Ep. 293 – Fantastic Four First Steps

Ep. 293 – Fantastic Four: First Steps, Finally Done Right? Marvel’s first family is back—and this time, it actually works. Bob and Barry return to the MCU ring to break down the third stab at the Fantastic Four legacy, exploring how “First Steps” balances cosmic stakes with emotional storytelling. From Silver Surfer chase scenes during childbirth to Reid’s anxious doomsday logic, we dig into how this version finally got the vibe right—sixties retro-futurism, tight character arcs, and a surprising emotional punch for new parents and longtime fans alike. Plus: Did Galactus get nerfed? Did something get cut from the final act? Is Marvel back? Oh, and yes—we discuss that Doctor Doom tease and whether Robert Downey Jr. has officially become God. Tune in for all that, plus: Mad Men meets The Incredibles? Shia LaBeouf as Silver Surfer (fan cast only, we promise) Paul Walter Hauser’s mole man almost stealing the show Like and Follow Y'all