Wilhelm

About Wilhelm

Wilhelm is a pop culture podcast for people who love movies and television and actually want to talk about them. Hosted by Ben Beck, the show features Top 5 breakdowns, spoiler-free reviews, deep dives, franchise conversations, and candid interviews with actors and creators. Wilhelm blends genuine enthusiasm with honest critique - no gatekeeping, no hot-take farming. Just smart, fun, and passionate conversations about the stories we love. If you love movies, television, and talking about why they matter, you’re in the right place.

Publisher

Ben Beck

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

12 Feb 2014

Latest episode

5 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 283 episodes have a transcript.

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   5 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   REVIEW: Ted Lasso - Season 4, Episode 1 (2026)

   Host Wilhelm shares a spoiler-free review of Ted Lasso's Season 4 premiere, exploring Ted's return and the episode's emotional heart.

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   12 May 2026

   SPOTLIGHT SERIES: Dropout.tv and a Conversation with Sam Reich

   In this special feature episode of Wilhelm, Ben Beck reflects on why Dropout has become one of the most meaningful and authentic entertainment platforms in modern streaming. From the creative freedom of Game Changer and Make Some Noise to the community-driven storytelling of Dimension 20, this episode explores why audiences are connecting so deeply with Dropout’s creator-first philosophy and what makes the platform feel so different in today’s entertainment landscape. Following the editorial discussion, Ben sits down with Sam Reich for a thoughtful conversation about: - The evolution and success of Dropout- Emmy conversations surrounding Game Changer- Maintaining authenticity while growing- The explosive launch of the Game Changer: Home Edition Kickstarter- Creative freedom in modern entertainment- And why trust between creators and audiences matters now more than ever A huge thank you to Creative Publicity for helping make this conversation possible. Follow Wilhelm: - Instagram/Facebook: @WilhelmPodcast- Website: WelcomeToWilhelm.com Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts can be found.

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   10 Mar 2026

   REVIEW: Project Hail Mary (2026)

   Ryan Gosling leads the charge in Project Hail Mary, the new sci-fi epic based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel (The Martian). Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film blends massive interstellar spectacle with a surprisingly emotional, character-driven story. In this spoiler-free review, I break down what makes Project Hail Mary work so well — from Gosling’s standout performance to the film’s stunning visuals and smart approach to science fiction storytelling. If you love big, ambitious sci-fi with heart, this is a movie you’ll want to see on the biggest screen possible. If you like what you hear, don’t forget to subscribe and rate the show wherever you stream your podcasts. Visit my website for all of my content and links on where you can find everything: ⁠⁠http://www.welcometowilhelm.com⁠⁠ (http://www.welcometowilhelm.com) Like Wilhelm on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠WilhelmPodcast⁠⁠⁠ (http://www.facebook.com/wilhelmpodcast) Follow Wilhelm on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@WilhelmPodcast⁠⁠⁠ (http://www.instagram.com/wilhelmpodcast) Email Wilhelm or Send a Voicemail: ⁠⁠⁠feedback@wilhelmpodcast.com (mailto:feedback@wilhelmpodcast.com) #ProjectHailMary #RyanGosling #SciFiMovies #MovieReview #WilhelmPodcast #FilmReview #SpaceMovies #SciFiFans #IMAXMovies #WelcomeToWilhelm

Inside a recent episode

REVIEW: Ted Lasso - Season 4, Episode 1 (2026)

Published 5 Aug 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Jason Sudeikis and Brett Goldstein, two of the creators of the show, as well as the stars of the show, they care about these characters just as much as we do. And they're also very protective of this property because of that. So I truly believe they wouldn't have come back unless they felt there was another meaningful story to tell. And after watching this first episode of this new season, I think they're right. I think they were right. One of the things I really appreciated the most about this premiere is that It doesn't pretend that nothing has changed. Instead of dropping us right back into the familiar world of AFC Richmond that we know, we get to spend a little time with Ted back home. […]

Reach and audience

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

YouTube views

111,406

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

21 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 71 / 100

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

Quality

60

Social presence

91

YouTube

82

Engagement

77

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