AI Angst, ‘Final Fantasy Resonance,’ and ‘GTA III’ Turns 25

Oct 21

‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 3-4 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Boys are back and they’re jumping into the next two episodes of ‘VisionQuest’. They discuss the Vision we knew from ‘Avengers’ versus the Vision we see in this show, rate the kid-pluck level so far, and have a lively debate about the MCU character ethics. (0:00) Intro (7:19) ... Show More

1h 23m

Oct 15

Metroidvania Draft, Spooky-Season Games, and 'Street Fighter' | Button Mash

To live is to pod; to pod is to live! First, Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James react to the latest 'GTA VI' and 'Ocarina of Time' trailers and talk about Ben's hands-on session with the 'Ocarina' remake. Then, they share recommendations for a few recently released games that fit ... Show More

2h 21m

Oct 14

‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 1-2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

The Boys are back and they’re returning to the MCU! They give you all of their thoughts on the first two episodes of ‘VisionQuest,’ diving into the new ensemble cast of Marvel AIs, the return of Ultron, and some of the Marvel Easter eggs we’ve seen so far. (0:00) Intro (7:01) Spo ... Show More

1h 18m

May 2025

‘Thunderbolts*’ Deep Dive

It’s time to enter the void as Mal and Jo return to break down the latest entry in the MCU! They discuss each character getting their moment to shine, share their thoughts on the action sequences, and get into the effects this has on the larger universe. (00:00) Intro (03:50) Ope ... Show More

2h 7m

Jan 2024

'Echo' Deep Dive

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 Joa ... Show More

2h 5m

May 2007

89: Episode #89: In The Middle of The Night

It’s an all dude show this week, including Mikey B! Impromptu Listener Challenge. Order of the Phoenix trailer talk. Andrew and Mikey giggle with excitement. Raving reviews for Pickle Pack! A small Spiderman 3 review. We welcome several MuggleCast listeners to the show as they ca ... Show More

1h 19m

Jul 2024

'The Acolyte' Episode 8 Deep Dive

It's time to bleed the crystal, as Jo and Mal are here to dive deep into the season finale of 'The Acolyte.' They begin with their opening snapshot on this episode and their thoughts on the season in general (06:54). Then they get into the nitty gritty of revelations and surprise ... Show More

1h 51m

Jun 2024

'The Acolyte' Episodes 1 and 2 Deep Dive, Plus Creator Leslye Headland

The force is strong and has returned to the House of R! Jo and Mal are here to give you their opening snapshot into the first two episodes of the anticipated 'Star Wars' drama (10:31). Then they dive deep into the lore and characters that build up to this two-episode premiere (28 ... Show More

3h 7m

May 2024

'The Acolyte' Trailer Breakdown, Plus Baseball x Fandom Crossover Doubleheader

It's time to play ball as Mal and Joe step up to the plate with Ben Lindbergh to discuss the latest trailer for 'The Acolyte' (10:11). Then, they bring to you their hotly anticipated fandom and baseball mash-up called "Something Something Baseball" (37:04). From drafting teams, t ... Show More

2h 23m

Dec 2023

'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Teaser Trailer Breakdown

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 ... Show More

1h 2m

Jul 2024

'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Chris Ryan, Mallory Ruben, and Joanna Robinson are here to discuss blood feuds, burned-out castles, and secret meetings that are all throughout the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon'. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, N ... Show More

1h 4m

Sep 2024

'Agatha All Along' Episodes 1 and 2 Deep Dive

It's time to go down the witches' road! Mal and Jo conjure up a pod that dives deep into the season premiere of 'Agatha All Along'! The two give their overall impressions of the show and what they think about the follow-up to the hit 'WandaVision' (08:17). They then get into the ... Show More

2h 17m

Nov 2023

'Loki' Season 2 Finale Deep Dive

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 ... Show More

3h 13m

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