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Space Jam: A New Legacy / Ep. 163
Space Jam: A New Legacy / Ep. 163

On Episode 163 of the Always the Critic Podcast, we don’t go to space and we don’t jam on our review of Space Jam: A New Legacy, starring LeBron James and Don Cheadle.

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In the Heights / Ep. 158
In the Heights / Ep. 158

On Episode 158 of the Always the Critic Podcast, we have some ice cold piragua as we review In the Heights.

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Cruella / Ep. 157
Cruella / Ep. 157

On Episode 157 of the Always the Critic Podcast, we pack our bags and head for London to review Cruella.

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Raya and the Last Dragon / Ep. 143
Raya and the Last Dragon / Ep. 143

Rico and Jess review Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon, starring Kelly Marie Tran and Awkwafina.

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Wonder Woman 1984 & Soul / Ep. 135
Wonder Woman 1984 & Soul / Ep. 135

Rico and Jess actually review two new releases(!!): DC’s Wonder Woman 1984 and Pixar’s Soul.

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Rewind: Home Alone - 30th Anniversary / Ep. 130
Rewind: Home Alone - 30th Anniversary / Ep. 130

Rico and Jess discuss the Christmas classic, Home Alone, in celebration of its 30th anniversary.

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Mulan (2020) / Ep. 122
Mulan (2020) / Ep. 122

On Episode 122 of the Always the Critic Podcast, we bring honor to us all by reviewing the Disney live-action remake Mulan.

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