ALEX VS AROD
HBO Original
HBO Max
This month, we enjoyed Alex vs Arod, a docuseries that focuses on Alex Rodriguez’s career from his passion for baseball, fulfilling his dream to be a MLB player, as well as the teams that he played for during his career. We learn that as he navigated the world of baseball and showing the world the kind of player he was on the field, he was in his own internal conflict as the man vs the persona.
He shares his life from his athleticism, relationship with his children, being on the Mariners and Yankees, and scandals that took place during his career. All of this presents a balanced picture of this man and how he has continued with his passion for the game.
BEING EDDIE
Netflix Originals
Netflix
Eddie Murphy has had an incredible career whether you’re looking at his standup comedy routines or his diverse range of films from action, comedy, rom-com, and more. His approach to storytelling and paying homage to those who came before him allowed us to enjoy his journey.
Thought this documentary, we hear from him as well as others who have shared the screen and stage with him. He talks about the impact of Saturday Night Live on his career, his feud with them, and ultimately, his return. We learn about his approach to his work, his philosophy, the greats he has worked with, as well as what’s next for him.
Being Eddie allows us to know more about this legendary man whose career spans 50 years.
ADRIFT
Apple Original
Apple
We always enjoy an immersive podcast that we can get into! In Adrift, we become introduced to the Robertson family who in the early ‘70s sold everything that they owned to sail around the world.
Throughout their journey, we find out how this British family (a mother, husband, son, 2 twins, and an additional traveler) navigate a disaster in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, how they survive the seas as well as the dynamics of their family as time goes on.
Over 8 episodes. we continue to know more about the family as well as those that they connect with we learn how the feeling of being adrift can happen in a number of ways.
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