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The Fandom Portals Podcast
"Welcome to Fandom Portals—the show that explores how your favourite fandoms can help you learn and grow!" 🎙️✨
Each episode, we explore TV, movies, comics, and games to reveal how these worlds and the characters in them help us learn about resilience, courage, friendship, and more.
The Fandom Portals Podcast is hosted by Aaron Davies and Adam Brasher, two friends who are obsessed with fandoms, storytelling, and building a community where passion and positivity come first. From Marvel to Middle-earth, Star Wars to indie comics, we dive deep into the stories you love — and how they help us learn and grow. ✨
Episodes
40 episodes
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) – Rocket's Journey from Trauma to True Hero. Found Family, Healing, and the Heart of the MCU
Episode Summary:We dive deep into Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, exploring how this emotional conclusion to James Gunn's trilogy reveals that Rocket's journey was the heart of the series all along. Beneath the spectacle and space...
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Episode 33
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New Mutants (2020) - Are Horror and Superheroes a Perfect Match? Transformation through Connection with the New Mutants
Aaron and Brash explore how Josh Boone's horror-inspired X-Men film New Mutants stands as a fascinating anomaly in superhero cinema. A psychological horror film disguised as an X-Men movie that dares to explore the trauma and isolation...
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Episode 32
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1:37:01
Fantastic Four (2005) Part Two - What Ben Grimm's "The Thing" and Marvel's First Family Teaches Us About Accepting Change
Episode Summary:The Fantastic Four (2005) film shows how gaining superpowers forces its characters to confront deep personal struggles with identity, acceptance, and responsibility. Cosmic radiation transformed four astronauts phy...
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Episode 31
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53:08
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Fantastic Four (2005) Part One - Exploring Doctor Doom's Marvel Legacy. From Julian McMahon to Robert Downey Jr
Episode Summary: Aaron and Brash dive into the 2005 Fantastic Four film, examining its strengths, weaknesses, and lasting impact on superhero cinema. They explore how the film targeted teenage audiences through its soundtrack...
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Episode 31
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) - Part Two: Raphael's Rage and Donatello's Development. Splinter the Master of Mentoring, Family and Ninjitsu!
Episode Overview:What makes a person gravitate toward Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, or Michelangelo? According to Aaron, a classroom teacher by day and podcast host by night, your favourite Ninja Turtle reveals more about your per...
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Episode 30
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1:02:07
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) - Part One: From Sewers to Stardom. How Four Mutant Turtles Changed Action Cinema
Episode Summary:In this bodacious episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, hosts Aaron and Brash shell out their thoughts on the classic 1990 film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. They reminisce about their first encounters w...
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Episode 30
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45:37
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Gabriel (2007) - Part Two: The Untapped Potential of Purgatory and the Powerful Character Arcs of Gabriel and Michael.
Episode Summary:We explore the character arcs of Gabriel, Sammael/Michael, and the fallen angels. We analyze Gabriel's journey from righteous archangel to grappling with humanity, his relationships, and pivotal moments. <...
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Episode 29
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54:58
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Gabriel (2007) - Part One: The Low-Budget Fantasy Film That Defied Expectations
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash take a deep dive into Gabriel (2007), an Australian indie film that took a bold step into the fantasy action genre with a budget of ...
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Episode 29
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47:27
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DragonHeart (1996) – Part Two: The fall of King Einon and Bowen's Heroes Journey. Nostalgic Fantasy and the value of Persistence.
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash continue their deep dive into Dragonheart (1996), exploring Einon and Bowen’s character arcs, the Spoiled King vs. Hero’s Jou...
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Episode 28
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DragonHeart (1996) - Part One: Draco and Sean Connery: How Motion Capture Changed Cinema, Bringing Dragons to Life.
(PART 1) Episode Summary: In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash take a deep dive into Dragonheart (1996), the fantasy adventure that revolutionized CGI with its pioneering work on Dra...
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Episode 28
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44:07
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Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) – A Multiverse Reunion. Was it Hollow Fan Service? Redemption & MCU Future.
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash are joined by Megan from Vigilante Vibes Podcast to break down Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). They explore whether ...
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Episode 27
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54:28
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500 Days of Summer: A Love Story or a Lesson in Heartbreak? ft. Ben Wright from Hot Takes Film Club
Episode Summary:This week on The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron is joined by Ben Wright from Hot Takes Film Club to discuss 500 Days of Summer (2009). They break down the film’s nonlinear storytell...
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Episode 26
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The Crow (1994) – The Best Soundtrack of the 90s, How Eric needed Sarah and Albercht & Cultural Impact
Episode Summary:In this Portaleers Pick episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash dive into the deeper themes of The Crow (1994). They explore character arcs, emotional depth, and what makes th...
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Episode 25
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53:38
The Crow (1994) – Cult Classic, The Tragic Loss of Brandon Lee, Legacy & Behind-the-Scenes Secrets
Episode Summary:In this Portaleers Pick episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash explore The Crow (1994), the gothic cult classic directed by Alex Proyas and starring Brandon Lee...
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Episode 24
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36:05
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Final Adventure or a Misstep? The Legacy of Harrison Ford
Episode Summary:This week on The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron and Brash explore Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), the final chapter in Harrison Ford’s legendary run as cinema’s greatest adventurer. They...
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Episode 23
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1:16:03
Tim Burton’s Big Fish & The Power of Storytelling, Fatherhood and Legacy ft. Thomas from The Joy Schtick Show
Episode Summary:In this episode of The Fandom Portals Podcast, Aaron welcomes Thomas from The Joy Shtick Podcast, Challenge Accepted Podcast, and his newest project, The Sick Burn Podcast. Together...
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Episode 22
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Exploring Star Trek: Diversity, Fandom & The Future of Humanity ft. Frank from The Geek Freaks Podcast
Episode Summary:In this special episode of Fandom Portals, Aaron is joined by Frank from Geek Freaks Network to dive into Star Trek! Whether you’re a seasoned Trekkie or a newcomer, this episode is your gui...
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Episode 21
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52:52
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Sonic 3: Leadership, Shadow Selves & Trust in the Sonic Universe
Episode Summary:In this episode of Fandom Portals, Aaron and Brash dive into Sonic the Hedgehog 3! They explore Sonic’s leadership growth, Carl Jung’s shadow self concept as seen in Sonic vs. Shadow, and th...
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Episode 20
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1:00:39
Celebrating Fandom Favourites: Unveiling 2024's Best Hero, Best Villain and Best Movie
What makes a villain truly unforgettable, and how can a hero's courage inspire our daily lives? Join me as we celebrate the winners of the 2024 Fandom Favourites Awards on the Fandom Portals podcast, where I have the honour of unveiling the com...
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Unravelling The Phantom of the Opera's Enchantment: Gerard Butler Casting, Love, Villains, and Artistry on Set
This week, we explore the complex themes of love, obsession, and beauty in The Phantom of the Opera. As we discuss the film’s emotional impact, production design, and character motivations, we highlight the importance of kindness and self-aware...
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Episode 19
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The Nice Guys, Does the Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe Pairing Work? Exploring Eucatastrophe and Neo-Noir in Comedy
In this episode, we explore "The Nice Guys," a cleverly crafted film that intertwines humor with unexpected twists, making it a rewatchable masterpiece. We tackle the intriguing concept of eucatastrophe within "The Nice Guys," revealing how une...
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Episode 18
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59:10
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Venom 3, The Last Dance: Developing Interdependent Relationships with Eddie Brock and Venom. Is this Tom Hardy's Last Run as Venom?
Aaron and Brash discuss the emotional complexities and character growth seen in “Venom: The Last Dance,” exploring themes of sacrifice, symbiosis, and growth in relationships. From first encounters to in-depth analyses, we uncover what makes th...
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Episode 17
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2024 Fandom Favourites Awards Nominations, Celebrating Cinema and Cinematic Heroes and Villains
FANDOM SHORTS: Join Aaron and Brash as we unveil the inaugural Fandom Favourites Awards, where we spotlight our top picks and invite you to weigh in. Expect a whirlwind tour of cinematic magic, from billion-dollar blockbusters like "Deadpool an...
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24:48
Red One, How Christmas Lore is brought to modern audiences. Does Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson save Christmas?
Join us as I, Aaron Davies, introduce my new co-host, Adam Brasher, to the Fandom Portals family. Plus, meet Ace, Adam's loveable husky, who has enthusiastically claimed the role of our show's unofficial mascot.We then shift our focus t...
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Episode 16
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1:07:50
2024 End of Year Update. What's Next for the Fandom Portals Podcast in 2025?
FANDOM SHORTS: This episode balances Aaron's personal reflections with exciting announcements for the future of Fandom Portals, including the introduction of a new co-host and engaging Fandom Shorts episodes. It emphasises the impo...
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