WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2026 Warner Bros. Discovery/DC Studios release "Supergirl" or do not mind hearing key plot points.

Supergirl is the latest installment from the recently created DC Studios. It shares continuity with the 2025 film Superman. It stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl. Other cast members include Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet, and Jason Momoa. The film is an adaptation of the 2021–22 comic book miniseries Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King and Bilquis Evely.

Pop culture historian and Cultural Critic Marie Nicola makes her debut on the podcast to review Supergirl. In this episode, Marie comments on the original source material and how it portrays Kara in a much different light than her previous films and TV shows. They also discuss Momoa's casting as Lobo after playing Aquaman in previous DC movies. They also address the DC Studios storyline and where this film fits in that narrative.

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2026 release "Masters of the Universe" or do not mind hearing key plot points.

Masters of the Universe is a brand-new live-action retelling of the nostalgic story of He-Man, based on the Mattel toy line. It was a 1980s Filmation cartoon, a 1987 Dolph Lungren live-action movie, a 2002 reboot, and eventually a new series on Netflix directed by Kevin Smith. The film is directed by Travis Knight and stars Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam / He-Man, as well as Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Kristen Wiig, Morena Baccarin, and Idris Elba.

The story is not an exact retelling of the classic story. At one point, Adam is sent to Earth, where he loses his power sword. He recovers it and has to face Skeletor.

Raymond Padilla rejoins the podcast to review this film. Ray runs rpad.tv and is a content creator. In this episode, they talk about the incredible character depictions and how realistic and true to the lore the characters are. They discuss the portion of the film on Earth and its reliance on humor. Also, certain plot choices and post-credits scenes offer good talking points.

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2026 Disney release "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" or do not mind hearing key plot points.

The Mandalorian and Grogu are the latest feature films in the Star Wars universe. It is the first theatrical release since 2019's "The Rise of Skywalker." It is a continuation of the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian and takes place following the events of season three. It stars Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian—who was also portrayed on set by Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder—alongside Jeremy Allen White, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. In the film, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt in exchange for information on a target.

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In this episode, they cover the film's storyline and its impact on the series and the overall Star Wars timeline. They discuss the evolution of Grogu and speculate on his impact on the greater Star Wars storyline. They also speculate if these characters will continue to have stories that spin out of the show and this film.

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