Genuine Chit-Chat

28/07/2024

Watched and no spoilers but I thought it was great fun! It's a stupid, over the top action comedy with joke upon joke, great moments and a bunch of surprises and deep cuts. I think it's better than Deadpool 2 but I'm unsure if it tops Deadpool 1.

In any case, I'm glad I watched it as it was a welcome break to the usual stress of life and you could see how much fun all involved were having.

If you enjoyed the other movies, you're sure to like this and if you're a big X-Men or fan, it'll surely make you smile!

26/07/2024

Woke up to see that they're exploring more of the era in books, but closer to ! As a fan of both Acolyte & The High Republic books/comics, I am very excited to delve in - out in 2025, but that's when phase 3 of THR ends, so should be a smooth transition!

23/07/2024

Although The Acolyte is not perfect, if you enjoy the prequels, you should like it - same flaws & high points but Acolyte being split up magnifies the flaws.
Pacing, plot elements & characters need more work, but we get more lore & incredible action - the same as with TPM & AOTC.
If TPM or AotC were split into 8 episodes & released today, it would get even more hate than it did when it came out.
You don't have to love it but if people are going to compare to Andor, one must also compare to prequels.

20/07/2024

The Acolyte has finished, and what a ride it’s been! Mike is joined by Angry Andy to talk about the finale, and they debate what aspects did & didn't work for each of them (& Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores pre-recorded his thoughts, which are in the show too)!

Listen on any podcast app on the Comics In Motion Podcast: https://pod.fo/e/2545e3 or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F_2TA6cA22k

In more detail, Andy & Mike (with clips from Spider-Dan) talk about;
- Their Initial Expectations For The Show
- The Pacing, Format & How It Compares To Other Series
- Prequel Comparisons
- Side-Characters
- Crystal Bleeding
- S2 Predictions
- Bazil
- The High Republic
- Senator Rayencourt
and so much more in this massive finale to this divisive series!

16/07/2024

A great man has passed away. His enthusiasm was infectious, he treated everyone like family and was a positive force on the comic world. He introduced me to so many incredible comics and every time I see Batman, I'll think of him.
Rest In Peace Steve J Ray.

12/07/2024

In this clip, Paige of Buddiepet Dog Walker Southampton talks about toilet training a puppy when you have a disabled dog!

If you like this clip, check out the full conversation on episode 232 of the Genuine Chit-Chat podcast, where they talk about Paige's qualifications, positive reinforcement, misconceptions, nutrition and more - the perfect pod for any dog lovers!

Listen on any podcast app: https://pod.fo/e/2368ff or on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gBjkxAVaXBw

11/07/2024

With the penultimate episode of out (E7, The Choice) Thomas Rochester & Mike talk about the "reveal" in the flashback, plus what is & isn't working in the show, the connections to books & comics, visions & more!
Even with two positive Star Wars podcasters at the helm, can this episode avoid criticism? Tune in to find out!

Listen on Comics In Motion Podcast https://pod.fo/e/251459 or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FiADmeiVW7M

06/07/2024

The Acolyte continues with episode 6 and Mike gives his review, noting what is & isn't working in the show, his thoughts on the remaining characters, how the format could be improved and more!

Listen on any podcast app: https://pod.fo/e/24f664 or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iFr-lQv5OCY

05/07/2024

Had a brilliant time talking District 9 with Megan & Dan!

Things are about to get Prawnographic as & kick off with a bang! With ’s apartheid allegory inspired by classic Sci-Fi like & join us to hear our awful impressions along with us discussing Nigeria banning the film & The “Furby” Theory… https://tinyurl.com/2ysqpo97
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30/06/2024

Finally have my Andor bluray steelbook from HMV! I love all Star Wars, but Andor is definitely amidst the best content in the whole galaxy. For me, Andor & Rebels are the two best pieces of SW in existence and I am so happy to give Andor another rewatch!

27/06/2024

The Acolyte continues and things have finally kicked up a notch! Mike is joined this week by I Am JACs Musings to discuss episode 5: Night in detail, including character deaths, the action scenes, the Dark Side, Jedi morality, Cortosis, The Twins and more!

Listen on any podcast app: https://pod.fo/e/24c265 or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4pBVZvLRuHs

22/06/2024

(the guys punked me by making me wear football garbs)

20/06/2024

To discuss ep 4 of , Tonya Todd joins Mike to discuss why areas of this show aren't working for them & what they think could work better. They're enjoying the show but it isn't without its faults!

But tell us what you think - do you agree with our criticisms?

Listen here: https://pod.fo/e/24949f or watch here: https://youtu.be/rmEQXjNhBu4

18/06/2024

Just finished this incredible novel by Daniel Jose Older & Alyssa Wong; Escape From Valo!

Ram Jomaram continues to be one of my favourite Jedi of all time and these new characters are amazing (Tep Tep is just an absolute sweetie) and I cannot wait to delve into the next junior novels to see more of Kildo and co!

Don't skip the middle grade/junior novels or the YA novels if you're a fan of the adult books, as they're all fantastic in different ways and are so rewarding to read!

16/06/2024

The Acolyte discussion continues with the controversial episode Destiny, where Mike & his guest for the week Maff ask the questions; is this episode any good? Do the witches break the canon? Is Mother Naasa a member of the ancient Sith species? Mike & Maff also talk about the flashback structure, the many witches of Star Wars, force-sensitivity, the controversial birth and more on the feed of Comics In Motion!

Listen on any podcast app: https://pod.fo/e/247da7 or watch the video on Genuine Chit-Chat's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZWXhQMNum4

What did you think of the episode? Do you agree with the majority or do you think its been wrongly maligned?

14/06/2024

Anyone else think Mother Naasa looks a bit like the Sith species from Legends?
Could further link the coven to ancient dark side magic?
Hopefully the remaining episodes touch upon it!

09/06/2024

Mike has stepped out of his comfort zone to watch the first 5 episodes of with Megan for Chris and Dave's Reality TV Cast - tune in wherever you find your podcasts to hear about Mike's first time with the villa!
https://pod.fo/e/24596f

07/06/2024

Our new Acolyte show begins and to discuss the first two episodes; Lost/Found & Revenge/Justice, the High Republic, the Barash Vow & more, he is joined by Dave of the Comics In Motion Podcast!

Listen on any podcast app:
https://pod.fo/e/244970 or watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SA5yFDNcQlo

As well as the episodes & overall plot, the duo discuss their opinions on each character, where they think the series is going, whether or not they’re drawn into the mystery of the show, their thoughts on the action scenes and more, with Mike providing insight into the High Republic books & comics and how they may link into Acolyte (especially with characters like Vernestra Rwoh)!

Tune in each week for Mike & different guests talking about each episode of the Acolyte, so you get a different perspective every time!

05/06/2024

Spoiler-free thoughts: just watched episodes 1 & 2 and enjoyed them both! I'll be doing a podcast on them tomorrow for more in-depth thoughts, but a good start!

27/05/2024

Two amazing people, one amazing company - congratulations Buddiepet! Make sure you check out Mike's chat with Paige and if you haven't yet, a clip will be up soon!

19/05/2024

Someone is enjoying the sun!

17/05/2024

Just recorded a review of the novel Star Wars: Lords Of The Sith by Paul S Kemp, which I hope to release in the coming weeks - has anyone else read this book? If so, what are your thoughts?
I've got to be honest and say I struggled with it, maybe my least favourite in the canon.

16/05/2024

More comics delivered this week with 2 of my favourite phase 1 characters (for vastly different reasons)!
If you're a fan of THR, don't miss any of THR Adventures comics as they're fantastic! I know they're tricky to get outside the US but it's worth it if you can!

14/05/2024

Saw & thought it was a really good movie. It wasn't perfect, but there were elements I really liked and a lot of things could be discussed in depth - a cool world and a must-see for fans of the last 3 Apes movies, I am intrigued to see where it goes!

11/05/2024

So my top 5 for are Luxembourg, Italy, Norway, Ireland & Cyprus, but I'll be listening to a bunch of the songs from this year again!
Who are your favourites?

11/05/2024

Here we go - our yearly tradition of watching and rating/ranking songs has begun!

05/05/2024

Just watched the Morgan Elsbeth eps of - first ep was fantastic, second ep was alright but the third ep was pretty weak. I feel like Ahsoka/Mando made Morgan somewhat interesting but in eps 2 & 3 of TotE she actually seems like a fairly dull villain.
Glad I saw them, as we always need new Nightsister or Witches Of Dathomir content, but I doubt I'll rewatch eps 2 or 3
Should be watching the next episodes tomorrow!

04/05/2024

After having an incredible conversation with Mike Chen on my podcast (out next week), & my love for his novel Brotherhood, I treated myself to another novel of his; A Quantum Love Story!
(Willow was also impressed but would've just licked the book to death!)

28/04/2024

This morning Willow has decided to use me as a pillow.
She's a cutie so I'll allow it, even if she is snoring!