A STARK CONTRAST

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...

Chatting about DEATH as another year nears its end? How poetic. From surprising origin twists to her time as the Green Witch, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the latest MCU villain we love to hate. ‘Nuff said. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/CaptainMarvel26 Follow @strkcntrst:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ htt...

We're so back, witches! After the stunning success of “Agatha All Along”, Geoffrey and Dai head down the Witches Road with AGATHA HARKNESS to discuss her curious comic book lore and incomparable on-screen coven. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/FantasticFour94 Follow @strkcntrst:...

An encounter with Elizabeth Olsen and a fantastic finale for Agatha Harkness? Must be the season of the witch! Geoff and Dai recap New York Comic Con, discuss what’s next on the Marvel/Disney+ slate, and give a spoiler-filled season review of AGATHA ALL ALONG . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst...

There's only one. There's only ever gonna be one. (Or, is there?) As our spooky season sessions continue, Geoffrey and Dai finally discuss ERIC BROOKS , a.k.a. the dhampir Daywalker known as BLADE . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@ daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/TombOfDracula10 Follow @strkcntrst:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https:...

As spooky season settles in, Geoffrey and Dai navigate back into the occult realm of the Marvel Universe and discuss the Spirit of Vengeance that is JOHNNY BLAZE, the GHOST RIDER. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou )⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/MarvelSpotlight5 Follow @strkcntrst:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcn...

With the sting of summer and peak convention season nearly behind us, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the latest (or lack thereof) Marvel Universe news ahead of New York Comic Con and the debut of Agatha All Along! ‘Nuff said. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ https://strkcntrst.com Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcntrst⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Sup...

He’s the best there is at what he does, but what he does best isn't very nice. At long last, Geoffrey and Dai discuss JAMES “LOGAN” HOWLETT , a man of many names—and most importantly—the X-Man known as the WOLVERINE . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou) https://strkcntrst.com Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/IncredibleHulk181 Follow @strkcntr...