How Was It?

What do you get when you mix one part True Detective with DC's space cops? You get Lanterns —HBO’s gritty, grounded, and sharply written take on the popular DC intergalactic police. Join us as we follow veteran Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and newcomer John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) as they dig into a terrifying mystery in rural Rushville, Nebraska. Can they track down a dangerous shape-shifting al...

We’re back! Things have been a little quiet since the dust settled from Spider-Man: Brand New Day , but the drought is almost over. Tune in as we talk about what we’ve been watching lately to keep ourselves entertained. Plus we preview the movies we're most excited to see in the coming weeks. Let's get into it! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questio...

New day, new drama, and the same old Parker luck. This week, we’re diving into Spider-Man: Brand New Day , taking an unforgettable journey with everyone’s favorite wall-crawler as he navigates high-stakes superhero action and the messy, relatable realities of everyday life. From battling threats across New York City to surviving relationships and personal crossroads, we're unpacking what it re...

It's been a minute, but we're back like we never left! We've got a lot to catch up on, so join us as we unpack just about everything we've watched on the big and small screen while we were away. This is a cram session full of movies and few shows. Let's get into it! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and...

What do a cute anthropomorphic small town and the darkest alleys of Gotham have in common? An unsettling amount of murder. This week on Exposure Therapy , our reading list is packed with crime, corruption, and a whole lot of murder. Join us as we dissect the cuddly-but-killer Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees and the foundational classic Batman: Year One . Let’s get into it! Want more How Was It...

Dust off those loafers, pull up the white socks, and slip on the single sequined glove—it’s time to Moonwalk! We’re back with two very special guests to dive deep into the most talked-about biopic of the year: Michael . From the electrifying stage recreations to the heavy-hitting drama, we’re breaking down the highs, the lows, and everything in between of this cinematic tribute to the King of Pop....

No clock. No limits. Just vibes. Rapid Fire returns with special guest Mr. Maurice! We’re tossing the time limit out the window to bring you the ultimate breakdown of Movies and TV. We’re talking Baddies (yes, it gets ratchet), the hustle of Hoppers , and the messy secrets of The Drama, and much more! You don’t want to miss this one! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas,...

We broke out the Web-Shooters for this one! We’ve got Relly Rell RDC in the studio to help us breakdown and give our unfiltered first impressions of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer! We’re talking theories, thoughts, and more! After the breakdown, we’re celebrating the legacy of Peter Parker by taking a nostalgic look back at some of our favorite moments from Spider-Man movies. Let's get...

"What's your favorite scary movie?" I bet it's not Scream 7 ! Scream 7 just rewrote the playbook, but does it lead to a touchdown or a turnover? From the return of Kevin Williamson to the screen-shattering comeback of Sidney Prescott, we’re diving deep into the Pine Grove bloodbath. Join us as we dissect the latest chapter in this 30-year legacy! As an appetizer we're also do...

Marvel finally ditches the formula. Join us as we break down Wonder Man , the comedy-drama that’s redefining the MCU in it's own way. With its razor-sharp writing and refreshing focus on character over cosmic threats, it’s the pivot Marvel Studios desperately needed. Let's get into it! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendati...

We’re continuing our Exposure Therapy series with two heavy hitters that couldn't be more different. From the vibrant, award-winning heights of Mark Waid and Paolo Rivera's Daredevil to the atmospheric tension of Kelly Thompson and Mattia De Iulis' The Cull , we’re dissecting it all. Let's get into it!

The wait is over! Following an unexpected hiatus, we’ve returned to launch an all-new season of the pod. We’re starting Season 5 with our Best of 2025! Join us as we count down our Top 10 films, reveal 5 'just-missed' honorable mentions, and crown the Top 5 TV shows of the year. And for our Talking Ish crew? We’ve got a bonus round featuring our top 5 comic series of the year. Let’s get in...

Join us for our latest Rapid Reaction ! In this episode we're headed back to the world of Pandora for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash ! We give our abbreviated take on the latest Na'vi adventure. Is it hot fire or hot garbage? We'll let you know! Plus, we’re clearing out the 2025 backlog! We’re handing out 'Yays' and 'Nays' to movies we watched but didn't h...

"We're in the Endgame now!" The season finale of IT: Welcome to Derry has arrived, and it left us breathless. Was it everything we feared—and everything we hoped for? Join us as we dissect the epic conclusion to the season! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X...

We're back with arguably the bloodiest episode of IT: Welcome to Derry yet! Join us as we hang out at The Black Spot! From spilled liquor to even more spilled blood, we’re diving deep into every jaw-dropping moment from this season standout. We’re dissecting the carnage, the chaos, and the moments that left us speechless in what might be the best episode of the season. Grab a drink—you’re goin...

The pace might have slowed down, but the stakes just reached a fever pitch. In this week's breakdown of 'In the Name of the Father,' we’re dissecting the haunting history of Ingrid Kersh and the Bob Gray reveal that changed everything we knew about Pennywise’s origin. From the opening of Dick Hallorann's 'dead box' to the powder keg waiting to explode at The Black Spot , we...

We're headed back to 29 Neibolt Street , so the horror and lore is ramping up on IT: Welcome to Derry ! Join us as we discuss and break down our favorite moments from this chilling episode! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_It Join the convers...

The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here! In this episode IT: Welcome to Derry goes full throttle and doesn't hold back! Join us as we recap and discuss all the gore and thrills that we've been waiting for! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X : @...

Prepare for an absolute takeover! We're diving back into the heart of the DC Absolute Universe to discuss the darkness of the Absolute Evil Special! Plus, we're giving you the essential rundown on how this massive universe is expanding right now. Stick around until the end because we're unveiling our highly anticipated picks for the next Exposure Therapy episode! Want more How Was It?...

The dread is mounting, and we're breaking down every terrifying minute. Get ready for our IT: Welcome to Derry Recap! Join us as we dissect the bone-chilling events of episode three! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations, and anything else at SHWIPodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter/X : @HowWas_It Join the conversation on Th...

e are plunging back into the nightmare of I T: Welcome to Derry ! The story expands, the character roster grows, and the scares are relentless. The screams are getting louder now! *there was a glitch at the end of the episode during the predictions segment but the episode was wrapping up. Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recommendations,...

We're officially diving deep into the darkness! We're kicking off our brand new recap series! Join us as we plunge headfirst into the twisted, terrifying world of Stephen King to dissect every bone-chilling moment of IT: Welcome to Derry ! You won't want to miss our take on the premiere! Want more How Was It? I in your life? Email us your show ideas, burning questions, comments, recomm...

Get ready for one last fright night! We're putting a bloody bow on AwwHellnahween 2025 by wrapping up our series on killer kids! We're hitting the halls of horror first with The Faculty , where an eclectic group of high schoolers must battle body-snatching aliens! Then, we take the concept of Superman and twist it into pure horror with Brightburn! The story of an alien child who wields the...

From the precinct to the paranormal! Talking Ish is back with another round of Exposure Therapy ! This time, we're diving deep into the grim streets and precinct politics ( BOO!) of Gotham Central by the masterful team of Ed Brubaker , Greg Rucka , and Michael Lark . Then, we'll shift gears to the utterly terrifying world of Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther...

AwwHellnahween continues! This week we're sharpening the fangs of our Killer Kids discussion by sinking our teeth into the ultimate child predators: vampire kids! We're pulling up two of the most popular pint-sized predators for a deep dive: the devastatingly dramatic Claudia from Interview With a Vampire and the chillingly stoic Abby from Let Me In . Grab your wooden stakes—this is going...