Michael and Benjamin

Sure Look, Sure Listen

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Step into the world of 'Sure Look Sure Listen', a refreshing blend of comedy, comics, movies, TV, reviews, and trailer reactions delivered through the engaging voices of Irish hosts, Mick and Ben. This weekly podcast offers a unique, non-sponsored, and decidedly Irish perspective on all things pop culture. We delve into the latest news, dissect beloved tropes in film and TV narratives, and offer honest, unfiltered reviews of the newest and retro classics in our "Exhumed" episodes. Whether you're a die-hard comic fan, a sci-fi movie aficionado, or just someone who wants to stay in the loop with...

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Michael and Benjamin

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Dec 17, 2024

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Episodes

Ep. 36 Is Discovery the Best Trek Show for People Who Don't Like Star Trek? 05.02.2018

In this weeks episode Mick and Ben discuss;Haters vs Black Panther 1:07Antman and The Wasp 9:45Is Star Trek Discovery even good already? 17:25Youtube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-VTf4IlgTA&feature=youtu.beRSS: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:302485850/sounds.rssTwitter: https://twitter.com/MickandBen?lang=enInsta: https://www.instagram.com/michaelandbenjaminspodcas...

Ep. 35 Do Great Villains need Logos? 29.01.2018

After a brief, illness related hiatus the lads are back in the Digital Tiny Room. This week, after discussing a couple of controversial tweets and Captain Marvel's new costume they talk about what is needed to be a great villain. Ben finally gets to talk about snooty philosophy stuff. Mick finally gets to talk about Transformers. YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poOdQU3UuEQ&feature...

Ep 34 What Makes You You 15.01.2018

We're back in the all new, all digital, tiny room. This week Mick and Ben discuss Black Mirror, including which comic book artists they think would suit each episode's style and motifs. Loads of motifs. AlsoNews roundup 1:00Black Mirror 20:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 33. Twas the Night Before Scrinchmas 25.12.2017

A new podcast? On Christmas Day? Cancel your usual traditions, sit around the fire with loved ones and listen to two idiots giving uniformed opinions about the following topics;Bright (Netflix Original Will Smith Orc Cop Movie) 1:07Lobo 13:03Hellboy Krampusnacht 24:00Christmas Movies 37:30Happy! 40:35Nostalgia (X-Men) 45:50Youtube Version - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_wM5wMwpoA&feature=youtu...

Ep. 32 Mick and Ben's MegaCorp 18.12.2017

This week Mick, who isn't exactly mad about Star Wars, reviews The Last Jedi. Ben hasn't seen it. Then the two pair of wankers talk about the upcoming Disney Fox merger and the repercussions for Marvel movies and entertainment in general. Finally, in honour of the foundation of a new evil MegaCorp, we talk about our favourite Evil MegaCorps from TV and Movies. Timecodes:00:10 Stars Wars16:47 Disne...

Mick And Ben Appropriate Some Culture 11.12.2017

Mick and Ben (but especially Ben) walk on eggshells this week as they discuss the issues of cultural appropriation in comic book properties. Like Katy Perry! Also, Jessica Jones, Spiderverse and Venom news. What is Cultural Appropriation? 16:25Black Panther 22:10The Simpsons 36:45Thor 43:00Big Hero Six 44:00Alpha Flight 48:56Youtube: https://youtu.be/lO7VKCnsXkARSS: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/use...

The First Annual Mickeys 11.12.2017

A Year In Review! The Lads have courted hubris and created their very own Awards Show: THE MICKEYS. Like all great award shows, it's high on its own importance, politically and culturally tone deaf and most importantly makes them feel like they're in charge. Categories include:Best TV Series 11:40Best Movie 25:45Best Comic 33:55Standout character 37:05All round bad egg 40:50and much more! Youtubeh...

Ep. 29 Ben's Blind Reviews 27.11.2017

Ben reviews Justice League, despite not having seen it. Then he reviews Netflix's The Punisher, despite not having seen that either. He rounds off with a review of Hulu's Runaways, which he also hasn't seen. It's the best episode yet, especially if you like reviews of a thing by a man who hasn't seen that thing. Deadpool Trailer: 3:25Justice League: 11:20The Punisher: 28:00Runaways: 41:10 Hosted o...

Ep 28. The King of Comics 19.11.2017

This week Michael and Benjamin talk about the potential for a Xmen - Marvel movie universe merger, The villain from the new Justice League movie; Steppenwolf and The King of Comics himself Jack Kirby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Les Enfants Super-Terrible 13.11.2017

Are children the scariest thing ever? Yes. The proof? This weeks Podcast. Micheal and Benjamin take a look at all the terrifying and overpowered offspring that comics have to offer. They look at mythological precedent and the symbolism that they represent for their mothers and fathers. PLUS:Stranger Things 2, Demadogs, Portrait style marketing. Did we miss any? Let us know in the comments. Hosted...

Ep26 Heroes In Our Time 07.11.2017

Do you need a hero? Then look no further, Mick and Ben have tried to compile a list of the best of the best from the last few decades. Powerful Protectors, Pioneering Powers and most importantly Pouches!!!PLUS:Mick and Ben apply their signature brand of pedantry to the weeks pop culture news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiny Room of Horror I 30.10.2017

This week we talk about the new Black Panther trailer, have our least popular segment 'Keeping up with the Inhumans', and talk about four spooky horror comics that may or may not be ripe for adaptation. Time codes:Black Panther 1:20Keeping up with The Inhumans 10:00Fatale 18:05Hack/Slash 30:10American Vampire 38:00The Concept of Alan Moore 45:45 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

The Authority Elevator Pitch 30.10.2017

Are Micheal and Benjamin scraping the bottom of a shallow barrel of content? Yes. Will they feel any shame? Unlikely. This week Mick makes his dream pitch to end all pitches, The Authority; sexy, bureaucracy free Superheroics, international diversity and best of all a Millared sequel. Now with added abs and Ben putting his foot in his mouth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Blade Runner and Replicant Rights 16.10.2017

Mick and Ben talk about Blade Runner 2049, The Gifted, The Orville, Inhumans (unfortunately)and Star Trek Discovery. Also, there is a hurricane outside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Pop Culture Influences Real Communities 03.10.2017

Everyone loves Pop Culture. Be it your favourite TV show, comic, superhero or novel everyone has that one thing they love but what happens when a whole community falls in love with something? Micheal and Benjamin take a look at some of the times that pop culture has transcended it's medium and influenced the real world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Painted On Beards 28.09.2017

Auntie Heroes, are we saying that right probably not...The new Punisher Trailer from Netflix has Micheal and Benjamin awfully excited, So they ask the question ''Who even is the Punisher?''PLUS:The Villainy of Damon Lindelof and Jeffrey Dean Morgan's Father Fetish. DIRTY LAUNDRY:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWpK0wsnitcWHY IS THE HAND SO BORING?:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfjvoEvAzCERSS: ht...

The never-ending Saga of casting Saga 19.09.2017

Mick and Ben talk about Saga, whether Saga is film-able or not, if TV or film would be better and spend a long time talking about their dream cast for a Saga adaptation. Ben is very sensitive about race, gender and representation, no matter what you may have heard elsewhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 19 Ruining a Comic For Dummies 11.09.2017

BATMAN ALWAYS WINS!!!!!!Why would you do that? Who allowed that? All these expressions of existential angst can be heard in this week's podcast as Micheal and Benjamin try to understand the strange motivations (and odd fetishes) that have led to the downfall of great comic series. They also investigate what's going on with Black Bolt's eyebrows and provide some counselling for sharks. Hosted on Ac...

Bloody Inhuman(s) 04.09.2017

Mick and Ben and Mick's friend John go on their first ever podcast field trip to see Marvel's Inhumans. It's not great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sexy Psychopomps 29.08.2017

Why is Death so gosh darn sexy in comics? We don't find out but we have fun trying. It's all Mad Titans and lusty reapers in this week's episode as Micheal and Benjamin look at death and all its implications in comics. Also Ben sees a really cool new superhero film that no one else has seen yet. Definitely true...Which Death would you like to meet, let us know {that sounded less creepy in my head....

Ep 16. Ben Wouldn't Last 5 Minutes with Elektra 21.08.2017

Defenders came out this weekend. We watched most of it. We talk about The Defenders while misremembering most of the facts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep.15 Once Upon A Time In The Jim West 16.08.2017

Is America experiencing an existential crisis? How many comic book characters will it take to sate Josh Brolin? Do mechanical spiders belong anywhere? If you've ever asked yourself these questions then this will probably suit you just fine. The Playlist mentioned in this weeks episode is here:spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/collopb/playlist/671Jl4aSsQXnACz2nT4nCV Slow West is here: https://...

Ep 14. Trust In Lynch 07.08.2017

Ben and Mick from an alternate universe discuss some things which are so similar to your universe that you might as well give it a listen. This week we have Deadpool 2 casting, Valerian and the City of Why it's Shit, Legion and David Lynch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 13: San Dublin Comic Council 24.07.2017

Mick and Ben recorded live at #SDCC*, bringing you all the latest comic book news, rumours and gossip.*South Dublin County Council Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 12 Does Batman Get More Views? 17.07.2017

Ben and Mick discuss Ben's favourite thing in the world, Batman the Animated Series. We also talk about a lot of the news and reveals from this week's D23 event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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