The Square Round Table

Join us as we delve into the growing trend of live-action adaptations of beloved animated films. In this episode, we discuss the impacts, issues, and audience reception of Disney and DreamWorks' live-action remakes, such as 'Lilo & Stitch' and 'How to Train Your Dragon.' We share our perspectives on why some adaptations fail to capture the magic of the originals and debate the potential future of this trend. Tune in for in-depth discussions, a few rant moments, and thoughtful suggestions on how the industry could improve its approach to these beloved stories.

Join us as we dive into the 'Mount Rushmore of Black Superheroes.' In this engaging podcast episode, we discuss our top four picks for the greatest black superheroes of all time.. Whether you agree or have your top picks, mark your opinions in the comments. This episode celebrates representation and the impact of black superheroes in media, comics, and beyond!

Join us as they dive deep into the Star Wars 'Tale' series, discussing 'Tale of the Jedi', 'Tale of the Empire', and 'Tale of the Underworld'. We explore the tragic story of Count Dooku, Obi-Wan's wisdom, and Ahsoka's journey. We also touch on fan-favorite characters like Han Solo, Lando, and Yoda for future possible additions. Perfect for any Star Wars enthusiast looking to explore the deeper narratives and untold stories of the Star Wars universe.

Join us as they dive deep into the new Marvel movie, Thunderbolts * Be warned, this is a spoiler review! We discuss our thoughts on the new Avengers team, character developments, our favorite super soldiers, and more. We also speculate on potential future Marvel events, including a possible Civil War II. Don't miss out on our rankings, and engaging discussions on Marvel's latest blockbuster. Tune in and join the conversation!

We celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.' We discuss our personal experiences watching the film in theaters, reflect on how our perspectives have evolved over the years, and examine the intricacies of character development and plot details. The conversation also touches on the impact of the Clone Wars series, the foresight behind Yoda's actions, and the importance of 'Order 66.' We delve into what might have been different if key characters had made different choices and speculate on the 'what if' scenarios in the Star Wars universe. We also engage with fan theories and discuss the broader cultural impact of the film.

In this episode of the Square Round Table Podcast, we dive deep into Season 2 of the Star Wars series 'Andor.' We discuss our thoughts on the pacing, character arcs, and historical relevance of the storyline, particularly focusing on the first six episodes. We examine the political intrigue, character motivations, and potential future developments, speculating on appearances from significant Star Wars characters. If you're a fan of Star Wars and love to hear in-depth analyses about its series, this episode is for you!

Join us as we dive into the 30th anniversary of 'A Goofy Movie,' discussing its impact, memorable moments, and our personal experiences with the film.

Join hosts Us as they dive into the latest Marvel news, including the Doomsday cast reveal and its implications for the MCU. We discuss surprising returns, potential plot twists, and fan theories about upcoming movies and characters.

Join Us as they discuss the first four episodes of 'Daredevil: Born Again.' We compare it to the original Netflix series, highlight its unique elements, discuss character dynamics, and anticipate future developments in the show. Tune in for insights, critiques, and fan theories!

Join us as we explore the Sonic movie franchise, its evolution, and why it stands out among video game adaptations. From favorite characters to memorable moments, we cover it all!

Join Us as they debate which Spider-Man portrayal is superior: Friendly Neighborhood or MCU.

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month by discussing black representation in comics and movies, highlighting key black superheroes, their origin stories, and their impacts. They explore historical and modern portrayals, underscoring the importance of visibility in media.

In this episode, we discuss the term 'woke' in media, its history, and its impact.

We discuss why Disney's live-action remakes fail to capture the magic of the originals.

Join Us for an in-depth review and discussion of the series Arcane. We explore themes, characters, and the potential for future video game adaptations in animation.

Join the Square Round Table podcast as we welcome Kofi Bazzell-Smith. Discussion includes Kofi's journey as a professional boxer, manga artist, and his groundbreaking efforts to bring manga education to the U.S. We delve into the intersection of American comics and Japanese manga, the challenges faced in academic settings, and Kofi's ambitious goals to revolutionize manga studies and promote cross-cultural connections.

Join us as we dive into HBO Max's Creature Commandos series, episodes 1-3. We discuss its connections to James Gunn's Suicide Squad, character insights, and speculate on future plotlines within the new DC universe.

In this podcast episode, hosts review the first two episodes of the new Star Wars series, Skeleton Crew. We discuss the show's nostalgic adventure vibe, reminiscent of The Goonies, and its fresh take on the Star Wars universe. With adventure, friendship, and discovery themes, the series promises a captivating blend of youthful exploration and classic Star Wars storytelling.

We celebrate our podcast's milestone and dive into a lively debate about the best live-action Batman. We discuss various portrayals from Michael Keaton to Robert Pattinson, touching on key elements like bat suits, Batmobiles, and iconic scenes. The episode also pays tribute to Adam West's Batman and offers a top five ranking of Batman films.

Join hosts Dimitri and Marcus in this nostalgic episode as we reminisce about our favorite Dragon Ball Z moments, characters, and arcs. We discuss the series' impact on modern anime, share personal stories of growing up with Dragon Ball Z, and pay a heartfelt tribute to the late Akira Toriyama. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the franchise, this episode is a must-listen for any Dragon Ball enthusiast. Tune in for engaging conversations, fun memories, and thoughtful insights on one of anime's most beloved series.

Welcome back, freaks and geeks! This week, Dmitri and Marcus delve into the ultimate debate: Who is the best live-action Spider-Man? Join the Square Round Table Podcast as they analyze Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland's portrayals. From discussing Spider-Man's villains to analyzing which actor captured Peter Parker and Spider-Man's essence the best, this episode covers it all! Plus, stay tuned for their thoughts on potential future Spider-Man villains and the state of Tom Holland's Spider-Man in the MCU. Don't miss out on another nerd-filled discussion and join the conversation in the comments below! 

In this episode of the Square Round Table Podcast, hosts Demetrius and Marcus return after a brief hiatus to review the anime 'Ray Ranger Reject,' also known as 'Go! Go! Loser Ranger!' They discuss their impressions of this unique twist on the Power Rangers concept, delving into the plot, character dynamics, and the show's thematic elements. The duo shares their thoughts on the Rangers' morally grey portrayals, the intriguing villains, and the show's overall animation quality. They also touch on their expectations for the upcoming season and reminisce about the classic Power Rangers series. Tune in for an in-depth discussion filled with insights and anime recommendations!

In this exciting episode, we celebrate the casting of Aaron Pierre as Jon Stewart in the upcoming live-action Green Lantern series, 'Lanterns.' Dive into discussions of Pierre's past roles, character dynamics alongside Kyle Chandler's Hal Jordan, and the show's anticipated 'True Detective' meets 'Men in Black' vibe. Explore speculations on plot twists, character arcs, and potential cameos. Delve into James Gunn's vision for the DC Universe, the impact of this casting on superhero representation, and hopes for future crossovers with iconic characters like Batman and Superman. Tune in for passionate fan insights, storytelling expectations, and thrilling theories surrounding the Green Lantern lore. Don't miss out on engaging commentary, community gratitude, and recommended reading for new fans. Like, share, and subscribe to join the discussion on DC's evolving cinematic journey! 

This week, join us as we dive deep into the nostalgic world of Power Rangers to celebrate its 30th anniversary. We explore everything from the impact of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers on our childhood to the intricacies of toys, lesser-known series, iconic Megazords, and memorable theme songs. We also discuss our favorite Ranger teams, evil Rangers, and villains, and share personal top five black Rangers and dream teams. Tune in for a mix of fun, history, and undying love for Power Rangers. Don't miss this memory-filled episode celebrating the legacy and contributions of Power Rangers over the years. It's MorphinTime!

We pay tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones. We discuss his extensive career, spanning over a hundred credits in film, voice acting, and Broadway. Reminiscing about his iconic roles in 'The Lion King,' 'Star Wars,' 'Coming to America,' and more, we reflect on how his powerful voice and commanding presence impacted our lives and inspired countless others. Join us as we share our favorite memories, explore his influence on pop culture, and address the recent use of AI to continue his legacy. This episode is a fitting homage to a man whose contributions to the arts will never be forgotten.

Join Us as we dive deep into a comprehensive review of Alien: Romulus, the new film bridging the story between Alien and Aliens. We discuss the movie's impact, character arcs, and the significance of the Sci-fi horror franchise. From sound mixing to practical effects, we leave no stone unturned. Tune in for engaging conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and a thought - provoking analysis that every Alien fan will love!

Join Us as we discuss the new Batman: Caped Crusader!

Join us as we discuss the State of the DC Cinematic Universe. Is it too late to bounce back?

Join us as we give our thoughts on the new Deadpool Movie and the RDJ casting!

Join Us as we discuss the new star wars series The Acolyte

We take a deep dive into the MCU's progress. If it could recover and if so how. The best movies and the worst movies. Which actors/ actresses did the best with their characters

As Acolyte approaches its final episodes, We took a step back to ask whether we are still invested. 

Join us as we discuss what we thought about the tv show based on the popular game, Fallout. This review will contain spoiler for the show! We discuss possible routes for season 2 as well as what we thought of the main three characters( Lucy, Maximus and The Ghoul)

Join us as we give our thoughts on the series as a whole and discuss possible options moving forward! _______________________________Squareroundtable Host social media Dmitri: @d_m33chiChad: @Stem.advocate.chadJosh: @input_output.JoshMarcus: @professorx_91Square Round Table social mediaInstagam: @squareroundtable1Twitter:@TheSquareround1

Hey freaks and geeks! We are back with our reviews! Us being big X-Men fans we had to give our review of the X-Men '97 ( first 3 eps) Being that we grew up with the original 90s show and loved it, we were excited to see if this show could recapture the essence of the original.

Being that the last day of Black History Month is upon us, you already know we had to end out the month with a fire

Join The Square Round Table Pod this week for our conversation with our good friend :3LON ( @_goths ). :3LON is an autodidact singer/songwriter/producer based in Baltimore, Maryland, specializing in electronic soundscapes as well as multimedia. :3LON explores themes that examine the state of humanity from a futuristic lense with nods to classic anime and fantasy rpg. t we will deep dive into Afrofuturism and how Anime, Videogames and Sci-fi play a big part in music

Joining us as we chat with Rodney Barnes. Rodney Barnes is an American screenwriter and producer. Barnes has written and produced The Boondocks, My Wife and Kids, Everybody Hates Chris, Those Who Can't, Marvel's Runaways, American Gods, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, and is currently an executive producer/writer on HBO's Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.

Join us as we talk with Henry Bonsu about his work with the hit show lazor Wulf!

Join us as we talk with Marice about his career

Listen to us discuss our opinions on the Ahsoka Season 1

Tune in for a VERY SPECIAL episode. This is the perfect way to end the spooky season!!! Our good friends over at @goosebumpsseries and @sptv were nice enough to send us some Goosebump's Goodies in honor of The new @disneyplus Goosebump's Series! As a horror fanatic and a long-standing Goosebump's fan it means the world to receive these wonderful gifts and accolades from a series so close to our hearts

For this year's Square Round Table Halloween Episode we are honored to sit down with The Queen of Black Horror Manga gigi_murakami ‼️‼️‼️‼️Gigi Murakami is an NYC native manga artist, illustrator, writer, content creator, and small creative business owner at the intersection of horror media, alt + nerd culture, and (schlocky) film. Her work blends Japanese manga art and vintage American comic and pulp aesthetics. She specializes in traditional ink and color illustrations, and manga art focusing on dark, fantastical, and dramatic themes!

We are honored to chat with Some gentlemen that are doing HUGE things in the world of Anime and Afro-Futurism! We sits down with Patrick Stout(@stoutsaiyan) and Asa Palmer(@eyeofmasai ) The Co-Creators of The HIGHLY ANTICIPATED Anime Series “Sentinel Six”

This week we chat with Writer, StoryTeller and Comic Book Creator, Jaromir François ( @sky_surfer117 )‼️Jaromir is known for pushing the boundaries of Sci-Fi and Fantasy while simultaneously creating grounded and relatable narratives. Tune in for our chat about comics, diversity, anime, and more‼️if you want to show support for his work his kickstarter is : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/59729099/napoleon-from-the-machine-2

Tune in as we deep dive into the amazing adaptation that is the One Piece Live Action

Join us as we chat with Kyle Harvey AKA SuperDuperKyle(@superduperkyle) about his early life, what got him into music, anime that impacted him and many more!

Join Us as we talk with Sam Hauge(@samhaugemusic) about his incredible first album Out of Isolation. His album was created all by himself( he is a one-man band!) his website if you want to check out his album is samhaugemusic.com

Join us as we review Across the spiderverse. Also giving our thoughts on all of the characters and how they were handle in the movie and what we think is going to happen in the follow up movie!

Join Us as we discuss the new Transformers movie.

Join us as we give our thought on the new Flash Movie