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The Ringer-Verse

The Ringer
The Last Of Us
Star Wars
Fallout
A Knight Of the Seven Kingdoms
Andor
Marvel Cinematic Universe
House Of the Dragon
Game Of Thrones
Superman
The Boys
Nintendo
James Gunn
Marvel
Peacemaker
Fantastic Four
DC Universe
Ellie
Lucy
Video Games
Daredevil: Born Again

The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring: 'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week. 'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and company discuss the latest in the world of... more

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Ben, Jason Concepcion, and Jomi Adeniran rendezvous to break down the first official look at 'GTA VI' gameplay via Rockstar's Netflix release of footage from the long-awaited blockbuster. They discuss whether the trailer lived up to the hype, what th... more

For the Republic! Ben, Matt James, and Steve Ahlman review the new 'XCOM'-meets-'Star Wars' turn-based tactics game, 'Zero Company.' First, they react to announcements and trailers from Gamescom Opening Night Live, and share Matt's experience with Fr... more

The Boys are back, and they’re all in on ‘Lanterns.’ First, they discuss the potential of Hal Jordan’s powers; then, they speculate on who they think could be the Manhunter; and finally, they discuss how this show differs from the rest of the DC univ... more

Ben and Matt James deliver their hands-on impressions of failing to play FromSoftware's 'The Duskbloods' during a disastrous network test, then react to recent news: fresh 'Grand Theft Auto VI' leaks, another live-service snafu for Sony in 'Horizon H... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Carpenter
Gaming reporter and journalist
Aftermath/Kotaku/Polygon etc.
Episode: 'GTA' Leaks, Copycat Clones, and How to Get Back Into Gaming | Button Mash
Liam McIntyre
Actor portraying Logan/Wolverine in the preview
Insomniac Wolverine project
Episode: 'Marvel's Wolverine' and 'Star Wars Zero Company' Hands-On Previews | Button Mash
Rob Liefeld
Creator of Deadpool and Cable; co-founder of Image Comics
Image Comics / Marvel
Episode: 'X-Men ’97' Season 2 Finale Instant Reactions, Plus Rob Liefeld! | Midnight Boys
Ryan Linkof
Senior Curator and Head of Film Programs at The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
Episode: The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Jack Quaid
Actor portraying Superman in the panel discussions
DC animation cast
Episode: ‘My Adventures With Superman’ at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Cody Ziglar
Writer on She-Hulk, Rick and Morty, Futurama; announced as new Static Shock writer
DC Comics (Static Shock), TV writing for She-Hulk, Rick and Morty, Futurama
Episode: Robert Kirkman and Cody Ziglar at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Robert Kirkman
Creator of Invincible and The Walking Dead; writer/producer
Image Comics (creator), TV/film producer
Episode: Robert Kirkman and Cody Ziglar at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Steve Ahlman
Senior Audio Producer, Valve hardware enthusiast
The Ringer
Episode: 'Halo: Campaign Evolved,' 'Splatoon Raiders,' and Steam Machine Reactions | Button Mash
Giovanni Colantonio
Polygon editor-at-large
Polygon
Episode: Gaming's First-Half Highlights and Second-Half Hype | Button Mash

Hosts

Steve Ahlman
Host and contributor with roles at The Ringer-Verse; main host in The Ringer-Verse and crossovers with The Midnight Boys.
Jomi Adeniran
Host and explainer; also a co-host on The Midnight Boys.
Van Lathan
Host of The Midnight Boys; regular panel presence and on-air contributor across shows.
Charles Holmes
Co-host on The Midnight Boys; host within The Ringer-Verse crossovers; known for strong takes and discussion on nerd culture.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 9.3k ratings
  • Eh

    27 minutes in. Get to the recap already!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jusadonis
    United Statesa month ago
  • Put button-mash in its own feed

    So I can stop listening to these wet-blanket midnight boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ryan Up North
    Canadaa month ago
  • They’ve lost the plot

    I feel like they have completely lost the plot on what these podcasts should be. I barely listen anymore because of this, but I listened to the Doomsday trailer podcast for some insane reason expecting actual talk about theories and what they think might happen and the actual breakdown of the trailer. Instead you get someone who knows nothing about CGI critiquing CGI, and Charles talking about how he doesn’t “feel” anything on a 2 minute trailer. That’s not what I listen to these for. Talk about... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    LarrytheNetflixguy
    United Statesa month ago
  • War of lore idea.

    Richard Belzer as Detective Munch. He plays the same character in 9 shows. One is revealed to all take place in a child’s mind. The incidental lore is different but deep. It gets even weirder if you include his talk show where Hulk Hogan choked him out live on stage.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I didn't do it boy.
    United States2 months ago
  • Here for the takes and the poetry 😊

    I rarely miss a show and if I do it’s because I’ve watched it on YouTube. Thanks, y’all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    funnyface97
    United States2 months ago

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Overall engagement is high when guests bring concrete insights or nostalgia for legacy properties.
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Some listeners want deeper theory and focus away from off-topic commentary.
Strong recs and insider takes are a standout; audience appreciates guest variety.
Energetic and chemistry-rich banter, but can be loud and talk over each other at times.

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'GTA' Leaks, Copycat Clones, and How to Get Back Into Gaming | Button Mash
Q: What caused you to come back to gaming after your long hiatus?
For me, it was a combination of family demand, renewed interest from my daughters, and sightings of incredibly high-quality modern games that finally made it feel feasible to return. The Steam Deck was the tipping point, giving me portable access and motivation to re-engage with titles I'd missed, and realizing that the open-world space had matured enough to be rewarding again.
'X-Men ’97' Season 2 Finale Instant Reactions, Plus Rob Liefeld! | Midnight Boys
Q: What did you think of X-Men 97 season 2 finale compared to season 1?
The panel felt the finale was solid with strong character moments, though it didn't quite reach the peak of season 1; the pacing and Gambit/Apocalypse threads were points of contention.
‘My Adventures With Superman’ at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Q: Is there progress toward a fourth season and what would you want to explore?
The team discusses keeping doors open for a potential fourth season, focusing on character development, motivations, and the lifecycles of relationships while ensuring a satisfying ending if the show ends this season.
‘My Adventures With Superman’ at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Q: How do influences from anime and classic films shape the show's direction?
They describe sampling and remixing influences like Terminator and Sailor Moon to craft new takes while staying true to character personalities and story arcs.
‘My Adventures With Superman’ at Comic-Con 2026 | The Midnight Boys
Q: What has been the most challenging part of this season's voice work?
The cast explains that keeping Jimmy Olsen's emotional arc coherent while delivering high-energy, dynamic scenes is tough, requiring pitch adjustments and deep emotional resonance without sacrificing consistency.

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A panel-focused show mixes deep dives and rapid-fire reactions across nerd culture, with frequent guests from comics, animation, and gaming. Conversations swing between breakdowns of current releases and insider perspectives on creation, casting, and industry strategy, all delivered with energetic banter and strong personality dynamics. Notable strengths include a recurring ensemble that spans creators, actors, and curators, plus cross-format guests that bring hands-on experience and historical context to ongoing franchises. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy nerd culture discourse delivered with humor, chemistry, and candid industry observations, especially around DC/Marvel properties, video games, and animation, often wi... more

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1. Nicole Carpenter
2. Liam McIntyre
3. Rob Liefeld
4. Ryan Linkof
5. Jack Quaid
6. Cody Ziglar
7. Robert Kirkman
8. Steve Ahlman

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