Pop Culture Cosmos (one Hour Radio Show Edit)

It's a "spoiler-rific" episode as Josh Pederson and Gerald Glassford provide a spoiler-filled review on the big winner at this weekend's box office for Marvel in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. What parts of the movie to them made it work and what others had them questioning their own sanity in Sam Raimi's return to the world of superheroes. Plus the guys share even more spoiler-ish thoughts on the final episode and season one of Moon Knight and speculate if the character has a future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and what that does for the importance of this Disney+ exclusive. But a spoiler-filled update would not be complete without an opinion on episode seven of Paramount+'s Halo as the series takes an inevitable turn the guys feared would eventually happen. All this and Jeff Sloboda from the MCU's Bleeding Edge has also some quick thoughts on Moon Knight and the latest Doctor Strange, the side-scrolling action-adventure Samurai-influenced game Trek to Yomi, and why there's room for concern

The weekend crew of Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford are back as Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness debuts in theaters. How good is it? Gerald has a (no spoilers) review of the film and lets you know where this big release stands as a film worth seeing right away. Plus the crew goes boldly where no podcasters have gone before with their thoughts on the release of the new series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and if it brings the franchise back to familiar territory. They also have thoughts on season two of Star Trek: Picard, the latest trailers for Star Wars: Kenobi and the Game of Throne prequel House of the Dragon, and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. All this and filmmaker and producer Erin Brown Thomas stops by to talk about season one of Severance and what she would do if she were in charge of creative for season two. The summer movie season begins officially right here on our latest PCC Multiverse! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!),

So much to go over in the cosmos as Josh Pederson and Gerald Glassford have plenty to say when it comes to the departures of directors Justin Lin and Jon Watts from big-budget movies Fast X and Fantastic Four. What could have caused the split for both of these productions? The guys also try to figure out Activision's confusing announcement the second time around for a Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 and why old habits die hard when it comes to what works for CoD. Plus they share thoughts on Moon Knight's very well-received episode five, is it time to return to the Halo series with episode six, and with season one concluding for HBO's Tokyo Vice does Gerald think it deserves a second season? All this and Dawn Fobbs from the Mother Daughter-ISH podcast is back with a May TV update on shows ending in 2022 and a big success story for ABC in Abbott Elementary. Plus Dom and Chris Lardieri from the Dom-Ination Sports Nation drop by with thoughts on the Winners (and Losers) of this past weekend's NFL Draft. And we can'

A HUGE update is in store as the entertainment industry has one of its biggest weeks of the year as CinemaCon 2022 in Las Vegas becomes a showcase for movie studios. Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford check in with much of the news that dominated the headlines at the event with mentions of Avatar 2: The Way of Water, Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part One, a Hunger Games prequel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, sequels to The Batman, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Venom, and SO MUCH MORE with Disney, Sony, Universal, Focus Features, Warner Bros., Universal, and Lionsgate all showcasing what they have in store for audiences and why they're so happy for people returning to their local movie theater. Plus Melinda hears great news about Blizzard's changing its mind with the upcoming Diablo: Immortal coming to PC and with the announcement of the Spelljammer Adventures we can finally answer the question of what would happen if Dungeons and Dragons launched into space! For thousands of conversations tha

Josh Pederson and Gerald Glassford return to discuss a crowded box office, and with all the new entries into the mix, who came out the big winner? Plus with the demise of CNN+ and the decline of Netflix, does this send a signal that the streaming wars could be close to inflicting some real casualties? All this and the guys discuss the possibilities for the future of Pirates of the Caribbean post-Johnny Depp, the major battle taking place in Halo episode five (SPOILERS), why Tokyo Vice after episodes six and seven continues to be good, and a new Star Wars video game is on the way from a galaxy far, far, away with a familiar face at the helm. A packed episode is even more filling as we talk about Josh's completion of Assassin's Creed: Vallhalla and how his experience has him thinking about how developers approach the length of their gaming experience. For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wisdom App t

The weekend box office continues to heat up as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford check in to see which of the three new wide releases will captivate audiences the most. Will it be the warrior picture The Northman, the animated try from Universal with the Bad Guys, or the return of Nic Cage to the spotlight in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent? All this plus the latest Marvel news with the dynamic duo covering the first trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder, the preview of the Marvel Multiverse tabletop RPG, and episode four of Moon Knight on Disney Plus. Also, what will happen now for Netflix as they went through their worst week ever with declining subscriber numbers and a huge amount of lost stock revenue. All this and how the landscape of Virtual Reality has changed for the latest generation as Meta Quest 2's huge promotional push to both gamers and non-gamers alike have flipped the marketplace in their favor as they battle against Sony's Playstation VR 2. For thousands of conversations that m

The Easter weekend wrap-up begins with Josh Pederson and Gerald Glassford talking about what's hot and what's not in pop culture. What's hot right now is everything going on at the Coachella Music Festival. How many big-name acts are performing and is it the largest annual music event in the U.S.? What's not is the underwhelming box office results of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore and why the Harry Potter license continues to go off the rails of expectations. Plus the guys also share thoughts on Paramount +'s Halo episode four, HBO's Tokyo Vice episodes six and seven, the new series Open Range on Amazon Prime, and Marvel's return to tabletop RPGs with a preview of their Marvel Multiverse. All this and Jeff Revilla from the Stuff I Never Knew Podcast talking about Severance season one and what may be in store for viewers in season two!  For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wisdom A

So many things going on in the Pop Culture Multiverse as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford are back to break down all the latest news and trends in entertainment. The big release for movies is Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore but with the controversies that have followed the series, will it get to finish out its five-movie arch? Plus the crew covers the Stranger Things Season Four trailer from Netflix that just dropped and are excited for a character coming in that has wreaked havoc in Dungeons and Dragons. And with Warner Bros. and Discovery's merger now complete, the future of this combined streaming and television platform is now a reality, but reports have along with it some big changes in store for the DC Universe. What moves could be in store for the DCEU and what steps may be taken to find more consistent success against the might of Marvel? All this and Jeff Sloboda from the MCU's Bleeding Edge podcast stops by to talk Moon Knight episode three and where the character may be spun

Much to discuss on today's program as Josh Pederson and Gerald recap the box office with the big win for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and how that could continue to influence the entertainment industry on the allure of video game IPs for future projects. The guys also share thoughts on Halo's continued descent with episode three, the fun complexities of Moon Knight episode two, HBO's Tokyo Vice first three episodes, and Gerald continues to heap praise on Apple TV+'s Severance after the thrilling season one finale. Plus, the guys cover the possible future for Ezra Miller's Flash in the DCEU as he continues to court controversy, a new Tomb Raider and Kingdom Hearts are on the way, another big-name star joining the Fast and Furious saga, and is there a need for one more Sherlock Holmes series upon hearing the announcement of an Executive Produced project by Robert Downey Jr. being in development. All this and Todd Schowalter from the Right Mind podcast stops by to talk about the influence of social media and the shows h

A busy weekend lined up at the movies as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford get you primed for what has made its way to the theaters with Sonic The Hedgehog 2, Father Stu, and Ambulance PLUS why Everything Everywhere All At Once should be the one from this group of debuting films you cannot afford to miss. Plus the dynamic duo share thoughts on Remedy and Rockstar bringing back Max Payne 1 & 2, Moon Knight episode two, and why Star Trek: Picard season three is lining up to be a great reunion for Star Trek: The Next Generation fans. All this and Cameron Sullivan from Warp Factor Trek and The Jacked Up Review Show podcast stops by to talk about critical culture in 2022 and how important social media and entertainment ratings play a part in a movie or television series' success. Another great hour of fun awaits you on our latest PCC Multiverse! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wisdom

So much to get you caught up on in the entertainment universe and there's no one better to do just that than the Pop Culture Cosmos! Tune in as Josh and Gerald share thoughts on the so-so returns for Sony's Morbius and what this might do to bring concerns over an expansion on their Spider-verse. The guys also talk about Halo Episode Two, HBO's Our Flag Means Death, The Bubble on Netflix, Moon Knight episode one, and how Severance on Apple Plus is shaping up with its season one finale coming up this week. All this and TJ Johnson stops by to recap Wrestlemania 38 with Gerald as the guys go over what worked, what didn't, and what the standout moments were from this past WrestleMania weekend. Plus Josh and Gerald comment on E3's official cancellation for 2022 and Nintendo's delay of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 and how that will affect the fall season for gamers. For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wis

Another action-packed lineup is en route as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford get you ready for another great pop culture weekend with thoughts on episode one of Moon Knight on Disney Plus, Bruce Willis heading into retirement, and Morbius debuting this weekend in theaters. Plus Sony fangirl Melinda and frequent contributor TJ Johnson weigh in on the recently announced revamp of Playstation Plus, John Orlando previews this weekend's Wrestlemania 38 from Dallas, and Gerald has an update on The House of Dragon Game of Thrones Prequel and how long of a delay Kenobi will have coming to Disney Plus. All this and TJ has a word or two on Rockstar's GTA Plus and could Judd Apatow's next hit be in The Bubble on Netflix? Find out what we think on another awesome PCC Multiverse! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wisdom App today! Gear up with your favorite Pop Culture Cosmos shirts and gifts in o

Our latest episode of the Pop Culture Cosmos is once again jam-packed full of pop culture goodness as Josh Pederson and Gerald Glassford bring you up to speed on what's going on in the world of entertainment. The guys break down the first episode of Halo on Paramount+, how popular it was, and is it setting itself up for success early on. They also preview the latest Marvel Disney+ series in Moon Knight and why this could be a grittier side of the MCU than we have ever seen. Plus Josh has some final thoughts on the next-gen upgrade of Cyberpunk 2077, the latest game releases in Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Tiny Tina's Wonderland, and if Elex 2 is the game that will bring THQ Nordic a more prominent role in the video game industry. All this and Dawn Fobbs from the Mother-Daughter-Ish podcast is back with her March TV update talking Bridgerton season 2, the end of Archive 81, the latest CW renewals, and why she is freaking out over Bad Vegan on Netflix. And we can't have a show on Oscar weekend without an up

After a ton of inquiries on when we might do this again, the #1 TableTop RPG streamer on Facebook the Pop Culture Cosmos brings you another Dungeon Master Roundtable with our amazing crew from our weekly Demolition Force adventures! Join us as Mich, Melinda, Robbie, James, Victor, David, Gerald, and Michael take on the challenge set out by DM Roger as the crew talks about how they run their own games and what they do to keep them exciting for their players! All this and Himanish Goel has thoughts on the weekend's other wide US box office release in 7 days as he and Gerald contemplate if this fairly well-received romantic comedy would have been better served being released first on a streaming format. Be a part of our latest RPG journey right here on the PCC Multiverse! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your convenience, download the Wisdom App today! Gear up with your favorite Pop Culture Cosmos shirts and gifts in our TeePub

A new week begins with more great pop culture on the way as Josh and Gerald speculate on what the upcoming Halo TV series will do to bring the story of Master Chief to Paramount Plus. This week also brings us the highly-acclaimed Atlanta series on FX and the guys have the advanced word on the show and why it could end its run as one of the all-time greats. Plus they cover what's happening with the weekend box office and a major surprise in Jujutsu Kaisen 0, why Severance is fast becoming a hit on Apple Plus, more on Hogwarts Legacy and the controversy surrounding it, the early odds on Best Picture at the Oscars, a revival of the Daredevil series being discovered in pre-production, and the possibility of a Play-Doh movie coming to the big screen sometime soon. All this and the guys debate the "Elden Ring effect" and how this wildly popular and much-appraised video game is devouring a lot more of the gaming market than anyone expected, and how it's affected other titles released just before and after it. Anothe

The multiverse of pop culture continues to grow as Melinda and Gerald return to talk about what everyone keeps talking about in entertainment. Marvel and Disney Plus just dropped the first real look at the upcoming Ms. Marvel series and the crew share thoughts on how it looked and what a masterstroke this show could be in possibly bringing in a new generation of followers to the MCU. They also touch on the recent statements made by Sony and Microsoft with their recent State of Play and ID@XBOX presentations. They have opinions on what games looked the best, which were the most novel, and what the focus truly is for each with these separate showcases. All this and the dynamic duo discuss the latest HBO series DMZ, the Amazon 8.5 billion dollar purchase of MGM, and the realistic hopes for the Hogwarts Legacy game with the controversy surrounding author JK Rowling. Would a return of Harry Potter himself be the cure for this now struggling IP? And for all those out there who share their Netflix password outside t

Welcome back to your #1 place for entertainment news as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross crosses over from our Friday show to step in for Josh as she and Gerald have thoughts on what was trending at South by Southwest 2022 with The Boys, The Umbrella Academy, and Everything Everywhere All At Once. Plus Gerald has reviews of Turning Red on Disney Plus and The Adam Project with Ryan Reynolds on Netflix. Are both these films worthy of your streaming time? And in what order should you see the ex-Netflix Marvel television shows coming this week to Disney Plus? What about Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.? Plus the dynamic duo cover some big prices on some Pokemon and Magic The Gathering cards at a weekend auction, share just how big March Madness is to their home city of Las Vegas, and will the next-gen update for Grand Theft Auto 5 be worth any upgrade fees or re-buys? All this and more on our latest fun-filled episode of the Pop Culture Cosmos! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!),

So much to discuss again in pop culture as Melinda Barkhouse-Ross and Gerald Glassford bring you the latest and greatest entertainment news. On tap for this episode, Star Wars dropped its first trailer for Kenobi coming to Disney Plus on the same day Star Trek unwrapped their debut look at Strange New Worlds that will appear on Paramount Plus. The crew talks about why this may have been a mistake for Star Trek and why it's still tough for it to escape the shadow of the Galaxy Far Far Away. Plus there's also talk on Ryan Reynolds' latest movie The Adam Project and why his tried and true formula might be wearing thin with Gerald but not so for viewers of Netflix this weekend. All this and God of War is coming to Amazon Prime, another series spin-off for The Walking Dead, Turning Red starts its run on Disney Plus, and WWE returns with WWE2k22, but has the extra time been put to good use for a series that has been much-maligned over the most recent offerings in the series?  And Melinda and Gerald share thoug

2022 Has its first blockbuster weekend with The Batman wreaking havoc at the worldwide box office but Josh and Gerald contemplate how (or if) this version of the Caped Crusader will become a greater part of the DC Universe with Flashpoint on the horizon. Gerald also has a review of The Boys Present: Diabolical which is Amazon Prime's animated M-Rated anthology located in the realm of the Vought universe. The guys share thoughts once again on Valve's Steam Deck and now that some pre-orders are being filled, is this truly a must-have product for PC gamers? Plus is it time to get excited over an I Am Legend sequel that's on the way and is Disney Plus having plans of an add-supported pay tier to its subscription offerings later this year a good thing for consumers? Josh may be down a pair of glasses but he still is ready to talk pop culture on another great episode of the Pop Culture Cosmos! For thousands of conversations that matter with thoughtful and amazing people (like us!), you can listen to LIVE or at your

Melinda and Gerald have returned to break down why the latest iteration of the Caped Crusader with The Batman should rise up to be a huge success this weekend at the box office. Disney Plus made a surprising move this week by announcing the former Marvel Netflix shows coming to their channel on March 16. What may have caused this direction and what move by Disney Plus may pave the way for even more adult-oriented content coming to this streaming giant. All this and there's talk on Joe vs Carole on Peacock, the announcement of voice actor John DiMaggio ending his holdout and returning to Futurama, and author Jeff Pearlman stops by to talk about his book Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s and how it influenced the upcoming HBO/HBO Max series Winning Time (debuting on March 6th). All this and more as we get you ready for a great weekend here in the PCC Multiverse! You can buy Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s and his other