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The Final Verdict

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Welcome to The Final Verdict, your smart, cinematic review companion for everything from prestige dramas to popcorn blockbusters. Hosted by John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob, this podcast dives deep into the latest in film and television, offering bold insights, sharp takes, and — most importantly — final judgments.

Whether it’s an under-the-radar indie or the hottest new streaming series, we break it down and tell you what’s worth your time.
Stream it, skip it, or savor it — we decide.

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In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Peacemaker: Season 2 (Episode 4).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episode and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 15 minute mark.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we give our thoughts on Bad Bunny’s halftime concert during Super Bowl LX. We discuss what we liked and what we didn’t like, as well as all the reactions on social media. We also discuss the best and worst commercials during the game, as well as the new trailers that were released. We also make our predictions on who will perform at next year's Super Bowl. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob. Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok. All can be found in our Linktree in the bio. Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.#fyp #foryou #viral #viralvideo #viralshort #movie #movies #tv #tvshow #tvseries #television #trailers #finalverdict #review #moviereview #tvreview #badbunny #halftimeshow #odyssey #minions #toystory5 #mandalorian #disclosureday #supergirl
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Fallout Season 2 (episodes 6 - 8).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episodes and then give our final verdict and recommendation for the whole season.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 15 minute mark.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Wonder Man.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the series and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 17 minute mark.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we give our reaction to the 2026 Grammy Awards.  We discussed who won, who was snubbed, and some of our favorite performances.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a spoiler-free review of the movie: Iron Lung.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the movie and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 23 minute mark. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a spoiler-free review of the movie: Mercy.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the movie and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 21 minute mark. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we give our spoiler-free recommendations for three new movies: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (only in theaters), and the Netflix movies The Rip and People We Meet on Vacation.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about each movie and then give our final verdicts of each.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Fallout Season 2 (Episodes 1 - 5).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episodes and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 21 minute mark.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
Our Top 10 TV Shows of 2025

Our Top 10 TV Shows of 2025

2026-01-0401:04:05

In this episode, we give our separate lists of our top 10 TV series of 2025.  We discuss the grades that we gave each show and explain why certain shows are above others.  If you want to hear our full reviews for most shows we mention, go back to previous episodes of The Final Verdict to hear our thoughts.  We also give our individual top music albums of 2025 at the end of the episode.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content. 
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Stranger Things Season 5 (the finale).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episode and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 20 minute mark.  After the spoiler section, we give our final grade for season 5 and our final thoughts on Stranger Things as a whole.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob, as well as guest speaker Jimmy McGrody.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
Our Top 10 Movies of 2025

Our Top 10 Movies of 2025

2025-12-3101:13:08

In this episode, we give our separate lists of our top ten movies of 2025.  We discuss the grades that we gave each movie and explain why certain movies are above others.  We also say what our worst movie, most surprising movie, and most disappointing movie of 2025 were as well.  If you want to hear our full reviews for most movies we mention, go back to previous episodes of The Final Verdict to hear our thoughts.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we predict what will happen in the season finale of Stranger Things Season 5.  We attempt to guess what will happen, who will live, who will die, and what mysteries will be revealed.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Stranger Things Season 5 (Episodes 5-7).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episodes and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 15 minute mark.  (Disclaimer: we recorded this episode around 1 AM, so we were a little bit tired. There will be a follow-up episode next week). This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we first predict what will happen in volume 2 of Stranger Things Season 5.  We discuss the new trailers that were shown before Avatar: Fire and Ash, such as Avengers Doomsday, The Odyssey, and more.  We also discuss our most anticipated movies of 2026 such as Spider-Man Brand New Day, Dune Part 3, and more.  (Disclaimer: there are some mild Avatar: Fire and Ash spoilers from the 18 minute mark to the 24 minute mark).  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a spoiler-free review of the movie: Avatar: Fire and Ash.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the movie and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 32 minute mark. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: It: Welcome to Derry (Episodes 5-8).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episodes and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 9 minute mark.  This episode features podcast member John Dodaro.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a spoiler-free review of the movie: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the movie and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 22 minute mark. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a spoiler-free review of the movie: Five Nights at Freddy's 2.  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the movie and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 19 minute mark. This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
In this episode, we begin by giving a non-spoiler review of the tv series: Stranger Things Season 5 (Episodes 1-4).  We discuss what we liked and didn’t like about the episodes and then give our final verdict and recommendation.  We continue the episode with a spoiler discussion, which begins around the 13 minute mark.  At the end of the episode, we predict what will happen in episodes 5-7.  This episode features podcast members John Dodaro and Carlin Jacob, as well as guest speaker Jimmy McGrody.  Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok.  All can be found in our Linktree in the bio.  Follow Inside The Dome for our sports content.
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