What the Hype?! WTF Edition

About What the Hype?! WTF Edition

What The Hype?! is the class you always wanted, but were never offered in school! Each week, a panel of pop culture junkies educate each other on today’s biggest books, shows, movies, and more. No matter your experience, there’s something for everyone. Total Noob? We'll educate you on why the fandom took off and what makes someone a true fan! Already an expert? We’ll just see about that! Our subsequent episodes will take you on a deep dive and really test your stan-hood! And, if you’re somewhere in the middle, teetering on the edge of fandom, we’ll show you What The Hype is all about!

Publisher

Hypable Media NV

Category

arts · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

3 Jun 2024

Latest episode

17 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

3 of 87 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   17 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Final Hype: 'Outlander' Season 8 Reaction

   Outlander is back and so are we for this final installment of What the Hype?! We’re diving into the first episodes of Season 8 and unpacking everything that’s changed while Jamie and Claire were away—from their return to the Ridge to taking young Fanny under their wing and learning the heartbreaking story of how she and Jane ended up at the brothel. Meanwhile Ian and Rachel have been busy—hello new house and VERY pregnant Rachel—and the Ridge itself has evolved with a new trading post run by Hiram Crombie and Captain Cunningham. Roger, Bree, and the kids are suddenly back from the future (did we see that coming?), Rob Cameron is still missing in action, and Bree’s future-history books—including one written by Frank—drop a bombshell about when and how Jamie is supposed to die during the coming Revolutionary War. Needless to say… we have thoughts. 👀🔥 Want to keep up with us? Check out our sister podcasts #Millennial (https://www.millennialshow.com) and MuggleCast (https://www.mugglecast.com). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2. 

   3 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   'Bridgerton' Season 4 Part 2 Reaction

   We’re diving into 'Bridgerton' Season 4 Part 2 and unpacking the fallout from Benedict’s “be my mistress” fumble heard ’round the ton — including Sophie’s devastating call-out and whether this love story actually earned its swoon. We debate Araminta’s downfall, Violet catching on (of course she did), and that messy clash over Lord Anderson, before getting into Fran, John, and Michaela’s tender-but-tragic arc — yes, we’re talking about that death and the infertility storyline. Plus: Hyacinth’s chaotic “ball,” Colin and Penelope reeling from the Lady Whistledown twist, and Queen Charlotte quietly pulling strings as always. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3. 

   23 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   'The Pitt' Primer Discussion and Season 2 Check-In

   Welcome back to What The Hype, and clock in: we’re heading to the ER to break down Season 2 of 'The Pitt.' The hit medical drama returned January 8, picking up ten months later on the Fourth of July, and we’re diving into what makes this show stand out in a very crowded TV hospital ward. From its real-time, one-hour-per-episode structure to its gritty, unfiltered portrayal of emergency medicine, we discuss why this series hooked us and why we’re still watching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside a recent episode

Final Hype: 'Outlander' Season 8 Reaction

Published 17 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] So I actually want to echo what you said there about the balance reading in these first couple of episodes, because I one of my big critiques of season seven was that it really felt, especially in the second half of the season, like so much was being crunched in and we were. moving between so many different storylines and character arcs. And I didn't necessarily like care about all of the storytelling that was happening. I think in particular, I wasn't a big fan of the kidnapping plot line. […]

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

46,158

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

100 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

79 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 73 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

89

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

67

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