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This week on The Rum & Regret Podcast, the gang cracks open some spooky spirits and dives headfirst into a triple feature of chaos! We kick things off with a deep cut into Gen V, where superhero academia gets a lot messier (and bloodier) than expected. Then we rewind to a nostalgic nightmare with VHS Halloween, exploring analog scares that still hit harder than streaming jumpscares. Finally, we feast our way through Marvel Zombies—because even Earth’s Mightiest Heroes can’t escape the hunger. Grab your drink of choice and join us for laughs, horror, and the occasional bad pun—because it’s spooky season and the Rum Boys are hungry for content! 🧟♂️🎃🥃
The crew cracks open a bottle and dives headfirst into Alien: Earth, the latest chapter in the iconic sci-fi horror saga. We break down the story, performances, and whether this installment delivers fresh terror or just rehashes old nightmares. Expect sharp takes, laughs, and a few side tangents along the way—because it wouldn’t be Rum & Regret without them.
This week on the Rum & Regret Podcast we dive into:
🎬 Freaky Tales – a wild anthology that doesn’t hold back.
🎶 K-Pop Demon Hunters – yes, it’s exactly as insane as it sounds (and we loved it).
👽 Alien Earth – the new TV series that asks, what if home was never really ours?
Grab your drink of choice 🍹, hit play ▶️, and join us as we break down the best (and weirdest) of the big screen and small screen this week.
This week on the Rum & Regret Podcast, we enter full trailer breakdown mode as we dive headfirst into three of the biggest drops from SDCC (or your nerd feed of choice):
🔥 Mortal Kombat 2 – We analyze every bone-crunching frame, speculate on the tournament’s stakes, and debate who’s bringing the most fatal energy this time around. (Spoiler: it’s still Sub-Zero.)
👾 Predator: Badlands – The galaxy’s deadliest hunter hits the Wild West(?) and we’re here for every dusty, dystopian standoff. Can this be the franchise revival we didn’t know we needed?
⚡ Tron: Ares – It’s neon, it’s moody, and Jared Leto is in it. We break down what’s next for the Grid and whether this entry can reboot the reboot.
Plus, we share our regrets (as always) and our favorite hype moments from each trailer. 💥 Subscribe, listen, and let the speculation begin!
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The Rum & Regret Team return after a long break to discuss what we've been watching!
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The Rum & Regret team welcomes back our favorite recurring guest, Steve Polivka, for a deep dive into The Last of Us Season 2. As always, Steve brings his A-game—breaking down the major differences between the game and the HBO series, analyzing key story choices, and sharing what he would have done differently. From character arcs to controversial moments, we leave no clicker unturned. Whether you’re a diehard fan of the game, the show, or both, this episode delivers thoughtful takes, strong opinions, and a few laughs along the way.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional wreckage and moral complexity of The Last of Us Season 2, Episodes 4 and 5. From the brutal choices facing Ellie and Dina to the haunting new characters that shake up the journey, we break down the pivotal moments, Easter eggs, and what they could mean for the season’s trajectory.
Then, we shift gears to Netflix’s Black Mirror Season 7 — a return to form with mind-bending tech terrors and social commentary that hits uncomfortably close to home. We review standout episodes, explore recurring themes, and debate what’s still fresh vs. what might be showing wear.
Whether you're a fan of gritty survival or speculative sci-fi, this episode delivers sharp analysis, theories, and plenty of hot takes.
🧟♂️⚡️Don’t miss it — the apocalypse never sounded this good.
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The Rum & Regret team is back this week talking about HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 - Episodes 2 & 3. We talk about the impact of Episode 2 moving forward with the show & the journey that starts in Episode 3. We are also back with our weekly segments!
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In this episode of Rum & Regret, the team dives deep into the Oscar-winning animated film Flow.
The Rum & Regret team are back to start off October talking Max's Latest show The Penguin.
The Rum & Regret Team comes back this week with updates on the Acolyte, The Boys & House of the Dragon. We also talk the latest in Horror Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe news and other great shows to watch!
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The Rum & Regret is back this week talking about all the great summer TV that just came back up! The Boys Season 4 & House of the Dragon Season 2 - and they offer some thoughts on Disney+'s latest Star Wars offering - The Acolyte!
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The Rum & Regret Podcast dig into Netflix's latest foreign arrival in Godzilla Minus One!
The Rum & Regret team react to the latest trailer releases for House of the Dragon Season 2 at HBO & The Rings of Power Season 2 on Amazon Prime!
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The Rum & Regret team is back this week giving a mid-season review of X-Men '97 on Disney+ and talks the epic adaptation that is Fallout on Prime Video!
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The Rum & Regret team couldn't ignore all the trailers that have dropped in the last few weeks. From Alien: Romulus, The Crow, The Ministry of Ungentlemenly Warfare, Marvel 1943 and more! Nate also gives us the latest updates on the MCU and Andy gives us his true feelings on the Roadhouse update!
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The Rum & Regret team deep dive into Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender. We also discuss the first look of the Crow reboot.
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The Rum & Regret team is back this week reflecting on SIX YEARS of podcasting. Andy & Nate gush over True Detective: Night Country and Nate provides the latest Marvel News in his Marvel Minute!
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The Rum & Regret team come together this week to discuss what TV, Movies & Video Games they are looking forward to in 2024.
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This week, Jo & Andy get Nate to watch Saltburn and get his immediate reaction. We also discuss the latest Horror, Streaming & Marvel news in our first cast of the New Year!
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The Rum & Regret Team get together to discuss the best TV, Movies & Horror of 2023. Do you agree with our lists?
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The Rum & Regret Team is back this week talking Generation V, Loki Season 2 & the Fall of the House of Usher.
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The Rum & Regret team celebrate the spooky season with our annual Halloween Horrorcast. As always, Mr. Soup - Steve Polivka, joins in the fun as we gave Nate 3 scary movies to watch. The movies we chose were The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster (Shudder), Nowhere (Netflix) and Winnie the Pooh: Blood & Honey (Peacock). WE also had some extra credit including SLOTHERHOUSE on Hulu. Come listen to hear Nate's review of these soon to be horror classics!
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The Rum & Regret team is back this week with Skott Bennett to review the Ahsoka series and talk about the future of Star Wars.
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After another short hiatus - the Rum & Regret team is back this week talking the first 4 epidodes of Ahsoka with Skott Bennett. Skott's sister-in-law directed episodes 2 & 3 and he provides amazing insight on the series up to now!
The Rum & Regret team is talking all things Comic-Con 2023 this week as well as finishing up their discussion on the Netflix series Black Mirror.
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The Rum & Regret team is talking ALL THINGS SCARY this week with our review of the first three episodes of Black Mirror and EVIL DEAD RISE. That's right, we forced Nate to watch another scary movie.
The Rum & Regret team is talking ALL THINGS SCARY this week with our review of the first three episodes of Black Mirror and EVIL DEAD RISE. That's right, we forced Nate to watch another scary movie.
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The Rum & Regret Team is back after a short hiatus to discuss everything we've watched over the last month as well as what we're looking forward to coming out in the Summer.
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The Rum & Regret team sink their teeth into the Nicholas Cage & Nicholas Hoult movie Renfield with special guest Mr. Soup!!!
The Rum & Regret Team is back this week wrapping the Mandalorian Season 3. Jo also gives us her take on A Knock at the Cabin, Nate addresses the Jonathan Majors/Marvel dilemma & Andy gives all the love to Ted Lasso.
The Rum & Regret team is back after a short break to talk Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves & The Super Mario Movie. Jo & Andy also discuss the Korean remake of The Cube. Nate brings us up to date on the latest Marvel news!
The Rum & Regret team is back after a short break to talk Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves & The Super Mario Movie. Jo & Andy also discuss the Korean remake of The Cube. Nate brings us up to date on the latest Marvel news!
The Rum & Regret team is back this week with our Weekly Segments and a break down of the penultimate episode of The Last of Us on HBO Max!
The Rum & Regret Team is joined by Critical Role Expert, Sarah Griffin this week to review The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2.
The Rum & Regret Team is joined by Steve Polivka (aka Mr. Soup) as he pits 32 Nicholas Cage movies up against each other to determine the MOST Nicholas Cage Movie out there. We also review Nic Cage's most recent movie - the Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.
The Rum & Regret Team is joined by Steve Polivka (aka Mr. Soup) as he pits 32 Nicholas Cage movies up against each other to determine the MOST Nicholas Cage Movie out there. We also review Nic Cage's most recent movie - the Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.
The Rum & Regret Team celebrate 5 years of podcasting by talking The Legend of Vox Machina, the recently announced DCU slate of films & the extremely HEART WRENCHING 3rd episode of The Last of Us.
The Rum & Regret team start off the new year by reviewing The Menu on HBO & talking about what movies, shows & video games we're looking forward to in 2023.
Annie's Review of the Menu:
The Menu First of all, this was a dark comedy disguised in a perfect horror thriller package. Which course was your favorite? Performances! Performances! Performances! In order…
- Ralph Fucking Fiennes (no one else for this he was exquisitely cast) 2. Nicholas Hoult (excellent asshat foodie douche) Sniffing the air and terrified he offense while clearly only able to center himself taking pics and cussing at his “date.” The wild eyed ego so frail was played well and oh so creepy. 3. Hong Chau as Elsa (low key the scariest as she got to interact so intimately with the “customers” (victims? I mean by the death so many were welcoming and willing… interesting) 4. Anya Taylor Joy does it again (plus with that dress with those big eyes) Despite Chef trying to force her choice as to where she stood (us/them) she didn’t belong anywhere on the menu since she knew all sides as she plays roles for a living as an escort and he saw that/released her. So subtle and perfectly done. The literal fire in her eyes as her appetite piqued and she enjoyed her burger at the end! Loved it. 5. Can’t forget Judith Light (Who is the Boss, anyway?) For me, she is matching only Jean Smart in their glorious TV intensity these days.
Loved that I got to break into laughter after wincing so seamlessly. I think it was Tyler’s Bullshit for me as a favorite course. Adam McKay does it again!
The Rum & Regret team WENT live to showcase their best of lists for 2022. Jo takes on the best Horror of 2022, Andy delivered the best Streaming shows of 2022 & Nate gives us the best Disney+ shows of 2022!
The Rum & Regret team celebrate their 99th full episode discussing the impact that the late great Kevin Conroy had on their lives, Jo & Andy have a small discussion on SMILE and where it left them, and Nate gives his review of Wakanda Forever!
The Rum & Regret team is joined by Steve Polivka to talk about his 31 Days of Horror during the month of October. We also talk about Nate's Horror Homework in Barbarian, Dead Alive & Deadstream.
The Rum & Regret Team gets Nate to watch Hellraiser, and we wrap up discussions on Rings of Power & She-Hulk, as well as our reaction to the latest House of the Dragon episode!
The Rum & Regret team is back after a short hiatus to catch everyone up on what we've been watching. Jo provides some great Horror recommendations as we start up Spooky Season. We also catch up on the big Deadpool 3 reveal & Werewolf By Night news from Marvel. We end our discussion with a larger discussion around Rings of Power & House of the Dragon.
The Rum & Regret team is back this week talking about the first 2 episodes of Amazon Prime's Rings of Power & the first 3 episodes of HBO's House of the Dragon.
The Rum & Regret Team is back this week talking GoT: House of the Dragon, Prey & The Sandman.
The Rum & Regret team, minus Jo, is joined by special guest Lt. CMDR Dan Drake, Ret to review Top Gun Maverick. Dan provides some insight to the authenticity of the portrayal of the military. He also chimes in on the real life locations used in the movie.
The stars have aligned and the Rum & Regret team actually saw a movie in the theaters! We sit down with Nate's daughter Addy and discuss Marvel's latest release, Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of the Madness. Check it out!
The Rum & Regret team is working extra this week as we bring you reviews of Dune & Midnight Mass.
With a release as big as Dune - the Rum & Regret team has anticipated this movie ever since it's announcement. So it was only natural we planned an extra recording around it's release.
Also - with the brilliance that was Netflix's Midnight Mass - we had to attach it to our special review episode since Nate finally watched it!
The Rum & Regret team is back this week with a special review of the Mortal Kombat movie! While it's no surprise all 3 hosts are fans of the franchise, this movie is not a Flawless Victory.
The Rum & Regret team talks the Snyder Cut of Justice League with Special Guest Nikki Blakk. If that voice sounds familiar, you've heard her on 107.7 The Bone.
Show Notes
Overall the group agreed that this is a triumph for DC, However, We did bring up some questionable moments.
- Did we need Martian Manhunter/Green Lanterns? or was that just fan service?
- The extended scenes showing more Cyborg & Alfred were homeruns, Flash's extra scene...we could have done without.
- How does Darkseid not remember where he got beat?
The Rum & Regret team wants to resurrect Nikki's nighttime segment of "Ask a Hot Chick". Hmmm...Maybe a new podcast?
The Rum & Regret team review and talk about the Netflix Original Movie Birdbox starring Sandra Bullock.
A special shout out to our friend ManaSmart on Twitch Tv!
The Rum & Regret team make up for their absence talking about the passing of Stan Lee, Horror movie Mandy, Wreck-it Ralph 2, Captain Marvel Trailer reactions, Star Wars and much, much more!