15 years later and it still holds up. Jake + Mitch commemorate WCP's second anniversary by re-visiting one of the greatest comic book sequels of all-time, SPIDER-MAN 2. Because when it comes to our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, Raimi's interpretations deserve placement among the best. Along the way, the guys hit a few key talking points: - Do we give Kirsten Dunst enough credit? - Just how bad is James Franco's performance? - Which Spidey flick is the best? Above all, another incredible disp...
Feb 21, 2020•46 min
Make no mistake, a breakfast sandwich is worth fighting for. Mitch sits down with Ashley, in her triumphant return, from The Cutaways Podcast to dish on Harley Quinn's mallet and all the visceral awesomeness that comes with it. More importantly, they break down how BIRDS OF PREY cracked the code to 21st Century action movie making. Along the way, they hit other key talking points like: - Remember when movies had killer soundtracks? - What separates this one from the rest of the "girl power" flic...
Feb 14, 2020•50 min
Somehow we live in a world where three iterations of THE TICK exist. Jake + Mitch take a long overdue, and deeply philosophical look at the cult-favorite superhero show, THE TICK. Because if it's good enough to earn this many reboots it's worth having a debate over 'em, right? The guys hit rare form as they touch on a few key components: - What's the best punk rock band comparison to THE TICK? - Why didn't we get more Patrick Warburton? - Does anyone remember when FAMILY GUY was actually good? A...
Feb 07, 2020•43 min
The Watching Comics Pod is back with another feature of... IMPOSSIBLE QUESTIONS. Attempts to answering daunting questions; or at least re-visiting something we may have underestimated. Quick takes, sharp focus, and endless Twitter-blasting potential. Co-Host Jake shares his bold take from a favorite comic: Is it possible SAGA could be TV's next GAME OF THRONES? In a few quick minutes, Jake dishes on the background for one of his favorite recent runs, Brian K. Vaughan's SAGA and why it may be the...
Jan 27, 2020•11 min
"Wise man say, 'Forgiveness is divine, but never pay full price for late pizza'." That's right, the guys reach deep into the well of 90s nostalgia and venture back to everyone's favorite pizza-eating sewer dwellers, THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES. Because life was simpler back when Mikey, Raph, Donny, & Leo were taking care of mayhem in the heart of New York City. Jake + Mitch go full blown geek as they break down the cultural impact of the 1990 classic. Little did we know this campy, icon...
Jan 16, 2020•47 min
The Watching Comics Podcast returns with another installment of: IMPOSSIBLE QUESTIONS. Attempts to posit a difficult to answer question; or at least a re-visit to something we may have underestimated. Quick takes, sharp focus, and endless Twitter-blasting potential. Co-Host Mitch brings the segment by asking the impossible question: Is it possible Superman is the most influential fictional character of 20th Century literature? In a few quick minutes, Mitch share the story of his first trip to th...
Jan 10, 2020•14 min
Good News: We survived the year! And some pretty cool stuff happened along the way. Jake + Mitch revisit their favorite TV + Movie moments that comic book entertainment delivered in 2019. From Netflix to HBO to closing the book on the Avengers, the year definitely brought its fair share of endings and reimagining. But *SPOILER ALERT* Todd Phillips' JOKER didn't make the cut. Deal with it. The guys did make time to shout-out a few notable things: - Umbrella Academy carrying the Netflix mantle. - ...
Dec 31, 2019•46 min
The '80s are still in. Jake + Mitch deep dive into the awesomeness of Patty Jenkins second DC installment, WONDER WOMAN 1984. True to form, this week's launch of the first trailer did not disappoint. In addition to attempting to unearth all the easter eggs, the guys posit a few questions: - Kristen Wiig as Cheetah = Single best casting call in 2020? - Will Max Lord keep his neck? - Is it possible Batman's Brother Eye becomes a key factor? Strap on your fanny packs and dust off your Huey Lewis an...
Dec 13, 2019•39 min
What's wrong with Kal-El? Jake + Mitch dive into the polarizing discussion of Superman and his relevancy, or lack-thereof, in modern culture. Because if Warner Bros. is stumped, that means there's a problem...right? Maybe not so much. The guys hit a few questions along the way: - Is it fair to compare Batman and Superman? - Why can't WB figure out the secret sauce? - Who would we want to see directing Supes' new title? A lot is said, but ultimately the guys come back to a simple plea: Is it too ...
Dec 06, 2019•50 min
The Watching Comics Podcast presents a shiny, new segment: IMPOSSIBLE QUESTIONS. Attempts to posit a question that may be impossible to answer; or at least attempts to re-visit something we may have underestimated. Quick takes, sharp focus, and endless Twitter-blasting potential. Co-Host Mitch kicks-off the fun segment by asking the impossible question: Is it possible that one movie gave us the two greatest performances in the history of comic book films? In a few quick minutes, Mitch makes the ...
Nov 27, 2019•9 min
Would we really be comic fans if we didn't have a take? Jake + Mitch, finally, share their sought-after (or maybe not so sought-after) thoughts on the infamous Snyder Cut. More importantly, Mitch shares how the Joss-edition nearly ruined his 30th birthday. Nevertheless, with the growing Twitter-noise, it certainly seems as though the JUSTICE LEAGUE Snyder cut may actually happen. The guys break it down through three main questions: - What does this mean for them as fans? - Would this event be bi...
Nov 22, 2019•46 min
Sometimes you just gotta share the stuff from the cutting room floor. Here's a fun mini-episode filled with some bonus footage from WCP's last episode. Because when Dennis Salvatier joins the pod, you know takes will be had. Jake, Mitch + Dennis break down their honorable mentions that just missed the cut for their Comic Book Movie Re-Casting Project. Give a listen and be sure to share your thoughts with us on Twitter. Oh, and don't forget to rate and review on your favorite pod platform! https:...
Nov 19, 2019•9 min
Time to re-write history… Jake + Mitch welcome back original friend of the pod, Dennis “Tanoshiboy” Salvatier, back to tackle the great re-casting project of 2019. That’s right, the guys go back in time and dare to reimagine existing comic flicks with different actors. Here’s how it works: Each person picks one hero and one villain to recast in any existing comic book movies. Naturally, the exercise kicked-off a ton of fascinating “what if?” conversations. - What if we booted Samuel L. from the ...
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr 10 min
The clock is ticking… After 12 years of fan theories, rants, and continuous conversations, Jake + Mitch can finally live in a world where a WATCHMEN HBO series exists. The first episode has dropped and we’ve already lost a key character and seen Rorschach’s memory take a turn for the worst. Even with all the awesomeness, a few questions remain: - Is Ozymandias the secret to the extended Watchmen universe? - Could Regina King be any more awesome? - Will we see the blue doctor as a major player th...
Oct 31, 2019•30 min
Time to put on a happy face...or maybe not. Jake + Mitch welcome the infamous podcaster and film editor Ashley from The Cutaways Pod to dish on that one popular movie with that one guy in the clown makeup. More importantly, they break down why Todd Phillips seems so passionate about this particular project. Along the way, they hit make other notable stops: - Is Joaquin playing the real Joker, or a mere wannabe? - Is the film homage or derivative? - With its sensitive subject matter, does JOKER c...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Time to roll out the unpopular opinions! Jake + Mitch have takes and they're ready to make 'em public, because internet. Needless to say, it's time to hash out a few not-so-important topics that are sure to invade the Twitter-verse. - Are the next slew of villain-focused flicks a waste of time? - Is Batman Forever better than Batman Begins? The guys go deep into their looming unpopularity and decide once and for all if the hoopla is worthwhile. Because what good is having a podcast if you're not...
Oct 07, 2019•57 min
When in doubt, drink from the well of sweet nostalgia. Jake + Mitch jump back into prime 90’s territory and re-visit the iconic, genre-bending film BLADE. Because where else can we find a sci-fi adjacent, kung-fu inspired, true blue action flick? With so much awesomeness to unpack, the guys take a deep-dive down a few surprising pathways… - Is BLADE the most influential of the 90’s comics flicks? - What do we make of Wesley Snipes: Underrated or Overrated? - And what if Stephen Norrington direct...
Sep 27, 2019•50 min
Disney+ is coming…and with it a bunch more comic book inspired stuff. Jake + Mitch bust out the time clock and give space to the noteworthy Marvel titles coming soon to hit your small screens. Because what would the magical world of Disney be without more intergalactic awesomeness? In five minute rapid fire rounds, the guys dish on four upcoming shows: WANDAVISION Will Kathryn Hahn ensure we finally get the superhero sitcom we deserve? MS. MARVEL Everyone’s favorite comic fan becomes a hero and ...
Sep 13, 2019•34 min
Everyone’s favorite sub-series is back! Well … at least it’s the hosts’ favorite. Jake + Mitch venture back into the realm of fan-casting and what if’s. Shut-Up and Give it to Me, Vol. III take a few weird turns as the guys dish on the comic books they’d most like to see get the big screen or Netflix treatment. Here’s a quick snapshot of what they’ve labeled as their “passion projects”: - Thundercats gets the Spider-Verse treatment. - Star Wars goes Samurai. - Tommy Lee Jones tackles a psychotic...
Sep 06, 2019•54 min
Are you ready to slam evil? Jake + Mitch dip into the well of sweet 90’s nostalgia in re-visiting Billy Zane and his purple jumpsuit. THE PHANTOM was not quite a phenomenon, but in the brief trend of resurrecting art-deco comic strips of yesteryear, it was definitely a contributor. Of course, with a hamburgler mask and a mystical ring there’s only so much substance one can hope for. Nevertheless, the guys ask the tough questions: - Treat Williams: Best comic book movie mustache ever? - Better ai...
Aug 30, 2019•41 min
And just like that, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man has moved. Jake + Mitch jump-in with an emergency pod to dish on the latest Twitter-breaking development from studio wars. Disney's greedy, that's no surprise, but Sony certainly seems to have confidence in their flagship comic book property. A few questions remain: - Does Sony need Feige's influence? - How will the MCU fare sans Spidey? - Do we really need Disney to own everything? True to form, the guys have a lot of thoughts. And most ...
Aug 22, 2019•24 min
Darkseid is coming, and we couldn't be more stoked! Jake + Mitch go full geek and deep-dive into the duel Jack Kirby projects soon to hit the big screen. That's right, with both NEW GODS and ETERNALS projects in pre-production, the cultural zeitgeist is about to go full-on galactic. The guys hit a few points along the way: - Who's the next MCU big bad: Dr. Doom or Annihilus? - What makes Ava DuVernay the perfect helmer for NEW GODS? - Is Angelina Jolie mic drop worthy? One thing is certain, NEW ...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Someone's got to decide, right? Jake + Mitch go straight for the jugular by tackling the daunting task of ranking the Top 5 Best Comic Book Movies of All-Time. Imperfect as the exercise may be, a few of our favorite heroes—Spider-Man, Superman, Batman—all get shout-outs. Though, along the way, the guys hit a few crazy questions: - Is Spider-verse more re-watchable than Dark Knight? - How many animated movies belong on the list? - Does V for Vendetta leap frog The Avengers saga? By the time you l...
Aug 09, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Time to wield the hammer! Jake + Mitch celebrate Taika’s return to Asgard by welcoming back the illustrious Maite Molina-Muñiz. And with Natalie Portman promised to make Jane Foster the new feminine-charged Thor-force—all feels right in the world. The gang hits a few hot topics along the way: -Which villain do we hope to see in Thor: Love and Thunder? -Will Phase 4 be the best MCU era yet? -Is Black Widow going to bomb or surprise? So much unknown but MCU excitement may be at an all-time high. T...
Aug 02, 2019•51 min
The doomsday clock is ticking... HBO dropped an extended WATCHMEN trailer at SDCC and Jake + Mitch have thoughts. It's a bold move to extend an entirely new chapter in the Watchmen-verse, but HBO has certainly earned our trust. But a few questions remain: - What does Dr. Manhattan's return mean? - Will Lindelhof's story carry the same weight? - Regina King is queen. Either way, October can't get here fast enough. The guys are ready to expand the Watchmen-verse, and hope it continues to shift the...
Jul 26, 2019•46 min
You asked, we answered! That's right, Jake + Mitch opened the mailbag to dish on questions submitted by the best listeners in the podverse. The conversation got interesting while circulating questions like: - Top 3 non-MCU/DCEU comic book movies? - Which MCU villain do we want to see in the DCEU? - What comic book role would we give to Adam Driver? - Who would win in a Spidey throw-down: Tobey, Andrew, and Tom? It got real super fast. And, of course, it wouldn't be complete without a bold foreca...
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 2 min
A.K.A - Everything ends and is sad. Jake + Mitch go existential as they grapple with the close of Netflix's Jessica Jones. A legit prestige TV title and delicious 21st Century noir; JJ gave us a three season run that rarely fell short. Naturally, the last run presented a few questions: - Is s3 the last vestige of "bloated" Netflix series? - How do Killgrave, Cotton Mouth, and Fisk stack-up to MCU's villain arsenal? - Is Jessica Jones the best of the Marvel TV titles? They also get a little side-...
Jul 12, 2019•53 min
The third second Spider-Man movie has arrived! Jake + Mitch sling back into the MCU to dish on Peter Parker's latest adventure abroad. Considering all the post-Endgame world-building the flick was tasked with, SMFFH managed to deliver a superb follow-up to Homecoming...and deliver a few surprises along the way. - Is J.K. Simmons the best comic book movie casting of all-time? - Is The Amazing Spider-Man 2 better than Far From Home? - Where do we stand on Gyllenhaal's purple cape antics? Naturally...
Jul 05, 2019•58 min
The phoenix is rising...for the second time. Jake + Mitch bid farewell to the Fox X-Men run by breaking down the almost pretty good, but not great, DARK PHOENIX. Like many comic flicks that under perform at the box office, it gets a bad shake. The guys discuss: - What do we make of Simon Kinberg's career? - Is X2 still the best X-Men movie? - Who's the better Beast: Grammer or Hoult? Also, the guys take us down memory lane to a time they found the perfect X-Men bootlegs in a back alley in China....
Jun 21, 2019•58 min
The 90's were a wild time, and they could've been wilder. Jake + Mitch deep-dive into the nostalgic pool of the lost Superman movie. That's right, Nicholas Cage, Tim Burton, Kevin Smith and a giant spider. SUPERMAN LIVES cult status grows stronger by the year, and leaves behind daunting questions: - What would we make of Jim Carrey's Brainiac? - Would this have removed the push for SUPERMAN RETURNS? - And just how crazy is the Nic Cage casting?...Or was it perfect? So many what ifs and urban leg...
Jun 07, 2019•56 min
