In Episode 358 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re covering the latest news from across the geek galaxy — from Gallifrey to Hawkins, Gotham to Tatooine.
News Highlights:
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Doctor Who producer defends the show’s storytelling direction, insisting it must “reflect the world in which we live” while addressing fan concerns about its creative future.
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Batgirl actor Jacob Scipio calls the cancelled movie “a phenomenal film the world never got to see.” Could Warner Bros. ever release it?
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Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 1 episode lengths confirmed, sparking debate after last season’s marathon runtimes.
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Michael J. Fox admits he hated driving the DeLorean in Back to the Future — and his reason makes perfect sense.
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George Lucas opens up about selling Star Wars to Disney 13 years later, revealing how he really feels about giving up creative control.
Trailer Talk:
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Edgar Wright’s The Running Man (2025) trailer drops, starring Glen Powell — a modern twist on the dystopian classic.
Reviews:
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Slow Horses — Apple TV’s brilliant spy thriller continues to impress with wit and grit.
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Tulsa King — Stallone’s crime boss saga stays stylish and sharp in its latest season.
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