13.44: Olympic Soup!

Geek Girl Soup

Welcome to Geek Girl Soup! Today, we are all about the Paris Olympics. Allez, le Bleu! And also, “USA, USA!”

[00:01:00] Olympic Sports: Kelly, Susan, and Cort discuss the excitement around the new and returning sports in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Get hyped for breakdancing, skateboarding, and surfing in Tahiti!

[00:05:00] In Memoriam: We pay tribute to the legend Bob Newhart, reflecting on his iconic roles and memorable moments.

[00:07:00] Twisters Movie Review: Cort shares her thoughts on the latest disaster film, "Twisters," which has taken the box office by storm. Is it better than the original? Tune in to find out!

[00:10:00] TV Recommendations: Check out some of our latest TV obsessions. From "Supercell" on Netflix to "Lady in the Lake" on Apple TV+.

[00:20:00] Apple TV+ Spending Spree: Cort dives into the extravagant spending habits of Apple TV+, discussing the jaw-dropping budgets for shows like "Severance" and "House of the Dragon."

[00:28:00] Hot D Recap: The gang breaks down the latest episode of "House of the Dragon," discussing dragon antics, small folk revolts, and more. Spoilers ahead!

[00:42:00] Upcoming Releases: Get the scoop on "Deadpool and Wolverine" hitting cinemas and the "Time Bandits" series on Apple TV+.

[00:51:00] Olympic Fever: With the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics just around the corner, we share our excitement and plans to watch the events unfold.

[00:54:00] Olympic Documentaries: Susan talks about the inspiring Paralympic documentary "Watershed" and teases the intriguing "Olympic Pride, American Prejudice."

[00:57:00] Simone Biles Rising: We discuss the powerful two-episode documentary about Simone Biles, her journey, and her impact on gymnastics and mental health awareness.

[01:04:00] Sprint Documentary: We share insights from the "Sprint" documentary, highlighting athletes like Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles.

[01:12:00] Power of the Dream: Kelly wraps up with a review of "Power of the Dream," showcasing the WNBA's role in political activism during lockdown.

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