
Pretend Presidents
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Episode · 1:13:35 · Nov 12, 2024
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Exploring Fictional Presidents in Media and Marvel's FutureIn this lively episode of Sure Look, Sure Listen hosts Mick and Ben engage in a hilarious and insightful discussion on fictional U.S. Presidents across various media. The episode includes a deep dive into characters from comic books, movies, and recent Marvel Cinematic Universe reveals. They provide commentary on the sociopolitical implications of these characters, from the heroic archetypes of the 90s to the satirical depictions in modern media.Alongside, they discuss upcoming Marvel projects, including Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts. The episode also touches upon reactions to Ben's previous TikTok comments on Venom, the challenges with internet criticism, and why Spider-man shouldn't be stickier00:00 Hammer Time!00:21 Marvel Madness and D23 Highlights01:27 US Election Aftermath: A Satirical Take02:31 Podcasting Against Fascism03:47 Apple Podcasts Controversy09:41 Depictions of US Presidents in Fiction12:37 The King in Yellow: A Presidential Mention20:47 Betty Boop for President: A Satirical Cartoon25:14 It Can't Happen Here: Sinclair Lewis' Prophetic Novel30:54 Prez: The Teen President Comic38:23 Racist Overtones and Boss Smiley's Manipulation38:57 Prez Rickard's Journey and Eagle Free41:23 Neil Gaiman's Reinterpretation of Prez Rickard43:51 President DeWayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho49:20 American Presidents in 90s Films54:25 Venom's Creation Controversy01:01:59 Captain America: Brave New World and Red Hulk01:11:25 Closing Remarks and Community EngagementGive us a follow, or get in touch!:Hop Up On That Discord Baby!Watch Us On YoutubeTiktokInstagramGmailSubstackLeave us a review on SpotifyJoin the Collecting Issues DiscordListen to Collecting Issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1h 13m 35s · Nov 12, 2024
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