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We are back and so is Jessica Jones to discuss a great new episode with Daredevil Season 2 Episode 6 Requiem. As always make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil Born Again 206 "Requiem" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Angela Barnes Written by  Devon Kliger & Jesse Wigutow Episode Synopsis: Wilson Fisk mourns the loss of his beloved wife Vanessa. When her surgeon tries to empathise and comfort the mayor, he uses his immense strength to kill the man who didn’t save her.  Furious that t...

Derek and John are back to discuss a fantastic episode with Daredevil Season 205 The Grand Design. As always make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil Born Again 205 "The Grand Design" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Angela Barnes Written by Jesse Wigutow Episode Synopsis: Years prior, while working as interns at Landman & Zack, Matt Murdock and Foggy Nelson are assigned a criminal case involving one of Nelson's childhood neighbors, Lionel "Ray" McCoy.The pair get McCoy released and Foggy “the Fembot” gives him th...

It is a massive week at TV Podcast Industries. Here John and Derek chat all about Daredevil Season 2 Episode 4 'Gloves Off'. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on this Daredevil episode, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil 204 "Gloves Off" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Solvan "Slick" Naim Written by Chantelle M. Wells Episode Synopsis: Benjamin Poindexter starts out his day with a trip to the Bel-Air diner and samples their banana milkshake with whipped cream. While waiting he dr...

Derek and John are here again discussing Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Episode 3 'The Scales and The Sword'. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on this Daredevil episode, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil 203 "The Scales and The Sword" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Solvan "Slick" Naim Written by Heather Bellinson Episode Synopsis: Kristen McDuffie is called up early to defend Jacques Duquesne from the allegations that he is The Swordsman. It’s a sham trial, and unable to find...

Two episodes this week and this time Derek and John are chatting about Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Episode 2 'Shoot the Moon'. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on the return of Daredevil, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil 202 "Shoot The Moon" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardapane Episode Synopsis: Cherry is taken to hospital following the attack by Wilson Fisk’s Anti Vigilante Task Force. Daredevil watches on wondering why Bull...

Finally your Defenders are back as John and Derek return to discuss Daredevil Born Again 201 The Northern Star. We're going into full spoiler filled detail on the return of Daredevil, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Daredevil 201 "The Northern Star" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dario Scardapane Directed by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardapane Episode Synopsis: To send a message to Mayor Wilson Fisk, Matt Murdock suits up as Daredevil and boards a ship on its way to the Red Ho...

Ahead of the biggest TVPI month of 2026 we are back with our Wonder Man Wrap Pub Quiz answers podcast and discuss your final bits of feedback on Wonder Man. Wonder Man Pub Quiz Winner Here are the questions and answers for the 8 questions. Episode 1 "Matinee" Question: What Book does Simon want to bring into his scene in American Horror Story? Answer: Aztec Thought and Culture by Miguel León-Portilla Episode 2 "Self-Tape" Question: How old was Trevor when the acting bug first hit? Answer: 10 years old Episode 3 "Pacoima" Question: What famous American actor’s billboard picture does Trevor and Simon pass in the...

The finale has rolled around as Derek, John and Chris talk through Wonder Man Episode 8 'Yucca Valley'. A great capper on a fantastic season, with a movie premiere and a true show of friendship. Make sure you've watched the episode before joining us for our chat. Wonder Man Episode 8 'Yucca Valley' Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Stella Meghie Written by Andrew Guest Episode Synopsis: Following the huge explosion he caused on the Wonder Man set, Simon returns to his apartment assuming that he wi...

The full team are back to chat about Wonder Man Episode 7 "Kathy Friedman" as Simon Williams is concerned his secret will be exposed to the world by a journalist but he is not the target. As always we discuss the episode in spoiler filled detail. Wonder Man Episode 7 "Kathy Friedman" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Stella Meghie Written by Kira Talise and Andrew Guest Episode Synopsis: Filming on the Wonder Man Movie begins. Simon Williams struggles to be personable with the crew and to...

John and Derek chat all about Wonder Man Episode 6 "Call Back" as Simon worries about how he is perceived and Trevor has a go at jazz accompaniment at their Wonder Man call back with Von Kovak. As always we discuss the episode in spoiler filled detail. Wonder Man Episode 6 "Call Back" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Tiffany Johnson Written by Roja Gashtili & Julia Lerman and Andrew Guest Episode Synopsis: Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery immediately drive to director Von Kovak's mansion for the ca...

Derek, John and Chris return together to chat about Wonder Man Episode 5 "Found Footage". The action kicks off when Simon uses his powers to help Trevor and escalates into a fun caper all across Hollywood. We discuss the episode in spoiler filled detail so make sure you've watched this one before joined us. Wonder Man Episode 5 "Found Footage" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Tiffany Johnson Written by Anayat Fakhraie Episode Synopsis: Simon and Trevor celebrate their call back at a bar in town, bu...

In the standalone episode of Wonder Man Episode 4 "Doorman" we discuss the cautionary tale of how the Doorman clause came to Hollywood productions and how it can chew up and spit out even those that don't want fame. We chat about the episode in spoiler filled detail so make sure you've watched this one before joined us. Wonder Man Episode 4 "Pacoima" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by James Ponsoldt Written by Zeke Nicholson Episode Synopsis: Simon shares his concerns with Trevor that if his ab...

Derek and John are chatting about Wonder Man Episode 3 "Pacoima" as Trevor goes to meet Simon's family. We want to hear your feedback as the season goes on make sure you share it at the address below. Wonder Man Episode 3 "Pacoima" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by James Ponsoldt Written by Madeline Walter and Paul Welsh Episode Synopsis: While Simon Williams is still waiting for an answer for his Wonder Man audition, the Department of Damage Control are concerned their funding will be cut. Th...

We are discussing Wonder Man Episode 2 "Self-Tape" in our second podcast of the week. We'd love to hear your feedback as you watch along at the details below. Wonder Man Episode 2 "Self-Tape" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Andrew Guest Written by Destin Daniel Cretton Episode Synopsis: A short while ago after flying back to LA to reignite his acting career, Trevor Slattery was instantly arrested by the Department of Damage control for his role as The Mandarin. Agent Cleary offers Trevor a way ou...

We are back fellow Defenders to chat about Wonder Man Episode 1 "Matinee". All episodes of the series are available now on Disney Plus. We'll be releasing our podcasts on Wednesday and Friday each day one podcast for each episode so we'd love to hear your feedback as you watch along. Wonder Man Episode 1 "Matinee" Details Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Wonder Man first appearance Avengers issue 8 by Don Heck and Jack Kirby Created for Television by Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest Directed by Andrew Guest Written by...

We kick off the New Year with our fifth annual Wrap Up and preview podcast. Here we chat about everything we covered and the things we wish we could have discussed in 2025 and also preview everything we're looking forward to so far in 2026 in our TVPI 2025 Review and 2026 Preview Podcast. WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN 2025 Star Wars Skeleton Crew (Jan 2025) Invincible Season 3 (Feb-Mar) Captain America Brave New World (March 2025) Daredevil Born Again Season 1 (March 2025) The Last of Us Season 2 Ironheart Gen V Season 2 The Sandman Season 2 Marvel Zombies The Witcher Season 4 Eyes of Wakanda Alien Earth Thunderbolts Fantastic 4 First Steps WHAT...

This is the end of the series as Derek and John discuss Marvel Zombies Episode 4 in spoiler filled detail. But is it a positive end or a bit of a downer? We also have a chat about Zombies in Marvel Rivals and the Marvel Zombies Musical. Marvel Zombies Episode 4 Details Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews Teleplay by : Zeb Wells Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells Directed by - Bryan Andrews Spoiler Filled Synopsis: The Nova Corps shoots down the ship, but the group is rescued by the sorcerers of Kamar...

With fireworks still echoing for Halloween, Derek and John are chatting about Marvel Zombies Episode 3. A flashback wraps up the events of What if Zombies and the team reach Asgard to find a ship, but things don't go as planned. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think. Marvel Zombies Episode 3 Details Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews Teleplay by : Zeb Wells Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells Directed by - Bryan Andrews Spoiler Filled Synopsis: After the end of Wha...

Spooky season is still upon us and Derek and John are chatting about Marvel Zombies Episode 2. Finally Shang-Chi has returned to Marvel Animation along with loads of other long missed characters. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think. Marvel Zombies Episode 1 Details Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews Teleplay by : Zeb Wells Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells Directed by - Bryan Andrews Spoiler Filled Synopsis: Five years ago in San Francisco, Xu Shang-Chi, his best friend Katy, FBI of...

Happy Halloween everyone. It is our favourite time of the year and Derek and John are back with Marvel Animation for Marvel Zombies Episode 1. Following on from the events of the What If Zombies episode comes a battle to save the planet featuring Marvel characters from all across the MCU. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think. Marvel Zombies Episode 1 Details Executive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Zeb Wells, Bryan Andrews Teleplay by : Zeb Wells Story by : Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells Directed by - B...

John and Derek are back with The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther". Another great Marvel series from executive producer Ryan Coogler comes to an end with an episode that wraps up the past, present and future of Wakanda in the finale. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 4 "The Last Panther" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne Episode Directed by: Todd Harris Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In Ethiopia, in the middle of a raging battle between the Ethiopians and the invading Italian army, Prince Tafari and the War Dog Kuda recover the Wakandan...

Our full team, Chris, Derek and John, are back together again for our Ironheart Season 1 Wrap Up. In this episode we reveal the answers to our Ironheart MIT Student Bar Quiz, announce the winner of the Ironheart goodies and get Chris' thoughts on the series. Ironheart Season 1 MIT Student Bar Quiz Questions and Answers Episode 1 "Take Me Home" Question: What is the name of The Hood's Base of Operations? Answer: Desperito's Pizza Episode 2 "Will the real Natalie Please Stand Up?" Question: What flowers are destroyed by Joe McGillicuddy? Answer: Black Eyed Susans Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" Question: How many...

Derek and John are back for another tale of the War Dogs with Eyes of Wakanda Episode 3 "Lost and Found" and look who is in the snowy mountains of China. We chat all about it in our spoiler filled discussion of the episode. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 3 "Lost And Found" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Marc Bernardin Episode Directed by: John Fang & Todd Harris Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In Kun’Lun, China, 1400, Agent Basha infiltrates this high mountain society to recover a Wakandan artifact lost for over a thousand years. Pretending to be a...

The history of the war dogs takes us to Troy in Eyes of Wakanda Episode 2 "Legends and Lies". This episode gave us a very interesting take on Achilles and Odysseus as a Wakandan spy infiltrates their ranks to reach Helen and Paris. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 2 "Legends and Lies" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Marc Bernardin Episode Directed by: John Fang Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In 1190 B.C., the famous attack on the heavily fortified City of Troy by Odysseus is taking place. Each attack is repulsed by the Trojan forces, even those...

Welcome back fellow Defenders Derek and John are back with Marvel Animation for The Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den". From executive producer Ryan Coogler this is the first of a four part series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. All episodes are available now on Disney Plus. So watch the episode and let us know what you think. Eyes of Wakanda Episode 1 "Into The Lions Den" Details Executive Producer: Ryan Coogler Series helmed by: Todd Harris Episode Written by: Geoffrey Thorne Episode Directed by: Todd Harris Spoiler Filled Synopsis: In 1260 B.C. in the land of Wakanda...

Welcome to another cosmic episode of Movies on TV Podcast Industries! We're back in the cinema for the 37th Marvel Cinematic Universe film – and the first movie in MCU Phase 6 – with our Fantastic Four : First Steps movie review. This action-packed, heartfelt film reintroduces Marvel’s First Family with a blend of emotion, interstellar threats, and a baby with godlike powers. If you're searching for an in-depth Fantastic Four 2025 review, you've come to the right place! What’s Inside This Episode? Our spoiler-filled breakdown of Fantastic Four: First Steps The new MCU versions of Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben The terrifying arrival...

In the explosive season finale of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+, John and Derek from TV Podcast Industries break down Episode 6: “The Past Is The Past”, directed by Angela Barnes and written by showrunner Chinaka Hodge. With the arrival of Mephisto, a dramatic battle between Riri and Parker, and major MCU implications, this episode delivers a powerful conclusion and sets the stage for what’s next. Episode 6 Recap: What Happened in “The Past Is The Past”? We begin in the past, where a young Parker Robbins and his friend John break into Parker’s father's mansion. While escaping, Parker meets a mysterious h...

Far too quickly we’re at the penultimate action heavy episode and Derek and John chat all about Ironheart Episode 6 "Karma’s a Glitch". As always the podcast is spoiler-filled so make sure you’ve watched the episode before listening along. Ironheart Episode 5 Podcast – “Karma’s A Glitch” | Detailed Recap & Analysis In this episode, we break down Ironheart Episode 5: "Karma’s A Glitch", directed by Angela Barnes and written by Cristian Martinez. Join hosts John and Derek as they explore the latest twists, character developments, and key themes from this critically acclaimed Disney+ Marvel series. Episode 5 Synopsis: What Happened in "Karma’s A Glitch...

With one of our team lost in another realm, John and Derek return to discuss Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" in our spoiler-filled podcast. We may have gushed a little too much about the MCU arrival of one of our favourite Marvel witches but we make no apologies. Ironheart Episode 4 "Bad Magic" Details Directed by Angela Barnes Written by Amir Sulaiman Episode Synopsis: Knowing that Parker Robbins, aka The Hood is on her trail, Riri analyzes the piece of The Hood’s cloak she recovered, which she discovers is an ancient energy source that Parker draws upon.  Meanwhile Eziekiel Stane (aka Joe...

It’s time to chat about Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" in our spoiler filled podcast all about it. Make sure you have watched all three episodes before you listen along. Ironheart Episode 3 "We In Danger, Girl" Details Directed by Samantha Bailey Written by Francesca Gailes & Jacqueline J. Gailes Episode Synopsis: While celebrating their successful operation against TNNL at Parker's  headquarters, Clown plays around with Parker's mysterious hood. But before Riri and Clown can investigate more, his right hand man John angrily confronts them. Parker calms the team down and starts planning for their next heist on a secure fac...

John, Chris and Derek are back to chat about Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" as our favourite new MCU character arrives as Riri's best friend Natalie takes center stage. Ironheart Episode 2 "Will the Real NATALIE Please Stand Up?" Details Directed by Sam Bailey Written by Malarie Howard Episode Synopsis: Still in need of parts to complete her suit in time for the TNNL heist, Riri reaches out to an underground Tech dealer, Joe McGillicuddy, and easily blackmails him into helping her. She soon encourages the meek arms supplier Joe to stand up for himself after learning...

Welcome back fellow Defenders the full team are back to chat all about Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" a brand new series on Disney Plus begins today. Our spoiler filled chat is available now so make sure you've watched the episode before listening. Ironheart Episode 1 "Take Me Home" Details Directed by Sam Bailey Written by Chinaka Hodge Episode Synopsis: After returning to college from Wakanda and getting a taste of her true abilities, Riri Williams realises she’s unable to achieve her goals without a major influx of money. She sells projects all around the area but when MIT finds ou...

We're back in the cinema for the 36th MCU Movie and our Thunderbolts* Movie Review. The final movie in Phase 5 is great fun but has such a strong heart to it too. We'd highly recommend going to see this in the cinema. Spoiler Filled Synopsis for Thunderbolts* Directed by - Julius Onah Story by - Eric Pearson Screenplay by - Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo Since her sister Natasha died. Yelena Belova has just been going through the motions. Successfully complete her mission, go home alone, think about what she’s done and wait for another mission. Rinse, Repeat. Yelena ne...

We've reached the end of season 1 and we're back with our Daredevil Born Again Wrap Up and the answers for our Josie's Bar Quiz questions. We announce the winner of the goodie pack and discuss all of your awesome feedback. Josie's Bar Pub Quiz Questions and Answers Episode 1: “Heaven’s Half Hour” Question: What is the name of the 20-year bottle of whiskey that Josie keeps behind the bar? Answer: O’Melveny’s Episode 2: “Optics” Question: While on another dinner date, what is the dream destination that Heather and Matt discuss and what would they drink there? Answer: They'll be in Belize and...

It's finale time as Derek and John get together to discuss every minute of Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight to Hell". A fantastic and shocking episode that sets our expectations at an all time high for season 2. Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardepane & Heather Bellson Daredevil Born Again Episode 9 "Straight To Hell" Synopsis A year before the assassination attempt at Mayor Fisk’s Black and White Ball, Vanessa visits Benjamin Poindexter in a mental hospital and asks him to kill Nelson—who is working on a case which could expose her activities at Red Hook—in exchan...

Chris returns to join Derek to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy". A notable difference this week with excellent direction from Benson and Moorhead we discuss it all. Directed by Jason Benson & Aaron Moorhead Written by Dario Scardepane & Jesse Wigutow Daredevil Born Again Episode 8 "Isle of Joy" Synopsis Benjamin “Dex” Poindexter is moved from solitary confinement to General Population on Mayor Fisk's orders hoping his life will be put at risk. Worried for his life he tries to make a deal with Matt to secure his release. But Matt is unwilling to work with his best frie...

Derek and John get together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake". There are some really great moments this week but we really wanted to see the story of Muse play out over a few episodes. Daredevil Born Again Episode 7 "Art for Art's Sake" Synopsis Directed by David Boyd Written by Jill Blankenship As Angela Del Toro recovers from the attack by Muse she tells Matt Murdock and the police that she was saved by Daredevil and gives them directions to his lair. Inspector Kim reveals all this information to Mayor Fisk and informs him...

Double the DD fun this week as we celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" and things come to a head in Episode 6 "Excessive Force. Chris, John and Derek go deep on the episodes as always so make sure you've watched both before you join us. Episode 5 Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff Episode 5 Written by Grainne Godfree Daredevil Born Again Episode 5 "With Interest" Synopsis On Saint Patrick's Day 2027, Matt Murdock goes to New York Mutual bank to discuss a loan for his law firm Murdock and McDuffie. But his application is denied by assistant bank manager Yusuf...

Our full team finally gets back together to chat all about Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema". Chris, John and Derek go deep on this episode to chat all about the drivers and pushes for the characters to revert to type and an appearance from Frank Castle. Directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff Written by David Feige and Jesse Wigutow Daredevil Born Again Episode 4 "Sic Semper Systema" Synopsis Matt Murdock is confronted by Hector Ayala's niece, Angela del Toro, who believes the police are responsible for his death. Murdock comforts her with hope that the killer will be brought to justice...

The Defenders are back with our case notes for Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 "Hollow of His Hand". We go spoiler filled as always, so make sure you've watched the episode before listening to our podcast. Directed by Micheal Cuesta Written by Jill Blankenship Daredevil Born Again Episode 3 "Hollow Of His Hand" Synopsis Wilson Fisk's old business associates take advantage of his absence to mount a gang war over his territories. Vanessa sends Fisk's right-hand man Buck Cashman to ease tensions between the gangs. But Fisk believes they should let them kill each other.Though Matt Murdock’s investigator, Cherry, is ab...