Black Cap Recap

Crest of "The Coming Wave"?

Our thoughts on the current state of dialogue around AI/super-intelligence. Two years ago we covered the book "The Coming Wave" - is the wave about to crest, still a ways

Black Mirror S1E2 "Fifteen Million Merits"

Our rewatch of Black Mirror continues with "Fifteen Million Merits," an episode that starkly reflects our current digital landscape.

Black Mirror S1E1 "National Anthem"

We're returning to Black Mirror with an episode-by-episode (re)watch, starting with the controversial series premiere "National Anthem".

"Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die"

A cautionary dark comedy/action tale on our current AI inflection point, drawing inspiration from Black Mirror, The Matrix, and the Terminator franchise. This one probabl

House of the Dragon - Season 3

We're back in Westeros for the Dance of the Dragons! The season starts with a 2-episode pay-off (and fall-out) of Season 2's lead-up. Some storylines were hit or miss for

The Odyssey

A belated analysis of Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey".

Toy Story 5

Our thoughts on Toy Story 5 and the franchise overall.

DTF St. Louis

We dive into the subtext and themes of middle-age malaise, personal non-integration, male friendship, and the modern state of masculinity in this unconventional whodunit

5-Year Retrospective

Join us for a "yearbook" discussion as we celebrate five years of recording together!

Project Hail Mary

Sean's wife Sarah joins for a special review of Project Hail Mary. Sean and Sarah are book fans, while Aaron had not read the book prior to seeing the movie. Our summary

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 6

Our thoughts on the relatively quiet Season 1 finale and the show overall.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - Episode 5

The climax of the story and an expertly-executed flashback!

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - Episodes 3-4

The "inciting incident" and "rising action" phase of this Hero's Journey (Hero's Tourney?) with a tantalizing cliffhanger enhanced by the return of the GoT theme music wi

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - Episodes 1-2

We dive into the new HBO Game of Thrones-universe show "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms", covering the first two episodes.

One Battle After Another

Here's our immediate take on my first watch of Aaron's top movie for 2025. Taught pacing, great tension, instantly iconic villain, and a very prescient political and cult

Best (and Worst) of 2025

Our combined best and worst movies and shows of 2025, along with surprises, let-downs, honorable mentions, and a long "still need to watch" list.

Pluribus S1E9 (Finale)

The finale episode of Pluribus season 1.

Pluribus S1E6-8

We cover a lot of ground over episodes 6, 7, and 8 heading into the finale this week!

Pluribus S1E5 "Got Milk"

Another nearly-solo performance from Rhea Seehorn in the first episode of the back-half of Season 1. As she learns more about the Joined, is it at the expense of her own

Pluribus S1E4 "Please, Carol"

Carol begins testing the Joined, seeking answers from Zosia but with unintended consequences. In our opinion, the best episode yet since the premiere!