2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla

Aaron Neuwirth & Terence Johnson
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The award-winning podcast where Black film critics Aaron Neuwirth (a major Godzilla fan) and Terence Johnson (Godzilla curious) cover the Godzilla franchise. Each episode focuses on the two of them going through the history and covering one of the films in this gigantic series. 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

  1. 2H AGO

    Ep. 23 - Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1991)

    It’s time to get back to talking Godzilla, as he’s challenged once again by his greatest nemesis this week, and it’s a battle that transcends time! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron and Terence discuss the bonkers time-traveling adventure film that is 1991’s Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah, directed by Kazuki Ōmori. The duo has the work cut out for them here, as this film is keen to reference so many science fiction stories of the time while also delivering epic kaiju action. There are plenty of thoughts on what the film is offering for fans, young and old, along with the new designs and suitmation on display, the surprises it offers, and more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    55 min

  2. FEB 6

    Ep. 22 - Gunhed (1989) & Orochi, The Eight-Headed Dragon (1994)

    We’re putting Godzilla aside to take a look at some other big spectacle films from the Heisei Era. On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence take a look at 1989’s Gunhed, directed by Masato Harada, and 1994’s Orochi, The Eight-Headed Dragon, directed by Takao Okawara. The guys determine whether either of these films have anything worthwhile to offer, aside from imaginative production design. There are plenty of thoughts on the stories being told, the model work and puppetry on display, how this stands against other films of the time, and more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    47 min

  3. JAN 23

    Ep. 21 - Godzilla vs. Biollante (1989)

    The enormous challenger in this Heisei Era film has to be seen to be believed! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence have arrived at one of the wildest entries in the series, as they discuss 1989’s Godzilla vs. Biollante, directed by Kazuki Ōmori. Hear (or now, for the first time, watch) them go over the film after having seen it with a packed crowd back in November 2025, during a Godzilla marathon at Braindead Studios. The duo delves into the incredible design of Biollante, the film's wacky plot and tone, and how the action and human drama play out in relation to the era. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    50 min

  4. JAN 9

    Ep. 20 - The Return of Godzilla (1984)

    It’s time for season 2 and the start of the Heisei Era! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence launch into a whole new time period for this award-winning podcast to discuss 1984’s The Return of Godzilla, from director Kôji Hashimoto. Hear them go over the film after just watching it on Godzilla Day at the Los Angeles Alamo Drafthouse in DTLA back in November, 2025. The guys dig into what’s new in this era thus far, the film's look and feel, the standard Godzilla tropes, and more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    49 min

  5. 12/19/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode - Gamera, The Giant Monster (1965)

    We have another bonus to hold you over while we let Godzilla rest! As we gear up for season two of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, some may wonder how the guys feel about the other major Kaiju creation of the Showa era. Well, Terence and Aaron Neuwirth decided to start a mini-project between seasons where we cover the protector of children himself, Gamera. So here we are with an episode covering 1965’s Gamera, the Giant Monster, from director Noriaki Yuasa. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    47 min

  6. 12/05/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode - Live From L.A. Comic Con

    It’s bonus time again, and we have a really good one for you! We may be in between seasons of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, but back in September, Terence and Aaron were honored to have their own panel at L.A. Comic Con (hopefully the first of many), and the audio is now here for all to listen to. Recorded in a packed room of Godzilla fans, listen in to enjoy the duo cover the podcast, various Godzilla-related opinions, and more, including a fun game for the audience. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    49 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    Ep. 19 - Showa Era Wrap-Up

    We’ve reached the end of an era! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Terence and Aaron bring season one of this award-winning podcast to a close by providing a wrap-up of the Showa Era. Hear them discuss the era as a whole, rank the films they watched, cover their favorite fights, villains, and moments, and go over some listener questions and feedback. There’s also a discussion of what they expect to get out of the upcoming second season - The Heisei Era, along with other plans for the show. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    1h 12m

  8. 11/07/2025

    Ep. 18 - Terror of Mechagodzilla (1975)

    It’s time for one final funky battle! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron and Terence look at 1975’s Terror of Mechagodzilla, directed by Ishiro Honda. This is the final entry in the Showa Era, as the next appearance would not occur until nearly a decade later, during the Heisei Era. Listen to what the guys thought of this movie, how Honda’s involvement makes a difference compared to the recent Fukuda entries, and fun thoughts regarding the human story and the very noisy Titanosaurus. Enjoy! (P.S., be sure to stick around to hear more regarding our Astras Podcast Award win.) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

    56 min
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The award-winning podcast where Black film critics Aaron Neuwirth (a major Godzilla fan) and Terence Johnson (Godzilla curious) cover the Godzilla franchise. Each episode focuses on the two of them going through the history and covering one of the films in this gigantic series. 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Aaron Neuwirth & Terence Johnson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Aaron Neuwirth
  • Show Website
    2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla

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