The Ringer-Verse
The Ringer
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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Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 35min
'Blue Eye Samurai' and 'Godzilla Minus One' Reactions | The Midnight Boys
They choose to live, and the Midnight Boys are here to give you their reactions to some of their favorite properties of the year! They break down the animated epic 'Blue Eye Samurai' (09:26). Later, they talk about the surprising monster hit 'Godzilla Minus One' (53:16).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
Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 5min
'GTA VI' Trailer Instant Reactions | Button Mash
Ben is joined by Khal Davenport and Daniel Chin to discuss the long-awaited first trailer for 'GTA VI'. They discuss their initial thoughts when the trailer dropped, what stuck out to them about the gameplay and other features, predictions for when the game comes out, and more.Host: Ben LindberghGuests: Khal Davenport and Daniel ChinProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 5, 2023 • 22min
Preview: 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Teaser Trailer Breakdown | House of R
Mal and Jo are returning to Westeros to highlight the seven most exciting things in the first trailer for 'House of the Dragon' Season 2. But they're also on a new podcast feed! Check out a snippet of their teaser trailer breakdown here; for the full breakdown and their future 'HOTD' coverage, follow the 'House of R' feed on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaAdditional Production: Arjuna RamgopalSocial: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 18min
The Animation Awards | Mint Edition
Jess, Jomi, and Steve are back to celebrate the world of animation in 2023! Listen as they move through the awards for best animated movie, favorite animated tv series, and more!Hosts: Jessica Clemons, Jomi Adeniran, Steve AhlmanProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Supoort: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 13min
Game Swap: Games We Missed | Button Mash
Ben and Jess are joined by Matt James to discuss 'The Last of Us Part II' and how soon is too soon for a remaster. They also discuss three recent indie games you may have missed, 'Cocoon,' 'Slay the Princess,' and 'Jusant' (15:38).Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsGuest: Matt JamesSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 27min
Nerd News and the Midnight Mailbag | The Midnight Boys
The Midnight Boys return to give you the latest and greatest in nerd news, including Taika Waititi's comments on directing, as well as Dave Filoni's new job at Lucasfilm (08:13). Then they answer your burning questions in a rare Midnight Mailbag (34:48).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
Nov 24, 2023 • 1h
'Invincible' Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions | The Midnight Boys
Listen as Charles, Jomi, and Van dive into the midseason break of ‘Invincible’ Season 2! The guys discuss Mark’s first interaction with his father since Omni-Man killed thousands and fled Earth and the complicated feelings that come with it.Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, and Jomi AdeniranProducers: Jonathan Kermah and Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal and Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 1min
‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ Instant Reactions | Mint Edition
Jess, Jomi, and Steve are back to conquer the ghosts of their failed relationships and celebrate the latest in Scott Pilgrim lore, the Netflix animated series ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.’ Along the way, the Mint Edition discuss their first time watching “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World,’ how the animated show differs from its predecessors, and their favorite characters of the series.Hosts: Jessica Clemons, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 37min
'Invincible' Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions, Plus the Teenage Hero Draft | The Midnight Boys
The Midnight Boys return to the Viltrum empire and give you their instant reactions to the latest episode of 'Invincible' (09:30). Then later, they engage in the pluck and celebrate Ms. Marvel and Invincible with the Teenage Hero Draft (47:42).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
Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 36min
‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III’ and 20 Years of ‘CoD’ | Button Mash
Ben and Jess react to the news of a live-action ‘Legend of Zelda’ movie (2:54), the confusing release of the PlayStation Portal (9:40), and the Game Awards’ GotY nominees (18:40). Then, they discuss the backlash to (and their own impressions of) the latest ‘Call of Duty’ game, ‘Modern Warfare III’ (29:29). After that, they talk to Van Lathan about his history with ‘CoD,’ the evolution of first-person shooters, playing online multiplayer games as you age, and more (54:28).Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsGuest: Van LathanProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
