The Marvel Cinematic Universe finally is back on the big screen with "Black Widow". We discuss our thoughts on the movie, dive into spoilers and Easter eggs and talk about the forthcoming MCU films. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (2:33) - Background (7:55) - Comic Book Origins of Black Widow (11:20) - Non-Spoiler Review (26:53) - Spoiler Talk, Easter Eggs & Trivia The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https:/...
Jul 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 93
This week we discuss the big budget Amazon release "The Tomorrow War" starring Chris Pratt. Sravan also reviews the summer musical release "In The Heights" based on Lin Manuel Miranda's broadway musical. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:08) - Background - The Tomorrow War (4:24) - Non-Spoiler Review - The Tomorrow War (18:21) - Spoiler Talk - The Tomorrow War (25:31) - In The Heights Review The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rod...
Jul 04, 2021•40 min•Ep. 92
Pixar is back with a brand new release "Luca". We talk about this breezy, picturesque Italian tale and how it compares to Pixar's previous releases. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:14) - Background (4:19) - Non-Spoiler Review (21:32) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our co...
Jun 27, 2021•33 min•Ep. 91
The Fast Saga continues with "Fast and Furious 9". In this episode, we discuss the evolution of this long running franchise and whether it is running out of fuel (or Diesel). Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:49) - Background (7:55) - Non-Spoiler Review (24:57) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this podcast so we...
Jun 20, 2021•53 min•Ep. 90
The Warrens are back on the big screen with "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It". We are joined by friend of the podcast, Bhaskar Cherukuri, as we discuss everything Conjuring universe related as well as some detours to Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:47) - Background (8:48) - Non-Spoiler Review (44:46) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/...
Jun 13, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 89
The latest Disney live action/villain origin story is here with "Cruella". We do discuss the movie both from two very different standpoints in this episode. Listen to find out more. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:24) - Background (7:40) - Non-Spoiler Review from Tarun's Perspective (9:09) - Non-Spoiler Review from Sravan's Perspective (16:54) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to...
Jun 06, 2021•37 min•Ep. 88
Zack Snyder is back again with the "Army of the Dead" on Netflix and we review it this week's episode. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:21) - Background (5:33) - Non-Spoiler Review (15:00) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options:...
May 30, 2021•33 min•Ep. 87
This week we talk about the much delayed and anticipated John Krasinski directorial "A Quiet Place: Part II". We give a quick recap of Part I followed by a non-spoiler review of Part II and finally some spoiler talk as well (refer to the timestamps below). Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:15) - A Quiet Place Part I recap (6:48) - Background (13:00) - Non-Spoiler Review (20:00) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Ro...
May 23, 2021•36 min•Ep. 86
This week we talk about Netflix's superhero series "Jupiter's Legacy" based on Mark Millar's comic book run. We talk spoilers and potential story threads for season 2. We also spend a bit of time discussing the Marvel Phase 4 slate with new dates and titles being announced. Lastly, we discuss the Academy Award nominated film, "Minari". Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:23) - Background (4:39) - Non-Spoiler Review (14:14) - Spoiler Talk (20:17) - Marvel Phase 4 News (37:55) - Minari Review The...
May 16, 2021•46 min•Ep. 85
Image comics' "Invincible" has been brought to the small screen by Amazon Studios with a star studded cast. In this episode we review the recently concluded first season of the show, talk about spoilers and what's in store for the future of this universe. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:15) - Background (6:46) - Non-Spoiler Review (12:48) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0u...
May 09, 2021•41 min•Ep. 84
The popular 'Mortal Kombat' video game franchise is back on the big screen and we decide whether it's good, bad or so bad it's good. Timestamps: (0:21) - Introduction (1:00) - Background (6:50) - Non-Spoiler Review (16:00) - Spoiler Talk The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free c...
May 03, 2021•36 min•Ep. 83
Marvel Cinematic Universe has come back to the small screen with another Disney+ show "Falcon and the Winter Soldier". We are joined by returning guest Kireeti Chigurala to review the full season. We talk spoilers, easter eggs and potential sequels and spin-offs. Timestamps: (0:18) - Introduction (2:06) - Background, Development and Comic Book Origins (9:10) - Non-Spoiler Review (22:29) - Spoiler Talk (22:30) - Episode 1: New World Order (25:35) - Episode 2: The Star-Spangled Man (28:52) - Episo...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 82
The second and final part of our Marvel Cinematic Tier List is here and in this episode we discuss all the Phase 3 films and also give our final ranking of all the films. We are joined again by guests Kireeti Chigurala, Bhargava Cherukuri and Bharadwaja Cherukuri to assist us in getting the final definitive ranking of all MCU films released to date. Timestamps: (0:00) - Re-cap (2:05) - Captain America: Civil War (7:47) - Doctor Strange (10:37) - Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 2 (18:14) - Spider...
Apr 18, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 81
The biggest tier list we have ever done is here. In the first of a two part series we are joined by returning guests Kireeti Chigurala, Bhargava Cherukuri and Bharadwaja Cherukuri as we attempt to definitively rank all the Marvel Cinematic universe films into a tier list. In this episode we cover all Phase 1 and Phase 2 films. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (2:04) - Ironman (6:39) - Incredible Hulk (10:12) - Ironman 2 (13:00) - Thor (16:33) - Captain America: The First Avenger (21:04) - The A...
Apr 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 80
Welcome to the first volume of Guess the Movie Rating. In this episode, Tarun attempts to guess the Rotten Tomatoes rating, budget and box office of a movie based solely on its synopsis. The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options: Amazon Affiliate Lin...
Apr 04, 2021•29 min•Ep. 79
This week we review the latest blockbuster release Godzilla vs Kong. We discuss our thoughts on the film, whether we recommend it and also the future of this franchise. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:33) - Background and Development (5:02) - Non-Spoiler Review (14:37) - Spoiler Talk DC Extended Universe 4K Blurays: Godzilla (2014): https://amzn.to/3sxJTM9 Kong Skull Island: https://amzn.to/2PEVTg8 Godzilla: King of Monsters: https://amzn.to/31ppaOy The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https:...
Mar 28, 2021•37 min•Ep. 78
The much anticipated Snyder Cut of Justice League has now been released and the team have got together to discuss "Zack Snyder's Justice League". Everything from how this cut differs from the theatrical cut as well as any Easter eggs relating to potential future DCEU films are discussed. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (1:39) - Background and Development (15:31) - Non-Spoiler Review (29:39) - Spoiler Talk (31:18) - Part 1: Don't Count on It, Batman (37:05) - Part 2: The Age of Heroes (42:04) -...
Mar 21, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 77
Disney's latest animated feature "Raya and the Last Dragon" has been released, and Tarun and Sravan catch up to talk about their thoughts on the South-East Asian tale. Timestamps: (0:17) - Introduction (3:59) - Background and Development (12:00) - Non-Spoiler Review (23:38) - Spoiler Talk Some Disney Blurays Frozen Double Pack (Region Free): https://amzn.to/3lgk3tu Tangled: https://amzn.to/3cvW2KD Moana: https://amzn.to/3bOJMGl The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaste...
Mar 14, 2021•42 min•Ep. 76
Marvel Cinematic Universe has come to the small screen with "WandaVision". We are joined by author Brian Sherlock to do a detailed deep-dive into the series and talk Easter eggs and the potential ramifications for the future of the MCU. Timestamps: (0:18) - Introduction (3:56) - Background, Development and Comic Book Origins (11:36) - Non-Spoiler Review (22:30) - Spoiler Talk (22:30) - Episode 1: Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience (24:54) - Episode 2: Don't Touch that Dial (27:17) - Episode 3:...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 75
It's been many months since the release of Spider-Man: Miles Morales released on PS5 and PS4, finally, we are getting a chance to talk about it. We are joined by our Spider-Man correspondent Kireeti Chigurala to discuss our thoughts on the game as well as the next generation of gaming consoles. Timestamps: (0:18) - Introduction (3:01) - Background and Development (17:08) - Story (26:19) - Graphics (29:11) - Gameplay (38:26) - Spoilers and Easter Eggs Spider-Man Games: Spider-Man PS4: https://amz...
Feb 28, 2021•57 min•Ep. 74
In anticipation for the release of Disney Animation studio's "Raya and the Last Dragon", we decided to look through all the Disney animation films released over time and construct a tier list. In this episode, we are looking at the Golden Age of Disney animation which ranged from 1937 to 1942 and covers the films Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo and Bambi. Timestamps: (1:08) - Introduction to the Eras of Disney Animation (5:14) - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (14:11)...
Feb 21, 2021•43 min•Ep. 73
It's Valentine's Day, so we thought we would take the opportunity to talk about a couple romantic comedies. First one, is the aptly titled "Valentine's Day" with all-star cast and second, is the 2020 release "Palm Springs". Timestamps: (1:38) - Valentine's Day Review (24:49) - Palm Springs The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/2M0ujIp XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/38QTEOg If you want to support this po...
Feb 14, 2021•39 min•Ep. 72
Similar to the film we are reviewing, this episode is also much delayed. In this episode we are discussing the much delayed final instalment to the X-Men franchise, "New Mutants". We talk about the number of times it has been delayed, the production troubles it faced and ultimately how this impacted the film output of the film. Timestamps: (2:08) - Background on New Mutants (5:17) - Non-Spoiler Review (15:08) - Spoiler Talk X-Men 4K UHD Blurays: X-Men 3 Film Collection (X-Men, X-Men 2, X-Men: Th...
Feb 07, 2021•35 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, we talk about the Disney+ Christmas Pixar release "Soul". In a much delayed review we discuss what was one of the best releases of 2020 and also talk about all those Pixar Easter eggs. Timestamps: (0:40) - Background of Soul (7:23) - Non-spoiler Review (7:23) - Spoiler Talk and Pixar Easter Eggs Pixar 4K UHD Blurays: Toy Story: https://amzn.to/2MkO3qo A Bug's Life: https://amzn.to/3oD4prU Toy Story 2: https://amzn.to/3cslQt2 Monsters, Inc.: https://amzn.to/2NGPwIj Finding Nemo: ...
Jan 31, 2021•35 min•Ep. 70
In this episode, we take a look back the films released in the DC Extended Universe (pre-release of WW84) and attempt to construct a definitive tier list. To assist us with this task, we are joined by the podcast's regular guest Kireeti Chigurala. Let us know what your DCEU tier list is! Timestamps: (0:49) - What is a Tier List? (2:10) - Man of Steel (7:23) - Batman v Superman (16:04) - Suicide Squad (19:33) - Wonder Woman (21:20) - Justice League (26:27) - Aquaman (29:19) - Shazam (34:13) - Bir...
Jan 25, 2021•42 min•Ep. 69
We are back for a brand new year! First we look back at 2020 in terms of box office and then look forward to 2021 and discuss the movies expected to come out and what we are most anticipating in terms of movies and TV series. Timestamps: (1:30) - Box Office Statistics for 2020 (6:48) - Most Anticipated Movies for 2020 (19:42) - Most Anticipated TV Series for 2020 The equipment we use: Rode Podmic: https://amzn.to/2LSeJPb Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3bLykLP Rode PSA1 Boom Arm: https://amzn.to...
Jan 17, 2021•34 min•Ep. 68
The Mandalorian Season 2 is done and we've got some thoughts on it. In this episode we are joined by a trio of brothers Bhaskar, Bhargava and Bharadwaja Cherukuri and we have an in depth discussion of everything Mandalorian including reference to the films, the Clone Wars and Rebels series. Grab some popcorn, sit back and relax as we spend almost 2 hours doing a deep dive into the series with an episode by episode spoiler talk. Timestamps: (0:00) - Introduction (1:15) - Background on Season 2 (5...
Jan 10, 2021•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 67
In this episode we are joined by special guest Kireeti Chigurala to talk about the mind-bending spy thriller, Christopher Nolan's "Tenet". What has proven to be one of his most divisive movies, we talk about the plot and it's complexities and discuss where this stands in comparison to his other works. Timestamps: (0:30) - Non-Spoiler Review (27:35) - Spoiler Talk Christopher Nolan Filmography Following: https://amzn.to/2Kd4CUx Memento: https://amzn.to/3oWQ4r4 Insomnia: https://amzn.to/3r9z8Q7 Th...
Jan 03, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 66
After many delays, the next instalment in the DCEU and the sequel to the beloved "Wonder Woman" is here. Sravan is joined by special guests Bhargava and Bharadwaja Cherukuri to discuss "Wonder Woman 1984". Timestamps: (1:18) - Non-Spolier Review (10:49) - Spoiler Talk Wonder Woman (2017): https://amzn.to/3ru7g9k Wonder Woman: The Cheetah Comic: https://amzn.to/3ptqutT If you want to support this podcast so we can keep producing our content for free consider the following options: Amazon Affiliat...
Dec 28, 2020•47 min•Ep. 65
Merry Christmas! Welcome to our Christmas special episode for 2020. In this episode, Sravan and Tarun are joined by Kireeti Chigurala and they each share their thoughts on a Christmas movie. Sravan talks about the latest Netflix Christmas adventure "Christmas Chronicles 2", Kireeti talks about the unconventional classic Christmas movie "Die Hard" as well as the holiday favourite "Love Actually". Finally, Tarun shares his thoughts on the infamous "Star Wars: Holiday Special". Timestamps: (0:52) -...
Dec 24, 2020•54 min•Ep. 64
