A STARK CONTRAST
A tale of two Marvels! Join Geoffrey, a Marvel Cinematic nerd, and Dai, a long-time comic book aficionado, as they discuss all things MARVEL! How do the worlds of comic book canon and cinema collide? Which origin stories differ? Why IS Gamora? Stay tuned as we explore the Marvel Universe from panel to picture and discuss the stark contrasts (or lack thereof) in-between.
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From San Diego Comic-Con to the Fantastic Four, this summer has been nothing shy of marvelous. Geoffrey and Dai recap this SDCC experience and discuss all things FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS. Spoilers, ahoy!
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Before leaning into the fantastic side of the MCU, Geoffrey and Dai discuss some of the latest bombshells dropped by Kevin Feige himself in lieu of Marvel Studios’ presence at San Diego Comic-Con, then review the IRONHEART Mini Series in its full glory. “Nuff said!
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From Iron Man to Ant-Man GHOST has had their fair share of notable adversaries—no matter who was behind the mask. With AVA STARR’s return to the MCU spotlight, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the new Avenger and examine the mysterious origin of her comic book counterpart.
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Be it TONY MASTERS or ANTONIA DREYKOV, anything you can do, TASKMASTER can do better. In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai dive into the world of the mercenary copycat, from his comical debut to her THUNDERBOLTS* demise.
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Once known as a dime store replacement for Captain America, JOHN WALKER has risen to the rank of U.S. AGENT. From his sketchy canonical past to his ascension in the MCU, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the Thunderbolt turned New Avenger!
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This summer’s looking fantastic, don’t you think? In this MINI MARVEL, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the arrival of IRONHEART, FANTASTIC FOUR, AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY, DAREDEVIL, and more, plus the latest news in the Marvel Universe!
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Careful who you assemble. Geoffrey and Dai reunite with Guest Host Steven Ray Morris for a spoiler-filled, raving review of THUNDERBOLTS*! ‘Nuff said.
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Even the best of men can be deceived by their true nature. On the heels of “Daredevil: Born Again” Season 1, Geoffrey and Dai take a look back at WILSON FISK’s presence in live action and comic lore of the KINGPIN.
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These days, we’re not serving justice—we’re babysitting chaos. Before another Marvel summer officially kicks off, tune in as Geoffrey and Dai recap DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN Season 1 in all its spoiler-filled glory! ‘Nuff said.
Revisit previous episodes for even more about the series!
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Who better than the Woman Without Fear to let the Devil out? As Daredevil: Born Again slowly nears its season finale, Geoffrey and Dai take the opportunity to revisit the (sometimes) adversary, ally, and lover that is ELEKTRA NATCHIOS.
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While carryovers from the days before the MCU were once few and far between, one thing remained constant: General THADDEUS “THUNDERBOLT” ROSS. From lore to live-action lineage, Geoffrey and Dai scratch the surface of one of Bruce Banner’s most notable and memorable adversaries.
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There’s a lot going on in the Marvel Universe and, man, are we SO back. In this MINI MARVEL, Geoffrey and Dai discuss DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN, YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN, and everything in between!
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The legacy lives on. With CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD now in theaters, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the film in all its spoiler-filled glory, plus the latest Marvel Universe news!
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Dun-dun, dun-dun! JEFF THE LANDSHARK has taken gaming by storm—but where did he even come from!? In this milestone 100th episode, Geoffrey and Dai discuss his comic book and Marvel Rivals origin stories, plus a special introduction from Jon Bailey, the epic voice behind the cuddly fuzzlefin!
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Magic and illusion, or all just smoke and mirrors? In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai take on another member of the iconic Sinister Six as they discuss QUENTIN BECK, the man known as MYSTERIO.
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For the most dangerous hunt of all. First up for the new year (and new season!), Geoffrey and Dai discuss one of Spider-Man’s greatest adversaries and the latest to grace the silver screen: SERGEI KRAVINOFF, the man known as KRAVEN THE HUNTER.
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With another truly memorable year of ASC behind us, let’s take a look back at some listener-favorite moments from our fantastic fourth season, including some x-ceptional introductions!
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Another year, another season! As 2024 winds down, Geoffrey and Dai discuss Marvel Rivals, Avengers: Doomsday rumors, the fate of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, and more in the last full episode of the year.
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Chatting about DEATH as another year nears its end? How poetic. From surprising origin twists to her time as the Green Witch, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the latest MCU villain we love to hate. ‘Nuff said.
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