My Mum Missed Marvel

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A mum and son watch all of the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with the twist that at least one of them doesn't know what they're talking about.

Joe and Aileen Walker


    • Mar 29, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 56m AVG DURATION
    • 24 EPISODES


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    Episode 22 - Spider-Man: Far From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 62:00


    Spider-man! It's another Spider-Man episode! Hurrah! With big shoes to fill and an entire saga to round off, Spider-Man: Far From Home has a lot of work to do, but luckily Joe and Mum are here to talk about how it did. But it's Spider-Man, so nothing could possibly go wrong with this one right? Right?

    Episdoe 21 - Avengers: Endgame

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 75:44


    We're in the Endgame now. I'm with you till the Endgame of the line. All good things must Endgame. Another quote. It's finally time! After two filler films, the Infinity Saga comes to a close, (almost) and we talk about the climactic climax of the MCU. Does Marvel's showstopper hold up to Mum's tough standards? Or will the abundance of action and 'time stuff' drag it down, leaving Mum at her wit's Endgame? Okay, I'll stop.

    Episode 20 - Captain Marvel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 72:02


    This week we watch Captain Marvel - perhaps the film which we've had the most points of disagreement about so far! Were the sexists right when the film was coming out? No. Can Captain Marvel be a cool superhero while also being a woman? Yes, of course, what a ridiculous question. Is the film fantastic? Maybe. You may have to listen to this episode to find out!

    Episode 19 - Ant Man and The Wasp

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 62:02


    This episode, Joe and Mum watch another light hearted Ant Man film! The question is, will its cheeriness be a welcome break from the dire stakes of the MCU at the moment, or will we all just be frustrated that we're not watching Endgame yet? We are also joined by Uncle David, who's here once again to lend his patented 'old man grumpiness'!

    Episode 18 - Infinity War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 94:22


    We're finally back with the long-awaited Infinity War episode! Everything so far in the MCU has been building to this point and we take our time talking about the characters and plot of the first half of the MCU's climax. We're also joined by special guest Ross who has an interesting take on Thanos as well as a revelation about his own MCU experience. Will Mum enjoy one of the highest-grossing films of all time, or has Joe really hyped this one up too much?

    Episode 17 - Black Panther

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 60:54


    We're back, and averager (huh, that word kind of looks like Avenger) than ever, with an episode about Black Panther! Mum has had a look at this character before, but how much does she remember? Probably not loads! We talk about the cultural impact that this film had, along with the encouraging trend that Marvel might be heading in the right direction. On top of that, Mum and Joe have by far their largest rhino-based disagreement of all time.

    Episode 16 - Thor Ragnarok

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 61:22


    The day has finally arrived... The day of reckoning is upon us, as we return to one of Mum's most favoured Avengers, depicted in a completely different style. Will the changes to the character and tone ruin Mum's beloved God of Thunder? Only time (and anyone who has seen the film, because it's great) can tell...

    Episode 15 - Spider-Man: Homecoming

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 61:13


    Spider-Man! Spider-Man. Spider-Man, Spider-Man, Spider-Man. Spider-Man? Yes, Spider-Man! Spider-Man, Spider-Man? No, Spider-Man, Spider-Man, Spider-Man. Spider-Man!! (This week we watch Spider-Man.)

    Episode 14 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 53:42


    We're back! This week, get embroiled in the mystery of whether Mum has seen this film before (she has). Are the vague memories she has real, or just recollections from the first film? (Again, she has definitely seen it before.) No one can know for sure... We talk about the difference in comedic style between the two Guardians of the Galaxy films, which characters transition well, and Joe stumbles through a point about act structure with no knowledge on the topic. SPACE!

    Episode 13 - Doctor Strange

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2020 58:54


    Oooooooo! This week we watch the spooooky- all right that's enough of that. This week the Marvel universe opens up to the world of magic, as we watch Doctor Strange. Mum and Joe talk about the astounding visual effects and how they translate to the small screen, as well as delving into "narrative pacing", a phrase neither of us are completely sure is correct. We also discuss the problem of whitewashing in Hollywood and the complications of enjoying the performance of the actor in question. Will the unprecedented streak of Mum recommending the MCU continue? Strap in, because things are about to get.............................................................................. STRANGE!

    Episode 12 - Captain America: Civil War

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 63:41


    This week, both the MCU and the podcast welcome at least one surprise member, for Captain America: Civil War! Mum's first son (but importantly, the second son on the podcast), joins us to talk about arguably the best film in the MCU so far, but will Mum feel the same way? We talk character motivations and development, while also getting further into the ongoing discussion about action and its place as a storytelling device. Joe also shows more of his geeky side than ever before, and may even attempt to begin a chant at one point...

    Episode 11 - Ant Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 54:42


    This week we watched the oddball film Ant Man! While pretty straightforward, it's absolutely hilarious and a nice, feel-good way to finish off Phase 2 of the MCU. We have a brief look back on the phase as a whole, and the mysterious, much anticipated third host makes an appearance...

    Bonus Episode - Some Comic History

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 22:05


    In our first bonus episode, we have a chat with Uncle David, who knows a bit more about this whole comic book stuff than we do. We find out how superhero comics got started in the UK, and chat about Marvel's inability to get their First Family to work on the big screen. If you like mum's Scottish accent, you're also in for a treat!

    Episode 10 - Avengers: Age of Ultron

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 67:15


    Avengers, reassemble! It's sequel time, as the main cast of characters we all know and love come back together and talk about an avengers film on their podcast. We praise the characterisation of the main crew, while discussing the interesting new additions. Mum's allegiance to her favourite character is wavering, and Joe continues to heap praise upon the films like an excited teen. Strap in for the exciting conclusion (pretty much) to Phase 2 of the MCU!

    Episode 9 - Guardians of the Galaxy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 68:27


    Hooka-chaka, hooka-hooka-hooka- chaka, hooka-hooka- I cant stop this podcaaast! This week we watch the fantastic 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and get a little bit carried away talking about a film we both so thoroughly enjoy. Like the film itself, we focus largely on the characters and what is so interesting about them, while also gushing about how the music, colour and comedy all work together so brilliantly. Mum gets some much-needed exposition about what's actually going on in the MCU, and the eternal struggle over the ending catchphrase continues...

    Episode 8 - Captain America: The Winter Soldier

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 50:52


    This week we chat about the Captain America sequel - The Winter Soldier. Or do we? In the murky morality of the 21st century, it's unclear who anyone can trust. We talk about some of the lessons Marvel seems to be learning, and in a shock twist akin to that of the film, Mum flips the tables on Joe.

    Episode 7 - Thor: The Dark World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 56:23


    Boom! What was that? Thunder? Ahh, it must be time for another Thor episode. In this episode we talk about the often criticized Thor sequel, which lead to perhaps the most polarised conversation on the podcast so far. We discuss Christopher Eccleston, what makes an interesting villain, and where this whole MCU thing might be going.

    Episode 6 - Iron Man 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 50:02


    Hope you're ready for more Iron Man, because this sure is another Iron Man film. Iron Man 3 is the third Iron Man film, sequel to the first two Iron Man films - Iron Man and Iron Man 2, respectively. Iron Man. In this episode you can hear both hosts struggle to remember what happened at various points in the film, and we talk about the very controversial villains in this installment. We also completely forget to continue the much beloved "best lines" segment that we introduced last episode. This is podcasting at its finest.

    Episode 5 - The Avengers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 60:29


    Bwaaah! Duh duh di duuuuuh! Duuuh duuhh duuh! Defying all expectations, we've finished watching phase 1 of the MCU. In this climactic episode, we talk about the different Avengers and how great it is seeing them interact with each other, as well as give some extra time to the new kids on the block - Hulk and, to a lesser extent, Hawkeye. Mum introduces what will surely become a staple segment - Best Lines - and we take a fond look back on Phase 1, as well as the experience of recording the podcast on the whole so far. Geeky twenty-somethings and their mums - assemble!

    Episode 4 - Captain America: The First Avenger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 52:36


    It's finally time. The man with the iron will and steadfast moral compass, he who is stronger, faster and more virtuous than any who have come before or since, is once again joined by his mum to watch a superhero film about some guy. In this episode, Joe further solidifies his street cred by talking about Lord of the Rings a bit and Mum claims the title of 'Most Prepared Podcast Host' for her own. We also talk about the slow but noticeable progress Marvel is making in their portrayal of female characters and excitedly look forward to the culmination of Phase 1 next week.

    Episode 3 - Thor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 53:23


    How dost thou, sweet listener! Within the spectacle which lies before thine eyes and ears, Joseph Aileenson and his beloved and well-read Mother embark upon a journey into the realm of Asgard. Oh, the hilarity that doth ensue from their glorious debate of the merits (or lack thereof) of the recorded play 'Thor'. It is sure to be remembered in the great ballads of our collective progeny.

    Episode 2 - Iron Man 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 42:10


    Today we watch Iron Man 2, the second Iron Man film and sequel to the first Iron Man film - Iron Man. Joining Robert Downey Jr (who plays Iron Man) and the previous lot, are new castmembers Don Cheadle, Mickey Rourke and either Sam Rockwell or Woody Harrelson (it's difficult to tell which). This film is zanier and more extreme than the first, so will Mum (who is opposed to both zaney things and extremes) like it? Will the 100% recommendation streak continue? Where is the legendary golden city of El Dorado? Two of these questions will be answered in the podcast.

    Episode 1 - Iron Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 39:51


    The MCU and, more importantly, our podcast, both got off to a flying start with Iron Man! In this episode, mum is introduced to one of the most famous Avengers/superheroes of the 21st century, for apparently the first time. We talk about whether Robert Downey Jr successfully treads the line between skeezy and likable and how Jon Favreau's directorial style (and Jeff Bridges) has aged. We also begin to form strong opinions on Gwyneth Paltrow. Finally, you can find out whether the film which began building the most popular film franchise of all time is a hit or a miss - in mum's opinion.

    MMMM - Episode 0 - What's this all about?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 21:29


    We've done it. We've finally found a way to combine the three coolest things: podcasts, talking about Marvel films, and chatting to your mum! In this episode, we talk about what the show is going to be about, as well as who we are and why we're doing this. We also introduce what the MCU is for those who don't know loads about it. Mum also raises the age-old question: is Batman a Marvel character? We may never know...

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