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PODCAST

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love

David Thompson & Emmett McMahon

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.

tv & film

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64:39

MCU Phase 1 Recap

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/17

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt break down and rank the first six movies on the MCU.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning1:00 - IntroUpcoming MCU Marathon Schedule:Mon 10/20 – MCU Phase 2 RecapFri 10/24 – MCU Phase 3 Recap + Infinity Saga RankingsMon 10/27 – Black WidowFri 10/31 – Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsMon 11/3 – EternalsFri 11/7 – Spider-Man: No Way HomeMon 11/10 – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessFri 11/14 – Thor: Love and ThunderMon 11/17 – Black

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29:15

Gen V Season 2 Episode 7 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/15

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, discuss Episode 7 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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37:02

NYCC Marvel TV Recap & MCU Marathon Announcement!

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/13

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt discuss the Wonder Man teaser and the bevy of Marvel TV updates from NYCC.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning1:00 - IntroMCU Marathon Schedule:Fri 10/17 – MCU Phase 1 RecapMon 10/20 – MCU Phase 2 RecapFri 10/24 – MCU Phase 3 Recap + Infinity Saga RankingsMon 10/27 – Black WidowFri 10/31 – Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsMon 11/3 – EternalsFri 11/7 – Spider-Man: No Way HomeMon 11/10 – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessFri 11/14 –

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64:44

Peacemaker Season 2 Finale REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/10

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt review the finale of 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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32:07

Gen V Season 2 Episode 6 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/08

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, discuss Episode 6 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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43:04

Tombstone Casting, Wolverine PS5 Trailer, & Marvel...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/06

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt discuss Marvin Jones joining Spider-Man: Brand New Day as Tombstone, react to the Wolverine PS5 trailer, and share their thoughts on Marvel Zombies.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning1:00 - IntroThe 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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33:15

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 7 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/03

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt return to the new DCU, with Episode 7, 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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33:18

Gen V Season 2 Episode 5 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/10/01

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, discuss Episode 5, "The Kids Are Not All Right," 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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76:58

Comic Book Movie Scores Draft

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/29

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt are joined by The Direct's Richard Nebens to draft the best comic book movie scores of all time. From John Williams to Hans Zimmer, take a deep dive into the best musical pairings to match our heroes.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning1:00 - CBM Scores DraftThe 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

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41:34

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 6 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/26

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt return to the new DCU, with Episode 6, 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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29:32

Gen V Season 2 Episode 4 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/24

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, discuss Episode 4, "Bags," 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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49:54

The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer & Tom Holland...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/22

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt discuss the new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogue, plus Tom Holland's recent injury on set of Spider-Man 4.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning1:00 - Intro6:22 - 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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27:58

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 4 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/09/19

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt return to the new DCU, with Episode 5, 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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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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