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On today's issue of Comicast, Jong finally caught up on Rings of Power, what did he think of season 2? Plus, the guys discuss Simon Kinberg writing/producing a new Star Wars trilogy, whether the new trilogy should be an all new story or a continuation, where does Rey's solo film fit into this, concerns about Kinberg's movie track record, Andor season 2 getting a release date, Denzel's comments about a role being written for him in Black Panther 3, and finally how many superhero films made Collider's Top 100 films? Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts!  Timecodes: Introductions/We're in the Bluesky Now - (00:36)Jong's Rings of Power S2 Thoughts - (06:18)Andor Season 2 Has a Release Date - (20:22)Simon Kinberg Set to Helm New Star Wars Trilogy, Good Choice? - (24:11)Denzel Washington in Black Panther 3?! - (45:36)Collider's Top 100 Movies, How Many Superhero Movies Made It? - (52:04)Goodbyes - (57:25)Follow Jong and Michael on social media.  Bluesky: @one-punch.bsky.social & @producermike975.bsky.socialThreads: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com

The season finale of The Penguin is here and the guys are back breaking it all down. Find out what the guys thought of that absolutely tragic season finale, where Oz goes from here, the tease to that certain bat, and more! Plus, the guys discuss the new trailers for What If...? Season 3, Captain America: Brave New World, and Thunderbolts*. Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts!  Timecodes: Introductions - (00:00:36)The Penguin Season Finale Spoiler Review - (00:02:01)What If...? Season 3 Trailer - (00:45:20)Captain America: Brave New World Trailer - (00:49:36)Thunderbolts* Trailer - (00:55:40)Goodbyes - (01:07:03)Follow Jong and Michael on social media.  Twitter: @onepunch____ & @ProducerMike975Threads: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com

Jong and Michael are back together again... aww. The guys discuss Marvel Studios' Disney+ trailer for upcoming releases including Daredevil: Born Again, Ironheart, Wonder Man, What If...?, and more! Plus the guys go full spoilers in their discussions on the Agatha All Along season finale and the penultimate episode of The Penguin. Follow Jong and Michael on social media.  Twitter: @onepunch____ & @ProducerMike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts!  Timecodes: Introductions - (00:00:36)The MCU in 2025 - (00:03:54)Agatha All Along Season Finale Spoiler Review - (00:13:20)The Penguin Ep. 7 Spoiler Review - (00:42:03)Goodbyes - (01:05:53)Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com

No Jong Lee on this bonus issue of the podcast but that's ok because Michael is joined by Jamie Jirak of the Love in the Time of Hydra: Agents of SHIELD Podcast. Michael and Jamie go full spoilers in their discussion the latest episode of The Penguin. The pair discuss the powerhouse performance that Cristin Milloti delivers once again, the new Sofia on the hunt for Oz, the 3 instances of realness from Oz, Vic taking matters into his own hands, the time jump, how they could relate to the struggles of Francis' sickness in their own lives, and much more!  Follow Jamie on social media.  Twitter: @JamieCinematicsInstagram: @JamieJirakThreads: @JamieJirakListen to the Love in the Time of Hydra: Agents of SHIELD Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Watch/subscribe to it on YouTube.Follow the podcast on social media.Twitter: @LITTOHpodInstagram: @littohpodThreads: @littohpodFollow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

Jong is back! Jong returns from paternity leave and gives us a life update following the birth of his second child (congratulations you guys!). Then Michael gives a non-spoiler review of Venom: The Last Dance... it's... umm... it's a movie that you could choose to watch... certainly another Sony Marvel movie... yep. Then the guys go full spoilers on Agatha All Along.  Introductions & Jong's Back! - (00:36)Venom: The Last Dance Non-Spoiler Review - (06:23)Agatha All Along Ep. 7 Spoiler Review - (25:49)Goodbyes - (40:20)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

No Jong Lee once again, although that might be changing very soon, so Michael is joined by the managing editor of Geek Girl Authority Melody McCune! Besides being the managing editor for Geek Girl Authority, she also a senior writer at Tell-Tale TV, Eulalie Magazine, and a contributor to Sideshow Collectibles. Today on the podcast, Michael and Melody discuss episode 6 of Agatha All Along and episode 5 of The Penguin in full spoilery details. The pair discuss the reveal of who Teen really is, the confirmation of some loose threads, how fate seems to have brought the coven together, Rio theories, why the change in origin for one character made so much sense, and more! Plus, they discuss Cristin Milloti's awards case, the relationship of Oz/Vic, the pairing of Vic/Francis, whether Oz truly cares about anyone, Oz living out his gangster fantasy, and more! Oh and Blade has been removed from the release schedule, will it ever happen? Follow Melody on Twitter & Instagram, @melodymccune. Make sure to checkout all of work at Geek Girl Authority, Tell-Tale TV, Eulalie Magazine, and Sideshow Collectibles. You'll be glad you did! Follow Geek Girl Authority on Twitter @GeekGirlAuth, on Blue Sky @geekgirlauthority.bsky.social, on Instagram/Threads @GeekGirlAuthority, and like them on Facebook!Introductions - (00:00:36)Marvel Studios/Disney Removes Blade from their Release Calendar - (00:06:45)Agatha All Along Ep. 6 Spoiler Review - (00:16:32)The Penguin Ep. 5 Spoiler Review - (00:55:30)Goodbyes - (01:31:20)

On today's issue Michael is joined by not just 1 person but he's joined by 2 people to discuss the latest episodes of Agatha All Along and The Penguin. In the first part of the podcast Michael is joined by Ashley Saunders of Ashley & Company and Geek Girls Universe to review episode 5 of Agatha All Along. The pair give their thoughts on whether the trial in the episode was actually Agatha's, what the reveal of Teen means for the rest of the show, where was Rio at the end, and more! Then in the 2nd part of this issue Michael is joined by Raheel Ramzanali of City Cast Houston to dive into spoiler for episode 4 of The Penguin. The guys discuss how this episode changed their entire preception of Sofia Falcone, who the Hangman title truly is for, the new beginnings for Sofia, and HVAC programs in Arkham State Hospital. Plus, James Gunn confirming the casting of Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler as John Stewart and Hal Jordan respectively is also discussed. Follow Ashley on social media.  Twitter: @ThatAshleyErinInstagram: @ashleyinpinkThreads: @ashleyinpinkBlue Sky: @ashleysaunders.bsky.socialYou can also find her reviews, previews, and more at withashleyandco.com, check it out today!Follow Raheel on social media.Twitter: @The_RaheelInstagram: @raheeldoingthingsListen to Raheel every weekday on the City Cast Houston podcast, where he brings listeners the important stories happening in and around the city of Houston. Visit houston.citycast.fm to learn more and sign up for the City Cast Houston newsletter here. Introductions - (00:00:36)Kyle Chandler & Aaron Pierre are your Green Lanterns - (00:03:04)Agatha All Along Ep. 5 Spoiler Review - (00:05:00)The Penguin Ep. 4 Spoiler Review - (00:27:08)See Ya - (01:06:55)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

Fridays normally don't mean Comicast, but today is an exception. This special Comicast: One-Shot actually was part of the recording Michael and Fred of Derf Designs did earlier this week but the recording was so long they decided to split this part of the recording into it's own issue. The discussion today is all about Variety's recent article regarding toxic fandoms and how studios are combating them with help from superfan focus groups (excuse me, they're doing what now?). Find out what the guys think about that concept (dumb), dealing with online toxicity from fans, being hateful for clicks, and much more. Read Variety's full "Toxic Fandom: How Hollywood Is Battling Fans Who Are ‘Just Out for Blood’ — From Social Media Boot Camps to Superfan Focus Groups" article here,Follow Fred and all of his work with Derf Designs on Instagram/Threads @derfdesigns. Plus, if you're looking to get some cool new shirts, hoodies, pins, stickers, or hats then checkout Derf Designs' website, derfdesigns.com. This is not an ad, this is just me MC saying go checkout Fred's phenomenal work at Derf Designs - the design, quality, and artwork are all top tier and some of the best merch out there. You won't regret it. #NotAnAdJustSupportCoolLocalBusinessesFollow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

Another double issue week of Comicast? Yep, your podcast feeds do not lie. A 2nd issue of Comicast this week and today it's full spoiler reviews for the latest episodes of Agatha All Along and The Penguin with Fred of Derf Designs. The guys dive into what we know now about Agatha/Rio's previous relationship, whether Rio could actually be Lady Death, is Teen actually Agatha's, seeing the flood disaster in Gotham from Vic's perspective, whether Penguin truly cares for Vic, Sofia Falcone's possible Arkham doctor supplier, and much more!   Follow Fred and all of his work with Derf Designs on Instagram/Threads @derfdesigns. Plus, if you're looking to get some cool new shirts, hoodies, pins, stickers, or hats then checkout Derf Designs' website, derfdesigns.com. This is not an ad, this is just me MC saying go checkout Fred's phenomenal work at Derf Designs - the design, quality, and artwork are all top tier and some of the best merch out there. You won't regret it. #NotAnAdJustSupportCoolLocalBusinessesIntroductions - (00:00:36)What is Derf Designs? - (00:02:03)Agatha All Along Ep. 4 Spoiler Review - (00:11:38)The Penguin Ep. 3 Spoiler Review - (00:48:11)See Ya - (01:36:18)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

It's time for a full spoiler review of Joker: Folie à Deux. For this review, Michael is joined by Elliott of Movie Files! Michael and Elliott dive into the film, find out why both felt the film that was supposedly a musical lacked being a musical. Plus the guys discuss the performances, the best scene, what stood out positively (not much), the struggles with Lady Gaga's character usage, whether we really needed this sequel, Todd Phillips choices, the ending, and more! Follow Elliott on social media and stay up to date with his lastest content. TikTok | tiktok.com/@moviefiles28 Instagram | instagram.com/moviefiles Twitter | twitter.com/MovieFilesLive Letterboxd | letterboxd.com/moviefiles/ Facebook | facebook.com/MovieFilesLiveCheck out Elliott's film and TV reviews on YouTube, subscribe at youtube.com/@MovieFilesIntroductions - (00:00:36)Joker: Folie à Deux Spoiler Review - (00:03:36See Ya - (01:04:45)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

Jong is still away on paternity leave so this week Michael is joined by Alicia Gilstorf of Tell-Tale TV. The pair discuss the latest casting rumors surrounding HBO's Lanterns series (we have some John Stewart options). Then they give their spoiler filled thoughts/theories on what's happening in episode 3 of Agatha All Along titled “Through Many Miles Of Tricks and Trials” and less theories but more spoiler thoughts about episode 2 of The Penguin titled "Inside Man." Follow Alicia on Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok, @AliciaGilstorf. Also checkout her work on Tell-Tale TV. Stay up to date on the latest in TV series reviews, previews, interviews, and much more online at Tell-Tale TV's website or follow them on social media, @TellTaleTV.Introductions - (00:00:36)Lanterns Series has 2 in the running for John Stewart - (05:24)Agatha All Along Ep. 3 Spoiler Review - (00:12:02)The Penguin Ep. 2 Spoiler Review - (01:01:49)See Ya - (01:29:48)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguez

Still no Jong Lee... wait hold on. 2 issues in one day? Yep, Michael and David Ramon talk a lot when they get together so we had to split up their discussion into 2 issues. In this issue of Comicast, Michael and David dive into full spoilers for the 1st episode of The Penguin and the first 2 episodes of Agatha All Along. Introductions - (00:36)The Penguin Ep. 1 Spoiler Review - (02:26)Agatha All Along Ep. 1 & 2 Spoiler Review - (26:49)See Ya - (53:32)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

No Jong Lee but that's ok because Comicast legend, the man behind the historic David Does Comics segment previously featured on Comicast, the one and only David Ramon returns to the podcast after a year away. David joins Michael to give a breakdown of the debut trailer of Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts*. Then the guys discuss what ended up being a surprise new name to enter the Hal Jordan/Green Lantern discussion, Kyle Chandler. Do the guys like the pick? Could we see the Yellow Lanterns and Sinestro in the Lanterns series? Why do the names surrounding Lanterns already have David sold on the show? Well you gotta listen, I'm not giving away the answers to those questions. Plus Michael shares some stories from the ESPN 97.5/92.5 Listener Appreciation Party. Introductions - (01:21)ESPN 97.5/92.5 Listener Appreciation Stories - (06:22)Thunderbolts* Trailer Reaction - (12:46)Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan? - (39:48)See Ya - (57:44)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

With Jong away on podcast paternity leave, Michael is joined this week by Andrew Crews of the Crewsin Podcast. The guys discuss Shōgun taking home 18 Emmy's, what they've been watching, the final trailer for Venom: The Last Dance, the reveal that Knull will be included in the film, what that means for the MCU, whether we'll finally see the white spider logo on Venom, and more! Plus, the guys discuss the reveal of the PS5 Pro, is it worth it?  For more of Andrew's thoughts and content follow him on socials! Twitter: @NicetownfinestInstagram: @crewsinpodcastThreads: @crewsinpodcastTwitch: @nicetown_finest27YouTube: @crewsinpodcast2119Checkout the Crewsin Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!You can also support Andrew on Patreon!Introductions - (00:00:36)Shōgun 18 Emmy Wins - (00:05:13)What We've Been Watching, From & Rings of Power - (00:14:19)Venom: The Last Dance Final Trailer Reaction - (00:26:24)PS5 Pro Revealed - (00:58:24)See Ya - (01:14:50)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

Jong is out for extended amount of time as he enters Comicast Paternity Leave so with Jong away Michael is joined by Jennifer Chang to discuss Marvel Studios reportedly locking in a director for Spider-Man 4, what the director selection means for Shang-Chi 2, Rebel Ridge on Netflix, and the pair dive into a spoiler discussion of the first 4 episodes of Rings of Power season 2. Jennifer teaches Michael all the LOTR lore. Also we learn Michael is slow to snap to things. Plus, they react to the sad news of the passing of the legendary James Earl Jones. Introductions - (00:00:36)RIP to the Legend, James Earl Jones - (00:03:44)Spider-Man 4 Director Revealed? - (00:06:14)Rebel Ridge - (00:18:52)Rings of Power S2 Ep. 1-4 Spoiler Review - (00:21:29)See Ya - (01:16:52)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

On today's issue of Comicast the guys discuss the possibility of Josh Brolin playing Hal Jordan in the new DCU Green Lantern series, is he too old or could it make sense for the show with it's reported Training Day/True Detective inspirations? The guys also discuss the premiere of Rings of Power S2, a possible return for Ian McKellan's Gandalf, the problems of epic TV storytelling (you know having to wait 2 or more years between seasons), Jon Watts' comments on leaving Spider-Man 4/Fantastic Four, and the Penguin showrunners comments on why Battinson will not appear in the series. Plus, we bid Jong farewell for now as he goes on Comicast Paternity Leave. Introductions - (00:36)Josh Brolin as Green Lantern? - (03:42)Rings of Power S2 & the Return of Gandalf? - (11:27)The Problems of Epic TV Series - (17:36)Jon Watts on Why He Left Marvel - (38:50)Penguin Showrunners on Why Battinson Isn't in the Series - (42:06)See Ya - (49:04)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

A new week means a new non-spoiler review from Michael. This time he gives his non-spoiler thoughts on The Crow, it's not going to be a glowing review by any means. The guys then discuss RDJ's recent comments regarding being cast as Doom, Spider-Man 4 reportedly set for yet another multiverse story, Sony doing Sony things (what a shock right?), the return of James Spader as Ultron for the Vision Disney+ series, the problems with the MCU's overarching story in the most recent phases, and more! Introductions - (00:00:36)The Crow Non-Spoiler Review - (00:02:26)RDJ's Comments Regarding Doom Casting - (00:13:06)The Multiverse Saga Problems - (00:22:46)Spider-Man 4, Another Multiverse Story? - (00:25:19)Sony gonna Sony - (00:29:36)Ultron is Back? - (00:37:13)When Will Wonder Man & VIsion Series Be Announced Publicly? & MCU Overarching Storytelling Problems - (00:41:52)See Ya - (01:01:40)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

Today on the podcast Michael gives his non-spoiler thoughts about Alien: Romulus, the guys react to the cancellation of The Acolyte, Temuera Morrison's comments about being shelved, the reports that have come out regarding the reason for Beau DeMayo's firing from X-Men '97, and speculative reports from a scooper regarding cut Kang storylines from both Deadpool & Wolverine and Agatha All Along. Plus the guys react to the new Kraven the Hunter trailer... Jong was not a fan. Introductions - (00:36)Alien: Romulus Non-Spoiler Review - (01:45)The Acolyte Canceled - (14:15)Temuera Morrison on Boba Fett Being Shelved - (24:17)Beu DeMayo Reports Regarding his Termination from X-Men '97 - (28:17)Kraven the Hunter Trailer Reaction - (40:13) The Rumored Cut Kang Storylines from Deadpool & Wolverine and Agatha All Along - (47:12)See Ya - (58:16)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

Today is all about Marvel Studios and Marvel Animation's presentations at D23. Well, actually they do dive a bit into Batman: The Caped Crusader on Prime Video first, then it's Marvel the rest of the way. The guys react to the footage shown of Daredevil: Born Again, Captain America: Brave New World, Agatha All Along, Fantastic Four: First Steps, and Ironheart. Plus the guys give their thoughts on the first official look at the Fantastic Four costumes, Daredevil's helmet collection, and Red Hulk's hairy nipples... Jong made me write that. The guys also discuss what was shown of Marvel Animation's slate and rumors surrounding Spider-Man 4. Introductions - (00:00:36)My Adventures with Superman S2 & Batman: The Caped Crusader Thoughts - (00:02:37)D23 Reactions Begin with Captain America: Brave New World - (00:10:35)Fantastic Four: First Steps Costume Reveal - (00:20:31)Agatha All Along 2nd Trailer Released - (00:29:44)Daredevil: Born Again Looks Amazing - (00:35:15)Ironheart vs Hood - (00:52:48)Marvel Animation, First Looks at X-Men '97, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, What If, Eyes of Wakanda, & Marvel Zombies - (01:01:11)Spider-Man 4 Rumors - (01:16:39)See Ya - (01:19:47)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com

On today's issue, Jong voices his concerns about the Fantastic Four: First Steps production timeline given that the movie is set for release in July 2025, the frustration of Disney raising their prices again, and then the guys close out the issue by going full spoilers regarding the House of the Dragon season 2 finale. Did the finale live up to the hype or was it a let down? Little column A, column B maybe? Introductions - (00:36)Concerns about Fantastic Four: First Steps Production Time - (02:03)Disney Raising Streaming Prices - (09:45)House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale Spoiler Review - (15:48)See Ya - (44:00)Follow the entire Comicast crew on social media:  @onepunch___, @ProducerMike975, @thatjenchang, & @gachodominguezSubmit a question or topic to the Comicast Sack by emailing us at comicastpod@gmail.com