Ep. 632 - The Suicide Squad (GUEST: Frank Barbiere, author of Astonishing Times)

Jeff is back to talk about all things superhero. The cast
discusses What If…, the new Marvel animated series, before
jumping into The Suicide Squad with Frank Barbiere. Can the new
James Gunn joint save the notorious franchise?

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Weekly Plugs


David - Culturally Relevant interview with Ben Philippe and What
If recaps


Devindra - Engadget Podcast on Samsung’s latest foldables 


Jeff - DLC off the rails 





Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)


What we've been watching  (~3:00)


Jeff - What If…?, Mr Corman


David - What If…?, The White Lotus 


Devindra - Reservation Dogs, Brand New cherry Flavor, Ted Lasso
S2 christmas special





Feature  (~46:30)


The Suicide Squad


Spoilers (~1:11:05)





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