The Sandman: How did you feel being denied these hungry hungry hippos?

Minding The Gap: This episode gets real real fast.

In Episode 39 of Recommendations Required, Ryan Mion and Glenn explore the complex ways individuals react to trauma using the documentary 'Minding the Gap' as a case study. The duo discusses the film's tonal shift and the different coping mechanisms of its characters. They also announce plans for a special 50th episode, envisioning an award show to reflect on their favorite recommendations, and invite audience participation in formulating award categories. The episode closes with Glenn recommending the board game 'War of Whispers' and looking forward to their next session.

The Sandman: How did you feel being denied these hungry hungry hippos?

Glenn tries to make sense of The Sandman and Ryan begins to regret his recommendation. Then Glenn gets excited about his recommendation only for Ryan to shoot it down. Then some house keeping for these long-term recommendations.

Mort: Did Tom Hanks sell out?

Glenn rants about the movie Circle, Ryan calls out Glenn and then gives his quick review for Mort. We follow the trend of out-there ideas as Ryan recommends another graphic novel.

The Finals: A FPS that tickles are brain

Glenn gives his thoughts on The Finals. Ryan can talk more about why S-Town did not do it for him. Then another book recommendation and a surprise guest!

S-Town: What more does Ryan want?

Ryan reviews the podcast's first podcast and there is a lot to talk about. Glenn tries a new opener and it's a keeper!