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Smilez went from tearing his knee, spiraling into three months of depression, to becoming an actor on Squid Game Season 2, getting brand deals with Foot Locker & Puma, and getting personally called out by Drake to pull up and hoop at his house.This is one of the craziest glow-up stories we've had on the show — and he held NOTHING back.In this episode, Smilez breaks down:- How he got cast in Squid Game Season 2- The injury that almost ended everything- Why he was “mad at God” for months- Going viral for the first time- How Drake hit him saying “come get dusted”- What it's actually like inside Drake's camp- The moment everything changed in his content career- Why money doesn't buy happiness — but freedom- How Toronto creators can ACTUALLY break throughIf you're a creator, athlete, storyteller, or someone grinding through a dark season right now… this episode will hit different.Use code "MBH5" at Mintink for a special discount from the boys:https://www.mintink.ca/?utm_source=moneybuyshappiness&utm_medium=collabSign Up for PU Prime Now using this link:https://go.puprime.partners/visit/?bta=43791&brand=puCheck out Smilez:Smilez IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealsmilez/SHOP NEW MBH MERCH:https://mbhtv.com/collections/mbh-merchandiseSUBSCRIBE TO MBH SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/@thembhpodcastSUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcQijWgy0S1vyfPm_BhYNPwLISTEN ON:APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/money-buys-happiness/id1513827461SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DzyFZDvEHVT8ArGusePGs?si=38129137034440ecHOSTS INSTAGRAM:ERNESTO: https://www.instagram.com/Ernestogaita/ANTHONY: https://www.instagram.com/AnthonysorellaPODCAST: https://www.instagram.com/moneybuyshappiness
Join Reality After Show Podcaster Lauren Pratt, Bradley Wayne (Player 123), Giovanni Canales (Player 235), and Survivor Legend Jonny Fairplay as they talk everything Squid Game The Challenge Season 2 & Beyond! Do not miss all the behind the scenes coverage as well as other Reality TV Stories! #squidgame #squidgamethechallengeseason2 #netflix #realityaftershow #realitytv
Squid Game season or The Final Season if you prefer has come and gone. And while we didn't get to it when we would have liked were here now and with a special guest host! Gi-Hun or Player 456, if you prefer, returns after the wild events of season 2. He seeks to conclude his quest to see those that created the games brought to justice. At the same time we have many intersecting stories coming to a close! From The Frontman's Brother, the Detective Jun-ho, The VIPs and Pink Guard 11. Definitely some controversy among fans of the Korean sensation. Tonight though you'll get the JAFN take! So find your green track suit, pink jumpsuit or perhaps a gilded animal mask and join us for the discussion!
Breaking down and discussing season three of Squid Game. | Original Airdate: 9th August 2025 | Watch it here: https://youtu.be/1z4ipaUiKwI
On Episode 96 of the Daebak K-Rambles Podcast, Jess and Miguel circle back one last time to talk about the conclusion to the worldwide phenomenon: Squid Game Season 3, starring Lee Jung-Jae, Lee Byung-hun, Park Sung-hoon, Yim Siwan, Kang Ha-neul, and so many more!Jess and Miguel talk through the hotly debated season 3 of the Netflix thriller, including our general thoughts, Emmy considerations (and snubs), and deep dives on each character, death, game, and so much more! Did we like the ending? Were the VIPs and their horrific dub the worst part of this whole show? Did we agree with who won the Squid Game? Listen to find out!Intro Music Credit: “Golden Coconut Club” by Tearliner, from the Cheese in the Trap OST. Used with permission from the artist.Rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, follow us on all the socials, and be sure to let us know what you want to see in Season 7!
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 ! Check out Seth's book Dalrak the Mighty (Global Comix)! In this episode talk about whatever comes to mind as of of July 23rd, 2025 SPOILERS for Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix) Twisted Metal (Peacock) Sandman Season 2 Pt. 1 (Netflix) Kpop Demon Hunters (Netflix) Pokerface (Peacock) Ironheart (Disney+) Samurai Troopers aka Ronin Warriors (Tubi) Always Sunny in Philadelphia (Hulu) Predator: Killer of Killers (Hulu) WWE: Evolution (Peacock) LUNAR Remastered Collection (Video Game) Saga of Tanya the Evil (Crunchyroll) Microstream RPG (Steam) Star War Unlimited Card Game Something is Killing the Children Kamikaze: Vol. 4 on Kickstarter [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
Welcome to The Cluttered Desk! In this episode, Betsy Cooper joins Andrew and Colin to discuss the new Jurassic Park movie, Jurassic World Rebirth. Enjoy! *** Coda: Sierra Nevada Summerfest (Andrew), Tennessee Hills Blackberry Sage Craft Cocktail (Betsy), and Tangerine LaCroix (Colin) *** Andrew's recommendation: Deprivation (2019) Colin's recommendation: Clever Girl by Hannah McGregor and Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle Betsy's recommendation: Squid Game Season 3 *** Please contact us at any of these locations: Website: www.thecdpodcast.com Email: thecluttereddeskpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @TheCDPodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thecdpodcast Andrew is on Twitter @AndrewPatrickH1 (Twitter non grata) Colin is on Twitter @ColinAshleyCox *** We want to thank Test Dream for supplying The Cluttered Desk's theme music. You can find Test Dream at any of these locations: Website: testdream.bandcamp.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/testdream Twitter: @testdream *** Our entire catalogue is available through iTunes and Spotify.
Rich Keefe & Ryan Davey review Season 3 of Squid Game. Did it stick the landing or ruin the series? What were the best and worst parts? They also give a full breakdown of each game and how to win each one. Twitter, Instagram & YouTube: @DORKpodcast To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this week's episode David, John and Kyle react to the 2025 Emmy nominations! After breaking down some overall stats (2:20), we discuss all the surprises and snubs from the drama series (12:05), limited series (27:25) and comedy series (31:20) categories. After that we discuss the surprising cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (43:15). Finally, we review the full seasons of both The Bear season 4 (52:10) and Squid Game season 3 (1:05:55)! This episode was originally streamed live on July 19th on both YouTube and Twitch. Want more Dual Redundancy? Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts!
We've decided to drop a little preview of what we do every week on our Patreon podcast. From weird stories from our lives to movie reviews, TV recaps and other recommendations, every single week we release a full episode of a Bonus podcast for Patrons at patreon.com/filthycasualspod. Here we've compiled our discussions on Squid Game across two weeks. Hope you enjoy! NOTE: this will contain spoilers for all of Squid Game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pop in with us this week as we welcome back friend of the pod, Chris Williams, to talk about the Squid Game finale, as well as the show's most memorable moments and what children's games we would want to see in the US version! Plus, we're discussing Emmy nomination predictions, Alex Cooper being booed at the Cubs game for her rendition of “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” and this year's Wimbledon fashion. Squid Game finale (1:00) Question of the week (57:59) Alex Cooper booed (1:11:54) Emmy nomination predictions (1:20:01) Wimbledon (1:38:23) Follow us on Instagram at @poppininpodcast!
Share Your Thoughts & Send Us A Text! Welcome back to the K3 KDrama Coffee Break with Jenn and Marisa! This episode is the edited version of our LIVE chat this past Sunday - all about the exciting conclusion of Squid Game, the international Netflix juggernaut. We dive into an unfiltered discussion, sharing our live reactions with the kdrama crew on YouTube. Discussing and crying over various character arcs, biggest quibbles of course and breaking down that jaw-dropping finale. From unexpected character deaths to the controversy over the VIP cameos, nothing is off-limits. We also had fun with some hilarious memes, behind-the-scenes gossip, and fan reactions. Whether you loved it or had some quibbles, join the fun as we celebrate the global phenomenon that is Squid Game. Spoilers ahead!00:00 Introduction 01:44 Viewer Poll and Initial Thoughts03:27 Character Endings and Quibbles06:05 Debating the Finale and VIPs29:07 The Baby's Role and Ending30:59 Alternative Endings and Their Implications35:47 Character Analysis 42:41 Impact of Squid Game on Actors and Industry46:16 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsWATCH THE FULL LIVE CHAT HERESupport the show
Craig Elsten and Chris Reed are back with one of the longer episodes in show history, because they've got a LOT to say about Squid Game Season 3! SHOW NOTESWelcome/housekeeping/email/5-star reviewsSQUID GAME 3Why is Squid Game the most popular IP in Netflix history? (8:30)From original to franchise to game/video game, Squid Game loses its meaning as a thing of horrorWhat did we like about Squid Game 2/3?Was the final season (split in two) too long of a slog? (29:00)Specific show critiques of Season 3 (42:00)Setting up a US spin-off of Squid Game, do we need this? (56:30)DUSTER CANCELED AFTER ONE SEASON (1:07:30)Finale thoughtsCanceled by HBO Max…(it might have been for the best)WHAT WE'RE WATCHINGA recommendation of Netflix's Argentinian sci-fi show The Eternaut (1:19:00)
Join Lauren Pratt and Producer Bobby Goodsby as they discuss Season 3 of Netflix's Hit Show Squid Game! Hangout as we give our Pinions on the Final Season! #squidgame #squidgameseason3 #netflix #realityaftershow #realitytv #jonnyfairplayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reality-after-show--5448874/support.
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In this episode of the Decoding TV podcast, David and Patrick discuss what's going on in the world of TV, then dive into the final season of Squid Game.How is Squid Game Season 3 performing on Netflix? What did we make of the fact that Neil Druckmann has left The Last of Us? What's going on with the creators of South Park and Paramount/Skydance? And are we excited about another season of The Bear? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:The Bear Season 4 (Hulu)Shownotes:13:00 - TV News‘Squid Game 3' Sets Netflix Record With Massive 60.1 Million Views in Three Days‘Last of Us' Shocker: Neil Druckmann Exits HBO Series Ahead of Season 3‘South Park' Creators Slam Paramount-Skydance Merger as a ‘S— Show' and Say ‘It's F—ing Up' New Episodes: ‘We Hope Fans Get to See Them Somehow'Renewals:Order Up: ‘The Bear' Renewed for Season 5 by FXSlow Horses already renewed for season 741:45 - Squid Game Season 3Links:Listen to Patrick's videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick's newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to David's free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we review the third season of the hit Netflix original series starring Lee Jung-jae, titled Squid Game. We discuss whether this series should be coming to an end soon, and we debate what the best game presented in this season was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The third and final season of South Korean dystopian survival thriller television series Squid Game, marketed as Squid Game 3 and created for television by South Korean writer and television producer Hwang Dong-hyuk, was released on Netflix on June 27, 2025.The season stars Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-joon, Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-shim, Jo Yu-ri, Lee David, and Roh Jae-won. In the season, Seong Gi-hun and the players fight for survival in ever-deadlier games. In-ho welcomes the VIPs while his brother Jun-ho continues the search for the island, unaware of a traitor in their midst.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
To celebrate the fifth anniversary of I'M SO POPULAR, Russian genius Sascha Amato joins to revisit the most important anime of all time: NEON GENESIS EVANGELION + its manga adaptation. For the HQ version of this episode and a riveting episode of the other world bonus program SIRENS where we review Squid Game Season 3, join us on patreon: patreon.com/imsopopular (ISP S5.E33)
La serie de los juegos letales que cautivo al mundo llega a su fin. La tercera temporada de squid game lleva la competencia a si fin con giros inesperados y mas que dinero en riesgo. Valio la pena esperar?
Hold onto your robo-vaginas. This week N4ndo DJ and D1gg1ns d4nc3 their way down a h4llw4y to watch the m0v1e that r3mind3d us that AI is b4d but also g00d, M3GAN 2.0. They nitpick the bots, the songs, and of course the billionaires. Recommended DJ - Ultimatum: Queer Love Season 2 (series) Diggins - All That Money Can Buy (movie) Nando - Game Changer - Rulette (episode), Squid Game Season 3 (series) Plugs Mostly Nitpicking on Bluesky The Nando v Movies Discord Roses and Rejections Diggins' Substack - A Little Perspective All of Nando's Links Mostly Nitpicking theme by Nick Porcaro Logo by Michelle Chapman
The Next Best Series Podcast is back to discuss the latest television shows, including "Poker Face" and the season finales of "The Bear" Season 4 & "Squid Game" Season 3. We also reveal our final Emmy Nomination Predictions ahead of the nominations announcement next week on July 15th. Please tune in as Megan Lachinski, Nadia Dalimonte, and Alyssa Christian join me to discuss these topics, shows, and more on this week's episode! We'll return after the nominations with another new episode to go over our reactions to the nominees. Thank you for your continued support. We hope you enjoy this free full-length episode. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode... - We take a trip down Nostalgia road - P tells an incredibly embarrassing story - And then we go over some new stuff we watched Please click that STAR button if you enjoy us in the slightest, thanks! Squid Game Season 3 Review - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fiends-watch/id1459470576?i=1000715591251
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Kick it with me as I talk about doing being a cat, a callback, Squid Game Season 3, Arnold, and auditioning at a comedy club. If you want to ask me a question to be answered on a future episode send them to JamesCamachoComedy@gmail.com or comment it.
Zack let everyone know that Erick has a job. What's a better 4th of July movie—Mars Attacks or Independence Day? Zack wants to go with the funnier one. Erick talks about his trip to his hometown to spend time with friends. Zack went on a date with an ex-girlfriend, and Erick told him he's a better person now. Erick played a song that was completely created by AI, and Zack loved it. Squid Game Season 3 has ended, and now everyone is talking about the new spin-off taking place in the USA. All of that and so much more on the show today. Links: The Podcast IG Erick Feiling Website Erick Feiling IG Zack Stack IG Comedian Erick Feiling
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Reviews of Jurassic World: Rebirth, Heads of State, This Is Spinal Tap, Taste the Revolution and Squid Game Season 3. Plus an interview with Zoetrope Archivist James Mockoski about the 4K rerelease of Hearts of Darkness. Hilarity ensues!
In this bonus episode, Dan Gvozden joins the podcast to review and discuss the final three episodes of Ironheart on Disney+:Episode 4 - Bad MagicEpisode 5 - Karma's a GlitchEpisode 6 - The Past is the PastHow did the show handle the arc of Riri Williams? What did we make of that big cameo at the end? And what do we think is coming next for the MCU? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more!Homework for next week:Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix)Links:Check out Dan's podcast, Amazing Spider-TalkSubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to David's free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week we take a trip to South Korea to discuss the conclusion to one of the most watched show's in Netflix's history, Squid Game... PLOT: Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. A tempting prize awaits, but with deadly high stakes. Don't forget to bump up against that 5 star rating if you have the time, it really helps us out! Thanks for listening as always!
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Today, Mike and Chappell discuss the Squid Game series finale.
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Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 5.
"Hey Casual Anime Fanatics! Send us a text and let us know what you would like us to talk about next!In this episode of THAT ANIME PODCAST, The Casual Anime Fanatics discuss Season 3 of the Korean Netflix Phenomenon, Squid Game. Welcome to the official podcast for Casual Anime Fanatics! We deliver fresh, entertaining episodes every week, exploring everything from classic favorites to hidden gems in the anime universe. Whether you're a long-time fan or just starting your anime adventure, THAT ANIME PODCAST is your go-to source for casual and insightful anime discussions.Enjoying the show? We'd love your support! If you like what you hear, consider leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify. Your reviews help us reach even more anime enthusiasts just like you!Episode Synopsisjoin us this episode as we discuss all the Squid Game Season 3 Highlights! Stay connected with us:Instagram: @thatanimepodcastDiscord: Join our communityTune in, laugh with us, and let's celebrate all things anime together!
On this episode of the Best of Bias Podcast Lydell Dinero discusses sports and pop culture topics from the past couple weeks. Tune in as he talks: NBA Draft, NFL Signings, WNBA, Love Island USA Season 7 updates, Squid Game Season 3, Ironheart EP. 1-3 , and a Lydell Style review of the new fast pace Film "F1: The Movie". Don't miss an all new episode of the Best of Bias Podcast.
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Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 3.
Rob Has a Podcast | Survivor / Big Brother / Amazing Race - RHAP
Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 3.
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Today, Mike and Chappell discuss Squid Game Season 3 Episode 2.
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz head to NYC to talk all things SQUID GAME Season 3 with Lee Jung-jae (Player 456), Lee Byung-hun (The Front Man), Park Sung-hoon (Player 120), Kang Ae-sim (Player 149), Jo Yu-ri (Player 222), Yim Si-wan (Player 333) and Series Creator, Writer, and Director Hwang Dong-hyuk (SPOILERS INCLUDED). Squid Game Season 3 picks up in the aftermath of Season 2's bloody cliffhanger. Although Gi-hun is at his lowest point yet, the Squid Game stops for no one. Squid Game returns on Netflix for its third and final season June 27, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Today, Mike and Chappell discuss the Season 3 premiere of Squid Game.
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The Fangirls are off this week, but decided to share our Patreon review of Squid Game season 2 in anticipation for season 3. Come enjoy our insights on this international hit, and anticipate our review of season 3 next month.You can also find us on X, BlueSky, and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As a huge fan of the original Squid Game, cinematographer Kim Ji-yong jumped at the opportunity to shape the visual language for the show's second and third seasons. Ji-yong has masterfully evolved the show's aesthetic, continuing to play with jarring camera perspectives. He uses disorienting low angles looking up and god-like high angles looking down to immerse the viewer in the drama. For him, color and light are the key to unlocking the show's central theme: the tension between childlike innocence and deadly menace. Squid Game Season 2 follows the first season's winner, Seong Gi-hun, as he seeks revenge and tries to uncover the mystery behind the games. In the first episode, Gi-hun and his friends chase a recruiter through a subway and a park, a pursuit that ends in a tense game of Russian roulette. For this pivotal scene, Ji-yong wanted a look that was both realistic and expressionistic. He bathed the game in the glow of a red neon light from a nearby window, establishing a color motif that would echo throughout the season. This powerful visual cue returns in other key episodes, most notably in a harrowing new voting scene where the players must once again decide their own fate. “When our main actor is facing a moment of choice, a moment of making a decision, I wanted to bring that red and blue light every time they faced that situation, just like earlier in the Russian roulette game,” Ji-yong explains. The sheer scale of the sets presented unique lighting challenges, particularly the massive, white-walled dorm room filled with hundreds of extras. "I tried to cut off the spill to the white walls as much as I could," Ji-yong says. "We also had stacks of beds so I could use some shadowy areas, so we had a little variety on the set." All the room's illumination came from a lighting grid above, making it feel as oppressive and controlled as the games themselves, which also served the actors. "I want them to feel as if they're actually playing this game," he notes. To capture the chaos, Ji-yong relied on an intimate two-camera setup. One camera stayed close, capturing the raw emotion on the characters' faces, while the other—often handheld—followed the action from the perspective of a frantic player. Though each episode was meticulously storyboarded and shot over 12 to 15 days, he finalized camera positions after blocking each scene, trusting his intuition to find the most impactful angles. Ji-yong embraced the vibrant, candy-colored sets, finding creative energy in the contrast between their playful hues and the brutal violence of the games. He worked closely with the production designer, running camera tests to find the perfect shade of pink that would pop on screen. While not typically a fan of modern LED RGB lights, he found them essential for this project. The results are unforgettable, especially in the strobing, kaleidoscopic lighting of the "Mingle Game" featuring a carousel. "I have never used this much color in my career,” he laughs. The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Blue Sky: @thecinepod.bsky.social
Hi everyone! Thank you so much for watching! Today we talk about the early reaction to Fantastic Four: First Steps and the reviews after people saw the test screening of the movie! We also discuss new set rumors about Avengers Doomsday and some theories surrounding Stranger Things 5 and also Squid Game Season 3! Thank you all! We love you so much!
Rich Keefe & Ryan Davey preview all the important TV shows coming out this summer including The Bear Season 4, Ironheart, Squid Game Season 3, Wednesday, The Sandman Season 2 and more! Plus they review Season 1 of Tires prior to this week's Season 2 premiere. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank and Squeaks sit down with middle school teacher Mark Daumier, who's using comic books to revolutionize how kids engage with reading. Mark shares how he turned his love of comics into a classroom staple, building a library of over 14,000 comics and using them to teach visual literacy, historical events, and critical thinking. Plus, the Geek Freaks crew breaks down everything from the new King of the Hill revival and Vision series casting to the cancellation of EA's Black Panther game and the Switch 2 release. If you're a fan of comics, games, or how pop culture shapes education, this one's for you. Timestamps and Topics: 00:00:00 Introduction and Patreon shoutouts 00:00:45 Guest Preview: Mark Daumier's comic-based classroom 00:02:09 Comfort Games: Mass Effect, Space Marine, and Animal Crossing 00:04:01 King of the Hill revival and modern updates to the cast 00:08:24 Marvel Vision Series: Jocasta's debut and Ultron's return 00:12:12 EA cancels Black Panther game, industry layoffs discussed 00:20:34 Pokemon Legends Z-A and Switch 2 impressions 00:26:35 Full breakdown of the Switch 2's hardware, internet issues, and accessory talk 00:31:09 Upcoming Switch 2 games and gimmicky features 00:33:00 Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk on Switch 00:33:16 Interview: Mark Daumier on comic books in the classroom 00:35:50 Comic book reading comprehension and visual learning 00:38:01 Mark's early comic fandom and Spider-Man subscription 00:43:44 Teaching narrative structures and novel writing with comics 00:47:12 Star Wars and pop culture in student assignments 00:50:03 Comic fandoms, MCU popularity, and Thunderbolts in class 00:59:19 Advice for teachers: meeting students where they are 01:01:10 Watchlist: Ironheart, The Bear, Squid Game Season 3 01:02:33 Movie Talk: Ballerina, How to Train Your Dragon, 28 Years Later 01:04:22 Pixar's Leo and the debate around Disney originals 01:06:13 F1 with Brad Pitt and Megan 2.0 reactions 01:07:42 Recommendations of the Week: Warhammer Darktide and Marvel's Darth Vader (2020) Key Takeaways: Comics help bridge the gap for students who struggle with traditional reading. Mark Daumier uses over 14,000 comics in his curriculum, including creative assignments like comic-style reports. Comics like Watchmen and Dark Knight Returns are powerful but carefully used depending on student maturity. Star Wars, Captain America, and Spider-Man continue to resonate with students. The Vision series and Jocasta casting hint at deeper Marvel storytelling on the horizon. EA's canceled Black Panther game reflects broader industry issues. The Switch 2 launches with improvements but raises concerns about internet requirements. Original stories from Disney and Pixar are in demand more than retellings. Memorable Quotes: “If you read 20–25 comic books, that's the same as reading a novel.” — Mark Daumier “Comics help kids visualize what they're reading. That unlocks everything else.” — Mark Daumier “I was like, can I teach in your class now?” — Frank Lourence “Nintendo throws stuff at the wall to see what sticks. Sometimes they reinvent the industry.” — Squeaks Call to Action: Love what you heard? Subscribe to Geek Freaks on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review. Share this episode with the hashtag #GeekFreaksPod to join the conversation. Links and Resources: Visit https://GeekFreaksPodcast.com for all the latest news, episode archives, and updates from the Geek Freaks Network. Follow Us: Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast Threads: @geekfreakspodcast Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast Twitter: @geekfreakspod Patreon: Geek Freaks on Patreon Listener Questions: Got a favorite comic you think would be perfect for a classroom? Want to share what game helps you unwind after a long day? Send us your thoughts on social or through our website, and we might feature them in a future episode. Apple Podcast Tags: comics in education, comic book teaching, King of the Hill revival, MCU Vision series, Jocasta, Marvel casting news, Nintendo Switch 2, Pokémon Legends Z-A, EA game cancellations, Star Wars comics, Darth Vader, Warhammer 40K, geek culture podcast, classroom learning, pop culture in schools
Rich Keefe & Ryan Davey discuss all the big announcements and trailers from Netflix Tudum including Squid Game Season 3, Frankenstein, Stranger Things Season 5 and more! Twitter, Instagram & YouTube: @DORKpodcast To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on the show, the crew breaks down the latest MCU X-Men directing rumors and franchise updates! They react to new trailers for Squid Game Season 3, The Old Guard 2, Peacemaker Season 2, and the leaked Kung Fury 2 sizzle reel. Plus, updates on Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and much more. Then it's... The post JAN 588: Mission: Impossible 2 (2000) Review – MCU X-Men Updates (05/14/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.