On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Michael Patterson give their full review of James Gunn’s Superman. Is this the best version of the Man of Steel ever put on screen? We discuss the performances, the story, and how it stacks up to previous Superman films.Then, we look at new House of the Dragon set photos from Hankley Common, including a dragon head prop and castle set that hint at dramatic scenes to come. Plus: Mattson Tomlin submits a script for the Aegon’s Conquest prequel.We also react to the new Stranger Things Season 5 teaser and check back in on The Sandman season 2 in What Are We Watching & Reading.Finally, don’t miss the WiC News Lightning Round, with rapid-fire takes on George Lucas at SDCC, the Zelda movie cast reveal, the return of Murderbot, and HBO’s massive Emmy noms.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Want to join us for our live show? We record every Wednesday at 3pm EST/12pm PST at https://www.youtube.com/user/WiCnetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Hating Jurassic World Rebirth, loving The Sandman, hoping for The Winds of Winter
On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman discuss whether there's finally a reason to hope for The Winds of Winter, after George R.R. Martin announces appearances at both Worldcon and New York Comic Con. Fans are sending encouragement — will it be enough?We also break down the box office and buzz around Jurassic World Rebirth. Is it a worthy entry in the franchise, or just another dino-sized disappointment?Plus, The Sandman season 2 is here — what did we think of its long-awaited return?Stick around for our usual fun with What Are We Watching & Reading and the WiC News Lightning Round, featuring hot takes on The Boys, Christopher Nolan’s leaked Odyssey trailer, and Jason Momoa entering the mosh pit!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Want to join us for our live show? We record every Wednesday at 3pm EST/12pm PST at https://www.youtube.com/user/WiCnetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Squid Game season 3: Triumph, failure or both?
On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Aysha Ashley Househ dive deep into Squid Game season 3. Was it a masterpiece or a misstep — or maybe both? From thrilling games to emotionally complex characters, we break it all down: Player 222’s baby dilemma, the cryptic ending, and Cate Blanchett’s shocking appearance.Plus, we talk House of the Dragon season 2 reshoots, the mysterious dragonseeds at Harrenhal, and George R.R. Martin heading to NYCC. Dan also teases Sandman season 2 and Aysha previews the Abbott Elementary and Always Sunny crossover!Stick around for the WiC News Lightning Round, where we speed through the latest on James Bond, Project Hail Mary, a new Vikings series, and much more.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Want to join us for our live show? We record every Wednesday at 3pm EST/12pm PST at https://www.youtube.com/user/WiCnetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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We review The Hedge Knight, the book that will become A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
On today’s episode of Take the Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman review The Hedge Knight, the beloved Game of Thrones novella that will soon be adapted into the HBO series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. What makes this Dunk & Egg tale so special — and how might HBO bring it to life?They also dive into the latest House of the Dragon leaks, including a mysterious set photo of a shipwrecked “Queen Who Never Was” and a controversial image of Rhaena Targaryen that suggests a major change from the books. Plus, what’s going on with Aegon’s arc in Season 3?In other fantasy news, The Wheel of Time may be done for good as Rosamund Pike shares a farewell message. Meanwhile, The Witcher gets recast, and the showrunners have a wild explanation for it. Sophie Okonedo earns an award nomination, and author Andrzej Sapkowski throws shade at George R.R. Martin — but also offers some surprising support.In What Are We Watching/Reading, the hosts share thoughts on the final season of Cobra Kai and the latest Murderbot episodes.And stick around for the WiC News Lightning Round, featuring rapid-fire takes on Interview With the Vampire, the future of Rey in Star Wars, Rowling vs. Pedro Pascal, the Highlander reboot, and much more from across the fantasy and sci-fi landscape.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Want to join us for our live show? We record every Wednesday at 3pm EST/12pm PST at https://www.youtube.com/user/WiCnetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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The Wheel of Time fans fight / Dune eyes the future / How do franchises become boring?
On this week’s episode of Take the Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman break down some of the wildest stories in sci-fi and fantasy!First, they dive into the passionate fan campaign to save The Wheel of Time, including sky banners, Sao Paulo billboards, and emotional IG posts from Rosamund Pike. Then, they explore the future of Dune, and whether Jason Momoa’s son is about to become a giant worm god.Later, the hosts tackle a major question: how do franchises become boring? James Gunn’s recent comments about Marvel and DC offer some insight, but is overexposure the real villain?Plus: what we’re watching and reading, and the always-chaotic WiC News Lightning Round!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Want to join us for our live show? We record every Wednesday at 3pm EST/12pm PST at https://www.youtube.com/user/WiCnetAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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