Watching Comics Podcast

Would we really be comic fans if we didn't have a take?Jake + Mitch, finally, share their sought-after (or maybe not so sought-after) thoughts on the infamous Snyder Cut. More importantly, Mitch shares how the Joss-edition nearly ruined his 30th birthday. Nevertheless, with the growing Twitter-noise, it certainly seems as though the JUSTICE LEAGUE Snyder cut may actually happen.The guys break it down through three main questions:- What does this mean for them as fans?- Would this event be big enough to capture the zeitgeist?- What do we make of internet fandom + activism going forward?One thing is certain, a lot of folks want more Steppenwolf and that is...well, that's definitely a choice. Either way, if the Snyder Cut does make its way onto a streaming platforms we'll watch it.Give a listen, rate and review!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Sometimes you just gotta share the stuff from the cutting room floor.Here's a fun mini-episode filled with some bonus footage from WCP's last episode. Because when Dennis Salvatier joins the pod, you know takes will be had.Jake, Mitch + Dennis break down their honorable mentions that just missed the cut for their Comic Book Movie Re-Casting Project. Give a listen and be sure to share your thoughts with us on Twitter.Oh, and don't forget to rate and review on your favorite pod platform!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @ThatJakeOwens + @MitchRoushGUEST: @salvatier - tanoshiboy.com *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Time to re-write history…Jake + Mitch welcome back original friend of the pod, Dennis “Tanoshiboy” Salvatier, back to tackle the great re-casting project of 2019. That’s right, the guys go back in time and dare to reimagine existing comic flicks with different actors. Here’s how it works:Each person picks one hero and one villain to recast in any existing comic book movies.Naturally, the exercise kicked-off a ton of fascinating “what if?” conversations.- What if we booted Samuel L. from the MCU?- What if Steve Buscemi squared off against Tobey Maguire?- What if Ben Affleck and Hugh Jackman traded roles?- What if we could’ve saved the Green Lantern movie all along?- What if Viggo was in Batman v Superman?Anarchy reigns supreme in this one as the guys revise the zeitgeist. Because the only thing better than a comic book movie is the excitement surrounding ones that won’t exist…right?Be sure to give a listen, rate, and review on your favorite pod platform.https://watchingcomics.com HOSTS: @ThatJakeOwens + @M

The clock is ticking…After 12 years of fan theories, rants, and continuous conversations, Jake + Mitch can finally live in a world where a WATCHMEN HBO series exists. The first episode has dropped and we’ve already lost a key character and seen Rorschach’s memory take a turn for the worst. Even with all the awesomeness, a few questions remain:- Is Ozymandias the secret to the extended Watchmen universe?- Could Regina King be any more awesome?- Will we see the blue doctor as a major player this season?A lot more ground left to cover, but it seems as though Damon Lindelof is delivering another prestige gem. And no better platform for this gutsy story than HBO.Find us on Twitter and let us know your thoughts on the new WATCHMEN.Be sure to rate and review on your favorite pod platform!https://watchingcomics.com *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Time to put on a happy face...or maybe not.Jake + Mitch welcome the infamous podcaster and film editor Ashley from The Cutaways Pod to dish on that one popular movie with that one guy in the clown makeup. More importantly, they break down why Todd Phillips seems so passionate about this particular project. Along the way, they hit make other notable stops:- Is Joaquin playing the real Joker, or a mere wannabe?- Is the film homage or derivative?- With its sensitive subject matter, does JOKER cause more problems than it solves?Obviously, spoilers abound in this epically awesome and emotionally charged episode. If you haven't caught this one in all its nihilistic glory yet--you've been warned.But among all the noise surrounding this tantalizing title, JOKER makes no apologies. It's just too bad it ended-up not having anything to say.Be sure to give a listen, rate, and review!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @Thatjakeowens + @MitchRoushGUEST: Ashley - @CutawaysPodcasthttps://thecutaways.com/episodes/*WCP

Time to roll out the unpopular opinions!Jake + Mitch have takes and they're ready to make 'em public, because internet. Needless to say, it's time to hash out a few not-so-important topics that are sure to invade the Twitter-verse.- Are the next slew of villain-focused flicks a waste of time?- Is Batman Forever better than Batman Begins?The guys go deep into their looming unpopularity and decide once and for all if the hoopla is worthwhile. Because what good is having a podcast if you're not going to say polarizing stuff?Be sure to rate, review, and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

When in doubt, drink from the well of sweet nostalgia.Jake + Mitch jump back into prime 90’s territory and re-visit the iconic, genre-bending film BLADE. Because where else can we find a sci-fi adjacent, kung-fu inspired, true blue action flick? With so much awesomeness to unpack, the guys take a deep-dive down a few surprising pathways…- Is BLADE the most influential of the 90’s comics flicks?- What do we make of Wesley Snipes: Underrated or Overrated?- And what if Stephen Norrington directed the new SPAWN?All that and more in only the unique way WCP can deliver. Also, Jake know way more about Putin than he should; and Mitch assumes the role of President of the Sly Stallone fan club. Don’t worry, it all makes sense in context.The big takeaway? BLADE is marvelous and deserving of regular re-watches.Be sure to rate, review and give a listen!http://watchingcomics.com *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Disney+ is coming…and with it a bunch more comic book inspired stuff.Jake + Mitch bust out the time clock and give space to the noteworthy Marvel titles coming soon to hit your small screens. Because what would the magical world of Disney be without more intergalactic awesomeness? In five minute rapid fire rounds, the guys dish on four upcoming shows:WANDAVISION
Will Kathryn Hahn ensure we finally get the superhero sitcom we deserve?MS. MARVELEveryone’s favorite comic fan becomes a hero and brings with her a new level of marvelous representation.HAWKEYEHow long until Kate Bishop takes the reins? We hope it’s soon.MOON KNIGHTWhy do we have to wait two more years for this masterpiece?!The Disney machine keeps churning, and the new Superhero projects ensure we’ll be busy catching up on all the goodness. In the meantime, there’s still plenty of time to speculate and dish-out hot takes. Like, what in the world is with that LOKI typography? Be sure to rate, review and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.

Everyone’s favorite sub-series is back! Well … at least it’s the hosts’ favorite.Jake + Mitch venture back into the realm of fan-casting and what if’s. Shut-Up and Give it to Me, Vol. III take a few weird turns as the guys dish on the comic books they’d most like to see get the big screen or Netflix treatment. Here’s a quick snapshot of what they’ve labeled as their “passion projects”:- Thundercats gets the Spider-Verse treatment.- Star Wars goes Samurai.- Tommy Lee Jones tackles a psychotic football coach.- Matt Mair Lowrey’s LIFEFORMED earns prestige TV status.So, yeah, a lot happens—so strap in for geek-tactic weirdness. And admit the world would be a better place with THE SEVEN JEDI ruling the box office. Right?Be sure to rate, review, and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Are you ready to slam evil?Jake + Mitch dip into the well of sweet 90’s nostalgia in re-visiting Billy Zane and his purple jumpsuit. THE PHANTOM was not quite a phenomenon, but in the brief trend of resurrecting art-deco comic strips of yesteryear, it was definitely a contributor. Of course, with a hamburgler mask and a mystical ring there’s only so much substance one can hope for. Nevertheless, the guys ask the tough questions:- Treat Williams: Best comic book movie mustache ever?- Better airplane stunts: Billy Zane or Tom Cruise?- Which is better: Judge Dredd or The Phantom?They also go down a rabbit hole of discussing the merits of Superman and Lex Luthor’s arch-rival status. It makes sense…mostly.If you find yourself feeling adventurous, dive back into the South African jungle and relish in the awesomely campiness that is THE PHANTOM.Be sure to rate, review, and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

And just like that, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man has moved.Jake + Mitch jump-in with an emergency pod to dish on the latest Twitter-breaking development from studio wars. Disney's greedy, that's no surprise, but Sony certainly seems to have confidence in their flagship comic book property. A few questions remain:- Does Sony need Feige's influence?- How will the MCU fare sans Spidey?- Do we really need Disney to own everything?True to form, the guys have a lot of thoughts. And most of them revolve around hoping the next two Holland Spider-man flicks aren't awful.Be sure to give a listen, rate, and review!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @Thatjakeowens + @MitchRoush *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Darkseid is coming, and we couldn't be more stoked!Jake + Mitch go full geek and deep-dive into the duel Jack Kirby projects soon to hit the big screen. That's right, with both NEW GODS and ETERNALS projects in pre-production, the cultural zeitgeist is about to go full-on galactic. The guys hit a few points along the way:- Who's the next MCU big bad: Dr. Doom or Annihilus?- What makes Ava DuVernay the perfect helmer for NEW GODS?- Is Angelina Jolie mic drop worthy?One thing is certain, NEW GODS carries game-changing potential for the DCEU. And Darkseid finally getting the movie treatment is worth celebrating. Also, Jake got a Great Dane.Be sure to rate, review and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

Someone's got to decide, right?Jake + Mitch go straight for the jugular by tackling the daunting task of ranking the Top 5 Best Comic Book Movies of All-Time. Imperfect as the exercise may be, a few of our favorite heroes—Spider-Man, Superman, Batman—all get shout-outs. Though, along the way, the guys hit a few crazy questions:- Is Spider-verse more re-watchable than Dark Knight?- How many animated movies belong on the list?- Does V for Vendetta leap frog The Avengers saga?By the time you listen, their lists will have changed. But as for 9:51 p.m. on a Thursday night, the respective top fives are immortalized on the internet. Because what good is ranking comic book movies if you don’t regret a few hot-takes after the fact? With different titles in the top-spots—the conversation gets real. Be sure to share your Top 5 Comic Flick List with the guys on Twitter: @WatchComixPod.Give a listen, rate and review!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @MitchRoush & @Thatjakeowens *WCP is a member of the GeekD

Time to wield the hammer!Jake + Mitch celebrate Taika’s return to Asgard by welcoming back the illustrious Maite Molina-Muñiz. And with Natalie Portman promised to make Jane Foster the new feminine-charged Thor-force—all feels right in the world. The gang hits a few hot topics along the way:-Which villain do we hope to see in Thor: Love and Thunder?-Will Phase 4 be the best MCU era yet? -Is Black Widow going to bomb or surprise?So much unknown but MCU excitement may be at an all-time high. There’s plenty to ruminate on while we wait for the next wave of vibrant, awesome movies. And, the petition to get Tessa Thompson her own Valkyrie flick starts now.Give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @MitchRoush + @ThatjakeowensGUEST: @_maite14 of https://www.lostinthewardrobe.com/ *WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

The doomsday clock is ticking...HBO dropped an extended WATCHMEN trailer at SDCC and Jake + Mitch have thoughts. It's a bold move to extend an entirely new chapter in the Watchmen-verse, but HBO has certainly earned our trust. But a few questions remain:- What does Dr. Manhattan's return mean?- Will Lindelhof's story carry the same weight?- Regina King is queen.Either way, October can't get here fast enough. The guys are ready to expand the Watchmen-verse, and hope it continues to shift the conversation.Be sure to rate, review and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @Thatjakeowens + @MitchRoush*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

You asked, we answered!That's right, Jake + Mitch opened the mailbag to dish on questions submitted by the best listeners in the podverse. The conversation got interesting while circulating questions like:- Top 3 non-MCU/DCEU comic book movies?- Which MCU villain do we want to see in the DCEU?- What comic book role would we give to Adam Driver?- Who would win in a Spidey throw-down: Tobey, Andrew, and Tom?It got real super fast. And, of course, it wouldn't be complete without a bold forecasting of what's to come. Jake gives his pitch for the Thor 4 story line.Dive-in and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/HOSTS: @thatjakeowens + @MitchRoush* WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network *

A.K.A - Everything ends and is sad. Jake + Mitch go existential as they grapple with the close of Netflix's Jessica Jones. A legit prestige TV title and delicious 21st Century noir; JJ gave us a three season run that rarely fell short. Naturally, the last run presented a few questions:- Is s3 the last vestige of "bloated" Netflix series?- How do Killgrave, Cotton Mouth, and Fisk stack-up to MCU's villain arsenal?- Is Jessica Jones the best of the Marvel TV titles?They also get a little side-tracked with some scalding hot Star Wars takes. It makes sense...mostly. Bottom line, Jessica Jones ranks among the best of the bunch. Now it's time to re-watch the whole series, because we can't believe it's over. Be sure to give a listen, rate and review!https://www.watchingcomics.com/TWITTER: @WatchComixPodHOSTS: @MitchRoush + @Thatjakeowens

The third second Spider-Man movie has arrived!Jake + Mitch sling back into the MCU to dish on Peter Parker's latest adventure abroad. Considering all the post-Endgame world-building the flick was tasked with, SMFFH managed to deliver a superb follow-up to Homecoming...and deliver a few surprises along the way.- Is J.K. Simmons the best comic book movie casting of all-time?- Is The Amazing Spider-Man 2 better than Far From Home?- Where do we stand on Gyllenhaal's purple cape antics?Naturally, we the guys wouldn't be doing their jobs unless they forecast where the next Spidey flick could be headed. And it better include the Sinister Six. The hashtag campaign starts now:#SpiderManHomewreckers!Be sure to give a listen, and rate + review.https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network.

The phoenix is rising...for the second time.Jake + Mitch bid farewell to the Fox X-Men run by breaking down the almost pretty good, but not great, DARK PHOENIX. Like many comic flicks that under perform at the box office, it gets a bad shake. The guys discuss:- What do we make of Simon Kinberg's career?- Is X2 still the best X-Men movie?- Who's the better Beast: Grammer or Hoult?Also, the guys take us down memory lane to a time they found the perfect X-Men bootlegs in a back alley in China. No joke.Give a listen, and be sure to rate and review on Apple Podcasts!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*

The 90's were a wild time, and they could've been wilder.Jake + Mitch deep-dive into the nostalgic pool of the lost Superman movie. That's right, Nicholas Cage, Tim Burton, Kevin Smith and a giant spider. SUPERMAN LIVES cult status grows stronger by the year, and leaves behind daunting questions:- What would we make of Jim Carrey's Brainiac?- Would this have removed the push for SUPERMAN RETURNS?- And just how crazy is the Nic Cage casting?...Or was it perfect?So many what ifs and urban legends have rendered SUPERMAN LIVES arguably the most infamous big-budget flick never made. But hey, at least we've got loads of screen test footage and WILD WILD WEST out of the deal, right?SUPERMAN LIVES - oh what might've been.Be sure to rate and review on iTunes, and give a listen!https://www.watchingcomics.com/*WCP is a member of the GeekDad Podcast Network*