them as they review the theories and try and make sense of them. Along the way they will have a discussion about Pixar films and the recent John Lasseter situation. 2019-06-2149 minAlone at the TableEp. 2 - Titanic & the Imaginary Jack Dawson On this episode of Alone at the Table, Luke and Nick discuss two theories associated with the film Titanic. First they will discuss the theory that Jack Dawson is a time traveler then they will pour over the evidence and consider whether Jack was simply a figment of Rose's imagination. 2019-06-2153 minAlone at the TableEp. 6 - La La Land & the Problem(?) of the Postmodern Musical In this episode of Alone at the Table, Luke and Nick discuss (shout) the film La La Land and the pros and cons of its postmodern take on the movie musical. Come dive in as they discuss topics such as homage, being pretentious, and the insatiable likability of Ryan Gosling. This one is going to get heated. 2019-06-2153 minAlone at the TableEp. 1 - The Dark Knight & the War on TerrorOn the inaugural episode of Alone at the Table, Luke and Nick discuss the theory that The Dark Knight is really about The War on Terror. They will discuss the films use of surveillance, torture and fear as a weapon. Is there enough evidence in the film to support this theory? Find out in episode 1 of Alone at the Table.2019-06-211h 18Alone at the TableEp. 5 - The Prestige & the Magic of Film MakingAre you listening closely? In this episode of Alone at the Table, Nick and Luke discuss the theory that Christopher Nolan's, The Prestige, is really about film making. Listen as they discuss the 3-act structure, method acting, Michael Caine, and so much more. Does this theory hold up or is it all an illusion? Listen hear for more!2019-06-2055 minAlone at the TableEp. 4 - Labyrinth & Getting Lost in Puberty In this episode, Luke and Nick discuss the theory that the Henson classic, Labyrinth, is actually about a young girl going through puberty. This episode also features special guest host, Mikayla. They will talk the meaning of color, the symbolism of lipstick and orbs, and so much more. Tune in to hear more! 2019-06-2052 min