Viola Davis, Lashana Lynch, Thuso Mbedu, and John Boyega discuss the film The Woman King. The hosts share their thoughts on the movie, its historical inaccuracies, and lukewarm reception. They also discuss the portrayal of women characters, skepticism towards another slavery movie, and the role of Portuguese slave traders. Critiques include confusion over proximity, underdeveloped pacing, and the villain's depth. They also discuss competition scenes, the need for story tightening, and scene placement.

“I need to sort me out first.” Actor and producer John Boyega discusses portraying a Marine Veteran with PTSD in “Breaking”, working with legends Michael K. Williams and Viola Davis, and why he decided to take a break and work on himself just as his career was taking off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darren Criss, an innovative actor and inventor, discusses his creation of a revolutionary mind-app called 'Shut Eye,' designed to eliminate sleep. John Boyega, acclaimed for his roles in sci-fi, plays the conman who infiltrates Criss’s company to uncover dark secrets. They delve into the ethical dilemmas of human enhancement, the dire consequences of their psychological trials, and the fast-evolving landscape of AI technology. This engaging conversation uncovers the thin line between ambition and morality in the quest for human evolution.