Welcome to Episode 340 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! This week, we delve into major entertainment news, exciting trailers, and reviews of the latest shows and classics.

News:

Jeremy Renner turned down 'Hawkeye' Season 2 due to a significant pay cut. He humorously questioned, "Did you think I'm only half the Jeremy because I got ran over?"

'Shogun' Season 2 is set to begin production in January 2026, with Hiroyuki Sanada and Cosmo Jarvis returning. The story picks up ten years after Season 1.

The 'Dexter' spin-off, 'Dexter: Resurrection', premieres on July 11, 2025, featuring returning cast members and new additions like Peter Dinklage and Uma Thurman.

Following the success of 'Deadpool & Wolverine', Ryan Reynolds is reportedly developing a Deadpool/X-Men team-up movie. news Reviews:

'Andor' Season 2 Episodes 4–6: We discuss the latest developments in the Star Wars universe.

'Marvel's Thunderbolts*': Our take on the newest addition to the MCU.

Retro Review:

'Star Trek: The Next Generation' – "Unification" Parts 1 & 2: A look back at Spock's mission to reunify Vulcans and Romulans.

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Welcome to Episode 339 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! This week, we’re tackling the latest big news in movies, TV, and fandoms, plus digging into fresh reviews and a Star Trek classic! Here’s what’s coming up:

News: Warner Bros. secures a major legal win, getting the Superman foreign copyright lawsuit dismissed. What does this mean for the Man of Steel’s future? Pedro Pascal publicly calls J.K. Rowling a "heinous loser" and supports the Harry Potter boycott. How will this impact the Wizarding World franchise? Godzilla and Kong are headed back to Queensland, Australia for the next chapter in the MonsterVerse. What can we expect from this new installment? Andrew Garfield says a Spider-Man return would have to be "very strange" and needs the creative freedom of the Spider-Verse movies. Could we see him suit up again?

Trailers: The Predator: Badlands trailer drops, offering a brutal new take on the sci-fi franchise. Netflix teases LOVE DEATH + ROBOTS Volume 4—will it live up to the anthology’s reputation for stunning visuals and storytelling?

Reviews: We finally dig into Andor—one of the most acclaimed Star Wars projects in years. Does it live up to the hype? Plus, a review of Bondsman—is it hitting the right notes or missing the mark?

Retro Review: We step back into Star Trek: The Next Generation with "Redemption," exploring the Klingon civil war and Worf’s pivotal character arc.

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Welcome to Episode 338 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! This week, we're talking sci-fi reboots, superhero returns, and a dive into a Star Trek classic. Here's what we've got lined up:

News: Russell T Davies responds to the growing criticism of Doctor Who being “too woke.” Is it fair or just media noise? Director Shawn Levy’s Star Wars: Starfighter movie is set to start production this fall. What can we expect from the next galactic adventure? Pacific Rim is making a comeback—this time as a TV series on Amazon, with Arrival writer Eric Heisserer attached. Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Sinners) confirms he’s in talks with Gillian Anderson about an X-Files reboot. Is Mulder and Scully’s world about to open up again?

Trailers: Marvel drops trailers for The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Thunderbolts. Are they bringing fresh energy or just more of the same?

Reviews: We dive into Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+. How does it hold up compared to the original Netflix run? We also take a look at Bondsman—does it deliver something new or fall into familiar territory?

Retro Review: A true sci-fi masterpiece—Star Trek: The Next Generation's "Best of Both Worlds" Parts 1 & 2. One of the greatest cliffhangers in TV history, and we break it all down.

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