To maintain my neutrality during this #worldcup match between Belgium and Spain, I am having waffles and paella for lunch.

With cuts so deep, id Software seems set up to give up on the id Tech game engine and/or become a support studio for another Xbox franchise. gamesbeat.com/inside-a-stu...

ICE fatally shot a man in Houston yesterday. Agents arrested a nun on her way to mass. An Afghan who helped the U.S. military died in ICE detention, one of at least 21 people to die in detention this year. The headlines have moved on, but Trump is still waging his reign of terror.

The goodwill built by American cities hosting #WorldCup tourists has been amazing. They caused European visitors to get addicted to ranch dressing. They made Japanese fans marvel at complimentary chips and salsa. Just when the world was falling in love with the U.S. again, trump called infantino.

Updated my recent hands-on preview of "Onimusha: Way Of The Sword" to reflect the just announced release date change to September 4th. paulsemel.com/onimusha-way... #Onimusha #OnimishaWayOfTheSword #VideoGames 🎮⚔️

X-Men ‘97 season 2 is off to a swell start. I enjoyed the first three episodes more than I thought I would (comics nerd that thinks the show is a dumber version of the books and thinks that Storm’s voice actor is overly dramatic like Clayface from the Harley Quinn cartoon but without the comedy).

What happens when you take outstanding comics, make some major changes, and add some questionable direction? You get #Supergirl! I enjoyed the movie, but was also disappointed and (naively) surprised at the hate it's getting. More Tuesday with @macpool.bsky.social and @annoyedgamer.bsky.social!

We're halfway through 2026, so @paulsemel.bsky.social and I discussed our favorite videogames, movies, and TV shows thus far. My picks are #TheAdventuresOfElliot, #PowerBallad, and #TedSeason2 for those respective categories. Who gets your 2026 halftime awards?

I dropped by the wonderful Hall of Justice podcast to discuss #mastersoftheuniverse with @setheverett.bsky.social. Seth is hugely knowledgeable on the He-Man toys and cartoons. Check it out (please!). Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/4... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/34a9...

Really enjoying the Zelda-esque gameplay and charming music in Adventures of Elliot. Some of the voice acting and writing can be grating (more childish than childlike), but it’s not dragging me down yet. There’s a fair chance that the only console games I play for the next year are Square RPGs 😁😁😁

Ivalice Chronicles has been updated with New Game+ 🤩🤩🤩 time for a third run. think i’ll abuse Beowulf’s abilities this time.

BTS Oreos taste like the flavoring used in maple and brown sugar instant oatmeal with the sweetness cranked to 11

If you're a Gen X male who loved He-Man as a kid, #MastersOfTheUniverse can be a thrilling movie. If not, there's a slight chance the Brian May-infused soundtrack and the goofiest hero since Flash Gordon will win you over. More ramblings tonight with @macpool.bsky.social!

Even though I own a digital copy, I had to pick up the 4K Blu-ray of #thelastdragon when it was on sale for $16. Not buying it would’ve been irresponsible. 🐉🐉🐉

After years of garbage Spider-spinoffs, Sony and Amazon MGM have spun a winner with #SpiderNoir. Its unique setting and strong performances are so good that it will erase Morbius from your memory. More tonight with @macpool.bsky.social and @annoyedgamer.bsky.social!

In case you were wondering….

#TheMandalorianAndGrogu is a mixed bag of macarons. Fantastic action, a wonderful non-verbal sequence, and yet…it feels like TV episodes stitched into a movie with minimal progression for Din Djarin or the Mandoverse as a whole. More tonight with @paulsemel.bsky.social and @macpool.bsky.social!

I enjoyed the green wormhole bit on the #Colbert finale. It was weird, funny, and smart in a way that reminded of old-school Letterman. A lesser, more self-absorbed host would've made the night all about themselves, but the finale was about entertaining the viewers and respecting tradition.

Online takes on #TheBoys Season 5 are all over the place, and honestly, I get it. There's plenty to love and plenty to criticize. Not as sharp as the first two seasons, but entertaining enough, even if some parts were...frustrating. More tonight with @macpool.bsky.social and @tokz21.bsky.social!

Finally got this one edited! @paulsemel.bsky.social and I break down #MonarchLegacyOfMonsters Season 2. Two massive Godzilla nerds, one divided season. We liked parts of it, but Kate and Kentaro nearly broke us. Hiroshi's kids were terrible. Thankfully Kei was awesome 🤩 youtu.be/FgJH9mYh9Yk?...

Punisher: One Last Kill was like being served 1/3 of a fantastic meal. I enjoyed what I was given, but was also left unsatisfied. Jon Bernthal deserved more time and money for this project. More #Punisher thoughts on Thursday with @macpool.bsky.social and @etsyceelogreen.bsky.social!

What If... @paulsemel.bsky.social, @etsyceelogreen.bsky.social, and I starred in #Daredevil: Born Again??? Okay, that's never going to happen, so enjoy our review of Born Again Season 2 instead! 😆😆😆 www.youtube.com/live/R8tb3LQ...

This popcorn shrimp appetizer from a local casino was $10. Three of us couldn’t finish it. The shrimp also reminded me of when @tedregulski.bsky.social and I would try to put Red Lobster out of business. 😝😝😝

Really enjoyed #DaredevilBornAgain Season 2. The fight scenes were glorious, the leads were fantastic, and Bullseye was delightful. Looking forward to more Matt Murdock, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and others in Season 3. Nerd chat tonight with @paulsemel.bsky.social and @etsyceelogreen.bsky.social!

While Rebels is my favorite #StarWars animated series, #MaulShadowLord is objectively better. The writing, acting, and art are streets ahead. Sam Witwer is phenomenal in this role and I can't wait for more Maul/Devon. More thoughts tonight with @paulsemel.bsky.social and @macpool.bsky.social!

Here's some of the RPadTV review crew as #Invincible characters 🤩🤩🤩 www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U9G...

@macpool.bsky.social, @tokz21.bsky.social, Lexi, and I had a fun chat about Invincible Season 4. While the action didn't quite reach the heights of seasons 1-3, the acting and writing were tremendous. I loved JK Simmons and Sandra Oh this season. 🤩🤩🤩 How did you dig #Invincible Season 4???

The #Jollibee mascot riding a chocobo is amazing! This is the #FinalFantasy crossover I never knew I needed. 😍😍😍

I might have to get this Darth Vader as a doctor tin for my guitar picks. #StarWars

So that's why Thragg from #Invincible looks so punchable!

@paulsemel.bsky.social, @etsyceelogreen.bsky.social, and I had a "how did we get here?" chat about toxic fandom. It was a fascinating conversation about a messy issue. We also get into movies/TV shows/games we love that most people hate, and stuff everyone else loves that leaves us cold. Click👇

I asked Nano Banana to turn @annoyedgamer.bsky.social into the Six-Million Dollar Man and it gave me this. What do you think?

To prepare for Stranger Things: Tales from '85, @macpool.bsky.social, Lexi, and I chose our favorite/least favorite characters by age group. I went with: Kids: Dustin Henderson/Will Byers Teens: Robin Buckley/Nancy Wheeler Adults: Murray Bauman /Ted Wheeler youtu.be/Wcgv4vXWcew?...

In light of recent Blake Lively news, I stand by this more than ever.

#StarWars nerds are the best 😁😁😁 www.reddit.com/r/andor/comm...

It's a March Madness themed episode, as @macpool.bsky.social, @tokz21.bsky.social, and I nerdily chat about #DaredevilBornAgain, #Invincible, #Monarch, and the latest movie trailers. www.youtube.com/watch?v=apDW... Also, I have no idea why ai took away Mac's costume in this image. 😆😆😆

Remember when Robin Lively was the most prominent member of that family? I miss those days. #teenwitch forever!!!

that ending of #daredevilbornagain s02e01 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

#StarfleetAcademy Season 1 isn't the sharpest #StarTrek has ever been (the writing can be dim and the cheese factor is real), but the characters won me over. Divisive? Sure. Did I have fun? Absolutely. Excited for Season 2. 🖖 Incoming nerd chat with @paulsemel.bsky.social tomorrow!

In #Outcome, Jonah Hill transforms into Larry David.

Albert Collins is one of my guitar heroes that doesn’t get nearly enough love. check out some of his clips on YouTube to see what he was all about. youtu.be/xQKP86-BWf8?...

Ted Season 2 might be one of the best stoner comedies ever made--a total must-watch for 80s/90s kids. The D&D episode absolutely destroyed me! Seth MacFarlane is 2-for-2 with this show. 🐻🔥 Nerdy #TedSeason2 chat tonight with @paulsemel.bsky.social and @macpool.bsky.social!

The gutting of #usaid is a massive travesty that will lead to hundreds of thousands of people dying. For whatever reason, the mainstream media doesn’t give it the attention it deserves. Hopefully @lastweektonight.com’s story can spur people into action, but it’s probably too late.

As the Pointer Sisters said, I'm so excited! The teaser for #Lanterns has me stoked for the series. The clip did a great job of conveying the contrast between Old Hal and Young John. It's almost like a reverse Lethal Weapon, but with magic rings powered by little blue aliens. 😆😆😆

@weeklyshowpodcast.bsky.social Which comedian who has passed away do you most wish you could discuss current events with? Personally, I wish Norm Macdonald were still with us so he could give you an update on “Bah-Hah-Rain.”

#AKnightoftheSevenKingdoms hooked me back into Westeros thru Ser Duncan the Tall — not politics. His underdog journey and his bond with Egg make the world feel fresh again. A great re‑entry before House of the Dragon S3. Cant wait to share more thoughts later today! www.youtube.com/live/h98Kplq...

I loved #AKnightOfTheSevenKingdoms Season 1. It was true to the book's spirit (a knight who remembered his vows) and most of the changes enhanced the source material...though I'm still not sure about Westerosi jazz. Can't wait to talk to @macpool.bsky.social and @tokz21.bsky.social about it!

What If... @annoyedgamer.bsky.social, @macpool.bsky.social, and @paulsemel.bsky.social had evil variants?!?

For #BlackHistoryMonth, I wanted to learn more about Afrime Studios, a majority Black-owned #videogame developer in South Carolina. Founders Crandon Dillard and Erik Reynolds told me about the company's origins and shared details on their first game, #Unyverse. youtu.be/FqfaZDvumcc?...

Had a fun chat with @macpool.bsky.social, @tokz21.bsky.social, and @annoyedgamer.bsky.social about #Fallout Season 2. While I enjoyed S1 a tiny bit more, this is still the best videogame-to-TV adaptation ever. Also, Thaddeus rules. 😆😆😆