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There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.As 2025 nears the end, so does the year of World's Finest, our yearlong celebration of Superman!  But don't worry, we have two big Superman rankings episodes left, including this one.  It's time we pay respect to Superman's foes – it's our ranking of the Superman cinematic villains!While not as robust as Batman's rogue gallery of film villains, no doubt there have been plenty of iconic Superman villain performances throughout the years.  To help Daniel and Kris count down this super villain list are return guests Aaron Sarnecky of the Anniversary Brothers Podcast, and fresh off our last episode taking Peacemaker, Bill George, host of the Should I Go See It Podcast.The crew discuss a plethora of Lex Luthors, General Zods, and of course, Ross Webster!  Speaking of Ross Webster, listen to Daniel speak glowingly about…Superman III?!?!  Yup.  It happened.  You'll find all this and more on another GREAT rankings episode! 

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!It's the Love is Blind Season 9 finale and Michelle and DJ are here to recap all of the couples who made it to the altar, as well as the ones who didn't. They give their final thoughts on the couples now that we've seen their stories, who they like, and who they'd rather not share a pod with. Finally, they give a preview for the Love is Blind Reunion and what they expect will happen."Reddit post reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/LoveIsBlindOnNetflix/comments/1odl6h0/comment/nlpagbv/If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath! The hosts of Every Pod You Cast return to discuss all things Sabbath: Justin Mancini of TheCineMaverick.com & Cinema Joes, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of Media/Lit will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In the last episode of the season, Chris, Justin, and Randy look back on their Sabbath run and discuss their final thoughts on the band. In addition to their general musings on Black Sabbath's considerable legacy, they recommend their favorite non-album tracks, name their favorite album covers, rank all 12 albums discussed on the podcast, and list their top 10 songs. Host Picks: Favorite Non-Album Tracks Chris: MethademicJustin: Naïveté in Black, Isolated ManRandy: Peace of Mind Favorite Album Cover Chris: Sabotage (1975)Justin: Black Sabbath (1970)Randy: Master of Reality (1971) Our Album RankingsChris12) Dehumanizer (1992)11) Technical Ecstasy (1976)10) 13 (2013)9) Mob Rules (1981)8) Heaven and Hell (1980)7) Never Say Die! (1978)6) Black Sabbath (1970)5) Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973)4) Vol. 4 (1972)3) Master of Reality (1971)2) Paranoid (1970)1) Sabotage (1975) Justin12) Technical Ecstasy (1976)11) 13 (2013)10) Dehumanizer (1992)9) Never Say Die! (1978)8) Mob Rules (1981)7) Heaven and Hell (1980)6) Black Sabbath (1970)5) Paranoid (1970)4) Vol. 4 (1972)3) Master of Reality (1971)2) Sabotage (1975)1) Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973) Randy12) Never Say Die! (1978)11) Mob Rules (1981)10) 13 (2013)9) Technical Ecstasy (1976)8) Heaven and Hell (1980)7) Dehumanizer (1992)6) Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973)5) Black Sabbath (1970)4) Sabotage (1975)3) Vol. 4 (1972)2) Paranoid (1970)1) Master of Reality (1971) Our Top 10 Songs Chris 10) Solitude9) N.I.B.8) War Pigs7) Planet Caravan6) Killing Yourself to Live5) Supernaut4) Symptom of the Universe3) Megalomania2) Fairies Wear Boots1) Children of the Grave Justin10) Hole in the Sky9) Sabbra Cadabra8) Hand of Doom7) Supernaut6) A National Acrobat5) Children of the Grave4) Sabbath Bloody Sabbath3) Symptom of the Universe2) War Pigs1) Megalomania Randy10) Into the Void9) Changes8) Hand of Doom7) N.I.B.6) Iron Man5) Symptom of the Universe4) Supernaut3) Children of the Grave2) Paranoid1) War Pigs Songs We'd Recommend to Sabbath Newbies Chris: War PigsJustin: Air DanceRandy: Children of the Grave, Supernaut, Changes, Laguna Sunrise

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover Episodes 10-11 of Love is Blind Season 9. They go over the recent breakups and discuss what they think will happen with the remaining couples at the altar. They then discuss Netflix's decision to have the weddings air at 9PM EST as opposed to their normal release. Finally, they talk about who they think can actually come out of this season looking good, and why it already ranks as one of their favorite seasons.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Hello and welcome to Bill vs the MCU! Each month your hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Pop Break Podcasting Director Alex Marcus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are taking another step into the wider Marvel Multiverse as the MCU dives deeper into their Multiverse Saga.Bill & Alex spent all of 2022 rewatching the first four phases of the MCU, and, in the years since, they have covered all of Netflix's The Defenders Saga, the first four seasons of ABC's Agents of SHIELD, all 14 films in Fox's X-Verse, and a collection of Marvel Films from the 2000s.Welcome back to Bill vs MCU's Marvel's Animated Adventure season, where your hosts, Alex and Bill, will be catching up on all the major animated series Marvel has put out over the last four years. Alongside special guests Derick McDuff and Dave Gonzales, they dive deep into Marvel's animated anthology series 'What If...?' in this month's episode, with their Top 10 What If…? Episodes. Tune in for engaging discussions about episodes like 'What If T'Challa Became Star-Lord?' and 'What If Hela Found the Ten Rings.' They also explore the broader implications of these alternate realities within the MCU. Plus, stick around for insights into Marvel animations and more. Don't miss this ultimate ranking guide for fans of Marvel Animation!00:00 Introductions05:00 Discussing What If…? Series19:42 The Worst Episode of What If…?25:16 Personal Favorites and Underrated Episodes44:20 Ranking the Top 10 Episodes of What If…?02:12:12 The Number One Episode is Revealed02:22:15 Final Thoughts and Honorable MentionsCome back next month as they provide their thoughts on the first season of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man and X-Men ‘97. Want a refresher on these series? Check out all both seasons (along with every season of the classic X-Men cartoon from the 90s), now streaming on Disney Plus!

Aaron and Josh Sarnecky are here to talk about Static Shock for its 25th anniversary.Static Shock is a superhero cartoon based on the Milestone Comics/DC Comics character Static. It premiered on Kids' WB on September 23, 2000. It ran for 52 episodes and ended on May 22, 2004. It was the first broadcast animation series with an African American as the titular superhero.The series follows high schooler Virgil Hawkins (Phil LaMarr), who through an accident involving mutagenic chemicals gains electromagnetic powers. Also gaining powers are the numerous “Bang Babies” across the city of Dakota, most of which are villainous. As Static, Virgil takes down the Bang Babies, alongside his friend Richie (Jason Marsden), who later becomes to the superintelligent hero Gear.Static's adversaries include Ebon (Gary Anthony Sturgis) and Hotsteak (Danny Cooksey), as well as Rubberband Man (Kadeem Hardison), who later reforms.The series was nominated for two Daytime Emmys for Outstanding Special Class Animated Program and composer Richard Wolf won an Emmy for the show's music.Aaron and Josh talk about their past with show before going into the plot, characters, animation, and crossovers with the wider DC Animated Universe. They also discuss the show's legacy and the possibility of a new cartoon or Static movie. For another podcast on a superhero cartoon, listen to Aaron and Josh's podcast on Teen Titans.Static Shock is available for purchase on Prime Video.

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover the latest drop of Love is Blind S9 episodes. They go through each of the couples and who they think has the best shot to make it to the altar. They also give their predictions for what blow ups they think will happen prior to the finale.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we assume our secret identities and meet with Pop Break TV Editor Avani Goswami to take on a classified mission that will protect world peace. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Amanda's recommendations of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes and Betrothed to My Sister's Ex; Josh's recommendations of The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, My Dress Up Darling, and Perfect Blue; and Avani's animated series recommendations of The Owl House, Over the Garden Wall, and Knights of Guinevere. Avani also shares her tradition of rewatching Death Note during spooky season.  Amanda's recommendations and My Dress Up Darling are found on Crunchyroll, Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity and Death Note are found on Netflix, Knights of Guinevere on Glitch/YouTube, Perfect Blue on YouTube, Amazon Prime and Apple TV, Over the Garden Wall on Amazon Prime, and The Owl House on Disney +. In Anime News, they discuss the continued success of Demon Slayer, the future of the franchise, and what this means for anime becoming more mainstream.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the premiere episodes of Spy x Family Season 3 and the final season of My Hero Academia. They talk about their histories with each anime, thoughts on whether these premieres were successful, how My Hero Academia could have generated more buzz entering its final season, and more.

In this episode of Blerd Watchers, hosts Marshall and Courtney cover the latest in entertainment news and rumors, including trailers and reviews. They discuss updates on shows like 'Four Seasons' and 'Kill Bill' re-release, explore new season trailers for favorites like 'The Mighty Nine' and 'The Mandalorian Grogu', and delve into ongoing series 'Gachiakuta' and 'Gen V'. Additional highlights include personal anecdotes and reflections on recent viewing experiences. Tune in to stay updated on what's hot and what's next in the Blerdy Multiverse.00:00 Welcome Back to Blerd Watchers02:40 Entertainment News and Rumors03:34 Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair06:18 The Morning Show and Nicole Bahari's New Role08:28 X-Men 97 and Daredevil Updates16:02 Snap Trailer Reactions (The Mighty Nein,)26:09 Star Wars: Visions S3 Trailer27:54 The Mandolorian and Grogu in Theaters30:20 Avatar and Other Trailers31:10 Nobody Wants This S2 Trailer31:51 Gachiakuta on Crunchyroll38:03 Gen V Season 2: New Developments and Theories45:48 Final Thoughts and Sign Off

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover the first 6 episodes of Love is Blind Season 9. As always they give their predictions for which couples will make it to the altar and who will say "Yes." They wrap up with a quick discussion of the news that Netflix cancelled The Ultimatum: Queer Love after 2 seasons.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Hulu's Alien: Earth, Netflix's The Great British Baking Show, Roku's Celebrity Halloween Baking Special, and HBO Max's Peacemaker Season 2.Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news that Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale. They discuss all the potential bidders and consider the wider industry implications of a potential sale. Streaming Wars– Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh went with crunchyroll on the back of an exciting fall anime slate plus their upcoming theatrical release of Chainsawman and their worldwide box office champ Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle. Meanwhile, Bill showed some love to Peacock now that the NFL is back in season and it has also successfully launched a Love Island spinoff and renewed The Paper for a second season. Finally, Alex gave it to Netflix on the back of a successful fall film festival season, the debut of the second half of Wednesday S2, and Stranger Things hype reaching critical mass.New Series Spotlight – This month we are shining the spotlight on Netflix's new historical drama The House of Guinness. This series comes from Peaky Blinders' creator Steven Knight and stars Anthony Boyle, Louis Partridge, Emily Fairn, & Fionn O'Shea as the newly orphaned heirs of the Guinness family brewery dynasty. The series is set in 19th Century Ireland amid social unrest following the death of brewery mogul Sir Benjamin Guinness.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.The DCU continues to roll on, as the bat crew turns to TV this month to discuss the return of PEACEMAKER for Season 2!  This is a unique one, as the show still had ties to the old DCEU, or does it???  Yes, we discuss all that, as we break down all first six episodes of this phenomenal show.  FULL SPOILERS!Daniel and Kris are joined by first time guest, Bill George, host of the Should I Go See It Podcast.  They discuss that first episode recap, obviously the new dance sequence, favorite moments, praise John Cena's performance, and where the show goes from here with two episodes left at the time of recording.The crew also go on plenty of tangents, discussing all things James Gunn and the DCU, and the momentum this universe has right now as a whole.If you're a fan of this show and need more hype going into the last two episodes, this is the perfect conversation!

Welcome to “Not Couple Goals” where co-hosts Allie Nelson and Tyler McCarthy do a deep dive into a different ridiculous romantic thriller from the vantage point of their long-term relationship.Allie, a TV writer/producer and actress, has an affinity for romantic thrillers, the more salacious the better. Tyler, an entertainment reporter and critic, often finds himself drawn in despite his better judgment. Join them as they explore all the ways it's possible to love too hard… like WAY too hard.In this episode, Allie and Tyler discuss the heavily filtered 2009 thriller “A Perfect Getaway” with Steve Zahn? Join them as they discuss early Timothy Olyphant, how they would survive in the woods and a twist so stupid it made Tyler noticeably angry at the top and Allie laugh for her expert trolling skills. Will they ever recover or get lost in the weeds of this bonkers movie? Listen and find out. Special thanks to Mallory Johns for the introduction music.Please don't forget to follow our hosts on Twitter @ANelRetentive & @TylerMcCarthy and Instagram @ANelRetentive and to check out Tyler's writing at USA Insider and Allie's at Parade and Business Insider!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!Michelle and DJ have returned. After a long (and unexplained) hiatus the couple returns to give updates on all the latest Bachelor Nation news as well as preview Love is Blind Season 9. They give their thoughts on Bachelor in Paradise, as well as what they think of the latest Bachelorette, Taylor Frankie Paul. They end with a brief preview of Love is Blind Season 9.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Hello and welcome to Bill vs the MCU! Each month your hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Pop Break Podcasting Director Alex Marcus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are taking another step into the wider Marvel Multiverse as the MCU dives deeper into their Multiverse Saga.Bill & Alex spent all of 2022 rewatching the first four phases of the MCU, and, in the years since, they have covered all of Netflix's The Defenders Saga, the first four seasons of ABC's Agents of SHIELD, all 14 films in Fox's X-Verse, and a collection of Marvel Films from the 2000s.Welcome to Season 7 of Bill vs MCU, Marvel's Animated Adventure! During the next few months, Alex and Bill will be catching up on all the major animated series Marvel has put out over the last four years. This includes two shows that Hulu's MODOK and Hit-Monkey as well as Marvel Animated Studio's productions such as What If…?, I Am Groot, Eyes of Wakanda, Marvel's Zombies, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man! If you are looking for coverage of X-Men ‘97, please check out Alex's weekly coverage of the series from the spring of 2024, including the episode where he assigned Taylor Swift songs to all the lovelorn X-Men Characters.This month, Alex and Bill kick things off by breaking down the short-lived Hulu Offenders-Verse plans before reviewing MODOK Season 1 and Hit-Monkey Season 1 and Season 2. In their opening act, Bill and Alex dive into all the latest production news surrounding Avengers: Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, as well as brief updates on Daredevil: Born Again and VisionQuest!Come back next month as they count down their top ten What If…? episodes with some special guests. What a refresher on the series? Check out all three seasons, now streaming on Disney Plus!

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath! The hosts of Every Pod You Cast return to discuss all things Sabbath: Justin Mancini of TheCineMaverick.com & Cinema Joes, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of Media/Lit will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In the twelfth official episode of the season, Chris, Justin, Randy, and music journalist/author Daniel Bukszpan discuss the final Sabbath album and the band's reunion with Ozzy Osbourne. They dig into what constitutes “raw” production values, elucidate an extended metaphor about the “Black Sabbath piñata,” and propose a counterpoint to Iron Man with “Zinc Man.” And of course, they recommend other artists they've been enjoying for your listening pleasure.  Host Picks: We Know That It Is Good (A Song We Think Is Underrated or Just Really Like)Chris – God Is Dead?Daniel – Methademic (bonus track)Justin – Age of ReasonRandy – Damaged Soul Nobody Wants Him (A Song We Don't Like So Much)Chris – Live ForeverDaniel – N/AJustin – Live Forever (chorus)Randy – Loner Words That Glow (A Favorite Lyric)Chris – Dear FatherDaniel – Dear Father/MethademicJustin – Dear FatherRandy – Zeitgeist Occupy My Brain (A Favorite Musical Moment)Chris – Age of ReasonDaniel – Age of ReasonJustin – ZeitgeistRandy – End of the Beginning Other Artists We've Been Listening To:Chris – MastodonDaniel – Iron MaidenJustin – ObituaryRandy – Natalie Bergman

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is a family sitcom created by Andy and Susan Borowitz. It premiered on September 10, 1990 on NBC. The show ran for six seasons and a total of 148 episodes. The series ended on May 20, 1996.The show follows a fictionalized version of Will Smith as he moves from Philadelphia to Bel-Air to live with his Aunt Vivian (Janet Hubert, Daphne Maxwell Reid) and Uncle Phil (James Avery). Will's hip hop attitude clashes with their upper-class lifestyle. Living with them are Will's cousins Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro), Ashley (Tatyana M. Ali), and Hilary (Karyn Parsons), as well as their butler Geoffrey (Joseph Marcell). Later, Will's cousin Nicky (Ross Bagley) is born.Other characters include Will's mom Vy (Vernee Watson), his friend Jazz (DJ Jazzy Jeff),his ex-girlfriend Jackie (Tyra Banks), and his fiancé Lisa (Nia Long).The show is a mainstay in syndication and spawned a dramatic reimagining on Peacock called Bel-Air.Aaron and Josh talk about their experience with the show, its pilot, the characters, and its humor. They also discuss the reunion special and Will Smith's career after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is streaming on Hulu.

In this episode of Blerd Watchers, hosts Marshall and Courtney return with a packed agenda. They kick things off with updates and trailers in the entertainment world, including reactions to Marvel Zombies, Alice in Borderland Season 3, and more. The duo dives into ongoing series Kaiju No. 8 and Gachiakuta, analyzing character arcs and animations. They also review Sandman Season 2, highlighting its complex mythological elements, and explore the dynamic storytelling of Eyes of Wakanda. The show wraps up with a heartfelt discussion on the life examinations presented in Netflix's The Four Seasons. Also, the hosts promote a special fundraiser in collaboration with St. Jude Children's Hospital.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:20 Entertainment Highlights and Updates03:45 K-Pop Demon Hunters Review05:31 News and Rumors Lightning Round16:00 Snap Trailer Reactions: Marvel Zombies35:34 Blue Eye Samurai S2 Speculations36:23 Fallout S2 Trailer Reaction39:15 Kaiju No. 8 Episode Breakdown49:21 Gachiakuta: New Anime Spotlight01:09:35 Sandman S2 Review01:34:33 Eyes of Wakanda Review01:42:22 The Four Seasons Review01:59:49 Final Thoughts and Fundraiser

Welcome to “Not Couple Goals” where co-hosts Allie Nelson and Tyler McCarthy do a deep dive into a different ridiculous romantic thriller from the vantage point of their long-term relationship.Allie, a TV writer/producer and actress, has an affinity for romantic thrillers, the more salacious the better. Tyler, an entertainment reporter and critic, often finds himself drawn in despite his better judgment. Join them as they explore all the ways it's possible to love too hard… like WAY too hard.In this episode, Allie and Tyler dive into the extremely popular 2017 Netflix original movie that you've definitely heard of, “You Get Me” starring Bella Thorne, Taylor John Smith and Halston Sage. Join them as they instruct high school boys how to not crash out at learning their girlfriend lived a life before meeting them, stumble through the career of Thorne up to this point and, of course, make reference to the Scream TV series. What happens when Swimfan meets Fatal Attraction in a glass of melted ice? Nothing good!Special thanks to Mallory Johns for the introduction music.Please don't forget to follow our hosts on Twitter @ANelRetentive & @TylerMcCarthy and Instagram @ANelRetentive and to check out Tyler's writing at USA Insider and Allie's at Parade and Business Insider!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we test the results of our Pop Break Hashira training arc with The New Jersey Hashira Bill Bodkin, the Editor-In-Chief of The Pop Break, and The Podcast Hashira Alex Marcus, Podcast Director and wrangler of all the podcast cats on our network.Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Amanda's recommendation of To Be Hero X, Bill's recommendation of My Hero Academia, Alex's anime adjacent recommendation Hit Monkey, and Josh's recommendation of Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill.  All recommendations, except for Hit Monkey, can be found on Crunchyroll. Hit Monkey, Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia are available on Hulu/Disney+ and Netflix subscribers can also stream Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia.In Anime News, they discuss the official trailer for Spy x Family Season 3 and whether the Grogu of the Anime World still has her magic in a very competitive anime space.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the highly anticipated Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Arc movie, Part 1 including their history with the series, their overall thoughts on the story, pacing, action, and whether we really will have to wait two more years for Part 2.Stay tuned next month as we review the third seasons of Spy x Family and One Punch Man.

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Hulu's Alien: Earth and Demon Slayer Season 2 through Season 5, HBO Max's Peacemaker Season 2, and ParkerGetAJob on YouTube & TikTok.Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news that Comcast has struck a deal with Amazon to allow Peacock to be sold as an add on channel to Prime Video, furthering Amazon's goal to become the default access point for digital streaming, with users treating their Prime Video launch screen as their TV's home page, where all their services can be easily accessed in one place and with most of them subscribed as channels inside their ecosystem. New Series Spotlight – This month they are shining the spotlight on Netflix's new Adult Animated Series Long Story Short. This series comes from BoJack Horseman creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg and stars Ben Feldman, Angelique Cabral, Abbi Jacobson, Nicole Byer, Max Greenfield, Lisa Edelstein, and Paul Reiser, and is described by IMDb.com as “A dysfunctional family's shared history, inside jokes, and old wounds are explored in this adult animated comedy spanning multiple years.”Program of the Year (2025 Emmys Edition) – Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected the eight series they would nominate for Program of the Year, based on all the series nominated at this year's Emmys. After discussing what went into their nominations they announced their winners with Bill giving the honors to Disney Plus' Andor, Josh handing it to AppleTV Plus's Severance, and Alex crowning Netflix's Adolescence as his top show.

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath! The hosts of Every Pod You Cast return to discuss all things Sabbath: Justin Mancini of TheCineMaverick.com & Cinema Joes, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of Media/Lit will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In the eleventh official episode of the season, Chris, Justin, and Randy discuss the last Sabbath album with Ronnie James Dio. They debate the cheese factor in Dio's vocals and lyrics, express disappointment over the lack of a connection between one song and a Mark Twain work, and reveal the song that reminds them of a certain character on Peaky Blinders. And of course, they recommend other artists they've been enjoying for your listening pleasure.  Host Picks: We Know That It Is Good (A Song We Think Is Underrated or Just Really Like)Chris – Too LateJustin – TV CrimesRandy – Buried Alive Nobody Wants Him (A Song We Don't Like So Much)Chris – Letters from EarthJustin – Letters from EarthRandy – Letters from Earth Words That Glow (A Favorite Lyric)Chris – IJustin – Too LateRandy – Computer God Occupy My Brain (A Favorite Musical Moment)Chris – After All (The Dead)Justin – IRandy – Sins of the Father Other Artists We've Been Listening To:Chris – AudioslaveJustin – MarillionRandy – Fiona Apple

Hello and welcome to Bill vs the MCU! Each month your hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Pop Break Podcasting Director Alex Marcus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are taking another step into the wider Marvel Multiverse as the MCU dives deeper into their Multiverse Saga.Bill & Alex spent all of 2022 rewatching the first four phases of the MCU, and, in the years since, they have covered all of Netflix's The Defenders Saga, the first four seasons of ABC's Agents of SHIELD, and all 14 films in Fox's X-Verse.For the last six months they have been in their Marvel Zombie Era, where they put the spotlight on some iconic Marvel superheroes before the MCU had the chance to reinvent them, as the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps gradually approached. Now, they finally get into all the highs and lows of the latest entry in the Multiverse Saga. Who had a worse day, The Invisible Woman or The Silver Surfer? What happened to Ben Grimm's arc? Does Pedro work as Reed Richards? And what did they make of the magic CG baby? All that and more will be revealed!In their opening act, Bill and Alex dive into all the latest production news surrounding Avengers: Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. They also unveil their plans for their new season!Come back next month as they kick off their season, Marvel's Animated Adventures, with a discussion of M.O.D.O.K. and Hitmonkey Season 1 & 2, available on Hulu and Disney Plus!

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.The World's Finest theme continues with our biggest Superman episode yet; the Definitive Superman Draft!  That's right, we're going back to the Draft room!  Much like our Definitive Batman Draft we did last year, we'll be scouring everything related to the Man of Steel, leaving no Kryptonian stone unturned.  Best Movie.  Best Series.  Best Clark Kent.  Best Lois Lane.  Best Villain.  And much more!The Draft room is PACKED, as seven other drafters join Daniel and Kris, making nine teams total!  Joining the Bat Cave, or the Fortress rather, is Alex Marcus, the Director of Podcasting at the Pop Break, and the architect of this draft.  Aside from Alex, we have a plethora of return guests, some of which were on previous Superman themed episodes earlier this year!  We went big for this one, as competing in this draft is none other than Editor-in-Chief of the Pop Break, Bill Bodkin, as well as his co-host of the Socially Distanced Podcast, Amanda Rivas!  Also making his return is Josh Sarnecky, co-host with Amanda on the Anime x Pop Podcast.  Also, he was on our Joker Rankings episode last year, Branden Vice returns, as well as Daniel's Draft nemesis, and Kris's co-host from Media/Lit, and co-host of the Pod of Doom Podcast on the Pop Break, Randy Allain!Also making his debut to the Podcast, the host of the Underrated and Midnight Film Society Podcasts, Derick McDuff!If you still got Superman on the brain, (and why wouldn't you), this is the perfect episode.

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week Michelle and DJ do a mid-season check-in for Bachelor in Paradise. They give their thoughts on the new format and what changes they think should be moved over to Bachelor. They wrap up with some thoughts on how Bachelor in Paradise compares to some other reality TV shows they cover and how other shows can learn from Paradise.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!This month, Josh and Amanda celebrate the 20th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender with a thrilling draft episode of their favorite characters from the original series and its sequel series Avatar: The Legend of Korra. Special guests, including Branden Vice, Aaron Sarnecky, Mellie Merida, Avani Goswami, and Alex Marcus, assemble their ultimate Team Avatar from a roster of beloved characters. Listen in as they debate, strategize, and share laughs while drafting iconic benders, non-benders, and animal companions. Who will create the most balanced team to bring harmony to the Avatar world? Tune in to find out!

Aaron and Josh Sarnecky are here to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Dora the Explorer.Dora the Explorer is an animated children's show created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh Valdes, and Eric Weiner. The series premiered on August 14, 2000 on Nickelodeon's Nick Jr. block. The series ran for 177 episodes. The show officially ended in 2019, after a multi-year hiatus.The series centers on a 7-year-old Latina girl named Dora (Kathleen Herles, Caitlin Sanchez, Fátima Ptacek) and her talking monkey friend Boots (Harrison Chad, Regan Mizrahi, Koda Gursoy). Dora and Boots travel wide and far, teaching viewers Spanish along the way. The duo is regularly confronted by Swiper (Marc Weiner), a mischievous fox that tries to hide their items.Dora the Explorer has grown into a multimedia franchise with shows, movies, and games. In other countries, Dora is often dubbed to teach viewers English. Dora, the latest show, is streaming on Paramount+. The explorer hit the big screen in the live action Dora and the Lost City of Gold. Aaron and Josh touch briefly upon the 1999 Dora the Explorer pilot before going into the series proper. They talk about the show's educational value, its animation, and its legacy. They also discuss the new Paramount+ show.For more Nick Jr., you can listen to Aaron and Josh's podcast on Gullah Gullah Island.Dora the Explorer is streaming on Paramount+

Welcome to Blerd Watchers! ThePopBreak.com's monthly podcast about TV shows with a Blerdy twist! Come hang out with Courtney & Marshall, two married Blerds, as they navigate all the dopeness on TV and share insights and opinions on the monthly show topics!In this episode, Courtney and Marshall return for a jam-packed episode as summer winds down, bringing you their signature blend of humor, pop culture insights, and candid conversation. This month, they dive into a charcuterie board of Snap trailer reactions, and, for the first time ever, create a Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) tier list. Along the way, expect tangents on everything from classic TV shows to the evolution of superhero movies, plus plenty of laughs and honest takes. Whether you're a die-hard Marvel fan or just love great banter, this episode has something for everyone.Time-Coded Chapters:(04:24) – Snap Trailer Reactions: Terminal List: Dark Wolf(13:20) – Snap Trailer Reactions: Spartacus House of Asher(24:00) – Snap Trailer Reactions: Love Brooklyn(27:00) – Nicole Beharie Appreciation & Industry Talk(31:00) – Snap Trailer Reactions: Highest to Lowest (Spike Lee Joint)41:00 – MCU Tier List Introduction43:30 – Breaking Down the MCU: Secret Invasion, Thor, Ant-Man, and More1:00:00 – MCU TV Shows: Moon Knight, She-Hulk, Falcon & Winter Soldier1:15:00 – Marvel Movies: Eternals, Captain Marvel, Black Panther, and More1:30:00 – Spider-Man, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avengers Rankings1:45:00 – S-Tier Debates: Iron Man, WandaVision, X-Men 97, and More1:55:00 – Final Thoughts, Podcast Wrap-Up, and Listener ShoutoutsFollow Courtney on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Marshall on⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ now available!Make sure to check out their other podcast,⁠⁠⁠⁠ Blerd Life with My Wife⁠⁠⁠⁠ on your favorite podcasting app and on⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠Blerd Life with My Wife Archives!⁠⁠⁠⁠And head on over to their⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠ for extra content.

Welcome to “Not Couple Goals” where co-hosts Allie Nelson and Tyler McCarthy do a deep dive into a different ridiculous romantic thriller from the vantage point of their long-term relationship.Allie, a TV writer/producer and actress, has an affinity for romantic thrillers, the more salacious the better. Tyler, an entertainment reporter and critic, often finds himself drawn in despite his better judgment. Join them as they explore all the ways it's possible to love too hard… like WAY too hard.In this episode, Allie and Tyler discuss the oddly tonally shifting 1989 movie “War of the Roses,” starring their sarcastic favorite, Michael Douglass, and their actual favorite, Kathleen Turner - Danny DeVito is there too. Join them as they track the end of this marriage, unpack why anyone would be attracted to yet another Michael Douglass character and get on a weird tangent about HPV and “The Simpsons.” Special thanks to Mallory Johns for the introduction music.Please don't forget to follow our hosts on Twitter @ANelRetentive & @TylerMcCarthy and Instagram @ANelRetentive and to check out Tyler's writing at USA Insider and Allie's at Parade and Business Insider!

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath. The hosts of Every Pod You Cast return to discuss all things Sabbath: Justin Mancini of TheCineMaverick.com & Cinema Joes, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of Media/Lit will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In this special episode, Chris, Justin, and Randy pay tribute to His Ozzness himself, John Michael Osbourne. They talk about what Ozzy has meant to them, their thoughts on his solo career, and what made him such a bright star in the firmament of heavy metal.

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:Newsbreak – This month, they discuss all the latest news swirling around Paramount as SkyDance's merger goes into effect, including looming layoffs, strategic streaming pivots, Colbert's firing, South Park's revolt, and more.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh pick a streamer they think “won the month” based on new shows airing/upcoming shows announced etc. This month, everyone backed a different streamer, with Josh giving props to AppleTV Plus for its Emmy Nomination successes, including big support for Severance and The Studio, F1's box office success, and the news that The Holiday is being rebooted for the service.Meanwhile, Bill handed his crown over to Netflix, thanks to the continued cultural dominance of KPop Demon Hunters, Stranger Things, and Happy Gilmore 2, and Alex celebrates the triumphant return of HBO Max.Anime Takeover – This month instead of highlighting current TV, the guys take a look back at a few anime series that hold a special place in each of their hearts. Episodes discussed include Digimon S1E39 “The Battle for Earth”, My Hero Academia S1E13 “In Each of Our Hearts”, and Demon Slayer S1E19 “Hinokami”. The episode ends with a more robust look back at Demon Slayer Season 1.

Pop Break is proud to present “It's a Pod World” a brand new podcast in our Create-a-Pod series, which focuses on the creatives and creators within various realms of pop culture and their fandom.“It's a Pod World” will be focused on all things Disney from July through December. Join hosts Bill Bodkin (Socially Distanced, Bill vs. the MCU) and Michelle Chapman (Roses & Rejections) as they talk to their guests about their Disney centric endeavors, their thoughts on Disney news, and of course, their favorite things within the wonderful world of Disney.And snacks. We'll be talking a lot about snacks.Speaking of snacks, AJ Wolfe of Disney Food Blog is our very first guest. AJ runs both Disney Food Blog and AllEars.net and on August 5 she will be releasing her first book -- Disney Adults: Exploring (And Falling in Love with) a Magic Subculture. This Simon & Schuster release focuses on the Disney adult phenomenon. In the episode Bill & Michelle talk to AJ about the inspiration for writing the book, revelations she made about Disney adults, Disney's use of nostalgia and her own history with Disney and how changed her life forever. And don't worry, we ask her about snacks.

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath! The hosts of Every Pod You Cast return to discuss all things Sabbath: Justin Mancini of TheCineMaverick.com & Cinema Joes, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of Media/Lit will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In the tenth official episode of the season, Chris, Justin, Randy, and special guest Eric Morgan (professional musician and bass guitarist) discuss the second Sabbath album with Ronnie James Dio. They talk about how “metal” Gandalf fighting a balrog is, imagine Dio creating multiple versions of himself á la Ash in Army of Darkness, and appreciate having an actual musician explain what makes Sabbath great. And of course, they recommend other artists they've been enjoying for your listening pleasure. Eric's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ericjmorgan Host Picks: We Know That It Is Good (A Song We Think Is Underrated or Just Really Like)Chris – The Sign of the Southern CrossEric – The Mob RulesJustin – Falling Off the Edge of the WorldRandy – Over and Over Nobody Wants Him (A Song We Don't Like So Much)Chris – Country GirlEric – Slipping Away (doesn't fit as well)Justin – Country GirlRandy – Voodoo (lyrically) Words That Glow (A Favorite Lyric)Chris – Falling Off the Edge of the WorldEric – Falling Off the Edge of the WorldJustin – Turn Up the NightRandy – The Sign of the Southern Cross Occupy My Brain (A Favorite Musical Moment)Chris – VoodooEric – The Sign of the Southern CrossJustin – The Sign of the Southern CrossRandy – Slipping Away Other Artists We've Been Listening To:Chris – GojiraEric – Miles Davis/Charles MingusJustin – Patriarchs in BlackRandy – The Boy Least Likely To

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are catching up on some streaming favorites while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week, Michelle and DJ discuss Season 2 of The Ultimatum: Queer Love. They discuss which couples were fun to follow vs. the ones that didn't seem like they wanted to be there. They give predictions for who will and won't stay together now that we have the engaged couples, and where the show goes from here, now that we've had 4 total seasons of Ultimatum type shows.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

To All Who Come to this podcast… Welcome.Pop Break is proud to present "It's a Pod World" a brand new podcast in our Create-a-Pod series, which focuses on the creatives and creators within various realms of pop culture and their fandom."It's a Pod World" will be focused on all things Disney from July through December. Join hosts Bill Bodkin (Socially Distanced, Bill vs. the MCU) and Michelle Chapman (Roses & Rejections) as they talk to their guests about their Disney centric endeavors, their thoughts on Disney news, and of course, their favorite things within the wonderful world of Disney. And snacks. We'll be talking a lot about snacks.In this preview episode Michelle and Bill discuss the focus of the series and then discuss about some relevant Disney news including: the closure of Tom Sawyer Island and Muppet Vision 3D, the Muppets taking over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, Villains World, what they love about Halloween and Christmas Disney, and their favorite underrated snacks.

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we revisit aliens, ghosts, turbo grannies, and more with the always chaotic Elder Emo and friend of the pod, newly retired pro wrestler Branden Vice, and the debuting Melly Merida, fresh off writing her review of the first three episodes of this month's featured anime. Josh may have been thrown into chaos fairly early in this episode, but you will have to listen to find out why. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Melly's pick of The Summer Hikaru Died, Branden's pick of The Beginning After the End, Josh's picks of With You In the Rain and My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, and Amanda's pick of Secrets of the Silent Witch. The Summer Hikaru Died can be found on Netflix and all other recommendations on Crunchyroll. In Anime News, they discuss Netflix's Anime Expo announcement that 50% of global viewers now watch anime while revealing their latest project slate. They also briefly discuss the latest Netflix phenomenon K-Pop Demon Hunters and the impact of anime adjacent and animated content on this statistic.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the first two episodes of Dandadan Season 2 including why Dandadan resonates with so many people, theatrical versus streaming experience, what worked and what did not, and so much more. Stay tuned next month as we hold our highly anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender draft!

Hello and welcome to Bill vs the MCU! Each month your hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Pop Break Podcasting Director Alex Marcus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are taking another step into the wider Marvel Multiverse as the MCU dives deeper into their Multiverse Saga.Bill & Alex spent all of 2022 rewatching the first four phases of the MCU, and, in the years since, they have covered all of Netflix's The Defenders Saga, the first four seasons of ABC's Agents of SHIELD, and all 14 films in Fox's X-Verse.Now they are diving into their Marvel Zombies Era, where they run down some of Marvel Entertainment's most notable and notorious films featuring characters the MCU would later reclaim! This month's episode is being released on the same day of The Fantastic Four: First Steps premiere, but, before Bill and Alex can kick off Phase 6 with stretch daddy and the fam, they must first close out Phase 5, with in depth reviews of Daredevil: Born Again Season 1, Thunderbolts* (*The New Avengers), and Ironheart! Stay through to the end to hear their thoughts on how Phase 5 stacked up compared to previous phases and hear their complete rankings of all six films and six seasons of television which made up the phase.Come back next month as they conclude their Marvel Zombies season and kick off MCU Phase 6 with their review of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, in theaters now!

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.The new Superman movie has finally arrived, and it's no doubt the talk of not only the superhero genre right now, but the film world in general.  Alex Marcus, the Director of Podcasting at the Pop Break, joins the Bat Crew once again, along with his former Cinema Joes co-hosts and return guests Justin Mancini and Noah Franc.Can't get enough of this movie?  You're in the right place.  We break it all down: The performances.  The Justice Gang.  And Krypto (obviously).This is a great discussion on the latest iteration of Superman, check it out! 

Aaron and Josh Sarnecky are here to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws.Jaws is a thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the bestselling novel by Peter Benchley. Benchley co-wrote the screenplay with Carl Gottlieb. It opened in theaters on June 20, 1975.The movie follows a series of shark attacks on Amity Island. Mayor Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) insists the beach stays open because Amity Island depends on the tourism. Police Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) must kill the shark with help of oceanographer Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and shark hunter Quint (Robert Shaw).Touted as the original summer blockbuster, Jaws was the highest grossing film in history until the release of Star Wars. It was the first film to gross $100 million at the U.S. box office. While Jaws had a notably wide release and a large marketing campaign, most cinemas in the U.S. had only one screen at the time. The film won Oscars for John Williams' iconic score, Best Sound, and Best Film Editing. It was nominated for Best Picture but not Best Director. The movie spawned three sequels.Aaron and Josh talk about their history with Jaws before going into the plot, characters, score, and effects. They also discuss the movie's legacy and its upcoming re-release in 4DX.For more Spielberg, you can listen to Aaron and Josh's podcasts on Saving Private Ryan and Catch Me If You Can.Jaws is streaming on Peacock.

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!Michelle and DJ are joined by Kiley to talk about the Love Island USA Season 7 finale. They discuss what they think of the winners and how they got there. They give their thoughts on the season and what they think can be done to improve next season. Finally, they discuss what's coming up next in the reality show universe now that Love Island has wrapped up.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to Blerd Watchers! ThePopBreak.com's monthly podcast about TV shows with a Blerdy twist! Come hang out with Courtney & Marshall, two married Blerds, as they navigate all the dopeness on TV and share insights and opinions on the monthly show topics!In this episode,, Marshall and Courtney delve into their recent binge-watching sessions and share their thoughts on various shows and movies. They start a new trailer reaction for Alice in Borderland Season 3. The duo also talks about their experience with watching What We Do in the Shadows and celebrates the completion of Shorsey Seasons 3 and 4. They provide an in-depth review of Ironheart on Disney Plus, highlighting character developments and plot points. Finally, they end on an exciting note with a detailed spoiler review of the new Superman movie from James Gunn, discussing its characters, themes, and overall impact. Tune in for a fun-filled summer episode packed with reviews and opinions on the latest in entertainment.(00:00) Introduction and Welcome Back(03:58) Trailer Reaction: Alice in Borderland Season 3(09:50) Impressions of 'What We Do in the Shadows'(14:37) Commercial Break(17:00) Review of Shorsey Seasons 3 and 4(35:00) Discussion on Ironheart(48:36) Riri's Encounter with [MAJOR SPOILER](01:13:56) Big Mouth Season 801:21:40 Superman (2025) Movie Review01:54:22 Supergirl Teaser and Future Hopes02:01:18 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpFollow Courtney on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Marshall on⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ now available!Make sure to check out their other podcast,⁠⁠⁠⁠ Blerd Life with My Wife⁠⁠⁠⁠ on your favorite podcasting app and on⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠Blerd Life with My Wife Archives!⁠⁠⁠⁠And head on over to their⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon page⁠⁠⁠⁠ for extra content.

Welcome to “Not Couple Goals” where co-hosts Allie Nelson and Tyler McCarthy do a deep dive into a different ridiculous romantic thriller from the vantage point of their long-term relationship.Allie, a TV writer/producer and actress, has an affinity for romantic thrillers, the more salacious the better. Tyler, an entertainment reporter and critic, often finds himself drawn in despite his better judgment. Join them as they explore all the ways it's possible to love too hard… like WAY too hard.In this episode, Allie and Tyler completely forgot they did “X” and “Pearl” and routinely call “Another Simple Favor” the first sequel they've ever done on the podcast (whoops!) Join them as they rehash their thoughts on “A Simple Favor” and dive deep into all the murder, hidden sibling and Italian wedding outfits this Paul Feig sequel has to offer. Did they find it a worthy successor to the first film? Listen and find out. Also, stay tuned after the episode for a bonus audio blooper. Special thanks to Mallory Johns for the introduction music.Please don't forget to follow our hosts on Twitter @ANelRetentive & @TylerMcCarthy and Instagram @ANelRetentive and to check out Tyler's writing at USA Insider and Allie's at Parade and Business Insider!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week Michelle, DJ and Kiley break down Week 5 of Love Island USA. They start with the fallout of Cierra's departure from the show and what this means for the Love Island USA production moving forward. They make their predictions for the final 3 episodes and who they think should win. They wrap up with a brief discussion of the premiere of the latest season of Bachelor in Paradise.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Hulu's The Bear, Disney Plus's Ironheart, and crunchyroll's Demon Slayer, andAMC's Nautilus.Newsbreak – This month, they discuss shocking news that the mind behind The Last of Us, Neil Druckmann, will be leaving the HBO series to focus on a new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, which is currently in development. The guys also review the backlash around the divisive second season of the series and wonder how much that controversy informed Neil's decision.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh pick a streamer they think “won the month” based on new shows airing/upcoming shows announced etc. This month, everyone backed a different streamer, with Josh giving props to Netflix on the back of its breakthrough Korean content Squid Game and KPop Demon Hunters, as well as strong returning numbers for Ginny & Georgia and Quarterback.Meanwhile, Bill gave some love to Peacock on the strength of viral hit Love Island USA, and Alex gave it to Apple TV Plus after their box office success with F1: The Movie and the recent news that Jennifer Aniston would be starring in and co-showrunning for an adaptation of the hit memoir I'm Glad My Mom Died.New Series Spotlight – This month we are shining the spotlight on Apple TV Plus's fire crime drama Smoke. This series stars Taron Egerton as a local arson investigator on the hunt for not one but two serial arsonists and Jurnee Smollett as a metro detective who is called in to assist his stagnant investigation. Safe Spall, Greg Kinnear, and John Leguizamo also star. The series was created by acclaimed crime novelist Dennis Lehane, based on the podcast Firebug, about arsonist John Leonard Orr, and is directed by The Falcon and The Winter Soldier director Kari Skogland.

This is Pod of Doom, a podcast dedicated to the British band Black Sabbath! The hosts of ⁠Every Pod You Cast⁠ return to discuss all things Sabbath: ⁠Justin Mancini⁠ of⁠ TheCineMaverick.com⁠ &⁠ Cinema Joes⁠, Chris Mancini, and Randy Allain of ⁠Media/Lit⁠ will be covering the Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio eras of the metal pioneers. In this special episode of the podcast, Chris, Justin, and Randy sit down with award-winning music journalist and author Gary Graff to discuss his recent book, 501 Essential Albums of the 80s. They cover rock and metal in the 1980s, the powerful pull of nostalgia, and of course, the legacy blazed by Black Sabbath.⁠Buy Gary's book here!⁠

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week things get spicy and Michelle and DJ discuss Casa Amor and the Villa reuniting. They discuss all the craziness with the Hearts on Fire Challenge, and what implications the Standing on Business Challenge will have for the Villa moving forward. They discuss who they think are favorites to win, and which couples they've had enough of.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Aaron and Josh Sarnecky are back for a bonus podcast this month to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pixar's Inside Out.Inside Out is an animated comedy film directed by Pete Docter and Ronnie Del Carmen. The directors co-wrote the original story and penned the script with Meg LaFauve and Josh Cooley. Michael Arndt and Simon Rich wrote additional story material while Amy Poehler and Bill Hader added dialogue. Inside Out opened in theaters on June 19, 2015.In the film, a pre-teen girl named Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) is struggling with her move from Minnesota to San Francisco. In the world of the movie, everyone's feelings are decided in a control room inside their head. Riley's emotions are Joy (Amy Poehler), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Anger (Lewis Black), Fear (Bill Hader) and Disgust (Mindy Kaling). Other characters include Riley's mom (Diane Lane) and dad (Kyle MacLachlan), as well as Riley's former imaginary friend, Bing Bong (Richard Kind).Inside Out opened to critical acclaim, winning Best Animated Film at the Oscars while also earning a nomination for Best Original Screenplay. In addition, the movie was a major box office success, making $859 million on an estimated $175 million budget. It was the seventh highest-grossing film of 2015.Inside Out has spawned a short film, a theatrical sequel, and a four-episode limited series on Disney+. For a brief period, Inside Out 2 was the highest-grossing animated film of all time (not adjusted for inflation). A third Inside Out is in the works.Josh and Aaron talk about their histories with Inside Out before going into the plot, characters, themes, and animation. They also discuss the movie's legacy and the state of Pixar today.For more Pixar, you can listen Josh and Aaron's podcast on the original Toy Story and read Tom Moore's review of Pixar's latest film, Elio.Inside Out is streaming on Disney+

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week, Kylie and Michelle dive into episodes 15–20 of Love Island USA, and it's a wild ride! Megan Thee Stallion drops by to flex her new swim line, two sizzling bombshells shake things up, and we witness the most stomach-turning challenge in reality dating TV history. Plus, Casa Amor is in full swing — the women? Absolute goddesses. The men? Well… bless their hearts, they're trying.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Hello and welcome to Bill vs the MCU! Each month your hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Pop Break Podcasting Director Alex Marcus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pop Break Editor in Chief Bill Bodkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are taking another step into the wider Marvel Multiverse as the MCU dives deeper into their Multiverse Saga.Bill & Alex spent all of 2022 rewatching the first four phases of the MCU, and, in the years since, they have covered all of Netflix's The Defenders Saga, the first four seasons of ABC's Agents of SHIELD, and all 14 films in Fox's X-Verse.Now they are diving into their Marvel Zombies Era, where they run down some of Marvel Entertainment's most notable and notorious films featuring characters the MCU would later reclaim! With one month to go until the big release, it is finally time to talk about the first family of Marvel themselves, The Fantastic Four. To do this, Alex and Bill will be breaking down both Tim Story directed Fantastic Four films from the mid 2000s, Fantastic Four and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, as well as Josh Trank's exploding on liftoff attempt at a reboot in 2015's Fantastic Four. They also discuss the recent news that Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars are shifting from May release dates to December.Come back next month for their installment of their MCU Phase 5 check in when they rewatch Daredevil: Born Again, Thunderbolts*, and Ironheart!

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.We're one month away from a new Superman film, and the first theatrical release of the new DC Universe.  Before a new Superman graces the screen though, it's time once and for all we honor what came before, and rank every single theatrically released Superman film!We continue our yearlong theme of World's Finest by going back all the way to 1978 with the iconic first Christopher Reeve Superman movie directed by Richard Donner, all the way to 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and everything in between.  In this monster episode, we rank seven Superman films, which include (in chronological order); Superman.  Superman II.  Superman III.  Superman IV: The Quest for Peace.  Superman Returns.  Man of Steel.  And Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.  With this being such a big episode, we had to bring in a massive panel of returning guests, starting of course with the podcasting director of the Pop Break, Alex Marcus.  Also joining us, it's Alex's cohost on the new It's Tom-plicated Podcast, and he was a guest on the epic Christopher Nolan movie rankings episode, Manish Mathur.Also making their returns, he was on our recent Batman Allies Draft episode, it's pop break contributor, Ben Murchison.  And cohost of the flagship podcast of the Pop Break, the Socially Distanced Podcast, and the Anime X Pop podcast, it's Amanda Rivas.These six temporary Kryptonians come together to break down everything you could possibly want analyzed in a Superman movie.  It is a true nostalgic history lesson of all these movies.  We cover it all; the good, the bad, and the Nuclear Man.For Superman fans, this is a perfect precursor to next month's Superman movie!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are taking a trip to Love Island USA while The Bachelor is on hiatus!This week, Michelle and DJ return with Kiley to recap week 2 of Love is Blind USA Season 7. After covering some Bachelor news, they go all over the Huda drama and what they think her chances are of pairing up with someone. They talk about their favorite islanders and if Arianna Maddox is up to the hosting gig."If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!