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1999 movie, “The Matrix” popularized the use of “bullet time” or the method of using slow motion in film to create a time bending effect. But it wasn’t the first to do so, not by a long shot. Travel back in time with us to experience a story about Smirnoff commercials, a 1900’s Austrian priest who loved movies, and the father of modern cinema, Akira Kurosawa. Thomas Edison gets mentioned several times in this episode, despite having no actual presence in this particular history.
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Two friends, Austin and Brenda, delve into the rich history of secret nerd mysteries near and dear to their hearts in their own loose, light-hearted way. If you’ve ever wondered “Why Saturday morning for cartoons?” or “How come Chuck E. Cheese cares so much about other people’s birthdays?”, this is the show for you!
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