Talk From Superheroes

It's the 100th episode of Talk From Superheroes (and Andrew's birthday). So what better way to celebrate than with Star Wars. We're talking about Star Wars The Force Awakens with guest Ryan Belleville (actor, comedian, CBC's Working Moms). We break down why we love this movie, why some people don't, the trifecta of new characters, and how Emperor Snoke is definitely the Wizard Of Oz. A huge specia...

This is Part 2 of our talk about the Netflix series The Punisher. SPOILER WARNING in this episode we talk about the entire series of The Punisher including hoping Frank doesn't sleep with Micro's wife, how art shouldn't have to solve society's problems, how Frank is a modern day Captain America, and we try to figure out the Madani problem. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independe...

Welcome to part 1 of our dissection of the Netflix series The Punisher discussing episodes 1-7. We talk about how Frank is deeper than he looks, how Micro deserves better (and Frank deserves a sandwich), what the structure of an online series should be, and how the department of Homeland Security should have more than one case. This episode is brought to you by Dollar Shave Club makers of products...

It's time to unite the League and this week we're talking about the new DCEU project Justice League. We get into why CGI technology isn't capable of removing a moustache, superhero cameos, surprising emotions and laughs, and how to not do a post credit scene. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www. TeePublic.com and discover your nex...

The new Punisher Netflix series comes out next week and in preparation we're taking a dive back to 2004 to talk about Thomas Jane's The Punisher. A movie with John Travolta chewing the scenery and on a pipe that comes out of nowhere and an assassin that writes and performs a live song with every assassination attempt. This week's episode is brought to you in part by Hello Fresh ,a weekly recipe-ki...

We're talking about Thor Ragnarok and are joined by long time friend of the podcast Ian MacIntyre (Writer, Comedian, Actor). We gush about this movie's great comedy, incredible action, and subtle storytelling, but are there missed opportunities and powerful themes that are not explored? Yes. But we don't really mind cause it's fricking awesome. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by inde...

To prepare for Ragnarok this week we're watching Thor: The Dark World, aka the second one. We're also joined by wonderful guest Jon Blair (comedian, writer, actor) and we discuss the the changes in the movie, Star Wars parallels, get off track talking about GI Joe, and Chris O'Dowd ... in space! Looking for the latest trends through great accessories? BaubleBar designs premium fashion jewelry and...

We're getting ready for the release of Thor: Ragnarok so this week we're going back to where the series began with Thor. We're talking about proper British stage acting, Thor trying to be Iron Man, and the comedy in this movie we never appreciated. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www. TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite...

We're talking about episodes 1 to 4 of Marvel's Inhumans. Which is a really fun show but in a very bad way. We get into what the hell these writers think a drug cartel is, why nobody has any powers, who the real villain of the show is, and how everybody is the worst. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discove...

We're talking about Star Trek Discovery this week. SPOILER WARNING: We discuss up to and including episode 4. So hold onto the nearest console because we're going on a bumpy ride through space talking about poetic Klingons, good looks, and how every character is House MD. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and di...

We're talking about the new Kingsman: The Golden Circle. We discuss the cast changes, not enough Channing Tatum, another awkward sexual joke, and the deadliest weapon of them all... the rope dart. This episode brought to you by Bombfell. Bombfell is an easier way for men to get better clothes. You complete a simple questionnaire and are then matched with a dedicated personal stylist, with free shi...

This week we're joined by special guest, comedian Chris Wilson (Of Sketch duo Peter 'n' Chris ), to talk about Kingsman The Secret Service. We discuss the butt stuff that is sometimes edited out, the incredible action, the butt stuff, the worst two way mirror ever, and the butt stuff. Check out Chris Wilson's Sketch Duo Peter 'n' Chris on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PeterNChrisComedy Loo...

We're talking about the DC animated movie Batman and Harley Quinn. We spend the whole episode talking about the handful of things that work in this, then the general confusion of what it's trying to be, and the uncomfortable sexual nature of it all. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discover your next favour...

This week we're talking about the new Amazon Prime original The Tick.  SPOILER WARNING we talk about episodes 1 to 6 and we love it. We talk about why every version of The Tick has been different, the universe each character belongs in, and one great joke. This week's episode is brought to you in part by Hello Fresh , a weekly recipe-kit delivery service where you choose delicious meals each week...

We're talking about this past season of Game Of Thrones with special guest, comedian Faisal Butt . We're gonna break down the insanity of the Lord of Light, the quick travel that happens this season, and why Faisal is a house Bolton man and why that is terrifying. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discover y...

Last week we talked about episodes 1-4 of The Defenders and this week we're finishing it up. Did the Defenders defend, did Danny do anything right, what the hell was Black Sky, what the point of Alexandra was, and WHAT WAS BLACK SKY?! SPOILER WARNING  This podcast discusses episodes 5-8 of The Defenders and references the entire series and plot points of all the Marvel Netflix shows. Looking for a...

Marvel's Netflix heroes have been united! Which means it's time to talk about The Defenders. We're gonna talk about the style of this show and if it's too much, Stick jumping to conclusions, how heroes should act when they bump into each other at a crime scene, and how immortals are liars.  SPOILER WARNING  This podcast discusses episodes 1-4 of The Defenders and references plot points of all the...

We're talking about Scott Pilgrim Vs The World this week because it's the 7 year anniversary of the 7 evil exes. Talking about why Edgar Wright is Andrew's favourite director, what the lesson is here, and the INSANE number of future superheroes in this movie. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discover your n...

Let's take a trip back to the Cold War and talk about spies, double agents, triple agents, and other hard to follow spy thriller stuff with this week's episode about Atomic Blonde. Which agent can be trusted, is this an action scene that will be talked about for years, amazing visuals, not so amazing plot points, and you won't believe the name of our lead character! This episode is brought to you...

It might mean the end of humanity because this week we're talking about War For The Planet Of The Apes. Some theories about how these movies tie-in to the original Ape films, the best way for humanity to die, convenient chain explosions, and doll quality. This episode is brought to you by TeePublic . Check out www. TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst... they also have nerdy ho...

We're continuing our talk about the Planet of the Apes this week with Dawn of The Planet Of The Apes with guest, stand-up comedian, Brendan McKeigan . We discuss the terror that is Koba, the complications of Ape politics, why Gary Oldman should not believe in them, and how characters just disappear. This episode is brought to you by  TeePublic . Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discover your nex...

This month we're going to be taking you through the entire new Planet Of The Apes series and we're starting off with Rise Of the Planet Of The Apes with guest, comedian Ryan Dillon . We break down the acting of James Franco as best we can, the worst neighbor ever, the death of humanity off screen, and we create our own cross over film canon for the world that this takes place in. This episode is b...

The new Spider-Man is here and it's great! This week we talk about our love for this movie, what year it's set in, the Fast and Furious villain arc, how everyone disrespects the Shocker, and how this movie WILL... NOT... STOP... TELLING... JOKES! This episode is brought to you by  TeePublic . Check out  www. TeePublic.com  and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst... they also have nerdy hoodies,...

Ramping up to the release of Spider-man Homecoming next week we're talking about those other Spider-men and this week we're breaking down The Amazing Spider-man with guest Mark Bennett ( Comedian , host of I Said Shut Up ). We're breaking down the peak of the gritty reboot, where did the jokes go, how this Spider-Man is Batman, and the worst training montage ever, which is the Coldplay Footloose t...

In a special crossover episode Andrew and Diana are joined by the hosts of I Hate It But I Love It Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie  to talk about the 2002 Tobey Maguire movie Spider-man. Kat and Jocelyn help Andrew and Diana traverse what we all hate and love about this Spider-man, the amazing movement, how Mary Jane is not a human person, underground cage fighting, the Macy Gray Unity Day parade, wh...