The Ringer-Verse

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'The Ringer-Verse' is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom. Hosted by a rotating lineup of The Ringer’s expert superfans—including The Midnight Boys Van Lathan and Charles Holmes and Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson from 'The House of R’—episodes provide energetic instant reactions to the latest releases, immersive deep dives on story themes and canon, mind-bending theories, and fresh takes on all of the superhero, sci-fi, and fantasy stories you love, from the MCU to 'Star Wars', DC to 'Game of Thrones', and beyond.

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Microsoft Leaks, ‘Mortal Ko...

09.22.2023

Ben and Jess react to this week’s revelations about Microsoft’s Xbox plans and discuss why gaming leaks cause such a sensation (2:30), then compare their philosophies about exploiting glitches to make money in games (10:40). After that, they review the ...

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09.22.2023 Microsoft Leaks, ‘Mortal Kombat 1’ Review, and a Preview of ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’ Ben and Jess react to this week’s revelations about Microsoft’s Xbox plans and discuss why gaming leaks cause such a sensation (2:30), then compare their philosophies about exploiting glitches to make money in games (10:40). After that, they review the ...
09.20.2023 'Ahsoka' Episode 6 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys Thrawn is here, and the Midnight Boys are giving you their instant reactions to the latest episode of 'Ahsoka' (07:01). They also discuss the wild events that led to the return of a major character, as well as what they're ...
09.18.2023 'Foundation' Season 2 Reactions Ben Lindbergh is joined by Ringer staff writer Miles Surrey to share their thoughts on Season 2 of Apple TV+'s sci-fi drama 'Foundation.' They discuss the season's strong second half (2:45), some of the 'Game of Thrones' similarities, their favorite ...
09.15.2023 ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Finale Reactions \| Mint Edition Listen as Jess, Jomi, and Steve jump back into the world of ‘Harley Quinn’ and share their thoughts and feelings on both the season finale and Season 4 of the show as a whole. They also look at the trailer ...
09.13.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The lesson is simple: live or die. The Midnight Boys return to talk the thrilling mid-season episode of 'Ahsoka' (13:20). They discuss the emotional conflict between Ahsoka and Anakin and whether this truly is Dave Filoni's masterpiece. Hosts: Van Lathan, ...
09.08.2023 RPG Blowout: The Massive Worlds of 'Starfield' and 'Baldur's Gate 3' Ben and Jess are here to explore brave new worlds with two of the year's biggest games! They dive spoiler-free into the highly anticipated Bethesda Game 'Starfield' and travel through deep space (11:12). Later, they look at the role-playing sensation ...
09.06.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The fallen Jedi will rise again, and so must the Midnight Boys! They are here to give their instant reactions to this week's episode of 'Ahsoka' (07:34). They also dive into the epic conflict between Ahsoka and Baylan in the ...
09.05.2023 Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Season 1 Instant Reactions Charles Holmes is joined by Jessica Clemons and Justin Charity to discuss Netflix’s latest anime turned live-action series, ‘One Piece.’ They give context pertaining to the ‘One Piece’ manga and anime and discuss why American live action inspired by anime ...
09.02.2023 'My Adventures With Superman' Season 1 Reactions \| The Midnight Boys Up in the sky! The Midnight Boys are back with another episode to recap the full season of animated hit 'My Adventures With Superman' (15:02). They break down why they love this latest outing with Clark Kent and the beloved ...
08.30.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 3 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The Midnight Boys are back to guide you through Episode 3 of ‘Ahsoka.’ The guys discuss their overall feelings on the episode, debate how enjoyable the space battle scene was, and much more. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, and Jomi ...
08.28.2023 Here Comes the Pitch: 'Star Wars' Edition \| Mint Edition Steve, Jess, and Jomi are joined by The Ringer’s Daniel Chin to pitch their own live-action 'Star Wars' shows starring a beloved animated character that has not yet had their own story. Their pitches feature a main plotline revolving around ...
08.23.2023 'Ahsoka' Season Premiere Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The Midnight Boys are back and ready to venture to a galaxy far, far away for the mega two-part series premiere of the long-awaited 'Ahsoka' (07:15). They talk about the live-action reunion of the heroes from the animated show 'Rebels,' ...
08.21.2023 Face-Your-Fears Game Swap: ‘Braid’ and ‘Outlast’\| Button Mash In their first in-person podcast recording, Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons deliver an update on Jess’s love life in ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ (4:43), discuss whether 2023 is shaping up to be an all-time-great gaming year (9:33), and then review the ...
08.18.2023 ‘Blue Beetle’ Instant Reactions \| House of Midnight Van, Joanna, and Jomi come together as a family to give their instant reactions to DC’s latest film, ‘Blue Beetle’ (08:51). They discuss the heartfelt story of the Reyes family at the core of the film (17:53), some of the ...
08.17.2023 The 'Ahsoka' Primer Watch List: One Episode to Understand Each Character \| House of R They are no Jedi! But Mal and Jo are back to help you prep for the impending live-action 'Star Wars' series 'Ahsoka' by sharing their watch list of the most illuminating previous 'Star Wars' episodes to boot up in order ...
08.14.2023 ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Check-in \| Mint Edition Steve, Jess, and Jomi are back to give their midseason thoughts on Season 4 of ‘Harley Quinn.’ The crew talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the latest season, discusses Harley’s incorporation into the Bat Family, and ranks the show ...
08.11.2023 ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 2 Reactions Ben and Joanna boldly go where no pod has gone before as they explore Season 2 of ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.’ They start by discussing their personal journeys with ‘Star Trek’ and evaluating the current start of ‘Star Trek’ ...
08.09.2023 Questions on the State of the MCU \| The Midnight Boys In this mega-sized episode, the Midnight Boys take on the burning questions about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (10:24). They also bring forth their biggest quandaries about what the MCU can do moving forward (39:44). Later, they are ...
08.07.2023 The Immensity of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and a Breakthrough Year for Video Game Adaptations \| Button Mash Press play on the latest episode of ‘Button Mash’ where Ben Lindbergh and Jess Clemons discuss Jess’s early, spoiler-free impressions of RPG sensation ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and examine the upsides and downsides of gigantic games (0:48). Later on, they review ...
08.04.2023 Tropes Course: Enemies to Lovers and ‘Good Omens’ Season Two \| House of R We are neither too prejudiced nor prideful! It is time for another ‘House of R’ deep dive into ‘Good Omens’ Season 2 (07:30)! Afterwards Mal and Jo offer up their tropes course on the "Enemies to Lovers" trope throughout literature, ...
08.03.2023 'Loki' Season 2 Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down the newest trailer for 'Loki' Season 2, speculating on who Ke Huy Quan's character is (1:47), talking about the importance of key lime pie (6:15), and explaining why Wisconsin could be so important to this ...
08.02.2023 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' Instant Reactions + Loki Season 2 Trailer \| The Midnight Boys Go ninja, go! It's time to uncover the secret of the ooze as the Midnight Boys give their instant reactions to the animation bonanza 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' (07:41). They break down the jokes and iconic villains, as ...
08.01.2023 'The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 2) Reactions \| Mint Edition Jess, Jomi, and Steve are back to guide you through part 2 of the third season of ‘The Witcher.’ The trio discusses Henry Cavil’s last run on the show, the best and worst of the wigs in this season, and ...
07.30.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 6 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons might not be a Mega Super Skrull, but she is our expert when it comes to looking at the biggest easter eggs in Episode 6 of 'Secret Invasion.' Jess takes a look at the Gravik speech (2:50), all ...
07.29.2023 Summer Mailbag: The 'Secret Invasion' Finale, Toy Movies in a Post-'Barbie' World, 'Ahsoka' Anticipation, and More! \| House of R Mal and Jo open up the mailbag and answer questions about ‘Secret Invasion,’ ‘Doctor Who,’ ‘Ahsoka,’ book recommendations, and much more (17:16)! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ...
07.27.2023 'Gen V' Teaser Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down the latest teaser trailer for 'Gen V,' a spinoff of 'The Boys.' She dives into who all the new characters are, discusses the larger connections to 'The Boys,' and speculates on what could happen in ...
07.26.2023 'Secret Invasion' Finale Reactions and "Barbenheimer" Weekend \| The Midnight Boys The Invasion is complete and it is time for the Midnight Boys to give their final thoughts on the finale of 'Secret Invasion' (08:31). They ponder where this leaves the rest of the MCU and what they hope comes after. ...
07.24.2023 'Pikmin 4' and the Nintendo Franchise Draft \| Button Mash Ben and Jess welcome you to 'Button Mash' with their impressions of 'Pikmin 4' and the 'Pikmin' franchise (09:45). Later on, they draft their personal favorite Nintendo franchises throughout the years (26:07). Finally, Ben sells Jessica on the latest video ...
07.23.2023 ‘Barbie’ Reactions \| Mint Edition Steve, Jessica, and Jomi are back to share their reactions to the latest film in fandom, ‘Barbie.’ Listen as the crew discusses whether this is a movie for children, highlight some of the film’s funniest moments, and dive into some ...
07.22.2023 A 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (Part 3) \| House of R Mal and Jo are back with Part 3 of their dive into 'Doctor Who.' They describe their emotions as David Tennant's run as The Doctor comes to an end (12:36), their love for Donna (49:19), and much more. Hosts: Mallory ...
07.21.2023 'Secret Invasion’ Episode 5 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is back to take a look at some of the biggest Easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 5, including Gravik's ruthlessness against his own people (2:25), the Harvest (5:39), and some fun connections to 'Black Widow' (8:12). Host: ...
07.19.2023 Double Feature Draft: The Greatest Toys and the Best Movie Explosions \| The Midnight Boys Here comes the boom! In celebration of the 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' releases, the Midnight Boys are giving you their first double feature draft! A two-part draft of the best toys ever (09:30) and cinema's most incredible explosions (59:18). Join them ...
07.16.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 4 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down all the easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4, including the de-aging of Nick Fury (1:19); Raymond Carver's book of poems, 'A New Path to the Waterfall' (1:50); a possible X-Men connection (5:40); and a ...
07.14.2023 The Best of the Year (So Far)! \| House of R Do you want the best? Well, you got it! Mal and Jo are here to give you each their top ten best recommendations in the world of fandom so far (12:26). From movies to shows to everything in between, they ...
07.12.2023 'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' Reactions, and 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4 \| The Midnight Boys This pod, should you choose to accept it, will be about Ethan Hunt's biggest mission yet, and dive into reactions to 'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' (05:19). Later, the boys will discuss their reactions to the latest episode of 'Secret ...
07.10.2023 Revisiting 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' on its 20th Anniversary It's time to turn back the clock, as Ben and Jessica take it back to BioWare's seminal game, 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' as the iconic game reaches its 20th anniversary (06:56). They discuss the game's impact on ...
07.09.2023 'Secret Invasion’ Episode 3 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons returns with another Easter Egg breakdown, this time on Episode 3 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She dives into who some of the Skrull infiltrators are (0:36), the Varra-Priscilla connection (2:33), the ‘Iron Man 3’ connection, and a potential Skrull ...
07.07.2023 'Silo' Season One and 'Secret Invasion' Episode Three \| House of R We do not know who built the pod, but Joanna and Mal are here to find out! The House of R takes a look at the breakout sci-fi hit 'Silo' for this week's podcast (06:48). Later, they dive into the ...
07.05.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 3 Instant Reactions, and the Midnight Magna Carta \| The Midnight Boys There is trouble in paradise for Nick Fury. The Midnight Boys are back to sink their teeth into Episode 3 of 'Secret Invasion' and break down the twists and turns of Fury and the Skrulls (06:17). Later, the boys give ...
07.03.2023 ‘The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 1) Reactions \| Mint Edition Steve, Jomi, and Jess are back to dive into the magical world of ‘The Witcher’ in the show’s third season. The trio looks at some of the strengths of the show, Henry Cavill’s performance, what his departure could mean for ...
07.02.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 2 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is back with an Easter Egg breakdown of Episode 2 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She checks out if we’ve seen any of the Skrulls in previous MCU entries (0:50), breaks down the Nick Fury and James Rhodey scene (11:41), ...
06.30.2023 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Plus James Mangold \| The House of Midnight It's time for another adventure! Joanna, Mal, and Van saddle up for another round with Indiana Jones and give their reactions to his latest adventure (05:27). They also discuss the hubris of Indy villains and how this film carries that ...
06.30.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Deep Dive \| House of R They're all here! The 'House of R' crew returns to dive deep into the second episode of 'Secret Invasion' (11:36). They discuss the origins of Gravik and Nick Fury's relationship, as well as the betrayal that came with humanity and ...
06.28.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Instant Reactions, and the Superman Casting News \| The Midnight Boys You won't find any better-looking Skrulls than this! It's time for the Midnight Boys to give their reactions to the second episode of 'Secret Invasion' (05:11). They break down what might be happening in a potential plot to develop the ...
06.26.2023 Nintendo Direct News and 'Final Fantasy XVI' Spoiler-Free Reactions \| Button Mash It is time to boot up again and dive into the world of video games with Ben, Jessica, and Justin! In this episode, they discuss the latest news from this month's Nintendo Direct, and all of the news of remakes ...
06.25.2023 The ‘Secret Invasion’ Premiere Skrull Reveal Implications and Theories [VIDEO] Join Jessica Clemons as she parses the big reveal in the opening moments of ‘Secret Invasion,’ the newest Marvel show on Disney+. Jessica assesses potential body-swap timelines using clues from prior MCU phases (3:00), looks ahead to the ramifications of ...
06.24.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 1 Deep Dive \| House of R Who’s a Skrull? Who’s a human? Mal and Jo are here to break it all down as they talk about the first episode of Marvel’s new show, ‘Secret Invasion.’ They start with a little comic and spy craft history (9:15). ...
06.21.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 1 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The invasion is upon us, and the Midnight Boys are here to find out who the spies are! Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve are here to break down their instant reactions to the newest MCU TV show, 'Secret Invasion' (04:18). ...
06.18.2023 ‘Elemental’ Reaction \| Mint Edition Steve, Jomi, and Jess react to the newest installment from Pixar, ‘Elemental.’ They discuss the art direction and animation of the film, where this movie ranks in the Pixar catalog, and much more. Hosts: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, and Jessica ...
06.16.2023 ‘The Flash’ Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The time has finally come. The Midnight Boys are here to move at light speed and give their instant reactions to the latest DC film, ‘The Flash’ (06:33). They break down the things they liked and what didn't work so ...

Older episodes

09.22.2023 Microsoft Leaks, ‘Mortal Kombat 1’ Review, and a Preview of ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’ Ben and Jess react to this week’s revelations about Microsoft’s Xbox plans and discuss why gaming leaks cause such a sensation (2:30), then compare their philosophies about exploiting glitches to make money in games (10:40). After that, they review the ...
09.20.2023 'Ahsoka' Episode 6 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys Thrawn is here, and the Midnight Boys are giving you their instant reactions to the latest episode of 'Ahsoka' (07:01). They also discuss the wild events that led to the return of a major character, as well as what they're ...
09.18.2023 'Foundation' Season 2 Reactions Ben Lindbergh is joined by Ringer staff writer Miles Surrey to share their thoughts on Season 2 of Apple TV+'s sci-fi drama 'Foundation.' They discuss the season's strong second half (2:45), some of the 'Game of Thrones' similarities, their favorite ...
09.15.2023 ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Finale Reactions \| Mint Edition Listen as Jess, Jomi, and Steve jump back into the world of ‘Harley Quinn’ and share their thoughts and feelings on both the season finale and Season 4 of the show as a whole. They also look at the trailer ...
09.13.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The lesson is simple: live or die. The Midnight Boys return to talk the thrilling mid-season episode of 'Ahsoka' (13:20). They discuss the emotional conflict between Ahsoka and Anakin and whether this truly is Dave Filoni's masterpiece. Hosts: Van Lathan, ...
09.08.2023 RPG Blowout: The Massive Worlds of 'Starfield' and 'Baldur's Gate 3' Ben and Jess are here to explore brave new worlds with two of the year's biggest games! They dive spoiler-free into the highly anticipated Bethesda Game 'Starfield' and travel through deep space (11:12). Later, they look at the role-playing sensation ...
09.06.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The fallen Jedi will rise again, and so must the Midnight Boys! They are here to give their instant reactions to this week's episode of 'Ahsoka' (07:34). They also dive into the epic conflict between Ahsoka and Baylan in the ...
09.05.2023 Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Season 1 Instant Reactions Charles Holmes is joined by Jessica Clemons and Justin Charity to discuss Netflix’s latest anime turned live-action series, ‘One Piece.’ They give context pertaining to the ‘One Piece’ manga and anime and discuss why American live action inspired by anime ...
09.02.2023 'My Adventures With Superman' Season 1 Reactions \| The Midnight Boys Up in the sky! The Midnight Boys are back with another episode to recap the full season of animated hit 'My Adventures With Superman' (15:02). They break down why they love this latest outing with Clark Kent and the beloved ...
08.30.2023 'Ahsoka’ Episode 3 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The Midnight Boys are back to guide you through Episode 3 of ‘Ahsoka.’ The guys discuss their overall feelings on the episode, debate how enjoyable the space battle scene was, and much more. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, and Jomi ...
08.28.2023 Here Comes the Pitch: 'Star Wars' Edition \| Mint Edition Steve, Jess, and Jomi are joined by The Ringer’s Daniel Chin to pitch their own live-action 'Star Wars' shows starring a beloved animated character that has not yet had their own story. Their pitches feature a main plotline revolving around ...
08.23.2023 'Ahsoka' Season Premiere Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The Midnight Boys are back and ready to venture to a galaxy far, far away for the mega two-part series premiere of the long-awaited 'Ahsoka' (07:15). They talk about the live-action reunion of the heroes from the animated show 'Rebels,' ...
08.21.2023 Face-Your-Fears Game Swap: ‘Braid’ and ‘Outlast’\| Button Mash In their first in-person podcast recording, Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons deliver an update on Jess’s love life in ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ (4:43), discuss whether 2023 is shaping up to be an all-time-great gaming year (9:33), and then review the ...
08.18.2023 ‘Blue Beetle’ Instant Reactions \| House of Midnight Van, Joanna, and Jomi come together as a family to give their instant reactions to DC’s latest film, ‘Blue Beetle’ (08:51). They discuss the heartfelt story of the Reyes family at the core of the film (17:53), some of the ...
08.17.2023 The 'Ahsoka' Primer Watch List: One Episode to Understand Each Character \| House of R They are no Jedi! But Mal and Jo are back to help you prep for the impending live-action 'Star Wars' series 'Ahsoka' by sharing their watch list of the most illuminating previous 'Star Wars' episodes to boot up in order ...
08.14.2023 ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Check-in \| Mint Edition Steve, Jess, and Jomi are back to give their midseason thoughts on Season 4 of ‘Harley Quinn.’ The crew talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the latest season, discusses Harley’s incorporation into the Bat Family, and ranks the show ...
08.11.2023 ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 2 Reactions Ben and Joanna boldly go where no pod has gone before as they explore Season 2 of ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.’ They start by discussing their personal journeys with ‘Star Trek’ and evaluating the current start of ‘Star Trek’ ...
08.09.2023 Questions on the State of the MCU \| The Midnight Boys In this mega-sized episode, the Midnight Boys take on the burning questions about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (10:24). They also bring forth their biggest quandaries about what the MCU can do moving forward (39:44). Later, they are ...
08.07.2023 The Immensity of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and a Breakthrough Year for Video Game Adaptations \| Button Mash Press play on the latest episode of ‘Button Mash’ where Ben Lindbergh and Jess Clemons discuss Jess’s early, spoiler-free impressions of RPG sensation ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and examine the upsides and downsides of gigantic games (0:48). Later on, they review ...
08.04.2023 Tropes Course: Enemies to Lovers and ‘Good Omens’ Season Two \| House of R We are neither too prejudiced nor prideful! It is time for another ‘House of R’ deep dive into ‘Good Omens’ Season 2 (07:30)! Afterwards Mal and Jo offer up their tropes course on the "Enemies to Lovers" trope throughout literature, ...
08.03.2023 'Loki' Season 2 Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down the newest trailer for 'Loki' Season 2, speculating on who Ke Huy Quan's character is (1:47), talking about the importance of key lime pie (6:15), and explaining why Wisconsin could be so important to this ...
08.02.2023 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' Instant Reactions + Loki Season 2 Trailer \| The Midnight Boys Go ninja, go! It's time to uncover the secret of the ooze as the Midnight Boys give their instant reactions to the animation bonanza 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' (07:41). They break down the jokes and iconic villains, as ...
08.01.2023 'The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 2) Reactions \| Mint Edition Jess, Jomi, and Steve are back to guide you through part 2 of the third season of ‘The Witcher.’ The trio discusses Henry Cavil’s last run on the show, the best and worst of the wigs in this season, and ...
07.30.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 6 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons might not be a Mega Super Skrull, but she is our expert when it comes to looking at the biggest easter eggs in Episode 6 of 'Secret Invasion.' Jess takes a look at the Gravik speech (2:50), all ...
07.29.2023 Summer Mailbag: The 'Secret Invasion' Finale, Toy Movies in a Post-'Barbie' World, 'Ahsoka' Anticipation, and More! \| House of R Mal and Jo open up the mailbag and answer questions about ‘Secret Invasion,’ ‘Doctor Who,’ ‘Ahsoka,’ book recommendations, and much more (17:16)! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ...
07.27.2023 'Gen V' Teaser Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down the latest teaser trailer for 'Gen V,' a spinoff of 'The Boys.' She dives into who all the new characters are, discusses the larger connections to 'The Boys,' and speculates on what could happen in ...
07.26.2023 'Secret Invasion' Finale Reactions and "Barbenheimer" Weekend \| The Midnight Boys The Invasion is complete and it is time for the Midnight Boys to give their final thoughts on the finale of 'Secret Invasion' (08:31). They ponder where this leaves the rest of the MCU and what they hope comes after. ...
07.24.2023 'Pikmin 4' and the Nintendo Franchise Draft \| Button Mash Ben and Jess welcome you to 'Button Mash' with their impressions of 'Pikmin 4' and the 'Pikmin' franchise (09:45). Later on, they draft their personal favorite Nintendo franchises throughout the years (26:07). Finally, Ben sells Jessica on the latest video ...
07.23.2023 ‘Barbie’ Reactions \| Mint Edition Steve, Jessica, and Jomi are back to share their reactions to the latest film in fandom, ‘Barbie.’ Listen as the crew discusses whether this is a movie for children, highlight some of the film’s funniest moments, and dive into some ...
07.22.2023 A 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (Part 3) \| House of R Mal and Jo are back with Part 3 of their dive into 'Doctor Who.' They describe their emotions as David Tennant's run as The Doctor comes to an end (12:36), their love for Donna (49:19), and much more. Hosts: Mallory ...
07.21.2023 'Secret Invasion’ Episode 5 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is back to take a look at some of the biggest Easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 5, including Gravik's ruthlessness against his own people (2:25), the Harvest (5:39), and some fun connections to 'Black Widow' (8:12). Host: ...
07.19.2023 Double Feature Draft: The Greatest Toys and the Best Movie Explosions \| The Midnight Boys Here comes the boom! In celebration of the 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' releases, the Midnight Boys are giving you their first double feature draft! A two-part draft of the best toys ever (09:30) and cinema's most incredible explosions (59:18). Join them ...
07.16.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 4 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is breaking down all the easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4, including the de-aging of Nick Fury (1:19); Raymond Carver's book of poems, 'A New Path to the Waterfall' (1:50); a possible X-Men connection (5:40); and a ...
07.14.2023 The Best of the Year (So Far)! \| House of R Do you want the best? Well, you got it! Mal and Jo are here to give you each their top ten best recommendations in the world of fandom so far (12:26). From movies to shows to everything in between, they ...
07.12.2023 'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' Reactions, and 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4 \| The Midnight Boys This pod, should you choose to accept it, will be about Ethan Hunt's biggest mission yet, and dive into reactions to 'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' (05:19). Later, the boys will discuss their reactions to the latest episode of 'Secret ...
07.10.2023 Revisiting 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' on its 20th Anniversary It's time to turn back the clock, as Ben and Jessica take it back to BioWare's seminal game, 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' as the iconic game reaches its 20th anniversary (06:56). They discuss the game's impact on ...
07.09.2023 'Secret Invasion’ Episode 3 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons returns with another Easter Egg breakdown, this time on Episode 3 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She dives into who some of the Skrull infiltrators are (0:36), the Varra-Priscilla connection (2:33), the ‘Iron Man 3’ connection, and a potential Skrull ...
07.07.2023 'Silo' Season One and 'Secret Invasion' Episode Three \| House of R We do not know who built the pod, but Joanna and Mal are here to find out! The House of R takes a look at the breakout sci-fi hit 'Silo' for this week's podcast (06:48). Later, they dive into the ...
07.05.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 3 Instant Reactions, and the Midnight Magna Carta \| The Midnight Boys There is trouble in paradise for Nick Fury. The Midnight Boys are back to sink their teeth into Episode 3 of 'Secret Invasion' and break down the twists and turns of Fury and the Skrulls (06:17). Later, the boys give ...
07.03.2023 ‘The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 1) Reactions \| Mint Edition Steve, Jomi, and Jess are back to dive into the magical world of ‘The Witcher’ in the show’s third season. The trio looks at some of the strengths of the show, Henry Cavill’s performance, what his departure could mean for ...
07.02.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 2 Easter Eggs [VIDEO] Jessica Clemons is back with an Easter Egg breakdown of Episode 2 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She checks out if we’ve seen any of the Skrulls in previous MCU entries (0:50), breaks down the Nick Fury and James Rhodey scene (11:41), ...
06.30.2023 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Plus James Mangold \| The House of Midnight It's time for another adventure! Joanna, Mal, and Van saddle up for another round with Indiana Jones and give their reactions to his latest adventure (05:27). They also discuss the hubris of Indy villains and how this film carries that ...
06.30.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Deep Dive \| House of R They're all here! The 'House of R' crew returns to dive deep into the second episode of 'Secret Invasion' (11:36). They discuss the origins of Gravik and Nick Fury's relationship, as well as the betrayal that came with humanity and ...
06.28.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Instant Reactions, and the Superman Casting News \| The Midnight Boys You won't find any better-looking Skrulls than this! It's time for the Midnight Boys to give their reactions to the second episode of 'Secret Invasion' (05:11). They break down what might be happening in a potential plot to develop the ...
06.26.2023 Nintendo Direct News and 'Final Fantasy XVI' Spoiler-Free Reactions \| Button Mash It is time to boot up again and dive into the world of video games with Ben, Jessica, and Justin! In this episode, they discuss the latest news from this month's Nintendo Direct, and all of the news of remakes ...
06.25.2023 The ‘Secret Invasion’ Premiere Skrull Reveal Implications and Theories [VIDEO] Join Jessica Clemons as she parses the big reveal in the opening moments of ‘Secret Invasion,’ the newest Marvel show on Disney+. Jessica assesses potential body-swap timelines using clues from prior MCU phases (3:00), looks ahead to the ramifications of ...
06.24.2023 ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 1 Deep Dive \| House of R Who’s a Skrull? Who’s a human? Mal and Jo are here to break it all down as they talk about the first episode of Marvel’s new show, ‘Secret Invasion.’ They start with a little comic and spy craft history (9:15). ...
06.21.2023 'Secret Invasion' Episode 1 Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The invasion is upon us, and the Midnight Boys are here to find out who the spies are! Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve are here to break down their instant reactions to the newest MCU TV show, 'Secret Invasion' (04:18). ...
06.18.2023 ‘Elemental’ Reaction \| Mint Edition Steve, Jomi, and Jess react to the newest installment from Pixar, ‘Elemental.’ They discuss the art direction and animation of the film, where this movie ranks in the Pixar catalog, and much more. Hosts: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, and Jessica ...
06.16.2023 ‘The Flash’ Instant Reactions \| The Midnight Boys The time has finally come. The Midnight Boys are here to move at light speed and give their instant reactions to the latest DC film, ‘The Flash’ (06:33). They break down the things they liked and what didn't work so ...

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Microsoft Leaks, ‘Mortal Kombat 1’ Review, and a Preview of ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’

'Ahsoka' Episode 6 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

'Foundation' Season 2 Reactions

‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Finale Reactions | Mint Edition

'Ahsoka’ Episode 5 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

RPG Blowout: The Massive Worlds of 'Starfield' and 'Baldur's Gate 3'

'Ahsoka’ Episode 4 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Season 1 Instant Reactions

'My Adventures With Superman' Season 1 Reactions | The Midnight Boys

'Ahsoka’ Episode 3 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Here Comes the Pitch: 'Star Wars' Edition | Mint Edition

'Ahsoka' Season Premiere Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

Face-Your-Fears Game Swap: ‘Braid’ and ‘Outlast’| Button Mash

‘Blue Beetle’ Instant Reactions | House of Midnight

The 'Ahsoka' Primer Watch List: One Episode to Understand Each Character | House of R

‘Harley Quinn’ Season 4 Check-in | Mint Edition

‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 2 Reactions

Questions on the State of the MCU | The Midnight Boys

The Immensity of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and a Breakthrough Year for Video Game Adaptations | Button Mash

Tropes Course: Enemies to Lovers and ‘Good Omens’ Season Two | House of R

'Loki' Season 2 Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO]

'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' Instant Reactions + Loki Season 2 Trailer | The Midnight Boys

'The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 2) Reactions | Mint Edition

‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 6 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

Summer Mailbag: The 'Secret Invasion' Finale, Toy Movies in a Post-'Barbie' World, 'Ahsoka' Anticipation, and More! | House of R

'Gen V' Teaser Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO]

'Secret Invasion' Finale Reactions and "Barbenheimer" Weekend | The Midnight Boys

'Pikmin 4' and the Nintendo Franchise Draft | Button Mash

‘Barbie’ Reactions | Mint Edition

A 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (Part 3) | House of R

'Secret Invasion’ Episode 5 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

Double Feature Draft: The Greatest Toys and the Best Movie Explosions | The Midnight Boys

‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 4 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

The Best of the Year (So Far)! | House of R

'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' Reactions, and 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4 | The Midnight Boys

Revisiting 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' on its 20th Anniversary

'Secret Invasion’ Episode 3 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

'Silo' Season One and 'Secret Invasion' Episode Three | House of R

'Secret Invasion' Episode 3 Instant Reactions, and the Midnight Magna Carta | The Midnight Boys

‘The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 1) Reactions | Mint Edition

‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 2 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Plus James Mangold | The House of Midnight

'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Deep Dive | House of R

'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Instant Reactions, and the Superman Casting News | The Midnight Boys

Nintendo Direct News and 'Final Fantasy XVI' Spoiler-Free Reactions | Button Mash

The ‘Secret Invasion’ Premiere Skrull Reveal Implications and Theories [VIDEO]

‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 1 Deep Dive | House of R

'Secret Invasion' Episode 1 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys

‘Elemental’ Reaction | Mint Edition

‘The Flash’ Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys