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We'd like to dedicate this episode to Bruce Jenner.

Youth is wasted on the young! Let's talk about some of the dumb and dangerous things Evan and Dan did (and thought) when they were young. Leave your dumb and dangerous anecdotes in the comments!

How and why did Vlad Tepes become one of the most infamous rulers in European history? Where did he learn his brutal methods? And did he really create a "forest of corpses"? This clip was taken from Episode 31: "Vampire Lore".

DINK: Double Income, No Kids
DINKWAD: Double Income, No Kids, With a Dog
The cringe-o-meter is red-lining again...

Which country is the happiest? How do you define national happiness? If you were to rank countries by their overall happiness, how would you do it? Which questions would you ask? Which factors would you consider? Odds are, no matter how you do it, your method would be better than the United Nations'.

SOURCES:
World Happiness Report: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Happiness_Report
https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2022/happiness-benevolence-and-trust-during-covid-19-and-beyond/
Why Finland and Denmark Are Happier than the U.S.: https://youtu.be/6Pm0Mn0-jYU
Gross National Happiness: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_National_Happiness

You accidentally clicked on a Jocko parody instead of the real thing? GOOD!

In this clip, Evan and Dan review Dave Ramsey's "Baby Steps" approach to personal finance, and give their own takes on how the system has worked for them. This clip was taken from Episode 32: "How NOT to be Poor".

Evan and Dan discuss Canada's most recent push to open up MAID to a wider group of medical patients. What are the moral implications of this? Will this slippery slope lead to broader acceptance of euthanasia, or even eugenics?

The Sons discuss some of the notable wars in American history and the Presidents who became involved in various ways; by starting, inheriting, or ending them. This clip was taken from Episode 16: "Best Presidents Ranked".

As promised, the Sons are ringing in 2023 with their takes on new year's resolutions.

Where would the Sons go if time and money were no issue? I'm sure they'll think of something!

Thanks for tuning in! Here's what we covered on today's episode:
-A review of "El Cid" from 1961
-A review of "Kingdom of Heaven" from 2005
-A review of "Henry V" from 1989
-Plot summaries, likes and dislikes, historical accuracy, facts and trivia, and our ratings for each
-Comparing/contrasting the films
-What historical era should we tackle in future film reviews?

SOURCES:
Rotten Tomatoes Kingdom of Heaven: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/king...
IMDb Kingdom of Heaven: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0320661/
Kingdom of Heaven accuracy:
https://historynewsnetwork.org/articl...
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0320661/...

Rotten Tomatoes Henry V: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1029...
IMDb Henry V: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097499/...
Rotten Tomatoes El Cid: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/el_cid
IMDb El Cid: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0054847/...
El Cid Synopsis: https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/49220...
El Cid Review: https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/c...

El Cid: https://www.britannica.com/biography/...
https://content.time.com/time/special...

El Cid Documentary:

• El Cid: Knight of...

King Sancho II: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sancho_...

King Alfonso VI: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfonso...

Henry V Accuracy: https://mwsasse.com/2012/02/26/shakes...

Evan and Dan discuss platonic dialogues, as well as the changes in the education system which have excluded most logic and rhetoric. Evan's solution? Supplement (or replace) public education with the "Great Books" reading list. This clip was taken from Episode 30: "How NOT to Argue".

Rather than be boiled in their own pudding or buried with a stake of holly through their hearts, the Sons decided to spread some holiday cheer with one last Hot Takes Show before 2023. Merry Christmas everyone!
All music by Chef Elf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2intQ4OTv10

What is "envy"? Is it really one of the worst of the cardinal sins? If so, why? How does it differ from simple jealousy? Have we ever struggled with enviousness?

What really happened in Dallas on November 22nd, 1963? What's the official story? Should we believe it? Do alternative theories offer more plausible explanations for motives, means, and opportunity? This clip was taken from Episode 23: "Conspiracy Theories".

Thanks for tuning in! Here's what we covered on this episode:
-What is "personal finance"?
-A review of Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad, Poor Dad"
-A review of Dave Ramsey's "Total Money Makeover"
-Common themes
-Anecdotes and advice

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SOURCES:
Kiyosaki, Robert T. Rich Dad Poor Dad. Warner Books, 2000.
Ramsey, Dave. The Total Money Makeover. Thomas Nelson, 2003.
Sethi, Ramit. I Will Teach You To Be Rich. Workman, 2009.

“I Will Teach You To Be Rich” Book Review: https://lifehacker.com/i-will-teach-you-to-be-rich-a-solid-intro-to-money-man-1627049186

What are the different interpretations of Columbus's life and how do they differ? This clip was taken from Episode 27: "Christopher Columbus Biography".

A short summary of the controversies surrounding the Second Ecumenical Council of the Vatican (1962-1965). This clip was taken from Episode 11: "Latin Mass".

The holiday season has arrived, and you know what that means! Endless marathons of insufferable holiday chick flicks. Whether it's your run-of-the-mill Hollywood production, or a Hallmark original, Evan and Dan have enough hot takes to go around! Stick around til the end for a special appearance by Kanye West!
Christmas music by Chef Elf:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2intQ4OTv10

Evan and Dan discuss the legitimacy of rebellion in general, and in terms of the American Revolution specifically. This clip was taken from Episode 20: "American Revolution Debate"

Happy Halloween everyone! Here's what we covered on tonight's episode:
-Background
-Vlad the Impaler
-Vampires around the world and over time
-Vampires in literature and film
-Explanations for Vampire Mania
-Change of perspective on vampires. Vampire craze today.
-Our favorite vampires/favorite or scariest Halloween villains

SOURCES:
Ottomans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26BITJ1gFxQ

Vlad and his Dad
https://historydaily.org/order-of-the-dragon-ancient-society-draculas-father-belonged/2
https://www.nbcnews.com/sciencemain/vlad-impaler-real-dracula-was-absolutely-vicious-8c11505315

https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/502283/when-vlad-impaler-repelled-invasion-forest-corpses
https://bootcampmilitaryfitnessinstitute.com/2020/10/17/what-was-the-second-battle-of-kosovo-1448/
https://explorethearchive.com/vlad-the-impaler

Dracula: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dracula
Vampires: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vampire

Bp. Barron on the Vampire Craze: https://youtu.be/0ChnQE7DO0U
Vampires Aren’t Scary Anymore: https://youtu.be/Q0salL8bQpM

Intro music: MEM Productions Rockwell Tutorial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClxW2WRkNS4)
Outro music: Toccatta and Fugue Remix by DastardlyNun (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqsgfTar4qM&t=54s)

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