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This week, in honor of Louis Gosset Jr., we discuss the 1985 Sci-Fi classic Enemy Mine! We break down the movie and even learn how to speak Drac.....sort of. Did Jason and Jonathan like the movie? Does it hold up? Listen and find out!
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This week we talk about our favorite Christopher Nolan movies (all of them bangers!) and with the success of Barbie, we pitch our movies of some classic toys! We also have a review of They Cloned Tyrone and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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We are back with a new episode and we have a show for you! It's the return of the trailer park and we have new trailers to talk about! Our favorite movies for the remainder of the year and our review of Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1 and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we have some breaking news about the new DCU, and talk about Grimace Shakes! We also rate and rank the Indiana Jones movies in preparation for Dial of Destiny and of course the Pick of the Week! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we talk about the Roger's: The Musical coming to Disney's California Adventure, we discuss the Kraven trailer, and we give you our Flash review! Oh and we have not one but two Picks of the Week! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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In honor of Father's day we talk about our favorite TV and movie dads! We also have not one but two movie reviews! We also have some breaking news and our Pick of the Week! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we share our review of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, a new title for Cap 4, new Apple Tech and our Pick of the Week! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
It's our June Preview! From Robot Monkeys to Spider Cats we look at the best movies and releases for the month of June! We also have some breaking movie news, our Pick of the Week and so much more on this episode of The Beta Report!
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Jeff, Jason and Jonathan are back with a Disney Centric Episode! We discuss the latest Disney live action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, we rank our favorite Live action adaptations and our least favorite! Can't forget the pick of the week and so much more on this episode of The Beta Report!
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We're back and this time the boys are full blown Co-Hosts! Get to know Jason and Jonathan as the tell us about their new jobs, how one of them had a youtube channel when they were ten and how their middle names are real! We also review Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3, Disney+ news, and of course the Pick of the Week! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we are back with our favorite baseball movies, the Trailer Park is back with the new trailer for The Marvels and some Star War news! This and so much more on this episode of The Beta Report!
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The Beta Fam is back! KON and the best production team ever in Jason and Jonathan go over the best new and returning shows and movies for April. We also talk about the redemption of JarJar Binks....sort of and the best revenge flicks! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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The Beta Fam is back! We took a week off but we are back in full force! This week talk about the Oscars, we pitch a spinoff for Kew Huy Quan, The Last of Us finale review and the worst Video game adaptations! All of this and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report! Don't forget to follow and subscribe @thebetareport!
The Beta Fam is back and this time we pitch our own junkie animal movie because Cocaine Bear and the upcoming Meth Alligator can't have all the fun! We also talk about the best and worst 3rd movie of a trilogy or series, and the Pick of the Week on this episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we talk about the best stuff coming out in March, our Quantumania review and the reason why I still do this podcast. This and so much more on this weeks episode of The Beta Report!
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It's Super Bowl weekend! Along with the crazy commercials that our shown during the big game, we talk about the potential trailers we might see! We also talk about the rom coms we recommend and we have a special guest sharing their favorite movies for Valentine's day! This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we go over James Gunn's new slate of DC movies and TC, remind everyone the Snyderverse is not good and our February Preview. This and more on this week's Beta Report!
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We jump into the Grammys, the Razzies….the Jazzies? Maybe but also talk about Splash Mountain water for sale?! and of course the Pick of the Week on this week’s episode of The Beta Report!
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This week we review the movie Jesus Revolution, the first episode of the Last Of Us, and we share our most anticipated movies of 2023! This and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report!
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The Beta Boys are back and this week Uno professes his love for Lord of The RIngs’ Gimli! We also talk about the disaster that is the Academy Award nominations, The finale of The Book of Boba Fett, and our Pick of the Week. This and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report!
This week is just the KON! It's a super mini episode! This week we touch on the Spiderman No way Home hype, the toxic fandom we don't want and our pick of the week. All this and well that's it. It's a super mini episode! Don't forget to subscribe and visit our website at thebetareport.com!
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Apparently there’s a new holiday called Disney Investors day! It has to be because Disney gifted us with all sorts of announcements for their upcoming movies and Disney+ content coming soon. Join the Beta Bros as we talk about all the great stuff from Star Wars, Marvel and even some unexpected announcements! This and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report!
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Big, salty, spicy balls…there’s nothing better than having some dried apricots as Halloween treats! In this episode the Beta Bros breakdown their top 5 favorite candies and treats. We go very regional and talk about the mysterious yet magical delight that is a Mazapan, Saladitos, and Pelucas. We also talk about some more traditional choices that a lot of us will have this halloween. We also talk about our possible Corona-virus inspired horror film that was our adolescent life! Liquor stores will be the death of us.
Jay also lays out your whole spooky week with choices for every day up until Halloween day! All this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
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Who is this girl I see, starring straight, back at me? WELL….is it Mulan? In this week’s episode The Beta Boys review the new Disney live action adaptation of one of their classic animated films: Mulan. The Bros give their takes on what worked and what didn’t work on Disney’s first action epic of this scale.
They also drop some Beta News including Blumhouse’s bloody take on Freaky Friday and offer up some great PICK OF THE WEEK selections. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of, The Beta Report.
Saying the crane kick is the most unguardable karate move known to man, is like saying The Beta Report is the greatest podcast of all time…ALL TRUE…FACTS…NO CAP!!!! The Beta Bros are back with another great episode that is sure to sweep your leg and put you in a body bag…man, the Karate Kid was kind of dark! Anyway, the Bros talk about the new Netflix hit: Cobra Kai. Another foray into 80’s nostalgia that is quite apt for the time and doesn’t really use its history as a crutch. More on that in the episode.
The Bros also y’all Umbrella Academy Season 2, the unfortunate New Mutants/Drive-in experience, and of course, we take the time to acknowledge the legacy and greatness of the king, Chadwick Boseman. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report. #Yibambe #WakandaForever
The world is still a shell of its former self. Things have not fully come back to normal. However, there are some promising signs of normalcy. Especially for us movie lovers. There are two BIG movies coming out IN THEATERS this month: New Mutants and Tenet. So, this raises the question…is it worth it? Should we go back to the theater? The Beta Bros weigh-in on this new moral dilemma and whether the studios should do more to take care of the audience.
The Boy’s also discuss the new DC slate of movies including: The Batman!!! Which just released a trailer, which looks fantastic. We discuss the cryptic feeling that the trailer displays that feel very reminiscent to The Crow and Seven. It’s all this and so much more on this week’s episode of, The Beta Report.
What about an episode all about tacos? Well although it starts off that way we do talk about other stuff than just tacos! Join us as we discuss the show by the creator of The Office called Upload. We also talk about the excellent season 2 of The Umbrella Academy, the very unconventional dating reality show, Love on the Spectrum and we also talked how you can help those in need in Beirut after the tragic explosion. This and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
By now, I’m sure you all already know, but we’ll go ahead and restate it here…We’re pretty amazing at what we do! Don’t believe us? Check out the latest list of Emmy nominations. Anything look and sound familiar? It’s basically every show we’ve ever talked about. Yeah, we’re nice like that!
Okay, okay…really though, The Emmys has just released its list of nominations and it’s like seeing all your friends again on a Zoom call. From Stranger Things to Watchmen, Unbelievable and The Mandalorian, we make our predictions for all the winners in all the major categories as well as revisiting some shows you may not be watching but you should be. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
An arrow explodes through the eye of a cavernous skull, exposing a wound that bleeds a beautiful bouquet of flowers. A butterfly perches on the arrow, spreads it’s wings and pollenates the air with its effervescent majesty. As the arrow sinks deeper into the skull and the flowers bloom in an incandescent splendor, at the top of the skull, a tampon appears adorning it like a crown and the image disappears…this is where Gary Villarreal wants you and his art to meet. This week, The Beta Bro’s take a deep dive into the fantastical mind of one of our favorite artists and guests: Gary Villarreal. We talk about his creative process and his upcoming book of sketches available for purchase on his website.
As we face these unprecedented times, we know that as men of color, as entertainers, as humans, The Beta Report has an obligation to stand in solidarity with our African-American and black brothers and sisters who are being unjustly murdered and mistreated in our country. As a team, The Beta Report wants to use our “language” and our platform, to measure, value and acknowledge the lives that are afflicted with the pain and terror that unfortunately plague black lives on a daily basis. We understand that it is important to talk about these issues and to continue to shed light on them as well.
So, as we pause from our usual escapism, today, we choose to be present and talk about the systematic inequity that continues to take hold of our country.
“ We die. That may be the meaning of life. But we do language. That may be the measure of our lives.” -Toni Morrison.
The Beta Vault has briefly closed its doors for this week to make way for another Beta-ford contraption: a Time Traveling Hot Tub Beta Machine! The Beta Boys welcome John back for another episode and spare no time to strip him down and get him in their time traveling hot tub. On this episode we dive deep into Christopher Nolan’s new film Tenet. Is it a time travel movie or can it be something completely different? The Boys also discuss TBR’s Best Time Travel Movies and Movie moments. Will your choice make the list? Listen in to find out.
It’s time to sharpen your swords and comb your bigote as The Beta Report swashbuckles it’s way through the California country side to talk about a real hidden gem: The Mask of Zorro. Never before has The Beta Report been more macho, suave or debonair than on this week’s episode with special guest and friend of the show: John Hernandez! Join The Beta Boys as they chop things up and discuss the legend of the Mexican Batman and the magnetic allure of the man, the myth, the macho: Antonio Banderas.
Again, The Beta Vault has been demak’d wide open as we continue our classic movie marathon for the month of May.
The Beta Boys have searched the streets of Hong Kong, wandered into some dark alley’s and stepped over Jean-Claude Van Damme’s legs as he does the splits to find this week’s Beta Vault Movie: Bloodsport! From Hiroshima tragedies to The Triads, secret deadly martial arts competition, and the first Captain America…who isn’t from America…this movie has it all!
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The Beta Vault is now officially open! And, there is no better way to kick-off this series than with a movie that is as pure and joyful as Johnny 5 himself. The first movie out of the vault this week is: Short Circuit. If you love E.T., Gizmo, Sloth or any of the other quintessential 80’s buddy companions that we all loved and wished we had growing up, then this is the movie for you…that is, of course, if you could look past the blatant brown face, skunk dinners, and steamy sexually charged robot to human chemistry.
Next week, we’ll open the vault once again for another 80’s Classic! Next, we’ll be watching: Blood Sport. Make sure and check it out before next week’s episode so you can give us your thoughts and opinions on this essential piece of Jean-Claude Van Damme’s library of classics.
The Beta Report dives into their central core memory system to provide bingeing aid to your now calloused thumbs. Stop scrolling! And listen to this episode where The KON, Uno and Jay dig up a tv show and movie that are currently streaming on all the major streaming sites that have now become hidden gems, forgotten friends, or old companions reaching out to rekindle past memories of non-quarantine times. So pack your nostalgia bags to the brim, and follow The Beta Boys down our favorites, revisited.
The KON, Uno and Jay explore how Sam Raimi, the mastermind of several horror and super hero classics, will affect and shape the future of the MCU, reveal a huge Mandalorian announcement coming May 4th, and review LA Originals on Netflix and Trolls 2: World Tour now streaming on demand everywhere.
The Beta Boys also uncover their own guilty pleasures they’re watching as the quarantine and offer their Picks of the Week.
The Beta Bros are back with another quarantine episode! HBO is free for the month of April so we got you covered on the best all time shows to watch and our current picks! We also draft our favorite fictional characters for our Quaran-Team! Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and visit our website at thebetareport.com.
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Tigers, murder plots, and pizza: Oh My!!! TBR has gone wild for Netflix’s new hit docu-series: Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness. The Beta Boys react to the thrilling and all out insanity of this story, offering their most shocking moments of the series, their favorite characters, least favorite characters and what unanswered questions we may still have.
The Beta Boys are back for round 2 of their Covid Quarantine Adventure. In this episode, the boys talk about what they’ve been up to during their quarantine stays at home. They also look into their crystal ball and each predicts whether the current shutdown of all theaters and movies going straight to digital will be how we experience new releases in the future. Will all new releases be put on digital now? Or is the theater experience still to important to shutdown completely?
Wondering who and where you can find new movies? Uno offers up a comprehensive list of streaming services that offering great deals to help you through your stay home stay safe tour.
Never in the history of this show have we ever been more relevant. After years and years of spreading our mantra, now, in this global time of need, The Beta Report is here to save us all. As the future seems uncertain and with everyone quarantined at home, you have no choice but to: Waste Some Time With Us!!!
The Beta Boys are back with a brand new episode for your time wasting pleasure. The Boys offer up their quarantine streaming picks to help everyone get through their social distancing. They also look to the future and predict how this whole Covid-19 pandemic will end, with a little Hollywood twist. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
It's a special Throwback Episode with our friend Gabasonic! Our dear friend is moving to Las Vegas, Nevada so we thought it would be great to revisit one of our favorite guests. So sit back and relax and let the Governator join your social distancing!
**The new trailer for X-Men: Dark Phoenix just dropped, and The Beta Boys react to the second onscreen appearance of the Phoenix and her friends. We don’t want to say it. But, we feel like we need to. Is the X-Men franchise dipping into lackluster DCEU territory? Listen to find out.
Oh and…GABASONIC aka Gabe Ruth aka Gabe Swanson aka Gaba-daba-do…Gabe is back! Gabe sits down with the Beta Bros one more time to talk about the X-Men and Dark Phoenix, but he also shares about his new Youtube channel and his new super hero friends. All this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Please note: This episode contains remarks and statements that may be controversial and/or upsetting. Namely, the fact that the Bay Area doesn’t serve barbacoa, but rather, barba-CACA! Listener discretion is advised.
This week, The Beta Bros feasted on the new Netflix show Gentefied (Currently #8 on the streaming service’s Top 10 List). The bros discuss the show’s characters, its depiction of Los Angeles, and the wider issue of gentrification. Is Gentefied delicious authenticity or bitter appropriation?
TBR also has a new GO/NO GO as Pixar’s first foray into the mystical world of elves, trolls, and trash eating unicorns in ONWARD, hits theaters this week.
The Streaming War continues to tirelessly rage on as the various platforms that we love continue to vie for our attention. Netflix has just recently dropped a bomb in the form of a new update giving us “blind bingers” a little help. It just released a Top 10 List that spans the wide and varied library of films and TV shows that occupy its digital vaults. It takes original and licensed content alike and puts up a fresh update every 24 hours, giving the casual thumbnail surfer a chance to see what the rest of the country is watching and helping us make some fresh new finds in places we might have never looked…Yeah, i’m looking at you “Gentefied”. The Beta Bros break it down and let you know if its a useful tool, while making a few off topic pit stops along the way.
They also give their Netflix TOP 10 List and the choices might surprise…
Episode 68! Miley Cyrus, Erik Estrada, and Conchas...what do all of these things have in common? They are our: GUILTY PLEASURES! That's right, we'll be diving in to The Beta Report's deepest, darkest, most revealing secrets to date. And, we've brought on one of our oldest friends and faithful listener, Diego Jimenez, to further embarrass us with stories about Rosas, Conchas, and Sexy Comedias?!?! We also have our initial thoughts of LEGION and its masterful execution of meticulous mind-bending visual creepiness. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
There’s nothing more soothing, calming and refreshing than a good banjo serenade. And, there’s no better time to bust out our string plucking picks than after the Super Bowl for a brand new Trailer Park. We look at some amazing new footage for the upcoming EPIC, Disney’s live-action Mulan, as well new scenes from a couple of covert crime-fighting spy flicks: Marvel’s Black Widow and the new Bond adventure, 007: No Time to Die.
The Bro’s also let you know if you should go watch Birds of Prey this weekend in a new GO/NO GO.
This is part 2 of our live show at Gnomon College in Hollywood CA hosted by Artisan Social Club. We interview Raf Grassetti who shares how came from Brazil and worked his way up to Art Director at one of the most successful game studios working today. We also interview Josh Herman who has worked on movies like Real Steel, Amazing Spiderman and then went on to work at Marvel Studios and worked on some of the biggest films in the MCU!
We get their picks for Pick of the Week and Questions with KON turns into Ice Ice Baby!
All this and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report!
This episode was recorded live at Gnomon College. You can find Raf Grassetti @rafgrassetti and Josh Herman @droidsforsale
The Beta Report is live once again from Gnomon College in Hollywood CA hosted by Artisan Social Club. In part 1 of this episode we interview Christian Gossett who is an amazing guy and one of the most down to Earth guest we've had! We talk about his experience working at Lucasfilm, how he came up with the concept of the double bladed lightsaber which was then used for Darth Maul! We also get his pick of the week and a round of Questions from the KON! All this and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report! This episode was recorded live at Gnomon College. You can find Christian Gossett on Instagram @gossett_pictures
Should we snub the Oscars or have they already snubbed us? Are you still watching this award show? The Beta Boy’s practice their acceptance speeches and breakdown whether you should still be watching Hollywood’s most prestigious night.
The Beta Bro’s also take down Bad Boys For Life in the first GO/NO GO of the year.
It’s 2020 people! [Fireworks, champagne, that old song no one but Uno really knows the words to…] Its another year, which means a whole new season of The Beta Report. This week we’re taking a look at the last decade and searching deep for all of the Golden Nuggets of the time. We also choose our favorite films and TV shows of the decade. We then flash forward and look at what we’re most looking forward to in 2020 now that there’s no new Star Wars or huge Marvel event film to pull us into the theater this year.
All TBR wants for Christmas is…YOU! to listen to this podcast. Oh, and them shiny, shimmering, warm little candle wick flicker five star reviews on Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Google Play and everywhere else you get your podcasts.
But, its that time again, as the days get shorter and the nights get colder, its the miracle that is Christmas and The Beta Boys are feeling a little frisky and festive. Come celebrate with The Beta Bros as they lay their Christmas movie suggestions under your tree for early morning viewing. And, play along as they review Santa’s new Nice & Naughty Christmas Movie List. Can you guess the top ten best and worst Christmas movies of all time? Test your luck on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
The KON and Jay are ready to complete your training. Come, fulfill your destiny and listen to their brand new episode to become a Jedi and bring balance to the force and peace to the Galaxy! Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is finally here and your Jedi Masters, The KON and Jay, are force pushing their way through all of the spoilers to bring you their best spoiler-free preview of Episode IX, the last and crucial story in the Skywalker Saga.
Its true, all of it, The Beta Bros have put together yet another fantastic episode for your time wasting pleasure. So, buckle into your speeder, construct your lightsaber, and press play on your holochess console as they blast off into hyperspace to a galaxy far, far away for another episode of The Beta Report.
Please, give us a second as we brush the yellow snow off of our shoulders…from the rust of not doing an episode for a while! The Beta Bros are back, just like good’ol Saint Nick himself, for another episode of The Beta Report. This week, The Boys twirl their peppermint stripped mics and tell daddy not to get drunk on Christmas again (Yes, that’s a real Christmas song, Thanks John Denver), as they stroll down a new trailer park. They react to the new Black Widow, No Time to Die, Free Guy and Ghostbuster: Afterlife. trailers.
They also go through the top 10 BEST and WORST Christmas per ranker.com. From Pancho and Pedro, to Santa having aids and getting drunk, this list is WILD! They’ve got all that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
What better way to celebrate Jay’s birthday than with…BABY YODA!!! The Mandalorian on Disney+ has been fantastic so far. Just two episodes in and we’re all enthralled by its immersive and utterly warm and familiar Star Wars feel. But, that might not be because of The Mando himself. There’s a little green bundle of adorable joy that has won the hearts of all the TLJ haters and Star Wars detractors, returning balance to the force and bringing peace to the once maligned Star Wars universe. So, head back to the seedy underbelly of the bounty hunter wold with The Beta Boys as they talk more about The Mandalorian, the future of Star Wars, and of course, itsy-bitsy-beautiful-precious-adorable-little-bundle-of-wonderful Baby Yoda.
Uno also gives his take on Apple TV and their new slate of streaming series. Is it worth buying? Listen in to find out. We’ve got all that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Maybe its just the initial gleam and shine of our new toy. Perhaps we’re all just intoxicated by the nostalgic haze of our childhoods digitally laid out on our screens. But, Disney+ is FANTASTIC! Just sitting and scrolling through all of the amazing shows, movies, documentaries, cartoons, original series, etc…GUYS, DISNEY+ IS WORTH EVERY PENNY! The Beta Bros go through the new streaming service and review it from top to bottom. From its interface and accessibility to its massive library of content, The Beta Boys offer up their thoughts and recommendations to make your Disney viewing easier.
The KON also kicks off the show with a quick recap and review of the new original series The Mandalorian. The guys go deep into the style of the show, the future implications, and of course, SPOILERS! So beware.
The Beta Report is LIVE from Gnomon, School of Visual Effects, Video Games & Animation in Hollywood, CA for Creature Night, hosted by Artisan Social Club. The KON and Jay had the pleasure of interviewing three amazing artists, the likes of which have worked on things like: Stranger Things, God of War, Ready Player One, Ninja Turtles, Justice League, and Star Wars, just to name a few. Gary Villarreal, Dela Longfish, and Jared Krichevsky join The Beta Bros to talk about their previous work, their current projects, and give tips to aspiring artists who are looking to break into the art and entertainment industry. They also talk pupusas, backpacks, and corny B Movie classics. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
This episode was recorded live from Stage 01 at Gnomon.
Where to find our guest’s online:
Gary Villarreal/@villarrte on Instagram
Dela Longfish/@dlongfish on Instagram
Jared Krichevsky/ @monstermash042 on Twitter and @JaredKrichevsky on Instagram
There’s a saying i love to drop every time I talk about female heroes in movies and TV.: The Future is Female! And nothing fills me with more joy than seeing that come to fruition. As films shift their gaze towards strong, intelligent, fearless females, we, I, proud father of a budding female hero in the making aka my daughter, i revel in the new of a brand new group of female fighters that Hazel can look up to. So, in this episode, we look at the Femme Fatale and all of the new casting news just released regarding some well known female figures.
We also talk Matt Reeves’ Batman, a new PICK OF THE WEEK, and a special announcement for this weekend. Check out the info below for more details on that! But, we have all that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
The Beta Bros review one of the most highly anticipated films of the year: Joker. They discuss the movies darker tone, the brutal violence, and whether the final scene worked or not. They also discuss different theories swirling around about the ending and the Joker’s origins. The Beta Bros also take down the John Wick extended universe and whether we need that or not. Finally, The Beta Boys get prepped for this week’s PICK OF THE WEEK: El Camino, A Breaking Bad Movie. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @Thebetareport, get more info at thebetareport.com and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts.
Back to the Future, Die Hard…Blood Sport? There are a few movies out there that should never be remade. And, one of those films is, The Princess Bride. It’s just inconceivable! But, of course, rumors are swirling that this might be the next classic film in line for a new adaptation. The Beta Bros weigh in on the classic debate: TO Reboot or NOT to Reboot? But what about parody?
TBR also dives into some fresh DC Talk as the Joker reactions begin to storm in and new updates regarding James Gunn’s Suicide Squad just surfaced. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
As an entertainment podcast its our job…NAY! Our duty, to be well informed and to watch EVERYTHING. Well, that ain’t happening! We got kids! #Toddlers We got regular jobs! #MogulLife And, growing up, Citizen Kane was just the VHS tape in front of Schwarzenegger’s Commando and Conan The Barbarian at our local movie rental spot, Video Max. So, yeah, we missed a few things. Now with streaming networks springing up new shows and movies to watch almost everyday, its hard to keep up with everything that is out. But, we eventually get to them and this episode is dedicated to those shows or movies we were a little late to get to, but highly recommend.
It goes without saying that Joaquin Phoenix’s performance of the Joker looks fantastic. The tense anticipation surrounding this film is reaching meteoric levels, but has this new trailer actually hurt the hype? The Beta Boys dive into the twisted madness of Gotham and the Joker and its latest trailer and try to figure out if the Joker and its promotion has done enough to keep us excited. TBR also recaps all of the great stuff that just dropped at the D23 Expo. From Marvel, to Disney, to Star Wars, the Beta Bros were all thoroughly blown away by all of the announcements that were made in Anaheim, CA.
All that, and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Are you really safe? After Mindhunter Season 1, this question shouldn’t really be rhetorical. Can we really feel safe after this show let us peek inside the mind of these serial killers as effectively as it did? Ummm, NOPE! Season 2 of Mindhunter is here and The Beta Boys discuss why this show continues to be a Gold Medal/Top Tier Netflix Original.
If we’re making a list of all of the underrated actors in Hollywood, you guessed it, Karl Urban would be on it. He amassed an incredible filmography, and yet, i still feel like we’re just getting to know the scowled faced Aussie. So, we’re giving him his shine in this episode after another tremendous turn as Billy Butcher on The Boys.
We also review the next best action franchise: Hobbs & Shaw. We also discuss if a dude can rock a pink ring or not…if The Rock can, i say, YES! All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Is the hype surrounding Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood actually hurting the film? Uno’s seen Tarantino’s 9th film and his thoughts might surprise you. We also celebrate a hero, an icon and frequent guest of the show. It was Arnold Schwarzenegger’s birthday so we had to throw him his own Beta Bash.
We have all that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Now that we got that Marvel stuff out of the way, there is still so much more that Comic Con unleashed on the nerd world. We got a better look at Patrick Stewart as Jean Luc Picard in the new Star Trek show Star Trek: Picard. Is Picard the best Star Trek Captain, EVER?!?! Listen to find out our take. We then fly sky high for a little Top Gun, the new terminator, and HBO’s new series, Watchmen. Could this possibly be Game of Thrones’ successor? Listen to find out.
So, if you’re a little Marvel-fatigued, then this is the episode for you!
To say that the MCU owned Comic Con is a bit of understatement…they DOMINATED COMIC CON! The MCU completely obliterated obliterated everyone this weekend with a massive reveal of some of their upcoming Phase 4 movie releases, their Disney+ TV show line-up, and a few shocking surprises that no one was expecting. We’ll take a look at all of the new releases they announced and try our best to figure out where the MCU is headed as they continue to reign supreme at the top of the entertainment heap. And, we wouldn’t be able to tackle such a Herculean task if The Beta Report wasn’t at full strength…Uno is finally back from his Grecian Expedition with the might of Zeus and a renewed power in his loins! We’ve got all that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Do you remember the first time your parents heard you cuss or caught you flipping off your TV after raging over the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Sega Genesis game when you were five years old? I DO! And it was…awkward. Almost as awkward as Latino comedians, classic movie remakes, and crying in the theater as you watch the live action Lion King movie, which, coincidentally are all things we are talking about on today’s special “Mixed Bag of Amazingess” episode.
I won’t bore your with a long winded description for this one. The first 30 seconds of this episode says it all! We’re in for a wild-winding-ride on this episode. Disney, Spider-Man, Stranger Things Season 3…and yes, beautiful, beautiful music!
All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Summer is here and The Beta Bros are back! We all took some long over due vacations all across the world, but now, the summer blubber is out and the bellies are jiggling as The Beta Bros get ready to rock their bathing suits up and down your podcast feeds.
The Beta Boy's have carefully crafted a refreshing pack of new movie reviews for Toy Story 4 & Child’s Play (2019). We also rank ALL of the Spider Man movies as Spider-Man: Far From Home is now in theaters. We also brew a crisp list of recommendations for the summer. Its our ESSENTIAL SUMMER MOVIE LIST. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of, The Beta Report.
DC for all its rich lore, storied history, and decades of comic book triumphs, is still trying to find its way out of Marvel Studio’s shadow. But, with the recent success of movies like Shazam! and Aquaman and the criminally underrated DC Universe slate of shows including Doom Patrol, DC is finally starting to dig itself out of the murky stinking bog of mediocrity and public appeal. Couple that with all of the upcoming DC projects headed our way like: James Gunn’s Suicide Squad, Joaquin Phoenix’s The Joker, and the Robert Pattinson led Batman movie, I think it was time for TBR to break out The DC Talk! Are you down? Stay tuned to find out what we think about all of the upcoming DC projects and the pruned, sheered, and cancelled Swamp Thing. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of, The Beta Report.
A battle of two kings! These two titans battle it out on today’s podcast. Its The KON vs. Godzilla King of the Monsters, and only one will make it out alive…Who will survive?
We also bring back our PICK OF THE WEEK with two fresh new picks you know you guys wont want to miss. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
A long time ago on a podcast far, far away...THE BETA REPORT! visited Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland in Southern California, and they’re now ready to share their experience of this new wondrous and enthralling land. That’s right, The KON has been to Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge and he’s here to give us all of the juicy little details that we all want to know before the new attraction opens to the public on June 24, 2019. From blue milk to droid building, this massive new park left The KON wanting more, but he’ll give us his run down on the Do’s and Dont’s and what three things you definitely have to do!
We’ve got all that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Summer is finally here! Cue in “Sunflower” by Post Malone & Swae Lee, for what will undoubtedly continue to be the anthem of this year’s summer fun. The Beta Boys whip out their immaculate dad bods and bikinis to bring you their most anticipated must watch movies and TV shows of the summer. From Netflix Originals to giant tent-pole blockbuster movies, TBR has their 8 must see movies and shows of Summer 2019.
The first minute of this episode will shock you! Could Will Smith possibly have done a better job as the genie than Robin Williams? Jay’s seen the newest Disney live-action remake: Aladdin, and what he says will surprise you. We also offer up some shiny little Netflix gems still left to mine that may have gone unnoticed or buried under the hype of less interesting shows. The Beta Bros dig up some new, old, foreign and awesome selections for your binge watching pleasure. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Regardless of your feelings towards the last season of Game of Thrones, with this cultural behemoth now gone, its left a Tormund sized hole in our hearts as well as our Sunday evening TV watching schedule. Well, like the title says, we got more for that hole! The Beta Bros have scoured the annals of entertainment to find several shows we’re looking forward to seeing. Shows that we think you’ll love and could potentially cram content into that giant gap GOT left us with.
Oh and we also can’t leave without talking about the new, shiny and sparkly announcement: We’ve got a new Batman. Is it who we would have picked? Is it an inspired choice? Will history repeat itself and will an odd casting choice actually turn out to be one of the greatest depictions of the caped crusader? So many questions…but, we’ve got your answers on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
There has never been four letters strung together and emphatically spoken aloud that can completely embody someone as much as: “WHOA” and Keanu Reeves (Well, I’m sure Samuel L. Jackson fans may beg to differ). He masterfully wields each letter like a precisely placed John Wick bullet into our brains, delivering the emotional kill-shot that we all know Reeves can deliver (insert sarcasm here). John Wick 3: Parabellum is out this week, so we wanted to take some time to celebrate the man, the myth, the legend Keanu Reeves.
But, precision be damned! We’re also here for dragon fire, awkward character choices, and undeserved deaths. That’s right, we’re talking Game of Thrones, Season 8, Episode 5: The Bells. We got all this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Lets all just take a collective deep breath…Ok, so Disney really does own everything doesn’t it? We’ve heard the cries of the people, we understand that we focus a lot on Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, etc….but can you blame us? That is all stuff that is currently going on in the world today. Mickey Mouse really is Thanos! So, today, this is our Anti-Disney show. We’re talking about anything and everything that ISN’T DISNEY! From new movies, shows and even other podcasts we think you guys should check out, this show has a little something for everyone’s binging pleasure. We’ve got all this and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
The new trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home was just released and its amazing. Its so great, it even needed its own Spoiler Warning for Avengers: Endgame. That alone should tell you how important the events of FFH will be for the MCU moving forward as our heroes try to piece their world (…and/or Universe…dimension?!?!) back together. We got all of your theories, predictions, and nitty gritty geeky details that you might have missed. So, take a deep dive into the Spider-verse with us and lets try to climb our way out of this spider’s web together, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Last week completely wrecked us. With Game of Thrones’ Battle of Winterfell and Avengers: Endgame both premiering in the same week, our poor little hearts could barely contain themselves. But, after 11 years, 21 movies later, its all led us to this [Cue the Avengers Theme song in your mind]: ENDGAME! We’ve got your spoiler filled review HERE, so listeners beware. We are leaving it all on the wire and we discuss who laid their life down on it and didn’t make it out alive. All that and so much more, on this special episode of The Beta Report.
Winter is here! War is here! THE END IS HERE! That's right, The Beta Bros have stared the Night King in the face and only The KON survived. We mourn the loss of Jay and Uno... SIKE!
The Beta Boy's react to one of the most anticipated television series events of the last decade, The Battle of Winterfell and the clash between the living and the dead on Game of Thrones. We have your spoiler filled review of the episode, we go through what we liked, what surprised us and what we think will happen in the remaining episodes as the series draws near and near to its end. It's a packed episode and you don't want to miss out on any of it.
Guys…we’re in the endgame now. And, that’s not just in reference to the new Avengers movie, but for all movies and how we enjoy watching them. The Infinity Saga has completely redefined our movie going experience and the sheer thought of what the MCU/Marvel Studios has been able to accomplish is amazing. To put it plainly, there has been at least one marvel movie in theaters for the past 11 years!!! So, for that, we’re not only going to talk about Endgame, we also want to take the time to celebrate the saga and look back at the last 11 years/21 movies and recount some of our favorite characters, moments, quotes, etc. All leading to our Endgame Prep. You don’t want to miss this episode.
Long have we waited for the arrival of Season 8 of Game of Thrones. Now its here and The Beta Report has all of the dragon riding, white walking, awkward Bran staring details! The Beta Boys react to the first episode and share their favorite moments and also offer up some very bold predictions for some of our favorite characters.
AND!!! We have an exclusive first time ever interview with none other than your favorite thesbian dragon: DROGON, the dragon! Yes, we actually have a dragon on the show, and you wont believe what he has to say about Kit Harrington. We have all this and so much more on today’s episode of The Beta Report.
Disney has just bought this episode. Disney has also just bought our entire childhood, our children’s childhoods, and all of our futures. This episode is all about Disney. We got all of your details on The Mouse’s new streaming service: Disney+. From the low subscription amount, the upcoming release date, and all of the content that’ll be available from day one. We also react to the first Star Wars: Episode IX trailer, The Rise of Skywalker. What does that title mean? Was that the Death Star’s remains? And, is the Emperor, still, alive?
We got all that and so much more on this week’s episode of, The Beta Report.
Last week we asked: Has DC Figured it out? This week, we may have gotten a pretty definitive answer to that question. SHAZAM has electrified audiences with its lighthearted family friendly shenanigans. But, is that enough to regain confidence in the DCEU? Listen in and find out what The Beta Bros think.
We also dive into the Tango & Cash Effect. Never heard of it? Maybe its ‘cause we just made it up…but it doesn’t make the science of unlikely pairings leading to hilarious and often iconic movies any less true. Pure facts people: Kumail Nanjiani, Dave Batista, and Stuber are here to prove our theory right. All this and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
We are very close to making this question rhetorical…but, has DC finally figured it out? Are these new Zack Snyder-less movies any good? Should we be excited for The Joker and Shazam? The Beta Boys answer all these questions and some. We also say his name in a brand new GO/NO GO. Should you go watch Shazam this weekend? Listen to find out what we think.
But never mind all that…ENDGAME TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! We’ll talk about all of the online madness and touch on the final trailer as we inch closer and closer to April 26th. We also have recommendations coming out our ears from start to finish. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
What is one thing that characterizes the entire month of March: MADNESS. With The KON’s birthday, the release of Jordan Peele’s US and College Basketball’s most important tournament, the world is consumed with madness. In today’s episode, we’ll take a look at the new horror classic US to give you guy’s a little preview of the movie and what you should expect. We also talk a little basketball and rank our favorite basketball movies of all time. Is Space Jam really a basketball classic? Is Teen Wolf actually a basketball movie? We’ve got all this and so much more on this episode of The Beta Report.
This episode is all about or glorious host, founding member, and Beta Bro…The Magnificent KON! We scoured the history books and have lined up a few tales of valor and bravery from The KON’s past to trace back the events that made Jeff, The King of the Nerds. From punching a fat kid’s braces, climbing volcanoes, to avenging the loss of his best friend’s skateboard, all of these stories are true and extraordinary. So, come me lords and ladies, raise your glass as we celebrate thine King of Nerdom: THE KON!
If you’re not going to watch Captain Marvel this weekend, don’t fret! Netflix has a lot of brand new choices this month to hold you down until Endgame, including, our PICK OF THE WEEK: Triple Frontier!
Netflix is jammed packed with a lot of great streaming choices this month, and the Beta Bros have the official guide to your next Stream Come True. Listen to find out what else you should be watching this month. We’ve got all this plus so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Captain Marvel is here and The Beta Bros have your spoiler-filled review of our cosmic avenger. The Kon, Uno, and Jay breakdown the movie and look forward past End Game and theorize what Captain Marvel means for the MCU moving forward. You wont believe this theory we came up with…can a secret invasion still be in the works? You’re gonna have to listen to find out.
Captain Marvel is finally HERE! But, before you hit the theaters, make sure and check out our Captain Marvel Preview show to get you ready for all of the cosmic mayhem that this noble-warrior-hero will be raining down on everyone’s face!
We also have our initial reactions to the new X-Men: Dark Phoenix trailer. Is the Phoenix story line just not meant to be adapted into live action? Will this be doomed to repeat the same failures of the horrid Last Stand? Listen in to find out!
Celebrity depravity is typically something we stayed away from. But, when Pete Davidson started dating Kate Beckinsale, the Beta Boys just couldn’t stay quite any longer. In this episode, we’ll be talking all about our buddy Pete, the return of a group we never knew left, and the unfortunate passing of Hollywood heartthrob Luke Perry.
We’ll also breakdown the new Game of Thrones Season 8 trailer and completely lose our minds over what to expect! Will the prophecy come to pass and will Arroz en Ajo rise from the smoldering pot of khaleesi’s dothraki soup? Listen to find out. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of: The Beta Report.
For this year’s Oscar’s Review Show, The Beta Report is going host-less, too. So this is an hour long episode of just silence. SIKE. We’re breaking down all of the surprises and snubs, the familiar and the refreshingly unfamiliar awards and choices. We also span the entire pantheon of Oscar winners and pick our #1 Favorite Best Picture Winner of all Time!
We’re all saddened by the sudden—yet expected—news that The Punisher and Jessica Jones are now officially cancelled. The general consensus is that they’ll more than likely return on Disney’s streaming service, Disney+ due out later this year (presumably in the fall). So, with Disney making a push at the streaming service game and Hulu as well as Amazon Prime releasing great original content, is Netflix a sinking ship doomed to go under? Is there enough original content on Netflix’s roster to keep you on their service? Are they doing a good enough job of supplementing what’s leaving with something as good and/or better? The Beta Boys tackle all these questions and more, including a review of one of those original series: The Umbrella Academy.
Plus another New Tune Tuesday, on Thursday…except on Friday. All that an so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Seldom do we take the time to honor the men who shaped our country and liberated us from the oppressive tyranny of foreign and domestic threats…to a degree. Yes, these men aren’t perfect and some aren’t even competent, but what they undeniably are, are the building blocks for compelling and entertaining movie characters. With that said, in honor of President’s Day, The Beta Boys give you the TOP 3 American Movie Presidents. You’ll be surprised at some of our choices.
Also, we play a little game called “Who Said It?” featuring none other than the inspiration for many movie characters—good and bad—President Donald Trump and a slew of movie villains, cartoon characters, and celebrities. “God Bless America, and nowhere else!”
Just like the sweater song, Weezer is a beautiful tapestry of our fragile and precious adolescence all wrapped up in a menagerie of teenage nostalgia. Add that deliciously warm garb to the collective coolness of past hits and iconic anthems and what you get is a Teal blanket that holds all of the enchanting possibilities of building an imaginary fort. All that to say, we’re talking about cover songs today.
And, the nostalgia thread knitting this episode together continues with The Beta Bros’ review of The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part.
Love is blind, but you don’t have to be when it comes to your Valentine’s Day movie choices. Love comes in many forms, so we wanted to celebrate 7 unconventional choices that will hopefully get the flames of love burning with your date. The Beta Bros also uncover a hidden in plain sight love virtuoso. You’ll be shocked to find out which group of films by the same director, we believe are the epitome of unorthodox romance movies.
Jay also offers a few choices that you may want to stay away from if you wish to really impress your date. HINT: Stay away from anything that has an MMA fighter as its star or has the word “Darkness” in its tile. You’re welcome. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
This episode is Sicko Mode, is gonna be Sicko Mode, is going Sicko Mode….??? We honestly have no idea how to use this word. Our age is definitely showing here. But, thankfully, we booked some teenage experts aka The KON’s kids, to walk us through the proper way of using: “Sicko Mode”. And old meets new, as The Beta Boys dust off some TBR classics with a new edition of GO/NO GO (The Prodigy & The Lego Movie 2) and A STREAM COME TRUE where we try to narrow down all of the HULU, Netflix, Amazon Prime shows or movies you should be watching.
To the most homicidal iteration of Batman we’ve ever seen…we bid you farewell. As we say goodbye to Ben Affleck, our cleft chin crusader, we ask the one question on everyone’s mind: So, who’s next? Who can or should step into the cape and cowl and be the next Batman?
We also step into another dimension, where time stops and TV shows no longer get rebooted. The Beta Boys react to Jordan Peele’s upcoming reboot of the horror/sci-fi classic The Twilight Zone. There’s also a report about LOST getting the reboot treatment. But, do we need it though? We take a look at the upcoming reboots and we also offer up some of our suggestions for some reboots that we’d love to see. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Ladies and Gentlemen, The Beta Report is proud to present…THE RANDOM TOPIC GENERATOR. [Cue cheesy game show music!!!]
The Beta Bros wanted to shake things up this episode. Instead of having a set agenda, we took several random topics that we each wanted to talk about, through them into our high-tech Random Topic Generator, and just let it rip! It goes from Joker to Candyman and Ted Bundy to…Miss Bala?!?! This show is going to be bonkers.
In case you guys haven’t heard, GLASS has made more than $100 Million Dollars in the box office to date. It only took $20 Million to make. That’s insane! But, it is good though? Did we really need this trilogy 18 years after Unbreakable first burst onto the scene? And the twists…were they effective or is it all just played out now? The Beta Bros take a deep dive into M. Night Shyamalan’s introspection of the superhero genre to give you guys their impressions, likes, and dislikes.
We also talk about Glass’ main competition last weekend with the return of our favorite gun wielding vigilante Frank Castle in Netflix’s The Punisher, Season 2. Jay also gives his thoughts on the third season of the HBO thriller: True Detective. Its a packed show!
Plus, the return of the New Tune Tuesday, on Thursday…except when its on Friday! All of this, and so much more on today’s episode of The Beta Report.
The 2019 Oscar nominations were revealed this week. Movies ranging from Netflix Originals to the powerhouse studio mainstays were all well represented in every category of this year’s noms. But, none more surprising than Black Panther receiving a Best Picture nomination. Will Oscar trade his gold for vibranium and award Marvel’s smash hit with Hollywood’s highest honor? Would an Oscar win lend any further validity to comic book movies as not just “good fun” but also great films? The Beta Bros discuss this year’s nerd-filled Oscar nominations and discuss whether Hollywood is finally acknowledging comic book movies as culture defining films.
We talk all this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
No, this isn’t the Beta Report’s new NBA-centric podcast about great rebounders in NBA history. It’s just a clever title. Although, that would be a pretty great idea. File away for later (Patent Pending)…This is however one of those moments where the universe just aligns things for you perfectly and you have no choice but to bring it to light: Punisher+Glass=Jigsaw…this stuff writes itself!
Anyway, on today’s episode the Beta Boy’s preview two of their most anticipated releases of 2019: The Punisher Season 2 and M. Night Shyamalan’s GLASS! There are a lot of things on the line for these two releases, like is M. Night Shyamalan’s resurgence for real or is he destined to fall back into mediocrity? And, is The Punisher the next Marvel Netflix show in the cancellation cross-hairs no matter how great it is? We answer all of these questions and give our thoughts regarding the poor reviews and terrible Rotten Tomatoes score GLASS has right now…35%!!! YIKES.
All that and so much more on this Friday edition of The Beta Report.
Spider-Man: Far From Home has just released its first trailer. Just in time for The Beta Report to rip it to shreds and give you every little detail you might have missed, like: Is Mysterio a wizard from Kamar Taj, where Dr. Strange also learned his magic? Is that the Spider-Noir suit? Is this a different Spider-verse? We also build up a few theories, re-work timelines, and travel to different dimensions…SUPER NERD STUFF! We’re getting all up in it. Any questions you might have, I’m sure we’ve got the answers. We’ve got all that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Other than our smartphones, I don’t think there has been anything more culture defining than: Netflix. The media streaming giant has consistently poured out hit after hit, creating some of the most entertaining and memorable shows and movies of our time like Stranger Things, Orange is the New Black, Roma, and Bird Box, to name a few. Netflix has not only grown from a mere movie rental service, it is categorically shaping our history and rewriting the zeitgeist as we know it.
But, as Netflix continues to nab its share of A-List stars, Oscar worthy directors, and fueling our entertainment driven lives…is Netflix worth having in 2019? Is Netflix Studios and the quality of its TV Shows and Films enough to leave other streaming services or major movie studios behind? Listen in as The Beta Boys let you now if you should keep your Netflix subscription or if there are some more “Magical” options coming up in the future. All that, and so much more on this episode of The Beta Report.
Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, Aquaman, Deadpool 2, Mission Impossible: Fallout, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Incredibles 2, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse, Hereditary, Halloween, Ready Player One, SOLO, A Quiet Place, Bird Box, Roma, A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody…2018 was a great year for entertainment! But with so much great, high-quality content endlessly flooding the entertainment landscape, what can we expect from 2019?
The Beta Boys, and yes, i do mean THE BETA BOYS (JAY, THE KON, and UNO!!!! are all in studio this week) layout their 2019 Entertainment Preview, scouring all platforms, movie studios, and TV Channels to compile what can easily turn out to be the best year in entertainment to date! Lofty claims? Click play and see if you agree with our must watch list for 2019.
The end is finally here. The Beta Report has to say goodbye…to Iron Man? Captain America? The Avengers as we know it? Avengers: Endgame’s trailer is here to bid farewell to our sanity. Listen as we break our heads trying to figure out what is going to happen to Tony, what’s up with Hawkeye’s new duds, and why wont they just buzz Ant-Man in?
Plus, another New Tune Tuesday, on Thursday, except when its on Friday!
Let’s try this again. We experienced some technical difficulties last week with the sound of the podcast, so we unfortunately had to pull it. Thank you to all of our friends and listeners who gave us a heads up about the episode. With that said, we had way too much to say about Captain Marvel to not address it one more time. So, here’s our (late) Captain Marvel Reaction Show! We give our first impressions and predictions for our new cosmic hero and what she means to the Avengers, namely one who might be stranded out in space as we speak.
From the deepest oceans to the clearest skies and everything in between, this December is jam packed with some highly anticipated movies that are sure to jingle our bells. From Aquaman to Marry Poppins, and even the body altering magic of Christian Bale in Vice, there is something that is sure to appeal to everyone this December.
We also have another New Tune Tuesday, On Thursday and Jay continues his moving watching tirade as he reviews the instant classic “The Christmas Chronicles” starring the legend, Kurt Russell. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Oye, a llegado un neuvo narco al Neh-flis, y bueno, está cañon. Asi que no manchen hijos de su amada madre y disfruten nuestra reseña de Narcos: Mexico.
And, for our non-spanish speaking friends: There’s a new cartel on Netflix that is ready to take over your binge watching territory. The KON and Uno give their review of Narcos: Mexico, and even get a little help from a very special guest on the TBR Hotline.
The Beta Boys also lose their minds as Jay went to the theater, 3 times(!!!) to watch three of the TOP 5 movies in theaters this week. All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
The Beta Bros get you ready for the weekend with two brand new reviews for movies to see in theaters or if you’d like to stay in and catch some Netflix. Jay reviews the highly anticipated Netflix film Outlaw/King. Is this better than Braveheart? The KON then reviews the new Bad Robot action horror film: Overlord. Could this be the best action movie of the year?
We’ve also got another New Tune Tuesday, On Thursday, a PICK OF THE WEEK, and so much more. All that on this Thursday (ON FRIDAY) episode of The Beta Report.
To the man, the myth, the legend…this episode is dedicated to the late great Stan Lee. Listen as The Beta Bros talk about the legend’s life and his impact on popular culture.
I guess one person, can make a difference.
‘Nuff said.
Its dead. Its gone. Its not like the zombies on TV. This time, what’s dead, stays dead…or will it? In all honesty, The Walking Dead has been a little stale for quite sometime now. As Uno so eloquently put it, off the air: “The premise is, stay alive. After 7 years, it gets old.” And while true, this premise has been a little tired, what made TWD so compelling were its characters and not their specific circumstances. Enter Judith Grimes! Can she be enough for fans to once again loyally scavenge and survive week to week like we did before? The Beta Bros dissect the current state of The Walking Dead and AMC’s current plan to send Rick Grimes on a three part movie adventure away from his new zombie slaying family.
Plus, we got a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK and a re-visit of last week’s New Tune Tuesday on Thursday featuring Adam Cruz’s “Role Modelz Wanted”. All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Get ready, as TBR sleep-walks the line straight outta’ Compton to give you guys 6 biopics designed as a requiem to make you bidi bidi bom bom all over your living. With Bohemian Rhapsody sitting at the top of box office this week, we wanted to dedicate this entire show to Biopics. Will La Bamaba beat out Ray on Jay’s list? Will The Jackson 5 moonwalk past The Temptations as The KON’s top pick? Check out this week’s episode to find out.
Has Michael Myers invaded the Marvel Universe? It appears as though a killer is on the loose, as more and more of the Marvel shows on Netflix are being picked off one by one. The Beta Boys talk about the implications of Iron Fist and now Luke Cage getting cancelled and what that might mean for the remaining Marvel shows: Jessica Jones and Daredevil.
Speaking of the devil, we also give you our SPOILER FREE REVIEW of Daredevil Season 3. And you might be surprised at what we thought! Could this possibly be the best Season yet? Listen to the episode to find out.
Micheal Myers is back…for the 100th time! After so many iterations of the “Personification of Evil”, do we really need to see another? Listen to find out if Halloween (2018) is a GO or NO GO. Plus, The KON reveals his deepest darkest nightmares to you with special guest, OUR MOM! She’ll confirm whether The KON’s nightmare fueled sleepwalking story is true, or did he just have to pee?
We also have another NEW TUNE TUESDAY, ON THURSDAY. And a fresh new batch of PICKS OF THE WEEK to head into your weekend like a champ. All that and so much more, on this week’s second episode of The Beta Report.
What if Samuel L. Jackson is the most powerful human/mutant/hero/villain we’ve ever known? Could he be the key to bridging all franchises together? Is his super power being in every movie known to man? Find out in today’s brand new episode, where we talk about his upcoming movie: GLASS.
The Beta Boy’s also talk about Iron Fist getting KO’d and cancelled on Netflix, plus a new TOP 5. All this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
We just saw Venom, and we might be in love. Click below to hear our SPOILER FREE REVIEW of Venom, fresh from watching it in the theater. We talk about what we liked, what we hated, and whether Venom was the most charming and endearing alien to land on Earth since ET. We also discuss future plans and where our 10 foot tall man eating parasite can go from here. Is Carnage or Spider-Man next? Listen here to find out.
Venom is officially in theaters and we have the perfect preview for you before you head out to watch it. We also break down whether the rumors are true…Is the incredible Woody Harrelson really going to be….You’re going to have to listen to find out.
The Beta Bros also search through Netflix and Amazon to offer up their scary edition of a Stream Come True. BUT!!!! You’ll be truly terrified at Gabe’s horrifying choice currently stalking you on HULU. Listen to find out what twisted streaming torture may be slithering into your living room right now!
Finally, TBR throws out the PICK OF THE WEEK and replaces it with their first ever: COMPROMISE OF THE WEEK. Fellas, you’re welcome. Plus, another New Tune Tuesday, on Thursday.
The new trailer for X-Men: Dark Phoenix just dropped, and The Beta Boys react to the second onscreen appearance of the Phoenix and her friends. We don’t want to say it. But, we feel like we need to. Is the X-Men franchise dipping into lackluster DCEU territory? Listen to find out.
Oh and…GABASONIC aka Gabe Ruth aka Gabe Swanson aka Gaba-daba-do…Gabe is back! Gabe sits down with the Beta Bros one more time to talk about the X-Men and Dark Phoenix, but he also shares about his new Youtube channel and his new super hero friends. All this and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
You’re not well. But, The KON has the solution for you. Listen to his review of MANIAC, the newest Netflix Original Limited Series starring Jonah Hill and Emma Stone.
The Beta Bros also inspect the current state of the Marvel & FOX merger. Diagnosis? Listen to find out.
We also have a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK, plus another New Tune Tuesday…on Thursday…but its actually Friday! *Working Title All that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
It might be coincidental, or clearly scientific, and perhaps a bit mystical, regardless of how you’d like to classify it, one thing remains true: THE BETA REPORT EFFECT IS REAL! They've often joked about the power of the TBR Effect, but now even we are beginning to believe it. The Beta Bros react to the astonishing ways The Effect has worked its entertainment magic in so many ways this week. From the sudden swell of Joaquin Phoenix as The Joker images and videos flooding our streams, to The House with a Clock in its Walls hitting the top spot on the TOP 5, we’ve developed the Midas Touch and we’d like to share the wealth.
The KON also reacts to a movie he may or may not have seen, as a brand new Bumblebee Trailer buzzed its way onto the internet. Plus, there are some creepy things going on in the TBR studio today…and Jay blames The Nun! Listen to find out if The Beta Bros made it out of this episode alive.
A psychopath, a sadist with a twisted sense of humor, the antithesis of sanity…is this describing The Joker or Joaquin Phoenix? Well now, its actually both. We just got our first glimpse of Phoenix as “Arthur” or the man who one day becomes The Clown Prince of Crime for the upcoming Joker origin movie. The Beta Boy’s react to his casting and where we think Phoenix ranks among all of the other actors who have portrayed “The Man Who Laughs” before him.
We also have a brand new Go No Go featuring an Eli Roth movie meant for the entire family. The idea of that, is truly terrifying. We also have a fresh new PICK OF THE WEEK and another New Tune Tuesday…on Thursday…On Friday! (We’re still working on the title for this one).
H I G H E R / F U R T H E R / F A S T E R / M O R E
The new trailer for Marvel’s first post Infinity War movie: Captain Marvel has just fallen from the skies and onto our screens and we are blown away! Strap in as we blast off into the cosmic realm and geek out over all of the Kree fighting, Skrull invading, Blockbuster crashing action that was shown in this epic trailer. Also, aside from just reacting to the trailer, we also offer up our own thoughts and theories of how this will connect to the Post Snap Era of Marvel films. Will Captain Marvel truly be the savior the Avengers—and the universe—truly needs? Listen to find out.
Oh, and we also talk about this thing called “The Emmy Awards”??? Your guess is as good as ours. We got all this and so much more, on this episode of The Beta Report.
With hidden clues, ancient civilizations, an iron serpent, and an international boogeyman, this Fall TV season is arguably more stacked than the upcoming movies coming out to close 2018. From Hulu to Netflix, FX to HBO, this year’s batch of Fall TV shows has your every binge watching need covered, and The Beta Boy’s break it all down to make sure you get to see everything worth watching on TV this fall.
We also have a “New Tune Tuesday…on Thursday” (we’re working on the name!) for you, a new batch of PICK(s) OF THE WEEK, and so much more on a new episode of The Beta Report.
The warm orange glow of Fall is slowly covering us like a well worn sweater. Summer is now a foregone memory and the adventures of the sun baked season call for the slow drawl of a forlorn autumn day. There’s nothing better on a cool autumn night than a good movie, and this Fall is chalk full of them! From Creed II, Widows, Ralph Breaks the Internet, to the hilarious misadventures of the new Will Ferrell and John C. Riley midcentury romp: Holmes & Watson, this fall is shaping up to be special. Listen in as The Beta Report breaks down all of the must see movies of the fall and, more importantly, the movies you should most definitely stay away from.
All that and so much more, on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Like with most things, it wouldn't really be The Beta Report if we weren't fashionably late...TO EVERYTHING! It's kind of our calling card. And though, timing is a factor for a movie's current relevance and impact, a great movie can always be judged by its timelessness and transcendent qualities. So, we've tirelessly scoured the pantheon of great movies that may have passed us by and compiled a few interesting choices of movies and TV shows that we missed on their initial release, but we highly suggest you watch. We're just a little late to the party, but the party never really gets started until we arrive. #TheBetaReportEffect #ItsReal
Also, we got a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK that is neither tame nor ordinary in any way.
From Allie and Noah in the Notebook, to Jim and Pam from The Office, some Movie and TV romances are too good to be make-believe. There are some timeless love stories in movies and television that transcend the confines of our screens and nestle deep in the warmest, most cuddliest parts of our hearts. We watch them and dwell on them, but then realize, its not real. But, what if, they weren't fake? What if, our favorite movie/TV romances could magically slip out of the screen, and just like the story of Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves actually getting married on the set of Dracula, their onscreen tales of love were actually, real? If this were the case, The KON and Jay give their favorite movie couples they wish could come true.
And, what's a good relationship without a few romantic rendezvous? A lovers getaway? A mid-summer soiree? Well, have no fear, because The Beta Bros have a few museum recommendations that will breath life into any love affair..while also satiating your hunger for adventure and excitement in the new world of dark tourism. There's nothing more romantic than the museum of ventriloquist dummies, Mexican mummy's, or Toilets in India! We got all this and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
There's no better way to prime your way to the weekend than a little Cardi B and your favorite Podcast hosts trying to sing the words to a song they don't know. Let's get it!
Nothing says Cardi B and the weekend more than...Disney movies? That's right, from Cardi B to Disney Princesses to Live Action Disney Classic Remakes, this episode has a little bit of everything, for everyone. We discuss the new wave of female representation in Disney movies and we also give our first impressions of the live action Mulan movie and the first look at the titular character that was recently released.
Plus, as always, we have a killer new batch of recommendations for this week's PICK OF THE WEEK, and so much more.
The Meg. This really just happened. Confirmation by this week's TOP 5, Action Stars still bring people to theaters. But, are our current action stars just raking in our money without creating iconic characters? Are Jason Statham and The Rock synonymous with any of their characters in the same way The Terminator and John McClain are synonymous with Arnie and Bruce Willy? The Beta Bros discuss.
Ladies and gentlemen, presenting: A TBR Joint. We bring you just a little bit of STATIC. A story about the right hand and the left hand, good and evil, love and hate: Blackkklansman and The Meg, Spike Lee and Jason Statham. The Beta Bros have a fresh new GO/NO GO featuring the return of the man, the myth, the legend: Spike Lee and his new film Blackkklansman. Does Spike have more juice than Statham to bring people to theaters? Is a great director more attractive than a great action star? The boy's discuss.
We also have a brand new STREAM COME TRUE featuring a Youtube channel you should all be following and a 90's action classic that we've all probably erased from our minds. And, for the first time, in a long time, we have a unanimous winner for this week's PICK OF THE WEEK. All that, and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Oh and remember...Always do the right thing. Got it? Got it. I'm gone.
Our last episode was all for the fellas. It was mustaches and fist reloads. But today, we got a little something for the ladies! That's right, TBR is singing all their way to Greece with Special Guest, Claudia Ruano who reviews the ABBA extravaganza musical Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. WARNING: There will be MAJOR SPOILERS! Is that, a ghost?
Jay also gives his review of the new Disney movie Christopher Robin. This heartwarming tale tackles some major issues about adulthood, vocation, happiness and imagination. Does Disney have another classic on their hands? Also, The KON shares his final thoughts on Mission Impossible: Fallout. Is it time for Tom Cruise to hang it up? Tune in to find out the answers to all of these questions.
We got all this and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Get ready to wear your most basic button-up in your closet and reload your fists, 'cause The Beta Report is giving you the keys to growing your mustache like Henry Cavill. Guys, you're gonna want to listen to this one. And Girls, get ready to swoon over the sound of cotton shirts flapping in the wind and wispy mustache hairs growing in seconds. We're talking about Mission Impossible: Fall Out and its going to be glorious.
Comic-Con 2018 was this weekend aaaannnnddd....Did anyone really care? The Beta Boys are back to talk about the underwhelming sensation we all got after this year's Comic-Con. Its a reminder of just how much Disney/Marvel/Lucasfilm mean to the convention and how its presence and/or absence is definitely felt. Or is it something else? Is the lack of new and creative ideas put at the forefront once the spectacle of Disney and friends aren't there to hide the mediocrity?
But, it wasn't all doom and gloom, there were a few standouts that actually shattered our boredom and blew our expectations out of the water! The KON, Jay, and Uno dive into their favorite trailers from the Con and point out a few gems that we should all be looking forward to with a new TRAILER PARK segment.
It's a Friday episode of The Beta Report and its about to get poppin'! So, throw your neighborhood up in the air and chill with The Beta Boys like you just don't care.
Today, The Rock, Adam Sandler, and Lakeith Stanfield square up like Deebo, Craig, and Smokey in a brand new GO/NO GO. Its Skyscraper vs. Hotel Transylvania 3 vs. Sorry to Bother You in a three way brawl for your money this weekend. Which is the best choice for you or your family this weekend? Listen up to find out. We also have a new PICK(s) OF THE WEEK, in case you're not planning to go to the theater this weekend.
The Beta Report...ASSEMBLE! We're back at full strength! Uno is in the studio. And, it couldn't be more perfect, as we review one of Marvel's best (Top 5?) movies of the year: Ant-Man and The Wasp. Beware: SPOILERS!
TBR also exposes it all. Their deepest, darkest, best kept secrets. We slide the silky veil aside to give you guys three shows people aren't watching enough. It's a brand new segment called The Beta Report's Hidden Gems, and it's going to get steamy...
1, 2, 3, 4, 5! We made it, with all of our fingers and toes! We barely survived the 4th of July fireworks, heavy chlorine exposure, and diet killing BBQ's. The holiday hangover is real, and I don't even drink! So, if you're like me and you need something to get you through the day, check out the SECOND of two episodes this week.
In this Post 4th of July show, TBR shares some of their 4th of July firework horror stories and Uno provides us all with a Method for Mayhem. The Beta Report also swarms in with a new GO/NO GO and the boys give their new PICKS OF THE WEEK. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Happy 3rd of July! The Beta Report is celebrating America by trying something a little different this week. We're gonna commemorate 'Merica by giving you TWO EPISODES IN ONE WEEK! What's more American than "Two for the Price of ONE"? The episodes will be 30 minutes long, perfect for your daily commutes on the Oregon Trail or if you're simply giving your pet Bald Eagle a bath. These bite-sized episodes are here to feed your podcast hunger like a fresh basket of Freedom Fries. They'll be up every Tuesday and Thursday, unless, Toddlers...You guys already know.
On today's episode, we got a new TOP 5 (movies at the box office), The KON gives a quick review for the Netflix Original Show, GLOW Season 2, and Jay, Uno, and The KON give you the perfect 4th of July Movies to watch this week. We've got all this and so much more on the FIRST OF TWO episodes this week, of The Beta Report.
Never has a King done more for his people than our very own King of the Nerds. In no place in time has a royal put in as many hours in sheer consumption of entertainment to ensure that his subjects are safe from boring, ill advised, or just flat out terrible shows or movies than The KON. From Netflix to Hulu, and TV to the theater, our sovereign Nerd has the answers to all of your geeky questions. This week, The KON decrees his reviews on two highly anticipated premieres: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom & Marvel's Luke Cage Season 2. He talks about the good, the bad, and the bland...are Marvel's Netflix shows getting a little, stale? Click the play button and find out.
The Beta Bro's also dive into a little Steven Seagal (Mixed Martial Arts Master?), a new TOP 5 and as always, there's a new top-rope-slobber-knocking-leg-drop PICK OF THE WEEK. All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
I think we can all relate with the title. For years, Pixar has figured out new and exciting ways to make us cry...and we love it! Whether its 30 minutes of robots lovingly musing and not speaking a word, introducing a couple's love and heartbreak in the first 10 minutes of a film, or allowing us to share one final emotional moment with our favorite toys. If Pixar movies don't make you feel a certain way by the end of each movie...you might want to check your pulse! So, with The Incredibles 2 shattering records and taking hold of the box office's top spot, The Beta Bros, The KON and Jay, offer up their 5 favorite Pixar movies. The results might make you un poco loco. They also offer up their 5 LEAST favorite Pixar movies, which was actually harder to do than expected.
They also have a brand new TOP 5 box office list with a brief Incredibles 2 review by Jay, a brand new bullet proof choice in this week's STREAM COME TRUE, and a new savage PICK OF THE WEEK comes roaring through. All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Never mind the clickbait title, I think there is some truth to this. In one corner, there is a family of heroes that waited 14 years to release a sequel. In the other, we have a team of heroes who became a family, that spent 10 years doing nothing but releasing sequels. And, though we've grown up with both groups, there is a certain fondness for The Incredibles that is nestled deep in my Pixar loving heart. Knowing what Toy Story 3 was able to emotionally pull from me, I can already tell that The Incredibles can, and undoubtedly will, do the same. So, can The Incredibles be better films than The Avengers movies? Listen to find out! So, on today's show, we dive into this week's GO/NO GO, which of course is: The Incredibles 2. We also break down this week's TOP 5, including the twisted and wholly terrifying new horror classic, Hereditary. Jay also gives his quick Ocean's 8 review. Make sure and stay tuned to this week's blog to read his full review. Finally, we have a brand new Trailer Park. All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
SOLO has smuggled its way into theaters and lets just say, people are having a bad feeling about this. There's been a lot of nerd rage surrounding this film and the visceral reaction by the Star Wars community has never been more hostile. But, is SOLO: A Star Wars Story really as bad as people are making it out to be? Is SOLO not worth watching? Is SOLO: A Star Wars Story truly a flop?
This week, The Beta Bros send Uno off on his Money Heist vacation as he hustles his way through the mean streets of Spain. So, while he's gone, the KON and Jay are here to cut through the nerd noise and give you guys a spoiler filled review of SOLO. Nothing goes on touched as the Bros take on what they loved about the film and what they hated. They also ponder which direction can Star Wars go from here, and are we willing to take that ride. Plus, we have a new PICK OF THE WEEK and we are also proud to present our One Minute Tangent segment sponsored by MoviePass (Not Really. MoviePass is not an official sponsor of The Beta Report...but they can be. Hit us up MP!!!). All that, and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
The Beta Report has a packed show today. The KON has seen Deadpool 2 and he does a deep dive into the movie and gives his SPOILERY review. They also preview this weeks only GO/NO GO option, Solo: A Star Wars Story. The boys break down this movie and let you know what to expect and whether this is actually going to be good. Have expectations kind of turned the tide for TBR? Plus, Jay offers up his Willow/Solo parallels and how Young Val Kilmer is the key to Solo's success.
And, finally, what you've all been waiting for, The Beta Report has your exclusive interview with the legendary Wookie warrior, Chewbacca! We are excited to have him on the show and he offers a lot of interesting information regarding his co-star Harrison Ford, and he also talks about his other acting jobs that you might not be aware of. So much good stuff! Plus, we have another TOP 5, plus a brand new batch of PICKS OF THE WEEK. All that and so much more on this weeks episode of The Beta Report.
Hey you chimichanga loving, bullet guzzling, sword erecting movie nerds! Its our Deadpool 2 preview and its about to get steamy. The Beta Report bares all and Full Monty's the facts on Cable, X-Force, and your favorite Merc with a Mouth. We breakdown everything you need to know about the most anticipated movie since Sharknado 2.
We also have a brand new TOP 5, a pretty flimsy GO/NO GO, and The Beta Report breaks new ground and introduces their own derivative crime fighting team comprised of three unlikely heroes prepared to fight crime with their own unique powers and brunch cooking skills! Plus, a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK! All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Should I stream or should I go? Avengers: Infinity War or Life of the Party? As we hit a bit of a lull in theaters as far as new releases and though Netflix and other streaming services are now flooded with great content, figuring out what to watch has gotten harder and harder to do. Well, don't fret! The Beta Report has your golden ticket to a perfect entertainment filled weekend!
This week, we go over the TOP 5 movies still in theaters and debate whether any of those are worth another watch [Wink wink]. Plus, we got a brand new GO/NO GO and a fresh STREAM COME TRUE. All this and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Finally, the wait is over. Avengers: Infinity War is finally here and The Beta Report has your comprehensive review of this massive sequel to one of Marvel's most compelling sagas. We discuss what were our favorite moments, which character had the best performance, what were the most shocking surprises in the film, and whose predictions were right and what does that mean for Avengers 4. There's so much to unpack in this movie, so lets get started. Click the link below to listen to The Beta Report's Review of Avengers: Infinity War right now!
Its finally here! By the time this episode posts, we'll be three days away from Avengers: Infinity War, and with so many questions still swirling around, like: What is The Black Order? Which character will die? Where are all of the Infinity Stones? The Beta Report has you covered! Check out our Infinity War preview, which should answer all the questions you might have before diving into a film that has been 10 years in the making.
We also give you guys the three Marvel movies that you MUST WATCH in order to get an idea of where our heroes are and where they've been before clashing with the mad titan, Thanos. And, we also get some help from our IT consultant, Gil. He likes pistachios...All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Despite our recommendations to stay away, The Rock still came out victorious at the box office this week. Rampage took the number one spot, beating out A Quiet Place, Truth or Dare, Ready Player One and Blockers. But, with all of his success, can The Rock actually be the new flop king? Check out this week's episode to see if The Rock takes the crown or if someone else currently sits on the throne.
This week its all about flops! From the conventional choices: Nick Cage, Mars Needs Moms, Gerard Butler. To the surprise failures: Man From U.N.C.L.E., Keanu Reeves, King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. We break down all of the expected and unexpected failures in film history. We also have a brand new Top 5 and a fresh batch of PICKS OF THE WEEK. We got all that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Arnold schwarzenegger, Tom Cruise, Will Smith...these titans ruled over all other actors for years at the box office. At the height of their powers, their draw at the box office was pretty undeniable. People flocked to movies that starred any one of these guys and we were all happy to throw money at their feet. But, as Marvel and the rise of comic book movies have sort of monopolized over the box office, which one actor could be the next Box Office Champ? Well, The Beta Report throws down in the ring and drop kicks each other's choices until one contender is left standing!
We also have a brand new TOP 5, which includes Acri-mo-nee..Ah-cri-mo-nye...You know what we're saying. A new cataclysmic GO/NO GO featuring a box office champion contender, and, as always, a new PICK OF THE WEEK. We've got all that, and...SO MUCH MORE. Keep it locked here for a new episode of The Beta Report.
Ready Player One, you did it! With the exception of the KON, who had all of the faith in the world for this movie, Jay and Uno both had their reservations. Well, we're glad to admit that WE WERE WRONG. Ready Player One was a great movie and we'll be diving into what we loved, what we wished we would have seen more of, and what we got totally wrong.
We also have a brand new edition of the MAGIC MOVIE CRYSTAL BALL, A STREAM COME TRUE, and Uno shares the most amazing Atlanta-Inspired "Bibby Story" you'll ever hear. We have all this and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Special guest Jorge Valdes sits down with us to talk about his first Young Adult Novel Series, Magnus Manheart: The 5 Staffs of Justice. Jorge takes us into his fantasy world and discusses his creative process, the current state of the book, the series, and how his daughter was the motivation behind it all. We also talk about Magnus Manheart and how it evolved from a father's promise, to a 250 page story, to his future plans of making this the next great book-to-film-adaptation since Harry Potter.
We also have a brand new Top 5, with an exclusive review of Sherlock Gnomes by the talented, insightful, and breathtakingly beautiful Hazel Mae Ruano. A fresh GO/NO GO and a new PICK OF THE WEEK from all of the guys and special guest Jorge Valdes.
Over the last ten years, Marvel Studios has carefully crafted and produced an unstoppable Universe that continues to expand and dominate the entertainment world. We all know and love our Marvel heroes. Iron Man, Captain America, Black Panther, the Hulk...But, has anyone ever heard of Russell Sprouts & Copeye?!?! No! Because this is the birth of new characters from a new Cinematic Universe. One that will destroy the DCEU. One that will Completely overtake the MCU. One Universe that will stand alone when the dust has settled: THE CLIMACTIC UNO CINEMATIC UNIVERSE (CUCU)!
This episode will not only have your favorite segments like GO/NO GO, or our TOP 5 Rundown, but it will also have our reactions to the brand new Avengers: Infinity War trailer. We'll be answering YOUR questions about the trailer and/or the movie itself too. But, aside from all of that, this episode proudly unveils the beginning of Uno's Cinematic Universe and the adventures of Russell Sprouts & Bacon and the Mysterious Disappearance of Copeye. This episode is packed! So make sure and keep it locked, here, for this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the 90th Academy Awards...BETA REPORT REACTION! We've got a star studded evening for you filled with Hollywood's greatest stars including The KON who we all know from his groundbreaking performance as a pseudo-royal-genius who manages to rally an entire country behind his knowledge of nerdy things. We'll also have a special performance by the enigmatic but always spectacular, UNO doing a heartfelt rendition of "Hey Hey Hey (Goodbye)". Finally, we have Jay, the minuscule man who has adapted his miraculous story as a forever five year old in his eloquently documented blogs.
So, we have a great evening filled with the TOP 5 movies at the Box Office, another edition of Go/No Go and a Stream Come True, plus much much more. It's going to be a fantastic night filled with many great moments, in what will undoubtedly be a night to remember among the stars.
Come close. Closer...and look into our magic balls. Three of them in fact, as the Kon, Uno and Jay take you on a mystical journey through the lands of Magic March. Let us bewitch you with our March movie preview as the boy's breakdown the upcoming movies we think will be the standouts of this pretty stacked month. Take heed as well, as a tempestuous wind of reboots and remakes may come crashing down upon us in the near future. Stare at the glimmering, glistening, gleaming shine of our magic balls and wait and see if films like Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Scarface, The Crow, The NeverEnding Story, or Short Circuit should get a Reboot or, simply, just get The Boot!
First and foremost, WAKANDA FOREVER! Okay, now that I've got that out of my system, WAKANDA FOREVER!!! Okay, okay, The Beta Report has just seen Black Panther and we have our in depth and comprehensive review of the film in today's episode. Also, WAKA...no, really, we have a special guest making his Beta Report debut. Riel Phillips is an interactive motion and UX designer who currently works for IMDB. Most recently, Riel worked on the custom animation and design for the Black Panther IMDB Page. He shares his experiences working with IMDB, his thoughts on Black Panther, his tips on how to break into the digital marketing industry, and revel in the glorious moment we all become best friends.
We also have a fresh Top 5 of the week, Go/No Go, and of course, a new PICK OF THE WEEK. We have all that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
WAKANDA FOREVER! Black Panther is almost here and we've got everything you need to know about the masked hero in today's episode! From his powers, to the main villains, to our movie predictions, we've compiled a quick primer to get you ready for the first Marvel blockbuster of the year. We also touched on Jay's new blog and his review of the phenomenal Black Panther Album. We highlight some of our favorite tracks and the implications of certain tracks to the movie.
Have you guys ever realized how helpful the Super Bowl is for your love life? First, all of the trailers are there to simply guide you to your next date. From Solo: A Star Wars Story to Mission Impossible: Fallout. The Super Bowl movie trailers are like little beacons of light stringing together a road to a fruitful and romantic relationship. And, aren't all of the commercials just future gifts you can give your loved ones? Who doesn't want a fresh batch of Tide to use on their clothes, or a spontaneous gifting of Dorritos and Mountain Dew? It's all there people and The Beta Report is here to help you through the upcoming season of love.
This is our Valentine's Day episode, full of date ideas, gift suggestions, and stay at home movie/TV show recommendations for your cuddling pleasure. We also react to all of the Super Bowl trailers and commercials in a brand new TRAILER PARK and REACTION/ACTION segments. A fresh GO/NO GO with this weeks new movie releases and another STREAM COME TRUE. All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Award season is upon us! We've entered the time of year where we get to revel in the greatness of our current entertainment star's work(s). The time for accolades and ceremonies has begun to cascade over us and we've got our initial reactions and predictions for the recent Grammy Awards and the upcoming Oscars. We also have a ton of new segments that we hope will help you and your viewing needs. From what is or what isn't worth seeing at the theater this weekend to what you we're watching on Netflix and why you should be watching it too.
Plus, we've got a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK, a lot of singing in this episode, and an interesting message from Number 45. Listen to the episode to find out what that is...
We've got all that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
When you're struck with a jolt of fear and the thunderous charge of danger is shockingly near. Worry not, as the electrifying duo of Black Lightning and Pun Man are here to light your darkest nights! Okay, that is about as punny as I can get without throwing up. But, this is our show in a nutshell. We review the CW's brand new super hero show Black Lightning's first episode. Are the characters compelling? Is the villain a real threat? Is this show Beta Approved? You'll have to listen to find out.
And, as the CW universe of DC characters continues to expand, we discuss what movie or TV universe we'd most like to live in. Would Uno like to live in the MCU to assume his secret super hero identity: Pun Man? Would the Kon want to meet the alternate Khan in the Star Trek Universe? Am I going to Never-land so that I can really be Forever Five?!? You'll just have to listen to find out.
We also decided to extend last week's SECRET WORD CHALLENGE for one more week! We also have a new SECRET WORD CHALLENGE for this week that would effect our blog. Plus, as always, we have a new...no, we have THREE PICKS OF THE WEEK for you to check out. All that and many many more puns, and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
The box. Telly. Small screen. The tube. The boob-tube. TV. Television. We all have one. Or two, or three. We even carry one in our pocket now! The way we consume TV shows today, has changed dramatically in the last couple of years. With streaming services, cable channel apps, and video-sharing websites all providing access to what we could only get at a certain time in one particular place, has now opened up a world of opportunities to mind-numbingly binge every TV show that is out there. But, with all those possibilities now available to us, it might be hard to figure out what to watch, when to watch, and where to watch some of the new and returning shows in 2018. That’s where we come in. The Beta Report has done all your homework for you. They don’t call one of us the King of The Nerds for nothing. In today’s episode, we highlight some of the best brand new shows coming out this year and we also look at some of our favorite returning shows like Jessica Jones, The Handmaid’s Tale and Atlanta.
We also have a new PICK OF THE WEEK and a challenge for all of our listeners…Listen in to see what that might be and what that might mean for Uno, Kon, and Jay. We got all that and so much more on this week’s episode of The Beta Report.
Happy New Year everyone! We hope you had a fun and safe holiday season with friends and family. Now, its our turn to celebrate with you as we look forward to kicking off the new year with a brand new show! But, before we dive head first into the new year, we want to look back at what 2017 had to offer.
Last year was such a great year in entertainment. From Logan to Wonder Woman, COCO to Get Out, Mindhunter to The Punisher, we had one of, if not, THE BEST year for movies and TV shows EVER. While some of you might consider that a bit of an exaggeration, its hard to deny that 2017 was, at the very least, one of the greatest years for comic book movies and TV shows we've ever had! Just look at this list: Wonder Woman, Logan, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Marvel's The Punisher on Netflix, Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2, The Gifted, Thor: Ragnarok, Legion, Justice League, etc. And that's just the comic book related stuff. The list can go on and on if we consider the other greats (cough cough...STAR WARS, Stranger Things: Season 2, IT...cough cough).
So, click the link below to hear what we loved, hated, and regretted not seeing in 2017. We also give a brief look at what we're most excited for this new year, our PICK OF THE WEEK, and Uno's brand new impression (WAKANDA FOREVER). All that, plus so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
The Beta Bros have seen Star Wars: The Last Jedi and they couldn't wait to talk about it! So, they went straight from the theater to the TBR HQ and laid down this spoiler filled review. From who are Rey's parents, to Reylo, and the adorable Progs, The Beta Bros cover everything in this movie in ridiculous overstated enthusiasm. So, strap in and get ready to blast off to a galaxy far, far away in this all Star Wars episode!
It time for The Beta Bros...to end...So that THE BETA REPORT can finally return to full strength. That's right people, Uno, like exiled Luke, has felt the Force calling to him from a distance, and is now back! And, what better time to return, as we focus our force powers to try and tackle what will surely be one of the best movies of the year. That's right, this is our Star Wars: The Last Jedi Episode. But, that's not all. We also have our favorite art director, toy maker, Cudahy shaker and all around dope dude, Carlos Mendoza on today's episode too.
We're all in to discuss what we know, share theories, and make our predictions as well. Plus, we got our PICK OF THE WEEK and we also have our first sponsored episode....ever!
With that said, this episode is brought to you by Lucha Printing (@Luchaprinting; luchaprinting.com). Make sure to follow them on all Social Media sites and hit up our boy Hugo for all your printing needs. He hit us up with some amazing "Estar Guars" shirts that we will be sharing soon. Stay tuned.
Dread it. Run from it. But The Beta Report will always bring you a new episode! The Beta Bros are back and we're reacting to the record breaking Avengers: Infinity War Trailer. We go toe to toe with Marvel's most formidable foe and breakdown Bruce Willis in Space aka Thanos' every move. What does his presence mean for our heroes who currently possess an Infinity Stone? Where is the Soul Stone? Who will die? Who will survive? Is Jay's one sided bromance with bearded Captain America weird? We answer all of those questions and so much more.
We also revel in the magnificence of Pixar's newest hit movie: COCO. Jay gives us his review of both COCO and the Frozen short movie: Olaf's Frozen Adventure. ¡Y no manchen hijos, esta pelicula esta pero requete-buena! ¡Te lo juro!
Plus, we got TWO new PICKS OF THE WEEK for you! We got all that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
What’s thanksgiving without a few leftovers? And what’s a post-thanksgiving episode without some tofurkey talk and a little more Justice League thoughts? This week, we revisit last week’s Justice League discussion and touch on a few things that we didn’t have a chance to get to. Namely, the appearance of Joe Manganiello as Deathstroke, his stand-alone movie, The Legion of Doom, and the DCEU’s future. We also had to talk about Kevin Feige’s most recent comments about Avengers 4, and the most certain end of the current Marvel Cinematic Universe as we know it. Who will we see in the next phase? Which of our beloved heroes will make it out alive or simply fade away?
Happy (early) Thanksgiving! As we near the impending belly busting feasts that will reign down gargantuan gluttonous glory upon our guts, let the Beta Bros snap you out of your comatose state with our Justice League and Punisher SPOILER FREE reviews. Is Justice League as bad as the gluten free gravy your parents are making you eat? Is The Punisher as gruesome as your uncle eating all those mashed potatoes with his bare hands? Listen now to find out.
We also baked up a fresh batch of hot and ready to eat PICK(S) OF THE WEEK for all your possible Thanksgiving scenarios. Fed up with your family so you want to go out? We got a pick for that! Too tired and full to roll yourself off your couch to go to the theater? We got a pick for that! Fed up with your family, full, tired, so you want to go out, but you still want more turkey so you head back home??? WE GOT A PICK FOR THAT TOO! We got you covered no matter what.
On this week's episode, The Beta Bros breakdown a miracle and testify on the rebirth of the god of Thunder. He has risen from the ashes and has emerged gloriously hilarious! We got our Thor: Ragnarok review and it Korgin' great. We also preview the upcoming Justice League movie and The Punisher Netflix series, both premiering this Friday! And, we also geek out on a few new Star Wars announcements that just broke a few days ago.
Move over Madea, the Beta Bros have their own Halloween special!
Hello little ghosts and goblins, we have a very SCARY episode for you today. Join us as we wander into the Upside Down to face the Shadow Monster and his minions in Hawkins, Indiana. We've seen all of Stranger Things: Season 2, and we have a SPOILER FREE review for your fiendish pleasure. We dissect and dismember the show to exorcise what we liked and laid to rest what we disliked about this new season of our beloved monster killers.
The KON has also infiltrated the evil confines of a killer's mind and...he might never be the same! He's seen David Fincher's MINDHUNTER on Netflix, and his review is TERRIFYING....LLY GREAT! We also share YOUR Halloween movie suggestions and we relive some of our most spine tingling, traumatic and haunting movie moments!!!
We also have a new PICK OF THE WEEK and a special shout out to one of our friends and listeners. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
As you guys know, we are native sons of Los Angeles, CA. So, seeing our Dodgers make it to the World Series after a 28 year drought, is a kind of a big deal. Now, because of this historic run, we just had to do a baseball-centric show to discuss our Dodgers as well as some classic baseball movies to get us in the right World Series spirit. AND...we've brought on our own MLB Expert, Chef Extraordinaire and previous guest, the ever so lovely: Jocelyne Zelaya to help us analyze and predict the Dodgers vs. Astros match-up.
Aside from being a baseball fan and expert, as we mentioned above, Jocelyne is also an incredible and talented chef and we talk once again about her culinary career and the shows and chefs that inspire her to do what she does. We also have a brand new PICK OF THE WEEK and so much more. So, make sure and listen to this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 92! The brand new trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi is here! And we have some thoughts, observations, questions, theories, concerns...Our stress level is sky high right now! We also talk about the new Justice League trailer and we sneak in a few comments about Thor: Ragnarok. The KON also reviews Inhumans and The Gifted.
It's Episode 91! Manners. Maketh. Man. In 2014, no one knew what Kingsman was and, quite frankly, I don't think anyone could have anticipated what a hit it would become. This sleek, uber-stylized, mega violent and unabashedly over-the-top-action-romp steamrolled through theaters and became one of the best modern spy movies we've ever seen. So, in not-so-beta-report-fashion, The Beta Bros actually went to see Kingsman: The Golden Circle in theaters this weekend. This is our full (NON-SPOILER) review of the film.
We also give you guys are five most anticipated shows of the Fall and The KON reviews the Netflix comedy/mockumentary film: American Vandal. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Jay is visiting family out of state, but that won't stop him from sitting alone, in a car, on a dark street, in a dusky small town in New Mexico fearing alien probes, blue meth dealers or Pennywise to provide you with the most entertaining nonsense you can imagine. You can always count on The Beta Bros to waste your time no matter which state we are in. You can also count on TBR to do a mini-episode, but still make it an hour long show! This week, we discuss the return of JJ Abrams to the Star Wars Universe as its being reported that he has now been hired to write and direct Episode IX after Colin Trevorrow's firing. We also talk Narcos: Season 3, Little Evil, and Guillermo del Toro's The Shape of Water, which we unfortunately missed in our last episode "Fall Preview (Movies)". We also have a very different PICK OF THE WEEK for you and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 89! It's a sad day here at The Beta Report HQ as we say goodbye to Game of Thrones Season 7, and even more devastating...we bid farewell to the beloved (mostly by us) Game of Bros segment! Nevertheless, we unsheathe our gallant words one last time this year and breakdown the season finale of GoT: "The Dragon and the Wolf". But, beware...SPOILERS are gnawing and clawing like the army of the dead in this episode. So, again, beware and proceed with caution.
We also breakdown some of our most anticipated movies of the Fall. With some obvious choices like IT, Thor: Ragnarok, Justice League, and Star Wars: The Last Jedi. To some not so obvious picks like Jackie Chan's The Foreigner and...Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle?
The KON also shares his thoughts on the new Amazon Prime super hero show The Tick: Season 1. All that and so much more on this weeks episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 86! The Defenders is finally here! For what felt like ages, Marvel has finally released its Netflix heroes' team-up adventure series and we've seen the whole thing. We got your SPOILER FREE REVIEW as well as our thoughts on the question everyone seems to be asking...is Iron Fist/Danny Rand better here than in his own series? We answer that and a few other questions regarding some of the show's other heroes, villains, and their futures in the NMCU.
Plus, we have another entry in the ongoing Game of Bros (GoB) segment, as Game of Thrones continues to march past the threshold of awesomeness with another great episode. This week we dissect Episode 6, "Beyond the Wall" as The Magnificent 7 aka The Suicide Squad aka The Westeros Avengers, go wight hunting in the snow. Zombie polar bears, flaming swords, Tormund and The Hound talking about Brienne...this episode has it all! By the way, "Tormund & The Hound" is the next great buddy-cop-Lethal-Weapon-Esque spin-off show that needs to happen. We got you HBO, let us write it. Hit us up!
We also talk about the upcoming standalone Obi-Won Kenobi movie and how that might connect to Rey and her parentage reveal in the upcoming Star Wars Saga films. Plus, we got a new PICK OF THE WEEK. It's a packed show! We got all this, and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 85! On today's episode, The Beta Bros take on Season 7 of Game of Thrones. We react to episode 5 "Eastwatch", the benefits of this season's faster pace and whether there is too much fan service going on as we commence to wind the series down. We also keep it within the GOT family and talk about a little known movie starring everyone's favorite Lannister, Peter Dinklage, called Rememory. Then there is the Bruce Willis led remake of Death Wish. Will it work? Does this remake suffer from the history of its own name? Is Bruce "Willy" a good replacement for Charles Bronson? We answer all these questions and more. Plus, we got our PICK OF THE WEEK...THE DEFENDERS! All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 84! The Beta Report was at Comic-Con 2017 and we have all of the details of the event for you on today's episode! Our very own Cat was on location and she shares all of her first hand experience from the Con. We also discuss all of our favorite moments and releases from SDCC 2017. Plus, we also got a new PICK OF THE WEEK featuring the King of Wakanda himself, Chadwick Boseman. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 83! On today's show, The Beta Report breaks down all of the new reveals from this year's D23 Expo. From the live-action Aladdin movie to Infinity Wars and Star Wars: The Last Jedi, TBR discusses all of the breaking news coming out of the Disney Expo. We also review episode one of Game of Throne's Season 7. Even more exciting news...Jay has finally seen a whole episode of Game of Thrones! More on that, plus TBR's reactions to Arya the assassin, the guilty Hound, and the perfect episode ending. And finally, an old friend drops by on the show to discuss poetry and their literary work. He also masterfully performs some "collaborative" pieces of poetry that you wont hear anywhere else but here! All that and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Its Episode 82! The Beta Report enjoyed their 4th of July vacation, their time-off, and the freedom they have to make more podcasts...So, The Beta Report is back! This week, The Beta Bros swing their way through Spider-Man: Homecoming. The KON reviews the new web-head film, the possible connections to other MCU films, possible villains and their place in the MCU/Netflix Marvel Universe and where Homecoming ranks in the MCU hierarchy of films. They also dragon-ride their way to Westeros as they give their Game of Thrones Season 7 preview. Season 7 is set to premier this Sunday, July 16, 2017. They also talk Star Wars vs. Star Trek feuds, mini-lightsabers, and so much more on this weeks episode of The Beta Report.
It's Episode 81! The team is all together! This week we review the phenomenal, flawless, awe inspiring...no wait, its just the newest Transformers movie. We also give an early preview of Spider Man: Homecoming and the future of the Spidey-verse and all of the planned Spider Man spinoffs. We also have our PICK OF THE WEEK, which is a [Jimm Ross Voice] slobberknocker of a great show. All this and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Its Episode 80! The Beta Bros are holding it down. Cat will be back with us next week! But today, our special guest is none other than our very own Javian aka Forever Five. He's written and published his first book of poetry called CROWN: A Collection of Poems, which is now for sale. We talk about what inspired the book, what we can expect to see in the book, and if there are any more coming in the near future. You can contact him at jvnruano@icloud.com to order a copy, or you can just go to: paypal.me/javianruano to place an order right now! You can also find it online, where you can order the hard copy and an eBook version for you mobile devices on the Blurb Bookstore at Blurb.com.
We also breakdown the first full Black Panther trailer and analyze what we loved, some of the characters and their backstories, and where we think this is taking the MCU, considering the following movie would be Infinity War Pt. 1.
And then there's the 5th Transformers movie...Yeah, we'll get into that too. Plus a new pick of the week, and so much more. So as always, sit back, turn it up, and waste some time with us.
Its Episode 79! The KON, Forever Five, and Cat...The Beta Report is back! After taking a few weeks off, we are back with another great show. In this episode, its all about Wonder Woman! We've all seen it and we're all dying to talk about it. From the sprawling beaches of Themyscira to the tiny babies in London, sit back as we revel in the majesty and grace of our new favorite DC hero. But, its not all glowing water and Themyscira sunsets, there were a few dark spots worth mentioning too. And, we'll get to all that and so much more in this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Its episode 78! TBR is at full strength again, as the lovely Cat rejoins us this week. On today's episode we break down all of the new movie news that has just been announced. From the Tom's getting new roles i.e. Tom Holland as Nathan Drake and Tom Hardy as Venom, Universal's Movie Monster Universe...DARK UNIVERSE aka "Monster Squad 2.0", now taking shape, to our close friend and occasional podcast guest Arnold Schwarzenegger, announcing that he is going to be in yet another Terminator movie but this time with the great James Cameron involved as well. The KON also throws in a quick review of Alien: Covenant. Plus, we also have a Summer 2017 Movie Preview and our pick of the week. Its another packed show! As always, we've got all this, and so much more, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
It's episode 77! This week, The Beta Bros take over the show, sans Cat and Gabasonic. On this week's episode we look at all of the new X-Men franchise news that has recently been announced. Get our thoughts on the new The Gifted trailer, recent casting news for the New Mutants movie, and Josh Brolin's big head and little arms debate. We also give you our preview of Alien: Covenant and Michael Fassbender's (!!!!) DUAL (!!!!) roles. Lastly, we continue to gush over Aziz Ansari's Master of None, as it returns for Season 2. We honestly cannot say enough about its approach to comedy and its moving narratives and story-telling. Ansari has definitely tapped into something that is simultaneously poignant and hilarious. If you enjoyed Season 1 of this show, you'll definitely love Season 2. We've got all this and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 76! Guardians of The Galaxy: Vol 2 is finally here. This has been one of our most anticipated movies of the year and, for some of us, it didn't disappoint. Though, not all of us felt the same about the movie. Some of us weren't really feeling the Brady Bunch-esque character drama that the movie presented. So, listen in to get our SPOILER FREE review of the film and find out what we loved and what we didn't like so much from the movie. Also, it wouldn't be a Guardians-centric show if we didn't talk about the music in the movie. Its no surprise that Guardians of The Galaxy and James Gunn have become synonymous with a great soundtrack, and this film lives up to that claim x 100! In that same vein, we look at other great songs that thrust their respective movies from great features to iconic films like Rocky and Eye of the Tiger, Top Gun and Danger Zone...and Guardians of the Galaxy : Vol 2 and The Chain (Trust us, that song makes this movie!). All that, plus a few surprises, on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Its Episode 75! Through the course of this show's run, we've been fortunate enough to interview an amazing group of talented and insightful people. From producers, toy designers, make-up and hip-hop artists, to an actual Judge/Lawyer, a concha enthusiast and old childhood friends. Its always been our goal to book eclectic and entertaining guests who not only share our love for movies and comics, but who can also teach us a little something along the way. This episode is no different! This week, we had the opportunity to interview not only an old friend, but also a film director whose burgeoning voice in the industry will soon make him stand along side the great film makers reigning today. Aside from that, he is also currently involved in the TV/Film industry as a crucial component that breathes life to some of our favorite shows currently running, like: Designated Survivor, Marvel's: Agents of Shield, and Son of Zorn. As such, its our distinct pleasure to welcome Ricardo "Richie" Ramirez to this week's episode of The Beta Report. He'll be sharing insider knowledge regarding his job working behind the scenes on such high profile shows like the ones we mentioned above. He'll also talk a little about what its like to write, create, and film his own projects. And finally, the gloves come off as The Kon and Richie take the DC vs. Marvel battle outside the ring, for an all out nerd-tastic brawl. We have all that, and so much more, on this week's episode of: The Beta Report.
Its Episode 74 of The Beta Report. This week we break down the Star Wars: The Last Jedi trailer and poster that were just released over the weekend. We also discuss some theories and rumors we've heard around the web. Plus, we also review Fast 8 and The Get Down Part 2! Its another loaded show.
Its Episode 73! Thor! Taika! Thor! Taika! Thor: Ragnarok just dropped a new trailer and its fantastic. We have our reaction to that interstellar beauty and we can't stop ourselves from gushing over director Taika Waititi and all of his movies. Seriously, do yourself a favor and watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople, What we do in the Shadows, and the Team Thor Shorts. We promise you wont be disappointed. We also tour the world of Reddit in a brand new edition of Cat Chat. Plus, the world's longest intro!
It's Episode 72 of The Beta Report! This week, we shine a light on the marvelous world of Anime. Now, we aren't experts on the subject, but we do love it. And, if you're anything like us, I'm sure you'll love it too. So, we wanted to give you guys a quick list of some of our favorite "Entry Level" anime shows that we think might help you get into the genre. We also break down The Walking Dead Season Finale (all hail Shiva), we have our Ghost in the Shell review, and we introduce a brand new segment: The Beta Hate (Celebrity Edition). We see you Rachel! We've got all that and so much more in this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Its Episode 71 of The Beta Report! Its always special when guests return for round two on our show, and today is no different. We are pleased to welcome back one of the best toy designers in the industry and overall amazing dude, Carlos Mendoza. Join us as we talk Kong: Skull Island and the emergence of shared universes. We also have our review of Marvel's Iron Fist and we also bring all the nostalgia with our Power Rangers preview. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 70! If we do anything during our time together, I would hope that it'd be to make your life a little easier. So, without further ado, we present to you the world's best excuse: Toddlers bro! Its simple. If you haven't had time to finish an assignment, just tell your boss: Toddlers bro! and he/she will instantly understand. Didn't study for a test: Toddlers Bro! You keep postponing your podcast recording: Toddlers Bro! It's amazing! You now wield the golden ticket of excuses. Use it wisely. Your'e welcome. This week, the whole crew is back to slash our way through LOGAN. We got our review and a few parting words for our beloved Wolverine [Insert sad puppy Sarah McLachlan song here...I Will Remember You!]. We offer our thoughts on the state of the X-Men franchise, should they recast Wolverine/Logan immediately or not, or should Laura aka X-23 carry on as The Wolverine. We also spend way too much time talking about La La Land (KON + CAT + MUSICALS= BAD NEWS). Plus, we talk some Iron Fist, Wonder Woman and our hope for the DECU. All that and so much more on this episode of TBR.
Wait for it....wait for it...Its Episode...69!!! Okay, okay, now that we got that out of our adolescent system, The Beta Bros are back. No Cat today [Meow], because...IT'S HER BIRTHDAY! So, we had to throw her a little in studio party. We also had to toss in an impromptu Trailer Park as seconds before we started the show, Guardians of the Galaxy: VOL. 2 dropped another trailer. And we just had to talk about it and the new trailers for Kong: Skull Island and Aliens: Covenant. We also talk Oscars, Jimmy Kimmel vs. Matt Damon Feud, and, of course, that ending. We then try our best to hold in our nerdy excitement to give you our Logan Preview. And, we also pay tribute to the late great Morgan Earp aka Pvt. Hudson aka Severen aka the amazing Bill Paxton. All that and so much more on this weeks episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 68! Miley Cyrus, Erik Estrada, and Conchas...what do all of these things have in common? They are our: GUILTY PLEASURES! That's right, we'll be diving in to The Beta Report's deepest, darkest, most revealing secrets to date. And, we've brought on one of our oldest friends and faithful listener, Diego Jimenez, to further embarrass us with stories about Rosas, Conchas, and Sexy Comedias. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 67! Its a new episode of The Beta Report, and its about to get hot. Its our special Valentines Day episode: Valentines & Vices: TBR's Guide to Love. From the return of The Walking Dead to our favorite Rom Coms, nothing says romance/"Relationship Goals" like mowing down a herd of zombies in cars with your significant other or grueling through 50 first dates. Plus, we slowly come to realize that Valentines Day really means: Tom Hardy Day. Apparently, we all have a massive crush on Tom Hardy....swoon! We also give you our top date night movie choices and we also have a new edition of The Trailer Park. Its a packed show! We got all that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 66! On today's episode we celebrate all of the non Marvel/DC super hero movies out there. From raucous dark comedy romps like Super, to beautifully strewn character pieces like Unbreakable, there are so many "Other Heroes" out there, we are sure we'll touch on at least one that you'll love. We also give our NON SPOILER & SPOILER reviews of M. Night Shyamalan's new movie Split. All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 65! On today's show The Beta Bros welcome a very special guest to the program. Its our pleasure to introduce our dear friend, Cat Lampon to The Beta Report family. From board game conventions to mathematics jokes, we are excited to have her on the show. We are also thrilled to explore the weird and wild world of Reddit with her, in a new segment called Cat Chat. And, of course, this wouldn't be a TBR show if we didn't talk a little Star Wars. More specifically, the newly revealed title for Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Is it singular or plural?!?! So much speculation...Damn you Lucasfilm! All that and so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Episode 64! The Beta Report is back. We had some technical difficulties, but we are glad to say, WE ARE BACK! On this episode, we tackle some real issues and answer the age old question: Is it okay for a dude to watch The Bachelor? Plus, we talk about the best reality shows of all time, The KON shares a tale of his adventurous quest towards acquiring a rare Asian artifact, and we also found a way to make the Star Wars Prequels enjoyable. All that and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Happy New Year everyone! It's the first episode of 2017. Join The Beta Bros as they look ahead to their most anticipated movies and TV shows of the year. From Logan to Chips, to Tom Hardy's new TV show Taboo, the Bros have you covered. So, as always, come waste some time with them.
We've been waiting for this movie for so long. Its finally here, and The Beta Bros were on a mission to bring you their review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
The Beta Bros look back and talk about all of the great stuff we got this year in the world of entertainment. From Netflix shows like Luke Cage, The Get Down, and Stranger Things to some of our favorite movies like Captain America: Civil War, Jungle Book, and Hunt for the Wilderpeople. All that and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
In true Beta Report fashion, we're still talking about thanksgiving and family dinner disasters. We've also got a new edition of The Trailer Park with three brand new trailers released this past week. The KON also gives his thoughts on Fantastic Beasts. All that and more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
We cannot contain how "essited" we are about this show. This week's episode is all about the Chappelle Show and A Tribe Called Quest! We give you our favorite Chappelle Show skits, characters and SNL moments. We also dive into the brilliance that is A Tribe Called Quest and their new album. We also have your Pick of The Week and so much more...
The Beta Bros are at it again! This week, we went out, did our research and watched both Dr. Strange and Dreamworks' Trolls. We got our reviews of both movies for you and we also share about 50 picks of the week...That is, if you're not going to watch the either Trolls or Dr. Strange, we got you covered. We have all of that plus so much more on this week's episode of The Beta Report.
Toys! We all love them. They were, and for some (GABASONIC), still are our most treasured possessions. They are the gateways and portals into the worlds of our favorite heroes and villains. On today's show, we have a very special guest, a magician of sorts: Carlos Mendoza. He is a toy designer and artist who dropped by on the show to give us an in depth look at the toy industry. We get his thoughts on the Power Rangers, Star Wars, and the future of toys. To all our toy lovers, you dont want to miss this show!
The Beta Boys get a much needed makeover! We have the enchanting and extremely talented makeup artist Andi Mendoza on the show this week. Listen as she shares her stories about working with some of Hollywood's most well known stars. Plus, we also react to the first episode of The Walking Dead. We discussed the deaths and utter destruction of Rick and his group as they face off against their most evil adversary yet! That and so much more on the newest episode of The Beta Report.
THE WALKING DEAD EPISODE. They've finally done it. Recap, predictions, and butter-beer? This episode is amazing, tangents and all. We've covered it all in this new episode of The Beta Report...But, before all that, they also take the time to show a little love to our boys in blue: The Dodges! WE LOVE L.A.
The Beta Bros got to see an exclusive first look at Marvel's Dr. Strange in IMAX. The boys offer their reactions, impressions, and they even try to conjure up their own spells too. The boys also bring you some newly released trailers for some of the most anticipated movies and shows coming our way soon. You don't want to miss this one. So, come get your strange on and waste some time with us.
Netflix and Marvel continue to hit homeruns! The boys review the new Marvel Netflix Series: Luke Cage. They also rank the Marvel Netflix shows and also pit them against the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies. Jay also review the new Denzel Washington led Magnificent Seven movie. All that and more on this week's new episode.
Dr. Strange, Assassin's Creed, Jack Reacher, Rogue One...the boys go through all of the upcoming movies still to come this Fall. They also review some of their favorite Fall TV Shows that just premiered. Does the new Lethal Weapon show have sexy sax? Is MacGyver's first name really Angus? Why aren't we all watching Atlanta? They answer all of these questions and more in this new episode of The Beta Report. P.S. RIP Branjelina.
Its the Ruano Bros again, bringing you all the info on all of the new and returning Fall TV Shows. From sexy saxophone music in the new Lethal Weapon series, to one of the best shows on TV that we somehow never talked about: The Walking Dead! The Beta Report has you covered. Make sure and tune in to find out what you need to watch this Fall.
It's our 50th Episode! To celebrate, The Beta Report presents: The Betty Awards 2016. It's not your typical award show. This year, instead of just choosing the movies and TV shows we love, we are also awarding YOU, our listeners and guests! This is our chance to appreciate you for all the time wasted with us and to thank you for making these 50 episodes great. We truly could not have done it without you. So the real winners of the award is US, The Beta Report, for having such amazing listeners, family, and friends.
The boys share their feelings after the passing of the late great Gene WIlder. They also discuss Stranger Things and try to answer some of questions they have like: Is EL still alive? Is Will breeding new monster? Is Hopper workign for the CIA now as a monster hunter? So many questions....They also breakdown The Get Down. All this and more on the new episode of The Beta Report.
The boy's review of Suicide Squad is in! And...its not what you'd expect! The DCMU might never be the same after this.
KON, Miami Twice, Gaba Sonic, and Jay are all back and they're talking about Jason Bourne, Suicide Squad and Mexican Power Bars? We get into some of our favorite Youtube channels too. Find out what we think is "Beta Approved" and how you should waste your time, aside from wasting it with us.
The Beta Report is bringing you all of the latest coming out of San Diego Comic Con this past weekend. From Justice League to Dr. Strange, we'll be talking about all of the awesome new trailers and news for upcoming movies and TV shows.
We get a little creepy for this one. Our review for Ghostbusters is in! Will Kate McKinnon be the next recipient of The Beta Report effect and become a household name? We think so! Plus, we talk new Netflix hit show: Stranger Things. This show is even stranger than Donald Trump being the official Republican Nominee (You're Fired!). And of course, we also had to add a little Star Wars news too. We talk a little Rogue One and how epic this Star Wars "boots on the ground" war movie will be. Check it out!
Did you know Pokemon GO can actually help you get a girlfriend? Don't believe us, listen to this episode and find out how to make a love connection while getting some exercise. We also talk old and new Ghostbusters and how we feel about it. Will the new Ghostbusters be able to capture the charm and heart of the old movies?
We talk about our favorite summer movies and moments. We also talk about the reigning Summer Blockbuster King, Gabriel Angelfire and Canelo.
We review X Men Apocalypse, we talk about our favorite war movies, we create our own war movie and share about the wars in our lives.
We talk about the next X Men movie, we talk about the X Men we want to see next, talk about Apocalypse and more
We preview Captain America Civil War, we make predictions, we share theories and answer question.
We talk about our favorite Western movies, pitch our own ideas for a western and review Game of Thrones.
We recap Game Of Thrones, catch up with our favorite characters in season 6, make predictions for this new season and talk theories.
We bring on Sage & Reason from Alien Mindset records and talk movies, music, and react to trailers
Star Wars was great but there was one glaring problem with it! One okie doke, we tell you about it! Enjoy
We talk about the movies & TV shows you should watch and we take answer questions from our audience
On this episode we talk about who we think wins between Batman vs. Superman, who was the best actor to depict each character,
We talk about how to make it into the entertainment industry, we talk about our favorite TV shows, we have an Oscar reaction
On this episode we review Deadpool and revisit some of Judd Apatow's classics in preparation for Love. A new series coming to Netflix
We give our reactions to the Super Bowl trailers, List our top 5 Rom Coms of all time, try to guess what actor/actress america loves the most, and lastly we talk DEADPOOL!
On this episode we preview the month of February looking at all the movies & TV shows hitting the big and little screen while also talking about the movies that moved us, to the point of tears.
We welcome the Honorable John Hernandez for a special law episode. We talk about our favorite court TV shows, court movies & get a verdict from the judge on a personal incident from our past.
We give our thoughts on the best movies of 2016 and our picks for the flop. We also have a guest drop in and field questions from our listeners.
On this episode we talk Jessica Jones, Thanksgiving movies, movies were thankful for. The Hunger Games and our thoughts on the conclusion of the saga.
We talk about the upcoming hunger game movie, Master of None, Jessica Jones on Netflix,
On this episode we talk about whats coming in November to the big & small screen. Such as Jessica Jones, Badlands, Spectre, Hunger Games
We talk The Force Awakens, launch the Report of the Beta content, and revisit some childhood memories of Horror!
We talk about the Dodgers, Cooking, Goosebumps with our special guest Jocelyn for the Presents You episode.
We talk about video games, our favorite childhood games, video game turned movie and more!
We talk about our fears, spiders & ventriloquist puppets, and our favorite/scariest childhood movies. We also preview the movies we're excited about seeing in October!
We talk about the Emmys, we review Minority Report, we visit the NFL and talk a little Foo Fighters
We talk about what to watch in the fall for FOX, NBC, ABC, AMC, Netflix, and Amazon Prime
We give out awards for the summer blockbuster season, and give our first lifetime achievement award.
We talk Fantastic Four, the future Wolverine Movies, pick our Super Bowl winners, and pick sides in the Marvel Civil War