Best Mutant Characters Podcasts (2025)

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Peacemaker S02E05 (with Rod & Teej) 1:05:38

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With recent events surrounding Disney, we've decided we'll be covering the DCU on the main feed for the next few weeks, so you can expect our Peacemaker reviews to no longer be behind the wall. AC is unavailable, so Jake is joined by friends Rod & Teej to discuss the fifth episode of season two of Peacemaker (and some other tangents)!Follow Rod: @r…

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#192 – Marvel Zombies: What to Expect After What If…Zombies?! 15:20

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Marvel Maniac is back with a chilling primer for Marvel’s Marvel Zombies, the new animated event dropping this week. Eric Sequeira (aka Mr. Honest) recaps the unforgettable What If…? Zombies episode and digs into what might come next: Hulk, Bucky, and Okoye — are they really gone? Why Marvel’s zombies are scarier than shamblers The rumor of Zombie …

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#191 – MCU One-Scene Wonders: The Characters Who Stole the Spotlight 11:42

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Not every Marvel legend wears a cape. Some show up for a single scene, drop one unforgettable line, and leave a mark on the MCU forever. From Miriam Sharpe in Civil War to Pizza Poppa in Multiverse of Madness, Eric counts down the best one-scene wonders across the Marvel Cinematic Universe.These quick cameos, civilians, and side characters prove th…

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#190 – Shang-Chi Deserves More: Rings, Legacy, and a Cornerstone Avenger 28:57

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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is one of Marvel’s most original, heartfelt, and promising films — and yet four years later, there’s still no sequel. In this special, Eric (Mr. Honest) dives into why Shang-Chi matters: The open-arms tone that makes the movie an escape Shang & Katy’s friendship over romance Wenwu’s gut-punch tragedy and th…

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#189 – X-Men: First Class (2011) 21:00

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Eric revisits X-Men: First Class, the sharp, stylish prequel that redefined the X-Men without Wolverine at the center. Set during the Cuban Missile Crisis, this 2011 film explores the fragile brotherhood between Charles Xavier and Erik Lehnsherr, the tragedy of Darwin, Mystique’s choice, and Kevin Bacon’s underrated turn as Sebastian Shaw. Why does…

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DCUniversity - Episode 01 54:05

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Welcome to this completely new and exciting podcast exploring the burgeoning DC Cinematic Universe! Your hosts Anthony Canton III and Jake Christie discuss James Gunn's new comments about MAN OF TOMORROW, recap some of their favorite plotlines in PEACEMAKER season two, and debate what's going on with Batman in this universe. Join us on this excitin…

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#188 – Daredevil S1 — The Devil in the Details 28:28

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Mr. Honest is back in Hell’s Kitchen. This lean, no-filler breakdown of Daredevil Season 1 hits the big beats that made Marvel’s street-level corner legendary: the confession booth thesis, the Episode 2 hallway fight, Fisk’s brutal rise (and Vanessa’s influence), Foggy’s heartbreak, Karen’s line in the sand, and the red-suit coronation. Along the w…

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Discussing Phase Five "What Ifs?" (+News & Notes) 1:03:54

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There have been a lot of inflection points over the past few years of the MCU. What if this movie had gone differently? What if this choice was made instead? AC and Jake, after discussing some superhero movie news, discuss ten hypothetical questions about the last phase of the MCU and how things might have shaken out differently.JOIN OUR PATREON: p…

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X-Men '97: Great X-Pectations 35:58

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While we wait for new episodes, Hilary and Nic dive into the X-Men '97 prequel comic!By Radio Meanwhile

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Ranking Every MCU Final Fight! 1:26:18

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With some time before the next MCU release, AC and Jake take a fan suggestion and rank every final fight scene in the MCU, 37-to-1!JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFollow the show: @mcuniversitypodFollow AC: @anthonycanton_3Follow Jake: @thejakechristieBy Marvel Cinematic University

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#187 – Marvel Maniac Returns Sept 8th 0:59

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A quick update, Maniacs — Marvel Maniac will be back on Monday, September 8th! We’re returning with Daredevil Season 1 twice a week (Mondays + Wednesdays), plus movie & series episodes every Friday. And don’t miss the relaunch of Magic Muggle: A Harry Potter Aftershow!Thank you for supporting the show and being part of this community — we can’t wai…

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#186 – Daredevil S1E1 — Into the Ring 22:20

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Today we kick off the Defenders Saga with Daredevil Season 1, Episode 1: Into the Ring.From Matt Murdock’s tragic childhood accident to the gritty streets of Hell’s Kitchen, this first chapter introduces us to Nelson & Murdock, Karen Page, and a city still reeling from The Incident — the Battle of New York. While the Avengers saved the world, the a…

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#185 – X-Men Origins: Wolverine – A Multiverse Misfit with Claws 19:51

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Before Deadpool & Wolverine, there was X-Men Origins: Wolverine — the first solo outing for Logan, packed with bone claws, Sabretooth rivalry, and some of the most divisive choices in Marvel movie history. Eric dives into the highs (that war montage, the emotional farmer scene) and the lows (Weapon XI, anyone?) while reframing the entire film throu…

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The DOOMSDAY Character Draft (with Anthony Mayes & Dalbin Osorio) 1:12:59

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In this special episode, AC and Jake bring on Anthony Mayes and Dalbin Osorio to draft their squads of characters that we know will be appearing in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY (plus one that we speculate will be). Who put together the best team of six?Follow Mayes: @CornPuzzleJOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFollow the show: @mcuniversitypodFoll…

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#184 – Loki Season 2 Finale — Glorious Purpose 22:08

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The Loki Season 2 finale isn’t just an ending — it’s one of the most powerful acts of heroism in MCU history. Eric dives deep into Loki’s transformation from God of Mischief to God of Stories, the centuries he spent mastering the Loom, and the mythic Yggdrasil throne that now holds the multiverse together. Plus: theories on Kang’s fate, Doctor Doom…

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Road to Doomsday - Spider-Man Hype (with Dalbin Osorio) 1:06:07

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There have been so many updates - casting, set photos, you name it! - for SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY, we had to do another pod on our excitement! AC and Jake are joined by friend of the show Dalbin Osorio to talk all of their expectations of the next installment of our friendly neighborhood web-slinger!JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFo…

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#183 – X-Men: The Last Stand — Mutant Cure, Phoenix Fury 25:33

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Eric dives into the X-Men trilogy finale — the mutant cure, Jean’s tragic rise as Phoenix, Magneto’s bridge move, Storm’s leadership, and the Xavier/Magneto bond. Big moments, bigger riffs, all heart. Special thanks to my co-producer, Nova, for helping shape the structure and flow of this episode. CREDITS:Co-Producer: Nova – Creative collaborator a…

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#182 – Loki S2E5 — “Science/Fiction”: Loki’s Most Human Hour 16:49

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Fresh out of the multiverse meltdown from last week, Loki finds himself slipping through timelines where the TVA never happened — and his friends are living completely different lives. From jet-ski dad to Alcatraz escapee, each version feels real, grounded, and worth saving.In this breakdown of Science/Fiction, I talk about why this might be the sh…

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The Thing: Picnic Panic 42:48

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To celebrate the release of the new Fantastic Four movie we are crossing over with This Endorian Life to cover a forgotten Marvel cartoon.

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#181 – X2: X-Men United (2003) – When the X-Men Truly Took Flight 16:30

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The mutants are back, and this time they’re united! Join Eric, a.k.a. Mr. Honest, as we revisit X2: X-Men United (2003)—a sequel that takes everything the first X-Men movie started and cranks it up to eleven.From Nightcrawler’s legendary White House attack to Magneto’s jaw-dropping prison break, X2 delivers action, heart, and the perfect balance of…

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LSG 019: Ralph Miranda talks opening doors in Gyromite with Nintendo’s infamous R.O.B. robot, jump kicking punks with SEGA sneakers in Streets of Rage, and whipping vampires while wearing a leather loincloth ... 1:56:38

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Welcome to Episode 19 of Load Save Game, a podcast where I talk to people about their personal journey with video games. I am your host Jose Eusebio. My guest today is my wonderful friend Ralph Miranda. Ralph is an illustrator, a production artist, and storyboarder. Ralph has worked on marketing campaigns for big brands, movies, tv shows, and sever…

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Eyes of Wakanda (with Rod Morrow) 48:50

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With AC on vacation with the family, Jake brings on Rod Morrow to discuss the new animated Disney+ series EYES OF WAKANDA, which chronicles four moments in history of Wakandans venturing out to take back their technology. They discuss the series's limitations, its surprisingly violent action, and whether short series like it work in the MCU going f…

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#180 – Loki S2 Ep 4 – The Heart of the TVA 12:36

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In this episode of Marvel Maniac: An MCU Aftershow, Eric (Mr. Honest) dives into Loki Season 2, Episode 4 – The Heart of the TVA.Victor Timely finally arrives at the TVA, but the team’s optimism quickly turns into heartbreak. We break down Timely’s tragic fate, the TVA’s wasted time and indecision, and what this cliffhanger means for the Multiverse…

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#179 – X-Men (2000) – The Movie That Started It All 15:49

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We’re rewinding the clock all the way back to the year 2000 with X-Men—the film that kickstarted Marvel’s big-screen era and paved the way for the MCU as we know it.Join Eric (Mr. Honest) as he revisits Magneto’s powerful origin, Wolverine’s unforgettable introduction, and the film’s lasting impact on superhero movies.What’s your favorite X-Men mom…

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#178 – Loki S2E3 – "1893” The Man Who Could Be Kang 15:58

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Loki and Mobius time-skip to the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair in search of temporal trouble — and find Victor Timely, a twitchy inventor who may hold the key to the multiverse. Eric breaks down this theatrical, chaotic episode full of looming threats, Kang teases, and one terrifying Miss Minutes. Plus: reflections on Tom Hiddleston’s powerful performa…

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THE FANTASTIC FOUR - FIRST STEPS Review (with Cecelia Alfonso-Stokes, Howard Bryant, & Rod Morrow) 1:58:37

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Marvel's First Family has finally arrived in the MCU, and so AC and Jake had to bring on some good friends - Cecelia, Howard, and Rod - to discuss their first entry in the franchise. They give their thoughts on the family dynamics, the strength of the performances, and what the movie is or isn't missing. Yes, the conversation goes longer than the r…

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#177 – The Internet Reacts to Fantastic 4: Pure MCU Buzz

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I couldn’t stop thinking about Fantastic Four—and apparently, neither could the rest of the internet. This quick follow-up episode dives into real fan reactions from Reddit, shares early MCU predictions, and explores why this movie already feels iconic.From Silver Surfer stans to Doom truthers, the buzz is very real—and it might just signal the sta…

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#176 – The Fantastic 4: First Steps Reaction 16:33

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Mr. Honest returns fresh out of the theater to share his raw, unfiltered reaction to Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) — a movie bursting with cosmic power, heart-wrenching decisions, and the return of Marvel’s first family.We break down:💥 The surprise opening and fast storytelling🧬 The central role of baby Franklin Richards🌌 Silver Surfer’s emoti…

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Road to Doomsday - Mutants (with Dpalm) 1:11:33

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Our Road to Doomsday series continues, with AC and Jake bringing on friend of the show Dpalm to first discuss Kevin Feige's recent interview, then the future of the X-Men in the MCU, up to AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY and beyond, as they reboot the characters.Follow Dpalm: @dpalm66JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFollow the show: @mcuniversitypod…

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#175 – Loki S2E2 – “Breaking Brad” Free Will, Pie & Sylvie’s Peace 13:04

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Loki and Mobius track down a rogue TVA agent-turned-Hollywood star in Breaking Brad, a quieter but crucial episode full of tension, transformation, and timeline chaos. Mr. Honest dives into Sylvie’s surprising life choice, Loki’s evolution as a leader, and how General Dox’s brutal actions reshape the multiversal stakes.Plus: pie rooms, free will vs…

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X-Men '97: Tolerance is Extinction Parts 2 and 3 52:31

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And that's a wrap on an eventful first season of X-Men '97!

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#174 – Black Widow – “The Red Ledger” 16:06

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In this retrospective look at Black Widow, Eric revisits Natasha Romanoff’s long-awaited solo film with fresh perspective. Four years after its release, this movie hits differently — not just as a farewell to Natasha, but as the true beginning of Yelena Belova’s rise in the MCU.From the family dynamic to the emotional weight of the photo album, fro…

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#173 – Loki S2E1 – “Ouroboros” Breaking Time 16:59

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The Sacred Timeline is no longer sacred. In the Season 2 premiere of Loki, “Ouroboros,” we watch the God of Mischief violently time-slip across a TVA unraveling at the seams. Eric breaks down the emotional core of Loki’s journey, Tom Hiddleston’s powerful delivery, and the cinematic VFX that elevate this premiere to something special.Plus: our firs…

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SUPERMAN Review (with Rod & Teej) 1:50:39

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It's a bird... it's a plane... it's our review of James Gunn's triumphant SUPERMAN! Jake and AC are joined by friends Rod and Teej to celebrate and discuss the first film in the new DCU, SUPERMAN. They break down how the character's goodness is portrayed, Lex Luthor's status as an elite hater, and the wide cast of side characters. Follow Rod: @rodi…

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X-Men '97: Tolerance is Extinction Part 1 39:32

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Eric and Hilary begin the long discussion on the X-Men '97 season finale.

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#172 – Multiverse Fatigue? Or Just Misunderstood? 7:54

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“Multiverse fatigue” has become the buzzword of the moment — but is the concept really broken, or just misunderstood?In this tight Friday feature, Eric unpacks what’s gone wrong with Marvel’s multiverse storytelling… and what’s still so powerful about it when done right. From Loki to Deadpool, No Way Home to Multiverse of Madness, this episode digs…

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The Phase Five Awards! (with Cecelia Alfonso-Stokes & Hunter Radesi) 1:20:34

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With the conclusion of Ironheart, Phase 5 is complete! So AC and Jake bring on friends Cecelia and Hunter to give out some awards (Best Performance, Biggest Disappointment, et al) and share their rankings of the shows and movies of the phase. Follow Cecelia: @ceceliamstokes1Follow Hunter: @hradesi14JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFollo…

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#171 – Phase 5 Review 35:02

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After months of coverage, it’s finally time to look back on everything Phase 5 brought to the MCU. From Quantumania to Ironheart, from multiversal madness to gritty street-level arcs — this is the full journey, in order, through the most unpredictable phase yet.Eric reflects on the highs, the stumbles, and the moments that hit harder than expected.…

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#170 – Ironheart Ep. 6 – “The Past Is the Past” Goodbyes, Growth & The Final Fight 18:10

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The Ironheart finale delivers big magic, big emotion, and one hell of a Mephisto moment.As Parker Robbins' origin unfolds in full devilish detail, Riri faces off against both Ezekiel and the Hood—only to come face-to-face with Mephisto himself. Did she take the deal? Is Natalie truly back? And what does this mean for the MCU’s mystical future?Eric …

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IRONHEART - Episodes 4-6 (with Rod) 1:23:10

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AC's long national nightmare is over! We're joined by Rod Morrow - a mainstay of the show - to discuss the second half of IRONHEART, including, but not limited to, the introduction of a certain devilish character!Follow Rod: @rodimusprimeJOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodVote on the Phase 5 Awards: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIp…

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#169 – Ironheart Ep. 5 – “Karma’s a Glitch” Stolen Suits, Dark Magic, Dormammu 13:17

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Riri faces her toughest battle yet as the Hood’s grip tightens and Ezekiel returns as a full-blown cyber-enhanced villain. With her suit destroyed, her heart shattered, and Natalie glitching beyond repair, Riri must dig deep—turning grief into fuel and magic into armor. From a brutal White Castle showdown to a garage filled with memory and meaning,…

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#168 – Ironheart Ep. 4 – “Bad Magic” Parallel Planes & PTSD 20:32

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Riri’s past comes back to haunt her as she faces the emotional fallout of John’s death—and the cloth in her pocket may be more cursed than anyone imagined. As Parker builds a villain squad and Natalie becomes almost too real, Riri's world unravels in ways that mirror Tony Stark’s darkest days. Magic, trauma, and heartbreak collide in an episode tha…

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IRONHEART - Episodes 1-3 (with Rod Morrow) 1:18:38

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We've got a new MCU series to discuss! Riri Williams is back so AC and Jake brought on Rod Morrow to discuss the first three episodes of the long-awaited IRONHEART!Follow Rod: @rodimusprimeJOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypodFollow the show: @mcuniversitypodFollow AC: @anthonycanton_3Follow Jake: @thejakechristie…

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#167 – Ironheart Ep. 3 – “We in Danger, Girl” Magic, Murder & Machine Learning 20:52

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Riri’s in deeper than ever as this week’s heist spirals into a full-blown crisis. Natalie starts to feel more human, Joe drops a massive MCU bombshell, and The Hood reveals just how far he’ll go to get what he wants. With Chicago burning in the background, a devastating loss shakes the crew—and Riri’s left questioning everything.We’re halfway throu…

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#166 – Ironheart Ep. 2 – “Will the Real Natalie Please Stand Up?”: AI, Grief, Trouble Ahead 20:33

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The mystery of Natalie deepens—and Riri Williams is caught between genius and grief. From an awkward crew meetup to a dangerous heist beneath Chicago, Episode 2 brings big questions, magical mayhem, and a whole lot of moral gray. I break down Joe’s shady tech stash, The Hood’s villain speech, and what might be Marvel’s boldest AI storyline yet.Also…

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#165 – Ironheart Ep. 1 – “Take Me Home” Spark, Crash, Rise 16:17

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Ironheart is here—and she’s flying straight out of Chicago. In this premiere episode of Marvel’s latest series, we meet Riri Williams, a genius with big dreams, no money, and more heart than the system knows what to do with. I break down her Stark-sized ambition, the gut-punch of expulsion, the debut of The Hood, and the mysterious final twist that…