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.

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.