The Black Variant: Issue #32 (Hot Topic Joker)
X & Van react to the end of "Three Jokers," and more Joker related news.
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 13 min
The Black Variant
Excelsior B*tches! Welcome to The Black Variant! A podcast focused on nerd culture—spanning the universe of comics to the silver screen, hosted by the unfiltered, irreverent duo of X and Van. Every week a new deep dive into the world of comic books and super hero movies.
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Episodes
The Black Variant: Issue #31
Make Superheroes Great Again?
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 9 min
The Black Variant: Issue #30 (Too Many Chefs)
A tale of many Spider-Men.
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr
The Black Variant: Issue #29 (You Clowns In Trouble)
DC's Joker War comes to an end, as X & Van review its final issue on this latest episode.
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 6 min
The Black Variant: Issue #28 (We Wuz Kangs)
X & Van talk about Watchmen's dominance at the Emmys in this episode.
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 21 min
The Black Variant: Issue #27 (HARLEY w/ Jeff J)
There's something about Harley (Quinn).
Sep 24, 2020•56 min
The Black Variant: Issue #26 (A Bryan Hill Joint)
Acclaimed comic writer Bryan Edward Hill joins X & Van in this latest episode.
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 22 min
The Black Variant: Issue #25 (Accountability > Entertainment)
TBV recaps John Boyega speaking his mind on "Star Wars" and Ray Fisher putting the pressure on Warner Bros.
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min
The Black Variant: King (One Shot)
R.I.P. Chadwick Boseman
Sep 03, 2020•26 min
The Black Variant: Quarterly #2 (Rebirth of Cool)
X and Van talk about DC's Fandome event, with reviews of the new content and trailers that came out of it.
Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 22 min
The Black Variant: Issue #24 (Grand Opening, Grand Closing)
X & Van's predictions on DC Fandome, and the upcoming Avengers game are the highlights of this week's episode.
Aug 20, 2020•57 min
The Black Variant: Issue #23 (The Cat)
Zoe Kravitz extending the Batman Universe leads off this week's episode of The Black Variant.
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 3 min
The Black Variant: Issue #22 (Up In The Sky)
As the Superman touches down once again, X & Van talk #JusticeCon, the Tom King/Jae Lee feud, the upcoming "Batman: Death in the Family", and more on #TheBlackVariant.
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 13 min
The Black Variant: Issue #21 (Demon In A Quinjet)
This week on #TheBlackVariant: X & Van talk Tony Stark throwing the Marvel Universe in chaos, plus the latest DCEU updates, Constantine on HBO Max(?), and more.
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 6 min
The Black Variant: Issue #20 (Black In Gotham)
On the latest issue of The Black Variant, X & Van talk the casting of Javicia Leslie as the new CW's new Batwoman, HBO Max's new GCPD series, the expansion of Pattinson's Gotham, and more this week on #TheBlackVariant
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 12 min
The Black Variant: Issue# 19 (The Clown Prince of Cash)
On the latest episode of The Black Variant, X & Van return to discuss the bravery of Ray Fisher, the latest events in #Batman, new DCEU projects, and more.
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 9 min
The Black Variant: Issue #18 (From The Shadows)
The World always needs a Batman. X & Van are joined by Justin Davis (@OGJohnny5) to discuss Michael Keaton’s return as The Caped Crusader in the upcoming Flash movie, the first look at Zack Snyder’s JL, and more!
Jun 25, 2020•1 hr 5 min
The Black Variant: Issue #17 (Super No More)
This week on The Black Variant; X & Van break down the importance of Superman in today's society, Miles Morales's #PS5 debut, DC's Fandome event, and more!
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 16 min
The Black Variant: Issue #16 (As The World Turns)
X & Van return to discuss the ongoing protests of the last week through the lens of Comics and Pop Culture. They also discuss the latest news about #TheBatman, #Batwoman, #Wandavision, and more.
Jun 11, 2020•51 min
The Black Variant: Quarterly #1 (A Return To The End)
X & Van are joined by Justin & Pat from LATE FEES to reminisce over AVENGERS: ENDGAME on its one year anniversary. Has their perception of the MCU changed? How has the end of the MCU's first major arc shaped the future of the way we consume Comic Book movies? Find out in this episode!
May 28, 2020•1 hr 10 min
The Black Variant (One Shot): Til' It's Spelled Backwards
Yes, it's real. Yes, it's coming. In a very special episode of The Black Variant, X & Van return to talk about the SHOCKING announcement that Zack Snyder's version of 'Justice League' is coming to HBOMAX in 2021. They talk about their reactions to the announcement, and what it means for the comic book movie world at large.
May 21, 2020•24 min
The Black Variant: Issue #15 (Gods Among Us)
X & @Van discuss DC's new film slate, HBO Max's new DC series, Daredevil's return to the MCU, the truth behind the #SnyderCut and preside over a new edition of #ReadAlong!
Apr 23, 2020•1 hr 7 min
The Black Variant: Issue #14 (Darkseid War)
X & Van are back with again as they celebrate the five year anniversary of Daredevil, discuss everything from #TheBatman to #Thor4, and revisit a modern classic in a new segment, called #ReadAlong.
Apr 16, 2020•56 min
The Black Variant: Issue #13 (NBA Damian Wayne)
On lucky Issue 13 on #TheBlackVariant, X & Van discuss the new MCU Schedule, a possible #Injustice movie, #BOP sequel plans, and a very special announcement.
Apr 09, 2020•53 min
The Black Variant: Episode 12 (Beige Adam)
As the #Roni brings the comic industry to a standstill, X & #an talk how comics will survive, how Comic Book Movies go on, and propose a potential cross over to save it all.
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 19 min
The Black Variant: Issue #11 (Quarantine Vibe Check
As the Rona infects just about everything, X & Van react to the live-action casting of #Ahsoka, discuss the near future of the MCU, and comic news on this issue of the #BlackVariant.
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min
The Black Variant: Issue #10 (The Mount Rushmore of Villains)
As Rona takes over the world, X & Van decide the MOUNT RUSHMORE of Villains, predictions for the upcoming Batman event JOKER WAR, and more comic news in Issue 10.
Mar 19, 2020•1 hr 3 min
The Black Variant: Issue #9 (Bat Ain't Dead)
#BatmanSZN continues as X & Van react to the unveiling of the Batmobile, the #GOTG join Thor: Love & Thunder, and the importance of the upcoming story: #ThreeJokers
Mar 11, 2020•59 min
The Black Variant: Issue #8 (Lone Star)
X & Van break down the new era of #StarWars, Bob Iger stepping down as Disney CEO, and the Disney+/Lizzie McGuire debacle and what it means for upcoming MCU projects.
Mar 04, 2020•55 min
The Black Variant: Issue #7 (Black Cap)
On the latest issue of The Black Variant, X & Van discuss Ben Affleck's revealing new interview where he describes his experience writing his version of THE BATMAN, a HUGE shake up in DC editorial, and an interesting addition to FALCON & WINTER SOLDIER.
Feb 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min
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