Ben & Matt's Marvellous Journey

Hey wait a minute, Guardians 3 wasn't the first MCU project of 2023, and it's not 2024 yet! Why is there a new episode of Marvellous Journey?Well imaginary listener who is unrealistically invested on our sporadic podcast, the answer is we're kiiiind of bringing the show to an end and decided to go out on a high note. We did still discuss the rest of the 2023 films and shows but in a lightning-round fashion.So for probably the last time lets discuss the villains, the ending and who the final entries on the All-Marvel List are as our beloved space-faring scumbags wave farewell and James Gunn heads over to DC.

Hey, you know that segment we do at the end of every episode where we debate if an actor belongs on our list of top performances? And you know how we never actually read the list out anymore because it's become too long? And you know how we've ended up with a BUNCH of spare picks this year? Well, it's time for some tidying up!

In which we discuss Ryan Coogler trying to thread one of the most difficult needles in recent film history, annoying white people, the degree to which the supporting cast stepped up to fill a tragic void, and Tenoch 'Too Big' Huerta.

In which we discuss Marvel's first 'Special', the complex comic history of two relatively obscure characters, commitment to the genre and get into an intense debate about whether Gael Garcia Bernal belongs on our All-Marvel list. Plus Ben REALLY wants you to read Nextwave.

In which we discuss the internet's favourite MCU show, Marvel's struggles with commitment to a genre, yet more dodgy CGI, the great version of this show hiding within and of course everyone's favourite horn-head (now with extra emphasis on the horn).

In which we discuss how things could change so dramatically when running it back with the same creative vision, the transparency of Marvel making things up as they go, the ongoing visual effects crisis, whether Christian Bale deserves an All-Marvel nod and the awkward fit of trying to tell two stories in one.

In which we discuss the monumental shift in how television works over the last 15 years, the twisty turny creator intent for Kamala Khan, the ways in which Marvel can't help but meddle with a good thing, and sing the praises of Iman Vellani.

Bouncing back from all the negativity that comes with Moon Knight, Ben & Matt are thrilled to be in more positive territory again as they step into Sam Raimi's Multiverse of Madness.We discuss the troubled production, Raimi's return to the directing chair, the elaborate comic book inspirations, how it does (and doesn't) tie into WandaVision and Loki, Marvel's stunt casting problems and do our best to tackle the sticky villain situation.

Ben & Matt are back for another year and the vibes are absolutely rancid as they're forced to pick the bones of Moon Knight once again. From their love of the character in the comics to the production's many baffling decisions, it's a pretty intense episode for sure... Welcome back everyone!

It's time once again for The Reel World's two superhero podcasts to cross the streams, as Ben, Matt, Jerome & Brian break down Phase 4 of the MCU and answer some burning questions. Plus the ever-chaotic combined rankings of every movie and show. Enjoy the madness!

Although we've come to the end of the road, still I can't let go, it's unnatural, you belong to me, I belong to you. Wait, that's something else. Yes, it's time to complete the 2021 Volume of the Podcast with a dramatic shift in opinion of Spider-Man: No Way Home. We talk COVID struggles, bad CGI and the grim future of the MCU.

The last of Marvel's forays into television in 2021 of course means a discussion of Bumblebee, the Jeremy Renner App, Hawaiian Shirt Blastoise and a dog solving a murder.

It's only fitting that one of Marvel's weirdest movies would lead to one of our weirdest episodes as we set out to defend the much-maligned cosmic tale... only to criticise it for an hour. Can Ben argue Harry Styles onto the All-Marvel list? Can Matt convince Ben that Thena's arc is Actually Good? Let's find out!

Who wants to hear a surprising amount of talk about Iron Fist? Nobody? Well too bad! You also get to hear us gush about Tony Leung and open up the old wounds of Marvel's third act problem... So there's that!

Black Widow FINALLY came out after extensive Covid-delays but was simply too addicted to drama, giving your hosts a wealth to dig into. Not that there's much time after all the gushing about Florence Pugh...

At last, a television show that knows it's a television show. Bizarrely, we think it's better for it! Your hosts discuss the tight-knit cast, the consistent quality, the bombastic guest appearance and what it all means for the future.

Urghhhh. We all knew this day would come, but that doesn't make your hosts any happier about it. Gather around one and all to hear about the woeful handling of John Walker, the passivity of the leads and how ill-equipped the show as to tackle racism, as well as the few high points.

Their look back at 2021 begins with Marvel's first proper adventure into the medium of television, and boy is there a lot of television involved! They talk the gimmick, the cast, future ramifications and have a difficult call to make with their All-Marvel actors list.

Unfortunately, the show no longer works as originally designed, so it's time for an overhaul ahead of a full return. This episode acts as a primer on content changes and release schedule going forward. Plus some shots fired at a certain 2021 MCU project...

Jerome and Brian discuss their final movie of season, the highest grossing film of all-time, Avengers; Endgame. They spend nearly two hours breaking down the different aspects of the film and its placement in the Pantheon should be little in doubt. The second half of the show features Ben Phillips and Matt Waters coming onto discuss their master list of the first 23 movies of the MCU. Please forgive Matt Waters in his wrongness. Despite this fact, he and Ben were great guests.