Best Modern Nostalgia Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Can Cleaning Products Build Stronger Partnerships? | Sean Busch of Dad Mode on Gendered Marketing to Dads 24:28

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2d ago24:28

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Ever notice how most spray cleaners and detergents seem to be marketed straight out of the 1950s... and almost always to moms? Entrepreneur Sean Busch is on a mission to flip the script. Sean is a dad of two kids who LOVE to make messes, and he's the founder of Dad Mode, a new line of high-performance cleaning products designed specifically for dad…

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28 Years Later 31:11

6d ago31:11

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After many years, the third in the "28" movie franchise is here. 28 Years Later balances many things, across stories, world building, sometimes drastic tonal change and setting up more stories in the universe. Blake and Terrence talk about the challenges of cliff hangers, why this movie is relevant and what we want to see next.…

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How to Train Your Dragon 34:05

12d ago34:05

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Blake and Terrence saw the new How to Train Your Dragon. Discussing how much they enjoyed it despite it being a one to one with the original. Where this movie works as opposed to Disney remakes, and where it doesn't and if we'll get more similar remakes.

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Father's Day 2025 | Father/Son Reflections on Being a Dad 33:23

16d ago33:23

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Does it get more "meta" than interviewing your own parent about parenting? For our Father’s Day 2025 Special, Adam Flaherty goes deep with a truly special and personal guest: his own father. Tom Flaherty isn’t just Adam’s dad; he's a father of four (spanning 20 years in age!), an Air Force veteran, a retired police officer, and an inspiration and b…

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Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning 23:35

1M ago23:35

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The newest Mission Impossible released in theaters this weekend, and while it didn't top Lilo and Stitch at the box office, it did contribute to one of the biggest memorial day weekends of all time! Blake and Terrence discuss the movie, the box office and more!

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Rewind Episode | Sesame Street's Emilio Delgado on Fatherhood, Legacy, Family 28:59

1M ago28:59

28:59

Think back to your childhood... Did you have a TV neighbor, friend, or mentor who you trusted? For millions of young people, that person was Luis from Sesame Street, played for over four decades by the legendary Emilio Delgado. In this Rewind episode which originally aired in July of 2020, Emilio discusses becoming a positive role model and even a …

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Final Destination Bloodlines 25:43

1M ago25:43

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The newest entry in Final Destination ups the ante with crazy deaths, interesting story developments and surprising amount of heart. We discuss why this franchise has lasted so long and how this one pumps new life into the franchise, leave a review and subscribe.

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Thunderbolts* 33:10

2M ago33:10

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Marvel's newest entry Thunderbolts* closes out phase five of the MCU. The movie does a ton of things that set it apart from other MCU entries, and Florence Pugh steals the show! We discuss how a movie dealing with mental health and hard A24 and Silent Hill vibes is exactly what we needed from this franchise!…

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Building Trust Around Screens + Social Media | Soren Poulsen on Raising Digital Citizens 34:02

2M ago34:02

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Do you feel uneasy about handing your kid an internet-enabled device? Or feel like you know very little about what they're doing online? It can be really tough to broach conversations about this stuff without instantly putting our kids on the defense. We're joined by Soren Poulsen, co-founder of Raising Digital Citizens and father of two, who, alon…

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Rewind Episode | Thyge Trimble on Preparing For Fatherhood 27:56

3M ago27:56

27:56

Feeling unprepared for the challenges of fatherhood? You’re certainly not alone. In this Rewind episode, Editor-In-Chief Tyghe Trimble, formerly of Fatherly, joins us to navigate the roadmap to modern dadhood. When we chatted with Tyghe in November of 2021, he and his team at Fatherly had just released the insightful book Fatherhood: A Comprehensiv…

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Making Mealtime a Family Affair | Chef David Nayfeld on Picky Eaters + Family Friendly Recipes 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

Struggling with kids who are picky eaters? Want to involve your kids in meal preparation but don't know where to start? This episode is for you. We welcome esteemed professional chef (and professional dad) David Nayfeld, who brings fresh ideas to your family kitchen. With his upcoming cookbook, Dad, What's for Dinner?, David shares recipes and stra…

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Snow White 28:04

3M ago28:04

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Blake and Terrence discuss the latest of Disney's live action remakes, Snow White. How does the movie keep itself relevant and adapt the classic film that once upon a time saved Disney? How does it compare to other live action adaptations? Listen share and review!

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Breaking The Cycle, Filling The Void | Chris Robbins on Self Development + Empty Nesting 59:49

4M ago59:49

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Dads, ever feel like you're on autopilot, where each day is just running through the same motions? You're not alone. Dad of three Chris Robbins joins us to discuss how Soul Degree seeks to help men interrupt the flow, get outside, and take some well-deserved time to focus on bettering ourselves. Chris also shares candidly about being a new "empty n…

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Modern Dadhood Podcast Trailer | Parenting Podcast for Dads (and Moms!) 3:11

4M ago3:11

3:11

🎥 Watch the video trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKuKFz1u3_Q Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket are two dads from suburban New England. And while they might think they’re pretty funny and cool, the world clearly does NOT need another white dude ramble-cast. That’s why Modern Dadhood explores what it really means to be a "dad" through can…

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Captain America Brave New World 31:29

4M ago31:29

31:29

Captain America Brave New World debuts Anthony Mackie as Captain America in the MCU's latest entry. Blake and Terrence give their thoughts, how well the adapt Cap and Red Hulk, if the movie was challenging enough with its subject matter and the box office. Review and share the show!

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Navigating Miscarriage and Grief as a Dad | Kelly Jean-Philippe on Pregnancy Loss + Healing 49:17

4M ago49:17

49:17

According to most medical sources, roughly 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. Although we probably all know people who have experienced miscarriage (or have ourselves), this is a staggering statistic. But according to Kelly Jean-Philippe, host of The Miscarriage Dads podcast, men are often overlooked and undermined when it comes to gri…

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Rewind Episode | Activist Jermaine Moore on DEI + Fatherhood 31:33

5M ago31:33

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than buzzwords—they’re at the heart of today’s cultural and political conversations. In a time when these topics spark both progress and polarization, it’s a conversation well worth elevating, especially for parents striving to shape the next generation. For parents who feel uncertainty around how to …

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Wolfman 22:52

5M ago22:52

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Universal's new Wolfman hit theaters this weekend, but does it live up to the rest of the franchise? Terrence and Blake discuss their thoughts, what worked in the past for Wolfman, why this one didn't hit the mark and examples of bringing back classic monsters that did work. Share and subscribe!

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Mic Drop Moments: 2024's Most Surprising Dad Stories 31:29

6M ago31:29

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Join hosts Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket in this special compilation episode as they highlight the most eye-opening moments of 2024, sharing insightful and unexpected clips from a year of remarkable guest interviews. Clips include: ↳ Actor George Basil (HBO's Crashing, Barbie) on how single parenthood awards him a unique relationship with his teen…

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 38:58

6M ago38:58

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Sonic 3 is here! Introducing to the world the live action version of Shadow! Blake and Terrence discuss how the movie moves the franchise forward, adapts Shadow's story for the big screen, what they want to see more of and how this managed to defeat Mufasa at the box office. Leave a review and share the show!…

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Kraven the Hunter 41:31

7M ago41:31

41:31

Sony's Spider-Man universe comes to an alleged close with Kraven the Hunter. Blake and Terrence discuss the things the movie attempted to accomplish, how it adapts the Spider-Man villain and the many missed opportunities the movie has. Leave a review and share the show!

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Inspiring a World of Imagination | Chris Van Dusen on Writing + Illustrating Kids' Books 48:26

7M ago48:26

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Have you ever read a book to your kids and been so disappointed by how uninspired the story is? Or how half-baked the visuals are? Or how poor the grammar is? Same. That's why when you come across the truly great ones, you elevate them and celebrate them. Maine author and illustrator (and father of two) Chris Van Dusen joins us to share about all t…

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Fostering Confidence and Gratitude in Teenagers | Ed Gerety on Present Parenting, Communication Strategies 49:09

7M ago49:09

49:09

Any parents of teenagers? (...Or have kids who will be teenagers before you know it?) The seismic shifts that take place during the teenage years can make parenting feel impossible. Inspirational speaker Ed Gerety joins the conversation to impart some wisdom on how to raise curious, grateful, resilient, and self-sufficient teenagers in today's fast…

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Becoming the "Grown Up Dad" You’re Meant to Be | Joe Gidjunis on His PBS Docuseries 40:30

8M ago40:30

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Every new parent stumbles and bumbles their way through learning the responsibilities of their new job, and adapting to their new lifestyle. Most of the "what to expect" books for dads seem to focus on swaddling and potty training, when what we really need is resources for loneliness or advice on how to keep your cool when you're totally overwhelme…

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Venom The Last Dance 34:50

8M ago34:50

34:50

The end to this Venom trilogy is upon us! Blake and Terrence discuss the many things this movie tackles, from wrapping up Tom Hardy's storyline as Eddie Brock, to introducing Knull, to making good on having Venom in the MCU for a few seconds. And whether or not it successfully keeps those balls in the air.…

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What Will Our Kids Be Saying About Us? | Pete Holmes on Fatherhood, Vulnerability, Comedy 54:02

9M ago54:02

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What do happiness hacks, magic mushrooms at Bonnaroo, and suburban dadding have in common? Comedian Pete Holmes, that's what. Pete (You Made It Weird podcast, HBO's Crashing) has been a "pie in the sky" guest for since the wee beginnings of Modern Dadhood, and the conversation didn't disappoint. Pete opens up about being a vulnerable dad, the impor…

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Joker Folie à Deux 34:50

9M ago34:50

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The sequel to 2019's Joker is out this weekend! Blake and Terrence gather their thoughts on this weird follow up. Despite great performances from Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix the film doesn't quite manage to get across what it's trying to say. And while what it has to say is interesting, and very timely for today it isn't as effective as it could …

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High Highs and Low Lows | Ryan O'Connell on Surrogacy + IVF From Dad's Perspective 47:56

9M ago47:56

47:56

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a stressful, emotional path to becoming a parent. Adding a surrogate to the equation introduces a new set of risks and stressors. For Ryan O'Connell and his wife, when the stars aligned and their healthy, perfect baby was born, it was nothing short of a miracle... and then they hit the lottery a second time. During o…

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 19:20

10M ago19:20

19:20

Blake and Terrence talk the new Beetlejuice Beetlejuice movie. What it does well for a legacy sequel, where it falls short. But despite any shortcomings it's very fun to see Michael Keaton and Tim Burton back in this playground. Subscribe and share!

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Exhausted, Burned Out, And Perpetually Behind | US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on Parenting, Fatherhood 50:25

10M ago50:25

50:25

Do you feel perpetually behind? Or so stressed each day that it’s debilitating? Well, it turns out you’re not alone. (Far from it, actually.) The US Surgeon General reports that 48% of parents say that most days, their stress is “completely overwhelming.” How do we know this? Because the Nation's Doctor told us himself. US Surgeon General, Dr. Vive…

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Alien Romulus 26:19

10M ago26:19

26:19

Alien Romulus came out this week and gave us a fantastic entry in this long running series. Blake and Terrence discuss why the franchise is still relevant, how the movie reminds that simple, practical filmmaking can be the most effective and how it balances references to the past while adding in plenty of new ideas. Share and subscribe!…

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Borderlands 26:19

11M ago26:19

26:19

The adaptation of 2K's Borderlands video game has released! After troubling development and production accompanied by delays, what we get is weird mess that sucks the fun out of this franchise. Blake and Terrence talk what makes it fail in comparison to other video game adaptations, and how unfortunate it is that this stellar cast and Eli Roth seem…

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Deadpool and Wolverine 28:53

11M ago28:53

28:53

The third installment in the Deadpool franchise (and 34th MCU movie and 14th X-Men film) has arrived. It has all the R-rated fun we come to expect from the past two, tons of cameos to help us say goodbye to the 20th Century Fox Marvel movies, and a wonderful return of Wolverine. Leave a review, and subscribe!…

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Rewind Episode | Sean Carrillo on Being Beck's Step Dad 32:20

11M ago32:20

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Still riding the high of seeing Beck perform with a live orchestra (and getting the rare chance to say hello to him post-show), Adam chose to resurface our 2021 interview with Beck's step-dad, the multi-talented Sean Carrillo, for this week's Rewind episode. Sean's story of marrying into a family with two kids who were only 10 and 12 years his juni…

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Dismantling Birth Care Stereotypes | Teddy The Doula on Empowering New Moms AND Dads 37:25

12M ago37:25

37:25

Have you ever wondered about the true value that a doula brings to pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond? We're joined by Timothy Gant Jr., also known as "Teddy The Doula," a trailblazing male doula from Houston, Texas. Timothy shares his journey into the traditionally female-dominated field, the unique challenges and joys of his practice, and the vita…

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Beverly Hills Cop Axel F 15:43

12M ago15:43

15:43

The fourth Beverly Hills Cop movie released on Netflix this weekend. Blake and Terrence discuss how it handles the legacy sequel well and that the comedy beats from the old BHC movies still hold up. Subscribe and leave a review!

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MaXXXine 20:36

12M ago20:36

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The final chapter in the X trilogy hit theaters this weekend. Blake and Terrence discuss the culmination of X, Pear and Maxxxine's themes, some that landed and some that got lost, but the entire movie's vibe is still good enough to carry it. Leave a review, share and subscribe!

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A Quiet Place Day One 23:07

12M ago23:07

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The third installment to A Quiet Place arrives as a prequel. Taking us back to the first day of the movies universe. Blake and Terrence discuss how the movie has done many things right where other prequels have gone wrong. Like, share and subscribe!

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Inside Out 2 23:07

1y ago23:07

23:07

Pixar's Inside Out 2 is in theaters this weekend! Blake and Terrence discuss how it improves or wavers from Inside Out, the introduction of anxiety and other emotions and the state of the box office. Share and subscribe!

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Rewind Episode | She / Her / DAD | Tessa White on Trans Fatherhood 53:03

1y ago53:03

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This "Rewind" episode doubles as our Father's Day 2024 episode! The guys chat about what an ideal Father's Day would look like, play a fun quiz game, and then throw back to the 2022 interview with trans dad Tessa White who shares candidly about her unique journey of trans fatherhood. Tessa opens up about her family's dynamics, the challenges she fa…

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Bad Boys Ride or Die 32:04

1y ago32:04

32:04

The fourth Bad Boys films hit theaters this weekend and managed to top the box office. Blake and Terrence discuss why the franchise continues to be a hit in theaters, what sets this one apart from the other three and why it always has relevance.

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U Mad Bro? | Men's Coach Sean Hotchkiss on Anger, Trauma, and Healing 49:00

1y ago49:00

49:00

According to Men's Coach and Somatic Practitioner Sean Hotchkiss, everyone carries traumatic experiences with them from when they were young. These can be major emotional traumas like the divorce of your parents, or they can be micro traumas... but when they are left unresolved, they can shape who we are as adults (and parents), how we navigate lif…

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 31:41

1y ago31:41

31:41

Blake and Terrence get into the latest from the Planet of the Apes franchise. Some comparisons to the old trilogy, and the themes that have kept this franchise running longer than any ofter Sci-Fi franchise. Leave a review and share the show!

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Mother's Day Special 2024! 32:48

1y ago32:48

32:48

It's Mother's Day 2024, and we dedicate this episode to ALL the moms—the real superheroes who make our families run like well-oiled machines with their dedication, selflessness, and boundless love. Marc and Adam wager guesses on what would make for an ideal Mother's Day for their wives (and then hear directly from their wives about how accurate the…

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Rewind Episode | The Today Show's Craig Melvin on Fatherhood, Parenting 32:38

1y ago32:38

32:38

In July 2021, Dateline NBC reporter and Today Show personality Craig Melvin joined us to talk fatherhood. He shared candidly about the process of writing his book Pops: Learning To Be A Son And A Father, including stepping out of his comfort zone to conduct a number of interviews with his own dad. Craig reflected on his childhood, his relationship …

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Breathe, Feel, Then Move | Ryan Cooper on Fitness, Breathing, Combating The Dad Bod 44:34

1y ago44:34

44:34

Dads, raise your hand if becoming a parent resulted in falling out of healthy routines like exercise and mindful eating? Yeah, same here. And it's only natural... when there's a new baby in the picture your priorities immediately shift to your partner, the baby's well-being... and your own survival. But months (or years) later, it can be very intim…

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The First Omen 23:44

1y ago23:44

23:44

Blake and Terrence talk the terrifying prequel to The Omen. The First Omen just everything right when creating a prequel to a classic, it holds up the tone of the original, adds context without diluting the story and brings in some of the craziest imagery in a horror movie this year. Subscribe and share!…

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Rewind Episode | Matt Gourley on Being a New Dad, Finding Balance 28:41

1y ago28:41

28:41

Episode 59 originally aired in February, 2020. Becoming a new parent can be a special kind of mayhem. Add a global pandemic into the mix, and the chaos of the first few months are elevated to a new level. But depending on your situation, those challenges may be coupled with opportunity. In Episode 59, podcaster, producer, actor, and all around crea…

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Godzilla X Kong The New Empire 27:26

1y ago27:26

27:26

Blake and Terrence talk about the new Godzilla X Kong movie, how it gets away from the usual themes of Godzilla and Kong, but doesn't quite see them all the way through or evolve the world to be more acquainted with titans.

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Ghostbusters Frozen Empire 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

31:23

Blake and Terrence discuss the most recent Ghostbusters movie. While a lot of the movie worked, it also showcased how to use nostalgia in less effective ways, and makes us hope the future of the franchise focuses on the new characters.