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--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CccfnRpPtM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Theranos – Silicon Valley’s Greatest Disaster</a> NBC News: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZPRYnMG72I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BREAKING: Elizabeth Holmes Found Guilty On Four Counts Of Fraud</a>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

The Dropout | Fake It Till You Make It

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 Australia (YouTube)--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 Australia (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQbNnUW_xqw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>)--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Inventing Anna | To Con A Whole City

In this discussion, we look at the movie Worth, and we discuss the question of equality through the lenses of this movie. We address the tricky issue of apportioning a numerical monetary value to human life, as well as evaluate the thesis that purports that all men are created equal.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

In this discussion, we look at the movie Worth, and we discuss the question of equality through the lenses of this movie. We address the tricky issue of apportioning a numerical monetary value to human life, as well as evaluate the thesis that purports that all men are created equal. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Worth | The Valuation of Human Life

The Marijuana Conspiracy is a movie that takes us into an experiment that appeared to have some dubious undertones. We have a very laid-back approach to our discussion as we ask ourselves what the real dangers of marijuana are, especially through the lenses of this movie.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

The Marijuana Conspiracy is a movie that takes us into an experiment that appeared to have some dubious undertones. We have a very laid-back approach to our discussion as we ask ourselves what the real dangers of marijuana are, especially through the lenses of this movie. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

The Marijuana Conspiracy | To Legalize Or Not

Charlie Says

There have been numerous movies done about Charles Manson and the murders carried out by the Manson Girls, but the movie, Charlie Says, takes a deep dive into the post-murders life of Manson's girls. In this episode, we discuss the hippie era, mind control, and what being woke means to different people.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

There have been numerous movies done about Charles Manson and the murders carried out by the Manson Girls, but the movie, Charlie Says, takes a deep dive into the post-murders life of Manson's girls. In this episode, we discuss the hippie era, mind control, and what being woke means to different people. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Charlie Says | Keeping Our Minds From Predators

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, Fox News, Donald Trump, Roger Ailes | Business InsiderSheryl Sandberg Warns Of #MeToo Backlash | The View | The View--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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, Fox News, Donald Trump, Roger Ailes | Business InsiderSheryl Sandberg Warns Of #MeToo Backlash | The View | The View --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Bombshell | Brains Over Beauty

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 carrying is her biological child | Good Morning AmericaDoes A Surrogate Mother Share DNA With The Baby? | Corlandos Scott (Assisted Reproduction Attorney)--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 carrying is her biological child | Good Morning AmericaDoes A Surrogate Mother Share DNA With The Baby? | Corlandos Scott (Assisted Reproduction Attorney) --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Mama Drama | A Tale Of Two Mothers

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.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Experimenter | Hitler Made Me Do It

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 Ellen550KTRSTV: Molly Bloom Discusses Her Underground Hollywood Poker Game--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 Ellen550KTRSTV: Molly Bloom Discusses Her Underground Hollywood Poker Game --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Molly's Game | The Poker Olympian And Celebrities

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 of a society that appears to be unenlightened.SourcesYou Don't Know Jack (The Movie)60 Minutes Archives - An Interview with Dr. Kervorkian CNN Live - Kervokian Murder Trial Closing argumentsPBS Newshour - Dr. Jack Kevorkian on the Assisted Suicide of Janet Adkins--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 of a society that appears to be unenlightened.SourcesYou Don't Know Jack (The Movie)60 Minutes Archives - An Interview with Dr. Kervorkian CNN Live - Kervokian Murder Trial Closing argumentsPBS Newshour - Dr. Jack Kevorkian on the Assisted Suicide of Janet Adkins --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

You Don't Know Jack | The Right to End It All

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@reeltalkextra.comFacebook: Reel Talk ExtraTwitter: @ReelTalkExtra

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 - Frank Tassone describes His Crime Julia M. Spencer - Real Estate Investor Explains Why School Districts Are ImportantCBSDFW - School District Sharing Good News With RealtorsThe Sun TV - Exclusive video of the woman who alleged that snake swallowed N36million JAMB money from the vault--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 - Frank Tassone describes His Crime Julia M. Spencer - Real Estate Investor Explains Why School Districts Are ImportantCBSDFW - School District Sharing Good News With RealtorsThe Sun TV - Exclusive video of the woman who alleged that snake swallowed N36million JAMB money from the vault --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Bad Education | Cover Fraud And Save The Children

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. SourcesTamron Hall - Interview with Roselyn KeoABC News - The HustlersToday News Australia - Interview with Samantha Barbash--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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. SourcesTamron Hall - Interview with Roselyn KeoABC News - The HustlersToday News Australia - Interview with Samantha Barbash --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Hustlers | To Rape A Bank Account

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.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Coach Carter | Beyond Self Preservation

Larry Flynt

As we talk about true-life characters in the movies, we would think that we have discussed the most interesting character or event, and then here comes Larry Flynt! Mfon and Onyeka try to make sense of how Larry Flynt could be a smut peddler and a freedom fighter at the same time.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

As we talk about true-life characters in the movies, we would think that we have discussed the most interesting character or event, and then here comes Larry Flynt! Mfon and Onyeka try to make sense of how Larry Flynt could be a smut peddler and a freedom fighter at the same time. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

The People VS Larry Flynt | Morally Wrong With A Righteous Cause

To publish or not to publish! to publish too soon or too late? Mfon and Stanley discuss the movie, Richard Jewell and how the input of the media, made him a hero and quickly turned him into a suspect for a bombing that would have killed more people without his zealous rescue efforts.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

To publish or not to publish! to publish too soon or too late? Mfon and Stanley discuss the movie, Richard Jewell and how the input of the media, made him a hero and quickly turned him into a suspect for a bombing that would have killed more people without his zealous rescue efforts. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Richard Jewell | Media Intrusive Troubles

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 sense of the senseless murders he committed, with the idea that he was doing his country a great service.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 sense of the senseless murders he committed, with the idea that he was doing his country a great service. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

22 July | The Use of Violence To Fix Society

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.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

The Founder | Dreaming Big Or Visionary Persistence?

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.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Come Sunday | Are We All Going To Heaven?

Miss Virginia

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@remotetalkertives.comFollow on Facebook @remotetalkertivesFollow on Twitter @RTalkertives--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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@remotetalkertives.comFollow on Facebook @remotetalkertivesFollow on Twitter @RTalkertives --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Miss Virginia | The Leaders of Tommorow

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 welcome your feedback at podcast@remotetalkertives.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message

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 welcome your feedback at podcast@remotetalkertives.com --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/reeltalkextra/message</a>

Living In Bondage-Breaking Free: True Life Fiction

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@reeltalkextra.com Facebook: Reel Talk Extra Twitter: @ReelTalkExtra

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