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A network of podcasts devoted to the intelligent discussion of sports and entertainment.

  1. 06/08/2025

    WWE Money in the Bank

    00:00 Introduction to Money in the Bank 00:58 Main Event Surprises and Reactions 02:32 Women's Money in the Bank Match Highlights 05:00 WWE Pay-Per-View Format Discussion 08:14 Dominik Mysterio's Character Development 09:58 Becky Lynch's Title Controversy 15:33 Men's Money in the Bank Match Analysis 21:28 Jay Uso's Championship Performance 22:03 The Rise of the Blue Collar Champion 27:47 The Return of R-Truth and Fan Reactions 31:31 Wrestling's Current Landscape and Fan Expectations 36:12 Money in the Bank: Strategies and Opportunities

    40 min

  2. 04/11/2025

    Road To Wrestlemania

    Chapters 00:00 WrestleMania Preview and Key Matches 03:02 Cena vs. Cody: Expectations and Surprises 05:56 Reigns, Rollins, and Punk: The Triple Threat Dynamics 08:59 Gunther vs. Jey Uso: A Disappointing Build-Up 11:49 Women's Title Matches: Charlotte vs. Tiffany and Rhea vs. Bianca 18:09 Future Stars: Braun Breaker and the Next Generation 33:55 AEW's Current State and Title Controversies 34:52 The Rise of Penta: A Surprising Singles Star 38:11 Finn Balor's Journey: From Champion to Uncertainty 40:50 Dominik Mysterio: The Unexpected Star of Judgment Day 43:32 Women's Wrestling: Breaking New Ground at WrestleMania 44:55 Jade Cargill: The Modern Warrior of Women's Wrestling 49:05 Drew McIntyre: The Underrated Superstar's Potential 51:37 Jacob Fatu: The Future of Wrestling? 53:30 AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul: A Match to Watch 01:00:15 WrestleMania Excitement: Anticipation and Concerns #WrestleMania, Cena, Cody, Reigns, Rollins, Punk, Gunther, Jey Uso, Charlotte, Tiffany, Rhea, Bianca, Braun Breaker, AEW, Wrestling, Penta, Finn Balor, Dominik Mysterio, Women's Wrestling, Jade Cargill, Drew McIntyre, Jacob Fatu, AJ Styles, Logan Paul, WrestleManin

    1h 4m

  3. 03/16/2025

    Daredevil: Born Again

    Daredevil: Born Again 00:03 – Opening ThoughtsQuick dive into what Daredevil: Born Again is bringing to the table and what it means for the Marvel TV landscape. 00:54 – Who’s Who?Breaking down character recognition, development, and how the show is handling familiar faces (or not). 02:51 – The Reshoot FactorMarvel hit the reset button on the pilot. What changed, and what does it say about the show’s direction? 04:10 – Punches, Kicks, and Everything in BetweenThe action choreography is crucial. Does it live up to the high bar set by Netflix's Daredevil? 06:50 – Marvel’s Showrunner ProblemThe MCU's approach to TV storytelling—why it’s been shaky and how Born Again fits into the bigger picture. 08:45 – Storytelling or Set Pieces?Character arcs, emotional depth, and whether Born Again is balancing spectacle with substance. 11:05 – From Page to ScreenHow well does the show capture the spirit of Daredevil’s comic roots? 12:43 – Identity and ConsequencesMatt Murdock’s eternal struggle—who he is, what he stands for, and the cost of his choices. 15:15 – Where Do We Go from Here?Speculation time. What’s next for Born Again, and what plotlines might be on the horizon? 17:23 – Politics and Power PlaysThe show’s political themes and how they mirror real-world debates. 18:48 – Relationship Check-InHow character dynamics are shifting and what it means for Born Again’s storytelling. 20:57 – Enter: The PunisherWhat Frank Castle’s role in Born Again could mean and the symbolism behind his return. 22:22 – Two Shows in One?The potential split in storytelling—are we looking at a bifurcated narrative? 23:58 – The Side PlayersSupporting characters and whether they’re getting meaningful arcs or just filling space. 26:51 – Economic StorytellingHow the show is handling character depth without dragging the pace. 28:45 – Wrapping Up the Character ArcsWho’s on the best trajectory, and who might be getting shortchanged? 32:08 – Ambition vs. ExecutionHow Born Again is balancing its goals with the realities of TV storytelling. 35:25 – Serialized vs. Episodic: The Debate ContinuesDoes the show lean into the long-form narrative, or does it embrace tighter, episodic storytelling? 39:09 – The Streaming EffectHow the move to Disney+ impacts the structure, pacing, and expectations for Born Again. 43:24 – Vigilantism and MoralityThe ethics of Daredevil’s world—where does Born Again land on the superhero morality scale? 48:02 – Faith and FistfightsThe role of Catholicism in Daredevil’s journey and how it’s being explored this time around. 54:05 – Kingpin’s New RoleWilson Fisk as both mayor and crime boss—how the show is handling this duality. 58:46 – Final Thoughts & What’s NextHopes, concerns, and expectations for the action, character arcs, and overall direction moving forward.

    1h 5m

  4. 02/23/2025

    Captain America: Brave New World – Review, MCU Future, and Controversies Explained"

    In this episode, we dive deep into Captain America: Brave New World, breaking down its themes, character arcs, and impact on the MCU. We start with our initial impressions (00:00) before analyzing how legacy characters are handled (02:56) and whether the film does justice to its heroes (05:53). From action sequences and cinematic style (08:42) to the future of the MCU (11:29), we explore where this film fits in the grand scheme of Marvel storytelling. We also critique the film’s humor and tone (14:19) and discuss the portrayal of its villains (17:16), setting expectations for upcoming Marvel projects (20:07). The conversation extends to Marvel’s handling of diversity (34:45), the influence of Kevin Feige (37:09), and the political implications woven into the narrative (38:06). We debate Captain America's ideals vs. government influence (44:00), the ongoing DEI discourse in superhero representation (47:27), and Marvel’s choices in crafting antagonists (50:53). Finally, we analyze expectations vs. reality in movie marketing (52:08) before ranking Captain America: Brave New World among other MCU films (57:38). Tune in for a deep, unfiltered discussion on Marvel’s latest chapter! 🎙️🔥 #CaptainAmerica #Marvel #Podcast

    1h 4m

  5. 01/16/2025 · BONUS

    NFL Wild Card Weekend: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

    00:00 Wild Card Weekend Recap 03:10 The Good: Standout Performances 11:19 The Bad: Disappointing Showings 14:21 The Ugly: Special Teams Failures

    16 min

  6. 12/31/2024

    The College Football Playoff Quarterfinals Are Here: Texas vs. Arizona State, Georgia vs. Notre Dame, and More

    The stakes couldn’t be higher as the College Football Playoff quarterfinals kick off! We dive into the Peach Bowl matchup between Texas and Arizona State, breaking down the Longhorns’ elite defense and the Sun Devils’ explosive offense. Then, it’s onto the Sugar Bowl, where Georgia and Notre Dame clash in a battle of powerhouse programs. Plus, analysis of all the key games, standout players, and the strategies that could decide who moves on to the semifinals. Don’t miss our expert predictions and everything you need to know about the most exciting weekend of college football this year.

    44 min

  7. 11/13/2024

    Election postmortem

    2024 Election: Why Kamala lost

    28 min
  8. NFL Week 6 recap, Adams and Cooper trades

    10/17/2024

    NFL Week 6 recap, Adams and Cooper trades

    YGAMF is back

    49 min
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A network of podcasts devoted to the intelligent discussion of sports and entertainment.

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    IB Network
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
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