Fact or Fantasy returns revamped with a new Riddikulus Council. Chase and his new co-host Kyle are ready to take the show to all new heights. The fantasy universe expands futher than before with new topics of fantasy news, theme parks, and conventions. Chase reveals the new show layout, future fantasy topics and deep dives into his outlandish unconventional backstory with Kyle. Chase and Kyle discuss the future of cinema and current developing major fantasy news including Harry Potter, House of ...
Aug 10, 2025•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 252
We close out House of the Dragon Season 2 in its entirety today with a bonus episode where we highlight key differences between the corresponding Fire & Blood passages and the show, as well as provide our rankings of a few fun categories! Join us as we take a look at the second paragraph on Page 422 through the second paragraph on Page 445 in the Fire & Blood historical accounting which align with the on-screen events of Season 2 in House of the Dragon. We detail the major differences an...
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Season 3Ep. 251
Today we finish our coverage of the on-screen events as they pertain to Season 2 in House of the Dragon and launch directly into the finale, Episode 8, where prophecies are aplenty. Follow along as Tyland Lannister does his best to win new allies, Aemond is willing to go to extreme lengths to ensure Team Green is not outgunned, Daemon experiences a vision which shows him many things including his place in this war, the Riverlands officially declare their support, and Alicent makes a trip to Drag...
Dec 15, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 3Ep. 250
We continue our flight through Season 2 in House of the Dragon by tackling Episode 7 today where desperate times call for desperate measures, and Team Black evens the odds. Stick with us as we see Rhaenyra fly to challenge a new rider, Daemon underestimates Oscar Tully, Jacaerys expresses his displeasure at his mother's new plan, Hugh as well as Ulf make a quick rise in life, and Aemond is humbled. With Chase & Josh debating alternate outcomes of Rhaenyra's attempt at gaining new riders, pro...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 249
Today we continue our coverage of Season 2 in House of the Dragon by diving into Episode 6 where a sense of restlessness overcomes all factions. Tune in as Ser Steffon Darklyn attempts something that's never been done before, signs of a wild dragon appear in the Vale, Rhaenyra sends a gift to the smallfolk of King's Landing, a riot breaks out putting royal lives in danger, and Addam comes face to face with his destiny. With Chase & Josh giving a recap, providing takeaways, discussing key asp...
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 248
The back half of Season 2 in House of the Dragon starts today as we cover Episode 5 and the aftermath of Rook's Rest. Tag along as we mourn the loss of Rhaenys, Aegon is barely clinging to life, Daemon encourages the Blackwood's to use dishonorable tactics to achieve his aims, a temporary regent is named to rule in King's Landing, and Jacaerys gives his mother an unconventional idea. With Chase & Josh debating Sunfyre's fate, providing a brief recap, discussing key moments, and highlighting ...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 247
We have reached the halfway point of Season 2 in House of the Dragon here today as we tackle Episode 4, where dragon's clash in battle at long last. Keep up as Harrenhal continues to take its toll on Daemon, Aegon learns that Aemond made battle plans without consulting him, Criston Cole marches on Rook's Rest, Rhaenys rides to battle on Meleys, and dragon's dance. With Chase & Josh summarizing the episode, discussing key takeaways, highlighting mistakes made, and debating if Aegon should've ...
Nov 17, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 246
Things are starting to heat up as we dive into Episode 3 of Season 2 in House of the Dragon here today, where armies are mobilizing. Join us as we see the Bracken's dispute with the Blackwood's culminate in lifeless bodies around a burning mill, Criston Cole leads his men through the crownlands, Daemon takes Harrenhal, and Rhaenyra goes to King's Landing. With Chase & Josh debating Daemon's intentions, highlighting foreshadowed moments, discussing overall takeaways, and recapping the events,...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 245
The conflict rages on as we move into Episode 2 of Season 2 in House of the Dragon here today, where retaliation clouds judgement. Follow along as Aegon mourns his loss, a funeral procession is held, Rhaenyra confronts Daemon, Criston Cole gives a reckless command, and two brothers pay the price. With Chase & Josh discussing major takeaways, highlighting consequences of actions, providing a summary, and debating whether Team Green remains the sympathetic figures after Aegon's foolhardy attem...
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 244
We are back in the dragon saddle at long last as we begin our coverage of Season 2 in the House of the Dragon series! We will be covering each episode individually starting with Episode 1 here today. Tag along as we see Jacaerys treating with Cregan Stark at The Wall, Daemon attempts to command Rhaenys, Rhaenyra finds the closure she needs for Lucerys' death, assassins are hired, and a prince is slain. With Chase & Josh summarizing the on-screen events, highlighting key moments, discussing m...
Oct 27, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 243
It's time for another one-shot movie review, so buckle up because today we cover the highest grossing R-Rated film of all time... Deadpool & Wolverine! **Spoiler Alert** Do not listen to this episode if you have not yet seen the movie and are looking to do so because in this installment, we go through a summary of events as they appear in the film from beginning to end. You have been warned. Join us as agents of the Time Variance Authority attempt to bring Deadpool in, Deadpool searches for ...
Oct 20, 2024•2 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 242
We close out Season 1 through the Hashira Training Arc (Season 4) of the Demon Slayer series in their entirety today with a bonus episode where we highlight key differences between the Manga and the show as well as provide our rankings of a few fun categories! Tune in and hear our final thoughts as we rank five different groupings relative to the entire Demon Slayer series of what's been released to date. Each ranking hierarchy is scaled from bottom to top, meaning our top choice in each categor...
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 241
Today we finish up our coverage of on-screen events as it pertains to the Hashira Training Arc in the Demon Slayer series and tackle Episode 8 where the final plans unfold. Follow along as we see Kagaya Ubuyashiki face to face with Muzan Kibutsuji for the first time, a lesson in divine punishment, an ultimate sacrifice is made, a surprising trap is sprung, and the Hashira unite. With Chase & Josh providing a quick summary, discussing overall takeaways, highlighting full circle moments, and d...
Oct 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 240
We begin winding down the Hashira Training Arc in the Demon Slayer series today as we move into Episode 7, where we see the last calm before the storm that follows. Join us as Zenitsu receives a letter, Gyomei Himejima's backstory is revealed, two Hashira impressively spar to a draw, and Sanemi realizes the Demon Slayer Corps has been infiltrated. With Chase & Josh debating the true nature of a relatively unknown character, discussing important moments, providing a recap, and highlighting as...
Sep 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 239
We are at the midway point of the Hashira Training Arc in the Demon Slayer series today as we dive into Episodes 5 & 6 where the Corps are tested in more than one manner. Keep up as we see Tanjiro make his way through multiple trainings, Genya tries to make things right with his brother, a restraining order is put into place, and Nakime gets closer to uncovering the Demon Slayer Headquarters location. With Chase & Josh going over a brief recap, highlighting major takeaways, debating the ...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 238
Today we move further into this season of the Demon Slayer series, making our way through Episodes 2-4 in the Hashira Training Arc where the preparation begins. Join us as an invitation to the Ubuyashiki Mansion is extended to a demon, Tomioka reveals details about his past, an old flashy friend returns, and Tanjiro passes Tokitio's training. With Chase & Josh highlighting major takeaways, providing a summary, discussing key moments, and debating how useful the Hashira Training would realist...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 237
We are kicking off the next season in the Demon Slayer series and bringing you our coverage of the Hashira Training Arc starting with Episode 1 here today! Tag along as we see Sanemi Shinazugawa on a mission with Obanai Iguro, the recovery of certain characters following the Swordsmith Village battle, an emergency Hashira meeting, and the discussion of manifesting particular marks. With Chase & Josh providing a recap of the episode, debating the humanity of demons, highlighting key aspects, ...
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 236
We close out Season 3, the Swordsmith Village Arc in the Demon Slayer series today with covering Episode 11 as a standalone due to the runtime and significance of the season finale where the ultimate limitation is conquered at long last. Follow along as Mitsuri Kanroji does her best to buy time for the others, Hantengu plays another trick, Muichiro Tokito shows up with a well-timed unfinished gift, and Tanjiro is faced with the hardest decision of his life. With Chase & Josh debating an alte...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 235
Things start to heat up today as we tackle Episodes 8-10 of the Swordsmith Village Arc in the Demon Slayer series where the battles rage on! Join us as Muichiro overcomes his amnesia finally remembering his devastating past, Gyokko is overmatched even at full demon strength, Mitsuri arrives just in time to even the odds against Zohakuten, and significant marks appear on multiple heroes. With Chase & Josh summarizing the on-screen events, debating what conjuring one of the marks could've done...
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 234
We are in the thick of it now as today we make our way through Episodes 6 & 7 of the Swordsmith Village Arc in the Demon Slayer series where a new foe emerges. Journey with us as we learn more about Genya's tragic past, Haganezuka shows otherworldly concentration, Hantengu's emotions combine, and Tokito's kindness comes full circle. With Chase & Josh providing a brief summary, discussing their takeaways, highlighting important moments, and debating the natural ability of a character seen...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 233
There is no time to waste as we jump right into Episodes 4 & 5 of the Swordsmith Village Arc in the Demon Slayer series here today where the battle is fully underway. Keep up as multiple fights are happening simultaneously, Mitsuri Kanroji shows up defending the village chief, Tanjiro with Genya as well as Nezuko are doing everything they can against the four-split emotion demons, and Tokito underestimates his opponent. With Chase & Josh discussing the summary of events, providing overal...
Aug 11, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 232
Our coverage of the Swordsmith Village Arc in the Demon Slayer series continues as we dive into Episodes 2 & 3 today where an ancient weapon is found and the attack on the village begins. Tag along as a mysterious combat training doll is activated, Tanjiro discovers a new ability, two Upper Rank Kizuki make their move, Muichiro Tokito has a choice to make, and Genya Shinazugawa jumps into action. With Chase & Josh briefly recapping the episodes, discussing overall takeaways, highlighting...
Aug 04, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 231
Today we continue our journey through the Demon Slayer series and move into the Swordsmith Village Arc! We kick off this arc with Episode 1 as a standalone since it more than doubles the typical runtime of most episodes throughout the series. Follow along as we see Tanjiro sent to the Swordsmith Village in need of a new sword, a familar face from Final Selection returns, Muzan Kibutsuji's wrath is felt by the Upper Rank Kizuki, and two members are given a new directive. With Chase & Josh sum...
Jul 28, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 230
Today we bring you the turning point, peak climax action, and resolution of the Demon Slayer Entertainment District Arc in the flashiest of ways as we tackle Episode 10 & 11 where the rubber meets the road. Join us as our enemies have the upper hand, Tanjiro is in desperation mode, a familar tactic is utlized when no options are left, and those who looked down for the count make one last ditch effort to overcome the odds. With Chase & Josh detailing all of the action, debating the MVP of...
Jul 21, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 229
The real battle of the Entertainment District Arc in the Demon Slayer series begins today as we dive into Episodes 8 & 9 where all hope seems lost. Follow along as there are now two embodiments of Upper Six to contend with, Zenitsu and Inosuke try their hand at Daki, Tanjiro and Uzui have their hands full with Gyutaro, and a key player ends up face down in the dirt unmoving. With Chase & Josh guiding you through the battle sequences, highlighting key moments, discussing takeaways, and de...
Jul 14, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 228
We pick back up today with Episode 6 & 7 of the Entertainment District Arc in the Demon Slayer series where things aren't exactly as they seem. Continue along with us as we see Tanjiro digs deep to stay in the game, Nezuko joins the fray, the town's citizens face disaster, Uzui makes his presence felt, and a horrifying transformation takes place. With Chase and Josh providing a brief summary, discussing overall takeaways, highlighting important moments, and debating who the true Upper Six is...
Jul 07, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 227
Things start to heat up as we continue our coverage of the Entertainment District Arc in the Demon Slayer series today with Episodes 4 & 5 where the inital confrontation is made. Accompany us as we see that Zenitsu has gone missing, Uzui is second guessing his choices, Tanjiro faces hefty competition, and Inosuke finds a secret lair. With Chase & Josh debating the Demon Slayer Corp ranking criteria, discussing their takeaways, summarizing the episodes, and pondering a few aspects, make s...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 226
We resume our mission today as we tackle Episodes 2 & 3 of the Entertainment District Arc in the Demon Slayer series where our protagonists go undercover. Tag along as we see Uzui's wives have gone missing, the squad infiltrates three respected houses, an Oiran draws suspicion, and someone's cover is blown. With Chase & Josh providing a recap, discussing takeaways, and debating the way Muzan Kibutsuji delegates tasks, be sure to tune in. "We might be in for an ultra-flashy fight to the d...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 225
Today we are kicking off the next season of the Demon Slayer series as we move into the Entertainment District Arc! With Episode 1 almost doubling the typical runtime of an episode, we will be covering Episode 1 on its own as a standalone. Join us as Akaza brings news to his master, Tanjiro attempts to bring closure to the Rengoku family, has a run in with the former Flame Hashira, hears about Sun Breathing, receives a gift from Senjuro, and makes a deal with Tengen Uzui. With Chase & Josh s...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 224
We are officially off the rails on this crazy Mugen Train! Today we close out this Mini-Season in style as we cover Episode 6 & 7 where a surprise enemy appears. Follow along as we see the fate of the passengers, the full power of a Hashira, a sneak peak at an Upper Rank's abilities, and a battle to remember. With Chase & Josh recapping all of the action, discussing the major topics, providing overall takeaways, and debating alternate tactics for a potentially different outcome, this is ...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 223
