The Ringer-Verse

The boys are back, and they’re serving you all of their thoughts on the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 finale, and thus their thoughts on James Gunn’s vision for the season's end. They then dive into the trailers of the newest ‘Game of Thrones’ show, ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ and the trailer for the upcoming ‘Wonder Man’ show.

(0:00) Intro

(5:18) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Finale

(47:38) Peacemaker Season 2 Midnight Meter

(1:02:45) Reactions to ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer

(1:20:04) Reactions to ‘Wonder Man’ Trailer

Hosts: Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman

Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Jade Whaley

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Ben, Matt James, and Justin Charity break down the bombshell news about Electronic Arts being sold for $55 billion, Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass price hike, and the showdown between ‘Battlefield’ and ‘Call of Duty.’ Then Ben, Matt, and Daniel Chin share their spoiler-free reviews of the new spiritual sequel to ‘Ghost of Tsushima,’ the PlayStation 5 exclusive ‘Ghost of Yotei.’

EA is being acquired (01:43)

Microsoft Xbox Game Pass price increase (14:04)

'Call of Duty' vs. 'Battlefield' (28:29)

'Ghost of Yotei' reactions (35:58)

Host: Ben Lindbergh

Guests: Matt James, Justin Charity, and Daniel Chin

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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The Midnight Boys are going to hell, finally sharing their reactions to ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.’ Later, the guys get into ‘One Battle After Another’ and all of the conversation around the Oscar favorite. Finally, the Boys do a quick check-in on ‘Peacemaker.’

Intro (00:00)

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle (6:55)

One Battle After Another (1:17:47)

Peacemaker S2E6 (2:28:13)

Outro (2:36:22)

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Chris Thomas, Jade Whaley, and Jamie Yukich
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Hit it! Recommends returns to put a bow on a busy September. First, Ben brings on Ringer contributor Joshua Rivera for a spoiler-free conversation about 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,' with an emphasis on the series' appeal, the ups and downs of Season 3, and the state and future of the franchise on both the big and small screens. After that, other Ringer-Verse hosts salute unsung releases to complete another expanded installment of the monthly roundup of fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode.

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This week, Steve and Jomi are joined by Ringer writer Daniel Chin to share their spoiler-filled reactions to Marvel’s latest animated project, ‘Marvel Zombies.’ The trio discusses what worked, highlights the action, and breaks down where the series fell short.

Intro (0:00)
'Marvel Zombies' discourse (4:48)
Outro (56:50)

Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman
Guest: Daniel Chin
Producer: Devon Renaldo
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Ben and Rob Mahoney head back to the House of Hades for an in-depth (but spoiler-free) discussion of ‘Hades II,’ in which they explain how Supergiant’s sequel to ‘Hades’ somehow improves upon its near-perfect predecessor. Then Steve Ahlman arrives to react to ‘Silent Hill f,’ the recent ‘Silent Hill’ series resurgence, and the first trailer for ‘Spider-Man’ maker Insomniac’s next Marvel game, ‘Wolverine.’
Intro (0:00)
First Thoughts on 'Hades II'  (2:54)
'Silent Hill f' Reactions  (50:46)
Marvel’s 'Wolverine' Trailer (1:19:14)
Outro (1:31:35)
Host: Ben Lindbergh
Guest: Rob Mahoney and Steve Ahlman
Producer: Devon Renaldo
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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The Boys unite in a galaxy far, far away to react to the first ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer. Later, the guys discuss the finale of ‘Alien: Earth,’ including what the future of the show holds, before giving their Midnight Meter.

(00:00) Intro

(4:20) ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’

(50:39) ‘Alien: Earth’

(1:27:20) Outro

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Chris Thomas, Jon Jones and Isaiah Blakely
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James enter the vault to round up recent news on game adaptations (including 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' big-screen 'Call of Duty,' and live-action TV series 'Tomb Raider') and share their spoiler-free reviews of Gearbox's 'Borderlands' comeback, 'Borderlands 4.' They close by delivering their final verdicts on the difficulty and quality of 'Hollow Knight: Silksong.'

Intro (0:00)
'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' and adaptation news (5:37)
'Borderlands 4' reactions (23:23)
'Hollow Knight: Silksong' follow-up (57:39)
Outro (1:15:54)

Host: Ben Lindbergh
Guests: Steve Ahlman and Matt James
Producer: Devon Renaldo
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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The boys are back in school at Godolkin University to discuss the brand-new season premiere of 'Gen V.' They discuss why they loved the show last season and what it gets right in these first three new episodes (00:00). They also talk about how the show adapts to the passing of one of its stars, Chance Perdomo. Then they get into the show's new villain and how this story may relate to the final season of 'The Boys.'

(0:00) Intro

(09:24) Reactions to ‘Gen V’ Season 2 Premiere

(1:05:46) Outro

Hosts: Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman

Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Jade Whaley

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Steve and Jomi join forces with Rob Mahoney to laugh, rant, and reflect on this year’s Emmy Awards. They break down the winners and losers, explore why fan favorites like 'The White Lotus' and 'The Bear' may have lost their edge, and predict what might win big next year. Later, they play a round of Here Comes the Pitch, where they share their own ideas for hypothetical shows, movies, and beloved fandom favorites that could earn prestige acclaim.

Intro (0:00)
Emmys Takeaways (4:00)
Here Comes the Pitch (17:00)
Outro (1:21:00)

Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman
Guest: Rob Mahoney
Producer: Devon Renaldo
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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