Media Boat Podcast

Ep. 487 - Just Like Future Ruins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Future Ruins music festival focusing on film and tv scores. Next, an update on the Epic vs Apple lawsuit as Fortnite continues to not be available on iOS devices. Later, WBD is switching up its streaming service name from MAX to HBO MAX. We wrap it all up with the return of MoviePass, but this time its a box office fantasy gaming platform. We also have thoughts on Just Like Heaven and Balatro. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 486 - Poker Church Plan

Welcome back to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the list of Rock & Roll inductee class of 2025 who will receive their honor in November, later this year. Next, Grand Theft Auto VI has an official release date and a new trailer to go alongside the announcement from Rockstar Games. Later, Comcast has spun off its bundle of cable networks including USA, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Golf Channel, and their digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass and SportsEngine into a new company called Versant. We wrap it all up with 100% tariffs scheduled to hit film and tv productions made outside of the US. We also have thoughts on Eric Church, Stagecoach, Lost Records: Rage & Bloom, Poker Face, The Devil's Plan, and Conclave. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 485 - The Giant Sheeran Schedule Earners Cast

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with some depressing updates about the future of Respawn and a couple of significant video game websites. Next, Ed Sheeran is back with a new album and a new sound. Later, we talk about the shooting schedules for some upcoming shows. We wrap it all up with a recap of the biggest earners and losers from last year's box office. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 484 - Casting Lorde's Grogu Preorder

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Lorde's fans getting kicked out of a park. Next, the Nintendo Switch preorder nonsense has begun, and thankfully at the promised price. Later, we have breaking news from this year's Star Wars Celebration. We wrap it all up with some new rules for this year's Oscars. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 483 - Black & Blue Hollywood Admission

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Lorde returning with a new single on her upcoming new album. Next, we breakdown the new Mario Kart World direct on why this game will cost $80. Later, Alivia Silverstone is returning as Cher Horowitz in a new series that will continue the story from Clueless. We wrap it all up with unnecessary sequels coming from Warner Bros. We also have thoughts on Jon Pardi, Turnpike Troubadours, Blue Prince, and Black Mirror. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 482 - White Midnight Studio

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Weezer side-story as most news this week is geared towards Coachella. Next, Ubisoft claims you don't actually own their games. Later, SNL is getting a UK version in 2026 from Lorne Michaels. We wrap it all up with China announcing it will accept fewer films in retaliation to US tariffs. We also have thoughts on South of Midnight, White Lotus, Adolescence, The Studio and Anora. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast. 

Ep. 481 - I Said I Love Switch 2 First

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Switch 2 news, breakdown, and upcoming releases from the latest Nintendo Direct. Next, Morgan Wallen makes a memorable exit on SNL, and not in the good way. Later, Fox is securing its adult animation line-up for the next four years, which brings The Simpsons through 40 seasons. We wrap it all up with Cinemacon news and future release dates. We also have thoughts on Switch 2 pricing and Selena Gomez. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 480 - Opening Day Severance Residence Breakfast

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Naptser being sold for $207M to Infinite Reality. Next, Ubisoft is splitting off Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six franchises into their own company that's 25% owned by Tencent. Later, Scooby-Doo is getting a new live-action show coming to Netflix. We wrap it all up with No Other Land co-director, Hamdan Ballal, being detained and imprisoned. We also have thoughts on Japanese Breakfast, Nintendo Direct, Severance, The Residence, and Moana 2. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 479 - Dark Electric Mickey 25

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Limp Bizkit's $200M lawsuit against Universal Music Group for copyright infringement. Next, Pokemon and Lego have teamed up for new sets coming in 2026. Later, Power Rangers may have found it's new home at Disney+, but this reimagining may break from existing continuity. We wrap it all up with movie bits covering Village Road Show filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy, Coco 2 announcement, and Ketchup Entertainment looking to acquire Coyote vs Acme. We also have thoughts on MLB The Show 25, DC Dark Legion, Mickey 17, and The Electric State. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 478 - Niantic Mayhem Paradise

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Billy Joel cancelling several stadium concerts after undergoing surgery. Next, Niantic is being sold to Scopely, which is owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Later, casting news on the upcoming Harry Potter series, Daniel Radcliffe in a new NBC comedy, and Jeff Daniels joins Harrison Ford on Shrinking. We wrap it all up with Spinal Tap 2 hitting theaters this year. We also have thoughts on Lady Gaga and Paradise. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.