Story Archives, a TV and Film Podcast

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2021/11/08
Latest episode
2026/02/03
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50 min.
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11 days

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Join us on Story Archives each week as hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton provide entertaining commentary on the latest TV Shows and Films, with the current focus on the Apple Original Series, Silo, Season 2. Tune in on Thursdays for our Livestream Instant Reaction Coverage and Sundays for our weekly Deep Dives. Keep up with all things Story Archives:  Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ * ⁠⁠⁠https://soapbox.house/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Email us your Silo Theories and anything else you’d like to contribute to the show:  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' S1E3 'The Squire' Review
2026/02/03
Join hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton in this episode of Story Archives as they delve deep into 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms', episode three, titled 'The Squire'. Mario and Zach discuss their predictions, shocking reveals, character dynamics, and the evolving bond between Dunk and Egg. They also touch upon the authenticity of the character portrayals, surprising moments, and hints of future storylines. Perfect for fans who love detailed discussions on the series and engaging insights on plot developments. 00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives 00:12 Discussing 'The Squire' Episode 01:05 Surprise Egg Reveal 01:46 Character Analysis and Predictions 05:18 The Targaryen Dynamics 06:10 Future of Dunk and Egg Series 16:59 Podcast Anecdotes and Humor 21:09 Analyzing Egg's Ambition 21:37 The Madness of the Targaryens 22:31 Game of Thrones Leadership Corruption 22:47 Disappointment with Game of Thrones Ending 23:42 The Bond Between Dunk and Egg 24:05 Food Talk: Goose Eggs and Hot Dogs 25:46 American Cuisine Debate 27:24 The Art of Cooking Steak 28:26 Gruesome Scenes in the Show 29:17 Dreaming of a Game of Thrones Video Game 31:57 Moral Dilemmas in the Episode 35:35 Concerns About Child Actors 38:05 Favorite Characters and Scenes 40:36 Wrapping Up and Future Plans Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' S1E2 'Hard Salt Beef' Review
2026/01/27
Welcome back to Story Archives! In this episode, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into Season 1, Episode 2 of 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' titled 'Hard Salt Beef.' They discuss the show's prospects, referencing scenes from 'Game of Thrones,' and analyze the character development of Dunk and Egg. They speculate about Dunk's future in the tournament, Egg's curiosity, and how the show's lighter tone is influenced by their peasant perspective. They also touch on the portrayal of Sir Arlan and Dunk's evolving view of him. The episode concludes with their thoughts on the recent Netflix event featuring a skyscraper climber. 00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives 00:15 Diving into 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' 00:37 Sir Duncan the Tall: A Hero's Journey 00:59 The Legacy of Sir Arlan 01:46 Dunk's Realization and Growth 03:45 The Hand of the King and Royal Intrigues 05:01 Dunk's New Sigil and Identity 13:22 The Comedic Dynamic of Dunk and Egg 15:35 The Jousting Tournament Begins 21:38 Dunk's Sobering Realization 23:20 Discussion on Innocence and Nudity in Game of Thrones 26:25 Dunk and Egg's Dynamic and Character Development 27:28 Tournament Anticipation and Predictions 34:19 Simpler Show Structure and Episode Length 35:02 Neighbor's Pot Smoking and Episode Format Preferences 38:29 Climbing Skyscrapers and Netflix Special 44:12 Podcast Wrap-Up and Call to Action Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' S1E1 'The Hedge Knight' Review
2026/01/21
Welcome back to Story Archives with hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton. This episode covers Season 1, Episode 1 of HBO's 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight', a Game of Thrones prequel set 100 years before Game of Thrones and 70 years after House of the Dragon. Mario and Zachary discuss the timeline, characters, and their impressions of the show. Key highlights include casting praise, the unique tone of the show, the chemistry between Sir Dunk and Egg, and the remarkable production quality. They also delve into the implications of streaming trends on storytelling and content quality. Stay tuned for more in-depth analysis and subscribe for regular updates. 00:00 Welcome to Story Archives 00:12 Setting the Timeline: A Night of The Seven Kingdoms 01:07 Diving into the Book vs. Show 03:23 Humor and Tone in the Episode 04:27 The Visual Appeal of HBO's Productions 06:24 Discussing the Prequel Nature of the Series 13:33 Introducing Sir Dunk and Egg 16:13 Character Dynamics and Casting 27:27 Medieval Details and RPG Vibes 29:39 The Revolutionary Playwright 30:54 Anticipation and Release Schedules 31:44 Future of the Series and George R.R. Martin's Role 34:34 Creative Control and Streaming Deals 43:47 Casting Young Actors 48:47 Concerns About Netflix's Influence 54:11 The Art of Filmmaking 57:16 Conclusion and Next Episode Tease Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Pluribus' - S1E9 'La Chica o El Mundo' Finale Review
2026/01/14
Welcome back to Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this first episode of 2026, the hosts kick off the year by discussing the long-awaited finale of Pluribus Season 1. They cover key plot points, character arcs, and the show's use of symbolism. Mario and Zachary also preview their upcoming coverage of 'The Night of the Seven Kingdoms,' a Game of Thrones prequel, and express interest in a potential Stranger Things finale discussion. The episode wraps up with an engaging after-show segment where they discuss recent movie viewings, including classics like 'The Hustler,' 'It's a Wonderful Life,' and modern action films like 'John Wick' and 'Ford v Ferrari.'00:00 Welcome Back and Happy New Year!01:45 Upcoming Episodes and Series Plans04:06 Pluribus Season Finale Breakdown05:22 Character Analysis: Manuso and Carol06:32 The Symbolism of Colors in Pluribus08:43 The Infected and Their Mysterious Behavior11:51 Theories and Speculations on the Signal23:49 Fan Theories and Viewer Comments28:25 Looking Forward to Season Two30:17 The Bomb Dilemma30:58 Carol's Realization32:57 Season Two Speculations34:55 Favorite Scenes and Characters40:16 Movie Talk52:41 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Pluribus' - S1E7-8 'The Gap' & 'Charm Offensive' Review
2025/12/20
In this episode of Pluribus by Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton break down episodes 7 and 8 of the latest season. They discuss the decision to combine these episodes due to the lack of substantial content in episode 7, and express their disappointment about the season finale approaching sooner than expected. Key topics include character developments, storyline twists, and intriguing new information about Kepler 22 B. The hosts also speculate on the potential conflicts and darker turns the series might take in its concluding episodes. 00:00 Welcome Back to Pluribus 00:44 Episode 7 and 8 Recap 01:21 The Penultimate Episode Discussion 02:09 Character Analysis: Manu and Carol 03:31 Kepler 22 and Galactic Conquest 06:11 Human Connection and Alien Isolation 06:52 Symbolism and Dialogue Breakdown 13:06 Moral Complexity of the Aliens 18:12 Speculations and Predictions 24:58 Fast and Furious Tangent 26:53 Dark Realizations for Carol 27:57 Reflecting on Helen's Character 28:26 Alien Theories and Speculations 30:06 Camera Angles and Hobbit Comparisons 31:12 Movie Review: Roof Man 32:28 Nostalgia and Social Media Evolution 35:31 Apple's Innovation and Criticisms 39:38 Christmas Preparations and Decorations 42:39 Stranger Things Volume One Critique 44:43 TV Show Recommendations and Discussions 48:52 Game of Thrones Prequel Speculations 50:54 Outro and Holiday Wishes Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Pluribus' - S1E5-6 'Got Milk' & 'HDP' Review
2025/12/06
Welcome back to another episode of Pluribus by Story Archives. Hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton dive into episodes five and six, titled 'Got Milk' and 'HDP' (Human Derived Protein). Both hosts share their personal room renovation projects and discuss the latest dramatic developments in Pluribus. Mario highlights his new relaxed podcast set-up and renovations, while Zach recounts his ceiling repainting experience. They review major plot points such as Carol’s frightening discoveries, the hive mind's moral complexity, and the mysterious Manus from Paraguay. They also speculate on future storylines, including the potential for an alien invasion and developments in the show's overarching mystery. Additionally, there's a fun comparison to James Bond, exploring potential actors suitable for the role. The episode ends with their picks for favorite scenes, reinforcing their excitement for the next Pluribus episodes. 00:00 Welcome and New Beginnings 00:16 Home Renovations and Setups 03:45 Thanksgiving Recap and TV Shows 04:07 Pluribus Episode Discussions 05:40 The Hive Mind and Moral Dilemmas 07:16 Character Dynamics and Predictions 18:01 Alien Theories and Sci-Fi Tropes 20:53 Diante's Lifestyle and Future Speculations 33:05 Alien Signal and Writer's Room Speculations 33:52 Landing the Plane: TV Show Endings 35:32 Vince Gilligan's Mastery and Comedic Timing 36:32 Hive Mind and Character Dynamics 40:26 Comparing Shows and Episode Highlights 47:40 James Bond Casting Speculations 58:54 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Pluribus' - S1E3-4 'Grenade' & 'Please, Carol' Review
2025/11/22
In this episode of Pluribus by Story Archives, hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton delve into the developments of episodes three and four. They discuss Carol’s realization about the potential to reverse the hive mind’s control, the unsettling behavior of hive-minders, and speculate on the future direction of the show. Personal anecdotes and tangents on Thanksgiving traditions and movie lists provide an engaging and warm after-show segment. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:15 Episode Recap and Analysis 04:51 Character Insights and Predictions 06:41 Upcoming Shows and Network Updates 11:35 AI and Hive Mind Discussion 16:24 Speculations and Future Plot Directions 24:13 Carol's Personal Journey and Reflections 31:24 Imagining a World Without Rules 31:52 The Ethics of Hoarding Wealth 32:37 Luxury in a Post-Apocalyptic World 33:13 The Aftermath of Saving the World 33:50 Dinner with Vince Gilligan 34:22 Hospital Food and Health 35:27 Carol's Next Move 39:13 Movie Backlog and Recommendations 45:30 Thanksgiving Plans and Traditions 53:28 Podcast Sign-Off and Future Plans Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Pluribus' - S1E1-2 'We Is Us' & 'Pirate Lady' Review
2025/11/14
Welcome back to ‘Pluribus’ by Story Archives. In this debut episode, we break down the first two episodes of Vince Gilligan's new series ‘Pluribus’. Hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton discuss the thematic elements, plot developments, and potential metaphors underlying the show. They explore the sociological and psychological aspects of the characters, the mysterious genetic sequence, and speculate on where the series might head next. 00:00 Welcome and Reunited Hosts 00:36 Covering Recent Shows and Solo Pods 01:18 Introduction to Pluribus 01:40 Personal Updates and Show Impressions 02:45 Discussion on Pluribus Episode One 08:09 Themes and Metaphors in Pluribus 14:36 Speculations and Future Predictions 19:36 Character Analysis and Symbolism 27:13 Vince Gilligan's Storytelling and Expectations 38:32 Character Analysis: Lakshmi and Carol 39:11 The Hive Mind Dilemma 40:47 Carol's Struggle and Strategy 41:56 The Positive Side of the Hive Mind 42:26 Speculations and Theories 44:59 Symbolism and Hidden Messages 55:22 Episode Ratings and Future Predictions 56:03 After Pod: Black Rabbit and Other Shows 01:00:21 Movie Backlog and James Bond Discussion 01:03:28 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'The Map That Leads to You' Review
2025/11/03
In this episode of Story Archives, Mario introduces a new series called 'Mini Movie Reviews,' starting with a review of the romantic film 'The Map That Leads to You.' Mario gives a summary and his personal thoughts on the movie, discussing its plot, characters, and overall themes. He critiques the rushed romantic development but praises the emotion and chemistry between characters, ultimately giving the film a 7 out of 10. The episode reflects on the balance between structured and spontaneous living, both in travel and in life. 00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives 00:07 Introducing Mario's Mini Movie Reviews 01:04 Setting the Scene: A Messy Saturday Morning 01:11 Reviewing 'The Map That Leads to You' 01:33 Plot Overview and Characters 03:26 Romantic Dynamics and Themes 04:46 Comparisons and Personal Reflections 07:32 Final Thoughts and Ratings 15:49 Travel Preferences and Personal Anecdotes 17:22 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Alice in Borderland Season Three Review
2025/10/27
In this episode of Story Archives, Host Mario Busto reviews the thrilling third season of Netflix's Alice in Borderland, starring Kento Yamazaki, Tao Tsuchiya, and Kento Kaku Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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TASK on HBO Series Review
2025/10/21
In this episode of Story Archives, Host Mario Busto reviews the latest hit HBO Drama, Task, starring Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, and Emilia Jones. Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Slow Horses' - S5E2-4 'Missiles' Review
2025/10/17
Hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton return to discuss episodes 2 through 4 of Slow Horses Season 5. They delve into first impressions, character developments, and plot twists, particularly the surprising ending of episode 4. They critique the pacing, character arcs, and discuss their predictions for the remainder of the season. The episode also includes off-topic conversations about other TV shows and movies. 00:00 Welcome and Episode Overview 00:29 First Impressions and Season Comparison 02:04 Character Analysis: River Cartwright 03:46 Plot Speculations and Theories 15:58 Security Lapses and Plot Holes 25:27 Actor Highlights and Fun Facts 32:15 Nostalgic Batman Movies 32:41 Skipping to Nolan's Batman 33:48 Mid-Season Update Discussion 35:55 Slow Horses Predictions 40:14 TV Show Pacing Issues 43:03 House of Guinness Critique 46:00 Game of Thrones Comparisons 48:39 Movie and TV Show Recommendations 55:03 The Power of Storytelling 56:49 Podcast Industry Insights 01:02:45 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Slow Horses' - S5E1 'Bad Dates' Review
2025/09/26
Welcome back to Story Archives, where hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton dive into the premiere of Slow Horses Season 5, titled 'Bad Dates'. They discuss the show's return after a break, explore character dynamics, notable plot points, and the evolving storyline. The episode delves into themes like political conspiracies, personal struggles of the characters, and possible future twists. Highlights include Jackson Lamb's unique management style, River Cartwright's emotional turmoil, and Roddy's unexpected romance. They also speculate on the direction of upcoming episodes and touch on recent shows they are watching. 00:00 Welcome Back to Story Archives 00:44 Introduction to Slow Horses 01:44 Season Four Recap and Critique 04:03 Character Dynamics and Predictions 08:56 Jackson Lamb's Unique Charm 12:24 Political Intrigue and Theories 20:22 Upcoming Shows and Final Thoughts 21:30 Setting the Stage: Hitting 10,000 21:42 Peaky Blinders Connections 22:12 Shirley's Pursuit and Roddy's Awkwardness 23:25 Roddy's Character Analysis 24:04 River's Trauma and Roddy's Targeting 25:44 Office Shootout Recap 26:14 Comedic Relief and Character Dynamics 26:49 Catherine's Alcohol Struggles 28:13 Jackson Lamb's Hygiene 31:34 Future Show Plans and Guinness Talk 34:35 Favorite Characters and Scenes 39:56 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Foundation' S3E10 ‘The Darkness’ Recap
2025/09/12
Welcome back to the final episode of Foundation Season three by Story Archives. In this episode, hosts Mario Buso and Zachary Newton dive into an in-depth analysis of season three, episode 10 titled 'The Darkness' The hosts discuss the dark thematic elements that make Game of Thrones look mild, the various character arcs, and the pivotal moments that define this season’s climax. They analyze stunning revelations, including the rise of Emperor Darkness, the jaw-dropping Earth reveal, and the shocking events surrounding Gail, Demerzel, and Dusk. The discussion wraps up with favorite lines, scenes, and the lingering questions fans are left with. A must-listen for those into intricate plot twists and detailed show breakdowns. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:20 Initial Reactions and Episode Title Discussion 00:59 Speculations and Predictions 01:59 Character Analysis and Plot Holes 04:53 Action Scenes and Plot Twists 08:45 The Mule and Beta's True Identity 14:11 Dusk's Transformation and Final Moments 21:54 De Mazel's Actions and Theories 29:53 Final Thoughts and Future Speculations 39:03 Closing Remarks and Call to Action 40:13 WTF Moments and Gale's Maneuver 41:19 Gale's Struggle and Logical Flaws 44:06 Prime Radiant and Earth Reveal 44:40 Empire Darkness and Season Finale Reactions 47:50 Speculations and Future Seasons 49:04 Favorite Moments and Characters 55:30 Bets and Predictions Recap 01:06:54 Aftershow Discussions and Reflections Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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'Foundation' S3E9 ‘The Paths That Choose Us’ Recap
2025/09/05
Welcome back to Foundation Season 3 by Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this episode, our hosts dissect the ninth episode, 'The Paths That Choose Us.' They critique episode titles, discuss plot developments including dusk's destructive actions, Harry Selden's mysterious emotions, and ongoing character dynamics. They theorize on future plot twists, especially around the Mule and key robotic characters. The episode ends with a lively after-show touching on other TV shows like 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and 'Chief of War,' and their personal updates. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Title Confusion 01:01 Audio Mishap and Episode Discussion 02:24 Character Analysis and Theories 05:10 Speculations on Future Episodes 07:15 Subscriber Call to Action and Show Suggestions 08:09 Plot Holes and Character Arcs 11:41 Dusk's Actions and Consequences 19:16 Robot Mysteries and Predictions 27:52 Final Thoughts and Speculations 30:24 Exploring Day's Role and Demersal's Fate 31:30 The Cycle of History and Clones 34:45 Pritchard's Allegiance and The Mule's Powers 36:20 The Limits of The Mule's Powers 40:30 Foundation's Storytelling and Viewer Engagement 44:56 Favorite Characters and Scenes 48:25 After Show Discussions and Personal Updates Keep up with all things Story Archives Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soapbox.house⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Support this show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠Follow the hosts on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariobusto @zacharyrnewton Mario’s Production Company: 1992films.com Zachary's Design Company: zacharyrnewton.com
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Fallout
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Dumb and Dumber
Uninformed, uneducated, unnecessary. Tune in for the amateur analyses, stay for the malapropisms. Mildly amusing.
LadyJayne59 2026/01/23
Be Better Prepared
Listening to Peaky Blinders episode recaps where, apparently, the guys discuss episodes they’ve not seen in years but follow along, commenting and try...
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Xega 2025/06/13
Back to the Future
Mario, what you should be watching now is the Back to the Future trilogy. The original is turning 40 next month and it’s a shame you haven’t seen it y...
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Betsy27 2024/05/16
Great Discussions
I love listening to Zach and Mario discuss my favorite shows. Their insights are thoughtful and help me to better appreciate the shows I enjoy.
Matt P91 2024/05/14
Put some effort in
Do you use notes for any of your shows? Or do you just wing it every episode? Any research at all? The character of Auggie is an "iconic" character? O...
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katsukar 2024/05/04
Great podcast for these AppleTV+ shows
Please do podcast on these great shows: Shogun on FX/Hulu, Sugar on AppleTV+, Fallout on Amazon, just to name a few.
will513 2024/04/04
Idk who these guys are, but
The only reason I even listened to them is because I was searching around for Masters of the Air podcasts. Listened to their first episode for it and ...
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iphone doc 2024/03/25
MAGA nuts
I like my entertainment commentary without traitorous, authoritarian right wing propaganda. Won’t ever listen to this show again.
KC Shop Shop 2024/03/17
They Think They Are Fox News Hosts
If you are MAGA and want to hear like-minded people inject their uniformed political opinions into a podcast about entertainment on TV, these are your...
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