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"?

Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) reunites with Zelma, who reveals that The Hood (Anthony Ramos) is being consumed by dark energy linked to Dormammu.

The Blood Siblings ambush Riri and Zelma; Riri protects Zelma using her suit’s watch ability.

Clown (Sonia Denis) arrives, forcing Riri to reveal a major secret about Rampage’s death.

Riri’s AI companion, N.A.T.A.L.I.E. (Lyric Ross), shuts down after feeling betrayed.

Ezekiel Stane (Alden Ehrenreich) confronts Riri with powerful electric bionic implants, disabling her suit but sparing her.

After a tense family moment, Riri is encouraged by her mother Ronnie (Anji White) to stand and fight for Chicago.

Together with Ronnie, Landon, Xavier (Matthew Elam), and a returning N.A.T.A.L.I.E., Riri begins rebuilding her suit with magical enhancements from Zelma — at a great cost.

Meanwhile, Parker Robbins seizes his father’s empire using dark energy-fueled corruption, escalating his villainy.

Ironheart Episode 5 Cast & Characters

Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams / Ironheart

Anthony Ramos as Parker Robbins / The Hood

Lyric Ross as Natalie Washington / N.A.T.A.L.I.E.

Matthew Elam as Xavier Washington

Anji White as Ronnie Williams

Shea Colee as Slug

Sonia Denis as Clown

Alden Ehrenreich as Ezekiel Stane

Ironheart MIT Student Bar Quiz – Episode 5 Question

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Question 5: What does White Castle advertise that the home team, Wolfpack, get for free?

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