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There Will Be Movies – Episode 93: RoboCop

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.

Another year, another satirical masterpiece from Paul Verhoeven that some very dumb people insist isn’t political. This time it’s RoboCop, so plenty of discussion of the hyper-violence, police commentary and of course Judge Dredd.

The Superhero Pantheon – Spider-Man ’94: Episodes 64-65

‘I Really, Really Hate Clones’ & ‘Farewell, Spider-Man’

Jerome and Brian are back to discuss the final two episodes of the mid-90s Spider-Man. Despite the lack of enjoyment for much of the season, there is a lot to like in this final two parter with all the clones. Enjoy the final discussion of Spider-Man for quite some time.

There Will Be Movies – Episode 92: Raising Arizona

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.

Yeah, yeah, discussion points, tangents, Woody Woodpecker, all that jazz. But the real main event of this episode is The (never to be played again) Nicolas Cage Genre Game Spectacular!!!

Jerome and Kevin Present – Cancelled Too Soon: Togetherness (Season 1)

Jerome and Kevin continue to look at shows that were Cancelled Too Soon.

This month, it’s the little seen but critically acclaimed dramedy, Togetherness. Listen to them discuss a show that almost broke Kevin emotionally (again) and an all-time great segue from Jerome.

There Will Be Movies – Episode 91: Blue Velvet

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.

Join us on a surreal exploration of the id of David Lynch, with plenty of discussion of Twin Peaks, Matt’s time in film school and the Community movie, obviously.

Marvel Mondays – She-Hulk: Attorney at Law: Season Review

She-Hulk proclaims itself a Legal Sitcom but is frequently distracted by adherence to being another generic, poorly paced Marvel affair that gets in its own way, despite fun guest appearances and another fantastically cast lead actor.

6 Takeaways from House of the Dragon: Season 1

I could not help myself. I swore up and down I was not going to get sucked into another Game of Thrones show. But I did. Here are my big thoughts on it. Continue reading 6 Takeaways from House of the Dragon: Season 1

There Will Be Movies – Episode 90: Top Gun

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.

You knew this day was coming when we announced an 80’s volume… It’s time to Play With the Boys.

The Superhero Pantheon – Spider-Man ’94: Episodes 59-63

‘Return of Hydro-Man’ & ‘Secret Wars’

Jerome and Brian discuss five more episodes, including the return of Hydro-Man and the first version of Secret Wars put on screen. Find out the truth behind Mary Jane and why a three parter should have been five parter. One more episode after this as Jerome and Brian cap off their months long journey.

Marvel Mondays – She-Hulk: Attorney at Law: Episode 9

Plot summary: Everything is going bad for Jen in her season finale… so she decides to change it.