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Noel builds… High Grade GX 9901 DX Gundam Double X

Posted onApril 18, 2021April 25, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

After having a great time exploring the world of Gunpla with an entry grade RX-78-2, Noel is back to test his skills on a High Grade 9901 Gundam Double X. Here, he talks through what he’s learned about Gundam/Gunpla since the last video, unboxes the

New podcast episode: Play it Forward – April 2021

Posted onApril 16, 2021April 16, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

The show where your Pod Syndicate hosts gift one another an iTunes movie returns – with reviews of The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973), The Mule (2018), Yi Yi (2000) and The Last Temptation of Christ (1988). Stream the show using the player below or

Fan/Creator Spotlight: The TFUK Guide

Posted onApril 8, 2021April 9, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

Fandom can be a wonderful thing. Powered by passion, it forges friendships, creates communities and brings people together. More importantly, fandom inspires intense creativity. In this series of articles, podcasts and videos, we speak to fans about how and why they do what they do,

New podcast episode: Snyderverse: The Pod SyndiCut Part 2 – Dawn of The Zack Snyder’s Justice League Snyder Cut

Posted onMarch 27, 2021March 27, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

Ian, Noel and Marc follow up on their chat through the Snyderverse films with a review of Zack Snyder’s The Justice League.

New podcast episode: Snyderverse: The Pod SyndiCut Part 1 – Ian vs. Noel: Marc of Justice

Posted onMarch 13, 2021March 13, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

Ridiculous, nonsensical and way too long – and that’s just the title. Join Ian, Noel and Marc as they chat through the Snyderverse trilogy (and Suicide Squad) ahead of the release of Zack Snyder’s The Justice League (2021).

Video: Noel builds a Gundam

Posted onMarch 7, 2021March 7, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

He enjoys LEGO. He loves Transformers. But how will he fare in the daunting world of Gundam?

New podcast episode: Play it Forward – March 2021

Posted onMarch 1, 2021March 1, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

The show where your Pod Syndicate hosts gift one another an iTunes movie returns – with reviews of The Dark Tower (2017), Monkey Shines (1988), The Wild Hunt (2009) and Body of Evidence (1992).

New podcast episode: Character and motivation in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One

Posted onFebruary 21, 2021February 21, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

What is it about the Marvel Cinematic Universe that keeps us coming back for more? Is it the big, explosive action, special effects and larger than life costumes, or is it something much simpler? In this special, feature length essay podcast, Noel Mellor looks at

Tales From The Tapedeck – Suede Part Two (1996-2002)

Posted onFebruary 17, 2021February 17, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

Noel and Marc return for the second part of their Tales From The Tapedeck special to discuss their beloved Suede through the years 1996 to 2002.

New podcast episode: Play it Forward Jan 2021

Posted onFebruary 3, 2021February 3, 2021AuthorNeon Noel

The show where our Pod Syndicate hosts gifts each other a movie is back, with reviews of Don’t Let Go (2019), Jade (1995), Night Moves (1975) and Blue Collar (1978).