Hey Y’all! Just a quick announcement: the dudes are coming back, with new episodes dropping this week! We’ll be a bit more frequent for the foreseeable future. Plus, Austin has a YouTube channel. He’s gonna be doing long-form live chats on topics related to philosophy, economics, politics, film, etc. He’ll also do some interviews/convos with some rad peeps… and maybe some old Wisecrack voices! So, make sure to subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@austinhayden

The dudes chat about if there is any value in preserving the ideas of theologian John Calvin. They use Marilynne Robinson's essay "Saving Calvin from Clichés" to propel their convo. Plus, Austin rants about his envy over Brady Corbet's career, and Troy recommends the jam band King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard.

The dudes chat about sports gambling, it's effects on the games and the betters, and some possible ways we can think about how and why we ought to be critical towards its widespread legalization. Plus, Troy rants about hating, and Austin recommends y'all see Alien: Romulus.

The dudes chat about an old article written by the late great Steve Albini about the problem with music and muse about how those problems are still with us today. Plus, Austin rants and Troy gushes about Mr Bungle.

The dudes chat about the joyous vibes that are being centered for the Harris and Walz presidential campaign. Plus, Troy rants about the Olympics and Austin gets all excited about athletic excellence.

The dudes chat about Linklater's latest film, Hit Man. Plus, Austin rants about the Olympics, and Troy is stoked about Gojira's set at the Opening Ceremony.

The dudes chat with Alan Mitchell about the ethics of A.I., particularly A.I. generated art and its consumption... but, you know us, we cover much more.

The dudes chat about the latest film in the Mad Max franchise, Furiosa. Plus, Troy rants about why metal music is too often used to signify a baddie in film and tv, and Austin recommends mature art.

The dudes chat about whether or not philosophy is a good and/or proper form of self-help. Plus, Austin rants about AI dating, and Troy recommends Cyberpunk 2077.

The dudes chat about an essay by Samuel Moyn on gerontocracy and the problems it brings up. Plus, Troy rants about a Taylor Swift meme, and Austin recommends Mr. and Mrs. Smith.