Monolith Podcast - Episode 20: UFC 92 recap, Gears of War 2, Barry Lyndon

Dana White says "...listen to this show."

After a brief holiday break, we're back with a jam-packed show full of entertaining discussion and general wackiness. Through the power of WINE, we were able to produce our longest show yet (over an hour and a half.) And a damn fine show it is (this is not drunken boosting!) First, Shawn joins us to recap an eventful UFC 92: The Ultimate 2008. Next, we have our very first console video game review (Gears of War 2) with our resident gaming expert, The Chuck. Finally, we discuss one of my favorite Stanley Kubrick films, the excellent Barry Lyndon. Check us out and help spread the word about MONOLITH!

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Monolith Podcast: Christmas Special - Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

Merry Christmas!

Welcome to a special Christmas edition of the MONOLITH podcast. Chuck and I are privileged to provide audio commentary (Mystery Science Theater 3000 style) on a true Christmas classic, Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. This film is beyond description, one must experience Santa Claus Conquers the Martians in order to truly appreciate it's greatest. Join us as we try to spread a little holiday cheer with the most nonsensical movie ever committed to celluloid.

Merry Christmas,
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Monolith Podcast - Episode 19: Boxing Recap, College Bowl Games, Rod Blagojevich scandal

That's a pretty nice hair cut...

As Christmas draws near, we here at MONOLITH get more into the holiday spirit. This is a very festive episode as Shawn and I discuss everything from the aftermath of the Oscar De La Hoya -Vs- Manny Pacquiao match, recently announced College Bowl Games, and the Rod Blagojevich scandal. We even have SANTA CLAUS paying a special visit to our humble little show!!! Check us out and help spread the word about MONOLITH!

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 18: NFL Week 14 Picks

Victim of a self-inflicted gunshot wound

After the wackiness of our last episode, we're back to brass tacks with more football prognostication. In today's episode, Shawn and I cover all the latest gridiron happenings. Everything from College Football, the Plaxico Burress SCANDAL, the fate of O.J. Simpson, and NFL Week 14 picks is dissected and analyzed. Check us out and help spread the word about MONOLITH!

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 17: The Chucky Show (Blu-Ray Movie Reviews)

I feel just like David Letterman before Jay Leno aced him out of the Tonight Show. Chucky has had his greedy eyes set on the MONOLITH hosting gig for some time. He's been biding his time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

In today's episode, Chucky finally has his chance to shine as THE HOST OF THE MONOLITH PODCAST!!! Indeed, the CHUCK is steering this ship and who the Hell knows where he'll take us. Meanwhile, I try to bring some levity to show with a ton of Blu-Ray movie reviews, which include Hellboy 2, Sukiyaki Western Django, The Dirty Dozen, Tropic Thunder, and the great How The West Was Won. Take a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Thanksgiving Special (Episode 16): XARM, NFL Week 13 Picks

We give you hot Turkey on Thanksgiving

I can't stress enough how much I love Thanksgiving. What a truly wonderful holiday. It gives everybody a chance to reflect and give thanks for all the blessings we may in our lives. Here at MONOLITH, Thanksgiving allows us to do a show on XARM!!! Words cannot do this spectacle justice. One must view XARM to truly appreciate this unique hybrid sport. And to top that off, we have Shawn's NFL week 13 picks, Pirates, and a Thanksgiving day meltdown by yours truly. A truly memorable show that may surpass the actual Thanksgiving holiday in terms of awesomeness. Take a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 15: War of the Worlds (2005)

Can a simple documentary & movie review spell the end of the Monolith Podcast? Is Scientology a "cult" or a "religion"? Is Tom Cruise guilty of PROSELYTIZING (big word of the day) in his film, War of the Worlds? Will Don and Chuck fall victim to a "Fair Game" reprisal attack? Will the audience be entertained? Take a listen and find out.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 14: UFC 91, Winter Movie Preview, & Wrath of the Lich King

New UFC Heavyweight Champion

Here comes the PAIN...we're back with the second episode on our double-shot weekend. The MONOLITH crew is in rare form as we discuss everything from religion, Brock Lesnar -vs- Randy Couture, Road Rage, MOVIE BUZZ, Wrath of the Lich King, and delicious Subway sandwiches. A truly tremendous show in every conceivable way (humble we are not.) Take a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 13: NFL Week 11 Picks

As the weekend draws near, the MONOLITH crew gets to work. This is a HUGE weekend for us (Brock Lesnar -vs- Randy Couture, Wrath of the Lich King, & NFL) and we're working overtime to deliver the goods. This is the FIRST of TWO new episodes this week. Today, we've got Shawn running down his picks for NFL week 11 and a preview UFC 91. We'll be back tomorrow with a full recap of UFC 91 and more silly hijinks. Check us out and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 12: Roy Jones Jr. -Vs- Joe Calzaghe & WEC Recap

Joe Calzaghe and Roy Jones Jr.

Fight! Fight! Fight! That's right, today's episode is dedicated to the sweet science. Roy Jones Jr. vs. Joe Calzaghe had a hell of a fight and we're back to recap the bout, MONOLITH STYLE! Shawn joins me to review not only the Jones/Calzaghe fight, but also the recent WEC event (which was awesome.) Unfortunately, we were unable to get NFL week 10 picks out on time (sorry!) but we still manage to work football and college basketball talk into the show. Overall, a good episode. Give it a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 11: NFL Week 9 Picks (Chucktar All-Stars Edition)

This may be the first episode we've done that truly ROCKS. The Chucktar All-Stars are in the house and ready to melt faces. On this Rock Band-inspired episode of the Monolith Podacast, Shawn and I discuss not only football, MMA, and politics, but also BIGFOOT! As always. a good time is guaranteed. Give it a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast: Halloween Special - Night of the Living Dead

Welcome to a very special Halloween episode of the Monolith Podcast. Since Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year, we here at Monolith wanted to do a truly unique and memorable show. So...we decided to make a podcast where we talk over a movie.

The Monolith Podcast is honored to present George A. Romero's Night of the Living Dead. Yes, we're playing the entire film (thanks, public domain!) Join Chuck and I as we watch, discuss and revel in the carnage that is Night of the Living Dead. Join us in the madness and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast: Episode 10 - Incredible Hulk, UFC & NFL Picks

Ah...comic book movies. Where would we be without thee? As a film genre, comic book movies tend to be hit or miss. While some are excellent (the Dark Knight), others are downright abysmal (Daredevil), but most are perfectly acceptable and entertaining. Such is the case with the Incredible Hulk, a surprisingly good film. In this episode, Chuck and I talk the Incredible Hulk, giving it our usual excruciatingly detailed review treatment. Next, we're joined by Shawn to get his thoughts on UFC 90 and NFL week 8. A good time is guaranteed! Give it a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 9: UFC 89 & NFL Week 7

Really?

Okay, so UFC 89 may not have been the greatest MMA event of all time, but at least it was free. The lack of marquee fighters and a preponderance of slow, methodical contests really dragged this card down. Yet these troubling facts do little to deter Shawn and I from providing another entertaining episode of the Monolith Podcast. Yes, even on a lackluster UFC show, we still provide substantive analysis (in my own humble opinion.) And as always, we have Shawn's NFL week 7 picks. Give it a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 8: Bigger, Stronger, Faster - Midnight Meat Train - NFL Picks

After our last show, Chuck and I are back with a vengeance! On this genetically enhanced episode, we're talking about stuff that really matters...movies and football. Political talk is nowhere to be found and the show is better as a result. In Episode 8, we review Chris Bell's documentary film Bigger, Stronger, Faster (not a porno) and Clive Barker's Midnight Meat Train (also not a porno.) And Shawn's back to give his week six NFL picks. This is our longest show yet (nearly 90 minutes) and probably one of the best. Give it a listen and help spread the word about MONOLITH.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 7: McCain - Obama Second Presidential Debate

Eh..., they can't all be home runs. Today's episode recaps the second presidential debate between Barack Obama and John McCain. Our overall lack of enthusiasm and indifference in this episode should give you an idea of how these two candidates came across tonight (dull and uninspiring.) This is not our best episode, but listenable nonetheless (I'm not much of a salesman, but I'm honest.)

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 6: Elite XC - NFL Picks

Kimbo and his private jet

Elite XC...what can I say? Kimbo Slice vs. Ken Shamrock didn't happen, but it was an entertaining show. Shawn joins me tonight to recap an event that had some good (Murilo "Ninja" Rua vs. Benji Radach), some average (Jake Shields vs. Paul Daley), and most importantly, noteworthy moments (Kimbo Slice vs. Seth Petruzelli.) Our discussion on Kimbo/Petruzelli is probably 10x longer than the actual fight, but fun nonetheless.

We also have Shawn's NFL picks for the week. If you like football (or you're somebody like me who doesn't understand it) this show IS FOR YOU! Each game is dissected and Shawn gives you the scoop on who he thinks looks good this week. MMA and football, this is the manly edition of the Monolith Podcast!

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 5: Vice Presidential Debate

This show is filled with political dynamite! Shawn and Chuck join me to recap tonight's debate between Joe Biden and Sarah Palin. Our resident political junkie, Chuck (who knew?) recommended we do a show on the Vice Presidential debate. I agreed, assuming we could have a light-hearted discussion on a other wise serious topic. I was wrong, the mere mention of certain political policies cause a spirited debate to breakout on the show. All this talk leaves Chuck stuck in the middle, forced to choose a side. Which way does he go? Listen and find out...

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 4: Warhammer Online

Absence makes the heart grow fonder (or so they say.) It's been a while, but we're back! As always, this show is filled to the brim with total nonsense. In today's episode, Chuck and I discuss:

* Warhammer Online
* Judicial injustice
* Paul Newman (R.I.P)
* Fall TV preview
* A shocking revelation about Clay Aiken
* the greatness of Micheal Jackson's musical talent (seriously)
* and much, much more

Take a listen, a good time is guaranteed.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 3: Potpourri

After an extended break, we're back! Chuck and I decide to just shoot the breeze and talk about whatever comes to mind. This is quite the show, topics are covered, opinions put forth and laughs ensue. Episode 3 includes:

• Chuck's Summer Movie Review
• Mr.T's Snickers commercial
• The awesomeness of the Bejiing Olympics
• Our uncanny likeness on Sonic Youth's album, Washing Machine
  
• Random Movie Trailer talk
• Fall Entertainment Preview
  
• Even more random video game talk
• and much, MUCH more...

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 2: The Dark Knight

Here we are with a review of the best film of the year, THE DARK KNIGHT!!! As you might guess, we enjoyed this film. As always, we breakdown the entire movie in excruciating detail. The topics of discussion include:

• The awesomeness that is Health Ledger's Joker (R.I.P.) and how his performance compares with Jack Nicholson's portrayal of the character
• Director Christopher Nolan's resurrection of the Batman franchise
• The (supposed) advantages of Batman's new suit
• Batman's true arch-nemesis, dogs
• and much more...

Sit back, relax and listen to our dissertation on this great,great movie.

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Monolith Podcast - Episode 1: Undead

Here we go, the first episode of the Monolith Podcast. As with any new venture, we experience some bumps in the road, yet I consider it a successful first show nonetheless (I may have a slight basis.) In this episode, we review Undead. Chuck and I couldn't think of better film for our inaugural show. We knew our first show was going to be terrible, so we had to review an equally terrible movie. Enjoy!

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