Episodes
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Episode 77 | San Diego Comic Con 2022
San Diego Comic Con 2022 left us with our jaws on the floor! Join Robert, Jordan, and Joe as we discuss our thoughts and initial reactions to most of the fun revealed at this year’s SDCC! We run through a few trailers that were shown, including Black Adam, Shazam: Fury of the Gods, Netflix’s...
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Episode 76 | Stranger Things 4
“How do you expect to stop the devil if you don't believe he's real?” Robert, Jordan, and Sarah return to bring you their breakdown of Stranger Things 4! We go into what worked for us, what didn't, and theorize where the Duffer Brothers will go next in the fifth and final season. Robert lays out...
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Episode 75 | Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
“Did we just turn into paint in one universe?” Robert, Jordan, and Joe return after a few weeks off to breakdown the latest Phase 4 MCU film, "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Benedict Wong, and Xochitl Gomez. Directed by Sam Raimi, and...
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Episode 74 | The Batman
“If you are justice, please do not lie. What is the price for your blind eye?” Robert, Jordan, Joe and Paul return to breakdown their thoughts on "The Batman" directed by Matt Reeves, starring Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Jeffrey Wright, Paul Dano, and Colin Farrell. We give our initial…
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Episode 73 | Nightmare Alley
“Step right up and behold one of the unexplained mysteries of the universe! Is he a man or beast?” Robert, Jordan, Joe and Sarah return to bring you their thoughts on "Nightmare Alley", the latest movie from esteemed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. We compare this film to del Toro's other work…
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Episode 72 | 24 - S1E1
“The following takes place between 12AM and 1AM on the day of the California Presidential Primary. Events occur in real time.” Robert, Jordan, and Joe return in our 72nd episode of the podcast to bring you a brand new episode in the S1E1 series. We traveled back to 2001 to watch the very first...
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Episode 71 | Scream (1996)
“Do you like scary movies?” Robert, Jordan, and Sarah are back to discuss the 1996 slasher "Scream"! Directed by Wes Craven, Scream would go on to completely revitalize the genre and even got a few sequels out of it. So with the recent release of the fifth installment, the Pop Kannon crew decided...
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Episode 70 | Hawkeye
“I'm not here to ruin anything. I'm just going to kill Barton, have some appetizers, and then I'll go.” Robert, Jordan, and Joe return with the first episode of 2022! We decided to spill our guts about the Disney+ Series; Hawkeye. We discuss a variety of topics that cover the entire season,...
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Episode 69 | Spider-Man No Way Home
“Wait, it's just MATH?!” Robert, Jordan, and Joe are back for the final episode of 2021 to break down their thoughts on the web-head's latest adventure in the MCU! The much-anticipated finale of the "Home" trilogy has been released to the world, and boy, do WE HAVE A LOT TO SAY. *SPOILER-FILLED...
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Episode 68 | Who Framed Roger Rabbit
“I’m not bad. I’m just drawn that way.” Since everyone is talking about Multiversal possibilities, we decided to travel back in time to 1988 and watch the original Disney and Warner Bros. crossover event; “Who Framed Roger Rabbit”! Jordan, Robert, Paul and Joe gush about the groundbreaking film...
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Episode 67 | Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Retrospective
"Alas, earwax!" Travel back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as the Pop Kannon crew looks at "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" and discuss the overall franchise 20 years later! Join Robert, Jordan, Sarah and Joe for a fun discussion about 20 years of Harry Potter films, the...
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Episode 66 | Eternals
"Are you sure you want to do that, Mr Whitman?" Marvel's Eternals have finally made their appearance in the massive Marvel Cinematic Universe. Robert, Jordan, and Joe ventured out to their theaters to check it out, and in the 66th episode of Pop Kannon, the guys spill their guts about the 7,000...
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Episode 65 | Dune (2021)
"I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration." Part ONE of Denis Villeneuve's "DUNE" has taken over theaters and HBOMax and this week on Pop Kannon, Joe, Jordan and Robert gave it a watch and give their thoughts on this massive sci-fi epic.…
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Episode 64 | Poltergeist (1982)
"They're hereeeeee." Pop Kannon is back for another fan's choice episode from the Collective, and we decided to get a little spooky with this one! "Poltergeist" was released in 1982 and has since become one of the most beloved horror films of all time. Join Jordan, Robert, Sarah and Joe as we...
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Episode 63 | The Sopranos - S1E1
"So what? No fuckin' ziti now?" With the release of the prequel film "The Many Saints of Newark: A Sopranos Story" upon us, we decided now would be the best time to go all the way back to the year 1999 and continue our S1E1 series with THE SOPRANOS. Join us as Robert, Jordan and Sarah discuss the...
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Episode 62 | Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
"I know you don't like to talk about your life, but a guy with a freaking MACHETE FOR AN ARM just chopped our bus in half!" The Summer of Marvel continues! Join Robert, Jordan, and Joe as they discuss the highs and lows of "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings". We dissect the spectacular...
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Episode 61 | The Fifth Element
"Yes, she knows it's a Multipass. Anyway, we're in love." The Pop Kannon Collective has spoken and voted for THIS VERY EPISODE! Join Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe as they take a trip back to 1997 and revisit the Luc Besson film; "THE FIFTH ELEMENT"! We dissect the film and reminisce on our first...
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Episode 60 | The Suicide Squad
"If I die 'cause I gambled on love, it will be a worthy death." Join Robert, Jordan, Joe and Paul to discuss the latest DC Film from the visionary Director James Gunn! Like Starro, "The Suicide Squad" has been unleashed upon the world via HBOMax and in theaters. We discuss the plot, the massive...
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Episode 59 | Loki - Season 1
"You can't get to the end until you've been changed by the journey." Season 1 of "Loki" has wrapped up on Disney+ and has forever changed things going forward. Join Robert, Jordan and Joe as they talk about the entire 6-episode season and what it did for the character. We discuss our initial...
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Episode 58 | Black Widow
"Before I was an Avenger, I made mistakes... and a lot of enemies." Marvel recently returned to the big screen with "Black Widow", so Robert, Jordan and Joe are here to have an honest talk about the latest entry in the MCU. We discuss our expectations going into it, how the film uses "throwaway"...
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Episode 57 | Freaks and Geeks - S1E1
"You need to find your reason for living, man. You've got to find, your big, just gigantic drum kit, you know?" Travel back to the year 1980 with Robert, Jordan, Sarah and Joe as we review the pilot episode of "FREAKS AND GEEKS" on a special S1E1! We discuss the incredible cast of the short-lived...
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Episode 56 | The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
"The only power I have is that I believe we can do better." It's Wednesday and that means Episode 56 is here! Robert, Jordan, and Joe are breaking down the Disney+ Series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier". We discuss the legacy of Captain America with Sam Wilson on the big screen, the tragic...
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Episode 55 | Army of the Dead
"It is by going down into the abyss where we recover the treasures of life. Where you stumble, there lies your treasure." Episode 55 is here and Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe are discussing the latest Zack Snyder film for Netflix... "Army of the Dead"! We discuss this interesting take on the…
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Episode 54 | Mortal Kombat
"GET OVER HERE" and listen to what Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe think of the new "Mortal Kombat" film from Warner Bros.! We discuss an array of topics, including if we feel the game's source material successfully translates to film. Did we like the movie's original character, Cole? We ponder if...
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Episode 53 | Godzilla vs. Kong
"LET THEM (TALK ABOUT) FIGHT(ING)!" In the latest installment of Pop Kannon, Robert and Jordan are joined by Paul and Joe to chat about the latest "Monsterverse" film! We talk about the human element, the incorporation of the Hollow Earth, the scope of this film compared to previous films, and…
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Episode 52 | Zack Snyder's Justice League
"LOOK! UP IN THE SKY! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's the NEW (episode) 52 of Pop Kannon!" Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe give their thoughts on the heavily anticipated 4-hour cut of Justice League; Directed by Zack Snyder! We discuss our opinions on the massive story beats, the benefits of…
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Episode 51 | WandaVision
In the 51st installment of Pop Kannon, Robert, Jordan, and Joe give their thoughts on the Disney+ Series WandaVision! We heap praise on Elizabeth Olsen's performance(s), break down the importance of Malcom in the Middle, the decisions regarding certain story choices, the inclusion of smaller...
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Episode 50 | Wonder Woman 1984
Pop Kannon returns with our 50th episode AND our first episode of 2021! On this installment, Robert and Jordan are joined by Sarah and Paul to discuss their thoughts about WONDER WOMAN 1984! We dissect the plot of the film, as well as take a look at the characters, their motivations, their...
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Episode 49 | Christmas Vacation
In this episode, Robert and Jordan sit down for a cozy fireside chat to discuss the winner of the Greatest Holiday Movie Tournament - Christmas Vacation! We share our favorite moments from the film, the impact it has on our own family Christmases, and why we agree with it winning. And speaking of...
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Episode 48 | Supernatural S1E1
In Episode 48, we return to our S1E1 series! Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Sarah to look back at the pilot episode of "Supernatural"! We discuss everyone's experiences with the show, who HASN'T seen it, what their opinions of the first episode were, will they continue watching the show,...
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Episode 47 | John Carpenter's Halloween (1978)
Episode 47 is here and Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Paul to look back at a little independent film from 1978 titled "Halloween"! We talk about the legacy of the Halloween Franchise and what it means to each of us, the performances, the direction, the lighting, the lore created in...
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Episode 46 | The Invisible Man
In this episode, Robert and Jordan are joined by Sarah and Joe to talk about The Invisible Man (2020)! We marvel over Elizabeth Moss' incredible performance and discuss the use of negative space in certain shots. We also dig into the sci-fi elements, the sound design, if the film was successful…
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Episode 45 | DC FanDome
This week Robert, Jordan, Joe, and Paul enter the DC FanDome to breakdown ALL the big news from the event. We discuss everything, including WW84, Gotham Knights, The Suicide Squad, The Snyder Cut, Black Adam, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, and The Batman. We also dig into DC’s Multiverse...
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Episode 44 | Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice - Ultimate Edition
This week, Robert, Jordan, Joe and Paul go for a deep dive into 2016’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition). We compare the Ultimate Edition to the Theatrical Cut, dissect the performances and portrayals of the main characters, and discuss all of the action! We don’t stop there,...
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Episode 43 | Man of Steel
This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Paul to discuss Zack Snyder's 2013 Superman film "Man of Steel". We discuss the characters, the performances, we dissect the plot and talk controversies surrounding the film that ultimately kicked off the DCEU. All this and more in Episode 43! If...
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Episode 42 | Uncut Gems
This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Sarah to discuss the Safdie Brothers film "Uncut Gems". We talk about the successful way they built the tension, the characters, and how a modern Jewish family was portrayed. We also dig into Adam Sandler’s incredible performance, and how even in…
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Episode 41 | Westworld Season 3
This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe to discuss the entire third season of the HBO series, Westworld. The guys talk about the overall season-long narrative, the characters' motivations, the twists, the big bad, the easter eggs, what Season 4 has to offer and everything in between! If...
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Episode 40 | Extraction
This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe (Ep. 9 - Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse) to discuss the Netflix Original Film, Extraction. The guys talk about whether or not the story holds itself up to the action in the film, their favorite action sequences, and the camera work. We also break...
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Episode 39 | The Lighthouse
Robert, Jordan, Sarah, and Paul got together to break down Robert Eggers's The Lighthouse, starring Robert Pattinson & Willem Dafoe. We discuss the acting performances, the cinematography, and the plot. We dig into some of the thematic elements and make some connections to literary works that we...
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Episode 38 | Locke & Key
In this episode, Robert, Jordan, and special guest Sarah (of Fairy Tall Tales, previously guested on our It Chapter 2 review) got together to discuss Season 1 of Netflix's Locke & Key. We break down all of the keys, our favorite concepts, and the mythology, or lack thereof. We also talk about the...
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Episode 37 | Jay & Silent Bob Reboot
Snoochie Boochies! In this episode, Robert and Jordan sat down to discuss Kevin Smith's recent film, Jay & Silent Bob Reboot! We break down our favorite scenes, jokes, and cameos from throughout the movie. We also chat about Kevin Smith's other films and the ViewAskewniverse as a whole! The film…
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Episode 36 | Disney/Pixar's Onward
This episode features Robert, Jordan, Andrew, and Brian getting together to talk all about the Disney/Pixar film Onward! The guys discuss their favorite scenes and characters, the worldbuilding, and the heartwarming story. We also dig into why certain elements of the film made us super emotional,...
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Episode 35 | S1E1 Dexter
Pop Kannon's 5th installment of the S1E1 series is all about Dexter! The Robert, Jordan, Andrew, and special guest Paul dig into everything they liked about this pilot, from the characters, to the writing and dialogue, to the plot. We make a few minor nitpicks, too. For this one, it was even…
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Episode 34 | Birds of Prey
Pop Kannon returns and in this episode Robert, Jordan, and Brian discuss what they thought of Birds of Prey & The Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn! We break down what worked, what didn't, the script, the acting performances, the action, and even the future of the DCEU! So, strap in…
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Episode 33 | 1917
This week Robert, Jordan, and Brian are joined by special guest Paul (MidSommar, It Chapter 2) to review the Golden Globe winning, Academy Award nominated film 1917, directed by Sam Mendes. We discuss the staggering technical achievements of the film, as well as our favorite moments, the story…
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Episode 32 | The Witcher Season 1
The guys are back in Episode 32 and we are talking all about The Witcher Season 1! We discuss our favorite episodes, scenes, and characters! We also express our issues regarding the show's timeline, and a few other nitpicks. Check it out for yourself and let us know if you agree or disagree. Be...
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Episode 31 | HBO's Watchmen Review
For our first episode of the new year, we dive deep into HBO's Watchmen series! We discuss our favorite episodes, scenes, and characters. We also make connections to Watchmen by Alan Moore, whether or not you can simply watch the Zack Snyder film before viewing this, as well as discuss the...
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Episode 30 | Christmas Lists 2019
We are back for our last episode of 2019 with a little bit of a change-up! In this one, the guys made Top 5 lists for five different categories: Netflix Original Series, Disney/Pixar films, Childhood TV, Marvel Cinematic Universe films, and Christmas Songs. Along the way, we share some of our...
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Episode 29 | Disney / Pixar's Coco Review
This week, the guys gathered around the Thanksgiving table to review and react to the Disney / Pixar film Coco! We discuss the stunning visuals, the heartwarming story, and break down our favorite scenes from the film. And of course, we have to talk about the music in the movie! If you enjoyed...
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Episode 28 | Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Review
This week, the guys sat down to discuss what is widely regarded as one of the best Batman films of all time: Mask of the Phantasm! We talk about our favorite scenes, what we remember from the initial release over Christmas 1993, and then subsequently talk Batman: The Animated Series as a whole!…
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