The Reel Critics Network
The Reel Critics Network Podcast: With Reggie Ponder and Kathia Woods"
"Authentic Analysis. Bold and Black Opinions. Cinematic Conversations."
Get ready for movie discussions with The Reel Critics Network Podcast. We're bringing you the best (and sometimes the worst) in film and TV, from a Black perspective. Expect sharp wit, insightful commentary, and unfiltered takes.
Episodes
21 episodes
The Reel Critics Network S1 E19. The Bad guys 2 & The Naked Gun
Reggie and Kathia What's On My Mind: NABJ and The State of Black MediaMovies: The Bad Guys 2 and The Naked GunRant and Rave: Box Office and Audience behavior in the movie theater
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:25:25
The Reel Critics Network S1 E18: The Old Guard 2 and I Know What You Did Last Summer
Reggie and Kathia Discuss The Old Guard 2 and I Know What You Did Last Summer
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:06:46
The Reel Critics Network: Essence Fest 2025 - Evolution, Impact & "40 Acres"
Kathia Woods (@Kathia_Woods) shares her firsthand experience covering Essence Fest 2025, from the vibrant atmosphere to the candid conversations about its relevance in today's landscape. She and Reggie Ponder (@TheReelCritic) dive deep into the...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:04:38
The Reel Critics Network S1 E16: Superman
Reggie and Kathi dive into James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman (2025) film! Does this fresh take on the Man of Steel successfully elevate the DCU, or does it fall victim to lingering superhero fatigue? We'll discuss David Corenswe...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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21:49
The Reel Critics Network S1, E11 - Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning
This week, Reggie and Kathia recap Kathia's trip to the south of France to attend Cannes, Review Tom Cruise's farewell to Mission: Impossible with the film Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and take a look at a very successful box office....
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1:00:35
The Reel Critics Network S1 E7: The Oscars- Were We Right or Were We Wrong?
In this episode we recap The 97 Academy Awards and compare our predictions with what actually occurred. We talk a bit about Angie Stone and her career, Brazil and Carnival, Food and The Best Philly Cheesesteak and professionalism in Journalism....
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:04:45
The Reel Critic Network: S1 E6: Importance of African American Awards Shows, Review of "Daughters", Streaming Series to watch, & Anora, the move to love or hate
Join Reggie Ponder, the Real Critic, and Kathia Woods in another edition of the Real Critics Network podcast as they unwind post-awards season. They share personal stories about family and pet dynamics, and dive deep into the significance of th...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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54:57
The Reel Critics Network S1 E5: Super Bowl, Captain America: Brave New World, & Sly Lives
In this episode Reggie has to eat crow as Kathia celebrates her Philadelphia Eagles' win in the SuperBowl. On the movie front, both talk about the importance and shortcomings of Captain America: Brave New World. Additionally, while the...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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53:08
The Reel Critics Network S1 E4: Love Hurts & Sundance
On this episode of The Reel Critics Network Podcast, Reggie Ponder and Kathia Woods discuss the 2025 Grammy Awards, the film Love Hurts, and the Sundance Film Festival. Reggie kicks things off with his "What's On My Mind" segment, ravi...
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33:10
The Reel Critics Network S1 E3: Wicked & Conclave
In this engaging episode of The Real Critic's Network, Reggie Ponder and Kathia Woods discuss their sports allegiances, explore two film reviews: Wicked and Conclave, and delve into some deep reflections on film criticism and international pers...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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The Reel Critic Network: A Complete Unknown and Nickel Boys
Hosted by Reggie Ponder and co-host Kathia Woods, this episode of The Real Critic's Network delves into their opinions on movies, performances, and award season controversies. Reggie discusses the genius of Dave Chappelle's SNL monologue, while...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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