After the Credits

Episode #130 - Deadpool & Wolverine

YumChunks — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 06:59:17 +0000

The multiverse is getting out of hand. It's just too much to keep track of. And we're tired. So very tired. So a pruning is in order. Variants and alternates need to go. The only thing that matters to keep this cast in tact is the anchor Chunk. So After the Credits will scour the void, with surprise cameos, Easter eggs, references and spoilers like: Longlegs, Robot Dreams, Kneecap, Monk, Comicon talk, breakfast chimichangas, and Trap! And with maximun effort we'll face off with versions of ourselves that like and dislike and hate and adore and criticize and flatter the latest Deadpool sequel, Deadpool & Wolverine. But which versions of ourselves are right? Did we love the irreverent self-aware humor and vulgar sensibiltiies, or did we feel it lacking in a few core story and structural elements? Does it matter? Can both things exist at the same time? Tune in for a madcap meandering conversation through the trash bin of the multiverse. 'Nuff said!

Chunkfire Stories - 05:40
Deadpool & Wolverine Summary - 31:56
Deadpool & Wolverine Discussion - 41:31

Episode #129 - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

YumChunks — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:30:50 +0000

To understand who they were, you have to go back to another time After the Credits. When the world was powered by the black Chunk. They built casts of straw. Gone now, swept away. Their hosts talked and talked and talked. But nothing could stem the avalanche. Their world crumbled. A whirlwind of looting, a firestorm of fear. Men began to feed on men. Without Chunk, they were nothing.

Only those mobile enough to scavenge from the remains of Civil War and Animal Well, brutal enough to pillage Babes and Mr. and Mrs. Smith, savage enough to devour I Saw the TV Glow and hot dogs, would survive. The wastelanders took over, ready to wage war for a Chunk. And in this maelstrom of decay, ordinary casts were battered and smashed. But arose YumChunks. In the roar of the mic, they talked about Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. And it was here, in this blighted place, that they learned to live again.

There's also some listener email. Okay byeeeeeee!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:15
Furiosa Summary - 22:25
Furiosa Discussion - 29:32
Listener Email - 01:12:36

Episode #128 - The Fall Guy

YumChunks — Fri, 10 May 2024 10:30:49 +0000

YumChunks knows how to take a hit. One blow after another. We can do a rough and tumble fall. We can handle a roll. Attach the squibs. Light us on fire. We've seen it all. The Fallout television series on Amazon. Monkey Man. Abigail. Even the most dangerous crazy stuff like anniversary showings of Episode I - The Phantom Menace. Without a safety net. So The Fall Guy is nothing we can't handle. The brand of action comedy, flirty romance, and weird meta self-awareness is in our wheelhouse. We can even do it blindfolded, backwards, and while reading listener emails. And after every bad movie, frustrating remake, or dangerous Google, we'll always give that thumbs up.

Bonus Math Problem
(Godzilla x Kong) / (Mothra + Rodan/Ghidorah) = ?

Chunkfire Stories - 05:44
The Fall Guy Summary - 32:14
The Fall Guy Discussion - 36:57
Listener Emails - 01:17:28

Episode #127 -Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire featuring Madam Web

YumChunks — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 01:00:40 +0000

YumChunks was on a podcast with Godzilla in the Amazon when they were researching movies right before they went off the air. What happened to them? All possibilities spin out before us. The web of stories only grows more enshrouded with each thread: the pet comedy Strays, the X-Men '97 animated revival series, a mysterious "dreamchunk". What does it all mean? How exactly is Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire supposed to be pronounced? Only the prophecy of the After the Credits tribe will reveal the truth. But not before an uncanny detour into Madam Web. These three spider-girls, and King Kong, and Ben Parker, and Jia, and Dan Stevens, and Bryan Cranston will rise together or fall alone. Their chunks connect them all.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:30
Madam Web Summary - 13:38
Madam Web Discussion - 16:05
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - 53:20
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - 59:15

Episode #126 - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

YumChunks — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 08:54:38 +0000

When there's something strange, in the neighborhood, who you gonna listen to? YumChunks! The guys strap on their proton cast, and get to bustin', in this After the Credits call. They trap an unruly discussion of Ricky Stanicky, get ectoplasm all over classic TV sitcom Frasier, and get possessed by Unicorn Overlord. But when an ancient threat to our world emerges, they have to cross their streams to talk about the sci-fi adventure comedy legacy reboo- er, legacy sequel... uuh, sequel rehash, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. The spectrometer nostalgic reading is off the charts! Can it capture the spectre of fun and humor from the original? or the previous one? or that one other one? You'll just have to answer the call to find out. Once again, Chunkin' makes us feel good!

(excerpts from this episode description may have been taken directly and wholy from previous episodes descriptions)

Chunkfire Stories - 01:48
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Summary - 18:20
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Discussion - 26:15

Episode #125 - Dune: Part Two (with Sam Stovold)

YumChunks — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 09:31:59 +0000

A beginning is a very delicate time. Know then, that it is the year 2024. In this time, the most precious substance in the Universe is the chunk melange. The chunk extends life. The chunk expands consciousness.

In this time, After the Credits casts for freedom. And the trials of the YumChunks are many. They welcome an offworlder, Sam Stovold, to guide them. But the signs are all there: the South Korean film Alienoid, the Sega Game Gear game Tazmania and the Search for the Sea Birds, HBO's True Detective: Night Country, and Final Fantasies- both Theatrerhythmed and Rebirthed.

The final test to claim the title Kwisatz Haderach and fulfill the prophecy is to discuss the much anticipated Dune: Part Two. Does this film live up to its epic pedigree and fulfill the 3 year promise of Part One? Or does it sift away like sand through the teeth of the Shai-Hulud? Only by listening will you find the answers. As well as lengthy chili/noodle discussions.

Once again, the chunk must flow, for he who controls the chunk controls the universe.

Chunkfire Stories - 03:10
Dune: Part Two Summary - 42:09
Dune: Part Two Discussion - 49:36

Episode #124 - The 2023 Chunky Awards

YumChunks — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:07:35 +0000

The YumChunks was a Youtube channel known for the show Korracast, circa 2012 - 2014. In 2018 the channel started the After the Credits podcast, discussing movies, television, and other forms of contemporary media. The podcast stopped production in 2023...

UNTIL NOW!

WE'RE BACK, BABY!

After months of soul searching, wandering in the proverbial desert, seeking answers- we've found them, in the form of our annual awards show year-end round up!

So listen in as we award 2023's best and brightest. Who's going to take home The Chunky? Things get wild (and a little chunky) at the craziest awards party this side of the Lowies. We have 8 months of content to squeeze into 2 hours, so sit back, relax, and enjoy. And Happy Leap Year 2024!

It's great to be back.

Episode #123 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

YumChunks — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 08:19:35 +0000

Action! Terror! Adventure! Chunks!

The glory of exploration and discovery await around every corner for YumChunks in this never before heard After the Credits podcast. But so does danger! Gasp at the horrors of 65, tremble at the mysterious Six live musical, and tempt fate with No Hard Feelings. But don't look away as ancient secrets are finally uncovered in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny! Power untold is hidden amongst the bones, but will it survive the curse of a legacy sequel? Or should it have stayed buried with the crystal skulls? Dare to find out? Only bravery and luck will see you out alive...

You listened to the podcast! Your path now leads to the Gates of Doom!

Chunkfire Stories - 03:27
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Summary - 27:41
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Discussion - 39:40

Episode #122 - Elemental (with Kev Young)

YumChunks — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 08:28:22 +0000

The world is veiled in darkness. The wind stops, the sea is wild, and the earth begins to rot. The listeners wait, their only hope, a prophecy... 'When the world is in darkness Three YumChunks will come...' After a long journey, three young podcasters arrive, each holding an OPINION. And so their podcast began. They felt overwhelmed by the great tasks destiny had placed upon them, discussing the new Final Fantasy XVI, season 2 of The Bear, and Past Lives. They did not know the true significance of the their mini discussion of Asteroid City, Nepalese documentaries, and moving to Santa Cruz. But luckily a special warrior of light, Kev Young, was there to accompany them on their journey. The time for their movie review had come.

The studio that once, long ago, shone with a light so brilliant. Pixar's latest animated feature, Elemental. Does this film live up to the legacy? Does the world building make any sense? Do the characters champion that light? Does the film have significant cultural, racial, and social implications that may not be fully intended? Do these rhetorical questions stretch the limit of this already loose connection to the four elemental crystals from Final Fantasy? The time to CAST off the veil of darkness and listen once more to the light is now...

Chunkfire Stories - 03:00
Elemental Summary - 28:02
Elemental Discussion - 34:07

Episode #121 - The Flash

YumChunks — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 08:07:36 +0000

YumChunks! Aah-Aah, Saviors of the universe!

After the Credits has to go back into the past. Go back and save the world. But entering the Chunk Force can have multiversal ramifications! Who knows what universe they're gonna end up in. A universe of live Cake shows. A universe of High on Life. A Universe of Universal Nintendo World. And a universe of... Japan... It doesn't have to make sense! But the darkest (Snyder)verse awaits as they attempt to fix the latest DC cinematic space-time anomaly, The Flash. References abound as the guys slurp up this plate of spaghetti and figure out if The Flash is the speedster Warner Bros. hopes it is, or if it phases out of theatres before you know it.

YumChunks! Aaah-Aaah, They'll save every one of us!

Chunkfire Stories - 03:10
The Flash Summary - 40:58
The Flash Discussion - 49:35
Listener Email - 02:03:22

Episode #120 - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

YumChunks — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 03:41:22 +0000

All right, let's do this one last time. Our name is YumChunks. We had a show about Legend of Korra and for years we've been the one and only After the Credits. We're pretty sure you know the rest. We talked about a bunch of movies, fell in love, talked about TV, and then talked about movies some more... and more and more and more.

Look, we're a podcast. We talk about Zelda cooking. We talk about Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, and Blackberry, and Fool's Paradise. We give you the Coachella 2023 rundown. We have an excellent theme song. So-so hosts. I mean, we've sounded worse. But after everything, we still love talking about Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Who wouldn't? So no matter how many hits we take, we always find a way to come back. There's only one YumChunks. And you're listening to them.

Chunkfire Stories - 03:45
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Summary - 39:31
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Discussion - 49:09

Episode #119 - The Little Mermaid

YumChunks — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:45:30 +0000

Listen to this stuff, isn't it neat?
Wouldn't you think our cast is complete?
Wouldn't you think we're the chunks
The chunks who have everything?

We've got Colombos and Shmigadoons a-plenty
We've got Zeldas and sandbags galore
You want I Think You Should Leave season 3?
We've got twenty
But who cares? No big deal
We want more

We want to be where the people are
We want to hear, want to hear 'em castin'
Talkin' about those
What do you call 'em? Oh, movies!

Flappin' your lips, you don't get too far
Live action remakes are required for makin money
The newest Disney one is out
Which one is it again? The Little Mermaid

Up where they chat, up where they cast
Up where they talk all day online
Castin' for free, wish we could be
Part of YumChunks

Chunkfire Stories - 04:38
The Little Mermaid Summary - 36:34
The Little Mermaid Discussion - 43:07

Episode #118 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

YumChunks — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 08:00:13 +0000

Charge your blasters and pack your zargnuts. We're on a mission to save this podcast, and nothing is gonna get in our way. We're gonna be exploring the weird television regions of The Jury, experimenting on the game The Last Clockwinder, and maybe having a few run-ins with some other big screen creatures like Air and Fast X. But our final destination is James Gunn's closing Marvel sci-fi adventure Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Does the third entry in this franchise continue the wacky fun, humor, and action the series is known for? Does it get darker, a bit more mature, and conclude the series on a high note? Is it even a conclusion? Jump on and strap in to find out on this episode of After the Credits!

We are Groot! (And YumChunks)

Chunkfire Stories - 04:29
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Summary - 29:50
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Discussion - 37:34
Listener Email - 01:52:34

Episode #117 - Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves and Renfield

YumChunks — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:29:28 +0000

You've gathered with your party around the Chunkfire to set off on an adventure. But which quest will you embark on? There are choices in front of you. Will you journey into a fantasy realm of magic and monsters, or will you brave the urban vampire depths? You prepare around the Chunkfire, telling old stories of Beau is Afraid, your culinary plans for Coachella, and equip yourself with the sturdiest VR gear. With two paths before you, you roll the dice-

After the Credits is doing a double feature! We couldn't decide which movie to talk about, so we just did both! The fantasy adventure/comedy based on the classic table top game, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, and the wacky vampire Nick Cage action romp, Renfield. We packed these 2 hours full of our opinions! But that's not all, cause a wonderful listener email prompts us to re-examine our Mario takes, as well as have a chunky discussion on critical discourse in general!

You roll a critical hit!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:20
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Summary - 19:23
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Discussion - 23:08
Renfield Summary - 01:02:26
Renfield Discussion - 01:07:50
Listener Email - 01:29:20

Episode #116 - The Super Mario Bros. Movie

YumChunks — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 08:44:03 +0000

Dear Listeners,

Please come to the cast. We've baked a cake for you.

Yours truly,

YumChunks

---

One day the kingdom of the peaceful YumChunk people was invaded by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a movie famous for its black magic. The quiet, peace-loving Chunk people were turned into mere podcasters, voices, and even field horsehair plants, and After the Credits fell into ruin.

The only one who can undo the magic spell on the Chunk People and return them to their normal selves is the Princess Chunkstool, the daughter of the Chunk King. Unfortunately she is presently in the hands of Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis, Netflix's Beef, and The Afterparty.

Ryan, Chewie, and Sean, the heros of the story (maybe) set out on a quest to analyze The Super Mario Bros. Movie, in the way that only three grown men discussing an animated kids movie can, and restore the fallen kingdom of YumChunks.

You are a listener! It's up to you to save this podcast! Thank you-a-so-much for listening to our episode!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:02
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Summary - 24:54
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Discussion - 33:50

Episode #115 - John Wick 4

YumChunks — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 08:44:53 +0000

What a beautiful night for a game. And YumChunks wants to play with you. With one man short in this episode of After the Credits, the Davis brothers are on a mission to take out the High Table. And they aren't going to let anything get in their way. Not even discussions of Inuyasha, In Cold Blood, Piranesi, Octopath Traveler 2, or Paradise Killer. All on the bloody path to their final confrontation with John Wick 4. Does this movie have the precision, finesse, and style to survive? How does it measure up against the other killers in the franchise? Which Davis brother can gush more about this film? Answers will be reigning down like bullets, so pull up your tuxedo collar and listen in, cause it's a deadly one.

Be seeing you.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:00
John Wick 4 Summary - 31:26
John Wick 4 Discussion - 40:10

Episode #114 - Shazam! Fury of the Gods

YumChunks — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 09:02:38 +0000

YumChunks!

Ultimate power

Mega podcast

Chunkfire stories of Scream VI, Stephen King, tangents about movie theatres and the film industry, and broth!

Hate or love this movie?

Uuh... uh, Uranus!

Neptune

K... uh, k... Krypton!

Shazam! Fury of the Gods

Chunkfire Stories - 10:54
Shazam! Fury of the Gods Summary - 41:40
Shazam! Fury of the Gods Discussion - 49:29

Episode #113 - Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

YumChunks — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 09:20:33 +0000

A secret world exists beneath ours. A hidden realm between the atoms, a strange world of wonder and chunks. You'll meet wacky beings and see breathtaking sights, but beware the YumChunks. Infinite versions of the YumChunks exist in every possible form. A version where they discuss The Last of Us game and TV show, a version where they talk about the film Cocaine Bear, And even a variant discussing Somebody I Used to Know. But for this episode, they will be shrinking themselves beyond measure and quantum tunneling into the latest MCU film, the debut of phase 5, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Does phase 5 start with a bang? Or with a whimper? Is it fun? Adventurous? Funny? All of these are true, and none of them are. After the Credits exists in multitudes. Join the multiverse and listen in- cause if there's one thing life has taught us, there's always room to cast.

Chunkfire Stories - 01:47
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Summary - 29:15
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Discussion - 38:37

Episode #112 - The 2022 Chunky Awards

YumChunks — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 09:23:00 +0000

Live from California, it's the 2022 Chunky Awards! With your hosts, Ryan Davis, Matt Chewiwie, and Sean Davis! The stars have come out to play tonight, as the coveted Chunky is on the line. And this year the judges have decided to mix things up with entirely new awards categories, many of which seem to be made up and make no sense. With a special appearance by Viola Davis! So join us as After the Credits looks back at all our favorites, least favorites, and everything in between from 2022. And we make our predictions for the upcoming Oscars. It's been a crazy year, now let's start the new one off right with the Chunkies! And the award for best listener goes to... YOU!!!

Episode #111 - Avatar: The Way of Water

YumChunks — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:25:00 +0000

Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when the Fire Navi attacked. Only the Avatar, master of all four elements, could stop them, but when the world needed him most, he vanished. Another year passed and YumChunks continued a podcast named After the Credits. And although their casting skills are great, they have a lot to learn before they're ready to start a Game Gear podcast, discuss the TNG episode Relics, or... stab someone with a Khukri dagger? But they ARE ready to talk about the epic James Cameron sequel, 13 years in the making, Avatar: The Way of Water. Is this 3+ hour behemoth a Pandora's box of visual effects that delivers on story as well? Or does it Unobtain anything beyond spectacle? We're not sure if we found those answers, but we believe YumChunks can save the world.

Chunkfire Stories - 01:30
Avatar: The Way of Water Summary - 24:12
Avatar: The Way of Water Discussion - 31:36

Episode #110 - Andor (with Brian Rudloff and Sam Stovold)

YumChunks — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 10:53:00 +0000

Are we just out for ourselves, or the greater Chunk cause? We'll have to band together for this lengthy Holiday episode of After the Credits. But thankfully the YumChunks won't be fighting alone, because we are joined by our best star friends, from the Marvel Star Wars Explorers podcast, Brian Rudloff and Sam Stovold! With our forces united, we can finally hit the Empire where it hurts- in our lengthy discussions of Mario + Rabbids: Spark of Hope, The Fabelmans, Sputnik Sweetheart, Nando's, and Nepalese scarves. But our ultimate mission means taking on the latest Star Wars show on Disney+, Andor. How much do we love this show? A lot. A lot a lot. It's basically just us gushing for 3 hours. But stars will you have fun listening in on us rave about all the characters, details, sights, and sounds, of this amazing television experience. May the force be with you and Happy Holidays!

https://marvelstarwarsexplorers.com/

Chunkfire Stories - 02:56
Andor Summary - 46:54
Andor Discussion - 51:18

Episode #109 - Strange World

YumChunks — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:31:00 +0000

Adventure! Discovery! Chunks! Join us as we answer the call of the wild and chart unexplored regions and cast into the great unknown! The YumChunks expeditionary force is prepared for danger and mystery around every turn. Our intrepid band of explorers have gathered their gear and said their goodbyes to loved ones as they embark on the latest After the Credits. Their journey will take them through the mired wilds of Violent Night, the stunning vistas of Wednesday, and the darkened glenns of The Menu. Along the way they'll be aided by a surprise benefactor in the form of early Christmas presents: Sonic Frontiers, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Dwarf Fortress. But will they survive to reach their ultimate destination and discover Strange World! Is the latest Disney Animation Studios film a revelatory find for the ages? Answer the cast of adventure and listen in to find out!

Marvel Star Wars Explorers script table read of Star Wars: Episode IX: Duel of the Fates

https://marvelstarwarsexplorers.com/episode-ix-duel-of-the-fates-script-table-read

Chunkfire Stories - 01:05
Strange World Summary - 32:06
Strange World Discussion - 40:29

Episode #108 - She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

YumChunks — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:15:00 +0000

Your Honor, over the course of this trial, you will find that YumChunks wasted the time of multiple listeners, acted in direct conflict of the general welfare of humanity, and continued to discuss various musings and opinions on live theatre, Russian Doll, Glass Onion, and 2022 holiday additions Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, Spirited, and A Christmas Story Christmas. And to top it all off, there is ample evidence that explicitly shows they discussed, at length, the Disney+ MCU show, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Did they enjoy the sitcom-y vibes and 4th wall breaking tone? Did the procedural lawyer elements work for them? And what about that ending? Well, that is for the jury to decide. Please listen to all the evidence in this SMASHING episode of After the Credits and render your verdict. Objection! Overruled! And there may be exculpatory evidence in the form of an email! Order! Order! Order in the court!

We rest our case. Case closed.

Chunkfire Stories - 03:08
She-Hulk Summary - 27:47
She-Hulk Discussion - 35:00
Listener Email - 01:38:48

Episode #107 - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

YumChunks — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 00:04:00 +0000

YumChunks is the most powerful cast on Earth. And our path forward is of our choosing! Ruminate on the wonders of the glass blowing competition tv show Blown Away, the dark anthology of Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities, and the weird musical biopic of Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. But this phase of After the Credits comes to a close with their epic discussion of the much awaited sequel to the iconic Marvel blockbuster, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Blue fish people, a great ensemble cast, and some themes perhaps not fully explored, make up topics as the guys also clumsily navigate a discussion of the death of Chadwick Bossman and how it's manifested in the Black Panther follow up. It'll be just like listening to the wisdom of your ancestors in a prophetic vision. YumChunks Forever! YumChunks Forever! YumChunks Forever!

Chunkfire Stories - 01:52
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Summary - 27:26
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Discussion - 39:00

Episode #106 - Black Adam

YumChunks — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 03:24:00 +0000

We're no heroes. But we're also not villains. We are protectors? Or no wait, we're champions! But definitely not heroes. When we want to use our powers we just say the magic word- Sha-CHUNKS! No superhero league errr, society, can stop us. We throw down with discussions of the game Immortality, the Flanna-verse, Werewolf by Night, and anthropomorphic Rock figurines. Speaking of cold lifeless statues, we also discuss Black Adam, the new DCU superhero film. But wait, he's not a hero. Supervillain film...? He's not a villain either. What is heeee?! We definitely get to the bottom of it during this Halloween episode! And we even got an extra treat in the form of some chunky listener emails about our previous discussion of Nope! Just tell them YumChunks sent you.

Happy Halloween!

Chunkfire Stories - 03:26
Black Adam Summary - 39:13
Black Adam Discussion - 39:13
Listener Email - 01:43:40

Episode #105 - Nope

YumChunks — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 23:05:00 +0000

Welcome to the YumChunks' Claim. The rootin tootin'ist podcast in these here parts. Sit a spell at our ol' Chunkfire and listen to a tale or two about recent films Prey and Bullettrain. Or maybe head on over to the salloon and grab a drink and hear about the Netflix show The Sandman. And you might just find Chewie out yonder where you can catch up on all his recent Marvel thoughts. And you sure are gonna wanna stay tuned for the big show where the boys saddle up and try and wrangle the biggest film on this here episode of After the Credits, the new Jordan Peele flick, Nope. Can the boys handle this monster of a movie? They'll throw every trick they got to make sense of Gordy, Jean Jacket, and all your faves in the wildest cast in the wilderness! Su podcast es mi podcast!

Chunkfire Stories - 04:00
Nope Summary - 35:50
Nope Discussion - 44:55

Episode #104 - Back to the Future: The Musical

YumChunks — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 06:51:00 +0000

Dear Listeners,

If our calculations are correct, you will be listening to this episode of After the Credits immediately after you saw it show up in your feed. First, let us assure you that Chewie is alive and well. He's been touring Ireland, London, and Paris happily these past four weeks. He has been perfectly happy living in the fresh air and wide-open spaces. The luggage that he lost was recovered in London. However the amount of Nando Chicken involved has overloaded the casting circuits, and sent him and Ryan to London's West End. Unfortunately, Sean didn't make it.

We are perfectly happy here, discussing the Back to the Future: The Musical. We feared that changes to the film only risked further disruption of the source material. And we take care to talk about the original musical numbers and the songs from the film. We know that you will want to hear how the actors portray your favorites like Doc, Marty, George, and Biff. And we remember to go into detail about the amazing technical feets the production achives.

But we fear that this podcast only risks further disruption of the space-time continuum, so remember, after you listen, destroy this podcast! These are our wishes; please respect them and follow them.

And so Listeners, we now say farewell and wish you Godspeed. You've been good, kind, and loyal listeners, and you've made a real difference in our lives. We will always treasure our relationship and think on you with fond memories, warm feelings, and a special place in our hearts.

- Your friends in casting,

"YumChunks"

August 15, 2022

Matt's European Vacation - 03:00
Back to the Future: The Musical Discussion - 01:10:10

Episode #103 - Ms. Marvel

YumChunks — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:18:00 +0000

ChunkCon 2022 proudly presents an inside look at the ever-expanding world of YumChunks. Sit with casters Ryan and Sean Davis as they give an exclusive sneak peak at the latest episode of After the Credits. The guys reveal never before heard stories of their experiences from Comicon 2022! With special guests like William Shatner, Kevin Smith, Ben Stiller, Stephen Colbert, Keanu Reeves, and more! Hear about all the latest news out of the Con, as well as a run down of the coolest cosplay, exhibit hall explorations, and a panel by panel breakdown! And make sure to stick around for the always entertaining Q&A segment, where they take important questions from themselves about the latest MCU series on Disney+, Ms. Marvel. Is this show good? Do you like this show? What happened in this show? What didn't you like about this show? Can you read my script? And so on. It's the pop culture event of the season! And remember, the hall is not cleared between panels, so make sure to line up early! The Con is on!

Comicon Panels - 01:42
Comicon Floor - 43:17
Comicon News - 55:34
Ms. Marvel Summary - 01:05:00
Ms. Marvel Discussion - 01:16:01

Episode #102 - Thor: Love and Thunder (with Kev Young)

YumChunks — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 08:17:00 +0000

The Chunk gods are in danger! Throughout Castville, a dark presence is hunting caster gods, and it has made its way to the realm of After the Credits. And with Chewie once again away, how will Ryan and Sean survive? Surely someone will answer the call of the horns of Chunkgard. Kev Young the Almighty, from Reopening the Wormhole, is here to save us! We charge our divine Chunkfire with a pantheon of topics, from the Halo television series and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, to Jedi: Fallen Order and amazing new pictures of deep space. But then we call down the awesome power of thunder to crack open a massive discussion about the latest MCU flick, Taiki Waititi's Thor: Love and Thunder. Does this cosmic gonzo adventure live up to the legacy of Ragnarok, or does it chart its own path through the bifrost? Sit in on this godly round table as the guys discuss the highs and lows and determine if it's worthy to bear the name Thor. Eat our hammer!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:47
Thor: Love and Thunder Summary - 22:46
Thor: Love and Thunder Discussion - 31:15

Reopening the Wormhole - https://reopeningthewormhole.com/

Episode #101 - Moon Knight (with Aaron Ruiz)

YumChunks — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:13:00 +0000

We are the Avatars of an ancient power. It lives inside us, and awakens to podcast against evil. But the power of YumChunks is also terrible, and has sundered us into multiple personalities. Chewie has been separated. Gone to a far off land. But the Chunk has not abandoned us, it has sent us Aaron Ruiz to help us cast on this episode of After the Credits! Ryan and Sean catch up with Aaron as they discuss hidden personas and fogotten gods in From Software games, The Boys season 3, SDGQ, and Ryan's amazing adventures in Nepal. But the for the main event, the boys don their best suits as they ponder the psychological twists, the crazy action, and the uncanny vibe that is Marvel's Moon Knight. Does this unique series deliver on all its interesting promises and premises, or does it leave us a little hollow? It may be a few months late, but we kept blacking out and waking up in wacky situations, so it took a little longer.

Chunkfire Stories - 03:30
Moon Knight Summary - 35:11
Moon Knight Discussion - 45:27

Episode #100 - Oops! All Chunks Spectacular!

YumChunks — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:04:00 +0000

We made it to 100! Can you believe it?! Cause we can't! In this very special episode of After the Credits, the boys spill all their chunks. It's a Summer catch up extravaganza. All the movies, tv, and video games that have been piling up over the last few months finally get discussed. We have mini discussions of The Northman, Barry, Men, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, The Pentaverate, The Secrets of Dumbledore, The Lost City, 12 Minutes, The Outer Wilds, Lightyear, The Tainted Grail, and more! And Ryan takes us on an adventure across Europe, from London to Barcelona, Amsterdam to Paris, the food, the culture, the Sonic 2! Plus a chance to listen back at some of our treasured memories throughout the years as the boys select their favorite clips from past episodes (we're so so sorry). It's a trip down memory lane as we hit this major milestone. And to top it all off, we empty our mailbag with a few special foreign correspondances. 100 episodes of this? How did this happen?! You have only yourselves to blame.

We want to thank each and every one of you who have listened to our silly ramblings. We can't believe we've actually done 100 of these. We can't wait to discover what the next 100 have in store! Keep listening and we love you all!

Movies and TV - 03:13
Video Games - 46:56
Activities - 1:07:26
Ryan's European Vacation - 01:16:12
Listener Email - 02:12:20

Episode #99 - Jurassic World: Dominion

YumChunks — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 07:33:00 +0000

A dumb "podcast", huh? OK, try to imagine yourself in the Chunk Period. You get your first listen of this "movie review podcast" as you listen to the episode. It sounds like a podcast, lightly, bobbing along. And that's when the attack comes. Not from the front, but from the side, from the other two chunks you didn't even know were there. Because the YumChunks are pack casters, you see, they use coordinated attack patterns and they are out in force today. And they slash at you with this...A six-decible recording, like a razor, in your ear. The point is, you are alive when they start to ramble at you. So you know, try to show a little respect... in this episode of After the Credits! Ryan, Sean, and Chewie mess with things they shouldn't as they talk about airline cinema, catch up on all the new Star Trek from 2022, and splice a mini review of Top Gun: Maverick into this megolithic episode. But how do they fair when faced with giants locusts, clones, feather dinosaurs, a clown car of characters that don't get eaten by dinosaurs in this dinosaur movie, and the ultimate cinematic hubris of man, Jurassic World: Dominion? Will they survive the colossal mess that is the latest in the Jurassic franchise? Can they avoid a critical hate spiral? Will this film eat them alive? Eh, they just have to put their hands up, they'll be fine. They were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should. And they really really shouldn't have.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:07
Jurassic World: Dominion Summary - 27:34
Jurassic World: Dominion Discussion - 35:22
Listener Email - 01:48:00

Episode #98 - Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

YumChunks — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 17:37:00 +0000

Welcome to the Chunkverse. Hopping between podcasts, you will eventually end up here. It's a strange universe indeed, full of discussions about Stranger Things season 4, Tunic, robot book The New Breed, and American Crime Story. And Ryan is back from his voyages just in time to talk about Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness! Does Sam Raimi succeed at branding this dark, insane, MCU adventure with his own style? Jump into this corner of the multiverse to find out!

Chunkfire Stories - 03:48
Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Summary - 39:10
Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Discussion - 50:37
Listener Email - 02:01:40

Episode #97 - Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (with Sam Stovold)

YumChunks — Sat, 16 Apr 2022 01:14:00 +0000

We got our chili dogs, we got our power sneakers, we've been rolling around at the speed of sound... YumChunks is ready! But wait, Ryan is still away and we need him- what are the guys to do? Don't worry, cause Sam Stovold from The Young Jedi Knights Club podcast is here to lift Chewie and Sean up just in the nick of time! In After the Credits Zone, Act I, they make sure the chunkfire is burning bright with some Trek talk, some mini reviews of Ambulance, The Adam Project, Lynch's '84 Dune, Everything, Everywhere, All at Once, and the latest Kirby game, Kirby and the Forgotten Land. In Act II, they navigate the highs and lows, the good the bad, and the fast and the slow of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Does this kids' movie deliver on the best of the Sonic video games? Does it also include a weird wedding subplot with no relation to Sonic or his friends? Well, don't blink or you'll miss it. And congratulations- you found a bonus email stage! What crazy dimension is this?

YumChunks! (But imagine it's being sung like the Sega logo)

Chunkfire Stories - 08:22
Sonic 2 Summary - 45:35
Sonic 2 Discussion - 48:47
Listener/Host Emails - 01:58:15

Marvel Star Wars Explorers - https://marvelstarwarsexplorers.com/

The Young Jedi Knights Club - https://www.youngjediknightsclub.com/

Reopening the Wormhole - https://reopeningthewormhole.com/

Episode #96 - Morbius

YumChunks — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:39:00 +0000

We want to suck your blooood. Cause we're vampires. Living vampires! Look at us fly around, with bats, and monster faces, and sharp teeth. OOoooOOOooo, YumChunks! About as much thought went into this intro as did the subject of this After the Credits episode. Sorry. But Sean and Matt are doing their best while being down a member of the YumChunks crew this week as Ryan is off galavanting around Europe. They warm themselves as best they can with some synthetic chunks around the fire as they discuss a few recent films from the last couple months, Death on the Nile, The Lost City, and Windfall, as well as some TV talk with Archive 81, and Our Flag Means Death. But that's not why you're here, you want that authentic stuff, the real blood. And don't worry, it's a feeding frenzy, as the boys pick apart the latest Sony Spider-verse-(sans Spider-man)-Venom-verse entry, Morbius. Were they able to find anything worth the effort in this empty vessel? Listen in to find out. And make sure you stay after the discussion for some more juicy listener email. Dr. YumChunks, at your service.

Chunkfire Stories - 04:15
Morbius Summary - 26:22
Morbius Discussion - 33:50
Listener Email - 01:22:40

Episode #95 - The Batman

YumChunks — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 18:41:00 +0000

Fear is a tool. When the Chunk hits the net, it's not just a cast. It's a warning. For them. And for you, listeners. Cause in this episode of After the Credits, the guys are here to cleanse the streets of Castville with Justice. They won't back down from the corruption of their many enemies as they brawl with American Horror Story, investigate competitive reality TV, Is It Cake?, stalk our quick takes on Uncharted, and offer our hottest roundup of the 2022 Oscars. But they'll realize they need to become a symbol for hope as they dive into the latest big screen incarnation of the caped crusader, Matt Reeve's The Batman. Does this yet another Batman reboot offer anything new to the Gotham landscape? But wait- if you thought that was it, stick around for their greatest foe yet, as they discuss feedback in a monstrous listener email. Tune in and solve the riddle...

What's black and blue and dead all over?

YumChunks. The answer's YumChunks. Na na na na na na na na na, YUMCHUNKS!

Chunkfire Stories - 04:20
The Batman Summary - 28:41
The Batman Discussion - 34:56
Listener Emails - 01:37:25

Episode #94 - The 2021 Chunky Awards

YumChunks — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 09:10:00 +0000

The 2021 Chunky Awards have arrived! Sealed and untouched, from our mouths to your ears, celebrate with us as we look back at 2021 the only way we know how- almost three months late! Reminisce with YumChunks on After the Credit's historic 2021. So many episodes, so many movies, so much ravioli (apparently)! Ryan, Sean, and Chewie go through their favorite movies, tv, video games, and so much more in this end of year recap. Follow along with your ballots to see who walks away with the prestigious Chunkies. Laugh along with your favorite celebrity presenters in this star studded party: the Chunkiest award show out there! Thanks for listening and making 2021 a special year here at After the Credits. And stay tuned in 2022 for even more fun!

Favorite moments of 2021 - 16:55
Biggest disappointments of 2021 - 28:00
Favorite Comic Book Films - 31:26
Favorite Miscellaneous Media - 35:40
Favorite Animated Films - 49:50
Favorite Video Games - 56:33
Favorite Television Shows - 01:07:51
Best Picture Oscar Picks - 01:18:54
Worst Films - 01:27:25
Favorite Films - 01:34:12

Episode #93 - Hawkeye

YumChunks — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 00:01:00 +0000

We've been good all year, we made it home for the holidays, we've opened all our gifts, and now YumChunks gets to sit back and enjoy in the latest episode of After the Credits. In a very special Chunkfire, the boys share all their presents: shirts, books, barbecues, suitcases, returned VR headsets, duplicate copies of video games, water picks, sunglasses, gift cards, meat, and so much more! But the greatest gift of all, is the latest Marvel show on Disney+, Hawkeye. Does this six episode series deliver the fun, action, drama, AND Holiday cheer? Make those New Year's resolutions and tune in to find out. Cause we could do this all day!

Thank you for making 2021 an amazing year for After the Credits! Catch you in 2022! And don't forget to jump on over to our The Matrix Resurrections episode out now too! It's an end of 2021 ATC extravaganza!

Chunkfire Stories - 01:04
Hawkeye Summary - 15:13
Hawkeye Discussion - 24:54

Episode #92 - The Matrix Resurrections

YumChunks — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 23:41:00 +0000

We know why you're here, why you can't sleep, why you sit by your phone. You're looking for them. We know, because we were once looking for the same thing. But what you're really looking for is an answer. It's the question that drives us. What is YumChunks? Free your mind as After the Credits awakens you to the truth. The truth about The Witcher Season 2, about the Link's Awakening remake on the Switch, about the Jack Box Party Pack 8. But mostly about the return to the beloved groundbreaking action, sci-fi franchise in The Matrix Resurrections. Does this much later sequel come equipped with style and kung fu; do it's ideas, premises, and meta elements come through and make any sense? You'll have to take the red pill and follow us down this cast to find out. Because you can't be told what YumChunks is. You must experience it for yourself.

And don't forget to jump on over to our Hawkeye episode out now too! It's an end of 2021 ATC extravaganza!

Chunkfire Stories - 01:25
The Matrix Resurrections Summary - 27:15
The Matrix Resurrections Discussion - 39:34

Episode #91 - Spider-Man: No Way Home

YumChunks — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 04:06:00 +0000

Twas the night before Christmas, as we finish up edits, the YumChunks are casting, on the latest After the Credits! Dancing in their heads were visions of Mario Sunshine and the OLED Switch, Licorice Pizza, Pen15, and Saturday Morning All Star Hits! But then what to their wondering eyes did appear, but Spider-Man: No Way Home at their local theatre! So listen in on the cheery festival of lights as the guys sing its praises for almost two and half hours. They dabble in some criticisms and questions, but ultimately, it's the gift that keeps on giving. They got exactly what they wanted! So hear us exclaim, as the podcast fades out, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!

Chunkfire Stories - 05:08
Spider-Man: No Way Home Summary - 42:20
Spider-Man: No Way Home Discussion - 54:18

Episode #90 - Encanto

YumChunks — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the magical Casa de After the Credits! Where everyone has a special Chunk that they share with the world. Whether it be the discussion of the Beatles Get Back documentary, the classic 16-bit era Disney games, or the sleeper video game fave from 20 years ago, XIII, each Chunk is a blessing! And ignore the cracks in the cast as we explore the latest from Disney Animation Studios, Encanto! This colorful film fiesta brings charm, color, and imagination. But do its enchantments work on the guys? Have an arepa, dance, and listen in to find out!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:44
Encanto Summary - 33:00
Encanto Discussion - 37:34

Episode #89 - Ghostbusters: Afterlife

YumChunks — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 09:42:00 +0000

When there's something strange, in the neighborhood, who you gonna listen to? YumChunks! The guys strap on their proton cast, and get to bustin', in this After the Credits call. They trap an unruly discussion of Tick, Tick... Boom!, get ectoplasm all over an Earth, Wind, and Fire concert, and get possessed by the new Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts. But when an extra-dimensional threat to all time and space emerges, they have to cross their streams to talk about the sci-fi adventure comedy reboo- er, sequel... uuh, rehash, Ghostbusters: Afterlife. The spectrometer nostalgic reading is off the charts! Can it capture the spectre of fun and humor from the original? You'll just have to answer the call to find out. Chunking makes us feel good!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:03
Ghostbusters: Afterlife Summary - 37:06
Ghostbusters: Afterlife Discussion - 45:12

Episode #88 - Eternals (with Brian Rudloff)

YumChunks — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 09:01:00 +0000

In the beginning, the Prime Chunk brought light unto the world. And it thrived. All was in balance. But the Deviant casts emerged. Agents of chaos. And so the YumChunks were sent forth as protectors. And After the Credits was formed to defend Castville. Sean spoke of Netflix movies, both good and bad, Chewie of The Nightmare Before Christmas live Halloween concerts, and Ryan of ranking apps and Metroid: Samus Returns. But they were not alone on this occasion, for a new champion joined their cause- Brian Rudloff of Marvel Star Wars Explorers joined in the fight and took part in the tradition of tragedy on ATC. Their stories culminated with the emergence of Marvel's Eternals. Did they find a solution to the moral quandries and overloaded character roster of the massive movie? Their story is still being told. Even now. If you just listen... to this episode! It's a big old chunky boy, but we explore every nook and cranny of the latest MCU entry. And we even squeeze in some emails! Listen in to the Celestial sounds!

Thanks again to Brian for joining us and providing the comic reader's perspective on this huge thing of a film. And make sure you check out his podcast, Marvel Star Wars Explorers

Chunkfire Stories - 05:06
Eternals Summary - 34:34
Eternals Discussion - 43:38
Listener Emails - 02:18:52

Episode #87 - Dune

YumChunks — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 09:10:00 +0000

Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. We will face our fear. We will permit it to pass over us and through us. Join the YumChunks as they recite their After-the-Credits-litany. The guys fasten their still-suits and ride the sand worms through discussions of The French Dispatch, Last Night in Soho, and the Austin Film Festival and FilmQuest in Provo, before discussing the great film Arrakis- Dune. Will this latest adaptation of the revered scif-fi staple embolden a whole new generation of fans, or does the episodic entry leave viewers wanting? Listen in to discover all these mysteries and more. The great casts will tremble at the holy cast that will ripple through the universe as they bow before the Muad'Dib. Don't be afraid. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only the Chunk will remain. And the Chunk must flow.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:18
Dune Summary - 31:21
Dune Discussion - 38:29
Listener Email - 1:46:11

Episode #86 - No Time to Die

YumChunks — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:12:00 +0000

We hope you prefer your casts shaken, and not stirred. Cause After the Credits is gonna get explosive this week. Secret missions, world ending plots, double crosses, all set in the framework of a griitty more grounded YumChunks. Our ATC Agents debrief about globetrotting escapades from the San Diego Film Festival, discussions of dark crime in Batman: The Long Halloween, and weird icelandic indie film, Lamb. All prelude to the final showdown, the latest, and last, Daniel Craig Bond feature, No Time to Die. Does this era of Bond come to a close with a satisfying climax or does it miss the target? Only one way to find out, and while this is no time to die, it is the perfect time to Chunk.

Chunkfire Stories - 01:46
No Time to Die Summary - 22:03
No Time to Die Discussion - 32:06

Episode #85 - Marvel's What If...? (Part 2)

YumChunks — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 08:25:00 +0000

The speculation continues as YumChunks dives deeper into the multiverse and asks the question... Now What? The thrilling conclusion to Part 1 of After the Credits' coverage of Marvel's animated anthology. But before they face the ultimate threat to Castville, they gather Chunks from across the multiverse. Haunted House Muppet heroes, Metroid Dread impressions, Star Wars Visions critiques, Squid Game reviews, and a theoretical app to rule them all. These are the stories you don't know as we guide you through the final four episodes of Marvel's What If...? Does the show end on a high note in hypothetical alternate reality fun? How do these episodes stack up against the first half? Do we use this as an excuse to talk about the Prime Directive from Star Trek? All these answers and so much more. So break your oaths and come with us, the Guardians of the Chunkyverse, the possibilities are endless...

Chunkfire Stories - 01:58
Episode 6 Discussion - 48:40
Episode 7 Discussion - 01:05:50
Episode 8 Discussion - 01:19:52
Episode 9 Discussion - 01:36:14

Episode #84 - Venom: Let There Be Carnage

YumChunks — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:25:00 +0000

Let there be Chunks. On this week's After the Credits- we're talking about symbiotes. And serial killers. And Woody Harrelson's wig. But not before a mini-review of Dear Evan Hansen, some Castlevania canon talk, and short hot takes on the new Star Wars animated content, the anthology series Visions, and the Halloween special, Terrifying Tales. Then, and only then, will carnage be allowed. YumChunks puts on their boots and wades into the muck of Venom: Let There Be Carnage. We pick out the chunks we like and try and make sense of this mess of a movie. And we cap it all off with a listener email which prompts some re-examining of Shang-Chi. This cast is symbiotic, listeners. We need each other. And it's so much more fun than biting off heads.

Maximum Chunkage.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:53
Venom: Let There Be Carnage Summary - 31:56
Venom: Let There Be Carnage Discussion - 39:32
Listener Email - 01:48:56

Episode #83 - Marvel's What If...? (Part 1)

YumChunks — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:25:00 +0000

Time. Space. Reality. Chunks. They're more than a simple podcast. They're prisms of endless conversation. Where a single voice can branch out into infinite tangents, creating alternate opinions from the ones you know. Each a reflection of what should not have been. Some hosts will rise, others will fall. And nothing will be the same. We are YumChunks. We are your guide through these cast realities. What if Ryan took a trip to San Francisco? What if Chewie rewatched the Matrix recently? What if Sean played silly JRPGs? But more than anything, face the Absolute Point in time, as After the Credits discusses the first five episode of the Marvel animated anthology series, What If...? Does this animated forey into the multiverse spark imagination, fun, and thought, or is it just an excuse to get your favorite Marvel characters hanging out? Follow us and dare to face the unknown, and ponder the question... If What?

And stay tuned for Part 2 coming in October!

Chunkfire Stories - 05:12
Episode 1 Discussion - 24:40
Episode 2 Discussion - 44:40
Episode 3 Discussion - 01:00:25
Episode 4 Discussion - 01:14:47
Episode 5 Discussion - 01:33:10
Listener Email - 01:57:40

Episode #82 - Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

YumChunks — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 08:43:00 +0000

Ages ago, a gift bestowed upon a chosen few, gave those individuals enormous power. Power that propelled them through the years, growing ever more ferocious in their casting destruction. The Ten Chunks. Weilding these awesome vestiges of energy, After the Credits dances in a language of sound and voice. Kicking their way through Malignant and Candyman, punching out Kate and Ted Lasso. Finally, honor is met as they face the ultimate enemy, Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Does this fantastical martial arts blockbuster knock 'em out? Only a true listening master can know. After the battle though, don't go away, cause we have one of the wildest set of listener emails this side of Ta Lo. Deep discussions of human and artifical intelligence, and an epic correspondance uncovering long hidden theories of X-Men and the MCU and variant timeline explanations. This podcast looks to be made of something, unknown, something... Chunky.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:15
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Summary - 25:40
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Discussion - 32:05
Listener Email - 01:33:23

Episode #81 - Free Guy

YumChunks — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:26:00 +0000

Press Start to Listen

Choose your YumChunks listen difficulty level. Ready? Go! In Level 1, as Chewie, you'll explore Disneyland and quest around Avengers Campus, but watch out for fast pass traps and meet and greets sidequests. Level 2, guide Sean on a high speed mission to take a VIP to an emergency room in the middle of a high budget film shoot. Good luck finding the art department without knowing who they are! In Level 3, you'll help Ryan puzzle out the Brand New Cherry Flavor Netflix show, piecing together the clues of wackiness, props, and cool titles. But in the uiltimate showdown, you get to control all players as they face the final boss, Free Guy. Can you find the weak point and do maximum damage on this charmingly fun romp? Watch out for surprise video game references that sometimes, kinda make sense...? And see if you can unlock the secret ending with some fun listener emails. After the Credits will test your reflexes, resolve, and puzzle solving... and patience... and sense of taste, and tolerance for awkward ramblings, and wonky audio effects...

Game Over

Chunkfire Stories - 01:27
Free Guy Summary - 45:45
Free Guy Discussion - 51:29
Listener Email - 02:07:33

Episode #80 - The Suicide Squad

YumChunks — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 20:11:00 +0000

Podcast X, AKA The Chunk Squad, reviled and cast away, utterly expendable, the YumChunks. Assembled to pull off a job no one else can. In this episode of After the Credits, the guys go off mission with Nintendo trivia and history, rank some recent lower profile films, and dive deep into ravioli. And finally, when everything's on the line, they lay it all out there for the new DCEU feature, James Gunn's The Suicide Squad. Does this low-key reboot-sequel find the perfect balance of wackiness, humor, and heart, or was it doomed from the start? If the Chunksquad can't make this work, then, well, whatever. They can be replaced.

Chunkfire Stories - 01:38
The Suicide Squad Summary - 32:37
The Suicide Squad Discussion - 39:43

Episode #79 - The Jungle Cruise

YumChunks — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:55:00 +0000

Please find a seat and our cast will begin shortly. Keep all listening devices on at all times. YumChunks is not responsible for any injury, psychological damage, or drownings sustained during our After the Credits tour. On the lefthand side of the cast you'll hear about the Black Mesa Half-Life remake. Careful though, it's prone to decay. Coming up on the right, we have recounts of The Beauty and The Beast live musical. Legends say it's a tale as old as time. Oh, we just passed talk of the Great Ace Attorney video games. It's a good thing though, it has a habit of objecting to our tour. And straight ahead of us, the jewel of the cast, the film adaptation of the Disney theme park attraction, The Jungle Cruise. Does it capture the silly humor and vibe of the park ride and still tell a fun charming adventure story? Luckily for you, you're stuck on this tour for another hour and forty minutes and are about to find out. There will be listener emails at the end of the cast, so hold all questions forever, and don't be afraid to tip your Chunkguides. They will bite.

Chunkfire Stories - 02:26
The Jungle Cruise Summary - 35:17
The Jungle Cruise Discussion - 44:10
Listener Email - 01:33:27

Episode #78 - Space Jam: A New Legacy

YumChunks — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:21:00 +0000

The YumChunks corporation presents the most advanced podcast listening algorithm available. Using space age data collection and optimization, we have been able to pinpoint the exact podcast to fit your entertainment needs: After the Credits. We've tracked all of your personal metadata to determine highly curated topics like: the Yesterday's Enterprise episode of Star Trek TNG, repeatedly revisiting our Loki episode, the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics, and why Sonic must remain in 2D. But our ability to really understand the needs of our audience is on full display when we have a meandering, schizophrenic, angry conversation about Space Jam: A New Legacy that includes lengthy tangents into the facets of hero worship, the nature of acceptable quality in art, and pointless nostalgia obession. In maybe our longest episode yet, we get loose and looney and... on second thought, you should probably just avoid this episode altogether. As a cutting edge algorithm, we can't recommend it. If you insist on listening, please send complaints to yumchunks@gmail.com. Don't say we didn't warn ya!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:00
Space Jam: A New Legacy Summary - 48:55
Space Jam: A New Legacy Discussion - 56:36

Episode #77 - Loki

YumChunks — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 06:59:00 +0000

Welcome to the PVN (Podcast Variance Network)! If you're here, it means you have stumbled across a variant podcast. This podcast may have been created as a fluke, a joke, maybe a couple of guys had too much time on their hands and felt the need to have their dumb opinions about movies and TV be heard, whatever the case, this podcast is not part of the Sacred Podcast Network and needs to be pruned. You can do your part by making sure not to listen to any variant casts, like After the Credits. Definitely don't listen as they talk about popcorn, wheelhouses, or read listener emails. And if you listen to their discussion of the latest Marvel series, Loki, a Nexus event may occur and throw all networks out of whack. Does any of this make sense, does any of LOKI make sense? Unfortunately, the only way to find out is to press play, and by doing that you forfeit control of your mind and are subject to the law of the Chunk Keepers. So remember, help keep the Sacred Network right, do your part, and if you hear a variant cast, inform anyone and everyone around you!

Loki Summary - 06:29
Loki Discussion - 17:19
Listener Email - 01:31:07

Episode #76 - Black Widow

YumChunks — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 08:10:00 +0000

Trained from childhood to be the best, the most lethal, the most covert podcasters in the world; YumChunks exists in the corners of the internet, silently manipulating the powers that be. They are born from the Chunk Room. But can they be redeemed, can they break free from their bonds, the only world they've ever known, to become After the Credits? Only by coming together as a family: Ryan's caped crusade against The Tomorrow War, Sean's unapologetic acceptance of Zelda: Skyward Sword, and Matt's descent into non-stop theatre work, can they ever hope to survive? And ever hope to discuss the long awaited return to film for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Widow. Does the action spy character backstory deliver, or is it too late? You'll have to listen in and hold your breath to find out. Plus a new theme song! There so much here you may have to defect!

And look out for our Loki episode releasing soon! The Summer hits keep on coming!

Chunkfire Stories - 02:53
Black Widow Summary - 42:06
Black Widow Discussion - 51:36

Episode #75 - In the Heights

YumChunks — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:42:00 +0000

Volume up on After the Credits, on at the recording break
We mic up and we got this little cast we gotta post today
Click record on the button in Audacity
Test test, can you hear me? No wait, wrong mic, sorry
Sync up while we test the audio
Hey y'all, Welcome to another episode!

Ori, we got Ori, and Mario Golf, and Star Trek,
Sonic, Saga, Sweet Tooth and Ratchet,
(Oye, videojuegos y TV y peliculas, ¿cómo 'tá'?)
Reports of our fame are greatly exaggerated
Exacerbated by the fact that our conversation
Is highly awkward 'cause we ain't qualified
Why are these segweys so forced and frayed?
We better step it up and nail the beat
Cause we're not gainin' any listens if the convo isn't insightful and sweet!

In the Heights
So hit the play button and start the listen
There are stories
And endless debates
And opinions to state
On an episode this is what it's like,
Every recording, every session, every word is a fight
And no, not yet, we ain't sunk
Cause this is YumChunks!

Chunkfire Stories - 01:19
In the Heights Summary - 36:02
In the Heights Discussion - 41:00

Episode #74 - Cruella

YumChunks — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 05:57:00 +0000

The dog days of summer are here, and YumChunks are back from a lengthy hiatus. The boys have plenty to talk about around the Chunkfire this week as Ryan recounts a harrowing story of survival in the Hawaiian jungle, Chewie breaks down his sudden end of year stage productions, and Sean tells of adventures in Hollywood and Vegas. With the fire blazing, and an hour into the episode, they finally get down to the main dish, the live action adaptation of the animated Disney classic, Cruella. Is it just another in a long line of uninspired live action remakes of animated childhood favorites, or does this one break the mold and go bold? The guys dive into it all and more! And stay tuned for some fun listener emails!

After the Credits, After the Credits, if they don’t annoy you, no podcast will!

•   Chunkfire Stories - 01:49
•   Cruella Summary - 49:54
•   Cruella Discussion - 58:46
•   Listener Email - 01:49:53

Episode #74 - Cruella

YumChunks — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 01:24:00 +0000

The dog days of summer are here, and YumChunks are back from a lengthy hiatus. The boys have plenty to talk about around the Chunkfire this week as Ryan recounts a harrowing story of survival in the Hawaiian jungle, Chewie breaks down his sudden end of year stage productions, and Sean tells of adventures in Hollywood and Vegas. With the fire blazing, and an hour into the episode, they finally get down to the main dish, the live action adaptation of the animated Disney classic, **Cruella**. Is it just another in a long line of uninspired live action remakes of animated childhood favorites, or does this one break the mold and go bold? The guys dive into it all and more! And stay tuned for some fun listener emails! After the Credits, After the Credits, if they don't annoy you, no podcast will! * Chunkfire Stories - 01:49 * **Cruella** Summary - 49:54 * **Cruella** Discussion - 58:46 * Listener Email - 01:49:53

Episode #73 - The Mitchells vs the Machines

YumChunks — Fri, 14 May 2021 17:48:48 +0000

Robot uprising? Technology run amok? Can't connect with your family? YumChunks understands. Sometimes we all just need to recognize the value of each others' perspectives and learn that working together can stop any cyber-apocalypse. So in the interest of mutual collaboration, in this episode of After the Credits we argue endlessly in one of the most contentious episodes yet! But first we talk about the wrong Bad Batch, get updates on Matt's re-journey through the MCU (now with a fun jingle!), and rank weddings! Then finally, we get into whether **The Mitchells vs the Machines** is a special animated extravaganze, or just another average kids movie. Matt and Sean go at it as Ryan pleads for some semblence of peace. Who would have thought this Netflix film that most of the members of this podcast hadn't even heard of until a few days before recording would be so divisive! So listen in on your phones, pads, screens, TikToks, Facebooks, screwdrivers, radios, or whatever device you prefer. The technology doesn't matter as much as the connections that are created... * Chunkfire Stories - 01:57 * **The Mitchells vs the Machines** Summary - 30:33 * **The Mitchells vs the Machines** Discussion - 35:40

Episode #72 - Mortal Kombat

YumChunks — Sat, 08 May 2021 01:08:49 +0000

All the casts send their bravest casters to compete for the destiny of all other realms. If any cast is to defeat another cast in 10 consecutive podcasting tournaments, that cast gains dominion of the other. Outcast seeks to destory the ChunkRealm once and for all. Only the few remaining YumChunks remain to defend After the Credits from total annihilation. First they must train by watching a brutality of new TV shows like Shadow and Bone, The Bad Batch, and Invincible, then they must focus on a theatrical viewing of Demon Slayer, and finally they must achieve their arkana by having a baby. Only then will Ryan, Sean, and NetherRealm guest, Aaron, be able to achieve a perfectly executed Fatality in their discussion of the new film adapation of the classic video game fighting franchise mainstay, **Mortal Kombat**. Does the film know what it's doing, or is it just spamming cheese tricks and getting lucky? Since Knowledge is Power, you better listen in, or your soul is ours... Fight! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:06 * **Mortal Kombat **Summary - 23:19 * **Mortal Kombat** Discusion - 37:37

Episode #71 - The Falcon and The Winter Soldier

YumChunks — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:51:33 +0000

In a post-Blip world, it's difficult to tell your friends from your enemies. New powers and players vie for control of a globe in flux. But you can always trust YumChunks. That beacon of freedom and truth in a terrifying gray world. Ryan, Sean, and Chewie fly in to talk about the ways in which the younger generation is making us feel old, some lesser known 2021 Oscar nominees, and some Avatar: The Last Airbender universe graphic novels. And then they have their final showdown with the latest Disney+ series in the MCU, **The Falcon and The Winter Soldier**. Does this six episode spy-action series satisfy and entertain with its political themes and character exploration, or does it leave us wanting and confused? There are no easy answers. But there is easy listening. So tune in and enjoy the latest After the Credits! * Chunkfire Stories - 01:25 * **The Falcon and The Winter Soldier** Summary - 32:38 * **The Falcon and the Winter Soldier** Discussion - 39:05

Episode #70 - Godzilla vs. Kong

YumChunks — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 20:04:55 +0000

YumChunks are out there, they're hurting people, and we don't know why! They have never attacked unprovoked before. Destruction and chaos of titanic proportions ensue in the latest episode of After the Credits. The guys give their takes on the throwdown between the two legendary monsters. But not before they relitigate their discussion of the Snyder cut, dish out Oscar completionist bragging rights, and wonder what is up with Highlander 2. But then they weigh in on the big dumb fun of **Godzilla vs. Kong**. Is it too dumb, or just dumb enough? And stick around for a mini discussion of the first half of the **The Falcon and The Winter Soldier** series, and a listener email diving into the origins of the After the Credits opening theme. With an episode this massive, one thing is clear: YumChunks bows to no one! * Chunkfire Stories - 1:44 * **Godzilla vs. Kong** Summary - 24:41 * **Godzilla vs. Kong** Discussion - 35:28 * **The Falcon and The Winter Soldier** Mini Discussion - 01:23:12

Episode #69 - Zack Snyder's Justice League: Justice is Gray

YumChunks — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:16:00 +0000

The fans demanded it. The world heard you. Justice is restored. The full. Uncut. Unedited audio from our greatest episode ever, as it was meant to be listened to. All the insight, analysis, commentary in its full glory. Untampered with. These gods of podcasting as they were intended. This is serious and artistic because it's in black and white now. Every true Chunkfire story, every hyperserious detail- the heavy tone, the way it*rolls* over you. The YumChunksverse is restored. After the Credits is Gray.

Episode #68 - Zack Snyder's Justice League

YumChunks — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 19:59:00 +0000

It is here. All casting life as we know it will be wiped out. The Chunkboxes are united. Nothing can withstand the power of a toxic hashtag mob. But After the Credits fights the good fight and does their best to tackle this Darkseid cultural abomination. The Chunkfire burns bright with Sean's flashy movie recommendations, Ryan's cybernetic movies to avoid, Matt's wonderful Mario updates, and Chris's superbaby training tips. And despite every fiber of our beings fighting it, we eventually get around to discussing the cinematic anti-life equation of film discourse, marketing, production, and development- **Zack Snyder's Justice League**. Triumph or tragedy? Did we like it? Was it good? Was it better than the theatrical cut? Was all of this worth it? How do we live with ourselves? Does Chris succeed at bludgeoning the rest of the YumChunks to death with his fanboyism? Unsatisfying answers to all of these questions and more are waiting in one of our longest episodes yet! And if you don't like it- just demand another version! And stay tuned for the special YumChunks is Gray edition of this episode coming soon. The "fans" demanded it! #releasetheentitledcut #erasethesnydercut #prayforsteppenwolf * PART I: Chunkfire Stories - 02:57 * PART II: **Zack Snyder's Justice League** summary - 31:54 * PART III: **Zack Snyder's Justice League** Discussion - 36:03

Episode #67 - Raya and The Last Dragon

YumChunks — Sat, 13 Mar 2021 00:36:00 +0000

Don't fret, another episode of After the Credits is here! It's the only way to ward off despair. Just take this Chunky stone, created by the YumChunks to protect us. And hold it tight. No, that's too tight. Great, now you broke it. *sigh* Tales around the Chunkfire include Chewie jumping on the Star Trek band wagon, Ryan purchasing video games for systems he doesn't own, and Sean complaining about filmmaking some more. But they unite their powers in a discussion of the latest from Disney Animation Studios, **Raya and The Last Dragon.** Is this family friendly fantasy fun? Does it hit the highs of our other animated faves? And more importantly, is it worth shelling out 30 bucks on top of your Disney+ subscription? All questions will be answered, you'll just have to trust us. And stick around to the end for a fabulous listener email! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:57 * **Raya and The Last Dragon** spoiler-free review - 19:45 * **Raya and The Last Dragon** summary - 28:31 * **Raya and The Last Dragon** discussion - 33:45

Episode #66 - WandaVision

YumChunks — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 07:44:00 +0000

March Madness continues at After the Credits, as the guys get trapped in a podcast reality of their own making. All their dreams play out in a lengthy discussion of the premier MCU production on Disney +. Callbacks to previous Lizzy McGuire talk, homages to Schitt's Creek, and discussions about revisiting all the MCU film entries, preface an enchanting look at **WandaVision**. Does this oddball super-hero psychological comedy deliver? Can it live up to its own heightened expectations? Tune in and find out as Sean, Ryan, and Matt get trapped in this Hexcast. And keep a look out for a lot more content in the weeks to come! It was YumChunks all along. * Chunkfire Stories - 02:58 * **WandaVision** Summary - 21:35 * **WandaVision** Discussion - 27:41

Episode #65 - Tom & Jerry

YumChunks — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 06:26:00 +0000

They fight, they bite, they bite and fight and bite, fight fight fight, bite bite bite, the YummyChunky Show! Absurdist physical comedy and slapstick hyjinx ensue on this totally animated episode of After the Credits. The boys talk about the big screen (watching HBO Max on our televisions) adventure of America's favorite (?) cat and mouse team. But the whole thing almost burns down when the Chunkfire gets out of control. They keep throwing gasoline on the fire in the form of 3D Mario game discussions, a dive into Star Trek films and certain Deep Space 9 podcasts, early 2000s Disney Channel teen sitcoms, and one of Sean's unsolicted rants about the aggravating effect of awful characters in film. Luckily they have enough in 'em to think way too much about **Tom & Jerry**. A film discussion no one asked for or wanted. You're welcome! And check out Reopening the Wormhole! https://reopeningthewormhole.com/ * Chunkfire Stories - 08:57 * **Tom & Jerry** Summary - 49:03 * **Tom & Jerry** Discussion - 52:02

Episode #64 - 2020 Chunky Awards

YumChunks — Sat, 20 Feb 2021 19:49:00 +0000

The only way to truly appreciate 2020 is with distance. And despite the historic year of global tragedy, change, chaos, and adversity, it still managed to provide all forms of entertainment. So it's time for the 2020 Chunky Awards! This year, the festivities are a little more low-key, as the YumChunks reflect back on some of their favorites from the year of quarantine. They also talk about the aging of Scrubs, get into some WandaVision theory-crafting, and provide proof of their negative COVID test results. Who will walk away winners from this year's grandest awards show? Why, YOU, the listener of course! Thanks for listening and sticking with us in 2020. Onto 2021 and amazing new adventures! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:35 * Favorite TV Shows - 18:43 * Favorite Video Games - 35:11 * Favorite Animated Films - 59:50 * Worst Films - 01:07:00 * Favorite Films - 01:12:42

Episode #63 - Wonder Woman 1984

YumChunks — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 01:46:00 +0000

2021 continues to deliver, as it's the second episode of After the Credits this week! You can't keep YumChunks from delivering the truth about **Wonder Woman 1984**. And with no Chunkfire stories this episode, the guys have even more time to dive into this wacky mess of a film. The obsurd highs and confusing lows provide ample talking points as Sean, Ryan, and Matt decide if they like this movie or not. And if you're having trouble deciding, maybe their luke warm takes can help you land. But just remember, there are no short cuts. There is only the truth. And the truth is beautiful. Truth is the light. And we are all beautiful as the truth as we are. Which is the world. Which is also beautiful. And don't forget to check out our other recent episode on Pixar's **Soul** for even more truthy YumChunks! * **Woman Woman 1984** Summary - 03:10 * **Wonder Woman 1984** Discussion - 08:50

Episode #62 - Soul

YumChunks — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 01:07:00 +0000

Out and good riddance to 2020 and in with 2021 and a brand new year of After the Credits! YumChunks promises to keep their resolutions this year, and we're already practicing good habits by releasing two episodes in a week! First up, Ryan, Sean, and Matt chat about Pixar's latest animated foray, **Soul**. Does it capture the glory of peak Pixar? Or does it forgettably drift off into the great beyond? Tune in and find out. But not before an invigorating turn around the ol' Chunkfire. The guys talk about some of their holiday gifts, the skill of breathing, Cobra Kai, Drug Chess, Joseph the Hedgehog, and so much more! We promise you'll find your spark with something here. And if not, then don't worry, we have another brand new episode on the horizon with our discussion of **WW84** to be released in a few days. So keep your eyes open and your head up in 2021! Happy New Year! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:43 * **Soul** Summary - 39:24 * **Soul** Discusion - 46:01

Episode #61 - Disney Investor Day Announcements 2020

YumChunks — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 02:07:00 +0000

Christmas came early this year in the form of massive announcements from Disney for all their properties, and YumChunks is here to rip through the wrapping and get to the good stuff. In this episode of After the Credits, Ryan, Matt, and Sean revel in all the news from the Disney Investor Day announcements and give their warmest holiday takes on the entertainment feast. Which of the dozen Star Wars shows excite them the most? Which Disney Studio announcements confuse them the most? How excited are they for each and every one of the infinite MCU projects? And with some video game announcement discussions, tangents into the nature of stories in human culture, and the statute of limitations on reviving old franchises, this episode brings so much Christmas cheer you'll be sick! So cuddle up with loved ones next to the fire, get some hot cocoa, and listen to the greatest holiday tradition of all. Happy Holidays! Be safe. Be happy. And remember the true spirit of the holidays- DISNEY IS MONEY * Video Game Award Discussions - 01:33 * Lucasfilm/Star Wars Announcements Discussion - 11:37 * Disney Studios Announcements Discussion - 42:01 * Pixar Announcements Discussion - 01:00:36 * Marvel Announcements Discussion - 01:19:50

Episode #60 - Mulan

YumChunks — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:55:00 +0000

We're as swift as a coursing river, with the force of a great typhoon, with all the strength of a raging fire, YumChunks is here to podcast for you! In this live action episode of After the Credits, Ryan, Matt, and Sean round up and swap stories of training in RingFit adventures, high tech adveancements in dental technology, and cultural studies through historically accurate video games. But then they get down to business, to discuss **Mulan**. Did Disney send us another uninspired live action remake when we asked for an original dynamic take? You'll just have to listen to find out, cause we're as mysterious as the dark side of the moon... We'll make a podcast out of you! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:29 * **Mulan** Discussion - 29:25

Episode #59 - The New Mutants

YumChunks — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:58:00 +0000

They say there are two bears inside every podcast. One feeding on fear and anger and hate. The other feeding on hope and joy and love. These two bears rage a battle in every episode of After the Credits. They fight for the soul of YumChunks. And in this episode, the fight gets long and dirty as Ryan, Matt, and Sean come back to the Chunkfire after another extended hiatus. With months of catching up to do, they ponder about the possible marketing ties between the Snyder cut and weird monoliths appearing around the globe, reminisce about the glory and cringy days of Korracast, take a deep dive into the Home Alone films, express some short takes on The Mandolorian season 2, and of course do some casual theorizing about the future of mutants and Spider-Man in the MCU. Speaking of which, apparently a new X-Men movie came out this year. Might as well talk about it. I guess. Is the X-Men cinematic universe sent off with a bang or a wimper in the long shelved teen thriller, **The New Mutants**? Tune in to listen as these primal beasts rage a war for our souls. Who will win? Whichever one we feed. (Jokes on them, we have no souls.) * Chunkfire Stories - 05:21 * **The New Mutants** Summary - 47:10 * **The New Mutants** Discussion - 50:20

Episode #58 - Tenet

YumChunks — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 22:41:00 +0000

We are the protagonists of our own story, and the heros at YumChunks have another doozy of an episode of After the Credits for you. Chris, Ryan, and Sean attempt to solve the mind-melting puzzle of the latest Christopher Nolan would-be blockbuster, **Tenet**. Chris bounces into the eases of parenthood after his triumphant return to the show, then the guys shift direction and discuss the latest PS5 announcements, before changing trajectory again to get in some classic Star Trek talk and Dark updates. It's a long one, but a movie this complex requires the pinnacle of rambling unhelpful analysis. You're welcome. And remember, just because things are set, it's no excuse to not listen. Be the protagonist. Was it a cat I saw? * Chunkfire Stories - 02:50 * **Tenet** NON-SPOILER Discussion - 35:35 * **Tenet** Summary - 43:15 * **Tenet** Discussion - 47:10 Opera rotas tenet sator arepO.

Episode #57 - Summer Catch Up

YumChunks — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 00:40:00 +0000

Episodes of After the Credits two weeks in a row? YumCunks is on fire! Well, don't get too excited, as this episode is all over the place as the guys catch up on their summer wheelings and dealings. Vince gives everyone a how-to session on metal detecting in San Diego, Chewie's got the back to school blues, Ryan dabbles in Cobra Kai, and Sean doesn't understand the rise of subtitles in media consumption. Finally the boys get to discussing some summer entertainment news, including the DC Fandome event and the new trailers and news out of that, they weigh in on the recent fallout between the original Avatar creators and Netflix on the upcoming The Last Airbender TV adaptation, and then they complain about Disney charging $30 to watch Mulan on their paid streaming service. It's all a big, directionless mess of a conversation, but that's why you tune in! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:35 * DC Fandome Discussion - 39:31 * Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender Discussion - 01:13:01 * Disney+/Mulan Discussion - 01:36:55

Episode #56 - Sean Goes to Hollywood

YumChunks — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 01:24:00 +0000

We're still here! It's been a minute, but the YumChunks are back from a long hiatus as 2020 throws everything it can at us. Ryan, Matt, and Sean catch you up to speed with all their exciting summer adventures: new jobs and condos, Simpsons binge watching, Paper Mario, working from home, board game development, apparently Chris had a baby, and so much more! And with COVID preventing many of the big movies from releasing this summer, Sean figured he'd take matters into his own hands and MAKE a movie! So listen in as Sean talks about the trials and tribulations of shooting an indie film in rural Arkansas during a pandemic. If you were ever curious about the filmmaking process, and wanted a firsthand account from someone who had no idea what he was doing, this is the After the Credits episode for you! Lights, Camera, Acti- Hold for train! * Chunkfire Stories - 2:07 * Sean Goes to Hollywood - 28:55

Episode #55 - Final Fantasy VII Remake

YumChunks — Tue, 12 May 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Yumchunks returns to the steel city of Midgar, the only catch is Midgar has gotten an extreme makeover. In fact, just about everything has gotten a fresh new coat of paint. We will be reviewing/discussing one of the most anticipated games of all-time, **Final Fantasy VII Remake**. Come join us as we seek the comfort of Midgar's steel sky, and we journey to take down the evil Shinra corportation to save the planet. What does it mean to be a Remake? Can the Midgar section of the game standup as its own full game? How much Kingdom Hearts did Nomura jam into this thing? Did Biggs, Wedge, and Jessie deserve their own side plot? How many times can Cloud wrangle up the same cats? We answer all these questions and more within this super-sized episode. * **FFVIIR** Impressions - 06:31 * **FFVIIR** Gameplay/Design - 10:12 * **FFVIIR** Story - 52:24 # Spoiler free reviews: **Aaron:** Final Fantasy VII Remake lives up to the hype. With its flashy, yet tactical combat system, amazing character moments, and music you’ll be humming for months to come. While some story elements left me groaning or wanting, the game overall succeeds at taking us back to Midgar. **Chris:** Final Fantasy VII Remake delivers on almost all nostolgic fronts. With an addictive battle system and charasmatically recreated moments (and locales) from the original, FFVIIR is an experience that all but the most cynical fans of the original will enjoy. **Sean:** Final Fantasy VII Remake manages to succeed in recreating the feel and emotion of the original without staying so beholden to the classic as to render itself meaningless. Frustrating pacing, and a nagging feeling of incompleteness linger throughout the experience, but an engaging battle system that is far more fun than it would seem on paper, a beautifully executed soundtrack, and characterizations that enchant consistently more than make up for the negatives. More importantly, FFVIIR knows what it is, and wants to explore that, even if some fans may not, and while it often stumbles in that execution, it largely succeeds in premise, if only in pure bold ambition.

Episode #54 - Onward

YumChunks — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 21:39:00 +0000

An ancient quest has been given to YumChunks. The legends speak of great danger and untold power at the heart of podcasting. Countless crews have already perished. Can YumChunks fulfill their destiny in this After the Credits quest? Adventure with them as they conquer the horde of a pandemic fueled population assaulting Costco, as they discover the new magic of working from home, as they journey around their own isolation during quarantine, and as they face the ultimate trial in discussing Pixar's latest animated family adventure, **Onward**. The conversation faces unknown perils as the crew is suprisingly divided. But with teamwork and the power of friendship, YumChunks will conquer this beast! Tune in as they complete their quest and gain 50 XP each. * Chunkfire Stories - 03:14 * **Onward** Summary - 25:25 * **Onward** Discussion - 29:57

Episode # 53 - 2019 Chunky Awards

YumChunks — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 02:06:00 +0000

It's what we've all been waiting for- the **2019 Chunky Awards** are finally here! And only 3 months into 2020. Perfect timing. Listen in for the 2019 end of year round up. The YumChunks are all here for this very special occassion on After the Credits, as they recognize top honors in entertainment. Best films, worst films, biggest films, best tv, best podcast, all voted on by you, the listeners! Tune in to find out who will take home the coveted Golden Hams at this year's Chunkies. Voted the best awards show to listen to while possibly being isolated due to Global pandemic. * Best Comic Book Movie - 07:20 * Best Animated Movie - 10:39 * Best Disney Blockbuster (Non-MCU) - 13:48 * Best Non-Disney Blockbuster - 16:50 * Worst Movie - 19:10 * Best TV Show - 21:35 * Best Musical Artist/Group - 23:30 * Best Song/Album - 26:18 * People's Choice - 33:40 * Best Video Game - 36:11 * Best Awards Season Movie - 42:55 * Best After the Credits Episode - 45:18 * Best Podcast - 47:00 * Most Important Movie - 47:40

Episode #52 - Sonic the Hedgehog

YumChunks — Sat, 07 Mar 2020 06:15:00 +0000

Now that the YumChunks have gathered all seven Chaos Emerelds, they can harness their true power and become SUPER CHUNKS! All the hype and speculation has been leading to this, the full discussion on the blue blur's big screen debut! And that's not all! There's so much content in this week's After the Credits; the boys speed through some more hospital adventures, blaze over gaming talk with the FFVII Remake demo and Half-Life hype, whiz by the common connudrum of having to explain 'Chunkfire Stories' to your co-workers, and zoom through some exciting project announcements. But nothing's faster than that Hedgehog with the 'tude (or not), and we spend far too much time discussing this kids' movie about an animated blue hedgehog alien based on a popular 90s video game character that is, **Sonic the Hedgehog**. Is it the best video game movie ever? The best MOVIE ever?! You'll just have to listen in to the speed of sound to find out. Gotta go fast! * Chunkfire Stories - 02:00 * **Sonic the Hedgehog** Summary - 34:20 * **Sonic the Hedgehog** Discussion - 43:57

Episode #51 - Birds of Prey

YumChunks — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 11:41:00 +0000

The YumChunks are back! It's a brand new decade and they have cast off their old shackles and are now new men, emancipated from those things that would keep them braced. Except for neck braces. Which are required when recovering from a very serious and severe neck injury. Yes, once again, the YumChunks take a trip to the emergency room, multiple trips in fact! So listen in to the latest After the Credits to hear the full harrowing story (it actually is pretty scary) as well as some short takes on: the recent Netflix show Locke and Key, a quirky fave film from the mid 90s, and **The Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn**, or **Birds of Prey**, or **Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey**- we are free from the confines of traditional "titles". It's been a few since our last episode, but we just gotta say- It's great to be back! * Chunfire Stories - 02:03 * **Birds of Prey** Summary - 45:29 * **Birds of Prey** Discussion - 49:30

Episode #50 - Cats

YumChunks — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 18:21:00 +0000

Dark visions of gangly wretched creatures pirouette in distorted dances before us. What horrors delivered as we sit unbound by physical restraints, but held prisoner by our eyes as they are unable to be drawn away from the grotesque humunculi. The last diminished cries of our sanity echo in the chambers of darkness that once were occupied with our now dead humanity. **CATS**! For some reason YumChunks went and saw this film. And on this episode of After the Credits, you better believe they're gonna talk about it. After a brief final Chunkfire stores of 2019, including some recent HBO faves, the recent Witcher Netflix show, and a long-awaited update on metal detecting, the crew attempt to make some sort of sense that is the cinematic insanity of **Cats**. What is this movie? How did this movie? WHY did this movie? Take this faustian journey with us as we close out 2019. It's our 50th episode! Happy MEOWnniversary! And Happy New Year! Thanks for listening in 2019 and we’re excited for more casting in 2020! And don’t forget to fill out the survey and vote for your favorites to be featured in our year end round up, the Chunky awards! [https://forms.gle/U3nZ1DiPBpmyLYKk7](http://) * Chunkfire Stories - 02:50 * **Cats** Summary - 11:50 * **Cats** Discussion - 15:55

Episode #49 - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

YumChunks — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 09:13:52 +0000

Turmoil has engulfed the galaxy.There is unrest in the podcasting world. A mysterious film has been sent out to theatres. During the premier, members of the YumChunks crew managed to steal the secret movie. Evading the dreaded copyright bots, a group of podcasters have established a new secret cast of After the Credits. Little does the small crew know that the movie they are about to review is **Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker**! Only the most daring crew of podcasters are capable of taking on a movie of this size. After the Credits has been exposed! Can a band of resistence casters, Ryan, Vince, Matt, and Sean, survive the finale of the Skywalker Saga? Listen as they put aside their personal Chunkfire Stories and attempt to cobble together a group summary of the film. And then dive into a lengthy discussion of the perplexing and divisive end to the trilogy of trilogies. We have a bad feeling about this. Happy Life Day everyone! And Happy New Year! Thanks for listening in 2019 and we're excited for more casting in 2020! And don't forget to fill out the survey and vote for your favorites to be featured in our year end round up, the Chunky awards! [https://forms.gle/U3nZ1DiPBpmyLYKk7](http://) * **Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker** Summary - 04:09 * **Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker** Discussion - 21:40

Episode #48 - Frozen 2

YumChunks — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 11:12:00 +0000

Everybody chill! The YumChunks crew is here to kick some ice. And now that Matt is back, they can discuss the new Sonic trailer EVEN MORE, as well as mention some of their Disney+ viewing choices, engage in mild Star Wars prequel bashing, and recount a harrowing tale of water spirits flooding Matt's apartment. All before they dive face first into a lengthy discussion of Disney's sequel to the animated juggernaut **Frozen**, **Frozen 2**. Will they be able to figure out what happens in this children's movie? Or why? Not likely. But they'll certainly have a frigid blast trying. Cause everything freezes, but the cold never bothered them anyway. * Chunkfire Stories - 01:19 * **Frozen 2** Summary - 31:56 * **Frozen 2** Discussion - 34:39

Episode #47 - Knives Out

YumChunks — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 09:31:19 +0000

This podcast has been murdered- and everyone's a suspect! Ryan, Chris, and Sean are here to expose the cunning culprit on this episode of After the Credits. It's a YumChunks mystery! Decipher the clues through testimonies of current gaming interests, work appropriate baby statues, endless Simpsons binging, and delicious chili cook-offs. It all leads to their revealing discussion of Rian Johnsons's wonderful modern whodunit **Knives Out**. And stick around for listener mail and a lengthy follow up discussion of the recently redesigned **Sonic the Hedgehog** trailer as well as a tangental discussion (which no one asked for) about the 'Snyder cut' of Justice League (also, which no one asked for). Can you solve this podcasting caper and discover the guilty party? * Chunkfire Stories - 01:18 * **Knives Out** Summary - 21:10 * **Knives Out** Discussion - 25:42 * Listener Mail - 01:11:36

Episode #46 - Terminator: Dark Fate

YumChunks — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 09:19:03 +0000

Listen, and understand! The YumChunks are out there. They can't be bargained with. They can't be reasoned with. They don't feel pity, or remorse, or fear. And they absolutely will not stop... ever, until they are done talking! And they sure got a lot to talk about this week. So listen in if you want to live, as they discuss DIY escape rooms, the cosmic first person RPG **The Outer Worlds**, a look behind the curtain of high school stage production, the new Netflix docuseries **Unnatural Selection**, and of course, the sixth film (but somehow the 3rd sequel to T2) in the Terminator franchise, **Terminator: Dark Fate**. Mixed emotions and theoretical sequel ideas abound as the guys try and repeatedly fail to avoid bringing up **Terminator: Genisys**. It must be fate. Or is it? And with the holidays upon us, many exciting new episodes of After the Credits are on their way! So stay tuned, cause, we'll be back. (As directed by Paramount Studios, any discussion or mention of the Terminator film franchise must be accompanied by a direct quote somehow implying that a person or persons will, indeed, be back.) * Chunkfire Stories - 02:10 * **Terminator: Dark Fate** Summary - 27:50 * **Terminator: Dark Fate** Discussion - 30:12

Episode #45 - El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie

YumChunks — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 17:11:17 +0000

Now, say our name. Say our name! YumChunks. You’re gosh-dern right. Now let’s get cooking in a downright criminal episode of After the Credits. Closure and callbacks abound in a jam-packed round of Chunkfire Stories as the guys discuss childhood Zelda puzzles, gratification in finally learning After Effects, questing for a Japanese pre-school at church Nerf wars, and knowing how to properly say ‘goodbye’ at the Black Spire outpost in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. And then we take a drive with our old friend Jesse Pinkman, and discuss the storytelling, characters, time jumping, and errands of the Breaking Bad DLC film **El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie**. If you’re not sure how you’re going to be able to listen to all this content, maybe your best course is to tread lightly. * Chunkfire Stories - 02:45 * **El Camino** Summary - 43:53 * **El Camino** Discussion - 46:20

Episode #44 - Joker

YumChunks — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 04:59:00 +0000

Put on a happy face! After the Credits returns after an excruciating two month absence. And boy do they got a gut-buster this week! Punchlines, stories, and shenannigans abound as the boys discuss the sexiness of Riverdale, the wonderful live experience of Lindsey Ellis and Smashmouth, a special PSA about the brilliance and importance of 17th century scientist and naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, and more glamorous filmmaking adventures from Arkansas! But the headliner of course, is the crown prince of crime himself, the guys' take on the stand-alone origin story of the classic Batman nemesis, **Joker**. After this episode you'll realize that this podcast isn't a tragedy, it's a comedy! Even if it isn't all that funny! (But seriously, go look up Alexander von Humboldt.) * Chunkfire Stories - 01:54 * **Joker** Summary - 27:25 * **Joker** Discussion - 30:03

Episode #43 - Big Summer Blowout

YumChunks — Sat, 17 Aug 2019 23:03:27 +0000

It's been over a month, and the YumChunks crew has been busy! It's finally time to catch up and there's so much to talk about in this special After the Credits end of Summer Blowout Spectacular!! Vince regales us with more adventures in the wonderful world of metal detecting, we go into some of our favorite Summer video games, and we share stories of Medieval weddings. Plus- Matt's special Broadway Summer review, our coverage of **Comicon 2019**, including big MCU news and trailer talk, and Ryan and Sean have a mini breakdown of **Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw**. And we top it all off with our review of the Disney "live action" remake of **The Lion King**. And so much more! So tune in, relax, and remanate with us as we wind down the summer. * Chunkfire Stories - 1:40 * Matt's New York Trip and Broadway Review - 26:45 * Sean and Ryan's **Comicon 2019** Coverage - 52:12 * Marvel News and Trailers Discussion - 1:01:44 * **Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw** Discussion - 1:21:48 * **The Lion King** Discussion - 1:31:18

Episode #42 - Spider-Man: Far From Home

YumChunks — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 21:32:33 +0000

Get me YumChunks! Those guys are a podcasting menace! Who knows what nefarious schemes they have cooking up over there at After the Credits! On their latest episode, those podcasting hooligans talk about adventures in metal detecting, the uncanny appeal of Ralph Bakshi cartoons, and the viability of medically induced comas to enhance the viewing of our favorite movies! And of course, they swing into a rousing discussion of the newest entry in the Spider-Man franchise of the MCU, **Spider-Man: Far From Home**. So if fanboy-ing out about a masked vigilante is your idea of entertainment, then tune in as they gush and rave about one of their favorite movies of the year! *YumChunks, YumChunks, They do whatever a chunk can do...* * Chunkfire Stories - 02:00 * **Spider-Man: Far From Home** Summary - 20:48 * **Spider-Man: Far From Home** Discussion - 23:47

Episode #41 - Toy Story 4

YumChunks — Wed, 03 Jul 2019 21:13:56 +0000

It’s the After the Credits **Toy Story 4**th of July celebration! Listen in cause we’re grillin’ up some tasty chunks around the old Chunkfire. So grab some potato salad and a bun as Ryan makes a forced Netflix rom-com recommendation, Chewie chimes in with a mini-review of MIB: International, and we ask questions that shouldn’t be asked in regards to the rules of the Toy Story universe and the messages of existence and purpose in the supposed finale of the beloved Pixar franchise- **Toy Story 4**. We take this podcast to infinity- and a little bit further. Like, past it. * Chunkfire Stories - 02:48 * Toy Story 4 Summary - 22:16 * Toy Story 4 Discussion - 25:52 [Mouseology - The True Meaning of Toy Story](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMbqwK7lfPw) [Sonic Adventure Mashup](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HUefyTw58k)

Episode #40 - Devil May Cry V

YumChunks — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 10:00:46 +0000

Hunting demons is always better with friends, and I found a friend in Aaron Ruiz. Preparing all our most stylish skills, we take on the demons plaguing gamerkind in our review of **Devil May Cry V**. Will this latest entry *be able to fill our dark souls with light*? Let's rock! * Gamer Corner - 1:00 * Backstory - 06:31 * Gameplay Review - 16:09 * Story Review - 38:55 * Final Thoughts - 01:06:21 * Upcoming Games - 01:12:36

Episode #39 - Dark Phoenix

YumChunks — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 21:24:53 +0000

Mutation: it is the key to our podcast. Normally taking tens and tens of movies. But every few episodes, podcasting jumps forward. Bear witness to the next stage of After the Credits as we talk about the latest in that *other* Marvel superhero cinematic universe. Most of the YumChunks team couldn’t be here though, so it’s up to Matt and Sean to fight the good fight. Which includes sparring with some of our current Nintendo Switch faves, wrestling with a truly frustrating Netflix documentary, and using every ounce of our power and cunning to piece together the disparate shards of the X-men movie timeline and figure out where **Dark Phoenix** fits into the roster. So tune in for revelations and fun in this truly uncanny episode. * Chunkfire Stories - 01:34 * Dark Phoenix Summary - 19:18 * Dark Phoenix Discussion - 22:41

Episode #38 - E3 2019

YumChunks — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 22:53:17 +0000

The press conferences are over, the leaks have all been published, the lines have all been waited in- **E3 2019** has come and gone. And YumChunks was there to indulge in all the video game goodness. So listen in as Chris and Sean report live from their homes a week after the show floor closes. Get the hottest takes on how the show felt different this year in Sony’s absence, the latest big announcements from publishers and studios, and release dates for some of the biggest games on the horizon. Plus first-hand accounts of various demos and trailers, including the remake of **The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening**, the **Final Fantasy VII Remake**, **Wolfenstein: Youngbloods**, **Darksiders: Genesis**, **Man of Medan**, **Trine 4**, and more! This bonus episode is all about video games, so get comfortable, turn down the lights, and ready your reflexes. Video games forever!

Episode #37 - Godzilla: King of the Monsters

YumChunks — Sat, 08 Jun 2019 04:42:47 +0000

Boy-o-boy, do we have a monster sized episode of After the Credits for you this week! A titanic talk about a film full of titans. But before we even get to the main event, we solve all the problems with the criminal justice system, air our musical pet peeves, and take you on a blow-by-blow account of a 4D film viewing experience. What's that? You want more? Well, how about a full blown discussion of how much we love **John Wick 3**? And if after all of that, you're still not satisfied, then tune in for our take on the latest gargantuan cinematic spectacle that is **Godzilla: King of the Monsters**. There's enough content here to satisfy a kaiju! 1. Chunkfire Stories - 1:02 2. John Wick 3 Discussion - 20:02 3. Godzilla Summary - 47:12 4. Godzilla Discussion - 50:06 5. Listener Mail - 1:37:46

Episode #36 - Aladdin

YumChunks — Fri, 31 May 2019 06:12:51 +0000

Ahh, welcome! What's that you say? I see... You've come seeking the podcast equivalent of the diamond in the rough? Very good. Look no further. For on this mysterious episode of ATC, you'll find glittering discussions of the Netflix original film The Rim of the World, exotic opinions on the new trailer for Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding, fantastic thoughts on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and of course, magical deliberation on the value and quality of Disney's latest live-action remake, **Aladdin**. The YumChunks crew definitely isn't *speechless* as they show you *a whole new world* of analysis. They always have *one jump* on the latest hot takes. You've certainly *never had a friend like them*. *Prince Ali*. Jump to your favorite episode segments with the timestamps below: Chunkfire Stories 1:15 Aladdin Summary 20:53 Aladdin Discussion 23:17 Listener Mail 1:27:56

Episode #35 - Game of Thrones Season 8

YumChunks — Wed, 22 May 2019 18:57:23 +0000

Night gathers, and now our cast begins. It shall not end until we stop talking. We shall take no breaks, hold all calls, post no stories. We shall never be trending and win very few followers. We shall live and die at our mics. We are the voice in the darkness. We are the Chunks that cast to the realms of men. We pledge our voices to After the Credits, for this cast and all casts to come. -The YumChunks Oath It's the end of a television era. An age. An epoch. And we're to here to talk about all the details, however disappointing they may or may not be. The guys embark on a journey from Star Trek Discovery, to YouTube videos about Final Fantasy VII localization, before delving into the epic feat of debating the values, shortcomings, achievements, and quality of the eighth and final season of HBO's monumental television fantasy saga, **Game of Thrones**. Does it go out in Fire and Blood or get pushed out the moon door? We weigh in on everything Season 8 and more in our longest episode yet- over 2 full hours! It's enough to satisfy a Dornish prince! And now our cast has ended... But don't worry, there'll be more epsiodes soon!

Episode #34 - Pokémon Detective Pikachu

YumChunks — Fri, 17 May 2019 19:05:50 +0000

We want to be the very best, like no podcast ever was! But since that’s probably not gonna happen, we’ll just take being a gym leader for this week’s episode of After the Credits. Tune in as we catch all the hot topics: special Batman and Deep Space Nine Fathom events, our sports highlights reel of local softball and disc golf participation, and our discussion of **Pokémon Detective Pikachu**, and whether its charm and joy is enough to break the “curse” of poorly received video game adaptations. And stay tuned as we read off some listener mail about our Avengers: Endgame discussion and our opinions on other video game movies! It’s super effective!

BONUS Episode #33 - Sonic the Hedgehog Trailer

YumChunks — Sun, 05 May 2019 19:59:41 +0000

That Endgame episode left us so amped and energized! We just had to get back to casting. So here we are, running around at the speed of sound, with a special bonus episode! And we here at After the Credits never shy away from hot-button controversial issues. So listen in as we discuss perhaps the most important artistic text of our modern era- the **Sonic the Hedgehog** movie trailer. What did they do to Sonic's look? Who's the audience for this? Is all the hate deserved? And do we really get into a 'death of the author' discussion in regards to the Sonic the Hedehog trailer? You better believe it! So tune in for this quickie bonus ep. Gotta go fast!

Episode #32 - Avengers: Endgame

YumChunks — Thu, 02 May 2019 05:11:51 +0000

YumChunks, assemble! For an episode of After the Credits of monumental proportions. The culmination of years, the dedication of hundreds, the unprecedented idea of visionaries; it has all lead to this very podcast. So tune in as the guys discuss doggy DNA testing, making movies in Arkansas, marathoning What's Up With That? sketches, and of course, the ultimate finale of the Marvel cinematic saga **Avengers: Endgame**. Does the 3-hour epic make good on a decade's worth of build up, blow us away with visual spectacle, and leave us emotionally and intellectually satisfied? Guess you'll just have to listen in to find out. Whatever it takes.

Episode #31 - Shazam

YumChunks — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 01:41:23 +0000

SHAZAM! Yumchunks Assemble! Today Yumchunks takes look at the newest entry in the DC cinematic canon - the surprisingly pleasant and not very Zack-Snydery film, Shazam! Listen as they hash out how this movie fits in to the wider DC universe, as well as provide more great and terrible Netflix and Indie Game picks. How long can Chris last before he turns full DC fanboy / Marvel hater? Place your bets! Listen and find out! Main Discussion: 22:45

Episode #30 - Us

YumChunks — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 05:35:54 +0000

They hide in our mirrors and shadows. They crawl up from beneath. They wait for their moment in the light. But there is no escape! Because we are always tethered to the After the Credits podcast! Unless you unplug your headphones or something. But come on, don't do that. Cause then you'd miss out on riveting discussions about CostCo memberships, the prescience and mediocrity of Dollhouse, and the interesting composition of thematic and story elements in Jordan Peele's new thriller **Us**. We are our own worst enemies. Something we here at YumChunks are constantly and painfully aware of.

Episode #29 - Kingdom Hearts 3

YumChunks — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 13:00:29 +0000

In a surprise encounter, Chris ran into fellow Keyblade Master Aaron Ruiz. After a long and convoluted discussion they hopped in their gummi ship and took to the airwaves. Find out about what a Kingdom Hearts game is able to do with the Unreal Engine. Will the series come to a satisfying end? Are Darkness and Light two sides of the same coin? What is Xehanort's true objective? Will Mickey ever find true love? What is Kingdom Hearts? Who is the Master of Masters? Why are there more questions than when we began? Some of these and more in our special After the Credits where we break down **Kingdom Hearts 3**.

Episode #28 - Captain Marvel

YumChunks — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:08:59 +0000

Can't tell the difference between a Skrull and a Kree? Don't worry, the YumChunks crew's got you covered in this episode of After the Credits. (Also, as Skrull are a shapeshifting species, it's actually pretty common to not be able to tell them apart. That's kinda their whole *thing*.) The power of the cosmos flows through the cast as we discuss the trials of potty training, continued love for the Nintendo Switch, our hot take on the latest **Avengers: End Game** trailer, and our thoughts on the penultimate entry in the current MCU- **Captain Marvel**. How do we feel about Carol Danvers explosive late entry into the cinematic saga? Push that play button and find out!

Episode #27 - The Lego Movie 2

YumChunks — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 03:16:06 +0000

The YumChunks Master Builders cracked open their box of legos and are putting together one crazy podcast. Listen and play as they discuss the sequel to one of their favorite animated films ever! Does the sequel hold up? What is the difference between book sequels and film sequels? Was the first one a musical? Vague answers to all these questions and more as After the Credits discusses **The Lego Movie 2**. This podcast's gonna get stuck inside your- this podcast's gonna get stuck inside your- this podcast's gonna get stuck inside your he-e-e-e-ead.

Episode #26 - Matt Chewiwie Has Brain Cancer - A Very Special Episode of After the Credits

YumChunks — Sat, 09 Mar 2019 22:36:50 +0000

[GoFundMe](http://www.gofundme.com/Matt-Chewiwie) http://www.gofundme.com/Matt-Chewiwie It's easy to forget how fortunate we all are at After the Credits to be able to have fun and share our thoughts on movies, tv, and pop-culture with you, our listeners. But sometimes life blindsides you; it hits you with something that can knock you on your feet. And you're left reeling. Earlier this year, Matt Chewiwie was diagnosed with brain cancer. For this special episode of After the Credits, we talk with Matt as he shares about his initial hospitalization, brain surgery, recovery from surgery, and his journey forward during this unexpected challenge. With the overwhelming support of family and friends and a truly inspirational attitude, Matt is strengthened and ready for whatever comes next. If you'd like to show your support and donate to help Matt, please follow the links to his GoFundMe and a special Chilis fund raising opportunity, in the description above. Thank you for all your thoughts, donations, and support. It truly means the world to Matt and his family and friends.

Episode #25 - 2018 Wrap Up

YumChunks — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 20:01:54 +0000

Happy New Year! We hope it's beginning with glory for all our listeners. It's only been a few weeks for the ATC crew, but 2019 is already filled with puppies, high school Les Mis productions, wrangling Bird scooters, jury duty, and getting sick and playing the Witness. Before we get too far into the 2019 though, we want to take a moment and look back at some of our favorites as well as some of our more peculiar picks of 2018. So join us as we **Wrap Up 2018** in style and hand out our first ever Chunky Awards as voted on by YOU, the listener. Here's looking to another amazing year of casting in 2019 and from all of us at After The Credits, Thank You!

Episode #24 - Aquaman

YumChunks — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 12:00:55 +0000

Another YumChunks Christmas has come and gone. We take a brief moment to talk about all the wonderful things that happened to us over the holiday. Gifts and Christmas spirit aplenty, for all those near and far. We come at you with DC's latest attempt at redemption with the film **Aquaman**. Is it the true ruler of the seven seas or another floundering attempt, we lay all our cards on the table and learn something new about Chewy in the process. *(But if you just want to hear us talk about the movie, skip to the 28 minute mark.)* We hope you all enjoy, and will see you in the New Year!

Episode #23 - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

YumChunks — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 06:55:49 +0000

The holiday season is in full swing and the YumChunks crew is in the spirit of giving as we have an entire multiverse worth of content for you web-heads this week with the longest running episode of ATC so far! Celebrate the good tidings as we jump into the ongoing exploits of Macauley Culkin, analyze the recent MCU trailers for Avengers: End Game and Captain Marvel, debate the classifications of hot-dogs, attempt to understand some recent anime, and generally goof off, all in the lead up to our discussion of the new Sony animated feature **Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse**. It's a Christmas miracle we got through the episode! (But seriously, if you just want to hear us talk about the movie, skip to the 50 minute mark.) May you all have as much love in your holiday season as we did for Into the Spider-Verse.

Episode #22 - Ralph Breaks the Internet

YumChunks — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:43:48 +0000

Just because we're a bad podcast, doesn't mean we're a *bad* podcast. Plug into the Internet before it breaks and listen to us discuss the cyber sprawling sequel from Disney Animation Studios. Glitch out with the guys as they suggest The Green Book to their grandmothers, ponder on the potential and relevancy of a live action Cowboy Bebop show on Netflix, and discuss the surprising thematic messages and puzzling internet logic of **Ralph Breaks the Internet**. We're gonna wreck it!

Episode #21 - The Crimes of Grindelwald

YumChunks — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 07:18:18 +0000

Let your ears feast this Thanksgiving on the audio bounty of a magical filled episode of After the Credits. The guys bring their most fantastic dishes to share as they discuss the 10th film in J.K. Rowling's epic wizarding world. They taste the flavors of some recent gaming faves like Titan Souls and Picross, bite into the interesting textures of The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and devour the magical mess that is Fantastic Beasts: **The Crimes of Grindelwald**. What better way to relax in your post meal food coma than with your favorite podcasting wizards? Excelsior!

Episode #20 - The Haunting of Hill House

YumChunks — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 07:51:26 +0000

Two episodes in one night?! It's a podcasting miracle! If you couldn't tell by our last episode, we tried to cram too much content into one cast, so we split it up into two sensible portions. Because we are nothing if not sensible. So listen in as the guys continue their mid-November discussion of spooky things as they look for hidden ghosts, pick their favorite Crain family member, and generally rant and rave about the story-telling, technique, and characters in Netflix's **The Haunting of Hill House**.

Episode #19 - Castlevania

YumChunks — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 06:23:11 +0000

It is not by our hands that we are once again given flesh. We were brought here by listeners who wish to pay us tribute. The After the Credits guys are summoned once again to discuss one of their current faves: the second season of Netflix's whip-weilding, vampire-killing, animated action hit. Tune in as they plunge the ancient corners of NPR radio drama, judge the Daredevil TV show seasons, and bathe in the indulgent fun that is **Castlevania** Season 2. What is this podcast? A miserable little pile of secrets. But enough talk, HAVE AT YOU!

Episode #18 - Venom

YumChunks — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 07:25:20 +0000

*WARNING* This special Halloween edition of After the Credits is haunted. During the broadcast, you may hear the voice of a ghost trying to discuss the latest Sony attempt at a super-hero film. We will not be held responsible for any discomfort you may experience as you take in the sounds of this lost soul. Hear it wail as the the guys discuss web-slinging in virtual New York, the state of modern cinematic universes, and whether Venom can stand on its own filmic feet. The sounds you are about to hear may drive you MAAAAAAD! (Okay, but seriously, we had technical problems this episode. Chris sounds awful. We did what we could. We won't hold it against you if you skip this one.) Happy Halloween!

Episode #17 - First Man

YumChunks — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 05:22:48 +0000

Can you believe that humans have been to the moon?! And can you believe that humans have made a movie about how humans have been to the moon? Well, if any of these rhetorical questions intrigue you, then you'll be over that same moon to hear that there is now a podcast where humans talk about that very movie! The human potential is limitless. So tune your receivers to this frequency and listen to the guys discuss the newest Damien Chazelle directed film event. They also gush about The Haunting of Hill House, pick their favorite Murakami books, and ponder the historical accuracies and fun of potential altered history in the Neil Armstrong bio pic **First Man**. It's one small podcast for man, one even smaller podcast for mankind- when you really consider everything.

Episode #16 - Avatar: The Last Airbender Live Action Netflix Show Announcement

YumChunks — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 09:02:39 +0000

Long ago, the five YumChunks casted together in harmony. Then everything changed when Netflix announced a live action remake of the brilliant and much beloved animated series. Only After the Credits, master of all podcasts, could adequately discuss the huge news. Join them on their adventure through the Captain Marvel trailer, their journey across the Insomniac Spider-Man game, and their epic confrontation with the announcement of a brand new live action reimagining of **Avatar: The Last Airbender** on Netflix. When the world needed them most... they stayed up until 2 in the morning recording a podcast. YIP YIP!

Episode #15 - Crazy Rich Asians

YumChunks — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:48:44 +0000

Love is in the air, and it’s making us crazy, in the latest episode of After the Credits. We know you turn to YumChunks for all your romantic-comedy talk, and we’re here to indulge and dish about the current colorful box office romp that’s sweeping the world. Join the guys as they flirt about the legacies of Arrested Development and Sherlock, speculate on the role of Captain Marvel in Avengers 4, and gossip about how well conflict and character is conveyed amidst fairy-tale-like fun and extravagance in **Crazy Rich Asians**. Now to go buy 1.2 million dollar earrings and eat our lobster…

Episode #14 - Mission: Impossible - Fallout

YumChunks — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 04:22:52 +0000

In the dangerous world of podcasting, you never know who you can trust. But YumChunks will stop at nothing to make sure the job gets done in tonight's episode discussing the latest in the Tom Cruise mega action-spy franchise. Ryan finally catches a Netflix original that is not horrible, we deliberate on the recent changes to Movie Pass, and our hearts pound and pulses race as we see if **Mission: Impossible - Fallout** stacks up in this sea of summer blockbusters. This podcast will self-destruct in 5 seconds... so you better hurry up and listen!

Episode #13 - Teen Titans Go! To the Movies

YumChunks — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 03:45:24 +0000

In a world of endless podcasts, where every super crew seems to have their own show, when will YumChunks finally get the recognition it deserves? It might be a while... But until then, listen in as the guys discuss the animated film incarnation of the fan favorite DC teen squad. 48 film fests, modern anime, and blending snarky meta-humor with child-like sensibilities: all these topics and more in our latest episode- **Teen Titans Go! To the Movies**! Crack an egg on it- CA CAW!

Episode #12 - Comic-Con 2018

YumChunks — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 07:55:14 +0000

Gather round ye nerds! It's the biggest pop culture event of the year! And YumChunks was in San Diego for all the geek glory. The guys explore the exotic locales of Catalina, survive the pitfalls of doing a podcast using electricity, discuss the latest trailers from the huge Warner Brothers panel, and find the true meaning of **Comic-Con**.

Episode #11 - Ant-Man and the Wasp

YumChunks — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 05:49:23 +0000

These YumChunks particles are incredible! Enter the Quantum realm of podcasting with the crew as they discuss the sequel to the 2015 Ant-Man and the next installment in the perpetual money maker that is the MCU. Gasp as they buzz of wedding day shennanigans, wonder as they contemplate the impossibility of marketing Avengers 4, and awe as they disect the fun summer flick, **Ant-Man and the Wasp**. Don't judge us by our size, judge us by our mediocre content!

Episode #10 - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

YumChunks — Sat, 30 Jun 2018 03:26:32 +0000

We spared no expense in our epic tenth episode of After the Credits. In the colossal discussion, Ryan, Vince, and Sean weigh in on the merits of glitched speedruns, mourne the tragic absence of Chris and Matt, and attempt to make sense of laser raptors, dino airlifts, and clone legality in **Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom**. We were so preoccupied with whether or not we could, we didn't stop to think if we should.

Episode #9 - Incredibles 2

YumChunks — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 09:08:45 +0000

Two After the Credits episodes in one day?! That's right, boys and girls. When the world needs them, YumChunks is there- this time to discuss the return of Disney Pixar's favorite super-hero family. Suit up as The YumChunks argue over the clarity of age and gender in Bao, grieve over the void of good original Netflix movies, and think way too hard about the validity of **Incredibles 2** as a representation of our inability to emotionally evolve as an audience due to the insistence of corporations and creatives to constantly fixate and anchor us to our childhoods... oh, and dumpling sex. Be incredible and listen in!

Episode #8 - E3 2018

YumChunks — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:22:26 +0000

Gaming's latest mega-show extravaganza has come and gone and we're still recovering. Ryan, Chris, and Sean got a chance to attend this year's E3 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. And none of them were kicked out! To celebrate, they decided to dish on all the demos, trailers, news, and reveals for a special episode of After the Credits. Matt joins them to discuss everything from VR to waiting in line, Smash Brothers to Spiderman, as well as the state of the industry and the role of E3 in gaming's ever-evolving landscape. Get ready to tune in and game on!

Episode #7 - God of War

YumChunks — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 07:24:04 +0000

Forsaken by the YumChunks, Chris and Sean embark on an epic cast spanning the nine realms. Journey with them as they delve into Santa Monica Studio's most recent scion in the titanic franchise. Will they survive the perils of the first video game podcast for After the Credits? Join them as they indulge in their most anticiapted games for 2018, ruminate on the previous entries in the long running series, and determine if the newer, more personal, less rage-filled **God of War** is truly worthy of all the glory and praise. You won't be sorry, you'll be better!

Episode #6 - Solo: A Star Wars Story

YumChunks — Tue, 29 May 2018 08:24:14 +0000

Never has their been a more wretched cast of scum and villainy. YumChunks takes on Disney's latest spin-off film in the Star Wars franchise. Listen in as the most dangerous crew in the galaxy discusses some of their most anticipated film and television due out in 2018, the existence of droid free will, Taco Bell's nacho fries, and the presence of fan service in **Solo: A Star Wars Story**. We have a bad feeling about this...

Episode #5 - Deadpool 2

YumChunks — Fri, 25 May 2018 07:00:46 +0000

The merc with the mouth is back, and so is YumChunks! And we have mouths too! Hear the sounds that come from them this episode as we talk about Weird Al's Ill-Advised Vanity Tour, our emotional capabilities, and whether we think **Deadpool 2** is able to juggle action, comedy, and self-aware story telling in the age of blockbuster comic book adaptations. Maximum effort!

Episode #4 - A Series of Unfortunate Events

YumChunks — Sat, 12 May 2018 09:44:35 +0000

Look away, look away (listen away?), you will find only unhappiness and tragedy here. In this unfortunate episode, the guys talk about Matt's sway on Broadway, some more recommendations, and the uniqueness of Netflix's **Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events** and why it seems to captivate and entertain a wide audience on multiple levels.

Episode #3 - Avengers: Infinity War

YumChunks — Thu, 03 May 2018 06:58:48 +0000

After years building to an unprecedented filmic feat, Marvel Studios releases **Avengers: Infinity War**. An endless all-star cast, the pinnacle of digital effects, a story ten years in the making- only the YumChunks crew can handle this titan. Tune in as the guys discuss local theatre of the Shrek variety, some films to avoid at all costs, and whether Marvel's cinematic behemoth is worthy of the hype.

Episode #2 - A Quiet Place

YumChunks — Thu, 03 May 2018 06:42:26 +0000

The guys gather round and speak as softly as they can to discuss Vince's Hawaiian holiday, some quality Netflix TV, and the horror-thriller **A Quiet Place**. Can they surivive in this brutal world of podcasting where one mistake could be your last? You'll just have to listen to find out. (No, the answer is no, they can't.)

Episode #1 - Ready Player One

YumChunks — Thu, 03 May 2018 06:20:00 +0000

The YumChunks crew is back! After a very long hiatus of family, work, adventures, and soup, the guys regroup to talk about the new film from Steven Spielberg, **Ready Player One**, based on the hit book by Ernest Cline. Despite the break, YumChunks jumps right into their likes, dislikes, and pointless ramblings about film and pop-culture. It's great to be back!