Modern Escapism

This week we're talking about happy endings. No, not that kind, you filthy bugger. No, we're talking about films, TV and games that ended in a way that made us smile. Big spoilers ahead. Before that, we discussed: Final Fantasy XVI Demo The Full Monty Black Mirror Black Hawk Down ASUS RoG Ally CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Disc...

We continue the good vibes of positivity month by putting together a list of the absolute best feel good films you can watch. It's a glorious list. Before all that, we had a deep dive on the Summer Games Fest and Xbox Showcase reveals from this week. CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out our other podcas...

You’re a wizard Kenny Kenny Potter: Expecto Patreonum! is finally here. Throughout this new series, Oodles (Kenny) who has never seen a Harry Potter film, or read any of the books will finally delve into the Wizarding World where he will watch the films for the first time and discuss with Stig & Candy, two long term fans. Up first, 2001’s The Philosopher's Stone. Episode one is FREE for all, b...

It's POSITIVITY month! And we're brimming with elation as we bring a patreon requested episode to you this week, talking about media that has absolutely, positively lived up to the hype. It's a big love in. Before all that, we discussed: Spider-Man: Across The Spider-verse System Shock (remake) XCOM Legends Street Fighter 6 Guy Ritchie's The Covenant CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating...

We're closing off Non-fiction month with us all venturing into the Dragon's Den. We'll be pitching our best business ideas and inventions and seeing who has the makings of a business titan. WARNING: Don't listen to Biggie's pitch whilst driving. I mean it. Before all that, we discussed: Freaky SGDQ The Little Mermaid (2023) Air All The Right Movies CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating B...

This week we're talking about the factual rabbit holes we fall into when we get into a rhythm on YouTube Before all that, we discussed: Star Citizen The Pope's Exorcist From Beyond Better Call Saul Fast X CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out our other podcasts: https://shows.acast.com/scorchedsheep http...

This week we're talking about our favourite films that were based on true stories. The truth is there Please fill in our listener feedback survey if you have a moment, it won't take long and it helps us make a better show: https://forms.gle/1gtJ69GzBb6FAiAC8 Before all that, we discussed: The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Eurovision 2023 Antimatter Blues by Edward Ashton PGA: Road To The M...

This week we're talking about things that changed the world in media or tech. Big releases, huge announcements, the things that changed media and entertainment for the better. We were also joined by the lovely Rob Jones from the Records & Bands podcast. Before all that we discussed: SILO Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol.3 Redfall Ghosted Goldenye 007 Check out Rob's podcast:  Records and Bands – Th...

It's a new month so that means a new theme, NON FICTION! This week we're talking about the best documentaries everyone should see. But before all that, we discuss: Yakuza: Like A Dragon Street Fighter 6 The Platform Star Wars: Jedi Survivor Scream VI CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out our other podcas...

Regrets, we've had a few! And this week we're talking about them. In detail. The tech or media we've bought into that we've regretted instantly. But before all that we discussed: Evil Dead Rises Divinity: Original Sin Brute Force by Scott Meyer Renfield The Orville CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out o...

Sometimes things go on too long. Like TV shows, movie franchises and podcasts. This week we're taking aim at franchises that should have died a long, long time ago. It's cathartic. But before all that we talked about:  Shareware Heroes by Richard Moss Half-Life 2 Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Hogwarts Legacy The Super Mario Bros. Movie CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating...

Don't be scared, but we're going there. To the darkest depths... of our purchase histories. Yes, we're talking about our dreaded backlogs, the books, films and games we've bought but never gotten round to. Humble Bundles have a lot to answer for. Before all that, we discussed: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Succession Season 1 Dragon Quest XI (again) Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil In Me CONTACT U...

It's Death & Taxes month and this week we're talking about our favourite, worst or most impactful deaths in media.  But before all that we discussed: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves John Wick: Chapter 4 Crime & Punishment Tetris CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out our other podcasts...

It's the big one. To cap off awards month we're doing the inadvisable, downright reckless, BEST MOVIE WINNER KNOCKOUT! We've all picked two movies that have won best picture at the Oscars and we're pitting them head to head to find out the greatest of all time. And as Candy isn't around this week we've roped in our bestest podcasting buddy Planty, from 100 Things We Learned From Films. Go check hi...

It's the Patreon's choice this week and they've unleashed us, as we're hosting the Modern Escapism Golden Razzies. Yes, we're getting it off our chests and ranting about the stuff we think is utter crap. It feels good Before all that, we discussed: Jeff Wayne's War Of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience Physical 100 Ice Spiders (really, Candy?) Star Trek: Picard Season 3 The Last Of Us Part II Ga...

Gadget, Oodles, Candy and Biggie take the time to discuss the last part of this phenomenal series. In this podcast we discuss episodes 7, 8 and 9 - 'Left Behind', 'When We Are In Need' and 'Look For The Light'. We also give our overall views of the show and speculate a little on what they would do next (without spoilers for the second game). No game spoilers beyond what we’ve seen in the show are...

This week we're talking about those who were robbed of prestige, had victory snatched from them and who were overlooked for the biggest awards. Yes, it's the decisions awards bodies got wrong, and who we think should have got them. But before all that, we discussed: Pamela, A Love Story Iron Widow Unforgotten CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitte...

It's the most glittering event of the year as we come together to hand out another load of Biggies to those who've been overlooked and are deserving of a Golden Biggie. It's chaos. Before all that, though, we discuss: Studio 666 Blasphemous The Consultant The Oscars 2023 Best Pictures Alan Partridge: Strategem CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitt...

This week, we've got some of the lowest rated Romcoms on Rotten Tomatoes to go over. None of us have had a good week. But before that, we discussed: Atomic Heart Edge Of Allegoria The Whale All Quiet On The Western Front We Have A Ghost CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitter Instagram Discord Twitch TikTok Check out our other podcasts: https://sh...

It's that time of year! Awards season is upon us and we're doing The Biggies again LIVE! Join us at twitch.tv/modernescapism on Friday 3rd of March at 8pm GMT for fun, awards and costume changes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gadget, Oodles and Stig are back for the 2nd part of our spoiler specials on The Last of Us TV show. In this podcast we discuss episodes 4, 5 & 6 - 'Please Hold My Hand', 'Endure and Survive' and 'Kin' No game spoilers beyond what we’ve seen in the show are discussed, so if you haven’t played the game and are following along only through the TV show then this podcast is safe to listen to. If y...

This week we're all looking for love in all the wrong places. The problem is, we've all written EACH OTHER'S Tinder profiles. Thanks to the Patrons for picking this hilarious topic. But before all that, we discuss: Hello Tomorrow Marcel The Shell With Shoes On DOOM Eternal Frankenstein's Monster's Monster, Frankenstein Garden Of Words CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podca...

With Phase 5 of the MCU just kicking off Oodles and Stig decided to jump on the mics and do a wrap-up of Phase 4 and talk about the films and shows they haven't already covered with other specials. They go over all the films & TV shows, delve into the highs and lows....and there were a lot of lows, then wrap it all off with a preview of Phase 5. Please keep in mind, this spoils EVERYTHING in P...

Love is in the air as this week we're talking about our favourite couples in media. Plus, we have the utter, unabashed Chaos of Biggies Love Letters. You're not ready for that. Trust us. But before all that, we discussed: Hogwarts Legacy Harley Quinn & The Joker: Sound Mind The Backrooms Back 4 Blood Claw CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are creating Brilliant Podcasts | Patreon Email Twitte...

It's LOVE month! And we're kicking things off by remaking existing films as Romantic comedies. We have to keep the cast, crew and title the same, but turn the story into something romantic and funny. We're not very good at this. Before all that, we discussed: Babylon Madoff: Monster Of Wall Street Powerwashing Simulator The Division 2 A Knock At The Cabin CONTACT US Website Modern Escapism are cre...