The Middle Seats Show

Two back-to-back alien episodes? Must be The MIDDLE SEATS podcast with Nate, Jake, and Drew! The talk of the cosmos is the latest Spielberg film DISCLOSURE DAY, which formally started the summer movie season. There's plenty of other movies on the table, from OBSESSION to BACKROOMS to STAR WARS. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:02 - Lobby Talk (May/June movie recap) 29:56 - Review of Disclosure Day 47:17 - Ratings 50:52 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Disclosure Day? Have you seen the horror movies that everyone's obsessed over? Let us know by commenting below!

The MIDDLE SEATS podcast blasts off! Nate, Jake, and Drew have plenty to say about the space sensation PROJECT HAIL MARY. There's plenty more sci-fi to go over as well - we'll discuss film's greatest robots, aliens, and sandworms. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 5:20- Lobby Talk (best non-human characters) 14:50 - Watch Out! 31:18 - Review of Project Hail Mary 47:35 - Ratings 52:34 - Spoiler Section Do you also think Ryan Gosling is dreamy? What is your favorite puppet in a movie? Let us know by commenting below!

The MIDDLE SEATS podcast heads back to Pandora! Nate, Jake, and Drew will review AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH. There's also plenty of Oscar news to catch up on, as the Academy reveals the nominees for 2025. What film do the boys think will take home Best Picture? Only way to find out is to take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:36- Lobby Talk (2025 Oscar Nomination) 23:48 - Watch Out! 44:28 - Review of Avatar: Fire and Ash 57:44 - Ratings 1:01:20 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Avatar 3? Were any of your favorite films snubbed in the Oscar noms? Let us know by commenting below!

The MIDDLE SEATS podcast is back! In this episode, Nate, Jake, and Drew review ZOOTOPIA 2. There's also plenty of hot button issues to discuss, including the possible acquisition of Warner Bros. Also, did Wicked: For Good hit the right notes? Tons to catch up on, so take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 4:01 - Lobby Talk (Warner Bros, Netflix & Paramount) 22:08 - Watch Out! 44:36 - Review of Zootopia 2 54:54 - Ratings 58:48 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Disney's latest sequel? Where do you think the Warner Bros. deal will land? Let us know by commenting below!

Roar in excitement with the return of the MIDDLE SEATS podcast! On this episode, Nate, Jake and Drew review the latest blockbuster: JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH. Plus, a look inside several of the biggest movies released in June and more! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:13 - Lobby Talk (What’s the worst type of bad movie?) 16:06 - Watch Out! 36:28 - Review of Jurassic World Rebirth 50:48 - Ratings 56:41 - Spoiler Section What did you think of the latest Jurassic Park movie? What has been your favorite theater watch of the summer? Let us know by commenting below!

Summer has started, and the Middle Seats are prepared to take you through all the thrills of *two* action juggernauts in theaters. Nate, Jake and Drew will be reviewing both Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. Both titles are mouthfuls, but luckily the boys have plenty to say about both franchises. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:45 - Review of Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning 20:13 - Mission Impossible 8 Ratings 26:44 - Spoiler Section 47:32 - Review of From the World of John Wick: Ballerina 58:25 - Ballerina Ratings 1:01:44 - Spoiler Section What did you think of the potentially last Mission Impossible? Can the John Wick franchise continue with "side-quels"? Let us know by commenting below!

Succumb to the darkness for a very special episode of the MIDDLE SEATS podcast! On this episode, Jake, Nate and Andrew are joined by Nicki Nesi and Allie Dellicarri of the DARK ACADEMIA podcast to talk about Robert Eggers’s NOSFERATU. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:15 - Lobby Talk (2024 Oscar Nominations) 16:00 - Review of Nosferatu 42:09 - Ratings 49:05 - Spoiler Section Please check out the Dark Academia podcast, available on wherever you can find your podcasts include iTunes and Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/102YJhWXzu99BxtUUKL12v?si=6qrY1PvqQZycUl0fo92R9g https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dark-academia/id1731740917

The Middle Seats are back and they are all aboard the 'Glicked' train - are the two November blockbusters living up to the hype? Join Nate, Jake, and Drew as they discuss the music of Wicked, the sandals of Gladiator 2, and the lead up to the holiday season. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:51 - Lobby Talk (Naughty & Nice Christmas movies) 21:53 - Review of Gladiator II 36:00 - Gladiator II Ratings 38:54 - Spoiler Section 53 :50 - Review of Wicked 1:05:37 - Wicked Ratings 1:08:42 - Spoiler Section What do you think of the Glicked phenomenon? What are your naughty and nice picks for Christmas movies? Let us know by commenting below!

It’s a spooky and fun episode of THE MIDDLE SEATS podcast! On this episode, Jake, Nate and Drew review Tim Burton's BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE. Take a listen... if you dare! 0:00 - Hellos 2:36 - Lobby Talk (What would you watch in The Sphere?) 15:28 - Watch Out! 27:44 - Review of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 40:22 - Ratings 44:08 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice? What Halloween releases are you most looking forward to in October? Let us know by commenting below!

The MIDDLE SEATS crew returns to the world of superhero movies with the long-awaited DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE. The merc with a mouth has joined the MCU proper, so Nate, Jake, and Drew with have plenty of Marveldom to discuss. Plus, we'll go over some of the biggest movies of the summer, including Longlegs, Twister and Inside Out 2. There's tons to discuss, so take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:06 - Lobby Talk (Best 4th wall breaks) 13:36 - Watch Out! 30:48 - Review of Deadpool & Wolverine 42:23 - Ratings 46:24 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Deadpool & Wolverine? What were your favorite callbacks to the Fox movies ? Let us know by commenting below!

Take your favorite podcast out to the Wasteland and enjoy the latest MIDDLE SEATS podcast! On this episode, Jake, Nate and Andrew review the long-anticipated FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA. The boys will also tackle some of the biggest movies of the summer, from apes to imaginary friends. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:09 - Lobby Talk (Hollywood's most eccentric filmographies) 14:24 - Watch Out! 32:28 - Review of Furiousa 48:28 - Ratings 53:00 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Furiosa ? What's been the highlight of the summer so far? Let us know by commenting below!

The feuds could be growing with the latest MIDDLE SEATS podcast! In this episode, Nate, Jake, and Andrew have plenty to fight about regarding Civil War, the latest Alex Garland movie that is dividing audiences left and right. Luckily there is a lot of common ground from Hollywood's spring slate including Monkey Man, Godzilla x Kong, and more! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:58 - Lobby Talk (Hollywood's one-hit wonders) 15:31 - Watch Out! 33:17 - Review of Civil War 50:35 - Ratings 54:42 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Civil War? Can you think of any one-hit-wonder cast or crew members? Let us know by commenting below!

It has been prophesized and now the signs all point to the latest MIDDLE SEATS podcast! On the latest episode, Nate, Jake, and Andrew will gush about Dune: Part 2, discuss the state of movie theaters, and more! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:06 - Lobby Talk (State of blockbusters in theaters) 20:05 - Watch Out! 32:50 - Review of Dune: Part 2 50:23 - Ratings 51:20 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Dune: Part 2? What blockbusters are you most looking forward to this season? Let us know by commenting below!

When you need a minute to look it over, it's time for a freeze frame! Nate, Drew and Jake of the Middle Seats will be looking at Dune, the acclaimed sci-fi epic by Denis Villeneuve. With Part 2 coming out to theaters soon, the boys look back on the 2021 film and discuss they'll be watching for in the sequel. Take a listen!

No secrets here—the latest MIDDLE SEATS has arrived! On the latest episode, Nate, Jake, and Andrew talk spy action comedy Argylle, discuss the Oscar nominations, and more! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:29 - Lobby Talk (Oscar nominations & predictions) 18:55 - Watch Out! 33:33 - Review of Argylle 47:57 - Ratings 51:58 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Argylle? Are you planning on watching the Academy Awards? Let us know by commenting below!

Girl power on the Middle Seats podcast…from three guys. Andrew, Nate and Jake do their best to channel their inner superheroines while reviewing the latest MCU adventure THE MARVELS! Plus, a state of the union on the MCU and some crisis management solutions. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:38 - Watch Out! 15:08 - Review of The Marvels 28:38 - Ratings 32:37 - Spoiler Section 57:28 - Lobby Talk (How to fix the MCU) What did you think of The Marvels? How would you go about fixing the MCU? Let us know by commenting below!

Seems like everyone has gone all in on Barbenheimer, and the Middle Seats is more than happy to jump on the summer bandwagon! On the latest episode, the boys have plenty to say about Barbie and all the Ken-ergy around the box office queen. Jake and Drew are also anxiously awaiting to see if sparks fly between Nate and 'Big Daddy Nolan' with the release of Oppenheimer. This one's a doozy, so take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:38 - Watch Out! 13:48 - Review of Barbie 25:42 - Barbie Ratings 31:31 - Spoiler Section 50:30 - Review of Oppenheimer 1:06:22 - Oppenheimer Ratings 1:12:03 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Barbie? Where does Oppenheimer stack up in Nolan's filmography? Let us know by commenting below!

Barreling through the summer movie season, The Middle Seats Podcast has you covered to keep with all the latest. Nate, Drew, and Jake have loads to talk about between two contenders for longest movie title ever. Does Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny live up to the franchises lofty expectations? And does Tom Cruise deliver with Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1? Take a listen to hear how these franchises fair in the summer heat! 0:00 - Hellos 2:30 - Watch Out! 14:25 - Review of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 28:13 - Indiana Jones Ratings 33:19 - Spoiler Section 53:09 - Review of Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning - Part 1 1:02:03 - Mission Impossible Ratings 1:05:02 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Indiana Jones 5? Did you get the chance to see Mission Impossible 7? Let us know by commenting below!

It’s a multiversal extravaganza on the Middle Seats podcast! On the latest episode, Drew, Jake and Nate pull double duty with reviews of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and The Flash! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:00 - Watch Out! 13:28 - Review of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse 25:46 - Spider-Man Ratings 30:44 - Spoiler Section 46:06 - Review of The Flash 55:33 - Flash Ratings 1:00:03 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse? Where does the Flash leave the DCEU? Let us know by commenting below!

Marvel keeps adding new tracks to their playlist, so Nate, Jake, and Drew will be tuning in to see how GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3 stacks up. There's plenty of other franchises and flicks to discuss before the summer season officially takes off. Here's your opportunity to catch up with us - take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:47 - Lobby Talk (Franchises that need to die) 21:23 - Watch Out! 38:51 - Review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 54:47 - Ratings 59.44 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3? What movie franchises do you think need to end yesterday? Let us know by commenting below!

Everything is Peachy here on the Middle Seats podcast, with a brand new episode kicking off the month. On the latest show, Jake, Nate and Andrew talk about the SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, discuss their favorite Mario Kart combos, and much more! Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:48 - Lobby Talk (Mario Kart Draft) 16:49 - Watch Out! 42:32 - Review of The Super Mario Bros. Movie 1:00:16 - Ratings 1:04:06 - Spoiler Section What did you think of The Super Mario Bros. Movie? What are your favorite Mario Kart combinations? Let us know by commenting below!

We might have a few more words than its titular character, but John Wick 4 is here and the boys have plenty to gush about. There's also debate over which modern franchise is the king of quality, lamentations over Star Wars and DC, and a whole lot more. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:50 - Lobby Talk (Best Franchises of Modern Times) 19:39 - What We Watched in March 44:35 - Review of John Wick: Chapter 4 1:02:23 - Ratings 1:06:38 - Spoiler Section What did you think of John Wick: Chapter 4? Where does it stand against other franchises in the last decade? Let us know by commenting below!

Big things come in small sizes—like the Middle Seats podcast! On this episode, Jake, Nate and Drew dive deep into the implications of ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA for the MCU’s past, present and future. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:31 - Lobby Talk (Phase 4 of the MCU) 21:20 - What We Watched in February 41:45 - Review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 53:38 - Ratings 58:26 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania? Are you satisfied with the state of the MCU? Let us know by commenting below!

After a hiatus almost as long as an Avatar sequel, The Middle Seats podcast is back and (hopefully) better than ever. In this new pod, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini talk about the Oscar nominations of 2022, their flick picks to click in 2023, and review Avatar: The Way of Water. Take a listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:35 - Lobby Talk (Most Anticipated of 2023) 22:16 - 2022 Oscar Nominations 41:23 - Review of Avatar: The Way of Water 1:01:50 - Ratings 1:07:12 - Spoiler Section What did you think of Avatar: The Way of Water? What are your most anticipated movies of 2022? Let us know by commenting below!

There is plenty of time to enjoy the latest episode of The Middle Seats podcast. On this week’s episode, Jake, Nate and Andrew review No Time to Die, the latest James Bond film. They also talk about their ideal casting choices for Daniel Craig’s replacement and talk a little Spider-Man: No Way Home. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:19 - Lobby Talk (Who should be the next 007?) 10:30 - News (Christopher Nolan project, Spider-Man: No Way Home) 35:33 - Review of No Time to Die 52:04 - Ratings 58:19 - Spoiler Section 1:16:12 - Final Thoughts What did you think of No Time to Die? How many cameos are you expecting in the new Spider-Man? Let us know by commenting below!

Have a MARVEL-ous time with The Middle Seats podcast! On the latest episode, Jake, Nate, and Andrew work as one symbiotic body to tackle two of the biggest superhero movies of the year! There’s SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS and VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE. Which Marvel property will win this bout? Take a listen to find out! 0:00 - Hellos 1:59 - Review of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings 16:13 – Shang-Chi Ratings 22:27 – Shang-Chi Spoiler Section 40:07 - Review of Venom: Let There Be Carnage 50:35 – Venom 2 Ratings 51:17 – Venom 2 Spoiler Section What did you think of Shang-Chi’s introduction to the MCU? Did you have a good time with Venom: Let There Be Carnage? Let us know by commenting below!

It's finally time to hear the boy's latest take on the DCEU, this time with James Gunn's THE Suicide Squad. Will this be the movie to put this comic book universe back on track? Find out in the latest episode of the Middle Seats Podcast. We'll also tackle the new Ghostbusters trailer and the Disney/ScarJo lawsuit. Take a seat and join us! 0:00 - Hellos 2:04 - Lobby Talk (Most shocking movie deaths) 16:55 - News (Scarlett lawsuit, South Park, Ghostbusters trailer ) 42:21 - Review of The Suicide Squad 1:00:50 - Ratings 1:03:51 - Spoiler Section 1:19:56 - Final Thoughts What did you think of The Suicide Squad? What do you think of the new new Ghostbusters? Let us know by commenting below!

The next episode of the Middle Seats Podcast will be delving in the mystery and magic! Andrew, Jake and Nate will take a look at the latest M. Night Shyamalan movie Old, as well as a retrospective on Marvel’s latest streaming series Loki. There’s bound to be twists, turns, and plenty of ‘wWhHaAtT?” moments. Take a seat and join us! 0:00 - Hellos 2:56 - Lobby Talk (What makes a good mystery?) 15:34 – Spoiler Review of Loki 41:52 – Review of Old 52:22 – Ratings 56:42 – Spoiler Section 1:10:01 – Final Thoughts What did you think of Old? What implications does Loki have for the rest of the MCU? Let us know by commenting below!

This latest Middle Seats episode is all about family! Jake, Andrew and Nate will take a look at the two biggest blockbusters of the summer season so far: F9, featuring Vin Diesel and his furious crew, and Black Widow, reviving the MCU to the big screen. Both films are sure to offer big laughs, stunts, and family bonding. It’s going to be a double feature you won’t want to miss - take a seat and join us! 0:00 - Hellos 2:11 - Lobby Talk (Cast a Marvel character) 13:17 – Review of F9 31:49 – Ratings 36:47 – F9 Spoilers 51:00 – Review of Black Widow 1:02:00 - Ratings 1:05:16 – Black Widow Spoilers What did you think of F9 and Black Widow? Who is your ideal actor or actress for an upcoming Marvel character? Let us know by commenting below!

Belt out a tune and take to the streets of your city! The Middle Seats podcast is back with a summer musical review. On this episode, Jake, Nate and Andrew discuss the musical adaptation of In the Heights, talk about movies they wish they had seen on the big screen, and discuss the biggest news in entertainment right now! Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:29 - Lobby Talk (Movies we missed in theaters) 14:31 - News (Knives Out 2 casting, Little Town, movie theaters) 37:57 - Review of In the Heights 54:08 - Ratings 59:26 - Spoiler Section 1:14:30 - Final Thoughts What did you think of In the Heights? Do you have plan for your first experience back in theaters? Let us know by commenting below!

Silence is golden—except with these guys! On the latest Middle Seats podcast, Jake, Andrew and Nate chit-chat about A Quiet Place Part II, preview the return of a packed summer movie season, and discuss if the premise of the new M. Night joint will get…Old (lol). Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:27 - Lobby Talk (Summer movies we’re pumped for) 19:49 - News (F9 at Cannes, David O. Russell cast, Old trailer) 37:56 - Review of A Quiet Place Part II 49:47 - Ratings 55:06 - Spoiler Section 1:12:12 - Final Thoughts What did you think of A Quiet Place Part II? Do you think M. Night Shyamalan will deliver with Old? Let us know by commenting below!

Hit the jackpot with another exciting episode of The Middle Seats podcast! On this new entry, Jake, Nate and Andrew travel into the world of Army of the Dead and delve into the everlasting power of Marvel’s Eternals. We’ll also talk about which public figures have the best shot of making the transition to the silver screen. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:40 - Lobby Talk (Which celebrities could be good actors?) 14:01 - News (Willy Wonka, Last Night in Soho teaser, Eternals trailer) 38:40 - Review of Army of the Dead 55:25 - Ratings 1:00:40 - Spoiler Section 1:13:54 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Army of the Dead? What movie are you most excited for this summer? Let us know by commenting below!

Grab the family and listen in to the latest Middle Seats podcast! On this latest episode, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini review the popular new Netflix animated film The Mitchells vs. The Machines. There’s also talk about their most ill-advised movie recommendations, and some carnage from Venom fans as they address issues with latest superhero sequel. Take a seat and join us! 0:00 - Hellos 3:18 - Lobby Talk (Worst movie recommendations ) 15:11 - News (Black Superman, Stranger Things S4, Venom 2 trailer) 40:41 - Review of The Mitchells vs. the Machines 56:09 - Ratings 59:10 - Spoiler Section 1:14:59 - Final Thoughts What did you think of The Mitchells vs. the Machines? Are you excited for Venom: Let There be Carnage? Let us know by commenting below!

Critics come together in a tournament of champions on The Middle Seats podcast! It’s a jam-packed 50th episode for Andrew, Jake and Nate, as they double up with reviews of Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Mortal Kombat. They also talk a bizarre Oscar night and debate their best movie birthdays. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:38 - Lobby Talk (Who has the best movie birthday?) 14:20 - News (Th 93rd Academy Awards) 22:15 - Review of Falcon and the Winter Soldier 41:47 - Ratings 44:50 - Review of Mortal Kombat 58:45 - Spoiler Section 1:02:30 - Ratings 1:12:02 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Mortal Kombat? What’s your take on Marvel’s TV series so far? Let us know by commenting below!

Three podcasting titans collide to bring you their thoughts on one of the biggest movies of the year! On the latest Middle Seats podcast, Jake, Nate and Drew clash over the battle of Godzilla vs. Kong, pitch their own movie matchups that they would want to see in a versus film, and break out the box of nostalgia with a little Space Jam talk. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:39 - Lobby Talk (Pitch a versus movie) 19:21 - News (Knives Out sequels, Space Jam: A New Legacy, Box office update) 39:56 - Review of Godzilla vs. Kong 55:18 - Ratings 59:47 - Spoiler Section 1:14:05 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Godzilla vs. Kong? What’s your best pitch for a versus movie? Let us know by commenting below!

It’s familiar movies with different coats of paint on the latest Middle Seats Podcast. On this episode, Jake, Andrew, and Nate review Zack Snyder’s Justice League, discuss the new look Suicide Squad, and talk about what movies deserve a do-over from the same director. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:12 - Lobby Talk (Give a director a second take) 17:42 - News (Disney rescheduling, Luca release, The Suicide Squad trailer) 35:34 - Review of the Snyder Cut 51:42 - Ratings 56:49 - Spoiler Section 1:11:33 - Final Thoughts What did you think of the Snyder Cut? Where do you think the DCEU goes from here? Let us know by commenting below! If you like what you see, please subscribe and share our YouTube Channel Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-714147927 iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-middle-seats-show/id1324747814?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0x2lrxq43QFBCAxz0JxLgB Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/nate-lungarini/the-middle-seats-show Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @themiddleseats Contact us with any questions, comments, or critiques at [email protected]

Summon the strength to listen to the latest Middle Seats podcast! On this episode, Jake Hensler, Nate Lungarini and Andrew Auger review Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon, discuss the highs and lows of WandaVision, and preview the Oscars with a nominee chat. That and more—enjoy! 0:00 - Hellos 3:06 - Lobby Talk (Oscar voting) 11:16 - News (Oscar nominations, WandaVision series review) 39:24 - Review of Raya and the Last Dragon 52:23 - Ratings 56:29 - Spoiler Section 1:07:24 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Raya and the Last Dragon? What Best Picture nominee are you rooting for? Let us know by commenting below!

Travel across the majestic United States with The Middle Seats podcast in your ears! On the latest episode of this award-winning show (don’t fact check that), Jake Hensler, Nate Lungarini and Andrew Auger discuss the quiet impact of Oscar favorite Nomadland, get angry about the biggest Oscar snubs of recent history, and move some money around to see if they can afford Paramount+. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:40 - Lobby Talk (Biggest Oscar snubs) 17:36 - News (Spider-Man: No Way Home, Paramount+, Luca trailer) 29:19 - Review of Nomadland 46:13 - Ratings 52:22 - Spoiler Section 1:13:01 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Nomadland? What do you make of Paramount+ as a newcomer streaming service? Let us know by commenting below!

Strap in for the definitive cut of this latest episode of the Middle Seats Podcast. On this episode, Jake, Nate and Drew discuss Oscar-hopeful Judas and the Black Messiah, lament the noise surrounding the “new and improved” Justice League, and jump up on their soapboxes to discuss the best movie/TV speeches of all-time. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:47 - Lobby Talk (Great movie speeches) 11:11 - News (GameStop – the Movie, Gina Carano fired, The Snyder Cut) 38:41 - Review of Judas and the Black Messiah 51:46 - Ratings 55:56 - Spoiler Section 1:08:09 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Judas and the Black Messiah? What do you make of the GameStonk situation going through Hollywood? Let us know by commenting below!

Find your happy place and get ready for a soulful, wholesome episode of THE MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST. On this latest edition, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini review PIXAR’s latest SOUL, pitch their own movies for the beloved animated studio to make, and talk about who will win in the heavyweight bout between Godzilla and King Kong. Take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 2:52 - Lobby Talk (Pitch a Pixar movie) 14:42 - News (COVID update, Raya and the Last Dragon, Godzilla vs. Kong) 38:59 - Review of Soul 51:50 - Ratings 57:28 - Spoiler Section 1:14:31 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Soul? Are you excited about Godzilla vs. Kong? Let us know by commenting below!

It’s time to step back and review one of 2020’s biggest movies on The Middle Seats Podcast! It was too important to miss - on this episode, Drew, Nate and Jake take an in-depth look at the twists and turns of Christopher Nolan’s Tenet. Plus, a celebration of the best things we watched last year, and a case of killer robots on set? That and more - take a seat and listen! 0:00 - Hellos 3:01 - Lobby Talk (Best & Worst of 2020) 16:07 - News (Studio/Actor payment plans, robots on set?) 29:19 - Review of Tenet 46:13 - Ratings 52:22 - Spoiler Section 1:13:01 - Final Thoughts What did you think of Tenet? Where does it stack up against other Christopher Nolan movies? Let us know by commenting below!

Ring in the New Year with a brand new episode of The Middle Seats podcast! After months away , Jake, Drew and Nate return with an ode to the nightmares of 2020, a look ahead at how the future of movies is shifting before our very eyes, and a blockbuster review of Wonder Woman 1984. Take a seat and listen! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Most 2020 movie we've seen) – 4:27 News (HBO Max & Streaming in 2021) – 13:13 Review of Wonder Woman 1984 – 32:28 Ratings – 44:28 Spoiler Section – 48:01 Final Thoughts – 1:10:14 What did you think of Wonder Woman 1984? What do you make of the HBO Max schedule for 2021? Let us know by commenting below!

Unfortunately, the movie landscape remains barren due to the ongoing global pandemic. But that's not stopping The Middle Seats! There's still plenty of news to cover regarding both the infamous "Snyder Cut" of Justice League, as well as Christopher Nolan's mysterious Tenet. But that's not all! Introducing the Hollywood Hot Seat, where Drew and Jake will be grilling Nate with a no-holds-barred onslaught of movie questions. Listen in to hear some shocking revelations about your favorite podcaster! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Bold box office predictions) – 3:59 News (The Snyder Cut, Tenet trailer) – 12:55 Hollywood Hot Seat – 31:39 When do you think we'll see Tenet? Which of Nate's answers most shocked you? Let us know by commenting below!

Stuck inside but have no clue what to watch? The Middle Seats Podcast is here to help! On this episode, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini build a Quarantine Streaming SuperTeam, a guide to get you started. Dozens of movies and TV show recommendations packed into one hour of great conversation. We'll go through all the major streaming platforms, finding hidden gems, crowd pleasers, and binge-worthy shows. Enjoy! Timecodes: Netflix picks - 4:56 Disney+ picks - 20:24 HBO picks - 35:39 Amazon picks - 51:14 Do you agree with our quarantine picks? Any movies or shows you think we missed? Let us know by commenting below!

Sonic prides himself on being fast, but the Middle Seats may have taken things a little slow on this review. That’s right, the rowdy crew of Nate, Jake, and Drew are ready to roll with Sonic the Hedgehog in a new review! But there’s more than just the blue blur… taking the animation to the adult level, the crew will be discussing BoJack Horseman. It’s at the top of all of our quarantine catch-up lists, and we’ll go in-depth on what makes the cartoon horse show so great. Join us for a long-awaited episode of the Middle Seats! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (BoJack Horseman review) – 2:38 Spoiler Section – 14:53 Final Thoughts – 33:33 Review of Sonic the Hedgehog – 36:53 Ratings – 48:47 Spoiler Section – 54:30 Final Thoughts – 1:04:39 What did you think of Sonic the Hedgehog? Have you caught up on the final season of BoJack Horseman? Let us know by commenting below!

Here’s some stay-at-home shenanigans for all our fellow quarantined listeners! The Middle Seats crew of Jake, Drew, and Nate have spent the past few months running our Box Office Draft. And we’re finally ready to unveil the results… where the loser must watch an AWFUL movie three times in a row. There’s also a bigger discussion regarding the movie industry as Hollywood navigates COVID-19. Is straight-to-streaming the future? Are drive-ins coming back? And can 2021 be the greatest year in films since 2008? All our thoughts to these questions are in this latest podcast! Timecodes: Box Office Results – 3:25 News (How Hollywood is handling coronavirus) – 14:14 2008: A year in review – 38:44 What’s your take on how coronavirus will affect the movie industry? Do you agree that 2008 was a huge year for Hollywood? Let us know by commenting below!

Who’s ready for the 2020 Oscars? THE MIDDLE SEATS sure is, and we have lots to talk about! Two foreign films have entered the scene: Parasite, which is sure to fight with 1917 for Best Picture. The other fresh into theaters is DOLITTLE, which reportedly features RDJ in a thicker accent than Tropic Thunder, but with a surprising lack of humor. Is the animal-family-flick as bad as they say? Only way to find out is to tune in to the show! Timecodes Lobby Talk (Oscar predictions) – 2:32 Box Office Draft update – 13:31 News (Star Wars rumors, National Treasure 3, Morbius trailer) – 18:52 Review of Dolittle – 42:32 Ratings – 55:00 Spoiler Section – 59:00 Final Thoughts – 1:07:59 What did you think of Dolittle? And who is winning big at the Oscars? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy 2020 everyone! Thanks for sticking with us for another year of movies… and to commemorate the start of a new decade, the MIDDLE SEATS are ready to go over all our favorite films of 2019. Nate, Jake, and Drew will list off our favorite flicks of the last year… just in time for you to catch up before the Oscars! We’ll also do a quick update to our BOX OFFICE DRAFT, where Drew is recovering from his post-Star Wars hangover, while Jake weighs the consequences of his CATS decision. Please join us for this special episode! Timecodes: Box Office update: 2:40 # 5 and Honorable Mentions: 9:45 #4 picks: 21:00 #3 picks: 28:32 #2 picks: 36:09 #1 picks for 2019: 45:32 What were your favorite movies of 2019? What did you think about our lists? Let us know by commenting below!

Wait, a Star Wars review in 2020? Jake, Nate and Drew must have been on a different transport! The MIDDLE SEATS are ready to review Disney’s finale to one of the biggest trilogies of the last decade… STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER! Drew’s been mediating to determine the state of the franchise, while Nate has been moping like Kylo Ren over his disappointment with The Last Jedi. Jake… Jake has just been hanging out with Babu Frik, and is probably the best for it! There’s so much movie to unpack here, so enjoy this deep dive with all of us. Light speed’s ready, blasters are loaded, and the Force is on our side… Timecodes: Ratings – 14:53 Spoiler Section / Act One – 20:29 Act Two – 41:01 Act Three – 54:23 Final Thoughts – 1:11:02 What did you think of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker? Where would you rank it in the series? Let us know by commenting below!

With the release of Star Wars: the Rise of Skywalker rapidly approaching, The Middle Seats crew prepares by reflecting on the good, bad, and ugly of the Star Wars saga. The sequel trilogy gets its time in the sun, as Jake, Nate and Drew discuss Star Wars: the Force Awakens.