Podcasts about His Dark Materials

This week The Two Dusty Boys dive into chapter twenty six of Terciel & Elinor. The finish line's in sight!We're also happy to announce the next series we will be reading for the show, The His Dark Materials series! We'll have more details when we're closer to wrapping up The Old Kingdom but we hope y'all will come join us on our next journey through The Golden Compass! Thanks! We love you!Join our Patreon and get access to our Patreon exclusive show "Films Cool!" for as little as $5 a month!https://www.patreon.com/7bellspodcastEmail us at 7bellspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram!Don't forget to rate and review us on Apple podcasts and Spotify. Thanks! We love youSupport the show

This week The Two Dusty Boys dive into the anticlimactic chapter twenty five of Terciel & Elinor.We're also happy to announce the next series we will be reading for the show, The His Dark Materials series! We'll have more details when we're closer to wrapping up The Old Kingdom but we hope y'all will come join us on our next journey through The Golden Compass! Thanks! We love you!Join our Patreon and get access to our Patreon exclusive show "Films Cool!" for as little as $5 a month!https://www.patreon.com/7bellspodcastEmail us at 7bellspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram!Don't forget to rate and review us on Apple podcasts and Spotify. Thanks! We love youSupport the show

Interview with John Leon of The Royal Arctic Institute. John returns for the third time to talk about The Royal Arctic Institute's new self titled album.  The Royal Arctic Institute is a cinematic instrumental post-jazz group from New York City. They have been recording and releasing records since 2017. Since forming in 2016, the band has been a revolving door of different musicians comprising several different lineups. The current lineup is composed of drummer Lyle Hysen (Das Damen, Arthur Lee), guitarists John Leon (Roky Erickson, Summer Wardrobe, Abra Moore) and Chris Robertson (Elk City, James Mastro), and bassist David Motamed (Das Damen, Two Dollar Guitar, Arthur Lee, Townes Van Zandt). The band name is a reference to the fantasy trilogy His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman. All four members of the Royal Arctic Institute have spent decades playing in various ensembles, working as studio musicians, backing musicians, and touring musicians. This self-titled fourth full-length recording from The Royal Arctic Institute is the first to include guitarist Chris Robertson. According to the band, Robertson is a crucial addition to the group, as he provides an added dimension to The Royal Arctic Institute sound and creative process, particularly because this debuts the group as a two guitar quintet. The decision to present this new album as a self-titled record is tightly connected to the band's excitement about their current musical direction. The new album also marks the first time The Royal Arctic Institute is working with Ray Ketchum of Magic Door Recording. Ketchum, often noted for his engineering and recording work on the last handful of Guided by Voices albums, helped steer the band towards an approach which allowed for a rich and fully developed sonic experience. Ketchum's keen and well attuned ear in the studio made it possible for The Royal Arctic Institute to focus more on the nuances they had been developing on previous releases, something apparent on “Twigs Of Cries, Feathers Of Sobs.” As guitarist John Leon points out:         https://www.theroyalarctic.com/

As sci-fi lovers who are looking to read more fantasy we could not be more excited to know what's good. Thanks to all y'all Hugonauts who filled out the survey, this list rocks. And a special thank you to Gordon Burroughs for joining us as our resident expert on the books we haven't read, plus for putting the whole survey together in the first place!Join the Hugonauts book club on discord to see the full survey results, including the undiscovered gemsOr you can watch the episode on YouTube if you prefer videoIf you want to jump around, here are the timestamps for all the books / series we talked about: 00:00 Intro2:58 Novel #10 - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson6:11 Series #10 - The Earthsea Cycle by Ursula K. Le Guin7:57 Novel #9 - Babel by R.F. Kuang10:30 Series #9 - The First Law Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie13:33 Novel #8 - The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle15:40 Series #8 - His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman19:18 Novel #7 - The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin21:20 Series #7 - Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson23:50 Novel #6 - A Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin25:37 Series #6 - Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling28:16 Novel #5 - Piranesi by Susanna Clarke30:36 Series #5 - The Stormlight Archives by Brandon Sanderson34:18 Novel #4 - The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien37:18 Series #4 - The Broken Earth by N.K. Jemisin38:38 - Our 3 favorites that didn't make the list43:46 Novel #3 - The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss46:19 Series #3 - Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin47:37 Novel #2 - Perdido Street Station by China Miéville50:04 Series #2 - The Dark Tower by Stephen King53:55 Novel #1 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien55:32 Series #1 - The Lord of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien

Friend of the pod Ella Risbridger joins us for our summer fantasy book club, where we'll be covering Philip Pullman's iconic trilogy His Dark Materials.This week we kick off with the first book of the series: Northern Lights.ALSO - SKIPSHOCK IS OUT TODAY!Head to your local bookshop or order now: https://www.walker.co.uk/9781529507966/skipshock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DID SEASON 2 STICK THE LANDING??? - Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With last night's TLOU Season Finale out in the world, we decided to hop on and give our thoughts on the season as a whole + answer your BURNING QUESTIONS about that Joel Death Scene, Ellie's journey over the course of the season, the introduction of Abby, plus characters like Jesse, Isaac, Gail, and MORE!!! The Gamers will kick us off to give their thoughts followed by the N00bs, so EVERYONE will get a chance to air their thoughts, praise, & grievances. What'd y'all think of season 2 & what are you hoping for from Season 3??? The last of us stars Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel Miller, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ELLIE & ABBY FACE TO FACE!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! After the Joel death scene where Abby kills Joel... the Gamers return to give their The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 7 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, Easter Eggs & Spoiler Review!! Join Greg Alba, Andrew Gordon (Cinepals), and Aaron Alexander as they react to and analyze every shocking twist, emotional beat, and intense fight sequence in The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 7. Don't miss our full breakdown, Easter eggs, and spoiler-filled review! Starring Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikhil Koparkar is an award-winning composer and performing artist who creates scores and songs for film, television and gaming. He recently composed the score for Hills of Tanchico, a fan-favorite song featured in The Wheel of Time Season 3.Nikhil is an SCL Award nominee for his work on the psychological horror film Dead Whisper (Vertical Entertainment), which had its limited theatrical and soundtrack release on July 5, 2024, followed by VOD on July 9. For this score, Nikhil also received the SESAC / New Music USA Reel Change Grant in 2023.His recent credits include composing the official theme for League of Legends' Lunar New Year campaign, which is featured in-game and across Riot Games' global content and events. Nikhil has collaborated extensively with Lorne Balfe's 14th Street Music, writing over 250 cues across 11 television series. Notable projects include Amazon's The Wheel of Time Season 2 (where he also served as project lead), Netflix's Life On Our Planet, HBO's His Dark Materials, and Hulu's Victoria's Secret: Angels & Demons.Beyond scoring for film and TV, Nikhil composed the official theme for Peru's CUSCO Futbol Club (2020), recorded across four continents and incorporating traditional Peruvian instruments. In addition to composing, Nikhil contributes to score production for acclaimed projects such as Amazon's Homecoming and the Oscar-nominated score for Minari by Emile Mosseri.

That Joel & Ellie Ending Scene... The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ After the Joel death scene where Abby kills Joel... The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, Easter Eggs & Spoiler Review!! In this pivotal episode of The Last of Us, we dive into emotional moments and action-packed scenes that explore Ellie and Joel's complex relationship. Pedro Pascal returns as Joel, and we see the iconic dinosaur and space capsule scene from the game, as Ellie (played by Bella Ramsey) celebrates her birthday. Eugene's fate is revealed as he's bitten, forcing Ellie to run for help while Joel breaks his promise not to execute Eugene. The tension builds as Ellie confronts Joel about what happened with the Fireflies in Salt Lake City, leading to a powerful emotional exchange. Join Greg Alba, Andrew Gordon (Cinepals), and Aaron Alexander as they break down the major developments and shocking moments of The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6. Don't miss out on all the insights, Easter eggs, nods to the games, and our full analysis! Starring Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AN INCREDIBLY EMOTIONAL EPISODE!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! In the aftermath of Abby killing Joel / the Joel Death Scene... Roxy, Tara, & John RETURN for The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 5 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! The last of us stars Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel Miller, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! #TheLastOfUs #TheLastOfUsSeason2 #TLOU #TLOU2 #PedroPascal #BellaRamsey #KaitlynDever #Abby #Joel #Ellie #GamersReact #Reaction #React #SpoilerReview #EndingExplained #NaughtyDog #HBO #VideoGameAdaptation #ReelRejects #ScreamQueens #Reaction #React In the aftermath of Abby killing Joel / the Joel Death Scene... Roxy, Tara, & John RETURN for The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 5 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOCTOR WHO GOES EUROVISION!! Doctor Who Full Reaction Watch Alopng:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our Doctor Who Inspired Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Doctor Who “The Interstellar Song Contest” Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Join Greg Alba and John Humphrey as they tune in to “The Interstellar Song Contest,” where the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa, Sex Education; Barbie) and companion Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu, The Night Manager; Indian Summers) arrive at a Eurovision-style galactic music competition hosted by Rylan Clark (The X Factor; Big Brother) and co-hosted by Sabine (Julie Dray, Frank of Ireland; I, Robot) aboard a colossal space station. What begins as interstellar fun quickly turns sinister when a terrorist plot to obliterate Earth and countless worlds is uncovered beneath the musical spectacle—forcing the Doctor to confront his deepest moral convictions and sparking one of his most intense emotional confrontations yet... Highlight scenes include holographic commentary from Graham Norton (The Graham Norton Show; Eurovision), Freddie Fox (King Charles III; His Dark Materials) delivering a haunting ballad as contestant Kid, and the shocking mid-credits reveal of Mrs Flood (Anita Dobson, EastEnders; Breakfast at Tiffany's) as an incarnation of the Rani, reshaping the episode's entire mythology behind the scenes, Nina Maxwell (Kiruna Stamell, The Long Call; Six Four) and Wynn Aura-Kin (Iona Anderson, Black Mirror; Grace) manipulate the contest's control decks, adding layers of intrigue, betrayal, and high-stakes drama. Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE VIRUS IS AIRBORNE!!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order In the aftermath of Abby killing Joel / the Joel Death Scene... Roxy, Tara, & John RETURN for The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 5 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! In this exciting and emotional next episode of The Last of Us, we dive deep into the intense moments that follow Joel's shocking death at the hands of Abby (Kaitlyn Dever). From Ellie's fierce confrontation with Nora (played by Shannon Woodward) to the tease of the powerful Bloater and the introduction of the spores / airborne infected, this episode is full of pulse-pounding action & unforgettable moments including Pedro Pascal's Joel cameo - Ellie's emotional and brutal showdown with Nora - A terrifying tease for the Bloater - Jesse (Ian Alexander) reuniting with Ellie and Dina - The intense Stalkers fight scene - Epic battle with the Scars & more! The last of us stars Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel Miller, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first meeting of the Juvenalia Book Club. We're going to be taking turns introducing each other to book series that we love. For our first run Andrea will be introducing Alan to the His Dark Materials books by Philip Pullman. We're going to be talking about Pullman's amazing worldbuilding, taking children's problems seriously, the biggest boy Iorek Byrnison, and lots more. Join us and tell us what you love (or don't love) about these booksAlan is @alan_maguire. Juvenalia is his main thing right now but he does a bit of standup sometimes too.Andrea  @AndreaCleary_. Her other podcasts are My Favourite Album With Andrea Cleary and The Nialler9 Podcast. Her newsletter is at https://andrea-cleary.ghost.io/Thank you to Dee McDonnell for our artwork.We have a Patreon! You can get bonus episodes including our patreon-only show Started/Finished where we talk about the pop culture we started and finished recently. We also have some free lil bits of merch. It's patreon.com/juvenaliaThis episode was produced by Alan.Juvenalia is a Tall Tales podcast. Thank you Cassie.

JEFFREY WRIGHT & JOSH PECK??? The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Visit https://www.liquidiv.com & use Promo Code: REJECTS to get 20% off your first order. Download the PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! The TLOU Saga continues as the n00bs return for another The Last Of Us Season 2 BLIND Reaction, Breakdown, Analysis, Commentary, & Spoiler Review! Still grieving the horrific & untimely Death of Joel at the hands of Abby, Ellie & Dina continue their trek toward Seattle to exact their revenge. Along the road, we get a tender moment in which Ellie plays Ah-Ha's Take On Me as the romance between her and Dina grows. Elsewhere, we're introduced to the ex-FEDRA turned WLF Isaac (Jeffrey Wright) along with a greater look at the ongoing war between WLF and The Scars.. the episode culminates in a harrowing horde attack forcing Ellie to reveal her secret... The last of us stars Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel Miller, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ISAAC HAS ENTERED THE GAME!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order After the Joel death scene where Abby kills Joel, Ellie plays the guitar cover on Take On Me...as Ellie & Dina set out across a brutal post-pandemic America. In The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 4, gamers react shot-by-shot to the one-to-one game adaptation. We meet Isaac (Jeffrey Wright) with his origin from FEDRA to WLF, encounter more Seraphites, witness a tense subway tunnel fight, and experience a major turning point as Ellie gets bitten—forcing her to finally reveal the truth to Dina, who also drops a bombshell: she's pregnant. The emotional intensity continues as the series brings to life pivotal TLOU Part II moments with incredible accuracy and tension. This episode is packed with fan-favorite scenes and deep lore connections. Starring Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

REVENGE MISSION TO SEATTLE!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order After the absolutely SHOCKING ending last week with the Death of Joel, the n00bs return for another The Last Of Us Season 2 BLIND Reaction, Breakdown, Analysis, Commentary, Spoiler Review, & Ending Explained! Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & John Humprhey REACT to all the emotional fallout after Abby Kills Joel leaving Ellie and Tommy to bury Joel and mourn his loss... Ellie makes a heartfelt plea for retribution, but after a tense town hall meeting with everyone in Jackson, Ellie decides to hunt down Abby on her own - with more than a little help from Dina. Episode 3 intensifies the desperate grief surrounding Joel's death while raising a whole new set of stakes as Ellie takes matters into her own hands, embarking on a dangerous revenge mission leading directly across the path of a new & unsettling group of scarred religious zealots along with the sinister WLF forces... The last of us stars Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel Miller, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SERAPHITES!! The Last Of Us Season 2 Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Download PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! After Joel's Death Scene (Abby Kills Joel), now it's time for The Last Of Us Season 2 Reaction, Breakdown, Commentary, Analysis, Spoiler Review, & Ending Explained! Greg Alba, Andrew Gordon (Cinepals), & Aaron Alexander react to all the emotional fallout as Ellie and Tommy bury Joel, Abby and Dina set out on a brutal path of revenge against the WLF, and we get the terrifying first introduction of the Seraphites (Scars). This episode captures the painful consequences of Joel's death while escalating the stakes, exploring Ellie's rage, and diving deeper into the complex world Naughty Dog created. Starring Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones) as Joel, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart, Dopesick) as Abby, Isabela Merced (Madame Web, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) as Dina, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Westworld) as Isaac, Rutina Wesley (True Blood, Queen Sugar) as Maria, and Young Mazino (Beef) as Jesse, The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 continues to deliver intense, heartbreaking storytelling while faithfully adapting the game's bold and emotional story beats for HBO. With new factions rising and tensions running high, the journey is only getting started! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this month's episode of Magus we are travelling all about Renaissance Europe and up through the layers of the heavens to undertake divine revelations into the life, times, and accomplishments of Giordano Bruno!From Bruno's early life as a Dominican priest, forced to flee one of six popes he thoroughly annoyed, right up to his horrid execution in the Campo de' Fiori, we're running through a wild highlights reel of his accomplishments - both in the development of his pioneering mnemonic memory systems through to creation of his occult philosophy, rooted in 'Egyptian Magic.'It's a wild journey, ranging from forbidden texts, hidden in the walls of a latrine, back through time to the birth of Renaissance Magic care of the likes of Pico and Ficino, into the heart of the French and English courts, to all the Universities where Bruno made himself so unpopular, wizardry aside this would still be a fascinating story. Yet, Giordano Bruno also preached a unique gospel, informed by the mythology of Hermes Trismegistus, which involved using hieroglyphics to talk to angels, flirting with Queen Elisabeth I, writing pretty ripe poetry, and trying to debate the failings of Christianity with the Pope himself...With examples of Bruno's wilder mystic beliefs as well as examples of how he shaped Renaissance science and culture, and even inspired aspects of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy, if you know nothing about Bruno then this one is going to be a face-melter. And if you do, we bet the wealth of a mid-rank Medici that there will be things in this episode that will still surprise you! The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays (Magic and Medicines about folk remedies and arcane spells, Three Ravens Bestiary about cryptids and mythical creatures, Dying Arts about endangered heritage crafts, and Something Wicked about folkloric true crime from across history) plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wow...They Actually Did It...Support The Channel By Grabbing Yourself Our TLOU Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ The Last of Us Season 2 Reaction Full Length Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects The Joel Death Scene in...The Last Of Us Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, TLOU Game Easter Eggs, Spoiler Review, Breakdown, & Ending Explained – Heavy Spoilers Ahead as Greg Alba, Andrew Gordon (CinePals), & Aaron Alexander sit down for a full gamer breakdown of The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2, and this one hits hard. From Abby kills Joel (shot-for-shot from the game comparison), to the intense Jackson attack, bloater sequences, and faithful recreations pulled straight out of The Last of Us Part II — we cover it all. This reaction goes deep into character psychology, game vs show comparisons, and what comes next for Ellie's arc. We highlight the incredible performances from Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian, Fantastic Four First Steps) as Joel, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones, His Dark Materials) as Ellie, Kaitlyn Dever (Unbelievable, Booksmart) as Abby, Gabriel Luna (Terminator: Dark Fate, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Tommy, and Rutina Wesley (True Blood) as Maria. With stunning cinematography and brutal emotional weight, HBO's The Last of Us continues to stay faithful to Naughty Dog's vision while bringing new layers to the story we thought we knew. Whether you're a long-time TLOU fan or watching it fresh, this spoiler review dives deep into episode 2's meaning, game accuracy, Easter eggs, emotional turns, and what it all means for Ellie's journey ahead. The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2 Reaction, The Last of Us Part II Reaction, TLOU 2 Joel Death Scene, Abby kills Joel reaction, Pedro Pascal Joel death, The Last of Us gamers react, TLOU Part II HBO vs Game, Jackson fight scene Last of Us, The Last of Us Episode 2 breakdown, Naughty Dog game adaptation, Ellie vs Abby, Bella Ramsey reaction, Kaitlyn Dever Abby reaction, Last of Us bloater scene, The Last of Us Easter eggs, CinePals reaction, Reel Rejects Last of Us, Andrew Gordon CinePals. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Thorne is co-author of Netflix drama Adolescence. But this is far from his first rodeo, over a 20 year career, his writing has appeared in many iconic British dramas, from Shameless and This is England '86 to His Dark Materials. He started out as a playwright and hasn't lost his love for theatre, having written West End box office hit, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Jack is known in the industry for his compulsive work ethic, political edge and capacity for empathy. Stephen Smith speaks to the people close to Jack, including early collaborator and Oscar-winner Daniel Kaluuya, actor Morven Christie, and Jack's dad, Mike Thorne. Presenter: Stephen Smith Producers: Josephine Casserly and Chloe Scannapieco Editor: Max Deveson Sound: James Beard Production Co-ordinators: Maria Ogundele, Sabine SchereckArchive: Adolescence, Plan B, Netflix This is England ‘86, Warp Films and Film4 Production, Channel 4 Skins, Netflix

British actor and comedian Nick Frost is reportedly in final talks to play Rubeus Hagrid in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV series, a decade-long adaptation of J.K. Rowling's bestselling fantasy novels. Frost, known for Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, would step into the iconic role originally portrayed by Robbie Coltrane. While HBO has yet to officially confirm the casting, Frost's cryptic Instagram post and recent social media activity have fueled fan speculation. The high-profile series is being helmed by His Dark Materials writer Francesca Gardiner and Succession director Mark Mylod, and will feature a new cast including John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paapa Essiedu. If confirmed, Frost's casting would bring heartfelt humor and warmth to the beloved Hogwarts character, making him a standout choice for a new generation of fans.Keywords: Nick Frost Hagrid, HBO Harry Potter series, Harry Potter TV show cast, new Hagrid actor, HBO fantasy series, Robbie Coltrane Hagrid, Francesca Gardiner, Mark Mylod Harry Potter, decade-long Harry Potter reboot.

YAY! Well, apologies for not having an episode last week. I lost my voice! :( But we're back and ready to ROCK IT! Why does no one pinch anymore on St. Patrick's Day when one doesn't wear green?!? Highly disappointed. We brought The Flash back on to TRBS to discuss Marooned Season 2 so far... The Flash's journey on the show so far. Clearly he hasn't been voted off the show yet, as of episode 6... Link is below to watch Marooned! Support Martin, The Flash and enjoy Marooned!!!Marooned Season 2: https://www.youtube.com/@MaroonedLRGCinnabon candles, girls' football, Mexican water, vertigo and the Epley Maneuver (how to get rid of vertigo), March Madness and Colorado State Basketball! Cobra Kai, Tulsa King, Reacher season 3, His Dark Materials, and other tv shows! Yeah it's a fun show with a variety of topics! As usual... The Real Brian Show is the show for the multipassionate person. The place to end your week on a positive note, nerd out with us, and HAVE FUN! Learn things to better your life, and escape all the negative crap around us!PLEASE SUPPORT TRBS in 2025!!!!Patreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianProfitcastProfitcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockmypodcastProfitcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id894979986?mt=2&ls=1Profitcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IahJnf3FJjOSvomfjGwRvMusic Spotify Playlists: TRBS 2025 Playlist on SpotifyTRB's GLORIOUSNESS (New Music) Playlist on SpotifyThe Captain Influence Playlist on SpotifySubscribe to The Real Brian Show Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-brian-show/id1160475222Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UsRunmoQzHkrWbwmAjmLM?si=e76f534378ec4b8fYouTube: https://youtube.com/therealbrianSupport The Real Brian Show Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianPatreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowAMAZON LINK: Any time you purchase something off of Amazon, please consider using the TRBS affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3OVl49oAffiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you!Connect With TRB and The Show! Website: https://realbrianshow.comFacebook:

Adolescence is a four-part mini-series on Netflix co-created by actor Stephen Graham and writer Jack Thorne (Skins, His Dark Materials). Each hour-long episode is filmed in a single continuous take under the direction of Philip Barantini (Boiling Point), depicting the daily life of 13-year-old Jamie (newcomer Owen Cooper) in real time. The series focuses on themes of online radicalization, misogyny, and familial relationships, illustrating how an otherwise ordinary teenager can become involved in a violent incident. By opting for real-time storytelling without edits, Adolescence presents an uninterrupted look at Jamie's world and the factors influencing his choices. Tune in to hear our full thoughts on the series. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Intro GTKY: Oil changes and plumbing New Stuff: Altered Carbon, Cyberpunk 2077, Tokyo Ghost; Lady Mechanika, His Dark Materials, Berserker Sportsball: Mens basketball bracket Trailer Talk: The Last of Us s2 Nerd News: Colin Farrell Sgt Rock, Starship Troopers remake, Shang-Chi 2, Mortal Kombat 2, DCU plans Coming Soon: Wicked, A Working Man, March Madness, MLB The Show, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Absolute Flash, Out of Alcatraz Contact info & outro Join these fine folks at patreon.com/besottedgeek on $3, $1, and FREE tiers:  Otter Sean Steve Nisey Alan Brent Jim Bruce David Randall Izzy Mark Jeof Beaver James Andrew Gray Edward Dave

The question in the title isn't rhetorical! Pippa has an answer for KJ about why Phillip Pullman's book goes by so many names, as well as info about the movie adaptation and the HBO series... and all the ways those adaptations went astray. Website: https://adaptordiepod.wixsite.com/mysite  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adaptordiepod  Cover art by Jess Rubio. Music by Isabel Forden.   Sources: THE DARK SIDE OF NARNIA by Philip Pullman: https://web.archive.org/web/20010628221443/http://riff.hiof.no/~steinabl/PULLMANLEW.HTML THE GOLDEN COMPASS MOVIE WHAT WENT WRONG by Andrew Blair for Den of Geek: https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/the-golden-compass-movie-what-went-wrong/ WHERE DID 'THE GOLDEN COMPASS' GO ASTRAY? from Vulture's The Take (no byline): https://www.vulture.com/2007/12/golden_compass_scripts.html HOW HOLLYWOOD SAVED GOD by Hanna Rosin for The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2007/12/how-hollywood-saved-god/306444/ Philip Pullman's thoughts on the HBO series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=oce5gKgdPFM&t=75s Kathleen Crawford's interview with Casting Networks: https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-all-of-us-strangers-casting-director-kahleen-crawford-turned-people-watching-into-a-thriving-career/ HIS DARK MATERIALS IS FINALLY GETTING TOLD WITHOUT (MUCH) BACKLASH by Nathan Smith for SyFy: https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/his-dark-materials-golden-compass-religion-church-hbo-movie

Join us as we adventure to the lands of armored polar bears, daemons, and witches! This week the We Didn't Read It crew is journeying through Northern Lights (aka The Golden Compass), the first book in the His Dark Materials series.

A 42-year-old man auditioned for Hermione in the new HBO Harry Potter TV adaptation, despite the show's open casting call, sparking controversy and amusement. The rumored casting of a black actor as Snape has led to accusations of race-bending, with some fans arguing it contradicts the character's vivid description in the books. The show's decision to gender-swap characters and race-bend actors has sparked backlash from fans who feel it goes against the books' descriptions and is an attempt to be politically correct. Showrunner Francesca Gardner's history of race-bending characters in her work on His Dark Materials has raised concerns about the show's commitment to book accuracy. The casting choices have ignited a wider debate about representation in adaptations, with some arguing it prioritizes political correctness over genuine commitment to diversity.

British screenwriter and playwright Jack Thorne (His Dark Materials, Wonder, Enola Holmes, Crip Tales) has created adaptations of extraordinarily beloved characters and works. He.talks to Franklin Leonard and Kate Hagen about the art and responsibility of storytelling--from adapting Harry Potter and The Cursed Child for the stage, to his perspective on collaboration and authorship. Thorne thinks in terms of empowering key storytellers--aware of how much a face tells the story and how much actors need to be celebrated as authors. Thorne is also a big advocate for fuller disability narratives on screen. Trying to get the industry to take disability seriously remains very hard--a point he and Franklin explore from two different seats about a specific film.Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst.This conversation took place in 2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com.Mentions: His Dark Materials: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/his_dark_materials Enola Homes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/enola_holmes Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/uk/#  CripTales: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/criptales/s01 Jack Thorne's Adaptation of A Christmas Carol Will Stream Live From The Old Vic: https://www.playbill.com/article/jack-thornes-adaptation-of-a-christmas-carol-will-stream-live-from-the-old-vic 

Business travel remains one of our largest sources of greenhouse emissions, accounting for 26% of the UK's total emissions. In an ideal world, no one would have to travel to work or events, some might even point to the way everyone adapted in COVID as a prime example of this in practice. However, for many that model of work is not feasible in the long-term. So, how can we reduce this unavoidable stream of emissions? Businesses are starting to take the right steps, however, today's guest is paving the way as a shining example of sustainable business travel and events management.   In this episode, Mel is joined by Christopher Truss, Global Sustainability Director at Reed & Mackay, to discuss their impressive existing ISO Standard portfolio and their journey towards ISO 14064 carbon verification. You'll learn ·      Who is Chris Truss? ·      Who are Reed & Mackay? ·      What are the highlights from Reed & Mackay's latest Sustainability and Responsible Business report? ·      What Standards are Reed & Mackay certified to? ·      What is the demand for sustainability within the business travel and events management sector? ·      Why get ISO 14064 verified? ·      What were the challenges with obtaining ISO 14064 verification? ·      What are the benefits of obtaining ISO 14064 Verification?   Resources ·      Reed & Mackay ·      Reed & Mackay Sustainable and Responsible Business Report 2024 ·      Carbonology   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – We welcome today's guest, Chris Truss, Global Sustainability Director at Reed & Mackay, to explore their ISO Standards portfolio and journey towards ISO 14064 verification. [02:40] Who is Chris?: Chris has had over 20 years experience in the business travel industry. He is currently responsible for driving the sustainability agenda at Reed & Mackay, which includes the development of services and solutions that their clients require to meet their own sustainability initiatives. He also manages a wide range of third-party suppliers. A lesser know fact about Chris is in a band, playing the folk fiddle and singing in pubs around Yorkshire. He also plays tennis in the over 45 category for Yorkshire! [04:50] Who are Reed & Mackay? – Reed & Mackay are a global travel management and event management business. They help clients all the way from picking up the telephone and making bookings on their behalf, helping them source appropriate venues for their events and then managing the overall spend, the supply chain and ultimately reporting back to them on what they've been up to and how they can improve their processes and save money. Reed & Mackay are highly regarded for their quality of services, especially within the professional services sector, and they proudly boast a number of large blue chip clients. [05:50] What are some of the highlights in Reed & Mackay's Sustainability and Responsible Business Report? When Chris came into his latest role, he looked to tackle two main points: ·      How can Reed & Mackay operate sustainably? ·      How can we articulate that to our clients? As a result of the work Chris has done, Reed & Mackay have signed up to the United Nations Global Compact and have aligned themselves with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. They have also become an EcoVadis rated supplier and are undertaking their first Carbon Reduction Plan disclosure. From a corporate responsibility point of view, they have made great strides to improve their gender pay gap. They are also ensuring the integrity of their charitable partnerships. [08:00] What are some of the sustainability initiatives that Reed & Mackay have started? Reed & Mackay support a charity called 4Ocean, who are trying to remove as much plastic from our oceans as possible. They selected this charity in particular due to it's global reach, embodying the nature of Reed & Mackay's global influence in 13 countries for the past 10 years. They recognised the need to support a sustainability based charity as corporate travel is highly polluting, so this is a form of taking responsibility and looking at where they can assist to reduce environmental damage. 4Oceans also allows their employees to get involved directly, should they choose to take some time out of the office to help with ocean clean-up. [09:55] What ISO Standards are Reed & Mackay certified to? They are currently certified to: ·      ISO 27001 Information Security ·      ISO 14001 Environmental Management ·      ISO 22301 Business Continuity ·      ISO 9001 Quality Management All of which they have been certified to for over 10 years now! They acted as a foundation for Chris to drive his sustainability agenda. [11:10] How are these ISO Standards managed across the business? – Reed & Mackay have a dedicated Security and Trust team that manage all ISO certifications, in addition to their other responsibilities. All of the ISO Standards are a part of their Integrated Management System, which sits alongside their policies and procedures for the business that are managed by a central team. This has provided them with an invaluable foundation to ensure the delivery of quality services, client satisfaction and continual improvement. [12:45] What is the demand for sustainability within the business travel sector? They are receiving more requirements and requests from clients in regard to their own operational CO2 footprint, which is needed for clients own reporting requirements as Reed & Mackay would count towards many clients Scope 3 emissions. There is also a need for more transparency with carbon reporting, including the use of credible calculation methodology's. The verification of GHG emissions also gives clients more confidence that businesses are doing what they say they're doing. [14:15] What was the main driver behind Reed & Mackay gaining ISO 14064 verification?: While they felt confident in their sustainability efforts up to a certain point, they wanted someone to come in and mark their homework to make sure they were doing the right thing. With the increase in client demand for credible sustainability reporting, it was vital to pursue various CPD disclosures such as EcoVadis and prepare for upcoming legislation like CSRD. To ensure they were in the best possible shape to give the information requested by clients and other stakeholders, they needed am accurate and reliable method of verification, which is what ISO 14064 could provide. [15:40] What were the main challenges in obtaining ISO 14064 verification?: Just getting a hold of the raw data was the most difficult part, although they found it to be a very enlightening experience too. Having to dig to find the right information helped Chris to understand the business better, giving him a greater visibility on where their carbon emissions are coming from and where there are opportunities to reduce those. You have to be very tenacious to get all the necessary data. Chris highlights purchased goods and services data as particularly challenging to obtain due to its granular nature. Now they have been through this process once, they've got a system in place to make data collection a lot easier in future. [18:55] What impact has ISO 14064 verification had on Reed & Mackay?: It's helped from an internal perspective as people now have a greater visibility and understanding of the impact that have on an individual basis. This in turn creates a strong launchpad for their Net Zero strategy. From an external perspective, it's given Reed & Mackay a lot more confidence in their own processes and their ability to work with their clients towards sustainability goals. [20:00] What were the main benefits of getting ISO 14064 verified?: Giving clients, stakeholder and employees confidence: The verification calculation is reliable, and so they can be confident in relaying the facts and figures to interested parties. A great insight: The data has provided huge insights into how the business operates and where it's biggest emissions sources lie. This is vital to know before you take steps to try and reduce your current impact. Ability to create an accurate Carbon Reduction Plan: Once again, with confidence in having the correct data to hand, they are able to formulate an accurate Carbon Reduction Plan which can be realistically achieved. Anti Green-washing: Consumers are crying out for a reliable sign of credibility. Simply having an environmental policy statement may have been enough 10 years ago, but that's not the case now. People expect evidence of your sustainability claims. [21:50] Chris's top tip for anyone considering ISO 14064 verification: Just get started and don't be scared by the process. Though it may seem daunting to start, you will actually be in a much better position than when you started. Having verified data and awareness of where that data comes from and what it means on a larger scale will be vital to looking for opportunities for improvement. So, if you want to improve your sustainability, you just need to get cracking! [23:20] How are Reed & Mackay helping organisations improve the sustainability of their travel?: Reed & Mackay's ambition is to make sure that clients understand the impact of their choices at every single step of their journey. To help, they provide the carbon footprint of every booking they make, whether that be through their site or with a consultant. They also have approval processes built into their systems, which can be based on carbon. For example, if a client doesn't want to take the lowest carbon option on a particular journey, they can add required approval from an additional person within that client's organisation. So it adds a level of accountability over the choices people make. They also provide full reporting on business travel activity and where potential savings have been missed. This is a valuable tool if they need to provide travel data to carbon consultants for example, they'll already have all of those granular reports prepared. These reports will highlight where clients haven't taken the lowest carbon option, i.e. where they could travel in a group instead of individually. Reed & Mackay's intention is to make sure people have visibility of carbon alongside cost so clients can make a fair and balanced decision. Additional services include: ·      Able to set carbon budgets across a business ·      Ability to purchase carbon credits for offsetting purposes ·      Opportunities to mitigate carbon emissions through offsetting, or decarbonise through Carbon Reduction Plans over a period of time [28:50] Chris's book recommendation: His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman [29:15] Chris's favourite quote: You can't measure success if you have never failed – Steffi Graf If you would like to learn more about Reed & Mackay, and their sustainability initiatives, visit their website. 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In this episode of the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome award-winning composer and performing artist Nikhil Koparkar! Known for his captivating scores in film, television, and gaming, Nikhil shares his journey through the world of sound. We discuss his work on the highly anticipated psychological horror film Dead Whisper, which has been highlighted by COLLIDER as one of the “Best Horror Movies Releasing July 2024.” Nikhil also reveals his creative process behind the official main theme for Riot Games' League of Legends - Lunar New Year Campaign, and his collaborations on major projects like Netflix's Life On Our Planet and HBO's His Dark Materials. Discover how Nikhil blends instruments from different cultures with a modern cinematic palette, leading to his recognition as a prominent voice in film scoring. Whether you're a music lover, aspiring composer, or just curious about the art of sound, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights!

Two very different directors talk about two very different films on this episode of the Movies In Focus podcast. First-up, Kevin Smith talks about his 1980s set comedy, The 4:30 Movie and then later in the episode Euros Lyn discusses his vampire-comedy, The Radleys. Kevin Smith was one of the leading figures in the 1990s independent film scene. His self-financed low-budget comedy Clerks was a massive success and he went on to make the likes of Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma Jay And Silent Bob Strike Back, Jersey Girl and others. Working with rep company that includes the likes of Ben Affleck, Jason Lee, Jason Mewes and Matt Damon, Smith's films have also had a strong autobiographical bent, incorporating moments and characters from his own life and adding his own style of acerbic wit. His latest film, The 4:30 Movie is his most autobiographical yet- a 1980s set coming of age story that not only takes place within the confines of Smith's home state of New Jersey - but also his very own SmodCastle cinema. It's a witty and heartfelt film that delivers the goods for fans of his work and those looking for a well-honed comedy. Kevin Smith talks about digging into his past to make the film, shooting in your own cinema - as well as the possibility of a Mallrats sequel. To say that Welsh director Euros Lyn has had an illustrious career would be an understatement. His career as a director is littered with some of the television's top shows including - Casualty, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Sherlock, Broadchurch, Happy Valley, Daredevil, His Dark Materials and Heartstopper. Lyn's new film, The Radleys is based on Matt Haig's book of the same name - and it stars Damian Lewis and Kelly Macdonald as a married couple with a young family - and they all just happen to be vampires. Euros Lyn's chat about The Radleys covers bringing the material to the screen and getting such a great cast for his vampire film.

HIS DARK MATERIALS by Philip Pullman WATERSHIP DOWN by Richard Adams   In our 148th episode, Andrew covers not one, not two, but three books! That's right, it's HIS DARK MATERIALS week on the pod. Will Andrew be captivated by this classic, which Toby reveres? And just in case you were worried that we didn't have enough touchstone works of fiction for children featuring animals, Bailey dives into WATERSHIP DOWN by Richard Adams. There's also a healthy heaping of speed reading discussion, sassy author quotes, and capybaras - aka something for everyone!   *If you'd like to have your voice on our last episode, please send a voice note of your best "Books, books, books!" to our email - more info in the episode!

This week the South African camera operator and steadicam operator, Ashlea Downes. Among Ashlea's credits are the popular Netflix series Bridgerton on which she is working with a previous guest on this podcast, Alicia Robbins. Ashlea has also worked on House of the Dragon, Wicked, Skyfall, Spider-Man: Far From Home and His Dark Materials. Ashlea was born in Pretoria, South African in 1985. Her father, Ant, was an accountant and business owner, and her mother, Alex, an artist and art teacher. Her brother, Scott, is a hand painted sign artist. Ashlea grew up enjoying sports and the outdoors; she was a competitive rider, taking after her mother who was a keen horsewoman. She also swam, played water polo and netball but academia was not her rap. Instead she followed her father's interest in photography and her mother's talent for art. Her love of wildlife gave her aspirations to be a wildlife documentary filmmaker so it was no surprise that these influences steered her to the AFDA Film School where she graduated with a degree in Cinematography. After college, her relentless determination and ambition to break into the industry opened up opportunities that would prove the foundation of her career, and soon she would find herself being called up for the Bond movie Skyfall filming in Turkey and then to the UK to film at the London Olympics. A turning point in her career was moving to the UK shortly after where she met her partner and found steady work from trainee to 2nd AC/ loader and then making her mark as a camera operator. Ashlea lives between Reading, England and Cape Town, South Africa with her husband Karl Taggart. She is currently working as a camera operator on Season 4 of Bridgerton. Ashlea on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4701569/Instagram: @ashlea_downes https://www.instagram.com/ashlea_downes Ashlea's favorite women in visual arts: Charlotte Bruus ChristensenMandy WalkerReed MoranoRachel MorrisonCatherine GoldschmidtAlicia RobbinsAlice BrookElana Garret Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wisp--4769409/support.

This week the South African camera operator and steadicam operator, Ashlea Downes. Among Ashlea's credits are the popular Netflix series Bridgerton on which she is working with a previous guest on this podcast, Alicia Robbins. Ashlea has also worked on House of the Dragon, Wicked, Skyfall, Spider-Man: Far From Home and His Dark Materials. Ashlea was born in Pretoria, South African in 1985. Her father, Ant, was an accountant and business owner, and her mother, Alex, an artist and art teacher. Her brother, Scott, is a hand painted sign artist. Ashlea grew up enjoying sports and the outdoors; she was a competitive rider, taking after her mother who was a keen horsewoman. She also swam, played water polo and netball but academia was not her rap. Instead she followed her father's interest in photography and her mother's talent for art. Her love of wildlife gave her aspirations to be a wildlife documentary filmmaker so it was no surprise that these influences steered her to the AFDA Film School where she graduated with a degree in Cinematography. After college, her relentless determination and ambition to break into the industry opened up opportunities that would prove the foundation of her career, and soon she would find herself being called up for the Bond movie Skyfall filming in Turkey and then to the UK to film at the London Olympics. A turning point in her career was moving to the UK shortly after where she met her partner and found steady work from trainee to 2nd AC/ loader and then making her mark as a camera operator. Ashlea lives between Reading, England and Cape Town, South Africa with her husband Karl Taggart. She is currently working as a camera operator on Season 4 of Bridgerton. Ashlea on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4701569/Instagram: @ashlea_downes https://www.instagram.com/ashlea_downes Ashlea's favorite women in visual arts: Charlotte Bruus ChristensenMandy WalkerReed MoranoRachel MorrisonCatherine GoldschmidtAlicia RobbinsAlice BrookElana Garret Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.

Poor, poor Tanya.  She re-lives her harrowing days as a covid victim.  We are so thankful to see her up and shining brightly behind the mic today.  She brings us incredible cute and fun items that she found during her convalescence.  I laugh at some of Shep's funny things he says as he is on laughing gas for his wisdom teeth extraction.  We celebrate Burger Week around here and it was a resounding success!  Truett and I are counting the days until Lovey goes to Virginia.  Stay safe out there people. 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Squeeze Me Lip Balm, Moisturizing Lip Balm For A Sheer Tint Of Color, Infused With Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan & Cruelty-free   Digital Projection Alarm Clocks for Bedrooms - Large LED Display, 180° Rotatable   Womens Silk Pajamas Set Satin Pjs with Long Pants Short Sleeve Sleepwear V Neck   Let's Talk TV New Season of Emily in Paris August 15   Find Me Falling with Harry Connick Jr   His Dark Materials - Apple TV   Buying London   My All American  (Freddie Steinmark UT gives Greater feelings Brandon Burlsworth)   AMERICA'S SWEETHEARTS:The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders In this episode, Tanya and Jasa discuss Tanya's week of being sick and Jasa's experiences with her family's medical issues. They also talk about taking home leftovers from restaurants and their love for the TV show Reba. In this part of the conversation, Tanya and Jasa discuss various topics including their thoughts on the TV show Reba, Tanya's broken dishwasher, Tanya's recent purchases during Prime Day, and Jasa's glasses and readers. Tanya shares her excitement about getting a new dishwasher and recommends a self-tanner applicator, an eye cream, a facial moisturizer, and a lip balm. She also talks about her love for a digital projection clock and her new silk pajamas. Jasa adds humor and commentary throughout the conversation. In this conversation, Tanya and Jasa discuss their recent TV and movie recommendations. They talk about movies like Find Me Falling and My All American, as well as TV shows like Emily in Paris and Buying London. They also mention a book series called His Dark Materials and a reality show about the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders. The conversation ends with a discussion about Burger Week and National Ice Cream Day. KeywordsCOVID-19, sickness, medical issues, leftovers, Reba, TV show, Reba, dishwasher, Prime Day, purchases, self-tanner applicator, eye cream, facial moisturizer, lip balm, digital projection clock, silk pajamas, TV shows, movies, recommendations, Emily in Paris, Buying London, Find Me Falling, My All American, His Dark Materials, Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, Burger Week, National Ice Cream Day Takeaways Tanya shares her experience of being sick with COVID-19 and the symptoms she went through. Jasa talks about her family's medical issues, including her son's wisdom teeth extraction. They discuss the habit of taking home leftovers from restaurants and the different perspectives on it. Both Tanya and Jasa express their love for the TV show Reba and the lessons they've learned from it. Reba is a TV show that both Tanya and Jasa enjoy, and they discuss their favorite characters and scenes. Tanya's dishwasher broke down, and she shares her frustration and excitement about getting a new one. Tanya shares her recent purchases during Prime Day, including a self-tanner applicator, an eye cream, a facial moisturizer, and a lip balm. Tanya and Jasa talk about the benefits of a digital projection clock and the comfort of silk pajamas. Jasa adds humor and commentary throughout the conversation, making it entertaining and engaging. Tanya and Jasa recommend movies like Find Me Falling and My All American They discuss TV shows like Emily in Paris and Buying London They mention a book series called His Dark Materials They talk about a reality show about the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders They share their experience during Burger Week and National Ice Cream Day Titles Lessons from Reba The Leftover Debate Reba: A TV Show Worth Watching The Saga of Tanya's Dishwasher Book Series: His Dark Materials Reality Show: Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Sound Bites "This episode is so fresh, it'll be like a newborn baby calf when it comes out tomorrow morning." "I'm still fighting it off, but I'm past the like, it's going to kill me stage. And I'm just into the, I sound again like the Marlboro woman stage." "I feel dead inside. To which he was like, okay, hang on, let me write that down in my computer." "Van and Cheyenne. I mean, just hilarious." "There's a like an epic scene of Van taking a pizza roll" "We're getting a Bosch dishwasher. I am so excited about having a new dishwasher." "I'm going to a mansion on the happy day express" "The new season of Emily in Paris is coming out August 15" "Why would you recommend a movie that had a naked Harry Connick Jr. in it?" Chapters 00:00Introduction and Patreon Membership 02:02A Week of Illness and Recovery 06:29The Wisdom Teeth Extraction Experience 08:51Exploring 'Hillbilly Elegy' and Reba 16:48The Art of Taking Home Leftovers 21:20Not Taking Everything Personally 25:59The Hilarity of Reba and Memorable Scenes 41:01The Convenience of a Digital Projection Clock 46:45The Comfort and Luxury of Silk Pajamas 49:02Excitement for Emily in Paris 51:14Harry Connick Jr.'s Singing Talent 53:52Movie Recommendation: My All American 57:27Lack of TV Shows Watched 01:04:06Burger Week Recommendations 01:06:22National Ice Cream Day 01:09:54Preparations for a Wedding

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Deadpool trailer spoils reveal.The Boys season 5 confirmation.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsShifty Shellshock - Toxicology report suggests accidental OD.New Music/VideoSlaughter to Prevail - Live in Moscow, the bands PPV event, is now free to watch.https://sumerian.lnk.to/liveinmoscowvideo Ill Nino - Beast Inside https://youtu.be/EZt2UeHJc_0 this feels more like the Ill Nino I heard at Ozzfest.Tech N9ne - The Birth https://youtu.be/8MV8B4_9hFc Tech really feels like the rap i listened to in middle school. In the best way.Eminem - Toby https://youtu.be/9xn0OHEZZ8Q feat Big Sean and Babytron. Easily better than Houdini.TURMION KÄTILÖT - Schlachter feat. Chris Harms https://youtu.be/Zuew-oe7oco German industrial metal. A bit on the chaotic side, but good. Video is a bit ridiculous… Memphis May Fire - Paralyzed https://youtu.be/06ZH9rXCCAM This is what you expect. Not much to write home about, but pretty well done.Tours/FestivalsDeicide - Banished By Sin tour. Krisiun, Inferi, and Cloak for support. Starts Sept 5 in Atlanta through Oct 11 in Tampa. Tickets on sale July 5.https://deicideofficial.com/tour-dates/ Tenacious D - 5 dates in the end of October announced. https://www.stubhub.com/tenacious-d-tickets/performer/130929 Wage War - with Erra, Thrown, and Fame on Fire. Starts Sept 26 in St. Paul MN through Nov 3 in Atlanta. https://www.stubhub.com/wage-war-tickets/category/100271556 Reg ‘ol NewsSick of it All - Frontman Lou Koller diagnosed with esophageal tumor. The band's European tour has been canceled. GoFundMe started: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-lou-koller-sick-of-it-all-fight-cancer https://blabbermouth.net/news/sick-of-it-all-frontman-lou-koller-diagnosed-with-esophageal-tumor-european-tour-canceled Adema - In this time of revivals, even Adema are getting another chance. Newly signed to Cleopatra Records, the newly minted 4-piece are planning a new record for next year.https://blabbermouth.net/news/adema-signs-with-cleopatra-records-new-album-due-in-2025 The Sword - Reunion show at Levitation Festival Nov 3. After 2 years of “hiatus.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/texass-the-sword-to-reunite-for-performance-at-levitation-festival SuggestsEve 6 - Horoscope - It was released on July 25, 2000, through RCA Records. Stand out tracks: Promise, Here's to the Night, On the Roof Again, Jet Pack.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsStarfield - Bethesda is trying to fix Creations to closer resemble Skyrim. Only minor fixes this time around though. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/starfield-update-creations-mods-patch-notes/ TrailersDead Rising Deluxe Remaster - Sept 19, for PS5 Xbox series, and PC for $50. https://youtu.be/ed-kfsJnhdU Reg ‘ol NewsAssassin's Creed - Ubisoft is going to do some remakes in the series to “modernize” their old games.https://news.ubisoft.com/en-us/article/E1e8T9q8rjZ4arsPNT1Xd/ceo-yves-guillemot-on-ubisofts-upcoming-portfolio-the-future-of-assassins-creed Nintendo Switch 2 - In a recent investor Q&A, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa outlined measures to prevent scalping of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo plans to produce enough units to meet demand and is exploring legal options to combat scalping. Furukawa assured that the semiconductor shortage has been resolved, which should not hinder production. The new system will be officially revealed by the end of March 2025.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-2-plan-scalping-issues/ SuggestsDonkey Kong Country - 1994 platform game developed by Rare and published by Nintendo for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). It is a reboot of Nintendo's Donkey Kong franchise and follows the gorilla Donkey Kong and his nephew Diddy Kong as they set out to recover their stolen banana hoard from the crocodile King K. Rool and his army, the Kremlings. The single-player traverses 40 side-scrolling levels as they jump between platforms and avoid obstacles. They collect items, ride minecarts and animals, defeat enemies and bosses, and find secret bonus stages. In multiplayer modes, two players work cooperatively or race each other.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsMoon Knight - Marvel Comics has announced the return of Moon Knight with "Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu" #1, set for release in October. Marc Spector is resurrected in the series "Blood Hunt," where he plays a pivotal role. The new series, by writer Jed MacKay and artist Alessandro Cappuccio, continues the storyline from the "Vengeance of the Moon Knight" series, exploring Spector's return to the streets and dealing with new threats. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-announces-moon-knights-return/ Reg ‘ol NewsBatman 150 - Issue 150 seems to be about to do the unforgivable. Bruce's identity is accidentally found out and put up for sale.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/batman-150-reveal-bruce-wayne-secret-identity-exposed-dc/ Sentinels - Marvel has announced a new miniseries, "Sentinels," launching in October. Written by Alex Paknadel with art by Justin Mason, the series follows a squad of soldiers enhanced with nanotechnology to capture deadly mutants. This new generation of Sentinels is part of the X-Men's "From the Ashes" relaunch. The storyline involves government-backed Sentinels under the guidance of Lawrence Trask, a mutant with apocalyptic visions. The first issue will feature cover art by Mason and variant covers by Nick Bradshaw, Jeremy Wilson, and Chris Campana.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/x-men-marvel-sentinels-series-alex-paknadel-justin-mason/ GI Joe X Transformers - In a major announcement, Skybound and Image Comics revealed a new G.I. Joe ongoing series set in the Transformers' Energon Universe. The series, written by Joshua Williamson and illustrated by Tom Reilly, will follow Duke assembling a G.I. Joe team to combat Cobra, who has harnessed the power of Energon. This new narrative promises to reshape the G.I. Joe lore and integrate it closely with the Transformers' storyline. The series is set to debut on November 13, 2024.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/new-g-i-joe-ongoing-series-set-in-transformers-energon-universe-announced/ Mystique - Marvel has announced a new Mystique series, written and illustrated by Declan Shalvey, launching in October as part of the "X-Men: From the Ashes" relaunch. The five-issue series will explore Mystique's espionage activities following the fall of Krakoa, highlighting her complex relationships and ruthless methods. Mystique will face Nick Fury in a deadly game of cat and mouse as she works to protect mutants across the Marvel Universe.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/x-men-mystique-series-from-the-ashes-relaunch/ SuggestsInterview with the Vampire - a gothic horror and vampire novel by American author Anne Rice, published in 1976. It was her debut novel. Based on a short story Rice wrote around 1968, the novel centers on vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac, who tells the story of his life to a reporter. TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsThe Boys - season 5 gets a confirmation of Jared Padelecki. Full on Supernatural reunion. https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/jared-padalecki-the-cw-walker-series-cancellation-1236047009/ Harry Potter - reboot series now has a writer and director. Francesca Gardiner (Succession, His Dark Materials) is Showrunner and EP, with Mark Mylod (Succession, Game of Thrones) EP and director of “multiple episodes.”TrailersCobra Kai - season 6 part 1 July 18 https://youtu.be/m0aa_JaA-c8 Hit Monkey - Season 2 on Hulu, now part of the Marvel umbrella. July 15 https://youtu.be/8ScpWRv5n84 SuggestsThe Bear Season 3 - A young talented chef named Carmen "Carmy" Anthony Berzatto inherits his family's Italian beef sandwich shop after the suicide of his older brother Michael. He comes home to Chicago to run it, leaving behind his world of working in Michelin-starred restaurants. He is left to deal with his brother's unresolved debts, a rundown kitchen, and an unruly staff, while dealing with his own pain and family trauma. FX and Hulu.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsDune 3: Dune Messiah - Dec 18, 2026 release date. Clashes with Disney's unnamed Star Wars movie with the same release date. https://cosmicbook.news/wb-laughs-star-wars-dune-3-release-date TrailersHellboy: The Crooked Man - https://youtu.be/ppVR-TJtk8M looks like a legit horror movie… maybe. No release date yet. Jack Kesy playing Hellboy.Deadpool & Wolverine - https://youtu.be/6c2RTx8wDEw July 26. Sabertooth highlighted in this trailer, treated as a “Spoiler”?? Looks SO GOOD!!A Quiet Place: Day One - June 28 (open now) https://youtu.be/E-WIb4ATfT8 ASMR trailer??Reg ‘ol NewsA Vicious Circle - Ryan Coogler now starting ANOTHER comic book project, this time at Universal for the BOOM! Studios book, A Vicious Circle. Teaming with Mattson Tomlin, who wrote the comic, as well as co-wrote the Matt Reeves Batman movies. The book is described as “John Wick meets Looper.”https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ryan-coogler-mattson-tomlina-vicious-circle-1235935106/ Mortal Kombat 2 - Test screenings have happened with a rough cut of the movie. The results have been a bit mixed. People familiar with the franchise are bummed because the movie reportedly revolves heavily around Johnny Cage and Kitana, while the established characters from the first movie take a HARD backseat. While casual movie goers report that the movie is good, with lots of death and gore, as would be expected. Releases Oct 25 of 2025.https://youtu.be/8Hyoh8tya_0 SuggestsHellboy - 2004 American superhero film based on the Dark Horse Comics character of the same name, created by Mike Mignola. Produced by Lawrence Gordon and Lloyd Levin in association with Dark Horse Entertainment, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it is the first live-action film in the franchise. Directed and written by Guillermo del Toro, the film stars Ron Perlman in the title role, alongside Selma Blair, Jeffrey Tambor, Karel Roden, Rupert Evans, and John Hurt. The film draws inspiration from the debut comic Hellboy: Seed of Destruction.Rumor MillNew RumorsGeorge Clooney - Marvel rumors abound. Said to be playing Nick Fury.Sydney Sweeney - Lucasfilm is said to want Sydney Sweeney in the Galaxy Far Far Away. Specifically WHICH upcoming project remains to be seen.Friday the 13th - 2 games in development. One is another asymmetrical multiplayer game, the other a linear story single-player game.MCU TV - pre-development underway for Vision-Quest, Nova, Blonde Phantom, Punisher, Wiccan, White Tiger, Strange Tales, Young Avengers - Now rumored to have been cancelled.Wolverine - Henry Cavill to don the brown and yellow Wolverine suit for his cameo… assuming he actually has a cameo.Justice League - Coming to the big screen? Zack Snyder sure wants us to think so.Spider-Man - Tobey Maguire Spider-Man now rumored for a cameo in Deadpool 3.Deadpool - Wolverine and Hulk BATTLE!You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Deadpool trailer spoils reveal.The Boys season 5 confirmation.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsShifty Shellshock - Toxicology report suggests accidental OD.New Music/VideoSlaughter to Prevail - Live in Moscow, the bands PPV event, is now free to watch.https://sumerian.lnk.to/liveinmoscowvideo Ill Nino - Beast Inside https://youtu.be/EZt2UeHJc_0 this feels more like the Ill Nino I heard at Ozzfest.Tech N9ne - The Birth https://youtu.be/8MV8B4_9hFc Tech really feels like the rap i listened to in middle school. In the best way.Eminem - Toby https://youtu.be/9xn0OHEZZ8Q feat Big Sean and Babytron. Easily better than Houdini.TURMION KÄTILÖT - Schlachter feat. Chris Harms https://youtu.be/Zuew-oe7oco German industrial metal. A bit on the chaotic side, but good. Video is a bit ridiculous… Memphis May Fire - Paralyzed https://youtu.be/06ZH9rXCCAM This is what you expect. Not much to write home about, but pretty well done.Tours/FestivalsDeicide - Banished By Sin tour. Krisiun, Inferi, and Cloak for support. Starts Sept 5 in Atlanta through Oct 11 in Tampa. Tickets on sale July 5.https://deicideofficial.com/tour-dates/ Tenacious D - 5 dates in the end of October announced. https://www.stubhub.com/tenacious-d-tickets/performer/130929 Wage War - with Erra, Thrown, and Fame on Fire. Starts Sept 26 in St. Paul MN through Nov 3 in Atlanta. https://www.stubhub.com/wage-war-tickets/category/100271556 Reg ‘ol NewsSick of it All - Frontman Lou Koller diagnosed with esophageal tumor. The band's European tour has been canceled. GoFundMe started: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-lou-koller-sick-of-it-all-fight-cancer https://blabbermouth.net/news/sick-of-it-all-frontman-lou-koller-diagnosed-with-esophageal-tumor-european-tour-canceled Adema - In this time of revivals, even Adema are getting another chance. Newly signed to Cleopatra Records, the newly minted 4-piece are planning a new record for next year.https://blabbermouth.net/news/adema-signs-with-cleopatra-records-new-album-due-in-2025 The Sword - Reunion show at Levitation Festival Nov 3. After 2 years of “hiatus.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/texass-the-sword-to-reunite-for-performance-at-levitation-festival SuggestsEve 6 - Horoscope - It was released on July 25, 2000, through RCA Records. Stand out tracks: Promise, Here's to the Night, On the Roof Again, Jet Pack.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsStarfield - Bethesda is trying to fix Creations to closer resemble Skyrim. Only minor fixes this time around though. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/starfield-update-creations-mods-patch-notes/ TrailersDead Rising Deluxe Remaster - Sept 19, for PS5 Xbox series, and PC for $50. https://youtu.be/ed-kfsJnhdU Reg ‘ol NewsAssassin's Creed - Ubisoft is going to do some remakes in the series to “modernize” their old games.https://news.ubisoft.com/en-us/article/E1e8T9q8rjZ4arsPNT1Xd/ceo-yves-guillemot-on-ubisofts-upcoming-portfolio-the-future-of-assassins-creed Nintendo Switch 2 - In a recent investor Q&A, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa outlined measures to prevent scalping of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo plans to produce enough units to meet demand and is exploring legal options to combat scalping. Furukawa assured that the semiconductor shortage has been resolved, which should not hinder production. The new system will be officially revealed by the end of March 2025.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-2-plan-scalping-issues/ SuggestsDonkey Kong Country - 1994 platform game developed by Rare and published by Nintendo for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). It is a reboot of Nintendo's Donkey Kong franchise and follows the gorilla Donkey Kong and his nephew Diddy Kong as they set out to recover their stolen banana hoard from the crocodile King K. Rool and his army, the Kremlings. The single-player traverses 40 side-scrolling levels as they jump between platforms and avoid obstacles. They collect items, ride minecarts and animals, defeat enemies and bosses, and find secret bonus stages. In multiplayer modes, two players work cooperatively or race each other.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsMoon Knight - Marvel Comics has announced the return of Moon Knight with "Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu" #1, set for release in October. Marc Spector is resurrected in the series "Blood Hunt," where he plays a pivotal role. The new series, by writer Jed MacKay and artist Alessandro Cappuccio, continues the storyline from the "Vengeance of the Moon Knight" series, exploring Spector's return to the streets and dealing with new threats. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-announces-moon-knights-return/ Reg ‘ol NewsBatman 150 - Issue 150 seems to be about to do the unforgivable. Bruce's identity is accidentally found out and put up for sale.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/batman-150-reveal-bruce-wayne-secret-identity-exposed-dc/ Sentinels - Marvel has announced a new miniseries, "Sentinels," launching in October. Written by Alex Paknadel with art by Justin Mason, the series follows a squad of soldiers enhanced with nanotechnology to capture deadly mutants. This new generation of Sentinels is part of the X-Men's "From the Ashes" relaunch. The storyline involves government-backed Sentinels under the guidance of Lawrence Trask, a mutant with apocalyptic visions. The first issue will feature cover art by Mason and variant covers by Nick Bradshaw, Jeremy Wilson, and Chris Campana.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/x-men-marvel-sentinels-series-alex-paknadel-justin-mason/ GI Joe X Transformers - In a major announcement, Skybound and Image Comics revealed a new G.I. Joe ongoing series set in the Transformers' Energon Universe. The series, written by Joshua Williamson and illustrated by Tom Reilly, will follow Duke assembling a G.I. Joe team to combat Cobra, who has harnessed the power of Energon. This new narrative promises to reshape the G.I. Joe lore and integrate it closely with the Transformers' storyline. The series is set to debut on November 13, 2024.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/new-g-i-joe-ongoing-series-set-in-transformers-energon-universe-announced/ Mystique - Marvel has announced a new Mystique series, written and illustrated by Declan Shalvey, launching in October as part of the "X-Men: From the Ashes" relaunch. The five-issue series will explore Mystique's espionage activities following the fall of Krakoa, highlighting her complex relationships and ruthless methods. Mystique will face Nick Fury in a deadly game of cat and mouse as she works to protect mutants across the Marvel Universe.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/x-men-mystique-series-from-the-ashes-relaunch/ SuggestsInterview with the Vampire - a gothic horror and vampire novel by American author Anne Rice, published in 1976. It was her debut novel. Based on a short story Rice wrote around 1968, the novel centers on vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac, who tells the story of his life to a reporter. TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsThe Boys - season 5 gets a confirmation of Jared Padelecki. Full on Supernatural reunion. https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/jared-padalecki-the-cw-walker-series-cancellation-1236047009/ Harry Potter - reboot series now has a writer and director. Francesca Gardiner (Succession, His Dark Materials) is Showrunner and EP, with Mark Mylod (Succession, Game of Thrones) EP and director of “multiple episodes.”TrailersCobra Kai - season 6 part 1 July 18 https://youtu.be/m0aa_JaA-c8 Hit Monkey - Season 2 on Hulu, now part of the Marvel umbrella. July 15 https://youtu.be/8ScpWRv5n84 SuggestsThe Bear Season 3 - A young talented chef named Carmen "Carmy" Anthony Berzatto inherits his family's Italian beef sandwich shop after the suicide of his older brother Michael. He comes home to Chicago to run it, leaving behind his world of working in Michelin-starred restaurants. He is left to deal with his brother's unresolved debts, a rundown kitchen, and an unruly staff, while dealing with his own pain and family trauma. FX and Hulu.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsDune 3: Dune Messiah - Dec 18, 2026 release date. Clashes with Disney's unnamed Star Wars movie with the same release date. https://cosmicbook.news/wb-laughs-star-wars-dune-3-release-date TrailersHellboy: The Crooked Man - https://youtu.be/ppVR-TJtk8M looks like a legit horror movie… maybe. No release date yet. Jack Kesy playing Hellboy.Deadpool & Wolverine - https://youtu.be/6c2RTx8wDEw July 26. Sabertooth highlighted in this trailer, treated as a “Spoiler”?? Looks SO GOOD!!A Quiet Place: Day One - June 28 (open now) https://youtu.be/E-WIb4ATfT8 ASMR trailer??Reg ‘ol NewsA Vicious Circle - Ryan Coogler now starting ANOTHER comic book project, this time at Universal for the BOOM! Studios book, A Vicious Circle. Teaming with Mattson Tomlin, who wrote the comic, as well as co-wrote the Matt Reeves Batman movies. The book is described as “John Wick meets Looper.”https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ryan-coogler-mattson-tomlina-vicious-circle-1235935106/ Mortal Kombat 2 - Test screenings have happened with a rough cut of the movie. The results have been a bit mixed. People familiar with the franchise are bummed because the movie reportedly revolves heavily around Johnny Cage and Kitana, while the established characters from the first movie take a HARD backseat. While casual movie goers report that the movie is good, with lots of death and gore, as would be expected. Releases Oct 25 of 2025.https://youtu.be/8Hyoh8tya_0 SuggestsHellboy - 2004 American superhero film based on the Dark Horse Comics character of the same name, created by Mike Mignola. Produced by Lawrence Gordon and Lloyd Levin in association with Dark Horse Entertainment, and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it is the first live-action film in the franchise. Directed and written by Guillermo del Toro, the film stars Ron Perlman in the title role, alongside Selma Blair, Jeffrey Tambor, Karel Roden, Rupert Evans, and John Hurt. The film draws inspiration from the debut comic Hellboy: Seed of Destruction.Rumor MillNew RumorsGeorge Clooney - Marvel rumors abound. Said to be playing Nick Fury.Sydney Sweeney - Lucasfilm is said to want Sydney Sweeney in the Galaxy Far Far Away. Specifically WHICH upcoming project remains to be seen.Friday the 13th - 2 games in development. One is another asymmetrical multiplayer game, the other a linear story single-player game.MCU TV - pre-development underway for Vision-Quest, Nova, Blonde Phantom, Punisher, Wiccan, White Tiger, Strange Tales, Young Avengers - Now rumored to have been cancelled.Wolverine - Henry Cavill to don the brown and yellow Wolverine suit for his cameo… assuming he actually has a cameo.Justice League - Coming to the big screen? Zack Snyder sure wants us to think so.Spider-Man - Tobey Maguire Spider-Man now rumored for a cameo in Deadpool 3.Deadpool - Wolverine and Hulk BATTLE!You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all of your favorite fictional universes. Marvel Studios Town Hall (H) Our favorite shared universe multimedia franchise, that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe, blessed us with an outpouring of updates this week, so let's tackle them in a segment we dub Town Hall: Hall H Speaking of Halls, Deadline sources say that Marvel Studios plans to return to San Diego Comic Con's marquee panel, Hall H, for the first time since 2022's Phase 5 and 6 slate reveals. With no lack of projects, series and films in the works, how big of a splash are we expecting from the studio come late July? Fantastic FourWhile speaking on the recently launched Marvel Official Podcast, Kevin Feige confirmed that the upcoming Fantastic Four film is a period piece set in New York in the 1960s. He also tipped his hat to fan observations noting the apparent alternate history setting seen in the promotional art, as quote, “smart”. And not to bury the lede, the studio president also confirmed the film's shooting start date for July 29, the day after Comic Con concludes. How do these deets jive with everything else we know about this hotly anticipated flick? AgathaEmpire Magazine unveiled an exclusive first image from Agatha All Along, of course featuring Kathryn Hahn, but also giving us our first look at Patti LuPone as Lila, Ali Ahn as Alice, Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer and WandaVision's Debra Jo Rupp, as Sharon. Showrunner Jac Schaeffer provided the additional detail that the characters share the common bond of being witches without covens, who strain to work together, in spite of their selfish tendencies. Are we bewitched by these magical morsels? A Leaky Legacy for Supes? We aren't ones to celebrate or propagate unofficial leaks here on Multiverse News, but the magnitude and scale of the recent set leaks from James Gunn's Superman, beg a discussion. We won't go into details or describe the images in question, so you're free from spoilers; but it is worth noting that the clarity of the images, characters, costumes, and settings within, feel a bit more authorized or allowed than one might expect, with James Gunn even gesturing and posing for the camera. In typical fashion, the images have elicited a range of reactions from fans, both muted and hyperbolic. How about us? Does a production so leaky, have us quite as squeaky as some fans? Headmasters of HogwartsAfter the recent announcement that it would be an HBO series, rather than Max, the Harry Potter series has found its creative voice and force, with a pair of Succession alumni, Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, joining the project. Gardiner will serve as writer and showrunner and Mylod will direct and executive produce the entire first season, which as we understand, will adapt JK Rowlling's first novel, The Sorcerer's Stone, for television. Gardiner's previous credits include AMC's Killing Eve, Amazon's The Man in the High Castle as well as His Dark Materials for HBO and the BBC, while Mylod recently directed The Menu as well as episodes of The Last of Us. Do any of these developments have us keen to catch the Hogwarts Express at Platform 9 and ¾ when the series lands in 2026?

Our next composer is a recent friend and amazing composer who is behind the music of the 2023 Riot Games' League Of Legends - Lunar New Year Campaign. He has worked as an additional writer for composer Lorne Balfe on projects including The Wheel Of Time, Life On Our Planet, His Dark Materials, and Victoria's Secret: Angels & Demons among others. He is the composer of psychological horror feature film Dead Whisper and I am so excited to welcome him on to the podcast.  And the Composer is…Nikhil Koparkar --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/composertalk/support

Guest Deb Goodkin Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes This episode of Sustain features host Richard Littauer having a conversation with guest Deb Goodkin, the Executive Director of the FreeBSD Foundation. They discuss the history, development, and distinct characteristics of FreeBSD as an operating system independent from Linux, and the foundational support provided by the FreeBSD Foundation. The conversation delves into the organization's efforts in software development, security, community engagement, and plans to increase diversity. They also highlight the celebration of FreeBSD Day and Deb's passion for maintaining and promoting FreeBSD. Press download now to hear more! [00:00:55] Deb explains her role and clarifies that FreeBSD is an independent operating system, originally derived from Unix developed at Bell Labs. [00:02:27] Richard mentions “BSD” stands for “Berkeley Software Distribution.” Deb confirms the existence of the BSD license and its relevance. [00:03:27] Deb admits it's challenging to determine the number of FreeBSD users due to the nature of the BSD license but estimates hundreds of thousands based on device usage. [00:04:08] Deb distinguishes the FreeBSD Foundation from the FreeBSD Project, explaining the foundation's role in supporting the project and the community through funding, development, and advocacy. [00:06:47] Deb compares the FreeBSD Foundation to other foundations like the GNOME Foundation and the Linux Foundation, emphasizing FreeBSD's focus on software development and community support. [00:08:15] Deb reveals most of the foundation's funding comes from corporate sponsors. She highlights the foundation's increasing focus on security in response to global standards and government guidelines, mentioning FreeBSD's involvement in security research and development. [00:12:45] There's a discussion on the foundation's approach to policy and standards, noting the limited resources but emphasizing the importance of corporate and community input in deciding priorities and projects. [00:15:52] Richard questions Deb about feedback mechanisms used to gauge the FreeBSD community's concerns about security. He wonders about the participation dynamics. Deb details the communication channels within the FreeBSD community, mentions a recent community survey and what the responses revealed, and explains the 1% negative feedback. [00:19:56] The conversation shifts towards diversity and inclusion within FreeBSD, questioning the foundation's strategies to enhance geographical and demographic diversity. Deb discusses the foundation's efforts to increase gender diversity, mentioning initiatives targeting women, especially through involvement in computing events and universities. [00:24:05] Richard inquires about the prevalence of women in executive roles within open source foundations, sparking a conversation on gender dynamics in leadership and the intense dedication required in these roles. Deb shares her admiration for the passion and intelligence within the FreeBSD community and emphasizes the foundation's commitment to supporting the project and its people. [00:26:51] Why is Deb so passionate about FreeBSD? She reflects on her deep connection with the community, her continuous learning in the field, and her desire to see the project thrive long-term. [00:29:06] Richard acknowledges the upcoming FreeBSD Day, and Deb shares how it showcases the uses of FreeBSD with a week of activities. [00:31:26] Find out here you can learn more about FreeBSD and Deb's work online. {00:33:34] Richard asks about the FreeBSD logo, confused by the demon mascot. Deb clarifies that the mascot, named Beastie, is a playful representation related to the UNIX's background processes (daemons) and not an actual logo. Spotlight [00:35:34] Richard's spotlight is Philip Pullman's Trilogy book series. [00:36:12] Deb's spotlight is Michael Lucas's book, Absolute FreeBSD. 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Lucas (no starch press) (https://nostarch.com/absfreebsd3) Credits Produced by Richard Littauer (https://www.burntfen.com/) Edited by Paul M. Bahr at Peachtree Sound (https://www.peachtreesound.com/) Show notes by DeAnn Bahr Peachtree Sound (https://www.peachtreesound.com/) Special Guest: Deb Goodkin.

The Harry Potter series on HBO announced its showrunner and director, and Warner Bros. is doubling down their support for J.K. Rowling despite her... "controversies." Weirdly, critics aren't nearly as vocal as they were with Hogwarts Legacy. Maybe they learned about the Streisand Effect? ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 Despite the backlash and controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling, she is still involved in the new Harry Potter series and will continue to profit from it. 00:00 J.K. Rowling still involved in new Harry Potter series despite backlash, new cast may face online harassment. 01:42 People associated with projects should be able to do their job and get paid without being harassed for the actions of others, and attempts to cancel J.K. Rowling and the Hogwarts Legacy game have actually resulted in increased support for them. 02:52 J.K. Rowling's controversy is being downplayed by media and the public is excited for the HBO adaptation. 03:44 J.K. Rowling is still making money despite controversy, so boycotting her is difficult. 04:50 The showrunner did a good job with His Dark Materials and they should do the same with Harry Potter. 05:48 J.K. Rowling's team is working on a new project, aiming to stay faithful to the book, with talented producers and potential visual changes. 06:47 Warner Brothers Discovery is shifting their strategy to make HBO Originals and Max Originals, likely for budgetary reasons and to maximize profits. 07:54 HBO creating new Harry Potter series with new cast, J.K. Rowling's anti-transgender sentiments reported, but she's not cancelled and will continue to profit from Harry Potter. About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #HBO #HarryPotter #News #Commentary #Reaction #Podcast #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech

Her Dark Materials is USUALLY a podcast hosted by Faye and Rachael discussing the His Dark Materials novels chapter by chapter, spoiler-free. BUT in this special episode we're talking about The Amber Spyglass as a whole. Join us as we look back book that ends it all. It's taken us a good while to get here, but we finally did it! You can find us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @HDMPod and you can email us at herdarkmaterialspod@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at hdmpod.co.uk. WE HAVE A PATREON! You can join our family and access lots of fun rewards at patreon.com/hdmpod. You can also support us by rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts, it helps other people find us. WE HAVE A SHOP! Want to get your hands on some sweet merch featuring all original artwork by Rach? Head over to hdmpod.co.uk/shop. You can listen to more of Faye's voice on her other podcast, Still Into You: A Paramore Podcast. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts and follow it on Twitter and Instagram @StillIntoYouPod. You can find Rachael @RachMakes on Instagram and @Rach_Makes on Twitter and TikTok. Into toys, art and all things cute and colourful? If so, you can visit Rach's website rachmakes.co.uk to buy some of her creations.

Thrilling political drama. Collective Imagination. Playing Putin.  Patriots on Broadway is a political thriller written by Peter Morgan, writer of The Crown. You don't need to know much about politics to be wrapped up in this electric drama to understand what's happening in the world and on stage, especially with a little use of collective imagination. Lets dive into a little about what makes Will Keen's (Putin) process and approach to this play, which also happens to be his Broadway debut. Will Keen has just closed the West End transfer of Peter Morgan's Patriots, directed by Rupert Goold, for which he won the Olivier Award for Supporting Actor last year. He most recently wrapped “My Lady Jane” and the second series of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” both for Amazon, as well as indie feature Borderland opposite Felicity Jones and Mark Strong. He is currently on screens in “The Gold” (BBC1/Viacom), “Ridley Road” (BBC), and “The Pursuit of Love” (BBC) opposite Andrew Scott and Emily Beecham. His other TV credits include “His Dark Materials” seasons 1 and 2, “The Crown” seasons one and two, “Genius,” “Picasso,” “Wolf Hall” and “The Musketeers.” Stage credits include Ghosts, Waste (Almeida); Quartermaine's Terms (Wyndham's Theatre); The Arsonists (Royal Court); and Mary Stuart (National Theatre). In 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union, the new Russia belongs to its oligarchs—and no one is more powerful than billionaire Boris Berezovsky. When an eventual successor to President Boris Yeltsin is needed, Berezovsky turns to the little-known deputy mayor of St. Petersburg, Vladimir Putin. But soon Putin's ruthless rise threatens Berezovsky's reign, setting off a riveting, near-Shakespearean confrontation between the two powerful, fatally flawed men. Tony® and Emmy® Award nominee Michael Stuhlbarg stars as Berezovsky and Will Keen reprises his Olivier Award-winning turn as Putin in PATRIOTS, a shockingly timely history play from Peter Morgan, creator of “The Crown.” Don't miss this strictly limited engagement of Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold's kinetic, exhilarating production, which reveals to us all how Russia's post-Soviet machinations continue to shape our world to this day. Patriots is playing at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre through June 23rd. https://patriotsbroadway.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirsty Young talks to the author Philip Pullman about what he's learned from his life so far. Pullman is the acclaimed novelist behind global bestsellers like His Dark Materials. He recounts the story of his own childhood, how he still contemplates the mystery of his father's death, and why he owes his literary success to hard work. If you could have a conversation with your younger self, what would you tell them? In Young Again Kirsty takes her guests back to the pivotal moments in their lives. Reflecting on what they wish they'd known at the time, and what they've learned along the way, she discovers the honest – and surprising – advice they'd give their younger selves. Producer: Sam Peach Content Editor: Richard Hooper Executive Editor: Alice Feinstein Senior Technical Producer: Duncan Hannant Presenter: Kirsty Young A BBC Audio Production

Her Dark Materials is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Faye and Rachael discussing the His Dark Materials novels chapter by chapter, spoiler-free. In this episode we chat about Chapter 38 of The Amber Spyglass – The Botanic Garden. In this chapter, Lyra and Will follow through on the decision to break their own hearts and ours. We sort of get to catch up with some familiar faces, but we are too distracted by being emotional wrecks. We tie up a lot of loose ends as the book, the series, and our coverage of His Dark Materials … comes to a close!?????? You can find us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @HDMPod and you can email us at herdarkmaterialspod@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at hdmpod.co.uk. WE HAVE A PATREON! You can join our family and access lots of fun rewards at patreon.com/hdmpod. You can also support us by rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts, it helps other people find us. WE HAVE A SHOP! Want to get your hands on some sweet merch featuring all original artwork by Rach? Head over to hdmpod.co.uk/shop. You can listen to more of Faye's voice on her other podcast, Still Into You: A Paramore Podcast. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts and follow it on Twitter and Instagram @StillIntoYouPod. You can find Rachael @RachMakes on Instagram and @Rach_Makes on Twitter and TikTok. Into toys, art and all things cute and colourful? If so, you can visit Rach's website rachmakes.co.uk to buy some of her creations.

Her Dark Materials is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Faye and Rachael discussing the His Dark Materials novels chapter by chapter, spoiler-free. In this episode we chat about Chapter 37 of The Amber Spyglass – The Dunes. In this chapter, we learn what the secret is, and we wish we could go back to when we were blissfully unaware. Why, Phil? Why?! You can find us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @HDMPod and you can email us at herdarkmaterialspod@gmail.com. You can also visit our website at hdmpod.co.uk. WE HAVE A PATREON! You can join our family and access lots of fun rewards at patreon.com/hdmpod. You can also support us by rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts, it helps other people find us. WE HAVE A SHOP! Want to get your hands on some sweet merch featuring all original artwork by Rach? Head over to hdmpod.co.uk/shop. You can listen to more of Faye's voice on her other podcast, Still Into You: A Paramore Podcast. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts and follow it on Twitter and Instagram @StillIntoYouPod. You can find Rachael @RachMakes on Instagram and @Rach_Makes on Twitter and TikTok. Into toys, art and all things cute and colourful? If so, you can visit Rach's website rachmakes.co.uk to buy some of her creations. The theme music for the podcast was written and produced by Jonny Knott.

It's not often that you see a Christmas film with Oscar buzz, nor one that the studio for some reason decide to release in the second half of January. Yet here we are, with the excellent cast and crew of The Holdovers. The reunion of Sideways' director and Star, Alexander Payne and Paul Giamatti respectively, sees them tackle the story of a depressed teacher left looking after outcast students at a boy's boarding school over the holidays, which is no-one's idea of fun. Joining your host, Helen O'Hara (@HelenLOHara) to talk about it is Radio One film critic and host of Radio One's “Screen Time” Ali Plumb (@AliPlumb), here to dissect perhaps the best Christmas movie of the decade... If you want to read or hear more from Helen, you can order her book "Women Vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film" which is out now in The UK and comes out on 16th December in the USA and Canada. Helen O'Hara is also on the Empire podcast every week and hosts the Podcast "His Darker Materials" to coincide with the BBC/HBO TV drama "His Dark Materials". You can find Helen on Twitter @HelenLOHara This pod was edited by Ben Williams and produced by Helen O'Hara and Stripped Media. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media to find out more or email producers@Stripped.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW BLURB Welcome to Pop Culture, the podcast that puts soft drinks at the top of the menu. Helen O'Hara and Kat Brown are arts journalists who don't drink: Helen's a life-long teetotaller, and Kat is four years sober. Join us as we explore the culture lifting soft drinks out of the dark ages, hear from guests about their favourite non-booze options, and meet the people making things delicious. If you're fed up of being given elderflower cordial at weddings, this is the pod for you. Send us your non-booze drinks obsessions (and good/bad/tedious soft drink menus) to popculturedrinkspodcast@gmail.com and see what we've been drinking lately on Instagram @popculturedrinkspodcast. EPISODE BLURB What's it like growing up teetotal in Northern Ireland? Or studying (and working) in England with booze everywhere you go? In our second bonus episode before the series launches on New Year's Day, Helen tells Kat about her background with not drinking alcohol, having your drink spiked "for a laugh", secrets to getting through boozy celebrations without being told you're boring, and how her attitude to soft drinks is expanding beyond water as the options improve. Navigating university and media careers amid social pressure. 4:00 Drink preferences and options for non-sugar and non-caffeine drinkers. 8:31 Restaurants and bars not having soft drinks menus 12:45 A listener writes in about verdita 18:14 Episode transcript If you've got a favourite drink you'd like to share with us or any other non-booze-related gossip, then email us at popculturedrinkspodcast@gmail.com, and you can see what and where we've been drinking lately on Instagram @popculturedrinkspodcast. Pop Culture is on Bookshop.org! Read books by us, our guests, and others we like, while helping to support the show at https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/pop-culture-soft-drinks-podcast Artwork: Ilutaka Music: HoliznaCC0 If you want to read or hear more from Helen, you can order her book "Women Vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film" which is out now in The UK and comes out on 16th December in the USA and Canada. Helen O'Hara is also on the Empire podcast every week and hosts the Podcast "His Darker Materials" to coincide with the BBC/HBO TV drama "His Dark Materials". You can find Helen on Twitter @HelenLOHara If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media to find out more or email producers@Stripped.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folklore: not just a Taylor Swift album. In this Norway-set horror / comedy, an enraged barn elf just ruins a family Christmas in revenge for being fed fish instead of cookies. It may be a relatable beef, but it's taken to extremes in a sort of Gremlins-esque romp through Norwegian folklore. Director Magnus Martens joins us to talk about the levels of horror and humour involved, and then your host, Helen O'Hara (@HelenLOHara) is joined by film journalist Tom Beasley (@TomJBeasley) to discuss the best way to survive a Scandinavian Christmas... If you want to read or hear more from Helen, you can order her book "Women Vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film" which is out now in The UK and comes out on 16th December in the USA and Canada. Helen O'Hara is also on the Empire podcast every week and hosts the Podcast "His Darker Materials" to coincide with the BBC/HBO TV drama "His Dark Materials". You can find Helen on Twitter @HelenLOHara This pod was edited by Ben Williams and produced by Helen O'Hara and Stripped Media. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media to find out more or email producers@Stripped.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Hayao Miyazaki's new movie, ‘The Boy and the Heron,' imminently coming to theaters, Erika sits down with The Ringer's Mallory Rubin to talk about magical and animal friendships in fantasy stories. They talk about ‘The Never Ending Story,' ‘E.T.,' a whole host of Miyazaki films, and some of their favorite fantasy book series like ‘Harry Potter,' ‘His Dark Materials,' and ‘Lord of the Rings.' Host: Erika Ramirez Guest: Mallory Rubin Producer: Sasha Ashall Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices