Podflix & Chill
By The Podfix Network
Podflix & ChillFeb 01, 2021
We Interrupt This Program - WandaVision Episode 4 w/ Joe Gallant
This week's episode of the show features fellow podcaster Joe Gallant of the Gallantski & Friends podcast! We break down the latest episode of Marvel Studios' WandaVision and how it may tie into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe. We also learn a bit about Joe, including how a background in standup comedy and radio prepped him for his current podcast project. This episode also features a segment using Pod Decks, a fun podcasting tool I recently found.
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Bridgerton Season 2, The Muppet Show & the Return of Batman?
ICYMI: Netflix's Bridgerton has been renewed for a second season, The Muppet Show will be available in it's entirety on Disney+ and is Batman: The Animated Series getting a reboot? This week's minisode covers all that and more!
Magnus Carlsen talks The Queen's Gambit
Cobra Kai Bo workout
Miyagi-lates workout
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Chilling with Extraction Fight Coordinator - Michael Lehr
On this week's episode, I got the opportunity to chat with stuntman and fight coordinator, Michael Lehr. Michael is no stranger to the stunt world, having worked on notable projects like John Wick 2 & 3, Logan, Fate of the Furious, and many more. In our chat, we discuss:
- His role as Fight Coordinator on the Netflix film, Extraction
- Working with Chris Hemsworth and stunt legend, Sam Hargrave
- Stunt doubling Yoson An in Mulan for Disney+
- His martial arts background and training
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WandaVision, Tom Holland & Mortal Kombat - Minisode 2
There was a lot of news in the world of streaming this week, so I'm here to help break some of it down.
- WandaVision releases first two episodes
- The Russo brothers, Tom Holland, and a number of returning shows to AppleTV+
- First look at the new Mortal Kombat film coming to HBOMax in April
- Netflix dominates the Nielsen Ratings for 2020
WandaVision: Recap/Review
For All Mankind: Season 1 Episode
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Minisode #1
This brief episode provides some insight into the newest streaming service, discovery+ as well as some speculation about Marvel Studios' soon-to-be-released WandaVision on Disney+. Andrew also shares what he is currently streaming, and what is on his watch list. This minisode also serves as the first official video episode of the podcast.
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Cobra Kai Never Dies w/ Brihana Davidson (Cobra Kai Kompanion)
If you are curious about the Karate Kid franchise or the latest season of Cobra Kai (Netflix), meet Brihana Davidson. She has loved The Karate Kid since it first graced the silver screen in 1984. Now, she is the co-host of the Cobra Kai Kompanion podcast and we sat down and chatted all about it.
- Her favorite moments from Cobra Kai Season 3
- That time she interviewed Ralph Macchio & William Zabka
- Her best-to-worst ranking of the Karate Kid movies
- Why she loves Cobra Kai/The Karate Kid so much
Listen: Cobra Kai Kompanion
Read: Brihana's Fan Fiction
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Everything Coming to Disney+ Next Year & Beyond!
With the Disney Investor Panel wrapping yesterday, we got a ton of new announcements for theatrical and streaming projects releasing over the next few years - between Star Wars, Disney Animation, Disney Motion Pictures, Marvel, Pixar, and even Nat Geo. Tune into this special edition podcast episode where Andrew dives in to ALL things Disney+ that will be coming to the platforms almost 90 million subscribers over the next 3 years. Be sure to leave a rating/review and don't forget to subscribe.
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Reboot Week: The Animaniacs (Hulu)
They're ba-ack! Time to get totally insane-y with the Warner Bros (and their Warner sister) and take a look at the Hulu Original Series, The Animaniacs! The reboot of this 90s cartoon is packed with more of the same topical, relevant, and fourth-wall breaking comedy we've come to know and love. In the final episode of the year, Podflix & Chill host Andrew discusses some of his favorite moments from the Animaniacs and why people who were offended by any of the jokes need to re-evaluate themselves and their life choices.
Reboot Week: Saved By The Bell (Peacock)
Time out! Saved By The Bell got a reboot? Celebrate 30 years of this classic sitcom with a spin-off show that takes a look at Bayside High in present day. Original cast members Mario Lopez (Slater), Elizabeth Berkley (Jessie), Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack), and Tiffani Thiessen (Kelly) all star in/produce this Peacock Original Series that follows the new "gang" of Bayside.
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The Mandalorian - DisneyPlus
On today's special edition episode we are talking about (quite possibly) one of the biggest shows EVER to come out of the Streaming Wars, The Mandalorian. Andrew dives into the first 4 episodes of the season, discussing some of his favorite moments and offering up his predictions for the rest of the season. Make sure you follow along on Instagram and Twitter (@podflixnchill) to share your favorite Mando moments! Have a Happy Thanksgiving and thanks for tuning in!
Borat Subsequent Moviefilm - Prime Video
Very Nice! Fourteen years after Sacha Baron Cohen graced our screens as Borat, he returns in this Amazon Prime Video sequel. On this episode of Podflix & Chill, Andrew breaks down some of the best & worst moments from this movie.
- Borat travels to America with his estranged daughter
- A questionable scene with Rudy Giuliani
- Why people shouldn't get so offended by this film
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LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special - DisneyPlus
Alex Rider - IMDBtv
Ever wonder what it is like to be a spy? In this episode, Andrew breaks down the new IMDBtv series Alex Rider, available to stream direct on IMDB.com or Amazon Prime Video. Alex Rider is based on the series of YA novels written by Anthony Horowitz, which Andrew was a huge fan of growing up. If you are enjoying the show, don't forget to hit subscribe and share with your friends!
For All Mankind - AppleTV Plus
What if the Soviet Union beat the Americans to the moon? That's the plot of the AppleTV+ original series, For All Mankind. In this episode, Andrew recaps the first season of the show and how actual historical events served as inspiration for this fictional story. Season 2 of For All Mankind premieres on AppleTV+ on 2/19/21.
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The Queen's Gambit - Netflix
In the Netflix miniseries, The Queen's Gambit, Beth Harmon is orphaned at the age of 8 - right around the same time, she discovers chess. She becomes a prodigy, quickly rising through the ranks of the chess world until she is poised to become the U.S. Open Champion at the age of 16. The show examines the cost of fame against the backdrop of the 1960s and the growing threat of the Soviet Union.
Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Harry Melling, Thomas Brodie-Sangster.
Podflix & Chill Trailer
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