S5 EP.5 – Captain America: What Could Have Been – A review of latest Captain America Movie

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.

CAPES, CHOAS, AND COLLECTIBLES – Reviwing content for our 2025 Comic-Con panel Tangential Giants Podcast

Tangential Giants gear up for their July 2025 Comic-Con panel with a mix of sharp insights and chaotic detours. Expect candid talk on how the comics industry still struggles with writing full female characters, irreverent tangents about X-rated Golden Girls t-shirts, and the kind of catchy jingles that once sold knockoff Transformers toys. Equal parts Comic-Con preview, pop culture critique, and toy nostalgia, this episode proves that the tangents are the real headline.#comiccon #comicbookculture #comicbookpodcast #butterflyeffect #chaostheory #goldengirls #toyculture #nerdculture
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  3. Justice for Taskmaster – A Review of Thunderbolts pt.2
  4. More Like the Trauma-bolts – A Review of Thunderbolts pt.1
  5. Captain America still lacks leadership

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