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

#hulk #mcu #moviereviews

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

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2. EP.121 – Catching Bullets With His Teeth – A Review of The State of Martial Arts Films pt.1 55:13
3. EP.120 – Jimmy Olsen's Manosphere Problem – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.4 53:50
4. Shawarma vs Falafel vs Vaccines – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.2 42:29
5. Super Woke or Super Broke – A Review of James Gunn's Superman pt.1 39:34