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The Ringer

The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring:
'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week.
'Mint Edition': Steve, Jomi, and Jessica Clemons gather every other week to share their unique takes on the movies and shows that are animating the fandom.
'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and Jessica discuss the latest in the world of video games, from headline-making new releases, to industry trends, to game swaps and nostalgic re-plays.
'Splash Page': Jessica breaks down the latest Easter eggs and theories from all of your favorite content. Not sure if that was a Mephisto reference in the latest 'Loki' episode? Wondering what exactly that post-credits scene means? Eager to know how a new trailer sets up your most anticipated release of the season? Jessica will answer all of those questions and more in her video podcasts.
Follow the new House of R feed for deep dives from Mal and Jo!

The Ringer-Verse

Sharpened pencils down! Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin discuss the momentous, if somewhat scattered, sixth episode of the second season of 'Fallout,' "The Other Player." After sharing their overall review, they recap and dissect each of the (many!) main plot threads and character developments, break down the story revelations, and greet a new guest star with a crucial connection to ‘Fallout’ lore. They also scrutinize a mini–musical number, speculate about what could be coming in the final two episodes, and react to the announcement of a 'Fallout' reality series.

Intro (0:00)‘Fallout’ Episode 6 review (1:25)Barb and Coop (3:48)The Ghoul (26:42)Lucy and Hank (43:42)Maximus and Thaddeus (1:00:30)The Vault dwellers (1:08:38)'Fallout Shelter' reaction (1:20:40)Outro (1:26:05)

Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Daniel ChinProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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Fallout’ Season 2, Episode 6 Reactions | Button Mash

The Boys are back, and they’re here to dive back into the ‘Game of Thrones’ universe. They discuss the highly anticipated first episode of the new series ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.’ Then they jump into a little Nerd News from George R. R. Martin himself.

(0:00) Intro

(5:54) Spoilers Ahead

(7:28) ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 1 Reactions

(1:12:34) Nerd News

(1:27:47) Outro

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman

Producers: Chris Thomas, Jade Whaley, and Aleya Zenieris

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Premiere Reactions | The Midnight Boys

We need to talk! Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin discuss the strong fifth episode of the second season of 'Fallout,' "The Wrangler." After sharing their overall review, they recap and dissect each of the main plot threads and character developments, break down the story revelations, and assess the connections to ‘Fallout’ lore. They also examine the mystery of who ended the world and probe that puzzle’s implications for the rest of the series.

Intro (0:00)Overall review of the episode (1:46)Hank catch-up (5:32)What’s new with Norm (13:02)Lucy and the Ghoul (27:05)Coop and House (53:20)Outro (1:25:23)

Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Daniel ChinProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘Fallout’ Season 2, Episode 5 Reactions | Button Mash

The Boys are back, and they’re here to give you the best primer for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms': the best ‘Game of Thrones’ crash-outs. But before they get to that, they give you a bit of Nerd News, with Sebastian Stan joining ‘The Batman Part II.’

(0:00) Intro

(16:58) Nerd News

(37:23) ‘Game of Thrones’ crash-outs

(1:28:21) Outro

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman

Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Jade Whaley

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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Top ‘Game of Thrones' Crash-Outs | The Midnight Boys

Viva New Vegas! Ben Lindbergh and Daniel Chin climb into their T-45 armor to analyze the fourth episode of the second season of 'Fallout,' "The Demon in the Snow." After sharing their overall takes on the episode, they check in on the Vault dwellers, Maximus and the Brotherhood, and Coop/the Ghoul and Lucy and examine how the show's core characters and factions are reacting to the stress of wasteland life. They also reflect on the Brotherhood's lax security, the deathclaw design, and 'Fallout' lore revelations before discussing what they'd like to see in the second half of the season. Finally, Ben talks to Joe Sanabria, the lead artist for 'Fallout: New Vegas,' about bringing the game's look to life, how the Strip translated to TV, and how 'New Vegas' would be different if it were made (or remade) today.Intro (0:00)‘Fallout’ Season 2, Episode 4 reactions (2:55)Vault dwellers recap (5:27)Maximus and the Brotherhood (19:45)Coop/the Ghoul and Lucy (33:58)Interview with Joe Sanabria (1:01:11)Outro (1:29:42)Host: Ben LindberghGuests: Daniel Chin and Joe SanabriaProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘Fallout’ Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions | Button Mash

It’s 2026 and the Midnight Boys are back! The guys react to the Avengers: Doomsday teasers before getting into their predictions for the box office, critical success and more on all things fandom in 2026. Intro (0:00)

Nerd News - Avengers: Doomsday Teasers (03:15)

Over/Unders of 2026 (13:41)

Outro (01:47:11)Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanProducers: Jon Jones and Jade WhaleyAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Avengers Doomsday Teasers + Over/Unders of 2026 | The Midnight Boys

Ben, Matt James, and Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier start a new save file for 2026! First they sum up the subjects they think will define the year, from 'Grand Theft Auto VI' to the Steam Machine to rising prices to anti-AI sentiments. Then they select their most anticipated games of 2026 in several categories and wrap up with big-picture predictions.

Intro (0:00)Big questions about the year (3:45)Most anticipated games (35:34)2026 predictions (1:29:12)Outro (1:41:42)

Host: Ben LindberghGuests: Matt James and Jason SchreierProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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Our Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026 | Button Mash

Hot dawg! Ben and Van Lathan suit up to discuss the lore-stuffed third episode of the second season of 'Fallout,' "The Profligate." After sharing their overall review, they check in on Lucy, Coop/The Ghoul, and Maximus, and examine how the episode's themes and plot lines tie together. They also reflect on the merits of talking to dogs, compare and contrast crucifixion methods, break down bathroom conversation etiquette, bemoan anti-ghoul discrimination, and more.

Intro (0:00)‘Fallout’ Episode 3 recap (6:32)Outro (1:08:27)

Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Van LathanProducer: Devon RenaldoAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘Fallout’ Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions | Button Mash

The Boys are back for their end-of-the-year review of all things nerd-verse and their Midnight Mulligans rankings!

(10:13) 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'

(13:56) 'Wicked' Part 1

(18:04) 'Captain America: Brave New World'

(34:17) 'Daredevil: Born Again'

(34:58) 'Sinners'

(38:34) 'Thunderbolts*'

(40:22) 'Andor' Season 2

(40:53) 'The Last of Us' Season 2

(55:43) 'Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning'

(58:03) 'Ballerina'

(59:58) 'Ironheart'

(1:03:19) 'Jurassic World Rebirth'

(1:05:37) 'F1'

(1:08:15) 'Superman'

(1:13:21) 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'

(1:17:37) 'Alien: Earth'

(1:18:59) 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle'

(1:25:36) 'One Battle After Another'

(1:41:36) 'Peacemaker' Season 2

(1:41:43) 'Gen V' Season 2

(1:44:26) 'Predator: Badlands'

(1:44:55) 'The Running Man'

(1:45:04) 'Wicked: For Good'

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman

Producers: Chris Thomas, Jade Whaley, Aleya Zenieris, and Sarah Reddy

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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Best Movies and TV of 2025: Midnight Mulligans | The Midnight Boys

With various hosts scattered or taking time off for the holidays, Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan toss out the typical Recommends format for this month and devote the whole episode to one show that hasn't been covered on The Ringer-Verse or ‘House of R’: ‘Pluribus.’ Ben and Van explore what made Vince Gilligan's Apple TV series a challenging yet fulfilling watch, discuss what sets the series apart from other sci-fi fare, and look ahead to a (distant) second season. Happy New Year!

Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Van LathanSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman
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Our Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026 | Button Mash

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