Weekly Roundup With Alex & Dan

This week, the Dynamic South Coast duo return to the not-so-mean streets of Old Portsmouth to the cinema and back, to bring you their honest thoughts on the latest film from the MCU, kicking off Phase 6 and the 37th film in the franchise - it's The Fantastic Four: First Steps!The MCU has been plagued with interesting storylines, rushed VFX/CGI and continuity errors - does the reboot of this much loved first Family of the MCU by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby undo the wrongs done by Josh Trank's efforts ten years ago?Also don't forget - there's two end credit scenes - don't leave until the lights go up!#GITS

This week, the Dynamic South Coast duo return to the not-so-mean streets of Old Portsmouth to the cinema and back, to bring you their honest thoughts on the latest Dino-chomping outing of the Jurassic franchise: Rebirth!This is the 7th Jurassic film (!) with plenty of nods to the films before it - but this is as usual, a spoiler-free review fresh from the recliner cinema seats - the main review episode will follow shortly. Is it enough to keep the lads entertained during the 2hrs 10mins run time? Stream or download from your podcast player of preference to find out!#GITS

It's time to get angry, riled up and sweary. It's the 2025 edition of What Grinds Your Gears!Unexpected item in the bagging area? And this is after dealing with other shoppers and their sheer lack of awareness and greed. Social Media trolls are EVERYWHERE. Navigating motorways at night as other users destroy your retinas with their full beams blaring.And with the power of social media, we discuss YOUR gear grinders...Sit back, try and relax, because we take to the soap boxes once more!#GITS

This week the southcoast duo are donning the tin foil hats yet again as they dive in the rabbit hole for a vol. 3 of Conspiracy Theories. What's happening at Denver Airport you ask? Everything apparently!What do you mean Bob Ross painted the beautiful scenic views of his murders?! Feeling nauseous? Got tinnitus? Loss of balance? Could be Havana syndrome!Oh, Britney Spears's record label are cloning her amongst other wild conspiracies out there! Sit back, relax and enjoy another journey down the rabbit hole!#GITS

This week, Alex & Dan delve back into the vaults to bring you an absolute banger from 2022 - they are dusting off the C Bombs and throwing them around like glitter! It's the return of what looks to be the second annual What Grinds Your Gears! From noisy train passengers, grumpy football fans to wannabe comic book social media critics - to chatty dentists (we love you guys though, you must know this!), plane journeys in general, to misidentified Vegans - things get quite sweary, quite ranty - you have been warned!Strap yourselves in, as all manner of things are getting committed to the vault under the sea!P.s. A massive thank you to the listeners who wrote in - I'm sure you'll agree, it made for a great listen!#GITS

This week, it's a very special edition of the Southsea Creatives series as Alex & Dan welcome author and poet Dale M. Chatwin to the orange sofa to talk about his early writings as a child, his newest horror book (out now on Amazon - link below!) and... coming of age with Starship Troopers....?Talking about writing influences, personal experiences and imparting some wisdom for budding writers and creatives, this is a great opportunity to hear from a creative writer with a passion for a variety of genres; from Horror to Speculative Fiction, Gothic Romance to Poetry.As always, it's another great opportunity to hear from you the listener - as Dale answers questions posed from the audience.Sit back, relax and whatever you do - don't go in search of the Bobhowler!#GITS

It's time to blow out the candles once more as the Dynamic Duo of the south coast make their way to the local boozer of OTT Central and swap the Orange Sofa for some comfy pub chairs - answering a multitude of questions from you the listeners during their annual A(sk) M(e) A(nything)!From being the last people on Earth and what we would do with the freedom (and boredom!) that brings, favourite ways to consume a frankfurter, to celebrity dinner dates. From English pronounciations, culinary disasters to recurring dreams - you guys did not dissapoint again this year!Come join us in the pub, raise a pint and enjoy another AMA from OTT this year!#GITS

This week, Alex & Dan are joining forces once more as they take to the orange sofa to discuss the 36th MCU film and the announcement of the New Avengers - its The Thunderbolts*!There's an air of optimism and positivity, along with some gripes. Despite a raw and emotional story, marketing blunders have them both annoyed. The reviews are in, but what are they saying? Are we finally back to quality over quantity? And where are the heroes of New York whilst people are being smudged*?*smudge, as is the *snappening are both pending Trademarks by OTT.#GITS

This week, the Dynamic South Coast duo return to the not-so-mean streets of Old Portsmouth to the cinema and back, to bring you their honest thoughts on the ground-level anti-hero outing for the rag tag superhero team - The Thunderbolts*!This is the 36th MCU Film (!) with lots to discuss and plenty of easter eggs - but this is as usual, a spoiler-free review fresh from the recliner cinema seats - the main review episode will follow shortly. In the second half of the show, Dan unshackles Alex's inner Hulk as he explains the spolierific shinanigans which have occurred a mere couple of days since the red carpet and after UK release - Mavel Studios / Marvel Entertainment - we're looking at YOU. SHAME.#GITS

This week, the Dyanmic Duo of the south coast cover some of the bleakest content they've ever come across, as they lift the veil in Hollywood to show you the dark side of entertainment.From conspiracy theories around deaths on beaches and boats, to on-set disasters, cost and corner cutting on productions; this episode is not for the faint hearted!There's also a throw back to the last epsiode (#146) which is getting Alex's goat....#GITS

Popcorn rustlers, late arrivers, phone flashers - you guessed it, this week Alex & Dan are discussing the do's and don'ts of a cinema visit because quite frankly, society seems to have forgotten as of late!Off the back of the recent rise of Minecraft film controversies, the dynamic duo discuss how internet-driven crazes sometimes infringe on social norms - and whether that takes anything away from the cinema-goer's experience.Are you guilty of any of these cinema-sins? Come join us in the confessional booth once more...#GITS

Do you ever get the feeling that you're not supposed to be somewhere? That it's usually brimming with activity, noise and people - and yet eerily quiet? Yeah - that. In this episode, Alex & Dan discuss the internet sensation of the Back Rooms and what Liminal Spaces are - and why you should never clip out to find out what lurks beneath reality's surface....#GITS

It's a volume 2 as Alex & Dan return to the time machine, which is once again filled to the brim with nostalgia, as they discuss some of their favourite films from Y2K - and thanks to the powers of social media - some of yours too!From some pretty unlikely title reviews, it's plenty of reminicising as Dan gives you a history lesson and recounts tales of the bargain bucket for DVDs in Blockbuster (that'll make you feel old!) and Alex discusses a film which he liked for all the wrong reasons, as an early teenager.Sit back, relax and enjoy the nostalgia once more!#GITS

This week Alex & Dan delve back into the vaults to bring you an absolute banger from 2018 - The name's.......who?The dynamic duo talk about the world's most famous secret agent - and who should take over from Daniel Craig and his Aston Martin - including the views of some of their listeners! They also kick off the episode with a general news update, including latest details this week from Fantastic Beasts, the new Joker in the DCU, Venom and Spider-Man Far From Home films! #GITS

This week we've bitten off more than we can chew. We explore Paradoxes!There's some philosophical avenues to explore, as well as some complex time travel scenarios. Can nuclear war truly be deterred?In typical OTT fashion, we look at pop culture and previous episodes. But our biggest question is, does one Paradox allow us to harness the energy of buttered toast and resolve the world's energy crisis?!#GITS

This week, Alex & Dan are showing off their newly gifted wing-suit (sans cowl!) as they take to the orange sofa to discuss the 35th MCU film and the fourth in the Captain America franchise - it's a Brave New World!The film can be tied up in 2hours, but does it tell us a consistent and enoyable storyline, full of impressive fight sequences, improved CGI (since Quantumania!) and a rich interwoven web of backstory for relatable characters? Well.... some of it is there, for sure!Marred by cancel culture and extensive reshoots, Alex & Dan discuss the bits they liked, the bits they didn't....and what was missing to need all of those reshoots. They also get some insight from an insider in the production team, which tells us some of what was going on behind the scenes - and why we perhaps got a version of the film we did.And where the hell is Rhodey?Grab your shield, this one is the spoilerific review you've been waiting for!#GITS

This week, the Dynamic South Coast duo return to the not-so-mean streets of Old Portsmouth to the cinema and back, to bring you their honest thoughts on the latest outing of the Captain America film series, this time with a new man wearing the mantle - Sam Wilson's version of the star spangled man!This is the 35th MCU Film (!) with lots to discuss and plenty of easter eggs - but this is as usual, a spoiler-free review fresh from the recliner cinema seats - the main review episode will follow shortly. Dan also narrowly ends up becoming road kill as the podcasters attempt to cross whilst recording, the Isle of Wight Ferry Terminal road! Always practice the green cross road - look both ways boys and girls!#GITS

This week, Alex & Dan look to those born between 1981and 1996, named "Millennials" or Gen Y - and seemingly how they appear to be destroying long established traditions and ways of life within society(!).From making Irons and Money redundant, to valuing flexibleworking practices and opting for a more tea-total lifestyles, there are many accolades which are being pinned on this generation - but is it all fair?Join the dynamic duo on the orange sofa this week, as theyrun through their list of things which seemed to have been shunned by Gen Y - and thanks to the power of social media - some of yours too!#GITS

It's the big one of the year! Alex & Dan take to the orange sofa of the South Coast in the UK to discuss what they are looking forward to in the world of entertainment this year! In usual good fashion, they reflect on their hopes and dreams for 2024 - and some didn't materialise or quite hit the mark as they had intended - will this year be any different? From plenty of films and noteworthy's on the big screen, there's more than a few shows to stream which they dynamic duo are looking forward to - all the way to gaming, some music and even a book thrown in for good measure! However above all of that, is the listener - yes you! We have plenty of things you guys are looking forward to this year and we have them all to share in this forward-facing episode in 2025! Sit back, relax and mark your calendars - it's going to be a busy one this year! #GITS

It's here! Join the South Coast Dynamic Duo on the orange sofa in OTT Central as they announce their winners and losers of 2024! With a streamlined category list, it was everything to fight for this year - but were there any upsets or surprises on the night? What emotion would Dan be if Disney Pixar came calling for InsideOut 3? Who was last year's most prolific phallic member - and who saved us all (invariably from ourselves!)? Sit back, relax and enjoy as we take you through the awards evening - and thanks to the power of social media - some of your nominees as well! #GITS