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  • Deep Hopics Movie Review - Ep. 9: The Running Man
    Sep 26 2025

    We have a very special movie review for the month ofSeptember! The guys are breaking down the Arnold Schwarzenegger 80's action-packed classic: The Running Man! Set in the dystopian future of 2017 (lol...), Ben Richards, our wrongly convicted hero, is sentenced to a game showwhere he will have to run for his life from the deadly stalkers on his trail. Join Kyle and Robert as they ask all of the important questions: How did they make a personalized suit for Arnold so quickly? What constitutes proper chainsawetiquette while riding a motorcycle? Is Dynamo and his Lite Brite suit the lamest villain of all time? In honor of Stephen King's birthday, the guys also do a quick recap of the 1982 book that the movie is based on. Tune in and find out the differences between the book and movie adaptation. As always, thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Ep:30 - Judgement from the Future
    Sep 19 2025

    Kyle and Robert are ready for the 2025 NFL season to begin!But this got them thinking...is the NFL our society's version of the ancient Roman Gladiator battles? This launched the guys into a much deeper topic: How do we view our past actions and how do we think our future selves will judgeour actions of today? Kyle and Robert both cringe over the things they did and said as teenagers, but what will the 2050 elderly versions of the guys think about them now? Let's be honest, our elderly selves are probably hanging theirheads in shame too! Look, it's never too late to think about changing your behavior in the present, because 'now' is the only time you have to make a difference.


    Also, please stay tuned to the books and movies segment, aswe discuss next week's Deep Hopic Movie Pick for September 2025! Thanks forlistening!

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Ep:29 - Separating the Art from the Artist
    Sep 12 2025

    After a quick recap of the weekend at the Cotton Candy Festival, hosts Kyle and Robert dive into the complex topic ofseparating the art from the artist, questioning whether art can be appreciated independently of its creator. They discuss how ethics and morality evolve over time (you probably wouldn't want to hang out with Thomas Jefferson in the 21stCentury). The guys emphasize the importance of holding artists accountable for their actions and the harm they may cause. At the same time, they discuss the value of incentivizing sincere apologies and offering a path back to social acceptance for those genuinely working to improve. This is easier for Kyle, as all the books he reads are covered in dust and centuries old. However, Robert is considering what to do about his Spotify playlist and new shows he's watching. Ultimately, everyone will likely draw their own boundaries when consuming art created by flawed individuals, and it's up to you to decide your level of support and forgiveness. As always, let us know your thoughts by emailing us at DeepHopics@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Ep 28: - Nostalgia
    Sep 5 2025

    This week, Robert and Kyle are reliving their glory days while reminiscing about the wacky and wonderful nostalgia of the '90s and early 2000s. Does anyone else remember having to take their stereo out of the car? Or playing multiplayer video games in person before online gaming? And don't get us started on the nearly inedible school lunches that forced this pair of truants to buy ice cream from the grocery store during 5th period (j/k mom). Tune in and scream some infidelities alongside us as we discuss the power of nostalgia and how we hope to build these types of moments and memories forour children. Thanks for listening!


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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Deep Hopics Movie Review - Ep.8: Ready To Rumble
    Aug 29 2025

    For August's movie breakdown, the guys are tackling an early 2000s classic: Read To Rumble! Friend of the podcast and wrestling expert Markel (from the Wrestling the Ring podcast) joins Kyle and Robert to relive the heyday and nostalgia of all the WCW legends. David Arquette, Scott Caan, Oliver Platt, and Rose McGowan go toe to toe with a litany of wrestling all-stars to salvage a washed-up loser's career. Did this movie spell the end of WCW? Is a punch to the crotch an acceptable move in professional wrestling? Find out the answers as the guys wax poetic about seeing all of their childhood favorite wrestlers, including: Sting, Randy Savage, Goldberg, Diamond Dallas Page, Booker T, Rey Mysterio, and many more!


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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • Ep: 27 - Back to School
    Aug 22 2025

    This week, the guy's finish their summer recap with some birthday highlights, Slip N Slides, and a story about golfing involving Vaseline? From there, Kyle spends his first day at Middle School in over 25yrsfor his daughter's orientation. The hosts discuss the bewildering number of Apps that parents must constantly watch to get updates for their kids at school. Did you know there is a different app for grades, for homework, for lunch menus, for lunch money balance, for school announcements, for sports, for dance, etc.?! Back in the 90s, did Robert sign his own permission slip as "Robert's Mom"? Listen and find out on this week's 'Back to School' edition episode!

    Beers

    Anchorage – We all need a Friend

    Bells - Tropical Hopslam

    Books:

    Kyle: 

    Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman,

    Robert:

    You’re not supposed to Die tonight

    TV Show:

    Wednesday

    Sandman

    Twisted Metal

    Movie:

    Death of a Unicorn


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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Ep: 26 - Summer Recap
    Aug 15 2025

    This week, the guys catch up after a week off from podcasting. Kyle recaps his 15th anniversary trip with his wife and covers all of his favorite and least favorite things (books, beers, fire alarms, and missing cocktail cherries)! Robert reminisces about the good ol' days when $5 and a lifeguard counted as a viable babysitting plan during his childhood summers. The guys discuss family outings to Theme Parks and Zoos and how being a dad changes your workout goals from 'Fitness Magazine Cover Model' to 'Hopefully I can fit into a rollercoaster seat with my kid...!" And just once, can Robert keep Kyle from singing during the breaks? Let us know what you think in the comments!

    Beers:

    Kyle:

    Nocterra Brewing Company – Beta Flash

    Madtree Brewery – Seeing Colors

    Robert:

    Hoof Hearted - Ripper Zipper

    Drekker Brewing Company – Fluff Stuff Strawberry Banana

    Books:

    Kyle:  

    Summer for the Gods: The Scopes Trial and America'sContinuing Debate Over Science and Religion by Edward J Larson

    Robert:

    Iron Gold (Book 4) of the Red Rising Series – Pierce Brown

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Ep: 25 - Hustle Culture: A Skeptical Take
    Aug 8 2025

    This week, Kyle and Robert discuss the concept of 'Hustle Culture'. Is this a uniquely American phenomenon? Does 'work ethic' mean something different across the different generations (Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z)? The hosts also discuss a variety of traps and pitfalls with adopting the 'grindset'. Beware of the Hustle Influencers... cold plunges and 20-hour workdays are unlikely to turn you into an overnight success. Be careful not to tie your self-worth to work output or your salary. As always, let us know your thoughts by sending an email to Deephopics@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

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    Beers:

    Kyle:

    Weka Breeze – Yellow Springs Brewery

    Cincy Light Lime Lager -Rhinegeist


    Robert:

    This is your brain on Hops – Kings County Brewers Collective

    Books:

    Kyle:  

    The Handmaid's Tale -Novel by Margaret Atwood


    Robert:

    Morning Star- Pierce Brown

    You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight - Book by Kalynn Bayron


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    1 hr and 6 mins