T.v. Trey Podcast

In our 51st episode, we will be covering the Disney+ original series, Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022-), the latest Star Wars installment that goes through the journey of Obi-Wan after the events of Order 66, the fall of Anakin Skywalker, and the Rise of the Galactic Empire. Our topics include: 1) Responding to trauma, 2) The depths of Obi-Wan's failure, and 3) Reva and writing villains.  -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

It is officially our 50th episode on the T.V. Trey Podcast! For our 50th episode, we will be covering Disney's Encanto (2021), the latest Disney animated film that has swept the hearts of audiences as it takes on deep topics of family dynamics and culture, specifically in Latin America. Our topics include: 1) Generational Trauma, 2) Bruno and Scapegoating, and 3) Individuality vs. Family Unity.  -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvreypodcast

It is that time of year again! The 94th Academy Awards premiere is less than a week away and in preparation, Nate and I are going through the Best Picture category! This episode includes all of the 2022 Best Picture nominated films: Belfast, CODA, Don't Look Up, Drive My Car, Dune, King Richard, Licorice Pizza, Nightmare Alley, The Power of the Dog, and West Side Story (2021).  As we go through each film, we will also be going through the topics of 1) Most Favorite, 2) Least Favorite, 3) Predicted Winner, 4) The Underdog, and 5) Our Fan Favorite  -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 47th episode, we will be digging through season 1 of the latest Star Wars installment, The Book of Boba Fett, season 1 (2021-2022). After the events in Mandalorian season 2, Boba Fett returns to Mos Espa with Finnic Shand and claims Jabba the Huts criminal empire for his own. But can he maintain and defend it from criminal rivals?  Our topics include 1: Boba vs. Mando: Storytelling, 2) Nostalgia Problems in Star Wars, and 3) Our Thoughts on the Upcoming Kenobi Series.  -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our final episode of 2021, we will be covering the recent Marvel Cinematic Universe film, Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), which has received raving reviews and opened at $340 million nationwide over the weekend. This episode contains MAJOR SPOILERS for the new film, so viewer's discretion is advised. Our topics include 1) fan theories, 2) spoiler talk, 3) what comes next?  -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast iTunes Podcast: @tvtreypodcast iHeart Radio: @tvtreypodcast

Merry Christmas, everyone! After month of time off, we are back just in time for the Christmas season with our second Christmas episode on the show! Today's episode is The Nativity Story (2006) the film adaptation of the birth of Christ and the journey of Mary and Joseph, from an Anglican and Roman Catholic perspective! Our topics include: 1) The Role of Mary, 2) Cultural Accuracy & Representation, 3) Liberties in Religious Films -- Facebook: @treypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast iHeart Radio: @tvtreypodcast Apple Podcasts: @tvtreypodcast

In our 45th episode, we will be comparing the differences of the two Justice League films of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), the Snyder Cut (2021) and Theatrical Cut (2017). For the uninitiated, the theatrical cut is a 2-hour film that does not tie in directly with Director Zack Snyder's vision, while the Snyder Cut is Snyder's 4-hour directors cut that ties directly with the franchise while setting up future sequels and storylines.  Our topics include: 1) Differences between both films, 2) The fued/controversy behind Warner Brothers and Zack Snyder, and 3) What we hope or predict for the DCEU franchise. Special Thanks to our Guests Appearances: Brogan Wassell and Rene Bravo of Keeping Up with the Nerds Podcast  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

With the Oscars just around the corner, we are covering all 8 Best Picture Nominated films, from our impressions to our predictions. Our topics are: 1) Most Favorite Film, 2) Most Surprising Film, 2) Least Favorite Film, 3) Which Will Win, and 4) Which is the Underdog. Special thanks to our Guest Appearance: Nate Bell of Biola University's Cinema & Media Arts Department (Link to his award winning short film, The Hour After Westerly). -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 43rd episode, we conclude another trilogy series as we wrap up Avatar: The Last Airbender, season 3 (2007-2008). Through the help of old allies and former enemies, Aang and the Gang rise up to defeat the Fire Nation once and for all, and restore balance to the world. Our topics include: 1) Indoctrination & Propaganda, 2) Katara's Revenge, and 3) Uncle Iroh's Forgiveness According to the Prodigal Son Parable.  Special thanks to our Guest Appearances: Aryanna Victoria, Brogan Wassell, and Chris and Brittany of the Geek Between the Lines Podcast! -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypocast 

In our 42nd episode, we are continuing the discussion of Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008) as we dive into season 2. During this season, the heroes and villains of the ATLA world grow together as they overcome new challenges, face new foes, and make drastic decisions that will determine the fate of the 100 years war. Our topics include: 1) Ba Sing Se & Government Censorship, 2) Feminism, 3) Pride & Humility According to Zuko and Uncle Iroh.  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 41st episode, we are covering season 1 of the beloved Nickelodeon series, Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008). Dropping on Netflix in 2020, ATLA has grown once again in popularity among new and original fans as it greatly reflects both world history and current events. While we talk briefly about season 2 and 3, our primary focus in this episode is on season 1.  Our topics include: 1) Warfare in a Children's Series, 2) Family according to Aang and Zuko, and 3) The Fire Sages and Religious Corruption.  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In our 40th episode, we will be going through the new Christmas classic, Netflix's Klaus (2019). The story goes through a new origin of Santa Claus and how he came to be  in the dangerous town of Smeerensburg, all because of the town's new Postman Jesper, the spoiled son of the Postmaster-General. Through revolutionary animation, Klaus adds on to the Santa story in new ways while keeping to older traditions and myths. Enjoy our final episode of the 2020 year! See you in 2021!   Our topics are: 1) The Santa Story: Is it Moral for Children? 2) 2D Animation & Nostalgia, and 3) How mythology shapes history. -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 39th episode, we are revisiting the political drama/action film, V for Vendetta (2005)! Due to the events of 2020 - the pandemic, the election, and civil unrest - we chose to take a second look at the graphic novel adaptation and connect the deep political ties to historical and current events.  Our topics include: 1) Political Media Biases, 2) Politicizing a Pandemic, and 3) The Dangers of Demagogue Leaders.  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 38th episode, we will be ending our Middle-Earth journey as we focus on Peter Jackson's adaptation of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003). Nearly 20 years later, The Return of the King is highly regarded as a cinematic masterpiece, having earned 11 Academy Awards, including best Adapted Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Picture. It is currently tied for the most awarded Oscars with Titanic (1997) and Ben-Hur (1959). Our topics of focus are 1) The Significance of Courage, 2) The Analyzation of Evil, and 3) Frodo's Mission: Did He Fail? -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

Continuing our coverage of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, our 37th episode is on The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), the Academy Award-winning adaptation of Tolkien's second book of the trilogy. Our topics of coverage include: 1) Storytelling through the Battle of Helm's Deep 2) Gollum, Smeagol, & Dualism, and 3) Hope & Courage according to Samwise Gamgee.  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 36th episode, we'll be starting our 3-part series on Director Peter Jackson’s Award winning adaptation of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy! To kick things off, we will be starting with The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), the origin of the trilogy that earned 4 Oscar Awards, including Best Original Score and Best Cinematography. Our topics for include: 1) Sauron and Nihilism, 2) Film Score Storytelling, 3) The Ring and Temptation -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 35th episode, we are covering the conclusion of the Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode XI - The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Despite its box office earnings of over $1 billion, The Rise of Skywalker came under heavy criticism from both fans and critics, causing its final chapter to be more controversial than memorable. Our topics include 1) Story vs. Plot, 2) Rehashing, and 3) Avengers: Endgame vs. Star Wars: TROS.  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast  

After 4 months in quarantine, we are back at the podcast studio! In our 34th episode, we will be covering the Academy-Award winning film Parasite (2019), written and directed by Bong Joon-ho. Being the first foreign film to win Best Picture, Parasite earned 3 more Oscars in 2020; Best Foreign Film, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Director. Our topics include: 1) Class Divide and Behavior, 2) American Imperialism, and 3) Symbolism and Imagery. -- Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

In our 33rd episode and our first episode of the 2020 new year, we will be diving head first into the politics and philosophy of V for Vendetta (2005), the graphic novel adaptation on the vigilante known as "V" and his attempt to overthrow the Neo-Fascist Government of England known as Norsefire. From the tensions between the U.S. and Iran to the Hong Kong protests, we saw it best to cover this film in order for listeners to remain informed about the dangers of totalitarianism and the balance between security and freedom. Our topics include: 1) When is a revolution justified? 2) Lies to tell the truth, and 3) What is freedom according to Evey Hammond?  -- Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast

With Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker around the corner, our 32nd episode will be covering Star Wars Episode VII: The Last Jedi, the controversial film that divided critics, moviegoers, and long-time fans and continues to today. Our topics include: 1) Subverting Expectations, 2) Luke Skywalker's Character Development, and 3) the handling/mishandling of new characters.  --  Twitter: @tvtreypodcast Facebook: @tvtreypodcast Instagram: @tvtreypodcast