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Podcast-616: A Marvel Universe Podcast

Film Stories
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Daredevil
Wilson Fisk
Wandavision
Daredevil: Born Again
Agatha All Along
Matt Murdock
Daredevil Born Again
Foggy Nelson
Echo
Ironheart
Loki
Riri Williams
Captain America: Brave New World
Muse
Thunderbolts
Netflix
Mephisto
Marvel Zombies
Deadpool and Wolverine

PODCAST-616 is a podcast all about the Marvel Universe. Hosts Hugh McStay and Ashley Thomas, along with a rotating assortment guests will cover old & brand new MCU content across multiple platforms, dissecting and discussing everything Marvel on screen, as well as bonus content covering comics, cosplay, MCU news, and more. A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk

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We are armed to the teeth and ready to chat about The Punisher: One Last Kill on Podcast-616 this week! Joining Ashley to discuss this Marvel Special is returning guest, Robert Clark. Grab a cup of black coffee or a bottle of whiskey and join us for ... more

166. Daredevil: Born Again 2x08 “The Southern Cross”

Hugh and Ashley reunite to discuss the season finale of Daredevil:

Born Again season 2, The Southern Cross.

Your intrepid hosts are joined by the co-chair of the Charlie Cox Appreciation Society,... more

In this episode of Podcast-616, Ashley is back behind the mic with returning 616 guest, Mark Adams, to discuss Daredevil: Born Again 2x07 "The Hateful Darkness." The penultimate episode of Daredevil: Born Again is a doozy. Say a prayer for consolati... more

Hugh returns to hosting duties this week as he and noted Elden Henson hater Robert Turnbull discuss episode six of Daredevil: Born Again,

Requiem, featuring the return of everyone’s favourite sardonic private eye, Jessica Jones.

The gents discuss a ... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Adams
Host of Chucky Vision, Shipwrecked & Comatose, and The Nasty Cast
Chucky Vision / The Nasty Cast
Episode: 165. Daredevil: Born Again 2x07 “The Hateful Darkness”
Craig McKenzie
Guest, regular contributor on Podcast-616
Podcast-616 / Film Stories
Episode: 162. Daredevil: Born Again 2x04 “Gloves Off”
Baz Greenland
Author and podcaster
Independent/Guest on Podcast616
Episode: 161. Daredevil: Born Again 2x02 - 2x03 "Shoot the Moon" and "The Scales and the Sword"
Matthew Lillard
Actor, guest on the episode discussing Mr. Charles
Actor
Episode: 160. Daredevil: Born Again 2x01 “The Northern Star”
Julia Mercado
Writer, critic, and podcaster
Episode: 155. Ironheart 1x04 – 1x06
Ashley Wijangco
Writer, contributor to fangirlish.com, POC Culture, and BAM Smack Pow
Episode: 154. Ironheart 1x01 - 1x03
Dan Owen
Co-host of Vampire Videos
Vampire Videos
Episode: 153. Thunderbolts*
Brandi Jackola
Host of Shield Podulation and The Unready Room
Episode: 152. Daredevil: Born Again 1x09 "Straight to Hell"
Robert Clark
Host of Creepy and Geeky Podcast
Creepy and Geeky Podcast
Episode: 144. Captain America: Brave New World

Hosts

Hugh McStay
Co-host of Podcast 616; appears as a regular host with film industry familiarity and critical MCU analysis.
Ashley Thomas
Host with frequent guest appearances; contributes scene-level insights and cultural/contextual analysis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Marvel-ous!

    The hosts are so knowledgable and passionate about all things Marvel. Listening to this is a great way to gain some extra insight into the MCU etc from some people who really knwo what they're talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samwellpv
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Great ongoing series chronicling the Marvel TV shows. The rotating family of hosts keeps things fresh and the episodes are constantly insightful.

    Podchaser
    5
    Matt Latham
    5 years ago

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Guests bring fresh perspectives that enrich episode conversations.
Insightful hosts deliver thoughtful MCU analysis with clear enthusiasm.
Shows depth without losing accessibility for casual fans.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

159. Wonder Man
Q: Do you have any familiarity with Wonder Man from the comics at all?
Both hosts admit to going in fresh and discuss how that lack of heavy expectation allowed them to evaluate the show on its own merits, focusing on performances, tone, and the craft of acting rather than comic-accurate canon.
166. Daredevil: Born Again 2x08 “The Southern Cross”
Q: What did you make of Matt's choice to out himself and confront the system directly?
The panel views it as a bold, principled move that underscores Matt's ethics and the show's exploration of grace versus vengeance, even as it jeopardizes his own freedom.
166. Daredevil: Born Again 2x08 “The Southern Cross”
Q: What are your thoughts on the uprising and the chaos in the streets following the reveal?
The guests discuss the delicate line between righteous anger and mob violence, noting how the show captures the tension between peaceful protest and destructive action, while also drawing parallels to real-world events.
166. Daredevil: Born Again 2x08 “The Southern Cross”
Q: Julia, what do you think of Matt and Fisk finally facing off in a court of law?
Julia describes the courtroom duel as electric and pivotal, with Matt's reveal as Daredevil reframing the feud from personal vendetta to a broader clash over justice and the city's future.
161. Daredevil: Born Again 2x02 - 2x03 "Shoot the Moon" and "The Scales and the Sword"
Q: Tell me all your thoughts, Baz.
Baz shares that the season's second and third episodes are weaving intense character work, strong parallels to real-world power struggles, and a growing ensemble with Angela stepping into a larger role. He highlights Vanessa's dark turn, Karen's legal ascent, and the dangerous dance of trust and manipulation among Fisk, Buck, and the anti-vigilante faction.

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