S4 EP8: Work harder, not smarter – A Review of the X-Men ’97 Animated Series pt.1

The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) begin their review of the return of the X-Men animated series, X-Men ’97. Tangents include animated cuckolding, countless Summers children, sandbagging during fights, Deadpool vs. Comic-Con, and more.

Show Notes

Welcome to Tangential Giants, where we sliced through the noise and brough you the adamantium-hard facts and insights on all things X-Men ’97 episodes 1 & 2. We’re diving claws-first into the first two episodes of the much-anticipated X-Men ’97 animated series. So, buckle up, X-Fans, it’s going to be a cerebro-blast!

🎙️ Episode Title: “Work harder, not smarter”

📅 Release Date: April 1, 2024

🕒 Duration: 45 minutes

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Introduction
A warm welcome back to the Danger Room, where nostalgia meets 2024.
Quick recap: Why the ’97 in X-Men ’97 is more than just a number—it’s a legacy.
Episode 1: “A New Dawn”
The Phoenix rises… but not the one you’re thinking of. We discuss the new status quo post-Professor X’s attempted assassination1.
Cyclops’ leadership: Is he the fearless leader or just a guy who can’t take off his sunglasses indoors?2.
Episode 2: “Magnetic Personality”
Magneto’s back, and he’s got more layers than an onion in a metal suit. We dissect his grand return and what it means for our heroes1.
The voice that could command a metal army: Matthew Waterson’s portrayal of Magneto—gravitas or just heavy metal?1.
Animation Evolution
From pencil sketches to pixels: How the animation style has evolved while keeping one foot in the past2.
Fight scenes that make you want to throw a cardboard box in excitement—just like the good ol’ days2.
The Mutant Soap Opera
Wolverine vs. Cyclops: The eternal debate—Who’s the better leader, and who’s just better at brooding?1.
Rogue’s dilemma: Still yearning for touch or just for better gloves?1.
New Kids on the Block
Bishop and Morph get a promotion from benchwarmers to starting lineup. Are they MVPs or just there for the high fives?2.
The team dynamics: More tangled than Wolverine’s hair on a humid day 2.
Looking Ahead
Predictions and wild theories: Will Gambit ever learn to cook anything other than a deck of cards?
Sneak peek: What to expect in the next episodes and why you should keep your Saturday mornings free.
Closing Thoughts
Our final thoughts on the return of Magneto and the brotherhood moving into the X mansions and living off inherited wealth.

Outro: That’s all for today’s episode, folks! Remember, in the world of X-Men, expect the unexpected tangent—like this podcast dropping on a Wed. Stay tuned, and keep those visors clear and claws sharp!

And there you have it, folks—show notes that are more packed with content than Beast’s bookshelf. Tune in, turn up the volume, and let’s get animated about X-Men ’97! 🎧✖️

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