Pod Takes
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA podcast about pop culture where the hosts, Egyir, Omi and Joe talk about everything from the world of Movies to Television to Books and more.
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Pod Flavour
September 10, 2023 00:01 - 55 minutes - 126 MBIt's a cross - over episode! Pod Takes was a guest on What's Your Flavor, a podcast that is about food & lifestyle. The topic was food in media. So, movies/tv shows/documentaries about food and the world of food. Movies such as The Menu, Hunger, The Good Burger and more were talked about as well as shows such as The Bear and Hannibal.
Holy Trinity
August 29, 2023 19:54 - 51 minutes - 118 MBWhat do The Lord of the Rings, The Original Star Wars movies, Blade have in common? They're all trilogies! We're talking about trilogies we like, which ones we wish to see happen and movies that aren't connected together by a franchise but work as a trilogy.
One Wo/Man Army
August 14, 2023 10:03 - 53 minutes - 122 MBIt's been a while but we're back! The trio talk about One Man/Woman Army movies. What constitutes them, examples of them and the one's they like and don't like for various reasons.
1999. Best.Movie.Year
July 16, 2023 07:09 - 52 minutes - 119 MBOn the previous episode, Omi mentioned how he's reading a book about 1999 being the best year for movies. The trio decided to explore that and talk about the movies that came out in 1999 and why it really is the best movie year. They talk about movies such as Cruel Intentions, The Sixth Sense, End of Days and more. And how there was a movie for every genre and something that every person would like.
Mission: Impossible - Barbenheimer
July 09, 2023 07:09 - 53 minutes - 123 MBAnd the trio are back! After taking a break to realign themselves Pod Takes is back to recording. On this episode the trio talk about the summer movies they're looking forward to and what they've seen of the summer movies/tv shows slate so far. Grab some chichinga and get down to listening.
Spin Off
May 23, 2023 19:25 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWhat's one thing Hollywood loves if it's not a sequel, a reboot or a remake? Spin offs! How better to milk something than by extending it's story with one of the characters. On this episode the trio talk about Spin offs they like (both movies and television). Why Spin offs are a good and bad thing. Get your listening hat and dig deep into this episode about Spin offs.
Tin Foil Hat
May 14, 2023 07:18 - 47 minutes - 108 MBThe earth is hollow, aliens have been spotted in Area 51 and the moon landing never happened. All three have one thing in common. They're conspiracy theories. Put on your tin foil hats as we talk about conspiracy theory movies and shows that we've watched and like. And most importantly what makes it a conspiracy theory movie/show.
Fights, Camera, Action!
April 25, 2023 06:56 - 52 minutes - 119 MBSince the beginning of time, fighting and action have been a part of mankind's history and it was only a matter of time before movies and other forms of media were being made about fighting and action. On this episode the trio talk about action movies, what makes a movie an action one. They talk about their favourite action movies and discuss how the B movies from the 80s/90s are some of the best action movies of all time. As always there a ton of movies that are discussed and recommended. G...
Adaptation
April 16, 2023 08:15 - 47 minutes - 110 MBWhat do the movies Gone Girl, V for Vendetta, Watchmen all have in common? They're adaptations of books/graphic novels. On this episode the trio talk about the various movies that have been adapted from books and graphic novels. Their favourite ones, adaptations that were bad/good and which author's works shouldn't be adapted.
Twoday's Standup
April 02, 2023 08:18 - 50 minutes - 116 MBAfter a short break we're back. Since the trio enjoyed talking so much about Stand Up comedy they decided to do a part two on it. On this episode they talk about their favourite female comedians, The Kings of Comedy and Queens of Comedy stand up special and who'd be good at stand up but aren't stand up comedians/don't practice it.
Stand Up!
March 19, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MBWhat's common to telling jokes on stage in front of an audience and having a comedian host the academy awards? You need to be a stand up person for that. Yes, that's right. We're talking Stand Up Comedy. On this episode the trio talk about their favourite stand up comedians, their favourite specials and what are the moving parts in a stand up comedy special. Get your writing pads out because you're going to listen to a lot of good recommendations in this episode.
And the Academy Award Goes to...
March 12, 2023 08:05 - 52 minutes - 120 MBIt's Academy Awards aka Oscars Szn! On this episode the trio talk about this year's Oscars, who they think will win and should win. They discuss the 5 major categories of the Oscars in detail and also talk a bit about the other categories. Get your 3D Glasses and listen to this episode!
I Spy
March 05, 2023 07:58 - 51 minutes - 119 MBThe name's Takes, Pod Takes (Cue the James Bond theme song).We're talking Spy movies! On this episode the trio talk about Spy movies and a bit about Spy TV shows. They talk about their favourite spy movies/franchises. They talk about the James Bond franchise which has been a long running one, the parody series Austin Powers and kid friendly classics such as Spy Kids and Agent Cody Banks. Wear your infra-red glasses and listen to the episode.
MC Eeewwww
February 26, 2023 07:18 - 50 minutes - 115 MBAfter a bazillion movies and another million TV shows the MCU has been a relentless juggernaut from Marvel/Disney and there seems to be no end in sight for their movies and shows. The Trio talk about Marvel's MCU specifically focusing on Phase 4 of it and the recently started Phase 5. They go through the movies and shows that have come out in Phase 4 and give their reviews/opinions on it and how MCU needs to stop what they're doing as it's getting exhausting to keep up with everything they'r...
Detective Comics
February 19, 2023 12:40 - 47 minutes - 108 MBDetective Comics or more popularly known as DC are one of the biggest comic book publications in the world and from the world of comics have moved into making TV shows and movies both live action and animated ones of their properties. Unlike their rivals Marvel they've not been able to have their live action movies reach the same heights as the MCU. The trio talk about everything DC and how the new James Gunn led DCEU will pan out. Get your comic book hats, put them on and listen to the epis...
What's Up Doc?
February 05, 2023 07:28 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWhat do Hip Hop Evolution, Fahrenheit 9/11 and The Last Dance all have in common? They're all documentaries! On this episode the trio talk about different types of documentaries, their favourite ones and how documentaries can be used for agenda purposes. There's a good amount of recommendations in this episode so get listening and watch the documentaries.
One In The Chamber
January 29, 2023 08:31 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWhat's that you hear? A new episode is out? Well you heard right! A new episode of Pod Takes is out! On this episode the trio talk about chamber movies. Chamber movies are movies that take place in one location. We talk about our favourite chamber movies such as Exam, The Circle, Buried etc. They also talk about how the movies work on the strength of the actors and having to captivate the audience for so long. Grab some red bull and listen to this episode!
Whodunnit
January 22, 2023 08:30 - 46 minutes - 107 MBIt's been a while but we're back after giving you not one but two episodes last week to listen to. On this week's episode, Salma joins the trio to talk about the world of Murder Mysteries. They talk about how Ac Doyle and Agatha Christie are OGs at the Murder Mystery game and have inspired many people over the years. They talk about various shows, movies, books and more which deal with the world of Murder Mysteries. Grab a drink, put on your detective caps and enjoy the episode!
The Passion of the Dogma
December 11, 2022 00:01 - 48 minutes - 112 MBGod helps those who help themselves, and that's why we made an episode on religion in Pop Culture. On this episode the trio talk about movies, shows, books, games and more that deal with religion/have a religious subtext. So get your holy books, pray for yourself and enjoy this episode.
A24
December 04, 2022 00:01 - 48 minutes - 112 MBWhat do Hereditary, Ex Machina, The Witch, Swiss Army Man and Everything Everywhere All At Once all have in common? They're A24 movies! Joe, Egyir and Omi talk about the acclaimed studio and how they've become a powerhouse of movies within a decade of their existence and have put out some excellent movies. They talk about their favourites from them and the worst movies that the studio has put out. They also talk about how they do movies that no one studio wants to do and their future slate o...
The Boys are Back
November 27, 2022 07:59 - 55 minutes - 126 MBAfter a long long hiatus Joe, Egyir and Omi are back again. On this episode they talk about what they've watched during the break, what they liked and didn't like, how mulitverse of madness had potential but didn't live up to it, Top Gun Maverick, Everything Everywhere All at Once and RRR being the top movies of the year and more. Get yourself some popcorn and dive in!
Scriptwriting 101
May 12, 2022 13:56 - 50 minutes - 117 MBOn the finale of season 3 (we've come a long way) we decided to talk about movies that we'd rewrite and change if we had the chance to and how we think we'd make it better. Egyir spoke about certain things in Marvel movies he'd change, he had some big problems with The Eternals, Omi and Joe had 2-3 movies in common and each had a different idea on how they'd change the movie for the better according to them. Thank you for listening to us for 3 seasons. We'll be taking a break to recharge our...
Saturday Night Pulp Fiction
May 05, 2022 09:50 - 50 minutes - 117 MBWe went on a short short break but we're back and we're on the final two episodes to end the season. On this episode the trio have Maame Ama return as a guest to discuss about the legacy and career of John Travolta. They talk about their favourite Travolta movies, how he has a string of hits in the 70s and 90s and why he seems to be making terrible decisions with the movies he's been picking in the last decade or so.
The Silence of the Psycho
April 12, 2022 13:48 - 49 minutes - 114 MBWhat do Silence of the Lambs and Psycho have in common? They're both Psychological horror movies. Omi, Joe and Egyir talk about psychological horror movies. The one's they've enjoyed, what makes a movie a psychological horror movie and what is wrong with Ari Aster and his crazy mind.
Fury Road's Angels
April 04, 2022 11:48 - 1 hour - 143 MBWomen kicking ass on the big screen = Things we love to see. On this episode the trio who also had Pokua of Podak Purple fame join them talked about action movies that are women centric/women led. Movies such as Charlie's Angels, Mad Max: Fury Road, Set it Off and Kill Bill were discussed. They talked about how there is a need for such movies and why Zoe Saldana's Colombiana was a tad disappointing towards the end.
Have A Good Trip
March 28, 2022 11:18 - 48 minutes - 111 MBSniff, sniff, snifff, wipes nose, takes a long breath in... On this episode the trio talk about movies that deal with drugs where there's usage and selling. Movies such as Blow, 21 and 22 Jump Street and more are talked about and why Johnny Depp seems to have a repertoire of movies he's acted in that deal with drugs. Have fun listening to the episode and enjoy your trip.
If You're Listening To This It's Too Late
March 20, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MBMusic music music! After 2 whole seasons and 16 episodes of the third season the trio finally do the music episode they've always wanted to do. Benewaah, founder of Harmattan Rain joins them as a guest to discuss their favourite genres of music, their favourite artists and their favourite albums. Names such as Jay Z, Drake, Wizkid, Davido and more are talked about and artists/albums that you should check out are also mentioned on the episode. Get your best pair of headphones and immerse your...
Animals Harm
March 13, 2022 07:36 - 48 minutes - 111 MBAfter a slightly short break we're back! On this episode the trio talk about the world of creature features. They talk specifically about creature features where the animal is the villain of the movie. The trio talk about how in a good chunk of these movies the animals are minding their business till the humans decide to go and find them or go and encroach on their territory. They talk about how there so many shark and sea based creature features there are and how Jaws set a precedent for Sh...
The Fresh Prince
February 21, 2022 09:48 - 51 minutes - 119 MBWicki-wicki-wild. Wicki-wild. Wicki-wicki wild wild West! On this episode the trio talk about the work of none other than the Fresh Prince himself, Willard Carroll Smith II aka Will Smith. They discuss how he's an overall entertainer as he's an actor, comedian, musician and a tv star plus the fact that he has a wide social media presence and actively posts. They talk about their favourite movies of his and how in the latter parts of his career he's not made the best choices when picking movi...
Everybody was Kung Fu fighting
February 13, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 110 MBIs that a bird? Is that a plane? No that's Van Damme doing a wicked split! On this episode Salma joins the trio to talk about Fighting movies. Iconic movies like Bloodsport, Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter: Legend of Chun Li are discussed. Omi and Egyir bond over their love for Tony Jaa who is arguably the poster boy for marital movies in the current generation along with Iko Uwais of the Raid movies. Grab some popcorn and dive into an episode of nostalgia and Fatalities!
How I Met Your Friends
February 06, 2022 12:48 - 47 minutes - 109 MBOn this episode the trio talk about the world of sitcoms. They talk about their favourite sitcoms, what they watched while growing up, different types of sitcoms and more. Egyir and Omi talk about why Friends isn't as good as people make it out to be and Omi mentions what about BBT made him stop watching the show.
I've Got A Story to Tell about Biopics
January 30, 2022 11:44 - 48 minutes - 110 MBOn this episode the trio talk about all kinds of biopics and not just music biopics like they talked about on one of the previous episodes. They talk about their favourite biopics, how some biopics tend to take liberties with the story to add drama and how actors end up doing biopics to win Academy Awards.
Jimothy Carrey
January 23, 2022 22:14 - 48 minutes - 112 MBOn this episode of Pod Takes, the boys take a look at the career of Jim Carrey who celebrated his birthday recently. The trio talk about his breakthrough year of 1994 where he did Ace Venura, The Mask and Dumb Dumber all in the same year. His movies like The Truman Show, Eternal Sunshine of the Moon and The Number 23 where he showed his serious acting chops and the fact he's not just a comedic actor. They talk about his come up with Sonic The Hedgehog and how he's a great Dr Robotnik and his...
Spider-Man Resurrections
January 17, 2022 10:38 - 53 minutes - 121 MBAfter a short break the trio are back! On this episode they talk about movies they watched over the Christmas break. They talk about the fan service in Spider-Man: No Way Home, why they didn't like The Matrix Resurrections, why Red Notice wasn't as bad as people made it out to be and more. Get some popcorn and start listening!
Hoe Hoe Hoes and Snow
December 25, 2021 06:08 - 50 minutes - 116 MBHoe Hoe Hoe! It's a Christmas themed episode! On this episode the trio talk about what makes a christmas movie, very briefly talk about why Die Hard is a Christmas movie. They also talk about their favourite christmas movies and how Christmas based Rom Coms are a 10/10 combination. They also discuss new movies like Love hard, 8-Bit Christmas on this episode. Have fun listening to this episode and a Merry Christmas to you our listeners!
The Cartoons that Made Us
December 19, 2021 07:48 - 45 minutes - 103 MBEh...What's up Doc? It's an episode on...you guessed it! Cartoons!! The trio take a look at the cartoons they watched as kids and grew up on. Mainly Cartoon Network shows. They talk about how cartoons are emblematic of the times they were in, how the creators of cartoons talk about issues that plague the world via their art. They also talk about how some cartoons back then were problematic and how they are not perceived from the lens of an adult and finally how Tom and Jerry manages to stay ...
Guilty Pleasures
December 12, 2021 08:39 - 49 minutes - 113 MBOn this episode the trio talk about movies that are bad but they love them. Their guilty pleasure movies but only for bad movies. Aphua Larbi after over a year joins them as a guest on this episode and they talk about masterpieces like Gods of Egypt where Gerard Butler does his best enactment of Anubis, the two Hercules movies that released in the same year, Prometheus and more.
After Dark 2
December 05, 2021 06:00 - 47 minutes - 87.2 MBWe are back again with a new After Dark episode! As you know this is a non pop culture bonus episode. On this episode the trio have Kim as a guest. They talk about Summer Walker and her lover's face tattoos and if they'd do the same, side chic etiquette and whether a side chic should be elevated the main chic or not and much more.
Straight Outta Bohemian Rhapsody
November 28, 2021 09:44 - 50 minutes - 92.6 MBIt's been a short minute but we are back! On this episode Egyir, Omi and Joe talk about biopics but not just any type, they talk about Music biopics. They talk about movies like La Bamba, Straight Outta Compton, Bohemian Rhapsody and more. Egyir and Joe also talk about why Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story is an important movie in the world of biopics and is a must watch.
Our Favourites
November 14, 2021 08:48 - 49 minutes - 112 MBIt's a brand new episode! On this episode Egyir, Joe and Omi talk about favourite movies of theirs, either of all time or movies in the past year/decade/any time frame. They each picked 3 movies to talk about. Egyir deviated a bit and spoke about his favourite TV show but seeing as which tv show it was both Omi and Joe agreed it was a great pick. Listen to the episode to find out what the guys liked about these movies and what makes them their favourites.
After Dark
November 01, 2021 06:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBBonus Episode time: So after the Brodak Purple Episode on Season 2, Joe, Omi and Egyir decided that they'd do a bonus episode once in a while for Pod Takes but they don't talk about Pop Culture. Instead they talk about real life issues such as why men look funny/stupid when giving head to women, cheating etiquette that must be practiced and most importantly how many abortions are you allowed to have with a person before the relationship has to get serious? Want the answer then start listenin...
Locked Down
October 31, 2021 09:02 - 55 minutes - 128 MBThey're locked up and can't get out :( On this episode the trio talk about Prison movies and shows. They talk about masterpieces like Shawshank Redemption and Life. How Luc Besson made Taken but in an outer space prison which surprisingly was good and the biggest show of that era: Prison Break and how till now the first two seasons hold up even if the latter seasons went down. So grab your favourite orange jumper and sit down to listen to this episode.
Keeping it Reality
October 24, 2021 09:01 - 49 minutes - 113 MBOn the 3rd episode of season 3 we have extended family member of the podcast: Salma come join us to discuss about the amazing world of Reality Tv. They talk about how Tyra Banks put the Tyra in Tyrant on America's Next Top Model, how P Diddy would show his PUFFed up ego on Making the Band and how Simon Cowell was the blueprint for mean judges on reality talent shows. Joe and Omi spoke briefly about themselves being on a reality show. Two important announcements were made at the end of the ep...
Death Games
October 17, 2021 17:39 - 54 minutes - 124 MBOn the 2nd episode of Season 3, the trio discuss Death Games in Movies and TV shows. They talk about the highly successful Squid Game that's taken the world by storm. Movies like Pathology, Escape Room, Saw and more. And how so many movies are death game based without the viewer realising they are until they're told.
Scenes from The White Lotus
October 10, 2021 08:29 - 59 minutes - 137 MBLadies and Gentlemen! We are back in business! After a long break, Pod Takes is finally back with Joe, Egyir and Omi all taking time off to pursue other things and most importantly watch a lot of new movies and shows. On this episode, the trio talk about movies they've watched Like Shang Chi, Free Guy, Dune , No Time to Die and more. They also talk about shows like What If, The White Lotus, Squid Game, Scenes from A Marriage and more. So get some popcorn, get a drink and listen to your favou...
Hot Finale
August 01, 2021 06:51 - 1 hour - 138 MBIt's the 22nd episode of Season 2 aka THE FINALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! On this episode the trio decide to end the season with some Hot Takes they've had over the season. The recommendations in this episode are two fold and they also have a very Important Announcement at the end of the episode.
Pig Milkshake
July 28, 2021 17:21 - 52 minutes - 120 MBOn the 21st episode of Season 2, the group talk about the movies/shows that they've watched over the month of July. They talk about F9, Gunpowder Milkshake, Black Widow, Pig and more.
Baydom
July 28, 2021 17:15 - 50 minutes - 116 MBOn the 20th episode of Season 2, Egyir, Omi and Joe talk about one of Hollywood's most influential directors. The man with the 360 degree camera shots, the man with the EXPLOSIONS, and most importantly MURICA!!!!!! This is none other than Michael Transformers Bay. The group talk about his movies and his influence in Hollywood.
The One Who Wins is the Winner
July 28, 2021 17:10 - 52 minutes - 120 MBOn the 19th episode of Season 2: Omi, Joe and Egyir decide to talk about the world of sports movies. Egyir explains how Happy Gilmore is the sportsiest sports movie out there, why Juwanna Mann is a must watch and considered the greatest sports movie of all time. Meanwhile Omi talks about two Bollywood sports movies that have had an impact on him and Joe talks about his favourite sports movies.
2 Fast 2 Franchise
July 28, 2021 16:59 - 51 minutes - 118 MBOn the 18th episode of Season 2, Egyir, Joe and Omi continue the discussion about franchises. They talk about how the Marvel universe have sub franchises in it and how they all intricately connect, how the DCEU can actually reboot the entire franchise in one fell swoop, how The Terminator movies have been complete ass post Terminator 2 and how the Harry Potter movies don't hold a candle to the books.