Major Issues Podcast

If you can't wait until 2025 to see a new iteration of Superman you're in luck! My Adventures with Superman has just finished its freshmen outing but how does it hold up? Does the anime influence help or hurt the very familiar story of our Man of Steel? Where does it fit in the lexicon of Superman media? Check out this episode to find out! If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can g...

The Many Deaths of Laila Starr is the latest modern classic published under Boom Studios, which seems to be firing on all cylinder lately. Written by acclaimed writer Ram V, with gorgeous art by the incomparable Filipe Andrade, Many Deaths is a deep look at the human experience, our relationship with death, and what it truly means to live forever. Join us as we tackle this emotional roller coaster...

Kick-Ass 2 turned 10 years old this August which means its TIME FOR A REWATCH! Join us as we dissect this heavily-anticipated sequel, and see if it stands the test of time. WARNING: To EVEN NAME some of these character we had to cuss, so leave the kiddies at home. If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters! Rate us wherever podcasts are found....

Invincible Season 2 is on the way but to whet our appetites until November 3rd, Amazon Prime Video has released the Invincible: Atom Eve Special, which gives us a unique look at the origin story of Invincible's Samantha Eve Wilkins. Is the grittiness of Invincible enough to cure those suffering from Superhero, or even worse, Origin Story Fatigue? Tune in and find out plus, a Pokemon Live-Action dr...

If clickbait sites are to be believed, society as a whole is suffering from a bit of "superhero fatigue", but does the concept actually exist? Is Blue Beetle the cure for what has been ailing WB's when it comes to crafting a well-made origin story? Will we ever get a live-action Spider-Ham movie? Some of these questions will be answered in this episode but if you wanna know which ones, you'll have...

Our favorite heroes in a half shell are back, but is this reimagined version of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles worth the price of admission? Join us as we give our in-depth thoughts on the latest entry in the TMNT franchise; Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Whether you are cool, rude, or a party dude, you don't want to miss this spoilerific recap and review all about Leonardo, Raphae...

Secret Invasion has come and gone, leaving many MCU fans divided on how to feel about the series, its themes, and the effects it will have on the MCU as a whole. Was it about the capture the rampant paranoia of the comic it's based on or is it a lackluster adaption overall? Join as we break the series down to its messaging, debate Nick Fury's actions and try and predict when CERTAIN people became...

RIPD is another comic book film that fell off a lot of people's radar even though it stars many actors who will eventually bring life to many a comic book role. Join us as we review the film for its 10 Year anniversary, give our first thoughts as none of us has seen it, and talk about the latest news, rumors, and scuttlebutt regarding comic books and comic book media!   If you can, please leave us...

Can you believe The Wolverine came out 10 years ago? Boy, does time fly! With Hugh Jackman set to step into the claws for Deadpool 3 we thought it would be a great idea to go back and check out The Wolverine (2013) for a recap and review! Before we talk all things, Logan, we discuss the STRIKE, the new Kamala Khan, and more! Join us! If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow ou...

It's a magical week here on the Major Issues Podcast as we discuss the latest rumors and news affecting comic books and comic book media. We got new images from Deadpool 3, new cast members for Superman Legacy and more! Plus, an in-depth recap and review of Netflix's Nimora, based on the graphic novel by the same name! Join us! If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow our audi...

Oh, my stars and garters! We just celebrated Independence Day in the ol' US of A and what better way to honor the red white and blue than to discuss some of the most patriotic comic book characters ever put to page. From heroes to villains, super teams, and everyone in between, let's celebrate those who call the United States home! If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow our...

We are HALFWAY through 2023 and with the year coming to a midway point there is SO MUCH NEWS affecting all aspects of comic books and comic book media. From casting rumors, to legal allegations, to box-office bombs and more,  join us as we do our best to swim through the scuttlebutt that is the latest and greatest pieces of comic book media news and see if we come out the other side unscathed! If...

The last film in the DCEU has arrived as The Flash starring Ezra Miller, Sasha Calle, and Michael Keaton has finally raced into theaters. Full of nostalgia, a bit of Flashpoint, and some bold choices, The Flash has people both raving about it and cursing its name. Where did we fall on that spectrum? Check out this episode of the Major Issues Podcast to find out!   If you can, please leave us a rev...

Punisher Warzone is a one of the few Marvel films that flew under the radar. Released the same year as the MCU began, it was quickly overshadowed and, in some ways, forgotten.  To commemorate the life of Ray Stevenson who brought Frank Castle to life in Warzone, we will be doing a full recap and review 15 years later. Does the film hold up, or is it a reminder of how comic book films go wrong? All...

5 years ago, Sony Animation released a film that changed how we viewed Spider-Man forever when Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse was released in theaters around the globe. Half a decade later, and its highly anticipated sequel Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse hopes to do the same thing. Does it succeed in that mission? Is it better than its predecessor? Is this the rare stellar superhero sequel...

Join us as we say goodbye to CW's The Flash. (We don't spoil the finale) If you can, please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters! Rate us where ever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise! All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and c...

With Guardians of The Galaxy Vol 3 turning heads, many are calling the 3 Guardians films under director James Gunn the "perfect superhero trilogy". In an effort to see if that's true, we bring back a fan-favorite segment; Tier Factor! Join the guys as they rank 12 different superhero trilogies, all while trying to persuade, convince, and outright argue for their favorites! All that plus some Hellb...

It's Showtime A-Holes! Grab your Zargnuts and jet packs and join us for the final adventure in James Gunn's GOTG series, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3! With enough heart, humor, and spectacle to make a grown man cry, Vol 3 is jam-packed with call backs, flashbacks, and even some surprises as we say goodbye to one of the best teams in cinema history. Get on board with this super deep dive into the...

We are in the golden age of modern video game storytelling, and no game proves that point more than Marvel's Guardians of The Galaxy, the 2021 action-adventure game developed by Eidos-Montréal and published by Square Enix starring our favorite band of Space Outlaws! With the final chapter of James Gunn's Guardians looming ever closer, it felt right to take a look back at one of the best modern Gua...

After two thrilling seasons of The Mandalorian, things get complicated for Dinn and Grogu as the plot to resurrect The Empire thickens, and he is forced to cross paths with some familiar foes.  Grab your beskar armor and join us in a galaxy far, far, away for a deep dive into Mando Season 3, Bo Katan, and what Dave Filoni could be setting up as the major set piece for the entire MANDOVERSE! If you...

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is one of the most successful franchises ever. Its popularity spawned a myriad of adaptations, toys and all kinds of merchandise but did you know it all started with a comic written by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird? Join us as we review the book that reunited the founders of TMNT in an effort to tell a serious, bloody, and downright badass story, The Last...

Barbara Thorson is many things. She's a daughter and a student. She is a sister and a dungeon master. Most importantly, Barbara Thorson is a GIANT KILLER! Join us as we cover the 7 issues story "I Kill Giants by Joe Kelly and Ken Niimura and get thrust into the imagination of a troubled young girl dealing with more than she is letting on. We even talk about the 2017 film adaptation starring Madiso...

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Things are heating up in Hell's Kitchen when it comes to casting news regarding Daredevil: Born Again, Shazam licks its wounds after a disappointing second week at the box-office, plus we discuss the sneak peek at Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn in this INFECTIOUS episode. The main course? A discussion of all things The Last of Us (HBO Series/ Video Game) and a brief discussion of The Last of Us: America...

Shazam: Fury of The Gods, the last remnant of the DCEU is here, and audiences are divided about the latest DC film which seems to be a bit of a trend. Join as we rant about Dwayne Johnson's involvement (or lack thereof) Zachary Levi's performance and try to nail just what went wrong about this anticipated sequel. We also have some new regarding The Flash movie, Loki Season 2 and the Marvel Spoiler...