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.
Category: Pop Culture Review
Capes, Chaos, and Collectables – Brainstorming Ideas for Comic-Con
This week, the crew sits down to review the content for their upcoming 2025 Comic‑Con panel. The goal was simple. Stay focused. Stay organized. Stay on topic. Naturally, none of that happened.
ON THE DL EP.1 – Pick Yourself Up and Try Again – A review of Romeo Must Die
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the life and career of the incomparable Delroy Lindo—an actor whose mere presence can elevate any scene to cinematic gold. We’re specifically shining a spotlight on his role in the martial arts action flick Romeo Must Die. As always, expect our signature blend of wit, insightful analysis, and a few delightful tangents.
S4 EP.25 – Stuffed and Satisfied: A Thanksgiving Food Review
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) dive fork-first into the delicious chaos of Thanksgiving as they review the dishes that make the holiday. Tangents include Yacht rock loopholes, finding out why Turkey’s need pardoning, Applebee’s new hot whiskey chicken dip sauce, and more.
S4 EP.21 – Cameofest pt.2 – A review of Comic-Con 2024 and Deadpool and Wolverine pt.2
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) wrap up their review of the Deadpool and Wolverine movie. Tangents include replacing Daredevil in the MCU film universe, Mystique the Politician, lazy ass Sam Jackson, and more.
S4 EP.20 – Hot Cameo summer – A review of Comic-Con 2024 and Deadpool and Wolverine
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) review news and events from Comic-Con 2024 and tackle Deadpool and Wolverine. Tangents include casting the wrong Dr. Doom, Sony’s vault of bad movies, blaming the Inhumans for the downfall of the MCU, and more.
S4 EP.19 – Is the new norm just failure? – A review of the 2024 box office slump pt.2
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) wrap up their review of the state of movie theaters in 2024. Tangents include the Brie Larson blame hour, James A. Garfield the movie, studios triple dipping into pockets, and more.
S4 EP.18 – Nicole Kidman has Failed – A review of the 2024 box office slump
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) review the state of movie theaters in 2024. Tangents include possible alternatives to the Venom-verse, Bad Boys’ bad marketing, misogyny ruining action movies, and more.
S4 EP.14: Endless shrimp at the end of the world – Reviewing the Fallout TV show pt.3
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) continue their review of the Amazon hit series, Fallout as they tackle the back half of the season, episodes 5 – 8. Tangents include tricking investors with robots, hoarding junk during the apocalypse, endless shrimp ruining businesses, and more.
S4 EP 1.3 – Were we not entertained? – Reviewing 2023
The guys (Kareem, Ken, and Pat) conclude their review of 2023 and its biggest cultural moments. Tangents include dumb AI, workers strike, dead pop tarts, and more. Show Notes