Best Reel Debaters Podcasts (2025)

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#289 Cape Expectations: A Superman Breakdown 1:10:51

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7d ago1:10:51

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The cape is back, the tights are real, and that soundtrack! This week, we dive headfirst into James Gunn’s shiny new take on the Last Son of Krypton — the 2025 Superman reboot. We ask the important questions: -Is this Superman a Boy Scout or a bad boy with a heart of gold? -Is Lex still doing real estate scams, or has he upgraded to NFTs? -Can a mo…

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Strong mayor debate highlight reel, a July 14-18(ish) recap 36:36

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Council is on vacation, but Matt is not, and the last council meeting on July 8 was a beefy one with a lot of really important debates. Among those debates was one about strong mayor powers in which our city councillors performed really well! So we’ve put together a highlight reel of the strong mayor debate.…

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Episode 549 – Relistening to Episode 285 with the Reel Debaters: Roundtable 1:03:33

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We go back in time when we had two members of the Reel Debaters discussing the casting of Brian K Vaughan’s Roundtable, one of the most talked about Hollywood scrips of all time that never got turned into a movie. #podcast #movies #debate #versus #briankvaughan #saga #roundtable #ythelastman Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcast Patreon: http…

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Definition of 'Band': Unpacking Modern Music Group Dynamics 17:36

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Sean delves deep into the evolving definition of what constitutes a "band," contrasting traditional setups with modern vocal groups. Through insightful musings, he questions whether instruments are necessary for forming a band, offering a fresh perspective on musical collaborations in today's entertainment landscape. Tune in for an engaging discuss…

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Episode 553 – BS Raps Is Back With Some New Tracks 1:12:45

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BS Raps has once more returned to the show. We spin some of the tracks on his upcoming joint with the Northern Royals. And he presides over some ranting by both Todd and Sean. Can he contain their madness. #podcast #music #bsraps204 #northernroyals #winnipeg #manitoba #hiphop #indieBy Sean McGinity

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Halifax needs tax reform 27:48

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Last council meeting in July council started some pretty beefy discussions about tax reform. During that debate in early July, mayor Andy Fillmore suggested Halifax could learn lessons from how Hamilton and Winnipeg do their budgets. Since council isn’t meeting this week, it gave city hall reporter Matt Stickland time to go read other cities’ budge…

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The DeLorean 1:15:21

2d ago1:15:21

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In the 1980's John DeLorean opened a factory outside Belfast to make his now iconic vehicle, but in less than two years it gets shut down and John finds himself under investigation by governments on both sides of the Atlantic. If you want to hear the ad-free version of this episode, plus our bonus episodes and Film Clubs, you can sign up to ⁠Headst…

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NFL Future Leans, the Yankees Malaise, Amy Bradley Theories, a Scheffler Makeover, and Hulk Hogan’s Career With Joe House, Jack-O, and David Shoemaker 2:13:48

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss their favorite NFL futures (2:19). Then, Jack-O joins to discuss the Yankees, Scottie Scheffler, ‘Happy Gilmore 2’, and true crime documentaries (41:13). Finally, David Shoemaker joins to remember the late Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on the world of wresting (01:27:02). Host: Bill Si…

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Blackbird - Film Club 17:32

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Here's a quick snippet of our Film Club episode with everyone's favourite critic, Brian Lloyd! Click on his name there and give him a follow! And if you want to hear the rest of the episode(more than an extra hours worth), as well as all of our regular episodes ad-free, plus our bonus episodes and Film Clubs, sign up to Headstuff+. There's no bette…

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Syria’s sectarian faultlines 28:31

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Kate Adie introduces stories from Syria, Lebanon, Chile, Pakistan and France. Sectarian violence has erupted again in Syria, this time between Druze and Bedouin communities, leaving hundreds of people dead. The country's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, blamed the violence on ‘outlawed factions’ and has vowed to protect the Druze. Though as Jon …

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Best NBA Summer Arguments With Zach Lowe 1:46:45

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe fresh off Summer League to discuss the hottest NBA news, including rumors of a new international basketball league, the Pelicans, and the Kings (3:17). They also react to the Clippers making some significant offseason moves and L.A. being a possible landing spot for Giannis in the future (30:13). Fin…

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Episode 552 – Metal Shoppe 107 – HR Be Damned 1:22:17

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Georgia Lunch has made their return, HR regulations or not! We chat about local Winnipeg breweries and sampling their beers. Morgath and the Silmarion come up, as do musings on Jesus from Lord of the Rings, his skills in Kung Fu, and of course, the infamous ring of fire. Promotions for Sean and Tony are celebrated, and the enduring mystery of Kiss …

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Michael Flately - Lord of the Dance 1:42:51

7d ago1:42:51

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In this week's episode Jason tells Kevin the story of Michael Flatley, having just read his autobiography. Flatley is probably best known for his stage show Lord of the Dance, and his time with Riverdance, but here we talk more about his childhood and his time before world wide fame. A construction worker, a musician, a lover and a fighter, someone…

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The Colbert-CBS Drama and NFL Leap Team Possibilities With Matt Belloni and Nate Tice 2:04:57

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Matthew Belloni to talk about CBS cancelling ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ and what that means for the future of TV (2:50). Then, Nate Tice joins ahead of the NFL season to talk about the teams that could jump a level, before discussing the Timberwolves (51:11). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Matthew Bellon…

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Ukraine’s war games 28:43

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Kate Adie introduces stories from Ukraine, Ireland, Mexico, the United States and Italy. Kill Russian soldiers, win points: a sobering new scheme for Ukrainians soldiers rewards units with new battlefield equipment, each time they eliminate enemy troops. Paul Adams met the government minister behind the scheme, and hears what Ukrainian soldiers on …

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Episode 551 – Metal Shoppe 106: The Beast (From HR) featuring Georgia Lunch 1:37:25

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It is Day 106 in the trailer behind the Metal Shoppe. And HR has sent Georgia “The Beast” Lunch to check in on Sean and Rory. Will Peeping Tom be on his best behaviour and wear pants? Will Tony permanently free himself from the lunchroom. Will someone make a faux pas? And will some metal get played? #podcast #music #metal #heavymetal What's Followi…

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Strong mayor powers, bike lanes and sexism, a July 7 - 11 council recap 37:00

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We are back with another full show covering last Tuesday's (and Thursday's) council meeting.By Matt Stickland

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Michael Collins - The Death of the Big Fella (Part 3) 1:16:13

15d ago1:16:13

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Here's the third and final part of Collins. We cover the last year of his life from the Truce in 1921, through the Anglo-Irish Treaty, to his death in August 1922. If you want to hear this episode without ads, or to listen to our bonus content, you can do so by following this link to ⁠Headstuff+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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An Awesome ‘F1’ Movie and Superman Expectations With Van Lathan and Charles Holmes 1:32:42

15d ago1:32:42

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Van Lathan Jr. to talk about Joseph Kosinski’s ‘F1’ film, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris (2:16), before discussing Pitt’s acting career. Then, Charles Holmes joins the pod to try to convince Bill to watch James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ (59:01). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Van Lathan Jr. and Charles Holmes Produce…

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Tibetan resistance in China 28:36

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Kate Adie introduces stories from China, Kenya, Australia, Bolivia and the USA. Sichuan province in China is home to a long-standing Tibetan resistance movement. While Beijing views Tibet as an integral part of China – the allegiances of many Tibetans living in China lie with its exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama - voicing support for him can…

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Episode 550 - Toilet Seats, Fence Fails, and Dad’s Cowboy Dreams: A Canadian Tire Confessional 1:29:25

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We get into a lively discussion about toilet seats and bidets, exploring the importance of both height and comfort. Sean shares the saga of building a fence—detailing water retention, swollen wood, and the consequences of overwatering. After hand-augering four-foot post holes, Sean credits DDP Yoga and staying hydrated with saving him from being be…

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Halifax may become sustainable, a Jun 30 - July 4 recap 15:32

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Hello it's summer vacation season and I've been taking full advantage. This is a live to tape episode with a recap of last week's one meeting and a preview of Tuesday's council meeting.By Matt Stickland

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Michael Collins - The Rise of the Medium Fella (Part 2) 1:07:56

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Hello! Here is part two of our Collins triple, we talk about Mick's return after 1916, his rise during the War of Independence, and life up until the 1921 July truce. If you want to hear this episode without ads, or to listen to our bonus content, you can do so by following this link to ⁠Headstuff+ And you can see clips from the episode on IG here …

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The Bleakest NBA Team Situations (Next 5 Years) With Ryen Russillo 1:46:07

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the latest NBA free agency news (1:50). Then, they break down the teams with the worst roster situations in the East and the West (18:40). Finally, they discuss LeBron’s situation with the Lakers, Deandre Ayton, and more (01:15:06). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: C…

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#288 Gone in 60 Arguments: The Best On Screen Cars 1:35:41

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Start your engines and buckle up! This week, your pit crew gets behind the wheel for the ultimate garage showdown — the Best On-Screen Car Debate. From Batmobiles to Bond’s Aston Martin, the DeLorean to Dom Toretto’s Charger, we’re putting pedal to the metal to crown cinema’s most iconic ride. Who wins? Who stalls out? Who comes in 1st? Also in thi…

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Israel’s anti-war activists 28:49

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Kate Adie presents stories from Israel, Zimbabwe, Taiwan's Kinmen Islands, Lithuania and Peru. In Israel a small group of peace campaigners has been going against the grain of the public mood to highlight the plight of Palestinian people in Gaza, and has called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war on humanitarian grounds. Wyre Davies…

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Milwaukee’s Crazy and Other NBA Summer Takeaways With Rob Mahoney, Plus a Boston Sports Check-In With Bill’s Dad 1:55:23

26d ago1:55:23

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to react to NBA free agency with major moves from the Bucks, Rockets, and Lakers (2:01). Then, they talk about the positive offseason for the Nuggets and the Hawks, before discussing the Pacers, Celtics, and Pistons (31:47). After that, they have an “Atrocious GM Summit” to discuss the teams making…

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A programming note, not a June 23 - 27 council recap 4:43

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Just a quick programming note from Matt this weekBy Matt Stickland

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The NBA Summer Movement Preview With Ryen Russillo 2:06:22

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the upcoming NBA free agency, plus some big deals that already came from the Rockets and Timberwolves (2:07). Then, they talk about their favorite free agents, Yang Hansen, and the Collin Sexton trade (35:33). Finally, they talk about the possibility of a LeBron trade, the Pelicans’ me…

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Michael Collins - The Young Fella (Part 1) 1:02:35

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Hello! We're back with season 13 and we're starting off with a few episodes on the Big fella himself, Michael Collins. For part one we talked about his family life, Mick's time in London, and his part in the 1916 Rising. We're also delighted to say we've joined the Headstuff network so if you want to hear this episode without ads, or to listen to o…

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Iranians anxious over what comes next 28:27

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Kate Adie introduces dispatches from the Turkey-Iran border, Russia, the USA, Paraguay and Transylvania. Israel’s attacks on Iran led thousands of people to flee cities under fire - now they must decide whether to return home, fearing further strikes and a regime still in power. Orla Guerin has been on the Turkey-Iran border, where she spoke to Ira…

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Grand Parade goes to Quebec 25:15

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On Saturday May 31, 2025 Halifax Wanderers travelled to Quebec City, to play York United in a Canadian Premier League on tour, regular season game. The Halifax Wanderers put on a bus to Quebec City. Grand Parade reporter Matt Stickland embedded with the fans and watched the game. This is that story.By Matt Stickland

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NBA Draft Reactions and Lots of Pelicans Jokes With Joe House and J. Kyle Mann 1:30:28

1M ago1:30:28

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House and J. Kyle Mann live after the first round of the 2025 NBA draft to break down the lottery picks and draft-night moves (3:05). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is presented by State Farm®. Dishing the assists you need off t…

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The Celtics Blow It Up and More Predraft Story Lines With Chris Mannix 1:20:19

1M ago1:20:19

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Mannix to discuss the Celtics trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis early in the offseason (2:36). Then, they talk about the Atlanta Hawks’ future, Achilles injuries, and the Kevin Durant trade (29:51). Finally, they discuss Sam Presti, Jake Paul vs. Julio César Chávez Jr., and more (01:03:02)…

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Shite Talk Season 13 Trailer 2:50

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Shite Talk is back for a new season and we are joining HeadStuff Podcasts! New episodes start Monday 30th of June and you can sign up for weekly bonus episodes at https://headstuffpodcasts.com/shite-talk/ This show is part of HeadStuff Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 548 – Metal Shoppe 104: The Center We Decentralize 1:58:28

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It is Day 104 in the trailer behind the Metal Shoppe. The boys are back to talk about the amazing Lee Aaron, Metal For Breakfast, the best way to wield a sword, Jared Leto in Star Wars, the spirit of Gentleman Ghost, did Tony escape the lunchroom, what happened with ALF, the consequences of playing chicken with a press, unconditional air, the rando…

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All planning no results, A June 16-20 council recap 39:42

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As promised during the episode, here is how, in my opinion, the Traffic Calming Administrative Order should be amended. It would be beneficial to get rid of the TCAO all together so road safety money could be spend on more efficient strategies, like the Integrated Mobility Plan, however, since politicans seem to want to keep it, clause 21 of the TC…

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OKC Wins the Title, Haliburton’s Devastating Injury, the Durant Trade and NBA Draft Buzz With Ryen Russillo and Zach Lowe 2:13:25

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Zach Lowe to react to the Thunder winning the 2025 NBA championship, and Tyrese Haliburton’s injury (2:35). Then, they talk about the Eastern Conference next season and possible trades around the league before discussing SGA’s incredible season (28:33). Finally, Bill and Ryen break down the K…