Phoenix Rising Reacts

From Classic Monsters to Current Monsters the differences are significant. Ash & Lee sound off on the different ages and rank which ones are the scariest in their opinion!

Vampires have been around since Mesopotamia. From the earliest of myths to the cinematic stage, Ash & Lee discuss everything Vampire for this vampire week!

Could Zombies Happen? What have we learned from Zombie movies? What makes a Zombie? We question everything about Zombies, explore popular ideas, and even look at it scientifically. What makes a Zombie? Are we becoming a "Zombie" society? We'll explore this and more in this episode. Join us as we express our own thoughts on the subject.

After watching several recommended foreign movie trailers, Lee & Ash ask the question... Why do Foreign films have more of a pull to them than Hollywood movies? They're raw, gritty, with better acting. What has squashed Hollywood's magic and has now made Foreign films appear more enticing?

Lee & Ash dive into the magic behind movie special effects from the practical tricks that defined early cinema to the digital wizardry shaping today’s blockbusters. They break down how Special Effects evolved, why certain eras still feel more “real,” and what the future might look like as CGI, AI tools, and practical effects collide. Expect nostalgic throwbacks, passionate debates, surprising...

Lee & Ash dive headfirst into the wild world of movie sequels — the legendary follow‑ups that outshine the originals, and the catastrophic ones that make you wonder who approved the script. From iconic second installments that became instant classics to the sequels that derailed entire franchises, they break down what makes a continuation work, why some fail spectacularly, and which films dese...

The multiverse is more than a Marvel gimmick. It might explain the weirdest moments of your own life. Lee and Ash jump into the rabbit hole of alternate realities, Mandela effects, and those impossible little glitches that make you question what really happened. From Marvel’s endless crossover machine to Sliders , Dark City , The Matrix , and Deadpool vs. Wolverine , they connect the pop-culture o...

Lee & Ash dive deep into one of the biggest debates in modern entertainment — streaming media vs physical media. With studios quietly editing films, removing scenes, and even pulling titles from platforms entirely, the conversation around digital ownership has never been more important. In this episode, they break down the pros and cons of both formats, explore the growing concern over censors...

Lee & Ash dive into one of the biggest debates in movie culture. Why award‑winning films and fan‑favorite films rarely line up. From Academy Award darlings to blockbuster crowd‑pleasers, they break down what critics value, what audiences actually want, and the surprising movies that bridge the gap. Expect passionate takes, laughs, and a few spicy opinions as they explore whether the “best” mov...

In this episode, we are opening up to you all about how we met, the 3 things necessary for a concrete relationship, and how our love led to becoming a movie family with all of YOU!

A deep dive into the career of Michael Biehn — from The Terminator and Aliens to his cult‑favorite roles that shaped sci‑fi and action cinema. We celebrate his intensity, legacy, and why he remains one of Hollywood’s most brilliant unsung actors.

In this episode of Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast , we dive deep into Hollywood’s never‑ending obsession with remakes — the good ones, the bad ones, the baffling ones, and the sacred classics that should never be touched. We break down: Remakes that actually elevate the original Remakes that completely miss the point Movies that should’ve been left alone forever Why studios keep returning to t...

This week on Lee & Ash’s Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast , we’re pulling back the curtain on how our channel actually works from the early days filming on a basic camera to upgrading our workflow with Riverside.com . We also finally explain the five seconds on / five seconds off method we use in our YouTube reactions. Why we do it, how it protects our content, and why it’s become a core part of...

John Williams didn’t just compose film scores — he shaped the emotional language of modern cinema. In this episode, Ash & Lee dive into the extraordinary career of the legendary maestro behind Star Wars , Jurassic Park , Indiana Jones , Harry Potter , Jaws , E.T. , and so many more iconic themes that defined generations. We explore his musical style, his collaborations with Spielberg and Lucas...

Dive into our Summer Movie episode where we talk blockbusters, comfort rewatches, hidden gems, and all the wild tangents our brains insisted on taking. From nostalgic favorites to “how did this even get made” moments, we’re unpacking the films that define summer for us — plus a few unexpected rabbit trails because… it’s us. If you love movies, creator chatter, and a podcast that feels like hanging...

On this episode of the Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast, Lee (Gen X), Ash (Millennial), and special guest Zane (Gen Z) share the movies that left the biggest impact on them. Rather than debating, we look at how different generations connect to similar stories — and how great films bridge the gap between eras. It’s a thoughtful, relaxed conversation for anyone who loves cinema and the memories tied to...

In this episode of Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast, we dive into the legendary world of filmmaker John Carpenter — the man who reshaped horror, sci‑fi, and genre filmmaking with nothing but grit, vision, and a synthesizer that could raise the dead. We break down: Carpenter’s unmistakable filmmaking style Why Halloween , The Thing , and They Live still hold up His influence on modern directors,...

In this first episode, we’re kicking things off by sharing who we are, how we got here, and why movies mean so much to us. We talk about the films that shaped our childhoods, the art that inspires us, and the moments that made us say, “Yeah… we should definitely start a reaction channel.” This is the story behind Phoenix Rising Reacts — the passion, the chaos, the creativity, and the love of movie...