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On Reel Talk Extra (RTX), we talk about Movies and TV Shows with the aim of creating options for our listeners so that they can make an informed decision on what to watch. There is way too much content out there and we do the screen time so that you don't have to. We give our opinions on the movies we have watched and then let you decide. RTX is hosted by Mfon Edem and Onyeka Onyekpe, as well as RTX contributors who occasionally bring the "Reel Talk" to the table. Email: podcast@reeltalkextr ...
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In this episode, we discuss the TV show The Dropout, which chronicles the activities of Theranos, and shines a light on some of the practices of Tech CEO's in the early rise of Silicon Valley. Sources HULU: The Dropout ColdFusion: Theranos – Silicon Valley’s Greatest Disaster NBC News: BREAKING: Elizabeth Holmes Found Guilty On Four Counts Of Fraud…
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We discuss Inventing Anna, the amazing true story of how Anna Sorkin/Delvy played a fast one on a couple of New York socialites. Was this done premeditatedly, or was it something that she made up as she went along? Sources 1. Inventing Anna (Netflix) 2. How con-artist Anna Sorokin ripped off the New York elite and became a star | 60 Minutes Austral…
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Sexual harassment in the workplace especially has led to drastic measures that, an apparition of guilt could get any man who indulges canceled. But is this a deterrent to men? or are menfolk subtly fighting back. Our discussion uses the movie Bombshell to tackle the issue of sexual harassment in society. Audio SourcesMegyn Kelly Talks Matt Lauer, F…
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Mama Drama, a Nigerian movie directed by Seyi Babatope addresses an uncommon topic in our society; the issue of surrogacy. In our discussion we take a look at the issues surrounding surrogacy; why is it a norm in some societies and a taboo in others? we also examine the science behind it. Audio SourcesSurrogate learns one of the 'twins' she was car…
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This conversation looks inward towards our very own human nature, and the movie Experimenter explores obedience to authority. Mfon, Onyeka, and Stanley explore Stanley Milgram's experiments, as revealed in the movie. Inasmuch as the Milgram experiments occurred in the 60's, there appears to be some relevance in today's society.…
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The movie Molly's Game is based on her book with the same title. Our discussion examines this amazing story of how a self-made poker queen got herself on the FBI's watchlist; when unknown to her, her games were used as a funnel to launder money.SourcesMolly's Game (The Movie)The Ellen Show: 'Molly's Game' Inspiration Molly Bloom Chats with Ellen550…
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Our discussion examines self-determination within the context of euthanasia or assisted suicide. The movie You Don't Know Jack tells the story of Dr. Jack Kervorkian and his efforts to enlighten society as to the reasons why certain patients should have the right end their own lives; as well as the huge pushback he receives from his perceived idea …
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In this conversation, we examine the fraud that was carried out by a school superintendent as depicted in the movie Bad Education. School administrators pocketing school project cash is a popular phenomenon, but this is recorded as the highest amount of money that was stolen in US history. Our sources: Bad Education (The Movie) Coach Mike Podcast -…
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When the global financial crisis hit in 2008, most businesses had to figure out a way to stay creative in order to survive. The movie Husler, tells the story of how a group of strippers navigated this time and our conversation examines the motives, as well as the moral justifications with which these "hustling" activities were carried out. SourcesT…
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Coach Ken Carter surfaced to the national limelight when he benched his undefeated team by locking up the school gym because they were not performing well academically. We recognize and discuss what makes an individual leave his primary assignment to focus on the bigger picture; as regards the life of the young student-athletes.…
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Most citizens living in different countries are never satisfied with all the decisions that the government makes as regards the way they should live in their country, but it is not commonplace for people to go out and shoot or blow up people in order to fix their grievances. In todays' discussion, we look at the movie, 22 July, and we try to make s…
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The movie "The Founder" looks at the story of Ray Kroc, attributed to be the founder of McDonalds of which this movie explains how that came to be. Our discussion comes from the perspective of the necessary ingredients that can bring visions to fruition, using the experiencesRay Kroc shared with the McDonald brothers as a case study.…
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Bishop Carlton Pearson has an epiphany that leads to claims that God spoke to him; letting him know that no one will be going to hell because of the sacrificial work of Jesus. Come Sunday takes us on this journey and in today's show, we try to make sense of what it, as well as examine his claims that God spoke to him.…
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Miss Virginia Walden put up a good fight so that her son would get the education that he deserved in a system that would keep him away from it. This podcast episode explores the possibilities that can be created within different societies; so that the promise of a better future for our children, comes to fruition.Send your feedback to podcast@remot…
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As much as the genre of movies we like to talk about are true-life stories, our conversation looks at this sequel and examines factual events that were based on the movie as well as the current trends that appear to be happening in Nollywood, that appears to be positioning the industry to equally compete with its international counterparts. We welc…
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This week we look at Ponzi schemes using "The Wizard of lies" as our lens. The movie chronicles the massive fraud pulled off by Bernie Madoff and the impact it had on his victims. We try to make sense of Bernie's motives, as well as understand why people fall prey to the activities of people like Bernie and Ponzi schemes as a whole.…
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In today's discussion, We look at how news reporting gets on the bad side of people that are wealthy. How the journalist needs to become a radical in order to report the truth about the powerful and the associated costs relating to the consequences of offending the powerful. When the rich and powerful have the money to buy up media houses, they can…
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In This week's conversation, we examine the story as laid out in The Nigerian Prince and as we try to make sense of it. Our conversation also looks through the lenses of this movie to understand the justifications for people who are involved in shady transactions as well as the society that creates the enabling environment.Follow @Rtalkertives on T…
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Our laid back conversation examines the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg through the movie: On The Basis Of Sex. We examine her bravery, her contributions, as well as the family dynamics that spurred her to greatness as well as the possible threats that it could have posed. Mfon Edem and Onyeka Onyekpe actually had this conversation the week after RBG p…
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