⚠️ Warning: Possible spoilers ahead. Movie Maniacs is back with a packed episode: we break down the latest leaked/rumored trailer chatter for Avengers: Doomsday, including the claim that Captain America returns and how an incursion could be the big storyline tying everything together. We also discuss the implications of the leaked Thor audio, explore why Doctor Doom might be the true threat, and explore what fans believe he's pursuing. Then we jump to the messy online debate around the low-quality Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer leak—is it legit, or is AI fooling everyone? Finally, we wrap with our review of Avatar: Fire and Ash—gorgeous visuals, epic flying sequences, strong action moments, and where it lands in our ranking of the Avatar films.

Grab your popcorn—Movie Maniacs is back! Eric and Will dive into the hype around Stranger Things Season 5 (no spoilers), including the record-smashing premiere, the Duffer Brothers’ long-planned ending, and what fans can expect next. Then it gets interesting: we talk big industry news and fears about what a Netflix-powered future could mean for Warner Bros. Discovery and the James Gunn DC Universe. Thereafter, it’s time for rankings—our personal Top 5 favorite movies (yes, there are some controversial picks), and we wrap by comparing the box office battle of Wicked 2 vs. Zootopia 2.

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Harper, Anja, and Leyla tell us some fascinating facts about chameleons.

In this episode of “The Real Truth,” Eve kicks off the very first show by “exposing” the real reason behind school picture day. What sounds like a regular school event is, according to her playful conspiracy, actually a cover for a secret club run by teachers at Highcrest Middle School!

In this episode, Emerson dives into a world of imaginative Minecraft updates, sharing three exciting “new” eras. First, he explores the Copper Age, where shells store your items, Copper Golems help sort your stuff, and copper tools, armor, buttons, bars, and lanterns change how you play. Next, he takes you into the Chase the Skies update, introducing a wild new block called dry gas that can transform into different floating gas mobs that you can eventually ride through the sky. Finally, he discusses the Mounts of Mayhem update, featuring spears and a rideable underwater mob called the Nautilus that helps you breathe and build beneath the ocean.

In this episode, James explores Meta's latest AI initiatives, envisions a future where robots could help us with sports, and even introduces a captivating cellphone trivia challenge to keep you engaged. It's a tech-filled adventure from a middle schooler’s perspective!

Erik and Will are back with another episode of Movie Maniacs. In this podcast, we discuss Tron: Ares and Avengers: Doomsday, along with sharing a list of our most anticipated movies in 2026.

Audrey and Tessa talk about one of their favorite books: Small Steps by Peg Kehret. They look at some interesting facts from the book and also share a fun trivia question.