The ACE Podcast
by Will The Greatest; The Reel Aaron Alexander
A Candid Conversation-style Pop Culture Podcast where we talk nerd news, movies, music, and sometimes our personal lives (don't worry we're interesting I swear).Hosted byWill (IG: @WilltheGreatest)Aaron (IG: @therealaaronalexander)Follow Us On Instagram@officialacepodcastSend questions with the #AskACE by sending a direct message to our instagram or leaving a comment whereever you listen.
Episodes
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Fantasti-Centennial | Episode 100
We’re joined by the one and only Fantastic Frankey, and we’ve got a packed episode. We start with DC Studios Lanterns and whether the show earns its place in the DC Cinematic Universe, with plenty of tangents along the way.. Then we dig into the documentary everyone's talking aboutYou Can See...
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An Astonishing Assembly | Episode 99
This week: HBO's Lanterns premieres with a moody, mystery-driven first episode following its marketing as"True Detective in space". Marvel relaunches Miles Morales in a fresh Spider-Man solo series aimed at new readers with interesting results. We remember Hayden Panettiere, who unexpectedly…
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The Legend of Kara | Episode 98
The pop culture news train doesn't slow down, and your favorite Blerds are back in the booth to break down every major drop from San Diego Comic-Con to the big screen! This episode is based from parts from the previous episode that I cut and moved around but for this week we kick off in the Four...
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Summer Nerd Special | Episode 97
We kick things off by diving into the newly dropped trailer for Paramount’s Children of Blood and Bone. We unpack the stunning visuals alongside the heavy online controversy, Tomi Adeyemi's public departure from the project, and what this means for high-profile Black book adaptations. From there,...
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Spring 2026 Superhero Roundup! | #96
This week we do what is technically part 1 of our spring superhero show roundup where we discuss: Invincible Season 4, Daredevil Born Again season 2, and The Punisher: One Last Kill. There were a lot of ups and downs in each series and we're here to give you our thoughts on the good, the bad, and...
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The Big CSBW Merger | #95
In this week’s episode, we break down the biggest shifts in Hollywood and the trailers that have everyone talking. We dig into various movie announcements like Venom and G.I. Joe projects with some controversy ensuing. We also dig into trailers like Mortal Kombat II and the return of the Wayan…
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Stranger Supreme | #94
Part 3 of our comeback episode (s), we close things out with a wide-ranging discussion on storytelling, ethics, and cultural debate in modern media. We start with Stranger Things Season 5, sharing reactions to the final chapter, what the series may bring in the future, and whether it stuck the...
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One Wicked Battle For Good | #93
In Part 2 of our comeback episode, the conversation turns toward culture, fandom, and representation as we break down Wicked: For Good, its early reception, and the intense response from fans across social media. We discuss how audiences are reacting to the story and performances, and what the...
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...Will Return in Avengers: Doomsday | #92
We’re back — and the conversation went long. In Part 1 of our comeback episode, we dive deep into the latest in Marvel, DC, and pop culture news, breaking down some of the biggest trailers and teasers out right now. We give our reactions to the Avengers: Doomsday teasers, what they could mean for...
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#91: Heart of Iron, Man of Steel
We had a big ol summer hiatus and here we are with your summer wrap up! We talk about a few topics we MAY have missed, catch up on a couple Proximity shows, and talk about the biggest hits from July! So tune in and share with your friends! #AskACE (There are some minor audio overlap issues...
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#90: The New, Super, Fantastic Avengers
Big Month for the Big Two. We got many heroes, antiheroes, and hot takes. Wont want to miss this one and let us know your thoughts after you listen. Don't forget to share, rate 5 stars, and comment with #AskACE. Will - IG/Threads:...
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#89: Your FN Invincible
If you regularly listen to and enjoy the show then you're f'in [TITLE CARD]! This week we talk chairs, catch up on the highs and lows of the most recent Spider-Man show, and even touch on 2 seasons of Severance. We love and appreciate everyone who gives the show it's time. Don't forget to share,...
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#88: Children of Blood and WOKE
HAPPY NEW YEAR! HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH! SAY IT BACK. Initially was gonna be a 2 parter but I decided that because it's been....what...3 months to just drop the extended one. And just like that, there's even more to get into next episode. Anyways we hope you enjoy our multiple discussions and...
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#87: The Fate of the Union
Happy Native American Heritage Day! In this episode, we’re diving into the highs and lows of pop culture and politics. First up, we’re breaking down the poorly marketed family-film Transformers One—does it live up to the hype? Then, it’s Marvel mania (as usual) as we dissect the latest reveals...
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#86: Venom Momentum
Join us face-to-face this week as we tackle the heated Lanterns casting controversy and the unexpected choice for John Stewart. We're also diving into Joker: Folie à Deux—where we’ll break down our doubts about this musical sequel’s direction—and Venom: The Last Dance, which might just be the…
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#85: Superhero Roundup Recap
Real hero roll-call! Aaron and Will return to talk about a lot of shows we missed. Give our praise and critique to a few new trailers and even get into a discussion on mutant rights and representation. Share with a friend, rate, relax, and enjoy. Will - IG:...
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#84: Long Over-DOOM
We missed yall! We had time! We have a new episode about a bunch of new movie and tv news and boy is it a DOOM-ZY! So get grab a friend and grab a drink and enjoy. Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok: @will.thegreatest Youtube: Will The...
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#83: Capes, Claws, and Kendrick Bars
Back again! The news just got TOO big to ignore. Thats right we had big news and theres still more we have to catch up on. But for today enjoy an appropriate length episode talking about superhero movie news and rap culture discourse about what could be the beef of the year. So sit down and tune...
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#82: Magic, Messiahs, and Madame Web
After a production hiccup we're back to...honestly to rant about some bad movies and rave about one good one. But it'll be fun. A nice long episode to catch you up. Plus you don't have to see the garbage we saw! Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok:...
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#81: Leave The Spirit World Behind
Hey Loyal Listeners! This episode is actually the front half of a 2 parter: this half focuses on some new movies and shows (at the time we recorded in december 2023) that we wanted to review. Thanks for listening! Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok:...
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#80: Happy Birthday Hip-Hop ft Rap Critic
50 years long and strong! This maxi episode is the reason the previous was cut in half! Wanted to do a full, fun discussion with friend of the show Rap Critic and talk about the history, eras, and impacts of hip-hop throughout American music's history. So make sure you stay tuned in and enjoy....
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#79: Marvelous Purpose
Hey Loyal Listeners! This episode is actually the back half of a 2 parter discussing our review of The Marvels, Loki season 2, and the controversial Johnathan Majors case verdict. We get a little real near the end but I think its an important conversation amidst all the jokes and banter.…
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#78: We Live In A Bi-Generation
Hey Loyal Listeners and Wild Whovians! This episode is particularly focused on the most recent Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Winter Specials. If you arent a big british sci-fi fan this may not be your cup of steeped tea. But maybe we can sway you as Aaron and I go back down memory lane then review...
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#77: Moneybagg Miles & Walk 'Em Down Watson
Hey Listeners! This is a continuation fo the previous episode and here we talk all things Spider-Man 2! We go into detail about the gameplay, story, even the suits great and ugly. Dont forget to like, share, and review the show! Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok…
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#76: Gen M
Hey listeners! We're back with a fun, quicker episode this week all about the new Planet of the apes trailer, new meg thee stallion music, and a spoiler filled talk on The Boys spinoff GEN V. Dont forget to like, share, and review the show! Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok:...
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#75: Superman Lotus
Our first fan film reviews and our first live (ish) reaction! This is part 2 (of 2) where we review the highly controversial fan films: Spider-Man: Lotus and Superman: Solar. Are they worth all the discourse? What are our thoughts? Guess you'll have to listen and find out. Will - IG:...
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#74: Teenage Mutant Aqua Beetles
This week is that start of another fun 2 part episode. We discuss the new trailer for Aquaman 2, Blue Beetle, and the newest TMNT movie! Not much to say other than happy fall! Dont forget to rate, share, and comment too! We'll see you guys soon! Will - IG: @willthegreatest Tiktok:...
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#73: Barbenheimer
HI BOBBY! HI KEN! This week was dig into the snooze of secret invasion, investigate as to why they cloned Tyrone, and explode about Barbie (and Oppenheimer too I guess). We tried a new system to record here so hopefully it helped out the sound some. We'll see you guys soon! SOCIALS Will - IG:...
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#72: Masculinity & Multiversity
Would you believe after all the years of working on this pod we've never been able to record the show together? Well this year live from BLERDCON 2023 we finally accomplished that goal. We had a lot of fun being able to sit down and shoot the breeze about the biggest blockbusters and bombs since...
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#71: Guardians of the "freakin" Galaxy (ft. TheJediSmark)
What's up everybody. This week we have a bit of a scattered episode centered on mostly marvel but also a few other topics ranging from Mortal Kombat to the Playstation showcase to anger inducing editorial mandates as good friend of the show Malik crashes in and we trade verbal blows...
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#70: Super Mari-OH BROTHER ft. Friend of the Show Ian
We back We back We back We back Somehow while actually seeing Aaron for 4 days , we were unable to record a pod due to our schedules being packed to the brim. But we are joined by our friend Ian to talk a few things Star Wars and Mario, and a lot of things Swarm and Ant-Man. Can you pinpoint when...
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#69: The Ice Spice Dynasty
Nice. Hey everyone. Long time no see. Did you miss us? We missed you. Today Aaron and Will gush about Bubblegum Pop Smoke aka Ice Spice and debate whether Ant-Man and the Wasp's sequel deserves all the smoke that social media has been lighting into it recently. Happy Black History Month. #AskACE...
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#68: The #WAKANDAFOREVER Spoiler Special (ft Eman's Movie Reviews)
This week we get to have a long, in depth, spoilerific discussion about the recently released Black Panther sequel with the insightful yet critical Eman of Eman's Movie Reviews. You wont want to miss this conversation we had a lot of fun here. Also make sure to support our guests and fellow…
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#67: Enter The Ye-Trix
Here's part 2/2! Aaron joins at the 11th hour and we dig into the Marvel topics, finally discuss The Woman King, and have an exhaustive discourse about the artist formerly known as Kanye West. #AskACE Socials: Will| IG - @willthegreatest Tiktok - @will.thegreatest Youtube - Will The Greatest…
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#66: Somehow Superman Has Returned (ft. LukeAlphonsoVA and QuantumxParadox)
In lieu of Aaron's absence this week we have 2 Lukes returning to help cohost! We dig into more recent gaming news, a little Black Adam, a lot of Superman, and more! So relax and listen in. Another 2 parter this week with part 2 dropping next week. #AskACE Socials: Will| IG - @willthegreatest...
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#65: YOU, M3, and Mario Makes Three
Part 2 of the episode is here where we discuss all the trailers we've missed in the last few weeks and even get into some more in depth discussions spinning out from franchises. Our recording software has points of falling out of sync hence some of the dialogue jumping around at points. Where to...
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#64: Mean, Green, She-Hulking Machine
We're back with part 1 of another 2 parter. This week Aaron and I play catch-up, give our thoughts on She-Hulk with its recent finale, and also talk surprisingly long about Jonathan Majors. It's good to be back! #AskACE Where to find us: IG: @therealaaronalexander | @willthegreatest |...
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#63 Bat Sh!t
What happens when Aaron and Will record 2 parts of an episode on different days...well you get 2 parts. Here's the follow up episode pertaining the latter of our discussion regarding some SDCC news, the sudden cancellation of the Batgirl movie, and our review of the newest Jordan Peele thrille,...
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#62 Scam Diego Comic Con
This week Aaron and I follow up on news that by the time of this coming out is *counts fingers* 2 weeks old! But still very fascinating to explore especially essentially taking over and dominating Hall H this year. So relax and tune in. #AskACE Cohost: Aaron | Tiktok:AaronAlexander64 Timestamps:...
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#61 The Boys Marvel at some Stranger Things
Here's part 2 from our 5 our recording where we give our thoughts on The Boys 3, Stranger Things 4, and even some recent Marvel rumors. Did we get it right? We will only know soon enough. #AskACE Cohosts: Aaron Timestamps: 00:00 - SDCC 2022 Marvel Rumors 36:24 The Boys Season 3 Spoiler Review...
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#60: Thor: Rough and Blunder (ft. Rap Critic)
This week we have another guest with the Rap Critic! He joins Aaron and I as we discuss Blerdcon stories, Thor, and Ms. Marvel season 1! This full episode will actually be split into 2 so you have some fresh content for next week too. Make sure you check out everyone's content too. So sit back,...
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#59: (Un)Born in the USA
Yeah we get a little bit political at the top. Godzilla says reproductive rights matter. Anyways Aaron and I this week focus on 2 major releases prior to our trip to BLERDcon next week. Take some time out your day, sit back, relax, and enjoy. #AskACE Check out out guest spots here! Reel Rejects:...
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#58: The Magnificent Ms. Marvel
This episode Aaron and I return to talk some new controversies, new Marvel projects, and even a couple of surprise trailers from the week. Check the timestamps below and don't forget to rate, share, and comment the show. #AskACE Timestamps: 00:00 - Updates 3:01 - Ezra Miller in the News for...
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#57: America Destroys White Feminism
AKA The Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Full Spoiler Extravaganza AKA Sam Raimi Splits the Marvel Fandom After an extensive hiatus we return discussing the exciting, controversial, and fascinating experiences we had throughout our journey into the multiverse. How mad is it? Well…
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#56: Chip n' Dale and the Multi-trailers of Madness
Aaron and Will are back this week to talk about some recently concluded shows and new trailers since the big game. And managed to do it all in under 2 hours!! Hooray for that. Make sure you also check out: @fantasticfrankey for cool content this Black History Month! #AskACE Cohost: Aaron...
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#55: Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2021
2021 was evidently the Year of Zendaya. This week is the continued discussion that Aaron and Will had about their favorite movies from 2021. Thank you for listening and dont forget to like, share, and positively rate the show. For reference Will's are mostly in release order, Aaron's are ranked…
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#54: Man Maketh War, Man Maketh Peace(maker)
New Year, New Season, Same Hosts Aaron and Will return in 2022 discussing our thoughts on the new batgirl suit, the new Peacemaker show, and the new season of Euphoria. Nick also surprise pops in for a bit. So relax, tune in, and don't forget to share the show with friends...and rate the show 5...
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#53: Spider-Man: Third Times The Charm ft Cole
We're back with our final episode of the year. It's been a ride but we've had some ups, downs, and a new friendly face joining us this week as we talk a lot of Marvel that we missed. Turn it up and tune in and we'll see you in 2022. CoHosts: Aaron @therealaaronalexander(IG) | @aaronalexander64...
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#52: Marvel's Eternal Mommy Salma Hayek
Officially syndication number of episodes. This week Aaron and I discuss a lot of new news from Disney and dig into the most recent season of YOU. Make sure you let us know your thoughts with our socials, share, and ask questions with #AskACE! CoHost: Aaron @therealaaronalexander (IG) |...
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#51: New York Comic-Con and DaveChappelle FanDome
Aaron and I are back! With this episode dropping on my birthday would you do me a favor and make sure you like, follow, and share the show. This week your local Twisty Boy Twins talk all of experiences in New York and our reactions to DC FanDome as well as a few other hot button topics like…
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About this show
A Candid Conversation-style Pop Culture Podcast where we talk nerd news, movies, music, and sometimes our personal lives (don't worry we're interesting I swear).Hosted byWill (IG: @WilltheGreatest)Aaron (IG: @therealaaronalexander)Follow Us On Instagram@officialacepodcastSend questions with the #AskACE by sending a direct message to our instagram or leaving a comment whereever you listen.
Hosted by
Will The Greatest; The Reel Aaron Alexander