In this very special episode, Liam and Matt celebrate a milestone: Matt’s 44th birthday and the 44th episode of the podcast! 🎉
To celebrate Liam kindly let Matt geek out on an unusual topic, and we broke from our usual remote setup. Liam came up to Matt’s place, and we recorded this one live in the backyard, each armed with a bottle of Matt’s homebrewed stout.
We dive into one of Matt’s lifelong passions: Superman. But this isn’t just a fandom deep-dive — it’s a look at what Superman represents, why the character resonates across generations, and what it teaches us about hope, resilience, and the human need for heroes.
We discuss:
- Why the 1978 Superman movie still holds up today
- How practical effects made us believe a man could fly
- The deeper mythology behind Superman as a modern archetype
- Why hope matters — even (or especially) in cynical times
- How geekdom, storytelling, and technology are deeply intertwined
And after the recording? A few beers and a few games of laser tag to properly mark the occasion. 🍻🔫
If you’ve ever believed that stories can change the world — or just want to hear Matt get animated about something that isn’t JavaScript or tech debt — this one’s for you.
🍻 Tonight’s Drinks:
- Matt: Matt’s Homebrewed Stout
- Liam: Matt’s Homebrewed Stout
💬 As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts — especially your own geek-out topics!
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Cheers! 🍻