The Fandom Portals Podcast

The Fandom Portals Podcast

A film analysis podcast that proves your favourite movies have something to teach you.
❤️Personal Growth 🎥Film Deep Dives🎙️New Episode out weekly

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Why 2025 Reminded Us What Movies Are For and What Our Favourites Reveal | A Year in Film 2025
Jan. 13, 2026

Why 2025 Reminded Us What Movies Are For and What Our Favourites Reveal | A Year in Film 2025

Aaron and Brash look back on the films that defined 2025. From blockbuster standouts to emotionally resonant genre films, they present the Fandom Awards for Best Movie, Best Hero, and Best Villain of 2025, exploring why these choices mattered on a personal and cultural level. Along the way, the con…
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SpongeBob the Search for SquarePants (2025) Why SpongeBob Still Works | Film Deep Dive
Jan. 6, 2026

SpongeBob the Search for SquarePants (2025) Why SpongeBob Still Works | Film Deep Dive

Aaron discusses the value of the film 'SpongeBob: The Search for SquarePants,' highlighting its production quality, core messages about courage and vulnerability, and its overall tone and fun factor. He emphasizes the film's ability to entertain both children and adults, its strong production team,…
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Jingle All the Way (1996) Time Over Toys and Parenting Through the Holidays | Christmas Special
Dec. 23, 2025

Jingle All the Way (1996) Time Over Toys and Parenting Through the Holidays | Christmas Special

Summary Aaron and Brasher discuss the 1996 Christmas film 'Jingle All the Way,' exploring its themes of consumerism, parenting, and the emotional dynamics between characters. They analyze the satirical elements of the film, particularly how it critiques the commercialization of Christmas and the pr…
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Batman & Robin (1997) Love is Not a Weakness | Failure Isn't Final
Dec. 16, 2025

Batman & Robin (1997) Love is Not a Weakness | Failure Isn't Final

Summary In this episode of the Fandom Portals podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam delve into the 1997 film Batman and Robin, exploring its themes of emotional connections, failure, and the complexities of love and control. They discuss the character dynamics between Batman, Robin, and Alfred, highlightin…
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Treasure Planet (2002) Masculinity, Father-Son Relationships and the Impact of One True Connection | Failure Isn't Final
Dec. 10, 2025

Treasure Planet (2002) Masculinity, Father-Son Relationships and the Impact of One True Connection | Failure Isn't Final

Summary Aaron and Brash explore the themes of Disney's Treasure Planet, focusing on how past wounds can affect new relationships, the significance of kindness, and the complexities of masculinity as represented by John Silver. They discuss the film's unique animation style, the impact of its releas…
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Eragon (2006) Book to Screen Adaptations and the Role of Mentors and Trusted Relationships | Failure Isn't Final
Dec. 3, 2025

Eragon (2006) Book to Screen Adaptations and the Role of Mentors and Trusted Relationships | Failure Isn't Final

Summary Aaron and Brasher delve into the 2006 film 'Eragon', exploring themes of inner potential, mentorship, and the challenges of adapting beloved books into films. They discuss the film's shortcomings, particularly in character development and pacing, while drawing parallels to classic narrative…
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Recent Blog Posts

Behind the Camera with Michael Papaeleftheriou: Making Indie Work in Australia
June 14, 2025

Behind the Camera with Michael Papaeleftheriou: Making Indie Work in …

In this episode, Aaron sits down with emerging Australian filmmaker Michael Papaeleftheriou, whose indie short Crossroads is making waves on the festival circuit. From his early inspiration via Kevin Smith DVDs to navigating casting, production, and…

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Jersey Girl Revisited: Kevin Smith’s Emotional Detour and Why It’s Time We Rethink This Underrated Film
June 14, 2025

Jersey Girl Revisited: Kevin Smith’s Emotional Detour and Why It’s Ti…

Welcome to the official blog companion to the Fandom Portals Podcast — the show that explores how fandoms help us learn and grow. In this episode recap, we dive deep into Kevin Smith’s 2004 film Jersey Girl, a heartfelt, misunderstood en…

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How Ready or Not Skewers Class Privilege with Blood, Wit, and Wedding Gowns
June 10, 2025

How Ready or Not Skewers Class Privilege with Blood, Wit, and Wedding…

Welcome to another deep dive from The Fandom Portals Podcast, where we explore how fandoms help us learn and grow. This time, we're cracking open the 2019 horror-comedy Ready or Not — a brutal, satirical takedown of class systems wrapped in a …

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About the Hosts

Aaron Davies
Adam "Brash" Brasher

Reviews

I Always Learn Something New!

"If you love movie facts with some review elements and a touch of personal growth Aaron and Brash have you covered. Every episode I get something new out of a film I have either never seen or watched …"

Jon | March 21, 2025

Looooove this podcast!

"Love this podcast! As a nerd myself, I have the utmost respect for all Aaron does! He’s informative, he’s knowledgeable, and he’s entertaining! Definitely got a lifelong listener from me!"

MeganSpangler | Aug. 23, 2024

True Passion and Awesome Insight!

"I’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, and it does not disappoint! Aaron has incredible insight on a bunch of different fandoms. His excitement and knowledge has turned me on to things I di…"

T-Cray808 | Jan. 17, 2025
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