Set your profile icon, because Episode 301 goes full cinematic cage match as we throw eight streaming giants into a single-elimination showdown. Who keeps autoplaying their way to victory? Who freezes on the loading screen? And which service becomes the true King of the Content Jungle

Topics: Wpg Comic Con 2025/Cute As Can Be Vendor Shoutout/London Listens To The Show?/We Love Paul Gross/

We also roll out fresh reviews including:

MJ: The Musical

IT: Welcome to Derry

Netflix’s Frankenstein

Featuring: Michael Petrow, Jimmy Skinner & Charles Fernandes

December 6th – Little Brown Jug Brewery 335 William Ave, Wpg, MB

5 rounds of Trivia/Ugly Sweater Contest/Cosplay Face-Off/ Christmas Coloring Contest

Prizes, laughs, drinks, and probably at least one Krampus question argument.

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Credits

The Reel Debaters Podcast is produced by Sick Bad Panda Studios in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

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In this episode of The Reel Debaters Podcast, we sit down with the creative minds behind The End Of Our Own Making — a tense, character-driven Winnipeg production that explores the fallout of an active shooter targeting the staff of a private security company.

Host Michael Petrow is joined by writer/director Cam Paterson, actors Darcy Fehr and Suzanne Pringle, and director of photography Ryan Herdman to unpack the emotional weight, creative process, and technical challenges of bringing such a raw and relevant story to life.

From crafting tension in confined spaces to navigating the emotional toll of portraying trauma, the team dives deep into what it means to tell a story that reflects both humanity’s fragility and resilience.

They also discuss:

• How the script evolved from concept to screen
• The importance of authenticity in performance and production
• Capturing intensity through cinematography and sound
• The collaborative spirit of Manitoba’s film community
• Why The End Of Our Own Making is more than just a thriller—it’s a mirror to the world we live in

Whether you’re a filmmaker, cinephile, or supporter of local cinema, this episode shines a spotlight on the depth and talent of Manitoba’s indie film scene.

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It’s our 300th episode, and we’re celebrating with a scream! The Reel Debaters mark this milestone by facing off in one wicked debate:

What’s the best Halloween special — movie or TV?

From nostalgic sitcoms to cult horror flicks, each debater brings their own version of Halloween greatness to the ring:

Emily enchants the room with Buffy the Vampire Slayer, WandaVision, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, and Hocus Pocus.

Charles brings chaos with That ’70s Show Halloween Special, Goosebumps, Mars Attacks!, and Freddy vs. Jason.

Michael keeps it weird with Ernest Scared Stupid, Donnie Darko, The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror, and Stranger Things.

We break down the contenders, set the scene, and go all-in on the debate because someone has to bring order to all this.

**Apologies, the gain was up on this recording, so think of the white noise as ambiance** (last episode in the batch with these issues)

One Battle After Another

Arcane

Monster Ed Gein

Host(s): Michael Petrow, Charles Fernandes, Emily Clark

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Producers: Charles Fernandes, Emily Clark

Editing & Mixing: Michael Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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What happens when Hollywood’s biggest characters get stranded on a deserted island with nothing but their egos, alliances, and a few hidden immunity idols? Welcome to The Reel Debaters’ Survivor Island — where we take some of our favorite movie heroes, villains, and misfits and throw them into a cinematic version of Survivor using the modern 26-day format.

We break down the tribes, alliances, and inevitable betrayals as these on-screen legends battle it out for the ultimate title: Sole Survivor of Cinema.

Will John Wick build a shelter or burn it down? Can Elle Woods out-charm the jury? And what happens when Tony Stark tries to “optimize” camp life?

Tickets on sale for trivia on October 17th at Little Brown Jug, Winnipeg, MB

End credit trailer about The Big Bang Theory and Emily's vape-filled summer adventures

Host(s): Michael Petrow, Jimmy Skinner, Emily Clark

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Producers: Jimmy Skinner, Emily Clark

Editing & Mixing: Michael Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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Halloween Trivia+ with The Reel Debaters Podcast

🎃 Love scary movies? Prove it!

Join The Reel Debaters Podcast for Halloween Movie Trivia at Little Brown Jug.

🗓 Oct 17 | Doors 6:45 PM | $15

💀 5 rounds of fright-filled trivia

🎭 Costume contest

🩸 Horror-themed adult colouring

🍺 Creepy brews

🏆 Prizes for champs, best costume & colouring

Grab your ghoul squad & survive the night!

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This week, we sit down with writer-director Coby Friesen to talk about his haunting and provocative new short film, Cruising Gamorah — a bold exploration of faith, repression, and desire set against the eerie calm of a reportedly haunted creek. Childhood friends Chris and Alex reunite for a camping trip that spirals into tension, temptation, and truth as their worldviews — and hidden feelings — collide under a dark, watching presence.

We dig into the film’s origins, the creative balance between spirituality and sexuality, and how Colby crafted such an emotionally charged story within Winnipeg’s thriving indie scene.

*We got new mics, so we're working out the tiny hum you hear in this one, apologies from the kitchen*

Host: Michael Petrow

Guest: Coby Friesen

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Coby Friesen Wins 13th Annual RBC $10,000 Emerging Filmmaker Pitch Competition

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Then come play a killer game of Halloween Movie Trivia with The Reel Debaters Podcast at Little Brown Jug,

🗓️ October 17th | Doors 6:45 PM | $15

Because on this night… “we all float down here.” 💀

🧠 5 rounds of fright-filled movie trivia

🎭 Costume Competition — come dressed to slay (literally)

🩸 Horror-Themed Adult Colouring Contest — because even monsters need to stay inside the lines

🍺 Blood-curdling brews on tap

🏆 Sinister prizes for the trivia champs, best costume, and creepiest colouring

So grab your ghoul squad, summon your knowledge, and prepare for a night where only the smartest survive the slaughter.

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Who is the greatest wrestler-turned-actor of all time? From Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s box-office domination to Dave Bautista’s dramatic chops, John Cena’s comedic timing, and Roddy Piper’s cult hero status, the Reel Debaters step into the ring for a 12-actor single-elimination showdown to crown the ultimate crossover champion.

We break down the contenders, set the scene, and go all-in on the debate because someone has to bring order to all this cinematic chaos.

Body Slams to Box Office – Why Wrestlers Make the Best Action Stars

That Funny Moment - When someone argues that The Rock is better with than without hair...?

Host(s): Michael Petrow, Jimmy Skinner, Charles Fernandes

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Producers: Jimmy Skinner, Charles Fernnandes

Editing & Mixing: Michael Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg, MB

Who takes the belt — The Rock, Cena, Bautista, or a dark horse like Roddy Piper?

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🎃👻 HALLOWEEN TRIVIA+ with The Reel Debaters Podcast! 👻🎃

Winnipeg, it’s time to test your spooky smarts! Join us at Little Brown Jug (336 William Ave) on Thursday, Oct 17 for 5 rounds of Halloween + movie trivia (including a surprise round from the LBJ crew!), a full-on costume contest, and even a Halloween colouring contest.

🍺 Seating 6:45 PM | 🎬 Trivia 7:30 PM | 💵 $15 on Eventbrite.

Beer, brains & bragging rights await…

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Winnipeg Comic Con Panel 2025, October 24th-26th

"The Lord Of The Streams"

One Streaming Platform to Rule Them All.

Stay tuned for times and location.

This week on The Reel Debaters, we put the spotlight on one of modern cinema’s most fearless filmmakers: Paul Thomas Anderson. From the wild nights of Boogie Nights to the quiet tension of Phantom Thread, PTA has built a career on characters who burn, ache, and sometimes explode.

Is he one of the last true auteurs working today?

How does he slip so seamlessly between genres without losing his voice?

Would he ever embrace streaming, or is the theater his only home?

And with his upcoming film One Battle After Another, what past PTA films feel like battles in their own right?

Also in This Episode:

🍸 The rise, fall, and rise again of Boogie Nights

🛢️ Milkshakes, madness, and mastery in There Will Be Blood

🎤 Ensemble casts that feel like the Avengers of acting (minus the spandex)

The Girlfriend

The Paper

Host(s): Micheal Petrow Tony Buccini

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Editing & Mixing: Micheal Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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🎃👻 HALLOWEEN TRIVIA+ with The Reel Debaters Podcast! 👻🎃

Tickets on sale here!

Join us at Little Brown Jug in Winnipeg for a spook-tacular night of laughs, scares, and brain-busting fun!

🧛‍♂️ 5 Frightening Rounds of Trivia

🧟 Cosplay/Costume Contest (Bring your creepiest, funniest, or most creative look!)

🎨 Halloween Colouring Contest (Yes, adults can colour outside the lines too.)

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What if Stephen King’s The Long Walk didn’t star a bunch of random teenagers… but instead your favorite TV and movie characters?

We’ll debate:

• Who gets cast in this twisted endurance test?
• What cinematic levels, scenes, and rules shape the road ahead?
• What prizes could make the suffering worth it?

Think The Hunger Games meets The Truman Show with a dash of Wipeout. It’s a mash-up only we could dream up, and the results are hilarious, chaotic, and maybe just a little cruel.

-Standing Ovations

-The SNL change-up

-An end credit where Jimmy works on his pronunciation

Hosts: MIcheal Petrow, Jimmy Skinner, Charles Fernandes

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Producers: Jimmy Skinner, Charles Fernandes

Editing & Mixing: Michael Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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Five years ago, Steve and Michael cracked open too many drinks, fired up Bubba Ho-Tep on Tubi, and decided to attempt a watch-along.

Blue Suede Booze is now being heard for the first time because, wow, can we get distracted and forget we're recording...

What started as a casual commentary turned into ad-break insults, behind-the-scenes trivia, and the occasional (read: frequent) long pause of wheezy, drunken laughter.

In this episode, we revisit that wild night of Elvis vs. an ancient mummy, celebrate why Bruce Campbell is the undeniable GOAT of cult cinema, and stumble our way through insights about prosthetics, Don Coscarelli’s directing, and the strange beauty of this weird little horror gem.

Host(s): MIcheal Petrow, Steve Taylor

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Editing & Mixing: MIcheal Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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The Reel Debaters went full Minion mode this week as we set up shop at Movies in the Park for a live commentary on Despicable Me 4!

-How we got kicked off the stage by a recording from our hosting duties

-Should voice actors always change their voice, or is it okay to bring their own sound to the mic?

-What really went on behind the scenes to turn a villain and his Minions into a global animated empire?

-Which childhood animated favorites still hold up—and which deserve to be sent to the “Gru’s gadgets gone wrong” pile?

-And of course, we dive deep into the DreamWorks / Illumination cinematic universe, because nothing says “family fun” like corporate synergy and fart jokes.

From banana-level brilliance to plots that feel a little despicable, we’re breaking it all down with laughs, tangents, and a little nostalgia sprinkled in.

Grab your popcorn, watch out for stray freeze rays, and join us for a night where the only thing more animated than the screen… is us.

Host(s): Michael Petrow, Jimmy Skinner, Charles Fernandes

Executive Producer: Michael Petrow

Producers: Jimmy Skinner and Charles Fernandes

Editing & Mixing: Michael Petrow

Recorded at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios, Winnipeg

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