The Current Era Podcast

The gang discusses their overall review of the first season of X-Men 97. They express their enjoyment of the show but also share some criticisms, such as the lack of focus on Wolverine and the rushed storylines. They highlight the iconic theme song and moments that parallel real-life themes of tolerance and acceptance. They also mention the cameos of other Marvel characters, including Spider-Man, Captain America, Daredevil, and Doctor Doom. The conversation methodically reviewed the major storylines and arcs in the X-Men animated series. The hosts discussed the cameos of various characters, such as Morph turning into different mutants and Iron Man making an appearance. They also shared their thoughts on the Madeline Pryor storyline, the Genosha arc, and the Bastion arc. The hosts had mixed opinions on the execution of these storylines, with some feeling that they were rushed or could have been given more time. They also discussed the dynamics between characters, such as Wolverine's obsession with Jean Grey and the love triangle between Wolverine, Cyclops, and Jean Grey. Overall, they praised the finale and the animation quality of the series. The conversation covers various topics related to the X-Men '97 animated series and Invincible Season 2. The hosts discuss their favorite moments, characters, and storylines from both shows. They also touch on controversies surrounding the representation of certain characters. The hosts have differing opinions on which series is better, with some leaning towards X-Men '97 and others towards Invincible Season 2.

In this conversation, Julien and Mondy discuss various trailers, news, and reviews. They touch on topics such as The Boys season 4, the Thelma movie trailer, the renewal of Ted for season 2, the possibility of a Shogun season 2, the casting call for One Piece live-action season 2, the return of Pimp My Ride, and more. They also review the roast of Tom Brady and the Cat Williams live stand-up special. Julien shares his disappointment with the Cat Williams special and the movie Abigail. In this conversation, Julien and Mondy discuss their thoughts on recent movies and news in the entertainment industry. They review the movie 'Vampires vs. the Bronx' and share their disappointment with its creative choices and visual effects. They also discuss the 'Planet of the Apes' trilogy and express their excitement for the new installment. They touch on various topics such as the portrayal of vampires in movies, the potential return of Gina Carano to 'Star Wars,' and the possibility of ads in video games. The conversation ends with a discussion about the new Superman suit and the upcoming bundle of Disney, Hulu, and HBO Max.

Mondy and I discuss what makes these OG Spider-Man films so damn good!

In this conversation, Mondy and Julien discuss the NBA playoffs, focusing on the first round series in both the Eastern and Western Conferences. They cover the Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic, Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans, Dallas Mavericks vs. LA Clippers, and Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns. They analyze the performances of key players and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team. The conversation covers the second round matchups in the NBA playoffs, including the Celtics vs. Cavs, Pacers vs. Knicks, Thunder vs. Mavs, and Wolves vs. Nuggets. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team and make predictions for the series outcomes. They also touch on the performance of key players and the importance of coaching in the playoffs.

In this conversation, Julien and Mondy discuss various topics including video game news, reviews of the Knuckles show and The Idea of You movie, and upcoming projects such as a Kingdom Hearts movie and a Scooby-Doo live-action series. They also touch on the importance of HBCU-inspired films. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various movie reboots and upcoming films. They talk about the Maze Runner reboot, the new Mad Max movie, the Pitch Perfect 4 sequel, the Fairly OddParents reboot, the Lion King prequel, and the allegations against The Rock. They also touch on the return of the Hunter Hunter manga and the defamation lawsuit against Dan Schneider. Lastly, they mention the decrease in sexual content in movies. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the portrayal of sex in movies, box office failures, potential casting choices, AI in film production, and updates on social media platforms. They also share their rankings of the original Avengers' performances and discuss the concept of superhero fatigue.

In this conversation, Mondy and Julien discuss various trailers for upcoming movies and TV shows, including a documentary about Black Twitter, a show based on the downfall of Donald Sterling, and a Disney sports movie. They also touch on the potential adaptation of the board game Clue, a movie about O.J. Simpson, and a buddy comedy film produced by Issa Rae. They share their thoughts on these projects and express their excitement or lack thereof. Additionally, they mention the completion of Severance Season 2 and the possibility of an Invisible Man 2. Julien also briefly discusses his disappointment with the anime series Ninja Kamui. In this conversation, Mondy and Julien discuss their thoughts on the TV show Shogun and review several movies. They also touch on DC and Marvel news, including the potential casting of Kiki Palmer in a big role in the MCU and Wesley Snipes returning as Blade. They end the conversation with a discussion about the Teen Titans theme song and the possibility of doing a podcast episode on the Spider-Man Raimi trilogy.

In this conversation, Julien and Mondy discuss various news and updates in the entertainment industry. They cover topics such as the upcoming 30 for 30 documentary on Stuart Scott, the Jim Henson documentary directed by Ron Howard, the renewal of Invincible for seasons four and five, the renewal of Fallout for a second season, the announcement of a Heroes sequel series, the renewal of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters for a second season, the upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender film, the SpongeBob movie sequel, the live-action One Punch Man movie, the scary movie reboot, the Smile movie sequel, the Transformers and G.I. Joe crossover movie, the upcoming Kendrick Lamar musical, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, and the Last Ronin adaptation. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their thoughts on upcoming movies and TV shows, including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot, Blood of Zeus season 2, Bridgerton season 3, and the animated Transformers movie. They also review the movies Fallout, Abigail, Civil War, The Ministry of Ungentimately Warfare, and Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver. Overall, they have mixed opinions on the movies and shows, with some enjoying them and others feeling disappointed or underwhelmed. In this conversation, Mondy and Julien discuss various topics including their thoughts on the movie Rebel Moon, the possibility of Leonardo DiCaprio playing Lex Luthor, the idea of finishing the Justice League trilogy in animated form, and the potential revival of Vine. They also touch on other news such as J.K. Rowling's comments, 50 Cent's new film studio, and the casting of Keanu Reeves as Shadow in Sonic 3. The conversation concludes with their thoughts on upcoming releases and the future of Vine.

The conversation begins with a discussion about the TV show/docuseries Freaknik and the documentary Quiet on the Set. They share their thoughts and opinions on these shows, with Mondy discussing his personal connection to Freaknik as someone who grew up in Atlanta. They then move on to review the movies Roadhouse, Immaculate, American Fiction, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, and Godzilla vs. Kong. They share their overall impressions and ratings for each film. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Godzilla vs. Kong movie, the amount of destruction in movies, upcoming projects like Joker 2, Smallville sequel series, and a Venom animated project. They also talk about the Spider-Verse short, Scarlett Johansson potentially leading the next Jurassic World film, renewals and delays of TV shows like Power Book 3 and Euphoria, and upcoming movies like Happy Gilmore 2 and The Sims. They share their thoughts on the Good Times revival, Star Trek 4, and The Penguin Show trailer. In this conversation, Mondy and Juilen discuss various trailers and tidbits from the entertainment industry. They share their thoughts on the Star Wars series 'The Acolyte' and express excitement about its setting and characters. They also discuss the use of the volume in filmmaking and the concerns of Star Wars fans regarding canon. The conversation then moves on to other trailers, including 'Unfrozen', 'Herald and the Purple Crayon', 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', and 'Bad Boys Ride or Die'. They share their opinions on each trailer and express their anticipation for the 'Bad Boys' movie. They also discuss the announcement of a Dragon Ball theme park in Saudi Arabia.

00:00

Introduction and Discussion of Freaknik

02:57

Review of Freaknik

07:22

Movie Reviews: Roadhouse and Immaculate

08:01

Movie Review: American Fiction

10:41

Movie Review: Ghostbusters Frozen Empire

31:12

Upcoming Movies: Joker 2, Smallville Animated Sequel, and Jurassic World

36:34

Renewals and Delays: Power Book 3 and Euphoria Season 3

37:53

Speculating on the Future of TV Shows

38:51

The Challenges of Scheduling A-List Stars

40:01

Upcoming Movies: Happy Gilmore 2 and The Sims

40:21

The Controversy of Live-Action Popeye Movie

40:39

The Never Ending Story Reboot

41:05

Rebooting Pirates of the Caribbean

41:30

Top Gun 3 and Star Trek 4

42:10

New Peaky Blinders Movie

43:45

The Good Times Revival

45:05

Jerry Seinfeld's Unfrozen and Other Movie Trailers

46:17

The Acolyte Trailer and Star Wars Fandom

47:30

The Penguin Show and Star Trek 4

49:02

Dragon Ball Theme Park in Saudi Arabia