Ep 28: Felicia Day & Elliott Kalan

It’s a trivia mix of film, TV and the internet this week on Go Fact Yourself with two of the creative forces behind Netlfix's “Mystery Science Theater 3000!” Elliot Kalan is a newly published children’s author of the book Horse Meets Dog. He’s also the host of fellow Maximum Fun podcast The Flop House. The show is all about discussing bad movies, but Elliott’s made sure that that never impacts his love of great films… even if he can only watch them on his iPad these days. Facing off against Elliott is actress Felicia Day. She’s most known for creating and starring in the online series The Guild. She’ll tell us all about some of her favorite topics and explain some of things she’s learned as she navigates motherhood. In this episode, about 90’s sitcoms, classic films and the everlasting star-power of dinosaurs. What’s the difference: Intention and Prevention What’s the difference between “purposely” and “purposefully”? What’s the difference between “cease” and “desist”? Areas of Expertise Elliott Kalan: Dinosaurs, Alfred Hitchcock, and Abraham Lincoln. Felicia Day: The TV show “Dharma and Greg”, the board game “Settlers of Catan,” and baking cookies. Appearing in this episode: J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Elliott Kalan Felicia Day With guest experts: Veronica Cartwright, actress who has had roles in films like Alien and The Birds. Alan Rachins, actor who’s had roles in series such as “L.A. Law” and “Dharma and Greg.” Go Fact Yourself was devised by Jim Newman and J. Keith van Straaten, and produced in collaboration with Maximum Fun. The show was recorded at The Angel City Brewery in Los Angeles. Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher. The show is edited by Julian Burrell. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact