The ColbyCast

We are officially locked in for Avengers: Doomsday —yes, Luke and I secured tickets for a 4:15 AM Friday showing, and yes, we might be a little crazy. Before the chaos begins, we’re continuing our "Doomsday Preppers" marathon by revisiting all four Avengers films. Join Caleb, Luke, and me as we rate the 2012 original on our official Potato Scale, debate whether Infinity War actually tops...

With Caleb off watching some violence on ice, Luke and I hold down the fort to break down the second half of season one of DC’s Lanterns (Episodes 5–8)! Before we dive into the grounded sci-fi madness, we kick things off with our early NHL Stanley Cup predictions—and cast Hal Jordan, Jon Stewart, Guy Gardner, and Sinestro as NHL franchises. Then, it’s full spoilers ahead: Why Episode 5 felt like a...

We put our Avengers: Doomsday prep on the back burner this week because we had some serious unfinished business to settle! Following up on last week's battle, Caleb, Luke, and I are back in the studio to finish hashing out the generational divide: Were the '80s and '90s really the peak of pop culture, or do the 2000s and 2010s take the crown? Before we dive into the debate, we unpack t...

Caleb is finally back from the Southern Hemisphere, which means my co-hosts are reunited and ready to gang up on me again. To welcome him home, I decided to do something completely reckless: put my childhood ('80s and '90s) head-to-head against Luke and Caleb’s childhood (2000s and 2010s) to prove once and for all that my generation had it better. Naturally, they didn't make it easy. I...

With Caleb still MIA somewhere along Route 66, Luke and I are holding down the fort for week three! This week, we dive into the 20th anniversary theatrical re-release of Pixar’s Cars . We talk about taking our five-year-old nephew Ezra to see it on the big screen—complete with pizza, candy, and an icy—and what it was like watching a whole new generation get completely captivated by Lightning McQue...

With Caleb out collecting rocks this week, Luke and I hold down the fort to tackle the first four episodes of HBO Max’s Lanterns ! We talk about our entry points into the Green Lantern lore—from my lone reference point of the 2011 Ryan Reynolds film to Luke’s childhood staple, Justice League Unlimited . From there, we dissect: Kyle Chandler's acidic, gut-instinct Hal Jordan vs. Aaron Pierre&#3...

Welcome to the premiere of our brand-new "Avengers Doomsday Preppers Series" on The ColbyCast! While Caleb is off investigating a strange sheep-related crime in the English countryside, Luke and I kick off our official countdown to Avengers: Doomsday using the Disney+ preparation playlist. In this episode, we break down the first three essential films on the list: X-Men (2000), X2, and C...

After three and a half years, we are finally rolling out the official, 10-tier ColbyCast rating system—and yes, it’s 100% inspired by Yelena Belova's conversation with Spider-Man about potatoes ! Luke, Caleb, and I break down everything from an "Omega-Level Potato" all the way down to a "Greasy Pork Sandwich Served in a Dirty Ashtray Potato." To put the new scale to the tes...

While Luke is off on week two of his Vhagar hunt, Caleb and I are holding down the fort to break down the biggest reveals and trailers dropping out of D23! We dive deep into some of our favorite upcoming releases across the Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel universes: Ahsoka Season 2: Hayden Christensen’s return, mysterious new lightsabers, Thrawn’s war declaration, and Huyang going full combat mode....

With Luke away hunting for Vhagar, Caleb and I sit down to dissect the complete third season of House of the Dragon following last Sunday’s finale. From the stunning dragon choreography and standalone highlights like Helaena Targaryen and Roddy the Ruin to the head-scratching pacing and detour storylines, we give our honest thoughts on how season three sets the table for the final stretch!

On this episode, we dive headfirst into full spoiler territory for Spider-Man: Brand New Day ! We get into the incredible box office numbers powered by Tom Holland and Zendaya, we discuss Sadie Sink’s debut as (SPOILER), Jon Bernthal’s standout evolution as Frank Castle, that terrifying return of Savage Hulk, and why this street-level story was exactly what the MCU needed. Plus, we untangle the em...

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has completely taken over our minds, and we realized that 90 minutes wasn't nearly enough time to cover it all. With Caleb finally catching a showing and Luke going back for his third theatrical viewing, we couldn't help ourselves—we had to dive back in for a whole second episode of conversation! This is your place for community and conversation about pop cu...

With Caleb taking the week off, Luke and I sat down for an in-depth, spoiler-filled discussion of Christopher Nolan’s epic film, The Odyssey. Having already seen it twice in theaters, Luke broke down why he believes this might actually be a "perfect movie", while I explored the powerful underlying themes of Zeus’s law, hospitality, and moral duality. In this episode, we dive into: Produc...

On this episode of The ColbyCast, we dive into the latest addition to the DCU: Supergirl ! We break down everything from Millie Alcock’s fantastic performance as Kara Zor-El to our mixed feelings about the story's structure. We discuss her unique origin story, the growth behind earning her super suit, and whether this was the right time to drop a Supergirl movie into James Gunn’s new universe....

We are back to break down our post-4th of July reflections in true living-room style. The guys and I debate what kind of fireworks best match our personalities, relive terrible Los Angeles parking horror stories, and break down Caleb's high-stakes mission to never pay for a parking spot. Luke brags about the elite status of his new AMC Stubs A-List membership—sparking a heated controversy over...

The dragons have returned to the skies, and the war for the Iron Throne has officially ignited! In this episode of The ColbyCast, we dive deep into the explosive first two episodes of House of the Dragon Season 3. We break down everything from the high-stakes naval action of the Battle of the Gullet to the devastating loss of key players. We also examine the complex, grief-stricken journey of Rhae...

This week on The ColbyCast , Caleb and Luke join me for a deep dive into something near and dear to our hearts: our favorite movie soundtracks. We aren’t talking about orchestral scores here—we're breaking down the films that use incredible, standalone songs to build their identity, drive the plot, and shape their characters. This is your place for community and conversation about pop culture...

We are talking absolute "sportsball" this week on The ColbyCast, and I am joined by my sons, Caleb and Luke, to recap one of the wildest, most action-packed stretches in recent sports history! The Stanley Cup Finals: As hockey people, we celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes taking down the Vegas Golden Knights! We dive into the unbelievable Cinderella story of goalie Brendan Bussi, head coa...

This week, we are dedicating an entire episode to a film we've declared our unabashed adoration for time and time again: Frank Darabont’s 1994 masterpiece, The Shawshank Redemption . We discuss the fascinating history, pacing, and core themes of this cinematic staple. Fresh off finishing Stephen King’s original novella, Luke brings a unique "page vs. screen" perspective, breaking dow...

A movie so nice, we had to talk about it twice! On this episode of The ColbyCast , Caleb and I are back to dive into the galaxy far, far away to discuss The Mandalorian and Grogu . But because we needed to class up the place, we invited a very special guest: dear friend, loyal listener, and legendary rock painter Franc Mulder (aka @MrDaftPrawn)! Together, we break down our thoughts on Star Wars re...

The summer movie season has officially kicked off, and Luke and I are fresh out of an IMAX theater to break down the 13th theatrical release in Star Wars history: The Mandalorian and Grogu ! While Caleb is away taking care of some business, we (along with Mom) braved a 9:00 AM showing to see if this highly anticipated film could get Lucasfilm back on track. After I spent last week’s episode fighti...

Get ready for a family feud! On this episode of The ColbyCast , my sons Caleb, Luke, and I are ready to throw down over three massive new releases, and our opinions couldn't be further apart. First up is The Mandalorian & Grogu ! It hits theaters the exact day this episode drops, and I am super hyped to finally have Star Wars back on the big screen. Luke, however, dropped a bomb on me sayi...

One ping only! This week on The ColbyCast , we dive deep (pun intended!) into the 1990 submarine classic, The Hunt for Red October . After Caleb’s first choice, The Nice Guys , proved elusive on streaming platforms, he steered the pod toward a "Papa recommendation" that remains a hallmark of the techno-thriller genre. We discuss the film’s masterful pacing, its star-studded cast (includi...

In this episode, we cover the newly completed 10-episode animated series, Maul: Shadow Lord. From breaking down Nielsen’s massive 2025 viewership numbers to geeking out over the most intimidating version of SPOILER yet, we explore why Maul remains one of the most fascinating characters in the Star Wars galaxy. This is your place for community and conversation about pop culture and storytelling!

Ep. 262: A "Really Big Show" This week on The ColbyCast, we’re stepping on the giant piano keys and revisiting the 1988 classic, Big . Join us as we dive into the film that solidified Tom Hanks as a generational talent and explore why its message about holding onto childhood innocence still resonates today. This is your place for community and conversation about pop culture and storytell...