Santa Claus (via his good friend Kelly Rands from The Humor Mill Orlando) joins us to celebrate... Well, the North Pole of course, but mainly Christmas! Santa recalls his early days with Burgermeister Meisterburger, and talks honestly about why he's currently spending most of the year at The Villages in Central Florida. Santa Claus shares his pro t…

In this preview episode, Anne Marie DeSimone joins Bill Meeks to discuss ABC's Cavemen sitcom, based on the character from the GEICO ads. Weird TV, a new podcast from Bill Meeks, shines a light into forgotten corners of television history to examine obscure media through a modern lens. Each week Bill Meeks reviews obscure television shows, made-for…

It's a Universe Box reunion as Anne Marie DeSimone interviews Bill Meeks about his new book Fan Podcasting: The Complete Guide! We'll discuss the seven years we spent geeking out about our favorite shows, and how we used the Café POV to build a community around our podcasts. Listen for info on how to get a free copy of the book when it releases on …

Bill Meeks talks to passionate people executing their “Big Ideas” in realistic ways. From entrepreneurs to artists and everything in between, I Made This tells the stories of dreamers just like you. SUBSCRIBE RSS Feed | Apple Podcasts | Spotify| Google PodcastsΑπό τον Universe Box

A tribute to a man who flew 597 feet too far. The Fakist Presents Birdman Stan: Fly High, a hastily thrown together tribute to the man whose “Lazy Eye in the Sky” drifted toward heaven far too soon. Then, a Teen Wolf fancast welcomes an historic guest. All that, plus The Bieber Babies… All Grown Up! BROUGHT TO YOU BY Bluehost CAST BIRDMAN STAN – Bo…

A NEW podcast, featuring voices you’ll recognize and sketches that will crack you up. Covering the fake news… For Real. Paul DaFoe, along with the best news team in the business, breaks fake news from the worlds of politics, sports, entertainment, and Neptune. If the news is #BREAKING, it’s probably The Fakist who’s breaking it. SUBSCRIBE Here lies…

In this episode we talk the birth of the supergroup Dreamcar, consider the threat of medical device hacking, and examine the trailer for the DuckTales reboot. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter Cast Your Vote for THE BOXIES! Televisionary It’s Amazon Pilot Season Again! DuckTales reboot already renewed …

In this episode Disney declares a war on commercials, we speculate on who will take over the reigns of the Suicide Squad Sequel, and the hunt begins for over 80 new Pokemon. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter Cast Your Vote for THE BOXIES! Televisionary Disney’s CEO Says There Are Too Many Commercials o…

We announce the three winners of our GOTHAM SWEETHEART CONTEST! Who will win the three Gotham action figures from Diamond Select Toys? Watch and find out!Από τον Universe Box

It’s time for THE BOXIES! That’s right. It’s the first annual edition of our new awards show. Who will win? Who will lose? You’ll have to watch to find out. PLUS: We review the new DC Comics/NBC sitcom Powerless. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter The Gotham Sweethearts Giveaway – Win A FREE Gotham Acti…

In this episode we talk what’s next for Doctor Who, the potential for Instagram albums, and announce the Boxies nominations! All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter The Gotham Sweethearts Giveaway – Win A FREE Gotham Action Figure Cast Your Vote for THE BOXIES! Televisionary Peter Capaldi Is Leaving Doctor W…

In this episode we watch the Juggalos get organized, help Barack Obama find a new job, and say good-bye to Mary Tyler Moore. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter The Gotham Sweethearts Giveaway – Win A FREE Gotham Action Figure Nominate Your Favorite Stuff For THE BOXIES! Televisionary TV Honors Mary Tyle…

In this episode we talk Nintendo’s Zelda Switch, take Kanye to college, and prepare to welcome Daddy’s Little Monster to Gotham. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter The Gotham Sweethearts Giveaway – Win A FREE Gotham Action Figure Televisionary Amazon orders Neil Gaiman series Will and Grace is officiall…

In this episode we talk the Alexa dollhouse shopping spree, jam out to a Rubber Duckie remix, and talk the Bluth’s return to Netflix. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Once Upon a Time…Season 7? The Return of Arrested Development Cinematters Monster Trucks Bad Kids of Crestview Academy Ra…

Join Bill Meeks and Anne Marie DeSimone as they celebrate the holiday season with Christmas story readings, then they (and their listeners) open Secret Santa gifts, and then we’ll wind it up with our 2014 video Take Me Home for Christmas! Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter ‘Twas The Night Before Kanye by Bill Meeks Bill’s Twitter Anne Marie’s Tw…

In this episode we talk the only wine dispenser you’ll ever need, Molly Ringwald joining the cast of Riverdale, and David Ayers answering the Gotham Sirens’ song. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Molly Ringwald as Archie’s Mom Riverdale trailer Hip Hop Great Gatsby episode of The Simpson…

In this episode we talk renting Justice League when it’s released, skipping the checkout line with Amazon Go, and the return of Pigs in Space. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Hairspray Live! Doesn’t hit the ratings mark Netflix goes unscripted Cinematters Miss Sloane La La Land Disney r…

In this episode we talk the return of Top Chef, Spotify’s “Singles” playlist, and the downloadability of Netflix. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Downloadable Netflix 21 Hulu additions in December DirecTV Now launching with Taylor Swift and Re…

In this episode we talk the potential of Rita Repulsa’s green side, review Fantastic Beasts, and dream about the upcoming Nintendo Land. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Kevin Smith drops from Buckaroo Banzai Scientology vs Leah Remini Cinematt…

We’ve waited months, nay years, for the story of our favorite Girls (and their Guys) to continue. Join Anne Marie, with special guest Alex from What the Fangirl to talk about the Netflix series, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. SPOILER WARNING! Yes, we are talking spoilers including the final 4 words. Consider yourself warned. Show Notes Join us …

In this episode we’ll reveal the only Thanksgiving TV Watch Guide you’ll need, spill our advanced review of Moana, and discuss AMC’s bid to charge a premium for blockbusters. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Dave Chappelle’s Netflix Deal Thanks…

In this episode we explore 40 year old Beatles drama, figure out why actors are running to Netflix, and review the pre-Thanksgiving box office offerings. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Actors flocking to Netflix Cameron Monaghan Reveals Jerom…

In this episode we talk the effect of the Video Genome Project on Hulu, take a peak inside Belle and the Beast’s romance, and offer our review of Marvel’s Doctor Strange. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Sign up for the Newsletter Televisionary Hulu and the Video Genome Project Cinema…

In this episode we reveal how Suicide Squad saved two companies, discuss The Simpsons record-breaking renewal, and anticipate the new season of Curb Your Enthusiasm. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Join us for the UNIVERSE BOX GIFT EXCHANGE! Televisionary Young Justice Returns Simpsons Renewed For 29th and 30th Season Cinematt…

In this episode we talk about DC TV making major bank, review the Hamilton Mixtape list, and explore the Amazons and beyond in the new Wonder Woman trailer. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary DCTV Generates $1 Billion in Revenue A Series of Unfortunate Events on Netflix – Trailer Cinematters Trolls The Pickle Recipe…

In this episode we talk R. L. Stine’s series for Marvel, the fall of the Fall Box Office, and Alton Brown’s web sequel to Good Eats. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Netflix Releases Fuller House Trailer Rhea Perlman to star in YouTube Red series Cinematters Box Office down 10% in 1 year Nicolas Cage Interview wit…

In this episode we talk the return of Sherlock, ponder the new Oliver Twist movie starring Ice Cube, and share our hopes for the Muppet Babies reboot. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Sherlock Season 4 coming 1/1/17 Muppet Babies are coming back! Cinematters Weekend Box Office Preview New Life Oasis: Supersonic Ol…

In this episode we check out the first pics from Fuller House Season 2, keep an eye on the AT&T/Time Warner merger, and shake things up with Shakespeare. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Fuller House – Season 2 Pictures Kanye Boycotting The Grammys Cinematters Own a Piece of the Twilight Saga Who is Reviewing the …

In this episode we talk Tom Hanks’ return to SNL, Tesla and the self-driving car, and examine the future in gaming from Nintendo. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Sony invests in Hopster Hanx hosting SNL for the first time in 10 years Cinematters Weekend Box Office Preview Willy Wonka reboot on the way In Tune 201…

Join Bill Meeks and Anne Marie DeSimone as they bring you the latest in pop culture entertainment news. From books to Broadway to TV and video games, they’ll tell you what’s inside the Universe Box. This episode features a sampler platter of our best stories from the first month. Show Notes Universe Box on iTunes – Please subscribe and leave a revi…

In this episode we talk about the Star Wars Rogue One trailer, take a peek as Jimmy Olsen goes Guardian, and look into Janet Jackson’s baby bump. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Stranger Things Teaser Trailer Jimmy Olsen on Supergirl as Guardian Turtle Boy Cinematters Weekend Box Office Preview Christine The Acco…

In this episode we talk the return of the Power Rangers, check out the latest in Doctor Who news, and see the Fraggles back on TV! All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Doctor Who Christmas Special First Look Class First Look Doctor Mysterio “Emerald City” Spoilers Fraggles return to TV Cinematters Power Rangers Teaser…

In this episode we take a peek into the next installment of Pirates of the Caribbean, find out why Justin Bieber wants a Batman Butler, and see what is going on with Kanye’s tour schedule! All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Disney buying Netflix? The Gong Show reboot Cinematters All of Harry Potter in theatres for 1…

In this episode we see what Disney has up their sleeve for The Lion King, get into the Christmas spirit with Doctor Who, and celebrate the 20th anniversary of Game of Thrones! All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Doctor Who and the Superhero Mindy Project Syndication Deal Cinematters Weekend Box Office Preview Disney …

In this episode we review NBC’s The Good Place, Doctor Strange joins the Infinity War, and we decide if we’ll read Minecraft: The Novel! All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Premiere Week Ratings Good Girls Revolt Coming to Amazon Prime Cinematters Affleck’s Batman is 18 Months Out Doctor Strange In Infinity War Bibli…

In this episode we talk Mary Berry quitting The Great British Bake Off, Jared Leto playing Andy Warhol, and get some news on Arrested Development Season 5. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Arrested Development Season 5 to begin shooting Mary Berry quits ‘Bake Off’ in loyalty to BBC Cinematters Weekend Box Office P…

In this episode we talk the Downton Abby movie, mourn the Bradgelina breakup, and dissect the new photo of Commissioner Gordon from Justice League. All that and more inside the UNIVERSE BOX. Show Notes Televisionary Downton Abbey Movie Once Upon a Time Season 6 Trailer New Alladin & Jasmine costumes at Disney World Cinematters Angela Lansbury sings…

We chat with our Patrons Liz, Monica, Hope, Robert, and Angel about the rebooted Universe Box, narrow down our logo finalists, dish on our live panel at Tampa Bay Comic Con, and tons of other stuff. Show Notes Universe Box subreddit Chat is at live.universebox.com Universe Box YouTube (Subscribe!) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: @Univers…

We’re rebooting our old show Universe Box. It’s still “stories set to a theme” but in a whole new way. What is the BRAND NEW Universe Box? Well you’ll just have to listen and find out! In this episode we talk Stranger Things Season 2, Lumiere and Cogsworth in the new Beauty and the Beast remake, and report on Amazon opening another physical book st…

Join Bill Meeks, Anne Marie DeSimone, and guest Bobby Hawke for an analysis of the latest movie from DC Comics, Suicide Squad. What do you do with your back to The Wall? You do what she says or she’ll make you fall. When villains are heroes for whom do you cheer? How ‘bout the Aussie sneaking a beer? Will Harley escape? The Joker gives aid. Will sh…

Join Bill Meeks and Anne Marie DeSimone as they review the animated adaptation of the seminal Alan Moore comic book “The Killing Joke”. Starring Batman, Joker, Batgirl, and a naked Jim Gordon. What happens after one bad day? Joker’s convinced that your mind goes away. Can Batman solve his bad clown conundrum? He’d turn into someone he shouldn’t bec…

A table read of the Bill Meeks Pilot Infinite Tina. Includes a post-read discussion with members of the cast. INFINITE TINA – “The Empty Place (Where Love Should Be)” Written By Bill Meeks After a bad breakup, a girl abandons her dream job to go jaunting around the multiverse aided by her smartphone VICCI. Her “transitions” send her through countle…