Our Favorite Things of 2024 | Trash Taste #235
Trash Taste Podcast
Deep Dive
Why has 2024 been considered a 'mid-year' by the hosts?
2024 has been described as a 'mid-year' because not much has come out in terms of new content, and the memes have been underwhelming.
What is the most popular meme of 2024 according to Garnt?
Garnt mentions 'Hoc Tour' as the closest thing to a popular meme he can remember from 2024.
Why did Connor get into rock climbing?
Connor got into rock climbing because his friend Felix suggested it, and he enjoys the physical challenge and the monkey-like nature of the activity.
How often does Connor go rock climbing?
Connor goes rock climbing every two weeks with Felix.
What is Connor's grip strength like after rock climbing?
Connor's grip strength is severely tested after rock climbing, with his wrists feeling the weight of gravity like cosmic levels.
What is Connor's current skill level in bouldering?
Connor can do V5s and V6s, which puts him at the higher end of intermediate skill in bouldering.
What is Dab's Famous Hood Joint, and why does Garnt love it?
Dab's Famous Hood Joint is a single store in Kichijoji, Japan, known for its chicken and rice, which Garnt describes as diabolically good, with a New York-style turmeric rice.
How often does Garnt order from Dab's Famous Hood Joint?
Garnt orders from Dab's Famous Hood Joint three to four times a week.
What is Slay the Spire: The Board Game like compared to the video game?
Slay the Spire: The Board Game is very close to the video game, with slight differences in mechanics like vulnerable effects and simplified numbers for easier gameplay.
Why is Slay the Spire: The Board Game appealing to non-roguelike players?
The board game is appealing because it offers a co-op card game experience where players work together, unlike traditional PVP card games.
What is the main issue with Black Myth: Wukong according to Garnt?
Garnt finds Black Myth: Wukong's world boring and the lack of a map to be a significant issue.
What does Garnt compare Black Myth: Wukong to in terms of gameplay?
Garnt compares Black Myth: Wukong to God of War, describing it as an action RPG with quick, martial arts-like combat.
What is the gameplay loop of Balatro like?
Balatro is a poker deck-building game where players try to make the best poker hands with limited discards and modifiers, creating high-scoring combos.
Why is Balatro considered addictive?
Balatro is addictive because it offers a simple yet highly replayable gameplay loop that can quickly turn into hours of play.
What is Satisfactory, and why does Garnt enjoy it?
Satisfactory is a factory-building game where players start from nothing and progress to building massive structures, including a space elevator. Garnt enjoys it because it feels like Minecraft turned up to 11.
What is the controversy surrounding Power: World?
Power: World faced controversy due to lawsuits, but it has still been a commercial success, making over half a billion dollars in revenue.
What is Shogun (2024) about?
Shogun is a TV series that explores the cultural clash between Japanese and Western worlds through the story of John Blackthorn, a British sailor who becomes entangled in Japanese politics.
Why does Garnt recommend The Penguin?
Garnt recommends The Penguin because of Colin Farrell's phenomenal performance and the show's strong mafia story, which he compares to The Sopranos and Goodfellas.
What is Arcane season 2 like compared to season 1?
Arcane season 2 is described as a flawed masterpiece, with incredible animation but slightly weaker character development compared to season 1's Silco.
What is One Piece: Fan Letter about?
One Piece: Fan Letter is a short film that explores the lives of ordinary people in the One Piece world, showing their struggles and how they are affected by the events of the series.
What is the Three Body Problem TV show about?
The Three Body Problem is a sci-fi series based on real scientific theories, exploring the mystery of why humanity has not been contacted by alien life and the chaos that ensues when a scientist discovers a countdown linked to alien communication.
Why did Garnt get back into following football (soccer)?
Garnt got back into football because of the growing global popularity of the sport, the Euros tournament, and the influence of shows like Ted Lasso.
What is the significance of Mitoma in Brighton's football team?
Mitoma is a Japanese player with an anime-like backstory, having turned down professional training as a child to study sports science and eventually becoming one of the best dribblers in the Premier League.
What is Garnt's favorite boss battle in Elden Ring?
Garnt's favorite boss battle in Elden Ring is against Malenia, Blade of Miquella, which he describes as the epitome of 'get good' gameplay due to its high difficulty and rewarding execution.
What is Damie Lee's YouTube channel about?
Damie Lee's YouTube channel focuses on analyzing architecture in popular media, particularly how buildings and cityscapes are used to characterize settings in films and shows.
What is a super block in urban planning?
A super block is an urban planning concept where a section of a city is cordoned off to reduce car traffic, allowing more space for pedestrians and improving community feel.
What is Memories of Matsuko about?
Memories of Matsuko is a film about the tragic life of a woman who experiences abuse, betrayal, and various hardships, told in a lighthearted yet emotionally heavy way.
What is Late Night with the Devil about?
Late Night with the Devil is a horror film set in the 1970s, following a late-night TV show host who invites a woman claiming to be possessed by the devil, leading to increasingly unsettling events.
What is Trails to Azure, and why does Garnt like it?
Trails to Azure is a JRPG that Garnt considers one of the best in the series, with tight writing, a clean arc, and a satisfying payoff after investing over 200 hours into the series.
What is Metaphor Re Fantasia, and why does Joey like it?
Metaphor Re Fantasia is a JRPG that Joey considers one of his favorites, with better characters and writing than Persona 5, and a strong focus on character interaction without the distraction of romance.
What is Unicorn Overlord, and why does Joey recommend it?
Unicorn Overlord is a real-time strategy game inspired by Fire Emblem, offering customizable units, real-time battles, and a variety of waifu characters. Joey recommends it for fans of strategy games and Fire Emblem.
What is Sanctuary, and why does Joey like it?
Sanctuary is a sumo-themed TV show that combines the drama of delinquent stories with the sport of sumo, featuring intense action sequences and a compelling story of redemption.
- Lack of memorable memes in 2024
- "Mid" quality memes
- Rapid turnover of internet trends