The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David is joined by Chris Buie (Film Stocked) to break down the latest Tangled casting news, plus Sebastian Stan joining Matt Reeves' The Batman 2. Later, they discuss the third and fourth Doomsday teasers and debate whether a fifth is forthcoming. Finally, Chris is asked a variety of Stranger Things questions now that the series has concluded.

TIMECODES
0:00 - Intro
1:49 - News
38:27 - Stranger Things Burning Questions
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David digs into the new Wonder Man trailer ahead of its January 27th release. He also shares his thoughts on the new Avengers: Doomsday teasers, including the X-Men sneak peek. Then, he is joined by box office analyst Scott Mendelson to go over some hypothetical 2026 headlines.

TIMECODES:
0:00 - Patreon Executive Producers
0:32 - Intro
4:09 - News
19:03 - 2026 Box Office Headlines w/ Scott Mendelson
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Matt Roembke says goodbye to The Direct Podcast.
He is joined by co-hosts Liam Crowley and David Thompson, discussing their hype for 2026's biggest projects.
TIME CODES:
0:00 - Goodbye Matt Message
6:08 - Intro
23:57 - News
1:06:43 - 2026 Hype Meter
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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt re-review The Fantastic Four: First Steps and conclude the Multiverse Marathon.

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On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt re-review Thunderbolts* and continue the Multiverse Marathon.

Upcoming MCU Marathon Schedule:
Fri 12/19 – The Fantastic Four: First Steps

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