Ray Smith

The FliteCast

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A show about aggressively positive nerd opinions on movies, TV shows, comics and media, where it's all subjective.

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Ray Smith

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FLITE BOX 0044: "Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 1: The Ties That Grind" 23.08.2025 56:55

My honest review of the first DCU episode of Peacemaker and why it objectively doesn’t retcon The DCEU at all, even if it subjectively feels like it does. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become...

0218: Terence Stamp, Rage Bots, and Zack Snyder's New Film 20.08.2025 48:41

After talking about how AI is literally manipulating our discourse on Superman, I pay my respects to the original General Zod himself and then talk about Zack Snyder’s latest non-DC project. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouT...

FLITE CHAT 0065: August 17, 2025 18.08.2025 2:32:38

This week’s feedback covers some personal issues, provides updates on Star Trek watches, explores the Superman Saga, and discusses whether the DCU already has a homework problem, among other topics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcast...

FLITE ALERT 0008: "The Superman Saga" 15.08.2025 46:26

My thoughts on James Gunn’s words about the DCU at the Peacemaker Season 2 premiere and how my hype for DC Studios has…started to escalate. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of Th...

0217: We Need To Talk About Digital Releases 13.08.2025 43:50

I make my case, with plenty of evidence, for why Superman’s digital release isn’t too soon, and how it’s part of the new era for digital movie releases, especially for WB. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pan...

FLITE CHAT 0064: August 10, 2025 11.08.2025 1:40:09

This week’s feedback show was much shorter, but no less enjoyable, as we discussed Fantastic Four spoilers, emotional film music, video games, and touched on political intersections with movies and TV, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The F...

0216: We're Even Now 06.08.2025 1:07:19

After sharing a revelation about my ultimate goal for the show, I talk about the beginning of a new era for Marvel and DC fans, thanks to all the box office nonsense. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora...

FLITE CHAT 0063: August 3, 2025 04.08.2025 5:03:55

Fantastic Four, Superman, Star Trek, SDCC, and many other things in another record-length feedback session for the ages. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patr...

FLITE BOX 0043: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3, Episodes 1-4 01.08.2025 59:17

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the first four episodes of the new season of Strange New Worlds after a two-year break from the previous season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of...

0215: SDCC 2025 and Box Office Expectations 30.07.2025 1:14:26

My thoughts on SDCC 2025, the new Star Trek announcements, and some in-depth discussion about how Superman and Fantastic Four are showing us how we need to change our view of the box office. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouT...

FLITE REVIEW 0054: The Fantastic Four: First Steps 27.07.2025 1:30:16

My spoiler-filled review of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the 37th MCU film and the final comic book movie of 2025. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreo...

0214: Distinguished Competition 23.07.2025 1:53:27

I take a deep dive into recent interviews with both James Gunn and Kevin Feige about the future of DC Studios and Marvel Studios in the middle of their biggest releases of the year. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spo...

FLITE CHAT 0062: July 20, 2025 21.07.2025 4:24:28

A lot more spoiler-filled talk about Superman(2025) and its impact on the box office and the general audience, with a few breaks in between for Star Trek and Sinners, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube...

0213: The DCU Begins 16.07.2025 1:15:28

This week, we’re talking about Superman’s massive social media buzz and hype, some updated thoughts about the box office, The Penguin’s Emmy nominations, and the future of the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spot...

FLITE CHAT 0061: July 13, 2025 14.07.2025 1:45:05

Superman spoiler talk from start to finish, with a little break in between for some talk about Sinners, Jaws, and Star Trek TNG. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast...

FLITE REVIEW 0053: Superman(2025) 11.07.2025 2:00:13

My full, spoiler-filled, honest thoughts about our first solo Superman movie in 12 years, and the official theatrical launch of the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The F...

FLITE CHAT 0060: July 6, 2025 07.07.2025 3:46:05

In our final feedback circle before Superman, we talk Ironheart spoilers, watch updates, a powerful connection between Star Trek and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and more. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify...

FLITE BOX 0042: Ironheart Episodes 4-6 05.07.2025 51:39

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the final 3 episodes of Ironheart, how I feel about that “big” twist, and how I hope Marvel Studios proves me wrong about whether or not we get a second season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouT...

0212: It's Time To Move Forward 02.07.2025 53:40

With Superman’s release date nearly a week away, I clear the air about what’s really going on with Snyder fans and how I’m drawing a line in the sand going forward about Superman and the future of DC Studios. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: App...

FLITE CHAT 0059: June 29, 2025 30.06.2025 2:52:25

his week features plenty of spoiler talk about Ironheart, more talk about horror movies, Superman chatter, what to watch after finishing Star Trek TNG, and rankings for Jurassic World movies among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: A...

FLITE BOX 0041: Ironheart Episodes 1-3 27.06.2025 50:33

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the first three episodes of Ironheart and what I truly think of all the review bombers and Nerd MAGATS trying to sink it. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a...

0211: More James Gunn, More DC Studios Autonomy 25.06.2025 1:09:19

I talk about more of Superman’s press tour before diving into James Gunn’s exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, what it says about the future of the DCU, and what HE said on Threads about DC Studios that I have waited YEARS to hear. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCas...

FLITE CHAT 0058: June 22, 2025 23.06.2025 3:58:35

This week I get caught up on a ton of emails from before Father’s Day and this past week about Superman, Squadcast Media, Star Trek, Brian Wilson from The Beach Boys, and many other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTu...

FLITE BOX 0040: MCU Catch-Up: Hawkeye, Echo, and She-Hulk 20.06.2025 1:04:33

It took me a few years, but I finally watched all of Hawkeye, Echo, and She-Hulk. Here’s what I would have said online about them when they all released. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become...

0210: James Gunn's Rolling Stone Interview 18.06.2025 1:35:49

I breakdown the entire James Gunn Rolling Stone interview and share what I think it says about him as a director, and the potential future of DC Studios less than a month before the big release of Superman. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple...