It’s WrestleMania Season Baby! This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are predicting WrestleMania XL, and reviewing X-Men ’97, Invincible, and Shogun. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 WrestleMania XL: 2:19 X-Men ’97: 40:30 Invincible: 45:00 Shogun: 53:23 WrestleMania XL Predictions Night One (Saturday, April 6th) Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch (Women’s World Championship) Darryl: Rhea, Brian: Rhea Six-Pack Tag Team Ladder Match (SmackDown Qualifier Tournament) – (The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) vs. The Awesome Truth (The Miz and R-Truth) vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) vs. A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory and Grayson Waller) vs. New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) Darryl: #DIY & The Awesome Truth, Brian: #DIY & The Awesome Truth Rey Mysterio and Andrade vs. Santos Escobar and “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio (Tag Team Match) Darryl: Mysterio/Adrade, Brian: Escobar/Dirty Dom Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso (Singles Match) Darryl: Jey, Brian: Jey Bianca Belair, Naomi & Jade Cargill vs. Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Kairi Sane) Darryl: Bianca, Naomi & Jade, Brian: Bianca, Naomi & Jade Gunther (c) vs. Sami Zayn (Intercontinental Championship) Darryl: Sami, Brian: Sami The Bloodline (The Rock and Roman Reigns) vs. Cody Rhodes and Seth “Freakin” Rollins (Main Event) Darryl: The Bloodline, Brian: The Bloodline Night Two (Sunday, April 7th) Seth “Freakin” Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyre (World Heavyweight Championship Match) Darryl: Drew, Brian: Drew Philadelphia Street Fight: The Pride (Bobby Lashley, Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford) vs. The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Akam & Rezar) Darryl: The Pride, Brian: The Pride LA Knight vs. AJ Styles (Singles Match) Darryl: AJ, Brian AJ Triple Threat: Logan Paul (c) vs. Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens (Match for the United States Championship) Darryl: Logan Paul, Brian: Randy Orton Iyo Sky (c) vs. Bayley (WWE Women’s Championship Match) Darryl: Bayley, Brian: Bayley Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Cody Rhodes (Main Event) Darryl: Cody, Brian: Cody X-Men ’97 (Disney+) Episode 4 – “Lifedeath – Part 1” Out of 5 Mojo Risings Darryl: 3.5/5 Brian: 3.25/5 Storm’s Loss and Forge’s Burden Episode 4 of X-Men ’97 takes a detour from the mutant intrigue surrounding the Friends of Humanity (FOH) to focus on Storm and the aftermath of her power loss. Wracked with guilt over having created the technology used in the FOH’s dampeners, Forge tries to make amends by assisting Storm in regaining her control over the weather. The episode delves into Forge’s past through flashbacks, revealing a younger version pressured by the government to build these mutant-suppressing devices. As they work together, a sense of connection grows between Storm and Forge, hinting at a potential romance. A Budding Romance and Unexpected Feelings While Storm grapples with her powerlessness, we see a sweeter side of Jubilee’s personality. Her interactions with Sunspot (Roberto da Costa) suggest a budding romance blossoming between the two mutants. However, a new wrinkle appears with Forge. His interactions with Storm suggest a deeper attachment, potentially setting the stage for a love triangle in the future. More Villains Unveiled The episode’s true antagonist finally steps into the light: Mister Sinister. It’s revealed that he’s been manipulating the FOH from the shadows, likely with the intention of using them to capture and potentially experiment on mutants. This adds a new layer of complexity to the situation, making Mister Sinister’s goals a central point of future episodes. A Daring Choice? “Lifedeath – Part 1” ends on a suspenseful note. Forge reveals a potentially risky method to restore Storm’s powers, leavi

One is Mostly Good, Whilst One is Great! This week on the Toonsday Animation Reviews, Brian and Darryl are talking about the most recent episodes of Invincible and X-Men ’97. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Invincible: 3:16 X-Men ’97: 19:17 Invincible (Amazon Prime) Out of 5 Who Doesn’t Have Agency Now Ambers Darryl: 3.25/5 Brian: 3.55/5 Title: “I’m Not Going Anywhere” Directed by: Ian Abando Written by: Simon Racioppa Date Aired: March 28, 2024 Summary Mark and Amber attend a comic convention, but he leaves to help Rex. After Cecil puts the Immortal on temporary leave, Rudy returns as the Guardians’ leader. Donald discovers that he has died numerous times and that the original ordered the memories to be erased. Nonetheless, he later overcomes the trauma while dissuading Rick from committing suicide. While on a date, Mark is confronted by the Viltrumite Anissa who tries to remind him to have Earth join the Viltrumite Empire. When Mark abruptly leaves to save a cruise ship from a kaiju, Anissa joins him and effortlessly kills it, saving the passengers. Despite proving Earth’s weakness, Anissa fails to convince Mark to complete his mission and grievously beats him before ultimately sparing him and leaving to report back to Kregg. Amidst this, the Viltrumites confront a passing Allen, who feigns defeat and allows himself to be captured. After breaking up with Amber, Mark is called by Angstrom who has taken Debbie and Oliver hostage. X-Men ’97 (Disney+) Out of 5 Is The Inferno Upon Us Darryl: 4.3/5 Brian: 4.35/5 Title: “Fire Made Flesh” Directed by: Emi Yonemura Written by: Beau DeMayo and Charley Feldman Date Aired: March 27, 2024 Summary The X-Men take in the Jean look-alike, who Beast determines is the real Jean. Mister Sinister contacts the other Jean, revealing her to be a clone he created, before asserting control of her and turning her into the Goblin Queen. She kidnaps Nathan and hands him off to Sinister before subjecting the X-Men to horrific visions until the real Jean confronts her telepathically, during which the latter reminds her of their shared memories. Morph leads the X-Men to one of Sinister’s labs, where they find him infecting Nathan with a techno-organic virus under the belief that it will turn him into the ultimate mutant. Free of Sinister’s control, the clone turns on him, but Nathan is left gravely ill. The clone and Cyclops task Bishop with taking Nathan to the future in the hopes of finding a cure there. Afterward, the clone leaves the X-Men, taking the name Madelyne Pryor. Meanwhile, Storm meets with Forge who tells her he can restore her powers. Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

If You Ever Wondered What Connor McGregor Was Really Like… This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are reviewing the Amazon Prime Original Road House, Episodes 5 & 6 of Shogun, and Apple’s Masters of the Air. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Road House: 8:21 Shogun: 28:39 Masters of the Air: 47:40 Road House (Amazon Prime, 2024) Out of 10 I Really Missed All the Throats Being Ripped Outs Darry: 4/10 Brian: 5.5/10 Summary The 2024 remake of the classic 1989 film “Road House” follows Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal), a former UFC fighter who takes a job as a bouncer at a roadhouse in the Florida Keys. However, Dalton soon discovers that the paradise-like setting hides a more sinister underbelly, as a group of criminals led by the ruthless Ben Brandt (Billy Magnussen) and his enforcer Knox (Conor McGregor) attempt to take over the bar and the surrounding land. Dalton must use his fighting skills and wits to protect the roadhouse and its staff, including Ellie (Daniela Melchior) and Frankie (Jessica Williams). Cast & Crew Director Doug Liman Cast Jake Gyllenhaal as Dalton Daniela Melchior as Ellie Conor McGregor as Knox Jessica Williams as Frankie Lukas Gage as Billy Billy Magnussen as Ben Brandt Joaquim de Almeida as Sheriff B.K. Cannon as Laura Arturo Castro as Moe Darren Barnet as Sam Dominique Columbus as Reef Post Malone as Carter Production Notes The 2024 “Road House” is a remake of the 1989 cult classic film starring Patrick Swayze. Conor McGregor makes his acting debut as the villainous Knox, providing a physical threat to Gyllenhaal’s Dalton. The film updates the setting from a small town in Missouri to the Florida Keys, giving it a more tropical and modern feel. While following the basic premise of the original, the 2024 version introduces new characters and a more fleshed-out backstory for Dalton. Amazon’s MGM Studios produced the film and is an exclusive release on Prime Video starting March 21, 2024. Shogun (FX) Episode 5: “Broken to the Fist” Out of 5 A Dead Husbands Untimely Returns Darryl: 4.25/5 Brian: 4.25/5 Summary Toranaga returns to Ajiro with his entire army, and upon learning of Nagakado’s killing of Jozen, he strips him of his command of the cannon regiment and gives the position to Omi. Having survived the ordeal in Osaka to escape to Edo, Buntaro moves in to live with Blackthorne and Mariko. Blackthorne is gifted a freshly killed pheasant by Toranaga, which he hangs in the front yard of his house to age and instructs the household not to touch it until it matures. During dinner, Blackthorne and Buntaro engage in a sake-drinking binge before Buntaro proves his archery skills while drunk and forces Mariko to tell Blackthorne about how her father, Akechi Jinsai, murdered Lord Kuroda Nobuhisa, the previous ruler of Japan before the Taikō, and was forced to execute his family before committing seppuku, and that she married Buntaro and was forced to live as atonement for her father’s crime. Later that night, upon learning that Mariko has been assaulted by Buntaro, Blackthorne confronts him outside, but Buntaro lays down his sword and apologizes for disturbing his home. The next day, after a long discussion with Mariko, Blackthorne returns home to discover that Uejiro, the house’s gardener, took down the rotting pheasant to bury and was executed as a result. Blackthorne declines Fuji’s request to kill her for disobeying his order regarding the pheasant and approaches Toranaga with a request to permanently leave Japan. A massive earthquake causes a landslide and Blackthorne rescues Toranaga from being buried alive. Blackthorne returns to a heavily damaged Ajiro and discovers that Fuji had been injured. The following day, Muraji leads Yabushige and Omi to Uejirou’s hut and manages to convince them that he is the spy that they were searching for. In Osaka, the remaining regents debate on who will take Toranaga’s place on th

Rex Splode Lives! (Somehow) & Professor X Is Toast This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl delve into the shocking twists, character development, and stage-setting moments of Invincible’s episode “It’s Not That Simple.” Then they’re cracking the X-Factor open to discuss the mutant intrigue, leadership struggles, and classic villain returns in the first two episodes of X-Men ’97!” Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Invincible: 5:41 X-Men ’97: 18:19 Invincible: Season 2, Episode 6 Out of 5 Proof That Rex’s Brain is Super Smalls Darryl: 4/5 Brian: 4/5 Title: “It’s Not That Simple” Written by: Vivian Lee Directed by: Sol Choi Release Date: March 21, 2024 Summary Invincible’s “It’s Not That Simple” throws some surprising punches. What appears to be Rex Splode’s demise is a clever fake-out, revealing his remarkable resilience. Similarly, Shrinking Rae defies expectations by escaping from Komodo Dragon’s grasp. The episode also explores character growth. We see Debbie’s unwavering determination to keep her family together, even against pressure from the authorities. The usually stoic Immortal displays a surprising vulnerability during Dupli-Kate’s funeral. Mark grapples with the constant push and pull of his superhero duties and personal life. “It’s Not That Simple” isn’t just about emotional fallout. Allen the Alien’s cryptic message hints at future threats, while the discovery of Nolan’s novels sheds light on his past and potentially shapes their future relationship. The episode ends on a high note, with the Viltrumites setting their sights on Earth. This sets the stage for a big showdown that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact. Overall, “It’s Not That Simple” serves as a turning point in the season. It delves into the emotional consequences of superhero life while setting the stage for a major showdown with the Viltrumite Empire. X-Men ’97: Episodes 1 & 2 Picking Up the Pieces The series opens following the events of X-Men: The Animated Series finale. Professor X’s assassination at the hands of Henry Gyrich has left the X-Men reeling. Public opinion towards mutants has shifted slightly, with some expressing sympathy due to the attack. However, anti-mutant sentiment remains strong, as evidenced by the Friends of Humanity (FOH) activities. Episode 1 Out of 5 Cyclops is the Mans Darryl: 3.5/5 Brian: 4/5 Title: “To Me, My X-Men” Written by: Beau DeMayo Directed by: Jake Castorena Release Date: March 20, 2024 Summary – The FOH kidnaps a wealthy young mutant named Roberto da Costa (Sunspot). They plan to sell him to a mysterious buyer for a hefty sum. – Wolverine rescues Sunspot, but the X-Men struggle to trust the government, represented by Val Cooper. She assures them the UN has destroyed all Sentinels (giant mutant-hunting robots) and is investigating the FOH’s Sentinel technology. – Jean Grey and Cyclops reminisce about their past and contemplate a future beyond the X-Men, particularly considering their upcoming child. – The episode introduces a new theme: mutants debating whether to integrate with society or remain separate. Episode 2 Out of 5 Magneto Makes Valid Points Darryl: 4/5 Brian: 4.15/5 Title: “Mutant Liberation Begins” Written by: Beau DeMayo Directed by: Chase Conley Release Date: March 20, 2024 Summary – Magneto is surprisingly offered a pardon for his past crimes in exchange for helping the X-Men track down the source of the FOH’s Sentinel tech. Cyclops remains suspicious of Magneto’s motives. – The episode explores the emotional toll of Professor X’s death and leadership challenges within the X-Men. – We see the return of classic X-Men villains like Pyro and Mystique, hinting at a larger conspiracy at play. Additional Notes – The ani

When It’s Time To Review Ghostbusters, Who Ya Gonna Call? Carlo of Course! This week on the podcast, Brian and Darry are joined by Carlo Seta to review the latest Ghostbusters film, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Plus the talk about the new D+ Series Teaser for The Acolyte. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 The Acolyte: 9:45 Frozen Empire: 23:29 The Acolyte (June 4, 2024 on Disney+) Official Trailer From Disney+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtytYWhg2mc Summary Set during the twilight of the High Republic era, roughly 100 years before the events of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, the story follows a seasoned Jedi Master investigating a series of unsettling crimes. This investigation leads him to confront a powerful warrior from his past, who could be a former Padawan learner. As they delve deeper, they uncover a web of dark secrets and sinister forces threatening the stability of the Jedi Order and the Republic itself. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) Out of 10 That Run Felt Like 5 Years Carlo: 5.75/10 Darryl: 4.5/10 Brian: 4/10 Summary The Spengler family heads back to the familiar New York firehouse, headquarters for the original Ghostbusters who’ve been busy creating a high-tech ghost-hunting lab. However, their work is interrupted when an ancient artifact is discovered, unleashing a wave of ghostly foes and plunging the city into a dangerous winter chill. The rookie Ghostbusters and the veterans must combine their talents to save the world from a second Ice Age. Cast & Crew – Directed by Gil Kenan with a screenplay co-written by Kenan and Jason Reitman. – New Cast Members: Paul Rudd (Trevor Spengler), Carrie Coon (Callie Spengler), Finn Wolfhard (Trevor’s son), Mckenna Grace (Phoebe Spengler, Trevor’s daughter), Celeste O’Connor (Lucky Domingo), and Logan Kim (Podcast). – Returning Cast Members: Bill Murray (Peter Venkman), Dan Aykroyd (Ray Stantz), Ernie Hudson (Winston Zeddemore), Annie Potts (Dana Barrett), and William Atherton (Walter Peck). – New additions to the cast include Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Emily Alyn Lind, and James Acaster. Production Notes This is the fifth installment in the Ghostbusters franchise, and the first since the death of director Ivan Reitman who receives a posthumous credit as a producer. The film is also a dedication to his memory and celebrates the 40th anniversary of the original Ghostbusters movie. The film premiered on March 14, 2024, and was widely released on March 22nd. Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show was produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

Blackthorne Was Teaching All Sorts of Things This Week This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about Beau DeMayo and woke on woke crime, Teen Titans Live-Action nonsense, Invincible season 2 part 2 and who is the biggest victim, and an “explosive” episode of Shogun. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Beau DeMayo: 3:44 Teen Titans: 15:49 Invincible: 24:37 Shogun: 37:10 News Bites Marvel Shocker: ‘X-Men ’97’ Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Weeks Before Premiere https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/marvel-shocker-x-men-97-creator-beau-demayo-fired-1235850423/ ‘Teen Titans’ Live-Action Movie a Go at DC Studios https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/teen-titans-live-action-movie-1235853170/ Invincible (Amason) Out of 5 It’s Not So Much an Amber Problem as Much as She’s Got to be the Victim Problems Darryl: 3.7/5 Brian: 3.8/5 Season 2 Episode 5: This Must Come as a Shock Directed by: Haylee Herrick Written by: Helen Leigh Date Aired: March 14, 2024 Summary: In “This Must Come as a Shock,” we see the aftermath of the Viltrumite attack. Mark stays on Thraxa for two months, helping to rebuild the cities before returning to Earth with his brother Nolan. At the Global Defense Agency (GDA), things are far from normal. Donald confronts Cecil about his body, only to discover Cecil’s brain has been placed within a robotic endoskeleton after his death. The Guardians’ world is rocked again when they discover a Martian ship heading straight for Earth. This prompts Shapesmith to reveal his true identity as a Martian and warn of a coming invasion by the squid-like Sequids. Faced with this new threat, Cecil pulls out all the stops. He recruits Mark and Eve, who recommits to heroism with encouragement from Rex. Meanwhile, Rex, Dupli-Kate, and Shrinking Rae find themselves in a deadly confrontation with the Lizard League. The League attempts to hold the world hostage with stolen nuclear missiles, and the fight ends in tragedy. Both Kate and Rae are killed, and Rex is captured by King Lizard after losing a hand in the battle. Back at the GDA, the situation is grim. The Guardians are drastically outnumbered by the invading Sequids and on the verge of defeat. But just as hope seems lost, a shocking revelation emerges. Allen, who was previously injured, has somehow recovered and now possesses Viltrumite-level strength. Thanks to Thaedus turning off his life support, Allen reveals himself as a Viltrumite rebel. He approaches Mark with a critical mission: to join the Coalition of planets fighting against the Viltrumite Empire. Shogun (FX) Out of 5 What Happened to Those Horses Darryl: 4/5 Brian: 4.25/5 Chapter Four: The Eightfold Fence Directed by: Frederick E.O. Toye Written by: Nigel Williams & Emily Yoshida Date Aired: March 12, 2024 Summary: Blackthorne arrives in Ajiro with Toranaga’s galley. Toranaga inspects Yabushige’s army before leaving for Edo. Blackthorne learns his crew is now in Edo and the Erasmus ship belongs to Toranaga. He’s offered a home, a salary, and a woman named Usami Fuji as his companion in exchange for training Yabushige’s army for six months. Meanwhile, Yabushige’s nephew suggests they take the captured cannons from the Erasmus and offer them to Ishido in Toranaga’s absence. During training, Blackthorne teaches the samurai how to use cannons more effectively. An aide from Ishido arrives, asking Yabushige to return to Osaka and pledge loyalty to the remaining regents. Fearing for his life, Yabushige invites the aide to stay the night. At dinner, Blackthorne gives Fuji a gun as a gift, and she gives him her father’s swords. The next day, during a demonstration of the cannons, Nagakado disobeys orders and uses chain shot to kill Jozen and his men, much to Yabushige’s horror. Note: This episode is dedicated to Larry Beckett, a crew member who served as a cannon expert and technical advisor for the show. Infamous

Did you Know FX Dubbed Shogun So You can Look at Your Phone AND Watch the Show? This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl discuss the new FX Mini-Series Shogun (and why mini-series are important to the TV and streaming landscape). Episode Index Intro: 0:07 The Art of the Mini-Series: 8:04 Shogun: 31:36 The Art of the Mini-Series: The 25 best TV miniseries of all time https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/the_25_best_tv_miniseries_of_all_time_030124/s1__33231407#slide_4 Shogun (FX) Out of 10 Seppuku is Not the Way to Gos Darryl: 8/10 Brian: 7/10 Summary: Shogun is a historical fiction novel set in feudal Japan. It tells the story of John Blackthorne, a risk-taking English sailor shipwrecked in Japan. Thrust into a completely alien culture, Blackthorne clashes with the ambitious Lord Toranaga, a powerful daimyo with his own political rivals to contend with. Caught in the middle is Lady Mariko, a skilled samurai woman with a tarnished family history. All three must navigate a web of intrigue, loyalty, and cultural differences to find their place in this tumultuous world. Main Cast: – Hiroyuki Sanada (Lord Yoshii Toranaga): A powerful and cunning lord, Toranaga is locked in a political battle for dominance. You might recognize Sanada from his roles in “John Wick: Chapter 4” and “The Last Samurai.” – Cosmo Jarvis (John Blackthorne): A resourceful English sailor who shipwrecked in Japan. Blackthorne struggles to adapt to the strict Japanese way of life. Jarvis has starred in films like “Persuasion.” – Anna Sawai (Toda Mariko): A strong-willed samurai woman caught between her duty to her family and her attraction to Blackthorne. Sawai is a rising star in Japanese cinema. Supporting Cast: – Tadanobu Asano (Kashigi Yabushige): A rival lord and antagonist to Toranaga. Asano is a veteran Japanese actor known for his work in the “Thor” franchise. – Takehiro Hira (Ishido Kazunari): A skilled swordsman and ally of Toranaga. – Tokuma Nishioka (Toda Hiromatsu): Mariko’s father, caught in the political turmoil. – Other notable cast members include Nestor Carbonell, Tommy Bastow, Shinnosuke Abe, Yoriko Dōguchi, Yuki Kura, and Hiroto Kanai. Crew: – Executive Producers: Justin Marks, Rachel Kondo, Michaela Clavell, Edward L. McDonnell, Michael De Luca, Andrew Macdonald, and Allon Reich. – Creator: Justin Marks based on the novel by James Clavell. Episodes: Episode 1 Title: Anjin Directed by: Jonathan van Tulleken Written by: Rachel Kondo & Justin Marks Date Aired: February 27, 2024 Summary: In 1600, a lone Dutch trading ship, Erasmus, arrives on the coast of Japan with a starving crew. John Blackthorne, the ship’s English navigator, is taken prisoner by samurai warriors. The episode introduces the political landscape with five regents vying for power and the religious tensions between the Catholic Church and the Protestant Blackthorne. Blackthorne is brought to Osaka Castle, where he meets Lord Toranaga and Lady Toda Mariko. Episode 2 Title: Servants of Two Masters Directed by: Jonathan van Tulleken Written by: Rachel Kondo & Justin Marks Date Aired: February 27, 2024 Summary: The episode delves deeper into the power struggle. We learn about Toranaga’s precarious position among the regents and the secret ambitions of the Portuguese. Blackthorne becomes a pawn in the game as Toranaga uses him to sow discord among his rivals. Blackthorne also encounters the Jesuit priest Domingo who reveals the Catholic agenda in Japan. Blackthorne is saved from execution by Yabushige and provides Toranaga with intel about the Portuguese and Spanish plans for Japan. The episode ends with an assassination attempt on Toranaga, highlighting the dangers he faces. Episode 3 Title: Tomorrow is Tomorrow Directed by: Charlotte Brändström Written by: Shannon Goss Date Aired: March 5, 2024 Summary: Toranaga outsmarts Ishido by sending

Why Do Hacks Feel the Need to Destroy Everything This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl review the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender Series from Netflix and the Warner Bros. feature film Dune: Part 2. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 AtLAB: 5:44 Dune Part 2: 37:28 Avatar the Last Airbender (Season 1) (Netflix) Out of 10 This Really is the Story of the Ember Island Players Darryl: 4.5/10 Brian: 4/10 Summary In the live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” on Netflix, Aang, a young Airbender who has been frozen in an iceberg for 100 years, awakens to find the world ravaged by the Fire Nation. As the Avatar, the only individual capable of mastering all four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, and Air), Aang embarks on a journey to restore balance to the world. He joins forces with siblings Katara, a water bender, and Sokka, a talented Southern Water Tribe warrior, and together they face challenges and adventures as Aang trains to hone his bending abilities and fulfill his destiny. This remix of the beloved animated series bastardizes the core elements of the original story while presenting it through a live-action lens. Cast: Main Characters: – Aang: Gordon Cormier – Katara: Kiawentiio Tarbell – Sokka: Ian Ousley – Prince Zuko: Dallas Liu – Uncle Iroh: Paul Sun-Hyung Lee – Azula: Elizabeth Yu – Fire Lord Ozai: Daniel Dae Kim Supporting Characters: – Suki: Maria Zhang – Yukari (Suki’s mother): Tamlyn Tomita – Gran Gran (Katara and Sokka’s grandmother): Casey Camp-Horinek – Jet: Sebastian Amoruso – The Mechanist: Danny Pudi – Commander Zhao: Ken Leung Episodes Episode 1 Title: Aang Directed By: Michael Goi Written by: Albert Kim & Michael Dante DiMartino & Bryan Konietzko Episode 2 Title: Warriors Directed By: Michael Goi Written By: Joshua Hale Fialkov Episode 3 Title: Omashu Directed By: Michael Balfry Written By: Christine Boylan Episode 4 Title: Into the Dark Directed By: Albert Kim Written By: Keely MacDonald Episode 5 Title: The Southern Air Temple Directed By: Lauren Lynex Written By: Lauren Lynex Episode 6 Title: The Spirit World Directed By: Arun A. Mylvaganam Written By: Katie Lovejoy Episode 7 Title: Siege of the North Directed By: Bharat Nalluri Written By: Nicole Yoo Episode 8 Title: Crossroads of Destiny Directed By: Albert Kim & Jabbar Raisani Written By: Albert Kim & Katie Lovejoy Production Produced by (activist) Albert Kim Production Companies Netflix and Rideback Top Production Notes: Positives: Cinematography and Visual Effects: The live-action portrayal of the world is visually stunning, with impressive bending effects and detailed set design. Casting Choices: Some viewers find certain actors, particularly the young leads, to be well-cast and embody the characters’ personalities effectively. Negatives: Pacing and Storytelling Choices: Some critics found the pacing of the first season to be slow and felt the show condensed plot points from the original series, potentially hindering character development and impacting the overall story flow. Deviation from the Source Material: While some viewers appreciate the show’s attempt to adapt the story for a live-action format, others felt certain changes to the narrative or character arcs were unnecessary and took away from the essence of the original. Budget The budget for the live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” on Netflix is reported to be $15 million per episode. This means the entire first season, consisting of eight episodes, reportedly cost $120 million to produce. Dune: Part 2 (2024) Out of 10 Why Did Lady Jessica Go Full Super-Villains Darryl: 6.25/10 Brian: 4/10 Summary Picking up after the events of the first film, Paul Atreides seeks refuge with the Fremen, the indigenous people of the harsh desert planet Arrakis. He continues to develop his prophetic visions and abilities, while also forming

It’s a Crazy Steel Madhouse! This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are taking a trip down under to talk about the 2024 WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth PLE. Then we have a round of what we’re watching! Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Star Wars Battlefront Classic: 2:41 Elimination Chamber: Perth: 7:53 What We’re Watching: 40:15 News Bite Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection PS4 & PS5 features revealed https://blog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/star-wars-battlefront-classic-collection-ps4-ps5-features-reveal/ Elimination Chamber: Perth Out of 10 Prettiest Moonsaults That Never Happened Darryl: 7.5/10 Brian: 6.5/10 Women’s Elimination Chamber Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair vs. Liv Morgan vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Naomi vs. Raquel Rodriguez Stipulation: Winner gets a match for a Women’s World Championship match at WrestleMania XL: Becky Lynch Wins The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) Stipulation: Tag team match for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship: Judgement Day Retained Men’s Elimination Chamber Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton vs. Bobby Lashley vs. LA Knight vs. Kevin Owens vs. Logan Stipulation: Winner gets a match for a World Heavyweight Championship match at WrestleMania XL: Drew McIntyre Wins Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Nia Jax Stipulation: Singles match for the Women’s World Championship: Rhea Ripley Retained What We’re Watching Darryl Ted Lasso & Game of Thrones (No description needed unless you’re living under a rock.) Brian Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (Netflix) Summary In Transformers: War for Cybertron, the Autobots and Decepticons, ravaged by civil war on their dying Cybertron, clash over the Allspark, a mystical artifact. Optimus Prime’s Autobots fight to preserve it, while Megatron’s Decepticons seek its power to save their planet. Their desperate search leads to betrayals, alliances, and the destruction of the Allspark, forcing both sides to flee Cybertron in search of a new home: Earth. On Earth, a final showdown unfolds, with Optimus sacrificing himself to defeat Unicron, a powerful entity threatening both factions. With Cybertron restored and Unicron gone, the war ends in a fragile truce, leaving the future of Transformers uncertain. Where to Watch Transformers: War for Cybertron: Siege (Part 1) https://www.netflix.com/title/81002438 Transformers: War for Cybertron: Earthrise (Part 2) https://www.netflix.com/title/81393633 Transformers: War for Cybertron: Kingdom (Part 3) https://www.netflix.com/title/81393636 Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

Nothing But the News and Other Sh!t This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking about Super Bowl 58, the movie trailers, and a whole bunch of news! Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Super Bowl 58: 1:01 Movie Trailers: 11:01 Reacher: 22:07 WWE: 26:20 28 Years Later: 35:46 Gina Carano: 38:22 Prime Law Suit: 41:36 Supergirl: 45:00 RIP Carl Weathers: 48:20 News Bites Super Bowl Trailers https://ew.com/2024-super-bowl-movie-trailers-8572428  Universal’s Twisters Universal’s Despicable Me 4 Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine Universal’s Wicked 20th Century’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes IF Reacher Season 3 Book Has Been Chosen https://screenrant.com/reacher-season-3-book-solo-jack-story-lee-child-tease/ Triple H Promises WWE Will Elevate WrestleMania XL to New Heights https://www.ringsidenews.com/2024/02/11/triple-h-promises-wwe-will-elevate-wrestlemania-40-to-new-heights/ Danny Boyle, Alex Garland Teaming for Sequel to Their Zombie Hit ’28 Days Later’ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/28-years-later-in-the-works-1235783306/ Gina Carano Sues Disney Over ‘Mandalorian’ Firing in Lawsuit Funded by Elon Musk https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/gina-carano-sues-disney-mandalorian-firing-lawsuit-elon-musk-1235817466/ Amazon Prime Video Ad Tier Sparks Class Action Lawsuit From Subscribers https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/amazon-prime-video-ad-tier-lawsuit-1235822779/ Supergirl Found: Milly Alcock to Play Heroine in James Gunn’s DC Movies https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/supergirl-movie-casts-milly-alcock-1235129348/ FANDUEL SUPER BOWL AD PAYS TRIBUTE TO CARL WEATHERS https://adage.com/article/special-report-super-bowl/fanduel-super-bowl-ad-pays-tribute-carl-weathers/2541111 Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don’t be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!