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Talk From Superheroes

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Comedians Andrew Ivimey and Diana McCallum break down a different superhero movie or TV show every week, hilariously highlighting everything you never noticed in your favorite franchises.
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107: Pacific Rim (with Brendan McKeigan)

On this week's podcast we're drift compatible with guest Brendan McKeigan to talk about the 2013 movie Pacific Rim including how the drift completely makes sense and has no logical flaws, Charlie Hunnam's American accent, the delight that is Charlie Day, and better ways to close a dimensional breach. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www....

Jan 29, 20181 hr 14 minEp. 107

106: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001) (with Courtney Gilmour)

We're joined by guest Courtney Gilmour to talk about the 2001 masterpiece Lara Croft Tomb Raider. We talking about The Illuminati, Angelina Jolie's weird PR and transitioning to action, a young shirtless Daniel Craig, and what is even happening in this movie. Support Courtney 's GoFundMe at www.GoFundMe.com/DreamLeg The episode brought to you by Simple Contacts . Simple Contacts is a convenient way to renew your contact lens prescription and reorder your brand of contacts from anywhere, in minut...

Jan 22, 20181 hr 8 minEp. 106

105: Runaways

We're talking about the complete first season of Runaways. We talk about if these kids will ever really run away, how one of these plot lines is not like the others, who is the show about and is Gert the worst (yes Gert is definitely the worst). Today's episode brought to you by ZipRecruiter . ZipRecruiter has been used by businesses of ALL sizes and industries to find the most qualified job candidates with immediate results. ZipRecruiter posts your job to over one hundred of the web’s leading j...

Jan 15, 20181 hr 4 minEp. 105

104: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D Season 5

Join us for the 3rd and possibly final time we're talking about Marvel's Agents Of SHIELD on the podcast. SPOILER WARNING we're talking about Season 5, up to and including episode 6. We discuss the evolution of the characters on this show, who the lead is, what guns are made out of, and how this show could look better. This episode brought to you by Bombfell. Bombfell is an easier way for men to get better clothes. You complete a simple questionnaire and are then matched with a dedicated persona...

Jan 08, 20181 hr 10 minEp. 104

103: Doctor Who Christmas Special 2017

It's the holiday season and time for the Doctor Who Christmas special, and this one is extra special. It's the end of Peter Capaldi as the Doctor and the end of Steven Moffat as the show runner. So we're talking about the legacy of Moffat, Capaldi, terrible sound mixing, emotional manipulation, and if this is a fitting end to era. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check ou...

Jan 01, 20181 hr 12 minEp. 103

BONUS: Star Wars Episode 2 Attack of the Clones (with Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie)

It's a Christmas miracle, Talk From Superheroes and I Hate It But I Love are crossing over and covering the Star Wars prequels. We're joined by IHIBILI hosts Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie to talk about Episode 2 in this bonus episode. We break down the creepiest romance ever told, Jango Fett making up for Boba, and where was Obi-wan? Also, be sure you're subscribed to I Hate It But I Love It for our talk about Star Wars Episode 3 tomorrow. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independ...

Dec 26, 20171 hr 12 min

102: Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace (with Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie)

It's a Christmas miracle, Talk From Superheroes and I Hate It But I Love are crossing over and covering the Star Wars prequels. We're joined by IHIBILI hosts Kat Angus and Jocelyn Geddie to talk about Episode 1 including weird children racing pods, unnecessary amounts of laser walls and Qui-gon giving a big middle finger to Obi-wan that made us mad as hell. Tomorrow on a special Bonus episode we'll be talking about Star Wars Episode 2, and be sure you're subscribed to I Hate It But I Love It for...

Dec 25, 20171 hr 9 minEp. 102

101: Star Wars The Last Jedi

We're talking about Star Wars The Last Jedi in this family sized episode and spoilers are abound. Andrew and Diana are divided on this one, there's a lot we agree on (Shirtless Kylo Ren), and a lot we disagree on (also shirtless Kylo Ren), but if there's one lesson to learn from this movie, it's to never park illegally. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favou...

Dec 18, 20171 hr 53 minEp. 101

100: Star Wars The Force Awakens (with Ryan Belleville)

It's the 100th episode of Talk From Superheroes (and Andrew's birthday). So what better way to celebrate than with Star Wars. We're talking about Star Wars The Force Awakens with guest Ryan Belleville (actor, comedian, CBC's Working Moms). We break down why we love this movie, why some people don't, the trifecta of new characters, and how Emperor Snoke is definitely the Wizard Of Oz. A huge special thanks to this week's sponsor Songfinch. Songfinch is a personalized gifting platform that brings ...

Dec 11, 20171 hr 24 minEp. 100

99: The Punisher (Part 2)

This is Part 2 of our talk about the Netflix series The Punisher. SPOILER WARNING in this episode we talk about the entire series of The Punisher including hoping Frank doesn't sleep with Micro's wife, how art shouldn't have to solve society's problems, how Frank is a modern day Captain America, and we try to figure out the Madani problem. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and...

Dec 04, 20171 hr 20 minEp. 99

98: The Punisher (Part 1)

Welcome to part 1 of our dissection of the Netflix series The Punisher discussing episodes 1-7. We talk about how Frank is deeper than he looks, how Micro deserves better (and Frank deserves a sandwich), what the structure of an online series should be, and how the department of Homeland Security should have more than one case. This episode is brought to you by Dollar Shave Club makers of products for your hair, face, skin and shower. Get your DSC starter kit right now for just $5 and FREE SHIPP...

Nov 27, 20171 hr 22 minEp. 98

97: Justice League

It's time to unite the League and this week we're talking about the new DCEU project Justice League. We get into why CGI technology isn't capable of removing a moustache, superhero cameos, surprising emotions and laughs, and how to not do a post credit scene. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want access ...

Nov 20, 20171 hr 35 minEp. 97

96: The Punisher (2004)

The new Punisher Netflix series comes out next week and in preparation we're taking a dive back to 2004 to talk about Thomas Jane's The Punisher. A movie with John Travolta chewing the scenery and on a pipe that comes out of nowhere and an assassin that writes and performs a live song with every assassination attempt. This week's episode is brought to you in part by Hello Fresh ,a weekly recipe-kit delivery service where you choose delicious meals each week and they deliver them straight to your...

Nov 13, 20171 hr 24 minEp. 96

95: Thor Ragnarok (with Ian MacIntyre)

We're talking about Thor Ragnarok and are joined by long time friend of the podcast Ian MacIntyre (Writer, Comedian, Actor). We gush about this movie's great comedy, incredible action, and subtle storytelling, but are there missed opportunities and powerful themes that are not explored? Yes. But we don't really mind cause it's fricking awesome. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Te...

Nov 06, 20171 hr 30 minEp. 95

94: Thor: The Dark World (with Jon Blair)

To prepare for Ragnarok this week we're watching Thor: The Dark World, aka the second one. We're also joined by wonderful guest Jon Blair (comedian, writer, actor) and we discuss the the changes in the movie, Star Wars parallels, get off track talking about GI Joe, and Chris O'Dowd ... in space! Looking for the latest trends through great accessories? BaubleBar designs premium fashion jewelry and accessories that make it easy to experiment with fashion and style. With 1000's of styles and new ar...

Oct 30, 20171 hr 17 minEp. 94

93: Thor

We're getting ready for the release of Thor: Ragnarok so this week we're going back to where the series began with Thor. We're talking about proper British stage acting, Thor trying to be Iron Man, and the comedy in this movie we never appreciated. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want access to a specia...

Oct 23, 20171 hr 10 minEp. 93

92: Inhumans

We're talking about episodes 1 to 4 of Marvel's Inhumans. Which is a really fun show but in a very bad way. We get into what the hell these writers think a drug cartel is, why nobody has any powers, who the real villain of the show is, and how everybody is the worst. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want...

Oct 16, 20171 hr 12 minEp. 92

91: Star Trek Discovery

We're talking about Star Trek Discovery this week. SPOILER WARNING: We discuss up to and including episode 4. So hold onto the nearest console because we're going on a bumpy ride through space talking about poetic Klingons, good looks, and how every character is House MD. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com...

Oct 09, 20171 hr 6 minEp. 91

90: Kingsman The Golden Circle

We're talking about the new Kingsman: The Golden Circle. We discuss the cast changes, not enough Channing Tatum, another awkward sexual joke, and the deadliest weapon of them all... the rope dart. This episode brought to you by Bombfell. Bombfell is an easier way for men to get better clothes. You complete a simple questionnaire and are then matched with a dedicated personal stylist, with free shipping and returns, convenient home try-on and the ability to preview and edit your stylist’s picks e...

Oct 02, 20171 hr 22 minEp. 90

89: Kingsman The Secret Service (with Chris Wilson)

This week we're joined by special guest, comedian Chris Wilson (Of Sketch duo Peter 'n' Chris ), to talk about Kingsman The Secret Service. We discuss the butt stuff that is sometimes edited out, the incredible action, the butt stuff, the worst two way mirror ever, and the butt stuff. Check out Chris Wilson's Sketch Duo Peter 'n' Chris on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PeterNChrisComedy Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www...

Sep 25, 20171 hr 10 minEp. 89

88: Batman and Harley Quinn

We're talking about the DC animated movie Batman and Harley Quinn. We spend the whole episode talking about the handful of things that work in this, then the general confusion of what it's trying to be, and the uncomfortable sexual nature of it all. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want access to a speci...

Sep 18, 201752 minEp. 88

87: The Tick (2017)

This week we're talking about the new Amazon Prime original The Tick. SPOILER WARNING we talk about episodes 1 to 6 and we love it. We talk about why every version of The Tick has been different, the universe each character belongs in, and one great joke. This week's episode is brought to you in part by Hello Fresh , a weekly recipe-kit delivery service where you choose delicious meals each week and they deliver them straight to your door. Visit www.HelloFresh.com and use promo code superheroes3...

Sep 11, 20171 hr 11 minEp. 87

86: Game Of Thrones (with Faisal Butt)

We're talking about this past season of Game Of Thrones with special guest, comedian Faisal Butt . We're gonna break down the insanity of the Lord of Light, the quick travel that happens this season, and why Faisal is a house Bolton man and why that is terrifying. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want ac...

Sep 04, 20171 hr 26 minEp. 86

85: Defenders (Part 2)

Last week we talked about episodes 1-4 of The Defenders and this week we're finishing it up. Did the Defenders defend, did Danny do anything right, what the hell was Black Sky, what the point of Alexandra was, and WHAT WAS BLACK SKY?! SPOILER WARNING This podcast discusses episodes 5-8 of The Defenders and references the entire series and plot points of all the Marvel Netflix shows. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic....

Aug 28, 20171 hr 16 minEp. 85

84: The Defenders (Part 1)

Marvel's Netflix heroes have been united! Which means it's time to talk about The Defenders. We're gonna talk about the style of this show and if it's too much, Stick jumping to conclusions, how heroes should act when they bump into each other at a crime scene, and how immortals are liars. SPOILER WARNING This podcast discusses episodes 1-4 of The Defenders and references plot points of all the Marvel Netflix shows. This episode brought to you by Bombfell. Bombfell is an easier way for men to ge...

Aug 21, 20171 hr 19 minEp. 84

83: Scott Pilgrim Vs The World

We're talking about Scott Pilgrim Vs The World this week because it's the 7 year anniversary of the 7 evil exes. Talking about why Edgar Wright is Andrew's favourite director, what the lesson is here, and the INSANE number of future superheroes in this movie. Looking for a tee with the best nerdy designs by independent artists from around the web? Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee and check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.FromSuperheroes.com Want access ...

Aug 14, 20171 hr 9 minEp. 83

82: Atomic Blonde

Let's take a trip back to the Cold War and talk about spies, double agents, triple agents, and other hard to follow spy thriller stuff with this week's episode about Atomic Blonde. Which agent can be trusted, is this an action scene that will be talked about for years, amazing visuals, not so amazing plot points, and you won't believe the name of our lead character! This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon . For the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat p...

Aug 07, 20171 hr 10 minEp. 82

81: War For The Planet Of The Apes

It might mean the end of humanity because this week we're talking about War For The Planet Of The Apes. Some theories about how these movies tie-in to the original Ape films, the best way for humanity to die, convenient chain explosions, and doll quality. This episode is brought to you by TeePublic . Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst... they also have nerdy hoodies, sweaters, baseball tees and long sleeves. Check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.Fro...

Jul 31, 20171 hr 15 min

80: Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes (with Brendan McKeigan)

We're continuing our talk about the Planet of the Apes this week with Dawn of The Planet Of The Apes with guest, stand-up comedian, Brendan McKeigan . We discuss the terror that is Koba, the complications of Ape politics, why Gary Oldman should not believe in them, and how characters just disappear. This episode is brought to you by TeePublic . Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst... they also have nerdy hoodies, sweaters, baseball tees and long sleeves. Check o...

Jul 24, 20171 hr 18 min

79: Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes (with Ryan Dillon)

This month we're going to be taking you through the entire new Planet Of The Apes series and we're starting off with Rise Of the Planet Of The Apes with guest, comedian Ryan Dillon . We break down the acting of James Franco as best we can, the worst neighbor ever, the death of humanity off screen, and we create our own cross over film canon for the world that this takes place in. This episode is brought to you by TeePublic . Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst....

Jul 17, 20171 hr 26 min
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