The Ringer-Verse

The Boys are back and they’re diving into ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2, Episode 4. They discuss Ellie and Dina’s new relationship dynamics, as well as the things they’ve never experienced since they were born in the apocalypse. (0:00) Intro (4:00) Spoilers ahead (5:38) Initial reactions (59:30) Outro (1:02:58) Post credits Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Chris Thomas, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back, and giving you all of their takes on the newest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe: 'Thunderbolts*.' (0:00) Intro (2:13) Spoilers ahead (5:15) Reactions to the film (1:08:52)Midnight Meter (1:13:30) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Chris Thomas, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Daniel get back on the horse and hit the road to a new destination: Episode 3, "The Path." They share their high-level reviews of the episode, consider the significant differences between how the game and show handled the aftermath of Episode 2's momentous events, and speculate about what those departures from the source material—and a notable non-departure from Jackson—might mean for the rest of the season and series. Intro (0:00)Ben and Daniel react to Episode 3 in the aftermath of Episode 2 (3:00)Key differences in gameplay vs. the show (7:50) Predictions for the rest of the season (48:25)Outro (1:07:55) Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Daniel ChinProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back, and they’re diving into ‘Andor’ Season 2, Episodes 4, 5, and 6! (0:00) Intro (7:16) Spoilers ahead (9:20) Reactions to the episodes (1:14:37) Outro (1:15:33) Post-credits Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Chris Thomas, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ringer-Verse Recommends turns 1 year old! Celebrate its birthday and ring in spring with your favorite Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of the monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode. Featuring the return of amateurish trailers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our cup runneth over with role-playing games, so Ben and Matt James party up to tag-team two new titans of the genre. After opening banter about Nintendo Switch 2 preorders and ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ timing, they profess their love (in spoiler-free fashion) for the new hit RPG ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ and explain why the debut game gives them hope for the industry. Then they share their impressions of the recently released RPG behemoth ‘The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered’ and discuss the difference between remasters and remakes and the proper approach to modernizing old games. Intro (0:00)Nintendo Switch 2 preorders and ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ updates (3:25)First thoughts on ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ (13:39)‘The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered’ impressions (53:50)Outro (1:18:18) Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Matt JamesProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back and they’re diving into ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Episode 3. They discuss Ellie’s and Dina’s travels to Seattle and how the show is starting a new plot line almost midway through the season. (0:00) Intro (7:50) Spoilers ahead (9:41) Initial reactions (22:33) Tangent 1 (29:03) Character relationships and lore (45:03) Tangent 2 (49:48) Seattle (52:23) Last thoughts Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Mint Edition and Button Mash crossover, the guys talk all things Nintendo Switch 2! Later, the guys get into the latest video game to movie adaptation, 'Until Dawn' and more (31:00). Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did Sunday's major moment compare to the video game version? Did [redacted] hit as hard the second time around? And what might some significant changes from ‘The Last of Us Part II’ portend for the rest of the season? Ben and Daniel break down the big twist and the consequential second episode’s other developments from a ‘TLOU’ player’s perspective. Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back and they’re diving into 'Andor' Season 2 head first! Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are here to talk about Season 2, Episode 2 of ‘The Last of Us.’ The episode is one of the most shocking episodes of television we’ve seen in a while! Intro (0:00) Spoilers ahead (3:43) Initial reactions (5:07) The big moment (10:46) The aftermath (37:29) Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on Ryan Coogler’s latest film, ‘Sinners.’ Intro (0:00) Spoilers Ahead (2:08) Initial Reactions (5:40) Character Analysis (13:23) Nitpicks (45:47) Midnight Meter (58:58) Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Jon Jones, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Daniel Chin begin their weekly Button Mash breakdowns of 'The Last of Us' Season 2 from the perspective of longtime 'The Last of Us' players. First, they describe their experiences with the games, recap the biggest changes Season 1 made to the original 'The Last of Us,' and discuss why 'The Last of Us Part II' poses a greater adaptation challenge. Then they analyze the most significant changes to the story and structure of 'TLOU2' in the first episode of the show's second season, before speculating about what those differences might signify for Episode 2 and beyond. WARNING: spoilers for 'The Last of Us Part II.' Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on the finale of 'Daredevil: Born Again' and to discuss whether Disney+ landed the plane. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss one of the most anticipated shows of the year: ‘The Last of Us.’ They dive into the Season 2 premiere and examine character relationships and Joel’s role as a father figure. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss the newest episode of ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ which might be the best episode to date! They examine what’s going on in Matt’s head and how the reintroduction of Bullseye might be the shot in the arm that the show needed. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben brings on Steve Ahlman and Jomi Adeniran to break down the box office phenomenon that is 'A Minecraft Movie': the memes, the theatrical experience, and, yes, the movie itself. Then, after Ben and Jomi rant about being betrayed by the Season 4 finale of 'Mythic Quest' (36:57), Van Lathan and Jessica Clemons come on to discuss the new Deep South–set Xbox adventure 'South of Midnight' (45:47). Finally, Matt James joins to rave about (but not spoil!) the new best-reviewed game of 2025: indie darling 'Blue Prince' (1:18:00). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Jessica Clemons, Van Lathan, and Matt James Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are joined by Jessica Clemons for another addition of here comes the pitch! In celebration of 'The Last of Us' season 2 and 'A Minecraft Movie,' the squad is pitching their best video game adaptations. Host: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guest: Jessica Clemons Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Matt James dissect all the news from Nintendo’s long-awaited full unveiling of the Switch 2, from the announcements on the Nintendo Direct livestream to the in-person, hands-on event that Ben attended. First, they give their verdicts on whether the much-hyped Nintendo Direct fulfilled expectations. Then, they list their likes and dislikes from the day of reveals and demos, in addition to discussing some lingering unknowns. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Matt James Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss the newest episode of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ (9:15), as well as give you their reactions to the latest news in the nerd-verse including the ‘Spiderman 4’ title release (54:41). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Forward March! Join your favorite Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of their monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were (mostly) released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode. This time featuring amateurish trailers! Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Matt James, Daniel Chin, Arjuna Ramgopal, Charles Holmes, Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan, and Jonathan Kermah Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dust has settled, and the chairs are lined up. The House of Midnight members have assembled to give you their thoughts and reactions to the massive 'Doomsday' casting announcement that dropped yesterday. They break down the surprise names, as well as who is left out, which may bring hints for what's to come in the massive event from the MCU. Hosts: Van Lathan, Joanna Robinson, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: John Richter, Steve Ahlman, Stefano Sanchez, and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss the newest episodes of 'Daredevil: Born Again' and give their live reactions to the 'Avengers: Doomsday' casting announcements. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jonathan Kermah, Aleya Zenieris, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Jessica Clemons, and Arjuna Ramgopal get their 16th-century stealth on as they share their spoiler-free impressions of the highly anticipated, high-stakes sequel that brings the ‘Assassin’s Creed’ franchise to feudal Japan. They discuss what’s new, what’s not, what works, and what flops about the long-awaited title, as well as why its success is so vital to the future of beleaguered developer/publisher Ubisoft. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Jessica Clemons and Arjuna Ramgopal Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are here to deliver all of their thoughts on 'Severance' Season 2, including the character progression from the previous season and their conspiracy theories on the show lore. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are back with their reactions to the season finale of ‘Harley Quinn’ (11:30). Then, the guys get into ‘Looney Toons: The Day the Earth Blew Up’ and Warner Bros.’ business practices with the Looney Toons as a whole (35:00). Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss all things ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Episode 4. They dive into the arrival of The Punisher in the series and how the show compares to the original Netflix show. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Steve and Jomi immerse themselves in an epic 'Invincible' Season 3 finale and share their thoughts on Mark’s battle with Conquest, the Invincible War, and much more (07:00)! Later, the guys are joined by Jack Quaid, star of 'Novocaine' and 'The Boys'! The trio discuss the most gruesome scenes in 'Novocaine,' Quaid’s role as Hughie, and more (57:00)! Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guest: Jack Quaid Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Isaiah Blakely, and Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to discuss all things 'Daredevil: Born Again' Episode 3. They dive into White Tiger’s character arc and give the MCU a few ideas for alternate story lines. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Matt James, and Steve Ahlman step into their simulators and share their spoiler-free reviews of Hazelight's latest co-op opus, ‘Split Fiction.’ After discussing the highs and lows of the genre-bending adventure, they name their all-time favorite local co-op games (01:28). Finally, Ben talks to Hazelight founder and ‘Split Fiction’ director Josef Fares about the new game's development, the keys to co-op success, the future of gaming, and more (01:00:29). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Josef Fares, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘House of R,’ ‘The Midnight Boys,’ and ‘Mint Edition’ unite to bring you the 2025 Versies Awards and celebrate all the highs and lows of nerd content from this last year. Witchiest Moment (06:25) We Are So Back (11:43) Most Emotionally Wrenching Moment (18:09) Most Toxic Couple Award (30:03) Best Dance Scene (35:23) Heartthrob of the Year (41:47) Best Series (49:56) Best Movie (54:03) Best Performance (58:32) Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to give all of their thoughts on the first two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again seven years after the original Daredevil series ended. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Matt discuss Matt’s spoiler-free impressions of ‘Avowed,’ the ‘Elden Ring Nightreign’ network test, and news about layoffs and closures affecting ‘Marvel Rivals’ and ‘Wonder Woman’ (10:00). Then Ben looks for love in the latest installments of long-running video game franchises that he’s never previously played—‘Dynasty Warriors,’ ‘Sniper Elite,’ ‘Civilization,’ ‘Like a Dragon,’ and ‘Monster Hunter’—by “speed-dating” each of their newly released sequels and deciding whether the series deserves a second digital date (30:30). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guest: Matt James Producer: Devon Renaldo Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A short month yields a long list of recommendations! Join your favorite Ringer-Verse and House of R hosts and friends as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of their monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were (mostly) released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Matt James, Arjuna Ramgopal, Charles Holmes, Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to talk about all things Daredevil before Daredevil: Born Again comes out on Disney+ (12:17). They then discuss rumors of Lucasfilm’s president stepping down this year (1:32:30). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are back and ready to dive into all things animation! To kick things off, the guys react to Season 1 of ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ (02:00). Then, the guys check in on ‘Invincible’ Season 3 (25:00), followed by ‘Harley Quinn’ Season 5 (36:30). Later, the guys react to Nickelodeon’s announcement of ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ (44:30). Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back for a very special Nerd News episode! They share their reactions to the trailer for the highly anticipated Season 2 of Disney+’s Andor. They then discuss the most recent DC release schedule news. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the premiere of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Jomi Adeniran ranks the top 20 episodes, shares his favorite moments from the beloved series, and more! Host: Jomi Adeniran Producer: Aleya Zenieris Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Cory McConnell, & Kellen Becoats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to draft the Blackest movies (08:39)! Each of them picks their favorite Black movies from five different categories: ’90’s hood, comedy, action, drama, and wild card! Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time to roll the dice and begin the adventure of a lifetime with your favorite Ringer-Verse hosts as they enter the world of tabletop role-playing games! They answer the call of adventure to solve a murder and uncover a foul plot hatched by mysterious dark forces known only by a single symbol left at the crime scene. Join in for chaos and laughs as this epic journey begins. Act 1 (02:25) Act 2 (1:10:00) Act 3 (1:57:10) Directed by: Aleya Zenieris and Steve Ahlman Hosted by: Steve Ahlman Featuring: Charles Holmes, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran Audio Supervision: Jonathan Kermah Supervising Producer: Arjuna Ramgopal Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Tony Perry, Nick Kosut Motion Graphics: John Richter Audio Mixing: Steve Ahlman Video Production and Editing: Aleya Zenieris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to give you their honest reactions to the long-awaited Captain America: Brave New World (06:12). They discuss the film’s ambitions and how they didn’t stick the landing on a lot of those goals. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are back for super episode of Mint Edition in celebration of both the Super Bowl and the ‘Invincible’ season 3 premiere! First, the guys are joined by Jessica Clemens to react to some of their favorite Super Bowl trailers and Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show (9:00). Then, the trio reacts to the three episode premiere of ‘Invincible’ season 3 (50:30)! And later, Steve and Jomi interview ‘Invincible’ cast members Steven Yeun, Gillian Jacobs, J. K. Simmons, and Jason Mantzoukas (1:06:30)! Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Guests: Jessica Clemons, Steven Yeun, Gillian Jacobs, J. K. Simmons, and Jason Mantzoukas Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back with another Black Recast, but this time for 'Avengers: Infinity War.' They take us through their choices for the roles of the OG Avengers (12:18), the new Avengers (28:40), the Guardians (42:27), and the villains and supporting cast (58:17). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James banter about whether the console wars are over and whether 'Marvel Rivals' will keep the crown that 'Overwatch' once wore. Then (19:50) they give their spoiler-free reviews of the immense, fascinating, and frustrating action RPG 'Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.' After that, Julianna Ress and Khal Davenport join Ben to reminisce about 'The Sims' and reflect on the franchise's legacy on its 25th anniversary (48:30). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve Ahlman, Matt James, Julianna Ress, and Khal Davenport Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back to react to the official trailer for the long-awaited 'Fantastic Four: First Steps,' the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New year, new recommendations! Join the Ringer-Verse and House of R crews as they gush about geek content in the latest installment of their monthly mini-pod about fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were (mostly) released recently but not yet covered in-depth on a full-length episode. Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Mallory Rubin, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Matt James, Arjuna Ramgopal, Johnathan Kermah, Charles Holmes Producer: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are back and swinging with their thoughts on the premiere of ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ on Disney+. Along the way, they discuss Hudson Thames’s comment about “wokeness,” the show’s theme music, and much more! Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Jomi discuss their mutual affection for the Apple TV+ comedy ‘Mythic Quest,’ examine what makes the series stand out, and react to its return for a fourth season. Then they name their top five movies, TV shows, and novels about video games, game development, or gaming culture (1:20). After that, they talk to Ashly Burch, a prominent video game voice actor, ‘Mythic Quest’ costar, and writer/director/producer of ‘Mythic Quest’ and spinoff ‘Side Quest,’ about making both series, her prolific career, and the evolution of the games industry (1:09:00). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Jomi Adeniran and Ashly Burch Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys are back with another Midnight Family Court, this time over who should gain custody of Batman—Matt Reeves or James Gunn (04:39)—with the Honorable Judge Chris Ryan serving the court. Later, they dive into the new trailer for the newest Ryan Coogler film, 'Sinners' (54:49). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Guest: Chris Ryan Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boys may be late, but they are here to bring you all of their opinions of ‘Wicked’ (7:07). They give out their awards (1:05:18) for best song and maybe even give it their own rendition. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices