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The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love

David Thompson, Emmett McMahon

Booking Overview

This is an entertainment news and review podcast focused on major film and television franchises, with occasional external appearances from established pop-culture commentators and entertainment media personalities. PR agencies could credibly pitch franchise analysts, entertainment journalists, and creators with informed perspectives on superhero and blockbuster properties; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need recognizable niche authority or media credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 167

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 10.4k subscribers

Instagram: 24.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

contact@thedirect.com

sales@mediavine.com

briangrodzki@thedirect.com

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Host

David Thompson - Entertainment podcast host covering film and television news, reviews, and major blockbuster and comic-book franchises.

Emmett McMahon - Entertainment podcast host covering film and television news, reviews, and major blockbuster and comic-book franchises.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Entertainment journalists, pop-culture commentators, franchise analysts, and media personalities with expertise in major film and television properties.
Required Achievements:  
Established entertainment media presence, Expertise covering major film and television franchises, Recognizable audience or platform in pop-culture media

Recent Guest Discussions

Matt Roembke - Review Of Spider-man: Brand New Day.

Erik Voss - San Diego Comic-con Preview, Avengers: Doomsday, And Major Film And Television Franchise News.

Recent Topics

Superheroes, Marvel, Star Wars, Film, TV

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Secret Wars Delay Odds Skyrocket & Lanterns Closes Out Its First Chapter

October 05, 2026

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss the delayed Avengers: Secret Wars production, the final VisionQuest trailer, and Matt Reeves stepping away from The Batman Part 2. Later, the duo reviews Lanterns Episode 8. Finally, The Direct's Pamela Gores joins David for a heartfelt draft and farewell.Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube Page

4 New Avengers: Doomsday Scenes! Avengers: Endgame Encore Explained

September 28, 2026

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Avengers: Endgame Encore, including the four fresh Avengers: Doomsday scenes added to the re-release. Then, it's time to talk Star Wars Episode 10, reportedly being directed by Jon Watts. Later, the duo reviews Lanterns Episode 7.Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube Page

Spider-Man Beats Star Wars & Lanterns Episode 6 Review

September 21, 2026

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Emmett McMahon (isuperebba) discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day passing Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the domestic box office, and then review Lanterns Episode 6.Join The Direct Podcast Discord Server!Join The Direct Podcast Patreon!MORE:Follow David on TwitterVisit The DirectThe Direct Extras YouTube Page

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love?

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love is hosted by David Thompson and Emmett McMahon. Its publicly listed emails are contact@thedirect.com, sales@mediavine.com, and briangrodzki@thedirect.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love?

The publicly listed emails for The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love: contact@thedirect.com, sales@mediavine.com, and briangrodzki@thedirect.com.

How many listeners does The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love have?

Podseeker estimates The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love?

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Entertainment journalists, pop-culture commentators, franchise analysts, and media personalities with expertise in major film and television properties. Common among recent guests: Established entertainment media presence; Expertise covering major film and television franchises; Recognizable audience or platform in pop-culture media. Recent guests include Matt Roembke and Erik Voss.

How hard is it to get booked on The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love cover?

Recent episodes cover Superheroes, Marvel, Star Wars, Film, and TV. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

contact@thedirect.com

sales@mediavine.com

briangrodzki@thedirect.com

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