Predator Badlands Review, Mummy Kpop Sequel, GTA 6 Delay, and ODPH's Ken Maney on Surviving Podcasting
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Frank and Jonathan kick off with announcements and a fun question of the week about sequels that outshine the originals. News hits include The Mummy's return with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, the 2029 plan for K-Pop Demon Hunters, and Grand Theft Auto VI shifting to November 19, 2026. Frank reviews Predator: Badlands and explains why it works for both Predator fans and sci-fi diehards. Then Ken Maney of the ODPH joins for a thoughtful conversation about podcasting in 2025, community, video vs audio, and practical advice for new and veteran creators.
Timestamps and Topics00:00 Welcome, intros, and what's ahead
00:13 Announcements: BlizzCon dates, SF Fan Expo plans, and Patreon holiday care packages
01:50 Question of the Week: Sequels better than the originals
06:24 News: The Mummy returns with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz
14:18 K-Pop Demon Hunters sequel targeting 2029, expectations and story threads
20:11 GTA 6 moves to November 19, 2026 and what that means for the industry
26:58 Review: Predator: Badlands (world-building, effects, performances, and that ending)
40:19 Interview: Ken Maney (ODPH) on origin stories, community, and staying power
1:21:00 Wrap up and ways to support
Sequels can outpace originals when they sharpen tone and character focus.
The Mummy's return works best if it leans into family-friendly adventure with practical set pieces.
K-Pop Demon Hunters has time to scale up music collabs and world-building, even with a long runway.
GTA 6's delay is a net positive if it delivers a polished launch and avoids crowding the release calendar.
Predator: Badlands thrives on a tight premise, clear character intent, and a mix of practical work with CG.
Podcasting longevity comes from community, consistency, and knowing your "why," not from chasing viral tricks.
Video helps some shows, but strong content and an audio-first workflow still carry a lot of weight.
New creators should focus on making the best episode they can today, then repeat. Veterans should reconnect with their original purpose to beat burnout.
"Be comfortable being uncomfortable. If you want to grow, you have to push yourself." — Ken Maney
"Everybody thinks they're a content creator until it's time to create content." — Ken Maney
"Don't worry about everybody else. Worry about your own house." — Ken Maney
"Predator: Badlands works because the intent is simple. Kill the monster. The rest builds from there." — Frank
"Delay GTA 6 if it means a cleaner launch. One bad week can sink a decade of goodwill." — Frank
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