The Ringer-Verse
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The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring:'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week.'Mint Edition': Steve, Jomi, and Jessica Clemons gather every other week to share their unique takes on the movies and shows that are animating the fandom.'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and Jessica discuss the latest in the world of video games, from headline-making new releases, to industry trends, to game swaps and nostalgic re-plays.'Splash Page': Jessica breaks down the latest Easter eggs and theories from all of your favorite content. Not sure if that was a Mephisto reference in the latest 'Loki' episode? Wondering what exactly that post-credits scene means? Eager to know how a new trailer sets up your most anticipated release of the season? Jessica will answer all of those questions and more in her video podcasts.Follow the new House of R feed for deep dives from Mal and Jo!
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Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 24min
'Joker: Folie à Deux' Trailer, 'X-Men '97,' and 'Shogun' | The Midnight Boys
The world has gone mad, and the boys are back to make sense of it all. Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve break down their thoughts on the maddening trailer for 'Joker: Folie à Deux' (09:13). Then they take a look at the fifth explosive episode of 'X-'Men 97' (33:29). That's all before they dive into this week's episode of 'Shogun' (57:43).Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 12min
'Monkey Man' Instant Reaction | The Midnight Boys
It's time to fight for the people! The Midnight Boys give you their thoughts on the exciting Dev Patel action epic 'Monkey Man' (04:41). They get into the nitty-gritty of the actor's directorial debut and give their thoughts on what they think about the star's filmmaking chops.Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 54min
'Invincible' Season 2 Finale, 'Shogun' Episode 7, and More 'X-Men '97' | The Midnight Boys
It's time to tap into the animation sensation that is 'Invincible' for its Season 2 finale! The Midnight Boys talk about what made the season overall a little different this time around (14:08). Then they tap back into the captivating 'Shogun' and what they think may happen leading into the finale (55:38). And finally, they take on the drama between Storm and Forge in this week's 'X-Men '97' (88:55).Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 22min
Monster Bracket | Mint Edition
Today on the show, we celebrate ‘Godzilla x Kong New Empire’ with our March Madness Monster/Kaiju bracket! Joined by Jessica Clemons, Jomi and Steve build their best 16 best film kaiju’s for you to debate who will outlast their monster competition.Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve AhlmanGuest: Jessica ClemonsProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 8min
'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys
It's time to do the monster mash as the Midnight Boys give you their instant reactions to 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,' then give you their takes on the wacky and, at times, insane monster flick (07:19).Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 32min
'X-Men 97' Ep. 3, 'Shogun' and 'Invincible' Reactions | The Midnight Boys
It's time for more drama all around, as the Midnight Boys recap the latest episode of 'X-Men 97' (11:28). Then, they break down the latest revelation in 'Shogun' (35:15) before finally reacting to the penultimate episode of 'Invincible' Season 2 (60:14).Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 27min
“Who Won the Day?” Battle Royale: ‘Dragon’s Dogma 2,’ ‘Rise of the Ronin,’ and ‘Princess Peach: Showtime!’ | Button Mash
Ben, Jessica Clemons, and Matt James react to the trailer for ‘Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra,’ the news that Larian Studios will not be making more ‘Baldur’s Gate,’ and a report that Sony has paused production of the PSVR2. Then they break down three big new games that came out on the same day (‘Dragon’s Dogma 2,’ ‘Rise of the Ronin,’ and ‘Princess Peach: Showtime!’) in a spoiler-free discussion to determine which one won the day (22:23)Host: Ben LindberghGuests: Jessica Clemons and Matt JamesProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 21, 2024 • 2h 5min
'The Acolyte' Trailer, the 'X-Men '97' Premiere, and 'Invincible' Reactions | The Midnight Boys
In this mega-sized episode of 'The Midnight Boys,' the gang gives you their reaction to the debut trailer for the 'Star Wars' show 'The Acolyte' and whether the fan base can ever accept change (12:47). Then they break down their thoughts on the premiere of 'X-Men '97' (41:16). And later they talk about their current struggles with the latest episode of 'Invincible' (1:41:20).Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 25min
The X-Men Draft | Mint Edition
There’s a draft combine in the Danger Room! Listen in as Jomi, Steve, Kerm and special guest Daniel Chin dive into some of their favorite mutants in an X-Men draft in celebration ‘X-Men 97’. Along the way, the guys get into some of their favorite X-Men film, television, and comic book moments.Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve AhlmanGuests: Daniel Chin and Jonathan KermahProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 16, 2024 • 1h 56min
The 2023 Versies Awards
Fandom's biggest night is upon us and all of the Ringer-Verse stars are ours as they celebrate the 2023 year in the world of fandom. They give out their awards for Best Power Couple, Biggest Heartbreak, and so much more. Special guests also join them throughout the show to give out awards of their own in this all-out celebration.Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Ben Lindbergh, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanGuests: Chris Ryan, Rob Mahoney, Daniel Chin, Justin Charity, Matt James, Arjuna RamgopalSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
