Ever scanned a QR code on a kid's toy that sent you to the dark side of the web? We dive into that wild mishap, reminisce about party nights ending at IHOP, and debate Jake Paul's "scripted" fights. We also chat about our North Pole adventure with a possibly tipsy Santa, Turkey Day chaos, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and the mind-boggling loops of time travel movies. Join us for laughs, debates, and a cozy dose of nostalgia!

Timestamps:

00:00:35 Thanksgiving Recap
00:02:13 Upgrading the Studio
00:03:02 Florida’s Weather Mood Swings
00:04:00 Family Breakfast Traditions
00:04:55 The No-Phone Family Dinner Experiment
00:05:57 Busch Gardens Christmas Town Review
00:12:12 The Great Christmas Decorating Debate
00:15:09 Toy Crazes and Mishaps
00:19:27 Late-Night Nostalgia: IHOP Meets Applebee’s
00:24:07 Movie Talk: Caddo Lake and Time Travel
00:29:41 DOGE and the New Era of Politics
00:38:04 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: Scripted or Real?
00:44:29 Riches and Morality

In this nostalgic episode, our millennial hosts start off by discussing their favorite cult classic movies like 'The Princess Bride' and 'The Breakfast Club.' The conversation becomes an absolute fangirl moment as they reveal their excitement for interviewing Johnny Rico himself, Casper Van Dien. The hosts share personal anecdotes and movie memories, leading to Van Dien joining the conversation to discuss his role in the new 'Starship Troopers VR' game and the ongoing fervor for the franchise. They delve into behind-the-scenes stories, the potential for a new series, and even throw in some friendly banter about meeting Van Dien in Venice, Florida. By the end, it's clear that fandom knows no bounds, with dreams of friendship and future nerdy collaborations on the horizon.

"Starship Troopers: Continuum" is out on Meta Quest and PSVR
You can check out the Teaser Trailer here: Starship Troopers: Continuum (VR GAME - TEASER TRAILER)

Guest Bio:

Casper Van Dien is an American actor best known for his leading role as Johnny Rico in the 1997 science fiction film "Starship Troopers."

Van Dien's career took off with recurring roles in popular TV shows like "One Life to Live" and "Beverly Hills, 90210". However, his big break came in 1997 when he was cast as Johnny Rico in Paul Verhoeven's "Starship Troopers". This role catapulted him to fame and led to other significant parts, including:

• Tarzan in "Tarzan and the Lost City" (1998)
• Brom von Brunt in Tim Burton's "Sleepy Hollow" (1999)
• James Dean in the TV movie "James Dean: Race with Destiny" (1997)

While Van Dien has appeared in over 100 films and TV series, he remains most closely associated with his role in "Starship Troopers." The film has achieved cult status, and Van Dien continues to be recognized for his portrayal of Johnny Rico. Despite this association, he has maintained a steady acting career, consistently working in various genres and mediums within the entertainment industry.

00:00 Introduction and Blue Tongue Mystery
01:07 Nostalgic Cult Movies Discussion
07:29 Interview with Casper Van Dien
12:47 Exciting New Experience in Europe
13:14 Starship Troopers Revival Hopes
14:46 Memories and Family Connections
16:45 Starship Troopers Resurgence
19:30 Behind the Scenes and Personal Stories
22:08 Future Prospects and Fan Engagement
23:52 Podcast Reflections and Future Plans

In this episode, we dive into a series of humorous and engaging conversations. We start with a surprise appearance by our cat and share funny anecdotes about hiccups and sneezes. The discussion then shifts to our daughter's amusing sayings, such as calling a hornet 'sharp' and referring to toes as 'toe fingers.' We also recount a fishing trip where a gator steals our daughter's first bass. The conversation transitions to more serious topics, such as debating the appropriateness of Halloween decorations and the new sport of Power Slap versus UFC. We wrap up with excitement for upcoming shows like 'Yellowstone' and 'Squid Games,' fall fishing, and our voting experiences. Finally, we invite listeners to join us on Instagram to play Emoji Pong, adding a fun interactive element to the episode.

00:00 Unexpected Visitor Interrupts Recording

00:32 Hilarious Hiccup and Sneeze Debate

01:26 Daughter's Funny Expressions

03:46 Fishing Adventure Gone Wrong

05:17 Clothing Order Controversy

10:15 Halloween Decorations Debate

13:40 Debating Halloween Decorations

14:57 Kids and Age-Appropriate Content

16:14 Power Slap: A New Sport?

21:19 Exciting Upcoming Releases

25:05 Voting and Civic Duty

29:03 Join Us on Instagram!