On episode #374 of Coolest Alive, Finally, the MOTU has RETURNED...to the BIG SCREEN! And it is MOSTLY GLORIOUS! Host Jesse Blaze Snider brings you a franchise retrospective on the "Coolest Franchise Alive" as he calls it, highlighting the various HIGHS & LOWS of one of his earliest geek loves! From the Filmation Cartoon & the original toy line that started it all, to more modern takes on the Masters of the Universe characters across, TOYS! COLLECTIBLES! FILM! And TELEVISION! Giving you a full & robust view of WHY this property has stood the test of time and finishing it all off with a crescendo, as he non-spoiler REVIEWS the LATEST offering into the mythology, the 2026 "Masters of the Universe" film that releases THIS very weekend! So, what are you waiting for, fanboy? Click inside and LISTEN UP!

On episode #373 of COOLEST ALIVE, Jesse Blaze Snider recounts the 52 most important geek culture films ever made, the legendary classics that didn’t just entertain audiences… they created fandom itself. From sci-fi epics and fantasy adventures to cult horror, anime, comic book milestones, and genre-defining blockbusters, these are the movies that built conventions, inspired cosplay, launched obsessions, and shaped generations of fans long before geek culture became mainstream. With only a couple of early-2000s exceptions, every film on this list has stood up to over 25 years of scrutiny and still stand as some of the greatest mythologies ever built! Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering these worlds for the first time, this is the ultimate celebration of the movies that made being a geek cool.

Rotten Tomatoes...is BULL$#!+ (What "Certified Fresh" Actually Means!) Oh, boy! We got a great one for you today! Episode 372 is a conversation that NEEDS TO BE HAD EVERYWHERE by EVERYONE who truly LOVES entertainment, because NO ONE should be using Rotten Tomatoes as a metric to determine whether or not something is worth watching, and the Coolest Geek Alive, Jesse Blaze Snider, is here to break down EXACTLY WHY...a "Certified Fresh" Rotten Tomatoes' score IS absolute total NONSENSE.

On this episode of COOLEST ALIVE, host Jesse Blaze Snider is going warp speed through ALL 13 Star Trek films and ranks them from worst to greatest, with some VERY controversial choices along the way. From the operatic ambition of The Motion Picture…to the naval warfare brilliance of Wrath of Khan…to the emotional perfection of The Undiscovered Country…to the wildly underrated INSURRECTION sitting proudly at #1…this is NOT a "safe list". This is a LOVE LETTER to the Star Trek FILM franchise itself. ENGAGE.

On this episode of Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider's absolute favorite new recording artist: "grandson" (stylized lowercase, all impact). Jordan Benjamin (grandson) fuses blistering hard rock guitars, trap-influenced beats, EDM production, rap-rock energy, and politically charged lyrics that hit like a sledgehammer. From his breakthrough anthems like “Blood // Water” to his latest work on albums like I Love You, I’m Trying (2023) and the explosive 2025 release Inertia, which critics call thirty minutes of pure fury, revolution, and unapologetic rage,e this guy is redefining alternative music with messages on addiction, systemic issues, and resistance that actually matter. Toronto-raised, LA-based, and genre-bending as hell, grandson isn’t just making tracks; he’s starting movements. In this episode of Coolest Alive, we break down why he’s the best new artist out there, period, his favorite songs, his evolution, his live energy, and why he stands head and shoulders above the rest. If you’re ready for music that punches back, this is your episode. Let’s go!

This is it! The final countdown. In Part 3 of Coolest Alive’s definitive ranking of Disney’s greatest animated films, Jesse Blaze Snider reveals the Top 15 absolute masterpieces that didn’t just succeed, but reshaped animation forever. These are the films that built the Disney legacy, launched revolutions, and set the gold standard for storytelling, music, and emotional impact across generations. From groundbreaking firsts to untouchable classics, this episode delivers the ultimate payoff to a massive journey through nearly 60 legendary films. If you care about animation at all, this is the list that matters most.

Episode #368 of Coolest Alive - Part 2 of the greatest Disney animated films ever made moves into the heart of the list, where iconic princess stories, emotional powerhouses, and era-defining classics collide. From the magic of hand-drawn royalty to the rise of Pixar’s most emotionally devastating storytelling, Jesse Blaze Snider breaks down ranks 30 through 16 with insight, passion, and personal perspective. This is where the list stops being just “great” and becomes essential: films that shaped generations, redefined animation, and hit harder than anyone expected. If Part 1 got you nostalgic, Part 2 is where things get serious.

In episode #367 of Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider brings you his ranked list of the most brilliant and important feature-length Disney Animated films, including Pixar, Marvel Studios, and other minor sister studio releases, as well as feature-length live-action/animated hybrid films that incorporate a significant amount of animation, like Mary Poppins and Who Framed Roger Rabbit! Along with a half dozen honorable mentions, this first part represents over 25 of the greatest pieces of animation EVER DRAWN! Listen with a note and make a list of everything you've never seen before! You will NOT regret it. Join Jesse Blaze Snider as he gushes over one of his favorite fandoms, Disney Animation!