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The FliteCast

Ray Smith
Superman
James Gunn
X-Men
Furiosa
Star Wars
Mad Max
Rebel Moon
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
The Acolyte
Marvel
X-Men '97
Doctor Who
The Fall Guy
Mad Max Franchise
Nickelodeon
Chris Pratt
Fantastic Four
The Boys
Marvel Cinematic Universe
X-Men: the Animated Series

A place where opinions aren't right or wrong, and where we can agree or disagree about movies, TV, and other assorted media, because it's all subjective.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes303Founded6 years ago
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TV ReviewsTV & FilmFilm Reviews

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Latest Episodes

My spoiler-free thoughts on the latest Super Mario movie from Illumination, on my way home from the theater. Is it better than the first one, or do I actually agree with the hellsite critics?

My honest, spoiler-free thoughts on Project Hail Mary, and why it might have been a good idea to put REDACTED in the trailers after all.

Is Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1 the best first season of a Star Trek show in history? I break down why that might be the case, share my spoilery thoughts on the show itself, and why it's time for the close-minded Trekkies to seriously stop t... more

The first VIDEO and audio episode of THE FLITECAST catches up on the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal and reaction to the first trailer for Lanterns from DC Studios!

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Ray
Host of a podcast that focuses on positive and subjective reviews of media. Engages with audience feedback and discusses various aspects of pop culture.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Where’s my $2,000?

    Ray Smith owes me money. This is not subjective. Please make efforts to pay me back immediately.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mittenbrewed
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is rough

    Podcast is just a hypocritical holier than thou guy that likes the sound of his own voice

    He’s chronically online. Someone help him

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DeafTaylorSwift
    Canada2 years ago
  • DO NOT PRESS PLAY ON THIS TRASH

    I don’t think this guy actually watches sports. What an absolute joke. Save yourself time and prevent yourself from being dumber. I would rather listen to nails on a chalk board for an hour straight than spend another 5 minutes listening to this garbage

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DBailey22
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Sportsball Show

    Great show, great topics. Ray definitely needs his own show on 97.1. If your a sports nut like me, you need to checkout his podcast!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dvidiot1
    United States4 years ago
  • U Should Have Your Own TV Talk Show

    Love listening to your takes on all your shows! From the DC Squadcast stuff to Flitecast stuff. Love the boldness and passion you convey with every take! Keep up the amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xcel King
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Reviewers frequently cite the show's insightful exploration of media narratives, praising its entertaining takes on films and series.
Listeners appreciate the show's positive approach towards pop culture, often noting the engaging discussions and passion exhibited by the host.
Some feedback indicates a desire for clearer critiques, with mixed opinions on the depth of analysis in certain episodes.

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FLITE CHAT 0074: October 25, 2025
Q: Will Batgirl ever see the light of day?
It relies on public demand matching the studios' content needs.
FLITE CHAT 0068: September 7, 2025
Q: Do you think we will see more Star Trek movies?
I think we're going to see Star Trek movies again, but I don't think they're going to be Kelvin.
FLITE CHAT 0068: September 7, 2025
Q: What are your thoughts on the upcoming Marvel Zombies series?
I wasn't too terribly interested in this, but after seeing the trailer, I'm hyped!
FLITE CHAT 0067: August 31, 2025
Q: So do any come to mind?
The speaker reflects on experiences with children's shows that made them feel sad or were emotionally manipulative.
FLITE CHAT 0058: June 22, 2025
Q: Do you think that John Hammond can be considered the villain of Jurassic Park? Or is he a well-intentioned but heavily misguided man?
I would probably lean towards the latter, well-intentioned but heavily misguided.

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Focused on the realm of pop culture, discussions center around movies, TV shows, comics, and other media. Episodes often incorporate listener feedback and interactive discussions while tackling various topics, including industry trends, character portrayals, and personal experiences related to fandom and creativity. The unique sentiment of the show is to approach criticisms and reviews with a positive and subjective lens, making it a refreshing take in a landscape often filled with negativity. Listeners can expect a blend of humor, deep dives into beloved franchises, and thoughtful discourse on representation and identity issues in entertainment.

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