<![CDATA[Phoenix Rising Reacts]]>Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast is your new favorite movie‑night hangout — minus the popcorn cleanup. Join Lee, Ash, and the Phoenix Rising crew as they dive into the movies they love, the movies they survived, and the movies they can’t believe actually got made.

From behind‑the‑scenes stories to unfiltered commentary, we break down films the same way we do on our YouTube channel — with humor, heart, and a whole lot of chaotic energy.

Whether you’re a die‑hard movie nerd or just here for the banter, this podcast brings you closer to the creators behind Phoenix Rising Reacts and gives you even more of the personality you see on screen.

Expect:

  • Honest movie commentary
  • Deep‑dive discussions
  • Pop‑culture breakdowns
  • Creator life stories
  • Random topics we can’t help but rant about

If you love our reactions, you’ll love the unfiltered version of us even more.

Subscribe and join the Phoenix Rising community beyond the screen. New episodes every week. Come hang out, laugh with us, and discover your next favorite film or off the path rabbit trail!

]]>https://www.youtube.com/@PhoenixRisingReactsRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:16:32 GMTWed, 03 Jun 2026 02:24:16 GMT60Ash & Lee<p><b>Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast</b> is your new favorite movie‑night hangout — minus the popcorn cleanup. Join Lee, Ash, and the Phoenix Rising crew as they dive into the movies they love, the movies they <i>survived</i>, and the movies they can’t believe actually got made.</p><p></p><p>From behind‑the‑scenes stories to unfiltered commentary, we break down films the same way we do on our YouTube channel — with humor, heart, and a whole lot of chaotic energy.</p><p></p><p>Whether you’re a die‑hard movie nerd or just here for the banter, this podcast brings you closer to the creators behind Phoenix Rising Reacts and gives you even more of the personality you see on screen.</p><p></p><p>Expect:</p><ul><li>Honest movie commentary</li><li>Deep‑dive discussions</li><li>Pop‑culture breakdowns</li><li>Creator life stories</li><li>Random topics we can’t help but rant about<p></p></li></ul><p>If you love our reactions, you’ll love the unfiltered version of us even more.</p><p></p><p><b>Subscribe and join the Phoenix Rising community beyond the screen. New episodes every week. Come hang out, laugh with us, and discover your next favorite film or off the path rabbit trail!</b></p>episodicAsh & Leephoenixsarahlee@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Remakes: The Good, the Bad, and why Hollywood keeps doing them]]>In this episode of Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast, we dive deep into Hollywood’s never‑ending obsession with remakes — the good ones, the bad ones, the baffling ones, and the sacred classics that should never be touched.

We break down:

  • Remakes that actually elevate the original
  • Remakes that completely miss the point
  • Movies that should’ve been left alone forever
  • Why studios keep returning to the same old pool of writers
  • How risk‑avoidance and corporate thinking are strangling creativity
  • Why Hollywood keeps forcing other cultures into pre‑existing molds instead of embracing authentic global storytelling
  • The international films and creators who are already doing the bold, original work Hollywood claims it wants

This episode is part movie talk, part industry critique, and part love letter to fresh ideas. If you’re tired of reboot culture and want to hear a real conversation about where creativity should be coming from, this one’s for you.

]]>cae15896-2338-429c-a433-9e2643c49503Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:58:02 GMT<p>In this episode of <b>Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast</b>, we dive deep into Hollywood’s never‑ending obsession with remakes — the good ones, the bad ones, the baffling ones, and the sacred classics that should <i>never</i> be touched.</p><p>We break down:</p><ul><li>Remakes that actually elevate the original</li><li>Remakes that completely miss the point</li><li>Movies that should’ve been left alone forever</li><li>Why studios keep returning to the same old pool of writers</li><li>How risk‑avoidance and corporate thinking are strangling creativity</li><li>Why Hollywood keeps forcing other cultures into pre‑existing molds instead of embracing authentic global storytelling</li><li>The international films and creators who are already doing the bold, original work Hollywood claims it wants</li></ul><p>This episode is part movie talk, part industry critique, and part love letter to fresh ideas. If you’re tired of reboot culture and want to hear a real conversation about where creativity <i>should</i> be coming from, this one’s for you.</p>no01:10:3416Remakes: The Good, the Bad, and why Hollywood keeps doing themfull<![CDATA[Behind the Chaos: Our Setup, Our Process, Our 5‑Second Rule & the stranglehold of Copyright]]>This week on Lee & Ash’s Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on how our channel actually works from the early days filming on a basic camera to upgrading our workflow with Riverside.com.

We also finally explain the five seconds on / five seconds off method we use in our YouTube reactions. Why we do it, how it protects our content, and why it’s become a core part of our editing style.

Plus, we chat about creator life, behind‑the‑scenes chaos, and give a shoutout to our amazing supporters over on Patreon at PhoenixRisingReacts.

Thanks for hanging out with us each week and being part of the Phoenix Rising community!

]]>04d931e4-ac75-44b6-8a45-9827aed1d0d3Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:19:47 GMT<p>This week on <b>Lee &amp; Ash’s Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast</b>, we’re pulling back the curtain on how our channel actually works from the early days filming on a basic camera to upgrading our workflow with <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Riverside.com" target="_blank">Riverside.com</a>. </p><p></p><p>We also finally explain the <b>five seconds on / five seconds off</b> method we use in our YouTube reactions. Why we do it, how it protects our content, and why it’s become a core part of our editing style.</p><p>Plus, we chat about creator life, behind‑the‑scenes chaos, and give a shoutout to our amazing supporters over on <b>Patreon at PhoenixRisingReacts</b>.</p><p></p><p>Thanks for hanging out with us each week and being part of the Phoenix Rising community!</p>no00:37:2416Behind the Chaos: Our Setup, Our Process, Our 5‑Second Rule & the stranglehold of Copyrightfull<![CDATA[John Williams: The Maestro Who Scored Our Imagination]]>John Williams didn’t just compose film scores — he shaped the emotional language of modern cinema. In this episode, Ash & Lee dive into the extraordinary career of the legendary maestro behind Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Jaws, E.T., and so many more iconic themes that defined generations.

We explore his musical style, his collaborations with Spielberg and Lucas, the stories behind his most unforgettable compositions, and why his work continues to resonate across decades.

Join us for a celebration of one of the greatest composers in history — plus our personal favorites, fun trivia, and how Williams’ music influenced our own creative journeys.

🎧 New episodes every week
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🎬 Movie reactions, commentary, and creator content all in one place

]]>bc3ae64a-d5ed-4b29-af9b-d6aadc5e96beWed, 01 Jul 2026 02:59:17 GMT<p>John Williams didn’t just compose film scores — he shaped the emotional language of modern cinema. In this episode, Ash &amp; Lee dive into the extraordinary career of the legendary maestro behind <i>Star Wars</i>, <i>Jurassic Park</i>, <i>Indiana Jones</i>, <i>Harry Potter</i>, <i>Jaws</i>, <i>E.T.</i>, and so many more iconic themes that defined generations.</p><p>We explore his musical style, his collaborations with Spielberg and Lucas, the stories behind his most unforgettable compositions, and why his work continues to resonate across decades.</p><p>Join us for a celebration of one of the greatest composers in history — plus our personal favorites, fun trivia, and how Williams’ music influenced our own creative journeys.</p><p>🎧 <b>New episodes every week</b> <br />📺 <b>YouTube Channel:</b> Phoenix Rising Reacts<br />🌐 <b>Website:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://HatakeBooks.com" target="_blank">HatakeBooks.com</a><br />💙 <b>Patreon:</b> PhoenixRisingReacts<br />🎬 <b>Movie reactions, commentary, and creator content all in one place</b></p>no00:37:1115John Williams: The Maestro Who Scored Our Imaginationfull<![CDATA[Summer movies and a few rabbit trails]]>Dive into our Summer Movie episode where we talk blockbusters, comfort rewatches, hidden gems, and all the wild tangents our brains insisted on taking. From nostalgic favorites to “how did this even get made” moments, we’re unpacking the films that define summer for us — plus a few unexpected rabbit trails because… it’s us. If you love movies, creator chatter, and a podcast that feels like hanging out with friends on a warm evening, you’re in the right place.

🎬 Watch our full reactions on YouTube: PhoenixRisingReacts
🎧 New podcast episodes every week
🔥 Bonus content & early access on Patreon: PhoenixRisingReacts
🌐 Our home base: hatakebooks.com

]]>45f901af-653d-4f42-af8b-02da33058e2dWed, 24 Jun 2026 16:21:34 GMT<p>Dive into our Summer Movie episode where we talk blockbusters, comfort rewatches, hidden gems, and all the wild tangents our brains insisted on taking. From nostalgic favorites to “how did this even get made” moments, we’re unpacking the films that define summer for us — plus a few unexpected rabbit trails because… it’s us. If you love movies, creator chatter, and a podcast that feels like hanging out with friends on a warm evening, you’re in the right place.</p><p></p><p>🎬 Watch our full reactions on YouTube: <b>PhoenixRisingReacts</b> <br />🎧 New podcast episodes every week<br />🔥 Bonus content &amp; early access on Patreon: <b>PhoenixRisingReacts</b> <br />🌐 Our home base: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://hatakebooks.com" target="_blank"><b>hatakebooks.com</b></a></p>no00:48:5014Summer movies and a few rabbit trailsfull<![CDATA[Gen X, Millennial & Gen Z Share Their Favorite Movies | Special Guest Zane]]>On this episode of the Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast, Lee (Gen X), Ash (Millennial), and special guest Zane (Gen Z) share the movies that left the biggest impact on them.

Rather than debating, we look at how different generations connect to similar stories — and how great films bridge the gap between eras. It’s a thoughtful, relaxed conversation for anyone who loves cinema and the memories tied to it.

🎬 Weekly reactions on YouTube

🎧 Weekly podcast episodes

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💖 Patreon: PhoenixRisingReacts

]]>d28ddd7b-7b7c-474e-8e39-9b8cc6d2176fWed, 17 Jun 2026 04:32:52 GMT<p>On this episode of the Phoenix Rising Reacts Podcast, Lee (Gen X), Ash (Millennial), and special guest Zane (Gen Z) share the movies that left the biggest impact on them.</p><p></p><p>Rather than debating, we look at how different generations connect to similar stories — and how great films bridge the gap between eras. It’s a thoughtful, relaxed conversation for anyone who loves cinema and the memories tied to it.</p><p></p><p>🎬 Weekly reactions on YouTube</p><p>🎧 Weekly podcast episodes </p><p>🌐 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hatakebooks.com" target="_blank">www.hatakebooks.com</a> </p><p>💖 Patreon: PhoenixRisingReacts</p>no00:50:3413Gen X, Millennial & Gen Z Share Their Favorite Movies | Special Guest Zanefull<![CDATA[John Carpenter: The Legend Behind the Lens]]>In this episode of Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast, we dive into the legendary world of filmmaker John Carpenter — the man who reshaped horror, sci‑fi, and genre filmmaking with nothing but grit, vision, and a synthesizer that could raise the dead.

We break down:

  • Carpenter’s unmistakable filmmaking style
  • Why Halloween, The Thing, and They Live still hold up
  • His influence on modern directors, music, and pop culture
  • The underrated gems more people should be talking about
  • How his practical effects, tension‑building, and world‑building changed the game

Whether you’re a lifelong Carpenter fan or discovering his work for the first time, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and our usual chaotic commentary.

Catch our weekly podcast, full movie reactions on our YouTube Channel, and behind‑the‑scenes creator talk.

YouTube Reactions & Commentary: PhoenixRisingReacts
Patreon: PhoenixRisingReacts
Website: www.hatakebooks.com

]]>76972d2d-1c1d-4ca6-a5d8-35f8c8792f61Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:30:52 GMT<p><b>In this episode of Phoenix Rising Reacts: The Podcast, we dive into the legendary world of filmmaker John Carpenter — the man who reshaped horror, sci‑fi, and genre filmmaking with nothing but grit, vision, and a synthesizer that could raise the dead.</b></p><p></p><p>We break down:</p><ul><li>Carpenter’s unmistakable filmmaking style</li><li>Why <i>Halloween</i>, <i>The Thing</i>, and <i>They Live</i> still hold up</li><li>His influence on modern directors, music, and pop culture</li><li>The underrated gems more people should be talking about</li><li>How his practical effects, tension‑building, and world‑building changed the game<p></p></li></ul><p>Whether you’re a lifelong Carpenter fan or discovering his work for the first time, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and our usual chaotic commentary.</p><p></p><p><b>Catch our weekly podcast, full movie reactions on our YouTube Channel, and behind‑the‑scenes creator talk.</b></p><p></p><p>YouTube Reactions &amp; Commentary: <b>PhoenixRisingReacts </b> <br />Patreon: <b>PhoenixRisingReacts</b> <br />Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hatakebooks.com" target="_blank"><b>www.hatakebooks.com</b></a></p>no00:39:2612John Carpenter: The Legend Behind the Lensfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: How Did We End Up Starting a Podcast]]>In this first episode, we’re kicking things off by sharing who we are, how we got here, and why movies mean so much to us. We talk about the films that shaped our childhoods, the art that inspires us, and the moments that made us say, “Yeah… we should definitely start a reaction channel.”

This is the story behind Phoenix Rising Reacts — the passion, the chaos, the creativity, and the love of movies that brought us together. If you want to know what drives us, what we geek out about, and why we’re obsessed with storytelling, this is the perfect place to start.

]]>e3118ba0-772e-415d-aad0-220f031ab7b0Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:08:46 GMT<p>In this first episode, we’re kicking things off by sharing who we are, how we got here, and why movies mean so much to us. We talk about the films that shaped our childhoods, the art that inspires us, and the moments that made us say, “Yeah… we should definitely start a reaction channel.”</p><p></p><p>This is the story behind Phoenix Rising Reacts — the passion, the chaos, the creativity, and the love of movies that brought us together. If you want to know what drives us, what we geek out about, and why we’re obsessed with storytelling, this is the perfect place to start.</p>no00:26:3911Episode 1: How Did We End Up Starting a Podcastfull