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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

All Episodes

36:20

Ironheart Finale REVIEW – Cameo of the Decade?

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/03

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On today's episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke break down their thoughts on the final three episodes of Ironheart. More importantly, they debate what could be next for Riri Williams and the devilish character introduced in the finale!Subscribe on Patreon!

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101:05

Denis Villeneuve to Direct James Bond, Ironheart...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/30

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke discuss Denis Villeneuve directing the next James Bond movie and who could play 007. After the news, they're joined by Phase Hero's Jenna Anderson to review the first three episodes of Ironheart. Finally, ahead of Jurassic World: Rebirth, the duo rewinds back to 1993's Jurassic Park.Subscribe on Patreon!TIMECODES:0:00 - Intro03:01 - Denis Villeneuve To

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136:49

The Punisher Joins Spider-Man 4, Mystery 2028 MCU...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/23

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke discuss the massive news that Jon Bernthal is joining Tom Holland in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The duo also tackles news stories like a mystery 2028 Marvel movie and the DCU Clayface casting. Then, Matt challenges David to guess the highest-earning (domestic) movie of each year going back to 2014. Later, David reviews F1: The Movie, starring Brad Pitt,

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22:42

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/17

The Direct's Russ Milheim joins David Thompson to review the 2025 How to Train Your Dragon remake.

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50:29

Superman Returns REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/16

David Thompson and Matt Roembke soar back to 2006 for a Superman Returns review.

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43:54

Superman (1978) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/10

David Thompson and Matt Roembke soar back to 1978 for a Superman: The Movie review.

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37:08

From the World of John Wick: Ballerina REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/09

David Thompson and Matt Roembke share their thoughts on the John Wick spin-off Ballerina.

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59:10

Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/26

The Mission: Impossible franchise comes to an end. David Thompson and Matt Roembke review the Tom Cruise franchise finale, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning.

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26:12

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/19

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning review.

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200:51

Andor Season 2 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/15

David Thompson and Matt Roembke dive deep on every episode of Andor Season 2.TIMECODES:0:00 - Intro0:11 - Episodes 1-31:00:46 - Episodes 4-61:42:11 - Episodes 7-92:36:38 - Episodes 10-12

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53:46

Mission: Impossible - Fallout REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/12

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Fallout review.

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64:08

Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/05

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation.

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59:02

Thunderbolts* REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/02

David Thompson and Matt Roembke dive deep into Thunderbolts*, Marvel's final film of Phase 5.

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86:59

Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/04/28

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol.

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31:39

Mission: Impossible III REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/04/21

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible III review.

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80:16

Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/04/16

Matt Roembke and David Thompson break down everything from Daredevil: Born Again Episode 9 and more!

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70:39

Mission: Impossible 2 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/04/12

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible 2 review.

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51:38

Mission: Impossible REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/04/07

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible review.

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57:18

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/02/24

David Thompson and Matt Roembke are joined by The Direct's Richard Nebens to discuss the first season of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man on Disney+.

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99:45

Captain America: Brave New World REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/02/14

David Thompson and Matt Roembke dive deep into the world of Captain America: Brave New World.

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