Ironheart is here—and she’s flying straight out of Chicago. In this premiere episode of Marvel’s latest series, we meet Riri Williams, a genius with big dreams, no money, and more heart than the system knows what to do with. I break down her Stark-sized ambition, the gut-punch of expulsion, the debut of The Hood, and the mysterious final twist that left me itching for Episode 2. We’re just getting started!
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Before Ironheart arrives next week, we're finally covering the powerful film that introduced RiRi Williams to the MCU — Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. In this long-overdue aftershow, Mr. Honest reflects on the film’s themes of grief, legacy, and what it means to move forward. From Shuri’s emotional journey to Namor’s introduction, to the spark that is RiRi… and even the political power plays happening behind the scenes — this is where the next phase of Wakanda’s story truly begins.
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> Wade Wilson is back — and this time, he’s grieving, growing, and maybe… fathering? In today’s episode, I reflect on Deadpool 2 entirely from memory, diving into the heart, the humor, and the baby legs that made this sequel unforgettable. [ We actually don't even talk about the baby legs lol] > We talk Cable, Domino, Firefist, X-Force carnage, and why this R-rated wild ride still has something important to say. > Plus, I share what this film means to me personally and how it sets the stage for Deadpool & Wolverine. > Got a favorite Deadpool 2 moment? Email me at [email protected] — I’d love to shout you out next week.
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I didn’t rewatch Deadpool for this one… and I didn’t need to. This movie lives rent-free in my head, and today I’m diving back into it—off memory, heart, and instinct. From the Colossus morality clash to the genius Valentine’s Day rom-com marketing, this is a full-on celebration of what made Deadpool iconic. Is it chaotic? Yes. Is it honest? Always. Join me as I reflect on the merc with a mouth, the love that grounded him, and how this film paved the way for the multiverse madness we’re heading toward.
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Eric dives into The Marvels! From Carol’s quiet redemption to Monica’s sacrifice and Kamala’s star-making turn, the trio finally shines as one. This episode is raw, a little rambly, but totally real.
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We made it to the Ms. Marvel finale—and this time, we finished strong. Eric reflects on Kamala’s final step into heroism, the emotional full-circle moments with her family, and a mutant reveal that changes everything for the MCU.
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In this special Friday minisode, Eric skips the usual movie breakdown for something a little more personal — a check-in between episodes, between moods, between milestones. After almost revisiting Captain America: Brave New World (and realizing the timing wasn’t right), he pivots into honesty, sharing where Marvel Maniac has been, what it’s become, and where it’s headed next. From podcast consistency to personal growth, today’s episode is about showing up — even when it’s not flashy — and staying connected to the mission. Plus: a gentle tease for what might be coming in Episode 200. 😉 Thanks for being here. Thanks for listening. The streak continues.
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Kamala Khan travels further than ever before—into the heart of her own family’s history. In this powerful, emotional episode, we dive into the Partition of India, closed time loops, Najma’s sacrifice, and the rise of Kamran. One of the MCU’s boldest moments yet, Time and Again ties past and present into something unforgettable.
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Marvel just delayed Doomsday and Secret Wars by 7 months—but is that the full story? Eric breaks down why this delay feels like the beginning of something bigger, including a compelling theory from Colton Ogburn (ScreenCrush) that suggests we could be getting a third Avengers film—possibly Secret Avengers—before the saga’s finale. Is Marvel slow-rolling the real Multiverse shake-up? Is a stronger middle chapter being built before Secret Wars? Let’s talk about what’s really going on with the Avengers timeline—and what this could mean for the MCU’s future.
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Karachi! Kamala journeys across the globe and steps deeper into her destiny in Ms. Marvel Episode 4: “Seeing Red.” But with the arrival of the Red Daggers, a whole new order enters the picture—and so do a lot of questions. Who are the Clandestines really? What even is the Noor Dimension? Eric (aka Mr. Honest) breaks it all down—confused, intrigued, and having a good time anyway. With family roots, interdimensional threats, and a twist ending that has us shouting “Wait, what?!”—this one’s a ride.
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