Episode 489: Not a Monkey Man

DISCUSSED: the joys of a movie that reveals itself over multiple viewings; good storytelling is difficult but so rewarding; as you know, Bob, a lot of movies have that Walk Hard problem; Merlin has questions about Dan's day-to-day in Travis County; people are cooking the books; why do so many people have the Extremis virus these days?; we could still make a big dent; and, finally, wow, the demands for performance sure can be exhausting. Links for this episode:Fair Play Mystery (Concept) - Comic VineEdgar Wright - How to Do Visual Comedy - YouTubeAmazon.com: 2 PCS Men Women Safety Face Shields with Protective Clear Film, Reusable plastics Elastic Band and Comfort Sponge. Eye Protection: Home ImprovementWhy the Pandemic Is So Bad in America - The Atlantic(49) AXIOS on HBO: President Trump Exclusive Interview (Full Episode) | HBO - YouTubeLampshade Hanging - TV TropesChekhov's gun"If you say in the first chapter that there is a rifle hanging on the wall, in the second or third chapter it absolutely must go off." As You Know, Bob…You Are Not So Smart #185 - MasksBrought to you by: Mint Mobile (To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to mintmobile.com/backtowork