Major Issues Podcast

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...

It's Women's History Month! In an effort to celebrate the resilient, determined, and often underutilized half of the population, Marvel Studios has released MPower, a mini docuseries highlighting some of their great female characters. Join as we review the series, talk about other important female characters in comics, and get caught up on The Oscars, Blade, Daredevil and as we in our triumphant r...

Can you believe that Iron Man / Tony Stark has been around for SIXTY YEARS? That's 60 years of everyone's favorite genius, billionaire, playboy, and philanthropist and what would we be without him? Join us as we celebrate all things Iron Man in celebration of Tales of Suspense #39, which dropped 60 years ago! Before we talk Stark, we go over the latest and greatest rumors, speculation plus possibl...

Quantumania is HERE, and with it comes CHAOS in the form of a time-traveling CONQUEROR named KANG! Join us as we discuss the latest entry into the MCU, and all of that is set in motion after the events of Ant Man 3! We're also talking rumors regarding Avengers: Kang Dynasty, responses for the test screening of Aquaman 2 and much much more in this jam-packed edition of the Major Issues Podcast! If...

MILESTONE MEDIA is 30 years old! The trail-blazing company that brought us Static Shock has a brand new documentary on HBOMax detailing their meteoric rise and cultural impact as the most successful black-owned comic book company of all time! Join us as we discuss their rise, fall, and rise again in celebration of all things MILESTONE! Plus, we cover the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 and The Flash...

There's a party going on over at DC Comics! It's celebration of some of the best creators and characters of color under the DC Banner highlights characters like Kid Flash, Black Lightning, Nubia, Amazing Man and more! Join us as we review DC Power: A Celebration and talk the latest rumors regarding the Sony Spider-Man Universe and the return of Hit-Monkey! If you can, please leave us a review on I...

The FUTURE OF DC IS HERE! Join us as we discuss James Gunn's 8-10 Year plan for his DC Universe. We talk about all the new projects, discuss some Star Wars news and review Green Lantern: Beware My Power! 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...

Justin Roiland and Cartoon Network have parted ways but how will it affect the next 5 years of Rick and Morty? Ant Man 3 is sure to have some casualties...but who is gonna bite the bullet in what could be the final Ant Man installment? We do our best to speculate on ALL of these things and get into our topic of the week: Characters We Want To See In Live Action! Check it out! If you can, please le...