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Dan Shipper is the co-founder and CEO of Every. With just 15 people, Every publishes a daily AI newsletter, ships multiple AI products, and operates a million-dollar-a-year consulting arm—all while their engineers write virtually zero code. It's the most radical example of AI-first operations, and Dan is a prolific writer who has become a leading voice on how AI is transforming the way we build and work.Learn:1. Why Dan thinks AI won't steal jobs en masse—and may actually reshore many jobs to the U.S.2. The most underrated AI tool for non-programmers3. An inside look at Every's AI-first workflow4. Why every company needs an “AI operations lead”5. How Dan's team uses an arsenal of AI agents (Claude, Codex, “Friday,” “Charlie”) in parallel, treating each AI like a specialist with unique strengths6. Why generalists will thrive in an AI-first world, as rigid job titles blur and everyone becomes a “manager” of AI tools7. Dan's playbook for making any company AI-first—from the CEO setting the example, to hosting internal prompt-sharing sessions, to upskilling teams on AI tools—Brought to you by:CodeRabbit—Cut code review time and bugs in half. Instantly: https://www.coderabbit.ai/DX—A platform for measuring and improving developer productivity: https://getdx.com/lennyPostHog—How developers build successful products: https://posthog.com/lenny—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-every-dan-shipper—Where to find Dan Shipper:• X: https://x.com/danshipper• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danshipper/• Podcast: https://every.to/podcast—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Welcome and introduction(04:04) Hot takes on AI and job reshoring(07:06) The power of Claude Code for non-coders(14:35) The future of AI in business operations(18:45) AI's role in enhancing human skills(22:26) The evolution of AI tools and their applications(25:40) Building an AI-first company(29:50) Innovative AI operations and team dynamics(35:35) Dan's AI stack(41:26) Compounding engineering(48:29) The impact of AI on learning and development(50:10) Accelerating career growth with AI(51:36) Revolutionizing code review and workflow(53:07) The importance of coding knowledge(57:26) Building AI-driven products(01:02:01) Innovative fundraising strategies(01:08:45) Consulting and AI adoption in companies(01:17:01) The allocation economy and future skills(01:20:12) The value of generalists in the AI age(01:24:07) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Claude Code: https://www.anthropic.com/claude-code• Gemini CLI: https://blog.google/technology/developers/introducing-gemini-cli-open-source-ai-agent/• Microsoft Copilot: https://copilot.microsoft.com/• Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/• Base44: https://base44.com/• Solo founder, $80M exit, 6 months: The Base44 bootstrapped startup success story | Maor Shlomo: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-base44-bootstrapped-startup-success-story-maor-shlomo• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Plato's Argument Against Writing: https://fs.blog/an-old-argument-against-writing/• From ChatGPT to Instagram to Uber: The quiet architect behind the world's most popular products | Peter Deng: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-quiet-architect-peter-deng• Granola: https://www.granola.ai/• Tobi Lutke's post on X about context engineering: https://x.com/tobi/status/1935533422589399127• Tobi Lütke's leadership playbook: Playing infinite games, operating from first principles, and maximizing human potential (founder and CEO of Shopify): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/tobi-lutkes-leadership-playbook• Every: https://every.to/• Cora: https://www.cora.computer/• Sparkle: https://makeitsparkle.co/• Spiral: https://spiral.computer/• Lex: https://lex.page/• Nathan Baschez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nbashaw/• Kate Lee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-lee-506768/• Katie Parrott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieparrott/• Animalz: https://www.animalz.co/• Rachel Woods on X: https://x.com/rachel_l_woods• Nityesh Agarwal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nityeshaga• Claude Opus 4: https://www.anthropic.com/claude/opus• Codex: https://openai.com/index/introducing-codex/• Superwhisper: https://superwhisper.com/• Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai/• Notion: https://www.notion.com/• Kieran Klaassen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieran-klaassen/• Friday: https://www.friday.run/• Charlie: https://www.gocharlie.ai/product/ai-agents/• Avengers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avengers_(Marvel_Cinematic_Universe)• Alex Duffy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-d/• Danny Aziz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyaziz/• Dia: https://www.diabrowser.com/• Reid Hoffman's website: https://www.reidhoffman.org/• Starting Line VC: https://www.startingline.vc/• Walleye Capital: https://walleyecapital.com/• At This $10 Billion Hedge Fund, Using AI Just Became Mandatory: https://every.to/podcast/at-this-10-billion-hedge-fund-using-ai-just-became-mandatory• Reflexive AI usage is now a baseline expectation at Shopify: https://x.com/tobi/status/1909251946235437514• Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski on Getting AI to Do the Work of 700 Customer Service Reps: https://www.sequoiacap.com/podcast/training-data-sebastian-siemiatkowski/• The Pin Factory: https://www.adamsmithworks.org/pin_factory.html• Deadwood on HBO: https://www.hbo.com/deadwood• Joel Spolsky on X: https://x.com/spolsky• Jason Fried's website: https://world.hey.com/jason• Jason Fried challenges your thinking on fundraising, goals, growth, and more: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/jason-fried-challenges-your-thinking• Sam Harris's website: https://www.samharris.org/• Bill Simmons on X: https://x.com/billsimmons—Recommended books:• War and Peace: https://www.amazon.com/War-Peace-Vintage-Classics-Tolstoy/dp/1400079985• Anna Karenina: https://www.amazon.com/Anna-Karenina-Leo-Tolstoy/dp/0143035002• Playing and Reality: https://www.amazon.com/Playing-Reality-Routledge-Classics-86/dp/0415345464• The Death of Ivan Ilyich: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Ivan-Ilyich-Leo-Tolstoy/dp/1468014315• A Swim in a Pond in the Rain: https://www.amazon.com/Swim-Pond-Rain-Russians-Writing/dp/1984856022• The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World: https://www.amazon.com/Master-His-Emissary-Divided-Western/dp/0300245920/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com
Superman directed by James Gunn is finally here! But first, is Cody plotting Jake's murder? Are we looking forward to the future of the DC movie universe? Did the Justice Gang steal the show? Does Jame Gunn excel at ensembles? Did this world feel lived in? Did all the characters get enough screen time? Did this have some of the best casting for a superhero movie? How do we feel about Sean Gunn? Was this a Superman movie for comic book nerds? Did this movie fix everything we didn't like about Man of Steel? Did this feel like a street-level Superman? Did this movie get Superman right? Are these the best on-screen portrayals of Lex Luthor and Lois Lane? What did this movie get wrong? Is Lex the most GOATED hater of all time? Was it fun to see Superman get his ass kicked? How did we feel about Jimmy Olsen? Did we like the portrayal of Ma and Pa Kent? Is this more like a Year Three Superman? What unique perspective does Jake offer about the end of the movie? Did David Corenswet pull off an amazing Superman? Would this Superman smoke weed with us? Did everyone in our theaters pop for Supergirl? Was she straight off the pages of Woman of Tomorrow? Did the characters feel real? Is Ultraman Bizarro? Did Superman kill in this movie? Did we like the design of The Engineer? Was this movie stacked to the gills with baddies? Did Hawkgirl murder Benjamin Netanyahu? Did Nathan Fillion kill it as Guy Gardner? Was he the coolest onscreen Green Lantern we've ever gotten? Did Mister Terrific have one of the best scenes in the movie? Did this movie need more needle drops? Did Cody and Jake think there was too much Krypto in this movie? Was Krypto's scene with Lex Luthor too similar to Hulk vs. Loki in The Avengers? Did Superman use a ton of cool fighting moves? Did we like the way flight was shown in the film? How do we feel about the change to Superman's parents? Is Superman getting his ass kicked justified? Is there too much packed into one movie? Who are we in the movie? Does Anthony know all celebrity Anthonys? Do we want to see more Metamorpho? Are we going to see the Justice Society or Justice League in future movies? Is Slenderman in this movie? Was Lex Luthor's inter-dimensional prison The Phantom Zone? Was the movie paced in a weird way? Is Superman better when you watch it a second time? Does The Suicide Squad rank higher than this? How does it compare to Guardians of the Galaxy? Is this one of the best DC movies ever made? What will Superman 2 be about?New episodes every THURSDAYFollow us on social media! Bluesky // Instagram // Twitter // TikTok :@comicsnchronicYouTube:www.youtube.com/channel/UC45vP6pBHZk9rZi_2X3VkzQE-mail: comicsnchronicpodcast@gmail.comCodyInstagram // Bluesky:@codycannoncomedyTwitter: @Cody_CannonTikTok: @codywalakacannonJakeInstagram // Bluesky:@jakefhahaAnthonyBluesky // Instagram // Threads // Twitter // TikTok:@mrtonynacho
Yeaahh Welcome Back to the Blerd and Beyond Podcast. We have a good one for you tonight. This episode is about the Avengers vs the X-men. This is one for the books and you already know X-Men has the best theme song. Tune in and watch all what we discuss and Always Remember Go Beyond!!
Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... a new movie review from Comic Book Keepers!!! Chris, Lance and Jeremy share their super powered spoilery thoughts on James Gunn's Superman!!! You have a super-power, too! You can write a REVIEW! A five star review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way and helps get the word out. Leave a comment so we can say thanks! We read EVERY one! Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus content! You can support the show at https://www.patreon.com/ComicBookKeepers We have merchandise in the store with our Cosplay Logo! Get yours here! https://comicbookkeepers.threadless.com/designs/comic-book-keepers-cosplay-logo/heroes/t-shirt/regular?variation=front&color=royal_blue Comic Book Keepers is hosted by the Geekly Grind. Check out reviews and discussion on everything Geeky from Anime, Manga, Boardgames, comics, and more. www.thegeeklygrind.comsdThe Geekly Grind @thegeeklygrind Link tree: https://linktr.ee/CBKcast Social media: Twitter @cbkcast Instagram @cbkcast Facebook Chris @dungeonheads Lance @roguesymbiote Chris's draws D&D character art. check out his Patreon to see a library of different characters, and see more samples on Instagram Original and NEW rock Theme by Weston Gardner @ArcaneAnthems on Patreon
Doomsday everybody!! We got some pics from the set of Avengers: Doomsday and they look pretty…… interesting!Let us know what you think of these pics in the comments below!Music:‘Chasing Daylight' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0.
Everything came down to this, The Avengers gain unexpected allies and one of the Phoenix Five takes all the power for themselves. The final showdown happens this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we chat about dead and cancelled games and the volatility of the games industry as a whole.The 001 Radio Gamescast is our weekly podcasts where a group of game developers and artists talk about a variety of different topics, ranging from current news to games and entertainment. If you'd rather listen to the show on your favorite podcast platform, check us out on the platform of your choice. 001 Radio Gamescast airs on Tuesdays at 7 PM EST, though occasionally episodes may air at different times in the week. Links: www.twitch.tv/megamatchanchor.fm/001radiohttps://www.youtube.com/@001RadioAbout the HostsAll of us have been involved in the game industry in the past, primarily as artists and designers. Ryan currently works at Blizzard on Diablo IV as a game designer. Opinions are our own.
Do the Russo Brothers still don't know how they're ending Avengers Doomsday? Join the NR Underground for exclusive audio shows: https://nrunderground.supercast.com Welcome back to New Rockstars' Rumor Rundown! This week, Jessica Clemons and Zach Huddleston investigate the rumors around Avengers Doomsday, including the new set photo showing John Walker, Falcon, and The Thing on a ship! Is it true that there's still no ending for this movie? Written by: Jessica Clemons Head of Content & Executive Producer: Erik Voss General Manager: Zach Huddleston Head of Production: John Costa Director of Programming: Brandon Barrick Senior Producer: Jessica Clemons Producer: Gina Ippolito Staff Editors: Abby Freel, Brian M Kim, Joshua Steven Hurd Studio Tech: Brian M Kim Researcher: Noah Chen For business inquiries please contact business@nrdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kelvin Subowo, CEO of Daily Co., joins Jeremy Au to share how he built one of Indonesia's fastest growing F&B groups after seven failed ventures. They talk through how Kelvin's early failures taught him the realities of Indonesia's price sensitive market, how cloud kitchens initially succeeded but quickly collapsed post-Covid, and how Daily Co. pivoted by acquiring and scaling offline food brands. They explore how founder retention, backend integration, and M&A discipline enabled sustainable growth. Kelvin also explains how Chinese brands are entering Indonesia with capital and speed, and why his team is doubling down on scale, team culture, and long-term local partnerships. 05:22 He failed seven times: His early startups included a potato chip brand, a HappyFresh-style grocery delivery, a classified forum, and an Instagram-era Etsy clone, all of which failed due to underfunding, misaligned business models, and reliance on customer subsidies 11:39 The cloud kitchen model collapsed post pandemic: Customer subsidies ended, delivery and platform fees remained high, and fuel prices surged, making unit economics unsustainable and causing Daily Co. to shut down over 200 outlets by mid-2022 16:09 Kelvin acquired Bread Life and shifted to central production: The team repurposed its delivery network to support offline brands, bought the mall-based bakery chain, centralized baking to lower costs, and reopened with a profitable retail model 21:58 Daily Co. now acquires profitable founder led brands: It targets three to five times EBITDA valuations, only acquires IP and assets to avoid legacy liabilities, retains founders to run operations, and integrates backend services like HR, finance, and supply chain 29:47 Kelvin believes team loyalty helped Daily Co. survive downturns: Many team members have been with him since 2011, and instead of layoffs, they pivoted together to scale new categories like bakery, aiming to build an ecosystem focused on staple food and "share of belly" consumption across meals and snacks Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/kelvin-subowo-scaling-after-shutdown Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts
Laurent had the pleasure and privilege of sitting down with Markus Rauroma, CEO of Fortum, during the Eurelectric “Power Play” conference in Brussels this June. Fortum, the Finnish energy company also active in Sweden and Poland, finds itself right on the front line when it comes to tensions with Russia—not exactly your average utility boardroom drama. The conversation kicks off with Markus's recent election as President of Eurelectric, taking over from none other than Leo “the Great” Birnbaum, CEO of E.ON.We talk about the challenges Markus has faced so far, including how Fortum managed to steer through the stormy waters of the Ukraine war, and what's ahead for the industry. Spoiler: it's not all doom and gloom—there's strategy, resilience, and some surprisingly good teamwork. Markus rolls out Eurelectric's Manifesto centred on customers, security of supply and digitisation (AI). Markus introduces his vice-presidential duo: Georgios Stassis (CEO of PPC) and Catherine MacGregor (CEO of Engie). According to him, it's a well-balanced trio—think energy world's version of the Avengers, but with spreadsheets and grid stability. He also gives kudos to Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric, and the Brussels team for their stellar behind-the-scenes work.The chat then shifts to the Baltics, one of the rare places in Europe where electricity demand is actually growing. Fortum's been ahead of the game there too: Markus reveals they now have over 1.3 GW of capacity lined up and ready to power new datacenters—because TikTok videos don't host themselves. Of course, we couldn't ignore the constant cyber-attacks and sabotage attempts coming from Russia. Markus shares how Fortum has learned to deal with them—let's just say they don't flinch easily anymore. And finally, a public mea culpa: Laurent repeatedly referred to Finland as part of Scandinavia. A common slip-up. For the record: Finland is next to Scandinavia, but it's not in it. The Finns are Nordic, not Scandinavian—but much like their neighbours to the west, they handled the mix-up with trademark cool. No sauna ban issued. We thank Kristian Ruby and all the Eurelectric team for organising this recording and putting together such a great summit.
Ever seen a movie double bill? Ever had a night reading a comics double bill? You will after this weeks show, as the ACP trio suggest a batch of fantastic comics that would work as an evening of reading. From classics and thought provoking tomes to funnies and heartbreaking tales of horror and sci fi, this one has it all. Also there's a deep dive into Dan Butchers new artistic process, great indie recommendations and a few words of remembrance for the late Jim Shooter. Get your wish lists ready, because they will be longer after this weeks show! Great stuff to check out: The Fix, 4 Kids in the Walk, Paying for It, Chester Brown, The Poor Bastard, Joe Matt, The Bash Street Kids, Beano, Deadly Class, Rick Remender, Vicious Creatures, Sarah Gordon, Seaside, Johanna Oust, Onward Towards Our Noble Deaths, Shingeru Mizuki, The Nam, The Avengers, Kree Skull War, The Authority, The Coffin, Deep Sleeper, Phil Hester, Mike Huddleston, Hard Boiled, Ghost in the Shell, Jonny Cannon, The Witches Egg, American Nature #3, Tom Stewart, Pete Taylor, Horillaz, Catching Stars, Howl Comics, The Galaxy Grappling Alliance, ArtNineTwo, Now Thats What I Call Turning Tricks, Blam and Glam, Fabled Four, Jamie Me, Lawless Comic Con, Green Archer Comics, Dan Butcher, Jim Shooter, Oni Press, Mine is a Long Lonesome Grave, Justin Jordan, 1972, Rachael Ball, Toxie Team Up #2, Sequentially British Comics, Sam Weller
Matt is joined by Bloomberg's Lucas Shaw to discuss the strong opening weekend for 'Superman,' talk about whether this movie is enough to kick-start a DC reboot, and revisit Marvel's post-'Avengers' strategy as they look ahead to ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps' and beyond. Later, they discuss the impressive and timely run of box office successes from the Warner Bros. movie studio and take a look at which studio heads are on the hot seat as we near the end of summer (02:15). Matt finishes the show with a prediction about AMC Theatres (23:10). For a 20 percent discount on Matt's Hollywood insider newsletter, ‘What I'm Hearing ...,' click here.Email us your thoughts! thetown@spotify.com Host: Matt BelloniGuest: Lucas Shaw Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jessie LopezTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The JLA/Avengers crossover continues as both teams race to get the cosmic items of power first in order to win the Grandmaster's game. But if one team wins, everybody loses! And can Krona be counted on to uphold his end of the bargain if he loses?
Curse of Politics was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.David Herle, Scott Reid, Jordan Leichnitz, and Kory Teneycke provide insights on the latest in Canadian politics.Thank you for joining us on #CurseOfPolitics. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from Curse of Politics via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.
Jurassic World: Rebirth made Scarlett Johansson the highest-grossing lead actor of all time — but is it worth your time, or should you just rewatch The Avengers? Will Jonathan Bailey's smutty glasses be enough to save it for Marie? And Mahershala Ali? He comes in with flair!Neil, David, and Marie adventure into Jurassic World: Rebirth — and things get divisive. One of us liked it... the other two? Not so much.Stick around ‘til the end for a surprise cameo from Jose, where he shares his very wrong opinions.We also rank the entire Jurassic Park/World franchise — and yes, spoiler alert: Jurassic Park is top T-Rex Follow us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0E31ucDQy7Ha5PRdtahAjbhttps://bsky.app/profile/neilg78.bsky.socialhttps://twitter.com/NeededRoads (run by Neil)https://www.instagram.com/neil_gregory78/ (Neils Insta)https://www.instagram.com/weneededroads (run by David)https://bsky.app/profile/llongd.bsky.social@llongd.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/Life_onMarsz (Maries Twitter)https://t.co/VEzFUG3ObX (Maries Podcast 2 Girls 1 Reusable Cup)https://x.com/aspanishjoe (Joses Twitter)https://www.jlopezphotos.com/ (Joses Photography Site)https://www.instagram.com/joselopezphotos/ (Joses Insta)Fund our quest for a Deloreanhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/WeneededroadsNew episodes every week!Subscribe for more plutonium powered pop culture breakdownsWhat did you think of Jurassic World: Rebirth? Let us know in the comments!#jurassicworldrebirth #jurassicworld #jurassicpark #review #podcast
This week Mike W sits down with Shane Walker to talk about his Avengers roster.Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/vYUHyCfZsTSalt City GT (8/2 - 8/3) in Syracuse NY tickets on sale: https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/gFtMSQXtrTjkSummer Slaughter (8/16 - 8/17) in Piscataway NJ on sale: https://wickeddicey.com/product/summer-slaughter-marvel-crisis-protocol/
This week on Superhero Slate Superman flies into theaters, Avengers Doomsday set photos show up, Street Fighter gets an eclectic cast, and more! Jim Shooter, Julian McMahon News The Running Man (6:00) Trailer for Edgar Wright's take on Stephen King's novel Seems more like a modern and book accurate version of the Schwarzenegger film The […]
Welkom bij Nerd Culture #217, dé podcast waarin we weer volledig losgaan op alles wat het nerdhart sneller doet kloppen. Deze week duiken we diep in de nostalgie met klassiekers als Dino Riders, Boes, Dommel en een stevige dosis Turtles-throwbacks. Maar er is ook veel vers nieuws: James Gunn's Supermanbreekt records, DC probeerde ooit Kevin Feige te strikken, en we bespreken trailers, castingnieuws en bizarre plannen voor het DC-universum. Van The Daily Planet tot Top Gun 3 — alles komt voorbij. Zet je schrap en nerd mee met ons!Superman ReviewWe hebben ‘m eindelijk gezien: James Gunn's langverwachte Superman! In onze review duiken we in de nieuwe toon die Gunn neerzet voor de Man of Steel, de frisse dynamiek tussen Clark Kent en Lois Lane en hoe Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor het scherm kaapt. Is dit het begin van een nieuwe DCU die wél werkt? Of mist de film de grandeur die Superman verdient? Wij zetten alle plus- en minpunten voor je op een rij en bespreken of Gunn echt de juiste man is om DC te redden.DC probeerde Kevin Feige weg te kapen bij MarvelBizar maar waar: na de flop van Justice League zou Warner Bros. geprobeerd hebben Kevin Feige weg te lokken bij Marvel om het DCU te redden. Volgens een Wall Street Journal-rapport was er zelfs een meeting waarin Feige het idee van een overstap naar DC verkende. De gesprekken liepen uiteindelijk op niets uit, maar stel je voor: de architect van de MCU die ook Superman en Batman had geleid! Uiteindelijk kreeg James Gunn het roer in handen — en Feige? Die werkt rustig door aan de volgende Avengers-films én houdt stiekem de deur open voor een Marvel-DC crossover.Jasper's Saturday Morning CartoonsTijd om terug te reizen naar de zaterdag- en zondagochtenden van vroeger! We duiken samen in pure jeugd nostalgie met series als Dino Riders, Olivier B. Bommel, Boes de Koe, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles en nog veel meer. Wat maakte deze tekenfilms en cartoons zo bijzonder? Welke intro's zitten voor altijd in ons hoofd gebrand? En welke obscure parels verdienen eigenlijk een comeback? Verwacht warme herinneringen, foute theme songs en een flinke dosis geeky jeugdsentiment!Timestamps:00:00:00 Nerd Culture 21700:00:11 Wat gaan we vandaag doen? 00:01:16 Wat hebben we gekeken/gelezen/geluisterd?00:01:30 TMNT00:03:51 Coming Out of Their Shells Tour00:10:22 Dino Riders00:15:46 Early Edition00:18:34 Star Trek: The Next Generation00:20:40 Star Trek: Voyager00:26:17 Dommel / Boes (en de Japanse dub)00:30:30 Thunderbolts00:33:52 The New Superman00:36:23 Huey vanaf The Daily Planet00:42:57 Superman Review00:52:55 Hot Spring Shark Attack Trailer00:54:47 James Carter Cathcart op 71-jarige leeftijd overleden00:56:19 Superman voorbij $200 miljoen dollar en scoort hoog00:58:57 Nathan Fillion over zijn Green Lantern01:00:04 James Gunn zei nee tegen Superman in 201801:02:18 David Corenswet hoopt ooit in Star Wars te kunnen spelen01:03:42 Hot Toys komt met awesome Superman figurine01:05:25 Anthony Starr reageert op Homelander bij Superman premiere01:06:06 De plannen van James Gunn voor het DC universum01:07:04 DC probeerde Kevin Feige te kapen bij Marvel01:08:12 Chief of War Trailer01:11:25 Een tipje van de sluier over Pirates of the Caribbean 601:12:59 Wie is de meest winstgevende acteur in Hollywood?01:16:39 Script voor Top Gun 3 heeft een GO gekregen01:21:01 Twisted Metal Season 2 Trailer
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have Matt Teale'o back; to guide us through his recent epic journey in the Shit Box Rally! Kicking off from the 2nd May to 10th May (9 Days)! From buying a Second Hand Car; to actually channeling the Wacky Racers theme not only through the Car itself, but also going that extra mile, & actually wearing a Dick Dastardly & Muttley costume! Chris & Matt take the roads less travelled from Canberra to Townsville (via Silverton), as they trek an impressive 3500 - 4000km's using as many Tennis Balls & tricks as they can muster! Then we change gears & guide the chat towards another round of The Team! This time being based around the Trio of Good-Guys Properties that centre around Land, Sky & Water - Thundercats, Silverhawks & Tigersharks! This was a lot of fun, & clearly there is a stand-out M.V.P. Character! Do you Agree, or would you have done things differently? To find out more about Trent's new Book; including how to secure a copy for yourself; be sure to check out: https://thedarkepoch.org/ To follow Matt Tealeo's Toy Collecting Journey: Check out his Instagram page: @tealeos_toyboxSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this weeks episode: Kev has returned to Pen Island; Sheepdog couldn't resist the dark urge; Anna gave it one last chance and Pab may have fallen back in. All this and much more on episode 611 of MGP!Sheepdog has a new book out called Nyaegling which you can find here:Digital: Amazon or Itch.ioPaperback: EtsyYou can also click here to play his new game Prismyck for free! If you have any messages or questions for the gang then send them over to : Mgukpodcast@gmail.comKev now has an affiliate link with The Lego Store so if you do all your Lego shopping through this link you'll be helping ol' Kev out:https://blockpartyuk.shop/Kev also has an affiliate link with CDKeys; so if you want the latest PC/ console games at low prices click the link below:http://bit.ly/CDKeyslollujo
Send us a textIt's time to assemble and come together as the hosts try to stop Thanos from collecting the six powerful Infinity Stones, to bring you this epic movie review, the comic book saga, Avengers: Infinity War, starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Josh Brolin, Tom Holland, Chadwick Boseman, Zoe Saldaña, Chris Pratt, Mark Ruffalo, Don Cheadle, Benedict Cumberbatch and directed by The Russo brothers. In this episode, the hosts delve into the motivations behind Thanos as a villain, while discussing the emotional weight of the film, the significance of the Infinity Stones, and the overall culmination of a decade of storytelling in the MCU. The hosts pair the film with the Ashes to Ashes cocktail. Let's follow the hosts as they get ready for the ultimate showdown for the fate of Earth and the universe existence, in one of the most intense MCU films ever.Come listen and follow the hosts on their Instagram and YouTube channel @the.gentlemenpodcast
In this episode of General Witchfinders, we revisit one of the most unsettling and prophetic dramas ever broadcast by the BBC – Survivors (1975), created by Terry Nation, the man behind the Daleks and Blake's 7. Specifically, we're talking about The Fourth Horseman, the chilling first episode of this 1970s British post-apocalyptic classic.
The Second Part in our Failure in Teamwork Trilogy So this is the big one. The episode where our hosts decide if its time to get off this Marvel Cinematic Universe gravy train (thought the numbers would say otherwise) and call it good with the end of Phase One (ugh) with THE AVENGERS. So many paths we could take. Like doing the failed adaptation of that British show with Uma Thurman in the 90s. That couldn't have been that bad. But here we are. Patreon supporters get access to monthly bonus episodes including previous years of Movie Book Club! Bluesky: @trilogyintheory Letterboxd: @projectingfilm & @webistrying Artwork by: @nasketchs Find out more at https://trilogyintheory.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Welcome true believers to X-Men Horoscopes where each week our host Lodro Rinzler is in conversation with a special guest to discuss the X-Men issue that aligns with a significant month and year from their life and what that issue reveals about their future. This week, Top Banana/Group Editor for the X‑Men line Tom Breevort joins us for an exploration of his birth month and year X-Men issue. Tom discusses his meteoric rise in the ranks at Marvel from intern to editor and VP, why Tom told them they didn't want him editing X-Men, and a look at his wish list for future X-projects. We cover X-Men 28 which Tom fights with Lodro about because he claims this is NOT his birth month and year issue. Also in this episode: Tom's favorite comics from the Krakora era Lodro picks a fight about the Cyclops/Jean Grey/Wolverine throuple Which X character does Tom plan to champion next? the introduction of the biggest threat the X-Men ever faced (spoiler: it's just the Banshee and he spends the majority of the issue running errands) how creators get the credit and editors get the blame Lodro dated The Ogre Jean is just trying to get a goddamn education The Ogre is bad at distractions All this plus Tom's advice for handling intense criticism. What does any of this mean for his future? Tune in to find out! Tom Breevort is a highly respected comic book editor and executive who has been a driving force at Marvel since starting as a college intern in 1989. He steadily climbed the ranks—from assistant editor to Executive Editor in 2007—overseeing major series like New Avengers, Civil War, Fantastic Four, and Avengers vs. X‑Men. Promoted in January 2011 to Senior Vice President of Publishing, Tom became Marvel's longest‑serving editor and, in 2024, took on the role of Group Editor for the X‑Men line amid the From the Ashes relaunch, all while retaining his VP and Executive Editor titles. With decades of experience shaping superhero narratives and nurturing creative talent, Brevoort remains one of the most influential editorial voices in modern comics. He can be found at his website, Substack, X, and on Instagram. More of Lodro Rinzler's work can be found here and here and you can follow the podcast on Instagram at xmenpanelsdaily where we post X-Men comic panels...daily. Have a question or comment for a future episode? Reach out at xmenhoroscopes.com
[L'Été des Épopées]Certains superhéros doivent leur pouvoirs à des pierres précieuses. Des gemmes qui permettent de contrôler le temps, l'espace ou encore l'esprit. Né d'un comics américain du début des années 1970, un bijou hors norme est porté à l'écran par le studio Marvel dans la série de films Avengers. Six pierres primordiales qui, rassemblées sur un gant, offrent à son possesseur une arme super puissante : le gant d'infinité.La Voix des Bijoux est un podcast de L'École des Arts Joailliers, avec le soutien de Van Cleef & Arpels qui vous dévoile les fascinantes histoires et les savoirs secrets que renferment les plus beaux bijoux.Avec la participation de Léonard Pouy, Docteur en histoire de l'art et Responsable contenus et transmission à L'École des Arts Joailliers.Écrit par Martin Quenehen et Aram Kebabdjian, interprété par Pierre-François Garel et produit par Bababam.Références :Iron Man (vol.1)Éditions Marvel Comics - 1973Captain Marvel (vol.1)Éditions Marvel Comics - 1973AvengersMarvel Studios - 2012 Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Captain America assembles the Avengers. Iron Man battles Thanos. Luke Skywalker duels Darth Vader. Aragorn charges Mordor. Batman confronts the Joker. Superman destroys Doomsday. Wonder Woman defeats Ares. We are captivated. Why? We are entranced by stories that take us to a world where heroes fight evil and sacrifice themselves for the greater good because we long for our world to be free from pain, suffering, and struggle. Dr Frank Turek will walk us through this Marvel - less conversation!Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In this episode of Workday Playdate, Erin flips the mentorship script. No more waiting for a career fairy godparent to swoop in with the perfect job offer—this is about building real relationships that actually move the needle. Whether you're fresh out of school, mid-pivot, or just tired of one-sided networking coffee dates, Erin delivers a refreshingly practical (and improv-inspired) five-step framework to help you find the right mentor and become the kind of mentee they want to invest in. From staying close to your current circle to building your own career Avengers-style “board of advisors,” this episode is packed with tools to help you stop wishing for mentorship magic and start building it. Inside This Episode: Why being “mentee material” matters more than having a polished pitch How to spot potential mentors hiding in plain sight Ways to offer value before asking for guidance Why mentorship is a long game (and how to play it well) How to build your own personal board of advisors Who This Episode Is For: If you're craving career guidance, but don't know who to ask (or how) this episode is for you. Perfect for early career pros, mid-level pivoteers, or anyone ready to stop networking and start connecting. So close the LinkedIn tab, put down that awkward DM, and come have a Workday Playdate with us. Feeling stretched thin but still trying to “stay positive”? Grab our free Positivity Without Pretending Toolkit. It's a quick, honest reset for people leaders who want to show up without faking it. In five minutes or less, you'll reframe, refuel, and lead with heart (even when you're running on fumes). Download it now and take the pressure off. No, You Hang Up First (Let's Keep Connecting) Did today's episode resonate with you? Leave us a review sharing your favorite insight and we'll send you a free signed copy of I See You! A Leader's Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Have another question that we can answer? Leave us a Speakpipe audio clip and we'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Don't want to miss another episode? If you're a Spotify listener, find our show here and click “Follow.” If you're an Apple Podcast listener, click here and make sure to hit “+Follow.” Want access to a bunch of free resources for your work life? This is your personal jackpot that gives you access to the frameworks that help us thrive both personally and professionally. Whether you're trying to improve your daily routine, flesh out an idea that you've had for quite some time, or want to add more play into your day - these resources have got your back. Want 2 emails a week from us? One with a quick tip you can implement right away to enhance your personal and/or professional lives & one of our famous F.A.I.L. Fourward Friday newsletters? Subscribe here. Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it! Erin's website Erin's Instagram Erin's TikTok Erin's LinkedIn improve it!'s website improve it!'s Instagram
Issue #709: Superman Plays Late Nite Cornhole on HBODownload Directly From iTunesNOW on SPOTIFY!It's a week of epic returns: The return of John! The return of our favorite Book Club Barkeep, NIKKI (@sours_and_sass)! And, of course, the return of Superman to movie screens this week elicits a lot of conversation around the Man of Steel and his place in comic book and film history. Is the gang excited for the movie? Will the people flock to the theaters for it? The shadow knows!Also, reflections on Ironheart and the state of MCU TV and reactions to Chip Zdarsky and Valerio Schiti's Captain America #1.Comics talked this week: Mortals (Radix Publishing), Banned Book Club (Iron Circus), Bandette Vol. 1, Adventureman: Family Tree #3, Marvel Zero #1, Captain America #1, Superman Confidential #1-5 and #11, All-Star Superman #1-12, Crisis on Infinite Earths #1-12, Man of Steel #1-6, Superman: the Last Days of Lex Luthor #1-3.The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics. The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, and John Burkle, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.
Individually they were just like those guys who like to hang around the comic book shop and talk comics but together they form the Earth's Mightiest Podcast! Special guest Seth Talley! Check out his comic Dalrak the Mighty on Global Comix! IN THIS EPISODE We talk about the... Avengers books of May 2025 0:12:15 One World Under Doom (2025) #4 0:22:49 Avengers (2023) #26 0:29:03 Superior Avengers (2025) #2 0:35:09 West Coast Avengers (2025) #7 0:44:04 Quick Hits Amadeus Cho 20th Anniversary Special #1 New Champions (2025) #5 Sam Wilson - Captain America (2025) #5 One World Under Doom Tie-ins Doctor Strange of Asgard (2025) #3 Doom Academy (2025) #4 Doom's Division (2025) #3 Fantastic Four (2022) #32 Red Hulk (2025) #4 Thunderbolts Doomstrike (2025) #4-5 [EMP RSS] Subscribe [RSS All] Subscribe [Google Play All] Subscribe [iTunes] Subscribe Music: EMP theme song By Tribe One http://tribeonewon.wordpress.com/ Email: TheAvengers@EarthsMightiestPodcast.com Website: http://www.EarthsMightiestPodcast.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EMPcast/Viet's Website: http://www.comedianviet.com
Hope Summers is taken to a far off land and seems like it has been her destiny all along! Some captured Avengers try to flee Utopia but find out there is a hard price to pay. Captain America also calls a meeting of a familiar group of heroes that we haven't seen in a while!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Captain America assembles the Avengers. Iron Man battles Thanos. Luke Skywalker duels Darth Vader. Aragorn charges Mordor. Batman confronts the Joker. Superman destroys Doomsday. Wonder Woman defeats Ares. We are captivated. Why? We are entranced by stories that take us to a world where heroes fight evil and sacrifice themselves for the greater good because we long for our world to be free from pain, suffering, and struggle. Dr Frank Turek will walk us through this Marvel - less conversation!Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Power of X-Men: The Greatest Comic Book Podcast in All of the Multiverse!
Cassandra Nova is coming! In this episode, we dive deep into Grant Morrison's New X-Men #122, where Cassandra, now in Xavier's body, begins her terrifying conquest of the Shi'ar Empire and sets her gaze back on Earth. What does this mean for the X-Men, and can anyone stop her? We also revisit the Giant-Size X-Men: Jean Grey and Emma Frost issue from 2020—Hickman and Dauterman's homage to the psychic rescue in the previous episode. Did it deliver? And finally… we react to YOUR hottest takes!
This week on The World’s Greatest Comic Book Podcast™: Your pals, JC, Jocelyn, and JM assemble for news and reviews! In Tinseltown: We remember Julian McMahon, Michael Madsen, Rebekah Del Rio, and Mark Snow. Charlize Theron is inspirational. This past week we watched: Sandman, Old Guard 2, Pokerface, Long Way Home, Angel City, and Ironheart! In Comics, we […]
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MRC finishes off January 1968 with returning special guest Jeff Ryan, featuring Fantastic Four #70, Strange Tales #164 with Dr Strange and SHIELD, Tales of Suspense #97 with Iron Man and Captain America, and Avengers #48! The Menta-Wave Unit! Flames of the Faltine! Hyperdimensional Space! Uni-directional explosives! Irma Kruhl! Ant-covered roulette tables! Check it out!
In this episode complete ourrewind about the 22nd MCU movie, Avengers: Endgame. This is from the Hulk's snap to the end of the film. You can find the complete plot on Wikipedia here (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avengers:_Endgame#Plot)
We're hitting it about a year before it should come up in our timeline, but it made sense to do it after we finished the Kurt Busiek run on the main title...that's right, it's the four issue Avengers and JLA crossover from 2003 by Busiek and George Perez! And it's an excuse to have Jason and John talk about some DC characters! This issue is a lot of table setting, but we discuss the Justice League and a ton of DC characters and get that table setting out of the way so we can get into the exciting stuff next issue!
- R.I.P. Jim Shooter- R.I.P. Michael Madsen- R.I.P. Julian McMahan- R.I.P. Mark Snow- No…we didn't watch the new Jurassic World- Black Sabbath's final tour discussion- Ironheart Ep 4-6 reviewComic Book Review- GODZILLA VS. THOR (2025) #1- X-MEN: HELLFIRE VIGIL (2025) #1- DAREDEVIL (2023) #23- AVENGERS (2023) #28LIKE, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE!Audio link: https://linktr.ee/cbbpodcast
Send us a textWhat would happen if your favorite Disney heroes opened their own bars? We're diving deep into this imaginative concept, crafting 16 uniquely themed watering holes that capture the essence of beloved Disney characters.Journey with us to "The Agrabah Oasis" where Aladdin's bar transforms from bustling marketplace by day to luxurious Arabian palace by night. Sip a Magic Carpet Mule with spiced fig vodka or venture to Elsa's "Arendelle Ice Bar" where periodic snowfalls accompany your Let It Glow cocktail with edible glitter. Imagine the steampunk styling of Captain Nemo's "Nautilus Dive Bar" with portholes offering underwater views, or the hushed ambiance of Flynn Rider's "Snuggly Duckling Underground" where secluded booths are perfect for scheming over a Smolder mezcal cocktail.We've meticulously crafted signature drink menus for each location—from Pride Rock Lounge's "Hakuna Mojito" with baobab fruit to Hercules' "Underworld Old Fashioned" served flaming. Every bar features unique entertainment elements, like the storytellers at Simba's savanna-view lounge or the automated robot service at Baymax's San Fransokyo establishment.Tiana's "Bayou and Bourbon" brings celebrity chef flair to New Orleans cocktails, while the Avengers-themed "Avenging Pour" rewards groups ordering different drinks with a special collectible pin. Our Seven Dwarfs' "Gemstone Tap" even serves Dopey's specially brewed Mineshaft Stout with edible shimmer!Ready for the ultimate Disney hero bar crawl? Pour yourself something magical and join us as we blend Disney storytelling with creative mixology in this spirited exploration of what could be. Which hero's bar would you visit first?Here's who we are and what is in store for you
This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have so much to get through, we bring on local Aussie Matt Teale'o to assist! Kicking off the News, we must first go back in time; to unearth some unknown prototypes from the 80's Battle Beasts Toyline! Then we hit the artic cold in the latest HasLab funded project from G.I. Joe; the Snow C.A.T. A teaser pic of the MOTU Origins Fright Zone, gives us all an insight into which direction the property might be heading. Jurassic Park SDCC Exclusive set, looks like so much fun & is Scott & T-Bob really worth $100extra? More Masters news with a cross-over of Shredder & Skeletor, plus Man-E-Faces gets the Mondo treatment; and the Mythic Legions - Horror Of Einsamall wave looks absolutely incredible!! We then review the last few episodes of Lego Masters: Grand Masters Of The Galaxy - including the Final Episode! Radical Rewind Presents: Independence Day - an overview of the fun & excitement. Then rounding out the ep Trent unveils a project he has been working on for a number of years: a Book - The Dark Epoch! Finally published & available now! All this & more! To find out more about Trent's new Book; including how to secure a copy for yourself; be sure to check out: https://thedarkepoch.org/ To follow Matt Tealeo's Toy Collecting Journey: Check out his Instagram page: @tealeos_toyboxSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join us LIVE to break down the final three episodes of the new Marvel Series, Ironheart, now streaming on Disney+! We'll share our reactions, review, and theories and discuss whether the series stuck the landing after delivering a strong start. PLUS we will discuss the reveal of a MAJOR Marvel character, and whether or not we will see them again in the MCU.(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) Whatcha Watchin - Heads of State, Squid Game(00:11:00) Ironheart Spoiler-Free Reactions(00:13:00) Will There Be an Ironheart Season 2?(00:17:00) Ironheart Episode 4 Breakdown(00:19:00) Zeke Stane's Heel Turn in Ironheart(00:23:00) Zelma Stanton's Introduction in Ironheart(00:25:00) Strange Academy Tease in Ironheart(00:29:00) Xavier Meets Natalie in Ironheart(00:33:00) Ironheart Episode 5 Breakdown(00:37:00) Zeke Stane Chooses to Let Riri Go(00:38:00) Technology vs. Magic in Ironheart(00:41:00) Riri's New Ironheart Suit(00:42:00) Ironheart Episode 6 Breakdown(00:43:00) Mephisto Reveal in Ironheart(00:47:00) Riri's Deal with the Devil in Ironheart(00:52:00) Sascha Baron Cohen's Performance as Mephisto(00:58:00) Young Avengers Project in the MCU(01:06:00) Riri Williams as Ghost Rider(01:08:00) Ironheart PredictionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agents-of-fandom--5479222/support.
In this weeks episode: Kev is angry at a wolf; Sheepdog refuses to acknowledge handheld mode and Pab has several new lives. All this and much more on episode 610 of MGP!Sheepdog has a new book out called Nyaegling which you can find here:Digital: Amazon or Itch.ioPaperback: EtsyYou can also click here to play his new game Prismyck for free! If you have any messages or questions for the gang then send them over to : Mgukpodcast@gmail.comKev now has an affiliate link with The Lego Store so if you do all your Lego shopping through this link you'll be helping ol' Kev out:https://blockpartyuk.shop/Kev also has an affiliate link with CDKeys; so if you want the latest PC/ console games at low prices click the link below:http://bit.ly/CDKeyslollujo
On this episode, the Avengers are joined by Tempoe, the multi-talented producer, songwriter, A&R, and musician behind some of the biggest Afrobeats hits of the last decade, including Davido and Omah Lay's “With You,” Ckay's “Love Nwantiti,” Joeboy's “Alcohol,” Omah Lay's “Soso,” and Victony's “Soweto.”From crafting genre-defining sounds to building a distinct lane in the industry, Tempoe has emerged as one of the most versatile and influential producers of his generation.He opens up about his creative process, industry journey, collaborations with Afrobeats' biggest stars, and the hard-earned lessons that continue to shape his work.Watch this episode on YouTube._____We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts using the hashtag #WithAnSpod or tag us on Twitter and Instagram (@WithAnSpod).For collaborations or inquiries, email us at withans@culturecustodian.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We remember Jim Shooter and his staggering achievements in the field of comic books! Breaking in at 13 years old, Jim entertained the masses, writing legendary runs on Avengers for Marvel and Superboy at DC. As Editor In Chief he guided Marvel to all new heights and sales success, introducing innovative royalty initiatives that transformed comics for all creatives.
Welcome to The B-Side! Here we sometimes talk about movie stars! We sometimes talk about movie directors! Today, we talk about both! Specifically, the B-Sides of the Mission: Impossible franchise. It's just Conor and I today folks, waxing poetic on Tom Cruise's legendary franchise and the B-Sides that we were inspired to discuss. We've chosen one for each of the Mission movies. It's also July 3rd on the day this episode is published, so happy 63rd birthday Tom Cruise! For the first Mission: Impossible, we speak on The Avengers from 1998. An adaptation of the popular British television series from the ‘60s, director Jeremiah S. Chechik's film was dismantled in post-production, slashed to ribbons following bad test screenings. The final product runs well under ninety minutes and is hard to understand. It sits on the other end of blockbusters in the ‘90s adapted from hit televisions from yesteryear. We also discuss the last five films Sean Connery made (animated film Sir Billi not included), as well as the ones he turned down. For Mission: Impossible II, we chose another John Woo American motion picture: Paycheck, starring Ben Affleck and The Avengers star Uma Thurman. This is a true B-Side, and the beginning of Affleck's now-infamous lost half-decade as a fledgling movie star. For Mission: Impossible III, we return to television inspiration. In honor of director J.J. Abrams, Conor and I go long on No Man's Land, one of the first produced screenwriting credits of Dick Wolf, who would go on to create the, ahem, Law & Order universe of shows. This Charlie Sheen/ D.B Sweeney vehicle walked so Point Break and The Fast and the Furious could run. There's chatter about David Ayer, that scene from Fire in the Sky, and how Charlie Sheen is always better when he plays the villain. For Ghost Protocol, we debate the Brad Bird B-Side Tomorrowland. We discuss libertarianism (for like two minutes) and the misbegotten message of the George Clooney blockbuster. For Rogue Nation we honor the Hitchcock homage of the opening and discuss one of Hitch's most underrated films: Topaz. Truly a can't-miss picture, which spurns a talk about the ideal Hitchcock leading man. For Fallout, there's Michael Mann's Blackhat. We appreciate the still underseen hacker epic, and make the claim that Chris Hemsworth is the best movie star of the original Avengers (Marvel this time, not British) not named Robert Downey Jr. For Dead Reckoning Part 1, Conor goes long on Hayao Miyazaki's Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro, from the little yellow car to the action to the animation. And, finally, for The Final Reckoning, we celebrate John Sturges' Ice Station Zebra. The second act of the final film in the series is a reimagining of sorts of the 1968 submarine epic, with way more stunts and underwater photography. There's also mention of the Billy Crystal 1997 Oscars opening, this lovely promo for the Albert Brooks movie Mother (ok it's not mentioned I just love it), and the Oliver Stone episode of the Light the Fuse podcast.
Welcome to The B-Side! Here we sometimes talk about movie stars! We sometimes talk about movie directors! Today, we talk about both! Specifically, the B-Sides of the Mission: Impossible franchise. It's just Dan and Conor today folks, waxing poetic on Tom Cruise's legendary franchise and the B-Sides that we were inspired to discuss. We've chosen one for each of the Mission movies. It's also July 3rd on the day this episode is published, so happy 63rd birthday Tom Cruise! For the first Mission: Impossible, we speak on The Avengers from 1998. An adaptation of the popular British television series from the ‘60s, director Jeremiah S. Chechik's film was dismantled in post-production, slashed to ribbons following bad test screenings. The final product runs well under ninety minutes and is hard to understand. It sits on the other end of blockbusters in the ‘90s adapted from hit televisions from yesteryear. We also discuss the last five films Sean Connery made (animated film Sir Billi not included), as well as the ones he turned down. For Mission: Impossible II, we chose another John Woo American motion picture: Paycheck, starring Ben Affleck and The Avengers star Uma Thurman. This is a true B-Side, and the beginning of Affleck's now-infamous lost half-decade as a fledgling movie star. For Mission: Impossible III, we return to television inspiration. In honor of director J.J. Abrams, Conor and I go long on No Man's Land, one of the first produced screenwriting credits of Dick Wolf, who would go on to create the, ahem, Law & Order universe of shows. This Charlie Sheen/ D.B Sweeney vehicle walked so Point Break and The Fast and the Furious could run. There's chatter about David Ayer, that scene from Fire in the Sky, and how Charlie Sheen is always better when he plays the villain. For Ghost Protocol, we debate the Brad Bird B-Side Tomorrowland. We discuss libertarianism (for like two minutes) and the misbegotten message of the George Clooney blockbuster. For Rogue Nation we honor the Hitchcock homage of the opening and discuss one of Hitch's most underrated films: Topaz. Truly a can't-miss picture, which spurns a talk about the ideal Hitchcock leading man. For Fallout, there's Michael Mann's Blackhat. We appreciate the still underseen hacker epic, and make the claim that Chris Hemsworth is the best movie star of the original Avengers (Marvel this time, not British) not named Robert Downey Jr. For Dead Reckoning Part 1, Conor goes long on Hayao Miyazaki's Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro, from the little yellow car to the action to the animation. And, finally, for The Final Reckoning, we celebrate John Sturges' Ice Station Zebra. The second act of the final film in the series is a reimagining of sorts of the 1968 submarine epic, with way more stunts and underwater photography. There's also mention of the Billy Crystal 1997 Oscars opening, this lovely promo for the Albert Brooks movie Mother (ok it's not mentioned I just love it), and the Oliver Stone episode of the Light the Fuse podcast. Listen here and subscribe at thefilmstage.com/pod. Be sure to give us a follow on Bluesky at @tfsbside.bsky.social. Enjoy!
Time to rank stories once again, including one 2000s Avengers story we'd rather not.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!
So Sad to hear The Infamous DC and Marvel writer and Editor in Chief has passed away. In tribute here's my 2022 conversation with Jim recorded at Terrificon in 2022. He will be missed. From writing DC stories at 13 to Marvel, Secret Wars, Valiant and The Comic Books 90s Implosion, Jim discusses it all.
Ken and Kendall discuss The Place of Darkness, silent horror cinema, the birth of the horror movie, Kolchak the Night Stalker, how the late 80s and early 90s mirrors the silent to talkies era, basic cable TV, thirst for content, imported horror, anthology horror, radio horror, Monster Kids, Witches Tale, Tales from the Crypt, The Hitcher, Dracula the Series, Tales from the Darkside, Dark Shadows, Monsters, Friday the 13th The Series, Video Nasties, how exposure always eventually makes horror into kiddie fair, TV movies, high concept low budget films, Full Moon Pictures, arguing about the true core elements of the Halloween series, TV versions, how Dr. Loomis could be the real villain, Blood and Thunder stories, how radio shows are like a home invasion, television ghosts, Swamp Thing, Tom Noonan's adaptation of Stephen King's The Moving Finger on Monsters, one season wonders, gothic investigators, Ken Ober, the first TV adaptation of Parenthood, official sanctioned fan fiction, The Horror Hall of Fame, taking horror cinema/media seriously, the shadow of Vietnam, how sanitized the first Gulf War was, how action movies became the new slasher/video nasties, Ken's unconventional order for the best Tobe Hooper flicks, Salem's Lot, TCM2, Funhouse, Poltergeist, 80s remakes of 50s movies, The Stand, adapting novels, Castle Rock, Dr. Sleep, the wonder of having to take what you can get, The Avengers, how great things are when they go wackadoodle, the beauty of trying things you've never heard of, horror from foreign countries, the reward of getting outside your comfort zone, how sci-fi is a grafted genre, Alien, throwing candy at children, Halloween night, Ben Cooper costumes, precious leaves, how horror works best without explanation, The Incredible Hulk, the Hulk Out List, Halloween II, the 1969 Made For-TV movie The Profane Comedy starring Chuck Connors, the sad November post-Halloween come down, Quantum Leap, The Rockford Files, the 1985 Made For-TV remake of The Bad Seed, The Hitchhiker being Paige Fletcher, KISS, Land of the Lost and the golden days of cigarettes when it was cheap and filled with carbon monoxide.