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Halloween is upon us, and if there's one thing we know, it's that Teebs is VERY opinionated about horror movies. So when he saw a list provided by Daniel Boyer at Collider , he just had to comment on it ... and he's bringing KidPhoenix on the ride for this discussion about Boyer's top 25 scariest movies list. ⁠Follow and subscribe to our YouTube page as well as our other social media pages⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It's October, so you know what that means: #halloween based content! Today, Teebs and KidPhoenix delve into #horror movie tropes, particularly the portrayal of children, and explore the cultural implications of suburban horror films in relation to historical events like White Flight. The conversation also touches on the evolution of horror films and what to expect in upcoming Halloween-themed cont...

Teebs and KidPhoenix are back for Series V! To start us off, we discuss what we did over the summer before kicking into high gear for the new season with a dive into what IP we're buying (have faith in/excited for), what we're selling (no faith/no hype) and what we're holding (ehhh... need to wait a bit longer). Several companies get their turn when their abbreviation comes across the ticker inclu...

(Leave it to Teebs and KidPhoenix to make a mockery of a holiday as important as Juneteenth.) This week's episode has a very simple premise. Let's take some of the whitest movies in the history of film, and make them Black. It's easy. It's hilarious (to them). It's the perfect way to celebrate Juneteenth -- or at least the perfect way for Teebs and KidPhoenix to celebrate it. Follow and subscribe...

Resident Evil. Super Mario Brothers. The Last of Us. The Legend of Zelda. Grand Theft Auto. Video games have brought gamers some of the most creative and immersive universes. But what happens if "Joe" or "Jane" Doe is thrust into any one of these. In this episode, Teebs and KidPhoenix explore these video game universes and which ones they would choose to live in. Follow and subscribe to our YouTub...

AI is here! KidPhoenix and Teebs discuss the evolving landscape of creativity and filmmaking in the age of artificial intelligence. The newest example is the partnership between Google AI and Darren Aronofsky to use AI tools for three films. Then there's a conversation of what KidPhoenix feels is a threat to journalistic integrity when it comes to film critiquing. Deadline reported that Lionsgate...

IT'S GRILLIN SZN! In another public service podcast, Teebs and KidPhoenix give you the do's and don'ts in preparation for both hosting or going to cookouts starting this weekend (since it is Memorial Day Weekend). Our special guest Woobie joins in the conversation. As a seasoned cookout professional, she serves as a nice check and balance for some of your hosts' nonsensical takes. Follow and subsc...

Imagination sparks your hosts this week. There are times where Teebs and KidPhoenix get ideas in their heads as far as content they'd like to pitch. The best way to figure out if these ideas are good or bad is for them to get those ideas out of their heads and into the Interweb to be thought about further or just plain laughed at. Today is the latest installment of that in a more formal format tha...

Happy Star Wars Day, boys and girls! This week, Teebs and KidPhoenix have a positive (POSITIVE!) discussion about the Star Wars franchise, starting with the prequel trilogy and its merits, including memorable characters and iconic moments. The Kathleen Kennedy era. Potential and hope for the future. The Last Jedi. Nothing but positivity! Follow and subscribe to our YouTube page as well as our othe...

"GAME OVER, MAN! IT'S GAME OVER!" Alien Day ... 4/26 ... is this Saturday, but since Teebs and KidPhoenix release episodes on Wednesdays, we have to talk about the "Alien" franchise, today. This time, Savanah Tiffany (friend of the podcast) joins as they are newly minted into the franchise. They've only been watching the films for a year or so culminating in watching Alien: Romulus last summer (an...

This month is filled with A LOT of streaming content! The Last of Us Season 2 and Daredevil, now. Andor Season 2 at the end of the month. What is it about this part of the calendar where streamers like Disney+ and Warner Discovery feel like they have to pump EVERYTHING out? Let's ask Teebs and KidPhoenix! They explore the current state of streaming services, discussing the peculiar patterns of con...

This week, Teebs and KidPhoenix are switching it up! (See what we did there?) Nintendo debuted the Switch 2 last week which sparked some discourse as far as pricing of the next Mario-based hardware. Is it worth the price point ($450/500 for the console; $80 for games)? We'll get into Nintendo's the value of portability and the quality assurance that comes with Nintendo games as high pros to the co...

It's the podcast after Wondercon! Wondercon is Teebs's "regular season" before the "playoffs" of San Diego Comic Con this summer, so he was out for a little time doing important things. However, nerdery keeps going in Teebs's absence, and KidPhoenix always makes it his duty to keep Teebs abreast on things that he may have missed. There's the Star Wars news centered around Kathleen Kennedy stepping...

It's MADNESS! Fictional basketball player madness! Teebs and KidPhoenix are joined by special guests Jonathan Brown and Michael Jones of the Best in the World Podcast. There have been a long list of basketball characters in film and TV, so in the spirit of March Madness, we're drafting teams built with those characters! Follow Jonesy and Brown via their webpage . ⁠Follow and subscribe to our YouTu...

It may finally happen in this podcast episode, KidPhoenix and Teebs may get cancelled -- despite Teebs's stout belief to the contrary. There has been a history of problematic representations and themes throughout film and television representation history, so let's look back at some things like the impact of black exploitation films, and the challenges of addressing controversial content in today'...

Before some of your favorite movies and TV shows become what they do on screen, they have to be written. With The Oscars and other awards behind us, Teebs and KidPhoenix delve into screenwriting. It just so happens that KidPhoenix has taken a screenwriting class recently as part of his "journey to better himself" as Teebs puts it. They discuss the various films and TV shows he watched for the clas...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE! Teebs and KidPhoenix take this week's podcast to reflect on the legacy of SNL, and how it has evolved with its vast stable of cast members. In the spirit of that celebration, your hosts create the ultimate SNL cast with various roles (including a musical guest) to produce a well-rounded, funny, and entertaining late night skit program. ⁠Follow and subscribe...

Let's review some ... opinions. Not facts because as much as the website wants us to believe it, Rotten Tomatoes is all opinion-based. This week, Teebs and Kid Phoenix get into movie reviews. Specifically, ones that fit a specific criteria on the review-aggregate website Rotten Tomatoes. Each host picks two (more in the future) films they frequent from the past that were found to get less than ste...

This is the episode! It's the episode of nerditry of the grandest scale! Today, Teebs and KidPhoenix are rolling Pathfinder characters on the podcast! They discuss character creation, including ancestry and class selection, while also exploring the differences between Pathfinder and D&D. Classes. Ancestries. Feats. Spells. Depending on their characters, they go through the entire gambit! The Y...

It's time to go where no person has gone before! Today, Teebs and KidPhoenix are joined by Kim and James of the "RebingeIt" podcast to delve into the latest Star Trek movie, 'Section 31', featuring Michelle Yeoh. They explore the film's production quality, character development, pacing, and the balance between humor and seriousness. The discussion also touches on the film's connection to the broad...

Don't let the title of this podcast fool you! This is not the discussion it would suggest. Instead, Teebs and KidPhoenix delve into the comic book world, focusing on Jeff Smith's 'Bone' and its impact on the industry via a web video essay on YouTube . They discuss the differences between graphic novels and single issues, the role of Scholastic in popularizing comics, and the contrasting approaches...

Today is an episode in duality! Teebs and KidPhoenix bring you the annual Love/Hate podcast headed into 2025. It's a simple premise. What do we love? Some stuff from the MCU and/or DC? What do we hate ... among other things ... the self-checkout lines, the changing social media landscape as TikTok potentially becomes banned and the changes to Meta ... and ... screenwriting classes, apparently ......

Today, we're diving into intriguing pop culture 'what if' scenarios, exploring alternative casting choices and directorial decisions in iconic films. Teebs and KidPhoenix discuss the potential impact of Darren Aronofsky directing a Batman film, the casting of Pulp Fiction, and the implications of Steven Spielberg directing a Bond movie. Were you aware of a James Cameron-directed Spider-Man movie?...

Oh, we weren't finished celebrating #movies from 1999! In Part 2, Teebs, KidPhoenix and special guest Vince Alvendia keep the party going. They discuss #officespace as a relatable commentary on corporate life, #themummy Brendan Fraser's potential as an action star, the groundbreaking nature of the first #southpark movie, and the chaotic yet authentic portrayal of football in #anygivensunday. Next,...

Happy Holidays to our listeners! The calendar has allowed for us to release an episode ON CHRISTMAS DAY! That said, Teebs and KidPhoenix would like to gift all of you a reflection on the year 1999 in film with a returning friend of the podcast ... Vince Alvendia! They start with diving into 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels' and 'The Blair Witch Project', exploring their impact on cinema and th...