Summary

In this episode of the Portable Hole podcast, Ryan, Justin, and Cynic catch up on their personal updates. They discuss the challenges of being a new homeowner, the experience of traveling to Guatemala, and Justin's new job as a guitar technician. They also delve into the current state of the superhero genre, with Marvel scaling back their releases and the potential shift in pop culture landscape. The conversation then turns to the casting announcements for the Fantastic Four and the upcoming season of Mr. Mrs. Smith without the original lead actors. In this part of the conversation, the topics discussed include the cancellation of the show 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' and the departure of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the inappropriate behavior at the Portal to Dublin art exhibition, the documentary series 'Bronx Zoo 90' about the 1990 New York Yankees, the ending of the show 'Shogun', and the movie 'Civil War'. In this conversation, Ryan, Cinik, and Justin discuss their thoughts on various TV shows and movies. They talk about the TV show Manhunt and its portrayal of the hunt for John Wilkes Booth after he assassinated Lincoln. They also discuss the TV show Ripley, based on the book The Talented Mr. Ripley, and its visually stunning cinematography. The conversation then shifts to the show Baby Reindeer and the controversy surrounding the real-life person it is based on. They discuss the responsibility of the show creators to protect the identities of the people involved and the potential for this type of storytelling to become a new genre.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

07:05 News: Marvel cutting back on number of releases.

15:09 News: Casting Choices for the Fantastic Four Movie

18:56 News: 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' renewed

23:30 News: Tomb Raider Series

27:10 News: Inappropriate Behavior at the 'Portal to Dublin' Art Exhibition

31:11 News: Alternative Versions: Motion Capture Suits in 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'

34:25 What we're watching

44:20 Baby Reindeer Discussion

01:00:30 Closing: Upcoming Shows to Watch and Discuss

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In this conversation, Ryan and Justin discuss their recent experiences with travel and the solar eclipse. They also touch on the UFC 300 event and the state of the light heavyweight division. The conversation then shifts to O.J. Simpson and the New York Knicks. Finally, they mention The Rock's controversial comments about being 'anti-woke.' The conversation revolves around the TV show Fallout, based on the popular video game. Finally, Ryan Shares his review of Civil War.

00:00 Introduction

09:13 UFC 300

16:59 OJ's Dead

19:17 The Rock Anti Woke

27:28 Fallout Review

54:34 Civil War Review

In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including personal injuries, AI-generated music, the future of creative jobs, the New York Knicks, and random acts of violence against women in New York City. X-Men 97 is a worthy continuation of the original 90s X-Men series, with well-produced animation and great writing. The show stays true to the original while introducing new ideas and storylines. It has a more adult tone compared to the original, dealing with themes like death and redemption. The inclusion of diverse characters and the exploration of social issues adds depth to the show. The twist at the end of the first episode sets up an intriguing storyline for the season. Overall, X-Men 97 is a must-watch for fans of the original series and newcomers alike. The conversation revolves around the review of two shows: X-Men: The Animated Series and The Iron Claw. The hosts discuss their thoughts on the animation, story, and overall enjoyment of the shows. They also touch on the tragic story of the Von Erich family and the casting choices in The Iron Claw.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Injuries

04:51 News: Suno.ai

19:22 News: Knicks Playoff Hopes

25:33 News: Recent Spate of punching incidents

32:10 News: New Sliver Surfer cast.

45:24 X-Men 97: Review so far

01:00:11 Iron Claw Review

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