13.43: Shark Week 2024

Geek Girl Soup

Episode Summary:

Dive into the depths of Shark Week with the Geek Girl Soup crew! In this fin-tastic episode, Susan, Kelly, and Cort swim through a sea of shark-themed documentaries and movies, sharing their thoughts and cheeky commentary on the good, the bad, and the downright dippy.

Highlights:

• Shark Week Kickoff: The hosts kick off with a noisy backdrop, blaming the screams on Shark Week hysteria. They reminisce about when the fear of sharks began, naturally leading to "Jaws" and the USS Indianapolis story.
• In Memoriam: A somber reflection on recent celebrity deaths, from Shelley Duvall to Shannon Doherty, sparking a discussion on the flaws of the healthcare system.
• "House of the Dragon" Reactions: A spirited debate on the latest episode titles, characters, and plot twists. The hosts break down their favorite moments and speculate on future episodes.
• Digital Media Woes: A frustrating tale of disappearing digital downloads prompts a discussion on the importance of physical media.
• Upcoming Releases: Excitement for upcoming streaming releases, including the new "Twisters" movie and Simone Biles' documentary on Netflix.

Shark Movie Deep Dive:

• Dino Shark (2010): A prehistoric monster wreaks havoc, but the star-studded cast can't save the laughable effects.
• Bait (2012): A tsunami brings a shark to a supermarket, providing unexpected thrills and a touch of nostalgia with familiar faces.
• The Shallows (2016): Blake Lively battles a relentless shark in a nail-biting thriller.
• USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage (2016): Nicolas Cage stars in this historical drama about the infamous World War II shipwreck.
• Under Paris (2023): A fun, cheesy French shark movie set in the Seine, offering a unique twist on the shark genre.

Shark Documentaries:

• Sharkageddon: A dippy but entertaining look at shark behavior in Hawaii.
• Sharks vs. Nazis in Paradise: Expedition Unknown's episode uncovering WWII shipwrecks with a shark twist.
• After the Bite: Cape Cod's growing shark population and its impact on locals and tourists.

Next Week:

Get ready for the Olympics! We'll be diving into sports documentaries, from Simone Biles' journey on Netflix to the WNBA's social justice efforts. Join us for another week of geeky goodness and spirited discussions.

Stay Geeky and Swim Safe! 🦈🎬📺

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