S4 EP10: Could have just gone to Kaiser – A Review of the X-Men ’97 Animated Series pt.3

The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) continue their review of the return of the X-Men animated series, X-Men ’97. Tangents include the problematic mutant health insurance, misusing baby monitors, racist time traveling, and more.

Show Notes

🎙️ Episode Title: “They could have just gone to Kaiser”

📅 Release Date: Mutant Time (five weeks late)

🕒 Duration: 53 minutes

Episode 3: “Fire Made Flesh”

Jean’s Telepathic Headache: Jean Grey dives into her own mind, but it’s like navigating rush hour traffic in a psychic freeway. Fragments, memories, and a dash of existential crisis—welcome to Jean’s mental gridlock.
Beast’s DNA Detective Work: Beast whips out his mutant CSI kit and concludes that the Jean who’s been hanging with the X-Men is a clone. Jean’s reaction? She’s angrier than Magneto at a metal detector convention.
Goblin Queen Unleashed: The clone gets a makeover and a new name: Goblin Queen. Sinister’s behind it all, and he’s got a thing for baby Nathan. But hey, at least we know where the Goblin Queen shops—Villain Chic Boutique.
Team Hellfire: The X-Men descend into a demonic hellscape. Monsters, memories, and a giant sentinel—just another day at the office. Jean saves the day, but the Goblin Queen snatches Nathan and heads to Sinister’s lab. Cue dramatic music.

Episode 4: “Mojo’s Punk Rock Offer”

Punk Rock Mojo: Mojo struts in, offering Jubilee a chance to relive her best memories forever. Because nothing says “nostalgia” like neon hair, mosh pits, and questionable fashion choices.
Criminals vs. Punk Savior: A punk vigilante takes down some thugs. Mojo’s like, “Join my reality TV show!” Jubilee’s like, “Sure, as long as I get a backstage pass to the ’90s.”
Roberto’s Mom from Hell: Roberto and Jubilee’s horror movie night turns real. His mom’s face pops out of the TV, calling him a monster. Parental guilt level: 1000.
Mind-Bending Mojo: Mojo’s mojo messes with minds. The X-Men become demonic versions of themselves. Magneto’s window trick? Foiled. Cyclops apologizes mid-battle. Awkward.
Sinister Showdown: The Goblin Queen awaits, and Morph’s GPS points to Sinister’s lab. Can the X-Men stop the cloning chaos? Tune in next time for more mutant madness!

Remember, listeners, when life throws clones, demons, and punk rock memories your way, just channel your inner Wolverine and say, “Bub, let’s podcast!” 🤘🔥

Shawarma vs Falafel vs Vaccines – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.2 – Tangential Giants Podcast

The Tangential Giants are back with Part 2 of their deep dive into James Gunn’s Superman, and this round Kareem, Ken, and Pat have dragged Tim into the fray. He claims he’s here for analysis, but really he’s here for moral support and to witness whatever this movie is doing in its first twenty minutes.The crew breaks down everything from the Lois and Clark argument that feels ripped straight from a couples therapy session to Superman throwing hands with a kaiju before breakfast. They also unpack the emotional rollercoaster of watching Clark repair a Kryptonian VHS love letter from his parents, because apparently Krypton had Blockbuster.Naturally, the tangents spiral.The team debates which Mediterranean dish officially separates MCU fans from DCU loyalists. They explore the hazards of rookie superheroism and why some heroes should probably start with a learner’s permit. Then they wander into a surprisingly scientific discussion about Big Dick Energy and how it occasionally overrides attractiveness, logic, and the known laws of the universe.If you enjoy chaotic analysis, passionate nonsense, and four grown adults arguing about whether Superman should own a Blu‑ray player, this episode is your new comfort food. Grab your gyro or shawarma depending on your cinematic allegiance, and settle in for another heroic descent into tangents.#tangentialgiants #superman #jamesgunn #dcuniverse #dcuniverse #supermanmovie #dccomics #comicbookmovies #nerdpodcast #SuperheroTalk #moviebreakdown #loisandclark #kaijufights #krypton #podcastepisode #geekculture #popculturepodcast #dcfans #SupermanAnalysis #moviediscussions