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There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we bring the band back together to chow down on pizza and strawberry sundaes while doing karaoke! Blerd Watchers' Marshall and Courtney Stevenson and DJ Chapman of Roses and Rejections and Mostly Nitpicking make a triumphant return to talk about the second season of Netflix's Devil May Cry. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Josh's recommendation of Marriage Toxin, Amanda's recommendation of Agents of the Four Seasons, DJ's recommendation of Ace of Diamonds - Season 2, Marshall's recommendations of Daemons of the Shadow Realm and Claymore, and Courtney's recommendation of Witch Hat Atelier. All recommendations are found on Crunchyroll except for Claymore, which is on Amazon Prime. For our Anime Pregame, they share their thoughts on what video games they would like to see adapted into a future anime or animated series as an homage to this month's topic.  In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss Vergil's anime introduction, Dante's story arc this season, new characters and villains, the soundtrack, and so much more. 

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month  – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Prime Video's Spider-Noir, HBO's Rooster, HBO Max's Hacks, AppleTV's Margo's Got Money Troubles and Disney Plus's Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord. Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news that Netflix and CBS/Paramount Plus dominated the Nielsen ratings for the 2025-2026 TV year.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh opted for YouTube after a few YouTube grads who used the platform to build a cult following recently springboarded those humble beginnings into massive box office returns with a pair of hit horror films in Obsession and Backrooms. Alex went all in on AppleTV on the strength of their recent programming slate, their big Peanuts summer, and the recent news of a new spy thriller starring James Marsden on the horizon. Meanwhile, Bill stood up for Prime Video after they earned praise for the final season of the Boys, their new hockey romance Off Campus, Spider-Noir, and lots and lots of sports!New Series Spotlight  – This month Alex, Bill, and Josh discuss Apple TV's Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed created by David J Rosen and starring Tatiana Maslany as a recently divorced mom and professional fact checker who, while in a custody battle with her ex-husband, played by New Girl's Jake Johnson, she finds herself blackmailed by a camboy, which is only the start of her troubles.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.If you're a Batman aficionado or a curious newcomer, you're likely asking: What makes the latest "Absolute Batman" series so compelling? How does this reimagined universe differ from the classic Gotham stories we know, and why does it matter now? In this episode, Dan had to take some time this month for his wedding and honeymoon, so Pop Break Director of Podcasting Alex Marcus has returned to his old cohost chair, and he and Kris welcome the fantastic Justin DeVoe aka @reallifelobo for an in depth discussion of Absolute Batman Vol 1: The Zoo. Together, they uncover the innovative storytelling, character redesigns, and the fresh take on familiar characters — all crafted with love for the mythos and a desire to push boundaries. From the towering, terrifying new Batman to the gritty, real-world Gotham, this series offers a bold twist on a beloved universe. They explore how the creative team balances fresh storytelling with respect for tradition, reimagining heroes and villains alike. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the world of comics, this is the future of Batman that deserves your attention, so let Kris, Alex, and Justin be your guide!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!In this episode, Josh and Amanda celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary with a high-energy Pokémon draft packed with nostalgia, strategy, and plenty of passionate debate. Joined by a panel of fellow Pop Break favorites, they build their dream teams across categories like cute, powerful, legendary, psychic, ghost, and wild card picks. From Mewtwo and Cubone to Nidoking, Wheezing, and beyond, each selection sparks memories, arguments, fun facts, and unexpected emotional connections. The draft balances competitive team-building with pure Pokémon love, as the panel weighs type synergy, personal favorites, childhood icons, and undeniable vibes. As the final teams come together, everyone makes their case for why their lineup deserves to win.

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.This month Alex is continuing his work to get Suits: LA back on the air, so this month Josh & Bill are flying solo.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month  – Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including: Netflix's Frieren Season 2 and This is a Gardening Show, Demons of the Shadow Realm on Crunchyroll, and  Disney Plus' Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and Maul: Shadow Lord.Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news of Netflix adding “clips” feed on vertical video on their mobile app. This feed will feature YouTube Shorts/TikTok-esque clips from current shows and movies as well as past favorites. Disney+ has done something similar called “Verts.” Bill and Josh discuss this and if it'll work … and if they're too old to be the target audience.Streaming Wars – Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh honorably mentions HBO MAX due to the buzz around Euphoria Season 3, The Pitt and its finale, but ultimately picks AppleTV. This is due to the new series Widows Bay which has received high reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. There's also Shrinking Season 3, the return of F1 Racing, For All Mankind and Ted Lasso, the success of Margo's Got Money Troubles, and the new season of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Meanwhile Bill gives it to Disney+/Hulu/ESPN due to May being a huge month for Star Wars, Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and Zootopia 2 as well its sports presentation of the NFL Draft, the NBA Playoffs, Savanna Bananas, and their first broadcast Wrestlemania.New Series Spotlight  – This month Bill and Josh return to TV Break's most watched streamer (that could be a lie) AppleTV for Widows Bay. The series was created, written and produced by Katie Dippold who wrote Ghostbusters (2016), The Heat, Spy, and Haunted Mansion … and is a fellow Rutgers University Journalism alumnus like Bill. The series stars Matthew Rhys (The Americans, Perry Mason) as the beleaguered mayor of a small New England island. He's trying desperately to drum up summer tourism business via a NY Times article, but a mysterious fog and an apparent curse may derail his plans.

This year, The Pop Break is excited to bring you some very special programming during those extra long weeks when your favorite Pop Break podcasters are taking a rest. Pop Break staffer and host of the Media/Lit Podcast Randy Allain is your master of ceremonies as we take some creative journeys down the corridors of popular culture. This month, in anticipation of May the Fourth, we've gathered some Pop  Break all stars and friends to build multiversal super teams from across the Star Wars canon. Randy is joined by Pop Break superstars Bill Bodkin, Amanda Rivas, Ben Murchison, and Kris Ingersoll; also travelling to a galaxy far far away are Kris “PerCos” of the Conculture Podcast, Case Aiken of the Certain POV podcast network, and Kelvin Kately of the DFPN.Join us as we gather unique crews and forge new partnerships to tell epic stories across the Star Wars canon we know and love.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.In our continuing yearlong theme for the Eras of Batman, we enter one of the most divisive eras of them all…THE SCHUMACHER ERAThe Batman franchise has seen many iterations, but few are as polarizing as the films helmed by director Joel Schumacher in the 1990s: Batman Forever and Batman & Robin. If you've ever wondered about the legacy of these films, or if you've found yourself laughing at their campy charm, you're not alone. In this episode, we'll delve into the Schumacher era of Batman, examining its initial reception, the nostalgic reassessment it has undergone, and why it remains a beloved topic among fans today. After that, they run down the top ten most iconic 90s costumes and gear from these two films!Joining Kris and Daniel to break it all down, we have both hosts of the Anniversary Brothers Podcast, Aaron and Josh Sarnecky!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we finally all meet in Elbaph with The Elder Emo Branden Vice as Josh met his goal of completely catching up with One Piece. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Josh's and Amanda's recommendation of Daemons of the Shadow Realm; Amanda's additional recommendation of Agents of the Four Seasons; and Branden's recommendation of Ace of Diamonds - Season 2. All recommendations are found on Crunchyroll. In Anime News, they share their thoughts on the unfortunate leak of the upcoming Aang: The Last Airbender film.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the premiere episodes of the highly anticipated Witch Hat Atelier and Season 2 of One Piece. They talk about what worked and did not, whether the hype for both was well deserved, and also dove into current One Piece manga theories and reveals. Join us next month as we put our draft hats back on for our exciting Pokemon draft!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.This month Alex is off working to get Suits: LA back on the air, so Pop Break's TV Editor Avani Goswami is joining Bill and Josh this month,Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month  – Avani, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including CBS' Survivor 50, Netflix's Age of Attraction, One Piece Season 2, and Frieren Season 2, Prime Video's Spring Fever, and Disney Plus' Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news of Disney pulling out of its deal with OpenAI after their generative AI Sora App was shuddered. They discuss the use of AI in entertainment, Disney's future with generative AI, and more.Streaming Wars – Avani, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Avani and Bill agree on HBO MAX as it was home to March Madness, Oscar winners One Battle After Another, Sinners, and Weapons, AEW's weekly and PPV successes on the platform, the return of Euphoria, and more. Josh with the perennial favorite, Netflix due to Bridgerton, One Piece Season 2, MLB Opening Day, XO Kitty's return, Love is Blind, Age of Attraction, and Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. New Series Spotlight  – This month Avani, Bill, and Josh return to the mind of Bill Lawrence for his new HBO series, Rooster. The series stars Steve Carrell as Greg “Rooster” Russo, an author who begins working at the liberal arts college where his daughter Katie (Charly Clive) is a professor in the midst of a personal crisis following the revelation that her husband and fellow on campus professor Archie (Phil Dunster) is having an affair with a graduate student (Lauren Tsai) who is half his age and pregnant with their love child. The series also stars Danielle Deadwyler, Annie Mumolo, and John C. McGinley in supporting roles.

This year, The Pop Break is excited to bring you some very special programming during those extra long weeks when your favorite Pop Break podcasters are taking a rest. Pop Break staffer and host of the Media/Lit Podcast Randy Allain is your master of ceremonies as we take some creative journeys down the corridors of popular culture. To kick things off, we've invited four teams of Pop Break All Stars to deconstruct the streaming landscape and reconfigure the fallen pieces into four dream streaming services. Editor-In-Chief Bill Bodkin joins forces with his “Socially Distanced” cohost Amanda Rivas, Allie Nelson and Tyler McCarthy of “Not Couple Goals” bring their unique humor to the table, "Anniversary Brothers” Aaron and Josh Sarnecky turn their brotherly love toward victory, and Kris Ingersoll joins Randy, his multi-podcast partner-in-crime, on Team “Media/Lit.”It's an IP-grabbing free-for-all as the panelists work to attract a broad and diverse audience while keeping their competitors at bay. They even find time to pitch some creative new IP crossovers.Please join us for a wild ride through the worlds of television and film.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.In our continuing yearlong theme for the Eras of Batman, we enter one of the most popular eras of them all…THE ANIMATED SERIESAs the animated series is so beloved, we couldn't just do a run of the mill retrospective – we had to go big.  We're doing an Animated Series draft.Joining Kris and Daniel on this venture are all Draft alumni, including Editor-in-Chief of the Pop Break, Bill Bodkin.  Rounding out the draft participants, we have both hosts of the Anniversary Brothers Podcast, Aaron and Josh Sarnecky, and making his return, a draft regular on the Batman by the Numbers Podcast, the co-host of Media/Lit with Kris, Randy Allain!All the details and categories are explained in the podcast, but simply put, we're drafting episodes.If the animated series is your favorite corner of Batman lore, this is the episode you've been waiting for. 

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we are entering our unhinged anime era for the first time in 2026. Josh and Amanda call upon The Elder Emo and The Flamingo King Branden Vice to join them in the chaos. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Josh's recommendations of Hell's Paradise - Season 2, Jujutsu Kaisen - Season 3 and Frieren - Season 2; Amanda's recommendation of The Holy Grail of Eris; and Branden's recommendation of Jack of All Trades. All recommendations are found on Crunchyroll. In Anime News, they share their thoughts on the announcement of a live-action adaptation of Samurai Champloo being in the works and Viz Media's announcement that the Chainsaw Man manga is potentially ending.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the premiere episode of Rooster Fighter on Adult Swim. They discuss what worked, Rooster Fighter's panels at NYCC and C2E2, Keiji as a protagonist, and more. Join us next month as we dive into the Elbaph arc of One Piece. 

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Chapman, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!Queue the sirens, Michelle and DJ are here for an emergency pod to discuss the CANCELLATION of the upcoming season of The Bachelorette. They discuss the disturbing video featuring Taylor Frankie Paul's 2023 altercation with ex-boyfriend Dakota. They wrap up with what this means for the future of the franchise and if ABC can recover from this scandal.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Chapman, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week DJ returns for one final time with Nando of NandoVMovies to discuss the Love is Blind S10 Reunion. They give their thoughts on the best moments and some of the more underwhelming moments. DJ briefly speaks to Netflix's new show Age of Attraction and whether or not it's worth a watch.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Chapman, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week DJ returns with Nando of Nando v Movies to talk about Love is Blind S10 Episodes 10-11. They give their final predictions before the altar and cover what has been a roller coaster ride of episodes so far. Then Michelle makes her triumphant return to cover the finale and reunion of The Traitors S4.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Chapman, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week DJ returns with Nando of Nando v Movies to talk about Love is Blind S10 Episodes 10-11. They give their final predictions before the altar and cover what has been a roller coaster ride of episodes so far. Then Michelle makes her triumphant return to cover the finale and reunion of The Traitors S4.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month  – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including HBO's Industry and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, HBO Max's The Pitt, AppleTV's Shrinking and Disney Plus's The Muppet Show. Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news Paramount Skydance has purchased Warner Bros. Discovery, after Netflix dropped out of the running following an exclusive reopened negotiation window between David Ellison's PSky and WBD, despite Netflix having already agreed in principle to purchase the company. They break down how this happened and what it means for the future of television, movies, news, streaming, and the entire entertainment business.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Alex and Bill agree on Netflix had the biggest month by getting out of the WBD deal after its shareholders had turned on it, along with the return of Bridgerton, and upcoming events such as One Piece S2, MMA All-Star match ups, and the MLB Opening Day. Meanwhile, Josh stands up for Peacock after they hosted the Super Bowl and another successful Olympics, along with their surprise comedy hit The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins and the streaming debut of Wicked: For Good..New Series Spotlight  – This month Alex, Bill, and Josh celebrate the return of Scrubs! They get into their personal history with the original series before checking in on the reboot to see if it holds up to the original or if its too overburdened from sixteen years of memes and cellphone commercials to stand as its own.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.The Eras of Batman continue with a couple movies we've discussed on this podcast multiple times, but any reason for us to discuss these two gems again is an opportunity we're going to take.The Tim Burton Era.The Bat crew get together to discuss all things Batman 1989 and Batman Returns, the era that catapulted Batman into an official pop culture behemoth for years to come. Joining us on this Burton journey is newcomer to the Batcave, Matt Farley, and making his return, but his first non-Draft episode, Kris' co-host from Media/Lit, Randy Allain!  And yes, Partyman is obviously discussed.The four go through their thoughts and reflections on both these movies.  Plenty of praise, some nitpicks, but a fun discussion, nonetheless.  If you love these movies, you'll love the in-depth discussion on both these films.  We also praise why Michael Keaton is such a great Batman!BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!With the Burton Era, we heard the term “Bat Mania” thrown around all the time, and that resulted in plenty of BAT MERCHANDISE.  That's right, we're ranking the BEST BURTON ERA BATMAN MERCHANDISE.  In one of our most unpredictable rankings ever, we cover an eclectic mix of merchandise:  Toys.  T-shirt.  Video Game.  Trading Cards.  And yes…the cereal.If you have nostalgia for this era of Batman, this is required listening!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Chapman, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!Once again, DJ is joined by Nando of NandovMovies to discuss Episodes 7–9 of Love is Blind Season 10. They go over all the whirlwind family meetups, the shocking breakup, and all the drama. They update their predictions for the finale, and guess what crazy revelations will happen between now and the altar.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

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Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week DJ is joined by special guest Nando of NandovMovies to talk Love is Blind Season 10 Episodes 1-6. They go over all seven couples, who they think will make it, and who will be worth watching. They also wonder if there's anything worse that can happen on a reality show than gluing your eye shut.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Josh and Amanda are joined this month by Anime x Pop favorites Marshall and Courtney Stevenson of Blerd Watchers as part of a February collaboration between both respective podcasts (Please link Blerd Watchers episode here). Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently including Courtney's recommendations of Love Through a Prism and Kotaro Lives Alone; Marshall's recommendations of Ninja Scroll, Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers, and Shrinking; Amanda's recommendations of My Hero Academia Vigilantes Season 2, Sentenced to Be a Hero, and Fire Force Season 3 Part 2; and Josh's recommendation of Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Arc. Courtney's recommendations can be found on Netflix and Amanda's and Josh's recommendations on Crunchyroll. Yoroi - Shinden Samurai Troopers is also found on Crunchyroll, Shrinking on Apple TV, and Ninja Scroll on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. In Anime News, they review the trailer for Season 2 of Netflix's One Piece.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the second seasons of both Hell's Paradise and Frieren. They discuss character utilization, what worked and did not work, how these anime are changing story elements common in their genres, and more. Join us next month as we possibly may return to our unhinged era reviewing Rooster Fighter!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week Michelle and DJ talk Traitors Season 4 as well as Ru Paul's Drag Race Season 18. They break down the latest episodes for each and provide some predictions for where they think each show is going. They wrap up with a preview of the Love Is Blind Season 10 contestants.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!It's the triumphant return of Michelle to Roses and Rejections! She's back to save the audience from DJ's recent solo pod, with all of the corrections and (some) praise that is warranted. They catch everyone up on The Traitors as well as Ru Paul's Drag Race, including their thoughts on RDR doing a mid-season talent show.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month  – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including HBO's Industry and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and Disney Plus's Wonder Man. Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news that YouTube has begun to dominate Daytime TV, with a 75% increase in viewers year over year thanks to the strength of children's programming and video podcasts on the platform.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh and Bill agree on HBOMAX's big month, as they flood the zone with The Pitt S2, A Knight of the Seven Kingdom Industry and the continued success of Heated Rivalry, as well as being the home of the two most nominated films at this years Oscars: Sinners & One Battle After Another. Meanwhile, Alex stands up for YouTube after they won the rights to broadcast the Academy Awards.New Series Spotlight  – This month we are paying off our Emmy bet, which means Alex asks Bill and Josh to watch S1E1 of The Pitt to see if he can convince them to finally get on board the runaway hit series.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.It's the first podcast of 2026, and that means the first of our yearlong theme of the Eras of Batman, where each episode we'll be focusing on a key point in Batman's long history in film and television.And we couldn't think of a better first episode than what is arguably one of Batman's most important eras.  That's right, we're going back to the 60s!  This episode has been a long time coming – an entire episode focused on the glorious, iconic, and classic Adam West show from the 1960s!To help with this fantastic topic, Daniel and Kris brought a newcomer into the pod cave, Stacy Dooks, co-host of the Fanboy Power Hour Podcast!  The trio discuss every nook and cranny of this show, including major themes, Adam West and Burt Ward's iconic performances, and the Chief O'Hara of it all!  Oh, and we'll chat some villains too.That leads us to our rankings topic, because within this great discussion on the show, we had to fit in a ranking topic on these great underrated villains!If you're a fan of the 60s Batman show, this might just be your favorite episode of Batman by the Numbers Podcast!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Josh and Amanda are joined this month by Tommy of Countdown City Geeks and  Countdown City Wrestlecast as they enter into The Culling Game hoping their third generation fire skills help them earn the win!Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently including Tommy's recommendations of Windbreaker, Ruri Rocks, Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, and Castlevania: Nocturne; Josh's recommendations of Hell's Paradise and Tamon's B-side, and Amanda's recommendations of Champigon Witch and Sentenced to be a Hero. All recommendations are available on Crunchyroll except Castlevania: Nocturne, which is available on Netflix. In Anime News, they discuss what they were most excited about coming out of this year's Jump Festa.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the season premiere episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: The Culling Game Arc and the premiere episode of the final season of Fire Force Cour 2. They discuss how main story plot points were handled, animation changes, new character introductions, and more. Join us next month as we discuss Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2 and Hell's Paradise Season 2!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, DJ flies solo to talk about Traitors Season 4 Episodes 1-3. He goes over a quick recap of what he's liked so far and what could be improved. He finally gives a quick update on the upcoming future of the pod and the quickest update on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Episodes 1 & 2 of all time.Reddit post reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/LoveIsBlindOnNetflix/comments/1odl6h0/comment/nlpagbv/If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month – Alex, Bill, Josh and special guest TV Editor Avani Goswami talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including HBO's I Love LA & The Chair Company, AppleTV's Pluribus, Prime Video's Fallout, Disney Plus's Taylor Swift: The End of An Era, and Netflix's Stranger Things & Death By Lightning. Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, & Josh pick a streamer they think “won the month” based on new shows airing/upcoming shows announced etc. All three hosts plus their special guest handed the month's honors to Netflix after their successful acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, their hugely successful Stranger Things Season 5 rollout, and their NFL Christmas Day telecasts.New Series Spotlight – This month, we are reviewing HBOMAX's Heated Rivalry The series, based on the Game Changers queer romance novel series by Rachel Reid and adapted for the small screen by the Canadian TV powerhouse behind Letterkenny and Shoresy Jacob Tierney, stars Hudson Williams and Connor Story as Shane Hollander & Ilya Rozanov, the top two picks in the 2008 Major League Hockey Draft, who strike up a secret affair the summer before their rookie season. The series first season follows roughly seven years of their closeted love affair, and also features a subplot following a veteran hockey player Scott Hunter, played by Francois Arnaud, and his love affair with art history grad student and smoothie barista Kip, played by Robbie GK, who are the focus of one of the other novels in the book series. Most Anticipated Series of 2026 – Alex, Bill, Josh, and Avani break down their five most anticipated series of the year, along with some runners-up as they kick off 2026.Avani Frieren: Beyond Journey's End S2Blue Eye Samurai S2Yellowjackets S4Spider-Man NoirBlade Runner 2099Josh One Piece S2LanternsHouse of the Dragon S3Daredevil: Born Again S2Avatar: The Last Airbender S2Bill Blue Eye Samurai S2X-Men '97 S2Daredevil: Born Again S2One Piece S2LanternsAlex VisionQuestThe Comeback S3The Pitt S2Euphoria S3Shrinking S3

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.Well, we have come to the end of 2025, and what a year it was for DC, as we celebrated our theme of World's Finest with many episodes dedicated to the Man of Steel.As big as 2025 was though, 2026 for DC is shaping up to be massive!  We couldn't think of a better way to close out 2025 than by looking ahead to 2026.  It's just Daniel and Kris in the Batcave today, as they break down many exciting projects for DC in 2026, as well as 2027.  You know we had to close it out with some of the Matt Reeves The Batman: Part II news.Aside from Batman, the bat crew break down what to expect with Supergirl, Lanterns, Clayface, and what's next for Superman in the 2027 announced sequel, Man of Tomorrow!Oh.  They also open the show giving their thoughts on that whole WB-Netflix news, as well as some of the Paramount developments in conjunction with this.  It does involve DC, after all.  We got to talk about it!Also, please keep in mind, this was recorded before the Supergirl and Lanterns trailers were dropped.And…at the end of the show, the duo TEASE next year's Batman by the Numbers theme!  You don't want to miss it!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we hand out our vaunted Anime x Pop awards for anime that we loved in 2025. The Elder Emo, The Flamingo King, and Pop Break's favorite Short King Branden Vice joins Amanda and Josh in this celebration of all things anime that dominated 2025. Check out who we thought was the best returning anime, best new anime, must protect at all costs character, best fight scene and more. In Anime News, they discuss Amazon's failed experiment of using AI voice English and Latin American dubbing in lieu of hiring voice actors for several new animeJoin us next month as we kick off 2026 with Hell's Paradise Season 2 and Jujitsu Kaisen Season 3 Part 1!

Dirty Work Hour 2: JD and D-Pop break down the Warriors' shortcomings on the team's most recent homestand, notably losses to the Blazers and Rockets. They also talk about how the team can look to improve, using internal options or looking outside the organization. Andrew Luck joins the show to talk about Stanford football's loss to Notre Dame that closed the season, and the hiring of Stanford's new head football coach Tevita Pritchard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dirty Work Hour 2: JD and D-Pop break down the Warriors' shortcomings on the team's most recent homestand, notably losses to the Blazers and Rockets. They also talk about how the team can look to improve, using internal options or looking outside the organization. Andrew Luck joins the show to talk about Stanford football's loss to Notre Dame that closed the season, and the hiring of Stanford's new head football coach Tevita Pritchard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by Editor-in-Chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:New Series Spotlight Rewind – Alex, Bill, and Josh check back in on all the series they covered in their New Series Spotlight segment this year to see which shows they actually kept up with and which fell by the wayside.News Break – Alex, Bill, and Josh discuss the single story that they each believe was the biggest for the world of TV this past year. Bill & Josh both agreed that the Paramount-SkyDance merger was the biggest news story of the year, while Alex made the outside the box case that Kathy Kennedy defiantly declaring to Deadline that she wasn't retiring from Lucasfilm was actually the biggest story⁠.Streaming Wars – Alex, Bill, and Josh check in on the standings for the past year of who won the most months in streaming before giving their own picks for who won the year, where they all agreed that Netflix, HBO Max, and AppleTV had incredible years, but who won the year and who was their most improved streamer? Tune in to find out!The Beast Series of 2025 – Bill, Josh, and Alex each give their favorite series of the year, and two honorable mentions, which you can check out below!Bill's Series of the Year - Andor (Daredevil: Born Again, Nautilus)Josh's Series of the Year - Severance (Andor, Alien: Earth)Alex's Series of the Year - Pluribus (Adolescence, Andor)Finally, the hosts close out 2025 by circling back to their Most Anticipated Series of 2025 from this past January to see how their collective optimism and enthusiasm paid off.

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There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.It's been quite the ride in 2025 as we conclude our yearlong theme of World's Finest, as this will be the last (at least for now!) podcast dedicated to the Man of Steel.As we all sit around the Thanksgiving table with our families, it's time we honor Superman's SUPER Family – yes, we are ranking Superman's superpowered allies! Mon-El.  Power Girl.  Streaky the Super Cat!?They are all involved in this ranking!  We had to close out the year of Superman in style, and for a list like this, we brought in the experts.  Joining Daniel and Kris this month, and making his return, it's Perry Constantine of the Superhero Cinephiles Podcast!  AND making his debut on the podcast, Anthony Desiato, Host of the Digging for Kryptonite Podcast!Enjoy this fantastic final Superman rankings topic and discussion!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we are entering our Disney villain era with returning guests Randy Allain and Kris Ingersoll of Media/Lit. Randy shared exciting news about the upcoming Podelay, A Beck Podcast, joining The Pop Break family very soon! Kris is also the cohost of Pop Break's beloved Batman by the Numbers podcast with Daniel Cohen. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Randy's recommendation of Knights of Guinevere, Josh's recommendations of Spy x Family Season 3 and Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill Season 2, Amanda's recommendations of My Hero Academia Season 8 and May I Ask for One Final Thing, and Kris's recommendations of the 1999's Redwall, Harriet the Spy, and Frog and Toad animated series. Knights of Guinevere is found on Glitch/YouTube, Amanda's and Josh's recommendations on Crunchyroll, and Harriet the Spy and Frog and Toad being found on Apple TV. Redwall is available on Amazon Prime for streaming. In Anime News, they share which property they wish would get the Star Wars Visions treatment to celebrate the Season 3 launch of continuing anime series Star Wars Visions.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the first two episodes of Disney's My Twisted Wonderland now streaming on Disney +. They discuss the decision to adapt this anime from the mobile game, the villains featured, whether the story will resonate with anime fans, and more. Join us next month for our Anime x Pop awards and thoughts on anime's Santa - Sanda! 

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month (3:00) – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Amazon's Gen V Season 2, Disney Plus' Marvel Zombies, AppleTV's The Morning Show, and HBO's It: Welcome to Derry. Newsbreak (29:29) – This month, they are discussing the news that Taylor Sheridan is moving to NBCUniversal, leaving Paramount behind at the end of his current deal in 2028. Streaming Wars (47:47) – Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh and Bill agree on Netflix's big month, as they flood the zone with Strange Things sponcon, Sesame Street shenanigans, and KPop Demon Hunter Halloween rerelease. Meanwhile, Alex stands up for Peacock thanks to its big Sheridan signing and streaming sports supremacy.New Series Spotlight (1:01:07) – This month we are shining the spotlight on Mubi's Hal and Harper. The series was written and directed by indie film sensation Cooper Raiff, and is a family dramedy exploring codependency and trauma in siblings, played in childhood and adulthood by Raiff and Lily Reinhart. The series also stars Mark Ruffalo and Betty Gilpin. Check out Alex's thoughts on Cooper's most recent film Cha Cha Real Smooth alongside fellow Pop Break Podcaster Courtney Stevenson (Blerd Watchers) on his former film podcast Cinema Joes.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.As 2025 nears the end, so does the year of World's Finest, our yearlong celebration of Superman!  But don't worry, we have two big Superman rankings episodes left, including this one.  It's time we pay respect to Superman's foes – it's our ranking of the Superman cinematic villains!While not as robust as Batman's rogue gallery of film villains, no doubt there have been plenty of iconic Superman villain performances throughout the years.  To help Daniel and Kris count down this super villain list are return guests Aaron Sarnecky of the Anniversary Brothers Podcast, and fresh off our last episode taking Peacemaker, Bill George, host of the Should I Go See It Podcast.The crew discuss a plethora of Lex Luthors, General Zods, and of course, Ross Webster!  Speaking of Ross Webster, listen to Daniel speak glowingly about…Superman III?!?!  Yup.  It happened.  You'll find all this and more on another GREAT rankings episode! 

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!It's the Love is Blind Season 9 finale and Michelle and DJ are here to recap all of the couples who made it to the altar, as well as the ones who didn't. They give their final thoughts on the couples now that we've seen their stories, who they like, and who they'd rather not share a pod with. Finally, they give a preview for the Love is Blind Reunion and what they expect will happen."Reddit post reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/LoveIsBlindOnNetflix/comments/1odl6h0/comment/nlpagbv/If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover Episodes 10-11 of Love is Blind Season 9. They go over the recent breakups and discuss what they think will happen with the remaining couples at the altar. They then discuss Netflix's decision to have the weddings air at 9PM EST as opposed to their normal release. Finally, they talk about who they think can actually come out of this season looking good, and why it already ranks as one of their favorite seasons.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover the latest drop of Love is Blind S9 episodes. They go through each of the couples and who they think has the best shot to make it to the altar. They also give their predictions for what blow ups they think will happen prior to the finale.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

There's never a dull moment in the world of anime and Pop Break is diving right into the action! Join anime enthusiasts Amanda Rivas and Josh Sarnecky as they geek out monthly with dedicated experts and special guests on exciting anime news, trending anime in TV and/or movies, and anime recommendations spanning different genres that everyone should be watching. If you are a lifelong anime lover or taking the initial leap into the genre that has something for everyone, this is the podcast for you!Join us as we assume our secret identities and meet with Pop Break TV Editor Avani Goswami to take on a classified mission that will protect world peace. Our enthusiasts take a stroll through the anime content minds to discuss favorite series they've been watching recently, including Amanda's recommendations of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes and Betrothed to My Sister's Ex; Josh's recommendations of The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, My Dress Up Darling, and Perfect Blue; and Avani's animated series recommendations of The Owl House, Over the Garden Wall, and Knights of Guinevere. Avani also shares her tradition of rewatching Death Note during spooky season.  Amanda's recommendations and My Dress Up Darling are found on Crunchyroll, Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity and Death Note are found on Netflix, Knights of Guinevere on Glitch/YouTube, Perfect Blue on YouTube, Amazon Prime and Apple TV, Over the Garden Wall on Amazon Prime, and The Owl House on Disney +. In Anime News, they discuss the continued success of Demon Slayer, the future of the franchise, and what this means for anime becoming more mainstream.In their feature review section, our enthusiasts discuss the premiere episodes of Spy x Family Season 3 and the final season of My Hero Academia. They talk about their histories with each anime, thoughts on whether these premieres were successful, how My Hero Academia could have generated more buzz entering its final season, and more.

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast all about the ABC reality series The Bachelor and its many spin-offs.ThePopBreak.com's Michelle Coraci, who has been recapping all things Bachelor for The Pop Break for years, and co-host DJ Chapman, of Mostly Nitpicking, are back from hiatus…sort of!This week, Michelle and DJ cover the first 6 episodes of Love is Blind Season 9. As always they give their predictions for which couples will make it to the altar and who will say "Yes." They wrap up with a quick discussion of the news that Netflix cancelled The Ultimatum: Queer Love after 2 seasons.If you have thoughts or suggestions for what you'd like Michelle and DJ to cover during the offseason or opinion about all things Bachelor & Bachelorette, be sure to reach out via twitter @Roses&Rejections!

Welcome to TV Break, where Pop Break's Podcasts Editor Alex Marcus is joined by editor-in-chief Bill Bodkin, and TV Columnist Josh Sarnecky to talk about the happenings in television.Here's the format of the show:The Best Thing I Saw on TV Last Month – Alex, Bill, & Josh talk about a show/episode/event they liked from the last month including Hulu's Alien: Earth, Netflix's The Great British Baking Show, Roku's Celebrity Halloween Baking Special, and HBO Max's Peacemaker Season 2.Newsbreak – This month, they are discussing the news that Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale. They discuss all the potential bidders and consider the wider industry implications of a potential sale. Streaming Wars– Alex, Bill, & Josh each selected their top streamer of the month. Josh went with crunchyroll on the back of an exciting fall anime slate plus their upcoming theatrical release of Chainsawman and their worldwide box office champ Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle. Meanwhile, Bill showed some love to Peacock now that the NFL is back in season and it has also successfully launched a Love Island spinoff and renewed The Paper for a second season. Finally, Alex gave it to Netflix on the back of a successful fall film festival season, the debut of the second half of Wednesday S2, and Stranger Things hype reaching critical mass.New Series Spotlight – This month we are shining the spotlight on Netflix's new historical drama The House of Guinness. This series comes from Peaky Blinders' creator Steven Knight and stars Anthony Boyle, Louis Partridge, Emily Fairn, & Fionn O'Shea as the newly orphaned heirs of the Guinness family brewery dynasty. The series is set in 19th Century Ireland amid social unrest following the death of brewery mogul Sir Benjamin Guinness.

There's arguably no superhero in existence that has been reimagined, redefined, or reinterpreted more than Batman.  No matter how many times he's been rebooted, audiences are always willing to come back to Gotham City's greatest defender.  With so much Bat content out there, there's plenty to dissect, analyze, and of course, rank!  This podcast is dedicated to a surgical evaluation of Batman's history, with a focus on ranking several topics in the world of Batman, among other classic Bat themes and characters.Join hosts Daniel Cohen, Pop Break's former Film Editor, and Kris Ingersoll, co-host of the Media/Lit podcast, as they bring on several guests every month to share their passion for the one and only Dark Knight.  From Adam West to Robert Pattinson, no bat stone will be left unturned.  Bottom-line: If you're a Batman fan, this is required listening.The DCU continues to roll on, as the bat crew turns to TV this month to discuss the return of PEACEMAKER for Season 2!  This is a unique one, as the show still had ties to the old DCEU, or does it???  Yes, we discuss all that, as we break down all first six episodes of this phenomenal show.  FULL SPOILERS!Daniel and Kris are joined by first time guest, Bill George, host of the Should I Go See It Podcast.  They discuss that first episode recap, obviously the new dance sequence, favorite moments, praise John Cena's performance, and where the show goes from here with two episodes left at the time of recording.The crew also go on plenty of tangents, discussing all things James Gunn and the DCU, and the momentum this universe has right now as a whole.If you're a fan of this show and need more hype going into the last two episodes, this is the perfect conversation!

Dirty Work Hour 1: Copes & D-Pop break down the 49ers win over the Rams, and get into a little Cheers, Jeers, & BeersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dirty Work Hour 1: Copes & D-Pop break down the 49ers win over the Rams, and get into a little Cheers, Jeers, & BeersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined by Pop Break frontrunner Bill Bodkin to discuss a myriad of topics! You can find Bill and other amazing folks that do amazing content over at thepopbreak.com!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Recorded live from San Diego Comic-Con, Underrated hosted a panel on The Hidden Value of a Director's Cut! Enjoy it here as a bonus episode!The director's cut is a time-honored tradition in the film industry—where fans can bridge the gap between a studio's perceived needs and a director's artistic vision. But why do director's cuts exist in the first place, and what have these done for studios and fans alike? The host of the Underrated Movie Podcast Derick McDuff is joined by Alix Catherine (public speaker, host, The Welcome Party), Tricia Aurand (award-winning screenwriter, podcast host), Andrew Linde (host, Nothing New: A Remake Podcast), Sarah Jefferson Carter (writer/director, Queendom Come), and Alex Marcus (podcast network director, The Pop Break) to discuss changing fundamental understandings of beloved movies, how a director's cut can be effective/ineffective, and the most worthwhile director's cuts in the pop culture space.