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Co-hosts Daniel Fiorio and Michael Lane talk everything movies, comics, music, and video games. We save you from having to form your own opinion.
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Episode 32: The Ethan Episode

Infinite Canvas UltraJul 13, 2020

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Episode 32: The Ethan Episode

Episode 32: The Ethan Episode

This week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra introduces our first guest, Ethan, who joins us to share his own favorite pieces of media from 2020 thus far, before joining us in a new installment of Panel Discussions, our comic-based book club.

Jul 13, 202001:59:40
Episode 31: 2020 Mid-Year Recap

Episode 31: 2020 Mid-Year Recap

We're halfway through the year, so the Infinite Canvas Ultra boys are recapping the year's best movies, video games, television, comics, and, most importantly, music.

Jul 06, 202002:26:57
Episode 30: When I Say PlayStation, You Say Five

Episode 30: When I Say PlayStation, You Say Five

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael recount the recent PlayStation 5 reveal showcase, and cap off the show with a retrospective review of one of the best games of the last decade, The Last of Us

Jun 15, 202001:55:42
Episode 29: ACAB

Episode 29: ACAB

In this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael reflect on the passing of George Floyd and speak to the importance of this time in America. After that, we touch upon Dan's experience with HBO Max, Michael's thoughts on Lady Gaga's Chromatica, and finish the show off with a review of Run The Jewels 4.

Jun 08, 202001:45:23
Episode 28: In Which Capone Poops Himself

Episode 28: In Which Capone Poops Himself

In this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael share some of the week's biggest (and most ridiculous) entertainment news, before running down some recent major album releases and giving our thoughts on Josh Trank's new film, Capone.

May 25, 202002:06:23
Episode 27: Quarantainment

Episode 27: Quarantainment

It's been two months, but the Infinite Canvas Ultra boys have returned to talk all things pop culture. This week's episode includes two mystery reviews centered on releases from the last two months we've been under lockdown, before we focus in on the pieces of media that helped us survive our boredom since March.

May 18, 202002:30:42
Episode 26: We Doin' Food Reviews Now

Episode 26: We Doin' Food Reviews Now

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we look back on our time at this year's Chicago Comic-Con, C2E2. We also delve into Tom King's latest maxiseries for DC, Strange Adventures, touch upon the HBO show Barry, and cap-off the episode with a full-length review of Leigh Whannell's The Invisible Man

Mar 09, 202001:55:46
Episode 25: At Long Last, We Watched 'The Fanatic'

Episode 25: At Long Last, We Watched 'The Fanatic'

It was in our first few episodes that Dan and I were introduced to Fred Durst and John Travolta's 2019 film, The Fanatic. Finally, after months and months, Dan and Michael have seen the horrendous film and have lived to tell the tale. On top of a full-length review of The Fanatic, this week's episode features two reviews of new albums, Tame Impala's The Slow Rush and Grimes' Miss Anthropocene

Feb 24, 202001:53:45
Episode 24: Justice for Bong

Episode 24: Justice for Bong

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we highlight the latest entry in the DCEU, Birds of Prey, and also recount the 2020 Oscar winners. Yes, we're very excited about some of the winners.
Feb 10, 202002:09:06
Episode 23: The Jordan Episode

Episode 23: The Jordan Episode

On the 23rd episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we review Guy Ritchie's well-reviewed comeback, The Gentlemen. We also run down some of the past week's biggest news, including a recap of the new Fast 9 trailer and reactions to this year's big Grammy's winners.

Feb 03, 202001:33:38
Episode 22: War is Hell, amirite?

Episode 22: War is Hell, amirite?

Would Sam Mendes' World War I film 1917 have broken into our Top 10 Films of 2019? Find out with our review on the latest episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra! Outside of a full-length review of 1917, Dan and Michael go over the 2020 Oscar nominations and disclose what they think will bring home the night's big prizes. 

Jan 20, 202001:33:07
2019 Year in Review: Top Comics, Video Games, and Your Favorites

2019 Year in Review: Top Comics, Video Games, and Your Favorites

It's the last day of our weeklong retrospective on 2019, and we're running down Dan's Top 10 Comics of the Year, Michael's Top 10 Video Games of the Year, and even talking about some of your favorites of the past 365 days!

Jan 10, 202001:39:44
2019 Year in Review: Top Films

2019 Year in Review: Top Films

For the fourth day of our weeklong retrospective on the year that was 2019, we're covering our 10 favorite films of the year!

Jan 08, 202001:38:33
2019 Year in Review: Top Albums

2019 Year in Review: Top Albums

For the second day of our week-long 2019 retrospective series, we're covering our favorite albums of the past year!

Jan 06, 202001:40:49
Episode 20: Merry Christmas, Adam Sandler!

Episode 20: Merry Christmas, Adam Sandler!

On the 20th episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, it's finally time to review the Safdie Brothers' highly-anticipated new film, Uncut Gems! But first, we dive into a few pieces of media we never got the opportunity to review earlier in the year because, well, we didn't have a show at that time. Strap in for a great, anxiety-inducing episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra!

Dec 30, 201901:28:56
Episode 19: Oh, Star Wars?

Episode 19: Oh, Star Wars?

The biggest release of the year is upon us, and of course, we have a lot to say about it. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is the main focus in today's episode, but we also talk about HBO's Watchmen, as well as a couple of other Star Wars properties, including thoughts on The Mandalorian and Jedi: Fallen Order. If you like Star Wars, then this is the episode for you!

Dec 23, 201902:08:24
Episode 18: That Dude Was TALL

Episode 18: That Dude Was TALL

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael recount their experience seeing Brockhampton's latest Chicago show before moving onto some video game talk, finishing with a review of Noah Baumbach and Netflix's Marriage Story.

Dec 09, 201901:55:09
Episode 17: I Heard You Make Podcasts

Episode 17: I Heard You Make Podcasts

On this episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we're talking video games, y'all! We touch upon our Thanksgiving holidays, Black Friday pick-ups, and then go on and on about Breath of the Wild, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and other great games we've been playing. To cap off this week's episode, we also review two big Thanksgiving film releases, Knives Out and The Irishman

Dec 02, 201902:12:15
Episode 16: And We're Back!

Episode 16: And We're Back!

That's right! After a week-long hiatus, your favorite podcast has returned! So, on this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we're back with the long-awaited return of Panel Discussions, our book club-like segment where we review a graphic novel we've recently read, and this time, we're talking about Chip Zdarsky and Mark Bagley's Spider-Man: Life Story. We also discuss Disney+, specifically The Mandalorian, and touch upon our thoughts on the season four opener of Rick and Morty. Finally, we finish off the show with our review of Taika Waititi's latest anti-hate satirical film, Jojo Rabbit

Nov 25, 201901:44:29
Episode 15: Let's Podcast Like it's 2009 (Part 1)

Episode 15: Let's Podcast Like it's 2009 (Part 1)

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, we're once again stepping into our time machine and heading back 10 years to 2009, where we discuss the amazing year in video games and then review two interesting indie films from the year. First, we look back on the beloved (500) Days of Summer before re-assessing Jennifer's Body, which was divisive upon release before turning into a sort of cult classic in the decade since. Has time been kind to these two films? Hit the play button and find out!
Nov 11, 201901:33:45
Episode 14: Movies Are Good Again

Episode 14: Movies Are Good Again

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan recounts his experience in New York City before the boys talk about Kanye's new album, Jesus Is King. Later, we review two of the year's absolute best films, Parasite and The Lighthouse. Each of those two sections includes spoiler-free impressions as well as spoiler-filled sections, so be wary of that! 

Nov 04, 201901:52:05
Episode 13: Let's Party Like it's 1999 (Part 2)

Episode 13: Let's Party Like it's 1999 (Part 2)

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael yet again reminisce on the year 1999. This time, the introductory topics involve the Sega Dreamcast, best overall games of 1999, as well as Napster, all before the two co-hosts sit down to review two more of the year's most beloved films, Being John Malkovich and The Blair Witch Project. Take this trip down memory lane with us, won't you?
Oct 28, 201902:05:42
Episode 12: "I Would F**k Larry the Lobster"

Episode 12: "I Would F**k Larry the Lobster"

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael review Zombieland: Double Tap, and even look back upon the film's 2009 predecessor. On top of that, Michael gives a video game update on the new console release of The Return of the Obra Dinn, and we also list our top 10 albums from New York artists to honor Dan's upcoming trip to the Big Apple.

Oct 21, 201901:55:59
Episode 11: Let's Party Like it's 1999 (Part 1)

Episode 11: Let's Party Like it's 1999 (Part 1)

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, we're going way back to 1999 and discussing our favorites episodes of Spongebob, and we also review The Iron Giant as well as The Matrix before taking some of your best questions. Join us for a super fun blast from the past!
Oct 14, 201902:00:45
Episode 10: All About That Joker

Episode 10: All About That Joker

On this week's episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, we more or less only talk about Todd Phillips' new highly anticipated film, Joker. So, does Joker live up to the hype, praise, and controversy it's received leading up to its monumental release? Listen in as we talk for nearly one and a half hours about the film, including 25 minutes at the top that are completely spoiler-free!
Oct 07, 201901:54:16
Episode Nine: Rambo Rips A Dude's Heart Out

Episode Nine: Rambo Rips A Dude's Heart Out

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, join Dan and Michael as they do double-feature film reviews of Rambo: Last Blood and Ad Astra. They also discuss The Joker one last time before opening week, touch upon Death Stranding's very long TGS demo, and get hyped over the new trailers for the long-awaited Uncut Gems and The Last of Us: Part II.  

Sep 30, 201902:05:08
Episode Eight: Next Level Charli

Episode Eight: Next Level Charli

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, we review Charli XCX's self-titled new album, Charli. We also dig into the newly released EP from disgraced ex-Brockhampton member, Ameer Vann, check in on Michael's time with Gears 5, and talk about some wild shows Dan went to in the past week. 

Sep 23, 201901:27:56
Episode Seven: The Boys Gotta Get Their Props

Episode Seven: The Boys Gotta Get Their Props

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, we review the Amazon Prime Original series, The Boys. On top of that, we go over some of our most anticipated fall films and also touch upon the PG-13 surprise horror hit, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. We also discuss a future project of ours that we're pretty ecstatic about. Join us for another awesome episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra!

Sep 17, 201902:00:05
Episode Six: The Boys Go on Kanye Watch

Episode Six: The Boys Go on Kanye Watch

We review Brockhampton's new album, Ginger. We also discuss the recent Kanye West leak, Yandhi, talk about new video games like Control and Until Dawn, and answer some of YOUR questions. Join us for a really fun episode six!
Sep 09, 201901:33:21
Episode Five: "It: Chapter 2" Review

Episode Five: "It: Chapter 2" Review

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, Dan and Michael review It: Chapter Two, talk about the Sony vs. Marvel beef over Spider-Man, and touch upon the newly-released Netflix specials for Rocko's Modern Life and Invader Zim.
Sep 03, 201901:40:58
Episode Four: Love Your Wife

Episode Four: Love Your Wife

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, our co-hosts delve into Chance The Rapper's studio album debut, The Big Day. On top of that, this episode features the introduction of a new feature called "Panel Discussions," where Daniel and Michael will be reviewing older comic series, with the inaugural episode being focused on Tom King and Mitch Gerads' The Sheriff of Babylon. They also talk about Brockhampton, Nathan Fielder, and touch upon the new album by Marika Hackman. 

Aug 26, 201901:31:50
The Giant-Sized Mid-Year Extravaganza (AKA Episode Three)

The Giant-Sized Mid-Year Extravaganza (AKA Episode Three)

This week on Infinite Canvas Ultra, co-hosts Daniel Fiorio and Michael Lane list off their Top Five Albums and Films of 2019 thus far! Michael also does a short interlude recounting his five favorite video games released up to this point in 2019, and the duo speak to some of their biggest disappoints to start the show off right! So, join us as we discuss the absolute best media we've digested up to the year's mid-point (and don't worry, there are NO SPOILERS in our discourses about our favorite films!). As always, you can skip through if you want to hear us talk to a specific topic:

Introduction and Year's Biggest Disappointments: 0:00:00 - 0:18:46 |

Our Top Five Albums of 2019 Thus Far: 0:18:46 - 1:05:57 |

Michael's Top Five Video Games of 2019 Thus Far: 1:05:57 - 1:22:13 |

Our Top Five Films of 2019 Thus Far: 1:22:13 - 2:11:59 |

Q&A, Shout-Outs, and Outro: 2:12:00 - 2:30:27 |

As always, follow us on Twitter @ICUltraPod as well as Instagram at Infinite Canvas Ultra, and send us your emails and hate mail to infintecanvasult@gmail.com



Aug 19, 201902:30:28
Episode Two: "Hobbs & Shaw"

Episode Two: "Hobbs & Shaw"

On the second episode of Infinite Canvas Ultra, courtesy of Daniel Fiorio and Michael Lane, the Ultra co-hosts discuss the new "Fast & Furious" spin-off film, "Hobbs & Shaw." Other than that, our hosts recount their time at 2019's Chicago Pitchfork Music Festival, and Dan does a short-and-sweet review of the new Ty Segall album, "First Taste." As always, if some of the topics don't interest you, you can always skip through the episode thanks to our handy timestamps listed below:

Introduction and Pitchfork 2K19 Discussion: 0:00:00 - 0:29:00 |

Review of Ty Segall's "First Taste": 0:29:00 - 0:30:40 |

Discussion of "Hobbs & Shaw" (Non-Spoiler): 0:30:40 - 0:48:38 |

Discussion of "Hobbs & Shaw" (Spoiler Section): 0:48:38 - 1:05:36 |

Q&A, Shout-Outs, and Outro: 1:05:36 - 1:24:11 |

Follow us on Twitter @ICUltraPod as well as Instagram at Infinite Canvas Ultra, and send us your emails to infintecanvasult@gmail.com

Aug 12, 201901:24:13
Episode One: "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood"

Episode One: "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood"

On the inaugural episode of the newly rebooted Infinite Canvas Ultra podcast, which is co-hosted by best buds and pop culture nerds Daniel Fiorio and Michael Lane, we pick right up where we left off three years ago with further discussion about comics, movies, music, and video games. Join us as we do a deep dive into Quentin Tarantino's ninth film, "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood," and quickly touch upon this week's biggest comic releases as well as the Barnes and Noble Criterion Collection sale. And, if you want to skip through the comic book and Criterion talk and get right to our thoughts on Tarantino's latest, adhere to the timestamps below:

Intro and Comic Talk: 0:00:00 - 0:24:00 |

Criterion Collection Discussion: 0:24:00 - 0:35:00 |

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood: 0:35:00-0:50:00 (non-spoiler) & 0:50:00 - 1:05:00 (spoiler) |

Follow us on Twitter @ICUltraPod as well as Instagram at Infinite Canvas Ultra, and send us your emails to infintecanvasult@gmail.com

Aug 01, 201901:05:08