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Welcome to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, your weekly dose of geek culture! Join Gareth and Keith as they dive into the latest news, trailers, rumours, and reviews from the worlds of superheroes, science fiction, fantasy, movies, TV, gaming, and beyond. Expect lively debates, honest opinions, plenty of laughs, and the occasional rant as they separate the hype from the reality. Whether you're into Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Star Trek, Doctor Who, or the next big blockbuster, there's something here for every geek.

  1. 2d ago

    Tim Curry Tribute, Kit Harington in Harry Potter & Days of Thunder 2! | MNP Ep. 395

    Welcome back to Episode 395 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we pay tribute to legend Tim Curry following his passing at age 80. We also break down Kit Harington replacing Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2, Pierce Brosnan joining Chris Hemsworth in Extraction 3, and Amazon Prime Video signaling big interest in partnering on Doctor Who! Plus, Tom Cruise officially announces a Days of Thunder sequel co-starring Anne Hathaway for 2028, and Netflix hands Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen an early Season 3 renewal alongside the Season 2 trailer drop! We also deliver our full reviews of Apple TV's Silo and Ted Lasso! Like, subscribe, and argue with us in the comments! What do you think of Kit Harington as Gilderoy Lockhart? Visit www.mnp.ninja for more podcasts, reviews, and glorious nonsense.

  2. Aug 23

    DC Lanterns Drama, Bautista is Kratos & National Treasure 3 Confirmed! | MNP Ep. 394

    Welcome back to Episode 394 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, trailer reactions, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down David Tennant teasing new energy for Doctor Who's future, DC fans complaining about Lanterns being set mostly on Earth, and Dave Bautista officially replacing Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Amazon's God of War TV series! Plus, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II speaks candidly on Marvel's optics after Wonder Man and Blade get cancelled, Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey beats Deadpool & Wolverine as the biggest R-rated movie of all time at $1.35B, and National Treasure 3 is officially happening with Jon Turteltaub! We also react to fresh trailers for The Grand Tour and Apple TV's Slow Horses Season 6, followed by our in-depth reviews of Apple TV's Silo, Amazon's Reacher, and Ted Lasso! Like, subscribe, and argue with us in the comments! What are your thoughts on Dave Bautista as Kratos? Visit www.mnp.ninja for more podcasts, reviews, and glorious nonsense.

  3. Aug 16

    MCU X-Men Cast Revealed, James Bond Frontrunner & Silo Review | MNP Ep. 393

    Welcome back to Episode 393 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, massive trailer breakdowns, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Marvel Studios officially unveiling the MCU X-Men reboot cast and release date at D23—featuring Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister! Plus, we discuss Richard Osman naming Jack Lowden as a frontrunner for the next James Bond, Ewan McGregor campaigning for an Obi-Wan Kenobi return, and HBO Max renewing Stuart Fails to Save the Universe for Season 2. We also react to heavy-hitting trailers including Marvel's VisionQuest, Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 2, and the explosive special look at Avengers: Doomsday. Plus, we deliver full reviews of Apple TV's Silo, Ted Lasso, The End of Oak Street, and Reacher! Like, subscribe, and argue with us in the comments! What did you think of the massive X-Men cast reveal? Visit www.mnp.ninja for more podcasts, reviews, and glorious nonsense.

  4. Aug 9

    Grand Tour Cameos, Jim Carrey's Jetsons & Zelda Movie News | MNP Ep. 392

    Welcome back to Episode 392 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, massive movie updates, trailer breakdowns, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May making surprise cameo returns for The Grand Tour's new era, Jim Carrey leading a live-action Jetsons movie, Sam Neill’s final role in The Legend of Zelda movie alongside a newly cast iconic villain, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day dominating the box office. We also explore The X-Files: I Want to Believe director’s cut trailer, EPCOT's Spaceship Earth heading to Disney+, and the official premiere date for Ludwig Season 2. Plus, we deliver our full reviews of Apple TV's hit sci-fi thriller Silo and Ted Lasso! Grand Tour's Surprise Returns & Cameos 1 Jim Carrey Leads Live-Action Jetsons Legend of Zelda Movie & Sam Neill's Final Role Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office Domination The X-Files & Spaceship Earth Trailers Ludwig Season 2 Premiere Date Confirmed Apple TV's Silo Review Ted Lasso Review Breakdown  Like, subscribe, and argue with us in the comments! What did you think of the biggest news this week? Visit www.mnp.ninja for more podcasts, reviews, and glorious nonsense.

  5. Aug 2

    Spider-Man Smashes Records, Blade Drama & X-Men's First Star | MNP Ep. 391

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 391, where Marvel dominates the headlines—for better and for worse. NEWS James Marsden is spotted back on set as filming continues for the next season of Paradise, with the acclaimed thriller gearing up for its return. A critically acclaimed Marvel series has reportedly been cancelled despite previously receiving a Season 2 renewal. What happened behind the scenes? Marvel Studios' long-awaited X-Men reboot lands its first major cast member, offering fans another glimpse at the MCU's mutant future. Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings into cinemas with a record-breaking $168 million opening day, setting a new benchmark for the wall-crawler. Mahershala Ali speaks candidly about the troubled development of Marvel's Blade, shedding new light on one of the MCU's longest-delayed projects. TRAILERS Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (2026) – The cult classic returns with a brand-new trailer that's every bit as ridiculous as you'd expect. REVIEWS Silo (Apple TV+) – We continue our discussion of Apple's outstanding sci-fi mystery as the story digs even deeper. Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Spoiler Warning) – We break down the biggest moments, surprises, performances, and that ending. If you haven't seen the film yet, this is your warning! Like, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Did it deserve to break records? For more episodes, reviews, and geek culture news, visit www.mnp.ninja.

  6. Jul 26

    Ghost Rider Rumours, Black Panther 3 & Star Trek's New Future | MNP Ep. 390

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 390, where Marvel rumours heat up, Star Trek looks to boldly go somewhere new, and the future of some of our favourite franchises starts taking shape. NEWS Ryan Gosling is once again rumoured to be joining the MCU as Ghost Rider, but it's the reported director attached to the project that's really getting fans talking. Black Panther 3 is officially moving forward, with Industry and Alien: Romulus star David Jonsson joining the cast alongside returning favourites. The directors behind the next Star Trek movie tease an entirely new setting, fresh characters and a bold new direction for the long-running franchise. Ryan Reynolds says another Deadpool movie will "eventually" happen, hinting there are still plenty of Marvel characters and deep cuts he'd love to bring to the big screen. TRAILERS Avengers: Doomsday – Marvel finally unveils its first full trailer for the MCU's next blockbuster. Dark Matter – Season 2 – Apple TV+ returns to its mind-bending sci-fi thriller. Neuromancer – William Gibson's legendary cyberpunk novel finally gets its first teaser. Blade Runner 2099 – Prime Video gives us our first glimpse of the next chapter in the iconic sci-fi universe. REVIEW Silo (Apple TV+) – We continue our discussion of Apple's hit dystopian sci-fi series, exploring the latest episodes, standout performances, and whether it's becoming one of the best science-fiction shows currently on television. Like, subscribe, and let us know which trailer stole the show this week—and whether Ryan Gosling would make the perfect Ghost Rider. For more episodes, reviews, and geek culture news, visit www.mnp.ninja.

  7. Jul 19

    Nolan's Next Movie, Doctor Who's Future & George Lucas on AI | MNP Ep. 389

    Nolan's Next Movie, Doctor Who's Future & George Lucas on AI | MNP Ep. 389 Thumbnail Text (single line, three points) NOLAN'S NEXT • WHO FUTURE • AI TAKES OVER YouTube Description (≤1500 characters) Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 389, where we look at what's next for some of the biggest names in film and television—from Christopher Nolan and George Lucas to Doctor Who and Spider-Man. NEWS Christopher Nolan reveals fans may have a longer wait than expected before his next film arrives after The Odyssey. The title of Spider-Man: Brand New Day reportedly doesn't make complete sense until the movie's final frame. Is Marvel hiding another huge twist? Andy Serkis shares a major update on The Hunt for Gollum, including progress on filming and the recasting of one of Middle-earth's most iconic characters. FX's upcoming Far Cry series expands its cast with Steve Buscemi joining Noah Hawley's adaptation. George Lucas says artificial intelligence is making filmmaking easier and argues Hollywood has given audiences too much influence over creative decisions. The BBC insists it is "working hard" on securing the long-term future of Doctor Who following months of speculation. TRAILERS I Play Rocky – The inspiring true story behind Sylvester Stallone's iconic breakthrough role. DIGGER – A gripping first look at a new thriller packed with mystery and suspense. REVIEWS Silo – We revisit Apple's sci-fi hit to discuss whether it remains one of television's strongest science fiction series. The Odyssey – Christopher Nolan's latest epic is finally here. Does it live up to the enormous expectations, and where does it rank among his incredible filmography? Like, subscribe, and let us know which story has you talking this week. Visit www.mnp.ninja for more episodes, reviews, and geek culture news.

  8. Jul 12

    Spider-Verse Update, Babylon 5 Reboot Debate & Dune Returns | MNP Ep. 388

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 388, where beloved sci-fi franchises continue to evolve, return, and spark plenty of debate. NEWS Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse finally gets a promising update ahead of its long-awaited 2027 release. Is the wait going to be worth it? Babylon 5 star Claudia Christian shares why she's torn over the prospect of rebooting one of science fiction's most beloved series. MobLand confirms its Season 2 release date following the behind-the-scenes Tom Hardy drama, while Paramount drops the first teaser trailer. Apple TV+ is expanding one of its biggest sci-fi franchises with a brand-new prequel series. We discuss what it could mean for the growing universe. TRAILERS Dune: Part Three – Denis Villeneuve returns to Arrakis with the first full trailer for the next epic chapter. Godzilla Minus Zero – The King of the Monsters stomps back into cinemas with a brand-new teaser. MobLand Season 2 – Tom Hardy returns as the criminal saga continues. REVIEW Silo – We revisit Apple's acclaimed dystopian sci-fi series to see whether its mystery, performances, and world-building continue to justify the hype. Like, subscribe, and let us know which returning franchise has you most excited. More episodes, reviews and geek culture news can be found at www.mnp.ninja.

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Welcome to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, your weekly dose of geek culture! Join Gareth and Keith as they dive into the latest news, trailers, rumours, and reviews from the worlds of superheroes, science fiction, fantasy, movies, TV, gaming, and beyond. Expect lively debates, honest opinions, plenty of laughs, and the occasional rant as they separate the hype from the reality. Whether you're into Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Star Trek, Doctor Who, or the next big blockbuster, there's something here for every geek.

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  • Creator
    Monkey Nut Punch
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
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