Zach & Tavie's Marvelous Adventure

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Join Zach Woliner, a seasoned Marvel fan/expert, and Tavie Phillips, a relative newcomer to all things Marvel, as they take a journey through the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as a result of Pedro Pascal being cast as Reed Richards in Fantastic Four: First Steps, and aim to have her as caught up on things as possible before its debut (and ideally after that too). Plot is discussed, so this your SPOILER WARNING.

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Episode 17 – Ant-Man (with special guest Tom Scharpling)
24d ago · 1:36:00
Zach & Tavie welcome their very special FIRST EVER GUEST, the host of The Best Show and national best-selling author, TOM SCHARPLING, to the show to discuss 2015’s Ant-Man starring Paul Rudd and directed by Peyton Reed. Without Tom, our two hosts would likely have never met. In an incredibly fun and funny installment, Tom discusses his friendship with Reed, how his visit to the set turned into filming a scene, and how that scene was unfortunately left on the cutting room floor. Tom also shares his history with Marvel comics and media, as well as insights from his perspective as a pro in the in
Episode 16 – Avengers: Age Of Ultron
1mo ago · 1:25:55
In this episode, Zach and Tavie discuss the second (and quite possibly least popular) Avengers film, Avengers: Age Of Ultron. Yes, the whole family is back together, facing off against James Spader’s Tony Stark-modeled evil robot, at least initially joined by the Maximoff twins previously teased in the Winter Soldier mid-credits tease, Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch and Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Quicksilver (though he is definitely never referred to as such within the film). Joss Whedon returns to direct this, bringing along his typical overly quippy dialogue, some other lines that are incredibl
Episode 15 – Daredevil – Season 1
3mo ago · 1:33:25
Zach and Tavie stay television-focused in this one, as they enter the Netflix era of the street-level superheroes of New York City, starting off with Daredevil. Join Matt Murdock, lawyer by day and costumed vigilante by night, as he works alongside Foggy Nelson and Karen page to bring down the criminal empire of The Kingpin, Wilson Fisk, and his various associates. This is different, however, in that they tackle A FULL SEASON of 13 episodes. Brace yourselves, as this is a big one. It’s a darker, grittier side of the MCU, and until recently, its canon status to the larger established world was
Episode 14 – Agent Carter – Episodes 1 & 2
5mo ago · 55:06
We make our way back to the small screen and join Agent Peggy Carter in her continuing adventures since her well received One-Shot, which we previously discussed. Hayley Atwell is back, once more showing that even a lady in 1946 can kick butt and take names, joined by names and faces old and new. Speaking of which, we learn a little more about the back-story of Howard Stark and his similarities to his future son. Plus we get the all-too-spooky introduction of a character who is familiar yet new, Edwin Jarvis. This episode covers so much, including Peggy’s multiple disguises, more fighting sexi
Episode 13 – Guardians Of The Galaxy
5mo ago · 1:01:15
In this exciting installment, we go full sci-fi travel to various worlds (complete with matching title cards) across the galaxy and meet its new guardians. That’s right, it’s Guardians Of The Galaxy! We meet the unlikely team of heroes in James Gunn’s entry point into the MCU, Peter Quill/Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, and the immensely marketable pair of Rocket Raccoon and Groot, as they deal with the threat of Ronan and the new Infinity Stone that we’re introduced to. Of course, on that note, we get to get more of Thanos ever before, as the MCU begins to truly establish him as the big bad he is. I
Episode 12 – Special The Fantastic Four: First Steps Check-In
6mo ago · 45:28
It’s finally here! The whole reason for this podcast’s existence! To celebrate, Zach and Tavie recorded a special check-in before and after they each saw Pedro Pascal’s Marvel debut, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. It’s Tavie’s very first Marvel Studios theatrical viewing experience! How exciting! While a shorter installment than usual, lacking the regular segments of SPOT THE STAN, MARVEL TRIVIA, and PENNY’S CORNER, it’s still a very fun one, going over anticipation levels, cast, style, overall enjoyment, ties to the greater multiverse, as well as comparisons to the source material and prior
Episode 11 – Captain America: The Winter Soldier
7mo ago · 1:26:31
It’s the second entry in the Captain America film series and one of the most highly-regarded films of the entire MCU, Captain America: The Winter Soldier. The Russo brothers’ inaugural installment within this shared universe brings some great espionage thriller vibes, not to mention some great shield action (as well as plenty of SHIELD action). We join a post-Avengers Steve Rogers as he continues to find his way in the modern world as a man out of time, now working alongside Nick Fury and SHIELD, Natasha Romanoff (aka The Black Widow), and new friend and partner, Sam Wilson (aka The Falcon). C
Episode 10 – Marvel One-Shots
8mo ago · 52:48
We are back with our VERY SPECIAL MILESTONE TENTH EPISODE! Aside from just hitting that number, it’s also special in that this is not about a movie nor a television series, but a selection of the MARVEL ONE-SHOTS! For those not in the know, these were short films included as home video bonus features to flesh out some of the gaps in the MCU continuity that wouldn’t fit into another media format. We’ve got The Consultant, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Thor’s Hammer, Item 47, Agent Carter (not to be confused with her later series which this was clearly a test run for), and All Hail The Ki
Episode 9 – Thor: The Dark World
9mo ago · 1:03:07
We are back with an all-new episode covering the first character to get a solo film sequel since Iron Man with Thor: The Dark World! In this new entry of the thunder god’s (but not really, as the film makes sure to hammer in) saga, we see him coming up against Malekith and the Dark Elves from the titular Dark World (seemingly the same place as Svartalfeim, accompanied by that truly cursed Algrim. During the course of events, Thor even teams up with Loki at a point, much to the dismay of The Warriors Three, as well as Lady Sif, who ever-so-briefly seems to be part of a potential love triangle,
Episode 8 – Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. – Episodes 1 & 2
10mo ago · 54:23
In a very different episode, Zach & Tavie jump from the big screen to the small, as they take a look at the first television show set within the MCU (or is it?). That’s right, COULSON LIVES! It’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D., with a fan favorite, a couple of cool cameos, and an otherwise brand new cast of (conventionally attractive) agents in their Buffy-esque team. Join seemingly resurrected Phil Coulson, along with agents Ward, May, Fitz, Simmons, their new hacker recruit, Skye, as well as new plain-clothes superhero, Mike Peterson, for some fun new adventures. It’s even got flying cars, long afte
Episode 7 – Iron Man 3
11mo ago · 1:11:58
Zach & Tavie check out the apparent Christmas movie and final installment of the Iron Man trilogy, as well as the last traditionally numbered sequel for a solo character in the MCU, Iron Man 3! It’s very different from what came before, no longer directed by Jon Favreau, but taken on by Shane Black, where you can definitely pick up some Lethal Weapon vibes at times. It’s also got some narration and for some reason treats the story as if it concluded a completely stand-alone trilogy for Tony Stark, not in a greater shared universe. Join our hosts as they break down Tony’s largely armor-free per
Episode 6 – The Avengers
11mo ago · 1:23:44
Zach & Tavie reach a major turning point in this special GIANT-SIZE installment of the show, discussing what everything thus far has been building to in the MCU at this point, 2012’s team-up film, The Avengers (or Avengers Assemble, depending on where you live in the world). It’s an exciting one with a lot to take in and go over, as we come to the conclusion of Phase 1. We take a dive into addressing the problematic elephant in the room with director and co-writer Joss Whedon and his one-liners a-plenty. There’s also a whole bunch of Zach’s nerdy nitpicks of all sorts. Not to mention going dow
Episode 5 – Captain America: The First Avenger
12mo ago · 1:06:33
Zach & Tavie are in for a whole bunch of firsts this time, including the first Marvel Studios Captain America film, the first film in the MCU to have a subtitle, starring the first character that was not a Stan Lee co-creation, “the first of many”, etc. It’s a classic action-adventure World War 2 period piece showing how the 98-pound weakling, Steve Rogers, was transformed into that example of peak human perfection, the super soldier called Captain America, as brought to life by former Johnny Storm, Chris Evans. Listen and hear Tavie’s personal connection to the time and location that a fair a
Episode 4 – Thor
1y ago · 56:58
Zach & Tavie take a trip to other realms within their larger journey through the MCU, specifically focusing on Asgard, though plenty of time is also spent on Midgard (even if it is barely ever referred to as such in the film). That’s right, it’s time for Thor! The film AND the character! Also, Odin, Loki, Frigga, Sif, The Warriors Three (which is easier to remember than they’re individual names, which also only get mentioned so often), and earthly figures like Jane Foster, Dr. Erik Selvig, and the primary relief figure of Darcy. We get fun nicknames, including one borrowed from another movie-b
Episode 3 – Iron Man 2
1y ago · 53:58
Zach & Tavie return to the world of Tony Stark and his suits of armor in their very first sequel, Iron Man 2! We get a recast Rhodey in Don Cheadle, more Nick Fury and world-building in the lead-up to The Avengers, a Beetlejuice Beetlejuice connection, Walt Disney vibes before Marvel was even owned by Disney, Garry Schandling, childhood cartoon reminiscing, and cameos-a-plenty from real world figures, including an unfortunate one that didn’t age so well (and could maybe use a disclaimer, in today’s media landscape?). We also address questions such as “Has Tony slipped into his old ways a bit?”
Episode 2 – The Incredible Hulk
1y ago · 48:21
Zach is joined once again by Tavie, as she decided that (at least so far) this journey was worth continuing. In this second installment, they take on 2008’s Incredible Hulk, featuring the first and last time Edward Norton would feature as the titular role’s human alter ego. Additionally, we meet several characters that we won’t see again for quite some time, some longer than others. Plus, an Iron Man addendum and answering questions like “Is this a requel?”, “What’s a requel?”, “How many allusions to the 1970s television show are featured?”, “What ties this film to a celebrated Christmas class
Episode 1 – Iron Man
1y ago · 55:54
Welcome to the first installment of ZACH & TAVIE'S MARVELOUS ADVENTURE! Join Zach Woliner, a seasoned Marvel fan and expert, as he guides Tavie Phillips, a relative newcomer to all things Marvel, on a journey through the Marvel Cinematic Universe, based on her fandom of all things Pedro Pascal, his being cast as Reed Richards in Fantastic Four: First Steps, and trying to get as caught up as possible prior to its release. This episode starts things off where it all began, with 2008's Iron Man, directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey Jr. Did Tavie find it watchable, and if so, at what

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Episodes 17

Episode 17 – Ant-Man (with special guest Tom Scharpling)

Episode 16 – Avengers: Age Of Ultron

Episode 15 – Daredevil – Season 1

Episode 14 – Agent Carter – Episodes 1 & 2

Episode 13 – Guardians Of The Galaxy

Episode 12 – Special The Fantastic Four: First Steps Check-In

Episode 11 – Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Episode 10 – Marvel One-Shots

Episode 9 – Thor: The Dark World

Episode 8 – Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. – Episodes 1 & 2

Episode 7 – Iron Man 3

Episode 6 – The Avengers

Episode 5 – Captain America: The First Avenger

Episode 4 – Thor

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Episode 17 – Ant-Man (with special guest Tom Scharpling)

Episode 16 – Avengers: Age Of Ultron

Episode 15 – Daredevil – Season 1

Episode 14 – Agent Carter – Episodes 1 & 2

Episode 13 – Guardians Of The Galaxy

Episode 12 – Special The Fantastic Four: First Steps Check-In

Episode 11 – Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Episode 10 – Marvel One-Shots

Episode 9 – Thor: The Dark World

Episode 8 – Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. – Episodes 1 & 2

Episode 7 – Iron Man 3

Episode 6 – The Avengers

Episode 5 – Captain America: The First Avenger

Episode 4 – Thor

Episode 3 – Iron Man 2

Episode 2 – The Incredible Hulk

Episode 1 – Iron Man