Codi, Kyle and Ken missed all the twists and turns that June brought to movie theaters, so they come back to the studio to recap an interesting beginning of summer. They reflect on The Flash's poor box office and explain what may have caused it to not do well, as well as the possible longevity for June releases including No Hard Feelings and Indiana Jones 5.

As the writer's strike continues, the Director's Guild was able to strike a new deal with the studios to give themselves better pay. Codi, Kyle and Ken discuss how this will add a new wrinkle into the strike. They also discuss the Transformers cinematic universe and Movie Pass stretching the truth on how many theaters are using their service.

*This episode was recorded June 9th

The New York Times writes a good article on how and why movie theaters are making certain upgrades, while Slash Films tries and fails to contradict them. Codi, Kyle and Ken talk about both articles, which leads them to describing the movie theater of their dreams.

Codi, Kyle and Ken get "dressed up" (check out the episode on YouTube to see) to talk about their favorite comedian Bert Kreischer's new movie, The Machine. They also give their opinions on the idea of putting trigger warnings displayed on theatrical releases before the movie plays.

Codi, Kyle and Ken vent about the film ratings system, and come up with their own system to take its place. They also come to a consensus that pre-sales for a movie are not as important anymore as they once were. There is also an update on the writer's strike, which may have actors get involved.

A new article breaks down the costs for theater equipment with context as to why theaters struggle to make upgrades. But why are only big chain theaters being interviewed when smaller theaters also have the same struggles? Ken and Kyle discuss this, plus whether there is superhero fatigue or low-quality fatigue.

Codi, Kyle, and Ken explain how the writer's strike could impact movie theaters and when that time will come. They also bring up the idea of theaters adding fees to 3D glasses in the wake of the large amount of summer product coming this year.

Variety released a new interview with multiple theater owners that shined a light on the industry. Codi, Ken and Kyle discuss how the interview was needed to have people outside the industry understand it better. They also dish on all of the great buzz they heard about this year's CinemaCon.

Codi, Kyle and Ken are unsurprised by a new survey that concludes audiences do not care when a movie goes on streaming after it's theatrical release, and discuss how the social experience at a movie theater matters. They also talk about AMC selling popcorn at Walmarts and the confusing logic behind that.

Codi is back to discuss with Kyle and Ken the Academy's newest windowing rule where potential nominees will have to release movies to a wider amount of markets. They also poke fun at critics for not enjoying The Super Mario Bros. Movie, their love for the Peaches song, and possible new Star Wars movies in the works.