From Moving Trucks to Impossible Missions
Episode notes:
Life update: Aubrey's big move
Aubrey recounts her whirlwind move from Salt Lake to Madison, including stops in St. Louis and Kansas City
Multiple legs of travel: graduation events, Yellowstone, packing chaos
U-Haul issues, car towing logistics, and vacuum-sealed bags saved the day
One casualty: the grill flew off her Kia mid-drive--but all else survived
Settling in
The new apartment is mostly unpacked (minus a couch)
Aubrey and Hayden are adjusting well, and enjoying the Midwest summer
Hayden has started his new job, joining the "Beaker" team and diving into orientation
Movie talk: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning
Spoiler-free discussion with Peter and Aubrey both praising the film
Aubrey admits to missing the early films but loves the franchise's vibe
Peter shares thoughts on the evolution of the series, noting a tonal shift in this entry
Both appreciate the intense action, suspense, and signature Tom Cruise running scenes
Discussion of directing styles through the series--from De Palma to McQuarrie
Peter floats the idea that this film might be both the best and worst of the series
Looking Ahead
Aubrey plans to watch Mission Impossible 1--4 to complete her viewing experience
A follow-up episode on the early entries in the franchise is teased
