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The Ringer-Verse

The Ringer

The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring:

'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week.

'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and company discuss the latest in the world of video games, from headline-making new releases, to industry trends, to game swaps and nostalgic re-plays.

Follow the House of R feed for deep dives from Mal and Jo!

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  • 777 episodes
  • Updated Monday
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  • Jul 30, 2023 · 14 min

    ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 6 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons might not be a Mega Super Skrull, but she is our expert when it comes to looking at the biggest easter eggs in Episode 6 of 'Secret Invasion.' Jess takes a look at the Gravik speech (2:50), all the powers that were in The Harvest (4:50) and why President Ritson is actually the worst (9:23). Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Ronak Nair, Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 27, 2023 · 12 min

    'Gen V' Teaser Trailer Breakdown [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons is breaking down the latest teaser trailer for 'Gen V,' a spinoff of 'The Boys.' She dives into who all the new characters are, discusses the larger connections to 'The Boys,' and speculates on what could happen in the series. Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 26, 2023 · 1 hr 21 min

    'Secret Invasion' Finale Reactions and "Barbenheimer" Weekend | The Midnight Boys

    The Invasion is complete and it is time for the Midnight Boys to give their final thoughts on the finale of 'Secret Invasion' (08:31). They ponder where this leaves the rest of the MCU and what they hope comes after. Later, they recap their "Barbenheimer" weekend and give thoughts on the two biggest movies of the year (56:56). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi Adeniran Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 24, 2023 · 1 hr 23 min

    'Pikmin 4' and the Nintendo Franchise Draft | Button Mash

    Ben and Jess welcome you to 'Button Mash' with their impressions of 'Pikmin 4' and the 'Pikmin' franchise (09:45). Later on, they draft their personal favorite Nintendo franchises throughout the years (26:07). Finally, Ben sells Jessica on the latest video game television adaptation, 'Twisted Metal' (70:01). Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 23, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min

    ‘Barbie’ Reactions | Mint Edition

    Steve, Jessica, and Jomi are back to share their reactions to the latest film in fandom, ‘Barbie.’ Listen as the crew discusses whether this is a movie for children, highlight some of the film’s funniest moments, and dive into some of the film’s deeper themes pertaining to what Barbie dolls mean to the world. Hosts: Steve Ahlman, Jessica Clemons, Jomi Adeniran Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 22, 2023 · 2 hr 27 min

    A 'Doctor Who' Viewing Guide (Part 3) | House of R

    Mal and Jo are back with Part 3 of their dive into 'Doctor Who.' They describe their emotions as David Tennant's run as The Doctor comes to an end (12:36), their love for Donna (49:19), and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 21, 2023 · 11 min

    'Secret Invasion’ Episode 5 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons is back to take a look at some of the biggest Easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 5, including Gravik's ruthlessness against his own people (2:25), the Harvest (5:39), and some fun connections to 'Black Widow' (8:12). Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Richie Bozek, Mallory Rubin, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 19, 2023 · 1 hr 39 min

    Double Feature Draft: The Greatest Toys and the Best Movie Explosions | The Midnight Boys

    Here comes the boom! In celebration of the 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' releases, the Midnight Boys are giving you their first double feature draft! A two-part draft of the best toys ever (09:30) and cinema's most incredible explosions (59:18). Join them as they find the best of both worlds while nostalgia and napalm consume this episode. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi Adeniran Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 16, 2023 · 12 min

    ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 4 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons is breaking down all the easter eggs in 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4, including the de-aging of Nick Fury (1:19); Raymond Carver's book of poems, 'A New Path to the Waterfall' (1:50); a possible X-Men connection (5:40); and a liquor we've seen before in the MCU (6:50). Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervison: Richie Bozek, Mallory Rubin, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 14, 2023 · 2 hr 5 min

    The Best of the Year (So Far)! | House of R

    Do you want the best? Well, you got it! Mal and Jo are here to give you each their top ten best recommendations in the world of fandom so far (12:26). From movies to shows to everything in between, they share with you all the things you need to have seen by now. They later do a trailer hype check-in with Ahsoka, ’Dune: Part 2,’ and more (96:04), then end with some ‘Secret Invasion’ talk on the latest episode (1:49:52). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 12, 2023 · 1 hr 48 min

    'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' Reactions, and 'Secret Invasion' Episode 4 | The Midnight Boys

    This pod, should you choose to accept it, will be about Ethan Hunt's biggest mission yet, and dive into reactions to 'Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning Part One' (05:19). Later, the boys will discuss their reactions to the latest episode of 'Secret Invasion' (61:58), as well as take on a bunch of new news items in the world of fandom (75:26). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi Adeniran Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 10, 2023 · 1 hr 27 min

    Revisiting 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' on its 20th Anniversary

    It's time to turn back the clock, as Ben and Jessica take it back to BioWare's seminal game, 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic' as the iconic game reaches its 20th anniversary (06:56). They discuss the game's impact on the role-playing game landscape, the greater Star Wars lore, and one of the biggest twists in gaming history (56:22). Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 9, 2023 · 13 min

    'Secret Invasion’ Episode 3 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons returns with another Easter Egg breakdown, this time on Episode 3 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She dives into who some of the Skrull infiltrators are (0:36), the Varra-Priscilla connection (2:33), the ‘Iron Man 3’ connection, and a potential Skrull reveal at the end of the episode (10:21). Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervison: Richie Bozek, Mallory Rubin, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 7, 2023 · 1 hr 54 min

    'Silo' Season One and 'Secret Invasion' Episode Three | House of R

    We do not know who built the pod, but Joanna and Mal are here to find out! The House of R takes a look at the breakout sci-fi hit 'Silo' for this week's podcast (06:48). Later, they dive into the third episode of Marvel's 'Secret Invasion' to uncover the latest mystery that surrounds Nick Fury (88:18). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 5, 2023 · 1 hr 18 min

    'Secret Invasion' Episode 3 Instant Reactions, and the Midnight Magna Carta | The Midnight Boys

    There is trouble in paradise for Nick Fury. The Midnight Boys are back to sink their teeth into Episode 3 of 'Secret Invasion' and break down the twists and turns of Fury and the Skrulls (06:17). Later, the boys give their recommendations for their official rules of fandom engagement, titled "The Midnight Magna Carta" (46:38). Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi Adeniran Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 3, 2023 · 54 min

    ‘The Witcher’ Season 3 (Part 1) Reactions | Mint Edition

    Steve, Jomi, and Jess are back to dive into the magical world of ‘The Witcher’ in the show’s third season. The trio looks at some of the strengths of the show, Henry Cavill’s performance, what his departure could mean for the show, and more. Hosts: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, and Jessica Clemons Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jul 2, 2023 · 22 min

    ‘Secret Invasion’ Episode 2 Easter Eggs [VIDEO]

    Jessica Clemons is back with an Easter Egg breakdown of Episode 2 of ‘Secret Invasion.’ She checks out if we’ve seen any of the Skrulls in previous MCU entries (0:50), breaks down the Nick Fury and James Rhodey scene (11:41), what the powers glimpsed in the lab could mean (16:20), and more! Host: Jessica Clemons Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervison: Richie Bozek, Mallory Rubin, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jun 30, 2023 · 2 hr 5 min

    'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Plus James Mangold | The House of Midnight

    It's time for another adventure! Joanna, Mal, and Van saddle up for another round with Indiana Jones and give their reactions to his latest adventure (05:27). They also discuss the hubris of Indy villains and how this film carries that tradition (46:51). Later, Jo and Mal are joined by the film's director, James Mangold, to discuss directing this legendary installment and what he has planned next for ‘Star Wars’ (85:45). Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson, and Van Lathan Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Jun 30, 2023 · 2 hr

    'Secret Invasion' Episode 2 Deep Dive | House of R

    They're all here! The 'House of R' crew returns to dive deep into the second episode of 'Secret Invasion' (11:36). They discuss the origins of Gravik and Nick Fury's relationship, as well as the betrayal that came with humanity and the Skrulls (22:09). Later, they break down the Skrull Council and what influence it has on society (64:16). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Social: Jomi Adeniran Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices