Braveheart was a huge release in the mid-90’s with great staying power and influence. Proving that you can have an epic tale that can attain box office success, critical acclaim, and audience adoration. In this episode of Parallel Quest, the guys share their most anticipated films that are yet to be released in 2022 and cover Braheart in the Retrospective segment.Check out our YouTube Channel.Buy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction0:40 Zach’s Snowboarding Adventure9:47 Shoveling Snow is No Fun17:40 State of the Podcast21:11 Most Antcipated for 202233:00 Braveheart Retrospective — The Year 199541:32 Plot Summary42:51 Film Background/Historical Inaccuracies55:00 Initial Impressions1:00:00 What Makes William Wallace a Hero?1:04:00 The Lasting AppealThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

#WheelOfTime #Season1 #ReviewOur journey with the first season of Amazon’s The Wheel of Time has come to its end as we put together our overarching review for our general perspective on season 1. This review contains SPOILERS and seeks to be a reflection on both the good and bad, as well as give some feedback on how the show can improve going forward. Even though there were some moments and episodes we liked quite a bit and others that we thought were rather disappointing, the journey of reviewing and analyzing the show has been a fun one. Let us know what you think about the Wheel of Time. Do you love it? Hate it? Indifferent? Watch on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:02 Good, Bad, or Meh?3:08 The Strengths7:38 The Weaknesses11:44 Improvements We Want18:19 Excited for Season 2?Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch***Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k

Book of Boba Fett episode 3 was what the guys were asking for in concept, but the execution of it was not nearly as rewarding as what they hoped for. In this week’s review the guys break down the various different things in the episode that either didn’t work well or just turned out to be underwhelming.SPOILERS.Fighting a wookie, bringing in a rancor, and a “speeder chase,” were not enough to make this episode hit the level of entertainment that this show should be able to achieve. In its 38 minute run time, chapter 3 of the Book of Boba Fett is not atrocious but rather just average. However, there are certain intellectual properties that should never settle for average and Star Wars is one such property. Let us know what you think of the Book of Boba Fett in the comments and let us know how we are doing on our reviews and analysis.Watch Ep. 2 Review on YouTube HEREWatch this Episode on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:47 General Impressions4:25 What We Wanted?7:43 Tatooine's Water Supply Solved10:28 Hipster Android Friends13:31 The Rancor…15:49 What is the Show’s Identity?19:00 The Worst Scene in the Show so Far23:27 War is Coming28:46 Final Score and ConclusionThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/If you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch-----------------------------------------------Song: Electro-Light - Symbolism [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/symbolismWatch: http://youtu.be/__CRWE-L45k

The first season of The Book of Boba Fett is here! In chapter (episode 1) we are given the answer to the great mystery of “What happened to Boba Fett after Return of the Jedi?” As we know from the existence of the show he is clearly alive and well, but what type of man does Boba Fett become after having such a close brush with death? We believe that is the story that will unfold throughout the first season, and the first chapter, “Stranger in a Strange Land” gives us a small glimpse of what this series is going to be all about. Follow along with Cody and Zach as they review and analyze here on Parallel Quest.Watch the Episode on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:41 General Impressions4:00 Is The Show in Good Hands?6:39 A Nod to Classic Sci-Fi7:34 The Sand People Story9:23 A New Type of Boba Fett12:09 The Purpose of the Episode13:20 The Direction of the Show15:42 Conclusion and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

The first season of Amazon Prime’s, The Wheel of Time, has come to its end. Cody and Zach give their final review of the season, until the show returns in the future. Did Moiraine and the Emond’s Field five go out with a bang, or was the finale more of a disappointing bust? Perhaps neither extreme is true and the finale was good enough but ultimately could have been a little bit better. The guys discuss all their thoughts on the final episode of season 1 in this week’s review.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:28 General Impressions3:50 Perrin Problems Continue7:10 What Characters Were We Supposed to Care About?10:00 Delivering on the Dark One? Did the Show Need More Episodes?13:30 Was the Dragon Reborn’s Power Properly Displayed?17:10 The Battle was Decent… Just Decent19:00 False Tension22:25 Rand’s Arc Displayed25:35 How Faithful was the Adaptation?28:15 Score and ConclusionThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERSSeason 1 of The Wheel of Time has reached its penultimate episode, and it is one that has been worth the wait. We begin to see storylines come to satisfying milestones, even though there are some that still have issues. Episode 7 is not perfect but it does a lot more good than bad, and puts the show in a much stronger place then it was a few weeks ago. Cody and Zach enjoyed it and look forward to the final episode next week. Check out the chapters below to see the topics discussed.Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 Suspension of Disbelief & General Impressions4:30 The Opening: Good, Bad, or Awkward?7:00 A Potential Improvement9:30 Starting in the Ways… Good Enough12:00 How to Critique Mat12:50 Perrin: What’s Going On? (The Love Triangle)15:45 Different Perspectives on Rand Vs. Perrin20:20 Different Perspective on Lan & Nynaeve27:00 The Dragon Reborn30:20 Conclusion and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

Brandon Sanderson is a much talked about storyteller on this podcast, and this week the guys finally do a retrospective on one of his early breakthroughs, Mistborn: The Final Empire. After catching everyone up on the books they are currently watching, the guys take it back to 2006, discussing the state of the world when we were all first introduced to the magical system of Allomancy. There is lots of praise to go around when talking about Mistborn but it is not a perfect work, and there are definitely critiques of Sanderson’s early work. Cody and Zach talk about it all in the latest episode of Parallel QuestCheck out our YouTube Channel for the Podcast highlightsBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:30 People Who Chew Toothpicks6:12 Christmas Shopping Early10:00 Judging Books by Cover14:20 What we are Reading/Watching24:20 MAIN TOPIC: Mistborn. What was 2006 Like?29:00 Critical Reception31:30 Plot Summary39:30 The Book Feels Like a Movie43:00 Background on the Book54:30 Initial/First Impressions1:10:00 Is the Magic Writing always Good?1:18:00 Are the Characters too Tropey?1:22:45 Is it the Best Entry Point for High Fantasy?1:26:15 Lasting ImpactThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

The Wheel of Time’s first season is drawing near to its conclusion, and bounces back into the main plot with both strengths and weaknesses. As the final stretch of episodes falls before us, the guys’ conclusion with episode 6 is one of hope for the series and where it can go moving forward. Episode 6 in the Wheel of Time is not perfect but one that finally delivers on the potential of this cast, showcasing a true strength in the show. Watch and listen to this week’s review to hear all that Zach and Cody enjoyed about this episode as well as the elements that they did not consider to be quite as good. Thank you so much for checking it out!Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome [SPOILERS]0:20 General Thoughts and Impressions4:20 Reuniting the Characters: Critiques and Praises8:45 Perrin and Egwene’s Arrival in Tar Valon11:10 Mat and Rand: What do We Think15:40 Moiraine’s Emotional Arc (Some of the Series’ Best Dialogue)22:20 A Good Full Circle Narrative24:27 Final Thoughts and ScoreThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

Every good season of a television series is going to have an episode that is widely enjoyed, while there is often an episode that stinks out for being subpar. In The Wheel of Time’s first season, episode 5 comes across as the latter. While this is by no means an atrocity, it did not build upon the excitement that was introduced in episode 4. The guys talk about the strengths and weaknesses in this week’s episode review and discuss their optimism for the series nonetheless.Watch the show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome1:10 Starting with the Good7:00 Criticisms, Problems, and What Isn’t Working12:30 Character Development Struggles17:00 Skeptical of Changes from the Book20:20 Concluding Thoughts and Score Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch

The Wheel of Time Season 1 is already halfway to the finish line with the release of episode 4. In this week’s review the guys discuss the trajectory of the show and the potential effects the series might have on hardcore fans of the book series. Do the guys enjoy the direction of the show? Which group of characters has the most interesting plot line to this point? Was this episode too heavy on exposition in comparison to the first three? Zach and Cody discuss all of that and more on this week’s Wheel of Time episode review. Watch the Show on YouTubeBuy Zach’s newest book, Something Strange at Grandma’s House: https://www.steellakestudio.com/booksSign up for our E-MAIL LIST: https://www.steellakestudio.com/emailTIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome0:58 SPOILER WARNING1:30 Strongest Group of Characters4:45 Bringing In Logain/Giving Us Villain8:45 The Strength of Dialogue and Exposition12:00 Parallel Storytelling and Worldbuilding16:30 The Surprising Conclusion. Did it Work?18:25 Is this Working as an Adaptation?21:00 Final VerdictsThank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out more of what we do, check out https://www.steellakestudio.com/I you enjoy the show and would like to SUPPORT the show, you can do so on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/steellakestudioIf you REALLY like the show, consider rocking some Parallel Quest themed MERCHANDISE:https://www.steellakestudio.com/merch