EPISODE 509: DC STUDIOS SAVED! But at what cost?

In our final episode before NYCC, we revisit our Stan Bush interview and react to the LEGO Dragon Ball set and Netflix’s LEGO One Piece special. We also cover new seasons of Ranma 1/2 and Steel Ball Run, the approaching Lanterns finale, and Bradley Cooper joining G.I. JOE. For our Talk Topic of the Week, we explore how the Skydance merger could reshape DC Studios, television, streaming, and media.

As we commemorate the 40th anniversary of *Transformers: The Movie*, we sit down with Stan Bush, the man behind two of its most iconic tracks: "The Touch" and "Dare". In this intimate conversation, Stan shares his musical journey, his influences, and the joy of creating songs that resonate. 

We have lots of news and reviews this week, including thoughts on the season finale of Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, the suspect animated movie GRINLOCKE: The Boo Boo Games, and more. In our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, we recap AVENGERS ENDGAME's new scenes to determine whether this was worth going back to the theater for. We will also reveal who our next TALK TIME LIVE EXCLUSIVE guest will be this week and another exclusive at New York Comic Con.

XBOX makes major moves at the expense of more layoffs. Rockstar Games reveals its collector’s edition with one missing and important item. A new anime project based on one of the most popular Soulslike games is coming soon. I checked out the demo for STELLAR BLADE on the SWITCH 2. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I review “The Adventures of Elliot” and talk about why this game proves that high-resolution graphics and FPS don’t matter.

As TTL celebrates hitting over 100,000 downloads this month, we get ready for NYCC and talk about our most anticipated panels and more. Variety also lists the TOP 10 Movie Box office draws of all time. The new Resident Evil movie gets some good news despite mixed reviews. Batman will cross over with a Super Sentai legend. Then, in our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I talk about my venture to see TRANSFORMERS: The Movie in theaters to celebrate the 40th Anniversary and give my thoughts on the animated short Optimus Prime Awakening, which features the final Prime performance of Peter Cullen.

THIS WEEK: Developers LEVEL-5 is under fire over their use of AI. We give our thoughts on the crazy STREET FIGHTER popcorn bucket. I also take a look at the new series "GOLDEN AXE" on Paramount+. Then, in our FINAL STAGE review, I give my grade for the "God of War" ready Wolverine for the PS5, as well as the outpouring of support from the gaming community against negative early reviews.

We have a huge episode as we recap everything from the latest Nintendo Direct. We also talk about the mind-blowing news of Hideo Kojima leaving Playstation. I will give my thoughts on the new iPhone Duo and discuss whether this is a worthy investment. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I review the epic return of ONIMUSHA: Way of the Sword for the SWITCH 2.

Prime Video canceled Spider-Noir after one season. Spider-Man BND breaks a major record; we check out the new Gintama movie on Netflix; and in our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I review Coyote vs. Acme and discuss why Warner Brothers Discovery made a major mistake.

We recap the announcements from the latest PlayStation State of Play and the latest Street Fighter movie trailer, plus news on Nintendo's next big Direct showcase. In our FINAL STAGE REVIEW, I grade Captain Tsubasa 2: The World Fighters (Nintendo Switch 2).

Another packed show features legacy highlights honoring the late, great Peter Cullen, Tim Curry, and Dolly Parton, along with a remembrance of Chadwick Boseman. We also share our thoughts on AEW All In and the anime-inspired entrances from several stars, and review Batman: Knightfall—possibly the best animated Batman film in years.