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Ryan Walker and Joe Morin rave, review, and revel in their favourite entertainment for YOUR entertainment. Film, TV, and comic book discussions abound! So does laughter, passionate debate, and thoughtful discussion.

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    What's Better? | Star Wars The Clone Wars vs Rebels | Close Up Episode 130

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 85:36


    00:00 Intro and rules Justin and Joe debate whether Star Wars: The Clone Wars is superior to Star Wars: Rebels (+ The Bad Batch for good measure).FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/JUSTIN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.instagram.com/jchurchtpm/Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#starwars #rebels #clonewars #badbatch #closeup

    Leisure List | Critical Role C1, Marry My Husband, The Addams Family | Close Up Episode 129

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 76:13


    00:00 Intro and rules 01:17 Critical Role C1 15:57 Titan Mage 28:26 Asteroid City 36:58 Marry My Husband 48:47 The 1990s Addams Family 01:00:57 The Hobbit (Andy Serkis) 01:10:20 Joe's Quick Picks (Action Comics: The Arena)FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/JUSTIN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.instagram.com/jchurchtpm/Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#theaddamsfamily #marrymyhusband #criticalrole #thehobbit #closeup

    Leisure List | Impact Winter, Superhero Movie, Spy Family, Tremors | Close Up Episode 128

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 78:57


    00:00 Intro and rules 02:50 Four Weddings and a Funeral 13:17 Impact Winter S1-3 24:51 Superhero Movie 35:32 Tails Noir 46:38 Tremors 59:19 Spy Family S1-2 + Code White 1:07:13 Joe's Quick Picks (Fiddler On the Roof, The Pianist, 12 Angry Men)FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/JUSTIN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.instagram.com/jchurchtpm/Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#superheromovie #spyfamily #tremors #impactwinter #closeup

    What's New? | Novocaine, Black Bag, Looney Tunes, Marvel Rivals | Close Up Episode 127

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 74:06


    (0:00) Introduction (01:04) Novocaine Review (13:58) Black Bag Review (14:16) Marvel Rivals Review (35:56) The Day the Earth Blew Up Review (43:59) Looney Tunes/ Warner Bros Drama News (52:33) Snow White debacle News (01:01:37) Marvel shows chairs for 5 hours News FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ JUSTIN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.instagram.com/jchurchtpm/ Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin Church Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #novocaine #marvelrivals #looneytunes #blackbag #closeup

    Leisure List | Latest: Invincible S3, Mickey 17, Dungeon Crawler Carl | Close Up Episode 126

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 109:34


    THE LIST (Now with time codes!)Invincible Season 3 (00:02:46)Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 3 (00:11:38)Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 7 (00:24:52)Mickey 17 (00:41:53)The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep (00:55:21)Solo Levelling (01:10:06)Escape From New York (01:16:20)The Mist (01:25:00)Harrow the Ninth + Nona the Ninth (01:32:37)JOE'S QUICK PICS: (01:41:49)The Sound of Metal, Chef, Room, Seven, Lost in Translation, Paths of Glory (01:41:41)FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/JUSTIN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.instagram.com/jchurchtpm/Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#cobrakai #mickey17 #dungeoncrawlercarl #invincible #closeup

    The Truth About Close Up's Floundering Recent History | Close Up E125

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 8:18


    Joe reviews all the ways he's failed the podcast since Ryan left, and how he plans to right the ship moving forward.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph MorinEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#updatenews #failing #burnout #redemption #closeup #ryanwalker

    Leisure Lists | Latest: Skeleton Crew, and A Complete Unknown | Close Up Episode 124

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 97:35


    THE LIST Skeleton Crew Gladiator 2 Dandadan Dune: Prophecy Spaceman A Complete Unknown Beastars Seasons 1-3 Pride and Prejudice (2005) Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV The Devil's Advocate Re:Zero Season 2 The World's EndHooked The Master Overlord Light Novel 1 It's a Wonderful Life Kindergarten Cop Road House (1989) Anna KareninaAnnie (1982) Journey to BethlehemSimpsons S13 Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey Fanboys FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin Church Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #closeup #dune #skeletoncrew #gladiator2 #dandadan #beastars

    Justin and Joe's Leisure Lists (January 2025) | Close Up Episode 123

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 99:29


    THE LIST-Ghost Wire: Tokyo-Action Comics: Warworld Rising. -Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon-Near Automaton-8 Mile-Detective Comics: The Neighborhood. -Sweet Tooth Seasons 2-3-Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea-Casper (1995)-Unsouled (Part of The Cradle series)-Ghost Rider (2007)-Superman Vol 1 The Truth-Vox Machina S3 (Justin's take)-American Pie-American Pie 2-American Wedding-American Reunion-Tower of Power series Books 1-4-The Monuments Men-Trainspotting-The Strange Case-Gangs of New York-The Flash-The Coldest Case sequel-Emma (1996)FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #dccomics #towerofpower #americanpie #Sweettooth #gangsofnewyork

    Justin and Joe's Leisure Lists (December 2024) | Close Up Episode 122

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 100:00


    THE LIST-Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.-Cobra Kai S6 Part 2-Star Wars: Padawan's Pride-The Penguin (HBO)-Conclave-Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom-Wicked: Part 1-This is 40-Demon Slayer S3-Molly's Game-The Notebook-Arcane S1-The Mask of Zorro-Mr and Mrs Smith-Jake's Magical Market-The Negotiator-Be Careful What You Wish For (Novel)-Around the World in 80 Days (Novel)-Justice League: Endless Winter (Graphic Novel)-Dimension 20: Escape From the Bloodkeep-Doki Doki Literature Club (Video Game)-Brokeback Mountain-Batman: The Cowardly LotFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #superman #cobrakai #wicked #Overlord #Arcane

    Justin and Joe's Leisure Lists (November 2024) | Close Up Episode 121

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 96:48


    THE LISTGideon the Ninth Star Trek 4: The Voyage HomeLegally Blonde.Red RisingBoardwalk empire S1Star Trek 5: The Final FrontierDeath Note Star Trek 6: The Undiscovered CountryTwin Peaks: The Missing PiecesDemon SlayerThe Warsaw Protocol by Steve BerryThe Earth and Sky and Marvels of Astronomy by Clarence R. SmithDead Boy DetectivesJack Reacher: Never Go BackTwin Peaks: The ReturnDelicious in Dungeon Batman: Ghost Stories by James Tynion IV, Guillem March, James Stokoe, Carlo Pagulayan and David BaronBeetlejuiceBettlejuice BeetlejuiceDune (relisten)ScreamSawAll Quiet on the Western FrontThe Shadow season 3Joker Folie A DeuxWar for the Planet of the ApesWonder Woman: Lords and Liars by Mariko Tamakai, Mikel Janin, and Steve PughDazed and ConfusedPercy Jackson and the OlympiansFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #startrek #Beetlejuice #twinpeaks #deathnote #Planetoftheapes

    The Legend of Vox Machina S3 Is Crammed, Yet Thrilling (Feat. Ryan Walker) | Close Up E120

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 81:37


    Ryan and Joe review The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#criticalrole #legendofvoxmachina #dungeonsanddragons #dnd #closeup #ryanwalker

    Yoni Collins Offers an Eye-opening Perspective on Documentary Filmmaking | Close Up Episode 119

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 46:35


    Yoni Collins teaches Joe about the world of documentary filmmaking. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #documentaryfilmmaker #documentary #documentaryfilmmaking #closeup #ryanwalker

    Justin and Joe's Leisure Lists (October 2024) | Close Up Episode 118

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 98:40


    THE LISTStar Trek II: Wrath of KhanStar Trek 3: The Search for SpockStar Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens Cobra Kai S6 Part 1Hidden Strike3 body problem trilogyFull Metal JacketIncredibles 2Jackpot!Dark ForcesThe Movies of the Eighties by Ron Base and David HaslamChicken NuggetDonnie DarkoThe Simpsons S12Sweet Tooth X-Men (1992) S2Days of ThunderWarframe The Age of AdalineDimension 20 Fantasy High S1No Man's SkyThe Devil Wears PradaSr.Final Fantasy 15JunoFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Justin ChurchEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #startrek #starwars #warframe #threebodyproblem #xmen

    Hold Your Breath Will Make You Fear Dust Particles (Feat. Justin Church) | Close Up Episode 117

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 68:14


    FEATURING A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Justin and Joe attended TIFF for the first time, and caught this Thriller flick. They went in with no expectations. Did it exceed their hopes, or still manage to fall flat?FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #holdyourbreath #sarahpaulson #thriller #reviews

    We Explain the Remarkable World of Comic Conventions and Expos | Close Up Episode 116

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 96:16


    Ryan and Joe explain the conventions of comic cons and Fan Expo. Do's and Don'ts: we've got you covered for an excellent first (or maybe repeated) outing to nerd heaven. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #ryanwalker #fanexpo #comicconventions #comiccon #

    We ACTUALLY agree on House of the Dragon S2 | Close Up Episode 115

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 98:49


    Last time Ryan and Joe discussed House of the Dragon, Close Up had its first civil war. Will the war continue, will fences be mended, or will declarations of war be made then mostly let tension simmer (ala HoD S2)? Listen to find out...FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #ryanwalker #houseofthedragon #georgerrmartin #hbo #gameofthrones #fantasy

    Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (August 2024) | Close Up Episode 114

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 155:44


    Ryan and Joe offer you another installment of Leisure Lists! This month's list includes such gems as: classic Star Trek films, classic X-Men films, and modern classics such as The Acolyte (sarcasm).FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #ryanwalker #leisurelist #xmen #startrek #houseofthedragon

    Deadpool and Wolverine Gave Us Maximum Effort to Great Results | Close Up E113

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 78:54


    LFG!!! Deadpool and Wolverine is one of our most anticipated films of 2024. Did it live up to the hype? Hear our thoughts on this episode of Close Up...FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#closeup #ryanwalker #deadpool #deadpoolandwolverine #wolverine #hughjackman #ryanreynolds

    An Ode to the Most Attractive Male Actors | Close Up E112

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 73:46


    Ryan and Joe share their admiration for the most attractive male actors and characters in cinema history! This is a late pride-month episode. But who cares? Never too late to fawn over some charismatic and handsome gentlemen... FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #closeup #ryanwalker #lgbtq #pride #handsomeactors #charmingcharacters

    Jodie Comer Delivers an Awesome Performance in The Bikeriders | Close Up E111

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 59:56


    The Bikeriders was an anticipated film for Ryan and Joe. It wasn't what they expected. But was that a bad thing, or a pleasant surprise?FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#podcast #closeup #ryanwalker #thebikeriders #vandalsmc #motorcycles #tomhardy

    Joe Explains the Old and Forgotten Star Wars "LEGENDS" | Close Up E110

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 84:29


    Joe explains the old Star Wars Expanded Universe (Legends) to Ryan. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #podcast #closeup #ryanwalker #starwarslegends #starwarseu #kotor #grandadmiralthrawn

    Furiosa Has Epic Action and Expands the Mad Max World | Close Up E109

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 55:31


    Furiosa is one of 2024's best action films! That said: Ryan and Joe have a few complaints... FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #podcast #closeup

    Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Is Excellent | Close Up E108

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 67:57


    Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a worthy successor to the Caesar trilogy, and makes us excited for the franchise's future!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church#podcast #closeup #starwars #themandalorian #davefiloni #ryanwalker

    Tales of the Empire Fails to Reach its Potential | Close Up E107

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 56:40


    Ryan and Joe review Tales of the Empire: Star Wars' disappointing follow up to Tales of the Jedi. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church #podcast #closeup #starwars #themandalorian #davefiloni #ryanwalker

    Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (May 2024) | Close Up Episode 106

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 152:41


    Another instalment of Leisure Lists: this episode's topics include The Bad Batch S3, the NHL playoffs, and Ghost of Tsushima, and Civil War.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Challengers Features the Best Acting We've Yet Seen in 2024 | Close Up E105

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 57:31


    Ryan and Joe both went into Challengers with low-mid expectations. But it greatly succeeded our skepticism! This is a well made film. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    We Rave About How Shogun Is Remarkable in Every Regard | Close Up E104

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 87:02


    Shogun is an exceptional series! Ryan and Joe were thrilled by it from start to finish, and we'd like to share our thoughts with you. In short: if you haven't seen Shogun yet, WATCH IT!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Fallout Is a Unique Take on the Post-Apocalyptic Genre | Close Up E103

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 82:39


    Joe believes Fallout is a stunning adaptation for one of his favourite games! But will Ryan (someone who's never cared for Fallout) get on the hype train too? Find out on this episode of Close Up...FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIALMEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Audiences Deserve Better than Hollywood's Loathsome Marketing | Close Up E102

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 85:21


    Have you noticed that Hollywood marketing has sucked for the better part of this decade? So have we. Ryan and Joe analyze the current sorry state of media advertisement. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Invincible S2 Forwards Its Story In Unexpected Ways

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 97:19


    Invincible S2 improves upon its first season in a myriad of ways. But was it worth the wait? Ryan and Joe determine the answer on this week's Close Up!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Close Up Radiant 100th Episode Retrospective | Close Up E100

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 81:26


    Join Ryan and Joe while they recount the highs and lows of Close Up's first 100 episodes! Hear behind-the-scenes accounts of the podcast's origin, and growing pains-- also discussions of the podcast's future. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    In Defense of the Star Wars Prequels | Close Up E99

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 130:39


    The Star Wars prequels have been unfairly hated for the last 25 years. Ryan and Joe unabashedly love these films and are sick of the slander. Because the Prequels are some of the most inventive and imaginative films ever made. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlane TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (March 2024) | Close Up E98

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 113:04


    Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: Yellowstone, The Flash, Quentin Tarantino films, Oscar movies, and Heat. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Dune Part 2 Will Be Remembered Alongside The Great Films | Close Up E97

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 73:29


    Dune Part 2 is an exceptional piece of cinema, which somehow succeeds its first instalment! This is a film which MUST be seen in the biggest available formats. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    On The Challenges Faced By Adaptations | Close Up E96

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 70:53


    Adaptations are consistently tricky. How do you translate a story from one medium to another? And what pitfalls do creatives face in the switch? Ryan and Joe discuss these issues on this episode of Close Up! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Avatar The Last Airbender (Netflix) Satisfied Us More Than Expected | Close Up E95

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 76:57


    Avatar: The Last Airbender is a solid fantasy series on Netflix. Just don't compare it too much with the original. Then its flaws grow more apparent. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Ryan Explains Sons of Anarchy to Someone Who's Never Watched SoA | Close Up E94

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 58:40


    Joe has never watched Sons of Anarchy. Can Ryan convince you or him to give it a try? Find out on this week's Close Up. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Celebrating Love | Our Favourite Couples In Fiction | Close Up E93

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 78:56


    Ryan and Joe count down their favourite couples in fiction! Joe goes a bit overboard but, then again, he loves love. And Ryan hates Valentine's Day. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Marvel Comics Battle Royale (Marvel Heroes) | Close Up E92

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 74:26


    Ryan and Joe perform a fantasy league draft of Marvel heroes, then pit them head to head in a grand improvised battle. It's the old school yard discussion: "Who would win in a fight?" except it's two grown nerds who want to entertain you. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlane TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Oscars 2024 Picks and Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 75:00


    Ryan and Joe break down the Oscars 2024 nominations, pick their favourites, and offer their predictions for what'll actually win the trophy!FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Superman The Movie vs Man of Steel Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 85:37


    Christopher Reeve vs Henry Cavill; Richard Donner vs Zack Snyder; Superman vs The Man of Steel! Which film captures the character best, or provides the most interesting perspective on the Man of Tomorrow? Ryan and Joe debate the question on this week's Close Up. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Ryan and Joe's Leisure Lists (January 2024) | Close Up E89

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 161:57


    Ryan and Joe casually discuss whatever media they've consumed lately, including: The Wolf of Wall Street, DC Comic Books, Superman: The Movie, and The Simpsons FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    The Iron Claw Is One of the Saddest Movies Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 53:30


    Neither Ryan nor Joe care about professional wrestling. But The Iron Claw is incredible nonetheless! This is one of the most tragic stories we've ever seen. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Ryan and Joe's Top 10 Entertainment of 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 112:40


    Ryan and Joe reveal their lists for the Top 10 entertainment of 2023 (movies, TV, and games combined). Join us for a celebration of last year's best on this episode of Close Up! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Ryan and Joe's Top 10 TV Shows (List)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 124:02


    Ryan and Joe count down their Top 10 TV shows. Find out what we chose on this episode of Close Up! And remember: the list is subjective, and has no bearing on the quality of these shows compared to... say, Breaking Bad or The Wire.

    Theatres Bravely Stand Against The Tide of Streaming Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 58:49


    Movie theatres were long since predicted to be obsolete-- especially in the age of streaming. Yet they hold strong. Is it because they're the most ideal way to view movies, or are they just a remnant of a declining tradition?FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Joe Finally Watches Invincible Season 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 74:34


    Ryan once tried to explain Invincible to Joe. His explanation proved enticing! Joe finally watched Invincible, but what did he think? Find out on this episode of Close Up! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemedia WEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/ RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=en Recorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan Walker Edited by Joseph Morin Close Up cover art by Justin Church

    Napoleon Makes Little Impression

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 79:12


    Napoleon is one of history's most grand and controversial figures. Did Ridley Scott's new film live up to that legacy? Find out on this week's Close Up.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085031226698TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Joe Explains Doctor Who to Someone Who Has Never Watched Doctor Who

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 75:59


    Loki S2 Is Marvelous (Review)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 82:30


    Loki season 2 is the best Marvel product we've seen in years! It's genuine quality television. See? We're not just blind haters.FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

    Reviewing OUR 3 Short Films of 2023 (Featuring Justin Church)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 152:07


    Ryan, Joe, and Justin (in his Close Up debut) break down their 3 short films of 2023: A Blue Star Apart, Crying Over Milk, and Battle 4 Blood. Plus Behind-the-Scenes stories! FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtPlaneTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoughtplanemediaWEBSITE: https://www.thoughtplane.ca/RYAN'S SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=ryanwalkerofficial&t=1645086679872 https://www.instagram.com/ryanwalkerofficial/?hl=enRecorded by Joseph Morin and Ryan WalkerEdited by Joseph MorinClose Up cover art by Justin Church

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