Episodes

Episode Summary: This week on The Fandom Portals Podcast , Aaron is joined by Ben Wright from Hot Takes Film Club to discuss 500 Days of Summer (2009). They break down the film’s nonlinear storytelling , the realism of Tom an...

Episode Summary: In this Portaleers Pick episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast , Aaron and Brash dive into the deeper themes of The Crow (1994). They explore character arcs, emotional depth, and what makes this film a lasting...

Episode Summary: In this Portaleers Pick episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast , Aaron and Brash explore The Crow (1994), the gothic cult classic directed by Alex Proyas and starring Brandon Lee . They discuss their first exp...

Episode Summary: This week on The Fandom Portals Podcast , Aaron and Brash explore Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), the final chapter in Harrison Ford’s legendary run as cinema’s greatest adventurer. They break d...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast , Aaron welcomes Thomas from The Joy Shtick Podcast , Challenge Accepted Podcast , and his newest project, The Sick Burn Podcast . Together, they dive into Big Fi...

Episode Summary: In this special episode of Fandom Portals , Aaron is joined by Frank from Geek Freaks Network to dive into Star Trek ! Whether you’re a seasoned Trekkie or a newcomer, this episode is your guide to Star Trek’...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Fandom Portals , Aaron and Brash dive into Sonic the Hedgehog 3 ! They explore Sonic’s leadership growth, Carl Jung’s shadow self concept as seen in Sonic vs. Shadow, and the role of trust ...

What makes a villain truly unforgettable, and how can a hero's courage inspire our daily lives? Join me as we celebrate the winners of the 2024 Fandom Favourites Awards on the Fandom Portals podcast, where I have the honour o...

This week, we explore the complex themes of love, obsession, and beauty in The Phantom of the Opera. As we discuss the film’s emotional impact, production design, and character motivations, we highlight the importance of kind...

In this episode, we explore "The Nice Guys," a cleverly crafted film that intertwines humor with unexpected twists, making it a rewatchable masterpiece. We tackle the intriguing concept of eucatastrophe within "The Nice Guys,...

Aaron and Brash discuss the emotional complexities and character growth seen in “Venom: The Last Dance,” exploring themes of sacrifice, symbiosis, and growth in relationships. From first encounters to in-depth analyses, we un...

Join us as I, Aaron Davies, introduce my new co-host, Adam Brasher, to the Fandom Portals family. Plus, meet Ace, Adam's loveable husky, who has enthusiastically claimed the role of our show's unofficial mascot. We then shift...

FANDOM SHORTS: Join Aaron and Brash as we unveil the inaugural Fandom Favourites Awards, where we spotlight our top picks and invite you to weigh in. Expect a whirlwind tour of cinematic magic, from billion-dollar blockbuster...

FANDOM SHORTS: This episode balances Aaron's personal reflections with exciting announcements for the future of Fandom Portals, including the introduction of a new co-host and engaging Fandom Shorts episodes. It emphasises th...

Join us as we welcome Isaac Edlund from the Infinity Bros podcast, a passionate movie enthusiast with a special love for the eclectic filmography of Nicolas Cage. From Isaac's first encounter with Cage's work in "National Tre...

What if the resilient plumber in overalls could teach us more about life than just saving princesses? Join us as we uncover the powerful lessons of resilience and perseverance brought to life by Mario in the Super Mario Bros ...

Animation lovers, brace yourselves for a captivating adventure through the world of "Avatar: The Last Airbender," as we celebrate Animation Celebration month alongside the International Day of Animation. This episode features...

What happens when a band of voice actors brings their beloved Dungeons & Dragons campaign to life in an animated series? Join me, along with my brilliant co-host Adam Brasher, as we explore the world of "The Legend of Vox Mac...

Brendan White, the creative force behind the More Than Hentai podcast, brings his infectious passion for anime to our latest episode. With nearly a decade of podcasting experience, Brendan offers invaluable insights for those...

Celebrate a decade of MCU magic with us as we bring you the 10th episode of Fandom Portals! Promise yourself an unforgettable journey as we recount the top 10 moments from Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier, handpic...

What if a film could seamlessly blend 14th-century aesthetics with modern rock music? Join me, Aaron Davies, on this thrilling episode of the Fandom Portals podcast as we dive into the world of "A Knight's Tale." We'll explor...

What if a game could change the way you see yourself and connect you with like-minded individuals? Today, we have a special guest, Mitchell Svensk, also known as Modbrew, who has dedicated his life to creating inclusive and w...

In this episode Aaron dissects the troubled production and mixed reception of the 2003 film "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" to see if it was really a flop or if it has found a second life as a cult classic. We talk ab...

Christine Giver, the mastermind behind the Outside of the Box podcast, joins us. Together, we reminisce about the epic 2018 and 2019 MCU chapters, especially Infinity War and Endgame, recounting the cinematic magic and emotio...