Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast! We start with a long list of country artists who will be celebrating 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry. Next, Tony Hawk returns to video games with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. Later, Sesame Workshop announces layoffs after staff starts to organize. We wrap it all up with a recap of Sunday's Oscars…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with our Academy Awards predictions for the upcoming 97th ceremony. Next, LucasFilm announces that Kathleen Kennedy would not continue after her current contract is up at the end of the year. Later, Warner Bros. shuts down several of its studios, including Monolith Productions, Player F…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a catchup on FireAid with $50M provided to local organizations. Next, Microsoft debuts a new open sourced generative AI model, Muse, for gamers. Later, we have the reveal of Avatar: Seven Havens, the next installment following The Legend of Korra. We wrap it all up with Michael G. …

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with this years final nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Next, we discuss the latest PlayStation State of Play with all the releases coming this year. Later, Media Boat Show of the year 2024 is coming back for the Winter Olympics. We wrap it all up with even more a…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Grammy winners from this past weekend. Next, Warner Bros. is ending MultiVersus a year after its relaunch. Later, SNL has so much content to digest ahead of its 50th anniversary. We wrap it all up with Magic: The Gathering film and tv show being worked on by Legendary Entertainment…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Spotify and UMG striking a new 5 year deal. Next, BioWare is losing several developers to be shuffled onto other EA projects. Later, we find out more about the next Shondaland productions of a murder mystery to take place in the White House. We wrap it all up with a look at the upc…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Academy Award nominations as we take a look at the ten films nominated for Best Picture. Next, LeBron James is making TV moves with his SpringHill Company . Later, lots of game bits on EA $6B loss, Xbox Developer Direct, and several top CEO's leaving their companies. We wrap it all…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the Grammy's revising their schedule in the wake of the Southern California wildfires. Next, Sony is ending 2 upcoming live service games, but not shuttering the studios behind them. Later, Hollywood slowly gets back to work as productions pick up this week following the wildfires.…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the LA fires with the announcement of FireAid concert at the end of the month. Next, video game bits with Switch 2 rumors, Assassin's Creed Shadows delayed, and Nvidia announced the 5000 series. Later, Venu is no longer happening as Disney buys major stake in Fubo. We wrap it all u…

Welcome to another season of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a look at the fast approaching deadline for TikTok to be divested from its parent company ByteDance if it wishes to remain in the US. Next, the rumored Switch 2 will have up-res scaling for all its games into current generation resolution using AI. Later, The Simpsons will no longer…

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the other news stories of the past year and everything we usually don't cover, but happened during the year. On top of that we have notable deaths that occurred this year all culminating to our look ahead to the following year. All this and more on this special episode of M…

Welcome to special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of films we saw this year all culminating to our film of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.…

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of TV shows we saw this year all culminating to our show of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Spotify dropping facts against Drake in his ongoing lawsuit of artificially inflating numbers. Next, the Switch has passed the PS2 to become the second best selling video game console in the US. Later, Yu-Gi-Oh GX is getting a 20th anniversary remaster next year. We wrap it all up …

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of video games we played this year all culminating to our game of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.…

Welcome to a special episode of Media Boat Podcast. Today we talk about all the important news stories of the past year and then we will choose a story of the year. On top of that we have our top 5 lists of albums we listened to this year all culminating to our album of the year. All this and more on this special episode of Media Boat Podcast.…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the long rumored SZA deluxe album coming to fruition this week, titled Lana. Next, The Game Awards happened where we cover Game of the Year and all the exciting announcements. Later, Sesame Street is for sale as it will not be returning to MAX after 2027. We wrap it all up with mov…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Jay-Z's connection to Sean "Diddy" Combs and the surrounding blackmail. Next, Lego Fortnite is introducing a new "social roleplay experience" called Brick Life. Later, we have the run down on who's performing on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. We wrap it all up with the winner…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Moana 2 record breaking box office numbers over the Thanksgiving weekend. Next, MAX is losing even more beloved cartoon shows by the end of the year, leaving only a handful of nostalgic classics. Later, There could have been a LEGO James Bond game and the pitch trailer has been lea…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Drake submitting 2 lawsuits against UMG over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' song. Next, Veteran Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida has announced he will be leaving the company in January, after 31 years at PlayStation. Later, TV bits on Pamela Hayden, Wendy Williams, and Dan Schneider. …

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with all the guests that will appear on Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming Christmas special for Netflix. Next, we have all the nominations for this years Video Game Awards, including the six contenders for Game of the Year. Later, we take a look at 2 sport media deals with Diamond Sports Gro…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Grammy nominations and the dominance of women artists this year in the major 4 categories. Next, Take-Two has sold its indie publishing label Private Division. Later, Mass Effect TV show is getting the greenlight for Prime Video. We wrap it all up with Simon Kinberg getting the nod…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a Universal Music Group lawsuit against Believe for blatant copyright infringement of songs. Next, Brian Horton moves on from Insomniac's The Wolverine game and onto the next installment of Perfect Dark for Microsoft. Later, Netflix is ending its interactive media starting on Decem…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Ticketmaster canceling 50,000 scalped tickets to the Oasis concert next year. Next, 2 game studios are shuttering their doors after releasing games earlier this year. Later, SNL VFX workers successfully vote to unionize with IATSE. We wrap it all up with a special Halloween news se…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Elvira bringing up a seven year old story about meeting Ariana Grande. Next, Nintendo Playtest Online is full of surprises that was supposed to be kept under wraps. Later, the God of War series is on the search for new show runners as it goes back to square one. We wrap it all up w…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with a trio of Taylor Swift news, including some special items this holiday season. Next, we have a trio of Nintendo related stories, including the big Pokemon leak. Later, Dan Fogelman will be making a new show around a generational NFL family. We wrap it all up with a Voltron movie st…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with unfortunate music bits about Sum 41, Garth Brooks, and Luke Bryan. Next, Google has to open up to third-party apps while 343 Industries gets a rebranding. Later, Warner Bros. Discovery quietly terminates even more cartoons like Steven Universe, Ben 10, and Chowder. We wrap it all u…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start by waking up Green Day, now that September has ended, where Billy Joe Armstrong has some choice words for Las Vegas. Next, PlayStation Network went down, leading to flashbacks of the last time this happened in 2011. Later, Disney is consolidating yet another media department as it conti…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Sabrina Carpenter doing a Christmas special on Netflix with special guests. Next, Nintendo has finally filed a lawsuit against Palworld creators in Japan. Later, we take a look at the upcoming SNL 50th season with their guest host line up and fresh faces. We wrap it all up with Jen…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and Jane's Addiction. Next, we have video game bits on PlayStation 6 rumors, Annapurna Interactive, and more Microsoft layoffs. Later, we have Emmy winners, losers, and our thoughts on the broadcast. We wrap it all up with justice towards the…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Emily Armstrong joining Linkin Park as their new singer followed by all the baggage that came with that announcement. Next, the PlayStation 5 Pro is announced to some rather unenthusiastic claims. Later, we get into the Creative Arts Emmy winners as we look ahead to this weeks cere…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Lady Gaga announcing a new album, while Adele announced she's taking a long break. Next, Concord is shutting down its live service after 11 active days. Later, DirecTV has blacked out Disney programming due to contract negotiations right before the start of football season. We wrap…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Liam and Noel Gallagher putting their feud to the side in favor of money made with an Oasis reunion tour. Next, Nintendo Direct happened today but we only care about Tetris news. Later, Disney is closing down several of its apps to force users to sign up for Disney+ and Hulu. We wr…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with KE$HA having a tumble with Timber on YouTube. Next, we have our thoughts on Gamescom opening night announcements. Later, the US court prevents Venu from operating this year due to monopolistic appeals. We wrap it all up with Nic Cage playing John Madden in a film by David O Russell…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Taylor Swift's Vienna concert being cancelled due to a terrorist plot. Next, Valve has a new game called Deadlock dropping subtly on Steam. Later, the Cartoon Network website is being shut down by WBD. We wrap it all up with D23 news on everything coming out from Disney. We also ha…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on VMAs, Justin Timberlake, and Brittney Spears. Next, is a pair of bad news for Bungie and Game Informer employees. Later, it's a round up of TV host gigs across the landscape. We wrap it all up with a crossover of Beetlejuice and Roblox. We also have thoughts on Kacey …

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with The 1975 being sued for their front man's comments last year in Malaysia. Next, video game voice actors strike over failed negotiations with stipulations on AI protections. Later, Disney and WBD officially release their bundle deal to save you 38%. We wrap it all up with Deadpool &…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Sean Kingston getting into federal trouble with possible prison sentence. Next, Xbox looks to be in trouble with the FTC since it announced price hikes last week to Game Pass Ultimate. Later, Emmy noms are here and FX is dominating in drama with Shogun and comedy with The Bear. We …

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the end of Tenacious D after Kyle Gass made a joke that did not sit well with Jack Black. Next, we have news from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft in the video game section. Later, it's gonna be a cruel summer as layoffs are headed to the big studios where nobody's job is safe this ye…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Coldplay settling its lawsuit with their former managers over unused pylons. Next, the upcoming Horizon series is being put on pause following their showrunners untimely dismissal. Later, Crunchyroll has deleted and disabled comments across their entire website. We wrap it all up w…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Ann Wilson of Heart having surgery to remove cancer and thus having to postpone their current tour. Next, Capcom has gone back to the remake well, this time for Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. Later, Paramount Global has taken down 25 years worth of back catalog from its websites in a…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Kendrick Lamar putting on a West Coast show to ultimately end the feud with Drake. Next, Twitch has confirmed its ban on Dr. Disrespect as he is also ousted from his own company. Later, five men were convicted of copyright infringement for hosting illegal copies of TV shows. We wra…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with movie bits on Alamo Drafthouse, Megalopolis, and Jordan Peele. Next, it could be the end of Power Rangers as the series is done at Netflix with the next iteration not moving forward. Later, there was a Nintendo Direct and we take a look at all the announcements from The Legend of Z…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with The Black Keys parting ways with their manager as fallout continues from their canceled arena tour. Next, it's Summer Games Fest and we have all the games from the events that you will soon get to play. Later, the NBA is inking a deal worth $77B with Comcast, Amazon, and Disney for…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on Halsey, Cyndi Lauper, Jennifer Lopez, and Nicki Minaj. Next, Sony had their State of Play so we break down all the game announcements, plus an adapter for the PSVR2 to the PC. Later, TriStar Television is getting absorbed into Sony's television organization for consol…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the US Justice System taking on Live Nation for the monopoly they have on concert tickets and venues. Next, the very first console war coming to an end with Atari buying the Intellivision brand. Later, NCAA and its five power conferences have agreed to allow schools to directly pay…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Spotify being hit with a cease-and-desist letter from the National Music Publishers Association. Next, Gamer Network has been acquired by IGN Entertainment for an unknown sum. Later, Comcast has announced a new StreamSaver bundle combining Peacock Premium, Netflix Basic, and Apple …

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys being placed under a conservatorship since the passing of his wife in January. Next, we take a look at both Microsoft and Sony as one seeks to open it's own mobile store, while the other replaced its CEO. Later, Disney and Warner Bros Discovery will b…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with the diss tracks between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Next, Xbox is closing Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog and Roundhouse Games. Later, Amazon is adding another IP to its streaming service in the form of Blade Runner 2099 with Michelle Yeoh. We wrap it all up with Sony makin…

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with music bits on Billie Eilish world tour, a new Eminem album, and the records that Taylor Swift broke. Next, Xbox is the first to announce that their Summer Games Fest showcase will take place on June 9th and will feature Activision Blizzard games. Later, Scooby-Doo is getting a live…