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In this long-form episode of Should This Have Happened?, we put The Martian up against Project Hail Mary to ask the big question: should this story have happened?

Both stories come from Andy Weir. Both center on brilliant problem-solvers trapped in impossible situations. Both use science, humor, isolation, and sheer human stubbornness to push their heroes forward. But while The Martian is about one man trying to survive, Project Hail Mary raises the stakes to the fate of Earth itself.

We break down what makes The Martian such a modern sci-fi classic, why Project Hail Mary has built such massive fan excitement, and whether it feels like a natural evolution of Weir’s storytelling or a bigger, riskier version of the same formula.

Is Project Hail Mary the perfect next step after The Martian, or is it trying to recapture lightning in a space helmet?

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Superman may be the icon, but should Supergirl have ever gotten her own movie?

In this episode of Should This Have Happened?, Rob and Tater put Supergirl on trial. We look at the legacy of the 1984 film, why the character has struggled to break through on the big screen, and whether a new version of Supergirl can finally justify her place in the DC universe.

Is Supergirl an essential expansion of the Superman mythology, a misunderstood character who deserves another shot, or another example of studios chasing familiar names instead of building stronger stories? From Kara Zor-El’s potential to Hollywood’s long history of mishandling female superheroes, we debate whether Supergirl should have happened at all.

The cape is on. The court is in session. And this verdict may not be super.

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Toy Story changed animation forever, but does the franchise still have story left to tell?

In this episode of Should This Have Happened?, Rob and Tater put Toy Story 5 on trial. We look at whether Pixar should return to Andy’s old toy box again, whether Toy Story 3 already delivered the perfect ending, and whether the franchise’s new focus on technology, screens, and modern childhood gives this sequel a real reason to exist.

Is Toy Story 5 a meaningful continuation, a nostalgia-driven cash grab, or the rare sequel that might actually have something important to say? From Woody and Buzz’s legacy to the problem of endless franchise extensions, we debate whether this movie should have happened at all.

The toys are back in court. The verdict may hurt.

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Before Supergirl flies into theaters, Should This Have Happened? puts Superman 2025 on trial. Rob and Nathan “Tater” Salyer debate whether James Gunn’s new take on the Man of Steel truly launched the new DC Universe with hope, heart, and purpose, or if it was another shiny reboot wearing a cape and hoping nobody asks too many questions.

From the casting and tone to the story, villains, world-building, and what it means for Supergirl, we break down whether this Superman deserved to happen, whether it fixed DC’s biggest problems, and whether fans should be excited or deeply suspicious, because comic book movies have trained us all to have trust issues.

Verdict: Should Superman 2025 have happened?

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In this episode of Should This Have Happened?, hosts Nathan "Tater" Salyer and Rob McCallum put Disclosure Day on trial. Exploring the worlds of UFOs, extraterrestrial life, government secrecy, and humanity's fascination with the unknown, the film asks one of the biggest questions imaginable: What if the truth about alien visitation was finally revealed?

As part of the discussion, the hosts compare Disclosure Day to Close Encounters of the Third Kind, one of Steven Spielberg's most iconic films about first contact and humanity's connection to the unknown. Nearly 50 years after Close Encounters captivated audiences, does Disclosure Day capture that same sense of wonder, mystery, and possibility? Or does it take the conversation in a completely different direction?

The hosts examine the documentary's themes, evidence, storytelling, and cultural impact while debating whether it stands alongside Spielberg's classic or falls short of its legacy. From eyewitness accounts and disclosure theories to the influence of science fiction and popular culture, no topic is off limits.

👽 Does Disclosure Day measure up to Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and more importantly, should it have happened?

🎙️ Join the debate and decide for yourself: Should Disclosure Day Have Happened? ⚖️🛸👽

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In this episode of Should This Have Happened?, hosts Nathan "Tater" Salyer and Rob McCallum put the 2026 live-action Masters of the Universe on trial. Did the long-awaited return of He-Man live up to decades of fan expectations, or did it miss what made the franchise special in the first place?

From Eternia and Castle Grayskull to Skeletor, legacy characters, and modern storytelling choices, the hosts break down what worked, what didn't, and whether the film truly understood the heart of the Masters of the Universe franchise. Along the way, they compare it to the beloved 1987 adaptation, debate controversial creative decisions, and deliver their final verdict.

⚔️ Did Masters of the Universe deserve a modern reboot, or should it have remained a relic of the past?

🎙️ Listen now and decide for yourself: Should Masters of the Universe Have Happened? ⚖️

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