The Chatter After is where we chat, argue, and wax poetic about the things we love about all things in film. From the brilliance of The Godfather to the endearing fantasy of Avatar: The Last Airbender, we discuss everything in the film and television space from a place of love.
Movie experts Michael Thomas and Brandon Alvarado discuss the joys of film in the biweekly review show The Chatter After.
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The Absolute Universe, Invincible, and More Comic Book Chatter
DC is reshaping its comic book universe in a major way—and we’re breaking it all down.
In this episode, we dive deep into DC’s Absolute Comics initiative and explore the bold new “Year One” takes on its most iconic heroes: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and The Flash. From reimagined origins to tonal shifts and creative risks, we unpack what makes this new direction so exciting (and where it might divide fans).
Is this the fresh start DC needed? Or just another reboot in disguise?
We cover:
What the Absolute Universe is and why it matters
Batman’s new direction and tone
Superman’s evolving identity
Wonder Woman’s updated mythos
The Flash’s place in this new timeline
How does this compare to past DC reboots
If you’re a DC fan, comic reader, or just curious about where these legendary characters are headed next, this is the breakdown you don’t want to miss.
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:15:03 - Absolute Comics
00:42:29 - Mike's Comicshop Prep
00:56:17 - The Crossover Discussion
01:08:16 - The Dakota Incident
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25 Aug 2025
The Ultimate Action Movie Sequel Draft!
We’re drafting the greatest action movie sequels of all time. From Terminator 2 to The Dark Knight to old-school classics, we’re building the ultimate action movie binge lineup. Who drafted the best team of sequels? You decide!👉 Drop your picks in the comments and let us know who won the draft.
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16 Jul 2025
Take 42 - Did James Gunn Just Save the DCU? SUPERMAN Is the New Punk Rock
James Gunn’s Superman has finally hit theaters, and we’ve got a LOT to say. In this full spoiler review, we break down David Corenswet’s debut as the Man of Steel, the biggest surprises, the DCU connections, and that wild ending. Did Gunn nail the tone? Is the reboot off to a strong start? Let’s talk performances, cameos, and what this all means for the future of DC.
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87,395
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5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 72 / 100
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90
Social presence
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YouTube
76
Engagement
60
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