The Cynical Optimists

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The Cynical Optimists (or "CynOpt") is a completed fortnightly podcast which covered the film, TV and gaming news of the week as well as a discussion about a new release film or game, or a discussion ... more

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How many episodes does The Cynical Optimists have?

The podcast currently has 66 episodes available.

The Cynical Optimists episodes:

December 17, 2018 Into the Spider-Verse - The Cynical Optimists #44
Phill and Nick discuss Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse alongside the film, tv and gaming news of the week. Show outline with time stamps below.
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Check out The Cynical Optimist Blog:
http://cynoptblog.blogspot.co.uk/
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http://www.twitter.com/cynoptpodcast
-CREDITS-
The Cynical Optimists is created and hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow (@haddowinc)
Nick "NGM" Mortimer (@MickNortimer)
Logo by Nick
Cynical Optimists Theme and Stingers by Joe Hayward
Edited by Phill
Show Outline and Time Stamps:
0:00:40 Skip the intro
0:02:42 TV/Film News
- Robert Downey Jr. Car Ad gives potential Avengers 4 spoilers
- BOND25 Update: Rami Malek to be the villain?
- Playmobile Movie Trailer
- Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Poster
- Update on The Mandalorian
- Doctor Who New Years Fan Theories
- Watership Down Remake
0:25:41 Gaming News
- Epic Games New Store: What is it and Should you check it out?
- Street Fighter V gets in-game ads
- Game Awards increases viewership
- Police join in for some Smash Bros.
- Mega Man toys shipping after Christmas
0:49:02 Discussion: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Phill and Nick discuss the new Sony animation, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Spoilers from 0:59:08.
1:10:44 Don't @ Me and Outro
Nick talks about a Sam Raimi's final Spider-Man film in "Don't @ Me".
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1h 17min
December 11, 2018 Avengers: Endgame & Smash Bros Ultimate - The Cynical Optimists #43
Phill and Nick discuss the trailer for Avengers: Endgame as well as Super Smash Bros Ultimate alongside the film, tv and gaming news of the week. Show outline with time stamps below.
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Check out The Cynical Optimist Blog:
http://cynoptblog.blogspot.co.uk/
Follow us on Twitter for updates, news and the occasional joke:
http://www.twitter.com/cynoptpodcast
-CREDITS-
The Cynical Optimists is created and hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow (@haddowinc)
Nick "NGM" Mortimer (@MickNortimer)
Logo by Nick
Cynical Optimists Theme and Stingers by Joe Hayward
Edited by Nick
Show Outline and Time Stamps:
0:00:28 Skip the intro
0:01:22 TV/Film News
- Cruella De Vill
- Oscars controversy
- Captain Marvel
0:12:36 Gaming News
- Bethesda Leak
- Game Awards 2018
- The Outer Worlds
0:37:51 Discussion 1: Avengers: Endgame
Phill and Nick discuss the trailer for the new superhero team-up.
0:46:50 Discussion 2: Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Phill and Nick discuss Mario and co's new brawler.
0:55:41 Don't @ Me and Outro
Phill talks about a surprisingly good anime feature film in "Don't @ Me".
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1h 5min
December 03, 2018 Ralph Breaks the Internet - The Cynical Optimists #42
Phill and Nick discuss Ralph Breaks the Internet alongside the film, tv and gaming news of the week. Show outline with time stamps below.
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Subscribe for podcasts, gaming and more!
Check out The Cynical Optimist Blog:
http://cynoptblog.blogspot.co.uk/
Follow us on Twitter for updates, news and the occasional joke:
http://www.twitter.com/cynoptpodcast
-CREDITS-
The Cynical Optimists is created and hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow (@haddowinc)
Nick "NGM" Mortimer (@MickNortimer)
Logo by Nick
Cynical Optimists Theme and Stingers by Joe Hayward
Edited by Phill
Show Outline and Time Stamps:
0:00:40 Skip the intro
0:02:30 TV/Film News
- Daredevil Cancelled
- New star for Moffat's Dracula
- Lion King Trailer
- Upcoming DC Movies
0:27:09 Gaming News
- Fallout 76's PR Nightmare and Bethesda
- Nintendo end YouTube Creator Programme
- "Mushroom Racing" knock-off kart racing tournament
- Golden Joystick Awards
- Pokemon break records on Switch
- Batman Arkham Collection on Xbox One
- Pirhanna Plant amiibo shortage in Japan
1:06:34 Discussion: Ralph Breaks the Internet
Phill and Nick discuss the sequel to 2013's Wreck it Ralph, Ralph Breaks the Internet.
1:33:37 Don't @ Me and Outro
Nick talks about a good 70s style horror remake in "Don't @ Me".
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1h 41min
November 19, 2018 The Crimes of Grindelwald - The Cynical Optimists #41
New theme, new ways to listen and new stories to discuss - The Cynical Optimists podcast is back! The topic for this week: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Show outline with time stamps below.
Subscribe for podcasts, gaming and more!
Check out The Cynical Optimist Blog:
http://cynoptblog.blogspot.co.uk/
Follow us on Twitter for updates, news and the occasional joke:
http://www.twitter.com/cynoptpodcast
-CREDITS-
Cynical Optimists is created and hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow (@haddowinc)
Nick "NGM" Mortimer (@MickNortimer)
Logo by Nick
Cynical Optimists *NEW* Theme and Stingers by Joe Hayward
Edited by Nick
Show Outline and Time Stamps:
0:01:01 Skip the intro
0:04:39 TV/Film News
- Disney+
- Doctor Who New Year's Special
- Detective Pikachu
- Stan Lee
0:23:36 Gaming News
- Nintendo Lawsuit
- Steam's 'Free Games' Bug
- Game Award Nominations
- Telltale's Bankruptcy
0:57:50 Discussion: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
Phill and Nick go full opinionated on the latest film in the Wizarding World.
1:37:51 Don't @ Me and Outro
Phill talks about one of his favourite TV shows in "Don't @ Me".
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1h 49min
November 12, 2018 The Amazing Batman Quiz - The Cynical Optimists #40
Vicky from ABK hosts and Brad joins the hosts as contestants in The Amazing Batman Quiz. Who will triumph in their knowledge of Gotham's Dark Knight? Show notes with time stamps below.
The Cynical Optimists is hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow
Nick "NGM" Mortimer
Guest starring Vicky "VicStar" Haddow and Brad Hall.
Episode edited by Phill
New theme song by Joe Hayward
NB: The intro and stingers are still WIP so give us feedback!
Watch on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/0jbaT82HQMQ
Follow us on Twitter:
http://www.twitter.com/CynOptPodcast
Show Notes and Time Stamps:
0:00:48 Skip the intro
0:02:02 Round 1: Secret Identities
The contestants need to come up with their own secret identities and then see which characters they know the alter ego of!
0:15:55 Round 2: Perfect Performers, Evil Punchlines and the Goodest of Guys
The contestants have their knowledge of actors and actresses who have played key roles in Bat-media put to the test.
0:38:42 Round 3: Round Robin
A general knowledge round based on the Boy Wonder, Robin.
0:46:58 Round 4: That's What He Said
Batman said it - but which one, in which film?
0:51:13 Bonus Round: Adam West or Adam West?
Contestants have to work out whether a line is from the late Adam West in his role on the 1960s Batman TV show or as Mayor West in Family Guy.
0:57:58 Results and Outro
Who has won the amazing quiz?
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1h 1min
November 05, 2018 Mega Man 11 - The Cynical Optimists #39
New theme, new ways to listen and new stories to discuss - The Cynical Optimists podcast is back! The topic for this week: Mega Man 11. Show notes with time stamps below.
The Cynical Optimists is hosted by
Phill "haddowinc" Haddow
Nick "NGM" Mortimer
Episode edited by Phill
New theme song by Joe Hayward
NB: The intro and stingers are still WIP so give us feedback!
Watch on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/yu8p7nOF8Ys
Follow us on Twitter:
http://www.twitter.com/CynOptPodcast
Show Notes and Time Stamps:
0:00:44 Skip the intro
0:03:55 TV/Film News
- Weird Sequels
- Unconfirmed Boba Fett film not confirmed
- New MCU Shows for new Disney streaming service
- Bane in "Gotham"
- "What We Do in the Shadows" Teasers
- FX do a deal with the BBC
- Dragon Ball Super: Broly getting novelisation
0:23:17 Gaming News
- Crunch, Telltale and Rockstar
- Final Smash Bros. direct
- PlayStation Classic Games Line-Up
- Spider-Man devs respond to "Puddlegate" with patch
0:56:19 Discussion: MEGA MAN 11
Phill and Nick break down the blue bombers latest outing.
1:13:08 Don't @ Me and Outro
Nick introduces a new section to talk about an unpopular opinion in "Don't @ Me".
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1h 21min

FAQs about The Cynical Optimists:

How many episodes does The Cynical Optimists have?

The podcast currently has 66 episodes available.