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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. 380: Mighty Morphin Mandalorian: Blind Drunk Coachella

First, we start with an update on Anitta signing with Universal's Republic Records, and Foo Fighters have announced their first album since the passing of Taylor Hawkins in 2022. Next, Horizon: Forbidden West gets an update alongside the release of its DLC, and Niantic is teaming up with Capcom for a new mobile game based on Monster Hunter. Later, WGA members have voted to strike if a deal isn't reached by May 1, and Disney+ now has Spider-Man films. We wrap it all up with Netflix ending it's signature DVD mailing system, and Legendary Entertainments gets a huge influx of cash. We also have thoughts on Coachella, Love is Blind Live Reunion, The Mandalorian, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always and Single Drunk Female.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 378: Evil Tetris God

First, we start with The Recording Academy teaming up with the United Nations to promote social justice, and Anitta has parted ways with Warner Music Group. Next, Shigeru Miyamoto suggests Nintendo could be moving away from mobile titles, and MultiVersus has been removed from all digital storefronts. Later, the WWE has been sold to Endeavor Group Holdings, and HBO is in its final stages of gaining a Harry Potter TV show. We wrap it all up with James Gunn hinting at a Marvel & DC crossover, and we have news from Star Wars Celebration. We also have thoughts on Wednesday, Resident Evil 4 (remake), and Tetris.

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. 376: My Kind of Stardust Tunnel

First, we start with The American Music Awards taking a 1 year sabbatical, and then take a look at the "Creator Equity Fund" from Spotify. Next, Counter-Strike 2 was officially announced for this summer, and we have the winners from the 23rd annual Game Developers Choice Awards. Later, Apple is going to make you pay to watch Friday Night Baseball, and TV show Smash is getting a stage musical adaptation. We wrap it all up with the announcements of Good Burger 2, and SNL alum Kyle Mooney's directorial debut for A24. We also have thoughts on Lana Del Rey, Fall Out Boy, Tchia, Dance 100, Love is Blind S4 and My Kind of Country.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 375: Outlast of Us: Evil Gecs Lawyer

First, we start with Taylor Swift kicking off her Eras tour, and the it’s The Cure vs. Ticketmaster. Next, Diablo IV's beta went live this week, and Starfield has been given a Restricted rating in Australia. Later, Diamond Sports Group officially files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and we have some Bits including updates on BBC strike, the SNL post-production strike, and a YouTube TV price hike. We wrap it all up with the Academy Award winners, and the WGA gets ready for a strike. We also have have thoughts on 100 Gecs, Resident Evil 4, The Last of Us, Outlast, The Good Lawyer and Ted Lasso.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 374: Endless Oscar Birthday Wish Part 2

First, we start with a GloRilla concert tragedy, and then Anitta's contract battle with Warner Records. Next, Rocksteady's Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League gets delayed to later this year, and Mario Kart 8 adds five new character selection slots. Later, SNL editors prepare to strike on April 1st, and Television City is getting a $1.25B make-over. We wrap it all up with A24 films for the summer, and our official predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards. We also have thoughts on Miley Cyrus, Poker Face, History of the World Part 2, Tar, Guillermo Del Toro's Pinnochio, and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 373: Mandalorian Return to M3GAN Deluxe

First, we start with Travis Scott allegedly assaulting a man in New York, and Kiss have announced their final tour dates. Next, Pokemon announced DLC for Scarlet/Violet, and Square-Enix has announced plans to replace current president Yosuke Matsuda. Later, The BBC have voted to strike in the coming weeks and we have Bits featuring Poker Face, Zachary Quinto, and Chris Rock. We wrap it all up with the SAG and Annie Award winners the past weekend. We also have thoughts on Kirby Return to Dreamland Deluxe, The Mandalorian, The Weeknd Live at Sofi, Perfect Match, Cheat, and M3GAN.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 372: Atomic Gorillas Swing

First, we start with the Latin Grammys making plans to host the concert in Sevilla, Spain, and the Rolling Stones and (some of) The Beatles are teaming up for a new album. Next, PlayStation has its State of Play this week, and Shinji Mikami is leaving Tango Gameworks. Later, Warner Bros. Discovery is suing Paramount Global over the rights to South Park episodes, and director's commentary on Glass Onion can be heard in podcast form. We wrap it all up with David Zaslav announcing a new Lord of the Rings project is in the works, and we wrap up the winners of the BAFTAs. We also have thoughts on Gorillas, Atomic Heart, Full Swing, and Not Dead Yet.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 371: Match Ant-man and Rihanna

First we talk all about Rihanna's Super Bowl surprise, and a sad story involving former American Idol contestant Kellie Pickler. Next, we serve up some Game Bits, featuring a Firaxis shakeup, a new Disney Dreamlight Valley update, and EA making a deal with the Premier League. Later, HBO is going to be on TNT, and Tubi now has an evaluation of $2B. We wrap it all up with I Am Legend sequel in the works and Tom Holland steps into the shoes of Fred Astaire. We also have thoughts on Caroline Polachek, Perfect Match, and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

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.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 369: Forspoken Grammy Noms

First, there’s finally a Beyonce world tour, and then we present our Grammy predictions. Next, EA has cancelled an upcoming game from Respawn, and Nick Offerman has beef with Banjo-Kazooie. Later, Netflix is walking back it's password sharing policy (for now), and Showtime will become one with Paramount+. We wrap it all up with Chapter 1 of the DCU, and director Antoine Fuqua has signed on to direct a Michael Jackson biopic. We also have thoughts on Forspoken, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, and Celebrity Jeopardy!

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 368: Physical Rush on the Poker Court

First, Britney Spears asks for privacy (again), and the Ticketmaster hearings are underway in the U.S. Senate. Next, Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann has said the studio is moving on from the Uncharted series, and Xbox confirms a physical showcase during the upcoming E3 show. Later, Adult Swim and Hulu have cut ties with Justin Roiland, and Amazon is developing a Tomb Raider series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge. We wrap it all up with Avatar crossing the $2B mark, and take a look at the announced Academy Award nominations. We also have thoughts on Lil Yachty, Sam Smith, Elle King, Hi-Fi Rush, Physical: 100, Shrinking, Poker Face, That 90s Show, Night Court, Elvis, and All Quiet on the Western Front.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 367: The Last Heavy Ticket Ride On!

First, we start with a lawsuit involving a pooping unicorn, and then Miley Cyrus has another hit on her hands. Next, Microsoft lays off 10,000 people, and Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot issues a company-wide apology. Later, Reed Hastings steps down as CEO of Netflix, and Jeremy Clarkson parts ways with Amazon. We wrap it all up with Regal Cinemas closing 33 theaters, and Charlie Day selling his directorial debut Fool's Paradise. We also have thoughts on The Heavy Hours, Pocket Card Jockey Ride On!, The Traitors, The Last of Us, and Ticket to Paradise.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 366: Golden Velma Cooker

First we’ve got some Music Bits, including John Fogarty, U2, and Coachella’s headliners. Next, we talk about High on Life creator Justin Roiland’s recent allegations, and Ubisoft’s cancellations of 3 unannounced games. Later, we have the Golden Globe winners for TV, and a new country singing competition on Apple TV+. We wrap it all up with Golden Globe winners for movies, and MoviePass gets financing for the year. We also have thoughts on Your Honor, Pressure Cooker, and Velma.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 365: Season 8 and Feeling Great

First, the Foo Fighters making a statement that they will continue on without their drummer Taylor Hawkins, and French Montana is in the news for (being near) a shooting in Miami. Next, Sony has announced Project Leonardo, a new customizable controller aimed at players with disabilities, and Hitman is being rebranded. Later, Billy Bush is at it again with lewd comments, and Warner Bros. Discovery ushers in a new 2023. We wrap it all up with Michael Giacchino directing a feature length film, and we look at the 2023 release calendar. We also have thoughts on Matilda the Musical and Kaleidoscope.

2022 Year-End Wrap Up Special - Everything Else!

Today we wrap up the year of everything else - politics, world events, volcanoes, and whatever else we can think of! We’re also joined by two special guests!

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 364: Season 7 Finally!

First is the sad news that Jeremiah Green, the co-founder of Modest Mouse, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Next, Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai is officially “semi-retired” at the age of 52. Later, we take a look at the Nielsen ratings from the past year. We wrap it all up with the box office champion of 2022. We also have thoughts on Pokemon Violet, Nintendo Switch Sports, Call of Duty MWII, The Circle and Alice in Borderlands.

2022 Year-End Wrap Up Special - Movies

The year is almost over, so it’s time to wrap it up! Today we have a recap of the year in Movies. What do we think was the biggest news story of the year? Listen and find out! Then we have Mike & Matt’s top 5 movies of the year. Can we choose one film to crown the Media Boat Podcast Film of the Year?

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 363: Christmas Eve: The Way of Santa

First, Tory Lanez at last gets convicted in the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, and Justin Bieber sells his catalog to Hipgnotic. Next, High on Life is doing great on Game Pass, and the FTC cracks down on Epic Games. Later, NFL Sunday Ticket is going to YouTube, and Netflix is going to crackdown on password sharing next year. We wrap it all up with another Harvey Weinstein conviction, and some Avatar behind the scenes news. We also have thoughts on National Treasure: Edge of History, The Santa Clauses, Avatar: The Way of Water, and Strange World.