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2025 All Media Year End Roundup

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Dec 21, 2025
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Ron Richards
In this discussion, Ron Richards, a media commentator and podcaster, joins Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan to recap the highlights of 2025 in movies, TV, music, and more. They dig into the emotional depth of Chloe Zhao's *Hamnet*, the nostalgic vibes of *Caught Stealing*, and the comedic brilliance of *The Naked Gun*. TV series like *The Pit* and *Slow Horses* get a special mention for their unique storytelling, while Ron highlights David Byrne’s music and notable live shows. The trio also shares their top book and podcast picks, wrapping up the year in style.
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INSIGHT

Sinners Transcends Horror

  • Ryan Coogler's Sinners transcends horror by making race, culture, and music central to its story.
  • The film's memorable club sequence elevated it beyond genre expectations and stayed with listeners.
ANECDOTE

PTA's Film Felt Like Classic Cinema

  • Josh loved Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another for feeling like an old-fashioned "movie" while still handling contemporary political themes.
  • He saw it in 70mm IMAX and felt the 2h40 runtime never dragged for him.
INSIGHT

A Populist Superman Worked

  • Superman delivered the populist, optimistic version listeners wanted, resonating beyond just superhero novelty.
  • Conor and others appreciated that the film trusted audiences and didn't over-explain the universe.
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