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TV TopicsEp 11: MIKE BIRBIGLIA Talks 'The Old Man and the Pool', His Craft, and some TV TopicsComedian and Actor MIKE BIRBIGLIA grabs a seat on the TV Topics couch to talk with host Steven Prusakowski about his comedy career, his latest special 'The Old Man and the Pool' and also answers some TV TOPICS questions that explore him through his TV viewing past, present, and hypotheticals.
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TV TopicsEp 10: Fargo's DAVID RYSDAHL Talks About FX's ALIEN series + That Final Fargo Scene, Wayne, Working with Juno, Biscuits and some TV TopicsGuest DAVID RYSDAHL of 'FARGO' Season 5 grabs a seat on the TV Topics couch to talk with host Steven Prusakowski about his incredible work as Wayne Lyon, the husband of Juno Temple's Dot. The actor who starred in one of my favorite films NINE DAYS also answers some carefully selected TV TOPICS questions that explore him through his TV viewing past, present, and hypotheticals.
We also had to discuss those biscuits.
UPDATED: The episode now includes David discussing the upcoming FX 'ALIEN' series, also created by 'Fargo', Noah Hawley.
Photo courtesy of FX Ne...2024-01-231h 15
TV TopicsEp 9: Guest RHYS DARBY Talks 'Our Flag Means Death' + 'Flight of the ConChords' and some TV TopicsGuest RHYS DARBY of 'OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH' grabs a seat on the TV Topics couch to talk with host Steven Prusakowski about his incredible work as Stede Bonnet on the beloved Max series. He also answers some carefully selected TV TOPICS questions.
Rhys was exactly the kind of guest you would expect - funny, talkative and providing very thoughtful answers. If you think you know Rhys, wait until you listen to this episode. He does not disappoint.
If you enjoy the conversation, please - go ahead, SUBSCRIBE and share with a friend.
2023-12-0544 min
TV TopicsEp 4: Guest CHRISTINA RICCI of 'YELLOWJACKETS' talks about her work and some TV TopicsWelcome to another episode of TV Topics. Host Steven Prusakowski is your TV guide, walking you through the TV landscape along with co-host Abe Friedtanzer.
You will know this episode's guest star from her work on Showtime's Yellowjackets, as the 1990s Wednesday Addams, Marilyn Thornhill on Netflix's Wednesday, Buffalo 66, Black Snake Moan, Sleepy Hollow and much, much more. Of course, it's the incredible CHRISTINA RICCI. She sits on the TV Topics couch as we bounce around her TV time from her favorite primetime show as a kid, to her TV guilty pleasure, what show she would like t...2023-06-1636 min
TV TopicsEp 3: CHRISTA MILLER of 'SHRINKING' is our guest to talk TV Topics and her work on the series... plus rocks and rock musicWelcome to another episode of TV Topics. Host Steven Prusakowski is your TV guide, walking you through the TV landscape along with co-host Abe Friedtanzer.
You will know this episode's guest star from her work on Apple TV+'s Shrinking and sitcoms like Scrubs, Cougar Town , The Drew Carey Show and much, much more. Of course, it's the spectacular CHRISTA MILLER. She sits on the TV Topics couch as we bounce around her TV time from her favorite primetime show as a kid, to her TV guilty pleasure, what show she would like to live in and mu...2023-06-1340 min
TV TopicsEp 2: PADDY CONSIDINE Guest Hosts to Talk TV Topics and His Work on 'House of the Dragon'Welcome back to TV Topics podcast. Host, Steven Prusakowski is your guide walking you through the TV landscape along with co-host Abe Friedtanzer (also joined also by guest host Emilia Yu).
You will know this episode's guest star from his incredible work as King Viserys on HBO's House of the Dragon, the touching film In America, starring with Simon Pegg in Edgar Wright's The World's End and Hot Fuzz and much, much more. Of course, it's the remarkable PADDY CONSIDINE. He sits on the TV Topics couch as we bounce around his TV timeline from his favorite pri...2023-06-0934 min
The 'Verse!Episode 96: The Squad Goes 'Into the SpiderVerse' to Prepare for the SequelsThe squad looks back on 2018’s Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse in anticipation of the newly released sequel, Across the Spider-Verse. Which we all have seen but cannot discuss yet because we are too busy interviewing some of the coolest people behind Star Trek: Picard... oh yeah and most the cast of The Boys. You know how it is, whatever Door-thy (our resident murderous AI sentient doorway) wants, she gets. Don't worry, we'll catch up soon.
Make sure you give us a follow on your favorite podcast platform to be notified of our upcoming coverage of Across the Spide...2023-06-0958 min
TV TopicsEp 1: ROSE BYRNE is our Special Guest Host to Talk TV Topics and Her Work on 'Physical'Welcome to the pilot episode of TV Topics. Host Steven Prusakowski is your TV guide, walking you through the TV landscape along with co-host Abe Friedtanzer (and also joined by guest host Danny Jarabek) .
You will know this episode's guest star from her work on Apple TV+'s Physical, the hilarious hit film Bridesmaids, FX's Damages and much, much more. Of course, it's the remarkable ROSE BYRNE. She sits on the TV Topics couch as we bounce around her TV time from her favorite primetime show as a kid, to what show made her cry most recently...2023-06-0236 min
The 'Verse!Episode #80 - 'THE LAST OF US' and 'THE LEGEND OF VOX MACHINA' Season 2 - Two Hotly Anticipated Premieres!In this back to back premiere episode we start by covering HBO Max's The Last of Us, a TV adaptation of the landmark 2013 video game. The series asks what would happen if a parasitic fungi evolved to infect humanity, with the chilling prediction, "We'd lose." The squad has a range of different histories with the original video game, from complete strangers to the franchise to having completed it on hard mode (as Norm likes to remind us). Could this be the best video game adaptation to date? Tune in every week to find out!
Next week revisit...2023-01-211h 18
The 'Verse!Episode 79: PREVIEWING 2023 IN GEEK-TAINMENT - Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, Prime Video's Offerings, aka The Future-'Verse!The Squad covers their news segment in record time under duress before jumping into The Future-'Verse!, a spirited discussion of what releases we’re looking forward to in 2023. Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, Fast and Furious, Dungeons and Dragons, there’s so much to be excited about and we want to share it with you! All rated on our hot, medium, mild scale. Although we do make some exceptions. Tune in for the definitive guide to all things nerdy and cinematic universal to look forward to this year, plus a couple extra pet projects we can’t wait for.
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The 'Verse!Episode #78 - Our Old-Fashioned, OUTER SPACE HOLIDAY SPECIAL + a Marvel Disney+ Series RANKING SHOWThe 'Verse! Squad celebrates the holidays in the most festive way possible with an old-fashioned outer space holiday special that includes special guests, a heft dose of holiday cheer (and rum), and plenty of surprises. You may even shed a tear. If you are a loyal fan of The 'Verse!, this episode will reward you for listening. If you are new to the podcast, it is a great jumping in point that will certainly have you listening to old episodes to learn more about all the antics. For those who love the Christmas specials and movies, you'll have fun c...2023-01-051h 03
The 'Verse!Episode #77 - The 'Verse! Pre-Holiday Almost Holiday Special // THE GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Holiday Special // T3: NEW TRAILER REVIEWSBefore The 'Verse! Squad heads down to earth to celebrate the holidays with their families, friends and televisions, they gather to deliver their takes on the latest Guardians of the Galaxy content, the THE GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY HOLIDAY SPECIAL, as well as reviewing some of the latest film trailers in T3: Trailer: Trash, Treasure, or "Hey, thaT looks okay!" covering everything from Indiana Jones to Avatar. Some Grinches may have been in the room for this segment.
Plus we close out as we always do (or do we) with a fun Post Credit Scene that will...2022-12-071h 10
The 'Verse!Episode 76: BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER and ANDOR series finale and wrap-upThe Squad! rings in the holiday season with two major segments. First we discuss the season one finale of dark horse Star Wars series Andor. It’s got action, political intrigue, a standout cast of rogues, criminal masterminds, reluctant and die-hard rebel double agents, what more can you ask for? The only notable exclusion? Light sabers. Were you a fan? Do you feel Andor needs more light sabers or is this a welcome reprieve? Tell us on Twitter or Instagram @TheVerseCast!
Next we review the much-anticipated Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever. We discuss what we loved, what we co...2022-11-301h 59
The 'Verse!Episode 75: ANDOR what!? Catching up on the Star Wars rebellion seriesThe squad speeds off to a galaxy far, far away NOT to Tatooine for once, but Ferrix, Narkina 5, and Coruscant to discuss and break down Disney+’s ANDOR, following the titular hero (Diego Luna) from Rogue One to uncover his backstory. This series might just be a new squad favorite with our reactions ranging from unbridled admiration to begrudging acknowledgement. Tune in for our takes, tangents, And/Or predictions (get it?)!
Send us your questions and comments on Twitter or Instagram @TheVerseCast! Be sure to follow us as well to stay up to date on the latest cine...2022-11-171h 10
The 'Verse!Episode 74: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - Finale & Season 1 final takes + News + Ranking all of A Song of Ice and Fire (aka GOT) seasonsThe Squad returns to Westeros to cover the finale of Hot D!! Or, as Norm prefers to call it, House of the Dragon… We unpack the episode from the point of view of ASOIAF experts and newcomers to determine how many dragons we would rate the show out of. We also share our theories (no spoilers) and rank the first season of this show alongside every season of Game of Thrones.
We also return with our cinematic news coverage to discuss some unexpected Harry Potter news, Henry Cavill's departure from The Witcher, and a familiar face entering Mar...2022-11-101h 23
The 'Verse!Episode 73: More 'ANDOR' and 'HOUSE OF THE DRAGON,' DC and DOCTOR WHO News and a little HalloweenThe ‘Verse! plays ketchup - oops, that's catchup on Disney+'s ANDOR (episodes 4 - 6) and HBO's HOUSE OF THE DRAGON (episode 8 and 9 - the finale conversation comes soon), plus we cover some big DC and DOCTOR WHO news.
Send us your questions and comments on Twitter or Instagram @TheVerseCast! Be sure to follow us as well to stay up to date on the latest cinematic universe news and announcements about the pod.
If you stick around after the credits, you might learn how NOT to do Halloween…
SHOW BREAKDOWN: 0:00 - Intro // 2:45 - Cinematic Univers...2022-10-281h 42
The 'Verse!Episode 72: Back to back finales! 'She-Hulk' & 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power'The ‘Verse! wraps up their coverage of both Marvel’s She-Hulk and Amazon Prime Video’s Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power in this finale-packed episode. With She-Hulk, we discuss that ending and share what we loved, what irked us, and where we might see our favorite female lawyer of the year next!
Next we do a deep dive into the last half of season one of The Rings of Power, and discuss every big reveal of the season finale. Did the series live up to your expectations? Did you have a favorite storyline? Listen to hea...2022-10-251h 40
The 'Verse!Episode 71: Catching up with 'House of the Dragon' (Hot D!!), a very Marvel Halloween 'Werewolf By Night,' plus our time at New York Comic Con!The 'Verse! squad gears up for spooky season with our coverage of Marvel's Werewolf by Night special. Awooo!
More House of the Dragon with episodes 5, 6, and 7. We were behind but we're caught up on the latest murders, schemes, and incest of our favorite insane fantasy fam. We round off this packed episode with a special New York Comic Con edition of The 'Verse! News. We share all the deets of Norm and the mysterious Filmsnork's Con experience from Star Trek to LOTR to DC and more.
If you stick around after the credits, you might...2022-10-161h 56
The 'Verse!Episode #70: Three Episodes of 'SHE-HULK' (eps 5, 6, & 7 / aka a '3-Hulk' episode) + our Trailer Review Segment T:3Welcome back to The 'Verse! For this episode we are seeing not doubles, but triples - consider it The Rule of 3s. We discuss three very different episodes of SHE-HULK and then dive into some trailers in our segment T:3, Trailer: Trash, Treasure or Hey, ThaT's Okay. For this segment we look at the final WAKANDA FOREVER trailer and more closely explore HBO's THE LAST OF US.
Plus, if you stick around after the credits, we talk What We're Watching... spoiler alert, some great shows.2022-10-051h 11
The 'Verse!Episode #69: We discuss Star Wars: ANDOR eps 1-3, ‘The Last of Us’ Trailer, the Deadpool/Wolverine Announcement, and/or Other NewsThe ‘Verse! is a unique place. While it is full of fangirls and fanboys who love to celebrate their favorite cinematic universes, they’re also honest and fair about the content they cover. If they love something, you’ll know. If they don’t, trust me you’ll know. If they disagree , they certainly let eachother know. Andor is no exception.
As they discuss the story of Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in a galaxy far, far away… one that feels like the least Star Warsy of all Star Wars to date, they don’t hold back. While leaning toward...2022-09-3057 min
The 'Verse!Episode #68: 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' eps 3 & 4 + The 'Verse! ConfessesWe continue our discussion of Amazon Prime Video's Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Tune in for a rich conversation between Lord of the Rings noobs, lovers, and "always extended edition" obsessors. Where do you fall on the spectrum and what do you think of the show?
After MUCH deliberation, we also unveil a new segment: The 'Verse! Confessions. Ever curious about your devoted, charismatic, and probably good looking hosts? This segment is your chance to learn more as we respond to a surprise prompt organized by our producer, the mysterious @filmsnork. Send us your...2022-09-241h 23
The 'Verse!Episode #67 - More 'House of the Dragon' (Hot D!), 'She-Hulk,' and Our Takes on all the D23 Expo and Star Trek Day AnnouncementsIn an episode that goes a little off the rails The Squad has a lot of fun while still delivering an in-depth look at two very different series She-Hulk and (Hooot Deeee!) aka House of the Dragon. We continue our discussion of She-Hulk's where Wong and Madisynn stir up a whole bunch of entertaining conversations.
Next we jump genres and universes to continue our HotD coverage. Tune in to hear about the latest in Westeros circa Targaryen Dynasty, Easter eggs and details you missed, and more Song of Ice and Fire lore than you signed up for.2022-09-181h 36
The 'Verse!Episode #66: 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' and 'Star Trek: Lower Decks'Most of The 'Verse! Squad is back together to discuss Amazon Prime Video's mega-expensive trip into Middleearth in the new series, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. We also explore the animated Star Trek series Lower Decks. Norm and Lucas had already watched the first two season, Emilia is jumping in a a series newb. You'll get several perspectives so if you are a fan or just considering watching we have you covered.
Stick around until after the credits to find out just why BURT did not take part in the episode.
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The 'Verse!Episode #65: 'She-Hulk' ep2 & 'House of the Dragon' ep2 Discussion and Easter eggsThe squad delves into dual episodes dos! We continue our discussion of She-Hulk's short but sweet second episode and share our unbiased judgments. Agree? Disagree? Let us know on Twitter @TheVerseCast if you think we deserve a fat settlement or 5-10 with no parole for our opinions.
Next we jump genres and universes to continue our HotD coverage. Tune in to hear about the latest in Westeros circa Targaryen Dynasty, Easter eggs and details you missed, and more Song of Ice and Fire lore than you signed up for.
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram...2022-09-021h 16
The 'Verse!Episode #64: Double Premieres! 'She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' and 'House of the Dragon'Call up Doctor Bridget BS because we’re seeing double! Double premieres that is. First up the squad’s due in court to see Jennifer Walters (Tatiana Maslany) in action as the titular mean green machine in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. We give our testimony from every perspective whether it be feminist, comics expert, film critic, or just plain tired of Internet flame wars fan. Did we like it? Tune in to hear our ruling.
Next we step back into a cinematic universe that’s been a sore spot for the squad in the past..A Song of Ice...2022-08-281h 30
The 'Verse!Episode #63: THE BOYS Season 3 Breakdown and Discussion - Plus News!As promised, the squad returns to Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys for a thorough breakdown of season 3. We jump in headfirst (series opening scene pun intended) to share our favorite moments, most insane deaths, and make predictions for season 4. If you’re a fan, be sure to tune in because we leave no bloodstained, coke-spattered stones unturned in this breakdown.
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast and now on Instagram too - where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions.
If you stick around after the credits, you might hear Karl Urban...2022-08-191h 19
The 'Verse!Episode #62: THE BOYS Season 1 & 2 Retrospective and the BATGIRL & the case of the WB / HBO Max DebacleThe squad breaks down the merger of Warner Bros and Discovery and the flood of concern over the future of many HBO Max and DCEU properties. If you’ve been more than a little confused about the who, what, and WHY of all the drama, be sure to tune into our news section.
We follow up with an extended retrospective of Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys seasons 1 and 2. We cover what went down, our favorite moments, and the most diabolical deaths and fights. We are all certified fans of this Supe satire, and can’t wait to tac...2022-08-101h 44
The 'Verse!Episode #61: SOLO: A Han Story Blindspot! + Marvel Phase 4 Defense + San Diego Comic Con Reactions and T3 SegmentThe squad revisits Emilia’s ever-shrinking Star Wars blindspot with a discussion and dissection of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Soon, she’ll rise as a padawan no more, but a fully fledged Jedi…hopefully. Don’t let her on the forums or we might have a Sith-uation on our hands. In this episode you can rewatch the hotly-debated Solo film with us through the fresh eyes of a newcomer.
We also react to the firehose of cinematic universe news from San Diego Comic Con. We report on everything you need to know for DC, Lord of the Ring...2022-08-011h 57
The 'Verse!Episode #60: 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Finale + Closing out 'Ms. Marvel' (eps 5 & 6 - finale) School's out!The Squad! wraps up The 'Verse! Academy's 101 class on Star Trek with a final exam to determine their Trekkie status. We discuss the finale of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and compete to see who knows the most and who's been more delinquent than a couple of cadets on shore leave.
We also wrap up our coverage of Disney+'s Ms. Marvel with a double feature covering episodes 5 and 6. Tune in to hear our discussion, Easter eggs, and theories for what might be one of our favorite Marvel TV shows!
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast...2022-07-231h 49
The 'Verse!#60.5 - Extended 'Verse! Interview: 'THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY' Creator and Showrunner, STEVE BLACKMAN!'The Umbrella Academy' has been entertaining audiences with impending apocalypses for three seasons thanks to the amazing work of series Creator, Showrunner, EP, and Writer Steve Blackman. He sat down with The 'Verse! to discuss his work on the series in an entertaining and informative conversation. Give it a listen, but be warned there are SPOILERS - proceed with caution.
(Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Netflix) - Courtesy of Netflix.2022-07-2136 min
The 'Verse!Extended ‘Verse! Interview #59.5: Bisha K. Ali - 'Ms. Marvel' Showrunner, Head Writer & Executive Producer'Ms. Marvel' Showrunner, Head Writer, and Executive Producer, Bisha K. Ali steps into The 'Verse! to discuss her work on the Disney+ Marvel series. We cover her origin story as a video gamer and dreamer to Hollywood writer to 'Loki' writer all the way to head writer on 'Ms. Marvel.'
Ali's work on the series has focused on telling a superhero story we can all relate to, her main character Kamala Khan is a teenager growing up in America who just happens to have superpowers. We will not put spoilers in this description, but the further...2022-07-1345 min
The 'Verse!Episode #59: 'Thor: Love and Thunder' Review, LOVE or BLUNDER? - plus some poetry, of courseIn this episode The 'Verse! Squad gathers to judge if the latest Marvel film, Thor: Love and Thunder is worthy of praise or should be smashed to pieces with Mjölnir. Unfortunately, Bridget and BURT (our cockney-slinging robot) are still down on earth for CockneyCon22. They will be back next week.
For those unfamiliar The 'Verse! handles reviews in a unique way; we start with our original poetry to tease our thoughts on the film (don't worry, it is much more fun than it sounds), we follow that with a spoiler-free take on the film, followed by a...2022-07-121h 03
The 'Verse!Episode 58: 'Ms. Marvel' (eps 3 & 4), plus 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' (eps 8 & 9), & an Interview w/ Dr. M'Benga Babs Olusanmokuna - A Double Double Feature!The squad dives into two episodes each of Disney+’s Ms. Marvel and Paramount+’s Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. After a cautious opening with Ms. Marvel, we are fully on board with Kamala Khan’s imagination, courage, and Gen Z sensibilities. After episodes 3 and 4, we can’t wait to see how this series (or season?) wraps up!
Next we return to The Verse! Academy's 101 coverage of Star Trek with our penultimate class of the semester with episodes 8 and 9, stopping just before the season finale. Reviewing these two philosophy-laden episodes together with our coverage of Ms. Marvel’s deft han...2022-07-081h 39
The 'Verse!Episode 57 - OBI-WAN KENOBI Finale/Series Reviewed & Dissected, News, more STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS eps 6 & 7So much content, so little time. Let 'The Verse! guide you through it all. This week we cover some news. We close out our coverage of Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi with a finale and series breakdown and discussion. Plus another visit to the classroom of The Admiral to do some Star Trek 101 with our classroom like approach to discussing Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. We cover the series and use it as an entry point for potential new fans while entertaining those more established Trek fans. It is a fun and informative trip into a universe with a lot...2022-07-011h 37
The 'Verse!Episode 56: Interview w/ 'Peacemaker' star DANIELLE BROOKS, 'OBI-WAN KENOBI' Penultimate Episode, + more of Disney+'s 'MS. MARVEL'Hello 'Verslings! We have something special this week, but please keep it on the down low. Okay scrap that - tell EVERYONE! We we summonsed back into The Door to speak with 'Peacemaker' star Danielle Brooks. It was an amazing conversation that was both funny and informative. If you enjoyed the series and Brooks you will love this interview.
We also head to Jersey City to hang out with out 'Ms. Marvel' some more. We close with a lively discussion about the penultimate episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi.' Be sure to follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast to jo...2022-06-222h 02
The 'Verse!Episode 55: The latest Marvel TV series / Ms. Marvel Premiere and Obi-Wan Kenobi Ep4Iconic lead actor alert!! The squad dives into discussion of not just one, but TWO lead actors who are absolutely killing it. The first is Iman Vellani in her onscreen debut as Kamala Khan in Ms. Marvel. We see great things ahead for this visually stunning and effortlessly charming coming of age story. Plus superpowers!
Our second iconic actor is of course Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan in his titular series. We continue our coverage with episode 4. Tune in for reviews, Easter eggs, and predictions for the season finale and a potential season two.
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The 'Verse!Episode 54: 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Ep3 Breakdown, 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Eps 4 & 5 - Space School 101 ContinuesThe Squad continues their space education with another session of The 'Verse! Academy, covering topics like episodes 4 & 5 of Paramount+'s Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. We're in for a treat with our first entirely crew-focused episode followed by a deep dive into Spock's psyche and personal life. Lots on the agenda for new and returning fans!
We continue our coverage of Disney+'s six part Obi-Wan Kenobi series with episode three. Things are really heating up for old Ben Kenobi and we're here to discuss our reactions, Easter eggs, and theories.
Follow us on Twitter...2022-06-151h 29The 'Verse!Extended ‘Verse! Interview #53.5: ‘Moon Knight’ Creator, Jeremy Slater, discusses the Marvel / Disney+ seriesThe Squad sits down with Jeremy Slater, creator of Disney+’s Moon Knight, also known for his work on The Umbrella Academy and Fantastic Four. We were so excited to discuss one of our favorite Marvel Disney+ TV series and one of Slater’s favorite superheroes. We talk early comic book obsessions, the lengths you go to for authentic representation, the ever-changing Marvel timeline, and so much more.
If you’re hungry for more Moon Knight content, check out our coverage of the series starting with episode 47.2022-06-0335 minThe 'Verse!Episode 53: We Discuss 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' First Takes, and a Star Wars 'Rogue One' BLINDSPOTThe Squad continues excavating Emilia's Star Wars blindspot with a discussion of Rogue One. Were you a fan of this film? Do you consider it a proper Star Wars entry without the presence of our beloved Skywalker's? Let us know on Twitter!
We also cover Disney+'s hotly-anticipated Obi-Wan Kenobi premiere. We have Ewan McGregor, his Keno-beard, and that classic Obi-Wan sass. What's not to love? Tune in for discussion, theories, and more.
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions.
If you stick...2022-06-011h 35The 'Verse!Episode 52: Trailer Talk (She-Hulk & The Boys) + Star Trek: Strange New Worlds episodes 2 & 3The Squad gears up for an exciting summer of film and TV premieres with a rousing round of 'T3' - Trailer: Trash, Treasure, or…Hey! THAT Looks Okay. We break down the trailers for Marvel’s upcoming series, She-Hulk, and for Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys season three. Did you catch any of these trailers? Tune in to see if you agree with our ratings.
We delve back into the Star Trek classroom with another round of The 'Verse! Academy's Star Trek 101 discussion. Our Treksperts, Lucas and Norm walk our Trek-noobs Bridget and Emilia through episod...2022-05-261h 14The 'Verse!Episode 51: Madness of Marvel! -- 'Doctor Strange In the Multiverse of Madness' Review + Moon Knight Finale DiscussionHang on tight because we’re headed directly into the heart of the Marvel multiverse with a discussion of both Moon Knight’s season finale and a review of Doctor Strange: Multiverse of Madness. Get ready for body horror, trauma exploration, and kaiju battles! Wait, is our navigator malfunctioning?
No, but we’ve finally hit peak Marvel phase four. Remember, we don’t do standard film reviews here on The ‘Verse! Tune in for some poetic takes and diverse opinions and then tell us what you think on Twitter @TheVerseCast. Make sure to follow us as well because we...2022-05-181h 14The 'Verse!Episode 50: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Pilot Episode + Moon Knight Ep5Grab a pencil and a communicator because it's time to blast off to The 'Verse! Academy: our Star Trek 101 discussion! Squad Trekkies Lucas and Norm are in session and Cadets Bridget and Emilia are their newest students. Tune in as we begin our coverage of Paramount+'s Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, an excellent jumping off point into the universe for newcomers and a fond homage for seasoned fans.
We also cover a very emotional episode of Moon Knight, solidifying it as some of our favorite Marvel content in a long time.
Agree? Disagree? Got...2022-05-051h 35The 'Verse!Episode 49: Spider-Verse Updates, Fast X talk, News, Jokes About Your Mummy, 'Moon Knight' Ep Breakdown,Episode four of Marvel’s Moon Knight has many twists and turns. Lucky for you The ‘Verse! Squad is here to break down everyone of them. Okay, we have questions too. To sum it up without spoilers, the plot thickens. If you haven’t been keeping up with this show, we recommend you fix that RIGHT NOW. It’s one of our favorite Marvel shows to date and the action is heating up.
Our news section has returned! We keep up the Marvel theme with the new trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder, updates in the Spider-Verse, setbacks...2022-04-2756 minThe 'Verse!Episode 48: More 'Moon Knight' Eps 2/3 Discussed / A Batmanimated Look at Batman: The Animated SeriesNever fear, BatApril is still here! We continue our reviews with a fond discussion of Batman: The Animated Series. We viewed a well rounded selection of episodes and are happy to confirm that this series holds up. We also rank the series alongside all the old school Batman movies. Stay tuned, we'll get through it all soon to determine the scientifically BEST Batman adaptations EVER.
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions. You can also follow @Screenradar on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram.
If you stick around...2022-04-202h 11The 'Verse!Episode 47: 'Moon Knight' Discussion and Easter Eggs + the Infamous Schumacher BatmanThe Squad digs into Joel Schumacher's famously polarizing Batman films: Batman Forever and Batman and Robin. We discuss the two Batmens in two films and weigh in on those Batnipples. Tune in for a discussion of the films' faults, strengths, and enduring legacy.
We follow up with a review and breakdown of the latest and greatest Marvel series, Moon Knight. You can follow along with us on Disney+. How can you resist Oscar Isaac's date night face??
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions.
2022-04-121h 35The 'Verse!Episode 46: Revisiting Tim Burton’s Batman Films + 'The Boys Presents: Diabolical' ReviewAfter Matt Reeves’s The Batman, the squad just can’t get enough Bats! We go back in time to review Tim Burton’s iconic Batman and Batman Returns, starring Michael Keaton as the titular vigilante. It’s a fond revisit for some of us, but a whole new world of gothic, camp, and wacky villains for others. Tune in for our takes on what was great, what did NOT age well, and a fond reflection on movie tropes from the 80s and 90s.
We also cover season one of Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys Presents: Diabolical...2022-04-061h 40The 'Verse!Episode 45: Vox Machina Season 1, A Delightfully Deadly Game of Trivia, + THE DOOR (Part 2),The Squad enters the much discussed The Door to compete against all odds to win a game of cinematic universe trivia. (For a fuller experience we recommend you listen to episode 43 before jumping in here.) Will it be a battle of the wits or a battle of the twits? Tune in to find out who knows the most, and who will face the dastardly consequences of losing.
We also review season one of Amazon Prime Video’s The Legend of Vox Machina, a bawdy but deeply dramatic fantasy adventure originally based on a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Th...2022-03-311h 14The 'Verse!Extended ‘Verse! Interview 44b: the Oscar-nominated ‘SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME' VFX Chat with The 'Verse! SquadThe ‘Verse Squad chats with Academy Award-nominated behind ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home' Christopher Townsend,' Kelly Port, Chris Waegner, Scott Edelstein. The team had many secrets to keep as 'No Way Home' was one of the most guarded films in recent years. Their work had to recreate and emulate visual effects from films that were released as long as two decades before. The film was one of the biggest film in years and the visual effects were more than part of the fun, they were a crucial part of making this film possible at all. From the big eye-catching mome...2022-03-1747 minThe 'Verse!Extended ‘Verse! Interview 44a: the Oscar-nominated ‘SHANG-CHI' VFX Team Chat with The Squad!The ‘Verse Squad chats with Academy Award-nominated behind ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,’ Christopher Townsend, Joe Farrell, Sean Noel Walker, and Dan Oliver. This was an extra big deal for us because this was the only movie of 2021 (and 2022 so far!) that The 'Verse! gave top ratings to across the board. We know none of the elements we praised—the performances, the choreography, the story itself—would have landed without the film’s dedicated and talented visual effects team of Christopher Townsend, Joe Farrell, Sean Noel Walker, and Dan Oliver. In addition to their VFX work delivering a...2022-03-1544 minThe 'Verse!Episode 44: 'The Batman' Review and Reactions + Who Does the Best Bat Impression?The Squad heads into Gotham in search of Matt Reeves’ The Batman starring Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz as the Bat and Cat opposite a star-studded cast including Andy Serkis, Jeffrey Wright, Paul Dano, Colin Farrell and more. Will this three-hour saga go down in ‘Verse history as a fan favorite or just a bad, batty time? Tune in for a 360 review from Batman experts and noobs, plus a spot of poetry.
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If you stick around after the credi...2022-03-091h 20The 'Verse!Episode 43 - Entering THE DOOR (part 1), Star Wars: 'Revenge of the Sith' Blindspot, DC's 'Peacemaker' Season 1We apologize about the delayed releases of this episode. Thanks for reaching out. But, when you enter THE DOOR, it changes you. We hope you enjoy this latest expansion of The 'Verse!
The last Star Wars padawan has graduated to a Jedi Master in this Blindspot episode where we revisit Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Have we created a new Star Wars super fan to join the fray? Or did we just drag an innocent bystander through six movies they weren’t that into…? Both?? Tune in to find out!
We also cover season one...2022-03-041h 34The 'Verse!Episode 42: Closing 'The Book of Boba Fett,' News & What Would Your Bounty Hunter Name Be?The Squad discusses the end of The Book of Boba Fett’s first season. Tune in for a mild roast of perhaps Star Wars’ most overhyped character, or for an appreciative discussion of The Mandalorian season 2.5, whichever you prefer!
If you thought this episode was too short and sweet, come read more on our Twitter page @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions. And next episode we WILL open THE DOOR!2022-02-1955 minThe 'Verse!Episode 41: The Book of Bobalorian Fett, Vox Machina-inspired D&D, and a New HALO Trailer-ific SegmentIn this episode we continue our coverage of Disney+'s The Mandalorian. Sorry, we mean The Book of Boba Fett. There must be a cinematic universe leak somewhere on the ship. Where's the dang helper robot when you need him?
We also continue discussing Amazon Prime Video's The Legend of Vox Machina and share a couple details about the squad's very own forthcoming campaign. We're new, we're confused, but it's going to be epic.
Finally we introduce a new segment T3, 'Trailer: Trash, Treasure, or Hey! THAT Looks Okay,' with the trailer for Paramount+...2022-02-111h 04The 'Verse!Episode 40: 'The Legend of Vox Machina' Early S1 Takes , Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers BlindSpotWe turn the Eye of Sauron on Bridget's Lord of the Rings Blindspot and break down The Two Towers. Did she love it or did she love it?? Most importantly, does she know her Dobbies from her Gollums now?
We also introduce and break down Amazon Prime Video's The Legend of Vox Machina, a Dungeons and Dragons campaign turned web series turned big hit animated series. Fear not, D&D newbies, there's something here for everyone: comedy, drama, fantastical adventures, and...a very eye-catching codpiece?
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements...2022-02-071h 31The 'Verse!Episode 39: Meet 'Peacemaker' + more 'Boba Fett' talk, and Lucas Needs a BreakThe Squad! continues their fearless trek across cinematic universe near and far with a discussion of The Book of Boba Fett Episode 4 and the first few episodes of HBO Max's Peacemaker. We have a lot of love for one series, and a lot of... something else for the other. Tune in to hear more!
We also cover all the cinematic universe updates you need to know in our news section. As an added bonus we've added an extra helping of salt at Norm for mercilessly murdering one of our own... (yep, it's murder.)
Follow us...2022-02-0157 minThe 'Verse!Episode #38 - What Cinematic Universe Would You Live In?, Boba Fett's Space Mopeds, And Someone KnowsIn this episode we continue our coverage of Disney+'s Book of Boba Fett. The squad, minus Bridget who went on a robot rescue mission, share their thoughts, theories, and more. Ever wondered our thoughts about space jazzies?
We also dust off the old 'Verse transmissions machine and take a question from Twitter. Tune in to hear our responses and be sure to follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast to share your own opinions. We also post news, announcements about the pod, and collect more listener questions.
If you stick around after the credits, for the D...2022-01-2644 minThe 'Verse!Episode 37: Best and Worst of 2021 - The Year in The 'Verse! Because it's never too late for a year end list show!Join us for a polarizing discussion of each of The Squad’s favorite cinematic universe films, TV shows, performances, heroes, and villains. More importantly, tune in to hear what our biggest disappointments of the year were too… :(
If you disagree or have more to add to the conversation, tell us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions. You can also follow @Screenradar on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram.
If you stick around after the credits, things might get a little meta…2022-01-181h 29The 'Verse!Episode 36: A Farewell to Robotic Arms, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones Blind Spot + 'The Book of Boba Fett' Episodes 1 and 2 Discussion/Breakdown.Did someone say MORE Star Wars?
We plow ahead with filling in Emilia’s Star Wars blindspot with a spirited discussion on Episode II: Attack of the Clones. Soon we’ll have eliminated the last person on earth who hasn’t seen this iconic series, but in the meantime, tune in to hear a no-holds-barred review of this film from fresh eyes.
We heard the best remedy for COVID woes is MORE STAR WARS so we follow up the blind spot section with both a spoiler-free and spoiler-filled discussion of episodes one and two of Disney...2022-01-111h 27The 'Verse!Episode 35: 'Spider-man: No Way Home' Review & 'Hawkeye' Finale - It’s all about the PAYOFFThe Squad unwraps the most hotly anticipated Spider-man film in years PLUS episodes 5 and 6 of Hawkeye. This episode is spoilers galore, hilarious banter, and more! Did our theories come true? How many Easter eggs did we find? Most importantly, how many spider legs out of 8 did we rate Spider-man: No Way Home??
Tune in to find out and if you disagree or have more to add to the conversation, tell us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions.
If you stick around after the credits, you might g...2021-12-291h 46The 'Verse!Episode 34: 'Hawkeye' Episodes 3 and 4 - Theories, Easter Eggs: It’s all about the SetupThe Squad continues their review of Disney+’s Marvel series, Hawkeye, with episodes three and four. We can safely say this series passes Norm’s three-episode rule and recommend you watch it if you enjoy, pizza, dogs, pizza dogs, and holiday cheer.
In our news section, we provide our regularly scheduled Marvel updates with Secret Invasion and cover some other critical updates: a Harry Potter retrospective premiering New Year’s Day, Nick Offerman’s casting in HBO’s Last of Us series, a visually stunning trailer for Paramount+’s upcoming Halo series, and the release of The Witcher seas...2021-12-211h 14The 'Verse!Episode 33: 'Hawkeye' Review, Discussion, Easter Eggs, Theories - Eps 1 & 2We ring in the holiday season with a review of Disney+’s latest Marvel series, Hawkeye. Will this series strike a bullseye or will it miss the mark? Do any of The 'Verse! Squad members even like Hawkeye that much? The answer may surprise you.
In our news section we cover the release of Amazon Prime’s hotly anticipated The Wheel of Time series, provide updates on the latest developments in the Marvel and Star Wars cinematic production universes, and appreciate the culinary delights of the Avatar: The Last Airbender animated series.
Follow us on Twit...2021-12-021h 10The 'Verse!Episode 32: Star Wars 'Phantom Menace' Through Fresh Eyes Blindspot + Disney Songs, News and Turkey TalkThe squad celebrates Thanksgiving by revisiting Star Wars Episode 1: Phantom Menace - was this film a big fat turkey or a home run? Enough with the mixed metaphors - whatever you thought of this polarizing film, we got to uncover the first installment of Emilia’s Star Wars prequels blind spot. This is a must-listen for prequel apologists and haters alike!
In our news section we cover another hotly anticipated Spiderman: No Way Home trailer, the premiere of Amazon Prime’s Wheel of Time series, and casting news for Disney+’s Ahsoka and Netflix’s upcoming live-action Avatar...2021-11-291h 24The 'Verse!Episode 31: ETERNALS Review, STAR TREK: PRODIGY Takes, & Disney+ Day NewsIn this week’s episode we dive into multiple universes, kicking off with a very polarizing review of Marvel’s Eternals. One of Marvel’s most ambitious movies clocking in at nearly three hours, ten ensemble characters, and special effects up to our eyeballs. Did you love it? Hate it? Think it was just ok? Tune in for our takes!
We follow that up with a deep dive into Paramount+’s new Star Trek: Prodigy series. Fear not Trekkies, we have not forgotten about you. Our resident “Treksperts” discuss how newcomers might break into this cinematic universe cornerstone...2021-11-171h 31The 'Verse!Episode 30: 'Lord of the Rings' 20th Anniversary - Blindspot + Shazam! Retro Review & More CowbellThe Squad! delivers a treat this week with a DOUBLE FEATURE SPECIAL. We erase one third of Bridget’s Lord of the Rings blindspot with a thorough discussion of Fellowship of the Ring. Listen as we traipse through Middle Earth with our LOTR noob dodging ringwraiths, slashing orcs, and getting Sean Astin confused with another Sean.
Just when you think you can’t have any more fun, we jump into a review of the funnest DC film, Shazam! as we await the sequel, Fury of the Gods, with childlike excitement.
In case that’s too much e...2021-11-131h 30The 'Verse!Episode 29: 'DUNE' Review: How you Dune (Doin')?? Ugh!We review the epic and long awaited new film from director, Denis Villeneuve.
2021-10-3148 minThe 'Verse!Episode 28: 'No Time to Die' REVIEW, Best/Worst Bond Themes - A ‘Bond’ Farewell to our Favorite 007The squad reviews No Time to Die, Daniel Craig’s fifth and final movie as James Bond. We read some poetry and cover our favorite moments, best performances, and even our least favorite moments. Tune in to get our takes on James Bond in love, the mustache-twirling evil portrayals of Starvro Blofeld by Christoph Waltz and Lyutsifer Safin by Rami Malek, and every heart-pounding action scene in between.
In our news section we cover a slew of fresh trailer drops including HBO’s House of the Dragon and DC Fandome. We also discuss the announcement of Marvel’s new...2021-10-221h 42The 'Verse!Episode 27: James Bond Special before there’s... No Time to Die! & What If... Ultron Won?The squad discusses their favorite (and least favorite) James Bond portrayals as they eagerly await Daniel Craig’s final movie as the iconic character in No Time to Die. It’s an all-star showdown between Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig, and spoiler alert, there are a LOT of disagreements in this episode.
We also cover the penultimate installment of Marvel’s What If…? which asks what if Ultron won? In our news section we cover the revival of Daredevil and Punisher via Disney+, new Book of Boba Fett details, Zoolander’s alternate dark ending, an...2021-10-071h 32The 'Verse!Episode 26: 'Game of Thrones' - 'GOT Beef?' Airing out Grievances & Sins // a Thor 'What If...?'Get your water ready because this episode is a salty one. The squad, all devoted fans of George RR Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire fantasy book series, digs into the HBO adaptation, Game of Thrones. We cover the good, the bad, and the rushed. It’s never too late to talk about that season finale. You know the one.
We also cover the next installment of Marvel’s What If…? series which asks what if Thor grew up as an only child? Could this beautiful meathead become even more of a party boy? You’ll have to tu...2021-10-011h 47The 'Verse!Episode 25: WHY watch "Y: The Last Man?" And "WHAT IF...Killmonger saved Tony Stark?This week the squad sets out to answer the most pressing cinematic universe questions of the moment. What is Hulu’s new series, Y: The Last Man, about? And why is everyone sleeping on it?? We make our case for this post-apocalyptic series investigating what would happen if every mammal with a Y chromosome suddenly died...except for one man and his monkey. Next we hop into a time vortex back to 2008 to see what would happen if Black Panther villain Killmonger saved Tony Stark in the first Iron Man movie, preventing him from being captured and forced to bu...2021-09-231h 02The 'Verse!Episode 24: Doctor Strange Plays god AND...Zombies?! plus - Revelations on the MatrixIn this episode, the squad covers the 4th and 5th episodes of Marvel's 'What If...?" We ask what would happen if Doctor Strange lost the grounding presence of Rachel McAdams (truly devastating). We then ask what if our favorite superheroes no longer had a taste for justice, but for brains? Listen in for our thoughts, zombie survival strategies, and quibbles over Doctor Strange’s potential for EVIL.
We also cover the raft of awesome trailers that came out this week including Matrix: Revelations, Dune, Wheel of Time, AND trailers for the new Spider Man and Wolverine games. Th...2021-09-161h 03The 'Verse!Episode 23: 'Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings' Reviewed and Discussed. (But did we like it?)We shift gears this week to review Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, starring Simu Liu, Awkwafina, and Tony Leung. Simu plays Shang-Chi, a trained assassin and martial arts master trying to live his new life away from his father and the terrorist group he founded. But he’s in for the family reunion of a lifetime in an epic story of reluctant heritage, dragons, and darkness. Tune in to hear our poetic summaries of the story, our favorite (and least favorite) moments, and give our final grade so you know if it’s time to bre...2021-09-111h 02The 'Verse!An Important Message From The 'Verse!If you have been dragging your feet about listening to us because of the time commitment, a fear of robots, technical difficulties or some other phenomenon - this aught to help. Just a taste of The 'Verse! (get it, like in universe?) where you meet the team and learn what we're about. If you like it, please subscribe.
Maybe we're no Ron Popeil, but we think you'll enjoy this. Marvel, Star Wars, DC, Indiana Jones, Bond (James Bond) and much more only in The 'Verse!2021-09-1002 minThe 'Verse!Episode 22: 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer breakdown, 'The Bad Batch' Season One Discussed, and What If the Avengers got REVENGEDIn today's episode we delve into the third installment of Marvel's What If…? series which asks, what if we lost Earth's mightiest heroes? Listen for our takes of this creative, film-noir style episode.
Then we web sling our way into the hotly anticipated Spiderman: No Way Home trailer for another multiversal conversation. Curious about all those juicy theories about Andrew Garfield and Mephisto? Yeah, neither are we.
Finally we ditch Star Wars noob Emilia to talk about the first season of The Bad Batch. If you listen all the way to the end, you might ju...2021-09-011h 31The 'Verse!Episode 21: The Avengers Draft! (Who drafted best?), Netflix's "He-Man" Season One, "What If...?" Episode 3 Boseman’s Final Marvel PerformanceIn this episode, the squad gets...READY TO DRAAAAFFTTT! That’s right, we’re putting together our own team of Avengers, but here’s the catch - no one can choose the same hero. Tune in to hear about which heroes are most powerful, whose team will fall apart at the first sign of danger, and a whole lot of hero stealing. Who would be on your Avengers team? Let us know on Twitter!
Then we discuss the latest episode of Marvel’s What If…? where we explore how much better (or worse?) the universe would be if Yond...2021-08-261h 19The 'Verse!Extended ‘Verse! 20a: ‘The Boys’ Executive Producer/Writer, Rebecca Sonnenshine, discusses her Emmy-nominated WorkThe ‘Verse Squad chats with The Boys executive producer Rebecca Sonnenshine who wrote the Emmy-nominated script for the series’ bloody season two finale. We delve into her origin story, how to deconstruct the real world into darkly comedic and insightful satire, and our favorite Supes and superpowers. As big fans of The Boys, we were diabolically delighted for this opportunity and can’t recommend it enough (WARNING: NOT for kids).
The Boys is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.2021-08-201h 00The 'Verse!Episode 20: We Breakdown 'The Suicide Squad' and Marvel's 'What If...?'The squad reviews James Gunn’s THE Suicide Squad with surprisingly mixed reactions, a poetry slam, and both spoiler-FREE and spoiler-FILLED discussions. Listen to hear our final grade of this violent, needle drop-filled successor to the much-maligned 2016 film. And of course let us know your thoughts on Twitter @TheVerseCast! Would you give this movie an A+ or an F?
We follow up our review with a discussion of the first installment of Marvel’s What If…? series streaming on Disney+. Have you ever wondered how superhero history would change if Peggy Carter were the first Avenger instead of Ste...2021-08-171h 31The 'Verse!Episode 19: Star Wars Blindspot "The Return of the Jedi", Our Fave Pop Culture Vehicles, and More Less-than-Perfect ImpressionsWe did it guys. We finally removed Emilia’s OG Star Wars trilogy blindspot in...The 'Verse Squad! Blindspots! Kronsworth suggested we remove it surgically, but we opted for a must-hear conversation between Star Wars newbs and nerds instead (KW, put down that scalpel!).
In our news section we cover our favorite crooked lawyer/action star’s health scare on the set of Better Call Saul (spoiler alert: he’s ok! Phew.), and why two alphas can’t work together even if they’re Furious family. Then we hop around to some other cinematic universes to discuss the unwarr...2021-08-091h 10The 'Verse!Episode 18: Not your Average 'BLACK WIDOW' Film Review - Poems, Predictions, and...Spider Legs? (With a New and Improved Post Credit Scene)In this episode we dive straight in with our very first film review, and what better movie to review than Marvel’s long-awaited 'Black Widow' starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, Rachel Weisz, and David Harbor as an estranged family of Russian spies. They’re brought together after the events of Captain America: Civil War to discover the mind-control mysteries of the Red Room. Listen to find out our hot takes, cold takes, and poetic summaries of the highly anticipated backstory of one of the original Avengers.
And once you listen...do you agree or disagree with our rati...2021-07-281h 30The 'Verse!Episode 17: A 'Loki' Finale DOUBLE FEATURE!! Plus - Bridget and Kronsworth Lost In SpaceThe ‘Verse! Squad is back to guide you through every corner of pop culture and cinematic universes from Marvel, to Star Wars, to DC, and beyond! Your guides are a ragtag group of co-hosts: Norm, Bridget, Lucas, and Emilia, along with our robotic sidekick Kronsworth. Our mission is to entertain, inform, and provide an escape from the everyday grind so what are you waiting for? Hit that play button!
This week we wrap up our coverage of Marvel’s Loki with a Double Feature covering the final two episodes of the Disney+ series. You read that right - a...2021-07-211h 40The 'Verse!Episode 16: Emilia 'Strikes Back' Blindspot, 'Loki' Redemption (?) and LOTS of Fun!In this episode we break down the emotional rollercoaster that was episode 4 of Disney+’s Loki. Flashbacks, big reveals, strong female characters, pruning, it’s got it all! Listen on for some Easter eggs, both musical and comic book related, as well as some major theories for the last two episodes of the season. In our news section, we cover the cancelation of HBO’s Lovecraft Country and their upcoming Last of Us series, spoiled Spidey-Suits, and TomDaya. We also cover our favorite Fourth of July traditions (hint: it’s all about family and natural disasters).
If you stic...2021-07-081h 46The 'Verse!Episode 15: The Most Polarizing 'Loki' Episode and the Most Painful Game of Mad Libs Ever PlayedWe discuss each of our very different reactions to the very contemplative and very Whovian episode 3 of Disney+’s Loki. Did you love or hate this episode? Either way we have some theories for you that’ll have you questioning everything. We also discuss the official Shang-Chi trailer drop and its reveal of the Hulk villain Abomination, Apple TV+’s upcoming Foundation TV series, goin’ back to “da moovies” with F9, and the unusual and mundane perils of acting on an Indiana Jones set.
If you stick around, you might just get to hear the most difficult post-credits...2021-06-301h 08The 'Verse!Episode 14: Who’s the Real Bad Guy in Disney+’s Loki?, Our Sidekick Aspirations, De-aging Indy, and MoreIn this episode we continue our coverage with episode two of Disney+’s Loki and its shocking villain reveal. It’s prime time to start theorizing. Mephisto anyone? We also share our strong opinions on whether or not Harrison Ford should be de-aged for Indiana Jones, and take an exciting look ahead at developments in the Star Trek and John Wick cinematic universes.
Tune in for listener mail in The ‘Verse Transmissions where we share our sidekick wishes and a bit of infinity stones trivia. Tell us, which superhero are you most interested in fighting beside? Follow us on...2021-06-251h 20The 'Verse!Episode 13: Dissecting 'Loki,' a New Blindspot Discovered, and Our Owen Wilson ImpressionsWe begin our coverage of Disney+’s LOKI and explore how Marvel plans to set up the new generation of big bads after Thanos...with the help of our ever-charming God of Mischief. Tune in for some reviews that range from mixed to marvelous, and major theories and easter eggs. We also cover Star Trek, He-Man, Spiderman, AND Lord of the Rings in a news section that takes us from one end of the cinematic multiverse to the other.
And if you stick around, you might get an earful of...something. Wow...
Follow us on Tw...2021-06-151h 00The 'Verse!Extended 'Verse! 012a: 'Invincible' Breaking Down Amazon's Superhero Series w/ Showrunner Simon RacioppaThe ‘Verse Squad chats with Invincible showrunner Simon Racioppa about his early inspirations, partnership with Robert Kirkman, and his team’s dedication to creating a faithful adaptation. The squad reviewed Invincible in episode 12 and gave it five stars across the board, so we were thrilled to have this opportunity. Curious to hear who Simon thinks could take Omni-Man in a fight? Tune in!
Invincible is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.2021-06-1538 minThe 'Verse!Episode 12: Deep Dive Into Amazon's 'Invincible', Killing C-3PO(?), High-Tech Robot Message Decoding, and MoreThis week we dive headfirst into Amazon Prime’s Invincible. If you haven’t seen it yet, have no fear! We included both a spoiler-FREE and a spoiler-FILLED discussion of this incredible animated and action-packed series featuring a stacked voice cast that includes J.K. Simmons, Sandra Oh, and Steven Yeun AND Seth Rogen, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, and even Mark Hamill! Yes, THAT Mark Hamill! A friendly warning, though. Invincible is an animated series, but it is NOT for kids, like absatootinlootly NOT for kids!
We also cover casting news for upcoming MCU projects, Chris Hemsworth’s ever...2021-06-101h 19The 'Verse!Episode 011: (First time listeners, start here) Robot Mayhem, Star Wars Blindspot: A New Hope Edition, Wrapping up 'WandaVision'Time to step into The ‘Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more.
This week we dive into the season finale of WandaVision (tissues, anyone?), share the Squad’s first impressions of the new Marvel Eternals trailer, and expose the first of many Star Wars blindspots for Emilia. Do you think there’s hope for our padawan? We also discuss the upcoming Netflix series based on Neil Gaiman's Sandman, and chat a little more with our VERY FRIENDLY and HI...2021-06-021h 36The 'Verse!Extended 'Verse! 011a: 'Marvel's M.O.D.O.K.' Interview w/ Co-Creator Jordan BlumThe 'Verse Squad! sits down with Jordan Blum, co-creator of one of the funniest and freshest new series streaming right now. He, along with Patton Oswalt, created the hilarious "Marvel's M.O.D.O.K" for Hulu. Enjoy the conversation and check out the show! All 10 episodes are available exclusively on Hulu.
Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast where we post news, announcements about the pod, and collect listener questions. You can also follow @Screenradar on Twitter, Facebook, & Instagram.2021-06-0145 minThe 'Verse!Episode 010: Someone (thing) Joins the Squad, 'WandaVision' Eps 7 & 8, Marvel's M.O.D.O.K.Time to step into The ‘Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more.
This week we dive into WandaVision episodes 7 & 8, share first impressions of Marvel’s M.O.D.O.K. on Hulu, dish out the squad’s thoughts on a Highlander Reboot starring Henry Cavill, gush over Dave Filoni and Kathryn Hahn, AND bring you a rock ‘n’ roll musical rendition of [REDACTED: SPOILERS]. Oops, you’ll just have to listen and find out.
‘Verselings, as you check o...2021-05-251h 16
The 'Verse!Extended 'Verse! 009a: Interview: 'WandaVision' VFX team - Lon Molnar & Anthony De Chellis of MARZThe 'Verse! Squad sat down with the team from VFX studio MARZ (Monsters Aliens Robots Zombies) , who brought WandaVision to life. We had a great conversation with co-President Lon Molnar and CG Supervisor Anthony De Chellis , who gave us an inside look at the magic behind the popular series.
Molnar and De Chellis talked about how they started their careers, secretive on-set environment, future projects, and delved deep into the effects that really made WandaVision work. Some are obvious, and others are fine, but critical details that you’d never catch. Tune in to hear about them!
...2021-05-2443 minThe 'Verse!Episode 009: A Mysterious Voice, WandaVision Eps 5 & 6, Loki and ChaosTime to step into The ‘Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more.
This week we dive into WandaVision episodes 5 & 6 for some more nostalgic sitcom magic. We also check Twitter for the latest #ReleaseThe___Cut (this week we’re rallying for the Schumacher Batman cut), check-in on Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan Kenobeard, and discuss the most hotly debated alternate MCU castings. Finally that mysterious voice from last week’s ‘Verse! Squad Transmissions is back and chattier than ever. Sounds lik...2021-05-191h 33The 'Verse!Episode 008: Star Wars: The Bad Batch, WandaVision Ep 3 & 4, Listener QuestionsTime to step into The ‘Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more.
May the 4th is over, but we’re just getting started with our Star Wars coverage. Between Star Wars: The Bad Batch and an upcoming ‘Verse! Squad Blindspot, that galaxy far, far away feels a whole lot closer. In this episode we also cover episodes 3 and 4 of WandaVision and answer some Force-related listener questions in our most exciting ‘Verse! Transmissions yet. Could there be a new Squa...2021-05-111h 30The 'Verse!Episode 007: May the 4th Day /The Last Star Star Wars Padawan, WandaVision Ep 1 & 2, Venom 2 and Much MoreTime to step into The ‘Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more. For May the 4th we have a huge staff reveal that may make you wonder if one of us will turn to the dark side.
The ‘Verse! Squad is back this week to keep you up to date with the latest news you need to know. Today we cover the renewal of Amazon Prime’s ‘Invincible’, a ‘Justice League’ trailer drop that no one asked for, a missing...2021-05-041h 24The 'Verse!Episode 006: The Falcon & Winter Soldier Finale - Ep.6 (Will the Real Captain America, Please Fly Up)Time to step into The 'Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC, and more.
Each episode starts with the latest cinematic universe news you need to know. Today our coverage includes the Marvel/Sony Spider-Man dispute, Mortal Kombat, and ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. We follow that with our breakdown of the finale of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.'
Our hosts Bridget, Lucas, Emilia, and Norm provide a recap, before diving in deep...2021-04-251h 29The 'Verse!Episode 005: The Falcon & Winter Soldier Ep. 5 (Down Home Therapy), Plus News Around The 'Verse!Time to step into The 'Verse!, your destination for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, DC and much more. Someone even suggested the 'Air Bud' cinematic universe. Does that even count? Let us know on Twitter @TheVerseCast!
Each episode starts with the latest cinematic, universe news you need to know. Today we cover 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,' debate what exactly constitutes a cinematic universe, and go trekking with Star Trek news. Next up is a marathon breakdown of the p...2021-04-201h 29The 'Verse!Episode 004: The Falcon & Winter Soldier Ep. 4 (Fake Cap Goes Full-Jock) , Cinematic Universe News & A Special Guest AnnouncementThe 'Verse! is your go-to place for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We will be covering the MCU, Star Wars, and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast)
We start with the latest in cinematic, universe news including 'She-Hulk’ our interview with Marvel composer Henry Jackman, and Obi-Wan's beard (you read that right). We follow up with our weekly breakdown of the Disney+ series, 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' Our hosts Bridget, Lucas, Emilia, and Norm provide a fun recap, then dive in deep with some spoiler-ish theor...2021-04-141h 01The 'Verse!Extended 'Verse! 003a: Interview: Marvel ("Captain America: The Winter Soldier") Composer HENRY JACKMANThe 'Verse! Squad sat down with the one and only Henry Jackman, a composer, conductor, arranger, pianist, musician, and songwriter.
Listeners would probably know him best for his unforgettable work in the MCU, composing music for ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier,’ ‘Captain America: Civil War,’ and ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.’ As if that weren’t enough, he also scored Kick-Ass,’ ‘X-Men: First Class,’ ‘Big Hero 6,’ ‘Kong: Skull Island,’ the ‘Kingsman’ films, most recently AppleTV+'s ‘Cherry, to name a few.
We explore his career path, the MCU symphonic universe, how he develops his sound, and more. Mr. Jackman was a...2021-04-1146 minThe 'Verse!Episode 003: The Falcon & Winter Soldier Ep. 3 Breakdown & Theories, Godzilla vs Kong and Obi-Wan Series Talk, Plus a Sobriety Test(?)The 'Verse! Squad is back with insights, reviews, theories and recaps of all your favorite cinematic universe series and films. We cover the MCU, Star Wars, and more. Keep up with the latest and joining the convo by following us on Twitter @TheVerseCast)
We start with some cinematic universe news including the new 'Obi-Wan' series casting, ‘The Witcher,’ season two, and Godzilla vs Kong. We follow up with our weekly breakdown of the Disney+ series, 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' Our hosts Bridget, Lucas, Emilia, and Norm give an entertaining recap before diving in deep with som...2021-04-0652 min
The 'Verse!Episode 002: Emilia Almost Kills Norm w/ Her Skills, Geek News, Falcon & Winter Soldier Ep. 2 DissectedThe 'Verse! is your go-to place for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We will be covering the MCU, Star Wars, and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast)
We start with some cinematic universe news covering the latest 'Black Widow' delay, the ‘Suicide Squad’ trailer, and Amazon's new and ultra-violent animated series, 'Invincible.' We follow up with our weekly breakdown of the Disney+ series, 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' Our hosts Bridget, Lucas, Emilia, and Norm give a fun recap, then dive in deep with some spoile...2021-03-291h 04
The 'Verse!Episode 001: The 'Verse! Squad Assemble: 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 1The 'Verse! is your go-to place for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps for all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We will be covering the MCU, Star Wars, and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheVerseCast)
We start with our weekly breakdown of the new Disney+ series, 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' Our hosts Bridget, Lucas, Emilia, and Norm recap episode one and give some character backstory, then dive in deep with their hot takes, Easter eggs, and comic book/cinematic universe connections.
We wrap with some industry news, covering everything from the Sny...2021-03-2252 min
The 'Verse!Episode 000: Preview Episode: Welcome to The ‘Verse!The 'Verse Squad will be your go-to team for insights, reviews, theories, and recaps of all your favorite cinematic universe shows and films. We will be covering the MCU, Star Wars, and more, starting with a weekly breakdown of the new Disney+ series, ‘the new The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
*** Please note. This was our first episode, we get MUCH better! :) ***2021-03-1520 min