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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Aug 11, 2023 • 1h 52min
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season 2 Reactions
Ben and Joanna boldly go where no pod has gone before as they explore Season 2 of ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.’ They start by discussing their personal journeys with ‘Star Trek’ and evaluating the current start of ‘Star Trek’ content as a whole (10:45). Then, they break down the highs and lows of ‘Strange New Worlds’ Season 2. They talk about the season's structure, the characters, the romances, the musical episode, and more (42:19)!Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Joanna RobinsonAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 9, 2023 • 2h 19min
Questions on the State of the MCU | The Midnight Boys
In this mega-sized episode, the Midnight Boys take on the burning questions about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (10:24). They also bring forth their biggest quandaries about what the MCU can do moving forward (39:44). Later, they are joined by Joanna Robinson to discuss her upcoming book, 'MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios' (99:16).Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi AdeniranGuest: Joanna RobinsonSocial: Jomi AdeniranSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7, 2023 • 1h 23min
The Immensity of ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and a Breakthrough Year for Video Game Adaptations | Button Mash
Press play on the latest episode of ‘Button Mash’ where Ben Lindbergh and Jess Clemons discuss Jess’s early, spoiler-free impressions of RPG sensation ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ and examine the upsides and downsides of gigantic games (0:48). Later on, they review the TV series ‘Twisted Metal’ (26:20) and examine how video game adaptations went wrong for so long—and why, in the year of ‘The Last of Us,’ ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ ‘Twisted Metal,’ and more, TV- and moviemakers have finally figured out how to strike gold with games.Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 4, 2023 • 2h 25min
Tropes Course: Enemies to Lovers and ‘Good Omens’ Season Two | House of R
We are neither too prejudiced nor prideful! It is time for another ‘House of R’ deep dive into ‘Good Omens’ Season 2 (07:30)! Afterwards Mal and Jo offer up their tropes course on the "Enemies to Lovers" trope throughout literature, fandom, and fiction (63:30).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 3, 2023 • 14min
'Loki' Season 2 Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO]
Jessica Clemons is breaking down the newest trailer for 'Loki' Season 2, speculating on who Ke Huy Quan's character is (1:47), talking about the importance of key lime pie (6:15), and explaining why Wisconsin could be so important to this show (8:50).Host: Jessica ClemonsProducers: Ronak Nair, Aleya Zenieris, and Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 2, 2023 • 1h 30min
'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' Instant Reactions + Loki Season 2 Trailer | The Midnight Boys
Go ninja, go! It's time to uncover the secret of the ooze as the Midnight Boys give their instant reactions to the animation bonanza 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' (07:41). They break down the jokes and iconic villains, as well as what makes this outing of our heroes so enjoyable (40:27). Later, they also give their thoughts on the 'Loki' Season 2 trailer (70:44).Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi AdeniranSocial: Jomi AdeniranSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 1, 2023 • 52min
'The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 2) Reactions | Mint Edition
Jess, Jomi, and Steve are back to guide you through part 2 of the third season of ‘The Witcher.’ The trio discusses Henry Cavil’s last run on the show, the best and worst of the wigs in this season, and much more.Hosts: Jessica Celemons, Jomi Adeniran, Steve AhlmanProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal and Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 30, 2023 • 15min
‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 6 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]
Jessica Clemons might not be a Mega Super Skrull, but she is our expert when it comes to looking at the biggest easter eggs in Episode 6 of 'Secret Invasion.' Jess takes a look at the Gravik speech (2:50), all the powers that were in The Harvest (4:50) and why President Ritson is actually the worst (9:23).Host: Jessica ClemonsProducers: Ronak Nair, Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 29, 2023 • 1h 51min
Summer Mailbag: The 'Secret Invasion' Finale, Toy Movies in a Post-'Barbie' World, 'Ahsoka' Anticipation, and More! | House of R
Mal and Jo open up the mailbag and answer questions about ‘Secret Invasion,’ ‘Doctor Who,’ ‘Ahsoka,’ book recommendations, and much more (17:16)!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 27, 2023 • 13min
'Gen V' Teaser Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO]
Jessica Clemons is breaking down the latest teaser trailer for 'Gen V,' a spinoff of 'The Boys.' She dives into who all the new characters are, discusses the larger connections to 'The Boys,' and speculates on what could happen in the series.Host: Jessica ClemonsProducers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
