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Tower of God Season 2: New Faces, New Mysteries, Same Epic Adventure!

Season 2 of Tower of God is coming to Crunchyroll, but is it worth the four-year wait? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on the first two episodes of this new season.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 11, 2024

Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor Who Has Problems

The latest season of Doctor Who has been interesting, to say the least. But it’s not been good. Ncuti Gatwa’s incarnation has had problems that need to be addressed for season two.
by Iain McParlandJuly 10, 2024

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4 Recap: Fire in the Sky

Dragon battles! Fire, blood, dancing dragons… it has finally happened! Keep up with Michelle as she flies through the events that unfolded in Season 2, Episode 4 of House of The Dragon, and why we’ll be mourning for longer than the season will last.
by Michelle HolstineJuly 9, 2024
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Talking Zombies, Hobbits, and Mocap with Nicole Tompkins

Emmanuel had the great pleasure of speaking with Nicole Tompkins to talk about her career in performance capture, gaming, and maybe a game or two was played during the course of the interview!
by Emmanuel AlejandroJuly 19, 2021
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Challengers and Average Joe Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

Zendaya is "taking care of her good little white boys" in the trailer for her next film Challengers directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name). Then after we talk about when BET+ became a thing we'll take a look at the trailer for their new show Average Joe.
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Five Nights at Freddy’s Review: From Indie Game to Hollywood Film

After waiting eight years, Five Nights at Freddy’s is finally here, but was it worth the wait? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on this long awaited video game movie adaptation.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 1, 2023

Totally Killer is Totally Rad: A Comedy Slasher With a Twist!

If you’re a-hankering for a slasher-horror-time-traveling-comedy, then Iain has the movie for you. Here’s his review of the new Blumhouse and Amazon Prime Video release, Totally Killer.
by Iain McParlandOctober 25, 2023

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Movies With Monstrous Mashups!

Shana recommends these films with monster mashups to crack you up during the spooky season.
by Shana MartinOctober 22, 2023

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Out Of This World Movies

Shana recommends these 3 otherworldly films, which will boldly take you to places of delight, and not of fright in preparation for the spooky season!
by Shana MartinOctober 15, 2023

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Action Movies So Good It’s Supernatural!

Shana with help from Louie recommends, and explains why these supernatural action films are nothing to scream at.
by Shana MartinOctober 11, 2023
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Rick and Morty Season 7 Episodes 5 & 6: A Pivotal Moment

Rick and Morty’s post-Roiland Season 7 continues! Iain explains that the returns of some old adversaries and friends in episode 5 and the creation of some new ones in episode 6 mean that the Rick and Morty train keeps on a-rolling. But the landscape has just changed forever…
by Iain McParlandNovember 27, 2023

Did The Marvels Actually Bomb? Separating Fact From Clickbait Fiction

Many of the articles about the latest entry for the MCU, The Marvels, tell you how badly the movie is doing, and how bad the movie is. Is that a fair review? Let’s talk about some of the factors surrounding the release of The Marvels.
by Tim BeisiegelNovember 25, 2023

Reviewing Reviews: Making Sense of the Madness

Are you struggling to make sense of review scores? Here are some great tips to help sift through the noise and find your truth within the chaos of review score aggregators! It’s just the thing you’ll need with The Game Awards and Oscars fast approaching.
by Iain McParlandNovember 22, 2023

Why Star Wars Needs to Move Away from the Skywalkers

Is Anakin Skywalker required for the future of Star Wars storytelling? Let's talk about the reasons why we should be moving away from the Skywalkers.
by Tim BeisiegelNovember 21, 2023

10 GenX Holiday Films to Enjoy This Holiday Season

Every year, there are new Holiday films, and Hallmark has a whole channel for them. But the best Holiday films were when GenX was young. Join Charlotte and fellow GenXers for their favorite holiday movies!
by Charlotte MerrittNovember 20, 2023

Rick and Morty Season 7 Episodes 3 & 4: Rick and Morty’s Saddest Moment

Rick and Morty’s post-Roiland Season 7 continues with two very different episodes. Iain recaps the ups and downs of episodes 3 and 4 and tells us why you may need a moment or two to compose yourself after one scene.
by Iain McParlandNovember 15, 2023

The Marvels Proves Marvel’s Resilience Amidst Controversy and Cat-astrophes!

Every studio has its ups and downs, but there’s nothing people like more than to hate on one for its apparent “downfall”. Marvel is the latest greatest victim of this trend, and it got even stronger with the release of The Marvels. Let’s find out if this hate train is deserved or not.
by Art of Lily KNovember 14, 2023

Loki Season 2 Episode 6: Burdened With Glorious Purpose

The series finale of Loki is here, and it’s the best episode yet! Join Thomas Richards as he recaps and reviews the series' final episode.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 12, 2023

Hayseed – A Whodunnit Mystery

Looking for a great whodunnit mystery? Check out Hayseed! A local church congregation's reverend is found dead. Was it a terrible accident or was it murder? The unfortunate fate of the reverend upsets a small Midwestern American town as the investigator tries to sift fact from fiction.
by Candace BissonetteNovember 8, 2023

Loki Season 2 Episode 5: A Tour of the Timelines

The penultimate episode of Loki is here, and it’s one of the best yet. Join Thomas Richards (@Echo5119) as he recaps and gives his thoughts on this emotional episode.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 6, 2023
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The Last of Us HBO Episode 9 – Look for the Light

Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 9 - Look for the Light. Actor Ashley Johnson, who plays Ellie in the game, joins the cast for the season finale of Emotional Damage: The Series. This one sure will get you talking!.
by Iain McParlandMarch 16, 2023

Atomic Heart: Worth the Sweat of Your Brow?

With a new retro futuristic game entering the triple-A arena, Rohan's diving in to see if the game is challenging Bioshock's crown or if it's just another challenger that will fade into obscurity by the end of the year.
by Rohan ElliottMarch 15, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 18: Myths & Mines

Chapter 18 of The Mandalorian is here and it’s filled with action and adventure. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this adventure into the mines of Mandalore.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 14, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 5: Jigoku

In this entry of Scary Good Films series, Matt Kalo will tell you about one hell of a film.
by Matt KaloMarch 13, 2023

Red Dead Redemption 2 – Worth the Wait

What happens when life gets in the way of a thorough playthrough of a highly anticipated game? Candace Rose recounts her experience with Red Dead Redemption 2. Did the tale of a gang of notorious outlaws live up to her high expectations? Was a thorough playthrough really necessary to have a great experience in this massively detailed game? Was it really worth the wait? Find out what she has to say about her overall experience.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 10, 2023

The Dark Pictures: The Devil in Me-dia (Review)

When it comes to horror, there are no better choice-based adventures out there than Supermassive games, but has their latest venture fallen short? Ben Hazell discusses The Devil in Me.
by Ben HazellMarch 9, 2023

The Last of Us HBO Episode 8 – When We Are In Need

Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 8 - When We Are In Need. Joel, meet Joel. Actor Troy Baker, who plays Joel in the game, joins the cast this week in another episode of How-Much-Can-We-Emotionally-Break-Our-Main-Characters-Before-The-End-Of-The-Season.
by Iain McParlandMarch 8, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 17: Crocodiles, Droids, Pirates, Oh My!

The Mandalorian has returned with season 3, and it's still as action-packed as ever. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this fast-paced season premiere.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 6, 2023

Cowboy Bebop: What Took Me So Long to Watch This?

In this article Shana shares her first viewing experience of the original 1998 anime series Cowboy Bebop.
by Shana MartinMarch 6, 2023

Marvel Snap: The Rare Mobile Game With Heart

Marvel Snap won mobile game of the year 2022 but why exactly? Ben Hazell has been playing for months and can tell you all the details a collectible card game player needs to know.
by Ben HazellFebruary 28, 2023
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A Tail of Two Kitties: Cat Box Paradox Game Review

Cat Box Paradox is a feline themed indie platformer. But is it a paws-itive experience or a total cat-astrophe?
by Patrick SutherlandFebruary 27, 2022

Everything You Need to Know About Elden Ring’s Different Classes

Elden Ring is right around the corner, which means it’s time to get serious about prep time. In this article, Liza breaks down the different stats and starting gear for each class.
by Lizabeth PhoenixFebruary 23, 2022

Pop Culture Predictions #3

This week Drew Lewis makes some predictions on who will win Best Picture at this years Oscars along the definitive answer on whether or not The Book of Boba Fett will get a Season 2 or not.
by Drew LewisFebruary 18, 2022

Must-Know Gaming Career Tips with Tori Fica, Lead Marketing Writer, Riot Games

Erika chats with Riot Games copywriter Tori Fica about her path into the gaming industry, the work her team does, and tips for finding and building a career in the industry.
by Erika AundawynFebruary 15, 2022

Sexy, Gory and H.R. Giger Inspired Lust From Beyond: M Edition May Tickle Your Fancy

Lust from Beyond by Movie Games Lunarium is an unabashed homage to Giger and Lovecraft, twisting fantasy and horror with perverse design and sexual desire. But the newly released M version tones down the gore and sex for a more tailored story adventure so that you can enjoy the disturbing nature of this world with a more subtle experience. Let’s dive in.
by Pagan PlaysFebruary 14, 2022
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The Killer & The Book of Clarence Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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The Quest Reality Show Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Have you ever wanted to live a Disney fantasy adventure? Yes, the only answer is yes. That's why Disney is rebooting the reality show The Quest, but this time, it's bringing some top-notch creature makeup and CGI to the party. Join us as we react to a reality show that only the producers of Lord of the Rings and the Amazing Race could put together. Then break down our thoughts on how we would do in a show like this for adults.
by Drew LewisApril 5, 2022

Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock at the Oscars Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

We could talk about a new trailer drop this week or we should and will talk about the bigger Hollywood news from Sunday's Oscars telecast...that's right "The Slap Heard Round the World". Will Smith lost his cool after a tasteless Chris Rock joke aimed at Will Smith's Wife and walked on stage and slapped Chris Rock in the face. The not-so-fresh Prince then proceeded to yell "Keep my wife's name out your f*@king mouth!" Let's talk about how this moment felt for fans of Smith and what this might mean for the future of the Oscars and Smith and Rock's careers.
by Drew LewisMarch 29, 2022

Should Elden Ring Have an Easy Mode? | TRP: Ep 117

Should Elden Ring and other games like it allow people to change the difficulty so that anyone can play them? We don't find the answer, but we have a super spicy discussion trying to find it.
by Dan MorrisMarch 23, 2022

The Bubble Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Judd Apatow is back helming a new comedy about the making of a terrible action movie about flying dinosaurs during the pandemic aptly titled The Bubble. Is this too close to home or is this just what we needed as we ride out this pandemic? Featuring an amazing cast including Pedro Pascal, Karen Gillan, Kate McKinnon, David Duchovny, and the Cumberbatch.
by Drew LewisMarch 22, 2022

Obi-Wan Kenobi Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Arguably the greatest Jedi to grace the big screen is headed to the small screen for a limited series starring Ewan McGregor reprising his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith”. The force is strong in the teaser trailer and there are plenty of moments to nerd out on including Joel Edgerton coming back as Uncle Lars and the Inquisitors make an appearance having bridged the gap from cartoon and video games to live-action. Let's get some first reactions from the team and then break it down as fans and non-fans of the Star Wars universe.
by Drew LewisMarch 16, 2022
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Finally! The Rurouni Kenshin Anime I Always Wanted

Rurouni Kenshin may be a veteran franchise, but the new 2023 anime series finally brings us a fresh new anime experience that manga fans have longed for
by Stef WatsonJanuary 20, 2024

4 Great TTRPGs That Aren’t D&D

Want to play a TTRPG that doesn’t involve dungeons and/or dragons? Here are some great tabletop role-playing games to explore and start a new adventure with your friends.
by Michael Saint GregoryNovember 22, 2022
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5 Tips to Geek Parenting

Think you need to give up nerd culture just because you’ve had kids? Think again! Here’s 5 things that helped me raise a pair of nerds.
by Charlotte MerrittAugust 13, 2022
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Hayseed – A Whodunnit Mystery

Looking for a great whodunnit mystery? Check out Hayseed! A local church congregation's reverend is found dead. Was it a terrible accident or was it murder? The unfortunate fate of the reverend upsets a small Midwestern American town as the investigator tries to sift fact from fiction.
by Candace BissonetteNovember 8, 2023

Dakota Bob is a Bobby Singer Variant, And Here’s Why

Jim Beaver plays the same character from two different universes in The Boys and Supernatural, and, quite honestly, we don’t talk enough about it. Join us as we explore the similarities between the two Bobby Singers!
by Iain McParlandAugust 28, 2024

Great Directors and Why I Hate Them: Quentin Tarantino

Luis Reza kicks off a new series about great directors that he both admires and yet takes issue with. In this debut article, he tackles Quentin Tarantino.
by Luis RezaJuly 17, 2021
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Strange Darling Has Come from Nowhere to Steal My Black Horror Heart

Strange Darling is one of the most outta nowhere hits of this fall. The new horror movie from JT Mollner starring Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner has surprised us by being a true hidden gem. Let us tell you all about it.
by Iain McParlandSeptember 28, 2024
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Demon Slayer: To The Hashira Training Review – Things are Heating Up

Demon Slayer has returned to theatres with a first look at the next season, but has it improved over last time? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on this latest outing from the blockbuster series.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 3, 2024

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 Recap- I Love You Brother

We are in it, now baby! Westeros is dripping with politics and less blood than we’re used to, but let’s get into the depravity of it all from Season 2, Episode 2!
by Michelle HolstineJune 26, 2024

The Confusing Tale of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero’s Character Balance

Ben spent a lot of October playing Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Is ranked balanced and fun or is it a giant mess? Let's find out!
by Ben HazellNovember 10, 2024
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