The Hot Mic with Jeff Sneider and John Rocha

John Rocha
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Every week, entertainment journalist, writer, and Above the Line editor Jeff Sneider and critic, writer, and content creator John Rocha break down all the big news and their big scoops from the worlds of Film, TV, and Entertainment. It's a no holds barred show full of honest, unfiltered, and informed analysis from two industry professionals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

  1. X-Men Will Be Marvel's Big Swing, Spider-Man BND Trailer Teases More Jean Grey

    6d ago

    X-Men Will Be Marvel's Big Swing, Spider-Man BND Trailer Teases More Jean Grey

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk new Spider-Man BND trailer teasing more Jean Grey, Ridley Scott is messing with Alien Romulus sequel, Charles Melton for Beast and X-Men reboot’s “big swing” from Marvel, Wagner Moura for Oceans villain, Daniel Kaluya and Teyana Taykor for Shaka King’s next movie, Toy Story 5 review, Brad Bird’s Ray Gunn fiasco pits Netflix vs Paramount, Austin Powers 4 is happening and Shrek 5 trailer animation critiques, Netflix is or is not buying Lionsgate story, Bradley Cooper and Sean Penn teaming up for  Jan 6th movie, Anya Taylor Joy in The Hunt for Gollum, thoughts on Rogen and Franco situation, Fox to buy Roku for 22B and more! HOT MIC MERCH LINK: https://www.bestnametape.com/The-Hot-Mic-Shop-s/4592.htm #spiderman #marvel #alien #lordoftherings  #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro, Rundown and Catch Up 3:02 Jim Carrey and Ron Howard Reteaming for a Grinch Sequel 7:02 Mike Myers Confirms an Austin Powers 4 Film is Happening 10:28 James Wan to EP Robocop Series and Direct Episodes for Amazon MGM 12:55 Wagner Moura in Talks to Play the Villain in Oceans Prequel 16:25 Anya Taylor Joy Cast in The Hunt for Gollum in New Role 19:14 The Wrap's Drew Taylor Joins to Talk Ray Gunn/Netflix/WB Issues 32:58 Charles Melton Joins the Daniels New Film 35:40 Melton Mentioned for Beast in X-Men, Marvel Takes 'Big Swin' with X-Men 41:28 Spider-Man Brand New Day Trailer Talk - Jean Grey Inevitability? 44:26 WB Moves Up Social Reactions for Supergirl - Confidence or Trouble? 50:20 Ridley Scott is Gumming Up the Works for an Alien Romulus Sequel 54:18 Sneider Pushes Back on Critics Over His The Batman Part 2 Scoop 57:55 New Shaka King Movie Unites Daniel Kaluya and Teyana Taylor 59:49 Ryan Coogler Moves His First Look Deal from Disney to Netflix 1:01:18 FOX Buys Roku for 22B dollars, Accruing More IP? 1:05:39 Sean Penn to Direct Bradley Cooper in January 6th Movie 1:07:52 Tom Cruise Hunting for Horror Movies, Star Trek Looking for a Training Day Movie 1:20:42 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    1h 58m
  2. BATMAN II Breaking News! Sebastian Stan is Victor Zsasz, Brian Tyree Henry is Two Face

    Jun 12

    BATMAN II Breaking News! Sebastian Stan is Victor Zsasz, Brian Tyree Henry is Two Face

    On this SPECIAL episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Sneider's BREAKING NEWS that SebastianStan is set to play Victor Zsasz in the movie with Brian Tyree Henry set to play Two Face! This is massive and shocking news. What role witl Zsasz play in this one and how will people feel about Henry playing Two Face. Also, what does this mean for Scarlett Johansson's character and Charles Dance's role? Is this the Court of Owls or not? So many questions and we answer them all on this show! HOT MIC MERCH LINK: https://www.bestnametape.com/The-Hot-Mic-Shop-s/4592.htm #batman #thebatman #mattreeves #sebastianstan #briantyreehenry #twoface #scarlettjohansson #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 1:50 Sebastian Stan to Play Victor zsasz in The Batman II 15:03 Bryan Tyree Henry is Harvey Dent/Two Face in The Batman II 19:02 Who Are Scarlet Johansson and Charles Dance Playing in The Batman II 21:34 Sources Say There is No The Penguin Season 2 22:00 Sneider Says He's Heard That a Poison Ivy Show is in The Works 27:56 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    1h 8m
  3. Audiences Turn on Spielberg Over DISCLOSURE DAY, OBSESSION Production Controversy | THE HOT MIC

    Jun 12

    Audiences Turn on Spielberg Over DISCLOSURE DAY, OBSESSION Production Controversy | THE HOT MIC

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk if audiences will reject Spielberg's Disclosure Day, 'Obsession' production controversy, 24 Jump Street is a Go, Supergirl cut 25 minutes of footage, The Social Reckoning, Whalefall, Heart of the Beast and Gatto trailers, a new writer boards the Transformers project, Jennifer Lawrence's new film, Maggie Gyllenhaal's next directorial movie, Jason Momoa exits Helldivers, Emma Stone rumored to be joining the Daniels next project, and more! PLUS, John and Jeff answer all your questions. To send in a question or comment for Jeff and John, go to: streamlabs.com/johnrochasays/tip HOT MIC MERCH LINK: https://www.bestnametape.com/The-Hot-Mic-Shop-s/4592.htm #stevenspielberg #DC #Superman #JamesGunn #Supergirl #transformers #obsession #disclosureday #UAP #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 2:04 Emma Stone to Join The Daniels New Movie 5:35 Paramount Taps Jason Fuchs (Welcome to Derry) to Write Transformers Movie 8:05 Jennifer Lawrence Tapped for New Apple Rom Com Movie 14:03 Maggie Gyllenhaal and WB Reteam for 'Creation Lake' Movie 16:49 Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum and Ice Cube Return for 24 Jump Street Movie 21:43 Are Audiences Rejecting Steven Spielberg Movies, Disclosure Day Review 39:16 New Reports Say 25 Minutes Cut from SUPERGIRL 40:50 Social Reckoning, Whalefall, Heart of the Beast, I Want Your Sex Trailers Talk 48:03 Michael Mann's MANHUNTER Getting 4K Release and Theatrical Return 50:42 Jason Momoa Exits HELLDIVERS Movie 51:48 'Obsession" Art Director Comes Out to Fight for More Money 1:04:31 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions 1:30:27 Aliens Movie Draft - The Best Movies with Aliens In Them 1:47:50 Final Streamlab and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    1h 52m
  4. Hollywood's AI Hunger and Love for BACKROOMS and OBSESSION, SCARY MOVIE Review

    Jun 5

    Hollywood's AI Hunger and Love for BACKROOMS and OBSESSION, SCARY MOVIE Review

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Hollywood's growing obsession with AI, why they love Backrooms and Obsession and if they'll learn the right lessons,  did Justin Kuritzkes write Spider Man BND, Scorsese AI news and Boots Riley’s reaction, Backrooms and Scary Movie reviews, How to Rob a Bank, Onslaught, Ice Cream Man and By Any Means trailers, Barbarella remake going forward with Sydney Sweeney, Gene Wilder biopic is happening, Zack Synder directing Escape from New York remake, Sneider's thoughts on Euphoria’s season, The Odyssey is rated R, and more! \ HOT MIC MERCH LINK: https://www.bestnametape.com/The-Hot-Mic-Shop-s/4592.htm #backrooms #AI #christophernolan  #TheOdyssey #Hollywood #Marvel #Spiderman #Mastersof theUniverse #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 2:53 Netflix Pauses Denzel Washington, Antoine Fuqua 'Hannibal" Movie 8:48 Paramount Responds To Subscribers Lawsuit to Block Merger 11:06 Hollywood Embraces AI with Martin Scorsese vs Boots Riley Over It 25:35 Did Justin Kuritzkes Punch Up the Spider-Man Brand New Day Script? 29:34 Sneider's Thoughts on Euphoria Series Finale 36:45 Quentin Tarantino Calls Out Recent Movies and Their Quality 41:13 Scary Movie 6 Review, Masters of the Universe Review 49:56 Onslaught, Supergirl, How To Rob a Bank Trailers 54:49 Zack Snyder Rebooting Escape From New York 58:40 Hollywood Embracing YouTube After Backrooms, Indie Navarette's Oscars Chances 1:10:41 Our Draft of the Best Modern Horror Directors 1:38:30 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    2h 14m
  5. Kinberg'S STAR WARS Trilogy is Eps 10-12 of Skywalker Saga, Tom Hardy's MOBLAND Mess

    May 29

    Kinberg'S STAR WARS Trilogy is Eps 10-12 of Skywalker Saga, Tom Hardy's MOBLAND Mess

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the news that Simon Kinberg's Star Wars trilogy is Eps 10-12 of the Skywalker Saga. the Tom Hardy Mobland drama, Disclosure Day first reactions, In the Hand of Dante and Primetime trailers, Disclosure Day final trailer, Stan Lee and AI deal, Amazon's AI animated projects deal, Supergirl and The Odyssey box office tracking being soft, Spider-Noir and The Boys finale reviews,  the Backrooms ghost director drama, and more! #tomhardy #stevenspielberg #DC #jamesgunn #theodyssey #spiderman #spidernoir  #theboys #Amazon #MGM #christophernolan  #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the news that Simon Kinberg's Star Wars trilogy is Eps 10-12 of the Skywalker Saga. the Tom Hardy Mobland drama, Disclosure Day first reactions, In the Hand of Dante and Primetime trailers, Disclosure Day final trailer, Stan Lee and AI deal, Amazon's AI animated projects deal, Supergirl and The Odyssey box office tracking being soft, Spider-Noir and The Boys finale reviews,  the Backrooms ghost director drama, and more! PLUS, John and Jeff answer all your questions. To send in a question or comment for Jeff and John, go to: streamlabs.com/johnrochasays/tip #tomhardy #stevenspielberg #DC #jamesgunn #theodyssey #spiderman #spidernoir  #theboys #Amazon #MGM #christophernolan  #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Catch Up with John and Jeff 6:28 Simon Kinberg Star Wars Trilogy Will Be Eps 10-12o of Skywalker Saga 14:12 Tom Hardy's Mobland Controversy Over On Set Issues During Season 2 28:25 Disclosure Day First Reactions and Final Trailer Is Released 34:47 Supergirl and The Odyssey Box Office Tracking is Waning: True or False? 37:13 Primetime, IN the Hand of Dante and Fatherland Trailer Talk 45:21 Stan Lee Shares AI Likeness and Voice with Elevenlabs Iconic Marketplace 48:28 Amazon/MGM Announces Three ALL AI Animation Projects 55:04 'Backrooms' Ghost Director Controversy Sparks Reactions 1:04:01 Spider-Noir Review and The Boys Series Finale Thoughts 1:08:40 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    2h 6m
  6. New Godfather Movie in the Works, What's Really Going On With Lanterns?

    May 22

    New Godfather Movie in the Works, What's Really Going On With Lanterns?

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk  a new The Godfather movie is in the works, Adventure oif Cliff Booth set for November IMAX release, The Odyssey's rumored runtime, Michael Bay’s new movie set during US vs Iran war, Matt Damon to star in the new Daniels movie, a 'The Getawa' remake is happening at Netflix, King Conan to shoot in 2027 according to Schwarzenegger, Vin Diesel talks "Popular Cinema is not a lesser form of art" nonsense at Cannes, Tom Francis for James Bond rumors, James Franco joins the Rambo prequel movie, Sneider's Lanterns story-what's really going on here, Damon  Lindelof’s Star Wars plans, Quinta Brunson set to star as Betty Boop in new movie, Netflix's Michael Jackson doc trailer, Francesca Scorsese  has been cast in Mr and Mrs Smith 2 (nepo bay stuff), Victorian Psycho, Strung and Little Brother trailers and more! #DC #jamesgunn #theodyssey #jamesbond #christophernolan  #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 5:23 Jason Clarke Has Been Cast in 'Heat 2' 7:56 Lionsgate Talks Plans for 'Michael' Sequel, Will It Be a Trilogy? 12:12 Mel Gibson Releases First Photo from 'The Resurrection of the Christ' 15:30 New 'The Godfather' Movie in the Works from Connie's POV 23:56 Masters of the Universe First Reactions, Soft Box Office Tracking 26:20 Damon Lindelof Talks His Cancelled Star Wars Movie and Script 32:41 LANTERNS - What's Really Happening Behind the Scenes? 43:38 Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey Fight - Did It Help Either Performer? 47:43 The Odyssey Runtime Released by AMC Theaters 50:34 Quinta Brunson to Write and Star in Betty Boop Live Action Movie 54:42 Matt Damon to Lead The Daniels New Movie 58:35 'Adventures of Cliff Booth' To Have November IMAX Release 1:01:16 James Franco Joins Rambo Prequel - Good Idea? 1:03:40 Tom Francis for James Bond - True or False?, Who Might Be Playing Bond 1:11:10 Netflix Making a 'The Getaway' Remake Series 1:12:50 Francesca Scorsese Cast in Mr. & Mrs. Smith Season 2 1:14:34 Vin Diesel Defends Popular Movies as Great Art at Cannes 1:17:18 Penske Media Buying Up Even More Sites 1:21:48 Michael Bay Making Movie Based on US Pilots Downed In Iran 1:25:30 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    2h 1m
  7. Sneider Witnesses Britney's Latest Meltdown, Matt Reeves Reveals Batman 2 Cast- THE HOT MIC

    May 16

    Sneider Witnesses Britney's Latest Meltdown, Matt Reeves Reveals Batman 2 Cast- THE HOT MIC

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Sneider witnessing Britney Spears meltdown in LA the other day and being the witness who spoke to TMZ, the NY Post and others about it. They also talk Matt Reeves’s rollout of The Batman 2 cast, mixed first reactions to The Mando and Grogu movie, Amazon/MGM's James Bond announcement, Peter Jackson directing a Tin Tin remake, Sinqua Walls, Andre Royo and Matthew Lillard joining Man of Tomorrow cast, Christopher Nolan’s comments this week on The Odyssey and Lupita playing two roles and the reactions, Masters of the Universe predicting for a soft debut, Amy Madigan, Steve Buscemi and Ben Foster join X-Files series, Rex Reed tribute, Kevin Hart roast reactions and more! #marvel #britneyspears #tmz #DC #jamesgunn #theodyssey #jamesbond #christophernolan  #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 2:55 Sneider Witnesses Britney Spears's Meltdown and Tells the Tale 25:20 Matt Reeves Reveals The Batman Part II Cast 28:10 SNEIDER RUMOR: Sebastian Stan is NOT Playing Two Face 37:00 Sam Raimi Remaking 1978 Horror Film 'Magic" 41:57 A Female Version of The Expendables Is in the Works 47:50 The Mandalorian and Grogu First Reactions are Mixed, But Mostly Good 56:25 Christopher Nolan's Responds to Odyssey Critics, Lupita Controversy Addressed 1:04:34 Amazon MGM Talks James Bond Casting Process 1:14:55 Donald Gibb and Rex Reed Tributes 1:19:24 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions 1:41:21 Matthew Lillard, Sinqua Walls, Andre Royo Cast in Man of Tomorrow 1:42:01 Final Streamlabs and Superchat Questions  Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    2h 3m
  8. Is Jacob Elordi The Next James Bond? Matt Reeves Drops Batman II Photos

    May 9

    Is Jacob Elordi The Next James Bond? Matt Reeves Drops Batman II Photos

    On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Jacob Elordi for James Bond is picking up steam, Matt Reeves Batman II set photos, The Odyssey trailer drama, Planet of the Apes taps Matt Shakman for next installment, Sneider's Top Gun 3 directors updates, Melissa Barrera’s accuses actors of being scabs for Scream 7, Monkeypaw staff reduction, Greta Gerwig's Narnia gets a full theatrical run from Netflix, Edge of Tomorrow 2 updates, Blake Lively and Baldoni finally settle, Mortal Kombat II producer Todd Garner comes for critics, Greg Mottola eyed to direct a Bane and Deathstroke movie, Shawn Levy directing a new original sci-fi movie and more! #marvel #DC #jamesgunn #theodyssey #jamesbond #christophernolan #topgun3 #tomcruise #Netflix #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha  ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro, Rundown and Sneider Attending Netflix is a Joke Shows 9:14 Shawn Levy Has a New Original Sci Fi Movie Next 14:46 Greg Mottola Reportedly Eyed for DC's Deathstroke and Bane Movie 22:21 Matt Shakman Tapped for New Planet of the Apes Installment, No Wes Ball? 26:42 Natalie Portman, Jonathan Bailey for Tour de France Corrupt Drama 28:45 The Odyssey Sparks Online Drama Over Accents, Cyclops and Missing Zendaya 33:47 Matt Reeves Posts The Batman II Photos...From the Set or Tests Shots? 38:06 Mortal Kombat II Producer Todd Garner Attacks Critics Negative Reviews 44:39 Mortal Kombat Non Spoiler Review Plug 44:58 Who Will Win the Box Office This Weekend? 46:40 Top Gun 3 Directors Updates and Clarifications 49:46 Matt Shakman Not Returning for Fantastic Four Sequel? 52:10 Melissa Barrera Calls Scream 7 Actors "Scabs" for being in the movie 57:47 Greta Gerwig's Narnia Movie Getting Full Theatrical Release in 2027 1:01:31 Clarifying the Truth Over Edge of Tomorrow 2's Production 1:03:57 Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal Booked for New Movie 1:05:55 Jacob Elordi in "pole position" for James Bond 1:17:15 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions Follow John Rocha: @therochasays  Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

    2h 8m
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Every week, entertainment journalist, writer, and Above the Line editor Jeff Sneider and critic, writer, and content creator John Rocha break down all the big news and their big scoops from the worlds of Film, TV, and Entertainment. It's a no holds barred show full of honest, unfiltered, and informed analysis from two industry professionals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

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