The Superhero Show Show #529

Did X-Men 97's Professor X Kill His Own Team?

The Taste Buds review X-Men '97's Professor X adventure, plus the eighth chapter of Neogenic Nightmare on Spider-Man: The Animated Series!

On this episode of the Superhero Show Show, Mike and Ryan discuss the X-Men animated series, the possibility of a Punisher and Kraven team-up, and speculate on which old school cartoon will get a reboot. They dive into the themes of love and sacrifice in the X-Men episode, as well as the political dynamics of the Shi'ar Empire.

What is X-Men '97's Professor X's Best Moment?

The hosts share their favorite moments, including Chuck's declaration to return to the X-Men and his sassy bite of an apple. In this part of the conversation, Ryan and Mike discuss various topics related to the X-Men animated series and other 90s cartoons. They talk about the characters and their abilities, as well as the themes and storylines in the shows. They also mention the possibility of gritty reboots for other 90s cartoons like Darkwing Duck, Recess, and Pirates of Dark Water.

What's happening on Spider-Man: The Animated Series

In this final part of the conversation, Mike and Ryan discuss various moments and scenes from the episode. They talk about ESU, the Empire State University, and its basketball team. They also mention the college news reporting on a missing student and the unrealistic portrayal of college news in the show. They discuss Punisher's fugue state and his desire to take a break. They joke about Microchip doing decal work and Aunt May's boomer energy. They also mention Craven's arrival in New York and his disdain for the city. They talk about Man-Spider's memories and his interactions with Flash Thompson. They discuss the confrontation between Punisher and Craven and Calypso's intervention. They mention the excessive number of buildings shown in the transition scenes and the use of the van's voice-activated features. They also highlight the moments of Man-Spider's recognition of people and the conversation between Calypso and Punisher. Finally, they discuss the references to the World Trade Center bombing and share their awards for the episode.

• The X-Men animated series continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of love and sacrifice.
• The political dynamics of the Shi'ar Empire highlight the themes of power and oppression.
• Chuck's declaration to return to the X-Men and his sassy bite of an apple are standout moments.
• Speculating on which old school cartoon will get a reboot sparks excitement and nostalgia. Discussion about the characters and abilities in the X-Men animated series
• Exploration of the themes and storylines in the shows
• Ideas for gritty reboots of other 90s cartoons
• Humorous banter and observations about the shows The portrayal of college news in the show is unrealistic
• The Punisher's desire to take a break and his interactions with Microchip
• Aunt May's boomer energy and her dislike for Spider-Man
• Kraven's disdain for New York
• X-Men '97's Professor X
• Man-Spider's recognition of people and his memories
• The confrontation between Punisher and Craven and Calypso's intervention
• References to the World Trade Center bombing

TV EPISODES AND FILMS DISCUSSED:

SPIDER-MAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES - NEOGENIC NIGHTMARE CHAPTER 7

The Superhero Show Show #528

Will X-Men 97's Gambit Pay Off?

The Taste Buds review X-Men '97's Gambit, Rogue, and Magneto adventure, plus the seventh chapter of Neogenic Nightmare on Spider-Man: The Animated Series!

On an all-new, all-different episode of The Superhero Show Show, the Taste Buds are tackling what might be the biggest episode of television this year: X-Men '97 #105! At the X-Mansion, a news reporter is interviewing the team about what it's like to be an X-Man, and what it's like to be hated. Meanwhile, X-Men 97's Gambit, Magneto, and Rogue Head to Genosha, an island for mutants that has been officially recognized by the United Nations. Everything is going great, and everyone is telling truths, but a surprise guest arrives at the party to warn the team, and they might have gotten there too late.

X-Men 97's Gambit, Magneto, and Rogue Head to Genosha!

The internet is already buzzing up a storm about the episode, and on this podcast, the Taste Buds break it all down for you. Nothing will be spoiled here, but beware that this episode will be chock-a-block with spoilers. Chock. A. Block. How does the episode do with handling all of the drama of the story? What do the Taste Buds think the future holds for the team after this episode? And how did X-Men '97 do with continuing the Marvel mutant tradition of soap operas, love triangles, and tears? X-Men 97's Gambit says "yes!" Tune in to find out for yourself!

No Pull List this week, as apparently everyone cleared out of the way for X-Men '97, so the gang heads straight to smTASMANIA to discuss another chapter of Neogenic Nightmare! It's chapter 7 (it's halfway done!), and, if you remember, Peter now has six arms! That's what happens when you take potions that were rushed into production. The anti-vaxxers were right all along! Not only does he have that to figure out, but also Michael Morbius has been kidnapped! And guess who thinks Spider-Man is responsible...it's the Punisher! X-Men '97's Gambit says "uh oh!"

All of that, and so much more, on an all-new episode of The Superhero Show Show!

TV EPISODES AND FILMS DISCUSSED:

SPIDER-MAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES - NEOGENIC NIGHTMARE CHAPTER 7

The Superhero Show Show #527

Is the Resident Alien Season 3 Finale Also the Series Finale?

It's finale week on The Superhero Show Show, as the Taste Buds discuss the Resident Alien season 3 finale, plus the last episodes of Invincible and The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live!

On an all-new, all-different episode of The Superhero Show Show, Cassie and Ryan are breaking down ALL...most...some...of the huge finales this week.

What Happened on the Resident Alien Season 3 Finale?

First up is the third season finale of Resident Alien! Despite this being a shortened season, the stakes couldn't be higher on this Superhero Show Show fave. Harry and Asta have no choice but to ask Joseph - a true butthead - to help them defeat the Greys and save the entire planet.

They'll also have to rescue Darcy from an alien prison cell, teach Bridget how to murder, and help Kate find her baby! It's an absolutely nutso episode, and these Taste Buds are dissecting every bit!

Was the Resident Alien Season 3 the Best Finale of the Week?

Over on the Pull List, two more shows are saying goodbye for the year. Ryan crows about the Invincible finale, and the second season overall, while Cassie valiantly tries to find something to talk about regarding The Walking Dead. Then they spend way too much time talking about this week's X-Men '97, despite it not even being a finale!

Does the Resident Alien Season 3 Finale Have a Motendo? Or Even a Lifedeath Part 1?

Finally, the Taste Buds head over to smTAS-Mania, and watch another episode of Spider-Man: The Animated Series! It's chapter 6 of Neogenic Nightmare, and you know what that means...it's "Morbin" time. That's right, 2022's #1 movie star is also the star of this 1997 cartoon! Tune in (more like TOON in) to see how this episode barely connects to the rest of the second season's Neogenic Nightmare storyline!

All of that, and so much more, on an all-new episode of The Superhero Show Show!

TV EPISODES AND FILMS DISCUSSED:

INVINCIBLE SEASON TWO, EPISODE 8

The Superhero Show Show #525

X-Men '97 Is Here!

The Taste Buds review the first two episodes of X-Men '97 is here! Plus Invincible, Resident Alien, Spider-Man: The Animated Series and more!

On an all-new episode of The Superhero Show Show, Cassie and the Boyz are reviewing the first two episodes of X-Men '97! It's the moment they have been waiting for for 27 YEARS! After spending this entire decade rewatching and analyzing all five seasons of X-Men: The Animated Series, the Taste Buds return to XTASmania to watch new episodes!

What happens on X-Men '97?

Picking up where the old series left off, Professor X is dead, and the X-Men '97 have to figure out what their next step is. Luckily, Chuck figured it out for them by leaving the mansion and the team (and the students?) to their arch-nemesis Magneto!

Why Are People Upset About X-Men '97?

We also get to meet binary Morph, gay Gambit (he wears a crop top in one scene), Asian Jubilee, and all of the other things that have made little children on the internet angry! Are these "fans" closer to the Friends of Humanity than the X-Men '97? Tune in to find out!

Over in the Pull List, the Taste Buds discuss this week's episodes of Invincible, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, and Resident Alien.

Finally, they head over STASmania to check out part four of Neogenesis Nightmare on Spider-Man: The Animated Series. And you'll never believe who is guest-starring on this episode: it's Fox's animated X-Men '97!

That seems like way too much show!

TV EPISODES AND FILMS DISCUSSED:

INVINCIBLE SEASON TWO, EPISODE 6