As the Rona infects just about everything, X & Van react to the live-action casting of #Ahsoka, discuss the near future of the MCU, and comic news on this issue of the #BlackVariant.

As Rona takes over the world, X & Van decide the MOUNT RUSHMORE of Villains, predictions for the upcoming Batman event JOKER WAR, and more comic news in Issue 10.

#BatmanSZN continues as X & Van react to the unveiling of the Batmobile, the #GOTG join Thor: Love & Thunder, and the importance of the upcoming story: #ThreeJokers

X & Van break down the new era of #StarWars, Bob Iger stepping down as Disney CEO, and the Disney+/Lizzie McGuire debacle and what it means for upcoming MCU projects.

On the latest issue of The Black Variant, X & Van discuss Ben Affleck's revealing new interview where he describes his experience writing his version of THE BATMAN, a HUGE shake up in DC editorial, and an interesting addition to FALCON & WINTER SOLDIER.

Batman SZN has begun. X and Van react to director Matt Reeves breaking the internet with the reveal of the Batsuit from 'The Batman,' as well as some new information on the movie. They also talk about LGBTQ representation in comic book movies, and they handle a hefty slate of rumors about the DCEU.

As "Arrow" ends its legendary run, X & Van discuss the impact of this show on the vision of an interconnected superhero universe, the possibility of a sequel to 2017's Metal, and a discussion about the Amber Heard/Johnny Depp situation and how it may effect her status in the DCU. Finally, Van gets on his soapbox again this week!

Darkness surrounds Obi-Wan Kenobi, a surprise return for "Titans," and Van tries to reign in X (#BlameTim) on the latest issue of The Black Variant!

Ezra Miller shocks the Arrowverse, and is there major problems with Star Wars' Obi-Wan series?

X and Van link up for the newest issue of The Black Variant—where they review the TV adaption of "Crisis on Infinite Earths," a new Green Lantern series on HBO Max, and Taika Watiti being courted to the Dark Side. Van also gives his two cents on this week's edition of "Van's Soapbox."

Excelsior Bitches! Welcome to The Black Variant! A podcast focused on nerd culture—spanning the universe of comics to the silver screen.

On the Inaugural episode, X and Van talk about JOKER's historic nominations at the Academy Awards, their thoughts on the new BIRDS OF PREY & MORBIUS trailers, and their review of BATMAN #86.