RAANAP 318 | 3T: The Extra Extra Extra Terrestrial

In this special episode of Rob Has a Podcast, Rob and Akiva dive into a nostalgic and high-energy 3X commentary of Steven Spielberg's 1982 classic E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, marking a creative departure from their usual format. The duo, recording late at night after a long stretch of isolation, embrace the challenge with Reese's Pieces in hand and a playful, rapid-fire commentary style. They explore the film’s emotional core, its iconic imagery, and its cultural legacy, while also dissecting the movie’s technical choices, such as the use of a non-chronological shoot order and the infamous plant size goof. The conversation blends humor, personal reflection, and deep affection for the film, with Rob sharing his own childhood fears of E.T. and the lasting impact of the movie on his life. After the film, they transition into a mailbag segment, where they review listener-submitted episode ideas—ranging from live movie commentaries to book clubs and reality TV-themed games—before spinning the wheel to land on 'Telephone Game' for the next episode. The episode ends with a heartfelt nod to the power of storytelling and connection, both between humans and aliens, and between podcasters and their audience.