I'm back after a few weeks of travel, and there's been a lot happening in entertainment while I've been away. In this episode, I'm catching up on some of the biggest stories that have been dominating conversations across film, television, and gaming.

I start by discussing the incredible success of Backrooms and Obsession, two low-budget horror films that are completely reshaping expectations at the box office. I talk about why these films are connecting with audiences, what Hollywood can learn from their success, and why original storytelling seems to be winning again.

Then I dive into the final season of Euphoria—with full spoilers. From the show's ambitious creative choices to the character storylines that worked (and the ones that didn't), I share my thoughts on the series finale, the evolution of the sho ...