Marveling at Marvel's Marvels
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 367 ratingsEach week, Allen, Josef, and Jonathan discuss a comic book character (or team). Jonathan, a lifelong Marvel devotee, presents the character, their powers, and their history. Josef, who's only ever read one comic book and is significantly more grounded in reality, calls bull. And Allen, level headed voice of reason, mediates the mess.
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Episodes
Episode 27: Squirrel Girl
August 17, 2016 10:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBIt's the episode everyone demanded: Squirrel Girl! You won't want to miss our conversation about the star of one the greatest comic series of the last decade. We also discuss the Great Lakes Avengers, nuts, and Squirrel Galactus.
Episode 26: Star Brand
August 10, 2016 10:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBWe dig deep into the Marvel bench to bring you Star Brand. In this episode, we discuss Marvel's New Universe, Pittsburgh, and what kind of comic appeals to an 11 year old.
Episode 25: Ego, The Living Planet
August 03, 2016 10:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MBMarvel, Marvelers, at this, our largest subject: Ego, The Living Planet! We discuss his origins, Ghostbusters, and the late Jack Davis in this planet-sized episode.
Episode 24: Spider-Man
July 27, 2016 10:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBOK, Marvelers, it's time for Marvel's most iconic character: the one, the only, Spider-Man! You know him, you love him; tune in to find out why we love Spidey!
Episode 23: Weirdo Shotgun!
July 20, 2016 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBThis week, it's a menagerie of the bizarre as we present the Weirdo Shotgun! Jonathan has brought an assortment of strange and unusual Marvel characters that aren't quite big enough to fill their own episodes. And to make things more interesting, he's thrown a few spoilers into the mix- can you identify which are legit Marvel characters? You won't want to miss this fast & fun episode!
Episode 22: Taskmaster
July 13, 2016 10:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBJoin us for the surprisingly tragic tale of the Taskmaster! This week's conversation includes why one turns to villainy, supervillain uses for YouTube, and spoilers for a 40 year old movie...
Episode 21: Man-Thing
July 06, 2016 10:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBIn this episode, we discuss our favorite mound of vegetation, Man-Thing (not to be confused with Swamp Thing). The giant-sized discussion includes cosplay, vegetable puns, and why Man-Thing isn't necessary the hero you want coming to your rescue.
Episode 20: The Punisher
June 29, 2016 10:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MBWe go grim & gritty this week with Marvel's definitive vigilante: The Punisher! Don't miss our chat on comic book missteps, vigilantism in pop culture, and Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown.
Episode 19: Galactus
June 22, 2016 10:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBIn this enormous episode, we cover Galactus and his Heralds. Join us for a conversation on the formation of the universe, the impressiveness of cosmic beings, and reasonable turnover rates for personal assistants.
Episode 18: Ms. Marvel
June 15, 2016 10:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBJoin us this week for one of Marvel's greatest characters: Ms Marvel! We present earlier characters to use the name, but our focus is on the one and only Kamala Khan. Discussion includes sexism in the comics industry, Inhumans, and why the 80s were the worst.
Episode 17: Marvels
June 08, 2016 10:00 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBIt's a whole new world: Josef has read a comic book! Join us for the classic 1994 limited series "Marvels", by Alex Ross and Kurt Busiek. Our discussion includes how to read a comic book, high points in Marvel history, and use of capital letters.
Episode 16: Nazi Barons
June 01, 2016 10:00 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBThis week, we present the most evil of evil villains: the Nazi Barons! It's the Barons Blood, Strucker, and Zemo together in a buffet of evil. Seriously, lots of evil in here.
Episode 15: Nightcrawler
May 25, 2016 10:00 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBFor our 15th episode, we proudly present our first Mutant: Nightcrawler! In this one, we address the mutant menace, comic sizes, and why Josef would be a villain.
Episode 14: Ghost Rider
May 18, 2016 10:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBIt's our most requested character: Ghost Rider! Join us as we discuss Nick Cage, polytheism in the Marvel Universe, and newspaper comic strips.
Episode 13: Ant-Man
May 11, 2016 10:00 - 55 minutes - 76 MBJudge not a podcast by the size of it's subject, because this is a big one: Ant-Man! This is the character that inspired us to start a podcast; Josef has had a long time to think about this guy & has a lot to say. Without a doubt, our most contentious episode.
Episode 12: Josef is Marvel
May 04, 2016 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBIn this unique episode, we break format: Josef has created somecharacters he thinks are worthy of Marvel and Jonathan judgesthem. It's the most fun we've had recording an episode andone you won't want to miss!
Episode 11: Black Widow
April 27, 2016 10:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBJoin us for our latest episode: Black Widow! Our wide selection of topics include superhero movies, Hawkeye, and gender in comics.
Episode 10: Black Panther
April 20, 2016 10:00 - 42 minutes - 57.7 MBIt's our landmark 10th episode! For this special milestone, we are proud to present The Black Panther! Join us for a lively discussion on race in comics, fictional metals, and Samuel L. Jackson.
Episode 9: Morbius
April 13, 2016 10:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBThis week, it's Marvel's favorite comic book vampire, Michael Morbius! We're all over this place in this one, covering Blacula, Tijuana Bibles, and where to buy comics in the '70s.
Episode 8: Uatu, The Watcher
April 06, 2016 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBIt's one of our strangest subjects yet: Uatu The Watcher, the giant bald guy that observes us all from the moon. Topics include the blue area of the moon, advanced cosmic beings, and hundred foot technology.
Episode 7: Daredevil
March 30, 2016 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBJoin us for a discussion on Daredevil, the Man Without Fear! Come for background & history on the star of Netflix's hit series; stay for the chat about superhero interrogation techniques, supporting characters, and the safe handling of radioactive materials.
Episode 6: Adam Warlock
March 23, 2016 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBThis week, we present Adam Warlock, AKA "Him". This is a great episode- essential listening for Marveling fans. We discuss bizarre plotting, golden Space Jesus, and comic book racism.
Episode 5: Egghead, Mad Thinker, & Puppet Master
March 16, 2016 10:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MBIn this jam packed episode, we present a villainous triple threat: Egghead, The Mad Thinker, and The Puppet Master! Discussion includes super science, true evil in the Marvel Universe, and ants.
Episode 4: Namor, The Sub-Mariner
March 09, 2016 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this episode, Jonathan desperately tries to convince Josef that Namor is awesome. We talk about the early origins of Marvel's superheroes, cultural relativism in comics, and tiny little feet wings.
Episode 3: Cloak & Dagger
March 02, 2016 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBThis week, we look at one of Marvel's most enduring duos: Cloak & Dagger! Don't miss our conversation about the Comics Code Authority, vigilantism, and the most productive uses of one's powers.
Episode 2: Dr Strange
February 24, 2016 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBThis week, we present Stephen Strange, master of the mystic arts, and discuss Marvel magic, otherworldy entities (and their awesome names), and the 31st century wizard that created the universe.
Episode 1: The Fantastic Four
February 15, 2016 02:54 - 1 hour - 86 MBIn our inaugural episode, we tackle the first family of Marvel Comics: The Fantastic Four. We also discuss their most iconic villain, why they're actually super villains, and alliteration in comics.