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hEaD PoP #80, British Food Wars, Flags Humble Me, Frieren's Magic & The Boys Finale
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- hEaD Pop
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- May 30, 2026
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- 3631
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Summary
Serving hot takes hotter than a Sunday roast and about as controversial as ranking one. Welcome to hEaD Pop Episode 80! This week I'm diving fork-first into the Great British Meals War as I rank some of Britain's most iconic dishes in a no-holds-barred tier list battle. Will fish and chips defend its crown? Will the mighty Sunday roast steamroll the competition? Or will a dark horse emerge from the gravy-covered shadows to claim victory? There can only be one champion! Next, I put my geography skills, or lack thereof, to the test with a world flags tier list quiz. What started as a fun little challenge quickly became a humbling reminder that the world is a big, beautiful place filled with fascinating countries... and flags that all seem suspiciously designed to make me look silly on camera. Then it's time to journey into the incredible world of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. A show packed with adventure, emotion, laughter, regret and some genuinely beautiful storytelling. From epic magical encounters to quiet moments that hit right in the feelings, this series kept me hooked episode after episode and reminded me why great storytelling can leave such a lasting impact. After that, I take a look at The Mandalorian & Grogu and ask the question many fans seem to be asking: can this be the project that gets Star Wars back on course, or is Disney preparing another expensive lesson in how not to steer a galaxy far, far away? Grogu is adorable, Din Djarin is cool, but even Baby Yoda can't carry an entire franchise in his tiny little space pram forever. Finally, I wrap things up with The Boys. What did I make of the latest season? Did it deliver the outrageous action, shocking moments and dark humour the series is known for, or did it leave me feeling a little underwhelmed?…