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AVForums Podcast
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The AVForums podcast brings you the latest TV, home theater, hi-fi, tech, movie and gaming news, plus special features, interviews and show reports from the world of audio visual home entertainment
Episodes
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IFA 2026 Report, iPhone Duo Hands-on and TV Spying?
We have a special edition of the AVForums Podcast covering some of the tech from IFA 2026, a hands-on with the Apple Duo foldable phone, a discussion on the Sony True RGB Mini LED TV models and the recent reports of TVs spying on you.
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Do Product Reviews Need To Change?
The podcast returns with Phil Hinton, Ed Selly and special guest Mark Ellis. We have TV, Hi-Fi and Tech Round-up sections as well as discussions about reviews, why they might need to change and why ours will never be paid for or sponsored.
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Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey: Alex Winter & William Sadler Interview
We chat with Alex Winter and William Sadler about Arrow Video's new 4K UHD Blu-ray release of Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, why the film has endured, the value of physical media, Sadler's beloved turn as Death, and whether a fourth Bill & Ted movie could ever happen.
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Neil Marshall Talks The Descent - Making the Cave Horror Classic and the New 4K Release
Neil Marshall joins us to discuss The Descent ahead of its new 4K UHD Blu-ray release from StudioCanal. He talks about the film's origins, building the cave world, the UK and US endings, and how the new restoration was put together.
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Mona Lisa 40th Anniversary - Neil Jordan on Bob Hoskins, the White Rabbit and 4K
A special interview with director Neil Jordan marking the 40th anniversary 4K UHD Blu-ray release of Mona Lisa, with a deep dive into Bob Hoskins' extraordinary performance, the film's unusual emotional core and the surreal touches that made it so distinctive. The conversation also covers...
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The 4K Revival of East Asian Cinema - Hong Kong Action, J-Horror and Korean Classics
This episode dives into the 4K resurgence of East Asian cinema, spanning Hong Kong action, Japanese classics, J-horror, Godzilla and modern Korean favourites. From John Woo and Kurosawa to Jackie Chan, Oldboy and Parasite, it is a broad celebration of essential films and standout disc releases.
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Oscars Chaos, Literary Adaptations and Project Hail Mary - ScreenTime March 2026
Cas Harlow is joined by Simon Crust and Mark Costello for the latest ScreenTime, diving into the biggest surprises from the 2026 Oscars before moving on to a wide-ranging discussion about literary adaptations.
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Robert Duvall Tribute + Our Best TV, Movies and 4K Blu-ray Picks of 2026 So Far
In the February 2026 episode of the AVForums Screentime Podcast, the team pays tribute to acting legend Robert Duvall, remembers character actor Tom Noonan, and rounds up the best TV, movies, and 4K Blu-rays of 2026 so far, including streaming highlights like Shrinking S3 & Night Agent S3, and...
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Top 20 Most Anticipated Movies of 2026 + How Did Our 2025 Predictions Pan Out?
We look back at last year's "most anticipated" list and how the scores actually turned out, including the surprises, disappointments, and the films that split opinion. Then it's time for the new countdown: our Top 20 most anticipated movies of 2026, including big franchise bets and the originals...
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Best Movies and TV Shows of the Year - ScreenTime With AVForums Christmas Special 2025
Andor season 2, Slow Horses season 5, Dexter Resurrection series, Sandman season 2 Netflix, Terminal List Dark Wolf, Predator Killer of Killers, Predator Badlands, F1 Brad Pitt racing movie, K Pop Demon Hunters
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Best 4K discs of 2025 - our top picks, surprises and collector box sets
We count down the standout 4K UHD releases of the year - from Hammer's prestige restorations and Arrow's bangers to BFI classics and boutique mega-sets. Expect practical buying advice, technical notes on picture and audio, plus a look at surprise favourites and what we want next year.
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Halloween Special + Are Today's Movie Stars As Bright As Previous Generations?
In our Halloween Special, we focus on the huge A Nightmare on Elm Street 4K Blu-ray Collection and more 4K Blu-ray and streaming recommendations. Plus with the passing of so many huge movie stars this year, we ask whether the next generation are as bright.
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Is Hollywood Ruining Your Favourite Movies? Director Do-Overs, Tron: Ares and Awesome Soundtracks
Is Hollywood revisionism ruining films or keeping them alive? We dig into directors' do-overs, colour re-grades, CG touch-ups, soundtrack swaps and endless ‘definitive’ cuts - from Star Wars to Michael Mann and those Tron Legacy 4K rumours. Plus a preview of Tron: Ares and a stack of fresh 4K...
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The Problem with Movie Franchises: What do audiences want and can filmmakers ever get it right?
We run down our current 4K disc, digital and streaming recommendations and pay tribute to Terrance Stamp. Plus, the team discusses what we ultimately want from our beloved, long-running franchises... more of the same or unexpected narrative and character developments? Also, at what point in a…
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The 'C' Word: Are You A 'Collector' Or A Film Fan And Is 2025 A Good Time to Start Your Collection?
In this episode of ScreenTime wIth AVForums, we catch up with our current 4K disc and digital/streaming recommendations. Plus, we compare the UHD disc and streaming options of recent releases The Amateur and Zodiac to see which is the version worth getting hold of. Also, whether you're a hardcore...
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Red Sonja: MJ Bassett talks about bringing the fearless warrior back to life after a 40 year hiatus
With the Red Sonja reboot on the horizon, ScreenTime's Cas Harlow chats with director MJ Bassett about bringing the iconic Robert E. Howard character back to the screen in just three months. They discuss her roots in filmmaking, shifting from horror to TV action, filming in Africa, and the future...
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Disc or download? ScreenTime looks at whether to stump for the 4K disc or save money with a download
The ScreenTime team returns with 4K disc and streaming picks, weighing the pros and cons of physical discs vs digital VOD to help you choose. Plus, Cas and Mark discuss why they import US 4K releases from Vinegar Syndrome - is it just those magnet clasps?
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We look back at 20 years of the AVForums podcast
From the introduction of OLED TVs to the death of 3D TV, we look at some of the notable technologies since our first podcast in 2006.
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NEW Sony TVs, Best Hi-Fi Under A Grand And The Next Step After Soundbars
We look at the new range of TVs for 2025 from Sony, ask what are the best amplifiers for under 1000 pounds and what is the next step after Soundbars for those wanting a more immersive experience.
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Movie Awards FATIGUE? A Look At Award Season 2025 - Were The Winners Really The Best Of The Year?
The team debates whether film awards like the Oscars, Golden Globes, and BAFTAs still matter to audiences or just serve industry self-promotion. Did this year's winners truly deserve success, or were better films ignored? Have Academy Award controversies and dull ceremonies overshadowed the…
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Bristol Hi-Fi Show, Subwoofers, and the Future of Home Audio
In this AVForums Podcast, we cover highlights from the 2025 Bristol Hi-Fi Show, explore subwoofers in home cinema and Hi-Fi, and chat with Ian Morrish from Together for Cinema about their amazing work. Tune in for expert insights, industry news, and AV enthusiasm!
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Steven Seagal's Belly of the Beast - Action DUD or Hidden GEM?
Is Steven Seagal's actioner Belly of the Beast utterly without redemption or does it merit some attention for aiming high but shooting low? The ScreenTime With AVForums team looks at Seagal's 2003 'meisterwerk' with its obvious action doubles, slow floor slides, mysterious sponge messages and...
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Auto EQ Your Hi-Fi? and Philips' new 2025 TVs
In this month's podcast, Ed Selley, Hi-Fi Editor, and Phil Hinton, AVForums Editor, delve into the topic of Auto EQ in two-channel systems. Plus, Phil and Ian take a deep dive into the 2025 TV line-up from Philips.
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Most Anticipated Movies Of 2025: What to Watch out For
Celebrating 20 years of podcasts, the ScreenTime with AVForums team previews the top 20 must-see movies of 2025 - from James Gunn's Superman to Bong Joon-ho's Mickey 17 and more. Don’t miss our countdown!
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TV News Roundup from CES 2025
Phil and the news team discuss the big TV stories from CES and which brands do the best job of telling us about their new TVs
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What Are the Best Movies, TV Shows and 4K Blu-rays of 2024?
In this podcast from the ScreenTime team, we look at the best movies, TV shows and 4K Blu-rays that feature in our 2024 Editor's Choice Awards. From blockbusters to streaming gems and from binge worthy surprises to moving documentaries - this is the content that stood out for us over the last 12...
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TV & Home Cinema Awards plus Predictions for 2025
We discusses the developments in the two-channel audio sector over the last 12 months and also take a peek at the Hi-Fi tea leaves to predict what might be happening in 2025. And we run through the best TVs and home cinema gear of the year and present the winners of our AVForums Editor's Choice...
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Best Movies, TV Shows & 4K Discs for November Plus What Were the Cinematic Hits, Misses and Delays of 2024?
This month's Movies, TV Shows & 4K Blu-rays Podcast kicks off with the films and shows that Cas and the team recommends for November. There's also a look at the best 4K discs to add to your collection and our movie experts dive into the cinematic hits, misses and delays of 2024 as they round up…
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Best Hi-Fi 2024, Black Friday TV buying Tips, AV Predictions and more: AVForums Podcast Ep. 757
On this month's bumper podcast - Ed Selley gives us the rundown of the best Hi-Fi products we have reviewed this year in the Editor’s Choice Awards. Phil and Ian look at the latest TV deals for Black Friday and suggest that this is not the best time of year to be buying a mid-range or high-end…
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Box Office DISASTERS: What Are The Worst Movie FLOPS Of 2024?
Which movies have flopped hard so far this year? We look at 2024's disappointments including some surprise underperformers and ask why some films look great on paper but just don't capture the audience's interest... and others just plain suck! Plus the guys select their top ten cinema and…
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Are 21:9 TVs Returning? Goodbye Home Cinema Choice, EI Live Report and more
This week we report back from the EI Live custom installation trade show and look at some of the interesting AV products we saw, including the return of 21:9 TVs! Plus, we say goodbye to Home Cinema Choice magazine as it closes its doors and discuss how the CI sector can get its services over to…
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Philips Flagship OLED TVs 2024 with Danny Tack
Danny Tack from TP Vision joins us to discuss the Philips flagship TVs for 2024, the OLED+959 and the OLED+909. We talk picture quality, META panel, P5 AI Dual Engine processor, Game bar, Ambilight and sound upgrades.
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Buying Audio Gear in 2024: Are Hi-Fi Dealers Still RELEVANT?
We examine the role of bricks-and-mortar Hi-Fi dealers in 2024: are in-person demos still necessary with YouTube reviews, and do product special editions drive sales? Plus, get a preview of the Newcastle Audio Show (1st–3rd Nov 2024), featuring demos, product launches, and the chance to meet...
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The Best HORROR GEMS on 4K
We share our Blu-ray picks for September 2024 plus list our top 15 favourite horror 4K Blu-rays
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MOVIE WORKPRINTS - Are They The Holy Grail For Hardcore Fans?
In our September Movies and TV podcast, we offer a Top 10 list of must-watch picks for the month. Then, we dive into our featured topic: Workprints – the elusive Holy Grail for dedicated movie fans.
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Getting the BEST Out Of Your Video Sources Plus Who Are CEDIA?
Once you've got your AV space correctly set up and your display calibrated for accuracy, there's still the question of making sure your video sources are up to the task. In this Home AV podcast, we look at how to get the best from the entire video chain. We also discuss the changing nature of...
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The TRUTH About TV Calibration: What It is… And What It Isn't.
We bust a few myths about TV calibration on this edition of the AVForums TV, Display and Calibration podcast. For example, what qualifies as calibration… and what doesn't? What is Filmmaker Mode and do you actually need your TV calibrated if it’s accurate out of the box? Is it always best to get…
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Which Music Streamer is BEST For You?
We cut through the many confusing options for streaming music to help you decide which path to take. From choosing a streaming service on a mobile device to investing in a dedicated hardware module, we examine the advantages and disadvantages of the various approaches, suggest some options and…
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What Are the MUST BUY Discs of 2024 So Far?
The team members each pick their favourites of the year taking film quality, extras and packaging into account to come up with 15 best discs to add to your physical media collection. Plus the guys select their top recommended 4K & Blu-ray releases to help you with your purchasing choices for this...
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Does The Classic Fury Road NEED The Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Prequel?
The Movies Team takes a deep dive into Furiosa, the latest entry in the Mad Max franchise and asks whether it misses the iconic central character, whether the 'A Mad Max Saga' subtitle is necessary, and where the film succeeds and fails. Plus the guys select their recommended TV shows and movies...
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TV vs. Projector: Which is BEST For Your Viewing Room?
We look at the differences between Screening Rooms, Home Cinemas and Media Rooms and discuss which you should go for when designing your project and how each might affect your video chain choices. Plus, now that huge TV screens are a viable alternative to a projector for your home cinema, which...
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Hisense 2024 TV Line-up. Are GIANT TVs the FUTURE of Home Entertainment?
On this episode, we interview guest Rob Andrews, Head of Strategy and Go To Market from Hisense, who tells us about the company's TV line-up for 2024 and its overall plans for the TV market going forward. Plus, as prices edge further downwards and more models become available, we look into…
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Integrated Amplifiers: Simple vs Smart - Which is RIGHT For You?
We look at integrated amplifiers and whether it's best to opt for a simple or smart model. We ask why they are so popular, what are the features you should be considering for your own Hi-Fi system? Plus, do you actually need one and what are the alternatives? We also have special guest Ashton...
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The HARDEST Decision: What Game to Play Next?
On our sophomore edition of the AVForums Gaming Podcast, we look at the factors that get you excited about playing a game. From genre preferences to the platform on which you like to play, and whether you prefer a lengthy immersive dip into a long running campaign or a short online run-and-gun...
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Do Disc EXTRAS ADD To The Movie Experience?
We examine the value of disc Extras. Do the documentaries, interviews behind the scenes EPKs and commentaries that chart the journey a movie has taken to get to the screen enhance the film experience or just prove to be a time suck filled with unnecessary info? And what about off-disc extras such...
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Has Marketing RUINED Movies?
Is the marketing of movies part of the problem with modern cinema? This episode sees the team discuss movie and TV marketing in the internet age including how the audience experience is affected by bad trailers, misleading interview comments and, occasionally, no promotion at all! Plus the guys...
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How To Choose The BEST SPEAKERS For Your Home Cinema Space
Floorstanders, standmounts, sub/sats, in-wall - which speaker approach is best for your AV project? On this episode of the Home AV Podcast we look at how to go about deciding on your home theater speaker setup including; how important the design phase is in informing this choice; and whether you...
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Is The TV Market SHRINKING in 2024?
We interview Paul Gray from Omdia who tells us what his research shows about the current winners and losers in the TV market. He pulls back the curtain on the future of OLED TVs and why MicroLED is taking so long to appear in consumer television sets. Plus he explains why there are likely to be...
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Audiophile Dilemma: QUALITY vs COST
Does build quality and materials matter to you when choosing your Hi-Fi equipment or is it all about the sound quality? Phil and Ed delve into the subject and invite your thoughts and comments.
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The ULTIMATE 4K Blu-ray Movie Wishlist
Now that Aliens, True Lies and The Abyss are finally available on 4K, what are the UHD discs that we're most looking forward to? Will The Terminator have James Cameron’s now signature 4K look? Is Civil War the most mainstream upcoming release and what's on offer for completists, collectors and…
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The AVForums podcast brings you the latest TV, home theater, hi-fi, tech, movie and gaming news, plus special features, interviews and show reports from the world of audio visual home entertainment
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