The Versus Machine - A Comparison of Great Things

For classic science fiction and horror fans, the name Richard Matheson is not lost on them. With an impressive resume of short stories, novels and script work for both television and film, it's no wonder Matheson's body of work would be in high demand for adaptation. Sadly, due to the time period in which his works were created, some modern audiences find his work dated. That shouldn't matter when Hollywood comes to call, right? That's what we plan on figuring out as we have I Am Legend (the 1954 novel) VERSUS I Am Legend (the 2007 film) on The Versus Machine Podcast!   The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page  Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping -- The Curious Goods Podcast  Visit HERE  -- Podcaster Matrix  Experience It HERE — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowing what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Mike Wilkerson https://www.facebook.com/mikewilkerson https://twitter.com/2guystalking https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike2guystalking -- Nick Hearne https://www.facebook.com/nick.hearne.39 https://twitter.com/Nick_Hearne -- More Versus Machine Episodes https://www.2gtdatacore.com/category/versusmachine/ -- I Am Legend (Book) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Am_Legend_(novel) -- I Am Legend (Film) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0480249/ -- Richard Matheson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Matheson -- Matheson's Works https://www.fantasticfiction.com/m/richard-matheson/ -- Last Man On Earth https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0058700/ -- Vincent Price https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001637/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm -- Omega Man https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0067525/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Charlton Heston https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000032/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm -- Will Smith https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000226/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- 28 Days Later https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0289043/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- 28 Weeks Later https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0463854/?ref_=nv_sr_2?ref_=nv_sr_2 -- Batman Vs Superman: Dawn Of Justice https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2975590/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Cast Away https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0162222/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Mad Men https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0804503/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Philip Dick books https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/philip-k-dick/198833/ -- Project Greenlight https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0299368/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Out of the three film adaptations of I Am Legend, which have YOU seen? Be sure to tell us now! -- What was YOUR level of enjoyment reading I Am Legend? We Want To Know! -- What are YOUR memories of the first time you saw I Am Legend? Share Your Experience. -- Book or Film Adaptation...which do YOU prefer? We Want To Know!   Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Nicholas J Hearne: Blessed with an overactive imagination, Nick spent his early years absorbing as much pop culture as possible. From comic books to television, films, sci-fi, fantasy, horror - if it was great storytelling, he assimilated it! From early adolescence to adulthood, Nick spent his time honing his acting and writing skills, starring on stage and screen across the Midwest. In recent years, Nick has started his own comic book company, Archlight Comics, and is also a founder of Archlight Studios, both with longtime friend Jason Contini, and has become a skilled podcast editor and co-host aboard a number of different podcast efforts. — Nicholas J Hearne on Facebook — Nicholas J Hearne on Twitter   Mike Wilkerson: Mike Wilkerson is a former certified Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf, now Marketing Automation Director for a large St. Louis-based Computer company and has been hosting, producing, concepting and enhancing podcasts for 13 years. While his interests are definitively pop culture-based, the bottom line is: It’s ALL About Perspective. Whether it’s being captured inside of one of Mike’s Podcast Capture Studios (based in St. Louis) inside the coming-soon “Micro Audio Podcast Capture Studios” (MPACS) or via The Podcast Bug: A 1974 custom Superbeetle with a recording studio built inside of it – Podcasting is Captured  Perspective. Be sure to contact Mike with questions about podcasting, about the many programs he hosts or about the other programs that populate The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network. — Mike Wilkerson on Facebook

What would happen if you woke up one day and everything you believed in was a lie? What if everything you were taught about the world around you, how to behave, what to feel, how to think...turned out to be wrong? With just a few bits of information, your existence goes from a utopia to a dystopia! What would YOU do? Those questions, and more, are brought up in the 1993 Lois Lowry novel The Giver. Twenty-one years later, the power and potential impact of that book was adapted into a feature film. We here at The Versus Machine need to know...is it better living in the dark when the light of truth can be devastatingly painful? Time to find out as we power up the Machine and see what happens when The Giver - (The 1993 Book) VERSUS The Giver (The 2014 Movie)! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page   Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Giver the Book on Wikipedia -- Need A Copy Of The Giver For YOUR Library? Look HERE! -- The Giver (2014) the Movie on IMDB -- The Giver (2014) the Movie on WIkipedia -- Does YOUR Film Collection Hold The Giver (2014) the Movie? Grab A Copy!  -- Want To Uncover 11 Things YOU May Not Have Known About The Giver? We Dare YOU To Look!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Giver the Book or The Giver (2014) the Movie? Be sure to tell us now! -- Did YOU read The Giver in school? Share Your Experience. -- What impact did The Giver (2014) the Movie have on YOU? We Want To Know!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

They've both got a green plant, they've both got vibrant characters, but just what ARE the differences between Little Shop of Horrors when we compare - The Musical (1982) VERSUS Little Shop of Horrors The Movie Musical (1986)? Versus Machine podcasters Joseph Burge and Ryan Stephens put both entries squarely into the Machine and hit the "GO!" button! Listen in and be sure to tell us what you think and we'll use your comments in a future ALL-FAN-INPUT Episode! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page   Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our futu   Links from this Episode: -- Little Shop Of Horrors The Stage Musical on Wikipedia -- Want To Groove To The Stage Musical Soundtrack? Find It Here! -- Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) the Movie Musical on IMDB -- Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) the Movie Musical on WIkipedia -- No Musical Horror Collection Is Complete Without A Copy Of Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) the Movie Musical! Don't Miss Out! -- Did You Know That Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) the Movie Musical Had An Alternate Ending? Watch It Here!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, Little Shop of Horrors The Stage Musical or Little Shop of Horrors (1986) The Movie Musical? Be sure to tell us now! -- Have YOU ever seen the original 1960's Roger Corman Little Shop Of Horrors? Let Us Know! -- Who or What is YOUR favorite part of Little Shop Of Horrors (1986) The Movie Musical? Share Your Thoughts. -- Have YOU ever seen the stage performance of Little Shop Of Horrors The Musical? We Want To Know.   Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Ryan J. Stephens: We're updating Ryan's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Ryan J. Stephens on Facebook

Originally conceived as inspiration from Capcom's classic Sweet Home, Resident Evil has since taken the world by storm. Through theme park exhibits, video games, comic strips, movies, and everything else, it has become a staple in this world of zombie phenomenon. And there is no better example of the way a zombie should be than that of this game. And when making a movie out of such a sensitive source material, its important to note that all ideas are important ones. No matter what, the script has to be solid. And sometimes, we have to take the advice coming to us. The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page   Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Resident Evil The Game on Wikipedia -- Resident Evil and its Video Game Remake! Learn About It Here! -- Want To Get In On All Of The Zombie Killing Action? Buy A Copy Of The Game HERE -- Resident Evil (2002) film on IMDB -- Resident Evil (2002) film on Wikipedia -- Listen In During Fright Filled Franchises As 2GuysTalkingHorror Take A Look At The Resident Evil Film Series! -- 20 Things YOU May Not Have Known About Resident Evil! Learn About Then HERE   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, Resident Evil the game or Resident Evil (2002) film? Be sure to tell us now! -- What are YOUR memories of playing Resident Evil the game?  We Want To Know -- Did YOU watch Resident Evil (2002) the film in the theaters when it was released? Share YOUR Story     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER! The Hosts of this Program: Steven Wagner: We're updating Stevens bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Steven Wagner on Facebook     Stephen Clifton: We're updating Stephen's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Stephen Clifton on Facebook

The book was a sensation - the movie? A BLOCKBUSTER. Teen angst isn't just a magnetic property, it is the gravity well for a movie that takes cancer, high school hormones, and nationwide audiences to a level of excitement and awareness that hasn't really yet been harnessed. Enjoy our very special look at The Fault In Our Stars - The Book VERSUS The Fault In Our Stars - The Movie. Also be sure to look for a special LIVE COVERAGE version, featuring - YOU - in our recent on-site LIVE PODCASTING event! It was great to have you all and we can't wait to share our podcast with YOU! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page   Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Fault In Our Stars The Book on Wikipedia -- Don't Own A Copy Of The Book? Try Here. -- The Fault In Our Stars (2014) the Movie on IMDB -- The Fault In Our Stars (2014) the Movie on Wikipedia -- Need This Heart Warming Film As Part Of YOUR Film Collection? Look No Further -- Want To Know A Secret? Here Are 14 Things YOU May Not Have Known About The Fault In Our Stars!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Fault In Our Stars the Book or The Fault In Our Stars (2014) the Movie? Be sure to tell us now! -- What impact did reading the book have on YOU? Share Your Story Here! -- What parts from the book did you miss from the film adaptation? We Want To Know!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

Children have a very different environment surrounding them now compared to the time period of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, of this we're certain. But what liberties were taken with the classic Mark Twain tale, "The Adventures of Huck Finn" as it was translated to a major 1993 Disney motion picture? We take it all on here inside this episode of The Versus Machine! Be sure to tell us what you think and we'll use your comments in a future ALL-FAN-INPUT Episode! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page   Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (the book) on Wikipedia -- Need A Copy Of This Mark Twain Classic? Try Here. -- The Adventures of Huck Finn (1993) the Movie on IMDB -- The Adventures of Huck Finn (1993) the Movie on Wikipedia -- Own A Copy Of This Disney Classic? If Not, Here You Go. -- We Found 10 Facts About The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn! Dig In.   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which did YOU prefer, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (The Book) or The Adventures of Huck Finn - (The 1993 Movie)? Be sure to tell us now! -- Is The Adventures of Huck Finn - (The 1993 Movie) YOUR favorite adaptation of Twain's book? We Want To Know. -- How many times have YOU read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn? Share Your Answer With Us.     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

A fantasy book is a way to make us see something we had never previously imagined. New worlds, new rules, and new magic permeate in a way that leaves us breathless a great deal of the time. And in terms of fantasy, none are more revered than the stories of J.R.R. Tolkien. Through a decisive and broad stroke, his worlds have become so fleshed out to us that it is hard to imagine a world without them. With his first foray into Middle-Earth in “The Hobbit,” we became so incredibly engrossed with his story that it's hard to say we ever left. And although many films of his have been made, few truly exhibit his goals. And in comparison and contrast, Rankin-Bass's classic retelling makes us sing, dance, and truly feel. The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Hobbit book on Wikipedia -- Own Your Copy Of The Hobbit! Buy It Here -- The Hobbit (1977) Animated Movie on IMDB -- The Hobbit (1977) Animated Movie on Wikipedia -- Want A Copy Of The hobbit (1977) Animated Film Remastered? This Is The Place! -- More From Rankin/Bass Productions HERE   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Hobbit book or The Hobbit (1977) Animated Film? Be sure to tell us now! -- Do YOU think Peter Jackson's The Hobbit trilogy tells a fuller story than the 1977 animated feature? We Want To Know  -- What other animated book adaptations do YOU enjoy? Let Us Know     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER! The Hosts of this Program: Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard Gibson on Facebook     Jacob Trokey: We're updating Jacobs's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Jacob Trokey on Facebook

It's another holiday-dipped in holiday spirit, courtesy of The Versus Machine! We put Christmas inside the crosshairs of this episode with the true, festive emotional roller coaster ride of "A Christmas Carol!" We put two greats into opposing ends of the Versus Machine and let them go! In this corner, note Charles Dicken's A Christmas Carol (The Book) VERSUS A Christmas Carol (The Patrick Stewart Version)! We're eager to know what YOU thought of our calls of similarity, opposing forces and instances of (should have said) "Make It So!" that appear here inside this episode of The Versus Machine! Tell us what you think and we'll use your comments in a future ALL-FAN-INPUT Episode! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!  Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- A Christmas Carol the book on Wikipedia -- Want A Copy Of A Christmas Carol? Get One Here! -- A Christmas Carol (1999) on IMDB -- A Christmas Carol (1999) on WIkipedia -- Need A Copy Of A Christmas Carol (1999) For YOUR Holiday Collection? Look Here!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which did YOU prefer, A Christmas Carol the book or A Christmas Carol (1999) the Patrick Steward version? We Want To Know. -- What is YOUR favorite adaptation of A Christmas Carol? Be sure to tell us now! -- Do YOU have a holiday memory that revolves around A Christmas Carol? Share With Us!     The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

The Versus Machine takes aim at a modern holiday "classic" just for YOU! We're in for a pulse-pounding, suspense thrill ride with John Grisham (yep, THAT John Grisham) and his yuletide comedy novel going up against the film adaptation starring Tim Allen (yep, THAT Tim Allen)! The book has been pulled off the shelf and we've plucked the DVD off the rack! It's Skipping Christmas (The 2001 Book) VERSUS Christmas With The Kranks (The 2004 Movie)! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Skipping Christmas on Wikipedia -- Want To Own This Holiday Best Seller? Look Here. -- Christmas With The Kranks on IMDB -- Christmas With The Kranks on Wikipedia -- Have This Holiday Comedy Classic In YOUR Collection? If Not, Here's Your Chance.   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, Skipping Christmas The 2001 Book or Christmas With The Kranks The 2004 Movie? Be sure to tell us now! -- What are YOUR memories of watching this holiday film? Share With Us HERE. -- What impact did reading the book have on YOU? We Want To Know.     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

We've just finished a weekend where full plates, even fuller hearts, and shopping sprees galore score the tastes on our pallets. But what about those that don't have. Just about everyone's familiar with the story of "Oliver Twist" - a take that dialogues the lives of orphans, the forgotten and those that don't have. But what about a comparison of the beloved, striking novel "The Adventures of Oliver Twist" VERSUS the unique and strangely-rounded "OLIVER!"? It's all right here inside the most recent episode of The VERSUS MACHINE and we invite you to tell us what you think! Tell us what you think and we'll use your comments in a future ALL-FAN-INPUT Episode! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Oliver Twist on Wikipedia -- Get Your Copy Of Oliver Twist Now! -- Oliver! (1968) Musical on IMDB -- Oliver! (1968) Musical on WIkipedia -- Get A Copy Of Oliver! (1968) Musical The Soundtrack So YOU Won't Be Asking For More! -- 10 Things YOU Never Knew About Oliver! (1968) The Musical HERE!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, Oliver Twist (the novel) or Oliver! (1968) Musical? Be sure to tell us now! -- When was the first time YOU saw Oliver! (1968) the Musical? Share With Us! -- What memories do YOU have of reading Oliver Twist? We Want To Know!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard Gibson on Facebook     Ryan J. Stephens: We're updating Ryan's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Ryan J. Stephens on Facebook

The American Dream is by far the most wonderful and enlightening ideal of our world. An idea born from nothing more than a dedication to ourselves, it is one that has more incarnations than almost any in our world. The idea that one person can be born from nothing and make something meaningful and important of himself is one that is so universally enriching that it is beyond reproach. And while many authors have tackled the American Dream on the American Farm in literature, no one is a match for John Steinbeck's classic tales. In particular, the tale of "Of Mice and Men" shows the allure of the American Dream. And in terms of adaptation, we at the Versus Machine Podcast find that the 1992 Gary Sinise and John Malkovich version of this classic tale is by far the best to run through our machine. The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Of Mice And Men the Novel on Wikipedia -- Of Mice And Men (1992) film on IMDB -- Of Mice And Men the novel... Get Your Own Copy HERE -- 5 Fascinating Facts About Of Mice And Men HERE! -- John Steinbeck And His Works on Wikipedia   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which did YOU prefer, Of Mice And Men the novel or Of Mice And Men (1992) film? Be sure to tell us now! -- What are YOUR memories of reading Of Mice And Men? Share Them With Us! -- Is Of Mice And Men (1992) the film YOUR favorite movie adaptation, or do you know of another one? Tell us now!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

Remember, remember, The Versus Machine Podcast in November - and the New Year! Don't miss out on OUR contrast and comparison session of V for Vendetta (The Graphic Novel) VERSUS V For Vendetta (the feature film from 2005) tonite! Tell us what YOU think here and we'll include details inside our ALL FAN INPUT later this year! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- V For Vendetta the graphic novel on Wikipedia -- Don't Have A Copy Of V For Vendetta? Fix The Issue Now!  -- V For Vendetta (2005) on IMDB -- V For Vendetta (2005) on Wikipedia -- Want V For Vendetta In YOUR Collection? Help Is Here. -- 10 Facts About V For Vendetta YOU May Not Have Known. Learn More!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which did YOU prefer, V For Vendetta the Graphic Novel or V For Vendetta (2005) the Film? Be sure to tell us now! -- Did YOU know that V For Vendetta (2005) the film was based off a comic book? Let Us Know -- Were YOU one of the many that saw V For Vendetta (2005) the film in theaters? Share With Us!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

Stephen King has a body of work that is ripe for adaptation. Over the decades many of his short stories and novels have been adapted into everything from feature films, television miniseries and even comic books. Depending on their faithfulness to the source material, those adaptations run the gauntlet of being surprisingly good to painfully bad. But what about those adaptations penned by the man himself? There are only a few examples of King being in charge of transferring his work from one medium to another and we here at the Versus Machine are taking advantage of that! Get ready for Cycle Of The Werewolf (the 1983 novella) VERSUS Silver Bullet (the 1985 film)! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — Ghostbusters (1984) Perspective Review  http://2GuysTalking.Com/Ghostbusters — 2GuysTalkingHorror  http://2GuysTalkingHorror — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowing what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Mike Wilkerson https://www.facebook.com/mikewilkerson https://twitter.com/2guystalking https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike2guystalking -- Nick Hearne https://www.facebook.com/nick.hearne.39 https://twitter.com/Nick_Hearne -- More Versus Machine Episodes https://www.2gtdatacore.com/category/versusmachine/ -- Cycle of the Werewolf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cycle_of_the_Werewolf -- Silver Bullet https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_Bullet_(film) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090021/ -- Bernie Wrightson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Wrightson https://www.flickr.com/photos/nerdcoreblog/sets/72157624275623459/ -- An American Werewolf In London https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082010/ -- Howling https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082533/?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Teen Wolf https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090142/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2 -- Teen Wolf Too https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094118/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 -- The Terminator https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088247/?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- 2GuysTalking Perspective Review of The Terminator -- Alien https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078748/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 -- Gary Busey https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000997/?ref_=tt_cl_t1 -- Jaws https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073195/?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Terry O'Quinn https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0642368/?ref_=tt_cl_t7 -- The Stepfather https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094035/ -- Creepshow https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083767/?ref_=nv_sr_1 -- Of Wolf And Man by Metallica https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEDKcEPDQO4 https://genius.com/Metallica-of-wolf-and-man-lyrics   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- What was YOUR level of enjoyment reading Cycle of the Werewolf? Be sure to tell us now! -- What do YOU remember of the first time you saw Silver Bullet? Share Your Experience. -- Book or Film Adaptation...which do YOU prefer? We Want To Know!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Nicholas J Hearne: Blessed with an overactive imagination, Nick spent his early years absorbing as much pop culture as possible. From comic books to television, films, sci-fi, fantasy, horror - if it was great storytelling, he assimilated it! From early adolescence to adulthood, Nick spent his time honing his acting and writing skills, starring on stage and screen across the Midwest. In recent years, Nick has started his own comic book company, Archlight Comics, and is also a founder of Archlight Studios, both with longtime friend Jason Contini, and has become a skilled podcast editor and co-host aboard a number of different podcast efforts. — Nicholas J Hearne on Facebook — Nicholas J Hearne on Twitter   Mike Wilkerson: Mike Wilkerson is a former certified Sign Language Interpreter for the Deaf, now Marketing Automation Director for a large St. Louis-based Computer company and has been hosting, producing, concepting and enhancing podcasts for 13 years. While his interests are definitively pop culture-based, the bottom line is: It’s ALL About Perspective. Whether it’s being captured inside of one of Mike’s Podcast Capture Studios (based in St. Louis) inside the coming-soon “Micro Audio Podcast Capture Studios” (MPACS) or via The Podcast Bug: A 1974 custom Superbeetle with a recording studio built inside of it – Podcasting is Captured  Perspective. Be sure to contact Mike with questions about podcasting, about the many programs he hosts or about the other programs that populate The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network. — Mike Wilkerson on Facebook

What could be more disturbing than reading through Stephen King's "The Shining?" Well, how about a viewing of Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining?" Well - we've got that beat. How about an Axe Murderer, and a Sorcerer, COMPARING "The Shining" (The Book) & "The Shining" (The Movie)? That's what we've got and it's not just a reminiscence in tremendous horror, it's a wonderfully educational experience that delivers perspective on two great classics! The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Shining by Stephen King. Own A Copy Now -- The Shining the Novel on Wikipedia -- The Shining (1980) film on IMDB -- The Shining (1980) film on WIkipedia -- Own The Shining (1980) film and experience the fear NOW! -- 25 Things YOU Might Not Know About The Shining. Take A Look   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Shining novel or The Shining (1980) film? Be sure to tell us now! -- What are YOUR memories of reading The Shining for the first time? Share Your Story -- Did YOU ever experience The Shining (1980) film in the theater? How Scared Were You? -- Did YOU know that Stephen King created a made for TV remake of The Shining in 1997? Tell Us Your Answer     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Steven Wagner: We're updating Steven's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Steven Wagner on Facebook     Stephen Clifton: We're updating Stephen's bio with updated details, information and more! Stop back soon to see more links and information to help you interact with this podcaster. Thanks for visiting The original Versus Machine Podcast entries and look for new episodes in the near future! — Stephen clifton on Facebook

Graphic novels and graphic novel movies have been a staple of American culture since the golden age of comics. They have steadily become the most interesting and hotly debated of cinematic exploits. To talk about a time when movies made us feel like we knew superheroes is to talk about a time when cinema ruled the world. But in terms of graphic novels, none are more highly revered than that of Alan Moore. Of all Moore's work, his foray into the nuclear-driven world of "Watchmen" has so many topics for discussion, let alone comparison. Once called "unfilmable" by the author himself, this novel deals with so many topics that it is rough to even summarize. But though "unfilmable," "300" director Zack Snyder has dared to conquer such a thing in his 2009 adaptation. We at the Versus Machine Podcast feel Snyder got some of the essence of purpose and characters, but he missed the biggest points. Unfortunately, this leaves us wanting in a way that may be hard to conquer for any fan. The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- Watchmen Graphic Novel from DC Comics -- Own A Copy Of Watchmen? Look HERE! -- Watchmen (2009) film on IMDB -- Watchmen (2009) film on WIkipedia -- Watchmen Graphic Novel on Wikipedia -- Watchmen The Series Coming 2019 from HBO -- 15 Facts YOU May Not Have Known About The Watchmen (2009) Film!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Watchmen graphic novel or The Watchmen (2009) film? Be sure to tell us now! -- What was YOUR favorite scene from Watchmen (2009)? Be sure to tell us now! -- What are YOUR favorite memories of reading the Watchmen graphic novel? Tell Us Now!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook

In terms of the American Dream, it does not get better than F. Scott Fitzgerald. He unique vision of a time when climbing to the top meant knocking someone else down, he, more so than other of his time, understood that not everything was as it seemed. While all of his stories embody this image, none are more well-known that that of "The Great Gatsby." His unique foray into love, lust, betrayal, and dreams is the epitome of a roaring '20s masterpiece. We at the Versus Machine Podcast feel this book is wrought with excitement and action for a possible movie adaptation, and we can also see that Baz Luhrmann's 2013 adaptation makes its mark. While arguably improving certain actions, it does not capture the essence of what is Fitzgerald's classic tale. With such a far-gone adaptation, we start our machine. The Versus Machine Podcast Links Bar:  Subscribe via iTunes |  Subscribe via RSS Feed |  Facebook Page |  Stitcher Page Rate this Podcast on iTunes! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at iTunes! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an iTunes user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network!    Housekeeping — A Call for Input: Comparing great things means that we'll tell you what we think, sure - but what do YOU think? We talk about a lot of great content and are always interested in knowin what you thought about any of our programs! Got a great new comparison you want to see happen? Eager to have this versus that? Then it's time to contact The Versus Machine and tell us! We'll include YOUR input inside one of our future "All-Fan-Input episodes. Fill out the form here and make your voice count!   Links from this Episode: -- The Great Gatsby (2013) on IMDB -- Do YOU Own A Copy Of The Great Gatsby? Let Us Help! -- The Great Gatsby on WIkipedia -- The Works Of F. Scott Fitzgerald on Encyclopedia Britannica  -- The Films Of Baz Luhrmann on IMDB -- What exactly were "The Roaring Twenties"? Find out!   Calls to the Audience Inside this Episode: -- Which do YOU prefer, The Great Gatsby book or The Great Gatsby (2013) the movie? Be sure to tell us now! -- What do YOU remember of The Hype from The Great Gatsby (2013)? Be sure to tell us now! -- What impact did reading The Great Gatsby have on YOU? Share With Us!     Tell us what you think! It’s never too late to be an advertiser in this podcast, thanks to Perpetual Advertising! Contact us now and learn more about why podcasting allows your advertising dollar to live across millions of future listeners – FOREVER!   The Hosts of this Program: Joseph Burge: Joseph Burge is a writer, podcaster, and operations technician with a large nationwide communication company. Joe has been writing for over 10 years, and has concepted stories, websites, and is the pillar of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort. Detailed outlines that provide an excellent series of discussion points are a hallmark of all of the original Versus Machine programs. Joe is married and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife Heaven. — Joseph Burge on Facebook — Joseph Burge on LinkedIn   Richard Gibson: Richard Gibson loves to read and share the gift of reading with anyone he can connect with. While the classics are a clear favorite, Richard has an incredibly diverse interest in books and stories of all kinds. Richard, along with Joseph Burge are the two pillars of the original Versus Machine Podcast effort, and lives in the metropolitan St. Louis area with his wife joy. Richard continues to work with the community via a variety of on-going efforts. — Richard GIbson on Facebook