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With a background in TV news and a love for storytelling, my YouTube channel is where journalism meets my love for media, movies and more. I create video essays and deep-dives into everything from physical media to streaming to the latest in industry news.

What’s the Best IMAX Format in 2025? IMAX 70MM vs Laser vs LieMAX vs Dolby Cinema

Not all IMAX 70mm theaters are created equal, so what's the best IMAX format to watch in 2025? The screen you choose can make or break your movie experience (Christopher Nolan, IMAX's #1 cheerleader, would agree!). So I'm breaking down the formats: IMAX 70mm vs laser vs Dolby Cinema, aspect ratios and more—so you’ll know exactly what you’re getting before you buy a ticket.

What I cover in this video:

  • IMAX 70MM film vs IMAX Laser vs digital IMAX (LieMAX)

  • Why GT/Grand Theaters are the “holy grail” of IMAX

  • The differences in aspect ratios (1.43:1 vs 1.9:1) and why it matters

  • My experiences with Oppenheimer and Interstellar in multiple formats

  • Whether Dolby Cinema might actually be the better choice for most movies

  • How to check theater listings so you don’t waste money on the wrong IMAX

CBS Canceled Colbert's Late Show Just Days After He Criticized Paramount—Coincidence?

CBS just confirmed that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will end in May 2026. They claim the decision is purely financial, not political—but the timing is raising some eyebrows. In this video, I break down:

  • Colbert’s emotional cancellation announcement

  • The timing of the announcement vs. the Trump–Paramount settlement

  • Colbert’s long history of criticizing Trump on air

  • Trends in late-night TV ratings and advertising revenue

  • Media consolidation and what’s next for CBS and Paramount

  • What this could mean for press freedom, editorial independence, and TV

2025 Blu-Ray & 4K Collection: Steelbooks, Criterion, Box Sets & More

  • Full tour of my 2025 Blu-ray and 4K physical media collection featuring steelbooks, 4K Ultra HD discs, Criterion editions, TV box sets, and documentaries

  • Includes titles like Oppenheimer, Mean Girls 4K, The Godfather, Dune, Interstellar, Jurassic Park, Zone of Interest, All Quiet on the Western Front, Elvis, The Great Gatsby, Mad Men, Succession, Friends, and Veep

  • Tips on how to find great deals — including $5 Blu-rays from Gruv, Amazon, and ThriftBooks

  • Advice for starting or expanding your own collection by shopping sales and watching prices

What the Paramount-Skydance merger means for CBS, journalism, streaming, and media ownership

In this video, you’ll see me cover:

  • Breaking down the CBS controversy and the $20B Trump lawsuit

  • How FCC approval could reshape the future of entertainment

  • Political pressure, corporate consolidation, and journalistic independence

  • Why this matters to all viewers — and how it ties back to physical media ownership

Top 5 4K Blu-Ray Must-Haves for 2025

My top five 4K Blu-ray recommendations to kick off your 2025 collection:

  • Where to find the best deals to start building your physical media library

  • Why Blu-ray and 4K are essential as streaming becomes less reliable

  • Includes picks like 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Godfather, Lawrence of Arabia, Apollo 11, Blue Planet II, Planet Earth II, Jaws, and Blade Runner 2049

  • Honorable mentions and viewer suggestions welcome in the comments

AMC A-List vs. Regal Unlimited vs. Cinemark Movie Pass: Are Theater Memberships Worth It in 2025?

  • Comparing AMC Stubs A-List, Regal Unlimited, and Cinemark Movie Club

  • Pricing, perks, and fine print—what you get for your money

  • Why theater memberships are trying to revive moviegoing culture

  • Honest discussion about whether any of these plans are actually worth it

  • A look at how movie attendance trends are shaping theater business models

2025 4K Blu-Ray Collecting: Why Physical Media Is Back + Unboxing

  • Why more people are returning to physical media in 2025

  • The impact of studios pulling shows and rising streaming prices

  • Pros and cons of DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K collecting today

  • Thoughts on ownership, permanence, and media preservation

  • Unboxing Succession: The Complete Series, The Zone of Interest, and Ted Lasso