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MarkWHO42

Mark Baumgarten, Vicky Jakubowski, & Juan Sanmiguel

The award-winning science fiction podcast, MarkWHO42!Our website: www.markwho42.comOur sister show is MarkWHO77, an interview show made in conjunction with The77 Publications on YouTube. We interview British comic book creators like John Wagner, Steve MacManus, Mike Collins, Steve Parkhouse, and many more!!!

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Episode 375 - X-Men Turn Back Time

MarkWHO42 ·

2024/04/29

We are back after a brief pause. Juan Sanmiguel has rejoined MarkWHO42’s Universe after a short stint away. The X-Men animated television show has also returned, resuming after a 30-year hiatus with the X-Men ‘97 series on Disney+. Welcome back, everyone.The series opens where season five left off in 1997. The X-Men are feeling lost without Professor Xavier, who may be dead or simply recovering in the Shi'ar Empire. Can Cyclops keep the X-Men together? Who is Madelyne Pryor and what is her purpose

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Episode 374 - The Giggling Balls of Gallifrey

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/12/10

The Toymaker has exploded into the 3rd and final Doctor Who’s 60th Anniversary Special on BBC One and Disney+ worldwide. The Celestial trickster is back and wants to play a game again with The Doctor. Is The Toymaker a sore loser? Why would he play something as simple as a basic ball toss? Has he truly been beaten? How was The Doctor able to play after bi-generation when regeneration usually incapacitates the new Doctor? Who is the 14th Doctor now when we have the 15th Doctor? What is his place in

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87:41

Episode 373 - The Mavity of the Situation

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/12/03

We are at the Edge of the Universe in Doctor Who’s 60th Anniversary Special #2 on BBC One and Disney+ worldwide. The Doctor and Donna are lost in space and time thanks to her coffee snafu. When they crash into the apple tree above Isaac Newton, they create a linguistic ripple. Next, they land in a spaceship at the end of the universe. Should you watch this episode at night? Maybe not alone. Why does the TARDIS suddenly disappear? Where was the sonic screwdriver when The Doctor needed it? Are the

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95:19

Episode 372 - He’s Ba-ack!!!

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/11/29

First, we have the Children in Need Doctor Who skit drop showing the genesis of the Daleks. It is hilarious and explains everything you ever wanted to know about the Daleks and why The Doctor is to blame. From Mr. Castavillian to Davros, this charitable short is an absolute must for fans and newbies alike. Then Doctor Who’s 60th Anniversary Special #1, The Star Beast, is released on BBC One and Disney+ with a bang. David Tennant and Catherine Tate are back, delivering a special jam-packed with

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54:31

Episode 371 - Hiding Behind the Sofa

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/10/31

MarkWHO42's Universe gets into the Halloween mood this week by talking about the scariest moments in television and movies, including Doctor Who, that made us go behind the couches (yep, that's what we call sofas on this side of the pond) during our childhood. Join Eduardo M. Freyre and Zion Quiros as they give all our tricks and treats to celebrate this spooky holiday!

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93:31

Episode 370 - Ahsoka’s Pathway Within The Force

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/10/10

As Season One of Ahsoka comes to a close on Disney+, we discuss the latest release from Lucasfilm. The Empire has fallen and our favorite animated Rebels are back, this time in the flesh. We’ve learn that Ahsoka was training Sabine in the ways of the Jedi. So, why did she stop? Why is Anakin in the World Between Worlds? What was he trying to teach Ahsoka? Why does Hera not go with Ahsoka? Was the search for Grand Admiral Thrawn the goal or the search for Ezra? How cool were the Stormtrooper Zombies

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91:55

Episode 369 - Cloning Rebels for a Snip of a Jedi

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/10/03

The Ahsoka series is running on Disney+ so in preparation we are looking back at her history in the earlier Star Wars animation series Clone Wars and Rebels. Why would the Jedi give Anakin his own Padawan? How did Ahsoka fair in her first battle? What was her impact on the leadership of Mandalore and their rulers? Did the Sister give Ahsoka a special connection with the Force? Who is Folcrum? How does the Jedi arc of Ezra, Kanan, and Ahsoka intertwine? Will Ahsoka survive her encounter with her

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54:29

Episode 368 - Phasers on Stun

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/08/22

The second season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is out and we jump into the continuing adventures of our Enterprise crew. As always with Star Trek, there are lessons to be learned, laughs to be had, and tears to shed. Why is Nurse Chapel taking the fellowship and leaving Spock? Is Ambassador DakRah’s death justified? Should La’an have stopped Kahn as a child during her time travel? Does their musical episode work? Who will survive the cliff-hanger? Will the viewers be able to wait until the

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91:22

Episode 367 - The Not-So-Secret Secret Invasion

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/08/15

Why are the Avengers not helping? Where is Captain Marvel? What is the delay in finding a new Skrull home world? How long has Rhodey been replaced by a Skrull? Is Nick Fury selfish by making it personal? Would this series been have been better as a movie? What does it all mean? In this episode, Mark Baumgarten, Vicky Jakubowski, and Zion Quiros debate the plot-holes, character flaws, and merits of the Disney+ MCU mini-series, Secret Invasion!This episode features new content not heard on Subspace

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100:07

Episode 366 - Diamond Jubilee For Our Favorite Time Lord

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/08/09

The 60th Anniversary of Doctor Who is drawing near so it is time to get back to MarkWHO42’s roots and delve into the Doctor Who universe. In honor of the Doctor Who Podcast Day, we reminisce about when The Doctor stepped off the TARDIS and entered our individual lives. How have we been impacted by the show? What are some of our favorite episodes? How many rabbit holes can one fall down into when visiting Gallifrey? What do we think will happen when the 60th anniversary shows drop on Disney+ in the

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88:55

Episode 365 - Strike a Pose

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/07/25

Unless you live under a rock, you have heard about the worker strikes in Hollywood. So why are the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) on the picket line? What are their demands? How are writers and actors paid? Is this a case of millionaire versus millionaire? Which movies/shows are affected by these strikes? What’s happening with Comic-Con panels? How can we support these efforts? Listen as Mark Baumgarten,

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89:08

Episode 364 - Indiana’s Fifth Symphony

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/07/18

With the release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, this Spielberg juggernaut is in its fifth and perhaps final installation. Since 1981, audiences have been entertained by Harrison Ford as a swashbuckling archaeologist professor on the hunt for the world’s greatest treasures and solving mysteries that are out of this world. We start this movie during World War II and a younger Indy is on the run from the Nazis (again). How was CGI magic used to make Harrison Ford so young? Fast forward to an

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104:27

Episode 363 - Spider-Verse, Spider-Verse, Friendly...

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/06/27

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is in movie theaters now. Did you laugh when you saw the Comics Code Authority's Seal of Approval? How many different versions of Spider-Man (and other Spider-beings) can fit in one universe? Are the canon points in time as important as Miguel O’Hara thinks? Does the live-action bits work in this movie? Will we get a full Bollywood dance scene in the next movie? Why is Sony insisting on creating live-action villain movies without Spider-Man? Join Eduardo M

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Episode 362 - MarkWHO77 Presents: Andr(e)w Sawyers

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/06/20

Mark Baumgarten, Vicky Jakubowski, and Ben Cullis chat with Andrew Sawyers (aka Andrw Sawyers).Over the past 3 years, Andy has been the illustrator on The Cell and Silver Jubilee in The77, making his debut in issue two of The77. His work has also featured in Shift, Pandora, This Comic is Haunted, Hardcore Hare and many others. He's produced the album art for the Aggros (Cro Mags) and Vertical Noise. Originator of the Cyco Vision™ color STyle, coffee drinker, hardcore punk ‘Drokktober’ veteran,

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86:47

Episode 361 - Rocket’s Past, Present, and Future

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/06/01

Is this the perfect swan song for James Gunn as he moves away from the MCU into his new role at the DCU? Why is Peter’s Zune so important and how does Gunn’s music choices shape his movies? Who is a cross between Skeletor and Robo-Cop? Why is the High Evolutionary obsessed with Rocket? What is the real climax of the movie? How many of you cried? Did Adam Warlock redeem himself in the end? What is next for the new Guardians of the Galaxy? Will Peter find happiness on Earth? These thoughts and so much

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86:25

Episode 360 - Taking the Lifeboat to Lawless

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/05/23

This week we are catching up with Steve Bull and Ben Cullis from The77 Publications team. Between the tall tales and bad jokes, we discuss what is happening with our friends across the pond. Have you supported Ian Gibson’s “Lifeboat” Kickstarter campaign yet? Known for his work on Halo Jones and Judge Dredd, Ian Gibson has entertained for generations. Want to back another passion project from another comic book icon? John Wagner’s “The Bogie Man: The Incomplete Files” Kickstarter campaign is coming

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112:38

Episode 359 - Picard: Hope is Never Lost

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/05/02

Picard Season 3 is streaming on Paramount+, so now is the time to let our geek show. Prepare the photon torpedoes and set phasers to stun – spoiler alerts ahead. What is up with Captain Shaw… could he have a bigger chip on his shoulder? Is the main theme of the season revenge or family? Which cameo or easter eggs were our favorites? Were we surprised by our emotional investment in the roller coaster episodes? Where did Worf learn to meditate and make tea? How are the Changelings defying detection

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104:09

Episode 358 - This is The Way... to Mandalore

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/04/25

The third season of The Mandalorian is out on Disney+ and there is too much to unwrap. Why did we never see The Mandolorian’s face this season? What’s up with the bureaucracy of the New Republic? How is this setting up the future Star Wars movies and television shows? Where will Din Dajrin and Grogu find their next adventure? Will there be a fourth season? Can Mand'alor again find glory and respect? How funny were Jack Black and Lizzo? Listen as Mark Baumgarten, Eduardo M. Freyre, Vicky Jakubowski,

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100:30

Episode 357 - Plan 99 From Outer Space

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/04/04

Star Wars: The Bad Batch‘s second season has wrapped and it’s time to chat. What is new with the members of Clone Force 99? How is fascism sneaking into the Empire and taking over the former Republic planets? Why does the Empire want to retire all the clones and replace them with Storm Troopers? What does Doctor Royce Hemlock want with Camion scientist Nala Se? Who is Emerie Karr? What is next for Omega? Will there be a season three to explain all the cliff-hangers? Join in with Mark Baumgarten,

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100:09

Episode 356 - This Show is HAUNTED… again!

MarkWHO42 ·

2023/03/28

The Kickstarter campaign is underway for the second issue of “This Comic Is HAUNTED” from our friends at The77 Publications. Dave Heeley, Ian Stopforth, and Jo Heeley join us from the UK to discuss what new gruesome goodies are in store for readers who back the latest comic book. Who is the Grey Phantom and where did he come from? How will they amp up the scares and entertain readers? What major breakout projects are coming down the pipeline? Listen as Mark Baumgarten and Vicky Jakubowski share

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