S4 EP.16: To me, my tax write-offs – A Review of the X-Men ’97 Animated Series pt.5

The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) are joined by Kurosh Jozavi (@kujoprime). They wrap up their review of the return of the X-Men animated series, X-Men ’97. They discuss plot-drafting a Wolverine and Hulk TV series. They argue in favor of mind wipes. They mention Captain America’s graveyard of shields. There is more to discuss.

Show Notes

Episode 6: “Lifedeath – Part 2”

In the aftermath of the Genosha tragedy, the X-Men are left to pick up the pieces. This episode dives deep into the emotional turmoil of our heroes. Rogue grapples with the devastating loss of Gambit. As she battles her grief, Rogue’s struggle is palpable, making for some truly heart-wrenching moments. Meanwhile, Storm embarks on a quest to regain her powers. This quest leads to a climactic showdown. You will be left on the edge of your seat. And just when you think things can’t get more intense, Professor Xavier returns dramatically from the brink of death. He owes this to the advanced medical technology of the Shi’ar Empire.¹. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, packed with action, drama, and a sprinkle of hope.

Episode 7: “Bright Eyes”

The fallout from the Genosha attack continues to ripple through the X-Men team. Rogue’s grief over Gambit’s death is still raw, and her struggle to move forward is both poignant and powerful. As the team mourns their losses, they must also face new threats. Enter Bastion, a formidable new villain with a sinister plan that could spell doom for mutants everywhere. With Mister Sinister pulling the strings, the X-Men are in for a tough battle. Cyclops steps up to lead the team, providing aid to Genosha and rallying the X-Men for the challenges ahead ². This episode is a masterclass in balancing emotional depth with high-stakes action, setting the stage for an epic season finale.

EP.119 – Don't Trust Billionaires – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.3 – Tangential Giants Podcast

The Tangential Giants return for their third strike at reviewing the three-quarter mark of James Gunn’s Superman, and somehow, the chaos only gets more refined with age. Kareem, Ken, Pat, and guest Tim settle in to talk about the movie, but as always, tangents emerge like uninvited cousins who still somehow run the show.This time, the crew dives into how the fictional citizens of Metropolis and the very real citizens of the United States share a troubling weakness for any rich guy with a shiny suit and a PR team. From there, they spiral into a celebration of Guy Gardner’s comedic menace as Green Lantern, because apparently the universe needed a man who is equal parts hero and walking HR violation.Naturally, the group also questions the logistics of a pocket universe prison. Is it science, magic, or just James Gunn saying, " Trust me and hoping no one asks follow-up questions? The Giants ask them anyway. And that is only scratching the surface of the detours they take while trying to talk about Superman’s journey.If you enjoy passionate nonsense, comic book philosophy, and four grown adults trying to make sense of a movie that refuses to stay on the rails, this episode is your comfort food. Settle in and enjoy another round of heroic chaos.#tangentialgiants #superman #jamesgunn #dcu #dcuniverse #supermanmovie #dccomics #comicbookmovies #nerdpodcast #superherotalk #moviebreakdown #GuyGardner #greenlantern #metropolis #PocketUniverse #popculturepodcast #dcfans #supermananalysis #moviediscussions