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Dayspring Discussions

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This is the show where we talk about movies, TV, comic books, sci-fi, and fantasy. If you geek out about it, we're gonna talk about it.

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Episode 38: Dayspring Discussions Oct 3, 2021: Batman, Star Wars, and Venom

October 04, 2021 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -Batman: The Long Halloween animated films have dropped on HBO Max, so how does it compare to other DC animated films? -Star Wars: Visions is on Disney+ and I share my brief thoughts on each episode, and which ones I think are worth expanding on. -Venom: Let There Be Carnage is out in theaters. Is it better than the previous film?  And what does that post credit scene mean?  I get into it, and then some.

Episode 37: Dayspring Discussions Sept. 12, 2021: Star Trek Day, The Matrix Resurrections, and Shang-Chi

September 13, 2021 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -I run down some highlights of last week's Star Trek Day announcements -The trailer for Matrix Resurrections has dropped, but can the film resurrect the franchise? -I finally share my thoughts on Shang-Chi, and defend where it falls in my MCU rankings

Episode 36: Dayspring Discussions August 29, 2021: Spider-Man: No Way Home Trailer

August 30, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I go through the first trailer for Spider-Man: No Way Home.  I predict what the plot is, wager what rumors are true, and see how this could be the start of Spider-Man leaving the MCU.

Episode 35: Dayspring Discussions August 22, 2021: Superman & Lois, Eternals, and Black Canary

August 22, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -Superman & Lois has finished it's first season.  I share my thoughts on how it works as a Superman story, and how it has still not distanced itself enough from it's Arrowverse roots. -The "final" trailer for Marvel's Eternals has arrived.  Why am I finally excited, and what lessons can Disney take from Free Guy and apply them to this film? -HBO Max is developing a Black Canary series with the same character from Birds of Prey.  Can this Canary be r...

Episode 34: Dayspring Discussions August 16, 2021: Titans & Star Wars: The Bad Batch

August 16, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -Season 3 of Titans has premiered on HBO Max and I feel like they are already rushing through the season -The Bad Batch has completed it's first season on Disney+.  How does it compare to other Star Wars animated series, and why is Canon being changed?  Lisa joins me to discuss those ideas and more

Episode 33: Dayspring Discussions August 9, 2021: The Suicide Squad Review

August 10, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I share my thoughts on the newest DCEU film; THE Suicide Squad.  I compare it to the previous SS film, talk about how James Gunn was the perfect person to make this movie, and why I am no longer interested in the Peacemaker series coming.

Episode 32: Dayspring Discussions July 4, 2021: The Tomorrow War, Masters of the Universe, and Star Wars

July 04, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 55 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -Amazon has released the new sci-fi film, The Tomorrow War, starring Chris Pratt. How did this film suck me in, and did Paramount make the right decision not releasing it in theaters? -A full trailer for Masters of the Universe: Revelations has been dropped by Netflix.  Do we truly have the power back? -Anime Expo Lite gave us our first look at the upcoming Star Wars: Visions for Disney+. As a person who is not a fan of anime, why am I still excite...

Episode 31: Dayspring Discussions June 27, 2021: Suicide Squad, Shang-Chi, Smallville, and Transformers

June 28, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: -New trailers for Suicide Squad and Shang-Chi have been released, so why is Idris Elba the new Will Smith, and why is Abomination fighting Wong? -Tom Welling teases a possible Smallville animated series is in the works. Something tells me they may have to recast Chloe :( -Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is coming in 2022, but I'm still waiting for the Micro Machine guy to come back to do the voice of Blur.

Episode 30: Dayspring Discussions: May 20, 2020: The Snyder Cut is Being Released

June 22, 2021 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

It's trailer talk today on Dayspring Discussions: -Stargirl season 2 looks like they are bringing in a new Green Lantern. Is it Jade, or someone else? -Titans season 3 trailer shows us Red Hood and a crowbar. What do they have in common? -Star Trek: Picard season 2 is bringing in Q. I hope he brought a charging cord if he wants to play with Jean-Luc.

Episode 29: Dayspring Discussions June 13, 2021: Sweet Tooth, Masters of the Universe, and Aquaman

June 13, 2021 22:47 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

This week on Dayspring Discussions: -I share my thoughts on Netflix's Sweet Tooth -The first trailer for Masters of the Universe: Revelations has arrived and I hope this 80's update follows more Voltron's path than She-Ra's -A title as been revealed for the Aquaman sequel

Episode 28: Dayspring Discussions May 30, 2021: Eternals, The Tomorrow War, and Kraven the Hunter

May 30, 2021 22:06 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

This week on Dayspring Discussions: -Teaser trailer for Marvel's Eternals -Amazon's The Tomorrow War trailer -Aaron Taylor-Johnson is Sony's Kraven the Hunter

Episode 27: Dayspring Discussions May 22, 2021: Highlander, Injustice, and Snake-Eyes

May 22, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

This week on Dayspring Discussions: -Henry Cavill may be joining Highlander reboot -DC's Injustice animated movie on the way -G.I. Joe's Snake-Eyes has it's first teaser trailer

Episode 26: Dayspring Discussions May 11, 2021: Venom 2 Trailer Drops

May 12, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

The first trailer for Venom: Let There Be Carnage has been released. I didn't care for the first Venom film, so does this trailer for the sequel make me want to give it a chance?

Episode 25: Dayspring Discussions May 1, 2021: Invincible Season 1 Review

May 01, 2021 23:36 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Amazon's Invincible season 1 is complete and I share my thoughts on the animated superhero adaptation. I discuss some of my favorite characters, and some of my not so favorite characters. I share where I think the characters could go from here, and how this IP wouldn't work as a live-action film franchise.

Episode 24: Dayspring Discussions April 27, 2021: Mortal Kombat Review

April 28, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

I went to the theater to see the newest adaptation of Mortal Kombat. How does it compare to the 1995 version? Where does it fall in my video game film rankings, and would I be interested in a sequel?

Episode 23: Dayspring Discussions April 25, 2021: The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Review

April 26, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

Lisa and I break down our thoughts on Marvel's newest series; The Falcon and The Winter Soldier. We compare it to WandaVision. We try to figure out what happened to Sharon. And we get caught back up in Endgame's time travel rules.

Episode 22: Dayspring Discussions April 19, 2021: First Shang-Chi Trailer Has Dropped!

April 20, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Today on DD, I share my thoughts on the first trailer for Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Did this trailer get me more excited for the film? Is it enough to make me dive into the character's comic origins? And I explain why my wife would never see this type of film, but will want to see Shang-Chi.

Episode 21: Dayspring Discussions April 4, 2021: Godzilla vs King Kong Review

April 05, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

The battle is over and there is one clear winner in this fight; big dumb action! I break down the plot to Godzilla vs King Kong and how the monsters were at the top of their game, while the humans were not so much. Plus I share few comparisons to another "VS" movie Warner Bros released several years back.

Episode 20: Dayspring Discussions March 27, 2021: The Suicide Squad New Trailer

March 27, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I share a few more thoughts on Justice League's Snyder Cut, and then launch into the newest trailer for The Suicide Squad. I talk about the director's history, how this connects to the previous film, and how the surprise in the trailer makes me think the Snyderverse is done for good.

Episode 19: Dayspring Discussions March 21, 2021: Zack Snyder's Justice League Review

March 21, 2021 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

After years of wondering, Zack Snyder's version of Justice League has been released. How does it compare to the theatrical version? Why is it so much longer? And will this satisfy those who fought for years to make it so?

Episode 18: Dayspring Discussions Feb 26, 2021: Superman & Lois Premieres

February 26, 2021 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I share my thought my thoughts on the newest The CW superhero show; Superman & Lois. How is does this connect to the Arrowverse shows? Are they trying to start something new away from the other DC shows? And what is filling out Hoechlin's suit, because it ain't muscles?

Episode 17: Dayspring Discussions Feb 16, 2021: Zack Snyder's Justice League 2nd Trailer

February 16, 2021 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Today I am trapped in my house hoping the winter storm doesn't knock out my power again. But this gives me time to dissect the newest trailer for Zack Snyder's Justice League. I share my thoughts on the films and reactions that go us here, what my hope is for the film, and why this never would have happened without the streaming wars raging.

Episode 16: Dayspring Discussions Jan 25, 2021: Godzilla vs Kong, Why Are They Fighting?

January 26, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

The trailer for Godzilla vs Kong has dropped! What do you think? How do you feel about this cinematic universe? Do you plan on seeing it on HBO Max or in theaters? And why is this film important for WB's 2021 plan?

Episode 15: Dayspring Discussions Jan 15, 2021: Is Chris Evans Returning As Captain America?

January 15, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I run down the story from Deadline that Chris Evans is in talks to return to the MCU as Captain America, but Evans himself is denying it. Is he trying to keep a secret, or is this all just rumor? How could his character come back, and what is my dream scenario if he does?

Episode 14: Dayspring Discussions Jan 2, 2021: My 2021 Movie Watchlist

January 02, 2021 00:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, I run down the films of 2021 I plan on checking out, from Raya and the Last Dragon to The Matrix 4. You'll notice a few on the list that were repeats from last year!

Episode 13: Dayspring Discussions: Wonder Woman 1984 SPOILERS Review

December 28, 2020 23:02 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Today I share my thoughts on the newest DCEU film; Wonder Woman 1984? Does this sequel live up to the first film? Do the villains work for you? And are you more excited for a third WW film?

Episode 12: Dayspring Discussions: The Mandalorian Season 2 SPOILERS Review

December 23, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, Lisa and I sit down to discuss the 2nd season of The Mandalorian. We compare this season to the first, and some highlights from this season's episodes. We dissect the season's finale big spoiler, where that character is at this point in the Star Wars timeline, and where all the other characters may be heading.

Episode 11: Dayspring Discussions: Disney Investor Day 2020: Lucasfilm Presentation

December 14, 2020 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35 MB

Lisa joins me as we run down all the juicy Star Wars news that came out during Disney's Investor Day. We debate what 'Visions' could be. I share some theories about how Obi-Wan could meet up with Darth Vader. And we agree that R2-D2 is the greatest Star Wars hero.

Episode 10: Dayspring Discussions: Disney Investor Day 2020: Marvel Presentation

December 13, 2020 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

On today's episode I run down Kevin Feige's Marvel Studios presentation at Disney Investor Day 2020. Black Panther will NOT recast T'Challa, new trailers for upcoming Disney+ series, and Fantastic Four is coming.......just not soon.

Episode 9: Dayspring Discussions: The Mandalorian, "The Jedi" SPOILERS Review

November 28, 2020 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

Today I am joined by Lisa as we have a SPOILERS DISCUSSION about Chapter 13 of The Mandalorian; The Jedi. We talk timeline, character hints, and Baby Yoda's stunted growth. ALSO, if you haven't finished Star Wars: Rebels, we do talk about it's series finale/epilogue.

Dayspring Discussions Nov 18, 2020: Wonder Woman '84 Heads To HBO Max The Same Day As Theaters

November 19, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Warner Bros has announced that Wonder Woman 1984 will not only release in theaters on Christmas Day, but also on their streaming service; HBO Max. Why this a big deal in the movie/entertainment industry? How will this effect Black Widow? Listen to me babble about how the COVID-19 pandemic could change Hollywood forever.

Dayspring Discussions Oct 21, 2020: Justice League, Star Wars, and Power Rangers

October 21, 2020 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: JUSTICE LEAGUE(3:38): Jared Leto is set to reprise the role of Joker for Zack Snyder's reshoot, but will it change others perception of him as the Clown Prince of Crime? STAR WARS(9:30): Did you see The Mandalorian tease during this week's Monday Night Football? Did you think it was overhyped? Are you ready for a fun LEGO holiday special post-Episode IX? WILLOW(20:06): The Disney+ sequel series has a green light, a showrunner, and it's star! POWER RANG...

Dayspring Discussions Oct 11, 2020: The Boys, Spider-Man, and Green Lantern

October 11, 2020 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: THE BOYS: Season 2 of the Amazon series has concluded. What are my thoughts on the season, and theories for season 3? SPIDER-MAN: Doctor Strange is said to be joining the upcoming third film with Tom Holland, and possibly Jamie Foxx. Does this all point another MCU crossover event? GREEN LANTERN: The cast of characters for the upcoming HBO Max series has been announced, but leaves out some key Lanterns. Including my personal favorite; Kyle Rayner.

Dayspring Discussions Sept 27, 2020: Black Adam, Black Widow, and Supergirl

September 27, 2020 19:25 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: BLACK ADAM: Hawkman has been cast for the upcoming DC film starring Dwayne Johnson. How is this film shaping up to be different than the rest? BLACK WIDOW: The MCU schedule has been pushed back again. Is this is good idea for the studio and also, the movie theaters? SUPERGIRL: The CW series is coming to an end after this season leaving Flash the only one left in the Arrowverse Trinity. But will he even still be there after renegotiations for The Flash cast?

Dayspring Discussions Sep 21, 2020: The Mandalorian, She-Hulk, and WandaVision

September 21, 2020 00:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: THE MANDALORIAN: The trailer for the 2nd season of the Disney+ series has been released. Is it still enough to keep Star Wars fans happy? SHE-HULK: The Disney+ series has found it's lead and showrunner. WANDAVISION: A trailer for the Disney+/MCU series has dropped, but it wasn't supposed to be the 1st. Where is Falcon/Winter Solider? And does it have anything to do with the delay of Black Widow?

Dayspring Discussions Sept 14, 2020: Star Trek, Star Wars, and Superman

September 14, 2020 00:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: STAR TREK: Star Trek Day was last week, and I share how I celebrated. Also, I become curious about the upcoming series, Strange New Worlds, after watching the original Star Trek pilot episode. STAR WARS: Ewan McGregor shares details about the Obi-Wan series as far as shooting schedule and length of the series. But he also shares his thoughts on the prequels, and I share how history is repeating itself. SUPERMAN: I finally sat down and finished the newest a...

Dayspring Discussions Sept 7, 2020: Tenet, Mulan and The Boys season 2

September 07, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: THE BOYS: Season 2 is now on Amazon Prime, but it's getting bad reviews, but only due to it's episode release schedule. MULAN: The live-action adaptation is now on Disney+ with Prime Access. Is it worth the money? What bothers me most about the film is something other will disagree with. TENET: The Christopher Nolan film has been released. Can it live up the hype? Can it bring people back to the theaters? Can you understand what is happening?

Dayspring Discussions Aug 31, 2020: The New Mutants, Cobra Kai, and Chadwick Boseman

August 31, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: CHADWICK BOSEMAN (1:30): With the sad passing of the young actor I reflect on what his legacy will mean to me, and what Marvel might do now with the Black Panther character. COBRA KAI (9:18): I spent the weekend going through season 1 of the streaming series, and I think it's the perfect follow-up to the 80's trilogy. THE NEW MUTANTS (13:30): The final X-film produced by 20th Century Fox is has been released. I talk my experience of going back into a thea...

Dayspring Discussions Aug 24, 2020: Snyder Cut, Suicide Squad, and Batman @ DC Fandom

August 24, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: I run through all the big news that came out of DC Fandome this weekend including trailers for The Suicide Squad, JL's Snyder Cut, Wonder Woman '84 and The Batman. Plus, we gets some insight to Black Adam, The Flash, and Shazam 2.

Dayspring Discussions Aug 17, 2020: Project Power, Stargirl, and DC Fandome

August 17, 2020 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions: STAR TREK LOWER DECKS: I check out the animated series and tell you why I believe it's the perfect thing right now for the franchise. PROJECT POWER: The Netflix super film has hit the streaming service. Is it worth checking out? STARGIRL: The season 1 finale has aired so I share my thoughts on how it ended, some future theories, and where NOT to watch season 2. DC FANDOME: A schedule has been released for this weekend's virtual con. I run down some h...

Dayspring Discussions Aug 7, 2020: The Umbrella Academy, The Boys, & Mulan

August 07, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

This week on Dayspring Discussions: THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY: I share my thoughts on season 2 of the Netflix series and my theories for season 3. THE BOYS: A new season 2 trailer looks like the boys are back and about to be more gruesome than ever! MULAN: The live-action film is coming to Disney+ with an extra cost. Are you going to pay for it? Is this the best move for Disney and Mulan?

Dayspring Discussions July 31, 2020: Batman's Death in the Family Turns Interactive!

August 01, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.42 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I examine the benefits and consequences of DC Animation's upcoming film; Batman: Death in the Family: Interactive Movie. Is picking your own movie really good in this day and age of fanboys crying not for the film they got, but the one they wanted to see?

Dayspring Discussions July 27, 2020: Justice Con Bring Us More Snyder Cut Info

July 28, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, I run through this weekend's Zack Snyder panel titled "Justice Con". We learn the runtime of the film, when to expect the first trailer, and I share a bit of my feelings on Ray Fisher's allegations.

Dayspring Discussions July 23, 2020: Day 1 of Comic-Con @ Home

July 24, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I share my experience with Comic-Con @ Home after the first day. I have a few pros and cons, but also I talk the panels I watched. From The New Mutants to The Boys, I let you know what info I picked up on.

Dayspring Discussions July 21, 2020: X-Men Turns 20!

July 21, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I do something I didn't have to for last week; celebrate X-Men's 20th anniversary! I share my history with X-Men, where I was opening day, and how I feel the film has had an effect on not only the genre, but modern film. Fastball Special coming at ya!

Dayspring Discussions July 14, 2020: Star Wars The Bad Batch Coming!

July 15, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.35 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions I share my thoughts on Lucasfilm and Disney+ announcing The Clone Wars sequel series; The Bad Batch. I tell where my enthusiasm and apprehensions lye, and why it may not be the animated series we want, it may be the one we need.

Dayspring Discussions July 10, 2020: Reeves Batman Film About To Expand

July 10, 2020 22:58 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, WB has just announced a Gotham PD series for HBO Max based in the same world as Matt Reeves upcoming 'The Batman.' Is it too soon for expanding the world before the film come out? What does this mean for the DCEU? And what characters could get their own series or film?

Dayspring Discussions: Warrior Nun Season 1 Review

July 06, 2020 23:02 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, I share my thoughts on the newest Netflix fantasy series; Warrior Nun. I find out it it differs from the original comic series, how it compares to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and share a few predictions as to where the characters could go in season 2.

Dayspring Discussion's Book Report: Star Wars: Queen's Peril

June 25, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions Lisa and I review the sequel/prequel to E.K. Johnston's Padme novel; Queen's Peril. We debate tactical fashion, speech lessons, cameos and what the next novel will be reviewed.

Dayspring Discussions June 22, 2020: Keaton's Batman in The Flash

June 23, 2020 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

Today on Dayspring Discussions, I talk about rumors that Michael Keaton is coming back to Warner Bros to play Bruce Wayne once more. And while I think that could be cool, I also think it's another example of WB rushing into things.

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