Remember the days when you would wake up at 6:00 on a Saturday morning, grab a giant bowl of cereal, and plop onto the couch where you would watch cartoons for the next four hours? As a kid, those were the best days. Saturday mornings were yours, and nobody was going to take them away from you. Until they did…On this week's episode of Stolendroids Podcast, we reminisce about the days when it was okay for a kid to watch hours and hours of television. We remember the memory and mourn the loss of the Saturday morning cartoon and all that went with it. The sugar cereal. The amazing commercials. The freedom from having to worry about doing your chores for just a few hours. Saturday mornings were the best!What were some of your favorite Saturday morning cartoons? Did you have any that you just had to watch? And did you have any Saturday morning cartoon rituals? Let us know in the comments or through social media! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Can you believe that it's been 30 years since Disney released their masterpiece, Beauty and the Beast? Well, it has. And despite its age, the film still holds up quite nicely. In fact, some would even say that out of the entire Disney animated library, it is one of their best. And don't we deserve the best? We're a few hosts down this week, but Craig Price joins us to help celebrate three decades of that tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast. Listen as we discuss our memories of this Disney classic, what makes it so good, and how Marlee is so very, very young. After you're done listing to this episode, be sure to check out Craig's shows: Matinee Heroes and Matinee Heroes Presents Castoff! And don't forget to let us know what you think! We want you to let us know your thoughts and feelings about Beauty and the Beast. Where do you think it ranks in comparison with other Disney films? Let us know in the comments, or send us a message via social media. And if you enjoyed Craig's wit and wisdom, we're happy to announce that he has joined the Stolendroids family! He will be producing a weekly show that recaps the week in geek. He will also be joining us for Utah Remote Con 2 in May. Be sure to stay tuned for more information on both of these exciting developments!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A Tale As Old As Time Turns 30

With an original release date of May 1, 2020, Black Widow became one of the first summer blockbusters to change its release schedule due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. With the closure of movie theaters worldwide, the highly anticipated film was moved to a November release date, pushing back Marvel's Eternals until 2021.  But with the world still in an upheaval that September, there were rumors that Disney was considering rescheduling Black Widow again. These rumors proved true when Disney announced that the film's new release date would be May 7, 2021. Unfortunately, this new relate date not only delayed Marvel's Eternals again, but it also pushed back the release of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Despite its previous delays, Disney said that Black Widow would still debut in theaters. However, at the time, there were reports that the film would instead be released on Disney+. Ultimately, both were proven true in late March when Disney announced that the film would be released in theaters and on Disney+ (with Premiere Access) on July 9, 2021. So now the question is: will Black Widow actually be shown in theaters? The odds are looking better than they did last year, but I guess we'll have to wait and see. But if it only premieres on Disney+, will you still be excited to see it? Come to think of it, are you even as interested in watching it after more than a year of delays? And are you still as excited about the MCU's future as you were pre-pandemic? How do you think that Marvel and Disney should continue to develop the MCU? Listen as we discuss these things and more on this week's episode of Stolendroids Podcast, and then let us know what you think! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's Up With Black Widow?

Someone once said that WandaVision is one of those shows where you either love it, you hate it, or you fall someplace in between. So it's like most television shows. But the difference with WandaVision is that most people seem to be on either end of the spectrum, with not a lot going on in the middle. It's a show that doesn't generate much apathy from viewers. While it succeeds in invoking viewers' emotions weekly, fans remain on the edge of their seats waiting to see what will happen next, while haters take to the Internet to rage about what they just witnessed.So now that the final episode has aired, what does the Stolendroids crew think about the show? Which fan theories did they want to see turn out to be true, and which plot twists left them feeling as dead inside as Tommy and Billy's dog, Sparky? The gang is all here for this special live edition of Stolendroids Podcast. If you missed our live stream, here is your chance to catch up on all of the chaotic magic. Spoilers abound, but so does the fun! Sit back and enjoy the show, then be sure to let us know what you thought of WandaVision! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the First Season of WandaVision...

Welcome to March! The month of college basketball tournament brackets and office betting pools. The month when nobody judges you for taking time off work to stay home and watch sports for days. But why should sports fans be the only ones to have fun with brackets? The answer is that they shouldn't, so we came up with one of our own. Well, we didn't come up with it. We actually found one on the Internet, but you get my point... Anyway, to kick off Marvelous March, we ask the question, "who should have the Infinity Gauntlet?" We know who shouldn't have it. **cough** Thanos **cough** But if somebody should take possession of the thing that removed half of humanity from existence, who would you want that person to be? Listen as things get messy while our panel tries to determine who is worthy to wield all of the Infinity Stones. Sure, the rules may keep changing, and there may be some "fatal" flaws with the brackets, but Jake gets to make top-tier dad jokes which makes it all worth it. Once you're done listening to how our bracket ended up, let us know how yours would have differed. Leave us a message through social media! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marvel Madness

Of everything that has been discussed on Stolendroids Podcast over the years, I never would have thought that we would do an entire show on Britney Spears. Yes, you read that right, and no, this isn't April Fool's Day.With the New York Times Presents episode "Framing Britney Spears" captivating viewers everywhere, it was decided that it was something that our panelists needed to discuss. While it's surprising that we are talking about Britney Spears, the show prompts some serious discussion that is always applicable. For those unfamiliar with it, "Framing Britney Spears" discusses the pop star's rise to fame. But what goes up must come down, and the show goes into great detail surrounding her mental health issues, run-ins with the paparazzi, and ultimate downfall. We also learn what prompted the conservatorship that she has been living under since 2008. And if you haven't heard about it yet, it is the conservatorship that has sparked the fan-driven #FreeBritney movement.Have you had a chance to watch "Framing Britney Spears" yet? If so, what are your thoughts on her current situation? Let us know through social media or in the comments below! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#FreeBritney

Do you remember the before times when you could basically go anywhere you wanted with anybody? We do. We also realize that it's been about a year since COVID-19 sent people into a full-blown quarantine situation eliminating this possibility for people on a global scale.At the time, it was expected that quarantines would last for a few weeks, and then life would return to normal. Obviously, that hasn't been the case as we've seen our way of life disappear and become what is referred to as "the new normal."Unfortunately for many, this new normal involves isolation, frustration, and despair. And since it's been a year, we wanted to do a quick check-in. How has the quarantine impacted our panelists? How have they adjusted to the new normal? And most importantly, how have they avoided going insane? Well, more than they already are…So take a break from the monotony of the new normal and enjoy this week's episode. And be sure to let us know how you've survived the pandemic. What have you been doing during this time in hopes of retaining your sanity? We would love to hear from you, so hit us up on social media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Great Quarantine Catch Up

Due to some seriously inclement weather at the Stolendroids Texas Chapter, we're digging into the archives for this week's episode of Stolendroids Podcast. No, this isn't going to be a rerun of a previous episode. But if you missed it during Utah Remote-Con, now is your chance to listen to "Collin's The Rise of Skywalker Panel" in all its podcast glory. Now sit back and enjoy as Collin does the equivalent of herding a bunch of loth-cats.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Collin's THE RISE OF SKYWALKER Panel

In 2017, Wonder Woman, a film that had been stuck in development since 1996, finally exploded into theaters. The wait was worth it as the film went on to earn more than $820 million at the box office. Additionally, it showed that a female-led superhero movie with a good script could be entertaining and successful. Considering the overall success that the film enjoyed, a sequel was inevitable. That sequel came out in December 2020. With simultaneous releases to the home streaming market and theaters, Warner Bros. did all they could to ensure that fans were actually able to see Wonder Woman 1984. Unfortunately, like with so many other DC superhero movies, they missed the mark with certain things. The special effects and story immediately come to mind.While Wonder Woman 1984 could have been so much more, it wasn't "Martha" bad. Listen as we discuss what was both good and not so good, about WW84 then let us know your thoughts. Are we being too harsh? Not harsh enough? Let us know in the comments below, or send us a message through social media!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WONDER WOMAN 1984 Brings Much "Meh..."

Do you remember the before times when people would leave their homes to do things other than going to work or get food? How people went to dinner with friends or even to the movies? Well, it seems that those times are gone, at least for the present. But what about those movies that people still want to watch? Or those that filmmakers want to produce? If people no longer go out to see movies, then what is the future of the movie-going experience?The popularity of streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+ may hold that answer.Nobody can argue that world-wide COVID-19 quarantines haven't been made easier for those who watch movies. And it was only a matter of time before movie studios, such as Disney with Mulan and Warner Bros. with Wonder Woman 1984, figured out how to not lose everything on films by simultaneously releasing them in theaters and on streaming platforms. But is how we will continue to watch new-release blockbuster movies? Listen as we talk about what we liked and what we didn't with some of the more notable big-budget films that premiered on streaming services. We also make a few predictions as to what movie fans can expect when it comes to "going to the movies." And once you have finished listening, let us know your thoughts. Do you like how things are now, or do you just really want to go and see a summer blockbuster in the theater? Tell us in the comments below, or message us on social media!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Let's Not Go to the Movies

When Dungeons & Dragons was first published in 1974, the 1,000-print run sold out in the first year. The adventure game continued to gain popularity throughout the 1980s until it came under an extraordinary assault from groups who feared that it promoted devil worship and witchcraft. Like so many other pop-culture controversies of the past, these claims were found mostly to be without merit. But enough parents had heard the news reports, and the damage was done. Those who played D&D and other tabletop role-playing games were ostracized. Doomed to spend Friday nights in their parents' basement battling orcs and trolls. Over time, the moral panic over Dungeons & Dragons shifted to other things, including movies and especially video games and RPGs began to enjoy a resurgence.  Fast forward to today, and people from all walks of life can be found playing tabletop role-playing games to escape the high-stress world in which we live. Add a global pandemic and the ability to play these games remotely into the mix, and you have a recipe for an RPG renaissance, which is what's happening. And that brings us to our first Stolendroids Podcast episode of 2021. Listen as we discuss our experiences with tabletop role-playing games. We also get into what some of the different game systems are and why we believe TTRPGs are seeing such a surge in popularity. And you know that we're going to talk about the newest addition to the Stolendroids family, The Lettuce Inn, as new Game Master Erika joins the conversation.So give the episode a listen, and then let us know what you think. We also want to know what your experiences with role-playing games are. Message us with your thoughts on social media!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ready, Set, Roll!

In 1978, hot on the heels of Star Wars, fans received their first spin-off. Set between the events of the original film and The Empire Strikes Back, the Star Wars Holiday Special somehow managed to reunite the main cast for a television special. But since the year was 1978 and TV variety shows were all the rage, they were joined by the likes of Bea Arthur, Art Carney, Diahann Carroll, and Harvey Korman. The plot of the special was simple: Han Solo and Chewbacca are on their way to Kashyyk to celebrate Life Day with Chewbacca's family. While en route, they encounter the Empire, and misfortune ensues. Also, songs are sung, we learn that Chewie's dad has a thing for Diahann Carroll, Boba Fett makes his first appearance, and other stuff happens. Just go watch it if you have never seen it. You will regret it, but you really should if you're a Star Wars fan. Anyway, the original Star Wars Holiday Special is such a hot mess that it's been buried in the dustbin of history for more than four decades. Enter The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special. It's possible that the only reason that The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special was made is to erase the Star Wars Holiday Special from the memories of anyone who may have seen it. But here's the kicker, that may actually happen. Will it become a Life Day classic? Does it surpass the original? Listen as our panelists discuss their thoughts on this new iteration, then share your thoughts with us via social media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special Miracle

Remember when Yoda said, "Begun, the Console War has" at the end of Attack of the Clones? Or maybe it was something about the Clone War. I don't quite remember. Anyway, with Sony and Microsoft both recently releasing their next-gen consoles, the debate of which is better: Xbox or PlayStation has new fuel added to the fire. Of course, many gamers will say that PC is the Master Race, but I digress. In this week's episode of Stolendroids Podcast, our panelists discuss their recent console purchases. Find out who bought what and why they chose what they did. They also discuss some of the pros and cons of the different consoles, what games they are looking forward to, and the hits and misses from the previous generation of gaming consoles. But that's not all! To help turn the fun up to 11, we have not one, not two, but three special guests! Listen now to find out who they are but be warned; entertainment lies ahead. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Next-Gen Console Wars Begin Now

Every four years, citizens in the United States go through the time-honored tradition of selecting who will be our next Overlord, I mean President. And every four years, these contests become more and more heated as the margins of victory grow tighter and tighter. In fact, as time has passed, election season has started to resemble something from a young adult dystopian novel. But we're not here to talk politics, or are we?In this week's episode of Stolendroids Podcast, our panelists take advantage of the timely presidential elections by discussing their favorite fictional presidents. Not only are those who have held the highest office in the land talked about at length, but they also talk about those whom they would like to see become President of their respective imaginary universes.Who was missed? Who would you have put on the list of best and worst fictional President? Let us know on social media! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fictional Presidents

In this episode, Zach is back! And in addition to the rest of our panel, we're joined by Tracy from Movies That Make Us. Listen as we discuss some of our favorite Halloween movies, TV shows, and... other things. We go from horror to cute and fun and just slightly spooky. What are some of your favorite movies and other Halloween traditions? Let us know in the comments below, or send us a message on social media! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our Favorite Halloween Movies

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