Media Boat Podcast

Ep. 496 - Pokémon Bananza

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a crazy incident at a Coldplay concert. Next, Pokémon direct happened today and we have all the news revealed. Later, Paramount has decided to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and strike a new deal with South Park creators. We wrap it all up with movie bits on Lilo & Stitch crossing $1B, James Cameron directing a Billie Eilish 3D concert film, and The Odyssey tickets on sale now. We also have thoughts on Thomas Rhett, Pokémon Friends, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Superman. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 495 - Building K-Pop Superman

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Soundcloud partnering with elasticStage so artists can print vinyl albums. Next, Donkey Kong is getting a new videogame and a new movie. Later, Emmy nominations are here and we have our thoughts on this years top contenders. We wrap it all up with Sean Austin making a bid to head up SAG-AFTRA as Hollywood contracts are on the horizon. We also have thoughts on Wet Leg, Quarterback, Building the Band, Brick, K-Pop Demon Hunters, and Superman. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 494 - Virgin Sinners Period IronGame

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with guilty verdicts from the Diddy trial as it nears its conclusion. Next, Microsoft is in the middle of yet another round of layoffs with 9,000 people on the cutting block, including games like Everwild and Perfect Dark reboot. Later, Freevee is going away and rolled into Amazon Prime Video services. We wrap it all up with a look at Comic-Con's famous Hall H as the major players will be skipping it this year. We also have thoughts on Lorde, Kesha, Umamusume: Pretty Derby, Jusant, Ironheart, Squid Game, and Sinners. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 493 - I Quit The Bear on Stitch Day

Welcome to another Episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Spotify getting a nasty letter from some US Senators. Next, several Netflix games will be going away from the platform next month. Later, South Park lawsuits heat up as South Park Studios accuses its new parent company of foul play. We wrap it up with a look at future films including what Denis Villeneuve, Aaron Sorkin, and Steven Spielberg have coming soon to a theater near you. We also have thoughts on HAIM and The Bear. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 492 - Switch 2 World

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bonnaroo being shut down last week due to dangerous weather in Tennessee. Next, Nintendo Direct showcased the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza with a surprising character appearance by Pauline. Later, streaming with Ads have become longer as all streaming services try to incentivize you to pay for the ad-free option. We wrap it all up with a brand new announcement of Pixar's newest film titled "Gatto" by Luca director Enrico Casarosa. We also have thoughts on Switch 2 and Mario Kart World. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast. 

Ep. 491 - Working Ballad of Addison Cyrus

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Grammy update on new rules and categories announced for the upcoming 68th award show. Next, a recap of Summer Games Fest 2025 with all of the exciting announcements that are not Kingdom Hearts 4. Later, a combo of streaming news as Disney officially purchases the last bit from Comcast and David Zaslav has taken his axe to WBD itself by splitting the company into separate entities: WBD Streaming & Studios and WBD Global Networks. We wrap it all up with the long awaited announcement of Space balls 3: the search for Space balls 2: quest for more money. We also have thoughts on Miley Cyrus, Addison Rae, Working Moms, and The Ballad of Wallis Island. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 490 - Swift Masters Showcase

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Taylor Swift celebration as she is now in control of her master recordings. Next, is the beginning of Summer Games Fest with Epic and PlayStation showcases. Later, Disney is having another massive layoff, its fourth - and largest - in 10 months. We wrap it all up with shareholders giving one big giant middle finger to their most hated CEO David Zaslav. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 489 - The Last of Big Mouth

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Kesha creating Smash for artists to work with other artists to own their created music. Next, EA has shut down Cliffhanger studios and, as a result, an upcoming Black Panther game. Later, we reveal the 3 new leads that round out the full cast of the upcoming Harry Potter series. We wrap it all up with a box office rematch 23 years in the making of Tom Cruise versus Lilo & Stitch. We also have thoughts on Big Mouth, The Last of Us, and Hacks. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Ep. 488 - Thunder Forever Studio

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the next Taylor's Version being hinted at being announced Monday at the AMAs. Next, Epic Games is in hot water with an AI chatbot of Darth Vader. Next, Sesame Street is getting a new home at Netflix and the PBS Kids App. We wrap it all up with Mubi making a purchase at Canne's Film Festival. We also have thoughts on Maren Morris, Avicii, The Studio, and Thunderbolts*. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast. 

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.