Fandom Academy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today CJ and Laila drop their EXPERT knowledge on the one person we all know and love: Taylor Swift. But this isn't just any Taylor Swift episode, this is the OFFICIAL deep dive review of her latest album, 'The Tortured Poets Department'. See what they have to say in this lengthy episode, and let us know what you think in the comments!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we have a packed episode for you! We open up with CJ's coverage of WrestleMania 40 which was one of the best major WWE events in quite some time, featuring The Rock, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, John Cena, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley, and SO many more! We also got into CinemaCon updates which highlighted a lot of the upcoming films like 'Gladiator 2', the ATLA animated films, 'Twisters', 'Deadpool & Wolverine', 'Captain America: Brave New World', and 'Thunderbolts*'! CJ and Laila also dive into a quick preview of Taylor Swifts's latest album, 'The Tortured Poets Department', set to release Friday, April 19th! Lastly, we cover the latest episode of 'X-men 97', which had us discussing opposing views. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy, your new favorite podcast! Today we cover a wide range of topics from the last couple of weeks including 'Daredevil: Born Again' updates, the announcement of 'Dune: Messiah' in early development, new casting for Silver Surfer in the upcoming 'Fantastic Four' film, a trailer for 'Tales of the Empire', the latest in the music industry, and of course, episode 4 of 'X-Men 97'! Tune in for our thoughts, and be sure to leave yours in the comments below!2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we're joined by the one and only Liam Crowley from Comicbook! Liam joins us today to give his in-depth predictions for this year's WrestleMania, along with CJ. It looks like we have a jam packed weekend in the wrestling world, and this is the place to hear ALL about it! We also cover the first 3 episodes of Marvel's latest animated series, 'X-Men 97', which has been an absolute banger so far! What do you think of the series so far?! Let us know in the comments below.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we're covering the results of this years Oscar's, which saw the inevitable #oppenheimer sweep, incredible speeches, and some funny moments. With #xmen97 coming out this week we also dive into a primer, where we talk expectations, predictions, and where the series left off. We end with a segment covering the latest on the third installment of #venom which will be titled 'Venom: The Last Dance'. We finish things off by talking about what we've been watching, including Ricky Stanicky, The Thundermans Movie, and more!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we're joined by AoF's one and only Damon Gray (@damontweets)! Listen in as we dive deep through the world of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' that came out not too long ago on Netflix. We also discuss updates in the realm of WWE, the results of the SAG Awards, and news regarding more castings for 'The Last of Us'! Tune in to this chunky episode of the Fandom Academy Podcast and enjoy!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and joined with us today to talk about her experience at the 'Dune Part 2' Red Carpet and early screening of the film is Millie Wiseley!! She and our very own Slayla got the chance to witness this spectacle on the big screen and give us their SPOILER FREE thoughts of the film. We also dive right into our Oscar predictions as the award ceremony is JUST around the corner and will be hosted by the one and only Jimmy Fallon! We also talk about The Boys, Glen Powell, and how deeply we want Ryan Gosling to perform "I'm Just Ken" at the Oscars. Enjoy!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we got a LOADED episode of news, trailers, and the latest films to release. We kick off the episode with the Super Bowl where the Kansas City Chiefs took the W over San Fran 49ers. That's not all, because aside from a surprisingly good halftime show, we got a ton of trailers that we discuss including 'Deadpool & Wolverine', 'Twisters', 'Fall Guy', and so many more! We also got into this little film called 'Madame Web'... we'll let you guys hear about that in the episode LOL. We also talked about the new X-Men '97 trailer, which looks like a BLAST. And lastly we end the episode with a something rather fantastic, as Marvel Studios officially released the cast for Marvel's first family, The Fantastic Four! Please enjoy!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we have a bunch to talk about! Firstly, we have some updates regarding this year's Wrestlemania, which had CM Punk fans FURIOUS! With The Rock now on the board of directors at TKO (parent company to WWE), he seems to be taking some big swings at changing the story for his return to the ring. We also got into the Grammy's, which had some amazing performances by Billy Eilish, Dua Lipa, Miley Cyrus, and more! Also at the Grammy's, Taylor Swift announces a new album coming April 19th, titled 'Tortured Poets Department'!!! Lastly we finish out the episode with all of the latest Disney news that all seemed to drop at the EXACT same time, but we're totally here for it.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we have a BIG episode for you guys! We first break down the 'Daredevil: Born Again' set photos that absolutely rocked the internet of new characters and RETURNING characters. Then we shift into the latest updates and news around this year's Superbowl, from Usher's incoming halftime performance to what potential trailers and commercials we'll get to see. We also get into the FINALE for 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians', which has been a wild ride to say the least! Tune in next week for a good time!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we are here to talk about one of the most prestigious award shows in Hollywood History; the Oscars. With all of the nominations released recently, we dove into our reactions, and our grievances, with this year's picks. We also get into a brief review of 'All of Us Strangers', and a new trailer for Glen Powell's film, 'Hitman', coming out on Netflix later this year. We also get into episode 7 of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians', which has been a wild ride leading into next week's finale.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we have a super fun episode breaking down the iconic LOTUS CASINO scene in episode 6 of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians'. What'd you guys think of the episode, did it live up to your expectations?!We also go through the plethora of awards given out over the last couple of weeks with the Golden Globes, People's Choice, and Emmys taking place. Major shout outs to projects like 'The Bear', 'Beef', 'Oppenheimer', 'Barbie', 'Killers of the Flower Moon', and SO. MUCH. MORE.We finish the episode today with a fun new game that we encourage you to try with us!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and we are happy to start out 2024 with a CHONKY season 3 premiere, also marking 1 FULL YEAR of the Fandom Academy Podcast!!! Today, we breakdown the oh so brutal Disney+ series, 'Echo', starring Alaqua Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio, with a cameo from Charlie Cox's Daredevil! We also give our reactions to 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' episode 5, which introduced the God of War, Ares, played by Adam Copeland, also known as Edge in AEW and WWE. We also discuss news of 'The Mandalorian' getting a film, which will seemingly wrap up Mando and Grogu's journey together. There were also several new castings for Part Two of 'The Last of Us', which sent Laila spiraling! We thank you for listening to our podcast for a whole year; you all mean the most to us. Here's to another year of laughs, good times, and great movies.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome to out FINAL episode of season 2, and what a ride it's been!! We are the Fandom Academy and we are so happy to have been your podcast for 2 whole seasons. In this episode we breakdown 'What If..?' Season 2 and our favorite moments and characters. Also, as we hit the halfway point for 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians', we share our thoughts on episodes 3-4, favorite moments, as well as where we think we can see the quest heading. (We're looking at you Edge!!!) Finally we each talk about out most anticipated films and shows set to release in 2024. Tune in next week as we kick off Season 3 of the Fandom Academy Podcast, which will release on our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!! Thanks for tuning in, see you all next time! And HAPPY NEW YEAR, let's make 2024 amazing.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today CJ raves on about a little movie called 'Anyone But You', starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney. The film is an elite rom-com, reviving the genre after years of mediocre rom-com attempts. We also talked about the first two episodes of the highly anticipated 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians', which was absolutely phenomenal. We wrapped up today's episode to discuss the latest news around 'Avengers 5', previously titled 'The Kang Dyansty', following Jonathan Majors trial. What do you guys think, let us know in the comments!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and today we have a fun game to play! Each of us chose a movie, a tv show, an actor/actress, and a wildcard (could be anything or anyone) and with the help of single word clues, we had to guess each one. After our game we broke down the latest trailers including Ke Huy Quan joining Kung Fu Panda 4, the absolutely stacked cast we saw in IF, and the scary reality of Civil War, featuring Kirsten Dunst and Nick Offerman. We hope you enjoy, and tune in next week for more good times!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and as we approach the end of a great year, we dedicated a full episode to walking down memory lane with some of our favorite things from the year. From Movies to Music, we dive into some of the most iconic moments, biggest surprises, and even revisit things we totally forgot about. If you're looking for a good laugh and good company, this is the episode for you!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and in spirit of the best holiday EVER, today we're doing a CHRISTMAS MOVIE DRAFT!!! Join us while we share our favorite Christmas films, including 1 film from each of us that can be argued as a Christmas movie.We also talk after the draft about some recent news surrounding The Boys, and rave about Taylor Swift being named Times Person of the Year! Enjoy!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and we're here to talk about a couple of the latest movies in theaters today, starting with 'Saltburn' starring the legendary Barry Keoghan and the beautiful Jacob Elordi. We follow up with a discussion of 'Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' featuring 'West Side Story' star, Rachel Zegler, and Tom Blyth as the young and attractive Coriolanus Snow. Also watch as we don our clown makeup once again, as we wait for an announcement from the one and only Taylor Swift!Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy2022 © Agents Of Fandom, LLC

Hello and welcome back!! We are the Fandom Academy and we have A LOT to catch you up on. From the release of 1989 TV, trailers for ‘What If…?' season 2 and ‘Madame Web', the finale for season 2 of Loki and the absolute banger that is ‘The Marvels' we have a STACKED show for you today! Join us while we get back into the swing of things and talk about your favorite things.Check us out on our other social platforms using Linktree:https://linktr.ee/fandomacademy

Welcome to episode 7 of the Fandom Academy Podcast!

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of the Fandom Academy Podcast! Today we introduce a long-awaited Fandom Academy guest, Gabrielle Buzenski! Take a deep dive into Secret Invasion with us, as we discuss its performance, as a series and as a story within the lore of the MCU. Then tune in as CJ gives his *SPOILER FREE* review of the second season of Heartstopper on Netflix, a story where LGBTQIA+ teens around the world are seen. Lastly, we end the show with a bang as we share our experiences with the pop culture phenomenon known as Brabenheimer! Barbie and Oppenheimer are both cinematic masterpieces in their own respect. CINEMA IS BACK!!!

Welcome to episode 4 of the Fandom Academy Podcast! In this episode, we dive into our reactions to Secret Invasion episode 4 and give our thoughts on where the series is headed. Also, CJ hosts a fun game to prepare us for Barbenheimer Day! We also discuss its influence on Pop Culture and Cinema as a whole.

Welcome to episode 3 of the Fandom Academy Podcast! Co-Host CJ gives his reactions to Taylor Swift's new version of her Speak Now album. We also get into news for Deadpool 3, including some juicy set photos, casting updates, and Wolverine in his comic-accurate suit?! Finally, we discuss our reactions to Secret Invasion episodes 2 and 3. What do you think of the Disney Plus series so far?

Welcome to Fandom Academy! Today we will be doing our legendary Taylor Swift Eras Draft with our Swiftie friends Jenna Anderson and Nicole Drum from Comicbook! Join in for a good time and a walk down Taylor Swift lane as we dive into our favorite Eras!

The Fandom Academy Podcast starts its second season, talking about Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse, Ted Lasso, Secret Invasion, and the latest in wrestling.Also, celebrate PRIDE with us while we dive into the importance of representation and share some of our favorite LGBTQ+ characters. For more on the topic of Pride Month check out our Representation Roundtable on Youtube!

Welcome to our Agents of Change Representation Roundtable just in time for Pride Month! Led by Fandom Academy host 1 of 3, CJ Darr, dive into the importance of proper and equal representation in film, in both the creative and critical sides of the industry. CJ is joined by some of the Agents of Fandom team including Brandon, Emma, Ryan, and Aisha!

Welcome to episode 20 of the Fandom Academy podcast where we turn the heat up with our very first Battle of the Hot Takes with guests TJ Zwarych and Charlie Goldberg!

Welcome to yet another bonus episode of the Fandom Academy Podcast with CJ and first-time guest Charlie Goldberg. Together CJ and Charlie talk about their predictions for this weekend's WWE Night of Champions and AEW Double or Nothing. Also, the Fandom Academy will be the OFFICIAL home of all WWE and AEW content to meet all of your wrestling needs!

Welcome to episode 19 of the Fandom Academy Podcast where your hosts CJ and Laila talk about Loki season 2 and Echo release dates as well as thoughts behind the potential binge stile release for Echo. There are also Deadpool 3 castings, and finally a full spoiler review of Jedi: Survivor!

Welcome to episode 18 of the Fandom Academy podcast where we are joined by the one and only Jade Rafallo to break down Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3! We also get a little bit into the recent trailer for Dune part 2 starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, as well as the most recent Fantastic Four rumored castings.

Welcome to episode 17 of the Fandom Academy podcast where your 3 favorite youngins talk about Jedi: Survivor and get into a primer for the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3! Who do you think we are going to be saying a sad farewell to this weekend?!

Our Disney Channel Original Movie Draft is finally here! Today, we are joined by industry legend Liam Crowley and Laila's sister Poppy in our very first draft! Take a walk down memory lane while we give our best of the classics and geek over the movies that shaped our childhood.

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to episode 15, where we talk about the latest Chris Evans and Ana De Armas movie, Ghosted, which is now available to stream on Apple TV+. We also take a deep dive into The Mandalorian Season 3 finale and revisit the season as a whole.

Welcome to episode 12 of the Fandom Academy podcast where we are joined by a very special guest, Liam Crowley! Join us as we talk all the latest news and trends in Marvel, get into a breakdown for the latest episode of The Mandalorian, and a primer for the heavily anticipated WrestleMania set to take place this weekend!

Welcome to episode 11 of the Fandom Academy podcast where your hosts Jaiden, CJ, and Laila are joined by Agents of Fandom regular Damon Gray to talk The Mandalorian episode 3, Shazam: Fury of the Gods, and more!

The Fandom Academy welcomes special guest Adam Blevins to the chat as we talk all things Mando and The Last of Us. We also get into some of our favorite moments from the Oscars, and a spoiler free review of Scream 6, for all of our horror fans out there!

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to episode number 9, hosted by the one and only CJ Darr alongside friends and co-hosts Laila Heslop and Jaiden Duran! Today, joined by special guest Aisha (evanslarsons on Twitter), we freak out over the freshly released Ghosted trailer starring Chris Evans and Ana de Armas, hype up the premiere of The Mandalorian season 3, and break down The Last of Us episode 8. Join us for a good time and loads of laughs!

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to Bonus Episode #2 with Host CJ Darr and Agent Jade Rafallo! Join them in discussing this weekend's upcoming Oscar Ceremony and what they predict will ensue. From movies like 'Everything, Everywhere, All At Once' to 'The Whale', there were a lot of fantastic movies in 2022, and a lot of great talent behind them. Tell us your predictions in the comments below!

The Fandom Academy welcomes our good friend, AKA our fun weekend Dad, Garrett Blaney to the show as we talk about the absolutely chaotic movie called Cocaine Bear, get into a bit of a primer for The Mandalorian season 3 (which comes out TOMORROW!!!!), and dive deep into spoiler territory for The Last of Us episode 7, in which Ellie is the main focus.

Welcome back fandom fans! Watch as your hosts Laila, Jaiden, and CJ talk about some impactful MCU news, like the subtle announcement of a Spider-Man 4 in early development?! We also dive into SPOILER territory for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and episode 6 of The Last of Us! Join us as we gush over Pedro Pascal and Jonathan Majors in episode 7 of the Fandom Academy Podcast!CHECK OUT OUR SITE: https://agentsoffandom.com/Our Clothing Store: https://www.aofandom.com/

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to episode 6, where your hosts CJ, Jaiden, and Laila talk about the Super Bowl (sorry Eagles!) and the trailers that dropped; specifically 'The Flash' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3'! We also get into a bit of an Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania primer to get us hyped and ready to see it THIS THURSDAY with the Agents of Fandom crew. Lastly, we break down episode 5 of The Last of Us which introduces fans to Henry and Sam!

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to our very first Bonus Episode with special guest Anjali Bhimani, where your hosts Jaiden, CJ, and Laila talk about her career as an actress, both in television and in gaming, as well as her thoughts on the Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania premiere and The Last of Us series as a whole!

Welcome to episode 5 of the Fandom Academy Podcast where your hosts Laila, CJ, and Jaiden talk rumors of a certain MCU trailer or two being aired during the Super Bowl, highlight the recently announced DCU slate, and break down the latest episode of The Last of Us on HBO Max!Check out the Agents of Fandom website, where our content is made FOR the fans, BY the fans: https://agentsoffandom.com/Also check out our AOF merch: https://aofandom.com/And lastly, be sure to follow us on socials:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agentsoffandom/Twitter - https://twitter.com/fandomacademyyFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfFandomTik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@agentsoffandom?tab=Overview&lang=en&type=webappYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnR7suojF4gXXMvhS0PuqRt0gNNVlxjV_

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to episode 4, where your hosts Jaiden, CJ, and Laila talk DC news before James Gunn's major announcements as well as break down the GUT WRENCHING third episode of The Last of Us!

The Fandom Academy welcomes you to episode 3, where your hosts, CJ, Laila, and Jaiden break down the second episode of The Last of Us. Today they are joined by content creator Kai (kailikesmovies) as he details his journey as a social media persona. There's a lot to break down in this episode so tune in for a great time and good laughs!

Welcome to the second episode of Fandom Academy! Hosted by Laila, Jaiden, and CJ, this episode will break down the first episode of The Last of Us.

Welcome to the debut episode of Fandom Academy! Hosted by Laila, Jaiden, and CJ, this episode will preview the highly anticipated HBO Max show, The Last of Us. Don't miss this exciting primer at one of the most anticipated shows of the year.