Binge Mode: Marvel

Mal and Jason explore ‘Star Wars: Episode I—The Phantom Menace’ by discussing origins, explaining midi-chlorians, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations, and awarding the medal of bravery to a precocious force-user. Hosts: Mallory Rubin, Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason explore issues 1-18 of the epic space fantasy comic ‘Saga’ by discussing how family ties affect the central characters, examining the real-life history of proxy wars, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the first 18 issues, and celebrating a wise author. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason explore issues 19-36 of the epic space fantasy comic ‘Saga’ and discuss how the dynamics of family bend and, sometimes, break. They also examine the history of challenged books and comic books throughout history, all before celebrating the wonderful character that is Noreen. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason explore issues 37-54 of ‘Saga’ and discuss how loss can be devastating and still spar a chance for growth. They also examine the history of comets and how it has dictated more of human history than we may realize, all before celebrating the wonderful character that is Marko. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion return to take their signature deep dives into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, covering all 23 films!' Binge Mode: Marvel' launches October 27. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason take their first deep dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and explore 'Iron Man,' the film that started an international pop culture dynasty. They dive into the iconic film's development and the "futurist" theme at the movie's core, and then they share six of their favorite nuggets hidden in Marvel's flagship adventure. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason smash into the MCU's second outing and dive into 'The Incredible Hulk.' They explore what made the Ed Norton–led adventure an apt kickoff for the character in the MCU. They also talk about the film's development and why we have not seen Norton, or many other of the film's elements, in other Marvel films. They also share their six favorite nuggets and debate the winner of this Easter egg–rich, rage-filled film. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason suit up once more and dive deep into the bombastic 'Iron Man 2.' They discuss the film's big theme of legacy and how the ghosts of Tony's past come back to haunt him. They also take a look at the history of James Rhodes, a.k.a. War Machine, and more Iron Man tech. Lastly, Mal and Jason battle for the film's winner: Pepper Potts or Howard Stark. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I like this podcast. Another! Mal and Jason wake from the Odin sleep, pick up the hammer, and dive deep into the thunderous MCU debut of the god himself, Thor! They explore the theme of worthiness as it relates to the god of thunder and how that translates to his role in the Avengers. Then they find out what makes something like the Destroyer tick and finally debate the winner of the film: Loki or Odin. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'Mal and Jason shield up and make their way to the Stark Expo to dive deep into the first adventure of the first Avenger, Captain America. They explore Steve Rogers's compassion and what made him the ideal candidate for the greatest glow-up known to humanity. They also take a look at their favorite nuggets from the film including the best of Peggy Carter and the Howling Commandos, and then they debate this episode's winner. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason lift off from the helicarrier and dive deep into one of the biggest blockbusters of them all for the culmination of Phase 1: 'The Avengers'! They talk about the film's development, how the theme of teamwork makes the film soar, and why the movie is important to pop culture. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mal and Jason dive deep into your questions about Phase 1 of the MCU and beyond. They touch on topics such as companions for Baby Yoda, Marvel lovers, the best MCU Quidditch team, and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Admit it, you're connected to this pod! Mal and Jason are combat-ready and here to kick off phase two, Iron Man 3. They examine the theme of scars in Robert Downey Jr.'s final solo film in the MCU and how the aftermath of "The Avengers" will forever change Tony. They also take away the false faces and debate the true winner of the film: Trevor Slattery or Harley Keener. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Satisfaction is not in this movie's nature! Mal and Jason join forces once again to dive into one of the most criticized films in the MCU, 'Thor: The Dark Wold.' In this episode, they explore the film's development and the contentious circumstances under which the project was made, including director changes and more. They also discuss their favorite Easter eggs, including the unlikely introduction to a beloved character that you may have missed. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On your left! Mal and Jason are diving deep into 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier,' one of the MCU's most celebrated solo films. They discuss the influences of '70s spy thrillers and the unparalleled action throughout Steve Rogers's second stand-alone film. They also talk about the bonds that form and break as the world of S.H.I.E.L.D comes crumbling down. After this, the MCU will never be the same. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices