Alex and Joe talk about Marvel Legends, Captain America: Brave New World, and a couple other things I've forgotten.

You can reach us at the following locations if you feel the need:
Alex and Joe can be found on X respectively @karcossa and @FirstRonin4. 
You can also find Alex on Bluesky @karcossa.bsky.social.
Alex is on threads @Alex_K_Cossa.
ThoseTwoGeeks@gmail.com

Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Those Two Geeks 304: “The MCU is Almost Old Enough to Drink!?”

#craftbeer #drake #kendricklamar 
The new Captain America opens up questions about the future of the MCU, Drake escapes Kendrick's victory lap in Australia and drops $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, and we crack open a couple cold, crispy bois to wash it all down.

Cheers!

Beer of the Week: Green Bench Brewing Co. Postcard Pils American Pilsner

0:00 Show Intro
4:14 Captain America Brave New World May Not Be A Bust
15:50 The Hyperbole Problem With MCU Movie Reviews
24:41 Is The MCU in Trouble?
44:06 Drake's Post-Beef Response
1:09:09 Cheers of the Week: Paddington 3 & WWE Vault
1:17:40 Beer Review

Drake Goes Down (Under) | Ep. 451

Episode Thirty-eight - Menty B-15 - Review of Loki Season One, Part II (Episodes 4-6) - Show Notes 

Emily is down bad for Loki (what’s new?), Marc is mad about Alligator Loki, and they both wonder… What If? 

Credits & Tech: 

We record remotely using a free service called Cleanfeed
Editing done in Logic Pro X
Emily and Marc record on Audio-Technica AT2005USB Dynamic Microphones
Music from YouTube Audio Library
Producer/Host - Marc Villa
Producer/Host/Editing - Emily Griswold


Episode Thirty-eight - A Little Menty B-15

AKAPAD The Film Buff shares his memories of first seeing Daredevil and his later quest to track down the DVD Director’s Cut.

Back in 2003, Daredevil was poised to be Marvel’s next big hit, following the world-changing success of 2002’s Spider-Man. However, what audiences received was unexpected. Despite its serious tone and faithful portrayal of the character’s arc, the film faced mixed reactions. Over time, the internet would prove unkind to Ben Affleck’s portrayal of Marvel’s blind vigilante.

Writer-director Mark Steven Johnson had a deep appreciation for the character, incorporating many iconic elements from the comics that defined Daredevil's milestone storylines. Yet, the film's reception left fans divided—until the release of the Director’s Cut, which many consider a redemption of the original vision.

More about this film. 
DAREDEVIL (2003) – THE MAN WITHOUT FEAR HITS THE BIG SCREEN!

Alright, true believers, strap in! In 2003, Hollywood took a blind leap of faith with Daredevil, bringing Marvel’s roughest, toughest, most justice-obsessed street brawler to the big screen. Ben Affleck trades his Boston accent for a red leather suit as Matt Murdock, a blind lawyer by day and a no-holds-barred vigilante by night. Fueled by a tragic origin (radioactive goo—because, comics!), Murdock develops super-heightened senses, letting him "see" the world in a way no one else can.

But what’s a hero without some serious trouble? Enter Elektra (Jennifer Garner), the lethal love interest with daddy issues, and Wilson Fisk, aka The Kingpin (Michael Clarke Duncan), the crime lord pulling all the strings. And just to make sure things get extra insane, we’ve got Colin Farrell chewing up the scenery as Bullseye, a psycho assassin who can turn a paperclip into a deadly weapon.

Packed with rooftop acrobatics, bone-crunching fights, and a soundtrack straight out of your early-2000s Napster playlist, Daredevil was Marvel’s attempt to go dark and gritty before The Dark Knight made it cool. While the theatrical cut took some heat, the Director’s Cut added more grit, more lawyering, and—believe it or not—a better story.

So, was Daredevil the next Spider-Man, or did it get blindsided by its own ambition? Either way, one thing’s for sure: The Devil of Hell’s Kitchen got his time in the spotlight, and fanboys will be debating its legacy for years to come!

Those who brought us this film. 
Main Cast:
Ben Affleck – Matt Murdock / Daredevil
Jennifer Garner – Elektra Natchios
Colin Farrell – Bullseye
Michael Clarke Duncan – Wilson Fisk / The Kingpin
Jon Favreau – Franklin "Foggy" Nelson
Joe Pantoliano – Ben Urich
David Keith – Jack Murdock
Leland Orser – Wesley Owen Welch
Ellen Pompeo – Karen Page
Erick Avari – Nikolas Natchios
Derrick O’Connor – Father Everett
Key Crew Members:
Director: Mark Steven Johnson
Writer: Mark Steven Johnson
Producers: Avi Arad, Gary Foster, Arnon Milchan
Executive Producers: Stan Lee, Kevin Feige, Bernie Williams
Cinematography: Ericson Core
Editor: Dennis Virkler
Music Composer: Graeme Revell
Production Designer: Barry Chusid
Costume Designer: James Acheson

DAREDEVIL (2003) - Memories of

In this gripping finale episode of Catholic Guilt: A Daredevil Born Again Podcast, hosts Peter and Eddie dive headfirst into the explosive season closer of Daredevil: Born Again, Episode 9, "Straight to Hell." Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) faces his darkest hour as Mayor Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) tightens his iron grip on New York City, unleashing chaos and martial law. The Marvelists unpack the jaw-dropping return of Frank Castle/The Punisher (Jon Bernthal) and Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll), dissecting their emotional reunions with Matt and the ideological clash between Daredevil’s no-kill code and Punisher’s brutal justice. 

With Fisk’s “Safer Streets” initiative plunging the city into darkness and Matt assembling a resistance at Josie’s Bar, the episode sets up a thrilling Season 2. Peter and Eddie share their excitement for the MCU’s street-level future, toss in some comic book Easter eggs (hello, Red Hook free port!), and reflect on whether Born Again lives up to its Netflix predecessor. Join us for heartfelt banter, sharp analysis, and a few laughs as we wrestle with the moral murk of Hell’s Kitchen—one guilt-ridden episode at a time!

Catholic Guilt- A Daredevil Born Again Podcast - Episode 9

"Thunderbolts*" marks a potentially major turning point within the MCU as it brings a group of anti-heroes together to face a new threat and forces them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. The marketing has been called out for its A24 style, with particular early positive reactions directed towards the cast and director Jake Schreier's more grounded approach to the filmmaking. Schreier and the film's Oscar-nominated composers, Ryan Lott, Rafiq Bhatia, and Ian Chang (otherwise known as "Son Lux"), were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about their work and experience making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is opening in theaters on May 2nd from Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Thank you, and enjoy!

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Interviews With "Thunderbolts*" Director & Composers

For this week's main podcast review, Lauren LaMagna, Cody Dericks, Tom O'Brien, and I are reviewing and discussing the latest film from Marvel Studios, "Thunderbolts*," starring Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen & Julia Louis-Dreyfus. At a time when the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) needs a shot in the arm, this ragtag group of antiheroes has come together under the direction of "Beef" filmmaker Jake Schreier to deliver one of the franchise's freshest films in years as it tackles themes of loneliness, depression, and camaraderie. What did we think of the story, performances, action, humor, score, and how it sets up the future of the MCU? Please tune in as we touch upon these points and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy!

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"Thunderbolts*"

Join us today as we get real silly and discuss some pop culture, including: Venom: The Last Dance (2024), Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (Disney+), Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+), Thunderbolts* (2025), Wolf Man (2025), & The Pitt (Max)!

All this plus: Our new LTAS! logo, the unique plot of the 2012 film 'Electrick Children', parades, SpaghettiOgurt, Turd-E, and so much more!

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402. Translucentsylvania

In this electrifying episode of The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie dive into Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts*, a bold, action-packed film that unites a team of misfit antiheroes for a covert, high-stakes mission. Joined by special guests TashiGeekGirl and her husband Jason, the hosts discuss the movie’s gritty vibe, its key role in the MCU’s Phase Five, and the standout performances that bring this unconventional superhero story to life. Expect spoiler-free insights, spirited banter, and excitement about the film’s thrilling dynamics!

 When a dangerous global conspiracy emerges, Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Valentina Allegra de Fontaine assembles a ragtag squad of enhanced operatives—including Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova and Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes—for a clandestine operation that tests their skills, loyalties, and moral boundaries.

Thunderbolts* is directed by Jake Schreier and stars Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, Chris Bauer, Wendell Pierce, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Thunderbolts* (2025)

Sorry mal wieder für eine dicke Verspätung. Dafür gibt's aber auch eine dicke Folge, in der Gaming mal eher eine untergeordnete Rolle spielt. Wir sprechen über das "Ende" von Game Two, den ÖRR, Jens' Linkin-Park-Konzerterfahrung und darüber, wann Videospiele in Glücksspiel ausarten.

Besucht Jens doch mal auf Twitch (dann verpasst ihr auch keinen Live-Podcast): www.twitch.tv/der_nerdi

Folge 192 - Die deutsche TV-Landschaft im Wandel

March 26, 2008, the launch of Graphic Policy. Born out of an interest in doing some more creative writing than what was allowed at work, the site began as a look at comic books, especially of those with political themes. Most importantly, the site was founded on three ideas:

    Transparency – the site would disclose all conflicting relationships, and most importantly disclose when materials were provided to the site for free from publishers, studios, etc., so that you the readers could make an informed decision.
    Open – the site is open to anyone to contribute. We want to provide a safe place for people to add their voice to the comics community and a platform to do so.
    Progressive – this site prides itself on being progressive. Both when it comes to inclusion of individuals (see #2), but also ideas, not just here but in the industry as a whole. We don’t tolerate harassment, bigotry, shaming, or bullying of any sort, as we feel the safer individuals feel to express their ideas, and the greater the diversity of those doing so, the better the industry is.

The site has morphed over the years from its “political roots,” to generally covering the comic industry with previews, reviews, interviews, and general convention coverage. It then morphed again digging into industry demographics, and becoming the leader for that information. In August 2011, the website went to the airwaves to launch Graphic Policy Radio which has aired ever since and then a second podcast Those Two Geeks among numerous other specialty podcasts. The site has evolved into what you see today to cover not just comics, but also movies, television, games, fashion, and technology, while keeping its “geek” roots.

Bei Nerdiverse dreht sich alles um Gaming, Filme, Serien und eigentlich auch alles andere.

A podcast by NextBestPicture.com that reviews the latest film releases and discusses various topics within the world of film and the awards race.

The internet has killed film criticism, resurrecting it is Peter A Deluca known throughout the cosmos as AKPAD. Here he wages war against poor hot takes, lazy insight, and trashing a movie just for clicks. This is the last bastion of honest cinema thought.

The World's Most Fun Pop Culture Podcast!
Hosted by Steven Fisher & Brent Hibbard.

The Marvelists is a podcast with Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson which talks about the massive Marvel universe!

Welcome to The One Beer in Podcast! 

We're two best friends that enjoy getting on each others' nerves and talking crap while enjoying a good beer (or two). This podcast is your invitation into our colorful conversations that range from PlayStation to Internet politics. Strap in -- this is very much a conversational podcast, as we take a layman's point-of-view and discuss our interests: beer, video games, movies, tech, entertainment and basically any rabbit hole that we may wander into along the way. 

We often end our podcast with a beer review, and sometimes sneak in a bonus brew, so stay tuned. 

Cheers

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