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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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In this exciting episode of the Entertain This! Podcast, we dive into the innovative sci-fi world of The Alters, exploring its unique cloning mechanics and narrative depth, alongside the chaotic, cooperative action of Helldivers 2, with its thrilling galactic battles. We also take a nostalgic trip back to the classic Call of Duty games, discussing their impact on the FPS genre and what made them iconic. To top it off, we test our hosts’ knowledge with a fun round of gaming company slogan trivia, pitting their wits against memorable taglines from the industry. Join us for a mix of modern gaming insights, retro reflections, and lively trivia that every gamer will love!
The Gaming BlenderWe mash genres. We pitch games. You question our sanity.
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1. From Doppelgangers to Democracy: Decoding ‘The Alters’ and ‘Helldivers 2’ (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] The Gaming Blender (00:22:22)
3. (Cont.) From Doppelgangers to Democracy: Decoding ‘The Alters’ and ‘Helldivers 2’ (00:23:01)
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