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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.

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45:04

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 6 & The Boys...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/23

Join The Direct Podcast Discord!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the next episode of The Boys Season 5.MORE:Follow David on TwitterFollow Emmett on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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80:50

We've Seen the Avengers: Doomsday Trailer (Full...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/20

Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson asks Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) about everything he saw at CinemaCon 2026, including the exclusive Avengers: Doomsday trailer.Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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34:23

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 5 & The Boys...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/17

Join The Direct Podcast Discord!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the next episode of The Boys Season 5.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro1:46 - Daredevil: Born Again Review21:45 - The Boys ReviewMORE:Follow David on TwitterFollow Emmett on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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51:22

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 4 & The Boys...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/09

Join The Direct Podcast Discord!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the first two episodes of The Boys Season 5.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro3:55 - Daredevil: Born Again SPOILERS24:32 - The Boys Reviews28:17 - SPOILERSMORE:Follow David on TwitterFollow Emmett on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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95:51

Marvel Zombies Season 2 Confirmed, Spider-Man Easter...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/06

Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the news of Marvel Zombies returning for Season 2, Robert Downey Jr.'s Easter Egg Instagram post, and review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.TIMECODES0:17 - Intro3:21 - News35:08 - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie ReviewJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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49:03

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episodes 2 & 3 Review

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/04/02

Join The Direct Podcast Discord!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) are joined by Berkan Dincer (Big Screen Berkan) to review the latest two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro3:37 - SPOILERSMORE:Follow David on TwitterFollow Emmett on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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58:23

Wonder Man Season 2 Gets Greenlit, Harry Potter Tears...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/30

Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the news of Wonder Man returning for Season 2, whether or not Avengers: Doomsday should move its release date up, & the new HBO Harry Potter series trailer. Later, it's all things Mario with the announcement of Glen Powell's Star Fox & box office predictions for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.TIMECODES0:17 - Intro5:02 - NewsJoin The Direct Podcast

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41:54

Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Episode 1 Review

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/25

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David & Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) review the new episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro5:46 - SPOILERSJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube Page

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110:27

Spider-Man is Sad and Alone – We Couldn't Be Happier!

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/23

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) break down the first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, from the return of Ned and MJ, to who Sadie Sink is truly playing. Then, the duo predicts the new MCU Phase 7 slate, followed by a discussion of the Dune: Part Three trailer. Finally, Project Hail Mary is now playing in theaters, and the guys have some spoiler-filled thoughts!TIMECODES0:16 - Intro3:08 - News1:14:20 - Project Hail Mary SPOILERSJoin

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54:50

Marvel Legend Michael B. Jordan Wins His First Oscar

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/16

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss MCU legends Ryan Coogler, Michael B. Jordan, and Ludwig Göransson all winning Academy Awards for their work on Sinners. Then, the duo dives into the latest comic book movie news, like Aaron Pierre joining Man of Tomorrow and the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer set to release this week.TIMECODES0:17 - Intro4:37 - NewsJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe

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55:01

Lanterns Trailer Controversy & Project Hail Mary Review

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/10

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) break down a variety of new trailers, including the lack of green in HBO's Lanterns series. Finally, it's time to share their spoiler-free thoughts on Ryan Gosling's new film Project Hail Mary.TIMECODES0:16 - Intro3:38 - News38:48 - Project Hail Mary ReviewJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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65:39

Paramount Buys Warner Bros: What's Next for James...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/03/02

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David introduces Emmett McMahon (isuperebba), the new co-host, followed by an extended chat about Paramount acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery. Later, David gets to know Emmett more, asking a series of questions about the universes we love.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro3:28 - News34:51 - Emmett McMahon Q&AJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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54:46

Venom Animated Movie Announced & Spider-Man: Brand...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/02/23

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba), responding to the latest news of an animated Venom movie in the works, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day being set 4 years after Spider-Man: No Way Home. Also, the duo discusses recent trailers from The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, and more!TIMECODES0:00 - Intro8:02 - NewsJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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59:27

Spider-Noir Trailer & Brand New Day's Growing...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/02/16

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) to react to the new Spider-Noir trailer, discussing its release schedule and their hype level. Later, they review the new Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi film Wuthering Heights.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro3:33 - News46:04 - Wuthering Heights ReviewJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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76:09

Super Bowl Trailers RANKED

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/02/09

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) to rank the eight main movie trailers that were released during Super Bowl LX. Then, the duo has a spoiler-filled discussion on the Project Hail Mary marketing thus far.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro2:09 - News1:04:03 - Project Hail Mary Book SPOILERSJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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45:18

Avengers 5 and Spider-Man 4 Skip Super Bowl

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/02/04

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) to rant about Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday NOT getting trailers at the Super Bowl. Then, the duo previews the trailers that are expected, and remember Catherine O'Hara.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro2:43 - NewsJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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50:07

Wonder Man Might Be Marvel’s Best Show Yet

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/01/28

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) and The Direct's Russ Milheim to review Marvel Studios' latest series: Wonder Man.Check out Russ's interviews with the stars and showrunner of Wonder Man HERE!TIMECODES0:00 - Intro10:39 - SPOILERS Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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54:58

Chris Pratt Teases Star-Lord's Future & Yoshi is...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/01/26

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) to dive into the new Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer, including the internet-breaking Yoshi reveal. Then, it's time to dive into the latest MCU quotes from Chris Pratt, a new Batman movie writer, and the 98th Academy Award nominations.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro2:27 - NewsJoin The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter

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55:20

Avengers 5 Gets 1 Billion Views & Kathleen Kennedy...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/01/19

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) to break down the massive news that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down at Lucasfilm and what this means for the future of Star Wars. In addition, the duo discusses the new cinematographer on James Gunn's Man of Tomorrow, the Avengers: Doomsday teasers hitting 1 billion views, and Ted Sarandos (probably) lying about keeping theatrical releases for WB films.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro3:18 - NewsJoin The Direct

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60:44

Sebastian Stan Joins The Batman 2, Doomsday Trailers,...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2026/01/12

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Chris Buie (Film Stocked) to break down the latest Tangled casting news, plus Sebastian Stan joining Matt Reeves' The Batman 2. Later, they discuss the third and fourth Doomsday teasers and debate whether a fifth is forthcoming. Finally, Chris is asked a variety of Stranger Things questions now that the series has concluded.TIMECODES0:00 - Intro1:49 - News38:27 - Stranger Things Burning QuestionsJoin The Direct Podcast

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