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Thumb War

Bleav, Rachel Selig & Jason Doyle

Thumb War is your weekly showdown over movies, streaming series, and pop culture mayhem. Rachel and JD dive into what’s worth watching (and what deserves jail time), dishing out unfiltered recaps, reviews, and cinematic chaos. Smart-ish, savage-ish, and spoiler-heavy.

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00:33:53

Send Help Review | Sam Raimi Is Back and Having Fun...

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2026/03/03

Send Help is Sam Raimi in full “fun mode” — gross, funny, mean, and extremely satisfying.On Thumb War, we break down Raimi’s return to crowd-pleasing horror, Rachel McAdams’ anti-hero arc, Survivor energy, island mind games, and why this movie works so well. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted

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00:01:36

A Wide-Ranging Late February Check-In | BAFTA chat,...

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2026/03/01

This week’s Patreon-only Thumb War is very a late February check-in — no formal review, just conversation.We talk about: Trivia and random pop-culture facts Splitsville mini-review Travel stories and side quests Media overload and burnout BAFTA Awards conversation and online reactions Letting conversations breathe instead of spiraling Loose and thoughtful— a classic Patreon hang. Full Patreon chaos on Thumb War. Like, subscribe, and let us know what you think. Ad-free episodes + bonus

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00:43:29

Starfleet Academy Episode 7 Review | Back to Being...

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2026/02/26

Starfleet Academy Episode 7 | Back to Being BoringAfter a brief uptick last week, Starfleet Academy Episode 7 drops right back into its worst instincts. On this episode of Thumb War, we unpack why the show’s teen-drama focus, disconnected plots, and deeply questionable character choices make this one of the most frustrating episodes of the season — and why we’re seriously debating whether to keep watching at all. When nothing happens, and nothing makes sense, it’s hard to stay invested. Available

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00:40:49

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 6 | A Perfect...

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2026/02/25

The Season 1 finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms proves that you don’t need dragons or explosions to deliver a powerful ending.On this episode of Thumb War, we unpack the emotional aftermath of the Trial of Seven, Dunk’s unwavering principles, Egg’s painful growth, and why this quiet, character-driven finale feels like classic Game of Thrones at its best. A beautiful ending — and a thrilling beginning. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free

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00:39:27

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6 Review | The...

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2026/02/23

Episode 6 of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is the best episode of the season so far — which only highlights how badly the show was set up in the first place.On this episode of Thumb War, we dig into why this finally feels like Star Trek, why it immediately falls apart under scrutiny, and how nostalgia, logic gaps, and baffling character choices keep undermining the series. It’s better. It’s still broken. And it should’ve happened way earlier. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support

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00:28:37

Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die | Fun Sci-Fi, Heavy...

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2026/02/21

Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die is a sci-fi comedy that feels silly, stressful, and uncomfortably relevant all at once.On this episode of Thumb War, we dig into Gore Verbinski’s return, Sam Rockwell’s charisma, Juno Temple’s emotional core, and why this movie’s AI-driven “happy ending” might be the scariest part of all. It’s not subtle — but it is effective. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like &

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00:32:04

Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie Review | The...

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2026/02/20

We’re saying it out loud — and early: Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is the best movie we’re going to see this year. On this episode of Thumb War, we break down the film’s impossible ambition, guerrilla filmmaking genius, time-travel chaos, and why this deeply specific Canadian comedy somehow feels universal. It’s hilarious, heartfelt, and a reminder of what theatrical comedies can still be. If it’s playing near you, go see it with a crowd. Immediately. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts &

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00:27:37

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 5 Review | The...

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2026/02/18

The penultimate episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms delivers one of the most intense, exhausting battle sequences the franchise has ever attempted. On this episode of Thumb War, we break down the Trial of Seven, the puke-filled chaos, Dunk’s disorienting POV, brutal flashbacks, and why this episode might be the best battle Westeros has ever seen. It’s gory, emotional, and unforgettable — and it sets the stage for a devastating finale. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the

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00:31:40

"Wuthering Heights" (2026) Review | Beautiful,...

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2026/02/18

Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights is messy, heat, confrontational, and absolutely not interested in pleasing everyone.On this episode of Thumb War, we break down Fennell’s bold interpretation of the Brontë classic — from erotic denial and cruelty-as-romance to audience backlash, Valentine’s Day chaos, and why this movie feels designed to make people uncomfortable. Is it brilliant? Is it too much? Or is that the whole idea? Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon

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00:43:31

Starfleet Academy Episodes 4 & 5 Review | This Show...

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2026/02/12

Episodes 4 and 5 of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy lean heavily on legacy name-drops and Deep Space Nine nostalgia — but is that enough?In this episode of Thumb War, we break down the hologram storyline that doesn’t hold up, the Klingon cultural pivot, the triad reveal, and why Episode 5 might be the most frustrating (and maybe most boring) chapter of the season so far. We want to love new Star Trek. But honoring the past means more than just referencing it. Is this bold evolution… or just confused

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00:43:02

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 Review |...

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2026/02/11

We’re officially gushing — and in Westeros, that’s never a good sign.In this episode of Thumb War, we dive into Episode 4 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, breaking down why the show feels so emotionally locked in right now, how Dunk & Egg’s relationship continues to deepen, and why the approaching Trial of Seven has us bracing for real consequences. It’s a near-perfect episode of television — warm, funny, thoughtful, and quietly terrifying in what it’s setting up next. Available on YouTube, Apple

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01:05:42

Rogue One Review: The Star Wars Movie That Still...

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2026/02/07

Rogue One is tragic, brutal, and maybe the best Star Wars movie outside the original trilogy.Jason, Rachel, and Jeshua revisit Rogue One in timeline order and unpack why it still hits so hard — from its war-movie structure and unforgettable ending to how Andor completely reframes Cassian’s story. We also get into K-2SO love, digital Tarkin debates, and why this movie feels so different from modern Star Wars. Spoilers throughout. Spoilers for Rogue One Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if

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00:26:17

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms – Episode 3 Review:...

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2026/02/06

Episode 3 is where A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms starts to feel truly special.Jason and Rachel break down the episode’s biggest moments, focusing on Dunk and Egg’s evolving friendship, the subtle reveals hiding in plain sight, and how George R.R. Martin quietly turns a simple tournament story into something far bigger. Spoilers for Episode 3 Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Ad-free episodes + bonus content on Patreon:

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00:45:19

Starfleet Academy Episode 1-3 Review: Boldly Going...

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2026/02/01

Star Trek meets Hogwarts — and not in a good way.Jason and Rachel review the first three episodes of Starfleet Academy (2026), unpacking what works, what absolutely doesn’t, and why the show feels more like a CW teen drama than classic Star Trek. We dig into tone, character choices, legacy lore, and whether this series understands what made Star Trek special in the first place. Spoilers ahead. Strong opinions guaranteed. Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb

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00:22:36

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Review | Body Horror,...

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2026/02/01

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Review | Body Horror, Cult Logic & Chaos28 Years Later: The Bone Temple doesn’t expand the world — it traps you inside it. On this episode of Thumb War, we dive into the franchise’s most disturbing chapter yet, breaking down Ray Fiennes’ fearless performance, the cult dynamics around the Bone Temple, and why this film feels closer to torture-adjacent body horror than traditional zombie cinema. It’s brutal. It’s intimate. And it might be the boldest swing the series

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00:22:50

Dunk & Egg Are Instantly Iconic | Knight of the Seven...

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2026/01/31

Episode 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms proves this isn’t just another Westeros spin-off — it’s something smaller, sweeter, and way more effective.On this episode of Thumb War, we dig into why Dunk & Egg’s chemistry is the secret sauce of the series, how seeing Westeros from ground level changes everything, and why this show works even if you don’t know every sigil, house, or rebellion. It’s funny, heartfelt, efficient storytelling — and it might be HBO’s most quietly confident fantasy series

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00:38:38

Stranger Things 5 Behind the Scenes Is Way Wilder...

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2026/01/25

The final season of Stranger Things is over — but the chaos behind it might be even more fascinating.In this episode of Thumb War, we break down “One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5”, the Netflix documentary that pulls back the curtain on the most ambitious (and stressful) production of the series. From starting Season 5 without a finished script, to massive practical sets, exhausted showrunners, crew members holding the entire production together, and the internet losing its mind

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00:02:46

Reacting to the Oscar Nominations After a Brutal Week

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2026/01/24

The Oscar nominations dropped — unfortunately, so did everything else.We talk awards season reactions, missing movies, flu recovery, a late-night ER visit, and why sometimes real life completely derails movie discourse. It’s not polished.It’s not organized.It’s extremely honest. Full Patreon chaos on Thumb War. Like, subscribe, and let us know what you think. Ad-free episodes + bonus content on Patreon: http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

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00:17:47

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (Episode 1) Review |...

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2026/01/23

We’re heading back to Westeros. On this episode of Thumb War, we review the premiere of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the latest Game of Thrones prequel based on George R. R. Martin’s Dunk & Egg stories. We talk first impressions, performances, tone, and whether this stripped-down take on Westeros is a smart pivot—or a missed opportunity. Is this the Thrones comeback fans have been waiting for? Or just another spinoff riding on legacy? Ad-free episodes + bonus content on Patreon:

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00:34:25

Avatar: Fire and Ash — Spectacle, Fatigue, and James...

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2026/01/16

James Cameron doubles down with Avatar: Fire and Ash, delivering jaw-dropping visuals, new Na’vi factions, and a full-on 3D assault on the senses.On Thumb War, JD and Rachel debate whether Fire and Ash is the strongest Avatar yet, or proof that the franchise might finally be testing its limits. From villainous tribes and uneasy alliances to spiritual world-building and technological obsession, we break down what works, what doesn’t, and why you absolutely need to see this one in theaters. Spoilers

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