Peak of Fiction Podcast

Lucy MacLean, it's time to lock in. Supa O and BaitZaDust breakdown the second episode of Amazon's Fallout Season 2. Supa O, a complete newbie to the series gets a crash course from BaitZaDust in 3 decades of Fallout Lore to understand every easter egg, reference, and faction the show throws at us. We talk Caesar's Legion, Brotherhood of Steel, Zetans and China while struggling to acce...

A liitle late to the party, but still ready to get down. Supa O and BaitZaDust breakdown the premiere episode of Amazon's Fallout Season 2. Supa O, a complete newbie to the series gets a fast track education in the intricate lore of Fallout New Vegas to understand just whats happening in season 2. We talks Vaults, Ghouls, Caesar's Legion and Super Mutants while pondering on whether Amazon&...

Garbage Month kicks off with a bang as BaitZaDust, Grey the Samurai, Beto and Supa O breakdown the surprisingly popular Webtoon thriller: #Killstagram. We talk about the incoherent plot, terrible mishandling of every possible trigger and insanely transphobic narrative twist. Are Korean police really that bad? Do 7 ft tall mutants deserve love? And how far would YOU go for revenge? Find out all thi...

Its been an amazing year. What started as a crazy idea has produced 26 episodes of thoughtful reviews, fun moments and a growing community. We could not have done it without out you all, with a special shout out to our friends Novacotus and Gajjets for providing art and music for us to use. But before we enter the new year and kick off a new season of Peak of Fiction, we take time to commemorate t...

Latina Selina Kyle is not enough. The Absolute DC universe is upon us as this week on the Peak of Fiction Podcast, the boys talk about the amazing run of Absolute Batman (Issues 1-14) by the legendary Scott Snyder. We talk Black Mask, The terror of Wendigo Mr. Freeze, why Banes the scariest man I've ever met and how Absolute Joker is pure nightmare fuel. On the way we riff on Gotham rent and w...

WE GOT ONE ROCK! This week the full squad reviews Creed the Rocky legacy sequel and modern boxing classic directed by the great Ryan Coogler. We breakdown the fights, the characters, and amazing score and try to determine if its truly 'Peak Fiction". In the meantime we ask such questions as: Is Ricky Conlan a good villain? Is Creed 1 the best in the series? Are cats more valuable than dog...

The boys are back in town after a quick break to discuss the meteoric success of Smiling Friends the animated sitcom by internet personalities that is quickly becoming a classic. Is it harder to work at The Park in Regular Show or Smiling Friends Inc? How is the company profitable? Who is the best Smiling Friend and why is it Glep? All these questions and more will be answered on this episode of t...

Welcome to Goa. On this week's episode, BaitZaDust, Beto and Supa O venture into the land of Indian Cinema for the very first time to review the action comedy classic Singham . We compare and contrast the differences between Indian and American cinema, trying to piece together the action, slapstick comedy and musical numbers that make it so special. Is Singham corrupt? Does Jaikant Shikre have...

ROW ROW FIGHT THE POWER!In this episode, hosts BaitZaDust, Supa O, GreyTheSamurai & Beto cover the second half of Gurren Lagann, and the series as a whole, discussing the post time skip character development, the stunning animation quality, and overarching themes of willpower, sacrifice and legacy. Next Week: Kalki 2898 ADYou can reach us for suggestions and feedback at peakoffictionpod@gmail.comF...

Let me see you GRIT THOSE TEETH! This week, the Peak of Fiction Podcast covers the first 15 episodes of the legendary 2007 anime Gurren Lagann. We chat about Simon's character arc, Kamina's bombastic personality, Yoko's influence and how much of a GOAT Ron is. Of course no good discussion of Gurren Lagann's first half is complete without breaking down the infamous episode 4 and theorizing what the...

In this episode of the Peak of Fiction podcast, hosts BaitZaDust, Supa O and Beto delve into Jujutsu Kaisen Zero, a prequel movie to the popular anime series that gives backstory to a key side character. We cover character dynamics, the film's visual style and its writing. There are some 'opposing' views on Yuta Okkutsu's character and whether or not hes a bum fraud, and united praise for the effe...

In this episode of the Peak of Fiction podcast, the hosts BaitZaDust, Grey the Samurai. Supa O and Beto delve into the Saiyan Saga of Dragon Ball Z, exploring its cultural impact, character development, and the writing and visuals that define the series. We share our personal histories with the franchise, from youtube bootlegs to GBA games all while analyzing the storytelling techniques employed b...

This week, BaitZaDust, Beto, and Supa O take a trip back to where the current era of cinema began, Marvels 2012 hit The Avengers. One movie that changed movies, culture and fandom forever. In this very special review, BaitZaDust will make the case for why this icon of superhero media truly is the most important film of the 21st century. On the way we talk about Hulk's aura, the struggle of Cap...

This week the BaitZaDust, Beto, and Supa O return to their roots by reviewing a Godzilla Movie. Unlike the contemplative and emotionally complex Godzilla Minus One, Legendary's 3rd entry into the Monsterverse Godzilla King of the Monsters is a bombastic mixture of crazy action, stupid characters and more aura farming than a manhwa. And who can say if that's actually a bad thing. Can aura alone car...

In this episode of the Peak of Fiction Podcast, the hosts delve into the 2008 film by famed Planet of the Apes and The Batman director Matt Reeves, Cloverfield. We explore itss unique found footage style, character dynamics, and the impact of its viral marketing. BaitZaDust also goes on many deeply concerning tirades about one T.J. Miller. 00:00 Start 01:43 Spoiler Free Review 12:12 Summary 32:46...

BaitZaDust and SupaO breakdown everything great about Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, from how they found the series and why its still going strong after all this time. 00:00 Start 01:15 How we discovered JoJo 10:07 What Makes JoJo unique 17:26 The Impact of Araki 25:47 Favorite Part 35:21 Favorite Opening 41:20 Favorite JoJo 49:04 Favorite JoBro 55:16 Best Villain 01:12:53 Top 3 Stands 01:27:35 Fav...

This conversation delves into the theme of betrayal in fiction, exploring its significance as a narrative device. The hosts discuss various types of betrayal, the emotional impact on characters and audiences, and analyze specific examples from popular media, including 'The Last of Us' , 'Naruto', 'Transformers' and 'Jedi Fallen Survivor'. The chat breaks down why no...

Tetsuo. Kaneda. TETSUO. KANEDA. TETSUO! KANEDA!!! In this episode, the hosts delve into the legendary anime film Akira, exploring its cultural significance, complex characters, and stunning visuals . Since the movie influenced EVERYTHING, we analyze Akira's lasting impact on pop culture from anime to cartoons to music and video games. Can Akira still remain peak fiction with its truncated stor...

On this episode of Peak Fiction 101 the gang convenes to breakdown the very best speeches and monologues from fiction. From Dragon Ball Z to The Godfather, we analyze how a great speech can hype you up, flip the story on its head, or maybe even change your life. Join the climbers today by subscribing to this channel so you never run out of Peak Fiction 00:00 Start 01:03 Honorable Mentions 27:28 MH...

Dont be sad that Western Cinema is over, be happy that it happened. This week the boys review Ne Zha 2 , the highest grossing animated movie of all time that most Americans have never heard of. We break down this absolute masterpiece, and explain why its combination of jaw dropping animation, great characters and writing with actual real stakes places in conversations with films like Across The Sp...

On this very special bonus episode, we are launching a new companion series to our main podcast Peak of Fiction. In Peak Fiction 101 we analyze media from a much broader lense and go beyond the review system to see what makes peak fiction peak fiction. On this episode we dive deep into the massively popular global phenomenon that is Eichiro Oda's ONE PIECE and look specifically at its many com...

Listen up True Believers, your in for a sensational podcast. In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking world of "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," exploring its revolutionary impact on animation and storytelling. Join us as we discuss the film's stunning visuals, compelling character arcs, and how multiple cultural influences form a beautiful web the movie hangs on. From the top-tier ac...

In this episode of the Peak of Fiction podcast, the hosts delve into the first 35 chapters of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run. They explore the intricate part generation spanning story that is Jojo, analyze unique character designs, and the dynamics between the characters. The discussion highlights the significance of the Steel Ball Run race, the introduction of new concepts like stan...

Its Fantastic aint it? In this bonus episode, the Peak of Fiction pod squad take apart the hit Marvel blockbuster Fantastic Four: First Steps and analyze the characters, themes, visuals and uniqueness to see if it stands up to the greats. Did Reed Richards really host the worst press conference of all time? Is Sue Storm perhaps the greatest mother in a comic book movie? Will the Thing finally sett...

In this episode, BaitZaDust, Beto, Supa O and Grey dive into the mesmerizing world of 'Your Name', a film that masterfully intertwines unique storytelling with an unforgettable plot twist. Join us as we explore how the narrative's intricate layers and unexpected turns captivate audiences, leaving a lasting impact. Peek into what makes the acclaimed anime "peak fiction" as we analyze the film's abi...