On this round-table, we delve into new Syfy Channel shows, "Dark Matter" and "Killjoys"; we examine author Rick Gualtieri's website The Poptart Manifesto (his books and writing advice); we discuss a Smithsonian magazine article and debate whether we'd want our brains uploaded to a computer; and we go over the pros and cons (mostly pros) of fitness tracker technology.

Ep 19 Dark Matter, Killjoys, Rick Gualtieri, Uploading your brain, Fitness trackers

The Bob Newhart Show was a marvelous example of intelligent comedy, amazing characters, and strong women. Premiering in 1972 it launched the careers of several of its stars and guest stars. Kellie and Katy talk about what they loved about the show as well as some behind the scenes information about the cast and crew.

"Growing Up 70's" is all about the television shows that shaped our youth. If you have ideas on what shows Kellie and Katy should cover, be sure to email them at wekkpodcast@gmail.com. The only requirement is that the show had to have first run episodes that aired in the 70's.

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Growing Up 70's - Bob Newhart Show

Da-na-na-na-na-na-na...Da-na-na-na-na-na-na Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run really fast while in slow motion? Truthfully, neither have we, but Kellie and Katy had to consider this while reviewing Bionic Woman. Spoiler: Katy may have watched the wrong episode.

Fun links: Bionic Woman Files, Lindsay Wagner in Birmingham

"Growing Up 70's" is all about the television shows that shaped our youth. If you have ideas on what shows Kellie and Katy should cover, be sure to email them at wekkpodcast@gmail.com. The only requirement is that the show had to have first run episodes that aired in the 70's.

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Growing Up 70's - Bionic Woman

The gang is back together again!!!! This time we're talking about Superhero Origin Movies - what we like, what we don't, and what stories we hope they will make into films. From Batman Begins to Guardians of the Galaxy, Katy, Kellie, Mandy, and Kevin cover as many as they can think of. And if you've heard of Cindy Moon and America Chavez (also Kate Bishop) we also talk about the female superhero movies we want filmmakers to focus on. Enjoy!

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Ep 63 - Wekk Main - Superhero Origin Movies

This week Wekk went a little crazy. We talk about dieting and 'carb flu.' A podcast called Pod Save America is recommended as well as Sense 8 on Netflix. Jill Lepore's article in the New Yorker on her mother and Jane Franklin (Ben Franklin's little sister) leads to an intense discussion about how women didn't get to write their own history. But to make sure we didn't get too serious we ended the first segment with a news article about a naked man and a swan statue (guess which state...).

For our special segment this week (starting at 36:54) we delve into two of Kellie's favorite things - Wonder Woman and American Gods. Lots of spoilers with this one. If you haven't watched Wonder Woman, American Gods discussion starts at 58:46.

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Wekk Podcast - Ep 71 - Kellie's Corner

Have you ever wondered about ranch dressing, english muffins, and jelly beans? We had and we wanted to share what we found out about the history of those foods. It's some fun stuff, y'all. From cowboy lore, to massive global corporations operating in secret, to ancient foods converted into tiny beans we've got you covered. The History of Food segment starts at 37.57 if you want to skip ahead.

We also talk about Neil Gaiman's new book Norse Mythology, a wonderful article about Dave's Killer Bread on Modern Farmer (link here), the new Ken doll, and other fun stuff in the first segment. Plus a shout out to one of our listeners. Thank you!!!

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Wekk - Ep 72 - History of Food, Yo!

In our first segment we chat about Olive Oil Regulations, Critical Role Podcast (yay!), What Remains of Edith Finch, English Heritage You Tube Channel, and the Netflix series, Anne with an E. Kellie also has a fantastic funny news story and we shout out our latest review. Spoilers for the Edith Finch game start at 9:47 and end at 13:21.

Then in our second segment - Beer, Books, & Tea we discuss the seventh book in the Terry Pratchett Discworld series, Pyramids. (Starts at 34:50.) What do math, politics, and a school for assassins have in common? Turns out to be a camel named You Bastard. Once again the Discworld takes the reader on a fantastic journey through our own assumptions, but in this one the message is pretty straightforward - either adopt change or be blown to a different plane of existence.

Enjoy!

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Wekk - Ep 73 - Beer, Books, & Tea - Pyramids

Gross news about bugs, facts about coffee naps, a run down of the D23 highlights, and a revelation about which of us would snort chocolate (and MORE) in our first section.

In the second segment (starts at 30:00) Kellie and Katy delve into the wonderful, wacky world of WKRP in Cincinnati. In our fan requested episode we talk about the great friendship between Jennifer and Bailey, how hilarious Les was (Katy is now going to tape off her own office), and how the creators and cast worked together to create a truly great show. Enjoy!

"Growing Up 70's" is all about the television shows that shaped our youth. If you have ideas on what shows Kellie and Katy should cover, be sure to email them at wekkpodcast@gmail.com. The only requirement is that the show had to have first run episodes that aired in the 70's.

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Wekk - Ep 74 - Growing up 70's - WKRP in Cincinnati

This week it is a "get to know us" episode. Have you ever wanted to sit at a table with friends, laugh hysterically, and drink horrible beer? Well, we've got you covered. Who puts maple syrup in their tea? Who likes ice cream with beer? Who is playing Skyrim for the first time? All this and more, including podcast recommendations, beers you shouldn't drink, and D&D character creation (lite). Enjoy! And as always - thank you for listening! (Do you have a favorite beer? Can you let us know? Katy would appreciate it.)

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Wekk - Ep 75 - Who in the world are we?

Enjoy a laugh (or two, three, four...) with Kellie, Katy, and Mandy as they discuss a You Tube channel all about dead people, a song that will never, ever, end (or at least not for a thousand years), and the name of the AI who will eventually kill us all. That and a whole lot more is in the first part of this episode.

In the second segment, Beer, Books & Tea, Katy and Kellie discuss the eighth book in the Terry Pratchett Discworld series, Guards! Guards! (Starts at 31:30.) How do an group of obsessive compulsive evil doers handle life when they manifest a soul sucking dragon bent on destroying their home town? Spoiler - not very well. This is possibly the most timely book so far in the series with many of the main themes highlighting what is going on in our world today. Plus it is hysterically funny with possibly the best description of a used bookstore ever.

Enjoy!

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Wekk - Ep 76 - Beer, Books & Tea Guards! Guards!

Katy, Kellie, and Mandy chat about the latest news - Terry Pratchett's unfinished work, Cassini spacecraft, and Venus - and then discuss a fantastic book - The Flavor Thesaurus by Niki Segnit - as well as Katy's penchant for creating meals she believes are the "best that ever was." (She's slightly delusional, but in a good way.)

Then in Growing up 70's (starting at 28:30) Katy and Kellie discuss Ironside, staring Raymond Burr. It was a show with great writing, a fantastic musical theme by Quincy Jones, and directors that knew how to use stand-ins and teleprompters for their main star (tune in to find out why).

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Wekk - Ep 77 - Growing up 70's - Ironside

Join Kellie, Katy, and Mandy in a conversation about what has them freaked out, thinking, and pondering this week. And then stick around for a discussion about the 9th Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett - Eric.

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Wekk - Ep 78 - Beer, Books, & Tea - Eric

Katy and Kellie break down what they loved (Kellie) and didn't love (Katy) about Moving Pictures - the next in the Discworld Series by Terry Pratchett. The imagery - wizards on a wheelchair...ladies holding tiny apes whilst climbing buildings - all top notch. But maybe (if you agree with Katy) there was too much? Or, if you agree with Kellie, just enough. You be the judge. And let us know.

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Wekk Podcast - Ep 81 - Beer, Books, & Tea - Moving Pictures

Start your morning off right with Katy, Kellie, and Mandy as they relive their experience at the California Strawberry Festival in Oxnard, CA. Belly laugh with them as they entertain each other with science facts and (in the case of Katy) non-facts...Katy's observations were mainly just an insane wish list. Mandy did her research, as usual, and Kellie simply knows things...lots of things...

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Wekk - Ep 82 - Strawberry Festival

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