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Get ready for some serious heat on "Talking Ish'!" This episode is going Rapid Fire, and we're tackling a stacked lineup: We're diving deep into Bitter Root: The Next Movement (written by David F. Walker, Sanford Greene, and Chuck Brown, with art by Sanford Greene), the game-changing Black Panther (2016) (by Ta-Nehisi Coates and Brian Stelfreeze), the formidable Battle Beast (from Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley's Invincible), the fun throwback feeling Batman & Robin: Year One (penned by Mark Waid, with art by Chris Samnee), the epic adventure Star Wars: Jedi Knights (the new Marvel series by Marc Guggenheim and Madibek Musabekov), and the gritty Daredevil (2019) (from the brilliant team of Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto). You won't want to miss this!Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.social

The Grand Finale of the Michael B. Jordanissance! Join us as we bring this celebration to a close, diving deep into the intriguing enigma that is often overlooked, Chronicle! Then we're bracing ourselves to revisit the cinematic misstep that was Without Remorse. There's also another film that we discuss that's related to Chronicle. I won't spoil what it is, so you'll have to listen to find out.Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: SwingArtists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Rapid Reaction time! Okay, maybe not so rapid this time, but buckle up because we're dissecting Marvel's Thunderbolts*! Get ready as we plunge headfirst into Marvel's newest offering, a wild ride with a gloriously dysfunctional crew, battling their demons... and, oh yeah, Bob.Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: SwingArtists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

We're back with a cinematic experience so groundbreaking, so genre-bending, it'll leave you breathless. Forget everything you thought you knew about horror because this week, we're diving headfirst into the monumental and utterly unforgettable Sinners!From the visionary mind of acclaimed director Ryan Coogler, this isn't just a film; it's a visceral journey. Prepare to be captivated by its beautifully shot, sweeping visuals that somehow manage to be both epic in scale and intimately unsettling. But don't let the beauty fool you – this is a layered narrative that will burrow under your skin, touching the very depths of your soul while simultaneously delivering genuine chills. And yes... a dark magnetic, undeniable sexy aura permeates in this terrifying masterpiece.So, dim the lights, lock your doors, and join us as we unpack the brilliance, the scares, and the unexpected allure of Ryan Coogler's genre-defying Sinners! You won't want to miss this deep dive into a film that's already being hailed as a modern classic. And there will be slight spoilers.Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.socialSong title: SwingArtists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Grab your mitt and your tissues! This week, we're stepping up to the plate to talk about the 2001 sports drama Hardball, starring Keanu Reeves and Diane Lane, and Michael B Jordan. Was it a heartwarming home run or a strikeout? Join us as we kick off our Michael B Jordanesance. A retrospect of films from Michael B Jordan's filmography, in celebration of his new film Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler. We also recap our experience and highlights from our time at C2E2.Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: @Shwip.bsky.social

We're back with a Rapid Reaction to a cinematic phoenix! Out of the ashes comes Magazine Dreams, a film that navigated a turbulent journey after its initial 2023 cancellation. Join us as we unpack Jonathan Majors' powerhouse performance. Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

From the cinema to your living room! We're talking Black Bag and Novocaine, both of which we saw in theaters. Now, you can bring the sexiness, tension, action, and laughs home – they're both available for rental. So grab some popcorn and check them out after the episode!Want more How Was It? I in your life?Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_ItJoin the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcastSong title: SwingArtists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan Gribetz Courtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Suit up! Strap in! We're back in the Absolute Universe on Talking Ish, and it's time to wrap up the Trinity's first arc! We're diving into Absolute Wonder Woman #4-5, Absolute Superman #4-5, and the conclusion of Absolute Batman #4-6!Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

TV is absolutely EXPLODING right now! We're diving headfirst into the scorching hot shows that have us hooked. Get ready for a fiery discussion!Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcastSong title: SwingArtists: League of Legends Music- Nitzan GribetzCourtesy of Riot Games: https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/community/riot-music-creator-safe-guidelines/

Join us as we dive into some of our most anticipated films of 2025. It's shaping up to be a year packed with blockbusters, intriguing dramas, and exciting franchise installments! We also discuss some things outside of film we're anticipating as well. Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Love it or hate it, Captain America: Brave New World is here, and we're talking about it. Is Brave New World a hit or a miss? Suit up and join us for a no-holds-barred discussion on the latest MCU chapter! Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Talking Ish is back, and we're swinging back into Ultimate Spider-Man! Buckle up for a wild ride as we discuss the mind-blowing issues 7-12! We will be talking spoilers, but this may just get you to check out this "Amazing" series.• Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

The Trinity reigns supreme! Join us this week as we delve into DC's bold new takes on Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman. We discuss Absolute Batman 1-3, Absolute Wonder Woman 1-3, and Absolute Superman 1-3. • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

What better way to kick off the new year than by talking about last year?! Let's toast to the past and cheers to the future! Join us for our annual 'Best Of' lists, and brace yourselves for the inaugural 'Worst Of' 2024. • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Join us as we celebrate 100 episodes of How Was It?! In this special episode we have some fun with 100 of our favorite movies. Join us for a cinematic showdown as they go head to head in an epic battle for the #1 spot. Thanks for the continued support, we truly appreciate it! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Bust out the swords, sandals, and tune in for a blood-pumping good time! We're talking Gladiator II! Join us as we discuss Ridley Scott's latest epic and see if it can live up to the legacy of the original. • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

It's time for another round of Rapid Fire! This week, we're tackling The Apprentice, High Potential, Venom: The Last Dance, Heretic, Here, and The Penguin. Join us for a fast-paced, fun-filled discussion. Let's dive in! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Peter Parker is back, but not as you know him. This week on Talking Ish', we explore Marvel's Ultimate Universe and the shocking new direction for Spider-Man. A 35-year-old Peter, married with kids? We're swinging into action with Ultimate Spider-Man. Join us as we see how this iconic hero is reimagined for a new generation. • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

This week, we're diving deep into the twisted world of Agatha Harkness, as we discuss Agatha All Along! Plus, our new spinoff segment, 'Talking Ish,' is here to give you insight into the world of comics that inspire the films and tv adaptations! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

More blood, more bite! We're back with Vampire in Brooklyn as AwwHellnahween continues! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

It's October and that could only mean one thing... time for some spooky shit! We're back with our annual AwwHellnahween series. We're sinking our teeth into the vampire classic, Salem's Lot and the new 'Salem's Lot. Join us to see which one's the real bloodsucker! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads and follow us on Instagram: @HowWasItPodcast

Prepare for chaos because there's always a Joker in the pack! Join us as we decent into musical madness that is Joker: Folie à Deux. The Joker's back, and he's brought a partner in crime who's just as cuckoo as he is. Tune in to see if this chaotic duo can find love in Gotham or just make it even more of a madhouse! • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

In a bonus episode we draft our picks for the 2024-2025 Vulture's Movie Fantasy League. Join us as we craft our lists and discuss some of the films that are on ours. Create your own list and join our league by going to moviegame.vulture.com and put in How Was It for the League Name. Submissions due by 11:59PM on 10/3 • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and anything else you want to discuss or let us know at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

Get ready for a double dose of thrills! In this episode of How Was It?, we're giving our opinions on the captivating films 'Strange Darlings' and 'Blink Twice.' Spoiler-free, of course." Want more SHWI in your life? • Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and wildest theories at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. • Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It • Join the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

Join us this week on How Was It? as we dive headfirst into Alien: Romulus. We'll give our initial thoughts, then buckle up for a spoiler-filled deep dive. Are you ready to face the horrors of space? Want more SHWI in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and wildest theories at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_It Join the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

Attention all TV bingers! The SHWI crew is back for another spoilerific dive into the latest shows! This week, we're dissecting the epic finales of: The Boys: Season 4 - Did Homelander finally get his comeuppance? Or did Butcher go a little too scorched earth? The Acolyte: Unveiling the secrets of the dark side – were you surprised by the shocking reveals? House of the Dragon: Season 2: The Targaryen civil war heats up! Who will claim the Iron Throne? ⚔️ We'll share our spoiler-free first impressions right away, then delve deep into the nitty-gritty details later in the episode. Buckle up! Want more SHWI in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, and wildest theories at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_It Join the conversation on Threads: @HowWasItPodcast

After a few weeks of technical difficulties (Thanks Spotify and Riverside...), we're back! Finally hear our rapid reaction to Deadpool & Wolverine that we recorded on 7/28. We also discuss the Major news that came out of Comic Con, no pun intended. Unfortunately the intro and background music is gone forever (Thanks again Spotify and Riverside), but rock with us as we roll with the punches and hopefully we'll have a new intro and background music soon. Email us with show ideas, questions, and comments at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X @HowWas_It and on Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast.

Buckle up, grab your pets and pizza, because we're taking a trip back to A Quiet Place: Day One! It's gonna be a wild ride (but try not to make any noise, okay?) Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week we discuss The Boys Season 4, Star Wars: The Acolyte, and House of the Dragon Season 2. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

It finally feels like summer movies are here! Join us as we talk about the film we've had the most fun with in the theaters this summer as we discuss Bad Boys: Ride or Die! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

In the words of Kendrick Lamar “V12 it's a fast one!” but we're not taking about Drake's Body Surgery! We're taking about the high octane, brutal and bloody, action packed film, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week on the show we take it easy and discuss some new (when we record) trailers for upcoming movies in a segment we call Trailer Trash talk. Links for the trailers discussed have been included. We also discuss our thoughts on the first season of X-Men ‘97. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast Never Let Go https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDfRp_ukHDU Beetlejuice Beetlejuice https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=e6yDanmWI1E&pp=ygUfYmVldGxlanVpY2UgYmVldGxlanVpY2UgdHJhaWxlcg%3D%3D Bad Boys: Ride or Die https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTQyMmz-cQE&pp=ygUcYmFkIGJveXMgcmlkZSBvciBkaWUgdHJhaWxlcg%3D%3D Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KoxhkE_U3Ww

This week on the show we discuss Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. We give our thoughts on the film and have a debate about the underlying analogy of the franchise. Feel free to listen up until the spoiler warning if you haven't seen the film. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

It's time to talk Tennis, Sex, and Toxicity this week as we discuss Challengers! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week on the show we discuss Horror/Comedy Abigail. We start off with a spoiler free thoughts on the film then discuss some spoilers. We decided mid recording to not do major spoilers because it's so damn good we didn't want to ruin all the twists. Go check this out ASAP! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

As requested in a recent review we received… things get spooky on this episode as we discuss The First Omen! We give our general thoughts before we dive into spoilers and give a warning beforehand. We don't spoil everything so feel free to listen. We hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording it. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

Join us as we briefly give our thoughts on Actor and now Director Dev Patel's new film Monkey Man! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

“Spring is here again!” word to Kurt Cobain(RIP), but it's still been cold outside here in Michigan. In this episode we talk about two movies whose subtitles are interchange and they would still make sense. Coincidentally both also deal with frost and have empire in their titles. Join us as we discuss Ghostbusters: The Frozen Empire & Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

With Quiet on Set coming out and bringing things to light, it had us thinking about our childhood and the shows we watched. Join us as we take a stroll down memory lane and discuss some of those shows. We also discuss the recently released X-Men ‘97. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week on the show we discuss the Oscar's and Dune Part Two. We don't spoil anything so if you haven't seen it yet feel free to listen. But you should definitely check the film out on the biggest screen possible. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

In honor of Black History Month we have some fun give flowers and discuss 5 different Black Icons in film and television. Ice Cube, Issa Rae, Samuel L. Jackson, Regina King, and Spike Lee are the first of what will likely become a series about honoring our Icons. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

We're back with another Rapid Fire episode! This time we discuss Madam Web, Foundation, Pacific Heights, Set It Off, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and The Vince Staples Show. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week we discuss some of our most anticipated films of the year. Stick around after that as we make a friendly wager about upcoming films. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

We finally got a chance to see American Fiction! Spoiler- we really liked it! Join us as we talk about the themes of the film and what it's saying about the consumption of Black Media. We also have a discussion about some of the Oscar Nominations. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

This week we talk about vengeance and cyber crimes as we discuss Jason Statham's new movie The Beekeeper! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

Happy New Year! We're back! We kick off season 3 by looking back at the previous year. We discuss our Top 10 movies of 2023 and discuss our Top 5 Shows of 2023 as well. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

Happy Holidays! Join us for the last episode of the year as we talk about Christmas Vacation and other Christmas Dads! Happy New Year, see you in 2024! Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

We're back by popular demand with another round of Rapid Fire! We discuss Thanksgiving, Napoleon, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Good Burger 2, Saltburn, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. We also discuss the John Woo Christmas action film Silent Night. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

Join us for our discussion of The Marvels! We had just as much fun discussing the film as we had watching it. Sorry Incels, it's good! We also discuss the final episode of Loki season 2. We give a warning before we discuss spoilers for The Marvels and Loki season 2. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

In this episode we discuss Loki Season 2, Gen V and Invencible Season 2. We also have a discussion about the Variety article about the MCU, as well as why people (really Incels) hate Brie Larson as Captain Marvel. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast

Halloween is over but join us as we have an in depth discussion about a movie that is based on a true American horror story: Killers of the Flower Moon. Email us with show ideas, questions and comments at SHWIPODCAST@Gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @HowWas_It and Instagram + Threads @HowWasItPodcast