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Dec 31, 2021 • 2h 6min

'The Book of Boba Fett' "Chapter 1" Deep Dive

Mal and Joanna emerge from the Sarlacc Pit to dive into the latest Star Wars adventure, 'The Book of Boba Fett.' They first offer a primer on their thoughts on Boba Fett and the state of the wider Star Wars canon (06:23). Then they dive into the plot and events of the premiere and what may happen in the series (50:10). Finally, they call in Jomi to answer your mailbag questions (155:12).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: Steve Ahlman, TD St. Matthew-Daniel, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 25, 2021 • 54min

‘Hawkeye’ Season Awards + ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Primer

Happy holidays, here’s a bonus pod! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson head to the Bishop holiday party to toast the highlights with their ‘Hawkeye’ season awards. Then, Jomi Adeniran joins to answer your mailbag questions about shrunken Tracksuit Draculas and more. Finally, Ringer 'Star Wars' scholar Ben Lindbergh dons his beskar to ready for ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ by highlighting what 'Ringer-Verse' listeners should watch and read before the ‘Boba’ season premiere.You can listen to Part 1 of our Hawkeye finale coverage here.Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: Steve Ahlman, TD St. Matthew-Daniel, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2021 • 2h 18min

‘Hawkeye’ Finale Analysis. Plus, Director Rhys Thomas on Kingpin and More

Hello, sweetie! Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson are sliding onto the ice to dive deep into the sixth and final episode of this ‘Hawkeye’ season, breaking down our titular heroes’ partnership, a certain crime boss’s MCU arrival, Yelena’s instant icon status, and more. Then, ‘Hawkeye’ EP and director Rhys Thomas returns to chat with Joanna about the finale’s mysteries, unanswered questions, and more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 21, 2021 • 2h 45min

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Deep Dive Analysis

A note up top: This episode contains content that details the entire MCU. Proceed with caution!Your friendly, neighborhood Ringer-Verse gang is here to break down the latest in the Spider-Man series, ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.' The duo discuss Spider-Man as a character and his many iterations (24:00), overall plot points (1;02:00), their thoughts and predictions for future installments (1:49:50), and more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonAssociate Producer: Lani Renaldo Social: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: Steve Ahlman, TD St. Matthew-Daniel, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 11, 2021 • 1h 53min

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episode 4

Did someone say party? Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson are back to dance their way through Episode 4 of 'Hawkeye' and give their analysis (12:12). They talk about the evolution of character themes and the dynamics at play (30:04), and weigh in on the notorious quarter trick (67:46) and the big emotional beats between Clint and Kate (78:09). Later, they go Easter-egg hunting and answer your mailbag questions.Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2021 • 1h 50min

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episode 3

Mal and Joanna hop in the Challenger and dive deep into Episode 3 of 'Hawkeye', titled "Echoes" (06:29). They praise the introduction of Echo as an antagonist and what they would like to see for her in the episodes to come. They also speculate on the arrival of Kingpin to this series (48:47), touch on the growing dynamic of Clint and Kate Bishop (76:43), and answer your mailbag questions with Jomi (98:18).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 26, 2021 • 2h 21min

Analyzing ‘Hawkeye’ Episodes 1 and 2

Mal and Joanna load up their quivers to dive headfirst into the double-episode premiere of the latest MCU limited series, ‘Hawkeye’ (05:44). They break down Marvel’s approach to TV and why it is so unique (22:38) and even touch on the majesty of ‘Rodgers: The Musical’ (72:46). Later Joanna is joined by series showrunner and executive producer Rhys Thomas to talk about bringing the show to life (and even a bit of LARPing) (1:41:29).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: Rhys ThomasProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 22, 2021 • 1h 12min

Exploring 'Cowboy Bebop' With John Cho

Joanna and Mal take to space for a dive into the Netflix adaptation of anime 'Cowboy Bebop.' They discuss the difficulties of adapting the beloved property as well as the slight tweaks to the canon they enjoyed (01:33). Later, Joanna is joined by actor John Cho to dive into his role playing the lead, Spike, and to discuss staying loyal to the fans of the original anime and even the cultural impact of Harold and Kumar (40:12).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: John ChoProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 20, 2021 • 1h 53min

'The Wheel of Time' Premiere With Zach Baron and Rafe Judkins

Mal and Jo sit down to talk about the massive three-episode premiere of Amazon's 'The Wheel of Time' series on Prime. They are joined by GQ's Zach Baron to talk about the beloved fantasy novels that inspired Amazon Prime's new show, adapting fantasy tales in the 'Game of Thrones' age, and more (03:35). Then, they speak with 'The Wheel of Time' showrunner Rafe Judkins about bringing the books to life, fan theories from the premiere, 'Survivor', and more (81:33).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: Zach Baron and Rafe JudkinsProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 9, 2021 • 2h 22min

‘Eternals’ Deep-Dive Analysis

Mal and Joanna sit down to discuss Marvel’s much-anticipated ‘Eternals’ (04:14). They discuss the divisive nature of its Rotten Tomatoes score and what they thought worked and didn’t work in the MCU’s latest epic. Later they are joined by Jomi to answer your mailbag questions (1:47:25). After that, Joanna sits down with the film’s screenwriters Kaz and Ryan Firpo to discuss bringing their ideas to the big screen (1:59:06).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: Kaz and Ryan FirpoProducers: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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