In Episode 358 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re covering the latest news from across the geek galaxy — from Gallifrey to Hawkins, Gotham to Tatooine.

News Highlights:

• Doctor Who producer defends the show’s storytelling direction, insisting it must “reflect the world in which we live” while addressing fan concerns about its creative future.

• Batgirl actor Jacob Scipio calls the cancelled movie “a phenomenal film the world never got to see.” Could Warner Bros. ever release it?

• Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 1 episode lengths confirmed, sparking debate after last season’s marathon runtimes.

• Michael J. Fox admits he hated driving the DeLorean in Back to the Future — and his reason makes perfect sense.

• George Lucas opens up about selling Star Wars to Disney 13 years later, revealing how he really feels about giving up creative control.

Trailer Talk:

• Edgar Wright’s The Running Man (2025) trailer drops, starring Glen Powell — a modern twist on the dystopian classic.

Reviews:

• Slow Horses — Apple TV’s brilliant spy thriller continues to impress with wit and grit.

• Tulsa King — Stallone’s crime boss saga stays stylish and sharp in its latest season.

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In Episode 357 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re covering the latest in sci-fi, superhero, and streaming news — from Hogwarts to Hollywood!

News Highlights:

First look: John Lithgow is spotted as Dumbledore on the set of HBO’s Harry Potter series. Fans are already buzzing about the casting and his impressive wizard beard.

Sigourney Weaver reveals she’s met with Disney about returning to Alien after reading “quite extraordinary” script pages. Could Ripley be back in the fight?

James Gunn explains how the Peacemaker finale changes the DCU’s direction forever, reveals Deadpool nearly had a cameo, and confirms no plans yet for Season 3.

Former Doctor Who writer shares a bleak outlook on the show’s future, questioning its creative direction and staying power.

Trailer Talk:

Marvel Television’s Wonder Man trailer drops on Disney+, giving us a glimpse of Marvel’s most meta superhero yet.

Reviews:

Slow Horses — Apple TV’s sharp, sardonic spy drama keeps the tension and wit alive.

Tulsa King — Sylvester Stallone’s mob series continues to pack a punch in Season 2.

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In Episode 356 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we break down this week’s biggest entertainment stories, new trailers, and reviews from across TV and film.

News Highlights:

Superman smashes records on HBO Max with over 13 million views in just 10 days — the platform’s biggest movie launch since Barbie.

James Gunn confirms Peacemaker’s Earth-X storyline goes deeper than “just giving us a punching bag with racists.”

Original Tron star Bruce Boxleitner urges fans to rally behind Tron: Ares, warning “box office is everything.”

J.K. Rowling reignites her feud with Emma Watson, calling the actress “ignorant” while claiming Watson once sent her a supportive note about the backlash.

Trailers:

OD – Knock teaser drops — surreal, creepy, and beautifully odd.

Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein trailer arrives on Netflix, promising gothic grandeur and emotional terror.

Reviews:

Slow Horses — the sharp, witty spy drama continues to deliver.

Tulsa King — Stallone’s mob drama keeps swinging hard in Season 2.

Retro Review:

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Homefront and Paradise Lost: paranoia grips Starfleet as Sisko confronts a Federation on the brink.

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