TV Podcast Industries

TV Podcast Industries

By: Chris Jones, Derek O'Neill and John Harrison. TV Podcast Industries

Language: en-IE

Categories: Tv, Film, Leisure, Animation, Manga

TV Podcast Industries is a podcast that provides discussions and reviews of various TV shows, including recent popular series like Alien Earth, The Sandman, The Last of Us, The Boys, and Daredevil Born Again. They also cover shows such as Ironheart, Star Trek: Picard, The Rings of Power, and many more, spanning both Marvel and DC universes, as well as other genres.

Episodes

TVPI 2025 and 2026 Podcast
Jan 09, 2026

We kick off the New Year with our fifth annual Wrap Up and preview podcast. Here we chat about everything we covered and the things we wish we could have discussed in 2025 and also preview everything we're looking forward to so far in 2026.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN 2025

Star Wars Skeleton Crew (Jan 2025)Invincible Season 3 (Feb-Mar)Captain America Brave New World (March 2025)Daredevil Born Again Season 1 (March 2025)The Last of Us Season 2IronheartGen V Season 2The Sandman Season 2Marvel ZombiesThe Witcher Season 4Eyes of WakandaAlien EarthThunderboltsFantastic 4 First Steps

WHAT WE PLAN TO DISCUSS IN 2026

Wonder...

Duration: 02:01:09
Happy Holidays 2025
Dec 23, 2025

As 2025 comes to an end we'd love to say a huge thank you to all of you who have joined us across the year for all of the shows and movies we've covered. We'll be back again in 2026 with loads more great TV.

Happy Holidays Everyone

Derek and John

TV Podcast Industries

Duration: 00:04:41
The Rats A Witcher Tale Podcast
Dec 07, 2025

Derek and John are back to discuss the Rats A Witcher Tale. A special feature length episode featuring Ciri's companions from the Witcher Season 4. We chat all about it in full spoiler filled detail.

Spoilers for The Rats A Witcher Tale.

Based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski and the game series "The Witcher" from CD Projekt Red

Showrunner and Lead Writer: Lauren Schmidt-Hissrich

Written by Lauren Schmidt-Hissrich and Haily Hall

Directed by Mairzee Almas

Synopsis: Following the events of the Season 4 finale, Leo Bonhart recounts to...

Duration: 00:57:58
The Witcher Season 4 Part 2 Episodes 5-8
Nov 29, 2025

Derek and John are back to discuss the Witcher Season 4 for the second half of the season in full spoiler filled detail.

Spoilers for The Witcher Season 4 Episodes 5 - 8.

Based on the books "Baptism of Fire" and "The Tower of the Swallow" by Andrzej Sapkowski and the game series "The Witcher" from CD Projekt Red

Showrunner and Lead Writer: Lauren Schmidt-Hissrich

Episode 5 - The Joy of Cooking

Written by Matthew D'Ambrosio

Directed by Alex Garcia-Lopez

IMDb Synopsis: Catching their breath before attempting a river crossing...

Duration: 01:36:22
Witcher Season 4 Episodes 1-4
Nov 22, 2025

It's been a very long time and there have been some changes but John and Derek are back in the Continent for our Witcher Season 4 Podcast as we discuss the first four episodes in full spoiler filled detail.

Spoilers for The Witcher Season 4 Episodes 1 - 4.

Based on the books "Baptism of Fire" and "The Tower of the Swallow" by Andrzej Sapkowski and the game series "The Witcher" from CD Projekt Red

Showrunner and Lead Writer: Lauren Schmidt-Hissrich

Episode 1 - What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger

Written by Lauren...

Duration: 01:44:32
The Sandman 212 Review
Nov 14, 2025

The Sandman universe on Netflix ends with Death The High Cost of Living a special episode of the series. Our The Sandman 212 Review is spoiler filled from the start so make sure you've watched the episode before you listen along with us.

The Sandman 212 "Death The High Cost of Living" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Journalist Sexton Furnival writes a suicide note to his ex-girlfriend, Sylvie, convinced that the world is heading to an inevitable end. 

He falls while on t...

Duration: 01:03:56
The Sandman 211 Review
Nov 09, 2025

This is how it ends. John and Derek discuss The Sandman Season 2 Episode 11 "A Tale of Graceful Ends" in spoiler filled detail. A beautiful end for the series, unthinkable that it would ever have been made and what the team have achieved is incredible.

The Sandman 211 "A Tale of Graceful Ends" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Allan Heinberg

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Unsure of his purpose Daniel, the new Dream of the Endless, brings back Abel and Merv after their death at the hands of the Kindly Ones. He attempts...

Duration: 01:03:12
Gen V Season 2 Pub Quiz Wrap
Nov 07, 2025

We're back for one final time with Gen V Season 2 Wrap Up. We chat all about the second season, discuss your feedback and announce the winner of our Gen V Student Bar Quiz goodies.

The Boys Gen V Season 2 Wrap Up

Developed by Craig Rosenberg, Michele Fazekas And Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke 

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Executive Producers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. 

Gen V Season 2 Pub Quiz Wrap Up And Results

Episode 1 "New Year, New U" Question: According to Dean Ci...

Duration: 00:27:31
The Sandman 210 Review
Nov 05, 2025

Derek and John are finally back to chat about The Sandman Season 2 Episode 10 "Long Live The King" in spoiler filled detail. It is a huge episode in The Sandman mythos we are sorry it's been so long coming.

The Sandman 210 "Long Live The King" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Marina Marlens

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: As they continue their path of destruction through The Dreaming, The Furies and their avatar Lyta Hall kills Abel and Merv Pumpkinhead and try to kill Dreams’ raven Matthew, but he escapes to Lucienne, Cain, Co...

Duration: 00:49:17
Marvel Zombies Episode 4 Review
Nov 04, 2025

This is the end of the series as Derek and John discuss Marvel Zombies Episode 4 in spoiler filled detail. But is it a positive end or a bit of a downer? We also have a chat about Zombies in Marvel Rivals and the Marvel Zombies Musical.

Marvel Zombies Episode 4 Details

Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews

Teleplay by : Zeb Wells

Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells

Directed by - Bryan Andrews

Spoiler Filled Synopsis: The Nova Corps shoots...

Duration: 00:41:09
Marvel Zombies Episode 3 Review
Nov 03, 2025

With fireworks still echoing for Halloween, Derek and John are chatting about Marvel Zombies Episode 3. A flashback wraps up the events of What if Zombies and the team reach Asgard to find a ship, but things don't go as planned. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think.

Marvel Zombies Episode 3 Details

Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews

Teleplay by : Zeb Wells

Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells

Direct...

Duration: 00:37:53
Marvel Zombies Episode 2 Review
Nov 01, 2025

Spooky season is still upon us and Derek and John are chatting about Marvel Zombies Episode 2. Finally Shang-Chi has returned to Marvel Animation along with loads of other long missed characters. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think.

Marvel Zombies Episode 1 Details

Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews

Teleplay by : Zeb Wells

Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells

Directed by - Bryan Andrews

Spoiler Filled Synops...

Duration: 00:39:19
Marvel Zombies Episode 1 Review
Oct 31, 2025

Happy Halloween everyone. It is our favourite time of the year and Derek and John are back with Marvel Animation for Marvel Zombies Episode 1. Following on from the events of the What If Zombies episode comes a battle to save the planet featuring Marvel characters from all across the MCU. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think.

Marvel Zombies Episode 1 Details

Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews

Teleplay by : Zeb Wells

St...

Duration: 00:46:22
Gen V Season 2 Episode 8
Oct 25, 2025

All the Boys are back as Chris, Derek and John get together for the finale this week with Gen V Season 2 Episode 8 "Trojan". Mixed in with the set up for season 5 of The Boys and an epic battle to end the season we get a heartfelt farewell to Chance Perdomo.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 8 "Trojan" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Justine Ferrara

Episode Directed by: Steve Boyum

Synopsis:

Duration: 01:35:02
Gen V Season 2 Episode 7
Oct 17, 2025

John is back from his trip and joins Derek for the penultimate episode as we chat all about The Boys Gen V Season 2 Episode 7 "Hell Week". There are huge reveals and very interesting consequences to chat about so make sure you've watched the episode before joining us.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 7 "Hell Week" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written and Directed by: Thomas Schnauz

Synopsis:

Annabeth wakes up looking for her s...

Duration: 00:57:19
The Sandman 209 Review
Oct 14, 2025

After a longer than expected break to tend to our own brief lives, Derek and John are back to chat about The Sandman Season 2 Episode 9 "The Kindly Ones" in spoiler filled detail.

The Sandman 209 "The Kindly Ones" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Greg Goetz

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Morpheus entrusts the Corinthian to Johanna Constantine, placing in her care a deadly pendant capable of unmaking him at any time—a necessary safeguard against the nightmare’s more violent instincts. Elsewhere, suspicion brews in Daniel’s Babysitter Mrs. Shore. She refuses to bel...

Duration: 01:07:08
Gen V Season 2 Episode 6
Oct 11, 2025

It is time for Gen V Season 2 Episode 6 "Cooking Lessons" and time for some brilliant guest stars as Chris and Derek chat all about the latest episode and the possibilities for the rest of the season.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 6 "Cooking Lessons" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Chelsea Grate

Episode directed by: Catriona McKenzie

Synopsis:

After being resurrected by her sister, a newly-empowered Annabeth leads the team i...

Duration: 01:19:37
Gen V Season 2 Episode 5
Oct 04, 2025

Derek is joined by Chris once again to discuss Gen V Season 2 Episode 5 "The Kids Are Not Alright" as a prison break goes very badly we choose our favourite Freshman, Sophomore and Senior moments of the episode in our spoiler-filled podcast.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 5 "The Kids Are Not Alright" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Lauren Greer

Episode directed by: Karen Gaviola

Synopsis:

One month ago, Dean Ci...

Duration: 01:16:19
Alien Earth Episode 8 Finale
Sep 27, 2025

John and Derek are back to discuss the finale of Alien Earth Episode 8 "The Real Monsters". While there were no surprises on who the real monsters are the series ends with lots of exciting moments and a set up that will hopefully lead to a second season. As always we podcast in spoiler filled detail so make sure you've watched the episode before jumping in.

Alien Earth Episode 8 "The Real Monsters" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley and...

Duration: 01:35:43
Gen V Season 2 Episode 4
Sep 26, 2025

John returns to chat with Derek all about Gen V Season 2 Episode 4 "Bags" as Jordan and Marie face off against one another. We discuss it all and our favourite Freshman , Sophomore and Senior moments of the episode in our spoiler-filled podcast.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 4 "Bags" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Brant Englestein and Chris Dingess

Episode directed by: Alrick Riley

Synopsis:

After Jordan is vilified by the...

Duration: 01:08:57
Gen V 203 Review
Sep 22, 2025

Derek and Chris close out their chats on the opening drop with Gen V Season 2 Episode 3 "H Is For Human". We discuss episode in full spoiler filled detail so make sure you've watched the episode before listening along with us.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 3 "H Is For Human" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Cameron Squires

Episode directed by: Karen Gaviola

Synopsis:

Hoping to learn more about project Od...

Duration: 00:55:53
Gen V 202 Review
Sep 20, 2025

Our own prodigal podcaster returns, Chris joins Derek to discuss everything about Gen V Season 2 Episode 2 "Justice Never Forgets" don't shh. We chat all about the episode in full spoiler filled detail so make sure you've watched the episode before listening along with us.

Gen V Season 2 Episode 2 "Justice Never Forgets" Details

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written by: Ellie Monahan

Episode directed by: Steve Boyum

Synopsis:

After Starlight’s re...

Duration: 00:57:23
Alien Earth Episode 7 Podcast
Sep 19, 2025

Derek and John are back to chat all about the penultimate episode of Alien Earth Episode 7 "Emergence". Everything goes pretty badly at Neverland as Wendy plans to take her leave. We discuss it all in spoiler filled detail on our latest podcast.

Alien Earth Episode 7 "Emergence" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley and Maria Melnik 

Episode Directed by Dana Gonzales

Spoiler filled synopsis: Things take a dark turn as Smee stumbles upon Slightly hiding A...

Duration: 01:19:38
Gen V 201 Review
Sep 17, 2025

Welcome back to a new semester at Godolkin University as John and Derek chat all about Gen V Season 2 Episode 1 "New Year, New U". The impacts of the end of The Boys Season 4 spread across America and onto the campus of God U. We chat all about it in spoiler filled detail on this podcast.

GEN V Episode 8 Guardians of Godolkin Details

Showrunners: Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters

Developed by: Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg & Eric Kripke

Based on the comic series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson

Episode written...

Duration: 00:54:26
The Sandman 208 Review
Sep 16, 2025

John and Derek discuss The Sandman 208 "Fuel for The Fire" this darkly named episode brings back some of our favourite characters from the series. We chat all about it in spoiler filled detail in our latest podcast.

The Sandman 208 "Fuel For The Fire" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Jay Franklin

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Back in the Faerie realm Queen Titania takes particular notice of the necklace Morpheus gave Nuala, who remains determined to support Morpheus through these testing times.

Meanwhile Despair visits Morpheus showing him that Lyta...

Duration: 00:50:25
Alien Earth Episode 6 Podcast
Sep 14, 2025

A little later this week but we're back with Alien Earth Episode 6 "The Fly". A new creature feeds and a much more familiar creature finally gets it's victim in this excellent episode. We discuss it all in spoiler filled detail on our latest podcast.

Alien Earth Episode 6 "The Fly" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley and Lisa Long

Episode Directed by Ugla Hauksdóttir

Spoiler filled synopsis: As the Xenomorph grows, Wendy continues to co...

Duration: 01:38:57
The Sandman 207 Review
Sep 09, 2025

It's time to meet the parents in The Sandman 207 "Time and Night" as Morpheus tries to escape his fate after spilling family blood. We chat all about it in spoiler filled detail in our latest podcast.

The Sandman 207 "Time and Night" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Vanessa Benton

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Morpheus visits Destiny and then The Kindly Ones, but they cannot help him escape his fate, and so Morpheus visits Loki and Puck, now a couple, and calls in his favour for saving Loki. Later after the Dream...

Duration: 00:42:37
The Sandman 206 Review
Sep 07, 2025

We conclude our discussion about the second arc of Season 2 as we discuss The Sandman 206 "Family Blood". A very emotional closer to the arc as Morpheus must grant his son a boon for helping him out.

The Sandman 206 "Family Blood" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Jim Campolongo

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: In a flashback to 1794, Dream approaches Lady Johanna Constantine with a task to retrieve Orpheus' living head from France and bring it back to a temple in Greece where it would be safeguarded by priests. Hunted down by Maximilien...

Duration: 00:44:12
Alien Earth Episode 5 Podcast
Sep 05, 2025

Derek and John are back watching Alien Earth Episode 5 "In Space, No One...". Noah Hawley delivers his version of an Alien movie in an excellent Noah Hawley way. We discuss it all in spoiler filled detail on our latest podcast.

Alien Earth Episode 5 "In Space, No One..." Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written and Directed by Showrunner Noah Hawley

Spoiler filled synopsis: In space, the USCSS Maginot is seventeen days from Earth. 

Junior security officer Clem wakes Morrow f...

Duration: 01:36:46
Alien Earth Episode 4 Podcast
Aug 29, 2025

John and Derek have a very uncomfortable time watching Alien Earth Episode 4 "Observation". From Doll's heads to phantom pregnancies and voyeuristic synthetics we're all a bit nervy. We discuss it all in spoiler filled detail.

Alien Earth Episode 4 "Observation" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley and Bobak Esfarjani

Episode Directed by Ugla Hauksdóttir

Spoiler filled synopsis: Wendy wakes up with her hearing disabled, after she collapsed in the laboratory from the intense sound f...

Duration: 01:38:16
Alien Earth Episode 3 Podcast
Aug 23, 2025

John and Derek take a deep dive into Alien Earth Episode 3 "Metamorphosis" another excellent episode, really tense and brilliantly performed. We discuss it all in spoiler filled detail.

Alien Earth Episode 3 "Metamorphosis" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley and Robert De Laurentis

Episode Directed by Dana Gonzales

Spoiler filled synopsis: At the crash site in New Siam, Nibs begins to question her purpose, asking Curly why the hybrids are all named after Peter Pan...

Duration: 01:25:04
The Sandman 205 Review
Aug 19, 2025

We continue our chat about the second arc of Season 2 as we discuss The Sandman 205 "The Song Of Orpheus". At the center of this tale we learn all about Orpheus, son of Morpheus, and his epic love poem.

The Sandman 205 "The Song of Orpheus" Spoilers

Episode teleplay by Shadi Petosky

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Remorseful about Wanda's death, Dream attends her funeral where Death persuades him to make amends with Delirium. Dream enters Delirium's realm and eventually reconnects with her. Resuming their quest to locate Destruction, they seek advice...

Duration: 01:02:56
Alien Earth Episode 2 Review
Aug 16, 2025

We continue our discussions with Alien Earth Episode 2 "Mr. October" an action packed episode featuring some brand new terrifying creatures. We chat all about it in spoiler filled details.

Alien Earth Episode 2 "Mr. October" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode Written by Showrunner Noah Hawley

Episode Directed by Dana Gonzales

Spoiler filled synopsis: The head of Prodigy corporation, Boy Kavalier, tells his colleague, Dame Sylvia, that he formed the Hybrid project to compete with artificial intelligence, and has granted...

Duration: 01:08:00
Alien Earth Episode 1 Review
Aug 15, 2025

Welcome fellow Lost Boys to our podcast all about Alien Earth Episode 1 "Neverland". In this episode John and Derek chat all about the intricate premiere of Noah Hawley's new show set two years before Ridley Scott's 1977 cinematic masterpiece Alien.

The podcast is spoiler filled so make sure you've watched the episode before you join us for our chat.

Alien Earth Episode 1 "Neverland" Details

Based on Characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett and H.R. Geiger.

Episode written and directed by Showrunner Noah Hawley

Spoiler filled synopsis: In 2120...

Duration: 01:10:15
Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 Review
Aug 15, 2025

John and Derek are back with The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther". Another great Marvel series from executive producer Ryan Coogler comes to an end with an episode that wraps up the past and present and sets the future of Wakanda in motion in the series finale.

Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther" Details

Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler

Series helmed by: Todd Harris

Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne

Episode Directed by: Todd Harris

Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In Ethiopia, in the middle of a raging...

Duration: 00:26:02
Ironheart Season 1 Wrap Up
Aug 09, 2025

Our full team, Chris, Derek and John, are back together again for our Ironheart Season 1 Wrap Up. In this episode we reveal the answers to our Ironheart MIT Student Bar Quiz, announce the winner of the Ironheart goodies and get Chris' thoughts on the series.

Ironheart Season 1 MIT Student Bar Quiz Questions and Answers

Episode 1 "Take Me Home"

Question: What is the name of The Hood's Base of Operations? Answer: Desperito's Pizza

Episode 2 "Will the real Natalie Please Stand Up?"

Question: What flowers are destroyed by Joe McGillicuddy? Answer...

Duration: 00:51:16
The Sandman 204 Review
Aug 08, 2025

Derek and John are back for the second arc of Season 2 with The Sandman 204 "Brief Lives. We dive deep into the quest of Delirium and Dream to find their missing sibling. Join us for our spoiler filled chat all about it.

Season 2, Episode 4 of The Sandman "Brief Lives"

Episode teleplay by Austin Guzman

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: The youngest of the Endless, Delirium, unexpectedly pays a visit to her older brother Dream. She wants his help in finding their absent brother, Destruction. Reluctant at first, Dream agrees, secretly hoping...

Duration: 00:45:35
Eyes of Wakanda Episode 3 Review
Aug 06, 2025

Derek and John are back for another tale of the War Dogs with Eyes of Wakanda Episode 3 "Lost and Found" and look who is in the snowy mountains of China. We chat all about it in our spoiler filled discussion of the episode.

Eyes of Wakanda Episode 3 "Lost And Found" Details

Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler

Series helmed by: Todd Harris

Episode Written by: Marc Bernardin

Episode Directed by: John Fang & Todd Harris

Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In Kun’Lun, China, 1400, Agent Basha infiltrates this high mountain society to re...

Duration: 00:29:11
Eyes of Wakanda Episode 2 Review
Aug 04, 2025

The history of the war dogs takes us to Troy in Eyes of Wakanda Episode 2 "Legends and Lies". This episode gave us a very interesting take on Achilles and Odysseus as a Wakandan spy infiltrates their ranks to reach Helen and Paris.

Eyes of Wakanda Episode 2 "Legends and Lies" Details

Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler

Series helmed by: Todd Harris

Episode Written by: Marc Bernardin

Episode Directed by: John Fang

Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In 1190 B.C., the famous attack on the heavily fortified City of Troy by Odysseus...

Duration: 00:30:45
Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 Review
Aug 01, 2025

Welcome back fellow Defenders Derek and John are back with Marvel Animation for The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den". From executive producer Ryan Coogler this is the first of a four part series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think.

Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den" Details

Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler

Series helmed by: Todd Harris

Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne

Episode Directed by: Todd Harris<...

Duration: 00:23:08
Fantastic Four First Steps
Jul 26, 2025

Welcome to another cosmic episode of Movies on TV Podcast Industries! We're back in the cinema for the 37th Marvel Cinematic Universe film – and the first movie in MCU Phase 6 – with our Fantastic Four : First Steps movie review.

This action-packed, heartfelt film reintroduces Marvel’s First Family with a blend of emotion, interstellar threats, and a baby with godlike powers. If you're searching for an in-depth Fantastic Four 2025 review, you've come to the right place!

What’s Inside This Episode?

Our spoiler-filled breakdown of Fantastic Four: First StepsThe new MCU versions of Reed, Sue, Johnny...

Duration: 01:34:01
The Sandman 203 Review
Jul 23, 2025

John and Derek explore Season 2, Episode 3 of The Sandman "More Devils Than Vast Hell Can Avoid", where Morpheus must decide whether to surrender Hell’s keys to save Nada. The episode delves into trust and desire, concluding the first arc of season 2.

Season 2, Episode 3 of The Sandman "More Devils Than Vast Hell Can Avoid"

Episode teleplay by Alexander Wise

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Following the banquet for the delegates who wish to claim Hell, the Faerie ambassador Nuala runs into Dream and they recount their first meeting. 

In...

Duration: 00:51:46
The Sandman 202 Review
Jul 21, 2025

The trip to Hell doesn't go as planned for Morpheus in The Sandman Season 2 Episode 2 "Ruler of Hell". There is no battle, no negotiation just a surprising proposition.

Season 2 Episode 2 Ruler of Hell"

Episode teleplay by Ameni Rozsa

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Finding Hell eerily empty upon his arrival, Dream is confronted by Lucifer who, weary of their duty, has abdicated the throne and released all souls and demons from it to roam other worlds. 

After sending Mazikeen away, Lucifer persuades Dream to ceremoniously cut off their w...

Duration: 00:45:40
The Sandman 201 Review
Jul 20, 2025

John and Derek return to discuss The Sandman Season 2 Episode 1 "Seasons of Mist". The opening of the first arc of the series begins with a meeting of the Endless and we discuss it all in spoiler filled detail.

Season 2 Episode 1 Season of Mist

Episode teleplay by Allan Heinberg

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Dream starts to rebuild the Dreaming, but is interrupted by a summons to attend a family gathering of the Endless where he meets his siblings, Destiny, Death, Desire, Despair and Delirium. 

As they mention their a...

Duration: 00:49:18
Ironheart Finale Review
Jul 05, 2025

In the thrilling finale of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+, John and Derek from TV Podcast Industries break down Episode 6: “The Past Is The Past”, directed by Angela Barnes and written by Chinaka Hodge.

This episode marks the long-awaited arrival of Mephisto to the MCU and delivers a powerful conclusion to Riri Williams’ first solo series. Join us for a full recap, analysis, and discussion on Riri’s final battle, Parker’s unraveling, and the mysterious deal that changes everything.

Mid-credits tease? Supreme help might just be on the menu…

Episode 6 Recap Highlights:

Parker attem...

Duration: 01:05:51
Ironheart Finale Review
Jul 05, 2025

In the thrilling finale of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+, John and Derek from TV Podcast Industries break down Episode 6: “The Past Is The Past”, directed by Angela Barnes and written by Chinaka Hodge.

This episode marks the long-awaited arrival of Mephisto to the MCU and delivers a powerful conclusion to Riri Williams’ first solo series. Join us for a full recap, analysis, and discussion on Riri’s final battle, Parker’s unraveling, and the mysterious deal that changes everything.

Mid-credits tease? Supreme help might just be on the menu…

Episode 6 Recap Highlights:

Parker attem...

Duration: 01:05:51
Ironheart Episode 5 Review
Jul 05, 2025

In this episode of TV Podcast Industries, John, Chris, and Derek dive deep into Ironheart Episode 5, as Riri faces magical upgrades, AI betrayals, and rising threats.

📝 Episode Summary

Riri reunites with Zelma, but The Hood’s power is growing.A surprise attack leaves Riri’s suit damaged — and her AI, N.A.T.A.L.I.E., shuts down.Ezekiel Stane reveals his bionic powers and issues a dire warning.With support from Ronnie, Xavier, and Landon, Riri begins building a new suit — one powered by magic but with a painful cost.Meanwhile, Parker takes drastic steps to re...

Duration: 01:02:11
Ironheart Episode 4 Review
Jul 03, 2025

With one of our team lost in another realm, John and Derek return to discuss Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" in our spoiler-filled podcast. We may have gushed a little too much about the MCU arrival of one of our favourite Marvel witches but we make no apologies.

Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" Details

Directed by Angela Barnes

Written by Amir Sulaiman

Episode Synopsis:

Knowing that Parker Robbins, aka The Hood is on her trail, Riri analyzes the piece of The Hood’s cloak she recovered, which she discovers is an an...

Duration: 01:23:25
The Sandman Season 2 Delay
Jul 03, 2025

The Sandman has returned for it's second and final Season on Netflix but unfortunately John and Derek are going too be a bit late with our podcasts about the show because we're on holidays until the middle of July.

Until we return we want to hear your thoughts on the first six chapter season 2 please send them to feedback@tvpodcastindustries.com join us on facebook at facebook.com/groups/tvpodcastindustries or you can record your thoughts for the podcast directly from our website tvpodcastindustries.com by clicking the “Send Voicemail” button.

We can't wait to hear...

Duration: 00:02:16
Ironheart Episode 3 Review
Jun 27, 2025

It’s time to chat about Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" in our spoiler filled podcast all about it. Make sure you have watched all three episodes before you listen along.

Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" Details

Directed by Samantha Bailey

Written by Francesca Gailes & Jacqueline J. Gailes

Episode Synopsis:

While celebrating their successful operation against TNNL at Parker's  headquarters, Clown plays around with Parker's mysterious hood. But before Riri and Clown can investigate more, his right hand man John angrily confronts them.

Parker calms the...

Duration: 00:56:59
Ironheart Episode 2 Review
Jun 25, 2025

John, Chris and Derek are back to chat about Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" as our favourite new MCU character arrives as Riri's best friend Natalie takes center stage.

Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" Details

Directed by Sam Bailey

Written by Malarie Howard

Episode Synopsis:

Still in need of parts to complete her suit in time for the TNNL heist, Riri reaches out to an underground Tech dealer, Joe McGillicuddy, and easily blackmails him into helping her.

She soon...

Duration: 00:47:47
Ironheart Episode 1 Review
Jun 25, 2025

Welcome back fellow Defenders the full team are back to chat all about Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" a brand new series on Disney Plus begins today. Our spoiler filled chat is available now so make sure you've watched the episode before listening.

Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" Details

Directed by Sam Bailey

Written by Chinaka Hodge

Episode Synopsis:

After returning to college from Wakanda and getting a taste of her true abilities, Riri Williams realises she’s unable to achieve her goals without a major influx of money. Sh...

Duration: 00:53:25
The Last of Us Season 2 Wrap Up
Jun 13, 2025

In our Last of Us Season 2 Wrap up podcast Derek and John discuss a few more of our thoughts on the season, chat about your feedback and finally reveal the answers and winner of our Last of Us Pub Quiz.

Last of Us End of The World Pub Quiz Answers:

Season 2 Episode 1 "Future Days" Question: What animal is the 2003 July Employee of the Month at the abandoned market that Ellie and Dina check out?

A dog

Season 2 Episode 2 "Through The Valley" Question: What is the maximum psi on the flamethrower used by Tommy to...

Duration: 00:42:40
The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Review
May 29, 2025

The end has come and John and Derek chat about The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 7 Convergence. The season culminates with the same excellent acting, writing and production that have been hallmarks of the show. We can't wait for the story to continue next season.

We also have the final question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 7 is: What is the name of the children’s book that Ellie picks up in the bookstore?

That's it the final question is out all other questions are available in the Pub Qu...

Duration: 01:21:38
The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 Review
May 21, 2025

Happy Birthdays Ellie as we're chatting about the penultimate episode of the season in our The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 6 "The Price" in spoiler filled detail.

We also have the next question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 6 is: What two flavours of cake does Joel get for Ellie’s 15th and 17th birthdays?

All other questions are available in the Pub Quiz section of our website here: https://tvpodcastindustries.com

Gather all 7 correct answers and email us at the end of the season to feedback@tv...

Duration: 01:22:49
The Last of Us 205 Review
May 13, 2025

John and Derek chat about The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 5 "Feel Her Love" in spoiler filled detail. With threats coming from all sides, infected, Seraphites and WLFs close in on Dina and Ellie in this intense episode.

We also have the next question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 5 is: According to the Pinnacle Presents marquee what band were due to play the theatre where Ellie and Dina were staying according to the remaining letters?

You can just provide the remaining letters if you can't work out the...

Duration: 01:06:23
The Last of Us 204 Review
May 07, 2025

Derek and John are back again to discuss Ellie and Dinah in Seattle on The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 4 "Day One" in spoiler filled detail. Exceptional storytelling with some truly beautiful scenery it's one of the best shows on TV right now.

We also have the next question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz. A two part question this time.

Question 4 is: What are the surnames of the three astronauts that Ellie remarks about, who burnt up in their space capsule on their mission to the moon and reminds her of...

Duration: 01:11:58
Thunderbolts* Movie Review
May 04, 2025

We're back in the cinema for the 36th MCU Movie and our Thunderbolts* Movie Review. The final movie in Phase 5 is great fun but has such a strong heart to it. We'd highly recommend going to see this in the cinema.

Spoiler Filled Synopsis for Thunderbolts

Directed by - Julius Onah

Story by - Eric Pearson

Screenplay by - Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo

Since her sister Natasha died. Yelena Belova has just been going through the motions. Successfully complete her mission, go home alone, think about what she’s...

Duration: 01:36:06
The Last of Us 203 Review
Apr 30, 2025

John and Derek are back again to discuss The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 3 "The Path" in spoiler filled detail. It is a chance for a breath following last week's episode. The character work, writing, directing and acting are on top form again this week.

We also provide the next question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 3 is: When Ellie arrives in Joel's house there are two carved birds on his workbench? What birds are they? For an extra point what other carved animal is in the room?

All...

Duration: 01:17:24
Daredevil Born Again Wrap Up
Apr 26, 2025

We've reached the end of season 1 and we're back with our Daredevil Born Again Wrap Up and the answers for our Josie's Bar Quiz questions. We announce the winner of the goodie pack and discuss all of your awesome feedback.

Josie's Bar Quiz Questions and Answers

Episode 1 “Heaven’s Half Hour” Question: What is the name of the 20-year bottle of whiskey that Josie keeps behind the bar?

Answer: O’Melveny’s

Episode 2 “Optics” Question: While on another dinner date, what is the dream destination that Heather and Matt discuss and what would they...

Duration: 00:56:56
The Last of Us 202 Review
Apr 23, 2025

Well it's time for Derek and John to discuss The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 2 "Through The Valley" in spoiler filled detail. If you've reached this point without knowing what happened then our hearts go out to you. We chat about all the big moments in the episode.

We also provide the next question in our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 2 is: What is the maximum psi on the flamethrower used by Tommy to take down the Bloater infected?

All other questions are available in the Pub Quiz section of...

Duration: 01:25:56
Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 Finale
Apr 18, 2025

It's finale time as Derek and John get together to discuss every minute of Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight to Hell". A fantastic and shocking episode that sets our expectations at an all time high for season 2.

Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead

Written by Dario Scardepane & Heather Bellson

Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight To Hell" Synopsis

A year before the assassination attempt at Mayor Fisk’s Black and White Ball, Vanessa visits Benjamin Poindexter in a mental hospital and asks him to kill Nelson—who is working on a case whic...

Duration: 01:14:06
The Last of Us 201 Review
Apr 15, 2025

Derek and John are back to chat about The Last Of Us Season 2 Episode 1 "Future Days" in spoiler filled detail. We chat about all the new characters and new threats for the season season.

We also kick off our Last of Us World's End Pub Quiz.

Question 1 is: What animal is the 2003 July Employee of the Month at the abandoned market that Ellie and Dina check out?

All other questions are available in the Pub Quiz section of our website here: https://tvpodcastindustries.com

Gather all 7 correct answers and email us...

Duration: 01:11:23
Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 Review
Apr 11, 2025

Chris returns to join Derek to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy". A notable difference this week with excellent direction from Benson and Moorhead we discuss it all.

Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead

Written by Dario Scardepane & Jesse Wigutow

Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy" Synopsis

Benjamin “Dex” Poindexter is moved from solitary confinement to General Population on Mayor Fisk's orders hoping his life will be put at risk. Worried for his life he tries to make a deal with Matt to secure his release. But...

Duration: 01:29:09
Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 Review
Apr 04, 2025

Derek and John get together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake". There are some really great moments this week but we really wanted to see the story of Muse play out over a few episodes.

Directed by David Boyd

Written by Jill Blankenship

Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake" Synopsis

As Angela Del Toro recovers from the attack by Muse she tells Matt Murdock and the police that she was saved by Daredevil and gives them directions to his lair.

Inspector...

Duration: 01:20:35
Daredevil Born Again Episodes 5 and 6 Review
Mar 28, 2025

Double the DD fun this week as we celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" and things come to a head in Episode 6 "Excessive Force. Chris, John and Derek go deep on the episodes as always so make sure you've watched both before you join us.

Episode 5 Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff

Episode 5 Written by Grainne Godfree

Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" Synopsis

On Saint Patrick's Day 2027, Matt Murdock goes to New York Mutual bank to discuss a loan for his law firm Murdock and McDuffie.

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Duration: 01:50:55
Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 Review
Mar 21, 2025

Our full team finally gets back together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema". Chris, John and Derek go deep on this episode to chat all about the drivers and pushes for the characters to revert to type and an appearance from Frank Castle.

Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff

Written by David Feige and Jesse Wigutow

Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema" Synopsis

Matt Murdock is confronted by Hector Ayala's niece, Angela del Toro, who believes the police are responsible for his death. Murdock comforts her with...

Duration: 01:28:18
Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 Review
Mar 14, 2025

The Defenders are back with our case notes for Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 "Hollow of His Hand". We go spoiler filled as always, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast.

Directed by Micheal Cuesta

Written by Matt Corman and Chris Ord

Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 Cast

Charlie Cox - Matt Murdock/DaredevilVincent D'Onofrio - Wilson FiskAyelet Zurer - Vanessa FiskZabryna Guevara - Sheila RiveraClark Johnson - CherryGenneya Walton - BB UrichKamar de los Reyes - Hector Ayala


Josie's Bar Quiz

During...

Duration: 01:23:31
Invincible 308 Finale Podcast
Mar 14, 2025

It's time for a mega battle in the finale with Invincible 308 "I Thought You'd Never Shut Up".

Invincible 308 "I Thought You'd Never Shut Up" Details

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Episode Written by: Robert Kirkman

Directed by: Sol Choi

Synopsis: The Viltrimite, Conquest, has been dispatched to Earth to kill Mark for not taking the planet. As they battle across the planet Mark learns that conquest just does this for fun but he is lonely in his solitude. 

In their battle Conquest destroys city a...

Duration: 00:55:00
Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 Review
Mar 07, 2025

Derek and John are back with our case notes for Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 "Optics". We're going into full spoiler filled detail once again, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast.

Directed by Micheal Cuesta

Written by Matt Corman and Chris Ord

Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 Cast

Charlie Cox - Matt Murdock/DaredevilVincent D'Onofrio - Wilson FiskAyelet Zurer - Vanessa FiskZabryna Guevara - Sheila RiveraClark Johnson - CherryGenneya Walton - BB UrichKamar de los Reyes - Hector Ayala


Josie's Bar Quiz

...

Duration: 01:17:58
Invincible 307 Podcast
Mar 07, 2025

In the most Invincible filled episode of Invincible so far as Chris and Derek chat all about Invincible Season 3 Episode 7 "What Have I Done?".

Invincible 307 "What Have I Done?" Details

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Episode Written by: Robert Kirkman

Directed by: Haylee Herrick

Synopsis: Mark didn’t murder Angstrom Levee. He dragged his crushed body through a vortex to his allies The Technicians where he was restored. Many months later Angstrom and many different Invincibles from other realities arrive on Earth.

Their mission is...

Duration: 00:52:36
Daredevil Born Again Episode 1 Review
Mar 05, 2025

It's been a long long time coming but your Defenders are back as John and Derek return to discuss Daredevil Born Again Episode 1. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on the return of Daredevil, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast.

Directed by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead

Written by Dario Scardapane

Daredevil Born Again Episode 1 Cast

Charlie Cox - Matt Murdock/DaredevilVincent D'Onofrio - Wilson FiskDeborah Ann Woll - Karen PageElden Henson - Foggy NelsonWilson Bethel - Benjamin Poindexter / Bullseye


Josie's...

Duration: 00:58:40

Invincible 306 Podcast
Feb 28, 2025

Chris and Derek are back to chat about probably the best episode of the series so far as we discuss Invincible Season 3 Episode 6 "All I Can Say Is I'm Sorry".

Invincible 306 "All I Can Say Is I'm Sorry" Details

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Ross Stracke and Simon Racioppa

Directed by: Jason Zurek

Synopsis: In Chicago Scott Duvall pays a visit to his sister Jessica and his niece Gretchen. Scott has some kinetic powers that Gretchen excitedly p...

Duration: 00:53:38
Captain America Brave New World Movie Review
Feb 21, 2025

It's been way too long since we were in the cinema so John and Derek are back for the 35th MCU movie Captain America Brave New World.

Synopsis for our Captain America Brave New World 2025 Review

Directed by - Julius Onah

Story by - Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson

Screenplay by - Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson, Julius Onah and Peter Glanz

After being diagnosed with a terminal heart condition, Cantankerous General Thaddeus Ross turns his life around and is announced as the new US president promising...

Duration: 01:43:36
Invincible 305 Podcast
Feb 21, 2025

Chris and Derek are back to chat about Invincible 305 "This Was Supposed To Be Easy". It's Prisons and Dragons as the earthbound criminals take central stage in a battle for leadership of The Order.

Invincible 305 "This Was Supposed To Be Easy" Details

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Helen Shang

Directed by: Tanner Johnson

Synopsis: Eve and Mark need money to move out. But since being a superhero doesn’t come with a wage, Eve arranges for Invincible to...

Duration: 00:47:12
Invincible 304 Podcast
Feb 14, 2025

Happy Valentine's Day. It's a new week and a new episode as Chris and Derek return to chat all about Invincible 304 "You Were My Hero" in spoiler filled detail.

Make sure you've watched the episode before you join us for this podcast.

Invincible 304 "You Were My Hero" Details

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Tania Lotia

Directed by: Ian Abando

Synopsis: When Mark finds yet another drone spying on his family he breaks into the pentagon to...

Duration: 00:53:58
Invincible 303 Podcast
Feb 07, 2025

For the last time today we're chatting heroes on Invincible 303 "You Want A Real Costume Right?" in spoiler filled detail.

Make sure you've watched the first three episodes of season three before you join us for this podcast.

Invincible 303 "You Want A Real Costume Right?" Synopsis

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Jay Faerber

Directed by: Sol Choi

Invincible busts two bank robbers with Oliver in tow. But he won’t stay a watcher and Mark has...

Duration: 00:44:04
Invincible 302 Podcast
Feb 07, 2025

It is a three episode premiere so we're back to discuss Invincible 302 "A Deal With The Devil" in spoiler filled detail. Make sure you've watched the episode before you join us for our podcast.

Our third podcast on Season 3 Episode 3 should be available on the feed later today.

Invincible 302 "A Deal With The Devil" Synopsis

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Helen Leigh

Directed by: Haylee Herrick

As a younger agent for the Global Defence Agency, C...

Duration: 00:37:46
Invincible 301 Podcast
Feb 07, 2025

Chris and Derek are back for the third season of Invincible with 301 "Who's Laughing Now". We discuss the first episode of three in spoiler filled detail.

Our discussions about the other two episodes will be available on the feed later today.

Invincible 301 "Who's Laughing Now" Synopsis

Created by: Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, Cory Walker

Supervising Director: Dan Duncan

Episode Written by: Simon Racioppa

Directed by: Jason Zurek

Following his return from another dimension after murdering Angstrom Levee, Mark trains with the Global Defence Agency. Getting st...

Duration: 00:43:49
Star Wars Skeleton Crew Season 1 Review
Jan 17, 2025

Derek and John chat all about the action adventure of Star Wars Skeleton Crew Season 1. We discuss all 8 episodes in one podcast. A fun show that got better and better as it went on. We hope we'll see more of these characters and the cast in the future.

Skeleton Crew Season 1 Synopsis

Series Created by: John Watts and Christopher Ford

Episodes Written by: Myung Joh Wesner (Ep 5 & 6) John Watts and Christopher Ford (all other episodes).

Episode Directors: John Watts (Ep 1+8), David Lowery (Ep 2+3), The Daniels (Ep 4), Jake Schreier (Ep 5), Bryce Dallas...

Duration: 01:45:13
TVPI 2024 Wrap Up
Jan 08, 2025

We kick off the New Year with our 2024 Wrap Up and 2025 preview podcast. Here we chat about everything we covered, the things we wish we could have discussed and everything we're looking forward to so far in 2025.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN 2024

Marvel’s EchoStar Wars The Bad Batch season 3 - The Final SeasonShogun - Now confirmed for 2 more seasonsInvincible Season 2 Part 2Dead Boy Detectives - Unfortunately cancelled after one seasonStar Wars Tales of The Empire - 1 PodcastThe Boys Season 4 - The penultimate season Star Wars The Acolyte - Also unfortunately cancelledUmbrella Academy Season 4 - The Final Seas...

Duration: 01:54:14
What If 308 Finale Podcast
Dec 31, 2024

We are back for the final time to discuss What If 308 the finale of What If?With gorgeous animation and some nods and hints to what could be out there this was a good capper on the show.

What If 308 Finale Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little

Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Bryan Andrews

In a flashback, it's revealed that...

Duration: 00:50:16
What if 307 Penultimate Podcast
Dec 30, 2024

John and Derek are back for the penultimate episode as we discuss What If 307 What If The Watcher Disappeared? This episode brings back major characters, introduces a new hero and welcomes the first MCU appearance of a fan favourite mutant.

What If 307 What if The Watcher Disappeared? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little

Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Stephan Franck

In...

Duration: 00:38:11
What If 306 Podcast
Dec 29, 2024

Taking a page from comics Derek and John travel to the old west for What If 306 What If 1872? This adventure featuring Shang-Chi, Hawkeye and The Hood is a perfect entry into What If.

What If 306 What if 1872? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little

Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Stephan Franck and Bryan Andrews

In the 1860s, Xu Xialing fled to A...

Duration: 00:47:12
What If 305 Podcast
Dec 29, 2024

A return to form for the season as John and Derek chat about What If 305 What If The Emergence Destroyed The Earth? A dark episode with a hopeful end.

What If 305 What if The Emergence Destroyed The Earth? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little

Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Stephan Franck

After the Earth was split apart by the Emer...

Duration: 00:37:10
What If 304 Podcast
Dec 28, 2024

Derek and John continue our podcasts with What if 304 What If Howard The Duck Got Hitched? Even a stellar MCU cast of guest voice actors can't save this simply weird episode, a low point for the series.

What If 304 What if Howard The Duck Got Hitched? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little

Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Stephan Franck

Duri...

Duration: 00:40:57
What If 303 Podcast
Dec 28, 2024

It's a great buddy adventure team-up as Derek and John chat about What if 303, What If The Red Guardian Stopped The Winter Soldier. Really fun performances here, in particular from David Harbour and Sebastian Stan.

What If 303 What if The Red Guardian Stopped The Winter Soldier? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Written by: A.C. Bradley

Episode Directed By: Bryan Andrews

In 1991, Alexei Shostakov and Bucky Barnes are sent to recover a case of...

Duration: 00:36:04
What If 302 Podcast
Dec 24, 2024

Chris Derek and John are back together to discuss all about Marvel's What If? 302 What if Agatha Went to Hollywood? What a great fun episode with four of our favourite MCU characters.

What If 302 What if Agatha Went to Hollywood? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by: Matthew Chauncey, Ryan Little and Bryan Andrews

Teleplay Written by: Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Bryan Andrews

In the golden era of...

Duration: 01:06:45
What If 301 Podcast
Dec 22, 2024

We are back to chat all about Marvel's What If? 301 What if Hulk Fought The Mech Avengers? It's the beginning of the end for the final season of What If?

What If? 301 What if Hulk Fought The Mech Avengers? Synopsis

Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege.

Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey

Story by: A. C. Bradley and Bryan Andrews

Teleplay Written by: Ryan Little

Episode Directed By: Stephan Franck

When Sam Wilson meets a broken Bruce Banner he tries...

Duration: 00:50:34
Assembled Agatha All Along
Nov 29, 2024

Derek, John and Chris are back to discuss the making of documentary Marvel Studios Assembled Agatha All Along. We also announce our Coven Cauldron Quiz winner, give our final thoughts on the show and chat about your feedback.

Assembled Agatha All Along Making Of

Featuring contributions from many of the main people behind the making of the show including the cast. Watch at this link on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G0LxA8vGSGo?si=7osORshH7g3PWoPt 

Showrunner: Jac Shaeffer

Coven Cauldron Quiz Winner

We also announce the winner o...

Duration: 01:24:03
Penguin Wrap Up
Nov 22, 2024

Derek and John are back one final time to discuss The Penguin, announce our winner of The Iceberg Lounge Pub quiz and chat about the Making of documentary released by Max.

The Penguin Making Of

Featuring contributions from many of the main people behind the making of the show including the cast. Watch at this link on YouTube https://youtu.be/lvf4awkT1KE?si=E-1IrUp6sURhMfRH

We also chatted about the reaction video from Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti https://youtu.be/p82YOv-5EOM?si=oC-SVdrgTc_G74zv

Sh...

Duration: 00:52:51
The Penguin Episode 8 Review
Nov 14, 2024

John and Derek are back to discuss the finale of one of the best shows of 2024 The Penguin episode 8 "A Great Or Little Thing". This is spoiler filled podcast so make sure you've watched the episode before listening along with us.

The Penguin Episode 8 "A Great Or Little Thing" Synopsis

Based on characters created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane for Detective Comics.

Spinning out of Matt Reeves The Batman under showrunner Lauren LeFranc

Episode Written by: Lauren LeFranc

Episode Directed By: Jennifer Getzinger

At the former...

Duration: 01:23:31
The Rings of Power S2 Wrap-Up Crossover Pt 2
Nov 13, 2024

We’re so glad to be continue our wrap-up podcast with Anwen and Penny from The Cast Of The Rings on podcastica. They've been chatting all about The Lord Of The Rings and The Rings of Power for the last two seasons. We had a great chat about our favourite moments and our hopes for season two. It was great fun to have perspectives on this season from across three countries from Derek and John in Ireland, Penny in the US and Anwen in New Zealand.

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out part 1 over...

Duration: 00:58:41
The Penguin Episode 7 Review
Nov 05, 2024

Put on your top hat, tie up your white tie, brush off your tails and join Derek and John as we chat all about The Penguin Episode 7 "Top Hat" in spoiler filled detail.

The Penguin Episode 7 “Top Hat” Synopsis

Based on characters created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane for Detective Comics.

Spinning out of Matt Reeves The Batman under showrunner Lauren LeFranc

Episode Written by: Vladimir Cvetko

Episode Directed By: Kevin Bray

When he was a boy, Oz Cobb was resentful of the attention that his moth...

Duration: 01:17:51
Agatha All Along Finale Review
Nov 02, 2024

Derek and John chat all about their thoughts on the Agatha All Along Finale. We discuss Episode 8 “Follow Me My Friend To Glory at the End” and Episode 9 “Maiden Mother Crone” in spoiler filled detail.

Agatha All Along Finale Synopsis

Agatha Harkness Character Created by Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby.

Creator and Showrunner: Jac Shaeffer

Episode 8 Written by: Peter Cameron

Episode 9 Written by: Jac Schaeffer and Laura Donney

Both Episodes Directed by: Gandja Monteiro

Following Lilia’s death, Agatha is confronted by Rio, the personific...

Duration: 01:51:05
The Penguin Episode 6 Review
Oct 30, 2024

The new Gigante Maroni Alliance takes steps to get to Oz Cobb but he's not taking it lying down. Derek and John chat all about The Penguin Episode 6 "Gold Summit" in spoiler filled detail.

The Penguin Episode 6 “Gold Summit” Synopsis

Episode Written by: Nick Towne

Episode Directed By: Kevin Bray

It’s winter in Gotham and in the weeks since he set up his underground base under the city, Oswald Cobb has been growing his empire significantly. He employed most of Crown Point’s residents to reproduce and distribute the drug Bliss th...

Duration: 01:10:33
Agatha All Along Episode 7 Review
Oct 25, 2024

It all comes together for Lilia in Agatha All Along Episode 7 "Death's Hand In Mine". John and Derek chat about it all in our spoiler filled chat all about the episode.

Agatha All Along Episode 7 Synopsis

Agatha Harkness Character Created by Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby.

Creator and Showrunner: Jac Shaeffer

Episode Written by: Gia King & Cameron Squires

Episode Directed by: Jac Shaeffer

Agatha Harkness and Billy continue on the Road together. He angrily disagrees with Agatha about his mother being Wanda Maximoff. He has a...

Duration: 01:19:00
The Penguin Episode 5 Review
Oct 22, 2024

The old rules of Gotham are gone as Oz and Sofia make their plays. Derek and John chat all about The Penguin Episode 5 in spoiler filled detail.

The Penguin Episode 5 “Homecoming” Synopsis

Episode Written by: Breannah Gibson & Shaye Ogbonna

Episode Directed By: Helen Shaver

Annoyed that Salvatore Maroni’s wife Nadia stole his drug business out from under him, Oz Cobb and his crew kidnap their son, Taj. Oz issues an ultimatum to the Maronis, offering to return Taj to them in exchange for the mushrooms used for the drug “Bliss”. 

During...

Duration: 01:09:51
Agatha All Along Episode 6 Review
Oct 18, 2024

Secrets are revealed as John, Derek and Chris chat all about Agatha All Along Episode 6 in our spoiler filled chat.

Agatha All Along Episode 6 Synopsis

Agatha Harkness Character Created by Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby.

Creator and Showrunner: Jac Shaeffer

Episode Written by: Jason Rostovsky

Episode Directed by: Jason Rostovsky

Three years ago, William Kaplan, a teenager from Eastview, was celebrating his Bar Mitzvah and had a palm reading with Lilia. Seeing something on his palm, Lilia writes the sigil spell to protect him, but forgets...

Duration: 01:31:04
The Penguin Episode 4 Review
Oct 15, 2024

Time to go back to Arkham as we discuss The Penguin Episode 4 "Cent'Anni". We chat all about this Sofia Falcone centered episode in spoiler filled detail.

The Penguin Episode 4 “Cent'Anni” Synopsis

Episode Written by: John McCutcheon

Episode Directed By: Helen Shaver

Under the gunpoint of Nadia Maroni and her men, Oz Cobb pleads for his life, explaining that he was only working with Sofia Falcone to get access to her drug business. But Nadia doesn’t believe him and reveals to Sofia that Oz is the murderer of her brother Alberto. As Vic...

Duration: 01:07:18