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ATLA Episode 39: The Guru

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:47:26 GMT

As Season 2 winds down, the action ramps up for Team Avatar. Never split up the party!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:42 - Episode recap

01:56:24 - Final thoughts

"[ATLA] Comparing ATLA's animation studios (gallery in post)" from KenwaySaga on r/TheLastAirbender

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: Harry Nilsson - Coconut (Put The Lime In The Coconut) - Karaoke - Instrumental & lyrics (T2K0303) - tricky2k on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 38: The Earth King

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:52:49 GMT

A man. A plan. A bear. Ba Sing Se.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:13:34 - Episode recap

01:45:44 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 37: Lake Laogai

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Nick and Brendan invite you to listen to this podcast episode. We are so back, baby.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:27 - Episode recap

01:40:31 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 36: Appa's Lost Days

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:06:00 GMT

Our podcast returns to discuss a joyous celebration of Appa's romp through the Earth Kingdom. Guaranteed to make you smile!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:26 - Episode recap

01:36:00 - Final thoughts

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2023 Christmas Special! Courage the Cowardly Dog: The Nutcracker

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 08:30:00 GMT

BONUS: The boys are back at it again, talking about another... Christmas special? We'll see about that! Join us as Brendan leads the charge in discussing a musical episode of one of his favorite shows!

00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:11 - Episode Recap
00:54:19 - Final Thoughts

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 6: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Momo”

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Our two monkey-brained hosts finish off The Tales of Ba Sing Se by discussing a monkey-brained monkey whose just looking for his best buddy.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:53 - Episode recap

00:26:40 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 5: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Zuko”

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In Zuko's short story, he finds himself forced into a date with a peppy local girl. It goes about as well as you'd imagine.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:29 - Episode recap

00:28:12 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 4: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Sokka”

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

It's time for Part 4. When did Sokka learn haiku? Color me impressed!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:51 - Episode recap

00:15:25 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 3: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Aang”

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

We move into the third installment in The Tales of Ba Sing Se, where Aang turns some animals' frowns upside down and builds them a new zoo. Lions and tigers and bears? Oh yes!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:40 - Episode recap

00:27:12 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 2: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Iroh”

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's special episode, Brendan listens to Leaves From The Vine for the first time. Grab a tissue.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:35 - Episode recap

00:36:18 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits:
Leaves From The Vine (Little Soldier Boy) | CINEMATIC ORCHESTRAL VERSION - Samuel Kim Music on YouTube
for lu ten (Leaves from the vine but it's lofi hip hop) - L.Dre on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 35, Pt. 1: The Tales of Ba Sing Se, ”The Tale of Toph and Katara”

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:16:54 GMT

Nick and Brendan begin their week-long deep dive into The Tales of Ba Sing Se, starting with a girl-powered trip to the spa.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:21 - Episode recap

00:27:41 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: Cyndi Lauper - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (Official Instrumental) - Walid Fakhfakh on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 34: City of Walls and Secrets

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT

We're finally here in Ba Sing Se! Can't wait for things to go exactly according to plan. Hey wait, this thing is weird... and so is this thing... and this thing too... WHAT'S GOIN' ON 'ROUND HERE, HUH???

00:00:00 - Intro

00:14:24 - Episode recap

01:43:33 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 33: The Drill

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 15:52:40 GMT

This is NOT a drill: this episode is REALLY about a drill.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:14 - Episode recap

01:59:21 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 32: The Serpent’s Pass

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:37:55 GMT

Dangerous routes! Returning heroes and villains! Accidental kisses! All that and more await you in this episode.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:35 - Episode recap

01:39:24 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 31: The Desert

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:57:15 GMT

This delicious new episode is especially sweet! I hope you saved your appetite for... oh wait, it's not "The Dessert?" Eh that's fine, I'm not gonna edit this description, too lazy.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:10 - Episode recap

01:35:18 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 30: The Library

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Just look at the episode title- you know things are getting nerdy this week! Nick and Brendan spend some time gushing over the new Spider-Man game before getting their study on at the local library.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:46 - Episode recap

01:48:00 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 29: Bitter Work

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Are you tough enough to make it through this episode? Do you have the STUFF? DO YOU??

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:20 - Episode recap

01:29:18 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 28: The Chase

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Hope you've caught enough sleep to stay awake for this week's episode. Team Avatar's got fighting going on from all sides, including... within??

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:09 - Episode recap

01:31:16 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 27: Zuko Alone

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Zuko may be alone, but luckily Nick and Brendan have each other! Together they unpack one of the big episodes in ATLA history, covering every topic you'd expect: Uncrustables, many species of pigs, and Dana Carvey's 2002 hit "The Master of Disguise."

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:29 - Episode recap

01:51:05 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: Encanto - We Don't Talk About Bruno (Karaoke Version) (All Parts) - Sing King on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 26: The Blind Bandit

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 14:01:37 GMT

A new team member comes aboard in this week's episode. Unfortunately, though, we never do get to find out what The Boulder is cookin'.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:17:22 - Episode recap

01:43:12 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 25: Avatar Day

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Happy holidays, everyone! This week we find a quaint little town with a whole day devoted to our arrow-headed hero. Is it all fun and games? Listen to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:13:15 - Episode recap

01:48:37 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 24: The Swamp

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Things get a little sticky and stinky as we journey into a big swamp this week. What lessons will we learn? Not many!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:14 - Episode recap

01:39:29 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 23: Return to Omashu

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:52:26 GMT

It's in the title, folks- we're heading back to Omashu! Aang and the Gaang check in on what hijinks King Bumi's been up to these last few months, while Azula catches up with some old buddies.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:14:28 - Episode recap

01:43:14 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 22: The Cave of Two Lovers

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:05:35 GMT

A new group of flowery friends leads Aang and the Gaang to deep, dark places in this week's episode. Will they be able to survive the forbidden lovers' labyrinth, or will these stoned-out weirdos drive them to insanity?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:18 - Episode recap

01:30:41 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida (Instrumental) - Iron Butterfly - Topic on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 21: The Avatar State

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

As Season 2 begins, big events throw off the dynamic our characters were just starting to settle into. The big Avatar power that can defeat entire armies? It's got a fatal flaw. The family dynamic that will carry this uncle + nephew through their troubles? A new relative comes in and shakes things up. We've got a lot to learn this week!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:13:54 - Episode recap

02:06:33 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 01:58:00 GMT

It's dangerous to listen alone! Take this journey with Nick and Brendan through the highs and lows of the latest Zelda adventure.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:30 - Game recap

02:05:01 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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The Last Airbender

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 03:42:38 GMT

A long-promised episode arrives: our review of the M. Night Shyamalan film based on our favorite element-bending franchise. Does it live up to the hype? Was there every any hype to begin with? Listen in to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:32 - Movie recap

01:50:03 - Final thoughts

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The Best Episodes of Avatar: The Last Airbender Book 1

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

After watching through all 20 episodes, Nick and Brendan sit down to discuss the high points of ATLA's first season.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:20:00 - Ranking the episodes

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ATLA Episode 20: The Siege of the North, Part 2

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:05:00 GMT

To close out Season 1, Nick and Brendan embark on an epic journey filled with thrilling fights, trickster gods, and fish homicides. The fate of not just the Water Tribe but also the whole world is in the balance. Can good conquer evil? Come find out today!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:21 - Episode recap

02:15:47 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 19: The Siege of the North, Part 1

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

The first half of the season-ending finale is here, bringing action and tension and weirdly a lot of sadness. The Fire Nation vs. the Water Tribe: who will win???

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:59 - Episode recap

01:43:26 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 18: The Waterbending Master

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:12:00 GMT

We're finally here! After a long journey, Nick and Brendan settle in to some hijinks at the Northern Water Tribe, including late night bending lessons, terrible carvings, and truly awful cultural traditions.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:15 - Episode recap

01:39:04 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: Four Seasons - Trap Remix - BIGMack Beats on YouTube

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ATLA Episode 17: The Northern Air Temple

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

What the doodle?!? A new episode is here, with all the gadgets and gizmos and disappointing dads you could wish for.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:13:18 - Episode recap

01:41:23 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 16: The Deserter

Thu, 25 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT

If you can't handle the heat, stay out of this episode! Just kidding, please give us a listen...

After toying with some ATLA-themed AI projects, Nick and Brendan burn through an episode where Aang's childish impatience has some dire consequences. Cool episode, hot subject matter!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:19:36 - Episode recap

01:36:31 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 15: Bato of the Water Tribe

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Old friends, new conflicts, delightful perfumes- this episode has it all! Nick and Brendan talk about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and also talk about Bato, that guy from the Water Tribe. Which subject is more exciting to them? Find out today!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:18:50 - Episode recap

01:30:30 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 14: The Fortuneteller

Thu, 04 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT

We predict a lot of laughs will be found in this week's episode!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:37 - Episode recap

01:35:11 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 13: The Blue Spirit

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Aang's out on his own this week, and finds himself in a whole heap of trouble at the hands of newly-anointed Admiral Zhao. With Katara and Sokka down for the count, someone's gonna need to come save this little airbender. But WHO?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:54 - Episode recap

01:37:28 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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This week's music credits: Blue (Da Ba Dee) - Eiffel 65 (Karaoke Version) - EasyKaraoke on Youtube

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ATLA Episode 12: The Storm

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Aang has been dodging questions about his past since we met him, while Zuko's men have been dodging fireballs any time they bring up his past. Who will give us the answers we're looking for on these two troubled teens? Who???

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:21 - Episode recap

01:33:21 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Let's-a go to the movies! Join Nick and Brendan on their grand adventure to watch Mario and Luigi's grand adventure.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:31:00 - Movie recap

02:48:05 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 11: The Great Divide

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Into the canyon below. Who knows how this will go?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:43 - Episode recap

01:28:19 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 10: Jet

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Ah, love. It makes us act in funny ways: sleeping in a tree with a bunch of preteens; betraying your brother in favor of some guy you just met yesterday; dooming a town of innocent civilians to die in a horrible, horrible way. That's just love for you!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:25 - Episode recap

01:22:30 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 9: The Waterbending Scroll

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Katara has really goofed things up this time- not only is Aang showing her up at her own bending game, but also some pirates are after her for some petty theft. And Zuko is here too? What a mess!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:12 - Episode recap

01:30:54 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 8: Winter Solstice, Part 2: Avatar Roku

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT

The time has finally come for Aang to meet someone very important: himself (kinda)! In a game-changing, lore-heavy special episode, Nick and Brendan spend time talking about all the things you'd expect them to: theme park rides, Dr. Evil, and, of course, Bobby Flay.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:44 - Episode recap

01:32:24 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 7: Winter Solstice, Part 1: The Spirit World

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Kicking off a special two-part event, Aang has a new hat as part of his Avatar duties: being the bridge between man and spirits. Meanwhile, Zuko goes on a daring mission to rescue his dear uncle Iroh, though the old dog shows off a few new tricks. Also meanwhile, Nick and Brendan goof around, as they always do. A classic episode!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:59 - Episode recap

01:15:50 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 6: Imprisoned

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 08:58:09 GMT

Prison break! With Sokka's cunning plan, the Avatar's skillset, and most importantly Katara's inspiration, this group of oppressed earthbenders will surely bust their way outta this joint in this week's episode.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:20 - Episode recap

01:31:11 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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ATLA Episode 5: The King of Omashu

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT

This week we're introduced to a very level-headed government official that Aang has certainly never met before in his life. Is it a deadly challenge for us to make it through this episode? Come find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:28 - Episode recap

01:27:00 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits: Seinfeld Stand Up Segment Music - JackieChannel on Youtube

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ATLA Episode 4: The Warriors of Kyoshi

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT

What started as a simple pit stop to ride some wild animals turns into a raucous and romantic rendezvous on Kyoshi Island. Will Aang be able to keep his Avatar fame from getting to his bald head? Will Katara be able to put up with his cockiness? Will Sokka be able to finally get over his misogynistic ways? We're about to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:42 - Episode recap

01:16:39 - Final thoughts

The Cultures of Avatar: The Last Airbender on tumblr

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Game of the Year 2022

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 17:42:13 GMT

BONUS: Yes we're a couple months into 2023, but let's rewind the clock to talk about our favorite gaming experiences of the last year! Nick and Brendan rattle off lists of the best and worst video games that 2022 had to offer, then each name their personal top 10 games of the year. It's a long episode, folks!

00:08:03 - Remember This One?

00:32:51 - Most Missed Game

00:40:03 - Most Disappointing Game

00:53:30 - Hardest Bounce-off

01:07:22 - Favorite Non-2022 Game

01:21:46 - Honorable Mentions

01:43:30 - Top 10

02:16:50 - Top 5

Music by JX

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ATLA Episode 3: The Southern Air Temple

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Aang invites us to his mountaintop home and Zuko is reunited with an old firebending friend. Everything is gonna be fine and we're all gonna have a fun time this week, right? Right??

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:43 - Episode recap

01:11:40 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 2: The Avatar Returns

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Aang couldn't be anything more than just a sweet, innocent little boy- could he? Nick and Brendan catch up on what they've been up to recently, then observe the Southern Water Tribe finally catching up to the true nature of their new airbending visitor.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:16:59 - Episode recap

01:05:08 - Final thoughts

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ATLA Episode 1: The Boy in the Iceberg

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Like a bald-headed child frozen in a block of ice for a century, we have reemerged after a long hiatus to save the world of podcasting. Will we be moved by the elemental abilities our main characters possess? Or will everything change when boredom and disinterest attack? ATLAst our journey through Avatar: The Last Airbender has begun!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:24:17 - Episode recap

01:25:21 - Final thoughts

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Avatar

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT

We're back! After a long hiatus, Nick and Brendan reunite to discuss the next topic we'll be diving deep into on this podcast: Avatar!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:42 - Recap

01:24:14 - Final thoughts

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Music credits: "Invading The Palace" - The Track Team (Jeremy Zuckerman & Benjamin Wynn)

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Announcing Our Next Project!

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Nick and Brendan have a special announcement... come find out what our next podcast project is and when you can listen to it!

Music credits: "Invading The Palace" - The Track Team (Jeremy Zuckerman & Benjamin Wynn)

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2022 Christmas Special! Invader Zim: The Most Horrible X-Mas Ever

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 07:00:00 GMT

BONUS: HO-HO-Holy crap it's a Christmas special! In this very special holiday episode of Gotta Recap Brendan takes the reigns and leads us through the story of Invader Zim's holiday episode "The Most Horrible X-Mas Ever!" After a brief history of the shows short run on Nickelodeon the boys discuss every horrifying moment of a small green alien's attempt to rule the world using the power of Santa.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:00 - Episode recap

01:08:34 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack: Our Final Recap

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this very special, bittersweet episode, Nick and Brendan reunite to give their final thoughts on the time-traveling samurai warrior known as Jack. After delivering final thoughts, we plow through a series of rankings of our all-time favorite (and least favorite) things about the Cartoon Network classic. Thanks for supporting us throughout this journey- our next project is coming soon!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:21 - Brendan's Best Bets

00:23:25 - Talking about Samurai Jack

Rankings of Samurai Jack stuff:

00:38:36 - Top 5 characters

00:48:00 - Ranking the seasons

00:53:10 - "All Cool Style" moment

01:00:27 - Most frustrating moment

01:06:14 - Funniest moment

01:12:33 - Best fight

01:19:18 - Best/worst Samurai Jack video game

01:23:12 - Best Samurai Jack fit

01:29:55 - Best Aku form/disguise

01:35:55 - Best setting

01:40:17 - Best episode title

01:43:14 - Worst episode title

01:48:13 - Bottom 3 episodes

01:54:03 - Top 5 episodes

02:09:07 - Our final thoughts on Samurai Jack

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Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:55:51 GMT

BONUS: It's gaming time! In a long overdue episode, Nick and Brendan struggle their way through the most recent (and possibly final?) Samurai Jack video game. Did we have fun? You'll find out rather quickly, but we'll spend a long time telling you why/why not!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:16:47 - Game recap

01:45:22 - The secret ending of Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time

01:56:02 - Final thoughts

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2022 Halloween Special! Billy & Mandy’s Jacked-Up Halloween

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

BOO-NUS: Happy Halloween, boys and ghouls! As a special treat, Nick and Brendan shake things up and review an especially spooky an episode of another Cartoon Network classic, The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy. The boys share their childhood Halloween memories and their personal histories with the show, then get straight into recapping this chilling chapter in the story of a dumb boy, an angry girl, and their skeletal sidekick.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:17:08 - Episode recap

01:16:55 - Final thoughts

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The Ultimate Samurai Jack Villain Tournament!

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

BONUS: Scoundrels! Dastards! Miscreants! Samurai Jack has faced them all and defeated them all along the way, but what if they all had to face... each other? Nick and Brendan engage in arguably the dorkiest discussion they've ever had and determine who is the greatest and most powerful villain in the history of the show!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:25 - Sinister 16

00:43:28 - Evil 8

00:57:09 - Fearsome 4

01:07:26 - Championship

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The Best Episodes of Samurai Jack Season 5

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Though we've watched every episode and discussed each of them at length, don't you dare think we're done here just yet! Nick and Brendan celebrate Samurai Jack's final season and rank each episode from their least favorites (but still loved!) to the absolute best of the best. This is the last time we have to do this- much like Jack's ending, it's a bittersweet feeling!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:29:42 - Ranking the episodes

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Samurai Jack Episode CI

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Long ago in a distant land, Nick and Brendan started watching a classic Cartoon Network show. Now that they've reached the end, we all need to see how our samurai warrior's story wraps up. Can he fulfill his mission and return to the past to undo the future that is Aku without paying the ultimate price? What will become of our beloved, favorite characters, both new and old? We will all find out together- hold our hands as we journey through the series finale of Samurai Jack!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:41 - Episode recap

01:44:39 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode C

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Next episode we'll wrap it all up, so naturally this episode we'll set it all up! Nick and Brendan detail their hopes and frustrations in the final days of this show they've recapped for dozens of hours, then spend 20 minutes discussing the most controversial moment in Samurai Jack history. We're ready for the end... are you?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:20 - Episode recap

01:23:01 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCIX

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 09:02:00 GMT

Love is in the air this time around, and things get a little hot and heavy on this week's pod. Nick and Brendan observe Cartoon Network's 30th anniversary before recapping Jack and Ashi's romantic romp through a derelict space jail. Freshen up your breath- it's smoochin' time!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:14:30 - Episode recap

01:11:16 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits: Kiss the Girl - Karaoke/Instrumental

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Samurai Jack Episode XCVIII

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

After signing up Ashi to the good guy squad and putting some of his darker days behind him, Samurai Jack knows there's one important thing left to do before the final battle: he's gotta get that dang ol' sword back!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:17:50 - Episode recap

01:25:16 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCVII

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

We’ve had some good times together on this podcast, haven’t we? Well it’s time for those memories to come rushing back, as Ashi says hello to all the friends Samurai Jack has made in his 50 years of traveling and heroism. We love fan service!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:37 - Episode recap

01:23:09 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCVI

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

After saving her skin in last week’s episode, Ashi asks Jack to save her soul in this week’s episode. Take a magical tour around the (not so) beautiful world of Aku with us today!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:26 - Episode recap

01:21:10 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits: Aladdin | A Whole New World | Karaoke Duet

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Samurai Jack Episode XCV

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

A colossal monster is hungry, and Samurai Jack is on the menu! After admitting their surprise affection for the newest video game featuring Cartoon Network characters, Nick and Brendan dive into the belly of the beast in the latest episode, in which Jack fights for survival against not only some intestinal denizens but also the person he's trying to save: a very angry and persistent Ashi!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:14:20 - Episode recap

01:08:26 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCIV

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Jack's got a new outlook on life in this week's episode. No longer bogged down by the crushing weight of morality, he goes on a killing spree for the ages. Look out: Jack'll get ya!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:54 - Episode recap

01:15:54 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCIII

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Already at an all-time mental low point, Jack has to find a way to push through what may be his deadliest encounter yet as the Daughters of Aku chase him down inside an ancient temple. This is a heavy episode, folks.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:17 - Episode recap

01:14:14 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XCII

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:00:00 GMT

After more than a decade in the dark, Samurai Jack returns to finish what he started! Nick and Brendan catch up on what Genndy Tartakovsky and co. were up between the years 2004 and 2017, then begin recapping the fantastic, ferocious, less family-friendly fifth and FINAL season of the Cartoon Network/Adult Swim classic!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:27:05 - Episode recap

1:28:30 - Final thoughts

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The Samurai Jack Comic Books Blowout!

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:00 GMT

BONUS: Dear listeners (or perhaps "readers"), join us as we whisk you away to the magical, non-canonical world of the Samurai Jack comic book series! Nick and Brendan run through all 20 issues of the main comic series that ran from 2013 to 2015, "Samurai Jack: Tales of the Wandering Warrior".

00:16:27 - Volume 1: The Threads of Time

00:38:45 - Volume 2: The Scotsman’s Curse

00:56:19 - Volume 3: Quest For the Broken Blade

01:20:00 - Volume 4: The Warrior-King

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Which Samurai Jack Character Are You?

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

BONUS: Not satisfied with their own identities, Nick and Brendan undergo rigorous questioning from an online survey to finally answer the question that's on everyone's lips: which Samurai Jack characters are they?

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"Which Samurai Jack character are you?", a quiz by LiteraryCosplayer

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The Best Episodes of Samurai Jack Season 4

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Season 4 has wrapped up, but we've got more to say! Nick and Brendan present their personal rankings of the episodes from the final season of Samurai Jack's original Cartoon Network run. Which episodes delighted us? Which episodes disappointed us? You're about to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:34 - Ranking the episodes

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Samurai Jack Episode LII: Jack and the Baby

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

How ‘bout them peaches? In the Season 4 finale (and the final episode of Samurai Jack’s original run on Cartoon Network), Jack saves a stranded baby and sets out to find its parents. The sound of the baby’s crying is drowned out by the sound of Nick and Brendan’s laughter at some of the most hilarious (and appalling) bits we’ve ever seen on this show. MOMOTARO!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:10 - Episode recap

1:07:14 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode LI: Young Jack in Africa

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Jambo, friends! Welcome to a special flashback episode, in which a young Samurai Jack makes one of the early stops on his training montage: an African village led by a strong (but sympathetic) chief. Things take a tragic turn, though, and Jack must find a way to put his newfound skills to use to save his family from a sinister rival tribe aided by a certain shapeshifting sorcerer.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:35 - Episode recap

00:55:28 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode L: Tale of X-49

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

After breaking down their favorite Aku episodes featuring the late great voice actor Mako, self-identified "sweet things" Nick and Brendan discuss the fan-favorite tale of a robot assassin with a human side to him that makes a run at Samurai Jack, fighting to save his beloved companion.

Content warning: this episode contains descriptions of gun violence.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:18:00 - Episode recap

01:15:31 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits:

Noire #1 by Music By Pedro https://goo.gl/sJT2e8

Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0

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Samurai Jack Episode XLIX: The Four Seasons of Death

Wed, 25 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Samurai Jack is the reason for all seasons! In this episode, our hero must fight to survive a series of deadly encounters spread out across the calendar. Be it scorching heat or frigid cold, Jack will find a way!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:31 - Episode recap

01:17:50 - Final thoughts

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Cartoon Network Press Release, August 2004

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Samurai Jack Episode XLVIII: Jack vs. Aku

Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT

It's all come down to this- finally, they're actually gonna fight! Aku has a proposition for Jack that may end their feud once and for all, but both sides have to agree to some unusual conditions. Who will gain the upper hand and dominate this duel? Listen now to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:13:31 - Episode recap

01:10:35 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XLVII: Jack and the Flying Prince and Princess

Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Luke out below, a new episode is inVader-ing your podcast feeds! After commending the great women in Samurai Jack history (and lamenting how few of them there truly are), Nick and Brendan work as hard as they can to sniff out the many Star Wars references in this week's episode. Now THIS is podcasting!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:16:04 - Episode recap

01:13:44 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episodes XLV & XLVI: The Scotsman Saves Jack, Parts I & II

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:01:00 GMT

We're pulling double duty this week as we cover not one but TWO episodes starring our favorite tartan-clad laddie. The Scotsman's best friend, a man regularly known as Samurai Jack, is dawdling around on a boat with a new name and a new job. Something is not quite right here, and the big, burly brawler is gonna get to the bottom of it.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:50 - Episode recap

01:42:57 - Final thoughts

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Cartoon Network/Adult Swim Archives Wiki

This week's music credits: Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe (Karaoke Version) (Originally Performed By Barry White)

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Samurai Jack Episode XLIV: The Princess and the Bounty Hunters

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Jack takes a casual stroll toward a cozy cabin deep into the snowy woods, where some new friends are waiting to throw him a surprise party. Will they perfect the routine they've been practicing in anticipation of his arrival, or will Jack spoil the surprise and show them how things are really done around here?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:03 - Episode recap

01:10:07 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XLIII: The Aku Infection

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:01:00 GMT

In this week's episode, an all-powerful demon from space that can't be damaged by anything on Earth somehow catches a cold, then passes it on to his buddy. The side effects are pretty nasty, though, and almost cost Jack everything he's been working for. Can he kick this sickness, or will it consume him forever?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:07 - Episode recap

01:24:40 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XLII: Samurai vs. Samurai

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT

No bout adout it- Da Samurai is in the house! The one-year anniversary of our podcast coincides with the introduction of one of our source material's largest personalities/biggest phonies. Come for the funky boombox tunes, stay for the "Monk Dunk."

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:26 - Episode recap

01:04:56 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XLI: Robo-Samurai vs. Mondo-bot

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

The big boys slug it out this week. No, not Nick and Brendan... I'm referring to Robo-Samurai and Mondo-Bot, of course! Jack makes use of an ancient magic to swell up and square off with his largest foe yet. Can anything hurt him, or really even affect him? This episode answers that question.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:37 - Episode recap

01:05:19 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XL: Jack vs. the Ninja

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Season 4, the final season of "classic" Samurai Jack, kicks off with an instant classic episode. After Brendan delivers his predictions on what the future of this show holds, the boys dig into the battle between our lighthearted hero and Aku's latest agent of darkness. Which fighter will gain the upper hand in one of the series' best fights? Tune in to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:58 - Episode recap

01:08:33 - Final thoughts

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The Best Episodes of Samurai Jack Season 3

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Season 3 has come to a close, but before we're ready to move on to the next season, we simply must do one important exercise: we gotta rank these episodes! Join Nick and Brendan as they present their personal rankings from worst to best. Things get a little crazier this time than in past seasons- come see what happens!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:36 - Ranking the episodes

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXIX: Jack and the Labyrinth

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

A-maze-ing! Brendan shows off his word puzzle prowess before Samurai Jack flashes his own "video game-y" puzzle prowess. Fans of thievery will find a lot to love this week!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:15:28 - Episode recap

01:10:12 - Final thoughts

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This week's music credits:

Covert Affair by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/

Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/iYOvAO1rAM0

License: CC BY 3.0 https://goo.gl/Yibru5

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXVIII: The Birth of Evil, Part II

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Evil is born! Nick and Brendan dive right in to the second half of this meaty, two-part special, marveling at Jack's dad's brutal fighting style and rolling their eyes at the nonstop reminders of the power of righteousness and the human spirit.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:18 - Episode recap

01:05:34 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXVII: The Birth of Evil, Part I

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Long ago in distant space, a shapeshifting blob of darkness was comprised of unspeakable evil. But three all-powerful gods wielding magic weapons stepped forth to oppose it. Before the final blow was struck, they tore off a piece of the blob and flung it toward Earth, where the evil laid low. Now the citizens of Earth seek to save their planet and prevent the future that is Aku.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:49 - Episode recap

01:04:25 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXVI: Jack, the Monks, and the Ancient Master’s Son

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Samurai Jack has an important realization in this episode: he knows Kung Fu. But he quickly realizes he's not the only one trained in this ancient fighting style, and his new fighting friends agree that he's gotta get back and vow to help him. Will Jack seize this opportunity to undo the future that is Aku? Signs point to no!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:06 - Episode recap

01:09:30 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXV: Jack and the Haunted House

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Jack enters a house of many haunts, and must find a way to survive the night and save a humble family tormented by a demon dragon horse. It's all a little too spooky for me. Beware of spiders!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:40 - Episode recap

01:11:49 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXIV: Jack and the Swamp Wizard

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This week, Jack makes a new friend who promises to help him with his time travel quest. Something seems real familiar about this hermit, though... Nick and Brendan spend a great deal of time trying to figure out exactly where they've seen this guy before.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:30 - Episode recap

01:23:07 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXIII: Jack and the Annoying Creature

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

As this week's title suggests, Jack really has his hands full in this episode. Will his newest friend prove to be a trusted ally that aids him on his quest through time, or will it throw a wrench into his efforts every step of the way? As it turns out, both of those realities are partially true!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:21 - Episode recap

01:02:24 - Final thoughts

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Game of the Year 2021

Sat, 25 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

BONUS: Hey! Listen! In a surprise move, the boys get together to discuss one of their biggest loves outside of Samurai Jack: video games. Nick and Brendan reminisce on some of the hidden gems and biggest duds of the past year, then take turns presenting their personal top 10 games of the year for 2021. Will we crown an official "Gotta Recap GOTY 2021"? Get over here and find out!

00:10:21 - Remember This One?

00:17:22 - Most Missed Game

00:21:37 - Most Disappointing Game

00:30:00 - Hardest Bounce-off

00:35:00 - Honorable Mentions

00:48:13 - Our top 10 games of the year

Music by JX

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXII: Jack and the Traveling Creatures

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Jack and the Traveling Creatures, eh? We're taking a simple joyride on the back of some big beasts this week, you say? Jack gets in a big fight with the local bad boy? Sounds pretty standard, surely this couldn't be one of the most important episodes in Samurai Jack history. Could it?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:28 - Episode recap

00:56:03 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXXI: Jack and the Scarab

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:51:01 GMT

An ancient prophecy written in a dead language on the side of a tomb. An evil fighting force unleashed from their eternal prison. A divine protector descending from the sky on a golden highway. When Samurai Jack and ancient Egypt collide, you know things are going to be epic.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:13 - Episode recap

01:06:22 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXX: Jack and the Zombies

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:02:00 GMT

Walkers. Rotters. Freakers. Infected. Call them what you will, but these undead foes put Jack through one wild night in this week's episode. Can our scared samurai send these flesh-eating ghouls back to the grave? Let's find out together!

P.S. - Boo!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:07 - Episode recap

01:00:09 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXIX: Couple on a Train

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Howdy, partners! After Nick puts Brendan's memory to the test, the boys mosey through a rootin', tootin' episode with gun-slinging bounty hunters and podcast-shattering real world implications. We're gonna take our show on an Old West train, and we'll laugh till we can't no more.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:46 - Episode recap

01:19:02 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXVIII: Jack and the Rave

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Guaranteed to make your booty shake impulsively, our newest episode introduces Samurai Jack to perhaps his most ill-fitting culture yet: techno music and raves. Can our disguised defender save a troupe of troubled teens from the blaring bass beats and seductive synthesizers, or will he get KO'd by a DJ? Tune in to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:47 - Episode recap

01:03:00 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXVII: Chicken Jack

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT

Our podcast is bawk bawk bawk! After a long rest, Nick and Brendan return to open up the third season of Samurai Jack. This week, a wizard's curse turns Jack into a chicken. You'd think that would change the format of the show pretty dramatically, but things remain surprisingly consistent no matter what species this two-winged warrior fights in. Cock-a-doodle-do give us a listen!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:09:16 - Episode recap

01:05:43 - Final thoughts

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The Best Episodes of Samurai Jack Season 2

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:10:00 GMT

We have fully recapped the episodes of season 2, but that doesn't mean we're done here just yet. Nick and Brendan reflect on where Samurai Jack has gone in the past grouping of 13 episodes, then battle it out to see whose episode rankings will reign supreme. Will opinions finally diverge? Will the podcast be able to continue on after such a heated debate? Tune in to find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:14 - Ranking the episodes

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Samurai Jack Episode XXVI: Jack‘s Shoes

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 09:27:00 GMT

Season 2 comes to a close as Jack tries on some clothes. Some two-wheeled ruffians destroy two of Jack's favorite fashion items, and he must find a worthy replacement to keep fighting the good fight. Are you ready for a good ol' fashioned shoe montage? We sure are!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:22 - Episode recap

01:12:39 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXV: Jack and the Spartans

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:04:50 GMT

Have you ever seen the movie “300”? No? Alright, take a break from reading this episode description and go knock that bad boy out.

Alright, welcome back. What did you think? Hope you liked it, because this week Jack does pretty much the same thing. It’s weird! But good!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:24 - Episode recap

01:02:04 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXIV: Jack Is Naked

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Mushroom madness! When a thief swipes Jack's clothes, he chases it into a rabbit hole and finds himself naked and afraid in a strange land. Will he apprehend this bandit and cover up his buff bod? Do Nick and Brendan know enough about Alice in Wonderland to speak on this episode authoritatively? Let's find out together!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:35 - Episode recap

01:09:25 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXIII: Jack vs. Demongo, the Soul Collector

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:01:00 GMT

Everyone protect your essence- Demongo has arrived! Nick and Brendan discuss an odd episode of our beloved television show, headlined by an especially odd demon. Can Jack find a way to fight off this powerful sorcerer? More importantly, can we find a way to put up with him for a 22-minute episode? Let's find out!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:14 - Episode recap

00:51:30 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXII: Jack vs. the Five Hunters

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 09:06:00 GMT

The chase is on! After celebrating Adult Swim's 20th anniversary, Nick and Brendan run down a very action-packed episode Samurai Jack, in which our titular hero is pursued by a pack of highly skilled hunters. Will he escape their grasp and live to see another day? Probably... we have lots of episodes left to watch!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:54 - Episode recap

01:06:06 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XXI: Jack and the Dragon

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:00:00 GMT

There are few topics that could inspire the longest episode of this podcast to date. Fortunately, Nick and Brendan are oversized children, and they're able to stay mightily invested in this week's subject: big, smelly farts.

Between talk of Psychonauts 2, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and the classic board game Operation, we do manage to squeeze in plenty of thoughts on what may be the most buck-wild episode of Samurai Jack yet. Warning: scratch and sniff cards NOT recommended for this week's viewing.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:22 - Episode recap

01:03:15 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XX: Jack and the Monks

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 09:12:00 GMT

Samurai Jack sets out on a dangerous journey, and Nick and Brendan have some questions. What’s up with these three strange monks he meets? What is this mystical power they speak of, and why is it all the way at the top of a big, scary mountain? Did any of this really happen? Join us as we feel smart for once in our miserable lives!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:38 - Episode recap

00:53:36 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XIX: Jack Remembers the Past

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:02:00 GMT

Who says you can't go home? As our favorite time-traveling hero happens upon a place of great personal significance, Nick and Brendan endure the highs and lows of the most emotional Samurai Jack episode to date. Laugh with us! Cry with us! REMEMBER WITH US!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:27 - Episode recap

00:54:47 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XVIII: Jack and the Ultra-Robots

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:10:00 GMT

"Jack only fights robots," we said. "It's alright because it's just dead robots," we thought. Little did we know that robot murder would be perhaps the most chilling topic we've seen on this show so far.

Nick and Brendan time travel back to the magical year of 2001 to briefly celebrate Samurai Jack's 20th anniversary, then spend a long time decompressing after a stressful, action-pack episode that sees Jack duking it out with some evil robots who don't hesitate to butcher their fellow robot brethren. It's a violent one, folks!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:55 - Episode recap

01:01:57 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XVII: Jack and the Scotsman II

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Have you ever dreamt of galivanting through the beautiful, rolling hills of the Highlands? Do you desire a steaming, heaping helping of haggis? Does the idea of a burly hero (and his wise samurai partner) saving his lovely wife from certain death fill you with a sense of adventure and passion? If you answered "Yes" to any of the above questions, we have a heck of an episode for you!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:09 - Episode recap

00:50:35 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XVI: Jack and the Smackback

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Can you smell what Jack is cooking? Our favorite samurai warrior, newly dubbed “Two Sandals the Treacherous,” finds himself trapped in a spooky dome and forced into a fierce fight to the death. Is Jack ready to rumble and claim his crown as the king of this ring? Come find out with us!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:04 - Episode recap

00:54:52 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XV: Jack Tales

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:09:00 GMT

Shorter stories means a shorter podcast episode...right?? Wrong! After daydreaming about a Cartoon Network fighting game, Nick and Brendan bloviate about this series of smaller tales starring Jack and a cast of bizarre, disparate characters. Do they all work well together? Come find out!

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:11 - Episode recap

00:46:15 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XIV: Jack Learns to Jump Good

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Season 2 has arrived, and Nick and Brendan couldn't be more excited to jump into it. Jack learns how to up his up's from a pack of friendly monkeys. Training montages? Check. Aku pranks? We got 'em. Little pink gorilla butts? Oh yeah baby, they're here. Join us, and jump good! Perhaps one day we'll learn to podcast good...

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:32 - Episode recap

00:42:47 - Final thoughts

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The Best Episodes of Samurai Jack Season 1

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:21:21 GMT

Season 1 is a thing of the past! Join Nick and Brendan as they recap what made the first 13 episodes of Samurai Jack such a special experience. Then, things get (mildly) heated as they present their personal rankings of each episode, then use the power of science to create an objective, definitive order from worst to best. Thank you all for a great first season- we're only just getting started!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:15 - Ranking the episodes

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Samurai Jack Episode XIII: Aku’s Fairy Tales

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Once upon a time in the future, an all-powerful demon had a hard time using his words to win over a room full of small children. The demon tried to appeal to the young ones through classic stories and folk tales, but couldn’t quite get the details right and maybe did more harm to his reputation than good. Will they all live happily ever after? Tune in to find out as Nick and Brendan cover the final episode of Samurai Jack Season 1!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:12 - Episode recap

00:49:52 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XII: Jack and the Gangsters

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Our latest episode has all of the Samurai Jack staples that you expect: a mystical jewel granting world-bending powers, an epic battle between a heroic warrior and a shapeshifting master of darkness, and.... robots carrying tommy guns!?

Nick and Brendan take a ride through the roaring '20s (3020s?) and quickly realize their takes on this wild episode are much further apart than they expected. Will their friendship survive this hour-long recording? Let's find out together, see! Nyah! Nyah!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:42 - Episode recap

00:47:20 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode XI: Jack and the Scotsman

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Ach! Jack runs into a fellow warrior on the road, but this boisterous blowhard may be more than his subdued samurai sensibilities can handle. Nick and Brendan wrangle with a whole slew of Scottish insults and dig through an episode bursting at the seams with goofs and gags like a haggis-filled basket.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:39 - Episode recap

00:59:15 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode X: Jack and the Lava Monster

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT

By Odin's beard! Thou hast happened upon a tale for all ages, fraught with despair and heroicism, not worthy to fall upon a mere mortal's ears. Steel thine headphones, and venture forth into the epic saga that is this podding cast: Must Recount!

Following a recent Twitter trend, Nick and Brendan compile their Mount Rushmore of Cartoon Network characters. They then dig in to a truly over-the-top episode of another Cartoon Network property, taking time to marvel at the meticulously-designed obstacle courses and melodramatic Viking warriors. It's a doozy!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:09 - Episode recap

00:50:38 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode IX: Jack Under the Sea

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Ahoy, mateys! Dive overboard with Samurai Jack and plunder the ocean depths for treasure, such as... a time machine? Sounds too good to be true!

Nick and Brendan entertain some SamJack FanFic, then discuss the chillest and squishiest episode of the series yet. You will get wet; you may get soaked!

00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:28 - Episode recap

00:47:54 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode VIII: Jack vs. Mad Jack

Wed, 26 May 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Argh! Gah! D'oh! Nick and Brendan didn't feel like making an episode this week, but they recorded one and are pretty dang P.O.'d about it.

Jack fights off a score of cartoonish bounty hunters trying to score the huge price on his head, and grows increasingly more frustrated, as anyone would. Aku hatches a clever scheme, and Jack must defeat his most menacing foe yet: himself!?

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:29 - Episode recap

00:46:46 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode VII: Jack and the Three Blind Archers

Wed, 19 May 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Join Nick and Brendan as they marvel at one of the all-time great episodes of Samurai Jack. Everything gets covered here, from the masterful sound design to the insistence on a mostly-naked Jack. Come for the celebration of storytelling, stay for the multiple Happy Gilmore references.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:10 - Episode recap

00:57:26 - Final thoughts

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Samurai Jack Episode VI: Jack and the Warrior Woman

Wed, 12 May 2021 09:05:00 GMT

Jack learns of a magical item that can help him return to the past and fulfill his destiny. However, a mysterious woman appears and threatens to derail his quest. Will Jack be able to ignore his heart and start using his head?

...The answer is no, not at all. Nick and Brendan spend an episode's length just shaking their heads in audio format. Foolish samurai.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:35 - Episode recap

00:46:28 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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Samurai Jack Episode V: Jack in Space

Wed, 05 May 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Blast off into adventure with Samurai Jack! After some scientists have their emergency escape plans postponed by our wandering warrior, Jack agrees to help protect them from Aku's insect armies in exchange for a one-way ticket back to his own time. This is no ordinary fight for Jack, though... this battle is in the stars! Join Nick and Brendan as they bask in the sci-fi absurdity.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:03 - Episode recap

00:51:41 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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Samurai Jack Episode IV: Jack, the Woolies and the Chritchellites

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:10:00 GMT

Nick and Brendan humbly invite you to the fourth episode of our budding podcast, where we finally move into the nitty-gritty of what Samurai Jack is truly all about. This episode is all about loving some big, furry animals, hating some little, irritating cretins, and everything in between.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:00 - Episode recap

00:49:50 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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Samurai Jack Episode III: The First Fight

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT

The first fight is upon us! Jack faces off against a hoard of Aku destroyer beetle drones for the fate of all dogkind. Nick and Brendan pick apart the climactic conclusion of the series' opening movie and nerd out over Jack's battle strategy & ruthless swordsmanship. Warning: some highly-accurate TV character impressions may shock you.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:13 - Episode recap

00:55:41 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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Samurai Jack Episode II: The Samurai Called Jack

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Jack to the future! Earth has undergone a few changes after several thousand years under Aku's rule, and Jack has to get a grip ASAP so he can serve as man's best friend's last hope. Join Nick and Brendan as they critique future slang, recall their past experiences in nightclubs, and put their internet search term savvy to the test.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:05 - Episode recap

00:54:59 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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Samurai Jack Episode I: The Beginning

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:00:00 GMT

In the debut episode, Nick and Brendan spend some time discussing childhood cartoon favorites and personal histories with Cartoon Network, including their earliest memories of Samurai Jack. They then move on to recap the opening third of the series' epic premiere movie, covering everything from the usefulness of the ancient Egyptian language to Aku's business card.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:16:19 - Episode recap

01:03:57 - Final thoughts

Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram.

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