S5 EP:4V – GUNS DON’T KILL PEOPLE, BAD ACTORS DO

The guys (Kareem, Ken, Pat) are joined by guest BMO Jr. to wrap up their review of Romeo Must Die. Tangents include the foreign actor scale, slimy NFL-middle man brokers, property devaluation vs. gentrification, prepaid Romeo and Juliet scripts, and more.

Show Notes

Episode Overview: In this episode, Kareem, Ken, Pat, and special guest Bruce Molock Jr. embark on a wild, laughter-filled journey as they attempt to discuss Delroy Lindo’s captivating performance in Romeo Must Die.

But true to the show’s name, the conversation veers off-course in the best possible way. From actor ratings to real estate tangents, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and surprises.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

Delroy Lindo Appreciation Station
A deep dive into Delroy Lindo’s magnetic on-screen presence in Romeo Must Die.
-The hosts share their favorite moments and why Lindo’s performance anchors the film.
The Foreign Actor Scale Debate
-What exactly qualifies someone to rise—or fall—on the foreign actor scale?
-A comically inconclusive discussion that somehow ropes in Jet Li, Gérard Depardieu, and Jackie Chan.
Slimy NFL Middlemen: A Necessary Evil?
-Bruce shares a hilarious anecdote that exposes the absurdity of shady NFL middleman brokers.
-The group speculates on how these characters might function in a Romeo Must Die-style plot twist.
Property Devaluation vs. Gentrification: A Tangential Spiral
-Kareem sparks a lively debate on real estate economics and its portrayal in the media.
-The team hilariously imagines how Romeo Must Die would look if set amidst gentrification wars.
Prepaid Romeo and Juliet Scripts—A Genius Business Idea?
-The group brainstorms prepaid tragedy scripts for modern-day star-crossed lovers.

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EP.121 – Catching Bullets With His Teeth – A Review of The State of Martial Arts Films pt.1 – Tangential Giants Podcast

This week on Tangential Giants, Kareem, Ken, Patrick, and guest JPG attempt the impossible: giving a straight, disciplined breakdown of the state of martial arts films today. Naturally, it goes off the rails immediately.Kareem and JPG revive their long‑running feud over who the real host of Tangential Giants is, Ken tries to keep the peace like a weary kung‑fu mentor who never asked for this, and Patrick wonders aloud how Superman ever got talked into snapping necks in the first place.From the elegance of classic martial arts choreography to the modern trend of turning every fight scene into a small‑arms convention, the crew eventually lands on Roadhouse and its staggering devotion to gunfire. They try to talk technique and philosophy, but Roadhouse keeps showing up like an uninvited bar brawler.If you like martial arts cinema, chaotic detours, and the kind of debates that only get louder when no one is winning, this episode is your dojo.#tangentialgiants #martialartsmovies #actioncinema #roadhouse #superman #moviepodcast #filmtalk #popculturepodcast #JPGvsKareem