Mass-Debaters

Diandre Robinson

Welcome to Mass-Debaters, the show where movies, TV shows, and music all get put under the microscope. We review, rank, argue, laugh, and sometimes even agree — but no matter what, it’s always entertaining. From classics to new releases, hidden gems to overrated hits, nothing is off-limits. If you love bold opinions, real conversations, and a whole lot of fun, you’re in the right place. We laugh. We debate. We Mass-Debate. -Mass-Debaters

  1. 5 HR AGO

    The Ultimate Anime Showdown: Rankings and Insights

    This episode dives into the world of anime, ranking popular series and exploring their impact on culture. Hosts discuss their favorites, share insights on the genre, and reveal surprising facts about beloved shows. In this episode, we explore the top anime series, their impact, and behind-the-scenes insights, featuring passionate discussions on favorites like Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Demon Slayer. Perfect for anime fans and newcomers alike, discover what makes these series iconic and how they shaped global anime culture. key topics: Anime ranking methodology Impact of anime on global culture Surprising facts about popular series Anime rankings and impact Manga sales and streaming success Behind-the-scenes insights on popular series Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rankings and Nostalgia 06:22 Ranking Anime and TV Shows 10:30 Discussion on Iconic Anime Series 15:36 Exploring Western Influences in Anime 20:57 Blind Rankings and Audience Engagement 25:18 The Debate on Anime Adaptations 26:47 Exploring 'The Seven Deadly Sins' 28:46 The Legacy of Pokémon 33:50 Fullmetal Alchemist: A Tale of Brotherhood 38:15 The Rise of Black Clover 41:34 Demon Slayer: A New Era 44:20 Solo Leveling: The Infinite Journey 47:50 Alphen Lead: A Personal Favorite 48:18 The Countdown Begins 49:57 One Season Wonders 50:53 Cult Classics and Their Impact 52:00 The Boondocks: A Cultural Phenomenon 57:42 Dragon Ball: The Legacy Continues resources Anime Community TikTok - Anime Jones - https://www.tiktok.com/@animejones Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/70205003 Pokemon Official Site - https://www.pokemon.com Yu-Gi-Oh! Official Site - https://www.yugioh.com Cowboy Bebop on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/70285586 Dragon Ball Franchise - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon_Ball Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimetsu_no_Yaiba Solo Leveling Webtoon - https://www.webtoons.com/en/fantasy/solo-leveling Crunchyroll Streaming Platform - https://www.crunchyroll.com MyAnimeList - https://myanimelist.net Black Clover Manga and Anime - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Clover Anime Impact: The Movies and Shows That Changed the Genre - https://www.amazon.com/Anime-Impact-Movies-Changed-Genre/dp/XXXXXX

    1h 12m
  2. 6 MAR

    Every Robert De Niro Movie Ranked: From Worst to Best

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the woman who loves Robert De Niro almost as much as her husband! In this special episode of Mass-debaters Presents Rankings with my Wife, Diandre Robinson and his lovely wife dive deep into the legendary career of one of cinema's greatest actors. We gathered the rankings from across the entire network to bring you the definitive list of the top 33 Robert De Niro movies. The episode kicks off with a rapid-fire rundown of movies ranking from 33 all the way to 11, including deep cuts like Copland, Stardust, and even the modern masterpiece Joker. Once we hit the TOP 10, the real fun begins with a BLIND RANKING challenge. Diandre’s wife has to place these iconic films without knowing what is coming next. From the hilarious antics of Meet the Parents and Dirty Grandpa to the intense drama of Cape Fear and The Untouchables, we cover it all. We also play a game of BUDGET VS. BOX OFFICE to see if these classics actually made money, and we share some mind-blowing trivia about the filming of Heat and Goodfellas. Did you know the shootout in Heat is used for military training? Or that Joe Pesci improvised his most famous line in Goodfellas? Whether you are a fan of the mob classics or De Niro’s comedic turn, this ranking has something for everyone. Stick around until the end to see if your favorite movie grabbed the number one spot! CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro and Special Birthday Celebration 2:15 Ranking De Niro: Movies 33 through 11 5:40 Number 10: Dirty Grandpa Blind Ranking 8:20 Number 9: Analyze This and Mafia Therapy 11:00 Number 8: The Untouchables and Al Capone 14:15 Number 7: Heat and the Iconic Diner Scene 17:45 Number 6: Jackie Brown and Pam Grier 20:30 Number 5: Meet the Parents and Comedy Hits 23:00 Number 4: Cape Fear and Thriller Vibes 25:15 Number 3: The Godfather Part II 27:30 Number 2: Casino and Las Vegas History 29:00 Number 1: Goodfellas and Final Rankings 30:18 Outro and Birthday Wishes If you enjoyed this deep dive into film history, make sure to SMASH that like button and SUBSCRIBE for more movie rankings and podcast episodes. Tell us in the comments what YOUR personal number one Robert De Niro movie is! 🎬🍿✨

    30 min
  3. 27 FEB

    The Movie That Beat Black Panther

    Discover the movie that beat Black Panther for the top spot as we rank the 28 best Black films ever made. In this special Black History Month episode, Diandre Robinson assembles the "Black Avengers" of the podcast network—CJ, Jazz, Josh, and Kendra—to debate the definitive list of cinema’s most impactful stories.From the gritty streets of Boyz n the Hood to the royal courts of Zamunda and Wakanda, the crew breaks down the cultural significance, box office success, and rewatchability of these legendary movies. We argue over Denzel Washington’s greatest performances, discuss if the upcoming film Sinners is already a classic, and test our knowledge with lyrical trivia and budget-guessing games.The debate gets heated as we face off between nostalgia and modern masterpieces. Does Eddie Murphy’s comedic genius in Coming to America outweigh the superhero phenomenon of the MCU? Is Get Out the greatest horror film of this generation? We cover honorable mentions, shocking snubs, and the specific movies that defined our childhoods. Watch to see where classics like Malcolm X, Lean on Me, Harlem Nights, and Love & Basketball land in this blind ranking showdown.#topblackfilms #topblackmovies #comingtoamerica #bestblackmovies #mustwatchmoviesCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro & Movie Rankings01:10 - Lyrically Correct Music Game05:15 - Best Black Movies Honorable Mentions06:34 - Ranking Top 28-11 Black Films11:20 - The Harder They Fall Review11:36 - What's Love Got to Do with It11:40 - Remember the Titans Analysis11:57 - The Pursuit of Happyness Discussion13:03 - Don't Be a Menace Review15:10 - The Color Purple Classic15:28 - Antwone Fisher Movie Talk15:43 - Notorious B.I.G. Biopic Review17:15 - Do the Right Thing Spike Lee17:28 - New Jack City Film Breakdown17:39 - The Five Heartbeats Musical Drama18:48 - John Q Denzel Washington Performance23:33 - Harlem Nights Comedy Classic28:27 - Crooklyn Spike Lee Film32:00 - Lean on Me Morgan Freeman36:10 - Boyz n the Hood Masterpiece42:06 - Malcolm X Biopic Discussion45:20 - Get Out Jordan Peele Horror49:20 - Get Out Sunken Place Theory50:12 - Sinners Movie Trailer Reaction54:34 - Cinders Film Discussion59:58 - Coming to America Eddie Murphy1:06:14 - Final Movie Ranking Thoughts1:10:20 - Next Month Content Preview1:11:19 - Current TV Show Recommendations1:15:00 - Daniel's Top Binge Watches1:15:10 - Technical Difficulties & Bloopers1:17:18 - Outro & Closing Remarks

    1h 18m
  4. 20 FEB

    Ranking The 25 WORST Superhero Movies Of All Time

    Join Diandre, CJ, and Josh as we rank the 25 WORST Superhero Movies Of All Time in this hilarious and heated episode. We kick things off with a chaotic round of "Lyrically Correct: 80s Edition" before getting straight into the cinematic disasters that comic book fans wish they could forget.The crew holds nothing back as they roast the biggest flops in history. We break down the disappointment of the Galactus cloud in *Rise of the Silver Surfer*, the controversial CGI in *The Flash*, and the absolute betrayal of *Dragonball Evolution*. The debate gets intense over the fake Mandarin twist in *Iron Man 3*, the "Bat-nipples" in *Batman & Robin*, and the wasted potential of *X-Men Apocalypse*. From Shaq’s performance in *Steel* to the confusing plot of *Glass* and the musical elements of *Joker 2*, we cover every cringeworthy moment. Tune in to see which movie earns the shameful title of the number one worst superhero film ever made.#morbiusreview #badcomicmovies #batmanandrobin #dcmoviefails #marveldcflopsCHAPTERS:00:00 - Podcast Intro & Welcome0:22 - Lyrically Correct Game Segment4:19 - Ranking Worst Superhero Movies9:58 - X-Men Apocalypse Movie Review10:47 - Iron Man 3 Critique14:28 - Spider-Man 3 Disappointment15:28 - Howard the Duck (1986)17:05 - Shaq’s Steel Movie Review17:55 - Venom Let There Be Carnage19:16 - Batman and Robin (1997)21:35 - TMNT 3 Movie Review22:18 - Morbius Marvel Movie Critique23:51 - Jonah Hex DC Movie25:20 - Thor The Dark World Review28:55 - Turbo A Power Rangers Movie35:45 - Ben Affleck Daredevil Movie39:45 - Joker Folie à Deux Discussion42:20 - Fantastic Four (2015) Review45:35 - Elektra Marvel Movie Review49:00 - M. Night Shyamalan Glass53:06 - Wonder Woman 1984 Critique56:44 - Worst Superhero Movie #158:27 - Worst Superhero Movie #21:00:18 - Worst Superhero Movie #31:02:50 - Recap and Future Episodes1:04:10 - Final Thoughts and Goodbyes1:05:14 - Shili E Segment1:05:30 - Thank You to Listeners1:05:46 - Upcoming Podcast Episodes1:06:00 - Podcast Outro

    1h 6m

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Welcome to Mass-Debaters, the show where movies, TV shows, and music all get put under the microscope. We review, rank, argue, laugh, and sometimes even agree — but no matter what, it’s always entertaining. From classics to new releases, hidden gems to overrated hits, nothing is off-limits. If you love bold opinions, real conversations, and a whole lot of fun, you’re in the right place. We laugh. We debate. We Mass-Debate. -Mass-Debaters