Digest

The episode begins with Paul Sheer welcoming listeners to "Last Looks," a segment where listeners can voice their issues with the previous episode. Listeners point out several inaccuracies in the Merlin the Return episode, including the presence of wheeled vehicles in medieval times, Merlin's lack of aging despite being on Earth for 1500 years, and the movie's budget being confused with its box office gross. Paul then plays a Wiz Quiz game with Jason Mantzoukas, testing their knowledge of wizards in film. The episode concludes with Paul announcing next week's movie, The Happening, a 2008 M Night Shyamalan sci-fi drama starring Mark Wahlberg, Zoe Deschanel, and John Leguizamo.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Corrections and Omissions

This Chapter begins with Paul Sheer welcoming listeners to "Last Looks," a segment where listeners can voice their issues with the previous episode. Listeners point out several inaccuracies in the Merlin the Return episode, including the presence of wheeled vehicles in medieval times, Merlin's lack of aging despite being on Earth for 1500 years, and the movie's budget being confused with its box office gross. Paul also shares a call from a listener who provides fascinating information about the history of bananas, proving that the movie did not do its research.

00:10:32

Foster Parents and Madame Webb

This Chapter features two calls from listeners about Madame Webb. The first call is from an anonymous caller who shares a moving story about their experience as a foster parent and the importance of fostering older children. The second call is from Devon, who reveals that Sony lawyers intervened in the post-production of Madame Webb, forcing them to remove the phrase "with great power comes great responsibility." Paul is amused by this revelation and praises both callers for their insightful contributions.

00:13:53

Wiz Quiz with Jason Mantzoukas

This Chapter features a Wiz Quiz game with Jason Mantzoukas, where Paul tests their knowledge of wizards in film. The game is played in a fast-paced and humorous manner, with both Paul and Jason demonstrating their knowledge of various wizard characters and actors. The game ends in a tie, with both Paul and Jason scoring three points.

00:17:52

Podcast Recommendations and The Happening

This Chapter features a conversation between Paul and Jason about their favorite podcasts. They discuss a variety of podcasts, including "Best Movies Never Made," "What Went Wrong," and "90 Minutes or Less Film Fest." Paul also shares his recent experience meeting Adam Savage at his "Tested" workshop. The episode concludes with Paul announcing next week's movie, The Happening, a 2008 M Night Shyamalan sci-fi drama starring Mark Wahlberg, Zoe Deschanel, and John Leguizamo.

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Q&A

• What are some of the inaccuracies that listeners pointed out in the Merlin the Return episode?

  Listeners pointed out that wheeled vehicles existed long before medieval times, Merlin should have recognized a wheeled vehicle as man-made, and the movie's budget was likely confused with its box office gross. They also questioned why Merlin never aged despite being on Earth for 1500 years.

• What is the Wiz Quiz game and how is it played?

  The Wiz Quiz is a game played on the How Did This Get Made? podcast where listeners are tested on their knowledge of wizards in film. The game is typically played in a fast-paced and humorous manner, with both Paul Sheer and Jason Mantzoukas demonstrating their knowledge of various wizard characters and actors. Listeners can buzz in with either "Fred" or "Sanity" to answer the questions.

• What is the next movie that will be discussed on How Did This Get Made?

  The next movie that will be discussed on How Did This Get Made? is The Happening, a 2008 M Night Shyamalan sci-fi drama starring Mark Wahlberg, Zoe Deschanel, and John Leguizamo.

• What are some of the podcasts that Paul and Jason recommend?

  Paul and Jason recommend a variety of podcasts, including "Best Movies Never Made," "What Went Wrong," and "90 Minutes or Less Film Fest." They also discuss their experiences on other podcasts, such as "Off Menu" and "All Songs Considered."

• What is the significance of the anonymous caller's story about foster parenting?

  The anonymous caller's story highlights the importance of fostering older children. They share their personal experience as a foster parent and emphasize the need for more people to be willing to provide homes for older kids.

• What is the significance of Devon's revelation about the Sony lawyers' intervention in the Madame Webb post-production?

  Devon's revelation provides a humorous and insightful look behind the scenes of the film industry. It shows how even seemingly minor details can be subject to legal scrutiny and how the creative process can be influenced by external factors.

• What is the significance of the listener's call about the history of bananas?

  The listener's call about the history of bananas highlights the importance of research in filmmaking. It shows that even seemingly insignificant details can be inaccurate if proper research is not conducted.

• What is the significance of Paul's conversation with Adam Savage?

  Paul's conversation with Adam Savage highlights the passion and dedication that many people have for their work. It also shows how even seemingly mundane tasks, such as building cabinets, can be fascinating and inspiring when done with skill and creativity.

• What is the significance of Paul's discussion about movie podcasts?

  Paul's discussion about movie podcasts highlights the growing popularity of this genre of podcasting. He suggests that it would be fun to have a weekend of movie podcasts, bringing together various hosts and listeners to celebrate the genre.

• What is the significance of Paul's discussion about his book, "Joyful Recollections of Trauma"?

  Paul's discussion about his book highlights the importance of sharing personal stories and experiences. He also emphasizes the importance of supporting indie bookstores and promoting books in creative ways.

Show Notes