Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the entire 2021 Warner Bros. film releases being available on HBO MAX and AMC in direct talks with the studio to preserve their business. Next, not that Rashida Jones becomes the new head at MSNBC and the Emmys introduce new categories and rule changes. Later, we say good-bye to our childhood favorite Radio Disney and get stuffed with music bits. We wrap it all up with Nintendo issuing another cease-and-desist letter for a joy-c...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 261
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we welcome Elliot Page and welcome the Sundance Film Festival into our homes. Next, a new show is in the works with Mathew Vaughn and a whole lot of Bits. Later, South Korea updates its military service requirements for BTS and Spotify reveals its 2020 Global lists for artists, singles and albums. We wrap it all up with Genshin Impact winning mobile game of the year and Aardman studio teaming up with Namco Bandai for a new multimedia ga...
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 258
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have an update on Media Boat favorite Lord Miller and Mads Mikkelsen joins the Fantastic Beasts world. Next, Jeopardy! has a guest host plan and Chappelle Show is off Netflix because of Dave Chappelle. Later, it's award season with Grammy nominations and the American Music Awards winners. We wrap it all up with the Golden Joystick Award winners and Pokemon teases a surprise during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. We also have thou...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 257
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast Today we start with breaking Wonder Woman 1984 news and another Transformers film is in the works. Next, Conan O'Brien is retiring from late night hosting and the return of the TV bits. Later, Lil' Wayne was arrested for possession of a firearm and another wrinkle is thrown into the fray of Taylor Swift v Scooter Braun. We wrap it all up with a swatting call to Ubisoft Montreal and the Game Awards 2020 list of nominees are announced. We also h...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 256
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have film removals from the upcoming Holiday season and Johnny Depp is out of the Wizarding World. Next, ESPN is cutting 500 jobs and the world mourns for a big Jeopardy! loss. Later, we have updates on Brittany Spears and Twitch music licensing. We wrap it all up with Phil Spencer squashing another purchasing rumor and Take-Two Interactive acquiring Codemasters for $1B. We also have thoughts on Jeopardy!, B Positive, NEXT, The Good ...
Nov 12, 2020•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 255
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have a $150M box office movie and Warner Bros. apologizes to people with disabilities. Next, your Netflix subscription is about to go up and Sony is in final negotiations to buy the Crunchy Roll streaming service. Later, Kanye West sets his presidential eyes towards 2024 and the World Music Album category is changing to Global Music Album. We wrap it all up with a soft update on Beyond Good & Evil 2 and Awesome Games Done Quick 2...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 254
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with WarnerMedia on shaky ground following Tenet and Europe closing theaters in three different countries. Next, T-Mobile gets into the streaming game and The Masked Dancer will follow in the world of spinoffs. Later, Guitar Center is in financial trouble and Twitch could be in legal trouble. We wrap it all up with a couple of game delays and Facebook Gaming having its own streaming service. We also have thoughts on Borat 2, The Worl...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 253
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with The Lucky Exports Pitch Program signing all its writers to distribution deals and future films are in filming as productions start up again. Next, we say good-bye to Quibi and Peanuts holiday specials won't be available on Network TV this year. Later, it's all music bits including Apple Music TV, Adele hosting SNL and not performing, and classic artists including Fleetwood Mac, Beastie Boys, The Beach Boys, Post Malone, Billie E...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 252
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today Disney shifts all focus to streaming revenue and the Academy Awards will allow drive-in theater showing to be eligible. Next, WarnerMedia shifts it's focus to streaming revenue and an animation round-up from New York Comic-Con. Later, we have a follow up story involving The Chainsmokers and another follow up involving Megan Thee Stallion. We wrap it all up with Ruffian Games joining Rockstar Games and Ginshin Impact laying out details o...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 251
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Regal closing theaters again and filmmakers making a plea with Congress to support the failing industry. Next, Apple TV is coming to a gaming console near you and SNL gets around New York state guidelines while also canceling its musical guest. Later, the saga of Led Zeppelin v Spirit has come to an end and Spotify will debut its own weekly music charts. We wrap it all up with Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit remastered and Steve fro...
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 250
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a new Borat film coming next month and The Lion King sequel gets director Barry Jenkins. Next, the Tennessee Titans shut down facilities from Covid-19 and SNL returns this weekend with host Chris Rock and musical guest Megan Thee Stallion. Later, Lil' Yachty gets arrested for speeding in his Ferrari and Vin Diesel, yes that Vin Diesel, releases a new song. We wrap it all up with Pokemon The Crown Tundra release date of October 2...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 249
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we start with Mulan's opening numbers and Penske Media being in control of Hollywood's breaking news. Next, we breakdown the winners of The Emmy Award show and take a look at what Marvel has upcoming for Disney+. Later, Elton John sets tour dates for his return on the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour and composer Ludwig Goransson gets closer to an EGOT. We wrap it all up with pre-order craziness and Microsoft purchasing ZeniMax Media for...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 248
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start in reverse with the PlayStation 5 pricing and release date and the Oculus Quest 2 announced at a better price point. Next, even more Lady A lawsuit as Anita White sues the band Lady Antebellum in Seattle and Tik Tok won't be sold to Microsoft, by opting for Oracle instead. Later, South Park will return with a Pandemic Special episode and Paramount+ gets officially confirmed with all new programming. We wrap it all up with movie theat...
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 247
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with new eligibility for the Academy Awards Best Picture category and The Batman shuts down production from a positive Covid test. Next, The Golden Girls gets a one night only reboot featuring Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross and lots of TV bits. Later, Travis Scott has his own meal at McDonalds and there are winners for the iHeartRadio Awards. We wrap it all up with Xbox Series S announcement with pricing and a slew of Mario themed...
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 246
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we start with AMC preparing for Tenet coming to theaters this weekend and federal prosecutors apprehension of 3 copyright pirates. Next, the Arrowverse is dead and from it will rise The CWverse and Sam Register will lead both Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios. Later, we have the winners and losers from the MTV VMAs and Amazon Music is teaming up with Twitch for live streaming concerts. We wrap it all up with the results...
Sep 03, 2020•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 245
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have DC Fandome announcements and Olivia Wilde will direct a new spiderverse film. Next, Sports start protesting with Tiger King getting a scripted series and Apple TV+ looks into AR technology. Later, TikTok sues the Presidential administration and iHeartRadio Award winners will be announced after an 8 month delay. We wrap it all up with a musically themed Nintendo Direct and DC Fandome games for Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice Leag...
Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 244
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we start with video game bits and the reason behind Fortnite being pulled from the Apple App store and Google Play store. Next, Brittany Spears is seeking to be in control of her finances and Chuck Schumer advocates for small venue relief fund. Later, CBS All Access is confirmed to be getting a new name next year and DC Fandome gets ready for this weekends events. We wrap it all up with Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone reaching $1B ...
Aug 20, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 243
Welcome to another episode to the Media Boat Podcast. Today, you can rent out a theater at the Alamo Drafthouse and Disney sets a director for a new Tron film. Next, the NCAA Big Ten and Pac 12 conferences have cancelled football and the Avatar creators leave the live action series. Later, Google wins a lawsuit against Genius and Smash Mouth holds a concert in Sturgis. We wrap it all up with Halo Infinite being delayed to next year and Fall Guys is the newest hit you're not playing. We also have...
Aug 13, 2020•2 hr•Ep. 242
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Cinemark having a plan for the next year and Mulan going to Disney+ for a premium. Next, NCAA players could protest the upcoming season and Disney star making an international brand streaming service. Later, Dua Lipa will release a club remix album and Microsoft is looking to purchase the US Tik Tok user base. We wrap it all up with Pikmin 3 Deluxe announced coming to the Switch and Marvel's Avengers adds Spider-Man as a PlaySta...
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 241
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have a release schedule for Tenet and Universal makes nice with AMC. Next, Emmy nominations are out and Ellen DeGeneres gets investigated. Later, The Chainsmokers get blasted for a "secret" concert and Alan Menken completes the EGOT. We wrap it all up with Xbox Series X games press conference and a Nintendo Gigaleak. We also have thoughts on Folklore by Taylor Swift and cut off thoughts on Carrion. All this and more on this weeks epi...
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 240
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podacast. We start with Warner Bros creating an anonymous reporting mechanism for those breaking Covid-19 protocol and Tenet getting delayed indefinetly for a theatrical release. Next, Elizabeth Moss starts her own production company Love & Squalor Pictures and ViacomCBS ends its relationship with Nick Canon among other companies cancelling deals. Later, Megan Thee Stallion speaks out in regards to rapper Tory Lanez and Burger Records closes up sh...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 239
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with movie theaters continuously being closed and New Zealand movie industry being open for business. Next, Javicia Leslie gets cast as Batwoman and The Bad Batch gets announced for Disney+. Later, four teens have been charged with the murder of Pop Smoke and the battle for the "Lady A" name heats up in court. We wrap it all up with the good Ubisoft press conference and the bad Ubisoft house cleaning. We also have thoughts on Palm Sp...
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 238
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have Hamilton the musical possibly getting award nominations and Wal-Mart turning its parking lots into theaters. Next, Fallout is getting the TV treatment and The Wonder Years is getting a reboot. Later, Margo Price is providing a dinner and a show for those in Nashville and the updated Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee ceremony has been announced. We wrap it all up with Warner Interactive looking for a potential buyer and EVO CEO...
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 237
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with AMC delaying it's reopening and a film about Kurt Warner. Next, YouTube TV raises its prices yet again and DC Universe gets a deal for HBO MAX. Later, it's the Music Bits with MTV VMA's, BET Awards, and a Chase Rice concert. We wrap it all up with Animal Crossing's next season and The Last of Us Part II selling 4M copies. We also have thoughts on SCOOB!, Eurovision, Athlete A, Into The Unknown, Haim, Bad Moves, and a SPOILER FIL...
Jul 02, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 236
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with movie theaters flip-flopping on masks and Weta Digital getting into the animation game. Next, Baseball is back with the MLB implementing a schedule and NBC is back to work with on the lot productions. Later, Justin Bieber gets sexual assault allegations and your next concert could be a drive-in tailgate. We wrap it all up with EA Play announcements and a Pokémon moba-like game with all the bits. We also have thoughts on F is for...
Jun 25, 2020•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 235
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have a new date announced for the Oscars and The King of Staten Island did not get a theatrical release. Later, NBC prepares it's streaming service for next month and DC goes virtual for Comic-Con. Later, a tribute album to Adam Schlesinger has arrived and Tencent has indeed purchased 10% of Warner Music Group stock. Lastly, the PlayStation 5 gets its big reveal and other E3 bits of news this week. We also have thoughts on The King o...
Jun 18, 2020•2 hr 26 min•Ep. 234
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with movie theaters opening in California and the TV/Film industry can go back to work this weekend. Next, we have the potential end to the MLB season and the certain end for COPS the TV show. Later, there's new Grammy rules and an Avicii museum will open up next year in Stockholm, Sweden. We wrap it all up with the Sony reveal hype for tomorrow and Destiny 2 continues its support to its players and the next gen-consoles. We also hav...
Jun 11, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 233
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bad Robot making a $10M donation to a number of organizations and Netflix buys the historic Egyptian Theater. Next, we also have ViacomCBS making an impactful statement across all its entertainment brands and Nick Offerman provides three comedy specials with proceeds going to America's Food Fund. Later, Warner Music Group may be purchased by Tencent Holdings and how the music industry took on Blackout Tuesday. We wrap it all up ...
Jun 04, 2020•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 232
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today we have Netflix not showing any films at festivals this year and Frank Marshall provides an update on Indiana Jones 5. Next, Some Good News gets some good news and The Simpsons gets it's aspect ratio corrected. Later, Warner Music Group goes public and Lana Del Rey gets into a little controversy. We wrap it all up with Blizzard not having BlizzCon 2020 and Take Two is shaping up to have a big year, next year. We also have thoughts on ak...
May 28, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 231
Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Today, we have Tenet being set as the first major release and Edgar Wright starts his own production company, Complete Fiction. Next, Percy Jackson gets the TV treatment for Disney+ and Ruby Rose exits Batwoman. Later, there's Billboard chart drama between 6ix9ine and Justin Bieber and Lorde is hard at work on a new album with Jack Antonoff. We wrap it all up with the original soundtrack coming back for the Tony Hawk remaster and Epic Games S...
May 21, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 230
