On today's episode, Brian and Mandy review the latest geek headlines, discussing 'Next Goal Wins', a heartwarming Taika Waititi film. Mandy reviews the film in depth, while Brian muses over recent comments from Waititi about exiting directing. They analyze Disney's projected box office underperformance and discuss how movies and television shows are now perceived to be sending messages through their entertainment. The pair then grapple with the problematic nature of AI, as shown in recent controversies involving Sports Illustrated's use of AI-written articles. The hosts round off the episode with an excited discussion about the return of Doctor Who, sharing their love for the recent Star Beast special and speculating about upcoming episodes.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 Movie Review: Next Goal Wins
01:53 Discussion on Taika Waititi's Career
03:10 Disney's Current Situation and Future Predictions
11:12 The Continuing Impact of AI in Media
12:52 Doctor Who Returns: Initial Reactions
15:21 Deep Dive into Doctor Who's New Episode
26:14 Predictions and Expectations for Upcoming Doctor Who Episodes
29:08 Conclusion and Farewell
