Best Justin Starr Podcasts (2025)

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Hulk, Punisher in SPIDER-MAN 4 "Scoop", HARRY POTTER Kids Are Cast, More SUPERMAN Issues 2:04:46

7h ago2:04:46

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the confirmation of Rocha's scoop about Hulk appearing in Spider-Man 4, Alfonos Cuarón might not be directing Bond film, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor legacy post meaning, the new Harry Potter kids are cast and Sneider's column on JK Rowlin…

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Medieval Infancy with Julie Singer 47:42

1d ago47:42

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One of the most celebrated moments in childhood is when a person utters their very first words, stepping over a brand new threshold of communication. And from that moment on, all bets are off. This week, Danièle speaks with Julie Singer about what medieval people thought about infancy in general, how literary children could be vehicles for truth an…

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AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY and SECRET WARS Delayed! Spider-Man 4, The Batman 2 Updates 2:04:27

8d ago2:04:27

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including MARVEL delays Avengers: Endgame and Secret Wars to December 2026 and December 2027, Spider-Man 4 rumored new villains, Michael Jackson biopic pushed to 2026 and split into two parts, Street Fighter wants Jason Momoa, The Batman Part …

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Prester John with Chris Taylor 43:52

8d ago43:52

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A mysterious figure ruling at the fringes of the known world, Prester John might be the most famous person you've never heard of. Like a medieval Carmen Sandiego, Prester John was a man people searched the globe for, from Ethiopia, to Tibet, to the New World, never quite catching up to him in the end. So, who was Prester John and why were medieval …

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Did New SUPERMAN Trailer Quiet Its Critics? Mission Impossible 8 Review 1:52:16

14d ago1:52:16

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including did the new SUPERMAN trailer quite the negativity around the film, our Mission: Impossible 8 review, David Leitch doing a GEARS OF WAR movie for Netflix, a RAMBO prequel is on the way, Ryan Keira Armstrong is the new Buffy the Vampir…

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El Cid with Nora Berend 49:39

15d ago49:39

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In the centuries since his death, the famous El Cid has been the star of plays, romances, feature films, and even propaganda campaigns. But how does history compare to the hype? This week, Danièle speaks with Nora Berend about the real Rodrigo Díaz, the astonishing way his legend grew and changed over time, and how El Cid is still being used as a p…

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THUNDERBOLTS Jake Schreier Eyed for X-MEN Movie, Marvel's New 10 Year Plan 1:48:32

22d ago1:48:32

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including THUNDERBOLTS director Jake Schreier in talks to direct the MCU X-Men movie, Kevin Feige's new Marvel 10 year plan to focus on the mutants, the new writer is hired to rewrite DC's CLAYFACE, Thunderbolts changes to New Avengers, Bella …

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Royal Women of Sweden with Caroline Wilhelmsson 48:30

22d ago48:30

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To get a fuller picture of medieval queenship, it's time to head to the heart of Scandinavia to learn about the lives of the lesser-known medieval women who found themselves - intentionally or unintentionally - ruling a kingdom. This week, Danièle speaks with Caroline Wilhelmsson about the royal women of Sweden, how they became queens, and how they…

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Is Sgt Rock is Cancelled or Delayed? BIG Avengers Doomsday Cast Update 1:47:45

29d ago1:47:45

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Luca Guadagnino's Sgt Rock project with Colin Farrell is cancelled or delayed by DC, Guy Ritchie tapped to direct Road House 2, AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY updates, more fallout from Oscars new rules, WEAPONS and THE SMASHING MACHINE trailers…

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Frederick Barbarossa with Graham Loud 54:28

29d ago54:28

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When we look back to medieval Europe, there are a handful legendary figures who stand out above the rest. Richard the Lionheart. Charlemagne. El Cid. And Frederick Barbarossa. A powerful emperor, focused crusader, and stubborn supporter in the middle of a papal schism, Barbarossa certainly made waves in the twelfth century, and left a lasting impre…

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Kathleen Kennedy Update, SINNERS Controversies, Are the New OSCARS Rules DOA? 2:07:52

1M ago2:07:52

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the update on Kathleen Kennedy's status at STAR WARS and why is the Shawn Levy film being rejected by so many actors? Plus, they talk all the SINNERS controversies, the new Oscars rules being DOA, Chronicles of Narnia and new Hunger …

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FANTASTIC FOUR New Trailer, Mikey Madison Says No to STAR WARS Shawn Levy Film 1:56:51

1M ago1:56:51

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Mikey Madison passes on Shawn Levy Star Wars film, new Fantastic 4 and 28 Years Later trailers, Henry Cavill Highlander remake and Pacific Rim prequel series land at Amazon MGM, Peacock developing Clueless series with Alicia Silverst…

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The Rise of Henry Tudor with Nathen Amin 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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Though he’s remembered as the man who united the two royal houses of England, Henry Tudor was more than just the red rose of Lancaster: he was also the red dragon of Wales. This week, Danièle speaks with Nathen Amin about Henry Tudor's Welsh ancestry, how generations of royals and rebels shaped him, and how he managed to claim the English throne de…

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MINECRAFT MOVIE's Controversial Live Reactions, The Batman 2 Delayed AGAIN?! 1:53:40

2M ago1:53:40

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including The Batman Part 2 being delayed again, the controversial in theater reactions to MINECRAFT, Robert Pattinson for Dune 3, Jesse Plemons for Shawn Levy's Star Wars film, A24 doing a Bloodsport remake, Alfonso Cuaron seems to hint at Bo…

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Medieval Hospitals with Sarah Loose Guerrero 48:12

2M ago48:12

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When we think about the joys of modernity, perhaps one of the images that comes to mind is hospitals. But, believe it or not, hospitals were also a fundamental part of the medieval world. Catering to the sick, the poor, and the needy, hospitals were institutions many medieval people could rely on in their most desperate moments. This week, Danièle …

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2025 CinemaCon Wrap Up: MARVEL, Avengers, Tom Cruise, SUPERMAN Sneak Peek 1:50:01

2M ago1:50:01

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including all the Cinemacon coverage from the Marvel/Disney panel to the Paramount panel to Amazon MGM to the Universal panel and more! They'll also talk the SUPERMAN Sneak Peek, Once Upon A Time in Hollywood sequel, Michael Jackson biopic bei…

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The Medieval Writings of Jean Bodel with Lynn Ramey 44:15

2M ago44:15

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When it comes to influential writers of the Middle Ages, there are big names that are probably familiar to a lot of us. But who was it who influenced them? It’s time to get to the deep cut of medieval literature, and look at a writer whose worked crossed genres from epic, to drama, to heartfelt notes, to raunchy humour. This week, Danièle speaks wi…

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AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY Cast List Sparks Questions, Spider-Man, BLADE Updates 1:41:16

2M ago1:41:16

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the Avengers Doomsday cast announcement excited people and left questions, Sneider's CinemaCon predictions, The Passion of the Christ 2 is filming this year, PTA's new trailer, Rachel Zegler controversy grows behind the scenes, Nick …

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Medieval Africa with Luke Pepera 41:52

2M ago41:52

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Although it’s the cradle of our species, and a land as rich in culture as it is legendarily rich in resources, retellings of African history often place their focus heavily on the transatlantic slave trade. While this is valuable, too narrow a focus can make it easy to lose sight of how incredibly powerful, interconnected, and respected African peo…

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Jason Bourne Rights Being Shopped Around Hollywood, WB Shakes Up its 2025 Slate 2:08:21

2M ago2:08:21

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Jason Bourne rights being shopped aorund Hollywood, WB shaking up its 2025 slate and the PTA teaser for his new film, Colin Farrell circling the Sgt Rock DC project, new details on the SUPERMAN movie and on Quentin Tarantino's new fi…

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Ladies-in-Waiting with Caroline Dunn 49:35

2M ago49:35

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Although they’re often presented as a sort of living, breathing set decoration, the women at aristocratic courts in the Middle Ages served many different functions, from the practical to the ceremonial. Educated and influential, these women served as ambassadors not only of their gender, but often of their families, and places of origin, as well. S…

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Does WB's Existence Depend on SUPERMAN? Sadie Sink is MJ in Spider-Man 4! 1:49:17

3M ago1:49:17

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including all the reports this week detailing the behind the scenes trouble at WB and how much they need SUPERMAN to succeed, Sadie Sink in Spider-Man 4, Disney scaling back Snow White premiere to avoid drama, Daniel Craig for Narnia, John Wic…

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Global Ships with Amanda Respess 44:43

3M ago44:43

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When it comes to intercontinental trade in the Middle Ages, the Silk Road seems to get all the love. But the movement of people and goods between kingdoms and continents was made possible in large part by water. This week, Danièle speaks with Amanda Respess about ships and shipbuilding in the medieval world, what we know about early global trade ro…

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Christopher Nolan for James Bond Grows, Pattinson THE BATMAN 2 Comments 1:47:07

3M ago1:47:07

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the Sean Baker and ANORA backlash, Mickey 17 review, Kathryn Newton for Ready or Not 2, Christopher Nolan and Bond update, Dungeons team to write the Monopoly movie, Pattinson’s “too old” The Batman comments, David Arquette for Screa…

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Buddhist Poet-Monks in Medieval China with Thomas J. Mazanec 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Last week was all about Christian monks, but naturally, there were a whole lot of monks in different traditions across the medieval world. And some of them were even poets. This week, Danièle speaks with Thomas J. Mazanec about the Buddhist poet-monks of medieval China, why they chose to write poetry, and why their art was so controversial. You can…

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James Gunn Offers MORE DC Updates, Star Wars Succession Plan In Question - THE HOT MIC 2:02:53

3M ago2:02:53

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including James Gunn offering NEW DC updates after his press conference on Monday, does Star Wars even have a Kathleen Kennedy succession plan, Kathleen Kennedy's DEADLINE interview about her status, Gene Hackman and Michelle Trachtenberg trib…

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How to Live Like a Monk in Stressful Times 31:46

3M ago31:46

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It's safe to say that this moment in history is proving to be a stressful one, leaving many of us feeling anxious and unsettled. This week, Danièle revisits some of the science-backed tools and strategies medieval monks used to help them stay mentally healthy in tough times. Check out Danièle's book How to Live Like a Monk: Medieval Wisdom for Mode…

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AMAZON Takes Full Control of JAMES BOND Franchise! Daniel Craig Exits Sgt Rock | THE HOT MIC 2:13:40

3M ago2:13:40

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the HUGE news that Amazon has been handed full control of the James Bond franchise, Daniel Craig exiting Sgt Rock project at DC, bidding war over Bruckheimer and Kosinski UFO film, Will Smith working on a Hancock 2 movie, Gareth Edwa…

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Henry III with David Carpenter 1:06:42

3M ago1:06:42

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Although he’s one of the longest-reigning monarchs in English history, he tends to be largely forgotten when it comes to top ten lists. He’s not even in the top three most popular Henrys. Sandwiched between his father, Bad King John, and his son, the “great and terrible” Edward I, Henry III was a pious, peaceful, family man – for better and for wor…

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Vulture's Scathing Captain America 4 Report, HUGE DC and James Gunn News 2:05:15

4M ago2:05:15

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the scathing VULTURE article on all the behind the scenes drama with Captain America: Brave New World including Harrison Ford issues, Sneider breaks some huge DC news, Disney changing and erasing their DEI programs, John Lithgow in "…

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Sexy Medieval Songs with Elizabeth Eva Leach 46:08

4M ago46:08

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It's almost Valentine's Day, which means that sexy playlists are being created all over the world to help people communicate their steamiest and most heartfelt emotions - just like they did in the Middle Ages. This week, Danièle speaks with Elizabeth Eva Leach about sexy medieval songs, who was singing them, and how they served as inspiration in th…

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New X-MEN Casting Rumors and Updates, MARVEL News, Oscars Controversy Brewing _ THE HOT MIC 2:15:26

4M ago2:15:26

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including massive Marvel updates with rumors about X-Men casting, Cap 4 reactions, Rob Liefeld calling out Marvel, trailers for Fantastic Four and Jurassic World: Rebirth, Joe wright's Alignment news, Julia Roberts and James Gray news, Love Hu…

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Muslims in the Kingdom of Jerusalem with Ann Zimo 43:59

4M ago43:59

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After the Christian conquest of Jerusalem in 1099, scholarship tends to focus on the Muslim populations outside of the newly established crusader kingdoms. But what happened to the Muslim people who remained within? How did they interact with the new culture and laws imposed upon them? And how much of a dealbreaker was a person’s religion in real l…

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Episode 73: Eeks! of Nature (ft. Jaida Elcock & Nic Comparato) 59:57

4M ago59:57

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In this episode dedicated to "Spooky Animals", we were joined by shark expert Jaida Elcock and bat expert Nic Comparato for stories about spooky species, comedy about creepy crawlies, and hare-raising trivia that made it a fright to remember! Jaida: @sofishtication_ Nic: @lesscommonloons

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NETFLIX Reveals 2025 Slate, Superman Skips Super Bowl, MJ Biopic A Mess 1:58:40

4M ago1:58:40

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Netflix revealing its 2025 slate withe first looks at its projects, Benedict Cumberbatch revealing he is in Avengers: Doomsday while Chris Evans revealing he is out of it, the MJ Biopic is a mess, Jake Gyllenhaal leading a new M. Nig…

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Medieval Iceland with Sverrir Jakobsson 48:35

4M ago48:35

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It’s a storied island with a rich saga tradition. A land of ice and fire. But rarely do we hear of how Iceland went from being a stouthearted farming settlement to one of the most respected nations on Earth. This week, Danièle speaks with Sverrir Jakobsson about what life in Iceland was like in the early Middle Ages, how it became linked to the kin…

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2025 Oscars Nominations Analysis, The Brutalist AI Controversy, Oceans 14 Update - THE HOT MIC 1:51:50

4M ago1:51:50

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the 2025 Oscars nominations, Ryan Gosling and Natalie Portman Star Wars news, Oceans 14 update, Martin Scorsese and Leonard DiCaprio's new project, Robert Eggers directing Werwulf, Tom Holland to be the lead in Odyssey and Jon Bernth…

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Dowager Queens of Korea with Alban Schmid 46:38

4M ago46:38

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Though they're often overlooked, the dowager queens of Korea were the one of the most powerful legitimizing forces behind the throne. This week, Danièle speaks with Alban Schmid about how Korea was ruled in the late Middle Ages, its relationship to Ming China, and the power wielded by the women at the top. You can support The Medieval Podcast on Pa…

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Justin Baldoni $400M Lawsuit Names Taylor Swift, Oscars To Be a Charity Night? 1:58:15

4M ago1:58:15

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Justin Baldoni suing Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for $400m, Wolf Man review, should Oscars be a charity night, Apple's decisions on upcoming firefighter/arson related content, Ridley Scott and Bee Gees update, PGA/ASC noms, Darede…

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Medieval Eastern Europe with Florin Curta 45:05

4M ago45:05

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If you browse the shelves of your local bookstore, it may seem like Eastern Europe basically didn’t exist until the Soviet Union. Fortunately, Medieval Studies is slowly widening the lens to give us a bigger and better picture of what went on beyond the invisible borders of west versus east. This week, Danièle speaks with Florin Curta about why it’…

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Rory McCann is Baylen Skoll, George Miller for 'World War Hulk"? | THE HOT MIC 2:04:00

5M ago2:04:00

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Sneider's scoop that Marvel looking to recast T'Challa, George Miller possibly directing a 'World War Hulk' or 'Thor 5' film, Muschietti and Matt Reeves chiming in on the Pattinson as Gunn's Batman, Danny Boyle returning to direct 3r…

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Early English Queens with Matthew Firth 49:09

5M ago49:09

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Most of us could probably come up with a few names of the kings who ruled in England in the centuries before the Norman Conquest, but the queens? Maybe not. We know they existed, but it can be hard to figure out much else about them – or whether later medieval notions of what queenship actually is even fit. This week, Danièle speaks with Matthew Fi…

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DC: Jason Momoa is LOBO, No Batman Origin Story, and Blake Lively vs Baldoni Heats Up | THE HOT MIC 1:58:34

5M ago1:58:34

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Jason Momoa being confirmed as LOBO in James Gunn's DCU, Gunn also saying that Batman will not get an origin story, Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni heats up, Air Force One sequel possibly in the works, WB continuing Dune with or witho…

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Fixing the Liturgy with CJ Jones 44:18

5M ago44:18

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There’s a pretty common myth that medieval women had no agency in their lives; that they were quiet and subservient, and accepted the status quo without thinking too hard about it. The reality, of course, was much different - even for those with the strictest rules: nuns. This week, Danièle speaks with CJ Jones about Dominican nuns, their theologic…

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Christopher Nolan to Direct The Odyssey, The Batman Part II Pushed to 2027 1:56:10

5M ago1:56:10

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Christopher Nolan directing a version of 'The Odyssey' as his next film, Sneider's 'Superman' report teases behind the scenes issues, Spider-Man 4 drama, Robert Eggers remaking 'Labyrinth', Mufasa bounces back and Nosferatu surprises…

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2024: The Medieval Year in Review 40:18

5M ago40:18

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2024 has been another wild ride in politics and medieval studies. This week, continuing tradition, Danièle speaks with Peter Konieczny from Medievalists.net about what’s been happening in the world and in the field this year. You can support this podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/medievalists…

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Sadie Sink is Frontrunner for MCU's Jean Grey. Superman Trailer Reactions - THE HOT MIC 1:57:09

5M ago1:57:09

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including their reactions to the new Teaser Trailer for SUPERMAN from James Gunn, new Spider-Man 4 and James Bond details with shocking updates, the Warfare, Death of a Unicorn and Black Bag trailers, Beyind the Spider-Verse announces director…

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In Defense of Women with Margaret L. King 49:51

5M ago49:51

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One of the favourite pastimes of certain thinkers throughout history has been to demonstrate the supposed inferiority of women, something both modern people and people of the past have resisted with spicy arguments of their own. These days, we tend to use science and statistics to help us lend weight to our positions. But what did people lean on in…

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Episode 73: Starry Not Sorry (ft. Iman Behbehani, Kate Schmidt & Matthew Starr) 1:05:15

5M ago1:05:15

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See our show THIS THURSDAY (12/19) in person in New York or streaming from wherever you are! In this Astrophysics-themed episode, we were joined by astrophysicist Iman Behbehani, astronomer Kate Schmidt, and comedian Matthew Starr for stories about the stars, comedy about the cosmos, and trivia that’ll be out of this world! Iman: @astroontapnyc Kat…

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Chris Evans Returns to MCU to Play NOMAD, Sony Halts Live Action Spider-Man Universe 1:55:34

6M ago1:55:34

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On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Chris Evans back in MCU, Paul Mescal officially McCartney, Kraven ending Sony’s Spider Verse run, 28 Years Later trailer, Kraven review, Clayface movie greenly at DC, Critics Choice awards noms, Austin Butler for American Psycho rebo…

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