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    The Superhero Show Show
    Fantastic Four: Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur

    The Superhero Show Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 19:34


    The Superhero Show #637Fantastic Four: Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur The Superhero Show — Doomasaur the Doctor Doom DinosaurThis week, The Superhero Show takes another break from its coverage of the 1994 Fantastic Four animated series to focus entirely on Ryan North's Fantastic Four #13, “A Thing or Two.” And honestly, there may be no better reason to stop everything else than the arrival of Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur.Picking up the dinosaur-filled storyline from the previous issue, the Fantastic Four find themselves dealing with a collision between two universes—one populated by humans and another populated by dinosaur versions of Marvel's greatest heroes and villains. But while dinosaur versions of the Fantastic Four are already plenty of fun, the real highlight comes when Doctor Doom encounters the only person he believes he can truly trust: another Doctor Doom.That's right. Human Doom teams up with Dinosaur Doom, creating the short-lived but glorious partnership of Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur. The hosts break down the ridiculousness of the concept, why Ryan North somehow makes it work, and how the story eventually gives Ben Grimm and his dinosaur counterpart the opportunity to save the day.DOOMASAUR the Doctor Doom Dinosaur: The Most Logical Team-Up in the MultiverseThe hosts begin by discussing one of the greatest ideas imaginable for a Fantastic Four comic: Doctor Doom meeting a dinosaur version of himself.With two universes threatening to collide and destroy one another, the situation quickly becomes even more dangerous when another incursion point opens in Latveria. There, Doctor Doom discovers his dinosaur counterpart, and naturally, the two versions of Victor Von Doom immediately decide that working together is an excellent idea.The hosts absolutely love the team-up between Doom and Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur, especially because it perfectly fits Doom's personality. Of course Doom would trust another version of himself more than anyone else in existence.The partnership may be relatively short-lived, but the hosts agree that the comic gets every possible ounce of entertainment out of the idea. A human Doctor Doom teaming up with a dinosaur Doctor Doom is exactly the kind of wonderfully absurd concept that Ryan North's Fantastic Four has become so good at embracing.DOOMASAUR the Doctor Doom Dinosaur: Two Universes Are About to CollideThe larger story centers around the increasingly dangerous collision between the human Marvel Universe and a parallel universe populated by dinosaur versions of its inhabitants.The Fantastic Four have already encountered their prehistoric counterparts, but the situation becomes far more serious as the two realities begin to threaten each other's existence. One universe may have to be sacrificed if the heroes can't find a solution.Meanwhile, the two Dooms see opportunity rather than disaster.Instead of working to save both worlds, Doom and his dinosaur counterpart devise their own plan to bring the universes together and create even more territory for them to rule. The hosts discuss how perfectly this captures both versions of Doom: faced with a universe-ending crisis, their first instinct isn't simply to survive—it's to figure out how they can come out of it with more power.DOOMASAUR the Doctor Doom Dinosaur vs. The Brothers GrimmWhile the Fantastic Four and even the Avengers struggle against the two Dooms, the story eventually comes down to an unexpected pair of heroes: Ben Grimm and his dinosaur counterpart.The hosts have a great time discussing the team-up between The Thing and Dinosaur Thing—collectively known as the Brothers Grimm—and why they are the perfect characters to take center stage during the issue's climax.Rather than simply defeating Doom through bigger punches or greater strength, the two Things ultimately succeed through something much more important: understanding exactly what makes Doctor Doom tick.The hosts love that Ryan North gives Ben Grimm the opportunity to prove that he's much more than the Fantastic Four's muscle. Ben understands people, understands Doom, and knows that sometimes the best way to defeat Victor Von Doom is not through force at all.It's through his ego.DOOMASAUR the Doctor Doom Dinosaur: The Secret to Beating Doom Is His EgoOne of the biggest takeaways from the episode is the hosts' discussion about Doctor Doom and the one weakness that always seems to bring him down: himself.Doom may be one of the smartest people in the Marvel Universe. He may have incredible technology, mystical knowledge, armies, and enough confidence to challenge almost anyone.But Doom also has an ego.The hosts discuss how Fantastic Four #13 understands this fundamental part of the character. The way to defeat Doom isn't always finding a bigger weapon or assembling a stronger team. Sometimes all you need to do is give Doom an opportunity to prove how brilliant and superior he believes he is—and let that arrogance do the rest.The fact that this issue has two versions of Doom only makes that weakness even more entertaining.After all, what could possibly go wrong when two of the most arrogant people in the multiverse are both convinced they are the smartest person in the room?Why the Dinosaur Fantastic Four Stories Are So Much FunBeyond the Doom storyline, the hosts spend time reflecting on just how much they have enjoyed this dinosaur detour in Ryan North's Fantastic Four run.The concept could have easily been treated as a throwaway joke, but the hosts appreciate how much fun the creative team has with the premise. Dinosaur versions of familiar Marvel characters, alternate versions of the Fantastic Four, dinosaur Avengers, and now Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur all combine into one of the most delightfully ridiculous stories of the series.The hosts praise Ryan North for being willing to embrace the inherent silliness of superhero comics while still treating the characters and stakes seriously enough for the story to matter.That's what makes the dinosaur storyline work so well: the comic knows exactly how ridiculous the concept is, but it never acts embarrassed by it.Ryan North Continues to Make Fantastic Four FunAs they wrap up the discussion, the hosts once again talk about how much they continue to enjoy Ryan North's approach to Fantastic Four.Issue #13 is filled with giant ideas, alternate universes, superhero action, dinosaurs, and two versions of Doctor Doom plotting together—but underneath all of that chaos is a story that understands its characters.The hosts especially appreciate how the issue gives Ben Grimm an important role in the resolution. Even surrounded by cosmic disasters and superpowered heroes, Ryan North finds a way to remind readers that Ben's greatest strengths aren't always physical.Sometimes the person who knows how to defeat Doctor Doom is simply the person who knows Doctor Doom best.Final Thoughts — Doomasaur the Doctor Doom DinosaurBy the end of the episode, The Superhero Show finds itself celebrating everything that makes this stretch of Ryan North's Fantastic Four run so much fun. Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur may not have been around for long, but the team-up between human Doom and Dinosaur Doom is exactly as entertaining as it sounds.Between two universes colliding, the Fantastic Four meeting their dinosaur counterparts, the Brothers Grimm stepping up to save the day, and Doctor Doom once again being defeated because of his own enormous ego, Fantastic Four #13 delivers one of the most wonderfully ridiculous adventures of the series.For the hosts, Doomasaur the Doctor Doom Dinosaur is proof that sometimes the best comic book stories begin with a completely absurd idea—and then commit to it one hundred percent.Are You a Research Nerd Who's Looking For More?Here are some links for all your research wants and needs!1994 Fantastic Four Animated SeriesRyan North's Fantastic FourJoin the discussions online! 1994 Fantastic Four Animated Series, Ryan North's Fantastic FourCatch Up On Past Episodes!Missed any of our past episodes? 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    Mostly Superheroes
    Road to Avengers Doomsday: The Marvel Movies You Should Rewatch Now

    Mostly Superheroes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 75:24


    Avengers Doomsday is coming, and Marvel has officially given fans a list of movies and shows to watch before the big December 2026 release. Logan Janis breaks down the Countdown to Avengers Doomsday list, including X-Men, X2, Captain America: The First Avenger, The Avengers, Infinity War, Endgame, Loki, Shang-Chi, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Wakanda Forever, Captain America: Brave New World, Deadpool & Wolverine, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Thunderbolts* and The Fantastic Four. But what did Marvel leave out? Logan makes the case for movies including X-Men: Days of Future Past and Iron Man, while diving deep into Loki, the TVA, Kang, the multiverse and why Loki may be one of the most important pieces of the entire Avengers Doomsday setup. 00:00 Intro & Avengers Doomsday countdown 08:24 Avengers Doomsday trailer reaction 11:13 Marvel's official Doomsday watch list 12:41 What's missing from the list? 13:10 Why X-Men: Days of Future Past matters 16:12 Captain America: The First Avenger 21:50 The Avengers 23:39 Infinity War & Endgame 27:28 Why Loki is essential 35:25 Loki, Kang & the TVA explained 44:04 Loki's Season 2 finale 48:23 Shang-Chi & the multiverse 49:17 Spider-Man: No Way Home 50:42 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever 52:08 Captain America: Brave New World & Deadpool 53:04 Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness 53:46 Thunderbolts* / The New Avengers 54:31 The Fantastic Four 1:02:32 Why Days of Future Past should be included 1:04:03 Why Iron Man belongs on the list 1:06:04 More major Marvel omissions 1:06:41 Final thoughts on Avengers Doomsday 1:07:05 Avengers Endgame encore & Doomsday countdown 1:07:30 What's coming with the X-Men and Doctor Doom Watch, listen, subscribe, and support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

    The Geek Cave Podcast
    Geek Cave Podcast 192.1 | COMICS | All-Star Superman, The Trillion Dollar Kid, and more

    The Geek Cave Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 43:06


    This month, Darrin has looks at JLA/Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, and The Trillion Dollar Kid, Chad has another Fantastic Four-related head-scratcher, and Justin revisits All-Star Superman while the others debate the reality of rabbit-based merchants. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355 

    Earth's Mightiest Podcasts
    EMP Episode 226: Colonizers Squared

    Earth's Mightiest Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 74:16


    Individually they were just like those guys who like to hang around the comic book shop and talk comics but together they form the Earth's Mightiest Podcast! IN THIS EPISODE We talk about the... Avengers books of July 2026 Avengers - Armageddon #2 Captain America #13 Doomquest #3 Iron Man #7 Quick Hits Reborn - Ultimate Impact #3 Imperial Guardians #5 Fantastic Four #13-14 Marvel Swimsuit Special - Brand New Beach Day #1 Wonder Man #5 [EMP RSS] Subscribe [RSS All] Subscribe [Google Play All] Subscribe [iTunes] Subscribe Music: EMP theme song By Tribe One http://tribeonewon.wordpress.com/ Email: TheAvengers@EarthsMightiestPodcast.com Website: http://www.EarthsMightiestPodcast.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EMPcast/Viet's Website: http://www.comedianviet.com Check out Seth's comic Dalrak the Mighty on Global Comix!

    Word Balloon Comics Podcast
    Voices Of Kirby pt 4 Alex Ross

    Word Balloon Comics Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 66:53 Transcription Available


    This time, we're joined by Alex Ross for a conversation about Fantastic Four: Full Circle, his graphic novel that reaches directly back to the imagination and visual energy of Jack Kirby.Alex talks about revisiting the classic Fantastic Four, drawing inspiration from the Lee and Kirby era, and finding a way to honor that groundbreaking work .We'll get into the design, the storytelling, the psychedelic science-fiction imagery, and what Kirby's Fantastic Four still represents to one of comics' most acclaimed artists.

    Marvel Noise
    Marvel Noise Episode 471 – Micronauts, From Toys to Comics

    Marvel Noise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 46:57


    Another classic two hander, Steve and Andy cover the first 12 issues of the Micronauts from their original run.

    The Superhero Show Show
    Fantastic Four: Annihilus vs Blastaar

    The Superhero Show Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 35:05


    The Superhero Show #636Fantastic Four: Annihilus vs BlastaarThe Superhero Show — Annihilus vs BlastaarThis week, The Superhero Show dives into Episode 1.12 of the 1994 Fantastic Four animated series, “Behold the Negative Zone.” The hosts are introduced to two major Fantastic Four villains, Annihilus and Blastaar, as Reed Richards accidentally opens a portal into the Negative Zone and unleashes two powerful enemies onto Earth.The episode gives the hosts plenty to discuss, from the strange designs and over-the-top personalities of these two cosmic villains to the surprisingly ridiculous side stories involving The Thing. As they break down Annihilus vs Blastaar, the hosts question whether these two legendary comic book villains actually work as threats in this animated adaptation—or whether their goofy presentation makes them much more entertaining than intimidating.Annihilus vs Blastaar: Welcome to the Negative ZoneThe episode begins when Reed's experiment accidentally opens a portal into the Negative Zone, allowing Annihilus to enter the Fantastic Four's world. Before long, his longtime enemy Blastaar follows him through the dimensional opening, turning what was already a dangerous situation into an even bigger problem.The hosts discuss the basic premise of the Negative Zone and how the series introduces this strange alternate dimension. They also talk about how quickly the episode escalates from Reed conducting a scientific experiment to two alien warlords deciding that Earth is the perfect place to continue their conflict.Annihilus vs Blastaar: Are These Villains Supposed to Be This Silly?A major part of the discussion focuses on Annihilus and Blastaar as characters.The hosts examine how the animated series adapts both villains, comparing their appearances, personalities, and behavior to what they expected from their comic book counterparts. While both are supposed to be formidable rulers and warriors from the Negative Zone, the hosts find their designs and performances surprisingly goofy.Annihilus, in particular, spends much of the episode communicating through strange grunts and unintelligible sounds, while Blastaar gets to be the more talkative and theatrical of the two.Rather than simply asking whether they're accurate adaptations, the hosts have fun debating whether the ridiculous presentation actually makes them more entertaining.Annihilus vs Blastaar: Two Warlords, One EarthThe central conflict quickly becomes less about defeating the Fantastic Four and more about Annihilus vs Blastaar.Neither villain is particularly interested in sharing the planet, and their rivalry eventually leads to a formal challenge to determine who will rule. The Fantastic Four find themselves caught between two enemies who are perfectly capable of destroying Earth while they're busy fighting each other.The hosts discuss how strange it is that the Fantastic Four's biggest advantage throughout much of the episode is simply letting these two villains' egos work against them.Annihilus vs Blastaar: The Thing Becomes a SalesmanThe episode also gives the hosts one of their favorite examples of the show's bizarre humor: The Thing selling VHS tapes of his greatest fights.Ben has apparently turned his superhero exploits into a home-video business, appearing on a shopping network to sell a collector's-edition tape called It's Clobberin' Time.The hosts discuss just how ridiculous this subplot is and why it fits perfectly with the wonderfully strange tone of this version of the Fantastic Four. While Reed is studying black holes and alternate dimensions, Ben is busy trying to make some extra money by selling recordings of himself beating up supervillains.It's exactly the kind of bizarre side plot that makes this series so much fun to revisit.Annihilus vs Blastaar: Ben's Surprise for AliciaAnd then there's Ben's other big plan: buying Alicia Masters a baby elephant.The hosts discuss the hilarious reveal that Ben's reason for appearing on the shopping network is connected to trying to earn some money for a surprise for Alicia. By the end of the episode, that surprise turns out to be an elephant that Alicia can apparently ride to the supermarket.The hosts have plenty of fun with this moment, questioning Ben's decision-making while also appreciating how strangely wholesome it is. In an episode filled with alien warlords and dimensional portals, the emotional resolution is essentially, “Ben bought Alicia an elephant.”Annihilus vs Blastaar: How Do the Fantastic Four Stop Them?With the Negative Zone portal closed, Reed has to find a way to send Annihilus and Blastaar back to their own dimension.The hosts discuss how the Fantastic Four ultimately use the same bizarre combination of scientific experimentation and energy sources that originally opened the dimensional rift. Even Ben's seemingly unrelated VHS-shopping-network appearance becomes part of Reed's solution because of the unusual energy interaction created by the broadcast.It's another example of the show taking a completely ridiculous setup and somehow finding a scientific explanation that makes it work.Final Thoughts — Annihilus vs BlastaarBy the end of Annihilus vs Blastaar, The Superhero Show has plenty to say about an episode that is arguably more memorable for its weirdness than its villains. “Behold the Negative Zone” introduces two important Fantastic Four antagonists, but the animated series gives them such exaggerated designs and personalities that the hosts spend just as much time laughing at them as analyzing them.Between the Annihilus vs Blastaar showdown, Reed's accidental trip into the Negative Zone, The Thing selling his greatest fights on VHS, and Ben buying Alicia a baby elephant, this episode proves that the 1994 Fantastic Four series is never afraid to embrace the absurd.Are You a Research Nerd Who's Looking For More?Here are some links for all your research wants and needs!1994 Fantastic Four Animated SeriesRyan North's Fantastic FourJoin the discussions online! 1994 Fantastic Four Animated Series, Ryan North's Fantastic FourCatch Up On Past Episodes!Missed any of our past episodes? Catch up hereRead Along With Us!Want to watch read with us? Of course you do! Here's a link Ryan North's Fantastic Four (Purchase Necessary)

    The Watchers in the Basement
    Avengers Endgame: Encore trailer review and a hype level check for Avengers: Doomsday | MCU | Marvel Studios | RDJ | Doctor Doom

    The Watchers in the Basement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 65:50


    With Avengers: Endgame returning to theaters in late September and with the debut of Avengers: Doomsday just under four months away, Earth's Mightiest Heroes are SO back! Join The Watchers as we break down all the latest news from the Marvel Cinematic Universe – from the Endgame Encore trailer and a Special Look at Doomsday to the new X-Men cast and the first teaser for VisionQuest! #AvengersEndgameEncore #avengersdoomsday #avengers #marvel #mcu #doctordoom #xmen #visionquestAvengers Endgame Encore (2026) is the re-release of Avengers: Endgame (2019), a a superhero epic directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Brie Larson, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Benedict Wong, Jon Favreau, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Josh Brolin. Avengers: Doomsday (2026) is a superhero movie directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Hayley Atwell, Letitia Wright, Paul Rudd, Wyatt Russell, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Simu Liu, Florence Pugh, Kelsey Grammer, Lewis Pullman, Danny Ramirez, Joseph Quinn, David Harbour, Winston Duke, Hannah John-Kamen, Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Alan Cumming, Rebecca Romijn, James Marsden, Channing Tatum and Pedro Pascal.Avengers: Doomsday Special Look trailer: https://youtu.be/X1aFkAkFASk?si=AnpCxYRsWv9HuT7AAvengers: Doomsday official trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irVNGjRFZGkAvengers: Doomsday Clockhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f17J3AXVK5wAvengers: Doomsday teaser trailersSteve Rogers: https://youtu.be/UiMg566PREA?si=Dw9AvoSav0PuheI0Thor: https://youtu.be/1clWprLC5Ak?si=d9r-ixmgy-05nUwwX-Men: https://youtu.be/kH1XlwHQv9o?si=mux29uqXG4ew_LkoWakandans & Fantastic Four: https://youtu.be/399Ez7WHK5s?si=sUFwF4_E97hlpSyOAvengers Endgame: Encore trailer: https://youtu.be/L2NAh3CIdig?si=BG_CnkwYvtGN9jVDWatchers Assemble! Check out our previous coverage of Earth's Mightiest Heroes!Avengers: Endgame May 2019 review: https://youtu.be/UFAG19oNCyITop 5 moments from Avengers: Endgame: https://youtube.com/live/iGVy42mKzNEAvengers: Age of Ultron 10-year anniversary celebration: https://youtube.com/live/GWmvIjh20Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the show!facebook.com/watchersbasementtwitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasementthreads.net/@watchersbasementanchor.fm/watchersbasement #avengers #avengersendgame #avengersendgameencore #avengersdoomsday #avengers #rdj #doctordoom #ironman #tonystark #victorvondoom #robertdowneyjr #chrisevans #steverogers #captainamericamovie #avengersendgame #peggycarter #hayleyatwell #thor #chrishemsworth #loki #mcu #marvel #marvelcinematicuniverse #marvelstudios #xmen #fantasticfour #thunderbolts #newavengers #avengersassemble #antman #falcon #blackpanther #shangchi #spiderman #spidermanbrandnewday #watchersbasement #avengersdoomsdaytrailer #professorxavier #professorxavier #magneto #charlesxavier #eriklehnsherr #patrickstewart #ianmckellen #cyclops #jamesmarsden #scottsummers #blackpanther #shuri #thanos #joshbrolin #blackwidow #scarlettjohansson #hawkeye #jeremyrenner #markruffalo #hulk #hulksmash #incrediblehulk #therussobrothers

    Geek News Central
    Huge Announcements From D23!! #1873

    Geek News Central

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 44:59 Transcription Available


    In this episode, Chris Cochrane guest-hosts for his brother Ray and devotes the whole show to one event: Disney’s D23 2026 fan convention in Anaheim. Friday night delivered Marvel’s new X-Men cast, Adam Driver as Mister Sinister, a fresh Avengers: Doomsday trailer, and a release date for Frozen 3. Saturday turned to the parks, with Villains Land, an Indiana Jones dark ride, the long-awaited Expedition Everest yeti repair, and a Monsters Inc land opening in 2027. – Want to start a podcast? It’s easy to get started! Sign up at Blubrry – Thinking of buying a Starlink? Use my link to support the show. Subscribe to the Newsletter. Email Chris if you want to get in touch! Like and Follow Geek News Central’s Facebook Page. Support my Show Sponsor: Best Godaddy Promo Codes Get 1Password Full Summary Chris Cochrane opens the show and explains why this episode breaks the usual format. Instead of six or eight unrelated stories, the entire episode covers Disney’s D23 convention, which he compares to Apple’s WWDC. For newcomers, he notes that D23 is Disney’s official fan club, named for the company’s founding year of 1923. This year’s event ran two nights at the Honda Center: Friday for movies and television, Saturday for the theme parks. Marvel Finally Casts the X-Men Friday’s headline was the X-Men. The Associated Press put the crowd near 12,000, and Marvel Studios used that stage to name its rebooted team. Christopher Abbott plays Professor Charles Xavier, Inde Navarrette plays Rogue, and Maya Boyd plays Storm. Adam Driver rounds out the group as the villain Mister Sinister. Meanwhile, Samara Weaving, Kit Connor, and Sadie Sink were already known as Emma Frost, Cyclops, and Jean Grey. Jake Schreier directs, and the film arrives May 5, 2028. Chris calls the lineup spot-on casting. He singles out Weaving as a perfect match for the comics, and he points out that Sink already appeared as Jean Grey in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Navarrette is the least established name, coming off a breakout role in an indie horror film. Boyd, meanwhile, was the name he knew least, with what he believes is a Broadway background. Above all, Chris hopes Marvel does the team justice, and he recommends the animated revival X-Men ’97 on Disney+ as the best place to start. Frozen 3 Gets a Date and a Chaotic Reveal Frozen 3 lands November 24, 2027. That is the Wednesday of Thanksgiving week, the same slot the first two films used. The story centers on Anna and Kristoff’s wedding, which a new villain, an evil Ice Queen, disrupts. Jennifer Lee returns to direct with Trent Correy, and the full voice cast is back. However, the reveal itself fell apart. Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel performed a darker arrangement of “Frozen Heart.” Meanwhile, the audio failed, the video failed, and a set of doors never opened. Menzel asked the crowd whether they should try it again, and Bell simply narrated everything that was supposed to happen. Afterward, Josh Gad sang “Oooh, Samantha,” a new love song for Olaf. Chris is here for it, since Olaf is one of the franchise’s best comic characters. Pixar, Disney Animation, and the Rest of Friday Night Pixar chief Pete Docter laid out a packed slate. Incredibles 3 hits summer 2028 and follows Violet and Dash sneaking out at night to fight crime. Chris hopes that finally shows a grown-up Jack-Jack. Coco 2 follows in November 2029 with Benjamin Bratt returning as Ernesto de la Cruz. That has fans puzzling over how a villain already in the Land of the Dead comes back. Additionally, Pixar showed an original called Ghost Market and a Venice-set cat film called Gatto. On the Disney Animation side, Zootopia 3 is confirmed. The live-action Tangled arrives March 31, 2028 with Kathryn Hahn as Mother Gothel. Chris considers that casting perfect after her turn in Agatha All Along. A live-action Lilo & Stitch sequel, a new Simpsons movie, a Bluey movie, and a Kingdom Hearts anime series round out the list. For Star Wars fans, Ahsoka returns January 20, 2027. Chris also offers a hot take: he prefers Rogue One to the entire sequel trilogy. Consequently, he welcomes original stories like Ryan Gosling’s upcoming Starfighter. Adam Driver Is Mister Sinister Driver appeared by video rather than in person. He told the crowd that he and Kevin Feige had talked for years about joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Then he announced he would play Magneto. After a long pause, he corrected himself to Nathaniel Milbury, which is Mister Sinister’s human alias. The gag landed because fans had floated Driver for Magneto for years. For anyone new to the comics, Chris explains that Mister Sinister is a geneticist obsessed with mutant DNA, a manipulator rather than a brawler. The cast met backstage only minutes earlier, so Chris is curious how their chemistry develops. Notably, Christopher Abbott previously worked with Driver on HBO’s Girls. The script comes from Beef creator Lee Sung Jin and The Bear co-showrunner Joanna Calo, two prestige-television names that have Chris excited. Why the X-Men Took Thirty Years to Reach the MCU A business story underlies the casting. In the 1990s, a financially struggling Marvel sold film rights to raise cash. Fox ended up with the X-Men and the Fantastic Four, and Sony took Spider-Man. As a result, Marvel Studios built its connected universe from 2008 onward without some of its most famous characters. The Hugh Jackman era of X-Men films belonged to Fox, with a separate continuity and no crossovers. That changed in 2019, when Disney closed its $71 billion purchase of 21st Century Fox’s film and television studio. Most coverage framed the deal as a streaming play, but it also brought the X-Men home. Chris sums it up neatly: Disney signed the paperwork in 2019, cast the film in 2026, and audiences see it in 2028. Ryan Gosling’s Starfighter, Ghost Rider, and VisionQuest Lucasfilm dated Star Wars: Starfighter for May 28, 2027. Gosling plays Kade Auberon, a pilot from the wrong side of the galaxy tied to the fastest starfighter ever built. Before he walked out, Disney played clips of him as a kid on The Mickey Mouse Club. Gosling said the company changed his life then and is changing it again now. He is also playing Ghost Rider in the Marvel universe. That thrills Chris, since Nicolas Cage last carried the character on the big screen. Meanwhile, the Disney+ series VisionQuest arrives October 14. Paul Bettany returns as Vision and James Spader as Ultron, and the trailer drops the two androids into oddly mundane human situations. Bettany joked that Vision has “rather inconveniently died several times.” Chris agrees the character has been through the wringer since WandaVision. The Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Avengers: Doomsday opens December 18, with Joe and Anthony Russo directing. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Hayley Atwell introduced the new footage. It offers the clearest look yet at Downey as Doctor Doom, who fights off Thor and takes his hammer. Evans appears as Captain America holding a baby, and Ian McKellen shows up as a haggard, long-haired Magneto. One quieter shot has Doom staring at a portrait of a lost wife and child. That frames him as a grieving avenger rather than a world-ender. He also commands an army of comic-accurate Sentinels. The cast pulls from the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and the legacy Fox X-Men, including Patrick Stewart. Hugh Jackman also appeared on screen to say he is willing to return as Wolverine, though that was not a confirmation. Chris, a self-described Marvel nerd, closes with a theory. He suspects the MCU’s Tony Stark was actually Victor von Doom, adopted by the Starks, which would explain the Downey casting. He also predicts the Fox-era X-Men die off in this film and that Thor may be the major casualty. If it happens, he wants credit for calling it. Sponsor: GoDaddy Economy hosting $6.99/month, WordPress hosting $12.99/month, domains $11.99. Website builder trial available. Use codes at geeknewscentral.com/godaddy to support the show. Disney Parks Around the World Saturday’s Disney Experiences showcase covered parks, resorts, and cruise ships, with Neil Patrick Harris hosting. Hong Kong Disneyland gets an Avengers pavilion that reshapes its Stark Expo skyline. Shanghai Disneyland is building the first land devoted entirely to Spider-Man, complete with a new coaster. Since Spider-Man is his favorite hero, Chris hopes to visit once it opens. Closer to home, Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure is doubling in size with two rides opening in 2028. Avengers: Infinity Defense brings back Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Chris Hemsworth, and Downey, while Stark Flight Lab adds Brie Larson. A Coco boat ride into the Land of the Dead is also coming, with no height requirement. Chris admits he prefers California Adventure to Disneyland because the rides are better. Overseas, Disneyland Paris will retire its Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain overlay at the end of 2027 and restore the original Jules Verne theme. Paris also gets the first ride ever based on The Lion King. Tokyo Disneyland adds Sugar Rush: Sweet Rescue, the first Wreck-It Ralph ride, plus a Space Mountain launch sequence designed with YouTuber Mark Rober. Finally, Disney Cruise Line announced three more ships, including the Disney Believe in 2027 and an entirely new class in 2029. Back in Anaheim, Tomorrowland is getting reimagined, which Chris welcomes because the land badly needs an update. The Magic Happens parade and the Remember Dreams Come True fireworks are both returning. For the tech crowd, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run now has a Fortnite crossover, where in-game missions unlock content on the real ride. Every New Walt Disney World Ride and Land Chris ranks the Florida parks Hollywood Studios first, then Epcot, Animal Kingdom, and Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom leads the announcements with Villains Land, now the official name. It features a Maleficent coaster through an enchanted briar and a boat ride through the Evil Queen’s catacombs. Reporting puts its scale near Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and Glenn Close appeared in character as Cruella to announce it. Piston Peak, the Cars area replacing Tom Sawyer Island, adds two more rides, though their exact names remain unsettled. Additionally, the Carousel of Progress gets new scenes and a recast. Jamie Lee Curtis and Bryan Cranston will voice Mom and Dad starting late spring 2027. Chris, invoking Heisenberg, calls Cranston the GOAT. At Animal Kingdom, the Indiana Jones ride now has a name: Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent. It tells an original 1950 story inside a Maya temple, and Harrison Ford personally served as the physical model for the animatronic. Nearby, the Tropical Americas land brings Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto, with more than fifty animal animatronics and no height requirement. Then comes the fix park regulars have wanted for years. The Expedition Everest yeti broke soon after the ride opened. Rather than fix it, Disney lit it with a strobe for over a decade, earning the nickname disco yeti. Now it is being repaired and returned to full motion. Chris rates Everest among his top five rides anywhere, and he suggests riding it before the fix so you can compare. Over at Epcot, Spaceship Earth gets its first major story rewrite in nearly twenty years, shifting from communication history to human connection. Dreamfinder also returns to Journey Into Imagination, and Disney Experiences chairman Thomas Mazloum introduced that news with two words: “we heard you.” Mazloum added that Disney has more projects underway than at any point in its history. After this rundown, Chris believes him. Monsters Inc Land Opens in 2027 Monstropolis begins opening at Hollywood Studios in early 2027, but in stages. The headline door coaster will not be ready on day one. It is the first suspended coaster in any Disney park. It also uses Disney’s first vertical lift, hauling riders about forty feet straight up before launching them into the door vault. Instead, the land opens with the Glob Theater’s “Welcome to Monstropolis” show and Harryhausen’s, a working sushi restaurant lifted from the first film. The stage show features an original song by Randy Newman, his first ever written for a theme park attraction. Chris also notes that the restaurant name honors stop-motion legend Ray Harryhausen. Wrapping up, Chris names the X-Men casting and the Doomsday trailer as his favorite moments of the weekend. He hopes to cover more movie news on future shows, and he plugs Dune: Part Three, which also opens December 18. Chris signs off with the usual mentions: GNC Insider at geeknewscentral.com/insider, email at geeknews@gmail.com, the newsletter, and modern podcast apps at podcastapps.com. He also thanks GoDaddy for over twenty years of support. The post Huge Announcements From D23!! #1873 appeared first on Geek News Central.

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    Marvel Reread Club
    165 Marvel Reread Club February 1969 (part 2)

    Marvel Reread Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 69:21


    MRC handles the middle of February 1969 with Fantastic Four 83, Captain Marvel 10, Sub-Mariner 10, Silver Surfer 4, and Nick Fury Agent of SHIELD 9. It's a totally different story if you replace the Atmo-Gun with the Hypno-Gun! Check it out!

    AiPT! Comics
    Benjamin Percy and Phillip Kennedy Johnson talk Marvel's Midnight Universe

    AiPT! Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2026 83:17


    Marvel's Midnight Universe is getting ready to open its doors, and this week we're going straight to two of the writers helping build it. Benjamin Percy and Phillip Kennedy Johnson join the AIPT Comics Podcast for an extended conversation about Midnight Fantastic Four and Midnight Spider-Man, two of the three series launching Marvel's new horror-infused universe on October 7. Along with Jonathan Hickman on Midnight X-Men, Percy and Johnson are helping to establish a world in which familiar Marvel characters are being rebuilt through body horror, cosmic terror, and some seriously disturbing new origins. Percy digs into the Lovecraftian nightmare behind his Fantastic Four, why their familiar powers are closer to curses, the influence of California's strange scientific and occult history, and just how grotesque Reed Richards' elasticity can become. Johnson takes us inside his radically different Peter Parker, the role Oscorp plays in his transformation, ScieTronc's horrifying designs, and why calling this version of Peter "Man-Spider" barely scratches the surface. The conversation also gets into the larger Midnight Universe, including how Percy, Johnson, and Hickman are coordinating their books, how carefully they're approaching other Marvel characters, plans for the universe to eventually expand, and yes, whether Hickman's beloved data pages are coming along for the ride. Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Marvel November solicitations! Jean Grey returns! Marvel's ‘Incursions' one-shots revisit the road to ‘Secret Wars' this November Marvel teases ‘Origin III': Is Wolverine's untold past about to be revealed? Official press release Marvel's November 2026 solicitations reveal the post -‘ Avengers: Armageddon' era Marvel retells Venom's origin from the symbiote's perspective in ‘Venom: POV' Marvel's free ‘Midnight Universe' ashcan reveals creepy new details Marvel Comics sheds light on November 2026 variant series Momo-Tone covers Exclusive: Benjamin Percy and Raúl Fernández launch sci-fi horror series ‘Egg Hunt' Exclusive: Brain Poison launches with three new sci-fi comics in shared universe Garth Ennis and John McCrea get weird with psychedelic horror tale ‘The Snail' DC Comics Solicitations for November Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Punisher Vs. Spider-Man #2 (Dan Abnett, Matteo Della Fonte) Thor #800 Chris:​​ Nights #20 (Wyatt Kennedy, Luigi Formisano) The Last Driver #1 (Sean Murphy, Simon Gough) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: Nights #20 (Wyatt Kennedy, Luigi Formisano)  Dave: Destination Kill #4 (Joe Palmer) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: Minotaur #2 (Si Spurrier, Michael Dowling) Dave: Batman: Bad Seeds – Sunset #1 (Matt Fraction, G. Willow Wilson, Giuseppe) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Tomb of Apocalypse #1 (Pablo Villalobos) Chris: Next Level: One Shot #1 (Fernando Blanco Main Cover) Interview: Midnight Universe - Ben Percy (Midnight FF) and Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Midnight Spider-Man) - Out October 7, FOC Aug 31 You're both taking characters whose origins are among the most familiar in comics and rebuilding them through horror. What was the first thing each of you identified in the classic Fantastic Four and Spider-Man origins that could become genuinely frightening in the Midnight Universe? Since this is horror, are you inverting who is the hero? I.e. is Spider-Man the villain and hsi rogues the bad guys, same for FF, or is that giving too much away? Ben, the Fantastic Four have always been explorers pushing into the unknown, but here that curiosity seems potentially catastrophic. How much of Midnight Fantastic Four is about Reed Richards being unable to leave certain doors unopened, even when every instinct should tell him to stop? Phillip, you've described wanting Peter Parker's transformation to feel like something conceived by H.R. Giger and directed by David Cronenberg. Once Peter becomes this grotesque spider hybrid, how do you preserve the humanity and responsibility that make him recognizably Spider-Man? Both books seem fascinated with science going somewhere it absolutely should not go. How differently do Reed and Peter respond to the realization that scientific progress has created something horrifying, and do you see them as cautionary reflections of each other? The solicit for Midnight Fantastic Four #2 mentions revisiting and redefining the perils of the atomic age. Ben, what interested you about connecting the Fantastic Four to that particular period of scientific optimism, anxiety, and destruction? Phillip, Oscorp isn't simply responsible for Peter's transformation. They're apparently using what they learn from him to create more human-animal hybrids. Does that give this version of Spider-Man a different relationship with his rogues gallery, especially characters like the Lizard and Doctor Octopus? Kev Walker and ScieTronc have incredibly distinct visual identities. Were there moments when their designs or pages came back and actually changed your understanding of this universe, or pushed the horror further than what you'd originally scripted? Horror can become less frightening once readers understand its rules. With both of you planning potentially very long runs, how do you keep the Midnight Universe mysterious and unsettling after readers have spent 20, 30, or even 50 issues living inside it? I know your books haven't launched just yet, but it's hard not to be excited for your books to somehow connect, given Spidey and the FF are thoroughly linked in the 616. Have you dreamed up crossovers yet? Finally, the important Midnight Universe question: if Midnight Spider-Man and the Midnight Fantastic Four were trapped together in a horror movie, who dies first, who somehow survives, and who makes the catastrophically bad decision to say, “Let's split up”?

    11 O'Clock Comics Podcast
    It's Like Bullpen Bulletins, but with Very Little Marvel

    11 O'Clock Comics Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2026 126:49


    There's a lot to like here as Vince and David bring you Corpse Knight by Michael Chaves, Matthew Roberts, and Rico Renzi; Nightwing by Dan Watters, Denys Cowan, Norm Rapmund, and Francesco Segala; Batman/Superman: World's Finest by Mark Waid, Bruno Frenda, and Luis Guerrero; Detective Comics #1027 Deluxe Edition by so many people; a Bad Idea-O-Rama with Hank Howard, Pizza Detective: The Inside Job by Robert Venditti and David Lapham; Banana Number One by Joshua Dysart, Kevin Maguire, Rico Renzi, Mark Waid, and David Lapham; and Dingoliath by Robert Venditti & Brockton McKinney and Manix Abrera! Plus, Reign of the Superboys and Kingdom of Zod; Go Go Power Rangers; Fantastic Four by Ryan North, Humberto Ramos, Victor Olazaba, and Edgar Delgado; X-Men by Jed MacKay, Tony S. Daniel, Mark Morales, and Arthur Hesli; The Fury of Firestorm; Lanterns; and so much more!

    Munsons at the Movies
    Ep. 140 - Michael Chiklis (Feat. Matti Groll)

    Munsons at the Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 134:32


    The Munsons are thrilled to welcome back guest Munson Matti Groll to explore one of the stranger career paths we've covered: Michael Chiklis. A fellow Boston University Terrier, Matti joins us as we trace Chiklis from a disastrous first movie that nearly ended his career before it began to becoming one of the actors who helped redefine what television could look like in the early 2000s. Along the way, we unpack the incredible story behind Wired, the infamous John Belushi biopic that earned the wrath of Belushi's friends, a literal curse from Dan Aykroyd, and years of career fallout for a young actor who was mostly just happy to no longer be waiting tables. From there, we dive into the television work that ultimately made Chiklis a star, including The Commish and his groundbreaking Emmy-winning performance as Vic Mackey on The Shield. We debate just how important The Shield was in opening the door for prestige dramas on basic cable, discover that Stan Lee considered Chiklis's portrayal of The Thing his favorite live-action Marvel performance, and somehow find ourselves defending—or absolutely refusing to defend—the 2005 Fantastic Four. Matti also gets the considerably better assignment of revisiting Spirited Away, whose addition to Chiklis's filmography unexpectedly rescues him from dead last in Case's box-office rankings. The back half brings everything from Eagle Eye, Parker, and the wildly divisive When the Game Stands Tall to the MoviePass-produced crime thriller 10 Minutes Gone, complete with a fascinating behind-the-scenes Bruce Willis story. But the real late-career revelation may be Chiklis as Red Auerbach in Winning Time, a performance strong enough to have us wondering whether a full-blown “Chiklissance” could still be ahead. Is Michael Chiklis an underrated television powerhouse trapped inside an underwhelming movie résumé, or does the uneven filmography tell us something bigger about his limitations as a performer? How does he rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    Comic Book Podcast | Talking Comics
    Talking Comics Podcast: Issue #767: The Saved By the Bell Effect

    Comic Book Podcast | Talking Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 110:28


    Aaron just flew in from Flame Con 2026, and boy, are his arms tired! On this week's show, Aaron, Bob, and Steve question the future of comic book-related cons, check in on Miles Morales, celebrate the Fantastic Four's 65th anniversary, and more! Comic Books and Stuff: Miles Morales: Spider-Man #1, Batman #12, Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #2, The Department of Truth #38, Lanterns (Episode 1), Jill and the Killers TPB, The Shadow's Edge (movie), X-Men '97 Season 2 (TV series), Death Vigil #1, Fantastic Four #15 (65th Anniversary Special) This comic book podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who dissect everything comics-related each week, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

    The Superhero Show Show
    Fantastic Four: Saur Winners

    The Superhero Show Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 31:07


    The Superhero Show #635: Fantastic Four: Saur WinnersThe Superhero Show — Saur Winners This week, The Superhero Show continues its journey through Ryan North's Fantastic Four, diving into one of the most audaciously creative premises the series has delivered yet: Fantastic Four #12, "Saur Winners." When two parallel worlds begin to merge—one human, one where everyone is a dinosaur—the Fantastic Four find themselves swapped into a universe of literal, full-scale dinosaurs wearing superhero costumes. As Sue Storm faces off against Brachiosaurus Iron Man, Johnny Storm battles Lambeosaurus Captain Marvel, and Reed Richards confronts Quetzalcoatlus Black Widow, the hosts explore how Ryan North transforms a wild multiverse collision into a deeply personal story about family.Beyond the chaos and dinosaurs, the episode features emotional reunions with missing members of the Fantastic Four family, Sue Storm's doctorate is finally revealed, and the hosts dig into whether dinosaur superheroes work as genuine science fiction—or if they're just visual fun masquerading as high-concept storytelling.Saur Winners: How Alternate Universe Science Becomes a Story About FamilyThe hosts begin their discussion by celebrating the sheer audacity of the premise. A world of dinosaurs wearing superhero costumes could easily become a gimmick, a one-off visual joke that prioritizes spectacle over substance. Instead, Ryan North uses the multiverse collision as a vehicle for something far more meaningful: reuniting separated family members.The hosts explore what this choice reveals about North's approach to the Fantastic Four. Rather than treating the alternate universe as an obstacle to overcome, North grounds the story in the emotional stakes that matter most to his characters. The cosmic threat becomes secondary to the personal journey—what does it mean to see family members you thought you'd lost? How do you fight for survival when the greatest reward is simply being together again?This strategy transforms what could have been a throwaway concept into a genuinely moving exploration of connection, loss, and redemption. The hosts agree that this is quintessential Ryan North: taking an absurd premise and letting it serve the emotional core of the story.Saur Winners: Sue Storm's Doctorate Finally RevealedOne of the most significant moments in the issue is the revelation of Sue Storm's doctorate. After everything the Fantastic Four have endured—running from troublemakers, dealing with crisis after crisis, protecting the world from constant threats—Sue's professional achievement finally comes into focus.The hosts spend considerable time discussing why this detail matters so much. Sue Storm has always been more than just the team's most powerful member; she's a brilliant scientist in her own right. Yet throughout her tenure as the Invisible Woman, her professional accomplishments have often been overshadowed by the chaos of superhero life. The revelation of her doctorate is more than just a fact—it's a recognition of her identity beyond the costume.The hosts consider what this suggests about Sue's role in the family and in the larger Marvel Universe. As the team's emotional anchor and its most strategic thinker, Sue has earned the right to have her professional credentials acknowledged. This small but powerful moment speaks to something larger about how women in comics are often defined by their relationships to others rather than their own achievements. By finally centering Sue's doctorate, North affirms that she is a fully realized person with accomplishments that deserve recognition.Saur Winners: Dinosaurs Meet Superheroes—A Collision of ConceptsThe hosts then dive into the question that has defined their entire discussion: are dinosaur superheroes a gimmick, or does this premise actually work as genuine high-concept science fiction?On the surface, the idea of a universe populated entirely by dinosaurs in superhero costumes sounds absurd. Brachiosaurus Iron Man? Lambeosaurus Captain Marvel? Quetzalcoatlus Black Widow? The visual comedy is obvious, and the hosts certainly appreciate the humor. But they also recognize that Ryan North doesn't stop there.The issue draws from Robert Dicke's astrophysics discoveries, grounding the multiverse collision in actual scientific concepts. Yet crucially, North never lets the science lesson overtake the storytelling. The dinosaur premise serves as both a visual spectacle and a thematic exploration of multiverse convergence—what happens when two realities begin to merge, and how do characters adapt when the rules of their universe change?The hosts conclude that the dinosaur superheroes work as more than just visual fun precisely because North keeps the story front and center. The premise is wild, yes, but it's never at the expense of character development, emotional stakes, or thematic depth. In fact, the absurdity of the premise amplifies the emotional impact of family reunions and Sue's professional recognition. By throwing the Fantastic Four into an impossible situation, North strips away pretense and forces his characters to confront what truly matters.Saur Winners: Heroes vs. Dinosaur HeroesAs the hosts walk through the specific battles—Sue Storm vs. Brachiosaurus Iron Man, Johnny Storm vs. Lambeosaurus Captain Marvel, Reed Richards vs. Quetzalcoatlus Black Widow—they marvel at how North uses these matchups to explore character dynamics.These aren't random pairings. Each battle plays to the particular strengths and vulnerabilities of the Fantastic Four members. The hosts discuss how these confrontations serve multiple purposes: they provide the action spectacle the issue promises, but they also force each character to adapt, improvise, and ultimately survive in an environment completely foreign to them.What emerges is a portrait of a team tested to its absolute limits, fighting not just for victory but for the chance to reunite with loved ones. The dinosaur element, rather than distracting from the stakes, actually heightens them by making every moment feel genuinely unpredictable.Saur Winners: Family, Loss, and ReconnectionBeyond the action and the science fiction premise, the hosts emphasize that what makes "Saur Winners" truly memorable is its emotional core. The reunions with missing members of the Fantastic Four family provide some of the issue's most powerful moments.After years of stories where family members have been separated, lost, or taken away, the opportunity to be together again becomes the real victory of the issue. The hosts reflect on how Ryan North consistently prioritizes character relationships over spectacle, and how that commitment to emotional authenticity transforms even the wildest premises into stories that resonate.By the end of the issue, the Fantastic Four have survived an impossible situation, Sue's contributions have been formally recognized, and the family is whole again. It's a perfect distillation of what makes North's run so consistently rewarding.Saur Winners: Ryan North's Multiverse VisionThe hosts wrap up their discussion by reflecting on how "Saur Winners" exemplifies Ryan North's approach to the Fantastic Four. North has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to take science fiction concepts that seem designed purely for novelty and transform them into vehicles for genuine storytelling and character development.Whether it's a house falling toward the Earth's core or a world of dinosaur superheroes, North ensures that the emotional stakes and character moments remain paramount. The hosts agree that this is what separates truly excellent comic storytelling from mere spectacle—the willingness to make wild premises serve deeper purposes.Final Thoughts — Saur WinnersBy the end of Saur Winners, The Superhero Show has once again found itself celebrating everything that makes Ryan North's Fantastic Four such a standout series. Between the audacious premise, the character reunions, Sue Storm's long-overdue professional recognition, and the thoughtful exploration of multiverse science, Fantastic Four #12 proves that Ryan North continues to deliver some of Marvel's most creative and emotionally resonant storytelling.The dinosaur superheroes are unforgettable, yes—but what lingers is the reminder that even in the wildest stories, character and heart are what matter most. If you've been following North's run, "Saur Winners" is another essential issue you won't want to miss.Are You a Research Nerd Who's Looking For More?Here are some links for all your research wants and needs!Ryan North's Fantastic FourRobert Dicke - AstrophysicistMultiverse in Marvel ComicsJoin the discussions online! Ryan North's Fantastic Four, Fantastic Four DiscussionCatch Up On Past Episodes!Missed any of our past episodes? Catch up

    Marvel by the Month
    #319: ESSENTIAL MBTM vol. 9 - The Claremont & Byrne Show

    Marvel by the Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 137:13


    Our Season 9 recap covers all of these issues, more or less: Amazing Adventures#32-39, Amazing Spider-Man #147-178 and Annual #10-11, Astonishing Tales#31-36, Avengers#138-169 and Annual #6-7, Black Goliath#1-5, Black Panther#1-8, Captain America #188-219 and Annual #3-4, Captain Marvel#40-55, Champions #1-17, Daredevil #124-151 and Annual #4, Defenders #26-57 and Annual #1, Doctor Strange (vol. 2) #9-27 and Annual #1, Eternals #1-19 and Annual #1, Fantastic Four #161-192 and Annual #11-12, Howard the Duck #1-22 and Annual #1, Incredible Hulk #190-221 and Annual #5-6, Inhumans #1-26, Invaders #1-26 and Annual #1, Iron Man #77-108 and Annual #3-4, Jungle Action #17-24, Ka-Zar #11-20, Marvel Comics Super Special #1, Marvel Premiere #24-40, Marvel Presents #1-12, Marvel Preview #4 and 8-12, Marvel Spotlight #23-33, Marvel Super-Action #1, Marvel Team-Up #36-67 and Annual #1, Marvel Treasury: Captain America's Bicentennial Battles, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and Howard the Duck, Marvel Two-In-One #11-37 and Annual #1-2, Ms. Marvel #1-15, Nova #1-18, , Omega the Unknown #1-10, Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man #1-16, Power Man #26-49, Strange Tales #181, Super-Villain Team-Up #1-14, Thor #238-269 and Annual #5-6, X-Men #94-109, Warlock #9-15, What If...? #1-7, Creatures on the Loose #37, Adventure Into Fear #29-31, Dead of Night #11, Ghost Rider #13-28, Man-Thing #20-22, Frankenstein #18, Tomb of Dracula #35-63, Werewolf by Night #32-43, Marvel Chillers #1-7, Son of Satan #1-8, Adventures on the Planet of the Apes #1-6, Master of Kung Fu #17-51, War Is Hell #9-15, Skull the Slayer #1-8, and Star Wars #1. All ©1975-1977 Marvel Comics. Phew! Support us on Patreon! Patreon supporters at the M.M.B.T.M.M.S. level get access to our subscriber-only feed, which contains over 200 extended versions of our regular episodes and exclusive bonus episodes that can't be heard anywhere else. Patrons at the Insider level get to choose the comics that we talk about each week and get a shout-out by name at the end of every episode. "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne. Visit us on internet at marvelbythemonth.com and follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth. Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

    Zombies Ate My Podcast
    ZAMP 353 - Marvel Zombies: Red Band

    Zombies Ate My Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 58:33


    The Fantastic Four are back from their outlandish journey this week…Only they might be zombies… We are a zombie podcast, would you expect anything less? We chat about Marvel Zombies: Red Band - Death Story, the most recent trade in the Marvel Zombies series and is completely standalone. Off the top of the show, Ryan gives us a brief rundown on his Resident Evil 6 playthrough. Over in the news, we cover more on the Resident Evil museum, more on the Code Veronica remake, and Netflix's new deal for The Walking Dead.Discussion00:00:00 - Resident Evil 600:16:04 - News00:34:30 - Marvel Zombies: Red Band - Death StoryComing up on ZAMP! Following up on our comic themed episode, we return to The Walking Dead universe on AMC with Season 3 of Dead City.Important StuffSupport us on PatreonDiscord ChannelEmail the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    Avengers Doomsday Tracking To SHATTER Spider-Man Brand New Days Box Office Records?!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 110:29


    Roxy Striar and Mike Kalinowski are taking over The Kristian Harloff Show today to break down the biggest stories in Marvel, DC, and Hollywood! The main conversation centers on Avengers: Doomsday and whether Marvel Studios' massive December event movie could actually shatter the box office records recently set by Spider-Man: Brand New Day. With Robert Downey Jr. returning to the MCU as Doctor Doom, the Avengers assembling alongside characters from the X-Men and Fantastic Four, and anticipation continuing to build, just how big can Avengers: Doomsday get? Roxy and Mike discuss whether Doomsday could become a historic box office event and potentially challenge the biggest movies of all time. Marvel is also preparing audiences for Doomsday in a big way. Disney has revealed a pre-Avengers: Doomsday watchlist, while new information about Marvel Studios' 2028 slate gives us a better idea of where the MCU could be heading after Doomsday and toward Avengers: Secret Wars. We'll combine both stories to discuss Marvel's larger strategy and the future of the MCU. Then it's time for a LANTERNS SPOILER REVIEW! Roxy and Mike dive into HBO and DC Studios' Lanterns, discussing the series with full spoilers, the biggest moments, what worked, what didn't, and what it means for the larger DCU. They also discuss Kyle Chandler revealing that Lanterns nearly went in a very different direction when it came to superhero suits. ⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: The Lanterns discussion will contain spoilers. Finally, the writer of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow has spoken out about DC's Supergirl movie following its theatrical run. What happened with the film, and what does its performance mean for the future of James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU? If you're a fan of Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Studios, Doctor Doom, Robert Downey Jr., Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers: Secret Wars, Lanterns, Green Lantern, Supergirl, DC Studios, or the latest movie news, join Roxy Striar and Mike Kalinowski for today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show! #AvengersDoomsday #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #DoctorDoom #RobertDowneyJr #SpiderManBrandNewDay #AvengersSecretWars #Lanterns #GreenLantern #DCU #DCStudios #Supergirl #RoxyStriar #MikeKalinowski #KristianHarloffShow #MovieNews 00:00 Opening & Roxy Meets Mr. Cooke 09:56 Doomsday Box Office  21:30 Cash App 25:06 Mike's Penny DMs 27:22 Lanterns Spoiler Talk 38:06 Harvey Dent Scoop 44:12 RIP Hayden Panettiere 48:31 Q&A 1:37:35 Mr. Cooke BTS Tea 1:44:50 End of Q&A COME JOIN HARLOFF, ELLIS AND STERGER FOR A NIGHT OF COMEDY - THURSDAY, 10/8 @ 7:30PM SHOW HOSTED BY:  KYLE LEWIS  https://brokerage.govs.com/shows/376674 SPONSOR: CASHAPP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

    Marvel Cinematic University
    D23 Announcements & Trailers Reactions (with Rod)

    Marvel Cinematic University

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 55:41


    We got the second round of casting announcements and two new trailers from D23, so we chatted with our good friend Rod Morrow about all of the above. From Adam Driver joining the MCU, a new Doomsday trailer showcasing Doom's relationship with the Fantastic Four, and Ultron apparently having a beard in his human form, there is so much to discuss! Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypod Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    X-Men, Doomsday, Vision Quest, Starfighter, And Ahsoka! D23 UNLEASHES!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 135:09


    John Rocha is filling in for Kristian Harloff today to break down all of the massive news coming out of D23 2026! Marvel Studios finally revealed the new X-Men cast, showed new footage from Avengers: Doomsday, and gave fans a glimpse at what's coming next for the MCU. John dives into Marvel's new X-Men lineup, including Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Christopher Abbott as Professor X, Maya Boyd as Storm, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister. Is this the right group to lead the MCU's mutant era? Plus, excitement for Avengers: Doomsday continues to explode following D23, with the film bringing together the Avengers, X-Men and Fantastic Four against Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom. John discusses the latest footage, the massive anticipation surrounding the movie, and whether Marvel could have another historic blockbuster on its hands. We also discuss the continued success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Disney's announcements for Coco 2 and the live-action Tangled, and the latest Pirates of the Caribbean news as producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirms conversations are happening with Johnny Depp about a possible return as Jack Sparrow. If you're a fan of Marvel Studios, X-Men, Avengers: Doomsday, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, Robert Downey Jr., D23, Pirates of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp, Disney, or the latest movie news, join John Rocha for today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show! #JohnRocha #KristianHarloffShow #D23 #XMen #AvengersDoomsday #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #SpiderManBrandNewDay #SpiderMan #DoctorDoom #RobertDowneyJr #AdamDriver #SadieSink #PiratesOfTheCaribbean #JohnnyDepp #Disney #MovieNews COME JOIN HARLOFF, ELLIS AND STERGER FOR A NIGHT OF COMEDY - THURSDAY, 10/8 @ 7:30PM SHOW HOSTED BY:  KYLE LEWIS  https://brokerage.govs.com/shows/376674 SPONSOR: CASHAPP" Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

    No Boundaries
    Episode 356 | ˈmāəˌnāz'

    No Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 44:14


    Jay and Welly are back with another completely unfiltered episode of No Boundaries. The conversation goes everywhere, from whether Google reviews can still be trusted and why customer service feels like it has fallen off, to struggling businesses, Vegas tourism, ridiculous food combinations, the unnecessary existence of coleslaw, and Jay's unwavering opposition to mayonnaise. Then the guys head deep into movie territory, breaking down The Odyssey, Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, the changing MCU, superhero fatigue, and why bad character decisions can ruin an otherwise good story. Things eventually turn more serious as they discuss trust in institutions, modern society's dependence on quick solutions, science and technology, and how culture has changed since 2020. As usual, there are no boundaries whatsoever.

    Bronze and Modern Gods
    Ghost Rider Is Coming to the MCU! Marvel Spotlight #5 Heats Up After Ryan Gosling News

    Bronze and Modern Gods

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 60:42


    This week on Bronze and Modern Gods, Ghost Rider is back in the spotlight.Our Hot Book of the Week is MARVEL SPOTLIGHT #5, the first appearance of Johnny Blaze as Ghost Rider. After Marvel's SDCC announcement that Ryan Gosling will star in a new GHOST RIDER film directed by Shawn Levy, this Bronze Age key is suddenly getting a fresh wave of attention.The big question: will Gosling play Johnny Blaze, or is Marvel going in a different direction? Either way, MARVEL SPOTLIGHT #5 is once again one of the books collectors are watching.For the 25 Year Rule, we revisit THE PUNISHER #1 from Marvel Knights in 2001. Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon brought Frank Castle back to basics after one of the strangest Punisher relaunches ever, the angel-guns era of THE PUNISHER: PURGATORY. This is the run that helped shape the modern Punisher and influenced the later films.Our Underrated Books of the Week include:FANTASTIC FOUR #45, the first team appearance of the Inhumans, with Crystal, Karnak, Triton, Lockjaw, and an early Black Bolt appearance arriving during one of the greatest Lee/Kirby stretches in Marvel history.SUPERMAN ANNUAL #11, Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' “For the Man Who Has Everything,” featuring the first appearance of the Black Mercy and one of the most emotional Superman stories DC ever published.Plus, Viewer Mail, a little Show & Tell, and new Member shoutouts.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook:@bronzeandmoderngodsLike the video, subscribe to the channel, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform.Become a Member for $2.99/month and get:• Members-only live streams• Bonus Show & Tell episodes• On-screen shoutoutsJOIN → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkHTY1eNYHr9JoTndx_m6kA/join

    The Foobar Show
    402 Avengers Doomsday New X-Men Lanterns Disney Villains Land

    The Foobar Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 62:19


    402 Avengers Doomsday New X-Men Lanterns Disney Villains LandDoom Scrolling IntroThe Foos are back after nearly a month away, and the backyard project is finally done — although Joe's arm is still messed up and Steph is recovering from a badly sprained ankle courtesy of Steph Kwon Do. They recap Anthony Jeselnik at the Ontario Improv and break down the 5 weirdos you always meet at a comedy club: the super fan, the punchline repeater, the wannabe opening act, the person terrified of crowd work, and the offended partner who suddenly turns date night into couples therapy.They also react to Motown legend Martha Reeves' viral national anthem performance and debate how much the lack of stage monitors, weather, backup vocals, and being 85 years old should factor into the criticism.Geeking Out starts with the new Avengers: Doomsday footage, including Doctor Doom facing off with the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and X-Men — plus a ridiculous moment involving Thor's Stormbreaker. The Foos get into Robert Downey Jr. as Doom, multiverse theories, and why Doom needs to be more than evil Tony Stark.Marvel also reveals its new X-Men lineup, with Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Indy Navarretti as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, Christopher Abbott as Professor X, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, and Adam Driver as Mr. Sinister. Joe and Steph agree that starting with Mr. Sinister instead of immediately going back to Magneto is the smarter move.Star Wars: Starfighter brings Ryan Gosling into a new corner of the galaxy, while DC's Lanterns goes full True Detective with Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating an alien-connected murder. Then Disney gets sinister with a massive Villains Land featuring Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Ursula, Scar, Jafar, Hades, Cruella, and more.Steph also previews the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and what comes with their membership before their upcoming visit.Here's What I Would Do brings two dilemmas: Andrea from La Habra takes an ancestry DNA test and accidentally discovers a 28-year-old half-sister her married father apparently never told the family about. Then Trevor from Escondido buys a storage unit and finds decades of family memories, military letters, photos, and a Purple Heart — forcing him to decide whether legally owning something means it's morally his to keep.ChaptersDoom Scrolling IntroBackyard finished + injuries5 Weirdos at a Comedy ClubAnthony Jeselnik recapMartha Reeves national anthemAvengers Doomsday trailer + Doctor DoomMarvel reveals the new X-MenAdam Driver as Mr. SinisterStar Wars Starfighter Ryan GoslingLanterns goes True DetectiveDisney Villains LandLucas Museum of Narrative ArtHere's What I Would Do Ancestry DNA surprise sisterHere's What I Would Do Storage unit Purple Heart dilemmaKing of the Hill Season 2Outro + Doom Scrolling OutroAvengers Doomsday, Doctor Doom, Robert Downey Jr, new X-Men MCU, Mr Sinister, Adam Driver, Star Wars Starfighter, Ryan Gosling, Lanterns DC, Green Lantern, Disney Villains Land, Lucas Museum, Anthony Jeselnik, comedy club etiquette, ancestry DNA surprise, storage unit auction, King of the Hill

    Metro City Church
    Metro at the Movies 2026! | Week 3: The Fantastic Four

    Metro City Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 36:44


    Marvel Noise
    Marvel Noise Episode 470 – News and Foreign Comic Shopping

    Marvel Noise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 46:07


    It's a classic Marvel Noise two hander this summer season as we keep the episodes coming in the tradition of Marvel Comics giving readers more issues to read with their biweeklies. Andrew and Kevin talk some recent news with the Star Wars/Marvel crossover and Uncle Scrooge before launching into foreign comic book shopping with comic stores and newsstands.

    The Reel Rejects
    Avengers Doomsday TRAILER 2 REVIEW!! Doctor Doom Special Look | Sentinels

    The Reel Rejects

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 11:49


    AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY JUST GOT EVEN BIGGER — AND DOCTOR DOOM LOOKS ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING! #AvengersDoomsday #DoctorDoom #RobertDowneyJr #D23 #TrailerReaction #MarvelStudios #MCU #FantasticFour #XMen #ReelRejects Aaron Alexander & John Humphrey react to the brand-new Avengers: Doomsday trailer revealed at D23, featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Victor von Doom and a massive collision between the Avengers, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Wakandans, and more. Directed by Anthony & Joe Russo, Avengers: Doomsday stars Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man, Oppenheimer) as Doctor Doom, Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us, The Mandalorian) as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning) as Sue Storm, Chris Hemsworth (Thor, Extraction) as Thor, Patrick Stewart (X-Men, Star Trek: Picard) as Professor X, and Ian McKellen (The Lord of the Rings, X-Men) as Magneto. After watching the new D23 footage, Aaron and John break down Doctor Doom's ominous introduction, his green eyes, ceremonial armor, devastated surroundings, and the trailer's heavy focus on his history with the Fantastic Four. They react to Reed Richards confronting Doom, the emotional hints surrounding Doom's tragic past, Thor being blasted away with seemingly little effort, and the sheer power and presence Robert Downey Jr. brings to Marvel's next major villain. The conversation also explores the massive scope of Avengers: Doomsday, including appearances from Professor X, Magneto, Gambit, Wakandan heroes, Sentinels, and the larger multiversal conflict bringing multiple Marvel worlds together. Aaron and John discuss how the darker visual language surrounding Doom contrasts with the retro-futuristic world of the Fantastic Four, why the Reed and Doom relationship may provide the emotional core of the movie, and whether Doomsday could ultimately reset the MCU timeline heading into Avengers: Secret Wars. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Reel Rejects
    RDJ PROVES HE'S DOOM?! AVENGERS DOOMSDAY TRAILER 2 REACTION!! - D23 Special Look

    The Reel Rejects

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 15:29


    THE SENTINELS FROM X-MEN HAVE ARRIVED!! Avengers: Doomsday Special Look Reaction & Breakdown with Greg Alba (after returning from D23). After the VisionQuest Trailer, the announcement of the official X-MEN cast, The trailer gives us a look at the epic scale of Robert Downey Jr. As Doctor Doom where we get more glimpses of Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Fantastic Four, Cyclops, & so much more! Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Podcast Stardust
    Episode 1071 - A Marvel and Star Wars Crossover - Star Wars News

    Podcast Stardust

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 30:41


    Marvel and Lucasfilm announced a crossover event, a Star Wars movie you never heard of gets cancelled, and Star Wars wins an Emmy in this week's news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Lucasfilm and Disney passing on a potential new Star Wars movie, An Emmy awarded to a Star Wars: Visions episode, An upcoming crossover comic between Star Wars and the heroes of Marvel Comics (the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four), and A few thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Thanks for joining us for another episode and our brand of Star Wars discussion! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Comics Discourse 114
    Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 2

    Comics Discourse 114

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 22:04


    Issue two of Marvel Fanfare is action packed!  Where else are you going to see were-pterodactyls, Sabertooth tigers, mutates, giant spiders, and chickens?  All brought to you by Claremont and Golden. And in the back up Reed Richards forgets his anniversary…again.  But it's for a good reason, he swears!  That lost tale of the Fantastic Four was created by McKenzie and Von Eeden. You can follow us on Instagram, Threads, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Bluesky, & X https://linktr.ee/comicsdiscourse114 Also, please leave us a 5-star review at your favorite podcast platforms.

    The Superhero Show Show
    Fantastic Four: Johnny Storm's Flame On Rap

    The Superhero Show Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 38:22


    The Superhero Show #634Fantastic Four: Johnny Storm's Flame On RapThe Superhero Show — Johnny Storm's Flame On RapThis week, The Superhero Show dives into one of the silliest, strangest, and most entertaining episodes yet from the 1994 Fantastic Four animated series: Episode 1.11, “Mole Man.” The hosts go into the episode already excited to talk about its reputation for being wonderfully ridiculous, but there is one moment they have been especially looking forward to: Johnny Storm's infamous “Flame On Rap.”Before getting to the rap, however, the hosts break down the introduction of Mole Man, his hilariously elaborate plan to destroy famous landmarks around the world, and his ultimate goal of bringing the entire surface world down into his underground kingdom. From Mole Man's appearance to his costume to his master plan, the hosts find almost every aspect of the character endlessly entertaining.Then comes the moment they've been waiting for—the Flame On Rap. The hosts dive into the history behind the musical number, including the voice actor's desire to use the song as a way to break into the music industry. They discuss the production, the amount of work that apparently went into creating the song, and whether the finished product actually has what it takes to launch Johnny Storm into the music business.Flame On Rap: Mole Man Wants the World UndergroundThe hosts begin their recap with the introduction of Mole Man and his absolutely ridiculous master plan.Mole Man has decided that the best way to conquer the world is to bring the surface world down to him. His scheme begins with targeting famous landmarks around the globe, including the pyramids and England's Parliament. Eventually, his plan escalates toward his ultimate target: the White House.The hosts have an absolute blast discussing the sheer absurdity of the plan. They break down how Mole Man believes that destroying the world's most recognizable landmarks will eventually allow him to bring the entire surface civilization underground, where he can finally rule the world.It's a plan that is both completely nonsensical and perfectly suited to the tone of a 1990s superhero cartoon.Johnny Storm's Flame On Rap: Meet Mole ManThe hosts spend plenty of time discussing Mole Man himself, and they quickly discover that there is almost nothing about the character they don't find entertaining.From his strange appearance and oversized costume to his dramatic personality and bizarre ambitions, Mole Man feels like the perfect villain for an episode this silly. The hosts discuss how the animated series takes a traditionally serious Fantastic Four villain and pushes his ridiculous qualities to the absolute maximum.They also examine how Mole Man's personality fits into the larger world of the series and why his completely over-the-top presentation makes him such a memorable character.Johnny Storm's Flame On Rap: The World's Landmarks Are Under AttackThe hosts then walk through Mole Man's increasingly ridiculous campaign against the surface world.The destruction of famous landmarks gives the Fantastic Four plenty of opportunities to chase Mole Man around the globe while simultaneously demonstrating just how massive his plan has become. The hosts discuss the escalating stakes while laughing at the idea that Mole Man's master plan essentially boils down to:“If I can't live on the surface, I'll just bring the surface down to me.”It's the kind of wonderfully strange logic that makes the episode so much fun to revisit.Flame On Rap: Johnny Storm Takes the MicThen comes the moment everyone has been waiting for: the Flame On Rap.Some of the hosts had already seen clips of Johnny Storm's musical performance before watching the episode, so they were especially excited to finally experience the full thing in context.The hosts break down the rap itself, discussing the lyrics, delivery, animation, music, and overall production. They are fascinated by the story behind the song, particularly the fact that Johnny Storm's voice actor wanted to use the performance as an opportunity to break into the music industry.That revelation leads to a hilarious discussion about just how seriously the production appears to have taken this seemingly random cartoon rap.Flame On Rap: Was Johnny Storm About to Become a Pop Star?The hosts dig deeper into the amount of effort that went into creating the Flame On Rap and discuss how unusual it is to see something like this included in a Fantastic Four cartoon.They consider whether the song was simply a fun gimmick for the episode or whether there was genuinely an attempt to turn Johnny Storm into a music star. The hosts analyze the production quality and performance while comparing it to the kinds of promotional music and cartoon tie-ins that were common during the 1990s.Even if Johnny never becomes Marvel's next great rapper, the hosts agree that the Flame On Rap is one of the most memorable moments the series has produced so far.Flame On Rap: The Perfectly Silly Fantastic Four EpisodeAs the hosts wrap up their discussion, they reflect on just how much fun they had watching “Mole Man.”After some of the more serious and complicated stories earlier in the season, this episode gives the hosts an opportunity to simply enjoy the cartoon for what it is. Mole Man's ridiculous plan, his bizarre appearance, the destruction of famous landmarks, and Johnny Storm suddenly becoming a rapper combine to create an episode that feels like a celebration of everything wonderfully strange about 1990s animation.The hosts agree that sometimes an episode doesn't need to be particularly deep or sophisticated to be incredibly entertaining.Final Thoughts — Johnny Storm's Flame On RapBy the end of Flame On Rap, The Superhero Show has had exactly the kind of experience they were hoping for: a completely ridiculous Fantastic Four episode that gave them plenty to laugh about and plenty to discuss. Mole Man's bizarre plan to bring the world underground is entertaining enough on its own, but Johnny Storm's Flame On Rap takes the episode to another level.Between the strange villain, the outrageous plot, the unexpected musical number, and the fascinating story behind its production, “Mole Man” proves to be one of the most purely fun episodes of the series so far. And after finally getting to experience the full Flame On Rap, the hosts can confidently say that Johnny Storm may have missed his calling as a 1990s music sensation.Are You a Research Nerd Who's Looking For More?Here are some links for all your research wants and needs!1994 Fantastic Four Animated SeriesRyan North's Fantastic FourJoin the discussions online! 1994 Fantastic Four Animated Series, Ryan North's Fantastic FourCatch Up On Past Episodes!Missed any of our past episodes? Catch up hereRead Along With Us!Want to watch read with us? Of course you do! Here's a link Ryan North's Fantastic Four (Purchase Necessary)

    Capes and Lunatics
    Road To Avengers: Secret Wars - Secret Wars II Part 8

    Capes and Lunatics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 94:07


    Capes & Lunatics Ep #497: Road To Avengers: Secret Wars - Secret Wars II Part 8 This episode your team of Phil and Justin continue the monthly journey to present the various Secret Wars series from Marvel Comics to prepare fans for the Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars movies coming from the MCU in December 2026 and December 2027. This time the guys continue the coverage of Secret Wars II from Secret Wars II #8 (February 1985), New Mutants #37, Amazing Spider-Man #274, Avengers #265, Uncanny X-Men #203, Fantastic Four #288 (March 1986).   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!    Capes & Lunatics Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capeslunatics.bsky.social → Twitter https://twitter.com/CapesLunatics → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/capesandlunatics → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

    Campus Comics Cast
    Campus Comics Cast 241 - First Five Kang and Captain America

    Campus Comics Cast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026


    Join the campus comics cast for its most wibbly wobbly timey wimey episode yet as we discuss Kang the Conqueror. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:04:50 First Five Kang 00:35:18 Captain America by Mark Waid 01:08:00 CLZ Shake 01:11:37 Next Episode 01:12:06 Outros 01:12:45 Stinger Can you untangle Kang the Conqueror's earliest appearances—and survive a Captain America story where the Red Skull gains terrifying Cosmic Cube power? If Marvel's time-travel continuity, character variants, and decades of comic-book history have ever felt overwhelming, this episode gives you a guided conversation through the origins of Kang, Rama-Tut, and Immortus—then shifts to a high-stakes Captain America and Red Skull storyline from Mark Waid's run. Follow Kang's evolution from Silver Age conqueror to the time-twisting Marvel villain fans know today. Explore the connections among Kang, Rama-Tut, Immortus, Doctor Doom, and the strange logic of comic-book time travel. Hear an honest review of Mark Waid and Andy Kubert's Captain America story, featuring the Red Skull, the Cosmic Cube, the Watcher, and a surprising Korvac reveal. Play the episode now for a spoiler-filled, issue-by-issue trip through Kang's first five comic appearances and a cosmic Captain America showdown that earns its place on your reading list. The episode covers Fantastic Four #19, Fantastic Four Annual #2, Avengers #8, #10, and #11 for the Kang discussion, followed by Mark Waid's Captain America #12–17, including the Red Skull's return and Korvac's reveal.

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY Tickets Go On Sale Friday! Is The Official Trailer Dropping As Well?!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 126:29


    Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day, led by major Avengers: Doomsday updates as advance ticket sales begin generating huge buzz. With Marvel Studios preparing for its next massive Avengers event, Kristian discusses the early pre-sale numbers, the latest comments from the Russo Brothers, and whether Avengers: Doomsday could become another record-breaking MCU blockbuster. Plus, new reports raise questions about Marvel Studios' highly anticipated X-Men reboot as Charles Melton may no longer be in the running to play Hank McCoy/Beast. What does this mean for Marvel's new X-Men cast, and could a major announcement still be coming soon? The show also covers the first reactions to The End of Oak Street, with early viewers claiming the film finally "makes dinosaurs scary again," and Samara Weaving officially joins the growing cast of the live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Today's show is headlined by Avengers: Doomsday as anticipation continues to build for Marvel Studios' next massive crossover. Kristian looks at the early ticket sales and discusses whether the combination of Doctor Doom, the Avengers, X-Men, Fantastic Four, and returning MCU characters could push Doomsday toward historic box office numbers. We also dive into the constantly evolving X-Men casting rumors, the surprisingly strong early buzz surrounding The End of Oak Street, and the latest addition to Nintendo's highly anticipated Legend of Zelda adaptation. If you're a fan of Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Studios, X-Men, Doctor Doom, Robert Downey Jr., Beast, The Legend of Zelda, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you. #AvengersDoomsday #Avengers #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #DoctorDoom #RobertDowneyJr #XMen #Beast #CharlesMelton #LegendOfZelda #SamaraWeaving #TheEndOfOakStreet #MovieNews #BoxOffice #KristianHarloffShow #EntertainmentNews SPONSOR: Ka'Chava:  Go to https://kachava.com and use code KRISTIAN for 15% off your first order.

    Boy Meets World Fever
    Fantastic Four, JSA, and the Death of Podcasts - Comics Pull-Ooza

    Boy Meets World Fever

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 97:48


    We would like to take this time at the top of the show notes to declare our new beef. Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes, the hosts of SmartLess, we are coming for you. You better watch the throne. We have beef and we are going all in! The new top podcasters have hit the scene. Tell your friends.Best BooksFantastic Four #15JSA #22Book BlurbsAbsolute Superman #22, Batman #12, Uncanny X-Men #33, Power Rangers Green #1, X-Men #34B- SegmentThe death of podcasts and the celebrity podcasters who killed it.Uncle's One More ThingInuyashaMy Hero Academia (the whole thing this time)

    iFanboy.com Comic Book Podcast
    Pick of the Week #1038 – Fantastic Four #741 (15)

    iFanboy.com Comic Book Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2026 64:40


    On this week's show, someone's rusty but it's not the host who was on vacation last week. There's an Eisners diversion, a look back on how things have changed, and just who is Rick Corrigan? Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:00:40 Pick of the Week:00:03:06 – Fantastic Four #741 (15) Comics:00:12:25 – Batman #1200:18:20 – Captain America #785 (15)00:22:17 – Supergirl: Survive #300:26:09 – JSA #2200:27:45 – The Smart Division #100:35:44 – Absolute Superman #22 Patron Pick:00:38:08 – Chachu #1 Patron Thanks:00:46:31 – Tim Bach Audience Questions:00:49:22 – Jake J. from Columbus, Ohio is curious how the Jamokes' opinions on comics have changed over the years. Brought To You By: iFanboy Patrons – Become one today for as little as $3/month! Or join for a full year and get a discount! You can also make a one time donation of any amount! iFanboy T-Shirts and Merch – Show your iFanboy pride with a t-shirt or other great merchandise on Threadless! We've got TWENTY THREE designs! Music:“Left to Right (iFanboy Theme)”Josh Flanagan Watch The iFanboy After Show for Pick of the Week #1038! Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron on their other show Goodfellas Minute. Listen to Conor and Ron reminisce about Goodfellas Minute on Sporadicast: An Oral History of Movies by Minutes. Listen to Conor discuss Dirty Harry on Movie of the Year: 1971. Watch Ron talk about the online pinball ecosystem on Dirty Pool Podcast. Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron discuss Blade (1998) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Fargo on Movie of the Year: 1996. Listen to Conor discuss Swingers on Movie of the Year: 1996. Watch Ron talk about pinball technology on the Daily Tech News Show. Listen to Conor discuss Ghostbusters on Movie of the Year: 1984. Listen to Conor, Josh, and Ron discuss The Crow (1994) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Jaws 4: The Revenge (1987) on Cradle to the Grave. Listen to Josh discuss Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) on Cradle to the Grave. Watch Josh and Conor talk about how to start a podcast on OpenWater. Listen to Ron talk about The Phantom Menace minute 80 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Ron talk about Return of the Jedi minute 124 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Conor talk about Return of the Jedi minute 104 on Star Wars Minute. Listen to Ron talk about The Empire Strikes Back minute 115 on Star Wars Minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Unpacking the Power of Power Pack
    Episode 218 Fantastic Four (2014) V5 #645: "Fantastic Four"

    Unpacking the Power of Power Pack

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2026 60:00


    We have reached the end of Fantastic Four...Again. It is not your imagination, this is not a drill, this is not a test. At the end of every run, it seems to be a big conclusion story, and this run by James Robinson does not seem to be any different. So, this is a big old book, and we are two big old men. Here...we...go...... When my co-host got around to finally reading this book, he was shocked. He was not expecting so many pages. He also was not expecting me to change all of the light bulbs in his house to blue colored ones and to turn his computer screen to red. He never expected me to break into his house and replace all of his furniture with cardboard. I also programmed his phone to identify me as "Daddy" and him as an "Evil Jerk". Mostly because later I wanted to surprise him and say, "Who's your daddy know?". Later I realized that this was creepy. Still, pretty good joke. Later, I sent a team of super-villains to attack him while he was doing yard work. My original plan was to send them while he was sleeping, but then I saw that the cost for them to attack at night was much higher. I took the matinee discount. The best thing that I did was to hire a team of drone operators that had modified their drones to shoot fire. Some people might call it unethical or dangerous, but I just call it the next step in the evolution for our destruction...and pretty cool. This firebug team did multiple flybys of his home in the middle of the night, causing a bit of panic. It was awesome. After the family was outside, I had the drones make a rude gesture in the sky. I mean, why not, amiright? If you are going all out, you might as well be juvenile about it. Needless to say, Jeff punched me. Man, he cannot take a joke. The moral of this story is to invest in plastics.   Check out the art we were talking about here: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2026/07/28/fantastic-four-2014-v5-645-fantastic-four/     We also have some merchandise over at Redbubble. We have a couple of nifty shirts for sale. https://www.redbubble.com/people/jeffrickpresent/?asc=u You can also subscribe and listen to us on YouTube!  Our show supports the Hero Initiative, Helping Comic Creators in Need.  http://www.heroinitiative.org/ Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Raving Energy" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Marvel Noise
    Marvel Noise Episode 469 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day

    Marvel Noise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2026 62:28


    With Super Steve away, Andy, Kevin double back for Phil, who gives his own Spider-Man reading recommendations before an extended talk with spoilers about the Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie and some thoughts on the MCU in general peppered in for good measure.

    The Superhero Show Show
    Fantastic Four: It's Slobberin' Time

    The Superhero Show Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 36:45


    The Superhero Show #633Fantastic Four: It's Slobberin' TimeThe Superhero Show — It's Slobberin' TimeThis week, The Superhero Show once again takes a break from the 1994 Fantastic Four animated series to spotlight another standout issue from Ryan North's Fantastic Four. Before diving into the comic, however, the hosts spend time discussing the newly released Spider-Man: Brand New Day, sharing their spoiler-filled thoughts on the latest adventure for Marvel's wall-crawler.From there, the conversation shifts to Fantastic Four #11, "It's Slobberin' Time," an issue packed with giant monsters, lovable dogs, superhero teamwork, and the kind of creative storytelling that has made Ryan North's run one of the hosts' favorite modern comic series. As always, the discussion blends thoughtful comic analysis with plenty of laughs as the hosts celebrate another wildly entertaining chapter for Marvel's first family.It's Slobberin' Time: Spider-Man: Brand New Day ReactionsBefore opening the comic, the hosts take time to discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day and their overall reactions to the newest Spider-Man film.They talk about how much they enjoyed the movie, praising the director's vision and the balance between emotional storytelling, humor, and superhero action. The hosts break down the film's plot, discuss the unexpected team-up between Spider-Man and The Punisher, and share why that partnership worked far better than they expected.They also spend time talking about the movie's biggest surprise, discussing the reveal of the film's true villain and why they felt the twist landed so effectively. By the end of the conversation, the hosts agree that Brand New Day leaves them optimistic about Spider-Man's future on the big screen.It's Slobberin' Time: Ben Grimm's Worst Morning EverThe discussion then shifts to Fantastic Four #11, "It's Slobberin' Time," which opens with one of Ryan North's most outrageous premises yet. Ben Grimm wakes up to discover that the farmhouse—along with everyone and everything inside it—is in freefall through a massive shaft leading toward the Earth's core. With only minutes before they're crushed by immense pressure and incinerated by the planet's heat, Ben has to figure out how to save not only the Fantastic Four, but the entire house.The hosts love how Ryan North immediately throws readers into an impossible situation and lets Ben solve the problem through determination, quick thinking, and sheer stubbornness. Rather than relying on Reed Richards to devise the perfect scientific solution, The Thing gets to take center stage, reminding readers why he's much more than just the team's powerhouse.It's Slobberin' Time: A Dog Steals the SpotlightOne of the biggest highlights of the issue is the introduction of an adorable stray dog that quickly wins over Ben Grimm's famously rocky heart. The hosts talk about how the dog's inclusion adds warmth and humor to an already exciting issue, providing some wonderfully heartfelt moments amid the chaos. Ben's growing attachment to the dog becomes one of the comic's emotional anchors, and the hosts agree that it's impossible not to smile watching their bond develop. By the end of the issue, the newest member of the Grimm family has earned a permanent place in Ben and Alicia's home.It's Slobberin' Time: Miracle Man ReturnsAs Ben struggles to save the farmhouse, the hosts discuss the surprising return of Miracle Man, one of the Fantastic Four's earliest foes. The villain's illusion-based powers once again create confusion and danger, forcing Ben to rely on his instincts rather than simply punching his way through the problem. The hosts appreciate that Ryan North resurrects a classic Silver Age villain while giving the story a modern, character-driven focus, making the issue feel both nostalgic and fresh.It's Slobberin' Time: Ryan North's Character-Driven StorytellingBeyond the action, the hosts spend time discussing why It's Slobberin' Time perfectly captures what they've come to love about Ryan North's run. The issue combines an absurd, high-concept science-fiction premise with genuine emotional character moments, allowing Ben Grimm's kindness, resilience, and heart to shine just as brightly as his super strength.The hosts praise North's ability to balance humor, suspense, and heartfelt storytelling, noting that even an issue about a house falling toward the Earth's core never loses sight of the characters. For them, it's another example of why Ryan North continues to deliver one of Marvel's most consistently creative and enjoyable comic series.Final Thoughts — It's Slobberin' TimeBy the end of It's Slobberin' Time, The Superhero Show once again finds itself celebrating everything that has made Ryan North's Fantastic Four such an enjoyable run. Between giant monsters, memorable character moments, a scene-stealing dog, and another inventive standalone adventure, Fantastic Four #11 continues the creative momentum that has made the series one of Marvel's strongest current titles.Combined with a lively discussion of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, this episode delivers a fun mix of movie reactions, comic book analysis, and plenty of appreciation for the creativity that keeps Marvel storytelling fresh. If you've been following Ryan North's Fantastic Four, It's Slobberin' Time is another issue—and another podcast episode—you won't want to miss.Are You a Research Nerd Who's Looking For More?Here are some links for all your research wants and needs!1994 Fantastic Four Animated SeriesRyan North's Fantastic FourJoin the discussions online! 1994 Fantastic Four Animated Series, Ryan North's Fantastic FourCatch Up On Past Episodes!Missed any of our past episodes? Catch up hereRead Along With Us!Want to watch read with us? Of course you do! Here's a link Ryan North's Fantastic Four (Purchase Necessary)

    Movies, Films and Flix
    Episode 718 - The Fantastic Four (2005) Soundtrack Draft

    Movies, Films and Flix

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 84:38 Transcription Available


    Mark and Billy draft their favorite songs from the Fantastic Four (2005) soundtrack. In this episode, they also talk about superhero soundtracks, supergroups, disappearing heroes.

    That Video Game Podcast
    TVGP Critical Misses S44E02: Fantastic Four (2015)

    That Video Game Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 40:43


    Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon and Paul "Moonpir" Smith Running Time: 40:42 Video Version: YouTube Our Miles Teller season continues on TVGP's Critical Misses with 2015's Fantastic Four! Join us as we chat about origin stories, guessing character names, our familiarity with the comics, other planets, convenient disasters, and much more! Applause sound effect from SoundBible Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com   Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, production meetings, and much more for just $5/month!

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    The Geek Cave Podcast
    Geek Cave Podcast 191.1 | COMICS | Justice League vs Power Rangers, vs Avengers, vs EVERYBODY

    The Geek Cave Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 28:08


    This month, the boys keep working their way through JLA/Avengers, Justin revisits a Justice League and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers crossover, Darrin takes a look at the Superior Foes of Spider-Man, Chad has another question about the Fantastic Four, and above all else, Mouse Man KNOWS. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355  Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com

    Two Worlds Podcast
    Ep 325: NotIntoDrewCast

    Two Worlds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 46:03


    1:25 Spider-Man Brand New Day (no spoilers)6:37 News21:56 Comic reviews23:29 Superman, Flash, GL from last week26:33 Conan the Barbarian #3327:38 Dirt Beneath the Devil #129:09 Mortal Thor #1331:34 Superman Year One Thousand 2026 Annual34:06 Ghost Pepper #1334:36 Justice League Knight Vision Special36:53 Horror of Godzilla #140:47 What we're excited for42:20 Fantastic Four

    Word Balloon Comics Podcast
    Alex Ross: Marvel in Another Dimension Pt 2

    Word Balloon Comics Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 45:24 Transcription Available


    In part 2 we discuss Steve Darnall's new prose novelization of Alex and Kurt Busiek's landmark series Marvels, along with Jack Kirby and the Fantastic Four, Superman, superhero movies, public-domain characters, artificial intelligence, and the changing relationship between comics and Hollywood.As always with Alex, the conversation is thoughtful, candid, passionate, and filled with the kind of artistic insight that only he can provide.

    Super Hero Homies!
    Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Breakdown | Doctor Doom's Master Plan?

    Super Hero Homies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 66:51


    Marvel Studios has finally dropped the first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, and there's A LOT to unpack! In this episode of SuperHero Homies, we break down every major reveal, hidden detail, Easter egg, theory, and shocking moment from the brand-new Avengers: Doomsday trailer. From Doctor Doom's mysterious plan to Thor's long-awaited return as a serious leader, we're diving deep into everything Marvel Studios has shown us and what it could mean for the future of the MCU. Is Steve Rogers really back... or are we looking at an evil multiversal variant? Could an evil Captain America actually wield Mjolnir? What are Incursions, and why are they so important to Marvel Comics and the Multiverse Saga? We answer all of those questions and much more. In This Episode We Discuss: Our full Avengers: Doomsday trailer reaction Doctor Doom's possible motivations and master plan Why Thor finally feels like a true leader again Steve Rogers' shocking appearance Is this the real Captain America or a Variant? Could an evil Steve Rogers lift Mjolnir? Marvel Comics history behind that possibility What Incursions are and why they're so dangerous Hidden Easter eggs throughout the trailer Characters that are noticeably absent Which heroes and villains we still expect to appear The trailer's biggest action scenes Our favorite moments Our biggest concerns Is Marvel relying on nostalgia... or building something genuinely special? While we're incredibly excited for Avengers: Doomsday, we also discuss the possibility that Marvel Studios could be leaning a little too heavily into nostalgia. Can the MCU deliver another Avengers: Endgame-level event, or will this become another example of fan service outweighing storytelling? We explore both sides of the debate. BONUS DISCUSSION: Clayface Trailer Before wrapping up, we also react to the brand-new Clayface trailer from DC Studios! We discuss: Clayface's comic book origin Why we're excited about the body horror direction The revenge-driven story How faithful the movie appears to be Why Clayface could become one of DC's biggest surprises Between Avengers: Doomsday and Clayface, comic book fans have a lot to look forward to, and we can't wait to see where both Marvel Studios and DC Studios go next. Grab Official SuperHero Homies Merchandise! Support the podcast with official t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, and more! https://superherohomies.printify.me/ Subscribe for Weekly Episodes Covering: Marvel Studios MCU News & Reviews Avengers Doctor Doom Fantastic Four Spider-Man X-Men DC Comics DCU News Superman Batman Movie Reviews TV Reviews Comic Book Discussions Star Wars Video Games Pop Culture News Nerd Culture Podcasts If you love Marvel Comics, Doctor Doom, Avengers, Captain America, Thor, Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, X-Men, DC Comics, superhero movies, comic books, and pop culture discussions, be sure to subscribe to SuperHero Homies for new episodes every week! #AvengersDoomsday #Avengers #DoctorDoom #Marvel #MCU #Thor #CaptainAmerica #SteveRogers #FantasticFour #Incursions #MarvelComics #Clayface #DCU #ComicBooks #SuperHeroHomies

    The Weekly Planet
    633 Best & Worst of Comic Con 2026

    The Weekly Planet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 115:21


    Big woos are back for San Diego Comic Con 2026! We're talking a new Lanterns trailer, Ryan Gosling heads up the Ghost Rider movie, David Jonsson takes on the role of T'Challa II in Black Panther 3, Ryan Reynolds teases Deadpool's involvement in Avengers: Doomsday and speaking of we have two new trailers that see the X-Men crossover with the Fantastic Four crossed over with The New Avengers crossed over with some but not all of the regular Avengers also Thor can't hit Doctor Doom with an axe and also Captain America is there. We also discuss a MASSIVE second week for The Odyssey and Elon Musk's plan to make it even better, trailers for Match: Box The Movie, Blade Runner 2099, Neuromancer, Clayface and Resident Evil. Thanks for listening!New bonus episode of James & Maso's Time Crapsule, the pop culture ranking podcast out now on bigsandwich.co and patreon.com/mrsundaymovies! Plus the Spider-Man: Life Story Booque Clubbe on YouTube Memberships via youtube.com/mrsundaymoviesPLEASE be aware timecodes may shift due to inserted ads.00:00 The Start04:26 The Odyssey Big Success13:23 The Matchbox Movie Trailer21:03 Dark Matter S2 Trailer22:38 Blade Runner 2099 Trailer25:16 RoboCop Series Still Happening25:57 Neuromancer Trailer29:28 Resident Evil Trailer34:49 Clayface Trailer38:20 San Diego Comic Con 202638:52 Lanterns Panel & Trailer44:38 Ghost Rider Ryan Gosling Movie55:07 New Black Panther Casting01:01:38 Avengers: Doomsday Trailer01:18:58 Deadpool Lives In His Own Space01:25:09 Kevin Feige on Blade Movie Failure01:26:52 What We Reading, What We Gonna Read01:35:58 Letters, It's Time For LettersSUBSCRIBE HERE ►► http://goo.gl/pQ39jNJames' Twitter ► http://twitter.com/mrsundaymoviesMaso's Twitter ► http://twitter.com/wikipediabrownPatreon ► https://patreon.com/mrsundaymoviesT-Shirts/Merch ► https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mr-sunday-moviesThe Weekly Planet iTunes ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-planet/id718158767?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D4The Weekly Planet Direct Download ► https://play.acast.com/s/theweeklyplanetAmazon Affiliate Link ► https://amzn.to/2nc12P4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    War Rocket Ajax
    Episode 778 - Hickmania IX: Forever

    War Rocket Ajax

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 98:48


    Hickmania continues this week with Fantastic Four #601-604, which wraps up with a pretty raw moment and what sure feels like an ending to Hickman's run. But we're just getting started! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    Avengers Doomsday Trailer Numbers Hit Big!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 126:00


    GRUNS: Thanks for Grüns for sponsoring this video!  Get up to 52% off!  Just click here: https://gruns.yt.link/UHLQML6 Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day as Marvel Studios reveals more about the future of the MCU. New comments suggest Avengers: Secret Wars won't just be another Multiverse event—it could completely simplify and reshape the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the next generation. Kristian discusses what that could mean for Marvel's future, the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, and the franchise after the Multiverse Saga. Plus, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige teases that Miles Morales is coming to the MCU, DC Studios releases an all-new trailer for Clayface, and Reacher star Alan Ritchson reveals the conditions under which he'd join James Gunn's DCU while explaining why he narrowly missed out on playing Thor in the MCU. Today's show is headlined by exciting updates from Marvel Studios as new comments reveal how Avengers: Secret Wars could reshape the MCU going forward. Kristian discusses whether Marvel is preparing for a soft reboot, what it means for future storytelling, and why the tease of Miles Morales joining the MCU has fans so excited. The episode also dives into the latest Clayface trailer from DC Studios and Alan Ritchson's candid comments about superhero roles, including why he passed on certain opportunities and what it would take for him to join James Gunn's DC Universe. If you're a fan of Marvel, Avengers, Miles Morales, Spider-Man, DC Studios, Clayface, Alan Ritchson, James Gunn, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you. #AvengersSecretWars #Marvel #MCU #MilesMorales #SpiderMan #KevinFeige #Clayface #DCStudios #AlanRitchson #JamesGunn #Thor #MarvelStudios #MovieNews #KristianHarloffShow #EntertainmentNews SPONSORS:  RUGIET:  Head to https://www.Rugiet.com/KRISTIAN and get 15% off your ED treatment. CASHAPP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    Will Avengers: Doomsday Make 2 Billion?!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 136:39


    Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day, led by one of the hottest questions in Hollywood: **Will Avengers: Doomsday become the next $2 billion movie?** After the release of Marvel Studios' highly anticipated trailer, excitement is at an all-time high. Kristian analyzes the film's box office potential, whether **Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom**, the return of the Avengers, the X-Men, and the Fantastic Four are enough to push the MCU back to record-breaking numbers, and how **Avengers: Doomsday** compares to Marvel's biggest hits. Plus, new footage from **Spider-Man: Brand New Day** reveals where the film fits in the MCU timeline while teasing an epic battle with **Savage Hulk**, Ryan Reynolds is once again fueling speculation about **Deadpool 4**, and the latest **Bourne** rumors suggest Matt Damon and Zendaya could both be involved in the franchise's future. Today's show is centered on **Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday** and whether the film has what it takes to cross the coveted **$2 billion** mark at the global box office. Kristian examines audience excitement following the trailer, the strength of Marvel's upcoming slate, and whether this could become the MCU's biggest movie since **Avengers: Endgame**. If you're a fan of Marvel, Avengers, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, Deadpool, Ryan Reynolds, Bourne, Zendaya, Matt Damon, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you. SPONSORS:  RUGIET:  Head to https://www.Rugiet.com/KRISTIAN and get 15% off your ED treatment. CASHAPP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. GRUNS: Thanks for Grüns for sponsoring this video!  Get up to 52% off!  Just click here: https://gruns.yt.link/UHLQML6  

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown
    AVENGERS DOOMSDAY TRAILER BREAKDOWN!

    Movie Trivia Schmoedown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 147:55


    COME JOIN HARLOFF, ELLIS AND STERGER FOR A NIGHT OF COMEDY - THURSDAY, 10/8 @ 7:30PM SHOW HOSTED BY:  KYLE LEWIS  https://brokerage.govs.com/shows/376674  Marvel Studios has finally released the **Avengers: Doomsday (2026) Official Trailer**, and Kristian Harloff is here to break it all down! From **Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom** to the biggest Multiverse reveals, hidden Easter eggs, X-Men teases, Fantastic Four connections, and what it all means for the future of the **Marvel Cinematic Universe**, Kristian dives deep into every major moment from the trailer. What does Doctor Doom's plan reveal about the story? Which Marvel heroes stand the best chance against him? Are there clues pointing toward **Avengers: Secret Wars**? Kristian analyzes the trailer frame by frame, discusses the biggest surprises, and shares his predictions for one of Marvel Studios' most anticipated movies. Plus, **Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey** continues its incredible box office run with a **$264 million global debut**, while HBO reveals why filming its ambitious **Harry Potter** television series has been one of its biggest production challenges yet. Stories For Today: * Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Pits The Multiverse's Heroes Against Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom! * The Odyssey Has $264M Global Debut * HBO's Harry Potter Series "Brutal" To Shoot If you're excited for **Avengers: Doomsday**, **Doctor Doom**, the MCU, Marvel Studios, X-Men, Fantastic Four, Christopher Nolan, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you. #AvengersDoomsday #MarvelStudios #DoctorDoom #RobertDowneyJr #MCU #Avengers #FantasticFour #XMen #TrailerBreakdown #Marvel #TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #HarryPotter #MovieNews #KristianHarloffShow SPONSORS:  RUGIET:  Head to https://www.Rugiet.com/KRISTIAN and get 15% off your ED treatment. CASHAPP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at https://www.cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit https://www.cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.