Tae & Josh Podcast

Tae & Josh Podcast

Welcome to the Tae and Josh Podcast! We are based in the DMV area. We are honored to have you join our channel. We talk sports such as NFL Weekly Power Rankings and any big sports news, as well our TV and Movies recaps, reactions and reviews in the entertainment world. You can expect videos and shorts throughout the week to be posted. All our videos are free.99. All we ask for is to everyone to subscribe to the channel, comment, like and share the videos. Thanks for the support. Follow us on twitter and IG @TaeJoshPodcast Facebook Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/362557647420449 YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@TaeAndJoshPodcast

  1. Jul 10

    HOTD S3E3: Team Black Got PLAYED! The Fake Prince Twist & Corlys Exposes Rhaenyra

    They say winning the Iron Throne is the easy part—ruling it is where the real horror begins. In this episode of the Tae & Josh Podcast Presents, we are diving headfirst into House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 3, titled "Rhaenyra's Triumph." Team Black might officially have control of the Red Keep, but Queen Rhaenyra is finding out very quickly that her seat on the throne is incredibly unstable. Join Josh and Tae as they break down the shocking cold open in the Reach and the massive, book-deviating twist where Ormund Hightower completely clowns Team Black’s intelligence network with a bleached-hair decoy child posing as Prince Daeron. We react to Rhaenyra’s desperate economic and political strategies to win the streets of King's Landing—including a bankrupt treasury, rats in the castle, and forcing her small council to eat commoners' rations at the "Rat Banquet." Plus, we deep-dive into the biggest analytical talking point of the episode: the massive public blowout between Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenyra. Did the Hand of the Queen pick the absolute worst time to demand his side babies, Addam and Alyn of Hull, get legitimized? Or was he 100% justified in throwing Rhaenyra’s blatant succession hypocrisy right back in her face? Finally, we break down the terrifying ending as a dragonkeeper brings news that Tumbleton has fallen, leaving Hugh the Hammer’s wife trapped inside. We wrap things up by giving our official 0-to-10 ratings for the episode. Is this a top-tier political hour, or did it trend a little too close to filler territory? Tune in to find out! 🔊 Subscribe to the podcast for weekly breakdowns, lore analysis, and trailer reactions! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Rhaenyra Sits the Throne (But For How Long?) 03:06 - Daemon in the Reach & The Fake Prince Daeron Twist 08:45 - Ruling a Bankrupt City & The "Rat Banquet" Policy 12:10 - Corlys Velaryon Confronts Rhaenyra: Team Black Fractures 17:10 - The Tumbleton Threat & The Ruthless Ending Explained 19:35 - Josh & Tae’s Official Episode Ratings & Outro CONNECT WITH US: 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WnbecZU6weg  📸 Instagram: @Taejosh_podcast 🐦 Twitter/X: @taeandjoshpod #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #HouseOfTheDragonSeason3 #RhaenyraTargaryen #CorlysVelaryon #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #DanceOfDragons #GameOfThrones #TaeAndJoshPodcast

  2. Jul 8

    Rhaenyra Takes the Throne & Otto Pays the Price! (HOTD S3E2 Breakdown)

    The Dance of the Dragons map has officially been rewritten! Rhaenyra Targaryen has officially reclaimed the Iron Throne, but the victory is heavy following the devastating loss of Jacaerys.  In this episode, Tae and Josh sit down to break down all the chaotic shakeups, brutal executions, and massive shifts in House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 2 ("Queen's Landing").  We’re diving deep into: 🗡️ Rhaenyra’s brutal, multi-hack execution of Otto Hightower with Dark Sister. 🏰 Aemond’s unhinged raid on Harrenhal that left him bleeding out on the floor. 🌊 Corlys Velaryon’s sobering reality check after the bloodiest battle in Westeros history. 🐉 That mysterious rogue dragon rider! Was this just a filler episode, or is it setting up the biggest clash of the season? We break down the lore, compare it to George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood, and give our official 0-10 ratings.  👉 What did you think of Rhaenyra's decision? Is her victory a giant trap? Hit us up on social media and let us know your theories! TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Welcome back! S3E2 Reactions 01:08 - Rhaenyra Reclaims the Iron Throne & Mourning Jace 06:09 - Alicent's Chess Moves & Opening the Gates 08:24 - Aemond's Brutal Harrenhal Raid & Blood Magic Setup 10:22 - Corlys Velaryon & Alyn of Hull: "If this is victory..." 12:55 - The Shocking Reveal: Where was Otto Hightower? 14:55 - Execution Time: Rhaenyra, Otto, and Dark Sister 19:32 - Daemon vs. Jasper Wylde 20:48 - Rhaenyra’s Ice Dragon Ending Vision Explained 25:17 - The Mysterious Rogue Dragon Rider 25:31 - Tae & Josh’s Official Episode 2 Ratings CONNECT WITH US: 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WnbecZU6weg  📸 Instagram: @Taejosh_podcast 🐦 Twitter/X: @taeandjoshpod #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #HOTDSeason3 #GameOfThrones #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #TaeAndJoshPodcastPresents #TVReview

  3. Jul 3

    House of the Dragon 3x01 Review - The Bloodiest Premiere Ever & THAT Insane Book Change!

    The Dance of the Dragons is officially out of the warmup phase! Tae and Josh are back to break down the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere of House of the Dragon, Episode 1: "Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood." This week, we are diving deep into the absolute carnage of the Battle of the Gullet. We discuss Jace’s heartbreaking and brutal fate, his teenage arrogance, and the massive creative gamble the writers took by cutting Nettles from the story to let Rhaena fly Sheepstealer instead. Did this book change ruin a legendary sequence, or did it add a necessary layer? We give our honest, unfiltered thoughts. We also break down: 👑 Crazy Work in the Red Keep: Aemond instantly claiming the Iron Throne and his deeply unsettling, manipulative relationship with Alicent. ⚔️ Deadpool Mode: Alyn of Hull going on an absolute kill streak on the Triarchy ships while Lord Corlys fights for his life in the water. 🐐 The Hidden Lore: The eerie Green Men and the "Antlered Man" easter egg on the Isle of Faces—what is Alys Rivers actually planning near Harrenhal? 🌲 PTSD in the Woods: Criston Cole dealing with the psychological fallout of the war, plus the continuation of the centuries-old Stark vs. Lannister beef. We wrap things up by giving our official Tae & Josh ratings for the episode (spoiler alert: it's a rock-solid 8/10) and predicting how a vengeance-fueled Rhaenyra and Daemon are about to paint King's Landing red in Episode 2. Pull up a chair, grab your drink, and join the conversation! Peace and grease, y'all! 💬 JOIN THE COMMUNITY Are you Team Black 🖤 or Team Green 💚 after that ending? Do you think the writers made a mistake with the Sheepstealer twist? Let us know on our social pages! Connect with us on Social Media: 🐦 Twitter/X: @taeandjoshpod 📸 Instagram: @Taejosh_podcast 📲 TikTok: @taeandjoshpodcast 📺 Rumble: TaeAndJoshPodcast Watch & Subscribe: 🎬 YouTube: bit.ly/TaeJoshSub Make sure to leave us a 5-star review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts if you're loving the coverage!

  4. Jul 1

    Obsession (2026) Might Be The Best Horror Movie Of The Year So Far

    We are a little late to the party on this one, but we finally sat down to talk about OBSESSION (2026)—the massive indie horror breakout that everyone has been talking about! It is absolutely crazy how a movie made on a tiny $750k budget by former YouTuber Curry Barker completely shattered the box office, pulled in over $340M, and became one of the biggest frontrunners for horror movie of the year. In this episode, we are diving deep into the pure chaos of this film. Let's be real—your man Bear (played by Michael Johnston) might just be the official poster child for the Friend Zone island. But by the time the credits roll, is he actually the true villain of the story? We break down: • The wild rules and side effects of the "One Wish Willow" 🌲 • Bear's borderline stalkish texting behavior before the wish even happens • That intense, awkward Jenga scene 🎲 • Ian trying to treat a demonic curse like a Target return policy with his $1 Billion mistake 📦💸 • Inde Navarrette’s incredible, unhinged performance as Nikki • Our official 0-to-10 ratings (Spoiler: We both scored it pretty high!) Was Bear the ultimate villain from the jump, or did the wish corrupt him? Hit play and join the conversation! Connect with us: If you're listening on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, make sure to leave us a 5-star review, share this episode with a friend, and head over to our YouTube channel (Tae & Josh Podcast) to see our full video reviews and trailer reactions. Peace grease, peace and love y'all! ✌️

  5. Jun 29

    The Punisher: One Last Kill Review | Is Frank Castle Going to Prison in Daredevil Season 3?

    The Punisher is officially back in the streets of New York, and he is doing what he does best—raising the murder rate! 💀🔥 In this episode of the Tae & Josh Podcast, we are diving headfirst into a full, spoiler-filled review of Marvel Television’s Special Presentation: The Punisher: One Last Kill. If you were wondering where Frank Castle was hiding out after the explosive events of Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 and why he sat out the madness of Season 2, this project gives us the exact, bloody answer. Jon Bernthal actually co-wrote this script alongside director Reinaldo Marcus Green, and you can feel their DNA all over it. This is a far cry from your typical PG-13 Disney Marvel project—it’s a hard-R, unhinged, tactical action thriller that marks a true return to the gritty tone of the classic Netflix era. We break down the slow-burn psychological trauma of the first half, the insane John Wick meets Man on Fire neighborhood lockdown in the second half, and what that haunting ending means for the future of the street-level MCU. In this episode, we discuss: 💥 This Isn't Disney PG-13: Why the raw violence and execution style feel like a massive win for core Punisher comic book fans. 🧠 Frank's Fractured Mind: Analyzing those heavy PTSD hallucinations featuring the "ghosts" of his past, including Curtis Hoyle and Karen Page. 🎬 The Action Choreography: Why they completely ditched the old shaky-cam format for wide, sweeping, tactical apartment and hallway shootout sequences. 💀 Enter Ma Gnucci & Barracuda: Judith Light's chilling performance as the Gnucci matriarch and how leaving her alive sets up a future series. 🕷️ Massive MCU Theories: How Frank's story connects straight to Spider-Man: Brand New Day this summer, and our big theory on the iconic Devil in Cell Block D comic arc for Daredevil: Born Again Season 3! 📊 The Ratings: Josh and Tae give their final scores and debate where this ranks among Marvel's solo special presentations. What did you think of One Last Kill? Did you enjoy the slower psychological character study, or did you just want to get straight to the muzzle flashes? Let us know your thoughts and your own ratings in the comments on our YouTube channel! Connect with us on Social Media: 🐦 Twitter/X: @taeandjoshpod 📸 Instagram: @Taejosh_podcast 📲 TikTok: @taeandjoshpodcast 📺 Rumble: TaeAndJoshPodcast Watch & Subscribe: 🎬 YouTube: bit.ly/TaeJoshSub (Make sure to follow the podcast and leave us a 5-star review! Stay tuned for next week as we catch up on our horror movie reviews with Obsession! 🎬🍿) As always... Peace ahead, Greece. Peace! ✌️ Deuces! #ThePunisher #OneLastKill #FrankCastle #JonBernthal #MCUReview #DaredevilBornAgain #SpiderManBrandNewDay #MarvelPodcast #MaGnucci #TaeAndJoshPodcast

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Welcome to the Tae and Josh Podcast! We are based in the DMV area. We are honored to have you join our channel. We talk sports such as NFL Weekly Power Rankings and any big sports news, as well our TV and Movies recaps, reactions and reviews in the entertainment world. You can expect videos and shorts throughout the week to be posted. All our videos are free.99. All we ask for is to everyone to subscribe to the channel, comment, like and share the videos. Thanks for the support. Follow us on twitter and IG @TaeJoshPodcast Facebook Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/362557647420449 YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@TaeAndJoshPodcast