We start with our thoughts on Solo: A Star Wars Story and news of even more spin-off films being made from our favorite characters. Later, we have a deadline on the potential Fox/Disney deal and the fallout from the weekend which saw the cancellation of Roseanne on ABC. Later, we have lawsuit talk on Pussycat Dolls, Dr Luke, and Frank Ocean, and the newest beef between Pusha-T and Drake. We wrap it all up with new Pokemon game news and the closure of the classic game RuneScape.
Read MoreToday, we talk about the hot water that Show Dogs is in as well as thoughts on Deadpool 2. Next up, we have a strategic move by ESPN to pick up the broadcasting rights to the UFC as well as thoughts on Rise, American Idol, and Fahrenheit 451. Later, we talk about Gwen Stefani's new residency in Las Vegas and how Ed Sheeran is combating ticket bots and resellers. We wrap it all up with a $100M Fortnite prize pool for its season 2 and complete thoughts on God of War (2018) as we have completed the game.
Read MoreWe have news of Kristen Stewart's directorial debut and a new film about female spies during the American Revolution led by Jessica Chastain. Next, we have sports betting news and all the cancellations and renewals from the four major networks. Later, we talk about R Kelly getting blocked by the Spotify Algorithm and the unusual amount of streams from Tidal is raising more questions. We wrap it all up with the CEO of GameStop resigning and the death of the PS Vita.
Read MoreWe start things off with Patty Jenkins getting paid for Wonder Woman 2 and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson getting paid to tweet his own movies. Next, Conan has a new 4-year deal and Ryan Murphy has adopted the inclusion riders for his shows. Later, Post Malone has topped The Beatles and Ticketmaster wants to scan your face at concert venues. We wrap it all up with a Fortnite crossover event with the Avengers and how video game reviews look at bugs versus game design.
Read MoreToday we have our spoiler free and 5 minute spoiler filled thoughts on Avengers: Infinity War along with all the records it's been breaking. Next, we talk about the longest running primetime scripted series and the new DC streaming service. Later, we have new music from ABBA and a $1M festival ticket that isn't for Stagecoach, but you get free thoughts on that. We wrap it all up with a trip around the world in video game news coming from both the EU and South Korea.
Read MoreToday we have all the news from Cinemacon 2018 and thoughts on the new Amy Schumer movie I Feel Pretty. Next up, we have an acquisition from Lionsgate and an animated show set in the Fast and the Furious universe. Later, we talk all the new Kanye news on several albums and the final news surrounding the death of Prince. We wrap it all up with news on the video game Glover with the trouble between trademark and copyrights and end it all with our thoughts on the new God of War.
Read MoreToday we go over the lawsuit between director George Miller and Warner Bros over Mad Max: Fury Road as well as some rule changes for MoviePass owners. Next up, we tackle a change in Amazon Studios and give our brief thoughts on the new Netflix series Lost In Space. Later, we take a look at Kendrick Lamar winning the Pulitzer Prize for music and a sudden windfall for a Seattle based radio station KEXP FM. We wrap it all up with some news about Konami and why you shouldn't just download everything you see for Minecraft.
Read MoreToday we have thoughts and information about A Quiet Place as well as the fall of T.J. Miller. Then, we have a follow up to the Sinclair Media fallout and what brought Adam Savage back to Mythbusters. Later, we talk about our thoughts on new albums from Thirty Seconds to Mars, Hop Along, and Jackie Chan, yes that Jackie Chan, in music news. We wrap it all up with video game fines in South Korea and new changes coming to PUBG.
Read MoreToday we have thoughts on the new film Ready Player One as well a look into what it took to make a film with a ton of intellectual property thrown in the mix. Next, we talk about Sinclair Broadcasting and using its anchors to relay a message while staying under contract. Later, we see how much Spotify is worth and how Live Nation could be in trouble for breaking antitrust laws. We wrap it all up with Kansas state law about swatting and how developers got in the fun this year with April Fools jokes.
Read MoreToday we have thoughts on Pacific Rim Uprising and news on MoviePass expanding with the return of The Bits. Next, we have long time Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider leaving and more lawsuits for Bill O'Reilly that keep on piling up. Later, we have the final nail in the coffin for the "Blurred Lines" lawsuit and a list of songs being added to the Library of Congress National Archive. Lastly, we cover congressional laws being passed that effect Microsoft's database as well as a celebration of Tim Schafer's career in game development.
Read MoreToday we start with thoughts on Tomb Raider and Love, Simon, as well as the beginning of the end for the Weinstein Company. Next, we talk about Marlon Bundo book and the payout for starring in Stranger Things. Later, we cover the demise of iHeart Media as it officially files for bankruptcy and the lineup for Lollapalooza 2018 in Chicago. We wrap it all up by announcing the closure of Toys R Us stores and news coming out of the Game Developers Conference that took place in San Francisco.
Read MoreToday we have thoughts on The Hurricane Heist and A Wrinkle In Time with news on inclusion riders. Next we talk about a new Star Wars tv show by Jon Favreau and a lot of TV thoughts with The Push, Deception, For the People, Rise, and the return of American Idol on ABC. Later, we wrap up the ensuing saga of Fyre Festival and learn of Eminem's new milestone for his most famous song. Lastly, we wrap it all up with the White House meeting with the video game industry to talk about violence in video games and a special news update that will help us cover even more games in the future.
Read MoreFirst, we have our reaction to the Academy Award winners and the recent move of Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War. Next we take our weekly look at Netflix and how Hasan Minaj is making moves over at the streaming giant. Later we discuss the possible end to iHeart Media and the end of John Williams as he is set to retire from composing scores for future Star Wars films past Episode IX. We wrap it all up with a brief look at a new Nintendo Direct and the downsizing of Rovio studios from its London office.
Read MoreWe start with new release thoughts on Annihilation and Game Night and get you ready for the Academy Awards on Sunday. Next, we discuss the NRA TV channel on Amazon and the ever-continuing sale of Sky TV. Later, we talk about an exposé RHCP bassist, Flea did for TIME Magazine on drug addiction and Spotify getting ready to go public on the NYSE. We wrap it all up with legislation being discussed by Rhode Island and mental health as well as our continuing story on Loot Boxes and what the ESRB is doing to regulate them.
Read MoreToday we have our thoughts on Black Panther and all the records it broke this weekend. Next, we have an Olympic update as well as Doctor Who news and an update on Jeffrey Tambor. Later, we discuss a couple of older bands in Led Zeppelin and Metallica as well as the struggling Gibson Guitars. We wrap it all up with two legal precedents about the DMCA and making sure loot boxes are addressed by the ESRB.
Read MoreToday, we have news regarding WGA winners and Fox shuffling around their upcoming slate of films. Next, we talk in depth about the winter Olympics opening ceremony and Gold medal winners for the USA as well as Butch Hartman leaving Nickelodeon after 20 years. Later, get ready for two reunions from the Spice Girls and Smashing Pumpkins so get your tickets soon. We wrap it all up with Hawaii leading legislation against loot boxes and a the big effect Monster Hunter World has had for Capcom.
Read MoreWe have a lot of thoughts to go over this week beginning with The Shape of Water and The Cloverfield Paradox. Next, we have thoughts on Coach Snoop and Dirty Money during TV talk. Later, we have thoughts on the new Justin Timberlake album Man of the Woods as well as his performance during the Super Bowl. We wrap it all up with the EVO 2018 lineup and the Mario Kart Tour announcement.
Read MoreWe have a short podcast this week as Mike is recovering from tonsil surgery. We take a look at the next projects for Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks. Later we prep you for the big game this weekend and the commercials you're bound to fall in love with. Next, we take a look at Canada suing Ticketmaster for its fees and a possible lawsuit involving Lorde not performing in Tel Aviv. We wrap it all up with the shutdown of Miitomo and our first impressions of the big game release Monster Hunter World.
Read MoreToday we officially have the nominations for the Academy Awards and go way over the top analyzing the top categories as well as have thoughts on the new release, 12 Strong. Next we have the end of Dragonball Super news and the revival of Joel McHale on Netflix. Later, we talk about three different acts, Neil Diamond, Sir Elton John, and Pearl Jam about touring and motivation. We wrap it all up with a big Microsoft move and Facebook getting the lead in esports streaming via Facebook Watch.
Read MoreToday we talk about a possible Lionsgate buyout and have thoughts on The Post. We also have a lot to say about the recent Aziz Ansari publication as well as the end of Modern Family. Later, we go over the revival of Prince in concert and ticketing fees being terrible to fans. We wrap it all up with Nintendo announcements and thoughts on the widely praised game NieR:Automata.
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