Best Matthew Jimenez Podcasts (2025)

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Between Two Empires: The Battle for Freedom in the Atlantic World with Matthew Taylor 47:38

3d ago47:38

47:38

Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. The forgotten liberation of thousands stands at the intersection of British military history and the African diaspora. When historian Matthew Taylor stumbled upon brief mentions of Black soldiers in British uniform during the War of 1812, he brought to light an extraordinary story of self-emancipati…

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ANDOR (1x05) "A.I. vs The Future of Cinema" 1:09:37

3d ago1:09:37

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Sam & Matt discuss A.I. in the future of Star Trek and explain the discourse over an A.I. Darth Vader. Music provided by the Youtube Studio Audio Library Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] YouTube: @TheHiddenCityBookCo Find us at #Lost…

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ANDOR (1x04) "I Am Star Wars." 1:05:20

11d ago1:05:20

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Sam & Matt discuss Den of Thieves, Thunderbolts* and reacquaint themselves with the post Jedi world of Star Wars. Music provided by the Youtube Studio Audio Library Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] YouTube: @TheHiddenCityBookCo Find …

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Our Culture Doesn't Break, It Transforms: Evolving Caribbean Identity 9:35

17d ago9:35

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. What remains of Caribbean identity when our most treasured traditions begin to shift? Bridging thoughts from our recent episodes, I tackle this profound question on cultural evolution. Caribbean culture has never been static—born from struggle, layered with influences, and shaped by resistance, our …

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ANDOR (1x03) "Star Wars Has Always Been Politcal" 1:08:51

18d ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Sam & Matt discuss the Star Wars and DC comics Lego films; as well as politics, community and resistance in Star Wars. Music provided by the Youtube Studio Audio Library Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] YouTube: @TheHiddenCityBookCo …

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ANDOR (1x02) "Origin Stories" 59:34

25d ago59:34

59:34

Sam & Matt discuss hero and villain origin stories. They also catch up on the movies they've been watching; discussing Havoc, Companion and Sinners. Music provided by the Youtube Studio Audio Library Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] …

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The Caribbean Front Room as Architecture and Cultural Archive with Dr. Stacy Scott 46:10

1M ago46:10

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Step into the Caribbean front room – that formal, pristine space with plastic-covered furniture, carefully displayed china, and family photographs that many Caribbean descendants immediately recognize. Dr. Stacey Scott joins us to explore how this distinctive domestic space functions as both cultura…

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ANDOR (1x01) "Bubble Butt Yoda 1:08:15

1M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Sam & Matt begin their Andor journey! They also discuss time travel, slasher flicks and Supergirl. Music provided by the Youtube Studio Audio Library Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] YouTube: @TheHiddenCityBookCo Find us at #LostLega…

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"Star Wars and/or Sci-Fi Catch Up!" 55:26

1M ago55:26

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Sam & Matt prepare to start watching Andor next week. They discuss Star Trek, Marvel and their true feelings on Star Wars. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)…

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What Happens When Art Preserves What Nations Cannot? with Keisha Oliver 43:37

1M ago43:37

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. The Caribbean's artistic traditions reveal profound truths about our history, identity, and resilience. Keisha Oliver, PhD candidate at Penn State, joins Strictly Facts as we discuss Bahamian visual culture that challenges conventional understandings of Caribbean creativity. From the gendered practi…

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Prospect review - "Space Western?" 1:23:23

2M ago1:23:23

1:23:23

Sam & Matt review Pedro Pascal’s 2018 sleeper hit; Prospect! They discuss the new Murderbot trailer, humor in science fiction, languages of the future, and their love of pulpy space operas. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nigh…

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Streets of Fire review - "The Streets are in fact On Fire" 1:12:19

2M ago1:12:19

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Sam & Matt discuss Walter Hill's 1984 cult classic "Streets of Fire”! Sam leads the behind the scenes discussion and Matt talks about writing characters for himself! MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "M…

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Split Me in Two: Exploring Dougla Identity in the Caribbean 7:50

2M ago7:50

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Have you ever wondered about the beautiful complexity that arises when different cultures blend? The Caribbean term "Dougla" captures exactly that—specifically describing people of mixed African and Indian heritage in Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Suriname. Today we unpack this fascinating identi…

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LOST (Epilogue) "Found" (Part 2) 1:11:30

2M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Sam & Matt reunite to finish their LOST journey. They talk their favorite and least favorite episodes, rank each season, and discuss the LOST epilogue that Matt had never seen before. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - E…

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Episode #201 1:12:51

2M ago1:12:51

1:12:51

From Lonesome Dove to Yellowstone. From Grey's Anatomy to Doctor Odyssey. Sam & Matt are joined by Dad to celebrate the Lost Legacies 201st episode and to discuss their favorite types of long form storytelling. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/license…

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Banking on Community: The Caribbean's Alternative Economy with Dr. Caroline Shenaz Hossein 53:08

2M ago53:08

53:08

Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. The Caribbean's financial revolution has been quietly unfolding for generations. We delve into the powerful world of rotating savings and credit associations (ROSCAs) known throughout the region as Padna, Susu, Boxhand, and countless other names. Dr. Caroline Hossein joins us as we reveal how these …

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LOST (6x17) "Found." (Part 1) 1:17:33

2M ago1:17:33

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After four and a half years. And 200 episodes. We've finally finished LOST. Let's talk about it. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative C…

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LOST (6x16) "The Sauce" 1:04:45

3M ago1:04:45

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The last Lost episode before the last Lost episode! Sam & Matt discuss the Oscars, Severance, Battlestar Galactica and their broken hearts... MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeo…

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How One Pregnant Woman Helped Lead a Revolution: The Story of Lumina Sophie 10:04

3M ago10:04

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Dive into the extraordinary story of Lumina Sophie (1848-1879), a lesser-known yet powerful figure in Caribbean history, as we explore her inspiring journey during a time of revolutionary fervor. Born in a post-emancipation Martinique, Sophie defied traditional gender roles by leading a revolt for l…

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LOST (6x15) "The Stench of Game of Thrones" 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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Allison Janney shows up for some reason, Sam is feeling argumentative; and Matt is white now. Also, the guys pitch their Constantine film. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (…

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LOST (6x14) "Sam's Last Episode" 49:37

3M ago49:37

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Sam & Matt are pissed off and heartbroken over Lost's most tragic episode. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution…

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A Brief History of the West India Regiments with Isaac Crichlow 43:56

3M ago43:56

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Join Strictly Facts as we uncover the hidden stories of the Caribbean's military past, featuring the intriguing West India Regiments established by the British Army. Our guest, Isaac Crichlow, a graduate student from the University College of London, helps us explore the paradoxical roles of these s…

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LOST (6x13) "Decompressing with Lost Legacies!" 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Lost begins to wind down by blowing everyone up! Meanwhile, Sam & Matt discuss The Big Short, Star Trek's most important character, shows they have never finished and Call of Duty addiction. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nig…

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LOST (6x12) "Podcasting through the Apocalypse" 55:13

4M ago55:13

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Everyone's trust in Hurley is put to the test! Meanwhile, Sam & Matt discuss the Fantastic Four, Buffy and Final Destination while also trying to keep tabs on Rose & Bernard. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended T…

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How Faith Built Bridges for Black Unity in the Guianas with Dr. Briana Royster 43:14

4M ago43:14

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Journey through Black history and Caribbean connections, revealing the incredible legacy of Black missionaries in the British and Dutch Guianas. Dr. Briana Royster joins us to discuss how the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the National Baptist Convention played pivotal roles in connecting Af…

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LOST (6x11) "Back to the Magic!" 58:00

4M ago58:00

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Sam & Matt discuss the things they love and hate about making/watching movies. They also talk about Lost's best relationship, the science of alternate timelines and their love/hate for Tennis. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami N…

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LOST (6x10) "The Heart Wants What It Wants, part 2" 1:11:08

4M ago1:11:08

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Sam & Matt discuss Lost's best villain, AI solves the trolley problem, Matt keeps bringing up Desmond's package and Sam tries to bring back the word "goon". MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "Mystery Sa…

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The Legacy of Jose 'Cha Cha' Jimenez: The Young Lords' Path of Radical Action 7:19

4M ago7:19

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Learn about the visionary leadership of Jose "Cha Cha" Jimenez (August 8, 1948 – January 10, 2025), who turned the Young Lords from a street gang into a powerful political force. Jimenez, inspired by the Black Panther Party, reshaped the landscape of Latino activism in the U.S., addressing systemic …

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LOST (6x09) "Venus Eye Traps" 1:14:53

4M ago1:14:53

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Easily one of the best episodes of Lost and Sam & Matt don't know what to say. So instead they talk about Nosferatu, David Lynch, guys wearing eyeliner, how to write a perfect villain and they even take a moment to consider communism. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://cre…

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LOST (6x08) "It Zucks to Zuck!" 1:17:29

5M ago1:17:29

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Sam & Matt are back from the holidays and damn, they have a lot to talk about. They discuss their favorite shows, toxic fandoms, crazy characters and how to pilot a submarine. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended …

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Celebrating Milestones and Hidden Histories for the New Year! 4:22

5M ago4:22

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. As we kick off a new year and celebrate five incredible years of Strictly Facts, we're taking a fresh angle by focusing on those narratives that lie just beneath the surface, often ignored by mainstream stories. This year, we're shining a light on hidden treasures. These overlooked stories not only …

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ARCANE (2x09) "The Future of Arcane" 1:06:15

5M ago1:06:15

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Welcome to the first episode of the year! And welcome to the final episode of Arcane! Sam & Matt discuss time travel mechanics, their issues with the finale and the confirmed Arcane spin offs. *Also, yes, we know, there are some major audio issues with this episode, but we are working on those! Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us A…

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ARCANE (2x08) "The Lesbians Are Happy!" 47:54

5M ago47:54

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Sam & Matt discuss how Arcane works best when they focus on character over plot, sex scenes in animation and fears about the finale. This is the final episode of 2024. Thank you for joining us throughout this podcasting journey. Stick around because we promise 2025 will be anything but boring! Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At…

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The Book of Dad: Christmas Stories & Dad Lore 1:10:05

5M ago1:10:05

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Merry Christmas! Join us as we sit down and chat with our Dad about Christmas stories, history, his Dad, the weather and more!! Music provided by Epidemic Sound. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] YouTube: @TheHiddenCityBookCo Find us …

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ARCANE (2x07) "Is This Matt's Fan Fiction? - part 2" 51:34

5M ago51:34

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Ekko wakes up in a dream. Jayce wakes up in a nightmare. Meanwhile, Matt pitches his Arcane spin off and educates Sam on the League of Legends multiverse. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: [email protected] …

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ARCANE (2x06) "Post Arcane Clarity" 53:40

6M ago53:40

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Matts jumps out a window; Sam gets lost on the way to the danger zone; and neither of the guys can remember the principles of strength necessary to become Noxian. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: lostlegaciespodcast@gm…

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LOST (6x07) "A Rare Win for Benjamin Linus" 52:29

6M ago52:29

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Alternate universe Lost becomes a high school drama and the boys love it! Sam & Matt praise Michael Emerson, sing Green Day and have no more sympathy for Jacob. Thank you for joining us throughout 2024! We return on January 6th to start the final 10 episodes of LOST! However, keep your notifications ready because we will be releasing our Christmas …

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Art and Heritage of the Cayman Islands with Maia Muttoo 48:18

6M ago48:18

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Art speaks volumes about history and resilience. Join us as we chart the artistic evolution of the Cayman Islands with Maia Muttoo, Education Manager at the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands. With her fascinating pan-Caribbean roots, Maia offers a unique perspective on how storytelling, history…

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ARCANE (2x05) "It's All Jayce's Fault!" 44:36

6M ago44:36

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Things continue to get dire in Arcane, is it all Jayce's fault? Sam & Matt seem to think so. Sam ponders this episode's flashback and the story that "could have been". Meanwhile, Matt once again deep dives into color theory. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioc…

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LOST (6x06) "Sam's Pissed!" 42:56

6M ago42:56

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Well. Sam is not happy with this episode. So we talk about it. Matt also discusses Kate's role as the island's "wild card" and Sam talks about on the fly filmmaking. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Extended Theme", "M…

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ARCANE (2x04) "League of Legends Wishlist" 59:10

6M ago59:10

59:10

Sam & Matt discuss another banger of an episode! Plus they talk about rude co-workers, Caitlyn's "physical activities", and which League of Legends characters should be featured in an Arcane spin-off. Also, Matt doesn't understand dinosaurs or boxing. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Thread…

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LOST (6x05) "Too Much White Meat" 55:41

6M ago55:41

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Sam & Matt discuss how underrated of an actor Matthew Fox is and whether or not Jacob is actually God. Matt also talks about his voice acting class. And Sam compares Lost to a Thanksgiving dinner. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Mia…

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Tracing Ancestral Threads: A Journey from the West to Sierra Leone with Alya Harding 36:06

6M ago36:06

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Our history of migration spans across the world. Join us as we journey with Alya Harding, a community organizer and PhD student, who shares her heartfelt exploration of Sierra Leonean Creole/Krio culture and her personal quest to uncover her Trinidadian roots. We examine the historical migrations th…

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ARCANE (2x03) "Cop's Gonna Cop" 48:16

6M ago48:16

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Things get heavy on this episode of Arcane. Sam & Matt discuss Caitlyn's morality or lack there of; and her and Vi's journey from enemies to lovers...to enemies again. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez Email: lostlegaciespodca…

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LOST (6x04) "Jacob's Lack of Aura" 1:01:22

6M ago1:01:22

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Lost continues to put it's eggs in the Jacob basket; a character who we hardly ever see and who continues to underwhelm. Meanwhile, Sam & Matt explain what the election results mean for the pod, discuss the best James Bond theme songs, and reveal Matt's favorite Brendan Fraser movie. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed und…

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ARCANE (2x02) "We Get Jinxed...Again!" 55:08

6M ago55:08

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Jinx is back! And she's badder than ever! The guys debate just how crazy/genius Jinx actually is. Meanwhile, Matt has one major issue with this season, and he compares it to Star Trek and The Expanse in order to fix it. Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Mat…

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LOST (6x03) "Introducing Dr. Doctor Jimenez M.D." 57:50

7M ago57:50

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Once again Kate is on the run; but this time she's joined by Claire! Meanwhile, Sam & Matt reflect on the similarities between cows and whales while also trying to figure out what Lost character to name a baby after. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/l…

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The Multinational Identities & Impact of Caribbean Icons 6:36

7M ago6:36

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Send us a text message and tell us your thoughts. Have you ever considered how the people we associate with one Caribbean island might actually hail from another, and how these stories of migration shape identities? Join me as we uncover the intriguing tales of Caribbean icons and their unexpected island origins. This episode of Strictly Facts take…

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ARCANE (2x01) "Eau de Arcane" 58:40

7M ago58:40

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We're back with the final season of ARCANE! Sam and Matt discuss the League of Legends canon, their differing opinions on Caitlyn's family legacy and what Matt describes as "Tactical Fashion." Music provided by the YouTube Audio Library. Find Us At: Sam: @reeltexasweirdo Matt's Insta/Threads: @holyhandgrenadeofantioch Matt's BluSky: @matthewjimenez…

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LOST (6x01 & 02) "Is This Matt's Fan Fiction?" 1:04:17

7M ago1:04:17

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We've finally made it! The final season of LOST! The boys discuss the Lost multiverse, the cultural appropriation of World of Warcraft and Matt's annoyance with the music industry. MUSIC: "Mystery Sax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Miami Nights - Exte…

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