In this episode, Sprang and POPpaGoss welcome Zeke back to the show to discuss our Top 5 Illumination movies in preparation for Minions & Monsters in theaters that Friday!

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00:00 Podcast Intro

02:46 Welcome and Catch Up!

08:26 Top Five Illumination Films Discussion

10:01 Minions: The Rise of Gru

14:19 The Secret Life of Pets

17:26 The Grinch

24:00 Despicable Me 3: Nostalgia and Humor

28:05 Sing: A Musical Journey

32:05 The Lorax: Environmental Lessons

37:34 Minions: The Rise of the Sidekicks

42:04 Super Mario Bros: A Nostalgic Adventure

45:49 Despicable Me: The Original Masterpiece

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Bryan Garner, host of the Be More Super Podcast, to the show to discuss Supergirl (1984), Wakanda Forever, Captain Marvel, and Wonder Woman in preparation for Supergirl (2026), hitting theaters Friday.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

02:38 Guest Intro

04:02 Background into Movie Love

05:28 Superman On Screen

07:53 Exploring Supergirl: A Classic Female Superhero Film

11:14 Backlot Breakdown: Supergirl

18:29 Film Thoughts on Supergirl

22:23 Wakanda Forever: Honoring Legacy and Female Empowerment

26:13 Backlot Breakdown: Wakanda Forever

29:32 The Impact of Black Panther: A Tribute to Chadwick Boseman

33:41 Character Dynamics and Themes of Power

35:29 Will We See This Again?

40:14 Captain Marvel: A New Era in the MCU

45:39 Backlot Breakdown: Captain Marvel

50:04 Final Thoughts on Captain Marvel

54:59 Wonder Woman: Breaking Barriers in Superhero Cinema

57:41 Backlot Breakdown: Wonder Womn

01:03:37 Final Thoughts: Wonder Woman

01:06:33 The Future of Wonder Woman in Film

01:07:42 Casting the Next Wonder Woman

01:12:00 The Role of Unknown Actors

01:17:31 Anticipation for Supergirl

01:22:37 Closing Thoughts and Future Projects

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Wes Clark, Writer/Director of How To Start A Cult in 5-Easy Steps, to discuss the 4 previous Toy Story films in preparation for Toy Story 5 hitting theaters Friday.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

02:49 Guest Introduction: Wes Clark

04:08 The Origins of Movie Love

09:24 The Original Toy Story

16:57 Blacklot Breakdown: Toy Story

22:00 Toy Story 2: The Journey Out of the House

35:03 Backlot Breakdown: Toy Story 2

45:09 Toy Story 3: Oscar Worthy or Dumpster Fire?

55:17 Backlot Breakdown: Toy Story 3

59:40 Toy Story 4: What Makes a Toy a Toy?

01:09:30 Backlot Breakdown: Toy Story 4

01:14:42 Closing Remarks and Wes Clark's Future Endeavors

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Nick Garza aka Papanaut to the show to discuss Close Encounters of a Third Kind, E.T., A.I., War of the Worlds and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull in preparation for Disclosure Day hitting theaters Friday.

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00:00 Cold Open

00:49 Podcast Intro and Coming Up

03:35 introducing Papanaut

04:23 Exploring Chef Movies and Their Authenticity

09:57 Personal Movie Experiences and Family Influence

15:01 Movie Ticket Collection and Letterboxd

21:36 Close Encounters of the Third Kind Discussion

28:06 The Value of Humanity in Sci-Fi

33:10 Backlot Breakdown: Close Encounters

41:43 Exploring the Themes of E.T.

58:31 AI: The Quest for Love and Humanity

01:02:34 Exploring the Depths of AI's Emotional Impact

01:03:54 The Legacy of Kubrick and Spielberg's Collaboration

01:04:51 Character Analysis: The Roles of David and Gigolo Joe

01:06:58 The Philosophical Underpinnings of AI

01:09:24 The Consequences of Creation: Love and Programming

01:12:05 The Evolution of AI: From Fiction to Reality

01:14:04 The Nature of Humanity and AI's Place in It

01:17:14 War of the Worlds: A Shift in Spielberg's Perspective

01:30:57 Exploring Tim Robbin's Filmography

01:32:27 Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

01:36:35 Reflections on Spielberg's Legacy

01:42:22 Anticipating Disclosure Day

01:47:59 The Power of Storytelling in Cinema

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome CrossSaved Collectibles and Frog Pop Fanatic to the show to discuss Masters of the Universe (1987), Transformers, G.I.Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and Bumblebee in preparation for Masters of the Universe (2026), hitting theaters that Friday.

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00:00 Podcast Intro

03:49 Introduction of Guests and Topic

04:50 Personal Movie Experiences and Influences

10:47 Exploring Masters of the Universe

12:27 The Nostalgia of 80s Cartoons and Movies

15:16 The Impact of Masters of the Universe

18:08 Dolph Lundgren's Role and Movie Analysis

20:48 Comparing the Original and New Masters of the Universe

23:50 Transformers and Other 80s Adaptations

29:57 Transformers: A Nostalgic Journey

33:45 The Impact of Special Effects

37:08 Character Development and Emotional Moments

40:55 Michael Bay's Signature Style

44:55 Memorable Scenes and Soundtrack

49:22 Transition to G.I. Joe

51:39 G.I. Joe: Nostalgia and Character Connections

55:50 Diverse Perspectives on G.I. Joe

01:00:53 Future of the Franchise

01:01:52 Nostalgia and Iconic References in G.I. Joe

01:02:42 The Rise of Cobra: Themes and Production History

01:04:31 Cast Dynamics and Character Development

01:06:13 Memorable Moments and Personal Connections to G.I. Joe

01:07:30 Cobra's Symbolism and Movie Impact

01:08:28 G.I. Joe in Popular Culture and Community References

01:08:58 Bumblebee: A New Era for Transformers

01:09:55 Character Growth and Storytelling in Bumblebee

01:12:23 Nostalgic Elements and Audience Reception

01:17:19 Director's Vision and Character Backstories

01:25:45 Closing Thoughts and Future Projects

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Scott and Chris back to the show to discuss a host of Star Wars video games in early preparation for Star Wars: Galactic Racer hitting stores October 6, 2026.

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00:00 Introduction to Star Wars Gaming

04:24 Personal Gaming Histories

13:48 Knights of the Old Republic: A Game Changer

19:56 The Legacy of Darth Revan

24:52 Podracing: A Unique Star Wars Experience

29:39 Battlefront: The Multiplayer Phenomenon

35:06 Exploring Battlefront Games

36:43 Campaign Modes and Storytelling in Star Wars Games

40:32 Nostalgia for Classic Star Wars Games

43:06 The Force Unleashed: Starkiller's Journey

54:35 Star Wars Galaxies and MMORPG Experiences

01:04:24 Nostalgia and Gameplay in Star Wars Squadrons

01:07:43 The Lego Star Wars Phenomenon

01:19:50 Exploring Jedi Fallen Order and Survivor

01:29:58 Upcoming Star Wars Games and Future Expectations

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Scott and Chris back to the show to discuss The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Ashoka, Kenobi, Andor, Skeleton Crew and The Acolyte in preparation for The Mandalorian and Grogu hitting theaters Friday.

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00:00 Introduction to Star Wars Television

05:50 The Mandalorian: A Game Changer

08:32 Character Development and Lore

11:22 The Impact of Grogu

14:30 The Evolution of the Series

17:35 Book of Boba Fett: A Mixed Bag

19:47 The Transition to Mandalorian Season 2.5

28:03 Boba Fett's Legacy and Character Development

33:55 The Return of Iconic Characters

37:45 Ahsoka's Journey and New Challenges

46:57 Kenobi: Expectations vs. Reality

52:17 Vader's Power and Star Killer's Legacy

53:33 Kenobi Series Highlights and Character Returns

57:34 Exploring Andor: A Deeper Dive into the Rebellion

01:12:09 The Future of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and Acolyte

This week, POPpaGoss and Sprang welcome Zeke back to the show to discuss Mortal Kombat (1995), Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, Big Trouble in Little China, and Mortal Kombat (2021) in preparation for Mortal Kombat II, hitting theaters that Friday.

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00:00 Podcast Intro and Coming soon

02:27 Introduction to Mortal Kombat and Its Legacy

07:08 The Controversy of Violence in Gaming

11:43 Video Game Add Ons

15:52 Finish Him!

22:19 Backlot Breakdown: Big Trouble in Little China

36:31 Mortal Kombat: A Cultural Phenomenon

41:11 Backlot Breakdown: Mortal Kombat

49:45 The Cheese Factor: Mortal Kombat Annihilation

01:00:07 A New Era: Mortal Kombat 2020