A STARK CONTRAST

I am Groot? We ARE Groot! The Monster from Planet X has come a long way since his monstrous origins. In this episode, Geoffrey and Dai branch out beyond Earth’s atmosphere to discuss all things GROOT —beloved Guardian of the Galaxy! Special shoutout to Vin Diesel, and dedicated to our dearly departed Baby Groot. ♡ Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣...

Justice. Vengeance. Defender. Are the streets of Hell’s Kitchen safer with the Devil roaming the streets? No objections here! From film to television, Geoffrey and Dai break down the basics of street-level vigilante and Man Without Fear MATT MURDOCK , a.k.a. DAREDEVIL . *Please note: We know who Frank Miller is. Forgive the flub of a mention at the end of the episode! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣...

ICYMI, CAPTAIN AMERICA F—! In this MINI MARVEL edition, Geoffrey and Dai answer listener questions and discuss the latest and greatest news from the MCU, including Disney+ Day, I Am Groot, and of course, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law! Hosted and Produced by: ⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ Related Content: Call Jennifer Walters, She-Hulk 1-877-SHE-HULK Bat Fan Addict https://o...

From Inhuman roots to on-screen mutation, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the latest young Avenger on the scene sure to be known as the perfect blend of representation and resilience: KAMALA KHAN , the magnificent MS. MARVEL ! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/CapMarvel14 Related Content: Ms. Marvel Concept Ar...

It’s convention season, baby! As shows return across the world, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the infamous SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON from two experience perspectives, including fresh-from-the-con details from (and reactions to) MARVEL STUDIOS ' Animation and Hall H panel announcements. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst...

Whosoever holds this hammer, if SHE be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor! Once a small-time Silver Age player in Odinson’s periphery, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the journey of JANE FOSTER that would later take her to all-new heights as the MIGHTY THOR ! Warning: this episode contains major spoilers for Thor: Love and Thunder . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Dia...

It’s the best of both worlds. More than just a green machine, Geoffrey and Dai smash into all things BRUCE BANNER , a.k.a. THE HULK as they tackle the final first Avenger of the MCU, complete with solo film and theme park rights discussion. Don’t miss She-Hulk: Attorney At Law premiering on Disney+ August 17, 2022! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)...

Mac ‘n cheese? Check. Sriracha? Double check. A tenacious Red Room graduate, the journey of YELENA BELOVA has been far from simple. Cozy up in your favorite vest (the more pockets, the better) as Geoffrey and Dai explore the tumultuous backstory everyone’s new favorite Widow! For even more about Yelena, be sure to check out EP 007 | Black Widow. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffr...

So much Marvel, so little time. In this MINI MARVEL digest, Geoffrey and Dai discuss the MOON KNIGHT Disney+ Series and DOCTOR STRANGE in the Multiverse of Madness, plus the latest happenings in the MCU. Spoilers, ahoy! Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/strkcntrst ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Support the Show:⁣⁣ https...

Who the hell is Bucky? Equipped with an adamantium suit and a vibranium limb, Geoffrey and Dai smash into the roots of Cap’s best pal and Sergeant of the 107th, JAMES “BUCKY” BARNES , a.k.a. the WINTER SOLDIER in our longest character discussion yet! For even more about Bucky, be sure to check out our EP 003 | Captain America and EP 007 | Black Widow character studies. Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣...

Go, web, go! In this installment of ASC, we're revisiting PETER PARKER 's journey in the cinematic universe! Listen in as Geoffrey and Dai discuss SPIDER-MEN Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland in celebration of 20 Years of SPIDER-MAN . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/AmazingFantasyFE15 Re...

Happy Year One of A STARK CONTRAST! In this milestone episode, Geoffrey and Dai tackle Living Vampire and the latest Marvel legend to grace the silver screen— DR. MICHAEL MORBIUS , at your service! A very special thanks to Jared Leto and Emma Ludbrook for this episode’s special introduction, as well as access to the film’s premiere. Get your own official Morbius Merchandise at https://morbiusmerch...

It’s Steven. With a V. …Or is it? By the eye of Khonshu, join Geoffrey and Dai as they discuss caped crusader and new kid on the MCU block, MARC SPECTOR a.k.a. MOON KNIGHT. Contains mild spoilers for Episode 1. Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/WerewolfBN32 ⁣ Follow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr...

Whether he’s the Green Meanie or Stormin’ Norman, there’s no one quite like the incomparable GREEN GOBLIN ! Tune in as Geoffrey and Dai continue to celebrate 20 Years of the Spider-Man Cinematic Universe with Peter Parker’s greatest foe: NORMAN OSBORN . Hosted and Produced by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/AmazingSM14 Rela...

DOCTOR STRANGE and MOON KNIGHT and MORBIUS , oh my! In this MINI MARVEL installment, Geoffrey and Dai talk about what’s coming this season from both ASC and Marvel across the board, the arrival of the X-MEN , Disney+’s new heroic transplants, and more. Special thanks to our friends at Marvel for an advance copy of “Okoye To The People” by Ibi Zoboi, available March 22, 2022: https://bit.ly/OkoyeTT...

An episode so packed, we had to separate variants! From earnest ESU beginnings to her tragic death and its impact on the world of Spider-Man (and the Silver Age) as we know it, Geoffrey and Dai tackle Peter Parker’s first love and forever valentine: GWEN STACY of Earth-616. Apologies for any audio issues you may experience during this episode. Stay tuned for our episode on Gwen Stacy of Earth-65,...

Put on your best red Stetson Aviatrix hat and join Geoffrey and Dai as they dial it back to the roarin’ 40s and pay homage to the one and only MARGARET "PEGGY" CARTER —she knows her value. Do you? Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/TalesSuspense75 Related Content: Every Peggy Carter Appearance In Chronological Order...

He’s still worthy (is he, though?)! Join us for a journey into mystery as we cross the Rainbow Bridge once more and pay tribute to the God of Thunder himself, the almighty THOR ! Somehow contains spoilers for Spider-Man: No Way Home —sorry, we can’t help ourselves.⁣⁣ ⁣ Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ ⁣ Character 1st Appearance:⁣⁣ https://bit.ly/JourneyM...

Hoary Hosts of Hoggoth, it’s our first character study of the new year! Travel with Geoffrey and Dai to the mysterious mountains of Kamar-taj as they dive into sorcerers of multiple dimensions and the Master of the Mystic Arts himself, DOCTOR STEPHEN STRANGE . Contains spoilers for Spider-Man: No Way Home . Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st A...

What. A. Year. Recap some of the amazing (or not so sensational) moments from our very first “year,” or as we’re phrasing it, the MARVEL MASH-UP !⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to Marvel, Marvel Studios, Steven Ray Morris, James Viscardi, and Comicbook.com, as well as to all of our wonderful Patreon Patrons!⁣ Dedicated to our sweet baby Groot. We love you 3000. ♡ ⁣ Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeez...

It’s our final episode of 2021! In our third-ever MINI MARVEL , Geoffrey and Dai discuss the halfway point of HAWKEYE , going galactic with GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY : The Game, plus SPIDER-MAN and a few other recent reveals from the Marvel Universe. Contains mild spoilers. ⁣⁣ Hosted by:⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣ Special Guest: Odin the Golden Doodle Follow #AStarkContr...

It was either him or a tree. In this episode of ASC, strap on your walkman, turn up the tunes, and get ready to go galactic—Geoffrey and Dai are talking all things PETER QUILL , a.k.a. STAR-LORD , man! Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/MarvelPreview4 Related Content: 18 Actors Who Were Almost Marvel's Star-Lord htt...

It’s a lineup as large as the cast itself! Who, and what, exactly are Jack Kirby’s ETERNALS ? Listen in as Geoffrey and Dai cover the basics about the MCU’s newest cosmic team, plus the Deviants and Celestials . Contains minor movie spoilers.⁣ Special thanks to Marvel Studios for access to an advance screening of the film! Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣...

Better clench up, Legolas. At long last, Geoffrey and Dai tackle Hotguy, err, Hawkguy, err.. HAWKEYE , a.k.a. Clint Barton ! Get to know the basics about the avenging archer just in time for his solo series, premiering this November on Disney+.⁣ Dedicated to Dai’s MARVELOUS Dad. Rest In Power. Excelsior! ♡⁣ Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Special Gues...

He isn't Ultron, he isn't J.A.R.V.I.S., but he is far more than just some synthezoid. In this installment of ASC, Geoffrey and Dai take on the VISION , from his comic book roots to his MCU debut, WandaVision, and beyond! Hosted by:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Diana Kou (@daikou)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Character 1st Appearance: https://bit.ly/Avengers57 Related Content:⁣ BBC Radio 1: Paul Bettany on h...