This latest micro episode of the Substandard takes a sudden detour (stay tuned for a future episode on Stranger Things 2!) when Vic discusses being spotted by a fan of the podcast. Sonny theorizes that Vic gets recognized because he genuinely likes talking with people while Sonny doesn’t. JVL takes a very hard line on tipping.

The Substandard on Tipping and Other Life Lessons

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In this latest micro episode, the Substandard breaks apart the trailers for Aquaman and Shazam! Everyone agrees Aquaman will be an unmitigated disaster. Sonny is betting Shazam! does great numbers. JVL strongly disagrees. Vic liked the version of Shazam! starring Shaquille O’Neal. The Substandard is sponsored by The Black Tux, the easy way for guys to rent suits and tuxedos online. Suits usually retail for $1,200, start at just $95 at The Black Tux! To get $20 off your first purchase, visit TheBlackTux.com/substandard. The Black Tux. Premium rental suits & tuxedos, delivered.

The Substandard on Aquaman and Shazam!

In this latest episode, the Substandard discusses the Rock's latest actioner, Skyscraper, and the disaster flick genre (The Poseidon Adventure > Beyond the Poseidon Adventure). JVL buys a ton of baseball cards. Sonny reappraises The Dark Knight III: The Master Race. And Vic reappraises Neve Campbell. Plus two film reviews! The Weekly Substandard is sponsored by Casper. Casper is a sleep brand that makes expertly designed products to help you get your best rest, one night at a time. After all, you spend one third of your life sleeping, so you should be comfortable. Get $50 toward select mattresses by visiting Casper.com/SUBSTANDARD and using promo code SUBSTANDARD at checkout. Terms and conditions apply.   

The Substandard on Skyscraper, Disaster Flicks, and Baseball Cards

In this latest micro episode, JVL, Sonny, and Vic share their wishes and wishlist on Prime Day 2018. But is it a Merry Prime Day or Happy Prime Day? This micro edition of The Substandard is sponsored by Casper.  Casper is a sleep brand that makes expertly designed products to help you get your best rest, one night at a time. After all, you spend one third of your life sleeping, so you should be comfortable. Get $50 toward select mattresses by visiting Casper.com/SUBSTANDARD and using promo code SUBSTANDARD at checkout. Terms and conditions apply.

The Substandard on Blessed Prime Day 2018

On this latest mega episode, the Substandard discusses Ant-Man and the Wasp and how a film with such a small scope ends up a big winner. JVL gets trolled over his recent dishwasher purchase, quite literally a sound investment. Sonny talks Justice League and Zack Snyder. And Vic talks all things cruise-related, soup to nuts. Plus Tanzanite!

The Substandard on Ant-Man, Cruising, and Dishwasher Trolling

In this latest micro episode, the Substandard reflects on the passing of Marvel legend Steve Ditko, the reclusive illustrator behind Spider-Man, Doc Oc, and Dr. Strange, among others. The discussion of Ditko vs. Stan Lee turns into a full-on geekfest when JVL, Sonny, and Vic recall their favorite Spidey villains.  The Substandard is sponsored by quip, the new electric toothbrush. quip starts at just $25, and when you go to getquip.com/substandard, you'll get your first refill pack free!

The Substandard on Tipping and Other Life Lessons

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