Best Disney Percy Jackson Podcasts (2025)

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63: Phoebe Gets Canceled | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 2.01 (I Play Dodgeball With Cannibals) feat. Interviews w/ Daniel Diemer, Rick Riordan, Walker Scobell, and Leah Sava Jeffries 1:37:12

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This week, we're deep diving into the first episode of season 2 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, I Play Dodgeball With Cannibals, featuring interviews with Daniel Diemer, Rick Riordan, Walker Scobell, and Leah Sava Jeffries! Discussion topics may include: our set visit, Percy's artistic side, the wild, Camp Rock parallels, getting lost, …

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Review | Disney's Percy Jackson And The Olympians Seaon 2 EP 1 & 2 (Spoiler-Free) 37:28

6d ago37:28

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This is our spoiler-free discussion for the first two episodes of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2. From the familiar magic of Camp Half-Blood to the evolution of our returning heroes, and the arrival of intriguing new allies and threats, we unpack what works, what doesn’t, and where we hope this season could be headed next. Percy Jackson a…

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This Week In Geek | The Game Awards 2025: Recap & Reactions 57:05

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This Week in Geek, we’re breaking down The Game Awards 2025 and all the spectacle that came with it. Join us as we relive the biggest surprises, the show-stopping world premieres, and the night’s most celebrated wins. Plus, we dig into the Game of the Year conversation and share our thoughts on who truly earned gaming’s most prestigious award. Chec…

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“Opt-In” Marketing: How Granola, Nvidia & Percy Jackson Won 1:04:51

5d ago1:04:51

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This episode hits on five major marketing trends playing out rn. starts with F1's american takeover—Cadillac's super bowl livery reveal is perfectly timed with Apple's new broadcast deal to capture US audiences who've been waiting for a team that actually leans into being american. they also break down the wholesome carlos sainz unicorn helmet stor…

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62: We Begin Our Homecoming | The Odyssey 55:09

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This week, we're rereading The Odyssey in preparation for season 2 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Discussion topics may include: homecoming in The Sea of Monsters, Telemachus parallels, Helen's role in The Odyssey, Calypso's island, guest rights, and metamorphosis. Check us out on Patreon to submit questions for future interviews, and …

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The Messed Up Origins of Percy Jackson (Season 1) 1:29:59

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Stripe and Shopify Crushed Black Friday & Cyber Monday 1:03:49

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Sonia, Amanda, and guest Kushaan Shah break down how Shopify and Stripe owned Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2025—not through traditional ads, but by spotlighting merchants, building miniature cities by hand, and proving B2B doesn't have to be boring. They unpack record-breaking consumer spending ($1 trillion+ for the first time), the dark side of buy-n…

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Behind The Geeks | Why Fast & Furious Matters — A Conversation with Barry Hertz 1:20:40

13d ago1:20:40

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In this episode, Justin sits down with award-winning film critic and author Barry Hertz to talk about his new book, Welcome to the Family, an explosive deep-dive into the history, impact, and unbelievable behind-the-scenes chaos of the Fast & Furious franchise. The conversation explores why these films became a global phenomenon, how they reshaped …

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Behind The Geeks | Stranger Things 5 Vol. 1 — SPOILER Interviews with The Duffer Brothers, Sadie Sink & Jamie Campbell Bower 15:26

17d ago15:26

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In this special Behind The Geeks episode packed with SPOILERS for Stranger Things Season 5 Vol. 1, Justin speaks with creators Matt and Ross Duffer (The Duffer Brothers) about crafting the final chapter of the series. And, Nate sits down with Sadie Sink to explore Max’s emotional journey and with Jamie Campbell Bower to discuss stepping back into t…

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The Messed Up Origins of Wicked: For Good 52:57

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Give Your Audience A Voice: Hulu, Hunger Games, Shopify, & Miu Miu 59:01

20d ago59:01

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episode description: sonia and kaleigh break down why traditional marketing is dying and what's replacing it. they cover timothée chalamet's $250 jacket sellout, apple tv's continued failure to market good shows, hulu's genius grocery store hack, lionsgate listening to fans for hunger games casting, shopify's president crowdsourcing black friday re…

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Review | Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (TIFF 50) 48:47

20d ago48:47

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This is our spoiler-free review for Wake Up Dead Man, the latest entry in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out series. We break down the film’s striking gothic look and feel — from Steve Yedlin’s atmospheric cinematography to the way light shapes the story — and talk through the performances, including Daniel Craig’s ever-magnetic return as Benoit Blanc. We a…

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Review | Disney’s Zootopia 2 (Spoiler-Free) 38:04

20d ago38:04

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This is our spoiler-free review of Disney's Zootopia 2. We head back to our favourite animal-filled metropolis to reunite with the beloved “bunny-cop” duo, Officers Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde. We dig into our favourite animal puns and in-world jokes, explore how this sequel expands its incredibly detailed world, and reflect on the heartfelt themes c…

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This Week In Geek | Toronto Game Expo Recap 42:27

16d ago42:27

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This Week in Geek, we’re recapping our time at The Toronto Game Expo! We had the pleasure of attending the semiannual convention that brings everything you love under one roof — from retro games and indie creators to collectibles, cosplay, and the incredible community that makes this event special. In this episode, we dive into our overall thoughts…

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61: Season 2 Predictions! | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians feat. Gillian Blum 1:00:55

17d ago1:00:55

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This week, we're theorizing our way through season 2, joined by our friend, entertainment reporter Gillian Blum! Discussion topics may include: episode titles, flashbacks, fatal flaws, building out Clarisse, Grover, & Luke's storylines, Triumvirate Holdings, the siren scene, and where Monster Donut fits into all of this. Find Gillian on Twitter her…

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Memeable Marketing is Winning: Timothée's Zoom Call, Steph Curry & Under Armour, Disney AI & YouTube 1:06:18

26d ago1:06:18

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This episode covers five major marketing and media topics: ChatGPT's new group chat feature launching in Asian markets as a potential WhatsApp competitor; Timothée Chalamet's innovative meta-marketing campaign for A24's Marty Supreme that blurs satire and reality while creating memeable experiential moments; the breakdown of Steph Curry's 12-year U…

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Review | Rental Family (TIFF 50) 40:22

16d ago40:22

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As part of our ongoing TIFF 50 coverage, this episode is our review and discussion of Rental Family. We dive into the film’s fascinating core concept, the standout performances from its exceptional cast, and the thoughtful way Japan is captured on screen. We also reflect on how our own recent trip to Japan shaped the way we connected with this stor…

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Review | Sentimental Value (TIFF 50) — A Discussion with Eric Marchen 1:45:44

1M ago1:45:44

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As part of our ongoing TIFF coverage, Justin is joined by Eric Marchen — host of Cinema Seen on Rogers TV Durham and one half of The Untitled Movie Podcast — for a thoughtful review and discussion of Sentimental Value. Together they explore the film’s emotional core, its layered family dynamics, and the European sensibilities that shape its storyte…

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Behind The Geeks | Alex Woo on Crafting In Your Dreams, Leaving Pixar & Finding Emotional Truth 8:16

1M ago8:16

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In this episode of Behind The Geeks, we sit down with director Alex Woo to talk about his new Netflix animated film In Your Dreams. Alex opens up about how leaving Pixar to launch Kuku Studios shaped the kind of stories he wanted to tell, the creative choices behind the film’s distinctive visual style, and how revisiting childhood memories became a…

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The Messed Up Origins of Wicked 32:47

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Craft vs AI Wars: Apple, Barbour, & Coca-Cola 54:29

29d ago54:29

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Sonia and Christina break down consumer brand marketing wins and fails across Apple's glass logo rebrand, Nike's LA murals, Sephora's tone-deaf holiday ad with Mariah Carey, the AI wars between Coca-Cola and Barbour's Wallace & Gromit collab, and the Starbucks bear cup chaos. They also dig into Apple TV's quality-over-quantity approach, consumerism…

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Nike Dodgers World Series Ad Analysis | $20K Neo Robot Launch | Grammarly Superhuman Rebrand 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

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Episode Summary In this episode, Sonia and Moshe dissect four big marketing moments. They start with Cracker Barrel’s self-aware tweet that uses humor to defuse backlash over its remodel, then dive deep into Nike’s “I Love LA” Dodgers World Series spot that swaps Randy Newman for Kendrick Lamar—layering the LA–Toronto rivalry with the Kendrick–Drak…

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Behind The Geeks | Dan Trachtenberg Talks Humanizing the Predator & Reinventing the Franchise 8:22

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On this episode of Behind The Geeks, we sit down with director Dan Trachtenberg to talk about Predator: Badlands — the bold new chapter in the iconic sci-fi franchise. Dan shares what drew him back to the Predator universe after Prey, and opens up about the creative risks involved in humanizing the Yautja in a way we’ve never seen before. From the …

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Review | Predator: Badlands (Spoiler-Free) 40:14

1M ago40:14

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This is our spoiler-free review of Predator: Badlands. Join us as we explore Yautja culture in this bold and evolutionary new entry in the franchise from director Dan Trachtenberg. We dive into the remarkable chemistry between Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Koloamatangi, and discuss how Badlands humanizes the hunt — blending action, legacy, and surviva…

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The VERY Messed Up Origins of FREDDY KRUEGER (A Nightmare on Elm Street) 26:54

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Why Surveys Lie, Dodger Steaks Go Viral, and Lewis Hamilton is Most Marketable 43:18

2M ago43:18

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Halloween meets K‑pop as Amanda and Sonia kick off with costumes, community, and a Demon Hunter sing‑along, then pivot to the Bugonia “bald screening” stunt—who actually shaved vs who got bald caps, and what that says about event design and expectation setting. The core segment tackles why surveys mislead (AP’s Halloween stats; SparkTogether’s “wou…

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Review | Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 (Spoiler-Free) 43:03

1M ago43:03

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This is our spoiler-free review for "Star Wars: Visions" Volume 3 — a return to full Anime that celebrates the artistry and imagination of Japanese storytelling. We discuss the wide range of animation styles, standout performances, and how this volume continues to push the boundaries of what Star Wars can be through bold, experimental storytelling.…

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Ramp’s The Office Stunt, Twitter’s Link Feature, & Twilight Fancams 50:41

2M ago50:41

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From The Office's Kevin trapped in a glass box for Ramp to Lionsgate finally embracing fan editors, this episode unpacks the biggest marketing moves of the week. We break down how a B2B fintech company created the most talked-about experiential campaign, dive into Twitter's game-changing link update, and expose a wild Reddit marketing takedown that…

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The VERY Messed Up Origins of The Jangly Man 22:35

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Review | Frankenstein (TIFF 50) 40:14

2M ago40:14

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This is our spoiler-free review of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein — the long-awaited reimagining of the classic tale that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is coming soon to Netflix. In this episode, Nate and Darcy dive into the film’s haunting look and feel, striking performances, and intricate character design, while dis…

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Timothée's Ping Pong Promo, Taylor's Lost Touch & Politicians on Podcasts 1:15:10

2M ago1:15:10

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In today's episode, Sonia and guest Christina Garnett break down three major shifts in marketing: Timothée Chalamet's genius guerrilla campaign for indie ping pong movie Marty Supreme, Taylor Swift's variant overload that's testing even die-hard Swifties, and why politicians desperately need to learn how to make TikToks AND go on 3-hour long podcas…

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The Messed Up Origins of THE CHUPACABRA 28:54

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Review | Peacemaker Season 2: A Spoiler-Filled Discussion 54:33

2M ago54:33

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This is our spoiler-filled discussion of Peacemaker Season 2, where we dive deep into how James Gunn expands on Chris Smith’s story through grief, redemption, and some truly wild multiversal chaos. We break down the emotional highs, shocking twists, and standout performances from John Cena, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Holland — and explore how th…

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Anthropic’s IRL NYC Popup, Taylor’s Future Wedding, K-Pop is Golden 39:38

2M ago39:38

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In this episode of the Meme Team podcast, Amanda and Sonia discuss various marketing strategies and cultural phenomena, including Cracker Barrel's logo controversy, Williams F1's community engagement, Tame Impala's unique concert experience, Anthropic's pop-up in New York, Taylor Swift's influence on the wedding industry, and the marketing strategi…

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Review | TRON: Ares (Spoiler-Free) 41:55

2M ago41:55

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This is our spoiler-free review of TRON: Ares, the latest film in the TRON franchise. In this episode, Nate and Darcy share their thoughts on the movie’s stunning visuals, electrifying soundtrack from Nine Inch Nails, and ambitious expansion of the digital world. We discuss standout performances, the film’s uneven pacing and character development, …

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The Messed Up Origins of DISNEY MOVIES! 14:33

2M ago14:33

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AI to ROI: OpenAI’s Ads + Instant Checkout Playbook 39:09

2M ago39:09

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This week on Meme Team, Sonia and Amanda dive into four big culture-meets-marketing moments: Taylor Swift x KitchenAid? How brands are borrowing her orange aesthetic to drive hype — without her even collabing. OpenAI’s first brand campaign + "agentic commerce." What instant checkout inside ChatGPT means for small businesses, DTC, and the future of …

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The Messed Up Origins of God of War (2018) 1:41:09

2M ago1:41:09

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Review | The Smashing Machine (TIFF 50) 41:43

3M ago41:43

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This is our spoiler-free review of The Smashing Machine, the latest A24 film directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Bader. As part of our TIFF coverage, we share our thoughts on the film’s documentary-style look and feel, Dwayne’s first dramatic role, Emily Blunt’s standout performance, and why the story left us…

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60: We Take The Authors To Court | The Court of the Dead (Live Reaction!) (feat. Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro) 1:32:10

3M ago1:32:10

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This week, we're journeying through The Court of the Dead by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro, featuring a short interview with Rick and Mark, predictions, reactions, and a debrief after it all. Discussion topics may include: Hazel Levesque, facing the truth, The Oresteia, Circus Gothica, post-Trials of Apollo existence, and what justice looks like. Ge…

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Re-Releases, Scarcity Plays, and a $11B Ring | Meme Team 026 46:37

2M ago46:37

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Halloween re-releases, 3-day theater drops, and brand ads masquerading as short films. This week we unpack how "eventfication" is reshaping entertainment and marketing, why most "make it go viral" mandates miss the point, and what Oura's $875M raise (at an $11B valuation) says about wearables — especially for women.We cover:"Sinners" returns for Ha…

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Review | Marvel Animation's Marvel Zombies (Spoiler-Free) 37:16

2M ago37:16

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This is our spoiler-free review of Marvel Animation’s Marvel Zombies. Across four episodes, the series picks up from the What If…? “Zombies” episode and expands the chaos into a full-blown, blood-soaked story. We dive into how Marvel fully embraces the MA rating with brutal action, shocking character moments, and a narrative that left us hungry for…

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Behind The Geeks | Inside Marvel Zombies with Bryan Andrews & Brad Winderbaum 14:21

3M ago14:21

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We sat down with Bryan Andrews (Director, Executive Producer, Writer of Marvel Zombies) and Brad Winderbaum (Executive Producer & Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation at Marvel Studios) for an in-depth look at the making of Marvel Zombies. From the heroes chosen to lead the series, to the creation of Blade Knight, Bryan’s hidden sword-fighting skil…

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Review | GEN V Season 2 (Spoiler-Free) 52:39

3M ago52:39

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This is our spoiler-free review for GEN V Season 2. We may be a little late to the assignment (thanks, TIFF!), but think of this as a mid-season check-in. Even if you haven’t started watching yet, you can listen worry-free—we won’t spoil a thing. We’ve seen the entire season, and we’re sharing our thoughts on the standout performances, the wild sto…

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59: Talking The Court of the Dead with Rick Riordan & Mark Oshiro! 30:38

3M ago30:38

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This week, we've got Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro here to discuss their upcoming novel, The Court of the Dead! Discussion topics may include: finding the right story for Nico & Hazel, writing Percy from Nico's perspective, crafting Will Solace, justice, choice, and choosing Westport for Luke's hometown. You can find more info on Rick and Mark's Cou…

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Behind The Geeks | Gaten Matarazzo & Tony Revolori Talk LEGO, Star Wars & Rebuilding the Galaxy 14:22

3M ago14:22

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In this special Behind The Geeks interview, Darcy and Nate sit down with Gaten Matarazzo and Tony Revolori to talk all things LEGO Star Wars: Rebuilding the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past. From stepping into character when lending their voices to a galaxy far, far away, to the ultimate debate—what’s better, being a Jedi or a minifigure?—this conversat…

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The Messed Up Origins of How To Train Your Dragon 34:46

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The Pitt’s Tuxedo Scrubs, Nike’s New Motto, Lessons from the NBA Spurs 51:19

3M ago51:19

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This episode explores how major institutions are adapting their content strategies for new audiences. We start with Robert Redford's passing, discussing how his work with Sundance created a blueprint for using cultural capital to build new communities. This ties into modern marketing innovations like "The Long Walk's" treadmill screenings—where the…

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This Week In Geek | TIFF50 Recap, Film Discoveries & Criterion Closet Vibes 1:14:03

3M ago1:14:03

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This is our TIFF50 Wrap-Up episode! Join us as we reflect on our first year attending the Toronto International Film Festival as accredited press. We share our thoughts on the films we saw, what it was like navigating the festival from a press perspective, and how the energy of TIFF took over the city in the best way possible. We also talk about ou…

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58: Things Get Wicked | Greco-Roman Riordanverse Wrap-Up 1:08:26

3M ago1:08:26

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This week, we're finally wrapping up everything we've covered so far in the Greco-Roman Riordanverse. Discussion topics may include: a final consensus on Percy's fatal flaw, the Curse of Achilles, the storytellers of the Riordanverse, a ranking of the adaptations, Steve Rogers, and a long detour into Wicked. Listen to Phoebe's PJO/HOO/TOA playlist …