March 19, 2019
On this special throwback episode Zac and Ben revisit arguably one of the greatest comic book films ever, The Dark Knight. They break down the stunning performances by the cast and the amazing characters they played, discussing everyone from Christian Bale's Bruce Wayne/Batman, Aaron Eckhart's Harvey Dent, and the late, great Heath Ledger's Joker. In addition the discuss the story, action, special effects, cinematography and music of the Christopher Nolan directed film. Furthermore, the touch on some more recent Marvel movie news, including the rehiring of Guardians Of The Galaxy writer/director James Gunn and the newest trailer for Avengers: Endgame. Listen for all that and much more!
March 10, 2019
On this episode Zac and Ben continue their journey through the Star Wars Universe by presenting another Top Five episode, this time answering the question; “What Are Your Top Five Star Wars Creatures?” They break down a huge amount of listener-submitted lists, featuring every creature from Acklays to Wampas. Later they present their own lists and surprise each other with some less-than-predictable selections. Furthermore, they touch on some recent DC news, including some casting updates and a character lineup for Suicide Squad 2, as well as the announcement that the long running CW series Arrow is finally drawing to a close. In addition, Zac shares his mini spoiler-free review of Captain Marvel. You can listen for all that and much more!
March 3, 2019
On this episode Zac and Ben begin the countdown to Star Wars: Episode IX by kicking off a new year-long discussion arc devoted to a Galaxy far, far away! They begin with a breakdown of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, and invite longtime friend and TPM aficionado Katie Horn from the Wampa's Lair Podcast to join them. The trio discusses their first memories of the film, their favorite characters and moments, and reflect on their opinions of the soon-to-be 20 year old film. In addition, they debate which character(s) from Episode I they would like to see in Episode IX and challenge themselves to do another Quote-A-Thon based on an iconic scene from The Phantom Menace. Listen for all that and much more!
February 23, 2019
On this special crossover episode with our fellow Channel 1138 podcast Hype Function, Zac and Ben are joined by longtime friend Jeff White to continue they're AWESOME Lego discussion! This time they break down The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, discussing the newly released film in detail. The guys share their likes, hypes and gripes with the Lego sequel, discussing their favorite characters, jokes, songs and moments from the film. From the news they discuss the expected cancellations of Marvel's Jessica Jones and The Punisher from Netflix, plus Zac quizzes everyone with some deep writing prompt questions. And before closing out the show they discuss what they're "hyped" about currently and reveal their most awesome BBQ experiences on #BBQWatch. Listen for all that and much more!
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February 17, 2019
On this AWESOME episode Zac and Ben have a chat about The Lego Movie! They dive into the surprising hit from 2014, its best(and worst) jokes, its endearing characters, and its emotional core. They break down their favorite aspects of the Lego universe and answer the question; is a double-decker couch actually a good idea? Furthermore, the guys discuss some of the latest and greatest news, including the end of production for Star Wars: Episode IX and The Mandalorian, plus they break down the trailer for Frozen 2, the highly controversial teaser for Aladdin, and an upcoming Star Trek animated series. Plus, listen for a live commentary of an intriguing and emotional Avengers: Infinity War music video.
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February 9, 2019
On this episode Ben and Zac are joined once again by good friend Shawn Geroux from The Fandom Cantina to discuss Super Bowl LIII and all of the stunning trailers revealed during the commercial breaks! The guys give their thoughts on the teasers for Toy Story 4, Us, Hobbs And Shaw, Captain Marvel, The Twilight Zone, Avengers: Endgame, and more! They also touch on one of their favorite Game Of Thrones themed commercials and discuss the ups and downs of the apparently disappointing football game. Listen for all that and much more!
February 4, 2019
On this episode Zac and Ben present another momentous Top Five episode, this time asking the question: What Are Your Top Five TV Theme Songs? And boy did you guys answer it! The guys take to breaking down all of the listener submitted lists and tally up which series got the most attention. They cover everything from classics like The Andy Griffith Show, to modern favorites like Game Of Thrones. Ben and Zac then dig into their own top five lists, one-by-one revealing and discussing they're favorite television tunes. Furthermore, they touch on the recent news regarding the DCEU, including James Gunn joining The Suicide Squad and Ben Affleck leaving The Batman. Listen for all that and much more!
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January 26, 2019
On this very special episode Zac and Ben take part in their first ever feature film commentary, watching and discussing one of the biggest blockbusters of all time, Marvel's The Avengers! Inviting everyone to join in, they watch the movie from beginning to end, breaking down all their favorite moments, as well as their nerdy nitpicks. They also discuss on the film's impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe and pop culture at the time of its release, as well as how it holds up seven years later. The guys also touch on some of the current and future installments in the MCU and how they connect to the original Avengers film. Listen for all that and more!
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January 21, 2019
On this episode Zac and Ben are joined by longtime friend Shawn Geroux from The Fandom Cantina to DC’s Aquaman. They dive(pun intended) into the film, discussing its stunning visuals, lovable cast, emotional plot lines, and its unexpected success as the highest grossing DCEU film to to date. Furthermore, the guys break down the new trailers for Spider-Man: Far From Home and Game of Thrones: Season 8, and take a moment to remember stage legend Carol Channing. Listen for all that and much more!
January 12, 2019
On this episode of IPC Zac and Ben take to reviewing on of the biggest and most talked about animated films in recent years, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse! They break down the instant pop culture phenomenon Spider-Verse created when it was released last year, and how it's still making waves in 2019. The guys discuss its wide variety of characters, its humor, its emotions, and its incredible visual style. They tackle Miles Morales and his relationship with his Uncle Aaron, his parents, and his fellow Spider-People. Zac and Ben also share their favorite moments, characters, and hopes for future Spider-Verse films. Furthermore, they address some of the biggest recent news, including the cancellation of Star Trek 4 and Into The Spider-Verse's big win at Golden Globes. Listen for all that and much more!
January 7, 2019
On their first episode of the new year, Zac and Ben take a look ahead by asking the question; What Are Your Top Five Most Anticipated Movies Of 2019? Thankfully you, the listeners, answered it en masse giving us a great collection of top five lists to discuss. The guys run through all of your lists, even scrambling to include some late entries, and break down all the films you're looking forward to in 2019, from Star Wars: Episode IX & Avengers: Endgame, to Toy Story 4 & Detective Pikachu, and everything in between. Listen all the way to the end to hear Ben and Zac reveal their top five lists, and some of their choices may surprise you. Plus, in the news: Jack Black has started an insanely popular YouTube channel, and the Birdbox Challenge is currently sweeping the nation! Listen for all that and much!
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December 17, 2018
This time Zac and Ben are back for their final(?) Harry Potter discussion, as well as the last episode of IPC for 2018, where they discuss the newest installment in the Fantastic Beasts saga, The Crimes Of Grindelwald. They share their praises and criticisms of perhaps the most controversial installment in the series yet. They critique the performances of the new cast members, such as Johnny Depp as Grindelwald and Jude Law as Dumbledore, as well as returning favorites such as Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander. They also do their best to make sense of the film's many characters and plot lines, along with some of its big reveals and plot twists. Furthermore, they also touch on some of the biggest recent news, including the announcement of Pixar's Onward, as well as the newly revealed cast for Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Listen for all this and much more!
December 8, 2018
On part II of their Holiday Special, Ben and Zac are joined by Chris Seekell from The Star Wars Underworld to discuss their favorite Holiday films. But first they must take some time to address the newly released trailer for Marvel's Avengers: Endgame and Captain Marvel. They then dive into their "Top Five Holiday Films" and read all of the lists submitted by you, the listeners. In addition, listen as they present a Quote of the Night from one of their favorite Christmas movies(?) and #BBQWatch covers pizza and vegan barbecue. Listen for all that and much more!
December 2, 2018
This week Zac and Ben are joined by longtime friend and IPC patron Joey Mays to kick off the first episode in a two part "Holiday Special". The guys dive into a plethora of holiday topics and run through a series of Top Five discussions. They list off their top five holiday TV specials, their top five favorite holiday songs, and even cover their five favorite holiday movies. And, of course, plenty of tangents ensue as they reminisce about their favorite holiday memories. In addition, they also cover some of the biggest news, including the cancellation of Marvel's Daredevil, another photo of Jon Favreau & friends on the set of The Mandalorian, and much more! This is an episode you don't want to miss!
November 17, 2018
This time around Zac, Ben and Dominic stick with the Harry Potter franchise but switch wands to analyze another aspect of the Wizarding World; Fantastic Beasts. But first, the guys devote some time to remembering the late, legendary Stan Lee who recently passed away. They discuss his massive contributions to Marvel comics and then offer up their top five favorite Stan Lee cameos. And later they dive into Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them, discussing all of the wizard and No-Maj shenanigans featured in the film, as well as the stars of the show; the beasts! In addition, they also briefly touch on the new Fantastic Beast sequel, The Crimes Of Grindelwald, which they will be covering in their next episode. And with the Holidays coming up, #BBQWatch is devoted to talking about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving meal traditions. You can listen for all that and much more!
November 11, 2018
On this momentous episode Zac, Ben and Dominic finally take to wrapping up their year-long Harry Potter discussion by devoting some time to the final film in the series, The Deathly Hallows - Part 2. The guys share their overall impressions of the film and their thoughts on it's many twists, turns and surprises. From the intense incursion into Gringott's, to the incredible battle of Hogwarts, they cover the entire film and the many loose ends it wraps up. Furthermore they also touch on some big news, including the newly announced feature films for The Walking Dead and Breaking Bad, the reveal of Lois Lane in the Arrowverse, and Disney's big announcements regarding the Loki and Cassian Andor series. Listen for all that and much more!
October 27, 2018
On this episode Zac, Ben and Dominic hop on their broomsticks and head back into the Wizarding World to discuss the second-to-last Harry Potter film, The Deathly Hallows - Part 1. They work their way through the plot, including Voldemort's rise to power, Harry, Ron and Hermione on the run, and the entire world's continued plunge into darkness. The guys break down all their favorite moments, from the funny, to the thrilling, to the downright heartbreaking. In addition, they also touch on some of the latest & greatest news, including an update on when we might see the trailer for Avengers 4, a planned reboot of the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise, and the ultimate demise of the Boba Fett standalone movie. And listen all the way to the end for another dramatic reading of William Shakespeare's Star Wars!
October 20, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben come to the end of their journey through Middle Earth with a discussion on the final film in The Hobbit trilogy, The Battle Of The Five Armies. They share their thoughts on this intense and emotional chapter of the Tolkien tale. They discuss the final battle with Smaug, the greed of Thorin, the unexpected heroics of Bilbo, and the climactic, titular battle. In addition, they cover some of the biggest recent news, including a bewildering teaser for the upcoming Arrowverse crossover, as well as our first look at the newest Spider-Man suit that will be featured in Spider-Man: Far From Home. Listen for all that and much more!
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October 13, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben continue their second trip through Middle Earth with a discussion on The Hobbit trilogy, The Desolation Of Smaug. The guys debate their varied opinions and cover a wide variety of aspects of the 2013 film, from it's fast paced opening to its shocking cliffhanger ending. They cover the Bilbo & the Dwarve's encounters with giant spiders, Elves, Orcs, and, of course, the infamous dragon himself, Smaug. Furthermore, they also touch on some big superhero news, including an update on the Black Widow movie, and James Gunn taking the helm of a future DC film. Listen for all this and much more!
October 6, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben return to Middle Earth with a discussion on the first film in The Hobbit trilogy, An Unexpected Journey. They share their initial impressions on the film, their likes and gripes, and draw comparisons to the Lord Of The Rings trilogy. They also touch on the colorful cast of characters, and the actors who portrayed them, both new and returning favorites. Furthermore, they also take a moment to address some breaking news regarding the upcoming Star Wars live-action series, The Mandalorian. Plus, listen on for a touching Quote of the Night, and a very crunchy edition of #BBQWatch. Listen for all that and more!
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September 29, 2018
This time around Dominic Jones returns to assist Ben and Zac on another wild and wacky "unplugged" episode. They first dive into a massive collection of listener submitted questions for a special "AMA" segment, and later they bring back the game "1-2-3", list off their top five Star Wars characters, and begin to close it out with a special Shakespearean edition of the Quote Of The Night. Furthermore, they touch on some of the latest and greatest news, including new trailers for X-Men: Dark Phoenix, Daredevil: Season 3, Kathleen Kennedy's continued tenure as president of Lucasfilm, and much more. Be sure to listen for all that and a bit more!
September 22, 2018
On this spectacular episode, Zac and Ben are once again joined by Dominic Jones to continue the previous Top Five discussion, this time revealing their own favorite John Williams tracks, all while channeling IPC's sister program Sci-Fi Symphony. The guys take to listing off each of their top five picks and giving a listen to every single one. They also reveal the top rated John Williams tune from last week's episode, as chosen by you the listeners, and go on to hear from the man himself for the Quote of the Night. Furthermore, they take some time to discuss the newly released trailer for Captain Marvel and speculate how Carol Danvers, the Kree and the Skrulls will effect the Marvel Cinematic Universe going forward. Listen for all that and more!
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September 16, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben are joined by longtime friend and IPC patron Jake Damon for another epic Top Five episode. This time around they discuss the "Top Five John Williams Tracks", ranking the works of one of the greatest and most beloved composers of all time. The guys tackle a large assortment of intriguing lists submitted by loyal listeners, featuring tracks from loads of classic films, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park, plus Jake rounds it all out by revealing his list on air. Furthermore they touch on some big superhero news, including Henry Cavill's rumored departure from the Superman role, a new teaser for Daredevil: season three, and Zac & Ben share a brief, spoiler-free review of Iron Fist: season two. Listen for all that and much more!
September 8, 2018
On this episode Ben and Dominic are back to discuss the next chapter in the Harry Potter saga, The Half-Blood Prince. They break down all of the biggest characters and most memorable moments that define the franchise overall. They also discuss that big twist and its ramifications on the story, and Ben describes how he got spoiled. Furthermore, they touch on some of the biggest recent news, including new photos from Captain Marvel, some Star Trek casting drama, and a premiere date for the newest series of Doctor Who. Also, the guys take a moment to remember the legendary Burt Reynolds after his passing. Listen for all that and much more!
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September 1, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben return to the Wizarding world with Dominic Jones to discuss more Harry Potter! This time they delve into fifth film in the series, The Order of the Phoenix, discussing where the story takes our heroes in the in the wake of You-Know-Who's return. They break down the favorite new characters and scenes from 2007 blockbuster, as well as their biggest likes and gripes. Furthermore, they also touch on some of the biggest recent news, including continued fallout from the firing of Guardians Of The Galaxy director James Gunn, as well as some updates on Disney's upcoming streaming service. Listen for all that and much more!
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August 27, 2018
On the third and final(for now) episode of the "PixArc", Zac and Ben take to reviewing another beloved Pixar film; WALL-E. They dive into this thought provoking film, discussing its stunning use of sound, and lack of dialogue, as well the enthralling visuals and heartwarming story. They also talk about the film's post-apocalyptic setting and its very apt social commentary, in addition to some fascinating trivia and the strange similarities WALL-E shares with the film Passengers. Furthermore, they touch on some news regarding the next Spider-Man sequel Far From Home(and reveal some "exclusive" future Spider-Man film titles), as well as taking a moment to remember Steffan Karl Steffanson, the man behind LazyTown's Robbie Rotten. Tune in for all that and much more!
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August 18, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben keep the "PixArc" going with a discussion about Pixar's Monsters, Inc. They cover their favorite moments, characters and locales from the 2001 classic. The guys also break down their favorite easter eggs and the (possible) connections the monster universe shares with other Pixar films. In addition they also touch on some of the biggest recent news, including some big casting news for Star Trek: Discovery and two of Disney's upcoming live-action remakes of classic animated films. Listen for all that and more!
August 11, 2018
On this episode Zac and Ben bring back the "PixArc" to discuss one of the films that won the previous Pixar Top Five competition, the much beloved classic Finding Nemo. But first, they discuss a few tidbits of news, including the casting of the Arrowverse's Batwoman, as well as an exciting rumor about the live-action Star Wars television series. Then later they dive(pun intended) into Finding Nemo, discussing their favorite scenes, characters, lines and aspects of the 2003 film. They also touch on the stunning animation and heartwarming moral messages that make it a standout Pixar production. And listen towards to the end to hear Zac recite a Finding Nemo scene from memory for the Quote Of The Night!
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April 21, 2018
On this episode Zac, Ben, Dominic and McMahon are back to continue their Harry Potter discussion, this time breaking down the fourth film in the beloved franchise, The Goblet Of Fire. The guys share their opinions on the film, including its almost misleading title, the assortment of new characters introduced, as well as its shocking climax. They discuss the implications for this turning point in the overall story and what the future will hold for Harry, Ron and Hermione. Also listen for teases of a new IPC spin-off Podcast, feedback from the Peacekeeper corps and much more!
April 14, 2018
By popular demand, Zac, Ben and Dominic are back to discuss the next chapter in the Harry Potter saga, The Prison Of Azkaban. The guys are joined by good friend McMahon from Star Wars Wastelands to break down what they loved, what they hated, and what confused them about the 2004 blockbuster. They discuss their overall impressions, as well as their favorite characters, scenes and more. They also toy with idea of a Harry Potter reboot, discuss the franchise's use of time travel compared to others, and the overall mythology of Harry Potter that is explored in this film. And, as always, the longer the show goes, the more shenanigans ensue, so you don't want to miss a second of this one!
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March 24, 2018
On this episode Ben, Zac and Dominic are back to talk more Harry Potter, this time delving into the second chapter in the magical franchise, The Chamber Of Secrets. They break down the continuing story of Harry, Ron, Hermione and the rest of Hogwarts' inhabitants, including new characters such as Dobby, Gilderoy Lockhart and Lucious Malfoy. Furthermore, they debate their likes and gripes with the film and attempt to rank it among the others. They also take some time to address the loss of actor Richard Harris and his final performance as Albus Dumbledore. Also listen for the Quote Of The Night, some Spongebob themed shenanigans, more Harry Potter meme talk, and a whole lot more.
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March 17, 2018
On this episode Ben and Zac are joined by longtime friend Dominic Jones from The Star Wars Underworld to kick off an ongoing discussion of the beloved Harry Potter franchise. But first, the guys discuss their thoughts on the newly released trailer for Avengers: Infinity War and speculate about where the highly anticipated film will take the story of the MCU. Afterward they dive into the Wizarding World, reminiscing about their favorite Harry Potter memories, including watching the films and visiting Universal Studios' amazing Potter themed land. They then share their opinions on the first film in the franchise, The Philosopher's Stone, and share teases about the Potter discussions in the coming weeks. They also touch on the new trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald and the controversy surrounding it. Listen for all that and more!
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January 20, 2018
On this episode, Ben and Zac are joined by Jake and Andy Damon for an epic journey through Middle Earth discussing "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring". The guys break down various aspects of the legendary franchise and reveal their unique perspectives on the this first film, from hardcore fans like Andy, to first-timers like Ben. They also touch on their favorite moments, characters, lines, and more. Furthermore, Andy reveals his incredible Gollum impression, and #BBQWatch takes a look at what a BBQ in the Shire might be like. Listen for all that and much more!
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