With the release of the second Hunger Games spinoff Sunrise on the Reaping on the way, What the Hype?! looks back on the original trilogy by Suzanne Collins! What made the series work in the first place, and can readers still tolerate dystopian fiction given all that's going on in the world?

We also share what we'd like to see in the Haymitch-led spinoff which arrives March 18, and look back on the first spinoff, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

Stay tuned for two more Hunger Games-themed episodes in March, including our initial reactions to Sunrise on the Reaping!

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Hear no evil. See no evil. Speak no evil. Well, we're a podcast, so no dice on that last one. On this week's episode of What They Hype?!, Micah and Laura are dodging monkeys and monitor lizards, as they dive deep into Season 3 of the hit HBO TV series, The White Lotus. Join them as they explore the intricate dynamics and relationships of the hotel's guests and its staff.

Micah and Laura discuss popular fan theories around who the floating body belongs to and who (or what) pulled the trigger. Is a tsunami headed for the Ratliff family? Will politics forever divide our girls Jaclyn, Kate and Laurie? Will Rick be able to resolve his traumatic past? And how safe is Belinda after blowing up "Gary's" spot? We'd stay off his yacht, if we were you.

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As the Nintendo Switch turns 8 years old, Andrew, Laura, and friend of the show Marc discuss what has made Nintendo's latest console its best selling home system ever! From our favorite games to its unique features, we share what's made it special, and what Nintendo needs to do with the Switch 2 when it releases later in 2025.

Plus, we look at the Nintendo Switch's top-selling games, which we would bring to a desert island, and why the video game maker needs to give us games with Wario, Metroid, and Waluigi.

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We’re heading back to the Valley for our second episode of ‘Cobra Kai!’ Join hosts Micah and Pam as they break down their thoughts on the final four episodes of ‘Cobra Kai’ season 6. How did we feel about the overarching theme of redemption? Are we satisfied with the way the series left things off for all our favorite characters? Plus, where does the ‘Karate Kid’ franchise go from here? All that and more is discussed on the latest episode of What The Hype!

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Kick back and relax during these crazy times with cozy video games! Eric, Andrew, Micah, and guest co-host Meg discuss their favorite video games that they can play and relax with for hours and hours. The panel introduce each other to Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley, Mini Motorways, A Link to the Past, The Sims, and more! We discuss the elements in them that help us lower our blood pressure, and what we look for in these types of games.

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The third book in the Fourth Wing series, 'Onyx Storm,' is also the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years! Andrew, Laura, and Pam discuss the threequel's biggest twists and turns, including what we learn about Andarna, Xaden's family, the Isles, and what those cliffhangers at the end might really mean!

Later in the episode we talk about the highly-anticipated Fourth Wing TV show, and when we can expect Rebecca Yarros to publish Book 4 in the series.

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With ‘Outlander’ season 7 officially in the can, Laura and Pam reconvene to talk about the season as a whole.Where does this newest crop of episodes stand up in comparison to past seasons, and did the show suffer from the long wait between parts one and two? Which story arcs were hits (and misses), which characters are we gravitating toward, and much more is discussed on this week’s episode of What The Hype.

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In this new episode fresh off the heels of the latest live-action Star Wars show, Micah and Eric are feeling all of the feels for the characters and their journey home.

‘Skeleton Crew’ made these two 80’s kids remember what it felt like to be a kid again. And with a pirate captain and a pirate droid by their side, the main characters of the show all shine brightly throughout the whole season.

What does Jude Law’s “Jod” owe to another Disney pirate captain? What, if anything, would we want out of a Season 2? And, behind a spoiler line, what secrets were revealed in this past week’s finale?

All of that and more on this episode of ‘What the Hype?!’

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In our first episode of 2025, we're looking at one of the most anticipated books of the year: Book 3 in the Fourth Wing Empyrean series, Onyx Storm!

Laura and Pam are joined by Karly from the Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast to make predictions about Onyx Storm, due out on January 21. We discuss what the real story with Violet's dad might be, Violet's second signet, who the dark wielder is with the long silver braid, Venin scribes, and so much more!

You shouldn't listen to this episode unless you've already read Fourth Wing and Iron Flame. That said, if you aren't familiar with the series and maybe want to understand the hype, this episode will give you a glimpse into how passionate and thoughtful the fandom is!

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In our final episode of the year, the What the Hype?! team looks at other fandoms we adored in 2024 with the goal being to share the ones we haven't spoken about yet. We were addicted to games like Balatro and WWE 2k24, and were grooving to music from Maggie Rogers. We also loved the Sonic film franchise and TV shows like Arcane and English Teacher.

Then, we look ahead to 2025! Topics include the next Hunger Games spinoff Sunrise on the Reaping, Grand Theft Auto 6, Yellowjackets Season 3 , the Stranger Things finale, and so much more!

Thank you to everyone for joining What the Hype?! this year! Make sure to follow us in your favorite podcast app and on YouTube. We'd also deeply appreciate a review!

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