The Gods are among us as Joanna and Mal return to dive deep into the season finale of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians (08:10). They take an extended look at the season's final episode and break down all of the significant story elements of the show (15:41). Later, they talk about book spoilers to see what may happen next in a potential Season 2 (02:03:42). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn mo...
Feb 02, 2024•2 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joanna is joined by 'Percy Jackson' staff writer Daphne Olive in the lead-up to this week's season finale. They discuss the evolution of the show, fate, interpreting the Greek gods, and how mythology influences us all! Host: Joanna Robinson Guest: Daphne Olive Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast The House of R has now returned to talk about the last three episodes of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ (08:43). They begin their deep dive with the continued godly quest of Percy and his friends (14:40). Later, they dive into their book section of the pod to talk about possible future spoilers as well as comparisons to the books (96:15). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad...
Jan 26, 2024•2 hr 49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped things of 2024! They are also joined by Sean Fennessey and Ben Lindbergh to add to the fun and discuss what they are most looking forward to in 2024 (25:04). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh and Sean Fennessey Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 17, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's time to join Mal and Jo for the first Marvel endeavor of 2024 in the form of ‘Echo’ (10:13). They take on the entire season drop and get into what made the show work and not work for them (28:32). Later, they break down easter eggs and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 12, 2024•2 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal and Jo are here to dive into Episodes 3 and 4 of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians.' They begin with their initial thoughts on these two episodes and the general reviews the show has gotten (8:20). Then they dive into each episode, discussing the journey we’re on with each character, new characters that appear, and much more (20:09). Later on they talk about some Easter eggs and some book spoilers that could potentially show up in future episodes (2:12:53). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Rob...
Jan 09, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal and Jo are back to discuss “The Church on Ruby Road,” this year’s ‘Doctor Who’ Christmas special, and how it stacks up against the show’s holiday specials of years past (6:41). Then they dive deep into the episode that introduces the series’ newest companion, Ruby Sunday (18:03). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Kai Grady Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 25, 2023•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast We just need some more wine. Mal and Jo are here to dive into the first two episodes of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' (07:20). After their initial impressions, they delve into their thoughts on Percy and the many characters and lore that stem from this beloved book series (16:22). Later, they also dive into book spoilers to see what may come ahead (1:54:22). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Lea...
Dec 20, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast As the year comes to a close, Mal and Jo look at their top 10 moments of 2023, and talk about their favorite shows, movies, and pieces of IP! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 15, 2023•2 hr 52 min•Transcript available on Metacast It is time to introduce a new doctor and the ‘House of R’ is here to guide you through the third special of ‘Doctor Who,’ titled "The Giggle" (07:47). They take a look at the thrilling conclusion of the 14th doctor as he faces off against the toy maker, as well as the introduction of Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th doctor (23:42). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
Dec 11, 2023•2 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast A grey heron told once me that Mal and Jo are here to talk all things Miyazaki! They start by discussing Hayao Miyazaki’s newest film, ‘The Boy and the Heron.’ They talk about the themes, the world, and why this was such a personal film for Miyazaki (9:42). Later, they put together a list of their top five Miyazaki films and discuss how each one has impacted them and why they love them so much (50:30). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Produ...
Dec 08, 2023•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal and Jo return to Westeros to highlight the seven most exciting things in the first trailer for 'House of the Dragon' Season 2. They start by parsing a thematic declaration, a glimpse of the North, and some intriguing leers and battle snapshots. Then, in the final third of the pod, they dive into book-spoiler territory to discuss some tantalizing previews of key events. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social:...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jo and Mal are back to venture into the "Wild Blue Yonder" for the second 60th ‘Doctor Who’ anniversary special (06:48). Then they dive deep into the episode that brings back one of the most emotional and impactful episodes of the series yet (19:11). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 04, 2023•2 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal and Jo are joined by a bunch of Ringer regulars to bring you this year's House of Recommends and give you some great content to consume during the holiday season that you may have missed this year and beyond. Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Guests: Amanda Dobbins, Rob Mahoney, Ben Lindbergh, Dave Gonzales, Zach Kram Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 02, 2023•2 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast The time lord is upon us and so are Jo and Mal to dive into the first of three ‘Doctor Who’ 60th anniversary specials (05:00). They dive into the episode as the face of the tenth doctor returns, but the beginning of the fourteenth doctor is upon us. Come join the pod for reunions, redemptions, and even adorable Meep (15:13). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Nov 27, 2023•2 hr 48 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Time Lord has come in the form of Jodie Whittaker, so Joanna and Mal are here to dive deep into the era of the thirteenth Doctor. They cover Seasons 11 through 13 of the beloved BBC series in Part 6 of their 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (9:54). Then, they have some superlatives for all the Doctors they’ve covered as they look forward to David Tennant’s return (1:19:05). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: ...
Nov 22, 2023•2 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast When I'm around you, I kind of feel like I'm on drugs. Mal and Jo are back to talk about ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.’ They discuss Scott, Ramona, and all the returning characters in this new show, as well as their love for the 2010 movie, ‘Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World’ (7:09). Later, Joanna interviews the writer of the show, BenDavid Grabinski (1:12:27). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: BenDavid Grabinski Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Soc...
Nov 22, 2023•2 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast This pod will go higher, further, and faster and dive deep into 'The Marvels.' Mal and Jo are here to give you their thoughts on the latest MCU team-up film (06:43). Later, they dive in character by character and talk about Captain Marvel (30:48), Ms. Marvel (46:52), and Monica Rambeau (1:40:54) as they examine each character's journey throughout this latest movie. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran ...
Nov 14, 2023•3 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's all glory with this podcast as Joanna and Mal are here to dive deep into the thrilling conclusion of Loki Season 2! They take a look at their opening snapshot and give their overall impressions of the finale (08:43). Then they dive into their scene-by-scene breakdown of this hour-long conclusion and all of the character beats that they loved (17:53). Host: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more ...
Nov 12, 2023•3 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joanna is joined by Dave Gonzales to tackle the penultimate episode of 'Loki' Season 2! They break down their initial thoughts on what happens to Loki when he time slips through dying timelines in an attempt to rescue his friends (07:33). Then they dive deep into the episode itself and examine all of the emotional beats that bring Mobius, OB, and Sylvie together (14:00). Later, they give their thoughts on wig watch and all the theories leading up to the finale. Host: Joanna Robinson Guest: Dave ...
Nov 07, 2023•2 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast We do love your mother, but she’s more like a … a pet to us. 'Invincible' is back and so are Jo and Mal, who are suiting up to soar into Amazon Prime's bloody adaptation. First, they discuss Invincible's comic book origins and role in the superhero critique era (11:00). Then, they revisit some of Season 1's most memorable highlights (43:00). Finally, they dip into the anticipated Season 2 premiere (1:30:00)! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production...
Nov 03, 2023•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's time for another deep dive into ‘Loki’ Season 2! Mal and Jo are back to discuss Episode 4, “Heart of the TVA” (7:57). They talk about the debate between Loki and Sylvie, Victor Timely’s fate, and one of the most gruesome scenes in the history of the MCU (13:10). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 31, 2023•3 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Time Lord has come in the form of Peter Capaldi, so Joanna and Mal are here to dive deep into the era of the twelfth Doctor. They cover Seasons 8 through 10 of the beloved BBC series in Part 5 of their 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (8:43). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's time for another deep dive into ‘Loki’ Season 2! Mal and Jo are back to discuss Episode 3, “1893” (13:08). They talk about some questionable decisions being made by Loki and Mobius, discuss the horny motivations of Miss Minutes, and even sprinkle in a little Midwest geography talk (33:47). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Oct 24, 2023•3 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mal is joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss ‘The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’ Season 1. They start by talking about the state of the ‘Walking Dead’ franchise, their history with it, and whether this show could be a good reentry point for people (8:17). Then, they dip into the season by talking about Daryl and the new supporting characters, the show’s new French setting, and the similarities to ‘The Last of Us’ (34:30). They also look forward to what’s next for the franchise. Host: Mallory Rubin Gues...
Oct 20, 2023•2 hr 47 min•Transcript available on Metacast This pod has got some nerve! Mal is joined by special guest host Rob Mahoney to dive deep into the second episode of 'Loki' (08:54). They discuss the stunning performances and dangerous developments at the TVA, as well as predict which characters may be more than meets the eye. Host: Mallory Rubin Guest: Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 18, 2023•3 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast To celebrate the release of our cohost Joanna Robinson's new book, 'MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios,' we assembled our own team of Ringer Avengers to relive their favorite moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Whether or not your top moment made the list, you'll find something in 'MCU' that helps you better understand how these stories came to dominate pop culture for more than a decade. Host: Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi ...
Oct 13, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast There is no flaw in this logic: It's time for a deep dive! Mal and Jo are back at the TVA to bring you their deep dive into the Season 2 premiere of 'Loki' (10:37). They take a look at the rocking premiere and what Loki and the TVA need to face in this new adventure (23:11). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 09, 2023•3 hr 34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today, victory is theirs! Join Mal and Jo as they dive deep into the eighth episode of 'Ahsoka' to chase the Eye of Sion and parse the finale's action, character beats, and trade-offs. Later, Ben joins to delve into the Mortis gods lore and what it might mean for the future of 'Star Wars.' Be sure to check out the first-ever 'Ringer-Verse' live show happening in L.A. on October 30! You can get your tickets here. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Senior Producer: Steve...
Oct 06, 2023•3 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast This pod is burdened with glorious purpose! It is time for Mal and Jo to usher you into House of R's first Hall of Fame episodes and its first inductee Loki of the MCU. They break down the character and history of Loki not only in film but in all of mythology (05:31) and how it informs his place in pop culture. Later, they each give out their own superlatives such as Best Speech, best Line Delivery and so much more (53:11). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman A...
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