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By Bleav, Rachel Selig & Jason DoyleComedy Society & Culture Leisure

Thumb War episodes

September 09, 2025Caught Stealing (2025) Spoiler Review | Darren Aronofsky, Austin Butler & Zoe Kravitz
In this episode of Thumb War, Jason and Rachel break down Darren Aronofsky’s Caught Stealing (2025) — a violent, surreal New York crime thriller starring Austin Butler, Zoe Kravitz, Regina King, and Bad Bunny.
We go deep into:
The book-to-film adaptation by Charlie Huston

Aronofsky’s obsession with real-world consequences of violence

The soundtrack (Clash, Idles, 90s needle drops)

Hank’s trauma and “nice guy in a nightmare” theme

Scene-stealing turns from Bad Bunny and the Russian mobsters

Why this might be Aronofsky’s weirdest mainstream film yet
Full spoilers throughout.

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1 hr 8 min
September 07, 2025ALIEN: EARTH Ep 5 Recap | Facehuggers, Sabotage & Space Daddy Morrow
The Thumb War crew dives into Alien: Earth Episode 5 (“In Space No One…”), unpacking all the chaos aboard the USCSS Maginot — facehuggers, sabotage, and Morrow’s rise as the anti-hero we love to fear.
But before the xenomorph bloodbath, we hit Trailer Trash with some huge entertainment news:
Daniel Day-Lewis ends his 8-year retirement with a new film (and Sean Bean co-stars!)

Glen Powell in Chad Powers (can he shake the Hit Man baggage?)

Ridley Scott balancing Gladiator 3 and more Alien prequels

Batman casting rumors (Alan Ritchson as the Dark Knight?)

Plus: the gory sequel Sisu 2: Road to Revenge
Whether you’re here for Alien lore, movie news, or chaotic hot takes — we’ve got you covered.
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1 hr 18 min
September 01, 2025 Alien: Earth Episode 4 Recap & Breakdown + Starfighter Casting News
We’re calling it: Alien: Earth Episode 4 is the strongest yet. Creepy doll heads, Wendy’s wild brain-trip, and a swimmer xenomorph that might be island-bound — we’ve got theories, breakdowns, and a whole lot of yelling.
PLUS in this episode:
— Emma Stone in Begonia looks amazing
— Guillermo del Toro drops a Frankenstein trailer
— We survived The Roses (barely)
— Amy Adams joins Starfighter — but do we really need more Mando babysitting?
— Taylor + Kelce: sure, why not
It’s recaps, rants, and pop-culture chaos — just how we like it.
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1 hr 10 min
August 30, 2025Pit Stains, Panic Orders & Pastry Porn
This one’s for the P-Hounds only — and wow, do we get feral.
JD retells the legend of a friend who ate 36 Krispy Kremes in a single day — a tale of gluttony, shame, and heroic replenishment runs.

We spiral into Donut Daddy mukbang hell (yes, he sticks his fingers in them).

Rachel relives flight trauma with a sweaty cigar-stained kilt man and a bag-bin bandit who deserved the death penalty.

Plus: panic-ordering salads at LaGuardia, pit stain reveals, and an AMA that somehow turns into a Coen Brothers bus-driver mobster pitch.
It’s chaos. It’s gross. It’s oddly arousing (don’t ask). It’s Thumb War at its most unhinged.
If you’re reading this and you’re not a Patron? You’re missing the donut dump of the century.
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4 min
August 28, 2025 Honey Don’t (2025) Spoiler Review | A Total Disaster from Ethan Coen & Tricia Cooke
We just watched Honey Don’t — twice — and still can’t believe how bad it was. Directed by Ethan Coen and co-written with Tricia Cooke, the film stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, and Charlie Day in what should have been a stylish neo-noir. Instead, it’s a messy, over-sexed, and painfully misguided movie that left us frustrated, confused, and honestly kind of angry.
In this episode of Thumb War, we break down exactly why Honey Don’t doesn’t work — from the awkward sex scenes, one-note characters, and forced political gags, to the wasted performances of a stellar cast. We also compare it to Drive-Away Dolls, Bound, and even classic Coen Brothers films like Fargo and No Country for Old Men to highlight just how far this one misses the mark.
Spoilers throughout.
We also talk representation, Ethan & Joel Coen’s split, and why this film feels like a wasted “blank check” project.
If you saw Honey Don’t, did you hate it as much as we did? Send us an email! [email protected]
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45 min
August 24, 2025Alien: Earth Ep 3 Was a Headache (Literally) | Full Recap & Review
This week on Thumb War, we dive into Alien: Earth Episode 3, breaking down the mysterious bond between Marcy, Queen Wendy, and the Xenomorphs — plus all the chaos that came with the flashing lights, wild sound design, and that divisive Maggot Brain music cue.
But first, in our Trailer Trash / Entertainment News segment, we cover:
New details on Stranger Things 5 and the Duffer Brothers’ upcoming projects The Burrows and Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen

Quentin Tarantino’s “final” film plans, David Fincher stepping in for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2, and why Tarantino might never really retire

Eddie Murphy stepping into the role of Inspector Clouseau in a new Pink Panther reboot

The upcoming Highlander remake starring Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, and Dave Bautista

First impressions of Netflix’s Black Rabbit with Jude Law & Jason Bateman
Then, we circle back for a full Alien: Earth Ep 3 recap & review — including what’s working, what’s frustrating, and where we think the story is headed.
If you’re into Alien franchise lore, sci-fi TV recaps, and offbeat entertainment takes, you’re in the right place.
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1 hr 16 min
August 20, 2025 Pickleball PMS, Classic Comedies & Cold Plunge Flexes | Patreon Exclusive
JD and Rachel cover everything this week — from walking out of a fitness class in shame, to neighbors plotting coyote revenge, to nightmare fuel inside the sauna. Plus: pickleball + PMS science, cold plunge flexes, awkward locker room encounters, and a debate about the greatest classic comedies. It’s messy, it’s TMI, it’s Patreon-only.
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The Breakfast Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crV5q2j9DBI&t=34s
Raquel Welch on the Muppets: https://youtu.be/7fGQRnEvhfA?si=xByohfcxVZ54zc1M
Clouseau: The Pavlova of the Parallels: https://youtu.be/qxFHPIFGFmk?si=1SL3RxRjty7fEB0_

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2 min
August 18, 2025Alien: Earth Recap — Xenomorphs, New Monsters & WTF Moments
Xenomorphs on Earth?! We break down the first two episodes of FX’s brand-new series Alien: Earth — including the new monsters, Noah Hawley’s vision, and how it connects to the larger Alien franchise. From corporate overlords to Peter Pan parallels, we dig deep into the lore, the scares, and the surprises.
Then in Trailer Trash, we talk upcoming projects and trailers that caught our eye — including new films from the Safdies, Spike Lee & Denzel Washington, and more.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Full recap & reaction to Alien: Earth Episodes 1 & 2

New creatures (yes, they’re gross) and how they fit into the Alien canon

Thoughts on Noah Hawley’s writing/directing and future episodes

Upcoming trailers & movie news in our Trailer Trash segment
Whether you’re an Alien superfan or just here for the chaos, this episode’s got it all.
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1 hr 10 min
August 10, 2025 Weapons (2025) – Full Spoiler Breakdown & WTF Moments
We’re going FULL SPOILER on Zach Cregger’s Weapons (2025) — breaking down every shocking moment, creepy twist, and unforgettable performance. Plus, we dive into the trailers we caught before the film, from Mortal Kombat 2 to The Long Walk, and share the latest casting news from Hollywood.
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1 hr 7 min
August 08, 2025 Seaweed, Small Town Wedding DJs & the Wildest Patreon AMA Yet
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Rachel’s back from the East Coast with tales of rooftop-dried seaweed, Nova Scotia trading posts, and a wedding DJ who thought the Macarena still slaps.
Also inside:
• Our most jaw-dropping Patreon AMA yet — love, lies & deal-breakers
• Hometown dinner drama and family tech fails
• Bonnie Blue confusion and other “how did we get here?” moments
• Big life updates and what’s next for the show
It’s chaotic, it’s unfiltered, and it’s exactly why you tune in every week.
#Podcast #WeddingFails #RelationshipAdvice #PatreonAMA #ComedyPodcast #PopCulture #EastCoastLife #SeaweedSnacks #BonnieBlue

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4 min

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