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Traditions never die on this episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective, as the squad can't help but argue over their feelings about Marvel's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3. Join Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris in reviewing what turned out to be a pretty divisive film that causes the whole gang to get riled up and maybe a little bit bullied, depending on your point of view (sorry Chris, we love you buddy). This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by...
Published 02/25/24
In spirit of gifting (and forgiveness) we sincerely hope you forgive us for skipping over this classic and festive MCU title. Join Eduardo, Peach3z, Chris, and Robbie as they discuss the oldest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, THE SANTA CLAUSE. Happy holidays! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Published 12/25/23
Time to get shrinky with it as Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris discuss ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA! Does Marvel Studios succeed in making a large-scale movie about its smallest-scale heroes, or is it all setup and no payoff for an Avengers movie that may or may not even happen due to offscreen complications? MODOK: yay or nay? Was it a good movie, but we changed the outcome by observing it? All that, plus several impressions of cartoon characters doing impressions of Robert De Niro! That's...
Published 12/17/23
We have finally arrived at the end of Loki. Does the finally do justice to the incredible show that we've come to love? Find out on this episode of Assembly Required! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our exclusive Discord server, Patron-exclusive bonus episodes,...
Published 11/30/23
We've already arrived at the penultimate episode of season two of the Disney+ series, LOKI, and The Assembly Required crew has a lot to say about the episode and...a bunch of other semi-related things. Weird, right?. Join Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris as they ponder how season two may conclude while also being confused about Loki's new powers. Chris tells us some fun facts, the gang dissects a recent Variety article, and YOU take a shot every time we say "spaghetti" (safely, please). This...
Published 11/09/23
It's a double-whammy as Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris reconvene to discuss "1893" and "Heart of the TVA," the third and fourth episodes of season two of Marvel Studios' Disney+ series LOKI! Tune in to hear them praise Natalie Holt, curse synopsis writers, and thirst for hot cocoa! Will there be an episode five for them to discuss? Guess we'll find out together! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to...
Published 11/02/23
We are back to keep talking all about Loki Season 2! Are Peach, Chris, and Eduardo Varients in this episode? Their opinions might have you believing that! This is cryptic on purpose, just go listen to the episode! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our exclusive...
Published 10/23/23
It's about time! The Assembly Required gang is back to talk about season two of the Disney+ series, LOKI (it's also about time)! Join Eduardo, Peach3z, Chris, and (Patron) Danny in celebrating the return of one of the AR crew's most beloved shows. Featuring tangents such as: 90s fast food restaurant interiors, why the Eagles can't just fly The One Ring to Mordor, and a healthy dose of Secret Invasion besmirching. This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by...
Published 10/18/23
Eduardo and the Regular Boyz (Peach3z and Chris) are joined by Angela to discuss the film BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER! Join them as they try not to get too emotional as they discuss the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman, the powerful performances throughout the film, and more. This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at...
Published 08/21/23
It's finally time. The gang is back to give their final thoughts on Secret Invasion! Did the show end up being a winner or was it a skrull in disguise? Find out in this episode of Assembly Required: an MCU Retrospective! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our...
Published 08/15/23
You know the expression, "would you like some coffee with your cream?" The Assembly Required gang (Eduardo, Peach, Chris) have manifested that expression throughout their recording of the fourth episode of SECRET INVASION! Enjoy a passionate discussion about the WGA & SAG-AFTRA strike, whether streaming services are a profitable service model, with just a dash of episode-related content sprinkled on top. REMINDER - Assembly Required will be taking a recording break during the fifth week...
Published 07/20/23
The SECRET INVASION continues as Assembly Required is back to discuss "Betrayed," the third episode of the new Marvel Studios Disney+ show! Join Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris for discussion of the famous literary technique "Dreykov's Gun," hot 'zpacho, a lecture about lectures, and a running joke that won't make sense unless you listen to the very end. Come endure an enormous amount of fun with us! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to...
Published 07/10/23
The gang is back....or are they? They could be Skrulls in disguise! IDK, I'm doing my best here. Join Eduardo, Peach3z and Chris as they discuss what is a much better episode 2 of Secret Invasion.  This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our exclusive Discord server,...
Published 07/07/23
Hello there...and long time, no see! The Assembly Required crew is back (baby) and excited to enjoy(?) another Disney+ series with you. In the spirit of our lengthy AI discussion, we've asked ChatGPT to write the following show notes: In the thrilling premiere episode of "Secret Invasion," the Assembly Required podcast hosts Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris return after a hiatus to explore the world of paranoia and uncertainty as Skrull infiltrators disrupt the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Samuel L....
Published 06/28/23
What do you get when you combine a few podcast hosts, the world's cartooniest claws, and the merc without a mouth? We're not sure, but it's probably more entertaining than watching the movie! Join Eduardo, Peach3z, and Robbie as they struggle to decide if Marvel's X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE is better or worse than its predecessor. This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial...
Published 02/17/23
Warning: If you are a fan of this movie do not listen to Eduardo, Robbie, and Peach3z on this episode. They do not have anything nice to say about it. It's still a fun time though! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our exclusive Discord server, Patron-exclusive...
Published 01/17/23
Check out a preview of this month's Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, THE SANTA CLAUSE, available now! To get monthly bonus episodes, head to https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired and join at the Hero or Avenger level!
Published 12/30/22
Time to get your zargnuts roasting on an open fire, because Eduardo, Peach3z, Chris, and Robbie are getting in the spirit of the season to talk about Marvel Studios' new Disney+ Special Presentation, THE GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY HOLIDAY SPECIAL! And by "spirit of the season," we might mean "a surprising amount of arguing!" Join us as we gather around the Christmas tree to discuss canon Go-Bots, Dinoland USA, and COSMO! All that, plus a talk about James Gunn's future as co-CEO of DC...
Published 12/19/22
X is gonna give it to you twice as the crew watches the beloved film X2. Does this movie hold up? Is Logan still the worst? Is Lola Bunny objectively hot? Find out all this and more on a new episode of Assembly Required! This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our...
Published 12/07/22
Check out a preview of this month's Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, BATMAN: MASK OF THE PHANTASM, available now! To get monthly bonus episodes, head to https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired and join at the Hero or Avenger level!
Published 11/25/22
Don your favorite leather suit and prepare to feel old...the Assembly Required gang is traveling all the way back to the year 2000 to discuss Marvel's X-MEN. Join Eduardo, Peach3z, Chris, and Robbie as they rediscover one of the first widely successful superhero movies. What happens to the team of mutants that age twenty two years? The same thing that happens to everyone else... This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to...
Published 11/22/22
Grab your hammer, watch out for lightning, and scream like a goat, it's time for Assembly Required's Love and Thunder episode. Join Eduardo, Peach3z, and Chris as they talk about the newest installment in this Norse saga. This episode of Assembly Required: An MCU Retrospective is brought to you by Audible. Go to https://www.audibletrial.com/assemblyrequired for a free 30-day trial today! Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our...
Published 11/11/22
Check out a preview of this month's Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, MICHIGAN CHILLERS, available now! To get monthly bonus episodes, head to https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired and join at the Hero or Avenger level!
Published 10/28/22
It's spooky season, and to celebrate, Disney+ has debuted the first-ever Marvel Studios Special Presentation, WEREWOLF BY NIGHT! Join Peach3z, Chris, and Robbie as they discuss the stylish black-and-white horror throwback, dog puns, the mysterious case of the comic-writing roommates, and Giant-Sized Man-Things. Assembly Required has a Patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/assemblyrequired for access to our exclusive Discord server and other Patron-exclusive benefits, including monthly...
Published 10/24/22