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This week on the podcast we're joined by special guest Arthur Simeon (@ArthurSimeon) to discuss the 2000s car-heist movie GONE IN 60 SECONDS. We're defending woodworkers who are tired of working with incompetent people, detectives who immediately figure out what's going on and lament the surprising lack of car chases. Plus Angelina Jolie's bleach-blond dreadlocks. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week there was a technical issue with our intended episode so we're giving you access to this previously Patreon exclusive episode on Shrek! Kat and Jocelyn discuss how this movie is one giant fuck you to Disney, cringe over what body positivity sounded like in 2001, and wonder whether it was worth it to re-record the entire film for THAT Scottish accent. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week on the podcast we're joined by special guest Derek Forgie from the 10 Minute Talk Show (@10MinuteTalkShow) to discuss ROBIN HOOD PRINCE OF THIEVES. We attempt to defend one of the most vile villains in cinema history, bad accents and discuss how Richard the Lionheart is an absentee landlord who deserves to be overthrown. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're discussing a sequel that goes hard in some areas and goes hard (derogatory) in others: An American Tail: Fievel Goes West! We discuss surprisingly excellent action sequences, a scheme we don't quite understand, and debate Jocelyn's upsetting connection to a certain feline character. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week on the podcast we're joined by special guests Hannah Veldhoen (@hannahveldhoen) and Dave Luca (@davelucacomedy) from "Destination Oshawa" to talk about the Oshawa-filmed movie THE TUXEDO. We're defending mad scientists and CEOs who just want to hydrate the world, how their plan would make them more money if it wasn't evil and discussing the incredible movie-making trick of making Jennifer Love Hewitt unlikeable. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're discussing the conclusion to Terry Gilliam's "Trilogy of Imagination", The Adventures of Baron Munchausen! We discuss a true YIKES of a production, how Terry Gilliam seems... frustrating, and Jocelyn pays homage to Bill Hader's perfect impression of Oliver Reed. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Live from Toronto, it's a new episode! This week we're talking to improviser and sketch comedian, Matt McCready (he/him) about the weekly sketch show that launched a thousand careers: SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE! Buckle up, because we're talking about iconic casts, stand out sketches, what makes a good (or bad) host, musical guests, cultural talking points, the insane behind the scenes schedule and why Lorne Michaels is probably the best and worst thing about the show. Plus, we challenge Matt's knowledge with a game of 'guess the SNL catchphrase'. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
In honour of the recent reboot we're turning back the clock to talk about the original, live-action MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE. We're defending a freedom fighting skeleton whose people have suffered greatly under the "balance" brought by a gym bro gone wild. Plus Monica Geller and Lt. Tom Paris are there for some reason. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're kicking off Kids Movie Month with a film that's a bit "wrong place, wrong time" - Treasure Planet! We go back to when this film was first pitched (the timing may surprise you), invent a new genre of film, and then things go off the rails. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
We're talking about some of the classic Spielberg alien movies, starting with E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. Does this alien hold a special place in your heart? Please let us know because we try to figure out who the super fan of this movie is as we discuss the alien being a weird little guy, terrible hazmat protocols, and the implications of psychological bonding. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel.
It's Audience Choice time so this week we're discussing the 60's family musical CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. We're defending bombastic Barons, professional child catchers and dissatisfied haircut customers all while declaring a father, who straps explosives to himself while his children run in traffic, an unfit parent. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a rare BILI as we talk about our abiding love for Serial Mom! We discuss the enduring power of John Waters, praise Kathleen Turner's excellent performance, and learn about Kat learning about cameos. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Jellicle songs for Jellicle cats! Put on your best spandex leotard and get ready to prowl because we're chatting with comedian, writer and musical lover, Brandon Hackett about the world's first mega musical: CATS! Get ready for library cassette rentals, T.S. Elliott, leg warmers, the actual translation of 'jellicle', the failures (and successes!) of the movie adaptation, and why Cats is both the gayest and horniest musical ever committed to the stage. Plus, we decide which fictional cats go to the heavy side lair and which ones die in a ditch. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
This week we're talking about the big screen debut of Mando and his friend Grogu. We talk about what makes this a movie vs the show, the two sides to Star Wars, and being aggressively family friendly. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel.
We're talking about Daredevil Born Again season 2 (not including the Punisher stand alone). We talk about how style and acting elevates a plot that's kind of stagnant, a swath of morally grey characters, and the worst thing to order at a New York diner. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel.
This week on the podcast we're talking about the Adam Sandler football comedy THE WATERBOY. We're defending the mother of a man whose anger issues are being exploited by selfish coaches and whose sole romantic interest is a recently released criminal. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let's go Blue Jays! Buy some peanuts and cracker jacks because we're hitting the Rogers Centre (a.k.a. the Skydome) with comedian and actor, Paloma Nuñez (she/her) for a real grand slam of an episode about Canada's baseball team; The Toronto Blue Jays! Learn about the 92/93 World Series, the most legendary Blue Jays players, the biggest hits, most controversial bat flips, and what the heartbreaking 2025 world series meant to Jays Fans. Plus, Paloma tells us about the time she won a car. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
This week we're talking about the fighting tournament that decides the fate of the planet...again. It's Mortal Kombat 2 and we're talking about a more female focused kombat, practical sets vs CG, the Poochy of it all, and if it's inspiring to be 57. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel.
This week on the podcast we're talking about Sam Rami's castaway flick SEND HELP. We're defending blunt but honest bosses, various poisoning attempts and attempt to pinpoint the exact moment someone goes from hero to villain. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who's gonna win, who's gonna lose, and how much of this did Mortal Kombat steal. This week we're joined by the delightfully funny Josh Gondelman to talk about Enter The Dragon. We talk about character intros, sumo wrestling corporate gigs, ACAB dogs, and how to sell a character's gambling problems. Watch Josh's comedy special Positive Reinforcement today and you can also sign up for his newsletter That's Marvelous! Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel.
We're starting several weeks of martial arts tournament movies with the "rEaL LiFe" story of Bloodsport. We talk about mostly unproblematic masculinity, saving time with a montage, the sounds of filming on a pier, and how to lie about your life story. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel. Get 75% off your first month on our Patreon with code Hero75 at Patreon.com/FromSuperheroes
This week it's a very special Audience Choice episode as we are joined by the hosts of 'I Hate It But I Love It' (@IHIBILI) Jocelyn Geddie (@jgedds) and Kat Angus (@KatAngus) to talk about HONEY I BLEW UP THE KID. We're defending the laboratory head who wants to protect his equipment and data from a habitually reckless and child-endangering scientist. Plus we dive into the disturbing physics of a 100ft toddler and learn all about the early 90s 'Big Baby' movie craze. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're joined by Podcast Dad and brilliant comedian Andrew Ivimey to discuss the Ryan Gosling/Emily Blunt film, The Fall Guy! We discuss how this film is on the cusp of greatness, the pitfalls of adapting IP that no one remembers, and introduce the world to a new character. Watch Andrew Ivimey's comedy special LET'S GO! for free, streaming now on Comedy Bar Max. https://youtu.be/rZSd9NW1tBQ? Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
You love their nonsensical facebook memes, so we're talking about the minions for the first time on the podcast with Despicable Me. We talk about why the henchmen are more memorable than the characters, are haunted by the memory of 3D TVs, and ask the question where are the heroes. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel. Host Andrew Ivimey will be performing in Moncton, NB April 22 - Halifax, NS April 23 - Charlottetown, PEI April 25 Get 75% off your first month on our Patreon with code Hero75 at Patreon.com/FromSuperheroes
This week we're talking about the Bill Murray and Richard Dreyfus comedy WHAT ABOUT BOB? We're defending a psychologist with very clear and professional boundaries who just wants a quiet vacation with his family. Plus we discuss the differences between fun crazy and not-fun crazy. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're chatting about the Tim Burton fantasy Big Fish! We talk about bummer b-plots (that really should have been more of the film), how Jessica Lange singlehandedly sells the romance, and how glad we are that this movie didn't star a de-aged Jack Nicholson (really). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Pry your ears open, because you won't want to miss this week's discussion with filmmaker Paul Aihoshi (he/him) about the fascinating, the notorious, the visionary: STANLEY KUBRICK. We chat about his outsized impact on cinema (and The Simpsons), his 'difficult' reputation, the 90s Kubrick impersonator, pioneering special effects, fear of flying, misunderstood introversion and how he became the single most parodied filmmaker of all time. Plus, the Lord of the Rings movie that never was, and Steph becomes a Eyes Wide Shut truther. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
This week we're talking about another Chris Pratt film with "movie" in the title - it's The Garfield Movie. We discover Diana's deeply hidden feelings about Garfield, talk about the women putting in the work, and why Garfield doesn't work in this economy. Watch our host Andrew Ivimey in his full length comedy special LET'S GO! available to stream right now on the Comedy Bar Max Youtube channel. Host Andrew Ivimey will be performing in Moncton, NB April 22 - Halifax, NS April 23 - Charlottetown, PEI April 25 Get 75% off your first month on our Patreon with code Hero75 at Patreon.com/FromSuperheroes
This week we're joined by comedian and Talk From Superheroes host Andrew Ivimey to discuss FANTASTIC FOUR FIRST STEPS. We're defending hangry planet eaters, discussing the ethics of sacrificing a baby to save an entire planet and brainstorming our own plans to save the world. Watch Andrew Ivimey's comedy special LET'S GO! for free, streaming now on Comedy Bar Max. https://youtu.be/rZSd9NW1tBQ?si=2McD_6BYMClSvpMq Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Don't forget you can watch his special LET'S GO right now on YouTube. I told you I'd say it twice ;) https://youtu.be/rZSd9NW1tBQ?si=2McD_6BYMClSvpMq Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're chatting about a sweet and earnest film about friendship and growing up/a piece of unmitigated Pants propaganda: Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants! We discuss how wild it is to fridge an 11 year old, wonder what's going on with Lena's subplot, and make America Ferrera president (of our hearts). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week we're talking about the 70's musical-movie JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. We're defending one of history's greatest villains and arguing that he's the only one who realized his best friend has gone too far. Plus we discuss the true villain of the film - a talk about a group of hippie actors who drive around the desert sacrificing their own members. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're covering a series of films that has made everyone go, "What? Why?" It's The Hobbit trilogy, and joining us are LOTR superfans and hosts of The Fandom Show, Steph Malek and Kyah Green! We discuss terrible CGI, a scene that made Steph leave the theatre in sheer rage, and get into how much Benedict Cumberbatch clearly liked playing Smaug (a LOT). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Pour yourself some blood and contemplate the nature of immortality, because this week we have writer and podcaster, Andrew Wheeler (he/him) to talk about the gay vampires we love to loathe, it's INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE. We chat about Anne Rice vampire lore, book to movie to TV adaptations, messy undead drama, toxic divas, and the (modest) wave of MLM romances sweeping the nation. Plus, some dating profiles for people who absolutely should not be dating. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
This week we're talking about the 2002 romance/terminal illness movie A WALK TO REMEMBER. We're defending school bullies, protective dads and discussing some very dark possibilities about our main character's past. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the happiest day of Kat's life because we're talking about the latest film in her favourite franchise, Now You See Me: Now You Don't! We discuss this movie's strange similarity to the Muppets, praise the charming cast, and remark on how this franchise is just getting more critic-proof all the time. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week, bustin' makes us feel... fine? cause we're talking about Ghostbusters 2! We question the logic of the slime, talk about the distinction between being funny and just trying to be funny, and no, seriously, WHAT was going on with the slime. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Dust off your vinyls and get ready to have your mind blown, because we're talking to die-hard music nerd, comedian and radio personality, Miguel Rivas (he/him), about the biggest band you've never heard of; XTC. Learn about this Talking Heads-esque band that, due to wild and tragic circumstances, exerted a Forrest Gump level of historical influence on music without ever making it big. Plus, British class differences, the invention of gated reverb, hyper-specific cover bands, how to ruin your children's musical taste, and why you NEVER EVER EVER quit Valium cold turkey (EVER!). The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on The From Superheroes YouTube Channel Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes
This week we're joined by special guest Michelle Forrester (@MichelleForrester) to talk about the iconic 90s comedy ROMY AND MICHELLE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. We're defending high school who are dealing with some very odd social behaviour and discuss trying to live up to other people's expectations. Plus, the formula for glue! Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we're talking about the 1995 punk-riot grrl-kangaroo fantasia, TANK GIRL! We chat about Lori Petty's finest work, wish we could pull off wire-rimmed glasses, and wish for more Bjork needle-drops. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visitwww.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week we're joined by special guest Tobi Solebo (@TobiKindaFunny) to discuss the animated time-travel adventure MEET THE ROBINSONS. We're defending mistreated orphans, emphasizing the importance of sleep and laying the blame squarely at the feet of irresponsible (future) tech billionaires. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week we're joined by the de-lovely Diana McCallum to discuss the thinking man's blockbuster: Stargate! We discuss how Ra was saved in the edit, consider a rare non-villain-ish role for James Spader, and wonder how many lines Kurt Russell actually had. (Less than 10? (Less than 5?)) Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
We're wrapping up our "Kinda Romantic Movie Month" with the classic 90s revenge/comedy, THE FIRST WIVES CLUB. We're defending ex-husbands who find themselves the victim of fraud, blackmail, extortion and even kidnapping at the hands of their ex-wives. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're finishing out Sort Of Romantic Movie Month with My Big Fat Greek Wedding! We discuss a VERY 90s/2000s inflected sense of self worth, praise Andrea Martin, and very belatedly remember that Joey Fatone is in this. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
We've reached the Audience Choice portion of "Kinda Romantic Movie Month" so we're revisiting the world of shiny vampires with THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON. We're arguing for age-appropriate romantic rival Jacob, defending vampire governments and figuring out when you grow your soul. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're continuing our "Kinda Romantic Movie Month" with the Drew Barrymore Cinderella story EVER AFTER. We're defending wicked stepmothers and 'ugly' step-sisters who are doing all they can with what they've got. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're kicking off "Kinda Romantic Movie Month" with the classic erotic thriller FATAL ATTRACTION. We're defending Alex, the spurned lover who wants love and connection and who happens to enjoy rabbit stew. Plus we're tearing into cheating husbands and debating the morality of extra-marital affairs. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, YouTube series, web comics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This month we're talking about Sorta Romantic Movies, starting with Closer! We discuss how some plays need to stay plays, how everyone was SO excited to swear, and remember the days when it felt like Clive Owen was in everything. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week we are joined by the genius Olly Robinson (@ollyrobz) to discuss WICKED: FOR GOOD! We chat about how Michelle Yeoh CLEARLY didn't want to be here, talk about additional songs that DO NOT belong, and express shock at the least sexy rendition of "As Long As You're Mine". Note: This episode was recorded before the 2026 Academy Award nominations were announced. This episode may present some thoughts and insights as to why! Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
We're talking about musicals this month, and we're kicking things off with Julie Taymor's Beatles-extravaganza, Across The Universe! Kat and Jocelyn discuss having both too many (AND not enough) ideas, Kat adopts a firm anti-Sturgess position, and one of us has a surprisingly hard time naming any Beatles songs. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
It's a super-sized episode of IHIBILI as we discuss the epic (?) finale to Stranger Things 5! Kat and Jocelyn wonder what the hell Vecna's plan was, question the logic of the melted room, and DEMAND JUSTICE FOR [redacted]. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.