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# H.I. 134: Boxing Day

Dec 30, 2019

Summary

Gray and Brady discuss their post-Star Wars trilogy review feelings, debating whether the new films diminish the original trilogy's impact. They analyze why some fans enjoyed *Rise of Skywalker* for its world-building despite narrative flaws. The hosts also share opinions on the Tesla Cybertruck’s design and utility. Finally, they recount stories about "hot stopper" giveaways and Gray’s experience at a gong bath in the Maldives.

Topics discussed

Star Wars season wrap-up and audience reactions Reflecting on the Hello Internet podcast journey Separating art from artist: Kevin Spacey and George Lucas Harry Potter studio tour and franchise endings Why Rogue One worked: Nostalgia and world-building Linode sponsor segment Tesla Cybertruck design and demo controversy The Hot Stopper Christmas drop and Winter Wonderland A disastrous experience at a gong bath HelloFresh sponsor segment Aphantasia: Brady's father cannot visualize images YouTube Rewind ideas and celebrity impersonations Reviewing glass straws vs. paper straws Audible sponsor segment Brady's struggle with meditation and mindfulness
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