This week, Swanson and Stairmaster discuss Ryan Murphy developing a show on Jeffrey Dahmer and Netflix's cancellation of GLOW and whether the streaming service actually cares about the shows it produces. Then, the boys play a game of Guess Who's Coming with a special drop-in from an old friend. Later, the gang sit down to watch British import, Gangs of London and get ready for some very violent revenge. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Oct 13, 2020•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 110
This week, Swanson and Stairmaster welcome Geo back to the show to discuss a college-based spin-off of The Boys and Cops filming new episodes to be aired overseas. Then, the gang watch the trailer for Borat 2 and are a bit taken aback by how okay it seems. Later, the boys sit down and watch the latest season of FX's Fargo while discussing Chris Rock's dramatic acting turn and the history of the credit card. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 109
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster continue through Bleach as Rukia flashes back to the worst night of her life, the captains of Soul Society prepare for execution and Kenpachi shows he is still a badass. Also, there's some stuff on Earth, but let's not dwell on that. Oh, hey is that Ichigo training! ★ Support this podcast ★
Oct 01, 2020•59 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the 2020 Emmy winners and the potential sale of Quibi to the highest bidder. Then, the boys watch the trailer for Hulu's Helstrom before realizing that this is somehow a Marvel property. Later, the gang sit down to watch the unnecessary origin story of Netflix's Ratched and try to craft their own "brilliant" scheme. ★ Support this podcast ★
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 108
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster continue through Bleach as Momo recalls a time where Aizen stared at her, Hitsugaya does some mediocre detective work into the mysteries of Soul Society and Gin continues to prove he is the ultimate troll. Also, Ichigo is here and something, something, TIME TRAVEL!?! ★ Support this podcast ★
Sep 24, 2020•56 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Stumptown's cancellation at ABC and Quibi's win at the Creative Arts Emmys. Then, the boys discuss the trailer for season 2 of The Mandalorian and how much Baby Yoda is too much? Later, the gang sit down to discuss Hulu's new comedy, Woke, and how it handles the balance between wacky comedy and real life issues. ★ Support this podcast ★
Sep 22, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 107
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the original Aunt Viv reuniting with the cast of Fresh Prince and the final season of the Walking Dead being announced for 2022, along with a ton of spin-offs. Then, the boys watch the trailer for Netflix's Ratched and wonder if everything really needs an origin story. Later, the gang return to the 2019 Show of the Year, The Boys and see what has changed in this new season. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 106
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster get a good look at the most disgusting captain, Mayuri Kurotsuchi, as he and Uryu do battle. Elsewhere, Ichigo trains to unleash Bankai and the rest of the main cast accept their fates as background players. We also take an in-depth look into the Pringles mascot. ★ Support this podcast ★
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 2 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss Netflix unveiling a new free version of some original content and HBOMax planning a Fresh Prince reunion special. Then, the boys play a game of Guess Who's Coming that involves a show only about geography and the origin of one of cinema's most well-known nurses. Later, the gang sit down to discuss HBO's Lovecraft Country and discover that the true monster is racism. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 105
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster arrive at the "Rescue" portion of the Soul Society arc and discuss the nature of birds in Soul Society. Meanwhile, Ichigo battles Byakuya, Yourichi reveals a secret and we meet the bisexual captain of the Soul Reapers. ★ Support this podcast ★
Sep 03, 2020•59 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster welcome El to the podcast as they discuss a gritty live-action reboot of Powerpuff Girls and Tim Allen and Richard Karn teaming up for a Home Improvement-styled competition show. Then, we watch the trailer for the Snydercut of Justice League and explore the many uses of the song "Hallelujah." Later, the gang sit down to discuss the 1979 anime classic, Mobile Suit Gundam and take a look at the influence it had on the genre. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 104
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch as Chad battles a captain and Ichigo learns more about himself and his Zanpaukto. Also, everyone reacts to Aizen's brutal murder and Chad and Ichigo's friendship is explained! ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 27, 2020•51 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the cancellations of Drunk History and Tosh.0 and the controversy surrounding Netflix's advertising for the French film, Cuties. Then, the boys pay a visit to Swanhouse, Swanson's home of TV collectibles. Later, the gang sit down and discuss Netflix's dark comedy Teenage Bounty Hunters and wonder when sexualization goes too far. ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 103
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster return to the Soul Society as we get more details on a conspiracy and an insidious murder. Elsewhere, Ichigo recovers from his battle with Renji and immediately gets himself into another one. Also, Chad does some stuff! ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 20, 2020•56 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss a new Spongebob spin-off based on Patrick and the dramatic reboot of Fresh Prince. Then, the boys watch the trailer for Peacock's Saved by the Bell reboot and marvel at the anti-comedy on display. Later, the gang watch Quibi's remake of The Fugitive and try to find the positives in the 8-minute "quick bite" format. ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 102
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster watch Ichigo and Renji clash in an awesome battle before getting some backstory between Rukia and Renji. Later, the gang checks in with some friends over on Earth for a filler episode that involves a flaming cat and inept Hollows. ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the 2020 Emmy nominations and the revival of Ren & Stimpy for maximum 90s nostalgia. Then, the gang play a game of Guess Who's Coming that involves five guys who go to Five Guys and a potential polyamorous relationship. Later, the boys sit down to watch Netflix's latest Australian import, Stateless and consider starting their own dance cult. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 101
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster continue through the Soul Society as Ichigo reunites with Ganju and recruits a new ally. Elsewhere, we get to meet more of the captains and Uryu annihilates a misogynist to prove his love for Orihime (we believe.) ★ Support this podcast ★
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 3 min
This week, it is the 100th episode and Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster are being put through a gauntlet of 4 TV shows! They must band together to make it through Starz's drug-addled detective show, Hightown, Peacock's adaptation of Brave New World, BBC import and CCTV-related mystery, The Capture and Netflix's attempt at their own Marvel show, Warrior Nun. Will the boys be able to survive this onslaught? ★ Support this podcast ★...
Aug 04, 2020•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 100
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster finally enter the Soul Society as our heroes get split up. Ichigo battles a Soul Reaper, Ganju runs away and Chad hides in a tree, all this and more Aizen! ★ Support this podcast ★
Jul 30, 2020•52 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss more celebrities making their way to Quibi and Fox Sports' decision to add virtual fans to MLB broadcasts. Then, the gang watch the trailer for Amazon's new Simon Pegg and Nick Frost joint, Truth Seekers and discuss how teaser and trailer have become almost synonymous. Later, the boys sit down to watch Netflix's new take on Arthurian legend, Cursed and get up to all sorts of magical shenanigans. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 99
This week. Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster prepare to enter the Soul Society as Ichigo meets a new rival and learns to channel his spiritual energy. Elsewhere, we meet Aizen and discover that something is amiss among the Soul Reapers. ★ Support this podcast ★
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 2 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the launch of Peacock and the plans to bring Law & Order: Hate Crimes to the platform. Then, the gang watch the trailer for the animated Star Trek spin-off Lower Decks and wonder if you can parody the franchise while being part of it. Later, the boys sit down to discuss the new show from the creator of Regular Show, Close Enough, and see how it stacks up compared to his previous work. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 98
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster welcome Hestia to the podcast to discuss the show's only real training arc, other Shonen anime from the era and a rivalry between Funko factories. ★ Support this podcast ★
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 19 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster welcome Geo back to the podcast as they discuss TBS' new reality show based on The Sims and The Bachelor's geriatric spin-off. Then, the gang watches the new trailer for The Boys Season 2 and get excited for more Homelander being terrible. Later, the boys sit down to watch Netflix's revival of Unsolved Mysteries and discuss if the changes made to the show are for the better. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Jul 14, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 97
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster return to watch Bleach and discuss what type of Hollow they'd be, the greatest anime flex of all time and how to solve all you mysteries via a box. ★ Support this podcast ★
Jul 09, 2020•52 min
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss The Wire's Bunk making a pitch to play Cleveland on Family Guy and the development of a Fallout TV series. Then, the gang play a game of Guess Who's Coming that involves 9/11 truthers and a person with a small mouth. Later, we sit down to watch HBO's Perry Mason reboot and wonder why exactly they changed everything about him? ★ Support this podcast ★
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 96
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster welcome Connie back to the pod! Together, they discuss Quibi's plans to bounce back and the voice of Family Guy's Cleveland stepping down. Then, the gang watch the trailer for Peacock's Intelligence and feel a little bad about how hard David Schwimmer is trying in it. Later, we all sit down to watch Eric Andre's first standup special, Legalize Everything, and try to find the joke amidst the screams. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 95
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss the dissolution of HBO Go in the wake of HBO Max's launch and Showtime holding it's James Comey miniseries until after the elections. Then, the gang watch the trailer for Netflix's Warrior Nuns and wonder if "Buffy but more Catholic" works as a concept. Later, the boys sits down to watch the new, Ryan Reynolds produced, game show Don't and wonder if Adam Scott's eye are too piercing. ★ Support this podcast ★...
Jun 23, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 94
This week, Swanson, Kiorein and Stairmaster discuss HBO Max's new Looney Tunes cartoons getting rid of guns and the cancellations of Cops and Live PD. Then, the gang watch the trailer for Bill and Ted Face the Music and wonder how they managed to make Keanu Reeves look old. Later, the boys sit down to watch Netflix's Space Force and all the space chimps involved with it. ★ Support this podcast ★
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 93