Reel Therapy

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In episode 253 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon unearth (get it?) the sophomore and junior episodes of Alien: Earth on Hulu. They discuss the dynamic between Wendy and Hermit, the new cast of alien creatures and the incredible performance by Timothy Olyphant. TABLE OF CONTENTS -- 00:00:00 - About the Episode 00:00:37 - Greetings 00:02:13 - Alien: Earth - Episodes 2 - 3  00:...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In the season premiere breakdown of Alien: Earth, Daniel and Donavon dive deep into Noah Hawley’s masterful storytelling and meticulous world-building. From the show’s gripping atmosphere to its fresh take on the Alien mythos, they explore what makes this debut so compelling—and debate whether the franchise is truly “back” in the cultural spotlight. TABLE OF CONTENTS -- 00:00:...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In episode 251 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon suit up for a deep dive into "The Fantastic Four: The First Steps". From cosmic rays to clobberin’ time, they break down the film’s highs, lows, and everything in between. Was this the right first step for Marvel’s First Family, or did it trip before the starting line? Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and maybe a littl...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In Episode 250 of Reel Therapy , Daniel and Donavon are joined by UCA Professor of Film, Dr. Bruce Hutchinson, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s JAWS . Together, they break down the film’s masterful script structure, Spielberg’s bold direction, the iconic cinematography, editing, and that unforgettable John Williams score. It’s a deep dive into how JAWS r...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In this action-packed episode of Reel Therapy, Donavon and Daniel sit down with fight coordinator and stunt performer Caleb Spillyards to talk all things movement, movies, and mayhem. From his early journey into filmmaking to throwing punches in some of Hollywood’s biggest productions like Ballerina and Marvel’s Thunderbolts*, Caleb shares what it takes to craft unforgettable...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In episode 248 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dive deep into James Gunn’s highly anticipated film, "Superman". They break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this was the right start to the newly minted DCU. This is a spoiler-filled review, so if you haven’t seen the movie yet — proceed with caution! Whether you loved it, hated it, or are still processing...

ABOUT THE EPISODE -- In episode 247 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dig into the first three episodes of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+. They break down the show's characters, their dialogue, initial plot choices and why Marvel Studios has been so quiet about their new show. TABLE OF CONTENTS -- 00:00:00 - About the Episode 00:00:40 - Greetings 00:01:45 - Ironheart - Episodes 1 - 3 00:40:5...

ABOUT THE EPISODE — In episode 246 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dive into their most anticipated movies, shows, and games still to come in 2025. From massive franchise returns to long-awaited adaptations, they break down what has them most excited — and why. Highlights include Season 2 of Fallout, Metal Gear Solid: Delta, and James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film. Whether you’re into storytel...

ABOUT THE EPISODE — In episode 245 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon are joined by filmmaker Alexander Jefferey to talk all things Andor Season 2.From its grounded storytelling to its genre-defying tone, the conversation explores how the show continues to challenge what Star Wars can be — and whether we'll ever get something this bold again. We dig into how Andor reshapes the legacy of Rogu...

In episode 244 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon are joined by filmmaker Jason Miller to talk all things Season 2 of HBO’s The Last of Us. From casting choices to narrative structure, we dive into the online discourse surrounding the show’s direction and whether sticking closely to the video game’s story will help or hurt its impact. Expect thoughtful debate, creative insights, and a few hot tak...

In episode 243 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon dive into Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts — exploring where it fits in the broader MCU, how it handles themes of trauma and redemption, and what the film says about mental health in today’s culture. They also take a step back to examine Hollywood’s responsibility in telling stories about mental health, and how films like Thunderbolts can either...

In Episode 242 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon are joined by UCA Professor of Film, Dr. Bruce Hutchinson, to break down Brian De Palma’s 1996 classic “Mission: Impossible”. From script structure to storytelling choices, we dive into the film’s unique six-sequence, three-act structure, its approach to delivering information to the audience, and that messy love triangle subplot. It’s a deep, ner...

We have finally fulfilled our DESTINY. Episode 241 of Podcast 241 is finally here! And we're going out with STYLE. Yes, the last episode of Podcast 241 is upon us and there is no better way to go out than with our good friend and colleague, Dr. Bruce Hutchinson. In this series finale, we discuss "Back to the Future" from director Robert Zemeckis. Starring Michael J. Fox and Christop...

The king has RETURNED. "Andor" is BACK and on the eve of the final batch of episodes, Dan and Don review the season so far and get down into the nitty gritty details.  As we all know, "Andor" leads into the (only?) beloved Disney Star Wars film, "Rogue One" and show runner Tony Gilroy is at the helm of Cassian Andor's rebellious journey. SPOILER ALERT -- we LOVE...

Dan and Don return to Podcast 241 to discuss the newest Apple TV darling, "The Studio" by Seth Rogan. The show follows Rogan as a studio executive who is caught between the corporate world of Hollywood and his desire to make quality films. The 241 team discuss the first half of the season as well as dig into the actual state of Hollywood including -- dun dun dun -- artificial intelligenc...

The 241 team has RETURNED to discuss the freshman season of "Daredevil: Born Again". Did the finale stick the landing? Were the reshoots noticeable? Are we still looking forward to season two? Is the MCU born again? That PLUS we discuss the release of the OFFICIAL trailer for Marvel's Summer outing, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps". All that and more in this exciting epis...

We’ve seen all the episodes of “Daredevil: Born Again” EXCEPT the finale. So, you guess it, we’ve decided to give our penultimate thoughts leading into what we’re hoping is an explosive finale. That plus we’re talking about that Cinemacon extended sneak peak of “Superman”. All that and more in this exciting episode of Podcast 241! Click the link, give us a LIKE and a SUBSCRIBE and find out our tho...

Season two of Apple TV's "Severance" has finally come to an end and we're here to ask the age old question, "Was it any good?". That's right, the 241 team is here to break down the season with more theories, critiques, love and pain points. So click the link, give us a LIKE and a SUBSCRIBE and find out our thoughts on all things Star Wars, DC, Marvel and MORE!. S...

Amazon Prime's season three of "Invincible" has finished and the 241 team have THOUGHTS. Does the season end on a high note? Or does it leave something to be desired? All that PLUS Donavon has a revelation about the show! And to round off the episode, Dan and Don talk about episode four of the Disney+ hit, "Daredevil: Born Again". All that and more in this episode of Podca...

The team at 241 have finally watched Marvel Studios' latest feature film, "Captain America: Brave New World". What did we think about it? Did the reshoots help or hurt the final product? The Leader, Red Hulk and Sam Wilson as the "Star-Spangled Man With a Plan" -- we discuss it ALL. Also, we dive into episode three of "Daredevil: Born Again". All that and more in...

You read that right -- The best MCU show ever made? Maybe, maybe not -- but Dan and Don have returned to Podcast 241 to breakdown the Devil of Hell's Kitchen's newest REQUEL, "Daredevil: Born Again". Does it capture and expand upon the magic of what made the original Netflix show so beloved, or has it joined the recent pantheon of other Marvel properties as "mid". All...

Another few months, another Marvel Studios property graces our screens -- and THIS TIME, Kevin Feige and Co. have brought us a retelling of our favorite web-slinging hero. Taking inspiration from Tom Holland's tenure as the character, "Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man" brings a fresh spin on an old classic and the 241 team have THOUGHTS. That PLUS Daniel and Donavon talk about the m...

Like many of our favorite shows, Amazon Prime's "Invincible" has returned in 2025 and Dan and Don have THOUGHTS! That plus we talk a little bit about our predictions for the Marvel Studios slate and that awesome "Thunderbolts*" trailer! All that and more in this episode of Podcast 241! Click the link, give us a LIKE and a SUBSCRIBE and find out our thoughts on all things S...

As 2025 starts to find its groove, all of our favorite shows are starting to come back. And no better show to talk about than senior season of Apple TV's "Mythic Quest". The 241 gang break down the first three episodes of Rob McElhenney's show about the video game industry and also carve out some time to talk about another Apple TV hit, "Severance". The goat room, rei...

After almost three years, the smash hit "Severance" from Apple TV has returned for a sophomore season to give us some more mind-bendy questions and answers for our innies and outies. And guess what? The 241 team has THOUGHTS. That's right, Daniel and Donavon break down potential theories and also talk about WHY you should be watching this show! Click the link, give us a LIKE and a S...