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On this week’s show the Humans(Joe, Caleb & Jason) discuss Graphene body armor, Frozen 2, 3D printing in SPACE and Stuart Little art finder(?). Plus, Big Hero 6 review and gushing over Star Wars teaser and Jurassic World trailer.
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Show Notes for 12/1/2014
# New Releases
In Theaters:
*Black or White
An attorney (Kevin Costner) is drawn into a custody battle over his granddaughter after the deaths of his wife and daughter.
*Wild
After years of reckless behavior, a heroin addiction and the destruction of her marriage, Cheryl Strayed (Reese Witherspoon) makes a rash decision. Haunted by memories of her mother Bobbi (Laura Dern) and with absolutely no experience, she sets out to hike more than a thousand miles on the Pacific Crest Trail all on her own.
*The Pyramid (Just in time for the holidays…)
The ancient wonders of the world have long cursed explorers who’ve dared to uncover their secrets. But a team of U.S. archaeologists gets more than they bargained for when they discover a lost pyramid unlike any other in the Egyptian desert. As they unlock the horrific secrets buried within, they realize they aren’t just trapped; they are being hunted.
Music:
*Rock or Bust – AC/DC
The 16th full-length studio release for the Australian hard rock band was produced by Brendan O’Brien and its first with Stevie Young, who took over his uncle’s role in 2014.
*Big Music – Simple Minds
The 16th studio release for the Scottish pop band features production from Gavin Goldberg, Steve Hillage, Steve Osborne, Owen Parker, and Andy Wright.
*Shady XV – Eminem
The Detroit rapper returns with an album of new songs from artists on the Shady label including Bad Meets Evil, D12, Obie Trice, Slaughterhouse, and YelaWolf
*Hood Billionaire – Rick Ross
The seventh studio release for the rapper and his second in 2014, features guest appearances from Boosie Badazz, Big K.R.I.T., Jay-Z, K. Michelle, Project Pat, R. Kelly, Snoop Dogg, Whole Slab, and Yo Gotti.
Video Games:
DVD/Blu-Ray:
* Dawn of the Planet of the Apes – Blu/DVD – It’s been ten years since Cesar rose up and founded a new society of intelligent apes. Now the remnants of humanity find themselves headed toward war with the apes as the struggle for dominance and continued survival stretches on.
* The Hundred Foot Journey – Blu/DVD – An Indian restaurant has the audacity to open near the famed Le Saule Pleureur. Sparking a rivalry with turns into mutual respect.
* The Strain: The Complete First Season – Blu/DVD – When the CDC investigates a mysterious virus outbreak on an aircraft they find the answers take them far a field from their usual fare. This new disease seems to have connections to vampirism. Further it seems to be the plot of a being known as “The Master”. What does “The Master” want with us? Can we stop him?
* As Above so Below – Blu/DVD – In the catacombs of Paris a group of adventures find far more than just the remains of the dead. They open a view that stares deep into the abyss … and the abyss stares back.
Comics:
### DC
* Secret Six #1 – A group of six strangers are brought together for reasons as mysterious as each other. This also heralds the return of Gail Simone to the writing talent at DC.
### Marvel
* Legendary Star Lord #6 – Peter Quill has a dilemma, he wants to keep his date with a lovely lady but also needs to avoid a gang leader and his thugs.
### Dark Horse
* Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. #1 – Look back in time to one of the first cases Hellboy worked. Deep in Brazil there is an old fortress which seems to be tied to a series of mysterious murders.
### Image
* Tooth and Claw #2 – The Great Champion is called once again and it seems that things are even worse than the last time. Keep an eye out for the variant cover by Alex Ross!
### Wow Cool Recommends!
* Essential Kurtzman Vol. 1: Jungle Book HC – One of the grand masters of the craft is collected into this volume. – https://pulllist.comixology.com/sku/AUG140114/Essential-Kurtzman-Vol-1-Jungle-Book-HC
* Batman the Jiro Kuwata Batmanga Vol. 1 (of 3) – In the 1960’s there was a unique version of Batman done by Jiro Kuwata, these fantastic stories are now back in print. – https://pulllist.comixology.com/sku/SEP140283/Batman-the-Jiro-Kuwata-Batmanga-Vol-1-of-3-
* The Humans #2 by Keenan Keller and art by Tom Neely – The ghosts of the past are not far from the current day. And it seems these ghosts also enjoy a good party. – https://pulllist.comixology.com/sku/OCT140744/Humans-2-MR-
* Shaolin Cowboy TP – Geoff Darrow – That almost says it all, but seriously this looks like another fantastic and violent trip across an alternate USA. – https://pulllist.comixology.com/sku/OCT141229/Shaolin-Cowboy-TP
News:
1. No, Walt Disney Isn’t Cryogenically Frozenhttp://paleofuture.gizmodo.com/no-walt-disney-isnt-cryogenically-frozen-1665231394/+ericlimer
2. Frozen 2 is Happening, Says Idina Menzelhttp://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/01/frozen-2-is-happening-says-idena-menzel
3. Graphene body armor: Twice the stopping power of Kevlar, at a fraction of the weight http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/195089-graphene-body-armor-twice-the-stopping-power-of-kevlar-at-a-fraction-of-the-weight
4. Scientists descend into Russian crater –http://www.nerdist.com/2014/11/scientists-finally-descend-into-the-russian-crater/
5. NASA to do large study focused on understanding climate change –http://www.techtimes.com/articles/21275/20141201/nasa-airborne-campaign-clear-climate-confusion-help-air-pollution.htm
6. Mass Effect Studio helps couple get married –http://www.polygon.com/2014/11/8/7178425/mass-effect-studio-helps-couple-get-engaged
7. The modular phone is not just a neat idea, and Finland may make it a reality first! –http://www.dailytech.com/Finlands+Android+Modular+Puzzlephone+Could+Beat+Googles+Ara+to+the+Market/article36938c.htm
8. Stuart Little helps find a long lost painting –http://m.ign.com/articles/2014/12/01/long-lost-painting-masterpiece-found-thanks-to-stuart-little?
9. 3D printing in space may help unlock the deep space travel –http://www.theverge.com/2014/11/25/7289299/nasa-is-the-first-to-3d-print-objects-in-space
Geek Talk:
Jason and Caleb saw Big Hero 6 –http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Hero_6_%28film%29
The Core:
We discuss the new Star Wars teaser and the Jurassic World trailer.
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