Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is set to hit theaters soon and kick off Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While the Ant-Man movies have typically been, pun intended, smaller films within the MCU, this third chapter in the series is set to be a major event film and will introduce audiences to Kang the Conqueror, who will be a major threat across the Multiverse Saga. Anticipation is high so we thought we would give you the complete history of both ANT-MAN and THE WASP in a MEGA EPISODE!
GHL 444 - Best of 2022
Time for the Mind University to give our thoughts on the year that was 2021! What are Jason and Ashley's choices for the Best Movies, TV, and comics? SPOILER WARNING for 2021 movies and shows.
GHL 443 - The Doctor Strange Holiday Special 2022
Doctor Strange and Clea, the new sorcerer supreme, hijack our podcast to fix the magical recession and kidnap one of the most famous men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, Tex Willerman and Kurt Wagner debut their new podcast. And special guest Omar Najam joins us too! https://twitter.com/OmarNajam
Happy Holidays ya'll!
GHL 442 - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
We’re discussing The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers for its 20th anniversary. The Two Towers is the second film in director Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy epic. It was released on December 18 2002. Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) form an uneasy alliance with Gollum (Andy Serkis) on their journey to destroy the Ring in the sequel to The Fellowship of the Ring. Special guest and GHL Research assistant Diego Nunez joins us for this episode.
GHL 441 - The Muppet Christmas Carol - FOR REAL THIS TIME
The Muppet characters, not Batman, tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser's, not Max Schreck, redemption on Christmas Eve. A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, not the Penguin, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and future and not Catwoman.
Special Guest Film Critic William Bibbiani joins the pod this week - https://twitter.com/WilliamBibbiani
GHL 440 - The Muppet Christmas Carol
Jason and Ashley celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the best Christmas Movie ever made! The monstrous Scrooge, who lives in the sewers beneath London, joins up with wicked shock-headed businessman The Ghost of Christmas Past to topple Kermit the Frog once and for all. But when Ghost's timid assistant, Rizzo, finds out, and The Ghost tries to kill him, he is transformed into the sexy Rat Puppet. He teams up with Scrooge and The Ghost to destroy Kermit, but sparks fly unexpectedly when he confronts the Green Crusader. That's the synopsis of this movie, right?
GHL 439 - Death of Superman with Charlie Stickney
In Superman #75, published on November 17, 1992, the unthinkable happened: Superman, the standard bearer for the comic book superhero, died. Obviously, in the world of comic books, he improved. But the “Death of Superman” brought him the most media attention he had received in years. We’re going to examine the event that changed comic books forever with special guest Charlie Stickney - https://twitter.com/CharlesStickney!
GHL 438 - Dora Milaje (Black Panther Wakanda Forever)
The Dora Milaje, the Black Panther's loyal retinue, was introduced to Marvel fans in Captain America: Civil War. Since then, they have caught our attention. As John Walker learned most recently in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Wakandan warriors are badass. In this podcast, we'll reveal some of the Dora Milaje's tantalizing secrets, from their debut in the 1990s to their appearance in the upcoming Black Panther film Wakanda Forever.
GHL 437 - Ironheart - Riri Williams
Riri Williams is a gifted engineer who possesses a genius-level intellect. Her armor rivals Tony Stark's own advanced suit, and she has his digitized consciousness as an AI to guide and mentor her. Now, Ironheart will appear in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever before starring in her own show. In order to get a better idea of what Disney+ has instore for us, let's meet the genius teen. Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521
GHL 435 - Black Panther
RECAST: Learn all about the KING of Wakanda before Black Panther Wakanda Forever! We'll retell the origin of T'Challa before he arrives in his first solo movie, Black Panther. (Episode originally aired Feb 2018).
GHL 434 - Black Adam
What made Teth Adam, soon to be played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a major motion picture, go from a villain who appeared only once during the 1940s to one who changed the hierarchy of the DC Universe? Let’s dig deep into the history of Black Adam, Shazam’s greatest foe!
GHL 433 - Doctor Fate
It’s Fate. Doctor Fate. A classic character from the Golden Age of Comics is making his way into the modern DC Extended Universe in The Rock's upcoming Black Adam. In his form-fitting blue bodysuit and flowing yellow cape, this founding member of the Justice Society of America is instantly recognizable. But who is Kent Nelson, a.k.a. Doctor Fate? Meet the character Pierce Brosnan will be portraying alongside Dwayne Johnson in the film.
GHL 432 - Best Alfred Pennyworth Stories
No other member of the Batman family is as loyal and dedicated to the Dark Knight's mission as his faithful father figure and butler, Alfred Pennyworth. To celebrate the return of Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman's Butler -- we bring you -- the best Alfred Pennyworth stories!
GHL 430 - Best Multiverse Versions of Batman
There are a bunch of versions of Batman in the Multiverse, like every DC hero. Several of them keep the Caped Crusader's heroic elements and moral stance. Others present in a corrupted alternative form, sometimes presenting as a terrifying supervillain. There are other versions of the Dark Knight, like one where he's a notorious pirate and another where he's an unexpected Soviet enemy in the 1950s. It's time to fall into the multiverse of DC Comics and explore the best multiverse versions of Batman!
GHL 429 - Superior Spider-Man
After Peter Parker's death at the "Dying Wish" storyline's climax in The Amazing Spider-Man #700, Otto Octavius (Doctor Octopus) has implanted his mind into Peter's body, determined to prove himself the "Superior" Spider-Man by being both a better superhero and person than Parker ever could be! Let's dive deep into the web of the Spider-verse to learn his history!
GHL 428 - Star Trek: Lower Decks
Star Trek: Lower Decks focuses on the support crew serving on one of Starfleet's least important ships, the USS Cerritos, in 2380. Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford and Tendi must keep up with their duties and their brand new third season. GHL is here to open the hailing frequencies back to the Alpha Quandrant. Make sure your holodeck is primed to watch this show!
GHL 427 - The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings," The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power takes viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin and the unlikely heroes of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth were tested. We're here to dive into the libraries of Numenor to break it down for all of you.
GHL 425 - She-Hulk (Recast)
She's Bruce Banner's cousin, but how much do we know about the She-Hulk? She-Hulk has been an Avenger, a member of the Fantastic Four, and now she's the subject of a Geek History Lesson and star of her first live-action TV Show!
GHL 424 - Best Spider-Man Villains
Whether it is the maniacal Green Goblin or the dark symbiote Venom, comic book fans have debated which Spider-Man villain rules the multiverse. This is our time to take a step onto the spiderweb and declare who are the best Spider-Man villains of all time!
GHL 422 - DC League of Super Pets
The stars of the new movie DC's League of Super Pets are usually called the Legion of Super Pets in the Comics. We're here to reveal their Comics history and tell you which of them is the "bestest boy."