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Mal and Jo discuss the first half of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2! They talk about all of the characters and storylines that are working for them and the ones that aren’t! Plus, they hand out some midseason awards!(00:00) Intro(04:55) Opening Snapshot(30:25) Midseason Awards Explore the exclusive collection at Target.com Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time for a Dream of Nolan Spring! Mal and Jo continue their journey through Christopher Nolan’s filmography with ‘Memento’! They discuss how this unique film holds up on a rewatch, the influence it has had, and where it ranks among the rest of Nolan’s films. Plus, they give out some superlatives!(00:00) Intro(02:49) ‘Memento’ revisited(38:41) SuperlativesHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch!  This time they’re breaking down the second half of Season 4. They talk about the best moments from all your favorite characters, the best fight scenes, the best fits, and more!(00:00) Intro(07:28) Opening Snapshot(52:02) SuperlativesHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Jonathan FriasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to break down the first two episodes of ‘Star Wars: Maul—Shadow Lord.’ They talk about their favorite moments and characters from the show so far, where we are in the timeline, and where they think the show will go from here.(00:00) Intro(05:20) Mini Maul DiveHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Jacob Cornett, Chris ThomasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo have enrolled in UC Sunnydale and are ready to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch!  This time they’re breaking down the first half of Season 4 (through to Episode 12, “New Man”). They talk about the new and returning characters, the college setting, and the lack of a “big bad.” Plus, they give out some superlatives!(00:00) Intro(04:38) Opening Snapshot(48:50) SuperlativesHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo share their thoughts on the ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 premiere. They talk about what they liked, what they didn’t like and what they hope comes from the rest of the season. Then, they discuss the ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and ‘Dune: Part Three’ trailers!(00:00) Intro(04:42) ‘Daredevil: Born Again’(45:09) ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’(01:18:23) ‘Dune: Part Three’(01:59:22) ‘Dune’ Book SpoilersHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Chris Thomas and Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amaze! Amaze! Mal and Jo hop aboard the Hail Mary and head to Tau Ceti to dive deep into ‘Project Hail Mary.’ They talk about everything they loved about the movie and break down some of the adaptation choices from the book. Then they are joined by the author of ‘Project Hail Mary,’ Andy Weir!(00:00) Intro(05:51) Opening Snapshot(26:01) Deep Dive(01:54:56) Andy Weir InterviewHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Andy WeirProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Chris ThomasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are joined by Amanda Dobbins to continue Space Month! This time, they’re revisiting ‘The Martian’ in preparation for ‘Project Hail Mary.’ They discuss their overall thoughts on the movie, whether they could survive alone on Mars, who the least believable NASA employee is, and more!(00:00) Intro(04:07) Opening Snapshot(22:58) Tier 1: A mostly responsible discussion(01:21:59) Tier 2: Rapid-fire Martian morality/survival test(01:45:26) Tier 3: Bonus unhinged space roundHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Amanda DobbinsProducer: Carlos ChiribogaStudio Production: Jacob Cornett and Chris WohlersSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House of R and The Midnight Boys team up to bring you the 2026 Versies Awards and celebrate all the highs and lows of fandom content from 2025. Intro (00:00)Best Visuals (04:52)Best Line (12:35)Best Character (19:19)Saddest Moment (26:10)Best Music (34:15)Best New Character (42:35)Best Director (49:03)Best Showrunner (53:28)Best Movie Performance (56:48)Best Show Performance (01:02:14)Best Movie (01:14:29)Best Show (01:21:13)Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan, Joanna Robinson, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanProducers: Aleya Zeneris, Carlos ChirigobaEditors: Jamie Yukich, Stefano Sanchez, John RichterEditorial: Craig Gaines, Helena Hunt, Jack McCluskeyGraphics: Neil FranciscoStudio Production: Jacob Cornett, Kevin Cureghian, Chris Thomas, Chris WohlersAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are joined by Rob Mahoney and Chris Ryan for the Space Movie Draft! They’ll be drafting space saviors, visual splendor, space horror, first contact, space connections, and a wild card! (00:00) Intro(04:50) Opening Snapshot(26:09) Jo's no. 1 pick(28:59) Chris's no. 1 pick(33:13) Mal's no. 1 pick(37:18) Rob's no. 1 pick(39:54) Rob's no. 2 pick(41:26) Mal's no. 2 pick(43:47) Chris's no. 2 pick(47:34) Jo's no. 2 pick(49:14) Jo's no. 3 pick(53:41) Chris's no. 3 pick(55:50) Mal's no. 3 pick(58:03) Rob's no. 3 pick(59:33) Rob's no. 4 pick(01:01:28) Mal's no. 4 pick(01:04:27) Chris's no. 4 pick(01:08:55) Jo's no. 4 pick(01:10:11) Jo's no. 5 pick(01:13:27) Chris's no. 5 pick(01:16:16) Mal's no. 5 pick(01:17:38) Rob's no. 5 pick(01:18:35) Rob's no. 6 pick(01:21:07) Mal's no. 6 pick(01:22:13) Chris's no. 6 pick(01:25:26) Jo's no. 6 pick(01:27:54) Honorable mentionsHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuests: Rob Mahoney and Chris RyanProducers: Carlos Chiriboga, Chris Thomas, Jacob Cornett, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, and Neil FranciscoSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Chill Nolan Winter! Mal and Jo are joined by Van Lathan to continue their journey through Christopher Nolan’s filmography with ‘Interstellar.’ They discuss their original experience with the movie, the influence it’s had, the story, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives!(00:00) Intro(17:46) Opening Snapshot(01:00:49) Funniest Line(01:06:17) Sickest Set Piece(01:12:33) Who Is the REAL Villain of This Movie?(01:18:11) Most Exquisitely Gorgeous Shot(01:26:57) The Scene You Think About the Most(01:35:18) Where Would You Put the F-Bomb(01:42:29) Best Use of a Nolan-Verse Regular(01:48:20) Stealth MVP(01:53:17) Best Dead Wife Moment(01:56:19) Clearest “Great Man” Moment(02:01:13) Who Was Miscast and How Would You Replace Them?(02:09:35) Horniest Moment(02:14:18) The Line That Hits the Hardest(02:21:19) Most Devastating Moment(02:29:23) Most Unforgettable Zimmerism(02:34:13) Actor Who Should Have Returned to the Nolan-Verse(02:36:44) The Most Nolan Thing About This Movie(02:42:05) ‘The Odyssey’ HypeHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Van LathanProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From books to ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ to ‘Wonder Man,’ the House of R mailbag is here. Jo and Mal answer all of your burning questions about the content you love!(00:00) Intro(01:21) Programming Reminders(05:39) Is Ser Arlan an Actual Knight?(11:23) A ‘Game of Thrones’ Movie Is in Development(15:43) Book Recommendations - 'The Will of the Many'(23:48) Book Recommendations - 'The Everlasting'(25:11) Book Recommendations - 'Katabasis”'(31:04) 2026 Book Recommendations(39:09) Anticipated Book Adaptations(43:28) Underrated Show or Performance(56:12) Who Will Win ‘Survivor 50’ and Who Will Cameo on ‘White Lotus’?(01:07:19) ‘Pride and Prejudice’ on Netflix Casting(01:12:09) ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Coverage(01:17:18) Would You Rather Hang Out With The Doctor or Rocky?(01:20:35) Thoughts on the ‘Traitors’ Finale(01:32:00) Thoughts on ‘Wonder Man’(01:42:46) Most Exciting Thing About Joanna’s MoveHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo aren’t ready to leave Westeros yet! They are back to dive deep into the trailer for ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3!(00:00) Intro(05:43) Opening Snapshot(19:22) Deep dive(01:03:45) Book spoilers!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga, Jon Jones, and Chris ThomasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the final episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Season 1! They talk about the offers from Maekar and Lyonel, the green-apple Fossoways, and some changes from the novella. Plus, they look ahead to the future of the show!(00:00) Intro(05:29) Opening Snapshot(15:30) The Laughing Storm’s offer(50:12) Hard conversations at Baelor’s funeral(01:03:03) Mr. and Mrs. Fossoway, of the green-apple Fossoways(01:11:30) Maekar summons Dunk(01:38:53) ​​Arlan’s final words(01:55:44) Daeron crashes the wake(02:09:02) Egg’s dark night of the silver-haired soul(02:21:54) Dunk counters Maekar’s offer(02:25:25) Sweetfoot returns!(02:29:35) ‘Tales of Dunk and Egg’(02:34:03) Book spoilers!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Chris ThomasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back to break down ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 6, “The Morrow.” They discuss the aftermath from the trial, Dunk and Egg beginning their adventures, and the future of the show. Plus, they talk about the ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 teaser. (00:00) Intro (1:49) CR’s recap (5:08) Favorite moment (12:45) War is coming (18:49) Can this show continue beyond the text? (24:38) Valarr Targaryen reflects on his father’s death (30:10) Egg's future and his Targaryen roots (34:33) Which S1 characters could return for S2? (39:05) Dunk was never knighted (41:38) ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 (48:18) Needle drop at the end of the episode Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Lighting Director: Sarah Reddy Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are finally back in the Hellmouth! They continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch with the second half of Season 3!  They talk about the best fights, most dated moments, the best fits, horniest moments, and more!(00:00) Intro(03:08) Mailbag(05:52) Opening Snapshot(01:11:13) SuperlativesHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about the brutality of the trial, the flashback, a shocking death, and much more! (00:00) Intro (03:01) Opening Snapshot (21:09) Pregame Warm-Ups! (47:23) The Trial of Seven Begins (01:13:56) Raiding the Redgrass Field (01:23:57) Rafe Enters the Chat (01:28:30) Dangers on the Road (01:40:31) A Future Planned, a Future Robbed (01:50:40) Is That Ser Arlan’s Music?! (02:11:45) Dunk Versus Aerion (02:26:44) Baelor—"Breakspear"—Falls (02:33:00) Book Spoilers! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Sarah Reddy Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back to break down ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 5, “In the Name of the Mother.” They discuss the trial of seven, the flashback to Dunk’s youth, and the most shocking moment of the series so far. (00:00) Intro (1:05) CR’s recap (6:40) Favorite moment (8:20) Thoughts on the flashback (15:10) Young Dunk (20:06) The Redgrass Field Battlefield (25:56) The trial of seven (28:10) When did Baelor get hit? (33:02) Baelor’s big scene (44:51) What will be the aftermath? Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Lighting Director: Sarah Reddy Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo celebrate another Valentine's Day together by pairing their annual V-Day Quickie with the next installment of the Best of the Century (So Far) series. Talk about a hookup! They share their favorite descriptions of love, sex scenes, surprise pairings, and more!(00:00) Intro(05:12) The Rules(10:38) Favorite Couple That We Actually Got(21:21) That's What the FanFic Is For(36:05) Surprise Pairing You Wound up Caring About the Most(43:00) No. 1 Champion Yearner(50:05) Passionate First Kiss(56:27) Hottest Sex Scene(01:05:57) The Sex Scene That Made You a Romantasy Fan(01:20:37) I Have Questions About the Physics(01:38:26) Most Gorgeous Description of Love(01:46:32) Poignant PartingHosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about the trial of seven, Raymun getting knighted, and Baelor's decision to join Dunk's side.(00:00) Intro(06:25) Opening Snapshot(17:47) Dunk awaits his judgment(51:46) Baelor gives Egg some tough love(01:13:40) Baelor counsels Dunk(01:36:33) Dunk demands trial by combat. Aerion ups the ante.(01:49:30) The Fossoways side with Dunk(01:58:36) Daeron the Drunken. Daeron the Dreamer.(02:09:29) Dunk, like Jo, is always thinking of puppets(02:16:49) Steely Pate gives Dunk his shield and some encouragement(02:26:57) Dunk meets his side(02:34:24) Ser Steffon (Stevron?) flips(02:38:37) Raymun asks for his knighthood(02:52:25) The seven theory redux(03:01:06) Dunk appeals to the crowd(03:14:29) Baelor Breakspear does his best Oberyn impression(03:25:02) Book spoilers!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back to break down ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 4, “Seven.” They discuss Daeron’s dream, the teams for the trial of seven, and the knighting of Raymun Fossoway. Plus, did Aerion have a point? (00:00) Intro (1:47) CR’s recap (5:06) Favorite moment (9:25) Did Aerion have a point? (13:24) Daeron’s dream (18:11) Recruiting the teams for the trial (28:14) The knighting of Raymun Fossoway (34:37) Egg and Baelor supporting Dunk Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Lighting Director: Sarah Reddy Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about Dunk and Egg’s morning routines, the cruelty of Aerion, and the reveal of Egg’s identity.(00:00) Intro(04:49) Opening Snapshot(30:26) Two Tickets to the Egg and Thunder Show, Please!(52:40) Ser Robyn Rhysling and His Walking Stick Interrupt(01:09:33) Morning Chores and Sewing Lessons(01:22:47) Top Chef: Ashford Meadow(01:29:45) The Day’s Jousting Commences(01:45:00) Plummer Reveals His Match-Fixing Scheme(01:53:30) Aerion Brightflame Challenges Ser Humfrey Hardyng(02:09:35) Three-Fingered Alice’s Song(02:17:11) Market Town Prophecies(02:24:58) Raymun Serves Cider and Spills Targ Tea(02:34:50) Aerion Attacks Tanselle. Dunk Responds.(02:51:40) Egg’s Identity Is Revealed(02:58:16) Book Spoilers!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back to break down ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 3, “The Squire.” They discuss their favorite moments of the episode, Egg’s big reveal, and what it all means going forward. (00:00) Intro (1:20) CR’s Recap (6:30) Favorite Moment (9:37) Is This Show a Hit? (12:17) The Egg Twist (19:56) Aerion Brightflame (25:47) Aegon Targaryen (32:56) Targaryens and Incest (40:24) Alice and Her Three Fingers (43:01) Humfrey Hardyng (46:33) Robyn Rhysling Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Lighting Director: Sarah Reddy Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped films, TV shows, and everything in between of 2026! Sean Fennessey and Rob Mahoney also join in to add to the annual chaos that is picking from the best the new year has to offer. (00:00) Intro(03:42) The draft order(06:18) Looking back at the 2025 Hype Draft(12:16) The rules(25:47) Sean’s no. 1 pick(29:14) Mal’s no. 1 pick(32:21) Jo’s no. 1 pick(35:16) Rob’s no. 1 pick(37:39) Rob’s no. 2 pick(42:56) Jo’s no. 2 pick(45:58) Mal’s no. 2 pick(50:36) Sean’s no. 2 pick(52:05) Sean’s no. 3 pick(56:03) Mal’s no. 3 pick(01:01:14) Jo’s no. 3 pick(01:06:30) Rob’s no. 3 pick(01:08:42) Rob’s no. 4 pick(01:11:39) Jo’s no. 4 pick(01:14:59) Mal’s no. 4 pick(01:17:45) Sean’s no. 4 pick(01:21:11) Sean’s no. 5 pick(01:25:03) Mal’s no. 5 pick(01:27:57) Jo’s no. 5 pick(01:29:37) Rob’s no. 5 pick(01:30:39) Honorable mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Rob Mahoney and Sean FennesseyProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about Dunk as Ser Arlan’s legacy, the Targaryens' arrival, and the start of the tourney. And, of course, they have plenty of thoughts about THAT Ser Arlan scene. (00:00) Intro (08:12) Opening Snapshot (21:45) Dunk remembers Ser Arlan. Does anyone else? (53:52) Egg gives Dunk a pep talk (58:09) The Targaryens arrive at Ashford (01:06:30) Dunk meets Aerion Brightflame (01:10:22) Dunk meets the Kingsguard (01:21:21) Dunk makes his pitch to Baelor (Maekar is also here) (01:50:09) Puppet shows and shield commissions (02:03:57) Egg has another pep talk for Dunk—but wants one too (02:06:30) Tug-of-war (02:08:40) Dunk seeks an armorer (02:11:51) Dunk says goodbye to Sweetfoot (02:16:35) It’s time for the opening joust (02:24:49) Dunk reflects on Arlan’s legacy and makes a pledge (02:28:13) Book spoilers! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Targaryens have arrived, the tourney has begun, and Talk the Thrones is here to break it all down! Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson react to ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 2, “Hard Salt Beef.” They talk about the flashback with Ser Arlan, plus Dunk meeting Baelor and the rest of the Targaryens. And, of course, CR has some thoughts about the Kingsguard. (00:00) Intro (00:54) Programming reminders (2:28) CR’s recap (7:08) Favorite moment of the episode (9:43) Targaryens without their dragons (16:19) Baelor knows ball (19:45) Egg is wise (25:07) The tourney and all its glory (27:23) Prince Valarr and his abilities (28:41) The Kingsguard and their cloaks (34:06) Prince Aerion is kind of a dick (38:39) Puppets and dragons Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Westeros to dive deep into the latest ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff series, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about everything from Dunk’s attempt to enter the tourney, Dunk meeting Egg, and the introduction of the incredible Lyonel Baratheon. (00:00) Intro (09:48) Opening Snapshot (41:12) Dunk Buries Ser Arlan of Pennytree (48:02) Dunk Contemplates His Future (01:05:25) Dunk Meets Egg (and a Mysterious Stranger) At the Inn (01:13:57) Dunk Arrives At Ashford Meadow to Join the Lists (01:28:40) Dunk Seeks Ser Manfred Dondarrion (01:35:24) The Fossoway Apples Enter the Chat (01:42:11) Ser Manfred Really Needs An Alarm Clock (01:44:23) Tanselle Too-Tall Is Not Too Tall For Me (01:50:44) Bonding With Raymun (01:51:50) The Laughing Storm Dances His Way Into the Story (02:12:11) Ser Manfred Rejects Dunk (02:13:39) Dunk Takes on a Squire! (02:23:15) Book Spoilers! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talk the Thrones is back! There’s a new knight in Westeros and Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson return to break everything down! They talk about their favorite moments and characters so far, where we are in the timeline, and how it all compares to the novella. (00:00) Intro (00:59) Initial Reactions (2:19) CR’s Recap (8:09) Favorite Moment of the Episode (12:58) Book Thoughts (24:05) Where Is This Show in the Timeline? (36:24) Egg’s Performance (38:38) Lyonel Baratheon (43:51) Thoughts on the Whores (48:38) Outro Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Hellmouth! They continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch with the first half of Season 3 (through Episode 12, “Helpless”)!  They talk about their favorite episodes, most dated moments, the best fits, how hot Giles is, and more! (00:00) Intro (15:49) Opening Snapshot (52:56) Our Favorites: Season 3, Episode 6, “Band Candy” (01:12:09) Our Favorites: Season 3, Episode 12, “Helpless” (01:33:14) Superlatives Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo take a trip to Hawkins one last time to dive deep into the ‘Stranger Things’ finale! (00:00) Intro (04:13) Opening Snapshot (28:57) Operation Beanstalk, Part 1: Lab Edition (46:21) Operation Beanstalk, Part 2: Sending Joyce Up That Tower (01:00:51) Operation Beanstalk, Part 3: Time Travel-ish… (01:14:32) A Reminder of Kali’s Powers (01:21:20) Hopper Freaks Out (01:34:14) The Teens (and Joyce) Reach the Abyss (01:40:26) You Know Who Is Running? The Kids. (01:50:28) Meanwhile, Sigh, the Military (02:04:07) Vecna and Henry and One and Will and THE MIND FLAYER (02:19:41) The Party vs. the Mind Flayer (02:35:50) Cue the Prince (02:48:27) 18 Months Later (03:05:40) Dustin Henderson Graduates (03:16:41) Hawkins Forever (03:23:07) Hopper and Joyce Go To Enzo’s (03:25:13) I Want to Believe Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Upside Down to dive deep into Episode 7 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5, Volume 2! (0:00) Intro (6:10) Opening Snapshot (22:28) "Chapter Seven: The Bridge" (2:16:45) Theory Corner Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Oscar De La Luz and Tucker Tashjian Social: Alysha Tsuji Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Upside Down to dive deep into the first two episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5, Volume 2! (00:00) Intro (04:15) Opening Snapshot (32:54) “Chapter Five: Shock Jock” (01:44:34) “Chapter Six: Escape from Camazotz” (02:42:41) Stage Show Script Reader Corner Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo get into the holiday spirit with a gift swap! This time they exchange ‘Interview With the Vampire’ Season 2 for ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash.’ Plus, they discuss the new ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Teaser. (00:00) Intro (08:15) ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Teaser (20:48) ‘Interview With the Vampire’ Season 2 (01:13:14) ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo count down and relive their top moments of 2025! They talk about everything from ‘Andor’ and ‘Stranger Things’ to ‘The Last of Us’ and ‘Superman.’ (00:00) Intro(11:25) Jo’s no. 10(15:19) Mal’s no. 10(19:21) Jo’s no. 9(24:06) Mal’s no. 9(29:26) Jo’s no. 8 and Mal’s no. 7(38:11) Mal’s no. 8(42:23) Jo’s no. 7(45:00) Jo’s no. 6(50:51) Mal’s no. 6(57:20) Jo’s no. 5 and Mal’s no. 4(01:03:42) Mal’s no. 5(01:09:16) Jo’s no. 4(01:12:57) Mal’s no. 3(01:16:50) Jo’s no. 3 and Mal’s no. 2(01:26:17) Jo’s no. 2 and Mal’s no. 1(01:37:41) Jo’s no. 1 Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are heading into battle as they go through their favorite fights of the century. They talk about everything from ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender.’ (00:00) Intro(18:34) Jo’s no. 10(22:06) Mal 's no. 10(25:58) Jo’s no. 9(29:13) Mal’s no. 9(33:54) Jo’s no. 8(39:09) Mal’s no. 8(43:46) Jo’s no 7(48:44) Mal’s no. 7(55:14) Jo’s no. 6(59:18) Mal’s no. 6(01:05:48) Jo’s no. 5(01:09:00) Mal's no. 5(01:18:56) Jo’s no. 4 and Mal’s no. 3(01:31:02) Mal’s no. 4(01:35:18) Jo’s no. 3(01:39:26) Jo’s no. 2(01:43:15) Mal’s no. 2(01:53:29) Mal and Jo’s no. 1(02:06:53) Honorable mentions Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jon JonesSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Westeros to break down the final trailer for the new ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.’ First, they discuss their overall impressions of the trailer and set the stage for this story; then they break down the trailer moment by moment in a spoiler-free fashion. Later, they head over to book corner for a spoiler-filled trailer chat! (00:00) Intro(06:15) Opening snapshot(28:06) Spoiler-free trailer breakdown(01:44:47) Book corner: SPOILERS! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jon JonesSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo return to the Upside Down to dive deep into episodes 3 and 4 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5. (0:00) Intro (8:15) Opening Snapshot (48:40) Deep Dive (2:48:04) Theory Corner Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Chris Thomas and Mike Wargon Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit ⁠target.com/StrangerThings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Upside Down to dive deep into the first two episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5, Volume 1! (00:00) Intro (4:25) Opening Snapshot (28:39) "Chapter One: The Crawl" (1:56:33) "Chapter Two: The Vanishing of …" Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, Jon Jones, and Mike Wargon Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo hit the yellow brick road and head back to Oz for ‘Wicked: For Good.’ They dive deep into the highly anticipated sequel, breaking down everything from the songs and relationships in the movie to their questions and theories about how a scarecrow has sex. (00:00) Intro (9:44) Opening Snapshot (33:19) Deep Dive Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Chris-p Nolan Fall! Mal and Jo are joined by Chris Ryan to continue their journey through Christopher Nolan’s filmography with ‘Dunkirk.’ They discuss their original experience with the movie, the unique story structure, the performances, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro (04:08) ‘Dunkirk’ (56:06) Superlatives and Other Sundries Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit https://target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Mike Wargon Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo go to the movies! They discuss two recent releases with ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘The Running Man.’ Plus, they get into the horniest moments in Guillermo del Toro’s movies and the best action sequences in Edgar Wright’s movies! (00:00) Intro(06:29) Opening Snapshot(11:49) ‘Frankenstein’(53:44) ‘The Running Man’ Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Mike WargonSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are ready to face off against Vecna as they wrap up their rewatch of ‘Stranger Things’ in the run-up to the fifth and final season. Now it’s time for Part 2 of Season 4! They talk about their original experience with this season, hand out some superlatives, and look ahead to Season 5. (00:00) Intro(08:25) Opening snapshot(50:52) Stranger superlatives(02:15:32) Season 5 look-ahead Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jade WhaleySocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sing along with Mal and Jo as they go through their favorite musical moments of the century. They talk about everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ to ‘The Leftovers’ and ‘Lost’! Musical Moments Playlist (00:00) Intro (05:55) Our favorite musical moments (27:02) Jo’s no. 10 (34:18) Mal’s no. 10 (40:43) Jo’s no. 9 (46:10) Mal’s no. 9 (56:45) Jo’s no. 8 (01:03:11) Mal’s no. 8 (01:10:24) Mal’s no. 7 (01:19:00) Jo’s no. 6 (01:26:38) Mal’s no. 6 (01:35:09) Jo’s no. 5 (01:40:50) Mal's no. 5 (01:49:08) Jo’s no. 4 (01:55:46) Mal’s no. 4 (02:04:07) Jo’s no. 3 (02:11:42) Mal’s no. 3 (02:19:05) Mal’s no. 2 and Jo’s no. 7 (02:26:29) Jo’s no. 1 (02:35:03) Mal’s no. 1 and Jo’s no. 2 (02:49:52) Honorable mentions Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit https://target.com/StrangerThings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Upside Down to continue their rewatch of ‘Stranger Things’ in the run-up to the fifth and final season. Next up: revisiting the first part of Season 4 (Episodes 1-6)! They talk about their original experience with this season and hand out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro (11:11) Season 5 trailer reaction (23:54) Opening snapshot (50:33) Stranger superlatives Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell and John Richter Watch the full spot on Stranger Things Day, November 6 at https://Target.com/StrangerThings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch with the second half of Season 2! They talk about their favorite episodes, the most dated moments, the funniest moments, the horniest moments, and more! (00:00) Intro (09:58) Opening snapshot (37:11) Our favorites (01:40:41) Superlatives Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Hellmouth! They continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch with the first half of Season 2 (through Episode 14 “Innocence”)!  They talk about their favorite episodes, most dated moments, the best fits, how hot Giles is, and more! (00:00) Intro(12:49) Opening Snapshot(38:48) Our Favorites(01:19:40) Superlatives Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It feels good to be bad! Mal and Jo share their top 10 villains of the century (so far) and round it out with some honorable mentions. (0:00) Intro (6:19) Rules (24:31) Jo’s no. 10 (29:50) Mal’s no. 10 (37:56) Mal’s no. 9 (42:31) Jo's no. 8 (49:12) Mal’s no. 8 (54:21) Jo's no. 7 (1:04:15) Jo's no. 9 and Mal's no. 7 (1:08:28) Jo's no. 6 (1:16:39) Mal's no. 6 (1:22:14) Jo's no. 5 (1:28:30) Jo's no. 4 (1:34:55) Mal's no. 4 (1:40:22) Mal's no. 3 (1:47:29) Jo's no. 3 and Mal's no. 2 (1:57:31) Mal's no. 5 and Jo's no. 2 (2:07:27) Jo's no. 1 (2:14:53) Mal's no. 1 (2:22:52) Honorable Mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Mike Wargon, Kevin Lam, and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Westeros to dive deep into the first trailer for the new ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.’ First, they discuss their overall impressions of the trailer and expectations for the show, then they break down the trailer moment by moment in a spoiler-free fashion. Later, they head over to book corner for a spoiler-filled trailer chat! (00:00) Intro(22:48) Opening snapshot(01:10:49) Deep dive(02:18:17) Book corner: SPOILERS! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo is joined by some of your favorite Ringer hosts to talk about Halloween, rules for picking a costume, and what pop culture–related costumes will be the most popular this year. From ‘Weapons’ and ‘One Battle After Another’ to ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and ‘Andor,’ this pod has a little bit of everything! (00:00) Intro (02:25) Van Lathan and Charles Holmes (24:28) Chris Ryan (34:40) Jodi Walker and Nora Princiotti Host: Joanna Robinson Guests: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Chris Ryan, Jodi Walker, and Nora Princiotti Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jon Jones Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Social: Jomi Adeniran Check out our Ringer Movies channel: youtube.com/@ringermovies CONNECT Shop: https://theringer.com/shop Website: http://theringer.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ringer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ringer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Hawkins to continue their rewatch of ‘Stranger Things’ in the run-up to the fifth and final season. Next up: revisiting Season 3! They talk about their original experience with this season and hand out some superlatives! (00:00)  Intro(03:57) Mailbag(08:36) Opening Snapshot(45:19) Best New Addition(51:00) Best Use of the Summer Setting(53:09) Most Important Relationship(01:00:23) Most Emotional Moment(01:13:49) Funniest Moment(01:23:11) Scariest Moment(01:31:01) Goopiest Moment(01:33:42) Best Coming-of-Age Moment(01:38:33) Award for Honoring the Nerds(01:43:51) Ship Wars(01:51:18) Best Quote(01:56:57) Most Memorable Visual(02:00:25) Favorite Pop Culture Influence(02:04:08) Most Potent Use of ‘80s Nostalgia(02:06:43) '80s Parenting: We Have Some Notes(02:10:47) Fit (or Hair) Lord(02:12:40) Shortest Shorts Lord(02:16:00) Best Needle Drop(02:18:43) Best Netflix Subtitles(02:21:28) Season 3 MVP(02:23:00) Season 5 Lookahead Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s more to be hyped about than falling leaves and Halloween! Mal and Jo are here again to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this fall season! (0:00) Intro (11:06) 'Predator: Badlands' (14:20) 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' (20:21) 'The Running Man' (23:46) 'Star Wars: Visions' Volume 3 (26:44) 'Wicked: For Good' (33:24) 'Fallout' Season 2 (38:05) 'The Everlasting' (42:20) 'The Strength of the Few' (46:00) 'Frankenstein' (51:12) 'Bugonia' (55:34) 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Season 2 (59:40) 'Pluribus' (1:04:50) 'Stranger Things' Season 5 (1:10:08) Honorable mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Mike Wargon and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo, Mal, and Rob are back together to dive deep into the final episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ Season 1! They talk about how the episode begins in contrast to how the previous episode ended, Morrow vs. Kirsh, looking ahead to a potential Season 2, and so much more! Also, the one and only Kirsh, Timothy Olyphant, joins Jo and Mal! Timothy discusses what he liked about portraying the synthetic character, working with Babou Ceesay, Kirsh’s relationship with Issac, and the "milking" process. (00:00) Intro (08:08) Opening Snapshot (37:11) Deep Dive (37:45) Fill In the Gaps (43:09) Kids In Cages … What Could Go Wrong? (01:04:43) To Morrow and To Morrow and To Morrow (01:14:02) Battle Bots: Morrow Vs. Kirsh (01:21:05) Wendy, Too, Is Sick of This Peter Pan B******t (01:29:27) Hide and Seek (01:34:57) Joe Vs. the Volcan-Eye (01:46:25) Adults In Cages … What Could Go Wrong? (01:49:26) Oh Needle Drops (01:53:29) Looking Ahead to Season 2 (01:58:42) Timothy Olyphant / Is Kirsh OK? (02:00:56) Will there be a new Kirsh hairstyle? (02:02:26) What is the “milking” process like? (02:06:00) What was it about working with Babou Ceesay? (02:09:16) What is the Kirsh-Isaac relationship? (02:14:59) What is the most helpful note a director can give? (02:16:22) Does Kirsh know how to flirt? (02:17:55) What led to giving Kirsh the signature hip waggle? (02:20:51) What does Kirsh really think of Boy Kavalier? (02:24:29) Are Givens and Kirsh connected by his daddy issues? (02:25:30) Which of his characters would survive longest in the Alien universe? Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and Rob MahoneyGuest: Timothy OlyphantProducers: Jessie Lopez and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are here to react to the surprise first look at ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’! They talk about their initial reactions and where we left off in Season 3 of 'The Mandalorian' before they each give their five favorite moments from the trailer! Intro (0:00:00)Opening Snapshot (4:09)Moment #1 (15:14)Moment #2 (31:30)Moment #3 (36:13)Moment #4 (40:37)Moment #5 (50:44) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Isaiah Blakely and Chris ThomasAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna RamgopowellSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They made a vow to pod, no matter how many realities they have to visit. Mallory Rubin is joined by Ben Lindbergh to hand out their midseason awards for 'Peacemaker' Season 2. Come for the Eagly talk, stay for the alternate-dimension takes. Later, James Gunn pops by for a chat with Mal on 'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 5; possible Season 3 theme song choices; the larger DCU; and more! (00:00) Intro (05:14) Opening snapshot (13:13) Most Important Eagly Moment (22:09) Best Fight Sequence (24:22) Favorite New Character (30:31) Most Compelling Relationship (37:07) Most Amusing Sequence (41:36) Most Touching Moment (46:26) Most Creative Use of an Alternate Reality (51:54) Most Innovative Use of a Gunnverse Regular (01:04:22) James Gunn on Episode 5 (01:12:14) James Gunn on the 11th Street Kids (01:19:02) James Gunn on the emotion of the story (01:23:05) James Gunn on animals (01:30:18) James Gunn on S3 theme song suggestions (01:35:22) James Gunn on the DCU (01:45:04) James Gunn on Lex Luthor (01:48:01) James Gunn on Batman Host: Mallory Rubin Guests: Ben Lindbergh and James Gunn Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, John Richter, Cameron Dinwiddie, Kevin Cureghian, and Belle Roman Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo, Mal, and Rob are back together to dive deep into the penultimate episode of ‘Alien: Earth’ Season 1! They talk about the Isaac aftermath, Wendy as “Mother,” Kirsh vs. Morrow Round 2, and more! (00:00) Intro (06:34) Opening snapshot (11:14) Mailbag (22:13) Slightly, Smee, and poor Arthur (01:09:56) The Isaac aftermath (01:31:51) Escape from Witch Mountain (01:46:29) Eyeballs and secret synths (01:57:04) Morrow vs. Kirsh: the rematch (02:01:17) Wendy/Marcy is Mother Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and Rob Mahoney Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo wrap up Hot Nolan Summer by revisiting Christopher Nolan’s 2006 movie, ‘The Prestige’! They discuss all the twists and turns of the movie and give out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro (05:13) 'The Prestige' (01:12:00) Funniest Moment( 01:18:31) Sickest Set Piece (01:25:11) Who Is the Real Villain? (01:33:06) Most Exquisitely Gorgeous Shot (01:35:08) The Scene You Think About the Most (01:45:45) Where Would You Put the One F-Bomb? (01:47:40) Most Baffling Accent (01:48:58) Best Use of a Nolan-verse Regular (01:51:17) Best Stunt (01:54:31) Stealth MVP (01:59:06) Best Dead-Wife Moment (02:01:36) Clearest “Great Man” Moment (02:07:41) Regrettably Miscast and How to Replace Them (02:08:28) Most Satisfying Twist (02:09:24) The Horniest Moment (02:11:13) The Line That Hits Hardest (02:13:04) Most Devastating Moment (02:15:42) Most Unforgettable Sound Design (02:19:29) Should Have Returned to the Nolan-verse (02:20:26) Most Nolan Thing About This Movie (02:22:14) What About ‘The Odyssey’ Are You Most Hyped About? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo and Rob dive deep into the sixth episode of ‘Alien: Earth’! They discuss some sad character deaths, the implications of resetting Nibs, what is actually canon in the ‘Alien’ universe, and more! (00:00) Intro (05:49) Opening Snapshot (17:45) Mailbag (33:39) The Peter Pan Question (39:00) Hermit and Kirsch Watching Wendy With the Alien (43:40) Resetting Nibs (53:25) Hermit and Wendy (01:01:52) Arbitration (01:13:56) Morrow and Kirsch in the Elevator (01:24:54) Slightly Gets an Upgrade in His Zoom Background (01:30:04) Hermit Drawing a Map and on Patrol (01:34:31) Fully Grown Alien (01:36:46) Kirsch Tells Isaac/Tootles to Take Care of the Critters (01:51:21) Wendy Confronts Dame about Nibs (02:00:55) Arthur and Slightly at the Lab Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s finally time for Mal and Jo to venture into the Hellmouth! They start their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch with Season 1! They talk about their favorite episodes, most dated moments, the best fits, how hot Giles is, and more! (00:00) Intro (08:15) Opening Snapshot (49:33) Our Favorites (01:36:02) Favorite Line (01:42:21) Best Villain of the Week (01:51:24) Best Fit (01:55:28) Favorite Episode (01:59:25) Best Coredlia-ism (02:02:44) Best Guest Star (02:06:41) When Willow Cries, We Cry (02:14:02) Best Fight Scene (02:18:44) Horniest Moment (02:24:07) Most 1997 Thing (02:27:26) Cringiest Low-Budget Moment (02:31:13) Most Creative Dusting (02:33:20) Funniest Moment (02:36:25) Most Emotional Moment Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, John Richter, and Chris Thomas Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal, Jo, and Rob come together to dive deep into Episode 5 of ‘Alien: Earth’! First, they catch up on how Jo is liking the season so far. Then, they talk about the decision to put a mini ‘Alien’ movie inside the show, the revelations about Morrow’s history, and more. Later, Mal and Jo are joined by showrunner Noah Hawley and the actor who plays Morrow, Babou Ceesay, to talk all about this intense episode! (00:00) Intro(09:07) Jo’s Episode 1-4 Takes(34:10) A Mini ‘Alien’ Movie in our TV Show!(59:23) Morrow’s History(01:06:48) The Boy/Petrovich Reveal(01:08:20) Please Pick the Worst Way to Die(01:29:07) Humans: We Have Some Notes(01:33:43) Aliens: We Stand in Awe(01:41:24) Noah Hawley and Babou Ceesay Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, and Rob MahoneyGuests: Noah Hawley and Babou CeesayProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back together and in Hawkins to continue their rewatch of ‘Stranger Things’ in the run-up to the fifth and final season. Next up: revisiting Season 2! They talk about their original experience with this season and hand out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro (08:46) Opening snapshot (22:08) Best New Addition (31:03) Most Important Relationship (38:39) Funniest Moment (42:46) Most Emotional Moment (45:45) Scariest Moment (54:12) Goopiest Moment (57:51) Best Coming-of-Age Moment (01:03:16) Award for Honoring the Nerds (01:10:05) Ship Wars (01:15:38) Best Quote (01:18:03) Most Memorable Visual (01:22:01) Favorite Pop Culture Influence (01:24:49) Most Potent Use of ’80s Nostalgia (01:27:59) ’80s parenting: We have some notes (01:31:14) Sophomore slump miscalculation (01:33:47) The Fit (or Hair) Lord of S2 (01:36:17) Best Needle Drop (01:39:01) The Most Netflix-y Subtitle (01:41:27) Season MVP (01:46:33) The Most Enticing Endgame Setup Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jon Jones Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Rob are back to dive deep into the fourth episode of ‘Alien: Earth.’ They talk about Wendy’s new skill, Morrow and Slightly’s chats, the xenolung, and more! (00:00) Intro(03:29) Opening Snapshot(09:34) The Opening Montage(13:09) Diagnosing Wendy(51:06) The Xenolung(57:54) Nibs’s Session With Dame Sylvia(01:04:45) Wendy Shows Hermit Her Room(01:08:02) Peter Pan Corner(01:11:52) Morrow and Slightly Have a Chat(01:18:17) Arthur Implores Dame Sylvia(01:27:35) ​​Morrow Levels Up His Control(01:31:13) Atom Reminds Hermit Who’s in Charge(01:37:04) Boy and Wendy Have a Chat(01:45:12) Tootles Requests a New Name(01:48:25) This Poor Sheep! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Rob MahoneyProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jon JonesSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal is joined by Mike Golic Jr. to dive deep(ish) into the ‘Peacemaker’ season 2 premiere! They talk about the continuity retcon, where we find all of our characters, and, of course, the orgy. Later, Mal talks to James Gunn about the show! (00:00) Intro(07:58) Opening Snapshot(18:24) The New Opening Credits Song and Dance(25:24) The Continuity Retcon(31:15) A.R.G.U.S(41:10) The 11th Street Kids(01:05:53) Peacemaker(01:45:30) James Gunn Interview Host: Mallory RubinGuests: Mike Golic Jr. and James GunnProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal is once again joined by Rob Mahoney to dive deep(ish) into the third episode of ‘Alien: Earth.’ They talk about Wendy and Hermit’s relationship, Boy Kavalier’s motivations, the lost boys starting to turn on each other, and more! (00:00) Intro(09:31) Opening Snapshot(11:55) Wendy and Hermit(38:13) Creatures(48:32) The Lost Boys(01:26:58) The Prodigy Braintrust(01:48:50) Morrow Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Rob MahoneyProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal is joined by many of your favorite Ringer hosts to talk about what stocks they’re buying, selling, or holding in the world of fandom. From the MCU and DCU to video game adaptations and ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ they talk about it all! (00:00) Intro(01:57) Sean: Video game adaptations(15:57) Van: The MCU(01:00:01) Charles: Tom Holland(01:14:16) Daniel: The DCU(01:22:08) Ben: Warner Bros. Pictures(01:32:29) Meg: ‘Brimstone’(01:41:57) Jomi: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’(01:52:27) Steve: ‘Battle Beast’(02:00:41) Kate: Cute animal merch(02:10:28) Jodi: Survival stories(02:23:05) Andy: Whimsy Host: Mallory RubinGuests: Sean Fennessey, Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Daniel Chin, Ben Lindbergh, Meg Schuster, Jomi Adeniran, Steve Ahlman, Kate Halliwell, Jodi Walker, and Andy Greenwald Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopowellSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal is joined by Rob Mahoney to dive deep into the first two episodes of ‘Alien: Earth’! They talk about everything from the Xenomorph to the tech overlords to some unexpected ‘Peter Pan’ references. Later, you can listen to an interview with Noah Hawley and Alex Lawther that Mal and Jo did at Comic-Con! (00:00) Intro(14:23) Opening snapshot(30:42) The Maginot(01:02:02) Tech overlords(01:33:29) The Lost Boys(01:47:35) Hermit and Wendy(02:13:09) Odds and ends(02:17:33) Noah Hawley and Alex Lawther Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Rob Mahoney, and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Noah Hawley and Alex LawtherProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo travel across the multiverse to Earth-828 to break down the latest entry in the MCU, ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’! They dive deep into each character, discuss the visuals and the story, and break down what it all means going forward. (00:00) Intro(08:18) Opening Snapshot(18:05) Box Office(23:58) State of the MCU(28:21) How We Got Here(48:49) Reed Richards(01:22:02) Sue Storm(01:31:43) Ben Grimm(01:39:06) Johnny Storm(01:41:15) Silver Surfer(01:49:57) Galactus(01:53:24) Franklin Richards(01:55:21) Stinger Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jonathan FriasSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are coming to you from San Diego Comic-Con to give you their favorite moments from the convention! From the ‘Alien Earth’ panel that Jo hosted to taking pictures with cosplayers, they talk about it all! (00:00) Intro(03:02) Jo’s panel reactions(05:06) Meeting the listeners(09:00) ‘Peacemaker’ panel(11:58) Mal’s panel reactions(16:25) ‘Percy Jackson’ panel(20:02) Hanging with the Ringer-Verse crew(22:54) ‘Interview with the Vampire’ panel(29:06) ‘Project Hail Mary’ panel(33:37) ‘Alien: Earth’ panel Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hot Nolan Summer continues! Mal and Jo are back to revisit Christopher Nolan’s 2010 movie, ‘Inception.’ They discuss how the movie holds up 15 years after its release, and give out some superlatives. They break down everything from the most baffling accent to the sickest set piece, and more! (00:00) Intro (10:38) Opening Snapshot (18:04) Hot Nolan Summer: 'Inception' (01:12:54) Funniest Moment (01:17:36) Sickest Set Piece (01:22:51) Who Is the REAL Villain of This Movie? (01:30:47) Most Exquisitely Gorgeous Shot (01:37:58) The Scene You Think About the Most (01:48:34) Where Would You Put the One F-bomb? (01:50:28) Most Baffling Accent (01:54:50) Best Use of a Nolan-verse Regular (01:59:22) Best Stunt(02:04:54) Stealth MVP (02:09:32) Best Dead Wife Moment (02:11:31) Clearest “Great Man” Moment (02:14:16) Regrettable Miscasting (02:17:32) Most Satisfying Twist (02:22:54) The Horniest Moment of This Film (02:25:28) The Line that Hits the Hardest (02:27:57) Most Devastating Moment (02:31:28) Most Unforgettable Zimmerism (02:32:54) Never Returned to the Nolan-verse But Should Have (02:34:28) The Most Nolan Thing About This Movie (02:35:25) What About ‘The Odyssey’ Are You Most Hyped For? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve called in the Justice Gang! Mal is joined by Van Lathan and Sean Fennessey to dive deep into James Gunn’s 'Superman.' They delve into their thoughts on the movie, James Gunn’s vision for the character, David Corenswet as Superman/Clark Kent, the heavy amount of themes in the film, the world-building of the new DCU, and more! Also, The Ringer-Verse is going to Comic-Con! We'll be hosting our very own panel at 6 p.m. PT on Thursday, July 24, at Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for all badge holders. Intro (00:00)Opening Snapshot (09:53)Initial Thoughts (21:23)David Corenswet as Superman/Clark Kent (48:34)Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane (57:27)The Themes of 'Superman' (01:01:51)Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor (01:16:29)Clark’s Parents (01:29:37)Krypto! (01:44:25)Mr. Terrific and the Justice Gang (01:49:14)Jimmy Olsen and Friends (02:01:17)Post-Credit Scenes (02:06:32) Hosts: Mallory RubinGuests: Van Lathan and Sean FennesseyProducers: John Richter and Eduardo OcampoSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Destiny has brought you here, this podcast is your density. Mal and Jo are back as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of ‘Back to the Future'! They discuss the cultural impact the franchise has made, Eric Stoltz as Marty McFly, timeline theories, and of course the incestuous horndog legend that is Lorraine McFly. Next, they come up with 12.1 questions about film and share their top five time-travel moments of the quarter century. (00:00) Intro (00:56) ‘Back to the Future’ turns 40! (07:36) Opening snapshot (01:09:30) 1.21 Gigawhats (12.1 questions about ‘Back to the Future’) (01:10:05) Most quotable line (01:14:25) What’s the most 1985 thing about this movie? (01:19:43) Best Biff-ism (01:24:58) Most ironic statement from either Marty McFly pre-time travel, or other people post-time travel? (01:27:48) Crispiest Glover moment? (01:33:47) Most iconic costume? (Non-Orange Puffy Vest Edition) (01:37:00) Most concerning Einstein moment (01:41:20) Favorite example of the BTTF franchise’s cultural impact (01:51:06) Favorite needle drop? (01:53:47) Chrispiest Lloyd moment? (02:01:07) What’s your biggest time-travel quibble? (02:06:19) What’s the horniest moment not involving incest? (02:08:03) The most astonishing incest moment? (02:13:01) Top five time-travel moments of the quarter century Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Jessie Lopez and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to wrap up ‘Squid Game’ Season 3! They break down the final three episodes by discussing the final game, a CGI baby, a surprising cameo, and more! Later, they discuss what games should be in the American version. (00:00) Intro(09:07) ‘Fourth Wing’ and ‘The Last of Us’ News(22:04) Opening Snapshot(36:04) Was the Final Game Captivating Enough?(51:55) Which Death Hit You the Hardest?(01:12:54) Too Much Baby-in-Peril Action?(01:16:43) Thoughts on Myung-gi(01:26:24) No-eul and 246(01:30:28) Jun-ho(01:32:29) Favorite or Least Favorite Payoff(01:36:18) Cate Blanchett Cameo(01:39:39) What Games Should Be in the American Season? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back for some more life-or-death games in ‘Squid Game’ Season 3! They break down the first three episodes by discussing the characters and relationships they were most invested in, as well as the emotional moments, surprising twists, and meaningful deaths. (00:00) Intro(00:53) ‘Project Hail Mary’ trailer reaction(12:55) ‘Squid Game’(41:12) Characters we’re invested in(49:48) Relationships we’re invested in(01:01:24) Most meaningful death(01:13:07) Most intriguing commentary(01:24:20) What’s the deal with the VIPs?(01:29:36) Most emotional moment(01:37:07) Most surprising twist(01:38:42) Most harrowing game Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Hawkins and the Upside Down for a rewatch of ‘Stranger Things’ in the run-up to the fifth and final season. First up: Revisiting Season 1! They talk about their original experience with the show and hand out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro(06:21) Opening Snapshot(29:48) Favorite Episode(36:43) Most Important Friendship(48:19) Funniest Moment(51:34) Most Emotional Moment(01:01:24) Scariest Moment(01:08:41) Most Electric Moment(01:14:22) Best Coming-of-Age Moment(01:19:00) Honoring the Nerds(01:25:32) Best Quote(01:27:31) Most Memorable Visual(01:33:35) Goopiest Goop(01:35:50) The Internet Was Wrong About This(01:41:29) Favorite Pop Culture Reference(01:45:02) Most Potent Use of '80s Nostalgia(01:46:55) Fit Lord(01:49:46) Best Needle Drop(01:51:33) Most Netflix-y Subtitle(01:52:32) Most Enticing Endgame Setup(02:01:57) Biggest Season 5 Question(02:10:24) Season 1 MVP Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are here to discuss ‘28 Years Later.’ They talk about what worked, what didn’t, the future of the franchise, and more! Plus, they create their pop culture zombie survival team! (00:00) Intro (06:24) ‘28 Years Later’ (41:14) The Father (01:17:19) The Mother (01:38:28) The Elder (01:53:14) The Jimmy Gang (01:58:43) The Bone Temple (02:03:00) Our Pop Culture Zombie Survival Team Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are going through their favorite speeches of the century. Listen as they struggle to narrow it down from ‘Lord of the Rings,’ ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Andor,’ and much more! (00:00) Intro(7:45) Rules(21:03) Jo’s no. 10(26:03) Mal’s no. 10(31:14) Jo’s no. 9(36:15) Mal’s no. 9(43:07) Jo’s no. 8(48:46) Mal’s no. 8(55:25) Jo’s no. 7(58:55) Mal’s no. 7(01:05:59) Jo’s no. 6(01:12:35) Mal’s no. 6(01:16:04) Jo’s no. 5(01:23:57) Mal’s no. 5(01:30:05) Jo’s no. 4(01:34:31) Mal’s no. 4(01:41:08) Jo’s no. 3(01:46:42) Mal’s no. 3(01:53:33) Jo’s no. 2(02:02:22) Mal’s no. 2(02:07:11) Jo’s no. 1(02:14:17) Mal’s no. 1(02:21:24) Honorable mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Hot Nolan Summer! Mal and Jo are back to revisit Christopher Nolan’s first Batman movie, ‘Batman Begins.’ They discuss how the movie holds up 20 years after its release and give out some superlatives. They break down everything  from the most baffling accent to the sickest set piece and more! (00:00) Intro (06:41) ‘Batman Begins’ turns 20 (01:00:59) Funniest line/moment (01:04:08) Sickest set piece (01:09:18) Who is the real villain of the movie? (01:17:04) Most exquisitely gorgeous shot (01:20:16) The scene you think about the most (01:29:13) Where would you put the one f-bomb? (01:32:52) Most baffling accent (01:35:25) Best use of a Nolanverse regular (01:40:41) Best stunt (01:44:28) Stealth MVP (01:50:28) Best dead wife moment (01:53:30) Clearest “great man” moment (01:56:38) Regrettably miscast and how to replace them (01:58:03) Most satisfying twist (01:59:50) Horniest moment (02:02:05) The line that hits the hardest (02:03:49) Most devastating moment (02:05:50) Most unforgettable Zimmerism (02:08:45) Never returned to the Nolanverse but should have (02:09:15) The most Nolan thing about this movie (02:10:59) What about ‘The Odyssey’ are you most hyped for? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let the hype flow through you! Mal and Jo are here again to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this summer season! (00:00) Intro(01:50) ‘House of R’ Summer Lookahead(12:09) Rules(18:21) ‘Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil’(22:30) ‘Ironheart’(25:39) ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’(27:56) ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’(35:58) ‘Eyes of Wakanda’(38:16) ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2(43:23) ‘Katabasis’(48:19) ‘Squid Game’ Season 3(53:47) ‘28 Years Later’(01:00:35) ‘Alien: Earth’(01:08:27) ‘Star Trek: Strange New Words’ Season 3(01:14:31) ‘Fantastic Four: The First Steps’(01:22:03) ‘Superman’(01:29:52) Honorable Mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to go through the latest installment in the John Wick universe, ‘Ballerina.’ They discuss the film’s box office results, break down what changed in the extensive reshoots, and talk about the future of the 'John Wick' franchise and whether it can survive without Keanu Reeves. Next, they each come up with five burning questions about ‘Ballerina’ and the rest of the Wickverse. (00:00) Intro(05:45) Opening snapshot(08:45) Box office results(25:32) What happened during the reshoots?(32:12) Our history with the Wickverse(42:38) Burning questions(43:59) Timeline continuity issues(55:43) Training dogs to attack the crotch(58:33) Is it time for the Continental to change its policies?(01:05:16) Is Evanescence's "Fight Like a Girl" the worst needle drop?(01:10:18) How much of a city in the Wickverse is made up of assassins?(01:15:42) What about the rest of the children at Hallstatt?!(01:17:15) Will the Director and Ruska Roma look to recruit at Hallstatt?(01:24:45) Accent corner with Joanna Robinson(01:28:13) Who put the hit on Eve?(01:39:35) Letter grades and final reaction Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Jessie Lopez and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are joined by Rob Mahoney for the ‘Mission: Impossible’ movie draft! They’ll be drafting their best Ethan Hunt, two team members, a villain, a MacGuffin, a stunt, and a device/gadget. Later, they also rank the ‘Mission: Impossible’ movies! (00:00) Intro (08:21) Rules (18:39) Mal Pick 1 (21:57) Rob Pick 1 (27:06) Jo Pick 1 (31:00) Jo Pick 2 (33:26) Rob Pick 2 (35:29) Mal Pick 2 (40:06) Mal Pick 3 (43:06) Rob Pick 3 (44:31) Jo Pick 3 (47:26) Jo Pick 4 (50:43) Rob Pick 4 (57:31) Mal Pick 4 (01:01:52) Mal Pick 5 (01:07:11) Rob Pick 5 (01:10:36) Jo Pick 5 (01:12:42) Jo Pick 6 (01:16:44) Rob Pick 6 (01:19:34) Mal Pick 6 (01:23:54) Mal Pick 7 (01:28:55) Rob Pick 7 (01:32:48) Jo Pick 7 (01:37:03) Recap (01:39:39) Honorable Mentions (01:46:32) ‘Mission: Impossible’ Rankings (01:51:16) Outro Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are joined by ‘Andor’ showrunner Tony Gilroy! They dive into everything from the world-building and ideology of ‘Andor’ to the fate of the Maya Pei Brigade, what’s in Syril’s box, and much more! (00:00) Intro(05:08) Speeches and Quotes in ‘Andor’(07:16) World-Building in ‘Andor’(10:24) The Sense of Place and Ideology in ‘Andor’(15:30) Balance of Characters(21:15) Power Dynamics and How They Shift(23:32) If You Made ‘Rogue One’ After ‘Andor,’ How Would it Be Different?(25:41) Jyn and Cassian’s Relationship(26:52) Figuring Out Character Retributions(29:42) Luthen and Saw(34:35) Staying in His Five-Year Period(36:40) Taking the Ideas of ‘Andor’ and Moving Beyond It(43:39) Which Characters Will You Miss Writing For?(46:11) Cinta Kaz and Tay Kolma’s Demise(48:00) B2EMO and a Farewell Scene with Cassian(51:57) Budget Restrictions Where They Had to Get Creative(56:56) Lessons to Take from ‘Andor’(01:00:35) Syril’s Private Box and Enza(01:03:04) Did Anyone from the Maya Pei Brigade Survive? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: Tony GilroyProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From books to ‘Star Wars’ to ‘The Last of Us,’ the House of R mailbag is here. Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about the content you love! (00:00) Intro (07:09) Book club with the Orioles (17:39) House of R countdowns (25:19) R-rated 'Star Wars' movies (43:49) 'Survivor 50' casting (52:30) 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot (57:37) Book recommendations (01:13:13) Bras and gauze in 'The Last of Us' (01:21:15) Food options in 'The Last of Us' (01:28:43) Finale reaction Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Jessie Lopez and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are joined by Chris Ryan to talk about how ‘Andor’ has changed their perception of ‘Rogue One.’ Then they dive deep into the movie and talk about each moment and character through the lens of ‘Andor.’ (00:00) Intro (07:21) Opening snapshot with Chris Ryan (50:27) Krennic comes for Galen (01:04:01) Cassian meets Tivik on Kafrene (01:10:48) Prison break: Jyn Erso (01:15:23) Taking Jyn to Yavin (01:23:21) Project: Imperial infighting (01:35:23) Converging on Jedha (01:58:07) Saw and Jyn reunite and hear Galen’s message (02:21:05) A change of heart on Eadu (02:38:28) A tense flight back to Yavin (02:42:13) Everyone in a position of power embarrasses themselves (02:56:36) Our rogues get their name (03:00:41) The Battle of Scarif (03:06:48) Cassian and Jyn versus Project Stardust (03:22:02) Vader chases us to 'A New Hope' Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Jonathan Frias and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the season two finale of ‘The Last of Us’! They take their signature deep dive and discuss this devastating episode. They talk about Ellie’s confession to Dina, a shocking death, catching up with Abby, and (most importantly) where is Shimmer!? (00:00) Intro (24:08) A night at the theater (35:16) Shimmer name check #1 (01:10:59) Shimmer name check #2 (01:23:15) It’s not our war (01:39:08) Is my Costco membership still good in the apocalypse? (01:49:56) The confusingly named Kingston Bookstore (02:13:01) I’m seasick just watching this (02:15:38) Day trip to the aquarium (02:32:52) Curtain call (02:43:30) Seattle day 1 (Again) (02:45:45) Spoilers: a fungus among us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and discuss this flashback-filled episode. They talk about Joel and Ellie’s trip to the museum, Eugene’s death, Ellie finding out the truth, and more! (00:00) Intro (18:44) Austin, 1983 (44:48) Vanilla … It’s Easier (52:59) “All My Missing Stolen Parts” (01:25:54) “This Is Just Too Good to Be Gone” (01:50:04) “When the Hurricanes and Cyclones Raged” (02:00:29) “I’m Grateful Now They’ve Left” (02:05:35) “All the Complexities and Games” (02:29:45) “When Wind Turned Dirt to Dust” (02:32:34) “All the Missing Crooked Hearts” (02:37:11) “All the Promises at Sundown” (02:56:03) Spoilers: A Fungus Among Us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jedha, Kyber, Erso. Mal and Jo return to recap the final three episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2. They break down Dedra's fate, Kleya and Luthen’s backstory, the build-up to ‘Rogue One’, and more. (00:00) Intro (04:32) Opening Snapshot (20:40) Lonni Shares the Endgame (57:41) Dedra and Axis Face Off (01:20:51) Panic at the ISB (01:25:26) Luthen and Kleya: An Origin Story (01:53:01) Kleya Hits the Hospital (01:58:58) Heart Begins His Hunt (02:04:23) Dedra Faces Krennic (02:15:42) Kleya Signals for Help (02:28:34) Orson and Lio! (02:34:57) Mission Kleypossible (02:46:28) The Not-So-Safehouse (02:52:46) The Yavin Push Begins (03:06:25) Reflections and Remembrances (03:15:58) “One Single Thing Will Break the Siege” (03:21:53) The Road to Rogue (03:35:06) The End Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and discuss a new evolution of the Cordyceps fungus, the arrival of some familiar faces in Seattle, and a major turning point for Ellie. (00:00) Intro (23:01) Happy Mother’s Day (50:16) Seattle day two (01:02:21) "Future Days" (01:22:31) Come and see (01:44:55) I love you; I know (01:57:03) A walk in the park (02:15:14) Spores galore (02:28:59) Present tense (02:32:12) Spoilers: A fungus among us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The galaxy is watching! Mal and Jo to recap the seventh, eighth, and ninth episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2. They break down what happens on Ghorman, the tragedy of Syril, Mon Mothma’s speech, Bix’s decision, and so much more. (00:00) Intro (05:48) Opening Snapshot (17:08) Wilmon Brings a Mission to Yavin (44:11) Cassian Meets a Force Healer (01:10:17) Cass and Wil Depart, Vel Visits Bix (1:17:37) Syril Confronts Dedra, Part 1 (01:31:26) The Ghorman Front Prepares (1:51:43) Forces Arrive on Ghorman (2:04:39) Taking to the Plaza (2:26:23) Syril Confronts Dedra (Again), Part 2 (2:34:08) The Ghorman Massacre (2:45:21) Syril vs. Cassian (2:55:46) Escaping Ghorman (3:01:25) The Senate Stands on Edge (3:07:45) Mon and Bail Plot and Scheme (3:10:42) Cassian’s Next Assignment (3:13:28) Luthen and Mon Meet (3:18:36) The Extraction Teams Arrive (3:20:41) Mon Mothma Makes a Speech for the Ages (3:32:35) Mon and Cassian Flee (3:35:37) Bix’s Decision Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and see how Ellie and Dina are doing as they make their way through Seattle. We also get introduced to a new member of the WLF, Isaac! (00:00) Intro (17:20) Cold Open (43:28) Rainbow Connection on Capitol Hill (56:18) Take on Me (1:26:55) If You Own Mauviel, You Use Mauviel (1:52:38) WMAB in Seattle (1:58:24) Dear God Help Me It’s a Crevice (2:07:05) A Night at the Theater (2:15:30) Did Somebody Say Nora? (2:18:30) Spoilers: A Fungus Among Us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time to enter the void as Mal and Jo return to break down the latest entry in the MCU! They discuss each character getting their moment to shine, share their thoughts on the action sequences, and get into the effects this has on the larger universe. (00:00) Intro (03:50) Opening Snapshot (09:29) Critical/Audience Reaction (15:44) Is Marvel Back? (36:02) Deep (Medium) Dive (53:22) The Vault Fight Sequence (01:00:23) Thoughts on Taskmaster (01:06:50) Inside Yelena’s Memory (01:12:16) Another Iconic MCU Elevator Scene (01:23:56) Congressman Bucky Barnes? (01:49:38) The Battle of One Block of New York (01:57:26) Mid- and Post-Credit Scenes Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Mike Wargon Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a storm brewing on Ghorman, and Mal and Jo are back to break it all down! They recap the fourth, fifth, and sixth episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2, including the various happenings on Coruscant, the Ghorman heist, ISB espionage, Saw Gerrera’s return, and so much more. (00:00) Intro (03:20) Opening Snapshot (13:22) Dreaming of Dr. Gorst (26:49) A Home-cooked Meal and a Debate About Protection (38:11) Luthen Inserts His Wedge (01:02:54) Goodbye, Gorst (01:05:53) Syril Settles in Among the Spiders (01:21:00) The Ghorman Front Recruits Syril (01:34:40) Varian Skye Heads to Ghorman (01:45:55) Both Sides Ready for the Transport Theft (01:54:00) Sending in Vel and Cinta (02:10:21) Another Lively Day of ISB Meetings and Senate Vote Whipping (02:21:14) The Bug Heist (02:37:40) Wilmon Brings Saw Gerrera a Gift (02:48:44) The Rhydonium Extraction Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Kai Grady Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It may be three months later in Jackson, but Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and see what happens to the town of Jackson in the wake of the devastating attack. We see how Ellie is recovering and will be determined to get justice. (00:00) Intro (13:02) Cold Open (29:54) Three Months Later (51:54) Meanwhile, at Miller Manor (1:11:13) 'Sorry I F****d Up Your Revenge Plan' Cookies (1:20:28) Now What? (1:29:39) You Wanna Know How I Got These Scars? (1:36:17) Pre-Trial With Captain Wyoming (1:38:52) The Council Meeting With the United Colors of Flannel (2:01:47) They Should be Building that Wall (2:08:31) Some Anti-Converse Propaganda (2:14:23) Craig Mazin Threw a Funeral for Us … Thanks? (2:17:15) Road Trip (2:21:22) Sleepover (2:24:14) Road Trip: The Sequel (2:25:11) Sightseeing (2:28:23) Spores Galore (2:29:03) Spoilers: A Fungus Among Us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanVideo Supervision: John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'Andor' is back, and so are Mal and Jo! These rebels break down everything in the first three episodes, from Cassian's mission, to a wedding on Chandrila to Syril and Dedra's relationship. (00:00) Intro (05:33) Opening Snapshot (17:05) Theft of the TIE Avenger (37:48) Cassian Meets the Maya Pei Brigade (46:44) The Brigade Fractures (51:30) Hiding Out with Our Ferrix Found Family (01:02:10) The Empire Arrives (01:12:10) Fleeing Mina-Rau (01:30:14) A Chandi Wedding: Day One (01:50:45) A Chandi Wedding: Day Two (02:12:02) A Chandi Wedding: Day Three (02:27:19) Krennic’s Secret Meeting at the Maltheen Divide (02:37:40) Back at the ISB and the Bureau of Standards (02:40:42) The Spinoff We Need: Eedy, Dedra, and Syril (02:49:08) Easter Eggs Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo and Mal are back to talk about the incredible yet devastating second episode of 'The Last of Us' Season 2. They dive deep into the Battle of Jackson, a major character death, and what it all means going forward! (00:00) Intro (06:52) Opening Snapshot (35:18) Deep Dive (35:57) Abby’s Dream (48:47) The Salt Lake Crew (58:18) Party (Emotional) Hangover (01:09:31) General Tommy Takes Over (01:14:22) 7-Eleven and Weed! (01:20:32) Here Comes the Horde (01:40:40) Battle of Jackson (01:52:12) Fore! (02:31:22) Spores Galore (02:33:21) Spoilers: A Fungus Among Us Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Devil has returned, and he brought two of his friends with him. Mal and Jo return to break down the Season 1 finale of 'Daredevil: Born Again' (05:12). They dive into the elements that made this finale great and discuss the return of Frank Castle, Karen adding a spark, and what they would like to see from the next season, coming soon. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal and Oscar De La Luz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get in the pit, Mari! Mal and Jo are here to dive into the Season 3 finale of 'Yellowjackets.' They discuss the reveal of Mari as pit girl, how the hunt compared to what we saw in the series premiere, and the Yellowjackets working against Shauna in both the past and present timelines. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The tendrils yearn once more! Jo and Mal are back to talk about the highly anticipated premiere of 'The Last of Us' Season 2. They give their overall impressions and recap what happened at the end of last season to bring us up to speed (19:37). Then they break down the events of the season, including Joel in therapy, an intro to new character Abby, and a hunt for a new form of infected! Later, they dive into the heavy game-spoiler section to game out where the season may go and all the events we may look forward to (01:43:25). Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal is joined by Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin to talk about the highs and lows of ‘Black Mirror’ Season 7. Later, they dive into Episode 8 of ‘Daredevil Born Again’ (1:26:38). Host: Mallory Rubin Gusts: Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: Jonathan Frias Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to find out who made the pit! Mal is joined by The Ringer's Jodi Walker to talk about the penultimate episode of season three of 'Yellowjackets'. They dive deep into the past timeline to see what twists and turns await the girls (33:30). Later they explore the present timeline to see what is really up with all these murders and see what they predict can happen in the highly anticipated finale (01:41:03). Hosts: Mallory Rubin Guest: Jodi Walker Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the merry month of April, Mal and Jo gather to catch up on 'Daredevil: Born Again' by offering some midseason superlatives, including sexiest sequence, favorite scene, and so much more! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eat it! Mal and Jo are here to dive into the latest episode of 'Yellowjackets.' They discuss Hilary Swank’s introduction as Melissa, Shauna’s dreams, and the fracturing of the group in both the past and present. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo and Van sit down to discuss and debate the “best” movie of the ‘Star Wars’ prequels! They break down the film-making decisions and lore to settle the debate over whether or not ‘Revenge of the Sith’ is a good movie! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Van Lathan Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, John Richter, and Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The time has come for an ax murder! Mal and Jo are here to dive into the latest episode of 'Yellowjackets' to discuss the frogs, fights, and frights that come from the past and the present. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jo has put together a team. A team of Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Sean Fennessey to discuss the status of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ in the wake of its latest episode. Also, they chat about the status of the superhero pop culture space at the present moment, as well as what they believe would be best for it going forward. Host: Joanna Robinson Guests: Van Lathan, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Murders, DAT tapes, and flashbacks, oh my! Mal and Jo return to discuss and dive deep into Episodes 5 and 6 of the third season of 'Yellowjackets.' They break down the past and the present to see what is going on with Shauna, what will the Misty and Walter investigation bring, as well as finally witnessing a major death! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The trial is upon us, and Jo and Mal are here to see whether Matt Murdock really is as good of a lawyer as he claims to be. They dive deep into the latest episode of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ and tackle all of Matt's wrongs and rights in this episode, as well as the Fisk marriage drama! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The yearning tendrils have returned! Mal and Jo are here to dive into the thrilling new trailer for the HBO smash hit 'The Last of Us'. They speculate on what may be coming this season as they look forward to this highly anticipated video-game adaptation. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Devil of Hell's Kitchen has returned, and it is time to dive deep with Mal and Jo into the two-episode premiere of 'Daredevil: Born Again'! They analyze all of the fights, drama, and the shocking death that kicks off this highly anticipated series, as well as speculate about the logistics of Kingpin's mayoral bid! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: Jonathan Frias Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the trial of the century! Mal and Jo are here to dive into the latest episode of 'Yellowjackets' as they break down the latest theories and reveals that surround all of our intrepid girls. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well, speak of the devil. On the eve of 'Daredevil: Born Again,' Mal and Jo revisit their 13 favorite moments from the original series, from the best Kingpin scene to the sickest fight to the sexiest sequence and beyond. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time to return to the pit as Mal and Jo return to dive deep into the latest episode of 'Yellowjackets'! They make some revelations about Marlie, share their thoughts on who might be "cave daddy" and discuss one of the craziest needle drops in the history of the show. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

it's a war time pod! Mal and Jo will be your generals as they dive into the latest MCU movie 'Captain America: Brave New World'. Join them as they talk about the film's reception as well as what they though about all the ups and downs in the latest installment in the Cap franchise. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for the smut! Mal and Jo are here on time for Valentine's to discuss all of their favorite books in the romantasy phenomenon, as well as the latest hit: 'Onyx Storm.' They take a look at your questions and emails and provide illustrations of some of the spicy scenes in he Empyrean series! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our intrepid girls have returned! As well as Jo and Mal to break down the double episode premiere of the third season of 'Yellowjackets'. They take a deep look into what happens in the aftermath of season two and where these first two episodes set up what hopes to be an incredible season. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From playlists to 'Severance' to 'Thunderbolts*' to D&D, the 'House of R' mailbag is here. Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about the content you love! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to hop into the conversation pit as Mal and Jo break down the things they loved about the first trailer for 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' (09:49). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dance with her! And dance with Mal and Jo as they revisit the sci-fi classic 'Ex Machina' on its anniversary! They hand out awards and praise for the film that gave us hot robots, existential dread, and perhaps a touch of murder. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The showrunners and directors behind 'Agatha All Along' (Jac Schaeffer), 'House of the Dragon' (Ryan Condal), 'Rings of Power' (Patrick McKay), and 'The Penguin' (Craig Zobel) join Jo and Mal to share their recommendations on what shows, films, and books to explore now if you're missing four of the TV shows that we loved best in 2024. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Jac Schaeffer, Ryan Condal, Patrick McKay, and Craig Zobel Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped films, TV, and everything in between of 2025! Sean Fennessey and Ben Lindbergh also join in to add to the annual chaos that is picking from the best the new year has to offer (26:01). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh and Sean Fennessey Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for the jabber jabber about the final two episodes of 'Skeleton Crew' with Jo and Mal! Our hosts take a look at the exciting finale of the latest 'Star Wars' show with their opening snapshot thoughts on the season as a whole (09:05). Later they dive deep into the back story of Jod, the kids making it back home, and what could be next in a galaxy far, far away (27:50). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It may be January, but the holiday season continues inside the 'House of R!' Mal and Jo have a holiday gift swap, exchanging a beloved season of television that the recipient had yet to see! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Jessie Lopez Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just imagine a place where you could hear a patented Deep Dive on not one, but TWO episodes of 'Skeleton Crew!' That’s right—'House of R' is back in 2025, as Mal and Jo join with the shanty-singing Jod, KB, Neel, and the rest of the Skeleton Crew to discuss the two latest episodes of the hit 'Star Wars' series! After a rollicking Opening Snapshot going over first impressions (09:21), Mal and Jo dive deep on both episodes (21:59), with more than a couple sprinklings of Theory Corner to boot! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Mike Wargon Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back on their final pod of the year to count down and relive their top magical storytelling moments of 2024! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in the Upside Down to dive deep into Episode 7 of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5, Volume 2! 0:00 Intro6:10 Opening Snapshot22:28 "Chapter Seven: The Bridge"2:16:45 Theory Corner Prepare for one last adventure at Target. Visit target.com/StrangerThings Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Oscar De La Luz and Tucker TashjianSocial: Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes the sands are cruel. Today, Mal and Jo are here to recap and react to the final episode of ‘Dune: Prophecy.’ They then break down the winners and losers of this season. And while it might have been underwhelming, they can always find the silver sand lining. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No more fighting! Jo and Mal are here to dive deep into the fourth episode of 'Skeleton Crew'! They break down all the new hijinks these crazy kids get up to and discuss their favorite Easter eggs. Later, they're joined by Ben Lindbergh for a Lore Corner! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arise, listeners of the Mark! Mal and Jo are here to announce and rank their most pleasant surprises of 2024 (12:24) before diving back into Middle-earth for their review of the epic new anime film 'The War of the Rohirrim' (35:37). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All aboard the Stinky Cinder - it’s time to dive deep with Mal and Jo as they discuss Episode 3 of 'Skeleton Crew,' (14:07). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh for a journey to hidden worlds of Star Wars with Lore Corner (01:46:45) and some Easter Eggs (02:08:37)! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh Producers: John Richter and Mike Wargon Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to talk about Episode 4 of ‘Dune: Prophecy’! But first, they break down the trailer for Season 2 of ‘Severance.’ They talk about what they’re most excited about from the trailer, and theories for the season (7:25). Then, they dive into 'Dune' by discussing six questions they have about the show (31:09).  Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin  Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter  Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie  Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal  Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is time to set sail across the stars with Mal and Jo as they dive into Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Skeleton Crew,' the latest 'Star Wars' adventure (07:07). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh for a dive into the 'Star Wars' lore corner about the mysterious planet our heroes come from (1:38:21). After that, Joanna chats with showrunners Jon Watts and Christopher Ford to discuss the pirate story inspirations for this swashbuckling tale (1:52:33). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh, Jon Watts, and Christopher Ford Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sisterhood above all! After that, it will be Ben and Van coming in to chat with Joanna about the latest episodes of 'Dune: Prophecy'. First, Ben Lindbergh comes in for a chat with Jo about the latest plot and themes of the new HBO drama (07:01). Later, Van Lathan drops by to talk about his experience with the Dune books and lore and how it can inform this new show (1:02:18). Host: Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your brooms and swords ready! It is time to dive into the movie double feature of the weekend. 'Gladiator II' and 'Wicked' are taking the world by storm, and Jo and Mal are here to give you their thoughts on both blockbuster spectacles. They also play a little game of Name That Thigh. 'Gladiator II' (10:15) 'Wicked' (1:01:58) Name That Thigh (2:00:06) Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All aboard the hype train! Mal and Jo are here to once again let the hype flow through them as they rank the things that they are most looking forward to this winter season! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fear remains the mind-killer, Jo and Mal are here to lead you through the desert once again as they dive semi-deep into the first episode of 'Dune: Prophecy.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes, you just have to make your way through a pile of corpses. Thankfully, Jo and Rob Mahoney are here to get you across as they take a look at the first episode of the second season of the Apple TV+ drama "Silo". They first discuss what they thought of the first season a a whole before diving into the stunning first episode along with all its twists and turns. Hosts: Joanna Robinson Guest: Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman, John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're on top of the world, Ma! Mal and Jo are here with us too, here to give us a deep dive into the finale of 'The Penguin'! They break down what they thought of the gangbusters finale before a special interview with showrunner Lauren LeFranc! Opening snapshot (00:00) Deep dive (00:00) Lauren LeFranc joins the show (00:00) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Lauren LeFranc Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Aleya Zenieris, and Felipe Guilhermino Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ignite your lightsabers, because cohosts Ryan Condal (House of the Dragon) and David Mandel (Veep, Curb Your Enthusiasm) of 'The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of' are here to share their insights on the art of collecting. Then, Ryan, David, Jo, and Mal each share their most coveted props from genre shows and films, including their top picks for wearables, weapons, MacGuffins, and more! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ryan Condal and David Mandel Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to sip some orange wine! Mal and Jo rejoin to discuss the latest batch of 'The Penguin' episodes before the season finale and hand out their superlatives. Favorite Episode (14:30) Favorite Scene (20:00) Favorite Oz and Sofia Quotes (35:25) Most Compelling Character of This Stretch (40:00) Character You Wish We’d Gotten to Spend More Time With (53:48) Most Illuminating Flashback (or Trip Down Memory Lane) (1:00:40) Most Disturbing Moment (1:07:57) Most Captivating Location (1:12:47) Favorite Musical Moment (1:17:48) Fit Lord/Wig Watch (1:19:28) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, John Richter, and Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our road with Agatha draws to a close, and Mal and Jo are taking us down it one last time to dive deep into the two-episode finale of 'Agatha All Along'! Later, they are joined by acclaimed showrunner Jac Schaeffer for an extended chat about what made this season so thrilling to work on and what she wanted to bring to life for Agatha and all of the witches involved! Opening Snapshot (06:00) Deep Dive (20:04) A Deal With Death (30:11) The Final Episode (01:52:10) Jac Schaeffer joins the show (02:32:34) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are all travelers, and Jo and Mal will be here to take you along the path! This week, the 'House of R' will take you on a deep dive into the seventh episode of 'Agatha All Along'. They take you on the Lilia-centered episode and all the tarot-filled goodness! Opening Snapshot (04:42) Deep Dive (15:09) Coven of Two (16:51) Look at Her She's Wicked (30:40) Back in the Ditch (44:48) Jump Forward in Time (01:08:08) Back in the Ditch (01:21:13) TWO ROADS DIVERGED IN A LITERALLY YELLOW WOOD (01:34:22) Lilia's Reading (01:35:44) Lilia Holds the Door (01:50:31) Theory Corner (01:57:05) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The witch's road is ever-winding! Jo and Mal are here to take you down the deep dive of the 6th episode of 'Agatha All Along'. they begin with their Opening Snapshot and vie through a massive theory corner about Teen's big reveal and what it means about his journey through the road! Opening Snapshot (04:17) Deep Dive (14:00) Three Years Later (01:15:26) When Craftcrazy17 Met Bohnerrific69 (01:22:49) Billy Come On House Of R (01:34:27) Back to Westview (01:41:36) Agatha Drags Herself Out Of The Swamps Of Sadness The Witches’ Road Goop (01:48:20) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to bring a better class of criminal to the 'House of R.' Mal and Jo are here to bring it to you as they take a midseason look at HBO's hit show 'The Penguin'! They begin with their opening snapshot and then give out awards for Most Compelling Character, Favorite Episode, Most Captivating Location, and more! Opening snapshot (07:13) Midseason superlatives (19:37) Favorite Episode (20:13) Favorite Scene (27:58) Favorite Oz and Sofia Quotes (40:19) Most Compelling Character (50:11) Character You Most Hope to Spend More Time With in the Second Half (58:05) Most Illuminating Flashback (01:04:10) Most Captivating Location (01:07:42) Most Intriguing Tie to ‘The Batman’ (01:10:35) Favorite Easter Egg (01:13:11) Fit Lord (01:16:25) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We fly together or not at all, and you know Mal and Jo love a broom! Our favorite witches are back to dive deep into the latest episode of 'Agatha All Along.' They start their spell-binding dive by talking about brooms, of course (17:30), before getting into everything from the latest trial (50:16). Then, they finish off with plenty of discussion around Teen, his true identity, and the ending of the episode (02:08:20). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Mike Wargon Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter, and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the latest episode of 'Agatha All Along.' They start their opening snapshot with a discussion of that very important near kiss (06:33). Then they begin their deep dive, in which they go over theories about Rio, Agatha’s relationship with Teen, and an update to "The Ballad of the Witches’ Road" (13:15). Later, they give their theories for what is to come!  Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson  Producer: Carlos Chiriboga  Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez  Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter  Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keep it secret. Keep it safe. But keep it with House of R as Jo and Mal are here to give you a deep dive into the season 2 finale of 'Rings of Power’! They begin with their opening snapshot and talk about how much they loved the finale (08:00). Then they give you their deep dive with scene-by-scene breakdowns! Later they are joined by + show runners J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay. Opening Snapshot — (05:10) Deep Dive — (12:44) Hanging with Dwarves — (49:50) Celebrimbor and Sauron — (01:28:56) Bird-Watching Corner — (01:40:01) Adar, Galadriel, and Sauron — (02:00:43) The Harfoots and ??? — (02:37:35) J.D. and Patrick Interview — (02:57:09) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The road is ever-winding. Luckily, Mal and Jo are here to dive deep into the latest episode of 'Agatha All Along.' They begin with their opening snapshot and discuss the first trial encountered on the Road (05:05). Then they begin their deep dive, where they discuss the colossal name drop, visions, and even some light swelling (12:14). Later, they give their theories for what is to come! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friends finally unite! Also, Mal and Jo return to talk about the latest episode of 'Rings of Power’. They delve into the epic battles, heartfelt reunions, and emotional payoffs as we lead into the upcoming season finale. They begin with their opening snapshot (03:27), as well as their scene-by-scene deep dive (10:49), and give us their look ahead of the finale as well as Wig Watch™ (01:47:12), as well as their book spoiler section (01:47:55). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to go down the witches' road! Mal and Jo conjure up a pod that dives deep into the season premiere of 'Agatha All Along'! The two give their overall impressions of the show and what they think about the follow-up to the hit 'WandaVision' (08:17). They then get into the first two episodes and later stop by Theory Corner to see what could be in store for our witchy crew! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WHERE IS HE? It’s time to join Jo and Mal as they best Fëanor and dive deep into the latest episode of ‘Rings of Power’! They begin with their opening snapshot (3:44), before the patented 'House of R' deep dive into each scene and explore what’s in store for our heroes and villains in Eregion, Númenor, Rhûn, and more (16:35)! Also, later wig watch check-in and a special spoiler speculation section (02:18:45). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is time to step out into the sun to join Jo and Mal as they dive into the latest episode of ‘Rings of Power’! They begin with their opening snapshot and establish their thoughts on what might be one of the best episodes of the season (05:18). Then, they dive deep into each scene and explore the themes and characters in a world unseen (16:18). They also have wig watch and their special spoiler speculation section (02:11:15). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the Misty Mountains call, Jo and Mal answer. Join the 'House of R' as they look through the wonderful, magical world of J.R.R. Tolkien and the music that runs throughout it. They take a look at the themes of Sam and Frodo and other heroes and address the songs of elves and men. Later, they discuss what can be found from the worlds of 'The Rings of Power,' composer Bear McCreary, and so much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The unknown ahead gets even more clear! Jo and Mal are here to take you deep into the bowels of Middle-earth with their dive into the fourth episode of ‘Rings of Power.’ They begin their deep dive with a look at Galadriel and Elrond and some zombies (18:47), along with a lively introduction of the beloved Tom Bombadil (53:54). Later, they have an extensive Wig Watch and talk their best conspiracy theories (01:52:29). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The journey is best not ventured alone. Thankfully Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about this upcoming season of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.' Join them as they discuss meet-cutes, who might become a ring wraith, and even a little talk of Dante. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robisnon Producers: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back in Middle-earth for ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2. They start by talking about their overall impressions of the first three episodes (06:28). Then, they dive helms deep into the episodes by discussing each character and story line—from the elves in Lindon to the dwarves of Khazad-dûm (13:59). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robisnon Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time to go back to Middle-earth! Mal and Jo (Have you heard of ’em, lad?) get ready for ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2 by going through their favorite moments from Season 1 (06:43). Khazad-dûm | The Dwarves (06:56) The Harfoots (18:28) Lindon (29:17) Numenor (42:57) Orcs | Uruk | Adar (56:00) The Southlands | BeforeDor | NoMoreDor (01:06:55) Eregion (01:11:20) The Stranger (01:18:05) Galadriel | Sauron (01:25:55) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The season is upon us to celebrate the hype of fall! Mal and Jo jump in to make their picks for all the latest fandom outings that you just can't miss (06:39). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I did not think they would be so eager to pod. Mal and Jo are back to send off Season 2 of 'House of the Dragon' properly! They offer up their season awards, including Most Improved Character, Best Set Piece, the Season MVP, and much more (09:33). Then they answer your burning questions with an ‘HOTD’ mailbag (01:04:31). Later, they go into their heavy book-spoiler section and look ahead to what may happen next season (01:24:39). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They're about to make a name for themselves, here! Mal and Jo put their claws on and dive into the success and fun of 'Deadpool & Wolverine'! They dive into their opening snapshot and issue their favorite things that came out of the summer's billion-dollar blockbuster (10:51). Later, they hand out some awards for the film (01:05:07) before discussing the state of the MCU after Comic-Con and D23 (01:09:03). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To war then! The Season 2 finale is over, and Mal and Jo are here to give you their thoughts on the exciting season ending (08:24). After giving their overall impressions, they break down each scene, including some of the most pivotal ones, such as: Tyland recruits and secures the Triarchy (28:01) Larys prepares Aegon to depart King’s Landing (50:17) Jace and Ulf butt heads (01:19:24) Daemon receives Ser Alfred Broome (01:44:09) Criston takes Gwayne to a poetry slam (01:57:06) Rhaenyra dines with the dragonseeds (02:10:13) Daemon receives his vision (02:21:53) Helaena would like to issue a prophecy too (02:55:34) Alyn confronts Corlys (03:18:10) Alicent appeals to Rhaenyra (03:22:15) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The season finale of 'House of the Dragon' is here, and Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin are here to give you their instant reactions to all of the drama in Westeros. From Ulf's courtly faux pas to Daemon coming through in Harrenhal to another unexpected reunion, 'Talk the Thrones' will be there! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, John Richter, Ryan Todd, Chia Hao, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The banners have been raised, and Mal and Jo are here to take you along for another deep dive into 'House of the Dragon,' beginning with their opening snapshot and the lore of dragon claiming (08:06). Then they dive scene by scene into the seventh episode, featuring the Red Sowing, Oscar Tully and Daemon's negotiations in the Riverlands, and Corlys's less-than-great parenting (30:20). Later, Jo gets an exclusive interview with Ulf himself: Tom Bennett (03:09:18). Then they bring their predictions to the book-spoiler section and discuss what may happen in the season finale (03:31:04). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They're not Rhaenyra's newest dragonriders, but Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin are back to break down the seventh episode of 'House of the Dragon'! Daemon is getting some pushback, Alicent is going camping, Jace is unhappy, and so much more for our trio of lords to get through. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Tony Perry, Cory McConnell, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your queens return to dive deep into Season 2, Episode 6 of 'House of the Dragon'! They begin with the opening snapshot and give their overall impressions of the episode (15:07). Then, they break down all of the juicy bits of Daemon's hauntings, Aaemond's cabinet shuffle, and Rhaenyra's dragon woes (24:59). Later, they speculate over book spoilers and about what is to come (203:30). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman, John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin return to break down the sixth episode of  'House of the Dragon'! With Rhaenyra finding love in a hopeless place, a failed dragon claiming, and Aegon wheezing his way back to health, our hosts are here to take us through all the mayhem and intrigue. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Cory McConnell, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to bleed the crystal, as Jo and Mal are here to dive deep into the season finale of 'The Acolyte.' They begin with their opening snapshot on this episode and their thoughts on the season in general (06:54). Then they get into the nitty gritty of revelations and surprise cameos that make up this divisive season of TV (17:02). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hour of the Dragon is once again upon us, and Mal and Jo are here to dive deep into the fifth episode of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2! The road to war gets shorter and shorter as they go scene by scene to take a look at the riveting aftermath of the battle at Rook's Rest (10:53). Later, they are joined by the Sea Snake himself, Steve Toussaint, to discuss the developments of Corlys Velaryon this episode (3:09:21). Finally, they dive into their book spoiler section to plot out the rest of the season (3:30:50). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Steve Toussaint Producers: Steve Ahlman, John Richter, and Jack Sanders Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What comes after you kill a dragon? Well, Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson talk about the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon' to find the aftermath of Rook's Rest and break down our characters' next moves. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Cory McConnell, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House of R flashes back to answer all of your burning questions on Episode 7 of ‘The Acolyte’ (09:13). From tough decisions to witchy smoke plumes, Mal and Joanna take to the mailbag to see what we can gather from this episode and the impending finale of this 'Star Wars' drama. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Cory McConnell Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dance has begun, and it's time for Mal and Jo to dive deep into the explosive fourth episode of ‘House of the Dragon.' They begin with their opening snapshot (06:12) to discuss their overall impressions before going scene by scene into the intriguing, witchy, and dragon-battling wonder (09:38). Later they are joined by Aemond "One Eye" himself, Ewan Mitchell, to discuss his role in this episode and what it took for him to inhabit his scheming character (03:22:15). All before diving into their book spoiler section to take a look ahead at what the next episode might bring (03:41:17). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ewan Mitchell Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to turn up the heat as Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson talk about the latest explosive episode of 'House of the Dragon'. They talk about the stunning final battle sequence, shocking deaths, as well as some incredible witchy wonder! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, Cory McConnell, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Jomi Adeniran, Jordan Bathe, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hold onto your Hakama pants and get ready for a steamy deep dive into 'The Acolyte' Episode 6. After Opening Snapshot (06:32), Mal and Jo rank Qimir’s horniest lines in an endowed installment of Thirst Trap Corner (18:01). Later, they check in with Detective Bazil (01:22:10), and discuss the potential shadiness of Vernestra. All that and so much more on the latest ‘House of R’! Also, be sure to get tickets for the Ringer-Verse live as part of the Ringer Residency this coming July 17 at the El Rey Theatre! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Haunted castles, dragon eggs, packed brothels, and more! Mal and Jo are here to take you through all of it in this latest deep dive of ‘House of the Dragon’ (14:35). They take a scene-by-scene look at what Rahynera's next moves will be as she attempts to work for peace as the realm delves deeper into chaos! Along with a look at what may be ahead in their book spoiler section (03:20:28). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Ruben, and Joanna Robinson are here to discuss blood feuds, burned-out castles, and secret meetings that are all throughout the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon'. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, Cory McConnell, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Jomi Adeniran, Jordan Bathe, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson convene at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles to discuss the latest episodes of 'House of the Dragon' as they entertain fan questions, have in-depth chats, and play fun games in this live show recorded in June. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Ronak Nair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A stranger approaches, and it's time for a deep dive on 'The Acolyte' Episode 5. They give you everything you need to know about the latest episode of the 'Star Wars' action spectacle (17:36). Later on, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the lore of a mysterious metal that can defeat lightsabers (01:26:21).  Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Produced By: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

And what have Mal and Joanna done?" Why, an extensive deep dive (16:54) into the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They dive into the latest drama in Dragonstone (01:13:07), as well as the latest thing that gave Otto Hightower a headache. They also bring you their wig watch (03:10:17) and get into some book spoilers (03:12:30) later on in the show. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hunt for blood and cheese is on, chaos is breaking out in Westeros, and sometimes you just can't tell the twins apart. Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson share their thoughts on the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon'! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, Cory McConnell, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Jomi Adeniran, Jordan Bathe, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to journey deep into the forest with Mal and Jo as they talk about the fourth episode of 'The Acolyte,' starting with their opening impressions (10:26). Later, they dive deep into the best parts of the episode and some of the challenges this episode faced (16:08). Plus, they get into theory corner, wig watch, and so much more! Be sure to get tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gods be good! The time has come for Mal and Jo to take their place on the Iron Throne and dive deep into the Season 2 premiere of 'House of the Dragon.' They begin with their opening snapshot and discuss the excitement of returning to the wonderful world of Westeros (04:50). Then they begin their patented deep dive and go scene by scene for all of the action and intrigue that the Dance of the Dragons brings (09:44). Be sure to get tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talk the Thrones is back! Things look pretty rough in Westeros, and Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson return to break everything down! They talk about the Otto vs. Larys proxy battle, Alicent and Rhaenyra's plots and schemes, and the shocking "Blood and Cheese" death at the end of this episode! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, Cory McConnell, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Jomi Adeniran, Jordan Bathe, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to return to the Iron Throne, and 'Talk the Thrones' is back in full video pod form! Every Sunday, right after 'House of the Dragon' airs, Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin will assemble to discuss the latest episode in all of its shocking wonder! Follow along now, and we'll see you in Westeros! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jedi might be bad, but Jo and Mal are here to talk you through it as they dive into 'The Acolyte' Episode 3 (08:13). They kick off their deep dive with the witchy origins of Mae and Osha, and pick apart the troubled past that haunts them and the Jedi (20:08). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the early 'Star Wars' lore and what it means for the rest of the season (01:43:03). Be sure to get tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producers: Steve Ahlman, John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gods be good—it's almost time to head back to Westeros, and Mal and Jo are here to help you prepare. First, they refresh you on the story to date by sharing their dueling recaps of every episode from HOTD's first season (06:42). Then, showrunner Ryan Condal joins the pod to talk about everything from what he's most excited about in Season 2 to rich dragon tapestries (82:24). Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ryan Condal Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The force is strong and has returned to the House of R! Jo and Mal are here to give you their opening snapshot into the first two episodes of the anticipated 'Star Wars' drama (10:31). Then they dive deep into the lore and characters that build up to this two-episode premiere (28:37), along with Easter eggs, wig-watches, and so much more! Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gods be good, 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 is almost here! Mal and Jo come together to answer your burning questions before the latest season begins this month (11:26). Later on, they take on book-spoiler questions and what may happen in the seasons to come (83:50). Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

These fabulous things are here to podcast historic! Mal and Jo rev their engines to give you their reactions to 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' (30:07). But before that, they assess their hype at an all-time high with some light prep for 'The Acolyte,' premiering next week (05:22). Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's ‘House of R,’ mon amis. Mal and Jo are here to give you their thoughts on the season finale and the season as a whole of the highly regarded 'X-Men ’97' (10:01) and what their hopes for the new season may be! Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They are so eager to pod! Mal and Jo return to King's Landing to pod about all things 'Game of Thrones'! First, they take a look back at the series finale five years later (09:35). Then, they break down every frame of the latest 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer (35:52). Later, they give an in-depth spoiler-filled analysis of the trailer in their special book-spoiler section (1:58:52). Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you heard of it, lads? The newest trailer for 'The Rings of Power' has dropped, and Joanna and Mal are here to break it all down for you as the show premieres this summer! Be sure to check out tickets for the Ringer Residency in Los Angeles this summer! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the pod of a killer, Bella! Joanna is joined by friends and vampire experts Kristin Russo and Jenny Owen Youngs to give you an intensive tropes course on vampires (07:32). From ‘Twilight’ to ‘Dracula’ and familiars to fatal attractions, they are here to teach you everything you need to know about the eternal creatures of the night that are seen throughout fiction. Host: Joanna Robinson Guests: Kristin Russo and Jenny Owen Youngs Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to play ball as Mal and Joe step up to the plate with Ben Lindbergh to discuss the latest trailer for 'The Acolyte' (10:11). Then, they bring to you their hotly anticipated fandom and baseball mash-up called "Something Something Baseball" (37:04). From drafting teams, to making superheroes out of real-life legends, this episode is about to be a home run! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Ben reunite to get back to a galaxy far, far away and discuss the final season of 'The Bad Batch' (08:05). They then take a spoiler-filled look at the anthology series that dropped today, 'Tales of the Empire' (72:11). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Ben Lindbergh Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the hot-and-heavy sports thriller 'Challengers,' Jo and Mal are here to discuss some of their favorite fandom throuples (09:36). From ‘X-Men’ to ‘LOTR,’ they talk about the ins and outs and ups and downs of fiction's best polyamorous players. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This pod is with you till the end of the line! Jo and Mal are here to induct Steve Rogers into their Hall of Fame in celebration of the fifth anniversary of 'Avengers: Endgame' (07:45). They break down Cap's best moments and what made this character so special throughout the years. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a plan: Attack! As 'Avengers: Endgame' turns five, Mal and Jo induct Tony Stark into the ‘House of R’ Hall of Fame. They look back at Tony's most iconic moments, from his signature snark to his harrowing showdowns, and celebrate his lasting impact on the MCU. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The name’s Gambit, mon ami … remember it!" Mal and Jo are back to continue their ‘X-Men ’97’ deep dive by breaking down episodes 4-6. They discuss the stakes of the show (18:30) and explain why shame plays such a key role (56:40). Plus, they cover every romance and go over all that happened in the middle three episodes (78:37). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Mike Wargon Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From ‘House of the Dragon’ to sci-fi on Apple TV+ and everything in between, Mal and Joanna are here to answer all of your burning questions in the 2024 spring mailbag (9:02). They give all of their updates on the Paul Hall of Fame and discuss ‘Doctor Who,’ an ideal date with Jaime Lannister, and so much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo are back to dive into Season 2 of ‘Invincible.’ They break down the finale and the season as a whole (7:39). Later, they give out some Season 2 awards (59:59). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jo reveal their top 10 moments from ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ in honor of its 10-year anniversary (5:48). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for the seasonal tradition on ‘House of R’ in which Jo and Mal bring you their most hyped properties coming this spring and summer (10:51). From ‘Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Fallout’ to even ‘Kraven,’ they bring up the most prominent things on their radar this time around! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"To Me, My X-Men!" Mal and Jo are here to dive deep into the first three episodes of ‘X-Men ’97.’ They discuss their overall thoughts on the show so far, the history of the original ‘X-Men: The Animated Series,’ and their personal histories with the X-Men (10:51). Then, they go character by character, breaking down everything that happened in the first three episodes (43:14). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices