The Fandom Portals Podcast

The Fandom Portals Podcast

"Welcome to Fandom Portals—the show that explores how fandoms can help you learn and grow!" 🎙️✨The Fandom Portals Podcast goes beyond the stories we love to uncover the personal growth, life lessons, and meaningful connections that pop culture can inspire.

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Mortal Kombat (2021) Fatalities, Fandom, and Fighting for Legacy (Crossover with Challenge Accepted)
Aug. 20, 2025

Mortal Kombat (2021) Fatalities, Fandom, and Fighting for Legacy (Crossover with Challenge Accepted)

Episode Summary: This special crossover episode brings together The Fandom Portals Podcast and Challenge Accepted Podcast as Aaron was a special guest to Frank as they stepped into the bloody arena of Mortal Kombat . From its...
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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) Why Living in the Present is Key to Self-Actualization | Becoming your True Self
Aug. 12, 2025

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) Why Living in the Present is Key to Self-Actualization | Becoming your True Self

Summary Aaron and Brash explore the themes of self-discovery and personal growth as depicted in the film 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.' They discuss the cinematography, character development, and the importance of connection and recognition in realizing one's true self. The conversation delves …
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Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) The Power of Unconditional Love and the Magic of Stop-Motion Animation with Tia Jackson
Aug. 5, 2025

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) The Power of Unconditional Love and the Magic of Stop-Motion Animation with Tia Jackson

Summary Aaron and guest Tia Jackson delve into Guillermo del Toro's 2022 adaptation of Pinocchio. They explore the themes of grief, love, and acceptance, particularly through the character of Geppetto, who grapples with the loss of his son. The conversation also highlights the unique animation styl…
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The Tom Cruise Effect: Cinema's Last True Movie Star with Rhys Crook
July 29, 2025

The Tom Cruise Effect: Cinema's Last True Movie Star with Rhys Crook

Summary Aaron is joined by Rhys Crook from "The Crook Cut podcast" to discuss the career of Tom Cruise, exploring his evolution as an actor, his impact on cinema, and the highs and lows of his filmography. We delve into personal experiences with Cruise's films, analyze his character development, an…
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The World of Hollywood Stunts with Stephen Koepfer. Insights and Safety on Set
July 22, 2025

The World of Hollywood Stunts with Stephen Koepfer. Insights and Safety on Set

Summary Aaron interviews veteran stunt performer Steven Koepfer, who shares his journey into the world of stunts and martial arts. They discuss the importance of safety in stunt work, the various roles within the stunt industry, and the evolving perception of stunts in Hollywood. Steven also provid…
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From Horror Fan to Final Destination Bloodlines. How Jeffrey Reddick Changed Horror for Millennials.
July 15, 2025

From Horror Fan to Final Destination Bloodlines. How Jeffrey Reddick Changed Horror for Millennials.

Episode Summary: Jeffrey Reddick, the creator of the Final Destination franchise, shares his journey from a young horror fan to a successful writer and producer in the film industry. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the creative process behind his iconic films, and the deeper themes explo…
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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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