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The Fandom Portals Podcast

The Fandom Portals Podcast

著者： Aaron Davies
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"Welcome to Fandom Portals—the show that explores how your favourite fandoms can help you learn and grow!" 🎙️✨


Each episode, we explore TV, movies, comics, and games to reveal how these worlds and the characters in them help us learn about resilience, courage, friendship, and more.

The Fandom Portals Podcast is hosted by Aaron Davies and Adam Brasher, two friends who are obsessed with fandoms, storytelling, and building a community where passion and positivity come first. From Marvel to Middle-earth, Star Wars to indie comics, we dive deep into the stories you love — and how they help us learn and grow. ✨


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  • Fandom Round-Up: Karate Kid Gets a Glow-Up, Gotham Gets Gritty, and Golf Gets Laughs with Owen Wilson's Stick on Apple TV

    Fandom Round-Up: Karate Kid Gets a Glow-Up, Gotham Gets Gritty, and Golf Gets Laughs with Owen Wilson's Stick on Apple TV
    2025/06/18

    Episode Summary:
    In this Fandom Round-Up episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash return with a fun, insightful dive into everything they’ve been watching, streaming, or rewatching this week. From their mixed thoughts on the TikTok-styled Karate Kid: Legends reboot to the gritty brilliance of The Penguin, they cover what’s working in modern streaming (Apple TV+ aesthetics!) and what isn’t (Cobra Kai’s gang wars in LA, anyone?). Plus, a fiery debate on digital ownership vs cinema loyalty, platform pricing quirks, and what makes Prime or Apple the best bang for your movie-loving buck.

    Topics:

    • Karate Kid: Legends – Swipe cuts, Jackie Chan’s return, and Daniel vs Johnny legacy moments
    • Why Cobra Kai may have overstayed its welcome
    • The Penguin series – Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti dominate Gotham
    • Streaming platforms compared: Apple TV+ vs Prime Video rentals and UX
    • DC vs Marvel: Game quality and live-action future
    • Rediscovering Gotham Knights (and finally finding a co-op partner!)
    • Netflix recs: Tires, Ghosts (US), and Man on the Inside
    • Moviegoing vs digital convenience: the cinema support dilemma
    • Sweet Tooth: Supporting new IPs and loving original stories
    • Sneak peek: Waterworld episode coming soon!

    Key Takeaways:

    • Karate Kid: Legends is flashy, fun, but formulaic—targeting a younger TikTok generation with swipe edits and digital flair.
    • The Penguin captures Gotham’s gritty underbelly like never before—Colin Farrell is unrecognizable, and Cristin Milioti delivers a powerhouse performance.
    • Apple TV+ is dominating with high-production, short-form prestige TV (no, this isn’t an ad—just facts).
    • Prime is still the go-to for digital ownership and rare films, despite awkward rental pricing.
    • DC's animated shows remain top-tier, but Marvel currently rules the video game space with more immersive titles.
    • The nostalgia train has hit Cobra Kai hard—maybe it’s time to let the dojo rest.
    • Digital convenience is real—but if you love a film, support it at the cinema when you can.

    Quotes:

    “If you’re that excited about a movie—go to the cinema. That’s how we get more original stories.”
    “Jackie Chan plays a funny, modern Mr. Miyagi—but with the same wisdom and way more jokes.”
    “Ben Wang is Gen Z’s Daniel LaRusso—charming, cool, and full of fight.”
    “Apple’s visual production is chef’s kiss—every show looks like a poster.”
    “Nightwing is my main. Red Hood’s yours? Let’s finally play Gotham Knig


    Contact Us:
    Website: https://www.fandomportalspodcast.com/


    Instagram: instagram.com/fandomportals/?locale=en
    Threads: threads.net/@fandomportals
    Email: fandomportals@gmail.com
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    31 分
  • A Look Behind the Camera with Australian Filmmaker Michael Papaeleftheriou: A Cinematic Journey

    A Look Behind the Camera with Australian Filmmaker Michael Papaeleftheriou: A Cinematic Journey
    2025/06/11

    Episode Summary:
    This week on The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron is joined by Australian filmmaker Michael Papaeleftheriou, who takes us deep into the creative and logistical journey behind his short film Crossroads. From early Blockbuster inspiration to navigating the Australian indie scene, Michael shares how he evolved from directing no-budget shorts with friends to producing a festival-ready film built on intention, precision, and growth. They unpack the challenges of casting, editing, and creative control—and the power of learning through collaboration and setbacks.

    Topics:

    • Discovering filmmaking through Kevin Smith DVDs and Blockbuster
    • Transitioning from early shorts (Park Bench) to Crossroads
    • Writing with intention: marketability vs. message
    • Building professionalism in indie filmmaking
    • The casting process: filtering for commitment and trust
    • Working with experienced actors (Shane Rodrigo, Leanne Mauro)
    • Relationship between director and DOP
    • Post-production challenges: staying over-prepared
    • Navigating film festival submissions via FilmFreeway
    • Why fear fades when preparation meets confidence
    • Tips for emerging filmmakers and screenwriters

    Call to Action:
    Loved Michael’s story?

    Follow his journey via @crossroadsfilmjournal and stay tuned for the Crossroads release post-festival. Here: https://www.instagram.com/crossroadsfilmjournal/?locale=en

    Website: https://www.michaelpapaeleftheriou.com/crossroads

    IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6916328/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaelpapaeleftheriou

    Crossroads Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-FCpvlexTA

    Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join our mailing list at fandomportalspodcast.com for exclusive filmmaker interviews, giveaways, and deep dives into fandom and craft.

    Apple Podcast Tags:
    Indie Filmmaking, Australian Cinema, Kevin Smith Inspiration, Crossroads Short Film, Directing Tips, Short Film Festivals, Fandom Portals Podcast, Geek Freaks Network, Film School Advice, Casting Process, Behind the Scenes, Creative Control, Writing for Screen, Crime Genre, Emerging Filmmakers


    Contact Us:
    Website: https://www.fandomportalspodcast.com/


    Instagram: instagram.com/fandomportals/?locale=en
    Threads: threads.net/@fandomportals
    Email: fandomportals@gmail.com
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    46 分
  • Jersey Girl (2004) – Kevin Smith’s Sweetest Swing, Ben Affleck and JLo's Off Screen Impact and Embracing Quirky Authenticity

    Jersey Girl (2004) – Kevin Smith’s Sweetest Swing, Ben Affleck and JLo's Off Screen Impact and Embracing Quirky Authenticity
    2025/05/31

    Episode Summary:
    In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash revisit Kevin Smith’s most divisive film: Jersey Girl. Departing from his usual vulgar wit and the View Askewniverse, Smith explores fatherhood, grief, and second chances in this misunderstood dramedy starring Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler, and George Carlin. The hosts reflect on how real-life publicity, editing regrets, and emotional resonance shaped this movie’s legacy—and whether it deserves its Razzie rep. Plus, insights from Reddit and Threads, Kevin Smith trivia, and the always chaotic Fandom Fact Face-Off.

    Topics:

    • Kevin Smith’s pivot from Jay & Silent Bob to heartfelt drama
    • The Bennifer effect: How tabloids tanked Jersey Girl’s reception
    • George Carlin’s final role and understated performance
    • The child actor conundrum: Raquel Castro’s performance
    • Why Liv Tyler’s character feels dated (and a little cringey)
    • Behind-the-scenes regret: the 30 minutes cut due to J.Lo backlash
    • Ben Affleck’s subtle performance and emotional arc
    • Deleted scenes, missed cameos, and Bruce Springsteen’s near-involvement
    • Personal reflections on fatherhood, identity, and living for love over legacy

    Key Takeaways:

    • Jersey Girl was Smith’s personal risk—a film about loss, parenting, and redemption—but got buried under Bennifer gossip and fan expectations.
    • Kevin Smith now regrets cutting 30 minutes of emotional depth due to public backlash.
    • The film’s emotional core lies in accepting love in unexpected places and embracing quirky authenticity, like Ollie supporting Gertie’s oddball Sweeney Todd musical.
    • Ben Affleck’s nuanced grief performance gets more credit today than it did in 2004.
    • The message: True love isn’t reshaping people to fit your world—it’s choosing to enter theirs, flaws and all.

    Quotes:

    “True love isn't about molding someone into your world—it's about stepping into theirs.”
    “He kept calling her ‘the kid’—until the moment he saw her for who she was.”
    “You’re the only thing I’ve ever been good at.”
    “That street sweeper was the Batmobile to her. That’s all that matters.”


    Apple Podcast Tags:
    Jersey Girl, Kevin Smith, Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler, George Carlin, View Askewniverse, Movie Analysis, Fatherhood Films, Pop Culture Podcast, Geek Freaks Network, Fandom Portals Podcast, Movie Trivia, Film Deep Dive, 2000s Cinema, Jennifer Lopez


    Contact Us:
    Website: https://www.fandomportalspodcast.com/


    Instagram: instagram.com/fandomportals/?locale=en
    Threads: threads.net/@fandomportals
    Email: fandomportals@gmail.com
    Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/fandomportals
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    1 時間 6 分

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