Podcast appearances and mentions of Phoenix Force

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! This week… the war ends. Join the Book Club Bois as they dive into the conclusion of AVENGERS VS X-MEN! Three have fallen… and two remain. Scott Summers and Emma Frost each hold half of the Phoenix Force, and they are beginning to lose control. The Avengers gather every remaining hero they can for a final push against the wielders of the Phoenix, and Hope Summers steps into her destiny! But who will remain when the dust settles, and what consequences await those that do? Covers Avengers vs X-Men (2012) #10-12 & AvX Consequences #1-5 by Brian Michael Bendis, Jason Aaron, Jonathan Hickman, Matt Fraction, Ed Brubaker, Kieron Gillen, Olivier Coipel, Adam Kubert, Tom Raney, Steve Kurth, Scot Eaton, Mark Brooks and Gabriel Walta Send us your questions for the Book Club Mailbag! Email: geeksplained@gmail.com Follow us! Twitter: twitter.com/geeksplainedpod?lang=en Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Music Sampled: "Alive" by Warbly Jets “Fight as One” by Bad City

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Round Three of AVENGERS VS X-MEN MONTH features a return to the main event book, as the Book Club Bois discuss the reign of the PHOENIX FIVE! The Phoenix Force has been split into five hosts: Scott Summers, Emma Frost, Namor, Piotr and Illyana Rasputin – now known as the Phoenix Five. With this newfound power, they have set about to reshape the world to create Utopia with a simple message: No More. No more war, no more poverty, no more suffering, and most importantly… No More Avengers. Covers Avengers vs X-Men (2012) #6-9 by Brian Michael Bendis, Jason Aaron, Jonathan Hickman, Matt Fraction, Ed Brubaker, Olivier Coipel and Adam Kubert Send us your questions for the Book Club Mailbag! Email: geeksplained@gmail.com Follow us! Twitter: twitter.com/geeksplainedpod?lang=en Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Music Sampled: "Alive" by Warbly Jets “Fight as One” by Bad City

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Amidst a week of turmoil, the Book Club Bois come together to laugh, to commiserate, and to seek solace in each other as they discuss the latest chapter of Brian Michael Bendis' NEW AVENGERS SAGA! The Phoenix Force is on its way to Earth. A strike force has been assembled by Captain America to head into space and be the last line of defense against this cosmic threat. But will they be enough when even the stars themselves are dying? And back on Earth, the Red Hulk makes a choice that will have dire consequences in the war between the Avengers and the X-Men! Covers Avengers (2010) #25-30 by Brian Michael Bendis and Walt Simonson Send us your questions for the Book Club Mailbag! Email: geeksplained@gmail.com Follow us! Twitter: twitter.com/geeksplainedpod?lang=en Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Music Sampled: "Alive" by Warbly Jets “Fight as One” by Bad City

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! WE'RE GOING TO WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAR… AGAIN! Join the Book Club Bois as they enter the final round of Brian Michael Bendis' NEW AVENGERS SAGA! The Phoenix Force. A destructive and godlike entity that hails death and rebirth. One of the most powerful forces in the Marvel Universe… is back. And with the Avengers and the X-Men disagreeing on what to do with potential new host Hope Summers, the superhero community will ONCE AGAIN fracture as its two most prominent communities come to blows! But what will happen when the Phoenix finally arrives? Covers Avengers vs X-Men (2012) #0-5 by Brian Michael Bendis, Jason Aaron, Jonathan Hickman, Matt Fraction, Ed Brubaker, John Romita Jr. and Frank Cho Send us your questions for the Book Club Mailbag! Email: geeksplained@gmail.com Follow us! Twitter: twitter.com/geeksplainedpod?lang=en Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Music Sampled: "Alive" by Warbly Jets “Fight as One” by Bad City

Hold on to your necks! Tim and Kevin continue the Summer of X-Men with 2019's Dark Phoenix. They talk Phoenix Force inconsistencies, cool Cyclops moments, and the deadliest villain in the entire X-Men franchise: logs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerdyfor30/message

This week Kevin and Shawn talk X-Men: Dark Phoenix. Simon Kinberg gets a second shot at telling this story, but wait til you hear about how the Fox execs messed it up. We talk Jean's mental issues, or Phoenix Force influencing her? We're coming up to the end of our Fox Movies series and you won't want to miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shawn-porrett7/message

The Phoenix Force and Other Drama This week on the Podcast, Brian and Darryl are back after an unexpected hiatus due to Brian’s Achilles Tendon surgery, and they are reviewing the second half of X-Men ’97 season 1! Episode Index Intro: 0:07 X-Men ’97: 4:02 X-Men ’97 (Disney+) Out 10 Are Charles and Magnus an Items Darryl: 9/10 Brian: 8.5/10 Season Summary X-Men ’97 begins with Cyclops uncovering a new anti-mutant technology, leading to a reunion with an old foe and the addition of a new team member. Magneto, now leading the X-Men due to Charles Xavier’s last will, faces trial for his past crimes, while anti-mutant rioters test his resolve. As the team confronts a visitor with a dangerous secret, Jubilee is transported into a 16-bit video game, reliving the X-Men’s greatest adventures. The season continues with Genosha preparing to join the UN, leading to political intrigue and media scrutiny for the X-Men. Storm faces her worst fears in a two-part storyline involving her relationship with Forge. Cyclops targets Bolivar Trask but discovers a deeper manipulation at play. The season culminates in a three-part epic where the X-Men must unite against a formidable new threat, challenging their unity and the dream of peaceful mutant-human coexistence Episode 6: “Lifedeath (Part 2)” Directed by: Chase Conley Written by: Beau DeMayo Release Date: April 17, 2024 Summary: During a war between the Shi’ar and Kree empires, Shi’ar empress Lilandra Neramani announces her engagement to a now-healed Xavier. Refusing to accept her sister marrying a Terran, Deathbird invokes the Rite of M’Dashaa and challenges Xavier to purge all his memories of Earth to prove his loyalty to the Shi’ar. Xavier’s refusal to renounce his memories of the X-Men results in a battle between the Shi’ar Imperial Guard and Deathbird’s supporters until Xavier pulls everyone into the astral plane to educate them on co-existence. When this lesson is interrupted by a psychic vision of Gambit’s death, Xavier returns to Earth. At the ranch, Forge uses his mother’s spell book to expel the demon and then Storm helps him search for a rare cactus that cures the poison. Storm finds the cactus in a cave but is again cornered by the Adversary. Overcoming her fears, Storm regains her powers and defeats the Adversary. Storm heals Forge, and then they learn about the attack on Genosha. Elsewhere, Trask is confronted by Mister Sinister who warns that Genosha was just the beginning. Episode 7: “Bright Eyes” Directed by: Emi Yonemura Written by: Beau DeMayo Release Date: April 24, 2024 Summary: As the X-Men hold a funeral for Gambit, Rogue angrily searches for Gyrich and Trask. After gaining information from General Thunderbolt Ross and Captain America, Rogue finds Gyrich in Mexico and absorbs his memories. Gyrich is murdered later that night. While assisting in the recovery efforts at Genosha, the X-Men are contacted by a terrified Trask who tells them that he is in Madripoor. They get Rogue on the way. Roberto and Jubilee visit Roberto’s mother and tell her that he is a mutant; she asks him to keep his identity a secret. In Madripoor, the X-Men learn that Sinister and the UN’s secret “OZT” division have been developing a highly advanced Sentinel program. Rogue drops Trask to his death, unknowingly activating programming that turns him into a human–Sentinel hybrid. Cable arrives, defeats Trask with an EMP, and explains that Sinister is working with a greater threat that they must stop. This threat, who murdered Gyrich, is Bastion. He reveals to Sinister that Xavier is alive in space and that Magneto, presumed dead in the Genosha attack, is also alive and is Bastion’s prisoner. Episode 8: “Tolerance is Extinction (Part 1)” Directed by: Jake Castorena Written by: Beau DeMayo Release Date: May 1, 2024 Summary: Part 1 : The UN reveals to the world that Xavier is alive, inciting an anti-mutant protest outside the school. Cable explains to the X-Men that the Genosha massacre is an “absolute point” in time that cannot be changed, and Bastion will use it to start a 300-year war that will lead to the enslavement of mutants in a human utopia. Cyclops, Jean, and Cable travel to Harmony, Pennsylvania, where they learn that Bastion is a human–machine hybrid who was conceived after his father was infected with part of the advanced, time-traveling Sentinel Nimrod. Members of “Operation: Zero Tolerance” (OZT) express concern over the massacre and ask Dr. Cooper to monitor Bastion, who explains to her how he is turning humans into Prime Sentinels like Trask using Sinister’s techno-organic virus. Prime Sentinels activate around the globe, attack mutants, and burn down Xavier’s school. A horrified Cooper releases Magneto, who creates a world-wide blackout that kills thousands of people and shuts down all of the Prime Sentinels. Wolverine fears that Magneto has declared war as Xavier returns and summons the X-Men. Episode 9: “Tolerance is Extinction (Part 2)” Directed by: Chase Conley Written by: Beau DeMayo Release Date: May 8, 2024 Summary: Part 2 : Xavier is met with some distrust, but the X-Men focus on stopping Bastion and convincing Magneto to reverse his blackout. Magneto re-establishes his mutant haven on Asteroid M, choosing to leave the Earth without power and rejecting Xavier’s dream of mutant/human co-existence. He invites the X-Men to join him, which Rogue and Roberto do. The rest of the X-Men return to their former base on Muir Island to regroup, before splitting into two teams: Cyclops’s Blue Team goes to Asteroid M to confront Magneto while Storm and Jean’s Gold Team heads to Bastion’s hideout in the Galápagos Islands. Beast and Forge create a collar that can block Bastion’s technopathy and sever his control over the Sentinels. The Gold Team battles an army of Bastion-controlled Sentinels and Sinister, who takes control of Cable’s mind and uses him to overpower Jean; she sends a desperate psychic message to Cyclops. On Asteroid M, Xavier attempts to take control of Magneto’s mind but is blocked. Wolverine stabs and seriously injures Magneto who begins ripping the adamantium metal from Wolverine’s skeleton. Episode 10: “Tolerance is Extinction (Part 3)” Directed by: Emi Yonemura Written by: Beau DeMayo Release Date: May 15, 2024 Summary: Part 3 : With Wolverine critically injured, Xavier takes control of Magneto and restores power to Earth, fracturing Magneto’s mind. Jean—connecting to the cosmic power of the Phoenix—places the collar on Bastion, restoring the Prime Sentinels’ humanity, and reverses Sinister’s mutant augmentations which frees Cable. The X-Men fight to prevent Bastion from crashing Asteroid M into Earth and causing a new extinction event. Still, it plummets after the U.S. government launches missiles at the asteroid hoping to destroy it. With Xavier’s help, Magneto regains consciousness and sends the asteroid into space. It explodes and most of the X-Men are presumed dead. Six months later, Bishop arrives and tells Forge that the X-Men are trapped in time: Cyclops and Jean are in 3960 A.D., a desolate future where they encounter Mother Askani and a young Nathan; and Rogue, Nightcrawler, Beast, Xavier, and Magneto are in Ancient Egypt in 3000 B.C. where they meet En Sabah Nur, a young version of Apocalypse. In a mid-credits scene, Apocalypse finds one of Gambit’s playing cards in present-day Genosha. X-Men '97 is executive produced by Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D'Esposito, Victoria Alonso, and Beau DeMayo. The series features music by the Newton Brothers. Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. 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. 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In this episode of Challenge Accepted, Frank and Thomas dive into the highly anticipated finale of X-Men 97. They share their immediate reactions, discuss key character arcs and plot twists, and analyze the emotional moments that made the episode memorable. The hosts also highlight various cameos, speculate on future storylines, and provide their final thoughts and ratings for the season. Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of the X-Men 97 finale and join the conversation on what made this series a standout. Episode Highlights 00:00 - Introduction Introduction by Frank and Thomas. Excitement about discussing the finale of X-Men 97. 00:12 - Immediate Reactions Thomas gives the episode a 10/10, comparing it to a flawless Olympic performance. Frank highlights minor nitpicks like Jubilee breathing in space. 00:52 - Character Arcs and Plot Twists Discussion on Cyclops' surprising decision to embrace Professor X's strategy. Thomas shares his love for the subversion of expectations in the storyline. 02:00 - Episode Breakdown Recap of key scenes and character cameos, including Iron Man, Captain America, Daredevil, and Doctor Strange. Sinister's fate and rapid aging. Cyclops' memorable moment with Wolverine. 04:24 - Phoenix Force and Battle Highlights Debate on whether the Phoenix Force was a cheat. Discussion on the climactic battle scenes at the beach and on Asteroid M. Nightcrawler and Jubilee's team-up praised for its creativity. 06:30 - Emotional Moments Frank and Thomas discuss the touching diner scene between Cyclops, Jean, and Nathan. Morph's heartfelt moment with Wolverine. 08:00 - Magneto and Professor X Relationship Analysis of the deep bond and philosophical differences between Magneto and Professor X. The emotional rescue scene and the bar conversation flashback. 10:16 - Cameos and Easter Eggs Breakdown of various cameos, including Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, and Psylocke. Discussion on the significance of the mid-credits scene with Apocalypse. 12:00 - Season Predictions and Future Storylines Speculation on possible storylines for Season 2, including potential appearances by Rachel Summers and Nathan Summers. Hopes for extended story arcs like Age of Apocalypse and Onslaught. 13:45 - Final Thoughts and Ratings Frank rates the season 9/10 for its storytelling and character development. Thomas gives it a perfect 10/10 for its emotional impact and nostalgic value. 15:00 - Community Engagement Shout-out to the vibrant community discussions on social media. Encouragement for listeners to share their thoughts and favorite moments from the series. 15:30 - Closing Remarks Announcement of upcoming episodes on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and new shows in June. Call to action for listeners to follow on social media and leave reviews. Key Quotes "The puns are serious today guys. We have the finale to X-Men 97 today. Immediate reactions on this. What do you think?" - Frank "Flawless. This is a ten out of ten for me." - Thomas "Cyclops' decision to embrace Professor X's strategy subverted all our expectations." - Frank "Seeing Rogue bust out Gambit lines was beautifully done." - Thomas Social Media and Contact Follow Us: Twitter Instagram Facebook Threads Email: contact@challengeacceptedpodcast.com Support Us: Patreon Leave a Review Join the Discussion: Use #ChallengeAcceptedPodcast on social media to share your thoughts on this episode! SEO Tags X-Men 97, X-Men 97 Finale, X-Men 97 Review, X-Men Animated Series, Marvel Comics, Cyclops, Phoenix Force, Magneto, Professor X, Marvel Easter Eggs, Marvel Cameos, Challenge Accepted Podcast, TV Show Review Podcast, Superhero TV Shows, 90s Cartoons, Comic Book Adaptations

Explicit Content: Authorized Eyes Only Agent Codenames: Old Dude; Diabolu FrankAssignment: Father & Son Spy-Fi PodcastMission: Discuss the serialized Mack Bolan men's action/adventure novel series, created and originally authored by Don Pendleton, beginning with 1969's The Executioner #1: War Against the Mafia. Continue with an overview of the 631+ book collection, including the spin-offs Able Team, Phoenix Force, Stony Man, and Super Bolan. Include the typical autobiographical diversions, without warnings related to animal cruelty or racist attacks. See Also: ⊕#BAsciSpy⊕ WordPress rolledspinepodcasts@gmail.com @rolledspine Facebook B.O.N.D.I.N.G. Agents Podcast, Spy-Fi, James Bond, Mack Bolan, The Executioner, Don Pendleton, The Destroyer, Remo Williams, Ian Fleming

Your heroes join forces to give their first impressions of Avengers vs. X-Men!  "Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Children of the Atom go to war in the ultimate super-hero showdown! The world-destroying Phoenix Force is back -- and while the Avengers are intent on stopping it, Cyclops and his X-Men have other ideas."Avengers vs. X-Men is written by Brian Michael Bendis, Jonathan Hickman, Jason Aaron, Matt Fraction, and Ed Brubaker; and pencilled by John Romita Jr., Olivier Coipel, and Adam Kubert; colored by Laura Martin; and published by Marvel Comics.Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast.ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook. 

This week Roy and Glazer are joined by GWFlashX (@GWFlashX) and Cables_dumbs (@Cables_dumbs) for a wide ranging nearly the last year of Marvel Snap cards. This week's crew analyses the best card of each month from the Phoenix Force season to present! What cards have stood the test of time to still affect the meta? … Continue reading All-New Snap Judgments, Episode 39: The Best New Card of Every Season [ft. GWFlashX & Cables_dumbs] →

Another year, another Marvel Disney Plus TV series!  But this time, it's Marvel Spotlight!  Let's talk about naked tree people, not enough Daredevil, Maya kicking butt and taking names, and a little Biscuits.  It's Echo time!New Episodes Every Week, mostly!Support us on Patreon! Get exclusive content! https://www.patreon.com/legionofcc SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://bit.ly/LegionOCCBrett Garwood - Man Behind The Curtain: https://redbagmedia.com/Our totally rad intro music comes from: Alex at Chop.it.up.productionsListen to our Podcast - Legion of Comic Correction - on all major podcasting platforms!Legion Website: legionofcc.comLCC Twitter: twitter.com/legionofccLCC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegionofCC LCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legionofcc/Support the show

One-time host of the Phoenix Force, Maya Lopez aka Echo is a Deaf Cheyenne-Latina warrior with photographic reflex abilities.Hosts Ellie and Preeti explore how she grew from a Kingpin pawn to a champion of her family and communities. They talk to Marvel Studios' Echo director Sydney Freeland about the upcoming series on Disney+, as well as comics writers Rebecca Roanhorse and Melissa Flores about building Echo's stories.Check out MarvelUnlimited's Women of Marvel Reading List for Echo!:https://www.marvel.com/articles/podcasts/listen-women-of-marvel-echo-podcast-episode-highlightFull Episode Transcript Available: https://www.marvel.com/articles/podcasts/complete-echo-episode-transcript-women-of-marvel-podcast

We interview a Marvel Legends Icon! Phoenix Force Creations!

Jean Grey issue 2 is here and we breakdown what happens when Logan gets the Phoenix Force, and what this means for Jean!

Things get downright evil as we delve into Nathaniel Essex, aka MISTER SINISTER! How messy does this diva get? Listen now to find out!  Issue 181 - Mister Sinister Intro Background (2:17) Mister Sinister (Nathaniel Essex) created by Chris Claremont in Uncanny X-Men #212 (Dec. 1986) - first seen in #221 (Sept. 1987) drawn by Marc Silvestri Nathaniel Essex born in Victorian London, he is intrigued by Darwin's theories of evolution and survival of the fittest, but believes that mankind can go further After his 4-year-old son dies, he believes that science can perfect the human race - to that end, he hires a gang to kidnap homeless people to serve as test subjects - he allies with Apocalypse, as they share a common goal His wife discovers his imprisoned test subjects, as well as their dead son that Essex had dug up to experiment on - she goes into premature birth, and dies from blood loss, calling him sinister - he takes on the name after En Sabah Nur transforms him with Celestial technology, giving him the powers of immortality and telekinesis Sinister tries to kill Apocalypse, but fails - he commits himself to creating a mutant who can kill him, this leads to the eventual creation of Cable Sinister collaborates with many villains & characters throughout the decades, including being responsible for setting up the High Evolutionary, and having his research be the basis for Weapon X project He keys in on the Summers line, after secretly establishing an orphanage to keep track of children of his experiments - it is here he meets a young boy named Scott Summers, descendant of one of his earliest subjects - Sinister pretends to be Nate, another orphan, and tries to manipulate Scott to become an ally to Sinister until Scott is rescued by Xavier Creates a clone of Jean Grey after determining that a child of Scott and Jean would be capable of killing Apocalypse - after the Phoenix Saga, Scott meets Madelyne Pryor at a Summers family reunion, leading to a whole bunch of messiness Encounters the X-men for the first time during Mutant Massacre Dies during Messiah Complex when he attempts to kidnap the newborn baby Hope - due to earlier experimentations, his consciousness transfers first to Xavier, before transferring to Claudine Renko, a former test subject - she calls herself Miss Sinister Later is restored to a male form and creates an entire civilization of Sinister clones in San Francisco in an attempt to get Celestials to wipe out the planet so he can start anew - this is Kieron Gillen's reboot of the character, and all subsequent stories work off this version Creates five Madelyne clones in an effort to house the Phoenix Force during AvX, but the Phoenix Five destroy everything Sinister built This Sinister is killed by another clone with an X-gene, making Sinister a mutant - it is this clone that works with Xavier and Magneto to compile a database of mutant DNA for the new Krakoan society, and he joins the Quiet Council He also creates several clones of Moira MacTaggert, and exploits her timeline reset ability to his benefit, which leads to Sins of Sinister, where he successfully kills Xavier, Hope, Emma Frost, and Exodus, creating a dystopian future for mutants and mankind Issues - Theme is “The show must go on, but when does it stop?” (12:10) Constant experimentation on others and himself in pursuit of perfection Presentation and theatricality often doom his efforts (17:06) Wants everyone to underestimate him, but overestimates himself (22:14) Break (28:10) Plugs for Frigay the 13th, Hops Geek, and Chris Claremont Treatment (30:20) In-universe - The ultimate family meeting Out of universe - Review making changes just for changes sake Skit (42:40) Hello Mr. Sinister, I'm Dr. Issues. - Hello…Doctor…you know, that doesn't quite fit what we should be going for, here. I don't follow. -While I prefer my choice of moniker, I don't want any mistake in how this works. I am also a doctor. But that's not ALL I am, at this point. Do you catch my drift? So we're colleagues, and I have every intention of giving you the respect you deserve. -Oh, but that's where you're wrong. Colleague denotes equals, peers. There is no such thing with me. Are you trying to intimidate me, or…-*interrupting* Oh my, no! If I wanted to have you cowering in fear, I would simply tear your mind asunder. Then replace it backwards. No, this is all trivial to me. But I'm bored, so let's see where this goes now that I've established dominance. I don't think I've been so eloquently insulted in all of my life! -You're welcome. *clearly angry, but not stupid enough to act* I don't want to be rude back, but if you have no interest in changing anything about yourself, then this is going to be fruitless. -Nonsense, dear doctor. I am all about change for the better. That's why I'm here. I sought you out.  That's refreshing…I guess? Then why demean me? -Is it demeaning to say that an insect is expendable, or a seed only has value once planted? You sound like someone I met once -I know…I learned from the best. So what do you want to change? -*truly evil smile* YOU, my dear Doctor Issues *gulp* I'm always looking to improve…but…um…that's not how therapy works. -Do you doubt that the transference and countertransference phenomenon that were known when I was a much younger lad are true? EVERY therapist changes the moment they speak with a patient. But that is too slow. I need to see my results in real time. *fearful* A..aaaaa…as a doctor, you know that consent is a VERY important part of any changes that would be proposed, and I don't give you that -*curt* This is NOT a review board or ethics panel. What I say, goes. Understand?! Is it too late to say that you're falling back on past patterns of aggression for the sake of comfort in a new environment? -If this were truly a new environment, then you wouldn't be in such dire straits right now. Oh, the torment you may feel for a short while will be well worth my efforts. I will admit though *whispering* I'm not gentle. I would like the anger back, please. Creepy is much worse. -Who said anything about creepy? I'm not hidden about my intentions. My name says enough. Perhaps I could interest you in the meaning behind that also referring to left-handed orientation? -More stalling. *yawn* You are coming off as pathetic now. So, you're not trying to scare me, you're not interested in what I have to say, and you want to...do SOMETHING and I don't know what. Are you trying to build anticipation? I'm confused. -Perhaps ***awkward pause*** OK I've had it. Just do it. Kill me, or torture me, or whatever it is you plan to do because it takes a lot for me to lose my patience nowadays. Just know that each time I try to start a conversation that may be insightful…THERAPEUTIC even, you have ignored it, or mocked it, or intimidated me about it. You're trying to play me like a fool, and I'm NOT having it. I can tell you're cunning, but nobody's really that catty about mental wellness treatment. -Well then, let's see how well your sessions go without this oh so beautiful couch to sit on. *ripping sounds* WHAT? Seriously? It's in the name! Who messes up a couch? -You need someone like me to make this whole room over. Your office is in shambles. Have you never heard of feng shui?  I don't care -*interrupting* Obviously you don't. And your clothes…a button down shirt with stripes? How tacky are you? Is this what you consider changing me for the better? A mastermind doesn't waste their time focusing on minutiae to criticize! - You think this is beneath me? Forget about Lizzo, darling, I engineered my DNA to be 100% that bitch. So then what are your plans for my DNA? -Oh you simple, simple man. You have to learn how to put a comb through your hair, get a decent suit, learn how to tie your shoes properly AND find a decent non-offensive cologne before I ever do gene-work on you! For once, I must focus on the outside instead of what's inside. I'll be here every week until you are worthy of being my next great experiment. Then I'll keep trying to be an example of a regular person who is willing to accept imperfections. I hope that sinks in. -Nonsense.  Until then, consider this my parting gift *laser sound* Whoa…did you just…laser shave…um…but my clothes are still on…you know what? I don't want to talk about it. That was without my consent. - You're quite welcome. This time it was hair. Next time, it will be more than that if you're not careful. Ending (48:36) Recommended reading: Immortal X-Men, Cerebro episode on Sinister Next episodes: Ventriloquist, Bigby Wolf, Eobard Thawne Plugs for social & GonnaGeek Network References: Chris Claremont interview - Anthony (5:45) Gambit episode - Anthony (6:25) Moira McTaggart episode - Anthony (9:15) Cerebro podcast with Kieron Gillen - Anthony (11:23) Transcript Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook TikTok  Patreon TeePublic Discord

Marvel is headed to San Diego Comic Con!! We have the scoop on that, plus Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 coming back to Evo for the first time since 2017! Ryan and Angelique also get excited for the new season of the Marvel Snap game and talk with the creators of the new The Incredible Hulk comic series! News- 1:37Interview- 33:36Community – 56:59

The Truth About Marvel Snap...Patch Wish List & Phoenix Surprise | ItsGuestGaming and DefaultDan air their grievances and gripes in a tense debate about their Patch Wish Lists. Major changes need to come, but in few may be in supply. Also, we dive into the brand new season pass card, The Phoenix Force! Plus the Deck of the Week and more! Video Podcast - ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/qCBEVHioyK0 |

Brad and Teddy take a look at High evo and bounce in conquest, potential changes, and the new season of Phoenix Force

Today we have the opportunity to sit down with Neil Kleid to learn more about The Phoenix Chase: A Marvel: School of X Novel and his experience as a Graphic Novelist! Be sure to check the links below to stay in touch with his future works! "Kid Omega's latest scheme to set up his own mutant school goes horribly awry when mysterious aliens called The Remaining kidnap his “students”, demanding a rare Phoenix Egg – source of the awesome Phoenix Force – in exchange for their lives. Wildly out of his depth, Kid Omega turns to Cyclops for help. He gets a ride with space pirates the Starjammers, and someone more responsible: Cyclops' brother Alex “Havok” Summers. Their mission: rescue the students, recover the Egg, save the day. But it won't be easy. Galaxy-hopping sleuthing, heists, and action lead the X-Men to clues that reveal a monstrous plot using the Phoenix Egg to ultimately conquer the universe." Preorder - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-phoenix-chase-neil-kleid/1142839376;jsessionid=A39650CB5BD6264A0918EEBD7603E8E9.prodny_store02-atgap09?ean=9781839082085 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twitter - https://twitter.com/neilkleid --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To stay up to date with my content creation as well as my day-to-day thoughts, feel free to follow my Twitter - https://twitter.com/keepingitgeekly For single-issue breakdowns and more be sure to visit my TikTok over at https://tiktok.com/keepingitgeekly Be sure to drop by my Twitch channel where I live stream every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 11 PM EST https://twitch.tv/job_for_a_cody My personal Discord -https://discord.gg/vg9zEyKt Intro Music - https://twitter.com/PersyThePianist | http://linktr.ee/PersyNotes Background Music - [FREE] Kota The Friend Type Beat - "Laid Back" - Kota https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIY19VZa3FY&t=83s --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepingitgeekly/support

When the Phoenix Force approaches Earth, Hope Summers is assumed its next host. The X-Men and the Avengers are divided on how to handle the situation. The X-Men believe that the Phoenix Force will herald the rebirth of the Mutant Species, while the Avengers believe that it will bring an end to all life on Earth. This leads to a war between Marvel's two powerful superhero factions. WHAT TO READ: AVENGERS VS. X-MEN #0-1 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN: INFINITE #1.5 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN #2-6 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN: INFINITE #6.5 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN #7-10 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN: INFINITE #10.5 AVENGERS VS. X-MEN #11-12 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/web-heads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/web-heads/support

taking the phoenix force well by Adam Wadley

Before he makes his big screen debut in Wakanda Forever, we take a deep dive on NAMOR! To what depths does his distrust of the surface world go? Intro New patron: Citizen Amar-Kareem Background (4:55) Namor Mckenzie, the Sub-Mariner, created by Bill Everett in Motion Picture Funnies Weekly (April 1939) and Marvel Comics #1 (October 1939) Namor was born from a human father, sea captain Leonard McKenzie, and an Atlantean, Fen, daughter of Emperor Thakorr His unique parentage gave him both strengths and weaknesses that other Atlanteans did not possess: he is pink skinned like humans as opposed to the blue skin of pureblood Atlanteans, but he cannot survive in water or on land for prolonged periods of time, or it will impact his psyche Initially Namor was, if not a full villain, at best an antihero or well-intentioned extremist, attacking Americans in the name of protecting Atlantis and the ocean Once WWII started, he joined other heroes in attacking Nazis After WWII, he suffered an amnesiac attack, and once he recovered, he joined Professor Xavier in searching for mutants - Xavier's attempt at repairing his memories, however, created further issues in Namor's mind, and gave him bipolar disorder He was later found wandering the streets of New York as an amnesiac vagrant - upon learning that Atlantis was destroyed by nuclear bombs, his memories returned and he vowed revenge on the surface world, pitting him against the Fantastic Four numerous times He would attempt several times to woo Susan Storm away from Reed, but although Sue admits an attraction to Namor, she remains loyal to her husband He married twice - his first wife Dorma was killed shortly after the wedding by an evil mermaid, and his second wife Marrina was driven mad, and Namor was forced to kill her with the Ebony Blade - she survived, and Norman Osborn altered her DNA to turn her into a raging beast as part of his revenge on Namor, who killed her once again #BecauseComics In the 90s, he searches for sunken treasures and uses the money to finance a corporation that focuses on conservation He is a member of the Illuminati, and notably the only one opposed to sending the Hulk into space, as he foresaw dire consequences should Bruce return - he was the only one who Bruce didn't seek vengeance upon when Hulk came back Due to his mutant abilities, he formally joins the X-Men, and is one of the Phoenix Five during AvX, but is the first one to be defeated and lose his Phoenix Force powers Namor is killed by the Squadron Supreme in retaliation for his numerous attacks on Earth and other worlds, but this is undone by time travel after the team realized Namor's murder would lead to global destruction Fights the Agents of Atlas after Atlantis' guardian dragon is stolen - after some battling, Namor & the agents come to an understanding, and then team up against the King in Black Issues - born of two worlds, welcome in neither Mixed parentage creates hostility Unique physiology leads to bipolar disorder, or at least manic/depressive swings Zealotry for Atlanteans leads to issues with both his people as well as surface dwellers Break Plugs for Last Sons of Krypton, Cheers to Comics, and Meghan Fitzmartin Treatment In-universe -  Out of universe - Mixed race parentage Skit Hello Namor, I'm Dr. Issues. - I am King Namor, ruler of Atlantis. I am not one of your colleagues, we are not fraternizing over a beverage. You will address me accordingly. My apologies, your majesty…your highness…your Atlantean Majestic highness? I'm bad at this. -I gave you one job and yet you have failed. But I am a forgiving ruler, so you will get one more chance. Thank you, King Namo…wait, you don't rule me! -That is not the point. As long as you show the proper respect, and the appropriate decorum, then I have no quarrel with you. Very well then. What does the mighty King of Atlantis have to gain from gracing the presence of a common land-dwelling human psychiatrist? -I would have thought that my message was delivered ahead of time. If not, then I will be forced to punish the one that failed to deliver said message, AND then I will have them re-send that message twice as fast the next time. There is no room for error in troubling times such as these. So…what was the message? - That I, albeit one of the most important figures in existence, has made his mark on the world, yet still find challenges that can only be mastered through the guiding hand of one with the knowledge of the mind. You, my humble servant, are such a man. Um…thanks? So, what can I help you with? -My people have respected me for so long that I worry they no longer fear me the way they should. There is no room for comfort when our world remains in great peril on all sides. No offense but, that comes across a bit paranoid. -You wouldn't say that if you have fought the battles we have fought. To be forewarned is to be forearmed. But why would you want fear instead of respect? Fear is the more primal response and that sounds…beneath you. -Fear can be harnessed. Respect is dormant, docile even. Boy, you really have a hard edge. Do you ever relax? -I am capable of the finest travels in leisure only privy to those that would dare seek such an endeavor. *pause* Such as… -That's classified. It is beneath a man of my stature to, as you say, kiss and tell.  Oooooookaaaaay…are you always this obtuse? -There is no need to use such language! Remember your place amongst royalty. *pause* You don't know what that word means, do you? -*pause* The kingdom of Atlantis has no need for obscure vocabulary. We speak directly, we are a people of action. All you're talking about so far is your people. That's nice, but the point of individual therapy is the individual. What do you want to change? -Nothing. Then we're done here. What's the point? -You once again have a misguided approach. I am saying that I value consistency. Tradition. Honor. Or are those concepts too…obtuse for you to comprehend? You want permanent, everlasting control of that which is important to you. -Now we are speaking the right language. As a psychiatrist, I must inform you, King Namor of the Atlanteans, that I am in no position to make any such guarantee that our sessions will yield that result. - I see. You need to work on your delivery of sarcasm. It does not match any of my rivals for wit or passion. You're USED to people talking to you that way? Did you ever think that it's because you get under the skin of every person you meet? -A pearl is made by an irritant of sand in an oyster's mouth. And yet, not every oyster produces a pearl. My lot in life is to create more treasures of the sea. Why should I care if others are intolerable of my grit? I'm not sure that's a “lot” in life instead of a conscious choice. -*pause* That's not a question. I…don't think I wanted it to be a question? Anyway, you're blocking my attempts to understand your emotions, your thought process, and your values. What do you want from me? -Well, you haven't attempted to throw me out of your office yet, so that tells me you are more tolerant than most plebs. ***paper unfurls*** Here's a list of every goal that is relevant to my success. The first 50 of them are crossed off. You don't need to show me those. -Then how will you know of my great achievements? I agree -What? *quickly* Nothing…now, you name at least 20 people here and simply have an exclamation point next to their names…except Sue, where you have a heart…but there are no details for any of them - I don't need explanations; I know what they mean. But I DON'T know what they mean! -That's for you to decipher as we talk over the next 22 sessions 22?! Aww man…um, why 22? -I have a full calendar of every in-person session and phone call that we'll have so that you can't say “I'm busy” at the last moment. Your online system is truly convenient. Are you trying to make up for a lack of other attachments by putting more energy into me? -*pause* You say it like it's a bad thing.  15 minute…10 minute time limit - But I *interrupting* and only 3 topics -You are in no position to *interrupting again* plus if you are more than 5 minutes late I charge double -*pause* you are trying to create barriers. I see. But a king never yields. You WILL treat me and you WILL know my greatness. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go salvage a barren stretch of an unknown trench that you have never heard of but will save countless ocean creatures for the sake of Atlantean commerce. I'll be sure to send you a private message when it concludes at…oh, about 4AM on your time scale. *heaviest sigh* I look forward to it. - Now THAT was better. Ending Recommended reading: Sub-Mariner: The Depths Next episodes: Mystique, Poison Ivy, Moira McTaggert Plugs for social References: Sue Storm episode - Anthony (11:34) Captain Planet - Anthony (12:38) Evil Overlord List - Anthony (14:10) Marx Brothers Duck Soup - Anthony (14:34) Transcript Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook TikTok  Patreon TeePublic Discord

Get ready for a deep dive into all of Scott Summers' memories! Luckily we have Emma Frost to accompany us on this journey, as opposed to Xavier, who would delete everything without telling anybody about it. Emma also offers to delete some memories for Scott -- specifically, all memories of Jean, since he's threatening to quit the X-Men due to not being able to get over her. We're pretty sure that Emma was just tricking Scott into doing some therapy sessions with her. The result digs up a big twist... the Phoenix Force?!?!?! Never heard of it. At least, not on this show. Next week's episode: "Rover," Wolverine and the X-Men E-mail us your feedback at themutantages@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter at TheMutantAges, MIDImyers and RyanPagella. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting us via patreon.com/themutantages or our store (teespring.com/stores/the-mutant-ages). Thanks!

Sit back, Relax, and lets get into The Phoenix Saga issues 101-108! The Phoenix Saga (X-Men 101-108) is the first part of The Dark Phoenix Saga, which is divided into two parts. The first part is where Jean Grey comes upon the Phoenix Force, and the repair of the M'Kraan Crystal. The second part called The Dark Phoenix Saga (X-Men 129-138) is where the Phoenix Force consumes Jean Grey and brings the dark destructive side of the phoenix force out through Jean. We are LIVE on Twitch every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for new episodes of the Podcast, Breaking the Code, Code-X After Dark, and Code-X Gaming! Just click the link below to join in on the fun! https://www.twitch.tv/thecodexstation Merch Link: https://the-code-x-station.creator-spring.com/

Following the release of Dr. Strange 2, we talk the Scarlet Witch, Wanda Maximoff! Chaos reigns throughout the episode, including an engaging discussion about the need to get help. You won't want to miss this one! Intro Shoutout to Mr. Stoto's AP Psychology class at St. Joseph's School Background (4:49) Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff) created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in The X-Men #4 (March 1964) Originally, she & her twin brother Pietro were members of Magneto's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants in an effort to rule humanity Originally her power was merely “hex magic”, where she could manifest bad luck to those trying to harm her - later changed to chaos magic, which made her more powerful and able to control all manner of probabilities She later joined the Avengers, where she met and fell in love with Vision - listen to our WandaVision episode for more on that Her parentage has changed several times over the years - originally she & Pietro were Romani, born to human parents - then they were adopted by the Maximoffs from the High Evolutionary - then they were the children of the Whizzer & Miss America - then they were Magneto's kids - then they weren't mutants, and were the result of the High Evolutionary's experiments - then they were the children of the previous Scarlet Witch, and their adoptive parents were actually their aunt & uncle #BecauseComics Had two children, Billy & Tommy, with Vision - later revealed they were magic creations using pieces of Mephisto's soul, and they vanished - the memories later vanished, only to be triggered by Janet van Dyne - Wanda sought revenge against the Avengers, and this led to Disassembled and House of M, where she had a breakdown and used her chaos magic to eliminate almost all mutant powers from the world After several years as an outcast, she later joins with Hope Summers, and the two combine their powers to destroy the Phoenix Force and restore the mutant X-gene to the global population This led to her becoming an enemy of the state on Krakoa, although she later redeemed herself by sacrificing her life to enable Cerebro to find all mutants and bring them to Krakoa Issues (7:55) Her relationship with her children - how she kept losing them, and then when they're there, physically, she feels uncomfortable around them Her relationship with Magneto & Pietro (19:36) Not so much an issue as it is a question - There's a What If with Jessica Jones where she joins Avengers as a SHIELD liaison, and most of the major events happen as they would, except Wanda hides her children in a closet before Jessica showed up, and because of that Jessica gets her help, and so Disassembled never happens - talk about how hard it is to get help, or the right kind of help (29:35) Break (46:21) Plugs for BetterHelp, Freudian Sips, and Meredith Finch Treatment (48:15) In-universe - Give Wanda a fixed place that she can always go to Out of universe - Family therapy - use the chain/rope technique to help improve the dynamic Skit  Hello Wanda, I'm Dr. Issues. - Hello, Doctor. I want to be upfront: I understand the need to be here, and I even agree with the assessment that this will be helpful. But that doesn't mean I'm eager to undergo a deep analysis on every single decision I've made over the course of my life. That's understandable, especially since neither one of us would have time to do that. My job is to make sure you find out what works for you to deal with how those events have shaped who you are now. Unfortunately, that does mean we'll have to talk about uncomfortable things once in a while. So, I'll let you start with what feels most challenging for you. Anything come to mind? - Is it cheating to say everything? I'm not being flippant, but I have a litany of items that would fit that description, and to choose any individual one would feel like closing my eyes and tossing a dart. Sometimes I really feel like the personification of chaos, magic or otherwise. I can respect that. If I may suggest then, that we start by narrowing it down to a sphere of your life. For example, personal development, or a specific relationship? - Let's stay away from the relationships to start. I have too many demons in too many relationships to jump into that at the beginning, and frankly, no offense, I'm not sure you could stomach some of the things I would describe to you. You'd be surprised at what I would be able to handle; and when it's necessary, I also consult someone to make sure I process things as best I can. Anyway, I'll take the lead then, since I suggested personal development. You mentioned chaos. Is it a matter of behavioral disorganization, inattention, procrastination, emotional disruption, or… - *interrupting* You could continue to give descriptions and I would just automatically say yes to everything at some point. So even narrowing it down that way does me no service. That's my point, Doctor. The mere act of trying to pick a starting point is overwhelming. It's like drinking from a fire hose. Whenever a patient tells me that, I know to start with basic needs. How are you sleeping? How's your appetite? Are you able to manage your daily tasks for your own survival? -*Irritated* I'm not a simpleton, Doctor! I manage those things just fine! Maybe some bad dreams, but…no, that's not something we should delve into.  On the contrary, dreams can tell a lot! I will admit my limitations, but I may be able to help parse out what small tidbits could be beneficial to address. - The world of my dreams is far more dangerous than I could make you understand. The unconscious mind attempts to make sense of what the conscious mind cannot, but I fear it fares no better. In either case I am left confused and am no closer to an explanation. That is quite literally what I can offer you. You want an honest external attempt at clarity, I'm your doctor. -Once again, with all due respect, but there may be some other doctor who can manage that realm… *interrupting* Without giving too much away, let's just say we have a working understanding, albeit a bit…odd… - Odd? Or strange? You are perceptive. I guess that's my coy way of saying…try me. What about those dreams? - OK, you want me to describe just one of my average dreams? For starters, yes. Just give me one that you recall vividly. - Fine. I am in a beautiful field, surrounded by mountains. There is a woman nearby with the head of a cow. Alright, that could symbolize - *interrupts* That's not a symbol, that is Bova. She is the woman who raised me.  Oh. OK, please continue. - She hands me two infants swaddled in blankets. I hold them, and the children smile at me for a moment. They are beautiful boys. Until they both point at me and begin crying. Interesting. Are the children yours? I didn't ask you about that before so -*interrupts* I don't…think we need to get to that right now. May I continue? Yes, go on. - They are crying, and then they start shouting at me that I am not real. That I don't belong here. That this shouldn't be happening. *sound effects begin* That dark forces are aligning because of what I have done. I want to know more, but could you keep the room the way it was, please? Because my office -*ignoring the doctor* The dark forces aren't demons or magical creatures, they are my friends, or who I thought were friends and teammates. They are conspiring against me. They know what I can do, they are afraid. I am afraid. They are trying to stop this. Stopping this right now doesn't sound too bad… - *ignoring again* My father is there. Or he's supposed to be my father, but he has another face, and yet I recognize him as my father. He is leading the charge. I try to stop him, but my hands will not move. My fingers ball into fists, and instead of using them for magic I begin assaulting myself. I don't want to, and yet I feel like I deserve it. Doesn't take a degree to get that last part…but there's a problem because it feels like something is hitting ME when you say that, so I think there's some magic going on anyway. Perhaps in a DIFFERENT session we can… - My fists finally open, and so does the sky, and it begins to rain blood and screams. I can barely protect myself from this, and the screams get louder. I hear fallen teammates, I hear children, I hear my ex-husband. All of them asking things of me, making demands I cannot meet. The blood covers me and yet I am not wet. I begin to cry, and my tears also scream at me for releasing them. Getting a little exhausted here. I didn't know walls could melt without LSD or psilocybin, but here we are. How am I supposed to paint with my own skin? Wait, that didn't make sense. How do you stop this? - The screams reach a fever pitch, until they are so loud I cannot hear anything else, and that is when I wake up. *noises suddenly stop* And I am in my bed at home. *creeped out* But why am I there too? WHY AM I IN YOUR HOME?!! - What? Oh, I am very sorry doctor. *magic sound FX* As you can see, sometimes these things can be… overwhelming. But I answered your questions. *panting* Alright…regardless of a diagnosis, I'm prescribing something. Maybe I should get some enchanted SSRIs or voodoovalproic acid, maybe dopamine blockade with a 4 leaf clover…I have no idea, but I can't ignore what I just experienced. I will agree with you for now that any deep analysis is too dangerous. - And you now see my reticence to engage in this with you. It is not out of fear of acknowledgement. I know I need to speak to someone. I know there are things that I cannot continue to leave unspoken or unaddressed. But I know that I am unable to go down some of these roads without potentially causing serious harm to whoever dares accompany me. Even if that person had abilities or powers, the risk of losing another person's life for something I did is too much for me to bear. Absolutely makes sense…which is something I'm glad to say after all of that. Now, it's time for some burpees, followed by deep breathing with stretches, and a mild sedative. -That sounds very forward of you doctor to prescribe such specific *interrupting* That's not for you, that's for me. I need to be sharp for any more sessions with you. I won't give up. - I don't understand. Why would you continue to risk everything for a possibility that I might make a slight improvement? Because that's what I signed up for. I may not comprehend everything a person says or does, but I can be there for the experience, good or bad. And I can always make suggestions for improvement. A work in progress starts with work before progress. - That sounds like it should be on a coffee mug or other location where one would emblazon a mantra. *sound effect* Consider this, then, a gift for your next training session. I'm flattered! Um…why is there a giant crack in it? - It is flawed. Like both of us. But despite its outward appearance, it will not spill. It manages to hold everything inside, no matter what.  I will cherish it well…including that sentiment, more than you know. Ending Recommended reading: Scarlet Witch vol. 2 (James Robinson run) Next episodes: Beast Boy, Sue Storm, plus Mental Health Avengers somewhere in there Plugs for social References: WandaVision episode - Anthony (5:27) Wiccan episode - Anthony Crystal episode - Anthony Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

It's our first ever sequel episode, and we're taking another crack at MOON KNIGHT! Four years after our first look at Marc Spector, how has he changed? How have we? Intro Podchaser Reviews4Good Thanks to new Patron - Local Official Nicole! Background (4:20) Moon Knight created by Doug Moench and Don Perlin in Werewolf by Night #32 (Aug. 1975) Go back to episode 4 for the full rundown “Killed” Khonshu inside his head and reconciled all his identities Discovered he had an unknown daughter fathered by Jake Lockley with Marlene, who opted not to tell Marc/Steven - said daughter was kidnapped by Bushman and the Sun King to lure Moon Knight out to kill him - Moon Knight defeats Sun King with Khonshu's help Age of Khonshu - Under the influence of Khonshu, battled the Avengers to take over the world in order to protect it, and at one point became a host for the Phoenix Force - gave up the power in order to help the Avengers overthrow Khonshu and imprison him Even though no longer under the influence of Khonshu, decides to resume protecting travelers of the night Discovered he is not the only Fist of Khonshu, and after some initial confrontations, came to an uneasy alliance with the Hunter's Moon, who considers Marc to have gone rogue and hopes to still bring him back under the formal fold of Khonshu worshippers Issues (7:58) Still coping with influence from Khonshu, even though he no longer has actual control over him Struggling with empathy for those who would do him harm (18:21) Break (26:45) Plugs for BetterHelp, Legends: A Superhero Story, and Erica Schultz Treatment (28:45) In-universe -  Out of universe - Create a velvet rope/red carpet situation (32:07) Skit (40:51) Hello again Marc. - Bet you didn't think you'd see me again, huh? At this point I don't try to predict the future. Open-mindedness has led me to a healthier headspace, so I don't see a reason to change now. I will say, however, thatI hope this session is less…dramatic. - That makes two of us. Understand though, it's not like that was my fault. Too many chefs in the kitchen…man it's tough to say that out loud. The good news is that I have a new perspective. I'm not trying to infringe on another professional's case. I've talked to Dr. Sterman, and I'm impressed with how she's been able to help you so far. - That's why I'm surprised she told me to see you. What gives? All of us take breaks when necessary, even psychiatrists. We can cover for each other. - I…get it, conceptually, but there's a problem then. You don't swap out partners in a marriage, right? And why is that? Because unless you're reallllllly open, it screws up the relationship you already had. Now how am I supposed to recreate that type of rapport with you?  All fair points. I'm not replacing her. I'm a second opinion, if that makes you feel better about it. A consultant. - Considering this conversation is already smoother than the entire first session, I'll consider it a win for now. So what have you been working on most recently? It sounds like you've had a consolidation. That's incredibly rare! - As if you thought we're all separate anyway? I did some searching myself…you don't really buy all of this, do you? You probably just tag me as “crazy” and throw my chart in a pile with schizophrenics. Please give me more credit than that! I'm not saying that your way of dealing with stress hasn't led to dissociation, I'm saying that the DESCRIPTIONS that have been given don't necessarily have to be their own person…Is this type of conversation going to actually help you, or are you testing me? - A little from column A, a little from column B. Are you satisfied with your reactions to potential situations that have led you to split before? - I'll never be satisfied, because I never WANT it to happen. It's not like we're a happy-go-lucky sewing circle. But there's mutual respect.  How did you get to that point? -By not arguing with the likes of you *small laugh* but seriously, I had some baggage I had to drop. You ever had a mentor? Of course; no doctor has been trained without multiple mentors, even if we don't identify them that way in the moment. - Well what if one of them leads you down a path you didn't want to go? What if they're responsible for your success, but then they're manipulating you…maybe even tearing you down. You understand?  I'm following…keep going - So what's the right answer? I know you enough that you're probably thinking “find your own path.” Still, this guy has THE path. Do things his way, and you are guaranteed some great results. Anything else kinda looks like failure. So you don't want to fail him, or yourself? -Easy answer is both.  But how…oh this is cliche  “How does it make me feel?”-  You want MY answer?  *sigh* I get it…what are ALL of the answers?  - Jake doesn't care as long as I keep the ones close to me safe. Steven thinks it's beneath us to pander to outdated nonsense, and I'm…I'm talking to you about it because I basically already made a decision for all of us, and I don't want remorse over doing whatever the hell I want because I think I have all of this under control. And I don't want a guilt trip from you telling me that this is what you wanted to talk about in the first session because I couldn't handle it directly and let the other guys take the lead too much. Plus I HOLD ON! There's no need to get defensive. I'm thankful for your candor. I'll take what you're saying at face value. - Even if it's an ancient god that is partly responsible for the fact that I have this condition in the first place?  All I'm saying is that…whatever your descriptions are, relationships change. Some better, some worse. There's no point in placing blame. It sounds like you decided to move on. - That's not entirely accurate. I still do a ton under his auspices. I want to. Just not HIS way. There's bound to be some situations that piss him off. I'm well past the point of caring. Yes he gave me these gifts, and yes those gifts came with strings attached. But the hand operating the strings also became a ceiling, and if I wanted to grow I was going to have to break the string, the ceiling, the hands, the whole damn thing. I guess the question is, is it worth it to you? Growth and destruction can look a lot alike. Recognize that your own actions can create more trauma for yourself. - Are you TRYING to get me riled up? I'm not going to throw away everything I've built for some false sense of freedom. I'm willing to talk to you because I want to be smart about this. My mind's made up. I don't need hand holding. So you're not Khonshu's lackey…but you're willing to wear the uniform. You maintain the moniker. You have a long way to go before anybody looks at you another way. - I can tell I've matured, because there's a part of me that would want to punch you in the face for that…and NO I don't mean it the way you're thinking.  OK, so what do you mean then? - I mean… you have no idea what I struggle with on a regular basis. Hell, even sitting in this chair talking to you is using up all of my mental faculties just to maintain a conversation. But I'm not the guy anymore who's going to use that as an excuse to lash out, or sit here and think you're making assumptions about me so I might as well live up to them. I'm trying to be a better man, gods dammit, but these things take time and energy. So I'm not going to work on reinventing the wheel just so I can say it's mine. I'll do what I can with what I can, and opinions be damned. Don't be a reboot, be a remix. I like it. I apologize if I'm pushing buttons, but that's because I won't know exactly what clicks until you answer like that. I have enough trust in you that I can challenge your base assumptions, and vice versa. So, where do we go with your plan? - Well, you may have trust in me, but all cards on the table, I'm still not fully on board with you. No offense, but I've been stabbed in the back too many times at this point to go headfirst into someone else's idea of what they think will help me be better. Even if they're letting me have one hand on the wheel. I was there before, and it was all an illusion. So we can keep talking, and maybe eventually we'll get there. But that's all I can promise you for right now. From what I gather of you, though, I think that's enough for you to work with. Can I level with you? When you first met me, you were all over the place. Your sentences bordered on senseless, and you continued to split so many times that it made my head spin. I knew that this was through no fault of your own, and I could have very easily considered you a danger. But I still want to work with you. You know why? Because even with all of the alters, all of the violence, all of the chaos, I saw a man that was determined to find a way to do what he considers to be the right thing when he could have shunned the world for what it has done to him. Take that for what you will, but I think that means we're about equal in the contribution to the gap between our trust. - I can work with that. Guess we'll be seeing you around, then. Ending (49:52) Recommended reading: Jeff Lemire run, current Jed McKay run Next episodes: Elsa Bloodstone, Holding Out for a Hero, Wanda Maximoff Plugs for social References: The Art of Serenity by T. 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What do you get if you combine Mr. Fantastic, The Invisible Woman, Cyclops and the Phoenix Force? Turns out it's a villain who is VERY difficult to defeat! . . . If you want to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/heroesforhirepodcast To get Heroes for Hire merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/heroes-for-hire-podcast/ Follow us on Twitter: @Heroes4hirepod , @conlawler , @shaunmeighan Follow us on Facebook:  Det. Divilment's Discussion Group Follow us on Instagram: heroesforhirepodcast Email any questions or queries to: HeroesforHire_@outlook.com   Big thanks to our Patrons: Waffles apologizes for sending you false potato news, he's very sorry , may gourd have mercy on his soul. Ciara Lawler David Clarke Ed Ball Joe Bernie Róisín The Wife Palmer Ryan Right Time Evanson Shaun Grow you Mo for a Bro Jamieson Dominic Jessiah Florida Gal Green Anna Hjelmroos Lil' Dicky the lads turned their stories into motion pictures and made millions McGrew Danny McLaughlin Ray I can't believe Wanda did this.... Sammy DeLucia Michelle wishing Ronan Browne a very happy 10th birthday!

We forget to celebrate our 50th episode with a deep dive into an archeological dig turned theological dilemma in Excalibur #48, “Irish Stew,” guided by comics and pop culture scholar and host of The Protagonist Podcast, Dr. Joseph Darowksi! Asking important questions like: what is the Anti-Phoenix? And do we actually care? We also extol the virtues of Kylun, catch up with the team's team-building, and dig through familiar topics from new angles, including the mutant metaphor, diminishing returns on the never-ending retconning of the Phoenix Force, and why even when it's doing a lot of setup, Alan Davis' Excalibur is still pretty darn great.      

The X-Pack are back at it with their all new format, dividing the MU into its separate corners! Join the team for Timeless (0:00:00) Ka-Zar: Lord Of The Savage Land #4 (0:32:00), & Phoenix Song: Echo #2-3 (0:58:15)! It's all this and more on an all new X Is For Podcast!

On the 149th episode of the Penny Bloom Podcast, hosted by Colton Robertson, Joseph George and Aurora Carter, we dive headfirst into all things Phoenix Force. We discuss "X-Men: Dark Phoenix" at length, along with the animated series adaptations and the comic book adaptations by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum.

For episode 4 of MCMF, Marcus is joined by known Tony Stark hater Gary to talk about Avengers vs X-Men!Released in 2012, AvX covers the battle between Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Children of the Atom over the mysterious and powerful Phoenix Force, believed by one side to signal Earth's doom and by the other to be their salvation.

In the eleventh episode of True Believers, Andrew and chrs take a listener request and watch and review the original X-Men movie trilogy. NOTES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXFqTGBty1whttps://www.independent.co.uk/voices/ivermectin-dewormer-republicans-rand-paul-b1911392.htmlRogue and Captain Marvel have beef because Rogue stole Carol's powers and also took her memories and psyche. She didn't kill her.The diplomats WERE on Ellis Island.https://www.science.org/content/article/how-europeans-evolved-white-skin-rev2calisto and caliban powersIzzo (H.O.V.A.) by Jay-Z   -    "Not guilty, he who does not feel me/Is not real to me,/therefore he doesn't exist/So poof - vamoose, son of a bitch!"kity pryde actors Sumela Kay and Katie Stuart initially played Kitty Pryde in cameos before Elliot Page took over the role in X-Men: The Last Standhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2djx83-4XNQhttps://www.vox.com/culture/2016/10/2/12818984/junot-diaz-in-conversationMusic: “I Domine” by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.comalso, we have a unikitout affiliate code for students in the uk: https://www.unikitout.com/?referal=73320497-43198

Intro Thanks to new Mayor patron Blaize Background (2:42) Shang-Chi created by Steve Engleheart & Jim Starlin in Special Marvel Edition #15 (Dec. 1973) Shang-Chi introduced as the son of Fu Manchu, an evil sorcerer bent on world domination - his white mother was chosen based on her genetics - Shang was raised to be an assassin and serve his father, but on his first mission to kill one of his father's rivals, he has a change of conscience, and discovers his father is the true evil Early stories largely based around defeating his father's henchmen and doing everything he can to stop him - also based heavily in racist Yellow Peril tropes Often teamed up with other martial artists, like White Tiger, Iron Fist, and Daughters of the Dragon After finally destroying his father's organization, he retired to become a fisherman, but was drawn out to assist former colleagues at MI-6 Joined the Marvel Knights, run by Daredevil, to take down the Punisher and his extrajudicial killings Joined the second iteration of Heroes for Hire during Civil War, and began a relationship with Tarantula, although it was over quickly due to her violent tendencies Joined the Secret Avengers to help track down his father, who had been resurrected again Gained spider powers during the Spider-Island event, but when he mutated into a spider, Iron Fist used his chi powers to cure him Joined other Asian heroes in the Protectors and the Agents of Atlas - together they fought Sindr, Ismenios, and other villains Later became the Supreme Commander of the Five Weapons Society, his father's old organization, but vowed to use it for good - this put him in conflict with other members of the group, but several of them allied to his cause Was temporarily the host of the Phoenix Force when it was seeking someone new, but when he refused to kill Captain America in battle, the Phoenix rejected him and left his body Tracked down his half-sister, who had left the society, and convinced her to return Issues (9:41) Dealing with having a mass murdering villain for a father No childhood outside of training (15:45) Raised thinking the Western world was horrible & out to get him (23:24) Break (33:18) Plugs for BetterHelp, Freudian Sips, and Saladin Ahmed Treatment (35:12) In-universe - Help him hone energy sensing abilities Out of universe - Address cultural differences, and meet the patient where they are without being condescending (38:16) Skit (49:14) DOC: Hello Shang-Chi, I'm Dr. Issues. SHANG-CHI: Greetings, doctor. D: I'd tell you to make yourself comfortable, but it seems you've already done that.  SC: Comfort is a luxury seldom offered, and even more rarely accepted. Forgive me if this ironically makes you uncomfortable. D: No, it's fine. We don't have a “no shirt, no shoes, no service” sign out front for a reason. This is a place for calm and peace.  SC: I am sure you mean well, and truly believe that. But sadly, Doctor, wherever I go, chaos follows me like a tail attached to a cat, and I am certain this office will be no different. D: That must be difficult to deal with.  SC: I long ago accepted my fate. My father's influence is far-reaching, and even without him, there are many who would seek to usurp the title of Master of Kung-Fu. Even as I agreed to meet with you, I pondered whether there was a chance this was a trap for a sneak attack. D: I'm certainly glad you trusted me enough to come here, for what it's worth. What made you finally agree?  SC: I spoke to some trusted associates who have been clients of yours. Their experience and faith in you was enough to convince me.  D: So now that you're here, what do you want to discuss? SC: At this point in my life, I am trying to transition my path to one of less fighting. However, as I said, so much of what I do involves martial arts that this seems impossible.  D: No forks in the road. That's one way to look at it. I'll pause on that because I see on your face that there is more to it. SC: I know that you think I am being blind to other options, but it is not as you say. I have taken service jobs. I have been a teacher of the craft. I do not wish to abandon all that I know for the sake of comfort. And still...something haunts me. Other noble heroes invite me. If I am not asked first, then I am chosen as a consequence. I am thankful that I have survived so far, and I do not fear death. But there is this pestering essence that the world does not accept me as I am. D: That's...heavy. It's rare that I'm taken aback by someone due to their eloquence. I have to admit, I got lost in it! SC: Forgive me if I am rude, but your statement itself is an example of it. D: I'm still lost. SC: You said I speak well. D: *pause* OH MY GOD I AM SO SORRY I DID THAT I'VE HAD IT DONE TO ME I AM AN IDIOT I WOULD NEVER MEAN TO DO THAT ON PURPOSE I  SC: *laughs* Your chi is genuine. But do you realize how common that is, how through no forethought, we are verbally sparring? I know that is how it will be for the rest of my life. At least, that's how I perceive it. D: Perception is reality. I won't hide my mistakes, and I'm thankful for your latitude. But that tells me your experiences have been way more hostile than a random faux pas. SC: You have quickly redeemed yourself. Yes, there are blatant examples that happen. How am I supposed to grant grace to those who don't do the same? Unfortunately, my father did me no favors. I carried a similar yoke of disdain across my shoulders for those I only knew through his eyes. I am grateful for my enlightenment so many years ago as a young man. But I feel those same shackles weighing down those around me when they see me, not knowing what to make of me, what to say, fearful or angry and not even understanding why. D: It's not your - or anyone's - singular purpose to enlighten every individual. You'll make yourself feel worse that way. Focus on the successes, be they one or one million. SC: You know, it's not just the common man. I was chosen by the Phoenix Force once. I fought Captain America. I had proven myself ...but because I showed grace, I was eliminated by Phoenix itself. Still...I would make that decision again. D: A worthwhile and rigorous process is the true path, regardless of the outcome. Thank you for reminding me of what my own Attendings taught me. But using a great thought process, even when all emotions say to ignore it, that's true mastery. SC: It is fair to say we understand one another so far.  D: Oh believe me, it's hard for me to keep my chill when someone calls me a SC: *cuts him off* Wait. D: What? SC: Something is amiss. D: I don't -  SC: Silence. *beat* Get down. *glass shatters* ASSASSIN LEADER: SHANG-CHI! THE WHITE DRAGON CALLS FOR YOUR DEATH! D: Who's the White Dragon? SC: *fighting sounds throughout* Unclear. There have been several with that name. I watched the last one die. Beheaded by my brother. It seems someone new has taken up the mantle.  D: And I thought my family was difficult to deal with… SC: *to fighters* You all fight well, but in service to a madman. There will be no shame in submitting now. I promise this. But continue to fight me, and you and your master will suffer great pain. AL: You will join us, Shang-Chi, or die. Either way, the White Dragon Clan will be victorious! SC: There is no victory in your falsehoods.  D: But there will be a huge insurance claim coming your way! AL: The doctor is of no consequence! Subdue him or kill him, it is of little matter. D: I'M OUT! SC: *more fighting sounds, tapering off* there is no need, doctor. D: You...just took down a hit squad, while conversing at the same level as your original discourse with me…*random movement sounds* AND YOU'RE FIXING THE ROOM?!!! SC: I have brought pain and despair to your office. For this, I must apologize. D: Ok, first off, if we are going to have sessions together, do not apologize for saving my life.  Second, if it weren't insulting to a man of your stature *whispers* and I could afford it *normal* I would hire you as my bodyguard on sight. SC: Or, I could teach you, in exchange for your psychiatric services. Bartering at it's finest. D: “The Way of The Issues…” I'm sold! Ending (55:47) Recommended reading: Secret Avengers & Marvel Knights Next episodes: Crystal, Emma Frost, Starfire Plugs for social References: The Simpsons “Much Apu About Nothing” - Anthony (31:14) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

Jean Grey became the Dark Phoenix after the Phoenix Force took over her body and gave her a crazy amount of powers! Manufacturer Description Sideshow and Kotobukiya present the Dark Phoenix Rebirth Statue! Dark Phoenix returns to Kotobukiya's Bishoujo series as a 1:7 scale statue and is sculpted based on a new illustration by Shunya Yamashita. The power emanating from her fingertips to her facial expression perfectly showcases Dark Phoenix's character. The Phoenix Force effect shown in this statue resembles a phoenix itself. Enjoy this beautiful yet also dark representation of Dark Phoenix. This is the spark you need in your collection, add the Dark Phoenix Rebirth Statue today! Brand: Marvel Manufacturer: Kotobukiya Type: Statue ADDITIONAL DETAILS & DIMENSIONS Materials: ABS , PVC Product Size: Height: 9.25" (23.5 cm) SUBSCRIBE to watch more videos like this one! LET'S CONNECT! -- Talk Nerdy to Me Facebook -- Zia Comics Facebook -- Zia Comics Twitter -- Zia Comics Instagram -- Talk Nerdy to Me website -- Zia Comics website LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST! - iTunes - RSS Feed - Stitcher - Google Play - Podbean - Spotify - Tune In/Alexa - Pandora #marvel #phoenix #darkphoenix #jeangrey #xmen #phoenixforce #bishoujo #kotobukiya

The Cross-Time Caper is still over... or is it? Resolution careens into crisis into conversations about both as Anna, Mav, and Andrew welcome author and critic Steve Sellers of Omen Comics and Comic Crusaders to talk loose threads and cosmic consequences in Excalibur #25, "Guess Who's Coming for Phoenix?" (Spoiler: it's Galactus!) When we're not getting lost in an extended rumination on the neglected psychological complexity of everyone's favourite herald Frankie Raye, we contemplate the Phoenix Force and Rachel's place in the cosmos and reflect on the Caper that was, wondering if we learned anything ricocheting across the multiverse—and whether it matters.

To celebrate the launch of “WHAT IF…?” on Disney+, we cook up some “what if” questions of our own! Come with us to explore alternate worlds where… The Vision was made by Apple or Microsoft! The Phoenix Force chose Wolverine… Continue Reading → The post 303: What If… Venom was a Cool Jacket? appeared first on Zero Issues Comic Podcast.

In the middle of X-Men #8, Beast quit the team... and at that exact moment, the five original X-Men were pulled forward in time by the adult Beast. They met the adult versions of themselves and faced a complicated world full of tragedy, trauma, and pain. And then, they original five chose to stay in the future... for months. During that time, they formed new relationships, gained entirely new powers, and even died and came back to life before finally, finally returning back to the past with their memories of their future adventures erased from their brains. Cyclops becomes a space pirate! Jean Grey confronts the Phoenix Force! Iceman gets knocked out of the closet! Beast becomes a magic user! And Angel dates Wolverine! (No, really). In this special episode of Graymalkin Lane, host Chad Anderson summarizes over 100 comic books from 2012-2015, talking about all of the craziness the X-Men went through before they went back to the past. Next week we return to our usual format, but for this week, take a deep dive into Marvel continuity and have your mind blown when you stack up everything that happened to these characters during the course of X-Men #8.

Devin Booker is a scoring machine, but is that enough to push the NBA finals to a game 7? On this episode, we recap the series, highlight Jrue Holiday's defense, and explore a potentially pricey offseason for the Phoenix Suns. 

The Hellfire Club was victorious at the end of our first half. The Black Queen, long may she reign, has turned on her friends. How can the X-Men save her!? And what's in store once the Phoenix Force is truly unleashed... It's the epic conclusion of The Dark Phoenix Saga!! Thanks for listening to our eleventh episode of Season 3! Summer's coming and that means things are heating up with the Phoenix Force!! Like, subscribe, follow, email, and @ us all over the internet at thexwifepodcast. If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends!

Is it Jean Grey? Is it Rachel Summers? IS IT BOTH? Join us for deep dive into the Phoenix and the human meat sacks its possessed over the years. We finally get closure about Rachel's facial scars plus we find a way to correlate the Phoenix Force to fraternity rituals and beef liver. Its all here!Continue the conversation with Shawn and Jen on Twitter @angryheroshawn and @JenStansfield and email the show at worstcollectionever@gmail.com

No episódio 61 do podcast de esports do ge, Alessandro Jodar, PH Nascimento e Roque Marques recebem o Pedro "Batman", head coach da LOUD, para analisarem a campanha dos times brasileiros no Mundial de Free Fire. Com alta expectativa em cima das equipes, os times não conseguiram o título mundial, que ficou nas mãos da Phoenix Force, da Tailândia, mas ainda assim fizeram uma boa campanha, com a LOUD terminando na segunda colocação e o Fluxo em quarto. Afinal, o que faltou para os times do Brasil conseguirem esse título e que legado a competição internacional pode deixar para o futuro da modalidade no país, que já terá a quinta edição da LBFF começando agora em junho, tão pouco depois depois do campeonato? Dá o play!

O Central Esports é o podcast com os temas mais importantes dos esportes eletrônicos do ESPN Esports Brasil.  Este episódio do Central Esports traz uma série de jogos de tiro para você. Para começar, fique por dentro do mundial de Free Fire, realizado em Singapura. O título ficou com a tailandesa Phoenix Force, que marcou nada menos que 113 pontos e 4 Booyahs no dia decisivo. O Brasil foi representando no evento pela LOUD, vice-campeã, e Fluxo, 4º colocada. Na sequência, temos a decisão do Major de VALORANT e o título da Sentinels. Saiba como foram as equipes brasileiras Team Vikings e Sharks. O Central traz ainda as finais da FNCS Brasil de Fortnite e a vitória da Team Liquid no cs_summit 8. Siga o ESPN Esports Brasil no Twitter e no Facebook.

No, this isn't another parallel universe episode where Trev & Joe are hosting an Avengers podcast, but we ARE taking a look at a recently completed story-arc in the Jason Aaron's current AVENGERS book, as it has obvious connections to X-Men AND will most likely have gigantic repercussions for the entire Marvel universe. That's right, Trev recently read the six-issue "Enter the Phoenix" storyline, which not only saw the return of the Phoenix Force to Marvel, but also introduced a brand new Phoenix host! Who is it? Well, we'll only say right now that it's NOT Jean Grey, but to find out more, you can listen as Trev performs a DOFP Storytime, walking Joe through the storyline and sharing his overall thoughts on the tale. Also, it's Final Four time, as we determine the winner of this year's Mutant March Madness, looking at the Best X-Characters Not Featured in the Fox Movie Franchise! Plus, discussion of Madripoor being featured in FALCON & THE WINTER SOLDIER, rumors of a potential WOLVERINE Disney+ series, and our thoughts on the recently announced team roster for Gerry Duggan's upcoming X-MEN relaunch. All this, and more. facebook.com/daysoffuturepodcast Twitter & Instagram: @dofpodcast

On Episode 86 of the Paperback Warrior Podcast, we explore team-based action adventure series including Phoenix Force, Alpha Team, SOBs, and so many more. This is a jam-packed episode that men’s adventure paperback fans won’t want to miss. Listen on any podcast app or www.paperbackwarrior.com or download directly here: https://bit.ly/2PQqTdJ (Music by Bensound)

Wes is joined by Comics Aficionados co-host Dok, award-winning comic book editor Joe Corallo, Jamie Andreassen and comic book retailer Pele. The Comics Aficionados break down all the latest comic book industry news and rumors. Marvel Comics announced Jonathan Hickman is leaving X-Men in July. Gerry Duggan is taking over the newly relaunched X-MEN #1, while Hickman is taking the reins to a secret title in September (02:05). DC Comics Round Robin tournament was narrowed to 8 pitches with creative teams included this week (39:15). Donny Cates' KING IN BLACK event wrapped up this week. Venom proved triumphant over Knull, will the Marvel Universe ever be the same? (50:30) Details finally emerged regarding Ray Fisher's grievances against Warner Bros., Joss Whedon and Geoff Johns (01:08:23). Longtime DC Comics veterans Peter J. Tomasi and Brad Walker announced they are helming a new independent comic series under Geoff Johns Mad Ghost imprint at Image Comics (01:29:54). In anticipation of the upcoming Moon Knight show on Disney+ Marvel are launching a new comic series from Jed McKay (01:40:10). Echo is the new Phoenix Force host after Jason Aaron's latest Avengers story arc (01:48:55). Finally, the gang hand out their comic book recommendations for the week (01:59:12). The Comics Aficionados break down all the latest comic book industry news and rumors.   Joe Corallo Twitter: @JoeCorallo   Dok Twitter: @DokTwoPointOh   Jaime Andreassen  Twitter: @WiccanBeyond   Pele Twitter: @Just_Pele   Thinking Critical YouTube Channel: youtube.com/c/ThiningCritical   Support Thinking Critical at Ko-fi. Monthly subscriptions receive bonus content and early access to some channel content. Ko-fi.com/thinkingcritical Thank you for supporting the channel!

Two major franchises collide this week as the Green Lanterns and the Federation take on Nekron! We talk The Last Witch #1, Avengers #40, Pizza and Taco, and His Dark Materials! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) NEWS https://www.ha.com/heritage-auctions-press-releases-and-news/mint-condition-pokemon-charizard-card-headed-to-heritage-auctions.s?releaseId=4067 https://twitter.com/NintendoNYC/status/1341790679291215874 https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-the-high-republic-new-trailer-panel-news https://youtu.be/uILPgvzj708 https://www.disneyplus.com/series/wandavision/4SrN28ZjDLwH https://youtu.be/KrbFLjWgr4U REVIEWS STEPHEN THE LAST WITCH #1 Writer: Conor McCreery Artist: VvGlass Publisher: BOOM! Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: January 6, 2021 It's the one time of the year when the witch known as Cailleach hunts the children of the village - so Saoirse, a brave and reckless young girl, decides this is the perfect opportunity to defy her father and discover the secrets of the witch's tower! But when the Cailleach captures Saoirse and her brother Brahm, their lives are forever changed in ways they never expected. Now, Saoirse will have to save everyone she loves by discovering the truth about the mysterious mark on her shoulder - and embracing her secret magical powers! [rating:4.5/5] MATTHEW AVENGERS #40 Writer: Jason Aaron Artist: Javi Garron Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $3.99 Release Date: December 30, 2020 The infamous firebird of cosmic destruction and rebirth known as the Phoenix Force has returned to Earth to find a new avatar. So now the Avengers and some of the most powerful heroes and villains in the Marvel Universe are being called into a competition unlike anything they've ever seen. A globe-spanning battle that will transform them all and ultimately decide...who will be the all-new Phoenix. [rating:3/5] RODRIGO PIZZA AND TACO: BEST PARTY EVER Writer: Stephen Shaskan Artist: Stephen Shaskan Publisher: Random House Books, Young Readers Cover Price: $9.99 Release Date: January 27, 2021 Pizza and Taco have the oh-so-relatable problem of not knowing what to do when boredom strikes. The answer? Throw a party! They have a location, and a guest list, and decorations. Everything is perfect... until it isn't. In fact, it's kind of a disaster! Ice Cream has a meltdown, and who knew Hamburger was lactose intolerant? (Who invited Cheeseburger anyway?) Well, now they know how not to throw a party! This hilarious young graphic novel with chapters will tickle the funny bones of kids ages 4-7 and bolster their reading confidence. [rating: 4/5] ASHLEY HIS DARK MATERIALS 2.7 (SEASON FINALE) Æsahættr Starring: Dafna Keene, Amir Wilson, Lin-Mauel Miranda Studio: HBO Max/BBC Release Date: 12/28/2020 As all paths converge on Cittàgazze, the mission to find Will's father becomes more pressing. Having survived the balloon crash, Jopari and Lee try to locate the knife bearer, but the Magisterium are in close pursuit. Ruta updates Serafina on Asriel's plans, but Serafina insists her duty is to Lyra. Mary consults the I Ching on her task after bidding goodbye to Angelica and Paola. [rating: 5/5] DISCUSSION Star Trek Green Lantern The Spectrum War Writer: Mike Johnson Artist: Angel Hernandez Publisher: IDW Publishing, DC Comics Cover Price: $19.99 Kirk and Spock make a most unusual discovery on a lost world: a ragtag group of Lanterns, lead by Hal Jordan, who were forced to flee a wave of destruction that wiped out their entire universe! But how did they get here? What does their arrival mean for the Federation? What exactly were they running from...and did it follow them? CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

Planet X: Comic Capers Episode #53 Phil and Lilith review Planet X from New X-Men #146-#150 (November 2003-February 2004) by Grant Morrison and artist Phil Jimenez featuring the 2nd death of Jean Grey and the further evolution of the Phoenix Force. Show Notes: Planet X: Comic Capers Episode #53 Get your OFFICIAL Capes and Lunatics merchandise here: http://shrsl.com/?idim Check out everything Capes and Lunatics here: www.capesandlunatics.org Follow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKezHc4vA7JKhIuBNmBmvrQ Follow us on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CLSidekicks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComicCapers/ Follow Phil Perich on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nightwingpdp Follow Lilith Hellfire on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LilithHellfire Produced by: http://www.southgatemediagroup.com Production Team: Phil Perich

2:16 James KaplanDo you think Endgame underutilized Captain Marvel? I think she had a few good scenes but was expecting her to be more central to the story given the end of Infinity War. I also thought that maybe her characterization suffered a bit from being filmed before her solo movie. Anyway, would love to know your thoughts. 6:39 Ronald AcostaHey Sean! I'm on the side that's against introducing mutants via a multiverse. I've always felt that it might steer on the edge of being too convoluted. However it looks more and more like that's going to be the case with both this latest Spider-Man trailer and the reports that Diego Luna's Ghost Rider on Hulu May introduce a different origin/setting being strong indicators.I have nothing against a multiverse, but regarding a multiverse introduction for Mutants, I'm apprehensive as this would be a fairly new concept to tackle in a live-action cinematic format. I'm more than sure Marvel Studios can get us there and I know it all comes down to the execution, but I'm just curious as to what your thoughts or concerns may be. Especially with regards to how this might be the way we get the X-Men in the MCU. I know a lot of us have asked multiple versions of this question in previous q&a's, but given this new context, do you have any strong ideas of how it should be handled if this is the case? Or will you take the wait and see approach?11:24 Woo S! KimWhat did you think of the “Tonight Show” cover “We didn't start the fire” featuring Marvel Studios' stars?  The reveal of Stan “The Man” got me right in the feels?11:51 Woo S! KimI was just thinking about this do you think this run that Marvel Studios is having from “Iron Man” to now is comparable to Pixar's great run from “Toy Story” to “Cars 2” in terms of box office and critical response?12:45 Robert KlauserHi Sean and Patrons. I know we discussed Thanos for a bit on the Office Hours channel, (which is awesome btw) but what do you think influences the stark (no pun intended) contrast between the benevolent of sorts Thanos in IW to the ruthless version we get in Endgame? Thanks.24:33 Orion ZangaraHey Sean, Thanks for being my favorite podcast! You guys absolutely rock! With the potential news that the marvel cinematic universe will become the marvel cinematic multiverse, do you think marvel studios will use this opportunity to create an “ultimate universe?” That way marvel studios doesn't have to reboot the entire cast and still have characters cross over between the primary universe. Thanks again!29:01 Michael WeaselboyHey Sean I have a Spider-Man question. Since Far From home counts as a Sony movie, and assuming Marvel and Sony will renew the deal for Spidey. What Marvel movie will Spidey appear in next?? I know they will likely do a third movie but that counts as Sony's movie, and with no Avengers movies planned for the next few years, what movie will he appear in next?? Could he guest star in Doctor Strange 2 or some other movie??36:41 Nick AdamsHey Sean I have a question about time travel in Endgame. They say that they have enough Pym particles for a round trip each. 2014 Nebula gives Thanos her final particle, but still manages to come back to 2023 with everyone else. Is this just a flaw, or am I missing something?Side note: just subscribed to the Patreon a week or so ago, and I'm loving every minute of it. Keep up the good work!40:09 Derek BeebeHey Sean, do you think there is any chance of a MCU Star Wars crossover movie, and if so, what would you like to see?  I could only assume such a story would be out-of-continuity for both franchises.41:07 Derek BeebeEven more unlikely, could you ever see a MCU / DC movie come to pass?  And who would you like the villain to be?  A single one or a MCU and DC villain teaming up as well?43:42 Derek BeebeDo you think the next mega phase of the MCU will revolve around a single McGuffin like the Infinity Gauntlet?  If so, what would it be?  My theory would be the emergence of the mutants and the Phoenix Force culminating in Avengers vs. X-Men for the fate of the Phoenix.  Of course, I do wonder if they would be willing do any version of Dark Phoenix for a third time.48:18 Giuseppe VicarettiHey Sean and fellow Patrons, after seeing Endgame 5 times now, and my question is could we see Spiderman step up his mantle and be the new "Iron Man" of this new generation of Avengers? Or would we be intrigued with Tony's Daughter stepping into the fold when she comes of age? I don't like the latter only because we would have to wait a good amount of time before seeing that, whereas Spiderman is sort of already stepping into it, so to speak. What are thoughts on this? Is there someone else I may have overlooked?51:26 Mookie JohnsonI find it interesting that MCU Spider-Man keeps introducing himself as "Peter Parker ". I recognize that it is amongst fellow heroes as far as we've seen through Endgame, but I thought that protecting his Identity has been a core trait. Is this something you find strange about his MCU characterization?53:08 Mookie JohnsonIn your head canon, who ran Wakanda during the 5 years of the royal children's absence, and do you think the transition of power back to T'Challa was universally accepted?56:56 Brian WhiteWhen Rhodey returns with the Power Stone, it comes in the Orb that we see in Guardians Volume 1, but Steve only returns to the past with the Power Stone in the suitcase. Going to be hard to restore the stone to its containment on Morag for Peter to find without that, I think. Thoughts on how Steve might correct this in Captain America 4, the movie or Disney Plus series (I hope!)? Thanks!58:39 Alex KleinBased off the new Spider-Man trailer and interview with Watts on Fandango, I'm wondering if Far From Home is going to play out more like Iron Man 3 than Ant Man/Antman&Wasp in terms of box office. Knowing this movie may heavily deal with Endgame fall out could push it to 1 billion.1:00:06 Conor KellyHi Sean, I'm a bit confused about the Fury/Parker dynamic from the “far from home” trailers and ending of endgame.In the trailers Fury is waiting in Peters room and hits Ned with tranquilliser. How come Peters spider senses didn't alert him that someone was there and why then did he say “you're Nick Fury” like he'd never seen him before? Surely they met at Tony's funeral as they were standing about 10feet apart during it!!1:04:04 Robert ReinekeHi Sean. Is it just me, or is it weird to be launching a Black Widow movie after we've just seen what's presumably her fate in Avengers: Endgame? I think many of us feel that Black Widow not having a solo movie was an oversight, and her not being with the mini-teamup of female heroes at the finale was something of a missed opportunity, but I don't think it's something that can be retroactively fixed.  The MCU has been good at moving forward, so it seems like a prequel is a little out of step with the rest of the movies. Your thoughts?1:09:04 Jeremy WatsonSean, did you think it odd that Endgame didn't make a single reference to Vision? Wanda sort of hinted at him in her encounter with Thanos but nothing up to that point. Do you expect Wandavision to be the next time we see or hear of him? Thanks!1:11:40 AdamHey Sean. I know this isn't strictly a MCU question but it relates to the TV shows. I have always loved the tv shows that marvel puts out but now with Disney + I'm wondering which of the shows are technically cannon and which ones I should continue with. I love agents of Shield but know that it's not Necessarily cannon anymore. Do you have any recommendations on which shows I should stick with and which shows to drop when it comes to the mcu as a whole. Thanks 1:14:37 Rich WardIn Endgame when Scott is sitting outside the Avengers compound eating, Nebula seems uncommonly mean here. As far as I know she's never met or interacted with Scott, but when she sees his lunch blow away and walks by she says: "Careful, Rhodey, there's an idiot in the landing zone." Small, silly thing, and led to one of favorite moments (Hulk handing Scott two of his tacos), but stands out to me during each watch. I get why Rhodes makes the comment he does, but why do you think Nebula acts that way?1:16:16 Rich WardIn several recent interviews, Joe and Anthony Russo have said that Cap going back in time to be with Peggy has created a new timeline.From the New York Daily News: “Basically, in order for Cap to have that experience with Peggy, he would've begun another timeline," Anthony said. “Let's say he went back and found Peggy at the moment after he went in the ice but before she married somebody else. He could've begun the life with her at that moment in an alternate timeline.”But, in an Fandango interview, writer Markus and McFeely "reject" that theory:Fandango: So people are asking... Does this mean an old Captain America was hanging out this whole time while another Captain America was saving the day?Christopher Markus: That is our theory. We are not experts on time travel, but the Ancient One specifically states that when you take an Infinity Stone out of a timeline it creates a new timeline. So Steve going back and just being there would not create a new timeline. So I reject the "Steve is in an alternate reality" theory.What are your thoughts on the disconnect? Do you think this is intentional, to create a bit of confusion and ambiguity, and to let Marvel reveal more about time travel, the multiverse, etc. in the years and stories ahead, or could it simply be that they disagree on the rules of time travel? It's hard to imagine these four making a movie like Endgame while disagreeing on such an important piece of the story. Or maybe it's not that important or hard to imagine and I'm thinking way too much about it!1:24:34 Hector Giovanni NavarreteIn regards to the Multiverse opening up in the MCU due to the events in AE. Do you believe it could've happened due to the fact that Thanos destroyed all of the Infinity Stones? I have only seen the movie twice so I am not sure if I understood 100% accurately the explanation of the Ancient One about what happens when a Stone is taken out of a certain timeline. She mentioned how that could create an alternate timeline. So could something similar or the Multiverse opening up happen when the Stones themselves are destroyed and essentially taken out of the current MCU timeline? Just something I was thinking about, could be totally wrong.1:26:48 Keith BarberHi Sean - If Tony's arc reactor in Endgame only powers the suit/nanotech and is no longer keeping Tony alive, why does the light go out when he dies? Sorry if this has already been addressed, I may have missed it.1:29:08 Chris CascioHey Sean just been thinking of our post endgame world the mcu is in. I was wondering outside of the Xmen or FF who are some of the heroes that you would like to see enter the MCU. Two for me are Captain Britain and Nova the Sam Alexander Nova.1:29:53 Giuseppe VicarettiAnother questuon I have for you Sean is, do you think the Black Widow and Hawkeye moment on Vormir was not handled the best way it could have been? My meaning is, do you think Hawkeyes death would have had a longer lasting impact on our characters? Also do you think they dragged out that scene longer than they should have? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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