When you’re lost in the darkness, look for this pod. Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin answer 10 questions about what you need to know before watching HBO’s adaptation of Naughty Dog’s ‘The Last of Us’ (02:02). In their mostly spoiler-free conversation, they discuss what makes this video game so special and significant that it's being adapted, if you need to pla ... Show More
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Ringer-Verse Recommends: March 2026 (Featuring ‘Paradise')
Spring has arrived, and with it, a bounty of nerd-culture content! First, Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan explain the compulsive appeal of 'Paradise,' first in a general, high-level, non-spoilery sense, and then in a (clearly indicated) spoiler section on the series' just-concluded ... Show More
1h 27m
Mar 20
‘Project Hail Mary’ Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys
The Boys are back and excited to talk about all things ‘Project Hail Mary’! Come for the film review, but stay for the great food debate of 2026! (0:00) Intro (9:11) Spoilers Ahead (11:34) ‘Project Hail Mary’ Instant Reactions Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and ... Show More
1h 33m
Jan 2023
‘The Last of Us’ Series Premiere Recap
Charles and Van share their instant reactions to the premiere of HBO’s new series ‘The Last of Us.’ They discuss the unforgettable opening sequence, Joel and Ellie’s character traits, what makes the show a difficult watch, and the major impact this show could have on the future o ... Show More
45m 30s
Mar 2023
Do We Miss Development Hell? Plus, The Last of Us
In today’s episode, we discuss storytelling in both the show and video game adaptation of The Last of Us.
Also, we talk about Warner Bros suing South Park and how it speaks to the frustrations creatives are experiencing in the industry.
In today’s episode, No Film School’s Char ... Show More
52m 59s
Jan 2023
‘The Last of Us,’ ‘Poker Face,’ and How to Hype a TV Show. Plus, Noah Baumbach’s ‘White Noise.’
Chris and Andy talk about two upcoming TV series, ‘The Last of Us’ on HBO and ‘Poker Face’ on Peacock, and how streaming services get audiences hyped to see new shows (1:00). Then, they talk about the new Noah Baumbach movie, ‘White Noise,’ an adaptation of the Don DeLillo novel ... Show More
1h 3m
Apr 2023
Super Mario Bros. & The Curse Of Video Game Adaptations
<p>The Video Game Adaptation Curse is a real thing, because Hollywood is stupid. Apparently, it's impossible for Hollywood creatives to take a great video game's story and just make a live action version of it. No, they have to ruin it by putting all their dumb ideas into ... Show More
52m 14s
Apr 2021
The Last Of Us Part II with Neil Druckmann and Halley Gross
Script Apart is a podcast about the first drafts of great movies. Or at least, it usually is. Today, in the final episode of our 2021 awards season mini-series, we’re delving deep into this year’s BAFTA Game Awards’ Game of The Year – The Last of Us Part II, with director Neil Dr ... Show More
43m 59s