The FliteCast

FLITE REVIEW: "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie"

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:56:50 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on the latest Super Mario movie from Illumination, on my way home from the theater. Is it better than the first one, or do I actually agree with the hellsite critics?

FLITE REVIEW: "Project Hail Mary"

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:56:29 GMT

My honest, spoiler-free thoughts on Project Hail Mary, and why it might have been a good idea to put REDACTED in the trailers after all.

FLITE BOX: "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1"

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:15:23 GMT

Is Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1 the best first season of a Star Trek show in history? I break down why that might be the case, share my spoilery thoughts on the show itself, and why it's time for the close-minded Trekkies to seriously stop talking their selfish nonsense about it.

0234: Paramount, Warner Bros., and Lanterns

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:21:13 GMT

The first VIDEO and audio episode of THE FLITECAST catches up on the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal and reaction to the first trailer for Lanterns from DC Studios!

FLITE CHAT 0087: "February 15, 2026"

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:19:22 GMT

This week on FLITE CHAT, why is it so difficult for fans to agree to disagree on superhero movies? Plus, how Star Trek’s past is definitely influencing its future, and we’re all watching Spider-Noir in black and white first, right? All of that and much more on FLITE CHAT! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0051: "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episodes 1-5"

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:37:24 GMT

My full, honest review of the first half of Starfleet Academy’s first season as a 35-year Star Trek fan. Obviously, I’m enjoying it, because I like being happy, but how much am I enjoying it, and why are so many longtime "fans" unfairly judging it? Find out on this special episode of FLITE BOX! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0086: "February 8, 2026"

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:20:02 GMT

This week, we’re still talking about BvS as we get closer to its 10th anniversary date. Plus, what do we think about Starfleet Academy halfway through its first season? And, did Ben Affleck really give us the key to the AI argument a few weeks ago? All that and more on FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0233: A New CEO, and The Face That Launched A Thousand Ships

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:48:53 GMT

This week on THE FLITECAST, we’re talking about Disney’s new CEO and how different he’ll be from the previous ones, and we’re trashing Nerd MAGA again for showing its racism as usual, this time aimed at Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0085: February 1, 2026

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 02:03:02 GMT

How badly does Gemini destroy a recent anti-BvS YouTube video? Plus, how great were the Mission: Impossible movies? And which comic look will inspire Damian Wayne’s DCU costume? All of those answers and more on this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0074: "Send Help"

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 02:35:57 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on Sam Raimi’s latest darkly comedic masterpiece, Send Help, a truly unhinged merging of Cast Away and Horrible Bosses. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0084: January 25, 2026

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 03:13:25 GMT

Which Stranger Things actor is a big fan of the Snyderverse? Why did they wait until the second movie to give Mario and Luigi fire flower powers? And why hasn’t James Gunn confirmed or denied Christina Hodson writing DCU Batman yet? All that and more on this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0232: "Nominations, and Pronouns, and Cigars, Oh My!"

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 03:05:47 GMT

This week on THE FLITECAST, we discuss Sinners breaking records without winning an Oscar yet, the new Masters of the Universe teaser upsetting Nerd MAGA, Jason Momoa’s debut as Lobo, and why it’s too early to care about the DCU Batman writer. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0231: Kathleen Kennedy's Badass Career

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:00:10 GMT

This week on THE FLITECAST, we discuss why Kathleen Kennedy’s impressive list of credits is more significant than the complaints of misogynist cultists, how those critics again missed the core message of Star Trek, and Netflix's focus on making movies for cell phones rather than theaters. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0083: "January 18, 2026"

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:07:58 GMT

On the latest FLITE CHAT, we’re preparing for the 10th anniversary of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, getting a light spoiler review of The Bone Temple, and still looking ahead to a big year of new movies, shows, and comics in 2026! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0230: "Awards Season, Scooper Madness, and Gatekeeping Studios?"

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 02:22:48 GMT

This week on THE FLITECAST, why should we care about movie awards season anymore? Also, should Marvel Studios take notes from James Gunn and DC Studios on how to deal with Scooper Madness? And why are Star Trek fans gatekeeping Starfleet Academy while Disney itself is gatekeeping Wonder Man? Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0082: January 10, 2026

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 09:11:45 GMT

We kick off 2026 reminiscing about our favorite movies from last year, while getting ready for this year’s theatrical releases. Plus, how do we feel about saying goodbye to FOX X-Men for at least a fourth time? And how many movies do you plan on seeing at the theater this year? All of that and more on this week’s FLITE CHAT! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0229: Let's All Go To The Theater Before Netflix Shuts Them Down

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 01:51:30 GMT

Happy New Year! Let’s kick off 2026 with another WARNING from Deadline about Netflix’s plan to crush movie theaters, before diving into the list of films on our radar for the year, this week on The FliteCast! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0081: December 21, 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 02:44:31 GMT

In the final FLITE CHAT of the year, we’re setting the record straight about Netflix’s Ted Sarandos and his actions versus his words, debating when Winter actually begins, and first reactions to the DCU’s Brainiac, Lars Eidinger. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0080: December 14, 2025

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 02:33:37 GMT

Early reaction to the Supergirl first teaser trailer, why the Alien-Predator franchise has always been sci-fi instead of horror, and more evidentiary reasons why Netflix is the worst case scenario to buy Warner Bros. All that and much more on this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0228: Supergirl First Teaser Trailer

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:33:13 GMT

It’s a DCU heavy show with Supergirl first teaser trailer talk, thoughts on the brief preview clip from Lanterns, and general DCU franchise discussion on this week’s FLITECAST. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0079: December 7, 2025

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:46:10 GMT

How are we still feeling about Netflix buying WB? Do theaters outside of the United States seriously let you bring in your own food? And seriously, what is the culturally appropriate way to say Ra’s al Ghul? All those answers and more in this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0227: The Acquisition of Warner Bros. By The Streamer Netflix

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 01:03:27 GMT

Warner Bros. finally might have a buyer, and if the deal goes through, it will literally change Hollywood forever. A full breakdown of everything from the agreement itself, to the challenges of getting approved, to the aftermath of reaction from Hollywood, and everything in between, on this week’s FLITECAST. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0078: November 30, 2025

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:19:49 GMT

What should I watch first, any of the Sonic movies, or The Super Mario Galaxy Movie? How long will it take me to fully watch all of Stranger Things before it ends? And what makes Addams Family Values a “Thanksgiving adjacent” movie instead of a Thanksgiving movie? All of those answers and more in this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0077: November 23, 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 01:02:46 GMT

When will the WBD sale finally happen? What’s the deal with older Pokémon games and Nintendo Switch Online? And does The Running Man prove that Edgar Wright deserves more blockbuster movie chances? All those answers and more in this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0226: "The Truth About The Warner Bros. Bidding War"

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:00:18 GMT

I disembowel and destroy social media’s lies about Saudi Arabia and the Snyderverse with a litany of facts about who is actually buying Warner Bros., how it will likely happen soon, and why the Snyderverse movement is being manipulated by trolls and bots against us. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0076: November 16, 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:18:50 GMT

What could Limp Bizkit possibly have in common with BvS? Just how many women did Captain Kirk get involved with on Star Trek? And how much more messed up is the Director’s Cut of Midsommar? Find out those answers and more on this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0059: "The Running Man"

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 23:13:54 GMT

My largely SPOILER-FREE thoughts on Edgar Wright’s adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel that is frighteningly not as far away from reality as it should be. Did I still enjoy it, or will I be re-watching the Arnold version to cleanse my memory? Find out on FLITE REVIEW! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0225: Superman's Objective Success

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:11:26 GMT

I break down the key points of the recent Forbes article on Superman and the DCU and add more facts to show how delusional and illogical all the narratives against James Gunn and DC Studios are in the wake of the impending WBD sale. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0058: "Predator: Badlands"

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:34:45 GMT

My spoiler-filled first look at Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator era films. Is this standalone good enough to push me to finally watch Prey and Killer of Killers? Plenty of thoughts on that and more in FLITE REVIEW this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0224: A Vendetta, Cord Cutting, and The Kelvin Timeline

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 03:42:28 GMT

It’s the 20th anniversary of a Vertigo-adapted comic book movie classic! Plus, why local sports radio hosts should stick to sports instead of talking about streaming apps, and paying tribute to the Kelvin Timeline of Star Trek, as it appears to be officially over. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0075: November 1, 2025

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 05:05:27 GMT

Just how much do we all watch YouTube or alternate history dramas? How come Star Trek couldn’t figure out romantic plot development until DS9? And will The FliteCast ever have a Discord? All of that and more in this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0223: YouTube: King of the Viewership

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 01:38:52 GMT

After asking all of you a burning question about social media, I dive into recent research that says YouTube is the king streamer that all other streamers are chasing for attention. Even Netflix. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0074: October 25, 2025

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 03:34:19 GMT

Who’s really obsessed with Zack Snyder’s Instagram account? How much did Alfred Hitchcock influence Hollywood? And why do all of the aliens in older Star Trek shows speak English? All of those questions and more, this week on FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0222: "WBD For Sale"

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 01:05:13 GMT

Who’s buying Warner Bros. Discovery, when are they buying it, and how much will it cost? Plus, just how badly did fans take that Supergirl comment from James Gunn out of context? All that and more on this week’s FliteCast! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0073: October 19, 2025

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:16:36 GMT

How badly is social media corrupting our view of the real world? Are you still divided on the Peacemaker Season 2 finale? What is the craziest movie cast you’ve seen that still somehow worked really well? That and many other topics this week on FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0072: October 12, 2025

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 01:34:39 GMT

What do we REALLY think about the Peacemaker Season 2 finale? How different is it to watch Star Trek TOS after being introduced through the Kelvin Timeline movies? And just how scary is the movie It Follows? All that and more in this week’s FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0050: "Peacemaker Season 2 Finale: Full Nelson"

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 01:05:48 GMT

What do The Last Jedi and the Peacemaker Season 2 finale have in common? Maybe you agree with the answer, maybe you hate it, but hopefully you understand it once you hear it on this week’s episode. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0057: Tron: Ares

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 01:00:00 GMT

It’s time to take FLITE REVIEW on the road, with a full spoiler-filled discussion on the new Tron movie…in the car, on the way home from the theater. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0071: October 5, 2025

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 22:36:51 GMT

Is it time to call John Cena a full-fledged actor and forget his WWE days? How concerned should we be about Batman and Superman entering the public domain within the next decade? And how old should a movie be to qualify as a classic? These are just a few of this week’s discussion topics on FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0049: "Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 7: Like A Keith In The Night"

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 01:00:00 GMT

The penultimate episode of Peacemaker’s second season…but could it be the final season? Especially given how this week’s episode ended? And does John Cena deserve an Emmy for introducing us all to the “caterwaul?” Plenty of thoughts on that and more this week on FLITE BOX. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0070: September 28, 2025

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:27:21 GMT

How crazy was that last episode of Peacemaker? Is there any game less playable than Barbie on the NES? Why are the Detroit Lions hot and the Detroit Tigers not? All of those questions answered among many others in this week’s listener feedback show. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0048: "Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 6: Ignorance Is Chris"

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 02:02:25 GMT

We saw it coming, we predicted it, and now it’s official. Was the first big twist of Peacemaker Season 2 effective, or was the major cameo appearance a bigger deal? I breakdown all of it in a LOADED episode this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0047: "Peacemaker Season 2 Catch-Up: Episodes 4 and 5"

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:00:41 GMT

I finally caught up on episodes 4 and 5 of Peacemaker Season 2 and respond to spoiler-filled listener feedback from Flite Chat about it, as we near the final three heavily hyped episodes. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0069: September 21, 2025

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Ranking live concerts, Marvel and DC comic crossovers, playing video games on easy mode, creepy Netflix documentaries, and how the DCU will explain Damian Wayne’s existence are just a few of this week’s feedback topics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0221: Robert Redford, The Emmys, and a Bidding War for WBD?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:08:26 GMT

The FliteCast is BACK, and I’m paying respects to Robert Redford and congratulating Emmy winners before diving into what might happen, or NOT happen, to DC Studios if Warner Bros. Discovery gets sold. Again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0068: September 7, 2025

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 02:18:28 GMT

Peacemaker, Man of Tomorrow, Star Trek uniform colors, Marvel Zombies, and Emmy-nominated movies are just a sample of this week’s feedback session. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0046: "Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 3: Another Rick Up My Sleeve"

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 21:32:54 GMT

The latest episode of Peacemaker had a lot more happening in the background than in the foreground, including the return of a “DCEU favorite” and a strange detail about everyone in the other universe that is eerily obvious… hopefully. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0009: Man of Tomorrow Announcement

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:05:19 GMT

This show really exists to discuss James Gunn’s Superman announcements, so of course, we have to talk about Man of Tomorrow, the next chapter of The Superman Saga in the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0220: It's Time To Evolve Our Conversations

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:25:36 GMT

I explain how football season is once again interfering with my nerd life, pay my respects to Graham Greene, and then analyze another THR piece that harshly critiques all the ragebaiters’ arguments about Superman and MCU box office. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0067: August 31, 2025

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:33:14 GMT

Some deeper discussion on toxic people and bullies in cartoons and real life, contemplating the future of Star Trek on the big screen, perspectives on Black sitcoms, and allegorical and political intrigue with watch updates for TNG and DS9 among other topics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0045: Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 2: A Man Is Only As Good As His Bird

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:10:57 GMT

My thoughts on why this week’s character-focused episode of Peacemaker was necessary before the multiversal ramp-up that’s about to happen for the rest of the season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0219: THE DCEU Is Dead, Long Live the DCEU

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:08:37 GMT

The Anti-Snyder Cult refuses to let the DCEU die, so let’s discuss why they’re still holding onto it more than anyone else. Plus, some updated numbers on the shifting box office conversation, and a big mea culpa to one of my longtime listeners. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0066: August 24, 2025

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:15:03 GMT

This week, we’re talking Peacemaker, The 90s, King of the Hill, Alien: Earth, and the new LEGO Batman game, while witnessing an awakening about Scooper Madness, and getting into some recommendations for Star Trek comics, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0044: "Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 1: The Ties That Grind"

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 22:40:47 GMT

My honest review of the first DCU episode of Peacemaker and why it objectively doesn’t retcon The DCEU at all, even if it subjectively feels like it does. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0218: Terence Stamp, Rage Bots, and Zack Snyder's New Film

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:00:25 GMT

After talking about how AI is literally manipulating our discourse on Superman, I pay my respects to the original General Zod himself and then talk about Zack Snyder’s latest non-DC project. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0065: August 17, 2025

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:52:17 GMT

This week’s feedback covers some personal issues, provides updates on Star Trek watches, explores the Superman Saga, and discusses whether the DCU already has a homework problem, among other topics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0008: "The Superman Saga"

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:05 GMT

My thoughts on James Gunn’s words about the DCU at the Peacemaker Season 2 premiere and how my hype for DC Studios has…started to escalate. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0217: We Need To Talk About Digital Releases

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:18:49 GMT

I make my case, with plenty of evidence, for why Superman’s digital release isn’t too soon, and how it’s part of the new era for digital movie releases, especially for WB. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0064: August 10, 2025

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:03:37 GMT

This week’s feedback show was much shorter, but no less enjoyable, as we discussed Fantastic Four spoilers, emotional film music, video games, and touched on political intersections with movies and TV, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0216: We're Even Now

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 02:00:25 GMT

After sharing a revelation about my ultimate goal for the show, I talk about the beginning of a new era for Marvel and DC fans, thanks to all the box office nonsense. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0043: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3, Episodes 1-4

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:30:48 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the first four episodes of the new season of Strange New Worlds after a two-year break from the previous season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0215: SDCC 2025 and Box Office Expectations

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 02:02:11 GMT

My thoughts on SDCC 2025, the new Star Trek announcements, and some in-depth discussion about how Superman and Fantastic Four are showing us how we need to change our view of the box office. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0054: The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 19:00:36 GMT

My spoiler-filled review of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the 37th MCU film and the final comic book movie of 2025. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0214: Distinguished Competition

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 02:26:22 GMT

I take a deep dive into recent interviews with both James Gunn and Kevin Feige about the future of DC Studios and Marvel Studios in the middle of their biggest releases of the year. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0062: July 20, 2025

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:39:53 GMT

A lot more spoiler-filled talk about Superman(2025) and its impact on the box office and the general audience, with a few breaks in between for Star Trek and Sinners, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0213: The DCU Begins

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:18 GMT

This week, we’re talking about Superman’s massive social media buzz and hype, some updated thoughts about the box office, The Penguin’s Emmy nominations, and the future of the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0061: July 13, 2025

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:09:37 GMT

Superman spoiler talk from start to finish, with a little break in between for some talk about Sinners, Jaws, and Star Trek TNG. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0053: Superman(2025)

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:42 GMT

My full, spoiler-filled, honest thoughts about our first solo Superman movie in 12 years, and the official theatrical launch of the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0060: July 6, 2025

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:30:41 GMT

In our final feedback circle before Superman, we talk Ironheart spoilers, watch updates, a powerful connection between Star Trek and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and more. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0042: Ironheart Episodes 4-6

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 03:32:57 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the final 3 episodes of Ironheart, how I feel about that “big” twist, and how I hope Marvel Studios proves me wrong about whether or not we get a second season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0212: It's Time To Move Forward

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:45:20 GMT

With Superman’s release date nearly a week away, I clear the air about what’s really going on with Snyder fans and how I’m drawing a line in the sand going forward about Superman and the future of DC Studios. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0059: June 29, 2025

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:46:50 GMT

his week features plenty of spoiler talk about Ironheart, more talk about horror movies, Superman chatter, what to watch after finishing Star Trek TNG, and rankings for Jurassic World movies among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0041: Ironheart Episodes 1-3

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:02:18 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the first three episodes of Ironheart and what I truly think of all the review bombers and Nerd MAGATS trying to sink it. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0211: More James Gunn, More DC Studios Autonomy

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:32:02 GMT

I talk about more of Superman’s press tour before diving into James Gunn’s exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, what it says about the future of the DCU, and what HE said on Threads about DC Studios that I have waited YEARS to hear. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0058: June 22, 2025

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 03:33:28 GMT

This week I get caught up on a ton of emails from before Father’s Day and this past week about Superman, Squadcast Media, Star Trek, Brian Wilson from The Beach Boys, and many other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0040: MCU Catch-Up: Hawkeye, Echo, and She-Hulk

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 02:29:44 GMT

It took me a few years, but I finally watched all of Hawkeye, Echo, and She-Hulk. Here’s what I would have said online about them when they all released. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0210: James Gunn's Rolling Stone Interview

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 02:45:19 GMT

I breakdown the entire James Gunn Rolling Stone interview and share what I think it says about him as a director, and the potential future of DC Studios less than a month before the big release of Superman. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0209: Ode to Squadcast Media

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:42:11 GMT

In light of the recent news about Squadcast Media, I pay tribute to and look back on being a part of that podcast network and share my eternal gratitude to my podcast brothers that literally helped me build this show and helped me evolve as a fan. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0057: June 8, 2025

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 02:29:25 GMT

This week we have a pair of Dorsey-sized responses(one from the man himself) and a few others spanning Superman and Fantastic Four projections, the future of Lucasfilm, and of course watch updates among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0007: "It's a DC Studios Film"

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:12:59 GMT

In yet another “emergency” episode about Superman, I talk about what James Gunn said on social media that I’ve literally been waiting years to be said out loud and true about a DC movie. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0208: Test Screenings, Box Office Projections, and Franchises

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 02:00:19 GMT

This week I rave about DC Studios marketing again, rant about test screenings and box office projections, and explain why both sides of fans are selfish about whether or not Sinners should be a franchise. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0056: June 1, 2025

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:00:41 GMT

We’re back to the weekend schedule, this time talking more about Superman’s impending release along with Fantastic Four in July, a ton of watch and life updates, and a dash of soap opera talk among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0207: Schedule Changes, Impossible Missions, and Class Acts

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:25:28 GMT

This week I briefly explain how my schedule is changing yet again, share some thoughts on Mission: Impossible, and another way to enjoy the Snyderverse while making both Snyder cults unhappy. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0206: This Is a Picture of Superman

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:41:09 GMT

It’s time to set the record straight about how actual Zack Snyder fans are reacting to James Gunn’s Superman, while praising some new marketing from DC Studios and my ultimate hope on how the new movie can bring the Snyder and Anti-Snyder cults to their knees. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0043: Listener Feedback - May 17, 2025

Sun, 18 May 2025 02:21:18 GMT

After explaining why this episode got delayed to Saturday, we hit the whole week that was, talking about Andor AND Rogue One, Superman AND Ironheart trailers, some more Thunderbolts and Star Trek TNG, and my personal record for “bleeps” in a single episode. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0006: Superman and Ironheart Trailers

Thu, 15 May 2025 00:38:42 GMT

My thoughts on the first full trailer for Superman and how it could strike an ironic blow for rational DC fans everywhere, and how the Ironheart trailer reminds me of another recent Disney+ series that also deserved more than it got. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0042: "Listener Feedback - May 9, 2025"

Sat, 10 May 2025 04:00:08 GMT

Plenty of spoiler-filled feedback about the third arc of Andor Season 2, Thunderbolts* and another big Star Trek TNG watch update among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0205: The Future of the MCU

Tue, 06 May 2025 02:00:03 GMT

In my latest defense of Marvel Studios, I breakdown the bullet points of a new report on the future of the MCU, reiterate why Phase 4 and 5 weren’t as bad as fans think, and share some non-spoilery thoughts on the spoilery Thunderbolts'* marketing stunt. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0052: "Thunderbolts*"

Sun, 04 May 2025 23:21:40 GMT

My spoiler-filled review of Marvel’s latest and greatest in the MCU and the unexpected emotional reaction it provoked from me for the first time in franchise history. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0041: Listener Feedback - May 2, 2025

Sat, 03 May 2025 02:23:06 GMT

This week we have a bit of listener feedback on Thunderbolts and mostly this week’s arc of Andor Season 2, with a few other things in between. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0204: The Sinners Phenomenon

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:16:10 GMT

I take a deeper dive into the success of Sinners, what it means for Hollywood, why they tried to dismiss it at first, and the general silliness of the fan complaints against it. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0040: Listener Feedback - April 25, 2025

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 02:37:47 GMT

A loaded feedback show featuring spoiler talk about Sinners, Andor Season 2, more Star Trek TNG watch updates, Star Wars Celebrations, and the return of the “Dorsey Email Missive.” Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0039: Andor Season 2: Episodes 1-3

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:49:02 GMT

My thoughts on the highs and lows of the first three-episode arc of Andor’s second and final season on Disney+. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0203: "Fantastic Celebrations"

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 22:26:44 GMT

My thoughts on Star Wars Celebration 2025 and the Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer, with some fandom-specific rants about the stupidity of arguing which trilogy is better, or why Silver Surfer is female. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0050: "Sinners"

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 01:05:16 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts about Ryan Coogler’s latest masterpiece and what it means for original filmmaking and black filmmaking in particular. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0039: Listener Feedback - April 18, 2025

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:03:03 GMT

While celebrating Superman Day, we discuss Daredevil: Born Again spoilers and a massive watch update for Star Trek TNG among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0038: Daredevil: Born Again Episode 9: Straight to Hell

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:34:44 GMT

My passionate thoughts on the Daredevil season finale, why the MCU is now officially the “Murderverse,” and how the “art” got really close to imitating life, like it or not. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0202: Chicken Jockey Privilege

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:48:21 GMT

More RANT MODE this week, this time about what’s really causing the death of movie theaters, from studio excuses to bad marketing, to the absolute insanity of “Chicken Jockey,” and a smaller rant at the end about set photos. Again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0038: Listener Feedback - April 11, 2025

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 03:46:04 GMT

This week’s feedback features a lot of talk about Superman fans and the penultimate episode of Daredevil: Born Again, in regular and “Dorsey-sized” emails. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0037: Daredevil: Born Again Episode 8: Isle of Joy

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:46:02 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on all the plot thickening revelations and shockers in the penultimate episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 1. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0201: We Need To Talk About Superman...Again

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 01:35:34 GMT

After giving my full thoughts on the Superman Extended Preview, I go into full Rant Mode on the Snyder Cult AND the Anti-Snyder Cult, before making a plea to rational DC fans about how to deal with both of them. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0037: Listener Feedback - April 4, 2025

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 02:34:53 GMT

We’re back to weekly feedback with talk about Superman’s new Fortress and Saharan Prime healing, and some spoiler chatter about Daredevil: Born Again Episode 7 among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0036: Daredevil: Born Again Episode 7: "Art For Art's Sake"

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:35:08 GMT

My thoughts on this week’s Daredevil episode and how it’s still good, but not quite on the level of the rest of the season to this point. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0200: It's Okay To Like Them All

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 01:01:09 GMT

My 200th official episode features a rant about a tribalist MCU post, before discussing Supergirl, Guy Gardner in Lanterns, Ms. Marvel in Daredevil, and the umpteenth reason to ignore Scooper Madness. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0036: Listener Feedback - March 28, 2025

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 02:01:17 GMT

This week we tackle Daredevil: Born Again spoilers, a massive DC comics recommendation, a side-scrolling take on “Judgment Day,” and of course the casting announcements for Avengers: Doomsday among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0035: Daredevil: Born Again Episodes 5&6

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 01:00:28 GMT

My spoilery thoughts on this week’s double feature of Daredevil and why neither of them were even close to being filler episodes, despite what social media seems to be thinking. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0199: Snow White and Scooper Madness

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 02:03:49 GMT

RANT MODE ENGAGED this week as I share my thoughts on Snow White’s box office and the recent nonsense from Scooper Madness aimed at both Marvel and DC fans. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FRIDAY FLITE 0035: Threads, Instagram and Reddit

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 04:11:33 GMT

While drinking “Tangerine Space Machine,” I reveal why I have returned to Threads and Instagram, and also why I’ve decided to confound myself with a Reddit account. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0034: Daredevil: Born Again Episode 4: Sic Semper Systema

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 01:15:19 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on a world building fourth episode that threw me for a loop a bit, until I understood what it was brilliantly doing. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0198: We Have Come Full Circle With MCU Fans

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 01:32:38 GMT

After years of defending DC against clickbait haters, I’m now fully entrenched in defending the MCU….against its own fans. Find out how in this week’s episode. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0055: March 14, 2025

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 02:04:20 GMT

This week’s feedback circle includes reaction to James Gunn’s DCU updates, spoiler talk on Daredevil: Born Again, and more watch updates on Star Trek TNG and other shows. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0033: Daredevil: Born Again Episodes 1-3

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:06:46 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the first three episodes of Daredevil’s emotionally charged return to the MCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0197: Catching Up...One More Time

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 01:02:54 GMT

This week I celebrate Mario Day, and then finally get caught up with thoughts on Gene Hackman, the Oscars that I didn’t watch, James Gunn’s friend Zack Snyder and our first DCU Lanterns image. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0196: Big DCU Updates and Andor Season 2 Trailer

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:32:40 GMT

After paying respects to Roberto Orci and Michelle Trachtenberg, I breakdown the nuts and bolts of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s recent DCU info blitz, and give my thoughts on the Andor S2 trailer and Kathleen Kennedy. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0052: February 23, 2025

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 03:03:08 GMT

After an extra week, we have a longer chat about Fantastic Four, Captain America: Brave New World, the state of the MCU fanbase as a whole, Superman, and some watch updates on Star Trek TNG among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0195: We Need To Talk About The MCU

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 02:00:11 GMT

My thoughts on the state of the MCU and its fanbase, how the tables have truly turned in the past year or so, and who Marvel Studios should be listening to at the end of the day. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0045: Captain America: Brave New World

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 02:38:52 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the MCU’s 35TH film since 2008, why the general audience level set their expectations better than fans did, and the one new thing both excites and frustrates me at the same about the future of the franchise. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0051: February 2, 2025

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:40:19 GMT

This week we chat about DCU predictions, fan expectations, including hype for Superman and Daredevil: Born Again, and plenty of watch/play updates for shows, movies and a video game or two. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0194: The DCU's First Flight

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:31:51 GMT

My thoughts on Superman’s flying in the new TV spot, Supergirl starting its filming, and the dreaded canon discussion…again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0044: Star Trek: Section 31

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:39:14 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on Star Trek’s straight to streaming feature film and why it’s not nearly as bad as the longtime fans would have you believe. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0050: January 19, 2025

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 01:21:59 GMT

I finally get caught up on emails going all the way back to October about Superman, The DCU, Star Wars, video games, and a massive watch update on Season 2 of Star Trek TNG. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0193: The Truth About Why The Flash Movie Failed

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:48:36 GMT

I thoroughly disembowel every lazy fan argument against Andy Muschietti’s reasons for The Flash movie’s failure in PG13 rant form. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0005: Superman Teaser Trailer Breakdown

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:07:49 GMT

A full breakdown of the Superman teaser trailer with my honest thoughts, including the one thing I didn’t like about it at all and many of the reactions to it so far. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0192: Superman Set Visit Breakdown

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 03:04:28 GMT

Before the first teaser trailer drops, I give my honest thoughts on the official motion poster, and everything James Gunn said during set visits about Superman and what we can expect on July 11. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0036: Kraven the Hunter

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 00:49:47 GMT

My honest thoughts on Kraven the Hunter, the one thing it does better than a certain MCU movie, and another rant on why I seriously dislike movie critics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0191: Too Much Stuff To Watch

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 03:37:20 GMT

It’s time for me to catch up on some recent news with Star Trek, DC, Star Wars and Marvel while ranting about how behind I am on just about all of them. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @flitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0190: The Election and Hollywood's Future

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 01:41:52 GMT

After decompressing from the U.S. elections for two weeks, I finally return to give my thoughts on how the results could impact movie studios and franchises going forward before briefly catching up on Marvel and DC news from the past few weeks. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @flitecast.bsky.social FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0035: Venom: The Last Dance

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 02:05:03 GMT

My honest spoiler-filled thoughts on the final film in Sony’s Venom Trilogy, why the general audience once again is enjoying it more than the fans are, and the one thing that Sony did with the movie release that REALLY ticked me off (Good luck guessing what it is, LOL). Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0049: October 13, 2024

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 02:29:32 GMT

This week features some honest spoiler free thoughts on Joker Folie a Deux from listeners, more answers to the Marvel and DC movie erasing question, and the usual watch updates among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0189: The DC Studios Difference

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:29:40 GMT

My thoughts on James Gunn officially confirming the main cast of Lanterns while slapping the hand of Scooper Madness yet again, and why the Joker 2 complaints are nothing more than history doomed to repeat itself. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0048: October 6, 2024

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 02:21:50 GMT

This week we answer the burning question about which Marvel or DC movie we would like to erase and start over with, plus some thoughts on fan entitlement in general and a few watch updates among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0188: John Amos, Dynamic Duo, and a Burning Question

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 01:38:47 GMT

I pay my respects to the late great John Amos and others, give my thoughts on the actual confirmed DC project recently announced by James Gunn, and ask the listeners a potentially loaded question about Marvel and DC…with a slight catch. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0047: September 29, 2024

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 01:00:09 GMT

Thoughts on the pilot episodes of The Penguin and Agatha All Along, THR’s DCU rumors and tons of watch updates among other things in this week’s listener feedback show. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0187: Waiting For Official Confirmation

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 01:00:37 GMT

This week I talk about why recent DCU casting news isn’t “wrong,” but it isn’t 100% right either, my thoughts on the new Thunderbolts* teaser trailer, and another reason why physical media shouldn’t be forgotten even if you stream everything you watch. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0046: September 15, 2024

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 01:50:36 GMT

This week we pay a bit of tribute to James Earl Jones, take more aim at the scourge of tribalism in fandoms, figure out exactly how Zack Snyder should team up with James Gunn in the DCU, and get some watch and play updates on The Boys, Star Trek: TNG and Star Wars Outlaws among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0186: James Earl Jones

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 01:51:36 GMT

I pay tribute to the late great James Earl Jones and the impact he made on my life as one of the greatest actors of our time, and then finish with a rapid fire of thoughts on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the Josh Brolin nonsense, Spider-Man 4 and '“grounded” Batman. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0045: August 25, 2024

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 01:38:28 GMT

This week we find some possible light at the end of The Acolyte’s cancellation tunnel, why Superman is arguably at his best when he’s morally conflicted, and which famous actor that actually hasn’t been in Star Trek yet should be in it. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0185: ...With Thunderous Applause

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 02:38:00 GMT

This is my safer, calmer version of my thoughts on the cancellation of The Acolyte, how it’s part of a pattern of bad decisions from Disney over the years, and why trying to argue away the bigotry it supports doesn’t work, because you should never trust corporations. Ever. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0044: August 18, 2024

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 02:27:58 GMT

This week we catch up on reaction to D23 news, ponder the future of DC for both movies and video games, and how Deadpool & Wolverine compares to The Flash among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0184: D23 and Studio Streaming Evolution

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 01:24:34 GMT

This week I talk about D23 last weekend, including why we should have gotten official trailer releases from it, and then go into a deep dive on WBD’s financial chaos and how all of Hollywood is dealing with it, before giving some brief thoughts on the new Kraven trailer. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0043: August 4, 2024

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 01:33:26 GMT

This week’s feedback show was longer due to a full slate of spoiler-filled responses to both Deadpool & Wolverine and San Diego Comic-Con announcements, with some watch updates and other questions mixed in. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0183: San Diego Comic-Con 2024

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:52:03 GMT

A full breakdown of my favorite franchises at SDCC, Star Trek, DC and Marvel, along with some honesty on Robert Downey Jr.’s return to the MCU as Doctor Doom, and why Marvel Studios is under far more pressure than DC Studios right now. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0034: Deadpool & Wolverine

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 02:03:21 GMT

I did my best to review Deadpool & Wolverine without any spoilers, and while it was VERY difficult, I did it and talked about how it pays tribute to FOX Marvel, and what it means for the future of the MCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0042: July 21, 2024

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 02:29:55 GMT

Plenty of spoiler-filled talk about The Acolyte, more expectations for SDCC, thoughts on Batman Begins and watch updates among other things, including how I should tackle “The List” and what if FliteCast had a Discord server? Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0031: The Acolyte

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 01:48:53 GMT

My largely spoiler-free full review of The Acolyte, where I rank it with the rest of the Star Wars shows, and why the diversity of its cast is still the biggest reason its being hated…despite it being the second most successful Star Wars show on Disney+. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0041: July 14, 2024

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 01:39:03 GMT

This week we’ve got plenty of talk about the MCU and Captain America: Brave New World, what I would do if I was in charge of Star Trek, expectations for DC Studios at SDCC and a bit of sportsball talk about soccer and baseball among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0182: One Year Away From Superman

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 02:25:28 GMT

This week I pay my respects to Shelly Duvall and Benji Gregory from ALF and then get into some DC talk about how the impact of Jared Leto’s Joker and Suicide Squad is still appreciated by fans 8 years later, the fact that we’re one year away from Superman(2025), two weeks away from Comic-Con, and how The Penguin and other shows are moving to HBO. Plus, some thoughts on the Gladiator II first trailer. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0040: July 7, 2024

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 03:18:46 GMT

It’s a NEW release day for the feedback show, with new thoughts and questions about The Acolyte, The Boys Season 4, can there be TWO Batman actors at the same time, are we adding video games to The List of things to catch up on, and how about Avengers vs. The Uncanny X-Men in the MCU? Lots to get into on a Sunday before the new week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0039: June 27, 2024

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:52:53 GMT

A lot of honest thoughts about the Superman set photo chaos, some spoiler talk about the latest episode of The Acolyte(which I still haven’t watched yet), the usual watch updates, and some chatter about the new trailers for Batman: Caped Crusader and The Penguin among other things this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0181: Superman Set Photos Are SPOILERS

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 01:38:33 GMT

My honest thoughts on the new Superman set photos from Cleveland, including why I won’t share them, the crazy reason we are probably getting so many of them, and how they barely tell us anything AND too much at the same damn time. Also, some bonus talk about the announcement of Lanterns as an HBO Original Series. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0038: June 20, 2024

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 01:09:42 GMT

Catching up on early Acolyte reviews from a few weeks ago, along with DCU talk, thoughts on superhero fatigue, the last of the early DCAU Batman episodes, and comparing each other’s watch lists for movies and TV shows among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0180: The Acolyte Nontroversy and The Birth of the DCU

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 01:45:46 GMT

My honest thoughts on how The Acolyte proves the “Get Woke Go Broke” crowd is losing pathetically, and taking a closer look at some of James Gunn’s recent Threads announcements and postings about the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0037: May 31, 2024

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 03:10:20 GMT

This week we share our spoilery thoughts on Furiosa and the conversation surrounding its box office, as well as provide plenty of watch updates on shows and movies, and take a look at just how big of an event Deadpool and Wolverine might be this year, among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0032: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Wed, 29 May 2024 02:50:38 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on the latest entry in director George Miller’s id fever dream franchise, with a little bit of discussion on the state of movie theaters and box office in general as well. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0036: May 24, 2024

Fri, 24 May 2024 18:55:15 GMT

As promised, plenty of spoiler-filled X-Men ‘97 talk, with some reading lists for X-Men comics, a MASSIVE catch-up email missive from Anthony, and even a little sportsball talk about the NFL among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0030: X-Men '97

Wed, 22 May 2024 02:16:28 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on the new revival of animated X-Men adventures…and how it has changed my perspective on X-Men in general. Subjectively, of course. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0035: May 16, 2024

Fri, 17 May 2024 03:38:57 GMT

A ton of shared thoughts about where we DCEU fans are at with the DCU and how we feel about MCU actors crossing over, some watch updates on TNG and The Boys Season 1, and more talk about movie theater experiences and how we are changing them going forward. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0179: Checking the Pulse of the DC Fandom

Wed, 15 May 2024 01:36:41 GMT

Inspired by a pair of Threads from some of our listeners, I ask and answer some deeper questions about DC Fans and the potential of the DCU, with a former successful MCU director at the helm. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0031: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Mon, 13 May 2024 02:11:22 GMT

My spoiler-free review of the latest addition to the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise and whether my latest wretched experience at my neighborhood movie theater ruined it or not. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0034: May 9, 2024

Fri, 10 May 2024 02:21:19 GMT

This week…11 listeners…12 emails…and a LOT of STRONG thoughts about the new Superman costume and the fandom’s unsurprisingly divided reaction to it, plus watch updates on Star Trek, The New Batman Adventures, and The Boys, some deeply critical thoughts on Star Wars including some shared May the 4th celebrations, and a few serious topics as well. LOADED show. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0178: The First Look At James Gunn's Superman

Wed, 08 May 2024 01:38:45 GMT

My comprehensive thoughts on our first look at the DCU Superman costume and all of the arguments and nitpicks I’ve heard about it so far. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0028: The Bad Batch

Sun, 05 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

My spoiler-free thoughts on the entire Bad Batch series detailing the exploits of Clone Force 99…and how I binged the whole thing in one week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0033: May 2, 2024

Fri, 03 May 2024 02:49:54 GMT

This week we’re still taking aim at the Snyder and anti-Snyder cults, because neither of them will stop acting stupid on social media, reminding all the X-Men ‘97 fans that FOX X-Men had some gems, whether they admit it or not, our customary watch updates on Batman, Star Trek TNG and others, and a movie that proves it’s all subjective? Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0177: The General Audience Doesn't Know Or Care

Wed, 01 May 2024 02:24:14 GMT

This week features a revelation about why conspiracy theories about Nathan Fillion’s words, assumptions about Zack Snyder’s extended cut of Sucker Punch, and X-Men ‘97 fans trashing FOX X-Men en masse, are all even more meaningless in the grand scheme of things than we might think. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0032: April 25, 2024

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 02:42:38 GMT

This week we take full aim at the haters and cultists on both sides of the Zack Snyder debate and why they are all ruining fandom discussion as we know it, we dive into some spoiler talk about Rebel Moon, thoughts on the latest Deadpool and Wolverine trailer, and the final 5 episodes of Season 2 of Batman TAS. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0176: Rotten Tomatoes Can Go To Hell

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 02:00:59 GMT

Paying respects to the original Colonel Tigh from BSG 1978, analyzing the brilliance of Michael Rosenbaum’s recent sentiments on Rotten Tomatoes, revealing truths about the obsession with Zack Snyder hatred, the future of Netflix under Dan Lin, and the one thing I took from the latest Deadpool and Wolverine trailer. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0030: Rebel Moon

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 01:01:49 GMT

I finally give my SPOILER-FREE review for both of Zack Snyder’s sci-fi epics on Netflix, and also why Rotten Tomatoes can seriously go to hell. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0031: April 18, 2024

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 01:53:45 GMT

This week we have some comprehensive spoiler-free thoughts on the new Fallout series on Amazon, a pair of hard-hitting questions about OJ and the Snyder cults(Anti AND Pro), some new excitement about Paramount’s biggest franchises and an emotional series of watch updates on Batman TAS among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0029: Civil War

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:37:01 GMT

My somewhat spoilery thoughts on Alex Garland’s latest controversial film that’s really only a controversy depending how you decide to take it if you see it. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0030: April 11, 2024

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 01:36:27 GMT

This week some longtime listeners and mutuals check back into the feedback circle, we have some early thoughts on the new Joker sequel trailer, more spoiler-free praise for X-Men 97, and some thoughts on Star Wars and Star Trek as well as new watch updates for TNG and Batman TAS. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0175: Silver Surfer, Board Fights, and Drew's New Matrix

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:37:06 GMT

Because I had to record this episode BEFORE WB dropped the new Joker trailer, I shared my in depth thoughts on Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer MCU casting, Nelson Peltz’s defeat at the hands of Iger and the Disney board, and Drew Goddard’s new plans for The Matrix franchise. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0028: Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire and Monkey Man

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:24:06 GMT

My double-billed spoilery thoughts on the latest Monsterverse movie, the trouble we had trying to see it and how I compare it to a certain wing of films in the MCU that I have mixed opinions on, as well as Dev Patel’s John Wick-esque directorial debut that goes way harder than I ever expected it to in the best way. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0029: April 4, 2024

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 03:35:20 GMT

Are we changing how we go to movie theaters? Listeners offer feedback on my question from FliteCast 174, share some more thoughts on Godzilla x Kong and other movies and shows, including X-Men, some early thoughts on the MCU’s Silver Surfer and Drew Goddard’s Matrix script, as well as more watch updates for Star Trek TNG, Batman TAS and other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0174: No More Full Movie Theaters?

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 01:14:12 GMT

This week I ask for honest opinions about the reason I didn’t see Godzilla X Kong, offer another rant about new Scooper Madness clickbait on Threads, and question why people are gatekeeping generation designations before gushing over some new Star Trek news. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0028: March 28, 2024

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 02:26:58 GMT

This week features plenty of talk about new trailers for Beetlejuice, The Penguin and other movies and shows, a milestone for watch progress on Batman TAS, multiple reasons to sign up for DC Universe Infinite again, and a possible road trip to Alamo Drafthouse among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0173: The Juice, The Penguin, The Doctor, The Slap, The Racist, and The Meme

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 02:33:13 GMT

My thoughts on the new teasers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, The Penguin, Doctor Who, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, the racist friend of Ike Perlmutter that wants to fire Kevin Feige, and the reboot meme that equals an instant block. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0027: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 23:06:34 GMT

My spoiler-filled review of the latest and greatest Ghostbusters movie, the silly reason the critics and some die-hard fans don’t like it, and how I’m rooting for the general audience to metaphorically smack them in the face. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0027: March 21, 2024

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 02:09:39 GMT

This week we’re all getting hyped for The Acolyte, singing the praises of X-Men 97 in spoiler free form since some of us are still watching the original show first, and more watch updates for Batman TAS, Star Trek TNG and other shows as always. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0172: It's Consequence Culture, Not Cancel Culture

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 01:16:07 GMT

After hitting a record number of likes on my Gina Carano Threads post, I decided to break the whole thing down and fully explain why she’s made her own mess with being “unhireable” in Hollywood, and then gush over the new Acolyte trailer and rant about fans impatience over the new Superman suit reveal. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0026: March 14, 2024

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:01:42 GMT

A decent bit of Oscar talk, plenty of thoughts on the Batman Beyond fandom noise, how 2025 is The Year Of Superman, what continuity could look like in the DCU, one of the most emotionally deep episodes of Batman TAS, and a rant on how “World’s Finest” has been ruined by DC gatekeepers. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0171: Are The Oscars Canon In The DCU?

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 01:39:39 GMT

My full thoughts on The Oscars that I didn’t watch, including Oppenheimer’s dominance, the sad Oscar tradition that helped Lily Gladstone lose to Emma Stone, why Cord Jefferson’s speech is on the money, and fans grousing over Batman Beyond, Peacemaker continuity, and The Batman II’s new release date. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0025: March 7, 2024

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 03:13:34 GMT

We’ve got plenty of reaction to SUPERMAN, his new/old logo and the DCU’s Perry White, plus a final Star Trek original crew watch update, some classic Batman TAS episodes and a VERY important question about the Dune franchise. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0170: The Title Is Superman

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 03:39:12 GMT

I’m talking about the movie now known as Superman, releasing in 2025, that retro/new S logo, the DCU’s Perry White confirmed, and some Marvel talk about Dakota Johnson’s CBM comments and Bob Iger sounding too much like David Zaslav when it comes to Marvel and Disney movies these days. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0026: Dune Part Two

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 01:00:27 GMT

My glowing review of Denis Villeneuve’s latest masterpiece and why I knew I was going to love the movie 8 years before it was even released. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0024: February 29, 2024

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 03:36:17 GMT

This week’s listener feedback show talks about The Oscars, Quantum Leap, a lost Batman TAS recap email, a positive review for Star Trek V, and just a little more chatter on Madame Web among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0023: February 22, 2024

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:12:08 GMT

Lots of Madame Web and Marvel talk this week, along with anticipation for X-Men ‘97, and the return of Star Trek and Batman TAS watch updates. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0169: Madame Web Fallout and Marvel's First Family

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 02:47:27 GMT

I rant more about Sony and Hollywood learning the wrong lessons from Madame Web flopping, give my thoughts on The Fantastic Four cast and X-Men ‘97 news, and add some new talk about the future of physical media as well. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0025: Madame Web

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 22:04:59 GMT

My brutally honest thoughts(with spoilers) about why I don’t hate Madame Web, what I actually enjoyed about it, and the real reasons so many of you actually hate it, whether you’re willing to admit them or not. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0022: February 15, 2024

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 03:31:04 GMT

Catching up on old emails from the start of the year and adding some new ones about Star Trek, the future of the DCU and The Fantastic Four among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0168: Time To Get Caught Up On The Nerdy Stuff Again

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:10:39 GMT

After spending the first part of 2024 neck deep in sportsball success(UM and the Lions), I finally return to my roots to talk about the Coyote vs. Acme BS, Deadpool & Wolverine’s first trailer, being fair to Madame Web before seeing it, and my increasing faith in James Gunn’s DCU leadership. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0021: December 31, 2023

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 04:54:14 GMT

Our final big catch up on months worth of feedback before starting 2024 on a more consistent schedule. Talking Marvel, DC, Loki and more shows I haven’t watched yet, and some catch up on Star Trek TAS and Batman TAS. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0024: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 03:00:00 GMT

My spoiler filled thoughts on the 15th and final movie of the gloriously infamous DC Extended Universe. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0167: At Last, It's Official

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 04:26:38 GMT

My thoughts on James Gunn’s confirmation of Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and his new insights on Superman: Legacy, and why fans are proving they don’t know how Hollywood works by freaking out over DC movies and shows going to Tubi. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0004: A Beastly Lex Luthor?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 01:50:03 GMT

My immediate emergency thoughts on the reports of Nicholas Hoult in talks to play Lex Luthor in Superman: Legacy! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0166: The Post-SAG-AFTRA Strike News Blitz

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 03:22:21 GMT

My thoughts on the new SAG-AFTRA deal and all the news announced in the past week, including the MCU’s new strategies, new castings for the DCU, and new trailers for Rebel Moon, Ghostbusters, Garfield and Madame Web. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0023: The Marvels

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:16 GMT

My honest and candid thoughts on the 33rd Marvel Cinematic Universe movie and what it could mean for the future of the MCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0019: November 7, 2023

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 02:15:51 GMT

Finishing catch up on the past two months of emails with more Ahsoka talk, another Batman TAS watch update, and some DCEU talk as we prepare for its final swan song with Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0018: November 5, 2023

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 02:03:17 GMT

Getting caught up on the past few months of emails again, this time sharing thoughts on Season 1 of Ahsoka, the idea of Comcast buying WBD and what it might mean for DC Studios, and a massive watch update on Batman: The Animated Series from Rachel B. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0165: Is Marvel Really In Trouble?

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 02:14:57 GMT

My brutally honest reaction and a full breakdown of Tatiana Siegel’s “grain of salt” Variety piece on Marvel Studios’ struggles. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0164: A Tale Of Two Studios

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 01:25:50 GMT

My thoughts and frustrations on the latest hit piece on DC Studios from Variety, and the THR piece about Marvel TV overhauling its structure as it delays Daredevil: Born Again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0163: The Jedi, The Threads, and The DCU Impatience

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:03 GMT

My thoughts on Ahsoka Season 1, teaching people on Threads what “It’s All Subjective” actually means, why there is no “audience confusion” with the DCU, and the end of the Writers Strike. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0017: September 11, 2023

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:43:51 GMT

Reflecting on Blue Beetle, Mutant Mayhem, CinemaScores, Oasis, Ahsoka, life after Twitter/X, and other general conversation from the past month. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0016: September 11, 2023

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:30:51 GMT

We finally get caught up on a massive Star Wars watch update while starting a brand new one for the greatest animated series of all-time, and I explain why there’s no such thing as just disliking a movie. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0162: Memories and Expectations

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 02:03:35 GMT

The main show is FINALLY BACK! Paying tribute to Bob Barker and Arleen Sorkin, thoughts on Ashoka’s first 3 episodes and the end of Strange New Worlds Season 2, and why Threads is so far vastly better than X/Twitter, even in its infancy. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com THREADS: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0003: Rebel Moon Teaser Trailer

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 01:49:02 GMT

My thoughts on the first full teaser trailer for Zack Snyder’s latest and greatest epic project, Rebel Moon. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0022: Blue Beetle

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 01:19:53 GMT

My full review of Blue Beetle, the latest, greatest, and one of the most emotionally loaded and culturally relevant comic book movies made in the past decade or so. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0015: August 15, 2023

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:07:15 GMT

Getting caught up on emails and talking about what the MCU needs to do differently after Secret Invasion, what Hollywood SHOULD be learning from Barbenheimer, and as always, the future of DC movies. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0021: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:43:25 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on the multi-generational animated coming of age spectacle that is the latest TMNT movie. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE BOX 0024: Secret Invasion and Strange New Worlds

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 18:40:07 GMT

The public debut of Flite Box! With a full review of Marvel’s Secret Invasion, and thoughts on the first eight episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 2. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0014: July 27, 2023

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:54 GMT

ANOTHER new feedback episode, this time talking about movies in 2023, the future of Hollywood, and some potential representation decisions for James Gunn with the DCU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0013: July 25, 2023

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 01:48:31 GMT

BIG watch and play updates for a pair of listeners as we go through the original Star Wars Trilogy, Season 1 of The Mandalorian, the final episodes of Star Trek: The Original Series and the rest of Mass Effect 3. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0012: July 23, 2023

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 01:19:25 GMT

We’ve got a bit of catching up to do, so today we’re talking Superman: Legacy castings, video game ideas, how long the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes could last, and how Barbenheimer has affected your choices at the theater. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0020: Barbenheimer

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 03:43:06 GMT

My full spoiler-filled thoughts on Oppenheimer and Barbie, the experience of seeing both in a double feature, and what it might mean for Hollywood after the strikes end. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0019: Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 03:46:52 GMT

My spoiler-filled review on the latest Mission: Impossible film and the incredible work done by its impeccable cast and crew. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0161: We Need To Talk About Hollywood

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 02:03:13 GMT

Let’s address the elephant in the room: The WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, why they are part of the industry evolution, albeit a bloodier path, and how it might very well end. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0002: More Superman: Legacy Castings

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:48:10 GMT

My immediate thoughts on Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific and Guy Gardner being cast in Superman: Legacy, and the haunting Hollywood reason it was likely announced on July 11. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0011: July 9, 2023

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 01:07:39 GMT

This one went longer than planned to get caught up on some watch updates, and then talk about detoxing from social media, movie budgets, and more box office chatter among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0010: July 2, 2023

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 23:00:06 GMT

The feedback circle returns with thoughts on Indiana Jones, box office conversation, and the toxicity of social media in fandoms. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0018: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 03:34:26 GMT

My spoiler-filled review of the fifth and final Indiana Jones film for Harrison Ford, and my new rule for the franchise rankings that I’m now calling “The Lucasfilm Rule.” Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE ALERT 0001: Superman Legacy Castings

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 02:10:45 GMT

My immediate thoughts on DC Studios casting David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan as Superman and Lois Lane for Superman: Legacy. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0160: We Need To Talk About DC...Again

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 02:04:48 GMT

Let’s talk about how fans are projecting their own beliefs about the DC brand on the general audience, and why box office talk is all but destroying the film discourse on social media. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE CHAT 0009: June 20, 2023

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 02:19:21 GMT

THE HEXAGON has EVOLVED into Flite Chat, and as promised, we begin with MASSIVE catch-up on Star Wars and Star Trek TOS watch updates, and Mass Effect 2 play updates from two longtime listeners. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0017: The Flash

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 03:37:17 GMT

My spoiler-filled thoughts on The Flash, the preview screening hype, and why the THR piece about all the endings aren’t a surprising or frustrating in the slightest. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

FLITE REVIEW 0016: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 01:11:59 GMT

My full spoiler-filled review of Miles Morales’ new feature-length adventure, and what it proves about Sony’s understanding of Spider-Man as a character. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0159: Revelations

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 02:00:29 GMT

It’s been almost 2 months, so let’s talk about what’s changed with me and what’s changing with FliteCast going forward in a brand new format. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: April 18, 2023

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 02:14:34 GMT

PART 1 of catching up on old emails about Blue Beetle, Star Wars, Barbie and the A-Team among other things? Stay tuned for PART 2 later this week! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0158: Fandom Ruins Everything

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 14:32:08 GMT

After a passionate rant about the evils of fandom itself, I review Super Mario Bros., Air, and talk about all the great Star Wars, Star Trek, DC and Marvel news from the past few weeks. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: March 27, 2023

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:32:16 GMT

Some John Wick talk, a Mass Effect 2 progress report, DC and Marvel chatter, and a challenge surrounding Battlestar Galactica among other things this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0157: John Wick Chapter 4 Review and More

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 03:46:00 GMT

Spoiler-free thoughts on John Wick Chapter 4, a rant mode on the Shazam non-troversy, the glory of the #FullCircle VodkaStream, a more serious MCU wellness check, and checking in on James Gunn’s Twitter again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: March 20, 2023

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 02:49:41 GMT

Spoiler talk for Shazam! Fury of the Gods, more watch updates for Star Wars and Star Trek, and a debate over the myth that is “superhero fatigue” for the general audience. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0156: Shazam! Fury of the Gods Review and More

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 22:04:58 GMT

My spoiler-free review of the Shazam sequel, paying respects to the late great Lance Reddick, what Ben Affleck was really saying in that interview, and a ton of Twitter talk from James Gunn, David Ayer and others. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: March 14, 2023

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:47:05 GMT

Our final hopes for Shazam before opening weekend, MCU wellness, watch updates, and a bit of gaming and music talk among other things in the feedback chat this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0155: The Oscars and Awards Season

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:55:55 GMT

Why I don’t watch the Oscars or any awards shows anymore, my thoughts on the Shazam TV spot faux controversy, and a look at both David Ayer AND James Gunn’s Twitter accounts in the past week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: March 6, 2023

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 19:00:04 GMT

Some strong thoughts from all of us on The Mandalorian, Star Trek: Discovery, the MCU’s wellness and health, and what the DCU might have in store for us. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0154: We Need To Talk About Streaming and Twitter Trolls

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 03:51:26 GMT

Why the haters and bigots have NOTHING to do with Star Trek Discovery’s final season, another MCU wellness check, and Twitter madness with DCU creatives. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: February 26, 2023

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 04:46:27 GMT

A catch-up episode filled with plenty of Ant-Man talk, thoughts on the state of the MCU, a different angle on “The Homework Problem,” and watch updates for Star Trek and Star Wars Rebels among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0153: Test Screenings, Box Office Tracking, and Second Week Drops

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 04:39:10 GMT

My thoughts on Scooper and Trade Madness peddling new doom and gloom for DC Studios, a new look at the wellness of the MCU, and James Gunn’s burning Superman Twitter question. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0152: Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania Review(SPOILER FREE)

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:01:10 GMT

My censored, spoiler free review of the MCU’s 31st movie, Kevin Feige’s interview on Phase 5, and faux controversy on James Gunn’s Twitter account. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: February 17, 2023

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 17:32:59 GMT

We finally dive into our reactions to the first trailer for The Flash and other DC related discussions, with some watch updates and some more video game talk among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0151: The Flash First Trailer

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:13:14 GMT

My full breakdown of the first trailer for The Flash, plus some thoughts on a few other trailers and Super Bowl spots, and another lively look at James Gunn’s Twitter account for the past week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: February 6, 2022

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:02:30 GMT

15 feedback emails…nearly 4 hours of content…largely on one subject: The DCU slate. The power of DC, people……and a few other topics here and there. For your listening pleasure. #ItsAllSubjective Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0150: Gods and Monsters: Dawn of DCU

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:35:19 GMT

DC dominated the news cycle for the entire week and it was massively positive…depending on how you feel about it. That’s more than enough to talk about this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: January 29, 2023

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 04:33:38 GMT

On the eve of the first big DCU news, we talk about theatre-going, worst CBMs of all time, Star Trek, Star Wars, and a healthy dose of Mass Effect as well. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0149: We Talking About Trailers. Not The Movie, Trailers.

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 05:53:30 GMT

After watching the latest Shazam trailer, I rant about all the negative, nitpicky BS being thrown at it on Twitter, explain the real reason I think people claim to hate it, before taking another look at James Gunn’s Twitter before it gets set on fire next week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: January 22, 2023

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:08:14 GMT

DCU talk, Jason Momoa, fan expectations, Star Trek, Star Wars, Mass Effect, and favorite sci-fi vehicles among other things are part of this week’s listener feedback. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0148: Rebel Moon, Jason Momoa, and James Gunn

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 20:20:20 GMT

We’re talking Rebel Moon teaser footage, Jason Momoa’s energetic meeting with DC Studios, and how impatient and entitled many fans are with how James Gunn is doing his job. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0147: Awards Season, DCU, and Fandom Rants

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 07:37:31 GMT

Some brief thoughts on the Golden Globes, more of James Gunn debunking rumors, plenty of DCU talk, and more than a few rants about fandom as THE HEXAGON returns to the main show once again. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: January 8, 2023

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 06:30:46 GMT

2023 begins with some new feedback on the future of DC, fandom toxicity, and some big thoughts on Star Wars, Doctor Who, and Mass Effect among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0146: New Year's Resolutions For Fandoms

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 05:51:31 GMT

Let’s start 2023 off with some ranty resolutions about box office talk, what “sources say,” and silly hashtags, a closer look at James Gunn’s Twitter, and my most anticipated movies and TV for the year. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0145: Have a Plan and Stick To It

Sun, 25 Dec 2022 19:10:08 GMT

It’s an end of the year extended episode with a one night only return from THE HEXAGON, all about the drama with DC Studios and where we as fans go from here. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0144: The Cost of DC Studios

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 06:22:22 GMT

It’s all about Henry Cavill’s exit as Superman, the rest of what James Gunn has said about it on Twitter, why I’m not flipping out over it, and my new plan to finally tackle “The List.” Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: December 15, 2022

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 20:27:40 GMT

Two weeks worth of Hexagon catch-up about DC, Star Wars, and my “blackness” among other things, updated and recorded TWICE because of the #HenryCavillSuperman situation. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0143: Rumors and Possible Scenarios

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 03:55:10 GMT

I go through each of the Variety, THR and Deadline pieces about DC Studios over the past week and rant in detail about how the trades have been emotionally manipulating us, and heap more praise on James Gunn for his impeccable Twitter PR. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: November 30, 2022

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:31:54 GMT

Talking about my recent struggles with #TheList, Hollywood and movie budgets, and the intriguing futures for both the MCU and the DCU among other things. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: November 23, 2022

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:29:34 GMT

We pay tribute to Jason David Frank and talk about the future of Disney and Hollywood itself, along with James Gunn’s masterful Twitter PR for DC Studios. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0142: Jason David Frank, Twitter, and Bob Iger

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:59:47 GMT

Remembering Jason David Frank AKA The Best Power Ranger ever, ranting about Twitter’s stupid box office comparisons, raving about James Gunn’s Twitter PR, and live reacting to Bob Iger’s stunning return to Disney. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: November 16, 2022

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 20:23:13 GMT

Tributes to the late great Kevin Conroy, box office chatter, speculation about DC Studios, and who we shouldn’t be listening to anymore on Twitter or YouTube. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0141: Remembering Kevin Conroy and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:17:53 GMT

Paying tribute to the Batman of my generation, a spoiler-free review of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and some talk about the future of DC Studios and Disney. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: November 9, 2022

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:15:55 GMT

More DC talk of course, some thoughts on Black Adam’s box office, politics in movies, James Gunn being public enemy of Scooper Madness, and watch updates on Clone Wars and TOS. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0140: All Of The DC Fandoms From Across The Multiverse"

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 03:36:09 GMT

Why we’re not responsible enough to talk about Black Adam’s box office or WBDs earnings, and the limitless potential of James Gunn’s Twitter PR for DC Studios. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: November 2, 2022

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 19:31:47 GMT

Another week of heavy DC talk about James Gunn and Peter Safran, some more Black Adam reviews, questions about the DC brand as a whole, and more watch updates for TOS and Clone Wars. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0139: The Future of DC Studios

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 03:12:43 GMT

Another week of seismic DC news that kept going through Saturday, with an official Superman announcement, James Gunn and Peter Safran announced as the new DC Studios bosses, and Henry Cavill’s shocking exit from The Witcher. Oh, and the new Ant-Man trailer. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: October 26, 2022

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 18:54:56 GMT

Black Adam full spoiler talk, Henry Cavill’s official Superman announcement, and early reaction to the birth of DC Studios and its new bosses…with a few watch updates and other things non-DC related too. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE SPORTSBALL ZONE: October 25, 2022

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:10:00 GMT

My official Hate Week rant for Michigan-Michigan State, college football talk, ranting about how the rest of the NFL is better than the Lions, some Wings and Pistons talk, and a little on the World Series and Tigers recent personnel moves. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: sportsballzone@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @sportsballzone FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0138: Black Adam Review(SPOILER-FREE) and DCEU News

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 22:38:17 GMT

My spoiler-free(except for the mid-credit scene) full review of Black Adam, where I rank it in the DCEU, and all the other news about the franchise this past week, including good riddance to Walter Hamada. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: October 19, 2022

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 19:36:15 GMT

A DCEU and Superman centric episode of feedback with some hard-hitting questions about listening to the fans, more on streaming vs. theatrical, and some watch updates as well. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: October 18, 2022

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 19:31:24 GMT

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0137: Welcome Home

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 19:15:05 GMT

My thoughts on the revelation of what we’re about to see in Black Adam, all the reactions to it, and how The Rock is handling DCEU PR better than anyone in the past 6 years. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: October 12, 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:27:37 GMT

Black Adam, Superman, Star Trek, Star Wars and Doctor Who watch updates, toxic fandoms, consequence culture, and the evolution of the entertainment industry as a whole, are just a fraction of this week’s hard-hitting geeky discourse. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0136: "Who's Gonna Say It? I'm Not Gonna Say It."

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 18:41:34 GMT

Is Henry Cavill’s Superman in Black Adam, and will we hear the Williams Theme with it? A new opportunity for #ReleaseTheAyerCut, what “picture lock” actually means, and thoughts on the Super Mario Bros. trailer and some Star Trek surprises at NYCC. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: October 4, 2022

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:09:35 GMT

College football recap including Michigan’s win over Iowa, NFL recap including pain over the Lions not having a defense, and a bit of listener feedback on MLB and NHL. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: sportsballzone@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @sportsballzone FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: October 3, 2022

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 17:25:05 GMT

A TON of Deadpool 3 and Wolverine talk, some thoughts on Andor, WB, Blade, Black Adam, the future of Star Trek, and even a bit of “sportsball” this week. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0135: The Deadpool Surprise

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 05:39:46 GMT

It’s an all Marvel show talking about Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds in Deadpool 3, Blade losing its director, Armor Wars and Ant-Man and The Wasp Quantumania’s leaked trailer(SPOILER FREE). Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: September 27, 2022

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 17:51:06 GMT

The aftermath of the Lions’ loss to the Vikings, a “mid” Week 3 in the NFL, Michigan’s “test” against Maryland, why the rivals need to STFU, and the Top 25 in Week 4, with a bit of feedback. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: sportsballzone@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @sportsballzone FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: September 25, 2022

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:35:15 GMT

0134: Defeat The Snyder Cults

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 07:23:52 GMT

This is a little over an hour of me eviscerating and verbally disemboweling Snyder AND anti-Snyder cultists, after both decided to act like fools after The Rock’s interactive PR for Black Adam. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: September 20, 2022

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 18:23:36 GMT

Talking the craziness of NFL Week 2, including the Lions first win of the season, the non-conference schedule whining hypocrisy about Michigan football, a thought or two on Scott Harris hired by the Tigers, and some feedback. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: September 18, 2022

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 19:41:50 GMT

A bit more D23 talk, Snyder cults, the future of WBD/DC, music, watch updates and more speculation about the Streaming Age among other things on this week’s feedback session. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0133: WBD and DC's Rollercoaster Ride

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 19:31:43 GMT

A look at two articles on opposite ends of the spectrum for DC Films, one suggesting another buyout and another announcing a long awaited sequel, while celebrating Batman Day. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: September 14, 2022

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 19:28:23 GMT

D23, Dan Lin No More, The Streaming Age, watch updates and franchise fatigue are just some of the topics on this week’s HEXAGON episode. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: September 13, 2022

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:14:39 GMT

We talk about the end of the faux QB controversy at Michigan, the brutal Week 2 for the Top 25 in college football, and a surprising, yet not so surprising Week 1 of the NFL season. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: sportsballzone@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @sportsballzone FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0132: D23 Debriefing(and Star Trek Day)

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 03:01:15 GMT

After a weekend of big news from multiple franchises, I talk Star Trek Day, the second Black Adam trailer, and full, ranty thoughts on D23, from fan expectations to what I’m actually excited to see. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: September 6, 2022

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:09:56 GMT

A recap of Week 1 of College Football with Michigan, the Big Ten and the Top 25, and looking ahead to Week 1 of the NFL season and early predictions on division winners. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: September 5, 2022

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 03:33:08 GMT

We’re talking Jim Starlin, Dan Lin, Doctor Who, D23 predictions, scooper madness, and whether or not comic book movie fans are too sensitive, with many other topics in this week’s episode of THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0131: Review Bombs and Casting Rumors

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 05:59:29 GMT

My rant about review bombing with Rings of Power and how it’s messing with our fandoms, and the random tweet of MCU casting rumors for D23 that have some of us weirdly concerned. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

The Sportsball Zone: August 30, 2022

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:46:20 GMT

Sportsball is BACK! Just in time for the start of college football season. I talk about the noise with the Michigan QB situation, a little on the preseason Top 25, and the future of the Big Ten with expansion and TV deals. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: sportsballzone@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @SportsballZone FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

THE HEXAGON: August 28, 2022

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 06:33:42 GMT

In the first ever solo episode of THE HEXAGON, we talk Dan Lin, which scoopers can be trusted, and whether or not people care more about DC than Marvel, along with a ton of other topics, including some newcomers to the listener feedback group. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0130: It's Dan Lin

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:45:36 GMT

I’m back after a week off, but still talking about Warner Bros. Discovery, the potential of Dan Lin as DC Studios boss, Ezra Miller’s meeting with WB, and why Kevin Feige is a director-stealing jerk face. Plus, some BIG changes for the future of the show, including a major move for THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0129: Who's The(DC Studios) Boss?

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 16:14:13 GMT

Dealing with another week of dealing with scoopers and trades twisting our emotions with clickbait about WBD and DC, and diving into some tough questions about Superman, Sandman, and others in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0128: I Hope To Be Proven Wrong

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:53:58 GMT

Unpacking a week of chaos from WBD with Batgirl’s cancellation, a 10-year plan promise for DC Studios, and half the fanbase now defending Walter Hamada for whatever reason. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0127: Thank You For Letting Me Shake Your Hand

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:21:59 GMT

My emotional tribute to Nichelle Nichols, the original Lt. Uhura, and plenty of Hexagon talk about Ben Affleck and the future of the DCEU. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0126: SDCC 2022 Decompression Session

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 18:30:13 GMT

All thoughts, feelings, elations, frustrations, and rants about San Diego Comic-Con 2022, in regular and HEXAGON form. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0125: Zack Snyder's Justice League Digital Release Day

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:22:27 GMT

We celebrate the US digital release of Zack Snyder’s Justice League and then dive headfirst into an all-Hexagon episode. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0124: Thor: Love and Thunder Review

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 02:55:19 GMT

My brutally honest and wholly subjective spoiler-filled review of Thor: Love and Thunder, followed by a show record length of Hexagon feedback. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0123: Test Screening Madness and #HenryCavillSuperman

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 18:14:34 GMT

Why test screening reports, good or bad, are meaningless, The Rock supporting Henry Cavill as Superman again, and tons of loaded HEXAGON feedback, including a “battle” between ZSJL and The Avengers. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0122: Hello There

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:00:04 GMT

I finally share my full spoiler-filled thoughts on the entire Obi-Wan Kenobi series, and then talk about Lightyear, rebooting the DCEU, why MCU movies are “ugly” and much more in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0121: Maverick, Lightyear, and the Man of Steel Facebook Experiment

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 16:03:08 GMT

My thoughts on finally seeing Top Gun: Maverick and Lightyear in EMAX, an unexpected Facebook reaction to a Man of Steel blog post, and some heavy discussion in THE HEXAGON about Ezra Miller and other topics. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0120: Harley Quinn's Poker Face

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:45:36 GMT

My thoughts on Lady Gaga possibly joining the CBM fray and what it would mean for DC, plus a loaded HEXAGON segment full of feedback questions. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0119: So Many Choices, Too Much Arguing

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 19:34:41 GMT

After ranting about Twitter’s constant negativity with so much content available for us, we dive into some big topics in THE HEXAGON, including Ezra Miller, the “More Fun Edition” of Spider-Man: No Way Home, and binge release vs. weekly release. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0118: Black Adam Trailer 1, and Variety's Cavill Clickbait

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:07:02 GMT

My diverse thoughts on the first Black Adam trailer, and an explosive rant on Variety’s recent DC Films clickbait piece. Plus, talking about Justice League movies, Joker 2, redshirts, and more in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0117: Verdicts, Canon, and The Future of DC Entertainment

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:51:29 GMT

How a TikTok video persuaded me to rant about the Depp/Heard verdict, why the canon police are cowards, and what DC Entertainment’s future could look like now that Toby Emmerich is no longer in charge. Plus, catching up on feedback in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0116: It's A Celebration, Rebels

Sun, 29 May 2022 06:48:49 GMT

After paying respects to Ray Liotta, I dive into the 3 days of craziness that was Star Wars Celebration this year, some Blue Beetle costume talk, and hard-hitting feedback in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

0115: New Trailer, New Announcements, Same Concerns

Thu, 26 May 2022 06:15:30 GMT

J.J. Abrams raising questions at Warner Bros. Discovery, new Thor trailer reactions, fast-food chicken restaurants, and more feedback in THE HEXAGON. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com TWITTER: @theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / Google Podcasts / Stitcher / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast