Feels Over Reels and Pop Culture Appeal

Episode 8: Furiosa, X-men 97, Star Wars: The Acolyte

In this episode of Feel Over Reels, hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Farrell dive into the latest releases and upcoming shows. They start with a detailed discussion on 'Furiosa', analyzing its box office performance and speculating on reasons behind its underwhelming domestic performance despite critical acclaim. They follow up with an enthusiastic review of 'X-Men 97,' praising its animation, voice acting, and storytelling, while also reminiscing about the original series. The episode wraps up with initial impressions of 'Star Wars: The Acolyte,' sharing mixed feelings about the new Disney+ show and debating character motivations, plot development, and potential twists.
 
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:12 Furiosa: A Box Office Analysis
04:59 X-Men 97: A Nostalgic Revival
24:32 Dealing with the Apocalypse
25:22 Comic Book Logic and Multiverse Madness
25:57 Reviewing the Show's Intro
28:11 Disney Plus Advertising Woes
28:32 First Impressions of The Acolyte
30:30 Speculations and Theories
34:16 Character Analysis and Critiques
47:19 Hopes for the Season
51:51 Final Thoughts and Promotions

Episode 7: Tales of the Empire, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

In this episode of 'Feels Over Reals,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Farrell discuss 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' and 'Tales of the Empire.' The hosts debate character arcs, plot developments, and thematic elements in both works. They also share their enthusiasm for the intricate storytelling found in 'Tales of the Empire' and the cinematic achievements of 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.'00:00 Welcome to Feel Over Reals: Introductions & What's Coming Up00:16 Deep Dive into 'Tales of the Empire': Character Arcs & Analysis17:38 Exploring 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes': Reviews & Insights20:16 Diving Into the Spoiler Zone20:34 Character Deep Dive and Plot Twists21:30 Analyzing Character Dynamics and Story Arcs23:35 Speculating on Character Fates and Sequel Hints24:23 Exploring Themes and Character Motivations25:01 Unpacking the Human-Ape Dynamics29:26 The Fallout: Virus, Bunkers, and Societal Divides33:43 Final Thoughts and Series Ranking39:42 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs

Episode 6: Shogun, Fallout

This episode of 'Feels Over Reels' podcast delves into the last 2 episodes of Shogun as well as the Fallout TV series, analyzing its faithful adaptation from the iconic video game, focusing on character development and the preservation of the game's post-apocalyptic atmosphere. The hosts debate the effectiveness of different content release strategies, advocating for weekly releases to heighten audience engagement through speculation and anticipation. They commend Fallout's series quality, suggesting it sets a promising precedence for future video game adaptations in both TV and movies. The discussion encapsulates the importance of strategic release schedules, the success of the Fallout adaptation, and its implications for the genre's future.00:00 Welcome to Feel Over Real: Diving into Shogun and Fallout00:17 Deep Dive into Shogun's Crimson Sky Episode06:37 Analyzing Episode Dynamics and Character Motivations09:44 Navigating Cultural Misunderstandings in TV Shows17:08 Deep Dive into Shogun's A dream of a dream Episode33:38 The Dub vs. Sub Debate: Authenticity in Translation34:56 Favorite Characters and Their Complexities35:38 Exploring the Fallout Universe: A New Show Breakdown37:33 Vault Dwellers and Wasteland Survival: A Closer Look40:16 Character Focus: Maximus and the Brotherhood of Steel44:23 The Ghoul's Tale: Immortality and Its Pitfalls01:00:19 Comparing Fallout to Other Video Game Adaptations01:08:15 Final Thoughts and Ratings on the Fallout Show

Episode 5: Shogun, Invincible, Civil War

This episode we talk about the latest episodes of Shogun, Season 2 of Invincible, and the movie Civil War (2024)

Episode 4 : Halo, Shogun, Godzilla X Kong

This episode we talk about the season finale of Halo, Episodes 5 and 6 of Shogun, and Godzilla X Kong as well as do a Godzilla trivia game. 

Episode 3: Halo/Shogun Extravaganza!

On this weeks episode we will be discussing episodes 6 and 7 from Halo and episodes 3 and 4 from Shogun! 

Episode 2: Shogun, Halo, Dune 2

In this episode we discuss the first 2 episodes of Shogun, episodes 3 and 4 of Halo, and Dune 2!

Episode 1 Xbox Exclusivity, Halo Season 2, Madame Web!

In this episode we will discussing Xbox Exclusivity, Halo Season 2, Madame Web!