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Ep 411 - Transformers BotBots, Kung Fu S2 & Pachinko Interviews Mar 25, 2022

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Let's go to the mall! We have a bunch of interview this week, starting with the showrunners of the new Netflix series Transformers BotBots. Showrunners Doc Wyatt and Kevin Burke talk to us about bringing these popular Transformers toys to life, having endless possibilities, their favorite characters and much more. WATCH SEASON 1 OF TRANSFORMERS BOTBOTS NOW STREAMING ON NETFLIX!

We also talk to Kee Chan about playing Russell Tan on Season 2 of Kung Fu. He tells us how he approached the role, how family plays a big part in the story and what to look out for with Russell's master plan. Plus, hear about something very cool he does during breaks on set. WATCH SEASON 2 OF KUNG FU EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 9PM ET ON THE CW!

Finally, we talk to two members of the amazing cast of Pachinko from Apple TV+. Jin Ha (Solomon) and Anna Sawai (Naomi) tell us about their characters and why you definitely won't be skipping the intro on this show. PACHINKO IS NOW STREAMING ON APPLE TV+!

We also share a review of the Halo series premiere, with some spoilers. You can also hear our thoughts on Misha Collins joining Gotham Knights, Nova possible finally joining the MCU, Christina Ricci joining the Wednesday cast, The Batman deleted scene with The Joker and a couple of new trailers. You won't want to miss a minute!

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Ep 410 - Charmed & Star Trek Discovery S4 - Melonie Diaz, Sarah Jeffery & Hiro Kanagawa Interviews Mar 18, 2022

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There's a lot of power in this week's episode! Charmed has returned for a fourth season on The CW, and we're catching up with two of the stars that have been there from the start. Hear Melonie Diaz (Mel) and Sarah Jeffery (Maggie) talk about the new vibe to Season 4, Lucy Barrett arriving at the new Charmed One, the season's new villain and MUCH more! SEASON 4 OF CHARMED AIRS FRIDAY NIGHT AT 8PM ON THE CW!

The Season 4 finale of Star Trek Discovery also happened this week, so we jump on board to talk about that with Hiro Kanagawa. He talks about playing Dr. Hirai on the series, taking us behind the scenes and talking about some fun moments from the season. He also talks about playing Det. Sato on Season 2 of Upload and a very surprising Fantastic Four connection. WATCH SEASON 4 OF STAR TREK DISCOVERY, NOW STREAMING ON PARAMOUNT+!

We also chat with Rob Schroeder, director of the mind bending film, Ultrasound. He talks about the graphic novel that the film was adapted from, managing all of the twist throughout the film and much more. WATCH ULTRASOUND, NOW AVAILABLE ON DIGITALHD FROM YOUR FAVORITE RETAILERS.

If that's not enough, we still snuck in reviews of Nightmare Alley, Deep Water and DMZ! There was even time to talk about trailers for Ms. Marvel and Season 2 of The Flight Attendant. Ok, we talked about Star Trek Strange New Worlds adding a new Captain Kirk and the new Resident Evil live action series too.

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Ep 409 - Upload & Radiant Red - Andy Allo, Greg Daniels & Cherish Chen Interviews Mar 11, 2022

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Charge up your data and get ready to binge watch! Season 2 of Upload is now streaming on Prime Video, and we're taking you behind the scenes. Hear us talk to Andy Allo (Nora) about her complicated relationship with Nathan, joining the Ludds and the tease of an even bigger cliffhanger! We also talk to series creator Greg Daniels about expanding the world of the show, the bro moments between Nathan and Luke and bringing Allegra back into the mix in a big way. WATCH SEASON 2 OF UPLOAD NOW STREAMING ON PRIME VIDEO!

We also re-enter the Massive-Verse with the new Radiant Black spinoff, Radiant Red. Writer Cherish Chen joins us to talk about Satomi, how her story is complicated both in and out of her suit, threats on the horizon and much more. ISSUE 1 OF RADIANT RED IS NOW AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL COMIC BOOK SHOPS AND DIGITAL RETAILERS FROM IMAGE COMICS!

We also have a spoiler filled review of The Batman, go spoiler free talking about Disney & Pixar's Turning Red and much more. Speaking of The Batman we talk about The Penguin spinoff, the bad timing of the latest DC movie delays and talk about trailers for Obi-Wan Kenobi, DMZ and Outer Range.

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Ep 408 - The Boys Diabolical & Rogue Sun: Simon Racioppa & Ryan Parrott Interviews Mar 04, 2022

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It's our most diabolical episode yet! The Boys Presents Diabolical puts a wild animated spin on the fan favorite live action series, so we had to go righ to the source for more info. Executive Producer Simon Racioppa joined us this week, as part of a press roundtable, to talk about bringing some new characters into the world of The Boys, using different animation styles and much more. Plus, did someone say canon? Find out! WATCH THE BOYS PRESENTS DIABOLICAL NOW STREAMING ON PRIME VIDEO!

We also have some BIG comics talk this week! Writer Ryan Parrott returns to the show to talk about his new book, Rogue Sun. He tells us about how the character came to be in the Radiant Black world, the beginning stages of the Massive-verse, writing a superhero book for Image and much more. He also gives us great insight into the characters and how the title means more than you think. ROGUE SUN #1 IS AVAILABLE NOW AT YOUR LOCAL COMIC BOOK SHOPS AND DIGITAL RETAILERS!

You know we have some reviews too, right? We talk spoilers from the Batwoman Season 3 finale, and go spoiler free to talk about HBO Max's The Tourist. Plus we discuss AMC charging more to see The Batman, Chris Pine back in the spy thiller game with Amazon, Twisted Metal being adapted and a new addition to DC's Legends of Tomorrow. How much more fun could it get!?

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Ep 407 - DC's Naomi & Fistful of Vengeance: Camila Moreno, Lawrence Kao & JuJu Chan Szeto Interviews Feb 25, 2022

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Who's ready for some aliens and ancient powers? This week we're talking about two things that you should be watching. First we talk about the return of DC's Naomi to The CW with Camila Moreno. She plays the cool and confident Lourdes on the show! Camila tell us why she is such a fun character to play, the chemisty between her and Naomi and being a part of a great circle of friends. Will she tell us if the Naomi/Lourdes ship has sailed? Find out! WATCH NAOMI EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT AT 9PM ON THE CW!

We also take you inside the new Netflix movie, Fistful of Vengeance with a couple of members of the cast. Lawrence Kao (Tommy) and JuJu Chan Szeto (Zan) talk to us about reprising their roles from the Wu Assassin series. They'll tell us about taking the story to Thailand, how their roles have expanded, some of the incredible action scenes and much more. WATCH FISTFUL OF VENGEANCE, NOW STREAMING ON NETFLIX!

There's so much more where that came from. Since it's awards season, we give a review of House of Gucci, which is now available on 4K, Blu-Ray and DVD. We also review the new Hulu movie, No Exit. Plus we break down some Star Trek movie news, talk about trailers for Constantine: The House of Mystery, Upload and WeCrashed. There's a little something for everyone this week!

Ep 406 - Severance & From Cast Interviews Feb 18, 2022

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How far would you go for work/life balance? Severance is now streaming on Apple TV+, where employees have their memories split between their lives in and out of the office. We'll learn more about the series from cast members Adam Scott (Mark), Patricia Arquette (Peggy), Tramell Tillman (Milchick) and Zach Cherry (Dylan). They'll talk about the mysterious Lumen Corporation, the unique concept of the show and give detailed insight into their characters. WATCH SEVERANCE NOW STREAMING ON APPLE TV+!

There's also a new show on EPIX that might make you not want to be out after dark. From, which comes from the creators of Lost, explores a town where once you enter you can't leave. Harold Perrineau (Boyd), Catalina Sandino Moreno (Tabitha) and Eion Bailey (Jim) join us to talk about the mysterious series and what might be lurking in the shadows. They also talk about the town itself, the trust issues of their characters and more. FROM PREMIERES SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH ON EPIX!

That's already a lot, but we have more! Hear reviews of the Peacemaker Season 1 finale, The Endgame premiere from NBC and The Cuphead show from Netflix! We also talk about that big Peacemaker cameo and why some were missing in action. There is also some big Stranger Things news to talk about, trailers for The Boys Diabolical and the Chip 'N Dale Rescue Rangers revival and a new Chris Pratt show coming to Prime Video. Needless to say, we're covering a lot of ground for you this week!

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Ep 405 - In From The Cold: Lola Mae Loughran Interview Feb 11, 2022

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Olympians aren't the only ones hitting the ice this week! Once again we're talking about Netflix's In From The Cold, but this time with Lola Mae Loughran. She talks about playing Maddie on the show, the relationship with Becca, learning to skate on the fly and much more. Plus, you won't believe what special skill she's hoping to display in a possible second season! WATCH IN FROM THE COLD, NOW STREAMING ON NETFLIX!

In our trifecta of reviews this week, we're breaking down The Book of Boba Fett finale, the new DC animated movie Catwoman: Hunted and the upcoming Bel-Air series from Peacock. You can also hear us talk about trailers for Jurassic World: Dominion, The Lost City, The Adam Project and much more. Plus, we have news about the National Treasure series and Kraven The Hunter!

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Ep 404 - Raised By Wolves Cast & Batwoman's Camrus Johnson Interviews Feb 04, 2022

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Who wants to warm up with us in the Tropical Zone this week? Season 2 of Raised By Wolves has begun and we have some great guests to help us celebrate. Hear us talk to Amanda Collin (Mother), Abubakar Salim (Father), Kim Engelbrecht (Decima), Selina Jones (Grandmother) and series creator Aaron Guzikowski about this new setting, what's going on with The Trust, how these new characters will make an impact and MUCH more! WATCH RAISED BY WOLVES, NOW STREAMING ON HBO MAX!

We also have the hero of the Wildmoore fandom with us this week, Camrus Johnson! He talks about directing the pivotal "Broken Toys" episode of Season 3 of Batwoman. Not only do we talk about Ryan and Sophie, he also takes us inside directing the episode, how much he loves The Joker, what Mary is going through and more. Plus, find out why Luke might be having trouble mourning for his dad! WATCH BATWOMAN EVERY WEDNESDAY ON THE CW AND AGAIN ON THE CW APP!

You don't think that's all, do you? We also review the new Reacher series from Prime Video and share our thought on Murderville from Netflix. We also tackle the news of Dakota Johnson being cast in a Spider-Man spinoff, Titans finding their Season 4 villain and a very particular pet peeve of our from this week's episode of The Book of Boba Fett. What's not to love?

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Ep 403 - In From The Cold: Margarita Levieva & Adam Glass Interview Jan 28, 2022

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It's time to activate your inner spy! In From The Cold is now streaming on Netflix, so we sat down with the star and the showrunner. Margarita Levieva (Jenny) and Adam Glass (Showrunner/Creator) talk to us about why "women of a certain age" can kick ass too, why Madrid was such a great setting for the show and so much more. Plus, Margarita talks about those crazy fight scenes that she was a part of. WATCH IN FROM THE COLD, NOW STREAMING ON NETFLIX!

There are a couple of other things you should be watching, too. Hear our review of the first few episodes of The Legend of Vox Machina from Prime Video and The Ice Age Adventrues of Buck Wild from Disney+. We also talk about the upcoming Mortal Kombat sequel, a couple of very different trailers and ask if it's time to say goodbye to the Arrowverse. Plus, hear our choice for a Peacemaker spinoff series! There's a lot to love about this week's show.

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Ep 402 - Resident Alien Season 2 Cast & Showrunner Interviews Jan 21, 2022

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Since he's not destroying the Earth, he might as well save it. Resident Alien begins Season 2 on SYFY this coming Wednesday, and we're bringing the cast back on the podcast to give you the inside scoop! You'll hear from Alan Tudyk (Harry), Corey Reynolds (Sheriff Mike), Sara Tomko (Asta), Alice Wetterlund (D'Arcy) and Chris Sheridan (EP/Showrunner) talking about what might be different this season, what characters you might see more of and if Harry's secret is still save. WATCH RESIDENT ALIEN STARTING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26TH ON SYFY!

We're also talking a bit of anime this week with Ian Sinclair and Jordan Dash Cruz. Hear about the upcoming U.S. release of Sign A Bit Of Harmony. Find out why the movie is about way more than just the music, the bonds of friendship, some of the crazy characters and so much more. Plus, find out if the guys were prepared to sing or not! SING A BIT OF HARMONY IS AVAILABLE IN THEATERS STARTING ON JANUARY 23RD!

We're not stopping there because we still have to talk about the title of the new Lord of the Rings series, the Moon Knight trailer and why DC Comics is killing the Justice League. You can also find out what we thought of the new Peacock animated series, Supernatual Academy. All that and so much more!

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