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On this week’s episode, Disney steals the spotlight with a massive one-two punch: the long-awaited announcement of The Simpsons Movie 2 and the debut trailer for Zootopia 2, featuring a wild Shakira/Ed Sheeran team-up, while Warner Bros. rides Superman’s record-breaking streaming success and Paramount stirs buzz with A Quiet Place Part III and a Raymond reunion. Plus, Fox revives Doc, Tarantino fi...

On this week's episode Disney’s roller-coaster week leads the headlines with streaming price hikes, record-breaking Jimmy Kimmel ratings, and a first look at The Mandalorian & Grogu. But that’s just the start! Then the guys dive deep into Warner Bros. sharpening its Weapons for awards season while Superman dominates HBO Max, Universal turning Oz gold with Wicked: For Good, and Sony stirrin...

The summer box office is officially in the books, and it wasn’t exactly the blockbuster season Hollywood was hoping for. On this week’s episode of Inside The Crazy Ant Farm, the guys are breaking down Labor Day weekend numbers, the overall state of the industry, and what it’s really going to take to bring audiences back to theaters. Joining us at the mic this week is our ITCAF social media intern...

Our special guest this week, acclaimed cinematographer, director, and screenwriter Steven Bernstein, ASC, DGA, WGA, joins us to chat all about how he first got started in the industry and the journey that led him to a career packed with incredible stories. Steven takes us behind the scenes of working on films like the Oscar-winning Monster and comedy hit The Waterboy, while also sharing insights i...

On this episode of ITCAF the guys are breaking down the bold moves that could reshape the industry, from Disney’s chasing of Gen Z males, Marvel’s ditching Georgia, the new Spider-Man’s major casting addition, Bruce Springsteen hitting AFI Fest, the Beatles’ massive Anthology revival, Warner Bros.’ new release date for Cat in the Hat, Nicolas Cage stepping into True Detective, and the Duffers maki...

From the summit of the Paramount mountain to the depths of Hollywood’s biggest headlines, ITCAF is climbing higher than ever this week. The guys are diving straight into the Paramount/Skydance merger as David Ellison officially takes the reins, laying out a bold plan to restore the studio to its former glory. With Top Gun 3 soaring high on the priority list, and revivals of Star Trek, Transformers...

Buckle up, Crazy Ants! This week’s episode of ITCAF is an absolute pop-culture rollercoaster that’s breaking more headlines than a Marvel post-credits scene! Logan and Dustin kick things off with breaking SAG-AFTRA news! Fran Drescher is out, Sean Astin is in the race, and the union is gearing up for another showdown with the AMPTP. Streaming residuals, AI protections, health benefits; it’s about...

Buckle up, Crazy Ant Nation, this week’s episode of Inside The Crazy Ant Farm is an absolute banger! We’re diving headfirst into the wild world of the 2025 box office thus far, and July was a certified monster! Which films crushed expectations? Which ones fizzled? We’ve got the numbers, the surprises, and the industry buzz you need to hear. Plus, the stakes are HIGH as we check in on the first ann...

This week on ITCAF, Dustin and Logan open with a moment of reflection on the recent losses of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, and Hulk Hogan; three cultural icons whose legacies left a lasting mark on entertainment and music. We share our thoughts on their impact and what they meant to us growing up. Then the guys shift gears and dive deep into the recent Kevin Feige interview that has everyo...

This week on ITCAF we’re breaking down this year’s Emmy nominations; the snubs, the surprises, and the shows that should have made the cut. Is broadcast TV on life support, or is there still hope for the big networks? We dive deep into the future of network television and what it means for creators and audiences alike. Plus, we tackle the shock cancellation of CBS’ The Late Show; what really happe...

Three hundred episodes! Hundreds of hours. Countless stories. And this week, we’re celebrating the milestone by suiting up for one hell of a SUPER show. First up, we share our thoughts on James Gunn’s new Superman film and what it means for DCU’s future. Then we’re throwing it back, way back to where Inside The Crazy Ant Farm began. From the first mic check to our breakthrough moments, the battles...

This week on ITCAF we're closing out June with another jam-packed episode! Hollywood’s going full throttle, and Dustin and Logan have everything you need to know about Disney’s newly announced Lilo & Stitch sequel, the final trailer for Marvel’s Fantastic Four blast-off with Galactus, and Matt Reeves finishing The Batman Part II script at last. FX wants to resurrect Young Frankenstein, and...

On this week's episode the guys are tackling a major question facing Hollywood today: Is it better to create more content or better content? Join them as they explore the creative and commercial tug-of-war playing out in the industry, examining how studios, streamers, and creators are trying to balance art with output. Plus, we're joined by very special guest, Gralen Bryant Banks from the...

This week on ITCAF, the guys dive headfirst into a Hollywood shake-up of epic proportions. First up, Lilo & Stitch is crushing it at the box office, but what does its success mean for the future of live-action remakes? Are the Mouse House's re-imaginings finally back in the game? Then, the indie underdog Sinners keeps racking up cash and breaking expectations, proving that original content...

She’s back, and better than ever! We recently welcomed back the radiant and multi-talented Rhiannon Fish for her second appearance on the podcast, and trust us, it’s a conversation you won’t want to miss. We catch up on everything she’s been up to since her last visit, including her heartwarming performance in Polar Opposites and a sneak peek at her upcoming Hallmark adventure, A Machu Picchu Prop...

It's Memorial Day weekend and the Box-Office is set to break records!! Dustin and Logan have the huge starting numbers for Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" and Paramount's "Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning and what it means for theaters. They then discuss announced delays for Marvel's upcoming "Avengers" films, the latest lawsuit facing James Gunn's "Superman", the latest trailer for Universal's...

On episode 294, Gabrielle Walsh returned to ITCAF for an unforgettable interview that cuts deeper than ever before. In her second appearance, Gabrielle opens up about everything that’s happened since we last spoke; her evolving career, her standout role in the critically praised series Found, and the emotional weight of telling stories that matter. We talk about the show’s impact, what it represen...

Big trailers dropped and so did our jaws. Dustin & Logan are back after a short break and jumping right into their first impressions of the brand-new  Superman  and  Ironheart  trailers. From DC's fresh start to Marvel's next big swing, they're breaking it all down. Then it’s on to the latest industry shakeups, from MAX retreating to its HBO Max branding, to the bloodbath of series...

In this amazing interview, Dustin and Logan sit down with actor Bill Kelly, from NBC’s hit series Found. Bill shares his unique journey into the entertainment industry, his thoughts on how the industry has changed since he began, and how he balances his career with his home life. We also dive into the importance of money & finances and his sound advice for anybody working the industry. Of cour...

This week on ITCAF Dustin and Logan are taking a look at the projected early Box-Office numbers for Memorial Day weekend and what it could mean for the Summer season. They then discuss the strong start for Marvel's latest film, Thunderbolts*, the cancellation of DC's Sgt. Rock film, Universal's planned big-screen reboot of Miami Vice, the re-teaming of Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock for an upcomi...

In this exciting interview, Dustin and Logan sit down with the incredibly talented Anisa Nyell Johnson, from NBC’s hit series Found. Anisa shares her inspiring journey into the entertainment industry, her bold move to Atlanta to pursue her dreams, and how she strikes a balance between her thriving career and personal life. We also dive into important conversations about mental health and its impac...

This week on ITCAF we're closing out April with another jam-packed episode! Dustin and Logan are previewing what could be a huge box office weekend with Disney’s  Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith  back on the big screen and Warner Bros. Sinners  showing no signs of slowing down! They then tell you everything you need to know about Hayden Christensen officially announcing his return for  Ahsoka , the...

Strap in, because this week on Inside The Crazy Ant Farm, we’re going full throttle! Dustin and Logan are breaking down all the biggest entertainment headlines starting with the jaw-dropping reveals out of Lucasfilm’s Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo. New titles, new footage, and new questions about where the galaxy far, far away is headed. Then, BOOM!, the guys react to the new official trailer dro...

Our special guest this week is acting coach Gina Simms, who shares her unique journey into the entertainment industry, from her early days in broadcasting, to taking the leap into  acting , to navigating the fast-paced world of talent representation, and finally, finding her true passion as a mentor and coach for aspiring actors. She also brings the laughs with a couple of hilarious behind-the-sce...

Our special guests on ep. 290, are the powerhouse filmmaking duo of Ally Musmeci & Ginnie House, who are on a mission to shake up the industry with fresh, dynamic storytelling that fills the creative void audiences have been craving. Ally and Ginnie dive into how their collaborative journey began, the moment they knew they wanted to tell stories together, and how their passion for bold narrati...