SPDM Crew

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into the full directorial story of Josh Trank — from his acclaimed found footage superhero debut to one of Hollywood's most infamous production disasters:🎬 Films Discussed:Chronicle (2012) — Josh Trank's groundbreaking found footage superhero film starring Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell & Michael B. Jordan — a genre-defining indie that launched careersFantastic Four (2015) — the notoriously troubled Marvel reboot starring Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan & Jamie Bell — one of the most talked-about box office bombs in superhero movie historyThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning superhero cinema, indie film, and Hollywood history across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.Jeff Alan — photographer, filmmaker & film/TV reviewer: 🌐 Portfolio & Contact Available for photography and videography — check out his portfolio!🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, Danny can’t be here. He was chosen by a green ring and flew off world for training. He will return next week with some insight on power rings. so Brian flies solo. Plus the usual pulls, new releases, and comic shop talk for August 26th!📦 This Week's Topics:📚 What we're currently reading and enjoying👀 Upcoming comics we're excited about📋 FOC (Final Order Cutoff) report🆕 New #1 issues out today — August 26th🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on Popcorn & Perspective, Chantal and Chris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) break down the summer movie season's biggest hits and misses before diving deep into their main topic — movies that were supposed to become franchises but never got a sequel: One and Done!🎬 One and Done — Movies That Never Got Their Sequel🎬 Summer Movie Season — Hits & Misses📺 What Chantal and Chris are watchingChantal — cinephile and film writer:🐦 X | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopChris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) — avid film lover:🎵 TikTok | 🐦 X | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Subscribe to the Popcorn & Perspective podcast feedQuestions, topic ideas, or want to be a guest? 📧 [email protected] | 📧 [email protected] to collaborate or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | BlueskyLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Screen Time with KerbRider, host Adam Ritchie sits down with Richard Johnson to talk about his physical media collection and the four films that made him fall in love with movies.🎬 Topics Covered:Richard's physical media collection updates The four films that made Richard fall in love with movies — a personal origin story every film fan will relate toFollow Richard on Instagram for the latest with his movie collectionAdam Ritchie — host of Screen Time with KerbRider, co-host of The Super Fun Happy Horror Hour and The Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew:📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd📲 Follow Screen Time with KerbRider on Instagram 🎙️ Subscribe to the Screen Time with KerbRider podcast feedWant to talk screen favorites or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | BlueskyLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Family Movie Night, Mike Hilty talks Minions and Laika🎬 What We Discussed:Opening Topic: Wildwood trailer BreakdownFull reaction of the Wildwood movie trailerMovie: Minions & Monsters (2026)Anticipation level for another Minions movieWhat he liked, didn't like, and learned from the movie?One Last Thing: Laika moviesMike shares his ranking of his favorite Laika moviesMike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) to explore one of the most influential French crime films ever made — Le Samouraï (1967), director Jean-Pierre Melville's masterpiece of neo-noir cinema starring Alain Delon!🎬 Film Discussed:Le Samouraï (1967) — directed by Jean-Pierre MelvilleStarring Alain DelonGenre: French Neo-Noir / Crime Thriller / Classic World CinemaOne of the most influential crime films in cinema history — a direct inspiration for The Driver, Ghost Dog, John Wick and countless othersShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAdam Ritchie (KerbRider) — host of Screen Time with KerbRider, co-host of The Cinematic Wasteland: 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd | 📸 KerbSide Collections Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two powerful dramas starring Marion Cotillard from the acclaimed Dardenne Brothers and Jacques Audiard:🎬 Films Discussed:Two Days, One Night (2014) — directed by Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne — Marion Cotillard delivers an Oscar-nominated performance as a factory worker fighting to save her jobRust and Bone (2012) — directed by Jacques Audiard — Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts in a raw and devastating French drama about survival and human connectionThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning European cinema, arthouse drama, and world film across every era.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.Luke Burian — film writer, blogger & podcaster: 🌐 Lost in Movies | ✍️ SiftPop | 🎙️ Flix and Chill | 🎙️ The Cinematic Wasteland | 🎙️ SiftPop Writers' Room 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week the guys break down the highly anticipated Lanterns HBO series, all the biggest D23 2025 announcements, plus the usual pulls, new releases, and comic shop talk for August 19th!📦 This Week's Topics:Lanterns — reaction and discussion on the upcoming DC Universe Lanterns HBO show and what it means for the future of DC televisionD23 2025 Announcements — breaking down the biggest reveals from Disney's D23 Expo including Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, and Pixar announcements📚 What we're currently reading and enjoying👀 Upcoming comics we're excited about📋 FOC (Final Order Cutoff) report🆕 New #1 issues out today — August 19th🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This month on The Wasteland Spotlight, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew member and SiftPop contributor Patrice Downing to set sail with the theme "Boats!" — four films spanning decades of nautical comedy, adventure, and seafaring chaos:🎬 Films Discussed:Operation Petticoat (1959) — starring Cary Grant & Tony Curtis — a classic naval comedy from director Blake EdwardsPuss 'n' Boats (1966) — the Hanna-Barbera animated short featuring Tom and Jerry on the high seasSummer Rental (1985) — starring John Candy — the beloved 80s comedy about a family vacation gone hilariously wrongCaptain Ron (1992) — starring Kurt Russell & Martin Short — the ultimate sailing adventure comedy of the early 90sThe Wasteland Spotlight is a monthly themed film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest pick a theme and four films that match it — covering everything from golden age Hollywood to cult comedies across every era of cinema.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew network.Patrice Downing — film & TV writer and SPDM collaborator: ✍️ SiftPop | 🐦 X | 🎥 Letterboxd | 📺 SerializdHave a theme suggestion for The Wasteland Spotlight or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this electrifying 54th installment, Mike and Michael tackle one of the most high-octane and genre-defying musical landscapes they've ever explored on the show.We jumpstart the episode with The Art of Discovery, highlighting three groundbreaking independent acts carving out brilliant spaces in the underground metal scene:Houston, TX's ferocious, dark-tinged metalcore outfit EnthronementThe expansive, atmosphere-drenched post-rock force The Depth Beneath Us hailing from Harrisburg, PAThe crushing, relentless metal soundscapes of Cedar Falls, IA’s very own Visions Of Terror.From there, we brace ourselves for our main feature: an extensive, track-by-track dissection of the 1995 Mortal Kombat Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. Together, we analyze the sheer impact of this landmark release, breaking down how it blended techno and George S. Clinton's score into a platinum-selling phenomenon. We track the album’s wild energy from the iconic opening roar of "Techno Syndrome" to the blistering riffs of Fear Factory and KMFDM, exploring how this album defined 90s alternative culture and seared itself into our memories forever. Finally, we pivot to Michael’s Journey to explore the timeless Motown magic of The Supremes' 1964 classic, "Where Did Our Love Go." We dive into the song’s brilliant contrast between bright, foot-stomping rhythms and bittersweet lyrics, celebrate Diana Ross's soft, vulnerable vocal delivery, and share the incredible history behind how this track transformed the "No-Hit Supremes" into international superstars. Press play and join the journey through rhythm, movement, and rock history! 00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:06:33) - The Art of Discovery(00:06:58) - Enthronement "Siren"(00:10:39) - The Depth Beneath Us "Head and the Transient Love"(00:16:48) - Visions Of Terror "Phoenix Rising"(00:22:25) - Main Topic: Breaking Down the Soundtrack to the 1995 Mortal Kombat Film(01:23:13) - Question for the Audience(01:23:25) - Can't Wait(01:24:45) - Michael's Journey: Discussing The Supremes' "Where Did Our Love Go"(01:31:38) - On the Next Episode(01:32:01) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:Enthronement – “Siren”The Depth Beneath Us – “Head and the Transient Love” (from the album: “Descent”)Visions Of Terror – “Phoenix Rising” (from the album: “The Dark Triad”)OTHER BAND MENTIONS:-Protest The Hero, Bear McCreary, Alien Ant Farm, Black Sabbath, Marilyn Manson, Weezer, Dreadnought, FrontiererCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT USConnect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3zLeave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 08/09/2026

This week on Family Movie Night, Mike talks about the live action remake of the timeless classic Aladdin (2019)🎬 What We Discussed:Opening Topic: Disney Live Action Movie Announcements at D23Tangled and Stitch 2Movie: Aladdin (2019)Thoughts on the original 1992 movie and Disney's live-action movie strategyWhat I like, didn't like, and learned from the movie?One Last Thing: Aladdin SongsMike ranks all the songs from Aladdin (2019)Mike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty puts together a playlist of some of the greatest women's groups that music has to offer🎵 This Episode:The best of female vocal groups (no fictional groups so no Huntrix on this list)🎧 Listen along with the Girl Groups Mix on Apple MusicMike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty to discuss the stunning French cinema classic Manon of the Spring (1986) — the powerful sequel to Jean de Florette and one of the greatest revenge dramas in film history, directed by Claude Berri and starring Yves Montand, Daniel Auteuil & Emmanuelle Béart!🎬 Film Discussed:Manon of the Spring (1986) — directed by Claude BerriSequel to Jean de Florette (1986)Genre: French Drama / Revenge / Classic European CinemaShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.Mike Hilty — SPDM Crew creator, TV & film enthusiast: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Krishane and Zay Co-Host with Tara as Georgie stops by to discuss the Rings of Power season 1 episodes 1 and 2. Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien!Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien ContentConnect with the Guests:Krishane - https://www.threads.com/@thelastmallornZay - https://www.threads.com/@theblerdydadGeorgie - https://www.threads.com/@georgeandsuch🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Here's your SEO-optimized description under 4,000 characters:Episode Description:This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) cover three very different topics — settling into a new house, a heartfelt tribute to the late Sam Neill, and a deep conversation about how we consume media — particularly film watching habits in the modern streaming age!🎬 Topics Covered:Moving to a new house — how life changes affect your relationship with movies and mediaSam Neill — a tribute — remembering the legendary actor behind Jurassic Park, The Piano, Hunt for the Wilderpeople and so much moreHow we consume media — film watching habits, physical media vs streaming, and what it means to be a modern movie lover in 2025Luke Burian — film lover, writer & podcaster:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost✍️ SiftPop🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective | The Cinematic Wasteland | SiftPop Writers' RoomShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a double dose of peak Sylvester Stallone action from 1993:🎬 Films Discussed:Cliffhanger (1993) — directed by Renny HarlinDemolition Man (1993) — directed by Marco BrambillaThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning 90s action, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.Mike Hilty — SPDM Crew creator, TV & film enthusiast: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Episode 103 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! 📦 This Week's Topics:🎙️ Doug Wagner — writer of Yumi: 00EX, his new comic series🕷️ Spider-Man: Brand New Day 📚 Current Reads and what we're excited about📋 FOC report🆕 New #1s — August 15th🔥 Support Doug's Kickstarter - I Love Apocalyptic Zombie Misfits OGN on Kickstarter 🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow us: Facebook | X | InstagramHave a comic book recommendation? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

Hal, Kat, and Tara continue their discussion about Rings of Power hype and head-canons.Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien ContentConnect with the Guests:Hal - https://www.instagram.com/haladriel_nation/Kat - https://www.threads.com/@katfinn7🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

New friends Hal and Kat join Tara to discuss Rings of Power hype and head-canons.Tara Jo Nee is an avid Tolkien enthusiast sharing their love of Middle-earth with the world. 🌿 Linktree – More Tolkien ContentConnect with the Guests:Hal - https://www.instagram.com/haladriel_nation/Kat - https://www.threads.com/@katfinn7🎙️ Subscribe to the Tolkien on Tap podcast feed on Spotify🎨 Logo by Alida Mau — follow her work: Instagram | Threads | BlueskyEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Screen Time with KerbRider, host Adam Ritchie is joined by Shane Hoffmann (Blu Relic Hunter) for the latest physical media industry news, hot releases, and a deep dive into Adam and Shane's personal Blu-ray and 4K UHD collection updates for August 2026!🎬 Topics Covered:Physical media industry news — August 2026Latest Blu-ray and 4K UHD releases worth picking upAdam and Shane's personal collection updates — new additions, finds, and highlightsWhat's hot in the physical media collecting community right nowAdam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider and KerbRider F1, and co-host of The Cinematic Wasteland — all on the SPDM Crew network:📸 Instagram🎥 LetterboxdShane Hoffmann (Blu Relic Hunter) — physical media collector and enthusiast:📸 Instagram – Blu Relic Hunter📲 Follow Screen Time with KerbRider on Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Screen Time with KerbRider podcast feedWant to talk screen favorites with Adam or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Matt Smith picks Ghostbusters (1984) for the group to watch and discuss — the iconic supernatural comedy directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis & Sigourney Weaver that became one of the most beloved and quotable films in cinema history. Who ya gonna call?BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan.🎬 Film Discussed:Ghostbusters (1984) — directed by Ivan ReitmanStarring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis & Sigourney WeaverPicked by Matt SmithGenre: Supernatural Comedy / Action / Cult ClassicOne of the highest-grossing films of 1984 and an enduring piece of 80s pop culture🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd — nearly 200 films and counting! 🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feedBTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or question? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki LarsenLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty puts together a special playlist for baby number three's arrival while his wife was resting before labor starts🎵 This Episode:A Special DOUBLE CD of push and labor songs, most of which his wife was not pleased about🎧 Listen along with the Double Push Mix on Apple MusicMike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by poet and actor Larissa Benfey to celebrate one of the most beloved 80s comedies ever made — Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985), the feature film debut of director Tim Burton and Paul Reubens' iconic Pee-wee Herman character!🎬 Film Discussed:Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) — directed by Tim Burton (feature film directorial debut)Starring Paul Reubens as Pee-wee HermanMusic by Danny Elfman — his first collaboration with Tim BurtonGenre: 80s Comedy / Cult Classic / AdventureShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Vintage Roadshow on the SPDM Crew network.Larissa Benfey — poet, actor & creative: 🌐 Website | 🎬 IMDb | 📸 Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a deep dive into two of the most visceral and mind-bending films from the master of body horror — writer-director David Cronenberg:🎬 Films Discussed:Scanners (1981) — starring Stephen Lack & Michael Ironside — telepathy, exploding heads, and corporate conspiracyVideodrome (1983) — starring James Woods & Debbie Harry — reality, media obsession, and flesh-melding technologyThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning body horror, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Issue 102 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, the guys discuss everything that happened with wrestling events this past week📦 This Week's Topics:AEW at Masonic Temple Detroit & SummerSlam 2026 reactions FOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportWhat we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutNew #1 issues out today — August 5th 🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedInLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

The Cinematic Wasteland is where our passion for film leads you through cinema's history. This episode focuses on the year 1942 with...Film History Lesson for 1942Box Office Breakdown for 1942Breakdown of The 15th Academy AwardsThe Cinematic Wasteland Award for Best Picture, 19421942 WatchlistDiscussion of the notorious family drama from Orson Welles, The Magnificent Ambersons (1942), and the iconic Best Picture-winning WWII romance, Casablanca (1942).Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Watchlist, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew!Luke is a seasoned movie lover with my movie blog, Lost In Movies (⁠⁠⁠lostinmovies.co.uk). I am also a contributor on SiftPop and appear on the ⁠⁠⁠SiftPop Writers' Room⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Wasteland Retrospective⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠The Cinematic Wasteland⁠⁠⁠ podcasts.Adam Ritchie is the host of Screen Time with KerbRider podcast here on the SPDM Crew. Check out Adam's thoughts on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for movie updates!⁠Subscribe to The Cinematic Wasteland individual feed⁠If you're you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew,com!Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty breaks down two of the biggest sports stories right now — the 2026 MLB trade deadline winners and losers and the growing FIFA scandal over plans to take the FIFA World Cup private. Who won the deadline and what does FIFA's power grab mean for the future of soccer's biggest stage?⚾🌍 Topics Covered:MLB Trade Deadline 2026:Who were the biggest trade deadline winners?Which teams came away as trade deadline losers?Key players moved and what it means for the pennant raceFIFA World Cup Scandal:FIFA's controversial plan to take the World Cup privateWhat does privatizing the FIFA World Cup mean for fans worldwide?The ongoing FIFA corruption and governance scandal — and why it mattersMike Hilty — sports, TV & film enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Family Movie Night, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty breaks down one of the biggest stories in streaming television right now — Wonder Man Season 2 has been cancelled, and what that means for Disney's shifting strategy with both Marvel TV shows and Star Wars television on Disney+. Is the era of MCU TV oversaturation finally over?📺 Topics Covered:Wonder Man Season 2 cancellation — what went wrong and what it signalsDisney's new Marvel TV strategy — fewer shows, higher quality?Star Wars on Disney+ — how the cancellations affect the future of the galaxy far, far awayThe future of MCU television — where does Disney go from here?Mike Hilty — TV, film & streaming enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this 53rd installment, Mike and Michael tackle one of the most foundational and deeply personal musical landscapes they've ever explored on the show. We jumpstart the episode with The Art of Discovery, highlighting three groundbreaking independent acts carving out brilliant spaces in the underground metal scene:Southern California's heavy, groove-driven djent outfit Djentrified ft. Megg JacobsThe intricate, atmosphere-drenched progressive metal force Cepheidae Variable hailing from British Columbia, CanadaThe crushing, high-energy metalcore soundscapes of Michigan’s very own DriftFrom there, we brace ourselves for our main feature: an extensive, track-by-track dissection of Dream Theater’s 1992 progressive metal masterpiece, "Images and Words." Together, we analyze the sheer brilliance of this record, breaking down how the sweeping synth work of Kevin Moore and the razor-sharp riffs of John Petrucci are anchored flawlessly by the steady, rhythm-driving bass lines of John Myung and the iconic, time-shifting drumming of Mike Portnoy. Finally, we pivot to Michael’s Journey to explore the timeless emotional weight of Mike + The Mechanics' 1988 classic, "The Living Years." We dive into the song’s origins as a gospel-infused masterpiece, celebrate Paul Carrack's soulful vocal delivery, and share a deeply moving reflection on the generational bridges and unspoken words that define our relationships with our fathers. Press play and join the journey through rhythm, movement, and rock history! (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:13:16) - The Art of Discovery(00:13:46) - Djentrified (ft. Megg Jacobs) "Tear the Sun from the Sky"(00:18:32) - Cepheidae Variable "The Waiting Storm"(00:22:30) - Drift "Deceiver"(00:27:41) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Dream Theater's 1992 release, "Images and Words"(01:17:55) - Question for the Audience(01:18:06) - Can't Wait(01:19:37) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Mike + The Mechanics "The Living Years"(01:26:07) - On the Next Episode(01:26:28) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:· Djentrified (ft. Megg Jacobs) · Cepheidae Variable · Drift OTHER BAND MENTIONS:· Protest The Hero, Loathe, Haken, Bootsy Collins and Buckethead, Avenged Sevenfold, Meshuggah, Sum 41, Metallica, Bear McCreary, Mastodon, Mother Of Millions, Amon Amarth, and HatebreedCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT US· Connect With Us & Follow the Show: [https://tinyurl.com/yt48wp3z]· Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!· Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 8/1/26

This week on Family Movie Night, in anticipation of Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, Mike Hilty reviews PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021) — the big-screen adaptation of the massively popular kids' TV show featuring Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the whole PAW Patrol crew. Oh, and apparently the pups are self-aware enough to know that merchandising is their primary source of income. No spoilers, but the toy aisle will never look the same!🎬 Film Discussed:PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021) — directed by Cal BrunkerFeaturing Chase, Marshall, Skye, Rubble, Rocky & ZumaBased on the hit Nickelodeon kids' TV seriesGenre: Animated Family Film / Kids MoviePerfect for PAW Patrol fans aged 2-7 — but is it worth a family movie night?Mike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list 🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Dan Sears picks Tin Cup (1996) for the group to watch and discuss — the beloved golf romantic comedy starring Kevin Costner & Renée Russo and directed by Ron Shelton. Can a washed-up driving range pro make it to the US Open? The guys find out!BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan.🎬 Film Discussed:Tin Cup (1996) — directed by Ron SheltonStarring Kevin Costner, Renée Russo & Don JohnsonPicked by Dan SearsGenre: Sports Comedy / Romantic Comedy / Golf MovieOne of the greatest golf movies ever made and a quintessential 90s sports film🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd — nearly 200 films and counting! 🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feedBTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or question? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki LarsenLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty celebrates the arrival of baby number three with the most fitting playlist possible — the best songs with "Baby" in the title! From classic rock to pop to R&B, Mike curates the ultimate baby songs playlist to welcome his newest little one to the world.🎵 This Episode:A special celebration playlist in honor of Mike's third babyThe best songs with "Baby" in the title across every genre and eraFrom classic baby songs to modern bangers — every track has one thing in common🎧 Listen along with the Baby Mine Mix CD playlist on Apple MusicMike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, SPDM TV, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by cinephile and close friend Haley Johnston to discuss François Truffaut's landmark film adaptation of Ray Bradbury's iconic dystopian novel — Fahrenheit 451 (1966)🎬 Film Discussed:Fahrenheit 451 (1966) — directed by François TruffautBased on Ray Bradbury's classic dystopian novelStarring Oskar Werner & Julie ChristieGenre: Sci-Fi / Dystopian / French New Wave / Literary AdaptationOne of the most important book-to-film adaptations in cinema historyThe Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest randomly select from his ever-growing watchlist for discussion — spanning literary adaptations, dystopian cinema, and world film across every era.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) are joined by special guest Chantal Ashford for a packed episode covering fireworks, the massive A24 AI announcement, and a deep debate about the best standalone movies — films with no sequels, prequels, or remakes!🎬 Topics Covered:Fireworks — a spirited seasonal discussionA24's AI announcement — what does it mean for independent cinema and the future of filmmaking?Best standalone films — the greatest movies that exist entirely on their own with no franchise attached — what are yours?Chantal Ashford — cinephile, film writer & co-host of Popcorn & Perspective:🎥 Letterboxd – ednamode✍️ SiftPopLuke Burian — film lover, writer & podcaster:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective | The Cinematic WastelandShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Retrospective, and Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) for a deep dive into two classic films from writer-director Lawrence Kasdan:🎬 Films Discussed:The Big Chill (1983) — starring Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum & Meg Tilly — the definitive baby boomer ensemble dramaBody Heat (1981) — starring William Hurt & Kathleen Turner — a sultry neo-noir thriller that launched Kathleen Turner's careerThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, neo-noir, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) — host of Screen Time with KerbRider and co-host of The Cinematic Wasteland: 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Issue 101 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, the guys discuss everything that happened at San Diego Comic Con this year📦 This Week's Topics:San Diego Comic Con 2026 recapFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportWhat we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutNew #1 issues out today — July 29th🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on SPDM TV, Mike Hilty goes over the remainder of the year and see which shows are worth watchingMike Hilty is a TV and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Connect with him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic you want Mike to cover, or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty talks about the decisions left for the remainder of the NBA off-season🏀 Topics Covered:Thoughts on Lebron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ersFree Agents that still need to be signedMike Hilty is a sports, TV, and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Mix CD, host Mike Hilty returns for another round of the ultimate music debate — listening to two different versions of famous songs and deciding once and for all which one is better!Whether it's an original vs. a cover, a live version vs. a studio recording, or two iconic takes on the same classic, Mix CD is the podcast for music lovers who love a good argument.🎵 What is Mix CD? Each episode, Mike Hilty compares multiple versions of well-known songs — originals, covers, live recordings, remixes, and reimaginings — and picks his favorite.🎧 Listen along with the Who Did It Better Volume 2 Mix CD playlist on Apple MusicMike Hilty is a TV, film, and music enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 LetterboxdMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and SPDM TV — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Mix CD podcast feedWant to be a guest on Mix CD or join the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by filmmaker and writer Carl Kelsch to dive deep into one of the most iconic rock films ever made — Pink Floyd: The Wall (1982), the legendary concept album film directed by Alan Parker with animation by Gerald Scarfe!🎬 Film Discussed:Pink Floyd: The Wall (1982) — Starring Bob Geldof Based on Pink Floyd's legendary 1979 double album The WallGenre: Rock Film / Music Cinema / Psychedelic / Cult ClassicShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Streaming Wasteland, Cinematic Wasteland, Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew network.Carl Kelsch — filmmaker & writer: 🌐 Website | 🎬 IMDb | 📸 Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feedWant to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two standout mumblecore and indie drama collaborations between director Joe Swanberg and actor Jake Johnson:🎬 Films Discussed:Drinking Buddies (2013) — starring Jake Johnson, Olivia Wilde & Anna KendrickDigging for Fire (2015) — starring Jake Johnson, Rosemarie DeWitt & Orlando BloomThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning indie cinema, cult classics, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, Cinematic Wasteland, Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew network.Jeff Alan — photographer, filmmaker & film/TV reviewer: 🌐 Portfolio & Contact Available for photography and videography — check out his portfolio!🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Retrospective podcast feedHave a film pairing suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to Issue 100 of the Comix Corner Podcast with B-Lar and Danny P! This week, the guys break down what they're reading and upcoming releases📦 This Week's Topics:Reflecting on 100 issues of the podcastFOC (Final Order Cutoff) reportWhat we're currently reading and enjoyingUpcoming comics we're excited aboutNew #1 issues out today — July 22nd🏪 Comix Corner — Your Local Michigan Comic Shop Two locations: Fraser, MI and Rochester Hills, MI They ship anywhere in the US and offer a comic book subscription club! 📘 Follow on Facebook for store news and events.🛠️ Brought to you by the CLZ App — the ultimate tool for organizing your comic collection!Connect with the Hosts: B-Lar — Facebook | Instagram Danny P — Facebook📲 Follow the Comix Corner Podcast: Facebook | X | Instagram🎙️ Subscribe to the Comix Corner podcast feedHave a comic book recommendation, topic, or collab idea? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn 🌐 www.spdmcrew.comLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!READ WELL, EVERYBODY! 📚

This week on Popcorn & Perspective, Chantal and Chris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) revisit two of the biggest Best Picture winners of the 1990s — Forrest Gump (1994) and Titanic (1997) — and ask the question every film fan has debated: do they still hold up?🎬 Films Discussed:Forrest Gump (1994) — directed by Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom HanksAcademy Award Best Picture winner, 1995Titanic (1997) — directed by James Cameron, starring Leonardo DiCaprio & Kate WinsletAcademy Award Best Picture winner, 1998Still one of the highest-grossing films of all timeChantal — cinephile and film writer:🐦 X | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopChris (The Hazel Eyed Movie Guy) — avid film lover:🎵 TikTok | 🐦 X | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Subscribe to the Popcorn & Perspective podcast feedWant to be a guest or have a movie, TV, or pop culture question? 📧 [email protected] | 📧 [email protected] to collaborate or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Screen Time with KerbRider, host Adam Ritchie sits down with Steve Clark — the creator behind Ten Good Things on YouTube and Steve's Home Cinema on Instagram — to talk about his physical media collection and the four films that made him fall in love with movies. Plus, Steve has an exciting project in the works — a documentary all about Jaws!🎬 Topics Covered:Steve Clark's physical media collection — Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and the art of collecting discsThe four films that made Steve fall in love with movies — a personal origin story every film fan will relate toJaws Explored — Steve's upcoming Jaws documentary and how to pre-order it🎥 Pre-order Jaws Explored — the documentary → jawsexplored.comSteve Clark (Steve's Home Cinema) — physical media collector, YouTuber & filmmaker:📸 Instagram – Steve's Home Cinema▶️ YouTube – Ten Good Things🎥 LetterboxdAdam Ritchie — host of Screen Time with KerbRider, co-host of The Super Fun Happy Horror Hour and The Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew:📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd📲 Follow Screen Time with KerbRider on Instagram 🎙️ Subscribe to the Screen Time with KerbRider podcast feedWant to talk screen favorites or join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Sportsball, Mike Hilty talks about the World Cup and tells a story about the power of the event Topics Covered:General Thoughts on the World CupThe US continues to struggleA Rant about Video Assist Ref/ReplayAmazing matchesA quick story about the power of the World CupMike Hilty is a sports, TV, and film enthusiast and fellow SPDM Crew podcaster. Find him here:📸 Instagram📺 Serializd🎥 Letterboxd✍️ Articles on SiftPopMike also hosts and co-hosts several podcasts in the SPDM Crew family — Mix CD, SPDM TV, and Family Movie Night — plus the pop culture podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds.🎙️ Subscribe to the Sportsball podcast feedHave a sport or team you want to talk about, or want to be on the SPDM Crew? Email us at [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer CreativeEnjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on SPDM TV, host Mike Hilty is joined by fellow TV enthusiasts Alice-Ginevra Micheli and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) to break down the current state of television in 2026 — and reveal their highly anticipated Top 10 TV Shows of 2026 So Far!Alice-Ginevra Micheli — SiftPop writer, film & TV fanatic: 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 LetterboxdMike Hilty — TV, film & music enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster: 📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd🎙️ Subscribe to the SPDM TV podcast feedHave a TV show or topic suggestion or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Evan Peters Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) cover three very different topics — the NHS, their first reactions to Ari Aster's new film Scapegoat, and a deep dive into the world of western films!🎬 Topics Covered:The NHS — a conversation about the National Health Service and its cultural impactScapegoat — first thoughts on Ari Aster's highly anticipated new movie from the director of Hereditary and MidsommarWestern films — the best westerns of all time, hidden gems, and what makes the genre so enduringLuke Burian — film lover, writer & podcaster:🎥 Letterboxd – inMoviesLost✍️ SiftPop🎙️ The Wasteland Retrospective | The Cinematic Wasteland | SiftPop Writers' RoomShane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber:🌿 Linktree – The Wasteland Reviewer🎥 Letterboxd – wastelandshaneAlso hosts Wasteland Watchlist, The Wasteland Retrospective, and The Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew network.🎙️ Subscribe to the Flix and Chill podcast feed🎵 Theme music by Kristofer TwadellLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take! In this electrifying 52nd installment, Mike and Michael tackle one of the most intense, rewarding, and structurally mind-bending musical contrasts they've ever attempted on the show. We jumpstart the episode with The Art of Discovery, highlighting three groundbreaking independent acts carving out brilliant spaces in the underground scene: - Nantes, France's emotional, cinematic post-rock outfit We Left In June -The mythical, atmosphere-drenched melodic black metal force Eveale hailing from the depths of The Woodland Realm - The crushing, introspective nu-gaze soundscapes of Kansas City, MO’s very own Endrid. From there, we brace ourselves for our main feature: an extensive, track-by-track dissection of Protest The Hero’s 2008 progressive metal masterpiece, "Fortress.” Together, we analyze the absolute controlled chaos of this record, breaking down how the dizzying, high-speed mathematical precision of guitarists Luke Hoskin and Tim Millar is anchored flawlessly by the not so secret sauce rhythm section of drummer Moe Carlson and funk-influenced bassist Arif Mirabdolbaghi.Finally, we pivot to Michael’s Journey to explore the legendary grit of Pat Benatar's 1979 hard rock classic, "Heartbreaker." We dive into the song’s origins as the heavy, driving blueprint that defined Benatar's career and celebrate guitarist Neil Giraldo's fiery, career-launching solo. (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?(00:15:02) - The Art of Discovery(00:15:29) - We Left In June "Spirals"(00:22:54) - Eveale "The Final Quest"(00:28:28) - Endrid "Corruptor"(00:34:41) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Protest The Hero's 2008 release, "Fortress"(01:20:40) - Question for the Audience(01:20:51) - Can't Wait(01:22:16) - Michael's Journey: Discussing Pat Benatar's "Heartbreaker"(01:28:24) - On the Next Episode(01:28:35) - Contact Info/Outro THE ART OF DISCOVERY:· We Left In June – “Spirals” (from the EP: “Hidden Place”)· Eveale – “The Final Quest” (from the album: “Enter the Woodland Realm”)· Endrid – “Corruptor” (from the EP: “Corruptor”)OTHER BAND MENTIONS:· DevilDriver, If These Trees Could Talk, Eva Under Fire, God Is An Astronaut, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Nova Twins, Spiritbox, Evanescence, Loathe, Haken, Nonpoint, Cartoon TheoryCONNECT WITH & SUPPORT US· Connect With Us & Follow the Show· We are part of the SPDM Crew Network!· Leave a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify!· Want to be featured on The Art of Discovery? Send us a message!Recorded on 07/12/2026

This week on the BTB Movie Club podcast, Tim Larsen picks High Fidelity (2000) for the group to watch and discuss — the beloved John Cusack romantic comedy based on Nick Hornby's classic novel about music obsession, top five lists, and the ones that got away. What are YOUR top five breakup records?BTB Movie Club is a weekly movie podcast where Tim Larsen and friends — Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty — gather every Sunday night to review a movie they've each watched during the week. With nearly 200 films reviewed since 2020, there's something for every kind of movie fan.🎬 Film Discussed:High Fidelity (2000) — directed by Stephen FrearsStarring John Cusack, Jack Black & Iben HjejleBased on the novel by Nick HornbyPicked by Tim LarsenGenre: Romantic Comedy / Music Drama / Indie FilmOne of the greatest music lover movies ever made🎥 Follow the group's Letterboxd — nearly 200 films and counting!🎙️ Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club podcast feedBTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Have a movie suggestion or question? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky 🌐 www.spdmcrew.com🎵 Theme music by The Bare Hambones | Logo by Nikki LarsenLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

This week on Family Movie Night, GG and Mike Hilty talk The Descendants!🎬 What We Discussed:Opening Topic: Camp Rock 3 trailer BreakdownFull reaction of the Camp Rock 3 movie trailerMovie: Descendants: Wicked Wonderland (2026)We've already watched this movie 5 times...............GG tries to tell us the whole storyWhat did she like, not like, and learned from the movie?One Last Thing: Descendants Songs GG shares her top 5 favorite Descendants songs, and picks her other favorite songs from each movieMike Hilty — TV, film & family entertainment enthusiast and SPDM Crew podcaster:📸 Instagram | 📺 Serializd | 🎥 Letterboxd | ✍️ SiftPopAlso hosts Mix CD, SPDM TV, Sportsball, and Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds on the SPDM Crew network.🎬 Check out the Family Movie Night Letterboxd list🎙️ Subscribe to the Family Movie Night podcast feedHave a family movie recommendation or want to join the SPDM Crew? Email [email protected]📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative StudiosLeave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!