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"I think I fell in love with a lesbian. I think that’s pretty much the top tier story of my life." — The Fat Mantis
The Fat Mantis and Steve kick off the first episode of 2026 by shaking off a brief hiatus and diving headfirst into the latest wave of nerd culture hype. The duo explores the surprising success of Predator: Badlands on VOD before dissecting the massive trailer leaks for Avengers: Doomsday that "scammed" their way into theaters via Avatar 3. From the long-awaited "nineties glory" of Scott Summers' comic-accurate costume to the controversial timeline implications of Steve Rogers' return, the hosts debate whether the MCU is finally finding its footing again. They also touch on the "geriatric" status of Professor X and Magneto, potential Dr. Doom origins, and their shared hope that the X-Men aren't just reduced to a glorified cameo.
Key Takeaways
Predator: Badlands Defies the "Flop" Narrative: Despite internet rumors of it being a Disney disaster, the hosts note it is currently the number one VOD title and successfully made its money back.
The X-Men Reveal Steals the Show: The reveal of James Marsden’s Scott Summers in a comic-accurate blue and gold uniform is the highlight of the new trailers for both the hosts and the chat.
The "Avatar" Trailer Strategy: The hosts discuss how Marvel tried to drive "butts in seats" for Avatar 3 by offering exclusive trailers, only for them to be immediately leaked and cleaned up by AI for the general public.
Steve Rogers and the Timeline Controversy: The episode touches on the debate surrounding Steve Rogers marrying Peggy Carter, with some fans arguing he "stole" another man's future while others believe he deserved his reward.
Cringe Plotlines to Avoid: The hosts express strong distaste for plotlines involving the abduction of children, specifically criticizing recent trends in Stranger Things and potential "Doom stealing children" rumors in the MCU.
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"I think I fell in love with a lesbian. I think that’s pretty much the top tier story of my life." — The Fat Mantis
The Fat Mantis and Steve kick off the first episode of 2026 by shaking off a brief hiatus and diving headfirst into the latest wave of nerd culture hype. The duo explores the surprising success of Predator: Badlands on VOD before dissecting the massive trailer leaks for Avengers: Doomsday that "scammed" their way into theaters via Avatar 3. From the long-awaited "nineties glory" of Scott Summers' comic-accurate costume to the controversial timeline implications of Steve Rogers' return, the hosts debate whether the MCU is finally finding its footing again. They also touch on the "geriatric" status of Professor X and Magneto, potential Dr. Doom origins, and their shared hope that the X-Men aren't just reduced to a glorified cameo.
Key Takeaways
Predator: Badlands Defies the "Flop" Narrative: Despite internet rumors of it being a Disney disaster, the hosts note it is currently the number one VOD title and successfully made its money back.
The X-Men Reveal Steals the Show: The reveal of James Marsden’s Scott Summers in a comic-accurate blue and gold uniform is the highlight of the new trailers for both the hosts and the chat.
The "Avatar" Trailer Strategy: The hosts discuss how Marvel tried to drive "butts in seats" for Avatar 3 by offering exclusive trailers, only for them to be immediately leaked and cleaned up by AI for the general public.
Steve Rogers and the Timeline Controversy: The episode touches on the debate surrounding Steve Rogers marrying Peggy Carter, with some fans arguing he "stole" another man's future while others believe he deserved his reward.
Cringe Plotlines to Avoid: The hosts express strong distaste for plotlines involving the abduction of children, specifically criticizing recent trends in Stranger Things and potential "Doom stealing children" rumors in the MCU.
Check Out Rizz Radio!
https://rizzradio.com/https://www.instagram.com/rizzradio/