Cosmic Circus Podcasts

Cosmic Circle Ep. 25: Shazam! Fury of the Gods Discussion

Join host Ayla Ruby and fellow writers Brian Kitson and Wiktor Reinfuss as they discuss Shazam: Fury of the Gods. The trio talks about what worked for them and what didn’t in this latest DC Studios adaption. They discuss cameos, post-credit scenes, and even the somewhat controversial product placement. And if that wasn’t enough, the writers also answer questions from the Cosmic Circus community and more.
Ep. 24: Shazam! Fury of the Gods
Timestamps:
00:20 - Intros
01:15 - First and pre-viewing impressions on Shazam! Fury of the Gods, going in. Did you expect to like it? What did you like?
11:02 - Do you want to see more of Shazam in future?
14:15 - Spoiler alert! Talking about what they did and didn't get right with tone and whether or not there should be a reboot for the characters
17:09 - Discussion about bringing in Peacemaker characters, and talk about the difference in tone between Shazam! and that show.
20:40 - What did you really like about the movie?
27:45 - Praising Lucy Liu's performance
29:45 - What did you not like about the movie?
36:15 - What is going on with the end credits scene anyway? 
38:30 - Discussing the dragon and VFX
41:00 - Discussing product placements in the film.
44:18 - Did you like Steve?
46:00 - Final thoughts on Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Vic's theory... is Shazam's world going to be connected to The Flash film coming up?
49:45 - Outros
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Brian Kitson
Ayla Ruby
Wiktor Reinfuss
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 03/19/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.
full article at:
https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-circle-ep-25-shazam-fury-of-the-gods-discussion/

Cosmic Circle Ep. 24: HBO’s The Last of Us Season 1 Discussion (SPOILERS)

If there's one show that people can't seem to stop talking about recently it's The Last of Us. HBO build another hit, which audiences can't get enough of. That includes us here at The Cosmic Circus, so of course we had to jump on Zoom for The Last of Us discussion podcast, capping the end of an excellent season.
Join host Brian Kitson and fellow writers Ayla Ruby and Anthony Flagg as they break down what they liked, how The Last of Us compares to other video game adaptations, and what they hope to see in future seasons!
Timestamps (SPOILER WARNING for The Last of Us season 1 and the game)
00:20 - Intros
02:20 - General thoughts on The Last of Us season 1
05:45 - Audience reception
10:45 - What parts of season 1 did we like the most?
20:41 - What didn't we like?
28:00 - Where do we think this ranks as far as game adaptations? Do we have hope for future game adaptations to be this good?
32:00 - Commenting on Ashley Johnson's appearance on the show, and how similar she looks to Bella Ramsey.
34:20 - Theories for next season (more spoilers discussed for the game and possibly future seasons)
37: 20 - Would the cure have worked?
41:40 - Outros
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Anthony Flagg
Ayla Ruby
Brian Kitson
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 03/13/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.
Full article available at: https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-circle-ep-24-the-last-of-us-season-1-discussion/

Cosmic Circle Ep. 23: Quantumania Q&A

In this episode, host Ayla Ruby, along with fellow podcasters Brian Kitson, and Anthony Flagg delve into everything from Jonathan Majors' Kang to our thoughts on Cassie Lang's future. And although he couldn't be on the podcast in person, cosmic writer Alex Perez answered some of those curious inquiries in writing.
(SPOILER warning for Ant-man and the Wasp: Quantumania)
Timestamps
00:20 Intros
01.10 Will we ever see Hope and Scott married with kids?
03:25 Will Cassie and Peter Parker ever meet and become friends?
05:35 Comments on audience response to MODOK
07:50 If Janet had those discs then why didn't she escape before?
11:25 Was Kang planned for way back when Ant-Man and the Wasp came out?
12:40 What are they planning ahead now?
13: 30 Alternate ways to defeat Kang and what is Kang without his suit?
16:00 Why does Scott act sort of immaturely? Why doesn't he tell people about his worries?
19:00 What did you think of Cassie Lang in this film?
24:44 Questions for Alex Perez
25:15 When will we see Kang next in the MCU?
28:50 Should Peyton Reed return for Ant-Man 4 or Secret Wars?
32:01  What was your favorite part of Quantumania?
33:20 What is the future of the Quantum Realm in the MCU? Was this a one off?
36:10 Will Kang always be the main antagonist when he shows up?
39:14 Will Scott and Hope mentor the Young Avengers in Ant-Man 4?
41:09 How many Kangs will we see as main characters? Will there be new MCU Kang variants?
42:40 What is the plan for Janet and Hope going forward? (this was briefly talked about by Alex in our previous Quantumania episode)
44:17 Outros
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Anthony Flagg
Ayla Ruby
Brian Kitson
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 03/05/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay

Interview with Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur’s Steve Loter and Rodney Clouden

Cosmic Cafe host Ayla Ruby sits down with Steve Loter and Rodney Clouden, Executive Producers of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, to talk about the new Marvel/Disney show. The series is now airing on Disney Channel and Disney+. 
Timestamps:
00:30 - Intros
01:20 - What is Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur?
02:11 - What inspired you to bring these characters to TV?
03:10 - How did you get introduced to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur?
04:50 - What was the inspiration for the art style of this series?
07:25 - What was the process for pairing the music with visuals?
10:23 - Pitching the series to Raphael Saadiq
13:10 - What can you tell me about Lunella's journey in season 1?
17:20 - Ayla's daughter asks, "Does Lunella's parents know she is a superhero, will they find out later?"
18:05 - Guest stars on the series, Mae Jemison, Cobie Smulders, and May Calamawy
21:20 - Anything else you'd like to share about the show this season?
23:30 - Outros
Are you a fan of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur? Please join the conversation and share your thoughts on Twitter @MyCosmicCircus or @CosmicPodcasts.
Cosmic Cafe credits:
Host: Ayla Ruby
Theme: “Coffee and You” by Vladislav Kurnikov via Pixabay.
Recorded: 1/20
Full article available at : https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-cafe-interview-with-moon-girl-and-devil-dinosaur-eps-steve-loter-and-rodney-clouden/

Cosmic Circle Ep. 22: The Mandalorian Season 3 Discussion

It's been over two years since the last season of The Mandalorian, but finally, Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu are back. Join host Brian Kitson, along with fellow Cosmic Circus writers Anthony Flagg and Wiktor Reinfuss, as they break down the Mandalorian season 3 premiere and share their predictions for the rest of the season.
What are your thoughts on The Mandalorian season 3 premiere? Is there anything you liked? What would you have liked to see differently? Let us know on social media. And if you enjoy this podcast, please consider sharing it with friends and supporting it via The Cosmic Circus Patreon, following us on Twitter @cosmicpodcasts, or joining our Discord.
Recorded on 03/05/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.

Cosmic Circle Ep. 21: Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Review and Multiverse Saga (SPOILERS)

Cosmic Circus writers Ayla Ruby, Anthony Flagg and Alex Perez discuss the latest Marvel film Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Warning for HEAVY SPOILERS as well as some hints and spoilers about the future of the Multiverse Saga shared by Alex Perez. 
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Alex Perez
Anthony Flagg
Ayla Ruby
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 02/19/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay. Full article with timestamps: https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-circle-ep-21-ant-man-and-the-wasp-quantumania/

Interview with Pilar Flynn from Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur

Ayla Ruby of thecosmiccircus.com talks with EP and co-showrunner of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur Pilar Flynn about the new Disney Marvel animated series.
Read the full article at: https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-cafe-interview-with-pilar-flynn-from-moon-girl-and-devil-dinosaur/
For a comics reading guide to Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur go to: https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/moon-girl-and-devil-dinosaur-reading-guide/
Time Stamps:  
00:00 - Intro 
00:34 - Interview with Pilar Flynn begins, introduction 
01:35 - What does a producer do? 
04:00 - What's the story of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur? 
05:50 - Talk about the shows writing, sophisticated and fun, a show for adults and kids. 
08:05 - Talk about the decision to "age up" Lunella Lafayette from 9 to 13 years old. 
09:48 - They are in contact with the creators of the original comics Brandon Montclare and Amy Reeder. They are "so excited" and "on board." 
10:21 - Talk about animation influences for the show. 
12:54 - Talk about cast and crew and the importance of diversity. 
16:35 - About Diamond White casting as Lunella 
18:05 - Where were you when you got the call about season 2 being greenlit? 
19:30 - Anything else you'd like people to know about the show? 
20:35 - Does this show fit into the larger MCU at all? 
20:12 - If Moon Girl could team up with any Avenger, who would it be? 
21:56 - Outro
Cosmic Cafe credits:
Host: Ayla Ruby
Theme: “Coffee and You” by Vladislav Kurnikov via Pixabay.
Recorded: 12/07/2022

Cosmic Circle Ep. 20: The Marvel Cinematic Multiverse

Now that the Infinity Saga has come to a close, Marvel Studios is ready to expand its cinematic universe in some big ways, by creating a multiverse. The Marvel Cinematic Multiverse is as confusing as it is epic, with rules and layers that are just becoming apparent. Don't worry though, co-host Brian and Ayla are joined by The Cosmic Circus writer Alex Perez, who is more than ready to dive deep and explain the Multiverse in detail.
Join along as The Cosmic Circle looks back through Phase 4 for the beginning of the multiverse and looks forward to Phase 5 and beyond, as the multiverse prepares to explode onto the screen. Coming just after the release of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantuamania will be our review episode, where Alex will join Ayla and Anthony breaking down the film and what comes next.
What are your thoughts on Marvel Cinematic Multiverse so far? Which Alex Perez tidbit was your favorite? Let us know on social media. And if you enjoy this podcast, please consider sharing it with friends and supporting it via The Cosmic Circus Patreon, following us on Twitter @cosmicpodcasts, or joining our Discord.
For full article and podcast with timestamps visit: https://www.thecosmiccircus.com/cosmic-circle-ep-20-the-marvel-cinematic-multiverse/
Podcast credits and show notes
Contributors/Writers
Alex Perez
Ayla Ruby
Brian Kitson
Executive Producer/Editor
Lizzie Hill
Recorded on 02/04/23
Superhero theme by HumanoideVFX on Pixabay.