E002 - Godzilla

In this episode, William and Will discuss their early memories of Godzilla and their favorite Godzilla movies. They explore the history of Godzilla and its various interpretations as a metaphor for nuclear war, the hubris of mankind, and more. They also discuss the challenges faced by the actor inside the Godzilla suit and the continuity of the show era films. Overall, they express their love for Godzilla and the impact it has had on popular culture. The conversation delves into the different eras of Godzilla films, including the Heisei Era and the Millennium Era. It explores the narrative freedom of Godzilla movies and the silly and fun elements they contain. The American take on Godzilla is discussed, particularly the Legendary Monsterverse and its positive reception. The continuity issues in the Monsterverse are also touched upon, as well as the positive reception of Monarch, the organization in the Monsterverse. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the recent Godzilla vs. Kong movie and the Monsterverse franchise. They also delve into the emotional impact and brilliant storytelling of Godzilla Minus One, a Japanese film that explores the psychological effects of war and destruction.  In this conversation, William and Wil Weiss discuss the iconic monster, Godzilla. They explore the origins of Godzilla and its impact on popular culture. They also share their personal connections to the character and discuss the idea of 'Kaiju Moments'. Overall, the conversation provides an entertaining and insightful look into the world of Godzilla.