Super Woke or Super Broke – A Review of James Gunn’s Superman pt.1

Super Woke or Super Broke – A Review of James Gunn’s Superman

If you expected James Gunn’s Superman reboot to deliver a calm, measured reflection on truth, justice, and the American way, this episode will quickly correct that assumption. The Tangential Giants return with a discussion that is less a review and more a pop culture demolition derby. From Greg Cipes’ wellness-infused PR disasters to Skynet’s ongoing identity crisis, the conversation becomes a lively mix of commentary, satire, and affectionate chaos. Superman’s early-career mishaps receive a thorough roasting, and the group manages to turn every tangent into a full philosophical detour.

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An Ouroboros of Robotos – A Review of James Gunn’s Superman pt.1

Show Notes: Tangents, Chaos, and Kryptonian Collateral Damage

Greg Cipes and the Celebrity Detox Statement Generator

The episode opens with a breakdown of Greg Cipes’ latest controversy. The group examines why celebrity apologies often sound like they were drafted during a meditation retreat. They explore fandom reactions, PR missteps, and the broader trend of spiritualized public statements.

Relevant links:

Greg Cipes IMDb

Celebrity Apology Bingo

https://www.vulture.com/2023/07/celebrity-apology-bingo-card.html (vulture.com in Bing)

Skynet’s Existential Crisis: The Ouroboros of Robotos

The conversation shifts into Terminator lore and the increasingly convoluted nature of its timelines. The group wonders what happens when killer robots become trapped in their own time loops and whether a T-800 would eventually require therapy. The discussion blends sci-fi analysis with dry humor.

Relevant links:

Terminator Timeline Explained

https://screenrant.com/terminator-movie-timeline-explained/ (screenrant.com in Bing)

Skynet’s AI Paradox

https://www.wired.com/story/terminator-skynet-ai-paradox/ (wired.com in Bing)

Rookie Superman: The Yeet Years

The Giants revisit Superman’s earliest comic appearances, when his approach to heroism involved launching cars into the stratosphere and causing property damage that would bankrupt a small city. They highlight the charm and chaos of Golden Age storytelling while comparing it to the expectations placed on modern superhero films.

Relevant links:

Golden Age Superman’s Wildest Moments

https://www.dc.com/blog/2020/06/18/supermans-most-outrageous-golden-age-moments (dc.com in Bing)

James Gunn’s Superman: What We Know So Far

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/james-gunn-superman-legacy-details-1235314567/ (hollywoodreporter.com in Bing)

Tangent Tracker

Juice cleanse PR theory
Terminator therapy
Superman’s early career mishaps
Time loop burnout
Celebrity fandom reactions
Greg Cipes’ spiritual branding
Skynet’s need for rest

If you enjoy listening to four hosts challenge each other to escalate every tangent while dissecting fictional icons and the cultural narratives around them, this installment will fit neatly into your rotation.

Super Woke or Super Broke – Tangential Giants Podcast

The Giants are back, and this week, Kareem, Ken, and Pat have dragged their long‑suffering friend Tim into the studio for an episode that immediately veers off the rails and never once apologizes for it.First up: Greg Cipes. Yes, that Greg Cipes. The crew dives into the swirling storm of his latest controversy, unpacking the spectacle, the fandom reactions, and the eternal question: why do celebrity statements always feel like they were drafted during a juice cleanse.Then the conversation takes a hard left turn into the Ouroboros of Terminator robots, a philosophical deep dive into what happens when killer machines start time‑looping themselves into existential burnout. Is Skynet okay. Should someone check on it. Does a T‑800 dream of electric therapy bills.And because no episode is complete without roasting a beloved icon, the Giants revisit Superman’s rookie mistakes, the early days when the world’s greatest hero was still figuring out how not to yeet cars into orbit or accidentally demolish small businesses while stopping purse snatchers.If you enjoy pop‑culture chaos, sci‑fi spirals, and four grown adults trying to out‑tangent each other, this episode is your new comfort noise.#tangentialgiants #podcastchaos #GregCipes #popculturedebate #TerminatorLore #SciFiNerds #TimeLoopTalk #SkynetSpirals #SupermanFails #RookieSupes #NerdCulture #geektalkph #comedypodcast #popculturepodcast #KareemKenPatTim