Media Boat Podcast

Media Boat Podcast

Weekly new episodes about the latest and greatest news in TV, Music, Video Games, and Film (not necessarily in that order). We have over 360 episodes to listen to with even more on the way.

Episodes

March 20, 2026 101 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Olivia Rodrigo preparing for her 3rd album, while Lorde breaks free from UMG. Next, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has deflected widespread criticism of DLSS 5. Later, Nathan Fillion has announced a Firefly animated series is in the works. We wrap it all up with the winners of the 98th Academy Award show. We also have thoughts on Luke Combs, 7 Deadly Sins: Origin, Rooster...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the Academy Awards and our Oscar picks. Next, we take a look at YouTube ad revenue compared to Hollywood's streaming services. Later, Live Nation turns into Lie Nation as court documents reveal dirty tactics. We wrap it all up with another round of EA layoffs, but this one is directed at the Battlefield teams. We also have thoughts on Zootopia 2, Harry Styles, and ...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Harry Styles' new album coming complete with a concert film for Netflix this Sunday. Next, we have a look at Xbox's next gen console titled Project Helix and PlayStation sticks with single player experiences. Later, an Garfield animated cartoon is coming soon with Lamorne Morris as the lasagna loving cat. We warp it all up with Ben Affleck getting into the AI busin...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees with 10 appearing on the ballot for the first time. Next, we celebrate Pokémon Day by breaking down all the news from todays announcement. Later, Paramount is buying out Netflix's break up fee to secure the Warner Bros. Discovery deal. We wrap it all up with BAFTA winners and controversy. We also have thoughts on Bruno Mars, Warf...

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February 20, 2026 79 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a surprise U2 release, their first in almost a decade. Next, head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, announces retirement, while PlayStation closes Bluepoint Games. Later, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has eyes for Stephen Colbert this week. We wrap it all up with WGA Staff Union calling for a work stoppage, just weeks before the WGA is set to begin negotiations before their contr...

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February 12, 2026 253 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with trouble at the Wasserman Agency as their CEO was caught in the Epstein files, leading to talent departing. Next, PlayStation had their State of Play and we look at new God of War and a sequel to Kena. Later, we show you how to watch the upcoming MLB season through MLB.tv. We wrap it all up with the winners of the DGA and look ahead at the upcoming schedule. All thi...

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February 6, 2026 89 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Grammy winners and bonkers performances. Next, we have video game bits about Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft, and Pokémon. Later, SAG-AFTRA prepares for the negotiation table, armed to fight against AI and for streaming residuals. We wrap it all up with the announcement of the next Disney CEO. We also have thoughts on Ratboys, The Muppet Show, and Milan Cortina Olympic o...

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January 30, 2026 92 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bruce Springsteen releasing new music intended to ICE out the competition, and we give our predictions on the upcoming Grammy's. Next, Dispatch developer AdHoc Studio had to dispel the censorship narrative over its Nintendo Switch versions. Later, the story continues with Dragon Ball 40 announcements on 2 new anime shows and 2 upcoming video game projects. We wrap ...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Oscar nominations and the 10 films vying for Best Picture. Next, we take a look at the reduction of shows over the past 3 years. Later, its gaming bits with Xbox, Ubisoft, and Square Enix. We wrap it all up with this years inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. We also have thoughts on Avatar Fire & Ash, Bugonia,  Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, A Knight o...

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January 16, 2026 79 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with 2026 album announcements from Harry Styles, J. Cole, and Mitski. Next, Meta is shuttering several of its VR game studios. Later, we have the winners from this years Golden Globe award show. We wrap it all up with the new head of the Star Wars franchise as Kathleen Kennedy will be stepping down and Dave Filoni will be stepping up. We also have thoughts on Lego Horiz...

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January 9, 2026 79 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Bruno Mars kicking off the new year with an album announcement. Next, CEO of Larian had some choice wording when discussing AI usage in game development. Later, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting has voted to dissolve the non profit following millions in budget cuts spurred by the Trump administration. We wrap it all up with the latest news in the WBD acquisit...

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December 31, 2025 34 mins

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the other news stories of the past year and everything we usually don't cover, but happened during the year. On top of that we have notable deaths that occurred this year all culminating to our look ahead to the following year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.

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December 31, 2025 41 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Beyonce becoming a billionaire. Next, GOG.com will be sold out from CD Projekt. Later, fans of Plur1bus will have to wait a long time for season 2. We wrap it all up with the box office champion for 2025. We also have thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Plur1bus. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

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December 29, 2025 85 mins

Welcome to special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of films we saw this year all culminating to our film of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast. 

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December 28, 2025 86 mins

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of TV shows we saw this year all culminating to our show of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.

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December 27, 2025 71 mins

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of video games we played this year all culminating to our game of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast. 

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December 26, 2025 79 mins

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of albums we listened to this year all culminating to our album of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.

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December 23, 2025 50 mins

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with YouTube no longer reporting numbers to Billboard over dispute on how streams are counted. Next, controversy with AI in videogames at Larian Studios and Sandfall Interactive. Later, the Oscar goes to YouTube starting in 2029. We wrap it all up with Sony purchasing a controlling stake in Peanuts Holdings LLC. We also have thoughts on Weapons and our end of the year p...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Mariah Carey setting a new record that will last for all of time. Next, it was Clair Obscura's night at The Video Game Awards taking top prize. Later, 5 countries opt out of Eurovision due to Israel's continued attacks in Gaza. We wrap it all up with bits on Zootopia 2, Open AI, and a big release coming to HBO MAX. We also have thoughts on Unbeatable, Culinary Clas...

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Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start by unwrapping our Spotify charts to find Bad Bunny at the top of everyone's list. Next, we take a look at Nex Playground as it outsells the Xbox. Later, we have Golden Globe nominations for movies and television. We wrap it all up with WBD accepting Netflix's bid, but Paramount Skydance is not backing down. We also have thoughts on Zac Brown Band, Hailey Whitters, Haile...

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