The Ringer-Verse

'The Ringer-Verse' is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom. Hosted by a rotating lineup of The Ringer’s expert superfans—including The Midnight Boys Van Lathan and Charles Holmes and Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson from 'The House of R’—episodes provide energetic instant reactions to the latest releases, immersive deep dives on story themes and canon, mind-bending theories, and fresh takes on all of the superhero, sci-fi, and fantasy stories you love, from the MCU to 'Star Wars', DC to 'Game of Thrones', and beyond.

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December 23, 2022

House of R(ecommends): If You Loved These Five Stories, Here's What to Try Next | House of R

Join Mal, Joanna, and a multitude of guests as they give you a list of recommendations to accompany all of the biggest releases of the year. If you enjoyed anything the Ringer-Verse covered this year, then you'll love these! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Guests: Chris Ryan, Kim Renfro, Be...

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December 21, 2022

The Midnight Mulligans | The Midnight Boys

The time has finally come to re-rank all of the Midnight Boys' scores on the famous Midnight Meter! Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve reassess all of the hit properties from the past year and revamp their personal scores with a bit more hindsight. (07:35) Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran...

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December 19, 2022

'Avatar: The Way of Water' Reactions

Sullys stick together! And so do Charles and Mallory as they discuss the long-awaited sequel to James Cameron's groundbreaking CGI masterwork (02:21). They discuss what works best and what to take away from this holiday blockbuster. Hosts: Charles Holmes and Mallory Rubin Social: Jomi Adeniran Senio...

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December 16, 2022

The Top 10 Video Games of the Year

Before we reach the final level of 2022, Ben Lindbergh is joined by Matt James and Justin Charity to discuss the best games of the year. They begin by discussing the significant gaming trends that made this year's landscape, and what they're looking forward to in the new year (03:19) before getting ...

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December 14, 2022

Across the Spider-Verse, DC News, and Armchair CEO | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to talk about the newest trailer for 'Across the Spider-Verse' and what they hope to see in the long-awaited sequel (06:43). Then, they discuss the multiple stories of big changes to the DCEU slate (13:49) and later play another game of armchair CEO with James Gunn's new DC ...

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December 12, 2022

Things We Missed in 2022 | Mint Edition

Jomi and Steve are back to dive into some of their favorite shows this year that they weren’t previously able to discuss, including ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ (5:00), ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ (09:00), ‘Pantheon’ (14:00), ‘Catwoman: Hunted’ (19:30), and more. Later, producer Kerm joins the conversat...

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December 9, 2022

Top 10 Moments of 2022 | House of R

As the year comes to a close, Mal and Jo look at their top 10 moments of 2022, and talk about their favorite shows, movies, and pieces of IP! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about you...

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December 5, 2022

'Midnight Suns' and the State of Superhero Games

Time to press start and make way for Ben Lindbergh, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi Adeniran to give their thoughts on the newest Marvel video game 'Midnight Suns' (03:38). They also discuss the bigger Marvel slate of games, as well as DC's game offerings to come, and what they want out of their superhero ga...

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November 30, 2022

'Willow' Episodes 1-2 Reactions

The "Jovanna" experience returns with Joanna and Van to discuss the much-anticipated premiere of the Disney+ series 'Willow' (04:23). They also dive into their favorite characters and discuss some of the squandered IP reboots of this year. Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan Senior Producer: Steve...

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November 28, 2022

Revisiting 1988's 'Willow' Ahead of the New Series | House of Midnight

It is time to take the journey. In anticipation of the newest Disney+ series, Joanna, Van, and Mal return to discuss the 1988 fantasy classic 'Willow' (05:43). They bring you all their musings on the classic adventure film and how it shaped the era of fantasy to come. Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Van Lat...

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November 27, 2022

'Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special' Reactions, Plus James Gunn | Mint Edition

Steve and Jomi are joined by Daniel Chin to give their reactions to the newest Marvel studios special presentation starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. They share their thoughts on Drax and Mantis having starring roles, Kevin Bacon’s performance and more (4:08). Then Daniel Chin talks with James Gu...

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November 25, 2022

'Andor' Episode 12 Deep Dive | The House of R

Jo and Mal are ready to head to Ferrix and break down the season finale of 'Andor!' They begin with Mon Mothma’s role in the episode (12:00) before discussing the use of water (57:00) and explaining why Maarva’s speech was so powerful (91:00). Finally they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to theorize abo...

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November 23, 2022

'Andor' Episode 12 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Fight back and tune in! It's time for the Midnight Boys to give you their instant reactions to the explosive Season 1 finale of 'Andor' (06:23). They discuss the impact this show has had with the larger IP era as a whole. Later, they give the first season a ranking on the 'Midnight Meter' and discus...

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November 18, 2022

'Andor' Episode 11 Deep Dive | The House of R

We don't want to be alone! So Jo and Mal are here to talk about the eleventh episode of 'Andor' (10:50). They also discuss the bizarre braid ritual in this episode and what Mon Mothma is facing in the lead-up to the season finale (50:20). Later they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to talk about all of t...

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November 16, 2022

‘Andor’ Episode 11 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van, Charles, and Jomi are back to dive into the latest episode of ‘Andor’ (00:00). The guys give their overall reactions before diving into the death of Marva (18:00), the epic space battle (44:00), and much more. Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, and Jomi Adeniran Social: Jomi Adeniran Associate ...

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November 15, 2022

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are finally back to talking about the MCU! Listen as they go to the depths of Talokan to discuss ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’ First, they activate the kimoyo beads by giving an opening snapshot of the film (5:02). Then, they go into the great mound for a deep dive into each chara...

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November 11, 2022

'Andor' Episode 10 Deep Dive, Plus Toby Haynes | The House of R

We have made our pod a sunless place! But it is full of great discussion on the latest episode of 'Andor,' including some of the best 'Star Wars' content to ever exist! (09:55). Later, Ben Lindbergh joins to discuss some of the best speeches in 'Star Wars' history, and what makes a great speech (90:...

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November 10, 2022

'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The hour is upon us and it is time for the Midnight Boys to give their instant reactions to 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' (04:07). They also discuss the fantastic introduction of the film's villain, Namor, to the MCU and what he means for the future (50:57). They also analyze the exciting final b...

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November 9, 2022

'Andor' Episode 10 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

One way out! The Midnight Boys are back to sing the praises of the tenth episode of 'Andor' (04:15). They discuss the thrilling prison break and the emotional beats it hits (26:09). They also take a look at Mon Mothma's dilemma and what happens in the final two episodes. Hosts: Van Lathan, Cahrles H...

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November 4, 2022

'Andor' Episode 9 Deep Dive, Plus Andy Serkis | House of R

They want what you want! Jo and Mal jump back into the ISB and dive deep into the latest episode of 'Andor' (06:11). Later they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the twisted meeting between him and Dedra, then they take a look at what is going on with his character (38:04). Joanna also sits dow...

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November 2, 2022

'Andor' Episode 9 and 'Tales of the Jedi' Reactions | The Midnight Boys

On program! The Midnight Boys return to discuss their favorite moments from the latest episode of 'Andor,' as well as Cassian's escape plans (03:06). Later, the boys weigh in on last week's 'Tales of the Jedi' special and some key moments in the series (47:02). Hosts: Van Lathan, Cahrles Holmes, Jom...

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October 28, 2022

'Andor' Episode 8 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna return once again to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the latest episode of ‘Andor.’ But first, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to take a deeper look into Saw Gerrera, his character history, and how he interacts with the rest of the rebels (7:33). Then, they go for a deep dive into ...

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October 27, 2022

'House of the Dragon’ Season 1 Awards, Season 2 Book Look Ahead, and Greg Yaitanes Chat!

This is the stuff, Ringer-Verse! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson gather one last time to discuss their favorite moments of the first season of 'House of the Dragon' (05:22). They also share their final words and thank each other for a wonderful pod run (40:50). Then they have an in-depth chat with...

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October 26, 2022

'Andor' Episode 8 Instant Reactions, and James Gunn's New Job | The Midnight Boys

Hot floor! The Midnight Boys return to talk about the latest episode of 'Andor' and give their thoughts on Cassian's prison predicament (04:50). Later on, they give their thoughts on James Gunn's new role heading development for DC (51:44). Hosts: Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Senior P...

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October 25, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 10 Deep Dive | House of R

The time has come! Now that the season finale of ‘House of the Dragon’ is upon us, Mal and Joanna give their thoughts on the exciting conclusion (05:40). Then they begin their monstrous deep dive into all of the consequential events that conclude this season (12:35). Later they give their episode aw...

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October 24, 2022

'Black Adam' and 'Ant-Man' Trailer Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The hierarchy of podcasting is about to forever change! The Midnight Boys come to you on a Monday to give you their weekend reactions to the hotly anticipated 'Black Adam' (4:48). They talk about the ups and downs of the Justice Society of America, as well as the final showdown (43:29). Later, they ...

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October 23, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 10 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

The time has come for Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin to give their instant reactions to the explosive season finale of the first season of ‘House of the Dragon.’ Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna ...

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October 21, 2022

'Andor' Episodes 1-6 Catchup and Episode 7 Deep Dive | House of R

At long last, Joanna and Mal are back in a galaxy far, far away to discuss ‘Andor.’ They start by catching up on what they’ve thought of the show so far and briefly breaking down the first six episodes (7:56). Then, they go for a deep dive into Episode 7 (“Announcement”) to break down each story lin...

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October 19, 2022

'Andor' Episode 7 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to fix their brown collars, as well as give their reactions to the latest episode of 'Andor' (5:41). They also talk about the conflict brewing around Mon Mothma, and what it means to be in the new rebel alliance (21:12). Later, they discuss the emotional reunion between Cass...

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October 18, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 9 Deep Dive | House of R

It’s time to do a coup and dive deep into the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon.’ They head to the Dragonpit for some plot analysis (07:22). Later, they give out the episode’s awards (02:51:24), as well as look into book spoilers and see what they can predict for the future (02:59:19). If you w...

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October 16, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 9 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson give their thoughts and reactions to the penultimate episode of 'House of the Dragon' Season 1 and how the characters in Westeros still have the ability to shock us as The Dance of the Dragons begins. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rub...

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October 15, 2022

'Chainsaw Man' Series Premiere Reactions

Charles Holmes and Justin Charity get you ready to hunt some devils as they react to the series premiere of 'Chainsaw Man!' They go over the history of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga, how the pandemic ultimately drew in more readers, and why the story resonates with an American audience. Also, they discus...

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October 14, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 8 Deep Dive. Plus, Showrunners J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay | House of R

Joanna and Mal are back in Middle-earth to talk about the Season 1 finale of 'The Rings of Power.’ They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (1:22). Then, they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details, character moments, and major reveals ...

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October 13, 2022

'She-Hulk’ Season Finale Reactions

Ben is joined by the Mint Edition duo of Steve and Jomi to discuss the fourth-wall-breaking season finale of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney At Law’ (02:00). The guys discuss what the episode could’ve been without Jen’s visit to the Marvel writers room (30:00). Later, they look at how the ‘She-Hulk’ season fina...

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October 12, 2022

'Andor' Episode 6 Instant Reactions, and Big MCU Delays | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to take the 40 million and run, as well as give their reactions to the latest episode of 'Andor' (05:34). They also break down what might make this the best episode of the season so far (28:20). Later, they discuss the newly delayed slate of Marvel films due to 'Blade' searc...

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October 11, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 8 Deep Dive | House of R

Time to hear your petitions and join Mal and Joanna for the biggest episode of 'House of the Dragon' yet. First, they give their brief overall impressions of this important episode (07:40). Then, they dive into the Dragonpit and go deep into the plot details and analysis of the episode (14:36). Late...

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October 9, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 8 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Get your gold masks on and join Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson as they give their thoughts on this rocking new episode of 'House of the Dragon' and what this twisted family does as a civil war is brewing. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ah...

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October 8, 2022

‘Werewolf By Night’ Instant Reactions

Joanna and Van are here to dive into Marvel’s special presentation, ‘Werewolf By Night.’ The pair discusses the classic horror influence on the project, before switching gears to talk about future films like ‘Blade,’ as well as a potential 'Midnight Suns' project, and much more. Hosts: Joanna Robins...

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October 7, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 7 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal are back in Middle-earth to talk about the penultimate episode in Season 1 of 'The Rings of Power.’ They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (7:43). Then, they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details and character moments ...

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October 6, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Episode 8 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh is once again joined by Daniel Chin to dive into the penultimate episode of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ The guys dive into Daredevil’s official MCU debut, the romantic spark between Jen and Matt Murdock, LeapFrog, and much more. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Daniel Chin Associate Produce...

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October 5, 2022

'Andor' Episode 5 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Pod remembers, and so do the Midnight Boys. This week, the boys give their thoughts on the fifth episode of 'Andor' (07:39). They discuss dissent in the gang that Cassian allies himself with (13:42), as well as what goes on with Syril and his life at home (39:24). Later, they talk about how well...

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October 4, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 7 Deep Dive | House of R

Keep a sharp eye and get ready to dive deep into the seventh episode of 'House of the Dragon' with Mal and Joanna! First, they give their brief overall impressions of this important episode (06:08). Then, they dive into the Dragonpit and go deep into the plot details and analysis of the episode (14:...

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October 2, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 7 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

It's the world's worst funeral on this week's 'House of the Dragon,' and Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are here to give you all their instant reactions to this brand new episode! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Productio...

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September 30, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 6 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal journey to Middle-earth once again to talk about the latest episode of 'The Rings of Power.' They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (8:13). Then, they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details and character moments (23:13)...

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September 29, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Episode 7 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh is back and he’s joined by Miles Surrey to discuss the seventh episode of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ The guys dive into Jen’s group therapy session with Abomination and several C-list villains. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Miles Surrey Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Pro...

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September 28, 2022

'Andor' Episode 4 Instant Reactions, 'Deadpool 3' and 'Blade' News | The Midnight Boys

Time to join the rebellion for real and join the Midnight Boys for their latest reactions to the fourth episode of 'Andor' (04:59). They talk about the strife and bureaucracy in the empire, along with what the fight for the galaxy looks like from all sides (41:58). Later, they take a look at the rec...

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September 27, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 6 Deep Dive | House of R

It's time to jump to the future and dive deep into the sixth episode of 'House of the Dragon' with Mal and Joanna! First, they give their brief overall impressions of this important episode (05:59). Then, they dive into the Dragonpit and go deep into the plot details and analysis of the episode (11:...

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September 25, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 6 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

The great time jump is upon us, and Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are here to talk all about the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon.' Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more abo...

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September 23, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 5 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal journey to Middle-earth once again to talk about the latest episode of 'The Rings of Power.' They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (3:02). Then they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details and character moments (14:24)....

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September 22, 2022

She-Hulk’ Episode 6 Reactions | Mint Edition

Steve and Jomi are back to dive into the sixth episode of ‘She-Hulk.’ The guys break down Jen’s day as a bridesmaid, She-Hulk’s battle with Titania, and Mr. Immortal divorce cases. Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopa...

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September 21, 2022

'Andor' Season Premiere Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Boys return to a galaxy far, far away and give their thoughts on the three-episode premiere of the highly anticipated new show 'Andor' (05:24). They later discuss the character of Cassian, the characters he surrounds himself with, and what makes this show so special (34:08). Hosts: Van Lathan, C...

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September 20, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 5 Deep Dive | House of R

It's time to dive deep into the fifth episode of 'House of the Dragon' with Mal and Joanna! They give their brief overall impressions of this middle episode (06:19). Then, they dive into the dragon pit and go deep into the plot details and analysis of the episode (08:52). Later, they give out the ep...

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September 18, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 5 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

It's weddings, murder, and scandal as Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson give their instant reactions to the fifth episode of 'House of the Dragon.' Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn mo...

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September 17, 2022

‘Harley Quinn’ Season 3 Finale, And Showrunners Patrick Schumacker, Justin Halpern, and Sarah Peters | Mint Edition

Jomi and Steve are back to celebrate a fantastic third season of ‘Harley Quinn’ by highlighting some of their favorite moments, characters, storylines, and more (02:40). Later, they are joined by showrunners Patrick Schumacker, Justin Halpern, and Sarah Peters to discuss developing Season 3 of the ...

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September 16, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal journey to Middle-earth once again to talk about the latest episode of 'The Rings of Power.' They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (7:45). Then they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details and character moments (14:57)....

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September 15, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Episode 5 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh is joined by Joanna Robinson to discuss the fifth episode of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ They dive into Titania and She-Hulk’s court case, the legality of trademarking a superhero’s name, and more. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Addition...

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September 14, 2022

The 'Rogue One' Rewatch and 'House of the Dragon' Thoughts | The Midnight Boys

The boys are back in town to deliver plans for a great pod! They revisit the popular film 'Rogue One' in anticipation of the 'Andor' premiere next week (05:05). Later they rank the film against the entire 'Star Wars' canon and debate what belongs on the top spot (51:53). Then, they give brief impres...

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September 13, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Time to hit the Street of Silk with Mal and Jo to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They begin as they Rally the Realm with their overall impressions of this scandalous episode (06:59). Later they enter the Dragon Pit to investigate all the juicy plot details (09:49). Later...

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September 11, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 4 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Gods be good! Chris Ryan is joined by Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson to give their immediate thoughts and reactions on the incredibly messed up fourth episode of 'House of the Dragon.' Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Suppor...

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September 10, 2022

D23 News Instant Reactions | House of Midnight

Van, Joanna, and Charles come to you live from Anaheim—fresh from the D23 Expo—to give their reactions to all the latest Disney news, including Marvel (00:45), Lucasfilm (67:08), and more. Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan, Charles Holmes Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition...

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September 9, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 3 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal return to Middle-earth and talk about the latest episode of 'The Rings of Power.' They take a look at the opening snapshot of the show's critical reception and overall impressions (06:41). Then they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode itself, with all the juicy plot detail...

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September 8, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Episode 4 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh is joined by Jodi Walker to break down the fourth episode of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ They dive into Wong’s universal approval rating (02:00), She-Hulk’s dating life (10:00), and much more. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Jodi Walker Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Produc...

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September 7, 2022

'Rings of Power' and 'House of the Dragon' Catch-Up, Plus D23 Predictions | The Midnight Boys

Van, Charles, and Jomi are back to give you their latest thoughts on the highly anticipated 'The Rings of Power' as Charles attempts to sell Van on the show (06:54). Then the boys dive into their thoughts on the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon' (28:43). Later, they predict what they expect mi...

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September 6, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 3 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal return to discuss the third episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They offer thoughts on the episode when they Rally the Realm (5:06). Then they head to the Dragon Pit and dive deep into the episode (19:03). Later they give out awards for the episode (2:13:32) before getting into book spo...

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September 4, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 3 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Chris Ryan is joined by Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson to give their immediate thoughts and reactions to the third episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ and discuss the war in the Stepstones. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Associate Producer: Mike Wargon Additional Production Su...

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September 2, 2022

‘Rings of Power’ Episodes 1 and 2 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal journey to Middle-earth to break down ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ episodes 1 and 2. They start by giving their overall impressions of the show (8:09) before discussing each story line in the first two episodes (29:16). Later, they speculate on what is to come and talk ...

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September 1, 2022

'She-Hulk’ Episode 3 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin break down Episode 3 of ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ They dive into Megan Thee Stallion’s cameo (11:00), Wong incriminating himself (39:00) as well as references to other MCU shows and movies baked into the episode (33:00). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Daniel Chin Associa...

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August 31, 2022

'House of the Dragon' and 'She-Hulk' Catch-Up | The Midnight Boys

Van returns and The Midnight Boys want to give their takes on the hottest new shows. They weigh in on the smash hit 'House of The Dragon', and see if they are ready to get back into the 'Game of Thrones' world (10:50). Then, they tap into the MCU hit show 'She-Hulk' and see if the attorney is going ...

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August 30, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 2 Deep Dive | House of R

Gods be good—Joanna and Mal return to discuss the second episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They offer thoughts on the episode when they Rally the Realm (04:52). Then they head to the Dragon Pit and dive deep into the episode (08:28). Later they bestow the award for the episode’s Faceless Man (02:40:...

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August 28, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Episode 2 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Chris Ryan is joined by Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson to give their immediate thoughts and reactions to the intriguing and dragon-filled second episode of 'House of the Dragon'. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arj...

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August 26, 2022

The Most Essential 'The Lord of the Rings' Moments to Revisit Before 'Rings of Power,' With Bryan Cogman! | House of R

Mal and Joanna are joined by ‘Rings of Power’ consulting producer, Bryan Cogman, to talk about the new show and all things ‘Lord of the Rings.’ They start by talking about how they each fell in love with ‘Lord of the Rings’ and the impact it has had on the fantasy genre (13:32). Later, they discuss ...

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August 25, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Episode 2 Reactions

Ben Lindbergh and Khal Davenport break down Episode 2 of ’She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.’ They start by talking about their overall thoughts on the series so far (5:12), before recapping the latest episode (14:08). Later, they talk about how the episode crosses over with the rest of the MCU (22:17). Fin...

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August 24, 2022

The 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Draft | The Midnight Boys

Joanna Robinson joins Charles and the rest of the Midnight Boys for a draft of their favorite characters from the 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and 'The Legend of Korra' universe. Hosts: Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Guest: Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi ...

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August 23, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 1 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna return to Westeros once again to give you their deep, DEEP dive into the season premiere of 'House of the Dragon', titled "The Heirs of the Dragon". They give their overall thoughts about this first episode and what it feels like to be back in the world of 'Game of Thrones' (07:05). T...

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August 21, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Season Premiere Reactions | Talk the Thrones

‘Talk the Thrones’ has returned to break down the season premiere of HBO's 'Game of Thrones' spinoff, 'House of the Dragon.’ Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson mount their dragons to share their instant reactions to the much anticipated first episode (03:07), parse the implications of th...

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August 19, 2022

The Most Essential 'Game of Thrones' Moments to Prep For 'House of the Dragon' | House of R

The time of dragons is almost at hand, and Mal and Joanna are here to give you some of the greatest and most essential 'Game of Thrones' moments to prepare you for the premiere of 'House of the Dragon' this Sunday (09:42). You can email Mal and Jo about 'House of the Dragon' and 'Lord of the Rings' ...

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August 18, 2022

‘She-Hulk’ Series Premiere Reactions | Mint Edition

Steve and Jomi are back and ready to dive into the MCU’s latest installment, 'She-Hulk: Attorney at Law'. Listen as the guys share their thoughts on the battle of Hulk philosophies between Jennifer Walters and Bruce Banner (15:00), MCU connections (23:00), best bits (29:00), and more. Hosts: Steve A...

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August 17, 2022

Summer Bits We Missed: 'Prey,' 'RRR,' and More | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to talk about some of the best films and shows of the summer that they missed talking about. They give their spoiler-filled takes on: 'RRR' (09:30) 'Prey' (19:19) 'Nope' (25:27) 'Top Gun: Maverick' (33:38) 'Jurassic World: Dominion' (39:43) 'Bullet Train' (43:49) 'Everything...

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August 12, 2022

2022 Fall Hype Meter | House of R

The hierarchy of power in podcasting is about to change! Mal and Joanna are back with their Fall Hype Meter to discuss all the great and exciting events in fandom left in the year (07:01). Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Addition Productio...

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August 10, 2022

12(ish) Questions to Midnight: Pop Culture Edition | Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys bring you a very special episode as they attempt to answer 12 of the most pressing questions in pop culture, recorded live from the NABJ/NAHJ Conference in Las Vegas (10:48). Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: S...

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August 5, 2022

'The Sandman' Season One with Marc Bernardin | House of R

It's a dream come true! Joanna and Mal return with writer and podcaster Marc Bernardin to discuss the first season of Netflix's 'The Sandman' (06:54). They break the season into three parts by discussing episodes 1-4 (28:04), then discuss their two favorite tales with episodes 5 and 6 (78:54), and t...

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August 3, 2022

'Batgirl' Gets Canceled, Plus the Return of Midnight Court | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back and here to take on all of the issues in the fandom world this week. They talk about the decision to cancel the release of the highly anticipated 'Batgirl' film, along with the problems that HBO Max currently faces (05:58). Then, it's the long-awaited return of Midnight Co...

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July 29, 2022

‘Harley Quinn’ Season 3 Premiere Reactions | Mint Edition

Join Steve and Jomi as they tap in to the budding relationship of Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy in the three episode premiere of ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 3 on HBO Max. The guys look back at what made the show so special in its first two seasons (04:00); flash forward to some of their favorite moments of ...

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July 24, 2022

Comic-Con Superlatives: 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' Trailer, Marvel Slate Update, Thrones Hype, and More

Joanna and Mal emerge from the virtual halls of San Diego Comic-Con to discuss all of the major news and give awards for some of the most exciting moments of the convention. Including Best Trailer (06:57), Most Surprising Moment (21:26), Biggest Hype moment (44:41), and much more! Hosts: Joanna Robi...

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July 22, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Trailer Freakout | House of R

Mal and Jo are back to break down the trailer for the new HBO series ‘House of the Dragon'. They talk about the highlights from the trailer and speculate on what to expect from the ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff. Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Social: Jomi Adeniran Associate Producer: Carlos C...

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July 20, 2022

‘House of the Dragon’ Trailer, Plus The Superhero Movies Draft | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys round up and deliver their instant reactions to the newly released ‘House of the Dragon’ trailer fresh off the start of Comic-Con (03:27). Then, they dive into the best superhero films they can summon and deliver the ultimate superhero films draft (09:11). Hosts: Charles Holmes, Va...

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July 15, 2022

'The Rings of Power' Trailer + 'Ms. Marvel' Season Finale | The House of R

Joanna and Mal travel into the fires of Mount Doom to take a look at the soaring new trailer for 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (06:50). Then they dive deep into the explosive season finale of 'Ms. Marvel' (34:07). Later, they also talk about the famous utterance of a particular word and wh...

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July 13, 2022

'Ms. Marvel’ Season Finale Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to Jersey City to give their instant thoughts on the season finale of 'Ms. Marvel' (07:20). They sound off on the team-ups and hijinks in the action-packed episode and see if they thought it delivered the goods (28:44). Later, they discuss the Marvel VFX controversy and what...

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July 12, 2022

'Thor: Love and Thunder' Theories, Easter Eggs, and Mailbag | House of R

Mal and Joanna take one more swing of the hammer and dive deep into 'Thor: Love and Thunder' once again. They are joined by Jomi to address some of the biggest Easter eggs surrounding the latest MCU blockbuster (08:17). Then they crack open your mailbag questions and expound on theories around all t...

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July 11, 2022

'Thor: Love and Thunder' Deep Dive | Plus: Director Taika Waititi | House of R

Jo and Mal step into the shadow realm for another MCU deep dive: This time it's 'Thor: Love and Thunder'. They talk about their initial thoughts of the film and how it stacks up in the 'Thor' canon and the MCU as a whole (06:23). They then dive into the characters of both Thor, and Mighty Thor (48:3...

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July 10, 2022

'The Boys' Season 3 Finale Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Midnight Boys on 'The Boys' is back to talk about the explosive Season 3 finale (03:56). They take a look at the reuniting factions of 'The Boys' and whose side they would be on in the final showdown (28:24). Later, they rank this season on the Midnight Meter and predict what they would like to see ...

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July 8, 2022

'Thor: Love and Thunder' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys take a ride on some screaming goats to give their instant reactions to the highly anticipated 'Thor: Love and Thunder' (04:04). They dive into Thor's personal journey and how Chris Hemsworth's performance holds up in his fourth standalone adventure (14:26). Later, they rank the fil...

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July 7, 2022

'Ms. Marvel’ Episode 5 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are here to dive deep into the fifth episode of ‘Ms. Marvel’. They start with their general thoughts on the episode and the series so far (4:22). Then, they go through each key scene of the episode, starting with Aisha’s journey (20:18). They then have a discussion about time travel i...

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July 6, 2022

‘The Boys’ Season 3, Episode 7 Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve are back to give you their thoughts on the cartoon bloodbath that is the seventh episode of the third season of 'The Boys' (04:06). They weigh in on the Butcher's origin story (17:07) as well as the twists and turns that happen in the hunt for Mindstorm (33:23). Charles...

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July 3, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Episode 9 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are back in the Upside Down for the Season 4 finale of ‘Stranger Things.’ They go through each story line, starting with what is going on in Russia with Joyce and Hopper (7:05). Then, they break down what is going on with the California kids (41:20) before discussing what happened in ...

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July 1, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Episode 8 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna return to the Upside Down to give you their latest deep dive into Episode 8 of the fourth season of 'Stranger Things' (05:20). They break down each story line and what it means for the gang, starting with the adventure in Russia (21:52). Later, they break down what is happening with E...

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June 30, 2022

'Ms. Marvel’ Episode 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna team up and dive deep into the fourth episode of 'Ms. Marvel'. They start with Mal giving her perspective and thoughts on the show up to this point (6:54). Then, they discuss the theme of Kamala being torn between two worlds (14:00). They wrap up with pointing out some Easter eggs, an...

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June 29, 2022

‘Ms. Marvel’ Episode 4 Reactions | Midnight Boys

Charles, Jomi, and Steve hop on the next flight and land on their latest reactions to 'Ms. Marvel' (02:30). They talk about Kamala's big trip to Pakistan and what adventures await her. They also discuss some secret societies throughout fiction as well as the exciting action that this episode provide...

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June 27, 2022

'The Boys’ “Herogasm” Reactions | House of Midnight

Van, Jo, and Charles are back to dive into the Season 3, Episode 6 of ‘The Boys,’ the highly anticipated “Herogasm” (02:00). They discuss Homelander’s further descent into madness (20:00), Starlight putting the supe life behind her (40:00), and Soldier Boy and Homelander’s epic battle (1:10:00). Hos...

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June 26, 2022

'Umbrella Academy’ Season 3 Reactions | Mint Edition

Steve and Jomi are back to dive into the third season of Netflix’s ‘Umbrella Academy.’ Listen as they discuss how the show handles Victor's transition (15:00), and later when they give out some season awards (28:00). Hosts: Steve Ahlman and Jomi Adeniran Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additiona...

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June 24, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 6 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are joined by Ben Lindbergh to dive deep into the heart of the finale of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'! They begin with their initial thoughts and a discussion about fandom as a whole (04:47). They then take on the themes of the episode as Obi-Wan confronts Darth Vader once again (34:06). Later, t...

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June 23, 2022

‘Ms. Marvel’ Episode 3 Reactions | Midnight Boys

Van, Charles, and Jomi return with their reactions to Episode 3 of ‘Ms. Marvel.’ They start by discussing Kamala as she learns the origin of her powers (6:12). Then, they discuss Aamir’s wedding and Kamala’s fight scene against Najama and her friends ( 28:43). They wrap up by answering a mailbag que...

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June 22, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Season Finale Instant Reactions and the Miles Morales as Thor Backlash | The Midnight Boys

Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve are all here to give their takes on the wildly anticipated season finale of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (05:58). They also discuss the final act for Reva and may come next (40:02). Later, They also discuss the backlash to a controversial issue of 'What If ... ?' featuring Miles Mo...

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June 20, 2022

‘The Boys’ Season 3, Episode 5 Reactions | House of Midnight

Charles, Jo, and Jomi are back to break down the fifth episode of Season 3 of ‘The Boys’ and give their instant reactions (02:00). They discuss the introduction of The Legend to the show and what may be to come with the character (19:00). Later, listen as Charles airs his grievances with #SupeLivesM...

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June 19, 2022

‘Lightyear’ Instant Reactions | Mint Edition

Steve and Jomi are back to dive into Pixar’s latest film ‘Lightyear.’ The guys look back at the impact of the ‘Toy Story’ franchise (02:00), and then they break down the plot of ‘Lightyear’ (21:00). Later, they attempt to do the impossible task of selecting the most overrated Pixar film (42:00). Hos...

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June 17, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 5 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna take a trip back to Coruscant and dive deep into the fifth episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'. But first, they begin by giving their thoughts on the latest 'Game of Thrones' spinoff news (06:07). Then they sink their teeth into this new episode and the major themes and revelations within (18...

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June 16, 2022

'Ms. Marvel' Episode 2 Reactions

Joanna, Jomi, and Steve are here to give you their reactions to the second episode of 'Ms. Marvel.' They start by discussing the process of Kamala learning more and more about her powers. (9:50). Later on, they talk about the potential villains of the show (43:02) and wrap up by answering some mailb...

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June 15, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 5 Instant Reaction | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys tap into the force once more to give their instant reactions to the fifth episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (04:16). They weigh in on Obi-Wan's plan to defend his allies against Vader and Reva (23:18) as well as the third sister facing off against Darth Vader herself (44:13). Later, they...

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June 13, 2022

‘The Boys’ Season 3, Episode 4 Reactions | House of Midnight

Van, Charles, and Jo dive into the fourth episode of Season 3 of ‘The Boys’ and give their instant reactions (02:00). They discuss Soldier Boy appearing in this episode with some new enhancements (20:00). Then, the crew focuses on Kimiko’s dildo killing spree (41:00). Later, Van, Charles, and Jo tak...

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June 10, 2022

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Episode 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Jo take a stroll through Moan Manor and mourn the death of Wayde in the latest episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi', looking at the details of the episode and the critical mission he undertakes (06:22). Joanna also questions Obi-Wan's personal journey with the Force (63:05). Later they are joined by ...

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June 9, 2022

Ms. Marvel Episode 1 Instant Reactions

Joanna and Charles come together to discuss the first episode of the newest Marvel Disney + series 'Ms. Marvel.' They start with their expectations going into the show and their preliminary thoughts on the premiere (4:47). Later, they discuss the post-credit scene (46:10) and wrap up by answering so...

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June 8, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 4 Instant Reactions, the 'Black Adam' Trailer, and the Sequel to 'Joker' | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back again for a look at the latest episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (04:43). They take a look at the hijinks that went down infiltrating the Inquisitors' base and whether Obi-Wan is getting his groove back with the Force (22:09). Later, they break down the 'Black Adam' trailer (67:...

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June 6, 2022

'The Boys’ Season 3, Episodes 1-3 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back to share their thoughts on the opening episodes of the third season of Amazon Prime’s ‘The Boys’ (02:00). Later, Van calls Laz Alonzo to get some insight on playing the character Mother’s Milk (1:01:00). Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, and Jomi Adeniran Guest: Laz Alonz...

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June 3, 2022

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Episode 3 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Ben team up to discuss the third episode of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ (6:00). They run through the plot in its entirety (19:00), talk about why Vader chose Mustafar as his seat (31:00), and speculate on what Reva’s true motivations may be (43:00). Plus, Ben explains the backstory of the Jedis whose n...

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June 1, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 3 Instant Reaction | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return from Star Wars Celebration to discuss the latest episode of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'! They begin by addressing the racist backlash that has been thrown at actor Moses Ingram since her appreance in the show (08:32). Later they discuss the plot including the return of a pivotal charac...

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May 31, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Episode 7 Deep Dive | House of R

Jo and Mal return to the world of ‘Stranger Things’ to break down the final episode of the first half of Season 4 (4:00). They discuss the origin of Vecna (16:00), their favorite theories heading into the midway point of the season (29:00), and Eleven’s relationship with Dr. Brenner (56:00). Plus, t...

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May 30, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episodes 1 and 2 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna join one last fight and talk about the two-episode premiere of the long-awaited series 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (05:43). They talk about the key plot points and the incredible character moments (23:00). Later, Ben Lindbergh joins to talk about the presence of Darth Vader in this timeline (02:...

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May 29, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Episodes 4-6 Deep Dive | House of R

Jo and Mal return to the Upside Down to share their thoughts on Episodes 4-6 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4 (4:00). They discuss how the show deals with memories (10:00), Mike and Will’s relationship (35:00), and Hopper’s escape and potential return to Hawkins (48:00). Plus, they each pick the songs ...

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May 28, 2022

Instant Reactions to the ‘Ahsoka’ First Look and Extended ‘The Mandalorian’ Teaser. Plus: House of Midnight Live From Star Wars Celebration! | The House of Midnight

Mal, Charles, and Jomi chime in after "The Mandalorian+" panel from Star Wars Celebration with their thoughts on the very first, thrilling "Ashoka" footage, including what it might mean for the cast. Then, they break down the new glimpses in the surprise updated Mando Season 3 extended peak. Then, T...

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May 27, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episodes 1 and 2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to a galaxy far far away to share their reactions to the first two episodes of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' (4:00). They discuss the tone and pacing the show has adopted (14:00), the decision to feature Leia in a main role (21:00), and their thoughts on the Inquisitors (31:00). Plus, th...

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May 27, 2022

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Episodes 1-3 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Jo take a trip to the Upside Down to discuss the first three episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4. They start by talking about their ‘Stranger Things’ journeys and why Netflix decided to split the season into two parts (7:23). Then they discuss how Eleven and the Byerses are adjusting to t...

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May 26, 2022

Instant Reactions to the ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3 Teaser, ‘Andor’ Trailer, and More News From Star Wars Celebration | House of Midnight

The House of Midnight is reporting live from Star Wars Celebration. They discuss the news from the Lucasfilm panel, including the latest trailer from ‘The Mandalorian,’ the brand-new ‘Andor’ trailer, and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, Steve Ahlman Senior Producer: St...

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May 23, 2022

The Most Essential Obi-Wan Moments | House of R

Mal and Jo sound off to give you the greatest moments in Obi-Wan's 'Star Wars' history in anticipation of the new Disney+ series (12:22). Later they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the essential reading and comics that dive into the character's greatest hits (01:50:06). After that, Joanna sit...

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May 20, 2022

'Halo' Season 1 Reactions | Mint Edition

In the first installment of ‘Mint Edition,’ Steve Ahlman and Jomi Adeniran dive into the first season of Paramount+'s ‘Halo.’ The guys discuss some of the lore of the video game franchise, what worked for the show, what didn’t, and what to expect from Season 2. Hosts: Steve Ahlman and Jomi Adeniran ...

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May 18, 2022

The 'She-Hulk' Trailer and the Ultimate 'Star Wars' Team Draft | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are here to give their thoughts on the new trailer for 'She-Hulk' and even discuss that contentious CGI (04:57). Then they talk about the 'Star Wars' idea of using CGI actors over casting new ones (22:07), all before drafting the ultimate 'Star Wars' starship team (33:54). Hosts: V...

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May 16, 2022

Exploring 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' With Jordan Hoffman. Plus, 'Batman Unburied' Discussion With Sam Witwer | House of R

Mal and Joanna have separate missions on this unique episode of 'House of R.' First, Joanna is joined by former host of 'The Official Star Trek Podcast' and coauthor of 'The Star Trek Book of Friendship,' Jordan Hoffman, to discuss the new series, 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' (7:24). Then, Mal is...

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May 12, 2022

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ Mailbag, Plus Michael Waldron | House of Midnight

Mal, Joanna, Van, and Charles assemble to answer your questions about ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ and the MCU going forward (3:26). Later, Mal and Joanna are joined by ‘Multiverse of Madness’ writer Michael Waldron to discuss the movie, how it fits into the MCU, and more (1:36:43)....

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May 9, 2022

'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' Deep Dive | House of R

It is time to punch a star-shaped hole through the multiverse and dive deep into the much-anticipated 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' with Mal and Jo (09:07). They talk about the characters and broad connections this film makes to the MCU at large (45:04). They discuss the arc of Steph...

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May 6, 2022

'Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys finally step into the multiverse and dive into all of their reactions to "Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" (03:59). They discuss the crazy turns and scenes that director Sam Raimi takes us on (42:56), all the wild cameos (53:30), and even the major controversy surrounding ...

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May 5, 2022

'House of the Dragon' Teaser Breakdown

Joanna Robinson is joined by Neil Miller and Dave Gonzales to breakdown the newest ‘House of the Dragon’ teaser trailer. They discuss where the story comes from (3:00), the familiar characters, scenery, and weapons seen in the trailer (15:00), and they each pick the moment they enjoyed the most (29:...

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May 4, 2022

'Moon Knight' Season Finale, Mohamed Diab, and the Obi-Wan Teaser | House of Midnight

Step back into the House of Midnight as Joanna and the Midnight Boys take on the season finale of Marvel's 'Moon Knight' (04:12). They unravel the explosive finale and take a look at what is to come. Joanna then sits down with series director Mohamed Diab to discuss his process throughout the series...

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April 29, 2022

‘Moon Knight’ Episode 5 Deep Dive Plus Show Runner Jeremy Slater | House of R

Mal and Jo cross the threshold and journey forth to talk about the fifth episode of ‘Moon Knight’ (07:41). They dive into the toughest aspects of the past that Marc needs to face (27:50). And they also take a look at Egyptology Corner (99:07) and answer your questions with Jomi (01:41:55). Later the...

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April 27, 2022

‘Moon Knight’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys sit in the field of reeds and discuss the penultimate episode of this season of 'Moon Knight' (05:29). They weigh in on Jomi's bold prediction on this episode from last week (19:20), as well as how unfair Khonshu can be (37:55). They also unravel the complexities in Marc and Steven...

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April 22, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna return to talk about the winding fourth episode of 'Moon Knight' and dive deep into the lore of this Egyptian mystery (04:54)! They uncover the new motivations of Mark and Steven along with what a trip to a creepy mental hospital might mean. They also take a trip to egyptology corner ...

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April 20, 2022

‘Moon Knight’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys have their bingo cards in hand, ready to discuss the latest episode of ‘Moon Knight’ (04:23). They discuss the tomb shenanigans that transpire between Steven and Layla as well as Marc’s jealousy. Charles gives a wild theory about what the episode’s conclusion might mean (35:14) and...

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April 18, 2022

'Thor: Love and Thunder' Teaser Instant Reactions | House of Midnight

Joanna Robinson, Charles Holmes, and Van Lathan react to the long-awaited teaser of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' (03:21). They also answer your burning questions about the latest MCU adventure (45:44). Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Charles Holmes, and Van Lathan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Aden...

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April 15, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 3 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna is joined by her 'Trial by Content' cohost Dave Gonzales to dive deep into the third episode of 'Moon Knight' (03:17). They discuss the latest struggles with Mark and Steven while also taking a look at the trial hosted by Gods and avatars (31:35). Later ,they answer your mailbag questions wit...

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April 13, 2022

'Moon Knight’ Episode 3 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to break down their thoughts on the latest episode of 'Moon Knight.’ First, Charles serves up all the need-to-know in the Midnight Manifest (5:25). Later, they discuss what exactly are Moon Knight’s powers (45:30), before discussing Jomi’s dating life (1:08:00). Hosts: Van L...

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April 8, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 2 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Jo summon the deep dive into the second episode of Disney's 'Moon Knight' (06:45). They dive into the intricate relationship being established between Steven and Mark, (26:33) along with Ethan Hawk's portrayal of Arthur Harrow (71:02). Later they dive into their favorite Easter eggs, along w...

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April 6, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back to break down their thoughts on the latest episode of 'Moon Knight'. First, they address the controversy behind "Screener-gate" (02:21) and then break down the need-to-know in the Midnight Manifest (11:16). Later, they ponder the question about some of the MCU's television...

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April 4, 2022

Breaking Down 'Morbius' | The House of Midnight

The House of Midnight assembles to discuss the latest Sony Marvel film 'Morbius' and what all the blood-sucking commotion is about (04:34). They break down some of what went right and what went wrong with the key characters (43:41). Then they take a look at what lies ahead in the film's post-credits...

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April 1, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 1 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna summon the power of the moon and are ready to dive into the first episode of the Disney+ Marvel show 'Moon Knight' (04:45). They break down the character's history in the comics (28:51), along with looking into the events of the season premier and what can be gathered from each main c...

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March 30, 2022

'Moon Knight' Episode 1 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys have returned to give their instant reactions to the season premiere of 'Moon Knight' (05:02). They dive into what they think of the MCU debut of Oscar Issac and Ethan Hawk and what they would like to see from the latest MCU show. Later they also debate how essential some MCU shows...

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March 25, 2022

The 2022 Versies: Awarding the Best of Fandom From the Past Year

The Ringer-verse family hits the red carpet to give their biggest honors to the highest achievements in fandom of the past year. They look back on the years best twist, the biggest quarterflip, the greatest animal and much more! We even hear from the Ringer-Verse's extended family to talk about some...

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March 16, 2022

Looking Back on Netflix's MCU Shows and the Street-Level Superhero Bracket | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys return to the dark and gritty world of Netflix to look back on all of the Marvel superhero shows and talk about their favorite moments in 'Daredevil' (08:53), 'Jessica Jones' (18:47), 'Luke Cage' (24:59), and more! They also tally up their greatest street-level superheroes in the M...

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March 14, 2022

‘Turning Red’ and the Pixar Hall of Fame | House of R

Mal and Jo are here and ready to dive into the latest Pixar animated film, ‘Turning Red’ (05:53). They discuss the heartwarming story in this coming-of-age Pixar hit and what they loved best about it. They also induct some of their favorite Pixar characters and moments into the Pixar Hall of Fame (4...

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March 11, 2022

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Trailer Freakout | House of R

Now that's a name Mal and Joanna haven't heard in a long time, but they are ready to dive deep into the trailer for the Disney+ limited series. They talk about the highlights from the trailer and also speculate on what they may see from the long-awaited series. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robins...

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March 9, 2022

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Trailer Instant Reaction, DC's Greatest Animated Hits, and 'The Batman' Discourse

The Midnight Boys return with their immediate thoughts on the brand-new 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' trailer (03:07). They then give their picks for the greatest hits from the DC animated universe (34:18) and bring on a special guest to discuss 'The Batman' and certain elements of the film that might not have w...

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March 7, 2022

'The Batman' Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are vengeance. They are also here to dive deep into Gotham's underbelly and talk all about the latest DC adventure, 'The Batman' (05:48). They give a character-by-character breakdown of all the essential characters including Bruce Wayne (43:58), Catwoman (43:58), the Riddler (79:51), ...

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March 4, 2022

'The Batman' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are vengeance, and they are here to bring you all of there thoughts on the DC Comics blockbuster 'The Batman' (05:13). They break down what they thought of the key villains and the twist and turns they take us down in the exhilarating film (44:01). They even have a few nits to pick...

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March 2, 2022

The Build the Best Batman Movie Draft | House of R

Mal and Jo throw up the bat signal and recruit Sean Fennessey and Daniel Chin to draft the ultimate Batman movie! They begin with what their personal relationship to Batman is and what the Caped Crusader means to them (09:41). Then they dive in to draft the best elements of all Batman films to assem...

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February 25, 2022

The Spring Hype Top 10 Roadmap | House of R

Mal and Joanna are here to break down the most hype releases of the spring and bring you everything you need to know on your fandom radar. First they look back on how they did for their hype top 10 of the fall (10:53) before they kick off their new top 10 for the spring (16:41). Then they reveal wha...

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February 23, 2022

Assembling 'The Batman' Bingo Card | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys tap in to solve the riddle of what might happen in 'The Batman' and construct the ultimate 'Ringer-Verse' Batman bingo card full of predictions they think will come true in the latest caped crusader film (09:47). Later they play an epic game of "Who Do Ya Got" and pit Batman agains...

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February 18, 2022

'Peacemaker' Finale, Season Awards, and Steve Agee | House of Midnight

Do you really wanna taste it? Mal and Van do! They sit down to discuss the season finale of 'Peacemaker' as well as break down their thoughts on the entire season and what they would like to see out of Season 2 (03:27). They then give out there season superlatives, including best fight, best suit, a...

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February 16, 2022

The Black Heroes of Fandom Character Draft | The Midnight Boys

In celebration of Black History Month, the Midnight Boys assemble to draft their favorite Black characters in all of fandom (07:12). They battle it out to see who drafts the best team of iconic characters, and hilarity ensues. Afterwards, they run down a list of animated non-human characters to find...

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February 14, 2022

Super Bowl Trailer Roundup | House of Midnight

The House of Midnight is full as Joanna, Van, and Charles discuss the latest news and trailers that dropped from the Super Bowl. They begin by diving deep into the wild 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' (02:56). They also give their takes on 'Nope' (50:34), 'Jurassic World Dominion' (57:...

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February 11, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Season Finale Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna take one last ride on the rancor to break down the thrilling conclusion to the first season of "The Book of Boba Fett". They discuss the divisive season (04:21), the finale reunion we've all been waiting for, and Boba's final battle stand (36:23). They also theorize about the future o...

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February 9, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Season Finale Plus Carey Jones | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys take one last ride in the Naboo fighter and give us their thoughts on the explosive season finale of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (03:32). They discuss a long-awaited reunion (30:58) and share what they think could await Mando and Grogu in Season 3 of 'The Mandalorian' (47:06), all befo...

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February 7, 2022

'The Book Of Boba Fett' Mailbag and Predictions | House of Midnight

Mal, Joanna, and Charles are back to answer your burning Star Wars questions in the lead-up to the season finale of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (03:55). They discuss and debate the most important Star Wars character right now, finale cameos, and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, and Char...

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February 4, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 6 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are strapping in to discuss the biggest episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' yet! They share their thoughts on this monumental episode and why it's the most important bit of 'Star Wars' lore in a long time (05:39). They also discuss the return of Ahsoka and what it means for Luke to bec...

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February 2, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 6 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van Lathan and Charles Holmes hop in the speeder to discuss their favorite episode of 'Star Wars' television to date with the latest episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (04:03). They discuss the return of yet another fan favorite character and how they have developed since we last saw them (23:43). T...

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January 31, 2022

'Peacemaker' Midseason Mailbag | The House of Midnight

Mallory Rubin and Van Lathan join to discuss the midway point of the hit HBO Max show 'Peacemaker' and answer your burning questions as we approach the final episodes (07:11). They also break down how the show presents Peacemaker as a complex hero figure, share their favorite insults, and more! Host...

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January 28, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 5 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are off to visit a little friend and dive deep into the latest episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett'. They discuss the reintroduction of our favorite Mandalorian and where he fits into the story of Boba (04:00). Later, Ben Lindbergh joins to offer a history lesson on the infamous Dark Sa...

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January 26, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 5 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Charles and Van put on their best Beskar armor and dive right into their thoughts on the electrifying fifth episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (02:55). They discuss the reveal of a major familiar character into the fold along with the introduction of a new ship (29:13), all before sharing what it me...

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January 21, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 4 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna return to the Sarlacc pit to give there deep dive into Episode 4 of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (05:50). They take on the "stoic" archetype and examine how both Boba and Fennec can occupy that roll (32:32). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to talk about the history behind Boba's fa...

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January 19, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 4 and 'Moon Knight' Trailer Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys hop on the speeder to discuss the latest episode of ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ in which we see how Boba earns a trusty ally (03:39). They also discuss Boba’s return to a major location (19:41) and give their takes on the latest trailers for the Disney+ show ‘Moon Knight’ and Amazon’s...

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January 17, 2022

10 Questions We Have After the ‘Peacemaker’ Premiere | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys dive into the first three episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ with some of their biggest lingering questions. Hosts: Van Lathan and Charles Holmes Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: Steve Ahlman, TD St. Matthew-Daniel, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn ...

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January 14, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 3 Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are insulted on our behalf and will beseech you to listen to their latest deep dive of 'The Book of Boba Fett' Chapter 3 (06:24). They discuss the much discussed gang of cyber youths and their colorful bikes (38:19). Later, Ben Lindbergh brings us a lore lesson on the infamous Pyke Sy...

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January 12, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 3 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are calling upon the three families to talk about all things 'Book of Boba Fett' in the latest episode (06:17). They discuss the episode's colorful gang of cyborg youths, baby ranocors, and sniveling mayoral assistants that give Boba a bunch of trouble. Later, they call upon listen...

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January 7, 2022

'The Book of Boba Fett' "Chapter 2" Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna are off to visit the mayor and dive into the second episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (03:48). They discuss all of the deception afoot on Tatooine and uncover the action of a good train heist. They also offer up their influences, Easter eggs and theories of what may happen in the epi...

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January 5, 2022

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Chapter 2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys continue their journey through ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ with their instant reactions to the second episode of the Disney+ series (02:00). They also discuss the latest trailer for ‘The Batman’, rumored DC Extended Universe recastings, and expectations for ‘Peacemaker’ (1:02:00). And ...

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December 31, 2021

'The Book of Boba Fett' "Chapter 1" Deep Dive | House of R

Mal and Joanna emerge from the Sarlacc Pit to dive into the latest Star Wars adventure, 'The Book of Boba Fett.' They first offer a primer on their thoughts on Boba Fett and the state of the wider Star Wars canon (06:23). Then they dive into the plot and events of the premiere and what may happen in...

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December 29, 2021

'The Book of Boba Fett' Chapter 1 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys set off to a galaxy far far away and give their instant reactions to the first episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' (05:58). They also see what they would do as an intergalactic crime boss (37:45) and check in on the #RecastTChalla movement (58:09). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes ...

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December 27, 2021

Diving Into 'The Matrix Resurrections' | House of Midnight

Joanna, Charles, and Van jack back into the Matrix and decipher the code in 'The Matrix Resurrections.' They begin with the reception of the film and where it can fit into the legacy of the franchise (13:13). They discuss what it means for bringing back Keanu Reeves and the "John Wick-ening" of Neo ...

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December 25, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Season Awards + ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Primer | House of R

Happy holidays, here’s a bonus pod! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson head to the Bishop holiday party to toast the highlights with their ‘Hawkeye’ season awards. Then, Jomi Adeniran joins to answer your mailbag questions about shrunken Tracksuit Draculas and more. Finally, Ringer 'Star Wars' schola...

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December 24, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Finale Analysis. Plus, Director Rhys Thomas on Kingpin and More | House of R

Hello, sweetie! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson are sliding onto the ice to dive deep into the sixth and final episode of this ‘Hawkeye’ season, breaking down our titular heroes’ partnership, a certain crime boss’s MCU arrival, Yelena’s instant icon status, and more. Then, ‘Hawkeye’ EP and directo...

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December 22, 2021

'Hawkeye' Season Finale Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys load up the trick arrows one last time to talk about the season finale of 'Hawkeye' (04:28). They dive into the reveal of a major MCU villain and talk about how well they were used in the finale (23:18). They also discuss the immaculate chemistry between Yelena and Kate (41:25). La...

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December 20, 2021

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Deep Dive Analysis | House of R

A note up top: This episode contains content that details the entire MCU. Proceed with caution! Your friendly, neighborhood Ringer-Verse gang is here to break down the latest in the Spider-Man series, ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.' The duo discuss Spider-Man as a character and his many iterations (24:00...

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December 17, 2021

'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are riding for the most anticipated movie event of the year and giving their spoiler-filled thoughts on 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' (07:17). They discuss the film's early reception in being the biggest and best MCU film in a long time (25:46). They also discuss their favorite moments...

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December 15, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions | House of Midnight

The entire Ringer-Verse gang assembled to discuss their instant reactions to the penultimate episode of 'Hawkeye' (03:48). They discuss the biggest revelation involving the inclusion of Echo's story (51:06). They also discuss the elusive Jack and what comes next for him, as well as a major MCU villa...

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December 10, 2021

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episode 4 | House of R

Did someone say party? Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson are back to dance their way through Episode 4 of 'Hawkeye' and give their analysis (12:12). They talk about the evolution of character themes and the dynamics at play (30:04), and weigh in on the notorious quarter trick (67:46) and the big emo...

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December 8, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys strap on their ice packs and give their immediate thoughts on the fourth episode of ‘Hawkeye’ (06:06). They attempt to uncover what is going on with the mysterious watch as well as debate the merits of the famous “quarter trick” (32:26). They also discuss Clint’s most emotional rev...

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December 3, 2021

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episode 3 | House of R

Mal and Joanna hop in the Challenger and dive deep into Episode 3 of 'Hawkeye', titled "Echoes" (06:29). They praise the introduction of Echo as an antagonist and what they would like to see for her in the episodes to come. They also speculate on the arrival of Kingpin to this series (48:47), touch ...

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December 1, 2021

'Hawkeye' Episode 3 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles are back for another round in the third episode of Marvel's 'Hawkeye' (05:03). They share what they loved most about the action-packed episode and discuss the captivating introduction to Echo and the intriguing Kazi (27:27). They also speculate on who the mysterious figure may become...

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November 26, 2021

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episodes 1 and 2 | House of R

Mal and Joanna load up their quivers to dive headfirst into the double-episode premiere of the latest MCU limited series, ‘Hawkeye’ (05:44). They break down Marvel’s approach to TV and why it is so unique (22:38) and even touch on the majesty of ‘Rodgers: The Musical’ (72:46). Later Joanna is joined...

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November 24, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Episodes 1+2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back to discuss the two-episode premiere of Marvel’s ‘Hawkeye’ (04:12). They dive deep into the need-to-know info about the newest adventures of Clint Barton and Kate Bishop (27:50), discuss their hilarious new dynamic, and where they would like to see the show go.Hosts: Van La...

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November 22, 2021

Exploring 'Cowboy Bebop' With John Cho

Joanna and Mal take to space for a dive into the Netflix adaptation of anime 'Cowboy Bebop.' They discuss the difficulties of adapting the beloved property as well as the slight tweaks to the canon they enjoyed (01:33). Later, Joanna is joined by actor John Cho to dive into his role playing the lead...

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November 19, 2021

'The Wheel of Time' Premiere With Zach Baron and Rafe Judkins

Mal and Jo sit down to talk about the massive three-episode premiere of Amazon's 'The Wheel of Time' series on Prime. They are joined by GQ's Zach Baron to talk about the beloved fantasy novels that inspired Amazon Prime's new show, adapting fantasy tales in the 'Game of Thrones' age, and more (03:3...

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November 17, 2021

'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Trailer and Midnight Misses: 'Spider-Man 3' | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back to discuss the long-awaited full trailer of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' along with Charles's six sinister theories about the new movie (04:21). They also play a game of "What Did You Mean by That?" with quotes from Tom Holland (24:36). Later they do the first Midnight Misses...

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November 15, 2021

Discussing 'Hawkeye' With Matt Fraction

Joanna Robinson is joined by Charles Holmes to give some history and background about Matt Fraction's comic run of 'Hawkeye' that inspired and influenced the upcoming Disney+ show (01:33). Later Joanna is joined by Fraction to talk about his involvement in the upcoming show, the latest 'Dune' film, ...

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November 12, 2021

Disney+ Day Recap and MCU's Nate Moore on Black Panther, Blade and More | House of Midnight

Van, Charles, and Joanna join to form The House of Midnight to recap all of the biggest news and announcements from Disney+ Day (04:14). They also break down the latest news from Marvel, including Hawkeye, Moon Knight, She Hulk, and much more (25:41). Later, Charles and Van sit down with MCU produce...

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November 8, 2021

‘Eternals’ Deep-Dive Analysis

Mal and Joanna sit down to discuss Marvel’s much-anticipated ‘Eternals’ (04:14). They discuss the divisive nature of its Rotten Tomatoes score and what they thought worked and didn’t work in the MCU’s latest epic. Later they are joined by Jomi to answer your mailbag questions (1:47:25). After that, ...

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November 5, 2021

'Eternals' Instant Reactions With Kumail Nanjiani | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back to give their instant thoughts and reactions to the latest Marvel film, 'Eternals' (03:08). They discuss what critics have been saying and give their own takes on where the film fits in the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe. Later Charles and Van are joined by actor Kumail...

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October 29, 2021

News Round-up, Spooky Season Recommendations, and a Sweet Tooth Smackdown

Mal and Joanna sit down for a jam-packed podcast where they break down the latest in the world of fandom news (04:17). They also take the time to answer a few of your mailbag questions (21:04) and then Joanna is joined by Van Lathan of the Midnight Boys to discuss their favorite Halloween streaming ...

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October 25, 2021

'Dune' Deep-Dive Analysis

Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson dive deep into the sci-fi epic 'Dune' (05:38). They discuss the historical significance of the original text, go over the pop culture that followed it, and praise the aural, visual, and storytelling elements in the latest film adaptation (44:35). They then answer yo...

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October 22, 2021

'Dune' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys have brought the spice and are here to share their thoughts on the space epic 'Dune' (03:36). They discuss the sprawling story, worldbuilding, and their thoughts on a potential sequel! Hosts: Van Lathan and Charles Holmes Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Prod...

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October 18, 2021

The Flash and DC FanDome News, Plus Recasting 'Batman'

The Midnight Boys come in ready to discuss all of the latest exciting news from this weekend's DC FanDome event including the newest trailer for 'The Batman' (06:13), the Flash (20:20), Black Adam (25:49) and much more! Later, they conduct a recast of their own Batman film with a new segment Pitch P...

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October 15, 2021

The Fall Hype Top 10 Road Map

Mal and Joanna are here to break down all the things in the world of fandom they are most looking forward to this fall with a top-10 hype road map (07:12). They discuss the Sandman, Cowboy Bebop, DC FanDome, and much more to whet the appetite of the Ringer-Verse. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robi...

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October 13, 2021

DC FanDome Preview and 'No Time to Die' Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys talk about the latest in nerd news, including the cast announcement of Adam Warlock in the next 'Guardians of the Galaxy' movie and Superman's son Jon Kent coming out as bisexual. They also give their predictions for DC FanDome (02:53). Later they discuss the final entry in the Dan...

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October 8, 2021

Deep-Diving Into the ‘House of the Dragon’ Teaser Trailer. Plus: ‘What If…?’ Season Wrap-ups.

This week, Mallory welcomes a brand-new cohost, Joanna Robinson, to the ‘Ringer-verse’ feed to rank the most exciting elements of the teaser trailer for ‘House of the Dragon’—the latest installment in the ‘Game of Thrones’ universe (1:00). Then, the two answer listener questions about the series (46...

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October 6, 2021

‘What If ...?’ Season Finale Instant Reactions, Plus: Recasting the 2012 Avengers

The Midnight Boys are back to look at the epic conclusion to Season 1 of Marvel's "What If ...?" (06:02). They discuss the finale, which characters returned, and what they thought of the first season as a whole (28:47). Later, Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve entertain their own "What If ...?" scenario...

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October 4, 2021

'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' Reactions

The Midnight Boys are joined by Ringer staff writer Miles Surrey to discuss the blockbuster superhero film 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage' (05:12). They dive into why the film's B-movie attitude works for the superhero genre as well as pick apart its most outrageous moments. They are then joined by Ma...

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October 1, 2021

‘What If…?’ Episode 8 Analysis and ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Anime Recommends

Mallory is joined by The Ringer’s Benjamin Solak to discuss the latest episode of Marvel’s ‘What If...?’ (03:04). They discuss the legacy of Ultron along with predicting where the season finale of the mind-bending show may go. Then Mal jumps in with Justin Charity and Micah Peters of the ‘Sound Only...

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September 29, 2021

‘What If ...?’ Episode 8 Instant Reactions, ‘Star Wars: Visions,’ and Nerd News

Charles and Van break down the penultimate episode of Season 1 of Marvel’s “What If...?” (03:58). They also break for Nerd News and discuss the latest lawsuit involving Disney and the copyright of its Marvel characters (35:40). Then they dive into the acclaimed anime anthology ‘Star Wars: Visions’ a...

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September 24, 2021

'Star Wars: Visions' Analysis and Awards

Mallory Rubin is joined by Ringer senior editor Ben Lindbergh to dive into the newest 'Star Wars' anthology series, 'Star Wars: Visions'. They talk about some of the creative decisions that went into this mind-bending collection of anime shorts (03:47) as well as share there awards for Favorite Shor...

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September 22, 2021

'What If...?' Episode 7 Instant Reactions, Group Think, and the Midnight Mail

The Midnight Boys are ready to party with the best of them as they give their thoughts on the latest episode of 'What If...?' and discuss what it all could be leading toward (05:51). Next, they visit the Ringer-Verse Facebook group and their social media mentions to see what fans should be checking ...

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September 17, 2021

‘Hawkeye’ Trailer and ‘What If…?’ Episode 6 Analysis

Malloy is joined by Andy Greenwald, cohost of ‘The Watch,’ to discuss the latest trailer for ‘Hawkeye,’ what they are most excited for, and what questions they still have about the new miniseries (02:57). Then TD St. Matthew-Daniel stops by to discuss the latest episode of ‘What If…?’ and analyze th...

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September 15, 2021

‘What If …?’ Episode 6 Instant Reactions, Nerd News, and Van-ime | The Midnight Boys

Van Lathan and Charles Holmes are back to dive right into the latest episode of 'What If ...?' and find out the twisted tale between Tony Stark and Killmonger (04:27). They dive into nerd news and discuss the latest trailers including 'Hawkeye' and 'The Matrix Resurrections' (52:38). Then Van takes ...

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September 10, 2021

‘What If…?’ Episode 5 Analysis, Marvel Horror, and Zombie Superlatives

It’s time to enter the world of zombies! Mallory Rubin is joined by the Ringer’s Sean Fennessey to dissect the latest episode of Marvel’s “What If...” (03:53). They also dive into the past and future of Marvel horror and talk about what they would like to see scare us in the MCU (66:59). And finally...

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September 8, 2021

‘What If …?’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions and The Midnight Mailbag | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles dive into the world of zombies and break down the most violent episode of “What If ...?” yet (04:56). They also take a look at the latest nerd news regarding the newest ‘Matrix’ film and some of the suits in the next ‘Aquaman’ (41:01). Then they answer your listener questions in the ...

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September 7, 2021

Analyzing ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

Mallory Rubin is joined by Ringer associate staff writer Daniel Chin to discuss and analyze a monumental addition to the MCU, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ (04:25)! Daniel also goes in-depth about the comics origin of the character and how this film and recent comic-book portrayals att...

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September 3, 2021

'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Charles and Van rejoin to give their instant reactions to the latest highly anticipated entry in the MCU's Phase 4: 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' (08:28). They talk about the hypnotic action sequences (24:39) as well as breakout star Simu Liu and how he can be destined for MCU greatnes...

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September 1, 2021

‘What If…?’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions and the Ultimate Spider-Man Debate

Van and Charles are joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the latest episode of Marvel's ‘What If...?’ and share their thoughts on Doctor Strange’s new journey (04:52). Then they take part in the return of Midnight Court to debate who the best live-action Spider-Man is: Tobey Maguire or Tom Holland (33...

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August 27, 2021

Frame-By-Frame ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Trailer Breakdown

Mal is joined by Daniel Chin in a deep dive of the first ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ trailer. In this in-depth trailer breakdown, they attempt to find the underlying meanings in every frame of the three-minute trailer, and infer what’s to come with the film. Host: Mallory Rubin Guest: Daniel Chin Prod...

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August 25, 2021

‘What If…?’ Episode 3 Instant Reactions and MCU Phase 4 Primer | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys give their thoughts on the third episode of ‘What If…?’ and decide who their replacement Avengers team would be if the original squad was taken out (07:00). Later, the boys dive into Phase 4 with Charles’s reactions to the ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ trailer, the early positive revie...

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August 23, 2021

'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Trailer Reaction

Van and Mal open The House of Midnight and give their instant reactions to the 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer. Host: Mallory Rubin and Van Lathan Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

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August 20, 2021

‘What If…?’ Episode 2 Analysis, ‘The Bad Batch’ Theorizing, ‘Eternals’ Trailer Hype, and More With Jason Mantzoukas!

Mantzoukas returns to the Ringer-Verse to chat with Mal about the outstanding second episode of ‘What If…?’ (9:03) and to break down the role ‘The Bad Batch’ plays in the 'Star Wars' universe (1:00:10). Then, Mal and Mantzoukas look ahead to the releases that they’re anticipating most (1:52:50), fro...

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August 18, 2021

‘What If ... ?’ Episode 2 Instant Reactions and Animation 4-on-4 | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys take a dive into the second episode of Marvel’s ‘What If ... ?’ series and weigh in on what would happen if T’Challa were to become Starlord (03:51). They also dive into nerd news about some controversy surrounding ‘Shang Chi’ and discuss the newest trailer for ‘Star Wars Visions’ ...

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August 13, 2021

'What If...?' Premiere and 'The Bad Batch' Finale Analysis

Mallory Rubin is joined by Ben Lindberg of The Ringer to talk about the season premiere of Marvel's 'What If...?' They discuss what they think of the concept of the show as a whole (04:38) before talking about the debut episode and the introduction of Captain Carter into the MCU (36:15). Then they s...

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August 11, 2021

"What If... ?" Episode 1 Instant Reactions and Video Game Movie 3-on-3 | The Midnight Boys

The MCU multiverse opens up in the form of the Disney+ series "What If... ?" and the Midnight Boys are here to give their instant reactions to the premiere episode (04:50). Van and Charles discuss the storyline of Peggy Carter as the first Avenger and what they liked about her turn in the role (19:3...

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August 9, 2021

‘The Suicide Squad’ Spoilers Reaction | Movie Monday

The Midnight Boys, Van Lathan and Charles Holmes, are joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the latest DCEU film, ‘The Suicide Squad,’ directed by James Gunn. They talk about some of their favorite characters and what they brought to this action-packed superhero film (04:24). They also give out their a...

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August 6, 2021

"The Green Knight" Exit Survey

Mallory is joined by The Ringer's Andrew Gruttadaro to discuss their love for the latest fantasy adventure 'The Green Knight' by taking a look at The Ringer's exit survey (09:45). They discuss their favorite characters, outfits, and fantastical elements of this medieval tale. Later, they show love t...

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August 4, 2021

"What If... ?" Predictions, Scarlett's Lawsuit, and the On-Screen Marvel Draft | The Midnight Boys

Charles and Van discuss the latest news in the world of fandom and give their take on Marvel's "What If ... ?" being canon (05:21) and discuss Scarlett Johansson's recent lawsuit with Disney over the release of 'Black Widow' (12:50). Then they are joined by Jomi to conduct the On-screen Marvel Draft...

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July 30, 2021

Inside ‘Loki’ Season 1 With Head Writer Michael Waldron. Plus: Summer Reading Recommendations!

Mal is joined by ‘Loki’ head writer and creator Michael Waldron to discuss how the thrilling finale came to be, the show’s MCU-altering choices, and more (03:15). Then, Ringer staff writer Zach Kram joins to share his summer reading recommendations for ‘Loki’ fans interested in discovering more time...

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July 28, 2021

Spider-Man Trailer Predictions, DC on HBO Max, and the Super Villain Draft | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles return to discuss all the latest and greatest in the world of fandom! Van shares his thoughts on the 'Loki' finale (09:31) and dives into the latest nerd news (22:51). Then they are joined by Jomi to draft the best super villains across all of fandom (38:57). Host: Charles Holmes and...

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July 16, 2021

‘Loki’ Ep. 6: Finale Analysis, Themes, and Theories. Plus, Season Awards!

Mallory Rubin is joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to discuss the explosive season finale of 'Loki.' They look back on the success of the first season as a whole and consider its place among some of the best entries in the MCU (03:24). Then they break down the shocking reveal and the great performa...

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July 14, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 6 Instant Reactions Featuring Musa Okwonga | Midnight Boys

Charles Holmes is joined by 'Stadio' cohost and "Guardian of the Galaxy Brain" Musa Okwonga to talk about the explosive season finale of 'Loki' (03:05). They also discuss Mobius, theories they have going forward, and what they would like to see in the MCU's future (45:41) Host: Charles Holmes Guest:...

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July 13, 2021

‘Black Widow’ Analysis and Mailbag | Mallory Rubin Featuring Joanna Robinson

Mallory Rubin is joined by Vanity Fair senior writer Joanna Robinson to usher in Phase 4 of the MCU with 'Black Widow'! They dive into the themes and characters of the long-anticipated blockbuster (05:15). They also dive into the mystery of the villain Taskmaster and the themes of family (56:42). La...

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July 9, 2021

'Black Widow' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Charles Holmes is joined by Open Mike Eagle to discuss their instant thoughts on the newest entry of the MCU's Phase 4, 'Black Widow' (16:15). They also discuss some of the MVP's and favorite scenes of this film, and where they would like to see the MCU go from here (54:54). Host: Charles Holmes Gue...

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July 8, 2021

‘Loki’ Ep. 5: Analysis, Themes, and Theories

Mal is joined by The Ringer's David Shoemaker to break down the outstanding fifth episode of ‘Loki,’ "Journey Into Mystery," by delving into the theme of change, what we saw from our various Loki variants, the 'Lost' reference and Marvel Easter eggs, and more (04:45). The Ringer's Daniel Chin then j...

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July 7, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 5 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Charles is joined by Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman to discuss their immediate thoughts, reactions, and theories about the penultimate episode of this season of 'Loki.' They talk about how this episode stacks up against the other penultimate MCU TV episodes and what they loved about it (06:08). They...

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July 2, 2021

‘Loki’ Ep. 4: Analysis, Themes, and Theories

Mal is joined by Rolling Stone chief TV critic Alan Sepinwall to talk about the monumental fourth episode of ‘Loki,’ entitled “Nexus Event” (03:36). They discuss Mobius and the discovery he makes in this episode (55:05) as well as what may be the driving force behind the Time-Keepers (74:59). Then M...

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June 30, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 4: Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys ride again to talk about their instant reactions to the latest, explosive episode of 'Loki' (02:44). They talk about the shocking revelations that occurred and how the connection between Loki and Sylvie has become very consequential for the rest of the season (24:04). Hosts: Van La...

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June 28, 2021

‘Fast 9’ Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles rejoin for a special look at the latest entry in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise, ‘F9.’ They discuss their initial reactions, how it affects the greater franchise (03:19), and the epic return of Han (32:28). They close by giving out their own superlatives for the series, "The Fasties"...

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June 25, 2021

Five Biggest 'Loki' Midseason Questions. Plus, Head Writer Michael Waldron!

Mal and The Ringer's Rob Mahoney break down the themes in 'Loki' Episode 3 and the biggest questions to ponder heading into the season's second half (09:14). They also dive into your mailbag questions with Jomi (49:31). Then, 'Loki' head writer and creator Michael Waldron joins to chat about his inf...

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June 23, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 3: Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles return to touch on the world of nerd news and talk about the latest 'Suicide Squad' trailer as well as the upcoming chapter in the Transformers franchise (04:49). They then give their instant reactions to the third episode of 'Loki,' titled "Lamentis" (14:07). They also discuss the i...

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June 18, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 2: Analysis, Themes, and Theories

Mallory Rubin is joined by Joanna Robinson of Vanity Fair to discuss the key themes and ideas brought to the table during "The Variant," the exciting second episode of 'Loki' (04:00). They also dive into their favorite theories of what this season could bring in the coming episodes. Then, Mal and Jo...

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June 16, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 2: Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles come back to talk about the major events of and give their knee-jerk reactions to Episode 2 of 'Loki' on Disney+ (03:45). They debate some of the ins and outs of time travel in the MCU as well as comment on the continued dynamic between Mobius and Loki. Hosts: Van Lathan and Charles ...

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June 15, 2021

Tom Hiddleston and the 'Loki' Team on Challenging a God Who Knows Everything

The Ringer-Verse presents a special audio feature written by Charles Holmes for The Ringer. In it, he talks to Tom Hiddleston and the creative team behind 'Loki' to discover how they’re charting the next phase of the God of Mischief’s story. You can read Charles's article here at theringer.com. Prod...

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June 11, 2021

'Loki' Ep. 1: Analysis, Themes, and Theories

Mallory Rubin is joined by Musa Okwonga to discuss the key ideas that shaped the exhilarating series premiere of 'Loki.' They also discuss what makes the God of Mischief such a consistently compelling character and how the multiverse might impact the MCU (04:28). Then, Mal and Jomi Adeniran dive int...

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June 9, 2021

‘Loki’ Ep. 1: Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The wait is over—‘Loki’ is finally here! Charles and Van share their instant thoughts and reactions to the epic season premiere (04:48). They also talk about some of the newest MCU characters the show introduces and how well it can carry the story over the rest of the season (25:44). Hosts: Van Lath...

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June 2, 2021

The Versies: An Awards Show for the MCU

As the next part of Phase 4 of the MCU is upon us, Mal, Charles, and Van take us though the first-ever "Versies" awards given out to achievements in the MCU over the years! They are also joined by illustrious guest presenters like Chris Ryan, Musa Okwonga, Sean Fennessey, and more to present and cro...

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May 28, 2021

Luke vs. Obi-Wan Midnight Court, J.J. Abrams, and the Case for 'Superman & Lois' | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles are on a 'Star Wars'-themed episode where they discuss the latest news of J.J. Abrams talking about the troubles of the latest 'Star Wars' trilogy (03:25). They then head to Midnight Court to decide who is the better Jedi, Luke Skywalker or Obi-Wan Kenobi (17:57). All before Van make...

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May 25, 2021

The Best of Batman With Sean Fennessey

In anticipation of the newest Matt Reeves-helmed 'The Batman' film, Mal is joined by The Ringer's Sean Fennessey to talk about the best of Batman across film and hand out their own personal superlatives for all things Bat (15:14)! They break down their favorite Batman performance (39:20), best Batmo...

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May 24, 2021

'Eternals' Teaser Trailer Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Van and Charles ride to give their instant thoughts on the new teaser trailer for Marvel's 'Eternals,' directed by Chloé Zhao (02:13). They discuss whether or not audiences will be ready for a more thought-provoking sci-fi tale with this latest movie (19:23). Hosts: Van Lathan and Charles Holmes Pro...

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May 21, 2021

'Black Panther' Midnight Court, 'Army of the Dead', and Nerd News | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys discuss the recent news regarding a new Batman animated series and how it might stack up alongside the rest of the animated DC universe (03:09). Then Charles and Van head back to Midnight Court to present their cases on whether or not 'Black Panther' is a top-five MCU film (11:57),...

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May 19, 2021

Jason Mantzoukas Part 2: Mantzoukas Recommends!

In the second part of a two-part chat, Mal and Jason Mantzoukas discuss the wealth of animated gems Jason has enjoyed during quarantine, including ‘Wolfwalkers,’ ‘Hilda,’ ‘City of Ghosts,’ and ‘Harley Quinn.’ They also discuss ‘Letterkenny,’ Jason’s reading recommendations, and more! Host: Mallory R...

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May 18, 2021

Jason Mantzoukas Part 1: ‘Invincible,’ Star Wars, MCU Excitement, and More

In the first part of a two-part chat, actor and friend of The Ringer Jason Mantzoukas enters The Ringer-Verse to talk with Mal about his work on the breakout show 'Invincible' and what it’s like to work with such captivating source material (07:38). They also discuss the latest Star Wars spinoff 'Th...

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May 14, 2021

Armchair CEO: Fixing the DC Cinematic Universe | The Midnight Boys

After the news of Zach Snyder revealing that Warner Bros. will not be continuing his take on the Justice League (04:28), Van and Charles ride off to play a game of "Armchair CEO" to see what they would do if they were in charge of the DC cinematic universe (09:43). They also figure out what they wou...

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May 11, 2021

Mal's Summer Hype Mailbag

The Ringer's Chris Ryan joins Mal for this special mailbag episode answering your fandom questions for the summer and beyond. They weigh in on the future of Disney+'s 'Bad Batch' (05:19), the upcoming season of 'Stranger Things' (39:15), and A24's 'The Green Knight' (63:37). Later Miles Surrey joins...

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May 7, 2021

Finding Superman, Defending 'Age of Ultron', and Mark Millar 'Jupiter's Legacy' Interview | The Midnight Boys

The Midnight Boys are back and here to react to the latest news and stories from around the Ringer-Verse! They comment on WB's search for a Black Superman, who they would want to see in the roll, and the legacy of Chadwick Boseman (03:15). Then they head to Midnight Court to present their arguments ...

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May 4, 2021

'The Bad Batch’ Premiere Hype and 'Star Wars' Spinoffs

Mallory Rubin is joined by Ben Lindbergh of The Ringer to dive into the premiere of 'The Bad Batch,' the newest entry in the 'Star Wars' canon. Mal and Ben discuss where 'The Clone Wars' has taken us and why fans should be excited about this new spinoff (04:08). Later, they also talk about their fiv...

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April 30, 2021

'Invincible' Finale Instant Reactions and Season Awards

The Midnight Boys suit up to give their instant reactions to the jaw-dropping season finale of 'Invincible' and their thoughts on the show as a whole. They make the case for why this show stands out from the typical superhero fare and why it is worth your attention if you haven't seen it already (04...

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April 27, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Season Awards and Finale Analysis

Mallory Rubin is joined by Midnight Boy (and Academy Award winner) Van Lathan to talk about the finale of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' They share their thoughts and feelings about the finale and the season as a whole (05:31). They also react to news that the next 'Captain America' film is in...

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April 25, 2021

'Mortal Kombat' (2021) | Instant Reactions

Van Lathan is joined by Shea Serrano to give their thoughts and reactions to the film 'Mortal Kombat'. They discuss the legacy of the classic video game franchise, its cultural impact, and how much they love the original 1995 film (01:40). They then break down the reboot of the famous franchise and ...

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April 23, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Season Finale Instant Reactions

The Midnight Boys ride again for the season finale of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'. They give their immediate thoughts on the epic conclusion of the MCU series (04:32). They also break down what they think of the newest Capitan America and share their top three MCU costumes of all time (10:17...

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April 21, 2021

10 Key Questions for 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Finale

Mallory Rubin is joined by fellow 'Ringer-Verse' host Charles Holmes to talk about the remaining burning questions and theories before the finale of 'The Falcon and the Winter Solider' this Friday (09:11) and how they tie into the broader themes of the show. They are then joined by Jomi Adeniran to ...

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April 19, 2021

'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' Trailer Instant Reactions

The Midnight Boys share their initial thoughts on the teaser trailer for 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.' Hosts: Van Lathan and Charles Holmes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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April 16, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 5 Instant Reactions

The Midnight Boys ride again as Charles Holmes and Van Lathan give their instant reactions to the penultimate episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' (05:15). They talk about major revelations, character by character, and what the episode's big cameo means for the future of the MCU. Hosts: Va...

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April 13, 2021

Analysis of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Ep. 4

Mal is joined by Musa Okwonga of 'Stadio' to take a deep dive into the actions and themes of the fourth episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' (02:07). Mal is then joined by TD St. Matthew-Daniel and they step into the probability hex to see what scenarios are more likely in the penultimate ...

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April 9, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 4 Instant Reactions

The Midnight Boys return to talk about the explosive latest episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' They first dive into a Nerd News Minute (03:39) detailing Ray Fisher's experience with Joss Whedon. Then they break down every exciting spoiler-filled detail from the latest entry in the MCU (...

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April 6, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Mid-season Awards

Mallory Rubin is joined by Joanna Robinson of Vanity Fair to talk in depth about the themes and revelations in the third episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' They break down how Zemo has established himself as one of the best villains in the MCU (13:30) and give out their mid-season super...

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April 5, 2021

'Loki' and 'Black Widow' Trailer Reactions

Charles Holmes and Van Lathan share their instant reactions to the newly released trailers for Marvel's 'Loki' and 'Black Widow.' (Spoiler warning: Other MCU films, entities, and products are discussed!) Host: Van Lathan and Charles Holmes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

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April 2, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 3 Instant Reactions

The Midnight Boys return to give their instant reactions to the latest episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' They give a brief update in the world of the DC films (04:17) and then they give you all of the spoiler-filled goodness that you need to hear about the latest from Sam and Bucky's g...

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March 31, 2021

'Godzilla vs. Kong' Instant Reactions

Van Lathan is joined by Miles Surrey and Lex Pryor of The Ringer to give their instant reactions to the blockbuster beat-'em-up 'Godzilla vs. Kong.' *SPOILER WARNING*: They discuss who was declared the winner, how the humans fared, where they would like to see the series go from here, and more. Host...

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March 30, 2021

Analysis of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Ep. 2

Mallory Rubin is joined by The Ringer's TD St. Matthew-Daniel to analyze the themes and revelations in the second episode of ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.’ They break down how hidden agendas play a role in Sam and Bucky's strife with each other and what it means for them by the end of the epis...

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March 29, 2021

‘Invincible’ Episodes 1-3 Reactions

Charles Holmes and Jomi Adeniran discuss the newest creation from Robert Kirkman, 'Invincible,' which is now streaming on Amazon Prime. They break down what makes this superhero show notable and worth watching (02:24). They then delve into spoilers on the first three episodes and how the major revea...

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March 26, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 2 Instant Reactions

Van Lathan and Charles Holmes return to discuss the major events and revelations that take place in the second episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'. They begin by recapping the episode and breaking down our introduction to the new Capitan America and what it means for both Bucky and Sam to...

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March 23, 2021

Analysis and Theories On ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Ep. 1

Mallory Rubin enters the Ringer-Verse to give her in-depth thoughts and analysis on the premiere of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' She is joined by David Shoemaker to discuss where the MCU is at this point in time and where this new show will take its titular characters. They are then joined b...

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March 21, 2021

'Zack Snyder's Justice League' Spoilers Reaction

On this special bonus episode of the Ringer-Verse, Van Lathan and Charles Holmes share their spoiler-filled thoughts on the four-hour epic that the internet demanded. They discuss the biggest additions involving Cyborg, The Flash and the Joker, Ben Affleck's Batman, the return of Superman, villain m...

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March 19, 2021

'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' Episode 1 Instant Reactions

Van Lathan is joined by Charles Holmes to discuss their instant reactions (with spoilers) to the premiere episode of 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.' They discuss how far these characters have come in the MCU and then highlight the big reveals and questions after Episode 1. Plus, their thoughts ...

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March 16, 2021

Into the Ringer-Verse

Welcome to 'The Ringer-Verse,' a multi-show podcast feed centered on all things superheroes, nerd culture, and fandom. We'll discuss instant reactions, theory breakdowns, mailbag questions, and more across the pop culture multiverse. In this special preview, Mallory Rubin and Van Lathan discuss some...

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