Somehow Shrek returned. In Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise, three intrepid writers get their big Hollywood break the only way you can these days—by reviving stagnant IP. Join Ian, Sam & Spencer every other week as they oversaturate 2 markets simultaneously with reboots of everything from Alien to Zoolander.
Happy 100th episode of Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise! In this very special celebration episode, we're looking at two franchises that came so close to a crossover back in 2014. Although it never materialized, thanks to the North Korean government, we are able to learn about it (as well as some personal emails from Scott Rudin and Amy Pascal). Join the secret society of writers, Ian, Sam, and Spencer (Also known as Agents I, S, and disgraced former agent Sapienza) as we break down the secret story of when MIB met Jump St. with the help of past guests, and the return of goo news. Will Agent M return from Antarctica? Who does Jonah Hill flirt with problematically? Will the aliens need more medicine? Will we have too much to discuss and end up completely ignoring that time Rip Torn tried to rob a bank because he drunkenly mistook it for his house? Tune in to find out in MIB23. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA - Channing Tatum
23 Sept 2026
Anchorman 2049: The Legend Concludes (with Tyler Silby)
Wake up, San Diego! For our 99th episode, we're looking at the franchise quoted by every teen boy in America in the year 2004, it's 2013 sequel, and it's alt-quel. Join the Channel 4 News team of Ian, Sam, Jimmy, and special guest Tyler Silby (Spencer Sapienza is away on assignment in Little St James), as we debate the crimes of the past, present and future. Relive early internet memories, from Dr. Tran to ifunny. Select your fantasy team of news anchors fighting to the death. And most importantly, stay classy. How will Ron and friends do as the last news anchors in the dystopian future? How will Baxter save the day? Will milk be a good choice this time? Tune in to find out in Anchorman 2049.
Follow Tyler: https://youtube.com/@wampyt?si=EFF07u25gxwclQeC
9 Sept 2026
The Sorcerer's Apprentice Part II: The Prime Musician
The wait is over! Live from WNYU, the hit radio station playing only One Republic, we're waving our hands and trying to believe in ourselves as we conjure a sequel to The Sorcerer's Apprentice. New York has changed since 2010, and all the magic is gone, but our intrepid writers will work to break this story, and the Grimhold. Join Ian, Sam, Spencer, and friend of the pod Jimmy Cork, as we explore this world of sentient brooms. Will Chernabog have his revenge? Which beloved NYC neighborhood will Balthazar burn to the ground? What will Mamdani do to protect the Sabarro's across the five boroughs? Don your apprentice hat and cloak and tune in to this episode, played over Tesla coils.
Listen to Spencer's fake WNYU pop playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4ClzXGMrwojEeB1eAApkRQ?si=u5dujGJmSI6qL9qrEtfZrA
Who has been a guest on Sequels 2: Rise of the Franchise
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Audrey Black
Jimmy Cork
Shira Wilson
Eli Christopher
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
10 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
16 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100
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77
Social presence
91
YouTube
0
Engagement
51
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Ian and Sam and Spencer host the show. Published by Ian Deming, Sam Purdell and Spencer Sapienza.
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