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What Did I Miss? (February 2026)

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2026/02/25

It’s time for another installment of What Did I Miss? — the episode where we catch you up on the biggest entertainment stories you may have missed this month. This month, we’re joined by Brenda and Kat from the Damsels Never Finish podcast, who we had the privilege of joining for an episode earlier this month. Together, we’re diving into the headlines that had everyone talking — and a few that may have flown under your radar. This month we discussed: • The upcoming Netflix adaptation of Light...

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59:12

Brick City Anime Festival 2026 (Live Interviews)

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2026/02/20

Live from the World Equestrian Center, we interview voice actors, cosplayers, vendors, artists, and MORE at this anime convention in Ocala, FL. 0:15 Brandon McInnis6:45 OddCat Cosplay9:41 NovaStars AC12:51 Jonesy Cosplay15:19 Count Elizabeth19:08 David Vincent23:41 Mirai Maid Cafe25:57 Fall From Grrace Cosplay28:52 J Michael Tatum32:38 Kawaii Creations35:25 Blazing Arts37:55 Astral Pioneer41:08 Megan Shipman47:19 Mayhem Trading Post50:15 Miss Petite Cosplay55:06 NomNom VerseA huge thank you t...

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44:00

International Feature: Love Actually

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2026/02/18

This week on International Feature, we took a trip back to one of the most talked-about holiday rom-coms of all time: Love Actually. Often held up as a seasonal classic, the film has remained a staple of Christmas viewing for years — but for us, revisiting it raised a lot more questions than warm fuzzy feelings. We dug into why the movie’s reputation doesn’t match our experience, and how some of its most celebrated moments have aged… poorly. • Only really connecting with one or two of the rel...

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44:34

Late To The Party - When Harry Met Sally

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2026/02/11

This month on Late to the Party, we’re finally sitting down with one of the most iconic romantic comedies of all time: When Harry Met Sally. From razor-sharp dialogue to endlessly quotable moments, this film has remained a pop culture staple for decades — but does it still hold up today? We break down the performances, the realism behind the friendship, and the moments that feel timeless… and the ones that feel a little more complicated in hindsight. • Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal’s unforgettab...

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59:10

Creator Spotlight: Evolution Square

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2026/02/04

This month on Creator Spotlight, we sit down with Evolution Square, the YouTube creator best known for their Jurassic World Evolution content, to talk about what it really takes to turn passion into a full time creative career. From falling in love with the Jurassic franchise to building a dedicated audience, this conversation digs into the highs, risks, and long-term commitment behind content creation, plus where the franchise itself might be headed next. • Evo's journey into content creatio...

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111:46

What Did I Miss? (January 2026)

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2026/01/28

We kick off the new year by catching up on January’s biggest pop culture and gaming stories—this time joined by returning guests Vintage Macaroni and Roo Ryder. From massive franchise shakeups to industry-wide pivots that could ripple for years, January came in hot. From Hawkins to Pandora, RPG revivals to studio restructures, we break it all down and wrap it up with a rapid-fire rundown of everything else you might’ve missed. • The final season of Stranger Things: fan response, backlash, and...

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54:18

International Feature: Anatomy of a Fall

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2026/01/21

For our first International Feature of 2026, we dive into Anatomy of a Fall, the 2023 French courtroom drama, directed by Justine Triet. It became a major awards-season standout, winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes and sparking wide conversation for its unconventional approach to truth, perspective, and performance. Rather than leaning on flashy courtroom theatrics, the film builds tension through ambiguity, character study, and meticulous visual choices. In this episode, we break down what made...

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48:42

Late To The Party: The Pitt

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2026/01/14

As HBO’s medical drama The Pitt continues to dominate conversation and buzz, we jump into the show right as Season Two gets underway. With its growing popularity, critical praise, and attention from real medical professionals, The Pitt has quickly established itself as one of TV’s most compelling hospital dramas—and we break down why it’s resonating so strongly with audiences. In this episode, we dive deep into what makes The Pitt work, where it excels, and how it sets itself apart from other...

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70:01

Creator Spotlight: Nicolas Roye

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2026/01/07

We sit down with actor and voice actor Nicolas Roye to trace a winding path from LA bit parts to Halo Infinite, Apex Legends, Jujutsu Kaisen, and a six-year Marvel run. A candid talk on mindset, focus, and the work it takes to build a long career while still having fun. • Mindset shift that unlocked bigger roles and stability • Guarding energy and avoiding doomsday conversations • How to self-direct auditions with research and restraint • Bringing a grounded humanity across games, anime, and...

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167:36

2025 Letterbox'd Recap: A Year in Film

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2026/01/02

A three-hour live bonus stream boiled down to the good stuff: we rank our 2025 movie slate, defend the wild choices, and celebrate the films that stayed in our heads long after the credits. Two hosts. 50+ fresh titles. A lot of laughter, a few rants, and a surprising amount of agreement where it counts. • Goals hit and missed on Letterboxd totals • What we skipped in theaters and why we regret it • Rating philosophy: vibes vs structure • Worst-of highlights and why they failed • Minecraft, L...

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59:43

What Did I Miss? (December 2025)

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2025/12/31

We unpack the Claire Obscur award reversal, the messy line between tools and authorship, and what “indie” really means when budgets, teams, and outsourcing blur the edges. Then we reflect on My Hero Academia’s impact and John Cena’s farewell, trading favorite arcs, rivalries, and why communal hype still matters. We wrap it up with a rapid fire Discord round up of topics from the entire month! • Why the Indie Game Awards rescinded Claire Obscur’s top honor • My Hero Academia’s highs, lulls an...

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126:25

Christmas Gifts, Draft Chaos, & Horse Racing - SBBCU...

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2025/12/24

What if you could draft the perfect Christmas morning from your childhood? We took that question live on Twitch and turned it into a full-contact holiday special—no bracket, all chaos. This holiday special turns into a nostalgic draft of consoles, toys, and deep-cut 90s/early 2000s memories, complete with horse races to set the order and crown the winner. If you enjoyed this episode, let us know! And please check out all the podcasts represented on this episode! Thank you, and we hope ...

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93:51

2026 Foresight and Predictions!

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2025/12/17

We map out 2026 across TV, anime, movies, and games with Kory from The World Is My Burrito, weighing returning favorites, new bets, and what might slip. Highs from 2025 awards, honest MCU worries, indie game love, and big‑event plans round it out. • Apple TV+ standouts with Shrinking and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters returning • Anime sequels vs new bets, from Freiren to Ghost In The Shell • 2026 film slate: Supergirl, Dune: Messiah, Odyssey, Mortal Kombat 2 • Doomsday skepticism, RDJ as Doom,...

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126:26

2025 End of Year Awards!

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2025/12/10

Awards season hits different when the culture won’t sit still. We spent 2025 swimming through surprise debuts, comeback stories, and one film that hijacked playlists worldwide—and we’ve got the receipts. From a trio of songs that refused to leave our On Repeat, to a sleeper TV hit that turned hospital halls into a pressure cooker, to games that actually respected your time, this annual ceremony is the map to what mattered. This year's categories are: Best PictureBest Animated PictureBest TV S...

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39:59

Late To The Party: Rise of the Guardians

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2025/12/03

We revisit Rise of the Guardians to ask why a box office underperformer became a cult favorite, weighing its heartfelt Jack Frost arc against pacing dips, design quirks, and a thin villain while celebrating standout voice work and underused mythology. A cozy, honest review with spirited rankings, playful chaos, and a new idea we can’t stop thinking about. • The hook of a holiday Avengers team-up • Jack Frost’s arc as the emotional center • The limits and promise of the lore • Animation highs...

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116:24

What Did I Miss? (November 2025)

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2025/11/28

We dig into November’s biggest shifts across gaming and pop culture, from Valve’s living-room Steam device to Call of Duty’s stumble, Funko’s slide, and a surprising anime controversy. Laughs, hot takes, and a Thanksgiving trivia showdown round out the ride. • Valve’s living-room Steam machine as a console disruptor • Pricing realities, SteamOS strategy, and ecosystem lock-in • Where PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo head next • Funko’s oversupply problem and collector fatigue • Call of Duty’s...

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41:56

The Game Room Where It Happens: Fortnite (Series Finale)

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2025/11/19

We look back on Fortnite’s rise from 2017 obsession to cultural platform, and we explain why our “Game Room Where It Happens” series ends on this chapter. The conversation explores wins, burnout, evolving tastes, and how streaming has changed our approach to play. • Early days of Battle Royale and learning to build • The thrill of first wins and nightly squad runs • Crossovers that reshaped the game’s identity • Why Fortnite still lasts through constant change • Battle passes, value in free-...

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International Feature: The Roses

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2025/11/12

We take a frank look at The Roses, a sharp, dark-tinged romance that turns a dream house into a proxy war for pride, ambition, and resentment. Chemistry carries the story, while tone shifts, pacing, and a volatile finale spark debate about how far the satire should go. • Modern reimagining of War of the Roses • Lead performances that mix bite with vulnerability • Dark comedy balanced with uneasy dinner-party tension • Ambition vs failure as the marriage’s pressure point • Supporting cast add...

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41:18

Late To The Party - Prey

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2025/11/05

We dive into the Predator universe through Prey and find a lean, authentic thriller that restores menace to the monster while spotlighting a compelling Comanche lead. We weigh practical effects against wobbly CGI, praise the setting and representation, and debate pacing, violence, and franchise future. • Casting a primarily Native team and Comanche language option • Amber Midthunder’s grounded lead performance and character build • Practical suit work and period-appropriate Predator design •...

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137:17

What Did I Miss? (October 2025 Bonus Episode)

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2025/10/31

This month, we welcome back Sophie, aka Soupninjaha, and for the first time, Blythe Milligan, host of the Everything is Logistics Podcast and one-half of the brain behind Jax Podcasters United. We stack Universal’s Epic Universe against Disney’s current strategy and ask what families actually value: price, polish, and memory-making. Then we follow the money from bloated blockbusters to horror’s lean machine, and explore how IMAX, the Sphere, and fan-first screenings are redefining the ...

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