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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 451: My Favorite Peglin Guide to Murder

First, we start with Lady Gaga announcing a new album, while Adele announced she's taking a long break. Next, Concord is shutting down its live service after 11 active days. Later, DirecTV has blacked out Disney programming due to contract negotiations right before the start of football season. We wrap it all up with Annapurna striking a deal with Remedy to bring Alan Wake and Control to film and TV projects. We also have thoughts on John Legend, Peglin, Black Ops 6, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, and Furiosa.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 450: About a Sweet Tetris Wonderwall

First, we start with Liam and Noel Gallagher putting their feud to the side in favor of money made with an Oasis reunion tour. Next, a Nintendo Direct happened today but we only care about Tetris news. Later, Disney is closing down several of its apps to force users to sign up for Disney+ and Hulu. We wrap it all up with an AI fiasco for Megalopolis. We also have thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter and Thomas Rhett.

PodcastMedia BoatAugust 29, 2024oasis, nintendo, tetris forever, disney, hulu, disney+, megalopolis, sabrina carpenter, thomas rhettComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 448: Maddenadoobee Olympics

First, we start with Taylor Swift's Vienna concert being cancelled due to a terrorist plot. Next, Valve has a new game called Deadlock dropping subtly on Steam. Later, the Cartoon Network website is being shut down by WBD. We wrap it all up with D23 news on everything coming out from Disney. We also have thoughts on beabadoobee, Madden NFL 25, and The Olympics closing ceremony.

PodcastMedia BoatAugust 29, 2024taylor swift, valve, deadlock, steam, cartoon network, warner bros discovery, d23, disney, beabadoobee, madden nfl 25, olympicsComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 446: Deadpool's Olympic Records

First, we start with The 1975 being sued for their front man's comments last year in Malaysia. Next, video game voice actors strike over failed negotiations with stipulations on AI protections. Later, Disney and WBD officially release their bundle deal to save you 38%. We wrap it all up with Deadpool & Wolverine’s record breaking weekend. We also have thoughts on The Olympic Opening Ceremony and Deadpool & Wolverine.

PodcastMedia BoatAugust 1, 2024the 1975, disney, warner bros discovery, deadpool & wolverine, olympicsComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 439: The Games with Brat Hacks

First, we start with The Black Keys parting ways with their manager as fallout continues from their canceled arena tour. Next, it's Summer Game Fest and we have all the games from the events that you will soon get to play. Later, the NBA is inking a deal worth $77B with Comcast, Amazon, and Disney for streaming and broadcast rights for the next 10 years. We wrap it all up with the official announcement of Toy Story 5 where Tom Hanks and Tim Allen will somehow return. We also have thoughts on Charli XCX, The Quiz with Balls, and Hacks.

PodcastMedia BoatJune 18, 2024the black keys, summer game fest, nba, co, comcast, amazon prime video, disney, toy story 5, charli xcx, the quiz with balls, hacksComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 436: H8 Me Hard and X-Menly

First, we start with Spotify being hit with a cease-and-desist letter from the National Music Publishers Association. Next, the Gamer Network has been acquired by IGN Entertainment for an unknown sum. Later, Comcast has announced a new StreamSaver bundle combining Peacock Premium, Netflix Basic, and Apple TV+ for $15 a month. We wrap it all up with three Disney stories featuring a movie about Club 33, Pixar laying off 175 employees, and Marvel signs Michael Lesslie to write a new X-Men film. We also have thoughts on The Avett Brothers, Billie Eilish, X-Men '97, and The 8 Show.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 435: Little Brady Big Renewals

First, we start with Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys being placed under a conservatorship since the passing of his wife in January. Next, we take a look at both Microsoft and Sony as one seeks to open it's own mobile store, while the other replaced its CEO. Later, Disney and Warner Bros Discovery will be teaming up this summer to offer a very enticing streaming bundle service. We wrap it all up with the newest adaptation of Beowulf, but this time from Grendel's point of view. We also have thoughts on Little Kitty, Big City, The Circle, and Tom Brady.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 430: Wish College Basketball Was Above Us

First, we start with music bits catch-up on Billie Eilish's next album name, Lizzo may or may not be quitting, and Morgan Wallen throws a chair off a building. Next, Roblox has rejected accusations that the platform is exploitative when children use it to make money. Later, Disney will be cracking down on password sharing using the same techniques that Netflix used last year. We wrap it all up with Denis Villeneuve confirming to be working on Dune Part 3 and a project surrounding nuclear war. We also have thoughts on Vampire Weekend and Wish.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 429: Cowboy Carter's Heaven Dream Band Problem

First we start with Sean "Diddy" Combs getting in trouble with Homeland Security and having his homes raided. Next, Embracer Group is selling Borderlands company Gearbox to Take Two for a hefty price tag. Later, Rooster Teeth is sending it's fabled Red vs. Blue series out on a high note with a film available next month. We wrap it all up with Disney making sure the Pirates franchise stays alive with another reboot attempt in the works. We also have thoughts on Beyoncé, Sum 41, 3 Body Problem, Dream Scenario, and Trolls Band Together.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 422: Anatomy Elementary Past Foamstars Reloaded

First, we start with music bits on Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, and Beyoncé. Next, Disney is making a $1.5B investment into Epic Games in order to launch a new entertainment universe. Later, the Super Bowl was the most watched television event in history, but Paramount Global still went ahead and cut 800 jobs. We wrap it all up with the Academy Awards making a new category in Best Casting for the 2026 award show. We also have thoughts on Kacey Musgraves, Beyoncé, Foamstars, Persona 3 Reloaded, The Super Bowl, Abbott Elementary, Past Lives, and Anatomy of a Fall.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 408: Wario Dreamer on All Parts

First, we start with 1989 (Taylor's Version) making records and Rage Against the Machine at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Next, people loved when Fortnite went OG and The Legend of Zelda live action film is currently in development. Later, Disney has agreed to purchase the whole of Hulu and The Bits with Taylor Tomlinson, a Dune prequel, and The Matthew Perry Foundation being founded. We wrap it all up with Walt Disney Animation Studios voting yes for unionization and SAG-AFTRA gains a small victory in AI concessions. We also have thoughts on Jimmy Buffett, Warcraft Rumble, WarioWare: Move It!, and Fashion Dreamer.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 407: Taylor, Pluto, Ruby, and Freddy (Mario Bros. Version)

First we start with The Beatles in the news and Taylor Swift breaks streaming records again. Next, Bungie gets hit with layoffs and Atari is purchasing Digital Eclipse. Later, SAG-AFTRA deal is not in sight and there's an overhaul coming to Sesame Street. We wrap it all up with Five Nights at Freddy's record weekend and Disney shakes up their release schedule. We also have thoughts on 1989 (Taylor's Version), Pluto, Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken, and Five Nights at Freddy's.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 403: My Wonderful Funday of Naked Disney Rumble

First, we start with some Music Bits, covering Record Store Day, Cher, and Bruce Springsteen. Next, we cover Video Game bits, including Epic Games layoffs, the SIE CEO stepping down, and a Platinum Games director leaving the studio. Later, with the WGA strike over, late night hosts are back at work, and writing begins on some of your favorite shows. We wrap it all up with Beyoncé releasing her own concert film, and Disney VFX workers unanimously vote to unionize. We also have thoughts on Disney Speedstorm, My Hero Ultra Rumble, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, Harley Quinn S4, Toy Story Funday Football, and Naked Attraction.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 401: Bigger Elemental Explosions Party

First, we start with Jann Wenner's comments about musicians, and Hipgnosis will sell parts of its catalog to pay down debts. Next, Unity had the gaming world up in arms against them, and leaks from Microsoft have been revealed. Later, Disney channels have a bid of $10B, and strikers will get unemployment benefits. We wrap it all up with Marvel Studios' visual effects workers voting to unionize, and WGA talks are set to resume on Wednesday. We also have thoughts on Dan + Shay, Explosions in the Sky, Cursed to Golf, The AfterParty, Elemental and a summer movie wrap-up.

PodcastMedia BoatSeptember 22, 2023jann wenner, hipgnosis, microsoft, disney, marvel, wga, dan + shay, explosions in the sky, cursed to golf, the afterparty, elementalComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 400: We got Guts to do this many episodes

First, we start with Zach Bryan getting arrested, and we get to talk about the Stagecoach lineup. Next, Epic Games is losing its Mustard, and Roblox is coming to the PlayStation at long last. Later, Disney makes a deal with Spectrum, and we have some Bad Bits featuring Jimmy Fallon, Drew Barrymore, Danny Masterson, and the WGA. We Wrap it all up with more WGA updates, and a Disney Legacy collection with 100 animated films. We also have thoughts on Guts and Starfield.

PodcastMedia BoatSeptember 14, 2023zach bryan, stagecoach, epic games, roblox, playstation, disney, spectrum, jimmy fallon, drew barrymore, danny masterson, wga, guts, starfieldComment

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 388: Black Mirror XVI Demo

First, we start with some Music Bits, with Grammy changes, new music from Olivia Rodrigo, and an update from Ticketmaster. Next, we have summer news wrap ups on Microsoft and the rest, including Ubisoft and Capcom. Later, Pat Sajak is leaving Wheel of Fortune, and the Golden Globes were sold. We wrap it all up wth Disney moving some release dates, and Andy Muschietti of The Flash has his next project line up. We also have thoughts on the Final Fantasy XVI demo and Black Mirror Season 6.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 386: Here We Are: Across the Lasso-Verse

First, we start with some international Eras Tour dates, and a Latin Music Trilogy Tour later this year. Next, Ratchet & Clank comes to PC, and Nintendo blocks a Steam emulator. Later, the Diamond Sports Group is forced to pay MLB teams, and an auction of 1950s tv memorabilia. We wrap it all up with Guild solidarity, and A24 gains a former Disney executive. We also have thoughts on Foo Fighters, Ted Lasso, Succession, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 381: Indigo! Baby J! Bear!

First, we start with the Senate Judiciary Committee submitting legislation against Ticketmaster, and Taylor Swift is poised to enter the Billboard Top 10 on Record Store Day sales alone. Next, the UK is blocking the Activision-Blizzard merger with Microsoft, and Apple has gained a victory in its legal battle with Epic Games. Later, there were some firings with Tucker Carlson gone at Fox News and Don Lemon out at CNN. We wrap it all up with news from Cinemacon 2023 presentations out of Warner Bros, Sony, and Disney.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 377: Boygenius Up at the Prize Show

First, we start with Drake dropping out of Lollapalooza Brazil, and the announced Power Trip Festival in October. Next, E3 is officially canceled this year, and some new features in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom were revealed this week. Later, Scott Pilgrim vs The World is getting an anime series, and the creator of The Bachelor is leaving the series - but not for what you may think. We wrap it all up with Jonathan Majors’s arrest this past weekend, and Questlove directing a Disney film. We also have thoughts on boygenius, Chef Life, MLB The Show 23, Secrets of Sulfur Springs, The Bad Batch, Doogie Kahmelaloha, Up Here, The Big Door Prize, and A Knock at the Cabin.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 370: This Is Lost Space Remastered

First, we have all the announcements of this weeks Nintendo Direct, and a bonus story about Nintendo giving all workers a 10% increase in pay. Next, we discuss the Grammy winners and Rihanna's upcoming Super Bowl Halftime show. Later, CBS is canceling The Late Late Show and Mike Schur is developing another comedy with Ted Danson. We wrap it all up with Sightline at AMC for premium seating and Disney announces sequels to Toy Story, Frozen, and Zootopia. We also have thoughts on Dead Space, Goldeneye 007, GB & GBA Nintendo Online, Metroid Prime Remastered, Linkin Park, and Paramore.