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The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love

David Thompson & Matt Roembke

For fans who don’t just watch — they follow. The Direct Podcast is everything you need to know about the movie and TV universes you love, with news and reviews from your favorite blockbuster, comic book, and popcorn franchises. If a night at the theater feels like game day, you are in the right place.

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All Episodes

36:01

Gen V Season 2 Episodes 1-3 Review

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/17

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, discuss the first three Episodes of Gen V Season 2.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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27:43

Spider-Man 4 Photo, Mario Galaxy Movie, & The Penguin...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/15

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt discuss the behind-the-scenes image of Zendaya and Jacob Batalon joining Tom Holland on the set of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Then, the duo discusses what the cryptic Russo Bros. Instagram post could mean, followed by some discussion of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and The Penguin winning several Emmys.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro2:35 - NewsThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank

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26:04

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 4 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/12

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt return to the new DCU, with Episode 4, Season 2 of James Gunn's Peacemaker series, starring John Cena, on HBO Max.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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30:19

Star Wars: Starfighter Cast & Wake Up Dead Man Trailer

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/08

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt discuss the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter, break down the Wake Up Dead Man trailer, and share any extra thoughts on James Gunn's Man of Tomorrow announcement.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro3:44 - NewsThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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35:58

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 3 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/05

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Thomas Carter Rochester explore a new world in Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 3.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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31:56

Superman 2 Announced by James Gunn!

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/03

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt instant-react to James Gunn's announcement that Superman will be followed up with Man of Tomorrow, which will be released on July 9, 2027.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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34:29

REVIEW: Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 2

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/29

David is out today so Thomas Carter Rochester joins us on a busy week to talk Peacemaker Episode 2! Everything you need to know about John Cena, Eagley, The 11th Street Kids, and that altnerate universe that seems to good to be true!

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51:09

Tramell Tillman Joins Spider-Man 4 & James Gunn...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/25

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt share their thoughts on Tramell Tillman joining Spider-Man: Brand News Day, James Gunn not ruling out Blue Beetle joining the DCU, and a collection of other news over the past week.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro4:29 - NewsThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on

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52:30

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 1 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/22

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt return to the new DCU, with Episode 1, Season 2 of James Gunn's Peacemaker series, starring John Cena, on HBO Max.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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46:09

Deadpool in Avengers: Doomsday & Superman's Digital...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/18

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt share their thoughts on Superman's short window of theatrical exclusivity & Deadpool officially joining Avengers: Doomsday... but not as an Avenger?TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro5:28 - NewsThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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87:33

Future DCU Draft (Fan Casts, Directors, New Projects)

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/15

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David, Matt, and The Direct's Klein Felt draft upcoming ideas related to James Gunn's new DCU. Casting, directors, projects, and other wild cards are selected and discussed. Of course, there's plenty of time to debate Batman's place in DC's future plans.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt

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58:47

New Spider-Man 4 Teaser & Matt Smith Joins Star Wars

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/11

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Reckless Rebellion's Thomas Carter Rochester to discuss Matt Smith being cast in Star Wars: Starfighter, a new official look at Spider-Man: Brand New Day, & Fantastic Four's worrisome box office run.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro3:21 - News2:23 - Matt Smith Joins Star Wars12:18 - Spider-Man BTS Teaser32:14 - Josh Brolin on Thanos Return38:35 - Fantastic Four Box Office Update53:53 - The Odyssey Completed FilmingThe Direct

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122:30

The State of Comic Book Movies

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/08

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt dig deep into the state of comic book movies since 2019's Avengers: Endgame.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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29:14

Is Eyes of Wakanda Secretly What If...? Season 4?...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/06

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt review Marvel Studios' latest project, Eye of Wakanda.The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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54:50

New Spider-Man Suit & Fantastic Four Fumbles in...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/04

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt share their thoughts on the brand new Tom Holland Spider-Man suit, Hulk joining Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and The Fantastic Four's unfortunate box office update.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro2:16 - News2:23 - Spider-Man 4 Suit & News25:57 - Fantastic 4 Box Office41:00 - Hawkeye Season 242:50 - The Social Network 246:19 - Bad MCU RankingThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you

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82:09

Fantastic Four Hot Takes & Rankings

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/08/01

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt are joined by The Direct's Klein Felt to get into extra innings, with The Fantastic Four: First Steps Overtime, one week after its wide release. The trio breaks down its first week in theaters, changing opinions, MCU rankings, and answers TRUE or FALSE to these Hot Takes!TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro4:02 - Fantastic Four Box Office Week 116:20 - The Fantastic Four RANKED29:27 - TRUE or FALSE - Fantastic Four Hot Takes!The Direct

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39:18

Peacemaker Season 2, Eyes of Wakanda, and Avatar Fire...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/28

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt break down several new trailers, including Peacemaker Season 2, Avatar: Fire & Ash, and Eyes of Wakanda. Then, it's time to check the box score, digging into how much money The Fantastic Four: First Steps made opening weekend.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro7:11 - NewsThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The

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74:54

REVIEW: Fantastic Four: First Steps

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/25

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David, Matt, and Klein review Fantastic Four: First Steps. They break down the major moments and decision of the movie and also what it means for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. TIMECODES:13:28 - SPOILERSThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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62:52

Future of the MCU & Fantastic Four Box Office...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/21

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt explore the array of quotes from Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige on the past, present, & future of the MCU. Then, it's time to live in the now, predicting the opening weekend box office outcome for The Fantastic Four: First Steps.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:09 - Intro4:02 - Kevin Feige's MCU Comments45:40 - Fantastic Four Box OfficeThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for

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43:54

Fantastic Four (2005) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/20

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt rewind back to 2005 and review Fantastic Four, starring Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba, Chris Evans, Michael Chiklis, and Julian McMahon. Will the 2025 reboot be able to capture this underrated magic?The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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