Friends From Work: An Unofficial Marvel Podcast - Now Playing: X-Men
272 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 109 ratingsA podcast about all things in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, hosted by friends Kyle Schonewill and Robby Earle.
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X-Men '97: Ep. 6 with Holly Chou (Jubilee)
April 23, 2024 17:18 - 1 hourX-Men '97 Episode 6 put the "space" in "space opera." We discuss that, some MCU stuff, and Kyle's time at The Masters. But that's not all! We are also joined by the great Holly Chou (who voices Jubilee) and had a fun conversation with her. Check it! Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK And Special thanks to NerdRiot.shop Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more abo...
X-Men '97: Ep. 5 with Special Guest: Isaac Robinson-Smith (Bishop)
April 11, 2024 15:52 - 1 hourWe have a jam packed episode for y'all today. First off, we need to discuss the heart-wrenching fifth episode of X-Men '97. But secondly, we got a chance to chat X-Men '97 with the voice actor for "Bishop" (and a bunch of other stuff), Isaac Robinson-Smith. You won't want to miss what he has to say about working on this show. Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK An...
X-Men '97: Ep. 4 and Other MCU News!
April 08, 2024 11:00 - 51 minutesWe start today's episode by going over what we liked and didn't like as much from the fourth episode of the hit animated series "X-Men '97." And be sure to stay for some news on Fantastic Four and a few other MCU entries. Special thanks to our friends at NerdRiot.shop. Be sure to use promo code FRIENDSFROMWORK for additional savings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friendly Freebee: X-Men (2000)
April 04, 2024 11:00 - 1 hourThis is a sample of an episode that friends who subscribe to FFW+ receive. This episode is the kick-off to our X-Men "Foxverse" stuff. Here. We. Go. Starting today, our goal is to cover every single X-Men movie leading up to Deadpool's July release. And the journey begins with the classic film, X-Men. This was such a fun episode for us to record, and it's hopefully a glimpse into what expects to be a spectacularly fun journey though the Fox universe. We hope you enjoy marching through the...
X-Men '97: Episode 3
April 01, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutesEpisode 3 of X-Men '97 was creepy as all get out and yet each episode has improved over the last. Let's discuss! Special thanks to NerdRiot.shop for sponsoring today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
X-Men '97: Episodes 1&2
March 25, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutesCyclops. Magneto. Woverine. Jean. Rogue. Gambit. We're back baby. Special thanks to our friends at NerdRiot.shop Use Promo Code: FRIENDSFROMWORK to save Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oscars Wrap & X-Men '97 Primer
March 18, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutesWe kick off today's episode by wrapping up the 2024 Academy Awards and doling out some overdue congratulations. And then, it's time to get our mind's right for "X-Men '97" and Robby Earle is here to help us do just that. Special thanks to our friends at NerdRiot.shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
RW 33 - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
March 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hourIt's been a minute since we last left our Rewatch Journey through the fourth phase of the MCU, but we're back in a big way with "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." What aspects of this film have aged really well? What aspects have aged poorly? How well does this fit into the larger MCU narrative? Find out all of this and more in today's episode! Special thanks to our friends at Nerd Riot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special Guest: NFL QB - Kirk Cousins
March 06, 2024 16:28 - 55 minutesNFL Quarterback Kirk Cousins joins us on today's episode to discuss his history with film, the Marvel Cinematic Universe and why it has too much property damage, as well as his love for Lord of the Rings. Towards the end, we get a chance to ask him a few football questions directly from our listeners. You won't want to miss this discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dune: Part Two
March 04, 2024 12:00 - 1 hourDune: Part Two is the best film of the year (it's admittedly early). Let's break down this Denis Villeneuve masterpiece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NYC Trip, X-Men Watch, MCU News
February 26, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutesA jammed packed, yet brief news update on a few things going on over here. Mainly, our X-Men journey officially begins with a watch "X-Men" from 2000. We will be covering that movie, and all the X-Men films in depth over on Friends From Work+, starting on February 29. Let's Grow Together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Killers of the Flower Moon
February 26, 2024 12:00 - 56 minutesWe begin to wrap our journey through some of the "Best Picture" nominees with today's episode, "Killers of the Flower Moon." Starring Leonardo Dicaprio and directed by Martin Scorsese this 3.5 hour critically acclaimed epic has actually become somewhat polarizing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emergency Podcast: Deadpool Trailer (INITIAL REACTIONS)
February 13, 2024 20:30 - 12 minutesStop what you're doing! Let's talk about this brand new "Deadpool & Wolverine" trailer that dropped during the Super Bowl. Let's goooo! #marvel #mcu #avengers #deadpool #xmen #wolverine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Poor Things (SPOILERS)
February 12, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutesThe dream team (Kandace and Emily) are back with another banger. Kandace and Emily continue their journey through the Hollywood award season by discussing this best picture nominee, "Poor Things." Come discover why Kandace can find a lot of things to appreciate in "Poor Things" and why ultimately it's just not Emily's type of film. Will "Poor Things" win Best Picture this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 2024 Friendlee Awards: The Winners
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hourLast week, we announced our Nominees for the "Friendlees," the best of the best in the MCU in 2023. And in today's episode, the winners are chosen by our community! That's right, voted on exclusively by our Friends From Work+ subscribers, the Friendlees are truly a community award. While Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 and Loki: Season 2 deservedly and expectedly represented well in this year's awards, you won't want to miss a few of the surprises. Let us know your thoughts! Be sure to sub...
The 2024 Friendlee Awards: The Nominees
January 29, 2024 12:00 - 58 minutesIt's that time of year again! That's right, it's time for the 2024 Friendlee Awards where only the boldest, brightest, and most talented people can compete to win one of these COVETED awards. As we take a look back at the MCU in 2023, who should win "Best Director?" "Best Lead Actress?" "Best Writing Team?" All of this and more in a jam-packed nominee episode. The winners, as decided by our most loyal supporters, will be announced next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Why the Echo Finale Fell Flat
January 22, 2024 12:00 - 1 hourListen to today's episode to hear why we felt the finale of Echo didn't do the rest of the show justice. Plus, we turn the page to the X-Men as we build towards X-Men '97 and Deadpool 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Echo: Ep. 3&4: Initial Reactions
January 15, 2024 12:00 - 52 minutesSeason 5 rolls along with our journey through Disney+'s Echo. What did we love? What decision is Maya going to make? Where will this leave Kingpin in the MCU? Will we see Daredevil again? Be sure to rate, review, and most importantly, subscribe to this podcast for all kinds of Marvel and film / tv discussions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Echo: Ep. 1&2: Initial Reactions
January 10, 2024 02:00 - 1 hourEcho! Kingpin! Daredevil! And more in our coverage of the first two episodes of Marvel Studios' "Echo" on Disney+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to Season 5 - What If...? Season 2 Reflection
January 08, 2024 12:00 - 1 hourWe're BACCCCKKKKK. Welcome in to season FIVE of Friends From Work! We have a jam packed episode for y'all today and we kick it off with the first ever look at our brand new artwork. Stay around for some MCU news and a full breakdown of "What If...?" Season 2. Thanks for listening. Be sure to subscribe. We appreciate you all. Let's Grow Together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
RW 32 - Hawkeye (Merry Christmas!)
December 18, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourMerry Christmas to all of our lovely listeners! We hope that this season brings you peace and joy. Eat an extra Christmas cookie for us. Our "Rewatch" journey continues this week with 2021's Hawkeye. Clint Barton and Kate Bishop make their Disney+ debut in this charming Christmas MCU project. What do you think of our Kingpin take? How about our Kate Bishop and Clint Barton takes? Thank you all so much for listening and supporting this podcast throughout the years. We are so very grateful for...
RW 31 - Spider-Man: No Way Home (and a rankings update)
December 11, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourWe're back on the rewatch train this week with our watch through of Spider-Man: No Way Home. On this viewing, what worked with this cinematic masterpiece and what didn't work as well? With both Robby and Kyle having a cold (of sorts) and talking about No Way Home again, it truly does feel like a flashback to 2021. Our rewatch journey will continue next week with Disney+'s Hawkeye (which syncs up perfectly with the Christmas break). We're excited to chat about these two fun MCU projects in b...
Loki and The Marvels: Reflection and Ranking
December 04, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourAs we close the chapter on both of these MCU projects, we take one more look back at the fall that was. What did we miss from our Initial Reactions episode? What parts of these projects did we nail the first time around? Note: If you haven't seen one of the projects yet, we start with "Loki" and end with "The Marvels." Come join us on this crazy ride. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/2suqww4fvG Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://o...
Special Guest: John Paesano
November 27, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutesWe're back from the holiday break with a wonderful discussion with the composer of Spider-Man 2 PS5, John Paesano. Friend of the pod, John, takes us through his work on that video game as well as his upcoming project "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes." Come join us on this crazy ride. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/2suqww4fvG Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIEN...
Fantastic Four and FFW News, Spider-Man 2 Review
November 20, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourHappy Thanksgiving week y'all! Mixed bag episode today. See time stamps below to see where we discuss the three different segments of today's show. 0:00 - Introduction 11:23 - Fantastic Four casting news 27:38 - Friends From Work news 43:03 - Spider-Man 2 PS5 Full Review Discord: https://discord.com/invite/2suqww4fvG Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn m...
Loki: Episode 6 (Initial Reactions)
November 10, 2023 20:26 - 1 hourWith the EPIC finale of Loki: Season 2 officially dropping, the best season of television that Marvel Studios has ever created has now come and gone. On today's initial reactions episode, we wrestle with so many of the big lingering questions as well as praise the series as a whole for its impact on Marvel TV. Come join us on this crazy ride. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/2suqww4fvG Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicprice...
The Marvels: Initial Reactions (SPOILERS)
November 10, 2023 01:00 - 1 hourDirected by Nia DaCosta and starring Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, and Samuel L. Jackson, "The Marvels" really took us by surprise. The film is a fun, action packed yet breezy entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and one that we can't wait to revisit. In today's episode, hear us (Robby and Kyle) give our initial thoughts as soon as we walked out of the theater from this movie. And be sure to join in the discussion by subscribing to this podcast, visiting the website (theffwp...
Emergency PSA: "The Marvels" 10 Minute Spoiler-Free Preview
November 08, 2023 22:13 - 10 minutesGiven the current state of Rotten Tomatoes culture, I (Kyle) wanted to briefly attempt to correctly frame your mind before watching "The Marvels." Thanks for letting me rant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loki: Ep. 5 with Special Guest - Natalie Holt
November 03, 2023 21:52 - 1 hourWhat an episode of television! In today's episode, we are honored to be joined by the legendary composer herself, Natalie Holt. See time stamps below for markers: 00:15 - Welcome 3:00 - What works so well about Loki season 2 29:09 - Friends From Work upcoming schedule 33:57 - Lingering questions from episode 5 47:22 - Last things we loved 54:00 - Composer Natalie Holt Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsf...
Loki: Episode 4 (INITIAL REACTIONS)
October 27, 2023 18:41 - 54 minutesHoly. Freaking. Cow. Not much else to say. Enjoy listening to us try to mop our minds up from the floor. Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loki: Episode 3
October 20, 2023 17:36 - 59 minutesLoki season 2 and Spider-Man 2. Nothing more needs to be said. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friendly Freebee - Mt. Rushmore of MCU Directors
October 18, 2023 03:39 - 36 minutesA sneak peak of the kinds of episodes we have going over on Friends From Work+. Subscribe today for access! In light of our recent Sam Raimi discussion, what four directors would make up your "Mount Rushmore" of MCU film directors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Daredevil Restart and Loki Ep. 2
October 13, 2023 23:15 - 1 hourWe start off today's episode with breaking MCU news: Daredevil has fired its writers and directors. What does it mean for the show as well as for the MCU as a whole? Then we get into the thrilling second episode of Loki Season 2. Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Reign of Marvel Studios - Interview with Joanna Robinson, Dave Gonzales and Gavin Edwards
October 10, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes"The Reign of Marvel Studios" is a brand new book from MCU experts Joanna Robinson, Dave Gonzales and Gavin Edwards. In it, they give a thrilling and comprehensive look at the MCU's rise to power as well as some of the untold behind-the-scenes stories. This discussion and the book itself is for MCU and non-MCU fans alike and you won't want to miss this chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Loki: Season Two - Episode 1 (Initial Reactions)
October 06, 2023 20:43 - 1 hourOh. My. Goodness. We are SO back. Episode 1 of Loki: Season 2 was an absolute banger, and we enjoyed every second of it. Let's discuss where this series / MCU as a whole, could be heading. Thanks for listening! Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
RW 30 - Loki (Season 1)
October 02, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourThe second season of Loki is upon us and so what better way to get prepared than by rewatching Loki season 1? Today's episode is comprised of four parts: 1. FFW / Writers strike news 2. What works with Loki S1? 3. What doesn't work with Loki S1? 4. What are some lingering questions before S2? Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
RW 29 - Thor: Love and Thunder (MEGA-EPISODE)
September 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourMEGA-EPISODES are back! Even if you don't love the way Thor: Love and Thunder turned out, give this rewatch episode a chance and let us try to convince you why this film is actually pretty great. This is a "meat and potatoes" type episode with absolutely zero fluff. You won't want to miss this one. Special thanks to Organic Priced Books for being our official comic provider. https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices...
RW 28 - Moon Knight
September 18, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourThe 28th project in the Friends From Work MCU Rewatch journey is "Moon Knight." In today's episode, we take a look back at what worked (almost everything) and what didn't work with this Phase Four Disney+ show. If you want to read some more comics, check out our comics provider, Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sam Raimi, RW 27 - Eternals
September 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour02:15 - Sam Raimi to direct "Secret Wars?" 16:50 - Should the Russos return? 23:38 - OrganicPricedBooks.com 25:20 - Eternals rewatch from a high level 39:11 - What works in Eternals? 01:06:07 - Rewatch order update Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Summer That Was...
September 04, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutesWe're back!! Listen as we kick off "Season 4 Reloaded" on Friends From Work. We catch you up on our summer vacations, reflect on the summer at the box office, and we rate and review "Secret Invasion." Where does "Secret Invasion" live in our power rankings of Disney+ shows? Tune in to find out! Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Surprise Teams, Around the NFL, Seahawks Preview, Fantasy Football
September 01, 2023 14:44 - 1 hourKyle has launched a weekly NFL show called Friends From Football. Today's episode is a sneak peak into what that podcast will be. SUBSCRIBE to stay in the know and to hear some fun guests. A jam packed show. See time stamps below for navigating: 0:30 - Introduction 3:30 - Surprise teams / Around the NFL 26:13 - Seattle Seahawks Preview 42:13 - NFC West Preview 53:21 - Fantasy Football Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Barbie (SPOILERS)
August 03, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourThis week's episode of Screensaver is hosted by Kandace Parker Earle and Emily Noah. The dream team is back to discuss one of the highest grossing films of the year, "Barbie." You won't want to miss their take on not only the film, but also Greta Gerwig's career as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Secret Invasion: Ep. 6 (SPOILERS)
July 26, 2023 20:55 - 1 hourWhat are your overall thoughts on the finale? Did it work for you? What didn't work? Where do you think the MCU will go from here? Hit us up with your thoughts. We share ours in today's Initial Reactions to the Secret Invasion finale. Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oppenheimer (SPOILERS)
July 24, 2023 19:38 - 1 hourThe film of the year? Christopher Nolan is back in an explosive (see what we did there?) way with this summer's big blockbuster, Oppenheimer. What makes Nolan so great? How good were the acting performances? Was is a perfect film or did we have a few questions? All of that in today's initial reactions to Oppenheimer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Secret Invasion: Ep. 5 (SPOILERS)
July 19, 2023 23:37 - 1 hourRobby is back! First, a bit about our lives these last few weeks. Secondly, a quick look at Silo and Mission: Impossible. Thirdly, a 10 minute spoiler-free preview of Oppenheimer. After all of that, we catch up on what Robby missed from Secret Invasion as well as our Initial Reactions to the thrilling fifth episode. See times stamps below for navigational help. 00:15 - Welcome 02:55 - Summer at the Box Office 16:50 - Oppenheimer Preview 24:00 - Summer continued 33:09 - Organic Priced Books C...
Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1 (SPOILERS)
July 15, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutesThe Mission: Impossible franchise is one of the most consistent franchises in film history with thrilling action, fun twists, excellent chemistry and some appropriate connections. Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning part 1 continues that trend. In today's episode, we talk what? Why? And how? For this seventh entry into the MI franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Secret Invasion: Ep. 4 (SPOILERS)
July 12, 2023 21:26 - 45 minutesKyle and today's special guest, Annika, dive into the Deadpool news over the weekend as well as the shocking events of Secret Invasion episode 4. You won't want to miss it. #SecretInvasion #Marvel #mcu #podcast #deadpool Please support our sponsors: Birddogs: birddogs.com/FRIENDSFROMWORK Nerd Riot: https://nerdriot.shop/discount/FRIENDSFROMWORK Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Lea...
Secret Invasion: Ep. 3 (SPOILERS)
July 06, 2023 01:39 - 1 hourWe got a ton of answers and were left with a ton more questions. We're loving this show thus far. Thoughts? Please support our sponsors: Birddogs: birddogs.com/FRIENDSFROMWORK Nerd Riot: https://nerdriot.shop/discount/FRIENDSFROMWORK Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Organic Priced Books: https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=friendsfromwork Use promo code: FRIENDSFROMWORK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (SPOILERS)
July 01, 2023 11:18 - 1 hourToday's episode is our Initial Reactions to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. What are we covering, why are we discussing it and how well were these things executed? So hold on to your hats, crack your whips, and strap in as we dive into all things Indiana Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Secret Invasion: Ep. 2 (SPOILERS)
June 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourEpisode two of Secret Invasion really ratcheted up the drama. We finally got a little more insight into Talos and Fury's relationship. We also got a look at where Rhodey stands in all of this. And finally, we got a peep into Gravik's plan. What is he building that machine for? And what is his ultimate endgame? Will Fury be able to muster up enough strength to find a way to put an end to Gravik's plans? We discuss all of this and more in today's initial reactions episode to Secret Invasion e...