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Join us on this week's episode where we dive deep into the cinematic and television highs and lows of the past year. From groundbreaking masterpieces to those disappointing letdowns, each of us - Ryan, Mike, and Dave - brings our top two picks and pans in both movies and TV shows to the roundtable. Expect passionate discussions, surprising choices, and maybe a little friendly debate as we dissect what made our favorites shine and our least favorites fall flat. We'll wrap up with a look ahead, sharing our most anticipated releases for the upcoming year. So, whether you're a hardcore cinephile or a casual TV watcher, this episode's got something for everyone. Tune in and compare notes with us on this cinematic journey!
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Buckle up, Marvel fans, because this episode is going to flip your universe upside-down! Mike is at the helm today, steering us through a whirlwind of MCU trivia—except all the answers are hilariously wrong. From Tony Stark's AI being GLaDOS to Peter Parker attending Hogwarts, we're rewriting Marvel history for laughs. Join us as we pick our favorite alternative facts and spin them into scenes we wish existed in the movies. Who needs canon when imagination is this fun?
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Welcome to a special episode of the show called "No News is Good News!" where we navigate the wildest, geekiest headlines this side of the galaxy—except they're all made up! From the improbable crossovers of Star Wars and Star Trek to a universe where Ryan Reynolds swaps roles with Hugh Jackman, we're warping reality to bring you the fictional scoops you never knew you needed. Can you tell the difference between the actual absurdities of geekdom and our fabricated headlines? Warp speed ahead!
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In this twist-packed episode of the Third Reel podcast, join Ryan, Mike, and Dave as they venture through the thrilling corridors of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Ryan, having indulged in a cinematic feast, paints a vivid picture of movies like "Gonzo Girl," "Kill," "Hell of a Summer," and "Knox Goes Away." Mike and Dave, blissfully unaware, put on their prediction hats, trying to decipher where these stories might turn next. Will they nail the narrative, or will the silver screen secrets elude them? Tune in to embark on this tantalizing TIFF tour, filled with speculation, laughter, and some good old-fashioned movie magic. 🎬
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Join Mike as he navigates us through the rollercoaster that was this year's FanExpo. From jaw-dropping panels to less-than-stellar experiences, we're breaking it all down. Whether you were there or wish you were, we'll give you the inside scoop on what rocked and what didn't. Plus, tips on post-convention recovery, so you can keep that geeky energy flowing!
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Get ready for a geeky showdown like no other as Dave leads this episode's Ultimate Geek Out Game Show! Brace yourself for bad movie descriptions that'll leave you scratching your head, superhero origins that'll challenge your comic book prowess, and a Kevin Smith segment filled with questions only true fans can answer. Whether you're a cinephile, a superhero enthusiast, or a Kevin Smith aficionado, this game show has something for you. Join us as we buzz in, laugh out loud, and go head-to-head in a battle of wits and geeky glory. Think you know your stuff? Play along at home and test your geek credentials!
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Prepare for an epic collision of worlds as your hosts dive into the ultimate 'What If?' scenarios, pitting the mightiest heroes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe against their counterparts in the DC Extended Universe. What happens when DCEU's Hawkman soars into the streets of MCU's Hawkeye? Or when Deadpool finds himself in Metropolis as the Man of Steel battles Zod? In this thrilling one-off episode, we explore four pulse-pounding crossover scenarios, debate the outcomes, and let imagination run wild. Join us for a multiverse-spanning discussion that blurs the lines between comics' two greatest universes and delivers a superhero extravaganza like no other. Hold on to your capes; this is a ride you won't want to miss!
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In this episode, we're taking a cinematic journey through some of the most anticipated films of the year. Starting off in the colorful, action-packed realms of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Then, we're stepping into the fabulous and surprisingly nuanced world of the live-action Barbie movie. Finally, we delve into the haunting historical drama, Oppenheimer to unpack Christopher Nolan's distinctive storytelling approach.
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This week's special episode, we're playing some madlibs, superhero style! Mike takes us through an "Epic Battle" of Bag Man and Charming Cat to take on the forces of evil shiny potatoes. Tune in to hear this epic confrontation, and Ryan and Dave's attempts to derail it the whole time.
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Clearly we all like podcasts and listen to them often. we have a wide variety we listen to and this week Dave thought it would be fun to share a podcast we love that maybe not many people know about.
Welcome to Night Vale - https://www.welcometonightvale.com/
Wolverine Long Night - https://www.wolverinepodcast.com/
Do Go On - https://dogoonpod.com/
For extra reading:
Marvel Wastelanders - https://www.marvel.com/digital-series/podcasts/marvels-wastelanders-old-man-star-lord
Batman The Audio Adventures - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/batman-the-audio-adventures/id1585025879
Weekly Planet - https://play.acast.com/s/theweeklyplanet -
This week's special episode, we're turning our love for superhero movies into a fun game. Ryan gathered some of the most brutally funny half-star reviews from Letterboxd, and it's up to the Mike and Dave (and you) to guess which DCEU movie the review is roasting. Expect laughs, debates, and maybe even a little bit of defending our favorite films. Join us as we navigate through these scathing critiques and try to guess the movie. Will you be able to figure it out before we do? Tune in to find out!
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This week Mike takes the wheel for a deep dive into the world of streaming services. From the early days of Netflix's DVD-by-mail service to today's vast array of options like Disney+, HBO Max, and Prime Video, we explore how streaming has fundamentally reshaped our viewing habits and the entire entertainment industry.
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Shut-up Ryan! This week Dave takes the wheel for a Test Pilots episode! We look at the first episode of Muppets Mayhem (Disney +), Silo (Apple TV +), and Picard (Paramount +) as if Season 3 was actually season 1's pilot.
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This week Ryan takes the wheel for a discussion about superhero teams in live action film and television and like the Beyonder, draft our Multiversal Secret War Dream Team!
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This week Mike takes the wheel for a discussion about movie franchises and their validity in the past present and future
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This week Dave takes the wheel for some geeking out over DC and James Gunn, welcome to the Gunn show
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This week Ryan takes the wheel for a discussion everyone's favourite live action comic book hero adaptations, as well as some obscured as yet unadapted villains, and then we pitch them against each other to decide the victor.
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This week Mike takes the wheel for a discussion about movie remakes and their validity through the lens of the upcoming Renfield, sequel to 1931's Dracula
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This week Dave takes the wheel for some geeking out over a wishlist of celebrity related (PG) fantasies, like getting high with Kevin Smith, working out with Dwayne Johnson, and more.
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This week Ryan takes the wheel for a discussion about the latest in spoilery Marvel movie news.
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