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The conversation covers various topics including San Diego Comic Con, the news cycle, and the TV show 'The Acolyte'. The hosts discuss the casting of Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom in the next Avengers movie and the potential implications of the multiverse. They also talk about the upcoming spinoff of 'The Boys' and the recent political events. The hosts share their thoughts on the season finale of 'The Acolyte' and express their hopes for the next season. The conversation covers the latest season of The Boys. The hosts discuss their thoughts on the endings, character development, and potential future seasons. They also touch on the fan service and references in both shows. Finally they review Deadpool and Wolverine. They discuss the visual effects and action choreography, and the emotional beats of the film. The hosts share their favorite cameos and gags, and overall, they express their enjoyment of the movie and its ability to provide a fun and entertaining experience.

00:00 Introduction

02:28 Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom and the Multiverse

11:40 The Boys Spinoff

14:58 The insanity of this election season

25:26 Final Thoughts on The Acolyte Season 1

36:12 The Boys Season Review

46:28 Deadpool and Wolverine Spoiler Free Review

50:59 Deadpool and Wolverine Review. SPOILERS!!!

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Rachaun and Ashes share their journey as comic book creators, discussing their origin stories, challenges in finding artists, and the development of their series Lawful Evil and Dark Spider. They delve into the themes, inspirations, and character development, providing insights into the creative process and the evolution of their storytelling. The conversation covers the themes of trauma, survivor's guilt, storytelling challenges, Kickstarter experiences, and diversity in indie comics. It delves into the characters' backgrounds, the creative process, and the challenges faced by black creators in the indie comics world. The conversation also explores the upcoming projects and where to find the creators and their books.

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In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including music, home ownership, and what they've been watching recently. They review the latest episode of The Acolyte and share their thoughts on the show. They also talk about a documentary on competitive eating and the latest season of The Bear. The Majority of the episode features their reviews of Season 2 Episode 3 of House of the Dragon and Season 4 Episode 5 of The Boys.

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In this episode of the Portable Hole podcast, the hosts discuss the Batman: The Caped Crusader trailer and the Penguin series trailer. They also review episodes 1-4 of The Acolyte and share their thoughts on the intense fight scene in episode 5. The hosts express their excitement for the Batman animated series reboot and the potential for a dark and gritty crime drama in the Penguin series. They also discuss the new set photos from the upcoming Superman movie and the challenges of balancing humor and seriousness in superhero films. Ryan, Ig, and Cinik discuss the latest episodes of 'The Boys' and 'House of the Dragon.'

00:00 Introduction and Reunion

03:00 Discussion of Batman: The Caped Crusader Trailer

08:49 Discussion of Penguin Series Trailer

14:16 New Set Photos from the Superman Movie

17:39 IG's Thoughts on The Acolyte

22:44 The Acolyte Episode 5 Review

40:41 The Boys Season 4 Episode 4 review

01:06:12 House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 Review

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In this conversation, Ryan, Justin, and Cinik discuss various topics including the Conor McGregor fight, fantasy baseball, and the TV show 'The Acolyte'. They also touch on the themes of diversity and representation in media, particularly in the Star Wars franchise. The conversation delves into the writing and execution of the Star Wars series, highlighting the importance of good storytelling over diversity for the success of a show. They also discuss the latest season of 'The Boys' and how it tackles satire and social commentary. The conversation covers the first three episodes of 'House of the Dragon' and 'The Boys' Season 3. They discuss the character development, plot progression, and visual effects of both shows. The hosts share their favorite moments and rate the episodes. They also mention the upcoming season of 'The Acolyte' and discuss their expectations for future episodes.

00:00 Intro

05:49 The Acolyte Season 1 Episode 3 Review

14:03 The Importance of Good Storytelling

25:56 The Boys Season 4 Episode 1-3 Review

29:34 The Need for Well-Written Stories

38:54 Review of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 1

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In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, Ryan and Cynic discuss their recent experiences playing Dungeons and Dragons and watching a documentary about car theft. They also talk about their thoughts on the upcoming Crow reboot and the ending of the TV show The Boys. The main topic of the episode is a review of the first season of House of the Dragon, a Game of Thrones prequel series. They discuss the story, characters, performances, and their overall thoughts on the show. House of the Dragon.

00:00 Introduction

02:12 Playing Dungeons and Dragons and Car Theft

03:14 News: The Crow reboot is terrible

08:37 New Chapter

08:39 News: The Boys Ending with Season Five

10:42 The Acolyte Discussion

16:58 House of the Dragon Season 1 Recap and Season 2 Expectations

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The first episode of The Acolyte introduces the High Republic era, a hundred years before the fall of the Republic and the rise of the Empire. The show follows an investigation into an assassin targeting Jedi. The conversation methodically reviews episodes 1 and 2 of the show, highlighting the principal themes and discussing the flaws in the storytelling. The hosts criticize the lazy writing, convenient plot developments, and lack of character development. They also express frustration with the agenda-driven approach and the lack of attention to logic and consistency. The conversation covers topics such as the portrayal of the Jedi, the use of a doppelganger plot, the underwhelming fight scenes, and the questionable decisions made by the characters.

00:00 Introduction

02:30 News: Connor McGregor calls out

07:32 News: Tyson- Paul Postponed

10:06 What we're watching

14:55 Star Wars: The Acolyte episodes 1&2 Review

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The conversation covers a range of topics, including personal experiences over Memorial Day weekend, the use of AI in creative fields, the impact of AI on job markets, the future of creative industries, the career of Ronda Rousey, and controversial statements made by a UFC fighter. The conversation also delves into political and social issues, including the conviction of Donald Trump, the impact of AI on job markets, and the personal beliefs of a UFC fighter. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including communism, UFC fighters, baseball, automated referees, and upcoming summer movies. The discussion delves into the impact of education, the need for unions in sports, the controversy surrounding the use of Scarlett Johansson's voice, and the changing landscape of movie releases. The hosts express their opinions on various movie trailers and share their excitement for upcoming releases. The conversation covers a wide range of movie and TV show topics, including reviews, trailers, and upcoming releases. The hosts discuss their opinions on various films and series, expressing excitement, skepticism, and disappointment. They also touch on sports and personal growth, providing insights into their preferences and expectations for the entertainment industry.

00:00 Intro

08:14 News: Trump Guilty

13:47 News: Rhonda Rousey a victim?

21:53 News: Bryce Mitchell will homeschool kids so they don't turn communist or gay.

28:08 News: Negro League Stats and Fantasy Baseball

41:01 News: Open AI and Scarlet Johansson feud

49:41 News: Furiosa Flop

52:15 2024 Summer Movie Preview

01:23:05 Outro

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In this episode of the Portable Hole podcast, Ryan, Justin, and Cynic catch up on their personal updates. They discuss the challenges of being a new homeowner, the experience of traveling to Guatemala, and Justin's new job as a guitar technician. They also delve into the current state of the superhero genre, with Marvel scaling back their releases and the potential shift in pop culture landscape. The conversation then turns to the casting announcements for the Fantastic Four and the upcoming season of Mr. Mrs. Smith without the original lead actors. In this part of the conversation, the topics discussed include the cancellation of the show 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' and the departure of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the inappropriate behavior at the Portal to Dublin art exhibition, the documentary series 'Bronx Zoo 90' about the 1990 New York Yankees, the ending of the show 'Shogun', and the movie 'Civil War'. In this conversation, Ryan, Cinik, and Justin discuss their thoughts on various TV shows and movies. They talk about the TV show Manhunt and its portrayal of the hunt for John Wilkes Booth after he assassinated Lincoln. They also discuss the TV show Ripley, based on the book The Talented Mr. Ripley, and its visually stunning cinematography. The conversation then shifts to the show Baby Reindeer and the controversy surrounding the real-life person it is based on. They discuss the responsibility of the show creators to protect the identities of the people involved and the potential for this type of storytelling to become a new genre.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

07:05 News: Marvel cutting back on number of releases.

15:09 News: Casting Choices for the Fantastic Four Movie

18:56 News: 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' renewed

23:30 News: Tomb Raider Series

27:10 News: Inappropriate Behavior at the 'Portal to Dublin' Art Exhibition

31:11 News: Alternative Versions: Motion Capture Suits in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'

34:25 What we're watching

44:20 Baby Reindeer Discussion

01:00:30 Closing: Upcoming Shows to Watch and Discuss

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In this conversation, Ryan and Justin discuss their recent experiences with travel and the solar eclipse. They also touch on the UFC 300 event and the state of the light heavyweight division. The conversation then shifts to O.J. Simpson and the New York Knicks. Finally, they mention The Rock's controversial comments about being 'anti-woke.' The conversation revolves around the TV show Fallout, based on the popular video game. Finally, Ryan Shares his review of Civil War.

00:00 Introduction

09:13 UFC 300

16:59 OJ's Dead

19:17 The Rock Anti Woke

27:28 Fallout Review

54:34 Civil War Review

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