Was It Good Though? Podcast

We’re taking Episode 196 back to the early ‘90s with a review and discussion of the cult classic superhero comedy Blankman. Joined by our brother Austin, a huge fan of the film, we break down this unique take on a 90s superhero movie and how it stands out as one of the early Black superhero movies in cinema. Starring Damon Wayans and David Alan Grier, Blankman tells the story of a self-made hero trying to protect his neighborhood from criminals, mob bosses, and corruption. During the episode we dive into the relationship between Darryl and Kevin, discuss what makes Blankman such a memorable 90s comedy movie, and talk about how it compares to other early Black superhero films like The Meteor Man. Along the way, we also get into some fun conversations about whether we’d ever become superheroes ourselves, plus a few personal stories from our past dating experiences. One thing we couldn’t gloss over was the lasting impact of the Wayans family comedy legacy. From classic TV shows to iconic films, the Wayans dynasty has been shaping comedy since the ‘80s. That naturally led us to share our thoughts on the recently released trailer for Scary Movie 6 and what it could mean for fans of the franchise. If you love 90s movies, Black cinema, cult classic movie reviews, and movie podcast discussions, this episode is for you. We get right into it… and of course ask the most important question, Was It Good Though?

Were back with a Side Quest and we’re discussing episode 6 of Cross ! We kick it off with Two John and mothers conversation. Is Two John being played? Cross and Kayla must face consequences for allowing Luz to escape. Kayla goes to find the woman who altered the tape. Felicia is kidnapped by Bobby Trey and Kayla , the host discuss if they were in Felicia shoes how would we handle it. Bobby Trey scene stealing! Donnie returns to Luz after his run in with Cross and Bobby. Elle is out and Nana Mamas back in. We discuss Cross finding out about the legend that Luz and how we feel about that. We give Matthew Lillard his flowers for what he’s done over the past couple years and what he has upcoming this year . We discuss Lances fate in the end of the show and is it possible him and Fanboy link up in prison?

We are back with another QUEUED UP AS REQUESTED . Yes the new segment of the WIGTP where we allow SUBSCRIBERS and FOLLOWERS of the pod to request Movies they’d like to see us discuss and this week our brother in Pod, Anthony from the Talkin Ish A Podcast Amongst friends , requested the 1988 black classic “I’m Gonna Git You Sucka.” Both pod-mates have seen the film but seeing it at our “big age” allows us to recontextualized what we saw as kids. We get into our favorite scenes from the film. Jason has a story time . We get into the Wayans influence of not just black culture but the entertainment business as a whole . And last, but certainly not the least, W AS IT GOOD THOUGH?

Get your tissues ready, this one is a certified tearjerker. We’re four episodes into Season 2 of Paradise, and the writers are not holding back. Lightning, hail, heartbreak… they’ve been cooking up a storm of emotions. Annie and Xavier leave Graceland for Atlanta, only to find themselves in a situation neither Jason nor Jazz could’ve predicted. The tension? Heavy. The emotions? Even heavier. We also step back in time to the first baby born in Paradise, a moment that brought real joy, not just to Cal, but to Sinatra too. That flashback hit differently, especially knowing where things stand now. What did you think about this episode? Did it wreck you like it wrecked us? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let’s talk about where this season is headed next.

The crew is back with not only another review but another Scream review! Yes, if you’ve been here you know the love and appreciation we have but if you’re new please know this is the franchise that started it all. Chapelle, from Recap Kickback, joins us for episode 195 as we take a stroll down memory lane with the Ghostface killers , Sidney , and the traumatic history she’s had. We speak about Neve missing in action for Scream 6 and Melissa Bereras firing during the production of Scream 7. Captain Save a Sid , aka Jazz, helps up figure out if Sid’s children were a plot hole or a retcon. We discuss Sid’s daughter, Tatum and if we like the direction of her character . Would you sleep in a murder house ? Does Sid character as a mother makes sense? Did you select the correct ghost face killers?

Sidney’s situational awareness seemed to have been at an all time low in this film with a few questionable decisions she made , but Captain Save a Sid isn’t allowing it!. We discuss our favorite top motivations in the Scream franchise and much much more and if course we answer that burning question, WAS IT GOOD THOUGH?!

The socials are upset with Cr-ayla , so we discuss the where you see smoke , there must be fire . Has Cross become whitewashed ? Elle must face her Trevor issue with Janine but most importantly should Elle have lied ? Kayla and her Bobby Trey issue . Cross officially meets Luz and we discuss how we felt about the interaction. Donnie did whaaaa?? Luz continues her mission to sees the Senator . Kayla has a trick up her sleeve for her boss. We predict the next episode that we think will really give us a shock!

We’re taking this Side Quest through Paradise Season 2, Episodes 1–3. Sterling K. Brown returns for another intense season, but this time, the story expands beyond what we’ve seen before. We break down the new characters introduced in Episode 1, explore the depth of Xavier’s love for his wife, and examine the top-tier villainy of Jane. And is Sinatra really the all-powerful big bad, or is there more going on beneath the surface? We also debate whether the series is leaning too heavily on flashbacks and ask the big question: Will Xavier ever see his wife again? These are just a few of the topics we dive into during this review. Share your thoughts in the comments and let us know how you’re enjoying the season so far!

WIGTP presents Queued Up, As Requested! This week, we’re joined by a special guest who selected the film for discussion — the multi-talented “Jack of All Trades,” Wade Simmons. We dive into the 2021 drama The Starling, starring Melissa McCarthy and Chris O’Dowd. The film explores how a married couple navigates life after experiencing a devastating loss, highlighting the emotional weight of grief, trauma, and the different ways people cope with pain. Throughout the episode, the crew unpacks the film’s themes, shares personal reflections, and discusses the importance of showing up for the people you love during their darkest moments. We also give flowers to the cast for their performances and the emotional depth they brought to the story. And as always, we close it out the only way we know how — asking the ultimate question: Was It Good Though? 🎬

As we wrap up Black History Month, we had to end on a Wonderful note. So why not with Marvel’s latest series, Wonder Man. We brought in a great group of guest to discuss this series, our brother Furb, Chris, and Anthony from Talking Ish: A Podcast Amongst Friends. In this episode, we dive into the friendship between Simone and Trevor, share our expectations (if we had any), and explore how this series delivers a completely different energy compared to previous Marvel shows. Will we see Simone again? Is a season 2 on the horizon? Why did Simone risk his entire career to save Trevor? We tackle these questions and more….but ultimately, the biggest question of all, Was It Good Though?

Welcome to Side Quest Reviews, presented by WIGTP!This series is all about the shows we’re currently watching, with new episodes dropping weekly. We’re kicking off this new series with the Amazon Prime show Cross, starring Aldis Hodges. We reviewed Season 1 back in 2024 (Episode 131: Cross) and absolutely loved it, so naturally, we have to dive into Season 2. This episode covers Episodes 1–4, exploring all the madness these first few episodes have introduced. We dig into Alex’s relationships with El, Kayla, and John, and discuss the season’s storytelling, which feels very much like art imitating life, especially given current events. Jason shares a bold prediction, and Jazz expresses her excitement to see Bobby Trey back in the mix. We’ll save our “Was It Good Though?” verdict until the end of the season, but so far, it’s easy to see where the hosts are leaning. Side Quest Reviews will drop weekly, so stay tuned! Along with Cross, we'll be doing Paradise, starring Sterling K Brown.