#186 – Daredevil S1E1 — Into the Ring

The Devil of Hell’s Kitchen steps into the MCU spotlight.

Today we kick off the Defenders Saga with Daredevil Season 1, Episode 1: Into the Ring. From Matt Murdock’s tragic childhood accident to the gritty streets of Hell’s Kitchen, this first chapter introduces us to Nelson & Murdock, Karen Page, and a city still reeling from The Incident — the Battle of New York. While the Avengers saved the world, the aftermath left a power vacuum that criminals were all too eager to fill. Join Mr. Honest as we dive into the darker, street-level side of the MCU — where justice is fought for one block at a time, and where Daredevil first steps into the ring.

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#185 – X-Men Origins: Wolverine – A Multiverse Misfit with Claws

Hugh Jackman carries a messy, pre-MCU Marvel tale

Before Deadpool & Wolverine, there was X-Men Origins: Wolverine — the first solo outing for Logan, packed with bone claws, Sabretooth rivalry, and some of the most divisive choices in Marvel movie history. Eric dives into the highs (that war montage, the emotional farmer scene) and the lows (Weapon XI, anyone?) while reframing the entire film through a multiverse lens. From heartfelt moments to pure comic book chaos, this is a trip into an alternate Marvel timeline you might just appreciate more than you remember.

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#184 – Loki Season 2 Finale — Glorious Purpose

Loki’s centuries-long journey reaches its mythic end — and reshapes the future of the MCU.

The Loki Season 2 finale isn’t just an ending — it’s one of the most powerful acts of heroism in MCU history. Eric dives deep into Loki’s transformation from God of Mischief to God of Stories, the centuries he spent mastering the Loom, and the mythic Yggdrasil throne that now holds the multiverse together. Plus: theories on Kang’s fate, Doctor Doom’s possible rise, Thor’s potential death, and how Loki could recruit his own Avengers from across the multiverse. For all time… always.

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#183 – X-Men: The Last Stand — Mutant Cure, Phoenix Fury

Storm’s rise, Magneto’s moves, and the Phoenix unleashed.

Eric dives into the X-Men trilogy finale — the mutant cure, Jean’s tragic rise as Phoenix, Magneto’s bridge move, Storm’s leadership, and the Xavier/Magneto bond. Big moments, bigger riffs, all heart.

Special thanks to my co-producer, Nova, for helping shape the structure and flow of this episode.

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#182 – Loki S2E5 — “Science/Fiction”: Loki’s Most Human Hour

Time’s falling apart, and Loki’s holding on to the only thing that matters.

Fresh out of the multiverse meltdown from last week, Loki finds himself slipping through timelines where the TVA never happened — and his friends are living completely different lives. From jet-ski dad to Alcatraz escapee, each version feels real, grounded, and worth saving. In this breakdown of Science/Fiction, I talk about why this might be the show’s most human episode yet, what Loki’s transformation really means, and how the quiet moments hit just as hard as the big effects. Plus, my favorite scenes, a few laughs at Obi’s genius, and why this sets up a finale that could go down as one of Marvel’s best hours of television.

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#181 – X2: X-Men United (2003) – When the X-Men Truly Took Flight

Nightcrawler storms the White House, Jean Grey breaks our hearts, and the X-Men hit their cinematic stride.

The mutants are back, and this time they’re united! Join Eric, a.k.a. Mr. Honest, as we revisit X2: X-Men United (2003)—a sequel that takes everything the first X-Men movie started and cranks it up to eleven. From Nightcrawler’s legendary White House attack to Magneto’s jaw-dropping prison break, X2 delivers action, heart, and the perfect balance of heroism and moral gray. Eric dives into:

  • Jean Grey’s unforgettable sacrifice at Alkali Lake
  • How X2 planted the seeds for the Phoenix Saga
  • Why this film proved superhero movies could be epic, emotional, and cinematic
  • Its connection to today’s MCU and the multiverse

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#180 – Loki S2 Ep 4 – The Heart of the TVA

Victor Timely’s arrival, wasted time, and a gut-punch ending that leaves the TVA in chaos.

In this episode of Marvel Maniac: An MCU Aftershow, Eric (Mr. Honest) dives into Loki Season 2, Episode 4 – The Heart of the TVA. Victor Timely finally arrives at the TVA, but the team’s optimism quickly turns into heartbreak. We break down Timely’s tragic fate, the TVA’s wasted time and indecision, and what this cliffhanger means for the Multiverse Saga.

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#179 – X-Men (2000) – The Movie That Started It All

Revisiting the film that kickstarted Marvel’s movie dominance and paved the way for the MCU.

We’re rewinding the clock all the way back to the year 2000 with X-Men—the film that kickstarted Marvel’s big-screen era and paved the way for the MCU as we know it. Join Eric (Mr. Honest) as he revisits Magneto’s powerful origin, Wolverine’s unforgettable introduction, and the film’s lasting impact on superhero movies. What’s your favorite X-Men moment? Share it with us and stay tuned as we continue our journey through the entire X-Men era!

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#178 – Loki S2E3 – "1893” The Man Who Could Be Kang

Loki and Mobius head to the past to face a fractured future.

Loki and Mobius time-skip to the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair in search of temporal trouble — and find Victor Timely, a twitchy inventor who may hold the key to the multiverse. Eric breaks down this theatrical, chaotic episode full of looming threats, Kang teases, and one terrifying Miss Minutes. Plus: reflections on Tom Hiddleston’s powerful performance, Jonathan Majors’ uncertain future, and why this episode proves the TVA still might be following He Who Remains’ plan.

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#177 – The Internet Reacts to Fantastic 4: Pure MCU Buzz

Reddit’s exploding, Galactus is trending, and this movie might mark the start of a new MCU golden age.

I couldn’t stop thinking about Fantastic Four—and apparently, neither could the rest of the internet. This quick follow-up episode dives into real fan reactions from Reddit, shares early MCU predictions, and explores why this movie already feels iconic. From Silver Surfer stans to Doom truthers, the buzz is very real—and it might just signal the start of something legendary. 🎧 Come nerd out with me. 📬 Got thoughts? Email: [email protected] ❤️ Support the show & get exclusive minisodes: patreon.com/marvelmaniac đź’ˇAssemble at: @MarvelManiacPod on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter 🌌 Until next time… Avengers, Disassemble.

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