Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #352: Peter Parker Party

 *SPOILER ALERT!* After the events in Far From Home, Peter Parker has found himself with a huge pile of trouble. But when he goes to Stephen Strange for help, that trouble grows into a multi-universal catastrophe and Peter finds himself getting help from the most unexpected places. 

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #351: Friends, Foes, and Flux


 

When the fate of the literal universe is at stake, there is only one person who can save the day, the Doctor! Sometime even more than one ;-) Join us as we take a look at Jodie Whittaker's final full series before she departs the TARDIS forever. We analyze the new additions to the lore and speculate what might happen when we get a new Doctor next year. Plus some news, your feedback, and some housekeeping.

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NEWS

Anne Rice dead at 80

Monkees Mike Nesmith dead at 78

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore trailer

2022 Golden Globe nominations

Doctor Who license with Big Finish extended through 2030

Gold Standard Patreon for December 2021: Michael Clayton

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #350: Happy Birthday Uncle Walt!

We've reached 350 episodes! And in celebration we're celebrating the life of the man who helped change the face of modern entertainment, Walt Disney. How much do you think you know about Walt and his story? Plus the news, which sends us down a Google rabbit hole; and your feedback, which sends us into a few tangents.


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NEWS

Across The Spider-Verse: Part 1 trailer

Return to Hogwarts 20th Anniversary special trailer

 

RESOURCES

Biography - Walt Disney

Walt Disney on The Jack Benny Hour, 1965

Walt Disney: Architect of Dreams

-https://biographics.org/walt-disney-architect-of-dreams/ 

Walt Disney Hometown Museum in Marceline, MO

-Rachel’s trip to Marceline

Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, CA


1959 Tonight Walt Disney interview

Walt Disney’s Tour of Disneyland

Walt Disney on the making of Snow White: CBC Archives

Walt Disney Praising His Big Brother Roy

Walt Disney’s Opening Day Dedication Speech at Disneyland 1955

Jim Henson vs Stan Lee. Epic Rap Battles of History

 

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #349: Tale As Old As Time

This week we invite you to be our guest as we take a look at the history of the franchise of Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast'. From the theme parks to Broadway, this tale as old as time has made its mark on pop culture around the world. Plus some news, your feedback, and housekeeping.


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NEWS

Stephen Sondheim, the Broadway legend, has died at 91

New episode of Gold Standard: The Sound of Music

Book club update

 

RESOURCES

The Ballad of Belle & The Story of Beauty and the Beast

Therapist Reacts to Beauty & The Beast (animated)

Shelley Duvall’s Faerie Tale Theatre: Beauty and the Beast

The History of Beauty & the Beast | Fairy Tales with Jen

The Changing Versions of Beauty & the Beast (from fable to cocteau to Disney)

 

 

 

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #348: Senor Spielbergo

He's considered one of the greatest movie directors of his generation, a multiple award winner, and the grandfather of the "summer blockbuster". And in celebration of his upcoming 75th birthday, we are doing a deep dive into the life and career of Steven Spielberg. What is your favorite Spielberg production? Plus fandom news, your feedback, and some housekeeping!

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NEWS

Spider-Man No Way Home trailer

Disney Parks announcements from Destination D

Rachel on Set Lusting Bruce

 

RESOURCES

Mr Burns hired Senor Spielbergo

60 Minutes: Steven Spielberg interview on Directing (1992)

Steven Spielberg vs Alfred Hitchcock. Epic Rap Battles of History

Michael Jackson - Liberian Girl

Steven Spielberg wins Best Directing: 1994 Oscars

SNL Digital Short: Laser Cats 7 - Saturday Night Live

Steven Spielberg - Director & Producer Mini Bio

Steven Spielberg gives a tour of Universal Studios

Steven Spielberg on the ‘Jaws’ shark - The Dick Cavett Show (July 1st, 1981)

Steven Spielberg Academy of Achievement speech

BBC Radio 1 “It belongs in a museum!” Steven Spielberg on Jurassic Park, ET and his greatest movie memento

10 tips from Steven Spielberg for Screenwriters and Filmmakers

Spielberg’s Story: The Life and Career of Steven Spielberg

 


Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #347: Eternal-y

SPOILER ALERT! Join us as we take a look at the 26th cinematic entry in the MCU, Eternals. Bringing in these characters opens up a whole new universe (pun intended!) of stories, including some mind-breaking revelations. Plus some news that sends us on a few tangents, and your feedback that sends us down a rabbit hole. 

 

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NEWS

Dean Stockwell, Actor Known for ‘Quantum Leap,’ ‘Blue Velvet’ and ‘Married to the Mob,’ Dies at 85

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses trailer

Disney+ Day announcements

Gold Standard #37: My Fair Lady

 

RESOURCES

Eternals Post Credit Scene and Secret Cameo Scenes explained

Eternals full breakdown, Marvel Phase 4 Easter Eggs and Things you missed

 

 

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #346: Mystery Actor Archive Vol 15

We're back again with pulling names out of the proverbial hat! This time we're looking into the careers of two celebrities. Which box office juggernaut holds a Guinness World Record as the world's highest-grossing actor? And which TV and film star rose to prominence in an ITV historical series after replacing a future Doctor Who star? Plus your feedback, some tangents, and several giggles. 

 


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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #345: Ka-Chow

Time to hit the mother road and mosey on down to Radiator Springs. Join us along with Lightning McQueen, Mater, Sally, and the rest of the gang as we take a look at the Pixar Cars franchise. From the feature films to the theme park attractions (and food in cones!) we discuss why this franchise is more than a toy cash grab. Plus some news and housekeeping! 


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NEWS

Book of Boba Fett trailer

Lightyear trailer


RESOURCES

Film Theory: The Cars in The Cars Movie AREN’T CARS!

Meet the Voices Behind Cars

 

 

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #344: Mazes and Monsters

 
*Content Warning, not for young ears! CW: mentions of drug use, child abuse, and suicide

In the post-Vietnam era, the United States was seeing a major cultural change. This included a surge of conservative ideals and concern about anything that might expose children to anything considered "demonic". This "Satanic Panic" would have ripple effects across many avenues including popular culture. We take a look at some of the events that made headlines, along with the made-for-TV film that was loosely "inspired" by one of them. 
 

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NEWS

Peter Scolari, Emmy-Winning ‘Bosom Buddies’ Actor, Dies at 66

 

RESOURCES

Wired Magazine (2008) Dungeon Master: The Life and Legacy of Gary Gygax

NY Times (1982) TV: Mazes and Monsters, Fantasy

Dungeons & Dragons: Satanic Panic | Retro Report (2016)

Skeptical Inquirer (1994) The Attacks on Role Playing Games

Polygon (2021) How a pending lawsuit changed the original Dungeons & Dragons Basic Set

The Disappearance of James Dallas Egbert III

The State News (1979)

Understanding the Satanic Panic | Prism of the Past

The Controversial History of Dungeons & Dragons

Tim Kask on TSR #4: The Steam Tunnel Incident

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford: Demonizing Dungeons & Dragons

Could Dungeons and Dragons Help Fight Screen Addiction? | Retro Report on PBS

Is Dungeons & Dragons Evil? 60 Minutes 1985 Special

The Satanic Panic of the 1980’s vs Dungeons and Dragons

The Spoony Experiment review of Mazes & Monsters

 

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #343: We Scare Because We Care

Beware! This week's episode contains MONSTERS that might make you scream....with LAUGHTER! Join us as we travel to the world of Monstropolis with Mike, Sulley, and the rest of the Monsters, Inc gang. Plus the news, your feedback, and some housekeeping.

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NEWS

Disney movie delays

Doctor Who: Flux trailer

New episode of Gold Standard: The Oscars Podcast

Episode #35 Lawrence of Arabia

October Patreon Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (with Holly)

Rachel at Hammond Public Library Fan Fest

 

RESOURCES

Rune Cast Dice

What If Boo Grew Up? (Monsters, Inc. 2)

 


Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #342: What If...?

 

Time. Space. Reality. It's more than a linear path. It's a prism of endless possibility, where a single choice can branch out into infinite realities, creating alternate worlds from the ones you know. Join us this week and ponder the question... "What if?" the latest Marvel series on Disney+ Plus just a little bit of news and your feedback.

 



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NEWS

Doctor Who returns this Halloween

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #341: Happy Birthday to the Most Magical Place on Earth

 
On October 1, 1971 the landscape of central Florida and tourism attractions changed forever with the opening of the Walt Disney World Resort. Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the resort's opening, taking a look at the history and what's to come in the future. Plus some housekeeping and your feedback.
 

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NEWS

New episode of Gold Standard: West Side Story

Book Club update


RESOURCES

Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary Celebration

Disney World Florida Opens Next Friday: The Times-News, Hendersonville, NC Sept 27, 1971

Global Attractions Attendance Report 2018

Building Walt Disney World

The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World 1971 TV Special

Walt Disney World: A Dream Come True (1986)

Magic Kingdom opening day attractions

History of Disney World Tickets

 

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #340: Igniting The Fire Part 6 (1954)

Roy Cohn, Juan Peron, Toscanini, Dacron, Dien Bien Phu falls, Rock Around The Clock! We're back with our history lesson courtesy of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start The Fire", this time with the year 1954. Also, Rachel gives a quick recap of her recent visit to the American HorrorPlex. Plus the news, your feedback, and some housekeeping.

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NEWS

Chris Pratt to star in upcoming animated Super Mario Brothers film

Gaming Historian “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”

The Orville Season 3: New Horizons announcement

The Crown Season 5 coming November 2022

The Sandman First Look

RTD to return as Doctor Who showrunner

 

RESOURCES

Roy Cohn interview 1951

Nathan Lane as Roy Cohn

US Senator Joseph McCarthy and Counsel Roy Cohn at Senate hearing on ‘Army Signal’

Time Magazine 1954 ‘The Self-Inflated Target’


Evita and Juan Peron: Argentina’s Power Couple

Juan Peron Passes - 1974 | Today In History | 1 July


Toscanini destroys a bass section

Arturo Toscanini “The Maestro Revisited” (1967)

Arturo Toscanini and the New York and Vienna Philharmonics

The 80th Anniversary of the First NBC Symphony Broadcasts presented by Seth Winner and Harvey Sachs


Industry On Parade: Cushman Scooters, Dacron Synthetic Fiber, Maytag Appliances

1950s Dacron Commercial

Old Levi's Commercial - Now With Dacron Polyester

Dacron: the eco-friendly fibre made from recycled plastic bottles


Fall of Dien Bien Phu

The Battle of Dien Bien Phu (ft. Overly Sarcastic Productions) | Animated History

Dien Bien Phu documentary

French Involvement In Vietnam & Dien Bien Phu


Bill Haley & The Comets (mini documentary)