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The Escape Pod Podcast

Alex Azor & Andrew Parker
Stranger Things
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Star Wars
Spider-Man
Daredevil
Marvel
Superhero Movies
Superman
Invincible
X-Men 97
Pop Culture
Avatar: the Last Airbender
Fantastic Four
Andor
Deadpool
DC Universe
Thunderbolts
Pixar
Transformers
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Andrew Parker (Wafellow) & Alex Azor (Hat Guy) discuss their thoughts and opinions on anything and everything in pop culture, but at the end of the day this is a podcast about Superheroes, Horses, and Docking.

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In this episode the boys rank their top 10 favorite projects of 2026 so far. They also rank their top 10 favorite projects since January 2023 (when the podcast started)

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On this episode of The Escape Pod the boys are joined by the legendary TODD MCFARLANE (creator of Spawn, Venom, and hat guy's personal all time favorite artist)

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In this episode Andrew and Alex review the finale of The Boys along with season 5 as a whole. They also talk the horror movie Obsession! This episode ends with full spoiler talk for The Mandalorian and Grogu.

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In this episode the boys review The Mandalorian and Grogu! They also review Punisher One Last Kill and ask each other questions in their hot seat segment.

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Recent Guests

Todd McFarlane
Personal favorite artist, creator of Spawn, founder of Image Comics
Image Comics / Spawn
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Robert Kirkman
Creator of Invincible; head producer on TV series and comic book author
Invincible (image comics; Skybound)
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Brad Winderbaum
Head of Marvel Television, longtime MCU producer
Marvel/Disney
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Rob Liefeld
Comic book creator known for iconic characters like Deadpool
Image Comics
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Ethan Evans
Fourth down quarterback punter for the Rams, and an avid fan of superheroes
Los Angeles Rams
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Nikhil Clayton
Content creator focused on comic-related content, especially X-Men.
TikTok and YouTube content creator
Episode: With Great Power Comes Great I don't need you anymore-Ability!
Sammy J
Pop culture enthusiast and commentator
Episode: With Great Power Comes Great Rebirth-Ability!
Luke's Lightsabers
Creator of Lightsaber and Star Wars content
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Hudson Thames
Voice actor portraying Spider-Man in 'Your Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman'
Disney+
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Hosts

Andrew Parker
Host collaborating on pop culture discussions and superhero content.
Alex Azor
Co-host specializing in pop culture takes on superhero media with energetic banter.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
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    Good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomasVM3
    Belgium2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Great show only things I’ll never understand is how you don’t like the Moon Knight show or Cars 2 if you could, please explain in an episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spider-boy95
    Canada2 months ago
  • Funny fellas

    They are hilarious, period

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L_to_the_B
    United States2 months ago
  • This show is great!

    I love the banter and commentary on every episode. I’m also glad to see more TASM 2 love. It’s in my top 3.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kckirby96
    United States3 months ago
  • This is such a fun podcast

    Not the same as it used to be not their fault, but just not the same. I wish they would go more in depth in their reviews for current movies coming out in the spoiler section talking about specific moments and not the movie overall.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bananapants14
    United States3 months ago

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Q: What do you think about Transformers and your favorite Transformer material?
Kirkman expresses deep appreciation for Transformers across the 84 cartoon, 86 movie, Bayverse films, and Transformers Animated, highlighting the impact of the franchise on his work and taste.
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Q: What are your four favorite movies?
Kirkman lists Mad Max: Fury Road, Speed Racer, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and a Quentin Tarantino film in the fourth slot, praising Tarantino generally.
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Q: Do you have a ranking of the seasons from best to worst?
Kirkman suggests season four is strong, with season two being quieter and possibly bottom in some rankings, while acknowledging recency bias but stating four is strongest in his view.
With Great Power Comes Great Brad Winderbaum-Ability!
Q: What's the biggest challenge producing Daredevil Born Again during the pandemic era?
The team leaned into a new look and a willingness to go all-in on continuity and tone, which created a distinct aesthetic compared to earlier seasons.
With Great Power Comes Great Brad Winderbaum-Ability!
Q: What makes the Spider-Man: Friendly Neighborhood show different in terms of character development?
Brad explains that the show allows long arcs and friendships to simmer, enabling emotional investments before major twists and set-piece moments.

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This show blends energetic nerd banter with thoughtful takes on superhero cinema, streaming series, and broader pop culture. Episodes swing between spoiler-heavy reviews and spoiler-free overviews, with hosts exploring franchise trajectories, casting decisions, and behind-the-scenes storytelling. A hallmark is their dynamic, humor-forward chemistry—often swapping quick-fire takes, audience callbacks, and sponsorship breaks—while regularly revisiting beloved properties and current releases through a community-driven lens. A standout aspect is the recurring focus on the creative process and industry context, delivered with a candid, lighthearted attitude that appeals to listeners who want entertainment talk plus nerdy analysis.

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3. Brad Winderbaum
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7. Sammy J
8. Luke's Lightsabers

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