2 Black Critics Podcast
By Mark Sneed
A former video salesman and a former high school English teacher discuss books, movies, the money behind the projects everyone is talking about, along with movie trailers and everything black in the changing landscape in the entertainment industry from Chicago and South Florida. The pair bicker over current topics from two very divergent points of views. Marvin and Mark have been friends since grade school. The two have completely different views on just about everything. The podcast is a friendly rivalry of two minds. 8 podcasts a month.
2 Black Critics PodcastJun 30, 2021
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2BC Take on Patti Jenkins, Russo impasse, Billie Eilish review What If? review and movie trailers
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Patti Jenkins, the apparent Russo Bros. impasse, the possibility of a Secret Wars movie and a Billie Eilish Happier Than Ever movie review and a five episode What If? review and movie trailers. Always fun. Always different. Always entertaining.
Oct 20, 202125:59
2BC Take on Going to the Theater, MKWilliams dying, Bitchin review, Wild Indian review, What If? reviews 1-5 and movie trailers
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on the crazy idea of Going back to the Theater experience, the loss of Michael K. Williams and Akon's response. There is a Bitchin review of the Rick James documentary and a surprising Wild Indian review. Mark also decides to give a five episode review of What If? and the podcast ends with some movie trailers everyone should watch.
Oct 17, 202124:22
2BC Take on Ingram, Book shopper types, Binc survey, Ci9, CSPAN2, IndieBound and ABA
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Ingram and the 4th Quarter supply chain issue and what that means to new writers. In this podcast there is also a discussion on Bookstore shopper types, the Binc survey, Ci9, CSPAN2 and the need to recognize IndieBound and ABA and attend their conferences.
Oct 14, 202118:51
2BC Take on HFPA, CinemaCon, Matrix4, The Batman, No Way Home, Rocketeer, Bee Keeper, Old Guard, MI7 and movie reviews
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on highly controversial and snakebitten HFPA. In this podcast there is a discussion of the latest CinemaCon, the newest Matrix4, the upcoming The Batman movie and a Test Screening of The Batman. There is discussion of Spider Man and the newest trailer No Way Home. The newest Disney+ Rocketeer series is explained along with the new Jason Statham Transporter becomes a Bee Keeper. The sequel of Old Guard and Paramount suing their insurer over MI7. This is also the podcast with three movie reviews.
Oct 11, 202128:07
2BC Take on Bleak House, Afro Latinx children books, Polarized publishing houses, Black billionaires, Celebrity publishing, Writinig Craft- Romance v. Erotica, Show more than tell
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Hong Kong's Bleak House, the need for Afro Latinx children books, the continual polarized publishing houses as well as Black billionaires and Celebrity publishing. In Writing Craft there is a discussion of Romance v. Erotica and Show more than tell.
Oct 07, 202125:05
2BC Take on Candyman, Billionaires, Bishop Sycamore scandal, Batwoman, Eddie Murphy Kenya Barris, Dennis Rodman and a movie review
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Candyman and Nia DaCosta historic moment, Black billionaires, ESPN and the Bishop Sycamore scandal, Batwoman getting closer to the Gotham Sirens with Poison Ivy, Eddie Murphy and Jonah Hill working with Kenya Barris, Dennis Rodman and 48 Hours in Vegas. In this podcast there is also a movie review.
Oct 03, 202126:20
2BC Take on OnlyFans, BET and Karen, JayZ and Beyonce and Basquiat, RiRi Williams, Shang Chi Jackie Chan and movie trailers
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on OnlyFans, BET and Karen, JayZ and Beyonce and Basquiat, RiRi Williams in Wakanda Forever and Ironheart, Shang Chi action a Jackie Chan homage and movie trailers
Sep 30, 202117:47
2BC Take on Vox, Beijing, CliffNotes, McCartney, Non-Fiction, ARCs and Writing Romance
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on the online Vox and Eater, Beijing Book Fair canceled, CliffNotes bought by Cloud Hero, Paul McCartney and unreleased Beetles song, need for expertise as a non-fiction author, ARCs and writing Romance.
Sep 23, 202117:11
2BC Take on Zuckerberg metaverse, Comics and sexuality, Simultaneous release, ScarJo judge, See season 2, Bautista and Momoa buddy cop movie, No Time to Die October release, movie reviews and trailers
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Zuckerberg's metaverse, Comics and sexuality, Simultaneous release from NATO, ScarJo case and judge, See season 2, No Time to Die October release, movie reviews and trailers.
Sep 20, 202128:13
2BC Take on FreeGuy, Field of Dreams in MLB, Citizen Kane, Avatar live action casting, Titans S3 Red Hood, LuLa Rich pyramid scheme, Emma Stone not suing, Joe Bell vs. Stillwater and movie review
Mark takes on FreeGuy, Field of Dreams in MLB, Criterion's fail with new Citizen Kane cover and Avatar live action casting. Mark discusses Titans S3 and the Red Hood story arc, LuLa Rich pyramid scheme and the fascination with watching trainwrecks. Emma Stone not suing Disney and Mark is disappointed. Mark talks about the similarities between the movie posters of Joe Bell vs. Stillwater and movie review.
Sep 15, 202130:28
2BC Take on Issa Rae's Rap Sh*t, For Colored Girls, Wyatt Cenac, Uhura conservatorship, El Rey Roku deal, Yahya A-Lister, Simu Liu vs. Chapek, Dune Chani sequel, Weeknd and movie reviews
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Issa Rae's Rap Sh*t, a director for For Colored Girls, Wyatt Cenac WB/Cartoon Network deal and the sadness of Uhura conservatorship. Mark also learns that Richard Rodriguez El Rey production company got a Roku deal. Mark gives Yahya Abdul-Mateen II a little love becoming an A-Lister. In this podcast Mark also talks about Simu Liu vs. Disney's Chapek, the Dune Zendaya Chani sequel, Weeknd making Billboard history and movie reviews.
Sep 13, 202125:50
2BC Take on ScarJo impact, Amanda Knox, Brittany Spears, Markie Post, New Orleans Jazz Fest canceled, Burton's Wednesday and movie reviews and trailers
A special podcast, minus Marvin, Rest in Power Mr. Mason, Mark takes on Scarlett Johansson suing Disney and the impact of that lawsuit on Hollywood women who have been silent. Mark discusses Amanda Knox and her story and her representation, Brittney Spears conservatorship, the loss of Markie Post and the cancellation of the New Orleans Jazz Fest. Mark also talks about the Tim Burton Wednesday series and movie reviews and trailers.
Sep 09, 202130:15
2BC Take on Hatchette, Senators, Chelsea Clinton, Virtual Conferences, WDU Annual SFF, Publishing Still So White, Craft books, Meta and Revision
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on Hatchette, Senators buying books with campaign donations, Chelsea Clinton and She Persisted. Mark talks about Virtual Conferences versus Face-2-Face conferences and Writers Digest Annual SFF conference. Mark talks about the continual controversy of Publishing Still So White, Craft books, the idea of Meta in writing and the need for Revision. Mark is funny, passionate and insightful.
Sep 01, 202132:15
2BC Take on Rihanna, Kanye, Rock FB clothing, Paris Olympics commentators and movie reviews
In a special podcast, minus Marvin, Mark takes on Rihanna becoming a billionaire, Kanye West and his extravagances, Kanye versus Drake, Rock football clothing and the upcoming Paris Olympics and the need for Snoop Dogg and Leslie Jones as commentators. This is also the podcast with movie reviews and trailers. Always fun. Always different. Always entertaining. Rest in Power Mister Mason.
Aug 25, 202126:00
2BC Take on HPFA and Critics Choice Awards, Dick Gregory documentary, Madame X, Gunpowder Milkshake2, Richard Donner and four movie reviews
Mark, minus Marvin, take on the growing stupidity that is HPFA trying to block the Critics Choice Awards from reserving the hall where the HPFA usually happens, the Dick Gregory documentary, directors looking to comics for ideas, JJ Abrams directing Madame X, Gunpowder Milkshake2, the passing of Richard Donner and four movie reviews. Rest in Power Marvin Sr., prayers to Marvin and his family.
Aug 23, 202131:24
2BC Take on Trends, value of NYT, Playtime, KU, new horror for Gen Z
In a special podcast without Marvin, Mark takes on some key writing trends, the value of NYTimes, Marvin's release of Playtime his series. Mark also talked about Kindle Unlimited and the advantages and disadvantages of Amazon and the new age of horror for Gen Z. Always interesting. Always fun. Always entertaining.
Aug 19, 202125:57
2BC Take on Fast and Furious, Pussy Land, Judas and Black Messiah writers, MJB My Life and movie reviews
Mark, minus Marvin, takes on the Fast and Furious franchise, Pussy Land, Judas and Black Messiah writers next project and MJB My Life and so much more in this unusual episode minus Marvin due to personal loss. In this episode there are also five 2BC movie reviews. Always fun. Always different. Always entertaining. Rest in Power Marvin Mason Sr.
Aug 15, 202132:13
2BC Take on Pulitzer honors POC writers, Library value, UK reading, elements of Summer reads, creating memorable villains and writing suspense
Mark, minus Marvin this episode, takes on the Pulitzer Prize committee honors POC writers, the value of libraries, UK reading POC authors, elements of Summer reads, creating memorable villains and writing suspense. This is the first episode without Marvin. Prayers to his family and friends in the loss of his father. Rest in Power Marvin Mason Sr.
Aug 11, 202121:18
2BC Take on CinemaCon, minimum wage, Cannes, Quiet Place 3, Captain Stubbin, no masks in movie theaters, Val Kilmer doc and movie reviews
Mark and Marvin talk about the most important conventions to go to, Universal increasing the minimum wage, Cannes as a virtual event, Quiet Place3 already having a script. Marvin talks about the death of Captain Subbin from Love Boat. The major theaters say they will not require masks. There is a brief discussion about the upcoming Val Kilmer documentary and a few movie reviews by Mark. Enjoyable. Funny. Interesting.
Aug 09, 202141:34
2BC Take on Tyson, Gossip Girl, BLM, Tiger, Grammys, Regina King, Halle Berry and Apple TV
Mark and Marvin talk about the upcoming Tyson series. The two also talk about the new Gossip Girl reboot. The pair discuss the departure of Patrice Cullors from Black Lives Matter, Tiger Woods recovery, Regina King being considered to direct the black Superman as well as Halle Berry and the rise of Apple TV. Always interesting. Always entertaining. Always a different podcast.
Aug 05, 202141:10
2BC Take on Smart Guy, Spider Woman, Creed3, Clarence Williams3 dies, Chrissy Teigen, Yahya's Emergency Contact and Spiral review
Mark and Marvin talk about the reboot of Smart Guy, Issa Rae as Spider Woman, Creed3, the death of Linc from Mod Squad, Chrissy Teigen, Yahya Abdul-Mateen's Emergency Contact and ends with a review of Spiral. Mark and Marvin are funny, informative and undeniably humorous.
Jul 28, 202135:16
2BC Take on Uber, Netflix virtual fan event, PowerPuff Girls, Amazon buying MGM, Underground Railroad and theaters
Mark and Marvin talk about the need for an Uber movie, Netflix poking the ComicCon bear with their virtual fan event, the train wreck of PowerPuff Girls, Amazon buying MGM for 8.45B, Barry Larkin's Underground Railroad and returning to theaters, eventually. Interesting. Funny. Definitely a different kind of podcast.
Jul 25, 202140:18
2BC Take on Catch a Fair One, Lee Daniels, BAFTA, Evil and Sony Playstation franchises
Mark and Marvin talk about the upcoming Catch a Fair One teaser, Lee Daniels renewal with Disney TV, the BAFTA and the two stellar winners. This episode also spends time on the Evil show and the only network horror show and Sony's Playstation franchise coming to the movies. Always funny. Always interesting. Always different.
Jul 23, 202135:09
2BC in Atlanta Take on Atlanta Kickback, conventions, Beyond the Pole, Writing Craft, collaborations and Gunpowder Milkshake
The 2BC are in Atlanta and Mark and Marvin take on the Atlanta Kickback, conventions, Beyond the Pole, the Writing Craft, collaborations and Gunpowder Milkshake. It is a fast-paced podcast. Always fun. Always entertaining. Always different.
Jul 20, 202133:49
2BC Take on Reedsy Discovery, Naver, Amazon top reviewers, booksellers, Gabriel Union.Dwayne Wade and minor characters
Mark and Marvin talk about Reedsy Discovery, Naver buying Wattpad, the Amazon top reviewers list as well as booksellers versus CDC and Gabriel Union and Dwayne Wade venturing into children books. The episode ends with a lively discussion about minor characters and disliked writing tropes. Always funny. Always informative. Always a different kind of podcast.
Jul 15, 202141:11
2BC Take on Danny Glover, Let Russ Cook and Ciara, Black Superman, Regina King, Kevin Hart and Byron Allen
Mark and Marvin take on the criticism of Danny Glover and his complaint about lack of originality in Hollywood, Russell Wilson and Ciara first look deal, the controversy of Warners Black Superman as well as Regina King, Kevin Hart and Byron Allen. Always fun. Always original. Always a little different.
Jul 12, 202141:53
2BC Take on US Book Shows, BWW, Virtual vs. F2F, Atlanta Kickback and writing schedules
Mark and Marvin talk about the governing body of US Book Shows, the Black Writers Weekend in Atlanta, the idea of virtual shows versus face-to-face events, the Atlanta Kickback and the idea of writing schedules. It is a raucous podcast. Mark and Marvin definitely have different ideas about just about everything. Always fun. Always interesting. Always a different kind of podcast.
Jul 08, 202137:39
2BC Take on Golden Globes, HFPA, John Oliver, Seth Rogen, Krasinski and Blunt, movie reviews and movie trailers to check out
Mark and Marvin take on the controversy of the Golden Globes, HFPA, the issue of Black Hair on John Oliver and Seth Rogen break-up with James Franco. There are also discussions about Paramount, Krasinski and Blunt as well as movie reviews and movie trailers to check out.
Jul 06, 202152:19
2BC Take on bookshop.org, novellas, Stacey Abrams, hotels vs. AirBNB and summertime plans
Mark and Marvin take on bookshop.org, novellas, Stacey Abrams rereleasing three of her romance books. The pair discuss the idea of returning to book tours and booking a hotel room vs. AirBNB and summertime plans. Always fun. Always funny. Always a little different.
Jun 30, 202137:06
2BC Take on ComicCon backlash, Sly Stallone, Universal Studios reopening, Godzilla vs King Kong review and Being the Ricardos
In this episode Mark and Marvin take on ComicCon backlash. The pair talk about Sly Stallone, the prequel to Rocky and his casting in the new Suicide Squad. There is also a discussion of the upcoming Being the Ricardos. Mark reviews Godzilla vs. King Kong. As always the podcast is informative. It is a laugh. Enjoy.
Jun 28, 202147:17
2BC Take on DisneyMustPay, Norton, Tribune, George RR Martin, Scholastic, Simon&Schuster and adult vs children books
Mark and Marvin discuss the furor at the house of the mouse and the #DisneyMustPay social issue. The pair also discuss Norton and Scholastic and well as Simon &Schuster finding issue with controversial writers. Mark and Marvin fence about the former guys officials and the need to discuss. The two also discuss George RR Martin's latest deal with HBO and the differences between adult and children writers. Always fun. Always different. Always entertaining.
Jun 23, 202132:36
2BC Take on Spiral, Attack the Block2, Will Smith and YouTube, Clubhouse and JCole
Mark and Marvin take on Spiral and the Attack the Block2 in this episode. The pair also discuss Will Smith and YouTube and weight loss. There is also a discussion about Lakeith Stanfield and Clubhouse and JCole. Marvin educates Mark about Urban One as well. Always fun. Always different.
Jun 21, 202139:17
2BC Take on HarperCollins, Summer Reading, Young Authors Publishing and the NYTimes and One Book that Changed Your LIfe
Mark and Marvin take on HarperCollins, Summer Reading, Young Authors Publishing and the NYTimes and One Book that Changed Your LIfe in this episode. They have a lot to say and are not afraid to say it. Always fun. Always funny. Always a little different.
Jun 16, 202134:51
2BC Take on Verizon, Wakanda Forever, Marvel Phase 4, NBC HFPA promise, Naomi, Tyler Perry, Toxic Avenger and Amazon NFL rights
In this episode Mark and Marvin discuss Verizon shedding of AOL, Yahoo and their media avenues, Black Panther 2, the Marvel Phase 4 schedule and the NBC HPFA promise. In the episode the two discuss Naomi, Tyler Perry renewed series as well as the reboot of the Toxic Avenger and the newest Amazon NFL rights. Always interesting. Always fun. Always a little different podcast.
Jun 13, 202130:10
2BC Take on Sales Representatives, Fable and book clubs, Reading influence, Writing Action and Getting a Famous Author as a Mentor
Mark and Marvin talk about book Sales Representatives the latest app Fable and book clubs as well as their Reading influence and the two authors Writing Action. The episode ends with the hypothetical question for the pair of Getting a Famous Author as a Mentor. Funny. Informative. Always kind of different.
Jun 10, 202137:60
2BC Take on Ray Fisher.Rege Jean Page, The Rock, Will Smith, Coming 2 America and Letticia Wright
In this episode Mark and Marvin discuss the controversy surrounding Ray Fisher and Rege Jean Page and the racism of Hollywood casting. It is also the episode where Mark and Marvin consider The Rock for President, Will Smith moving his production out of Georgia, Coming 2 America leading streaming. Merv goes on a tear talking about Paramount and the pair end with the hopes for more Letticia Wright in the future. Fun. Informative. Insightful. Always a little different podcast.
May 30, 202135:47
2BC Take on Best First Time Publishers, Evanston Reparations and Genres to avoid
Mark and Marvin discuss the 19 Best First Time Publishers. Well, we only discuss the top ten. The pair discuss the Evanston Reparations and its significance. Mark and Marvin conclude this podcast with writing genres they avoid and why. It is an informative podcast. Always entertaining. Always a little different.
May 26, 202135:30
2BC Take on Discovery Warner merger, Amazon MGM purchase, Redbox Bitcoin and movie trailers to watch
Mark and Marvin take on the biggest media change in history. Marvin licks his lips and talks about the Discovery Warner merger, Amazon MGM purchase and Redbox going public. There is a discussion about the founder of Bitcoin moving into films the pair discuss movie trailers to watch. Always fun. Always different.
May 23, 202137:23
2BC Take on Querying? Famous authors rejected, Larry McMurty, Beverly Cleary and Marketing
In this episode Mark and Marvin talk about the value of querying and the business of writing. Mark gives a list of famous authors and titles that have been rejected by publishing houses. In this episode Mark and Marvin also talk about the loss of Larry McMurtry and Beverly Cleary and the pair conclude with the idea of marketing your brand as an author. As always the podcast is informative. It is a laugh. Enjoy.
May 20, 202138:01
2BC Take on Zatanna, Keanu Reeves, Innkeeper, Michael Keaton, Avengers and John Wick
Mark and Marvin discuss the new movie Zatanna and the new writer selected from Young Promising Woman, the smart decisions of Keanu Reeves and his voicing of BZRKR. The horror film in production called Innkeeper. Michael Keaton's SAG Awards feat and his eventual helm of DC Comics Batman Beyond. There is a hilarious discussion between Mark and Marvin about their favorite Avengers and John Wick film. It is laugh fest. Always entertaining. Always a little different.
May 16, 202136:28
2BC Take on Kindred, Havoc, Jamie Foxx, Tyler Perry and movies we want to make
Mark and Marvin discuss the new movie Kindred and the dream casting of such. Forrest Whittaker and Tom Hardy in Havoc, the success of Jamie Foxx on various levels. The discussion veers to Tyler Perry and his continued success. The podcast concludes with Movies the 2BC want to see made from books they have read. It is funny podcast. Always entertaining. Always a little different.
May 12, 202134:23
2BC Take on Aquaman2, Here Today, Transformers, Gucci family unhappy, Amazon LOTR, Conan final episode, Reynolds Paramount deal and movie trailers
In this 2BC episode Mark and Marvin discuss the upcoming hype of Aquaman2 and the Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish Here Today. The episode also has the inclusion of Dominique Fishback in Transformers, the Gucci family unhappiness and Marvin's discussion about reading contracts. Marvin schools Mark about movie costs when the pair discuss Amazon's budget for Lord of the Rings series. The episode also talks about Conan, Ryan Reynolds and movie trailers.
May 09, 202136:42
2BC Take on Idris Elba and Children Books, Bologna, Contests and Writing Trends
Mark and Marvin discuss the versatility of Idris Elba and his latest venture into Children's Books. The pair talk about Writing Contests and the most common Writing Trends this year. There is a lively back and forth between Mark and Marvin. Always entertaining. Always a little different.
May 05, 202136:56
2BC (The 911 show) Take on Moviepass, Batgirl, Zack Snyder, Judd Apatow, Oscar Snubs and What to Watch before the Oscars
In this episode Mark and Marvin screw up the technology and Mark accidentally dials 911 near the end. Hilarious. The pair discuss Moviepass, Batgirl, Zack Snyder, Judd Apatow and this year's Oscar Snubs. Mark and Marvin also discuss What to Watch before the Oscars. Then there is the 911 part of the show. Fun episode. Always a little different.
May 02, 202131:33
2BC Take on Amazon, ebook readers, Goodreads, Dr. Seuss and our favorite banned books read
Mark and Marvin discuss Amazon and the idea of ebook readers and why there is no real competition for Amazon or the Kindle. In this episode the pair talk about Goodreads, Dr. Seuss and their favorite banned books they enjoyed reading. Fun episode. Funny always. Always a little different.
Apr 28, 202140:13
2BC Take on WNBA, Ta-Neishi Coates, Golden Globes, Jonathan Majors, Winston Duke and blaxploitation movies to watch - 3:6:21, 2.31 PM
Mark and Marvin in this podcast talk about the WNBA, Ta-Neishi Coates, the 2021 Golden Globes, Jonathan Majors new acting gig, Winston Duke and our favorite blaxploitation movies to check out. There is a bunch to take in. There are a lot laughs. Informative. Always fun.
Apr 25, 202135:56
2BC Take on Kindred, Idris Elba Concrete Cowboy, Tiffany Haddish, Clout chasing on Grammys, Weeknd and Spike Lee at Cannes
In this episode Mark and Marvin discuss the green lighting of the Kindred movie, Idris Elba's upcoming Concrete Cowboy and Tiffany Haddish rise to power in the entertainment field. There is a lively discussion of the Grammys. In the Grammy part of the podcast the pair discuss Samir Rice and celebrity clout chasing on Grammys, the Weeknd controversy and Spike Lee as lead juror at Cannes. Always entertaining. Fun stuff. Always a little different.
Apr 21, 202134:02
2BC Take on Godzilla vs King Kong, Black Adam, Arclight closing, Paramount reschedule, Indiana Jones 5, Palm Springs Film Fest and Hero/Zero memory
This is an episode where Mark and Marvin discuss Godzilla vs King Kong and the $350M box office. There is a discussion of Black Adam and the inclusion of Pierce Brosnan as Dr. Fate by the pair. Merv discusses the Arclight theaters closing. Mark breaks down the Paramount reschedule and Marvin explains the significance. There is a discussion of the upcoming Indiana Jones 5 future as well as why neither Mark or Marvin were invited to Palm Springs Film Fest and the 2BC Hero/Zero memory. Hilarious. Informative. Always a little different kind of podcast.
Apr 18, 202143:40
2BC Take on Snyder, Ratner, HFPA, Great Gatsby, Spiderman and Disney
Mark and Marvin take on Zack Snyder news in this episode. There are a few things to discuss. Merv explains the power of rotten apples in movie and TV production. The HFPA faces scrutiny. Great Gatsby is going to be animated. There are some lively discussions about animation as well as the newest Spiderman and Disney figuring out a way to keep 80% of their revenue. All this in under 40 minutes. Fun. Informative. Different point of view.
Apr 14, 202138:04
2BC Take on LA theaters, the Rock, Powderpuff Girls, Don Cheadle, Ava DuVernay and our favorite biopic
In this episode Mark and Marvin talk about the reopening of LA theaters and what that means. There is a lot of discussion about Black Adam and the Rock. Donald Faizon has been cast in Powderpuff Girls. There is a discussion of the reboot of Wonder Years and Don Cheadle as the VoiceOver. There is also a discussion of Ava DuVernay's latest Naomi and the pairs discussion of their favorite biopics. As always the podcast is informative. It is a laugh. Enjoy.
Apr 11, 202140:39