From the Lower East Side of Manhattan to the hearts and minds of millions around the world, Jack Kirby very much earned the title of "King". But his was not an easy journey. Join Scott as he talks with writers Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman about their play turned audio drama King Kirby, a fantastic exploration of the man behind some of the mo…

Happy Valentines Day Capers! Okay, yeah, it's been a few days since the 14th, but Scott and Jillian Diblasio want to celebrate anyway. By watching one of the crappiest "romance" films to come out of the 90's. Hey, you have your traditions, we have ours! Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | PodBean | Podchaser | Podpar…

Does this video game series have a soul? Scott and Kit certainly think so! And with the latest trailer for Mass Effect: Legendary Edition out, they have a lot of opinions about how they'd like the remaster of three of their favourite games to turn out. Imagine that. Sci-fi fans having an opinion on something. You so rarely see that these days. List…

Keep on truckin' soul brothers! I'll stop now. Batman has a new animated movie...one that would be better suited without him. Scott and Alex run down the good and the bad of this 70's exploitation inspired outing, all while simping over Lady Shiva. Peace, love, and granola! Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | PodBean…

With Wonder Woman 1984 continuing to garner negative criticism, it makes you question what the future of the DCEU really is. Sure, there's a brand new Suicide Squad coming up, but what about some of the lesser known heroes of the DC universe? When are they going to get their time in the spotlight? Scott is joined by new AP2HYC writer Francisco Andr…

With the recent announcement that EA has lost their exclusive license to make Star Wars video games, Scott and Alex have decided to talk about the history of video games that take place a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss their own personal beefs with certain games, their dissatisfaction with EA, and what the future might …

We needed this. With all the horrible things happening right now, we needed to have a bit of fun. Scott is joined by Archit Tripathi to laugh at a terrible movie that everyone has already made fun of. But who cares, it's The Last Airbender. It can take it. Stay safe Capers. Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | PodBean…

Grab your impractically long scarf, sonic screwdriver and robot dog, we're talking about Doctor Wibbling Wobbling Who! Except Chris Chibnall wrote it so maybe lets not get too excited. The decline of New Who continues with the latest New Years Day Special, a disappointing outing for the madwoman in the blue box. Is there anything of worth to enjoy?…

After what feels like an eternity, Wonder Woman 1984 is here! But does it match the hype? Short answer, no. Long answer......it's complicated. From tonal problems to a fantastic cast, WW84 is a mixed bag that only Scott and Alex Mirabal can sort out. That is, when they're both done squeeing over Pedro Pascal. Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Pod…

Merry Crimbo and Happy Holidays ya filthy animals! The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! A time of thanksgiving, joy, and goodwill to all the people of the world. So lets celebrate it with a game where elves and hobbits punch each other! Hey you have your traditions and we have ours. Scott is joined by Alex, Jillian, James, and Molly for …

This week, Podcapers goes weird! Well...weird-ER! Scott is joined by Dara Berkey to talk about the strangest shows they watched as kids, which I'm sure in no way messed them up as adults. From Ghostwriter to The Demon Headmaster, this is some of the most bizarre stuff that coked up children's TV execs can imagine! Oh also, there's a bunch of new St…

I mean the ARROGANCE! Scott doesn't just think he can rewrite the Star Wars movies we already have, no no no. He thinks he can make up a brand new one too! God the Fanfiction episode last week was timely, wasn't it? Scott is joined by Jillian Diblasio to talk about how he thinks that one character whose name you forgot played by Donnie Yen should h…

Podcapers is back with a deep dive, or at least a dive, into another aspect of geek culture. Scott is joined by Kit "Puddy Geeks" Horsley to discuss the ins and outs of Fan Fiction, from the highs of genuine authorship, to the lows of...lets just say there are some really really low bits and leave it at that. Check out Kit's work on Archive of Our …

After his harrowing Halloween adventure, Scott could use a fun distraction. And what could be more fun than a delightfully silly 90's movie starring Shaquille O'Neal? Scott is joined by Lindiwe Ngwevela to watch and riff this outdated, yet oddly relevant, testament to DC's poor decision making. Because we all need something like this right now. Lis…

It's been a year since he was captured by The Collector and Scott is sure something equally terrible will happen this year. But when his AP2HYC colleagues start disappearing, he knows he must face up to his fears and fight whatever new threat emerges. The new threat in question is The Troll, a mysterious individual who traps Scott, Mark Russell, Al…

It's been a year since being captured by The Collector and Scott is sure something equally terrible will happen this year. But when his AP2HYC colleagues start disappearing, he knows he must face up to his fears and fight whatever new threat emerges. Coming this Halloween! Plus, check out all our sweet AP2HYC Merch! Use the code CAPE10 to get 10% o…

76 episodes later, Scott is rejoined by graphic novel writer Nandor Fox Shaffer for a big ol' gab sesh! Took you two long enough! They talk about his upcoming book SEASONS Vol. 2: Summer, some of the latest pop culture news, and everyone's favourite topic of discussion, moral relativism™! No, we don't know why either. Just listen, we promise it's i…

As October is the month of spoooky goings on, Scott is joined by Alex Mirabal to watch one of both of their favourite childhood movies, Scooby Doo and the Witch's Ghost. Does the sequel to the lauded Zombie Island hold up after 21 years? Or is it dead on arrival? All we know is, The Hex Girls still kick all kinds of arse! Plus, check out all our sw…

Many times on Podcapers, Mark Russell has educated Scott on various well known anime. Well now the turntables......Scott's doing the same to Mark, is what we're getting at. Specifically about Sword Art Online Abridged, a stand out in the Abridged Anime selection as some consider it better than the original. Will Scott convince Mark so? Probably, as…

Wow. It's amazing. Disney has reached a brand new low. We didn't think it was possible, but they did it. We'd be impressed if we weren't so utterly disappointed. Scott and Mark Russell hop on the carousel of crappy live action Disney remakes one more time to review the new Mulan movie. But this is not a fun carousel. It's got rusty gears and splint…

Well it's about goddamn time! The long awaited finale to the X-Men franchise is here at last. Going up against that new Christopher Nolan movie. Hmm. I don't like it's chances. Still, it's up to Scott and Mark Russell to decide whether it was worth the wait! The answer: eh, kinda? Plus, check out all our sweet AP2HYC Merch! Listen & Subscribe: Spot…

In honour of a man who literally inspired millions, Scott, Archit, and Lindiwe talk about Chadwick Boseman's tragic passing, the BLM protests in Kenosha, and how far Black superheroes have come in film. Recent events have left us all incredibly saddened, but it's important to remember to never give up hope, to never stop fighting for equality, and …

God, that's a long title. But in fairness, there's a lot to cover in this week's PodCapers. Scott couldn't choose between reviewing Netflix's newest superhero movie and talking about the new DC FanDome reveals, so he just said "screw it" and did both. Thank god AP2HYC writer Michael McCabe is here to help him out. Good luck Michael, you're gonna ne…

Another day, another outstanding anthology! Scott is joined by Russell Mark Olsen and Mark Hughes, a.k.a. SoK, to talk about their upcoming comics magazine SKRAWL, featuring stories from the best of the best UK indie comic writers and artists, many of whom we've discussed on Podcapers before! Strap in Capers, we're going on a Pub SKRAWL! Eh? Eh? Oh…

Yes, we're really doing this. No, we don't care that everyone else has already talked about this movie. I mean, come on people, it's BIRDEMIC! Possibly the worst movie every made. And Scott has invited Jillian to join him in riffing this monstrosity. But guess what? You can too! Just play the movie when Scott tells you to and we can all share in th…

Scott takes a look at the latest movie to trend on Netflix with an old Uni buddy and fellow writer...who's NOT Mark Russell? Jimbo Green has a few things to say about The Old Guard, and so does Scott. But can they agree on something, or does Scott just surround himself with people who contradict him? Plus, check out all our sweet AP2HYC Merch! List…

Hold on to yer barnacles boys, it's the big one! Scott tackles possibly his most HATED Disney film of all time, The Little Mermaid. He's ready to tear it apart and present his own version, but Jillian Diblasio has other ideas. Will Jillian finally admit defeat when it comes to these movies, or has Scott finally met his match? On another note, did t…

We're talking about this again because we need to talk about this again. We can't stop talking about this. Scott is joined by Archit Tripathi and Lindiwe Ngwevela to discuss where the Black Lives Matter movement is right now, the responses to it, and the greater problems within the film industry concerning race. Once again, please take the time to …

The movie sucks. There. We said it. Let's talk about something that's ACTUALLY good, shall we? Scott is joined by Alex Mirabal to look back on one of the best animated TV shows of all time and discuss why it's had such a surge in popularity recently. There's gonna be a lot of gushing, a lot of tears, a lot of laughs, and a lot of Alex identifying w…

This is what we need to be talking about now. Scott is joined by Archit Tripathi to talk about the Black Lives Matter movement, systemic racism in our society, and the impact Black superheroes can have. Please take the time to check out the links below and support the people working to make a better world. Thank you. Great black podcasts to listen …

Scooby Doo is an animated classic that has gone through multiple regenerations and reboots, pushing the boundaries of children's entertainment. This movie...is WEIRD! Scooby-super-fan Scott is joined by less-of-a-fan Jillian DiBlasio to talk about the recent revamp of the adventures of Mystery Inc. Except it seems like less of a Scooby Doo movie an…

IT'S OVER! But what a wild ride! Scott is joined by Alex Mirabal one last time to talk about the rainbow coloured epicness that is She-Ra. The highs, the lows, the ships, the representation, the tiny food. Not much more to say really. Well, except...FOR THE HONOUR OF GRAYSKULL!!! Plus, check out all our sweet AP2HYC Merch! Apologies for the change …

One hundred and fifty episodes of Podcapers! And to celebrate, lets talk about a comic inspired by the current global pandemic! I would've gone with cake or something, but whatever. Scott is joined by Jordan Thomas to talk about QUARANTINE, a Sci-Fi comic featuring 28 different artists! No, I'm not joking. And it looks great guys! Like, really real…

Fear is the path to the dark side. But Clone Wars being back for a final season is the path to a damn good time! This week, Scott is joined by Colin Coughtrey to talk about Season 7 of The Clone Wars, plus EA's much maligned and defended Star Wars Battlefront 2. It's good to talk about something Star Wars related that's actually enjoyable for a cha…

Due to Hollywood's quest to erase any film that isn't already connected to another film by any means necessary, there have been a lot of sequels over the years. Some good, others...just...just real bad, guys. So Scott and Mark Russell are here to bitch about their personal worst ones! And not just because you'll probably agree with all of them. Oka…

God it never ends, does it? Despite wanting a break from Disney stuff for a while, Scott has been bullied by Jillian DiBlasio into talking about how he thinks Disney's 1991 film, Beauty and the Beast, SHOULD have been done. Bear in mind, that film won an Oscar and Scott got a Swimming Certificate of Participation after nearly drowning in the junior…

It's that time of year once again! Scott is joined by Mark Russell and Alex Mirabal to talk about the very worst Disney has to offer. And this year, it's the dreaded Live Action Remakes! With even the most die hard Disney fans disliking these...lets call them "films"...is this the year when Scott finally gets the recognition he deserves and can del…

In a twist of irony, a national lockdown has brought our fearless leader David Molofsky out of hiding to address the most pressing question facing the world at large: What's the best viewing order for a Marvel movie bingefest? David and Scott discuss the various Marvel viewing orders and David presents his unique take with Cape Order, which he beli…

Rise of the Skywalker is officially out on DVD, Blu-ray, and streaming. So what better time to conclude Scott's own "better" rewrite of the much debated finale to the Skywalker Saga. Another time, that's when! Frankly, Scott's not brave enough to tackle that movie yet, so he's settled for a much easier target, Rogue One. With its intense action, su…

*Sigh* Really? We're doing this? Alright then. Disney month continues as Scott is joined by Mark Russell to talk about a video game franchise that Scott has only observed from a distance. A long, safe distance. They talk about the origin of the games, the hands on/hands off approach of Disney, and how apparently that guy from the Sorcerer's Apprent…

Disney month continues on Podcapers with a review of Pixar's Onward! And since Scott loves both fantasy and Pixar, this film should be great, right? Right? Hooboy, Scott and Jillian DiBlasio have a lot to unpack here, from Pixar's stellar history, to more recent issues regarding LGBTQIA+ representation in Disney media. Seriously, we thought this fi…

March is the month of Disney here on Podcapers! We're gonna have the best Disney bashing content on the Internet this month and in order to preserve Scott's sanity we're starting with a recent purchase of Disney's. Scott actually likes Anastasia so it's up him and Jillian DiBlasio to defend its honour against all those who say it just rips off the …

Gotta go fast! Sonic the Hedgehog is finally here. So is it the train wreck many thought it would be? It's up to Scott and Sonic super-fan Mark Russell to find out! Because, really, who else is gonna be talking about this movie right now? It's such a low key indie flick with no huge fanbase around it. Frankly, I'm not even sure why WE'RE talking ab…

Podcapers is back from hiatus and we're starting off with a bang! The latest in a refreshingly lengthening line of good DC movies is out! And Scott is once again joined by Podcaper's own DC mega-fan Alex Mirabal, to talk about it. Is Birds of Prey worth the hype? Or do you have something better to do? I mean, maybe you do? I don't know your life. L…

Happy Holidays Capers! To celebrate the festive season, Scott is joined by Alex Mirabal to talk about the finale to the Skywalker saga...although some people aren't entirely happy about it. Some people very much including Scott. With corporate stratagems guiding the direction of the films, and increasing toxicity in the fandom, has Star Wars been r…

The saga continues! But not quite how you remember it. With the last film in the much maligned Star Wars Sequel trilogy on the horizon, Scott is once again joined by Jillian Diblasio to talk about how he could have written a better movie than The Last Jedi. And I'm sure he's the only person on the internet who has said that. Listen & Subscribe: Spo…

Scott just won't let it go! The Frozen franchise has reared it's frosty head once more, so naturally Scott must melt it with the unyielding might of his white hot geek rage! Thankfully, Mark Russell is there to temper the flames of Scott's Disney hatred, but is Frozen 2 bad enough to tempt him to the dark side? Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple P…

She-Ra is back! Disney+ sucks! My world's on fire! How 'bout yours? That's the way I like it and I never get bored! Where was I going with this? Oh yeah, She-Ra. Season 4 is out and it's better than ever! So naturally Scott and Alex Mirabal have to talk about all the character development, awesome plot twists, excellent action, and gay subtext! Exc…

Life in Britain getting you down? It could be worse. Not by much, but still! Scott is joined this week by one of the writers of Divided Kingdom, Andy Hamilton, to talk about his bleak dystopian comic and how awesome it is! What? Grim dystopian stories can be fun! Okay, fine, they talk about the new Sonic and Scooby Doo trailers too. Are you happy n…

In the aftermath of his latest Halloween adventure, Scott could use a breather. Tough shit Scott, you've got a comic to review! Luckily, it's a good one. He's joined by writer Pete Rogers to talk about his comic, Flux, as well as action movies, time travel shenanigans, and Frenchmen pretending to be Scottish. Par for the course on this show. Check …