Podcasts about Luke Cage

As the sun sets on another spectacular summer, we look back at the Hollywood blockbusters of olde! Big stars, bigger spectacles, long lines, popcorn, and movies that became events. We're heading to the theater for a trip through the history of the summer blockbuster! From Jaws and Star Wars to superheroes, animated adventures, and the biggest movies of the '80s and '90s, we're guessing which films ruled the summer box office. Plus, Jay and Shua talk about what made going to the movies such a memorable experience and whether the true summer blockbuster can still happen today.   News Follow Up: It's Working! Some Pizza Hut Locations Are Finding Success by Embracing the Past.   Golden Axe to Be an Animated TV Show  Artist Trevor Burbage brings the colorful characters of Dungeon Crawler Carl to life in a new video. An Illinois Man Built All Six Magic Kingdom Lands Out of LEGO in His Basement  A new landmark collection celebrates John Williams conducting some of his most iconic film scores. Many beloved entertainers have left us. We remember several legendary performers we've lost recently   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua checks out The End of Oak Street, the new sci-fi adventure starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor. When an entire suburban neighborhood is mysteriously transported somewhere unknown, one family has to stick together to survive their bizarre new surroundings. Jay revisits the hilarious 2018 comedy Game Night, where what begins as a friendly evening of competitive fun turns into a surprisingly dangerous real-life mystery. A totally fun rewatch with Jason Bateman. MCU Location Scout MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. This time Jay has been adding locations from Season 1 of Luke Cage, including Genghis Connie's Chinese Restaurant, a Harlem location that appears in the series. You can explore the locations and see exactly where the MCU came to life at MCULocationScout.com. And don't forget to check out all of Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.   Enjoy Blockbusting! The summer blockbuster wasn't always the centerpiece of the moviegoing calendar. We head back to 1975 and Jaws to explore how Hollywood transformed summer into the season of giant movies, huge audiences, massive marketing campaigns, memorable merchandise, and lines that seemed to stretch around the block.   Then we take a trip through decades of summer movie history as Jay challenges Shua to identify the biggest movies of each year. Along the way, we'll revisit some beloved sci-fi adventures, superhero spectacles, animated classics, comedies, action movies, and plenty of films that made summer feel like the greatest time of year to go to the movies. So grab some popcorn, save your seat, and whatever you do, don't forget to turn off your phone! What are your favorite blockbusters? Do you have stories about standing in long lines?  Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Save me a seat!" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Originally released in February 2016 , this classic episode of The Short Box (Ep. #122) features the world renowned Hip-hop artist and comic book enthusiast, the departed legend Paten Locke (RIP.

Howard the Duck has been waddling around the Marvel Universe for more than 50 years, but 40 years ago he made his big-screen debut in one of the strangest movies ever to come out of Hollywood. We're getting our feathers ruffled and taking a look back at the movie that proved sometimes you just have to wing it! Was Howard the Duck really as bad as everyone said? We're looking at the history, the weirdness, the practical effects, the critics, and the legacy of this infamous 80s cult classic.    News BingeBuster Becomes BingeBrowse - After receiving a cease and desist from Blockbuster, BingeBuster has rebranded as BingeBrowse. Kevin Smith Writes Star Wars/Marvel Crossover - Kevin Smith is writing Star Wars/Marvel: Hope Assembles, a five-issue crossover coming in January 2027. D23 Announcements - Disney revealed news about Ahsoka Season 2, Star Wars: Starfighter, Incredibles 3, Percy Jackson, Marvel projects, and several new theme-park attractions and updates. More Avengers Campus - Disney announced that Avengers Campus will double in size with Avengers: Infinity Defense and Flight Lab. Indiana Jones Gets a New Adventure - Disney announced Indiana Jones & The Myth Of The Jade Serpent for Animal Kingdom. Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay is enjoying his time exploring the East Coast, including a visit to Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain, hiking Champlain Mountain, and biking the Carriage Road loop. It's been a pretty fantastic adventure filled with beautiful scenery and plenty of opportunities to get out and explore. Shua is enjoying Reacher Season 4, with Alan Ritchson back as Jack Reacher. He's once again bringing the character's particular brand of justice to people who are being horrible, and Shua appreciates Reacher's dedication to doing the right thing and helping people who need it. MCU Location Scout MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. This time Jay has been adding locations from Season 1 of Luke Cage, including Genghis Connie's Chinese Restaurant, a Harlem location that appears in the series. You can explore the locations and see exactly where the MCU came to life at MCULocationScout.com. And don't forget to check out all of Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.   Enjoy Ducks! We're celebrating the 40th anniversary of the movie that brought Marvel's cigar-chomping, wisecracking waterfowl to the big screen. We look back at Howard's comic-book origins, George Lucas' involvement, the enormous production, the practical effects, and the movie's spectacular journey from box-office bomb to cult classic.   Then it's time for "What the Duck?", where we try to figure out which critics wrote some of the movie's most memorable reviews. We'll also debate whether Howard was really as bad as his reputation suggests, look at how the character could work today, and explore his eventual return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.   Can you tell a real 1980s movie from something we completely made up? We're putting our knowledge of bizarre 80s cinema to the test with plots involving killer mall robots, time-traveling cyborgs, zombies, tiny demons, alternate dimensions, and murderous machines. Some of these movies are completely ridiculous. The problem is... they're real! Can you Enjoy Howard the Duck? What are some of the fun qualities of the movie? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Put it on my bill?" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Robert De Niro turns 83, so we're celebrating one of the greatest and most versatile actors of his generation! From gangsters and boxers to comedians and intimidating fathers-in-law, De Niro has given us an incredible collection of unforgettable characters on Enjoy Stuff. Long before the Disney Renaissance, the Mouse House was taking some surprisingly bold chances with family entertainment. Join Jay and Shua as they revisit forgotten classics, share behind-the-scenes trivia, play a brand-new game, and discover why these quirky adventures deserve another look.   News Indiana Jones returns in 2026 with "Indiana Jones and the Sword of Pandemonium" - Marvel Comics is bringing Indy back for a five-issue adventure written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Aaron Kuder. BingeBuster turns streaming into a virtual video store - The website lets you browse your streaming services with the nostalgic feel of walking through a classic Blockbuster. A giant 11-foot Star Trek: The Original Series Enterprise print is coming - The massive 60th Anniversary cutaway print measures 132 inches long and recreates the scale of the original Smithsonian model. Seth MacFarlane is singing The Muppets - His new album features 14 classic songs from The Muppet Movie, The Great Muppet Caper, The Muppets Take Manhattan, Sesame Street, and The Muppet Show. Coyote vs. ACME is finally coming to theaters - After its long and winding road to release, the Will Forte, John Cena, and Lana Condor comedy is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 28. Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been enjoying this eight-episode Amazon Prime series Ride or Die, starring Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer. It mixes espionage and action with strong characters and some thought-provoking storytelling, proving it's more than just another collection of silly spy scenarios. While traveling through Bar Harbor, Maine, Jay stopped at the beautifully restored 1923 Criterion Cinema movie house to see the legendary vampire movie The Lost Boys. The historic theater combines classic Hollywood screenings with live performances and multimedia events, making the experience even more memorable. MCU Location Scout MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. Lately, Jay has been adding locations from Luke Cage Season 1, while also keeping an eye on locations already appearing on the map from the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Luke Cage follows Marvel's super-powered Harlem hero as he attempts to protect his neighborhood while confronting criminals from his past. And don't forget to check out all of Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.   Enjoy Movies Robert De Niro turns 83, and we're celebrating the incredible career of an actor who has somehow managed to be terrifying, hilarious, dramatic, intense, and occasionally completely ridiculous. We look back at the roles that made him a legend, from his early dramatic performances and collaborations with Martin Scorsese to his transformation into one of Hollywood's most recognizable comedy stars.   We'll debate our favorite De Niro performances and imagine him playing some famous roles he never actually played. So grab a cannoli, keep your mouth shut, and get ready for a whole lotta De Niro! What do you think is De Niro's best performance? Which classic character would you like to see De Niro play? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Are you talkin' to me?" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Take a trip through the incredible rise of computer-generated imagery as Jay and Shua explore the groundbreaking movies, visionaries, and technological leaps that forever changed filmmaking. From Westworld and TRON to Terminator 2 and beyond, it's a nostalgic look at the digital revolution that brought impossible worlds to life. Before CGI became invisible, audiences couldn't stop talking about it! Join us as we celebrate the artists, programmers, and filmmakers who transformed movie magic one pixel at a time.   News Amiga Freeware Archive for the Commodore 64 - A massive archive featuring more than 18,000 downloadable demos, scene releases, disk magazines, and software celebrating the legendary Commodore community.   Knight Rider: Declassified - A new five-part documentary explores the history of the classic television series with new interviews, rare footage, and an in-depth look behind the scenes of KITT and Michael Knight.   Blade Runner 2099 Trailer - Prime Video released the first trailer for the long-awaited continuation of the Blade Runner universe, premiering November 25, 2026.   Matchbox: The Movie Trailer - Apple TV unveiled the first trailer for its live-action adaptation of the iconic die-cast toy line, arriving October 9.   Electronic Plastic Museum – An impressive online museum showcases more than 900 handheld electronic games, preserving the history of one of gaming's most nostalgic eras. Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been diving into Dungeon Crawler Carl, a wildly entertaining fantasy adventure recommended by listener Tim. Combining tabletop RPGs, video games, dark humor, and a talking cat named Princess Donut, the series follows Carl as he battles through a deadly dungeon that's broadcast across the galaxy as a reality show. The unique premise and fast-paced storytelling made it an easy recommendation, and Shua is looking forward to continuing the series. Jay has been revisiting Marvel's Netflix shows Luke Cage and Iron Fist while adding even more filming locations to MCU Location Scout. Luke Cage follows Harlem's bulletproof hero protecting his neighborhood from crime, while Iron Fist tells the story of billionaire Danny Rand returning with mystical martial arts abilities after years away. Although Iron Fist didn't quite live up to expectations, Jay enjoyed revisiting both series and expanding the MCU Location Scout database. MCU Location Scout MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. Lately Jay has been adding locations from Spider-Noir, with some familiar locations that were used in other noir films. And don't forget to check out all of Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.   Enjoy Evolution Before computers could create entire galaxies, superheroes, and photorealistic dinosaurs, filmmakers were experimenting with pixels, mathematics, and imagination. Jay and Shua trace the fascinating rise of computer-generated imagery from its earliest appearances in classic films like Westworld, TRON, and Star Trek II through the groundbreaking visual effects that forever changed Hollywood.   Along the way, they celebrate the pioneers who made it all possible, including Industrial Light & Magic, Pixar's founders, James Cameron, George Lucas, and Ed Catmull, while exploring how CGI evolved from obvious visual spectacles into the nearly invisible effects that modern audiences rarely even notice. It's a fun, nostalgic look at one of the biggest technological revolutions in movie history. Do you like early versions of CGI? Has it gone too far in filmmaking? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "That's a real dinosaur" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

0:00 Intro7:33 News and UpdatesElodie Yung returning as Elektra in DDBA Season 3? Luke Cage and Iron Fist previously shown. An ‘ABSOLUTE BATMAN' animated series is officially in development at DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation. DC Studios' first-ever anime series, “Joker: Laugh Riot,” and a new “Krypto” series by “Spongebob” alum C.H. Greenblatt. 20:29 ComicsUltimate Impact: Reborn #2Quick Shots: Moonstar #4, X-Men Outback #1, Generation X-23 #5, Zatanna #336:30 Relaunch: LZ - Photon part 2

rWotD Episode 3376: Black Mariah Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Saturday, 1 August 2026, is Black Mariah.Black Mariah (Mariah Dillard) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is usually depicted as an enemy of Luke Cage. She was created by Billy Graham, George Tuska, and Steve Englehart, and first appeared in Luke Cage, Hero for Hire #5 (January 1973).Alfre Woodard portrayed Mariah Dillard in the series Luke Cage, set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:10 UTC on Saturday, 1 August 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Black Mariah on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Danielle.

Welcome to Issue 337.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We'll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this "I See You" Preview Issue we look at two cards from the upcoming Luke Cage Nemesis set! Thank you FFG. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon and Maka Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/criticalencounterspod/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg-r6-EooHoJGa1RRsH7i3w Find our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/criticalencounterspodcast Find our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vardaen You can also find our Discord Channel on the Marvel Champions Monthly Discord Server. "I claim the right to kill him. For what he did to me in the fight with MODOK -- I want to bite off his head!" —Cottonmouth

Well, well, well THIS was a SURPRISE !!!!!! a refreshing one to be sure, made me personally yern for the days when ALL the IP marvel rights weren't ALL consolidated under, and what we got was some individual Marvel flavor ala ABC's Agents of S.H.E.I.L.D ala Clock and Dagger or Netflix with Daredevil, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist even the Defender ............. at THIS point WE all know whats slowly but surely happening with at least Daredevil, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist but MORE on THAT later  On this episode of Marvel-Cast: Earth's Mightiest Podcast, your hosts David Senden and (fill in co-host) Kyle Wagner discuss in FULL the SURPRISING hit Spider-Noir, the gamble ............ and the Nicholas Cage of it ALL a BRAND NEW episode of Marvel-Cast: Earth Mightiest Podcast starts RIGHT NOW

In this episode I discuss the following: OTA Review .. Mother Askani nerf was definitely needed .. Luke Cage was a bit too much .. and overview of the rest My opinion on featured locations and why I feel they aren't a good thing or necessary In a

Bryce joins us to talk about the latest Appalachian Cup event and to help us review Luke Cage.You can find a list builder and reference webapp at https://cerebromcp.comWatch us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/crithitwildComic art by Dale KeownDice rolling sound from https://soundbible.com/Music from https://www.bensound.com/You can email us at crithitwild@gmail.com

Join Mike and Bill as they discuss Mikes adventure to Heroes Con 2026 and Bill's family cruise. We discuss recent purchases, Dog Tag #1, Junk Punch #1, Kill Switch #1, Our Army at War #57, Our Fighting Forces #20, The Bride, The Protector, Obsession, Supergirl, Masters of the Universe, Gene Wilder Biography, Luke Cage, The […] The post Geek Brunch 465 – Heroes Con 2026 Wrap Up first appeared on DC Noise.

The MTG: Marvel Superheroes set has arrived! In this episode Justin builds a decked with Iron Fist, Living Weapon and Luke Cage, Power Man using only cards from the set.

KEEPERS KWOTABLES:   “It's cool and scary!” / “At the same time…shut up!” / “A dumbed-down American version.” / “That's all I want, something I look forward to watching.” TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE: MARVEL SHILLIN' TIME!  A trailer for Spider-Noir / Doomsday updates / A new Luke Cage series is planned / The possibility […]

Esta semana nos "soprenden" con la noticia del tipo más duro, o sino con más duros de Marvel Champions... Luke Cage, el 4º héroe de la oleada de los Defensores, llega pisando fuertisimo con idea de hacerle la competencia a Armadillo... (00:25:02) Noticias (00:42:00) Seccion del Hype [ Luke Cage] (02:02:17) Comentarios de nuestros patronos ¡Esperamos que os guste!

Power Man & Iron Fist #107 (1984)Let's wrap up this trip into freelance superhero services as we follow Power Man and Iron Fist as they serve as bodyguards to an eccentric rock star. There's also a BARBARIAN meets SMALL WONDER deal going on with the rock star's father so it is guaranteed to get wild.Highlights include:Luke Cage earns 25 centsAre the Heroes for Hire insured??Resentful grandmothersWhere'd that giant cake come from?Iron Fist literally kicks a criminal's assFeyd Harkonnen celebrates his 21st birthdayAlso, Jen and Shawn visit Vision Comics & Oddities here in town and share some thoughts on the MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE move. Slight spoilers contained within.*** PROPER COMIC BOOK DISCUSSION STARTS AT 00:25:29 ***Promo: CAMPUS COMICS CAST (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/campus-comics-cast/id1326952368)Continue the conversation with Shawn (@AngryHeroShawn) and Jen (@JenStansfield) on Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / Threads / Bluesky or email the show at worstcollectionever@gmail.com Also, get hip to all of our episodes on YouTube in its own playlist! https://bit.ly/WorstCollectionEverYTDownload the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your favorite shows. Please rate, review, subscribe and tell a friend!

Spider-Noir Editors – Jennifer Barbot, ACE; Tirsa Hackshaw, ACE; Eric Kissack, ACE and Geraud Brisson, ACE Although the editors of Spider-Noir may have all arrived at the series through different paths, they quickly found themselves working toward the same goal: shaping a superhero story that functions first and foremost as a noir detective tale. For Jennifer Barbot, Tirsa Hackshaw, Eric Kissack, and Geraud Brisson, that meant balancing 1930s atmosphere, modern pacing, dry comedy, stylized action, and the very particular energy of a Nicolas Cage performance. Created by Oren Uziel for MGM+ and Prime Video, Spider-Noir stars Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, a down-on-his-luck private investigator in 1930s New York who is pulled back into his former life as the city's only superhero, The Spider. The series also stars Lamorne Morris, Li Jun Li, Karen Rodriguez, Jack Huston and Brendan Gleeson, and is presented in both "Authentic Black and White" and "True-Hue Full Color" versions. For the editors, that dual-format release created one of the show's most interesting creative and technical challenges. The editors primarily cut in black and white, leaning into the shadows, contrast and classic noir language of the series, while visual effects reviews often revealed the same scenes in color. The result was a show that could feel emotionally different depending on which version was being watched, even when the underlying performance, rhythm and story remained the same. JENNIFER BARBOT, ACE Jennifer Barbot is an editor whose credits include Your Honor, Raised by Wolves, The Man in the High Castle, Jessica Jones and Dope Thief. On Spider-Noir, Jennifer was drawn to the show's mix of noir style, superhero mythology and emotional character work, as well as the opportunity to help establish the tone of a world that had to feel both period-inspired and contemporary. TIRSA HACKSHAW, ACE Tirsa Hackshaw, ACE has worked across a wide range of television and film projects, including One Piece, Kung Fu, Jupiter's Legacy, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones and The Punisher. Having previously worked with Steve Lightfoot on Marvel's The Punisher, Tirsa came to Spider-Noir with both a love of the noir genre and a deep appreciation for the Spider-Verse, making the show a natural fit for her interests as an editor. ERIC KISSACK, ACE Eric Kissack, ACE is an editor and director whose work includes The Good Place, Veep, Black Monday, Rutherford Falls, Pam & Tommy and The Studio. He has also edited feature comedies such as Role Models, Brüno, Cedar Rapids, The Dictator, Horrible Bosses 2, Daddy's Home, Instant Family, Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar and Bottoms. On Spider-Noir, Eric was especially interested in the show's dry, organic comedy and in finding a rhythm that allowed the humor to breathe without undercutting the detective story. GERAUD BRISSON, ACE Geraud Brisson, ACE is a French-American film and television editor whose credits include CODA, The OA, Counterpart, This Close, Shantaram and Lessons in Chemistry. Having previously worked with Steve Lightfoot on Shantaram, Geraud was excited by the chance to explore a superhero-oriented story through the lens of noir. His work on Spider-Noir included sequences that blended action, subjective sound, visual effects and classic film references into the show's distinctive style.   Visit ExtremeMusic for all your production audio needs Hear Eric discuss his work on THE STUDIO Listen to Geraud discuss cutting Best Picture Oscar-winner CODA Subscribe to The Rough Cut podcast and never miss an episode Visit The Rough Cut on YouTube

Power Man & Iron Fist #105 (1984)What's a comic book podcast without one of the most ubiquitous 80s comics you'll find in a dollar bin? Talking about some POWER MAN & IRON FIST here, the book that was read by everybody and nobody. In this issue, Luke and Danny are feeling the freelance superhero squeeze from Crimebuster, an escaped con posing as a “hero” who got his hands on some pistols that shoot massive white loads and sometimes, nets.Highlights include:Luke Cage fights to save SPORTS~!Iron Fist strikes a poseHeroes for Hire guard a fashion runwayAdam Driver faceBring back the ashtray economyA special appearance by Oliver Queen!Also, Jen and Shawn shop for comics in Wyoming and stop by Mile High Comics!*** PROPER COMIC BOOK DISCUSSION STARTS AT 00:17:50 ***Promo: CAMPUS COMICS CAST (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/campus-comics-cast/id1326952368)Continue the conversation with Shawn (@AngryHeroShawn) and Jen (@JenStansfield) on Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / Threads / Bluesky or email the show at worstcollectionever@gmail.com Also, get hip to all of our episodes on YouTube in its own playlist! https://bit.ly/WorstCollectionEverYTDownload the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your favorite shows. Please rate, review, subscribe and tell a friend!

Hell's Kitchen is burning, and the secret is officially out. This week, we are diving deep into the explosive second season of Daredevil: Born Again. From Wilson Fisk's tyrannical mayoral grip and the brutal moves of the Anti-Vigilante Task Force, to that heartbreaking tragedy with Vanessa, Season 2 did not pull any punches. But we have to talk about that finale twist. Now that Matt Murdock's identity has been blown wide open to the public, what does this mean for his future behind bars, the arrival of Luke Cage, and the upcoming Season 3? Grab your headphones as we break down the action, the shifting morals, and the biggest Marvel unmasking in years. #daredevil #marvel #disney #disneyplus #mcu #bornagain #podcast #spoilers #aycg #allyoucangeek 

KEEPERS KWOTABLES: “The overwolveriness!” / “You never go full Hobbit!” / “Just Be enjoyable!  Can We Do That?” TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE: MARVEL SHILLIN' TIME!  A trailer has been released for the upcoming Spider-Man Noir series…in two versions / Updates on ? Avengers: Doomsday / News about a new Luke Cage series / […]

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 sticks the landing with an emotional, intense, and brilliantly written finale. In this episode of SuperHero Homies, we give our full spoiler review and breakdown of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episodes 7 & 8, discussing the shocking reveals, character arcs, courtroom drama, brutal action, and what could come next in Season 3. Main Review begins after the 28-minute cold open We dive deep into: • Full breakdown of the Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Finale • Why this may be the best season of Marvel television on Disney+ • The emotional Daniel / BB / Buck subplot • Bullseye's surprising path toward redemption • Matt Murdock finally stepping fully into both sides of his identity • Matt appearing in court and publicly outing himself as Daredevil • The incredible writing and character motivations throughout the finale • Why Fisk was never portrayed as unintelligent or careless • How Matt ultimately defeats Fisk using information that destroys BOTH of them • The intense final confrontations and action sequences • Theories for Daredevil Born Again Season 3 • Potential adaptations of Devil in Cell Block D • Possible return of The Defenders, including Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, and Iron Fist This finale delivers everything we wanted from a street-level Marvel story: grounded stakes, emotional storytelling, incredible performances, and brutal action. If you're a fan of Daredevil, Marvel Studios, MCU Disney+ shows, comic book storytelling, and superhero television, this is the breakdown for you. Cold Open (First 28 Minutes) Before heading into Hell's Kitchen one last time this season, we discuss: The Odyssey Backlash • Why complaints about “modern language” in the trailer feel strange • The discourse surrounding diversity casting in a fictional mythological story One Battle After Another vs Sinners • Why Sinners worked better for us • How One Battle After Another struggles with its heavy themes Superman: Man of Tomorrow Theories • Who could Matthew Lillard be playing? • Brainiac speculation and DC Universe possibilities Avengers: Endgame Re-Release Discussion • What the “new footage” might actually include • Could Steve Rogers' time travel have caused the MCU incursions leading into Avengers: Doomsday? About SuperHero Homies SuperHero Homies is a superhero and pop culture podcast covering Marvel, DC Comics, Star Wars, Invincible, The Boys, comic book movies, TV reviews, and nerd culture discussions. Expect deep dives, theories, debates, and plenty of laughs. Support the Homies! Our official merch store is LIVE! Grab t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags & more: https://superherohomies.printify.me/ If you enjoy: Marvel & MCU breakdowns Comic book discussions TV episode reviews Fan theories & predictions Daredevil analysis Podcast-style conversations Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to help us grow the Homie-verse! #DaredevilBornAgain #Daredevil #Marvel #MCU #DisneyPlus #Kingpin #Bullseye #Defenders #SuperHeroHomies #TVReview

Andrew Young (geekhardshow.com) joins to help spoil the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale!Spoiler Review @4:52Reading Suggestions @1:45:27Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Rating @1:49:05Conclusion/Plugs @1:50:56Follow Andrew on InstagramText Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE

FnA Presents Episode 40 is here, and after almost three weeks away, we are catching up on EVERYTHING.This week Fred and Adrienne break down the latest Hollywood drama with the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni case, plus a loaded trailer section featuring House of the Dragon Season 3, Evil Dead Burn, Jackass: Best and Last, and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.We also dig into the full Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 finale, including Titan X, the emotional Shaw goodbye, Kentaro going dark, and that huge Rodan reveal.Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is officially wrapped, and Fred has thoughts on that finale. Jessica Jones was great, Bullseye needs his own series, Luke Cage is back, but when the show says “we need an army” in New York City, Marvel better bring the army.The Boys Season 5 is heading toward its finale, and Episode 6 left us with Homelander potentially becoming unstoppable.On the gaming side, Fred is still deep into Crimson Desert, sitting around 250 hours, calling it his Game of the Year so far, and talking about Pearl Abyss continuing to improve the game with major quality of life updates.And of course, we close with Marvel. Avengers: Doomsday still does not have a public trailer, but the leaks and rumors are getting wild. Incursions, Doom destroying the TVA, Battleworld, major deaths, and a possible Secret Wars setup that could be bigger than Infinity War.Enjoy the episode? Like, subscribe, drop a comment, and follow FnA Presents everywhere below.

EPISODE SUMMARY The Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale gave fans a lot to process, from Matt Murdock's public downfall to Kingpin's collapse and the possible setup for a much bigger street-level Marvel story. Frank is joined by Megan from Vigilante Vibes and Thomas to break down what worked, what felt messy, and why this season may be the strongest version of Born Again so far. The conversation covers comic book connections like Devil on Cell Block D, Bullseye's future, Heather and Muse, BB's role as a rising journalist, and how Spider-Man, Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, The Hand, Typhoid Mary, and even Mayor Luke Cage could factor into what comes next. The crew also digs into the courtroom scene, the hallway fight, New York as a living part of the story, and whether Marvel should keep Daredevil in his own corner or bring him deeper into the MCU. TIMESTAMPS AND TOPICS - 00:00 Introduction and Megan's First Reaction to Season 2 - 01:04 Devil on Cell Block D, Matt's Arrest, and Daredevil's Identity - 03:10 BB, Journalism, Peter Parker, and Street-Level Marvel Connections - 08:16 Bullseye, Mr. Charles, and Marvel's Grounded Villains - 11:26 Heather, Muse, Lady Muse, and Darker Comic Book Influences - 14:33 Spider-Man, The Hand, Elektra, and Season 3 Theories - 18:04 The Rose, Typhoid Mary, Buck, and Kingpin's Future - 19:38 Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk's Complicated Relationship - 23:10 Thomas Joins, CGI Talk, and the Finale's Action Scenes - 25:16 The Hallway Fight, New York Rising, and White Tiger - 28:35 The Courtroom Scene and Matt's Legal Strategy - 33:58 New York as a Character and the MCU's Street-Level Future - 44:00 Favorite and Least Favorite Moments From the Season - 52:00 Final Scores, Fan Reactions, Foggy, and Closing Thoughts KEY TAKEAWAYS - Megan felt Season 2 raised the stakes, leaned more into the comics, and showed the actors had a stronger grip on their characters. - The group spent a lot of time on Matt's arrest and the idea that the show may be setting up a Devil on Cell Block D style story. - BB stood out as one of the season's strongest additions, with the potential to become a major street-level MCU connector through journalism, Peter Parker, and the wider New York media world. - The finale's courtroom scene was one of the biggest highlights, giving Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio a strong showcase while pushing the season's themes about masks, power, and public truth. - The crew liked how the season made New York feel alive again, especially through the city rising against Kingpin's system and the anti-vigilante task force. - Final scores landed strong overall: Thomas gave the finale a 7 out of 10 but the season a 9 out of 10, Frank gave the season an 8 out of 10, and Megan gave it a 10 out of 10. QUOTES "Season two really upped the ante a lot, and it's a lot more comic accurate." "BB won the battle that killed her uncle." "Just because they both can aim good doesn't make them the same character." "This was the city of New York rising, all doing their own hallway scene." "The court scenes are so integral to who Daredevil is as a character." "This feels like a New York that is the home to heroes." CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to Geek Freaks for more Marvel, DC, gaming, and geek culture conversations. Leave a review, share the episode with a friend, and post your thoughts on social media using #GeekFreaksPodcast. LINKS AND RESOURCES GeekFreaksPodcast.com is the source of all news discussed during the podcast. FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast LISTENER QUESTIONS What did you think of the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale? Send us your reactions, theories, and future topic ideas for the next episode. APPLE PODCAST TAGS Daredevil Born Again, Daredevil, Marvel, MCU, Spider-Man, Kingpin, Matt Murdock, Wilson Fisk, Bullseye, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Marvel Television, Geek Freaks Podcast, comic book TV, superhero shows, street-level Marvel, Disney Plus, Marvel reviews

Apparently, Tim is HIM! This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl buckle up for a finale-heavy week with the last two episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord, the Season 2 finale of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, the Season 2 finale of Daredevil: Born Again, The Boys Season 5 Episode 6, and Netflix's 2026 limited series Lord of the Flies. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Lord of the Flies: 7:02 Maul: 12:47 Monarch: 29:32 Daredevil: 46:50 The Boys: 1:02:16 Lord of the Flies, Netflix Limited Series Limited Series Episodes: 4 Titles: Piggy, Jack, Simon, Ralph Netflix release date: May 4, 2026 in the U.S. Original release date: February 8, 2026 Director: Marc Munden Writer: Jack Thorne Summary: Netflix's 2026 Lord of the Flies limited series adapts William Golding's classic survival nightmare into a four-episode TV format, following a group of British schoolboys stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. Ralph and Piggy try to build order, rules, and rescue plans, while Jack's need for power and violence slowly turns the group into rival camps. The series tracks the collapse through four character-focused episodes: Piggy brings the boys together, Jack embraces the hunt, Simon becomes the tragic victim of the island's growing hysteria, and Ralph watches the last pieces of civilization burn down around him. By the end, Piggy and Simon are dead, Ralph is hunted, and rescue arrives only after the boys have already proven that the real monster was never hiding in the jungle. Rating Out of 10 It Would Have Been Better Not to Try at All Brian: 1/10 Darryl: DNW Maul: Shadow Lord (Disney Plus) Title: Chapter 9: Strange Allies Air date: May 4, 2026 Director: Steward Lee Writer: Christopher Yost Summary: Dryden Vos enters the picture with an offer Maul absolutely cannot ignore: safe passage off Janix in exchange for Maul taking the reins of Crimson Dawn. Meanwhile, Maul reaches out to Devon through their Force connection, drawing her and the rest of the group into a desperate alliance. Lawson suggests a dangerous underground route out of the city, but the escape turns into a nightmare when the group has to cross a toxic river while the Inquisitors close in. Maul holds them off long enough for everyone to make it across, only for Darth Vader to arrive outside the city and casually remind everyone that there is always a bigger monster in the room. Title: Chapter 10: The Dark Lord Air date: May 4, 2026 Director: Nathaniel Villanueva Writer: Matt Michnovetz & Brad Rau Summary: The season finale throws Maul, Devon, Daki, the Lawsons, and the rest of the survivors straight into Vader's shadow. Maul and the Jedi fight Vader and the Inquisitors while the others try to reach Dryden Vos's ship through a wall of Imperial troops. Daki gets a brief victory over Marrok, but Vader kills him after Maul chooses self-preservation over loyalty. Devon's grief and rage push her closer to Maul, who promises to train her for revenge. Lawson sacrifices himself so Rylee, Two-Boots, and Vario can escape, and by the time Vos's ship leaves Janix, Devon agrees to become Maul's apprentice. Good news: they escaped. Bad news: the emotional damage is now fully weaponized. Rating Out of 10 Shhhhh Vader Comes Brian: 8/10 Darryl: 9.4/10 Season out of 10 Maul, Not Darth Just Maul Brian: 6/10 Darryl: 8.8/10 Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Season 2 Finale Season 2, Episode 10 Title: Where We Belong Air date: May 1, 2026 Director: Lawrence Trilling Writer: Teleplay by Joe Pokaski; Story by Andrew Colville Summary: The finale brings the season's Titan X chaos to Skull Island, where Kentaro leans into Isabel's plan to use Axis Mundi to save Hiroshi, because apparently messing with monster time-space is the new family therapy. Kong battles Titan X while Cate escapes Isabel's base and Keiko rescues her. Tim and May try to shut down the neural implants, but the real fix comes from returning Titan X's egg, which pacifies the creature and ends the fight. Titan X returns to Axis Mundi with the egg, Shaw and Keiko get a brief emotional vision of younger Shaw, and six weeks later Monarch officially recruits Cate, Keiko, May, and Tim. Meanwhile, Shaw tracks Kentaro and Isabel to Thailand and finds Rodan waiting near a volcano, because this show simply refuses to end on a normal workplace update. Rating Out of 5 Starring Kentaro as Cate Brian: 4.38/5 Darryl: 4.35/5 Season out of 10 Why Did Titan X Only Fight with 2 Tentacles Most of the Fight Brian: 8.6/10 Darryl: 7.5/10 Daredevil: Born Again, Season 2 Finale Season 2, Episode 8 Title: The Southern Cross Air date: May 5, 2026 Director: Iain B. MacDonald Writer: Dario Scardapane & Jesse Wigutow Summary: Karen Page's trial becomes the pressure cooker for the entire season as Matt calls Wilson Fisk to the stand, presents Savva's video testimony, and publicly reveals that he is Daredevil to prove what Fisk has done. Dex stops AVTF officers from killing Matt, then takes a shot at Fisk, causing chaos inside the courthouse. Outside, Daredevil's supporters rise up after BB Urich pushes the city to fight back. Fisk is offered exile to avoid charges, but because he is Wilson Fisk and subtlety has never once entered the chat, he lashes out and kills multiple protestors before Matt convinces him to take the deal. Fisk leaves New York, the AVTF collapses, BB lands at the New York Bulletin, Jessica reunites with Luke Cage, Heather Glenn starts sliding into Muse territory, and Matt ends the season arrested and imprisoned for being Daredevil. That is one hell of a “victory,” Matt. Rating out of 5 I AM… Daredevil Brian: 4.51/5 Darryl: 3.89/5 Season out of 10 It’s just too clean Brian: 7.68/10 Darryl: 6.56/10 The Boys, Season 5 Episode 6 Title: Though the Heavens Fall Air date: May 6, 2026 Director: Catriona McKenzie Writer: David Reed Summary: The Deep gets stuck doing Vought propaganda for a new oil pipeline, while Noir, tired of Deep wrecking his career plans, sabotages the whole thing and causes a catastrophic oil spill. Deep responds like the emotionally stable aquatic nightmare he is and murders Noir in retaliation. Meanwhile, Sage incapacitates Ashley and pulls information from Bashley, discovering that Soldier Boy may know where to find a lead on V1. That sends Sage into full defection mode as the final season keeps pushing everyone toward the inevitable blood-soaked endgame. Also, yes, somehow “Bashley” remains a thing we all have to say out loud. Rating Out of 5 When Homelander Goes Full Cyclops Brian: 4.12/5 Darryl: 3.4/5 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

The guys are back to discuss the season 2 finale of Daredevil Born Again. Listen as the guys breakdown what the ending now sets up for Matt in season 3, where it seems like the creators are pulling from, the return of [redacted], Charlie & Vincent being on another level, dueling hallway fights, the emergence of White Tiger, Bullseye making the best entrance, what Mr. Charles/Bullseye could be teaming up for, the lack of thwips, a more lived in hero filled season 3, BB following in Ben's steps, Powell vs North, mirroring the real world, the standout comicbooks visuals this season, what's next for Heather, and more! Plus, Michael gives a non-spoiler review of Mortal Kombat 2, the latest edition to the Man of Tomorrow cast, and the Comicpalooza schedule is out!   Upcoming Events!Comicast is once again taking part in the Podcast Partnership Program at Comicpalooza. For the 7th year, Jong and Michael will be nerding out and podcasting live from the Podcast Pavillion Stage on the show floor. The guys are set to podcast live Sunday May 24th from 12:15p-1p. Their podcast title, Issue 648: Why Project Hail Mary Amazes Both Movie and Book Fans, Question? Comicpalooza takes place Friday May 22nd through Sunday May 24th at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Stay up to date on the latest happenings and news surrounding Comicpalooza by following them on social media!  @Comicpalooza on Twitter & Facebook, @Houstoncomicpalooza on Instagram & Threads, & @comicpalooza.bsky.social on Bluesky.Purchase your passes today at comicpalooza.com!Then on Saturday June 13th, join Michael at POST Houston for The Book Dragon Festival! He'll be taking part as the moderator for the author panel which will feature authors K.R. House, D.L. Jennings, J.J. Kang, and Abbey Fox discussing world building, magic systems, and more! Secure your tickets for the author panel today by heading over to Eventbrite, link below. The Book Dragon Festival Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-book-dragon-festival-author-panel-tickets-1984510987786The Book Dragon Festival is a celebration of the love of fantasy, sci fi, and paranormal books. The author panel kick's off the event at 11am, then the fantasy market opens at 12p featuring 30 authors signing and selling books, live artist drawing, themed sketches on bookmarks, Independent fantasy bookstore vendors, blind date with a book, themed candles, bookish art and merch vendors, tasty treat vendors with special menus, coffee, boba, and more!Stay up to date on the festival's latest announcements by following The Book Dragon Fantasy Shop on Instagram, @thebookdragon_htx.Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on whatever podcast app you're using; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or whatever your podcast app of choice is!  Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com 

The war for the streets has reached its breaking point! In this deep-dive review of the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale, we are breaking down every major shift in the MCU's street-level landscape. From the fall of Mayor Fisk to the return of a powerhouse Defender, there is a lot to unpack.​In this episode, we discuss:​The Fall of Kingpin: Analyzing the conclusion of the "Vigilante War" and how it mirrors the iconic Devil's Reign comic arc.​A Hero Returns: Our live reaction to Mike Colter's surprise return as Luke Cage and what his partnership with Jessica Jones means for the future of the Defenders.​Legacy at The Bulletin: The emotional passing of the torch as BB Urich takes over Ben's old office—plus all the Easter eggs hidden in those framed headlines (did you catch the 2008 Harlem reference?).​The Future of NYC: Teasing the confirmed reunion for Season 3 and what it means for Daredevil, Iron Fist, and the rest of the team.– Season 3 Predictions & Final Ratings​Follow the journey:Stay tuned for more TV reviews and deep dives into the MCU. Don't forget to check out our previous episodes covering the rest of Season 2!The war for the streets has reached its breaking point! In this deep-dive review of the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale, we are breaking down every major shift in the MCU's street-level landscape. From the fall of Mayor Fisk to the return of a powerhouse Defender, there is a lot to unpack.​In this episode, we discuss:​The Fall of Kingpin: Analyzing the conclusion of the "Vigilante War" and how it mirrors the iconic Devil's Reign comic arc.​A Hero Returns: Our live reaction to Mike Colter's surprise return as Luke Cage and what his partnership with Jessica Jones means for the future of the Defenders.​Legacy at The Bulletin: The emotional passing of the torch as BB Urich takes over Ben's old office—plus all the Easter eggs hidden in those framed headlines (did you catch the 2008 Harlem reference?).​The Future of NYC: Teasing the confirmed reunion for Season 3 and what it means for Daredevil, Iron Fist, and the rest of the crew!​Follow the journey: @Kevin27wrld Stay tuned for more TV reviews and deep dives into the MCU. Don't forget to check out our previous episodes covering the rest of Season 2!

Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk finally go head-to-head in the explosive Season 2 finale of Daredevil: Born Again — but not in the way anyone expected. Courtroom warfare. Vigilante uprisings. Hallway fights. Jessica Jones returns. White Tiger rises. Fisk fully becomes Kingpin again before the eyes of New York City… and Matt Murdock makes the ultimate sacrifice by revealing to the world: “I am Daredevil.” This wasn't just a finale. It felt like a turning point for Marvel Television itself. We break down the courtroom showdown, Fisk's brutal rampage, Matt offering grace to his greatest enemy, the future of the Defenders in the MCU, Luke Cage's return, Bullseye's next move, Heather's terrifying transformation, and why this may be the greatest MCU TV episode yet. Hell's Kitchen just lit the way.

This is our spoiler-filled breakdown of the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 finale! Join us as we dive into the season's most brutal, bone-crunching moments, unpack the biggest reveals and shocking turns, and speculate on what's next for Wilson Fisk and the Devil of Hell's Kitchen. All episodes of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 are now streaming exclusively on Disney+. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

La carrera política de Wilson Fisk y el camino de Matt Murdock como vigilante convergen en el episodio final de la segunda temporada de Daredevil: Born Again.

If you want to SEE the comic books mentioned here, just go to The Nostalgic Podblast YouTube channel. Hit the LIVE tab. Just in time for MAY THE 4TH (be with you) day, It's time for the 10th installment of "EVERY ISSUE EVER MADE" on The Nostalgic Podblast! This time every cover of the Marvel "STAR WARS" comic book title from 1977-1986 from my collection will be shown, along with some "Star Wars" history & clips along the way. The photos of my comic books were taken by me. The actual dates that each of these issues were released to the public in real street calendar time are documented here since the cover month was 3 months ahead of real time. I have taken photos of these covers from my comic book collection for your enjoyment of the artwork. I will hold up the issues too from the comic book box. Also, fun facts about each issue will be shared such as notable first appearances, key elements, value of the comic book based on recent actual sales, etc. NOTES/CUE MARKS: Last "EVERRY ISSUE EVER" installment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjflcpYEhJc&t=13062s

Andrew Young (geekhardshow.com) joins to help spoil Daredevil: Born Again S02E06 + S02E07!Spoiler Review @4:04Reading Suggestions @1:31:29Conclusion/Plugs @1:35:17Follow Andrew on InstagramText Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE

Monarch’s Tim is LARPing as the MAN This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl dive into another packed week of prestige chaos, Sith trauma, kaiju family therapy, Hell's Kitchen courtroom warfare, and The Boys reminding everyone that celebrity cameos are just meat with better agents. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Maul: 8:27 Monarch: 15:51 Daredevil: 29:40 The Boys: 44:14 Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, Episode 7 Title: Chapter 7: Call to Oblivion Air date: April 27, 2026 Director: Nathaniel Villanueva Writer: Julia Cooperman Summary: Maul brings Devon and Rylee to his hideout as the Empire closes in, but Devon refuses to follow him and tries to get Rylee away. Things go sideways fast when Imperial forces capture Rylee, forcing Devon back toward Lawson and Daki. Meanwhile, Maul's attempt to escape Janix collapses into a brutal fight with Marrok and the Eleventh Brother, leaving his followers scattered, his ship destroyed, and his already damaged leg becoming a very real problem. Maul survives because of course he does, but this is the Empire turning the screws hard. Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, Episode 8 Title: Chapter 8: The Creeping Fear Air date: April 27, 2026 Director: Saul Ruiz Writer: Jennifer Corbett Summary: With Maul separated from his crew and physically breaking down, the episode digs into his past through hallucinations of Sidious, Savage Opress, and the trauma that shaped him into the walking red flag he is today. Two-Boots finally gets his moral compass rebooted after learning what the Empire really did to Klyce, helping Rylee escape before the group walks into yet another trap. Sul sacrifices herself to stop Blake, and Maul's surviving crew regroups just in time for a message from Dryden Vos, because apparently the galaxy's criminal LinkedIn is still very active. Rating Out of 10 Help Me Darryl-Wan Kneobi, Brian Stopped Watching Darryl: 6.8/10 Brian: DNW Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Season 2, Episode 9 Title: Ends of the Earth Air date: April 24, 2026 Director: Lawrence Trilling Writer: Tanner Hansinger Summary: Outpost 18 tracks Godzilla and Titan X toward Skull Island, where Godzilla backs off and Isabel reveals the full flavor of her Apex-branded madness. Her plan is not just about Axis Mundi. It is about using Titan X, its egg, and Skull Island itself as pieces on a very expensive monster chessboard. Meanwhile, Tim, Shaw, Keiko, May, and Monarch forces follow Titan X onto the island, Shaw and Keiko get separated, Cate escapes, and Kentaro drops the emotional trap card by claiming they can save Hiroshi. In the 1958 storyline, Keiko and Bill marry, while Bill's later obsession with rifts shows how this family has been getting emotionally nuked by monster science for decades. Rating Out of 5 When Godzilla and Titan X Stop to Have a Chat Brian: 4.01/5 Darryl: 3/5 Daredevil: Born Again, Season 2, Episode 7 Title: The Hateful Darkness Air date: April 28, 2026 Director: Iain B. MacDonald Writer: Heather Bellson Summary: Karen Page finally gets her day in court, and Matt comes out of hiding to help defend her alongside Kirsten McDuffie. The trial puts the AVTF under pressure, but Fisk's machine responds the only way it knows how: violence, intimidation, and ugly backroom damage control. Jessica Jones confronts Mr. Charles and learns Luke Cage is working overseas with the CIA, while Dex interrupts an assassination attempt on Governor McCaffrey. The emotional gut punch lands with Daniel Blake, who nearly gives BB Urich up to Cashman before finding his spine at the worst possible time. He lets her escape, refuses to reveal her location, and pays for it with his life. Rating Out of 5, Matthew Murdock for the Defense is Straight Fire Brian: 4.22/5 Darryl: 3.5/5 The Boys, Season 5, Episode 5 Title: One-Shots Air date: April 29, 2026 Director: Phil Sgriccia Writer: Judalina Neira Summary: The Boys keeps pushing the virus and chasing V1 while Homelander and Soldier Boy go hunting for answers through Stan Edgar and Mister Marathon. In Los Angeles, Mister Marathon and Malchemical try to pull Soldier Boy away from Homelander, but Soldier Boy chooses Team Daddy Issues and kills Malchemical instead. Marathon's escape turns into a blood-soaked celebrity disaster before Homelander finishes him off. Back at Vought, Sage warns Ashley that Homelander can't get V1, Noir spirals through theater-kid identity crisis hell, The Deep does Deep things, and Firecracker finally starts doubting Homelander, which goes about as well as expected. He kills her. Because apparently loyalty programs at Vought end with murder. Rating Out of 5 If Only Moose Could Do Such a Thing Brian: 1/5 Darryl: 1/5 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

A solo una semana del final, empezamos a despedirnos de la segunda temporada de Daredevil: Born Again con un penúltimo episodio en el que Matt y Karen llevan la batalla contra Fisk al terreno legal.

The Devil of Hell's Kitchen is back, and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is here! Join us EVERY TUESDAY LIVE at 10 pm ET for our Daredevil: Born Again After Show releasing immediately after each episode. Come hang out as we share our reactions and review, and theorize about the rest of the series. This week, we break down Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 7! (00:00:00) Intro(00:04:00) Whatcha Watchin? - Michael, The Boys, Anime Corner(00:10:00) Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Spoiler-Free Reactions(00:17:00) Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 7 Ending Explained(00:26:00) Daredevil: Born Again S2 Ep 7 Breakdown(00:28:00) A Tough Episode for Karen Page(00:35:00) Jessica Jones and Luke Cage(00:49:00) Bullseye Redemption Arc?(00:55:00) The Trial of Karen Page(01:11:00) Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Finale Theories Check out our interview with Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2: https://youtu.be/5eICufKEUVI Check out our interview with showrunner Dario Scardapane and executive producer Sana Amanat for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2: https://youtu.be/fS8LNrrPGLc Check out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews! 

Join Winston and Kris on The Kristian Harloff Show for a massive breakdown of today's biggest DC and Marvel news! We kick things off with a huge update on the DCU timeline as Clayface's official placement has been revealed, marking a fascinating first for the franchise. What does this mean for the future of Batman's rogues gallery? Over in the Marvel world, we dive into the brand-new Spider-Noir teaser! We're breaking down those first looks at Silvermane, Sandman, Tombstone, and Megawatt in action. Plus, we discuss the surprising reveal regarding Tony Stark's fate in Avengers: Endgame—find out why Jon Favreau originally pushed back against that emotional Iron Man ending. Finally, we're talking Daredevil: Born Again! Krysten Ritter is opening up about her MCU return, and we finally have some answers on Luke Cage's whereabouts. If you love DCU theories, Spider-Verse updates, and deep dives into the MCU, this is the episode for you! Hosted by Kristian Harloff with his signature humor and honest takes. What do you think about Clayface's role in the DCU or that wild Spider-Noir footage? Drop your thoughts in the comments! Timestamps coming soon! Sources & Full Coverage: Clayface's DCU Timeline Revealed: https://comicbookmovie.com/batman/clayface/clayfaces-place-in-the-dcu-timeline-revealed-and-it-marks-an-intriguing-first-for-the-franchise-a227505 Spider-Noir Teaser Breakdown: https://comicbookmovie.com/spider_man/spider_noir/spider-noir-teaser-reveals-silvermane-sandman-tombstone-and-megawatt-in-action-a227512 Jon Favreau on Iron Man's Endgame Death: https://comicbookmovie.com/avengers/avengers-endgame/iron-man-director-jon-favreau-pushed-back-against-tony-starks-death-in-avengers-endgame-a227510 Daredevil: Born Again & Jessica Jones Updates: https://comicbookmovie.com/tv/marvel/daredevil/daredevil-born-again-star-krysten-ritter-talks-mcu-return-as-luke-cages-whereabouts-finally-revealed-a227485 #KristianHarloffShow #DCU #SpiderNoir #Marvel #IronMan #DaredevilBornAgain #Batman #MCU SPONSORS:  RUGIET: Head to https://www.Rugiet.com/KRISTIAN and get 15% off your ED treatment. HIMS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://www.hims.com/KRISTIAN to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. Weight Loss by Hims is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A.S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit  https://www.hims.com  

Time to get back to Daredevil Born Again! Jong and Michael discuss season 2 episode 6 of series titled "Requiem" which saw the return of everyone's favorite private investigator, Jessica Jones! Find out what the guys thought of her return, the direction they're taking with her powers, what she's been up to, what the conversation with Matt implies about Luke Cage (or is it about Luke Cage?), the clashing of ideologies between Karen and Matt, whether Karen would have gone through [redacted], Buck and Heather's umm interesting scene, Daniel's care for BB, Mr. Charles underestimating Wilson Fisk, Officer Powell being horrible person, and more!Upcoming Events!Comicast is once again taking part in the Podcast Partnership Program at Comicpalooza. For the 7th year, Jong and Michael will be nerding out and podcasting live from either the show floor or podcast panel room. The Comicast podcast panel time is still TBD but the guys will keep you updated on the latest announcements and news in the lead up to this year's event. Comicpalooza takes place Friday May 22nd through Sunday May 24th at the George R. Brown Convention Center. You can also stay up to date on the latest happenings surrounding Comicpalooza by following them on social media!  @Comicpalooza on Twitter & Facebook, @Houstoncomicpalooza on Instagram & Threads, & @comicpalooza.bsky.social on Bluesky.Find out more info or purchase your passes today at comicpalooza.com!Then on Saturday June 13th, join Michael at POST Houston for The Book Dragon Festival! He'll be taking part as the moderator for the author panel which will feature authors K.R. House, D.L. Jennings, J.J. Kang, and Abbey Fox discussing world building, magic systems, and more! Secure your tickets for the author panel today by heading over to Eventbrite, link below. The Book Dragon Festival Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-book-dragon-festival-author-panel-tickets-1984510987786The Book Dragon Festival is a celebration of the love of fantasy, sci fi, and paranormal books. The author panel kick's off the event at 11am, then the fantasy market opens at 12p featuring 30 authors signing and selling books, live artist drawing, themed sketches on bookmarks, Independent fantasy bookstore vendors, blind date with a book, themed candles, bookish art and merch vendors, tasty treat vendors with special menus, coffee, boba, and more!Stay up to date on the festival's latest announcements by following The Book Dragon Fantasy Shop on Instagram, @thebookdragon_htx.Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on whatever podcast app you're using; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or whatever your podcast app of choice is!  Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com 

The Devil of Hell's Kitchen is back, and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is here! Join us EVERY TUESDAY LIVE at 10pm ET for our Daredevil: Born Again After Show releasing immediately after each episode. Come hang out as we share our reactions and review, and theorize about the rest of the series. This week, we break down Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 6 with Matty from Nerd Initiative and the HopsGeekNews Podcast! (00:00:00) Intro(00:04:00) Whatcha Watchin?(00:15:00) Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Spoiler-Free Reactions(00:24:00) Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 6 Breakdown(00:30:00) Jessica Jones is BACK!(00:40:00) Where is Luke Cage in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2?(00:48:00) Will Heather Glenn Become Muse?(00:51:00) Deborah Ann Woll Masterclass(00:58:00) BB and Daniel's Relationship(01:08:00) Daredevil: Born Again Theories Check out our interview with Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2: https://youtu.be/5eICufKEUVI Check out our interview with showrunner Dario Scardapane and executive producer Sana Amanat for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2: https://youtu.be/fS8LNrrPGLc Check out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews! 

The stakes just hit the ceiling in Hell's Kitchen. In this episode, we're breaking down everything from "The Grand Design"—and trust us, it's a lot to process.​On the docket for today:​The Fall of the Queen: We discuss the shocking death of Vanessa Fisk and what it means for Wilson's mental state. Is the "Mayor" about to become the Monster again?​Avocados Flashbacks: Foggy Nelson returns (kind of). We dive into those emotional Matt/Foggy scenes and whether the "flashback hair" was more distracting than the drama.​Unlikely Allies: Matt and Dex (Bullseye) are trapped in a church together. We analyze the tension, the "twisted honor" of Bullseye, and that brutal Netflix-style action.​Shadowland Predictions: With Fisk on the warpath, who's coming to help? We speculate on those Luke Cage and Jessica Jones rumors.

The Boys are back in town. For their fifth and final season, we talk the first two episodes. Plus we review The Drama, the somewhat controversial A24 film starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. And of course there's the news of the week including a shift in direction for Avatar 5 & 6, the surprising ratings for the Disney Plus She-Hulk series, the return of Luke Cage and Iron Fist for Daredevil: Born Again Season 3, an announcement for Extraction 3 and the first trailer for the MCU Special Presentation, The Punisher: One Last Kill. Thanks for listeningNew bonus booque clubbe episode for The Dark Knight Returns out now! Including fully edited video version PLUS entire backcatalogue including ad-free feeds and early access on https://bigsandwich.co/Is James allowed to have parallel thoughts? Vote here: https://forms.gle/jMZh6e55nkdEszPx6PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads.00:00 The Start05:05 Avatar Films in Trouble13:38 Metal Gear Solid Movie18:54 Best MCU Disney Show Reveal24:03 Returning Characters in Daredevil S325:58 Extraction 3 Announced28:13 The Punisher: One Last Kill Trailer31:43 The Boys Final Season (so far) Spoiler Review45:26 The Drama Movie Review51:05 The Drama Spoiler Segment01:02:09 What We Reading, What We Gonna Read Cont.01:06:00 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.

Pull up a chair—it's time for another late-night deep dive. Today, we're breaking down the massive news shaking up the street-level MCU and revisiting a legal comedy that's still sparking heated debates.​In This Episode:​The Defenders Reassemble: New set photos from Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 have basically broken the internet. We discuss the confirmed return of Mike Colter as Luke Cage and Finn Jones as Iron Fist. Are we finally getting the Heroes for Hire series we've been waiting for since the Netflix days? ​The Man Without Fear Goes Solo: With Matt Murdock officially back in the spotlight, rumors are swirling about a standalone Daredevil solo film. We look at where Matt fits in the post-Doomsday landscape and if his "Avengers loophole" means he's better off staying on the streets.​The She-Hulk Stats: Brad Winderbaum recently dropped a bombshell: She-Hulk: Attorney at Law was actually one of Marvel's best-performing shows with general audiences. We break down the "fan vs. audience" disconnect and ask: If it was such a hit, where is Season 2? ​Weekly Rundown: Plus, our thoughts on the latest MCU news, comic lore connections, and what the return of the Defenders means for the future of Kingpin's New York.​Don't forget to subscribe and catch us every week for the latest in Marvel and beyond!

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In this quick Geek Freaks Headlines segment, Frank reacts to the leaked Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 set photos that appear to show the return of Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist. He breaks down why the images matter, how long it has been since the Defenders last teamed up, and what this could mean for the future of Marvel's street-level corner. From Charlie Cox teasing a new chapter to speculation about Kingpin's shifting status and a possible Hand comeback, this episode is all about what these leaks could be setting up next.Timestamps and Topics00:00 Spoiler warning and leaked set photo breakdown00:17 Why the Defenders reunion feels intentional, not hidden00:29 What Season 3 could look like in a post-Kingpin MCU00:44 Theory corner: Is the Hand returning?00:56 Final thoughts and sendoffKey TakeawaysLeaked set photos appear to show Krysten Ritter, Mike Colter, and Finn Jones returning to the Marvel street-level worldJessica Jones already being confirmed for Season 2 makes the larger Defenders speculation feel more believableThe last time the full Defenders were together was in 2017, which gives this possible reunion a lot of weightCharlie Cox teasing Season 3 as a new chapter suggests the show may be moving beyond the current Kingpin-focused arcIron Fist getting another shot in the MCU could be a real chance to improve how the character landed with fans the first timeA larger threat may be forming, and Frank's prediction is that the Hand could be part of that setupMemorable Quotes“Basically, the Defenders are returning.”“Clearly they're not hiding this too out, so I think they're just not going to try.”“Season three is going to feel like a new chapter.”“It sounds like Daredevil and the Defenders are facing a new threat.”“Are you happy to see Iron Fist get a second chance?”Call to ActionEnjoyed the episode? Subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines, leave us a review, and share the episode with your Marvel crew using #GeekFreaksPodcast.Links and ResourcesGeekFreaksPodcast.comOur news source for all stories discussed on the podcast.Follow UsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcastListener QuestionsWhat do you think these Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 leaks are setting up? Are you excited to see the Defenders return, and do you think Iron Fist deserves another shot? Send us your thoughts and let us know what topics you want covered in a future episode.Daredevil Born Again, Daredevil Born Again season 3, Defenders return, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, Charlie Cox, Marvel news, MCU, Kingpin, The Hand, Marvel Disney Plus, Geek Freaks Headlines

▶︎ Watch This week on Superhero Slate the OG Defenders return, Supergirl goes full John Wick, we visit Castle Greyskull in Eternia, and more!  News Masters of the Universe (7:20) Official full trailer for upcoming film released Battle Cat as the MGM Lion June 5, 2026 Spaceballs 2 (10:20) Releasing April 23, 2027 in theaters […]

To prevent heroes from interfering in his plans, Mayor Wilson Fisk bans all vigilantism in New York. The new law finds both Danny Rand and Luke Cage opposing The Powers Act with a different approach. Issues Reviewed:Devil's Reign Issues 1 -6Devil's Reign: Omega

For TWO HOURS of bonus content — including our coverage of the next chapter of the Korvac Saga in Avengers #168, plus a special crossover Mighty MBTM Checklist featuring The Comics Canon's Robb Milne and Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Comics' Jamie Wenger — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of almost 200 extended and exclusive episodes. $10 a month lets you help pick the comics we cover in depth and gets you a shout-out at the end of the episode!   Stories Covered in this Episode: "Seagate Is a Lonely Place to Die!" - Power Man #49, written by Chris Claremont, art by John Byrne with Dan Green, letters by Annette Kawecki, colors by Francoise Mouly and Ken Klaczak, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics "Home Are the Heroes!" - X-Men #109, written by Chris Claremont, art by John Byrne with Terry Austin, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Andy Yanchus, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics   "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne. Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/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.)

A Note from James:This is why I love doing podcasts—talking to people like Dr. Sheena Howard, author of Why Wakanda Matters. Wakanda is the country where Black Panther is from, and Sheena has written extensively about comics, including work on Black Panther itself.We talk about comics, race, and storytelling. I asked a question I was almost afraid to ask—whether the Black Panther movie was racist against other Black people—and she gave a surprising answer. We also talk about a time she was abducted in Jamaica, along with a lot of other topics.I loved this conversation. Please listen. Episode Description:James sits down with Dr. Sheena Howard—scholar, comic book writer, and Eisner Award winner—for a conversation that moves between pop culture, publishing, and personal survival.They use Black Panther as a lens to examine how stories shape identity, how representation evolves, and why cultural narratives are often filtered through systems that weren't built to support them. Sheena breaks down the tension between nationalism and isolationism in Wakanda, and why audiences interpret the same story in radically different ways.The conversation also goes deeper—into how gatekeeping works in publishing today, how creators can bypass it, and why building your own audience may be the most reliable path forward.And then there's the story she didn't tell for years: being abducted at 19. What happened, why she stayed silent, and what it reveals about psychology, fear, and resilience.This episode is about storytelling—but also about control: who has it, who doesn't, and how to take it back.What You'll Learn:Why “Black superheroes don't sell” is a myth—and how the industry perpetuates it anywayThe real gatekeeping mechanism in publishing today (and why audience ownership matters more than ever)How subtle bias shows up now—not in obvious barriers, but in shifting goalpostsWhat makes a story resonate across audiences (and why Black Panther worked at scale)The psychology of abusive situations—and how awareness and boundaries are built over timeTimestamped Chapters:[03:04] A Note from James[03:53] Favorite Superheroes: From Captain America to Black Panther[04:27] Why Black Panther Connected Culturally[04:43] The $1.2B Question: Why So Late for Black Superheroes?[05:17] Luke Cage, Netflix, and the “Myth” That Black Stories Don't Sell[05:39] Tyler Perry and the “Outlier” Problem[06:23] Pressure on Black-Led Films to Be Perfect[07:00] What Wakanda Represents (Uncolonized Possibility)[07:53] Killmonger: Anger, Oppression, and Relatability[08:23] MLK vs. Malcolm X Parallel in Black Panther[09:00] Identity Formation: African vs. African American Perspectives[09:47] Are Black Superheroes Designed to “Feel Safe”?[10:28] Gentrification, Stereotypes, and Media Influence[11:50] Media Isn't “Just Entertainment”[12:00] Early Representation and Cultural Messaging[12:28] Who Created Black Panther—and Why That Matters[13:07] Rewriting History: What Would She Change?[13:49] Designing a Modern Black Superhero[14:47] Why a Modern Hero Might Be “Invisible”[15:44] Publishing Barriers and Gatekeeping Conversations[16:36] Social Media vs. Traditional Publishing Access[17:26] Building 163K Followers—and Still Not Enough[21:47] The Instagram Post: “I Was Abducted at 19”[22:11] How It Started: Cheap Tour, No Money, Bad Decision[23:05] The Trap: Locked House and Escalation[25:00] Refusal and Survival Strategy[26:02] Car Crash and Escape Attempt[27:00] Walking Away and Getting Home[28:30] Why She Stayed Silent for Years[29:20] Abusive Relationships and Self-Blame[30:26] Leaving Abuse: The Role of Her Son[31:06] Love Bombing and Early Warning Signs[33:02] Recognizing Red Flags in Relationships[35:45] Teaching Kids Boundaries and Self-Worth[37:21] “Is Wakanda Racist?”—The Big Question[38:00] Nationalism vs. Racism Explained[39:00] Isolationism vs. Imperialism[41:00] Why Some Black Superheroes Don't Break Out[43:00] The Loss (and Survival) of Great Storytelling[46:14] How She Got Hired by Marvel (Cold Email + PI)[48:29] Why Pitching Ideas to Marvel Often Fails[50:00] Cold Outreach: Being Seen Before Heard[52:00] Do You Need Social Media to Sell Books? (Yes.)[55:01] Building an Audience vs. Waiting to Be Discovered[56:00] Email Lists: The Real Asset for Writers[59:00] Should You Niche Down or Stay Broad?[01:09:36] Do Podcasts Actually Sell Books?[01:12:00] Why Publishers Don't Care About You (At First)[01:14:18] Choose One: Money, Readers, or Prestige[01:15:10] Quantity vs. Quality Writing Models[01:23:56] Success Beyond the New York Times List[01:24:25] Owning Your IP vs. Writing for Marvel[01:26:18] “Survive the Gap” Concept and Film Project[01:27:00] Turning Ideas Into Franchises[01:28:44] Why Ownership Beats Gatekeeping[01:30:34] What's Next: Hip Hop and ComicsAdditional ResourcesHome | Dr. Sheena C. Howard | Creative EntrepreneurWhy Wakanda Matters by Dr. Sheena HowardBlack Comics: Politics of Race and Representation by Dr. Sheena HowardNina's Whisper by Dr. Sheena HowardMarvel's Black Panther (film)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Colter (Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Evil) joins us for a deeply reflective and grounded conversation about confidence, discipline, and what it really takes to sustain a career in Hollywood without losing yourself. Mike opens up about early support versus later self doubt, nearly being pushed out of grad school, and how proving people wrong became fuel rather than resentment. He talks about why Luke Cage changed his life but never defined him, why he values trust over prestige, and how self worth comes from being comfortable alone. Thank you to our sponsors:

The Kristian Harloff Show – Movie & TV News Breakdown On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we dive into the biggest trending stories across DC and Marvel as new rumors, updates, and confirmations shake up the future of blockbuster franchises. First, a new DC rumor claims James Gunn may want to fast-track The Batman 3, potentially allowing him to move on to The Brave and the Bold and fully establish the DCU's version of Batman. What does this mean for Matt Reeves' universe and the long-term DC Studios plan? We also break down the latest reports surrounding Avengers: Secret Wars, including whether Marvel Studios is considering splitting the event film into two massive movies—and how that could impact Phase 6 and the MCU's future. Plus, new story details for Spider-Man: Brand New Day tease a "web of mystery" and lingering repercussions from Peter Parker's past. What could this mean for Spider-Man's next chapter in the MCU? Finally, Mike Colter confirms talks with Marvel about returning as Luke Cage, sparking fresh speculation about how—and when—the character could officially debut in the MCU. Join Kristian Harloff for analysis, speculation, and sharp takes on the stories shaping the future of superhero movies and TV. SPONSORS: LEESA: Go to https://www.Leesa.com for 30% off mattresses!   PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code KRISTIAN, exclusive for my listeners SQUARE: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://www.square.com/go/kristian!  #squarepod CASH APP:  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. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.