Antidote for the Commonplace

THE BIG 50! Well, we made it: Our 50th episode of Antidote for the Commonplace. In this episode we discuss some of our favorite films, comics, and games that were released over the past year but were not covered in a previous episode. Topics include Resident Evil, Looper, X-Wing, Columbus Comic Con, Bouchercon, Sinister, Max Payne 3, Bioshock Infinite, superhero films, and Resident Evil Revelations. Here’s to 50 more episodes! document.createElement('audio'); http://antidoteforthecommonplace.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/episode-50.mp3 (RSS Feed)     (iTunes)

It’s here! The World’s End, the cap to the infamous Cornetto Trilogy. The AftC crew take on the conclusion to two of their absolute favorite films. Does it deserve a spot alongside Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, on display atop the mantel for all to see? Tune in to find out! PREPARE TO GET ANNIHILATED http://antidoteforthecommonplace.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/episode-49-the-worlds-end.mp3 (RSS Feed)     (iTunes)  

The World’s End is in theaters and it’s the perfect time to take a stroll down memory lane with our favorite Brits. Director Edgar Wright takes center stage as we discuss our favorite moments from Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz (the first two films in the “Cornetto Trilogy”) as well as Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. Come back next week for our take on The World’s End! *Cornetto Trilogy poster artwork by Tom Berry. http://antidoteforthecommonplace.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/episode-48-edgar-wright-retrospective.mp3 (RSS Feed)     (iTunes)

With the release of Riddick, the latest film in the Chronicles of Riddick saga, mere days away, the AftC crew take a look back on the film series. From it’s humble beginnings in a cult hit, Pitch Black, to the epic sequel, Chronicles of Riddick, we take a trip down memory lane to examine the character of Riddick and the movies where he captured our attention. On with the show! http://antidoteforthecommonplace.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/episode-47-riddick-retrospective.mp3 (RSS Feed)     (iTunes)

We are back from GenCon 2013 to recap the best four days in gaming. The hosts recap the con and all the cool games we played including deckbuilding games, boardgames, and card games. We also provide mini-reviews of Zombicide and X-Wing and discuss Matt’s Star Wars LCG North American Championship victory. http://antidoteforthecommonplace.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/episode-46-gencon-2013-recap.mp3 (RSS Feed)     (iTunes)