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The Superhero Pantheon: Watchmen (2019) & Wonder Woman 1984

Jerome and Brian come back to superheroes for an end of the year special as they discuss HBO’s huge Watchmen adaptation that takes its cues from the graphic novel and less so from the 2009 film. The duo discusses why this television series is worth assessing for the Pantheon.

Then the final 30 minutes are a discussion of Wonder Woman 1984. Find out their very spoiler filled thoughts on a mixed bag of a movie to say the least.

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Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 6

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Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

Somehow, someway our journey has reached its terminus. The table has been set, all the key players are finally together, TWO separate maniacal plans are afoot, and against all odds all roads lead to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Did anyone do it thirty five minutes ago? Will anyone refuse to compromise? Will Lube Man’s identity be revealed?! Find out for the last time.

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Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 5

Episode 5

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

Prepare yourself for some Matt anger as the penny finally drops on Ben’s teases. Boy howdy are there some REVEALS in this pair of episodes as the table is set for the finale. First we delve into Angela’s traumatic life growing up in Saigon and then it’s finally time for our appointment with The Doctor. Plus some of the biggest acting challenges of Jeremy Irons’ career! Continue reading Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 5

Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 4

Episode 4

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

Character studies galore this week as we look into the window of Looking Glass’ mind and finally learn the truth about Will Reeves. How many teases did Matt pick up on? Does he have any idea what Ozymandias is really up to? Will he say ‘ostensibly’ fewer than 15 times??? What are you waiting for? Listen and find out! Continue reading Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 4

Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 3

Episode 3

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

This week our core cast is finally complete thanks to the arrival of the always electric Jean Smart and the delightful Hong Chau make their series debuts… As do Dale Petey, Excalibur the Dildo and Lube Man! Ben can’t help but tease a blissfully ignorant Matt as the plot thickens, and Jeremy Irons gets up to more nonsense. Continue reading Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 3

Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 2

Episode 2

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

We begin coverage of the show-proper this week, delving into the first pair of episodes, with world and character building flying thick and fast. The show is definitely pro-squid, but is it also pro-cop? And just what on Earth is Jeremy Irons up to? Listen to Matt try and explain! Continue reading Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 2

Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 1

Episode 1

Ben Phillips & Matt Waters just won’t stop podcasting, which is fitting given the title of this mini-series devoted to Damon Lindelof’s TV continuation of the most acclaimed comic book of all time.

This first episode tackles the original comic book and the litany of adaptations and projects that were inspired by it, including Zack Snyder’s movie, the Before Watchmen project, and Pax Americana, Doomsday Clock and Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt. Continue reading Nothing Ever Ends – A Watchmen Podcast: Episode 1

The Superhero Pantheon Holiday Special 2019 (Into The Spider-Verse & Watchmen)

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It’s the holiday season, and listeners get a special treat with a 90 minute discussion of Watchmen featuring Jerome Cusson and special guest Ben Phillips. They discuss one of the best shows of the year and one of the most impactful superhero properties ever created. Then Brian joins Jerome for a discussion of Spider-Man:Into the Spider Verse. Is this finally the film to break the Spider-man pantheon curse? Continue reading The Superhero Pantheon Holiday Special 2019 (Into The Spider-Verse & Watchmen)

The Superhero Pantheon: Volume 2, Episode 33: Watchmen

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It’s Zack Snyder’s first foray into the superhero genre, and I guess this was his best movie? This is one way to get excited for the upcoming television series as Jerome and Brian break down a faithful adaptation that somehow misses the subtext of what Alan Moore was trying to say. Continue reading The Superhero Pantheon: Volume 2, Episode 33: Watchmen

There Will Be Movies – Episode 2: Almost Famous

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Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, kicking things off with Volume 1: 2000 – 2009.

Gather around boys and girls, and witness Cameron Crowe’s retelling of how he lost his virginity to three women instead of writing an article on Dr. Manhattan and Earl Hickey. But who among us, ya know?

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