Explore every episode of the podcast Variant: The Podcast
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| How Much Will Deadpool & Wolverine Change the MCU? | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:54:55 | |
Now that we've got our first look at the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, how much will it actually impact the MCU? Other topics include the Fantastic Four cast, King Kong getting a gauntlet, and more. Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com | |||
| Could Elon Musk Really Buy Disney? | 13 Feb 2024 | 01:03:46 | |
In this episode, Tim and Arris discuss Elon Musk's multi-front counterpunch against Disney, and the possibility of an Elon Musk lead investment group aquire the Walt Disney Company. Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com
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| Marvel's Collapse: Beginning Of The End For The MCU? | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:43:58 | |
In this episode, Tim and Arris are joined by Jeff Itkin, the Golden Age Guru, to give their reactions to the now infamous Variety article detailing the current crisis at Marvel Studios. Follow the Golden Age Guru on Instagram @goldenageguru Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com | |||
| Episode 42 | Three Jokers vs The Joker War | 12 Oct 2020 | 01:09:21 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly recap Three Jokers Book 2 and the Joker War finale in Batman #100, to see how they compare and where they're taking the DC Universe. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 41 | If You Could Have Any Superpower | 05 Oct 2020 | 00:33:44 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly give their answers to the oldest question in Geekdom..."If you could have any superpower, which would it be?" Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 40 | Why Marvel's List Of Their Smartest Characters Is Completely Wrong? | 29 Sep 2020 | 00:47:11 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly discuss their list of Marvel's most intelligent human characters, and why Marvel's own list is completely wrong! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 39 | Who Are The Greatest Hero/Villain Rivalries In Comics? | 15 Sep 2020 | 00:35:09 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly reveal their favorite Hero/Villain rivalries and why they find them so compelling! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 38 | Three Jokers Finally Arrives | 04 Sep 2020 | 01:30:12 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly pay tribute to Chadwick Boseman, and discuss the first issue of Geoff Johns' Three Jokers mini-series, Donny Cates' Thor run, and Maestro #1 by Peter David. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 37 | DC FanDome Breaks The Internet | 28 Aug 2020 | 01:38:33 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly talk about the biggest reveals and the greatest moments of DC FanDome, including our first look at the live action Cheetah, the crazy cast of Suicide Squad, the JSA reveal in Black Adam, the Snyder Cut teaser, and of course, The Batman trailer. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 36 | DC's Bloody Monday | 19 Aug 2020 | 00:57:31 | |
In today's episode, hosts Tim Connolly and Arris Quinones discuss the recently announced layoffs at DC Entertainment, and what it means for the future of the comic publishing icon. Go to https://NordVPN.com/variantpodcast and use code VARIANTPODCAST to get 68% off a 2 year plan, plus 1 additional month free. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 35 | Why Batman Is DC's Most Intelligent Man | 15 Aug 2020 | 00:37:43 | |
In today's episode, hosts Tim Connolly and Arris Quinones layout their case for Why Batman is the most intelligent man in the DC Universe. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 34 | DC FanDome Cometh | 08 Aug 2020 | 00:58:53 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly discuss the uneventful nature of Comic-Con@Home, the upcoming DC FanDome event and it's possibilities, and much more. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 33 | Marvel's Empyre Could Use More Hulk | 26 Jul 2020 | 00:49:24 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly talk Comic-Con@Home and Marvel's new crossover event, EMPYRE, including why it could use a little more Bruce Banner Hulk. Star Trek: Lower Decks First Look - https://youtu.be/64obsPsXxkE Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast
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| Do We Still Want This List of Movie Sequels? | 27 Oct 2023 | 01:10:55 | |
In this episode, Arris and Tim talk Loki, recent comments by Kevin Feige, and whether we really still want the list of delayed sequels listed by Screen Rant. Use our invite link to set up your FREE on Whatnot and follow VariantComics to get a $10 Credit toward your first buy! https://whatnot.com/invite/variantcomics Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com | |||
| Episode 32 | Why DC is Dominating Geedom | 16 Jul 2020 | 01:01:25 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly return from a brief hiatus and discuss DC's recent dominance in comics, movies, and TV news. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 31 | Comic Question Challenge | 25 Jun 2020 | 00:47:06 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly answer questions from the Variant Nation while trying to avoid an unfortunate alternative. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 30 | The Snyder Cut Possibilities Are Endless | 10 Jun 2020 | 00:46:16 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly layout their theories and ideas for how Warner Bros and HBOMax could use the Snyder Cut to expand the DC Cinematic world. Watch our initial reaction to The Snyder Cut Announcement! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Weekend One Shot | Why Do We Love The Joker? | 01 Jun 2020 | 00:17:07 | |
In this Weekend One Shot, as we lead up to The Joker War in Batman #95, Arris and Tim talk about why the Joker remains the villain we most love to hate in comics. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 29 | Everything We Missed In JLD: Apokolips War | 27 May 2020 | 00:27:06 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly discuss all the things they missed the first time in the Justice League Dark: Apokolips War animated movie, as well as the recently revealed Gold Lantern to be introduced in DC's Legion of Super-Heroes #6! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Weekend One Shot | The Snyder Cut Released! | 23 May 2020 | 00:31:41 | |
In this Weekend One Shot, hosts Tim Connolly and Arris Quinones react to the Snyder Cut Release news, and compare their previous statements and predictions on the topic with what has been confirmed so far. Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 28 | How The Clone Wars Finale Broke Our Hearts And Saved Star Wars | 18 May 2020 | 00:52:56 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly talk about the recent conclusion to The Clone Wars series on Disney+, and how it showed what the future of Star Wars could be. Other topics include: The Transformers animated movie, Marvel potentially making Taskmaster female, and the Russo brothers producing a live-action Hercules for Disney! Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Justice League Dark: Apokolips War Pulled Out All The Stops | 12 May 2020 | 00:21:07 | |
Today on Variant, Arris and Tim give their reaction to DC Animation's mind-blowing final film in the current DCAMU continuity, Justice League Dark: Apokolips War! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 27 | Arris Faces Tough Questions In The Variant Hot Seat | 10 May 2020 | 01:06:54 | |
In today's episode, Arris Quinones finds himself in the very first Variant Hot Seat, with Tim Connolly pulling no punches and hitting him with questions like "Marvel or DC and why?" Other topics include: One Punch Man's live action movie, Comics full return on May 20th, and TMNT: The Last Ronin! Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Highlights | JJ Abrams Developing Live Action Justice League Dark Series | 03 May 2020 | 00:12:33 | |
In this highlight from Episode 26, Arris and Tim discuss their thoughts on the newly announced Justice League Dark series that JJ Abrams is developing for HBO Max. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! | |||
| New York Comic Con Was Wild | 20 Oct 2023 | 00:59:26 | |
In this episode, Tim and Arris talk about the wild time at New York Comic Con 2023, including hosting the Skybound Energon Universe panel, Variant's new Whatnot shop launch, announcing Arris' next original comic - Rise of the Kokin, interviewing Rob Liefeld, and much more. Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com | |||
| Episode 26 | The Return of Comic Books | 28 Apr 2020 | 01:15:18 | |
In today's episode, hosts Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly discuss the return of new comics this week, starting with several new titles from DC. Other topics include: Saying goodbye to SDCC 2020, JJ Abrams developing a Justice League Dark series for HBO, Clone Wars season 7, Myst being developed into a TV series, and more! Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Highlights | Best Free Streaming Options During Lockdown | 26 Apr 2020 | 00:18:02 | |
Hosts Tim Connolly and Arris Quinones give you their favorite options for content platforms you can stream for free while staying home! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast - Free Content Recommendations -
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| Highlight | Why Bloodshot Should Get A Sequel | 21 Apr 2020 | 00:13:58 | |
In this clip from Episode 25, Tim and Arris talk about the live-action Bloodshot movie from Sony and Valiant Entertainment, and why it deserves a sequel. (**SPOILER WARNING for the new Bloodshot movie**) Recommended Variant Episode: History of Bloodshot Help us support the fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic by donating $1 or more to: Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 25 | DC Wants To Save Comics | 18 Apr 2020 | 01:22:49 | |
In today's episode, Tim Connolly and Arris Quinones have a lot to talk about. Topics include the new release dates for MCU Phase 4, DC going big to aid local comic shops, Sony's Bloodshot movie, what they're reading and watching during lockdown, and more! Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating $1 or more to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast
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| Episode 24 | When Will DC And Marvel Start Publishing Again? | 07 Apr 2020 | 01:01:39 | |
In today's episode, Arris and Tim talk about when we might see the major Comic Publishers start releasing new comics again, as well as give their reactions to Netflix's Tiger King series. Join Variant in providing support for our Food Banks by Donating to FeedingAmerica.org and FeedTheFight.org! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 23 | COVID-19 Might Change The Comic Book Industry Forever | 29 Mar 2020 | 00:51:38 | |
In this episode, Arris Quinones and Tim Connolly discuss the decision by Diamond Comic Distributors to stop shipping new comics due to the effects of COVID-19, and how it could force permanent change in the Comic Book industry. Other topics include: Marvel's reboot of the New Warriors comic, Rosario Dawson being cast as Ahsoka Tano in The Mandalorian, and RDJ possibly returning to the MCU. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 22 | The Day The Earth Stood Still | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:54:54 | |
In this episode, Tim and Arris talk about the COVID-19 pandemic, and how the extreme actions taken to fight it could necessitate major changes for the Comic Book and Entertainment industries. Watch Variant's recommended Episode: Doctor Doom Goes To Hell Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast
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| Episode 21 | Is High Republic The Future Of Star Wars? | 15 Mar 2020 | 00:48:43 | |
Today on the Podcast, Arris and Tim address the Coronavirus outbreak, and discuss a myriad of topics, including DC's Three Jokers, Star Wars High Republic, Christian Bale's casting in Thor: Love and Thunder, and more! Watch the Star Wars: High Republic featurette here... http://bit.ly/2INCenM Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast
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| Episode 20 | Jim Lee Attempts To Address The Situation At DC | 07 Mar 2020 | 00:44:40 | |
In today's Episode, Tim and Arris comb through Jim Lee's recent comments at C2E2 2020 regarding the future of DC Publishing. Other topics include Donny Cates' comments on Mjolnir malfunctioning in Thor #7, Joker's new love interest, Punchline, and the bright future of comics and Geekdom. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 19 | The DC Publishing Madness Continues | 05 Mar 2020 | 00:57:21 | |
In today's Podcast, Arris and Tim dive deeper into the state of DC comics, including the recent sudden departure of Co-Publisher Dan Didio. Other topics include, Thor issue #3, Star Wars High Republic, and HBO's series The Outsider. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Ahsoka Ends and Loki Begins | 10 Oct 2023 | 01:07:46 | |
In this episode, Arris and Tim discuss the Ahsoka finale, the return of the Loki series, and Variant's new Whatnot shop where we'll be dropping exclusive and limited-edition collectibles! Follow Variant for FREE on Whatnot and get up to $200 toward your first purchase when! https://whatnot.com/invite/variantcomics - First Variant X Whatnot Exclusives drop hits on 10/13/23, during NYCC! Watch the Video Version of the Variant the Podcast Get Variant Merch @ https://variantcomics.com | |||
| Episode 18 | New Batmobile Revealed | 05 Mar 2020 | 00:11:54 | |
In this special episode of Variant of the Podcast, Arris and Tim give their reactions to the reveal of the new Batmobile for Matt Reeves' The Batman'. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode #17 | The Batman, Sonic's Big Movie, and Audience Questions | 29 Feb 2020 | 00:50:48 | |
In today's Podcast, Tim and Arris talk more about the new Batsuit for The Batman, give their thoughts on Sonic's first big movie, as well as Scott Snyder's Death Metal series for DC, and answer some of your questions! Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode #16 | Are DC & Marvel Getting Ready To Merge? | 24 Feb 2020 | 00:19:19 | |
In this special episode, Tim and Arris highlight the interesting DC/Marvel Crossover references made in Geoff Johns' Doomsday Clock #12 and Donnie Cates' Thor #2, and how they could relate to the growing rumors surrounding the future of DC Publishing. Recommended Episodes: Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Highlights | Episode 15 | Why Doomsday Clock Is Among The Greatest Superman Stories Ever Told | 20 Feb 2020 | 00:17:03 | |
In this highlight clip from Episode 15, Tim and Arris layout why they believe Geoff John's Doomsday Clock series is one of the greatest and most important Superman stories ever told. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 15 | The Biggest Problem With The Birds Of Prey Movie | 19 Feb 2020 | 01:04:50 | |
Arris and Tim talk about their biggest issues with the Birds of Prey Movie, as well as the epic conclusion to Geoff Johns' Doomsday Clock series. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 14 | Is There A Creative Power Struggle At LucasFilm? | 10 Feb 2020 | 00:39:35 | |
Arris and Tim give their thoughts on the first teaser for Marvel's The Falcon and Winter Soldier, WandaVision, and Loki series, as well as the Obi-Wan series delay and possible future for the Star Wars franchise. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 13 | Comic Book Characters That Deserve a Movie or TV Series | 09 Feb 2020 | 00:49:41 | |
Arris and Tim talk about the comic book characters that they would like to see get the live action treatment on either the big or small screen and why. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 12 | The Crisis on Infinite Earths Aftermath | 30 Jan 2020 | 00:36:41 | |
Arris and Tim discuss the biggest moments from CW's Crisis on Infinite Earths TV event and what impact it might have on the DCEU. Also on the docket is DC's upcoming Batman/Joker war. This Episode Sponsored by RODE Microphones Check out the RODEcaster Pro : https://www.rode.com/rodecasterpro Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode 11 | The Morbius Effect | 22 Jan 2020 | 01:06:01 | |
Arris and Tim discuss Sony's upcoming Morbius film and it's revealed crossover with the MCU, as well as their final thoughts on HBO's Watchmen series, Batman #86 introducing a new creative team and story arc, and more. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode #10 | The Rise of Skywalker, Thor #1, and The Most Anticipated Things For 2020 | 11 Jan 2020 | 00:57:17 | |
Tim and Arris discuss The Rise of Skywalker, The Mandalorian Finale, Donnie Cates Thor #1, and their most anticipated things coming in 2020. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Disney Spent HOW MUCH on the Marvels Movie?? | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:56:57 | |
Tim and Arris discuss a range of topics, starting with the shocking budget for the upcoming Marvel's movie, and whether Disney is facing another financial failure. Other topics include James Gunn's recent DCU update, the Rock and John Cena returning to the WWE, and Ahsoka episode 7.
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| Episode #9 | Best Things In Geekdom 2019 | 19 Dec 2019 | 01:02:19 | |
Arris and Tim talk about their favorite things from Geekdom in 2019, along with a few honorable mentions. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode # 8 | Reactions to Rise of the Resistance, Black Widow, and Wonder Woman 1984 | 14 Dec 2019 | 01:04:11 | |
Arris and Tim talk about their visit to Disney's Galaxy's Edge and experience on the new ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, as well as Black Widow, Wonder Woman 1984, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and more. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||
| Episode #7 | JSA To Be Introduced In Black Adam Movie? | 10 Dec 2019 | 01:01:17 | |
Arris and Tim discuss commonly mispronounced names in comics, JSA's possible appearance in the upcoming Black Adam movie, Michael B Jordan's pitch to be the next Superman, Doctor Doom as the possible Villain in Black Panther 2, and more. Subscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel @ Youtube.com/VariantThePodcast | |||