Hitting Play – Details, episodes & analysis

Join Scott and Hamish as they continue their look at the Marvel animated series of the 90s and watch an episode of what some call the worst Marvel cartoon ever made: “Avengers: United They Stand”. Imagine if The Avengers we’re saving the world in the future, and had to wear hideous transforming robot suits of armor. Oh, and also Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor aren’t even on the team. Who would lead the team, then? Why, none other than Ant-Man! The fun-loving Scott Lang Ant-Man? No, the perpetually angry and insecure Hank Pym Ant-Man! And it just keeps getting better from there! Listen as they breakdown the episode “Command Decision”, a very special story where Captain America randomly shows up to help the Avengers fight Baron Zemo and his “Masters of Evil”. They’ll discuss the making of this series, how closely connected it is to the rest of the Marvel animated series of the 1990s, and why it pales in comparison to the shows that came before it. They’ll also detail the origins of the characters in the comics, and talk about why this show was little more than a half-hour commercial for a new line of action figures. So put on your futuristic armor, and grab a hot cup of coffee, because you’re gonna need it! Hey! Where’s that coffee?! 

 

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Join Scott and Hamish as they take a warp pipe back to 1989, a time when the Super Mario Brothers had their own television show that was a unique blend of both live-action and animation: "The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!" Listen as they break down and review both parts of the show’s 62nd episode: the live-action segments starring Rowdy Roddy Piper entitled “Rowdy Roddy’s Rotten Pipes” and the cartoon “Crocodile Mario”. They’ll discuss the humble beginnings of the Mario Bros. franchise and its surprisingly small history in television, as well as the many changes and adjustments to this short-lived, yet long running show. They’ll talk about the over-the-top acting by not only a very angry Rowdy Roddy Piper, but also by Captain Lou Albano and Danny Wells, playing the very nervous Mario brothers, and why it all adds to the delightful ridiculousness of the episode. They’ll also discuss why the Crocodile Dundee-inspired cartoon segment “Crocodile Mario”, featuring our heroes taking a trip to “Down Under Land” not only terribly misrepresents many aspects of Australian culture, but also the physics of the universe as well! From bagpipe-playing vacuum cleaners to reptile-repelling statues resembling popular actors of the 80s, this one has it all! (Well, maybe not “all”, but a bunch of weird stuff anyway.) It's an episode packed with very confusing story logic with many, many questions, but unfortunately our answers are in another castle. So throw a pizza on the barbie, keep your plunger handy, and laugh along with us! C'mon, do the Mario!

 

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Join Scott, Shawn and Jonah as they take a look back at one of the most sharp and irreverent cartoons of the 90's: "Animaniacs"! Listen as they breakdown and review the second episode of the series, featuring Yakko singing a somewhat accurate list of countries in the classic segment "Nations of the World", the Warner brothers (and Warner sister) trying to earn merit badges in Switzerland by selling Kid Scout cookies to a frustrated Albert Einstein in "Cookies For Einstein", and our introduction to two genetically altered lab mice named Pinky and The Brain who attempt to take home prize money on a TV quiz show in "Win Big". They'll talk about the history of the series from a Fox Kids cartoon with Steven Spielberg's backing to a mainstay of Kids WB, and possibly beyond. They'll also point out some of the loving references to old Hollywood, nitpick Yakko's idea of which lands are actually nations, reveal the big secret behind Pinky and The Brain's big scheme, and much, much more! So grab a box of cookies and a cup of Swiss Miss, turn off Wheel of Misfortune and get zany to the max with us! Hellooooooooooo Nurse!!!

(And also, Shawn takes a couple of minutes at the end to share his thoughts on Star Trek: Discovery.)

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Join the college-bound Lily as she and Scott give her a proper collegiate send-off by reviewing the hilarious second episode of Futurama's second season: Mars University! Listen as they discuss how Lily can learn from the college experiences of Fry and Guenter, reveal the multitude of gags you may have missed, and share some childhood amusement park horror stories. Super-intelligent talking monkeys, robot fraternities, Martian jungles, what's not to love?! ROBOT HOOOOOOOOOOOUSE!!! Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Shawn and Scott for this very special bonus edition of Hitting Play as they record an episode to, and from, the "Connecticut Comic Conn" (yes, spelled with two Ns), at the Mohegan Sun Convention Center in Uncasville, Connecticut. Listen as Shawn gives a lesson in Connecticut history, from the Revolutionary War, to World War II, to the plot of Goldfinger. They'll detail what comic books they hope to find, what celebrities they hope to see, and have a generally broad pop culture discussion along the way. You'll learn more about New London, Connecticut and the Star Wars bounty hunter Dengar than you ever thought possible. And on the way back, they'll discuss what they comic books they bought, what sights they saw, and unfortunately, what smells they smelled. So, sit back, and enjoy the ride along with them!  Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Lily, Shawn, and Scott as they discuss the the first episode of the hit sci-fi British-American coproduced drama: Humans! Listen as they compare the cut of the episode that aired on AMC in the U.S. with the Channel 4 U.K. edit, discuss the practicalities of "synth" ownership, review Isaac Asimov's Three Laws of Robotics and their application on the show, and get a review of the original Swedish version, Äkta Människor, from Vine superstar Daniel Ojanlatva. So, touch your chin, boot up, listen to the show while you recharge and enjoy some apricots. (We know they're your favorite.)  A big thank you to Daniel in Sweden for watching and reviewing Äkta Människor for us!  Follow Daniel Ojantlatva on Vine: http://www.vine.co/Daniel.Ojanlatva Follow Daniel Ojantlatva on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DanielOjanlatva  Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Lily, Scott, and special guest Hamish, as they discuss the first episode of the hilarious Comedy Central series starring Andy Daly: Review! Listen as Hamish gives the Australian perspective on this show, which was adapted from Phil Lloyd's Australian Broadcasting Corporation series: Review with Myles Barlow. They'll compare and contrast the U.S. and Aussie versions, talk about the similarities and differences in the characters of Forrest MacNeil and Myles Barlow, as well as discuss the state of the television industries in the U.S. and Australia. Plus, Hamish shares his awkward high school dance story. A great conversation spanning over 10,500 miles (16,900 kilometers)! Reviewing Review: 5 stars!    Follow Hamish on Vine: http://www.vine.co/Silent-Hamish  Follow Hamish on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SilentHamish  Follow Hamish on Tumblr: http://www.silenthamishart.tumblr.com    Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com  Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay  Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends  Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends  Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22  Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22  Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Lily and Scott as they review the first episode of ABC's hit show about a team of special agents, specially formed to investigate the strange happenings of the Marvel universe: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.! Listen as they discuss the history of one of comics' clunkiest acronyms, why comic book realities don't always translate well to live-action, why DC should have tied their shows to their cinematic universe, and why the resumption of the Mike Peterson storyline in episode 10, makes this show worth watching. Hey, have you heard about Tahiti? It's a special place.  Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78 

Join Lily, Scott, and special guest Kevin (AKA K1 of the movie riffing group One Wall Cinema) as they review some notable trailers and sneak peeks from San Diego Comic Con 2015! Including some big 2016 summer movies, upcoming TV shows, web series, and, of course, the latest on Star Wars. What's with the look of Apocalypse? Does Daisy Ridley play Han Solo's daughter? Is anyone really asking where the Heroes went? Do we have to watch Batman's parents die again? How will Ryan Reynolds' two Deadpools differ? Who should play Impossible Man in a Fantastic Four sequel? All of these questions are discussed, and many, many more! So dress up as your favorite obscure comic book character and enjoy the show...excelsior!  Discussed in this episode: Danger Mouse, Heroes Reborn, Fantastic Four, Con Man, Suicide Squad, X-Men: Apocalypse, Deadpool, Star Wars: Episode VII: The Force Awakens, and Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice.  Check out K1's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/OneWallCinema Check out One Wall Cinema on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/k1posterchild Check out One Wall Cinema: http://www.onewallcinema.com/  Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78

Join Lily, Shawn, and Scott, as guest Quizmaster, Dan, puts their TV and movie knowledge to the test in the Hitting Play Quiz Bowl! From trivia rounds covering knowledge of actors, actresses and their credits, to television series, top rated movies, and years of premieres, this covers it all!  So listen in, play along, keep track of your score, and enjoy the show!  Please email us at hittingplayshow@gmail.com  Hitting Play on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HittingPlay Scott's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MCandFriends Scott's Vine: http://www.vine.co/MCandFriends Lily's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Lilipution22 Lily's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/lilipution22 Shawn's Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ShawnWenzel78