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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How Spider-Man: No Way Home Redeems Andrew Garfield | Spider-Man Explained
April 21, 2026

How Spider-Man: No Way Home Redeems Andrew Garfield | Spider-Man Explained

When people talk about Spider-Man: No Way Home, they usually focus on the spectacle. The returning villains. The nostalgia. The three Spider-Men sharing the screen. But beneath the excitement, the film quietly does something much more powerful. It gives Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man the closure his …
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The 5 Characters That Made Spider-Man Who He Is | Character Deep Dive
April 14, 2026

The 5 Characters That Made Spider-Man Who He Is | Character Deep Dive

Spider-Man might be the most relatable superhero ever written, but that is not just because of Peter Parker. It is because of the characters around him who challenge his beliefs, tempt his weaknesses, and force him to grow. I...
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Muppet Treasure Island (1996) Does Tim Curry's Long John Silver Hold Up 30 Years Later? | Worth Your Time?
March 17, 2026

Muppet Treasure Island (1996) Does Tim Curry's Long John Silver Hold Up 30 Years Later? | Worth Your Time?

Aaron celebrates the enduring adventure, humour, and heart of Muppet Treasure Island , exploring why this beloved pirate tale still resonates with audiences in 2026. We discuss how the film blends musical comedy with classic ...
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How to Train Your Dragon (2025) What if Empathy was Stronger than Aggression? | Film Deep Dive
March 4, 2026

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) What if Empathy was Stronger than Aggression? | Film Deep Dive

Aaron and Brash explore the themes of purpose, belonging, and leadership in the live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon.' They discuss character development, nostalgia for the original animated film, and the importance of empathy over aggression. The conversation delves into the dynamics of…
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Why the Scream Franchise Still Works | Meta Horror, Culture, and Ghostface Explained ft. Ben Wright
Feb. 25, 2026

Why the Scream Franchise Still Works | Meta Horror, Culture, and Ghostface Explained ft. Ben Wright

How did Scream manage to mock horror and reinvent it at the same time? In this deep dive, we break down the entire Scream franchise and explore why Ghostface remains one of the most culturally relevant horror icons. From Wes Craven’s original meta blueprint to the modern commentary on fandom, seque…
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Code 3 (2025) Why Burnout Breaks Good People | Film Deep Dive
Feb. 3, 2026

Code 3 (2025) Why Burnout Breaks Good People | Film Deep Dive

Aaron and Brash delve into the film Code 3, exploring its themes of burnout, passion, and the systemic issues faced by EMS workers. They discuss the characters, particularly Randy and Jessica, and how their experiences reflec...
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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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