
Play Pause Turn - Games, Movies, TV & Books
By Alex Hansford & Jon Evans
Expect irreverent opinions, tangents a plenty and genuine reactions to shows and stories that the team love and hate!

Play Pause Turn - Games, Movies, TV & BooksAug 10, 2023

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Play Pause ReTurn
Jon and Alex return to talk about the books, games and TV/movies they have been enjoying over our longer-than-expected hiatus.
Includes chat about:
- Jedi Survivor
- Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
- Playdate
- Modern Warfare 3
- Ted Lasso
- Guardians 3
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- Foundation
- Silo
- Red Moon by Kim Stanley Robinson
- The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
- The News Agents podcast
- The Rosewater Trilogy by Tade Thompson
- FoundrySide series by Robert Jackson Bennett

The Flash - First Impressions

THE LAST ONE OF US
Bobby, Amy, Jon and Alex regroup to talk through the stunning The Last of Us series. Spoilers throughout, but no swearing or gratuitous violence here.

Ant-man and the Wasp: QuANTuMANia
The team are back and ready for action! We pull-apart the third film in the series and the first Phase Five film of the MCU.

Andor and Avatar 2
Jon and Alex delve into the web of intrigue, action and the Empire in the sleeper-hit of Andor. We also share early spoiler-free thoughts on Avatar: The Way of Water - to help you decide whether to take the plunge.

Wakanda Forever
The team give their thoughts on Marvel's touching Black Panther sequel and the concluding film of Phase 4.

I got two words for ya - Apple, Samsung!
It's time for a long-time grudge-match between the two titans of tech: Apple & Samsung!
Jon & Alex go in-depth about their loves and frustrations for each platform and their recent releases. Get your hot dogs and drinks ready, it's gonna be a long one!

Disney D23 roundup - to 2023 and beyond!
Amy, Jon & Alex join to discuss the announcements that came with this year's Disney's D23 conference and what they might mean for the Disney, Marvel & Star Wars universes.

From the archives: Holiday Gadgets
While we were digging through our treasure trove of recordings, we found an unaired episode!
A little later than intended (the weather has already changed!), enjoy our suggestions for keeping up with watching, reading and playing whilst away from home.

Return of the King
We're back and normal service resumes!
Bobby, Alex & Jon regroup after a summer hiatus to share what they have been watching and playing over the summer, as well as sharing anecdotes with a royal connection.

Thor: Love and Blunder
The new Thor film is here!
Is Thor a winner or a loser in the battle for Jane's affections and the fates of the Gods? Jon and Alex put their Thor helmets on and give their verdict on Taika Waititi's follow-up to Thor Ragnorok.

Hello There - our review of Obi-Wan Kenobi
The intrepid council of Play Pause Turn elders give their verdict on the latest addition to Star Wars canon - Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+.

WWDC we're having a smashing time
Jon (Apple fan) & Alex (Apple critic) digest and enthuse about the latest announcements from Apple including new laptops, updates to iOS/iPad OS and Mac OS and what this means for the future.

Star Wars: The Colon Wars - Celebration teasers and Obi-Wan first impressions

Doctor Strange 2 - Marvel Madness (our review)
The team have watched the latest Marvel blockbuster - Doctor Strange 2: the Multiverse of Madness (some several times) and regroup to give our considered opinion and analysis. Expect (spoiler-filled) talk of stellar performances, comic origins, epic cameos & future marvel plans. Let's go!

Doctor Strange 2 - post-film first impressions (SPOILERS)
Listen to our Spoiler-filled immediate thoughts.

The Batman (only wears his suit at night)
It's almost a full-house for our review of The Batman, Matt Reeves take on our titular superhero who keeps being reborn in ever darker guises.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Mark

Let's Go (Almost) West
Jon & Alex talk through the newly released PlayStation-exclusive Horizon Forbidden West - without spoilers, mainly as it's a massive game and we're not finished yet!
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford

Game On
Jon, Bobby & Alex talk through their current favourite games and their hopes for gaming in 2022. Expect lots of talk about well-known favourites, upcoming games - and FIFA.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla

The Expanse

Spider-Man: No Way Home vs Matrix Revolutions
The team share their thoughts on two different films: one is an action-packed exploration on the world around us & our impact on loved ones in an increasingly digital world. The other is Matrix Revolutions. 😉
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Mark

Ghostbusters Afterlife
Mark, Bobby, Amy & Alex share their loves and hates of the latest supernatural installment of Ghostbusters - Ghostbusters Afterlife.
Hosts:
- Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Mark

This Film Is Rated Eternal
Jon & Alex dissect the latest Marvel blockbuster - Eternals - to navigate their 7,000 year history of guiding the human race. They also discuss where this new installment will take the MCU next.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford

No Time To Play Pause Turn
It's almost a full-house with Jon, Bobby, Mark & Alex having seen the latest (and potentially final) James Bond blockbuster in the cinemas.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Mark
![[Play Pause Turn Extra] Bobby and Jon watch Dune](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/14216180/14216180-1635282309060-9807d1587cc7d.jpg)
[Play Pause Turn Extra] Bobby and Jon watch Dune
Jon and Bobby were lucky enough to get seats at the BFI IMAX to see the new film from Denis Villeneuve, reimagining Frank Herbert's Dune.
Here are a few thoughts from them both recorded live on the evening.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla

Play Pause Spawn
Jon & Alex return to the topic of gaming and give our thoughts on what they have recently played on all the consoles. We also share our hopes for upcoming releases in 2021 and beyond.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford

Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings
Mark, Jon and Alex review the latest Marvel masterpiece - Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - and are plesantly surprised!
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Mark

New Things We Have Tried including Free Guy
The gang talk through what they've done over the summer and share their thoughts on a recent release - Free Guy, featuring Ryan Reynolds.
If you don't want to hear spoilers about Free Guy, skip forward to 31:28.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey

The Suicide Squad
It's a full house! Jon, Mark, Bobby, Alex & Amy join forces to talk about another motley crew from DC who have finally turned good - it's The Suicide Squad!
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey
- Mark

John Wick
Jon, Bobby, Amy & Alex all discuss everything that's great about Keanu Reaves most successful series - John Wick.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/itsbobbyrevilla
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey

Comfort TV
Jon and Alex share some of their comfort TV that they can't stop re-watching.
Hosts:
Jon - twitter.com/jonprevans
Alex - twitter.com/alexhansford

What is next for the Big Three?
6 months after the release of the next-gen consoles, and hot off the heels of E3, Jon & Alex discuss what has gone well for Microsoft, Sony & Nintendo - and what could be coming in the future.
Hosts:
Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford

Loki and Black Widow
After a Marvel-heavy weekend, the crew share their thoughts on the Loki TV series and the Black Widow movie.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey

What Are You Reading?
The team share their favourite 2021 reads so far.
Hosts:
Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
Amy - https://twitter.com/awakey

What Are You Playing?
The team share their favourite games that they have been enjoying over the past few months.
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/ItsBobbyRevilla

What are you streaming?
The UK-based telly addicts share their thoughts on what they've been watching on streaming services big and small.
Mainstream services:
- Disney+
- Amazon Prime
- HBO Max
- Netflix
- YouTube
- Apple TV+
- Sky Box Sets/On Demand
- BritBox
Niche services:
- Curiosity Stream
- Nebula
- floatplane
- Crunchyroll
Film recommendations:
- Love and Monsters
- Mitchells Vs the Machines
- Let Him Go
- the film with fat Russell Crowe where he is a psychopath chasing that poor woman
TV recommendations:
- The Irregulars
- The Expanse
- For All Mankind
- Shadow and Bone
- The Invincibles
- Corridor Digital Youtube Channel (X-Files)
- Dust (Youtube)
- Unforgotten
- El Inocente
- Bitter Daisies
- Superstore
- The Good Place
- The Rookie
Anticipated series:
- Locke and Key
- Foundation
- The Wicked + The Divine
- Love Death + Robots S2
- Kenobi
- Quiet Place II
- She-Hulk
Hosts:
- Jon - https://twitter.com/jonprevans
- Alex - https://twitter.com/alexhansford
- Bobby - https://twitter.com/ItsBobbyRevilla

Should you buy an EV in 2021?
The intrepid UK-based team move onto a different topic that's close to their heart - Electric Cars (or EVs for short). With three electric owners within the team, they discuss the pros and cons of going fully electric.
Links:
- Compare real-world EV ranges - ev-database.org
- EV Experience Centre
- Drive Electric
Alex's recommended cars:
John's interesting cars:
Hosts:
- Jon – @jonprevans
- Alex – @alexhansford
- Amy - @awakey

The Falcon and The Winter Soldier
The intrepid UK-based team share their thoughts on the latest Disney+ streaming series - The Falcon and The Winter Soldier.
As massive Marvel fans, expect some critical but positive praise, as well as our thoughts on where this takes the MCU going forward.
Hosts:
- Jon – @jonprevans
- Alex – @alexhansford
- Mark

The #WeinerCut - Jack Snyder’s Justice League
New place, same old faces – the intrepid crew of UK based geeks start by tackling a recent streaming/VoD release – Jack Snyder’s Justice League.
Expect some pros and cons (it’s not perfect) – then let us know your thoughts!
Hosts:
- Jon – @jonprevans
- Amy – @awakey
- Alex – @alexhansford
- Bobby – @itsbobbyrevilla

Welcome to Play Pause Turn
Welcome to our new podcast! If you haven't heard from us before, our UK-based hosts are TV, movie and comic book geeks through and through - and we share our thoughts on latest releases, old favourites and interesting topics every fortnight.
Take a listen to a snippet of some good bits, and if you like what you hear, please subscribe!
Chat to us - @playpauseturn
Website - playpauseturn.show
Hosts: Jon, Bobby, Mark, Amy & Alex