Howie and Jigsaw historian Drew dissect each trap in Saw X, the latest instalment of the infamous Saw franchise. | Outro track: "Waiting Room" by Blue Waters (https://bluewatersau.bandcamp.com/track/waiting-room)Oleh Isolated Nation

Australian filmmaker/film editor Saxon Wright joins Howie and special guest Ashton Hardman-Le Cornu(Spacey Jane) to unpack the subtleties of James Cameron's blockbuster hit sequel, "Avatar: The Way of Water". Outro: "Live Rounds" by Anjo (https://angeliquejoy.bandcamp.com/album/weekender)Oleh Isolated Nation

This episode on the Spoiler Nation Podcast, special guest Ashton Hardman-Le Cornu (Spacey Jane) joins Howie as they try to process Todd Field's perplexing character study, "Tár"(07:53), and unpack "Babylon"(40:00), Damien Chazelle's opulent love letter to cinema. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this discussion next episode, where they plunge deep into the…

This episode on the Spoiler Nation podcast, Howie and Rhys dive deep into Season 1 of "House of The Dragon" (27:37). But before that, they discuss season 1 of Amazon's Lord of The Rings prequel "The Rings of Power"(01:54), and the Dwayne Johnson-starring DC film, "Black Adam"(10:52).Oleh Isolated Nation

In this episode, Maesters Howie and Rhys revisit the Game of Thrones universe by diving deep into the first two episodes of HBO's "House of The Dragon".Oleh Isolated Nation

This episode on the Spoiler Nation podcast, join Howie and Rhys as they dive deep into the Star Wars series The Mandalori- no wait, sorry, “The Book of Boba Fett”(20:20), and A24’s latest heartstrings tugger, the Joaquin Phoenix-starring “C’mon C’mon”, directed by Mike Mills. | Outro track: “Waiting Room” by Blue Waters (https://bluewatersau.bandca…

This episode on the Spoiler Nation podcast, Howie invites long-time "Wheel of Time" series book reader, Olie, to dive deep into Season 1 of Amazon Prime's on-screen adaptation of Robert Jordan's popular fantasy book series. | OUTRO SONG: "The Gates" by Blue Waters (https://bluewatersau.bandcamp.com/album/waterworks-ep1)…

In this superhero-packed episode on the Spoiler Nation podcast, join Howie and Rhys as they dive deep into Zack Snyder's 4-hour Justice League movie event. But first, they share their thoughts on Disney Plus's "Falcon and the Winter Soldier", Amazon Prime's "Invincible", and HBO Max's "Superman and Lois".…

Whose side are you on?This episode on the Spoiler Nation podcast, Howie and special guest Fynn dissect the showdown on the century that is Godzilla Vs Kong, the culmination of Legendary's "Monsterverse" franchise that pits two cinematic monster icons against one another. / OUTRO: "Why don't you swim (demo)" by Doubt (https://soundcloud.com/doubtsou…

This episode on Spoiler Nation, Howie and special guest Joe dive deep into the last three episodes of The Mandalorian Season 2: "The Tragedy" (2x06), "The Believer" (2x07), "The Rescue" (2x08).|OUTRO: "Home Song" bu Ross Budgen (https://soundcloud.com/rossbugden/)Oleh Isolated Nation

In the latest chapter of The Mandalorian Season 2, "The Jedi", we see the live-action debut of Ahsoka Tano. Originally a ghastly little irritant, Ahsoka emerged from the Clone Wars as a devastated and disillusioned warrior and, naturally, a genuine fan favourite. So how does Ahsoka fare here? Now that Baby Yoda has an actual name, will it catch on?…

This Halloween season, join Howie and special guest Keaton in a spooky, comprehensive breakdown of Netflix's "The Haunting of Bly Manor", Mike Flanagan's follow-up to his hit horror series, "The Haunting of Hill House."| (Outro: "Black Lagoon" by Common Father https://soundcloud.com/user-473084225/black-lagoon)…

Chinese people have a saying: When you get cancer, you die. This episode, join Howie and special guest Ronan as we break down Lu Lu Wang's "The Farewell" (or 别告诉她), A24's latest based-on-a-true-story family drama, starring Awkwafina and an all Asian cast. / / OUTRO: "Home Run" by Ghost Care (https://soundcloud.com/user-220457608/home-run)…

This episode, Howie and special guest Fynn as dive deep into the waking nightmare that is "Midsommar", Ari Aster's follow-up to the hit instant horror classic, "Hereditary". Listen as they dissect the film, scene-by-scene, one cultish ritual at a time. But before that, some reactions to the trailer for "IT: Chapter 2" and "The Lighthouse". / OUTRO:…

In part 2 of our Family-themed Movies special, join Howie and special guest Drew as they try to decipher the Palme d'Or-winning "Parasite", a black comedy thriller by South Korean director Bong Joon-ho(Snowpiercer, Okja, The Host), scene by scene./ / OUTRO: "Bad News Bus" by Catwalk (https://catwalkmusic.bandcamp.com)…

Why can't we be friends? This episode, join Howie and Drew as they hit the accelerator and drive down the spoiler-filled road of the inevitable spin-off of the Fast and Furious franchise, the Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham-starring "Hobbs & Shaw". / / OUTRO: "Yellow, Green, Violet Blue" by Catwalk (https://catwalkmusic.bandcamp.com)…

In our first jam-packed episode post "Game of Thrones", join us as we jump back into the Upside Down with a spoiler-filled debrief of "Stranger Things" Season 3 (50:58), swoon over the exquisite HBO miniseries "Chernobyl"(32:00), and give our SPOILER-FREE thoughts on two films, "Booksmart" (11:02) and "Under The Silver Lake" (18:28). But before tha…

And now our watch has ended. This episode on Spoiler Nation, join Howie and Rhys as they debrief the final two episodes of HBO's Game of Thrones, "The Bells"(8x05) and "The Iron Throne"(8x06). | OUTRO: "Another" by Ghost Care (https://open.spotify.com/album/2DxCbfh9hbIvuI9TccAq0X)Oleh Isolated Nation

In our most heated Game of Thrones debrief yet, join Howie and Rhys as they clash over Jon's confession to the Starks, Missandei's final words, Tyrion's plea to Cersei, that GHOST moment, and other shenanigans that went down on Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 4, "The Last of The Starks". | OUTRO: "Scriptspeak" by Didions Bible (https://didionsbibl…

What do you say to the god of death? This episode on the Spoiler Nation Podcast, join Howie and Rhys as they break down the gargantuan television event that is Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 3, "The Long Night". | OUTRO: "Suburban Messiah" by Didion's Bible (https://didionsbible.bandcamp.com)Oleh Isolated Nation

This episode, Howie and special guest Lewis debrief Season 8 Episode 2 of Game of Thrones "A Knight of The Seven Kingdoms". Join us as we explore the significance of Brienne's knighthood, Dany's hypocrisy, THAT Arya and Gendry scene, and Winterfell's military strategy towards defeating the Night King. We also give our predictions of who we think wi…

Howie and Rhys break down Episode 1 of the final season of HBO's Game of Thrones, "Winterfell". Join us as we talk reunions, Jon's revelation, Dany's challenges, the Winterfell crypts, and, of course, elephants. | | OUTRO: "Tijuana" by Didions Bible (http://didionsbible.bandcamp.com/)Oleh Isolated Nation

This episode, Howie and Rhys dive deep into "Us", Jordan Peele's follow up to his Oscar-winning breakout debut, "Get Out". WARNING: Due to a technical issue, the audio quality for this episode is sub-par. It's not you device, it's us. We will be back to regular crisp quality next episode!/ OUTRO: "Pet Store" by Common Father…

This episode, Howie and special guest Laila are off the deep end, listen as they dive in, far from the shallow of the Oscar Best Picture hopeful, Bradley Cooper/Lady Gaga powerhouse that is "A Star Is Born" (2018). | |OUTRO: "Susans death and art vandelay" by Common Father (https://soundcloud.com/user-473084225)…

On this episode of Spoiler Nation, Howie and Rhys conduct a thorough investigation of JK Rowling's Fantastic Beasts sequel. / / OUTRO: "Deep Sea Divers" by Common Father (https://soundcloud.com/user-473084225)Oleh Isolated Nation

In Part 2 of our 2018 retrospective, Howie and Rhys (and special guest Chris) descend into utter chaos as they dive deep into their least favourite films of the year so far. / / OUTRO: "Pet Store" by Common Father (https://soundcloud.com/user-473084225)Oleh Isolated Nation

In memory of the short-lived and poorly received Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film category in the Oscars, Howie and Rhys (joined by special guest Chris AKA Mr Movies)decide to look back at the some of the best, and some of the most mediocre movies we've seen so far, in part 1 of our 2018 retrospective. Stay tuned for PART 2, where we dive de…

Since our last Spoiler Nation episode, suns have risen and extinguished, empires fallen spectacularly – and James Gunn was fired from directing Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Included in this episode are some (mostly)SPOILER FREE movie and TV reviews. Is "Mission: Impossible- Fallout"(19:06 onwards)worth the fuss? How fares Spike Lee’s latest join…

I’ve got a bad feeling about this… This episode on the Spoiler Nation Podcast, Howie and Rhys venture deep into the backstory far, far away as they dissect Han Solo’s origin in “Solo: A Star Wars Story”(minute 22:50 onwards). But first, a spoiler-filled review of the ultra-meta "Deadpool 2". | | OUTRO: "Crime Scene in Mt Lawley" by Kid Dingo (https…

Mr Stark, I don't feel so good...At long last, we finally get to dive deep into the superhero-filled gauntlet that is "Avengers: Infinity War". Did it live up to our expectations? What are the implications of that game-changing ending for the future of the MCU? Howie and Rhys attempt to answer these questions and more in this episode of the Spoiler…

Have you ever questioned the nature of your reality?This episode of Spoiler Nation, Howie and Sean dive deep into the spoiler-filled maze of HBO's Westworld. How do the hosts exert their free will? What's the deal with Grace from The Raj/Colonialismworld? Has Dolores finally gone too far? They explore these questions and more on their recap of Seas…

Have you ever listened to anything so full of splendour? This episode, Howie and Matt try their best to solve the spoiler-filled maze that is HBO's Westworld. Which hosts are truly 'woke'? What's up with Delores/Wyatt? What is Delos' true agenda? They speculate on these questions and more on their debrief of the first two episodes of Season 2.| Mat…

In this blockbuster-centric episode of the Spoiler Nation podcast, Howie and Rhys dive deep into the nostalgia-fuelled oasis of Steven Spielberg's "Ready Player One"(minute 28:46), and speak in hush-tones about John Krasinski's sci-fi thriller, "A Quiet Place"(11:54). But before that, some brief speculation about the most recent trailer for Ron How…

It's brainy sci-fi versus brainless sci-fi in this episode of Spoiler Nation, as we have a spoiler-free review of "Pacific Rim: Uprising", and a spoiler-filled debrief of Alex Garland's Netflix mind-bender, "Annihilation"(starts at 19:50)./ OUTRO: "Midnight Friends" by Delivery Buoy (https://soundcloud.com/deliverybuoy)/ "Annihilation" review on Is…

Wakanda Forever! This episode, we dive deep into the Vibranium-powered, high-tech kingdom of "Black Panther", a game-changing entry to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Is Michael B. Jordan's Killmonger one of the best comic movie villains ever? Where does King T'Challa fit in the pantheon of memorable Marvel heroes? We break down all that and more in…

In our first episode 0f 2018, Howie and Rhys break down this year's major Oscar nominations (14:05 onwards)and talk about their predictions on who WILL win, and who they think SHOULD win. But before that, a spoiler-free review of Best Picture/Director/Original Screenplay/Lead Actress/Supporting Actress contender, Greta Gerwig's directorial debut "L…

This episode, Rhys and Howie become one with The Force a`s they dive deep into Rian Johnson's "Star Wars: The Last Jedi". They discuss fan reactions, THAT Leia moment, and of course, Porgs. / / OUTRO: "Accountant" by Turtle Bay Television (https://soundcloud.com/turtlebaytelevision)Oleh Isolated Nation

Are you all in? Join us for this episode of the Spoiler Nation Podcast as we give you a jam-packed, spoiler-filled breakdown of what went wrong and what went surprisingly well with DC's long-anticipated team-up movie, Justice League. > > > OUTRO: "Eden Beach" by Turtle Bay Television (https://soundcloud.com/turtlebaytelevision)>> SUBSCRIBE to SPOIL…

If there's something strange in Stranger Things 2, who ya gonna call?On this episode, join our party as we venture into the spoiler-filled tunnels of the Upside Down. We dive deep into Babysitter Steve, #JusticeForBob, THAT Eleven episode (you know which one), and more (13:00 onwards). But before that, some we bring you some TV news. // OUTRO: "it …

Is Deckard a replicant? Is Ryan Gosling more human than human? How much Jared Leto is too much? We attempt to answer these questions in our spoiler-filled deep-dive into Denis Villeneuve's triumphant sequel to Ridley Scott's influential cult-classic, "Blade Runner" (beginning at minute 14:32). But before that, we give our full break down of the fin…

On this episode, Howie and Rhys join forces to explore what went wrong with the long-anticipated but ultimately lackluster Marvel/Netflix team-up show by diving deep into the highs and lows of "The Defenders".>>>>OUTRO: "stupid friends" by Delivery Buoy (https://soundcloud.com/deliverybuoy)Oleh Isolated Nation

On this spooktacular episode of Spoiler Nation, Howie and special guest Keaton dive deep into "IT", Andy Muschietti's 2017 adaptation of Stephen King's infamous novel of the same name.> > > > OUTRO: "Anybody" by George Alfredd (https://soundcloud.com/george-alfredd)Oleh Isolated Nation

All men must die, and with that, all Game of Thrones seasons must end. Join Howie and Rhys as they dive deep into the movie-length finale episode of season 7, "The Dragon and The Wolf".> > > SUBSCRIBE to "Spoiler Nation" on Apple Podcast, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts!> > > OUTRO by @thewatcherbeats…

On this episode of Spoiler Nation, we follow the Snowcean's Seven on their sui-ice mission beyond the wall. Join Howie and Lewis (aka local rapper Silvertongue) as they admire the Night King's javelin skills, dive deep into the " Bran = Night King" theory, pick sides over the Arya vs Sansa showdown and more in their spoiler-filled breakdown of Game…

Just-ice league assemble(see what we did there)! This episode, Howie is joined by notable Perth rapper Beckon MC as they give a full breakdown on Gilly's game-changing reveal, Little Finger's big win, and the assembling of Jon's sui-ice squad headed beyond the wall on Game of Thrones season 7 episode 5, "Eastwatch".> > > >OUTRO: "Name Your Price (f…

On this episode of the Spoiler Nation podcast, Howie and Rhys continue their deep dive into Game of Thrones Season 7, where they celebrate a special Stark reunion, break down an explosive battle sequence, and wonder when will Jon Snow finally BEND THE GODAMN KNEE. > > > > > OUTRO: "Plainly As You" by Bluenade (https://bluenade.bandcamp.com/)…

This episode, Howie and Rhys dive deep into the long anticipated Tinder Date of Ice and Fire, say goodbye to a beloved character, and bask in the glory of Euron Greyjoy's magical armada in their spoiler-filled discussion of the game-changing Episode 3 of Game of Thrones Season 7, "The Queen's Justice". > > > OUTRO: "Glass Heart" by Physical Release…

Recorded moments after watching this week's action-packed episode of Game of Thrones, "Stormborn" (Season 7 Episode 2), Howie and Angelique give their initial reactions and hot takes on Hot Pie, surprise boat fights, prophecies, and, of course, the "foreign invasion". ~ {OUTRO MUSIC: "Wishy Washy" by Bluenade - https://bluenade.bandcamp.com/}…

Winter is finally here, and with that comes our weekly spoiler-filled deep-dives into the dragonglass-filled mines of Game of Thrones. In this episode, we debrief "Dragonstone", the long-awaited premiere of Season 7. OUTRO: "Dunston Deep Down" by Bluenade (https://soundcloud.com/bluenade)Oleh Isolated Nation

This episode, Rhys and Howie dive deep into the disturbingly tense "Hounds of Love" (27:00), a directorial debut by Perth director Ben Young, shot on location in Perth, and based on a horrific true story that rocked Perth in the late 80s. But before that, we give you some MOVIE NEWS on the upcoming young Han Solo movie, and the Fast and Furious fra…