Black Panther
King T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new leader. However, T'Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne by factions within his own country as well as without. Using powers reserved to Wakandan kings, T'Challa assumes the Black Panther mantle to join with ex-girlfriend Nakia, the queen-mother, his princess-kid sister, members of the Dora Milaje (the Wakandan 'special forces') and an American secret agent, to prevent Wakanda from being dragged into a world war.
Discussed in these episodes
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165 Wakanda Forever
This week we revisit Wakanda in the wake of Chadwick Boseman’s death. A movie about loss, grief, and a dude with wings on his feet.
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149 MCU vs. SDCC
John and Guy are back this week to discuss some of what Marvel announced at San Diego Comic Con. We cover the trailers for Black Panther 2, SHE-HULK, and assorted stuff about what’s on the way.
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68 Our Favorite MCU Moments
It’s an impromptu draft this week, as we pick our favorite moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and discuss exactly what makes them resonate for us. And we wish a happy birthday to a very special someone.
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61 Remembering Chadwick Boseman
This week, we remember Chadwick Boseman, who passed away all too young. We reflect on his role as T’Challa/Black Panther in the MCU and discuss the power and legacy of his performance.
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397 Mystical Herbologist
It’s already one of the most successful superhero films of all time, but it’s so much more than that. Our topic this episode is “Black Panther,” which dives into issues from feminism to the long-term effects of imperialism to the legitimacy of monarchies. Plus there’s spectacular production design, some amazing action scenes, and one of the most memorable (and sympathetic) villains in recent movie history. Wakanda Forever!