Media Boat Podcast Ep. 463: Spellbound GNX Prophecy

First we start with Drake submitting 2 lawsuits against UMG over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' song. Next, Veteran Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida has announced he will be leaving the company in January, after 31 years at PlayStation. Later, TV bits on Pamela Hayden, Wendy Williams, and Dan Schneider. We wrap it all up with a look at the top grossing movies of the year, which just happen to all be direct sequels. We also have thoughts on Kendrick Lamar, Arcane S2, Dune: Prophecy, A Man on the Inside, and Spellbound.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 462: Rebooted From Zero Exposure

First we start with all the guests that will appear on Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming Christmas special for Netflix. Next, we have all the nominations for this years Video Game Awards, including the six contenders for Game of the Year. Later, we take a look at 2 sport media deals with Diamond Sports Group and the future of Inside the NBA on TNT. We wrap it all up with some move bits on the sale of the Jim Henson lot, AMC XL plans, and The Criterion Collection striking a deal with WBD to stay on MAX. We also have thoughts on Rebooted II, Linkin Park, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, and St. Denis Medical.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 461: Forever Arcane Champs

First we start with Grammy nominations and the dominance of women artists this year in the major 4 categories. Next, Take-Two has sold its indie publishing label Private Division. Later, the Mass Effect TV show is getting the greenlight for Prime Video. We wrap it all up with Simon Kinberg getting the nod to write the next Star Wars trilogy. We also have thoughts on State Champs, Tetris Forever, and Arcane.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 460: Pokémon Double Exposure in the Building All Along

First we start with a Universal Music Group lawsuit against Believe for blatant copyright infringement of songs. Next, Brian Horton moves on from Insomniac's The Wolverine game and onto the next installment of Perfect Dark for Microsoft. Later, Netflix is ending its interactive media starting on December 1st, where only 4 titles will remain. We wrap it all up by bringing home the Bacon... Kevin Bacon’s first family comedy-horror film. We also have thoughts on Olivia Rodrigo, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, Only Murders in the Building and Agatha All Along.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 459: Taco Mario Halloween Hat Party

First we start with Ticketmaster canceling 50,000 scalped tickets to the Oasis concert next year. Next, two game studios are shuttering their doors after releasing games earlier this year. Later, SNL VFX workers successfully vote to unionize with IATSE. We wrap it all up with a special Halloween news segment on the return of Scary Movie. We also have thoughts on Kelsea Ballerini, Halsey, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, It's Florida Man, and Conclave.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 458: Elvira Speed Playtest Series

First we start with Elvira bringing up a seven year old story about meeting Ariana Grande. Next, Nintendo Playtest Online is full of surprises that were supposed to be kept under wraps. Later, the God of War series is on the search for new show runners as it goes back to square one. We wrap it all up with casting bits on movies from Christopher Nolan, Edgar Wright, and Yorgos Lanthimos. We also have thoughts on Astro Bot Speed Runs and the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series matchup.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 457: Inside Brat's Hotel Franchise

First we start with a trio of Taylor Swift news, including some special items this holiday season. Next, we have a trio of Nintendo related stories, including the big Pokemon leak. Later, Dan Fogelman will be making a new show around a generational NFL family. We wrap it all up with a Voltron movie starring Henry Cavill and Tom Holland's understudy, Daniel Quinn-Toye. We also have thoughts on Charli XCX, Last Bite Hotel, The Franchise, and It's What's Inside.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 456: Will Outlast Anonymous RPG

First we start with unfortunate music bits about Sum 41, Garth Brooks, and Luke Bryan. Next, Google has to open up to third-party apps while 343 Industries gets a rebranding. Later, Warner Bros. Discovery quietly terminates even more cartoons like Steven Universe, Ben 10, and Chowder. We wrap it all up with Paramount being sued for not WARNing their employees would be terminated. We also have thoughts on Midland, Disney Pixel RPG, SNL, Outlast, The Anonymous, and Will & Harper.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 455: We Saw the Challengers Glow

First we start by waking up Green Day, now that September has ended, and Billie Joe Armstrong has some choice words for Las Vegas. Next, PlayStation Network went down, leading to flashbacks of the last time this happened in 2011. Later, Disney is consolidating yet another media department as it continues on the road to eliminating 7,000 jobs. We wrap it all up with the California governor signing into law some key legislation on digital gaming, AI likeness, and image use after death. We also have thoughts on Lady Gaga, Challengers, and I Saw The TV Glow.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 454: All Blue Squire Wars

First we start with Sabrina Carpenter doing a Christmas special on Netflix with special guests.  Next, Nintendo has finally filed a lawsuit against Palworld creators in Japan. Later, we take a look at the upcoming SNL 50th season with their guest host line up and fresh faces. We wrap it all up with Jennifer Lee stepping down as CCO for Disney Animation in order to focus on Frozen 3 and Frozen 4 films. We also have thoughts on Katy Perry, Midland, The Plucky Squire, Agatha All Along, High Potential, and Culinary Class Wars.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 453: Emmy's Postcard from Linkin Park

First, we start with music bits on Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and Jane's Addiction. Next, we have video game bits on PlayStation 6 rumors, Annapurna Interactive, and more Microsoft layoffs. Later, we have Emmy winners, losers, and our thoughts on the broadcast. We wrap it all up with justice towards the co-founders of MoviePass. We also have thoughts on Linkin Park, Miranda Lambert, and The Circle.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 452: Astro Bots Kaos Adventure

First, we start with Emily Armstrong joining Linkin Park as their new singer followed by all the baggage that came with that announcement. Next, the PlayStation 5 Pro is announced to some rather unenthusiastic claims. Later, we get into the Creative Arts Emmy winners as we look ahead to this weeks ceremony. We wrap it all up with the Sundance Film Festival possibly looking for a new home in 2027. We also have thoughts on Stagecoach 2025, Astro Bot, Kaos, and English Teacher.

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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.

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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.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 449: Trillion FOREVER Obsessed with Umbrella Academy

First, we start with Kesha having a tumble with “Timber” on YouTube. Next, we have our thoughts on Gamescom opening night announcements. Later, the US court prevents Venu from operating this year due to monopolistic appeals. We wrap it all up with Nic Cage playing John Madden in a film by David O Russell. We also have thoughts on Post Malone, Morgan Wade, Charly Bliss, House of the Dragon, and The Umbrella Academy.

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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.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 447: Olympic Ending to Game Informer

First, we start with music bits on VMAs, Justin Timberlake, and Britney Spears. Next, is a pair of bad news for Bungie and Game Informer employees. Later, it's a round up of TV host gigs across the landscape. We wrap it all up with a crossover of Beetlejuice and Roblox. We also have thoughts on Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris, and more Olympic coverage.

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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.

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 445: Emmy Noms and Kingston Frauds

First, we start with Sean Kingston getting into federal trouble with possible prison sentence. Next, Xbox looks to be in trouble with the FTC since it announced price hikes last week to Game Pass Ultimate. Later, Emmy noms are here and FX is dominating in drama with Shogun and comedy with The Bear. We wrap it all up with Apple cutting back on spending for films and looking to tighten its TV budgets. No thoughts, but plenty of news!

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Media Boat Podcast Ep. 444: The Fantasmas of College Football (Coup de Grace)

First, we start with the end of Tenacious D after Kyle Gass made a joke that did not sit well with Jack Black. Next, we have news from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft in the video game section. Later, it's gonna be a cruel summer as layoffs are headed to the big studios where nobody's job is safe this year. We wrap it all up with a shocking turn of events in the Rust case against Alec Baldwin that sees the charges dismissed with prejudice. We also have thoughts on Eminem, EA College Football 25, Fantasmas, and Exploding Kittens.

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