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In this episode, we dive deep into the cinematic masterpieces of 1962, from To Kill a Mockingbird to the genius of Kurosawa. We explore why David Lynch is the ultimate artist’s artist and share a special look at some incredible paintings by Christopher Boyco.Later, things get heated as we discuss the current state of video games (and the rampant cheating problem), before tackling the rise of mass surveillance in Dallas with "Flock" cameras and the future of our city’s landmarks.

Greetings Traveler! This week, we spin the Reel Roulette wheel back to 1985, breaking down cinematic giants like Back to the Future, The Goonies, Aliens, and The Breakfast Club. We also dive deep into the terrifying capabilities of new AI like SORA, discuss the toxicity of modern streamer culture, and debate the ultimate conspiracy: Was the moon landing faked? You're among friends here! Be Seeing You.0:00 - Intro & Weather Report3:35 - Government Shutdowns Explained12:30 - AI Music Controversy: Fake Artists & The Future of Creativity24:53 - Deep Ellum Curfew & Crime Speculation52:08 - Reel Roulette 1985: Intro & World Context (Reagan, Live Aid)59:45 - Film Class: The Goonies & Back to the Future1:06:15 - Film Class: The Breakfast Club & St. Elmo's Fire1:12:45 - Film Class: Commando & Rambo: First Blood Part II1:19:00 - Film Class: Aliens (James Cameron)1:25:40 - Film Class: Brazil (Terry Gilliam) & 12 Monkeys Connection1:33:17 - AI Video Generation (SORA) & The Future of Deception1:44:34 - The Moon Landing Conspiracy: Faked Footage & Lost Technology?2:14:38 - Streamer Culture Critique: Mr. Beast, Kai Cenat & The "Content" Epidemic2:23:41 - Recommendations of the Week & Outro#podcast #1985movies #BackToTheFuture #TheGoonies #AliensMovie #moviereview #filmhistory #AI #SORA #moonlanding #conspiracy #MikeyAndMePodcast #comedypodcast #streamers