Episode 131 : Touching Smells

A lot on our plate tonight, folks. Most of it is TV. William goes into great detail about how great a show that he does not like is. Tony talks about movies, because he’s a rebel like that. We get a behind the scenes look at the world of Azuretalon. And a lot of talk about synesthesia. Enjoy!

QUESTIONS:

Dear The Magical Talking Hat, With original programming, is Netflix changing the way we watch television? — Kiya B. 

 

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Episode 130 : Gone Home

Hi, all! We named the episode “Gone Home,” because that is the name of the video game that you all should play. So don’t forget it. But besides that, we talk about Fab Labs, recent film lots of songs, and toast! Enjoy!

QUESTIONS:

Dear The Magical Talking Hat, What is the best TV sitcom theme song? — Kiya B.

Assuming that the podcast is truly powered by humanity’s belief in toast; does it matter what kid of toast it is? E.g. do you get more power if it’s rye toast? What about toasted bagels? — Mark McKibben

 

LINKS:

Here’s the article about the new Fab Lab mentioned in last week’s episode.

Here is the game you need to play. PLAY IT!

 

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Episode 129 : The Heart Attack

Gourmet food, time travel, sex with dead people, and lots and lots of roller derby! An extra large episode, with extra large heart! Enjoy!

NOTE: Near the end of this episode, we get into a fairly heated discussion. We both consider ourselves to be ardent feminists, and take these things very seriously. So it get emotional, and causes us to run long. Don’t worry… afterwards, we had a nice long chat about it all, and everything is good. Mom and Dad aren’t fighting, dears. Don’t worry.

QUESTIONS:

*Dear Fizzogs of the Fez, If you could meet someone not now living, who would it be and what would you talk about? — Jas

*indicates question was abridged

LINKS:

This is the wave of the future, people. Check it out!

And this is an interesting podcast that you should check out as well.

 

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Episode 128 : Mystery Episode 12

This recording was found on a cassette tape, deep in the woods of New England, with a note taped to it that simply said, “Pepperidge Farm remembers…” Enjoy!

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Episode 127 : The Predator Alien Situation

On this week’s episode, we discuss those things that formed our views of life, as children. You know… TV. Also, William went to the fair! And Tony discusses his physique! Also, a very important public service announcement for everyone. Enjoy!

 

QUESTIONS:

Dear Chaps of the Chapeau, What story or series of stories (in any form) do you think are great for kids? (Talking narrative here — so not Sesame Street). — Jas

 

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Episode 126 : Take Face

William rehashes some things he’s said before, Tony is very, very tired. And William gets lessons in how to behave if he’s ever around humans. Oh, and debauchery! Enjoy!

QUESTIONS (* indicates the question was “digested.”)

Dear The Magical Talking Hat, Did you enjoy the new Superman movie? — Craig

Dear meat puppets of The Magical Talking Hat, Are you and the podcast real? Or just an elaborate J.J. Abrams show that will confuse everyone until the last episode (like Lost)?*   — Mark McKibben

Dear TMTH, Wikipedia reports William, prince of Orange (1840 – 1879), although heir apparent, died before taking the throne. Cause of death: debauchery. Please discuss.        –Beth

 

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Episode 125 : Irritable Bowl Syndrome

This is a Producer-heavy episode, Hatlings! So eat it up! She yells at Tony, gives us her take on phones, and drinks, and… probably other things I’ve forgotten. Enjoy!

QUESTIONS:

Dear Husband et al., When I finish yoga I’m always thirsty and crave a)Mike’s hard lemonade or b)full sugar Pepsi. Does this mean I’m going to a special yogic hell where we only practice revolved triangle, crazy inversions and head/handstands? — The Producer

Dear Hat Thralls, What do you look for in a cell phone? — Bloodsparrow

LINKS:

The Producer mentioned for a thing this weekend for those who are Pagan and local to Iowa City. If you’re interested, the link to their site is here.

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Episode 124 : Redneck Superman

Tonight we talk about some recent movies, go in-depth about some breakfast foods, explain nothing about some cultural difference, give you the inside scoop on a hot new comedian… and Tony tries to explain Warhammer 40K. Unsuccessfully. Enjoy!

 

QUESTIONS:

Breakfast eggs. How do you like them? (William eats those right?)I like mine poached or over easy. — Bloodsparrow

Warhammer 40,000 question, Can 20 trillion screaming zealots be wrong/ And are you familiar with the lore/books? — Stevan D. Grbic

Why do you think people in the UK call cookies “Biscuits”? — Bloodsparrow

LINKS: This is Kumail Nanjiani. He recently released his first album/hour special. You should get it. Here is the DVD and CD combo. And here is a download of the video for just five bucks!

 

 

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Episode 123 : Mystery Episode 11

A combination of heatwave and malfunctioning air conditioning has created a situation in which WE CANNOT RECORD TONIGHT. Luckily, we once again press our other-dimensional counterparts into service. So we don’t know what they said, or what questions were chosen. We just know that, once again, evil has saved the day. Enjoy!

 

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Episode 122 : The Truth About Sombreros

We get into a lot of stuff about our childhood here. Which mostly means TV. Yeah, we talk a lot about TV. But also books and movies. But mostly, it’s about how we grew up, and how seemingly innocuous media formed the people we are today. Also, we analyze wit. And we solve some great confusion from an early episode, regarding Hispanic headgear. Enjoy!

QUESTIONS:

Dear Boweled over by the Bowler, What’s the first story (movie, book, comic, etc.) that had a big impact on you as a kid? Yours in curiousity, Jas

Dear Hatters, What is the lowest form of wit? — Craig

IMAGES:

Sorry guys… I couldn’t get the pictures uploaded right.

 

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