HypeCheck Pod

HypeCheckPod

It’s basically our pub chats — but with microphones.We’ve been friends for over 15 years, and without fail, every night out turns into the same question: “So… what are you watching?”From epic movies and binge-worthy TV series to the video games stealing our sleep, we break it all down — passionately, honestly, and sometimes loudly. We don’t always agree, but that’s what keeps the conversation interesting.We’re lifelong cinema fans, series addicts, and collectors at heart — whether it’s stacking up UHD Blu-rays, hunting down vinyl pressings, or defending why physical media still hits different.Think bold recommendations, heated debates, nostalgia trips, and the occasional argument over what actually deserves the hype.Grab a drink. Join the conversation.Welcome to Hype Check Pod. 🎙️

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    Hype Check Pod - Episode 1: What's happening with Star Wars (The State of the Galaxy 2026)

    Welcome to the very first episode of the Hype Check Pod! To kick things off, we’re doing a massive "Hype Check" on the biggest franchise in the multiverse. Is the Force truly with us in 2026, or are we just looking at a galaxy of missed opportunities? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the current landscape of Star Wars. From the boardroom shifts at Lucasfilm to the "Mandoverse" and beyond, we’re breaking down what works, what doesn't, and why our feelings on certain eras are shifting faster than a jump to lightspeed. *On the Table Today:* The Filoni Factor: With Dave Filoni now firmly in the (Co-)President’s chair at Lucasfilm, we discuss his journey from George Lucas’s "Padawan" to the architect of the modern era. Is his vision the "New Hope" we needed? The Original Trilogy vs. The World: We pay our respects to the foundation of it all while looking at how the OT holds up against the modern "high-prestige" storytelling of shows like Andor. The Prequel Redemption: It’s been decades, and the world is finally coming around. We discuss the cultural shift in how people view the Prequels—and we get honest about how even we are starting to unironically love this trilogy.  Check the Hype: "Is Star Wars better now than it was in 1977? Or are we just blinded by the glow of a thousand Disney+ notifications?" Listen in as we separate the hope from the HYPE. If you enjoyed the content then why not show us some love and Buy Us a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/hypecheckpod Connect with the Pod: Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Hype Check Pod! or join us on your favourite podcasting services. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hypecheck-pod/id1874492775 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TzeQtTPt0tuCikVEZ5mUO  "Follows us on" https://www.instagram.com/hype_check_pod/ https://www.instagram.com/rg_movies/ https://www.instagram.com/thecollector4k/ https://www.instagram.com/d2k4l/ Leave a review and let us know: Which Star Wars era are you currently "Hype Checking"? To contact us, reach out: hypecheckpod@gmail.com

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It’s basically our pub chats — but with microphones.We’ve been friends for over 15 years, and without fail, every night out turns into the same question: “So… what are you watching?”From epic movies and binge-worthy TV series to the video games stealing our sleep, we break it all down — passionately, honestly, and sometimes loudly. We don’t always agree, but that’s what keeps the conversation interesting.We’re lifelong cinema fans, series addicts, and collectors at heart — whether it’s stacking up UHD Blu-rays, hunting down vinyl pressings, or defending why physical media still hits different.Think bold recommendations, heated debates, nostalgia trips, and the occasional argument over what actually deserves the hype.Grab a drink. Join the conversation.Welcome to Hype Check Pod. 🎙️

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