Disney Star Wars and Other Things
Brad and Justin break down The Mandalorian, Grogu, and the current state of Star Wars. They cover what works, what doesn’t, and where Disney may be steering the galaxy next.
Gen X Reverb
We’re Gen X Reverb — cousins Kenny, Mark, Adley, and Justin — just four Gen Xers talking about life, culture, and whatever pops into our heads. No deep dives, no agendas — just genuine conversation, laughter, and the occasional nostalgia trip. Our production might not rival NPR, but our passion and authenticity shine through. Join these Latchkey Kids as they reminisce, riff, and keep it real. Gen X Reverb - Let's go!
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We dive into Tron: Ares and break down why this reboot failed to deliver. From the visuals to the story, nothing really landed. Just a plain, underwhelming ride.
A Side Quest: The Hunt for Ben Solo
Adam Driver revealed he and director Steven Soderbergh spent years developing The Hunt for Ben Solo — a Star Wars sequel Lucasfilm liked but Disney shut down. Turns out, the idea didn’t survive because Ben Solo didn’t either. In this Gen X Reverb: Side Quest , Justin breaks down what actually happened and why fans need to stop begging for a Kylo Ren revival. 📰 Sources mentioned: People Magazine –…
93: Kenobi Review: Why Disney+'s Obi-Wan Failed (Andor vs Kenobi)
Brad and Justin rip into Kenobi — No fanboying — just blunt takes on what went wrong with Kenobi and why Andor mattered. If you enjoy what we do, consider supporting us on Ko-fi — and help keep the Fun Dip flowing! Every little bit means the world! https://ko-fi.com/genxreverb
92 - GXR Mini: Why Hollywood Remakes Movies
Why does Hollywood keep remaking movies? The answer will utterly shock you. (No, really—it’s not what you think.) This lightning-fast episode spills the truth in under 30 seconds. Rave reviews are pouring in from the finest small businesses: “An absolute must-listen!” – Gormando’s Street Tacos 🌮 “I give this episode 15 Trapper Keepers!” – Uncle Fudge Mixers Chocolatier 🍫 “I like… really liked…
91 - Lilo & Stitch 2025 Review
In this episode, we revisit the world of Lilo & Stitch — comparing the 2002 animated original with Disney’s 2025 live-action remake. From voices and visuals to cuts, angles, music cues, and even product placement, we talk through what lands, what doesn’t, and how each version brings something different to the table. Whether you watch for the heartfelt themes or the quirky chaos, there’s plenty…
90 - Superman 2025 Spoiler Alert Edition with Bradley
Bradley goes lone wolf and tells you why he thought Superman 2025 was not as good as he was hoping.
89 - Kenny Cruise Review + Entertainment Forecast
In this lively episode, the Gen X Reverb crew dives into Kenny and Hope’s epic cruise through the Mexican Riviera — hear about breathtaking views, shipboard fun, port excursions, and more! 🌊🚢 Then we pivot to the silver screen and break down what’s ahead in entertainment and movies over the next few years — from franchise revivals to risky originals. 🎬 Whether you're a travel junkie, film buff,…
88 - Why the How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action Remake Left Me Lukewarm
I saw the How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake… and I have thoughts. In this episode, I unpack why this remake felt like a clunky cosplay of the original. From jarring diversity choices in a Viking village, to Gobber’s wild prosthetic downgrade, to live-action humans moving like they’re dodging foam axes at a Renaissance fair—it’s all here. I talk about: • Why DEI casting broke immersion •…
87 - Lilo & Stitch Live Action
Sorry, toward the end, all we could do is fade out. We'll make the next episode fun and fire!