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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics205. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 w/The Lovely DanJosh and Alex are joined by the Lovely Dan from Casting Views and Gaming Views to discuss the sleeper hit game; Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
*SPOILERS AHEAD*
Intro (0:00)
Alex, meet The Lovely Dan. The Lovely Dan, meet Alex (2:27)
No On 15! Allcast promo (7:15)
Alex's mistake in the Blockbuster Fantasy Draft resurfaces (8:28)
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 talk begins (9:40)
How did Alex learn about the game? (12:02)
Expedition 33 has very French storytelling (13:41)
How did The Lovely Dan learn about the game? (14:59)
Expedition 33's realism in their animation (16:22)
Back to the misery and balance of action and humor within the game (18:43)
What difficulty...2025-06-251h 34
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics204. Predator: Killer of KillersJosh & Alex review the latest entry in the Predator franchise; the animated feature Predator: Killer of Killers
Intro (0:00)
Father's Day for Josh (0:54)
Sports: Steelers, Banana ball, playoff hockey (1:34)
How to Train Your Dragon (8:34)
The Movie Wire podcast promo (11:21)
Our 2025 Box Office predictions are terrible, allegedly (11:37)
Predator: Killer of Killers review (16:30)
The Shield: VIKINGS! (18:20)
The Shield: Samurai! (26:50)
Predator concept of honor is... off (32:14)
The Bullet: WW2 Dogfights! (38:02)
The finale: (41:58)
A lot of allegedly (50:50)
Terrible impressions (55:40)
SMAC-ratings (1:01:01)
Wrap up (1:05:44)
Please remember to check out the Movie Wire podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2025-06-181h 08
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics203. Ballerina w/ Justin HensonAlex & Justin from The Movie Wire discuss From The World of John Wick: Ballerina
(0:01) Intro
(3:05) Ballerina first impressions
(7:43) Gaming Views promo
(8:22) Non-spoiler review
(20:09) SMAC rating
(23:18) Spoiler discussion w/ things only Alex observes
(48:16) Wrap up
Don't forget to support Dan & Dan at Gaming Views!
Join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2025-06-1151 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics201. Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning & Lilo & StitchJosh pulled a Stitchion Impossible and did a double feature of Lilo & Stitch, as well as Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (Alex only saw the later.)
Intro (0:00)
Lilo & Stitch (6:15)
Cultworthy promo (24:58)
Alex is mad and then we go down a bad Smurfs rabbit hole (25:40)
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (32:54)
Goodbyes and social media plugs (1:04:56)
Please remember to check out the Cultworthy podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2025-05-281h 07
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics200! Talking SMACdowns vol. 6We celebrate 200 episodes of Talking SMAC with a special live recording at our favorite hometown nerd shop: Cataclysm Games and Collectibles!
Intro (0:00)
Let's meet Doug from Cataclysm Games & Collectibles! (1:32)
Hemanstarfox joins the group! (5:14)
Kicking things off with an AMA question (6:20)
Rocket Racoon vs Legolas (7:01)
Marvel Rivals tangent about Jeff the Landshark (8:29)
Back to Rocket Racoon vs Legolas (10:50)
Lara Croft vs Aloy - One Bow, One Shot battle (15:20)
AMA: Joey Fitz question (19:06)
Goku vs Omni Man (23:49)*
Homer Simpson vs Fred Flintston vs Peter Griffin (27:00)
Dennis Nedry (Jurassic Park) vs Boris Grishenko (GoldenEye) - Hacker off (28:18)
Engineer-Xeno Hybrid from Alien...2025-05-211h 18
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics199. Talking Pitch MeetingsJosh and Alex bring dream pitches for projects they'd love to bring to life if they had the means
Intro (0:00)
Casting Views Promo (7:13)
*Pitch Meeting disclaimer (8:05)
Josh forgot a big nitpick from last week’s review (10:25)
Alex pitches a ‘House of Leaves’ adaptation (11:37)
Josh has questions about Alex's pitch (24:58)
Casting options? (27:50)
Josh pitches his 'Inheritance Cycle' adaptation (32:36)
Who would Josh want to animate his series? (42:39)
Josh pitches his showrunner if it's not him (46:16)
Josh lays out his dream casting (46:58)
Social media plugs and good byes (1:07:16)
Please remember to check out the Casting Views podcast, join our Discord and che...2025-05-141h 09
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics197. What'cha Doin'? XJosh and Alex talk about the stuff they're doing away from the pod!
Intro (0:00)
WrestleMania 41 thoughts (4:17)
Alex Hates Movie Runtimes (11:35)
Super Familiar with the Wilsons Promo (26:01)
What'cha doin? (26:29)
Until Dawn movie (27:25)
Inheritance Cycle (37:01)
Path of Exile 2 (43:47)
Frieren: Beyond Journeys End (50:22)
Ghosts season 4 (58:05)
Goodbyes (1:10:34)
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2025-04-301h 12
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics196. Quick Hits ReviewsJosh & Alex have had a lot of stuff they wanted to cover for the pod, so we're gonna blitz review five of them!
Intro (0:22)
Sugar Coated Murder Promo (4:10)
Accents and good dialects in movies (4:33)
Sinners (8:14)
I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out On Time (19:46)
Solo Leveling (25:31)
The Pitt (33:18)
Has Alex watched Wicked yet?! (44:34)
Daredevil: Born Again (45:13)
Tangent: Superman Behind-the-Scenes (46:25)
Back to Daredevil: Born Again (52:12)
Star Wars Celebration 2025 Discussion (1:04:25)
Good byes and social plugs (1:10:08)
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated Murder podcast, and don't forget to join our Dis...2025-04-231h 13
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics192. Comedy Legasequels Don't WorkWith the release of the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer, Josh and Alex look into some notable comedy legasequels that failed to capture the spirit and humor of their predecessors.
Intro (0:00)
March Madness tidings be upon thee (0:31)
Episode 200 live recording confirmed at Cataclysm Games & Collectibles! (5:56)
Josh is on the 'Goon' episode of I Have Some Notes! (7:12)
Casting Views promo (7:51)
Support our friend, Cat Stark, and buy her books! (9:25)
Happy Gilmore 2 feelings and forecast (10:28)
Dumb & Dumber To (18:50)
Coming 2 America (21:16)
Zoolander 2 (26:02)
American Reunion (32:25)
Anchorman 2 (33:58)
Meet the Parents/Josh doesn't like Ben Stiller (35:58)
Talking SMAC's get-rich-quick scheme! (40:53)
Spaceballs 2 is coming (42:28)
Josh's rivalry with C...2025-03-261h 07
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics190. Mickey 17Josh & Alex are back again to discuss the newest Bong Joon Ho allegory for class warfare; Mickey 17, starring Robert Pattinson!
Intro/stories about Daylight Savings Time (0:00)
Exciting news for the upcoming 200th episode! (5:48)
Josh saw his buddy CJ & wrestling talk (8:56)
Check out Josh on the Game Club Pod twitch channel playing Split Fiction (17:18)
2 Blokes from Blighty promo (20:46)
Mickey 17 non-spoiler review (21:38)
Is Mickey 17 a must-see or a pass? (33:46)
Spoiler review (40:34)
Talking SMAC's new clickbait endeavor (55:07)
Social media plugs and goodbyes! (1:01:35)
Please remember to check out the 2 Blokes from Blighty podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch s...2025-03-121h 04
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics189. 2025 Blockbuster Movie Fantasy DraftJosh, Alex & Justin draft their top blockbuster prospects for 2025 in the hopes of winning the first-ever Talking SMAC Blockbuster Fantasy Draft
Intro(0:00)
The 007 franchise sale (2:30)
Sugar Coated Murder promo (22:08)
THE BLOCKBUSTER FANTASY DRAFT Rules (23:10)
Round 1 (26:10)
Round 2 (33:18)
Round 3 (42:21)
Round 4 (54:42)
Draft Recap (1:03:21)
Social Plugs and Goodbyes (1:04:43)
Did you catch all of Alex's James Bond references?
"No Time to Die" (0:00:42)
"Goldeneye" (26:18)
"A View to a Kill" (39:51)
"Skyfall" (44:00)
"For (Josh's) Eyes Only" (59:33)
"You Only Live Twice" (1:01:10)
"Thunderball" (1:03:16)
"Quantum of Solace" (1:05:08)
"Goldfinger" (1:05:29)
"Live and Let Die" (1:06:35)
"The Spy Who Loved Me" (1:07:06)
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated Murder p...2025-03-051h 07
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics188. Kelli Fitzpatrick Interview - Captain Marvel: Carol Danvers DecalssifiedJosh & Alex had the privilege to speak with writer, Kelli Fitzpatrick about her new book Captain Marvel: Carol Danvers Declassified, as well as Kelli's love of Star Trek and Tabletop RPGs and more!
Intro (0:00)
Kelli Fitzpatrick, what'cha doin'? (0:57)
How did Kelli come to write this book? (3:35)
Keeping the book on point with Carol's adventures and not skewing into fan fiction (5:52)
The framing device of the book; Ripley Ryan aka Star (8:36)
Did Kelli get to go to the Marvel archives? (10:00)
What was Kelli's process in keeping the continuity straight? (11:37)
Capturing the voices of our interview subjects (14:52)
Alex gets Carol D...2025-02-261h 01
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics185. Star Trek: Section 31 ReviewJosh, Alex & Matt join up with Section 31 to take on the unenviable task of making sense of the Michelle Yeoh vehicle (star craft?) set in the Star Trek universe.
Intro (0:00)
Game Club Pod promo (4:33)
Why did we decide to review this movie? (It's Matt's fault) (5:38)
Philippa Georgiou's Star Trek backstory shenanigans (7:35)
Alex's feelings on Section 31 in the Star Trek universe (11:59)
Let's talk the "movie" (18:18)
Are we supposed to like Philippa Georgiou? (23:35)
Josh doesn't know what Augments in Star Trek are (31:18)
But Josh does know about Deltans! (36:27)
Rachel Garrett's Star Trek heritage (40:56)
The twist (spoilers!) (47:57)
The guy who can c...2025-02-051h 17
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics184. What'cha Doin'? IXJosh, Alex & Matt do their favorite thing; talk about all the fun nerd things they're doing away from the pod!
Intro! (0:00)
Super Familiar w/the Wilsons promo (4:53)
Josh can math (5:21)
Josh speedruns his first batch of What'cha Doin's (6:31)
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir season 6 (7:23)
Indiana Jones & the Great Circle (8:13)
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (8:38)
My Dress-Up Darling (13:28)
Metaphor: ReFantazio (17:54)
Alex loves (bad) competitive game shows! (24:21)
Star Trek: Lower Decks season 5 (35:53)
Severance season 2 (46:22)
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (56:30)
What'cha Gonna Do? Nintendo Switch 2 announcement (1:11:47)
Social media plugs and goodbyes! (1:17:23)
Please remember to check out the...2025-01-291h 20
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics182 - Sony’s New Video Game Movie ProjectsJosh and Alex discuss Sony's announcements for the Ghost of Tsushima anime, Helldivers and Horizon: Zero Dawn movies, along with trying to figure out how Sony will not understand the assignment, and pitching their own version of what Sony will produce as a final product, along with some casting and directing choices.
Josh flubs introducing Alex (0:00)
When the regional accent comes out in local commercials (1:44)
How is Josh still healthy and alive?! (8:59)
Josh and Alex share some jokes (11:33)
Josh's favorite joke (12:36)
Sony's new video game movie announcements (14:34)
Ghost of Tsushima anime (17:24)
Helldivers movie (26:26)
Horizon: Zero Dawn movie (41:23)
Social m...2025-01-151h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics180. 2025 SMACademy Awards (Best of 2024)Josh and Alex discuss their favorite and most disappointing movies, TV shows, games and performances of 2024 in our annual SMACademy Awards episode!
Happy New Year! (0:00)
Sugar Coated Murder Promo (3:02)
Best Movie (4:31)
Best Animated Feature (10:25)
Best TV/Streaming Show (15:22)
Best Video Game (19:40)
Favorite Comic (26:08)
Favorite Live-Action Movie Character (29:32)
Favorite Video Game Character (34:34)
Favorite Live-Action TV Character (35:36)
That was this year?! (40:38)
Biggest Disappointment (43:14)
Favorite episode of Talking SMAC (48:08)
Listener Comments (53:51)
Social media plugs (
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated Murder podcast, and let us know your favorite things from 2024 by joining our Discord and check out our m...2025-01-0158 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics176. Moana 2Josh took the family to see Disney’s Moana 2, Alex—who hasn’t seen the movie—asks Josh's thoughts on the animation, story, and music.
The ravages of time (1:10)
2 Blokes from Blighty promo (3:49)
The brilliance of Joey & Tim (4:40)
What is time?! (5:31)
Josh's tangents within tangents being! (6:45)
Was the theatrical release the right call? (8:19)
How was the animation? (9:14)
Is Moana 2 a must-see or pass? (11:11)
Spoiler talk: Alex asks the big questions (11:42)
What role do the Kakamora play? (13:03)
What's the plot of Moana 2? (14:03)
Where's Tamatoa?! (16:22)
Where does the movie's story seams break? (16:46)
Are there any good songs in Moana 2? (20:00)
The Rock doe...2024-12-2935 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics179. Superman & 28 Years Later trailersJosh, Alex and Matt discuss all the mysteries of the two biggest trailers of December. Are they hyped for a James Gunn Superman film? Do they like fast zombies? And what does Gremlins 2 have to do with this? Why does Alex bring up Planes, Trains & Automobiles?
Sonic 3 vs Mufasa (1:20)
Matt longs for a good parasocial relationship in his life (join the discord) (2:02)
The Movie Wire Show podcast promo (6:59)
Ah Christmas. Such as The Star Wars Holiday Special (7:15)
28 Years Later trailer + props to Boots by Kudyard Kipling as performer by Taylor Holmes (11:26)
Superman 2025 trailer + what does Superman mea...2024-12-251h 07
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics178. Kraven the Hunter & Sony-verse EulogyJosh and Alex breakdown their thoughts on Kraven the Hunter, and what was Sony thinking about a Spider-man free movie universe with Venom, Carnage, Morbin' time, Madame Web as their only hope.
(0:22) Alex's Kraven cameo revealed
(2:51) No on 15 promo
(4:17) Kraven: what were they thinking + 28 Years Later trailer
(8:22) What does Avi Arad actually do
(20:20) Has Sony made a good film in the last five years? a breakdown of no, no they have not
(28:03) Apple + is great
(31:35) Morbius and the 90s Spider-Man the Animated Series
(43:25) Not understanding Spider-man's journey or motto
(51:16) Smac-Rating on Kraven the Hunter
(52:25) The unmade Sony Spider-verse...2024-12-181h 04
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics177.3. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five ArmiesJosh and Alex's journey concludes. The Battle of the Five Armies closes out the Hobbit Trilogy and we will never have to talk about this again, right? Why did we do this to ourselves?
(1:38) War of the Rohirrim & animation styles
(4:57) Gandalf was in the Desolation of Smaug, oh right.
(7:22) I Hate It, Let's Watch it promo
(8:12) Smaug smaugs the city and the good parts
(9:50) Tonal whiplash, war flicks, and too much horror in The Hobbit
(12:50) Josh hates the word 'Da'
(18:05) Drunk Galadriel
(27:11) Thorin Oakenshield: Face-heel-face-heel-heel-face turn
(34:00) The Hobbit is more hardcore than Lord of the Rings
(41:04) Thranduil is a...2024-12-131h 08
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics177.2. The Hobbit: The Desolation of SmaugJosh and Alex are continuing their journey to "celebrate" the 10-year anniversary of the conclusion of the Hobbit Trilogy with The Desolation of Smaug.
(0:01) Spiders!
(3:32) Cultworthy promo
(3:52) 2013: Our lives when Smaug came
(7:42) A deep dive into Smaug's smaugness
(13:45) Broody Legolas
(26:16) Pandering and callbacks
(30:44) Are Orlando Bloom and Luke Evans the same person
(39:15) Downer endings
(41:51) Smac-rating and wrap up
Please remember to check out the I Hate It. Let's Watch It. podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2024-12-1145 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics175. Gladiator II + Wicked w/Justin HensonJosh, Alex and Justin (FROM THE MOVIE WIRE PODCAST) discuss the legacy of Gladiator, the issues with Gladiator 2, our love of Denzel Washington, and fawn all over Wicked, while also discussing our love of theater in general
(0:21) intro & theater experiences
(6:32) Super Familiar with the Wilson's promo
(7:02) Gladiator 2 & Padding in Peru teaser
(9:21) Gladiator 2 full spoilers
(13:02) God bless Denzel Washington
(33:00) Smac-Rating
(34:19) Wicked review! Praise and cheers for Jon M. Cho, Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande
(1:00:32) Jeff Goldblum love
(1:02:11) Act One song frontloaded plays
(1:12:13) Smac-Rating
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, join our Discord and ch...2024-11-271h 20
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics167. The Wild Robot ReviewJosh & Alex review The Wild Robot. The adaptation of the beloved children's book by Peter Brown.
We explore its stunning animation, story of a robot's journey to survive in the wild, and the emotional themes of nature, technology, and self-discovery. Is it a must-see or pass? Let's find out!
(0:01) Terrible impressions and compound words
(3:22) 2 Blokes from Blighty promo discussion
(5:39) The Wild Robot impressions and family friendliness in movies + Josh can't count to 4
(13:53) Praise for Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O'Hara, Matt Berry & the rest of the voice cast (that includes you, Mark Hamill)
(18:46) Where's The Wild R...2024-10-0249 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics164. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice ReviewJosh & Alex say Justin's name three times so he transports from The Movie Wire to discuss Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and just a bit of Johnny Dangerously
(00:19) Welcome to the show
(03:55) Josh will be on Back 2 the Balcony!
(05:58) No On 15 promo
(07:11) Non-spoilers, plot outline and feelings
(08:15) Who is Justin Theroux?
(09:54) Non-spoiler deeper impressions
(32:20) SMAC-Ratings
(36:12) Spoilers
(37:55) Josh and Alex go off the deep end while Justin try to walk them back
(47:58) In which we try to make sense of the senselessness
(49:05) Mike the Headless Chicken
(50:22) Josh tries to steer us back on track
(51:48) Musical choices and themes or the lack thereof
(1:06:13) A...2024-09-111h 18
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics162. Quick Hits w/Daniel Kotnik (Pack-A-Day & Game on Wisconsin)Josh & Alex go over some recently seen shows/movies with Daniel Kotnik of Pack-A-Day & Game on Wisconsin
Football talk with Dan (0:40)
Bears double-doink & The Ohio State Buckeyes (6:02)
I Hate It. Let's Watch It promo (8:11)
Star Wars: The Acolyte breakdown (8:51)
The sexiness of Manny Jacinto and other good things about The Acolyte (21:51)
Twister, Twisters, Glen Powell appreciation! (Sorry, Justin) (28:17)
Alex's love of bad movies: Super Icyclone, Santa Jaws, Deep Blue Sea, Sharknado (31:43)
Rebel Moon: The Director's Cut (39:14)
The Three Amigos: One of the greatest movies ever made (44:39)
The Drew Carey Show is finally streaming (49:36)
Those About to Die (Peacock exc...2024-08-281h 13
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics161. Alien Romulus w/AntonioAntonio of The Cultworthy & Back to the Balcony join Josh and Alex to review Alien: Romulus and discuss the Alien Franchise. They learn so much lore from Antonio!
Lastly, somehow Alex forgets to deep dive the Alien RPG which is fantastic.
Spaceballs references (0:01)
Game Club Pod promo (2:18)
Non-spoiler review: thoughts/impressions (3:03)
Some thoughts on Prey (17:58)
Box Office numbers (24:34)
SMAC rating (26:35)
SPOILERS from here on out (28:14)
The movie's set-up (34:25)
Kay's no good, terrible, very bad day (48:51)
Antonio's rant! (53:16)
How many endings does a movie need (1:01:15)
The rant/education continues about movie countdown clocks (1:05:06)
They do like the...2024-08-211h 19
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsBonus Episode: D23 2024Josh and Alex speed run the big announcements from D23 2024
Alex did the homework? (1:17)
Moana 2 trailer (2:48)
Monster Jam (4:24)
The Mandalorian & Grogu (6:28)
Skeleton Crew (8:38)
Frozen on Broadway coming to Disney+ in 2025 (10:37)
Hercules on Broadway (16:29)
Josh rants 'The Greatest Showman' (16:55)
Disney Parks expansions and additions (17:53)
All the sequels (25:26)
Avatar: Fire & Ash
Toy Story 5 (29:22)
Miscellaneous (31:43)
Snow White trailer (36:13)
Josh's live-action Cinderella rant (39:28)
Goodbyes (41:31)
Get in on the conversation and join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2024-08-1242 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics156. Douglas A. Burton InterviewJosh, Alex, and Bekkie talk life, movies, and tropes as they interview author Douglas A. Burton about his novel: The Heroine's Labyrinth: Archetypal Designs in Heroine-Led Fiction
The Movie Wire podcast promo (1:47)
Introductions (2:02)
Whatca doing? (2:47)
Female driven story design in culture (7:55)
Tamara Pierce & Royal Diaries (18:42)
Villains (23:37)
Our heroine personality test results (28:51)
Why would a man write a woman driven story (33:11)
Favorite and least favorite tropes (38:04)
The Blank Slate trope (41:08)
What is the biggest joy of writing (48:22)
Alex tries to contribute (51:15)
Super heroes as wish fulfillment & anime recommendations (59:31)
Star Trek emerges (1:09:21)
Inspirations as a writer (1:12:03)
John Wick and the...2024-07-171h 20
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics154. A Quiet Place: Day One ReviewJosh and Alex put on their quiet caps and review A Quiet Place: Day One.
Quinn-Quinn is the new Captain America (0:56)
Why do aliens hate water? (2:08)
Josh is on Between 2 Pods (2:50)
Game Club Pod promo (3:35)
Alex tries to get on Game Club Pod (4:08)
Non-Spoiler Feelings (4:55)
Non-Spoiler Ratings & A Quiet Place franchise rankings (11:24)
Spoilers (18:22)
Wrap up (46:48)
Please remember to check out the Game Club Pod podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2024-07-0348 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics152. Inside Out 2 ReviewJosh and Alex review the latest Pixar entry: Inside Out 2.
Does it hold up as a sequel? Does it meet the Pixar standard? Is Pixar a studio doomed to be shuttered sooner than later?
House of the Dragon came out 2 years ago!? (1:16)
Zachery Levi moment: Shazam 2 and Harold and the Purple Crayon (3:18)
Where is our short, Pixar!? (7:31)
Cultworthy Promo (10:14)
Inside Out 2 non-spoiler review (10:32)
Box Office weekend numbers (23:31)
SMAC Rating: Must See or Pass? (29:05)
Spoilers/review (30:09)
Josh's Pride & continued spoilers (37:56)
Wrap-up and a SMAC fan review after the credits (52:59)
Please remember to check out the Cultworthy p...2024-06-1956 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics151. WTF is Happening in Hollywood?!Josh and Alex are joined by Justin Henson to discuss the issues plaguing Hollywood from plummeting box office returns, bloated movie budgets and the streaming bubble bursting.
Alex pitches their new format (0:36)
It does not go well (1:34)
Super Familiar with the Wilsons (4:34)
Hollywood since 2019 (5:34)
Pandemic? (9:14)
Hollywood 2023 Strikes (11:41)
2024 Box Office (13:23)
Marketing issues? (17:02)
Justin's Fall Guy take (17:57)
Josh on streaming & Pixar releases (20:20)
Does streaming have the same impact culturally? (24:27)
The theater experience needs to change (27:04)
Sharing the theater with your kids (33:17)
Polite disagreements (38:15)
Rotten Tomatoes (40:16)
Josh was right (49:00)
Doctor Who (51:29)
It's about story (53:45)
Making theaters relevant, movie budgets, etc (58:08)
Big c...2024-06-121h 27
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics145. What'cha Doin'? VIIIJosh, Alex & Matt follow up on the Fallout episode now that Alex has finished the season, along with other things they've been enjoying away from the pod. Including; Shogun, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth and more!
Not a Sponsor, but Could Be... (1:16)
Fu*k My Whole Life Promo (5:09)
I Always Feel Like Sombody's Watchin' Me! (6:09)
Fallout series recap pt 2 *FULL SPOILERS* (7:36)
Halo series tangent (22:20)
Early-2000s and Multi-media storytelling (30:41)
Star Wars Forgotten Sequel (33:28)
Dungeons & Dragons (35:47)
Hasbro's Failings w/Power Rangers and D&D brands (37:14)
Disney's fumbling of the Star Wars video game license (39:19)
Disney's fumbling of the Muppets IP (40:26)
B...2024-05-011h 11
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics143. Fallout (Prime Original Series)Josh and Alex are joined by Talking SMAC semi-regular co-host, Matt, to review what they were able to watch of the new Amazon Prime series: Fallout.
Preamble Rudeness (0:00)
Fallout Game Experiences (3:35)
Fallout Show Cast (11:16)
No Spoilers review/Why binge this? (20:25)
Story praise (33:01)
Episode 2 Trigger warning (35:09)
CX404 is a good dog (36:23)
Hating super binge-ers (37:31)
Continued non-spoiler review (41:10)
Prop and world praise (52:50)
Must Watch or Pass? (59:43)
Matt has Alex predict episodes 5-8 (1:01:36)
Matt's Final Thoughts: (1:05:43)
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the W...2024-04-171h 09
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics134. Superb Owl TrailersThe Big Game has ended and the most important thing to talk about? The trailers!
Josh and Alex discuss their favorite and most surprising trailers to premier during the game.
A Quiet Place: Day One (4:15)
Wicked (10:29)
IF (20:31)
Twisters ( 23:48)
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (30:03)
Deadpool & Wolverine (36:03)
Sweepstakes announcement (49:41)
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Hear Josh and Alex guest on the I Have Some Notes Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania episode
Email your Talking SMACdowns sug...2024-02-1455 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics133. What'cha Doin'? VIIJosh, Alex & Matt get together to chat about the fun things they're doing away from the podcast.
Alex - The Last of Us Part II Remastered (7:44)
Matt - Final Fantasy VII Remake (17:11)
Josh - Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (24:59)
Matt - Golden Sun (34:36)
Alex - Nobody Saves the World (38:29)
Josh - Hue (42:22)
Alex - Expedition Unknown (47:12)
Matt - Alan Wake II (50:53)
Josh - Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir (58:19)
Matt - The Sopranos (1:04:46)
Alex - True Detective: Night Country (1:11:32)
Josh - Spy x Family (1:14:32)
Josh & Matt - Ultimate Spider-Man (2024) (1:20:17)
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated M...2024-02-071h 26
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics121. The Marvels & Loki ReviewJosh and Alex breakdown the two newest entries in the MCU: The Marvels and Loki season 2.
The Marvels (5:22)
Loki (37:30)
Please remember to check out the Movie Wire podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-11-151h 11
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics120. What’cha Doin’? VIJosh, Alex & Matt talk about the things they're doing away from the pod to have some fun in their free time.
Assassin's Creed: Mirage (3:52)
Found: Zack Morris Gets What He Deserves (9:42)
Barbie (12:55)
Horizon: Burning Shores & Saints Row (2022) (22:06)
Dead Space (2023) (29:52)
Lessons in Chemistry (43:17)
Super Mario Wonder (46:52)
Mary Roach (author) appreciation (49:47)
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 (54:24)
Please remember to check out the MILF and Me podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-11-081h 26
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics119. Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie ReviewAlex is joined by Justin and Slade to review the Five Nights at Freddy's movie.
Spoilers start at 6:25
Outro music is Leonell Cassio's "The Paranormal is real"
Please remember to check out the I Hate It, Let's Watch It podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-11-0150 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics118. The Lore of ’Five Nights at Freddy’s’ w/The Game Club PodJosh and Alex are joined by Slade (Archibald) of the Game Club Podcast to discuss the insane lore behind the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise.
Please remember to check out the Game Club Pod podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Outro music "Toreador's March/Freddy Fazbear's Theme," from Five Nights at Freddy's composed by Leon Riskin and owned by ScottGames Clickteam Illumix.
*We do not own this music and do not profit from its use in this episode.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics116. Ahsoka ReviewThe latest Star Wars series has wrapped, now it's time for Josh and Alex to discuss its implications, themes and everything in between.
Please remember to check out the Fuck My Work Life podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics114. Movies & TV Shows that Missed the AssignmentJosh and Alex are joined by Matt from Decayin' with the Boys to talk about adapted properties that missed the assignment.
Please remember to check out the Game Club Pod podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-09-271h 36
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics113. Scary Season Movie Preview w/Justin HensonJosh doesn't watch scary movies, so he's taking the week off so Alex and Justin can talk about the scary movies coming out this fall season.
Please remember to check out the Casting Views podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Intro music "Spooky Shadows" by Alexi Action
Outro music "The Paranormal is real" by Leonell Cassio
2023-09-2046 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics112. Rent-Free Moments in EntertainmentJosh and Alex talk about moments in entertainment that live in their heads rent-free, as well as react to those submitted by listeners.
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
YoGo Gorilla Yogurt
2023-09-131h 19
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsBonus Episode: Rebel Moon Trailer ReactionAlex sneaks in his thoughts on the Rebel Moon trailer
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics107. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Review w/I Have Some NotesJosh and Alex are joined by Gregg from I Have Some Notes to discuss the newest incarnation of your favorite mutant teens with attitude by reviewing TMNT: Mutant Mayhem
Please remember to check out the I Hate It, Let's Watch It podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-08-091h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics106. Secret Invasion ReviewJosh and Alex briefly discuss the disappointing Disney+ Marvel series; Secret Invasion, then move on to discuss the state of Marvel Studios are the remaining slate of films and shows that we know will release.
Please remember to check out the Fuck My Work Life podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-08-0259 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics105. Barbie ReviewAlex is joined once again by Justin from The Movie Wire to get their pink on and enter the Dreamhouse to talk about the highly-anticipated Barbie movie.
Please remember to check out the Cultworthy podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-07-2640 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics104. Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Pt 1 ReviewJosh and Alex run their way from the theater to review the latest installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise: Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Pt 1.
Please remember to check out the Game Club Pod, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-07-161h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics102. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Review w/Justin HensonJosh is out sick and you know what that means; Justin Henson's on the podcast!
Justin joins Alex to discuss the latest legasequel Harrison Ford has to offer the world; the last ride of Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.
Please remember to check out the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-07-051h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics101. StarTrek w/ Leo AllenAlex is joined by Matt and Leo Allen to discuss their love of Star Trek and their mixed feelings about the post TNG/DS9 'nu-trek' direction.
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated Murder podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-06-281h 01
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics98. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse ReviewJosh and Alex dive into the Spider-Verse in "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Explore mesmerizing visuals, mind-bending storylines, and unforgettable characters in this highly anticipated sequel. Unpack the growth of Miles Morales, the striking animation style, and the implications of the multiverse concept. Discover the film's connections to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and speculate on what lies ahead. Prepare for an electrifying podcast episode that swings through dimensions and leaves you craving for more!
Please remember to check out the I Hate It, Let's Watch It podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-06-0748 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics97. The Lore of ’Guilty Gear’ w/Tim ”Wembembo” FitzgeraldJosh and Alex dive into the world of the Guilty Gear franchise, as told by co-host of The Game Club Podcast (and 2 Blokes from Blighty) and The Fanatics podcast; Tim "Wembembo" Fitzgerald.
Tim, brings his love of lore and fighting games to this episode. Prepare to be enthralled as they analyze the game's impact on the fighting game genre and Tim gives Josh and Alex a proverbial TED talk on the Guilty Gear franchise.
Please remember to check out Dawn and Lisa at I Hate It, Let's Watch It podcast, join our Discord and check...2023-05-311h 19
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics96. Quick HitsJosh and Alex take a break to discuss what that they have been enjoying lately.
8:17 Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers
9:33 SUPERMASSIVE 2023/Massive-verse
10:15 Amazing Spider-Man
12:30 VTM: Winter's Teeth
15:18 Velvet
16:01 Quantum Leap
20:40 Not Dead Yet
22:46 FNAF/Willy's Wonderland
28:47 Ghosted
31:25 Ghosts (tv)
36:30 Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores
41:25 Skaar Wars: 4k Ultra HD/Higher FPS
47:55 Marvelous Mrs., Maisel
48:52 Shrinking
Check out Josh's recent appearance on The Cultworthy Cinema Podcast: THE CULTWORTHY EP #95 - CULTWORTHY ANIME!! on Apple Podcasts
Please remember to check out...2023-05-2454 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics94. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Review w/Rainey from The Red DoveJosh and Alex are joined by Rainey from the Red Dove podcast to breakdown the things they liked and didn't like, along with themes and other pros and cons for the 32nd entry into the MCU, Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3.
Please remember to check out the Cultworthy podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics92. The Mandalorian Season 3 Review w/Catrina DennisJosh, Alex and Matt are joined by Star Wars aficionado, Catrina Dennis, to breakdown The Mandalorian season 3.
Please remember to check out our friends at Casting Views, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics91. Star Wars Celebration 2023Josh, Alex and Matt dissect the announcements for this year's annual Star Wars convention. Including Ahsoka, Star Wars Visions Season 2, Andor season 2, The Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, the untitled James Mangold Star Wars film, the untitled Dave Filoni Mandalorian team-up film, Star Wars Jedi Survivor and more!
Please remember to check out the Game Club Pod podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics89. John Wick: Chapter 4Skaar Wars returns as Josh vents his frustrations over the announcement of the live-action Moana remake.
Josh and Alex review John Wick: Chapter 4
Please remember to check out the Sugar Coated Murder, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-04-0543 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics88. Shazam! Fury of the Gods + Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among ThievesJosh and Alex take in a rare double feature to review Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
Please remember to check out the No On 15! All-Cast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-03-291h 03
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics86. The Last of Us ReviewAlex, Luis, and Matt talk about season one of the HBO adaptation of The Last of Us, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey.
Please remember to check out the Movie Wire podcast with Justin Henson, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
And please check out Josh's appearance on I Have Some Notes, where they tackle Thor: Love & Thunder
2023-03-1540 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics85. Creed 3 w/Justin HensonJosh and Alex are once again joined by Justin Henson from the Movie Wire podcast. This time, they're reviewing Creed III, directed by and starring Michael B. Jordan and also starring Tessa Thompson and Jonathan Majors.
Please remember to check out our friends at the Fuck My Work Life podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
And please check out Josh's appearance on I Have Some Notes, where they tackle Thor: Love & Thunder
2023-03-0858 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsBonus Episode: 2023 Talking SMAC Oscar Pool w/Justin HensonJosh, Alex and the Movie Wire's Justin Henson share their picks and takes on the 2023 Academy Awards Winners
2023-03-0530 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics84. Cocaine Bear ReviewJosh and Alex review Cocaine Bear. That's it. That's the episode.
Please remember to check out our friends at Doom Generation, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-03-0139 minTalking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsBonus Episode - 2023 Oscar AnnouncementsAlex is joined by Justin from the Movie Wire podcast to talk about their thoughts, opinions and hopes for the 2023 Academy Award nominations and predict some winners.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 26 - Disney ErasJosh, Alex and Bepbo review each era of Disney Animation Studios' films and discuss their favorite film per era, and their favorite era overall.
Please remember to check out our friends Brendan and Matt over at the UnChefed podcast, and join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Check out Josh's guest appearance on UnChefed where they talk about the movie Good Burger
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 78 - Legasequels w/I Have Some NotesJosh and Alex are joined by two of the hosts from I Have Some Notes, Gregg, Liam and Scott to talk about legacy sequels (or "legasequels") and where some succeed while most others fail.
Check out the I Have Some Notes team on their website here
Please remember to check out our friends Karen & Anne over at the Sugar Coated Murder podcast, and join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2023-01-111h 10
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 77 - 2022 Wrap-upJosh, Alex & Matt talk about the eventful year of 2022 in the world of entertainment.
Please remember to check out our friend Justin Hensen over at the Movie Wire podcast, and join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 75 - James Cameron & Avatar: The Way of WaterAlex is joined by Justin Hensen from the Movie Wire podcast to talk about the career of James Cameron, along with reviewing the highly-anticipated sequel; Avatar: The Way of Water
Please remember to check out our friends over at the Watchin' Stuff podcast, and join our Discord and check out our merch store!
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 74 - Talking SMACdowns Vol 3Alex fills in for a sick Josh, and is joined by Talking SMAC regulars Matt and Bekkie along with returning guest Cesar from the No On 15 All-Cast and making his Talking SMAC debut, the Geeky Dad himself, Raphael to debate your suggested Versus matches between your favorite fictional characters.
Fight Card:
Harry Potter vs Eragon [suggested by Josh] (0:01:15)
Captain Kirk (Kelvin) vs Han Solo (Original Trilogy) [suggested by @TheReal7Ceez] (0:08:13)
Green Arrow & Speedy vs The Hawkeyes (Clint & Kate) [suggested by Josh] (0:12:18)
Paddington Bear vs Tom Nook [suggested by @ShrimpInSpace] (0:16:00)
...2022-12-141h 11
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 73 - Chasing Trailers: a RecapJosh and Alex talk about nine trailers for highly-anticipated 2023 releases in Movies and TV.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (0:03:39)
Cocaine Bear (0:13:52)
The Last of Us (0:18:41)
Gen V (0:24:39)
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (0:28:09)
John Wick 4 (0:34:07)
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (0:40:29)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (0:46:36)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (0:56:12)
Please remember to check out our friend Antonio of the Cultworthy podcast at the Cultworthy.com and join our Discord and check out our merch store and use...2022-12-071h 12
Music For PlanetLe Krakatoa, SMAC à énergie positive (2/2)Au micro d'Alex, Didier Estebe et Marie Bajoit nous racontent l'histoire et les engagements environnementaux du Krakatoa, mythique salle de concert bordelaise qui a vu passer les plus grands !
Dans le deuxième et dernier épisode de ce podcast, Didier nous explique les enjeux de mobilité liés aux activités de la SMAC, de leur démarche d'amélioration continue sur le catering et le bar, et enfin du mécénat culturel et de l'organisation de concerts philanthroqiques.
Dans la deuxième partie, Marie nous explique son rôle en temps que re...2022-12-0129 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 72 - What’cha Doin’? IIIJosh, Alex, Bekkie and Matt come together to talk about the nerdy things they've been enjoying away from podcasting responsibilities.
Don't forget to check out our friends over at Casting Views, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Get your copy of Click Click Click: From the Say My Name Series
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 69 - Weird: The Al Yankovic Story ReviewJosh and Alex talk about the Weird Al biopic parody movie 'WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story'
Don't forget to check out our friends over at UnChefed, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
Also! Josh did another tour of podcasts that released in the last week, so don't forget to check out his appearance on:
Quest Me (video podcast)
Video Game Club
Multiverse of Badness
2022-11-0940 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 67 - Black Adam & House of the Dragon ReviewJosh and Alex review Black Adam with a special cameo review from Justin Henson of the Movie Wire podcast
You can listen to Justin's full review of Black Adam, as well as reviews for Amsterdam and V/H/S 99 here
Then the boys discuss season one of the Game of Thrones prequel series; House of the Dragon
Don't forget to check out our friends over at Super Familiar with the Wilsons, join our Discord and check out our merch store!
2022-10-251h 21
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 65 - Werewolf by Night & Hocus Pocus 2Josh and Alex briefly talk about the Disney+ legasequel; Hocus Pocus 2, followed by a discussion about the first MCU horror flick: Werewolf by Night.
Alex also brings back his “Lazdins Lashes” segment when talking about the Super Mario Bros. trailer
Don't forget to find Jay and Kay over at Fuck My Work Life on your favorite podcatcher.
We also have our merch store open at Tee Spring
Don't forget to join our Discord to join the open discussion on all things nerd culture!
2022-10-1046 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 63 - Quick HitsJosh and Alex discuss some of the more notable movies they've watched over the last few years. So here's your SPOILER ALERT for the following movies:
Venom: Let There Be Carnage. (0:06:19)
Ambulance (0:11:41)
Ghostbusters: Afterlife (0:22:27)
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (0:26:19)
Elvis (0:31:08)
Jurassic World: Dominion (0:45:08)
Everything Everywhere All at Once (0:51:50)*
The Outfit (0:55:30)
The Adam Project (0:59:39)
The Northman (1:07:55)
And don't forget to find our friends over at the Doom Generation for some nostalgia shenanigans!
*Ke Huy Quan has been cast in Loki season 2, not Star Wars Acolyte
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 57 - What’cha Doin’? IIJosh, Alex and Matt discuss what nerdy things they're up to away from the podcast.
As always, please check out our friends at the UnChefed podcast for some great discussions surrounding the origins and politics behind the food we eat.
You can find the full episode of Josh's recent guest appearance on the Video Game Club podcast here
2022-08-171h 10
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 56 - Prey ReviewJosh and Alex discuss the latest entry and prequel to the Predator franchise, the Hulu-exclusive: Prey
*Spoiler discussion starts at 00:25:30
Don't forget to check out our friends at Super Familiar with the Wilsons for some fun podcasting times!
Additionally, be sure to give our ever-present friends at the Video Game Club a listen on your favorite podcast player. PODCAST!
Thanks again to Leo Allen from the Voluntary Input podcast for our musical themes.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 52 - Thor Love & Thunder ReviewJosh and Alex are joined by Cesar from the No On 15 Allcast to talk about the 29th movie in the MCU, Thor Love & Thunder
Don't forget to check out Matt & Adam from Decayin' with the Boys for your combat fighting and brewing needs!
2022-07-131h 14
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 50 - Obi-Wan Kenobi ReviewJosh and Alex discuss their thoughts on the Disney+ Star Wars prequel series: Obi-Wan Kenobi
Don't forget to check out Dan and Lou's podcast, Casting Views (where Josh recently guested).
You can find Josh's latest guest episodes here:
The Cultworthy, Father's Day episode here
The No On 15 All Cast, MCU Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4
Casting Views, "Unusual" Suspects
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 49 - Talking SMACdowns Vol. 2Josh, Alex, Matt and Matt 2/Jon debate your latest slew of fantasy fights!
Main card:
Dobby vs Scrappy Doo
Hell in a Cell: Stan Smith vs Peter Griffin
Power Puff Girls vs My Little Pony
Black Cat vs Domino
Don't forget to check out Voluntary Input and donate to the National Kidney Foundation
You can also follow us on Twitch here
2022-06-1544 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 44 - Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessJosh and Alex talk about Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness!
Spoiler discussion starts at 18:23
Don't forget, we are participating in the Livestream for the Cure benefit event, starting on May 19th at 9am EST. Please donate here if you are able and tune into the stream from 9am-11am EST on May 20th to watch Josh and Bekkie discuss their Controversial Gaming Takes.
You can watch the stream starting at 9am EDT May 19th through the end of the event here
And if you've ever had a bad day...2022-05-111h 12
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 42 - The BatmanJosh, Alex, Matt and special guest from the For Real? podcast Matt, AKA Jon/Matt 2 to avoid confusion, discuss the highly-anticipated reboot of the Batman movie franchise: The Batman
Please donate to Livestream for the Cure if you are able here: https://fundraise.cancerresearch.org/fundraiser/3744472
Don't forget to check out our friends Antonio Palascios' podcast The Cultworthy Podcast on your podcast player of choice.2022-04-271h 25
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 40 - Spider-Man in the MCU Progress ReportJosh is joined by Alex & Matt to discuss Tom Holland's Spider-Man and how he stacks up to previous iterations of the character on the big screen.
What are his pros? What are his cons?
We are also participating in the upcoming Live Stream for the Cure benefit event. Please feel free to donate before the event here: https://fundraise.cancerresearch.org/fundraiser/3744472
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 35 - The Book of Boba FettJosh and Alex talk about the Book of Boba Fett.
Don't forget to check out our friends at the Justin Time podcast.
You can find us @TalkingSMACpod on Twitter and you can email us at TSMACpod@gmail.com. 00vh7qbair0jVjJ8dX0F2022-02-1656 min
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 32 - Properties We’d Like to RebootIn a rare triple-host episode, Josh (@Josh_Skaar) is joined by Alex and Scotti (@ScottiDontKnow) to talk about franchises we feel are in need of a reboot and what form of entertainment we would like to see them fall into.
Don't forget to check out our friends at the Cultworthy (@thecultworthy) podcast (https://thecultworthy.com/)
You can follow Talking SMAC on Twitter @TalkingSMACpod, you can email us at tsmacpod@gmail.com2022-01-241h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 29 - Hawkeye and The Matrix Resurrections ReviewsWe're back and it's 2022! This week Josh and Alex review the Disney+ Hawkeye series, as well as the highly-anticipated The Matrix Resurrections.
Please don't forget to support our friends at UnChefed on your favorite podcasting platform.
You can also find Josh's guest appearance on Quest Me from the Twist My Arm Network here: https://youtu.be/Jn5XdaG1Mqs
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 28 - The National Film Registry & ’Fellowship of the Ring’ Turns 20While everyone else is talking about the wall-crawler, this week Josh and Alex discuss a few of the newest entries into the National Film Registry and talk about the impact these films have had on themselves, and on our culture. They also discuss the 20th anniversary of the 'Fellowship of the Rings' movie.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 25 - Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings: Must See? Or Pass?Josh is joined by Alex this week and they debut new segments Skaar Wars and Lazdins Lashes before they discuss their thoughts and opinions about the latest movie to be added the the MCU library on Disney+. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Please follow us @TalkingSMACpod on Twitter. You can also email us at TSMACpod@gmail.com.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 23 - Dune: Must See or Pass?**Audio Alert** Josh had some issues with his audio capture equipment, so his audio may be a bit louder than usual. We promise to have this fixed before the next episode.
Josh and Alex are back and they are here to discuss the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins, the rumors surrounding a World War Hulk movie, the Uncharted movie trailer and they review the long-awaited Dune (2021) Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast on GoodPods.com and/or your podcast app of choice. You can follow Talking SMAC on Twitter @TalkingSMACpod and you can follow Josh @J...2021-10-251h 05
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 21: Avengers: Infinity War & Deadpool 2 Reviews - Original Air Date 05/20/2018Alex is back in the co-host chair next to Josh and they're talking Avengers: Infinity War and Deadpool 2 movies!
Don't forget to find us on Facebook and Twitter (@TalkingSMACpod) or email the show at tSMACpod@gmail.com2021-10-181h 18
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 17: Are the Disney Live-Action Remakes Good/Necessary? - Original Air Date 01/28/2018Josh and Alex discuss the Captain Marvel leaked set photos. The Duke Nukem movie, Action Comics #1000, Wonder Woman being shut out of the Academy Award nominations and Ryan Reynolds production company re-making Clue. As well as this week's primary topic of Disney's live-action re-makes and whether or not they are any good or necessary.2021-10-181h 26
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 16: Expectations for 2018 Movies - Original Air Date 01/20/2018Josh and Alex begin 2018 by reviewing some old news and discussing movies with high and low expectations.2021-10-181h 26
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 15: The Last Jedi Review (Unedited) - Original Air Date 12/17/2017Josh is joined by Alex and Derek to discuss Star Wars: The Last Jedi and project out to Episode IX.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 14: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom trailer & The Force Awakens Re-Visited - Original Air Date 12/10/2017Josh and Alex talk about this week's news, including:
Disney's inevitable acquisition of 21st Century Fox assets.
Quinten Tarantino directing a R-rated Star Trek film.
Jon Hamm possibly replacing Ben Affleck as The Batman.
Rian Johnson's quote about his new Star Wars Trilogy
Alita: Battle Angel trailer
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom trailer
The guys also discuss their feelings about The Force Awakens two years later and on the eve of The Last Jedi releasing.
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Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 13: Old News and Avengers Infinity War Trailer - Original Air Date 12/03/2017Welcome back! Josh and Alex talk the news we missed last week and the new news this week and discuss and (kinda) dissect the Avengers: Infinity War Trailer. Plus, the guys ran out of time so a rapid-fire topic segment of Essential Holiday Viewings.2021-10-171h 32
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 11: One-Time Viewing Movies - Original Air Date 11/12/2017Alex and Josh discuss the news of Disney trying to acquire assets from 21st Century FOX as well as share their list of five movies they watched once and will never watch again.2021-10-171h 38
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & ComicsEpisode 7: The One With All The Trailers - Original Air Date 10/16/2017Alex is back and he and Josh talk the big trailers that released from The New Mutants to the third Justice League trailer down to the second trailer for The Last Jedi.
They also discuss Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palimotti leaving the Harley Quinn comic. As well as Giovanni Ribisi returning to Pandora in the Avatar Sequels.2021-10-171h 21
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics4. A New Worst - Original Air Date 09/24/2017Josh and Alex are back and they discuss their five worst movies seen.2021-10-171h 24
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics3. Happy Birthday Harley Quinn & Star Wars v DCEU - Original Air Date 09/17/2017Josh and Alex talk about The Orville. Harley Quinn's 25th birthday. Game of Thrones filming multiple endings for the series finale. JJ Abrams taking back the director's chair for Star Wars Episode IX and Patty Jenkins coming back for Wonder Woman 2.2021-10-171h 20
Talking SMAC: Superheroes, Movies, Animation & Comics1. Josh and Alex Talk a Lot of Stuff - Original Air Date 09/08/2017Josh and Alex discuss the new Star Wars Rebels season 4 trailer, Amazon's The Tick, and season 7 of Game of Thrones.2021-10-171h 49