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Insights Into Tomorrow: Episode 22 ”No More Yesterdays”

Are we standing at a crossroad where history threatens to repeat itself? Join us, Joseph and Michelle Whalen, as we journey into the eerie similarities and jarring differences between the ideologies of nationalism and anti-Semitism that marked the Nazi era and the politics of our modern world. We explore how economic turbulence and exclusion ideologies have in both instances fueled nationalist sentiments and encouraged scapegoating of minorities. However, we find hope in today’s heightened public awareness and education about the perils of such extreme ideologies. Continue reading Insights Into Tomorrow: Episode 22 ”No More Yesterdays”

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Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 152 ”Gaming’s Best and Bleakest of 2023”

Prepare to embark on a gripping journey through the riveting world of gaming! We’ve got a spectacular lineup with detailed insights into the Game of the Year nominations, including the renowned Zelda games – Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild. As we navigate these contrasting worlds, we’ll explore the unique gameplay mechanics that set them apart and discuss why Nintendo games continuously captivate audiences of all ages. But who will take home the coveted award? Continue reading Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 152 ”Gaming’s Best and Bleakest of 2023”

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Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 151 ”Indy Strikes Back: The Disney Firesale”

With writers and actors on strike, box office numbers struggling to rebound after the pandemic, and missteps with streaming costing studios billions, what could Hollywood possibly do to save the day?

Maybe have a firesale and make some money, or at least that’s what Bob Iger is looking to do.

But before we see our heroes on the picket lines or the unemployment lines we first saw them on the silver screen in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and we’ve got our thoughts on that and more coming up in this episode of Insights Into Entertainment. Continue reading Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 151 ”Indy Strikes Back: The Disney Firesale”

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Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 149 “Franklin My Dear I Don’t Give A Zolocon”

After a long hiatus we’re back with a couple events we attended and a brief Disney discussion. First we’ll talk about our experience at the Disney 100 Exhibition at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Then we’ll discuss our time and our treasures from this year’s Zolocon. Finally we’ll talk about some of the impact of Bob Iger’s to Disney Continue reading Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 149 “Franklin My Dear I Don’t Give A Zolocon”

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Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 148 “Swapping the Bobs Again”

Chapek is out, Iger is in at Disney again. What impact will that have on the company, the parks and the material coming out of the media giant?

After 11 seasons the Walking Dead comes to an end, kind of. We’ll take a look at the impact the show has had over the last decade and where the zombies are going next.

Finally we’ll recap some of the seasonal events and pop culture shows we’ve been able to start enjoying again and hope to bring much more in the new year. Continue reading Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 148 “Swapping the Bobs Again”