Published by Bankole Imoukhuede
Weekly conversations breaking down what we're watching, what you should be watching and everything in between.
Listen on Apple PodcastsOkay so... What are we actually doing here? In light of a semi-baffling narrative reversal in the way of character competence — plot coherence too perhaps — Ebube invites Afam and Soonen for some much needed analysis, and to figure out if House of the Dragon still knows what it's doing this season They start by discussing Aegon’s new path to resurrection (2:27) and proceed to dissect the episode’s themes as well as litigate Rhaenyra’s competence as a ruler (21:15) and give Mysaria a quarterly review she might not like (26:16). They of course also try to make sense of the generational dragon mosh pit that left them with several questions (31:11), before trying to decipher Helaena’s dreams (1:00:34) and watch the weird inhabitants of Tumbleton at work (1:09:12). Does this penultimate episode work? You can support us here . Also available on YouTube . Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
Fresh off the heels of the success of 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' , Marvel quickly announced that the Russo Brothers would be returning to helm the next film in the Captain America franchise. What then followed was a series of announcements that gradually sent its fandom into a shared delirium. Robert Downey Jr would be reprising his role as Iron Man...this time as an antagonist. The film would loosely adapt the famed Civil War storyline. The Black Panther would be making his MCU debut in the film. Then the big one: Marvel had reached a deal with Sony Studios for part ownership of the most important character in their expansive roster. Spider-Man would be making his MCU debut in the film, played by relative up-and-comer Tom Holland. It was a lot to whet a fan's appetite, but it also raised slight concerns that maybe they were, quite literally, writing cheques that their mouths couldn't cash. Well, 10 years on, did they cash that cheque? Is 'Captain America: Civil War' one of the best MCU films? Would Steve & Natasha be part of the KKK? SOMEHOW we answer all of this and more on this chaotic episode that does threaten to incite our own Civil War. (3:00) - Why we like (and hate) civil war (19:05) - The Accords (38:00) - Do we hold Bucky accountable? (43:15) - T’Challa & Spidey’s MCU Introductions (1:00:00) - Categories (1:24:30) - Film-specific superlatives You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebuka, Steve & Zikora Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
It's almost like 'House of the Dragon' finally remembered how to play the game of thrones . With key characters making the competent moves Ebube always knew they were capable of, he returns to the fold to convene his council of competent analysts: Afam and Soonen. Now that Criston Cole's fate is sealed, they might have to find someone else they can love to hate. They begin with a full retrospective on the enigma that is Ser Criston (2:05) while praising Loni Peristere's impeccable directing (9:09). They then go on to discuss Alicent's new set of troubles (22:28), Rhaenyra's new stressors (32:10) and the chaos that was this week's Tumbleton storyline (44:50). They also talk about Baela's new groove (58:48), Alys' new moves (1:06:28) and what the heck is up with Corlys (1:18:13), among several other pressing matters. Does it get any better than this? You can support us here Also Available on YouTube. Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
...It's also supersized, sleek and so ambitious It's the most anticipated film of the year, so Bankole, Priscilla and Nicky got in their ships for two decades to finally discuss Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' . In a supersized podcast befitting a supersized film, they cover everything from book changes to modern parallels, what makes the film so good, all of Christopher Nolan's abilities on beautiful display, the excellent acting across the board and of course, Auramemnon No wooden horses were harmed in the production of this podcast. (05:05) - Pre-ODYSSEY Nolan thoughts (13:40) - General thoughts on THE ODYSSEY (32:00) - The Film's Potent Themes (47:45) - The Third Act Reveals (1:03:45) - The Set-Pieces (1:09:50) - Performances & Character Arcs (2:18:30) - Oscars Chances You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Priscilla & Nicky Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
To paraphrase Lord Ormund Hightower, "one host is as good as another". Bankole subs in for Ebube this week to discuss another in a growing line of excellent 'House of the Dragon' episodes. Criston Cole is on suicide watch, Rhaenyra and Daemon need both marriage counseling and leadership training and Aegon has forgotten that his most athletic days are behind him. Mummy issues, abortion tea and maybe Afam has a thing for the witches? We're getting into it all! (6:50) - Responding to YouTube Comments (10:45) - Criston Cole's suicidal odyssey (26:30) - Halaena & Alicent's Decisions (30:40) - Rhaenyra's small council (38:50) - Rhaenyra & Daemon (1:08:15) - Aemond & Alys (1:14:30) - Aegon & Larys You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Afam & Soonen Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
In the first of a new series on Popcorn for Dinner, Bankole & Ebuka got together somewhere between the third dream layer and the Library of Love to appreciate the varied and beloved works of visionary filmmaker, Christopher Nolan. Ahead of the highly anticipated release of 'The Odyssey' , they discussed their favourite Christopher Nolan films and tried to decide which is his best film. (5:45) - Our Histories with Christopher Nolan (12:30) - Ebuka's Favourite Nolan (40:26) - Bankole's Favourite Nolan (57:30) - The Most Underrated Nolan Films (1:00:45) - Christopher Nolan's Best Film You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede & Ebuka Nnamani Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
So this is how the other side lives. Ebube, Afam and Soonen make their way to Tumbleton, keeping their hands to themselves of course, but not without strengthening their squadron with Gab making her Popcorn for Dinner debut — tensions are high after all. They start by exploring the significance of Tumbleton itself (2:07) and go on to dissect everything from Rhaenyra's ever accumulating headaches (30:36) and Daemon's discovery (39:52), to Orwylle and Mysaria's perspectives (13:40) and why Ulf should have a very short leash (52:36). They of course also dive deep into Ormund's influence on Daeron (1:06:27) and the true ramifications of the Hightowers' plans, before firing up the trusty Adaptometer Has this been the greatest four-episode run in 'House of the Dragon' yet?! You can support us here Also Available on YouTube here Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam, Soonen and Miscellaneous Gab Production by: Ebube Ubochi
Ready for Christopher Nolan's epic take on an epic? So are we. Bankole calls Ebube and Pricilla out of their farm in Ithaca for a forensic look at the ruins of Troy before mapping out the perilous journey they're about to take with Matt Damon. Some are even calling it… an odyssey! They discuss all you need to know about the events before 'The Odyssey' , why Christopher Nolan might have been drawn to the project, the excellent material in store for some excellent actors and much more. (05:30) - What to know about THE ILIAD (13:30) - Adapting THE ODYSSEY (29:30) - Spoiler-free adaptations of THE ILIAD and THE ODYSSEY (36:20) - Did this really happen? (41:00) - The Americanisms in 'The Odyssey' (49:22) - First time Nolan collaborators You can support us here Also available on YouTube Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube Ubochi Guest: Priscilla Production by Bankole Imoukhuede
"I do not dream of labour" — Rhaenyra Targaryen The princess has finally become the queen, and the guys are having a field day with the beautifully written — beautifully directed too — chaos. Ebube sets up a new Black council with Afam and Soonen for Rhaenyra, but not without first flying in Pete Peppers for some wisdom on governance. The team can't help but sink their teeth into Ormund's clever gambit and all its potential repercussions, before getting into everything from Rhaenyra's goals to her stress, as well as the voices pulling her in different directions. They also talk about Corlys' gripes and Rhaenyra's desperate needs for a new queensguard, the full list of people she needs to keep happy in order to rule, and the role her relationship with Alicent plays in all the current drama. Remember, sis; you prayed for this job. You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam, Soonen and Pete Peppers Production by: Ebube Ubochi
A talking raccoon and a sentient tree?! When Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy' hit theatres in 2014, it faced doubts from all angles, from Kree and Xandarians alike. However, James Gunn's injection of humour, colour and the right amount of irreverence quickly made the film an instant fan-favourite. 12 years later, it's made it to Number 7 on our MCU 12 list. Some are saying that's really the most important part of its legacy. (03:05) - Why we love 'Guardians of the Galaxy' (13:40) - Character Introductions (50:00) - Categories (1:20:10) - Film Specific Superlatives (1:31:25) - Hope for 'Avengers: Doomsday' Please support us here . Also available on YouTube. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebuka, Steve and William Goodman Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
They've gone and done it now, haven't they? They pissed off the Dragon Queen. And for that, heads WILL roll. For the second episode of 'House of the Dragon' Season 3, Ebube, Afam and Soonen dissect the aftermath of the Battle of the Gullet, note the subtle and not-so-subtle differences between Aemond and Daemon, and rave about Emma D'Arcy's incredible acting. They talk about the incredible loses incurred by Corlys, Alicent's brazen plans, Mysaria's place in Rhaenyra and Daemon's marriage, and the fact that Alys will definitely have a bigger role to play in what's to come. They also briefly comment on Ironrod's idiocy and try to decide whether such scenes are truly necessary in modern fiction. Now bring Aegon — THE USURPER — to us. You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
Okay, here it is. It's the worst service you're ever going to face: 3 turns, the restaurant is flooded and we're nearly out of food. So why am I smiling?! Bankole & Pete are leading service today as they discuss the final season of Hulu's 'The Bear' . Family reunions, emotional releases, recognising genius and taking your first flight. There's a lot to get into and Bankole's bringing his tissues along. Hands! (04:20) - 5 Seasons of THE BEAR (13:00) - Season 5's structure (23:35) - An Emotional Episode 7 (35:30) - Goodbye to THE BEAR You can support us here . Also available on YouTube . Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: Pete Peppers Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
THIS is what happens . Still. Ebube and Emmanuel reunite for a deep dive into the surprisingly quick return of Apple TV's 'Your Friends & Neighbours' , and they bring Angel along for the ride. The trio gets into everything from Tori's ingratitude (7:33) to Mel's unhinged seasonal arc and Coop's penchant for doing the worst possible thing at any given moment. They talk about the influence of Coop's father in his life, as well as Barney's decisions and Elena's woes. They of course also review the tentpole addition to the cast for the new season — James Marsden as Owen Ashe — as well as all its repercussions. Hop in, the Hamptons are fun. You can support us here . Also available on YouTube . Hosts: Ebube Ubochi Guest: Emmanuel and Angel Production by: Ebube Ubochi
HBO's 'House of the Dragon' is FINALLY back for its third season! But at what cost? Ebube summons Afam and Soonen for a deep dive into a truly pyrrhic victory, dealt at the most pivotal naval battle the realm has ever known, and brace for the inevitable as they evaluate the legacy of Jacaerys Velaryon, as well as take stock of the confusion across the entire board. They discuss the audacity of Alicent's offer and the problems she faces now that her rug's been pulled (6:55), including her relationship with Aemond (12:10) and the schemes of the Hightowers as a whole (44:49). They also talk about the significance of mother-son relationships in the episode (30:28); the insanity of Rhaena's current situation in addition to its potential repercussions (7:45); and the true cost of the Battle of the Gullet (52:14), all before finally introducing Ebube's brand new device: the Adaptometer® (1:15:20). R.I.P to a real one yet again. You can support us here Also available on YouTube Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
The TLDR here is simple: 'BEEF' Is the Best Show on Netflix right now. But hop in anyway because Ebube's summoned AJ and Soonen for a union that's decidedly NOT fueled by road rage or deteriorating romance. The trio get into everything from who's actually in the right this season, to what the show has to say about the systems that feed the human condition They talk about how this season is as much about class warfare as individual conflicts (4:27), in line with what this season of the show is truly about (6:31); as well as the richness of the performances (9:49), Josh and Lindsay's delusion (19:49), how power changes people (23:35) and why it's important for young men to have solid role models (30:02). Art does mirror life after all. You can support us here . Also available on YouTube . Host: Ebube Ubochi Guests: AJ & Soonen Production by: Ebube Ubochi
From battle planets to long lost imperialist siblings, Jeremiah joins the guys for the zany, multi-planetary trip that is 2017's 'Thor: Ragnarok' . Was this the first time Thor came into his own or was he beloved before then? Should Taika have been a one-and-done director? All this and more! So come listen before you're pardoned...from life (02:35) - Why we love 'Thor: Ragnarok' (12:20) - Listener Voicemail (Robert) (48:00) - Categories (1:03:50) - Film Specific Superlatives (1:11:10) - Hope for 'Avengers: Doomsday' Please support us here . Also available on YouTube. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebuka, Steve and Jeremiah Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
Bankole, Angel & Pete exhaust their contact lists before calling Robert Bailey Jr to discuss the excellent finale to a return-to-form fifth season of Apple TV's 'For All Mankind' . In a wide-ranging discussion, they touch on Robert Bailey Jr's scene-stealing turn in last year's 'Pluribus' , the return of Will Tyler in the finale and the impactful events on both Titan and Mars. (4:40) - Robert's feelings on 'Pluribus' journey (14:00) - Thoughts on the 'For All Mankind' S5 finale (16:40) - Figuring out the 2020 Flashforward (18:50) - Margo & Will's reappearances (29:20) - Titan Apologies (51:14) - Aleida's POV on the War on Mars (1:05:40) - Alex & Avery (1:19:30) - Dev's Redemption You can support us here . Also available on YouTube. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Angel, Pete Peppers and Robert Bailey Jr. Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
With great podcast power comes the great responsibility to discuss the full season of Prime Video's 'Spider-Noir' . Bankole & TMT grab their fedoras and coats and head back to the 1930s to examine Nic Cage's first TV role, what made this show so exciting and the constant allure of a period crime mystery. (6:05) - Their Preferred Format (11:05) - Thoughts on the Show (19:10) - Character Analyses (30:25) - Performances You can support us here . Also available on YouTube. Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guest: TMT Production by: Bankole Imoukhuede
Welp. Here we are. The show with the endlessly cynical take on superheroes has finally come to a close, and Ebube and Oseghale have thoughts. Let's make one thing clear, everyone got what they deserved. Well... Almost everyone. The guys try to make sense of the show's final chapter and address the internet's thoughts on what will go down as one of the most divisive series finales in pop culture. As they figure out if the show truly stuck its landing, they get into the potential hubris of cinematic universes (8:23); Antony Starr's career-defining performance (18:26); Butcher's alternate future (32:02); the current media literacy crisis (42:06), and of course narrative responsibility and the GenV-shaped hole in the plot. The end was entertaining, but undeniably diabolical . You can support us here . Also available on YouTube . Host: Ebube Ubochi Guest: Oseghale Production by: Ebube Ubochi
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