A STARK CONTRAST

It’s clobberin’ time! With two of the Fantastic Four covered, it’s time to tackle BEN GRIMM , a.k.a. THE THING ! Tune in as Geoffrey and Dai dive into the rock-solid superhero with a heart of gold—’nuff said! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/FantasticFour1 Follow @strkcntrst: ⁣⁣⁣...

Would you make a deal with the devil? After waiting what felt like an eternity, MEPHISTO has finally arrived in the MCU—but at what cost? Geoffrey and Dai discuss the diabolical demon just in time for spooky season! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/SilverSurfer3 Follow @strkcntrs...

A bold, brutal, and bloody good time. With the arrival of spooky season and MARVEL ZOMBIES , join Geoffrey and Dai as they dive into the darker side of the Marvel Universe and discuss the super-powered undead! Unlock an extended listen of Fantastic Four (2015) discussion by supporting the show on Patreon. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkc...

Summer may be cooling down, but we’re just gettin’ warmed up! In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai tackle one hothead of a hotshot in the Fantastic Four’s JOHNNY STORM , the HUMAN TORCH . Flame on! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/FantasticFour1 Follow @strkcntrst: ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://lin...

We’ve talked about “Fantastic Four: First Steps”, and now it’s time to take on Marvel’s first family themselves. Tune in as Geoffrey and Dai kick off the fabulous four by exploring the world of SUE STORM : the INVISIBLE WOMAN ! ‘Nuff said. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/Fantast...

These days, karma’s a glitch. With the IRONHEART Mini Series behind us, it’s time Geoffrey and Dai talk about the young woman behind the namesake—none other than the gifted and talented young genius, RIRI WILLIAMS ! ‘Nuff said. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/IIronMan9 Follow @s...

From San Diego Comic-Con to the Fantastic Four, this summer has been nothing shy of marvelous. Geoffrey and Dai recap this SDCC experience and discuss all things FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS . Spoilers, ahoy! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcntrst⁣⁣ Subscribe on YouTu...

Before leaning into the fantastic side of the MCU, Geoffrey and Dai discuss some of the latest bombshells dropped by Kevin Feige himself in lieu of Marvel Studios’ presence at San Diego Comic-Con, then review the IRONHEART Mini Series in its full glory. “Nuff said! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcn...

From Iron Man to Ant-Man GHOST has had their fair share of notable adversaries—no matter who was behind the mask. With AVA STARR ’s return to the MCU spotlight, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the new Avenger and examine the mysterious origin of her comic book counterpart. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appeara...

Be it TONY MASTERS or ANTONIA DREYKOV , anything you can do, TASKMASTER can do better. In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai dive into the world of the mercenary copycat, from his comical debut to her THUNDERBOLTS* demise. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/Avengers195 Follow @strkcntr...

Once known as a dime store replacement for Captain America, JOHN WALKER has risen to the rank of U.S. AGENT . From his sketchy canonical past to his ascension in the MCU, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the Thunderbolt turned New Avenger! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/CaptainAmerica3...

This summer’s looking fantastic, don’t you think? In this MINI MARVEL , Geoffrey and Dai discuss the arrival of IRONHEART , FANTASTIC FOUR , AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY , DAREDEVIL , and more, plus the latest news in the Marvel Universe! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcntrst...

Careful who you assemble. Geoffrey and Dai reunite with Guest Host Steven Ray Morris for a spoiler-filled, raving review of THUNDERBOLTS* ! ‘Nuff said. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Special Guest: Steven Ray Morris (@stevenraymorris) Check out EP 005 | SCARLET WITCH for Steven’s first Guest Appearance! Follow #AStarkContrast...

Even the best of men can be deceived by their true nature. On the heels of “ Daredevil: Born Again ” Season 1, Geoffrey and Dai take a look back at WILSON FISK ’s presence in live action and comic lore of the KINGPIN . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/ASM50 Follow @strkcntrst: ⁣⁣...

These days, we’re not serving justice—we’re babysitting chaos. Before another Marvel summer officially kicks off, tune in as Geoffrey and Dai recap DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN Season 1 in all its spoiler-filled glory! ‘Nuff said. Revisit previous episodes for even more about the series! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkC...

Who better than the Woman Without Fear to let the Devil out? As Daredevil: Born Again slowly nears its season finale, Geoffrey and Dai take the opportunity to revisit the (sometimes) adversary, ally, and lover that is ELEKTRA NATCHIOS . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/Daredevil1...

While carryovers from the days before the MCU were once few and far between, one thing remained constant: General THADDEUS “THUNDERBOLT” ROSS . From lore to live-action lineage, Geoffrey and Dai scratch the surface of one of Bruce Banner’s most notable and memorable adversaries. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Characte...

There’s a lot going on in the Marvel Universe and, man, are we SO back. In this MINI MARVEL, Geoffrey and Dai discuss DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN, YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN, and everything in between! Watch a video version of this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@strkcntrst Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkCon...

The legacy lives on. With CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD now in theaters, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the film in all its spoiler-filled glory, plus the latest Marvel Universe news! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcntrst⁣⁣ Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@st...

Dun-dun, dun-dun! JEFF THE LANDSHARK has taken gaming by storm—but where did he even come from!? In this milestone 100th episode, Geoffrey and Dai discuss his comic book and Marvel Rivals origin stories, plus a special introduction from Jon Bailey, the epic voice behind the cuddly fuzzlefin! Tune in to ASC on YouTube to watch highlights from our Marvel Rivals gameplay: https://youtube.com/@strkcnt...

Magic and illusion, or all just smoke and mirrors? In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai take on another member of the iconic Sinister Six as they discuss QUENTIN BECK , the man known as MYSTERIO . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/AmazingSM13 Follow @strkcntrst:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.e...

For the most dangerous hunt of all. First up for the new year (and new season!), Geoffrey and Dai discuss one of Spider-Man’s greatest adversaries and the latest to grace the silver screen: SERGEI KRAVINOFF , the man known as KRAVEN THE HUNTER . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/A...

Tune in to A STARK CONTRAST , a podcast exploring the differences and similarities between Marvel comic book characters and their MCU counterparts. Hosted and Produced by Geoffrey Ramos and Diana Kou . Subscribe where you find your podcasts! https://strkcntrst.com

With another truly memorable year of ASC behind us, let’s take a look back at some listener-favorite moments from our fantastic fourth season, including some x-ceptional introductions! ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣A Special We Are Groot Saloot to our Patreon Patrons, especially Laura, Katie, Andrew, Ariel, Shari, Tyler, Joliz, Melanie, Edgar, Nats, Andrea, Chris, Ed, Ashley, Genny, and Robin! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣...

Another year, another season! As 2024 winds down, Geoffrey and Dai discuss Marvel Rivals, Avengers: Doomsday rumors, the fate of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, and more in the last full episode of the year. Watch a video version of this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@strkcntrst Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #ASt...