The Marvel Virgin

We're back! This episode we tackle one of the more comedic additions to the MCU. We debate whether the plot is low stakes or high stakes, wonder why Bruce Banner has never mentioned any of his relatives, and wonder if that twist ending was all that effective...

On our brand spanking new episode, Paul and Kayleigh try to remember what happens in one of the more unmemorable MCU movies. We debate why the bad guys always give uninviting names to their weapons and realms, whether there will be another Thor movie, and Russell Crowe's career.

On this episode we head back to the world of telly for Ms Marvel. We try to warn Kamala Khan off anyone with a British accent, discuss the importance of learning about why the UK has been historically awful to the rest of the world, and bemoan 36 years olds playing 18 year olds in past media.

On this episode we bemoan the insane retconning of Wanda, debate whether it is appropriate to profess your love for your ex at their wedding, and try to work out the symbolic significance of Snow White.

On this episode we tackle Oscar Isaac's unique accent skills, try to guess what each Egyptian God was in charge of, and discuss the representation of mental health in one of Marvel's more unusual additions. 

It's been ever such a long time since we released an episode- made even longer by the fact that Paul's laptop deleted the original recording of this one. But today we chat about the last MCU release of 2021. We go off on massive tangents on M. Night Shyamalan, Avatar and the Oscars, and we actually do talk about Spider-Man for a bit too.

In this episode, Paul and Kayleigh get into the Xmas spirit with Hawkeye. We discover the secrets of the token dog, rave about LARPing and talk about deaf/hard of hearing representation in films and TV.

On today's episode, Kayleigh and Paul tear apart what they agree to be one of the very worst MCU instalments. They debate why the Natural History Museum was incorrectly used, try to work out the ending of Lost, and inevitably compare everything to Doctor Who.

In this episode, Kayleigh and Paul are divided over their judgement of Shang-Chi! Can their friendship survive such conflict? They discuss magic doors and soul-eating demons, argue over whether Awkwafina was under-used, and chat about how underground fight clubs actually look like pretty fun places.

In this episode, Paul and Kayleigh dive headfirst into the multiverse. We question why some of these storylines weren't used in the first place, we imagine The Watcher with a high-pitched voice, we discuss the technicalities of zombies, and we agree on how foreboding an ellipsis is.

This week we tackle Scarlett Johansson's solo outing in the MCU. We anger the Russians, Disney, AND Scientology (we like to play with fire), discover the secret Bronte references and try to work out where this mysterious hospital is that Black Widow's been so traumatised about.

We return after a slightly lengthy break! This week Paul & Kayleigh discuss Loki including the philosophical influences, whether Richard E Grant would make a good Doctor Who, and what on Earth does He Who Remains actually do in that office?!

On this episode, Paul and Kayleigh discuss the many failings of Sam and Bucky's adventures. Is John Walker meant to be likeable or hateful? Are the baddies terrorists or do they have a point? Why is Sharon Carter there at all (and has she now officially kissed her own uncle?)? We try to answer all these questions because the writers just didn't manage to. 

Today we have an unusually long episode because there's just SO MUCH to unpack in this spectacular series. We discuss the evolution of the American sitcom, the process of grief, Kathryn Hahn's wink, conspiracy theories, fictional pregnancies, genre-bending, and 1990s cynicism. Amongst other things.

For our fiftieth (!!!) full-length episode, we unfortunately have to delve into one of the biggest flops of the MCU. We go on a massive tangent about The Mummy, question Ana Helstrom's hairdo, complain about the lack of sensitivity around mental health and list a billion reasons why this show failed so miserably. 

This week, Kayleigh and Paul finally come to the end of the marathon that is Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the big twist of the finale is that we actually enjoyed it! We make favourable comparisons with Doctor Who, compare TV shows that have concluded well, and wonder if the producers could ever bring themselves to get rid of Coulson.

This week Paul and Kayleigh conclude their thoughts on Runaways. We go crazy for the presence of Liz Hurley and her bountiful bosom, we wonder why an evil future person would make a "to-do" list, and also try to imagine what it would be like for your unborn baby to start glowing inside you. 

This week, Kayleigh and Paul enter Phase 4 with our return to the Spiderverse. We wonder what the hell kind of school trip this is meant to be, create our own Daily Bugle spin-off series and reminisce about our own school days.

This week Kayleigh and Paul say farewell to the last of all the Netflix series. We bemoan the lack of shades of grey in the villain, create our own sitcom spin-off involving Hogarth and the Raft, and try to work out the intricacies of empathic abilities (and fail miserably). 

In this feature-length episode, Kayleigh and Paul reach.....The Big One. We analyse the political and psychological effects of killing half of the universe, criticise Hawkeye's new haircut, work out who all the guests are at a certain character's funeral, and wax lyrical about that final battle. Spoilers abound so beware if you have yet to watch the movie!

This week Kayleigh and Paul tackle both seasons of Cloak & Dagger before we move onto the Big One next week (ahhhhhhh!). We discuss heavy themes such as modern slavery and human trafficking, then debate whether pancakes or waffles are more romantic (apparently this is very divisive).

As we approach the end of Phase 3, Kayleigh and Paul get their feminist hats on for the first female-led MCU film. We discuss sexist trolls amongst critics, Paul rethinks his entire ranking system, and we trash DC (a little bit). Enjoy! 

This week, Kayleigh and Paul say farewell to The Punisher. We discuss deep themes such as capital punishment, trauma, morality, and jolly musical jingles for miserable superheroes. Enjoy!

This week we return to the Gen Z-fused world of Runaways. We discuss the differences between churches and cults, whether it's called the Snatch or the Snap (opinion is divided), and the possible explanations behind the hidden underground mansion. If you enjoy, please like us, review us, rate us, dance the macarena with us :).

We're baaaaaaack after a lengthy hiatus in which we did Life Things. To kick off 2022, we debate whether Matt Murdock is actually interesting or not, compare Fisk's redecorating to The Sims, and praise Vanessa for being a complete and total psychopath.  Like us, review us, rate us, subscribe to us and you will reach nirvana* *Not guaranteed.

This week, Paul and Kayleigh say a fond(ish) farewell to Iron Fist. We dissect that super weird couples dinner that Danny and Colleen decide to host, bemoan the ancient tropes around mental health and debate the possibility of a Colleen-Misty spin-off.

This week, Paul and Kayleigh return to the whacky, whimsical world of Scott Lang. We discuss which Michael Douglas came first, the pros and cons of shrinking your lab, and whether Thanos would "snap" trees.

This week, Paul and Kayleigh say farewell to Luke Cage. We discuss how things could pan out if a third season were made, the pros and cons of going to the cinema (bit of a tangent), and we discover which Netflix Marvel character we are based on an intense series of psychological questions such as "What is your favourite colour?" Subscribe, review, rate and live a long and fruitful life.

This week we talk about how much we dislike Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (sorry 'bout it!) We discuss turning half of one's brain off to enjoy things more, plot holes in Star Wars, and which infinity stone matches our personality. And we talk about the actual series too for a bit.

SPOILERS AHEAD in our longest episode yet as we tackle one of the most seminal moments in the MCU story. We ponder upon which Infinity Stone we'd like to nab for ourselves, who we would have chosen to live and die, and try to solve the famously tricksy Trolley Problem.

This week we return to the shenanigans of our gal Jessica. We dissect mental health, power play, abuse and reliance in relationships, the health benefits of whiskey and Freddo bars, and why Glinda is so shady to poor Dorothy in Oz. 

This week we head to lovely Wakanda (COVID travel restrictions permitting) and discuss the layered themes and symbolism in Black Panther, give our two cents on who should succeed Chadwick, and have a rant about the Oscars. Like us, love us, subscribe to us, JOIN US!

This week we go off on a rip-roaring fantastical adventure as we discuss how Jeff Goldblum is the God of Acting, the post-colonial themes hidden within, and the thrill of seeing a Shake Weight being used. Subscribe, rate, review, and we shall grant you three wishes.

This week Kayleigh and Paul do battle with Zoom delays to dissect Runaways, a Hocus Pocus/the Goonies/last Harry Potter book combo that had us desperate to be young and vibrant Gen Z-ers (alas, we are not). Rate us, review us, subscribe to us, worship us as always!

This week Paul and Kayleigh ponder upon the blood-and-gore-fest that is The Punisher (or THE PUNISHEEEEERRRRR). We bemoan the innocent days of pixellated computer game deaths, praise Karen for reclaiming the name of Karen, and wonder how so many characters get torn to shreds but can't seem to die... Rate us, review us, subscribe to us, LOVE US. 

This week, Kayleigh and Paul attempt to find some semblance of quality in one of the worst additions to the MCU. We compare storylines to Shakespeare and Dynasty, try to count how many times characters say "Attilan", and wonder why Black Bolt looks constipated all the time.

This week we tackle Netflix's attempt to emulate The Avengers. We question the writers' choice to claim Chernobyl happened because of a dragon, pitch a "Baby Defenders" TV series (watch this space!) and we gush incessantly over Sigourney Weaver. As always, like, subscribe, rate, review, and put a picture of us on your shrine for a lifetime of good fortune. 

This week we welcome the new, woke, Tik-Toking, Gen Z Spider-Man into the MCU. We compare previous incarnations to the Colin vs Cuthbert the Caterpillar controversy that has swept the UK, we beg Mark Hamill to join the MCU and we even manage to get in a Terry Pratchett quote. How clever of us. Please do listen, subscribe, rate, review and then repeat the cycle until you're dead. That, my friends, is life.

This week, Kayleigh and Paul discuss who would play which character if the MCU films were made in the 90s, ponder on how an entire team of people can get replaced with robots so easily, compare the entire storyline to virtually everything from I, Robot to Bedazzled, and engage in the shortest quiz known to mankind. Subscribe, rate, review us and then leave us wanting more x

This week Kayleigh and Paul head back into space to discuss the similarities between the Bible and comic books, Ego's insane belief that Peter Quill will just follow his lead, and how there appears to be an entire race of C3POs in the MCU. Listen, subscribe, rate, review and you will surely enter the Gateway and achieve Enlightenment. 

This week, Kayleigh and Paul lay into what is generally regarded as the weaker edition to the Netflix corpus. We admire Madame Gao's unashamed evilness, try to work out Harold Meachum's entire character trajectory (and fail miserably), and we only manage to accidentally use the word "fisting" once! As always, subscribe, rate and review us and all your wildest dreams will come true.

This week we enter the magical, marvellous world of Dr Strange. Kayleigh and Paul debate whether Tilda Swinton is a decent leader, compare Strange's cloak with Aladdin's magic carpet, and ponder on how effective those electric paddles are in hospitals (do people even use them??)   As always, subscribe, rate and review us and we will dance for joy!

This week we return to Netflix to see what good ol' Luke Cage is up to in Harlem. We discuss the pros and cons of a bionic arm, how painful those Big Bad Bullets are, and how would you kill someone who is indestructible? (Asking for a friend).   As always, subscribe, rate and review us and you MIGHT receive a shiny penny.

This week, Kayleigh and Paul continue to rant about how much they dislike Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D (sorry to its many, many fans out there). They discuss the possibility for a Cluedo-themed superhero series, ponder upon which of the main characters should be killed off, and admit that having your husband turn into a huge, blue killing machine is pretty dramatic actually. As always, subscribe, rate us and review us. We do love it so.

This week, Phase 3 officially OFFICIALLY begins with Kayleigh and Paul piling into Civil War (and not just between themselves!). Topics up for discussion are which Disney heroes deserve to join the MCU, Aunt May's absolute glow-up, and what the hell has Captain America got against the United Nations?? Listen, rate, review us (be nice- or else).

This week we return to the doom and gloom of Netflix's Daredevil. Paul and Kayleigh mentally design their own superhero outfits, bemoan how naff the name "Frank" is, and ponder upon which is scarier: Wilson Fisk or a hoard of undead ninjas? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us or we'll come after you with sticks (disclaimer: we won't really).

This week, Kayleigh and Paul bemoan the death of quality writing in Agent Carter. We wonder which Disney villains would go well into the Marvel Universe, where Jarvis' wife's accent is meant to be from, and who the hell thought up that ridiculous "Enormous Turnip" climax. Please do subscribe, rate and review us with all your might!

This week Paul and Kayleigh tackle the darkest addition to the MCU yet. They ponder upon heroically saving dogs, the nature of abusive relationships and should Jessica Jones have worn a costume after all? Subscribe, rate and review and enjoy our exploration of all things Marvel (and some random things not).

This week we tackle the smallest and probably the most real of the Avengers members. We ponder on what kind of sorcery keeps Paul Rudd so youthful, whether a pet ant is really a good idea, and the cultural touchstone that is Thomas the Tank Engine. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us as we continue with our banterous journey through the MCU!

We're baaaaaack. Our first episode of 2021 sees Paul and Kayleigh moaning about how much time they had to spend watching such a long season of episodes. We also tackle why on Earth you'd give Simmons any undercover work, why Coulson remains a piss-poor choice for Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., and why villains always having disfigurements is pretty damn toxic when you get right down to it. Please do follow us, rate us, review us and all that jazz. We love to hear from you all. And if you're a Twitterer, give us a follow: @themarvelvirgin

This week, we reach another Avengers cornerstone. Paul & Kayleigh tackle the feminist controversy around Black Widow's past, speculate on Sokovia's tourism board, and chastise Captain America's self-righteousness even when dying in a dream (the douchebag...). Like, review and rate us and who knows? You could be Chosen!