S4 EP9: Uncle Tom Mutants – A Review of the X-Men ’97 Animated Series pt.2

The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) begin their review of the return of the X-Men animated series, X-Men ’97. Tangents include the validity of mob doctors for mutants, unexplainable fighting physics, Val Cooper conspiracy theories, Deadpool vs. Comic-Con, and more.

Show Notes

🎙️ Episode Title: “Uncle Tom Mutants”

📅 Release Date: Mutant Time (five weeks late)

🕒 Duration: 58 minutes

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
- Welcome back, X-Fans! Strap in as we teleport through the twists and turns of episode 2, where Magneto does more heavy lifting than Colossus on leg day.
00:02:30 – Magneto’s Heroic Feats
- A Ferris wheel rescue worthy of a theme park commercial. Is Magneto auditioning for the next Avenger or just flexing his magnetic charm?¹
00:07:45 – Morlocks’ Dilemma
- The Morlocks face more drama than a daytime soap opera. Will Magneto’s plan for their safety turn into a vacation or an exile?¹
00:12:50 – Trust Issues
- Cyclops has more trust issues than a cat at a dog show. Can Jean’s refusal to mind-read Magneto be the first step towards mutant harmony?¹
00:17:20 – Rogue’s Confrontation
- Rogue and Magneto’s tense exchange—more loaded than Wolverine’s breakfast burrito. Will they reconcile or is it just another case of ‘gloves off’?¹
00:22:35 – Trial and Turmoil
- Magneto’s trial at the UN—where justice meets reality TV. Will the world see a reformed villain or just another episode of courtroom drama?¹
00:27:50 – Storm’s Power Outage
- Storm loses her powers and finds herself in an emotional hurricane. Is this the calm before the storm or just a chance for some personal growth?¹
00:32:15 – Baby on Board
- Jean’s big news sends Wolverine sprinting faster than Quicksilver on a sugar rush. Will the new arrival be a bundle of joy or a bundle of powers?¹
00:37:30 – X-Cutioner’s Entrance
- The X-Cutioner crashes the party with more gadgets than a Swiss Army knife. Is he here to stay or just a one-hit wonder?¹
00:42:55 – Wrap-Up
- We close with our thoughts on about a Deadpool 3 release during Comic Con 2024.

Outro: That’s all for today’s episode, folks! Remember, in the world of X-Men, expect the unexpected—like finding out your podcast host might be a mutant too. Stay tuned, and keep those visors clear and claws sharp!

And there you have it, show notes that pack more punch than a Wolverine claw swipe. Get ready to tune in and turn up the volume for an episode that’s sure to be as electrifying as Storm’s weather forecast! 🎧⚡

EP.122 – Wait, You Know Kung Fu Too? – A Review of The State of Martial Arts Films pt.2 – Tangential Giants Podcast

Kareem, Ken, Pat, and returning chaos agent JPG dive into the second half of their martial arts saga, tracing how the genre went from the clean, wide‑shot choreography of the 80s and 90s to the hyper‑edited, camera‑trick chaos that took over in the 2000s.They unpack how The Matrix rewired Hollywood’s brain, how 9‑11 reshaped action aesthetics, and how Jackie Chan’s beautifully reckless stunt work got replaced by gunkata, tactical reloads, and enough quick cuts to make a film editor sweat. Along the way, the crew debates whether modern action is evolution or just caffeine with a budget.If you enjoy martial arts history, pop culture detours, and a guest who refuses to stay on topic, this episode delivers.#tangentialgiants #martialartsmovies #actioncinema #Gunkata #jackiechan #thematrix #filmpodcast #popculturepodcast #moviediscussions