It's the aftermath of Avengers: Endgame, and the world is now without Iron Man, Captain America, and Black Widow. Also, half the world just came back into existence five years after the Thanos snap. How is Peter Parker balancing being a superhero in the new world with being a regular teenager and without his mentor, Tony Stark? Does this movie improve on the first Spider-Man movie? What the heck are Michael and Gina going to do with their lives with no more MCU movies to review? (we don't actual...
Jan 09, 2021•52 min•Ep. 23
The last time we saw the Avengers, half of them had been turned to dust by Thanos, and now the rest of them get to deal with the aftermath. Michael and Gina somehow avoided the consequences of the snap and are here to discuss everything that happened in this movie, including he conclusion to so many of our heroes' story arcs. Also, just as Avengers: Endgame is the longest movie in the entire of MCU, this is the longest episode of the MGU. We hope you enjoy every minute.
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 22
At the end of Avengers: Infinity War, Nick Fury used his pager to send for help. Fury turned to dust, and the audience saw a symbol. Now we get to meet the hero behind the symbol. Michael and Gina discuss the first female-led superhero movie in the MCU and how she fits into the overall universe and she may be the answer the question, "So how are they going to beat Thanos?"
Dec 19, 2020•57 min•Ep. 21
Last time we heard from Scott Lang (Ant-Man), he was sitting in a prison for violating the Sakovia Accords. Because of his actions, Scott is now on house arrest, while Hank Pym and Hope Van Dyne (The Wasp) are on the run. No they're all back together to try and save Janet Van Dyne from the Quantum Realm. Like those characters, Michael and Gina are also back together to discuss this movie and answer several questions (poorly): What the hell are they talking about? Where is Thanos during all of th...
Dec 11, 2020•58 min•Ep. 20
We're in the home-stretch, and what better what to celebrate than another Avengers movie? We finally get to see Thanos in all of his evil glory, and it's up to all of our heroes--there are so many!!--to try and stop him before he gets all of the Infinity stones. Does he succeed in his quest? There's still four more movies, so what do you think? Michael and Gina discuss of all of this and so much more in what is our LONGEST EPISODE TO DATE. We hope you enjoy it!
Dec 04, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 19
We are 18 episodes in, and it's pretty clear from the beginning of this episode that Michael and Gina are pretty excited about watching Black Panther. The biggest question isn't whether or not they loved the movie--it's actually how much they loved it. So much in this movie to discuss, but there are some other things happening, too--Star Wars, classical composers as superheroes, Star Wars--check it out!
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 18
Michael and Gina discuss the third movie in the Thor trilogy--also known as the one without Jane Foster. The movie takes a hard left turn from previous, much darker installments--adding lots of humor and goofiness and unleashing Chris Hemsworth's comic side. ALSO HEY WE FINALLY HAVE A MARVEL VILLAIN THAT'S NOT A DUDE! Does all of this come together to make this Thor movie the best one yet, or is it more of the same? Find out on this episode of the MGU.
Nov 20, 2020•55 min•Ep. 17
After an appearance in Captain America: Civil War, Spider-Man now gets his own full-length feature film...for the sixth time. Rather than dealing with an enemy that is out to destroy the universe, we have the Vulture, who is selling alien technology left over from the big fight in NYC for a profit. Meanwhile, Peter Parker deals with all the stress of being a superhero and a teenager while trying to impress Tony Stark? Is he able to do all of these things AND get the girl in the end? Can a John H...
Nov 13, 2020•57 min•Ep. 16
Michael and Gina and the MCU return to space, and, once again, explore the strange world created by director James Gunn. This time, we meet Ego, played by Kurt Russell, who may or may not be more than he appears (SPOILER: he is!). So many things are discussed this episode--the character relationships, the magic of baby Groot, our favorite sequels, and...Sylvester Stallone. Check it out!
Oct 30, 2020•59 min•Ep. 15
In this episode, Michael and Gina explore the mystical world of Doctor Strange and the origin of the Sorcerer Supreme. Does this movie rise above the usual formulaic tropes of a Marvel origin story? Was Tilda Swinton a good casting choice for the Ancient One? Where the heck is Mads Mikkelsen from? We attempt to answer these questions, plus Michael and Gina have a little therapy session and discuss our feelings about magic. Anyway, a lot happens, and you should check it out.
Oct 23, 2020•59 min•Ep. 14
Michael and Gina finally return after a long hiatus, and they are ready to start Phase Three of the MCU! This week, Captain America and his new version of the Howlin' Commandos face off against Iron Man and his his band of merry people. Are there consequences, or does the eventual war between them remain...civil? What does this movie mean for the rest of Phase Three? Is the villain's evil scheme really to, yet again, split up the Avengers? And where the hell were Michael and Gina the last few we...
Oct 16, 2020•57 min•Ep. 13
After the over-the-top action of Avengers: Age of Ultron, the MCU shrinks down in scale a bit with Ant-Man. Is Ant-Man a worth installment in the MCU, or is it a movie that deserves to be squashed like a bug? Also, this movie marks the end of Phase 2 of the MCU. What did Michael and Gina think about Phase 2, and are they excited about what coming in Phase 3? Also, they answer your mail, dream about Paul Rudd, and remember the great Chadwick Boseman, star of Black Panther and so many other movies...
Sep 04, 2020•52 min•Ep. 12
The Avengers are back to save the world from evil again. This time they are up against an army of robotic James Spaders. Does this outing capture the magic of the first Avengers movie, or is it a big bloated mess? Maybe it's something in between? Also in this episode: Michael and Gina answer your questions, Michael tries to conquer the 24-second synopsis, once and for all, and we go all-in on the most important character in the Avengers...Hawkeye. Seriously...Hawkeye. Yep.
Aug 29, 2020•53 min•Ep. 11
Look, there's not a lot to say about this episode, except someone, maybe, did not like Guardians of the Galaxy as much as the rest of the world. Someone (we won't name names) is most certainly NOT Groot. But please listen to this episode anyway. We discuss the movie, do some listener mail, and, you know, other stuff. So check it out!
Aug 21, 2020•51 min•Ep. 10
Last time we checked on Captain America, Black Widow, and Nick Fury, they were saving New York City from the Chitauri in The Avengers. Now it's two years later, and we find Steve Rogers working for S.H.I.E.L.D. and trying to adjust to the modern world, while taking on a new(?) threat. Will Captain America save the day? Is this movie everything Thor: The Dark World was not? What the heck is Robert Redford doing in this movie. Michael and Gina will answer all of this AND MORE on this week's episod...
Aug 07, 2020•50 min•Ep. 9
When we last left Thor, he was bringing Loki back to Asgard to punish him for the destruction he helped cause in The Avengers. Also, Thor kinda just forgot about Jane Foster. Weird. Now the lovebirds reunite in Thor: The Dark World, considered by many to be one of the weaker MCU films. Do Michael and Gina agree with this assessment, or will this surpass all expectations due to an unbreakable bond between Thor and Jane and the sinister charisma of Loki? Find out in the latest episode! Also, we ap...
Jul 31, 2020•53 min•Ep. 8
Michael and Gina return from their short hiatus to dive into Phase 2 of the MCU and talk about the third installment of the Iron Man trilogy. Is it the best of the Iron Man films, or did it just slowly rust away? Plus Michael takes a stab at the 24-second synopsis, we answer questions from the mailbag, and one of us definitely thinks Guy Pearce is very handsome. All this and more on this week's episode.
Jul 17, 2020•51 min•Ep. 7
Michael and Gina have finally made it to the end of Phase 1 of the MCU! Will The Avengers live up to the hype? Was Joss Whedon the best person for the job of bringing a bunch of superheroes together without it feeling like a bloated disaster? Will Gina finally conquer the curse of the 23-second synopsis? Check out this episode now to get the answers to all of these questions.
Jun 26, 2020•45 min•Ep. 6
Michael and Gina take a deep dive into Captain America: The First Avenger, the last movie before we finally get to The Avengers. After flaming out in two Fantastic Four movies (because he played The Human Torch), does Chris Evans have what it takes to play the super soldier? Is Red Skull the most terrifying villain in the MCU so far? How giddy were Michael and Gina about this movie (SPOILER: very)? Also, we answer listener mail, Gina predicts Captain America's Newton-esque origin, and there is a...
Jun 19, 2020•45 min•Ep. 5
Michael and Gina continue their march toward the end of Phase 1 and take a look at Thor, the fourth movie in the MCU. Is the God of Thunder a worthy entry into the universe, or is it just a low-key (see what's happening there?) space-holder until we get to Avengers? As always, Gina makes terrible predictions, and we introduce a new segment where we answer listener mail. But what happens if no one writes? Find out in this week's episode!
Jun 12, 2020•44 min•Ep. 4
Michael and Gina explore the rip-roaring sequel to 2008's Iron Man. Will Robert Downey, Jr. remain the eye candy Gina so desires? Will Michael get any eye candy to call his own? What's the deal with Mickey Rourke's accent anyway? Will we use Gina's dog Charley as a blatant ploy to gain listeners through a silly contest based on a simple bark? Check out this week's episode as we answer all of these questions and more as we take a deep dive into Iron Man 2.
Jun 05, 2020•46 min•Ep. 3
The Incredible Hulk is the second movie in the MCU. How is this new take on the big green rage monster? Michael and Gina give their thoughts on everything from the actors' performances to the hotness of the Hulk. Was the movie a SMASH with our hosts? You should download this episode and find out.
May 29, 2020•44 min•Ep. 2
Michael and Gina take a look at Iron Man, the first movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Somehow, Gina has never seen any of the movies in the MCU, and, based on her prediction of what Iron Man is about, it is abundantly clear she is not lying. SPOILER ALERT: there are lots of spoilers.
May 22, 2020•42 min•Ep. 1
