Marvel Cinematic Universe – Questions: We Don't Have Answers

Why Aren’t Comic Books More Popular in America? (feat. Comic Timing!)

April 2, 2026

And Lo, there shall be…a team-up! Furrowing his brow over the present and future of the American comic industry, Donovan brings in several friends from the long running comic book podcast Comic Timing to discuss the ultimate question, as well as several others! Ian, Kris, Brandon and Jamal join Don and Harry in discussing the … More Why Aren’t Comic Books More Popular in America? (feat. Comic Timing!)

Who is the “Best” Superhero? (Guest Starring Michael Bailey!)

October 3, 2024

Michael Bailey returns to talk about the legacy and cultural status of the superhero, in a 21st Century post-CBM film renaissance! What’s the true difference between the Marvel and DC heroes? And will the characters outlast the comics themselves?

Blockbuster Blowout 2023 or What Happens When Genres Die?

November 10, 2023

With the internet coroners yearning to call time-of-death on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Dono and Harry discuss the uptick in MCU online criticism, as well as the less-than-stellar year Hollywood Franchises have had, comparing fading genres to the bygone days of Westerns.

How Should Satire and Subversion Work in Post-Modern Media?

August 4, 2022

Marvel. Predator. Comedies. Action Movies. Sometimes played straight, sometimes played sly, these are examples of media with dual purposes. The guys go over Donovan’s fanboy whining over Thor Love and Thunder, Harry’s ponderous musings over the original Predator film, and discuss the successes and failures of modern animation, action films, and various other “subversive” media.

What are the Needs of an Adaptation ROUND 2

November 25, 2021

The Netflix Cowboy Bebop Live Action series has premiered, and Donovan is BIG mad. But FIRST! The guys return to the topic of adapting popular franchises for wider audiences, discussing the dangers of nostalgia, the salvation of creativity, and the politics that go into bringing something into the modern day. *This episode discusses spoilers for … More What are the Needs of an Adaptation ROUND 2

MCU DEFINED: Is There a Correct Way to Watch Movies? (Guest Starring Chris Johnson!)

March 7, 2021

Discussing film criticism in a Post-Avengers: Endgame world, the guys welcome veteran comic and movie podcaster Chris Johnson to talk all things Twitter discourse, Memes, Television tie-ins, Cinematic Universes and, of course, the Snyder Cut.

Should the Punisher be Retired?

January 22, 2021

Weeks after the terrorist attack on Capitol Hill, calls for the Punisher character to be retired were made, some by comic creators! The guys discuss how Frank Castle is seen in the eyes of police, gun rights activists and extremists while going through the three live action films and Netflix tv series.

GUEST SPOTS! The Last of Us and Ranking the MCU

July 30, 2020

Before you gear up for the next upcoming episodes, spend your weekend listening to the guys guest appear on other podcasts!

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