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Type of fictional universe in which works written by multiple writers are set

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The K.B. Radio Network
DC Studios' Lanterns - Series Premiere Review

The K.B. Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 16:25 Transcription Available


Are you ready to dive into the universe of the Green Lanterns like never before? Join host Kevin Reid on this thrilling episode of The K. B. Radio Network as he unveils his thoughts on the world premiere of the much-anticipated DC Studios series "Lanterns. " With Hal Jordan and Jon Stewart taking center stage, Reid passionately discusses the pressing need for DC to revitalize its cinematic universe after a string of recent disappointments. This episode is packed with insights that every superhero fan won't want to miss! Reid's excitement is palpable as he explores the show's unique approach, which cleverly intertwines elements of a detective story with the superhero genre. Rather than following the typical formula, "Lanterns" offers a refreshing narrative that keeps viewers guessing. He highlights the incredible chemistry between actors Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, who bring depth and authenticity to their roles as Green Lanterns. Their dynamic is not just entertaining; it's a masterclass in character development and storytelling. The humor and sharp writing of the series receive high praise from Reid, as he emphasizes how these elements enhance the viewing experience. However, he does not shy away from addressing a significant plot twist involving a time jump that leaves him questioning the series' direction. Despite this concern, Reid remains optimistic about the show's potential, appreciating the intriguing blend of genres and the captivating mystery elements that promise to engage audiences. Throughout this engaging episode, listeners are invited to share their thoughts and engage with the content, fostering a community of passionate fans eager to discuss the unfolding story. Reid's commitment to exploring every facet of "Lanterns" ensures that this episode of The K. B. Radio Network is not just a review, but a conversation starter for all who love the superhero genre. So, whether you're a die-hard DC fan or just curious about what "Lanterns" has to offer, tune in to this episode for an insightful and entertaining journey into the heart of the Green Lanterns. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of the discussion and discover what makes this series a potential game-changer for the DC cinematic universe! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?
The Insidious Cinematic Universe w/Kendra Wells

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 110:09


Writer, artist, and voice of Hunter Marin themselves Kendra Wells joins the Pod Universe to try and salvage a movie that Dylan hates with a fury we've never seen before! Can the author of Real Hero Shit: Harder Than It Looks make writing Insidious look easy? Let's find out!PLUS: The trailer for the first script of Phase 2: Vestigial!As a special note, thank you everyone for supporting us through 100 episodes! Here's to many more.You can find Kendra's new book and all their other work at your local bookseller, or support them directly at Patreon.com/KendraWCanDraw.CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Opening00:04:34 - Let's talk about Insidious00:34:40 - The Insidious Franchise as it exists today00:44:36 - Real Hero Shit: Harder Than It Looks00:57:24 - Kendra's pitch01:13:58 - Expanding the universe01:42:24 - Vestigial trailer

The Daily Zeitgeist
NepOligarchy, Reagan Cinematic Universe 08.14.26

The Daily Zeitgeist

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 69:51 Transcription Available


In episode 2109, Jack and Miles are joined by author of Love At First Prompt: AI and the Future of Intimacy and host of There Are No Girls on the Internet, Bridget Todd, to discuss… David Ellison Does NOT Give a fuck about the film industry, Couple More Pitches for Proactive Platforms for the Emerging Leftwing Movement, McDonald’s Is Secretly Going Full Minority Report, Hollywood’s Hottest Trend Is… The Threat Of Nuclear War? And more! Billionaire David Ellison Is Blackmailing Hollywood Bonta: Paramount 'eager' for a settlement Your McDonald’s File is Probably Bigger Than Your FBI File McDonald’s Built a 515-Page Dossier on Me. It Says I’ll Never Stop Eating There The Brink of War: Pay it Forward Film Screening: The Brink of War The Brink of War Trailer #1 (2026) The Phantom Menace: How an unproven, widely mocked technology scared the Soviets into ending the Cold War. Nuclear Anxiety, That Staple of 1980s Cinema, Is Back Why nuclear war movies are blowing up Nuclear War Movies Are Back Legendary, ‘Dune’ Helmer Denis Villeneuve Re-Team On ‘Nuclear War: A Scenario’ Mike Fleming Jr: Why James Cameron Is Hellbent On Making ‘Ghosts Of Hiroshima’ Japan-Set Movie That Will Bring Nightmare Look At A-Bomb Blasts How the US took on Dr Strangelove and tried to make Americans love the bomb Picturing Armageddon: US Government Responses to Nuclear War Movies ‘Fail Safe’ At 60: The Pentagon Hated This Classic Suspense Drama About Nuclear Catastrophe LISTEN: Tun by LZeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superhero Slate
SDCC 2026: Marvel's Ghost Rider, DCU Lanterns Trailer, Spaceballs Cinematic Universe, and more!

Superhero Slate

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 86:49


▶︎ Watch This week on Superhero Slate San Diego Comic-Con gives us Ghost Rider, a new Lanterns trailer, the Spaceballs Cinematic Universe, and more! The Odyssey, Rainforest Cafe News SDCC 2026 (17:55) Going on now! Spaceballs (19:25) The New One panel reveals a parody universe of films Avatar: Seven Havens (22:15) Next series trailer Retracted: […]

Dispatch Ajax! Podcast
The BC Fourteen Cinematic Universe

Dispatch Ajax! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 45:09 Transcription Available


Bigfoot in space, Krampus as a demonic Christmas weapon, a clone of Alistair Crowley, reptilian Stalin, Satan pulling strings, and a title card that promises a fight that may never happen. That's not a mad lib we wrote, it's the kind of chaos you can trip over on Tubi when the autoplay algorithm decides you're ready for BC Fourteen.We go beyond the handle, the pseudonyms, the surprisingly normal “working creator” backstory, and the pivot from horror shorts and writing into kid-friendly projects and then adult animated “versus” movies. From there, we unpack the most unhinged loglines in the BC Fourteen cinematic universe, including Bigfoot vs. Krampus and the larger web of Trump vs. the Illuminati style entries that seem engineered for discoverability on streaming.

Never Show the Monster
90. 28 Days Later: The Cinematic Universe

Never Show the Monster

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 121:15


Kelly and Chelsea are BACK, for real this time (we think), to talk about 28 DAYS LATER (2002), 28 WEEKS LATER (2007), 28 YEARS LATER (2025), and 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE (2026). We also, unfortunately, discuss THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2 (2025) and CHAPTER 3 (2026) Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/noshowmonster.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShowMonster Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowmonster/ Email us at noshowmonster@gmail.com Follow Kelly Attaway Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/youroldpalkelly.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spooky_kellyyy/ Follow Chelsea Hollander lol SIKE you can't she's not online because she values her mental health and wellbeing  Hosted by Kelly Attaway and Chelsea Hollander Produced by Kelly Attaway Art by Ryan Tate Theme by Unicorn Heads    

For Geeks By Geeks
Building an Indie Cinematic Universe | Geek Out Sesh Demetrius Witherspoon - Submerge Universe

For Geeks By Geeks

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 99:36


What does it take to build your own cinematic universe from the ground up?In today's Geek Out Sesh, we sit down with filmmaker, writer, producer, and founder of DV Entertainment Pictures, Demetrius Witherspoon, to explore the creative process behind the Submerge Universe, independent filmmaking, comic book storytelling, visual effects, worldbuilding, and what it takes to turn a passion project into an expanding multimedia franchise.Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, comic creator, indie storyteller, or simply love geeking out about movies and worldbuilding, this conversation is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights.

Jade + X. D.
SCARY MOVIE Review with Jade and XD + The Wayans Cinematic Universe Trivia | SEATED Podcast | Ep. 36

Jade + X. D.

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 81:48 Transcription Available


WATCH ON YOUTUBEFor their very first "Kick-It" episode, hosts Tre'vell Anderson and Ray Love Jr. are pulling up extra chairs for their favorite chaotic cousins Jade and X.D. from the hit podcast Jade + X.D.! Together, the crew is grabbing their Ghostface masks and heading to the theater to unpack the highly anticipated horror-comedy reboot, SCARY MOVIE.Tune in for their hella honest verdict: is this spoof spectacular a "Seated," "Stream It," or a "Skip It?"Plus, the hosts and their guests play a special "Wayans Cinematic Universe" edition of the Black Cinema Games, highlighting the box office classics of the legendary Black comedy dynasty for the culture. Finally, they close the show with Good Vibes Only, sharing what's bringing them joy this week. JOIN THE SEATED MOVIE CLUBhttps://www.seatedshow.com/join00:00:00 - Intro00:01:10 - The Kick-It Lounge: Jade + XD's Faves00:13:40 - Attend Historically Black Phrases Live! In Boston00:15:15 - Scary Movie Spoiler-Free Chat00:29:50 - Scary Movie Spoiler-Filled Review: All The Movies Referenced In Scary Movie00:53:19 - Rotten Tomatoes Critic Score, Letterboxd Rating00:53:44 - Black Critic Spotlight: Rendy Jones for RendyReviews.com00:55:43 - Seated, Skip It, Stream It Verdict00:58:46 - Apply to Stony Brook University's 2026-2027 Podcast Incubator: https://podcastfellows.org/apply00:59:58 - Black Cinema Games: The Wayans Cinematic Universe01:12:58 - Good Vibes Only: Password Hosted by Keke Palmer (Season 3), One Album A Day, Tennis, House Guest ft. Quinta BrunsonCONNECTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seatedshow,Website: https://www.seatedshow.comEmail: holla@seatedshow.comCREDITSHosts: Tre'vell Anderson and Ray Love Jr.Produced by: Slayzhon and FiftyLeven MediaEditor: Ray Love Jr.Theme Music: BuckrollAnimation: Agung AdhiLocation Partner: The WalkGood Yard ( @WalkGoodLA )Creative Consultant: Jade Fox ( ⁨@iamjadefox⁩  )Publicity: House of HeraldsTITLES DISCUSSEDBaby Boy starring Tyrese Gibson, Taraji P. Henson, Omar Gooding, Snoop Dogg (Directed by John Singleton)Beauty Shop starring Queen Latifah, Alicia Silverstone, Andie MacDowell, Alfre Woodard (Directed by Bille Woodruff)Big Hero 6 starring Ryan Potter, Scott Adsit, Daniel Henney, T.J. Miller (Directed by Don Hall, Chris Williams)The Blackening starring Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo (Directed by Tim Story)The Color Purple starring Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, Margaret Avery, Oprah Winfrey (Directed by Steven Spielberg)Crooklyn starring Alfre Woodard, Delroy Lindo, David Patrick Kelly, Zelda Harris (Directed by Spike Lee)Dance Flick starring Shoshana Bush, Damon Wayans Jr., Essence Atkins, Affion Crockett (Directed by Damien Dante Wayans)Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood starring Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Tracey Cherelle Jones, Chris Spencer (Directed by Paris Barclay)Drop starring Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, Jeffery Self (Directed by Christopher Landon)Fifty Shades of Black starring Marlon Wayans, Kali Hawk, Fred Willard, Mike Epps (Directed by Michael Tiddes)The Five Heartbeats starring Robert Townsend, Michael Wright, Leon, Harry Lennix (Directed by Robert Townsend)A Haunted House starring Marlon Wayans, Essence Atkins, Cedric the Entertainer, Nick Swardson (Directed by Michael Tiddes)A Haunted House 2 starring Marlon Wayans, Jaime Pressly, Essence Atkins, Gabriel Iglesias (Directed by Michael Tiddes)Jackie's Back starring Jenifer Lewis, Tim Curry, Whoopi Goldberg, Loretta Devine (Directed by Robert Townsend)Juwanna Man starring Miguel A. Núñez Jr., Vivica A. Fox, Kevin Pollak, Tommy Davidson (Directed by Jesse Vaughan)Let's Be Cops starring Jake Johnson, Damon Wayans Jr., Rob Riggle, Nina Dobrev (Directed by Luke Greenfield)A Low Down Dirty Shame starring Keenen Ivory Wayans, Charles S. Dutton, Jada Pinkett Smith, Salli Richardson (Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans)Meteor Man starring Robert Townsend, Marla Gibbs, Eddie Griffin, Robert Guillaume (Directed by Robert Townsend)Mo Money starring Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Stacey Dash, Joe Santos (Directed by Peter MacDonald)Naked starring Marlon Wayans, Regina Hall, Jonathan Todd Jackson, Scott Foley (Directed by Michael Tiddes)The Other Guys starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Eva Mendes, Michael Keaton (Directed by Adam McKay)Polly starring Keshia Knight Pulliam, Phylicia Rashad, Dorian Harewood, Barbara Barrie (Directed by Debbie Allen)Robert Townsend and His Partners in Crime Poster Vol. 1 starring Robert Townsend, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans, Paul Mooney (Directed by Robert Townsend, Walter C. Miller)Scary Movie (2000) starring Anna Faris, Jon Abrahams, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans (Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans)Scary Movie (2026) starring Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall (Directed by Michael Tiddes)Space Jam starring Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Theresa Randle, Danny DeVito (Directed by Joe Pytka)Up Up and Aways starring Michael J. Pagan, Robert Townsend, Alex Datcher, Sherman Hemsley (Directed by Robert Townsend)White Chicks starring Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Jaime King, Frankie Faison (Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans)JOIN THE SEATED MOVIE CLUBhttps://www.seatedshow.com/joinTagsScary Movie 2026, Scary Movie 6, Scary Movie review, Wayans Brothers, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, Anna Faris, Jade and XD, Jade and XD podcast, Wayans Cinematic Universe, Black Cinema Games, Black comedy movies, Black film criticism, Black movie podcast, Black pop culture, LGBTQ podcast, SeatedShow, Seated podcast, Rotten Tomatoes, pop culture commentary, movie review podcast, Brenda Meeks, horror comedy, parody, Kim Wayans, Damon Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?
The Flash Gordon Cinematic Universe w/Jadzia Axelrod

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 91:43


Blockbuster comics writer Jadzia Axelrod (with a slew of books out for DC this June) joins our show to reflect on the 1980 cult classic Flash Gordon film adaptation and pitch us her own vision for an expansive modern cinematic universe based on the classic newspaper comics!Find more from us at Patreon.com/DylanAndDalton starting at $5/mo, with a 7-day free trial! CHAPTERS (Spoilers within!)00:00:00 - Opening00:03:55 - Introducing Jadzia Axelrod00:08:06 - Discussing Flash Gordon (1980)00:11:48 - What is Flash Gordon anyway?00:18:37 - Jadzia's Flash Gordon origins00:23:36 - Is Ming the Merciless problematic?00:39:59 - Setting up Jadzia's Flash pitch00:53:32 - Direct spin-offs01:04:23 - Expanding the cast01:08:53 - Defenders of the Earth01:19:41 - Jadzia's new comics!

This Week In Fandom History
Batman Wouldn't, Spider-Man Would || Episode #004: The Greg Grunberg Cinematic Universe with Shit Larries Say

This Week In Fandom History

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 48:51


This episode will be available to all listeners for 7 days before access is locked to our $5+ Patreon donors. This week, our C-List Superhero is Matt Parkman from Heroes, and our A-List Superhero is Natasha Romanov AKA Black Widow. Our Uninformed Expert Panel this week is Emily Jaye, as always, and our special guest is Skye @anticonspiracist from the podcast Shit Larries Say. Listen in as they learn about our two heroes and weigh in on whether either, or both, is fuckable... like, at all. Do you want to be a future guest on BWSW? Supporters of TWIFH on Patreon at the $10 and $15 tiers get to be Uninformed Expert Panelists, so head over to http://www.patreon.com/thisweekinfandomhistory and support the show!

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?
The Species Cinematic Universe with Joshua Rivera

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 89:04


That Studio Softcore you saw on the shelf at the video store might be less sexy — but more interesting — than you remember! Journalist Joshua Rivera joins us to revisit the 1995 sci-fi thriller Species, dissect its possibly accidental themes about gender, and pitch us a broad range of spin-off films for a modern relaunch!CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Opening bits, and Meet Josh00:04:05 - Introducing Species00:08:30 - Everything you forgot the movie was about00:26:33 - It's Act Three - Do you know where your themes are?00:37:25 - The crappy sequels00:45:46 - Josh's Species pitch01:00:51 - Domain01:09:34 - The Origin of the Species01:14:02 - Further expansion ideas

Debate This!
Ep. 191: Consequences of Whimsymaxxing

Debate This!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 67:56


Six whole years ago, in February of 2020, James Marsden, Jim Carrey and Sonic the Hedgehog sparked an idea in our heads. With box office hits like Sonic and Detective Pikachu, a Super Smash Bros. Cinematic Universe felt inevitable. Well, after half a decade of corporate slop and two Chris Pratt Mario movies, an SSB-CU just isn't as appealing as it used to be. Despite that, we're pitching one anyway. So, you're welcome, I guess. Matt is doing Rocky but Nintendo. Todd is doing Star Wars but Nintendo. Andrew is doing something else. The title of this week's episode was selected by our Patrons in our Discord Community! If you want to help us choose the next one, join our discord, and/or get some bonus content, become part of #ButtThwompNation at patreon.com/debatethiscast. Have you seen our Instagram? instagram.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/@debatethiscast Want to send us an email? debatethiscast@gmail.com MERCH! We have that! Right now you can go on the internet and order things that say Debate This! On them! All you need to do is head to MerchThis.net and give us your money! Ever wanted socks with the DT! logo on them? Well now you can get em! One more time that website is MerchThis.net! Properties we talked about this week: The Super Mario Bros. Movie, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Punch-Out!!, Metroid Prime, Kingdom Hearts, Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, Star Wars, Rocky, Real Steel Music for Debate This! is provided by composer Ozzed under a creative commons license. Check out more of their 8-bit bops at www.ozzed.net!

Retronauts
762: Silent Hill Cinematic Universe

Retronauts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 122:42


Lights, camera, Pyramid Head! Diamond Feit, Jess O'Brien, and KC Green analyze Silent Hill's cinematic roots and breakdown all three Silent Hill movies—including the recent Return to Silent Hill.Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn more at http://www.patreon.com/retronauts

Forbes Daily Briefing
Inside The Colleen Hoover Cinematic Universe

Forbes Daily Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 5:46


If there's anything romance novelist Colleen Hoover has learned from working in Hollywood for the past few years, it's that movie production moves far slower than publishing. The 46-year-old author released an astonishing 24 novels in the first decade of her career, becoming the best-selling author in the world in 2022 with titles like It Ends with Us and Heart Bones. But she has spent much of the last four years cowriting and producing an adaptation of one of them, Reminders Of Him, for big screen release this weekend. During that time, Hoover's novels have become a force at the box office. The movie adaptation of It Ends With Us raked in $350 million worldwide in 2024—despite months of nasty legal battling between stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni—and Regretting You scored a respectable $90 million in late 2025. This October's Verity, starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson, will mark her fourth adaptation in just over two years. By Matt Craig, Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?
The Unfriended Cinematic Universe with Pete Volk

Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 91:03


CONTENT WARNING: This episode centers around a movie whose inciting incident is a teen suicide.We're shaking up our guest episode format beginning with this pitch from PV Guide's Pete Volk — instead of outlining one remake or reimagining, guest storytellers will have to figure out how to expand a dead or dying intellectual property into a fully-fledged cinematic universe! Critic and journalist Pete Volk kicks us off with his plans to revitalize Unfriended, the horror film series set entirely in the digital world.PLUS: An announcement about our upcoming full-script, full-cast crossover extravaganza, War of the Worlds!Join us at Patreon.com/DylanAndDalton for bonus episodes and access to our wonderful and welcoming creative community.CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Introducing our new show format00:05:18 - Introducing Pete Volk and Unfriended00:08:54 - What is Screenlife?00:13:24 - Recapping Unfriended00:17:26 - Why Unfriended works00:23:18 - Why Unfriended: Dark Web is better00:33:38 - Dalton's big problem with Unfriended00:34:53 - Unpacking the overarching themes00:41:11 - Unfriended: Like & Subscribe00:52:03 - What other screens can we do this on?00:54:07 - Establishing our mytharc / MUTUALS01:02:32 - Unfriended: Dead Web01:06:55 - Unfriended: Headspace01:19:55 - Where can you find Pete Volk?01:22:09 - Updates and acknowledgements

Cinema Royale
THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE Review! Nintendo's Cinematic Universe Explodes

Cinema Royale

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2026 5:48 Transcription Available


Travis Hopson reviews THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE featuring Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Anya Taylor-Joy, Brie Larson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jack Black, Benny Safdie, and Glen Powell!THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE is in theaters now!All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#thesupermariogalaxymovie #SuperMario #Nintendo

Marvel Versus Marvel
1979 Captain America TV Movie & Marvel's 70s Cinematic Universe! Part One

Marvel Versus Marvel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 129:21


To celebrate the 85th Anniversary of Captain America, we're exploring Cap's 1979 TV movie, and Marvel's 70s Cinematic Universe! We'll dig into the deal between Marvel Comics, Universal Television, and CBS that brought us TV movies and TV shows starring The Amazing Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, Dr Strange, and Captain America! We'll get into how the deal began and how it all fell apart, how the Captain America TV movie was made, why Reb Brown was cast as Steve Rogers, and how the film nearly ended the career of the director before it had ever begun! We'll also pay special attention to the Captain America comic books of the 1970's, how they took influence from the shifting sands of America's social and political climate, and how the Seventies transformed Captain America into a true rebel! Then we'll deep-dive the movie itself, pull it apart scene-by-scene and dig into everything this movie got right (the bike) and everything it got wrong! Plus we've packed the episode with tons of unexplored Marvel history and trivia about the Super Soldier Serum, the SECOND origin of Captain America, the Super Soldiers who also got powers in the war, how Marvel tied their Golden Age characters into their Silver Age characters, and tons more! Plus we've got all the Marvel Connections of every actor in this movie, no matter how tenuous or strenuous they may be! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk

Marvel Versus Marvel
1979 Captain America TV Movie & Marvel's 70s Cinematic Universe! Part Two

Marvel Versus Marvel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 106:51


To celebrate the 85th Anniversary of Captain America, we're exploring Cap's 1979 TV movie, and Marvel's 70s Cinematic Universe! We'll dig into the deal between Marvel Comics, Universal Television, and CBS that brought us TV movies and TV shows starring The Amazing Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, Dr Strange, and Captain America! We'll get into how the deal began and how it all fell apart, how the Captain America TV movie was made, why Reb Brown was cast as Steve Rogers, and how the film nearly ended the career of the director before it had ever begun! We'll also pay special attention to the Captain America comic books of the 1970's, how they took influence from the shifting sands of America's social and political climate, and how the Seventies transformed Captain America into a true rebel! Then we'll deep-dive the movie itself, pull it apart scene-by-scene and dig into everything this movie got right (the bike) and everything it got wrong! Plus we've packed the episode with tons of unexplored Marvel history and trivia about the Super Soldier Serum, the SECOND origin of Captain America, the Super Soldiers who also got powers in the war, how Marvel tied their Golden Age characters into their Silver Age characters, and tons more! Plus we've got all the Marvel Connections of every actor in this movie, no matter how tenuous or strenuous they may be! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk

The Ticket Top 10
The Hardline- Rant Revival ft. Gordon Keith; the Twisted Childhood cinematic universe

The Ticket Top 10

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 15:16


March 5th, 2026 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X Listen to past episodes on The Ticket’s Website And follow The Ticket Top 10 on Apple, Spotify or Amazon MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Film Bros! Podcast
Ep 487 Paramount wins WBD?! Sony cinematic Universe reboot soon, Kratos first look in Live Action and more

Film Bros! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 60:26


In this episode the FilmBros discuss Paramount winning the bid war for WBD, Sony's villain universe could be getting a reboot, Kratos first appearance in live action and moreLeave a message on our socials! Twitter, TIktok, IG @FIlmBrosPodcastSupport the show

Radio Cinemaxunga
Piranha 1 e 2 e o PACU - Peixes Assassinos Cinematic Universe

Radio Cinemaxunga

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 12:05


Acabamos hoje o tema do Jawsploitation com o Piranha (1978) de Joe Dante e o Piranha 2, The Spawning (1981) de James Cameron. Juntamente com os remakes de 2010 e 2012 e outro que ninguém viu m 1995, este é o famoso PACU (Peixes Assassinos Cinematic Universe)https://cinemaxunga.net

Radio Cinemaxunga
Alligator (1980) e o ACU - Alligator Cinematic Universe

Radio Cinemaxunga

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 10:36


Hoje viajamos por águas turbulentas e infestadas de crocodilos. Ou Nova Iorque, o que vier primeiro.

Radio Cinemaxunga
Orca (1977) e o OCU - Orca Cinematic Universe

Radio Cinemaxunga

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 12:32


Falamos de dois filmes, a recente bosta fumegante que nem aos cães damos e que se chama Killer Whale e o maravilhoso clássico de 1977 Orca, com o jovem Dumbledore

Pixels and Puppets
Pixels and Puppets S04E03: The Ed Gein Cinematic Universe

Pixels and Puppets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 128:01


Keep up with everything Operation: Puppet does at https://www.operationpuppet.com!IntroIntro and a story about frogsCoping mechanism: All Laws Are Local by Cory Doctorow; Joseph Ricketts Snorkelin'26:59The Puppet PitRecent builds: A blue dog and legally distinct celebrity amphibianBuild streams continueNo I haven't watched The Muppet Show special yet. Maybe one day. And also AI slop because nothing is sacredAll links on https://www.operationpuppet.com. Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/3zPqDcGJAC43:44PixeltownNookpocalypse? As of Feb 2026, all versions of the Steam Deck are out of stockWould you like to spend $4K on a handheld?Ring: Flock? Never heard of itHighguard studio layoffs, a succinct breakdown, but Arc Raiders sold 14 milPeople are mad at Discord and will do nothing about itCapcom slaps DRM on Steam version of Dino Crisis, despite GOG not having itOnce again they've done it again. No Man's Junkyard.Diablo IV huh?Warframe check-in: Kevin did a build videoMusic Credits:Opening Music/Stinger: Funk Babe by emiliomerone. Audiojungle Broadcast License.Pixeltown: kiddpark, Freesound.org (Creative Commons 0 License). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bhay Originals
AAMANTRAN EP 1 OUT RIGHT NOW! (Members Early Access)

Bhay Originals

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 1:09


Bhay Originals
AAMANTRAN - EPISODE 1 | THE ASURA PROTOCOL | THE PATAL LOK CINEMATIC UNIVERSE

Bhay Originals

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 34:06


Everyday Systems Podcast
Everyday Systems #102: The Superfood Cinematic Universe

Everyday Systems Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 15:00


The No S Diet takes on Ultraprocessed foods. 

House of Fincher
Wing of Predator - 261 - Predator: Killer of Killers

House of Fincher

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 53:24 Transcription Available


This week is the animated anthology "Predator: Killer of Killers." We debate the merits of its storytelling, animation style, and character development, while reflecting on the challenges of adapting such a beloved series into a new medium. With a mix of nostalgia and fresh perspectives, this episode offers a thoughtful critique of the film's successes and areas for improvement. 

Board Game Box Office: A Tablenauts Podcast
The Overlook Cinematic Universe - Ep. 176

Board Game Box Office: A Tablenauts Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 65:54


Join Max, Kyle, Doolin, and Kenny as we book an overnight stay at the Overlook Hotel. We dive into Stanley Kubrik's The Shining before detouring to Room 237 and closing out the episode with a sequel many years in the making, Doctor Sleep. Join the Discord to chat with us, and our community, even more! —————

Rita Springer Podcast
This Is WHY God Is Using Fleurie in the Cinematic Universe | Lauren Sloat

Rita Springer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 101:33


Worship leader and mainstream artist Fleurie (Lauren Sloat) joins Rita Springer for one of the most vulnerable conversations yet, identity, prophetic calling, fear of being seen, navigating the music industry, writing “dark” songs for TV, and discovering her true mission: being a light in unexpected rooms. From Hillsong College to Barnes & Noble to massive trailers, Lauren shares how God keeps redirecting her steps, healing old fears, and calling her deeper into freedom. This is for every creative who's ever wrestled with calling, tension, and courage.If you're enjoying the show, please rate and review!Follow Rita on ALL Social Media: https://linktr.ee/ritaspringerIf you would like to support the Worship Is My Weapon podcast you can donate to Wearing Justice at https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=0f0e22b...

WV unCommOn PlaCE
Death of Cinema : The Future of Movie Theater Experiences

WV unCommOn PlaCE

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 59:45


Barna Donovan, a professor of communication and media studies at St. Peter's University, offers a compelling perspective on the evolving landscape of cinema, firmly rejecting the notion that the art form is dead. With a rich background in film studies from the University of Miami, Donovan delves into how interconnected cinematic universes, such as Marvel, have reshaped storytelling and audience engagement, reflecting a significant shift rather than a decline. As a staunch advocate for independent cinemas and original content, he emphasizes the role of neighborhood theaters in celebrating film as an art form and creating vibrant community events that draw audiences in. Through his teaching, Donovan equips the next generation of filmmakers and media professionals with the tools to navigate this dynamic industry, encouraging them to embrace innovation while preserving the essence of cinematic storytelling.00:06:16) The Rise of Cinematic Universes and Theaters(00:08:31) Rise of Streaming Platforms among Young Audiences(00:12:00) Influence of Streaming on Filmmaking Autonomy(00:21:47) Interconnected Universe Concept Shapes Audience Engagement Trends(00:23:45) Interconnected Superhero Film Overload(00:26:37) Marvel's Gimmicks: A Threat to Storytelling(00:31:44) Creative Downturn in Film Industry(00:51:54) Socially Engaging Movie Theaters for Generation Z(00:57:46) Community Events and Original Content Advocacy

When In Romance
Still No Beverly Jenkins Cinematic Universe…

When In Romance

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 63:25


Jess and Trisha share adaptation news, highlight books by Native and Indigenous romance authors, and remind listeners to send in their recommendation requests. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter! Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book Recommendations help you find your next favorite read with handpicked suggestions from professional book nerds. Get started today from just $18! News: Send your requests for romance recs to wheninromance@bookriot.com ASAP - ideally before the end of October…or close to it. ;-) If you can, bid on something at the Steamy Lit Foundation auction - and/or share the auction before November 2. Here are a lot of adaptations that are coming. We are excited about some! Not so much about others! You'll be able to tell who we think is missing: Red, White & Royal Wedding [Deadline] Adventures in Love and Birding (Here's a video of Sarah listening to the Wait Wait audio.) Reminders of Him [Vulture] People We Meet on Vacation [YouTube Trailer] The Love Hypothesis [Marie Claire] The Bodyguard [The Viewer's Perspective] Savvy Sheldon Feels Good as Hell [The Wrap] Books Discussed: Zomromcom by Olivia Dade The Crownless King by Dria Andersen Yours for the Season by Uzma Jalaluddin The Truth According to Ember and Love is a War Song by Danica Nava Pivot by Anna Pulley Shoot Your Shot by Lexi LaFleur Brown The Road Home by Christina Berry  His Convenient Husband by Robin Covington  Winning the Neonatal Doc's Heart by Amy Ruttan This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Let us know what you're reading, what you're thinking, and what you're thinking about what you're reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Techdirt
The Fictional Censorship Cinematic Universe

Techdirt

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 61:42


Last year, Renée DiResta joined us on an episode of the podcast to talk about her book, Invisible Rulers: The People Who Turn Lies Into Reality, all about the people who have crafted a massive fictional narrative about the state of social media and government's involvement in content moderation. Now that Jim Jordan is celebrating Google's recent letter about the Biden administration and spreading all sorts of false claims about what it says, Renée joins us again to talk about maddening irony and overall craziness of this narrative that just won't go away. Last year's episode: https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/09/techdirt-podcast-episode-397-the-people-who-turn-lies-into-reality/ Renée's book: https://www.reneediresta.com/books/ Our coverage of Google's letter: https://www.techdirt.com/2025/09/25/jim-jordan-celebrates-google-caving-to-his-pressure-in-letter-that-says-caving-to-government-pressure-is-wrong/

TV Tan Podcast
TV Tan 0550: The Mole Man Cinematic Universe

TV Tan Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 66:13


Bill Frost (CityWeekly.net, X96 Radio From Hell) and Tommy Milagro (SlamWrestling.net) talk Sister Wives … Season 20?!, Chad Powers, Nightmares of Nature, On Brand With Jimmy Fallon, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, The Toxic Avenger, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Play Dirty, Abbott Elementary, Shifting Gears, Chicago Med/P.D./Fire, Monster: The Ed Gein Story, The Sisters Grimm, The Lost Bus, V/H/S/Halloween, Steve, Saturday Night Live Season 51, Tony Shaloub: Breaking Bread, Smiling Friends, Rasslin' News, Bill's Movie Korner: Honey Don't and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Peacemaker, Bob's Burgers, The Lowdown, Tulsa King, The Morning Show, Have I Got News For You, and more.Drinking: Huckleberry Smash and Huckleberry Lemonade canned cocktails from OFFICIAL TV Tan sponsor Ogden's Own Distillery.Yell at us (or order a TV Tan T-shirt) @TVTanPodcast on Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, or Gmail.Rate us and comment: Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, Amazon Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn Radio, etc. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tvtanpodcast.substack.com

A Lost Plot
Episode 160: Avengers Infinity War: Is Thanos Overhyped?

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 98:45


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/Find our Avengers: Age of Ultron review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-09-10T04_00_00-07_00 In this episode, the hosts review Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War, discussing their initial impressions, character dynamics, and the role of Thanos as both a villain and a potential main character. They explore the film's reliance on previous Marvel films for context and the effectiveness of its storytelling, particularly in relation to character development and emotional stakes. Through a detailed analysis, they explore how character arcs can span multiple films and how this affects viewer engagement and satisfaction.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avengers: Infinity War' Introduction6:51 Opening Scene14:07 Thanos: The Master Villain20:06 The Hero Debate34:40 Is Thanos the Protagonist?46:44 Series v. Standalone Movies1:13:16 Additional Plot Elements1:26:17 The Setting1:30:51 Lasting Impact#thanos #infinitywar #avengers #avengersassemble #thor #hulk #ironman #captainamerica #alostplot #blackwidow #gamora #filmthoughts #starlord #rocketraccoon #film #storyarc #mcu #marvelstudios 

A Lost Plot
Episode 160: Avengers Infinity War: Is Thanos Overhyped?

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 98:45


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/Find our Avengers: Age of Ultron review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-09-10T04_00_00-07_00 In this episode, the hosts review Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War, discussing their initial impressions, character dynamics, and the role of Thanos as both a villain and a potential main character. They explore the film's reliance on previous Marvel films for context and the effectiveness of its storytelling, particularly in relation to character development and emotional stakes. Through a detailed analysis, they explore how character arcs can span multiple films and how this affects viewer engagement and satisfaction.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avengers: Infinity War' Introduction6:51 Opening Scene14:07 Thanos: The Master Villain20:06 The Hero Debate34:40 Is Thanos the Protagonist?46:44 Series v. Standalone Movies1:13:16 Additional Plot Elements1:26:17 The Setting1:30:51 Lasting Impact#thanos #infinitywar #avengers #avengersassemble #thor #hulk #ironman #captainamerica #alostplot #blackwidow #gamora #filmthoughts #starlord #rocketraccoon #film #storyarc #mcu #marvelstudios 

Schumy Vanna Kaviyangal
S09E05:- Mysskin Cinematic Universe

Schumy Vanna Kaviyangal

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 447:28


In this episode Haashiraamaa Senju along with Monkey Mind, Witcher and new members Zoro and Sanji, explore and talk in detail about the movies made by Mysskin. They observe and decode his work of art with passion and analyse its brilliance.Swag Marvels : www.swagmarvels.comSVK Instagram ID: https://www.instagram.com/schumy_official/ SVK Brotherhood Form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/9RxFJnT3KtS8C85fA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠UPI ID- ⁠schumyvannakaviyangal13@axlUPI ID- ⁠⁠schumyvannakaviyangal13@yblUPI ID -schumyvannakaviyangal13@iblFully Flimy X SVK Merchandise:-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://fullyfilmy.in/collections/svk-collection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------Support Us---------------------------------------- Support Schumy Vanna Kaviyangal if you feel like it 

A Lost Plot
Episode 159: Avengers: Age of Ultron: When AI Calls Itself ‘God’…

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 69:36


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Avengers review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-09-03T20_28_11-07_00 In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the complexities of Avengers Age of Ultron, discussing character arcs, the portrayal of Ultron as a villain, and the film's lasting impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of the film, including its pacing and character development, while also reflecting on the challenges faced by the director, Joss Whedon. The conversation highlights the film's themes of humanity, technology, and the struggle for connection amidst chaos.----------0:00 ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron' Introduction5:01 Opening Scene10:56 Are the Heroes Compelling?16:02 Is Ultron A Compelling Villain?27:01 Escalating Stakes35:17 Thor and Setting Up Future Films40:31 Wanda, Hawkeye, and other Characters44:21 Vision59:01 Lasting Impact#avengers #ageofultron #ironman #tonystark #captainamerica #ultron #vision #scarlettwitch #elizabetholsen #alostplot #hawkeye #hulk #blackwidow #mcu #marvelstudios #podcast #film #filmthoughts #thor 

A Lost Plot
Episode 159: Avengers: Age of Ultron: When AI Calls Itself ‘God’…

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 69:36


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Avengers review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-09-03T20_28_11-07_00 In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the complexities of Avengers Age of Ultron, discussing character arcs, the portrayal of Ultron as a villain, and the film's lasting impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of the film, including its pacing and character development, while also reflecting on the challenges faced by the director, Joss Whedon. The conversation highlights the film's themes of humanity, technology, and the struggle for connection amidst chaos.----------0:00 ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron' Introduction5:01 Opening Scene10:56 Are the Heroes Compelling?16:02 Is Ultron A Compelling Villain?27:01 Escalating Stakes35:17 Thor and Setting Up Future Films40:31 Wanda, Hawkeye, and other Characters44:21 Vision59:01 Lasting Impact#avengers #ageofultron #ironman #tonystark #captainamerica #ultron #vision #scarlettwitch #elizabetholsen #alostplot #hawkeye #hulk #blackwidow #mcu #marvelstudios #podcast #film #filmthoughts #thor 

A Lost Plot
Episode 158: Avengers: A Marvel Storytelling Flop?

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 60:31


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ In this episode, the hosts review the 2012 film 'The Avengers,' discussing its impact on the superhero genre, character development, and the thematic elements of teamwork. They analyze the performances of the main characters, particularly focusing on Loki as the antagonist, and debate the film's lasting influence on future Marvel projects. The conversation highlights the challenges of ensemble storytelling and the emotional stakes involved in the characters' journeys.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avengers' Introduction5:13 Does 'Avengers' Stand on Its Own?10:55 Are the Main Characters Compelling?22:23 Are Their Character Arcs Believable?46:28 The Villain: Loki55:25 Lasting Impact#avengers #mcu #loki #thanos #avengersassemble #alostplot #filmthoughts #marvelstudios #thor #captainamerica #tonystark #ironman #hulk #brucebanner #blackwidow #hawkeye #tesserect #superherofilms 

A Lost Plot
Episode 158: Avengers: A Marvel Storytelling Flop?

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 60:31


Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ In this episode, the hosts review the 2012 film 'The Avengers,' discussing its impact on the superhero genre, character development, and the thematic elements of teamwork. They analyze the performances of the main characters, particularly focusing on Loki as the antagonist, and debate the film's lasting influence on future Marvel projects. The conversation highlights the challenges of ensemble storytelling and the emotional stakes involved in the characters' journeys.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Avengers' Introduction5:13 Does 'Avengers' Stand on Its Own?10:55 Are the Main Characters Compelling?22:23 Are Their Character Arcs Believable?46:28 The Villain: Loki55:25 Lasting Impact#avengers #mcu #loki #thanos #avengersassemble #alostplot #filmthoughts #marvelstudios #thor #captainamerica #tonystark #ironman #hulk #brucebanner #blackwidow #hawkeye #tesserect #superherofilms 

DrinkIN GeekOUT
Sony's Spider-man? Cinematic Universe

DrinkIN GeekOUT

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 58:44


This week the geeks are continuing the action packed August with the Sony's Spider-man Cinematic Universe: Venom 1,2,3 - Madame Web - Kraven the Hunter - MorbiusBeer for the Episode: 2Tom's Jelly of the Month ClubSupport us:Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DrinkINGeekOUTExclusive DiGo T-Shirts https://drinkingeekout.threadless.com/Another Place for T-Shirts https://drinkingeekout.dashery.com/Alt https://www.teepublic.com/stores/drinkin-geekoutLinks:https://www.instagram.com/drinkingeekout/https://www.threads.net/@drinkingeekouthttps://www.tiktok.com/@drinkingeekouthttps://bsky.app/profile/drinkingeekout.bsky.socialhttps://www.x.com/drinkingeekouthttps://www.facebook.com/DrinkINgeekOut/https://www.drinkingeekout.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slow Burn
Decoder Ring | The Boston Cinematic Universe

Slow Burn

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:37


This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decoder Ring
The Boston Cinematic Universe

Decoder Ring

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:37


This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slate Culture
Decoder Ring | The Boston Cinematic Universe

Slate Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:37


This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Slate Daily Feed
Decoder Ring | The Boston Cinematic Universe

Slate Daily Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 49:37


This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown's particularities, crimes, crops, class conflicts, and accents, from The Departed to The Town. Why does a city smaller than El Paso or Jacksonville loom so large in the cinematic imagination? Why does Boston have a movie subgenre all its own? What makes a Boston movie a Boston movie? With the help of three guests—film critic Ty Burr; Lisa Simmons, founder of the Roxbury International Film Festival; and Boston University linguist Danny Erker—we look closely at the history and heyday of the Boston movie: how The Friends of Eddie Coyle set the template, Good Will Hunting shoved the door wide open, and Mystic River ushered in an imperial phase. We discuss the importance of race and class to the Boston movie and the city itself, the role of homegrown movie stars like Ben Affleck and Mark Wahlberg, and, of course, the best and worst of Boston accents on film. This episode of Decoder Ring was produced by Willa Paskin and Max Freedman. Our team also includes Katie Shepherd and supervising producer Evan Chung. Merritt Jacob is Slate's Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Films referenced in this episode: The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) Love Story (1970) The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973) The Brink's Job (1978) The Verdict (1982) Quiz Show (1994) Good Will Hunting (1997) Squeeze (1997) Monument Ave. (1998) The Boondock Saints (1999) Southie (1999) Lift (2001) Blue Hill Avenue (2001) Mystic River (2003) Fever Pitch (2005) The Departed (2006) Gone Baby Gone (2007) The Fighter (2010) The Town (2010) Ted (2012) Ted 2 (2015) Black Mass (2015) Spotlight (2015) Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Vergecast
The James Bond Cinematic Universe

The Vergecast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 93:57


On this episode, we're diving deep into new ideas about old things. First, Framework CEO Nirav Patel joins David and The Verge's Sean Hollister to talk about Framework's new Laptop 12 and Desktop, plus the company's plan to bring its upgradeable, repairable ethos to other gadgets. After that, Daring Fireball's John Gruber joins the show to talk about the future of James Bond, now that Amazon has complete creative control over the 007 franchise. Do we want to live in the James Bond Cinematic Universe? Finally, we answer a question on the Vergecast Hotline about using smart glasses to replace your computer monitor. Further reading: Framework wants to fix the budget laptop with its first touchscreen machine Mint and pink: a closer look at the backflipping Framework Laptop 12 Framework's first tiny Desktop beautifully straddles the line between cute and badass Framework Desktop hands-on: a possible new direction for gaming desktops ‘We're nowhere near done with Framework Laptop 16' says Framework CEO Amazon now has creative control over the James Bond franchise Amazon buys MGM for $8.45 billion From David Smith: The Talk Show Bond Anthology From Daring Fireball: Amazon MGM Studios Takes Creative Control Over James Bond Franchise Xreal's new glasses are a surprisingly good TV for your face The smart glasses era is here — I got a first look Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices