Recorded in October of 2023 at the Taragram Ballroom in Los Angeles, the entire Ringer Verse crew joins together for a live show highlighting all of your favorite shows including House of R (04:41), Mint Edition (32:18), Button Mash (45:06), and The Midnight Boys (1:02:04).
Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Steve Ahlman, Jonathan Kermah, Chia Hao Tat, Victoria Valencia
Social: Keith Fujimoto, Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Supervision: Elizabeth Fierman, Cory McConnell, Alexa Coubal, Arjuna Ramgopal
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The Ringer-Verse LIVE from Los Angeles

The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring:
'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week.
'Mint Edition': Steve, Jomi, and Jessica Clemons gather every other week to share their unique takes on the movies and shows that are animating the fandom.
'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and Jessica discuss the latest in the world of video games, from headline-making new releases, to industry trends, to game swaps and nostalgic re-plays.
'Splash Page': Jessica breaks down the latest Easter eggs and theories from all of your favorite content. Not sure if that was a Mephisto reference in the latest 'Loki' episode? Wondering what exactly that post-credits scene means? Eager to know how a new trailer sets up your most anticipated release of the season? Jessica will answer all of those questions and more in her video podcasts.
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TV & Film

The Midnight Boys are here at the end of it all to give you their instant reactions to the electrifying finale of 'X-Men '97' (09:04). From the fallout of Bastion to the dramatic cliffhanger ending, the boys are here to talk about everything and pick apart all the little details that they loved about this series.Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
Social: Jomi Adeniran
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'X-Men '97' Episode 10 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

In honor of the NBA playoffs and our overall love for 'Star Wars,' we will be choosing our own basketball starting five within the world of 'Star Wars.' Joined by Ringer deputy art lead Matt James, Steve and Jomi will be teaming up to make four different teams of Jedi, Sith, clones, and non–Force users.
Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman
Guest: Matt James
Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopa
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Star Wars Starting Five | Mint Edition

Midnight Boys together strong! The boys give their instant reactions to the new blockbuster 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' (04:18). They look at the journey of our main character, Noa, and what it means to live in the shadow of Andy Serkis's Caesar character.
Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
Social: Jomi Adeniran
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'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Instant Reactions | Midnight Boys

The boys are back to give you their instant thoughts and reactions to the penultimate episode of 'X-Men '97' (05:53). Later, they bring you the latest nerd news, including the first look at James Gunn's 'Superman' and the fact that Marvel is pumping the brakes on their film and TV output (39:40).
Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
Social: Jomi Adeniran
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'X-Men '97,' Superman's Suit, and Marvel Slows Down | The Midnight Boys

Ben, Steve Ahlman, Matt James, and Justin Charity react to rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 and a ‘Kingdom Hearts’ film adaptation (2:35), discuss the significance of the latest in a string of surprise Steam sensations, talk of ‘Manor Lords,’ and name their top five games developed by a single creator (23:43). They then draft rosters of the best titles from the great gaming year of 2004 (30:41).
Host: Ben Lindbergh
Guests: Steve Ahlman, Matt James, and Justin Charity
Producer: Mike Wargon
Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal
Social: Jomi Adeniran
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The Ringer-Verse LIVE from Los Angeles

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