Sinopsis
Come set sail on our Media Boat as we traverse the sea of pop culture.
Episodios
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Ep. 500 - Celebrating the Hits
20/08/2025 Duración: 01h15minWelcome to special 500th episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We have all the hits today, starting with Taylor Swift news. Next, Gamescom news, but especially Kirby. Later, its The Bits with MS NOW, Looney Tunes, and Paramount news. We wrap it all up with Marvel leaving on that midnight train away from Georgia. We also have thoughts on Rise Against, Maroon V, and Final Draft. All this and more on this 500th episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 499 - The Hard Knocks Life of a Hill
13/08/2025 Duración: 01h17minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Taylor Swift announcing her 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl. Next, Simon Ebejer is heading up RedOctane studio for new rhythm games. Later, ESPN is making deals with NFL, WWE, and FOX in preparation for the upcoming new ESPN app. We wrap it all up with Fran Drescher officially stepping down from SAG-AFTRA, leaving a new leader to step in for the next contract negotiation. We also have thoughts on Hard Knocks and King of the Hill. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 498.5 - Stick to Fantastic Thoughts
06/08/2025 Duración: 57minWelcome to a special episode of the Media Boat Podcast. Mike will be talking through 8 thoughts including TV thoughts on Building the Band, Destination X, Twisted Metal, and Stick; and movie thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2, Death of a Unicorn, The Phoenician Scheme, and The Fantastic Four First Steps. Catch regular episodes weekly of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 498 - Huntrix for Power Broadcasting
06/08/2025 Duración: 54minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Justin Timberlake coming out with Lyme disease. Next, Power Rangers is coming to Fortnite with lots of bugs. Later, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting will be shutting down by the end of the year due to no funding from the government. We wrap it all up with Netflix numbers on K-Pop Demon Hunters and Happy Gilmore 2. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 497 - Hayley's Censored Skydance Panther
30/07/2025 Duración: 29minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a surprise drop of new music from Hayley Williams. Next, card payment processors have taken aim at Steam and Itch.io. Later, Skydance aims to crack down on "biased news coverage" when they fully own CBS. We wrap it all up with Eddie Murphy's busy moviemaking schedule. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 496 - Pokémon Bananza
23/07/2025 Duración: 01h44minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a crazy incident at a Coldplay concert. Next, Pokémon direct happened today and we have all the news revealed. Later, Paramount has decided to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and strike a new deal with South Park creators. We wrap it all up with movie bits on Lilo & Stitch crossing $1B, James Cameron directing a Billie Eilish 3D concert film, and The Odyssey tickets on sale now. We also have thoughts on Thomas Rhett, Pokémon Friends, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Superman. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 495 - Building K-Pop Superman
16/07/2025 Duración: 05h26minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Soundcloud partnering with elasticStage so artists can print vinyl albums. Next, Donkey Kong is getting a new videogame and a new movie. Later, Emmy nominations are here and we have our thoughts on this years top contenders. We wrap it all up with Sean Austin making a bid to head up SAG-AFTRA as Hollywood contracts are on the horizon. We also have thoughts on Wet Leg, Quarterback, Building the Band, Brick, K-Pop Demon Hunters, and Superman. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 494 - Virgin Sinners Period IronGame
09/07/2025 Duración: 01h44minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with guilty verdicts from the Diddy trial as it nears its conclusion. Next, Microsoft is in the middle of yet another round of layoffs with 9,000 people on the cutting block, including games like Everwild and Perfect Dark reboot. Later, Freevee is going away and rolled into Amazon Prime Video services. We wrap it all up with a look at Comic-Con's famous Hall H as the major players will be skipping it this year. We also have thoughts on Lorde, Kesha, Umamusume: Pretty Derby, Jusant, Ironheart, Squid Game, and Sinners. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 493 - I Quit The Bear on Stitch Day
27/06/2025 Duración: 01h23minWelcome to another Episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Spotify getting a nasty letter from some US Senators. Next, several Netflix games will be going away from the platform next month. Later, South Park lawsuits heat up as South Park Studios accuses its new parent company of foul play. We wrap it up with a look at future films including what Denis Villeneuve, Aaron Sorkin, and Steven Spielberg have coming soon to a theater near you. We also have thoughts on HAIM and The Bear. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 492 - Switch 2 World
20/06/2025 Duración: 01h12minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bonnaroo being shut down last week due to dangerous weather in Tennessee. Next, Nintendo Direct showcased the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza with a surprising character appearance by Pauline. Later, streaming with Ads have become longer as all streaming services try to incentivize you to pay for the ad-free option. We wrap it all up with a brand new announcement of Pixar's newest film titled "Gatto" by Luca director Enrico Casarosa. We also have thoughts on Switch 2 and Mario Kart World. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 491 - Working Ballad of Addison Cyrus
13/06/2025 Duración: 01h22minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Grammy update on new rules and categories announced for the upcoming 68th award show. Next, a recap of Summer Games Fest 2025 with all of the exciting announcements that are not Kingdom Hearts 4. Later, a combo of streaming news as Disney officially purchases the last bit from Comcast and David Zaslav has taken his axe to WBD itself by splitting the company into separate entities: WBD Streaming & Studios and WBD Global Networks. We wrap it all up with the long awaited announcement of Space balls 3: the search for Space balls 2: quest for more money. We also have thoughts on Miley Cyrus, Addison Rae, Working Moms, and The Ballad of Wallis Island. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 490 - Swift Masters Showcase
06/06/2025 Duración: 46minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Taylor Swift celebration as she is now in control of her master recordings. Next, is the beginning of Summer Games Fest with Epic and PlayStation showcases. Later, Disney is having another massive layoff, its fourth - and largest - in 10 months. We wrap it all up with shareholders giving one big giant middle finger to their most hated CEO David Zaslav. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 489 - The Last of Big Mouth
30/05/2025 Duración: 59minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Kesha creating Smash for artists to work with other artists to own their created music. Next, EA has shut down Cliffhanger studios and, as a result, an upcoming Black Panther game. Later, we reveal the 3 new leads that round out the full cast of the upcoming Harry Potter series. We wrap it all up with a box office rematch 23 years in the making of Tom Cruise versus Lilo & Stitch. We also have thoughts on Big Mouth, The Last of Us, and Hacks. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 488 - Thunder Forever Studio
23/05/2025 Duración: 01h19minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the next Taylor's Version being hinted at being announced Monday at the AMAs. Next, Epic Games is in hot water with an AI chatbot of Darth Vader. Next, Sesame Street is getting a new home at Netflix and the PBS Kids App. We wrap it all up with Mubi making a purchase at Canne's Film Festival. We also have thoughts on Maren Morris, Avicii, The Studio, and Thunderbolts*. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 487 - Just Like Future Ruins
16/05/2025 Duración: 01h06minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Future Ruins music festival focusing on film and tv scores. Next, an update on the Epic vs Apple lawsuit as Fortnite continues to not be available on iOS devices. Later, WBD is switching up its streaming service name from MAX to HBO MAX. We wrap it all up with the return of MoviePass, but this time its a box office fantasy gaming platform. We also have thoughts on Just Like Heaven and Balatro. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 486 - Poker Church Plan
09/05/2025 Duración: 01h24sWelcome back to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the list of Rock & Roll inductee class of 2025 who will receive their honor in November, later this year. Next, Grand Theft Auto VI has an official release date and a new trailer to go alongside the announcement from Rockstar Games. Later, Comcast has spun off its bundle of cable networks including USA, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Golf Channel, and their digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass and SportsEngine into a new company called Versant. We wrap it all up with 100% tariffs scheduled to hit film and tv productions made outside of the US. We also have thoughts on Eric Church, Stagecoach, Lost Records: Rage & Bloom, Poker Face, The Devil's Plan, and Conclave. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 485 - The Giant Sheeran Schedule Earners Cast
02/05/2025 Duración: 38minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with some depressing updates about the future of Respawn and a couple of significant video game websites. Next, Ed Sheeran is back with a new album and a new sound. Later, we talk about the shooting schedules for some upcoming shows. We wrap it all up with a recap of the biggest earners and losers from last year's box office. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 484 - Casting Lorde's Grogu Preorder
24/04/2025 Duración: 22minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Lorde's fans getting kicked out of a park. Next, the Nintendo Switch preorder nonsense has begun, and thankfully at the promised price. Later, we have breaking news from this year's Star Wars Celebration. We wrap it all up with some new rules for this year's Oscars. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 483 - Black & Blue Hollywood Admission
18/04/2025 Duración: 01h15minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Lorde returning with a new single on her upcoming new album. Next, we breakdown the new Mario Kart World direct on why this game will cost $80. Later, Alivia Silverstone is returning as Cher Horowitz in a new series that will continue the story from Clueless. We wrap it all up with unnecessary sequels coming from Warner Bros. We also have thoughts on Jon Pardi, Turnpike Troubadours, Blue Prince, and Black Mirror. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.
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Ep. 482 - White Midnight Studio
11/04/2025 Duración: 01h41minWelcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Weezer side-story as most news this week is geared towards Coachella. Next, Ubisoft claims you don't actually own their games. Later, SNL is getting a UK version in 2026 from Lorne Michaels. We wrap it all up with China announcing it will accept fewer films in retaliation to US tariffs. We also have thoughts on South of Midnight, White Lotus, Adolescence, The Studio and Anora. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.