Transatlantic Rebels

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 155 is here. This time, we're discussing the third season of "The Mandalorian" - the Star Wars TV show which has taken the world by storm.  There is so much to talk about (YES) from Grogu (YES) to the incredible arc of Bo-Katan (YES) to Moff Gideon (NO) to IG12 (YES YES YES).  Let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Ro...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 154 is here. This time, we're discussing the first season of "Andor" - the Star Wars TV show which is an off-shoot of the off-shoot "Rogue One".  It's also arguably the first fully "for grown ups" Star Wars show, so there's definitely plenty to talk about.  Let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from Americ...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 153 is here. This time, talking about the brand new film "Air" - directed by Ben Affleck, starring his old chum Matt Damon, as well as Viola Davis and other fantastic actors. It's an interesting take upon Michael Jordan's Nike deal with a lot of fascinating talking points, so don't forget to let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 152 is here. This time, we're discussing the latest Star Wars Celebration 2023, held in London for the first time ever - and Jesal was fortunate enough to be THERE! We talk about how the day was, including the best parts and various community aspects. We also discuss the brand new announcements of 3 new films and Ahsoka, amongst much more.  Let us know yo...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 151 is here. This time, we're responding the floods of messages asking us to cover the latest M.I.A. album "Mata" (2022).  Apologies in advance for not being our usual 2 hour forensic deep dive but oh, boy.... This was a wild review - in more ways than one.  Let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from Ameri...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 150 is here. This time, we're highlighting a truly wonderful and charming film called "Marcel the Shell with Shoes On" (2021).  There's a lot to cover, and don't forget to let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a bac...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 149 is here. This time, taking a look at the latest Darren Aronofsky film, "The Whale" (2022). There's a lot to cover, and don't forget to let us know your thoughts!  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a background in TV, acting, writing an...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 148 is here. This time, talking about the latest Steven Spielberg film "The Fabelmans" (2022). It's an excellently crafted and semi-autobiographical film, with some interesting talking points.  ---------------------- Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a backgroun...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 147 is here. This time, we're diving back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and reviewing the 31st MCU film - "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania". It's one of our famed and acclaimed long-forms into what we felt worked well... and what maybe didn't quite hit the spot.  We also take an overarching look at Phases 4, 5 and 6. There's a LOT to unpack, so tun...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 146 is here. This time, we're rounding up 2022 and highlighting our Top 10 films of the year. We also look back on some of our favourite TV shows, as well as the albums we loved listening to. So if you're in need of inspiration, this is the podcast to listen to. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, film...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 145 is here. This time, we're looking back at an incredible Indian film released earlier this year, "RRR". It's taken the film world by storm, both critically and commercially and is an absolute riot of a film. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a background in T...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 146 is here. This time, we're looking at a fascinating film released earlier this year, "The Woman King". Starring Viola Davis and John Boyega, it's a Braveheart-style epic well worth your time. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a background in TV, acting, writi...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 147 is here. This time, we're looking at the recent - and gigantic - film released in the past couple of weeks, "Avatar: The Way of Water". Directed by James Cameron, and a full 13 years after the original, this follow-up is kicking off a sequence of sequels every 2 years all the way through to "Avatar 5". It's already made a billion dollars in 10 days. J...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels... Episode 144 is here. This time, we're catching up on some of Marvel's Phase 4 content... "She-Hulk: Attorney At Law" was incredibly divisive and we delve into our feelings on it. Looking at "Ms. Marvel" from a South Asian perspective is fun - and the show itself leaves us with plenty to discuss. "Thor: Love and Thunder" - well, just listen. Hmmm. Jesal is from th...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels, back for Season 8... Episode 143 is here. It's the brand new Marvel Cinematic Universe movie - and the final one of MCU Phase 4... "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" is the incredibly moving sequel to 2018's "Black Panther" - and there is SO much to discuss. Rest in peace to Chadwick Boseman. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 142 is here. It's the recent Marvel TV Show featuring a stellar performance from Oscar Isaac. "Moon Knight" has a lot going for it, and we discuss what worked well about it - and whether weekly episodes are the right strategy moving forward. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books....

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 141 is here. We are diving back in the MCU. "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" is the sequel to "Doctor Strange" and the continuation of this Marvel saga. We discuss many aspects of the Sam Raimi-helmed film and what might be coming next. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 140 is here. It's the brand new joint from 'Daniels' featuring a tour de force performance from Michelle Yeoh... "Everything Everywhere All At Once" is possibly our favourite film of 2022, thus far! We discuss many positive aspects of the film and what makes it truly incredible. And hot dog fingers. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 139 is here. After 36 long years, Tom Cruise is back in this sequel to the 1986 classic - it's time for "Top Gun: Maverick" baby! We discuss many positive aspects of the film and why blockbusters need to aspire to be more like it moving forward. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and boo...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 138 is here. After 1855 days, he's back with his brand new album "Mr Morale and the Big Steppers". We discuss the album itself, what we liked (and didn't), the Rosalia effect and what may lie next for Kendrick Lamar.  Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows and books. Rochard has a background...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 137 is here. And in place of "The Mandalorian" Season 3, Disney Plus chose to throw some shine on one of the Prequels characters - Boba Fett. We discuss many positive aspects of TV show and why one of the episodes, in particular, was so groundbreaking (big up the Māori listeners).  Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 136 is here - it's time to get dark, moody and nocturnal. This time, we are covering the latest DC film "The Batman" (2022) and discuss many aspects of the 3 hour epic. There is much to talk about: does R-Patz break a smile at any point? Why did I need subtitles? Where does Zoe Kravitz rank in the pantheon of Catwomen? And much, much more... Jesal is from t...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Ep.135 is a re-up of one of our most popular episodes (Ep.22) that you may have missed, and it's following on from Ep.134 which was about the film "King Richard". Well, this is all about the book it was based on! We had a special guest returning to the show - Kage Sparks - for an in-depth book review. "Black & White: The Way I See It" by Richard Williams is one of...

We are the Transatlantic Rebels. Episode 134 finds us taking a swing at "King Richard" (2021) - the Will Smith-starring biopic of Richard Williams, father of Venus and Serena. They play a bit of tennis. We discuss the differences between the film and the book, Will's performance and much more. Jesal is from the UK, and Rochard is from America. We like to talk in depth about albums, films, TV shows...

Welcome to another special bonus episode of the Transatlantic Rebels podcast. This bonus episode welcomes back friend to the show, Premz. He's been on a few episodes before and recently, we discussed cryptocurrency on his Instagram Live page. It was such a great discussion, I felt compelled to share it to this podcast in the hope that it may answer some questions and benefit those seeking more kno...