Caffeinated Comics on Radio Misfits

Shane Black shakes up the Marvel Universe! Jon, Elliott and Dave welcome Neal Fischer to discuss how the first Marvel movie after “Avengers” stands alone, how much the plot owes to “Extremis” and how much is pure Shane Black. Plus, Neal’s new book, ” Being Patrick Swayze: Essential Teachings from the Master of the Mullet”! [EP279]

Sam Raimi returns to Marvel! Jon, Elliott and Steven discuss SPOILERS on just how Raimi the new Doctor Strange movie is, how multiverse it gets and if it’s a complete story or a lot of stuff that happens. Plus, Bruce Campbell sightings abound! [EP278]

The legendary artist of the Bronze Age has passed at the age of 80. Jon and Steven discuss how Neal brought a new sense of illustration to cartooning, why he didn’t stay in advertising and why his Batman never seems to be out of date. Plus, Steven has COVID. [EP277]

It’s a special bonus MCU ReVU episode! Jon and Elliott welcome Neal Fischer to discuss the pandemic’s biggest hit taking over home video. Elliott opens the physical disc while Jon streams the movie repeatedly and Neal remembers his theater experience. Are discs on their way out or becoming the next collector’s item? Do extras matter? And how good is this movie still? All this plus Neal’s new book about Patrick Swayze. [EP276]

The Federation lands in the Windy City and Jon and Elliott have serious FOMO. They discuss how the franchise got back on track after the drought of the aughts, how there is as much Star Trek in production as there has ever been, and if it’s worth supporting an entire streaming platform. Plus, EXO-6 goes berserk with sixth scale Trek figures! [EP275]

Disney Plus takes a big swing with their latest series! Jon and Steven Discuss the complicated backstory of Marvel’s Batman and the runs that define him. Plus, Oscar issac’ redemption for Apocalypse, the aging of Ethan Hawke and more Star Trek than there has ever been.  [EP274]

It’s the team up you’ve been waiting years for! The full hosts of Caffeinated Comics and Shaken Not Heard combine for a super-sized episode. Jon, Steven, Elliott Serrano and Dave Pinto combine forces to discuss how Joss Whedon changed the game for the entire superhero genre, how to balance a large cast coming from different movies for the first time and how the success of the MCU makes “Avengers” now seem small. Plus, the multiverse beckons, the Hulk truly debuts and giving up on Will Smith. [EP273]

In 2020, quarantine looked like it was going to shutter the cruise industry. So what is it like in 2022? Bill Monroe returns to discuss how to keep a safe distance with people while sharing a boat with them. Plus, intimate venues, introspective events and podcasting on the high seas. [EP272]

It’s the 40s! Jon and Elliott discuss the first period piece of the MCU, the connection between “Captain America: the First Avenger” and “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and the difference between a movie star and a great actor. Plus, a surprise visit from Steven Brown! [EP271]

A Shakespearean director takes an Asgardian legend and makes a mediocre movie! Jon and Elliott are joined by “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee” head writer Mike Drucker to discuss Marvel’s take on Thor. Where did Chris Hemsworth come from? Why is Hawkeye in this? Do the jokes still work? All this plus, tips on how to run a writer’s room from a comedy veteran. [EP270]