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The Wait For It Podcast

The Wait For It Podcast

Hosted by MrEricAlmighty and PhilTheFilipino, the guys discuss all things in Pop Culture from movies, gaming, anime and anything in between. New episodes every Wednesday, all you have to do is...WAIT FOR IT!

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All Episodes

103:55

What Did I Miss? (September 2025 Bonus Episode)

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/09/29

We welcome artists Lalaine ArtGeek and Ivan Patch to break down September's biggest pop culture moments and anticipate what's coming in 2026. • Nioh 3 announced for February 2026, continuing the samurai vs yokai Souls-like action RPG series • James Gunn reveals Superman and Lex Luthor will team up in "Man of Tomorrow" against a greater threat, releasing July 2027 • Dana Terrace's "Knights of Guinevere" makes waves as Glitch Productions' first 2D animated psychological thriller • Hazbin Hotel...

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105:41

Creator Spotlight: Donald Guzzi

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Donald Guzzi shares his journey from audio engineering student to voice actor and director, revealing how persistence and seizing unexpected opportunities transformed his career over eleven years in the industry. • Started in audio engineering at SAE Institute with plans to work in live sound before discovering a passion for post-production • Worked as a quality control engineer at a dubbing studio before spending six months convincing the casting director to give him voice acting opportunit...

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52:17

The Game Room Where It Happens - Clair Obscur:...

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/09/17

We dive into Claire Obscure: Expedition 33, a stylish turn-based RPG set in a dreamlike, Belle Époque-inspired world where players must defeat the Painteress before she erases another year of humanity's history. • The game's stunning visuals, world-building, and soundtrack create an immersive experience despite coming from a small development team • Claire Obscure's combat system blends turn-based strategy with real-time action in a uniquely satisfying way • Voice performances from Charlie C...

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33:26

International Feature: Rye Lane

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/09/10

From the first frame to the last, Rye Lane captivates with its bold visual language and authentic emotional core. Set against the vibrant backdrop of South London, we follow Dom and Yaz, two broken-hearted twenty-somethings whose chance meeting evolves into a day-long journey of connection, confrontation, and potential healing. • Director Rainn Allen Miller creates a vibrant representation of South London that becomes a character in itself • Unique fisheye and wide-angle cinematography gives...

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52:41

Late To The Party - The Devil Wears Prada

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Eric and Phil explore 2006's The Devil Wears Prada, diving into the powerhouse performances of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci in this psychological examination of work-life balance and personal transformation. • Meryl Streep delivers an iconic performance as Miranda Priestly that earned an Oscar nomination and remains quoted to this day • The film isn't just about fashion but serves as a character study of ambition and authenticity • Strong feminist themes emerge...

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129:42

What Did I Miss? (August 2025 Bonus Episode)

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/08/29

The August 2025 edition of our monthly "What Did I Miss?" series welcomes special guests Kory from "The World Is My Burrito" podcast and Badr from "The Short Box Podcast" for a lively discussion of recent pop culture news and developments. • Exploration of IDW's new Godzilla comics in the Kaisei era, featuring three parallel storylines across different titles with rich storytelling and impressive artwork • Discussion of international animation's growing impact, focusing on K-Pop Demon Hunter...

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103:36

Creator Spotlight: Bay Doxey

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/08/27

We sit down with Bay Doxey, voice of Meme in "My Deer Friend Nokotan," for a candid conversation about her journey from theater kid to professional voice actress and the challenges of finding her authentic self along the way. • Starting in theater at age 9 before transitioning to voice acting at 14 by recording in her closet with a phone app • Learning that voice acting and theater acting require completely different techniques and approaches • Finding freedom in voice acting where physical ...

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33:11

The Game Room Where It Happens - L.A. Noire

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We dive into LA Noire, Rockstar Games' often overlooked 2011 detective thriller that pioneered facial animation technology but struggled to become a true classic. • LA Noire was revolutionary for its MotionScan facial animation system, creating unprecedented realism for interrogation scenes • The game's "Truth, Doubt, Lie" system became iconic but often led to unexpectedly aggressive responses from protagonist Cole Phelps • Many cases were inspired by real 1940s Los Angeles crimes, showing T...

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43:03

International Feature: Grave of the Fireflies

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2025/08/13

The devastating impact of war through the eyes of children creates one of cinema's most profound animated experiences, standing as Studio Ghibli's most sobering and realistic work. • Grave of the Fireflies (1988) is directed by Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli • The film follows 14-year-old Seita and his younger sister Setsuko as they struggle to survive after losing their mother in WWII Japan • Originally released as a double feature with My Neighbor Totoro, creating a stark contr...

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51:33

Late To The Party - Man of Steel

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/08/06

We investigate Zack Snyder's 2013 Superman origin film Man of Steel, comparing it with the new 2025 Superman movie and reflecting on how its controversial approach continues to influence superhero films a decade later. • Krypton sequences featuring Russell Crowe and Michael Shannon stand as the film's strongest segments • Flashback structure feels disjointed and lacks clear purpose or emotional throughline • Kevin Costner's tornado death scene remains controversial and doesn't make logical s...

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39:14

What Did I Miss? (July 2025 Bonus Episode)

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/07/31

Eric and Phil return with a throwback format for this episode, diving into July 2025's entertainment landscape without guests or gimmicks—just two hosts chatting about what you might have missed this past month. • Marvel pivots from Kang to Downey Jr as Doctor Doom after Feige admits "Kang wasn't big enough" to follow Thanos • Neil Druckmann steps away from HBO's Last of Us ahead of season 3 to focus on Naughty Dog's upcoming game Intergalactic • Neja 2 sits at #5 all-time box office with $2...

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86:31

Creator Spotlight: Victor Larson (NomNom Verse)

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2025/07/30

Victor Larson joins us to share his incredible journey building NomNom, a unique trading card role-playing game that blends elements from TCGs, tabletop RPGs, and board games into an immersive gaming experience set in a world where "all doorways lead to NomNom." • Created the world of NomNom as a creative playground for his diverse artistic interests • Designed a unique setting where ancient technologies and civilizations create a sci-fi world that feels like fantasy • Developed innovative g...

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45:49

The Game Room Where It Happens - Classic Sports Games

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/07/23

Eric and Phil take a nostalgic journey through arcade-style sports games from the 90s and 2000s, exploring the decline of this once-thriving genre that prioritized outrageous fun over simulation. • NBA Jam with its flaming basketballs, NFL Blitz with its bone-crushing late hits, and other classics represented a golden era of accessible sports gaming • Both hosts reveal their "Holy Trinity" of sports games, with surprising choices making the cut • Concern over concussions and injuries in real...

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60:58

International Feature: KPop Demon Hunters

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2025/07/16

K-pop Demon Hunters blends spectacular animation with chart-topping music to create Netflix's biggest animated surprise hit of the year. Sony Pictures' animated film follows K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey who use their secret powers to protect fans from supernatural threats. • Animation style draws inspiration from Spider-Verse and Mitchells vs. The Machines, offering something fresh compared to traditional Disney animation • Music serves as the film's beating heart, with songs like G...

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37:55

Late To The Party - The Bad Guys

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/07/09

We dive into DreamWorks' criminally underrated 2022 animated film "The Bad Guys," exploring why this stylish heist movie deserves more recognition alongside studio favorites. • Based on the popular children's books by Aaron Blabey • Features an impressive voice cast including Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Awkwafina, and Anthony Ramos • Animation style heavily influenced by "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" with a blend of 2D aesthetics and 3D modeling • Combines elements of cla...

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84:08

What Did I Miss? (June 2025 Bonus Episode)

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/06/30

Longtime friend Erin, who works as Community Manager for 2K Games on Borderlands, joins us for a special reunion episode filled with nostalgia, cryptid sightings, and Hollywood career revelations. • Harold and Kumar are getting a new sequel with original stars John Cho and Kal Penn expected to return • Discussing whether early 2000s stoner comedies can successfully translate to today's entertainment landscape • Erin shares bizarre cryptid sightings including an alien on a doorbell camera and...

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71:54

Creator Spotlight: Lalaine Art Geek

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Lalaine Art Geek shares her journey as a cartoonist, illustrator, and comic artist, revealing how her distinctive bold, colorful style has evolved from composition notebooks to digital platforms and print. Her vibrant approach to character design draws inspiration from cartoons like Gravity Falls and anime like Kill la Kill, creating a unique style that stands out at conventions. • Creating character-focused art with a distinctive cartoon style influenced by Western animation • Building an a...

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45:10

The Game Room Where It Happens - Jurassic World...

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/06/18

We dive into the world of park building games with a focus on Jurassic World Evolution 2, exploring its strengths, weaknesses, and the crucial role of mods in enhancing gameplay. • Comparing Jurassic World Evolution 1 (2018) and Evolution 2 (2021) • The experience gap between console and PC gameplay due to mod support • Evolution 2's simplified approach compared to other park builders like Planet Zoo and Prehistoric Planet • Game modes including campaign, chaos theory, and sandbox • The limi...

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40:49

International Feature: The First Slam Dunk

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/06/11

For this edition of International Feature, we dive into The First Slam Dunk, exploring how the 2022 anime film became the highest-grossing basketball movie of all time with nearly $300 million worldwide. They analyze the revolutionary animation style that blends 2D and 3D techniques while discussing whether it successfully welcomes newcomers to the franchise. • Groundbreaking animation combining traditional 2D with CGI creates an immersive basketball experience • Authentic basketball sound d...

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39:35

Late To The Party - Perfect Blue

The Wait For It Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Perfect Blue, Satoshi Kon's 1997 directorial debut, stands as one of the most influential and psychologically complex anime films ever created, still inspiring filmmakers today with its disturbing yet masterful narrative about identity and fame. The film's ability to blur the lines between reality and delusion creates a viewing experience that continues to haunt viewers days after watching, making it a timeless psychological thriller despite being over 25 years old. • Released in 1997, Perfe...

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