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MechaDragon87. How LOKI (Season 1) Affects the MCU's FutureWhat does LOKI (season 1) and all its epic reveals mean for the MCU moving forward into phases 4, 5, and 6?? Frederick Chambers of the Imagine Tomorrow podcast is back for Part 2 of our discussion, in which we focus on how the show affects the Marvel Cinematic Multiverse. Come geek out with us!
Check out Fred on Twitter @HelmsmanFreddy and his podcast, Imagine Tomorrow @TerminusTerrra!
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2021-08-091h 09MechaDragon86. LOKI (Season 1)Our favorite MCU villain-turned-antihero returns in his own show, LOKI -- and Frederick Chambers of the Imagine Tomorrow podcast joins the show to discuss! Spoilers for all of LOKI, season 1! We review the show and dive deep on specifics like: Loki's arc, how this Loki variant compares to the one we last saw in Infinity War, the show's themes and how they were developed, the TVA (banality of evil or tough utilitarian choice?), the TVA's "retrofuturistic" design and cinematic influences, Sylvie and her relationship with Loki, Moebius and Loki, the reveals at the end (including *that* new character), what...
2021-08-041h 13MechaDragon85. Falcon and the Winter Soldier: ONE WORLD, ONE PEOPLE (s01e06)Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 6 ushered in a new era of the MCU for Marvel fans, and left some hints at what the future holds. Written Flows is our guest co-host this week. Come geek out with us!
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2021-04-272h 04MechaDragon84. Falcon and the Winter Soldier: TRUTH (s01e05)Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 5 brought an inevitable fight, showed the importance of history and optimism, and gave us a very important calm before the storm. We react, discuss, and make some predictions. SPOILERS! (We also briefly discuss episode 4 at the top of the show.)
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2021-04-191h 34MechaDragon83. Falcon and the Winter Soldier: POWER BROKER (s01e03)Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 3 gave us a deeper look into Walker's instability, gave us some serum clues, brought back an old friend, showed us something we never thought we'd see Zemo do, and more. We react, discuss, and break out some theories.
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2021-04-051h 12MechaDragon82. Falcon and the Winter Soldier: THE STAR-SPANGLED MAN (s01e02)Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode 2 dropped some heavy reveals on Marvel fans. Will and Bob break down the episode & discuss how it changed what we know about MCU history. From Isaiah Bradley to what's in store for John Walker, couples therapy & the super soldier serum, to the mysterious Power Broker & the return of Zemo, we get into it all. Predictions and theories, too!
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2021-03-291h 39MechaDragon81. Falcon and the Winter Soldier: THE NEW WORLD ORDER (s01e01)Will and Bob discuss the first episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Topics include:
general impressions / non-spoiler review
How the show does what no other TV series ever has with action scenes.
Setting up the characters.
MCU Chronology, post-Endgame.
Which Avengers are most like regular people.
Steve... on the moon?
The state of the world after Endgame.
The Flag Smashers.
The new "Captain America" and what that means to Sam.
Setting up the new phase of MCU content.
Our theories and predictions.
Which new MCU characters might make an appearance -- a wager.
2021-03-221h 10MechaDragon80. Europa Report (2013)Megan Salinas joins Will and Jes for an in-depth conversation about the 2013 sci-fi mystery drama, EUROPA REPORT. Brief non-spoiler review followed by spoiler-filled deep-dive.
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2021-03-151h 24MechaDragon79. WandaVision: THE SERIES FINALE (s01e09)Megan Salinas joins Will and Jes for an in-depth conversation about the WandaVision finale. HEAVY SPOILERS.
Topics include:
General impressions / review of the finale + whole series.
How the weekly release schedule was good for the show and good for the fandom community.
WandaVision vs. LOST: the community experience.
What makes WandaVision work so well.
What makes Agatha such a great character.
Clash of the Visions: the brilliance of resolving conflict.
The relevance of the Ship of Theseus parable.
What's happening with white Vision next.
WandaVision's many 'Wizard of Oz' references.
The Darkhold: what it means for...
2021-03-081h 48MechaDragon78. Starman (1984)Will and Screenhub's Eric Hanson dive deep into John Carpenter's 1984 cult classic sci-fi film, STARMAN.
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2021-03-031h 05MechaDragon77. WandaVision: PREVIOUSLY ON (s01e08)Will and Jes react to WandaVision's eighth episode, "Previously On."
Topics include:
How Agatha's backstory is/represents an important new piece of worldbuilding for the MCU.
Questions raised by the Salem scene.
Other MCU characters who could appear in the finale.
Will Dr. Strange fail to detect the spectacular afterglow of so many spells cast?
What THAT BOOK could be, and its implications for new MCU villains.
Which other powerful villains could still appear in the finale.
Is there even time left in the story enough to introduce a new villain?
The "secret sauce" for the...
2021-03-011h 15MechaDragon76. Bill and Ted Face the Music (2020)Will and Jes conclude their most excellent coverage of the Bill and Ted franchise -- and this time: BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC!
Topics include:
Taking the time to get the story right.
Going in with the right expectations.
How the film shows its love of music -- moreso than the previous films?
Billy and Thea: our reactions.
The film's humor.
Behind the scenes tidbits and trivia.
The Bill and Ted "formula": the structure of a Bill and Ted movie.
Translating Bill and Ted to middle age.
Bigger roles for the supporting characters.
Jes' two...
2021-02-241h 24MechaDragon75. WandaVision: BREAKING THE FOURTH WALL (s01e07)Will and Jes go into full-on geek-out mode with podcaster and comic book nerd Stefen in this week's discussion of WandaVision, episode 7: "Breaking the Fourth Wall".
Topics include:
Agnes revealed.
Sitcom influences for this episode: theme song/sequence, style, their house, etc.
How Wanda's sitcom self is, emotionally, catching up to her true self.
Vision and Darcy: dynamic duo.
Why Vision was wrong about who was delaying them.
Why Agatha isn't the sole uber-villain of the show.
All the Mephisto references so far.
How large a role Mephisto might play in WandaVision.
The big, upcoming cameo...
2021-02-221h 37MechaDragon74. WandaVision: ALL-NEW HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR! (s01e06)Will and Jes discuss and react to the 6th episode of WandaVision, "All-New Halloween Spooktacular!" with special guest Kim.
Topics include:
General impressions / episode reaction.
The many acting styles and tones of WandaVision.
Why the episode recap featured Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Quicksilver.
Who Evan Peter's Quicksilver REALLY is: the evidence so far.
Watching WandaVision: Marvel comics fans vs. MCU-only fans.
Exactly how much control does Wanda have over what's happening?
When Wanda is confronted by the cost of maintaining her Hex reality.
What's going on with the near-motionless people at the edge of town.
The moment Vision...
2021-02-151h 24MechaDragon73. WandaVision: ON A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE... (s01e05)Will discusses WandaVision, episode 5 ("On a Very Special Episode...") with a special guest named Brad.
Topics include:
How Vision is alive.
The extent of Wanda's control over life and death.
Wanda's parenting.
The importance of Wanda's children to the show's mystery.
Vision's increasing awareness.
The deliberate attempts to keep Wanda (and Vision?) within the Hex reality.
The catalyst that may eventually drive Wanda and Vision to try to leave the Hex.
MCU timeline: from Endgame to WandaVision episode 5.
Did Wanda make a Faustian bargain?
Wanda is the Center, not the Puppeteer.
Agnes's role in Westview.
Ralph's...
2021-02-081h 01MechaDragon72. WandaVision: WE INTERRUPT THIS PROGRAM (s01e04)Will and Jes discuss WandaVision, episode 4 ("We Interrupt This Program") with podcaster and horror maven Megan Salinas.
Topics include:
S.W.O.R.D. as audience surrogate.
Returning MCU characters.
Super-meta: how the show reflects the way we now watch television.
What Darcy's been doing for the past 10-15 years.
Exactly where WandaVision fits in the MCU timeline, and the definitive evidence for it.
Catching up with Monica.
How this episode re-contextualizes some things in Avengers: Endgame.
What Wanda and Monica share that will be central to both their character arcs and the story of the...
2021-02-011h 07MechaDragonBONUS: WandaVision WATCH-ALONG! "Now in Color" (episode 03)Watch WandaVision episode 3 with us! RPG Designer Jessica Marcrum joins us for fun commentary, informed observation and speculation, and geeky shenanigans. Instructions on how to easily sync up our watch-along at home are in our very brief intro comments. We're releasing this watch-along as a bonus episode to give one example of new content we have planned starting this year. For further details, including how to get much more bonus content, follow us @MechaDragonShow on Twitter.\
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2021-01-2531 minMechaDragon71. WandaVision: NOW IN COLOR (s01e03)Will and Jes discuss WandaVision, episode 3 ("Now in Color") with RPG Designer and Social Worker Jessica Marcrum.
Topics include:
The theory that EXPLAINS the Beekeeper, the helicopter, and "Geraldine."
Wanda and Vision's neighbors: who they are, what they know, who's "in on it," and what Herb was trying to say.
Who Agnes really is.
S.W.O.R.D.: the new meaning behind the acronym, and why they're concerned with Wanda's Westview.
The implications of SWORD's role in the MCU.
Inspirations from the comics and how the show still goes its own way.
How the show...
2021-01-251h 14MechaDragon70. WandaVision: EPISODES 1 & 2 - (s01e01+e02)The MCU has finally returned with WANDAVISION! Will and Jes discuss the highly-anticipated premiere (episodes 1 & 2) with guest Ben Adelman.
Topics include:
General impressions, brief non-spoiler review.
SPOILERS BEGIN: ~16:54.
Which audiences WandaVision appeals to (and which it might not).
The many genres of WandaVision.
The central mysterty of the show.
Will we get "event fatigue?"
Thematic connections to the comics that inspired the show (House of M and The Vision).
Why the classic sitcom format was the perfect fit to illustrate how Wanda's trauma is affecting her.
Wanda's power level: MCU and the show vs. the comics.
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2021-01-181h 24MechaDragon69. Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)Will and Jes kick off the New Year with a discussion of Wonder Woman 1984, with special guest Jessica Marcrum.
Topics include:
How the development of the film's theme adversely affected the whole story.
Max Lord and his defeat: in the comics vs. in the film.
Would the movie have been more effective if it had been released a few years ago?
Chris Pine's inclusion in the movie.
"Body-snatching" Steve Trevor.
Plotholes or not-holes?
Revealing character in action sequences.
"Steve is no punk."
A toxic theme?
What happened to the stone after Max Lord renounced his wish.
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2021-01-041h 25MechaDragon68. Marvel / Star Wars CROSSOVER PITCH!Will and Jes team up with podcaster and horror maven Megan Salinas to pitch Marvel / Star Wars crossover films! What must you get right to do justice to each universe? What do you need to avoid? Which characters would work well together in a crossover story? How would these franchises even cross over?? Are you Jonesing for more MCU and/or more Star Wars? Come geek out with us as we give detailed pitches and discuss!
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2020-12-282h 24MechaDragon67. Scrooged (1988) - A Four Dads Review!Will and Jes team up with the guys from the Two Dads Review podcast, Clay and Corey, for our 2020 Christmas episode on the 1988 film SCROOGED!
Topics include:
Behind-the-scenes trivia and drama!
Bill Murray's performance in his first lead role in a major film.
The film's delightfully comedic characters.
The love story subplot: did it work and was it essential?
Frank's character arc and how the subplots make it work.
The signs that Frank was redeemable.
How and why the ghosts mirrored Frank's own behavior.
Why Claire taking Frank's own advice was the most frightening thing for...
2020-12-231h 42MechaDragon66. The Mandalorian: THE RESCUE (s02e08)Will and Jes discuss THE MANDALORIAN (season 2, episode 8) CHAPTER 16: THE RESCUE! (Spoilers!)
Topics include:
Why this episode's fan service works so well as part of the story.
"Two Mandalorians walk into a bar..."
Din's team.
This episode's music.
The many homages to the OG Star Wars films.
The "girls get it done" scene.
Mandalorians in sync.
What happened to the Comms Officer? Why we believe she's still alive and when/where we could see her again.
The Dark Troopers: metaphorically on-brand for the Empire; their music and lethality.
Subtle references to the Sequel Trilogy.
Darksaber darksaber d...
2020-12-211h 45MechaDragon65. The Mandalorian: THE BELIEVER (s02e07)Will and Jes discuss THE MANDALORIAN (season 2, episode 7) CHAPTER 15: THE BELIEVER! (Spoilers.)
Topics include:
Mayfeld: adding layers.
The title's importance to the episode.
Din's Decision: his most important moment and what it means.
Imperial Security Software.
New Star Wars shows and how they'll cross over with The Mandalorian.
Who Din is recruiting to help free Grogu.
That cafeteria scene.
Boba Fett's new paint-job.
Predictions / fan theories.
Predictions:
Which characters will be in the season finale / Din's team.
Dire consequencs for Grogu.
How much can they fit into the season finale?
The surprising figure who...
2020-12-141h 07MechaDragon64. The Mandalorian: THE TRAGEDY (s02e06)Will and Jes return to discuss THE MANDALORIAN (season 2, episode 6) CHAPTER 14: THE TRADGEDY! (Spoilers.)
Topics include:
Our reactions to the shocking events of Chapter 14: The Tragedy!
Tython lore & the Jedi Order -- How old is that seeing stone?
Din's developing bond with Grogu.
Boba Fett and Slave I.
What might the Boba Fett show rumors REALLY mean?
What would a Boba Fett show BE?
Mandalorian season 3: Lethal Weapon?? (Boba = Riggs, Din = Murtaugh?)
The Comms Officer: evil badass with a further role to play.
Predictions / fan theories.
Predictions:
How much of Chapter 15 will be trying...
2020-12-071h 09MechaDragon63. The Mandalorian: THE JEDI (s02e05)SPOILERS!! Guest Mike Gagne (of Boston Harbor Horror Presents) joins Will and Jes for an epic discussion of 'THE MANDALORIAN: Chapter 12: The Jedi'! We went deep on this truly monumental episode from season 2.
Topics include:
Ahsoka Tano (& Rosario Dawson casting) and her live-action debut.
How Ahsoka's backstory (The Clone Wars, SW: Rebels) affects her in this episode.
Rosario Dawson's career: from Kids to Star Wars.
Baby Yoda's name!
Grogu's timeline.
Tython: its history, location, special properties, and importance to the Jedi.
Which Jedi or other Force-sensitive characters might respond to Grogu's visit to the seeing-stone on...
2020-11-301h 53MechaDragon62. The Mandalorian: THE SIEGE (s02e04)Guest co-host Jessica Marcrum joins Will to discuss 'THE MANDALORIAN: Chapter 12: The Siege'! Heavy spoilers as we dive deep into this one.
Topics include:
Cara Dune's tattoo.
How Mando is becoming a better father.
How and why Mando is loosening up.
Puppetry in Star Wars.
How DO the aqualish eat?
Cara's new friend for life - a.k.a. how to adopt a stray.
Three "straight men" and a Mythral.
The Empire's OSHA violations.
The clone vats: what they could mean.
Could storytelling in The Mandalorian improve the Sequel Trilogy with tie-ins?
The Dark Troopers: what...
2020-11-231h 46MechaDragon61. Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey (1991)Will and Jes continue their most excellent coverage of the Bill and Ted franchise -- straight from 1991, it's BILL AND TED'S BOGUS JOURNEY!
Topics include:
Movie trivia & behind the scenes stories.
What makes this movie more well-written than the previous one.
Death and his games is homage to which famous film?
The origin of Station!
Bill and Ted... in the MCU!?
The biggest rift yet between Will and Jes.
Who's more cringey? Station or Jar Jar Binks?
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2020-11-181h 02MechaDragon60. The Mandalorian: THE HEIRESS (s02e03)Will and Jes are back to discuss 'THE MANDALORIAN: Chapter 11: The Heiress'! Spoilers abound as we delve into the events and characters of the show, what it all means, and what it portends for future episodes as well as for the rest of The Galaxy Far Far Away.
Topics include:
Mandalorian lore and history: Deathwatch and the creed, the Darksaber, differing Mandalorian traditions.
Mando's (Din Djarin's) widening perspective.
Bo-Katan and her historical connection to Din Djarin.
Baby Yoda and baby frog-person.
The many ways this show explores the aftermath of events from Return of the Jedi.
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2020-11-1655 minMechaDragon59. Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)Will and Jes discuss the most bodacious movie of 1989: BILL AND TED'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE!
Topics include:
What was *almost* the movie's title?
Behind the Scenes tidbits: deleted scenes, previous script versions.
How well does the movie hold up?
What makes the movie so fun, even today.
The three parts that don't hold up in 2020.
Comparisons to the 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' treatment of history
The Mall: evidence of an age gone by.
Bill and Ted and Stockholm Syndrome.
Emotional respite: the value of suspending disbelief for Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure.
Time traveling phone-booth...
2020-11-111h 08MechaDragon58. The Mandalorian: THE PASSENGER (s02e02)SPOILERS! Will and Jes discuss the 2nd episode of The Mandalorian, season 2: Chapter 10: The Passenger.
Topics include:
Baby yoda's human equivalent age and how that explains his behavior.
The spider monsters and where we've seen them before.
Boba Fett vs. Mando: the looming confrontation.
How Boba Fett might get his armor back.
The Mandalorian characters Mando might meet on Trask.
What the Mandalorians will want in exchange for intel about the Jedi.
Predictions for the rest of the season.
How will Moff Gideon figure into the season?
The Filoni-verse.
When will Ahsoka appear and how can she help Mando and...
2020-11-0959 minMechaDragon57. She Dies Tomorrow (2020)Come geek out with Will, Jes, and returning guest Megan Salinas for a deep-dive into the indie film Variety called a "psychedelic and freakishly timely psychodrama". From pacing and non-linear structure to Mozart's Lacrimosa and inventive cinematic depictions of anxiety, this movie provoked an unexpectedly fun discussion.
Megan Salinas
Twitter: @themenguin
Silver Screams podcast: @Silver_Screams
No Love Lost podcast: @NoLoveLostPod
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2020-11-031h 06MechaDragon56. The Mandalorian: THE MARSHAL (s02e01)SPOILERS! Will and Jes discuss the season 2 opener of The Mandalorian -- Chapter 9: The Marshal.
Topics include:
Boba Fett and setting up his inevitable confrontation with Mando
baby Yoda's mental development as a 50-year old toddler
western genre elements used expertly by the show
key samurai films that inspired the premise of The Mandalorian
how much time has passed since season 1 began
what's the plural of ballista?
Greef Karga's beard: the grand debate
the wonderful worldbuilding of "The Mandalorian" as an organic part of the story
familiar Star Wars characters to be introduced in season 2
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2020-11-021h 01MechaDragon55. Trick 'r Treat (2007)HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! MechaDragon celebrates All Hallows' Eve with the 2007 cult classic "Trick 'r Treat" -- and horror maven Megan Salinas helps the boys break it down.
Topics include:
the ultimate Halloween holiday film?
why the movie is so successful as a horror anthology
navigating the horror/comedy balance
the Rules
the single most important character who ties everything together
the film's central message
which "twists & turns" were most effective and why
stand-out moments
Have a great (and safe) Halloween, everyone!
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Twitter: @themenguin
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2020-10-311h 18MechaDragon54. House (1986)WTF is this movie?? Will and Jes try to answer this question with horror maven / Halloween Month co-host Megan Salinas. Where does the film succeed (and where does it struggle)? How does it balance the horror and the comedy? This episode is some of the most fun we've had podcasting!
Other topics include:
80s camp and goofiness vs. chilling moments
What IS the House and what does it want?
Monsters and special effects
Memorable moments
How the film excites the imagination
Core concepts vs. execution
Theme & character development (kinda)
Again, what the actual f---??
2020-10-261h 29MechaDragon53. The Babadook (2014)Halloween Month celebration continues with THE BABADOOK, a horror movie with heart. Writer/Producer of the Boston Harbor Horror audiodrama, Mike Gagne, returns to the show with horror afficionado and podcaster Megan Salinas to discuss the film with Will and Jes. This is a film with a lot of depth, so we dive deep.
Topics include:
non-spoilery review (at the beginning)
spoiler-heavy discussion
the monster's fright-factor
The Babadook and parenting
metaphor and symbolism: what the Babadook represents
expertly crafted theme through metaphor: what the story is really about
WTF? The film's ending: explained
2020-10-191h 36MechaDragon52. The Thing (1982)MechaDragon's celebration of Halloween Month 2020 continues with an in-depth discussion of THE THING, John Carpenter's 1982 horror masterpiece. Horror aficionado and podcaster Megan Salinas returns with film critic and writer Eric Hanson to discuss the film with Will and Jes. We start with our standard but brief non-spoilery review before moving into a more in-depth and spoiler-filled conversation about the movie.
Topics include:
leveraging the ensemble size for added tension
masterful use of ambiguity: what, how, and why
the film's legendary practical effects
Lovecraftian imagery
use of pacing, suspense, and character
Ennio Morricone's score
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2020-10-121h 23MechaDragon51. Horror Films That Influenced UsMechaDragon dives into Halloween Month 2020 with a discussion of horror films that made a huge impact on Will and Jes. Each talks about three horror films that influenced them, what's special about them, some interesting background info and factoids about them, and why they were so influential. Which film made people believe it was actually real? Which movie showcases an alien entity that personifies "the cosmic indifference of the universe, in a very Lovecraftian sense"? Which horror comedy is essential to the development of the zombie movie genre and introduced one of its most well-known tropes? Which gave us...
2020-10-051h 14MechaDragon50. Our Top Geek InfluencesIn MechaDragon's 50th episode special, join Will & Jes for a more intimate chat about their all-time top geeky/nerdy influences. What are their top geeky influences, what do they love so much about them, and how were they influential?
Topics include:
nourishing the imagination
geek/nerd content as escapsism
providing inspiration and hope
shaping our sense of humor
creative impact of geek influences
finding community
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2020-09-281h 34MechaDragon49. Aliens & UFOs in Congress, Part 2UFOs are once again a major topic of serious discussion in the United States Senate, where the Senate Intelligence Committee has voted to require a more coordinated collection of UFO encounter data from across all intelligence agencies, and a new official to oversee the process, which will culminate in (among other things) a public report on the findings. In this follow-up to our as-yet most popular episode, Will and Jes discuss a plethora of new details about UFO/UAP activity, which has increased sharply in recent years. Topics include:
all the juicy details from actual Senate documents
shocking...
2020-09-211h 31MechaDragon48. The Vast of Night (2019)Will & Jes return to discuss the indie breakout hit, THE VAST OF NIGHT, in which two ambitious small-town go-getters find themselves on the increasingly mysterious and disturbing trail of a signal that invades the airwaves on the night of the biggest high school basketball game of the year. What makes this film so incredibly and unexpectedly compelling?
Topics include:
how the film's treatment of UFO lore excels despite it being a much-used subject
the film's expert use of suspense
how the cinematography -- sometimes unconventional but always deft -- enhances the story
how the script meticulously...
2020-08-1054 minMechaDragon47. TERMINATOR Franchise: Sequel Pitch!Special guest Daryl from The Story Geeks podcast and returning guest Eric Hanson of Screenhub join Will & Jes for our Sequel Pitch on the TERMINATOR franchise! Join us as we pitch a wide array of new TERMINATOR movies... We also discuss what a good Terminator sequel needs to do -- and what it must avoid. There's no fate but what we make, fellow geeks. Come geek out with us!
Daryl Smith
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The Story Geeks: @TheStoryGeeks
Eric Hanson
Twitter: @Eric_of_Arkham
2020-06-011h 52MechaDragon46. Wonder Woman vs. Captain MarvelWonder Woman vs. Captain Marvel: Which was the better superheroine movie and why? How well did each deal with feminist themes, what can the franchises learn from each other, and how can leading ladies elevate the MCU and DCEU to greater heights? And if they fought, who would win? Join us for this and much more. Special guests: Megan Salinas of the No Love Lost podcast & Silver Screams YouTube channel; nerd culture journalist Amanda Finn; and RPG-designer and writer Jessica Marcrum.
Megan Salinas
Twitter: @themenguin
No Love Lost podcast: @NoLoveLostPod
2020-05-181h 42MechaDragon45. Captain Marvel: Sequel Pitch!We pitch the next CAPTAIN MARVEL movie! Joining Will are Megan Salinas of the Silver Screams podcast & No Love Lost podcast; journalist Amanda Finn; and Jay Sherer of The Story Geeks. Come geek out with us as we pitch four potential CAPTAIN MARVEL sequels! We also delve into what any Captain Marvel sequel needs to get right. If you’re jonesing for more MCU & more Captain Marvel, you will NOT want miss this. Megan Salinas Twitter: @themenguin Silver Screams podcast: @Silver_Screams No Love Lost podcast: @NoLoveLostPod Amanda Finn Twitter: @FinnWrites website: amanda-finn.com Jay Sherer Twitter: @JaySherer The St...
2020-05-041h 56MechaDragon44. ALIEN Franchise: Sequel Pitch!Special guest Aaron from ALIEN VS. PREDATOR GALAXY and returning guest Eric Hanson of Screenhub join Will & Jes for our first Sequel Pitch episode! Join us as we pitch a new ALIEN movie -- more than one, in fact. If you're a fan of ALIEN and want a new installment that won't disappoint, put on your face-hugger protective gear... and come geek out with us!
Aaron on Twitter: @_CorporalHicks
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2020-04-261h 18MechaDragon43. 12 Monkeys (1995)Descend into the "tinfoil rabbit-hole" with Will & Jes, and guests Captain Raine & Jamye, as they navigate the marvelous madness of "12 Monkeys." Free will, time travel, insanity, power -- join us for a deep dive into these and more.
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2020-04-221h 41MechaDragon42. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005)For our 42nd episode, Will & Jes discuss "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" with returning guest Jamye and new guest Captain Raine. Hilarity abounds as we search for the meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything. 42!
"So Long and Thanks for All the Fish" song: written by composer Jobie Talbot, conductor Christopher Austin, and director Garth Jennings; performed by the Tenebrae Choir.
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2020-04-141h 30MechaDragon41. Labyrinth (1986)This episode is dedicated to the late Terry Jones, who (among his many accomplishments) wrote the screenplay for the topic of Will & Jes's conversation: LABYRINTH, the 1986 cult classic starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie. Topics include: the film's appeal to all age groups; the power of nostalgia; use of fantasy tropes to tell a very original "coming of age" story; the deep mythic and psychological underpinnings of Labyrinth's themes of growing up; celebrity deathmatch: Jareth the Goblin King vs. Freddy Kreuger... and much more.
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2020-01-291h 19MechaDragon40. R2D2 vs. The WorldIn this episode, Will & Jess are joined by special guest Bob the Computer Super-Geek to ask the question: What if R2D2 had to fight various other fictional robots? What would happen? Who would win? Come geek out with us in this rather whimsical episode to find out how R2 would fare against Maximillian, Johnny Five, the T-800 and T-1000 (Terminators), WALL-E, Data, Bender, Winona-droid from Alien: Resurrection, ED-209, and more!
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2020-01-221h 03MechaDragon39. Top Five Star Wars VillainsWill & Jes each list their TOP 5 STAR WARS VILLAINS, and discuss why each villain made the list at that ranking. Character backgrounds, villainous style, and much more are examined as we rank the biggest bads in the galaxy far, far away. Come geek out with us!
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2020-01-2058 minMechaDragon38. The Mandalorian: REDEMPTION (s01e08)SPOILERS! Will and Jes discuss the season 1 final chapter of THE MANDALORIAN: REDEMPTION. Topics include: the comedic genius of director Taika Waititi; the spaghetti western DNA of the show; Will rants about manufactured outrage in the fandom; Will future seasons divide the fanbase?; how the show maintains the underdog status of characters like Mando and Cara Dune, even though they're hardcore badasses. And more!
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2020-01-0650 minMechaDragon37. New STAR WARS ShowsWill & Jes welcome Clay (from the Two Dads Review podcast) and Mike (from the Boston Harbor Horror podcast) for this special edition of MechaDragon, where we pitch new live-action STAR WARS television shows! If you're a Star Wars fan, come geek out with us for a truly special and extra-fun episode.
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2020-01-011h 29MechaDragon36. The Mandalorian: THE RECKONING (s01e07)SPOILERS! Will & Jes discuss Chapter 7 of THE MANDALORIAN: THE RECKONING. Topics include: How much time has passed since the first episode, and why the so-called "filler" episodes were good for the story; Cara Dune returns; can Carga be trusted now?; Baby Yoda goes to the Dark Side; the reformed IG-11; What IS a Moff?; the Moff troopers -- was that beskar?; mourning Kuiil; predictions for the season finale -- and much more!
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2019-12-2738 minMechaDragon35. The Mandalorian: THE PRISONER (s01e06)SPOILERS! Will and Jes discuss Chapter 6 of THE MANDALORIAN: THE PRISONER. Topics include: dropping on Friday the 13th and this episode's horror genre elements; excellent dramatization of exposition & backstory; the band of misfit mercs; Xi'an and the Mandalorian's backstory; worldbuilding between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens; well-deserved comeuppance; Baby Yoda and practical effects vs. digital effects; "filler" episodes = bad??
This and much more. Come geek out with us!
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2019-12-2647 minMechaDragon34. Gremlins (1984)In this Christmas edition of MechaDragon, Will & Jes revisit the 1984 fantasy/black comedy/horror classic: GREMLINS! Topics include: movie trivia; the weird originality of GREMLINS; how the film helped create the PG-13 rating; balancing black comedy, fantasy, fairy tale, horror, cheesy small-town Christmastime tropes, and gratuitous violence; Chris Columbus's plans for Gremlins 3 -- and the question on everyone's mind... Alien vs. Gremlins: who would win?
Come geek out with us for that and so much more -- including our first geeky giveaway!!
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2019-12-2559 minMechaDragon33. Rise of Skywalker SPOILERS DiscussionWill & Jes get into a spoiler-heavy discussion of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER.
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2019-12-241h 23MechaDragon32. Rise of Skywalker - No-Spoiler Review & DiscussionIn this NO-SPOILERS episode, Will & Jes review the long-anticipated conclusion to the Skywalker Saga: STAR WARS: RISE OF SKYWALKER -- and discuss their reactions to the movie.
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2019-12-2418 minMechaDragon31. Rise of Skywalker THEORIESThe Prophecy. The Chosen One. Rey's origin. Kylo's destiny. How is Palpatine alive, what are his plans, and how does he fit into this final chapter of the Skywalker Saga? Will Anakin return? How will the conflict between the Resistance and the New Order conclude? Who IS Dark Rey, anyway? What's going on with C3P0's red eyes? Will balance finally come to the Force?
Put on your tinfoil hats, because we're in full theory mode BEFORE seeing STAR WARS: RISE OF SKYWALKER this upcoming weekend.
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2019-12-181h 25MechaDragon30. HALOIn this episode, Will & Jes are joined by Eric Hanson of Screenhub Entertainment and Dustin Murphy for a deep-dive into HALO -- the game, the story, the legend. Topics include: what made the game stand out at initial release; our favorite characters; the SPARTAN Program; themes of religious extremism & indoctrination; why the story is compelling; why the game remains so popular and has spawned so much additional content; what impacted us the most in Halo; and so much more!
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2019-12-1759 minMechaDragon29. Fantastic TTRPGs and How to Play ThemKeeper Susannah of the Thornvale actual-play podcast joins Cap'n Will for an in-depth discussion about Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPGs). Hear our passion! Topics include: the memories we make and why they stick with us; how D&D prepared Will for college; how TTRPGs help writers and how writing skills can help you play; dealing with "murder hobo" PCs; character death: striking the right balance between fun and creating tension; the fun of critical failures & character weaknesses; min/maxing; balancing fun with stakes (a.k.a. when & when not to kill PCs); tips for creating characters that are fun to...
2019-12-101h 16MechaDragon28. The Mandalorian: THE GUNSLINGER (s01e05)SPOILERS! Will, Jess, & returning guest Cami discuss episode 5 of THE MANDALORIAN: THE GUNSLINGER. Topics include: a kinder, gentler, less racist Mos Eisley; the current state of the Empire; the "foie gras" of Mos Eisley; The Mandalorian's parenting skills; Baby Yoda's verisimilitude; implications the Mandalorian might end up going to KAMINO... and much more. Also: Who's the mystery figure tracking the M & Baby Yoda?? And: How might THE MANDALORIAN tie into RISE OF SKYWALKER??
Come geek out with us to find out!
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2019-12-0951 minMechaDragon27. The Mandalorian: THE SIN + SANCTUARY (s01e03+e04)SPOILERS AHEAD in this installment about episodes 3 and 4 of THE MANDALORIAN! Topics include: Density of storytelling in The Mandalorian; predictions about what the Client wants with Baby Yoda; unifying the Star Wars fandom; well-written female characters; romance shomance; ways the show connects to the larger Star Wars universe/setting/galaxy. Also: Connections to the prequel trilogy: What does Dr. Pershing have to do with the cloning labs on Kamino? Why is episode 3 titled "THE SIN"? What IS that sin? How hard would it be to raise a child for hundreds of years? What makes us root for the Mandalorian...
2019-12-031h 12MechaDragon26. BONUS: How JOKER Will Change Superhero MoviesBONUS MINISODE! Captain Will has some thoughts about how JOKER could change superhero movies for the foreseeable future.
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2019-11-2507 minMechaDragon25. The Mandalorian: THE CHILD (s01e02)SPOILERS AHEAD. This episode about "The Child," the 2nd episode of THE MANDALORIAN! Theories on Baby Yoda's origin. What is the Client's (Werner Herzog's) interest in the baby? Was all the episode's action satisfying? Will the Mandalorian turn in the child or protect it? Are Jawas a spacefaring civilization? What species is Baby Yoda, and what's his or her origin? What importance does the child hold for the future of The Mandalorian, and for Star Wars in general?
Come geek out with us to find out -- and don't miss The Dark Nerd's alternate plot synopsis of the episode.
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2019-11-2146 minMechaDragon24. The Mandalorian - EPISODE 1Will & Jes discuss THE MANDALORIAN with fellow Star Wars geek Cami. We start with a very brief NON-Spoiler review, followed by a spoiler-heavy discussion. Topics include: The Mandalorian himself, Mandalorian history tidbits, influence of Westerns and samurai movies on the show, commodes in Star Wars, favorite moments from the show, the honor of a bounty hunter, that Armorer scene, the sound of a Hutt bounty hunter, IG-11's alter ego, plenty of [REDACTED], and much more!
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2019-11-1947 minMechaDragon23. Joker (2019)Season 3 of MechaDragon begins with an in-depth discussion of JOKER, with returning guest Eric Hanson. We start with a very brief NON-Spoiler review, followed by a spoiler-heavy discussion. Topics include: Sympathy for the devil (how the movie generates empathy for one of the most iconic supervillains of all time); Joker controversy and how the film portrays violence; gritty realism in a comic book movie; thoughts on the film's social commentary and how it resonates worldwide; and much more. Also: Is the movie a definitive origin for the Joker? What ACTUALLY happened and what was just in his head? Will...
2019-11-181h 13
How Stories Work with Jay ShererConcepts that sell, like Miles Morales as Spider-Man - Why It Works
WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT by Karl Iglesias - Chapter 3, Part 1
Concepts that Sell - Like Miles Morales as Spider-Man - But Why?
On today's episode:
Mike Roe: screenwriter and journalist at LAist
Will Marlowe: screenwriter, film school faculty member, and host of the Mechadragon podcast
...and Jay Sherer: author of the time travel novel, TIMESLINGERS
We dig deeper into Karl Iglesias's book, WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT. Using Karl's thoughts as a jumping off point, we discuss the techniques writers use to elicit emotions, and the importance of emotion in storytelling.
This week, it...
2019-11-1449 minHow Stories Work with Jay ShererHow to Write Story Concepts--Like Jurassic Park!--That Sell
WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT by Karl Iglesias - Chapter 3, Part 1
How to Write Story Concepts--Like Jurassic Park!--That Sell...
On today's episode:
Mike Roe: screenwriter and journalist at LAist
Malissa White: author of the comic books SOUNDBOX and NIGHTMARE and host of the Comic Creators Club podcast
Will Marlowe: screenwriter, film school faculty member, and host of the Mechadragon podcast
...and Jay Sherer: author of the time travel novel, TIMESLINGERS
We dig deeper into Karl Iglesias's book, WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT. Using Karl's thoughts as a jumping off point, we discuss the techniques writers use t...
2019-11-071h 03How Stories Work with Jay Sherer3 Types of Emotions Storytellers Make Us Feel and How to Use Them in YOUR WritingWRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT by Karl Iglesias - Chapter 1
3 Types of Emotions Storytellers Make Us Feel and How to Use Them in YOUR Writing...
On today's episode:
Mike Roe: screenwriter and journalist at LAist
Malissa White: author of the comic books SOUNDBOX and NIGHTMARE and host of the Comic Creators Club podcast
Will Marlowe: screenwriter, film school faculty member, and host of the Mechadragon podcast
...and Jay Sherer: author of the time travel novel, TIMESLINGERS
...all dig deeper into Karl Iglesias's book, WRITING FOR EMOTIONAL IMPACT. Using Karl's thoughts as a jumping off point...
2019-10-311h 15MechaDragon22. The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (Season 1)22. The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (Season 1)
In this episode, Will & Jess bring back ScreenHub film critic Eric Hanson for a deep dive into the THE DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE, the prequel series to the 1982 cult classic movie, The Dark Crystal. Topics include: Elevating the art of puppetry to a whole new level; the show's exquisite artistry; Eric's spot-on impression of SkekLach/The Collector; why the show shouldn't go beyond 5 or 6 seasons, in-depth examination & analysis of the characters, empathizing with puppets, how Age of Resistance turns classic fantasy tropes on their heads in...
2019-09-181h 42MechaDragon21. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)Film nerds rejoice! On this episode: ONCE UPON A TIME... IN HOLLYWOOD! Will & Jess bring in ScreenHub film critic Eric Hanson for a deep-dive into the 9th film from Quentin Tarantino, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood". Topics include: What makes this one of the best films of 2019; The film as a fairy tale; Who inspired DiCaprio's character, Rick Dalton; History vs. events as depicted in the film; Tarantino's payback on the Manson family; The scene that will go down in film history forever. How is the "Once" Tarantino's version of a Disney movie? Does Tarantino have a foot f...
2019-09-111h 31MechaDragon20. The Dark Crystal (1982)In preparation for the upcoming show, "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance" on Netflix, Will & Jes delve into the 1982 classic that started it all: Jim Henson's "The Dark Crystal." What makes the story so powerful? How well does it hold up after 37 years, and why? What's it like to watch it for the first time, as a child, in the current age of the MCU and ubiquitous big-budget blockbusters? Why are the Teletubbies as frightening (yet infinitely worse entertainment) as the Skeksis? How is "The Dark Crystal" like "The Catcher in the Rye"? How does the film appeal to...
2019-08-291h 14MechaDragon19. Will Spider-Man Leave the MCU? + D23 MCU NewsWill & Jes discuss the recent Spider-Man debacle + the latest news (from D23) about the MCU's future. What's going on with the Sony/Disney+Marvel standoff? What does it mean for Spider-Man? Is Peter Parker exiting the MCU? Other topics include: New Marvel shows announced for Disney+, more details about the already-announced titles (like WandaVision as a 1950's sitcom that enters the Twilight Zone), some Star Wars tidbits, and more!
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2019-08-2837 minMechaDragon18. The Future of the MCU & How Endgame Sets It UpSpecial guests Jay Sherer (of The Story Geeks Podcast) & Eric Hanson (of ScreenHub Entertainment) join Will & Jes for an insightful & in-depth discussion of what lies in store for the future of the MCU. Topics include a few further thoughts on Endgame & how it sets up the next phase of the MCU, smart Hulk's missed opportunities, how the Marvel Studios Disney+ show "WandaVision" could set up the Lovecraftian Dr. Strange sequel, some details & theories re: every upcoming Marvel Studios production, what Hulk has in common with Jack Ryan, Pam Greer's connection to Ant-Man, and much more. Follow us on Twitter...
2019-08-211h 35MechaDragon17. Spider-Man: Far From Home - SPOILERS DiscussionCap'n Geek & the Dark Nerd are back with a spoilers-heavy discussion of Spider-Man: Far From Home. Topics include movie highlights, why Mysterio is a great supervillain for our times, the unexpected depth of the movie's themes, the multiverse (according to Mysterio vs. clues in this movie & others), the über-talented Zendaya, Peter's journey & connection with Tony Stark, and more!
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2019-08-1454 minMechaDragon16. Spider-Man: Far From Home NON-SPOILER REVIEWIn this NO-SPOILERS episode, Will & Jes review Spider-Man: Far From Home, the MCU's 1st post-Endgame movie.
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2019-08-0726 minMechaDragon15. Aliens, UFOs in Congress, Bob Lazar Documentary, & Alien MoviesALIENS & UFOs!! Will & Jes discuss the recent news that U.S. Senators were briefed on intensifying UFO activity, and the first-ever government release of actual UFO/UAP footage. Are they alien craft or secret experimental Navy aircraft? Also discussed: Do we believe in aliens? The surprisingly compelling Netflix documentary, "Bob Lazar: Area 51 & Flying Saucers". And finally, Captain Geek & the Dark Nerd go through their list of the best movies & TV shows featuring aliens & UFOs.
CNN Interview with Luis Elizondo
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2019-07-311h 36MechaDragon14. What Jon Did – Game of Thrones S08E16Will and Jes discuss the series finale of Game of Thrones. (SPOILERS!) Were the writers “lazy?” How smart are dragons, anyway? And what’s the real difference between Jon & Daenerys? Also discussed are the rumored spinoff shows. Join us for the final episode in our Game of Thrones series. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow and if you have any comments, email us at MechaDragonShow@gmail.com.
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2019-05-231h 12MechaDragon13. Did Game of Thrones Earn Daenerys’s “Madness”? (S08E05, The Bells)Will & Jess discuss the latest episode of GoT with Deanna, and go in-depth on (SPOILERS!) Daenerys’s descent into so-called “madness”. Was it set up properly, has she always been headed for this, or do the show’s writers fundamentally misunderstand her character? Join us for our most passionate discussion yet. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow and email us with your comments at MechaDragonShow@gmail.com.
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2019-05-161h 20MechaDragon12. Is Daenerys Becoming a Tyrant? Game of Thrones (E08E04)Will & Jes go in-depth on the Game of Thrones episode “The Last of the Starks” with guest Deanna, a.k.a. the ‘Dame of Thrones’. Spoiler alert! Check out the Dame’s GoT blog at: https://choupetit.tumblr.com – and follow MechaDragon on Twitter @MechaDragonShow. Email us with your comments at MechaDragonShow@gmail.com.
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2019-05-081h 08MechaDragon11. Star Wars Day, May 4th 2019Happy Star Wars Day! May the 4th — and the Force — be with you. In this episode, Will tells the story of how he met both R2D2 and Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) in person; Will & Jes talk about what Star Wars means to them, discuss the latest Star Wars Episode IX trailer, and pay their respects to the late Peter Mayhew, who played Chewbacca. (ADVISORY: Jes’s mic went out for about one second a couple of times… apologies for that!) Follow us on Twitter at @MechaDragonShow or email us at MechaDragonShow@gmail.com.
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2019-05-0457 minMechaDragon10. Game of Thrones (S08E03) DiscussionJoin Will & Jes for this –GAME OF THRONES- episode, wherein they discuss the third episode of the Final Season, “The Long Night”. Spoiler alert! There’s so much to discuss about Battle of Winterfell.
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2019-05-0145 minMechaDragon9. Avengers Endgame SPOILERS DiscussionCaptain Geek (Will) and The Dark Nerd (Jes) get into a spoiler-heavy discussion of Avengers: Endgame. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-301h 50MechaDragon8. Avengers Endgame – No-Spoiler Review & DiscussionIn this NO-SPOILERS episode, Captain Geek (Will) & The Dark Nerd (Jes) review the long-anticipated Avengers: Endgame and discuss their reactions to the movie. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow.
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2019-04-2919 minMechaDragon7. Game of Thrones (S8 E2) DiscussionJoin Will & Jes for this –GAME OF THRONES- minisode, wherein they discuss the first two episodes of the Final Season… but mostly the 2nd episode, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”. Spoiler alert! Now that winter has come, this is but the first in a series of podcast episodes about GoT.
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2019-04-2332 minMechaDragon6. Avengers Endgame THEORIESWill & Jes are back with geek-tastic guest Jamye to talk Avengers: Endgame theories, which hits theaters in less than two weeks. Spoiler warning! The discussion ranges from our own theories to those that have raged across the internet ever since Infinity War broke our hearts (in the best possible way), to what we’d like to see and our predictions for the movie. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-151h 24MechaDragon5. SHAZAM! Review & DiscussionCaptain Geek (Will) and the Dark Nerd (Jes) are back with a non-spoilery review of SHAZAM! followed by a spoiler-filled review & discussion of the movie. Will & Jes also discuss how Shazam used to be named Captain Marvel, and the convoluted history of how characters in Marvel comics ended up with the name instead of Billy Batson’s superhero alter-ego. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-101h 10MechaDragon4. Captain Marvel – Spoiler ReviewCaptain Geek (Will) and the Dark Nerd (Jes) talk once again with super-nerd guest Jamye to get the woman’s point-of-view in their spoiler-heavy review and in-depth discussion about Captain Marvel, based on the Marvel comic. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-011h 03MechaDragon3. Captain Marvel Non-Spoiler Review + Interstellar TravelCaptain Geek (Will) and the Dark Nerd (Jes) chat with super-nerdy guest Jamye to get the woman’s point-of-view in this no-spoilers review of Captain Marvel, based on the Marvel comic. Will & Jess also discuss interstellar travel, and why it might be closer to reality than you think. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-0145 minMechaDragon2. Alita: Battle Angel – Spoiler ReviewJoin Captain Geek (Will) and the Dark Nerd (Jes) for a spoiler-heavy review & detailed discussion of Alita: Battle Angel, based on the Battle Angel manga by Yukito Kishiro. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-0157 minMechaDragon1. Alita Non-Spoiler Review + Space ElevatorsJoin Captain Geek (Will) and the Dark Nerd (Jes) for a no-spoilers review of Alita: Battle Angel, based on the Battle Angel manga by Yukito Kishiro. Will & Jess also discuss space elevators, and how they relate to Alita: Battle Angel. Follow us on Twitter @MechaDragonShow
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2019-04-0145 min