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02:03:47

2025 First Contact Day Special - "Space Seed" and...

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2025/04/05

38 years to go until the big day and Kneel Before Pod continues the annual coverage of Star Trek to celebrate. This year we return to Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan and pair it with Khan's introduction in the classic The Original Series episode "Space Seed". The conversation covers con/Khantext, how this would be approached in the modern day and Pete "Maverick" Mitchell sharing DNA with James T. Kirk.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories

01:17:01

March 2025 News Round-Up (289)

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2025/03/31

March is over and Kneel Before Pod brings you a stripped down news episode. The conversation covers more reboots, concerns about franchising and the power of chairs in movie marketing. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter, BlueSky or Instagram. Show Notes Movie Reviews Craig’s review of Avengers: Infinity War Craig’s review of Avengers: Endgame Craig’s review of Black Widow Craig’s

01:46:36

Captain America: Brave New World (288)

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2025/03/19

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues with Anthony Mackie's first cinematic outing in the role of Captain America, Captain America: Brave New World and Kneel Before Pod restart the Avengers to discuss it. The conversation covers the current state of the MCU, getting political and justice for Sam Wilson.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Kat Kourbetti can be found here. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his

04:45:08

February 2025 News Round-Up (287)

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2025/03/02

February is over but the news continues. Kneel Before Pod brings you a discussion of the news and trailers from February 2025. The conversation covers controversial entertainers, originality and Smurf versions of popular songs.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Kat Kourbetti can be found here. Show Notes TV

02:17:29

Superman & Lois Season 4 (286)

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2025/02/09

Superman & Lois comes to an end and with it an era of TV that spanned 23 years so Kneel Before Pod was both obligated and delighted to cover it to give it the send-off it deserves. The conversation covers emotional gut punches, consistency of thematic storytelling and the end of a golden TV era.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond

02:39:27

January 2025 News Round-Up (285)

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2025/02/03

January is finally over and Kneel Before Pod brings you the first 2025 news round-up. We cover video game adaptations, more unnecessary continuations and failing horror franchises. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Isa S-A can be found on Twitter, Instagram, BlueSky or YouTube where she shares her projects and tutorial videos. Show Notes TV

27:44

Interview with Millan Tesfazgi

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2025/01/24

Recently Craig had the pleasure of chatting with actress Millan Tesfazgi; she plays Sasha in the trilogy of Mary J. Blige-inspired Lifetime films Real Love, Strength of a Woman and Family Affair. The discussion covers building rapports on and off camera, acting as a therapeutic emotional release and swimming for work.Show Notes Millan's IMDb page Millan's Instagram If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any major podcasting app you

03:13:24

December 2024 News Round-Up (284)

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2025/01/05

The year comes to an end but the news cycle rolls on. The conversation covers The Odyssey, young Spider-Man, Glen Powell's work ethic and more.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Superman & Lois season 4 Craig's reviews of Krypton Movie Reviews Craig’s

01:48:00

Donor Special - The Dark Crystal & Labyrinth (283)

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2024/12/29

Kneel Before Pod brings you a very special episode requested by donor and superfan Violet Hammond. She tasked her chosen team with going back to her childhood to discuss two Jim Henson puppet movies, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. The conversation covers nostalgia, pertinent themes and David Bowie's codpiece. Aaron can be found on this very site. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus can be found on this very site and

57:40

Christmas Movie Writer's Room 2024 (282)

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2024/12/10

Merry Christmas from all of us here at Kneel Before Blog. For this year's Christmas Special, we have formed another writer's room to come up with a future Christmas classic. This year, our writers are tasked with crafting a festive thriller/horror about a deadly game of Secret Santa at an office Christmas party. Lucy Hale leads an excellent cast as the employee of a company who finds herself fighting for her life at her employer's festive celebration as a sadistic executive played by Kelsey Grammer

03:12:44

November 2024 News Round-Up (281)

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2024/12/02

November is over and Christmas looms but first there is news to discuss. The conversation covers Disney prequels, Tom Cruise's real name and Ridley Scott's work ethic.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree. Chris can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig's reviews of Superman

42:53

Interview with Natalie Moon

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2024/11/09

Recently Craig had the pleasure of chatting to actress Natalie Moon, fresh off her recent appearance in the final season of Superman & Lois. The discussion covers broadening horizons, working on different projects and the wide variety of British accents.Show Notes Natalie's website Natalie's IMDb Natalie's Instagram Craig's review of Natalie's appearance on DC's Legends of Tomorrow Craig's review of Natalie's appearance on The Flash Craig's review of Natalie's appearance on Superman & Lois

03:46:34

October 2024 News Round-Up (280)

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2024/11/03

October has ended, so it's time for another News Round-Up. The conversation covers werewolves, toy-to-movie adaptations, and justifiable sequels. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig's reviews of Star Trek: Picard season 3 Craig's reviews of What If...? Movie Reviews Craig's review of Transformers One Craig’s review of

02:48:31

Superman & Lois Season 3 (279)

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2024/10/03

Superman & Lois soon returns for its fourth and final season so Kneel Before Pod finally delivers its coverage on season 3. The conversation covers recalibrating after major life changes, complex villains and moving storytelling. A trigger warning for discussion about cancer applies.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on

04:32:44

September 2024 News Round-Up (278)

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2024/09/30

September has ended so it's time to wake up Green Day and listen to the Kneel Before Pod news round-up. We talk half-musicals, repetitive sequels and life after Avatar for James Cameron. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site.Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of The Falcon and The

02:22:19

August 2024 News Round-Up (277)

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2024/09/02

Summer is almost over but the news never stops. This month we discuss Disney's latest sequel plans, Taylor Swift's boyfriend in movies and whether it'll be a Kraven Christmas.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Kat Kourbetti can be found on Twitter and elsewhere under here. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of WandaVision Craig’s reviews of Star

01:26:26

Interview with Aaron Waltke

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2024/08/30

Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Star Trek: Prodigy co-executive producer and writer Aaron Waltke. The conversation covers the collaborative process of crafting the show, bringing Star Trek to a new audience and expanding the canon of the Star Trek universe.Show Notes Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Prodigy Aaron's IMDb page Aaron's Twitter Aaron's Instagram Aaron's Tumblr The Star Trek: Prodigy writer's room Twitter If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before

01:40:08

Interview with Erin McNamara

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2024/08/23

Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Star Trek: Prodigy writer Erin McNamara. The conversation covers the collaborative process of crafting the show, writing for a younger audience and expanding the canon of the Star Trek universeShow Notes Craig's reviews of Star Trek: Prodigy Erin's IMDb page Erin's Twitter If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any major podcasting app you can think of. If you have any feedback then we’d

02:55:25

Deadpool & Wolverine (276)

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2024/08/16

Deadpool & Wolverine have entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe -sort of- and Kneel Before Pod is here to break it down. The conversation covers off-limits jokes, fanservice and the rejection of God in modern cinema.Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Darren Mooney’s words can be read on Second Wind Group or his website and his voice can be heard on The 250 podcast or Dublin’s Q102 radio station. He can also be found on

07:51

Interview with Meg Donnelly

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2024/08/13

Recently, Craig had the opportunity to chat to Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three Supergirl actor Meg Donnelly. The conversation covers connecting emotionally in the midst of such a massive event, her connection to the character of Supergirl and the different discipline that is voice acting.Show Notes Craig's review of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three Meg's Twitter Meg's linktree If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod on Apple

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