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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...
Jan. 21, 2026
K-Pop Demon Hunters (2025) The Courage To Be Real and The Impact of Shame on Identity | Film Deep Dive
What would actually change in your life if you believed you were allowed to be loved for who you are and not for who you are pretending to be? Aaron and Brash unpack the hidden emotional power of K Pop Demon Hunters , a film ...
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…
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,…
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…
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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Aaron Davies
Adam "Brash" Brasher