Popcorn for Dinner

Bankole and Ebube are heading to Florida to discuss the long-delayed check-in with Kim as well as Rhea Seehorn's great acting on this week of 'Better Call Saul' (2:43), ponder the 'Breaking Bad' universe's interpretation of morality (15:23), Gene's antics (19:10) and whether there's any bit of Jimmy left (22:21).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

The markets open in minutes and Bankole and Eyo have to first discuss what they think might be a high point for 'Industry' (3:48). They meticulously try to cover all the essential beats of the episode including Yasmin & Celeste's relationship (7:51), the strong filmmaking (18:32), the evolution of Robert and Nicole's relationship (21:22), Gus' glow-up (36:55), their best Jackie lines (54:31) and much more!Also available on Youtube- https://youtu.be/7FA0Rxhrf_UHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

Stuck in The Crystal Ship and screaming for their lives, Bankole and Ebube discuss the latest episode of 'Better Call Saul' (4:35), its provocative title (10:26), the emotional difference between watching last week's mall heist and this week's scam (11:37), the beautiful and thematically rich transitions in the episode (18:11) and *those* special guest stars and how they were used in the episode (33:25).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

For our 100th episode(!!), Bankole is joined by Eyo for the long-awaited Season 2 return of HBO's 'Industry' (6:02). They discuss Harper & Eric's new dynamic and the show going deeper into Harper's mental state (8:45), Yasmin's new lease on life (15:08), the NEW Robert (24:37) and some poster theory talk (29:41).Also available on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThidLy4FGvUHost: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

It's closing time in a black and white Cinnabon in Nebraska so Bankole and Ebube are discussing the latest 'Better Call Saul' episode including their thoughts on the long-awaited Gene check-in (4:15), already getting two quasi-season finales for the show (20:00) and some bonus excitement for HBO's upcoming 'House of the Dragon' (31:35).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebube Ubochi Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede

It's RIF day so Bankole, Eyo and Victor have gathered to discuss Season 1 of 'Industry' (6:59), their thoughts on the sex and drug use in the show (14:00), the delightfully unlikeable characters (24:06), the great Ken Leung (58:56) and what they'll like to see in Season 2 (1:02:46).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem and Victor DamaProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede

Jibbz and Ebube gather to bond over their shared hatred of Fahrenheit as a metric before discussing the latest episode of 'Better Call Saul' (3:53), Jimmy unravelling and finally going full Saul, the ultimate gaslight from Kim (18:22) and Gus and Ebube's shared love of vintage wines (23:49).Host: Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Obiora Ifeacho

Ebuka is half naked in front of Zeus defending the latest Marvel film, 'Thor: Love and Thunder', including his general spoiler-free thoughts (5:10), his thoughts on Christian Bale's Gorr (14:25), Natalie Portman/Jane Foster/ Mighty Thor (26:05) the Shadow Realm sequence (34:02), where the movie left much to be desired (36:11) and somehow, some more thoughts on 'Morbius' (41:39).Host: Ebuka Nnamani Guest: Ebuka Nnamani Production by: Ebuka Nnamani

Bankole is joined one final time by Faridah to discuss the Season 1 finale of 'Ms. Marvel' (3:06) including that huge reveal (16:06). Then Jibbz and Ebube get into the spoiler-heavy return of 'Better Call Saul' (27:53)Host: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guests: Faridah and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

Welcome to the upside-down! Bankole & Ebuka are joined by friend of the podcast - Mo from Streamr to discuss the latest season of Netflix hit show 'Stranger Things' and its 'larger than life' feel (4:52). They share their thoughts on Vecna's villainy and how it makes this season unique (24:26) before discussing the season in its entirety - its strengths, weaknesses and where they feel the finale left the show- and giving out some awards to characters and actors (1:15:00). Mo shares some of his theories for season 5 while Ebuka is on a one-man campaign to ban long episodes and movies. Stick around at the end for some bonus content.Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka NnamaniGuest: MoProduction: Ebuka Nnamani

Jibbz and Ebuka discuss the Season 3 finale of the Amazon Prime hit show, 'The Boys'. They cover: their thoughts on the episode (3:00), switching sides and Daddy issues (12:00), milking Cows and cocktails (37:30) and more!Hosts: Obiora and EbukaProduction: ObioraSocial Production: Chinedu

Bankole and Faridah have travelled back in time to quickly discuss the fifth and penultimate episode of 'Ms. Marvel' all before the last train. They discuss the show's strengths being on full display in the first half of the episode, some of its weaknesses, Faridah's glee at people dying and a realisation she makes, 10 years too late. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

We're all alone in our cabin in the woods as Bankole enthusiastically recommends people check out 'The Bear' (4:10) before he and Mo discuss the 'Westworld' Season 4 premiere and how the show may have learnt from its past sins (8:50) and then jetting off to Karachi to get into the Pakistan-set 4th episode of 'Ms. Marvel' (24:30)Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: MoProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is bringing Robert and Liam along for this year's Herogasm and they start by discussing the event itself (4:16), before going into the rest of the episode's status quo altering events with our main characters (8:05), A-Train getting his revenge and maybe learning something (41:26), and Kimiko and Frenchie's continuously endearing side missions (50:19). Content Warning!Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Robert and Liam Production by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

It's a strong tonal whiplash on this episode as Bankole and Faridah first get into episode 3 of the always wholesome 'Ms. Marvel' (3:32)before discussing Season 3 of the far-from-wholesome 'The Boys' (35:16)ahead of its highly anticipated 'Herogasm' episode. Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

It's Eid again (the smaller one), so Bankole and Faridah gather to talk about the second episode of 'Ms. Marvel' (3:45), especially the Muslim representation that was front and center in the episode (6:11) and the role the Partition of India may play in the show's narrative (33:12).Plus thoughts on London boys, their accents, the British monarchy & much more!Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: FaridahProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu iheji

Obiora and Jeremiah go out to the lonely tree in the desert to discuss the very dark events in the very dark season finale of Bill Hader's 'Barry'. They touch on where all the main characters are left at the end of the season, guess what could be in store for them going forward and of course, praise Bill Hader and his filmmaking team.Content and Trigger WarningHost: Obiora IfeachoGuest: Jeremiah AkpotohwoProduction by: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Obiora and Robert head to Russia to discuss the latest episode of Amazon's 'The Boys'. They start with their background thoughts on why they like the show (6:11) before touching on A-Train's continuous search for a rebrand (11:31), Homelander's actions this season (16:13) and a lot more chaos.Also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/SQQDwh9K0_kHost: Obiora Ifeacho Guest: RobertProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by Faridah from the What they Wrote Podcast & Mo from Streamr to get into Kamala Khan's charming debut in the MCU. They discuss their initial reactions to the Ms. Marvel premiere (8:35) before getting into what they hope to see from future episodes (31:06) and Mo teases what to expect from Episode 2 (33:20).Find the What They Wrote Podcast here- https://www.alittlelouder.co/whattheywroteFind Streamr here- https://thestreamr.com/

Compound V and some choice bottles of milk in hand, Ebuka and Chinedu get into a spoiler-free discussion of the first 2 episodes of Season 3 of Amazon's 'The Boys'. They inevitably mainly focus on the character of Homelander (2:33) before also giving some uneducated predictions for the season (26:22)Hosts: Ebuka Nnamani and Chinedu IhejiProduction: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole discusses finally watching the 1986 film, 'Top Gun' (3:00) and they share their expectations for the sequel before analysing the shocking events of the midseason finale of 'Better Call Saul' (10:00).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Ebube UbochiProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

TMT & Ebube return to the podcast to dissect the complete third season of Donald Glover's 'Atlanta'. They start off with the Van-centric finale (6:07), before exploring the rest of the European episodes (33:24). They then discuss the show's use of anthology episodes this season (49:18) and even rank their favourite of these anthology episodes.Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebube Ubochi and TMTProduction: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole and Obiora discuss the semi-resolutions that have occurred at the halfway point of this 'Barry' season (7:00) before trying to understand everyone's plans on 'Better Call Saul' and discussing the way we've been trained to anticipate *something* happening during final seasons (19:41)Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Production: Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by Zikora and Priscilla for some dreamwalking lessons as they dive deep into the latest MCU film, 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness'. They begin by discussing some of the things that weren't successful in the film (4:52), before discussing the two main characters and performances- Benedict Cumberbatch's Stephen Strange (12:24) and Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda Maximoff (35:36). They also touch on the filmmaking led by Sam Raimi (1:09:47), their picks for the most ridiculous rumoured cameo (1:20:45) and ponder the question of whether the MCU is now 'too big to not be big (in its storytelling)' (1:22:45).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Zikora and PriscillaProduced by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Chinedu Iheji

Obiora and Chinedu head over to the Missouri Belle to get into the final season of the Netflix hit show, 'Ozark'. They discuss the show's ending and the difficulty involved in ending dramatic TV shows (9:41). They discuss the character of Wendy (22:30), theorise on what could be in store for the Byrdes after the show (28:57), before revealing what other shows they are currently watching (46:25).Host: Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Chinedu IhejiProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji

TMT returns to the podcast to discuss what he's been watching (6:39), their thoughts on the House of the Dragon trailer (14:07) and the difficulty of trying to keep up with binges in this packed schedule (21:38). They then head over to the Marvel Universe for their thoughts on the Moon Knight finale & spoiler-free reactions to Doctor Strange 2 (27:15).Two Truths And A Dirty Lie Podcast- https://twotruthsandadirtylie.podbean.com/Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: TMTProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole and the long lost Jibbz are joined by Ebube to talk about what he's watching & give their points of view on the recent Netflix woes (3:43), two of our favourite characters finally meeting amidst beautiful storytelling in Better Call Saul (19:33), and then Bankole and Obiora discuss the depressing developments in the latest episode of Barry (48:40). Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Guest: Ebube UbochiProduction: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka Nnamani Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole gives his thoughts on the emotional fifth episode of Moon Knight (2:40), including the connection he felt the episode shared with Shutter Island (8:53). Then he talks about his anticipation for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and his to-watch recommendations ahead of the film (20:23).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede Social Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole gets into his feelings and thoughts on the massive events of Episode 603 of Better Call Saul (2:21) before being joined by Sam Neal to preview the upcoming Andrew Garfield starrer, Under the Banner of Heaven (21:43).Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Sam Neal Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka Nnamani Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by Sam Neal to discuss what Sam's been watching, including 'The Book of Boba Fett' & 'The Dropout' (6:15) before they go into their thoughts on and theories about the latest episode of Marvel's 'Moon Knight' (17:43).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Sam NealProduction by: Bankole Imoukheude and Ebuka NnamaniSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole and Ebuka start off with spoiler-free accounts of their experiences watching Robert Eggers' latest film, 'The Northman', starring Alexander Skarsgård & Anya Taylor-Joy and why everyone should be rushing to see the film (4:35). Then Bankole recommends a bunch of shows that people should be checking out, including new releases (22:28) and some returning shows (31:52).Host: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebuka NnamaniProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka NnamaniSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole stepped out of his 'Morbius' screening and there was only one thing on his mind; he had to call self-proclaimed 'Morbius Enjoyer', Ebuka. This was their conversation.

Still not watching 'Better Call Saul'? Bankole is joined by Gilligan-verse (and BoJack) enthusiasts to tell you why you should be watching the show (2:31). Then they go into the events of Season 5 and what could be in store for the final season, with spoilers (8:06), including how the show may fit into the 'Breaking Bad' Timeline (16:23).Is 'Better Call Saul' better than 'Breaking Bad'?We are also on Youtube- https://youtu.be/he5RVYEctXUHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Baba & KrisProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole and Ebuka are joined by Cedric to discuss the latest episode of 'Moon Knight'. Out the gate, Ebuka tries to make the case for 'Morbius' (2:26) before they go into their thoughts on the episode and the show so far (5:29)Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka Nnamani and CedricProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole Imoukhuede Social production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by Stefan Healy, who played Gilly Ray on the final season of 'Peaky Blinders' to talk about his experience landing the role, and the error that led to him losing a role in Disney's 2017 live-action remake of 'Beauty and the Beast' (6:01). He also shares what it felt like being on set with the likes of Cillian Murphy, Paul Anderson and Stephen Graham (18:18).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Stefan HealyProduction by: Ebuka Nnanamni and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by the great TMT from the Submarine and a Roach podcast to discuss the flurry of great TV shows currently airing, but first, they do a dash through general pop culture and talk about the critical reception to Sony's 'Morbius' (5:58). They then recommend some shows you should definitely be watching (15:04) before gushing about the return of Donald Glover's incredible 'Atlanta' (23:25)and the premiere of Marvel's latest Disney+ show, 'Moon Knight' (42:15).Submarine and a Roach Podcast- https://link.rivetapp.co/submaroachBeyond Tulsa: The Secret History of Flooding Black Towns to Make Lakes- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3D4hSQcWbk&t=140s&ab_channel=TheAmberRuffinShowHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: TMTProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is kicked out so that the boys can get into the latest season of 'Top Boy'. Chinedu, Obiora, Ebuka and Liam share their (very) uneducated views on gentrification (13:00), the lead up to and fall out from THAT ending (25:30), Sully's decision (45:00) and Liam presents a brilliant solution to the snitching conundrum (54:51). Somehow even HUSHPUPPI comes up. We are now on Youtube, please subscribe- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtR2O4BK5p4CdAt4lXRosKAHosts: Chinedu Iheji and Obiora IfeachoGuests: Ebuka Nnamani and Liam IgsProduction: Ebuka NnamaniSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Another chaotic Academy Awards is now behind us and Bankole and Obiora try to make sense of all of it, starting of course with *that* slap (1:30) before they give their thoughts on how the rest of the telecast went (20:17).WE ARE NOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtR2O4BK5p4CdAt4lXRosKAHosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Obiora Ifeacho Production by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Ahead of the 2022 Academy Awards, Bankole and Obiora discuss two films hoping to win the top prize, Jane Campion's 'The Power of the Dog', along with its Oscar chances (15:46) and its spoilers (19:00) as well as Kenneth Branagh's semi-autobiographical 'Belfast' and its own Oscar chances (36:55). Then they share their Top 5 films from last year (40:49).Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora Ifeacho Production by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

In this bonus clip from our latest episode, Bankole and Obiora get into a debate about the most recent changes that the Academy has made to both their awards show and the telecast itself. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora Ifeacho

We're DRAFTING! Ebuka, Emmanuel and Nicki join Bankole to peruse the expansive Bat-universe and draft the characters they think would make the best sequel to Matt Reeves' blockbuster, 'The Batman' (3:40). When all's said and drafted, they then explain the storylines of their sequels and how these characters come into play (1:02:57). Please don't forget to vote for who you think has the best movie on our Twitter- https://twitter.com/popcorn_dinner/status/1506236855821512704Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka, Emmanuel & NickiProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

To mark the 5 year anniversary of the UK release of Jordan Peele's instant classic, 'Get Out', Bankole & Ebuka venture into the sunken place to talk about it in the context of another 'social thriller' from last year, Edgar Wright's 'Last Night in Soho'.They first give their thoughts on 'Last Night in Soho' (4:25) before talking about its spoilers (11:08) and then its themes, including what it says about the toxicity of nostalgia (18:14). Then they go all in on 'Get Out' (32:46) and how it portrays the toxicity of white allyship (45:24).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebuka NnamaniProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

It's raining in Gotham again, so Bankole, Ebuka and Emmanuel gather to discuss Matt Reeves' 'The Batman'. They discuss their relationships to the character and give their thoughts on the latest film (5:30), including their verdicts on Battinson's performance (15:59) and the performances of the rest of the cast (25:50), concluding with Zoe Kravitz' electric performance as Selina Kyle (40:05).They then give some flowers to some of the filmmaking craft on show (50:36), before Bankole reveals what he thinks is the film's strongest asset and how it expertly deconstructs the idea of 'Batman' (1:08:52)Link to the Youtube video summarising the prequel novel- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEJjlS3LymY&ab_channel=3CFilmsHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Ebuka Nnamani & Emmanuel Pius-OgijiProduction by: Ebuka Nnamanu and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole and Ebuka are joined by actor, Kosa Akaraiwe to discuss the Best Picture nominee, 'King Richard' (2:47)including how the movie reframes their understanding of Richard Williams (8:56) and also the great Will Smith's performance in the film (17:43). Later, they talk about Will Smith's movie star career and speculate on what the next few years could look like for him (28:52) before they rank their favourite performances of his (36:45) and Kosa talks about his latest short film, now available online, 'Cracked' (1:09:11).You can watch 'Cracked' here- https://vimeo.com/685164222Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Ebuka Nnamani & Kosa AkaraiweProduction by: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Production: Chinedu Iheji

Bankole is joined by friends of the podcast, Somto and Hajer (from 'Downtime with Hajer') to discuss Maggie Gyllenhaal's 'The Lost Daughter' (8:16) and its spoilers (12:14) before tackling Rebecca Hall's own directorial debut, 'Passing' (43:07) and its spoiler-y ending (54:09). They then proceed to recommend some more female-directed movies from last year (1:09:10).'Downtime with Hajer' podcast- https://linktr.ee/downtimeHZHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Somto & Hajer Producers: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Fammy returns to talk about NINE TIME (!) Oscar nominee, Bradley Cooper. The guys first have a spoiler-free discussion of Best Picture nominee, 'Nightmare Alley' (3:19), before going into some slight spoilers (17:40) & HUGE spoilers (21:42). Then they go ahead to rank their favourite Bradley Cooper performances (30:25). Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga performing 'Shallow' at the Oscars- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPJjwHAIny4Bradley Cooper & Jimmy Fallon laughing for 10 mins- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMvYTUSez_0Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Afam NwokoloProduction: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

It's time!! Bankole is joined by Eyo and Victor to finally share all their 'Dune' thoughts (6:03) including Denis Villeneuve being a master of his craft and love for the many, many movie stars in the film. Then, Bankole is joined by John-Paul for an exit survey on the film, imperial beards and just why he loves Rebecca Ferguson so much (58:39). Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Eyo Ndem and Victor Dama & John-Paul NwaezeigweProduction: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

Musical-theatre loving sisters, Adanna & Kelechi, join Bankole to share their introductions to musicals and why they love them so much (2:21), then discuss three of 2021's best musicals, John M. Chu's film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's stage musical, 'In the Heights' (9:42), Lin-Manuel's own directorial debut, 'tick, tick...BOOM!' and finally, Steven Spielberg's Best Picture nominated 2021 remake of 'West Side Story' (58:30).Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuests: Kelechi Obijuru and Adanna ObijuruProdcution: Ebuka Nnamani and Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial Producer: Chinedu Iheji

The boys break down and give their thoughts on the nominations for the 94th Academy Awards.Could Obiora be forced to watch one of Will Smith or Benedict Cumberbatch win an Oscar? Bankole hopes so!Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora IfeachoProduction: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole Imoukheude Social Producer: Chinedu Iheji

It’s Movie Season and the boys kick things off by discussing the Netflix film, “Don’t Look Up” (5:05) and then talk about its star, Leonardo DiCaprio, and their favourite performances of his that should have won him an Academy Award (28:10).Please don't forget to rate and review. Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Obiora IfeachoSpecial Guest: Ebuka NnamaniGuest: Afam NwokoloProductiuon: Ebuka Nnamani & Bankole ImoukhuedeSocial producer: Chinedu Iheji