Kneel Before Pod
Kneel Before Pod is a podcast from Kneel Before Blog where the hosts gather around a virtual campfire to talk about the things they love. The show is a relaxed, conversational series about pop culture and personal passions. Each episode features friendly discussions and shared enthusiasm for movies, TV, games, and more. It's like sitting in on a chat among friends.
Episodes
Road To Doomsday - X-Men (330)
Avengers: Doomsday is coming and Kneel Before Pod begins its journey down the Road To Doomsday by looking back at the earliest introductions of the key players. The journey opens with 2000’s X‑Men, often seen as the start of the modern superhero era. The conversation covers adaptation choices, prejudice and the Punch Dimension.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We A
Star Trek 60th Anniversary Special (329)
For Star Trek’s 60th, Kneel Before Pod teams up for a special crossover with We Are Starfleet, sharing what the franchise means to us before diving into a writers’ room challenge to create a new pilot from random elements.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and
August 2026 News Round-Up (328)
August is over and Kneel Before Pod breaks down the news and trailers as is the tradition. The conversation covers Marvel's future, Ghostwriters, Ghost Riders and Ryan Gosling's signature jackets.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Bl
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (327)
Peter Parker returns but nobody remembers him in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Kneel Before Pod breaks down the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe entry. The conversation covers loneliness, self-sufficient superheroes and Ninja employment.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday bet
July 2026 News Round-Up (326)
July is over and Kneel Before Pod breaks down the news and trailers in that month. The conversation covers the state of franchises, kids in danger and learning the wrong lessons from success.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloudShow NotesTV ReviewsCr
Spider-Man '94: Daredevil Team-Up (325)
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is on the horizon, and Kneel Before Pod is getting prepared with episodes exploring other versions of the stories the film might be adapting. The second episode revisits the 1994 animated episodes that feature Daredevil as we suspect he'll be in the film. The conversation covers cycles of bad fathers, secret identity shenanigans and incredible one liners.FeaturingCrai
Supergirl (324)
James Gunn's DC Universe continues with Craig Gillespie's Supergirl and Kneel Before Pod is here to break it down. The conversation covers adaptation, the film's impressive grimness and the death of superhero movies.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Darren Mooney – words can be read Second Wind Group or
June 2026 News Round-Up (323)
The year is half done and Kneel Before Pod covers the news and trailers from June. The conversation covers original ideas, new voices and the death of franchises.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Izaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram and his writing InstagramChris Mackrell can also be found on a
Spider-Man '94 - The Mutation Saga (322)
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is on the horizon, and Kneel Before Pod is getting prepared with episodes exploring other versions of the stories the film might be adapting. The first revisits the 1994 animated episodes that, in what can only be described as a remarkable coincidence, also involve Peter mutating and the Punisher appearing. The conversation covers storytelling pace, trusting the audience
May 2026 News Round-Up (321)
May is over and Kneel Before Pod brings you the usual news and trailers coverage. The conversation covers baffling spinoffs, strange revivals and sexy projects.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are StarfleetKat Kourbeti can be found hereShow NotesMovie ReviewsCraig’s review of SupermanCraig's review of BumblebeeCraig's review of Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Am
2026 Star Wars Day Special - Star Wars: Rebels Premiere (320)
May the fourth be with you all on another Star Wars Day. This year we discuss the premiere of Star Wars: Rebels; "Spark of Rebellion" Part 1 and Part 2. The conversation covers authentic Star Wars, found family dynamics and resisting fascism.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast networkAngus Ballantine can be found
April 2026 News Round-Up (319)
April is behind us and May has begun but we won't forget the news and trailers that April brought us. The conversation covers revived projects, franchise continuations and the style at the time.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network.Andrew Marshall’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website.Show
2026 Alien Day Special - Alien Earth Season 1 (318)
Alien Day -4/26 or April 26th- is once again upon us and Kneel Before Pod celebrates by discussing the franchise's first voyage into the world of television; Alien: Earth season 1. The conversation covers expanding the universe, arrested development and evil billionaires.FeaturingAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloudCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site
2026 First Contact Day Special - Star Trek III: The Search For Spock (317)
First Contact Day has come around again. It's only 37 years until the big day and to celebrate we cover the middle of the loose trilogy; Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. The conversation covers missed operatic opportunities, the film's influence on the franchise and civilian costuming in Star Trek.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on th
March 2026 News Round-Up (316)
March is behind us and the news cycle continued as always so we break it down. The conversation covers Henry Cavill not being James Bond, non announcements and half naked influencers.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Izaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky or InstagramBo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1 (315)
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has completed its first season so Kneel Before Pod takes the class and breaks it down in immense detail. The conversation covers expanding the Star Trek universe, fanservice and whether to go full Riverdale.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Darren Mooney - words can be read Second Wind Group or his
Avengers: Age of Ultron (314)
Avengers: Age of Ultron recently celebrated its 10th anniversary so the Kneel Before Pod Avengers assemble to look back on the film. The conversation covers attempts at themes, consistency within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the aversion to endings and much more.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Aaron Billingham can be found
January 2026 News Round-Up (313)
January, also known as the longest month of the year, is over and Kneel Before Pod closes it off by discussing the news and trailers that came our way. The conversation covers corporate shifts, respect for source material and getting paid to do nothing.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network.
Aaron Billingham can be
December 2025 News Round-Up (312)
Another year is in the rear view mirror but the news doesn't sleep during the festive period. The conversation covers more toy movies, Marvel's desperation and ScarJo as franchise catnip.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)
Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and period
Donor Special – The Secret of Nimh (311)
Kneel Before Pod brings you the second donor requested episode. Donor and superfan Violet Hammond requested we go back to her childhood and discuss Don Bluth’s 1982 classic The Secret of Nimh. The conversation covers taking on Disney, attempted hero’s journeys and the necessity of magical amulets.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast n
Christmas Movie Writer's Room 2025 (310)
Merry Christmas from all of us here at Kneel Before Blog. For this year’s Christmas Special, we have formed another writer’s room to come up with a future Christmas classic. This year, our writers are tasked with crafting a post-apocalyptic Christmas blockbuster where Santa is one of the few survivors of an apocalypse and works to free the world of the tyranny of a sentient Christmas toy. Geoffrey
Batman Forever (309)
Kneel Before Pod gets a MovieVersaries flavour and commemorates the 30th anniversary of Batman Forever. The conversation covers the changing face of superhero movies, merchandising and sanctioning Jim Carrey's buffoonery.
Featuring
Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network
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November 2025 News Round-Up (308)
November 2025 is over and the festive season is upon us but before that we take care of the business of discussing the news and trailers revealed during the month. The conversation covers more revivals, the return of the romcom and repressed frolicking desire.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)
Angus Ballantine can be found
October 2025 News Round-Up (307)
October is over and the news cycle continues to turn. The conversation covers horror concepts, unnecessary adaptations and the joy of Netflix Christmas.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)
Kat Kourbeti can be found here.
Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodica
2025 Halloween Special: Halloween (1978) & Halloween (2007) (306)
Spooky season is in full swing and Kneel Before Pod resurrects the Halloween special. This year we compare and contrast John Carpenter's 1978 classic Halloween with its 2007 remake by Rob Zombie. We discuss setting the standard, directorial artistry and being scared.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network.
Angus Bal
Interview with Dean Redman
Recently Craig had the pleasure of talking to actor Dean Redman, who recently guest starred in the first episode of Boston Blue. They discuss acting with CGI, meeting your heroes and the importance of recognising stunts.
Show Notes
Dean's IMDb
Dean's Twitter
Dean's Instagram
Craig's review of Warcraft: The Beginning
Craig's review of War for the Planet of the Apes
Craig's interview with Sudz Sut
September 2025 News Round-Up (305)
September has ended and Kneel Before Pod brings you a breakdown of the news and trailers from that month. The conversation covers returning to wells, Star Wars back in theatres and recasting Stallone.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)
Izaak Stoakes – Twitter, BlueSky or Instagram
Show Notes
TV Reviews
Craig’s reviews of
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 (304)
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds completed its third season and Kneel Before Pod boldly goes into a long discussion about the season. We cover priorities, prequel problems, reheated leftovers and much, much more.
Featuring
Craig McKenzie - here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)
Chris Mackrell - live Sundays 12 and 2pm GMT on Black Diamond FM and periodically
The Fantastic Four: First Steps (303)
Marvel steps outside the MCU with the debut of their first family in The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Kneel Before Pod hops in a rocket ship to break it down. The conversation covers skipping origins, benevolent fascism and who gets a flying car.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a
July 2025 News Round-Up (302)
Another July comes to an end and Kneel Before Pod brings you the usual trailers and news discussion. The conversation covers the state of Star Trek, video game adaptations and pollution fighting superheroes.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew Marshall’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website.
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Superman (301)
James Gunn's take on the DC universe begins with Superman and Kneel Before Pod looks to the sky to see what they can say about it. The conversation covers comic book styled worlds, originality and Jimmy Olsen's womanising prowess.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site.
Show Not
300th Podcast Spectacular
Another milestone has been cleared. Kneel Before Pod is proud to bring you the 300th regular format podcast. To celebrate we did a live stream where most of the team appeared to play games and discuss a range of talking points while taking questions and comments from an active audience. We also discussed exciting plans for the future. Please enjoy the edited version and celebrate with us all over
June 2025 News Round-Up (299)
June 2025 is over and Kneel Before Pod brings you its customary round-up of the news and trailer highlights over the month. The conversation covers the return of the spoof, how to adapt video games and Muppetising movies.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundC
Doctor Who Series 2 (298)
Doctor Who recently completed its most recent season and Kneel Before Pod gathers in a fixed point to discuss it. The conversation covers the power of television and media, different outlooks on family and the complicated future the show now faces.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitt
Andor Season 2 (297)
Andor recently concludes its second and final season and Kneel Before Pod completes its journey through the show by having a detailed discussion about it. The conversation covers Cassian's role in galactic events, managing revolutions and the eternal question; What is Star Wars?
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Aaron Bi
May 2025 News Round-Up (296)
May is over and Kneel Before Pod brings you a discussion about the news and trailers dropped during that month. The conversation covers yet more revivals, video game adaptations and The Rock trying to be an actor.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree.
Show Notes
TV Revie
Thunderbolts* (295)
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues with Thunderbolts* and Kneel Before Pod assembled a reluctant team to discuss. it. The conversation covers addressing superhero fatigue in narrative, mental health and whether the MCU is back.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12
Interview with Alex Zahara
Recently Craig had the opportunity to chat to Alex Zahara, the actor playing Uncle Howard in the recently released Final Destination: Bloodlines. The conversation covers coming by acting work in the modern industry, rubbing elbows with A-listers and how to die on screen.
Show Notes
Alex's IMDb
Alex's Website
If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have
Interview with Carl Bessai and Vincent Gale
Recently, Craig has the pleasure of chatting to Carl Bessai, director of the upcoming movie Field Sketches and his lead actor Vincent Gale. The discussion covers deindustrialising film making, the film industry in general and a surprising amount of Seth Rogen.
Show Notes
Carl's IMDb
Carl's Instagram
The Raven West Films website
Raven West Films' Instagram
Vincent's IMDb
If you enjoyed what you
April 2025 News Round-Up (294)
April is over so Kneel Before Pod once again checks in on the news and trailers the month provided. The conversation covers Sydney Sweeney owning the video game adaptation market, the year of the Predator and sentient shoes.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm
2025 Star Wars Day Special - The Clone Wars - The Return of Darth Maul (293)
May the fourth be with you all on another Star Wars Day. This year we discuss the return of Darth Maul in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. We discuss season 4 episode 21 "Brothers", season 4 episode 22 "Revenge" and season 5 episode 1 "Revival". The conversation covers fan service, duplicitous talking snakes and spider leg rehabilitation.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are
2025 Alien Day Special - Alien: Romulus (292)
Alien Day -4/26 or April 26th- is once again upon us and Kneel Before Pod celebrates by discussing the 2024 entry into the canon, Fede Alvarez' Alien: Romulus. The conversation covers expanding the lore, fan service and Alien Wererabbits.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus can be found on this very site and over on
Interview with Paul Raschid
Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to director Paul Raschid, director of the upcoming interactive movie Hello Stranger and other interactive movies. The conversation covers the evolution of interactive storytelling, how to plan different scenarios and the potential future of cinema screenings.
Show Notes
Craig's review of White Chamber
Paul's website
Paul's IMDb
Paul's BlueSky
Paul's Tw
Andor Season 1 (291)
Andor season 2 is very close to releasing so Kneel Before Pod opted to revisit season 1 and bring you an extended discussion about it. The conversation covers fascism, radicalisation and the eternal question - What is Star Wars?
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site.
Darren Moo
2025 First Contact Day Special - "Space Seed" and "The Wrath of Khan" (290)
38 years to go until the big day and Kneel Before Pod continues the annual coverage of Star Trek to celebrate. This year we return to Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan and pair it with Khan's introduction in the classic The Original Series episode "Space Seed". The conversation covers con/Khantext, how this would be approached in the modern day and Pete "Maverick" Mitchell sharing DNA with James T.
March 2025 News Round-Up (289)
March is over and Kneel Before Pod brings you a stripped down news episode. The conversation covers more reboots, concerns about franchising and the power of chairs in movie marketing.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter, BlueSky or Instagram.
Show Notes
Movie Reviews
Craig’s rev
Captain America: Brave New World (288)
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues with Anthony Mackie's first cinematic outing in the role of Captain America, Captain America: Brave New World and Kneel Before Pod restart the Avengers to discuss it. The conversation covers the current state of the MCU, getting political and justice for Sam Wilson.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Storie
February 2025 News Round-Up (287)
February is over but the news continues. Kneel Before Pod brings you a discussion of the news and trailers from February 2025. The conversation covers controversial entertainers, originality and Smurf versions of popular songs.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter. Angus Ballantine
Superman & Lois Season 4 (286)
Superman & Lois comes to an end and with it an era of TV that spanned 23 years so Kneel Before Pod was both obligated and delighted to cover it to give it the send-off it deserves. The conversation covers emotional gut punches, consistency of thematic storytelling and the end of a golden TV era.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podc
January 2025 News Round-Up (285)
January is finally over and Kneel Before Pod brings you the first 2025 news round-up. We cover video game adaptations, more unnecessary continuations and failing horror franchises.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Isa S-A can be found on Twitter, Inst
Interview with Millan Tesfazgi
Recently Craig had the pleasure of chatting with actress Millan Tesfazgi; she plays Sasha in the trilogy of Mary J. Blige-inspired Lifetime films Real Love, Strength of a Woman and Family Affair. The discussion covers building rapports on and off camera, acting as a therapeutic emotional release and swimming for work.
Show Notes
Millan's IMDb page
Millan's Instagram
If you enjoyed what you hea
December 2024 News Round-Up (284)
The year comes to an end but the news cycle rolls on. The conversation covers The Odyssey, young Spider-Man, Glen Powell's work ethic and more.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio.
Show Notes
TV Revi
Donor Special - The Dark Crystal & Labyrinth (283)
Kneel Before Pod brings you a very special episode requested by donor and superfan Violet Hammond. She tasked her chosen team with going back to her childhood to discuss two Jim Henson puppet movies, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. The conversation covers nostalgia, pertinent themes and David Bowie's codpiece.
Aaron can be found on this very site. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and
Christmas Movie Writer's Room 2024 (282)
Merry Christmas from all of us here at Kneel Before Blog. For this year's Christmas Special, we have formed another writer's room to come up with a future Christmas classic. This year, our writers are tasked with crafting a festive thriller/horror about a deadly game of Secret Santa at an office Christmas party. Lucy Hale leads an excellent cast as the employee of a company who finds herself fight
November 2024 News Round-Up (281)
November is over and Christmas looms but first there is news to discuss. The conversation covers Disney prequels, Tom Cruise's real name and Ridley Scott's work ethic.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree. Chris can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on
Interview with Natalie Moon
Recently Craig had the pleasure of chatting to actress Natalie Moon, fresh off her recent appearance in the final season of Superman & Lois. The discussion covers broadening horizons, working on different projects and the wide variety of British accents.
Show Notes
Natalie's website
Natalie's IMDb
Natalie's Instagram
Craig's review of Natalie's appearance on DC's Legends of Tomorrow
Craig's re
October 2024 News Round-Up (280)
October has ended, so it's time for another News Round-Up. The conversation covers werewolves, toy-to-movie adaptations, and justifiable sequels.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website.
Show Notes
TV Reviews
Craig's reviews of Star Trek: Picard season 3
Crai
Superman & Lois Season 3 (279)
Superman & Lois soon returns for its fourth and final season so Kneel Before Pod finally delivers its coverage on season 3. The conversation covers recalibrating after major life changes, complex villains and moving storytelling. A trigger warning for discussion about cancer applies.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network.
September 2024 News Round-Up (278)
September has ended so it's time to wake up Green Day and listen to the Kneel Before Pod news round-up. We talk half-musicals, repetitive sequels and life after Avatar for James Cameron.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site
August 2024 News Round-Up (277)
Summer is almost over but the news never stops. This month we discuss Disney's latest sequel plans, Taylor Swift's boyfriend in movies and whether it'll be a Kraven Christmas.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Kat Kourbetti can be found on Twitter an
Interview with Aaron Waltke
Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Star Trek: Prodigy co-executive producer and writer Aaron Waltke. The conversation covers the collaborative process of crafting the show, bringing Star Trek to a new audience and expanding the canon of the Star Trek universe.
Show Notes
Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Prodigy
Aaron's IMDb page
Aaron's Twitter
Aaron's Instagram
Aaron's Tumblr
The Star Tr
Interview with Erin McNamara
Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Star Trek: Prodigy writer Erin McNamara. The conversation covers the collaborative process of crafting the show, writing for a younger audience and expanding the canon of the Star Trek universe
Show Notes
Craig's reviews of Star Trek: Prodigy
Erin's IMDb page
Erin's Twitter
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Deadpool & Wolverine (276)
Deadpool & Wolverine have entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe -sort of- and Kneel Before Pod is here to break it down. The conversation covers off-limits jokes, fanservice and the rejection of God in modern cinema.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Darren Mooney’s words can be read on Second Wind Group or his websi
Interview with Meg Donnelly
Recently, Craig had the opportunity to chat to Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three Supergirl actor Meg Donnelly. The conversation covers connecting emotionally in the midst of such a massive event, her connection to the character of Supergirl and the different discipline that is voice acting.
Show Notes
Craig's review of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three
Meg's T
Interview with Elysia Rotaru
Recently, Craig had the opportunity to chat to Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three Black Canary actor Elysia Rotaru. The conversation covers what attracted her to the character, connecting emotionally in the midst of such a massive event and the different discipline that is voice acting.
Show Notes
Craig's review of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three
Elysia's web
July 2024 News Round-Up (275)
July 2024 is behind us but it left behind a legacy of news and trailers that will linger. The conversations cover the fixation on Dexter, Mark Wahlberg's comeback and Comic-Con confusion.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Chris Mackrell can also be fou
Interview with Jim Krieg
Recently, Craig had the opportunity to chat to Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three writer Jim Krieg. The conversation covers writing an epic event, appropriate fanservice and making necessary changes to the source material.
Show Notes
Craig's review of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Three
Jim’s IMDb
Jim’s Twitter
If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscrib
X-Men Origins: Wolverine (274)
Deadpool & Wolverine is almost upon us so Kneel Before Pod looks back as the last time Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman shared screen time as these characters...sort of. The conversation covers origin stories, Hugh Jackman's passion for the character and the messy X-Men movie continuity.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast networ
Doctor Who Series 1 (2024) (273)
Doctor Who recently completed its first series with Ncuti Gatwa in the lead role. We talk Russell T. Davies evolution as a writer/producer, fanservice and the complications of Doctor Who canon
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter.
Darren Mooney’s words can be read on Second Wind Gro
June 2024 News Round-Up (272)
June is over so it's time to reflect on trailers and news. The conversation covers the latest remakes, the latest prequels and the loss of the erotic thriller.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Izaak Stoakes can be found on his Twitter. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site. Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found
Star Trek: Discovery Season 5 (271)
Star Trek: Discovery's fifth and final season is over and Kneel Before Pod saw fit to see it off with a discussion about it. The conversation covers mystery, spirituality, fanservice and Discovery's place in the canon.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT l
May 2024 News Round-Up (270)
May is over but news never ends so our monthly round-up continues. The conversation covers missed theatrical opportunities, franchises scraping the barrel for content. and so many prequels.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Kat Kourbetti can be found
April 2024 News Round-Up (269)
April 2024 is over so it's time for Kneel Before Pod's news round-up. The conversation covers the effectiveness of trailers, milking properties and Glen Powell's star power
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site. Chris can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on
2024 Star Wars Day Special - The Clone Wars Movie (268)
Happy Star Wars Day to all who celebrate. This year's celebration moves into the animated side of the universe with 2008's Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The conversation covers introducing Ahsoka, the start of Tattooine being the centre of the galaxy and Ziro the Hutt.
Craig can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found
2024 Alien Day Special - Predator (267)
Alien Day -4/26 or April 26th- is once again upon us and Kneel Before Pod celebrates by moving into the Predator franchise with 1987's Predator. The conversation covers its quotability, its deceptive depth and where it sits in movie history.
Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Craig can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This
2024 First Contact Day Special - Star Trek: The Motion Picture (266)
39 years to go until the big day and Kneel Before Pod continues our annual coverage of Star Trek to celebrate. This year we cover Star Trek: The Motion Picture. The conversation covers Star Trek making the jump to the big screen, the potential loss of this sort of storytelling and pacing.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network
March 2024 News Round-Up (265)
March 2024 is behind us and as usual, Kneel Before Pod covers the news and trailers contained within. The conversation covers quantity over quality, guaranteed hits and awards paydays.
Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Kat Kourbetti can be found on Twitter and elsewhere under here. Bo Nicholson's projects can be found on
X-Men '97 Primer (264)
X-Men '97's release on Disney+ is imminent so we revisit the first three episodes of the 90s X-Men cartoon. The conversation covers our thoughts on the revival, themes in the original show and whether it still holds up.
Craig can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website.
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Interview with The Burning Season Cast and Crew
Recently, Craig had the opportunity to talk to writer/actor Jonas Chernick, actor Sara Canning, actor Christian Meer and director Sean Garrity about their new film The Burning Season which recently enjoyed its international premiere at the 2024 Glasgow Film Festival. The conversation covers writing and playing potentially unlikeable characters, telling a story in reverse and the joy of filming out
February 2024 News Round-Up (263)
February is over but not before dropping a lot of news and trailers to fuel our monthly discussion. The conversation covers learning the wrong lessons, unnecessary follow-ups, and too many Draculas
Craig can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the We Made This podcast network. Andrew’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website.
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