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Bankole Imoukhuede

Weekly conversations breaking down what we"re watching, what you should be watching and everything in between.

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75:45

Did 'The Smashing Machine' Rock?

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2025/10/23

Ebuka & Jibbz, the most electrifying duo in entertainment, are back to dissect what is universally accepted as Dwayne Johnson's acting magnum opus in Benny Safdie's "The Smashing Machine". They discuss The Rock's Hollywood story so far (18:17) and other WWE converts, his amazing performance as Mark Kerr (27:27), before briefly touching on the Safdie split (49:45) and Oscar predictions for 'The Smashing Machine' (1:13:11)You can support us here & subscribe to our Newsletter for film

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70:11

'Gen V' Season 2 Finale: What's Poppin'?

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2025/10/22

The whole squad is in for the showdown of a lifetime this week, as Thomas Godolkin's plan is finally revealed, so we brought back-up too — Ebube joins the Bankole, Chiagoziem and Oseghale this week to make sense of the finale of 'Gen V' season two.They start by discussing bob-gate, as well as the fandom's mixed feelings about the end of the season and what it could mean for the future of both 'Gen V' and 'The Boys', then they get into the potential plot conveniences while praising the

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58:01

'Slow Horses' Season 5, Episode 5: And The Oscar Goes...

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2025/10/22

Ebube subs in for Chris this week, but our squad doesn't miss a beat as they engage in one of the all-time great debriefs. Bankole, Angel and Ebube are under intense interrogation this week about the events of the penultimate episode of 'Slow Horses' Season 5. First, they respond to some recent comments from our YouTube listeners (6:24) before heading - with their eyes closed - to the Piss Underpass (19:55). They then wrap up by heading to The Park and scrutinising Claude's saviour complex

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47:29

'Gen V' Season 2, Episode 7: Main Character Syndrome

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2025/10/15

You know that feeling? The bittersweet one?... When your wild theory turns out to be true and you’re stoked, but also your wild theory turned out to be true so now your favorite characters are absolutely cooked? Yeah?… Well so do we.On the penultimate episode of Gen V Season 2, Bankole, Chiagoziem and Oseghale find themselves reckoning with the fact that Marie might be not just the Avatar, but Paul Atreides. They get into the true implications of her seemingly limitless power, the extent to

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37:39

'Slow Horses' Season 5, Episode 4: What Did You Just Do?

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2025/10/15

The squad dives into the wild events of the mayoral rallies on this week’s ‘Slow Horses’. Before that though, they herald the upcoming arrival of the next Apple TV+ show based on books by Mick Herron — ‘Down Cemetery Road’ — set to premiere once Slow Horses concludes its current season.Now halfway through the season, the chaos is like a train wreck — we can't stop watching. River and Coe have taken the description of "Loser-Misfit-Boozer" to entirely new heights this time, while Flyte

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117:37

‘One Battle After Another’: Did We Win After All?

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2025/10/09

Ayisha, Ebuka & Jibbz are washed up podcasters in a race against time to save their baby as they discuss 'One Battle After Another'. They discuss PTA as a director (11:11) before doing a deep dive on each of the movie's main characters (40:18) and finish up with some Oscar predictions (1:40:13).Hosts: EbukaGuests: Ayisha & Jibbz

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53:59

'Gen V' Season 2, Episode 6: How Long Till Canada?

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2025/10/08

Oh... You need a break? Today?! Nah, not here. Get in, loser — we’re heading to a doomsday bunker.The squad is holed up with their favorite billionaire this week as they try to figure out what comes next for the Elmira escapees. They start by being grateful that Sam and the Kool-Aid man have a lot in common, even though he desperately needs to learn how to actually fight, and then try to bridge the gap between Marie and Annabeth.They also debate the wisdom if any, as well as the potential

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51:54

'Slow Horses' Season 5, Episode 3: A New Rhythm?

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2025/10/08

Wait a second... Is Lamb... Worried?!Bankole, Chris and Angel are on the edge of their seats this week, watching Jackson Lamb potentially on the back foot for what might just be the first ever in what is probably Bankole's favorite episode of 'Slow Horses' till date.The guys start by dutifully listening to Angel explain why everyone should watch HBO's 'The Pitt' — she's very convincing — and then go on to discuss the duality of enjoying seeing the agents working together in one place while

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59:46

'Gen V' Season 2, Episode 5: Homecoming

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2025/10/01

Welcome to fifth period, where we’ve got milk merchants, karma and comedy in session!Oseghale is back! And he’s showing Bankole and Chiagoziem the insights that just might help Marie take down Cipher on Prime Video's 'Gen V'.The crew huddles up to guess what colour Cipher’s blood truly is, and whether he’s fond of a certain blue injection from The Boys, before getting into the refreshing change of pace that is Sam getting some peace and resolution for once. They also rue the day Sage

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47:59

'Slow Horses' Season 5, Episode 2: A Crack-Up, a...

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2025/10/01

Does anyone do any work around here? Well, of course not — this is Slough House. And somehow Roddy's delusion has only grown since last week.Bankole returns with Chris and Angel for the second episode of 'Slow Horses' season 5 on Apple TV+, and miraculously they might be on the same wavelength with Lamb for once: they can't decide which character is the least competent.They start by providing some much needed recommendations for the current — and upcoming — season of TV (what a time to be

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46:21

'Gen V' Season 2, Episode 4: Bender Brawl

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2025/09/24

It's the fight of the decade in the world of 'The Boys'! And frankly, we're scared in the front row.Bankole and Chiagoziem are tag teaming this fight for this week's 'Gen V' and they give each other their flowers for all the predictions they correctly made about the events of this episode, before proceeding to set them on fire as they're hit by the curve ball the story throws them about Cipher.They praise Cipher's calm intellect and discuss the show's apt naming system for goats,

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52:39

'Slow Horses' Season 5 Premiere: Post Traumatic...

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2025/09/24

A fifth season?! We are SO back. Back in the trenches of course. Bankole is joined by Chris and Angel for the season five premiere of 'Slow Horses' on Apple TV+, and they're frankly still reeling from the events of the season four finale.They discuss the current state of affairs for each character in an attempt to figure out who's doing the worst, weigh Louisa's big decision, and grieve River not knowing what to do with himself, before making an official proclamation of Lamb's greatest

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54:02

'Gen V' Season 2 Premiere: Good To Be Back

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2025/09/17

Rife with secret mimics and Starlighters, trad supes and evil ciphers, God U is buzzing with the triumphant return of its framed heroes. And we're fully enrolled.Welcome to Sophomore Year! Bankole, Chiagoziem and Oseghale are back in the world of 'The Boys' to discuss the return of 'Gen V'. They start by sharing their thoughts on the show's handling of Chance Perdomo's passing, before discussing the season's new characters and the events of the three-episode premiere. While they're at it,

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85:30

'28 Years Later' Was It Worth The Wait? + A Few Words...

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2025/07/03

Batten down the hatches & grab your crossbows, Jibbz & Ebuka spill about Danny Boyle's '28 Years Later". They discuss the two distinct halves of the film (19:55), Spike's decision to leave the island (39:45), that bonkers ending (55:55), before jumping into The Ballerina (1:08:06) and what makes a good action star (1:14:35)

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83:16

‘Severance’, ‘Industry’ & Our EMMYs Prayer Requests

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2025/06/29

As we eagerly await this year's EMMY nominations, Bankole & Cris share their Hail Mary prayer requests for the filmmakers, performers & shows they would love to see nominated. Warning: Excessive gushing about your favourite shows, including 'Severance' (18:55), 'Industry' (48:55), 'Shrinking' (1:01:10) and more.You can support us here.Subscribe to our Newsletter.Available on YouTube.Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: CrisProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede

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82:46

The 2025 TV Shows You Missed & Our Summer Hype Meters!

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2025/06/22

We're recommending again! William returns to the pod to chat with Bankole about some of the 2025 TV Shows that have gone under the radar (10:45), including Natasha Lyonne's 'Poker Face'. Then they share their excitement (and cautious optimism) for the year's jam-packed summer movie schedule (50:45).You can support us here.Subscribe to our Newsletter.Also Available on YouTube.You can follow William on Twitter & InstagramHost: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: William Goodman Production by:

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93:10

How 'Your Friends & Neighbours' Secures the Bag

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2025/06/18

THIS is what happens. When A-List talent meets societal commentary and narrative genius.Ebube and Chinedu reunite with Emmanuel for a hilariously detailed discussion of Jon Hamm's new Apple TV+ show, 'Your Friends & Neighbours'. They discuss Apple's strategies for both media and technology, including how they approach telling people about their shows, before getting into what this show teaches us about wealth and culture.They get into the woes of parenting, the mechanics of excess, and

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87:28

The Cannes Film Festival Films We Can’t Wait For | Is...

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2025/06/12

Ayisha, Chris & Ofili are here to give their review of the Cannes film festival and talk us through the most anticipated films from the festival. We talk about WHY we love the Cannes film festival and the general workings of the festival (08:55), discuss Jafar Panahi and his Palme d'Or winning movie 'It Was Just an Accident' (16:13), Joachim Trier's newest film - 'Sentimental Value' (26:35), and predictions on how the festival & the general state of the world could affect awards

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76:31

Our 'Hacks' End of Season Awards!

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2025/06/08

This was Bankole's dream, but the dream changed. He is joined by Lolade (in the studio!) and their very own mother of dance, Cris, to discuss the hilarious and excellent fourth season of 'Hacks'. They first head to Singapore to share their thoughts on the season finale (6:30) and what they hope to see in the fifth season, before awarding their end-of-season superlatives (20:50).You can support us here.Subscribe to our Newsletter.Available on YouTube.Host: Bankole ImoukhuedeGuest: Lolade and

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63:33

What Do We Reckon About ‘Mission Impossible: Final...

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2025/06/05

Jibbz & Priscilla have accepted their mission and are delivering their verdict on 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning'. They discuss their favourite two part franchise ending movies (10:09), the over the top melodrama of Tom Cruise's final impossible mission (17:08) , the legacy of the Mission Impossible franchise (37:19) AND SO MUCH MOREYou can support us here.Please subscribe to our Newsletter.Hosts: Priscilla & JibbzProduction by: Ebuka

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