The Big Stomp

This episode of The Big Stomp was broadcast first on Twitch on 28th October 2020. Bunkazilla Station Controller, Iain Boulton, takes the host chair for The Raggedyman for another edition of The Big Stomp. In this episode, Iain is joined by Hugh K. David, Harriett Greene (aka MangaGirl) and Lizzie Barnes. In this episode, the guests bring the topics and we start off with Lizzie's discussion of loot boxes - a contentious issue in gaming - as EA find themselves served with another lawsuit regarding the gambling nature of the game feature. Hugh brings forward the current situation regarding UK cinemas following the latest delay of No Time to Die, the potential move to streaming and how cinemas need to rethink their business plans when they re-open again. Finally, Harriet talks about the increased popularity in online social games including About Us and discusses why these games are gaining higher traction than ever on gaming channels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of The Big Stomp was broadcast first on Twitch on 14th October 2020. Bunkazilla’s resident redhead rambler, Lizzie Barnes, takes the host’s chair for this episode of Big Stomp: Host Rules. She’s joined by The Raggedyman, Mark and Bunkazilla Station Controller, Iain Boulton for a fun-filled geek culture discussion. As it’s host’s rules, Lizzie has control of the topics at hand. There are Ouija board controversies at Poundland, more holiday focused movies from Netflix, a new Japanese ride that lets you go straight literally into Godzilla’s mouth, a chat about nostalgia and even a sighting of a Thanos made out of wool! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was broadcast live on Twitch on Tuesday 8th September 2020. It's the first edition of our Host Rules format and that means things run slightly differently on The Big Stomp. A special guest host takes control and picks the topics to discuss how they see fit. Three panellists are on hand to make sense of the stories and topics that the host bring up for insightful geeky debate. Bunkazilla founder and channel manager, Iain Boulton, is in the hot seat for the first outing. He's joined first by Charlotte Brown, the host of This Door is Locked. Secondly by Harriett Greene, YouTuber and Bunkazilla contributor. And finally by The Big Stomp's Andrew Watton-Davies, who will be a guest on Host Rules episodes. Topics this first Host Rules episode include remembering the late Chadwick Boseman, discussing the current box office gross for Tenet, Fall Guy's overloaded server launch, next-gen consoles and the WWE's issue with Superstars using Twitch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded live on 27th August 2020 - broadcast live on Twitch. The Raggedyman is joined by Claire Blackshaw, a new guest to the show who is a streamer, dreamer, code engineer and games philosopher. The multi-podcast host Hugh K. David and fellow Bunkazilla contributor Lizzie Barnes are also on hand for this episode. As always, each guest brings a pop or geek culture themed topic to dissect and discuss. Hugh begins the discussion by looking at Disney's plans to release their big-budget live-action adaptation of Mulan straight to Disney+ in the wake of COVID-19 and a restrictive worldwide cinema launch strategy. Is Mulan a film people would be happy to pay extra for - on top of their current Disney+ subscription? With Facebook starting to take the ownership reigns of Oculus, the second topic provided by Claire brings attention to the potentially worrying raft of changes Facebook have already begun to implement on current and prospective Oculus VR users. Finally, Lizzie takes a look at positive representations of disability in the geek culture sphere with the use of Doom Patrol's Rita Farr. Lizzie also sheds light on some the positive ways disabilities are being represented in worlds such as Dungeons & Dragons and cosplay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another trio of guests join Andrew Watton-Davies for a look at the big stories in the world of geek and pop culture in June 2020. This episode's guests include podcaster and film reviewer Leslie Pitt, the wonderfully creative Nathan Blades and fellow Bunkazilla contributor Lizzie Barnes. As always, each guest brings a pop or geek culture themed topic to dissect and discuss. Leslie talks about the life and career of Joel Schumacher, who sadly passed away in June. Infamously remembered for one Batman film but forgotten for a healthy body of cinematic titles like The Lost Boys, Flatliners and Tigerland. Lizzie focuses her topic on how fans are trying to cope with the occasional problematic view of popular creators - highlighting the recent events surrounding J.K. Rowling. Finally, Nathan sheds light on the amazing fundraising by itch.io who raised over $8 million dollars to help bring equality and racial justice during the Black Lives Matters protests. Episode Timings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Watton-Davies is joined by Hugh K. David, Lizzie Barnes and Michael Hirst for this episode of The Big Stomp. To start the geeky discussions, Hugh offers his thoughts on the recently announced Synder Cut of Justice League. Is there enough reason to be excited about this new vision of the DC film or should it be left alone? Michael brings his topic to the show next. As a convention organiser himself, he ponders and debates with the group about the future of conventions in a post COVID-19 world. With many events cancelled, rescheduled or opting for an online event instead, what does the future hold for these popular events? Finally Lizzie shares her grievances with misleading video gameplay trailers. The highly anticipated reveal of the new Assassin's Creed on Xbox Series X left a lot to be desired. But who's at fault? Those behind the console or those behind the game? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The April 2020 Edition of The Big Stomp sees Lizzie Barnes, Jenna Pateman and Harriett Greene join Andrew Watton-Davies for discussing the latest rumblings from the world of geek & pop culture. Topics in this episode include Jenna starts this episodes conversation focusing on the power of fan fiction in geek culture as Archive of Our Own recently raised $450,000 to help keep their website running. Lizzie's topic for the episode is a discussion on the power of celebrity working in the lockdown environment of Covid-19. Some are trying to help and be supportive as they can to their audiences during this trying time. Others have some serious ego problems. Finally Harriett, as a wrestling fan, discusses the recent activity on WWE during lockdown. The collapse of the XFL, mass firings, classing their business as essentially. It hasn't been the most positive of months for the wrestling giant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The March 2020 edition of The Big Stomp live is dominated by the worldwide pandemic of COVID-19. Host Andrew Watton-Davies is joined once again by Lizzie Barnes and Jenna Pateman along with new panelist, Iain Boulton. The panel look at the impact the coronavirus has had on the UK convention scene with many events cancelling and postponing - but what will be the impacting effects for the Traders and Artists? Cinema and movies have also been thrown into frightening new territory as releases are now being launched digitally than on the big screen. Could this change cinema forever? Finally, a light of good news for Disney fans in the UK is the launch of Disney+. It's got everything you need, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadcast at the end of February 2020, this live recording saw Andrew joined by Lizzie Barnes, Charlotte Brown and Jenna Pateman. Topics discussed this episode include: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded live on the 30th of January 2020, The Big Stomp returns in a new live radio show format. The new Big Stomp host, Andrew Watton-Davies is joined by guests Marc Sykes, Jenna Pateman and Charlotte Brown to discuss about the latest geek and pop culture talking points. The new format of the show encourages each guest bringing a notable topic or news story to the show. First up, Charlotte brings attention to the recent trailer for Morbius and asks about the growing trend of villain spin-off comic book movies. Marc debates with the panel about the recent delays to big video games like Cyberpunk 2077 and FF:VII Remake to ensure they are perfect for release. Is this something we should expect more of from developers now? Finally, Jenna questions whether or not Disney were scared to make Finn and Poe a romantic item from the latest Star Wars trilogy. The Big Stomp is recorded live every last Thursday of the month, the next show takes place on February 27th 2020. If you want to come along and join in the discord discussion as the episode broadcasts, then join The Stomping Grounds Facebook Group. The Big Stomp is presented by Bunkazilla. Home to all Monsters of Culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded at the start of June 2019, The Big Stomp panel look at the tricky narrative skill of delivering a satisfying ending. With Avengers Endgame and Game of Thrones offering different reactions, is there such a thing as a perfect ending? In the news takes a look at the delayed Sonic The Hedgehog Movie, Funimation's acquisition of Manga and the potential filming backlash the new Georgia Heartbeat bill could bring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the sub par video game releases of Anthem and Fallout 76, The Big Stomp team look at some of the common faults with today's industry including loot boxes and glitches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in February 2019, this episode is a double header of topics. Iain Boulton, Lizzie Barnes, The Raggetyman and Michael Hirst first ask if there is a need for terrestrial television anymore thanks to the growing popularity of on-demand video platforms. If that's not enough, with the Oscar 2019 nominations revealed, Iain asks the panel wherever or not awards really matter? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in January 2019, Iain is joined by Lizzie Barnes, The Raggetyman and a returning Michael Hirst to tackle Disney's current movie obsession - remaking all their classic animated hits into live action movies. There's quite a few on the way in 2019 with Dumbo, Aladdin and The Lion King all due to return in a live action outfit. With this looming on the horizon, the panel attempt to understand if there is any other reason to this other than money? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in November 2018, the first episode of The Big Stomp broadcasts from Hibanacon 2018 in Milton Keynes. Iain is joined by fellow Bunkazilla contributor Christian R. Allan, cosplay photographer and wrestling fan Harriett Greene, and convention organisers Jason Freeman and Michael Hirst. With the episode recording at an actual UK anime convention, the panel discuss if we are entering a new generation of UK cons. Before they start the topic, the panel's first foray of into the news looks at the controversial success of Red Dead Redemption 2, Venom's triumph over movie critics and a week that saw the best of WWE (Evolution) and the worst of WWE (Crown Jewel). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.