Episode 35 - Critical Darlings

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Randy wanted a book and a movie that have been under discussion as being in the mix for best of 2014. We gave him "Boyhood" and The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters. Also under discussion: an AV Club article about Prestige vs Mid-Reputable television. AND, we each give you something from 2014 we loved and something from 2015 we're looking forward to. Is that ... Show More

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