AC takes a trip to the pro wrestling conversation and he doesn’t go alone. Joined by Cameron Hawkins of The Ringer and Steve Jones Jr. of the Dunker’s Spot, the trio talk about everything going on in WWE and AEW and how the business has become so popular once again. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: youtube.com/mcuniversitypod Follow Cam: @ceehawk Follow Steve: @stevejones20 JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow th...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 19 min
A new superhero movie dropped this weekend to little fanfare, but that doesn't mean we're not discussing it. AC was unable to catch BLUE BEETLE in theaters, so Jake invited friend of the show Rod Morrow (The Black Guy Who Tips) on to break down what works about this fun and heartfelt origin story and how it differs from some of the missteps DC has taken in the past. Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 9 min
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/mcuniversitypod We've got a special conversation for y'all this week. AC and Jake sat down with EP of Meadowlark Media Mike Ryan Ruiz to discuss his recent issues with the direction of the MCU, how it should adjust going forward, and whether its current trajectory is salvageable at all. Follow Mike Ryan: @MichaelRyanRuiz Watch the Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz: https://www.youtube.com/ @LeBatardShow JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: ...
Aug 18, 2023•58 min
WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION TO SEE THE LIST AS IT IS UNVEILED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-pd2XLKfxM It's been a while (Staind voice) since we've ranked the films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and there are now 32! AC and Jake first go through their updated lists 32-1 and then unveil the compiled average of all FIFTY-TWO submitted fan ballots. Thanks for everyone who submitted! JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-univer...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 12 min
WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION: youtube.com/mcuniversitypod We've got our first trailer for season two of LOKI! Jake and AC got together quickly to talk what excited them from the trailer, what they're expecting, and of course the elephant in the room that is Jonathan Majors! SUBMIT YOUR MCU RANKINGS HERE: https://forms.gle/g88RvNwymT4xJTVP9 JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Inst...
Aug 03, 2023•18 min
Secret Invasion has come to a close, and we can’t say it came out great. Jake and AC are joined once again by Rod Morrow (The Black Guy Who Tips) to discuss how this show didn’t stick the landing, and all the missteps it took along the way. They also go into how this bodes for the future of the MCU, and the implications of the reveal about Rhodey. Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow t...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 23 min
I don't know if you've heard, but two big movies came out this weekend, and people made a big deal about seeing them together. Jake and friend of the show Michael Springthorpe did just that on Thursday night and got together to review both! OPPENHEIMER REVIEW STARTS AT 19:00 BARBIE REVIEW STARTS AT 1:24:00 For an extended version of this episode join our Patreon!: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod Follow Springthorpe: @springthorpeman BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-universi...
Jul 24, 2023•2 hr 26 min
The penultimate episode of Secret Invasion is upon us, and there's a lot to discuss. With Jake on assignment, AC is joined by friends of the show Cam Hawkins and Rod Morrow to break down the new revelations and what to expect for the finale. At the end, they discuss their first thoughts on the new series JUSTIFIED: CITY PRIMEVAL. Follow Cam: @ceehawk Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follo...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Secret Invasion trudges on, and so do we! The great Rod Morrow (the Black Guy Who Tips) is back with us to discuss how this show has handled race, where its shortcomings lie, and what we hope to see in the last two episodes. Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Don’t worry, we would never betray our listeners. AC and Jake welcome back Rod (The Black Guy Who Tips) to break down the third installment of SECRET INVASION! Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 4 min
We're bringing in the big guns to talk the latest installment of Secret Invasion! Co-authors of the upcoming book MCU: THE REIGN OF MARVEL STUDIOS Dave Gonzales & Joanna Robinson join the show to break down the new revelations and big conversations of episode two, and also discuss their process of researching and writing their book. PRE-ORDER THE BOOK: https://wwnorton.com/books/9781631497513 Follow Dave: @Da7e Follow Joanna: @jowrotethis JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MER...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Warning: one of the hosts of this show might be a Skrull. AC and Jake welcome friend and frequent guest Hunter Radesi to the program to explore the themes and moments from the first episode of SECRET INVASION. Oh, and we talk about the opening credits which can go straight to Hell. Follow Hunter: @hradesi14 JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min
It’s time once again to cover a DCEU movie, and this one has a lot to talk about. AC & Jake break down the good and the bad of THE FLASH, and how it is emblematic of the struggles Warner Bros. has had putting together their cinematic universe. JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min
We’ve got a grab bag of stuff for y’all this week! We’ve got some news about upcoming releases, some more Across the Spider-Verse talk, and questions about the upcoming premiere of SECRET INVASION! All with the great Dalbin Osorio! Follow Dalbin: @DA_Osorio JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min
A true masterpiece of the superhero movie genre was released last week. AC and Jake welcome Hunter Radesi and Rod (the Black Guy Who Tips) onto the program to break down how SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE web-slinged its way into the pantheon of superhero flicks. Follow Rod: @rodimusprime Follow Hunter: @hradesi14 JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @a...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 17 min
We’re opening up the mailbag and perusing the newspaper on this one! We’re taking questions on Guardians 3 characters, Fantastic Four prognostication, and more! Then we discuss the recent announcements regarding Loki and Echo! JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod (Twitter/Insta) Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
May 19, 2023•38 min
WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION TONIGHT! We’re going behind-the-scenes on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 by sitting down with three members of the art department! AC & Jake are joined by Samantha Avila (Art Director), Kristen Jenkins (Set Designer), and Christian Scheurer (Concept Artist) to delve into how the wonderful sets in the film came to be, their favorite details they added, and how A.I. may alter their industry. It’s a great conversation! Follow Christian on Instagram: @cscheurer2001 Chri...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 17 min
We’re covering a non-superhero movie as a bonus! Why? Because it’s a fun movie more people should see! Old co-host and good guy Jerome Cheng and writer (of the upcoming SPIDER-MAN’S BAD CONNECTION) Preeti Chhibber join the show to discuss the new and super exciting Pakistani-British comedy/action/sci-fi romp POLITE SOCIETY! Maar Dala - Devdas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY5pjZkKo5c Pre-order Preeti’s new book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/726043/spider-mans-bad-connection-by-pre...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 23 min
It’s time to face the music! Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 was released last week, and we have to discuss all the feelings and reactions it elicited. Anthony and Jake are joined by the great Cam Hawkins to break down the end of the Guardians trilogy! Follow Cam: @ceehawk JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
May 09, 2023•1 hr 18 min
It's superlatives season! AC and Jake are joined by Rod Morrow (writer for Game Theory with Bomani Jones & host of The Black Guy Who Tips podcast) to name their all-MCU (like all-NBA) selections, and compile the official list from community submissions! There are hijinks, voicemails, a discussion of the time Carmelo Anthony went to a bodega in his bathrobe. It's a great time! Follow Rod: @rodimusprime JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/mar...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 28 min
They dropped the first trailer for THE MARVELS, and so Jake had to call up friend of the show Dalbin Osorio to react to its vibes and details! Follow Dalbin: @da_osorio JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Apr 11, 2023•25 min
Huzzah! With AC still on paternity leave, Jake invited friend of the show Leah Marilla Thomas on to talk the new fantasy/adventure/comedy film DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES and how it is really good and you should see it! Spoilers inside! Follow Leah: @leahmarilla JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Apr 03, 2023•53 min
It's a special episode! For honestly no good reason at all, Jake welcomes the great Ryan Nanni (The Shutdown Fullcast) to talk the oft-forgotten, Tampa-set superhero film THE PUNISHER. Topics include Beef O' Brady's, the film Swordfish, Ben Foster doing too much. Follow Ryan: @celebrityhottub BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Let's get down to business! A superhero film entitled SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS hit cinemas last weekend and bombed, but it wasn't really that bad at all! Jake is joined by Rachel Leishman (The Mary Sue, Collider) to talk about the latest installment in the ever-shifting DCEU! Follow Rachel: @rachelleishman JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @...
Mar 21, 2023•49 min
We've got a special episode for you folks in honor of International Women's Month. Guest hosts Cecelia Alfonso-Stokes and Shivani Banfal reflect on their views on womanhood and how it affects the media they consume before turning to the ways the MCU (and other comic book media) has done well and poorly when it comes to representing women and their stories. Follow Cecelia: @ceceliamstokes1 Follow Shivani: @shivanibanfal JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypod Follow: @mcuniversitypod
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Is COCAINE BEAR a superhero movie? We say so! With AC away on paternity leave, Jake brings on Hunter Radesi and Kofie Yeboah to discuss the wild film COCAINE BEAR! Follow Hunter: @hradesi14 Follow Kofie: @kofie JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Feb 28, 2023•46 min
The first MCU project of 2023 is here! AC and Jake are joined by friends Howard Bryant and Anthony Mayes to discuss what worked and didn't work about Ant-Man's trip into the Quantum Realm. Tune in! Follow Anthony: @cornpuzzle Follow Howard (on IG): @howardbryantbooks JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Anthony and Jake recap the big superhero movie trailers that appeared during the Big Game and give their thoughts! JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie
Feb 14, 2023•31 min
With ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA just one week away, Jake and Anthony convene to recap where all of our main characters were at (literally and emotionally) the last time we saw them. They discuss possible storylines and what they're looking forward to most (other than Kang, obviously). JOIN OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/mcuniversitypod BUY MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/user/marvel-cinematic-university Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3 Follow Jake: @thejakechristie...
Feb 10, 2023•42 min
Anthony sits down with Samantha Avila, an Art Director with films such as SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME and GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3 on her resume. They talk how she came to be an art director, the unique demands of the job in terms of the MCU, and what lessons she's picked up along the way. JOIN OUR PATREON: patreon.com/mcuniversitypod Follow the show: @mcuniversitypod Follow AC: @anthonycanton_3
Jan 23, 2023•52 min
