Healthy Distractions: A Marvel Podcast

Ep. 015 - Dr. Strange Things

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 21 May 2018 16:47:41 +0000

This week on Healthy Distractions we do a deep dive into the first Dr. Strange movie to see how well it holds up within the Marvel Cinematic Universe since the release of Avengers: Infinity War. We look at some of the traps that it fell into as an origin story, Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal and whether or not it's due for a "Ragnorak" reboot, and look forward to see where they go with a potential Dr. Strange sequel.

As always, we want to know what you think. You can send your thoughts on Dr. Strange to us at healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com, message us at facebook.com/healthydistractions, IG @healthydistractions, or on Twitter @health_distraction.

Ep. 014 - Infinity War Wrap Up

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 14 May 2018 16:17:32 +0000

This week on Healthy Distractions we wrap up Avengers: Infinity War. We discuss some of the reveals (and not reveals) from the Russo brothers and James Gunn, the non-existent Avengers 4 trailer, and our own theories for what might have happened in Infinity War or will come back around in Avengers 4.

We want to know what you think! You can reach us at healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com, facebook.com/healthydistractions, IG @healthydistractions, and Twitter @health_distract. Please leave us a review and feedback whenever you can to help other Marvel fans find us!

Ep. 013 - Mad (Titan) About Thanos

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 07 May 2018 16:17:38 +0000

This week the Healthy Distraction's duo discusses Marvel's Mad Titan Thanos! Is Thanos truly Marvel's greatest villain? Has it been worth the 10-year wait? We break down what makes Thanos such a compelling and interesting character, and how he shaped Avengers Infinity War into one of the best superhero (and Marvel) movies of the decade. We know that you probably have an opinion on Thanos too, and we would love to hear it! Please let us know what you thought at healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com, facebook.com/healthydistractions, IG @healthydistractions, and Twitter @health_distract.

Ep. 012 - Avengers Infinity War

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 07:27:05 +0000

This week the Healthy Distractions duo take a deeper dive into Marvel Studios' latest endeavor: Avengers Infinity War. Since 2008, Marvel has been leading up to this massive event that involves over 20 heroes and roughly 18 different movies. There are some spoilers so please be cautious if you have not seen the movie yet and don't want to be spoiled. We know this movie had an impact on you too, and we want to hear how! You can reach us at healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com, facebook.com/healthydistractions, IG: @healthydistractions, and Twitter: @health_distract.

Bonus Distractions! Infinity War Reactions (No Spoilers)

Healthy Distractions — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 17:38:01 +0000

On this bonus episode of Healthy Distractions, we record our initial, no spoiler, general reactions immediately after seeing Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War. We also want to hear your thoughts so please reach out to us at facebook.com/healthydistractions, healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com, @healthydistractions on Instagram, and @health_distract on Twitter.Â

Ep. 011 - The MCU's Redheaded Stepchild

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:44:26 +0000

This week on Healthy Distractions we discuss The Incredible Hulk. We want try to figure out why it is overlooked and ranked lower when people discuss the MCU movies, even though it was one of the movies that propelled the MCU into what it is today. Listen and let us know how you feel at facebook.com/healthydistractions or healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 010 - Prequel Pitfalls

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 15:02:37 +0000

Prequels - usually a topic of controversy amongst the mega fans yet we still want to see them. The Healthy Distractions duo takes a look at some of the positives and negatives of prequels and talks about how Captain Marvel can avoid some of the same shortcomings. Listen and let us know how you feel at facebook.com/healthydistractions or healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 009 - To Share (Universe) or Not to Share?

Healthy Distractions — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 13:35:57 +0000

The Healthy Distractions duo discuss the idea of a cinematic shared universe, and whether or not certain franchises (*cough* DC *cough*) should strive for one of their own or if they should put less emphasis on the idea and create better individual movies. Please listen and let us know what you think at either healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com or facebook.com/healthydistractions. Later!

Ep. 008 - Marvel's Comic Problem

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 13:13:24 +0000

This week we take a look at Marvel's recent run of comic books and how the comics have changed since the emergence of the MCU. Listen and let us know how you feel at facebook.com/healthydistractions orÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.Â

Ep. 007 - To Infinity and War!

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 12:59:10 +0000

We discuss Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War after the release of the most recent trailer. We discuss our reactions to the trailer, what we expect from the movie, and the impact this movie will have on the future of the MCU. Let us know what you think at facebook.com/healthydistractions orÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.Â

Ep. 006 - Exposit Me This

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 15:43:24 +0000

Exposition [ek-spuh-zish-uh n] noun - writing or speech primarily intended to convey information or to explain. In this week's episode, we look at exposition! We look through some of Marvel's movies to see some good (and bad) examples of how Marvel has done exposition and whether or not it has improved since Phase 1.Â Â

Let us know what you think at facebook.com/healthydistractions or atÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 005 - Thoughts on the DCEU

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 13:53:46 +0000

DC's extended cinematic universe has been a relative flop thus far when you compare it to the success of Marvel and their MCU. Why is that? Half of the Healthy Distractions duo looks back on the last few DCEU movies as well as discusses the direction in which they should go with their future movies.Â Share your thoughts with us about the DCEU at facebook.com/healthydistractions orÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 004 - Black Panther Review

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 17:01:59 +0000

Black Panther is a hit! It is smashing box office records, eye-opening, and powerfully political. We give you our thoughts on the movie, which includes our favorite moments and some nit-picking.Â Â We want to hear what you thought about the movie too! Share your stories and thoughts with us at facebook.com/healthydistractions orÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 003 - Trailer Discussions! Black Panther, Solo, and Venom

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 14:26:34 +0000

Trailers, trailers, trailers! There are a lot of new trailers to digest and we comment on them, but really dive into what we are hoping to see with the new Marvel Studios movie Black Panther. The critics love it, and it's getting rave reviews, but is it overhyped? Listen and find out! Let us know what you think at facebook.com/healthydistractions or healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 002 - MCU Future: X-Men and Fantastic Four?

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 13:57:19 +0000

Perfect timing? Marvel Studios regains the movie rights to X-Men, Fantastic Four, and a few other characters right around the time that Infinity War is wrapping up. What does that mean for the Marvel Cinematic Universe? We take a look and discuss who, when, and how we want to see join the MCU from the re-acquired franchises. We want your thoughts and opinions more than ever for this episode, since I'm sure there are some other good ways to introduce these characters to the MCU.Â Let us know what you think at facebook.com/healthydistractions or atÂ healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.

Ep. 001 - Best Comic Book Movies of 2017

Healthy Distractions — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 19:40:08 +0000

Welcome to 2018! We are excited to open up our new year with our first episode where we discuss and rank our favorite comic book movies of 2017. SHOCKER! DC had one of the best movies of the year! And Marvel continued their trend of fun and enjoyable movies.Â Â

Let us know what you think at facebook.com/healthydistractions or at healthydistractionspodcast@gmail.com.