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Morbius & Meme Culture | Fan Fatigue | inclusivity & diversity in the headlines

Coming up on todays show! The meanwhile crew tries to answer the question why was Morbius brought back into theatres and what exactly lead to it's attempt at a redemptive resurrection?  From there we'll take a look at the super fan media space, sites like CBR, Comicbook.com and other sites and publishers of their kind and what role their interchangeable single note click bait headlines for casting announcements of actors that are POC, women, or members of the LGBTQIA+ might be playing in th...

Ep. 130 - Depp V. Heard Verdict & The Death of Cancel Culture??

Send us a Text Message. After we published a short conversation about the Depp V Heard trial in Ep. 127, we got overwhelming feedback from listeners that you wanted us to do an episode on the verdict. Well, we aim to please. So, Ryan, Kristina, and Frank hit the pod and had a lot to say about it. Kristina especially....we recorded this episode only a few days after the verdict was announced and unfortunately, due to a technical glitch, this episode is only getting published now.  BUT! True...

Ep. 129 - Ms. Marvel Premiere | Black Adam Trailer | Secret Identities

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! First we are going to review and breakdown one of Marvel Studios most anticipated Disney + Series, Ms. Marvel. Starring real lift Marvel super fan, and Toronto's own Iman Vellani. From there we make out way to world of DC, and it's man in black, Black Adam. The Rock dropped the trailer this past week and we are going to be breaking it down. And to wrap it all up, we are going to talking secret identities. We've got all this and so much more!  Want t...

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Ep. 128 Obi-Wan Kenobi Premiere Review/Breakdown

Send us a Text Message. Coming up on todays show! The day is finally here Star Wars fans. The premiere of Obi Wan Kenobi on Disney Plus. And Taco and our friend Ryan Dietrich are with me in the pod today to break it all down. So, spoiler warning! If you haven't watched it yet, make sure you do before you click play.  We'll talk characters old, new, and younger. We'll talk settings, stakes, and how Obi-wan could impact larger Star Wars lore. Don't go anywhere, you don't want to miss this.  ...

Ep. 128 Obi-Wan Kenobi Premiere Review/Breakdown

Coming up on todays show! The day is finally here Star Wars fans. The premiere of Obi Wan Kenobi on Disney Plus. And Taco and our friend Ryan Dietrich are with me in the pod today to break it all down. So, spoiler warning! If you haven't watched it yet, make sure you do before you click play.  We'll talk characters old, new, and younger. We'll talk settings, stakes, and how Obi-wan could impact larger Star Wars lore. Don't go anywhere, you don't want to miss this. 

Ep. 127 | Depp V. Heard | Thor 4 - Gorr Debut Trailer | The New Age Of Star Wars | GOT & HOD

Send us a Text Message. Coming up on today's show! We are talking everything geek from this past week. First, we will give you some very quick thoughts on Depp V. Heard, why we aren't talking about it as much as everyone else an interesting theory that connects the trial to the release of the first ever Zack Snyder's Justice League trailer. Then, we give you our reactions to the newest Thor Love And Thunder trailer which gave us that highly anticipated first look at Christian Bale as Gorr T...

Ep. 126 - Into The Knight - Moon Knight Aftershow (Ep. 4, 5, 6,)

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! It's the final episode of Into The Night. Meanwhile Back On The Podcast's official aftershow for Marvel Studios Moon Knight. In this episode we will discussing Moon Knight episode 4, 5, and 6! It's a 3 for 1 to wrap it all up. So stay right there, because I'm coming back with Taco and Brad and we are going to break it all down!  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR ...

Ep. 126 - Into The Knight - Moon Knight Aftershow (Ep. 4, 5, 6,)

On today's show! It's the final episode of Into The Night. Meanwhile Back On The Podcast's official aftershow for Marvel Studios Moon Knight. In this episode we will discussing Moon Knight episode 4, 5, and 6! It's a 3 for 1 to wrap it all up. So stay right there, because I'm coming back with Taco and Brad and we are going to break it all down! 

Ep. 125 - Spoiler Hot Review - Dr. Strange & The Multiverse of Madness

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! It's magic time folks! It's Meanwhile's spoiler hot review of Doctor Strange and The Multiverse of Madness. With an impressive opening weekend, Doctor Strange and The Multiverse of Madness seems to be a hit! However, it doesn't like all fans are applauding the cinematic slight of hand of the great Sam Raimi. From what I can see, there are pretty much two camps when it comes to sequel for Marvel's master of the mystic arts. You either absolute love it...

Ep. 124 - Neal Adams RIP | Thor 4 Trailer | Netflix is bleeding

Send us a Text Message. Coming up on todays show! We look back on the life of one of the greatest and most prolific artists in comic history. The great Neal Adams. We'll discuss not only his impact on comic books, but comic book creators as well. From there Kristina, Saba, Taco and I give you are thoughts on the first Thor: Love And Thunder trailer and share some of our predictions and thoughts as we edge closer to it's premiere. And to wrap up the show we talk about streaming giant, Netfli...

Ep. 123 - Into The Knight - Moon Knight Aftershow (Ep. 3)

Send us a Text Message. On today's show, it's episode three of "Into the Knight", our newest after show. Where we'll be breaking down each and every episode of Moon Knight, the newest Disney Plus series from Marvel Studios. Starring Oscar Issacs, and Ethan Hawke. We'll talk story, characters, setting, performances and more. Join us for an indepth deep dive into episode 3! "The Friendly Type" Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, an...

Ep. 122 - Into The Knight - Moon Knight Aftershow (Ep. 2)

Send us a Text Message. On today's show, it's episode two of Into the Knight, our newest after show. Where we'll be breaking down each and every episode of Moon Knight, the newest Disney Plus series from Marvel Studios. Starring Oscar Issacs, and Ethan Hawke. We'' talk story, characters, setting, performances and more. Join us for an indepth deep dive into episode 2! Summon The Suit.  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll...

Ep. 121 - Into The Knight - Moon Knight Aftershow (Ep. 1)

Send us a Text Message. On today's show, it's our premiere episode of Into the Knight, our newest after show. Where we'll be breaking down each and every episode of Moon Knight, the newest Disney Plus series from Marvel Studios. Starring Oscar Issacs, and Ethan Hawke. We'' talk story, characters, setting, performances and more. Join us for an indepth deep dive into episode 1! The Goldfish Problem. Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questio...

EP. 120 - Spoiler Hot Review - The Batman

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! It's our highly anticipated Spoiler Hot Review of Matt Reeve's The Batman! It's a long one, but that's because this movie gave us so much to talk about. Over the next 120 mins, we'll share what we liked, what we didn't like. Join us for a deep dive into the performances and these incredible rich and dynamic characters. We'll share a few unique insights and observations we had about the introduction of the Batmobile, some of the choices that were made...

EP. 120 - Spoiler Hot Review - The Batman

On today's show! It's our highly anticipated Spoiler Hot Review of Matt Reeve's The Batman! It's a long one, but that's because this movie gave us so much to talk about. Over the next 120 mins, we'll share what we liked, what we didn't like. Join us for a deep dive into the performances and these incredible rich and dynamic characters. We'll share a few unique insights and observations we had about the introduction of the Batmobile, some of the choices that were made for the Bat suit, and ho...

Meanwhile Back On The Podcast - The Trailer!

Meanwhile Back On The Podcast - The Trailer!

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Ep. 118 - Book of Boba | Peacemaker | Moon Knight | The Future of Marvel Studios

Send us a Text Message. On this episode we got a full serving of geeky goodness for you. We kick the show off with a mid season round table and critique of Star Wars's most recent small screen offering, the Book of Boba Fett. From there we'll talk about the latest phenomenon stealing the hearts of nerds everywhere, James Gunn's Peacemaker! We've got lots to say. Then we return to the world of Disney Plus to share our thoughts on the upcoming Moon Knight series, sharing some of our take away...

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EP. 117 - Hawkeye Wrap Up & The Flash/DC Rumours

Send us a Text Message. On today's show we're finally sitting down to talk about Marvel Studios latest series - Hawkeye. Taco and Saba join Frank to unpack this newest small screen phenomenon from Marvel Studios. Join us as they share all the series highs and lows and reminisce on their favourite moments with Clint and Kate. After that the Meanwhile crew discusses the recent rumours surrounding The upcoming release from DC and Warner Bros. - Ezra Miller and Andy Muschietti's, The Flash. Lea...

ep. 116 - Spoiler Hot Review - Spider-Man: No Way Home

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! It's the spoiler hot review you have all been waiting for. Marvel Studios & Sony Pictures Spider-Man No Way Home! Now as it stands, No Way Home is at 99% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and is smashing box offices! Raking in over $240 Million on its opening weekend. And the highest rated film in Rotten Tomatoes history! Wow!  A lot of fans are calling this the best Spider-man film ever. Were we among those people? Do we think this film lived up to...

Ep. 115 - Where did all the bad guys go?

Coming up on today show! Earlier this week Michael B Jordan, said in an interview that he doesn't consider Kilmonger to be a villain. Which set twitter and other social media platforms a fire with debate. Was Eric Kilmonger a villain? Brad and Kristina join me in the pod to try and answer that question. And with Jordan's recent statement we thought it would be fun to look back at how the big bads as of late have really been embraced by the fans. And how the idea of a villain is not really so...

Ep. 115 - Killmonger, Thanos, & "Villains" That Are Hard To Hate

Send us a Text Message. Coming up on today show! Earlier this week Michael B Jordan, said in an interview that he doesn't consider Killmonger to be a villain. Which set twitter and other social media platforms a fire with debate. Was Erik Killmonger a villain? Brad and Kristina join me in the pod to try and answer that question. And with Jordan's recent statement we thought it would be fun to look back at how the big bads as of late have really been embraced by the fans. And how the idea of...

Ep. 115 - Killmonger & Other Bad Guys With Real Motives

Coming up on today show! Earlier this week Michael B Jordan, said in an interview that he doesn't consider Kilmonger to be a villain. Which set twitter and other social media platforms a fire with debate. Was Eric Kilmonger a villain? Brad and Kristina join me in the pod to try and answer that question. And with Jordan's recent statement we thought it would be fun to look back at how the big bads as of late have really been embraced by the fans. And how the idea of a villain is not really so...

Ep. 115 - Killmonger & Big Bads/Real Motives

Coming up on today show! Earlier this week Michael B Jordan, said in an interview that he doesn't consider Killmonger to be a villain. Which set twitter and other social media platforms a fire with debate. Was Erik Killmonger a villain? Brad and Kristina join me in the pod to try and answer that question. And with Jordan's recent statement we thought it would be fun to look back at how the big bads as of late have really been embraced by the fans. And how the idea of a villain is not really ...

Ep. 114 - Return To The Snyderverse?

Send us a Text Message. On this episode. The meanwhile crew re-enters the Snyderverse. With WB and Discovery in mid merger. Fans and the Snyderverse community continue it's battle cry of #restorethesnyderverse. And with the recent highly cryptic social media activity of Mr. Snyder himself those battle cries have only gotten louder. Is this Snyder telling the world that he is marshaling his creative team to begin work on the sequel to Justice League? Well, in the next 60 mins give or take we...

Ep. 113 - To Kill? Or Not To Kill?

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! The Meanwhile crew enters the pod with one question on the table. To kill or not to kill. And there seems to be some pretty strong feelings that lean in both directions. And as always, we'll show you both sides of that coin. Should Batman have killed Joker a long time ago? Should Superman have killed Zod in Zack Snyder's Man of Steel? What does it mean for these heroes to get blood on their hands? And in a real world scenario. How would the "no kill"...

EP. 112 - Revisiting The Raimi/Maguire Spider-man Trilogy

Send us a Text Message. On today's show! It's the episode you all have been anxiously awaiting. Meanwhile's Raimi Spiderman Trilogy Retrospective!  Destination New York City, circa 2003-2007! To revisit Peter Parker, Aunt May, Uncle Ben, wow it's been so long since we have heard that name in association with Spider-man. Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, and of course the incomparable J. Jonah Jameson. And let's not forget the rogues gallery! With great power comes great responsibility! Listen...

EP. 111 - Disney Plus Day Recap/Breakdown

Geoff and Kristina join me in the pod to recap Disney Plus Day. We are going to be discussing and breaking down ALL the series announcements and teasers and speculating wildly on how these new projects could influence the greater Marvel Cinematic Universe. And what future projects these new series could lead to. We've got everything you want in a post Disney Day recap. 

EP. 111 - Disney Plus Day Recap/Breakdown

Send us a Text Message. Geoff and Kristina join me in the pod to recap Disney Plus Day. We are going to be discussing and breaking down ALL the series announcements and teasers and speculating wildly on how these new projects could influence the greater Marvel Cinematic Universe. And what future projects these new series could lead to. We've got everything you want in a post Disney Day recap.  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, ...

Ep. 110 - Spoiler Free & Spoiler Hot Review - The Eternals

On this episode of Meanwhile, Saba, Kristina, and Frank are in the pod to give you their SPOILER FREE & SPOILER HOT Review for Marvel Studios' Eternals. We start the episode with the SPOILER FREE segment, so don't worry about hearing any spoilers. This latest offering from Marvel, is the answer to the question. What would it look like if Kevin Feige found one of the worlds most talented directors and asked her to mash up Ancient Aliens and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Meanwhile crew we...

Ep. 110 - Spoiler Free & Spoiler Hot Review - Eternals

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Meanwhile, Saba, Kristina, and Frank are in the pod to give you their SPOILER FREE & SPOILER HOT Review for Marvel Studios' Eternals. We start the episode with the SPOILER FREE segment, so don't worry about hearing any spoilers. This latest offering from Marvel, is the answer to the question. What would it look like if Kevin Feige found one of the worlds most talented directors and asked her to mash up Ancient Aliens and the Marvel Cinematic Univer...

Ep. 109 - Interview w/ Marvel Superstar Writer - Jason Aaron Pt. 2

Send us a Text Message. This is part 2 of our amazing interview with Jason Aaron. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, be sure you go give that listen first. And then come back for Part 2. If you don't know who Jason is. Simply put he is arguably one of the most critically acclaimed, and fan favourite comic book writers of the last 10 years. His creator owned projects are some of the most talked about in the industry, and he has worked on Marvel's biggest titles and characters. So, if you...

Ep. 108 - Spoiler Hot Review - Dune (2021)

Send us a Text Message. For your listening pleasure, we are proud to bring you our Spoiler Hot Review of Dune. Grab your criss blades, put on your still suits, and jump in your ornothopters because we're headed to Arrakkis. From the costume design, all the way up to the special effects. Frank, Kristina, and Saba are going to give you their takeaways on Denis Villeneuve's latest feature length project. Here we gooo! Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your c...

Ep. 107 - Interview with Marvel's Superstar writer - Jason Aaron Pt. 1

Send us a Text Message. Coming up on todays show, we have a special treat for you. Kristina and Frank sit down with one of Marvel's most talented and metal comic book writers. The man who made Jane Foster worthy, killed the watcher. And made Daredevil a god. Jason Aaron. This is a two part interview. this is part 1. And we leave no stone unturned as we discuss it all. You do not want to miss this one. It's going to be one for the ages. Listen now! Want to have your say on the show? Leave...

Ep. 106- Trailer Party - Matrix Resurrection, Hawkeye, Wolverine, GOTG, KOTOR, and more

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Meanwhile Back On The Podcast, we have got a trailer breakdown extravaganza! Everyone and I mean everyone was glued to their computer screen for the release of the Matrix Resurrections trailer! And going by the online buzz, it did not disappoint. Now the Matrix was alone in creating some trailer hype. During the Sony Playstation's State Of Play the world were treated to a few teasers for some very excited new games for the PS5 and a few trailers.  ...

Ep. 105 - What If Season One Wrap up - Interview with head writer AC Bradley

On this episode of Meanwhile Back On The Podcast, Geoff joins me to continue our recap of What If Season 1.  We revisit episode 6-9, giving you a full breakdown on what we liked what didn't like and sharing some of our take aways. And as an added bonus to this already jam packed episode. We cap things off with our interview with the Executive Producer and Head Writer of Marvel Studios What If...? AC Bradley. Join us as we discuss everything season 1, and she gives you our audience some behin...

Ep. 105 - What If Season One Wrap up - Feat. What If..? head writer/EP AC Bradley

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Meanwhile Back On The Podcast, Geoff joins Frank to continue the recap of What If Season 1.  The Meanwhile crew revisits episode 6-9, giving you a full breakdown on what they liked ,what didn't like and they share some of their most thought provoking take aways. And as an added bonus to this already jam packed episode. We cap things off with our interview with the Executive Producer and Head Writer of Marvel Studios What If...? AC Bradley. Join us ...

Ep. 104 - Batman Day Celebration - Who is the GOAT of Big Screen Bats?

Send us a Text Message. Happy Batman Day 2021! Today is the 83rd birthday for the Dark Knight, the caper crusader, the Bat, the worlds greatest detective. And as we did last year, we have an episode for you that celebrates everything BATMAN! Geoff and Brad join me in the pod to try and answer once and for all. Who is the GOAT of big screen bats? Will it be Bale, Keaton, Affleck or will one us suffer a head injury and pick one of those other two guys? Stick around and find out. Nanananana Me...

Ep. 104 - Batman Day Celebration - Who is the BEST Big Screen Bat?

Happy Batman Day 2021! Today is the 83rd birthday for the Dark Knight, the caper crusader, the Bat, the worlds greatest detective. And as we did last year, we have an episode for you that celebrates everything BATMAN! Geoff and Brad join me in the pod to try and answer once and for all. Who is the greatest big screen bat? Will it be Bale, Keaton, Affleck or will one us suffer a head injury and pick one of those other two guys? Stick around and find out. Nanananana Meanwhile! 

Ep. 103 - What If...? Mid Season Review

Send us a Text Message. On today's episode its our mid season breakdown/review of Marvel Studios What If...?  Season 1. Spoilers ahead we'll be deep diving on first 5 episodes of this series. From Captain Carter, to Marvel Zombies we'll be breaking it all down. And we kick off the episode with an exciting announcement that you won't believe. So true believers stay right there, because we have got a great episode coming up.  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE wi...

Ep. 102 - Spoiler Hot Review - Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings

Send us a Text Message. On today's episode it's another spoiler hot review! I think this is the first time in the podcasts history where we did two film reviews back to back! And speaking of history the film that today's spoiler hot review is focused on just broke the labour day box office record. Of course I am talking about Marvel Studios Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings. Marvel's first foray into the Martial Arts genre! And lead by former stock photography model, and Toronto's o...

Ep. 101 - Spoiler Hot Review - The Suicide Squad

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Meanwhile, it's our first episode back from our short hiatus. And Kristina, Taco, and I waste no time giving you our spoiler hot review of The Suicide Squad, not Suicide Squad. The Suicide Squad. James Gunn's DC debut. Was this another smash hit for this beloved director? Did he do the the source material justice? Was this the comic book movie with the highest body count? And who do we think really saved the world from Starro the Conqueror? We got ...

Celebrating 100! These are 100 of our favourite things

Send us a Text Message. We thought long and hard about what we wanted to do for our 100th episode, and we lots of ideas, but only one of them checked the box that was most important to us, which was to give you the fans, something they would appreciate. So, for you our fans, this is Meanwhile's top 100 musts! Our top 100 recommendations, for what to watch, read, play, etc. Each of us curated a list of 20 of our favourite things from the wonderful world of spec/genre fiction. We've got comic...

Ep. 100 - Loki: Pod Of Mischief - For All Time. Always.

On today's show it's the finale episode of Pod Of Mischief,  Brad and Saba  join me in the Pod at the end of time to discuss the season finale of Marvel Studios Loki. Episode 6, For All Time, Always. And as much as we wanted this episode to answer some questions, it ended up raising a lot more. Like how is Jonathan Majors so awesome? Is Loki forever changed? What was really motivating Sylvie, and where in time and space does the events of this episode take place, and how and when does it tie...

Ep. 100 - Loki: Pod Of Mischief - For All Time. Always.

Send us a Text Message. On today's show it's the finale episode of Pod Of Mischief,  Brad and Saba  join me in the Pod at the end of time to discuss the season finale of Marvel Studios Loki. Episode 6, For All Time, Always. And as much as we wanted this episode to answer some questions, it ended up raising a lot more. Like how is Jonathan Majors so awesome? Is Loki forever changed? What was really motivating Sylvie, and where in time and space does the events of this episode take place, and...

Bonus: Spoiler Hot Review - Black Widow

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Meanwhile Back On The Podcast. We've got out spoiler hot review of Marvel Studios, Black Widow. It's been quite along time since we've had a Marvel film to talk about, and we had quite a bit to say....We'll tell you what we liked, what we didn't like and we'll be gushing over Florence Pugh...a lot. But be prepared to have some truth bombs dropped on you like flying assassin training facilities from above. We've got all this and so much on this epis...

Update: Thank you! We made it to 100! Schedule change - yah we hate these too

Send us a Text Message. Yah, these are annoying to find in your feed, when you get notified that there is a new episode you get excited, and then when you see that its just an update or a trailer. your excitement quickly turns into dissapointment. We get it. But bare with us. You are going to like this one. Don't be like that, hit play.  Want to have your say on the show? Leave us a voice note HERE with your comments or questions, and we'll respond ON AIR on a future episode! And be su...