Pop Kannon Podcast

"You need to find your reason for living, man. You've got to find, your big, just gigantic drum kit, you know?" Travel back to the year 1980 with Robert, Jordan, Sarah and Joe as we review the pilot episode of "FREAKS AND GEEKS" on a special S1E1! We discuss the incredible cast of the short-lived Judd Apatow & Paul Feig series, whether or not it's an honest depiction of teenagers in high school, the show's willingness to confront complicated themes in the pilot, playing dodgeball, and of course, we each decide if the first episode was enough to sell us on the show! We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

"The only power I have is that I believe we can do better." It's Wednesday and that means Episode 56 is here! Robert, Jordan, and Joe are breaking down the Disney+ Series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier". We discuss the legacy of Captain America with Sam Wilson on the big screen, the tragic story of Isaiah Bradley, the increasingly poor decisions of John Walker, The Power Broker "twist", Karli Morgenthau and the Flagsmashers, and of course, the wonderful chemistry between Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie. We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

"It is by going down into the abyss where we recover the treasures of life. Where you stumble, there lies your treasure." Episode 55 is here and Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe are discussing the latest Zack Snyder film for Netflix... "Army of the Dead"! We discuss this interesting take on the zombie genre, our thoughts on Dave Bautista as a leading man, the Canon Dream Lenses used by Snyder to shoot the film, and Tig Notaro being added in post. We also ponder who the American President is within the story! Find out who liked the movie and who didn't, and of course, WHY! We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

"GET OVER HERE" and listen to what Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe think of the new "Mortal Kombat" film from Warner Bros.! We discuss an array of topics, including if we feel the game's source material successfully translates to film. Did we like the movie's original character, Cole? We ponder if Kabal is from New Jersey and Robert gives some insight as to WHY he feels like Ryan Reynolds wouldn't work as Johnny Cage in a sequel. All this and more in our 54th installment of Pop Kannon! We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

"LET THEM (TALK ABOUT) FIGHT(ING)!" In the latest installment of Pop Kannon, Robert and Jordan are joined by Paul and Joe to chat about the latest "Monsterverse" film! We talk about the human element, the incorporation of the Hollow Earth, the scope of this film compared to previous films, and THE FIGHTS! So if you've seen the film in theaters or on HBO Max, let's sit down and hash this entire thing out! The Good, The Bad, and the MONSTERS! We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon​ Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are!  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/​ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon​ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

"LOOK! UP IN THE SKY! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's the NEW (episode) 52 of Pop Kannon!" Robert, Jordan, Paul and Joe give their thoughts on the heavily anticipated 4-hour cut of Justice League; Directed by Zack Snyder! We discuss our opinions on the massive story beats, the benefits of streaming platforms for artists, the way this movie frames the characters in a completely different light, the parallels between other DCEU films, and of course, THE KNIGHTMARE. So make your own future and hit "play" today. We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

In the 51st installment of Pop Kannon, Robert, Jordan, and Joe give their thoughts on the Disney+ Series WandaVision! We heap praise on Elizabeth Olsen's performance(s), break down the importance of Malcom in the Middle, the decisions regarding certain story choices, the inclusion of smaller characters within the MCU, and a whole bunch more! We are also available via VIDEO on YouTube! Head to our LinkTree to subscribe! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

Pop Kannon returns with our 50th episode AND our first episode of 2021! On this installment, Robert and Jordan are joined by Sarah and Paul to discuss their thoughts about WONDER WOMAN 1984!  We dissect the plot of the film, as well as take a look at the characters, their motivations, their dialogue, the questionable decisions the filmmakers made and more. What worked for some and what didn't for others AND WHY.  Regardless of how you feel about the movie, let us know in the comments! As always, there is a VIDEO version of this podcast available on YouTube! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are!  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon  Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

In this episode, Robert and Jordan sit down for a cozy fireside chat to discuss the winner of the Greatest Holiday Movie Tournament - Christmas Vacation! We share our favorite moments from the film, the impact it has on our own family Christmases, and why we agree with it winning. And speaking of the tournament, we also break down what happened within the tourney itself, highlighting our favorite matchups and movies throughout!  Don't agree? Let us know in the comments!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media and tell us how wrong we are!  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

In Episode 48, we return to our S1E1 series! Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Sarah to look back at the pilot episode of "Supernatural"! We discuss everyone's experiences with the show, who HASN'T seen it, what their opinions of the first episode were, will they continue watching the show, and MORE! We also discuss trying to write for TV in 2005 on a network, the mythology of the series, as well as the performances by Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles. Do not miss this EXTRA-NATURAL episode of Pop Kannon!  Be sure to subscribe for more content! We are also available on YouTube in a video version! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

Episode 47 is here and Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Paul to look back at a little independent film from 1978 titled "Halloween"!  We talk about the legacy of the Halloween Franchise and what it means to each of us, the performances, the direction, the lighting, the lore created in subsequent films, and MORE.  Do not miss this very SPOOKY episode of Pop Kannon, just in time for Halloween!  Be sure to subscribe for more content! We are also available on YouTube in a video version!  https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media!  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

In this episode, Robert and Jordan are joined by Sarah and Joe to talk about The Invisible Man (2020)! We marvel over Elizabeth Moss' incredible performance and discuss the use of negative space in certain shots. We also dig into the sci-fi elements, the sound design, if the film was successful in building tension or not,  and so much more! Be sure to subscribe for more content! We are also available on YouTube in a video version! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

This week Robert, Jordan, Joe, and Paul enter the DC FanDome to breakdown ALL the big news from the event. We discuss everything, including WW84, Gotham Knights, The Suicide Squad, The Snyder Cut, Black Adam, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, and The Batman. We also dig into DC’s Multiverse and talk the ramifications of Flashpoint - and more! It’s a huge episode chock full of reactions, so if you watched any part of FanDome, this is a cant miss installment of Pop Kannon! Wonder Woman 1984- 00:54 Multiverse/The Flash Movie- 13:10 Gotham Knights- 22:25 Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League: 31:56 The Suicide Squad: 36:23 Black Adam: 49:18 The Snyder Cut Teaser: 58:37 The Batman: 01:07:04 Closing Thoughts: 01:45:05 Be sure to subscribe for more content! We are also available on YouTube in a video version! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https:

This week, Robert, Jordan, Joe and Paul go for a deep dive into 2016’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition). We compare the Ultimate Edition to the Theatrical Cut, dissect the performances and portrayals of the main characters, and discuss all of the action! We don’t stop there, either, as we take a long hard look at Ben Affleck as Batman/Bruce Wayne. We also break down a lot of the decisions Zack Snyder made in this polarizing film, and how it stands up all these years later. There’s SO MUCH in this episode - it’s an unmissable installment of Pop Kannon! Be sure to subscribe for more content! We are also available on your preferred podcast platform! https://linktr.ee/PopKannon Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Paul to discuss Zack Snyder's 2013 Superman film "Man of Steel". We discuss the characters, the performances, we dissect the plot and talk controversies surrounding the film that ultimately kicked off the DCEU. All this and more in Episode 43! If you prefer, there is a VIDEO version of this episode available now on our YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClj6onoRaNPZFgV8Uc2NMDQ Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe and Sarah to discuss the Safdie Brothers film "Uncut Gems". We talk about the successful way they built the tension, the characters, and how a modern Jewish family was portrayed. We also dig into Adam Sandler’s incredible performance, and how even in a serious drama where his character is basically reprehensible, he's somehow able to pull you in. All this and more in Episode 42! If you prefer, there is a VIDEO version of this episode available now on our YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClj6onoRaNPZFgV8Uc2NMDQ Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe to discuss the entire third season of the HBO series, Westworld. The guys talk about the overall season-long narrative, the characters' motivations, the twists, the big bad, the easter eggs, what Season 4 has to offer and everything in between! If you've listened to our previous Westworld coverage, this is a can't miss episode! If you prefer, there is a VIDEO version of this episode available now on YouTube! Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

This week, Robert and Jordan are joined by Joe (Ep. 9 - Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse) to discuss the Netflix Original Film, Extraction. The guys talk about whether or not the story holds itself up to the action in the film, their favorite action sequences, and the camera work. We also break down how we feel about the unique setting, Chris Hemsworth's character, as well as the side characters, and much more! If you prefer, there is a VIDEO version of this episode available now on YouTube! Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

Robert, Jordan, Sarah, and Paul got together to break down Robert Eggers's The Lighthouse, starring Robert Pattinson & Willem Dafoe. We discuss the acting performances, the cinematography, and the plot. We dig into some of the thematic elements and make some connections to literary works that we believe the writer/director may have drawn from. Additionally, we share what exactly confused us about the film and tried to expound upon those moments and decisions.  Unfortunately, there is no VIDEO version of this episode, but the audio version will still be available on YouTube. Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/

In this episode, Robert, Jordan, and special guest Sarah (of Fairy Tall Tales, previously guested on our It Chapter 2 review) got together to discuss Season 1 of Netflix's Locke & Key. We break down all of the keys, our favorite concepts, and the mythology, or lack thereof. We also talk about the Locke family and look ahead to what we hope for in a (now confirmed!) second season.   We also have a VIDEO version of this episode available on YouTube! Engage with us on social media! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popkannon/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/popkannon Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PopKannonPod/