Don't Evolve Me

Jake and Michael sit down for a spoiler-filled discussion of The Last of Us Season 2 finale. Michael takes the mic to air his biggest grievances with the episode, while Jake digs into his biggest lingering questions. The duo then share their final thoughts, delivering ratings for both the finale and the full season. To wrap it all up, they crown their MVC (Most Valuable Character), MVV (Most Valuable Villain), and MVP (Most Valuable Performer) of the season.

Jake and Michael return to break down Episode 6 of The Last of Us Season 2 — an emotional, flashback-heavy chapter that has fans talking. Jake explains why this episode won him over, while Michael shares his growing concerns about the show’s direction.

Together, they tackle the biggest questions: 🧠 Was Joel right about Eugene? 🏛️ Did we get enough of the museum scenes? 🎮 Did the episode do the game justice?

They close out with their final ratings, reveal their MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Visual), and hint at what they’re hoping to see next.

Jake and Don return to finish what Andor started. In this episode, they dive deep into the final half of Andor Season 2, breaking down each episode's biggest moments, character arcs, and political gut-punches. They reflect on how this series reshapes their perspective on Rogue One, the Rebellion, and the sacrifices it took to spark hope in a galaxy ruled by fear.

They wrap things up with their final rating for the season, along with their picks for MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain). If you love Star Wars storytelling at its most grounded and raw, this one's for you.

In this episode of Don't Evolve Me, Jake and Michael dive deep into The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 5: “Feel Her Love.” They break down the episode’s biggest moments, from intense action beats to emotional flashbacks, and debate whether the show stuck the landing on the Nora scene and the long-awaited spores reveal.

The duo tackles their 5 biggest questions, speculates on what the CW version of the show would’ve looked like, and delivers their final rating, along with naming the episode’s MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain).

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Jake and Michael dive into The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 4: “Day One.” They break down the major changes to Ellie and Dina’s relationship, what the show chose to adapt faithfully from the game, and what it left behind. The episode wraps with their picks for MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Visual) of the week.

In this episode, Jake and Don dive deep into Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts! They explore the biggest questions raised by the film, how it sets the stage for Avengers: Doomsday and the Fantastic Four reboot, and what it all means for the future of the MCU. Who stood out the most? The duo reveal their picks for MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain) before giving Thunderbolts an official rating. Don’t miss this spoiler-filled breakdown!

Jake and Don return with fresh takes on Andor Season 2, diving deep into Arc Two—Episodes 4, 5, and 6. They break down each episode’s key moments, explore the biggest lingering questions, and spotlight their picks for MVC (Most Valuable Character), MVV (Most Valuable Villain), and standout performances. Whether you're a die-hard Rebel or just here for the espionage, this breakdown delivers all the intrigue, tension, and analysis Andor fans crave.

Jake and Michael dive deep into Episode 3 of The Last of Us Season 2, titled “The Path.” We break down everything that happened in this emotional, character-driven installment and explore the episode’s biggest questions. Who stood out the most? What does this mean for the road ahead? We name our MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain), and discuss how this episode sets the tone for what’s next.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the game or a newcomer to the series, this is a can’t-miss discussion.

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In this episode of Don't Evolve Me, Jake and Don dive deep into the Andor Season 2 premiere, covering all three episodes of the first arc. They break down each episode individually, highlighting the major moments, standout performances, and the big shifts happening in the story. From intense character developments to the rising tension within the rebellion, they analyze how the premiere sets the tone for the season.

After the breakdowns, Jake and Don each bring five of their biggest questions about the story, characters, and future arcs, sparking a wide-open discussion about what might come next. They close the episode by giving their ratings for the arc, picking their MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain), and teasing their excitement for the rest of the season. Whether you're watching Andor week-to-week or binging later, this is the perfect companion to the start of one of Star Wars’ best shows.

In this emotionally charged episode of Don’t Evolve Me, Jake is joined by returning guest Michael Schumer to break down one of the most intense chapters in The Last of Us Season 2: the gut-wrenching moment of the series, and the chaotic, pulse-pounding infected horde invasion.

Jake and Michael ask each other 5 deep-dive questions each, covering character arcs, narrative stakes, game-to-show comparisons, and whether or not the controversial moments worked. The episode is packed with insights, theories, and reactions you don’t want to miss.

As always, they wrap things up with their traditional MVC (Most Valuable Character) and MVV (Most Valuable Villain) segments, and give their final ratings on the episode(s).