David Chen

Reacting to 'The Matrix: Resurrections' Trailer (with Patrick H. Willems)

This morning I decided to hop onto my YouTube channel with Patrick H. Willems to dissect, speculate, and geek out about the new Matrix: Resurrections trailer. I decided to break my typical "No trailers" rule because I'm just so excited about this film! Note: If you are trying to go into Matrix: Resurrections unsullied, then do not watch this trailer or listen to our discussion about it, obviously.

Otherwise, I hope you enjoy this one-hour-long conversation about the 3-...

'What If...Zombies?' Review (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of What If...? which is streaming right now on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 5. This one kind of goes off the rails at the end! We record without a net each week and you get to hear the results. 

You...

My 'Shang-Chi' Video Review

Here's my non-spoilery video review of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Short version: It's great! See it in a theater if you feel safe to do so.

This one meant a lot to me. Thanks, as always, for your support!

'What If...Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead of His Hands?' Review (with Dan Gvozden)

[Note: I tried out a new audio setup today and it didn't go super well so the audio you'll hear is straight from the YouTube stream. Hope it still sounds okay to your ears.]

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of What If...? which is streaming right now on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast...

The Mike Richards Fiasco, What It's Like to End a Podcast, Shang-Chi Initial Thoughts (with Joanna Robinson)

David and Joanna discuss what went down with Jeopardy host Mike Richards and what it's like to end a long-running podcast. Plus, they share initial (non-spoilery) thoughts on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

$10+ Patrons: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app. 2021-09-02 00:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post

Going Bald (with Daanish Syed)

Alright folks: This is a personal one. I had a chat with my friend Daanish Syed about what it's been like to go bald. We discuss our history with baldness, bald solutions such as Rogaine, hair plugs, and toupees, and the possibility of scalp micropigmentation. 

I am grateful for all of you Patrons for letting me put more interesting conversations into the world. I know this is not what I usually cover with my Patreon content. I hope that you find it interesting/amusing/insightful, ...

'What If...The World Lost Its Mightiest Heroes?' Review (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of What If...? which is streaming right now on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 3.

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patre...

'What If…T’Challa Became a Star Lord?’ Review (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of What If...? which is streaming right now on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 2.

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patre...

Early Access: Dave on Dave - Going on Vacation, External Validation, TikTok Status Update (with David Cho)

Dave on Dave is an ongoing series in which David Cho and David Chen gather together to discuss life and work. Also, usually David Cho uses this as an opportunity to critique David Chen's work and approach to it! 

In this episode, David Chen is on the verge of going on vacation and the two Davids contemplate the place of vacation in their lives. Also: why do we take vacation photos? Plus, David gives an update on his TikTok presence. 

Patrons get early ac...

'The White Lotus: Season 1' Review (with Tara Ariano)

David is joined by Tara Ariano to discuss the first season of The White Lotus. Spoilers for the entire show abound!

Patrons: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app.

Links:

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'What If... Captain Carter Were The First Avenger?' (with Dan Gvozden)

(Several) Fans demanded it! We responded! Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of What If...? which is streaming right now on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 1, 'What If... Captain Carter Were The First Avenger?'

You can get this audio in your...

'The Suicide Squad' Post-Watch-Along Discussion

Thanks to all those who tuned into last night's watch-along of The Suicide Squad! What an awesome movie. Here's a recording of the chat we had afterwards. I really enjoyed it. Thanks for being Patrons and hope y'all had a good time. 

Patrons: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS li...

Actually, This Olympics Has Been Great for Women's Gymnastics

In this bonus audio, @joyonapping reflects on the Tokyo Olympics. It's the final day of competition for women's gymnastics, and the overwhelming storyline was supposed to be Simone Biles' dominance. But Joy asks: What if the stories we are seeing unfold are even better? 

Note: Due to Twitter's overzealous security, Joy's handle has changed from @joyofnapping to 2021-08-03 01:38:48 +0000 UTC View Post

STARTING SOON at 6PM Pacific: 'The Suicide Squad' Watch-Along

Hey Patrons!

This Thursday (8/5), HBO Max is releasing James Gunn's The Suicide Squad (1 day earlier than originally planned). I think it's a great opportunity for us to do another watch-along together! So, at 6PM Pacific on Thursday, simply click on the Zoom link above (or below):

2021-08-02 22:51:11 +0000 UTC View Post

'Snake Eyes: GI Joe Origins' Spoiler Discussion (with Matt Singer)

Earlier this evening, I did an Instagram Live video with Matt Singer from Screencrush.com to discuss Snake Eyes: GI Joe Origins. Sadly, the audio is a bit too rough for me to feel good uploading it as a podcast, but I've uploaded the video to Vimeo and am making it available to you here in Patreon. You can also watch it on IGTV if that's easier for you. 

Come watch me t...

Visiting Family, The Information Gap, Befriending Famous People (with Joanna Robinson)

David and Joanna discuss the importance of visiting family, the troubling trend of anti-vaccine disinformation, and what it's like to befriend famous people. 

Patrons: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app.

Links: 

• 2021-07-23 19:40:53 +0000 UTC View Post

Reacting to the latest Dune trailer

Hello! Here's @joyofnapping and I discussing the latest 3:30 long trailer for Dune. 

• Watch the full Dune trailer here. 
• You can watch the last one of these reaction videos we did right here. 

'Space Jam: A New Legacy' Quick Reactions

David and @joyofnapping dive into Space Jam: A New Legacy, which might've broken one of our brains. 

P.S. We recorded this in an echo-y apartment, so apologies that the audio quality might be a bit rougher than normal. 

'Infinite' Review (with Tara Ariano)

UPDATE: Whoops - an earlier version of this audio went out without a clip in the middle. People heard me introduce Mark Wahlberg only to hear total silence. Despite all appearances, this was not intentional. This has now been fixed. Re-download if you desire! Original post follows.

Tara Ariano joins David to discuss Marky Mark's latest sci-fi snoozer, Infinite. We all know this movie isn't that great - but why and how? Tara and David attempt to figure it out. 2021-07-16 05:56:04 +0000 UTC View Post

'Loki' S1E6 - For All Time, Always (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of Loki on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 6, "For All Time, Always."

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, ...

Ethics in Online Journalism, Re-entering The World, Black Widow Spoilers (with Joanna Robinson)

David and Joanna Robinson discuss what happened over at IGN this week, what it's been like to re-enter the world. Plus: some Black Widow talk with some spoilers.

'Loki' S1E5 - Journey Into Mystery (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of Loki on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 5, "Journey Into Mystery."

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, ...

Dave on Dave: Setting personal goals, the mystery of Brett Kavanaugh, the meaning of July 4th (with David Cho)

Hey folks: Trying something different this week by publishing Dave on Dave onto the main Culturally Relevant feed (I try to do this from time to time to let people know what they can expect on the Patreon page).

Thanks for making these episodes possible! I wouldn't be making them without your support and I appreciate you giving me the space to try new and more personal ways of creating things. 

Listen by clicking on the link above or 2021-07-04 22:44:41 +0000 UTC View Post

Here's our post-watch-along chat for 'No Sudden Move'

Thanks for those who gathered last Thursday to watch No Sudden Move together! As usual it was a fun time in the chatroom and in the Zoom hangout afterwards.

Above you'll find the Zoom recording of our post-movie chat for those who couldn't tune in and want to still experience the vibe. Note: Sorry for how close up to my face my video is. I was trying a new setup and clearly there are still refinement...

'Loki' S1E4 - The Nexus Event (with Dan Gvozden)

Every week, I'm going to hop on my YouTube channel with Dan Gvozden to discuss the latest episode of Loki on Disney+. And as Patrons, you get the audio-only version in podcast form for your convenience! This week we recap season 1 episode 4, "The Nexus Event."

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going...

'Black Widow' Quick Reactions (NO SPOILERS)

This evening @joyofnapping and I had the chance to watch Black Widow, which will be out in theaters and available via Disney+ on July 9th. Here's a quick conversation we had about it that I recorded on my iPhone.

You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/davechen, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app.

NOTE: 2021-06-30 05:15:00 +0000 UTC View Post