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The final event they cover throws them back to the 1990’s, just after the events of Fatal Attractions, when the Avengers and the X-Men teamed up to face a mutate rebellion in Genosha, rescue Quicksilver and Crystal’s daughter, and face the mutant terrorists Cortez and Exodus. Not only that, but they must worry about the politics of the matter as Nick Fury and SHIELD do not want the Avengers to intervene in a foreign country’s problems. Join Jesse Starcher, the Unspoken Decade’s Chris Armstrong, and Ka-Pow The Pop Cultured Podcast’s Jordan Lowe as they discuss “Bloodties.”
With Seth out sick, Michael invited his childhood friend Ronald P. Tramp to the studio to fill in. What followed were a lot of laughs, some inappropriate sound effects, a few near-fistfights, and a shocking revelation even Michael didn't know about his origin that we can only refer to as "Crisis on County Road 10." Combine that with breaking news about an insane DNA-thieving lawsuit involving the comic industry's greatest heel, the Perfidious Perlmutter, and you have all the makings of a classic episode of Ka-Pow: The Pop-Cultured Podcast.Length - 01:22:47Language - PG-13. (Contains some adult language.)-0:06:37 - PERLMUTTERMarvel CEO - and our favorite real-life supervillain - Isaac Perlmutter involved in a series of lurid lawsuits too crazy to believe, involving genetic larceny, mail fraud and tennis courts.-0:21:04 - TV RECAPS AND REVIEWSCatching up on "Daredevil," "Stranger Things," "Atlanta," and "The Get Down," new members of the "Arrow" team, the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" and a nifty bluetooth combadge, a "Black Lightning" pilot commitment from Fox, a teaser for "Legion," Ghost Rider on "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," an animated version of a lost "Doctor Who" classic, and positive marks for "Transformers: Combiner Wars."-0:55:09 - MOVIE NEWS"Booster Gold" unconnected with the rest of the DC film universe, more "hope and optimism" promised for "Justice League," Joe Manganiello cast as Deathstroke and Billy Crudup joins "The Flash" as Henry Allen.-1:01:35 - COMIC BOOK NEWSAlan Moore retiring from comics, huge pre-order numbers for Marvel's "Champions" #1, a new origin by indie-friendly female creators in "Supergirl: Being Super," and things heat up in the "Whisperer War" storyline in recent issues of "The Walking Dead."
We only tackle two subjects in our most recent Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast offering, but they are both doozies. First, we debate the love-it or hate-it summer blockbuster "Suicide Squad," and then finish off with a report from Seth's adventures at Gen Con, the yearly gamer's paradise. Agree or disagree with our take on the film? Let us know in the comments below, puddin'!Length - 01:06:47Language - PG-13. (Contains some adult language.)-0:02:55 - MOVIE REVIEWThe majority of this episode is spent with an in-depth, spoiler-filled review of the DC film "Suicide Squad." We discuss and dissect the plot, all the characters, the creators, the costumes and everything else that went into adapting this story from the comic page to the big screen. There is a lot to love - and also plenty to hate - about this controversial blockbuster and unlike Harley Quinn's shorts, we cover it ALL.-0:48:02 - GAMINGThen, Seth catches us up on his recent trip to Gen Con in Indianapolis, Indiana, the longest-running, most attended gaming convention in the world. We get a brief rundown on what the show is like and the impressive venue that houses it, then hear about all the fun he had participating in a True Dungeon event, sitting in on game demos and buying armloads of brand new releases during what can only be described as "Gamer Christmas."
Our latest episode of Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast kicks off with a reminder about the upcoming River City Comic Con and a peek into Michael's library of self-help books, then quickly turns to the most talked about topic of the week, "Pokemon Go." Later, Seth takes time to share a favorite recent game, we debate which comic book characters had the worst hair of all time and a brand new guest makes an appearance, traveling all the way from the early 90s to talk about the care and grooming of mullets. Up, up and away, y'all! Length - 0:57:27Language - PG. (Contains some mildly adult themes.)-0:06:35 - GAMING"Pokemon Go" brings augmented reality to the masses as we wonder "what's next?", a tiny retro Nintendo causes a stir with the NES Classic Edition and Seth reviews the award-winning pistol-packing party game "Cash 'n Guns."-0:22:50 - GREAT DEBATEWe have a big laugh discussing the worst haircuts in comic book history, but get set straight when the ultra-fashionable Mullet Superman himself stops by the studio to have the last word.-0:40:01 - CROSSING THE STREAMSA recommendation for "Ash vs. Evil Dead," a Captain America statue going up in Brooklyn, our initial opinions on the "Ghostbusters" remake before getting to see it, George Takei's unexpected response to a gay Sulu, the CW's exclusive new deal with Netflix and Best Picture winner "Spotlight" now streaming.
It’s a free-wheeling fourth episodefor Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast. Jordan, Cliff and Seth cover all the usual news from the worlds ofcomics, movies and television, while a loopy, sleep-deprived Michael does hisbest to keep focused and not run us too far off the rails. After he finally gets calmed down (and putshis shirt back on), the team has just enough time to end the show with aspotlight on two fun tabletop games.Length - 0:57:39Language - PG-13. (Contains some mild adult language.)COMICS3:12 - “Walking Dead: The Alien”Brand new digital story set in“Walking Dead” universe by Brian K. Vaughan and Marcos Martin debuts.http://panelsyndicate.com/ 7:40 -Wizard World scales back number of showsConvention giant Wizard World cuts some 2016 shows after postingmulti-million dollar loses.http://icv2.com/articles/news/view/34257/wizard-world-loses-4-3-million-2015 9:57 - “Superman: Rebirth” rumorsDoes starring role for original “Post-Crisis”Superman mean the end for current “New 52” version?http://www.newsarama.com/28863-superman-clues-how-does-final-days-tie-into-rebirth.htmlTV RECAPS AND REVIEWS12:12 - SupergirlFirst season ends on emotional high note.14:17 - TheWalking DeadDoes actor’s upcoming role prove who died in season-endingcliffhanger?http://screenrant.com/walking-dead-negan-kill-glenn-okja/15:33 -KryptonSyfy orders pilot for show set on Superman’s home planet.http://www.thewrap.com/superman-prequel-drama-krypton-ordered-to-pilot-at-syfy/17:39 -Fear the Walking DeadWaterlogged second season begins for “Walking Dead” spin-off.19:18 -Better Call SaulSpectacular second season of the “Breaking Bad” prequel concludes.22:36 -Jessica JonesMarvel Netflix series wins Peabody Award.http://marvel.com/news/tv/26065/marvels_jessica_jones_takes_the_prize_in_the_75th_annual_peabody_awardsMOVIE NEWS23:31 - “Flash” movie castingWarner Brothers reportedly looking tofill roles for five familiar characters.http://screenrant.com/flash-movie-2018-dceu-characters-villains/ 25:24 - “CaptainAmerica: Civil War” marketing kicks into high gearPositive reviews and social media memes continue to roll in.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvkWGrIQ7r8 27:38 - Ambitious“Avatar” plansJames Cameron announces all four sequels filming concurrently.http://collider.com/james-cameron-avatar-2-sequels-star-wars/ 29:56 -Daisy Ridley reuniting with J.J. AbramsActress to star in “Force Awakens” director’s new film “Kolma.”http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2016/04/jj-abrams-and-daisy-ridley-will-reunite-for-a-very-non-star-wars-y-film/ 30:22 - “Deadpool”releasing early on digitalR-rated blockbuster available digitally on April 26.http://www.comingsoon.net/dvd/news/679199-deadpool-digital-release-set-for-april-26#/slide/1 30:51 - DC’sLegends of TomorrowRip Hunter’s real name revealed in time-bending episode.32:12 - TheFlashA dark turn in the desperate battle against Zoom. 34:24 -Iron Man appearing in next Spider-Man film Robert Downey Jr. confirmed for “Spider-Man: Homecoming” cast.http://www.ew.com/article/2016/04/21/robert-downey-jr-spider-man-homecoming 35:11 -Willem Dafoe in “Justice League”Former Norman Osborn actor joins cast of DC flagship franchise.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/justice-league-adds-willem-dafoe-880889 36:01 -X-23 to make film debut in “Wolverine 3?”Is clone of Wolverine, Laura Kinney, coming to the big screen?http://www.superherohype.com/news/371911-exclusive-which-x-men-character-might-make-her-debut-in-wolverine-3#/slide/1 36:27 -Maisie Williams as Wolfsbane?“Game of Thrones” actress rumored to co-star in upcoming X-Men spinoff“New Mutants.”http://www.avclub.com/article/maisie-williams-wolfsbane-x-men-spinoff-new-mutant-234648 37:30 - “BladeRunner 2” moves up release dateLong-awaited sequel to hit theaters in October of 2017.http://variety.com/2016/film/news/blade-runner-sequel-release-date-changed-1201757777/ 38:24 -Hasbro cinematic universeMore details emerge about interconnected films from the worlds of G.I.Joe, Micronauts, M.A.S.K., Visionaries and ROM.http://comicbook.com/2016/04/21/more-details-on-hasbro-cinematic-universe-revealed/ 41:48 - “MarkingOut” available on DVDLocal filmmakers premier acclaimed new wrestling documentary.http://www.mindfooled.com/GAMING43:26 - “Lettersfrom Whitechapel” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Heroclix”This week’s episode wraps up with a look at two tabletop game we’veenjoyed recently. First up is the murdermystery “Letters from Whitechapel,” in which players band together using theirbest detective skills to stop the infamous Jack the Ripper. Then we explore the new expansion set forHeroclix starring the Heroes in a Half Shell, as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtlescome to the collectible miniature game for the first time.https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/letters-from-whitechapel/http://wizkids.com/heroclix/tmnt/
Welcome back for the third episode of Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast! There was an awful lot of news to discuss this week, so we hit as many topics as we can while still leaving time to spotlight an excellent piece of fan fiction and take a detailed view of the first wave of new DC: Rebirth comics. And don’t worry, millennials, unlike those oppressive old-fashioned movie theaters, we don’t care if you want to text while listening to the show.Length - 1:19:17Language - PG-13. (Contains some mild adult language.)TV RECAPS AND REVIEWS1:29 - SupergirlIndigo debuts before the upcoming finale.4:15 - DC’s Legends of TomorrowA team-up with Jonah Hex in the Old West.7:05 - Daredevil“Defenders” to start filming at the end of this year?http://comicbook.com/marvel/2016/04/11/daredevils-charlie-cox-announces-the-defenders-filming-date/7:36 - Game of ThronesPresident Obama requests early screening of the new season.http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/14/politics/game-of-thrones-barack-obama-first-look/STAR WARS NEWS8:15 - Original trilogy returning to theatresTriple feature planned at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema chain.http://www.forbes.com/sites/simonthompson/2016/04/12/original-star-wars-trilogy-to-return-to-us-theaters-this-summer/#512aee6d337910:57 - “Force Awakens” deleted scenesBlu-Ray lacking previously promised special features.http://collider.com/star-wars-the-force-awakens-deleted-scenes/12:30 - Han Solo’s jacket auctioned“Force Awakens” wardrobe sells for $191,000.http://time.com/4292489/harrison-ford-han-solo-jacket-auction-sold/12:41 - Young Han Solo castingUnknown Alden Ehrenreich frontrunner for iconic role.http://deadline.com/2016/04/star-wars-han-solo-movie-alden-ehrenreich-frontrunner-cast-1201737425/13:07 - Mon Mothma actress returnsActress Genevieve O’Reilly reprises role from Episode III.http://www.hitfix.com/harpy/mon-mothma-actress-gets-the-last-laugh-after-being-cut-from-star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith13:32 - Star Wars LandDisney theme parks break ground on new attraction.http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-disney-star-wars-html-20160414-htmlstory.html15:12 - C-3PO comic prequelThe origin of C-3PO’s red arm revealed in new comic book one-shot.http://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/OCT150933MOVIE NEWS16:27 - “Deadpool 2”Sequel officially announced.http://variety.com/2016/film/news/deadpool-2-ryan-reynolds-1201753693/17:02 - AMC Theatres backlashCompany walks back idea of “phone-friendly” screenings that allow texting.http://www.avclub.com/article/amc-may-have-overstated-whole-texting-friendly-the-23531720:43 - “Spider-Man: Homecoming”Title of next solo movie confirmed, with Michael Keaton rumored as villain.http://marvel.com/news/movies/26023/spider-mans_next_solo_film_officially_receives_its_titlehttp://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/michael-keaton-circling-villain-role-88375322:58 - “Justice League”Filming begins for DC’s team-up movie.http://www.ew.com/article/2016/02/21/justice-league-starts-April-1123:12 - Ben Affleck going soloRumors confirmed the actor is writing, directing and starring in solo Batman film.http://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/apr/13/ben-affleck-batman-confirmed-direct-star-in-solo-movie24:03 - “Captain America: Civil War” receiving critical acclaimNew Marvel movie screened for critics amidst growing buzz.http://movieweb.com/captain-america-civil-war-test-screenings/26:05 - “Doctor Strange” teaserFirst footage from the magical new film released.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt-U_t2pUHI29:18 - “Suicide Squad” trailerThird trailer reveals more off-kilter action.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZwsbcW-d-E32:16 - “Thor: Ragnarok” casting surprisesNatalie Portman not returning for the sequel, making way for new love interest.http://nerdist.com/thor-ragnarok-natalie-portman-tessa-thompson/34:04 - “Wolverine 3” rumorsIs the future-set script an adaptation of “Old Man Logan?”http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Wolverine-3-Set-Here-What-We-Know-124307.html35:06 - “Inhumans” disappears from scheduleFilm no longer part of Marvel’s “Phase Three” lineup for 2019.http://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvels-inhumans-movie-may-move-from-2019-release/1100-6438745/37:30 - More “Avatar” on the wayJames Cameron announces four new sequels to the highest grossing film in history.http://www.cnet.com/news/james-cameron-confirms-four-avatar-sequels/39:04 - “The Dark Tower”Jackie Earl Haley to join cast of Stephen King adaptation.http://bloody-disgusting.com/movie/3387386/jackie-earle-haley-joins-stephen-kings-dark-tower/40:09 - “Batman: The Killing Joke” receives ratingDC animated feature given franchise’s first R rating.http://www.ew.com/article/2016/04/14/batman-killing-joke-animated-rated-rINDIE SPOTLIGHT40:51 - “Empty Graves,” stellar Superman Fan FictionTumblr user Kitty Unpretty gives us a unique spin on the familiar time travel story, as Martha Kent must protect her adopted young son by any means necessary. But what ripples will an altered past have for a still uncertain future?http://unpretty.tumblr.com/post/142158892973/unpretty-villain-attempts-to-go-back-in-timeCOMIC BOOK NEWS46:49 - DC: RebirthThe Ka-Pow crew takes an in-depth look at the solicitations for the first month of titles in the DC: Rebirth relaunch. Follow along as we go title by title, filling you in on the creative teams and upcoming plotlines, revealing our hopes and concerns, and passing judgement on this whole experiment months before any of the actual books hit store shelves.http://www.dccomics.com/comics/dc-comics-april-2016-previews-catalog-2016/dc-comics-april-2016-previews-catalog
The second episode of Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast has arrived! Audio issues scrapped our original plans, so we’ve rolled with the punches, dug deep for some interesting movie and comic news, found lots of television to discuss and present our first ever Indie Spotlight on a creator-owned comic book. It’s a jam-packed show, so kick back and give us a listen. We promise not to end things on a cliffhanger without revealing which of the four of us got walloped with that baseball bat!Length - 1:18:23Language - PG-13. (Contains some mild adult language.) STAR WARS NEWS4:30 - “Rogue One” trailerFirst teaser for “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” released.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wji-BZ0oCwg6:40 - Admiral Ackbar actor passes awayErik Bauersfeld, voice of fan favorite rebel commander dies at age 93.http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/04/05/473073158/star-wars-voice-actor-who-as-admiral-ackbar-warned-its-a-trap-dies-at-937:00 - Kylo Ren mystery solvedThe eerie table of ashes explained.http://www.ew.com/article/2016/04/05/star-wars-force-awakens-jj-abrams-kylo-ren-ashes MOVIE NEWS7:42 - “The Force Awakens” releasedThe latest Star Wars film comes to Blu-Ray and DVD.9:08 - Spider-ManPossible titles for the solo film and appearances by other Marvel characters revealed.http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/05/sony-registers-additional-spider-man-movie-domain-names/http://collider.com/spider-man-reboot-marvel-cameos/10:51 - “Deadpool”Blu-Ray release date announced.11:05 - “Kingsman:The Golden Circle”Release date of the sequel set.11:42 - “The Fire Rises”Documentary chronicling making of Nolan’s Batman trilogy now free online.http://nerdist.com/revisit-christopher-nolans-the-dark-knight-trilogy-with-76-minute-documentary/12:10 - Tom Staggs resignsBehind the scenes shake-ups at Disney could impact Marvel film slate.http://www.doctordisney.com/2016/04/04/tom-staggs-heir-apparent-bob-iger-leaving-walt-disney-company/19:08 - “Swiss Army Man”New trailer for bizarre film starring Daniel Radcliffe and Paul Dano.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrK1f4TsQfM20:06 - “Hardcore Henry”Impressions of the experimental action film.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_je40DOn8s TV RECAPS AND REVIEWS22:15 - The Walking DeadCurrent season ends in controversy.29:50 - SupergirlCrossing over with the CW’s Flash.31:36 - ArrowBlack Canary’s fate.34:44 - Cloak and DaggerNew series announced, coming to Freeform.36:28 - The BoysCinemax series adapting the comic by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson.37:38 - Game of ThronesNew season beginning soon.38:38 - DC’s Legends of TomorrowPer Degaton!41:53 - Wynonna EarpSeries based on indie comic by Beau Smith premiers on SyFy.42:45 - Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesCurrent cartoon features lots of fun Easter Eggs from the past.45:39 - Star Wars: RebelsSeason ends on a high note for the animated show.48:08 - Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.Two agents spin off into their own series. COMIC BOOK NEWS48:25 - DC and Marvel midnight releasesMarvel poaches DC’s plans for releasing upcoming titles early.http://www.newsarama.com/28751-marvel-going-head-to-head-with-dc-s-midnight-rebirth-launch.html50:45 - DC RebirthFull details revealed for big DC reboot, including multiple versions of Superman.http://www.dccomics.com/comics/dc-comics-april-2016-previews-catalog-2016/dc-comics-april-2016-previews-catalog54:28 - “Shiver Bureau”Indie Comic Spotlight on an excellent, offbeat ghost story by Walter Ostlie.http://shiverbureau.com/ GREAT DEBATE57:47 - Batman v SupermanWe dedicated an entire episode to our thoughts and feelings about “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” but computer problems destroyed most of it. Rather than get our blood up again and rant about the movie a second time, we spliced together a short reel of salvaged highlights we were able to rescue from that original discussion. So please forgive the sloppy editing and enjoy our frenetic, mostly out-of-context comments about the controversial blockbuster.
It's time for Ka-Pow: The Pop Cultured Podcast! Evolving from our previous incarnation as the So ProPodcast, Michael, Jordan, Cliff and Seth return with a brand new name and an updated format, but allthe same off-the-cuff opinions about pop culture related to the comics, television and movies we love.Length - 1:09:15Language - PG. (Contains some mildly adult themes and innuendo.)2:40 - IntroductionsThe Ka-Pow team reintroduces ourselves to listeners, both new and old.MOVIE NEWS7:42 - Booster Gold rumorsGeoff Johns announces plans to introduce Booster Gold into the DC film universe.http://comicbook.com/2016/03/22/geoff-johns-promises-booster-gold/9:44 - Lara Croft castingDaisy Ridley in talks to play the iconic “Tomb Raider” heroine.http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/daisy-ridley-tomb-raider-talks-87698610:48 - Lego Batman trailerThe fun first trailer for the sequel to “The Lego Movie.”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBJyp2LFHgkTV RECAPS AND REVIEWS13:09 - The Walking DeadComparing recent plots to their comic book origins and anticipating the season finale.22:10 - DaredevilFirst impressions of Season 2.25:10 - SupergirlMartian Manhunter’s origin and our hopes for the “Flash” crossover.31:12 - PowersSeason 2 plot hints and casting news.33:03 - The FlashTheories about Zoom and his origin.STAR WARS NEWS35:35 - Han Solo origin movieHarrison Ford’s advice to the actor cast as a young Han Solo.http://www.eonline.com/news/750737/harrison-ford-to-young-han-solo-star-don-t-do-itCOMIC BOOK NEWS39:05 - Jessica JonesBrian Michael Bendis rumored to be returning to the character he created.http://comicsalliance.com/new-jessica-jones-comic-possible-brevoort/40:00 - Darwyn CookeHanna-Barbera cartoons and Scooby Doo get reimagined in new DC comics.http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2016/01/28/hanna-barbera-beyond-flintstones-scooby-and-more-are-getting-comic-book-reimaginings42:11 - DC RebirthBig shake-ups for the entire line of DC comics.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DC_Rebirth44:04 - Y the Last ManBrian K. Vaughan teases news about an adaptation of “Y the Last Man.”https://twitter.com/HeyBKV/status/713441166423756800?lang=en46:20 - ArrowFelicity’s recovery and the villainous Cupid.DEEP THOUGHTS49:06 - Growing up GeekAn article about good ways to introduce young children to superheroes leads to Deep Thoughts aboutmarketing and branding, how each of us shares our fandom with our kids, how our childhood love ofcomics continues to influence our opinions on the current climate of nerd culture and how comedianPatton Oswalt already has all this figured out.http://www.avclub.com/article/our-parenting-guide-takes-superheroes-233903http://www.wired.com/2010/12/ff_angrynerd_geekculture/