Best charles easter Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Games of the Year Draft | Button Mash 2:14:12

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Ben, Matt, Steve, and Joshua Rivera recap an eventful year in video games by summing up the overall quantity and quality of games released in 2025, identifying both naughty and nice trends in the industry, and drafting their favorite titles across several categories. (00:00) Intro (3:35) Overall Quality of 2025 Games (8:35) Naughty and Nice Industr…

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:31:23

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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on the newest installment of James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ universe: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash.’ (0:00) Intro (22:15) Spoilers Ahead (23:54) ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Reactions (1:25:06) Midnight Meter (1:27:32) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Chris Thomas, …

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‘Fallout’ Season 2 Premiere Reactions (Plus Justin Theroux!) | Button Mash 1:26:47

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Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan return to the Wasteland for the first weekly Button Mash breakdown of ‘Fallout’ Season 2. First, they recap the premiere and discuss how it sets up the season. Then, Ben talks to Justin Theroux about joining the show in the role of Robert House. Finally, Ben brings on Polygon senior editor Chris Hayner for a primer on t…

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The Mysterious Death Of Cora Stallman | With Graveyardsnoop’s Tori Brovet 1:02:16

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In 1925, Cora Stallman's body was discovered in a cistern on her sister's farm. Despite the coroner's findings, that she had not drowned and showed minimal signs of physical injury, her death was swiftly ruled a suicide. This case, the strangest ever featured on A Study of Strange, remains a provocative unsolved mystery. It involves many cryptic de…

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160. A look ahead to the festive schedule 39:01

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It's a return for this month's Official Coleraine Podcast as there's a Christmas feel at the most wonderful time of the year. Co-hosted by Damian Mullan and Johnny McNabb at the Northern Regional College in Coleraine, the pair reflect on the Bannsiders' recent results and how it was important to get back on the winning trail after back-to-back defe…

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Our Top 10 Highlights From the Game Awards | Button Mash 1:05:24

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Ben Lindbergh and Matt James share their instant reactions to gaming's annual awards show/trailer fest! First they discuss the dominance of ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33,’ Matt’s experience attending the show in person, and the award winners that made them happiest and saltiest. Then they count down their respective top 10 lists of exciting announce…

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The Philadelphia Experiment 20:57

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On October 28, 1943, the USS Eldridge allegedly vanished from the Philadelphia Naval Yard, creating a legend of teleportation, time travel, and government cover-ups that refuses to die. This popular legend dominates historical mystery TV shows, podcasts, and forums, but how did the story really begin? This episode dives into the strange letters sen…

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Christmas Movies Draft | The Midnight Boys 1:42:58

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The Boys are back and here to bring you their very merry Christmas movies draft! Five categories of holly jolly fun, from Comedy to Wild Card! (0:00) Intro (7:44) Christmas Movies Draft (1:39:06) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Devon Baroldi, and Jacob Cornett Additional Production…

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‘Metroid Prime 4,’ ‘Marvel Cosmic Invasion,’ and ‘Five Nights at Freddy's 2’ Reactions | Button Mash 2:00:18

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After stepping inside Samus’s visor for the first time in years, Ben and Polygon's Giovanni Colantonio compare notes on the much-anticipated ‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond,’ a great game grafted onto parts of other, less-good games. In their spoiler-lite chat, they puzzle over the game’s discordant elements, praise its strengths, and analyze how it fits …

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Wakandans at Thanksgiving? It’s Time for a Midnight Mailbag! | The Midnight Boys 1:43:13

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The Boys are back and they’re asking the Midnight Riders for their most burning questions about the nerd-verse! From Yoda to Jomi-cookie-gate, they’re here to give you all the answers. (0:00) Intro (9:04) Midnight Mailbag (1:39:09) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Devon Baroldi A…

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'Zootopia 2' and Disney Sequels | Mint Edition 56:09

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Spoilers ahead! Jomi, Steve, and Jess dive into the long-awaited 'Zootopia 2,' sharing their full review and exploring how the sequel expands the world of the original. They discuss the franchise’s cultural impact and what Disney got right (and wrong) this time around and look ahead to a potential 'Zootopia 3,' discussing where Judy, Nick, and the …

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White Girl Movies Draft | The Midnight Boys 1:30:40

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The Boys are back, and they’re drafting white girl movies! From Meg Ryan to Lindsay Lohan, they draft in five categories: Fantasy/Action, Romantic Comedy, Musical, Drama, and Wild Card. (0:00) Intro (9:29) White Girl Movies Draft (1:27:05) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Devon Baro…

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The Haunted St. Augustine Lighthouse 13:17

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The St. Augustine Lighthouse is considered one of the most haunted sites in the U.S. due to a history marked by death and tragedy, including a fatal accident involving children. For over a century, visitors have reported unexplained phenomena, often linking these occurrences to the true, tragic stories of those who died at the Lighthouse. From appa…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: November 2025 (Featuring 'It: Welcome to Derry') 1:08:25

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We all pod down here. You'll pod, too. Recommends returns for a Thanksgiving feast! First, Ben brings on Zach Dionne to talk about 'It: Welcome to Derry,' Hollywood's obsession with Stephen King (including several new adaptations in 2025), the dos and don'ts of adapting King, the historical highs and lows, and the future of King's work on-screen. A…

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Speedrunning the Surprise Steam Sensations of 2025 | Button Mash 1:21:03

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Ben brings on Simon Carless of GameDiscoverCo and Morgan Park of PC Gamer to explain the success of some of the most popular games released this year that haven’t previously been discussed on the podcast: surprise Steam sensations ‘R.E.P.O.,’ ‘Schedule I,’ ‘Peak,’ ‘Megabonk,’ ‘Escape From Duckov,’ and ‘RV There Yet?’ They break down how unknown PC …

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'Wicked: For Good' Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:25:40

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The Boys are back for good! They unpack all things ‘Wicked: For Good,’ including the highly anticipated musical numbers, the interweaving of the original ‘Wizard of Oz’ story, and the depiction of animals in the movie. (0:00) Intro (9:27) Spoilers ahead (11:11) ‘Wicked: For Good’ reactions (1:02:35) Midnight Meter (1:21:46) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan,…

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159. A new look feel at NRC - Mullan & McNabb 46:23

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Welcome back to season six of the Official Coleraine Podcast. It is a different feel and look for the show as we recorded live from the studio at Northern Regional College. Co-hosts Damian Mullan and Johnny McNabb reflect on the season to date, the schedule ahead and how things are progressing at The Showgrounds both on and off the pitch. The pair …

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The Online Shooters Shoot-Out: ‘Battlefield’ vs. ‘Call of Duty’ vs. ‘ARC Raiders’ | Button Mash 1:23:57

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Ben is joined by Kotaku’s Claire Jackson and Zack Zwiezen as they react to the just-announced nominations for the Game Awards (focusing on the Game of the Year candidates, the record number of nominations for ‘Clair Obscur,’ and the debate about the definition of “indie”) and then break down the industry implications, player considerations, and AI …

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America's First Serial Killers 1:01:15

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Re-release of a classic episode. Considered to be the first American serial killers, Micajah and Wiley Harpe were born in North Carolina in the mid to late 1700s and became notorious for their violent crimes in Kentucky and Tennessee. They are known for committing a series of brutal murders. We dive into the fascinating and dark history of the Harp…

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Brainiac in ‘Superman 2’? Plus ‘Running Man’ Reactions! | The Midnight Boys 1:32:13

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The Boys are back, and they’re ready to talk all things ‘The Running Man’! Then they get into the nerd news of the week with ‘Superman 2’ and even do a mini draft of the best rappers-turned-actors. (0:00) Intro (7:07) Spoilers ahead (9:36) Instant reactions to ‘The Running Man’ (55:05) Midnight Meter (57:33) Nerd News (1:11:30) Outro (1:14:58) Post…

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'Dispatch' Deep Dive, and the PS5/Xbox Series Turn Five | Button Mash 2:35:39

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Ben Lindbergh, Jomi Adeniran, and Daniel Chin discuss news surrounding a few coming attractions—another 'Grand Theft Auto VI' delay, trailers for 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' and 'Fallout' Season 2, and Valve's announcement of a new Steam Machine—before breaking down the highs and lows of hit episodic superhero adventure game 'Dispatch' (includin…

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The Murder of Jeanne French aka "The Red Lipstick Murder" 19:14

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Three weeks after the grisly Black Dahlia murder, Los Angeles was hit with another brutal homicide. This time with a message scrawled in red lipstick across the body. How did Jeanne French end up the victim of a crime that remains unsolved all these decades later, and was the case related to the Black Dahlia? Theme Music by Matt Glass https://www.g…

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'Predator: Badlands' Reaction | The Midnight Boys 1:08:39

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The Boys are back, and they’re ready to talk all things ‘Predator’! First, they react to the newest addition to the 'Predator' universe, ‘Predator: Badlands.’ Then they rank the top five ‘Predator’ movies. (0:00) Intro (3:51) Spoilers ahead (5:30) Instant reactions to ‘Predator: Badlands’ (56:22) Midnight Meter (59:25) Top five 'Predator' movies (1…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: October 2025 (Featuring 'The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon') 1:09:04

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No tricks, all treats! Recommends returns for a dose of fall fun. First, Ben brings on CBR writer Katie Doll to talk about the rise, fall, and future of 'The Walking Dead' in honor of the 15th anniversary of the franchise, with an emphasis on 'Daryl Dixon' Season 3. After that, other Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends salute unsung relea…

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'Halo' Hits PlayStation, 'Ninja Gaiden 4,' and 'The Outer Worlds 2' | Button Mash 1:12:41

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This is an Xbox ... episode of Button Mash! First, Ben Lindbergh and Matt "The Matt-ster Chief" James breaks down what the upcoming multi-platform remake of the original 'Halo' portends for the future of Xbox. Then, they stick with the theme by sharing their spoiler-free reactions to two new Xbox-published multiplatform games, 'Ninja Gaiden 4' and …

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The Murder Zone | Tales of the Cumminsville Ripper 26:15

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Five women were found brutally murdered in the Cumminsville area of Cincinnati, Ohio, in the early 20th century. The serial killer was never caught, the murders remain unsolved, and no viable suspects were ever questioned, which is especially strange because multiple women survived the assailant's attacks. The one detail witnesses noticed was that …

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‘The Simpsons’ and the Best Halloween Episodes | Mint Edition 1:10:36

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Steve and Jomi are joined by ‘Simpsons’ expert and Ringer senior staff writer Alan Siegel to celebrate all things Halloween. They dive into Alan’s book, 'Stupid TV, Be More Funny,' explore the legacy of the “Treehouse of Horror” specials, and wrap up by drafting their favorite Halloween TV episodes. Intro (0:00) “Treehouse of Horror” deep dive (2:2…

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What If the Original 'Star Wars' Trilogy Had an All-Black Cast? | The Midnight Boys 1:32:38

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The Boys are back with another Black Recast, but this time for the ’Star Wars’ original trilogy of films. They then dive into ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Season 3 and the canceled movie ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’. (0:00) Intro (8:14) ‘Star Wars’ recast (1:11:06) ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Season 3 and ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ (1:26:30) Outro (1:28:02) Post-credits …

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‘Gen V’ Season 2 Finale Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:20:13

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The Midnight Boys sit down to break down the season finale of 'Gen V' and talk about their thoughts on the season overall. They talk about the broader implications for the universe of 'The Boys' as it heads into its final season and what they might want to see in the future of this edgy superhero franchise. They also give the season their Midnight …

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The Most Famous Ghost Picture | The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall 25:55

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For centuries there were accounts of a ghost haunting the English estate of Raynham Hall. They were just rumors until a photograph published in Country Life magazine in 1936 appeared to capture the specter known as "The Brown Lady," and it is arguably the most famous picture of a ghost ever taken. But is it real? Theme Music by Matt Glass https://w…

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The October Gaming Gauntlet and a ‘Majora’s Mask’ 25th Anniversary Replay | Button Mash 1:33:53

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Ben and Matt James banter about the big launch by ‘Battlefield 6’ and share their spoiler-free impressions of three noteworthy recent releases in an overloaded gaming month: ‘Absolum,’ ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A,’ and ‘Keeper.’ Then Ben and Arjuna Ramgopowell discuss how and why they revisited, and finally completed, an N64 cult classic that has haunted…

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Greatest Crash-Outs in MCU History, Plus NYCC News | The Midnight Boys 1:27:42

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The Boys are back, and they are crashing out. They start with reactions to some New York Comic Con news and then discuss the greatest crash-outs in MCU history, and—spoiler—Tony Stark is mentioned a lot. (0:00) Intro (11:01) New York Comic Con Nerd News (28:01) Greatest crash-outs in MCU history (1:18:50) Outro (1:19:56) Post-credits Hosts: Van Lat…

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‘Tron: Ares’ and the IP Failures to Launch | Mint Edition 1:09:09

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Steve and Jomi jump back into the Grid to discuss ‘Tron: Ares.’ They share their thoughts on Disney’s latest attempt to reboot the neon-drenched franchise (spoilers included), its legacy, and whether the 'Tron' universe ever got the shot it truly deserved. Later on, they dive deep into Hollywood’s long history of “IP failures to launch,” revisiting…

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Khamar-Daban Incident 17:43

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Known as "Buryatia's Dyatlov Pass”, the Khamar-Daban incident is a bizarre mystery which saw experienced hikers become victims of an invisible horror. Unlike Dyatlov, this incident had a survivor, but that doesn’t mean that there are more answers. This is a real-life tale of inexplicable death, that came about instantly, that will leave you questio…

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‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Finale and the ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer Reactions | The Midnight Boys 2:15:13

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The boys are back, and they’re serving you all of their thoughts on the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 finale, and thus their thoughts on James Gunn’s vision for the season's end. They then dive into the trailers of the newest ‘Game of Thrones’ show, ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ and the trailer for the upcoming ‘Wonder Man’ show. (0:00) Intro (5:18) Reac…

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Poe's Murder Muse: The Mystery of Mary Rogers 21:54

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The Shocking EA Sale and ‘Ghost of Yotei’ Reactions | Button Mash 1:27:40

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Right Royal Roundup (3 October 2025) - King Charles Meets Australian Prime Minister, Henry VIII's Break With Rome, Prince Joachim News, Royal Bicentenary and Interview with Author Andrew Lownie 24:38

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King Charles meets the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and a royal visit to the Vatican, King Henry VIII's break with Rome, Prince Joachim news, Royal Palace marks abicentenary and an interview with author and historian Andrew Lownie. See more with this week's show - https://rightroyalroundup.com.au/2025/10/03/podcast-royal-palace-bicent…

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One Demon Slayer After Another | The Midnight Boys 2:39:26

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The Midnight Boys are going to hell, finally sharing their reactions to ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.’ Later, the guys get into ‘One Battle After Another’ and all of the conversation around the Oscar favorite. Finally, the Boys do a quick check-in on ‘Peacemaker.’ Intro (00:00) Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle (6:55) One Battle After Another (1:17:4…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: September 2025 (Featuring 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds') 59:20

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Hit it! Recommends returns to put a bow on a busy September. First, Ben brings on Ringer contributor Joshua Rivera for a spoiler-free conversation about 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,' with an emphasis on the series' appeal, the ups and downs of Season 3, and the state and future of the franchise on both the big and small screens. After that, othe…

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Rye Madness & The Salem Witch Trials 48:48

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Was a mysterious fungus behind the Salem Witch Trials? Drew Hannush from the podcast "Whiskey Lore" discusses his research into Salem, particularly the rye madness theory aka ergotism. Drew emphasizes the need for continuous inquiry, the interconnectedness of history and spirits, and the difficulty of understanding historical events through a moder…

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'Marvel Zombies' Deep Dive | Mint Edition 1:00:08

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This week, Steve and Jomi are joined by Ringer writer Daniel Chin to share their spoiler-filled reactions to Marvel’s latest animated project, ‘Marvel Zombies.’ The trio discusses what worked, highlights the action, and breaks down where the series fell short. Intro (0:00) 'Marvel Zombies' discourse (4:48) Outro (56:50) Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Ste…

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‘Hades II,’ ‘Silent Hill f,’ and ‘Wolverine’ Trailer Reactions | Button Mash 1:34:44

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Ben and Rob Mahoney head back to the House of Hades for an in-depth (but spoiler-free) discussion of ‘Hades II,’ in which they explain how Supergiant’s sequel to ‘Hades’ somehow improves upon its near-perfect predecessor. Then Steve Ahlman arrives to react to ‘Silent Hill f,’ the recent ‘Silent Hill’ series resurgence, and the first trailer for ‘Sp…

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The 'Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer and 'Alien: Earth’ Finale Reactions 1:33:14

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The Boys unite in a galaxy far, far away to react to the first ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer. Later, the guys discuss the finale of ‘Alien: Earth,’ including what the future of the show holds, before giving their Midnight Meter. (00:00) Intro (4:20) ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ (50:39) ‘Alien: Earth’ (1:27:20) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles …

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Murder At Greystone Mansion | A Beverly Hills Scandal 1:04:19

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A Rerelease of a classic episode with Dearly Departed's Scott Michaels. Scandal rocked the small town of Beverly Hills, CA in 1929. At a massive mansion built by an oil tycoon's son, Ned Doheny, two men were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide. Almost 100 years later, no one can tell you exactly what happened that night because the case i…

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Big Game Adaptations, 'Borderlands 4,' and 'Silksong' Revisited | Button Mash 1:19:21

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Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James enter the vault to round up recent news on game adaptations (including 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' big-screen 'Call of Duty,' and live-action TV series 'Tomb Raider') and share their spoiler-free reviews of Gearbox's 'Borderlands' comeback, 'Borderlands 4.' They close by delivering their final verdicts on the d…

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'Gen V' Season 2 Premiere Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:10:54

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The boys are back in school at Godolkin University to discuss the brand-new season premiere of 'Gen V.' They discuss why they loved the show last season and what it gets right in these first three new episodes (00:00). They also talk about how the show adapts to the passing of one of its stars, Chance Perdomo. Then they get into the show's new vill…

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The True Stories of 3 Lost Nuclear Weapons (Broken Arrows) 18:54

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What happens when the world’s most destructive weapons simply vanish? In this episode of A Study of Strange, we investigate the chilling history of missing nuclear weapons aka “Broken Arrows.” From a hydrogen bomb lost off the coast of Georgia, to a U.S. jet that slipped into the Philippine Sea with a live warhead onboard, to Cold War rumors of sui…

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Here Comes the Pitch: Award Show Bait | Mint Edition 1:24:46

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Steve and Jomi join forces with Rob Mahoney to laugh, rant, and reflect on this year’s Emmy Awards. They break down the winners and losers, explore why fan favorites like 'The White Lotus' and 'The Bear' may have lost their edge, and predict what might win big next year. Later, they play a round of Here Comes the Pitch, where they share their own i…

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 4 and 'Alien: Earth' Episodes 5 and 6 Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:28:26

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The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’! They dive into the humanizing of Peacemaker and the different varieties of Xenomorphs we’re seeing in ‘Alien: Earth.’ (0:00) Intro (11:49) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2, Episode 4 (45:33) Reactions to ‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 5 and 6 (1:25:32) Outro…

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