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Fighting In The War Room: A Movies And Pop Culture Podcast

Katey, Matt, Da7e and David
Kung Fu Panda 4
The Zone Of Interest
Cruel Intentions
The Boy and the Heron
Godzilla: Minus One
Cohen Brothers
Youtube
Academy Awards
X-Men ’97
Oscars
Wonka
Golden Globe Awards
The Holdovers
The Iron Claw
Echo
All Of Us Strangers
Society Of the Snow
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Coca-Cola
Godzilla X Kong: the New Empire

The Film and Pop-Culture Podcast

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This week, everyone manages to make it back into the War Room, but also manage to not mention the very real war that started since last episode. Don’t worry, though, a Canadian listener writes in prompting David to give hockey opinions and all of us ... more

This week, a huge snow storm on the east coast shut down David’s access to the internet, breaking his Fighting In The War Room streak. Your other three hosts – Patches, Katey, and Da7e – all assemble in the war room and forsake both David’s streak an... more

CEASE AND DECEASE!

This week, David continues his streak on what he insists is his fourth of seven consecutive weeks on the podcast, but Patches felt ill, so Katey and Da7e get the pleasure of pre-colonoscopy David. First, Da7e and David discuss Nir... more

This week, David continues his streak on what he insists is his third of seven consecutive weeks on the podcast, but Katey Rich had to be in Los Angeles for awards stuff. David and Patches listen to Da7e talk about Emerald Fennell’s very goopy “Wuthe... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 528 – Slow Xmas 5, Chainsaw Man: The Movie: Reze Arc, Hamnet (w/ Ben Hosley!)
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Jordan Hoffman
Podcast guest talking about film, giving humorous commentary and opinions.
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Henning Fog
Discussion participant relating experiences in the movie industry and personal thoughts.
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Liam Kisak
Listener and cinema aficionado sharing thoughts and experiences from film festivals.
Episode: 500 – Call-In Show 3

Hosts

David Ehrlich
Host and film critic with deep industry knowledge, often providing sharp, evaluative takes on cinema.
Katey Rich
Host with Hollywood insider perspective; known for evaluating industry trends and film culture.
Matt Patches
Editor/critic with wide-ranging interests from mainstream to cult media; known for bold, counterpoint-driven discussion.
Dave Gonzales
Co-host bringing conversational warmth and practical insights, often grounding debates with real-world contexts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • It’s a Great Podcast

    Big fan of film (ofc right) and I always value how many different perspectives the hosts bring to me. Started listening because I liked Ehrlich’s (shout out NJ) reviews a lot but have really grown to admire all of them as honest and (incredibly) intelligent journalists willing to stand on their beliefs. Anyways I’ll just end it by saying thank you for being there every week, updating me on important film news (and sometimes politics), and being some of the last bastions of real reporting in this... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener56rightnow
    United States7 days ago
  • The Real Deal

    This podcast doesn’t actually have a lot of fighting! You might want to know that if you’re thinking of subscribing. What this podcast DOES have is thoughtful discussion about the movies and TV of the day, and just the right amount of tangents into other parts of culture, like games and current events. David, Patches, Katey, and Da7e all have their own taste, and when they disagree they express it a healthy way and continue on with their friendship. That’s very admirable and makes for an impecca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sprite421
    United States16 days ago
  • More like Fighting in the LOCKER ROOM, am I right????

    I’ve loved this show for years (and written in before) but I needed to write a proper review in honor of last week’s episode. Ehrlich proclaiming “THE AMOUNT OF EXPLICIT GAY CONTENT I WATCH PROFESSIONALLY AND PERSONALLY—-“ and Patches yelling “THE GAY THING IS NOT GONNA BOTHER ME…PLAY BACK THE CLIPS WHERE IM DEEPLY HOMOPHPBIC ON MIC THAT YOU BELIEVE I’LL BE TURNED OFF BY THE GAY ROMANCE ON HEATED RIVALRY” sent me into a cackling fit on the train. What other podcast will offer you this kind of co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgan Barnes Ward
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mona Lisa Snap

    Like many others, I discovered this podcast via Blank Check and have grown to love it equally.

    About two years ago, there was a discussion that somehow ended in Matt yelling, “What about the Mona Lisa?” and ever since then, I’ve been meaning to write this, but have finally been prompted to open this app that I don’t listen to podcasts on, because I do want to be review 1000!

    There is not just an answer to your question, Matt , but a seminal text of art criticism and cultural theory by John Be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aaron Taylor Harvey
    United Statesa month ago
  • Sorry, unsubscribing.

    Opening your mouth to call Sinners “trash” is telling on yourself and also the last minute I listen to this.

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    United States2 months ago

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Diverse perspectives keep debates lively and insightful.
Smart, nuanced takes with great host rapport.
Lively, spoiler-free analysis paired with culture commentary.
Consistently thoughtful and entertaining, with strong industry knowledge.
Criticism is balanced; hosts clash respectfully, making discussions engaging.

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533 – Sundance Report 2026, Heated Rivalry Conclusion, The Secret Agent
Q: Was it really as much of a bummer of a Sundance as it seemed from afar?
No, it's far from being a total disappointment, but this year had a lot of lackluster entries compared to previous editions.
Live From The 48th Denver Film Festival
Q: How do you guys take criticism?
It's about building trust with the audience and understanding their feedback to improve future programming.
523 – Ne Zha II, K-Pop Demon Hunters in a theater, Highest 2 Lowest
Q: How does the film industry respond to animated films and what does this mean for audiences?
The discussion highlights how animators and producers are trying to bridge cultural gaps, with hopes that successful examples like Ne Zha II can catalyze greater appreciation and interest in animated features among Western audiences, especially children.
523 – Ne Zha II, K-Pop Demon Hunters in a theater, Highest 2 Lowest
Q: What are your thoughts on Ne Zha II and K-Pop Demon Hunters?
The hosts express a mix of nostalgia for classic animated films and excitement for how Ne Zha II blends Chinese mythological elements into a blockbuster format, while they praise the engaging performances in K-Pop Demon Hunters and critique the decision to initially sideline it in theaters.
Two Daves Talk F1 and Jurassic World Rebirth
Q: David, you are president of Universal. Jurassic Park might be dead. What do you do with it?
Scale down the franchise and focus on a story that emphasizes the relationship between humans and dinosaurs, making the danger emotionally compelling.

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A lively, opinionated panel discusses film and culture with a sharp mix of cinephile rigor and pop culture humor. Across recent episodes, the group weighs current releases, franchise histories, and industry shifts, often weaving in politics, media criticism, and personal anecdotes. The show stands out for its four-host dynamic, clear rapport, and willingness to challenge conventional takes, making it a go-to for listeners who want smart, informal discourse about movies, TV, and the broader cultural landscape.

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