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358. The Marvels REVIEW (SPOILERS) Nov 16, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 Disney/Marvel Studios' Film “The Marvels” or do not mind hearing key plot points. The Marvels is the latest entry to the wide-ranging Marvel Cinematic Universe. It is the 33rd overall film. It is a sequel to 2019's Captain Marvel. It stars Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, and Iman Vellani. and Samuel L. Jackson, and is part of Phase Five of the MCU. This movie draws from storylines first introduced in the Disney+ series Wandavision and Ms. Marvel. It was also the lowest box office opening of any Marvel film in terms of revenue. Destiny Jackson of Deadline rejoins the podcast to review this film. Topics include the need to see the Disney+ shows for this movie to make sense. Does the box office force Marvel to pivot its storylines? Also, the impact of the end credit scenes on the overall MCU is discussed.

357. The State of Marvel Studios (Part 2 of 2) (+ Breaking News) Nov 09, 2023

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As this podcast is released, news broke that the SAG-AFTRA strike was over. A tentative agreement was reached on Wednesday, November 8th, and already Hollywood projects (including superhero ones) are being immediately restarted. The State of Marvel Studios is in flux. Recently reports that a summit meeting of Marvel executives took place where they discussed many challenges the studio faces. One is the saga of Jonathan Majors, who is charged with domestic abuse. Majors plays Kang the Conqueror, aka He Who Remains. Do they recast? Or, does the MCU pivot away from Kang altogether, and introduce another big bad? Other rumors surfaced that Marvel is considering bringing back the original Avengers, using the multiverse as a plot device. Author and reporter Tara Bennett rejoins the podcast for Part 2 of this Marvel discussion. In 2021, she and co-author Paul Terry released “The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.” For this book, she and Terry were embedded in the Marvel Studios' offices and had unmitigated access. Bennett currently writes for Sci-Fi Wire, IGN, Paste, SFX Magazine, and others. She has written 32 books. In addition to the breaking news covered in this episode, Bennett also discusses the culmination of the MCU's success, Infinity War & Endgame. She also addresses the use of Spider-Man in the MCU.

356. The State of Marvel Studios (Part 1 of 2) Nov 02, 2023

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This month on the podcast (November '23) is concentrated on Marvel, namely the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The MCU has been a centerpiece of superhero pop culture since Iron Man debuted in 2008. Recent reports have suggested the Marvel is in a slump, and there is something called superhero fatigue. Still, Marvel's history has had its share of ups and downs. To understand where Marvel is going, it's key to understand where it's been. Tara Bennett is an author and reporter. In 2021, she and co-author Paul Terry released “The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.” For this book, she and Terry were embedded in the Marvel Studios' offices and had unmitigated access. Bennett currently writes for Sci-Fi Wire, IGN, Paste, SFX Magazine, and others. At the time of this episode's release, she has written 32 books. In this episode, Bennett discusses how Marvels growth prohibits the studio from doing a better job of connecting their storylines, and how the company is spread thin. Topics include the controversies surrounding The Incredible Hulk in 2009, the purchase of Marvel by Disney, and the death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman. This is part 1 of a 2-part discussion on the current state of the MCU. Get “The Story of Marvel Studios” here: https://a.co/d/0xmDx4X.

355. Justice League: Warworld REVIEW w/ Co-Writer Ernie Altbacker Oct 26, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 WBD/DC Comics animated movie “Justice League: Warworld” or do not mind hearing key plot points. Justice League: Warworld is the latest entry into the group of DC Universe animated direct-to-video releases. It is the 7th movie in the universe that has become known as the “Tomorrow-Verse,” named after the initial film Superman: Man of Tomorrow. The film is written by Ernie Altbacker, Jeremy Adams, and Josie Campbell and directed by Jeff Wamester and stars Stana Katic, Darren Criss, and Jensen Ackles. All three writers and executive producer Jim Krieg have been on this podcast. Altbacker rejoins the show to review this movie. His previous appearance was Episode 261. In this film, Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman are abducted and are psychically made to believe that they are in other worlds. Then, they have to unite to battle the villain Mongul. A sequel, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, is set for release in 2024.

354. VO Actor Julie Nathanson on Voicing 100 Video Games Oct 19, 2023

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Longtime voice actor Julie Nathanson recently joined Riot Games' League of Legends as “Briar,” the latest champion. That became Nathanson's 100th voiceover credit. Nathanson's credits span the realms of video games, animated films and television, and even some live-action roles in her early days in the industry. Including the aforementioned League of Legends/“Briar” role, Nathanson's video game credits are spotlighted by her recently-released NPC companion Marika Boros in Bethesda Game Studios' Starfield, and long-running gig as “Samantha Maxis” in the Call of Duty franchise – most recently in Call of Duty: Cold War. In the animation world, Nathanson is well-known for her performances as “Crimson Widow” in Marvel's Avengers; “Gilda Dent” and “Silver Banshee” in the DC Universe Movies Batman: The Long Halloween and Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay, respectively, and “Rosalie Rowan” in The Zeta Project. In this episode, Nathanson explains the differences between video game acting and standard animation. She also discussed her early roles in The Zeta Project and the 2003 Spider-Man MTV Series. This is her second appearance on the podcast, having come on Episode 245 to discuss her Long Halloween role of Gilda Dent. Follow Julie on social media @Julie_Nathanson.

353. Doom Patrol Stars Jovian Wade & April Bowlby Oct 12, 2023

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On October 12, 2023 (the day of this episode's release), the final six episodes of the DC Comics/MAX series Doom Patrol will premiere. Two of the show's stars are in this episode. Jovian Wade plays Victor Stone/Cyborg and April Bowlby plays Rita Farr/Elasti-Woman. They both appeared at the Garden State Comics Fest on June 24, 2023. This episode was recorded there. Wade is a British Actor who has been on the BBC shows Big School and EastEnders, before landing the role of Cyborg. Bowlby is from California and was on Two and a Half Men and Drop Dead Diva before landing the role of Rita. Doom Patrol premiered in 2019 on the now-defunct DC Universe app. In Season 2, it moved to HBO Max. The final 6 episodes are premiering on MAX, the third streaming app to air the show. The show is based on the comic book series of the same name and also stars Brendan Fraser as Cliff Steele/Robotman, Diane Guerrero as Crazy Jane, and Matt Bomer as Larry Trainor/Negative Man among the cast.

352. Star Wars: Ashoka REVIEW (SPOILERS) Oct 05, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 Lucasfilm/Disney+ Star Wars series “Ashoka” or do not mind hearing key plot points. Ashoka is an 8-episode series that just finished premiering on Disney+. It stars Rosario Dawson as Ashoka Tano, former Padawan of Anakin Skywalker. Her character was introduced in the animated series “The Clone Wars.” Her character was also featured in “Rebels.” Recently, Dawson began her portrayal in live action during The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. HOJ Star Wars Insider JC Reifenberg returns to the podcast. In this episode, the storyline is discussed. The focus is on the characters beyond Tano, that come from the Rebels series. Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, Ezra Bridger, and their droid Chopper all make appearances for the first time in live-action and play key roles. Their quest and confrontation with Grand Admiral Thrawn is also debated, as he is a villain from Rebels but also the focus on a Star Wars novel entitled “Heir to the Empire.” Reifenberg owns the Scum and Villainy Cantina in Hollywood, California.

351. BREAKING NEWS: End of WGA Strike 2023 Sep 28, 2023

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This episode reflects on the news that the Writer's Guild of America settled its strike against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The WGA announced they were thrilled with the resolution. The main issues were streaming residuals, AI integration, and higher wages. The actor's union, SAG-AFTRA remains on strike with negotiations scheduled as of the release of this podcast. Rahul Telang is Trustees professor of Information systems at the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University and at the Tepper School of Business. He joined this episode to discuss the issues that led to the strike, and where will the streaming industry go, paying particular attention to the superhero genre. Dr. Telang does extensive consulting and speaking at various firms. In particular, he has been working closely with Disney and Warner Brothers on their streaming and Home Entertainment business strategy including pricing, streaming, and licensing strategies.

350. My Adventures with Superman with Josie Campbell (SPOILERS) Sep 21, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 WBD/DC Comics animated series “My Adventures with Superman” or do not mind hearing key plot points. My Adventures with Superman debuted in 2023 on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim and aired on the streaming app MAX. The 10-episode first season recently completed its run. Josie Campbell was a co-producer and writer on the show, and she returns for her second appearance on the podcast (Episode 317). In this episode, Campbell explains how this show is unique to other Superman series and films. She talks about the decision to make Clark, Lois, and Jimmy interns at the Daily Planet, and Superman doesn't have all of his powers yet. There is also a lot of homage to other Superman media and Campbell explains precisely how the film respects what's been done in the past, yet doesn't repeat the same plot. This episode also explains how animation is not part of the WGA or SAG-AFTRA strike, but rather a separate working arrangement covered by a different contract. For more information on Josie, check out her website: https://cozyjamble.com/.

349. David Hayter (Actor, VO Artist, Screenwriter) Sep 14, 2023

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David Hayter is a noted actor and voice actor who is known for many anime roles. He is the English-language voice actor for Solid Snake and Naked Snake in the Metal Gear video game series. He also voiced Captain America in the 1990s Spider-Man: The Animated Series. Recently, Hayter voiced King Shark in the CW DC TV Show “The Flash.” Hayter is also a noted screenwriter. He wrote the original X-Men movie from the year 2000. He also wrote X2: X-Men United. In 2009, he wrote Watchmen, directed by Zack Snyder (Episode 28). In this episode, Hayter in limited time, discusses all his superhero projects. This episode was recorded live at the FAN EXPO Philadelphia Comic-Con. This episode also addresses the latest events surrounding the strikes by SAG-AFTRA and the Writer's Guild of America.

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