Best Ackbar Podcasts (2024)

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Which Star Wars: Rebels deaths made the greatest impact? 1:21:45

30m ago1:21:45

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In a special episode, Christian Ashley, Kevin Schaeffer, John Erdely, and guest, Evan Garcia, will all be discussing which deaths in the Star Wars: Rebels series made the greatest impacts on them and to the story as a whole! . Is Star Wars Rebels a sequel to Clone Wars? Where do Star Wars Rebels fall in the timeline? Why is Star Wars Rebels so good…

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Can MHA help us define what makes a hero? 58:41

4h ago58:41

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Continuing our series of reviews on My Hero Academia, Christian Ashley and Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde discuss their thoughts on the Shie Hassaikai arc! . What does Shie Hassaikai mean? What is Shie Hassaikai's power? What is DEKU's real name in Japanese? Does Kai Chisaki apologize to Eri? What is the saddest death in MHA? Can Eri's quirk reverse…

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Does the Joker need a back story? 30:25

1h ago30:25

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We're back with our Halloween Drive-In! This year our theme is horror films that we don't always consider as horror! And to kick it off, Joshua Noel and Will Rose discuss The Joker (2019)! . Is Joker 2019 a masterpiece? What mental illness does the Joker have in Joker? Was Joker 2019 a hit? Did Joker's mom abuse him? Why was the Joker so controvers…

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“Cake out in the rain": Colin from Accounts (S2), Sherwood (S2), Twisters, Blink Twice, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 53:45

28m ago53:45

53:45

We start this episode with an unexpected trip down Eastenders memory lane. Although, don’t expect any up to date references, we’re still going on about Saskia being killed by an ashtray in 1999! In TV, Mark gets very grumpy about Elaine's refusal to watch Colin from Accounts (3:25) and Elaine waxes lyrical about the triumph that is Season 2 of Sher…

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Was Jafar's return worth the hype? 46:59

1d ago46:59

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Continuing our series going through the various eras of Disney animation, we start off the Direct to Home Video movies with "Aladdin The Return of Jafar"! Christian Ashley, Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde, Barbara Erdely, and Joe Dea discuss the plot of the film, Iago's character arc, and much more! . Is Aladdin Return of Jafar canon? What happens in…

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Will you miss the Going Merry? 38:51

2d ago38:51

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We continue our series of reviews on all of the One Piece arcs by discussing the Water 7 arc in the anime / manga! TJ Blackwell and Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde discuss their love for this arc, introduce us all to Franky, and say farewell to the beloved Going Merry! . Why is Water 7 so popular? What happens to Robin in Water 7? Where did Nico Robi…

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Coming Soon: The Prosecutor, The Killer's Game, Black Creek, and More! - Kung Fu Pizza Party 29:23

1h ago29:23

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There's been a lot of great movies that have come out this year, but what is still on the horizon? In this episode, I run down seven movies that are still to come out in 2024, one that just came out, a docuseries and everyone should be required to watch, and a movie rumor that has got some fans excited! Instagram: @kungfupizzaparty…

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Do transporters kill you? 55:03

21h ago55:03

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Asking the question Bones has been asking for decades now, Matthew Winter, Justin Coleman, and Andy Walsh discuss how transporters work, whether souls have substance, and if we are truly just the sum of our parts! If a transporter deconstructs you cell by cell and rebuilds you in a new location, is the you that comes out really the same as the you …

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What is the Church of Unitology? 52:26

3d ago52:26

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Continuing our RELIGIONS IN OUR FANDOMS series, Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell discuss the videogame series, DEAD SPACE! They discuss the role of Unitology and its founder, Michael Altman! They talk all about the differences of a cult and a religion, the psychology of religion, and the differences of unity and uniformity! . Does God desire unity or u…

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All Reading Counts: Astra Lost in Space 1:06:31

14d ago1:06:31

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Continuing our series, All Reading Counts, promoting literacy of every kind - Christian Ashley, Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde, and TJ Blackwell discuss the Manga series, "Astra Lost in Space"! Remember any proceeds from donations or merch purchased related to this series will be donated to our local libraries! . Is Astra Lost in Space done? Is Astr…

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What does it mean to be Force-Sensitive? 1:50:13

23d ago1:50:13

1:50:13

Back with our Religions in our Fandoms annual theme of 2024, Will Rose, Tripp Fuller, and James Demmel discuss religions of the force in the Star Wars universe! How can Star Wars and the themes of religion in these films and tv shows help us better think of how we do religion in our own contexts?! . Is there any religion in Star Wars? What are the …

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What is The Dark Crystal? 46:42

21d ago46:42

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Back with an extra special episode, Matthew Winter and Christian Ashley discuss the Jim Henson classic, The Dark Crystal! They discuss the lore and morals of the film from a Christian world view! . Is The Dark Crystal a kids movie? Is The Dark Crystal scary? What is the furry creature in The Dark Crystal? Should I watch The Dark Crystal movie first…

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What does it mean to be Spirited Away? 51:55

29d ago51:55

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We are discussing the Ghibli Film, "Spirited Away", with Christian Ashley, Elizabeth Pang Clyde, Barbara Erdely, TJ Blackwell, and special guest - Herbie Ramsey! We will be discussing this film and the themes therein! . What's the meaning behind Spirited Away? Why is Spirited Away famous? What is the main plot of Spirited Away? Is Spirited Away a r…

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80: Who Was Even Asking For This? 1:20:25

20d ago1:20:25

1:20:25

Bradley and Justin dive into all the Disney remakes to see if any of them were truly worth the effort. Were these films necessary, or did they fall flat? Tune in as they unpack the hits, the misses, and everything in between on the Gen X Reverb podcast!

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What if Godzilla attacked South Park? (again) 54:31

22d ago54:31

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Amidst the Democratic National Convention in the United States, we are talking about the politics of South Park and Godzilla in a special "What if... ?" and "Primarily Political" episode! Christian Ashley and TJ Blackwell are joined by Nick Polk of the Tolkien Pop sub stack to answer the question of what would happen if Godzilla attacked South Park…

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“Pulling out my Admiral Ackbar”: The Bear S3, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, Trap, Alien: Romulus 55:57

23d ago55:57

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Welcome back to another packed episode of The Honeymoon Period podcast. In TV, Mark reflects on Season 3 of The Bear (5:50) and Elaine has an unexpected review of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (12:40). Shout out to The Daryl Dixon Podcast and hosts Kelly and Dawn for their fab commentary. In film, we have mixed thoughts on M. Night Shyamalan’s late…

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Are Batman and Superman truly back? 1:27:15

24d ago1:27:15

1:27:15

Here with a special one-off episode, Kevin Schaeffer, Christian Ashley, and Will Rose review "My Adventures with Superman" and "Batman: Caped Crusader"! The guys talk about the shows in full and how much they love these depictions of the characters, Batman and Superman! . Who is voicing Batman in Caped Crusaders? Who is making Batman the caped Crus…

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What are Triforce politics? 56:30

1M ago56:30

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Continuing our series, Primarily Political, continues with TJ Blackwell and Matthew Winter discussing the politics of Hyrule! They discuss their relationship with the Zelda videogame series, who rules the lands, how the different races interact, and the philosophy of the Triforce! . Why is it called Zelda and not Link? How old is Princess Zelda? Wh…

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Are we more likely to get photographic proof of aliens or the supernatural? 1:28:57

1M ago1:28:57

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Originally recorded in person, with & for our patrons, Will Rose, Elizabeth Clyde, Joshua Noel, and Christian Ashley discuss whether or not it is possible to catch on film evidence of terrestrials or supernatural entities. We discuss why we care about life on other planets or life beyond our own. . Do terrestrials have moons? What does being supern…

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Vol. 2 Episode 2 (LGY #77) Deadpool and Wolverine Spoiler-Filled Review, RDJ Dr. Doom Reactions, and the Acolyte plus more 1:57:31

1M ago1:57:31

1:57:31

Adam and Alex sit down to review Deadpool and Wolverine, now in theaters, plus the return of Victor Von Stark to the MCU and more. Support the showBy Infinite Collectibles

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What are our top 3 fantasy stories of all time? 1:02:41

1M ago1:02:41

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Originally recorded in person, with & for our patrons, Will Rose, Elizabeth Clyde, Joshua Noel, and Christian Ashley discuss how they define fantasy, why it is important, the complex relationship Christians have with the genre, and which fantasy stories are our favorites across all media! . What is a fantasy meaning? What is the definition of a fan…

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The Boys, Doctor Doom, and Deadpool & Wolverine 59:34

1M ago59:34

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Back with another episode of Whats News, Joshua Noel and Will Rose are joined by guests, Nick Polk (of "Tolkien Pop") and Taylor Thomas (of "Tillich Today"), to discuss The Boys season 4, Deadpool and Wolverine, and the Doctor Doom announcement at San Diego ComicCon 2024! . What violence is in The Boys? Is season 4 of The Boys good? What causes vio…

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79: Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom? 46:08

2M ago46:08

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In this episode of Gen X Reverb, join Justin and Bradley as they delve into the surprising news that Robert Downey Jr. has been cast as Dr. Doom in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They discuss the implications of this casting choice and whether RDJ can successfully transition from his iconic role as Iron Man to the infamous villain Dr. Doom. Justin …

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What does it take to become a hero? 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Back with our series on My Hero Academia, Christian Ashley and Elizabeth (Pangalangan) Clyde discuss the provisional hero exam! They go over their favorite parts, favorite characters, and what it means to become a hero! . How strong is Gang Orca? Is Gang Orca a pro hero? Why is Gang Orca called Gang Orca? What is a provisional hero license? Who doe…

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What makes Treasure Planet so beautiful? 49:45

2M ago49:45

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Continuing our Disney Eras series, Joshua Noel, Christian Ashley, and TJ Blackwell discuss the animated film, Treasure Planet! This is the third film we have reviewed from the Post-Renaissance film. We discuss the unique use of technology and art in this movie, as well as the themes around family and mentors! . Did Treasure Planet flop? What Disney…

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"Dr Doom-little": Presumed Innocent, Hit Man, The First Omen, Deadpool & Wolverine 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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We’ve been on two dates (with each other). And they’ve both involved...wrestling! Remember when Mark wanted this to be a wrestling podcast? Well, his dream comes true for the first couple of minutes of this episode. Shout out to NORTH Wrestling and Alex Ayre, the director of Watch the Lights which we mention during our date chat. In TV, Elaine’s be…

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Can we have worthless heroes? 37:05

2M ago37:05

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Finishing up our Drive-In Through the Decades series, Will Rose and Kevin Schaeffer discuss the 2021 film, "The Suicide Squad"! They discuss what they love about the film, the drama around James Gunn, and the state of comicbook movies in the 2020s! . Why did The Suicide Squad flop? Why is Suicide Squad 2 not called? Is Suicide Squad 2021 a sequel o…

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How relatable is HIMYM, really? 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

It's time to get a little personal as Joshua Noel is joined by awesome guests, Fr Jonathan Resmini and Brandon Knight! We discuss the parts of "How I Met Your Mother" that are most relatable to our own lives! We discuss personal stories and emotional moments where we have turned to this SitCom for comfort or to help us process our own lives! . Who …

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Who is The Acolyte? 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

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We're back with another what's news episode where Will Rose, Christian Ashley, and John Erdely give their reviews of The Acolyte season 1! . What is The Acolyte supposed to be about? Who is the sith in acolyte? Will Yoda appear in The Acolyte? Is Darth Plagueis in acolyte? We discuss all this and more in this one! Join in the conversation with us o…

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78: The Acolyte Review: A Galactic Disappointment & Admiral Ackbar's 'It's A Trap!' Life Moments 1:37:59

2M ago1:37:59

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Recorded Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Hosts: Bradley and Justin Episode Summary: In this episode, Bradley and Justin dive into the latest Star Wars series, "The Acolyte," and discuss why it fell short of expectations. While not every detail is covered, the discussion highlights key issues that contributed to its lackluster reception. The duo also…

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What were the inspirations for "Pacific Rim"? 24:55

2M ago24:55

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We continue our Drive-In Through the Decades in the 2010's! This time Christian Ashley, Matthew Winter, and John Erdely stop in the 2010's to discuss the 2013 film, "Pacific Rim"! . What was Pacific Rim based on? Why is Charlie Hunnam not in Pacific Rim 2? How many movies does Pacific Rim have? Where did the aliens come from in Pacific Rim? Where d…

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Is this pod extra ordinary? 53:37

2M ago53:37

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We are reviewing both the comicbooks and the film of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen in this special two-part episode with Will Rose, Joshua Noel, and TJ Blackwell! We will discuss the differences in the presentations of this story, why people should care about these characters, and more! . How many League of Extraordinary Gentlemen comics ar…

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Did your youth pastor write Brother Bear? 49:46

2M ago49:46

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We are back with another entry in our Disney Eras series! This time Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell discuss our second post-renaissance Disney era film, "Brother Bear"! . What was the point of Brother Bear? What ethnicity was Brother Bear? Is Brother Bear based in Alaska? What is the moral of the story of Brother Bear? Why did they change Kenai in Bro…

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Are penguins the best surfers? 22:06

3M ago22:06

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Continuing our Drive-In Through the Decades, Elizabeth (Pang) Clyde, TJ Blackwell, and Barbara Erdely stop in the 2000's to discuss the 2007 film, "Surf's Up"! . What is surfs up a parody of? What true story is surfs up based on? Who is Big Z based off of in Surfs Up? Does Tank Evans have heterochromia? Is Pen Gu Island real? Is surf's Up based on …

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What made the house of Usher fall? 47:35

3M ago47:35

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NOVELETTES COUNT! Back with another All Reading Counts, Christian Ashley, TJ Blackwell, and Kevin Schaeffer discuss the novelette, "The Fall of the House of Usher", by Edgar Allen Poe! We review this story, compare it to the tv series, and discuss the themes of both! . What is The Fall of the House of Usher mainly about? What is the deeper meaning …

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What do Johnny Cash, Tolkien, and Moses have in common? - The Whole Church Podcast 1:17:45

3M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Johnny Cash released a new album?! That's right your favorite Church unity podcast is finally talking about the man in black! Joshua Noel and TJ (Tiberius Juan) Blackwell are joined by special guest, Nick Polk of Tolkien Pop, to discuss "Songwriter" by Johnny Cash and other post-mortem released works (including a couple in the Bible)! We discuss th…

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My Adventures with Superman, 3 Body Problem, House of the Dragon, and Sweet Tooth 53:36

3M ago53:36

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Back with another What's News episode, Christian Ashley and Andy Walsh discuss My Adventures with Superman, 3 Body Problem, House of the Dragon, and Sweet Tooth! They will talk all about what they love and struggle with concerning these IPs and some of the messaging of these shows throughout! . Is Sweet Tooth getting a season 3? What is the series …

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What can these babies teach us about mysticism and love? 37:05

3M ago37:05

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Continuing our Drive-In Through the Decades, Joshua Noel & Rev Justin Coleman stop in the 1990's to watch "The Rugrats Movie"! They discuss how well this film captures the spirit of the 90's and what it can teach us about jealousy, love, mysticism, and more! . Is The Rugrats Movie dark? How old is Tommy in The Rugrats Movie? What happened to Dil in…

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Can Independence Day (1996) bring us all together? 1:03:57

3M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Back with another Primarily Political episode, Joshua Noel and Kevin Schaefffer celebrate the 4th of July by watching and reviewing the 1996 film, "Independence Day" starring Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and Bill Pullman! They will be discussing and critiquing the film as well as discussing the political ideas that the movie is trying to bring forth!…

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Why isn't Nausicaa a Christ-figure? 49:14

3M ago49:14

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Here for a special episode, Christian Ashley brings on guest, Herbie Ramsey, to discuss the film, "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind"! While it isn't technically a Studio Ghibli film, it is often listed among them and one of the best! . Is Nausicaä the first Ghibli movie? Was Nausicaä inspired by Dune? What is Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind ab…

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Who's the best quarterback in space? 35:28

3M ago35:28

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Continuing our Summer Drive-In Through the Decades, Will Rose and Kevin Schaeffer review the 1980 film, Flash Gordon! They discuss the comics that inspired the film, how the movie holds up today, and what made it such a classic in the first place! . Is Flash Gordon Marvel or DC? Are Flash and Flash Gordon the same? How did Flash Gordon end? Who was…

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Should we seek after more questions than answers? - Dummy for Theology 3:17

3M ago3:17

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I often say that part of our goal is to seek after more questions than answers. Here I briefly describe why I think it is so important we strive to find the right questions, engage with one another well, and to struggle with God and the thoughts of God!By Joshua Noel

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Politics That'll Cost Your Soul! 1:27:20

3M ago1:27:20

1:27:20

Ahead of the first Presidential Debate in 2024 for the USA, Joshua Noel and Christian Ashley discuss the political themes in the 15 seasons of the CW's Supernatural television series! They discuss everything from yellow-eyed demons, to child grooming, to souls as currency, abortion rights, and even vampire rights in this one! . What kind of demon w…

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Inside Out 2 & Doctor Who 1:34:17

3M ago1:34:17

1:34:17

Joshua Noel, Christian Asley, Will Rose, Matthew Winter, and Justin Coleman join forces for another Whats News episode! We will be discussing the emotional complexity of Inside Out 2 and the fantasy arc of the 14th series of modern Doctor Who! . Is Inside Out 2 about puberty? Is Inside Out 2 LGBTQ? What new emotions are in Inside Out 2? Does Riley …

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Was King Arthur in the wrong film? 38:11

3M ago38:11

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Back with another entry in our Drive-In Through the Decades series, Christian Ashley, John Erdely, and Matthew Winter discuss the 1975 film, "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"! They discuss their history with Monty Python sketches, what makes the film so funny, and how the creators handled jokes about religion in the film. . What is the point of Mon…

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Are there any good gods or churches? 1:41:21

3M ago1:41:21

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Continuing our series of Religions in our Fandoms, Joshua Noel and Christian Ashley are joined by special guest, Dr Benjamin Chicka, to discuss TWO topics today - God of War & Assassin's Creed! This is a double feature so you get twice the content for this special episode! . What is the Assassins Creed game order? What's the next Assassins Creed ga…

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77: Gen-X Remembers June Blockbusters 46:48

3M ago46:48

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In this episode, Ken and Bradley take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting some of the most iconic moments from June in the 80s and 90s. From blockbuster movies to unforgettable TV shows, these events shaped our generation and left a lasting impact on pop culture. Join us as we discuss these memorable moments and share our thoughts on thei…

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When will Castlevania return? 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

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We are reviewing the anime and video games that are a part of the Castlevania franchise! Christian Ashley and Matthew Winter discuss what they love about the series, the lore behind the story, and the motivation for Dracula and his child! . Is Castlevania: Nocturne a sequel or prequel? Is Castlevania a good anime? Did Castlevania anime end? What is…

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How was Mary Poppins so groundbreaking? 26:54

3M ago26:54

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Continuing our Drive-In through the decades, we stop in the 1960's to review "Mary Poppins"! Elizabeth (Pang) Clyde, TJ Blackwell, and Barbara Erdely discuss heir history with this movie, what they love about it, and why it has resonated with so many throughout the years! . What is the story behind Mary Poppins? What do Mary Poppins symbolize? Is M…

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Who was Disney's best motley crew? 48:13

4M ago48:13

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We're back with our Disney Eras series! This time we are kicking off our reviews of the post-renaissance era with Disney's "Atlantis: The Lost Empire"! Christian Ashley, TJ Blackwell, and Barbara Erdely will be discussing their history with the film, their favorite parts, and the deeper themes of the film that stood out to them! . Why was Atlantis:…

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