Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent
by Johnathan Fuentes
Are you tired of searching for a podcast that covers all your favorite entertainment topics like comics, TV shows, video games, anime, and movies? Then, look no further than Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent! Our podcast is the ultimate source of all things entertainment. We discuss the latest happenings, provide in-depth reviews of all things nerdy, and talk about the most pressing issues among the nerd community. Whether you're a fan of comics, anime, movies, TV shows, or video games, our podcast will keep you informed and up-to-date with everything happening in the world of entertainment. So, why wait? Join me, Johnny Fuent, and let's dive into each topic together!
Episodes
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Top Ten Spooky Season Essentials
Who says horror is just about movies? With Halloween right around the corner, I thought I'd share some of my favorite horror recommendations that go beyond the big screen. This week on Fuent Chat, I'm counting down my Top Ten Horror Picks for Spooky Season! We're talking movies, video games,...
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Resident Evil 2026 Movie Review
It’s spooky season, so what better time to talk about Resident Evil? This week on Fuent Chat, I’m diving into the newest Resident Evil movie and talking about what it got right, what I wasn’t a fan of, and why this might be one of the better attempts at bringing the games to the big screen. From...
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Coyote Vs Acme Review
This week on Fuent Chat, we’re talking about Coyote vs. Acme and the crazy journey this movie took just to finally get released. From WB shelving the movie for a tax write-off, to the backlash that followed, and Ketchup Entertainment eventually stepping in to save it, there is a lot that happened...
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Interview with Theocles
What does it really take to turn a passion for music into something bigger? This week, I sit down with Theocles to talk about his journey from starting out solo to finding his place in bands, creating his own sound, and continuing to evolve as an artist. We get into the stories behind his music,...
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Avengers: Doomsday – The Road to Secret Wars
With Avengers: Doomsday getting closer, there are still plenty of questions about how Marvel plans to bring the Multiverse Saga to an end. This week, I’m looking back at the comics that inspired the story, from the Incursions and the Illuminati to Doctor Doom’s role in the destruction of the...
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Odyssey Movie Review
Christopher Nolan takes on one of the greatest stories ever told, but does The Odyssey live up to the legend? This week, I break down what worked, what didn't, and the surprising changes Nolan made to bring the classic Greek epic to the big screen. From incredible practical effects and standout...
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Interview with Wülf Boi
On this week's episode of Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent, we're joined by Wülf Boi, only the second music guest to ever be on the podcast and one of the most recognizable names in Nerdcore. We talk about how he got his start in music, what led him to Nerdcore, the ups and downs he's faced…
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America’s 250th with DC’s Uncle Sam
This week on Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent, I’m celebrating America’s 250th with a look at one of DC’s strangest characters: Uncle Sam. I break down where the symbol of Uncle Sam actually came from, how DC turned him into a comic book hero, and the wild history behind one of the most unexpected...
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The Amazing Digital Circus Finale Review
One pilot episode. Hundreds of millions of views. A theater release. And an indie studio that suddenly had Hollywood paying attention. This week, I'm taking a deep dive into The Amazing Digital Circus, the web series that became one of the biggest animation success stories of the decade. We'll...
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Invincible vs Vox Machina
Invincible vs The Legend of Vox Machina. Two of Amazon’s biggest animated shows, but when it comes to the animation, fans cannot stop going back and forth over which one actually does it better. One series delivers brutal superhero destruction and comic-book realism, while the other goes full...
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Tears of the Azure Sea Review
This week, I’m reviewing That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tears of the Azure Sea, and somehow… Gobta ended up being the MVP of the entire movie. What started off feeling like another random non-canon anime film actually turned into a surprisingly fun ride with better stakes, solid action,...
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Anime vs Live Action
Live-action anime adaptations have been attempted for decades… and let’s just say the results have been all over the place. In this episode, we dive into the long history of studios trying to bring anime to live action, from early experimental TV shows in the 1960s to modern streaming…
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MEGACON 2026 Review
I finally made my way back to one of the biggest conventions of the year, and I’m breaking down my full experience at MegaCon 2026. From meeting some absolute legends and sitting in on some really fun panels, to dealing with confusing layouts, long lines, and a few things that honestly made no...
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Resident Evil Requiem Spoiler Review
One of survival horror’s biggest franchises is back, and this latest entry might already be a serious contender for Game of the Year. In this episode, I dive deep into the story, the gameplay, and the major revelations behind the newest chapter in the Resident Evil saga. This is a full spoiler...
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Born in Books, Made for Movies
Stories don’t start on the big screen. They start on the page. In this episode, we explore how books became Hollywood’s most valuable source material, from the earliest silent adaptations to the blockbuster franchises and streaming universes shaping entertainment today. We break down how studios...
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Chasing Nostalgia
Nostalgia is powerful. It can make a theme park feel endless, a game feel legendary, and a reboot feel like a homecoming. But what happens when we go back? This week, I’m breaking down my return to Universal, the modern Disney experience, and why nostalgia sometimes feels magical… and sometimes...
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Interview With The Gentleman From Hell
The new season of Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent kicks off with a bang as I sit down with Mark Anzalone, the writer and creator of the hit audio drama The Gentleman From Hell Podcast. We dive into what inspired the series, how the world of Mithidica was built, and the creative decisions that shaped...
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Santa Claus in Marvel & DC
Since it’s the holidays, I wanted to do something fun—and what’s more fun than Santa Claus in comic books? This episode dives into the absolutely unhinged versions of Santa that pop up in Marvel and DC, from Marvel making him absurdly powerful to DC fully embracing him as a magical being who...
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Interview with ASTRX*
On today’s episode of Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent, we’re doing something I’ve somehow never done before: bringing on a music artist. After talking to animators, writers, voice actors, company presidents, and everyone in between… It’s about time. And we’re starting strong with ASTRX*, one of the...
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Doctor Who: From Cinematic to… BBC Again
This week, we’re talking about the very sudden shift in Doctor Who’s future because apparently the TARDIS just went from Marvel-budget luxury to “we have CGI at home.” After the Disney partnership quietly exited stage left, the show’s heading back to the BBC’s classic bargain-bin creative era.…
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Pokémon Legends: Nine Generations Later
So we’re nine generations in… and honestly, you can feel it. In this episode, I’m breaking down how Pokémon went from a creative passion project to a nonstop grind that’s starting to show the cracks. From the early days of Game Freak nearly going broke making Red and Green, to now reusing the…
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Marvel Zombies Review
In this Halloween-season episode, we’re diving deep into the blood-soaked pages and screens of Marvel Zombies! From its shocking comic origins in Ultimate Fantastic Four to its latest undead resurrection in the MCU’s “What If…?” universe, we explore how one wild idea turned Marvel’s greatest…
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From Merger to Mayhem: The Warner Bros. Discovery Collapse
In this episode, I unravel the chaotic rise and fall of Warner Bros. Discovery, a corporate “marriage” built on billions in debt, endless cost-cutting, and shocking creative casualties. From the legendary beginnings of Warner Bros. to Discovery’s rapid ascent, we trace how two media giants...
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Skydance and Paramount: The Future Rewritten
The Paramount–Skydance merger isn’t just another Hollywood headline—it’s the plot twist that could redefine the future of fandom. From Star Trek’s next warp jump to SpongeBob’s underwater empire, and even the world of Avatar, every franchise is about to feel the ripple. In this episode, we dig…
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The Pixar Shift
Something changed — and we all felt it. This week, I’m diving into the rise, fall, and slow transformation of Pixar. From the raw emotion of Toy Story and Up to the identity crisis behind Turning Red, Elio, and beyond, we’re breaking down how the studio that made us feel everything started…
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Zombie Imposters: Resident Evil and 28 Days Later
Everyone calls Resident Evil and 28 Days Later zombie franchises, but are they really? This week, I’m breaking down why that’s not true, from the viruses, parasites, and rage-fueled infections driving the chaos to why the undead are barely part of the story. If you’ve ever lumped these two series...
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Rye-Luff 4
For this week’s episode, I’m excited to share something incredibly special—a project I’ve been quietly working on for the past few months with an amazing team. This is the pilot episode of my upcoming sci-fi horror audio drama: Rye-Luff 4. A planet left in silence. A colony that never responded....
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Predator and Doctor Who Review
Aliens, time travel, and a twist that might break the fandom. This week, I’m tackling Predator: Killer of Killers—and no, I’m not just recapping it. I’m digging into what the new Predator variants mean for the lore, which hunts actually made sense, and why one Predator was basically a walking L....
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Epic The Musical Review
In this episode, I dive into Epic the Musical—a bold, genre-defying retelling of Homer’s Odyssey that fuses anime energy, video game progression, and raw emotion into a sung-through journey like no other. We’re talking gods, monsters, betrayal, and beats that hit harder than a Poseidon tantrum....
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Thunderbolts Review
This week, I’m diving into Marvel’s Thunderbolts—the good, the bad, and the Sentry. From comic history to the wild turns this movie takes, I’m breaking down what worked, what caught me off guard, and why this team of broken anti-heroes might actually be Marvel’s best lineup in years. Plus, I…
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Star Wars 2025: The Rebuild Begins
In this May the 4th episode, we’re heading straight into hyperspace. From Darth Maul’s dark return to the Mandalorian & Grogu movie and anime Jedi tales, I’m breaking down the biggest reveals from Star Wars Celebration. Plus, quick hits on Predator: Badlands, Love, Death & Robots, and a horror...
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Black Panther vs Predator Review
In this week’s episode, I’m diving into the newest Marvel crossover—Black Panther vs Predator. It’s a bold concept that should’ve been a knockout… but there’s more to it than that. I also share my experience at Mack Rock, a DIY music fest full of indie bands, underground documentaries, and one...
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The War on 2D animation
In this episode, I’m diving into a battle that’s been quietly raging in the background of Hollywood—the slow death of 2D animation in American cinema. While Europe and Asia keep the art form alive and thriving, U.S. studios are pushing 3D animation harder than ever. We’ll break down how the…
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Monster Hunter Wilds Review
In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down Monster Hunter Wilds—the game I’ve been hooked on lately. From its open-world setup to smoother combat and all the upgrades in between, I’m giving you the real rundown on whether this one’s worth your time. Before we get to the hunt, we’ve got some Nerd...
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Brave New World: MCU’s Latest Mess or a Step Forward
This week, we’re diving into Captain America: Brave New World—a movie that had a lot riding on it but ended up feeling more like a Hulk movie with Cap just thrown in. I’ll break down what worked, what absolutely didn’t, and why this film left me scratching my head. But that’s not all—Marvel and…
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Interview with Englewood After Dark
In this week's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Hannah Brown, the Co-creator of the amazing Audio Drama Englewood After Dark, a Horror Drama podcast that follows Finn Nightingale and Eve Pemberly as they uncover the many secrets lurking on the haunted campus of Englewood University....
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Assassins Creed Shadows Controversy
Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is shaking things up, but is it rewriting history in the process? Set during Japan’s Azuchi-Momoyama period, the game features Yasuke, a figure reportedly known as Japan’s first Black samurai—but was he truly a samurai, or is this just speculation? In this...
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Microtransactions: The Hidden Cost of Gaming
Microtransactions have completely changed the way we game, but are they worth the price we’re paying? This week, I’m diving into how they’ve evolved, why they’re so addictive, and the impact they’ve had on gaming as a whole. From their humble beginnings to becoming a major force in the industry,...
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Winter Anime 2025
This winter, I'm diving headfirst into some of the most epic anime out there—and I’m breaking down exactly why they’re on my watchlist! From the brutal intensity of Solo Leveling to the wild twists of Fate/Strange Fake and the vibrant adventure of Dragon Ball Daima, these shows have me hooked....
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Secret Level Review
For our season finale, we’re taking a deep dive into 'Secret Level,' the show every gamer has been waiting for. How well do you know your game lore? Join me as we explore each episode, testing our knowledge against the changes made for the screen. Did Tim Miller manage to recreate the magic of...
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Into James Gunn's DC Universe
This week, gear up for a whirlwind tour of DC's new universe under James Gunn! We’re comparing the old and new—what’s sticking around from the DCEU and how Gunn's vision is shaking things up compared to Zack Snyder's. Ready for some superhero-sized changes? Tune in now!
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Epic Showdown: The Race for 2024's Game of the Year
Get ready for a blockbuster episode as we plunge into the epicenter of the gaming industry’s most prestigious battle: the 2024 Game of the Year awards! This week, we're unraveling the layers of excitement and controversy—from Ubisoft’s unexpected game cancellations and massive layoffs to the...
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Thanksgiving’s Top 10 Movie Picks
As Thanksgiving nears, join me for a dive into the cozy, quirky world of Thanksgiving cinema! From animated turkey time travel to iconic holiday rom-coms, this countdown features the top 10 must-watch Thanksgiving movies that set the perfect tone for the season. Whether you’re craving a laugh, a...
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Manga vs. Comics: A One-Sided Battle
Ever wonder why everyone’s reaching for manga instead of classic comics? In this episode, we break down the wild shift that has manga flying off the shelves while comics struggle to keep up. From fresh, relatable stories to genres for every taste, we’ll dig into why manga’s winning hearts...
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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Review
For today’s episode, we’re diving into Sparking Zero, the latest Dragon Ball game that’s been a total ride! From heart-pounding battles and unique character styles to some glitches that might just drive you up the wall, I’m breaking down what makes this game a blast—and where it stumbles. And if...
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Interview with Monica Wolfkill
For this week’s episode, I have the honor of interviewing Monica Wolfkill, a talented actress known for her powerful performances in theater, movies, and, most recently, her role as Julia in Oakbridge. Join us as Monica shares her journey into acting, insights from her early career, and what it...
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A Franchise Divided: The Rights to Fear
In this spine-tingling episode, we crack open the courtroom case that shook an iconic horror franchise to its core. Behind the screams lies a fierce legal battle over who truly owns the terror that has haunted our nightmares for decades. Discover the shocking twists that left the future of a...
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Your Top 10 Halloween Movie Countdown!
Get into the Halloween spirit with a festive countdown of my all-time favorite movies that perfectly capture the essence of the season! From playful tricks and nostalgic thrills to supernatural surprises, this episode celebrates the magic, mystery, and fun that make Halloween so special. Whether...
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Queen City Magic: A Weekend of Wizardry, Wonder, and a Few Hiccups
In this week’s episode, I dive into my birthday adventure at Queen City Magic—a Harry Potter festival full of both spellbinding moments and surprising misfires. From sipping Butterbeer in Hogsmeade to navigating confusing maps and underwhelming events, this weekend was anything but ordinary. Was…
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About this show
Are you tired of searching for a podcast that covers all your favorite entertainment topics like comics, TV shows, video games, anime, and movies? Then, look no further than Fuent Chat with Johnny Fuent! Our podcast is the ultimate source of all things entertainment. We discuss the latest happenings, provide in-depth reviews of all things nerdy, and talk about the most pressing issues among the nerd community. Whether you're a fan of comics, anime, movies, TV shows, or video games, our podcast will keep you informed and up-to-date with everything happening in the world of entertainment. So, why wait? Join me, Johnny Fuent, and let's dive into each topic together!
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Johnathan Fuentes