Mantzoukas returns to the Ringer-Verse to chat with Mal about the outstanding second episode of ‘What If…?’ (9:03) and to break down the role ‘The Bad Batch’ plays in the 'Star Wars' universe (1:00:10). Then, Mal and Mantzoukas look ahead to the releases that they’re anticipating most (1:52:50), from ‘Star Wars: Visions’ to ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ and ‘Eternals’ and beyond. Finally, Mantzoukas Recommends returns (2:02:00), as he shares the stories he’s been enjoying recently, including ‘Infinity Train.’

Host: Mallory Rubin

Guest: Jason Mantzoukas

Producer: Isaac Lee

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal

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The Midnight Boys take a dive into the second episode of Marvel’s ‘What If ... ?’ series and weigh in on what would happen if T’Challa were to become Starlord (03:51). They also dive into nerd news about some controversy surrounding ‘Shang Chi’ and discuss the newest trailer for ‘Star Wars Visions’ (33:05). Then Jomi and Steve join in for a game 4-on-4 talking about their favorite animated media (45:53).

Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van Lathan

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal

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Mallory Rubin is joined by Ben Lindberg of The Ringer to talk about the season premiere of Marvel's 'What If...?' They discuss what they think of the concept of the show as a whole (04:38) before talking about the debut episode and the introduction of Captain Carter into the MCU (36:15). Then they share their thoughts on the season finale of 'The Bad Batch' (69:52) along with personally grading key aspects of the show's first season (101:12).

Host: Mallory Rubin

Guests: Ben Lindberg

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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The MCU multiverse opens up in the form of the Disney+ series "What If... ?" and the Midnight Boys are here to give their instant reactions to the premiere episode (04:50). Van and Charles discuss the storyline of Peggy Carter as the first Avenger and what they liked about her turn in the role (19:35). Then they are joined by Jomi and Steve to play a game of "3-on-3", discussing the best in video game movies (42:35).

Hosts: Charles Holmes and Van Lathan

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal

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The Midnight Boys, Van Lathan and Charles Holmes, are joined by Mallory Rubin to discuss the latest DCEU film, ‘The Suicide Squad,’ directed by James Gunn. They talk about some of their favorite characters and what they brought to this action-packed superhero film (04:24). They also give out their awards for their favorite action scene, favorite joke, movie MVP, and more (87:52).

Hosts: Charles Holmes, Van Lathan, and Mallory Rubin

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal

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Mallory is joined by The Ringer's Andrew Gruttadaro to discuss their love for the latest fantasy adventure 'The Green Knight' by taking a look at The Ringer's exit survey (09:45). They discuss their favorite characters, outfits, and fantastical elements of this medieval tale. Later, they show love to the Netflix series 'Outer Banks' and debate if it's actually a superhero tale (77:06).

Host: Mallory Rubin

Guests: Andrew Gruttadaro

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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Charles and Van discuss the latest news in the world of fandom and give their take on Marvel's "What If ... ?" being canon (05:21) and discuss Scarlett Johansson's recent lawsuit with Disney over the release of 'Black Widow' (12:50). Then they are joined by Jomi to conduct the On-screen Marvel Draft (25:29).

Host: Charles Holmes and Van Lathan

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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Mal is joined by ‘Loki’ head writer and creator Michael Waldron to discuss how the thrilling finale came to be, the show’s MCU-altering choices, and more (03:15). Then, Ringer staff writer Zach Kram joins to share his summer reading recommendations for ‘Loki’ fans interested in discovering more time travel stories (38:47). And then, author and humorist Simon Rich joins to discuss his wonderful new short story collection, ‘New Teeth’ (65:43).

Host: Mallory Rubin

Guests: Michael Waldron, Zach Kram, Simon Rich

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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Van and Charles return to discuss all the latest and greatest in the world of fandom! Van shares his thoughts on the 'Loki' finale (09:31) and dives into the latest nerd news (22:51). Then they are joined by Jomi to draft the best super villains across all of fandom (38:57).

Host: Charles Holmes and Van Lathan

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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Mallory Rubin is joined by The Ringer's Rob Mahoney to discuss the explosive season finale of 'Loki.' They look back on the success of the first season as a whole and consider its place among some of the best entries in the MCU (03:24). Then they break down the shocking reveal and the great performances that surround it (37:35). Later, they hand out awards for the season (123:16) and Mal is joined by Jomi to answer your mailbag questions (147:10).

Host: Mallory Rubin

Guests: Rob Mahoney

Producer: Steve Ahlman

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and TD St. Matthew-Daniel

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