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Waiting in the Sky

by TJ Starman

Host TJ Starman explores the latest and favorites in movies, video games, sports and anything else he thinks will blow our minds! Mainline episodes are released biweekly on Thursdays, review episodes are released weekly, and The Bear Market and The Bull Market are released biweekly on Wednesdays in-season.

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  1. REWIND: What's the Best Final Fantasy Game PART 4 w/ Highwind Herald & Richard (From Ep. 203)

    In honor of the release of Final Fantasy XVI, part 4 of this special 4-part Waiting in the Sky: Rewind takes us back to the madness of March 2022 when TJ was joined by Wolfkinz and Solois of the Highwind Herald podcast for an in-depth look at the Final Fantasy mainline series. An all Final…

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  2. REWIND: What's the Best Final Fantasy Game PART 3 w/ Highwind Herald & Richard (From Ep. 203)

    In honor of the release of Final Fantasy XVI, part 3 of this special 4-part Waiting in the Sky: Rewind takes us back to the madness of March 2022 when TJ was joined by Wolfkinz and Solois of the Highwind Herald podcast for an in-depth look at the Final Fantasy mainline series. An all Final…

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  3. REWIND: What's the Best Final Fantasy Game PART 2 w/ Highwind Herald & Richard (From Ep. 203)

    In honor of the release of Final Fantasy XVI, part 2 of this special 4-part Waiting in the Sky: Rewind takes us back to the madness of March 2022 when TJ was joined by Wolfkinz and Solois of the Highwind Herald podcast for an in-depth look at the Final Fantasy mainline series. An all Final…

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  4. REWIND: What's the Best Final Fantasy Game PART 1 w/ Highwind Herald & Richard (From Ep. 203)

    In honor of the release of Final Fantasy XVI, part 1 of this special 4-part Waiting in the Sky: Rewind takes us back to the madness of March 2022 when TJ was joined by Wolfkinz and Solois of the Highwind Herald podcast for an in-depth look at the Final Fantasy mainline series. An all Final…

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  5. REWIND: Spider-Man Characters We Want in Live-Action w/ Benjamin X & InfernalGriffin (From Ep. 204)

    In honor of 'Across the Spider-Verse', this Waiting in the Sky: Rewind takes us back to March of 2022 when TJ was joined by Benjamin X and InfernalGriffin to share their lists of the top 5 Spider-Man side characters they'd like to see in a live-action movie after 'Morbius'. Find this podcast and...

  6. 308: New Year's Eve 2022 - Counting Down to 2023 in Movie Titles

    It's time to celebrate the end of 2022, the first full year of the Waiting in the Sky Podcast! To bring some excitement for the new year, TJ highlights a... unique collection of movies. For more Waiting in the Sky content, follow/like/subscribe: Twitter: @InTheSkyPod, @tjstarman Facebook: Waiting...

  7. 307: National Treasure - Past, Present, & Future (w/ Darryl Edge of Cage/Rage - A Nicolas Cage Podcast)

    "Wait... so was Nicolas Cage the National Treasure all along?" We're on the Edge of History; A National Treasure television series is upon us and in honor of this, TJ takes a look at the past, present, and future of this cherished franchise. Joining him to do so is Darryl Edge, host of the...

  8. 306: Holiday Specials - Shrek, Guardians of the Galaxy, & Star Wars (w/ Richard)

    It's December! Nobody can argue that it is now officially holiday season, right? TJ is joined by the show's audio producer, Richard, to dive into the concept of a Holiday special installment of a movie franchise. They also share their experiences watching 3 such specials with let's just say......

  9. 305: Revisiting God of War and Ragnarok First Impressions (w/ InfernalGriffin)

    Kratos makes another grand appearance with the release of God of War: Ragnarok. TJ is joined by returning guest Isaac (aka InfernalGriffin) and the two take a look back at the franchise that has ventured through both Greek and Norse mythology before TJ shares first impressions of the latest in…

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  10. 304 (PART 2): What if Marvel Studios' "K.E.V.I.N" Created the DCEU? Phase Two

    It's a special multi-part episode delving into an alternate universe where the DC Extended Universe of superhero movies was built using the formula of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Part 2 elevates from the exciting introduction of the Justice League at the end of Phase 1 to Batman 3 and beyond!...

  11. 304 (PART 1): What if Marvel Studios' "K.E.V.I.N" Created the DCEU? Phase One

    It's a special multi-part episode delving into an alternate universe where the DC Extended Universe of superhero movies was built using the formula of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Part 1 gives us a look at Phase One, from Batman to Justice League. For more Waiting in the Sky content,...

  12. MOVIE REVIEW: Halloween Ends

    The modern trilogy of Halloween is concluded, but is it really the end of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode? TJ shares his thoughts on what he feels is a disappointing conclusion to this latest Halloween story. For more Waiting in the Sky content, follow/like/subscribe: Twitter: @InTheSkyPod,...

  13. 303: Ranking the Scream Franchise (w/ Aaron)

    It's officially #SpookySZN and to kick it off right, TJ decided to watch all 5 (currently released) Scream movies... FOR THE FIRST TIME! The next natural step is to rank the entries while sharing thoughts on each. To help him do so, TJ called in backup in the form of returning guest, Aaron who is…

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  14. MOVIE REVIEW: Don't Worry Darling

    Olivia Wilde brought us Booksmart in 2019, a film that quickly became a personal favorite for TJ. It was light, fun, and had a heavy emphasis on human relationships. Don't Worry Darling is Wilde's second directorial effort on a feature film and while it has several bright spots, TJ feels it falls...

  15. 302: Gaming Announcements from Nintendo, Sony, & Ubisoft (w/ Richard, Aaron, & InfernalGriffin)

    It's been big news galore in the world of gaming since the last episode! TJ is joined by three regular guests of the podcast to break down three of the big announcement streams that all premiered in a single week. Waiting in the Sky's Audio Producer Richard hops on to talk about the Nintendo...

  16. MOVIE REVIEW: Pearl

    "X" was a refreshing horror-slasher set in 1970s Texas. When it released in March of 2022, it became known that director Ti West had actually shot the film back-to-back with a secret prequel. Now just 6 months after the release of "X", West and A24 have released "Pearl", giving audiences a…

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  17. 301: The Ultimate Karate Kid/Cobra Kai Tournament (w/ Jenny & Collin of Are You Karate Kidding Me?)

    It's time! Season 3 of the Waiting in the Sky podcast kicks off in electric fashion with a tournament pitting 10 competitors from the Karate Kid/Cobra Kai "Miyagiverse" against each other to determine who truly is the best around. TJ is joined by the passionate, knowledgeable, and funny hosts of...

  18. REVIEW: Thor: Love and Thunder

    This is the surprise final episode of Season 2! Before we take a much needed break to retool and recharge, let's first breakdown the latest in the MCU. Thor 4 is subtitled "Love and Thunder" but would "Love and Laughter" be more appropriate? This movie goes hard into the Waititi-brand comedy…

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  19. 210: Elvis/Music Biopics & Obi-Wan Kenobi/Star Wars TV

    It's been a another busy week in entertainment media, with one of history's biggest stars hitting screens across the country: Obi-Wan Kenobi... ok ok Elvis also premiered to public audiences this week. In a more self-contained episode, TJ is joined by Richard to talk about the latest Sonic the...

  20. REVIEW: The Umbrella Academy Season 3

    The Umbrellas and the Sparrows collide in the third season of the enigmatic superhero series, The Umbrella Academy. TJ gives a non-spoiler review of the latest batch of 10 episodes of the Netflix series that puts the "fun" in dysfunctional family dynamics. At what point is the literal apocalypse…

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  21. 209: Summer Game Fest Recap & Impressions (w/ Aaron Winston & InfernalGriffin)

    Better late than never... right? The cursed week of episodes continues with the release of episode 209. TJ, Richard, and a couple of familiar voices focus on the world of gaming with impressions of Blizzard's predatory practices in Diablo Immortal and a full breakdown on the biggest video game...

  22. REVIEW: The Quarry

    Murphy's law: What can go wrong, will go wrong. That was the theme of the past week as every level of setback seemed to hit this review episode. Fortunately, Murphy's law doesn't have jurisdiction in Hackett's Quarry... or does it? In this episode, TJ breaks down The Quarry, the follow-up to…

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  23. REVIEW: Stranger Things Season 4, Vol. 1

    After nearly 3 full years, we finally have new episodes of Stranger Things... but Netflix couldn't help but tease us a little more and so we've only gotten the first 7 episodes to start. TJ ventures into Hawkins and beyond in this review, and hopefully this helps pass some time until the final 2...

  24. 208: Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 1 Impressions (w/ Scoops Ahoy's Whitney & Collin) & The Boys Top 5 Character Lists (w/ Josh & Mike from Australia)

    It's officially Summer blockbuster season, but are the first two hits actually TV shows? First, Richard airs his concerns about the current state of Magic: The Gathering on "The Dick Pick". Next, TJ is joined by the hosts of Scoops Ahoy: A Stranger Things Podcast, Whitney Danhauer and Collin...

  25. REVIEW: Top Gun: Maverick

    It's time for our egos to write some checks that our bodies can't cash. Wait... no we can do better. I've got the need, the need for speed! No, that doesn't feel right either. You can be my wingman anytime? Too cliche. Ughhhhh come on, talk to me Goose. Oh! That's it! That's the one! Pretend…

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  26. MEGA MINI REVIEW: Angelyne, Men, Vampire: The Masquerade - Swansong, & Chip N Dale Rescue Rangers

    After another absolutely loaded week in entertainment media, TJ breaks out the "mega mini review" format to give a glimpse at 4 of the most interesting series/movies/games to release. First, Angelyne (or really Emmy Rossum) catches TJ's eye as he gives a review of the Peacock original limited...

  27. 207: Duke Nukem Leaks, Perkisizing with the Heavyweights, & A Leap of Faith into the Assassin's Creed Series (w/ InfernalGriffin)

    It's been slow around these parts lately, so why don't we throw it back a bit with some favorites? Episode 207 kicks off with Richard bringing up the recent Duke Nukem Forever build that was leaked. The guys dig into the history of the character and the franchise that shares his name. Next…

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  28. REVIEW: Firestarter (1984 & 2022 Comparison)

    It's a double dose of Stephen King as TJ dives into not one, but two theatrical depictions of King's novel "Firestarter". Spoilers are sprinkled throughout as TJ first details the events of the 1984 film starring a young Drew Barrymore before shifting to a review and comparison of the next Drew...

  29. REVIEW: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

    Strange things get stranger in this review of the latest MCU film. TJ starts off by providing non-spoiler thoughts for anyone still on the fence about seeing the new Doctor Strange before being joined by Richard and returning guest Benjamin X for a lengthy spoiler session. Non-Spoiler Review:...

  30. 206: Ranking the Harry Potter Movies & Good Cage, Bad Cage (w/ BrianBrackets)

    We're doubling down on movies in this episode as TJ explores two of the names most synonymous with cinema: Harry Potter and Nicolas Cage. First TJ and Richard play "Good Cage, Bad Cage", trading summaries and recaps of Nicolas Cage movies from two opposites ends of the quality spectrum. Then TJ…

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  31. REVIEW: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

    It's a magical Monday review episode as TJ breaks down his thoughts on "The Secrets of Dumbledore", the latest entry in the Fantastic Beasts and Wizarding World franchise. After sharing his thoughts on the film itself, TJ makes an interesting comparison of the franchise to another popular YA…

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  32. 205: Gaming Music at the Grammys, LEGO Star Wars Deconstructed, & Cracking the Video Game Movie Code (w/ Silver of Into the Garbage Chute & Aaron Winston)

    It's video game music, a movie-based video game, and video game movies all wrapped into a single episode! If you're confused, don't be! TJ kicks things off with the obligatory Kingdom Hearts 4 news before Richard brings The 8-Bit Big Band's groundbreaking Grammy win to the forefront in this...

  33. REVIEW: Sonic the Hedgehog 2

    The Blue Blur is back and this time, Sonic has Knuckles and Tails by his side! TJ calls in 2 friends of his own as backup as he, Richard, and Aaron Winston breakdown the newest video game movie to hit theaters. Listen for the standout moments of the movie and numerous references and Easter eggs...

  34. REVIEW: Morbius

    Hot off the success of Spider-Man: No Way Home comes a spidey spinoff from Sony. TJ breaks down his thoughts on a film that is so realistic, he legitimately felt like he had the life sucked out of him. Follow the show on social media: Twitter: @InTheSkyPod, @tjstarman Facebook:...

  35. 204: Tunic & Puzzle Games, The State of Grand Theft Auto, and Spider-Man Side Characters (w/ Fatter Than Most, Benjamin X, & InfernalGriffin)

    Episode 204 kicks off with a chat with Richard about Tunic, the Fez/Zelda inspired game that features some mind-blowing puzzles. Next, TJ welcomes the show's first international guest, UK native Fatter Than Most, for a look at the current state of the Grand Theft Auto series with the GTA Remaster...

  36. MEGA MINI REVIEW: Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origins, X, Halo Series Premiere, & Kirby and the Forgotten Land

    March has been LOADED with new releases! Rather than pick just one to focus a review on, TJ decides to premiere a "Mega Mini Review" Episode with first impressions on four March releases. First, TJ talks about his experience so far with the latest Final Fantasy game: Stranger of Paradise. Next…

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  37. 203: Pokémon Priorities, Final Fantasy March Madness, & Leprechaun Layups (w/ BrianBrackets & Highwind Herald)

    We swear we wanted to keep this one shorter... TJ embraces St. Patrick's Day and March Madness with an episode filled to the brim with laughter and magic. First off, Richard leads "The Dick Pick" with a look ahead to the newly announced Pokémon games and a look back at past starter Pokémon. Next,...

  38. REVIEW: The Cuphead Show

    Were you expecting some video game or tv show reviews only to be let down week after week as TJ covered yet another movie? Well how about covering both in one convenient combo? This week TJ dives into "The Cuphead Show", an animated Netflix series based on the video game "Cuphead". TJ gives a…

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  39. REVIEW: The Batman

    Welcome to this review of "The Batman", I'm Vengeance. Just kidding, its TJ again sharing thoughts on the latest adaptation of DC's Dark Knight that sees Robert Pattinson suit up as the World's Greatest Detective. Does this adaptation standout in a crowd of polarizing superhero movies? After...

  40. 202: Bears, Bats, Blockbuster Scores for Elden Ring (w/ InfernalGriffin & Windy City Gridiron's Jacob Infante)

    It's a JAMPACKED episode of Waiting in the Sky! First, TJ and Richard chat in this episode's edition of "The Dick Pick" with a look at the hype surrounding Elden Ring, the hottest new game release and the general concept of difficulty in video games. Next, there's a brand new Batman movie...

  41. REVIEW: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

    In this Monday Review episode, TJ warns the world about Leatherface... and the latest movie to feature the classic slasher. TJ gives a spoiler-filled recap of the Netflix film that doubles as both a reboot and a sequel. What better setup than the cliched horror trope of an influencer ghost town...

  42. REVIEW: Uncharted (w/ Aaron Winston)

    In this Review episode, TJ is joined again by Aaron Winston as the two share their reaction to the Uncharted movie, starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg. He may be known for using parkour to get out of tight situations, but can Nathan Drake clear the low bar set by all the video game movies…

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  43. 201: The Bulls are Back, Bender Isn’t & Nathan Drake in Uncharted Territory (w/ Kyle & Aaron)

    It's the first official episode of the season 2 relaunch! TJ introduces new audio producer Richard and they tackle the Futurama Hulu reboot without John DiMaggio as Bender. Then, it's finally time to talk about the Chicago Bulls! Cousin Kyle jumps in to share his thoughts on the Chicago…

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  44. REVIEW: Jackass Forever

    Kicking off Monday Review episodes, TJ shares his thoughts on the quintessential Valentine's Day movie: Jackass Forever. Does the latest installment in the franchise stack up to its predecessors? And why is this the movie the world needs right now? Follow the show on social media: Twitter:...

  45. 106 - GAMES: Kingdom Hearts

    Over 20 years ago, there was an idea to combine two different kinds of magic. The worlds of Final Fantasy and Disney combined to create something entirely new - a video game series that would capture the imagination of a young TJ Starman and would stick with him to this very day. That video game...

  46. 103 - MOVIES: Adam Sandler Pt. 3 (The Netflix Era)

    It's Netflix time babyyyyyy! In the 3rd and final installment of the Adam Sandler comedy series, TJ breaks down the 8 most recent Sandler comedies most of which have been released as Netflix originals. After comparing critical and personal rankings, TJ wraps up the debut series of the podcast by...

  47. 102 - MOVIES: Adam Sandler Pt. 2 (The Buddy Era)

    What's better than getting together with a bunch of your old friends, cracking a few cold ones, and just having a good time? Nothing... well besides listening to this breakdown of the "Buddy Era" of Adam Sandler comedies. In part 2 of 3, TJ looks at a huge range of quality as he shares his…

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  48. 101 - MOVIES: Adam Sandler Pt. 1 (The Golden Era)

    It's the DEBUT EPISODE of the Waiting in the Sky Podcast and host TJ Starman goes to a comfort zone: Adam Sandler comedies. In part 1 of 3, TJ talks about what he's dubbed the "Golden Era" of Adam Sandler comedies from Billy Madison in 1995 through Click in 2006. Using critic review scores, TJ…

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Host TJ Starman explores the latest and favorites in movies, video games, sports and anything else he thinks will blow our minds! Mainline episodes are released biweekly on Thursdays, review episodes are released weekly, and The Bear Market and The Bull Market are released biweekly on Wednesdays in-season.

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