Kneel Before Pod

Alien Day -4/26 or April 26th- is once again upon us and Kneel Before Pod celebrates by discussing the franchise's first voyage into the world of television; Alien: Earth season 1. The conversation covers expanding the universe, arrested development and evil billionaires.FeaturingAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloudCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast networkShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy season 1Craig’s reviews of She...

First Contact Day has come around again. It's only 37 years until the big day and to celebrate we cover the middle of the loose trilogy; Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. The conversation covers missed operatic opportunities, the film's influence on the franchise and civilian costuming in Star Trek.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast networkAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud.Show NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of St...

March is behind us and the news cycle continued as always so we break it down. The conversation covers Henry Cavill not being James Bond, non announcements and half naked influencers.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Izaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky or InstagramBo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree.Show NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy season 1Movie ReviewsCraig’s review of SupermanCraig's review o...

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has completed its first season so Kneel Before Pod takes the class and breaks it down in immense detail. The conversation covers expanding the Star Trek universe, fanservice and whether to go full Riverdale.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Darren Mooney - words can be read Second Wind Group or his website and his voice can be heard on The 250 podcast or Dublin’s Q102 radio station. He can also be found on Twitter and BlueSky.Show NotesTV R...

Avengers: Age of Ultron recently celebrated its 10th anniversary so the Kneel Before Pod Avengers assemble to look back on the film. The conversation covers attempts at themes, consistency within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the aversion to endings and much more.FeaturingCraig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network)Aaron Billingham can be found on this very siteKat Kourbeti can be found hereShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.Craig’s reviews of...

January, also known as the longest month of the year, is over and Kneel Before Pod closes it off by discussing the news and trailers that came our way. The conversation covers corporate shifts, respect for source material and getting paid to do nothing. Featuring Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site. Andrew Marshall’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig's reviews of Star Tr...

Another year is in the rear view mirror but the news doesn't sleep during the festive period. The conversation covers more toy movies, Marvel's desperation and ScarJo as franchise catnip. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 Craig’s reviews of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Movie Reviews Craig’s review o...

Kneel Before Pod brings you the second donor requested episode. Donor and superfan Violet Hammond requested we go back to her childhood and discuss Don Bluth’s 1982 classic The Secret of Nimh. The conversation covers taking on Disney, attempted hero’s journeys and the necessity of magical amulets. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site Show Notes ...

Kneel Before Pod brings you the second donor requested episode. Donor and superfan Violet Hammond requested we go back to her childhood and discuss Don Bluth's 1982 classic The Secret of Nimh. The conversation covers taking on Disney, attempted hero's journeys and the necessity of magical amulets. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site Show Notes The pr...

Merry Christmas from all of us here at Kneel Before Blog. For this year’s Christmas Special, we have formed another writer’s room to come up with a future Christmas classic. This year, our writers are tasked with crafting a post-apocalyptic Christmas blockbuster where Santa is one of the few survivors of an apocalypse and works to free the world of the tyranny of a sentient Christmas toy. Geoffrey Wright takes on the role of Santa Claus, using all of the resources at his disposal to save humanity. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We...

Kneel Before Pod gets a MovieVersaries flavour and commemorates the 30th anniversary of Batman Forever. The conversation covers the changing face of superhero movies, merchandising and sanctioning Jim Carrey's buffoonery. Featuring Bo Nicholson’s projects can be found on his Linktree. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network Izaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky or Instagram Show Notes Movie Reviews Craig's review of The Batman Craig's review of The Flash Craig's review of The Long Walk Podcasts The Batman The Flash Misc Th...

November 2025 is over and the festive season is upon us but before that we take care of the business of discussing the news and trailers revealed during the month. The conversation covers more revivals, the return of the romcom and repressed frolicking desire. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Kat Kourbeti can be found here. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and pe...

October is over and the news cycle continues to turn. The conversation covers horror concepts, unnecessary adaptations and the joy of Netflix Christmas. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Kat Kourbeti can be found here. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 Craig's reviews of Cloak & Dagger season 1 Movie Reviews Craig's review of Crimson Peak Craig's review of Th...

Spooky season is in full swing and Kneel Before Pod resurrects the Halloween special. This year we compare and contrast John Carpenter's 1978 classic Halloween with its 2007 remake by Rob Zombie. We discuss setting the standard, directorial artistry and being scared. Featuring Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Angus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloud. Show Notes Reviews Craig's review of Halloween (2018) Craig's review of Halloween Kills Craig's review of A Quiet Place Craig's review of A Quiet...

Recently Craig had the pleasure of talking to actor Dean Redman, who recently guest starred in the first episode of Boston Blue. They discuss acting with CGI, meeting your heroes and the importance of recognising stunts. Show Notes Dean's IMDb Dean's Twitter Dean's Instagram Craig's review of Warcraft: The Beginning Craig's review of War for the Planet of the Apes Craig's interview with Sudz Sutherland If you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter an...

September has ended and Kneel Before Pod brings you a breakdown of the news and trailers from that month. The conversation covers returning to wells, Star Wars back in theatres and recasting Stallone. Featuring Craig McKenzie – here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Izaak Stoakes – Twitter, BlueSky or Instagram Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 Movie Reviews Craig's review of The Long Walk Craig's review of Sovereign Craig's review of Redux Redux Craig's review of Brides Craig’s review of Superman Craig’s review of...

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds completed its third season and Kneel Before Pod boldly goes into a long discussion about the season. We cover priorities, prequel problems, reheated leftovers and much, much more. Featuring Craig McKenzie - here on Kneel Before Blog and on We Are Starfleet (Film Stories podcast network) Chris Mackrell - live Sundays 12 and 2pm GMT on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio. Darren Mooney - words on Second Wind Group and his website, voice on The 250 podcast, Dublin’s Q102 radio station. Also on Twitter and BlueSky. Show Notes Reviews Craig’s revi...

Marvel steps outside the MCU with the debut of their first family in The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Kneel Before Pod hops in a rocket ship to break it down. The conversation covers skipping origins, benevolent fascism and who gets a flying car. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Chris Mackrell can also be found on a Sunday between 12 and 2pm GMT live on Black Diamond FM and periodically on Lave Radio. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Ms...

Another July comes to an end and Kneel Before Pod brings you the usual trailers and news discussion. The conversation covers the state of Star Trek, video game adaptations and pollution fighting superheroes. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Andrew Marshall’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst website. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig's reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 Craig's reviews of The Winchesters Movie Reviews Craig’s review of Superman Craig’s review...

James Gunn's take on the DC universe begins with Superman and Kneel Before Pod looks to the sky to see what they can say about it. The conversation covers comic book styled worlds, originality and Jimmy Olsen's womanising prowess. Craig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast network. Aaron Billingham can be found on this very site. Show Notes TV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Superman & Lois season 1 Craig’s reviews of Superman & Lois season 2 Craig’s reviews of Superman & Lois season 3 Craig’s reviews...