Episode 126: Guac Sauce, Faith Hilling, And Endoscopic Adventures Gone Wild

July 2, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

The Scope boys are back in town, and do they ever have tales to tell. This week, Adam and Shane discuss medical procedures (done to them, no less!) ripped right out of alien abduction cases. Jared was obviously thankful not to be able to relate to any part of their horror stories.

The guys also bring back a long-forgotten bit called “Scope Discoveries.” What we learn is that Jared and Adam prefer other podcasts far more than the one they produce.

Finally, the gang swings the review hammer at another decent episode of Family Guy Ted. That reminds me of the time Stewie guest-starred on The Love Boat (insert cutaway here.)

The Scope episode 126 lets you keep your shorts on.

Reviews
Film
2 ¼ Stars – Ted
3 Stars – Brave

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Episode 125: From Leader-1 to Optimus Prime – The Life and Times of Adam

June 11, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

The Scope caps one of the most prolific weeks of contents (three movie reviews, check them out if you haven’t already) with a proper episode full of talkin’ and gabbin’.

Along with the chattin’, Jared, Adam and Shane present a new segment called either “The Soundtrack Of Our Lives” or the less popular Nickelback-inspired “This Is How You Remind Me” in which your Scope hosts talk about big life events and the songs that remind them of said events. It would be an intriguing bit if any of the gents had interesting life events. But instead you’ll get to hear a lot about Family Matters reruns on Friday nights.

So, yes, it’s a solid episode. Please listen, yo.

The Scope Episode 125 is like rain on your wedding day. Yeah, I really do think.

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Scope Special Edition: Prometheus Review

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The Scope is back with the third movie review in three days. We’re tired just thinking about it. But we couldn’t pass up a free screening of one of the most anticipated sci-fi films of the year.

Yes, we’re talking about Sir Ridley Scott’s Prometheus aka Prothemeus.

So sit back, strap on your headphones, and give it a listen. Hopefully this podcast won’t be the internet equivalent of a chestbursting alien climbing out of your midsection.

The Scope Prometheus review will never ignorantly try to touch a scary-looking albino space cobra rising from some scarier looking black goo even though it probably will cause pain. Lots and lots of pain.

Reviews
 Film
2 ¼ Stars – Prometheus

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Scope Special Edition: Moonrise Kingdom Review

June 8, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

This week features a Scope first: back-to-back instant movie reviews! Committed Wesophiles Jared and Shane challenged the motorcycle-festooned wilds of Uptown to take in the latest film from auteur Wes Anderson, Moonrise Kingdom. It’s not a who’s who of contemporary sitcom television like yesterday’s movie, but it does have Bill Murray, Brice Willis, and plenty of oddball children.

The Scope Moonrise Kingdom review stinks of PBR and hipster jean shorts.

Reviews
 Film
3 Stars – Moonrise Kingdom

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Scope Special Edition: Safety Not Guaranteed Review

June 7, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

Hey Scope-a-maniacs! We’re back with our second instant movie review of the summer. This time around, we’ll cast a critical gaze toward a small film called Safety Not Guaranteed. It stars the gloomy/sarcastic chick from Parks And Recreation and the crazy/pathetic roommate from New Girl. Oh, throw in mental illness, time travel, and powerful gaming laptops with flames while you’re at it.

And you’ve probably never heard of it. After our review, however, you’ll want to get to know it. And fast.

The Scope Safety Not Guaranteed Movie Review Special never brings its own seasoning condiments into a darkened movie theater.

Reviews
 Film
3 ¼ Stars – Safety Not Guaranteed

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Episode 124: The LongShort Show And The Wacky Alien Addition Audition

May 28, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

The Scope returns  with a “back to basics” kind of vibe.

How so?

Well, third-wheel Adam fails to make it in (something something life outside of basement podcasting) and instead friend-of-the-show Earl makes a dramatic reappearance on the show that catapulted him to international fame. Together with Jared and Shane, the gang takes on an old Scope show classic, The Nerd Roundtable. Many things geeky and circular were discussed.

And, because it’s summertime, Jared and Earl continue the Scope review-fest with the latest Will Smith (Hitch) talkie, Men In Black 3. We hears there’s aliens in it. Crazy!

By the way, can you believe Will Smith has been nominated for two Oscars? Insanity.

The Scope episode 124 took those broken wings and learned to fly again and learned to live so free.

Reviews
 Film
1 ¾ Stars – Men in Black 3

Music
Scope Sounds: “Stairway” – Yukon Blonde

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Scope Special Edition: Battleship Review

May 17, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

Well, the summer movie season is finally here and The Scope is proud to once again bring the first instant review of 2012, recorded right after leaving the theater! This time around, Jared and Shane tackle Battleship (from the makers of The Transformers! Yes, that’s supposed to get you into the cinema.)

Because board game-inspired films is what this world really needs.

At any rate, Battleship raises a few questions. Can Friday Night Lights guy Peter Berg direct something that doesn’t look to copy Mike Bay? Does Liam Neeson tie glass to his hands so to better battle the battleship battlers? And when exactly does Smash’s momma come and talk some serious sense into the entire cast?

So please, listen to this special edition of The Scope and learn more than you care about the movie that aims to “sink” Marvel’s The Avengers at the box office. (Insert eyeroll here.)

The Scope Battleship Movie Review Special knows there’s nothing sexier than a shaggy-haired Rihanna in camo aggressively whispering “Boom” as she launches missiles at CG alien space cruisers.

Reviews
 Film
2 ¼ Stars – Battleship

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Episode 123: Scope Smash – 2012 Summer Movie Preview

May 7, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

It wouldn’t be summer if your Scope pals didn’t spend an episode covering all the big film releases between May and August (and by all films we really mean movies with super heroes, laser guns, and female nudity.)

Kicking off the season in style, Jared, Adam, and Shane give you, the loyal listener, a tremendous review of one of the most anticipated super hero films ever, Marvel’s The Avengers. Yes, we are so on top of things.

Oh, we also abandon the geek stuff just a little bit and talk athletics for fifteen minutes. Because what’s better than spending a quarter of an hour on the worst sports market in America?

The Scope episode 123 will never trust Uncle Sugar, no matter what Steve King says.

Reviews
 Film
3 ½ Stars – Marvel’s The Avengers

Music
Scope Sounds: “Underboob” – Possible Oscar

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Episode 122: Snow Blaskin, What You Talkin’ ‘Bout On That Ticket? (And Some Movie Reviews)

April 23, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

The Scope returns…and it’s the show’s six year anniversary! You can drop your traditional gift made of either iron or sugar in the mail, by the way.  Such a special occasion demands a special show, so Jared, Adam, and Shane decided to review not one but SEVEN movies for y’all. Who says The Scope doesn’t have real opinions on anything?

Jared also spills an additional surprise: The Scope has entered the 31st century because this bad boy is live streaming every week. That means any faithful listener can watch the podcast unfold in real time on the internet. Hopefully Adam starts wearing pants and properly-fitting undergarments for this momentous occasion.

So thanks for listening (and watching!) Scopsters. We hope this year of Scope brings excitement, change, and, for once, a funny joke.

Episode 122 of the Scope wants Jared to trigger the sound effect on two.

Reviews
 Film
3 Stars – 21 Jump Street
2 ¾ Stars – The Hunger Games
1 ¼ Stars – American Reunion
1 ½ Stars – Lockout
3 ½ Stars – Jeff, Who Lives at Home
3 ¼ Stars – The Cabin in the Woods
2 ½ Stars – God Bless America

Music
Scope Sounds: “Love Theme From The Hunger Games” – Jesse Smith

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Episode 121: All Sorts of iPads, Dance Belts, and Old School SNL Action

March 26, 2012  |  Posted by: The Scope

The Scope Returns! after a long and undeserved hiatus. The full team was supercharged and ready to catch up all the faithful listeners on the comings and goings of the past five weeks.

And catch up they did.

Topics included: comic book apps, lumbering zombies, Apple products, Ed & Johnny, portly superhero cosplay, piracy, musical performances, and the meaning of life. And that was only the first three minutes! HI-OOO!

Overall, it was a stellar conversational jam session you should not miss. So put on your pajama pants, wrap up in a warm, cozy blanket, put another log on the fire, and load up The Scope on the mp3 playing machine.

The Scope episode 121 is all Oteri all the time.

 

Music
Scope Sounds: “Electric Fever” – Free Energy

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