Podcast Assemble

209. Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +1000

It's time to enter a VERY different world of Mummies and Monsters-join us for another cursed episode of Podcast Assemble. Tommy’ recommends the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King's seminal The Long Walk (grim, thoughtful, and about as festive as a funeral—perfect Easter viewing), while DL has finally started Slow Horses and is now wondering what took him so long. Then it’s onto Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026)—because apparently we’re digging this franchise up again… but this time, it bites back.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro

(04:52) What Have We Been Up To?

(18:23) Ranting About The Ending of Game of Thrones Again

(20:20) ANOTHER Stephen King Adaptation??

(24:28) MAIN TOPIC!! Lee Cronin's The Mummy

(25:26) Stupid Plot Summary

(26:25) Cast & Crew

(28:50) Who Stays Human, if Everybody Else Are Muppets?

(41:44) Cinematography

(45:03) 3 Best & 3 Worst

(48:26) Critical Reception

(49:44) Better Or Worse Than Aquaman 2018?

(51:49) SPOILERS START!!! Lee Cronin's The Mummy

(59:36) END SPOILERS!!! Lee Cronin's The Mummy

(59:48) Trivia True Trivia False

(1:02:24) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026) ditches the swashbuckling charm and replaces it with something far nastier. This is less Brendan Fraser adventure, more ancient-evil-will-end-you horror. Lee Cronin leans fully into body horror, turning dusty tombs into claustrophobic nightmares and resurrecting the Mummy as something genuinely unsettling. Tommy appreciated the tonal shift - finally, some real stakes. DL was less impressed...

Is Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026) the reinvention the franchise needed—or just another cursed reboot waiting to be sealed away again? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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208. Waterworld (1995) – Mad Max, But Wet!

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Grab your jet skis and suspend your disbelief - it’s time for another high-seas episode of Podcast Assemble. The boys have been living large with F1 (Top Gun: Maverick in fast cars), while Tommy’s also recommending A24’s Eternity (2025)—apparently the perfect date night film if you enjoy quiet existential dread together. Then it’s onto the most expensive punchline of the ’90s: Waterworld (1995)—a film with a reputation… and maybe a redemption arc?

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(09:06) What Have We Been Up To?
(26:17) MAIN TOPIC!! Waterworld (1995)
(28:19) Stupid Plot Summary
(30:13) Actual Plot
(32:57) Who Stays Human If Everyone Else Are Muppets?
(34:13) The Ocean Was Real??
(37:30) Would Drey Survive This Movie?
(38:36) Characterisation
(48:42) Really Bad CGI
(50:11) Pacing
(55:42) Tones & Themes
(56:46) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(58:52) Critical Reception
(1:00:23) Better or Worse Than Aquaman (2018)?
(1:00:49) Trivia True Trivia False
(1:04:50) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

Waterworld is what happens when Mad Max forgets the desert and commits fully to the ocean. Kevin Costner plays a gilled drifter navigating a flooded Earth, fighting off smokers, scavengers, and the lingering memory of its budget. Against all odds, Tommy reckons it holds up—and might even give modern blockbusters a run for their money. DL came in expecting a disaster and left pleasantly surprised. It’s chaotic, ambitious, and far more entertaining than its legacy suggests—like finding out the straight-to-DVD sequel is actually… decent.

Is Waterworld an underrated cult classic—or just a very expensive swimming lesson? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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207. Project Hail Mary (2026) – Science, Sacrifice & Surprisingly Emotional Maths

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +1000

SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT 🚨 - this week the boys are in the same room. Yes, after the last few years of Wi-Fi delays and “you go—no, you go,” DL is officially back in town and Podcast Assemble has gone fully native for a one off episode. Tommy’s coming in hot off 'Crime 101' (which DL insists sounds like a filler elective—and apparently was), while DL has progressed to Book 3 of The Wheel of Time—so he’s roughly 2% through the series. Then it’s onto Project Hail Mary (2026)—a film Tommy absolutely loved (spoilers) and has been waiting to talk about like it’s a personality trait.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(06:27) What Have We Been Up To?
(23:55) MAIN TOPIC!! Project Hail Mary
(24:26) Stupid Plot Summary
(26:09) Cast & Crew
(27:16) Goofy IMDB Picture
(31:16) Plot
(33:24) Who Stays Human While Everyone Else Are Muppets?
(34:43) Thoughts & Opinions
(41:18) The De-Goofying of Gosling
(47:16) Costume Design
(51:03) Cinematography
(53:38) Tones & Themes
(55:49) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(59:52) Critical Reception
(1:01:09) Better or Worse Than Aquaman (2018)
(1:02:04) START SPOILERS!! Project Hail Mary (2026)
(1:10:49) END SPOILERS!! Project Hail Mary (2026)
(1:11:48) Trivia True Trivia False
(1:14:56) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

Project Hail Mary is a rare thing: a big-budget sci-fi that’s actually about ideas - and somehow makes them emotional. Following a lone astronaut tasked with saving Earth through science, problem-solving, and a rock, the film balances tension, humour, and genuine heart. Tommy was all in—hooked from the existential nature of the film. DL appreciated the ambition. It’s smart, sincere, and refreshingly earnest - like The Martian, but with more existential dread and fewer potatoes.

Is Project Hail Mary a modern sci-fi classic—or just the most expensive group assignment ever put to screen? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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206. "Wuthering Heights" (2026) – Romance, Revenge & Yorkshire Weather

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Bundle up and prepare for emotional damage—it’s time to wrap up the 'Uncomfortable Watch' trilogy on Podcast Assemble. The boys have been checking out Marvel’s new series Wonder Man (because the MCU refuses to sleep), while Tommy has unexpectedly fallen back in love with Scrubs: The Reboot—proof that sometimes nostalgia done right actually works. Then it’s onto Wuthering Heights (2026)—the latest attempt to adapt one of literature’s most miserable love stories.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(07:52) What Have We Been Up To?
(16:10) A Not So Short Scrubs Rant
(29:21) MAIN TOPIC: "Wuthering Heights" (2026)
(31:48) Stupid Plot Summary
(33:31) Cast & Crew
(35:02) Plot
(39:37) Thoughts and Opinions
(44:39) Who stays Human while everyone else are Muppets?
(55:40) Cinematography
(58:19) Tones & Themes
(59:42) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(1:03:23) Critical Reception
(1:05:23) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(1:05:58) START SPOILERS!! "WUTHERING HEIGHTS"
(1:17:11) END SPOILERS!! "WUTHERING HEIGHTS"
(1:17:13) Trivia True or False
(1:19:49) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

"Wuthering Heights" returns to the big screen with Emerald Fennell's all new brooding, betrayal laden, and bleak Yorkshire landscape soaked adaptation - what more could you possibly want?! This version of Heathcliff and Catherine’s story is still the ultimate romantic cautionary tale—less “love conquers all,” more “love ruins absolutely everything.” The film leans hard into atmosphere, tortured longing, and people staring dramatically across moors. DL admired the commitment to the gloom. Tommy spent a lot of time asking whether anyone in this story should actually be together. It’s tragic, poetic, and just a little exhausting.

Is Wuthering Heights (2026) a sweeping gothic romance—or just two hours of beautiful people making terrible life choices in the wind? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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205. Marty Supreme (2026) – Ping Pong, Power & Pure Ego

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Grab your paddles and your prestige cinema goggles—it’s time for another episode of Podcast Assemble. Tommy and DL are fresh off loving Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (finally, restrained Westeros) and Fallout Season 2 (yes, it somehow maintained the quality). Then it’s onto Marty Supreme (2026)—a film about ambition, ego, and table tennis… apparently.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(06:44) What Have We Been Up To?
(21:57) SPOILERS START! Fallout S2 & Games
(24:44) SPOILERS END! Fallout S2 & Games
(24:44) MAIN TOPIC: Marty Supreme
(25:40) Cast & Crew
(26:15) Stupid Plot Summary
(27:18) Plot
(28:49) Who stays a Human, while everyone else are Muppets?
(30:41) Opinions
(34:57) Pacing
(43:52) Theme
(45:01) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(48:47) Critical Reception
(50:38) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(51:28) START SPOILERS for Marty Supreme!!
(1:01:00) END SPOILERS for Marty Supreme!!
(1:01:00) Trivia True Or False
(1:06:29) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

We're two thirds into our anxiety inducing trilogy, after Bugoni we serve up Marty Supreme (2026), the strange, swaggering story of a ping-pong prodigy clawing his way through 1950s America—part sports biopic, part character study, part fever dream. It’s stylish, self-aware, and occasionally unhinged, balancing satire with sincerity in ways that shouldn’t work—but kind of do. Tommy bought into the bravado. DL appreciated the craft, even when the film leaned a little too hard into myth-making. It’s less about table tennis and more about obsession—because in this world, every rally is a war.

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204. Bugonia (2025) – Chief Extraterrestrial Officer

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Conspiracy theorists and Truthers at the ready—it’s time for another unhinged episode of Podcast Assemble. Tommy has been deep in Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, asking the question: why aren't all Westeros prequels this good? Then it’s onto Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest social fever dream: Bugonia (2025)—a remake that dares to ask, what if your eco-anxiety had a kidnapping subplot?

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(05:50) What Have You Been Up To?
(14:39) An Epstein Tangent
(22:53) MAIN TOPIC: Bugonia (2025)
(24:44) Cast & Crew
(25:25) Goofy IMDB Picture
(27:37) Stupid Plot Summary
(28:03) Plot
(29:44) Who stays a Human, everyone else is Muppets?
(38:46) DL's Bee Bill
(42:21) Pacing
(43:04) Cinematography
(46:23) Tones & Themes
(49:04) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(51:08) Critical Reception
(52:13) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(54:25) !! START SPOILERS for Bugonia !!
(1:03:36) !! END SPOILERS for Bugonia !!
(1:03:39) Trivia True or False
(1:06:06) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

Bugonia follows two conspiracy-minded men who abduct a powerful CEO, convinced she’s not human. What unfolds is part satire, part psychological spiral, and part awkward hostage dinner party. It’s absurd, uncomfortable, and deliberately off-balance—classic Lanthimos energy. Tommy admired the commitment to the bit. DL appreciated the craft, even while questioning his own sanity. It’s not subtle, it’s not warm, and it’s absolutely not for everyone—but that’s kind of the point.

Is Bugonia razor-sharp satire for the algorithm age—or just another Lanthimos experiment that escaped the lab? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bo

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203. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple - HOWZAT!

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Grab your flares and suppress your emotions—it’s time for another bleak and brilliant episode of Podcast Assemble. DL’s the boys agree that Stranger Things was at worst satisfying, while we take a deep dive into James Islington’s The Strength of the Few (epic, dense, and emotionally devastating—just how we like it). Then it's time to descend into the nightmare that is 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple—a film we both loved, but we totally get if you didn’t.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(07:22) What Have We Been Up To?
(09:42) !! SPOILERS START - Strength of the Few
(30:18) !! SPOILERS END - Strength of the Few
(37:56) MAIN TOPIC: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
(39:01) Stupid Plot Summary
(39:44) Cast & Crew
(40:22) The Sequalic Connections
(44:50) Who's a Muppet, Who's a Human?
(1:46:10) Production
(1:55:32) Themes
(1:58:48) Music & Score
(1:59:52) Action
(1:02:20) Performances
(1:06:46) Tones & Themes
(1:09:52) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(1:14:41) Critical Reception
(1:15:45) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(1:16:06) !! SPOILERS START - The Bone Template
(1:27:34) !! SPOILERS END - The Bone Template
(1:27:36) Trivia True or False
(1:29:53) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

The Bone Temple is the haunting next chapter in the 28 Days Later saga—more psychological horror than zombie sprint-fest. It swaps the chaos of infection for the cold dread of cults, isolation, and a world that’s forgotten how to hope. Visually arresting and narratively brutal, it’s not here to hold your hand—it’s here to gnaw it off. DL praised its atmosphere. Tommy’s still recovering emotionally. It's bold, bleak, and exactly the kind of divisive cinema we wish studios made more of.

Is 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple a high-concept horror masterpiece—or just two hours of beautifully shot human misery? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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202. Best, Worst & Most Aquaman (2018) of 2025 Awards!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +1000

Awards season is upon us—it's time to reflect and crown the best and worst of the year! The boys are back with the Podcast Assemble Best of 2025 Awards, celebrating a year of cinema with categories that actually matter: the "Adam Driver Performance Carrying a Thing Award", the "THAT Came Out This Year?" Award, and of course, the hallowed "Most Aquaman 2018 Movie of the Year Award". There will be spicy takes. There will be controversy. There may be a fight over Road House 2.

Instead of recommendations, this week the boys are sharing what they’re most excited for in 2026!

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(09:12) 2025 Podcast Assemble Awards Showcase
(09:49) Razzie: Worst Movie of the Year
(14:44) Most Underappreciated Movie of 2025
(17:00) Adam Driver Performance for Carrying a Movie
(21:11) Movies We Missed but Wished We Hadn't
(23:26) That Came Out This Year?!
(26:49) Best Rebootuation of the Year
(31:10) Best TV Show of the Year
(43:08) Best Cancelled Show
(48:43) Worst Movie Premise of the Year
(51:45) Remove a Piece of Media From Your Life in 2025
(54:45) Biggest "Ken-ergy" in 2025
(56:53) Best Movie if all Actors were replaced by Muppets
(58:59) Mark Wahlberg Award for Being in a Different Movie
(1:03:22) Most Anticipated Movie, TV Show & Game for 2026
(1:14:52) Best Movie of 2025
(1:17:45) Most Aquaman Movie of 2025
(1:24:06) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

From overperforming dramas to mid-budget fever dreams, 2025 had it all—some of it great, most of it baffling. But can the boys agree on what is the best AND worst of 2025? Whether you're here for the honourable mentions or the dishonourable messes, there's a category for you.

What were your best (and worst) films of 2025? Did we forget something major? Of course we did. Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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201. In Bruges (2008) - Movies set at Christmas, that aren’t Christmas movies!

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +1000

It’s the most inanimate time of the year! Kicking off our new Anthology series - Movies Set at Christmas, That Aren’t Christmas Movies - the boys revisit one of their all-time favourites: In Bruges (2008). Tommy’s been watching Diddy: The Reckoning (it’s… a lot), while DL’s juggling The Wheel of Time: Book 2 andTrue Grit the OG, both highly recommended. Then it’s time to check into Belgium’s darkest fairy tale, where the snow is festive, but the mood is not.

Timecodes:

(00:00) Intro
(06:50) What Have You Been Up To?
(20:50) MAIN TOPIC: In Bruges (2013)
(22:00) Stupid Plot Summary
(25:40) Plot
(29:30) One human, the rest are Muppets?
(30:38) Acclaim vs Success
(40:40) Characters
(45:30) Direction
(50:31) Four Oscar Nominees...
(51:53) TRIVIA: Fake or Not Fake?
(57:17) Miscellaneous Notes
(59:19) Tones & Themes
(1:03:35) 3 Best & 3 Worst
(1:08:17) Critical Reception
(1:08:26) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(1:09:17) Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(1:10:01) Trivia True or False
(1:14:09) Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

In Bruges is Martin McDonagh’s pitch-black comedy about guilt, purgatory, and accidentally kicking a dwarf. Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson shine as two hitmen laying low after a job gone wrong, while Ralph Fiennes turns up to scream about principles. It’s foul-mouthed, funny, and somehow heartfelt, like Home Alone if Kevin had PTSD and a Browning. DL calls it a masterpiece. Tommy would probably fight someone over that opinion. Everyone agrees: this is not a Christmas movie—but it kind of is.

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200. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) – Trade Deals & Trauma

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +1000

WE DID IT! It’s a Podcast Assemble milestone - 200 episodes in, and what better way to celebrate than with a film that derailed an entire childhood? Tommy’s been splitting time between Hell Is Us (moody, existential, and probably not finished) and Shrinking (Jason Segel unravelling in style). DL’s meditating on the Jedi Code. And this week, the boys revisit the galactic fever dream that is The Phantom Menace - the film that asked, What if space wizards had senate hearings?

Timecodes:

Intro (00:00)
What Have We Been Up To? (07:11)
MAIN TOPIC: Star Wars Episode 1 (23:26)
Stupid Plot Summary (24:34)
Plot (25:25)
Who is a Human, who's a Muppet? (29:37)
When did you watch Episode 1? (31:43)
So, Jar Jar Binks then? (49:29)
Darth Maul: Duel of the Fates (51:47)
Action (1:01:41)
Tones & Themes (1:04:55)
3 Best & 3 Worst (1:07:33)
Critical Reception (1:10:46)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? (1:11:22)
Trivia True or False (1:13:34)
Wrapping Up (1:16:49)

Main Topic:

Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is George Lucas at his most Lucas. It’s got politics, podracing, and a child with dangerous midi-chlorian levels. It introduces us to Darth Maul (the best character with the least screen time), the somehow-royal Queen Amidala, and everyone's "favourite" Gungan, Jar Jar Binks. Tommy’s still hates Liam Neeson. DL's trying to see the good in it (mostly John Williams). There’s lore, there’s lightsabers, and there’s SENATE HEARINGS

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199. The Running Man (2025) – Squid Game with a Protein Shake (ft. Regs!)

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +1000

This week's episode is brought to you by No Country for Old Films! Tommy & Reg's new podcast - check them out on YouTube, Spotify and all the socials!

Grab your contractually obligated Lycra and energy drink sponsorship - it’s time for another turbo-charged episode of Podcast Assemble! This week, the boys are joined by. Regs! Tommy’s been brushing up on L.A. Confidential (because noir never dies), DL’s still swimming with The Sopranos (he’s all in on gabagool culture). Then it’s on to the big reboot of the dystopian deathmatch classic: The Running Man (2025).

Timecodes:

Intro (00:00)
What Have You Been Up To? (19:18)
MAIN TOPIC: The Running Man (2025) (32:24)
Stupid Plot Summary (35:43)
Cast & Crew (39:28)
Goofy IMDB Picture (40:56)
About Running Man (46:31)
Plot (54:07)
Performances (1:14:23)
Tones & Themes (1:15:51)
3 Best & 3 Worst (1:22:04)
Critical Reception (1:27:34)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? (1:29:07)
!! SPOILERS START !! (1:31:27)
!! SPOILERS END !! (1:37:08)
Trivia True or False (1:37:18)
Wrapping Up (1:39:55)

Main Topic:

The Running Man (2025) reboots the Reagan-era bloodsport satire for a streaming-obsessed world—and somehow makes it feel even more plausible. Contestants now fight for their lives in a gladiator arena that looks suspiciously like a YouTube thumbnail. The new host is as bombastic, the deaths more algorithmic, but will the 1987 classic be getting a revival after this? DL thinks it has its moments. Tommy’s mostly impressed they managed to make it more depressing and more expensive.

Is The Running Man (2025) a smart, savage update—or just Black Mirror with gym memberships? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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198. Predator: Badlands (2025) - Delicious Yum cha Predators

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Lock and load—it’s time for another heat-vision-fuelled episode of Podcast Assemble! Tommy’s diving deep into 'Empire of Silence' by Christopher Ruocchio (lyrical and epic), and Del Toro’s 'Frankenstein' (what you get if Mary Shelley met Gotye). Then it’s onto Predator: Badlands (2025)—because the jungle wasn’t harsh enough, apparently.

Timecodes:

(00:00) – Intro
(11:04) – What Have You Been Up To?
(29:56) – MAIN TOPIC: Predator Badlands (2025)
(30:47) – Stupid Plot Summary
(31:14) – Cast & Crew
(31:34) – Plot
(34:34) – Who stays human, everyone else is a muppet?
(42:14) – No Practical Effects?
(50:24) – Action
(51:04) – Tones & Themes
(51:38) – 3 Best & 3 Worst
(53:45) – Critical Reception
(54:44) – Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?
(55:31) – ⚠️ SPOILERS START ⚠️
(1:03:58) – SPOILERS END
(1:04:04) – Trivia True or False
(1:07:29) – Wrapping Up

Main Topic:

Predator: Badlands strips away the jungle, suspense, and fun—and replaces it with generic planet. Generic alien planet. Set in a monster filled dystopia where the Predator must prove itself. This was certainly a movie. It’s a survival thriller that forgets to thrill.

Is Predator: Badlands a gritty return to form—or just another sand-blasted scream into the franchise void? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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197. The Running Man (1987) – Kill or Be Cancelled

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Lace up your fireproof spandex—it’s time for another dystopian episode of Podcast Assemble! This week, DL’s been to Egypt (queue tinfoil hat time), while Tommy’s was really disappointed with Peacemaker season 2. Then it’s time to drop into The Running Man (1987), where Arnie outruns death and network ratings—sometimes simultaneously.

Timecodes:

Intro (00:00)
What Have You Been Up To? (20:21)
MAIN TOPIC: The Running Man (1987) (33:32)
Cast & Crew (35:38)
Plot (37:20)
Did You Watch This Growing Up? (42:05)
Themes (47:51)
Music (52:12)
World-Building (53:40)
Performances (55:38)
Movie vs Book (57:15)
Tones & Themes (07:20)
3 Best & 3 Worst (08:51)
Critical Reception (1:11:58)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? (1:13:01)
Trivia True or False (1:15:01)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? (1:08:26)
Wrapping Up (1:19:09)

Main Topic:

The Running Man is peak '80s dystopia: bright colours, big muscles, and a future so grim it's basically Tuesday. Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as a wrongly accused man forced into a televised murder gauntlet hosted by a smarmy game show host and patrolled by stalkers with the subtlety of WWE villains. It’s satire, it’s camp, it’s somehow prophetic. Tommy loves the campiness. DL still trying to process the Stalkers' outfits. Spoiler: there's an opera singing Christmas tree.

Is The Running Man biting social commentary wrapped in neon lycra—or just a dumb, glorious excuse for Arnie to punch buzzsaws? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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196. One Battle After Another (2025) – More Grief Than Grenades

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Assemble your resistance fighters and daddy issues - it’s time for another heavy-hitting episode of Podcast Assemble! Tommy’s bringing Naked Gun 2025 to the table (it exists, and somehow isn't terrible), while DL’s dusted off the spine of The Wheel of Time Book 1—because nothing says light reading like 800 pages of lore. Then it’s onto this week’s main event: Paul Thomas Anderson's latest spectacle One Battle After Another—the slow-burn epic with more trauma than gunpowder.

Timecodes:

Introduction (00:00)
What Have You Been Up To? (07:30)
Main Topic: One Battle After Another (2025) (23:05)
Stupid Plot Summary (24:28)
What did I miss? (26:06)
Plot (28:17)
Performances (38:44)
Tones and Themes (45:49)
3 Best & 3 Worst (47:05)
Critical Reception (51:24)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? (52:34)
!! SPOILERS !! (53:28)
!! END OF SPOILERS !! (05:26)
Trivia True or False (1:05:29)
Wrapping Up (1:08:18)

Main Topic:

One Battle After Another is not your dad’s war film. It’s part PTSD spiral, part arthouse endurance test, and full of actors staring into the middle distance like they’ve forgotten their lines—or their will to live. The film drops you into the trenches and never quite lets you out. The boys have some spicy opinions about those 100% Rotten Tomato scores that were flying around.

Is One Battle After Another a poignant portrait of soldierly despair—or a prestige drama trapped in slo-mo? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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195. Tron (1982) – Welcome to the Mainframe, User

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Boot up and log in—it’s time for another pixelated episode of Podcast Assemble! Tommy’s recommending Aunty Donna Live (imagine Monty Python got stuck in a Melbourne pub with Flight of the Conchords), while DL’s checkin-in on 'Wednesday' -Netflix’s goth megahit that somehow feels like homework, but for everyone. Tommy also watched MobLand, and can confirm: it exists. Then it’s time to jack into the mainframe with the OG computer-core fever dream: Tron (1982).

Timecodes:

Introduction: (00:00)
What Have We Been Up To?: (15:32)
Main Topic: Tron (1982): (31:12)
Stupid Plot Summary: (32:08)
Cast & Crew: (32:56)
Plot: (34:48)
Performances: (49:47)
End of the Film: (54:51)
Tones & Themes: (01:42)
3 Best & 3 Worst: (02:30)
Critical Reception: (04:43)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: (05:52)
Trivia True or False: (07:26)
Wrapping Up: (1:09:59)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: (1:08:26)

Main Topic:

Tron is a neon-drenched, early-'80s vision of cyberspace—equal parts arcade acid trip and philosophical head-scratcher. Jeff Bridges plays a dude who gets laser-zapped into a computer, fights for his life inside a glowing jumpsuit, and basically invents digital vibes. Tommy's impressed by the ambition (if not the pacing). DL's just here for cult legacy. It’s dated, daft, and oddly prophetic—like a tech demo with a god complex.

Is Tron a trailblazing sci-fi classic—or just proof that no one in 1982 knew how computers actually worked? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. No identity disc required.

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194. Weapons (2025)

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Assemble your courage and questionable life choices - and that's just to see our faces in 4K HD! DL’s finally gets his wish, as Tommy is up to date on Pierce Brown's Light Bringer (we have 🌶️ takes), while Drey also finished the Wheel of Time first book. Then it’s onto Weapons (2025) - Zach Cregger’s follow-up to Barbarian, and let’s just say... things escalate quickly.

Timecodes:

Intro: (00:09)
What Have We Been Up To?: (08:00)
Lightbringer Spoilers: (19:17)
End Lightbringer Spoilers: (37:25)
MAIN TOPIC THEME: (38:29)
Stupid Plot Summary: (39:14)
Cast & Crew: (40:06)
Goofy IMDB Picture: (41:33)
Plot: (45:08)
Which Character Would you Have as a Muppet: (49:06)
Cinematography: (53:17)
Tweaks & Shrieks: (55:05)
Performances: (58:35)
Action: (1:00:42)
Tones & Themes: (1:02:54)
3 Best & 3 Worst: (1:03:37)
Critical Reception: (1:07:19)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: (1:08:26)
!! SPOILERS !!: (1:09:07)
!! END SPOILERS !!: (1:21:18)
Trivia True or False: (1:22:07)
Wrap Up: (1:26:13)

Main Topic:

Weapons is a fractured nightmare stitched together from suburban paranoia, internet-age folklore, and the kind of vibes you get when someone asks, “Did you hear a noise?” but never turns the lights on. Think 'The Witches' meets 'Sinister' via Reddit rabbit hole. The film explores interconnected stories unraveling after a disturbing small-town incident, asking: what if your trauma had Wi-Fi? DL’s intrigued. Tommy’s uncomfortable - and that’s a compliment.

Is Weapons another indie-horror classic, or just Barbarian’s weird cousin who won’t stop talking about symbolism? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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193. Oldboy (2003)

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Octopus, Inc*st, and Existential Dread

Time to spin the wheel as Podcast Assemble dive into an all new Anthology (not that we need another)! This week we delve into DL's IMDb list and chose quite possibly the darkest flick yet to be watched. Before that the boys recommend the Disney series Hit Monkey, along with something to even you out after the Main Topic, with James May: Our Man in Japan. Then it’s time to unpack Park Chan-wook’s cinematic gut-punch: Oldboy (2003).

Timecodes:

Intro: (0:00)
What have you been up to?: (8:29)
MAIN TOPIC: Oldboy (2003): (23:04)
Stupid Plot Summary: (24:11)
Cast & Crew: (24:45)
Plot: (25:13)
What did you expect?: (28:03)
Big Concepts: (35:57)
Cinematography: (44:34)
Concept of Truth: (46:17)
Fight Choreography: (48:44)
Tones & Themes: (53:57)
3 Best & 3 Worst: (55:18)
Critical Reception: (58:57)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: (59:50)
Trivia True or False: (1:01:07)
Wrapping Up: (1:03:53)

Main Topic:

Oldboy is a brutal, operatic revenge tale soaked in hammer fights, live octopus eating, and existential dread. Part noir, part Greek tragedy, the film follows Oh Dae-su - a man imprisoned for 15 years without explanation, then released into a mystery more disturbing than his sentence. DL's all in on the filmmaking masterclass. Tommy can’t stop thinking about the hallway scene... It’s stylish, shocking, and not for the faint of heart - or the spoiler-averse.

Have you seen Oldboy? Did it scar you the same way it did the boys? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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192. Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Is there a movie coming out this summer that DOESN'T include Pedro Pascal or Joseph Quinn?

Assemble your first family - it’s time for Podcast Assemble to head back to the cinema! DL’s spiralling deeper into Alan Wake 2 (he swears it’s not just about the fleshlight), while Tommy’s hyped about Love, Death & Robots returning to melt minds and screens alike. Then it’s on to the MCU's Phase 6 opening: 'Fantastic Four: First Steps'—the film that hopes third time’s the charm.

Timecodes:

Intro: 0:16
What have you been up to?: 2:42
Fantastic 4: First Steps (2025): 18:34
Stupid Plot Summary: 19:20
Cast & Crew: 21:56
Plot: 23:19
Great writing, Emotional stakes: 33:08
Performances: 39:40
Superman vs F4?: 41:07
Tones & Themes: 43:17
3 Best & 3 Worst: 44:15
Critical Reception: 48:40
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: 49:37
!! START SPOILERS !!: 50:15
!! END SPOILERS !!: 1:04:06
Trivia True or False: 1:04:10
Wrap-up: 1:07:06

Main Topic:

♪FANTASTICCC FOUURRRR♪ First Steps reintroduces Marvel’s first family with fresh faces, new timelines (Earth 828), and enough "family" to make Vin Diesel proud. It’s part origin story, part interdimensional cosmic exploration, and all about making you care about Marvels first family. DL is impressed with emotional stakes, while Tommy’s dig's the earnestness. It’s hopeful, high-concept, and surprisingly human—for a movie featuring a talking rock.

Is Fantastic Four: First Steps a rival to James Gunn's Superman? Or just another invisible entry in Marvel’s back catalogue? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials.

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191. Superman (2025)

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 22:00:00 +1000

James Gunn kicks off the DCU!

Grab your capes and questionable disguises—it's time for another heroic episode of Podcast Assemble! This week, the boys are talking - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (living up to the Game of the Year shouts) and DL returns toYellowJackets (to give it one more opportunity..). Then it’s onto Superman (2025) - James Gunn’s first cinematic foray into the DC Universe.

Timecodes:

Intro: (0:00)
What are we up to?: (7:40)
MAIN TOPIC: Superman (2025): (22:22)
Stupid Plot Summary: (23:04)
Cast & Crew: (23:34)
Goofy IMDB Pic: (24:38)
Plot: (26:50)
How has Superman changed this time?: (29:25)
A pre-built world, no origins: (38:06)
Lex Luthor and The Plan: (43:03)
Action: (47:39)
How does it rank?: (48:45)
Tones & Themes: (50:07)
3 Best & 3 Worst: (50:41)
Critical Reception: (55:20)
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?: (56:04)
!! SPOILERS START !!: (57:49)
!! SPOILERS END !!: (1:06:48)
Trivia True or False: (1:06:50)
Wrapping Up: (1:11:02)

Main Topic:

Superman (2025) reboots the Man of Steel with fresh ideals, a younger cast, and marginally less property damage. It's truth, justice, and… pocket dimensions(?), as Clark Kent juggles alien identity issues, with newsroom deadlines and caped crusading. Will it live up to Tommy’s hype, as one of his most anticipated for the year?

Is this the hopeful Superman we’ve been waiting for - or just another DC reboot stuck in a phone booth? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if your mom’s name is also Martha.

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190. Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025)

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +1000

What you get if Chat GPT writes a Jurassic Park script?

Roar into another episode of Podcast Assemble with the boys! This week’s recommendations include Dept. Q from Netflix, an intense Detective thriller and Annihilation - the book not the movie, (actually go back and listen to our episode on the movie if you're interested). Then it’s on to Jurassic World: Rebirth—because apparently, life finds a way to greenlight sequels.

Timecodes:

(0:00:22) - Intro
(0:01:54) - What's been happening?
(0:09:35) - What have you been up to?
(0:10:20 - 0:20:30) - Dark Age (A Red Rising Novel) SPOILERS
(0:31:05) - Main topic NON SPOILERS
(0:33:09) - Who’s in it?
(0:34:09) - What on earth happens in this?
(0:38:36) - Here’s how to save this franchise.
(0:48:10) - CGI
(0:49:50) - Performances
(0:52:58) - Tones & Themes
(0:56:04) - 3 Best & 3 Worst
(0:56:45) - Critical Reception
(0:57:50) - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)
(0:59:19) - SPOILERS
(1:08:40) - Trivial True or False
(1:11:07) - Wrap Up

Main Topic:

Jurassic World: Rebirth asks the bold question: what if we made dinosaurs even bigger and humans even dumber? As genetically-enhanced apex predators roam a world that still hasn’t learned its lesson, we get more roaring, more running, and more moral lessons ignored in favour of spectacle. This movie leaves the boys wondering how many times we’ll re-learn that weaponising dinosaurs is a terrible idea.

Will Rebirth breathe new life into the franchise—or is it just another fossilised script reanimated for box office glory? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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189. 28 Years Later (2025)

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Shamble, sprint, or rage your way into this week’s episode of Podcast Assemble! The boys are back with recommendations for Taika Waititi's 'Jojo Rabbit', and recommending against the new Robert De Niro vehicle 'Alto Knights'. Then it’s on to the long-awaited, possibly unasked-for sequel: '28 Years Later'.

Timecodes:

(0:00:22) - Intro

(0:01:54) - What's been happening?

(0:07:58) - What have you been up to?

(0:24:05) - Main topic NON SPOILERS

(0:35:45) - ATJ’s Mid-Life Crisis

(0:40:00) - The Alpha’s/ World Building

(0:42:10) - Characterisation

(0:54:10) - Tones & Themes

(0:56:04) - 3 Best & 3 Worst

(0:58:25) - Critical Reception

(0:59:42) - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)

(1:00:00) - SPOILERS

(1:10:00) - Trivial True or False

(1:13:35) - Wrap Up

Main Topic:

28 Years Later rises from the cinematic grave continuing the outbreak, with a new cast, and the same old trust issues. Set in a world where rage never really died out (relatable), this latest chapter asks what’s worse: the infected... or the survivors. The film trades quiet dread for large-scale dread; DL welcomes the bleakness and Tommy’s here to confirm running zombies are still terrifying.

Is 28 Years Later the return to form fans have been dying for—or just another reanimated IP? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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188. Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning (2025)

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +1000

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join the boys for another high-octane episode of Podcast Assemble! This week, they’re recommending Shōgun (for the feudalists among you) and The Fall Guy (for anyone still clinging to cinema’s charm offensive). Then it’s onto the not-so-final instalment of Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning—which, shockingly, is not the final reckoning.

Timecodes:

(0:00:22) - Intro

(0:03:13) - What's been happening?

(0:09:40) - What have you been watching?

(0:29:10) - Stupid Plot Summary

(0:29:52) - Cast & Crew

(0:31:04) - Plot

(0:39:16) - The World Setting

(0:46:37) - Stunts and CGI

(0:49:07) - Tones & Themes

(0:52:15) - 3 Best & 3 Worst

(0:55:29) - Critical Reception

(0:56:16) - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?

(0:56:32) - !! SPOILERS !!

(1:06:35) - Trivia True or False

(1:09:22) - Wrap-Up

Main Topic:

Final Reckoning continues Ethan Hunt’s decades-long vendetta against gravity, logic, and retirement. Tom Cruise sprints, dives, and motorcycle-launches his way through Part Two of what might be the world's most polite apocalypse, courtesy of an AI villain with a vague name and even vaguer motives. It’s sleek, it’s loud, and it’s still asking us to care about a rabbit’s foot from 2006. Tommy’s all in. DL’s wondering when Ethan’s knees will file for workers’ comp.

Is Final Reckoning a thrilling masterclass in action cinema—or just a three-hour reminder that Tom Cruise still does his own stunts? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Shout-outs guaranteed—disavowals optional. This podcast will self-destruct in 5.. 4... 3... 2...

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187. Thunderbolts* (2025)

Sun, 25 May 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Join the boys for another covert mission into pop culture nonsense on Podcast Assemble! This week, they’re recommending Andor (good in-spite of it being Star Wars?) and Brett Goldstein of Ted Lasso fame's stand up special. Then it’s on to Marvel’s latest gang of grumpy misfits: Thunderbolts*.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:16
What have you been up to?8:10
MAIN TOPIC: Thunderbolts*21:01
Stupid Plot Summary22:38
Plot24:02.114
Characters27:47
Practical Effects33:39
Action36:30
Tones & Themes40:05
3 Best & 3 Worst40:40
Critical Reception47:04
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?47:50
!! SPOILERS48:57
Trivia True or False58:48
Wrapping Up1:01:06

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Main Topic:

Thunderbolts* asks the age-old Marvel question: what if we put a bunch of emotionally unavailable quasi-heroes on a team and hoped for the best? It’s part espionage caper, part group therapy, and all very beige morally. Expect reluctant assassins, brooding super-soldiers, and a lot of talk about trust issues. Tommy was here for the chaos. DL, meanwhile, suspects it may be just another mission in Marvel’s long, slow crawl toward narrative closure.

Is Thunderbolts* the comeback the MCU needs—or just Suicide Squad with a glossier LinkedIn profile? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials. Bonus points if you can explain what Ghost actually does.

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186. Sinners (2025)

Sun, 04 May 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Join the boys and their twin brother's for another action packed episode of Podcast Assemble! With recommendations for Red Rising series' 'Iron Gold' and 'Jedi: survivor'. Before jumping into this weeks main topic 'Sinners'—from Black Panther & Creed's Ryan Coogler. Think From Dusk Till meets Mississippi Burning, only with double the Michael B. Jordan.

*PSA - with the boy's now being literally across the pond, Podcast Assemble will be moving to a bi-weekly schedule.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:21
What Have You Been Up To? - 6:03
!! Red Rising: Iron Gold SPOILERS - 18:16
!! END Red Rising SPOILERS - 28:32
MAIN TOPIC: Sinners (2025) - 29:36
Cast & Crew - 30:12
Stupid Plot Summary - 31:01
Plot and Story - 32:41
The Setting - 40:28
Michael B Jordan - 45:43
Action - 47:05
Tones & Themes - 51:28
3 Best & 3 Worst - 52:19
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 54:16
!! SPOILERS START - 54:49
Trivia True or False - 1:04:47
Wrapping Up - 1:05:37

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Main Topic:

Sinners is a genre-bending fever dream—part Southern Gothic, part vampire musical, soaked in blues and blood. The boys have been circling this one like a juke joint on payday. The story follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack as they return home to 1932 Mississippi, only to find their dreams haunted by something darker than racism: the undead. With themes of legacy, identity, and the price of immortality, Sinners dances between art and exploitation—like O Brother, Where Art Thou? if it bit back.

Have you seen Sinners? Could you handle town Michael B Jordans? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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185. Black Bag (2025)

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Join the boys for another classified episode of Podcast Assemble! With recommendations for 'Adolescence' and 'Slow Horses'. Before we jump into this weeks main topic 'Black Bag'—Steven Soderbergh’s latest spy flick where secrets are currency, and marriage counselling involves surveillance gear. Think Mr. & Mrs. Smith but make it existential, British, and way more passive aggressive.

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Time Codes:

Intro- 0:21
What have you been watching?- 8:45
MAIN TOPIC: Black Bag (2025)- 28:32
Stupid Plot Summary- 29:19
Cast & Crew- 30:21
Plot- 30:59
Performances- 40:11
Fassbender's Moral Code- 43:59
(No) Action- 45:15
Tones & Themes- 45:44
3 Best & 3 Worst- 46:26
Critical Reception- 50:19
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?- 51:08
!! SPOILERS- 51:45
Trivia True or False- 57:29
Wrapping Up- 59:56

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Main Topic:

Black Bag is a slick throwback to Cold War-era paranoia, wrapped in a modern Soderbergh lens and dressed like a Bond film in therapy. The boys have been low key excited to get to this one! The story follows George and Kathryn, a married pair of intelligence agents whose trust issues go nuclear when a mole surfaces—and she’s suspect number one. With themes of loyalty, deception, and the fragility of identity under pressure, Black Bag plays out like an emotional chess game… where everyone’s lying about being a pawn.

Have you seen Black Bag? Could you investigate your significant other if sh*t hit the fan? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Severance #Lumin #MacrodataRefinement #BenStiller #Egan #AdamScott #podcast #tv

184. Severance (2022)

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Join the boys for another deeply *AHEM* intellectual episode of Podcast Assemble! This week we're discussing one of the most talked about shows on TV right now - Severance! The show is like a hydra - if they give you 1 answer, 3 more questions are raised...

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:21
What is your Media Consumption? - 13:28
MAIN TOPIC: Severance S02 (2022) - 25:54
Cast and Crew - 26:41
Stupid Plot Summary - 28:08
Plot - 29:36
Characters & Performances - 42:52
Tones and Themes - 48:11
3 Best & 3 Worst - 49:09
Critical Reception - 54:41
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 55:37
!! S02 SPOILERS - 56:02
!! Fan Theories After S02 - 1:10:03
Trivia True or False - 1:18:57
Wrapping Up - 1:21:40

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Main Topic:

Severance is a cultural juggernaut, bringing back 'water cooler' Television for a new generation - the boys have wanted to talk about this one for a while! The show follows Mark, Dylan and Irving's “innies”, working for the shady corporation Lumin, in Macrodata Refinement. Their (brief) lives are turned upside down when co-worker, Helly R, is introduced... Exploring themes of identity, corporate exploitation and grief the show is more multi-layered than a waffle party.

Have you seen Severance? Could you do with being Severed to separate your work and personal lives? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Severance #Lumin #MacrodataRefinement #BenStiller #Egan #AdamScott #podcast #tv

183. Mickey 17 (2025)

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +1000

We're back BABY! And this week we're diving head first into one of Tommy's most anticipated for the year... but was he right to be so hyped? Mickey 17 is a movie! Check out how the Podcast Assembles boys feel about Bong Joon Ho's first film after the Oscar winning Parasite (2019).

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Time Codes:

Intro 0:23.591
What have you been watching? 7:15
MAIN TOPIC: Mickey 17 (2025) 19:41
Stupid Plot Summary 20:56
Plot 24:04
Setting 34:09
Tones & Themes 44:36
3 Best & 3 Worst 46:30
Critical Reception 50:51
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 51:52
Trivia True or False 52:48
Wrapping up 54:31

Main Topic:

Based on Edward Ashton's novel 'Mickey7', Robert Pattinson teams up with Bong Joon Ho to take an adventure into Sci Fi.

Is "Mickey 17" an Oscar or a Razzie contender? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#mickey17 #robertpattinson #MarkRuffalo #ToniCollette #moviepodcast #movie #podacst

182. The Substance (2024)

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +1000

Oscar hype is upon us and the boys are reviewing a movie which Tommy has been excited about for some time. Coming at you with strong Hitchcock and Lynch-ian vibes, The Substance is definitely not a dull movie! Check out Podcast Assembles take.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:21
What have you been up to? - 6:22
MAIN TOPIC: The Substance (2024) - 27:30
Stupid Plot Summary - 28:27
Goofy IMDB Pics - 29:41
Plot - 32:09
Kronenburg Horror - 37:41
Pacing - 41:52
Stylistic Influences - 43:47
Tones & Themes - 54:11
3 Best & 3 Worst - 56:06
Critical Reception - 58:17
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 59:06
Trivia True or False - 59:36

Main Topic:

Cronenberg-ian horror, meets a hyper-realistic Hollywood, where it is somehow possible that in a movie of boy horror and psychological trauma, the most distressing part is Dennis Quaid eating prawns..

Is "The Substance" in your Oscar nods for they year? Can you get through the movie in one sitting? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#thesubstance #demimoore #MargaretQualley #oscars #moviepodcast

181. Captain America: Brave New World (2025) Ft. Regs of The Film Addicts podcast

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Marvel is back in 2025 with Captain America and the world in turmoil, and who else could unravel the nonsensical rewrites than Tommy and Gresident of the Pod Regs of The Film Addicts podcast?! (brought to you Birdseye Fish Fingers and Hydralite, the new and slimmer Reich)

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Time Codes:

Intro 0:20

What Have You Been Up To? 8:48

MAIN TOPIC: Captain America Brave New World 28:53

Stupid Plot Summary 29:36

Cast & Crew 30:52

The Many Many Reshoots 34:06

Characters and Actors 53:28

Tones & Themes 1:01:44

3 Best & 3 Worst 1:03:28

Critical Reception 1:08:40

Review Guessing Game 1:09:45

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 1:12:06

** SPOILERS START ** 1:14:15

** SPOILERS END ** 1:25:56

Trivia True or False 1:25:57

Main Topic:

Captain America: Brave New World is the latest installment of Anthony Mackie's Captain America, where we see the tail ends of The Eternals, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and more semi-influential, partially important Marvel films smashed together to wrap up all these plot lines that we're all conspiring about.

Despite the obvious entendre, the film was fun and Tommy & Regs both enjoyed it. Though the clear recuts and rewrites affected the progression, with the likes of Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler and Anthony Mackie among a bunch of other great cast members, how could you go wrong?!

Is "The Leader" storyline actually going anywhere? Will they ever truly deal with The Eternals cinematic failure? And do you think Sam Wilson needs PEDs just to compare to Chris Evans? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#anthonymackie #captainamerica #hulk #harrisonford #superheroes #marvel

180. Moon (2009)

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Moon is a cult classic film built on a small budget, and seemed to set up most other space films in the genre - but Tommy & DL aren't convinced! Jump in to hear about Moon, Tommy's partner's thoughts on Heretic and DL's preparations for three weeks away... the night before!

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Time Codes:

Intro 0:24

What's been happening? 2:36

What have you been up to? 7:06

MAIN TOPIC: Moon (2009) 24:40

Stupid Plot Summary 26:12

Cast & Crew 26:56

Plot 29:45

Wow, that was really good! 36:55

The Twist 38:33

Pacing 46:20

Practical Effects 48:42

Tones & Themes 54:17

3 Best & 3 Worst 55:27

Critical Reception 57:50

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 58:41

Trivia True or False 59:47

Wrap-Up 1:03:05

Main Topic:

"Moon (2009)" is about solitude, commitment, introspection, and collecting moon rocks to sustain the Earth. Low stakes, right? Sam Rockwell plays Sam Bell, a lone miner on the moon sending rocks back to Earth for fuel, support by the robot played by Kevin Spacey (😦). In this moody, moony sci-fi pic, you'll be riveted by the potential and absorbed in the ambience of the low-budget set from back in 2009.

Is Sam Rockwell a secret talent? Were you convinced by Sam Bell's relaxed approach to a short timeline? And could you live on the Moon by yourself for three years? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#samrockwell #sambell #clones #moon

179. Most Anticipated Movies of 2025

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +1000

You're probably wondering what you need to watch this year. Don't worry, Tommy & DL have you covered this week with their best picks for movies coming out, with some honorable mentions. Avoid the gambles, and jump on the Podcast Assemble Itinerary for 2025!

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Time Codes:

Intro0:22

What have you been up to?12:04

MAIN TOPIC: Most Anticipated 202529:45

DL #130:23

Tommy #135:43

DL #238:11

Tommy #239:38

DL #343:13

Tommy #346:34

DL #449:35

Tommy #450:34

DL #553:14.180

Tommy #555:45

Honorable Mentions59:07

TV & Video Games1:00:00

Wrap-Up1:04:21

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Main Topic:

You're taking a mystery tour this week, as Tommy and DL make their big predictions for the most anticipated movies to come out in 2025. Vampires, Superheroes, American History, Zombies... all features to help you avoid a gamble on the Kraven's and Venom: Last Dance's of 2024.

What are your most anticipated movies of 2025? We wanna know! Contact us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hit us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#bestmovies #bestfilms #2025 #marvel #dc #bestdirector #

178. Nosferatu (2024)

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Tommy & DL are back BABY for 2025, and starting off with a modern masterpiece! "Nosferatu" (2024), as a new take on the classic Dracula story, brings a film style not seen for a long time. Dark tones, sexual subtext and great acting - you'll find out why its a good (yet oddly uncomfortable) time with Count Orlok-ula in this week's episode!

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:24

WHYBUT? - 8:56

Severance Chat - 18:01

MAIN TOPIC: Nosferatu (2024) - 28:22

Stupid Plot Summary - 29:10

Cast & Crew - 30:36

Plot - 31:23

Characters - 34:17

World-Building - 43:27

Tones & Themes - 51:28

3 Best & 3 Worst - 53:14

Critical Reception - 55:20

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 56:17

** SPOILERS ** - 57:31

Trivia True or False - 1:03:46

Wrap-Up - 1:06:59

Main Topic:

"Nosferatu (2024)" is a unique take on a classic folk tale about Dracula, but boy is it a horny one! With stellar performances and odd tonal shifts with the introduction of more characters, it becomes a wild journey executed very well!

With a star-studded cast in Bill Skarsgard, Willem Dafoe, Lily-Rose Depp and Nicholas Hoult, Tommy & DL marvel at the subtle sexual references, how the vampire couldn't be called "Count Chocula", and the spiffy Aaron Taylor-Johnson being the perfect patriarchal female subjugator!

Are you sick of Twilight? Did you enjoy the dark tones of the setting? And did you hunger for a box of cereal after watching? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#nosferatu #johnnydepp #vampire #aarontaylorjohnson #willemdafoe #nicholashoult

177. Podcast Assemble Awards for 2024

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 20:00:46 +1000

The big Podcast Assemble Awards are back again! Join Tommy & DL in this special Christmas Episode and hear them separate the wheat from the chaff in the TV & Movie Industry this year!

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Time Codes:

Intro0:24

What have you been up to?7:41

MAIN TOPIC19:04

Razzie Award (Worst Film)20:27

Most Underappreciated23:07

Adam Driver Award25:14

Which Movie We Missed But Would See28:50

THAT came out THIS year?!31:14

Best Rebootuation35:06

Best TV Show36:52

Editor's Choice Mentions40:01

Worst Movie Premise40:28

Media We Wish to Remove From Life43:34

Movies Without Enough Mark Wahlberg44:44

Movie That Wanted a Sequel45:11

Best Show Cancelled by Streamers46:07

Worst Prediction for 202447:43

Best Movie of the Year48:30

Most Aquaman Movie of 201853:49

Wrap-Up56:54

Main Topic:

Awards Season is back again, and Tommy & DL are looking at the best, worst and most average films and tv of this year to see where things landed! Feels like 2024 was a bit of an off-year, despite the absolute bangers that have been released.

How many awards do you agree with? Did you have a favourite that was missed? And what category is a main feature of your own awards? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#awards #bestoftheyear #bestmovie #besttvshow #

176. Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +1000

The lads take a detour into an animated feature this week! "The Lord Of The Rings: The War of the Rohirrim" pushes Tommy and DL to get their anime reps in with a feature that challenges the conventional fantasy epic by emphasizing a Japanese style to a Western Audience.

Oh... and a secret Gandalf appears!

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Time Codes:

Intro0:24.520

What Have You Been Up To?10:12.192

MAIN TOPIC: War of the Rohirrim (2024)25:53.102

Stupid Plot Summary26:56.109

Cast & Crew29:02.050

Goofy IMDB Pic29:38.163

Plot32:16.454

Did it enhance the LOTR vibes?40:47.736

Animation44:59.851

World-Building48:23.490

Action51:59.953

Tones & Themes54:25.732

3 Best & 3 Worst54:50.049

Critical Reception57:37.953

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?59:18.379

** SPOILERS START HERE **1:00:10.860

** SPOILERS END HERE **1:06:52.114

Trivia True or False1:06:52.394

Wrapping Up1:09:19.919

Main Topic:

LOTR War of the Rohirrim shows us a story from a paragraph in the annals and appendices of Tolkien's original work, but Tommy and DL seem to struggle with the animated nature of the work. With a little-known cast, but knowing Peter Jackson is at the helm, it had enough to get them through the door but whether it was an enjoyable experience or not seems to be a balancing act!

Are you the rare breed of Anime-fan/LOTR Lore Nerd? Did the animated NZ landscape put you off the remainder? And do you have a book recommendation for DL? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#lotr #peterjackson #rohirrim #mirandaotto #helmhammerhand #helmsdeep

175. Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +1000

Sam enjoys Frodo's faces, Aragorn gets a post-war glow-up, Legolas becomes The Riddler and Sauron gets a blinding - what more could you ask for? How about over an hour of Tommy and DL musing on the many endings of the final chapter in the LOTR trilogy?

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Time Codes:

Intro0:23.842

What have you been up to?7:59.839

MAIN TOPIC: LOTR Return of the King18:47.319

Stupid Plot Summary21:22.394

Cast & Crew22:45.886

Plot24:50.293

Trump-Saruman32:26.248

Cinematography and World-Building36:19.292

Alternate Endings?41:28.192

CGI51:02.719

The Ending51:53.367

Tones & Themes1:00:45.301

3 Best & 3 Worst1:01:37.029

Critical Reception1:08:16.450

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:08:49.683

Trivia True or False1:09:13.252

Main Topic:

The Return of the King is the action-packed conclusion of the LOTR film series from the early 2000s, and it doesn't disappoint! Described by Tommy as a seminal conclusion, and better than The Two Towers, the pair go back and forth on the good, the bad and the ugly (looking at you, Frodo!) as they close out one of their many and varied anthologies!

Was the copy-paste CGI of the Rohirrim an issue for you? Who do you think should have earned the most money from the series? And where do you reckon Aragorn found Gondor's hair gel stores? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#ianmckellan #lordoftherings #karlurban #legolas #aragorn #gimli #theodenking #lotr #peterjackson #rohirrim

174. Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 20:00:45 +1000

LOTR The Two Towers is lauded as everyone's favourite movie in the series, but does it hold up 20 years on? This week, Tommy and DL discuss the good, the bad and the wizardly of the classic series from the early 2000s.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:31

What have you been up to?7:08

Red Rising Book 3 *SPOILERS START*11:07

Red Rising Book 3 *SPOILERS END*20:48

MAIN TOPIC: LOTR The Two Towers **FULL SPOILERS**21:03

Stupid Plot Summary23:33

Cast & Crew24:31

Everything just works29:16

CGI34:18

World-Building37:33

Performances38:58

Helm's Deep45:52

Wow, this is really GUD49:34

Tones & Themes53:33

3 Best & 3 Worst55:00

Critical Reception1:00:44

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:02:16

Trivia True or False1:03:04

Wrap-Up1:06:50

Main Topic:

The Two Towers has the fellowship broken, following two pairs of hobbits and the man-elf-dwarf dream team on separate journeys to save Middle-Earth.

The cast couldn't be stronger, and the effects more seamless than in this classic. We could write paragraphs here, but we'd prefer Tommy and DL do their thing to give this epic film justice!

Did the action with the Balrog fight throw you off? Were you distracted by Aragorn's wet dream on a long walk? And did you know they were taking the hobbits to Isengard? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and let us know what you think of the show.

#ianmckellan #lordoftherings #karlurban #legolas #aragorn #gimli #eomer #eowyn #theodenking #twotowers

173. Gladiator II (2024) Ft. Regs of The Film Addicts podcast

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:00:39 +1000

This week we have Tommy, DL AND Regs to chat about the unanticipated (and perhaps unwanted) sequel to Ridley Scott's classic Gladiator film, Gladiator II! Find out how enamoured, uncaring and disbelieving they are while mispronouncing Paul Mescal's name for the entire episode! You can find Regs at: The Film Addicts Podcast and The Stitch Up.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:21.235

Englishisms6:22.096

What have you been up to?11:41.009

MAIN TOPIC: Gladiator II (2024) *NON SPOILERS*24:07.838

Stupid Plot Summary27:12.172

Cast & Crew30:10.099

Plot31:47.193

The Main Players40:09.369

Costumes and Sets51:25.383

Tones and Themes54:38.437

3 Best & 3 Worst55:20.872

Critical Reception1:01:54.757

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:03:22.156

** SPOILERS START **1:05:12.217

** SPOILERS END **1:12:54.067

Trivia True or False1:12:56.331

Wrapping Up1:16:35.188

Main Topic:

Gladiator II sets itself up to be a better-than-before version of the original classic starring Russel Crowe, but instead the lads find themselves trying desperately to convince themselves that its worth the time and the money to come to the big screen. Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and a star-studded cast feature in Ridley Scott's next big project, and carry the Roman caravan to the end of the empire.

Listen as the pronunciation of names, the justification fo entirely CGI animals and the duplicity of Denzel Washington is discussed by Tommy, DL and Regan as they try to figure out what it was all for.

Did you figure out how these two films are related? Was the hero's journey worth the effort in this repeat of a classic? And did you enjoy Denzel strutting his way through Gladiator II? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#gladiator #paulmescal #denzelwashington #russelcrowe #ridleyscott

172. The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Ft. Regs of The Film Addicts podcast

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 20:00:35 +1000

This third installment of Chris Nolan's "Dark Knight" series wraps up Christian Bale's Batman, but this week Tommy and Regs (Film Addicts podcast) draw genitals and offensive jokes all over that wrapping to show their love for each other, and this amazing film that ranks highly in the Nolan Anthology. You can find Regs at: The Film Addicts Podcast and The Stitch Up.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:24

What have you been up to?8:52

MAIN TOPIC: The Dark Knight Rises20:26

Stupid Plot Summary22:12

Cast & Crew23:29

Goofy IMDB Picture25:04

Plot27:46

A bit about Bane34:15

Wow, this is really GUD40:49

Setting58:44

The Ending1:04:09

Rankings of Nolan Films1:09:15

Tones & Themes1:12:25

3 Worst & 3 Best1:13:15

Criticval Reception1:21:54

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:22:57

Trivia True or False?1:24:19

Wrapping up1:28:08

Main Topic:

This week, Regan is back with Tommy while DL is away on assignment, and they're talking about one of their favorites: "The Dark Knight Rises" as the third film in Nolan's Batman trilogy. Tom Hardy beefs up as Bane, Michael Caine is back as Alfred (aka Batman's conscience) alongside Morgan Freeman, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Gary Oldman and a host of other elite actors.

They discuss the true terror of Bane as a character, and the cinematic splendor of a brilliant close-out of an excellent franchise that went out at its peak.

Would you revisit Dark Knight Rises? How about 50 more times? And can you understand Bane when he talks? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#batman #christianbale #filmaddicts #michaelcaine #morganfreeman #garyoldman #jgl

171. Gladiator (2000)

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:00:49 +1000

Gladiator 2 is coming to cinemas.. and not the proposed Nick Cave version, (some would say fortunately). Join co-hosts Tommy and DL as we journey back to the year 2000 yo talk about how we got here.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:25
How are you doing? - 4:42
What have you been up to? - 11:07
MAIN TOPIC: Gladiator (2000) - 21:29
Stupid Plot Summary - 23:48
Cast & Crew - 24:42
Djimon Honsou Cinematic Universe - 28:27
Plot - 29:47
Red Rising Bk3 Spoilers - 35:05
History and Accuracy - 43:49
Action - 46:51
World-Building - 48:37
Performances - 52:04
Original Script - 54:06
Tones & Themes - 57:36
3 Best & 3 Worst - 57:50
Critical Reception - 1:01:49
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:02:53
Trivia True or False - 1:04:02

Main Topic:

This week we're discussing Ridley Scott's 'swords and sandals' epic, starring Russel Crowe and a Hanz Zimmer score as epic as the acting. But we really want to talk about, is David Hemmings’s eyebrows! This one is an absolute favourite.

Make sure you rewatch it before the sequel hits screens!

Are you excited for Gladiator 2? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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170. Venom: The Last Dance (2024).. thankfully

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:00:52 +1000

The Sony Movie Universe of Spider-Man characters SOMEHOW is still going, as we jump into the latest in the franchise. Co-hosts Tommy and DL across the pond simply have to ask the question, why does this exist?

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Time Codes:

Todays “sponsor”: 0:00
Intro: 0:23
**Red Rising Spoilers** (Morning Star): 2:53
WHYBUT: 5:59
Main Topic - NON SPOILERS: 15:49
Stupid Plot Summaries: 17:05
The characters: 17:43
Does this trick a casual audience?: 29:50
Action: 32:17
Tones & Themes: 36:50
3 Best & 3 Worst: 37:49
Critical Reception: 41:33
Better or Worse than Aquaman 2018 42:30
SPOILERS 43:10
Trivia True of False: 48:13
Wrapping Up: 50:55

Main Topic:

With Venom, the first Venom movie, making almost a billion dollars, it was inevitable the sequel's would come. And boy are the writers running low on ideas. Venom: The Last Dance (2024) caps off Tom Hardy's trilogy of movies as the Lethal Protector - thankfully..

We went through the hard yards, so you don't have to!

Did you see Venom: The Last Dance? Do you think it needs to exist? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Venom #TheLastDance #TomHardy #Sony #Marvel #Spiderman

169. Halloween (1978)

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +1000

Keep those spooky vibes rolling with the special Halloween Episode of Podcast Assemble where the lads talk about... well... Halloween! John Carpenter's classic 1978 thriller occupies most of their chat, as DL was embroiled in podcasts, and Tommy just played video games all weekend. *ahem*.... yep.

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro0:25.035

What have you been up to?6:21.638

MAIN TOPIC: Halloween (1978)18:05.323

Stupid Plot Summary19:08.383

Cast & Crew21:55.597

Goofy IMDB Pic22:27.751

Plot24:13.951

Music28:55.374

Pacing29:41.759

Cinematography & World-Building33:29.686

Action40:08.583

Tones & Themes44:48.114

3 Best & 3 Worst45:15.350

Critical Reception49:44.281

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?51:24.071

Trivia True or False51:49.058

Wrapping Up54:21.051

Main Topic:

Halloween is seen as a classic that set up 25 (?) more films to follow, and set a new foundation for horror films from that point onwards! The prestige of this film is sometimes overcome by the "hokeyness" of the scenes, and some plot devices not quite working as we expect. Surely home owners in middle America would open their door to a screaming teenager... right?

Nevertheless, Tommy and DL had a great time with the first appearance of the "Michael Myers" character, and how this film generated ridiculous sums of money on a low budget while also setting up the rest of the industry for decades to follow.

Could you walk past Jamie Lee Curtis as a teenager? How was your "fear-o-meter" tuned for this film? How many children have terrified you enough to inspire a film? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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168. Wolfs (2024)

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 20:00:09 +1000

Back in their regular, warm, comfy movie seats on either side of the planet, Tommy & DL jump back into the latest streaming film in "Wolfs" with Brad Pitt and George Clooney. They also chat more about Red Rising as Tommy jumps into Book 3, how Agatha All Along suprised everyone and how Tommy will record an entire album of him singing DL's favourite songs to remind him of home.

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro0:28.627

What have you been up to? 7:42

** RED RISING SPOILERS START ** 11:54

** RED RISING SPOILERS ENDS ** 12:53

MAIN TOPIC: Wolfs (2024) **NON-SPOILERS 16:37

Stupid Plot Summary 17:41

Cast & Crew 18:21

Plot 20:51

Acting 27:19

Music 32:23

Tones & Themes 33:56

3 Best & 3 Wrost 35:12

Critical Receptionn 37:43

Better or Worse than Aquaman (208)? 39:39

** FULL SPOILERS START ** 40:08

** FULL SPOILERS END ** 46:39

Trivia True or False 46:39

Wrapping Up 51:06

Main Topic:

In tribute to Tarantino and Bonnie & Clyde, "Wolfs" includes Brad Pitt and George Clooney as competing Fixers in New York City, brought together through less than likely circumstances and them grumbling all the way. Tommy and DL weren't grumbling! In fact, they could out a podcast or two for saying this movie is terrible...

It turned out great, as a delightful straight-to-streaming romp with some big names, and they try as hard as they can not to mentioned the *ahem*.... Brad Pitt thing!

Did Wolfs tickle your pickle, or where you left with an empty bag? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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167. Joker: Folie à Deux (2024)

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +1000

Finally, DL is back on the mic and this week Tommy and his favourite LOTR Nerd (now across the pond) discuss the big move, Rings of Power, Sugar, KAOS and share their thoughts on the second installment of Todd Phillips' Joker franchise!

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro0:21.361

What have you been up to?6:32

MAIN TOPIC: Joker Folie a Deux (2024)33:44

Stupid Plot Summary36:03

Cast & Crew36:48

Comparing the Joker40:09

Pacing48:29

How was Gaga Quinn?54:41

Tones & Themes55:53

3 Best & 3 Worst56:51

Critical Reception59:50

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:00:40

** SPOILERS START HERE**1:01:35

** SPOILERS END HERE **1:10:07

Trivia True or False1:10:07

Wrapping Up1:13:10

Main Topic:

Joker: Folie à Deux - the anticipated follow-up to Jaoquin Phoenix's Joker from 2019 seems to have fallen flat, and the lads think so too! Their interest was piqued by the idea of building on the character into a broader Batman/Gotham universe, but discovered a musical with an on-brand Gaga as Harley Quinn.

While Tommy and DL seemed to enjoy the watching experience, I think they now understand why the collective opinion seems to be that it's a waste of time and money...

Have you caught Joker 2 yet? Were you impressed by Jaoquin's skinny legs and white underpants? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Joker2 #JokeFolieaDeux #jaoquinphoenix #ladygaga #harveydent #chrisnolan #batman

166. Megalopolis (2024) ft. Matt Bliss

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 23:19:41 +1000

With DL in still setting himself up with a local cinema across the planet, Tommy has enlisted the help of Gresident of the Pod, Regs, and Podcast Editing Extraordinairre, Matthew Bliss, to unpack the masterful, befuddling middle-finger to the movie-making world: Megalopolis! All the while discussing the alure of Colin Farrell, the draw of Jon Hamm's hog, Penguins, Hobbits and Merpeople!

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro0:31

What is your 3rd Favourite Dinorsaur?4:02

What Have you Been Up to?10:23

Main Topic: Megalopolis (2024) *FULL SPOILERS*29:24

Stupid Plot Summaries32:45

Cast & Crew33:51

World Building51:18

Design and Aesthetics57:57

Pacing1:07:05

Ending of the Film1:10:29

3 Best & 3 Worst1:16:51

Critical Reception1:19:53

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:21:15

Trivia True or False1:22:54

Wrapping Up1:27:05

Main Topic:

This week, Megalopolis hits our lips, as we discuss the almost 3-hour long, 40-year project of Francis Ford Coppola and the befuddlement inside! It's tough to wrap it all into a neat bow - suffice to say, with a film buff in our midst, we get to explore the glory of the message and the "quick tour of the museum" that is this soon-to-be infamous masterpiece!

Were you able to sit through the whole film? Did you even try? And what was the old couple sitting behind you in the theatre up to? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Megalopolis #AdamDriver #FrancisFordCoppola #Fable #LaurenceFishbourne #AubreyPlaza #podcast #review

165. True Lies (1994) Ft. Regs of The Film Addicts podcast

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 18:00:30 +1000

With DL in the midst of settling across the pond, Tommy welcomes friend (and Gresident) Regs of Film Addicts podcast, to discuss his third favorite dinoSAW, The Penguin, Netflix's KAOS and so much more. Before our Exciting main topic! You can find Regs at: The Film Addicts Podcast and The Stitch Up.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:20

How have you been? - 2:17

What's been happening? - 9:17

TOPIC: True Lies (1994) - 20:48

Memories of True Lies - 22:17

Stupid Plot Summary - 23:57

Cast & Crew - 26:19

Goofy IMDB Picture - 27:44

What worked in True Lies - 30:32

Safety First, Guys - 37:10

Pacing - 39:49

Performances - 45:23

Action - 54:58

Tones & Themes - 56:27

3 Best & 3 Worst - 57:30

Critical Reception - 1:04:23

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:06:17

True or False Trivia - 1:06:49

Wrapping Up - 1:09:53

Main Topic:

This week's main topic is the beginning of yet another anthology for the pod - Action Comedies. We topple head first into what can only be described as “f*cking unhinged”, (and has, by Regs!). This week we're discussing James Cameron's 'True Lies' (1994).

The movie is very much of it's time, and definitely would not get made today.. but it somehow... still works!?

Do you think this movie would be better with Mark Wahlberg? Are the stereotypes in this too much to enjoy the movie? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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164. X-Men: 97 (2024) Ft. Till the End Of The Line podcast

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 18:00:13 +1000

With DL moving across the pond, Tommy welcomes friends of the show Juan and Kike of Till the End Of The Line podcast, to discuss your third favourite dinosaur, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and much more. Before getting to our exciting main topic! You can find Juan and Kike on Youtube at Till the End Of The Line podcast: and their Instagram at @till_the_end_of_the_line128.

Also checkout Victor (@barefoot_vic), who created the boy's logo's!

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With the Fox X-Men universe getting a farewell(?) in the recent Deadpool & Wolverine, and what better time to bring the connoisseur’s of nerd culture Till the End Of The Line podcast to discuss X-Men: 97 (2024)!

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:24

Tell Us About the Podcast - 3:47

What's your 3rd Favourite Dinosaur? - 6:42

What have you been up to? - 12:54

MAIN TOPIC: X-Men '97 (2024) - 27:59

Stupid Plot Summary - 29:30

Director Scandals - 30:13

Plot Themes - 36:39

Favourite X-Men? - 44:42

Returning for 2nd Season - 47:45

Catty & Sexy? - 54:48

Action - 55:54

How can MCU improve using X-Men '97 as a guide? - 1:06:02

Tones & Themes - 1:08:25

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:11:19

Critical Reception - 1:15:30

TTEOTL: Stones Rating System - 1:16:47

Trivia True or False - 1:19:41

Wrapping Up - 1:23:52

Main Topic:

We're discussing the rebootuation/ continuation of the X:Men animated show from the 90's, till the end of the line.... and who better to deep dive the latest from Marvel Animation - Kike & Juan!?

The show brings back all the nostalgia you could wish for. So get your favourite sugary cereal, put on your jammies - it's Saturday morning cartoons time!

What elements of this should Kevin Feige bring when they decide to fold the X-Men into the MCU? Did you watch X-Men back in the 90's? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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163. Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007) Ft. Sequels Suck Podcast

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 18:00:15 +1000

With DL moving across the pond, Tommy welcomes friend of the show Angus Brown and one half of the Sequels Suck Podcast, to discuss Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II, horror movie scores and Terminator: Day Zero. Before getting to our exciting main topic! You can find Angus at the Sequels Suck Podcast: and his comedy on Instagram at @gusgusbrown.

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We're getting more pumped for 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' to reboot Marvels first family, so to set up our Sequels Suck brethren, we follow on from the 2005 iteration last week with Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)!

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:22

What have you been up to? - 10:09

MAIN TOPIC: F4 ROTSS (2007) *SPOILERS* - 23:13

Stupid Plot Summary - 26:04

Cast & Crew - 28:13

Plot - 30:10

(No) Action - 43:36

Tones & Themes - 47:22

Who's the biggest piece of shit? - 49:14

3 Best & 3 Worst - 50:08

Critical Reception - 1:00:37

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:02:19

Trivia True or False - 1:03:36

Outro - 1:08:09

Main Topic:

After the original, came the sequel that sucked! And who better to discuss the follow-up to 2005's Fantastic Four.. ahem.. classic, than Angus Brown of the Sequels Suck podcast?!

Tim Story the is back in the directors chair, for 2007's Rise of the Silver Surfer! Tommy and Angus as we discuss the state of superhero movies in 2007 and whether this is better or worse than Aquaman (2018).

Is this the best version of Marvel's first family we've seen on screen? Should Julian McMahon be returning as Doctor Doom instead of Robert Downey Jr.? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#FantasticFour #RiseoftheSilverSurfer #RobertDowneyJr #FirstSteps #MCU #Marvel #DoctorDoom #chrisevans #review #jessicaalba #Galactus

162. Fantastic Four (2005)

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 18:00:28 +1000

With the MCU's 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' getting first looks.. and damn we have opinions.. we wanted to look back at how we got here. So we're diving into the wild year that was 2005, and reviewing FOX's attempt at putting Marvel's first family on the big screen.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:23

What have you been up to? - 9:55

MAIN TOPIC: Fantastic Four (2005) - 24:06

Stupid Plot Summary - 25:15

Goofy IMDB Pic - 25:55

F4 vs Batman Begins - 28:31

Plot - 30:06

World-Building - 31:40

Characters - 33:17

Action - 43:03

(No) Tones & Themes - 46:27

3 Best & 3 Worst - 46:45

Critical Reception - 49:31

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 50:34

Trivia True or False - 52:14

Wrapping Up - 55:08

Main Topic:

Before the MCU had Pedro Pascal, Fox had a pre-Captain America Chris Evans!

Tim Story the "visionary" director behind Barbershop with Ice Cube and later the Tom & Jerry movie, attempts to unite the Fantastic Four! 2005 never looked so 2005! Join the boys as the discuss whether this is even the best superhero movie of year.

Is this the best version of Marvel's first family we've seen on screen? Should Chris Evans have stuck to Johnny Stoem? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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161. The Crow (2024)

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 21:00:58 +1000

At the peak of Re-Bootuation season, the lads quickly power through The Rings of Power discussion to get to "The Crow (2024)", the follow up to a cult classic that never really cut the mustard, only to find that it doesn't quite cut the ketchup either.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:26

How are you?2:23

What have you been up to?5:04

MAIN TOPIC: The Crow (2024) ** NO SPOILERS **18:50

Stupid Plot Summary19:52

Cast & Crew20:30

Plot24:48

World-Building31:08

Cinematography32:12

Performances33:26

Action36:17

Tones & Themes37:59

3 Best & 3 Worst38:40

Critical Reception41:54

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?42:57

** START SPOILERS **45:06

** END SPOILERS **52:13

Wrap-Up55:38

Main Topic:

Eric is back with The Crow, returning with a fresh coat of paint, a trimmed plot line and a helluva lot of violence. DL made good use of the "Brutality-shielding Hat" in this one!

While the director has great intentions, and Bill Skarsgård as the titular character made a credible attempt, it's difficult to say whether Tommy and DL had a good time! The action and violence reminded them of a Constantine-cum-John Wick, while the character motivations left little to be desired. And the lack of good Falafel opportunities was palpable.

Is this reprisal of a cult classic worth the lack of hype? Can the Swedish acting dynamo do justice to Brandon Lee? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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160. Alien: Romulus (2024) Ft. the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 18:00:09 +1000

DL & Tommy welcome back our returning gresident of the show Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast, to discuss The Jinx Season 2, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Regan boxing Olympians. Before getting to our exciting main topic! You can find Regs at: The Film Addicts Podcast and The Stitch Up.

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Time Codes:

Intro - 0:25

Whats been happening? - 2:31

What have you been up to? - 8:22

MAIN TOPIC: Alien: Romulus *NON-SPOILERS* - 17:21

Stupid Plot Summary - 19:14

Cast & Crew - 20:46

Goofy IMDB Pic - 22:26

Cinematography - 25:48

World-building - 35:16

Performances - 40:28

Pacing - 49:18

Action - 49:43

Tones & Themes - 52:08

3 Best & 3 Worst - 54:02

Critical Reception - 57:56

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 58:54

**START SPOILERS** - 59:31

** END SPOILERS** - 1:10:22

Trivia True or False - 1:10:22

Outro - 1:13:54

Main Topic:

Fede Alvarez looks to breath new life into the Xenomorph, with a fresh yet familiar take on space underwear.. we er... mean Ridley Scott's Alien franchise. The boys discuss the new crew, bringing back horror practically and how Alien: Romulus continues the legacy of a potentially flailing IP. We actually reviewed the first three Alien movies on the pod - go back and check them out!

A new vision, a new direction - same great Alien content!

Are you a fan of the Alien franchise? Did Alien: Romulus reignite you love for the films? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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159. Borderlands (2024)

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +1000

After a rough evening of frivolity and libations, DL & Tommy rally to discuss The Jinx Season 2, musings on the original Gladiator film and that DL no longer has a coffee machine. Or a couch. I mean... how can one live in such poverty?!

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Time Codes:

Intro0:23

What's been happening? 2:03

What have you been up to? 5:37

MAIN TOPIC: Borderlands (2024) 18:39

Stupid Plot Summary 20:09

Cast & Crew 20:39

Plot 25:19

Tones & Themes 38:13

3 Best & 3 Worst 38:32

Critical Reception 40:20

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 41:01

** START SPOILERS ** 42:42

** END SPOILERS ** 44:06

Trivia True or False 44:06

Outro 46:44

Main Topic:

A star-studded cast and an interesting premise cannot save Borderlands from the insults, criticisms and jovial remarks made at the film's expense. Tommy and DL muse on the game franchise adaptation (having not played it themselves) as a point in the Loss column for video game films.

Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Jamie Lee Curtis... how could you lose? Turns out you can.

And Tiny Tina is still annoying.

Are you a Borderlands game fan that felt differently about this swirling toilet water of a film? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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158. Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire (FULL SPOILERS)

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 18:00:00 +1000

Season 2 of House of the Dragon has wrapped, and Tommy & DL share their opinions on how it ended. They also head to "Conspiracy Corner" and mention two TV series' that are worthy of discussion so that YOU don't have to watch them! And the Main Topic this week is a classic bit of literat.... uh, film. I meant film.

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Time Codes:

Intro0:26.431

How are you?3:03.031

RDJ as Dr Doom6:30.747

What have you been up to?12:09.526

Conspiracy Corner19:40.889

MAIN TOPIC: Harry Potter & G of F **FULL SPOILERS**28:57.624

Gratuitous Cameo30:25.780

Stupid Plot Summary30:56.502

Plot & Tone32:45.336

Winky Hole48:18.558

The Games52:54.765

Performances54:25.250

Big things not in the movie1:03:52.497

Tones & Themes1:06:28.315

3 Best & 3 Worst1:07:43.295

Critical Reception1:10:37.728

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?1:11:18.236

Trivia True or False1:11:46.880

The Ranking of Potters1:13:52.610

Outro1:15:06.397

Main Topic:

The returning rewatching series of Harry Potter films is back with the fourth installment, The Goblet of Fire, presenting several head-scratching issues for Tommy & DL. A beloved book, the lads find that the pace is too fast, the Emo is too much and the amount of content missing from the films compared to the books is harrowing.

Nevertheless, we see young upstart Robert Pattinson get optimal facetime in a graveyard, Daniel Radcliffe's hair takes a turn for the worse, and a stellar one-off cast including Brendan Gleeson, David Tenant and Ralph Fiennes turns the clear absence of story beats into a somewhat acceptable continuation of a magical high school journey.

Does Moaning Myrtle give you the heebie-jeebies, or did you have a poster of her in your bedroom as a teen? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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157. The Will of the Many (2023) - Book time!

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 18:00:25 +1000

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Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Intro - 0:22
What's been happening? - 3.27
What have you been up to? - 9:21
MAIN TOPIC: The Will of the Many (2023) - 20:13
Stupid Plot Summary - 21:48
Goofy Character Names - 22:44
Compared to Red Rising - 24:22
Characterisation - 29:35
Pacing - 31:50
World-Building - 35:42
Plot - 42:00
Characters - 43:12
Tones & Themes - 54:10
3 Best & 3 Worst - 54:54
Critical Reception - 58:47
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 59:18
** START SPOILERS ** - 1:00:49
** END SPOILERS ** - 1:09:30
Fan Casting = 1:09:30
Trivia True or False - 1:15:24
Outro - 1:17:58

Main Topic:

After DL's disastrous attempt to get James Islington on the pod last week, we thought it would be fun to try something new and review a book(?)!

So for this week's Main Topic we're deepdiving the book that blew up on social and the boys have been talking about for weeks - 'The Will of The Many' (2023). With its Roman inspired setting and unique magic system, we talk about if it lives up to other similar titles like 'Red Rising' and how this stands out from the crowd. If nothing else you should listen in to see IF we can pull off reviewing a book!

Join us to find out whether this book is better or worse than Aquaman 2018, or if it's a red Rising wannabe?

Did 'The Will of The Many' lift you up like a Transvect, or did it sap your energy? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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156. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 18:00:41 +1000

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Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Intro - 0:22
What's been happening? - 2:33
What have you been up to? - 13:40
MAIN TOPIC: Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) - 28:30
** NON-SPOILERS ** - 28:30
Stupid Plot Summary - 30:42
Cast & Crew - 31:06
Goofy IMDB Picture - 31:58
Plot (Is the MCU back? - 33:25
Music - 45:19
Pacing - 47:54
Action - 48:24
Tones & Themes - 49:11
3 Best & 3 Worst - 49:35
Critical Reception - 52:58
Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 53:50
Ranking of MCU Movies since Endgame - 54:35
** SPOILER TIME!!! ** - 56:01
Trivia True or False - 1:06:51
Outro - 1:09:44

Main Topic:

Podcast Assemble proudly presents you with DL's best idea since we started the podcast - now we HAVE to do an episode on James Islington's 'The Will of the Many'... We also share recommendations for 'The Boys' Season 4, 'Logan' and 'Presumed Innocent',

For this week's Main Topic we discuss whether the MCU is back (baby)?! 'Deadpool & Wolverine' (2024) is in theaters and this is one which we've been eagerly anticipating - but is Marvel Jesus enough to save the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, we're talking Non-Spoilers and the Spoilers in case you haven't seen it yet...

Join us to find out whether this movie is better or worse than Aquaman 2018, and if the merc with a mouth truly has the juice to save Kevin Feige?

Did 'Deadpool & Wolverine' shatter your fourth wall, or did it suffer from a too high QPM ratio (quips per minute)? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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155. Twistersss (2024)

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 18:00:21 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:11

What's been happening? - 2:05

WHYBUT? - 7:04

MAIN TOPIC: Twisters (2024) *NO SPOILERS* - 23:07

Stupid Plot Summary - 23:54

Cast & Crew 24:36.785

Performances - 31:59

Comparing to "Twister" - 37:04

Tones & Themes - 40:53

3 Best & 3 Worst - 41:40

Critical Reception - 44:53

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 45:44

* START SPOILERS * - 46:53

* END SPOILERS * - 52:21

Trivia True or False - 52:21

Outro - 57:04

Main Topic:

The boys are back on their BS this week, with DL getting to the pointy end of a long proposed move to the UK and Tommy having trouble with real estate agents. We talk what we've been up to including DL getting deeper into the #RedRising series and Tommy thinks #DreamScenario squandered a great premise.

For our Main Topic this week we're diving into yet another rebootuation, with the follow-up to the 1996 whirlwind of a disaster movie Twister, we're talking 'Twisters' (2024). Starring Glen Powell (the king of the rebootuation) and Daisy Edgar-Jones, the movie is blows through old territory, but does it broach any new ground?

Join Podcast Assemble to find out whether this movie is better or worse than Aquaman 2018, and if Disaster movies are back (baby!)?

Did 'Twisters' blow you away, or did it blow out? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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#Twisters #GlenPowell #Movie #Review #Comedy

154. The Bikeriders (2024)

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:26

How have you been? - 3:00

WHYBUT? - 12:53

MAIN TOPIC: The Bikeriders (2024) *NO SPOILERS* - 26:34

Cast & Crew - 28:05

Plot - 28:59

Stupid Plot Summaries - 30:21

Cinematography - 34:01

Characters - 37:46

Action - 49:40

Tones & Themes - 51:28

3 Best & 3 Worst - 52:05

Critical Reception - 54:19

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 54:50

*** SPOILERS START *** - 55:49

*** SPOILERS END *** - 1:04:38

Trivia True or False? - 1:04:53

Wrap-up - 1:07:58

Outro - 1:08:48

Main Topic:

Tommy & DL are back this week to share their excitement of the new announcements: Severance Season 2 is coming on January 17, and Gladiator II on November 15! Which one is the least exciting of the two? Perhaps you'll be disappointed, as DL is more obssessed with the Euros than he should be.

This week's Main Topic is the much anticipated "The Bikeriders (2024)" with Austin Butler, Tom Hardy, Michael Shannon and Jodie Comer: all with star credibility to bring this, initially unappealing, film a sheen to bring it up to the big leagues. From bikes, to accents, to nudity, and then a smattering of tones and themes, this is a Podcast Assemble porterhouse for you to chew on this week.

Do you think 'The Bikeriders' is hot, rough and ready for a wide, global audience? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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153. A Quieter Place: Day One (2024)

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 18:00:48 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:00

What’s been happening? - 1:57

WHYBUT - 5:46

Main Topic Non—Spoilers - 23:49

Stupid Polt Summary - 25:01

Tones & Themes - 42:06

3 Best & 3 Worst - 43:00

Critical Reception - 46:19

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 47:15

Main Topic SPOILERS - 48:13

Trivia true of false - 57:23

Wrap-up - 59:55

Main Topic:

For our week's main topic this week the boys discuss the third installment in the 'Quiet Place' franchise: 'A Quiet Place: Day One' (2024). John Krasinski is back on writing duty, as Michael Sarnoski takes the reigns to take the franchise to all new places (New York)! Join Tommy & DL as we breakdown whether Tommy's trepidation as to whether this was needed at all, turns into appreciation for the movie.

Do you think 'Day One' is a worth entry in the 'Quite Place' story? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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152. Twister (1996)

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 23:19:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to 'where is DL going next?'... we mean... Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro

How are you doin'? - 0:47

Presidential Debate nonsense - 2:00

What have you been up to? - 5:38

House of the Dragon Ep1/2 *Minor Spoilers - 5:45 - 9:40

MAIN TOPIC - Twister (1996) ** FULL SPOILERS - 19:26

Stupid Plot Summary - 21:09

Twin film phenomenon - 22:33

Cast & Crew - 23:37

Goofiest IMDB Picture - 24:17

"The suck zone" - 26:23

Oh yea, the premise.. - 30:03

Where do YOU know Cary Elwes from? - 36:19

3 Best & 3 Worst - 51:40.548

Where do they take 'Twisters' 2024? - 41:58

Critical Reception - 57:08.068

Tones & Themes - 43:28

3 Best & 3 Worst - 45:07

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 49:07

Trivia True or False - 50:27

Outro - 53:48

Main Topic:

DL returns from yet ANOTHER trip, just in time to put out more content, baby! The boys talk: 'American Fiction' 2023, 'The Will of The Many' 2023, 'Speed' 1994 and more recommendations!

For our main topic this week and in anticipation of another reboot(? Rebootuation? Sequel?).. releasing later this year - we're discussing Twister (1996). Bringing "the suck zone" directly to you - we review an alum of the Twin film phenomenon era and where the follow-up with Glen Powell might go.

Is Twister worthy of a sequel? Or is this Hollywood once again weaponizing nostalgia? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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151. Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024)

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 18:00:56 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with the Bad Boys Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:00

What’s been happening? - 2:03

WHYBUT - 5:11

*House of Dragon S1 Spoilers: 6:01

*SCOOP! House of Dragon - 8:20

Main Topic Non—Spoilers - 20:00

Stupid Polt Summary - 20:55

Tones & Themes - 41:57

3 Best & 3 Worst - 42:32

Critical Reception: 45:58

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 47:49

Main Topic SPOILERS - 49:00

Trivia true of false - 54:38

Wrap-up - 58:05

Main Topic:

This week's main topic dives head first into weaponized nostalgia (at least for some), as the boys tackle the fourth installment in the Bad Boys franchise: 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' (2024). Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) return, a little older and a little slower.. but no less (ok a little less) Bad Boys! Join Tommy & DL as we discuss whether this continuation of a 30 year old franchise hits or misses the mark.

Do you think Ride or Die was a worth entry in the Bad Boys saga? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! Why I HATE the Lord of The Rings

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 19:00:53 +1000

'The War of the Rohirrim'.. 'The Hunt for Gollum'... MORE 'The Rings of Power'! When will it end?

We love the Lord of the Rings books and original movies, but the list of extended media seems to be never ending, and it's making us a little concerned. Join us as we discuss the franchise that the LOTR is becoming and whether it is entirely necessary?

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150. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 18:00:24 +1000

Hello hello and thank you for being with us on this journey to another milestone episode of Podcast Assemble! Still your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:27

Episode 150 Blooper Reel - 0:54

What's been happening? - 7:00

What have you been up to? - 12:46

!! START SPOILERS: 3 BODY PROBLEM !! - 23:06

!! END SPOILERS: 3 BODY PROBLEM !! - 28:00

MAIN TOPIC: "LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring (2001)" - 28:47

Stupid Plot Summary - 30:11

Cast and Crew - 31:43

Goofy IMDB Pic - 32:52

Memories of Fellowship Release - 36:17

Plot and Themes - 42:18

Performances - 49:04

Pacing - 51:36

Action 52:52

Tones & Themes - 1:00:54

Miscellaneous Thoughts - 1:02:00

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:04:50

Critical Reception - 1:09:52

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:11:09

Trivia True or False - 1:12:35

Outro - 1:16:48

Main Topic:

To celebrate we share some of our more goofy moments - check out the blooper reel up to! And then dive into another new 'anthology': with the LOTR 'War of Roherrim' coming this festive period, along with 'The Hunt for Gollum' being announced, we thought it was time to jump into one of our favorite all time trilogies with 'The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring; (2001). We discuss Peter Jackson's magnum opus, though watch out for our spicy takes.... We also share some recommendations (or not so much) from our streaming queues - including 'Three Body Problem' on Netflix's and 'Fleabag' .

Let us know if the Fellowship being only 9 members messes with your OCD or if this movie is on your Mount Rushmore, by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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149. Furiosa - A Mad Max Saga (2024)

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 19:00:13 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:24

What have you been up to? - 8:36

MAIN TOPIC: Furiosa (2024) - 26:15

Stupid Plot Summary - 26:35

Cast & Crew - 27:45

Plot - 28:45

Practical Effects - 34:10

Worldbuilding - 38:36

Pacing - 46:26

Action - 47:07

Tones & Themes - 53:34

3 Worst & 3 Best - 55:20

Critical Reception - 58:56

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 59:28

!! SPOILERS !! - 1:01:01

!! END SPOILERS !! - 1:08:46

Trivia True or False - 1:08:47

Outro - 1:11:10

Main Topic:

This week we dive into the Mad Max universe with the latest sequel/prequel to come rolling out of Hollywood - Furiosa - A Mad Max Saga (2024). Director George Miller returns to the Wasteland, to tell us exactly how Furiosa lost her arm... and we guess how she ended up in the Citadel. We discuss our recommendations including 'The Will of The Many' and Netflix's 'The Gentlemen' before getting to more spicy takes.

Let us know what you think of the latest story in the Mad Max mythology, if you're one of the people who watched it, by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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148. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024) Ft. the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sat, 25 May 2024 18:00:11 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and our returning gresident of the show Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

Catching-up - 0:51

What have you been up to? - 12:31

MAIN TOPIC: Kingdom of Planet of the Apes (2024) - 23:29

!! NON SPOILERS !! - 24:40

Stupid Plot Summary - 24:43

Cast & Crew - 25:56

Goofy IMDB Picture - 28:22

Plot - 31:37

Cinematography & Worldbuilding - 42:53

Action - 50:19

Tones & Themes - 51:42

3 Best & 3 Worst - 54:03

Critical Reception - 58:48

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 59:45

!! SPOILERS !! - 1:00:55

Trivia True or False - 1:07:23

Wrapping Up - 1:10:09

Main Topic:

For this week's main topic we return to the world of the Planet of the Apes, where director Wes Ball transports us 300 years into the franchise future. Join us as we discuss what we've been up to with recommendations for 'X-Men 97', along with Reg's guesting on our friends of the show 'Sequels Suck', before getting into the main topic. Get ready for more spicy takes!

Let us know what you think of the newest in the POTA franchise by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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147. The Crow (1994)

Sat, 11 May 2024 21:00:48 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16.347

How are you doin'? 5:00.211

What have you been up to? 9:46.212

MAIN TOPIC: The Crow (1994) !! FULL SPOILERS !! 27:36.612

Stupid Plot Summary 29:16.610

Cast & Crew (yep, that's it...) 30:02.548

Plot (& stuff...) 30:19.196

Tones & Themes 50:51.151

3 Best & 3 Worst 51:40.548

Critical Reception 57:08.068

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 58:40.709

Trivia True or False 1:00:19.662

Outro 1:03:03.948

Main Topic:

Tommy and DL are still on the Nuptual Tour and recorded this one early, but there's no less of the antics you love! The lads talk The Gentleman Series, Fallout, revisit the Dave Chapelle Special and tease a Red Rising - Book 2 spoilercast.

The main topic this week, in anticipation of the re-make releasing this year, is The Crow (1994). A cult classic, DL is perplexed by the grunge and Tommy relives his childhood as they discover that Brandon Lee was the true inspiration for Heath Ledger's Joker character.

Is The Crow worthy of the cult status is received? Or should it be put on the shelf with Donnie Darko? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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146. Alien 3 (1992)

Sat, 04 May 2024 21:00:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16

What have you been up to? 7:39

MAIN TOPIC: Alien 3 (1992) !! FULL SPOILERS !! 18:30

Stupid Plot Summary 19:23

Cast & Crew 20:16

Plot 21:41

Dialogue 33:38

Ripley's End 39:58

Tones & Themes 41:48

3 Best & 3 Worst 42:30

Critical Reception 43:59

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 44:57

Trivia True or False 45:34

Outro 49:47

Main Topic:

This week, while Tommy and DL are traveling for the big wedding, they tackle the much-maligned but eagerly-argued third installment of the Aliens series, Alien³. Sigourney Weaver is back as Ripley and inhabited by an incubating Xenomorph - add a prison planet to the mix and you have a recipe for disaster! DL also catches us up on the plot for his new book, hitting the shelves in 2025! (well, maybe - just wishlist it please!)

Do you think Alien³ was a key pillar in the trilogy, or was it a big let down? Let us know by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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145. The Fall Guy (2024)

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:19:08 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

Deadpool x Wolverine Trailer - 4:22

Severance S02 Theory - 6:59

What have you been up to? - 12:26

!! START SHOGUN SPOILERS !! - 16:33

!! END SHOGUN SPOILERS !! - 23:45

MAIN TOPIC: The Fall Guy (2024) - 31:13

Stupid Plot Summary - 32:12

Plot - 34:28

Cinematography - 40:30

Tones & Themes - 49:37

3 Best & 3 Worst - 50:37

Critical Reception - 55:59

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 56:30

!! START SPOILERS !! - 57:05

!! END SPOILERS !! - 1:02:43

Trivia True or False - 1:03:07

Outro - 1:06:44

Main Topic:

For this week's main topic we have yet another of co host Tommy's most Anticipated of 2024, as we review the Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt starring 'The Fall Guy'. Join us as we discuss what we've been up to with recommendations for both 'Shogun' and 'Fallout', before asking the real questions about the main topic. Such as: can Ryan Gosling avoid over-saturation and would you get jealous if your partner was working with Gosling (or Blunt)?

Let us know what you think of the show's big conundrums by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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144. Civil War (2024)

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 18:00:45 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 10:29

!! START SPOILERS FOR RED RISING BK 2 !! - 20:50

!! END SPOILERS FOR RED RISING BK 2 !! - 35:19

MAIN TOPIC: Civil War (2024) *NO SPOILERS* - 35:52

Stupid Plot Summary - 36:31

Cast & Crew - 37:20

Plot - 38:16

Action - 54:02

Tones & Themes - 57:33

3 Best & 3 Worst - 59:49

Critical Reception - 1:03:39

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:04:18

!! START SPOILERS FOR CIVIL WAR !! - 1:05:17

!! END SPOILERS FOR CIVIL WAR !! - 1:11:57

Trivia True or False - 1:11:58

Outro - 1:15:09

Main Topic:

This week we return to one of Podcast Assemble's favorite movie studios, with the latest cab off the ranks from A24 - 'Civil War' (2024). The film was both written and directed by another MVP of the pod, Alex Garland, in which we follow a set of journalist's making their way across America for one last big story as the war comes to a close. But does this masterpiece in tension building go far enough?

Have you seen Civil War yet?.. let us know what you think by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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143. Monkey Man (2024)

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 19:00:05 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 5:40

!! START SISU (2023) SPOILERS !! - 16:49

!! END SISU SPOILERS !! - 17:15

MAIN TOPIC: Monkey Man (2024) *NO SPOILERS* - 18:28

Stupid Plot Summary - 19:40

Cast & Crew - 20:21

Plot - 22:11

Cinematography & World-Building - 30:56

Action - 38:02

Tones & Themes - 40:32

3 Best & 3 Worst - 45:22

Critical Reception - 49:31

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 50:00

!! START SPOILERS !! - 51:05

!! END SPOILERS !! - 57:28

Trivia True or False - 57:28

Correspondence - 59:37

Outro - 1:01:07

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we are reviewing the Dev Patel directed and starred in - 'Monkey Man (2024). A movie production that paralleled the hell the main character endures, and equally similarly came out swinging! This is one NOT to be missed, as the boys deepdive the epic action and muse on what could have made this a cult classic...

Have you seen Monkey Man yet? Did you think it was better than just 'John Wick in India'?.. let us know what you think by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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142. Godzilla x Kong x Egypt: The New Empire (2024)

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 19:00:33 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What's been happening? - 1:03

WHYBUT - 4:14

START Red Rising SPOILERS - 13:17

END RR SPOILERS - 15:11

MAIN TOPIC: Godzilla x Kong (2024) - 19:20

Stupid Plot Summary - 19:45

Cast & Crew - 20:53

Plot - 21:19

CGI - 29:12

Action - 35:47

Tones & Themes - 41:14

3 Best & 3 Worst - 43:15

Critical Reception - 45:40

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 46:10

!! START SPOILERS FOR KONG x GODZILLA !! - 47:00

!! END SPOILERS FOR KONG x GODZILLA !! - 53:25

Trivia True or False - 53:25

Outro - 55:37

Main Topic:

Join Podcast Assemble for more interesting pop culture recommendations and a titanic Main Topic! This week we're diving back into the Monsterverse, with the latest in the franchise - Godzilla: Age of Ultron... I er.. mean Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024). Join us as we discuss where this fits against the legacy of Godzilla and King Kong movies, along with whether or not this incarnation is perhaps now being made for kids. Oh boy do we have some opinions...

But did you like The New Empire? Have you ever had a piece of media spoiled for you by Chat GPT?.. let us know what you think by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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141. Beau Is Afraid (2023)

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 18:00:05 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What's been happening? - 2:38

What have you been up to? - 8:18

MAIN TOPIC: Beau Is Afraid (2023) !!FULL SPOILERS!! - 26:00

Stupid Plot Summary - 26:39

Cast & Crew - 27:23

Goofy IMDB Picture - 28:05

Tommy tells us what he "really" thinks - 30:45

Performances - 42:34

Action - 47:28

Tones & Themes - 50:09

3 Best & 3 Worst - 51:30

Critical Reception - 55:30

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 56:54

True or False Trivia - 58:32

Outro - 1:00:23

Main Topic:

This week we review one of DL's most anticipated of 2023 - as we follow Ari Aster working out his childhood trauma on screen with 'Beau Is Afraid'. We discuss the 3 hour long story of losing the protagonists virginity and giant attic p*nises.. or something. Listen in this week to find out whether we think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018!

But this film draws the line between abstract genius and the current wave of cookie cutter movie.. let us know what you think by contacting us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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140. Road House (2024)

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 21:09:16 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:15

What have you been doing? - 2:12

Geeky Update - 5:42

!! START SEVERANCE SPOILERS - 8:44

!! END SEVERANCE SPOILERS - 12:02

MAIN TOPIC: Road House (2024) - 25:50

Stupid Plot Summary - 26:58

Cast and Crew - 27:52

Plot - 29:57

Action - 32:55

Performances - 36:53

Tones & Themes - 45:56

3 Best & 3 Worst - 46:01

Critical Reception - 48:52

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 49:22

!! SPOILERS START HERE - 51:11

!! SPOILERS END HERE - 54:31

True or False Trivia - 54:34

Outro - 57:53

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week, Tommy and DL ask the question - what happens when Jake Gyllenhaal f*cks around with a reboot and finds out. We discuss the semi-rebootuation of the classic 80's movie 'Road House', only this time with significantly more Conor McGregor And boy.. is it a movie. Listen in this week to find out whether we think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018!

Let us know if you're a huge reboot fan by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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139. No Country for Old Men (2007)

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 18:00:58 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 6:46

MAIN TOPIC: No Country For Old Men (2007) **FULL SPOILERS** - 19:57

Stupid Plot Summary - 22:17

Goofy IMDB Picture - 23:40

Plot - 26:02

Performances - 33:22

World-Building - 35:08

Tones & Themes - 50:55

3 Best & 3 Worst - 52:14

Critical Reception - 55:28

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 55:54

Trivia True or False - 56:44

Outro - 58:59

Main Topic:

For our Main Topic this week we're jumping on the Oscar's hype train to start a(nother nother) new anthology - and it's DL's time to shine with 'Westerns'. we are talking about the Cohen brother's 2007 film 'No Country for Old Men', which conveniently also fits nicely into our 'movies we should have seen but haven't' anthology, (or at least for Tommy hasn't). Will the boys agree on whether this is better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? ... you don't want to miss this one!

Let us know if you're a huge Western's fan by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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138. Dune: Part 2 (2024)

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:00:55 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes (Sponsored by Matthew Bliss):

Intro - 0:16

What's been happening? - 1:26

What have you been up to? (Geeky Catch-up_ - 7:02

MAIN TOPIC: Dune: Part 2 (2024) - 17:51

Stupid Plot Summary - 18:43

Cast & Crew - 19:28

Goofy IMDB Pic - 21:26

Plot - 24:12

Book VS Movie? - 28:23

Austin Parker's Performance - 36:48

Characterization - 40:15

Pacing - 42:18

Action - 45:07

Tones & Themes - 48:25

3 Best & 3 Worst - 49:13

Critical Reception - 52:36

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 53:18

**SPOILERS START HERE** - 53:59

** SPOILERS END HERE** - 1:02:14

Trivia True or False - 1:02:14

Outro - 1:05:22

Main Topic:

This weeks main topic sees Tommy and DL returning to Denis Villeneuve's Arrakis, for the follow-up to 2021's Part one, with Dune: Part 2 (2024)!. The boys discuss whether Austin Butler's villainous performance could possibly live up to Heath Ledgers Joker, and the meme-worthy nature of Javier Bardem. Could this be the "Part 2" that was finally worth the wait? Listen in this week to find out!

Are you the Lisan al Gaib believer of the pod? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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137. True Detective: Night Country (2024)

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 20:33:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and DL, back fresh after his time away and ready to get cynical about this week's main topic!

Time Codes (Sponsored by Matthew Bliss):

Intro0:16.107

How's things?1:10.446

What have you been up to?10:12.927

MAIN TOPIC: True Detective: Night Country (2024) *** FULL SPOILERS ***19:56.064

Stupid Plot Summary20:53.175

Cast & Crew21:40.041

Plot22:52.444

Central Themes28:34.253

Dl Has Questions...32:58.192

Characters40:46.981

Getting to the End47:04.754

Tones & Themes48:47.4533

Best & 3 Worst49:21.610

Critical Reception52:28.522

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?53:44.457

True or False Trivia55:10.037

Outro56:59.637

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week, Tommy and DL are flat circle-jerking about "True Detective: Night Country", the fourth season of the illustrious and infamous crime drama. The lads discuss whether the legacy set by Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson is met by Jodie Foster and the dark, icy tundra of Alaska. Is this a whodunnit with a twist? How many stories can a director cram into six episodes? And what the $&%! is a corpsicle? Listen in this week to find out!

Are you a True Detective like Jodie Foster? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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136. Madame Web (2024) Ft. the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 18:00:55 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and our returning gresident of the show Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes (Sponsored by Matthew Bliss):

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 6:33

MAIN TOPIC: Madame Web (2024) - 25:11

Stupid Plot Summary - 29:02

Cast and Crew - 30:56

Plot - 36:57

Performances - 40:22

World-building & Cinematography - 43:05

Tones and Themes - 53:59

3 Best & 3 Worst - 54:25

Critical Reception - 57:45

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 58:57

**FULL SPOILERS FROM HERE** - 1:00:33

Trivia True or False? - 1:03:16

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're reviewing the latest entry into the Sony's Spider-Man Universe, not containing Spider-man - Madame Web (2024). AND boy - do we have opinions! No pretense here, this is bad by all metrics, but can ever the optimist Regs shed some light on saving graces for the movie? Join the boys as we let you know definitely if this is better or worse than Aquaman 2018!

Were you one of the few who saw Madame Web? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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135. War for the Planet of the Apes (2017)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 18:00:08 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What's been happening? - 3:35

What have you been up to? - 8:56

Main Topic: War of the Planet of the Apes (2017) **FULL SPOILERS** - 33:42

Stupid Plot Summary - 34:12

Cast and Crew - 34:46

Goofy IMDB Pic - 35:46

Plot - 39:37

Action - 56:00

CGI - 57:33

Tones & Themes - 59:23

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:02:00

Critical Reception - 1:04:41

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:05:17

Main Topic:

For our Main Topic this week we close out the trilogy of the rebootuated POTA franchise with the 2017 War for the Planet of the Apes! If it was confusing what RISE came before DAWN, then the WAR at least seems in the right place. Continuing our 'movies we should have seen but haven't' anthology, we somehow missed this one! Biblical allegories and confusing characterization, will this live up to what came before... you don't want to miss this one!

Let us know if this is a trilogy that slipped under the radar for you by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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134. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:00:44 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 3:02

What have you been watching? - 9:38

MAIN TOPIC: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014) **FULL SPOILERS - 21:21

Stupid Plot Summary - 23:25

Cast & Crew - 24:26

Plot - 26:32

CGI - 33:39

Setting and Environments - 36:39

Favourite Ape? - 43:49

Tones and Themes - 49:40

3 Best and 3 Worst - 50:24

Critical Response - 53:35

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 54:21

Trivia True or False - 54:56

Outro - 57:35

Main Topic:

For our Main Topic this week we're continuing our deepdive of the rebootuated POTA franchise with the 2014 Dawn of the Planet of the Apes! We're not sure why RISE came before DAWN... they must be farming apes, however this continues to fit nicely into our 'movies we should have seen but haven't' anthology. Somehow even better special effects juxtapose with significantly less interesting humans... this is going to be a fun one!

Let us know if this is a trilogy that slipped under the radar for you by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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133. Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 19:00:55 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

Australia Day - 2:28

What have you been up to? - 7:55

MAIN TOPIC: Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) ***FULL SPOILERS - 22:05

Tommy's Theory - 22:41

Stupid Plot Summary - 24:13

Cast & Crew - 25:09

Plot - 27:50

CGI - 32:26

World-building & Cinematography - 35:45

Action - 45:17

Tones and Themes - 51:43

3 Best & 3 Worst - 53:08

Critical Reception - 56:16

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 57:03

True or False Trivia - 58:15

Outro - 1:01:16

Main Topic:

This week we're revisiting the rebootuation of a classic franchise, with the 2011 Rise of the Planet of the Apes! This also fits nicely into our 'movies we should have seen but haven't' anthology. Spectacular special effects clash with a post-release cancelled James Franco.. does it still live up to the reputation?

Let us know if this is a trilogy that slipped under the radar for you by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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132. Movies we’re most excited for, slated for release in 2024

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 19:00:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond!

Time codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 3:34

What have you been watching? - 6:37

MAIN TOPIC: Most anticipated movies of 2024 - 21:05

Revising 2023 Predictions - 21:26

2024 Prediction 1 - 23:43

2024 Prediction 2 - 28:46

2024 Prediction 3 - 35:45

2024 Prediction 4 - 41:48

2024 Prediction 5 - 50:10

Top TV Shows 2024 - 55:40

Outro - 58:59

This week we are looking ahead at our most anticipated movies slated for release in 2024, and then discussing why we're do damn excited. It's looking like a seriously interesting year in movies, with minimal from the MCU coming out this year.

Check out out recommendations and let us know if we missed the film you can't wait to see, by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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131. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023)

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 20:00:15 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to a new year with Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Welcome Back! - 0:16

How was Christmas? - 0:59

Aquaman & Cinema Stories - 2:56

What have you been up to? - 7:20

MAIN TOPIC: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023) - 25:24

Stupid Plot Summary - 26:07

What did you think of the film? - 27:23

Goofy IMDB Picture - 29:37

Plot - 31:43

Filming Issues - 38:26

Action - 41:37

Villain - 42:19

Tones & Themes - 44:17

3 Best & 3 Worst - 45:02

Critical reception - 47:53

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 48:43

*** SPOILERS *** - 49:41

*** END SPOILERS *** - 52:31

Trivia True or False - 52:31

Outro - 55:57

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're going capping off the DCEU franchise with the final entry and sequel to the muse for our famous rating system - Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023)! James Wan is back at the helm of what can only be described as a movie with a serious amount of studio interference. A movie further overshadowed by conservatory and a cinematic universe which was closing up shop around it, could this possibly be anything? Join the boys as we let you know definitely if this is better or worse than Aquaman 2018!

What did you think of Aquaman? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! Percy Jackson & The Olympians (IWTFE)

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 05:20:56 +1000

Ever sit there doom scrolling on the various streaming platforms and think, there’s just too much content! And I’m too damn busy learning about Greek mythology and giving up playing the ukulele to watch a TV reboot of the Young Adult book series Percy Jackson?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIh6DsSQyuA

Join Podcast Assemble as we discuss the first episode of Percy Jackson & The Olympians and whether its worth checking out. And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out our podcast Podcast Assemble?! https://spoti.fi/3WNJDXK

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130. Die Hard (1988)

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 06:00:56 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16.976

How you doin'? 1:22.251

What have you been up to? 4:26.858

MAIN TOPIC: Die Hard (1988) 15:36.058

Stupid Plot Summary 16:06.035

Cast & Crew 17:04.954

Plot 19:03.405

Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? 19:57.663

Cinematography 27:19.633

Performances 30:42.317

NEWS: Insomniac Leaks 39:38.320

Back to the action... 41:18.654

Tones & Themes 43:26.465

3 Best & 3 Worst 44:00.209

Scores 46:06.750

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 47:06.882

True or False Trivia 48:19.613

Outro 51:24.808

Main Topic:

This week we're revisiting a classic with Mr McClain and Herr Guber in Die Hard (1988)! A must-watch in every sense, we unpack the complex themes told through exceptional cinematography, the moment Alan Rickman (RIP) decided to never work with the director again, and why Tommy watches this film EVERY SINGLE YEAR! We also decide, once and for all, if Die Hard is a Christmas Movie or not.

Is Die Hard in your must-watch collection? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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129. Best and Worst of 2023 Awards!

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 21:17:54 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time codes:

Intro - 0:20

What's been happenin'? - 1:21

What have you been up to? - 7:39

Awards Ceremony - 22:41

Outro - 1:04:04

1:15:35 - Correspondence

1:19:54 - Outro

Categories:

Awards Ceremony Intro - 22:41 / Razzie: Worst movie of the year - 23:29 / Most under-appreciated Movie - 27:10 / Best Adam Driver Award (carrying a performance) - 29:11 / Movies we missed but wished we hadn't - 32:52 / Best Rebootuations of 2023 - 35:53 / Best TV Show - 38:20 / Best/Worst of the MCU - 42:42 / Piece of media you wish you could remove from your life - 45:13 / There's not enough Mark Wahlberg Award - 46:14 / Movie desperate for a sequel - 48:46 / Best CGI - 49:34 / Best Video Game - 50:32 / Worst PA Predictions of 2022 - 52:04 / Best show cancelled by Netflix - 53:58 / Biggest "Kenergy" - 56:07 / Best Movie of 2023 - 57:18 / Most Aquaman Movie of 2023 - 59:45

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're reviewing ALL of 2023! The boys are back for their annual Awards show, with some new fun categories and some old favorites returning. Watch out for the 'Not Enough Mark Wahlberg' Award. But, what takes the most coveted 'Most Aquaman Movie of 2023'? We answer all these questions and more!

What did you think was the best movie of 2023? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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128. Godzilla Minus One (2023)

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 23:48:43 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 6:42

*SPOILERS FOR RED RISING SERIES* - 9:23

MAIN TOPIC: Godzilla Minus One (2023) - 19:49

Stupid Plot Summary - 21:02

Plot & Cast - 22:10

Performances - 31:36

Action - 34:23

CGI - 38:37

Tones & Themes - 40:00

3 Best & 3 Worst - 40:41

Critical Reception - 44:18

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 45:10

***SPOILERS AHEAD*** - 46:24

True or False Trivia - 54:29

Outro - 57:16

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're going off the beaten track and checking out the newest entry in the titan's franchise - 'Godzilla Minus One' Coming direct from Japanese director Takashi Yamazaki, it's the movie that has mind behind Godzilla 2014 Gareth Edwards saying "This is what a Godzilla movie should be like"! But, will the boys agree with him? Have you managed to hunt down this limited release movie in cinemas? We answer all these questions and more!

What did you think of Godzilla Minus One? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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127. Nightcrawler (2014)

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 21:53:09 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

Spotify Wrapped Time - 8:13

What have you been up to? - 11:18

**Spoilers for Loki Season 2** - 21:51

**End Loki Season 2 Spoilers** - 26:41

MAIN TOPIC: Nightcrawler (2014) *FULL SPOILERS* - 29:08

Stupid Plot Summary - 30:09

Cast - 31:53

Goofy IMDB Picture - 32:44

Plot - 34:25

What is Nightcrawling? - 39:12

Action - 53:38

Tones & Themes - 55:42

3 Best & 3 Worst - 56:49

Critical Reception - 59:56

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:01:08

True or False Trivia - 1:02:04

Final Thoughts - 1:04:22

Outro - 1:04:50

Main Topic:

This week we're back to it with one of our (many) favorite anthologies - as Tommy bring a Movie he hasn't seen (but should have) 2014's 'Nightcrawler'. This smart, stylish, and thought-provoking thriller, stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Riz Ahmed - but my days is it confronting!

Listen this week to hear about the the cultural differences of growing up in the UK and US, Jake Gyllenhaal channeling his inner coyote and stick around for the boys spicy takes!

Which movies are 'must watches' which you haven't seen? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to Podcast Assemble! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ And let us know what you think of the show.

126. The Marvels (2023) - why the hate?

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 16:00:27 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro0:16

Catch-up1:35

What have you been up to?6:22

MAIN TOPIC: The Marvels (2023)21:04

Stupid Plot Summary22:17

Goofy IMDB Pics24:38

Plot26:22

Pacing35:02

Action38:42

Tones & Themes40:21

3 Best & 3 Worst41:31

Scores44:32

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?45:32

*WARNING: SPOILERS FROM THIS POINT ON*46:15

True or False Trivia56:28

Youtube Comments57:51

Outro1:00:24

Main Topic:

Our main topic this week The MCU is back...baby?! The boy's enthusiasm for the MCU is dipping similarly to the public opinion, however at least Tommy is sticking-up for The Marvels (2023). The commonality between Phases 4 and 5 appears to be missed potential! Look out for DL's rant on MCU villains - it is not to be missed. Do you think the movie was a contender for the next Aquaman (2018)? We answer all these questions and more!

What did you think of The Marvels? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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125. The Dark Knight (2008) Ft. Regs of the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 15:28:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond - who is joined friend of the show and gresident Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes:

INTRO 0:16.758

How's Sydney, Regs? (Hotel Stories) 9:23.326

What have you been up to? 13:49.510

MAIN TOPIC: The Dark Knight (2008) *FULL SPOILERS* 34:25.103

Stupid Plot Summary 35:28.074

Cast 36:50.438

Goofy IMDB Pic 37:28.340

Back to the film *FULL SPOILERS* 41:30.707

Pacing 1:04:21.788

Action 1:07:33.678

Let's talk about hair 1:09:43.924

Back to the Plot 1:11:32.713

Tones & Themes 1:12:25.826

3 Best & 3 Worst 1:14:12.640

Scores 1:17:18.249

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 1:19:52.713

Trivia True or False 1:23:05.003

Outro 1:26:45.823

Main Topic:

We've got a special visitor from Melbourne this week - Regs of the Film Addicts Podcast! And he's dropped by in person to record a very special episode of a film that we've all come to love over the years.

Here us dive back into the Chris Nolan Anthology with "The Dark Knight" (2008), a seminal addition to the Batman film series featuring Christian Bale and the legendary Heath Ledger (RIP). Regs gives us his takes on the film and we all wonder why Mark Wahlberg wasn't cast as the Joker instead of Ledger...

What did you rate 'The Dark Knight' as one of your top Nolan films? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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The Film Addicts Podcast

The Stitch Up

124. I Am Mother (2019)

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 17:00:47 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What have you been up to? - 7:19

MAIN TOPIC: I Am Mother (2019) *FULL SPOILERS* - 22:31

Stupid Plot Summary - 23:01

Plot - 25:22

Visuals & Design - 33:36

Performances - 34:41

Pacing - 40:38

Ending Twist Theories - 45:13

Tones & Themes - 52:04

3 Best & 3 Worst - 52:47

Scores - 58:28

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 59:18

True or False Trivia - 1:00:34

The Proposal - 1:02:16

Outro - 1:03:41.32

Main Topic:

This week we're diving head long back into one of our many anthologies.. if we can still call it that, as DL & Tommy review the 2019 Sci-fi 'I am Mother'. The small cast (including Hilary Swank) and clinical aesthetic, gives this thriller 'Alien' vibes - But due to being released right before the start of the pandemic, we wonder if anyone actually saw it?

Listen this week to hear about the the heady themes, refreshing takes on worn out tropes and stick around for the end for some very very wholesome content. You don't want to miss this episode!

What did you watch 'I am Mother'? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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123. Killers of the Flower Mood (2023)

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:00:59 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro0:16.680

Maligning YouTube and the Algorithm - 4:41.295

What have you been up to? - 6:05.035

Main Topic: Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) - 17:18.135

Stupid Plot Summary - 18:01.874

Plot & Performances - 20:35.994

Pacing - 35:14.364

Tones and Themes - 42:00.654

3 Best & 3 Worst - 42:32.206

Scores - 46:07.316

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 47:30.419

*SPOILERS* - 49:10.348

Trivia True or False (END SPOILERS) - 55:43.449

Wrapping up - 57:53.320

Main Topic:

DL and Tommy head back to hallowed grounds of the cinema this week, to review the new Martin Scorsese 'Killers of the Flower Moon' (2023). Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone head up a diversity packed cast for this almost three and a half hour.. movie.

Join our discussion this week as we talk the length of this movie, is Martin Scorsese losing his status as 'untouchable and oh my god is this movie still going?! You don't want to miss the spicy takes!

Have you seen Killers of the Flower Moon? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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122. The Swarm (1978) - Halloween Spook-takular Trilogy!

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 14:05:56 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16.447

What have you been up to? 5:23.999

MAIN TOPIC: The Swarm (1978) *FULL SPOILERS* 19:02.616

Stupid Plot Summary 19:58.365

BIG REVEAL for the truth of the Anthology 20:27.256

Cast 21:41.401

Plot 24:35.303

CGI 41:25.726

Tone and Theme 42:43.831

3 Best & 3 Worst 44:54.394

Scores 48:23.652

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 50:45.650

True or False Trivia 51:05.413

Anthology Wrap-up 53:23.927

Outro 53:47.051

Main Topic:

Tommy and DL are concluding their Halloween trilogy of laughably bad horror films with an inspired piece from back in the day: The Swarm (1978). Michael Caine joins a stellar cast with an unread script and side-stories galore in this 3-hour epic ripped to shreads by the Podcast Assemble duo.

Listen this week to hear about the dangers of bees, the unfortunate musings of entymologists, an overly intimate town with poor childcare and the death of one important director's career. You don't want to miss this episode!

What did you think of The Swarm? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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121. The Wickerman (2006) - Halloween Spook-takular Trilogy!

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 11:38:29 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond!

Time Codes:

Intro0:17.376

Life Banter6:34.584

MAIN TOPIC: The Wickerman (2006) *SPOILERS*23:24.268

Stupid Plot Summary24:15.687

Plot27:40.508

Ex-GF Sidebar37:49.229

CGI Bees57:31.913

Tones and Themes57:49.677

Witches of Salem59:18.534

3 Best & 3 Worst1:00:23.922

Scores1:05:07.604

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)1:05:58.780

True or False Trivia1:07:53.567

Outro1:09:48.142

Main Topic:

Tommy and DL are back at it again, this time virtually to avoid some unintended viral generosity! In the lead up to the Spooky season they're talking Horror.. but in a way only Podcast Assemble can - with a trilogy of unintentionally funny 'horror' movies!

This week, Tommy brings "The Wickerman (2006)" to the table and astonishes DL by the lack of good acting, solid plot and artfully-created CGI bees. They also cannot look past the appearance of Nicolas Cage as the main protagonist who doesn't seem to know what kind of film he's in, who he should be finding, or generally where the "Nic Cage" of The Wickerman comes in!

Listen this week to hear about Nic Cage at his worst, a mysterious "Sister Beach" and an unexpected James Franco cameo. And whatever you do, don't be a honey-d**ker.

What did you think of The Wickerman? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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120. The Happening (2008) - Halloween Spook-takular Trilogy!

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 02:03:59 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond !

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

WHYBUT? - 5:40

MAIN TOPIC: The Happening (2008) **FULL SPOILERS** - 32:16

Stupid Plot Summary - 34:06

Venting and Plot (Holes) - 35:03

Performances - 52:17

Pacing - 54:03

Action - 57:08

Tones & Themes - 1:00:24

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:01:28

Scores - 1:06:07

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:07:00

True or False Trivia - 1:08:02

Outro - 1:10:58

Main Topic:

The boys catch-up on all things they've been "up to", before jumping onto this week's main topic. In the lead up to the Spooky season we're talking Horror.. but in a way only Podcast Assemble can - with a trilogy of unintentionally funny 'horror' movies! We kick off with the 2008 comedy.. sorry horror flick 'The Happening', from M. Night Shyamalan. Could you keep a straight face at Mark Wahlberg's line delivery? We talk spicy takes and more!

What did you think of The Creator? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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119. Ahsoka (2023) Season 1

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 19:57:58 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond !

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16

WHYBUT? 6:42

Have you heard? 20:05

MAIN TOPIC: Ahsoka (2023) **FULL SPOILERS** 29:03

Stupid Plot Summary 31:07

Scores 31:55

Plot (incl. Rebels) 35:17

What did you think of it? 43:01

Performances 46:44

Action 1:06:14

Tones & Themes 1:15:45

3 Best & 3 Worst 1:16:40

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) 1:20:13

True or False Trivia 1:21:19

Correspondence 1:24:07

Outro 1:25:49

Did you hear this week that:

Cameron Monaghan says there is a third Jedi game in the works
Jamer Gunn Confirms which 3 actors will have jobs in his DCEU
OceanGate Titan submersible incident movie is in the works

Main Topic:

Our main topic this week is a review of rebels season 4... we mean... "Ahsoka (2023)"! The tale of Anakin Skywalker's former padawan trying to stop the return of the empire, and there are space whales! Has Dave Filoni breathed life back into Star Wars? Or was it not good enough to beat out Aquaman (2018)? We answer all these questions and more!

What did you think of The Creator? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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118. The Creator (2023)

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 23:17:46 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy and DL from across the pond !

Time Codes:

INTRO - 0:16

WHYBUT? - 3:19

*SPOILERS FOR SEVERANCE* - 12:23

Have you heard? - 20:14

It Follows Sidebar - 28:41

MAIN TOPIC: The Creator (2023) - Non Spoilers - 35:24

Stupid Plot Summary - 36:13

Scores - 37:24

Plot - 40:08

Performances - 50:14

Action & CGI - 58:53

Tones & Themes - 1:01:08

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:02:46

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:04:48

*SPOILERS FROM HERE ON* - 1:06:05

Trivia True or False? - 1:15:36

Did you hear this week that:

True detective season 4 trailer
Devil May Cry anime coming to Netflix
WAG reach a tentative deal to end the writers strike!

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're reviewing the 'The Creator' - the latest movie from Rogue One director Gareth Edwards! We're going to be deepdiving the into this fantasy sci-fi world and discussing the big swings it takes.... Do you agree with our spicy takes?

What did you think of The Creator? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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117. Mortal Kombat Annihilation (1997) Ft. Regs of the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 02:08:14 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy who is joined by friend of the show and gresident Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

WHYBUT? - 3:48

Have you heard? - 19:35

MAIN TOPIC: Mortal Kombat Annihilation (1997) *FULL SPOILERS* - 37:15

Stupid Plot Summary - 38:58

Scores - 42:36

Direction - 43:38

Plot - 46:56

Cinematography & World-building - 57:36

Action - 1:01:49

CGI - 1:06:26

Tones & Themes - 1:10:28

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:12:39

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:16:18

True or False Trivia - 1:17:44

Did you hear this week that:

The Crow reboot is back in the news!
Aquaman 2 initial reactions.... are bad
Gen V the Boys spin-off gets a trailer

Main Topic:

Mortal Kombat 1 is soon to be released for consoles so Tommy and Regs are back to their bulls*it, diving into one of the show's many anthologies - 'franchises getting a rebootuation'! This week we're discussing the sequel to the 1995 video game adaptation of Mortal Kombat, subtitled Annihilation (1997). Has big budget movie making ever looked this trash? Join us for great chat and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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You can find Regs at:

The Film Addicts Podcast

The Stitch Up

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116. Layer Cake (2004)

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 22:08:10 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16.597

WHYBUT? - 5:55

Have you heard? - 20:46

MAIN TOPIC: Layer Cake (2004) *FULL SPOILERS* - 33:40

Stupid Plot Summary - 35:02

Critical Reception - 36:09

Plot - 38:40

Action - 1:00:32

Tones and Themes - 1:08:54

Cinematography - 1:10:49

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:11:21

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? - 1:14:55

Trivia True or False - 1:16:58

Did you hear this week that:

Liam Neeson “Action Hero” movie is being called the ‘worst film of the year’
Killers of the Flower Moon - Gets a new trailer
AQUAMAN 2 gets its first teaser!

Main Topic:

Back to back Anthologies this week as we discuss another Movie we Should have Seen, But Haven't! This week DL brings the 2004 directorial debut of Matthew Vaughn 'Layer Cake'. Based on a drug dealer doing his best 007 impression, the movie is whip smart and has Tommy gushing over the directorial style. But does it make the grade as better than Aquaman 2018? Join us for great chat and more!

Are there any movies you should have seen, but haven't? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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115. End of Watch (2012) - Anthology!

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 23:15:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & a very sick DL, from across the pond.

Time Codes:

INTRO 0:16

WHYBUT 5:03

Have you heard? 12:47

**The Last Of Us Spoiler 16:17

MAIN TOPIC: End of Watch *FULL SPOILERS* 27:36

Stupid Plot Summary 29:19

Critical Scores 30:08

Plot 32:14

Cinematography & World-building 49:39

Action 55:29

Tones & Themes 1:02:13

3 Best and 3 Worst 1:04:55

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 1:07:52

Trivia True or False 1:09:02

Did you hear this week that:

Dune Part 2 delayed!
Rick & Morty Season 7 gets a release date
Big gaming news

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we are diving back into one of our many anthology series' - Movies we Should have Seen, But Haven't! This week Tommy brings to the table the 2012 David Ayer written and directed 'End of Watch'. Based on the day to day lives of two beat cops in South Central LA, who stumble across some things they really shouldn't, the film is a masterpiece in escalation and street violence. But does it make the grade as better than Aquaman 2018? Join us for great chat and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! AHSOKA - I Watched the first episode (So you don't have to)

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 17:00:25 +1000

Too much content out there right now? Wondering if Disney Star Wars shows are all all going downhill? Well look no further! In our series I watch the first episode of a show, so you don't have to!

Join Podcast Assemble as we discuss the first episode of AHSOKA and whether its worth checking out. And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out our podcast Podcast Assemble?! https://spoti.fi/3WNJDXK

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#ahsoka #ahsokatano #starwars #disney #jedi #themandalorian #babyyoda #grogu #obiwankenobi #darthvader #sith #rebels #theclosewars

114. Harry Potter & the alegory for depression.. (2004)

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:03:12 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & a very sick DL, from across the pond.

Time Codes:

INTRO 0:16

WHYBUT? 4:07

Have you heard? 25:30

Main Theme: Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban 48:34.

Stupid Plot Summary 49:26

Critical Scores 51:12

The Time Turners 1:12:27

Cinemataography & World Building 1:21:16

Tones & Themes 1:32:44

3 Best & 3 Worst 1:34:44

Harry Potter Fan-Casting 1:38:38

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)? 1:43:54

Ranking of Harry Potter films (ongoing) 1:44:47

Trivia: True or False? 1:45:31

Did you hear this week that:

Gamescom 2023 dropping some huge trailers!
Thor 5 rumours abound
Rebel Moon trailer - new Zack Schneider joint for Netflix

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we're digging into one of our many.. many anthology series': we're reviewing the third Harry Potter movie! We discuss whether the actors are getting worse or better, the new additions and DL has some spicy takes. Which is your favorite movie in the Harry Potter franchise? Join us for great chat and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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113. Barbie (2023)

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 17:00:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 3:55

*SPOILERS - The Bear - 16:10

*SPOILERS - Secret Invasion - 20:39

Have you heard? - 21:50

Main topic - Barbie (2023) *Non spoilers - 32:10

Tones & themes - 50:55

3 Best & 3 Worst - 53:00

Which was better - Barbie or Oppenheimer? - 55:20

**SPOILERS - Main topic - 59:05

True or False Trivia - 1.07:15

Did you hear this week that:

Invincible Season 2 trailer baby!
Gal Gadot returning for a third outing as Wonder Woman?
Fantastic Four casting rumors continue!
Meg 2: The Trench - Critical reception and opening weekend box office at odds

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're reviewing the Barbie - the second part of the Barbenheimer blockbuster extravaganza! We're going to be deepdiving the Greta Gerwig directed take on the world of Barbie, and deciding which is better - our choices might surprise you.... Have you seen both Barbie and Oppenheimer yet? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! Loki Season 2 to Introduce the X-men?!

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 17:00:17 +1000

Wow Wow WOW! Did you see the new Loki Season 2 trailer? Did you catch the references to "Timeslipping"? Well this could be the biggest hint yet that we're FINALLY going to be getting X-Men joining the MCU!.. Or you know.. it could all be a big misdirect.

Join Podcast Assemble as we what Timeslipping is and how it could change the face of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Full video can be found here: Will Loki season 2 introduce the X-Men?

And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out our podcast Podcast Assemble?!

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#loki #lokiseason2 #xmen #wolverine #marvel #mcu #comicbookmovies #comics #tomhiddleston #thor #godofmischief #owenwilson #tva #hughjackman

112. Oppenheimer (2023) *Full spoilers

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 17:00:11 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & DL, who this week IS across the pond.

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 8:10

Have you heard? - 30:35

Main topic - Oppenheimer (2023) *Full spoilers - 45:27

Tones & themes - 1:25:52

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:28:00

Ranking the Nolan Movies - 1.32:35

True or False Trivia - 1.34:24

Did you hear this week that:

Beyond the Spider-verse delayed indefinitely
The Marvels - new trailer!
Loki season 2 - trailer and release date
Oppenheimer nude scenes censored in some countries:

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're delivering back into our Chris Nolan anthology, with part 8! This week we discuss (full spoilers) the first half of the Barbenheimer summer blockbuster extravaganza - we're reviewing Oppenheimer (2023). Chris Nolan’s gives us his take on a historical epic, mixed with a tragedy, which shook the world. Have you seen both Barbie and Oppenheimer yet? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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111. David Porte Beckefeld Interview - 3D VR artist, Creative Director & Geeky movie lover

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 17:00:15 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment, with co-host Tommy & a very special guest this week David Porte Beckefeld!

David is a 3D VR artist, Creative Director & Geeky movie lover (Instagram: davidportebeckefeld). David joined me for an interview to chat about his creativity inspirations and a review of one of his favorite nostalgic movies - Rome Must Die (2000).

We talk David’s artistic process, the movies that he loves and get deep on one of the most nostalgic movies from the 2000’s.

Find David’s on Instagram: davidportebeckefeld

Find the episodes we discussed linked here:

- Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning (2023) - https://shorturl.at/dnyT3

- Batman Begins (2005) ft. Reg’s of the Film Addicts Podcast - https://shorturl.at/npwDT

- Dungeons & Dragons (2023) - https://shorturl.at/CDMO6

- Heat (1995) - https://shorturl.at/ghKT4

110. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 17:00:36 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment with co-hosts Tommy & DL, who this week IS across the pond.

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 4:13

**Spoilers - Yellowjackets season 2 - 8:00

Have you heard? - 20:35

Main topic - Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One - Non-spoilers - 40:30

**Minor villain spoilers - 1:00:25

Tones & themes - 1:06:27

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:06:58

Better or Worse - 1:11:35

*SPOILERS - 1.12:35

Conspiracy theory corner - 1:21:45

True or False Trivia - 1.24:00

Did you hear this week that:

The Screen Actors guild are on strike!
Wolverine in his Yellow spandex
Dune Part 2 trailer!

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're deep in summer blockbuster territory! We're jumping into the seventh entry in the Mission Impossible franchise with Dead Reckoning. Christopher McQuarrie is back directing the latest impossible mission for the IMF and we unpick how Tom Cruise will try to kill himself this time. Join us as we discuss non-spoilers and then spoilers for movie that divides the boys and so much more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! SECRET INVASION - I Watched the first episode (So you don't have to)

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:22:06 +1000

Too much content out there right now? Wondering if Disney Marvel shows are all going to be mid from the get-go? Well look no further! In our series I watch the first episode of a show, so you don't have to!

Join Podcast Assemble as we discuss the first episode of The MCU's Secret Invasion and whether its worth checking out. The Full video can be found here: SECRET INVASION

And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out our podcast Podcast Assemble?! https://spoti.fi/3WNJDXK

Go find ALL our extended content at: www.podcastassemble.com #secretInvasion #comicbookmovies #mcu #marvel #comics #nickfury #samuelljackson #skrulls #ironman #captainamerica #disney

109. Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny (2023) Ft. Regs of the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 17:00:31 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-host Tommy who is joined by friend of the show and all round legend Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 8:00 **The Flash Apoilers Throughout! -5:08 - 14:45

Have you heard? - 27:15

Main topic - the Flash Non-spoilers - 41:00

Tones & themes - 1.28:10

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1.30:50

Better or Worse - 1.37:15

*SPOILERS - 1.38:30

True or False Trivia - 1.52:36

Did you hear this week that:

The Flash director confirms a number of further cut cameos
Warner Bro’s is falling to pieces..
James Gunn has his Superman!

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic it's finally time to dive into the long awaited and most excited for for the year Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny! James Mangold takes the reigns from Steven Spielberg for this action adventure classic - could it possibly live up to the original trilogy? Join us as we discuss spoilers and non-spoilers for this pillar of Tommy's childhood and so much more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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You can find Regs at:

The Film Addicts Podcast

The Stitch Up

And while we've got you, we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review and let us know what you think of the show.

108. The Flash (2023)

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:00:27 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with two very sick co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 5:08

**Ted Lasso Season 1 & 2 deepdive -5:08 - 14:45

Have you heard? - 21:50

Main topic - the Flash Non-spoilers - 36:00

Tones & themes - 1.06:00

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1.07:00

Better or Worse - 1.10:50

*SPOILERS - 1.12:35

True or False Trivia - 1.26:36

Correspondence - 1.29:10

Did you hear this week that:

The Witcher season 3 - gets a trailer and release date
Game news!
Big changes to the Disney line up
Warner bro’s want Chris Nolan back?

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we dive into the murky waters of the remaining DC movies, prior to James Gunn and Peter Safran's vision coming to the screen - we're reviewing The Flash (2023)! With all the controversy over star Ezra Miller, the boys have a hard time separating the art from the artist, and the CGI doesn't help... Have you seen the latest from the DC movie slate? Join us for spicy takes and so much more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! The 10 Most Mind Bending Across the Spider-verse Cameos (YouTube video)

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 17:00:28 +1000

**SPOILERS! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYmQ3m8d7eM

OMG did you see THAT Spider-man reference in the Across the Spider-verse movie? But what does it mean??

Join Podcast Assemble as we thwip head first into the most mind-bendy, implication ladened, spidy-related cameos in the newly released Across the Spider-verse. Are Have you seen the movie yet? What was your favourite niche reference?

Subscribe to our podcast for out spicy takes: https://spoti.fi/3cBTj6B

Ep 60, Morbius: https://rb.gy/bqb5e

And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out all out other content at: www.podcastassemble.com

#spiderman #milesmorales #acrossthespiderverse #intothespiderverse #peterparker #gwenstacy #marvel #lego #comics #comicbookmovies #venom2 #morbius #andrewgarfield #tobeymaguire #mcu #marvelcomics #marvelcinematicuniverse #animated

107. The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021)

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 17:00:11 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & a very sick DL from across the pond.

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What Have You Been Up To? - 6:02

What have you heard? - 24:04

Main Topic: The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) *Full Spoilers* - 36:38

Stupid Plot Summary - 37:40 **Some mature themes

Critical Reception - 38:37

Casting - 40:57

Goofy IMDB Pictures - 41:43

Movie Discussion - 43:27

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:13:03

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:16:13

True or False Trivia - 1:18:05

Did you hear this week that:

Tom Holland actually taking a break from acting?
Beyond the Spiderverse - gets a release date
Captain America 4 gets a new title!

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're diving a movie from one of our favourite movie studios - A24! This week we're reviewing The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021), starring Denzel Washington and it is so.. very.... Shakespeare.... What movie should we cover next? Join us for answers and more!

Let us know if you've seen this take on the classic play by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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106: Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse (2023)

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 17:00:49 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 4:20

Have you heard? - 18:24

Main topic - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 Non-spoilers - 33:35

Tones & themes - 1.03:11

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1.05:00

Better or Worse - 1.09:20

*SPOILERS - 1.10:15

True or False Trivia - 1.25:07

Correspondence - 1.27:47

Did you hear this week that:

It the return of weird news!
Black Mirror new season gets a new trailer
John wick 5 confirmed?
Deadpool 3 begins filming (despite the writers strike..)

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we got to see the sequel to Lord & Miller's epic 2018 movie, we are reviewing -Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse (2023). The first movie was so groundbreaking, can the sequel possibly live up to its predecessor? Does the Spider-man pointing meme hold up the second time round? Join us for answers to this and so much more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss from Blissery.FM! If you'd like to hire someone to edit your podcast, or you're thinking of starting one, get in touch with Matt at info@blissery.fm or DM on Twitter (@MattBlissPod)

105. The Pagemaster (1994) Anthology: Returning to Movies From Our Youth

Sat, 27 May 2023 17:00:04 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. **Some mature themes

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:16

What is your karaoke song? - 1:13

What Have You Been Up To? - 4:20

What have you heard? - 18:38

*(Spider-man 2018 Game Spoilers 27:20)

Main Topic: The Pagemaster (1994) *Full Spoilers* - 33:51

Stupid Plot Summary - 35:34 **Some mature themes

Critical Reception - 35:45

Casting - 38:56

Movie Discussion - 44:06

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:03:03

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:07:43

True or False Trivia - 1:09:45

Did you hear this week that:

Netflix hires Anrnod Schwarzenegger as CAO.. what on earth is a CAO?
Tears Of The Kingdom creators interested in making a Zelda movie
So many gaming drops!

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're diving into a new-ish anthology - returning to the movies from our youth! This week we're reviewing The Pagemaster from 1994, starring Macaulay Culkin and is one of DL's favorite's growing up. What movies did you love growing up and does The Pagemaster hold up today? Join us for answers and more!

Was this one of your childhood movies? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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104. Batman Begins (2005) Featuring Regs of the Film Addicts Podcast!

Sat, 20 May 2023 23:23:16 +1000

Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond). This week we're joined by friend of the show and all round legend Regs of The Film Addicts Podcast !

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:29

What Have You Been Up To? - 3:24

What have you heard? - 12:02

Main Topic: Batman Begins (2010) *Full Spoilers* - 29:39

How's YOUR Batman? - 31:40

Stupid Plot Summary - 36:35

Critical Reception - 37:59

Casting - 40:59

Performances - 46:06

Cinematography & World-building - 1:02:27

Action - 1:11:51

Music - 1:21:16

Tones & Themes - 1:27:46

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:29:50

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:33:55

Ranking the Nolan Anthology - 1:35:50

True or False Trivia - 1:33:53

Where can you find Regs - 1:44:33

Outro - 1:45:40

Did you hear this week that:

Loki series 2 gets release date..
Archer coming to an end, but does it need to?
Superman Legacy AND Fantastic Four casting rumors ahead!

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're delivering some actual nuanced film criticism, thanks to FOTS Regs - we're hurtling head first into our Chris Nolan anthology part 7! This week we cross the streams with both a Nolan movie and a superhero film, with Batman Begins (2005). Chris Nolan’s take on a dark and gritty crime fighter, which influenced DC for the following 15 years. Is Christian Bale your Batman? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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You can find Regs at:

The Film Addicts Podcast

The Stitch U

103. Annihilation (2018) - Sci-Fi Movies Anthology

Sat, 13 May 2023 17:00:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 3:48

Madalorian deepdive - 4:14 - 6:48

Have you heard? - 18:17

Main topic - Full spoilers - 30:30

Tones & themes - 1:11:22

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:13:00

Better or Worse - 1:19:20

True or False Trivia - 1:21:00

Correspondance - 1:23:35

Did you hear this week that:

The Meg 2 gets a trailer!
New details about the the second season of Andor
The rumor mill is a-buzz with Karl Urban casting news
More fallout from the writers strike..

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week, we jump back into our Sci-Fi anthology with 2018's Annihilation.... Annihil... Annial.... however you spell it. The movie boasts a star-studded cast including Natalie Portman, Oscar Issac, Tessa Thompson and freaking Benedict WONG - in this big swing and ambiguous head-scratcher. Did Lena make it out of the shimmer? Was it better than Aquaman (2018) for most average film? Join us for our spicy takes and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! 10 Moments YOU Missed in The Super Mario Bro's Movie (YouTube video)

Thu, 11 May 2023 02:49:44 +1000

The Super Mario bros movie has reportedly crossed the $1Billion mark at the global box office, making it the highest grossing video game movie of all time! In a movie stuff full of references and call backs - we're selecting our top 10 favourite most deep cuts.

What was your favourite Super Mario Bro's reference from across the expanded media?

And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out all out other content at www.podcastassemble.com the video is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XHb3VOCSYM

#supermariobrosmovie #mario #luigi #princesspeach #bowser #wario #yoshi #donkeykong #videogamemovies #nintendo

102. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 (2023)

Sat, 06 May 2023 17:00:45 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

What have you been up to - 3:20

Madalorian deepdive - 9:22 - 19:31

Have you heard? - 24:43

Main topic - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 Non-spoilers - 41:44

Tones & themes - 1.18:19

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1.19:59

Better or Worse - 1.22:31

*SPOILERS - 1.24:22

Post Credit scenes - 1.33:24

Ranking the MCU Phases 4 & 5 - 1.36:41

True or False Trivia - 1.38:57

Correspondance - 1.41:14

Did you hear this week that:

Hollywood writers guild is going on strike
Pedro Pascal joins Gladiator 2
Mark your calendars for Dune 2!

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic the Marvel Cinematic Universe has served up another entry in the franchise, and this time out we're discussing James Gunn's final offering - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 (2023). The MCU has seen a slight decline in recent times - can Gunn's parting gift be a shot in the arm for the flagging series? Join us for answers and spicy takes!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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101. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:00:56 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

What have you been up to? - 2:33\

Have you heard? - 19:23

Main Topic: Super Mario Bros (2023) - 35:09

Stupid Plot Summary - 35:45

Critical response - 36:19

Plot - 37:31

Performances - 43:53

Pacing - 48:20.

Music - 54:50

Action - 57:11

Tones & Themes - 58:43

3 Best & 3 Worst - 59:27

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:02:32

***SPOILERS*** - 1:04:07

***END SPOILERS*** - 1:08:09

True or False Trivia - 1:09:10

Correspondence - 1:12:41

OUTRO - 1:17:04

Did you hear this week that:

Sony's Kraven the Hunter spin-off to be Rated R
The Witcher Season 3 is coming
Netflix rolling out password sharing plan in the US

Main Topic:

This week our main topic is another video game adaptation, this time on the big screen with Illumination Studio's The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023). Now the highest grossing video game movie of all and based off the classic series - can this controversially cast movie live up to the expectations? Join us for answers and spicy takes!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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100. Inception (2010) A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.6

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 23:39:41 +1000

We'll be announcing our 100th Episode competition winner - join us to find out if you're the lucky winner...

Hello hello and welcome to the 100th EPISODE of Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

Intro - 0:29

Blooper Reel - 1:02

What Have You Been Up To? - 6:02

What have you heard? - 15:40

Main Topic: Inception (2010) *Full Spoilers* - 28:06

Stupid Plot Summary - 29:12

Critical Reception - 30:07

Goofy IMDB Pictures - 31:20

History & Connection - 35:29

Plot - 39:06

Performances - 49:34

Uh.... Pacing - 57:10

Action - 1:00:27

Cinematography & World-building - 1:05:18

Leo's Hair - 1:10:03

Music - 1:18:06

Tones & Themes - 1:21:49

3 Best & 3 Worst - 1:25:31

Better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:30:56

Inception Fan Theories - 1:32:00

True or False Trivia - 1:33:57

Correspondence - 1:37:37

Outro - 1:39:31

Did you hear this week that:

Twilight getting rebooted as a TV series..
Robocop, Stargate and Legally Blond all returning?
Andy Serkis returning to Andor
Superman Legacy - full steam ahead

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're jumping back into one of our many (many) anthologies - Directors we love! This week we just head first in to one of DL's all time favorite films, the enigma that is Christopher Nolan's Inception (2010). Chris Nolan’s idea of a heist movie - following a team of specialists trained to enter their targets dreams to perform complex heists. Does it hold up to scrutiny under a microscope? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! The Problem with Lampshading in the MCU (YouTube video)

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:16:23 +1000

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a serious problem and it might not be what you think - join us as we discuss how hanging a lantern on it has become a crutch for Marvel's creative team.

Remember - we LOVE what Kevin Feige and Co. have created, we're just concerned citizens...

Let us know what you think by messaging us at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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99. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 17:00:29 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

Intro 0:16.926

What Have You Been Up To? 4:50.357

Have you heard? 24:32.768

Main Topic: Dungeons & Dragons *No Spoilers* 44:25.848

Stupid Plot Summary 45:47.950

Critical Reception 47:05.186

Cast & Crew 48:37.948

Plot 50:14.407

Cinematography 1:04:53.916

Tones & Themes 1:13:30.007

3 Best & 3 Worst 1:14:18.836

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)

1:18:54.162

*SPOILERS* 1:20:23.820

True or False Trivia 1:29:39.461

Correspondence 1:32:48.518

Outro 1:38:13.651

Did you hear this week that:

E3 Cancelled?!
LOTS of Star Wars news
A Harry Potter series in the works at WB
MARVEL trailers incoming - 'The Marvels' & 'Secret Invasion'

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we're jumping into another of co-host Tommy's most excited for of the year - D&D time, baby! We're reviewing the fantastically fun Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, which you'll find does a great job of bridging the gap between the lore and general audiences - is this movie worthy of being a most excited for of the year? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! The Mandalorian S3: IWTFEO.. (YouTube video)

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 01:01:13 +1000

Confused by how the Boba Fett series links to the Mandalorian? Wondering if Disney have totally ruined Star Wars this time? Well look no further! In our series I watch the first episode of a show, so you don't have to!

Join Podcast Assemble as we discuss the first episode of The Mandalorian season 3 and whether its worth coming back to - check out the full YouTube video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lYR-iTIJck

And if you like what you're hearing, why not check out all out other content at

www.podcastassemble.com

You can also find our podcast on the Boba Fett series:

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98. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) - Movies we should have seen anthology

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 17:00:59 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

Intro 00:00:16

What have you been up to? 00:01:54

Have you heard? 00:16:16

Main Topic: 2001 A Space Odyssey 00:27:45

Stupid Plot Summary 00:28:45

Meet Hal 00:29:22

Scores 00:30:28

Plot 00:32:03

Tones & Themes 01:05:45

3 Best, 3 Worst 01:10:07

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) 01:18:04

It this trivia 2001 or Interstellar? 01:20:13

2001 Wrap-up 01:23:44

Correspondence 01:24:15

Outro 01:26:20

Did you hear this week that:

Why IS Shazam 2 flopping?
Power Rangers once & Always trailer
Jonathan Majors arrested..?

Main Topic:

This week we jump back into one of our many, many anthologies - ‘movies we should have seen, but haven’t’. We’re reviewing the 1968 seminal 2001: A Space Odyssey and we have opinions. We know this might be a decisive one.. but we love to hit you with the spicy takes.

Is this on your favourite movies of all time list, or do you find the overlong runtime gratuitous? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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97. 65 (million dinosaurs..) (2023)

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 16:00:31 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

INTRO 0:16

WHYBUT? 4:00

Have you heard? 19:07.

Main Topic: 30:41

Stupid Plot Summary 31:41

Cast and Crew 33:12

Plot Overview 34:21

Performances 42:24

Pacing 52:00

Cinematography 53:57

CGI 1:01:22

Tones and Themes 1:02:47

3 Best, 3 Worst 1:03:19

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) 1:06:19

*SPOILERS* 1:07:44

True or False Trivia 1:14:33

Correspondence 1:17:45

Did you hear this week that:

New Zorro series from Game of Thrones writer by Bryan Cogman
Quentin Tarrentino has written his final (of 10) film?
Willow not getting a season 2
Jordan Peele’s fourth movie reportedly coming Christmas 2024

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we're jumping into one of Tommy's most excited for of the year - its Adam Driver and dinosaurs, baby! We're reviewing the terribly titled 65 (million years ago), which was sent out to die by Sony - is this movie worthy of being a most excited for of the year? Join us for answers and more!

Did you see the movie? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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96. The Last Of Us S.1 (2023)

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 16:00:35 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

INTRO - 0:16

WHYBUT? - 4:17

Have you heard? - 17:12

MAIN TOPIC: The Last of Us Season 1 - 28:15

Stupid Plot Summary - 28:54

Cast - 31:02

Performances - 41:34

Pacing - 49:30

Cinematophraphy & World Building - 52:44

Action - 55:24

Tones & Themes - 1:00:44

Best, 3 Worst - 1:02:05

Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018) - 1:07:53

*SPOILERS* - 1:08:12

True or False Trivia - 1:23:35

Correspondence - 1:27:03

OUTRO - 1:30:04.298

Did you hear this week that:

Star Wars projects - Kevin Feige & Patty Jenkins movies reportedly no longer in development at Disney
Starfield - Bathesda’s upcoming space epic has FINALLY got a release date
The Suicide Squad kills the Justice League - Reportedly delayed AGAIN
The Oscars - Everything Everywhere All At Once win BIG

Main Topic:

This week we take a look at one of the most highly anticipated TV shows since GOT, we review the first season of The Last Of Us! If you aren't across just how hyped we were for this, check out our Podcast on the video games in anticipation of this, OR either of our YouTube over at Podcast Assemble.

Did it live up to the hype? Let us know what you think by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! What if JOEL DIES at the end of TLOU Season 1.. (YouTube video)

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:29:04 +1000

"The Last of Us" has renewed our faith in video game adaptations, heck, even TV in general. It has managed to find the line between sticking to the source material and making it's own story. So what if there was one BIG final twist..

Join us as we discuss why it would be so so so so (SO) fitting, for HBO's TLOU to end with Joel biting the dust - check out the full YouTube video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AI8Ni2lYx0

Want to check out our ‘I watched the first episode of’ for TLOU?

• The Last Of Us - ...

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You can also find our podcast on the video game series here:

https://spoti.fi/3kPBFR7

95. Indiana Jones & the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 16:00:13 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

2:42 - WHYBUT?

14:43 - Have you heard?

27:48 - Main Topic: Indiana Jones ROTLA *SPOILERS*

30:12 - Stupid Plot Summary

33:06 - Goofiest IMDB Pics

35:14 - Plot

45:47 - Performances

54:15 - Cinematography & World-building

55:52 - Plot (cont.)

1:02:44 - Music

1:05:08 - Tones & Themes

1:06:46 - Best, 3 Worst

1:10:20 - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)

1:10:49 - Game: Who turned down the role?

1:13:48 - Correspondence

1:18:55 - Outro

Did you hear this week that:

Aquaman 2 - reportedly worse than Aquaman (2018)
Cocaine Shark - could be in the works from Cocaine Bear director
WB want Peter Jackson to return to LOTR
Jon Bernthal returning as the Punisher

Main Topic:

'Another anthology' we hear you cry?! Why yes, we think you'll like this one. This week we're starting our latest anthology - we review the original movies, which are getting upcoming rebootuations. With Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny on the horizon, we discuss Raiders of the Lost Ark!

Does it still hold up? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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94. Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania (2023)

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 15:00:01 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

4:22 - WHYBUT?

17:32 - Have you heard?

26:57 - Main Topic: Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania *NON SPOILERS*

27:33 - Summary, Scores

33:32 - Plot

40:30 - Performances

44:09 - Pacing/ Cinematography/World-building

53:34 - Tones and Themes

57:33 - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)

59:30 - *SPOILERS*

01:14:44 - True or False Trivia?

01:17:07 - Correspondence

01:21:03 - OUTRO

Did you hear this week that:

Black Adder is returning after 20 years..
Indiana Jones got a new tease at the Super Bowl
The Flash gets a full length trailer (.. and it looks good?)
Are Marvel going to be slowing their output?

Main Topic:

This week for our main topic we're returning to the MCU - the make or break movie for DL! Paul Rudd and co. are back (baby!), for the latest wild ride in the Marvel Cinematic Universe - Ant-Man & the Wasp: Quantumania. Is Kang the shot in the arm the franchise needs? Join us for answers and more!

Did you need a rest after this epic? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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BONUS! Times The Avengers Should Have Assembled... But Didn't (YouTube video)

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:22:44 +1000

Every sit through a Marvel Cinematic Universe movie and think.. "this would have been much easier if the Hulk was there" or "why didn't they just call Thor?". Well this is the content for you.

Check out our list of 5 times the Avengers should have Assembled, but didn't!

0:00 - Intro

1:47 - Ground Rules

2:27 - Black Widow

4:28 - Spider-Man No Way Home

5:58 - Captain America & The Winter Soldier

8:13 - The Eternals

10:06 - Black Panther Wakanda Forever

10:44 - Closing

You can find the original video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4_ONe6HPUI

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93. Dunkirk (2017) A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.5

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 15:00:49 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

4:34.019 - WHYBUT?

24:05.639 - Have you heard?

33:33.710 - Main Topic: Dunkirk *SPOILERS*

37:03.279 - Summary, Scores

42:29.949 - Dunkirk: Plot

50:04.463 - Dunkirk: Performances

55:40.972 - Dunkirk: Pacing

59:29.299 - Dunkirk: Cinematography/World-building

01:03:37 - Dunkirk: Music

01:09:49 - Dunkirk: Action

01:12:35 - Dunkirk: Tones and Themes

01:16:59 - Dunkirk: 3 Best, 3 Worst

01:21:08 - Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)

01:23:03 - Dunkirk GPT

01:25:00 - True or False?

01:28:10 - The Ranking of Nolans

01:29:58 - Correspondence

01:33:52 - OUTRO

Did you hear this week that:

Mr Beast getting likes, but also better than the American health system?
Batman 2 release date
The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom gets a trailer
Netflix tried to make a "real" Squid Game and fails

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week we're jumping back into one of our many (many) anthologies - Directors we love! In our penultimate episode on Christopher Nolan, we're reviewing the star-studded Dunkirk. A retelling of the evacuation of Allied soldiers from the beaches of Dunkirk, France, during World War II (1940). Does Nolan have the cops to pull off something seemingly so far out of his wheelhouse? Join us for answers and more!

Did you need a rest after this epic? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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92. Andor (2022)

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 14:00:24 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

00:03:49 - What have we been up to?

00:13:50 - Last Of Us *SPOILERS*

00:19:41 - Heard this week?

00:35:09 - Main topic: Andor (2022) - Non Spoilers

00:35:40 - Andor: Stupid Plot Summary

00:36:49 - Andor: Review Scores

00:38:58 - Andor: Plot Overview

01:09:16 - Andor: CGI

01:13:23 - Andor: 3 Best, 3 Worst

01:16:29 - Is it Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?

01:18:23 - Main topic: FULL Spoilers

01:28:08 - Trivia True or False

01:31:12 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that:

"Invincible" Season 2 gets a teaser
E3 - Neither Playstation, Xbox or Nintendo will appear in 2023
Justin Royland officially dropped by Adult Swim
"DCU" first phase dropped by James Gunn

Main Topic:

Our main topic this week is a review of the prequel of a prequel, origin story "Andor (2022)"! with a star-studded cast including Chris Evans, Cillian Murphy, Diego Luna stars in the thrilling small scale tale of rebellion and the banal evils that allowed the Star Wars empire to be taken over by the Empire! Could it be the best Star Wars story since the original trilogy? Or was it not good enough to beat out Aquaman (2018)? We answer all these questions and more!

Who is more ruthless - Luthen or Dedra? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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91. Sunshine (2007) - Sci-Fi Movies Anthology

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:53:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news with co-hosts Tommy & DL (from across the pond).

Time Codes:

00:04:55 - What have we been up to?

00:05:35 - Wednesday *SPOILERS*

00:15:08 - What have you heard this week?

00:25:38 - Main topic: Sunshine (2007) *Full Spoilers*

00:27:25 - Sunshine: Stupid Plot Summary

00:28:38 - Sunshine: Review Scores

00:29:21 - Sunshine: Plot Overview

01:11:57 - Sunshine: CGI

01:17:37 - Sunshine: Tones & Themes

01:18:31 - Sunshine: 3 Best, 3 Worst

01:21:37 - Is it Better or Worse than Aquaman (2018)?

01:24:20 - Trivia True or False

01:26:35 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that:

"The Last of Us" TV Adaptation has now finally premiered?
"The Boys" S04 proposing to make the "most disgusting" scene in television?
The Power Rangers reunion is on the horizon with older cast all coming together?
Spiderman 4 will begin filming at the end of 2023?

Main Topic:

For our main topic this week, we discuss "Sunshine (2007)" with a star-studded cast including Chris Evans, Cillian Murphy, Michelle Yeoh, Hiroyuki Sanada and freaking Benedict WONG! For a film we hadn't heard of until last week, it proved to be have big studio support BUT did it match up to our test? Did it beat out Aquaman (2018) for most average film? And can Chat GPT write a better script for it? We answer all these questions and more!

Would you re-write Sunshine with an AI-generated script? Let us know by messaging thepodcastassemble@gmail.com or hitting us up on socials, and we'll give you a shout-out on the pod!

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90. Best and Worst of 2022 Awards!

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:03:15 +1000

Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss of Blissary.fm!

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

1:54 - Award Show Nonsense

3:18 - What have we been up to?

3:31 - Happy Birthday DL!

4:24 - **Wednesday Spoilers

12:27 - The Last of Us is coming..

19:02 - What have you heard this week?

32:21 - Main Topic - Best and Worst of 2022 Awards!

Categories:

33:13 Best Movie/ 37:53 Worst Movie/ 40:48 Adam Drive Special Award/ 44:14 Best Rebootuation/ 46:56 Most Underappreciated/ 50:48 Best Show/ 55:43 Best & Worst of the MCU/ 56:42 Best Comic Adaptation/ 59:41 Remove from your life/ 1:01:11 Sequel-bate/ 1:02:55 Best CGI/ 1:04:10 Best Video Game/ 1:05:59 Worst PA Prediction/ 1:07:23 Best Soundtrack/ 1:10:14 Best Show Cancelled by Netflix/ 1:12:51 Most Aquaman 2018 (most average)

1:15:35 - Correspondence

1:19:54 - Outro

Did you hear this week that Jenna Ortega returning for a second season of Wednesday, Dave Bautista leaves the MCU, huge trailer drops including: Dead Space remake and Antman & the Wasp Quantumania and much much more.

Wow wow wow... 2022 was a red hot steaming pile of garbage... but not for the screen! A little later than planned this week we're taking a look back at the year that was 2022. With some classic categories such as Best Movie and Best Show, BUT adding that Podcast Assemble special sauce with fun new categories like the highly anticipated Most Aquaman (2018) movie of 2022 (most average)! Join us as we talk about what blew us away and what we wish we could forget all together, AND let us know what you thought for each of the categories, by finding us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com ..

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89. Movies we’re most excited for, slated for release in 2023

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 15:00:53 +1000

Happy new year - we're back baby! Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss of Blissary.fm!

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

3:20 - What have we been up to?

17:22 - What have you heard this week?

31:48 - Look back at most anticipated of 2022

35:58 - Main Topic - Most anticipated movies of 2023

1:09:43 - Correspondence

1:15:16 - Outro

Did you hear this week that Jeremy Renner won't be opening a snow plough business any time soon (wishing the Hawkeye star a speedy recovery!), Henry Cavill has left the DCU, Aaron Taylors-Johnson approached to be the new Bond and much, much more.

Now that cinema's are back in action and Top Gun: Maverick and Avatar 2 the watery weirdo's have proved real life is officially back (baby!), this week we are looking ahead at our most anticipated movies slated for release in 2023! And then discussing why we're do damn excited. There are some firecrackers coming out this year, so let us know if we missed the movie you can't wait to see, by finding us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com ..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

88. Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:00:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome to festive episode of Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss of Blissary.fm!

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

3:21 - What have we been up to?

15:35 - What have you heard this week?

33:39 - Main topic - Full spoilers

55:00 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

56:31 - True or False trivia

59:09 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that at the Gaming Awards we got a number of awesome new trailer drops including Star Wars: Jedi Survivor, Rush Hour 4 is reportedly in the works, the DC slate is getting some major work done and much, much more.

This week we're spreading the festive cheer and dipping back into the MCU! Director James Gunn is back with the Guardians delivering a holiday special to rival the Star Wars outing from 1978! Let us know what you thought of the Special by finding us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

Have a great Festive Break - we'll see you in the New Year!

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87. Aliens (1986) - Movies we should have seen anthology

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 18:00:48 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss!

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

0:58 - Spotify Wrapped

4:29 - What have we been up to?

14:45 - What have you heard this week?

**23:29 - Cocaine Bear

25:45 - Main topic - Full spoilers

58:42 - 3 Best/ 3 Worst

1:01:53 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:08:38 - True or False trivia

1:12:47 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week we have had ALL the trainers.. including Indiana Jones 5 (and the dial of Destiny), The Last of us TV show gets a new trailer, Cocaine Bear looks nuts, along with the brand spanking new Guardians of the Galaxy 3 trainer - which are YOU most excited for?

For our main topic this week we're dipping back into the franchise for which Friend of the Show Chris labeled Tommy's "bad geek", having not seen Alien2 (1986). So, we're digging into one of our anthology episodes: 'movies we should have seen, but haven't' (..or at least sort of..)! To many the follow up to Ridley Scott's science fiction epic is "the perfect sequel", however get strapped in for some spicy takes! Let us know if you agree with the boys - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

86. Black Panther - Wakanda Forever (2022)

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 18:00:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss!

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

4:21 - What have we been up to?

18:13 - What have you heard this week?

28:28 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

56:50 - 3 Best/ 3 Worst

1:01:25 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:03:48 - Main topic - Spoilers

1:15:22 - True or False trivia

1:13:53 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - we got the first images of the upcoming Luther movie , Chris Hemsworth claims if there is another Thor it will be his last, James Gunn making bold claims about the interconnected DCU.. and much much more.

This week we're getting our spicy take hat's on and diving back into the MCU. Ryan Coogler returns for the follow up to the much heralded Black Panther, with Wakanda Forever. Does it hit the same lofty heights? Could the movie deliver the same magic without the Chadwick Boseman? Join us as we deep dive non-spoilers and then spoilers... let us know what you think by finding us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

85. Fan Theories Better Than What We Got

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 18:00:07 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Welcome to your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

0:16 - Intro

3:58 - What have you been up to?

5:01 - **The Boys Season 3 spoilers

18:28 - Have you hears?

30:44 - Main Topic

1:10:22 - Correspondence

1:13:11 - Wrap-up

Did you hear this week that the Avatar sequel run time has been announced (and its longgg), HBO cancels one its its flagship TV shows, we got our first looks at Indiana Jones 5 and much much more.

For our main discussion this week we're doing a Topic episode: we're talking about fan theories which could have made the Movie/TV Show/Books even better! Would the Star Wars Sequel trilogy have been cooler if Kylo Ren had been a double agent? Did Cobb ever actually get out of the dreams in Inception? You'll have to listen in to find out! Did we miss your favorite fan theory - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

84. Looper (2012) - Sci-Fi Movies Anthology

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:00:55 +1000

Time codes:

3:13 - What have we been up to?

**10:05 - Tales of the Jedi minor Spoilers

18:12 - What have you heard this week?

30:22 - Main topic - Full spoilers

1:02:03 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:03:35 - Trivia True or False

1:05:47 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that prequel spin-off House of the Dragon is getting a spin-off, a Henry Cavill is leaving Netflix's The Witcher, Vision is back (Baby!) for his own TV show and much much more.

For our main topic this week we're digging into one of our many many anthologies and rolling back to 2012, where you can find us reviewing the Rian Johnson helmed Looper! Get ready for some spicy takes on this highly regarded modern sci-fi mend bending time travel roller coster. Does this movie hold up on a second viewing? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

83. Werewolf by Night (2022) - Halloween Special

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 18:00:05 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to a Halloween special edition of Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. Thank you again to our editor extraordinaire Mr. Matthew Bliss!

Time codes:

4:15 - What have we been up to?

5:22 - **House of the Dragon recap - Spoilers

19:48 - What have you heard this week?

34:41 - Main topic - Full spoilers

57:50 - 3 Best & 3 Worst

1:02:03 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:03:15 - MCU questions..

1:08:00 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - AntMan and the Wasp Quantumania trailer drops, Doctor Who is returning to a familiar face, DC shake ups continue with James Gunn taking a bigger role.. and much much more.

This week IS the spooookiest time of the year and we're jumping into Marvels latest TV Special production with the Michael Giacchino helmed Werewolf by Night! Is this short movie frighteningly bad.. or is it shockingly good? Join us and find out! What did you think of the homage to movies of a bygone era - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

82. Black Adam (2022)

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 18:00:41 +1000

Time codes:

2:15 - What have we been up to?

3:11 - **House of the Dragon recap - Spoilers

18:04 - What have you heard this week?

31:57 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1:03:18 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:05:20 - Main topic - Spoilers

1:15:33 - True or False trivia

1:17:58 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - is Harrison Ford joining the MCU?, Dune part 2 reportedly gets a release date, Silent Hill is back (BABY!).. and much much more.

This week "The heirachy of power in the DC Universe is about to change"... Join us for our spicy takes on the latest Warner Bro's attempt to deliver on a DC property worth watching and whether we think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018... We're reviewing the Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson staring - Black Adam! But we want to know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

81. Apocalypse Now (1979) - Movies we should have seen anthology

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 18:00:07 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

0:16 - Intro

3:12 - What have we been up to?

5:27 - **House of the Dragon Spoilers

22:50 - What have you heard this week?

28:30 - Main topic - Full spoilers

1.14:26 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:15:12 - Trivia True of False

1.17:12 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that we got a first look at the Dead Space game remake, the Super Mario Bro's movie teaser dropped (.. and it's breaking the internet), the MCU's Blade is in trouble and much much more.

For our main topic this week we're digging into one of our (many) anthology episodes: 'movies we should have seen, but haven't' and looking back at the tour de force that is Apocalypse Now (1979)! Reviewing this movie is a big responsibility, and is one we don't take lightly!... well, too lightly. Is this one of your all time favorite movies? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

Thank you to Matt Bliss of ‘Blissary Podcasts our new executive producer.

80. Thor: Love & Thunder

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 18:00:06 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. Welcome to our new editor extraordinaire Mr. Matt Bliss!

Time codes:

5:12 - What have we been up to?

8:00 - **Sandman & House of the Dragon Spoilers

26:15 - What have you heard this week?

(34:48 - Deadpool Skit)

36:35 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1:00:08 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1:01:16 - Main topic - Spoilers

1:06:47 - True or False trivia

1:09:45 - Special segment

Did you hear this week - the Breath of the Wild sequel gets a name and release date, The Last of Us TV show get a new teaser, Deadpool 3 gets a release date and a special co-star announcement.. and much much more.

This week we jump back into the MCU with Taika Waititi's second swing at a Thor movie - Thor Love & Thunder! Join us for our spicy takes on the movie and whether we think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018..! But we want to know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

79. Jaime Oliveira Interview Pt.2

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 18:00:25 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

This week we conclude our interview with extra special guest - Mr Jaime Oliveira (Instagram: Oliveira_Bros). Jaime joined us all the way from LA for a interview and dives even deeper into his attempts at getting into the industry he loves - the movie industry. We dig deeper into Jaime's current projects, along with the highs and lows of the Hollywood machine.

Part two is even more riveting! You won't want to miss it

Find Jaime on Instagram: Oliveira_Bros

Find the episodes we discussed in the first half linked here:

Movie Trailers that Lied to you - https://spoti.fi/3RbUyrr

Interstellar - https://spoti.fi/3xO5YLk

Everything Everywhere All At Once - https://spoti.fi/3DQ0zH7

78. Jaime Oliveira Interview Pt.1 - Aspiring Director, Story Teller, Titanic enthusiast..

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 20:00:18 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

This week we have a VERY special guest - Mr Jaime Oliveira (Instagram: Oliveira_Bros). Jaime joined us for an interview and general chat about his love for the movie industry. Jaime is a film enthusiast and story teller, who has spent the last 10 years working his way towards his dream of becoming a director.

We begin the journey with the first half of the interview and boy, is it a good one! We dive into Jaime's favorite movies, influences and current creativity platform via his Travel content on Instagram. Stay tuned for the second half coming next week...

Find Jaime on Instagram: Oliveira_Bros

Find the episodes we discussed linked here:

Movie Trailers that Lied to you - https://spoti.fi/3RbUyrr

Interstellar - https://spoti.fi/3xO5YLk

Everything Everywhere All At Once - https://spoti.fi/3DQ0zH7

77. The Lord of the Rongs Animated (1978) - Returning to Movies From Our Youth

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 19:00:12 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:22 - What have we been up to?

26:30 - What have you heard this week?

37:05 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.12:45 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.14:19 - True or False trivia

1.11:25 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - Aquaman 2 AND Shazam both delayed - what is happening at Warner DC(?!), House of the Dragon renewed for season 2, D23 offers some first looks which could turn the tide of opinion on the MCU.. and much much more.

This week with Amazon dropping the most expensive TV show to date, we take a look at some slightly lower budget The Lord of The Rings content - we watched the animated movie from 1987! Have you seen this Ralph Bakshi feature? Were you as terrified as Tommy? Join us to find out and let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

BONUS! Why I HATE Game of Thrones (YouTube video)

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 19:00:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news. Co-host Tommy is on a well deserved break this week so this is an excerpt from our YouTube Channel!

Time codes:

0:00 - Intro

1:57 - That ending

5:42 - The Books

7:44 - The show runners

10:42 - Closing

Our episode on that tried to be GOT and failed https://spoti.fi/3QIg6MR

#HouseoftheDragon is set to be blasting onto our streaming platforms imminently! Howeverrr are we the only ones who have a slight hangover making me cautious after the ending of #GameofThrones ? No. There are literally hundreds of pieces of media about it... Join Podcast Assemble for a review of why I think the GOT's soured a dedicated fan base and our hope for the new series. Do you think I'm right, or just an idiot? Let me know by finding us on Instagram: @podcastassemble or via thepodcastassemble@gmail.com

76. Prey (2022)

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:00:33 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

5:08 - What have we been up to?

20:13 - What have you heard this week?

30:05 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

57:05 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

58:35 - Main topic - Spoilers

1.08:30 - True or False trivia

1.11:25 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - The Last of Us TV show drops an epic teaser, The Lord of the Rings franchising rights looking to be snapped up by Embracer Group, The Boys season four starts filming.. and much much more.

This week we review Hulu's biggest EVER opening to a movie and a rebootuation no less! We're talking the new movie from the director of 10 Cloverfield Lane, Dan Trachtenberg's 2022 Prey! Have you revisited the universe of the Dutch and the 80's manliness with a makeover yet? Do you think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018? Join us to find out and let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

75. Nope (2022)

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 19:00:33 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:15 - What have we been up to?

13:05 - What have you heard this week?

25:38 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.03:24 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.04:42 - Main topic - Spoilers

1.17:13 - True or False trivia

1.21:15 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week - Hogwarts a legacy has been delayed, EA reportedly working on an Iron Man video game, MORE fallout from the Batgirl movie cancellation, The Eternals 2 accidentally revealed by Patton Oswalt(?!).. and much much more.

This week we sticking with cinema releases (there have been some good ones!) and we're reviewing the latest from the director behind Us and Get Out - Jordan Peele's NOPE (2022)! Tommy has some spicy takes, though Peele does not disappoint with his multi-multi-multi-layered film making. Were you able to figure out the plot twist early on? Join us to find out and let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble!

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 07:06:01 +1000

Hello hello and welcome to Podcast Assemble! Your new home for your rambling, geeky entertainment download. You'll be joining co-hosts Tommy and DL from across the pond, in our first adventure into podcasting.

We usually like to discuss movies, TV shows, video games and all the things we love. Thanks for coming along (and not being put off by the questionable quality of the opening episodes).

If you like what you're hearing - we would LOVE if you could stick around and even drop us a 5* review if you're so inclined. Apparently it really helps with algorithms and things and stuff. Let us know what you think, or if there's some news we missed you can let us know by finding and following us on Instagram we're @podcastassemble or drop us an email at thepodcastassemble.com

74. Bullet Train (2022)

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:00:20 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & a returning DL from his travels across the pond.

Time codes:

6:20 - What have we been up to?

7:00-11:30 **Stranger Things SPOILERS

25:00 - What have you heard this week?

42:15 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.11:24 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.12:13 - Main topic - Spoilers

1.21:26 - True or False trivia

1.25:17 - Correspondence

Did you hear over the last couple of weeks - it was Comicon! We talk the Warner Bro's DC line-up changes, even more Marvel being announced in Hall H, but outside of that we got release windows for both the Oppenheimer movie along with Rick & Morty season 6.. and much much more.

This week we are back baby and straight to the cinema to see a new action comedy from the man who brought us John Wick and Deadpool 2 - we review Bullet Train (2022)! How on earth do they keep Bradley Pittley's Ladybug on that train? Do they pay off the numerous Chekhov's gun's? Join us to find out and let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

73. TV Shows that tried to be Game of Thrones.. and Failed

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 19:00:02 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Welcome to your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

0:00 - Intro

7:30 - What drew you to GOT?

8:58 - Tommy series pick 1

20:45 - DL series pick 1

30:10 - Tommy series pick 2

40:50 - DL series pick 2

49:29 - (Dis)honerable mentions

Bit of a shorter Topic episode this week as DL is heading across another pond for a 4 week holiday!

As you know, we love Game of Thrones on Podcast Assemble; DL will fight you if you say season 6 is anything but top tier TV! However with the spin-off House of the Dragon dropping on HBO soon, we thought it would be interesting to discuss a couple of series' which attempted to fill the GOT void... and failed. We'll be discussing why these shows were billed as being contenders and also, why they didn't quite live up to the billing. Did you like any of these shows? Or are there any shows we missed - to let us know find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com

We're also on Tik Tok now! Just search Podcast Assemble.

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

72. Thor (2011) - ”The Great Movie Debate” (pt.3)

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 19:00:24 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Welcome to your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

2:30 - Intro

3:35 - Movie information

9:00 - DL Argument 1

12:18 - Tommy Argument 1

15:20 - DL Argument 2

18:15 - TP Argument 2

20:15 - DL Argument 3

22:42 - TP Argument 3

26:17 - Closing statements

28:25 - True or False trivia

Bit of a shorter Topic episode this week as DL is heading across another pond for a 4 week holiday!

Thor is first Marvel hero to get a forth MCU movie with Thor Love & Thunder being in cinemas this week. So we're returning to where it all began and bringing back The Great Debate! We dive into the archives to work out which of us has the more compelling argument... is this better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? But we want to know what you think - did either of us convince you? Or did you still think Thor's bleached eyebrows are a step too far, find us and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com

We're also on Tik Tok now! Just search Podcast Assemble.

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

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71. Obi-Wan Kenobi show (2022)

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 19:00:04 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:09 - What have we been up to?

11:57 - What have you heard this week?

21:23 - Main topic - Full-spoilers

1.09:52 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.12:45 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that Christian Bale would return to the Batman role but only under certain conditions, more information about the potential Jon Snow focused GOT spin-off, would Hideo Kojima be tempted by a video game adaption of The Boys.. and much much more.

This week we head back to the Star Wars well, for an Obi-Wan Kenobi series review! How many times can Leia really be kidnapped in one series? Do you think this has been the best Star Wars TV property (since Disney took over) or a disappointment? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com (or on Tik Tok)..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

70. Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 19:00:16 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your rambling dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

5:20 - What have we been up to?

17:56 - What have you heard this week?

28:48 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.00:53 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.02:48 - Main topic Spoilers

1.20:11 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week we had MORE Dune part 2 casting, there's reportedly a Jon Snow focused GOT spin off in the works at HBO, Christian Bale apparently doesn't know what the MCU is.. and much much more.

This week we're back for the latest release from one of our (apparently) favorite studios, A24, who's rags to riches movie Everything Everywhere All At Once is ramping up to cinemas near you! This (googly) eye opening movie is a universe hopping extravaganza, which may be a serious contender for best multiversal movie. Michelle Yeoh's Evelyn is a tour de force in a surprising and heartfelt sleeper hit! What we'd like to know is: do you think it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

69. Harry Potter & The Chamber of Big Snakes

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 19:00:28 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

6:00 - What have we been up to? (Minor Jurassic World Spoilers)

22:33 - What have you heard this week?

33:29 - Main topic (full spoilers)

1.12:19 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.16:20 - Correspondence

Did you hear the news this week: The Joker sequel is officially written.. and might be a musical(?!), Dwayn "The Brick" Johnson drops the full Black Adam trailer, The Boys renewed for season 4 and much much more.

This week for our main topic we're digging into one of our many.. many anthology series': we're reviewing the second Harry Potter movie! We discuss how awkward it is people are comfortable with the introduction of slavery in the series, Draco Malfoy's brutal one lines and the rest. Which is your favorite movie in the Harry Potter franchise? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

68. Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 19:00:50 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:25 - What have we been up to? (**Minor Obi Wan Kenobi & Stranger Things spoilers)

13:02 - What have you heard this week?

22:35 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

55:10 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

55:56 - Main topic Spoilers

1.05:03 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that it's Morbin Time!.. did Morbius flop for a second time, Chris Hemsworth teases that Furiosa the prequel to Mad Max is coming, it's official - Deadpool 3 will remain R rated.. and much much more.

This week we're back in the cinema for the sequel of the 1986 classic Hot Shots... we mean Top Gun! Tom Cruise is up to his old tricks again trying to kill himself in the most ambitious ways imaginable (and thankfully failing), resulting in one of the most entertaining movies of the year. Maverick is back (baby!) and this time he's training a new generation of the 'best of the best'! What we'd like to know is: do you think it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

Thor: Love & Thunder Trailer breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-nsCmV1nUk&feature=youtu.be

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

67. Alien (1979) - Movies we should have seen anthology

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 19:00:20 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:15 - What have we been up to?

14:20 - What have you heard this week?

28:30 - Main topic - Full spoilers

1.07:47 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.11:33 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week the #SaveDaredevil campaign we were strong advocates of has worked, a Godzilla TV show - is in the works over at Apple TV, Star Wars Celebration gave us too much news to talk about and much much more.

For our main topic this week Friend of the Show Chris called Tommy out for being a "bad geek", having not seen Alien (1979). So, we're digging into one of our anthology episodes: 'movies we should have seen, but haven't' (..or at least Tommy hasn't..)! To many the Ridley Scott's science fiction epic is a genre bending master piece, but we want to know if you think it lives up to the hype. Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

66. Cancelled Star Wars Games You'll Never Get To Play

Sat, 21 May 2022 19:00:49 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

2:55 - What have we been up to?

19:05 - Have you heard in the news this week?

31:00 - Main topic

58:30 - Honorable mentions

1.00:15 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the Doctor Strange & TMoM leaked cut cameos, Christopher Walken has been cast in the Dune sequel, She Hulk gets a trailer... and much much more.

This week we’re diving into something a little different; with all the delays and changes in direction we never thought we’d get to see Obi-wan Kenobi come to our screens - however with the series right around the corner, we thought it might be fun to talk about some Star Wars video games that we definitely won’t ever get to see! Is there a Star Wars game you were hyped to play and it got cancelled? Let us know if we've missed your favorite, find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

65. Moon Knight (2022)

Sat, 14 May 2022 19:00:58 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:57 - What have we been up to? (**Minor Outer Range spoilers)

13:17 - What have you heard this week?

24:00 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

53:15 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

53:27 - Main topic Spoilers

1.13:01 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 has officially wrapped, we got a new trailer for Westworld season 4, another trailer and release date for Love Death and Robots season 3.. and much much more.

This week we're delivering back to back MCU content, but this time from the TV side - we're giving our ambling review of Moon Knight. Meet Steven who suffers from Dissociative Identity Disorder and one of his personalities just happens to be a superhero! What did you think of Marvels latest TV show? Do you think it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

64. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)

Sat, 07 May 2022 19:00:28 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:56 - What have we been up to?

13:55 - What have you heard this week?

24:41 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

57:00 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

57:27 - Main topic Spoilers

1.21:30 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week the Obi-Wan Kenobi series along with House of the Dragon (the GOT spin-off) both get a new trailers, the Fantastic Four MCU reboot has lost its director, Aquaman 2 trending for all the wrong reasons.. and much much more.

It's finally here beautiful listeners - DL's most anticipated movie of the year! Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness see's the titular hero continue to explore the MCU's multiverse, in a new genre experience for Marvel. Podcast Assemble ramble about the movie non spoilers the spoilers and our opinions may just surprise you... but the real question is: have YOU seen the movie yet? And do you think it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

63. The Northman (2022)

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 19:00:02 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:19 - What have we been up to?

16:42 - What have you heard this week?

28:48 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

59:46 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.00:33 - Main topic Spoilers

1.16:07 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week CinemaCon gave us a glimpse into all things upcoming movies, Spider-man Across the Spiderverse has been pushed, House of the Dragon and Stranger things in a "who's episodes cost the most" competition and much much more.

This week for our main topic we discuss the new A24 movie The Northman! Robert Eggers deliveres another genre bending immersive cinema experience, but the real question is: is it better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know what you think - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

62. Total Recall (1990) - Movies we should have seen anthology

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 19:00:54 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:30 - What have we been up to?

14:05 - What have you heard this week?

27:07 - Main topic

1.06:23 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.10:50 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Warner Discovery looking for their Kevin Feige for DC, Amy Hennig is finally getting the opportunity to make a Star Wars game, Thor Love & Thunder finnnnaly gets a trailer! and much much more.

This week for our main topic we're digging into an anthology episode, 'movies we should have seen, but haven't' - we're looking at the 1990 cult classic Total Recall! We discuss what might be one of Arnold Schwarzenegger's most nuanced performances. Do you think Quaid was in a dream all along? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

61. Michael Bay's AmbuLAnce (2022)

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 19:00:15 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

2:58 - What have we been up to?

14:24 - What have you heard this week?

22:35 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

55:18 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

56:26 - Main topic Spoilers

1.08:29 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that The Crow is getting a reboot, we got a new trailer for Stranger Things 4 along with a glimpse at the new villain, Morbius made money...(?!) and much much more.

This week our main topic is one of DL's most excited for movies of the year (..kind of)! We're looking at the new Michael Bay movie Ambulance! Do you think Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is on for a winner, or another Aquaman (2018)? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

60. Morbius (2022)

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 19:00:57 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:25 - What have we been up to?

17:24 - What have you heard this week?

29:43 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

53:55 - Would you like to see MOREbius or LESSbius of these characters?

54:24 - Main topic Spoilers

1.05:26 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that the GOT spin off House of the Dragon got a release date, revision - Moon Knight IS in the MCU(?!), Takeshi's Castle reportedly getting a reboot on Amazon Prime and much much more.

This week our main topic is quickly becoming one of the lowest rated comicbook movies of all time - we're discussing the Jared Leto project Morbius! Does the movie deserve the hate? What do you think about the widely derided post credit scenes? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

59. Peacemaker (2022)

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 19:00:44 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL, from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:02 - What have we been up to?

25:25 - What have you heard this week?

40:34 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.06:09 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

58:28 - Main topic Spoilers

1.17:26 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that there was a State of Play extended game play trailer for Hogwarts Legacy, What If..? season two release window seemingly confirmed, The Batman has a 5 minute deleted scene released and much much more.

This week our main topic is James Gunn being 100% James Gunn with the DC character Peacemaker! John Cena (apparently) is the titular character, who will get peace at any cost - have you managed to see the show yet? Is the show the best DC project since The Batman? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

58. Movie trailers that lied to you

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:00:54 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

2:20 - What have we been up to?

13:15 - Have you heard in the news this week?

22:23 - Main topic - "Movie trailers that lied to you" - 3 from Tommy and 3 from DL

53:18 - Dishonorable mentions

55:55 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that The Batman spin-off series focusing on the Penguin has been green-lit, The Boys season 3 finally gets a release date and teaser, DC and Warner Bro's massive schedule delays... and much much more.

We've talked before on the show about times trailers have been misleading and ultimately being disappointed by the movie. So this week for our main topic we we've decided to look a little deeper and discuss the seedy world of movie trailers, not all of which are decieving in a bad way... Which trailers left you feeling lied to? Let us know if we've missed one you saw, find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

57. The Batman (2022)

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 18:00:14 +1000

The Competition winner is announed this week! Listen in to find out if you've won and DM us on @Podcastassemble on Instagram to claim your prize!

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & Wet Thor DL, from beneath the pond.

Time codes:

3:30 - What have we been up to?

11:54 - What have you heard this week?

21:20 - Competition Winner!

22:30 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

57:35 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

58:28 - Main topic Spoilers

1.15:15 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week the Marvel's "Netflix" shows are being released on Disney+ on March 16th, Jason Mamoa (JMo) joins the cast of FF10, the Gotham Knights video game gets an October release date and much much more.

This week our main topic is Matt Reeves dark Noir take on The Batman! Robert PattenBat is the titular character in DC universe 2 and takes the character in a new cinematic direction? Have you gotten to see the movie yet? Do you think PattenBat is better that Christian Bale in the cape & cowl? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

56. The Book of Boba Fett (2022)

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 19:00:41 +1000

The Competition closes soon! Find us on @Podcastassemble on Instagram to enter!

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from beneath the pond.

Time codes:

3:23 - What have we been up to?

17:59 - What have you heard this week?

24:30 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

53:43 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

55:09 - Main topic Spoilers

1.15:35 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week we've had MORE casting for Chris Nolan's upcoming Oppenheimer movie, new Disney and MCU movie release schedule releases date, Sony releasing a very meme-able image of the No Way Home Spder-Men stars and much much more.

This week our main topic is direct from Disney+ and Star Wars - we're reviewing the Book of Boba Fett! The show had a number of surprises along with taking a minor detour into the Mandalorian - have you seen it? Did you think it was better or worse than Aquaman (2018)? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

55. Upcoming TV Shows Doomed to Fail

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 18:00:45 +1000

**It's Competition time! Find us on Instagram @podcastassemble to be in with a shot at winning $100!! (AUD, T&C's apply)

Hello hello and welcome back (back) to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

2:40 - COMPETITION TIME!

4:48 - What have we been up to?

14:43 - Have you heard in the news this week?

34:15 - Main topic - "Upcoming TV Shows Doomed to Fail" - 3 from Tommy and 3 from DL

58:20 - Dishonorable mentions

1.00:44 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Doctor Strange & The Multiverse of Madness trailer at the Super Bowl, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune Part 2 is reportedly ready to start filming THIS summer, a whole host of TV shows have been revived/renewed/confirmed for new seasons... including Halo and Peacemaker, and much much more.

This week for our main topic we thought it would be interesting to take a peek at some of the biggest upcoming announced TV shows and discuss which we think are Doomed to fail… **disclaimer - we don’t WANT these to fail, but we have reservations about some of them! Are there any shows you think are doomed to fail? Or are we just jaded and wrong? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

54. Interstellar (2014) A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.4

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 11:18:42 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & *Bane Voice* DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

6:45 - What have we been up to? (**Minor Spider-Man NWH spoilers 9:00)

20:36 - What have you heard this week?

34:15 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.09:29 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.10:36 - Main topic Spoilers

1.32:22 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week about #MakeTASM3 trending on Twitter, no less than THREE Star Wars games in the works over at EA, Marvels Secret Invasion taking over Yorkshire in the UK and much much more.

This week for our main topic we're returning to our anthology series focusing on some of our favorite directors - Christopher Nolan! We're deepdiving his 2014 space opera/ epic Interstellar. Do you think its better than Aquaman 2018? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

53. The Green Knight (2021)

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 21:45:25 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble - your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

2:33 - What have we been up to?

**7:58 - Minor Matrix Resurrections spoilers

**10:30 - Minor Witcher Season 2 spoilers

16:00 - What have you heard this week?

28:18 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

59:00 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.00:06 - Main topic Spoilers

1.17:06 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Microsoft buying Activision for a cool $70BILLION... we finally have a Moon Knight trailer and release date, The Lord of the Rings TV show is coming September 3rd and much much more.

This week we're getting deep and diving into an adaptation of an Arthurian legend from the studio A24 - The Green Knight! Drey loves getting meta with episodes like this and though we both enjoyed the movie, whether we liked it more than Aquaman (2018) might surprise you... Did you manage to see this indie darling in theaters? Let us know - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com..

And while we've got you, if you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. we're happy if you're happy.

52. What Movies Are You Most Excited For In 2022?

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 19:31:43 +1000

We're Back Baby! Hello hello and welcome back to a New Year, new Podcast Assemble! Welcome to your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy (who is across the pod) & DL from across the pond.

Time codes - **Minor Spider-man No Way Home spoilers throughout

0:00 - Happy New Year!

4:44 - What have we been up to?

19:57 - What have you heard this week?

29:24 - Main topic - What Movies Are You Most Excited For In 2022?

1.03:00 - Dishonorable mentioned

1.05:52 - Correspondence - (**Spider-Man NWH Spoilers)

1.08.00 - Correspondence (Non-spoilers)

Did you hear this week about Peacemaker premiering Jan 13th, the Morbius movie being pushed again (... perhaps for a Spider-man cameo..), teasers incoming for The Boys and Umbrella Academy seasons 3 and much much more.

This week bringing in the new year with a look forward at some of the movies we're most excited for slated for release in 2022! We're trying to not just overwhelm with comicbook movies.. so watch out for some interesting choices. We'd love to know what you're most excited for in the coming year - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

51. Spider- Man No Way Home! (2021)

Sat, 25 Dec 2021 18:00:47 +1000

Hello hello and Merry Christmas from Podcast Assemble! Welcome back to your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with virtual co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

0:45 - Merry Christmas

2:35 - What have we been up to?

14:47 - What have you heard this week?

27:47 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

50:56 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

51:24 - Main topic Spoilers

1.18:00 - Correspondence - (**Spider-Man Spoilers)

1.21.25 - Correspondence (Non-spoilers)

Did you hear this week about Dennis Villeneuve lining up his next major project, Hawkeye apparently setting up a season 2, Henry Cavill wants to star in a Red Dead Redemption big screen adaption and much much more.

This week we're celebrating the holidays by bringing you our take on the latest MCU offering - Spider-Man No Way Home! We are starting with NON-spoilers and the Spoilers! Please check out the Time Codes above for where to skip around to. Have you managed to see Tom Holland and friends swinging through theaters? Let us know what you thought - find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

50. The Witcher Season 1

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 18:00:40 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL returning from across the pond.

Time codes:

0:45 - We're turning 50!

4:30 - What have we been up to?

15:45 - What have you heard this week?

30:10 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.02:18 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.03:00 - Main topic Spoilers

1.25:38 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the gaming awards announcements including a new Star Wars game, Colin Farrel's Penguin getting a spin-off TV show, huge Game of Thrones news and much much more.

This week we're celebrating turning 50! So, in preparation for the coming second season of the Witcher with Henry Cavill on Netflix, we're jumping into a discussion on the first season (.. we've been teasing it for a while)! Are you excited for more Geralt and monster hunting action? Would you rather watch this or Aquaman (2018)? Find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

Captain (sometimes in) America (1990)

Sat, 04 Dec 2021 18:00:30 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news - this week regular co-host Tommy is joined by a very special guest and friend of the show, Andy!

Time codes:

0:30 - Introducing our special guest

4:40 - What have we been up to?

17:25 - What have you heard this week?

31:30 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

59:37 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.01:04 - Main topic Spoilers

1.16:20 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the proposed Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers connected universe coming to Netflix, the new Predator (prequel?) movie - Prey - is going the be set 300 years in the past, re-shoots taking place on Doctor Strange & The Multiverse of Madness and much much more.

This week with DL taking a well deserved break, Tommy is joined by (possibly - 1815 U.S. representative from Kentucky?), Andy Ward! Andy is a long time friend of the show and is a keen lover of bad comic book movies, meaning we're diving back into Marvels sordid history with the silver screen and discussing the 1990 adaptation of Captain America! Have you seen this or any of the other "attempts" by Marvel at early comicbook movies? Would you rather watch this or Aquaman (2018)? Find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

49. Least Favorite MCU Movies

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 18:00:43 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

This week with DL being across the pond, we have a slightly curtailed episode: with the news of The Eternals continuing to be the lowest rated MCU movie based off of Rotten Tomato's scores, we've decided to explore which are our 3 least favorite entries in the franchise. But what we want to know is what you think - which is your least favorite Marvel Cinematic Universe movie? Find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

48. Red Notice (2021)

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 18:00:18 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:16 - What have we been up to?

14:32 - What have you heard this week?

25:36 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

52:15 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

52:50 - Main topic Spoilers

1.06:50 Correspondence

Did you hear this week Henry Cavill wants to play Captain Britain, David Ayer at it again with inciting #ReleaseTheAyerCut, Disney Day drops teasers for SO much including - X-Men 97 returning, new images from the Obi Wan Kenobi series along with a ton of MCU content and much much more.

This week friend of the show Amir recommended we review the movie with the biggest opening in Netflix history - Red Notice. Find out what we think about the new movie staring Gal Gadot, The Rock and Ryan Reynolds, but what we want to know is what you think? Find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

47. The Eternals (2021)

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 18:00:17 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:30 - What have we been up to?

17:02 - What have you heard this week? (Minor Squid Games spoilers)

26:47 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

55:12 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

56:25 - Main topic Spoilers

1.18:50 Correspondence

Did you hear this week that the Black Panther 2 movie production has shut down, new Mass Effect game installment being teased, Squid Game season 2 is in the works and much much more.

This week we take on the most polarizing topic in movies right now - is The Eternals better or worse than Aquaman 2018? It is officially the lowest ranked MCU movie based on Rotten Tomato scores and it splits Tommy and DL. Did you enjoy The Eternals? Find us on Instagram at @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

46. The Harder They Fall (2021)

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 18:00:07 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & a returning hungover DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

4:00 - What have we been up to?

10:27 - What have you heard this week?

21:38 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

51:47 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

52:00 - Main topic Spoilers

1.02:20 Correspondence

This week we had a big week for trailers releases - did you hear about the new Witcher trailer for season 2, The book of Boba Fett get a sneak peek, Sony's Marvel universe also released a new Morbius trailer and much much more.

Our main topic this week is a new Netflix western featuring a huge cast including Idris Elba and Jonathan Majors to name a few - this week we're talking about The Harder They Fall (2021). With many references to movies which inspired this modern re-imagining, we would like to know if YOU think it's better or worse than Aquaman 2018? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

45. Dune (2021)

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 18:00:41 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & a chopped DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:50 - Competition winner time!

3:44 - What have we been up to?

14:04 - What have you heard this week?

30:42 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.08:40 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.09:26 - Main topic Spoilers

1.24:00 Correspondence

Did you hear this week the Sony Spider-Man upcoming movies, The Martrix gets an R rating, the Uncharted movie finally gets a trailer and much much more.

Our main topic this week is the long awaited, multiple times delayed Dune directed by Denis Villeneuve. Unfortunately we couldn't see it in cinemas, but HBO Max did the trick. Do you think its better in cinemas? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

44. The Prestige (2006) A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.3

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 18:00:14 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. We apologize for any minor issues with DL's microphone towards the close of the episode.

Time codes:

1:50 - What have we been up to?

17:25 - Competition time! - One week left!

18:20 - What have you heard this week?

38:22 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

59:38 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.00:09 - Main topic Spoilers

1.26:55 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week Marvel unnamed movies being pushed out, Westworld season 4 footage leaks, DC Fandome drops a a ton of new content and much much more.

This week for our main topic we're returning to our anthology series focusing on some of our favorite directors - Christopher Nolan! We're deepdiving his 2006 magical epic The Prestige. Do you think its better than Aquaman 2018? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

43. Shang Chi (2021) - At last!

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 18:00:32 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

1:10 - Competition time!

3:30 - What have we been up to?

3:45 - Squid Games Spoilers

16:36 - What have you heard this week?

37:45 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.07:33 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.08:21 - Main topic Spoilers

1.24:00 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City trailer, DC Fandome trailer announcements, Will Poulter reportedly being cast as Adam Warlock and so much more? This week Sydney FINALLY began to reopened and we were able to get back to what we love - movies in the cinema! First to get to this week was Shang Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings. Did we think it was better than Aquaman? Have you seen it ages ago and have had time to consider the wider MCU implications? We'd love to hear from you... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

42. What If..? (2021) - Season 1

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 18:00:25 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

3:20 - Competition time!

4:45 - What have we been up to?

14:31 - Free Guy (Light Spoilers)

16:30 - Drey’s recommendation

19:03 - What have you heard this week?

35:45 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

1.02:06 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.03:30 - Main topic Spoilers

1.18.00 Correspondence

Did you hear this week that Konami want to make money again off video games, Henry Cavill responds to rumors linking him to James Bond, the Game of Thrones spinoff - House of the Dragon trailer dropping and so much more? This week we look to review the Marvel series What If..? DL took a little convincing on this one, what was the tipping point? Have you finished the first season yet? We'd love to hear your thoughts... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

41. Boss Level (2021)

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:05 - What have we been up to?

17:31 - What have you heard this week?

32:33 - Main topic Non-spoilers

57:19 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

57:37 - Main topic Spoilers

1.09.40 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Netflix TUDUM event announcing trailers for Stranger Things 4, The Witcher Season 2, along with Cowboy Bebop. Also we got our first images of The Last of Us show and a stellar voice cast for the upcoming Mario movie and so much more?   This week we wanted to review something new and stumbled across the Frank Grillo led Boss Level! both DL and Tommy were shocked by how much heart the film had. How do you think it stacks up against similar movies such as; Edge of Tomorrow or Groundhog Day? We'd love to know... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

40. The Fifth Element (1997)

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:12 - What have we been up to?

15:23 - What have you heard this week?

27:20 - Main topic (All spoilers - it’s from 1997…)

1.08:37 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.14:57 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the DC movie dates firming up, Th e Boys Season 3 wraps, finally some Book of Boba Fett news and much much more?    This week with Australia STILL being locked down, we're making use of the time wisely and we're continuing our trend of 90's movie madness. This week we're taking a look back at The Fifth Element! Does Bruce Wills actually care that he's making this movie? Is the ZF-1 the best weapon in movie history? Do you think this is a sleeper classic or a dudd? We'd love to know... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

39. Iron Man (2013) - ”The Great Movie Debate” (pt.2)

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & "The Penguine" DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:30 - What have we been up to?

6:55 - What have you heard this week?

23:25 - Main topic

43:33 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the Playstation Showcase dropping trailers for Insomniac's Spider-Man 2, Wolverine, God of War Ragnarok, along with a whole heap of Marvel & DC news?    This week we're returning to an show favorite - we present to you the great movie debate! We once again look back into the archive and talk about a divisive movie, arguing for and against whether it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - our focus for this episode is Iron Man 3 2013... Tommy is arguing against and DL is arguing for - we'd love to know if we've convinced you either way? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

If you like what you're hearing we'd love it if you gave us a 5 star review... or not.. live your life and be happy.

38. Heat (1995) - Movies You ”Should Have Seen” Anthology

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

5:34 - What have we been up to?

15:36 - What have you heard this week?

27:30 - Main topic (All spoilers - it’s from 1995…)

1.26:45 - Is it better or worse than Aquaman?

1.29:15 Correspondence

Did you hear this week that the Russo Brothers are at odds with Disney, now Venom a release date(!!?), we finally have a Matrix 4 trailer and much more?    This week we're beginning yet another anthology - in our classic way we tend to bring these back as we go. But this is one we're very excited for - movies we 'should' have seen. We begin with the 1995 classic Heat with De Niro and Al Pacino! Have you seen the movie? What other movies 'should' you have see, that you haven't... let us know on Instagram @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

37. Spider-Man (2002) - One of the ones returning in Far From Home

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:28 - What have we been up to?

7.50 - **Spoilers ‘The Witcher - Nightmare of the Wolf’

16:37 - What have you heard this week?

27:40 - Main topic

59.00 - Main Topic (Spoilers)

1.13:40 Correspondence

Did you hear this week big release dates coming out of GameCom, Venom now not delayed(?), will we see an Xmen universe cameo in Doctor Strange 2 and much more?    With lockdown in Australia seemingly never ending, we're keeping positive! In line with last week's massive trailer drop, this week we're breaking out an old favorite, Sam Raimi's 2002 classic - Spider-man. We want to know who's your favorite Spider-man? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

36. Harry Potter & The Dumbed Down Philosopher (2001)

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:30 - What have we been up to?

9:22 - What have you heard this week?

29:25 - Main topic

1.14:45 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about big GameCom news , Soulja Boy apparently owns Atari, the Spider-man Far From Home trailer finally dropped and much more?    This week lockdown in Australia has continues and with that has come plenty of streaming. The Harry Potter movies have finally come back to Netflix and we thought we'd honour this by starting (another) anthology. We kick-off this week with the first in the franchise; Harry Potter & the Philosophers stone. Do you think Daniel Radcliff only gets worse from here? which is your favorite of the HP movies... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

35. Dune (1984)

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

4:50 - What have we been up to?

13:30 - What have you heard this week?

24:50 - Main topic

55:35 - Main topic (Spoilers)

1.12:19 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about leaked test shots of Moon Knight , Anthony Mackie will return in Captain America 4, The Eternals trailer and much more?    This week in anticipation of Denis Villeneuve's upcoming reboot, we're stepping back in time to review the 1984 monstrosity that is David Lynch's Dune! Do you think it's as bad as the hype? or would you rather watch Highlander... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

34. The Suicide Squad (2021)

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:15 - What have we been up to?

12:40 - What have you heard this week?

24:40 - Main topic

50:27 - Main topic (Spoilers)

1.12:04 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about leaked images of Christian Bale on set of Thor: Love & Thunder, Stranger Things 4 mini teaser, also Chronicle 3 in the works and much more?    This week we managed to watch James Gunn's The Suicide Squad! (Not as easy as you might think being in Australia..). Have you managed to see the movie? Do you think it's better than Aquaman 2018... find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

33. Bond. James Bond

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

1:37 - What have we been up to?

8:30 - What have you heard this week?

23:55 - Main topic

1.26:5 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the new Venom trailer, the Halo beta, also Scarlett Johansson sewing Disney and much more?    Since we found out about the No Time To Die (latest) release date, we've decided this week to deepdive into the history of James Bond! We're taking a little about the history of Fleming, Broccoli and the Connery feud, we then talk about the Craig era rebootuation and which is our favorite, before looking to the future. How do you think will be the next Bond? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

32. Daredevil (2003) - "The Great Movie Debate" (pt.1)

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

1:37 - What have we been up to?

8:30 - What have you heard this week?

23:55 - Main topic

49:45 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about the stunning new Dune trailer, a Dead Space remake in the works, while Gangs of London season 2 halts production and much more?    This week we're trying something a little different - we present to you the great movie debate! We're taking a divisive movie and arguing for and against whether it's better or worse than Aquaman (2018) - we start with Daredevil 2003... Tommy is arguing for and DL is arguing against - we'd love to know if we've convinced you either way? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

31. Loki Season 1's Glorious MCU purpose

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the returning Wet Thor from across the pond. 

Time codes:

1:43 - What have we been up to?

11:18 - What have you heard this week?

20:23 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

34:39 - Main Topic - Spoilers

57:27 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Game of Thrones spin-off halting production, Netflix's gaming ambitions, a new Taika Waititi property and much more?    This week we found out that Loki will be returning with a second season! Thus we're breaking down the initial 6 episode run and what it's implications for the future of the MCU might be... What did you think about the first season? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

30. Black Widow (2021) Jaycinta Bourne and the Winter Sister

Sat, 17 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2:30 - What have we been up to?

10:30 - What have you heard this week?

23:00 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

52:15 - Main Topic - Spoilers

1.11:09 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about The Witcher season 2 trailer tease, Adult Swim's Blade Runner Anime series, a new marvel's trailer for WHAT I? and much more?    For this week's main topic we the MCU is finally back to the big (or in our case small) screen! Black Widow is out and we're doing a review of the movie - have you managed to see it yet? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

29. Movie Ex Machina (2014)

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

4:41 - What have we been up to?

10:10 - What have you heard this week?

19:16 - LOKI - Spoilers

27:46 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

53:55 - Main Topic - Spoilers

1.08:05 Correspondence

Did you hear this week about Spider-Mans leaked outfit, The Last of Us begins filming, Quentin Tarantino and much more?    For this week's main topic we jump back into a "modern classic" - this week we're talking Ex-Machina! We'd love to know if think this is better or worse than Aquaman 2018? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

28. Tenet (2020) - A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.2

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

1:31 - What have we been up to?

11:17 - What have you heard this week?

21:53 - Main topic - Non-spoilers

48:50 - Main Topic - Spoilers

1.05:45 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week that Dune is delayed, The Harder They fall trailer getting DL excited, Fast 9 breaking records and much more?    And for our main topic this week we're returning to our anthology series focusing on some of our favorite directors - we jump back into the vault of Christopher Nolan! In line with the movie dropping on Netflix we're doing a review of Tenet. Do you think its more confusing than Aquaman 2018? Find us on Instagram and let us know @podcastassemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

27. Rick & Morty - Is season 5 cannon?

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

Time codes:

2.52 - What have you been up to?

12.24 - Have you heard?

22.59 - Loki Episode 3 (Spoilers)

35.10 - Main topic

1.02.27 - Correspondance

Did you hear this week; about the The Boys season 4 casting news, Jurassic World 3 x Fast & The Furious saga, Farming simulator....? and much more?    For our main topic this week with the arrival or Rick & Morty season 5, we're discussing some of our favorite moments from the show and what are hopes are for the new season. Do you have a fave R&M moment - let us know by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

26. E3 2021 and Loki

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond.

Time codes:

2.28 - What have you been up to?

7.08 - Have you heard (News)

26.46 - Loki Episode 1 & 2 (Spoilers!)

40.40 - Main topic

1.12.40 - Correspondence

Did you hear this week; about the Witcher teaser, Umbrella Academy Season three episode reveals, the second most Aquaman movie of all time name drop and much more?

For our main topic this week we’re breaking down the E3 games show and looking at games from those we’re excited for to those we were disappointed by and everything in between. What got you hyped from the E3 showcase? Let us know by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

25. Highlander (1986) - There should only be one...

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & DL from across the pond. 

 Did you hear this week; about Flash.. or Batman first look, Wedding Crashers 2, The Boys season 3 first look and much more?   

Our main topic this week polarizes opinions between our hosts; we're going all the way back to 1986 and the first Highlander movie! To get us ready for the upcoming reboot/rebootuation starring Henry Cavill we're talking though the cult classic movie - did you love the OG Highlander and will you be watching the reboot? Let us know by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

24. A Quiet Place Part 2 (2021)

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & 'the Burrito God' DL.   Did you hear this week; about the Kraven the Hunter casting, there can only be on Henry Cavill (Highlander), Chris Hemsworth's biceps and much more?   This week we finally managed to see a movie we both enjoyed at the cinema, (needless to say we have to rate it on the scale of better or worse than 2018's Aquaman...), we're talking about A Quiet Place part 2. Let us know what you thought of the movie, or if you've not seen it the first part, by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

23. Shadow & Bone and Jupiter's Legacy (2021)

Sat, 22 May 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond. Did you hear this week; about the animate He-Man revival, a mysterious game at Activision, WB being "aggressively anti-Snyder" and much more? This week for our main topic, or should we say topics, we talk about 2 new Netflix shows Shadow & Bone and Jupiter's Legacy - have you seen either or both? Let us know what you thought by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

22. Franchises we'd like to wipe from our memory

Sat, 15 May 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond. Did you hear this week; about Dave Bautista, the Venom trailer, Blade production dates and much more? Our main topic this week is a discussion around franchises we would like to wipe from out memory - are there any franchises you'd like to never see again or any you'd remove so you can experience fresh? Let us know what you think by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

21. The Last of Us

Sat, 08 May 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week; we had a heap of games news, Invincible being renewed, Marvel dropping a whole host of updates and much more?

For our main topic this week week get hyped for the upcoming Last of Us HBO TV series with a deepdive into the 2013 game and source material for the show - have you played the game and do you think HBO can do it justice? Let us know what you think by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

20. More-tal Kombat (2021)

Sat, 01 May 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts a sick Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week; the news about more additions to the Secret Invasion Marvel show, Russel Crow "letting slip" his role in Thor Love & Thunder, Netflix news and much more? We also complete our wrap-up of Captain America & The Soldier Boi.

For our main topic this week is a review of the new Mortal Kombat movie - is it better than MK 1995? Have you managed to see it? Telly us what you thought by Tweeting us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

19. Mortal Kombat (1995)

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week; about the Shang Chi Trailer, The Flash movie moving forwards with Michael Keaton, Alfred Molina dropping spoilers and more? We're also debating the penultimate episode of Falcky and Bucky boi.

For our main topic this week we're jumping into a retro "classic" in anticipation of the rebootuation of the Mortal Kombat franchise and looking back at MK 1995? Do you remember this being a CGI dumpster fire, or with fond memories? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or email thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

18. Memento (2000) A Christopher Nolan Retrospective pt.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

We have more trailers and more galore this week, did you hear about; the Ghostbusters teaser, Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead or Fast & Furious 9 trailers dropping? We're breaking down the fourth episode 3 Falcon and the Winter boi.

For our main topic this week we're doing something a little different and beginning an anthology series, focusing on some of our favorite directors - first up is Christopher Nolan! First up we're doing a review of Memento - What's your favorite Chris Nolan Movie? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

17. Godzilla vs Kong vs Hong Kong (2021)

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

We have trailers galore this week, did you hear about; Loki, Black Widow, Rick & Morty or James Gunn's The Suicide Squad trailers dropping? And we're bringing back our Marvel discussion with episode 3 of Falky & Bucky boi. Our main topic this week is our Godzilla vs Kong "review" - did you manage to get to the cinema to see it or did you see it on HBO MAX? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

16. Zac Snyder's Justice for Cyborg (2021)

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week about Venom being pushed, the Loki show having a new poster, Game of Thrones spin-offs and more? And we're bringing Falky & Bucky to YouTube this week! Our main topic this week is our review of Zac Snyder's Justice League! Did you like Cyborg's redemptionand the new badass Wonder Woman scenes? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

15. Batman Vs Superman (2016) Who is Dawn, and why is she out for justice?

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 01:33:37 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week about the Lord of the Rings TV show update, The Batman, WandaVision season 2 and more? No more WandaWatch is finally finished - so out main topic this week is our review of Batman Vs Superman dawn of Justice! Did you like Ben Affleck as a cross-fit bro and Doomsday as the cave troll from LotR? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

14. Wanda's Vision of a perfect life (.. a WandaVision wrap)

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week about Marvel's The Mutants possibly bringing the X-men to the MCU, Tom Hardy's capone flopping, Percy Jackson getting a budget and more? No more WandaWatch this week as it is our m-m-m-main topic - we look to break down some of our favorite plot points, what it means for the future of the MCU and mainly just talk nonsence. What did you think of the finale? Tweet us at #PodcastAssemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

13. Actors who missed out on massive roles

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week about Superman and more Superman, Loki release dates, a Halo TV show and much more? We've got WandaWatch and our main topic - we're looking at various actors who turned down huge roles, often for hilarious reasons and if that would have made the movie better or worse. Do you know of any stars that missed out on career defining roles? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

12. The Boys at last!

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week the we actually got the new Mortal Kombat Trailer, Hawkeye/Punisher/Jessica Jones updates, along with some Fantastic 4 casting news? We've got WandaWatch and our main topic - Tommy finally talked DL into watching The Boys! We'll be touching on the what we like about the plot, the characters and Homelander's insanity. Which The Deep moment made you laugh the most? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

11. Days of Future Past (2014) & Pietro in the MCU?

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week the news about the new Mortal Kombat Trailer, Gina Carano being a not great person, finally Final Space returning and more? We're also talking about our main topic - off the back of Evan Peter's Quicksilver seemingly joining the MCU; this week we discuss 2014's X-Men Days of Future Past and which (if any) of the Legacy X-Men we'd like to see in the MCU. Would you like to see Hugh Jackman make an appearance or any others from the Legacy Universe popping in? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

10. (Superhero) Movie tropes we're sick of

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week the news about Netflix and Nitendo's Legend of Zelda TV series, Keanu Reeves potentially joining the Sony Spiderverse, a first look at Jared Leto in the Snyder cut and much more? We're also talking about our main topic, which this week is a discuss the superhero movie cliche's and tropes we're sick of seeing - which tropes do you wish Hollywood would snap out of existence? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

9. Upcoming games we're most excited

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the DL from across the pond.

Did you hear this week the news about Wakanda Forever, MORE Snyder Cut info, War Machine in the Falcon & The Winter Soldier and much more? We're also talking about our main topic, which this week is a deepdive on video games we're excited for in 2021 and beyond - which games are you most excited for? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

8. Everything The Eternals

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the Drey from across the pond.

Did you hear this week we had all the announcements? The Blackwidow movie has been delayed, Game of Thrones and The Witcher spin-off news, someone NOT in Spider-man 3? We also jumping into our main topic this week we're talking everything The Eternals, from the comics to the actors staring in the movie - are you excited for Marvels cosmic stories? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

7. Rebootuations and the Reboots we'd like to see

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +1000

Hello hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the Wet Thor Drey from across the pond.

Did you hear about this week's announcements about a potential return to the MCU for Chris Evans, Star Wars news, save Daredevil much more? We're also jumping into our main topic where we talk about movies we'd like to see rebooted - what movie would you like to see get the reboot treatment? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

6. Most anticipated movies of 2021

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +1000

Hello and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the Drey from across the pond.

Did you hear about this week's announcements from Netflix, along with Deadpool 3 news, Indiana Jones games and much more? We're also jumping into our main topic - this week we talk about the movies slated for release in 2021, we discuss which we're most excited for and why! Which movie is your most anticipated? Find us on Twitter at @pod_assemble or thepodcastassemble@gmail.com to let us know..

5. Wonder Woman (2020) & the 80's references

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:22:21 +1000

Hello and happy New Year everybody, welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the Drey from across the pond.

This week we're talking about what we've up to, along with vaguely researched news including Wandavision, Ray Fisher's Cyborg, Ready Player 2 and much more. We'll also be discussing this weeks' main topic - this week we got to see Wonder Woman 1984! Do you think it's better or worse than 2018's Aquaman? Let us know at thepodcastassemble@gmail.com ..

4. Holiday Special & Disney

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 19:00:00 +1000

Hello everybody and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the Drey from across the pond.

This week we're talking about what we've up to, along with a deepdive into the recent Disney Investor day announcements including - Lucasfilm, Star and Marvel. We'll also be discussing this weeks' main topic, where we've found an old Christmas classic to once again torture ourselves. We had a lot of fun with this one!

3. "33" Movies That Were Supposed to Come Out In The 2010's, But Didn't

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 19:00:00 +1000

Hello everybody and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & the D-R-E(-Y) from across the pond.

This week we're talking about what we've up to, along with vaguely researched news including Hawkeye, the Obi-Wan TV show, Spider-man 3 casting and much more. We'll also be discussing this weeks' main topic - 33(ish) Movies which were supposed to come out in the 2010's, but didn't...

2. Games we'd like to see translated to screen

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +1000

**Inset theme here** Hello everybody and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts (a very sick) Tommy & Drey from across the pond.

This week we're talking about what we've up to, along with vaguely researched news including RIP David Prowse, Godzilla VS Kong, Hawkeye and more. We'll also be jumping into this weeks' main feature, where we're discussing the the video games we'd like to see on the big or small screen! What do you want to see?

1. Into the Spider-verse (2018) - At last, a movie we actually enjoy

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +1000

Hello everybody and welcome back to Podcast Assemble! Your regular dose of geeky entertainment news, with co-hosts Tommy & Drey from across the pond.

This week we're talking; vaguely researched news, including the the new 007 game, Black Panther 2, Hawkeye and more. We'll also be chatting about what we've up to and moving into this weeks' main feature where we're discussing the first cinematic outing of Miles Morales in Into The Spider-Verse!