The Ringer-Verse
The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring: 'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week. 'Mint Edition': Steve, Jomi, and Jessica Clemons gather every other week to share their unique takes on the movies and shows that are animating the fandom. 'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and Jessica discuss the latest in the world of video games, from headline-making new releases, to industry trends, to game swaps and nostalgic re-plays. 'Splash Page': Jessica breaks down the latest Easter eggs and theories from all of your favorite content. Not sure if that was a Mephisto reference in the latest 'Loki' episode? Wondering what exactly that post-credits scene means? Eager to know how a new trailer sets up your most anticipated release of the season? Jessica will answer all of those questions and more in her video podcasts. Follow the new House of R feed for deep dives from Mal and Jo!
Episodes
May 7, 2026 • 66 mins
It has begun! Ben brings back OG cohost Jessica Clemons for a flawless game adaptation discussion. First they react to Nintendo’s announcement of a ‘Star Fox 64’ remake for Switch 2 and the internet’s notes on the game’s character redesigns. Then they talk ‘MKII’: their disagreement about the 2021 reboot, their overall impressions of the sequel, their takes on what worked well and what didn’t, their review of Karl Urban’s portrayal...
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The Boys are back, and they are filling you in on their final thoughts on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2. Then they dive into the penultimate episode of ‘The Boys’ and discuss how fans are reacting to the new ‘The Odyssey’ trailer.
(0:00) Intro
(27:56) Spoilers ahead
(29:22) ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 finale reactions
(1:11:14) ‘The Boys’ Season 5, Episode 6 reactions
(1:23:21) ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Midnight Meter
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Ben Lindbergh, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James assess their hype levels for several recently announced release dates for upcoming games and video game movies, react to the ‘Resident Evil’ teaser, and share their thoughts on Microsoft’s Game Pass price cut and Xbox brand rehabilitation. Then they review Sony’s new PS5-exclusive rogue-like shooter ‘Saros’ and compare it to its predecessor ‘Returnal.’ Finally, they play Mash or Pass with...
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April 30, 2026 • 77 mins
In a one-month deviation from the typical "Recommends" format, Ben Lindbergh forms a coalition of co-hosts with Jomi Adeniran and Daniel Chin for a full-episode discussion of ‘Invincible’ Season 4: the overall arc of the show, the season’s lows and lofty highs, the audience's enthusiasm, deviations from the source material, favorite moments and casting decisions, the spoiler-free long-term outlook for the series, Mark’s close calls...
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The Boys are back, and they’re here to talk about the newest trailer of the highly anticipated trailer of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3.' Then they give you all of their thoughts on Season 5, Episode 5 of ‘The Boys,’ and finally they bring you an interview with the creator of 'The Comic Shop’ web series, Cheyenne Ewulu.
(0:00) Intro
(1:27) Midnight Mud
(19:27) ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 trailer reactions
(26:36) ‘Gen V’ ...
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April 24, 2026 • 82 mins
The Boys are back, and they’re here to talk about the new musical biopic ‘Michael.' Then, they jump into the latest nerd news: The release of the ’Clayface’ trailer and their reactions to the ‘Mando & Grogu’ clip.
(0:00) Intro
(5:23) ‘Michael’ Reactions
(59:50) ‘Michael’ Midnight Meter
(1:04:43) ‘Clayface’ Trailer Reactions
(1:11:40) ‘Mando & Grogu’ Clip Reactions
(1:18:34) Outro
Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi A...
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The Boys are back, and they’re diving straight into ‘The Boys’ Season 5, Episode 4, discussing the political elements of the season, speculating about characters we may see again down the road, and talking about Homelander’s god complex. Then they check in on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ and catch up with Matt Murdock and Jessica Jones, who makes a surprise cameo in Episode 6.
(0:00) Intro
(8:50) ‘The Boys’ Season 5, Episode 4 react...
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April 17, 2026 • 91 mins
Ben Lindbergh, Matt James, and Joshua Rivera join forces to share their spoiler-free reviews of three hot new IPs from international game developers: Capcom's sci-fi thriller 'Pragmata,' and indie debuts 'Mouse: P.I. for Hire' and 'Replaced.' They play "Mash or Pass?" and provide their ratings for each game on the Mash Meter, while marveling at Capcom's comeback, lamenting the decline of single-player first-person shooters, and pon...
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April 16, 2026 • 103 mins
Our boys return to break down The Boys, Season 5, Episode 3. They discuss the incredible coincidence of Homeland’s godly hallucinations happening this week of all weeks, and break down the nuances of his epic father-son face-off with Ryan. Then, the guys share their instant reactions to Kristoffer Borgli’s 'The Drama.'(0:00) Intro(7:25) Spoilers ahead(8:37) ‘The Boys’ Season 5, Episode 3 instant reactions(56:30) ‘The Drama’ reactio...
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April 9, 2026 • 73 mins
The boys are back to talk about… ‘The Boys!’ They dive into the premiere of the final season and discuss the pursuit to finally kill Homelander. Then they give you a little Nerd News and talk about the ‘The Punisher: One Last Kill’ trailer.
(0:00) Intro
(12:06) Spoilers ahead
(13:47) ‘The Boys’ Season 5 premiere instant reactions
(49:23) ‘The Punisher: One Last Kill’ trailer reactions
Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jom...
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April 3, 2026 • 113 mins
The Boys are back with guest Rob Mahoney and they’re diving into the newest Nintendo film, ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.’ They then bring you the latest in nerd news and discuss the trailer for ‘Supergirl.’ And if you stay until the end, we have a treat: a lively debate on the philosophy of the ‘Star Wars’ universe.
(0:00) Intro
(11:01) Spoilers Ahead
(11:33) ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Instant Reactions
(48:25) Midnight ...
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April 1, 2026 • 82 mins
Ben and Charles Pulliam-Moore of The Verge hop in the warp pipe to discuss the latest Mario movie: how the sequel compares to its predecessor, how it does and doesn’t adapt the ‘Galaxy’ games, the divide between critical reaction and popular appeal, Nintendo’s cinematic ambitions and the prospect of an NCU, how the movie connects to the Switch 2’s lineup, and a few observations (in a special spoiler section of the episode) about sp...
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March 31, 2026 • 87 mins
Spring has arrived, and with it, a bounty of nerd-culture content! First, Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan explain the compulsive appeal of 'Paradise,' first in a general, high-level, non-spoilery sense, and then in a (clearly indicated) spoiler section on the series' just-concluded second season. After that, other Ringer-Verse hosts, friends, and listeners salute unsung releases to top off another monthly roundup of fandom favorites f...
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March 24, 2026 • 84 mins
The Boys are back and they’re diving into Disney+’s ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 premiere! They discuss Fisk’s role in the new season, compare the Disney+ Daredevil to the Netflix Daredevil, and debate Daredevil’s ability to rival other MCU characters.
(0:00) Intro
(7:28) Spoilers ahead
(9:03) ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 premiere reactions
(1:17:28) Outro
Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve...
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March 20, 2026 • 93 mins
The Boys are back and excited to talk about all things ‘Project Hail Mary’! Come for the film review, but stay for the great food debate of 2026!
(0:00) Intro
(9:11) Spoilers Ahead
(11:34) ‘Project Hail Mary’ Instant Reactions
Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Devon Baroldi
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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March 18, 2026 • 97 mins
The Boys are back, and boy, are they excited about the recent trailer drops! First, they dive into the trailer for the next installment of Tom Holland’s 'Spider-Man' series: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ Then, they discuss the ‘Dune: Part Three’ trailer and go over all of the new additions to the cast. Plus, they look at plot changes from the books in the first two parts of the ‘Dune’ series.
(0:00) Intro
(7:21) ‘Spider-Man: Bra...
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March 18, 2026 • 90 mins
It’s real … but is it spectacular? Ben, Matt James, and Steve Ahlman gather to discuss one of the most ambitious, most anticipated, and most enigmatic games of the year, open-world action-adventure epic ‘Crimson Desert.’ They begin by breaking down why the game remained mysterious until its release, whether it lives up to the huge hype, how it incorporates some of the best aspects of other open-world classics, and some of its perpl...
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March 13, 2026 • 94 mins
House of R and The Midnight Boys team up to bring you the 2026 Versies Awards and celebrate all the highs and lows of fandom content from 2025.
Intro (00:00)
Best Visuals (04:52)
Best Line (12:35)
Best Character (19:19)
Saddest Moment (26:10)
Best Music (34:15)
Best New Character (42:35)
Best Director (49:03)
Best Showrunner (53:28)
Best Movie Performance (56:48)
Best Show Performance (01:02:14)
Best Movie (01:14:29)
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March 11, 2026 • 100 mins
The Boys are back, and they’re recasting ‘Sinners’! But before they dive into that, they’re giving you their thoughts on the new trailer for HBO Max’s ‘Lanterns.’
(0:00) Intro
(10:16) Nerd News: ‘Lanterns’ trailer
(30:27) ‘Sinners’ recast
Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Devon Baroldi
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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March 6, 2026 • 109 mins
Gotta ’cast ’em all! First, Ben, Matt James, and Steve Ahlman form a fireteam to discuss Bungie’s long-awaited extraction shooter ‘Marathon.’ They forecast whether it’ll fare more like hit ‘ARC Raiders’ or flop ‘Highguard,’ examine the stakes for Sony’s big bets on Bungie and live-service games, and react to a possible revival of the PlayStation/Xbox console wars, followed by a “Rage Quit” rant about the backlash to promotional pho...
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