Pops' Collection: Recent Episodes
Ron Tweedy
A father and son explore the father's collection of movies and TV shows based on comics, graphic novels, and comic strips from a Christian Worldview
On this special edition of Pops' Collection, we look at Disney Plus' first special, and it might very well be the best Marvel production of 2022. Find out more here!
We saw the new DC movie: Black Adam! Should you go see it? We'll let you know if you listen on!
Well, we made it to the end of the show. What big lessons can we take away from Jen's story? Find out here!
We finally got to the fireworks factory! How does Charlie Cox's debut to Disney Plus debut stack up to his other performances? Find out this week!
We talk about an episode of She-Hulk a little bit and a little more about news of Deadpool 3. Join us!
We continue the slog into She-Hulk. Has the series taken a turn for the worse? Find out here!
We talk a little about the newest She-Hulk episode and more about Jennifer's journey into the MCU. Join us!
We saw the first episode of Disney Plus' newest MCU entry: She-Hulk. How does this one stack up to the others? Find out here!
Today we look at a number of new trailers released during the San Diego Comic Con season of 2022. Are we hyped or not for the upcoming films and shows? Find out here!
This week we look at the last two episodes of Ms. Marvel, and the series overall. How does this one stack up against the rest? Find out here!
Episode four of Ms. Marvel takes us to Karachi and introduces us to a new group. Listen to what Pops and Ron have to say about the show and our theories of what will happen next!
Episode 3 is here for Ms. Marvel, and we just watched it, and we get introduced to a new group in the MCU. How is this series shaping up? Find out here!
We continue our discussion of the new Ms. Marvel series with the second episode. Is the story improving or getting worse? We give our opinions here!
We review the first episode of the brand-new Disney Plus series starring Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan. How does this stack up to the other series? Find out here!
We wrap up the Blade Trilogy with 2004's Blade Trinity- written and directed by David S. Goyer. How does this one compare to the other Blade movies? Find out here!
We continue our foray into the Blade trilogy with Guillermo del Toro's Blade II. How does this one stack up to its predecessor? Find out here!
Today we look at 1998's Blade, a vampire hunter with a mission. How does Wesley Snipe's portrayal of the Daywalker work out? Find out here!
We made it to the end of season 1 of Moon Knight. So how did we think the last episode went, and how do we feel about the series as a whole? Find out this week!
This is probably the darkest episode of Moon Knight. Listen in to see how we reacted to Marc Spector's past.
Hot take: the episode of Moon Knight that has no Moon Knight in it might be the best episode of Moon Knight. Confused? Listen for clarity!
We watched the first episode of the new Disney Plus series: Moon Knight? What did we think of it? Find out here!
Today we look at a movie from the collection that didn't originally appear as a comic. How well does Sega's mascot do in his first theatrical outing? Find out here!
We did endure to the end- we saw the late 90s stinker, Batman and Robin. How can a movie with a huge budget and well-known cast bomb this bad? We have a few ideas about that- listen in to find out!
We went this weekend to see The Batman in theaters. Should you go see it? We tell you in this episode! If you did see it, what do you think? Must-see, or wait for DVD?
This week we take a look at the first of the two Schumacher Batman films. How does this film stack up? Find out here!
We finally finished off the Punisher films with the first one ever released way back in 1989. How does Dolph Lundgren's portrayal stack up to Jane and Stevenson? Find out here!
For this Valentine's Day, join us as we go over our top 5 favorite couples from the collection. Who are your top 5?
Today we wrap up the Webb-verse Spider-Man and talk about one of the most memorable Marvel events in comic history. How does this one stack up to other Spider-Man films? Find out here!
Join us for our look into the Webb-verse of the Amazing Spider-Man! How does Andrew stack up to the other Peter Parkers? find out here!
Today we remember, remember, the 5th of November. How does 2006's film adaptation of the 80's graphic novel stack up? Find out here!
Today we take a look at 2008's ultra-violent Punisher: War Zone. How does Ray Stevenson's performance stack up against other Frank Castles? Listen and find out!
Today we look at 2004's The Punisher starring Thomas Jane. How comic-accurate is this movie? And more importantly, how does the tragic story of Frank Castle explain justice? Find out here!
We saw it opening day! How does Spider-Man: No Way Home stack up to both other Spidey films and MCU films? Find out here!
Today we look at the new DC Animation film based on an older storyline/video game. What happens when a god loses everything? Find out here!
This week we take a look at an adaptation of a long-running British comic? Who is the Law? Find out here!
We saw the first two episodes of Hawkeye and it was definitely something. Give a listen and let us know if you agree or disagree with our takes!
This special week we take a look at the 1973 television classic. What are you thankful for?
This week we take a look at a film from the comic strip collection. How well does a comic strip carry over into the 1990s? Take a listen and find out!
Ron has done something he thought he'd never do: watch 2003's Daredevil? How does this film hold up in 2021 eyes? Find out here!
Today we look at two made-for-TV movies starring Reb Brown as Captain America. How does this one stack up to Chris Evans? About as much as you'd expect...
This week Ron and Pops reveal their top 5 re-watchable movies. What are your top 5? Let us know in the comments!
Today we finish the story of the Long Halloween. Who is the Holiday killer? And how good were our predictions? Find out here!
The Watcher has finished telling his first round of stories, and we talk about said stories and which ones are our favorites and how well these tales were threaded together. Join us!
For out 100th episode, we decided to have a fun discussion about the villians from two storied franchises. What are your top 3?
Today we look at a Disney film that used characters published by Marvel Comics. Does this family-friendly movie have anything meaningful going on in it? (answer: yes...find out more inside!)
This week we look at a hidden gem from the mid-2000's. This CG version of the Turtles has no business being this good, but it is. Check it out!
Today we look at an unlikely crossover. What happens when you combine Eastman and Laird and Kane and Fingers? Find out here!
We saw the newest MCU film in the theaters. Is it a must-see? Or a wiat for DVD? Find out here!
Today we discuss the first part of DC's animated feature based on the classic Batman arc. How does it stack up? Find out here!
It's here! Pops and Ron watch the first trailer for No Way Home for the frist time to give you our raw reactions. Check it out! https://youtu.be/EuqkSZ7ePRI
Today we talk about 2011's DC movie Green Lantern featuring Ryan Renolds as Hal Jordan. This movie lost money...so..is it any good? find out here!
This week Ron and Pops talk about the first episode of Marvel's What If series (Captain Carter) and talk about Fatalism, free will, and the like. Enjoy!
We just saw The Suicide Squad in the theaters together. So did James Gunn save the franchise? Find out here!
Today we're doing somehting a little different. Ron and Pops go through their favortie Hero Teams and Team-Ups. What's in your top 10? Let us know in the comments!
This week we look at a double feature from Marvel Animation- both featuring the Hulk! This week we talk about how the Hulk would fare against Thor and Wolverine, plus our own versus dream matches!
Join us for a conversation about our favorite moments from Loki season 1. Can a leopard changes its spots? What about free will? Find out our thoughts here!
We continue looking at Marvel Animation's works with the Ultimate Avengers' direct sequel. Did the sequel outdo the first one?
This week we watch the first ever Marvel animated feature. How does the one fare against other animated features and other films? Find out here!
This week we look at the Hulu animated series starring an unlikely protagonist with a very irreverent take. Can a show with a cast of characters who are all evil make for a good story?
This week Ron and Pops look at the first episode of Disney Plus' new series: Loki! How did it stack up to the other series? Find out here!
This week we go back to the 1980s to discuss whether the third film is always the worst. Does this one follow that trend? find out here!
We continue the X-Men prequel saga into the future and into the 1970s. Is the future really set? Or can things change?
We round out the Christian Bale Batman's with the final installment. What can this story tell us about lies and consequences? Find out here!
We continue our foray into the Dark Knight trilogy with...the Dark Knight. How can the best Batman movie star the worst Batman? Find out here!
We kick of the Dark Knight Trilogy with Christopher Nolan and Christian Bale's take on the caped crusader. This movie has themes of justice, revenge, and vigilantism. Check it out!
Today we look at the Disney Plus series in its totality, and most (if not all) of the themes presented are discussed. Plus, a new new Cap? Check it out!
This week we talk about legacy, the future, and family. How can a comic book movie break all the rules and still be one of the greatest of all time? Find out here!
We continue our exploration of the Logan trilogy in the Land of the Rising Sun! What makes this movie markedly better than the origins movie? Find out here!
This week we kick of the Logan trilogy with the first Wolverine movie. This week we talk about timeline issues and whether or not mortality is a blessing or a curse (or maybe even both)
The wait it finally over! We talk about how does the legacy of Steve Rogers affect the MCU post-blip. Some things are different, and some things are still the same. Join us!
Hey Listeners! check out our facebook page Tuesday, March 23rd at 6:30 EDT to catch our review of Zack Snyder's Justice League. Is it worth the hype? find out here: https://www.facebook.com/PopsCollection
In a Pops' Collection first, we re-release our review of the theatrical cut of Justice League in anticipation of the Snyder cut release later this week. We will be back next week with our official review of the Snyder Cut!
This week Pops and Ron talk about the end of WandaVision. We cover loss, grief, trolls, and the Ship of Theseus. Enjoy!
And now, for a palate cleanser: "Moore" Bond talk with Pops and Ron. This one was a lot of fun!
This Week Pops and Ron cover another Frank Miller joint, Sin City. This one was a pretty rough one, but it is a good illustraion of total depravity.
This week Ron and Pops talk about what is means to be a slave or a free man. This movie hit a lot different when we first watched it
This week Ron and Pops talk about the animated film Batman: Year One. We discuss corruption, redemption, and vigilantism in this one. Don't miss it!
This week we discuss the follow-up to the Barbarian (or as Pops like to call it, Conan the Babysitter). How does this compare to the first? Find out here!
Conan has been made into a number of different graphic novels and comics, and today we talk about Arnold Schwarzenegger's portrayal of the Cimmerian. We talk gods, kingdoms, and types and shadows to the Christian story.
Today Ron and Pops talk about the first two episodes of WandaVision and discuss American sitcoms and escapism!
Today we wrap up the Raimi trilogy. We talk about one of the most important villain(s) to the Spider-Man canon, and how relationships mature us.
This episode we talk about what is a hero's purpose and what to do when life is out of balance.
Pops and Ron talk about their first thoughts on the DCEU's newest: Wonder Woman 1984 #WW84
With the recent announcements to the MCU and Disney+, Pops and Ron discuss the official (and some unofficial) details surrounding out favorite (and not so favorite) new movies and shows that will certainly become a part of Pops' Collection!
Listen to our first foray into the Raimi-verse! We talk about all the usual Spidey stuff about great power and so on, but also some interesting tropes that came about talking it through together. Enjoy!
And now for a palette-cleanser: Piper joins us for a review of another Lego DC movie. Join us for a brief discussion of a movie about how even a hero needs a little time away.
And now for something completely different. We discuss narratives about oppression, storytelling styles, and some cringe-worthy moments in this one.
As we continue our foray into the DCEU, we talk about the original Captain Marvel, wish fulfilment, adoption, diversity, and much more. You won't want to miss this one!
Back to the DCEU! We talk about Auqaman's first movie, and even a little bit about the hypostatic union. Take a listen!
We continue our free-form discussion on the Star Wars saga as we discuss episodes I, II, and III. Did these get better or worse with time? Find out here!
RIP Sean Connery (1930 - 2020). We talk about the James Bond character in general and the Connery films in particular.
How do you talk about a movie that has "Last" in the title yet has a half-a-dozen movies after it and has been retconned? Find out here!
This week we take a look at the second X-Men film. We get introduced to new mutants, see old foes, and talk about allegories for mutation. Enjoy!
Join us as we discuss the first film of the Children of the Atom. We talk about allegories and other things in this 20 year-old (hard to believe!) movie. Enjoy!
Join us for another free-form conversation about George Lucas' world-changing space opera. Which of the original movies were our favorite? find out here!
Pops and Ron look at the two late 1980s made-for-TV movies (and backdoor-pilots) based on the Incredible Hulk TV series. We take a look at the first live-action TV iterations of Thor and Daredevil, with varying results. Plus, the first-ever Stan Lee cameo!
And now for something a little different: we let Piper (Ron's daughter) pick out a movie to watch from Pops' Collection to watch, and this is the result. What can we learn from a short Lego-animated movie? More than you think, actually.
In the last of our reviews of our Fantastic Four movies, we look at the 2015 Fox bomb, FANT4STIC. Did we have problems with the liberties with the source material, casting choices, or plot? Find out this week!
This one we take a look at the first FF movie that never was! Pops got a hold of a copy of B-Movie extraordinaire Roger Corman's 1994 movie. We talk about the story behind the movie, and a little about the movie itself.
This week we look at a classic comic strip-based film from the minds of Chester Gould and Warren Beatty. This 30 year-old movie has soon many interesting things going on with it, you'll want to take a listen to talk about the production, soundtrack, design, and cast!
Join us this week for a free-form conversation on a comic-adjacent: Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek! We talk mostly about the films in this one, though we go through a number of other things as well, include our favorites!
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1U2V08gBkIc. Ron, Pops, and Riv put all current MCU films' themes in a tier list for you listening pleasure!
Join us for Spidey's sophomore foray into the MCU! We talk about legacy, filling shoes that are too big, and how to come back from huge screw ups!
22 movies...3 Rons...1 podcast! Join us for a discussion for the final note of the Infinity Saga of the MCU. We talk about the character arcs of the big 3, altruism versus self-interest, restoration of relationships, and even some Roman history! You won't want to miss this one!
Higher, Further, Faster! This week we talk about Carol Danvers' turbulent debut in the MCU. And for the first time, we bring our wives along for a female perspective as well.
This week we talk about the differences a partner can make, and how house arrest suddenly became a lot more relatable. We love this one, especially the end credits!
It's all been leading up to this! Join us for an exploration of the character of Thanos and nihilism, what happens when very similar personalities interact, and secular eschatology. You won't want to miss this one!
WAKANDA FOREVER! This week we talk about Fathers (sensing a theme here?), nationalism, and even some critical theory. How does all this line up to the Word of God? Find out here!
What happens when you combine Walt Simonson cosmic Thor with a cosmic Hulk movie? This one! We discuss fathers and sons, and the consequences of sin coming back to the next generation.
HEY! HO! LET'S GO! This week we discuss ol' Webhead's first foray into the MCU. We talk about fathers and father-figures, and how Tony Stark wanted to be one for Peter. You won't want to miss this one!
Join us for the feelsiest episode of Pops' Collection. We talk about family, fathers and sons, sisters, and dying. You won't want to miss this one!
Join us for our first foray into the Marvel Mystic! We discuss along of things here including materialism, time, world ensembles, and much, much more!
Back to the MCU with a banger! This episode we talk about the Sokovia Accords/Superhero Registration Act, revenge, and sovereignty. You don't want to miss this one!
This episode we discuss Michael Keaton's second (and last) foray as the Caped Crusader. We talk about Moses and how one doesn't need to have a costume to be a villain.
We go back more than 30 years to experience the Dark Knight's first modern appearance on the silver screen. We talk about Gotham, distracted billionaires, crime, and intersecting stories in this film
We wrap up season 1 of Daredevil with an in-depth discussion on the Good Samaritan, Daredevil's costume, and much more!
As we continue our way into season 1 of Daredevil, we talk about justice, the devil, and many other things. Check it out!
This week we take a look at post-Avengers Hell's Kitchen and the man without fear. We find theme of sin and redemption, deception, and justice...in just the first episode! This is just the beginning of our exploration of old horn-head
It's the end of the world as we know it, and we feel kinda meh about this sequel. However, there are some interesting things about this movie, and we do have some ideas as to how this story could be improved; take a listen and find out how!
We are back with another review in a newer format. Let's take a stroll 15 (!) years ago to another time where Chris Evans played a Marvel hero that was not Captain America. What can we learn from Pops' favorite Marvel team? listen to find out!
We have a new host! In this special first episode, Ron Tweedy interviews Piper to ask her about one of her movies from her collection: the original Disney Princess movie, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. What kind of worldview issues come with discussing a movie with a 4 year-old? Find out here!
And now for something completely different! Ron and Pops talk about their experiences with Disney World, which has a fair amount in common with Pops' Collection. Listen to us talk about It's a Small World's weird Utopian vision, Splash Mountain's problematic source material, and Pops' tales from the Coke Pavilion!
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Join us as we talk about Leadership, fathers and sons, and more in this crossover movie. #ReleaseTheSnyderCut
As we continue along with the DCEU, we go back...way way back to ancient Greece and WWI. What does this film claim about war and human nature? find out with us!
We go back to the DCEU with the uneven Suicide Squad. Although there are problems with the film, there are some very interesting concepts and characters here. Listen to what this movie has to say about government and justice!
In the final installment for MCU Phase 2, we explore some tales to astonish! What happens when one buries their talent? Find out here!
Three generations of Ron discuss the first Avengers sequel. Did Tony Stark learn his lesson from Iron Man 3? Will Bruce and Natasha's love grow on the battlefield? Will a city get dropped on the Earth? Find out now!
Our first foray into the Marvel Cosmic! In this episode we talk about loss, family, revenge, great music, and a whole lot more. WE ARE GROOT!
Join us for a mega-sized edition of Pops' Collection where we discuss the MCU's return to form. We discuss freedom, security, algorithms, and secrets!
Join us for a discussion on Thor's second foray into the MCU. Despite uneven pacing and unexpected story choices, we can learn some interesting things about human nature!
Back to the MCU! Join us as we discuss demons and more in this better-than-you-remember Christmas movie!
What do you get when you remove the most key part of a franchise? Well, here's an example...Listen to Pops and Ron cover this hot mess of a sequel to round out the original TMNT trilogy
Once again we go back to the brainchildren of Eastman and Laird to talk about the existential questions of a children's movie. Also, mutant reptiles and mammals
Merry Christmas from Ron and Pops! we discuss an all-time classic special. There is so much gospel to glean from this one!
A movie made by Disney, based on a graphic novel, set during WWII, and directed by Joe Johnston...but not Captain America? Come listen to what Pops and Ron have to glean from this early-90s gem (spoiler alert: Nazis are evil)
The DCEU's sophomore release has some issues, but can we glean some truths out of this film regardless?
In this episode we explore DC's answer to the MCU. Can Zack Snyder make an overpowered superhero compelling?
We are joined with Ron's son (and Pops' grandson) Isaac to talk about The Avengers. In a classic story of good vs. evil, and how masterfully all of these stories have been interwoven together
Today we take a trip in the way-back machine to WWII and see if there are any parallels of what will happen in the future
Can a story about Norse gods have anything to do with Christianity? Let's talk about that.
Only three movies in and we're hit with a sequel?!? Very rarely we see the messy aftermath of what happens after a man has a changed heart.
Probably the least MCU-like movie in the canon, we talk about Edward Norton's portrayal of a character who is driven by fear and what to do about it
We begin with looking at the unlikely mega-hit Iron Man. What can we learn about a man and his heart?