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 The Real Canon is a deep dive into the world of genre pop culture, providing backstory and context to what's at the forefront of nerd media. Jon Risinger and co-host Charles Pulliam-Moore together open the gates to everything trending in movies, tv & gaming, offering fresh perspectives on the stories that are defining the canon in real time.

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    • Jul 27, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 30 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from The Real Canon

    Netflix's He-Man Has a New Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 47:15


    With another week, comes another deep dive into the Real Canon. Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore discuss the Masters of the Universe and what the tale of He-Man has to offer.

    Loki's Finale Wasn't an Actual Ending

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 50:15


    Loki is finally... over? Well is it? In this week's Real Canon, Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore try to grasp the ending of Loki and what it really all meant. Come share your thoughts on what you expect will come from Marvel's Phase Four!

    Here Today: Tomorrow War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 49:12


    The Real Canon looks to the world of time travel to discuss what works and what flops. The Tomorrow War was an amalgamation of the genre, taking inspiration on many past films. Be sure to check out our other shows such as Off Topic live every Thursday and released on Friday!

    The Real Schwiftiness of Rick and Morty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 45:46


    Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore face their greatest challenge yet... diving into the lore of Rick and Morty. What logical proceedings can be unravled from the creation of Pickle Rick? What dastardly explanation can be given to it's ravenous fan base? Check it all out and more on this episode of the Real Canon. Go to http://babbel.com and use code CANON to get an extra 3 months of Babbel for free!

    Disney's Luca Doesn't Need To Be Gay to Be Queer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 44:55


    Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore are asking themselves the important questions about Pixar's Luca in this weeks episode. But of course, the two waste no time getting distracted a bit by the excitement of Transformers so let's dive into the Real Canon.

    The Real Spring Catch-Up Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 66:16


    There was way too much content this spring! Time for Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore to review last season's entertainment with everything from video games, to movies, and of course, comics!

    Will Loki break the MCU multiverse?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 52:38


    Even with a plethora of T.V. shows on the horizon, all eyes are on Disney's new Loki. Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore traverse the multiverse to discuss time travel, Netflix, and the future of the MCU.

    Attack The Block Has What Star Wars Wanted

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 56:28


    A long time ago in a galaxy not so far away, Attack the Block was filmed and the world discovered John Boyega. Let's break down his rise to Star Wars fame with Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore in this week's episode of the Real Canon. Go to http://codecademy.com and use promo code CANON to get 15% off Codecademy Pro!

    Can Army of the Dead Survive Itself?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 63:15


    Everyone has a zombie plan and Jon Risinger, along with Charles Pulliam-Moore, discuss their expertise of one of the most iconic horror tropes. The Real Canon shambles through the zombies of the past and speculate on the zombies of the future. Go to http://hellofresh.com/canon12 and use the code canon12 for 12 free meals including free shipping!

    Even Ethan can't ruin Resident Evil Village

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 56:17


    The latest installment of Resident Evil is a horror adventure that Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore can't get enough of.  Despite Ethan Winters being one of the most unlikable protagonists, the game has so much to offer so let's break down this werewolf hunting epic and the path it took to get here.

    Venom doesn't need Spider-Man?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 62:31


    Pop culture has had many different beefy heroes and villains so Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore decide to discuss some of their favorites such as He-Man but today's episode is focused on Spiderman's edgy counterpart, Venom. With the new movie on the horizon, let's talk about his origin, motives, and all those Symbiote counterparts! 

    Is The Bad Batch another Star Wars fix?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 63:19


    In this weeks episode of the Real Canon, Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore have pulled in Star Wars expert, Jacob Fullerton, to discuss Disney Plus' new show, The Bad Batch! Need more Clone Wars content? Then come watch the Real Canon crew discuss the lore of the Clone armies and much more. Go to http://hellofresh.com/canon12 and use code canon12 for 12 free meals including free shipping!

    Forget Pokémon Battles, Take Pokémon Pictures

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 54:33


    Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore are joined by special guest Ivan Maranan from Recreyo! The expansive world of Pokemon is here to stay with their newest edition of Pokemon Snap. The crew discuss the nostalgia of Pokemon and the difficulties of it's games.

    Introducing Tales from the Stinky Dragon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 2:05


    Subscribe to a D&D podcast from Rooster Teeth! Our brave adventurers have answered the call...to be interns for the super hero group, the Infinights! Little do they know that the Infinights are in danger and our hapless interns may be their only hope for salvation. Can the interns save the Infinights AND master a triple shot vanilla almond latte with extra foam? Find out in "Tales from the Stinky Dragon"! Subscribe now at https://link.chtbl.com/stinkydragon or wherever you find podcasts!

    How the Falcon and the Winter Soldier Failed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 59:20


    This week, Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore break down the finale of The Falcon and Winter Soldier. Let's break down what made it good, what the show failed on, and what you should expect to happen next.

    Invincible's Stronger Than Its Daddy Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 46:51


    The Real Canon dives deep into comic lore with Amazon's new hot series, Invincible! Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore explain what you should expect with Invincible as they compare and contrast the comic to the show and other superhero media.

    A Post-Covid Movie World

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 49:11


    Jon and Charles reach out to the audience for this week's episode of the Real Canon! Listen in as they answer questions involving future movie going experience, purchasing comic books, representation in media and much more!

    Mortal Kombat & the Curse of Video Game Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 46:19


    Video games have always had a tough time transitioning into movies but in this weeks episode of The Real Canon, Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore break down some of the most impactful video game movies and what makes them good or bad.

    Falcon & Winter Soldier Keeps Fumbling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 61:40


    The Real Canon is back with Jon Risinger, Charles Pulliam-Moore, and special guest, Blessing Adeoye! With Falcon & Winter Soldier kicking off, it's time to dive into the lore of Captain America and what to expect from this new Marvel series.

    The Surprise Inside the Snyder Cut

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 75:47


    The highly anticipated Snyder Cut for the Justice League is finally out! Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore spend this entire episode breaking down the good, bad, and surprises of D.C.'s four hour enterprise. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped and Honey! Got to http://manscaped.com and use code CANON to get 20% off and free shipping! Visit http://joinhoney.com/canon to get Honey for free.

    Justice League & the Death/Life of DCEU

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 63:21


    In this weeks episode of the Real Canon, Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore tackles issues involving Lola Bunny, Miss Piggy, and D.C. directors. Will the Snyder cut be the saving grace the Justice league needs? Be sure to check out our friends over on Good Morning from Hell here: https://link.chtbl.com/gmfh

    Breaking Down the WandaVision Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 51:32


    Join Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore as they breakdown the exciting conclusion to Disney's WandaVision! Download the audio podcast to keep up with the comic deep dive: https://link.chtbl.com/realcanon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp http://betterhelp.com/canon

    Pokemon Scalpers are The Real Team Rocket

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 43:06


    The world of Pokemon is under attack as scalpers dig into the trading card game. Join Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore for this weeks educational episode on the lore of Pokemon and the inner workings of it's popular card game.

    What You Missed in WandaVision

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 32:45


    Jon and Charles are bringing you the hottest takes on where WandaVision is going on this special episode. Come join in with the theory crafting that will lead up to the epic finale!

    Jim Henson didn't make The Muppets for you

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 48:09


    When it comes to Muppets, Jon Risinger is a self-proclaimed expert! Join him and Charles Pulliam-Moore as they discuss their puppet horoscopes, their favorite muppet movies, and recent Star Wars drama!

    Godzilla: King of the Franchise Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 46:53


    Here there be a podcast about monsters! Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore talk about mighty titans such as Godzilla, King Kong, Nintendo, and Disney. Who is ready to learn about the origins of our monster friends?

    Star Wars is Out of Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 48:22


    The vast empire of Star Wars is about to be unraveled with Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore in this weeks The Real Canon!

    In the Name of Hades & Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 41:12


    Want to learn more about Ragnarok and all it’s glory? Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore get in deep with the pantheon discussing Hades, God of War, and the mighty Thor!

    Nobody Puts WandaVision In a Bubble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 50:15


    Join us in nerd culture this week with Jon Risinger and Charles Pulliam-Moore as they discuss everything from Zack Synder's Justice League cut, Cyperpunk, and the hot new Marvel T.V. show, WandaVision!

    The Real Canon Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 1:15


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