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Episode 74 - Comicon 2016

Julian Meush July 27, 2016

This week the ToB Crew gathered to discuss all things San Diego Comicon. SDCC was this past weekend and there's almost too much to cover in one show. But before we get into all the nerdy news from the con we wanted to try out a new segment. We're pitting host against host in a word association challenge. After the game we moved into the deluge that is Comicon 2016 coverage. Starting with movies we break down the Justice League and Wonder Woman footage plus everything else from DC and Marvel. We then move into some leftover Star Wars news from last weeks Star Wars Celebrations in London. There was also a whole slew of TV shows to cover as we discussed another heaping amount of trailers, including: CW's The Flash Arrow and Legends of Tomorrow, Marvel's Luke Cage, Iron Fist and Defenders and even DC's new animated series Justice League Action. We wrap things up talking about a few gaming related stories, not the least of which being Pokemon GO and Nintendo's NES Classic.

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Episode 73 - Post E3 Catch-up

Julian Meush July 18, 2016

Its been a slow couple of weeks after E3 stole the show. But we've managed to scrape together stories from across the internets and put together another great ToB Podcast for you. Julian Daniel and Jeremy sit down and discuss all things nerdy, starting with the "mea culpa" set visit that WB put together for DC's upcoming blockbuster; Justice League. After that, there'salways some Star Wars news so we breakdown some of the news that came out of EW's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story exposé before moving on to a whole slew of DC CW news. Not the least of which being the casting of Tyler Hoechlin as Superman and the confirmation of Flash Point. We also breakdown all the latest renewals and cancellations across the TV landscape before wrapping up with a chat about the worldwide phenomenon that is Pokemon Go!

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ToB Interlude - DC Comics Rebirth

Julian Meush July 11, 2016

Its been a few weeks since all three members of the ToB Crew have put out a show. What with all the Game of Thrones finales and our YouTube account termination hubbub. But this week we make good on a promise we made a few weeks back. Julian, Dan and Jeremy are here to discuss DC Comics Rebirth in all its glory. We review issue 1 of Rebirth, breakdown what it means for the DCU and then meander into a discussion about DC's film slate. This episode is also a bit more free form than others as it follows an "after show" format that picks up after our E3 2016 episode. 

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Game of Thrones Season 6 ToB Breakdown Bonus Episode

Julian Meush July 5, 2016

Julian and Dan are back for a Game of Thrones Season Six Bonus Episode! After last week's finale there was so much to discuss we couldn't fit it all into one episode. So this week we're here to recap all the main storylines from season six, answer a bunch of questions from the listeners and look ahead at season seven. We also give our predictions on where all our favorite characters will end up and examine the list of directors who will be helming the (possible) penultimate season.

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Game of Thrones S6E10 "The Winds of Winter": ToB Breakdown

Daniel D'Souza June 28, 2016

Game of Thrones' tenth episode provided a climactic and emotional season finale, putting a nice little ribbon on every major plotline. The Babble Boys fought through some pacing/continuity issues (as well as a wicked hangover) to delve into this gigantic episode in another live edition of our ToB Breakdowns.

Cersei proves she's still a force to be reckoned with, Sam arrives in Oldtown, Arya enjoys sweet, sweet vengeance, a new King in the North is declared, Bran FINALLY completes the Tower of Joy vision, and Daenerys sets her house in order before FINALLY setting sail for Westeros.

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Game of Thrones S6E9 "Battle of the Bastards": ToB Breakdown

Julian Meush June 21, 2016

It's that time of year again. The traditionally epic episode nine for the latest season of Game of Thrones is upon us and it's a doozy! "Battle of the Bastards" was billed as the largest battle Game of Thrones has ever put to screen and it surpassed all of our expectations. It may very well be the most impressive battle of this scale ever seen on television period, let alone just on Game of Thrones. But it wouldn't be GoT if they didn't throw in a curveball or two. We all expected a clash in the North but how many of thought you'd see some dragons rain down fire from the sky as well? Bet you didn't see that coming! Or that Jon would make some terrible strategic mistakes? Well maybe that one was easier to predict. That being said, as amazing as the spectacle was, there were some important story and character developments to explore and Julian Meush and Daniel D'Souza are here to unpack it all and delve into every detail of this nearly perfect hour of television.

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Episode 72 - E3 2016

Julian Meush June 17, 2016

The ToB Crew is reunited once more! Now that Julian has returned to Canada all three of the Tower of Babble hosts are once again under the same roof. And it couldn't be better timing with E3 2016 upon us. It's every gamer's favorite time of the year as we get a glimpse at the future of gaming. From virtual reality to the beautiful Zelda: Breath of the Wild, if you play games there's something here for you. Julian, Daniel and Jeremy unpack the plethora of news and concentrate on all things E3. They go through each major announcement one by one and give you their take on the biggest stories from Sony, Microsoft, EA, Ubisoft, Nintendo and so much more. WIth so much news it's a miracle we were able to even fit it all into one episode!

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Game of Thrones S6E8 "No One": ToB Breakdown

Julian Meush June 13, 2016

The ToB Crew sit down to discuss the latest episode of HBO's Game of Thrones. Season six, episode eight: "No One", is quick to squash a few fan theories and moves the remaining pieces into position for next week's massive "Battle of the Bastards". The whole affair is jam packed with a lot of fun moments but it's the emotional beats that stood out the most. Particularly one scene between Jamie and Edmure, who finally gets some dialogue that is well worth the wait. Tyrion gets to tell some jokes before his plans come crashing down. Arya fights back against The Waif. Cersei plans hit a significant roadblock. The Hound goes hunting while Brienne and Jamie have a touching reunion. We dissect every detail while untangling the web of theories and predictions surrounding the approaching season six finale.

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Game of Thrones S6E7 "The Broken Man": ToB Breakdown

Julian Meush June 7, 2016

The ToB crew is back to unpack the season's seventh episode "The Broken Man"; another somewhat slower but still enjoyable episode. The titular character monopolizes the episode, though there is still room for Jon and Sansa to go on a recruiting spree, the High Sparrow to target the Queen of Thorns, also, Jaime arrives at Riverrun to offer terms, Cersei admits her mistakes, and Arya discovers just how dangerous Braavos can be.

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Game of Thrones S6E6 "Blood of my Blood": ToB Breakdown

Julian Meush May 30, 2016

Julian and Dan get together to break down Season 6 Episode 6: "Blood of my Blood". The episode offers a slight change of pace, though not an unwelcome one, as we touch in with some overlooked or under appreciated storylines that are quickly becoming more interesting. 

Bran flees the carnage of the White Walkers, Sam and Gilly arrive at Horn Hill, Arya makes a fateful decision, the Tyrells march on the High Sparrow, Tommen and Margaery make a deal, Jaime is sent to Riverrun, and Daenerys rallies her newfound army.

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