Billy Maximoff's Origins, Penguin's Fiery Ascent and Blade's Vanishing Act

Greetings, nerds! Sarah Belmont and Will Polk return to talk The Penguin and Agatha All Along this week. They first kick off the episode with the indefinite delay of "Blade" and the strategic reshuffling of Marvel's cinematic calendar, pondering the implications for future releases, then do a quick roundup of DC, Star Trek, and Marvel news from New York Comic Con. (0:00)

The conversation then turns to "Agatha All Along," episode six, "Familiar By Thy Side." Sarah and Will delve into the unexpected twists of the episode, exploring the deepening mystery surrounding the character of Billy and his ties to the coven. They discuss the episode's clever use of flashbacks and the intriguing character dynamics at play. (6:50)

Finally, they break down "The Penguin," episode five, "Homecoming." Sarah and Will analyze the escalating tensions within Gotham's crime families, focusing on Sophia's strategic maneuvers and Oz's desperate attempts to stay ahead. They discuss the show's complex character relationships and the narrative's nods to classic gangster films. (31:45)

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