Willfully Wrought

E034 Politics, Mars Mysteries, and Insulin Hackers

William and Wil trade casual banter about music and life before diving into news: a controversial Trump–Putin meeting, the National Guard in Washington D.C., and UK online safety changes affecting Wikipedia. They pivot to science and tech highlights — a Mars rock that looks like coral, plans to turn lunar regolith into building bricks, and breakthrough brain organoids that could reshape neuroscience. The episode balances political concern with optimistic tech and sci‑fi curiosities, finishing with culture notes and upcoming podcast guests.

E033 Quantum Immortality and Alien Probes

William and Will chat about personal stories, Final Fantasy 7 frustrations, and aging mishaps before diving into a wide-ranging conversation on science and tech. They explore quantum immortality, the double-slit experiment, an interstellar object (31 Atlas), and new neural wristband motion tech. The hosts also discuss AI-generated media (Amazon's Fable Showrunner), privacy risks with apps, content censorship, Comic-Con highlights including Coyote vs. Acme and the new Alien series, and a brief take on Avatar's latest trailer.

E032 Submarines Scandals and Superdogs

William and WIl cover a mix of pop culture and current events: nostalgic wrestling stories and celebrity deaths, streaming and TV shakeups, and reactions to new projects like the Zelda live-action series and Superman's Crypto-inspired pet adoption surge. They dig into deeper topics including a clear explainer and taste-test plan for lab-grown meat, a seized unmanned drug submersible, and a cautionary tale about ChatGPT interactions leading to real harm — plus politics, late-night cancellations, South Park’s takedown of Trump, and the ongoing Epstein file debate. Light on script, heavy on opinions and tangents — a conversational roundup of news, nostalgia, and tech worries.

E031 2025 Summertime Welcomeback

Welcome back to Willfully Wrought! After a long summer break filled with travel, family, and a little bit of sunburn, William and Wil return to the mics to catch up and crack into some the wildest headlines we could find. This week, we're kicking things off with SIX stories that caught our eye — from the absurd to the awe-inspiring: 🗳️ Elon Musk’s attempt at forming "America's Party" 🍔 The controversial rise of lab-grown meat 🐉 Hasbro's latest move with Dungeons & Dragons 🧠 Microsoft’s AI diagnostic tool is outperforming human doctors?! 🎤 K-Pop Demon Hunters in a new genre mashup 📺 And an entirely AI-generated TV series... Cat Biggie It’s good to be back, and we’ve got plenty to say.

E030 - Solo Leveling

Welcome back to another episode of 'Willfully Wrought' with your hosts, William and Wil. Today, we delve into the popular anime 'Solo Leveling,' sharing our thoughts and insights on the show. From the intense battles and character growth to the intriguing world-building and personal challenges faced by the protagonist, Sung Jin-Woo, we cover it all. Join us as we discuss the parallels and differences with other beloved series, dive into spoilers, and explore the show's unique concepts. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the anime, this episode offers a thorough exploration of why 'Solo Leveling' stands out in the genre. Enjoy our passionate breakdown and stay tuned for more updates and recommendations in the world of anime and beyond.