November 17, 2020
On this episode Zac and Ben are back to discuss more Star Trek, this time taking a look at the first four episodes of the newly premiered third season of Star Trek Discovery. They discuss their favorite aspects of the series thus far, its evolution over the past two seasons, and where everything could be going in season 3. They delve into Discovery's massive time jump into the future, how "the burn" has affected the galaxy, and what the crew of Discovery have done to reverse its affects so far. The guys also talk about the very introspective fourth episode and its emotional exploration of the crew and their experience traveling through time. Listen for all of that and much more!
November 9, 2020
On this episode Zac and Ben are back again discuss more of the Star Wars television phenomenon that is The Mandalorian. With the second season now upon us they dive into the premiere episode "Chapter 9 - The Marshal" and explore all of it's big reveals and Easter Eggs that have set Star Wars Fandom ablaze with debate. They discuss the inclusion of Timothy Olyphant's Cobb Vanth and the character's origins in the Aftermath book trilogy, as well as revealing some of their favorite Star Wars novels in the process. They talk about the Krayt Dragon, the Tusken Raiders, the Mastiffs, a familiar podracer engine, and, of course, the long awaited return of Boba Fett. Also be on the lookout for a sprawling Cameo tangent and a discussion about BBQ'd Krayt Dragon. Listen for all of that and much more!
October 31, 2020
On this special episode Zac and Ben host a round table discussion on the surprisingly fantastic new Jurassic World animated series Camp Cretaceous. They are joined by an awesome team of panelists, including Steven Shinder, Mondo D’Ercole, and Chris Abbott, A.K.A Starrapter. The entire crew provides their initial impressions on the Netflix hosted series and discusses their favorite dinosaurs, human characters, and the biggest moment that made them gasp. They debate their hopes and speculation for the newly announced second season of Camp Cretaceous and give their planetscores for the series so far. And later they are joined remotely by longtime friend and fellow Jurassic fan Dan Grievous who gives his thoughts on the series. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
October 31, 2020
On this very meta episode Steven Shinder returns to help Ben discuss their “Top Five Podcasts”. The break down an assortment of listener submitted lists which include a ton of intriguing podcasts covering topics such as pop culture, true crime, audio dramas & more. Later Ben and Steven dive into their own lists revealing their personal favorite shows, as well as a few honorable mentions. In addition they also touch on some of the most recent news, including Star Trek Discovery season 4 starting production, Pixar’s Soul coming to Disney+, Spider-Man 3 possibly including all three live-action Spider-Men, and so much more. Don’t miss listening to this one!
October 27, 2020
On this episode Ben is joined by longtime friend Steven Shinder to discuss one of their all time favorite sitcoms; Seinfeld. They share their personal history with the legendary series and break down their favorite characters, moments, and guest stars. They also debate the often maligned series finale and talk about some Seinfeld-adjacent movies & shows. Later they take part in a mini Top Five segment and reveal their five favorite episodes overall. And during the break Zac stops in to share his fresh opinions on Seinfeld. They also touch on some of the latest news, including the announcement of a Green Latern series headed to HBO Max, as well as the report of Benedict Cumberbatch returning as Doctor Strange in Spider-Man 3. Listen for all that and much more!
October 13, 2020
On this special and very bittersweet episode, Zac and Ben bid farewell their excellent co-host and great friend Jake Damon who will be taking a leave of absence from the IPC Podcast. To give Jake a proper going away party they allow him to pick this week's topic, and he chose the classic British sitcom The IT Crowd. And to make things even more fun they host a Netflix Watch Party and pick three different episodes to view together. While Jake shares his longtime admiration for the series, Zac and Ben discuss their first impressions and laugh out loud to the series' many hilarious moments. Listen for all that and much more!
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- Season 1, Episode 1: "Yesterday's Jam"
- Season 2, Episode 1: “The Work Outing”
- Season 4, Episode 2: “The Final Countdown”
October 9, 2020
On this episode Jake and Ben team up for another Newsreel, ready to tackle a wide variety of breaking news from an assortment of galaxies, much of which was submitted by loyal listeners. They break down the recent announcement regarding the delay of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic universe, as well as the casting Johnathan Majors as Kang The Conqueror and the new trailer for WandaVision. They also discuss the unexpected cancelations of series such as Supergirl and The Dark Crystal: Age Of Resistance, and the reveal of new series, including spin-offs starring Samuel L. Jackson's Nick Fury and John Cena's Peacemaker. They also take a listen to the new Justice League musical theme, watch the new trailer for Marvel's Hellstrom, and react to the news of actor Rahul Kohli potentially portraying a live-action version of Ezra Bridger from Star Wars Rebels. Be sure to listen for all of that and much more!
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September 30, 2020
On this special episode Zac and Ben bring back a classic IPC game for the first time in forever. After some careful preparation they dive into several rounds of their original game "1-2-3" and try to fool each other with their secretly chosen movies, and some they don't exist at all. Additionally they also get into discussing some of the latest pop culture news, including the announcement of Tatiana Maslany being cast as She-Hulk in the upcoming MCU series, and a new trailer for the Virtual Reality game Jurassic World Aftermath. They also break down the exciting new trailer for season two of The Mandalorian and have a lengthy discussion about The Walking Dead ending with season 11 and what it could mean for the franchise overall. Listen for all of that and much more!
September 19, 2020
At long last we have reached our 300th episode! To celebrate the occasion Zac, Ben and Jake take the IPC Podcast to the next level, hosting a virtual 300th episode party on Zoom and decided to invite on, well... everyone. For more than three hours they were joined by various friends and loyal listeners from around the world, including Matias Kjølstad, Steven Shinder, Jeffery White and others. With no strictly established topic they discuss a seemingly endless amount topics, along with tons of crazy tangents, lots of wild shenanigans, and load of hilarious wisecracking. You don't want to miss a single second of this momentous episode! (WARNING: This episode includes occasional NSFW language.)
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September 16, 2020
On this episode Zac, Jake and Ben bring about another long awaited Top Five topic, this time asking the question; What Are Your Top Five Battle Scenes? They begin by reading a ton of top five lists submitted by listeners which include a wide variety of scenes from TV, film and more, including battles from Star Wars, Marvel, Lord Of The Rings, Star Trek, Game Of Thrones and many others. Later they dive into their own lists and reveal some expected, and perhaps some unexpected choices. They also take a few more moments to remember the late, great Chadwick Boseman a week after his death. Listen for all this and more!
September 13, 2020
On this episode Zac and Ben sit down to watch and discuss all of the amazing new trailers from DC FanDome. But first they must address the shocking and heartbreaking news regarding the untimely passing of Chadwick Boseman. They pay respects to the late actor and his incredible career, from playing real life icons like Jackie Robinson in 42, to the cultural phenomenon that was his portrayal of Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The guys also break down all of the biggest trailers from DC FanDome, including Wonder Woman 1984, The Batman, The Suicide Squad, Snyder Cut of Justice League and the video game trailers for Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League. They also touch on some of the biggest pieces of news, including the return of Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton as Batman in The Flash movie, as well as updates on the the upcoming Aquaman and Shazam! sequels. Listen for all of that and much more!
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August 31, 2020
In this special minisode Zac is joined by his brother to discuss a beloved classic; Muppets Treasure Island!
August 16, 2020
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August 15, 2020
On this episode Joey Mays returns to join Zac, Ben and Jake for another Ghostbusters discussion, this time breaking down their thoughts on the 2016 reboot Ghostbusters: Answer The Call. They examine the film's troubled past, including the perceived backlash to its initial release and the troll attacks that punctuated the discourse. All of the guys, from the newbies to the veterans, share their overall opinions on the film which include some surprising "hot takes". They touch on the cast, the special effects, the humor, the many cameos, and much more. They also discuss how Paul Feige rebooted the 1984 classic and what he got right, and wrong. Listen for all that and much more!
August 9, 2020
On this episode Zac, Jake and Ben continue their Ghostbusting adventure with a discussion on the second film in the classic franchise: 1989’s Ghostbusters II. They share their first impressions of the film, which turn out to be surprisingly different then last week. They debate their likes and gripes and share some fascinating behind the scenes trivia about the film. Later, Joey Mays drops in to share his superfan perspective on the film. Plus, Zac explains Chupacabras, Ben loses it again, and Jake gets spammed. Listen for of this and more!
August 2, 2020
On this episode Ben, Jake and Zac are once again joined by longtime friend and patron Joey Mays for a long awaited discussion topic; the 1984 classic Ghostbusters! Together the guys break down their thoughts on the iconic blockbuster which launched a franchise. Joey goes in depth about his life long Ghostbusters fandom, while Jake, Ben and Zac share their fresh first impressions. They talk about their favorite and least favorite moments, swap trivia, and laugh about the film's funniest lines. And later on for #BBQWatch, the guys discuss a newly revealed photo of Ewan McGregor and theorize what it might mean for the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series. Listen for all that and much more!
July 26, 2020
This time around Jake, Zac and Ben present a brand new Top Five episode, now asking the question: "What Are Your Top Five Anti-Heroes?" They delve into exploring what it means to be an anti-hero and who qualifies before reading a bunch of listener submitted top five lists. Tangents are abound as they reveal some of your unorthodox choices from countless universes, including Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Pirates Of The Caribbean, Game Of Thrones, Firefly, and more. Later the guys take turns unveiling their own top five lists, some of which may surprise you. And in addition, for #BBQWatch Ben takes the listeners behind the scenes of IPC to explain why some scheduling hiccups are the result of BBQ. Listen for all of that and much more!
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July 21, 2020
On this episode Zac and Ben wrap up their ongoing discussion on "Underrated Disney Classics" by discussing one of Disney's most beloved box office disappointments; The Emperor's New Groove. They break down their favorite characters, moments, jokes and more. Zac shares some of his favorite memories of growing up with The Emperor's New Groove, Ben discusses his first impressions, and Jake pops in briefly to talk about how much he loves the almost 20 year old film. They go in depth on the film's history, discussing how it almost had a completely different plot and cast. Furthermore, they talk a bit about some of the latest entertainment news, including the casting of a new Batwoman and the announcement of a spin-off series for The Batman. Listen for all that and much more!
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July 11, 2020
On this episode Zac, Ben and Jake dive deeper into their collection of "Underrated Disney Classics" by watching and discussing 2002's Treasure Planet. They explore the film's magnificent visuals, its all-star cast, its classic source material, and the unfortunate circumstances that to led to it becoming one of Disney's most infamous flops. Ben shares his first impressions while Jake and Zac talk about their nostalgia for the film. They swap trivia, discuss their favorite and least favorite moments, and debate the film's large collection of parallels to Star Wars! And later for #BBQWatch, Ben gives a shoutout to a new BBQ "Hot Spot" he found. Listen for all that and more!
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July 4, 2020
On this episode Jake, Ben and Zac are joined in-studio by one of their best and oldest friends, Mondo! They continue their foray into "Underrated Disney Classics" by discussing 2001's box office disappointment turned cult classic, Atlantis: The Lost Empire! While some share their 19 year old nostalgic feelings on the film, others break down their brand new first impressions of the film. They discuss the film's amazing visuals, its characters, story, score, and even the star studded cast that brought it all to life. They share their best and worst moments all while the typical shenanigans ensue. Later they debate about Atlantean food on #BBQWatch and announce the return of a IPC spin-off show! Listen for all that and much more.
June 23, 2020
On this episode Zac, Ben and Jake devote some time to discussing some underrated Disney classics, starting with 1986's "The Great Mouse Detective". Ben discusses his first impressions of it after having no idea it existed all his life. Jake and Zac share their updated feelings on it after growing up with the film. They also discuss it's endearing characters, its classic, and sometimes groundbreaking animation style, it's funniest moments, and its unexpected musical numbers. They also address some of the film's more risqué moments and how it nearly received a high rating. And finally they research the incredible cast of the film, including the legendary and life and career of the late Vincent Price, who plays the villainous Professor Ratigan. Listen for all that and much more!
June 14, 2020
On this episode the guys top of their ongoing DC arc with a discussion about Shazam! Ben shares his thoughts upon revisiting the film after it's theatrical run, and Zac and Jake break down their initial impressions after seeing the film for the first time. The guys discuss the film's unique premise, colorful characters, and standout acting performances. They analyze the dual portrayal of Billy Batson / Shazam by Asher Angel and Zachary Levi and discern what worked, and what didn't. In addition, they debate their favorite and least favorite moments, their biggest laughs, and their ideas for what the future could hold for Shazam in the DCEU. And for a special edition of #BBQWatch, Zac and Jake participate in the Great Cheese Debate, and you have to decide who wins! Listen for all that and more!
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June 11, 2020
On this incredibly consequential episode of IPC, Jake, Zac and Ben get together discuss a topic that is of the utmost importance and sensitivity. They begin the show by talking about the recent murder of George Floyd and the rampant police brutality that kicked off massive protests across the globe. They share their thoughts and feelings about the various issues and voice their support for all those fighting for change in the Black Lives Matter movement. And for a more somber edition of #BBQWatch the guys pay their respects David “BBQ Man” Mcatee and bring attention to his unfortunate and needless death. In the second half of the show they continue with their normal discussion topic, picking up their long running Superman-theme with a revisited review of Justice League. In the wake of the huge Snyder Cut news they share their thoughts on the theatrical version and its many pluses and minuses. The debate what they loved and hated about it, as well as how it holds up with the hindsight of more recent DC films. Listen for all of that and more!
June 7, 2020
This time Zac, Jake and Ben get around to hosting another long awaited Top Five episode! Continuing with the recent Superman theme they ask the listeners; "What Are Your Top Five DC Characters?" They begin by reading a ton of submissions from everyone on Facebook, Twitter, as well as ones sent in by loyal patrons, all of which include every character imaginable, from Batman and Superan, to Lex Luthor and The Joker. Later, they take time to reveal their own lists which include some interesting surprises, and a significant amount of trolling. Listen for all of that and much more!
May 23, 2020
On this episode Jake, Zac and Ben continue their flight through the films of Superman by watching and discussing the 2013 Zack Snyder reboot Man Of Steel. They start by looking back more than a half-decade to a much different time, and the wide variety of other films Man Of Steel was up against. The guys examine the film in detail and share their mixed opinions, some of which have changed since they last watched it. They share some trivia, their overall score of the film, and try to get to what they loved about it. Furthermore, Ben and Zac revisit and old but epic topic for #BBQWatch. Listen for all that and more!
May 10, 2020
On this special episode Jake, Ben and Zac take some time to celebrate IPC's sixth anniversary! They reflect on their favorite moments from the past six years and mark the occasion with an extra special "Top Six" segment, revealing their favorite IPC movie reviews from the show's history. They also show their appreciation for their listeners by offering multiple giveaways! Furthermore, they fully dive into the newly released series finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, discussing in detail all the big reveals and dramatic moments of "The Siege Of Mandalore". Listen for all that and much more!
May 6, 2020
On this episode Zac, Jake and Ben continue their journey through the Man of Steel saga by revisiting the 2006 film Superman Returns. Is it a boring disappointment, or an underrated classic? The guys share their thoughts on it and debate their likes and gripes with the sequel. They also touch on the various standout acting performances, including Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor, Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane, and Brandon Routh as Superman himself. They also share crazy behind the scenes stories, trivia, and much more. And not to miss out on the weekly releases of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, the guys take some time to discuss the most recent episode "Shattered" and all of its shocking reveals. Listen for all of that and more!
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April 30, 2020
On this episode Jake, Ben and Zac get together with a live audience for another Netflix Watch Party! This time they dive into the second most asked for television series, Star Trek: The Next Generation. They first watch the 9th episode of season 5, titled "Measure of a Man". The guys discuss the episode's deep philosophical themes about humanity, and also have a bit of fun along the way. Later they get into some timey wimey shenanigans while watching the 18th episode of season 5, titled "Cause and effect". The guys discuss their favorite time-looping stories and (im)patiently await the appearance of the legendary Kelsey Grammer in the episode. In addition, Ben provides an update on that The Clone Wars petition that was started during the last episode and how much it's grown in such a short time. Listen for all that more!
April 22, 2020
On this episode Zac, Ben and Jake converge to discuss the newest Pixar film Onward just after it's release on Disney+. Their share their opinions on the plot, characters, humor, and heart the film possess. They discuss their favorite moments, all the Pixar easter eggs they noticed, how Onward fits into the ever complicated "Pixar Theory", and so much more. In addition, they also take time to share their thoughts on the newest Star Wars: The Clone Wars episode "Old Friends Not Forgotten" and break down all of it's stunning reveals. Listen for all of that and more!
April 14, 2020
This time around Zac and Ben manage to squeeze two massive topics into one epic episode! First, they present a special Peacekeeper exclusive Top Five segment, asking the big question: "What Are Your Top Five Shows To Binge During Quarantine?" With everyone stuck indoors for the foreseeable future, the guys discuss which TV shows are the most bingeable during this unprecedented time. They also read off a collection of wonderful lists sent in by loyal listeners and patrons. Later, they dive into discussing the most recently finished episode arc from Star Wars: The Clone Wars which focused heavily on Ahsoka Tano. Zac and Ben share their thoughts on the new episodes and the big reveals that set up the series finale. Listen for all of that and much more!
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April 6, 2020
On this special episode Jake, Zac and Ben help soothe their quarantine fever by hosting a Netflix Watch Party! After leaving it you, the listeners, to vote on what they should watch, the results are in! A rousing majority picked Parks and Recreation and the guys sat down to enjoy several episodes of the beloved comedy. While Zac and Jake share their favorite memories of the series, Ben provides his first impressions having never seen it before. Furthermore, they list off all the movies that have been delayed due to the COVID-19 virus, and Ben shares a crazy and delicious Olive Garden story for #BBQWatch. And for the final segment of the night, they invite longtime friend and listener George Rivera onto the program to pay respects to his late wife Diana.
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Parks And Recreation
2.23 - The Master Plan
3.2 - Flu Season
3.13 - The Fight
4.6 - End of the World
4.11 - The Comeback Kid
5.15 - Correspondents’ Lunch
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March 23, 2020
On this episode Jake, Zac and Ben finally force themselves to watch and discuss one of the most infamously terrible superhero films of all time; Superman IV: The Quest For Peace. They break down all the characters, quotes and moments that they love to hate and compare the film to its loathed predecessor. Jake shares his first impressions of Christopher Reeves' Superman, Ben makes the case that it isn't that bad, and Zac is on the verge of insanity. In addition, they discuss the news surrounding the expedited home video release of Disney-Pixar's Onward, and the all-but-confirmed casting of Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano in the second season of The Mandalorian. Plus, listen for a more serious edition of #BBQWatch as the guys discuss the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses and how everyone can help support them. Listen for all that and more!
March 19, 2020
On this special episode Jake Damon returns after a long hiatus to join Zac and Ben for a discussion on the first new episode arc from Star Wars: The Clone Wars, "The Bad Batch". The touch on their history with the recently revitalized series and quickly dive into discuss the four new episodes "The Bad Batch", "A Distant Echo", "On The Wings Of Keeradaks", and "Unfinished Business". They share their overall impressions, favorite moments, and more. The guys also compare the previously released unfinished story reel versions of the episodes to newly released finished versions. Listen for all that and much more!
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