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First, we start with the Tony Awards being canceled due to the writers strike, and Jimmy Allen being suspended by his agency. Next, Ubisoft lays off 60 employees without warning, and the CMA puts more restrictions on the Microsoft/Activision-Blizzard deal. Later, Bob Iger announced that Hulu would become more integrated with Disney+, and the WGA plans to protest David Zaslav's commencement speech. We wrap it all up with Nintendo Pictures being officially introduced, and the Directors Guild of America heads into its own negotiations. We also have thoughts on The Muppets Mayhem and Air.

Media Boat Podcast Ep. 382: Galaxy Wars - The Writers Strike Back

First, we start with Speak Now Taylor's Version coming July 7th, and the news that Ed Sheeran doesn't have to quit music. Next, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom leaks online 2 weeks ahead of its launch, and Phil Spencer addresses the launch state of Redfall. Later, the Writers Guild of America officially went on strike, and we see an immediate impact in the late night scheduled entertainment. We wrap it all up with The Super Mario Bros. Movie crossing the $1B mark, and we take a look at the future of the Guardians of the Galaxy. We also have thoughts on Ed Sheeran, Redfall, Star Wars: Jedi Survivor, Disney Spellstruck, Star Wars: Visions, Peter Pan and Wendy, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

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. 379: Monogamy Mario Monohosts Masters

First we start with the National Recording Registry adding 25 new songs, and Spotify will be discontinuing Heardle. Next, Redfall news as the game comes closer, and Media Molecule will end support for Dreams. Later, Warner Bros. Discovery unveils Max, and Amazon digs through MGM for new series. We wrap it all up with Mario domination at the box office, and Guy Ritchie being sued. We also have thoughts on EA PGA Tour, Love is Blind, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

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 March Madness 2023: Taylor Swift Eras Tournament, Part 5

It’s all come down to this: We’ve chosen sixteen of Taylor Swift’s best songs off of her ten albums, and now they’re all in a bracket. Listen as we pit them against each other in emotional, musical combat, all to determine the Taylor Swift song to rule all Taylor Swift songs! Will your favorite make it to the finals? Listen to find out!

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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 March Madness 2023: Taylor Swift Eras Tournament, Part 4

It's March, and it’s time for brackets! This year we are pitting the different eras of Taylor Swift against each other to find the best song Tay has ever created. This episode is dedicated to the recent songs from her Modern era: The pandemic poetry of Folklore, its surprise follow up Evermore, and the her latest album, Midnights. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a walk down memory lane as we deep dive into what might be Taylor’s creative peak.

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Thoughts: The Last of Us Season 1

The Last of Us is a series filled with emotional highs that will keep you on the edge of your seat in a world ravaged by an ever-spreading infection.

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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 March Madness 2023: Taylor Swift Eras Tournament, Part 3

It's March, and it’s time for brackets! This year we are pitting the different eras of Taylor Swift against each other to find the best song Tay has ever created. This episode is dedicated to all the bangers from her Pop era: all the hits from 1989, the questionable choices made on Reputation and her return to form on Lover. Sit back, relax, and enjoy as we discuss Taylor’s most controversial era.

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Thoughts: Poker Face Season 1

If you like Knives Out and Glass Onion, then I have some good news for you. Rian Johnson has a new murder-mystery show starring Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll) as Charlie Cale, a woman who can tell when people are lying. With a power like that, you would think our main character would be a detective or secret agent, but instead Natasha is a woman-on-the-run with no place to call home.

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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 March Madness 2023: Taylor Swift Eras Tournament, Part 2

It's March, and it’s time for brackets! This year we are pitting the different eras of Taylor Swift against each other to find the best song Tay has ever created. This episode is dedicated to the transitional songs from what we call her “Experimental” era: Self-written, rock-inspired Speak Now and her wildly successful album Red. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a walk down memory lane as we deep dive into some of the some of the best of the Taylor Swift catalog.

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Media Boat Oscar Predictions 2023

Get your ballots ready— we’re less than one week to the 95th Academy Awards! Who will take home the gold? Honestly, we have no idea. But that has never stopped us from taking a wild swing at it. Some years we’re incredibly accurate, while some years we completely miss the mark (looking at you, 2022!). Below is our list of predictions. Media Boat Podcast is not responsible for any bets lost from using our picks!

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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 March Madness 2023: Taylor Swift Eras Tournament, Part 1

It's March, and it’s time for brackets! This year we are pitting the different eras of Taylor Swift against each other to find the best song Taylor Swift has ever created. This episode is dedicated to the OG songs from her Country era: her self titled debut album Taylor Swift and her breakout album Fearless. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a walk down memory lane as we deep dive into classic Taylor Swift songs.

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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.