Our Love, Hate Relationship with Comic Culture

Marvel’s Back? Daredevil Heat, Spider-Man Chaos & Supergirl Talk

Daredevil returns with brutal energy, Kingpin levels up, and Marvel might finally be finding its rhythm again. The crew breaks down Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors—from Jean Grey casting clues to Hobgoblin theories and Ghost Rider buzz. Plus, Sony’s still being… Sony. Over in DC, we go live with a first-watch reaction to the Supergirl trailer—Lobo, action, and all—while debating whether it delivers or just teases. And things get spicy with a viral debate: should Professor X be reimagined? Our Love, Hate Relationship with Comic Culture is hosted by Pete Rock, Tat Wza and Mickey Facts, edited by Tom Frank and brought to you by Merrick Studios. Join the conversation on Instagram @ComicCulturePodcast and get early access plus live events, additional content and more at Merrick Studios+

Spider-Man Madness: Mutant Agenda, 7 Villains & Daredevil Returns

Mickey Factz, Tat Wza and Pete Rock break down the explosive new Spider-Man trailer—packed with villains, Mutant Agenda vibes, and major Marvel shakeups. From Tarantula to The Jackal, Hulk sightings to Jean Grey theories, this one has everything. Plus, Daredevil is officially back and going hard, Punisher is on the way, and Marvel’s future is starting to look a lot brighter. Did Marvel finally find its rhythm again? Our Love, Hate Relationship with Comic Culture is hosted by Pete Rock, Tat Wza and Mickey Facts, edited by Tom Frank and brought to you by Merrick Studios. Join the conversation on Instagram @ComicCulturePodcast  [https://instagram.com/comicculturepodcast]and get early access plus live events, additional content and more at Merrick Studios+ [https://wearemerrickstudios.com/plus]

Trailer Reaction: Spider-Noir

Mickey Factz and Tat Wza are back with another Trailer Reaction - this time diving into the gritty, stylized world of Spider-Noir starring Nicolas Cage. With Pete Rock checking in from Switzerland, the crew breaks down a trailer that surprised everyone - delivering action, atmosphere, and a bold noir aesthetic that has them seriously impressed. From the black-and-white vs. color debate to standout moments like swinging, fight scenes, and unexpected villain teases, the conversation quickly turns into a heated comparison with Lanterns. Is this the sleeper hit of the year? Did Amazon just raise the bar for superhero storytelling? And then there’s Tom… who might have the most controversial take of the episode. Tap in, watch the full reaction, and let us know—are you riding with Spider-Noir or not? Our Love, Hate Relationship with Comic Culture is hosted by Pete Rock, Tat Wza and Mickey Facts, edited by Tom Frank and brought to you by Merrick Studios - https://wearemerrickstudios.com [https://wearemerrickstudios.com]

Trailer Reaction: Lanterns

The Comic Culture crew sits down for a first-time watch of the new Lanterns trailer, reacting in real time as DC’s upcoming series introduces the dynamic between Hal Jordan and John Stewart. With Pete Rock away, Mickey Factz, Tat Wizard, and Tom Frank break down everything from the tone and setup to the costumes, the powers, and what the trailer might be hinting at. Is this a bold new direction for the Green Lantern mythos, or did the trailer leave fans wanting more? Press play to hear the debate—and then let us know where you stand. Our Love, Hate Relationship with Comic Culture is hosted by Pete Rock, Tat Wza and Mickey Facts, edited by Tom Frank and brought to you by Merrick Studios - https://wearemerrickstudios.com [https://wearemerrickstudios.com]

Bonus: Comic Culture Versus — Superman vs Sentry

Welcome to the first edition of Comic Culture Versus (CCV) — where we put iconic comic book characters head-to-head and debate who would actually win. In this episode, Mickey Factz and Wza step into the arena to break down one of the most overpowered matchups in comics: Superman vs Sentry. DC’s original powerhouse, powered by the sun and known as the blueprint for modern superheroes, faces off against Marvel’s unstable god-tier hero with the power of a million exploding suns — and the terrifying presence of The Void lurking behind him. Strength, durability, molecular manipulation, mental instability, and one big question: Who really wins? Listen to the full debate and decide for yourself.