On Issue #366 of The Comic Section Podcast, Jason and Shawn break down another massive week in movies, TV, gaming, and streaming as Hollywood’s future continues to shift in real time.

In Breaking News, we dive into Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos doubling down on theatrical releases as the streamer eyes Warner Bros. and commits to a true cinema future. Is Netflix about to change the game for good?

We also talk about new casting news from Prime Video’s God of War series, with Teresa Palmer reportedly joining the cast as the Norse goddess Sif, alongside Ryan Hurst’s Kratos.

DC fans get an update as Christina Hodson (The Flash, Birds of Prey) is confirmed to be writing The Brave and the Bold, bringing Batman and Robin officially into James Gunn’s DC Universe.

Over in gaming and fandom drama, we react to GameStop rejecting Sophie Turner’s Lara Croft in Prime Video’s upcoming Tomb Raider series — and why the internet had plenty to say about it.

Plus, nostalgia hits hard as Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell reunite for the horror-comedy Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein.

In our Coming Soon / Preview segment, we check out new trailers from:

• Masters of the Universe
  

• Invincible Season 4
  

• Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
  

And in reviews:

• Jason reviews Animal Kingdom
  

• Shawn reviews Netflix’s The RIP
  

🔥 Big studio moves, DC updates, gaming controversies, and classic comedy returns — you don’t want to miss this one.

🎙️ Tune in now to The Comic Section Podcast – Issue #366!

Issue #365 of The Comic Section Podcast is packed with major breaking news from movies, TV, gaming, and streaming.

Jason and Shawn break down:

• ⚔️ Ryan Hurst cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s God of War series
  

• 🎬 Paramount Skydance vs. Warner Bros. Discovery, as the legal battle escalates
  

• 🦸‍♂️ Creature Commandos Season 2 officially in production at DC Studios
  

• 🤖 Matthew McConaughey trademarking his voice & likeness to protect against AI misuse
  

• 🌌 Kathleen Kennedy stepping down as Lucasfilm president and what it means for Star Wars
  

Plus, we preview upcoming projects including Euphoria Season 3, Avengers: Doomsday, The Bluff, and The Mummy.

🎙️ Tune in for sharp takes, deep dives, and all the pop culture news you need.

A brand-new year of pop culture talk continues on Issue #364 of The Comic Section Podcast! This week, Ant returns to the mic to kick things off with their Top 5 Movies & Shows of 2025, adding fresh takes to the countdown.

In our Breaking News/Headlines segment, we clear up the confusion surrounding reports about Netflix and Warner Bros. theatrical windows, breaking down what Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos actually said amid the company’s bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.

We also dive into some major casting and industry news, including:

• Sebastian Stan potentially joining Robert Pattinson in The Batman Part II
  

• Disney officially casting Rapunzel and Flynn Rider for the live-action Tangled remake
  

• Live Nation and Ticketmaster pushing back against the FTC’s lawsuit over ticket scalping and resale practices
  

In our Coming Soon / Preview segment, we react to new trailers and teasers, including:

• Avengers: Doomsday teasing the return of Xavier and Magneto
  

• The Death of Robin Hood
  

• They Will Kill You
  

To close things out in the Review Segment, Ant shares thoughts on Marty Supreme and KPop Demon Hunters, while Shawn reviews MGM+’s Robin Hood.

🎧 From superhero rumors and streaming shakeups to reviews and trailers, this episode is packed—tune in now!

A brand-new year means brand-new rankings and massive Marvel news! 🎬🔥

In Issue #363 of The Comic Section Podcast, Jason and Shawn kick off the new year by counting down their Top 5 Movies and TV Shows of 2025, highlighting the biggest hits, surprises, and standouts that defined the year in pop culture.

We also dive into the latest Avengers: Doomsday teasers, breaking down the buzz around Chris Evans’ rumored return, Thor’s role in the MCU’s future, and the potential leak of an X-Men Doomsday teaser featuring James Marsden’s Cyclops.

To wrap things up, Jason shares his full review of Avatar: Fire and Ash and whether James Cameron delivers another cinematic spectacle.

It’s a packed episode filled with rankings, theories, and hype—tune in and start the year off geeked up! 🎧🔥

This week on The Comic Section Podcast – Issue #362, Jason, Ant, and Shawn return with another packed episode full of industry shake-ups, casting surprises, and streaming battles!

We begin by paying our respects to James Ransone, known for The Wire and IT: Chapter Two, who has passed away at age 46.

In Breaking News & Headlines, we discuss:

🩸 Blumhouse & Atomic Monster hit $1 BILLION worldwide in 2025 – a record year of horror dominance! 🧠 Lars Eidinger officially cast as Brainiac in James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow! 🍸 James Bond films are heading to Netflix, despite Amazon owning the franchise. 🚫 YouTube TERMINATES two massive AI movie-trailer channels for misleading content.

Then in our Coming Soon/Preview Segment, we react to new trailers for:

🎥 The Digger 🎥 The Odyssey

And to wrap things up, in our Review Segment:

⭐ Ant reviews Avatar: Fire and Ash ⭐ Shawn shares thoughts on IT: Welcome to Derry – Season One

🎧 Horror wins big, DC casts a major villain, streaming platforms fight over Bond, and AI content finally hits consequences. Tune in for debate, laughs, and deep-dive discussion!

This week on The Comic Section Podcast, we open the show by paying our respects to legendary director and actor Rob Reiner and character actor Peter Greene, honoring their lasting impact on film and television.

In our Breaking News/Headlines segment, Hollywood as we know it faces massive shifts. The Academy Awards are officially moving to YouTube beginning in 2029, marking a historic change as the Oscars will stream free worldwide once ABC’s long-running deal expires. We break down what this means for the future of live events, television, and streaming.

We also dive into a copyright lawsuit against Disney and James Cameron, as a 3D animator claims Avatar: The Way of Water borrowed elements from his sci-fi story. Is this a serious threat to one of cinema’s biggest franchises, or another Hollywood legal showdown?

Plus, the streaming wars escalate as Warner Bros. Discovery officially rejects Paramount’s $30-per-share acquisition offer, doubling down on its Netflix deal and igniting debate over the future of the entertainment industry.

And in a surprising tech move, Instagram launches a TV app, bringing Reels to the big screen—changing how short-form content is consumed at home.

🎬 Coming Soon / Preview Segment:

• Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day
  

• Street Fighter
  

• Primate
  

📺 Review Segment:

• Jason reviews IT: Welcome to Derry – Season One
  It’s a packed episode full of industry shakeups, legal drama, and pop-culture conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Tune in now and join the discussion!

On this week’s episode of The Comic Section Podcast, Ant and Shawn make their long-awaited return after the Thanksgiving break, and the crew jumps straight into a packed show of major news, trailers, and reviews.

We begin by paying our respects to Jeff Garcia, the beloved voice actor best known as Sheen from Jimmy Neutron, who has sadly passed away at the age of 50. We reflect on his legacy and impact on animation and pop culture.

In our Breaking News/Headlines segment, we dive into one of the biggest Hollywood shake-ups in years as Netflix and Paramount go head-to-head over Warner Bros. Discovery, putting the future of HBO, DC, Looney Tunes, and more in question. We also react to James Gunn unveiling a new Supergirl poster and teaser preview, and break down the mysterious first poster teasing Steven Spielberg’s secretive UFO film, complete with an ominous tagline that has fans speculating.

In our Coming Soon/Preview segment, we check out upcoming trailers and teasers from Supergirl, The Boys, and Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2.

Finally, in our Review segment:

• Jason reviews Now You See Me: Now You Don’t
  

• Shawn reviews Netflix’s Splinter Cell and Sean Combs: The Reckoning
  

• Ant reviews Netflix’s Frankenstein and Kill Bill: The Last Chapter – Yuki’s Revenge
  It’s a full episode loaded with industry drama, superhero hype, and plenty of must-watch reviews — tune in!

Get ready for another hard-hitting Ringside Edition of The Comic Section Podcast! This week, Jason tags in wrestling experts Sean and Melissa Connell to break down their epic trip to WrestleCade 2025. They share insider tips on wrestling convention etiquette, fan behavior, respecting women in the industry, presale merch strategies, and more.

Next, the trio dives into the heated reactions surrounding this year’s WWE Survivor Series: War Games. Should WWE even keep War Games as a PLE? Or is it time for AEW to take the cage and run with it?

We also discuss why supporting all wrestling promotions matters—from AEW and MLW to 4th Rope and rising independents. Plus: major news as TNA signs a TV deal with AMC, big guests announced for the upcoming Central Carolina Comic Con, and WWE prepares to officially leave Peacock by year’s end.

It’s wrestling news, real conversations, and plenty of passionate debate. Tune in! 🎧🔥