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 Get ready for the perfect weekly dose of geek speak, as we deliver a nuanced, yet fun conversation about all your favorite made-up s@#%!  We've got the latest news, in-depth reviews, insightful commentary, brain-bending theories, and so much more. Every Monday, a rotating lineup of hilarious and insightful super fans will lead you on a journey into the vast corners of the magical land of super fandom. From the four-colour world of capes and cowls, to sci-fi/fantasy, gaming, anime, and everything in between, we've got everything your nerdy little heart desires.  Subscribe today!

  1. 10/22/2025

    Tilly & AI | Gunn + DC - 2 Batman Dilemma | Mando + Grogu - Star Wars On Life Support - (Ep. 164)

    Send us a text In this episode, we break down why DC's new Batman direction under James Gunn might be doomed before it starts, how the Mando & Grogu movie signals the fall of Star Wars as we know it, and why Tilly Norwood's AI-generated performance is a glimpse into Hollywood's dystopian future. What we cover: Gunn's 99 Batman problems and why "The Brave and the Bold" is already in trouble The Mando/Grogu movie: proof that Star Wars has run out of ideas Tilly Norwood and AI: when actors become digital puppets Timestamps: 00:00 – AI Actress Tilly Norwood and Hollywood’s reaction 03:40 – SAG-AFTRA backlash and “dehumanizing” debate 07:15 – Sora 2 video tech and creators using AI in production 10:00 – Using AI for indie proof-of-concept films 13:00 – Can AI ever match human empathy and storytelling? 16:30 – The soul of art vs. technical perfection 21:10 – Transition to DC and James Gunn’s Batman 23:20 – Two Batmen problem: Gunn vs. Reeves universes 27:50 – Tone confusion and Gunn’s creative control 33:20 – Casting talk: who should be the new Batman 45:50 – The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer discussion 47:10 – Disney+ price hike backlash 51:00 – Star Wars creative stagnation and Filoni criticism 55:00 – The “Force as yoga” controversy 58:30 – Final thoughts on Star Wars, creativity, and storytelling 1:00:10 – Outro and socials #JamesGunn #Batman #TheBraveAndTheBold #DCU #StarWars #TheMandalorian #MandoAndGrogu #Grogu #TillyNorwood #AIActors #Hollywood #DCComics #BatmanMovie #DisneyStarWars #SuperheroMovies #ComicBookMovies #CourtOfLore #MovieAnalysis #FilmCriticism #Superman #AI #DigitalActors #HollywoodAI #dcuniverse  This is Court of Lore - where we tell you the real deal on your favorite made up shit. Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 1m

  2. 10/06/2025

    Paramount & Netflix Circle Warner Bros: What Happens to DC? The DCU And James Gunn? (Ep. 163)

    Send us a text Warner Bros Discovery is facing takeover bids from both Paramount and Netflix. DC's future hangs in the balance, and James Gunn's position as CEO might not survive the acquisition. We break down why this is happening now, what properties are actually on the table, and some controversial takes about recent DC projects that might be making executives nervous. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Paramount & Skydance's takeover bid 1:56 - Why now? Warner Bros' financial situation 4:41 - Netflix vs Paramount: Who's the better buyer? 7:34 - Superman's box office performance breakdown 14:20 - Does James Gunn survive a takeover? 15:57 - The Peacemaker tone problem 21:28 - Will Supergirl and Clayface determine Gunn's fate? 24:01 - The divided DC fandom 26:56 - Batman: The make-or-break project 29:39 - What DC projects are we actually excited for? 35:11 - Lanterns: True Detective meets Green Lantern 38:10 - Why The Batman should have been a mystery Follow us: Instagram: @courtoflorehq TikTok: @courtoflorehq X/Twitter: @courtoflorehq #DC #DCU #JamesGunn #WarnerBros #Paramount #Netflix #Superman #Batman #WonderWoman #Peacemaker #DCComics #ComicBooks #Hollywood #Mergers #Acquisitions #GreenLantern #Lanterns #MattReeves #TheBatman #CourtOfLore Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    40 min
  3. The Ultimate MCU X-Men Pitch You Need to Hear - Story Pitch, Casting, and more - (Ep. 162)

    09/14/2025

    The Ultimate MCU X-Men Pitch You Need to Hear - Story Pitch, Casting, and more - (Ep. 162)

    Send us a text Frank and Rich tackle Marvel's biggest challenge: bringing the X-Men into the MCU. With Jake Schreier directing, we break down what needs to happen for this franchise to succeed. In this episode, you'll hear our controversial casting choices, discover our theory for mutant origins that could change everything, and find out why we think we cracked the perfect villain approach. Plus, we settle the biggest debate in X-Men fandom once and for all. From personal origin stories to why this single movie will determine Marvel's entire future, this is the comprehensive X-Men discussion that covers casting, story structure, and franchise strategy. TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 Introduction & Director Discussion 06:05 Our X-Men Origin Stories  12:53 Character Selection Debate  22:21 Dream Casting Breakdown  35:57 MCU Integration Theories  52:19 Villain Concepts & Story Structure  1:08:16 The Stakes for Marvel's Future Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 16m
  4. "Hollywood, We Have A Problem" - Marvel, DC, and all of HOLLYWOOD is on THIN ICE (Ep. 161)

    08/30/2025

    "Hollywood, We Have A Problem" - Marvel, DC, and all of HOLLYWOOD is on THIN ICE (Ep. 161)

    Send us a text  Hollywood is dying and everyone's pretending it's fine. We break down the real numbers behind the box office collapse, expose Disney's content greed that killed Marvel's magic, and reveal why the casual audience isn't coming back. From Marvel's COVID betrayal to the death of movie stars - this is the brutal truth about entertainment's spiral into irrelevance. Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 13m

  5. 08/18/2025

    Galactus Eats Planets, Fantastic Four - First Steps: Fed Our Souls - Review (Ep. 160)

    Send us a text Rich and Frank dive deep into Fantastic Four: First Steps, exploring what makes this the best MCU film in years. From Matt Shakman's reverence for Jack Kirby to Pedro Pascal's nuanced Reed Richards, we break down the character work, production design, and storytelling choices that make this Marvel's return to form. 🔥 What We Cover: Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards and what every other F4 movie has missed about his character The film's gorgeous retro-futuristic world building Why Galactus should be oddly relatable to all of us Silver Surfer's elemental connection with Johnny Storm Vanessa Kirby and her transformative presence in this film How the film honors Jack Kirby's legacy Cultural representation and comic book heritage Production design that feels like a character Why this works as both a superhero film and family story #FantasticFour #Marvel #MCU #FilmAnalysis #marvelstudios #pedropascal #vanessakirby #comicbookmovies Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 7m

  6. 08/10/2025

    SUPERMAN: Earnest Comic Book Movie Or Savage Satire? - (Ep. 159)

    Send us a text  James Gunn's Superman has everyone talking - but what did we actually watch? We dive deep into the film's wild tonal shifts, that shocking Russian roulette scene, and whether evacuating an entire city in 5 minutes makes any sense. From Krypto's antics to the Justice Gang's entrance, we're breaking down everything that worked, everything that didn't, and trying to figure out if this is the Superman movie fans wanted. Spoiler warning: we're not holding back.  #Superman2025 #JamesGunn #DCU #SupermanReview #MovieReview #Superman #FilmDiscussion #MoviePodcast #SuperheroMovies #DCStudios #MovieAnalysis #FilmReview #SupermanMovie #Cinema #Movies #Podcast Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 40m
  7. Rebranding Announcement: Court Of Lore - We are no longer Meanwhile Back On The Podcast

    07/30/2025 · BONUS

    Rebranding Announcement: Court Of Lore - We are no longer Meanwhile Back On The Podcast

    Send us a text New name, new faces and voices, same brain bending and soul nurturing - nerd centric content.  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    2 min
  8. Daredevil: Born Again After Show - Ep. 8 - (Ep. 158)

    04/15/2025

    Daredevil: Born Again After Show - Ep. 8 - (Ep. 158)

    Send us a text The gang returns for a loaded recap of Daredevil: Born Again Episode 8—and it’s all because the script demands it. We break down the logic gaps stacking like IKEA chairs, Vanessa’s full-blown villain arc, and Bullseye’s prison escape that makes zero damn sense. Matt’s spiraling, Heather’s losing the plot (literally), and Fisk might just be the least terrifying Kingpin to ever wear white. Oh! And don’t worry, we remembered the giant tooth. #DaredevilBornAgain #DaredevilRecap #marvelrecap #Episode8Breakdown #BornAgainEp8 #MarvelDisneyPlus Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be sure to drop us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, or Stitcher. And if you want to be friends, check us out on X.com

    1h 18m
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 Get ready for the perfect weekly dose of geek speak, as we deliver a nuanced, yet fun conversation about all your favorite made-up s@#%!  We've got the latest news, in-depth reviews, insightful commentary, brain-bending theories, and so much more. Every Monday, a rotating lineup of hilarious and insightful super fans will lead you on a journey into the vast corners of the magical land of super fandom. From the four-colour world of capes and cowls, to sci-fi/fantasy, gaming, anime, and everything in between, we've got everything your nerdy little heart desires.  Subscribe today!

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