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Welcome back fellow Defenders Derek and John are back with Marvel Animation for The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den". From executive producer Ryan Coogler this is the first of a four part series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne Episode Directed by: Todd Harris Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In 1260 B.C. in the land of Wakanda, the leader of the Dora Milaje, Akeje needs help from a former Dora, Noni on a solo mission. A former high level Wakandan leader, calling himself The Lion, has left the secretive society armed with dozens of powerful Wakandan items. If these items fall into the wrong hands they could pose a danger to the world. Noni accepts the mission and locates The Lion in Crete where he is capturing and enslav

Welcome to another cosmic episode of Movies on TV Podcast Industries! We're back in the cinema for the 37th Marvel Cinematic Universe film – and the first movie in MCU Phase 6 – with our Fantastic Four : First Steps movie review. This action-packed, heartfelt film reintroduces Marvel’s First Family with a blend of emotion, interstellar threats, and a baby with godlike powers. If you're searching for an in-depth Fantastic Four 2025 review, you've come to the right place! What’s Inside This Episode? Our spoiler-filled breakdown of Fantastic Four: First Steps The new MCU versions of Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben The terrifying arrival of Galactus and the Silver Surfer’s tragic arc Franklin Richards' powers and post-credits shockers What this means for Avengers: Doomsday Full Plot Summary for The Fantastic Four First Steps (Spoilers Ahead!) In an alternate New York on Earth-828, four years after gaining their powers, the Fantastic Four find themselves dealing with a new challenge: pa

In the explosive season finale of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+, John and Derek from TV Podcast Industries break down Episode 6: “The Past Is The Past”, directed by Angela Barnes and written by showrunner Chinaka Hodge. With the arrival of Mephisto, a dramatic battle between Riri and Parker, and major MCU implications, this episode delivers a powerful conclusion and sets the stage for what’s next. Episode 6 Recap: What Happened in “The Past Is The Past”? We begin in the past, where a young Parker Robbins and his friend John break into Parker’s father's mansion. While escaping, Parker meets a mysterious hooded man who promises him power, respect, and wealth — at a mysterious cost he’ll “barely notice.” Parker agrees and seals his fate with a handshake. In the present day, Parker confronts the same mysterious partner, furious that his desires haven’t materialized. But the hooded man reminds him: everything he needed was already given. Meanwhile, Riri is at a low point. She can’t rebuild her AI,

Far too quickly we’re at the penultimate action heavy episode and Derek and John chat all about Ironheart Episode 6 "Karma’s a Glitch". As always the podcast is spoiler-filled so make sure you’ve watched the episode before listening along. Ironheart Episode 5 Podcast – “Karma’s A Glitch” | Detailed Recap & Analysis In this episode, we break down Ironheart Episode 5: "Karma’s A Glitch", directed by Angela Barnes and written by Cristian Martinez. Join hosts John and Derek as they explore the latest twists, character developments, and key themes from this critically acclaimed Disney+ Marvel series. Episode 5 Synopsis: What Happened in "Karma’s A Glitch"? Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) reunites with Zelma, who reveals that The Hood (Anthony Ramos) is being consumed by dark energy linked to Dormammu. The Blood Siblings ambush Riri and Zelma; Riri protects Zelma using her suit’s watch ability. Clown (Sonia Denis) arrives, forcing Riri to reveal a major secret about Rampage’s death. Riri’

With one of our team lost in another realm, John and Derek return to discuss Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" in our spoiler-filled podcast. We may have gushed a little too much about the MCU arrival of one of our favourite Marvel witches but we make no apologies. Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" Details Directed by Angela Barnes Written by Amir Sulaiman Episode Synopsis: Knowing that Parker Robbins, aka The Hood is on her trail, Riri analyzes the piece of The Hood’s cloak she recovered, which she discovers is an ancient energy source that Parker draws upon.  Meanwhile Eziekiel Stane (aka Joe McGillacuddy) has been arrested for the crew's heist after being implicated by the biomesh left behind by Riri, and he is very resentful towards her when she visits him in detention.  With things stacking up Ronnie, Riri’s mum, gets increasingly worried about her daughter and wants to help, bringing her to her friend Madeline Stanton, a former Kamar-Taj trainee, and her daughter Zelma.  The Stan

It’s time to chat about Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" in our spoiler filled podcast all about it. Make sure you have watched all three episodes before you listen along. Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" Details Directed by Samantha Bailey Written by Francesca Gailes & Jacqueline J. Gailes Episode Synopsis: While celebrating their successful operation against TNNL at Parker's  headquarters, Clown plays around with Parker's mysterious hood. But before Riri and Clown can investigate more, his right hand man John angrily confronts them. Parker calms the team down and starts planning for their next heist on a secure facility known as Heirlum. This time they're having difficulty with blackmail leads and John tries to call the whole thing off, but The Hood pushes them onwards. Riri wants to investigate the properties of the Hood, especially after being told it's magic, but she has more than enough problems dealing with Joe and her new AI. Joe McGillicuddy has plans that

John, Chris and Derek are back to chat about Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" as our favourite new MCU character arrives as Riri's best friend Natalie takes center stage. Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" Details Directed by Sam Bailey Written by Malarie Howard Episode Synopsis: Still in need of parts to complete her suit in time for the TNNL heist, Riri reaches out to an underground Tech dealer, Joe McGillicuddy, and easily blackmails him into helping her. She soon encourages the meek arms supplier Joe to stand up for himself after learning for his passion for technology and he provides the items she needs to rebuild her suit. The Hood’s team has a plan to blackmail the CEO of the seemingly nefarious organisation TNNL by arranging for Riri to plant a virus in their mainframe. But before she can accomplish the task her new AI NATALIE pops up and startles Riri into dropping the pen drive.  Giving over control to Natalie the two

Welcome back fellow Defenders the full team are back to chat all about Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" a brand new series on Disney Plus begins today. Our spoiler filled chat is available now so make sure you've watched the episode before listening. Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" Details Directed by Sam Bailey Written by Chinaka Hodge Episode Synopsis: After returning to college from Wakanda and getting a taste of her true abilities, Riri Williams realises she’s unable to achieve her goals without a major influx of money. She sells projects all around the area but when MIT finds out Riri is expelled. Riri takes her Iron suit that she built with her college grant money and flies it back home to Chicago. But when her expulsion kicks in, Riri is locked out of the AI in the suit, sending it crashing to the ground in the city. Her flight through the city gets the attention of criminal boss The Hood who recruits Riri to his crew with the offer of extensive cash reserves. Before she j

We're back in the cinema for the 36th MCU Movie and our Thunderbolts* Movie Review. The final movie in Phase 5 is great fun but has such a strong heart to it too. We'd highly recommend going to see this in the cinema. Spoiler Filled Synopsis for Thunderbolts* Directed by - Julius Onah Story by - Eric Pearson Screenplay by - Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo Since her sister Natasha died. Yelena Belova has just been going through the motions. Successfully complete her mission, go home alone, think about what she’s done and wait for another mission. Rinse, Repeat. Yelena needs a change and wants a more public-facing job. She visits her former fake father Aleksi Shastakov AKA The Red Guardian to find out how he copes. Aleksi just wants to get some missions like Yelena. But her boss Valentina Allegra De Fontaine has other things on her mind as she’s being impeached for her nefarious activities by Congressman Gary with the backing of newly elected Congressman James Buchanan Barnes.  Valentina n

We've reached the end of season 1 and we're back with our Daredevil Born Again Wrap Up and the answers for our Josie's Bar Quiz questions. We announce the winner of the goodie pack and discuss all of your awesome feedback. Josie's Bar Pub Quiz Questions and Answers Episode 1: “Heaven’s Half Hour” Question: What is the name of the 20-year bottle of whiskey that Josie keeps behind the bar? Answer: O’Melveny’s Episode 2: “Optics” Question: While on another dinner date, what is the dream destination that Heather and Matt discuss and what would they drink there? Answer: They'll be in Belize and Double-fisting Mai-Tais Episode 3: “The Hollow Of His Hand” Question: What are the names of the beach in Puerto Rico and the frog that lives there mentioned by Hector? Answer: Luquillo Beach and the Coquis Frog Episode 4: “Sic Semper Systema” Question: What is the name of the band who originally performed the song covered by the choral school kids and the Latvians? Answer: Starship "We Built T

It's finale time as Derek and John get together to discuss every minute of Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight to Hell". A fantastic and shocking episode that sets our expectations at an all time high for season 2. Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardepane & Heather Bellson Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight To Hell" Synopsis A year before the assassination attempt at Mayor Fisk’s Black and White Ball, Vanessa visits Benjamin Poindexter in a mental hospital and asks him to kill Nelson—who is working on a case which could expose her activities at Red Hook—in exchange for his freedom. In the present, Poindexter escapes the ball and Murdock is hospitalized. Fisk reveals to Vanessa that he knows she orchestrated Nelson's death.  Meanwhile, to drive chaos after the attempt on his life Fisk cuts off the power to New York City and orders Cashman to kill Murdock at the hospital, but Murdock escapes to his apartment, where he finds Frank Castle, who was asked b

Chris returns to join Derek to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy". A notable difference this week with excellent direction from Benson and Moorhead we discuss it all. Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardepane & Jesse Wigutow Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy" Synopsis Benjamin “Dex” Poindexter is moved from solitary confinement to General Population on Mayor Fisk's orders hoping his life will be put at risk. Worried for his life he tries to make a deal with Matt to secure his release. But Matt is unwilling to work with his best friend’s murderer and leaves him with a severe gash to the forehead.  With no option open to him, Dex uses the opportunity to kill a guard and get himself out of prison.  Hoping to mend their relationship, Wilson Fisk reveals to Vanessa that he imprisoned her lover Adam. Fisk tells her if he cannot be with her he cannot be, and gives her a choice to free or kill Adam. She chooses the gun and executes h

Derek and John get together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake". There are some really great moments this week but we really wanted to see the story of Muse play out over a few episodes. Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake" Synopsis Directed by David Boyd Written by Jill Blankenship As Angela Del Toro recovers from the attack by Muse she tells Matt Murdock and the police that she was saved by Daredevil and gives them directions to his lair. Inspector Kim reveals all this information to Mayor Fisk and informs him they suspect a troubled young man named Bastian Cooper. Across the city Bastian is in a session with Doctor Glenn where he reveals that she is the reason he has been able to embrace his true nature as Muse and knocks her unconscious.  Meanwhile, acting on information from Angela, Matt traces Muse to her office through some of his paintings. They fight and Heather shoots and kills the serial killer. But at a press conference afte

Double the DD fun this week as we celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" and things come to a head in Episode 6 "Excessive Force. Chris, John and Derek go deep on the episodes as always so make sure you've watched both before you join us. Episode 5 Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff Episode 5 Written by Grainne Godfree Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" Synopsis On Saint Patrick's Day 2027, Matt Murdock goes to New York Mutual bank to discuss a loan for his law firm Murdock and McDuffie. But his application is denied by assistant bank manager Yusuf Khan due to Matt's penchant for taking on clients who cannot afford to pay.  After Matt Murdock leaves the bank, a group of criminals led by Northern Irishman Devlin enter the bank and take everyone hostage. They work for Luca and are attempting to steal the $1.8 million he needs to pay to the tariff imposed on them by Vanessa Fisk.  But Matt hears them and tells Kirstin McDuffie to call t

Our full team finally gets back together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema". Chris, John and Derek go deep on this episode to chat all about the drivers and pushes for the characters to revert to type and an appearance from Frank Castle. Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff Written by David Feige and Jesse Wigutow Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema" Synopsis Matt Murdock is confronted by Hector Ayala's niece, Angela del Toro, who believes the police are responsible for his death. Murdock comforts her with hope that the killer will be brought to justice.While Matt works to get a reduced prison sentence for a petty criminal downtown, the Fisk’s are back in marriage counseling. Wilson Fisk and Vanessa discuss her affair with Adam and Heather Glenn privately asks Vanessa if she feels safe around Fisk.Fisk's plan to rebuild the city's ports faces several hurdles, including bureaucratic procedures, gang in-fighting, and his protégé Daniel Blake drunkenly

The Defenders are back with our case notes for Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 "Hollow of His Hand". We go spoiler filled as always, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Directed by Micheal Cuesta Written by Jill Blankenship Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 "Hollow Of His Hand" Synopsis Wilson Fisk's old business associates take advantage of his absence to mount a gang war over his territories. Vanessa sends Fisk's right-hand man Buck Cashman to ease tensions between the gangs. But Fisk believes they should let them kill each other.Though Matt Murdock’s investigator, Cherry, is able to bring the only witness Nicky Torres to Hector Ayala's trial, Torres is intimidated by the police. He commits perjury by testifying that he was never assaulted.With no other options, Murdock reveals Hector's secret identity as the White Tiger in open court, despite initially pushing against it.With new witness accounts and police records detailing The White Tiger's heroic deeds, M

Derek and John are back with our case notes for Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 "Optics". We're going into full spoiler filled detail once again, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Directed by Micheal Cuesta Written by Matt Corman and Chris Ord Daredevil Born Again Episode 2 Cast Charlie Cox - Matt Murdock/Daredevil Vincent D'Onofrio - Wilson Fisk Ayelet Zurer - Vanessa Fisk Zabryna Guevara - Sheila Rivera Clark Johnson - Cherry Genneya Walton - BB Urich Kamar de los Reyes - Hector Ayala Josie's Bar Quiz During each podcast we'll ask a question about each episode in our Daredevil Born Again Josie's Bar Quiz. You can send in your answers each week to feedback@tvpodcastindustries.com At the end of the nine episode series the fellow Defenders with the most correct answers will be in with the chance of getting their hands on some Daredevil Born Again goodies. All questions will be updated on: https://www.tvpodcastindustries.com Ques

It's been a long long time coming but your Defenders are back as John and Derek return to discuss Daredevil Born Again Episode 1. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on the return of Daredevil, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil Born Again Episode 1 Synopsis Directed by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardapane The Avocados at Law, Nelson, Murdock and Page head out for a celebratory night at Josie’s bar as one of their police contacts, Cherry, is retiring. While there Foggy gets a call from a client he has stashed at his apartment. He believes he’s under attack. While Matt suits up as Daredevil to help the client, Bullseye, an enemy from their past, assassinates Foggy and begins to open fire on Josie’s bar.Daredevil quickly returns to the bar to tackle Bullseye, while Karen is unable to save Foggy. As Daredevil hears Foggy’s heart stop, and in the pain of Matt’s loss, he throws Bullseye from the top of the building atte

It's been way too long since we were in the cinema so John and Derek are back for the 35th MCU movie Captain America Brave New World. Synopsis for our Captain America Brave New World 2025 Review Directed by - Julius Onah Story by - Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson Screenplay by - Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson, Julius Onah and Peter Glanz After being diagnosed with a terminal heart condition, Cantankerous General Thaddeus Ross turns his life around and is announced as the new US president promising togetherness in the face of overwhelming challenges in the world. Following the discovery of a brand new element, Adamantium, in the body of the Celestial, Tiamut, that still resides in the Indian Ocean, countries across the world are battling for control of the powerful material. When the Serpent Society, a rogue special Ops group led by Sidewinder, steals a sample of Adamantium, President Ross sends Captain America to Oaxaca Mexico to retrieve the item. Backed up b

We are back for the final time to discuss What If 308 the finale of What If? With gorgeous animation and some nods and hints to what could be out there this was a good capper on the show. What If 308 Finale Synopsis Executive Produced by: Matthew Chauncey, Bryan Andrews and Brad Winderbaum with Kevin Fiege. Head Writer: Matthew Chauncey Story by : Bryan Andrews, Matthew Chauncey, and Ryan Little Teleplay by : Matthew Chauncey and Ryan Little Episode Directed By: Bryan Andrews In a flashback, it's revealed that the Watcher was once a Watcher disciple named Uatu who was recruited to become a full Watcher by the Eminence.  In the present, the Watcher is placed on trial for his repeated interferences, namely giving Strange Supreme the information he needed to recreate his own universe, and saving Riri Williams, Kwai Jun-Fan, Reed Richards, Nick Fury and Madisynn King, as well as his actions regarding Captain Carter.  The two are rescued by Ultron who sacrifices himself to buy them t