Agatha All Along and The Penguin: How Two Spinoffs Enhance Their Universes!

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Greetings, nerds! This week the dynamic duo kick off this episode by setting up their discussion of the latest in comic book shows, "Agatha All Along" and "The Penguin." (0:00)

First, we dive into the "Thunderbolts" trailer, which surprisingly doesn't give away the whole movie. Will shares his thoughts on characters like Yelena and Bucky, and we speculate on the meaning behind the mysterious asterisk in the title. (1:15)

We then shift to some DC news, confirming Kyle Chandler's casting as Hal Jordan in the upcoming "Lanterns" series. We discuss the potential dynamics and what this means for the show, especially with Chris Mundy from "Ozark" involved. (5:07)

Next, we break down the first two episodes of "Agatha All Along" We explore the themes, character dynamics, and the true crime motif that ties it back to "WandaVision." We also speculate on the mysterious teen character played by Joe Locke and his potential connection to Wanda's kids. (8:07)

Finally, we delve into "The Penguin," praising Colin Farrell's captivating performance and the show's homage to classic gangster films. We discuss the power vacuum left by Carmine Falcone's death and Penguin's strategic moves to secure his position. We also touch on the introduction of characters like Victor and Sophia, and what they bring to the story. (29:17)

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