After The Credits

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

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

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

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

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 Di

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

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 t

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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 -

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

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!

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

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

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

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 ac