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58 Agents of SHIELD S7E12-13: "The End is at Hand"/"What We're Fighting For"
Here we are, at the end of all things. The team recaps the final two episode of Agents of SHIELD and tears are shed, laughter is shared, and memories are…reminisced. We discuss enemies who are as strong as the plot demands, the head-scratching contrivances of the plot, and how it’s appropriate that it all ends with a Zoom call.
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57 Agents of SHIELD S7E11: "Brand New Day"
Tune in for the quickly moving plot, stay for the character moments as we recap this week’s episode of Agents of SHIELD. Our hosts discuss time travel mechanics, some genuinely touching scenes, and a nice name-only cameo. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, Captain Marvel 2 may have a director and Spider-Man wants to know what console you’re using.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
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56 Agents of SHIELD S7E10: "Stolen"
This week, our trio of hosts mulls over connective tissue as they discuss the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. Topics include bad guys’ agendas, tying up loose character ends, and a loving homage to a bygone villain.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
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55 Agents of SHIELD S7E9: "As I Have Always Been"
This week, our three hosts are condemned to live the same twenty minutes over and over again as they battle a malfunctioning time machine. We discuss tropes that work, real drama, and being condemned to live the same twenty minutes over and over again as they battle a malfunctioning time machine. In our Superhero Sweep segment, it’s some spoiler-free Stargirl discussion, and then in our Letters Page, we answer your latest questions.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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54 Agents of SHIELD S7E8: "After, Before"
This time travel ship is out of control, so we take a quick trip to Afterlife (no, not the Afterlife) in this week’s episode of Agents of SHIELD. We discuss Yo-Yo and May’s not-so-touchy-feely way of working out problems, Coulson’s melancholy, and the ageless nature of several of our stars. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, will The New Mutants get released on streaming instead of theaters, our impressions of the latest Stargirl, and a few other loose ends. Finally, a quick Letter Page to round us out.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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53 Agents of SHIELD S7E7: "The Totally Excellent Adventures of Mack and The D"
There’s a hot tub in the Lighthouse and killer robots with lasers—it doesn’t get more ’80s than that as we recap the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. We discuss Deke’s heart of gold, Mack’s terrible beard, and all the homages you could ever want. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, we discuss the new lead for Batwoman and the largest gap between MCU movies since the franchise’s inception.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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52 Agents of SHIELD S7E6: "Adapt or Die"
Robots, robots, everywhere. This week, we’re bunkered down to talk the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. There’s plenty of Conspiracy Corner fodder as we discuss what’s up with Jemma, Coulson’s fate, and where exactly Fitz is? Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, we cover the latest episodes of Stargirl as well as what else is on our watchlist these days.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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51 Agents of SHIELD S7E5: "A Trout in the Milk"
This week we’re strapping on our roller skates and heading to the disco as we cover the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. We discuss ignoring the mechanics of time travel, plenty of Easter eggs, and a truly amazing opening title sequence. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, we address rumors of Michael Keaton returning to the cowl and a little bit about the latest episode of Stargirl.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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50 Agents of SHIELD S7E4: "Out of the Past"
The cold rain peppered down like bullets this week, as we go full noir for the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. We talk about this fantastic homage firing on all cylinders, how the show is even more resonant than when its as shot, and a surprise twist that none of your hosts saw coming. Plus, a long overdue return to Conspiracy Corner. Then in our Superhero Sweep segment, the first peek at the Snyder Cut, continued love for Stargirl, and a little off-topic chat about Star Wars: Squadrons.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
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49 Agents of SHIELD S7E3: "Alien Commies from the Future!"
This week, we’re traveling to the ’50s to stop a bunch of robots from blowing up Area 51 in the latest episode of Agents of SHIELD. We discuss great-looking production values, some really good gags, and a visit from old friend. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, a Flash actor loses his job and we have an important conversation.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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48 Legends of Tomorrow S5E14: "Swan Thong" / Agents of SHIELD S7E2: "Know Your Onions"
Our double-feature returns as we save the timeline with the Legends of Tomorrow in their season 5 finale, then take on proto-HYDRA with Agents of SHIELD in the second episode of their last season. Plus, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it installments of Superhero Sweep and our Letters Page. And a few brief words about what’s going on in the world.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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47 Legends of Tomorrow S5E13: "The One Where We're Trapped on TV" / Agents of SHIELD S7E1: "The New Deal"
This week, it’s a superhero time-travel science-fiction double feature as we’re trapped in a TV show, but even more than usual, on the latest episode of Legends of Tomorrow, then take a jaunt back to 1931 for the season seven premiere of Agents of SHIELD.
Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative t-shirt?
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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12 Agents of SHIELD Season 6
Finally back at full strength, the team can discuss this overall season of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD and venture some predictions about how it will all wrap up. Then it’s over to a giant-sized Superhero Sweep as we discuss the announcements from D23 about the growing MCU presence on the upcoming Disney+ streaming service.
Remember, if you’ve Bruce Bannered your way through your old shirt we’re here to help you out.
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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11 Agents of Shield S6E12-13: "The Sign"/"New Life"
This week John and Guy discuss the final doubleheader of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. As crackerjack professionals, neither of them knew this was actually a doubleheader, despite Dan having told us so a few weeks ago. Join the fun as we wrap up the show’s penultimate season. We also discuss The Boys briefly, and we dip our toe in Doom Patrol.
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10 Agents of Shield S6E11: "From the Ashes"
With Dan stuck on an island, John and Guy are left to their own devices and immediately go off the rails. They then go on to discuss Agents of Shield Season 6, Episode 11, “From The Ashes.” Find out why Dan gave this episode a John, Jr. During the superhero sweep segment we cover “Thor 4,” which we’re ecstatic about, and a little bit about Pennyworth, the new Batman-sans-Batman show about a butler.
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9 Agents of SHIELD S6E10: "Leap"
This week, they’re busting us for possession…see what we did there? We recap the latest episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, discussing the sad death of a favorite, inter-dimensional being hangovers, how soon we forget fear dimensions, and homages to the works of John Carpenter.
Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, we pore over the onslaught of Comic-Con information with a particular focus on the details of the upcoming Phase Four of Marvel’s Cinematic Universe, including what we’re most looking forward to. And we answer a quick reader question on the Letters Page.
In honor of Arrow’s final season, don’t forget to get yourself a Lian Yu t-shirt.
To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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8 Agents of SHIELD S6E9: "Collision Course (Part II)"
Better late than never! Everything comes to a head this week as our team seeks to stop the end of an entire world. Oh, and in Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD too. Important discussions include the size of Henry Simmons’s arms, why you should always suspect the person who takes an impromptu nap, and that friendly baker we’ll all miss. Plus, we discuss the late breaking news about SHIELD’s upcoming final season.
Then in the this week’s Superhero Sweep we gird ourselves for the upcoming final season of Arrow, details of which are beginning to leak out, and discuss Spider-Man: Far From Home and its implications for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And a special matrimonial Letters Page.
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7 Agents of SHIELD S6E8: "Collision Course (Part I)"
We’re an out-of-control truck barreling down the road, headed for an alien structure. Metaphorically and literally! But along the way, we discuss this week’s episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD episode, including why it’s not always wise to dish about monoliths, the value of having a good budget, and being jealous of yourself.
Then, in this week’s Superhero Sweep, we wildly speculate about what Phase IV of the MCU might be and take a look back at Avengers: Endgame a few months after release.
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To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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6 Agents of SHIELD S6E7: "Toldja"
Get ready to breathe some fire and freeze some…aliens? This week, we discuss the latest episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD. Important topics include why locking up two bad guys together is a bad idea, the simple pleasures of being a baker, and how for once somebody really does seem like two sides of the same coin.
Then in our Superhero Sweep segment, Dan’s been watching the third season of Young Justice while John and Guy have been working their way through Doom Patrol. Then, on the Letters Page, we address news of a Sandman Netflix show with mixed feelings.
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5 Agents of SHIELD S6E6: "Inescapable"
This week, we’re all trapped in a mind prison together as we recap the latest episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD. Important topics include the emotional resonance of our favorite couple, an appreciation for the show’s early episodes, and why even evil sides need to get some love.
In our Superhero Sweep segment, we have a brief high-level (spoiler-free) discussion about Netflix Marvel shows in the aftermath of the final season of Jessica Jones, which is also the last Marvel show to air on the service. Then we discuss conflicting reports of the Avengers: Endgame re-release. And on the Letters Page, a shout out to some excellent fan art, our predictions (or lack thereof) for season 3 of Legion, and what actual comic books we’re reading.
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To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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4 Agents of SHIELD S6E5: "The Other Thing"
This week, worlds collide as we recap the latest episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD. Important topics include flashback bait-and-switches, bad guys who aren’t bad guys, why you should never be best friends with a robot, and this show’s impressive handling of characters and plot.
Our letter of the week—on transplanting characters from one show to another—leads us directly into our Superhero Sweep segment, where we finally take a look back at the five seasons of madness that was Gotham, lauding the casting and the opportunity for actors to run wild, even when it made absolutely no sense. Plus a brief touch on the upcoming Alfred prequel Pennyworth and John watched a little Swamp Thing.
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To get your question discussed on the show, email us at biff@theincomparable.com or find us on Twitter.
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3 Agents of SHIELD S6E4: "Code Yellow"
We’re disrupting podcasts and actualizing our visions this week, as we take on the latest installment of Marvel’s AGENTS of SHIELD. Important topics include executive producers casting themselves, why you should never confess your love for another characters, and how to veer off formula but still succeed. Also, we introduce a new recurring feature: Biff of the Week.
In our Superhero Sweep segment, we touch briefly upon the trailer for Jessica Jones season 3, the kerfuffle around DC Universe’s quickly cancelled Swamp Thing, and why none of us is particularly eager for Dark Phoenix. Then, in our Letters Page, we envision what DC shows we’d like to see on the CW five years from now.
And remember, our shirts are still on sale.
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2 Agents of SHIELD S6E3: "Fear and Loathing on the Planet of Kitson"
The Biff! crew is high as kites and tripping balls this week as we discuss the latest episode of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD. We discuss under-table shenanigans, aliens just trying to earn a living, and why a Chronicom is a great best friend.
In our Superhero Sweep segment, we discuss the finale of this season of Legends of Tomorrow and what makes that show click. Then, in our Letters Page, we answer your questions about our superhero identities, our “process” for the show, and the first—but probably not last—installment of “Who would win in a fight?”
Finally, a special One More Thing reveal as the much ballyhooed shirts promised in the days of yore are now available for your purchase.
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1 Agents of SHIELD S6E1-2: "Missing Pieces/Window of Opportunity"
Welcome to Biff! Rising from the ashes of the Speedy Arrowcast, we’re here to talk about all sorts of superhero TV and movies. This week, we kick off our coverage of season 6 of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD and discuss whether or not we’re now watching a Star Trek show, all the good fight scenes money can buy, and multiverse shenanigans.
In our Superhero Sweep segment, we discuss the past season of The Flash and where it stacks up with the rest of the series. Then, in our inaugural Letters Page segment, we “answer” your questions.
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249 Critical Batman Deficit
After a season full of comic-book superhero TV shows, we’re here to chart the highs and lows of “The Flash,” “Arrow,” “Agents of SHIELD,” “Agent Carter,” “Daredevil,” and “Constantine.” Some of them were great, some quite surprising, and others crushing disappointments. (This episode contains light spoilers—nothing we consider completely earth-shattering, but if you wish to be completely spoiler free, listen after watching or consult the time code in our show notes.)
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218 Three Dads and a Superfast Baby
We review the new TV shows of the fall, including the influx of new comic-book based series such as “The Flash,” “Gotham,” and “Constantine.” Also we highlight some of the best shows the fall has to offer, and laugh at some of the worst.
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4 A Miscalculation of Epic Proportions
From the comic book pages to your TV screen, we counted at least five network TV series involving superheroes. But who can tell “The Flash” from “Constantine?” Jason’s read the comics, but most people—including Tim—haven’t. And isn’t that all for the best? Also, Jason gives Disney/ABC/Marvel a million-dollar idea for free, and Tim previews “Jane the Virgin,” “Star Wars Rebels,” and “Marry Me.”
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199 Get This Man Some New Paint
In this episode we recap our take on the TV season that recently concluded. In a segment with little to no spoilers, we largely discuss shows we like, including “Orphan Black,” “Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD,” and even “The Blacklist” and “The Good Wife.” Then at the end of the show we slip into spoiler territory and talk about season 4 of “Game of Thrones.”
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168 A Different Kind of Sleeper Agent
Pick up the clicker and join us for our conversation about the new TV season. We talk ABC’s “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”, “Sleepy Hollow,” “The Blacklist,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “The Crazy Ones,” “The Michael J. Fox Show,” “Masters of Sex,” and also NBC’s “Dracula”—which we haven’t actually seen. Plus returning shows of note like “Parks and Recreation,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “How I Met Your Mother,” and “The Big Bang Theory.” We also talk about how exciting corporate synergy can be, Scott endorses a show you should watch if you have the channel it’s on, and we provide our pitch for “CSI: Dracula.”