Media Boat Podcast

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start by talking about Tidal's anti-AI music stance. Next, the video game industry continues its downhill slide with devastating news from Xbox and PlayStation. Later, Comcast prepares to spin off NBC Universal. We wrap it all up with Sony pulling a fast one on people who downloaded movies for their consoles. We also have thoughts on Toy Sto...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on Carly Rae Jepsen, Olivia Rodrigo, and Phoebe Bridgers. Next, its video game pricing bits featuring Steam Machine, Xbox, and GTA VI. Later, Peppa Pig voice actors are fighting against the use of AI in their contracts. We wrap it all up with a Stanley Kubrick collection courtesy of Criterion. We also have thoughts on T...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Eminem going to court with Meta. Next, Don't Nod is in financial trouble. Later, Fox is looking to purchase Roku. We wrap it all up with the NO FAKES Act. We also have thoughts on Duskfade, The Amazing Digital Circus, 100 Cooks, and How to Make A Killing. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with concert announcements from Phoebe Bridgers and Charli XCX. Next, we continue Summer Games Fest with Xbox and Nintendo. Later, the fate of Doctor Who is up in the air. We wrap it all up with news about 24 Jump Street. We also have thoughts on Olivia Rodrigo, Midland, Outlast, and Hoppers. All this and more on this weeks episode of...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Alan Jackson's farewell concert special. Next, its Summer Game Fest with the next God of War game and the Final Fantasy VII name reveal. Later, executive chairman Reed Hastings has departed Netflix. We wrap it all up with the success of Backrooms for studio A24. We also have thoughts on The Red Clay Strays, MLB The Show Mobile, Th...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Freedom 250 losing 5 headliners in 2 days. Next, we have gaming bits on Microsoft, Valve, and Epic Games. Later, we discuss Hacks getting a physical release. We wrap it all up with Obsession director Curry Barker getting the attention of Hollywood. We also have thoughts on Hacks and Josh Johnson. All this and more on this weeks ep...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Ed Sheeran entering free agency as he leaves Warner Music. Next, Bungie has announced it will release the final Destiny 2 update next month as the company shifts focus to other games. Later, it's TV bits on Eurovision winner, Survivor Greece incident, and the newest series from FX. We wrap it all up with Movie bits on Quinta Bruns...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the 25 newly enshrined songs, albums, and audio recordings being added to the National Recording Registry. Next, Xbox has 2 new controllers coming out soon. Later, The Stormlight Archive and The Empyerium have been green-lit to streaming. We wrap it all up with Amazon MGM Studios have begun their search for the next James Bond. We...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Charli XCX making a rock song. Next, we have Nintendo Bits on a retirement, a price hike, and a Star Fox. Later, we look at some of the final guests to appear on The Late Show as it will be ending very soon. We wrap it all up with Monkeypaw Productions downsizing. We also have thoughts on Foo Fighters, Jason Aldean, and Kacey Musg...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Ariana Grande announcing her next studio album. Next, PlayStation had an update this past week. Later, The White Lotus sees one of it's big stars exit. We wrap it all up with Battlefield becoming a movie. We also have thoughts on Coachella, Stagecoach, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. All this and more on this weeks episode o...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Drake announcing his next album Iceman in the most unusual way. Next, Xbox is changing the price of Game Pass Ultimate while also removing Call of Duty from the service. Later, WBD shareholders approve of the $111B deal from Paramount Skydance. We wrap it all up with the star of Project Hail Mary getting a posssible Oscar nominati...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on D4vD, Kacey Musgraves, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Next, we celebrate the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards winners. Later, the upcoming Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender movie seems to have leaked online, ahead of it's October release date. We wrap it all up with all the new trailers and announcements from Cin...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Wireless Festival being cancelled after their headliner turned out to be Kanye West. Next, YOU have a change to be in Gran Turismo 7 through the latest PlayStation contest. Later, we look at the foreign investments being pumped into media companies. We wrap it all up with mass layoffs at Disney, Sony, and Bad Robot. We also have t...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Olivia Rodrigo announcing her 3rd album titled "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love" coming out in June. Next, we have an update on the Pokémon patent application. Later, The Pitt is coming to an Alamo Drafthouse theater near you. Later, we take a look at the upcoming Mario Galaxy weekend numbers. We also have thoughts on Ma...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Cox Communications winning a case in the Supreme Court. Next, epic layoffs are happening at Epic Games. Later, Netflix has $2B from Paramount and wants more from you. We wrap it all up with the death of Sora. We also have thoughts on Snail Mail, SNL U.K., and Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice. All this and more on this weeks...

Welcome to a special episode of the Media Boat Podcast. It's time for brackets and we are pitting the different mainline Pokémon games against each other to find the best Pokémon entry that Game Freak has ever created. We have bracketed out the 16 entries as they vie for title of Pokémon Game Champion. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a walk down memory lane as we deep dive into Pokémon history. 

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Olivia Rodrigo preparing for her 3rd album, while Lorde breaks free from UMG. Next, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has deflected widespread criticism of DLSS 5. Later, Nathan Fillion has announced a Firefly animated series is in the works. We wrap it all up with the winners of the 98th Academy Award show. We also have thoughts on Luke Co...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the Academy Awards and our Oscar picks. Next, we take a look at YouTube ad revenue compared to Hollywood's streaming services. Later, Live Nation turns into Lie Nation as court documents reveal dirty tactics. We wrap it all up with another round of EA layoffs, but this one is directed at the Battlefield teams. We also have thought...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Harry Styles' new album coming complete with a concert film for Netflix this Sunday. Next, we have a look at Xbox's next gen console titled Project Helix and PlayStation sticks with single player experiences. Later, an Garfield animated cartoon is coming soon with Lamorne Morris as the lasagna loving cat. We warp it all up with Be...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees with 10 appearing on the ballot for the first time. Next, we celebrate Pokémon Day by breaking down all the news from todays announcement. Later, Paramount is buying out Netflix's break up fee to secure the Warner Bros. Discovery deal. We wrap it all up with BAFTA winners and controversy. We als...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a surprise U2 release, their first in almost a decade. Next, head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, announces retirement, while PlayStation closes Bluepoint Games. Later, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has eyes for Stephen Colbert this week. We wrap it all up with WGA Staff Union calling for a work stoppage, just weeks before the WGA is set to be...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with trouble at the Wasserman Agency as their CEO was caught in the Epstein files, leading to talent departing. Next, PlayStation had their State of Play and we look at new God of War and a sequel to Kena. Later, we show you how to watch the upcoming MLB season through MLB.tv. We wrap it all up with the winners of the DGA and look ahea...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Grammy winners and bonkers performances. Next, we have video game bits about Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft, and Pokémon. Later, SAG-AFTRA prepares for the negotiation table, armed to fight against AI and for streaming residuals. We wrap it all up with the announcement of the next Disney CEO. We also have thoughts on Ratboys, The Muppe...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bruce Springsteen releasing new music intended to ICE out the competition, and we give our predictions on the upcoming Grammy's. Next, Dispatch developer AdHoc Studio had to dispel the censorship narrative over its Nintendo Switch versions. Later, the story continues with Dragon Ball 40 announcements on 2 new anime shows and 2 upc...

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Oscar nominations and the 10 films vying for Best Picture. Next, we take a look at the reduction of shows over the past 3 years. Later, its gaming bits with Xbox, Ubisoft, and Square Enix. We wrap it all up with this years inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. We also have thoughts on Avatar Fire & Ash, Bugonia,  Agatha...