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https://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?sid=tindogpodcast&_pgn=1&isRefine=true&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l49496 Atlantis: The Lost Empire is a 2001 American animated science fiction adventure film directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise, produced by Don Hahn, and written by Tab Murphy. Produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation, it stars Michael J. Fox, James Garner, Cree Summer, Don Novello, Phil Morris, Claudia Christian, Jacqueline Obradors, Florence Stanley, David Ogden Stiers, John Mahoney, Jim Varney, Corey Burton and Leonard Nimoy. Set in 1914, the film follows young linguist Milo Thatch, who gains possession of a sacred book, which he believes will guide him and a crew of mercenaries to the lost city of Atlantis. Development of the film began after production had finished on The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996). Instead of another musical, directors Trousdale and Wise, producer Hahn, and screenwriter Murphy decided to do an adventure film inspired by the works of Jules Verne. Atlantis: The Lost Empire was notable for adopting the distinctive visual style of comic book artist Mike Mignola, one of the film's production designers. The film made greater use of computer-generated imagery (CGI) than any of Disney's previous traditionally animated features and remains one of the few to have been shot in anamorphic format. Linguist Marc Okrand constructed an Atlantean language specifically for use in the film. James Newton Howard provided the film's musical score. The film was released at a time when audience interest in animated films was shifting away from traditional animation toward films with full CGI. Atlantis: The Lost Empire premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on June 3, 2001, and went into its general release on June 15. The film received mixed reviews from critics. Budgeted at around $90–120 million, Atlantis grossed over $186 million worldwide, $84 million of which was earned in North America; its lackluster box office response was identified as a result of being released in competition with Shrek, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, The Fast and the Furious and Dr. Dolittle 2. As a result of the film's box office failure, Disney cancelled a planned spin-off animated television series, Team Atlantis; an underwater Disneyland attraction; and a volcanic Magic Kingdom attraction based on it. Atlantis was nominated for several awards, including seven Annie Awards, and won Best Sound Editing at the 2002 Golden Reel Awards. The film was released on VHS and DVD on January 29, 2002, and on Blu-ray on June 11, 2013. Despite its initial reception, reception in later years became favorable and has given Atlantis a cult following[5] and reappraisal from critics as a mistreated classic, due in part to Mignola's unique artistic influence.[6][7] A direct-to-video sequel, Atlantis: Milo's Return, was released in 2003. Plot In 1914 Washington, D.C., archaeo-linguist Milo Thatch obsesses over finding the legendary lost city of Atlantis, believed to have sunk thousands of years ago. His employers ridicule his theories, but he gains an unexpected ally in eccentric millionaire Preston B. Whitmore, a friend of Milo's deceased adventurer grandfather who also sought the city. Determined to honor his old friend's quest, Whitmore recruits Milo for an expedition to Atlantis, having recently uncovered the Shepherd's Journal, an ancient Atlantean manuscript that contains directions to the lost city. Aboard the submarine Ulysses, Milo meets his teammates: Commander Lyle Tiberius Rourke, Lieutenant Helga Sinclair, demolitions expert Vincenzo Santorini, geologist Gaetan "Mole" Molière, medical officer Joshua Sweet, mechanic Audrey Ramirez, radio operator Wilhelmina Packard, mess cook Jebidiah "Cookie" Farnsworth, and a platoon of mercenaries. Upon reaching a cave entrance leading to the lost city, the submarine is destroyed by a massive mechanical leviathan, killing most of the crew. Milo and the survivors escape in smaller craft, navigating through the cave to emerge among ancient ruins. Milo translates the journal, guiding the team through caves beneath a dormant volcano until they reach the worn remains of Atlantis. There, they are greeted by Princess Kidagakash "Kida" Nedakh, who, despite being around 8,500 years old, has the appearance of a young woman. She leads them to her father, King Kashekim, who orders them to leave. Learning that Milo can read their language—a skill lost to the Atlanteans over millennia—Kida asks for his help in uncovering their forgotten history and highly-advanced technology, without which the city has declined and resources have dwindled. Milo learns that Atlantis is powered by the Heart of Atlantis, a massive crystal that grants longevity and health to its citizens through the smaller crystals they carry. Rourke betrays Milo and the Atlanteans, revealing his true intention to steal the Heart for profit, despite knowing the Atlanteans will perish without it. He mortally wounds the King while seizing control and uncovers the crystal's hidden location beneath the city. Sensing the danger, the crystal merges with Kida, who is then captured by Rourke. He departs with the crystallized Kida and his mercenaries, except for Vincenzo, Molière, Sweet, Audrey, Packard, and Cookie, who refuse to take part in the Atlanteans' destruction. Before dying, the King reveals that Atlantis was devastated by a megatsunami after he attempted to weaponize the crystal's vast power. To protect the city, the crystal merged with a royal family member, Kida's mother. This created a protective dome over the city's inner district, shielding it from total destruction as Atlantis sank beneath the waves, but Kida's mother never returned. To prevent the crystal from ever merging with Kida, the King hid it, inadvertently accelerating Atlantis' decline. He warns Milo that Kida will be lost forever if she is not soon separated from the crystal and pleads with him to save her. Alongside his allies, Milo rallies the Atlanteans to reactivate their long-dormant flying machines. Together, they eliminate Rourke and his mercenaries in the volcano. Milo and the others fly the crystallized Kida back to Atlantis as the volcano erupts. Kida ascends into the air and awakens Stone Guardians, who erect a barrier that shields the city from the lava flow. With Atlantis saved, the crystal separates from Kida and remains suspended in the sky. Milo chooses to stay in Atlantis with Kida, having fallen in love with her. Before returning to the surface, Vincenzo, Molière, Sweet, Audrey, Packard, and Cookie each receive a small crystal and a share of treasure. The six reunite with Preston on the surface and agree to keep their adventure a secret to protect Atlantis. Preston opens a package from Milo containing his own crystal and a note thanking him. The newly crowned Queen Kida and Milo carve a stone effigy of her father to join those of past rulers floating beside the Heart of Atlantis, as the city stands restored to its former glory. Voice cast Production layout sketch of Milo and Kida. Milo's character design was based in part on sketches of the film's language consultant, Marc Okrand. Michael J. Fox as Milo James Thatch, a linguist and cartographer at the Smithsonian who was recruited to decipher The Shepherd's Journal while directing an expedition to Atlantis. James Garner as Commander Lyle Tiberius Rourke, the leader of the band of mercenaries for the Atlantean expedition. Cree Summer as Kidagakash "Kida" Nedakh, the Princess of Atlantis and Milo's love interest. Natalie Strom provided dialogue for Kida as a young child. Summer also voiced the unnamed Queen of Atlantis, Kida's mother and Kashekim's wife who was "chosen" by the Crystal during the sinking of the city. John Mahoney as Preston B. Whitmore, an eccentric millionaire who funds the expedition to Atlantis. Lloyd Bridges was originally cast and recorded as Whitmore, but he died before completing the film. Mahoney's zest and vigor led to Whitmore's personality being reworked for the film.[8] Claudia Christian as Lieutenant Helga Katrina Sinclair, Rourke's German-born second-in-command. Don Novello as Vincenzo "Vinny" Santorini, an Italian demolitions expert. Phil Morris as Dr. Joshua Strongbear Sweet, a medic of African-American and Arapaho descent. Jacqueline Obradors as Audrey Rocio Ramirez, a Puerto Rican mechanic and the youngest member of the expedition. Corey Burton as Gaetan "Mole" Molière, a French geologist who acts like a mole. Jim Varney as Jebidiah Allardyce "Cookie" Farnsworth, a Western-style chuckwagon chef. Varney died in February 2000, before the production ended, and the film was dedicated to his memory. Steven Barr recorded supplemental dialogue for Cookie. Florence Stanley as Wilhelmina Bertha Packard: an elderly, sarcastic, chain-smoking radio operator who is also the expedition's photographer. Leonard Nimoy as Kashekim Nedakh, the King of Atlantis and Kida's father. David Ogden Stiers as Fenton Q. Harcourt, a board member of the Smithsonian Institution who dismisses Milo's belief in the existence of Atlantis. Production Development The production team visited New Mexico's Carlsbad Caverns to get a sense of the underground spaces depicted in the film. The idea for Atlantis: The Lost Empire was conceived in October 1996 when Don Hahn, Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise, and Tab Murphy lunched at a Mexican restaurant in Burbank, California. Having recently completed The Hunchback of Notre Dame,[9] the producer, directors and screenwriter wanted to keep the Hunchback crew together for another film with an "Adventureland" setting rather than a "Fantasyland" setting.[10] Drawing inspiration from Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864) and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas (1870), they set out to make a film which would fully explore Atlantis (compared to the brief visit depicted in Verne's novel).[11] While primarily utilizing the Internet to research the mythology of Atlantis,[12] the filmmakers became interested in the clairvoyant readings of Edgar Cayce and decided to incorporate some of his ideas—notably that of a mother-crystal which provides power, healing, and longevity to the Atlanteans—into the story.[13] They also visited museums and old army installations to study the technology of the early 20th century (the film's time period), and traveled underground in New Mexico's Carlsbad Caverns to view the subterranean trails which would serve as a model for the approach to Atlantis in the film.[14] The filmmakers wanted to avoid the common depiction of Atlantis as "crumbled Greek columns underwater", said Wise.[15] "From the get-go, we were committed to designing it top to bottom. Let's get the architectural style, clothing, heritage, customs, how they would sleep, and how they would speak. So we brought people on board who would help us develop those ideas."[16] Art director David Goetz stated, "We looked at Mayan architecture, styles of ancient, unusual architecture from around the world, and the directors really liked the look of Southeast Asian architecture."[17] The team later took ideas from other architectural forms, including Cambodian, Indian, and Tibetan works.[18] Hahn added, "If you take and deconstruct architecture from around the world into one architectural vocabulary, that's what our Atlantis looks like."[19] The overall design and circular layout of Atlantis were also based on the writings of Plato,[18] and his quote "in a single day and night of misfortune, the island of Atlantis disappeared into the depths of the sea"[20] was influential from the beginning of production.[9] The crew wore T-shirts which read "ATLANTIS—Fewer songs, more explosions" due to the film's plan as an action-adventure (unlike previous Disney animated features, which were musicals).[21] Language The Atlantean letter A, created by artist John Emerson. Kirk Wise noted that its design was a treasure map showing the path to the crystal, "The Heart of Atlantis". Main article: Atlantean language Marc Okrand, who developed the Klingon language for the Star Trek television and theatrical productions, was hired to devise the Atlantean language for Atlantis: The Lost Empire. Guided by the directors' initial concept for it to be a "mother-language", Okrand employed an Indo-European word stock with its own grammatical structure. He would change the words if they began to sound too much like an actual, spoken language.[16] John Emerson designed the written component, making hundreds of random sketches of individual letters from among which the directors chose the best to represent the Atlantean alphabet.[22][23] The written language was boustrophedon: designed to be read left-to-right on the first line, then right-to-left on the second, continuing in a zigzag pattern to simulate the flow of water.[24] The Atlantean [A] is a shape developed by John Emerson. It is a miniature map of the city of Atlantis (i.e., the outside of the swirl is the cave, the inside shape is the silhouette of the city, and the dot is the location of the crystal). It's a treasure map. — Kirk Wise, director[25] Writing Joss Whedon was the first writer to be involved with the film but soon left to work on other Disney projects. According to him, he "had not a shred" in the movie.[26] Tab Murphy completed the screenplay, stating that the time from initially discussing the story to producing a script that satisfied the film crew was "about three to four months".[27] The initial draft was 155 pages, much longer than a typical Disney film script (which usually runs 90 pages). When the first two acts were timed at 120 minutes, the directors cut characters and sequences and focused more on Milo. Murphy said that he created the centuries-old Shepherd's Journal because he needed a map for the characters to follow throughout their journey.[28] A revised version of the script eliminated the trials encountered by the explorers as they navigated the caves to Atlantis. This gave the film a faster pace because Atlantis is discovered earlier in the story.[29] The directors often described the Atlanteans using Egypt as an example. When Napoleon wandered into Egypt, the people had lost track of their once-great civilization. They were surrounded by artifacts of their former greatness but somehow unaware of what they meant. — Don Hahn, producer[30] The character of Milo J. Thatch was originally supposed to be a descendant of Edward Teach, otherwise known as Blackbeard the pirate. The directors later related him to an explorer so he would discover his inner talent for exploration.[31] The character of Molière was originally intended to be "professorial" but Chris Ure, a story artist, changed the concept to that of a "horrible little burrowing creature with a wacky coat and strange headgear with extending eyeballs", said Wise.[32][33] Don Hahn pointed out that the absence of songs presented a challenge for a team accustomed to animating musicals, as action scenes alone would have to carry the film. Kirk Wise said it gave the team an opportunity for more on-screen character development: "We had more screen time available to do a scene like where Milo and the explorers are camping out and learning about one another's histories. An entire sequence is devoted to having dinner and going to bed. That is not typically something we would have the luxury of doing."[16] Hahn stated that the first animated sequence completed during production was the film's prologue. The original version featured a Viking war party using The Shepherd's Journal to find Atlantis and being swiftly dispatched by the Leviathan. Near the end of production, story supervisor John Sanford told the directors that he felt this prologue did not give viewers enough emotional involvement with the Atlanteans. Despite knowing that the Viking prologue was finished and it would cost additional time and money to alter the scene, the directors agreed with Sanford. Trousdale went home and completed the storyboards later that evening after visiting a strip club where he boarded the new sequence on a napkin.[34] The opening was replaced by a sequence depicting the destruction of Atlantis, which introduced the film from the perspective of the Atlanteans and Princess Kida.[35] The Viking prologue is included as an extra feature on the DVD release.[36] Casting Kirk Wise, one of the directors, said that they chose Michael J. Fox for the role of Milo because they felt he gave his characters his own personality and made them more believable on screen. Fox said that voice acting was much easier than his past experience with live action because he did not have to worry about what he looked like in front of a camera while delivering his lines.[37] The directors mentioned that Fox was also offered a role for Titan A.E.; he allowed his son to choose which film he would work on, and he chose Atlantis.[38] Viewers have noted similarities between Milo and the film's language consultant, Marc Okrand, who developed the Atlantean language used in the film. Okrand stated that Milo's supervising animator, John Pomeroy, sketched him, claiming not to know how a linguist looked or acted.[24] Kida's supervising animator, Randy Haycock, stated that her actress, Cree Summer, was very "intimidating" when he first met her; this influenced how he wanted Kida to look and act on screen when she meets Milo.[39] Wise chose James Garner for the role of Commander Lyle Tiberius Rourke because of his previous experience with action films, especially war and Western films, and said the role "fits him like a glove". When asked if he would be interested in the role, Garner replied: "I'd do it in a heartbeat."[40] Producer Don Hahn was saddened that Jim Varney, the voice of Jebidiah Allardyce "Cookie" Farnsworth, never saw the finished film before he died of lung cancer in February 2000, but mentioned that he was shown clips of his character's performance during his site sessions and said, "He loved it." Shawn Keller, supervising animator for Cookie, stated, "It was kind of a sad fact that [Varney] knew that he was not going to be able to see this film before he passed away. He did a bang-up job doing the voice work, knowing the fact that he was never gonna see his last performance." Steven Barr recorded supplemental dialogue for Cookie.[41] John Mahoney, who voiced Preston Whitmore, stated that doing voice work was "freeing" and allowed him to be "big" and "outrageous" with his character.[42] Dr. Joshua Sweet's supervising animator, Ron Husband, indicated that one of the challenges was animating Sweet in sync with Phil Morris' rapid line delivery while keeping him believable. Morris stated that this character was extreme, with "no middle ground"; he mentioned, "When he was happy, he was really happy, and when he's solemn, he's real solemn."[43] Claudia Christian described her character, Lieutenant Helga Katrina Sinclair, as "sensual" and "striking", and was relieved when she finally saw what her character looked like, joking, "I'd hate to, you know, go through all this and find out my character is a toad."[44] Jacqueline Obradors said her character, Audrey Rocio Ramirez, made her "feel like a little kid again" and she always hoped her sessions would last longer.[45] Florence Stanley felt that her character, Wilhelmina Bertha Packard, was very "cynical" and "secure": "She does her job, and when she is not busy, she does anything she wants."[46] Corey Burton mentioned that finding his performance as Gaetan "Mole" Molière was by allowing the character to "leap out" of him while making funny voices. To get into character during his recording sessions, he stated that he would "throw myself into the scene and feel like I'm in this make-believe world".[47] Kirk Wise and Russ Edmonds, supervising animator for Vincenzo "Vinny" Santorini, noted Vinny's actor Don Novello's unique ability to improvise dialogue while voicing the role. Edmonds recalled, "[Novello] would look at the sheet, and he would read the line that was written once, and he would never read it again! And we never used a written line, it was improvs, the whole movie."[48] Michael Cedeno, supervising animator for King Kashekim Nedakh, was astounded at Leonard Nimoy's voice talent in the role, stating that he had "so much rich character" in his performance. As he spoke his lines, Cedeno said the crew would sit there and watch Nimoy in astonishment.[49] Animation For comparison, the top image (panoramic view of Atlantis) is cropped to Disney's standard aspect ratio (1.66:1); the bottom image was seen in the film (2.35:1). At the peak of its production, 350 animators, artists and technicians were working on Atlantis[50] at all three Disney animation studios: Walt Disney Feature Animation (Burbank, California), Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida (Orlando), and Disney Animation France (Paris).[51] The film was one of the few Disney animated features produced and shot in 35mm anamorphic format. The directors felt that a widescreen image was crucial, as a nostalgic reference to old action-adventure films presented in the CinemaScope format (2.35:1), noting Raiders of the Lost Ark as an inspiration.[52] Because switching to the format would require animation desks and equipment designed for widescreen to be purchased, Disney executives were at first reluctant about the idea.[16] The production team found a simple solution by drawing within a smaller frame on the same paper and equipment used for standard aspect ratio (1.66:1) Disney-animated films.[52] Layout supervisor Ed Ghertner wrote a guide to the widescreen format for use by the layout artists and mentioned that one advantage of widescreen was that he could keep characters in scenes longer because of additional space to walk within the frame.[53] Wise drew further inspiration for the format from filmmakers David Lean and Akira Kurosawa.[16] The film's visual style was strongly based upon that of Mike Mignola, the comic book artist behind Hellboy. Mignola was one of four production designers (along with Matt Codd, Jim Martin, and Ricardo Delgado) hired by the Disney studio for the film. Accordingly, he provided style guides, preliminary character, and background designs, and story ideas.[54] "Mignola's graphic, the angular style was a key influence on the 'look' of the characters," stated Wise.[55] Mignola was surprised when first contacted by the studio to work on Atlantis.[56] His artistic influence on the film would later contribute to a cult following.[57] I remember watching a rough cut of the film and these characters have these big, square, weird hands. I said to the guy next to me, "Those are cool hands." And he says to me, "Yeah, they're your hands. We had a whole meeting about how to do your hands." It was so weird I couldn't wrap my brain around it. — Mike Mignola[56] The final pull-out shot of the movie, immediately before the end-title card, was described by the directors as the most difficult shot in the history of Disney animation. They said that the pull-out attempt on their prior film, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, "struggled" and "lacked depth"; however, after making advances in the process of multiplaning, they tried the technique again in Atlantis. The shot begins with one 16-inch (40.6 cm) piece of paper showing a close-up of Milo and Kida. As the camera pulls away from them to reveal the newly restored Atlantis, it reaches the equivalent of an 18,000-inch (46,000 cm) piece of paper composed of many individual pieces of paper (24 inches [61 cm] or smaller). Each piece was carefully drawn and combined with animated vehicles simultaneously flying across the scene to make the viewer see a complete, integrated image.[58] Scale model of Ulysses submarine by Greg Aronowitz, used by digital animators as reference during production.[59] At the time of its release, Atlantis: The Lost Empire was notable for using more computer-generated imagery (CGI) than any other Disney traditionally animated feature. To increase productivity, the directors had the digital artists work with the traditional animators throughout the production. Several important scenes required heavy use of digital animation: the Leviathan, the Ulysses submarine and sub-pods, the Heart of Atlantis, and the Stone Giants.[60] During production, after Matt Codd and Jim Martin designed the Ulysses on paper, Greg Aronowitz was hired to build a scale model of the submarine, to be used as a reference for drawing the 3D Ulysses.[59] The final film included 362 digital-effects shots, and computer programs were used to seamlessly join the 2D and 3D artwork.[61] One scene that took advantage of this was the "sub-drop" scene, where the 3D Ulysses was dropped from its docking bay into the water. As the camera floated toward it, a 2D Milo was drawn to appear inside, tracking the camera. The crew noted that it was challenging to keep the audience from noticing the difference between the 2D and 3D drawings when they were merged.[62] The digital production also gave the directors a unique "virtual camera" for complicated shots within the film. With the ability to operate in the z-plane, this camera moved through a digital wire-frame set; the background and details were later hand-drawn over the wireframes. This was used in the opening flight scene through Atlantis and the submarine chase through the undersea cavern with the Leviathan in pursuit.[63] Music and sound Since the film would not feature any songs, the directors hired James Newton Howard to compose the score after they heard his music on Dinosaur. Approaching it as a live-action film, Howard decided to have different musical themes for the cultures of the surface world and Atlantis. In the case of Atlantis, Howard chose an Indonesian orchestral sound incorporating chimes, bells, and gongs. The directors told Howard that the film would have a number of key scenes without dialogue; the score would need to convey emotionally what the viewer was seeing on screen.[64] Gary Rydstrom and his team at Skywalker Sound were hired for the film's sound production.[65] Like Howard, Rydstrom employed different sounds for the two cultures. Focusing on the machine and mechanical sounds of the early industrial era for the explorers, he felt that the Atlanteans should have a "more organic" sound utilizing ceramics and pottery. The sound made by the Atlantean flying-fish vehicles posed a particular challenge. Rydstrom revealed that he was sitting at the side of a highway recording one day when a semi-truck drove by at high speed. When the recording was sped up on his computer, he felt it sounded very organic, and decided to use it in the film. Rydstrom created the harmonic chiming of the Heart of Atlantis by rubbing his finger along the edge of a champagne flute, the sound of sub-pods moving through the water with a water pick, while a ceramic pot from a garden store was used for the sounds of the movement of the Giant stone guardians.[66] Release Atlantis: The Lost Empire had its world premiere at Disney's El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on June 3, 2001[67] and a limited release in New York City and Los Angeles on June 8; a wider release followed on June 15.[4][61] At the premiere, Destination: Atlantis was on display, featuring behind-the-scenes props from the film and information on the legend of Atlantis with video games, displays, laser tag, and other attractions. The Aquarium of the Pacific also loaned a variety of fish for display within the attraction.[68] Promotion Atlantis was among Disney's first major attempts to utilize internet marketing. The film was promoted through Kellogg's, which created a website with mini-games and a movie-based video game give-away for UPC labels from specially marked packages of Atlantis breakfast cereal.[50] The film was one of Disney's first marketing attempts through mobile network operators, and allowed users to download games based on the film.[69] McDonald's (which had an exclusive licensing agreement on all Disney releases) promoted the film with Happy Meal toys, food packaging and in-store decor. The McDonald's advertising campaign involved television, radio, and print advertisements beginning on the film's release date.[70] Frito-Lay offered free admission tickets for the film on specially marked snack packages.[71] Home media Atlantis: The Lost Empire was released on VHS and DVD on January 29, 2002.[72] During the first month of its home release, the film led in VHS sales and was third in VHS and DVD sales combined.[73] Sales and rentals of the VHS and DVD combined would eventually accumulate $157 million in revenue by mid-2003.[74] Both a single-disc DVD edition and a two-disc collector's edition (with bonus features) were released. The single-disc DVD gave the viewer the option of viewing the film either in its original theatrical 2.39:1 aspect ratio or a modified 1.33:1 ratio (utilizing pan and scan). Bonus features available on the DVD version included audio and visual commentary from the film team, a virtual tour of the CGI models, an Atlantean-language tutorial, an encyclopedia on the myth of Atlantis, and the deleted Viking prologue scene.[72] The two-disc collector's edition DVD contained all the single-disc features and a disc with supplemental material detailing all aspects of the film's production. The collector's-edition film could only be viewed in its original theatrical ratio, and also featured an optional DTS 5.1 track. Both DVD versions, however, contained a Dolby Digital 5.1 track and were THX certified.[72][75] Disney digitally remastered and released Atlantis on Blu-ray on June 11, 2013, bundled with its sequel Atlantis: Milo's Return.[76] Reception Box office Before the film's release, reporters speculated that it would have a difficult run due to competition from Shrek and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Regarding the market's shift from traditional animation and competition with CG-animated films, Kirk Wise said, "Any traditional animator, including myself, can't help but feel a twinge. I think it always comes down to story and character, and one form won't replace the other. Just like photography didn't replace painting. But maybe I'm blind to it."[61] Jeff Jensen of Entertainment Weekly noted that CGI films (such as Shrek) were more likely to attract the teenage demographic typically not interested in animation, and called Atlantis a "marketing and creative gamble".[77] With a budget of $100 million,[3] the film opened at #2 on its debut weekend, behind Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, earning $20.3 million in 3,011 theaters.[78] During its second weekend, it would drop into fourth place behind the latter film, Dr. Dolittle 2 and The Fast and the Furious, making $13.2 million.[79] The film's international release began September 20 in Australia and other markets followed suit.[80] During its 25-week theatrical run, Atlantis: The Lost Empire grossed over $186 million worldwide ($84 million from the United States and Canada).[4] Responding to its disappointing box-office performance, Thomas Schumacher, then-president of Walt Disney Feature Animation, said, "It seemed like a good idea at the time to not do a sweet fairy tale, but we missed."[81] Critical response Atlantis: The Lost Empire received mixed reviews from critics,[82][83][84] many of whom criticized its story.[85] The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reports that 48% of 144 professional critics have given Atlantis: The Lost Empire a positive review; the average rating is 5.5/10. The site's consensus is: "Atlantis provides a fast-paced spectacle, but stints on such things as character development and a coherent plot".[86] Metacritic assigned the film a weighted average score of 52 out of 100 based on 29 reviews from critics, indicating "mixed or average" reviews.[87] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A" on an A+ to F scale.[88] While critics had mixed reactions to the film in general, some praised it for its visuals, action-adventure elements, and attempt to appeal to an older audience. Roger Ebert gave Atlantis three-and-a-half stars out of four. He praised the animation's "clean bright visual look" and the "classic energy of the comic book style", crediting this to the work of Mike Mignola. Ebert gave particular praise to the story and the final battle scene and wrote, "The story of Atlantis is rousing in an old pulp science fiction sort of way, but the climactic scene transcends the rest, and stands by itself as one of the great animated action sequences."[89] In The New York Times, Elvis Mitchell gave high praise to the film, calling it "a monumental treat", and stated, "Atlantis is also one of the most eye-catching Disney cartoons since Uncle Walt institutionalized the four-fingered glove."[90] Internet film critic James Berardinelli wrote a positive review of the film, giving it three out of four stars. He wrote, "On the whole, Atlantis offers 90 minutes of solid entertainment, once again proving that while Disney may be clueless when it comes to producing good live-action movies, they are exactly the opposite when it comes to their animated division."[91] Wesley Morris of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote positively of the film's approach for an older audience: "But just beneath the surface, Atlantis brims with adult possibility."[92] Other critics felt that the film was mediocre in regards to its story and characters, and that it failed to deliver as a non-musical to Disney's traditional audience. Owen Gleiberman of Entertainment Weekly gave the film a C+ rating, writing that the film had "gee-whiz formulaic character" and was "the essence of craft without dream".[93] Kenneth Turan of the Los Angeles Times said the storyline and characterizations were "old-fashioned" and the film had the retrograde look of a Saturday-morning cartoon, but these deficiencies were offset by its "brisk action" and frantic pace.[94] Todd McCarthy of Variety wrote, "Disney pushes into all-talking, no-singing, no-dancing and, in the end, no-fun animated territory."[95] Stephanie Zacharek of Salon wrote of Disney's attempt to make the film for an adult audience, "The big problem with Disney's latest animated feature, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, is that it doesn't seem geared to kids at all: It's so adult that it's massively boring."[96] Rita Kempley of The Washington Post panned the film, calling it a "new-fashioned but old-fangled hash" and wrote, "Ironically Disney had hoped to update its image with this mildly diverting adventure, yet the picture hasn't really broken away from the tried-and-true format spoofed in the far superior Shrek."[97] In 2015, Katharine Trendacosta at io9 reviewed the film and called it a "Beautiful Gem of a Movie That Deserved Better Than It Got" and said that the film deserves more love than it ended up getting.[6] Lindsay Teal considers "Atlantis" to be "a lost Disney classic". Describing the film as highly entertaining, she praises the writing and characterisation – in particular, Sweet, Helga and Kida.[7] In particular, much praise has been given to the character of Kida.[98] Summer has regarded the character of Kida as one of her favourite roles and even considers the character among the official Disney Princess line-up. Themes and interpretations Several critics and scholars have noted that Atlantis plays strongly on themes of anti-capitalism and anti-imperialism. M. Keith Booker, academic and author of studies about the implicit messages conveyed by media, views the character of Rourke as being motivated by "capitalist greed" when he pursues "his own financial gain" in spite of the knowledge that "his theft [of the crystal] will lead to the destruction of [Atlantis]".[99] Religion journalist Mark Pinsky, in his exploration of moral and spiritual themes in popular Disney films, says that "it is impossible to read the movie ... any other way" than as "a devastating, unrelenting attack on capitalism and American imperialism".[100] Max Messier of FilmCritic.com observes, "Disney even manages to lambast the capitalist lifestyle of the adventurers intent on uncovering the lost city. Damn the imperialists!"[101] According to Booker, the film also "delivers a rather segregationist moral" by concluding with the discovery of the Atlanteans kept secret from other surface-dwellers in order to maintain a separation between the two highly divergent cultures.[102] Others saw Atlantis as an interesting look at utopian philosophy of the sort found in classic works of science fiction by H. G. Wells and Jules Verne.[103] Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water controversy When the film was released, some viewers noticed that Atlantis: The Lost Empire was similar to the 1990-91 anime Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water, particularly in its character design, setting, and story.[104] The similarities, as noted by viewers in both Japan and America, were strong enough for its production company Gainax to be called to sue for plagiarism. According to Gainax member Yasuhiro Takeda, they only refrained from doing so because the decision belonged to parent companies NHK and Toho.[105] Another Gainax worker, Hiroyuki Yamaga, was quoted in an interview in 2000 as saying: "We actually tried to get NHK to pick a fight with Disney, but even the National Television Network of Japan didn't dare to mess with Disney and their lawyers. [...] We actually did say that but we wouldn't actually take them to court. We would be so terrified about what they would do to them in return that we wouldn't dare."[105] Although Disney never responded formally to those claims, co-director Kirk Wise posted on a Disney animation newsgroup in May 2001, "Never heard of Nadia till it was mentioned in this [newsgroup]. Long after we'd finished production, I might add." He claimed both Atlantis and Nadia were inspired, in part, by the 1870 Jules Verne novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas.[106] However, speaking about the clarification, Lee Zion from Anime News Network wrote, "There are too many similarities not connected with 20,000 Leagues for the whole thing to be coincidence."[107] As such, the whole affair ultimately entered popular culture as a convincing case of plagiarism.[108][109][110] In 2018, Reuben Baron from Comic Book Resources added to Zion's comment stating, "Verne didn't specifically imagine magic crystal-based technology, something featured in both the Disney movie and the too similar anime. The Verne inspiration also doesn't explain the designs being suspiciously similar to Nadia's."[110] Critics also saw parallels with the 1986 film Laputa: Castle in the Sky from Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli (which also featured magic crystals, and Atlantis directors Trousdale and Wise both acknowledged Miyazaki's works as a major influence on their own work)[104] and with the 1994 film Stargate as Milo's characteristics were said to resemble those of Daniel Jackson, the protagonist of Stargate and its spinoff television series Stargate SG-1 — which coincidentally launched its own spinoff, titled Stargate Atlantis; the plot of the 1994 film is also paralleled involving a group visiting an unknown world, a fictional language made for the other world's people, the main protagonist having apparent knowledge of the people's culture, falling in love with one of the female locals and electing to stay behind when the others return home.[111] Accolades Award Category Name Result 29th Annie Awards[112] Individual Achievement in Directing Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise Nominated Individual Achievement in Storyboarding Chris Ure Nominated Individual Achievement in Production Design David Goetz Nominated Individual Achievement in Effects Animation Marlon West Nominated Individual Achievement in Voice Acting – Female Florence Stanley Nominated Individual Achievement in Voice Acting – Male Leonard Nimoy Nominated Individual Achievement for Music Score James Newton Howard Nominated 2002 DVD Exclusive Awards[113] Original Retrospective Documentary Michael Pellerin Nominated 2002 Golden Reel Award[114] Best Sound Editing – Animated Feature Film Gary Rydstrom, Michael Silvers, Mary Helen Leasman, John K. Carr, Shannon Mills, Ken Fischer, David C. Hughes, and Susan Sanford Won Online Film Critics Society Awards 2001[115] Best Animated Feature Nominated 2002 Political Film Society[116] Democracy Nominated Human Rights Nominated Peace Nominated World Soundtrack Awards[117] Best Original Song for Film Diane Warren and James Newton Howard Nominated Young Artist Awards[118] Best Feature Family Film – Drama Walt Disney Feature Animation Nominated Related works Main article: Atlantis (franchise) Atlantis: The Lost Empire was meant to inspire an animated television series entitled Team Atlantis, which would have presented the further adventures of its characters. The series would have been akin to an animated steampunk version of The X-Files and feature a crossover with Gargoyles. However, because of the film's underperformance at the box office, the series was not produced.[119] On May 20, 2003, Disney released a direct-to-video sequel titled Atlantis: Milo's Return, consisting of three episodes planned for the aborted series.[120] Disneyland planned to revive its Submarine Voyage ride with an Atlantis: The Lost Empire theme with elements from the movie. These plans were canceled and the attraction was re-opened in 2007 as the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, its theme based on the 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo, which was far more successful commercially and critically.[121] In addition, after the Submarine Voyage's Magic Kingdom counterpart, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Submarine Voyage, closed down in 1994, four years before Disneyland's, there were proposals of a new attraction that would take its place, with one of them a volcano attraction inspired by that film's Vulcania location, being approved for the Magic Kingdom's Adventureland area. Around 1999, during development of Atlantis: The Lost Empire, it was decided that it would be themed to the movie, with it taking place in 1916, two years after the film's events. The ride would have focused on Preston Whitmore, a character from the film, seeking to make Atlantis existence public and offer expeditions to visitors in newly developed vehicles. However, due to mishaps, the vehicles would be forced to make a detour through the lava-filled caverns of the volcano. The attraction would have used a unique hybrid ride system, in which it would start as a standard coaster before the trains hook up to a suspended track midway through to fly through the caverns. The attraction would have been accessed by a new canyon path in between Pirates of the Caribbean and a re-routed Jungle Cruise that would have led to a Whitmore Enterprises base camp at the edge of the Walt Disney World Railroad path, with the mountain itself being built outside the berm. However, like the previous Submarine Voyage retheme, the ride was cancelled due to the film's disappointment in the box office.[122]
Marti sits down with Michael Pilcher, founder of Michael Pilcher Builder in Harcourt, Central Victoria. Michael runs a highly profitable boutique construction company managing a $10 million pipeline without working past 5:30 PM. He explains how setting strict personal boundaries helps him avoid burnout while keeping the business running smoothly. Michael breaks down his operational structure for protecting margins on custom homes and renovations. He details how forward-casting budgets and back-costing quotes stop his team from bleeding cash on site. He also shares how adopting Xero Projects saved his project manager 10 hours a week in administration. If you are drowning in site administration or eating into your weekends to price fixed-price contracts, this episode provides a clear operational blueprint to get your time back.
These past few years, inflation has been a beast. No sooner under control from the last supply chain shocks, the war in Iran has it rearing its head again. Stephen Poloz was Canada's central bank governor from 2013 to the summer of 2020. He's now a special advisor at the law firm Osler, Hoskin and Harcourt. He joins host Amanda Lang to talk about inflation risks, dealing with growing uncertainty and the importance of embracing the fourth industrial revolution. This episode — part of a series on economic growth — is sponsored by CPA Ontario.
durée : 00:54:07 - Les interviews d'Inter - par : Thomas Snégaroff - L'invité du « Grand Face-à-Face » sera Bernard Harcourt, avocat, professeur de sciences politiques à l'Université de Columbia, auteur de « Le Coopérisme, une théorie politique, économique et sociale » (aux éditions De la maison des sciences de l'homme). - réalisation : Natacha Polony, Gilles Finchelstein, Marie Merier, Mathilde Khlat - invités : Bernard Harcourt Professeur en droit à Columbia University et directeur d'études à l'EHESS Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France
durée : 00:54:07 - Le Grand Face-à-face - par : Thomas Snégaroff - L'invité du « Grand Face-à-Face » sera Bernard Harcourt, avocat, professeur de sciences politiques à l'Université de Columbia, auteur de « Le Coopérisme, une théorie politique, économique et sociale » (aux éditions De la maison des sciences de l'homme). - réalisation : Natacha Polony, Gilles Finchelstein, Marie Merier, Mathilde Khlat - invités : Bernard Harcourt Professeur en droit à Columbia University et directeur d'études à l'EHESS Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France
Hey guys! We're bringing our TV podcasts over onto the main podcast feed from YouTube for you to listen to on the go!The alternate dimension reveals itself for what it truly is after Chris decides to go there with no plan to return. After being taken in by ARGUS and beaten by Rick Flagg Sr, he has reached the end of the line. Flagg pays a visit to a powerful prisoner, Harcourt goes through some heavy emotions, and as the rest of the 11th street kids find a way to follow Chris into the alternate world, they all realise they are in some serious danger!Join Jeannine and Morgan for the penultimate Palling With Peacemaker, talking S2 Episode Five: BACK TO THE SUTURE & Episode Six: IGNORANCE IS CHRIS!Our YouTube Channel for all our video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvACMX8jX1qQ5ClrGW53vowThe It's A Wonderful Podcast Theme by David B. Music.Donate:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ItsAWonderful1Join our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ItsAWonderful1IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST STORE:https://www.teepublic.com/user/g9designSub to the feed and download now on all major podcast platforms and be sure to rate, review and SHARE AROUND!!Keep up with us on (X) Twitter:Podcast:https://twitter.com/ItsAWonderful1Morgan:https://twitter.com/Th3PurpleDonJeannine:https://twitter.com/JeannineDaBean_Keep being wonderful!!
Hey guys! We're bringing our TV podcasts over onto the main podcast feed from YouTube for you to listen to on the go!Rick Flagg Sr sets his sights firmly on capturing Peacemaker and he's going to use whoever he can to make that happen! The alternate dimension throws a few spanners into the works with a sweet, warm Harcourt, and a still alive Rick Flagg Jr! While Peacemaker's house takes siege after siege in the real world, we can't help wondering if this alternate world is way too good to be true!Join Jeannine and Morgan talking Peacemaker S2 Episode Three: ANOTHER RICK UP MY SLEEVE & Episode Four: NEED I SAY DOOR!Our YouTube Channel for all our video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvACMX8jX1qQ5ClrGW53vowThe It's A Wonderful Podcast Theme by David B. Music.Donate:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ItsAWonderful1Join our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ItsAWonderful1IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST STORE:https://www.teepublic.com/user/g9designSub to the feed and download now on all major podcast platforms and be sure to rate, review and SHARE AROUND!!Keep up with us on (X) Twitter:Podcast:https://twitter.com/ItsAWonderful1Morgan:https://twitter.com/Th3PurpleDonJeannine:https://twitter.com/JeannineDaBean_Keep being wonderful!!
Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as FortisBC.Mike, Geoff… and Kate(!) preside over the Hotel Pacifico Holiday Extravaganza. Political observers Justin McElroy and Richard Zussman look back on the main political stories of the year and politicians to watch. Former BC Premier Mike Harcourt drops in to talk about the year that was and looks ahead to 2026. Hot on his heels is former BC Premier Christy Clark who discusses the state of ‘free enterprise' in BC and the upcoming BC Conservative leadership race. Then Vancouver-Kingsway MP and national interim leader of the NDP, Don Davies, visits Hotel Pacifico as part of his national comedy tour (okay, now we are joking) following his highly praised address to the annual Ottawa Press Gallery Dinner (and we have clips). Davies talks about the state of the NDP and how it's time to refocus on the needs and concerns of working people. The co-hosts retire to the mini-bar for final thoughts on an exciting year in politics in BC and Canada. All the best to our listeners for the holidays and the new year. Ho Ho Ho.
Over the span of his illustrious career, Mike began by starting the first storefront law office in Canada, and establishing the UBC law school legal advice clinic (1968-71). He then went on to serve for four terms as a Vancouver Alderman (1972-980), until he became a tremendously successful and articulate Mayor of Vancouver for three terms (1980-1986). In that position he played a prominent role in establishing Vancouver as one of the world's most livable cities through effective land use and planning. Mike then moved on to serve as the 30th Premier of British Columbia (1991-1996), where he extended the boundaries of quality of life in urban areas, with the 1995 Growth Strategy Act. In that position he played a prominent role in establishing Vancouver as one of the world's most livable cities through effective land use and planning. Mike then moved on to serve as the 30th Premier of British Columbia (1991-1996), where he extended the boundaries of quality of life in urban areas, with the 1995 Growth Strategy Act. Among his many noteworthy achievements at that time was his success in safeguarding more than 12 percent of the province's land base, establishing 500 new protected areas. After retiring from politics, Mike made headlines in 2002, when a devastating six-metre fall left him partially paralyzed. He has shown incredible physical, emotional and spiritual strength in his remarkable recovery, and published a book about his ordeal called Plan B – One Man's Journey from Tragedy to Triumph. Following his accident, Mike became actively involved in spinal cord research and education, working with the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation on International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (I-CORD) and chairing the Spinal Cord Injury Quality of Life Advisory Group. As a self-described "recovering politician," Mike was appointed Federal Commissioner on the British Columbia Treaty Commission in 2003. He has always been an avid supporter of aboriginal economic development, and his commitment to the treaty process is long-standing; as Premier in 1992, he signed the agreement establishing the Commission – the neutral body responsible for facilitating treaty negotiations among the governments of Canada, B.C. and First Nations in B.C. In recognition of Mike's exceptional community contributions, Simon Fraser University presented Mike with the 2019 President's Distinguished Community Leadership Award.
igraine disorders affect more than 1 billion people across the globe, yet they remain deeply misunderstood. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Adam Harcourt to explore the true nature of migraines as a genetic neurological condition and to uncover why so many patients struggle to find lasting relief. Together, we examine the roots of migraine expression, including genetic vulnerability, environmental triggers, hormonal shifts, and the lifestyle factors that amplify neurological stress. Our conversation also dives into the complex relationship between concussion and migraine. These conditions often overlap, or they are mistaken for one another, which can delay the right treatment. Dr. Harcourt explains how functional neurological assessments can help clinicians identify the specific pathways involved and create targeted strategies that match the needs of each patient. We then discuss one of the most promising tools in migraine care: low-level laser therapy. Dr. Harcourt outlines how laser applications can reduce inflammation, support neural recovery, and help patients build resilience against recurring episodes. This episode offers science, clarity, and practical hope for anyone who lives with migraines or treats them in clinical practice. Key takeaways: Genetic Disposition and Migraine: Migraines are primarily genetically mediated neurological disorders, with significant variations in expression and symptoms, often unrelated to pain. The Bucket Theory: Dr. Harcourt explains how stressors fill up a "bucket," causing migraines when they overflow, highlighting the need for both reducing stressors and expanding the "bucket." Concerns of Misdiagnosis: Many individuals are misdiagnosed with migraine when they may be suffering from post-concussion syndrome, underscoring the importance of precise diagnosis. Therapeutic Innovations: The discussion highlights the potential of low-level laser therapy in treating migraines, offering a non-invasive alternative to Botox and medication. Holistic Approach to Treatment: Emphasizing diet, hormone balance, and neuro-rehabilitation, Dr. Harcourt advocates for an integrated approach to effectively manage and prevent migraines. More About Dr. Adam Harcourt: Dr. Adam Harcourt is the owner of Harcourt Brain Center currently located in York, PA, with offices formerly in Santa Barbara and Beverly Hills CA. He is a Fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology (FACFN), Fellow of the American Board of Vestibular Rehabilitation (FABVR), Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB), and a 4th generation Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Harcourt is also an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology at Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, where he developed a 150-hour post-doctoral program, titled 'Mastering Migraine', with which he instructs doctors from all different backgrounds from around the world. Website Instagram Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube
Ken chats with Charlie Harcourt about the country of Myanmar; it's biological and cultural riches, as well as its troubled history (and present). Charlie's organization for higher education access: https://www.myanmar-foundation.orgSupport for democracy and public assistance in Myanmar: https://www.mutualaidmyanmar.orgBird tours: https://www.myanmarbirding.comWhite-browed Nuthatch recording courtesy of Frank Lambert, XC80394. Accessible at https://xeno-canto.org/80394. Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0Please check out the website of our sponsor Tropical Birding: https://www.tropicalbirding.com/If you wish to support this podcast, please visit our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/naturallyadventurous?fan_landing=trueFeel free to contact us at: ken.behrens@gmail.com &/or cfchesse@gmail.comNaturally Adventurous Podcast Nature - Travel
In The Lavender Ladies' Summer Pact, midsummer has arrived in Alder Vale — but something in the air feels slightly off. The bees are uneasy, the lavender blooms shy, and the village well stands lower than it should. Then comes the gentle knock at Nell Rowan's door.Mrs. Harcourt — back straight as a chimney brush, hat pinned like duty itself — appears to remind Nell of something long forgotten: a pact once kept by the Lavender Ladies, a group of wise women who quietly tended not only to the people of the village but to the land itself.As Nell and Mrs. Harcourt walk together through hedgerows and memories, they revive the threefold Summer Pact —Return, Refresh, Remember — bringing lavender and rosemary, cool water, and tokens of gratitude back to the places that have been overlooked.The story unfolds like a spell of gentle repair, reminding us that when we tend what's frayed — the soil, the edges, the heart — the world begins to breathe easier too.Blending soft mystery, folklore, and the comfort of English village life, The Lavender Ladies' Summer Pact continues the world of Whispering from the Rowan Tree, offering calm, wisdom, and renewal in equal measure.Themes:• Renewal and remembrance• The quiet power of women's traditions• Healing through ritual and kindness• Nature, intuition, and tending the edges of lifeIncludes:• A reflective narrative featuring Nell Rowan and Mrs. Harcourt• A guided visualization: A Small Summer Pact You Can Keep• A closing blessing — “May your path be kind underfoot, and may the lavender remember your name.”Perfect for reflective evenings, gentle sleep, or moments when you need to remember that small acts of care still matter.
Peacemaker - Episode 369: We're back with the show that bleeds red, white, and blue balls: Peacemaker! Season 2! The man who fights for Peace at any cost is feeling a little depressed, so he's set his sights on a different world entirely? Is this new Dimension as fucked up as ours? Hard to nazi where this is going... but tune in anyways to Normies Like Us! Peace out mother fucker. Insta @NormiesLikeUs https://www.instagram.com/normieslikeus/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/jacob/ @MikeHasInsta https://www.instagram.com/mikehasinsta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/
The latest episode of Systematic Geekology dives into the exciting world of Peacemaker Season 2, where Christian Ashley, Kevin Schaeffer, and Evan Garcia unravel the layers of this wild ride filled with heart and humor. Right off the bat, they give a heads-up that they're diving deep into spoiler territory, so if you haven't caught up yet, consider this your friendly warning. They explore how the characters have evolved, particularly the complex relationship between Chris and Harcourt, which adds a rich emotional layer to the season. With clever insights, they also touch on the show's exploration of themes around faith and morality, paving the way for some thought-provoking discussions amidst the laughter. As they wrap up, they tease the thrilling cliffhangers and what's next for the DC universe, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating the future of their beloved characters.Takeaways: In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the emotional evolution of Peacemaker's character, highlighting how season two shifts focus from pure action to character-driven storytelling. Christian Ashley brings a unique perspective as he discusses the portrayal of faith within horror, particularly in Black Phone 2, and how it challenges common stereotypes. Kevin Schaeffer emphasizes the strong character dynamics and growth, especially in the relationship between Peacemaker and Harcourt, showcasing their struggles and the complexities of their emotions. The hosts reflect on the unexpected depth of secondary characters like Adebayo, who becomes a moral center, proving that even in a chaotic world, there is room for compassion and understanding. There's a witty banter about the alternate versions of characters and how they mirror real societal issues, making for a thought-provoking discussion on identity and morality. The episode wraps up with recommendations for viewers, including a nod to K-Pop Demon Hunters and other pop culture gems that resonate with the show's themes, keeping it fresh and engaging. .You can leave a one-time gift, purchase some SG merch, or become a member on our website:https://systematic-geekology-shop.fourthwall.com/.Don't miss any of our What's News episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/5abf15a7-d441-4638-8a4a-66ccf85e3343.Follow our DCU playlist:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/8c9da262-e657-44a7-b14a-9649933f5347.Check out all of Christian's episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/ebf4b064-0672-47dd-b5a3-0fff5f11b54c.Listen to all of Evan's episodes:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/db75189a-04f3-4129-9a5d-ade41cf863b5.Check out other episodes with Kevin:https://player.captivate.fm/collection/84fd7d06-cf1f-48e5-b358-09a01c5a6bc9Mentioned in this episode:Anazao Ministries Podcasts - AMP NetworkCheck out other shows like this on our podcast network! https://anazao-ministries.captivate.fm/Systematic GeekologyOur show focuses around our favorite fandoms that we discuss...
Hey Panelers, Steve and Mark finalize their thoughts ofPeacemaker with their coverage of Season 2 within this podcast episode. This is a Spoiler review of the Season 2 finale. So! If you don't want to be spoiled? Please stop the podcast and go watch the episode and come back to us on this podcast and listen.This episode of Peacemaker has shook up the fan base apparently. But not Mark and Steve! Things were expected to happen with Chris that we knew of. But there were some great moments with other characters as well. Not just Chris was affected with love, but also Harcourt, and the team get together and form their own company. We see new people joining the group who were once enemies and now friends. But the ending… Yes! That was a cliffhanger! We talk about all of it within this episode of the podcast. SoPanelers! Don't turn the page too soon of that comic, and hold onto that panel! There is more for us to talk about within the pixels of this episode of the show we call Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 8 “Full Nelson” Check us out on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tune In, and Spotify,or whatever podcast player of choice you use. We Can be found on YouTube: Just Search Panels to Pixels Podcast!Subscribe! And just Check the Thumbs up if you like it! We would appreciate it! You can send Feedback at: Facebook.com/PanelsToPixels Email us: Panelstopixels1@gmail.com Instagram: @PanelsToPixelsPodcast
Hello and welcome to The Rob Burgess Show. I am, of course, your host, Rob Burgess. On this our 284th episode, our guest is Martha C. Lawrence. A former editor at Simon & Schuster and Harcourt, Martha C. Lawrence has shaped the voices of some of the world's most successful thought leaders. As executive editor at Blanchard, she has collaborated with Ken Blanchard for more than 20 years, including on “Trust Works!,” winner of the San Diego Book Award. Her editing credits include multi-million-copy bestsellers and no. 1 New York Times titles. She is also the author of an Edgar, Anthony, Agatha and Shamus-nominated mystery series featuring private investigator Elizabeth Chase. Martha holds a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and studied creative writing at The New School in New York City. She was a founding faculty member of The La Jolla Writers Conference and has been a book reviewer for The San Diego Union-Tribune. Outside of her professional life, she is an avid hiker and long-time yoga practitioner. She lives in Escondido, California, with her partner and a full contingent of backyard wildlife. Lawrence is passionate about leadership, storytelling and capturing legacies that matter. Learn more at marthalawrence.com. Her new book, “Catch People Doing Things Right: How Ken Blanchard Changed the Way the World Leads,” will be published by Berrett–Koehler Publishers on Oct. 21. Follow me on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/robaburg.bsky.social Follow me on Mastodon: newsie.social/@therobburgessshow Check out my Linktree: linktr.ee/therobburgessshow Subscribe to my Substack: therobburgessshow.substack.com/
The guys are back to discuss the season (or is it series?) finale of Peacemaker! Find out which of the guys was higher on it than the other and which of them thought the season finale should have been episode 7. The guys also discuss the implications of the final scene, where in the comics it pulls, how things are setting up for Man of Tomorrow, and where could we see Peacemaker next if it's not a season 3. Plus, the guys discuss the character arcs for Adebayo, Harcourt, Vigilante, and Economos. The guys also touch a bit on the first full trailer for Wonder Man and the box office woes for recent releases (we're looking at you The Smashing Machine and TRON: Ares). Follow Jong and Michael on social media. Bluesky: @one-punch.bsky.social & @producermike975.bsky.socialThreads: @producermike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com
En este episodio de Oasis Geek Podcast hablamos del 8vo capitulo de la serie de Peacemaker Season 2 donde tuvimos el fin de tempoarada que nos dejo con muchas preguntas:
Langoy 397 - La temporada 2 de Paacemaker llegó a su fin, un final que ha dado mucho que hablar, así que te dejamos nuestras impresiones de la serie, y para eso está nuestro invitado músico y fan de DC, Oliver Castillo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Frank and Thomas unpack the Peacemaker Season 2 finale, from John Cena's performance to the big-picture DCU setup. They dig into Salvation Run and Checkmate, how the metahumans vs. government angle points toward Superman, and why this episode feels more like a bridge to Season 3. Along the way, they talk Vigilante's MVP moments, Harcourt's arc, Lex Luthor's influence on Rick Flag, and whether multiverse storytelling still works. Timestamps & Topics 00:00 — Welcome back and life update from Thomas; setting the table for the finale chat 00:55 — James Gunn's podcast, fathers and sons, and why that matters to Chris and Adebayo 02:21 — First impressions: great performances, odd placement for a “finale” episode 04:34 — Will there be a Season 3 and where this could continue in the DCU slate 05:16 — The Superman tie-in: metahumans vs. government, framing the next phase 06:06 — Salvation Run explained, Checkmate connections, and deep-cut DC lore 08:31 — Quantum doors and the “QC” device; quick tour of the multiverse worlds 10:13 — Why the multiverse still works here and how Gunn is trusting the audience 11:12 — That black-hole world and callbacks to the new DCU's prison ideas 12:01 — Rick Flag's heel turn and the debate over Lex's manipulation 14:10 — Government vs. metahumans as a DCU driver; room for Batman later 16:02 — Waller, Task Force X, and where Checkmate fits in public vs. shadow ops 18:00 — Vigilante praise, Fleury chemistry, and why the side cast still matters 20:06 — Chris and Adebayo's “you made me feel loved” scene; mixed reactions 21:30 — Harcourt's arc, the boat, and the kiss that did not shock the internet 24:02 — Expectation traps, Earth X sleuthing, and fan predictions vs. payoff 28:06 — Is Nicholas Hoult scary enough as Lex yet 31:04 — Judo Master, Langston Fleury, and Checkmate as a home for “good but messy” heroes 32:18 — Final thoughts: Season 1 vs. Season 2, and what is next for DC on TV Key Takeaways The finale plays like a handoff, setting up Superman and a broader DCU conflict rather than closing Season 2 cleanly. Salvation Run and Checkmate point to deeper DC lore and a clear government vs. metahuman story. John Cena carries the heart and humor; Vigilante continues to be a stealth MVP. Lex's off-screen sway over Rick Flag divides opinion but supports a long game for the character. The multiverse beats land because they are visual, simple, and high-stakes without heavy exposition. Quotes “John Cena is so lovable. I want to hug him and watch him wreck shop.” “Episode 7 felt like the true finale. This one felt like a plus-one.” “Salvation is basically a planet of villains trying to rule each other.” “Government vs. metahumans sets the stage for Superman and maybe even Batman.” “Vigilante's joy is so raw and kid-like that it weirdly grounds the show.” Call to Action If you enjoyed this breakdown, follow the show and leave a quick rating and review. Share the episode with a friend who is catching up on Peacemaker and tag us with #ChallengeAcceptedPod. Links and Resources All news discussed on our shows comes from GeekFreaksPodcast.com Challenge Accepted on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/challengeacceptedlive/ Challenge Accepted on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@challengeacceptedlive?lang=en Challenge Accepted on Twitter: https://x.com/CAPodcastLive Follow Us Stay current with episode drops, clips, and polls on our socials above. For feedback or challenges, email: ChallengeAcceptedGFX@gmail.com. Listener Questions What did you think of the finale's placement and the Salvation Run setup Send your thoughts or questions for the next episode. We may feature your take on the show. Apple Podcast Tags Peacemaker, DCU, James Gunn, John Cena, Salvation Run, Checkmate, Lex Luthor, Rick Flag, Vigilante, Harcourt, Superman, TV review, Geek Freaks, Challenge Accepted, Podcast
This is our spoiler-filled discussion of Peacemaker Season 2, where we dive deep into how James Gunn expands on Chris Smith's story through grief, redemption, and some truly wild multiversal chaos. We break down the emotional highs, shocking twists, and standout performances from John Cena, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Holland — and explore how this season sets the stage for the future of the new DCU.All episodes of Peacemaker Season 2 are streaming now on HBO Max and on Crave TV in Canada. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HERE
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Hey Panelers! Mark and Steve are back as we continue ourcoverage of Peacemaker Season 2. Within this podcast Mark and Steve talk about the penultimate episode of Season 2 of Peacemaker Season 2. Within the episode we talk about the characters that weappreciated and what we thought of them: Augie, Keith, Chris, Ad's and Harcourt and more. Please take a dive within the podcast with us as we discuss the characters and where they are in the story. We have a lot of love for the characters and their development within the show. Everyone is growing and asthe show continues, we learn more about them. We hope you enjoy the conversation within the podcast andask you for feedback if you can! Thanks for listening!Check us out on iTunes, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts,Deezer, Tune In, Spotify, or whatever podcast player of choice you use.We Can be found on YouTube: Just Search Panels to PixelsPodcast! Subscribe! And just Check the Thumbs up if you like it! We wouldappreciate it!You can send Feedback at: Facebook.com/PanelsToPixelsEmail us: Panelstopixels1@gmail.comInstagram: @PanelsToPixelsPodcastPiratecorpsentertainment.com
The multiverse just got darker — and deadlier. In Episode 7, “Like a Keith in the Night,” Peacemaker spirals toward the finale as Chris Smith finally faces the fallout from killing his doppelgänger. Earth-X unravels, family secrets explode, and Adebayo finds herself in life-threatening danger.Brandon & Chanel unpack it all:Chris confesses to Auggie & Keith, triggering devastating consequencesJudomaster becomes the most unexpected hero, rescuing Adebayo and dropping relationship adviceHarcourt & Chris reunite, only to be hunted down againThe truth about Earth-X hits hard: Nazis won, “others” are enslaved, and this Auggie might be... a better man?Keith's brutal attack pushes Chris to the edge, and Harcourt is forced to do the unthinkableARGUS closes in as Rick Flag Sr. seizes the portal — and Chris is arrested, broken, and full of guiltWith huge DCU cameos, emotional meltdowns, alternate-universe twists, and Earth-X escalating into a fascist nightmare, this episode sets up a high-stakes finale that could change everything for the 11th Street Kids.
In our last solo review before the finale, Frank breaks down Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 7, “Like a Thief in the Night.” We cover how the Earth X arc reframes the team's choices, why Adebayo finally steps from reactive to proactive, the surprising nuance to Augie in a fascist world, and how Vigilante's sacrifice resets the board for the finale. We also talk about the episode's strongest character beats, where the mechanics show, and why John Cena's work this season stands out as his best to date. untitled Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Intro, episode plan, and what's coming for the finale 00:44 Dropped into Earth X and the Argus escape 01:09 Adebayo and Judo Master connect, seeing the world for what it is 03:06 Team regroups with two Vigilantes, plans the house infiltration 04:16 A different Augie in a different world, and what that says about DCU Augie 06:15 Chris vs. the past he can't outrun 07:14 Keith's near-death, Chris's breaking point, and a choice with consequences 08:27 The portal sequence, who stays behind, and what it sets up 09:10 John Cena's leap from Season 1 to now 09:52 What worked: real consequences, character-first storytelling, grounded stakes 15:44 Where it stumbles: mechanical connectors and limited Earth X texture 17:26 Performance shoutouts: Holland, Brooks, and scene craft 18:42 Why this is a perfect penultimate chapter and what we want from the finale Key Takeaways Earth X is a mirror, not a gimmick. The episode uses the setting to highlight privilege, hate, and willful blindness, pushing Chris to confront what he doesn't see until it's too late. Adebayo steps up. She's the glue when she's active, not reactive. This is her most decisive episode of the season, rallying the team and reframing her personal accountability. Augie's complexity lands. In a world that validates him, Augie isn't “better,” but he's different. That contrast sheds light on how alienation hardened DCU Augie. Consequences feel real. Death is on the table, choices cost something, and quiet character beats carry more weight than the explosions around them. Cena levels up. The grief and surrender scenes rank among the season's best acting, selling Chris as a broken man trying to do one right thing. Minor stumbles. A few transitions feel mechanical and Earth X's texture could use more on-screen shading to heighten anxiety and stakes. Quotes “This episode is character first, even when the world is exploding around them.” “Adebayo works best when she's leading, not reacting.” “Augie isn't redeemed here, he's contextualized. The world that embraced him made a different monster.” “Cena's performance turns Chris into a man who can finally look his guilt in the eye.” Call to Action If you're enjoying these breakdowns, follow and subscribe, drop us a rating and review, and share the episode with a friend using #GeekFreaksPodcast. It helps a ton and keeps the conversation going into the finale. Links and Resources All show notes and news: GeekFreaksPodcast.com — the source of all news discussed on our podcast. Follow Us Website: GeekFreaksPodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions What do you think Earth X reveals about Chris that the main timeline couldn't? Where do you want Adebayo, Harcourt, and Vigilante to land after the finale? Send your thoughts and questions for next week's wrap-up, and we'll feature a few on the show. Apple Podcast Tags: Peacemaker Season 2, DCU, James Gunn, John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Vigilante, Adebayo, Harcourt, Earth X, Argus, TV review, superhero TV, geek culture
The 11th Street Kids try to escape from Earth-X with devastating results as we recap Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 7 "Like A Keith In The Night" on our podcast. After realizing he's in a Nazi dimension, Peacemaker and Harcourt are on the run, aided by two unlikely allies. Meanwhile, Adebayo and Judomaster hang tight to avoid the racists. And the two Vigilantes team up.SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE, AMAZON, SPOTIFY, RSS, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Three episodes, two MASSIVE plot twists that change everything! Peacemaker's Nazi Earth-X revelation and Gen V's mind control showdown—let's break down why these episodes hit different. In this exciting episode of Scene N Nerd, hosts Sarah Belmont and Will Polk delve into the latest twists from Peacemaker Season 2, Episodes 5 and 6, where Peacemaker faces life-changing decisions amidst chaotic confrontations. They analyze the emotional stakes for characters like Harcourt and Adebayo and discuss how the dynamics of friendship and loyalty are tested in this gripping narrative.
The alternate universe isn't paradise — it's a powder keg. In “Ignorance Is Chris,” the 11th Street Kids finally break into Chris's dream world… only to discover it's a full-on fascist nightmare. Nazis, no people of color, and a flag with a swastika where stars should be? Welcome to Earth-X.Brandon & Chanel break down all the game-changing twists:Harcourt & Chris' emotional confrontation — the truth finally comes outAdrian gets his moment, meets his alternate self… and it's complicatedLex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) officially joins the DCUAdebayo and Economos uncover the truth about this dark dimensionThe Earth-X theory is confirmed — and it's worse than we thoughtThis is one of Peacemaker's wildest, smartest episodes yet — filled with heart, humor, DC deep cuts, and major universe-shifting revelations. James Gunn is not pulling punches, and Brandon & Chanel are here for every layered, emotional, and hilarious beat.
How did this episode find us, you wonder? How did we like the reveal of the alternate universe's big secret? We got deep in on this one -- from why Adrian's dad wasn't gay in the alternate universe (and why Chris may have been disappearing on his family) to issues with basement keys, bush dives, and dry heaves... And of course we talk about the Beatles, that great conversation between Chris and Harcourt -- so much...Hosts:David C. RobersonJason GossJoin Our Riotous DC Debauch!Site: https://dconscreen.comStore: https://bit.ly/DCoStorePatreon: https://patreon.com/dconscreenApple: http://bit.ly/DCoSReviewSpotify: http://bit.ly/DCSCREENSpreaker: https://bit.ly/DCoSSpreakerSubscribe to David C. Roberson's Substack
Frank breaks down Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 6, “Ignorance Is Chris,” and why the “better world” finally shows its cracks. From the diner photo that warps, to Harcourt and Chris opening up in an interrogation room, to Vigilante meeting his Earth X counterpart, this episode clicks into place. We also hit Rick Flag Sr.'s prison visit with Lex Luthor, the Sons of Liberty twist, and the hallway tells that confirm where we are. It is a tense, funny, uneasy chapter that sets up a high-stakes sprint to the finale. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Intro and episode plan 00:23 Housekeeping, L.A. Comic Con updates, why last week skipped 00:44 Frank's knee update and getting back on mic 01:01 The big swing lands: “Hello, Earth X, mind the flags” 01:19 Diner scene breakdown and the melting-faces photo 02:01 The inevitability of the reveal and why the vibe felt off 02:28 At Adrian's place: mom cameo, “secret room,” evidence stash 03:33 The Beanie Baby closet and recreating the portal 04:06 Back in the portal room: the neighbor-alien and why it matters 04:44 Sneaking the Smith mansion and the rising tension 05:20 Harcourt's snow globe stall, the car ride with Keith 06:10 Music clues in this world, no rap, the whitewashed timeline 06:33 Eagly raid in the kitchen, the mess to clean up 06:55 Vigilante meets Vigilante, animal “facts,” and the glasses tell 08:12 Sons of Liberty inversion and why Alt Adrian hates Peacemaker 09:39 Rick Flag Sr. visits Lex Luthor at Belle Reve 10:38 The deal for portal tech and the DCU bridge it hints at 11:19 Harcourt and Chris finally say the quiet part out loud 12:40 Adebayo's walk, “one got out,” and the street chase 13:59 Auggie ambushes Economos at the mansion 14:47 Alt Harcourt flips the switch at A.R.G.U.S. 15:08 The flag with a swastika and the words that land like a punch 15:47 Wrap up, what 6 through 8 now promise, social plugs and sign-off Key Takeaways The episode earns its dread by letting small details stack until the Earth X truth can no longer be ignored. Vigilante meeting himself is both the funniest stretch and honest character work that reframes his bravado. The Harcourt and Chris scene gives the alt-world twist emotional weight and nudges their relationship into something healthier. Rick Flag Sr. and Lex Luthor open the door to wider DCU stakes without hijacking the episode. Adebayo's street sequence and the desk flag reveal are the gut checks that make the cut to black land. Quotes “Hello, Earth X, mind the flags.” “One got out! It's a black.” “This is your perfect world.” Call to Action If you enjoyed this breakdown, follow the show, leave a rating, and share the episode with a friend who is watching along. Use #ChallengeAcceptedLive so we can find your takes. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com for our hub and the source of all news discussed during our podcast Follow our con coverage and reviews all week Follow Us Instagram: @challengeacceptedlive TikTok: @challengeacceptedlive Twitter: @CAPodcastLive Listener Questions What was the exact moment you realized we were on Earth X? Where do you land on Adrian vs. Adrian after this episode? Send thoughts and questions to ChallengeAcceptedGFX@gmail.com or DM us on socials and we will read a few next episode. Apple Podcast Tags: Peacemaker, Peacemaker Season 2, Peacemaker S2E6, Ignorance Is Chris, Earth X, Vigilante, James Gunn, John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Rick Flag Sr., Lex Luthor, DCU, Review, Podcast Show Notes, Geek Freaks, Challenge Accepted
Hey Panelers, Steve and Mark jump into Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 4 “Need I Say Door” as if we were jumping into a dimensional door! This episode we deep dive within the characters that we love. Who gives Chris great advice… Which he ignores. Plus we get to talk about Harcourt and Flag senior and their relationship.So Join us shall you?! Have fun listening to our banter and talk about the world of Peacemaker and have fun! This show is getting better with each episode! We hope you are enjoying it as much as we are?!Check us out on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tune In, and Spotify,or whatever podcast player of choice you use. We Can be found on YouTube: Just Search Panels to Pixels Podcast!Subscribe! And just Check the Thumbs up if you like it! We would appreciate it! You can send Feedback at: Facebook.com/PanelsToPixels Email us: Panelstopixels1@gmail.com Instagram: @PanelsToPixelsPodcast
En este episodio de Oasis Geek Podcast hablamos del 5to capitulo de la serie de Peacemaker Season 2 donde tuvimos un final de temporada en el medio de la temporada:
Peacemaker tries to figure out whether Harcourt likes him as we recap Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 4, "Back to the Suture" on our podcast. While wrestling with his better life in the DC2, Peacemaker heads to a trap in the park to talk to Harcourt. Meanwhile, Adebayo accidentally has a prostitution conversation. And Red St. Wild decides it's wabbit season while hunting Eagly.SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE, AMAZON, SPOTIFY, RSS, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Wir springen in dieser Folge ins Jahr 1900. Schauplatz ist das heutige Ghana, wo sich die ehemals mächtige und reiche Asantenation ein letztes Mal gegen das koloniale Großbritannien aufbäumt. Wir sprechen darüber, wer die Asante sind, was sie so reich gemacht hat, und weshalb der Krieg um den Goldenen Schemel von Königinmutter Yaa Asantewaa angeführt wurde. // Erwähnte Folgen - GAG249: Das Malireich und die Pilgerreise des vielleicht reichsten Mannes der Geschichte – https://gadg.fm/249 - GAG01: Vier Langobarden-Könige und ein Trinkbecher – https://gadg.fm/1 // Literatur - A. Adu Boahen. Yaa Asantewaa and the Asante-British War of 1900-1. James Currey Publishers, 2003 - Fuller, Harcourt. „Commemorating an African Queen: Ghanaian Nationalism, the African Diaspora, and the Public Memory of Nana Yaa Asantewaa, 1952-2009“. African Arts 47, Nr. 4 (2014): 58–71. - Kafui Dey, Reg. Yaa Asantewaa, Queen Mother of Ejisu & Asante Warrior | History of Ghana. 2023. 1:31:20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eR4uyhi4tyw. - Zeinab Badawi. An African History of Africa. Penguin Random House UK, 2023 Das Episodenbild zeigt den Ausschnitt eines Kente-Stoff aus der Voltaregion in Ghana. //Aus unserer Werbung Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/GeschichtenausderGeschichte // Wir sind jetzt auch bei CampfireFM! Wer direkt in Folgen kommentieren will, Zusatzmaterial und Blicke hinter die Kulissen sehen will: einfach die App installieren und unserer Community beitreten: https://www.joincampfire.fm/podcasts/22 //Wir haben auch ein Buch geschrieben: Wer es erwerben will, es ist überall im Handel, aber auch direkt über den Verlag zu erwerben: https://www.piper.de/buecher/geschichten-aus-der-geschichte-isbn-978-3-492-06363-0 Wer Becher, T-Shirts oder Hoodies erwerben will: Die gibt's unter https://geschichte.shop Wer unsere Folgen lieber ohne Werbung anhören will, kann das über eine kleine Unterstützung auf Steady oder ein Abo des GeschichteFM-Plus Kanals auf Apple Podcasts tun. Wir freuen uns, wenn ihr den Podcast bei Apple Podcasts oder wo auch immer dies möglich ist rezensiert oder bewertet. Wir freuen uns auch immer, wenn ihr euren Freundinnen und Freunden, Kolleginnen und Kollegen oder sogar Nachbarinnen und Nachbarn von uns erzählt! Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio
In the latest episode of Peacemaker, titled "Need I Say Door," we learn how Chris Smith discovered the Quantum Unfolding Storage Area. Rick Flag Sr., meanwhile, makes Harcourt an offer she can't refuse.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Frank and Jen break down Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 4, from the wild Michael Rooker cameo to that portable-dimension device that might not be what it seems. They dig into the alternate Earth, what it reveals about Chris, Keith, and Auggie, and why Adebayo might be the real center of the 11th Street Kids. The conversation hits possible DCU ties like Creature Commandos, Mr. Terrific, Blue Beetle, and whether the “boom tube” theory holds water. Plus, a thoughtful look at Harcourt's arc, Argus pressure, and how the show balances crude humor with real character growth. CA Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Welcome and coffee-fueled kickoff 00:24 First impressions of Episode 4 and the “family affair” watch 04:27 The portable dimension and how Auggie really got his tech 05:21 Series shift: Argus pressure, new location, and a relentless hunter 05:55 Michael Rooker goes all-in as an eagle tracker 08:14 “X-rated corner of the DCU” and the opening flashback read 09:49 Keith's role as heart vs. Auggie's shadow 13:16 Is the portal a boom tube or something new 16:29 Creature Commandos, Corto Maltese nods, and DCU connective tissue 19:38 Cameo watch: Mr. Terrific, Frankenstein, the Bride, or Weasel 24:26 Waller's name-drops and why she might show up 26:27 The coded “perfect world” that's not perfect at all 29:18 Adebayo as the team's glue and Chris's reality check 34:20 Harcourt and Rick Flag Sr. show a different side of both 35:58 Age, casting, and why Flag Sr. reads more “father-in-law” than “dad” 39:20 Why peacemaker is the easy scapegoat for a grieving Flag Sr. 40:07 Where this could go: reluctant father figure and hard choices 41:11 Enchantress, Rick romance, and what that means for Harcourt and Chris 42:15 Final cameo predictions and the Blue Beetle/Ted Kord angle 44:44 What if Dave Bautista played Peacemaker 47:44 James Gunn, Michael Rooker, and that dance 48:43 Guest plugs: Distance Nerding shows and Lego giveaway Key Takeaways Episode 4 plants a big flag for the back half of the season by moving the fight to a controllable space and tightening the Argus noose. The portal tech reframes Auggie's “genius” and hints at a broader toolkit that could connect to other DC corners. The alternate Earth isn't aspirational. It puts Chris's growth in focus and undercuts his nostalgia for a world he's better off without. Adebayo is the emotional center and likely leader in practice. She's the person everyone calls, and the one who grounds Chris. Harcourt's conversation with Rick Flag Sr. shows who she was before the walls went up, and why Argus keeps pulling her back. Expect a meaningful cameo tied to portals or Argus operations. Mr. Terrific, Waller, or a Creature Commandos face are all in play. The show keeps mixing crude laughs with character work that lands, which is why the heavier scenes hit. Quotes “Peacemaker is the X-rated corner of the DCU.” — Jen “This episode felt like a gear shift. Argus is coming, and the portal changes the board.” — Frank “Adebayo is the glue. She keeps everyone honest and points them back to reality.” — Frank “They didn't show that flashback for nothing. One choice can change a universe.” — Jen “Rooker only does that scene because Gunn is the one on the other end of the phone.” — Frank Call to Action If you dug this breakdown, subscribe and drop a quick review. Share the episode with a friend who is catching up on Peacemaker and tag us with #ChallengeAcceptedLive. Links and Resources Our network hub and source for all news discussed: GeekFreaksPodcast.com Follow Us Challenge Accepted: Instagram @challengeacceptedlive, TikTok @challengeacceptedlive, Twitter @CAPodcastLive Geek Freaks Network: Facebook Geek Freaks Podcast, Threads @geekfreakspodcast, Patreon Geek Freaks Podcast, Instagram @geekfreakspodcast, Twitter @geekfreakspod Listener Questions Send questions, hot takes, or challenges for future episodes to challengeacceptedgfx@gmail.com. We might feature your note on the show. Apple Podcast Tags: Peacemaker, Peacemaker Season 2, James Gunn, John Cena, Michael Rooker, DCU, Vigilante, Adebayo, Harcourt, Rick Flag, Creature Commandos, Boom Tube, Multiverse, Challenge Accepted, Geek Freaks Podcast
Peacemaker desperately tries to move a door in the latest high-stakes episode of the series, Season 2, Episode 4, "Need I Say Door." With A.R.G.U.S. hot on his tail and Judomaster back in action, our hero is trying to move the Quantum Unfolding Chamber (QUC) with the help of Adebayo, leading to some surprising revelations about its origin. Meanwhile, Harcourt makes a deal with the devil, and Economos drags his feet. Oh, and Red St. Wild eats some eagle poop.SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE, AMAZON, SPOTIFY, RSS, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Brandon and Chanel ae back to talk Peacemaker S2E3 Recap: Rick Flag Jr. Returns, Earth‑2 Gets Dark, and Chris's Past Haunts HimIn “Another Rick Up My Sleeve,” Peacemaker stumbles into a parallel universe where everything looks idyllic—but nothing stays perfect. A flashback reveals Emilia Harcourt had a secret fling with Rick Flag Jr., making their chemistry even more explosive given Chris's violent past with him.In a trippy multiverse twist, Chris meets alternate versions of familiar faces—including a more open Harcourt—and battles PTSD over the choices he's made ** Listen & Follow Us:**
SupermanSuperman's Box Office Triumph & DCU UpdatesThe DC Universe is taking shape, and it all starts with Superman. The film has officially crossed $614 million worldwide, with $353M domestic (57.5%) and $260M international (42.5%). James Gunn has called the movie's success the “biggest relief of his life” because if it hadn't worked, the future of the entire DCU slate—from Supergirl to Lanterns—would have been in jeopardy.Superman Box Office UpdateDomestic box office: $353,302,360International box office: $260,800,000Worldwide total: $614,102,360This breakdown shows how crucial U.S. audiences remain for superhero films, even as international numbers grow.Variety and Deadline Report on Superman Profit MarginSuperman has an 8-week profit margin of about $125 million.It is the seventh-highest grossing film of the year.By comparison Man of Steel's profit margin was $42.7 million.We explain why domestic is still more profitable to studios than international.Gunn Relieved by Superman SuccessJames Gunn admitted that Superman's success was critical for DC Studios:“If Superman didn't work, I'm the head of DC Studios! What am I gonna do now? We have Supergirl, Peacemaker Season 2, Lanterns, Clayface—they're all connected to this!”PeacemakerSuperman's Visit to the Peacemaker SetA behind-the-scenes photo dated July 23, 2024 sparked speculation. David Corenswet appeared on the Peacemaker set in full Superman costume while James Gunn was splitting directing duties between Superman and Peacemaker Season 2. Fans believe this signals a direct connection between the two projects, with Superman potentially playing a meaningful role in Peacemaker Season 2. We disagree somewhat.How Would Fleury See Hawkgirl?Fans asked James Gunn online what Fleury might think of Hawkgirl. His playful response:“I think he'd wonder what's wrong with her head and wouldn't really know.”Yes the Grammar Fuck Up Was IntentionalJames Gunn confirmed that the infamous “Your the best” typo was intentional, sparking fan discussion. He also joked about Harcourt's “Thirstcourt” side in her texts, keeping his trademark banter alive.ClayfaceClayface – Gotham City Map Easter EggsA leaked Gotham City Transit Authority map revealed nods to Batman lore: Arkham Asylum, Ace Chemical, the Iceberg Lounge, Blackgate Penitentiary, Gotham Knights sporting complex, Wayne-owned buildings, Kane Estate, and Kane Memorial Bridge. Fans debated similarities to real-world Manhattan maps (like Hell's Kitchen).Man of Tomorrow – Superman Sequel AnnouncedJames Gunn confirmed Man of Tomorrow hits theaters July 9, 2027, almost exactly two years after Superman. Gunn clarified:It's not titled Superman 2, just Man of Tomorrow.The film will explore Superman and Lex Luthor's relationship, with Nicholas Hoult's Luthor donning the green-and-purple Warsuit.Speculation: Possible villains may be Bizarro, Brainiac, or Zod.Gunn emphasized his collaborative writing process and ongoing rewrites.People Responding to James GunnThe Man of Tomorrow announcement drew reactions from DC stars and creators:Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl): “See You Soooon”Aaron Pierre (John Stewart): “Yes, Indeed!”
Guest host Mark Garkusha joins the fray for a double dose episode as we catch up on the ever crass and entertaining Peacemaker on HBO Max. Join us as we discuss and react to Episodes 2 & 3 of Peacemaker S2!
Peacemaker heads to the best dimension ever -- or is it? -- as we recap Season 2, Episode 3 "Another Rick Up My Sleeve" on our podcast. Having escaped to the DC2, Peacemaker discovers not only does Harcourt like him, but his greatest sin, killing Rick Flag Jr, is reversed as well. And everyone loves him, thanks to a showdown with the Sons of Liberty. Meanwhile, in the DCU, the 11th Street Kids are recovering from a night of debauchery, while the noose tightens around Peacemaker and Eagly. Plus, we discuss the big theories around the episode, particularly whether DC2 is secretly the racist dimension known as Earth X.SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE, AMAZON, SPOTIFY, RSS, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The latest episode of Peacemaker excels at moving each storyline forward, bringing ARGUS to Chris's front door, and complicating the dynamic between Harcourt and Chris even further.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Hey Panlers! Steve and Mark are back with our coverage ofPeacemaker. This time we are covering the new releases of Season 2. In this episode of the podcast we cover Episodes 1 and 2 and we had a great time covering the first 2 episodes. Hear us talk about what we liked, our thoughts and what DCU stuff had come up since Superman (2025) came out. Check us out on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tune In, and Spotify,or whatever podcast player of choice you use. We Can be found on YouTube: Just Search Panels to Pixels Podcast!Subscribe! And just Check the Thumbs up if you like it! We would appreciate it! You can send Feedback at: Facebook.com/PanelsToPixels Email us: Panelstopixels1@gmail.com Instagram: @PanelsToPixelsPodcast Needle Drops in the episodes:Episode 1:-“Don't Ever Leave Me” by Hanoi RocksSix months later, after Chris Smith (John Cena) discovers the DC2 dimension in the Quantum Unfolding Chamber (QUC), we pick up with this song playing in Leota Adebayo's (Danielle Brooks) car. Also note, there's an alternate dimension Hanoi Roxx teased at the end.-“Guestlist” by Hardcore SuperstarAfter a fight with Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), Chris heads back to his place for a night of hard drugs and bisexual orgies, while this song kicks in.-“Dreamer” by Foxy ShazamCompletely wasted from the party, Peacemaker stumbles through the QUC and heads to DC2, wandering in wonder around the house he shares with his “dad” and “brother,” while yet another Foxy Shazam song plays.-“Blue Jeans” by SilvertideHarcourt also isn't doing great, so she heads to the biker barGabriel's Horn. As she walks in, this is playing, presumably on the jukebox. The song continues to play as she beats the crap out of pretty much everyone in the bar.-“Outrage” by Sister SinRight after being discovered by the DC2 version of Peacemaker, our Chris accidentally kills him in the QUC… And as we cut to the end credits, this song plays. Episode 2:-Evil Thoughts” by Foxy ShazamThis song begins playing as Peacemaker and Vigilante (Freddie Stroma) take out tools to dismember the DC2 version of Peacemaker that our Peacemaker accidentally killed last episode. It continues throughout the montage as they chop him up and dispose of the body parts by using the kyphotic alien's incinerator.-“Reapercussion” by The Cruel IntentionsWhile Fleury (Tim Meadows) is told to hold and watch Chris by Sacha Bordeaux (Sol Rodríguez), ARGUS assembles a team of operatives anyway to take Peacemaker down. We meet this ragtag squad to the song noted above.-“Dirty Money” by Ida MariaAfter absolutely obliterating Fleury's team, Eagly does a slo-mo victory walk to this song. That transitions into another montage, this time the “11th Street Kids,” aka the remaining team from Season 1, partying on Harcourt's rooftop. The song continues to play as we watch the team bond and chat at the party.-“This Time It's Love” by D'MollsBack at the party, Peacemaker and Harcourt have a heart-to-heart while this song plays.-“We Don't Need A Cure” by Hardcore SuperstarPeacemaker, drunk and sad, heads back to the DC2 after trying to text that Earth's version of Harcourt from the Peacemaker's phone (the one our Peacemaker incinerated). Once he gets to DC2 the text goes through, and he starts texting with the alt-Harcourt, while this song plays, leading us into the closing credits.
In this episode of Scene N Nerd, hosts Sarah Belmont and Will Polk dive into the electrifying world of "K Pop Demon Hunters" and the latest episode of "Peacemaker." They kick off with a thorough discussion on the phenomenon that is K Pop Demon Hunters, exploring its unexpected success, the viral sing-along version, and the impressive performance of its soundtrack on the Billboard charts. Sarah shares her insights on the film's music, while Will reflects on the universal appeal of K Pop and its impact on fans. The hosts also dissect the film's narrative, touching on themes of identity, fame, and the pressure faced by idols in the K Pop industry. They highlight the character arcs and the significance of the music in elevating the story, noting how the film resonates with both K Pop enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Switching gears, they delve into the first episode of "Peacemaker" Season 2, discussing the character dynamics and the emotional struggles of Chris and Harcourt as they navigate life post-heroics. Will and Sarah analyze the storytelling techniques used by James Gunn, the balance of humor and depth, and the intriguing introduction of new characters. With plenty of banter and insightful commentary, this episode is packed with nerdy goodness that you won't want to miss! 0:00 Welcome 0:45 Jump right into K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix 52:27 Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1 "The Ties That Grind" 1:17:35 Outro Want to keep the conversation going? Hit us up on X (formerly Twitter) @SceneNNerd, Bluesky @SceneNNerd.bsky.social, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @scene_n_nerd. Don't forget to check out our website at www.scenennerdpodcast.com. If you enjoyed this episode, drop us a rating and a shout-out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast fix!
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PEACEMAKER Season 2 Episode 1 "The Ties The Grind" from writer/director James Gunn dropped this past weekend focusing on Peacemaker interviewing for a spot on the Justice Gang, while Harcourt struggles to find work on the heels of Adebayo's bombshell press conference. Economos is forced to surveil Peacemaker under Rick Flag, Sr.'s new management. The series stars JOHN CENA, JENNIFER HOLLAND, DANIELLE BROOKS, STEVE AGEE, ROBERT PATRICK, FRANK GRILLO and more! The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER REVIEW of this episode to break it all down. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Overall Thoughts on Peacemaker S2 Ep1 7:30 Peacemaker's Storyline in S2 Ep1 16:20 Significance of the Imps, Rainbow Creature and Ultra Humanite 22:38 Harcourt's Storyline - Toxic Masculinity, Violence and Displacement 31:35 Adebayo, Economos and Vigilante's Statuses Here 34:06 Thoughts on the Orgy Scene 38:59 Thoughts on the Use of the Pocket Universes 41:50 Justice Gang Retcon and New Season 2 Opening 46:22 Analysis of James Gunn's Humor in the Episode FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mergulhamos na fascinante história da pirataria e da predação marítima entre os séculos XVI e XIX, explorando as diferenças entre os oceanos Atlântico e Índico! Neste SciCast, desvendamos o que define pirataria, passamos por figuras que moldaram o comércio colonial, desafiaram impérios e serviram de material para histórias, mitos e lendas. No Atlântico, a Era de Ouro da pirataria, marcada por nomes como Barba Negra e Anne Bonny, foi impulsionada pelo lucrativo mercado do açúcar e pelo tráfico de escravizados. No Índico, senhores do mar como Ching Shih e os Marakkars dominavam rotas comerciais com estratégias únicas, aproveitando as monções. Da origem do Jolly Roger às raízes da pirataria nas talassocracias antigas, descubra como esses rebeldes dos mares conectaram continentes e inspiram até hoje a cultura pop, de Jack Sparrow a One Piece. Seja bem vindo à bordo dessa aventura histórica! Patronato do SciCast: 1. Patreon SciCast 2. Apoia.se/Scicast 3. Nos ajude via Pix também, chave: contato@scicast.com.br ou acesse o QRcode: Sua pequena contribuição ajuda o Portal Deviante a continuar divulgando Ciência! Contatos: contato@scicast.com.br https://twitter.com/scicastpodcast https://www.facebook.com/scicastpodcast https://instagram.com/scicastpodcast Fale conosco! E não esqueça de deixar o seu comentário na postagem desse episódio! Expediente: Produção Geral: Tarik Fernandes e André Trapani Equipe de Gravação: Gustavo Rebello, Marcelo de Matos, Rodolfo Neto, Marcelo Pedraz, Rita Kujawski, Maria Oliveira Citação ABNT: Scicast #658: Pirataria no Atlântico e no Índico. Locução: Gustavo Rebello, Marcelo de Matos, Rodolfo Neto, Marcelo Pedraz, Rita Kujawski, Maria Oliveira. [S.l.] Portal Deviante, 25/08/2025. Podcast. Disponível em: https://www.deviante.com.br/podcasts/scicast-658 Imagem de capa: Captura do Pirata, Barba Negra, 1718, por Jean Leon Gerome Ferris. A pintura representa a batalha entre o pirata e o Tenente Maynard na baía de Ocracoke, no pico da Época Dourada da Pirataria. Por Jean Leon Gerome Ferris - http://www.neatorama.com/2007/10/22/pirate-lore-7-myths-and-trrrrruths-about-pirates/, Domínio público, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=8643114 Expotea: https://expotea.com.br/https://www.instagram.com/expoteabrasil/ Referências e Indicações Sugestões de literatura: FERNÁNDEZ RODRÍGUEZ, María. El pirata de ficción: Historia y teoría de un mito transmedial. 2022. Tese (Doutorado em Español: Investigación Avanzada en Lengua y Literatura) – Departamento de Lengua Española, Área de Teoría de la Literatura y Literatura Comparada, Facultad de Filología, Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, 2022. Orientador: Javier Sánchez Zapatero. REIS, Ernesto. Piratas no Atlântico Sul. 1. ed. São Paulo: Giostri, 2012. 108 p. ISBN-10: 8581080871 QUEIROZ, Camila Acosta. “Making his men believe he was a devil incarnate”: gênero, hidrarquia e masculinidade na pirataria moderna através de general history of the pyrates (Atlântico, século XVIII). Dissertação (Mestrado em História), Universidade Federal de Santa Maria. Santa Maria, 2024. Disponível em: https://repositorio.ufsm.br/handle/1/31894. Rediker, Marcus. Villains of All Nations: Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age (2004). Aborda como a economia marítima e o imperialismo criaram as condições ideais para a pirataria florescer no Atlântico. Cordingly, David. Under the Black Flag: The Romance and the Reality of Life Among the Pirates (1995). Descreve a interação entre impérios coloniais, comércio atlântico e pirataria, com ênfase nas rotas comerciais vulneráveis. O autor descreve a transição dos caçadores de gado para piratas, explicando como o termo “bucaneiro” (do francês boucanier) veio dos métodos indígenas de defumar carne. Linebaugh, Peter & Rediker, Marcus – The Many-Headed Hydra (2000). Examina o papel da pirataria dentro das redes de trabalho forçado e comércio imperial. Woodard, C. (2007). The Republic of Pirates: Being the True and Surprising Story of the Caribbean Pirates and the Man Who Brought Them Down. Harcourt. Johnson, C. (1724). A General History of the Pyrates. Edição moderna: Dover Publications, 1999. Earle, P. (2007). The Sack of Panamá: Captain Morgan and the Battle for the Caribbean. Thomas Dunne Books. Talty, S. (2005). Empire of Blue Water: Captain Morgan’s Great Pirate Army. Crown Publishers. Kelsey, H. (1998). Sir Francis Drake: The Queen’s Pirate. Yale University Press. "Jolly Roger" no Oxford Companion to Ships and the Sea, editado por Peter Kemp, 1988. Konstam, Angus. Piracy: The Complete History. Osprey Publishing, 2008. Sugestões de filmes: Our Flag Means Death (série) One Piece (anime) Tintin, Arco do Segredo do Licorne + Tesouro de Rackam, o Terrível Sugestões de links: Sobre bucaneiros: https://www.britannica.com/topic/buccaneer Sugestões de games: Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's time for peace, no matter the cost! Join TJ Zwarych and Sean Mott AKA MetalcoreNerds of Agents of Fandom as well as Rachel Tolleson to break down James Gunn's Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 1 on HBO Max! Come hang out and share your theories and thoughts on the first episode of the new season.(00:00:00) Intro (00:02:00) Whatcha Watchin? - Hazbin Hotel, Interstellar, Long Live the Black Parade (00:08:00) Peacemaker Season 2 Spoiler-Free Reactions(00:12:00) Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1 Breakdown(00:13:00) James Gunn Erases the DCEU in Peacemaker Episode 1(00:15:00) Peacemaker Season 2 Intro Music(00:18:30) Peacemaker Auditions for the Justice Gang(00:24:00) Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1 Goes Full Herogasm(00:28:00) Amanda Waller Continues to Torment Team Peacemaker(00:33:00) Rick Flagg Sr Takes Revenge in Peacemaker Season 2(00:38:00) Harcourt and Peacemaker's Relationship(00:40:00) Peacemaker's Brother Lives in Season 2(00:43:00) Jennifer Holland's Performance as Emilia Harcourt in Peacemaker(00:47:00) Bludhaven Reference in Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1(00:51:00) James Gunn Roasts Jared Leto and 30 Seconds to Mars(00:53:00) Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1 Easter EggsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agents-of-fandom--5479222/support.