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

Katey, Matt, Da7e and David
Oscars
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Disney
Hollywood
Sundance Film Festival
K-Pop Demon Hunters
Netflix
Inside Out 2
Cannes Film Festival
Stephen King
Heated Rivalry
Venom: the Last Dance
Marvel
Twisters
Kung Fu Panda 4
Tom Hardy
The Life Of Chuck
Strange Darling
Better Man
Robbie Williams

The Film and Pop-Culture Podcast

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Latest Episodes

This week, the podcast has its four hosts again, at least for one segment on the first three episodes of HBO’s Lanterns. Then, after David has to run, Da7e tries to explain the new movie Onslaught to Katey and Patches, then all three remaining hosts ... more

This week, remaining podcast hosts Patches, Katey, and Da7e jump onto…Netflix…to watch…GTA VI….? What the hell was that? Then, Patches and Da7e debate just how big this game is going to be come November. Then, Katey has a sophisticate question for us... more

This week, we assure you David Ehrlich is returning to this podcast. In a return to some sort of format, you left reviews and sent e-mails but it still takes Katey, Patches, and Da7e a good 20 minutes to get started this week. When they do, Katey and... more

This week, David can’t make it, but we have three hosts and three movies to review. First, Patches and Da7e dig into the Netflix sci-fi trapped-in-your-house movie The Last House (Spoilers!). then, Patches and Da7e revive some Republic City Dispatch ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Patches
Editor-in-Chief of Polygon, invited guest
Polygon
Episode: 549 – A Bad Year For Console Gaming, Minions and Monsters, The Invite
Katey Dipold
Writer for film/TV, known for Ghostbusters remake involvement and Parks and Recreation
Episode: 546 – Getting Paid For Obsession, Ocarina of Time in 2026, Widow’s Bay
Matthew Reese
Actor, plays mayor in Widow's Bay
Episode: 546 – Getting Paid For Obsession, Ocarina of Time in 2026, Widow’s Bay
Katey Rich
Guest, journalist/critic
Episode: Kids in the Background (The Backrooms Trailer, Super Mario Galaxy)
David Ehrlich
Film critic for IndieWire
IndieWire
Episode: 540 – Sora is Dead, Toothpastes, Project Hail Mary
Ben Hosley
Creator of the Slow Xmas project
Slow Xmas
Episode: 528 – Slow Xmas 5, Chainsaw Man: The Movie: Reze Arc, Hamnet (w/ Ben Hosley!)
Matthew Campbell
Artistic Director of the Denver Film Festival
Denver Film Festival
Episode: Live From The 48th Denver Film Festival
Kevin Smith
CEO of the Denver Film Festival
Denver Film Festival
Episode: Live From The 48th Denver Film Festival
Chris Rosen
Professional podcaster from Gold Derby, providing insights on Oscar nominations and critiques.
Gold Derby
Episode: 500 – Call-In Show 3

Hosts

Katey Rich
Co-host and entertainment writer; frequent contributor to pop culture discourse and film reviews.
Matt Patches
Film critic and frequent panelist; known for bold takes and wide pop culture literacy.
Dave Gonzales
Host and film producer with industry insight and a knack for detailed discourse.
David Ehrlich
Critic and commentator; contributes sharp cultural analysis and film knowledge.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • the vibes are off

    Patches is on a truly epic run of evil takes. Yikes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Leftwithnocare
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Banter and Insights All Around

    Long time first time been listening since kino yadda yadda - I look forward to new releases because of the people and the wonderful friendships in constant display on the show. Everyone feels so genuine and authentic and the show comes across as a fun hang out sesh that still manages to retain a structure that works really well.

    My real question is will there be any sort of emergency Republic City Dispatch episode (it’s never left my feed) since a certain animated film has found its way online... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gary🐈🐈‍⬛
    United States5 months ago
  • The Honest Truth

    I regularly listen to precisely four movie podcasts. All of them include great host dynamics, and funny and insightful reviews. However, only two of the four feature hosts whose reviews I trust to be honest appraisals of the movies (the other two are somewhat corrupted by the fact that they do interviews with directors and stars). Anyway, FITWR is one of the honest ones! Good stuff, thanks for all the years of great content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aufgussmeister
    Canada5 months ago
  • Question for the crew!

    Hey guys, I wrote in a few months ago, but I had a big change in my life! I’m a film student at the University of Michigan and just got accepted into an internship in NYC over the summer at a film production company! I’m very excited, but I’m not that familiar with the city. I know David is a local, but I’m not sure how familiar the rest of you are with the city, especially recently. But I’m wondering what, as a film fan, are some essential things I have to do in the city while I have the opport... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark Skonieczny
    United States5 months ago
  • Colgate vs. Sensodyne

    Come for the media reviews, but stay for the toothpaste debates. Love this podcast because clearly nothing is off limits with this Fab Four of current media critiques. I’m with Katy, and you had me at Sensodyne.

    It’s a GREAT podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    benpost5
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of film analysis, nerd culture, and personal anecdotes; it feels like a hang with friends.
Some reviews mention strong opinions from Matt Patches and David Ehrlich; the dynamic can be polarizing but remains engaging.
The hosts have great rapport and offer thoughtful, honest reviews with engaging banter.

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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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Film- and pop-culture roundtable with four regulars who bring thoughtful criticism, playful banter, and deep dives into current releases, legacy franchises, and industry trends. Episodes frequently cover film and TV reviews, production trivia, festival chatter, and crossover topics across comics, gaming, and celebrity culture. Notably, the group blends sharp analysis with personable camaraderie, occasionally inviting guests or incorporating industry gossip and fan questions, making it a reliable weekly hang for cinephiles who enjoy nuanced debates and a healthy dose of humor.

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2. Katey Dipold
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7. Matthew Campbell
8. Kevin Smith

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