CMM Podcast
330 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsNick Friar and Wesley Sykes co-host CMM Podcast & discuss movies, TV, comics, and pop culture. Catch their weekly YouTube live stream every Monday at 5:30 PM ET.
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Episodes
Favorite Fast Food Orders with Brendan Kurie
August 21, 2019 19:07 - 2 hours - 117 MBIn Episode 30, Nick and Wesley welcome in friend Brendan Kurie with Tim being out this week. The three discuss their favorite fast food orders (26:40). Before that they share their thoughts on the Sony-Marvel spat over Spider-Man as well as The Matrix 4 getting green lit (6:40). Nick tells us about the new art and comics he picked up at Boston Fan EXPO (24:32). The trio closes the show with what’s been on their mind (1:52:20). Be sure to follow us on Twitter: @ChangeMyMindPOD, @Fry_Guy1, @Wes...
Bad Movies We Love
August 13, 2019 11:51 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBIn Episode 29, Nick and Wesley are joined with Tim Weisberg to discuss the bad movies they absolutely love (21:16). But before that they talk about the MCU’s apparent dedication to doing more street-level superhero shows and a possible career resurgence for Shia LaBeouf (6:36). Nick details two new X-Men comics, House of X and Powers of X, in this week’s Comic Book Minute (15:40). Wesley then recommends the Netflix docuseries, ‘The Family’, in Stay Woke of the Week (16:49). Later the trio t...
Who Is the lead actor in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood?
August 06, 2019 14:05 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBIn Episode 28, Nick, Wesley & Tim share their thoughts about Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’. Who was the lead actor -- Leonardo DiCaprio or Brad Pitt? Was it too long? What do you think about feet (24:20)? But before that, they discuss Kevin Conroy getting a live-action role of Bruce Wayne, Hobbs & Shaw release and Andy Serkis getting the nod to direct Venom 2 (5:49). Then, Nick gives his thoughts of Absolute Carnage #1 and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Shatte...
Are Comic Book Movies Better Than The Comics?
July 30, 2019 16:21 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBIn Episode 27, Nick and Wesley continue the great debate...are comic book movies better than the comics (37:47)? Who do you agree with? Who’s the dummy in this duo? But before that the two talk ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’, ‘The Witcher’ & ‘His Dark Materials’ trying to cash in on the next Game of Thrones & ‘Wonder Woman 84’ in our News & Notes portion of the show (8:18). Then, Nick talks up Batman Who Laughs, Power Rangers & TMNT team-up and Batman Last Knight on Earth #2 in this week’s...
Ep 26 — SDCC & Ultimate Fighting Game Rosters
July 23, 2019 15:37 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBIn Episode 26, the trio of Nick, Wesley & Tim draft their all-time ultimate fighting game rosters comprised of six video game characters (38:00). Who made the cut and who got left on the cutting room floor? But before that the gang runs through Marvel once again winning the week at San Diego Comic Con (6:00). What release are we most/least excited for? What were we hoping to hear about that we didn’t? Are we going to be forced to pay for Disney+ now? Finally we close the show with What’s ...
Ep 25 — Best Summer Blockbuster Movies
July 16, 2019 14:05 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn Episode 25, Nick and Wesley go through their Top 10 Summer Blockbuster Movies. Which movies made the cut, which received honorable mentions and did Tim dominate everyone(42:20)? But before that they talk about the landmark case The Commonwealth vs. Michelle Carter through the lens of the HBO documentary ‘I Love You, Now Die’ as well as Hasbro re-booting the Power Rangers franchise (8:12). Nick gives a rundown of what he’s been reading and what’s to be released in his Comic Book Minute (31:...
Ep 24 — Spider-Man: Far From Home
July 09, 2019 16:39 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBIn Episode 24, Nick and Wesley take a deep dive in the MCU’s final installment of Phase 3, Spider-Man: Far From Home (34:30). Where does it fit in our favorite MCU movies and other Spider-Man releases? But before that we talk Strangers Things Season 3, Rey’s family lineage in Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker & Halle Bailey getting cast as Ariel in Disney’s live-action Little Mermaid (8:46). Nick shares an odd promotional crossover between Marvel & Axe Body Spray in his Comic Book ...
Ep 23 — Fictional Basketball Player Draft
July 02, 2019 15:45 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBIn Episode 23, Nick & Wesley draft the best fictional basketball players in honor of the NBA’s free agency period opening up (43:36). Who put together the best team & who did they miss? Before that, the two talk early reviews of Spider-Man: Far From Home, leaked set photos from Black Widow & a rumored actress to play Catwoman in Matt Reeves’ The Batman (9:12). Then Nick has a few good comics lined up in his Comic Book Minute Later (27:08) while Wes talks #DemDebate2020 in Stay Woke of the We...
Ep 22 — Best Movie Soundtracks
June 26, 2019 15:23 - 1 hour - 107 MBIn a jam-packed Episode 22, Nick and Wesley discuss their favorite movie soundtracks (59:09). Did we leave any out? But before that we talk about Avengers:Endgame getting re-released in theaters, MCU incorporating Keanu Reeves somehow and Season 14 of It’s Always Sunny (10:30). Nick gives his top comic book picks of the week (34:44) while Wesley remembers the death of Michael Jackson (39:40). The duo closes the show with a brand-new 3v3 (1:40:25) before sharing what’s been on their mind (1:48...
Ep 21 — Dark Phoenix Disappointment
June 18, 2019 14:56 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBIn Episode 21, Wesley and Nick talk about the meh movie that is Dark Phoenix. Where did it fall short and where did it succeed (37:00)? But before that the two discuss Geek’s Worldwide report of the potential villains in Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ movie, FOX’s idea of an X-Men/Fantastic Four crossover back in 2010 and what is all this Spider-Man social media hype (6:54)? Nick covers “No One Left To Fight #1” in this week’s Comic Book Minute (18:02) while Wesley brings in resident Kardashian e...
Ep 20 — Ranking Superhero Classes
June 11, 2019 14:06 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBIn Episode 20, Nick and Wesley run through all the classes of superheroes to decide which class is the best (i.e. Cosmic, Mystic, Mutant, Skill, Science and Tech)(36:27). But before that they talk speculation about MCU Phase 4 announcements and Dark Phoenix fallout (10:45). After Nick’s Comic Book Minute (24:15) and Stay Woke of the Week (25:48), they choose between Rogue, Trinity and Starfire in this week’s 2v1 (1:11:15). They close the show with What’s On Your Mind (1:18:25). Be sure to c...
Ep 19 — Brightburn’s Dark Superman Story
June 04, 2019 13:41 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBIn Episode 19, Wesley and Nick discuss the superhero horror movie Brightburn and how it correlates to Superman (46:30). But before that the two talk X-Men: Dark Phoenix first look and a possible big Tony Stark reveal in Spider-Man: Far From Home (4:15). Then in Nick’s Comic Book Minute, they re-hash Wesley getting mocked online in the #StarWarsNameGeneratorGate (18:44). In Stay Woke Of The Week, Wesley dissects a YouTube video breaking down just how close we are to a real-life Iron Man suit (...
Ep 18 — Is John Wick A Hypocrite?
May 29, 2019 13:24 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBIn Episode 18, Nick and Wesley breakdown John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (26:21). Did they like it? What was the best fight scenes? Is John Wick a hypocrite? And just how much of this John Wick world are we interested in? But before that the duo talks Brightburn, Booksmart and Disney+ shows tying into the MCU (5:26). Later, they choose between Bugs Bunny, Peppy the Hare and Usagi Yojimbo in (1:20:45) in this week’s 2v1 before closing the show with What’s On Their Mind. Be sure to check ...
Ep 17 — Game of Thrones S8:E6 & Detective Pikachu
May 21, 2019 13:08 - 1 hour - 87 MBIn Episode 17, Nick and Wesley are back in the WBSM Studios and here to talk Detective Pikachu (54:12). Did you have to like Pokemon to enjoy this film? Did Ryan Reynolds carry everyone? Did Wesley even see it? Before that, however, the duo talks Robert Pattinson to play Batman, Falcon & Winter Soldier news and Stranger Things Season 3 sneak peek (3:45). Then they dive in Game of Thrones S8:E6 “The Iron Throne” (24:45). PLUS our 2v1 (Mulan-Lela-Kim Possible) (1:21:05), Batman Hush and Barry S...
Ep 16 — Capt America Is The MCU’s Main Protagonist?
May 14, 2019 13:24 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBIn Episode 16, Nick and Wesley take one last deep-dive look in Avengers: Endgame by debating who is the main protagonist of the Infinity Saga, Tony Stark or Steve Rogers (47:23). But before that the two discuss Detective Pikachu leaks, faux outrage against the A-Force/woman superhero scene in AEG, and James Cameron giving a reluctant tip of the cap (7:19). Nick talks Nightwing, DCeased and the Batman Who Laughs in his Comic Book Minute (20:35) before jumping in to talk Game of Thrones’ penult...
Ep 15 — Avengers:Endgame Character Power Rankings
May 06, 2019 18:06 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBIn Episode 15, Nick and Wesley rank their top 15 favorite character from the MCU smash success, Avengers:Endgame. Who comes in at the no. 1 spot? (32:26). But before that the duo discusses some new movie trailers including the Sonic The Hedgehog movie debacle, Spider-Man: Far From Home internet trailer and our first look at Taron Egerton as Elton John in Rocketman’s music video trailer (5:30). Then, Nick lets you know what he’s been into in the comic book world (17:45) before he and Wesley ...
Ep 14 — GoT S8:E3 & Avengers:Endgame
April 30, 2019 13:17 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBIn Episode 14, Nick and Wesley take on as big of a challenge as Benioff & Weiss and the Russo Brothers. The duo opens the show with breaking down S8:E3 of Game Of Thrones, “The Long Night”. Did it meet expectations? What were our favorite moments? What’s left unanswered? (3:52). Then Nick and Wesley move on to Avengers:Endgame, going spoiler-free briefly (32:26) before diving deep into our thoughts. Did expectations live up to the reality? What were the top fan-service moments? Where did we...
Ep 13 - Rotten Tomatoes Still Sucks: Comedy Edition
April 23, 2019 14:12 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBIn Episode 13, Nick and Wesley circle back to a topic they’ve previously covered except this time there’s a different twist….Rotten Tomatoes Still Sucks: Comedy Edition (39:51). But before that the two talk their final thoughts before Avengers: Endgame comes out (8:37), will X-Men:Dark Phoenix be any good? (18:45). Nick then shares his weekly comic book updates (24:05) as he and Wesley take a ride through Westeros to discuss S8:E2 of ‘Game of Thrones’ (25:03). They close the show with choos...
Ep 12 — Nick & Wesley’s Influential TV
April 16, 2019 13:13 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBIn Episode 12, Nick and Wesley put their budding friendship to the test in attempting to guess each other’s most influential TV series (29:55). But first the two talk Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, The Lion King and Westworld Season 3 casting news (5:31). Then take a ride around Winterfell in Wesley’s Road Through Westeros as he and Nick recap Game of Thrones S8:E1 (17:27). The group also does an Adam Sandler-themed 2v1 (1:11:53) and share What’s On Their Mind (1:15:39). Be sure to cat...
Ep 11 — Where Does Shazam! Fit Into DCEU
April 09, 2019 13:08 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn Episode 11, Nick and Wesley give their opinions on the 7th installment of the DCEU/Worlds of DC...Shazam! Where does it rank among comic book movies and the DC World (25:03)? But before that the duo talks even more Avengers:Endgame trailers, the Joaquin Phoenix ‘Joker’ trailer, another Walking Dead series (5:55). Nick then gives you his top comic book picks (16:06) before Wesley reminds you to stay woke this week (21:05). Upon wrapping up their discussion on Shazam!, the tandem goes over ...
Ep 10 — Movies/TV Baseball Draft
April 02, 2019 13:07 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBIn Episode 10, Nick and Wesley try their hands at drafting baseball teams comprised of players from movies and TV (22:40) in honor of the beginning of the MLB season. Who put together the best fictional squad? But first, the two talk who’s working on the 2020 animated film ‘Scoob’, Bill & Ted’s third movie announced and Ben Schwartz expressing interest in playing Plastic Man (4:30). Nick gives his best picks for comics books (17:22) and Wesley shares what people are speculating about rapper ...
Ep 9 — Best Parks&Rec Characters
March 26, 2019 12:17 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn Episode 9, Nick and Wesley discuss their favorite characters from the hit NBC show, Parks & Rec (23:48). But before that the two discuss the best roles for newly retired tight end Rob Gronkowski in movies, the trailer for Once Upon A Time In Hollywood and what’s leaving Netflix in April (6:46). Then, Nick has a momentous item on his comic book minute (15:57), while Wesley wonders how much he’d use a stand-in if he was the First Lady in Stay Woke of the Week (19:10). Later in the episode,...
Ep 8 — Captain Marvel
March 19, 2019 13:54 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBIn Episode 8, Nick and Wesley are back in the reins to discuss the 21st installment to the MCU, Captain Marvel (29:42). Was it better than Wonder Woman? Where does it rank in the realm of MCU movies? They open the show by discussing the Avengers:End Game trailer (7:09) and James Gunn movie news (15:38). Nick then talks about what comic books he’s been reading (20:48) and Wesley’s Stay Woke of the Week — All Dogs Go To Heaven (25:15). Finally, the duo closes the show with What’s On Their Mind...
Ep 7 — Characters Who Deserve Own Movies/Shows
March 05, 2019 16:48 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBWes had to sit this episode out, thus inserting Tim into the heart of the conversations with Nick. They hit on the X-Men: Dark Phoenix trailer and Wolverine's role post-Hugh Jackman (4:30), the Hellboy trailers (12:20) and the upcoming return of American Gods (15:38). Nick hits on comics, including the ridiculous rumor about Marvel Comics (18:58). In place of Wes' "Stay Woke of the Week," Tim talks about his mind-blowing experience watching the Michael Jackson documentaries (30:18). Nick and ...
Ep 6 — Best Comedy Character Spinoffs
February 26, 2019 14:57 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBIn Episode 6, Nick and Wesley discuss the best comedy characters who deserve their own spinoffs (25:05). Prior to that the duo talks Oscars 2019, ‘The Flash’ movie news and Barry Season 2 (6:50) before Nick shares what he’s been reading in the comic book world (23:54). Later Wesley, Tim & Nick choose between John Rambo, John McClane and John Wick to protect them (51:00) before closing the show with what we’ve been watching (57:03). Follow us on Twitter @ChangeMyMindPOD, @Fry_Guy1 & @Wesle...
Ep 5 — Who Should Play The New Batman?
February 19, 2019 18:12 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBIn Episode 5, Nick and Wesley discuss who they’d like to see dawn the newest cape and cowl in Matt Reeve’s newest ‘The Batman’ (23:29). They also talk news and notes of the week (2:45), latest comic book news (14:17) and true life crimes based off True Detective Season 3 (16:43). They close the show by sharing what’s on their minds (1:04:17) after introducing a new segment (59:24). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cmm-podcast/support
Ep 4 — Rom/Coms vs Romance Movies
February 12, 2019 16:18 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBIn Episode 4, Nick and Wesley discuss the better Valentine’s Day watch: a Rom/Com or a straight up Romance (35:27). Ahead of that, the duo catch up the news and notes (5:17); hitting on such topics as the Aladdin trailer and Disney ending its relationship with Netflix by holding back Captain Marvel. Nick shares what comics he’s been reading (19:40) while Wes had a wild Stay Woke of the Week (27:21) involving the Stardust Ranch. As always we end the show with What’s On Our Minds (1:07.13)....
Ep 3 — Rotten Tomatoes Beef
February 05, 2019 21:24 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn Episode 3, Nick and Wesley dive into all the Super Bowl TV spots for such upcoming movies as Avengers: End Game, Captain Marvel and Hobbs & Shaw, while talking best and worst commercials (4:25). Then, Nick let’s everyone know what he’s reading and what’s new in the world of comic books (26:50) before Wesley shares his Stay Woke of the Week (28:40). For the main course, Wesley and Nick gripe about their beef with Rotten Tomatoes scores, specifically in the Action/Adventure genre (32:17). ...
Ep2 — Best Character From Punisher S2
January 29, 2019 18:33 - 1 hour - 91 MBIn Episode 2, Nick and Wesley open the show with their news and notes segment. There, they cover the Birds of Prey teaser trailer being released (4:03), updates on X:Men Dark Phoenix (8:09) and possible Avengers:End Game plot leaks (15:12). Nick then gives his comic book news on such DC Comics as The Silencer and Batman Beyond (21:51) before Wesley gives his Stay Woke of the Week on YouTube limiting conspiracy theory videos (24:54). But in the main segment, Change My Mind, Wesley and Nick...
Ep 1 — Spoilers vs. Non-Spoilers
January 22, 2019 18:14 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBIntro to the Change My Mind Podcast (0:00-3:50) Wesley and Nick explain how and why they created the Change My Mind podcast, and what it’s about TOP OF MIND (3:51-27:06) Hitting on the news in Nerd Culture: —The Punisher’s release (Spoiler FREE) —Spider-Man: Far From Home Trailer —Spawn Kills Everyone Too and Rob Liefeld is BACK! —Aquaman eclipsed $1 Billion WorldWide and $300 Million Domestic (Spoiler FREE) —Wesley’s Mind Melting Minute CHANGE MY MIND (27:07-52:30) Wesley thin...