Best Meta Comedy Analysis Podcasts (2025)

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Food's Role in Emotional Storytelling 7:20

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13d ago7:20

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In this episode of Required Watching, I dive into the fascinating role of food in cinema, focusing on films like 'How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies' and 'Chef.' I explore how food serves as a metaphor for emotions, relationships, and character development, highlighting its universal appeal and emotional depth. Join me as I examine scenes whe…

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WE PREMIER SOMETHING! Like something nobody has seen!! 45:13

16d ago45:13

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For real! We got a special map and you can see it! Everyone else gets to talk about new shit, and we do too. But it's a mid episode at best. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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It was ALL a work, SUCKKKKKKKKKKAAAAAAAA 45:36

20d ago45:36

45:36

You just got gamed, son. Nobody is retired. It's just a competitive advantage by the Heroclix Illuminati!!! There never was a kid. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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American Fiction 9:48

22d ago9:48

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In this conversation, Tray Epps discusses the film 'American Fiction,' a satirical exploration of race, identity, and the media's portrayal of Black narratives. He highlights the film's critique of the publishing industry's obsession with stereotypical stories and the pressures faced by Black creatives. Epps shares personal reflections on authentic…

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The Problem with Apu – Representation, Stereotypes & Filmmaker Responsibility 11:07

24d ago11:07

11:07

Today on Required Watching, Tray breaks down the impact and legacy of the documentary The Problem with Apu, a film that forced Hollywood to confront its long-ignored issues around representation and stereotyping — especially for South Asian communities. This episode explores what the documentary got right, why it sparked such a seismic conversation…

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A Strange Tale of an Episode! 39:17

26d ago39:17

39:17

It's a sole podcast today, because ya'll deserve a podcast. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The Sexiest Season 8 Premier! Featuring Strange Tales Reviews 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Scott and Lucas get extra spicy with this one. Check out our linktree in our bio for never-before-seen content and NSFW downloads.... so SAUCY. Also we talk like nerds about Strange Tales. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Guess Whose Back for the Season Finale? Hint, his name rhymes with "Ducked your mom" 1:29:17

2M ago1:29:17

1:29:17

It's Lucas, it's John Michael and it's FN' Scott FN' Cram Co Cramton. We review the X-Men set and then it all goes to hell. So much Gambit with a basketball. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The Delirium of Lucas 1:04:17

2M ago1:04:17

1:04:17

Lucas is clearly high on something and out of it in this episode that tries to be an everything bagel. John Michael listens on in horror as his microphone sometimes get's recorded twice. Its anarchy in the calmest way imaginable. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com…

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The Champ is Here! Ft Joe Harrison 1:36:31

3M ago1:36:31

1:36:31

2025 World Champion Joe Harrison joins a sick Lucas and John Michael to talk about his victory and review the X-Men 97 figures we have seen so far. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The Aftermath of Worlds 2025 1:20:24

3M ago1:20:24

1:20:24

Worlds 2025 is now over. Lucas and John Michael are both getting sick and decided to talk about the results. Wizkids was brilliant unironically and Joe Harrison is now a world champion. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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World's Teams Revealed 1:07:21

3M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

Lucas and John Michael unzip their pants and lay it all out on the table. What teams are being played and why. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The Air Conditioner Strikes Back and More 300 Modern Discussion 1:02:30

3M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Air Conditioner 2 the electric boogaloo. Lucas and John Michael discuss the rest of the 300 Modern landscape in preparation for worlds. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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300 Modern, Tent Poles, and Air Conditioners 59:05

3M ago59:05

59:05

The Heroclix World Tournament is 1 week away, and that means we need to be prepared for 300 Modern. Lucas takes a hard left into tent poles and one man armies. An air conditioning unit makes a recurring appearance. John Michael continues to agree with everything Lucas says. It's total anarchy. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Grou…

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The State of the Game and Listener Questions and Teams! 1:09:42

3M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

Lucas and John Michael throw some gold the way of Wizkids giving them flawless ideas to capitalize on, make fun of Ryan's mother, and tell you why your team is bad and you should feel bad. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Mexican Nationals Results and Some Quick World's Silver Age Prep 1:01:07

4M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Lucas is back from Mexican Nationals. Can he speak fluent Spanish yet? Has John Michael figured out Scott's whereabouts? What will people event think about playing for Silver Age? I guess you'll have to listen and find out. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com…

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Hot Takes and Mexican Nationals 58:46

4M ago58:46

58:46

John Michael does his best to try and be controversial while providing luke warm takes at best. Lucas discusses the team he is playing at Mexican Nationals 2025. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Legacy of the Lanterns... Larger than Life Pt2 1:25:47

4M ago1:25:47

1:25:47

Lucas and John Michael finish their Lantern Legacy set review. Do things get better in the higher rarities? Is Scott still in a hole? Does John Michael lose his hair? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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A Large Laguna of Lack Luster Lanterns... Legacy Pt1 1:25:56

4M ago1:25:56

1:25:56

Lucas and John Michael brave the marshes of Lantern Legacy CUR. Will they make it out alive? Or will the uninspired dial design leave them stranded? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The King is Dead... Long Live the King 27:43

4M ago27:43

27:43

Scott has vanished like the Avatar, but no one actually needed him. Lucas takes the reigns like the champion he is, but admittedly podcasting alone is a rather boring affair, so a new challenger approaches... but who could it be? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com…

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Let's build a team! Spider-man and Magneto! 59:22

5M ago59:22

59:22

Scott and Lucas work on teams that may or may not be good. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Why Betejuice Can't Win. 1:03:19

6M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Scott and Lucas talk about the correct destroyer figure? How do you get through Betejuice? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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S.O.V.R.H. ONLY 22:57

6M ago22:57

22:57

Lucas and Scott speak on Spirit of Vengeance Red Hulk.... and how ridiculous he is. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Figures ya A$$ maybe forgot about. 1:23:26

6M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

Azarith and Scott take a look at figures that you might have forgotten about that might be good in this new post, Beetlejuice world. and no I don't care you are supposed to spell Beatlejuice. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Building a Team with the New Ban List!!! 31:18

6M ago31:18

31:18

Scott on a solo mission, is building a team with all the new stuff. Check out the Team now! https://hcunits.net/teams/72e3858b-6a88-4137-95f5-12a198530888/ Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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WATCH LIST MUTHA FERS!!!!!!! 1:02:38

6M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Scott and Lucas break down the watch list! Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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LANTERNS, ORIGINS and WHAAAAAAAT? 58:09

6M ago58:09

58:09

Lucas and Scott tackle origins, the new set and their ever-growing, strong, and lustful feelings for each other. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Generic Episode 6:29

6M ago6:29

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Scott and Lucas do a Generic Episode Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Discussing the Devil. 26:00

7M ago26:00

26:00

Lucas and Scott do a show. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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400 and other reviews! 29:52

7M ago29:52

29:52

Lucas and Scott discuss like a bunch of Heroclix clix and if they are good and stuff. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Origins is NIGH! Come check it all out!!! 43:51

7M ago43:51

43:51

Lucas and Scott break down all the origins events and tell you how to win... or maybe just tell you how to do better. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Kill – Violence as Storytelling & Fight Choreography Bible 4:06

7M ago4:06

4:06

Tray Epps dissects Kill—the train-bound action film that weaponizes violence as narrative. We explore how evolving fight choreography, crushing foley work, and immersive camerawork turn every bruise and heartbeat into story. Drawing connections to The Raid, Oldboy, and RRR, this episode shows filmmakers how to harness rhythm, emotion, and consequen…

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Bottoms – Queer Chaos & Fight-Scene Storytelling 5:08

7M ago5:08

5:08

Tray Epps dissects Bottoms, Emma Seligman’s razor-sharp, bloodiest teen satire. We unpack how heightened absurdity, messy queer protagonists, and raw fight choreography carry emotional weight without a single set-piece feeling gratuitous. Learn how this film walks the tightrope between meta-comedy and genuine stakes, and why it’s a must-study for a…

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The King of Comedy – Parasocial Horror & Fame Satire 8:01

7M ago8:01

8:01

Tray Epps explores Martin Scorsese’s cult classic The King of Comedy—the original parasocial horror story. We discuss Rupert Pupkin’s delusional quest for fame, Jerry Lewis’s poignant straight-man role, and how this film foresaw our current influencer culture. Episode Highlights: – Scorsese’s use of silence and dread to build tension – Robert De Ni…

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Scott's most embaressing team and then... like we both lose our mind. 1:28:03

7M ago1:28:03

1:28:03

We made an episode like 2 days before my wedding. How's that for commitment? Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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An Ethical Debate Done in a Manner Befitting Gentlemen. 1:31:10

8M ago1:31:10

1:31:10

Scott and Lucas argue a lot. Then we review some of your Silver Teams Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Rush Hour: Buddy Cop Dynamics and Cultural Exchange 4:09

8M ago4:09

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This episode explores why 'Rush Hour' endures as a beloved film 25 years after its release, dissecting the dynamic partnership between Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. The video delves into how the film combines action and comedy, the smart pacing, and its respectful handling of cultural differences. It discusses the director's role in creating a movi…

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DESTROY and maybe a bit of smashing too.... 1:14:21

8M ago1:14:21

1:14:21

Lucas the Smasher and Scott, the guy that occasionally Destroys reviews Super Rares through the rest of the set. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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SMASH and if you have time DESTROY! Set Review CURS!!!!! 1:05:36

8M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

SOOOO much CURRRSSS!! SO LITTLE TIME!!! Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Robert Downey Jr. Returns to the MCU — But At What Cost? 9:53

8M ago9:53

9:53

This isn’t about Iron Man. It’s about what happens when the biggest film franchise in the world chooses nostalgia over risk, legacy over originality, and comfort over challenge. In this raw and personal episode, Tray Epps breaks down what RDJ’s return to the MCU really signals: Disney’s ongoing shift away from originality toward safer, proven IP Th…

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Ek Tha Tiger: Bollywood’s Bold Blueprint for Spy Cinema 6:26

8M ago6:26

6:26

What happens when you take a classic spy thriller and remix it with Bollywood flair? In this episode, Tray Epps explores how Ek Tha Tiger redefines espionage cinema through a uniquely Indian lens. From high-octane action and political undertones to an emotionally layered romance, Ek Tha Tiger is more than just a blockbuster—it’s the foundation of t…

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Speed (1994): The Blueprint for Modern Action Thrillers 6:36

8M ago6:36

6:36

Speed has one of the cleanest high-concept premises in movie history: A bomb on a bus that can’t drop below 50 MPH. And somehow, that one idea gave us 116 minutes of nonstop tension, character chemistry, and genre-defining moments. In this episode, Tray Epps breaks down why Speed is more than a 90s action movie — it’s required watching for anyone l…

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Pather Panchali: The Greatest Debut in Film History? 6:52

8M ago6:52

6:52

No budget. No experience. No film school. Just vision. In this episode, Tray Epps explores Pather Panchali, Satyajit Ray’s quiet epic that became a landmark of world cinema. We unpack: Why Pather Panchali is essential for filmmakers The deeply human story of Apu and his family How natural lighting and real locations created visual poetry Mumblecore…

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ALL THE SILVER CHANGES! Up to the minute BREAKING NEWS! 45:06

9M ago45:06

45:06

Scott and Az run through all the silver changes in real-time! This is not old! This is April 15th, AFTER the changes! Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Come Build A Silver Team with Scott and Lucas! 1:09:42

9M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

Scott and Lucas are trying like hell to help you build a silver team... cause this shit is haaaard... Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Godzilla Minus One: Grief, Guilt & The Most Human Kaiju Ever 6:08

9M ago6:08

6:08

What if Godzilla wasn’t just a monster—but a metaphor? In this episode of Required Watching, Tray Epps breaks down Godzilla Minus One and its black-and-white Minus Color version to explore why this movie hits harder than most modern monster films. This isn’t your dad’s Godzilla. We talk about: Why Minus One is a return to emotional, allegorical fil…

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LET THE SILVER MADNESS BEGIN! 1:15:50

9M ago1:15:50

1:15:50

Scott and Lucas work waaaay to hard and long on trying to find what might work in silver. Including a full run down of Primes Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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SCOTT V SCOTT V LUCAS 58:07

9M ago58:07

58:07

It's Heroclix for Huntington's Time which means Scott Porter slums it on Lessor Scott's podcast. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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Scott and Lucas Accidentally build the best Adepticon Team 1:34:04

9M ago1:34:04

1:34:04

It's accidently the best possible team.. dayum. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland

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The Fastest Spider-Man Review in the West! 43:49

10M ago43:49

43:49

Lucas had to go, but with Championclix Nigh... we had to review the set and talk about it for team sealed. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.comBy Critical Clix, Scott Cramton, Lucas Van Holland