The Ringer-Verse The Ringer

Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James discuss the biggest news from this week's Nintendo Direct (including a 'Legend of Zelda' with playable Zelda and proof of life for 'Metroid Prime 4'), gaming's suddenly stacked release schedule for the rest of 2024, and what the Switch 2's launch lineup could look like. Then they reflect on the legacy of 'Elden Ring' and share their spoiler-free early impressions of its acclaimed new expansion, 'Shadow of the Erdtree.'
Host: Ben Lindbergh
Guests: Steve Ahlman and Matt James
Producer: Devon Renaldo
Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal
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The Supes and the Jedi battle it out, and the Midnight Boys are here to break it all down! First, jump into the messy drama of 'The Boys' and see what the boys think about Homelander confronting his past (06:50). Then, see how strong the force is with the latest episode of 'The Acolyte' and how the mystery unfolds (53:57).
Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
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Listen as the Midnight Boys break down Season 2, Episode 1 of ‘House of the Dragon’ like only they know how. Along the way, the guys discuss whether the show leans toward Team Green or Team Black. They then, of course, get into the chaos that came with Blood and Cheese. Later, the Midnight Meter is broken out to officially score this loaded season premiere.

Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
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Steve and Jomi are back and ready to go on a journey with their emotions in reaction to Disney Pixar’s latest ‘Inside Out 2’ (02:00). The guys are joined by director of the film Kelsey Mann later to get some insight into how the film came together, things that didn’t make the final cut, and much more (27:00). Later, Jomi and Steve share their tier rankings of every Pixar movie ever (54:00).
Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman
Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
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‘The Boys’ is back for Season 4, and so are the Midnight Boys! Listen as they dive into a more general discussion on the centrality of Homelander and Butcher throughout the series. Then, they get into Season 4 of the show, which is the therapy season for many characters but especially Homelander. Also discussed is Victoria Neuman’s role this season. Later, they take a second to highlight Sage’s role in the show as a new character.

Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Jonathan Kermah, and Steve Ahlman
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal
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Welcome to the new Ringer-Verse channel! It's time to get witchy as the Midnight Boys dive into the third episode of 'The Acolyte' and discover the origins of Mae and Osha. They discuss how the Force is interpreted in many different ways and how the Jedi's power may be going too far in the High Republic era.

Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Jonathan Kermah, and Aleya Zenieris
Social: Jomi Adeniran
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