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Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' Season 4, Episode 5. Plus Production Designer, Simon Rogers!This one’s for all the marbles. Your bosses were twiddling their thumbs waiting for lil Jimmy Dycker and now he’s only gone and OD’d. So it’s up to you Miss Golightly, time to show that you’re the smartest in the room. The thing is nothing… Now go prove it! Bankole & Eyo are joined by Ebube for this all-about-SternTao episode of HBO’s ‘Industry’. They discuss the role of humanity in this industry, Eric & Harper being honest and of course, Sweetpea and Kwabena on tour. Later, Bankole is joined by ‘Industry’ Production Designer, Simon Rogers, to break...
2026-02-062h 06Popcorn for DinnerCatching Up on 'The Penguin', 'Agatha All Along' & 'Shrinking'Bankole and Ebuka are waddling along the streets of Gotham as they catch up on the exhilarating HBO show, 'The Penguin' (5:50). Later, Zikora joins Bankole on The Witches' Road for their final trial before this week's 'Agatha All Along' finale (38:50), before Chinedu and Bankole get deep in their emotions discussing 'Shrinking' Season 2's excellent start (1:03:45). You can support us here - https://buymeacoffee.com/popcornfordinnerSubscribe to our Newsletter - https://popcornfordinnerpod.com/#newsletterAlso available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/ByChRPrSrI4Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka, Zikora & ChineduProduction...
2024-10-281h 35Popcorn for Dinner‘X-Men ‘97’, 'Shogun' plus Eyo & TMT Cure Bankole’s HomesicknessBakole was feeling homesick, so he gathered Eyo and TMT to talk about everything from the brilliant 'X-Men '97' (7:30) and 'Shogun' (24:05), to everything else they are currently watching or looking forward to including 'Evil' and 'Dune: Prophecy' (29:46) and so much more!Subscribe to our Newsletter via - https://popcornfordinnerpod.com/#newsletter Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Eyo and TMTProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2024-06-031h 26Popcorn for Dinner'Sugar' Episodes 1&2 ReactionsBankole, Ebuka & TMT reconvene in the seedy bowels of LA for some private detecting while discussing the Colin Farrell-led Apple TV+ neo-noir detective drama, 'Sugar'. They first start with a Chance Perdomo tribute (7:27), before getting into their ecstatic feelings about the two-episode premiere of 'Sugar' (8:50), praise for its filmmaking (20:02), and Colin Farrell's leading performance (26:12) and Bankole wraps up with a crazy theory corner (34:50). Subscribe to our Newsletter via - https://popcornfordinnerpod.com/#newsletterAlso available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/a2FuAAO7A6IHosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniGuest: TMT
2024-04-0548 min
Popcorn for DinnerThe CHRISTOPHER NOLAN Draft | IS THIS CINEMAOn this week's episode of IS THIS CINEMA, we're drafting all things Christopher Nolan (10:10). Then later, Bankole and Ebuka discuss two of Nolan's most beloved movies, 'Interstellar' and 'The Prestige' ahead of the much-anticipated release of 'Oppenheimer' (1:03:45).MAKE SURE to vote on our Twitter page tomorrow - https://twitter.com/popcorn_dinner/status/1681636306630201347Spoilers for Christopher Nolan's ENTIRE FilmographyHost: Priscilla Budigoma Guests: Bankole Imoukhuede, Ebuka Nnamani & KachiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeTheme Music: Mia Sugunasingha
2023-07-171h 20Popcorn for DinnerOur TV Recommendations from The First Half of 2023!We're recommending again! Bankole is once again joined by Eyo and TMT to, firstly, finally share some thoughts on "the greatest superhero movie ever" (5:00) before sharing some of their TV recommendations that we might have overlooked over the last couple of months; some that they've seen and loved and some that they are excited to get into (15:34).Link to IS THIS CINEMA Podcast - https://popcorn-dinner.com/#is-this-cinemaLink to UNTOLD STORIES WITH ADESUWA - https://www.youtube.com/@UntoldStoriesNigeriaHost: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Eyo Ndem and TMTProduction by: Bankole I...
2023-07-031h 21Popcorn for DinnerWhat We've Been Watching: The Final Season of 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'Tits Up!Bankole, Eyo & TMT have gone from the gaslight stage all the way to the Gordon Ford Show and are ready for their 4 minutes talking about the final season of 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' (5:15). They debate whether the ending was a sad one, discuss some of the character rehabs in the season, mourn the end of 'Peak TV' & much more.Link to 'Is This Cinema' - https://popcorn-dinner.com/#is-this-cinemaHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem & TMTProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-06-2651 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Series Finale Exit SurveyBankole and Ebube are back to look over the Waystar Royco rubble left behind from the 'Succession' Series Finale. They discuss some of the major talking points since the finale was released (8:32), before answering your questions (33:25) and then touching on where the finale left Kendall, Roman & Shiv (1:09:10).Ebube's article on Logan Roy- https://weareseda.com/for-seda/logan-roy-is-the-ultimate-toxic-nigerian-parent/Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/zXZmfiUcFd8 Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube Ubochi Production by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producton: Ebube Ubochi
2023-06-121h 30
Popcorn for Dinner'Ted Lasso' Producer, Adam "Chip" Hamilton & Lewis Evans Discuss Making the ShowBankole and Ebube are joined by 'Ted Lasso' Co-Ordinating Producer, Adam "Chip" Hamilton to discuss how he got involved in the project, what the show has meant to its fans, what he'll take away and MUCH MORE (2:23).Then later, Lewis Evans returns to chat with Bankole about shooting his final scenes as part of the AFC Richmond team, *that* kiss and more (1:04:15).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/HQ_df0hgqHY https://youtu.be/BjXMfN-Y31Y Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiGuests: Adam "Chip" Hamilton and Lewis EvansProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial P
2023-06-061h 29Popcorn for Dinner'Succession' Series Finale Reactions!It's our 200th episode!! And Bankole & Ebube have landed themselves the only hellhole in paradise to discuss the SERIES FINALE(!) of 'Succession' (6:50). Deals are brokered, deals are broken, backs are stabbed and fronts are hugged and we get into it all as we say goodbye to one of the best television shows of all time. Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ptwFNafiCZMHosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-311h 26Popcorn for Dinner'Barry' Series Finale Reactions!It's the end of the road and Bankole & Jeremiah have gathered at the Nohobal Industries' lobby to discuss the last ever episode of 'Barry'.They start with the stand-off between Hank and Fuches (3:33), before discussing the resolutions to Barry, Sally & Gene's stories (23:33), and finish with a discussion of 'The Masked Collector' and what it says about the legacies of both Gene and Barry (50:49).Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZAN1hUm6bXAHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Jeremiah Akpotohwo Production by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-301h 08Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2 Finale Reactions!Bankole, Faridah & Dumebi are back, with their new Antler Queen and special guest, Chinaza to talk about the very eventful Season 2 finale of 'Yellowjackets' (8:41). They discuss their feelings on the resolution to the Adam Martin storyline (20:43), the events in 1996 (34:13), the AdultJackets in 2021 (52:25) and the two pivotal things that happen to Natalie (1:06:17).Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/iYSIM6ntczQHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Faridah, Dumebi & ChinazaProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-291h 37Popcorn for Dinner'Love & Death' Series Finale Reactions!Bankole and Comfort are waiting to hear their verdicts but first, they are discussing this week's series finale of 'Love & Death', their reactions to Candy's verdict (2:40), the "nothingness" of Allan as a character (16:12) & more. Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Comfort EmmanuelProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-2535 minPopcorn for Dinner'No Escape' stars Abigail Lawrie & Rhianne Barreto on the new thriller!It's a special one on 'The Blue' today because Bankole is joined by the stars of the new Paramount+ thriller, 'No Escape', Abigail Lawrie & Rhianne Barreto to talk about the show, shooting the show in Thailand, making their characters' relationship believable and more (2:19), with slight spoilers at (15:40).Warning: May contain one or two (hilarious) sea puns!Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Abigail Lawrie and Rhianne BarretoProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-2425 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 9 Reactions!Obiora returns, right in time for the funeral, to chat with Bankole and Ebube about the penultimate episode of 'Succession'. They touch on Kendall's fights with with Rava and Jess (6:52), the speeches at the funeral (22:32) and more. Also available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/ZA4bqflkflE Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede, Obiora Ifeacho & Ebube UbochiProudction by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-221h 20Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 8 Reactions!It's the deadliest game of cards ever as Bankole, Faridah and Dumebi discuss the penultimate episode of 'Yellowjackets' Season 2. They touch on the great Jeff & Callie scene and the morality behind it (5:00), the Adult Jackets sharing their secrets (16:58), and of course, the logic behind running in the snow (30:00).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/wO-oflxONCAHosts: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Faridah & DumebiProduced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-201h 07Popcorn for Dinner'Love & Death' Episode 6 Reactions!Bankole and Comfort are back, this week in the courtroom discussing the penultimate episode of 'Love & Death' (1:58), including the reactions of everyone in Candy's life to the developments (9:27) and some predictions & hopes ahead of the finale (22:41).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Comfort Emmanuel Produced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-1827 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 8 Reactions!Bankole and Ebube are still looking for replacement touch screens as they discuss this week's episode of 'Succession'. They first rewind to the 2016 US elections and touch on how this episode evokes that feeling (6:30), before discussing the Roy siblings & their fight for the nation's soul (white house) (12:48), Tom & Shiv (43:42), and much more.Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/BEJho_qcfA4Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-151h 00Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 7 Reactions!Faridah returns fresh from taking care (and killing) a goat to join Bankole and Dumebi in discussing this week's 'Yellowjackets' episode. They first check in with Coach Ben in 1996 (5:29) and examine the aftereffects of Shauna's labour (8:38) before joining the adult characters by the campfire at Lottie's "intentional community" (17:21) plus A NEAR TEN-MINUTE monologue from Dumebi (46:10)!Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/kWGN3dN4PLQHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Faridah & DumebiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-1355 minPopcorn for Dinner'Love & Death' Episode 5 Reactions!Bankole and Comfort return, listening to ABBA, as they discuss Episode 5 of 'Love & Death', including touching on the new direction the show goes in and some more praise for Elizabeth Olsen (2:03)Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Comfort Emmanuel Produced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-1139 minPopcorn for DinnerAn Emergency 'Succession' 407 Post-Mortem!Bankole isn't going anywhere that doesn't have nukes and he's bringing Ebuka and Hajer along. They spend the entire Tailgate Party discussing Shiv & Tom's explosive fight on this week's 'Succession' before briefly checking in on "deadbeat" Kendall and "dog without his owner", Roman.Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebuka Nnamani and HajerProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-1030 minPopcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 6 Reactions!Bankole and Dumebi only press play on the video but they are here to help with this 'Yellowjackets' delivery. They start off by discussing Shauna's labour and the aftermath of her childbirth (7:13), a popular Twitter theory (32:15), before finishing with the reunion of the adult characters at Lottie's compound (47:35).Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/RWzyeSrA5Vo Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Dumebi Anike-NwezeProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-061h 01Popcorn for Dinner'Ted Lasso' 308 & Lewis Evans on Being a Part of The ShowEbube is back singing 'Hey Jude' with Chinedu and Emmanuel on this week's 'Ted Lasso' discussion. They start off with the online hack at the center of the episode and the different reactions to it (5:09), before touching on Nate's romantic journey (30:44) & Ted's Parisian nightmare (41:30).Later, Bankole is joined by Lewis Evans who plays Anders Rosenfeldt to talk about the unique audition process for the show (55:00), what he loves most about being on-set (1:09:13), who's actually the worst at football (1:18:25), and more!Hosts: Chinedu Iheji & Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Emmanuel Pius-Ogiji, Ebube Ubochi & Lewis Evans Production b...
2023-05-051h 34Popcorn for Dinner'Love & Death' Episode 4 Reactions!Bankole and Comfort only just realised that their watches stopped working but they've made it in time to talk about the fourth episode of 'Love & Death'. They discuss what they knew about the story going in and the first three episodes (4:03), before getting to this week's events (18:40) and what they look forward to seeing (29:10).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Comfort EmmanuelProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-0437 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 6 Reactions!Bankole and Ebube are in Hollywood for this week's 'Succession', building houses and firing people. They start off by touching on the continued impact of Logan's death on the kids and their grief (5:36), before discussing the siblings individually (11:50) and dissecting the Living+ investor presentation (49:11).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/I7URHhUZ_-A Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiProduced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-05-011h 07Popcorn for Dinner'Rain Dogs' Season 1, Episodes 7&8 Reactions!Bankole & Priscilla are in a somber mood as they wrap up coverage of this season of 'Rain Dogs'. They discuss what they are taking away from the show (02:59), the possibility of a second season (14:56), Iris & Costello's relationship and the human cost of ambition (19:50) and so much more. Priscilla also makes a case for certain members of the 'Rain Dogs' cast to be on award podiums this year (31:47).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka Nnamani Social Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-2540 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 5 Reactions!Bankole & Ebube have just graduated from the Hanna-Barbera school of business straight into talking about this week's episode of 'Succession' (6:15). They touch on Lukas Mattson's new offer (11:33), Kendall and Roman (20:04), before finishing with Shiv's actions & conversations this episode (33:30).Subscribe to 'Is This Cinema' on your preferred app here- https://share.transistor.fm/s/314aa41bAlso available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/pXOy_skTihAHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube Ubochi Produced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-2458 minPopcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 5 Reactions!Bankole, Faridah and Dumebi can hear the trees and hear their breaths as they discuss the fifth episode of 'Yellowjacket' Season 2. They touch on Lottie's morning prayers (5:50), TaiVan (11:20), Misty's actions across both timelines (30:22) before finishing with an examination of the Shauna/Taissa & Natalie/Lottie scenes (45:06). Also available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/LZbNUbiuJHIHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Faridah and DumebiProduced by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-221h 11Popcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 4 Reactions!Bankole and Ebube are checking out the china but also discussing what comes next on 'Succession' (5:13), including- Shiv and Tom's unique marriage and divorce (34:15), the siblings' heart-to-heart (49:30) and Kendall's final decision (55:15).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/kjZWHLSzk9k Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-171h 08Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions!Bankole, Faridah and Dumebi are on a road trip to find the purple people. They are singing their favourite show tunes and discussing this week's 'Yellowjackets' episode (2:23). Later, Dumebi and Faridah present their evidence for the spiritual vs real-world debate(48:15).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/sAe6IDTMNeYHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Faridah and Dumebi Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-1554 minPopcorn for Dinner'Rain Dogs' Season 1, Episodes 5&6 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla return, but this time they are volunteering at the food banks and discussing episodes 5&6 of 'Rain Dogs'. They start by touching on the individual journeys of Selby (7:30) and Gloria (16:00) before bracing themselves and feeling all of Costello's pain (24:26). Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-1247 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4, Episode 3It's the day of Connor's wedding...and some other stuff. Bankole and Ebube are talking to each other from the plane and the wedding boat and discussing this week's incredible episode of 'Succession'. They start by discussing the show's decision to pull that trigger (3:20), then praise all the acting and directing on show (14:02), before finishing by explaining why this was a great creative decision and what the fallout from it could be (28:29)Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-111h 00Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions!Bankole and Faridah are suffering a hangover from last night's feast but they are joined by Dumebi to discuss this week's 'Yellowjackets' episode (11:54). They start with the events in the 2021 timeline before going back in time to 1996 and discussing Coach Ben's state (34:23) and the varied reactions from the girls to the previous night (36:57).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Faridah and Dumebi Anike-NwezeProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-04-081h 02Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2, Episode 2 Reactions! Bankole and Faridah are back and all dressed up to bite into this week's 'Yellowjackets' buffet. They start by discussing our four main characters (8:10), before sitting down to analyse the "Greek Feast" setpiece and what the direction of that scene could say about our characters (40:44). They then finish off by taking a quick trip to Theory corner (53:00). Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: FaridahProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-03-3158 minPopcorn for Dinner'Rain Dogs' Season 1, Episodes 3&4 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are back from doing their food shops in the bin and are ready to discuss episodes 3&4 of HBO & BBC's 'Rain Dogs'. They start off by analysing the worst date they've ever seen on TV (2:22), before going all in on the Selby/Costello/Iris relationship across both episodes (9:07).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-03-2832 minPopcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 4 Premiere Reactions!Here we are, just three guys who know how to say the biggest number. Bankole, Obiora and Ebube have gathered to discuss the premiere of the fourth and final season of HBO's 'Succession'. They start by touching on Logan Roy on his 81st(?) birthday (9:26), before touching on his kids (20:19), and finishing with a discussion on Connor's political woes (43:13) and Tom and Shiv's marital woes (51:59).Also available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/-kIqSimLea4Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede, Obiora Ifeacho and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-03-271h 07Popcorn for Dinner'Yellowjackets' Season 2 Premiere Reactions!Bankole and Faridah may or may not be talking to dead bodies about the Season 2 premiere of the megahit 'Yellowjackets'. They start with a brief background of their introduction to the show (2:36), before discussing the shocking end of the episode (6:40) and the other events in the premiere (13:26). Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Faridah Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-03-2535 minPopcorn for Dinner'Rain Dogs' Season 1, Episodes 1&2 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are skipping on taxis and sleeping in closets as they discuss the first two episodes of the HBO/BBC co-production 'Rain Dogs'. They discuss how real the world of 'Rain Dogs' instantly feels (9:18), how the show highlights the political myths and inadequacies present in the United Kingdom (11:32, and the prospect of the show tackling addiction (18:36).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Ebube Ubochi
2023-03-1434 minPopcorn for Dinner'You' Season 4 Finale!Bankole and Priscilla are confessing their love to each other over the River Thames but first they talk about the fate of two romantic(?) pairings - Nadia & Eddie (4:45) and Joe & Rhys (14:50), before theorising on what could be in store for both Joe and 'You' (25:35).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla Budigoma Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-03-1347 minPopcorn for Dinner'You' Season 4, Episodes 8&9 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are trying to figure out what's real while discussing Episodes 8&9 of 'You' Season 4. They start off by examining the two huge reveals in episode 8 (3:35), before discussing Greg Kinnear going full villain in episode 9 (22:00).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-03-1142 minPopcorn for DinnerThe 'COCAINE BEAR' Mega PodBankole, Ebuka, Priscilla, and Jess have such great luck in nature as they gather deep in the woods to retrieve their cocaine and maybe fight off a bear. They first give more insight into their upcoming film-only podcast (3:40), before discussing their thoughts on 'Cocaine Bear' (9:07) and sharing some of their favourite kills (37:05).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede, Ebuka Nnamani, Priscilla and JessProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-03-0657 minPopcorn for Dinner'You' Season 4, Episode 5 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are stuck in the dungeon discussing the final episode of Part 1 of 'You' Season 4. They start by examining *that* reveal (01:52), Joe rejecting Kate (30:45), their thoughts on the Netflix split release (38:56) and more.Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-02-1348 minPopcorn for Dinner'You' Season 4, Episodes 3&4 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are back peasant hunting and discussing the ethics of human furniture. They get into 'You' Season 4, Episodes 3&4 (2:19), Joe and Kate's bewildering chemistry (8:44), the character of Phoebe (21:10), what the endgame could look like for Joe (36:30) and much more. Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Priscilla BudigomaProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-02-1143 minPopcorn for Dinner'You' Season 4, Episodes 1&2 Reactions!Bankole and Priscilla are back in the surprisingly very sunny London to get into the first two episodes of Season 4 of the Netflix hit show, YOU (2:47), They touch on the new murder-mystery format for the show (11:19), give some predictions for what could be in store for this half of the season (18:49) and finish off by sharing their favourite lines from the two episodes (35:06) and ding some of the depictions of London in the show (40:46).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-02-0948 minPopcorn for DinnerA 'You' Season 4 PrimerBankole and Priscilla have assembled their best baseball cap and sunglasses combo to preview Season 4 of the Netflix monster hit, 'You' (5:31). They finish off by sharing some quick thoughts on HBO's 'The Last of Us' so far (18:34)Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Priscilla Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-02-0222 min
Popcorn for DinnerDRAGCON UK defeated Priscilla...but she loved itHappy New Year!Priscilla returns to the pod to chat to Bankole about her experience at this year's RuPaul's DragCon UK including seeing her fave drag queens, proposals and... teletubbies?!Thank you to everyone at PREMIER for making this possible. Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: PriscillaProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2023-01-1638 minPopcorn for Dinner'Glass Onion' is Here! + 'See How They Run'Bankole is joined by the world-renowned detective, Emike, to decipher the mystery of 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' (2:09) with spoilers from (16:03) before recommending 'See How They Run' (33:45) & discussing its own spoilers (36:42).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Emike AhmedProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-12-2246 minPopcorn for DinnerThe Top 10 TV Shows of 2022 & Why 'The Bear' Is One of the Year's Best!Bankole, Eyo, and TMT reconvene to discuss one of the year's best shows, FX's The Bear (2:30), with spoilers from (29:18). Then Bankole reveals his Top 10 TV shows, out of the 71 he saw this year (42:40).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem & TMTProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-12-191h 20Popcorn for Dinner'The White Lotus' 206 Reactions!Bankole and Hajer are just trying to be satisfied as they get into the penultimate episode of 'The White Lotus' Season 2. They discuss Ethan's breakdown (4:00), Bert's depressing "homecoming" and Lucia's continuing ruse (14:36), and the Valentina and Mia developments (26:20). They finally head to Palermo to touch on the fallout of Tanya's discovery and the "cowboy" revelation (29:40). Available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/nAeVxP3IjT0Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: HajerProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-12-0648 minPopcorn for DinnerThe 2022 TV Shows You Didn't Hear About!Bankole is joined by Eyo and TMT to recommend some of their favourite TV shows of the year that no one was talking about (10:00).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem & TMTProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-11-241h 29Popcorn for Dinner'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' Has Arrived!Bankole, Priscilla & Robert have gathered to mourn and pore over 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' - the latest MCU entry and Ryan Coogler's sequel to 2018's 'Black Panther' (3:22). They discuss the movie as a vessel for grief (12:51) and give out some awards for their best scenes (42:26) and performances (58:16). They then analyse Namor (1:10:17) and Shuri (1:29:55), before finishing by praising the filmmaking and debating its awards potential (1:41:59).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Priscilla and RobertProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-11-171h 55Popcorn for Dinner'The White Lotus' 202 & 203 Reactions!The dream team is back together as Obiora and Bankole get into episodes 2 and 3 of 'The White Lotus'. They start by discussing Mike White's entire creative control over the series (4:40), before touching on the various storylines across the two episodes (7:13).Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/SxdualTI1IgHosts: Obiora Ifeacho and Bankole Imoukhuede Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-11-141h 03Popcorn for Dinner'House of the Dragon' 108 Thoughts!The boys are back to discuss all the goings-on in King's Landing and things aren't looking good for our boy Viserys. Bankole crashes the recording to talk about how this 'House of the Dragon' episode softened his opinions on Alicent (3:20) before Fammy and Ebube discuss all the other major plot points (and deaths) in the episode (24:36). Hosts: Afam Nwokolo, Ebube Ubochi & Bankole ImoukhuedeProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-10-121h 04
Popcorn for Dinner'House of the Dragon' 105 Thoughts!Ebube and Fammy are back to cover the halfway point of this 'House of the Dragon' season but first, Bankole crashes their recording to rant about Ser Criston Cole's actions (4:50), before letting them get back to discussing all the other events in this final episode before the big time jump (19:07).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/3erVRRba2DAHosts: Ebube Ubochi, Afam Nwokolo, Bankole ImoukhuedeProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-09-211h 00
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' Season 2 Finale Reactions!It's finally Rishi's wedding! But it's also, sadly, the 'Industry' Season 2 Finale. Before checking out for the season, Bankole and Eyo quickly share their thoughts on this year's Emmys (1:10) then they check in on our favourite quartet: Harper (8:02), Yasmin (21:31), Robert (37:30) and Gus (48:02), before discussing those incredible last 5 minutes (58:12) and revealing their favourite lines from the episode (1:12:02).Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7QqA0xrNtAsHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Eyo Ndem Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-09-201h 19
Popcorn for Dinner'House of the Dragon' 104 Reactions!Bankole and Ebuka quickly talk about watching 'See How They Run' this weekend and whether they would recommend it (1:16). Then it's business as usual in the Street of Silk as Fammy & Ebube get into Episode 4 of 'House of the Dragon' (12:58), touching on King's Landing's hottest new couple (40:28) as well as the many reasons Criston Cole has to be very afraid (55:38).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede, Ebuka Nnamani, Afam Nwokolo and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Nnamani
2022-09-141h 11
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' 207 Reactions!Yankees, Red Sox, Shogun and Reichstag, Bankole & Eyo are back to decipher all the codes in this week's 'Industry' episode and discuss the repercussions of that ill-fated dinner between Robert, Nicole and Venetia (4:00). They also debate whether they could see some story gears turning in this episode (30:35), before finishing with Gus' storyline (47:37) and their favourite lines from the episode (56:40).Also on Youtube: https://youtu.be/193K3oBFswgHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeAdditional Production- Moti Ogunsina
2022-09-131h 00
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' 206 Reactions!Bankole and Eyo are back to discuss the pulsating sixth episode of 'Industry' Season 2 (7:19). They discuss Harper's tense trading floor actions (13:33), taking a detour to give some much overdue praise to both Nathan Micay's work on the show (28:07) as well as Myha'la Herrold's star performance (29:08). They then talk about the two great Yasmin scenes in the episode (37:17), and the evolution of Gus' storyline (47:04), before finishing with their favourite quotes from the episode (52:45).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/2rksZn7WykMHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Eyo NdemProduction...
2022-09-0657 min
Popcorn for Dinner'The Rings of Power' Series Premiere Reactions!Bankole is joined by the returning Priscilla and Chizzy, making his podcast debut as they brush up on their Tolkien lore and get into Prime Video's very ambitious Lord of the Rings TV show, The Rings of Power (4:32).They share their general reactions to the 2 episode premiere (8:28), giving specific praise to the cinematography, music and fight choreography, and some deserved praise for the performances and chemistry between certain characters (21:24)They then touch on some of their criticisms of Gil-galad's characterisation (28:18), before discussing some of the other characters we were introduced to (31:22) and throwing their guesses on who...
2022-09-031h 11
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' Creators, Mickey Down and Konrad Kay on Season 2 So Far!Bankole and Eyo bravely discuss this week's episode of 'Industry' Season 2 (2:08) before they are joined by the masterminds behind it all, Konrad Kay and Mickey Down to talk about making Season 2 and the devastating fifth episode (6:58).Also Available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/XE1vgU6OnnQHost: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Konrad Kay and Mickey Down, Eyo NdemProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-3046 min
Popcorn for Dinner'House of the Dragon' Series Premiere Thoughts!Bankole's convened a small council meeting with Ebube and Fammy to discuss the premiere of the first 'Game of Thrones' spinoff/prequel, 'House of the Dragon' (4:06). Fammy & Ebube start by giving some historical (and book) context to where this story picks up (6:09), then they discuss some of the characters & performances from the episode that got them excited, including some choice thoughts on the wigs (15:23). They then touch on all the dreams talk this episode (27:47) before hailing the triumphant return of Ramin Djawadi to Westeros (49:40).Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/11x4reCBMQk
2022-08-2458 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' Series Finale: RegretsDressed in their most colourful suits and learning golf from Bernie Madoff's instructor, Bankole and Ebube gather to discuss, one final time, the 'Better Call Saul' series finale. They start by deciding whether this series finale actually qualifies as a happy ending in the Breaking Bad world (4:59) before going into the episode's use of returning characters and how they fit into and helped the story (15:15) and Better Call Saul's reiteration of Walter White's character (26:17). They also discuss Kim Wexler's events in the finale and a possible new lease on life (30:28) while praising the very impressive feat of storytelling that...
2022-08-1850 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' 203 ReactionsBankole and Eyo return to discuss their thoughts on the third episode of 'Industry' Season 2 (6:10), the presence of a strong continuous plot this season (11:11), Harper vs Eric (15:19), that Yasmin & Robert conversation (29:26) and much more.
Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/_0-IjU2NaJI
Host: Bankole Imoukhuede
Guest: Eyo Ndem
Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-1641 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' 612 Reactions: Florida WomanBankole and Ebube are heading to Florida to discuss the long-delayed check-in with Kim as well as Rhea Seehorn's great acting on this week of 'Better Call Saul' (2:43), ponder the 'Breaking Bad' universe's interpretation of morality (15:23), Gene's antics (19:10) and whether there's any bit of Jimmy left (22:21).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-1140 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' 202 Reactions!The markets open in minutes and Bankole and Eyo have to first discuss what they think might be a high point for 'Industry' (3:48). They meticulously try to cover all the essential beats of the episode including Yasmin & Celeste's relationship (7:51), the strong filmmaking (18:32), the evolution of Robert and Nicole's relationship (21:22), Gus' glow-up (36:55), their best Jackie lines (54:31) and much more!Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/7FA0Rxhrf_UHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-091h 00
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' 611 Reactions: Breaking Bad (Again)Stuck in The Crystal Ship and screaming for their lives, Bankole and Ebube discuss the latest episode of 'Better Call Saul' (4:35), its provocative title (10:26), the emotional difference between watching last week's mall heist and this week's scam (11:37), the beautiful and thematically rich transitions in the episode (18:11) and *those* special guest stars and how they were used in the episode (33:25).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-0441 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Industry' Season 2 Premiere (Our 100th Episode!!)For our 100th episode(!!), Bankole is joined by Eyo for the long-awaited Season 2 return of HBO's 'Industry' (6:02). They discuss Harper & Eric's new dynamic and the show going deeper into Harper's mental state (8:45), Yasmin's new lease on life (15:08), the NEW Robert (24:37) and some poster theory talk (29:41).Also available on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThidLy4FGvUHost: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-08-0242 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' 610 Thoughts: Better Call Gene?It's closing time in a black and white Cinnabon in Nebraska so Bankole and Ebube are discussing the latest 'Better Call Saul' episode including their thoughts on the long-awaited Gene check-in (4:15), already getting two quasi-season finales for the show (20:00) and some bonus excitement for HBO's upcoming 'House of the Dragon' (31:35).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube Ubochi Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-07-2844 min
Popcorn for DinnerLet's remind you what happened in 'Industry' Season 1It's RIF day so Bankole, Eyo and Victor have gathered to discuss Season 1 of 'Industry' (6:59), their thoughts on the sex and drug use in the show (14:00), the delightfully unlikeable characters (24:06), the great Ken Leung (58:56) and what they'll like to see in Season 2 (1:02:46).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem and Victor DamaProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-07-251h 07
Popcorn for Dinner'Ms. Marvel' Finale and the 'Better Call Saul' 608 ReturnBankole is joined one final time by Faridah to discuss the Season 1 finale of 'Ms. Marvel' (3:06) including that huge reveal (16:06). Then Jibbz and Ebube get into the spoiler-heavy return of 'Better Call Saul' (27:53)Host: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guests: Faridah and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-07-1552 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Ms. Marvel' 105 ReactionsBankole and Faridah have travelled back in time to quickly discuss the fifth and penultimate episode of 'Ms. Marvel' all before the last train. They discuss the show's strengths being on full display in the first half of the episode, some of its weaknesses, Faridah's glee at people dying and a realisation she makes, 10 years too late. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-07-0826 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Ms. Marvel' 104 & 'Westworld' Season 4 Premiere!We're all alone in our cabin in the woods as Bankole enthusiastically recommends people check out 'The Bear' (4:10) before he and Mo discuss the 'Westworld' Season 4 premiere and how the show may have learnt from its past sins (8:50) and then jetting off to Karachi to get into the Pakistan-set 4th episode of 'Ms. Marvel' (24:30)Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: MoProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-07-0149 min
Popcorn for Dinner'The Boys' 306: Our 'Herogasm' Reactions!Bankole is bringing Robert and Liam along for this year's Herogasm and they start by discussing the event itself (4:16), before going into the rest of the episode's status quo altering events with our main characters (8:05), A-Train getting his revenge and maybe learning something (41:26), and Kimiko and Frenchie's continuously endearing side missions (50:19). Content Warning!Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Robert and Liam Production by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-06-271h 04
Popcorn for Dinner'Ms. Marvel' 103 & 'The Boys' So Far!It's a strong tonal whiplash on this episode as Bankole and Faridah first get into episode 3 of the always wholesome 'Ms. Marvel' (3:32)before discussing Season 3 of the far-from-wholesome 'The Boys' (35:16)ahead of its highly anticipated 'Herogasm' episode. Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-06-2451 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Ms. Marvel' Episode 2 Reactions!It's Eid again (the smaller one), so Bankole and Faridah gather to talk about the second episode of 'Ms. Marvel' (3:45), especially the Muslim representation that was front and center in the episode (6:11) and the role the Partition of India may play in the show's narrative (33:12).Plus thoughts on London boys, their accents, the British monarchy & much more!Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu iheji
2022-06-1746 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' Midseason Finale Plus 'Top Gun' (1986)Bankole discusses finally watching the 1986 film, 'Top Gun' (3:00) and they share their expectations for the sequel before analysing the shocking events of the midseason finale of 'Better Call Saul' (10:00).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-05-2753 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Barry' 304 & 'Better Call Saul' 606 Reactions!Bankole and Obiora discuss the semi-resolutions that have occurred at the halfway point of this 'Barry' season (7:00) before trying to understand everyone's plans on 'Better Call Saul' and discussing the way we've been trained to anticipate *something* happening during final seasons (19:41)Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Production: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-05-1942 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' Reactions!Bankole is joined by Zikora and Priscilla for some dreamwalking lessons as they dive deep into the latest MCU film, 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness'. They begin by discussing some of the things that weren't successful in the film (4:52), before discussing the two main characters and performances- Benedict Cumberbatch's Stephen Strange (12:24) and Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff (35:36). They also touch on the filmmaking led by Sam Raimi (1:09:47), their picks for the most ridiculous rumoured cameo (1:20:45) and ponder the question of whether the MCU is now 'too big to not be big (in its storytelling)' (1:22:45).
2022-05-161h 31
Popcorn for DinnerNetflix woes, 'Better Call Saul' 604 & 'Barry' 302 Reactions!Bankole and the long lost Jibbz are joined by Ebube to talk about what he's watching & give their points of view on the recent Netflix woes (3:43), two of our favourite characters finally meeting amidst beautiful storytelling in Better Call Saul (19:33), and then Bankole and Obiora discuss the depressing developments in the latest episode of Barry (48:40). Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Ebube UbochiProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka Nnamani Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-05-051h 04
Popcorn for Dinner'Moon Knight' Episode 5 ReactionsBankole gives his thoughts on the emotional fifth episode of Moon Knight (2:40), including the connection he felt the episode shared with Shutter Island (8:53). Then he talks about his anticipation for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and his to-watch recommendations ahead of the film (20:23).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-05-0224 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Better Call Saul' 603 ThoughtsBankole gets into his feelings and thoughts on the massive events of Episode 603 of Better Call Saul (2:21) before being joined by Sam Neal to preview the upcoming Andrew Garfield starrer, Under the Banner of Heaven (21:43).Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Sam Neal Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka Nnamani Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-04-2831 min
Popcorn for DinnerNew TV Recommendations + 'The Northman'Bankole and Ebuka start off with spoiler-free accounts of their experiences watching Robert Eggers' latest film, 'The Northman', starring Alexander Skarsgård & Anya Taylor-Joy and why everyone should be rushing to see the film (4:35). Then Bankole recommends a bunch of shows that people should be checking out, including new releases (22:28) and some returning shows (31:52).Host: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka NnamaniSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-04-2150 min
Popcorn for DinnerWhy you should be watching 'Better Call Saul'Still not watching 'Better Call Saul'? Bankole is joined by Gilligan-verse (and BoJack) enthusiasts to tell you why you should be watching the show (2:31). Then they go into the events of Season 5 and what could be in store for the final season, with spoilers (8:06), including how the show may fit into the 'Breaking Bad' Timeline (16:23).Is 'Better Call Saul' better than 'Breaking Bad'?We are also on Youtube- https://youtu.be/he5RVYEctXUHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Baba & KrisProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani...
2022-04-1400 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Moon Knight' Episode 2 ReactionsBankole and Ebuka are joined by Cedric to discuss the latest episode of 'Moon Knight'. Out the gate, Ebuka tries to make the case for 'Morbius' (2:26) before they go into their thoughts on the episode and the show so far (5:29)Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka Nnamani and CedricProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole Imoukhuede Social production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-04-1149 min
Popcorn for DinnerAn Interview with a Peaky BlinderBankole is joined by Stefan Healy, who played Gilly Ray on the final season of 'Peaky Blinders' to talk about his experience landing the role, and the error that led to him losing a role in Disney's 2017 live-action remake of 'Beauty and the Beast' (6:01). He also shares what it felt like being on set with the likes of Cillian Murphy, Paul Anderson and Stephen Graham (18:18).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Stefan HealyProduction by: Ebuka Nnanamni and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-04-0750 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Moon Knight' premieres, 'Atlanta' returns... and Morbius!Bankole is joined by the great TMT from the Submarine and a Roach podcast to discuss the flurry of great TV shows currently airing, but first, they do a dash through general pop culture and talk about the critical reception to Sony's 'Morbius' (5:58). They then recommend some shows you should definitely be watching (15:04) before gushing about the return of Donald Glover's incredible 'Atlanta' (23:25)and the premiere of Marvel's latest Disney+ show, 'Moon Knight' (42:15).Submarine and a Roach Podcast- https://link.rivetapp.co/submaroachBeyond Tulsa: The Secret History of Flooding Black Towns to Make Lakes...
2022-04-041h 06
Popcorn for Dinner2022 Oscars Instant Reactions: WHAT JUST HAPPENED?Another chaotic Academy Awards is now behind us and Bankole and Obiora try to make sense of all of it, starting of course with *that* slap (1:30) before they give their thoughts on how the rest of the telecast went (20:17).WE ARE NOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtR2O4BK5p4CdAt4lXRosKAHosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Production by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji
2022-03-2854 min
Popcorn for Dinner'The Power of the Dog', 'Belfast' & our Top 5 Films of 2021Ahead of the 2022 Academy Awards, Bankole and Obiora discuss two films hoping to win the top prize, Jane Campion's 'The Power of the Dog', along with its Oscar chances (15:46) and its spoilers (19:00) as well as Kenneth Branagh's semi-autobiographical 'Belfast' and its own Oscar chances (36:55). Then they share their Top 5 films from last year (40:49).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora Ifeacho Production by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-03-2459 min
Popcorn for Dinner'The Batman' Sequel DraftWe're DRAFTING! Ebuka, Emmanuel and Nicki join Bankole to peruse the expansive Bat-universe and draft the characters they think would make the best sequel to Matt Reeves' blockbuster, 'The Batman' (3:40). When all's said and drafted, they then explain the storylines of their sequels and how these characters come into play (1:02:57). Please don't forget to vote for who you think has the best movie on our Twitter- https://twitter.com/popcorn_dinner/status/1506236855821512704Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka, Emmanuel & NickiProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial P...
2022-03-211h 33
Popcorn for DinnerDON'T DRINK THE TEA: Celebrating 5 years of 'Get Out' using 'Last Night in Soho'To mark the 5 year anniversary of the UK release of Jordan Peele's instant classic, 'Get Out', Bankole & Ebuka venture into the sunken place to talk about it in the context of another 'social thriller' from last year, Edgar Wright's 'Last Night in Soho'.They first give their thoughts on 'Last Night in Soho' (4:25) before talking about its spoilers (11:08) and then its themes, including what it says about the toxicity of nostalgia (18:14). Then they go all in on 'Get Out' (32:46) and how it portrays the toxicity of white allyship (45:24).Host: Bankole Imoukhuede
2022-03-171h 13
Popcorn for DinnerTo the Batman: Our 'The Batman' ReactionsIt's raining in Gotham again, so Bankole, Ebuka and Emmanuel gather to discuss Matt Reeves' 'The Batman'. They discuss their relationships to the character and give their thoughts on the latest film (5:30), including their verdicts on Battinson's performance (15:59) and the performances of the rest of the cast (25:50), concluding with Zoe Kravitz' electric performance as Selina Kyle (40:05).They then give some flowers to some of the filmmaking craft on show (50:36), before Bankole reveals what he thinks is the film's strongest asset and how it expertly deconstructs the idea of 'Batman' (1:08:52)Link to the...
2022-03-141h 30
Popcorn for DinnerThe WILL SMITH TOP 3 & 'King Richard'Bankole and Ebuka are joined by actor, Kosa Akaraiwe to discuss the Best Picture nominee, 'King Richard' (2:47)including how the movie reframes their understanding of Richard Williams (8:56) and also the great Will Smith's performance in the film (17:43). Later, they talk about Will Smith's movie star career and speculate on what the next few years could look like for him (28:52) before they rank their favourite performances of his (36:45) and Kosa talks about his latest short film, now available online, 'Cracked' (1:09:11).You can watch 'Cracked' here- https://vimeo.com/685164222H...
2022-03-081h 13
Popcorn for Dinner'The Lost Daughter', 'Passing' & our favourite Female directed films of 2021Bankole is joined by friends of the podcast, Somto and Hajer (from 'Downtime with Hajer') to discuss Maggie Gyllenhaal's 'The Lost Daughter' (8:16) and its spoilers (12:14) before tackling Rebecca Hall's own directorial debut, 'Passing' (43:07) and its spoiler-y ending (54:09). They then proceed to recommend some more female-directed movies from last year (1:09:10).'Downtime with Hajer' podcast- https://linktr.ee/downtimeHZHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Somto & Hajer Producers: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-03-031h 21
Popcorn for DinnerLet's (finally) talk about 'Dune'!It's time!! Bankole is joined by Eyo and Victor to finally share all their 'Dune' thoughts (6:03) including Denis Villeneuve being a master of his craft and love for the many, many movie stars in the film. Then, Bankole is joined by John-Paul for an exit survey on the film, imperial beards and just why he loves Rebecca Ferguson so much (58:39). Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem and Victor Dama & John-Paul NwaezeigweProduction: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-02-211h 28
Popcorn for DinnerThe Musicals of 2021Musical-theatre loving sisters, Adanna & Kelechi, join Bankole to share their introductions to musicals and why they love them so much (2:21), then discuss three of 2021's best musicals, John M. Chu's film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's stage musical, 'In the Heights' (9:42), Lin-Manuel's own directorial debut, 'tick, tick...BOOM!' and finally, Steven Spielberg's Best Picture nominated 2021 remake of 'West Side Story' (58:30).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Kelechi Obijuru and Adanna ObijuruProdcution: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2022-02-141h 30
Popcorn for Dinner2021 TV shows you missed & Bankole’s Top 10 of the Year!Bankole is joined by Jeremiah to discuss some of his most cherished, under-reported TV gems from this year (02:06) before Bankole names his Top 10 Television shows of 2021 (29:51).No SpoilersHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Jeremiah AkpotohwoProduction: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2021-12-2252 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Succession' Season 3 Finale Reactions- Sausages and ShipsEveryone gathers to discuss the impeccable Season 3 finale of 'Succession'. Ebube returns to join Bankole, Obiora and an inconspicuous Ebuka, in poring over the events of the episode and where it leaves its characters, including the new roads the status-quo smashing actions could create (4:18).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora IfeachoGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2021-12-161h 27
Popcorn for Dinner'Succession' 308 & 309 PreviewEbube joins Bankole to give his thoughts on 'Succession' Season 3 so far via some entry survey questions (2:38) and then preview the final 2 episodes of the season (29:27). He also talks about the documentary he co-directed and co-produced earlier this year, 'Safe Spaces' (50:54).Link to 'Safe Spaces'- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieBZdIoK6LQHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeAdditional Production: Moti OgunsinaSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji
2021-12-0355 min
Popcorn for Dinner'Soulmates' Episodes 5 & 6 and Bankole somehow ends up being the hopeless romantic of the groupIn the second part of our discussion on 'Soulmates', Bankole and Ebuka discuss the prospect Episode 5 presents of taking the test and finding out your soulmate is dead (2:10), Episode 6 and what the results of your test could say about the parts of you that you aren't willing to confront (11:11). Then, Victoria finally makes her debut on the pod to share her overall thoughts on the show (19:56) and emphasises her preference for 'friend soulmates' over 'romantic soulmates'. Additionally, they discuss the difference in difficulty for men and women finding love (36:43), reveal their best and worst episodes from the first season (52:58...
2021-08-131h 07
Popcorn for DinnerThe Triumphant Return; Bankole's Back!After a brief hiatus, Bankole is back and he and Obiora discuss his experience finally shooting his short film, 'We Move: The Resilience of Youth' (03:26), then they go into some recently released TV shows and movies that they are excited to finally watch (14:09). Then, it's a two-parter on 'Mare of Easttown'; first, they discuss the show in general (28:08) and the aftermath of the big events in Episode 5 (31:38), then they finally watch Episode 6 and dissect the revelations from that episode (40:17). They finish by recommending two George Clooney classics that everyone needs to see (59:35). Hosts: Bankole I...
2021-05-271h 04