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Nutcrackerjack

"In this outrageous and hilarious holiday comedy, Mick Molloy brings his unique brand of humor to the role of the Nutcracker, an obnoxiously Australian version of the beloved character. As the story begins, we meet Clara, a young girl who is struggling to get into the holiday spirit. But when she receives an unusual gift from her eccentric Auntie Gertrude - an obnoxious Nutcracker figurine with a thick Australian accent - her world is turned upside down. As the night wears on, Clara is transported to a magical land filled with talking toys and larger-than-life characters. But as she navigates this strange new world, she finds herself constantly annoyed by the boisterous Nutcracker, who seems to be everywhere she goes, spouting off endless Aussie slang and making inappropriate jokes. Despite her frustration, Clara can't help but be drawn to the Nutcracker's carefree and irreverent personality, and as the two journey together, they find themselves participating in all sorts of wild and wacky Australian traditions, from lawn bowls to drinking pots of VB. Filled with zany humor and heart, this modern retelling of the Nutcracker is sure to delight audiences of all ages." Catch us every Second Monday on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/BastianJames Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondtake ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Thing, About Chess

The three nameless men sat in a dimly lit room, their faces cast in shadows as they focused on the game in front of them. They were locked in a battle of wits, each move calculated and precise as they sought to outmaneuver their opponents. But little did they know, the chessboard was not just a game. It was a metaphor for the alien infection that was slowly stealing their sanity. The pieces represented their thoughts and actions, and as the men moved them around the board, they were unknowingly advancing the infection's hold on their minds. One of the men, his eyes glinting in the darkness, made a bold move, taking one of his opponent's pawns. But as he did, he felt a creeping sensation in the back of his mind, a voice that whispered of ancient and unspeakable horrors. The second man, his face twisted in concentration, made a countermove, capturing one of his opponent's knights. But as he did, he felt his grip on reality slipping, as visions of monstrous deities and otherworldly dimensions filled his mind. The third man, his face calm and collected, made a calculated move, taking one of his opponent's bishops. But as he did, he felt a surge of power, as if the infection was fueling his every move. The game continued, the men locked in a desperate struggle for survival. But as the infection took hold, their minds began to unravel, and they were consumed by the darkness of the cosmos. In the end, there was only one winner: the alien infection, which had claimed three more souls in its eternal quest for domination. Also, they were podcasting. The end. Catch us every Second Monday on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/BastianJames Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondtake ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Three Men and Zero Babies

[Opening shot of a city skyline at night] [Intense music plays as we see the three podcasters, Zane, Dozer, and Seb, running through the streets] [Cut to a shot of their pursuers, a group of determined parents, hot on their tail] [Cut back to the podcasters as they narrowly avoid getting caught] [Zane: "We can't keep running forever! They're not going to stop until they give us babies to care for!"] [Dozer: "We've got to think of a plan, and fast! We can't handle the responsibility of parenthood!"] [Seb: "I've got it! We'll use our podcasting skills to distract them and throw them off our trail!"] [Cut to a montage of the podcasters using their microphones and quick wit to outsmart their pursuers] [Cut back to the podcasters, panting and out of breath] [Zane: "I can't believe it worked! We've avoided the responsibility of parenthood, at least for now..."] [Dozer: "But we can't let our guard down. Who knows when they'll come after us again?"] [Seb: "We've got to stay one step ahead and keep using our brains to outsmart them. We're the ultimate podcasters, after all!"] [Cut to a dramatic shot of the three podcasters standing triumphant, ready for whatever challenge comes their way] [Title appears on screen: "Podcasters on the Run: The Baby Chase"] [Cut to black] [End credits roll] Catch us every Second Monday on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/BastianJames Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondtake ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Jingle All The Way Away

'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the land People were preparing, with cheer in their hand But little did they know, a sinister plot Was afoot to ruin Christmas, with the Grinch and Arnold hot They had teamed up to steal all the presents and joy Leaving nothing but sadness, for every girl and boy But fear not, dear reader, for there were three brave souls Who set out to save Christmas, and make it whole Their names were Seb, Zane, and Doz, and they had a plan To stop the Grinch and Schwarzenegger, and save the holiday land They journeyed through mountains and cities with pace Determined to save Christmas, and save the human race With the help of the Muppets, they outsmarted their foes Retrieving all the presents, and bringing holiday joys They even convinced the Grinch, to turn over a new leaf Embracing the spirit of Christmas, and giving it some belief As they returned home, triumphant and tired They were greeted as heroes, by the entire town mired The cast of Love Actually, even showed up to sing A heartfelt thank-you song, to the podcasters, and everything In the end, Seb, Zane, and Doz, had saved Christmas with glee Bringing joy to the world, and making it all merrily So they sat down to feast, on their well-deserved meal Feeling grateful for friendship, and the adventures they had to feel Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night From the podcasters, who saved the holiday, with all their might. Or something. Catch us every Second Monday on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/BastianJames Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondtake ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Meet Joe Blackjack

Dozer, Seb, and Zane were three white men who were fed up with the state of modern cinema. Every time they went to the theater, it seemed like all they could find were shallow, formulaic blockbusters that relied on special effects rather than storytelling. Determined to bring back the glory days of cinema, the three friends set out on a journey to save the film industry from the clutches of the evil Steven Spielberg. They knew that his overproduced, commercialized movies were ruining the art of film, and they were determined to put a stop to it. As they traveled across the country, they encountered all sorts of challenges and obstacles, from uncooperative actors to greedy studio executives. But Dozer, Seb, and Zane were not to be deterred. They were determined to succeed, no matter what it took. Along the way, they also learned some valuable lessons about friendship and the importance of staying true to their artistic vision. Despite all the setbacks and setbacks they faced, they remained determined and focused on their mission. In the end, Dozer, Seb, and Zane emerged victorious, having successfully defeated Steven Spielberg and restored the integrity of the film industry. As they looked back on their journey, they realized that the real quality film was the friends they had made along the way. And so, they rode off into the sunset, proud of their accomplishments and grateful for the adventures they had shared together. The end. Catch us every Second Monday on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/BastianJames Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondtake ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.