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On this week’s show the Humans (Joe, Caleb and Jason) wrap up their Best of 2015, discuss intel’s alternating mood dress, flowers in space, and Aliens are back!
Listen live Mondays from 7pm to 9pm on 103.3 FM KSCU Santa Clara, or live online at http://www.kscu.org/
Geek Talk
We wrap up our favorite things from 2015, including our “Most Anticipated For” lists from the beginning of that year, and briefly mention a few things we were disappointed in.
Watch Party will be – Devil is a Part-timer Eps 1 & 2 starting next week
New Releases
In Theaters:
- The 5th Wave – Four waves of increasingly deadly attacks have left most of Earth decimated. Against a backdrop of fear and distrust, Cassie (Chloë Grace Moretz) is on the run, desperately trying to save her younger brother. As she prepares for the inevitable and lethal 5th wave, Cassie teams up with a young man who may become her final hope – if she can only trust him.
- The Boy – Greta is a young American woman who takes a job as a nanny in a remote English village, only to discover that the family’s 8-year-old is a life-sized doll that the parents care for just like a real boy, as a way to cope with the death of their actual son 20 years prior. After violating a list of strict rules, a series of disturbing and inexplicable events bring Greta’s worst nightmare to life, leading her to believe that the doll is actually alive.
- Dirty Grandpa – Jason Kelly (Zac Efron) is one week away from marrying his boss’s uber-controlling daughter, putting him on the fast track for a partnership at the law firm. However, when the straight-laced Jason is tricked into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather, Dick (Robert De Niro), to Daytona for spring break, his pending nuptials are suddenly in jeopardy. Between riotous frat parties, bar fights, and an epic night of karaoke, Dick is on a quest to live his life to the fullest and bring Jason along for the ride.
- Ip Man 3 – In this explosive third installment of the blockbuster martial arts series, when a band of brutal gangsters led by a crooked property developer (Mike Tyson) make a play to take over the city, Master Ip (Donnie Yen) is forced to take a stand. Fists will fly as some of the most incredible fight scenes ever filmed play out on the big screen in this soon-to-be classic of the genre.
Music:
- Each Other by Aidan Knight – The third full-length release for the Canadian singer-songwriter was produced by Marcus Paquin.
- The Waiting Room by Tindersticks – The 10th full-length studio release for the British indie rock band features guest appearances from Jehnny Beth of Savages and Lhasa De Sel.
- Emotional Mugger by Ty Segall – The eighth full-length release for the garage rock artist was produced with F Bermudez.
- New View by Eleanor Friedberger – The third full-length solo release for the singer-songwriter was produced with Clemens Knieper and recorded live to tape in upstate New York.
- Adore Life by Savages – The second full-length release for the post-punk quartet was produced by Johnny Hostile.
Video Games:
Resident Evil 0 First Released Nov 10, 2002 GC, PC New release X360, XONE, PS3, PS4 Jan 19, 2016
A Boy and His Blob First Released Oct 13, 2009 WII New Release XONE, PS4, VITA, PC Jan 19, 2016
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak Coming Jan 20, 2016 PC
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Coming Jan 22, 2016 3DS
DVD/Blu-ray:
- Diary of a Teenage Girl – Blu/DVD – This adaptation of Phoebe Gloeckner’s graphic novel, of the same name, is about a girl in 1976 San Francisco, who begins to make some questionable choices as she begins to understand her burgeoning sexuality. The film (and comic) have been praised for their honest portrayal of these aspects of life.
- Eden – DVD – This film follows the real life events of a French club DJ as he rides the rising tides of electronic music in the wake of Daft Punk.
- Everest – Blu/DVD – Based on real events, this film follows two expeditions up the world’s tallest mountain!
- Straight Outta Compton – Blu/DVD – This feature follows the rise of legendary hip hop group N.W.A. The film has been a critical and financial success, this release contains the directors cut and the theatrical release.
Comics:
DC
- Posion Ivy: The Cycle of Life and Death #1 – Dr. Pamela Isley has a new job at the Gotham Botanical Gardens! But her dream job turns sour quickly when co-worker is found murdred and the evidence points to Pamela.
Marvel
- Silver Surfer #1 – After seeing the edge of the universe, what could you do for an encore? Go home, but … home is full of monsters, magic, and much more!
Dark Horse
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 10 #23 – There is some disention among the ranks of Buffy’s allies. An old enemy is temping Andrew into darkness.
Image
- I Hate Fariyland #4 – Gert and Queen Cloudia are face to face! But who will get to keep their face?
IDW Publishing
- G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #224 – The Cobra World order has many layers. While the Joe’s think they have a moment to breath Cobra has other plans! This plan involves a traitor deep in the ranks of the Joe’s.
Wow Cool Recommends!
- Amazing Forest #1
- Doctor Fate #8
- Wolf #5
- Envelope Manufacturer
News
Joe:
Caleb:
- Flowers … in-n-n-n-n spa-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-ace
- Space X rocket lands almost safely on an automated barge – A little perspective Space X was founded in 2002, and has made successful flights, including this one. Now to nail that water landing, they successfully landed on land last year.
Jason: