Chummy Thumbs
The Chummy Thumbs Podcast is your new go-to hangout for everything TV and film—served with humour, honest opinions, and the kind of banter only true screen-obsessed friends can deliver. Each week, we dive into the newest shows, mini-series, and movies across all major streaming services, breaking down what’s worth your time (and what absolutely isn’t). But we don’t stop at reviews. We dig into beloved classics, hidden gems you may have missed, and the cult favourites we can’t stop rewatching. Along the way, we open the curtain on our own experiences working as actors and independent...
I Don't Trust People Who Take Naps - Punisher: One Last Kill
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Welcome to episode 105 of Chummy Thumbs!
We get into the Disney+ mini movie - Punisher: One Last Kill
Where does this mini movie fit into the larger MCU shows/movies?
Is it at all related to the previous 2 seasons of the show from netflix (now on Disney + as well)
How does it play as a one-off?
Hard R from Disney, does it work? Was this a tester for future projects?
Are comic fans loving or l...
Is He Saying Fractions Instead of Factions? - Ahsoka recap
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Welcome to episode 104 of Chummy Thumbs!
With news of season 2 dropping early 2027, join us for our dive into Star Wars and the Disney+ series: Ahsoka
Does Star Wars need to age with its audience?
Are critics expecting too much of any new film?
How should future films be approached? Writers workshops? Audience input? Singular overseer (Dave Filoni).
Has Ashoka introduced a way to bring in ultimate timelines through the world between worlds?
Where do...
I would describe my build as much like Jabba The Hut
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Welcome to episode 103 of Chummy Thumbs!
With news of season 2 dropping early 2027, join us for our dive into Star Wars and the Disney+ series: Ahsoka
Justin and Hayden are fans, having watched the series previously (but with limited recollection on some parts), and Shao watched with fresh eyes for the first time!
What species is Ahsoka? How do you pronounce it? What are the things on her head called? All these important questions are raised and mostly answered.
Luke Skywalker is not an Easter Egg - Maul: Shadow Lord
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May is here, which means May the 4th has come (and gone) and is celebrated by Star Wars fans across the globe.
Welcome to episode 102 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our dive into Star Wars and the new Disney+ series: Maul - Shadow Lord.
Justin and Hayden are big fans. Have they been able to turn Shao to the ways of the force and turn him into one as well?
What's the appropriate way a...
Why Does Nobody Want to Touch My Treasure Chest Sock?
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Chummy Thumbs hits 100 pt.2
Welcome to episode 100 of Chummy Thumbs! (Technically episode 101)
Join us for our first in-person recording in quite a while.
We decided it was time to get the gang all together in the same room for a recording of our 100th episode.
What better time to bring on our first guest than this milestone episode? Wendy Chan, a former Production Manager for VFX and animation from some of the biggest films in recent memory, joins us fo...
I saw this bathtub chain in Japan and thought of you
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Chummy Thumbs hits 100 pt.1
Welcome to episode 100 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our first in-person recording in quite a while.
We decided it was time to get the gang all together in the same room for a recording of our 100th episode (part 2 coming this Monday!)
Justin and his mystery chest full of insightful question-inducing treasures bring out some stories you may not have heard from us before.
Join the conversation online or email us!
We'll call it something cool, like Grass You Up - STEAL recap pt 2.
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Welcome to episode 099 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the Amazon Prime mini-series, Steal (episodes 4-6).
- The biggest heist in British history, £4 billion, has taken place, but now what?
- Luke has been kidnapped, Zara is under suspicion and on the run from the police, MI5. and the bad guys.
- Who is actually in charge of the heist team? What are they waiting for?
- Will Zara and police detective Rh...
Sounds like you've buried bags of money before - STEAL recap
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Welcome to episode 098 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the Amazon Prime mini-series, Steal (episodes 1 - 3).
- Welcome to the next show we've taken a chance on. This one comes comes from British independent television production company Drama Republic.
- The biggest heist in British history. £4 billion from the pension accounts of everyday citizens.
- How do they do it? Who's involved?
- We are introduced to the...
I love that Weird Al song, Amish Paradise - Paradise S2 recap ep 8 (The Finale)
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Welcome to episode 097 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the finale episode of Paradise season 2 (episode 8: Exodus)
- This is it, the culmination of everything we've been discussing and theorising over for the whole season.
- Does the season redeem itself, in our eyes, or does it fail to capitalise on the power of season 1?
- Alex, we discover what it is, but does it explain what the season has shown us?
I'm a mailman but used to be a lifeguard - Paradise S2 recap ep 7
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Welcome to episode 096 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the latest episodes of Paradise season 2 (episode 7: The Final Countdown)
- Xavier is back with Teri, but there are a few things to do first.
- Gary, what is happening with you? Any justice for murder? Or trying to blow up everyone?
- Dr Sexy, smarter and more lethal than Jane?
- Link gets some apple pie from Sinatra, and they discuss the fu...
Dismantle is a beautiful way to say Vandalise - Paradise S2 recap ep 6
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Welcome to episode 095 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the latest episodes of Paradise season 2 (episode 6: Jane)
- Can you guess who the focus of this episode is? Yes, that's right, it's Jane.
- Back story of Jane, what is she all about, is she as deadly as we think? What's really going on inside that head of hers?
- Do we all agree that she's one of the most interesting characters of this s...
Gerald Von Stoinch - Paradise S2 recap ep 5
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Welcome to episode 094 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the latest episodes of Paradise season 2 (episode 5: The Mailman)
- Xavier learns about Gary, the mailman, and what has happened in the last three years.
- Where is his wife? She was there, but now she is gone. taken by someone?
- How has the world outside of the dome prospered?
- Are people thriving in pockets, pulling together to survive, or is i...
All of the Babies - Paradise S2 recap ep 3&4
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Welcome to episode 093 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion of the latest episodes of Paradise season 2 (Another Day in Paradise & A Holy Charge)
- Sinatra is awake and under the microscope from the new president and Dr Torabi.
- Is there a revolution building in the underground of the dome community?
-What secrets are being safeguarded by Sinatra?
- How far will Jane go and to what lengths will you stoop to?
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Graceland & Mayday - Paradise season 2
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Welcome to episode 092 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us for our in-depth spoiler review and discussion on the new season of Paradise, now streaming on Disney + and hulu.
Sit back and enjoy as we dissect the first two episodes of this new season.
- Who is Annie, and why is she determined to live at the catastrophe alone in Graceland?
- Will Xavier land in Atlanta and find his wife?
- What's the deal with Link? Is he who he says he is...
An Evening With Hobbits - Fan Expo: Vancouver
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
This week Shao and Hayden take a look back at Fan Expo: Vancouver.
We’re talking auditions, Hayden's serving history, and his acting chops are decent enough to work with Shao.
With no Justin this week the episode will focus on hitting the highlights of Fan Expo Vancouver!
Straight from the get-go, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles panel. Rumours, nostalgia, pizza energy, and pure turtle‑powered enthus...
Fallout season 2 - pt 6 Finale (The Strip)
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
Episode 8. The Strip. The finale episode of series 2 of the show, based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout.
Everything comes to a head in this jam-packed finale. Many questions are answered, but like all good season endings, it left it open for many more to be answered!
Maximus takes on the Deathclaws. Will he be the people's champion? The citizens of New Vegas take beats while...
Fallout season 2 - pt 5 (The Handoff)
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
Episode 7. The Handoff. The penultimate episode to series 2 of this show based pmn the video game series of the same name, Fallout..
Characters converge. Every one is finding their way back to one another, but where is it all leading?
Cooper/The Ghoul, now paired with Maximus and his new armour, has plans to get passed the Deathclaws and uncover some secrets about House.
Lucy and Hank continue to have a s...
Fallout season 2 - pt 4 (The Other Player)
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
Episode 6. The Other Player. A lot is going on here. Where is it all leading? Let's find out!
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about by nuclear decimation.
Now the episode. New Vegas, we're still here but where are we headed?
Cooper/The Ghoul struggles to keep his humanity intact and an impaled existence.
O...
Fallout season 2 - pt 3 (The Wrangler)
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
Episode 5. The Wrangler. Has this been the best of the season? Lets find out!
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about by nuclear decimation.
Before we get to the episode discussion, we tackle the weather... yes the weather. Here in Vancouver it's a very different type of winter to the rest of Canada.
Hayden introduces Shao...
Fallout season 2 - pt 2 (The Profligate - The Demon in the Snow)
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Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
With the new season of Fallout halfway through, we get stuck into it once again and discuss episodes 3 & 4.
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about by nuclear decimation.
The world-building has certainly gotten bigger!
Macauley Culkin and the Legion.
Kumail Nanjiani and the Commonwealth.
Lucy finally finds her inner wasteland warrior mojo. Finally.
D...
We Are Back... Fallout season 2 - pt 1 (The Innovator - The Golden Rule)
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HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE
Welcome back to a new episode of Chummy Thumbs!
With the new season of Fallout now well and truly here we get back into it, with a little touch on the finale of season 1.
Now in unknown territory, all three of the Chumbs are seeing these episodes for the first time.
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about b...
'A Die Hard Christmas' Reprise
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SPECIAL BONUS CHRISTMAS EVE EPISODE
It's that time of year, everyone, the night before the big day.
We all spend forever counting down to the day, and then it's suddenly upon us!
So in the spirit of all things Christmas, we have decided to share with you a special reading of 'A Die Hard Christmas'.
Sit back in your favourite chair, take a sip of whatever it is you're drinking and let us take you on a journey.
It's another great episode...
Fallout season 1 - pt 2 (The Head - The Ghouls - The Past)
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Welcome to episode 083 of Chummy Thumbs!
With the new season of Fallout just around the corner (Dec 17th), we thought we would take this opportunity to recap/rewatch season 1.
The rewatch value is high as both Justin and Shao are getting more out of it the second time around, as for Hayden, it's all brand new.
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about by nuclear decimation.
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Fallout season 1 - pt1 (The End - The Target)
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Welcome to episode 082 of Chummy Thumbs!
With the new season of Fallout just around the corner, we thought we would take this opportunity to go back over and watch season 1.
Justin and Shao get a refresher, Hayden gets to watch for the first time.
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout, shows us a world set in a post-apocalyptic USA brought about by nuclear decimation.
We follow Lucy as she leaves the 'safety' of her underground vault to track...
Strap on Your Boots pt 3.
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Welcome to episode 081 of Chummy Thumbs!
We finish up our discussion on Netflix's Marine Corps boot camp drama 'Boots'.
This week, we'll be looking at episodes 6, 7, 8 of this 8-part season.
'Boots' is centred around Cope, a gay teenager who has enlisted in the Marine Corps and is attempting to prove to himself that he is capable and worthy of the task.
The final act of this series brings many questions to a head. Will Cope have what it takes to make it through the training a...
Strap on Your Boots pt 2.
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Welcome to episode 080 of Chummy Thumbs!
We continue our discussion on the Netflix's Marine Corps boot camp drama 'Boots'.
This week, we'll be looking at episodes 3,4,5 (or 2,3,4 Justin pace) of this 8-part season.
'Boots' is centred around Cope, a gay teenager who has enlisted in the Marine Corps and is attempting to prove to himself that he is capable and worthy of the task.
Tensions rise between friends. Camaraderie comes in toilet bowls and toilet paper.
Will certain actions divide the squadron, or wi...
Strap on Your Boots
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Welcome to episode 079 of Chummy Thumbs!
Sitting nicely in Netflix's top 10 is our next show we're looking to get stuck into: the marine boot camp drama 'Boots'.
This week we'll discuss the first two episodes of this 8 part season.
When you don't know your place in the world, what do you do? Try and find yourself and your place in it? How about joining the Marine Corps with your best friend?
'Boots' is centred around Cope, a gay teenager who does just that.
Ba...
This is Halloween. This is Halloween.
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Welcome to episode 078 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join Spider-Man and Spider-Man and another spidey...
Shao is back! He joins Justin and Hayden and recounts his journeys through Japan.
What are some of his highlights? Super Mario World? Sushi train mishaps? Some great stories indeed.
Halloween is happening tonight! What are your plans? Traditions?
Hayden makes a confessional statement. What is it?
Giveaway time! Did you get this week's keyword? How about the bonus entries? That's right, listen the wh...
K-pop Dragon Trainers
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Welcome to episode 077 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join Justin and Hayden as they discuss the live-action remake 'How to Train Your Dragon' and the phenomenon that is 'K-pop Demon Hunters'.
Shao is still away, Jet-setting, so they've had to tackle two films to fill his missing seat.
Does live-action always work for animated films? What works for the transition? What doesn't?
K-pop Demon Hunters, the biggest Netflix film ever. Platinum soundtrack. Hayden came late to the party, but was absolutely loving it.
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The Fall-Autumn-PSL-Han Solo Season
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Welcome to episode 075 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us today as we discuss the beloved season that is Fall (or Autumn, depending where you're from), and all that the changing of seasons brings with it.
While Shao is away (or is he?) we land between shows and movies, so decided to chat about this time of the year.
New sports seasons begin. Football, Soccer, Hockey. What are we ready and excited for?
Will Hayden ever understand the allure of Hockey? Will Justin and Shao b...
Dark Wolves bringing the suspense pt 4 - the finale
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Welcome to episode 075 of Chummy Thumbs!
The finale episode of the military/ espionage/ suspense/ drama/ thriller series 'The Terminal List: Dark Wolves'.
This prequel series to the popular "The Terminal List" (2022) is Executive Produced by Chris Pratt, and stars Taylor Kitsch in the lead role.
Justin and Hayden are back, having to go at it as only 2/3 of the Thumbs as Shao is away. But fear not loyal listeners! He was kind enough to send us his thoughts on the series finale, so you...
Dark Wolves bringing the suspense pt 3
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Welcome to episode 074 of Chummy Thumbs!
The penultimate episode of the military/ espionage/ suspense/ drama/ thriller series 'The Terminal List: Dark Wolves'.
This prequel series to the popular "The Terminal List" (2022) is Executive Produced by Chris Pratt, and stars Taylor Kitsch in the lead role.
Have you ever stressed about travelling? Did you remember everything? What have I forgotten? Will I make my flight? As Shao readies to jetset for a month, he brings those real questions to the table.
Now, episode 6...
Dark Wolves bringing the suspense pt 2
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Welcome to episode 073 of Chummy Thumbs!
On to the next two episodes of the military/ espionage/ suspense/ drama/ thriller series 'The Terminal List: Dark Wolves".
This prequel series to the popular "The Terminal List" (2022) is Executive Produced by Chris Pratt, and stars Taylor Kitsch in the lead role.
Preamble... with the announcement of the newest iPhone, where do we think the future of mobile devices is headed?
Now, the series!
- Have they levelled up the intensity? There is no m...
Dark Wolves bringing the suspense pt 1.
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Welcome to episode 072 of Chummy Thumbs!
Time to get stuck into a military/ espionage/ suspense/ drama/ thriller new series from Amazon Prime.
Come with us as we discuss the first three episodes of 'The Terminal List: Dark Wolves".
This prequel series to the popular "The Terminal List" (2022) is Executive Produced by Chris Pratt, and stars Taylor Kitsch in the lead role.
Did someone say giveaway? We hint at a giveaway for some goodies Shao brought back with him from his time...
Daniel Dae Kim is one handsome man pt 2.
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Welcome to episode 071 of Chummy Thumbs!
We are back as a whole. The Chummy Thumbs team welcomes Shao back from his little adventure out of town, just in time to help us discuss the end of the Daniel Dae Kim led mini series 'Butterfly'.
International travel comes with its own set of interesting and curious stories. We start with some of our own, and some of the more strange ones we've heard.
But the real talk is 'Butterfly' and how well does it end?
- B...
Daniel Dae Kim is one handsome man
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Welcome to episode 070 of Chummy Thumbs!
We're 2/3 Chummy Thumbs this week as Shao is out of town, but join Justin and Hayden as they discuss the Daniel Dae Kim led mini series 'Butterfly' streaming on Amazon Prime.
How's life? School? Work? Family? This is the part where you get to know what we're up to.
TV watching guidelines, do you have any? Problems with drooling? How about the two together?
Now, the series!
- Butterfly. What do we think of the first few e...
Swords & Sandals from Scott to your Screen
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Welcome to episode 069 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us today as we discuss the Epic film from an age long ago, Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Connie Nielsen.
The original Gladiator came out in 2000, can Ridley find the same magic 25 years later?
But before we get to that, we start off like we do, with a little friendly chat, leading us to get into the ultimate driving music. Is it Creed? Guns n Roses? Refused? Eminem? Aerosmith? Red Ho...
Amazon Prime: it can save you from an Alien invasion.
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Welcome to episode 068 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us today as we discuss the latest adaptation of H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds. War of the Worlds - starring Ice Cube.
It's hard to pinpoint a movie in recent memory that has been universally labelled 'the worst film ever made'.
Does it fall into the category of so bad it's good? Or is it actually that bad?
We discuss this film in detail, what we liked (was there anything?), what we would change, and do...
Please...Leave your clothes on - The Naked Gun
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Welcome to episode 067 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us today as we come back from a holiday weekend and discuss the 80s classic, The Naked Gun: From The Files of Police Squad!
We preface this week's episode with a quick discussion of our weekend adventures.
Victory for Coyote vs Acme. The film will see the light of day despite the studio's best efforts to shelve it.
Reality television - what is your all-time favourite version of this genre of TV?
Which, if any, do...
Happy Gilmore 2 - do I compare thee to your 90s original?
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Welcome to episode 066 of Chummy Thumbs!
Join us today as we discuss the highly anticipated sequel to a 90s classic, Happy Gilmore 2.
We preface this week's episode with a quick discussion of the animated film 'Kpop Demon Hunters'.
Happy Gilmore 2.
We've all been tracking this film for a long time, and now is the time, it has finally arrived on Netflix.
Adam Sandler brings back his iconic hockey player turned golfer.
- Was it a h...
