The guys (Kareem, Ken, Pat) are joined by guest Mayday to review Marvel’s latest attempt to rekindle fans’ interest in the MCU. Tangents include the pitch for an entirely different movie, the legalities of turning an assassin into a congressman, having the balls to kill Betty Ross and more.

Show Notes

Episode Highlights:

• Captain America: Brave New World or Hulk: The Green Giant Rises? ○ Is this movie truly a Captain America flick, or is the Hulk stealing the spotlight? Our hosts dive into the great debate.
• MCU’s Character Conundrum
  ○ Why does the Marvel Cinematic Universe keep fumbling character pieces? Kareem, Ken, and Patrick discuss the ongoing struggle to balance character arcs with blockbuster action.
• The Curious Case of Congressman Bucky Barnes
  ○ From brainwashed assassin to elected congressman, Bucky Barnes’ journey is nothing short of a political thriller. Our hosts break down this unexpected twist.
• Pitch Perfect (or Not)
  ○ Got a wild idea for a new Marvel movie? So do our hosts! Tune in as they pitch their own hilarious and outlandish movie concepts.
• Wasted Potential: Storylines That Deserved Better
  ○ Which storylines in the MCU were tossed aside like yesterday’s news? Our hosts lament the missed opportunities and wasted potential in the Marvel Universe.

Tune in for:

• A rollicking, witty discussion packed with hot takes and hearty laughs • In-depth analysis of the latest Marvel movie and its impact on the MCU
• Creative movie pitches that may (or may not) rival Marvel’s own ideas
• A fun, engaging conversation that will leave you thinking, laughing, and maybe even questioning your favorite superhero choices

Get ready for a Marvel-ous episode with Kareem, Ken, and Patrick as they tackle all things Captain America: Brave New World and beyond. #captainamerica

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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

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