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Mal and Jo jump right into another deep dive on Episode 4 of 'Lanterns,' and somehow we’re already halfway through Season 1! They break down some major theories surrounding the Manhunters, the growing mystery and increasingly strange events unfolding in Rushville, and the complicated dynamic between Hal Jordan and John Stewart as their relationship continues to spiral downwards—or perhaps evolve!(00:00) Intro(03:52) Opening snapshot(20:30) Hal’s Sinestro visit continues(51:16) John shops with the townies(58:31) Water tower recon(01:04:09) Bringing Kerry up to speed(01:10:25) Lianna pays John…
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House of R
The Ringer · Film & TV · English
Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and charac
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29 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 19 min
'Lanterns' Episode 7 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into 'Lanterns' Episode 7. From the Halogram, to Noah Macon's ceremony and the reappearance of a significant character, your favorite Lanterns have you covered. (00:00) Intro (3:55) Opening snapshot (14:50) Deep dive (15:50) “Brother, it’s all that matters.” (58:28) “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” (1:09:33) “I was in jail? I was in love?” (1:29:12) “Biggest thing to happen in this town.” (1:35:29) “You’re real.” (1:45:59) “I ever teach you about Einstein-Rosen bridges?” (1:52:21) What in the Half-Blood Prince…? (2:02:00) “I’m fearless 'cause I’m broken.”…
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22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 44 min
'Lanterns' Episode 6 Deep Dive
Jo is joined by Rob Mahoney to dive into Episode 6 of 'Lanterns.' Our guardians speculate about Noah Macon and his role in the story, discuss the story's shift to 2026, offer their Sinestro thoughts, and more. (00:00) Intro(03:24) Opening Snapshot(19:42) Deep dive(29:38) John gets into the panic industry(33:32) Where’d you go, Bernadette?(38:31) Tell no one(49:15) The scene of the crime(51:35) Chekhov’s bachelor pad(01:02:31) Autopsy table for one(01:05:21) Fortress of storage(01:10:08) Billy, don’t be a hero(01:14:16) Noah wants to be president? I’m sure this is fine.(01:16:38) Don’t be…
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18 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
House of HorroR: Resident Evil
Mal and Jo bring you their thoughts on game turned horror movie, ‘Resident Evil.’ They first discuss Mal’s 40th birthday and how she bravely ventured into it by watching a horror movie. They touch on their shared love of Austin Abrams, and how the filmmaking of this movie rounded out the world and added to the narrative. (00:00) Intro (06:24) Opening Snapshot (28:50) Homework? (29:17) Mallory’s Horror Movie Primer (34:54) Our History with the Franchise (36:54) Resident Evil: A Quick Scamper Through Raccoon City (37:25) This Is So…Funny? (48:31) What Makes a Good Video Game Adaptation?…
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14 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 40 min
‘Lanterns’ Episode 5 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo dive deep into Episode 5 of ‘Lanterns’ as the action ramps up heading into the final stretch of the season!They break down the pivotal chaos that ensues, the latest Manhunter theories surrounding the Macons in Rushville, and the complicated morals and relationships driving each character down their individual paths.(00:00) Intro(04:37) Opening Snapshot(29:25) Kerry Joins Flashback Bangs Hall of Fame(56:54) Hal’s Final (?) Lesson to John(01:12:27) Zoe’s Final Lesson to Noah(01:24:22) Hal and Hal and Kerry(01:31:39) Zoe Gets Under John’s Skin(01:47:35) Experiencing the Pleasures of…
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11 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 59 min
‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Season 5 Rewatch (Part 2)
Mal and Jo are back in Spike’s crypt to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch! This time, they’re breaking down the second half of Season 5 (Episode 11, “Triangle,” through Episode 22, “The Gift”). They dive deep into two of the best episodes of the series, discuss what worked so well about this stretch of episodes, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro(06:31) Opening Snapshot(21:55) Our favorites: “The Body”(01:17:04) Our favorites: “The Gift”(01:52:55) Superlatives Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant:…
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3 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 11 min
‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Season 5 Rewatch (Part 1)
Mal and Jo are finally back in Sunnydale to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch! This time, they’re breaking down the first half of Season 5 (through Episode 10, “Into the Woods”). They talk about an incredible Spike episode, say goodbye to Riley, discuss the introduction of Dawn, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives! (00:00) Intro(02:55) Opening Snapshot(45:12) Our favorite: S5E7, “Fool for Love”(01:13:26) Superlatives Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant: Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi…
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31 Aug 2026 · 2 hr 22 min
‘Lanterns’ Episode 3 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into "OutKast," the third episode of ‘Lanterns.’ They talk about the reveal of John’s origin story, his parents’ deal with the Guardians, John’s interview, and more! (00:00) Intro(03:49) Opening snapshot(38:10) John’s interview begins(01:00:16) The Ring chooses John Sr.(01:11:59) Bernadette makes a bargain with the Guardians(01:21:13) John’s Gray Wolf mission(01:27:50) Bernadette and John Sr. form a plan(01:40:16) Lianna inserts the Hal wedge(01:45:12) John learns his path(01:48:11) Shooting lessons(01:50:01) John’s long walk home(01:53:59) John learns the…
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27 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
'Oppenheimer' With Sean Fennessey | Nolan Revisited
Mal and Jo sit down with Ringer guest Sean Fennessey! They discuss the special Orioles moment for Mal and Jo this past weekend, go into a general discussion about 'Oppenheimer' to prime up the conversation, and then proceed to dive into each of their 15 superlative picks for the film.(00:00) Intro(13:29) Oppenheimer revisited(1:00:10) SuperlativesHosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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24 Aug 2026 · 2 hr 16 min
‘Lanterns’ Episode 2 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the second episode of ‘Lanterns,’ “Trust Fall.” They talk about everything from Hal’s detective work to our first look at Sinestro! (00:00) Intro(08:15) Opening Snapshot(22:58) 2016(32:06) Cold open(46:30) Hal works the case(53:14) A very harried Sheriff Kerry(01:01:57) Of corpses and mansions and super suits(01:17:58) Hello, Earl!(01:20:05) John (and his bird) get Lantern-napped(01:23:29) Kerry and Hal team up(01:32:41) Of Manhunters and Red Lanterns???(01:40:33) Sheriff Kerry’s very wary(01:48:24) Trust is running very thin in Rushville,…
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21 Aug 2026 · 58 min
The 2026 Fall Hype Meter Live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Mal and Jo are live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this fall season! Plus, the Voice of the Orioles, Kevin Brown joins the show! (00:00)(01:15) Fall Hype Meter(06:06) ‘Resident Evil’ and ‘Whalefall’(08:47) ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’(10:54) ‘Threshing Day’ and ‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’(12:58) ‘Practical Magic 2’(14:05) ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Season 3(15:52) ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’(17:26) ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’(19:26) ‘Blade Runner 2099’(21:54) ‘Hope’(23:26) ‘Wicker’(27:08) ‘Dead Beat’(28:38)…
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