In this episode, Frank Lourence and Jonathan discuss the latest news in the geek world, including the ongoing filming of the new Superman movie in Cleveland and updates on the Fantastic Four set in the 1960s. The episode features an exclusive interview with AJ Locascio, the voice behind Gambit in X-Men '97 and Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games. AJ shares his experiences voicing iconic characters, insights into his career, and what it’s like being a part of the X-Men universe.

Timestamps and Topics:

• 00:00 Introduction and weekly roundup
• 00:14 Top 90s sequels and reboots discussion
• 03:30 Diego Luna and Rogue One characters in Andor Season 2
• 07:47 Superman filming updates and set photos
• 11:38 New Batman: Caped Crusader trailer and its nostalgic elements
• 14:01 Green Lantern series details and its True Detective-style approach
• 17:00 Marvel and DC universe discussions and the upcoming Fantastic Four movie set in the 1960s
• 20:34 Upcoming Godzilla and Kong movie and its MonsterVerse connection
• 23:00 Interview with AJ Locascio

Key Takeaways:

• Superman Filming: The new Superman movie is being filmed in Cleveland, embracing its Americana roots and featuring practical effects over CGI.
• Fantastic Four: The movie will be set in the 1960s in an alternate universe, leading up to Secret Wars to unify the multiverse.
• AJ Locascio's Insights: AJ talks about his passion for Gambit, the unique challenges of voice acting for video games vs. animation, and his love for the characters he portrays.
• Green Lantern Series: The upcoming series will be in the style of True Detective, focusing on a deep investigation led by Jon Stewart and Hal Jordan.

Memorable Quotes:

• AJ Locascio: “For me, I always jam. It’s always been my focus when I’d watch the show, but for other people to pick up on it, and for all the love, you know, Gambit love to come out has been wild.”
• Frank Lourence: “Superman is from Cleveland. This is actually where he was invented. So it's cool that this is kind of where they're bringing it back, you know, back to the origins.”

Guest Bio:

AJ Locascio is a talented voice actor known for his roles as Gambit in X-Men '97, Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games, and Prince Lotor in Voltron. With a background in both animation and video games, AJ brings a unique perspective to his characters, making him a beloved figure in the voice acting community.

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