Showing posts with label star wars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label star wars. Show all posts
Thursday, June 23, 2022
Episode 143 - Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Review + Field of Dreams on Retro Rewind
What is there more to say about Obi-Wan Kenobi that fans aren't already about? Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen reprise their iconic roles from the Star Wars prequal sagas as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin / Darth Vader. The series hits hard on many aspects from it's stunning visuals to the writing and acting. The climactic finale gave fans so much to buzz about, and we're hear to unpack all the greatest moments from this beloved Disney Plus series. We also discuss "Field of Dreams" from 1989 starring Kevin Costner and the late Ray Liotta.
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Disney Plus,
Field of Dreams,
Obi-Wan Kenobi,
popxcast,
Retro Rewind,
star wars
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Episode 111 - The Mandalorian S2, Spider-Man 3, Fantastic Four & So Much More!
Team POPX prepares for the full breakdown of Season 2 of The Mandalorian on Disney+. Also, we discuss the recent casting additions going in to Marvel's Spider-Man 3, and unravel the mountain of news from Disney's live event including Star Wars, Marvel Studios, Pixar, Disney Animation and much more. This jam packed episode will leave your spidey-senses tingling for more, so mark your calendars and join us.
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Bobo Fett,
Grogu,
Jon Favreau,
Lucas Film,
Mando,
Marvel Studios,
MCU,
Spider-Man 3,
star wars,
The Mandalorian
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Episode 104 - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Discussion & Review
Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker, will it leave this franchise on a positive note and will we get our "Endgame" finality to a 40 year ongoing franchise? Join us this weekend as we unpack all facets of the revived Star Wars franchise, and discuss our thoughts on the latest addition to the Skywalker saga. We'll dive deep into the latest trilogy, and share our thoughts on the 3 sets of unique trilogies in the 9 film saga of Star Wars "Skywalker" story line. Initiate Order #66, engage!
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Baby Yoda,
Darth Vader,
Disney,
George Lucas,
Han Solo,
Lucas Films,
Luke Skywalker,
star wars,
The Mandalorian,
The Rise of Skywalker
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Episode 100 - Celebrating 4 Years of POPX with Orlando Theme Park Guru Big Fat Panda & More
It's here folks, POPX turns 100! With this momentous occasion, we've invited theme park vlogger and Disney expert John Saccheri aka (Bigfatpanda.com) to join us for a full Orlando theme park update including insight into Disney's upcoming Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. Among updates on Halloween Horror Nights, Disney's 50th Anniversary in 2021 and more!
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100 Episodes,
Big Fat Panda,
BigFatPanda,
comics,
Disney,
Galaxy's Edge,
Halloween horror Nights,
HHN,
John Saccheri,
movies,
popx,
scifi,
star wars,
Universal Studios
Sunday, November 11, 2018
Episode 86 - RetroBlasting Returns - Inside The Showroom
On this very special episode of POPX, our very own Mike Ippolito goes on location at RetroBlasting headquarters in Atlanta, GA with an up close journey inside the vault and showroom. We'll discuss RetroBlasting founder Michael French's top 5 toy lines, answer questions LIVE from the fans, as well as a guided tour within the showroom collection. For real, this episode may just melt your brain with retro goodness. Grab your jetpacks, put on your Vader onesie and grab a cold glass of Pepsi Perfect, we're going in!
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80s,
80s kids,
80s toys,
collector,
GIJOE,
He-man,
Kenner,
old school,
retroblasting,
star wars,
vintage toys
Sunday, June 3, 2018
Episode 78 - Solo : A Star Wars Story Discussion & More
POPX leaps into hyperspace and ventures to a land in a galaxy far, far away, as we talk all things Solo and the film overall. We also have an in depth discussion about the future of Disney's Star Wars saga "side story" films, and their impact on pop culture today. Are they just right? Are they over saturating the market? All this and more on Episode 78.
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atari VCS,
chewbacca,
donald glover,
emilia clarke,
getchageekon,
Gotham,
Han Solo,
lando,
popx,
popxcast,
solo,
Spawn,
star wars,
star wars story,
Todd McFarlane
Sunday, December 17, 2017
Episode 68 - Star Wars - The Last Jedi Film Review & More
Team POPX tackles a discussion on the recent Disney/FOX aquisition, and how the ripple effects will impact the cinematic world. Then we discuss Star Wars the Last Jedi, and give our highlights, and official review. Synopsis: Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.
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C3PO,
getchageekon,
Han Solo,
Kylo Ren,
Luke Skywalker,
popx,
popxcast,
R2D2,
star wars,
The Last Jedi
Sunday, December 18, 2016
Episode 42 - Star Wars : Rogue One Movie Review & More - Spoiler Alert
Team POPX shares our highlights and favorite moments from the latest series to the Star Wars film sage, Rogue One. Spoiler Alert!
In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire's ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to do extraordinary things, and in doing so, become part of something greater than themselves.
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Death Star,
film review,
George Lucas,
Lucas Films,
popx,
Rogue One,
spoiler alert,
star wars
Sunday, July 24, 2016
Episode 25 - Star Trek Beyond Official Review - Spoiler Alert
On this week's episode we dive into all things San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) and the plethora of information, trailers and releases that follows. This week's movie, Star Trek Beyond, is a glowing example of what a Summer blockbuster movie should and can be.
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anton yelchin,
Arrow,
Batman,
Chris Pine,
DC,
GOTG,
Hulk,
JLA,
Leonard Nimoy,
marvel,
SDCC,
Spock,
star trek,
Star Trek Beyond,
star wars,
Superman,
The Flash,
Thor,
USS Enterprise,
zachary quinto
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Episode 16 - A Conversation w/ Heroes Landing Comic Book Shop Owner Todd Merrick
We talk with Todd Merrick, 8 year comic book shop owner about some of his personal favorite aspects of his day to day. We also dive into some of his projections on trends, fads and what's hot, what's fading in the industry today. We even geek out over some Star Wars nostalgia. Be sure to check out their fund raising account and please consider making a donation to help the store grow and thrive. CLICK HERE donate!
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Apocalypse,
Captain America,
comic shop,
comics,
DC Comics,
Heroes Landing,
marvel,
star wars,
Todd Merrick,
xmen
Monday, April 25, 2016
Episode 12 - The Rise of Female Superheroes in Comics, SciFi & Pop Culture
We talked with Jenny Stiven about the recent rise in the past 5 years or more of female lead roles in comics and film adaptations of superheroes. The podcast welcomes Austin Burke to the hosting role, and we break down our top 10 list of female superheroes.
Also, rumors have been circulating for years surrounding the rise of a female leader role on BBC's Doctor Who. With the reboot of Marvel and DC comics recently, we're also seeing a rise in heroines owning the superhero role.
What are your thoughts on seeing more and more female superheroes step up to the leading roles? Leave your comments below, or call into to our POPX hotline at 850-417-POPX (7679).
Also, rumors have been circulating for years surrounding the rise of a female leader role on BBC's Doctor Who. With the reboot of Marvel and DC comics recently, we're also seeing a rise in heroines owning the superhero role.
What are your thoughts on seeing more and more female superheroes step up to the leading roles? Leave your comments below, or call into to our POPX hotline at 850-417-POPX (7679).
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comics,
DC Comics,
female leaders,
female superheroes,
film,
girl power,
heroines,
marvel comics,
star wars,
superheroes
Friday, November 20, 2015
Coming 2016, An All New Podcast
Labels:
Back to the Future,
cinema,
comicbooks,
comics,
Dr. Who,
fans,
film,
geek,
nerd,
podcast,
pop culture,
popx,
star trek,
star wars,
superheroes,
television
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