The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love
For fans who don’t just watch — they follow. The Direct Podcast is everything you need to know about the movie and TV universes you love, with news and reviews from your favorite blockbuster, comic book, and popcorn franchises. If a night at the theater feels like game day, you are in the right place.
Steven Soderbergh Takes Over The Batman 2 & Ultron Returns (For Real) in VisionQuest
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to Steven Soderbergh helping Matt Reeves finish The Batman Part II, the Mister Miracle casting, and Greta Gerwig's first Narnia trailer. Later, they review episodes three and four of VisionQuest.
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Is VisionQuest a Worthy Sequel to WandaVision?
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) review the first two episodes of VisionQuest.
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New York Comic-Con 2026 Recap
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss New York Comic-Con 2026, including the announcement of a new MCU series: Zodiac. The next episode of The Direct Podcast will be on Wednesday, October 14, reviewing the first two episodes of VisionQuest.
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Secret Wars Delay Odds Skyrocket & Lanterns Closes Out Its First Chapter
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the delayed Avengers: Secret Wars production, the final VisionQuest trailer, and Matt Reeves stepping away from The Batman Part 2. Later, the duo reviews Lanterns Episode 8. Finally, The Direct's Pamela Gores joins David for a heartfelt draft and farewell.
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4 New Avengers: Doomsday Scenes! Avengers: Endgame Encore Explained
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Avengers: Endgame Encore, including the four fresh Avengers: Doomsday scenes added to the re-release. Then, it's time to talk Star Wars Episode 10, reportedly being directed by Jon Watts. Later, the duo reviews Lanterns Episode 7.
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Spider-Man Beats Star Wars & Lanterns Episode 6 Review
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day passing Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the domestic box office, and then review Lanterns Episode 6.
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New X-Men Casting & Lanterns Episode 5 Review
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Marvel Studios casting Asa Germann as Angel in the X-Men reboot, the poor Wolverine game reviews, and then review Lanterns Episode 5.
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Spider-Noir Cancellation, Wonder Woman Casting, & Lanterns Episode 4
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Amazon and Sony canceling Spider-Noir, Adria Arjona's recent Wonder Woman comments, and then review Lanterns Episode 4.
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John Stewart's Origin is Darker Than Expected (Lanterns Episode 3 Review)
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day becoming the third-highest-grossing movie ever, some major video game updates, and then review Lanterns Episode 3.
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David Harbour Spoils Major Avengers: Doomsday Moment
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss David Harbour spilling the beans on a huge Avengers: Doomsday scene, the new DCU series featuring Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Gross, and review Episode 2 of Lanterns.
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The New X-Men Are Here & Doom is Coming (D23 Recap)
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the new X-Men cast, and all the other D23 announcements and trailers related to Marvel and Star Wars. Then, the DCU returns with Lanterns Episode 1.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Defeats Avengers: Endgame
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to the record-setting opening weekend of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. This is followed by the latest X-Men cast news, with Samara Weaving joining the 2028 film as Emma Frost. Finally, they discuss some unfortunate news about Wonder Man, Booster Gold, and Barbie 2.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day REVIEW
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) are joined by Matt Roembke to review Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
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We Attended Marvel Studios' Hall H Panel
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) recap Marvel Studios' San-Diego Comic-Con Hall H. With David having been in attendance, they provide an inside look into everything that went down, including the new trailer for Avengers: Doomsday. Also, a deep dive into all the news, like Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider, and David Jonsson taking over the Black Panther mantle. Later, they finish their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Spider-Man: No Way Home.
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Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Reactions & SDCC Preview w/ Erik Voss
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) are joined by New Rockstars' Erik Voss to preview San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Then, the duo reacts to the newly released Avengers: Doomsday trailer, the delay of The Batman - Part 2, and the opening of The Odyssey in theaters over the weekend. Later, they continue their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Spider-Man: Far From Home.
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The Avengers Assemble in First Official Doomsday Art
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to the first official Avengers: Doomsday art, highlight all the characters, including Steve Rogers' questionable outfit. Then, there's a debate over whether or not Spider-Man: Brand New Day is now showing too much, followed by an X-Men '97 Season 2 review thus far. Later, the duo continues their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Spider-Man: Homecoming.
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Supergirl Becomes an All-Time Flop — The Future of the DCU
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to Supergirl's second weekend in theaters, putting it on pace with some of the very worst comic book movies. Also, Spider-Man: Brand New Day teased the latest musical score by Michael Giacchino. Later, the duo continues their Spider-Man movie Rewind with The Amazing Spider-Man 2.
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Supergirl Summer is Here, But is it Any Good? REVIEW
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) are joined by Jenna Anderson to review DC Studios' Supergirl movie. Later, the duo continues their Spider-Man movie Rewind with The Amazing Spider-Man.
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How Spider-Man 3 Changed Superhero Movies Forever
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) continue their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3.
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Instant Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer 2 Reactions
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to the new trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day! Later, the duo discusses the latest DC news surrounding cast rumors for The Batman: Part 2 & James Gunn's latest TV project.
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Is Spider-Man 2 the Greatest Superhero Movie Ever Made?
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) continue their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2. In 2026, how does the iconic 2004 film hold up, and is it the best Spider-Man movie?
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The New Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Leaks
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to a new Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer leaking online, discuss the new Wolverine gameplay trailer, and the recent David Corenswet-filled Supergirl clip released online. Later, the duo begins their Spider-Man movie Rewind with Sam Raimi's Spider-Man (2002).
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Has the Box Office Changed Forever?
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to the rising anticipation for a new Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer, the launch of X-Men '97 Season 2, and the first look at Lex Luthor's suit in Man of Tomorrow. Later in the show, the duo is joined by box office expert Shawn Robbins to discuss the recent cultural shift and what to look forward to in June & July.
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Sony Redeems Itself – Spider-Noir Review
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) are joined by Phase Hero's Jamie Jirak to review all eight episodes fo Amazon Prime Video's Spider-Noir.
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Ranking Every Star Wars Movie
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to The Mandalorian & Grogu Box Office results, and later rank all 12 live-action Star Wars movies. Also on this show, Sebastian Stan talks The Batman: Part 2, Milly Alcock joins Man of Tomorrow, and Vought Rising releases its first trailer.
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Star Wars Returns to Theaters, But Does it Succeed? The Mandalorian & Grogu Review w/ Barstool's Robbie Fox
On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) are joined by Barstool's Robbie Fox to review the first Star Wars film in 6 1/2 years: The Mandalorian & Grogu.
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The Boys Series Finale Review
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) are joined by The Direct's Executive Editor, Tom Drew, to review The Boys Season 5, Episode 8.
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Will The Mandalorian & Grogu Succeed? Star Wars Returns to Theaters!
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Happy Star Wars Week! On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to a new poster and featurette for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Also on today's episode, the duo reacts to the cast of The Batman: Part 2 and the new trailer for HBO's Lanterns. Finally, it's time to set the expectations for The Mandalorian and Grogu, Star Wars' first film in 7 years.
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Marvel's Worst CGI Moment Ever? The Punisher Special Presentation Review
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review The Punisher: One Last Kill & The Boys Season 5, Episode 7.
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The Batman 2: Winter is Coming
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) react to Matt Reeves' post, sharing the first look at The Batman: Part 2. Later, they discuss the latest news in the DCU and MCU.
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Marvel's Best TV Finale Yet? Daredevil: Born Again Episode 8 Review
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the final episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.
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We Read the Spider-Man: Brand New Day Script
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the official release of the first few pages of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day script. This is followed by the release date of Lanterns, the controversial new trailer for The Odyssey, and a shocking move by Netflix, moving Narnia to theaters in 2027.
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The First Clayface Trailer Melted Our Minds
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the new trailers for Spider-Noir and DC's Clayface. Then, the duo breaks down the latest news around James Gunn's DCU, followed by reacting to the cancellation of Gen V, and the extraordinary Michael box office numbers.
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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 6 & The Boys Season 5 Episode 4 Reviews
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the next episode of The Boys Season 5.
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We've Seen the Avengers: Doomsday Trailer (Full CinemaCon 2026 Recap)
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson asks Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) about everything he saw at CinemaCon 2026, including the exclusive Avengers: Doomsday trailer.
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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 5 & The Boys Season 5 Episode 3 Reviews
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the next episode of The Boys Season 5.
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1:46 - Daredevil: Born Again Review
21:45 - The Boys Review
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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 4 & The Boys Season 5 Episodes 1 & 2 Reviews
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) review the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and the first two episodes of The Boys Season 5.
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0:00 - Intro
3:55 - Daredevil: Born Again SPOILERS
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Marvel Zombies Season 2 Confirmed, Spider-Man Easter Egg, & Mario Galaxy Movie Review
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the news of Marvel Zombies returning for Season 2, Robert Downey Jr.'s Easter Egg Instagram post, and review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
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0:17 - Intro
3:21 - News
35:08 - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review
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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episodes 2 & 3 Review
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Emmett (isuperebba) are joined by Berkan Dincer (Big Screen Berkan) to review the latest two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.
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Wonder Man Season 2 Gets Greenlit, Harry Potter Tears the Internet Apart, and Fox Joins the Mario Galaxy Movie
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the news of Wonder Man returning for Season 2, whether or not Avengers: Doomsday should move its release date up, & the new HBO Harry Potter series trailer. Later, it's all things Mario with the announcement of Glen Powell's Star Fox & box office predictions for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
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