The African nation of Wakanda is finally explored on-screen in 2018's Black Panther. Having long been teased, how does T'Challa's first solo film live up to the hype? Does the social commentary help or hurt the film? And why has it become one of Marvel's most successful movies? Journey to Africa and find out with us as we discuss Black Panther!

He's a friend from work! That's what Thor realizes when he clashes with The Incredible Hulk in 2017's Thor: Ragnarok. Departing heavily from the previous iterations of the character, Ragnarok reinvigorates a franchise some felt was stale. Why did Marvel decide this radical shift was the direction they should go in? Was it the brainchild of Chris Hemsworth, Taika Waititi or Kevin Feige? And how does this film set up the epic of Avengers: Infinity War? Travel through the wormhole with us and...

The MCU welcomes Spider-Man into fold in 2017's Spider-Man: Homecoming! At a time when no one was excited about the prospect of another Spidey film, does the Sony/Marvel deal work? What sets this iteration apart from the previous Raimi and Webb series? And why is Iron Man here? Find out as we crawl through the web of Spider-Man: Homecoming!

The ragtag group of outlaws return in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2! Taking it's name from the incredible music that made the first film so memorable, does this second one live up to the name? How does Peter Quill's father, Ego, impact the plot and satisfy that mystery? But really, can Groot get any more adorable? Blast off to Ego's planet as we discuss Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.

The magical realm of Marvel exploded onto the screen in 2016's Doctor Strange. Following the titular hero, the film was the first in the MCU to portray real magic. Does this new ability mesh with the scientific world the MCU had become? How is Doctor Strange any different from Tony Stark? But most importantly, how does this film set up limitless possibilities for the future of the MCU? Open your mind and follow us as we discuss Doctor Strange!

All of the Avengers' actions come to a head as they face the Sokovia Accords in Captain America: Civil War. The decision deeply divides the team into 2 camps: Captain America and Iron Man. Which side is the right one? Based on the comic of the same name, how can Marvel adapt such a massive story-line? Are the Russo Brothers able to pull it off? Battle it out with us as we discuss Captain America: Civil War!

After world-ending plots and catastrophic events, Marvel decides to tell a smaller story. Ant-Man crawled onto the scene in 2015, 10 years after it was first announced. Having lost fan-favorite director Edgar Wright, the movie was a mystery to movie-goers. Would it have the same charm they'd imagined for 10 years? Had Marvel finally brought about their first flop? Would it even work at all? Find out as we shrink down into the Quantum Realm and discuss Ant-Man!

Earth's Mightiest Heroes, The Avengers, are back! This time they're sporting a roster bigger than ever adding the likes of Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver and Vision to their ranks. How does the movie juggle its enormous cast? Being the sequel to the biggest hit of 2012, does it live up to the hype? Oh, and HULKBUSTER!!!! Join us as we uncover behind-the-scenes struggles, on-the-screen snuggles and little-known facts in The Avengers: Age of Ultron!

After 6 years of Avengers-linked movies, Marvel came out of left-field with the release of Guardians of the Galaxy in 2014. Helmed by rather unknown James Gunn, the movie was a smash hit. But why did Marvel go with such an obscure group of characters for their next film? Was Gunn the one who led the charge? And oh, yeah, Thanos is in this movie?!!? Blast off into space with us as we speed through the cosmos discussing Guardians of the Galaxy!

The Winter Soldier was released in a time when fans weren't sure of Marvel's ability to make movies. Having two lukewarm films the previous year, how could a new Captain America movie right the ship? Does the character hold any weight in the modern setting or does he fall flat as a flag-waving boy scout? And, above all, does his costume look better than it did in The Avengers? Jump to the modern day with us as we discuss all this and more in Captain America: The Winter Soldier!

Thor, the Mighty Avenger, returns in his second solo outing! Highly regarded as the worst in the MCU, does this film have any redeeming features? How can a director of such popular shows as Game of Thrones lead Thor down a path to critical panning? And how do Thor and Loki condition their beautiful new manes? Find out as we travel to Asgard and beyond in Thor: The Dark World!

After the success of The Avengers, Marvel completes their first trilogy in Iron Man 3. With a new director and more grounded tone, does the threequel live up to its namesake? How do you modernize the racist stereotype that is The Mandarin? And, above all, how do you follow the glorious monstrosity that was The Avengers? Join us as we discuss all this and more on Cuz We're Nerds!

After 5 long years, Marvel finally assembles the Earth's Mightiest Heroes: The Avengers! How do the various other films' tones mix together into a cohesive whole? Was it Joss Whedon that made the film so memorable or other behind-the-scenes workers? And really, who is this Mark Ruffalo guy? Assemble with us as we discuss the wonder of 2012's The Avengers! This is part 1 of our look at The Avengers. Be sure to check out part 2 when you're done!

This is part 2 of our look at The Avengers. Be sure to check out part 1 before you dive in here! After 5 long years, Marvel finally assembles the Earth's Mightiest Heroes: The Avengers! How do the various other films' tones mix together into a cohesive whole? Was it Joss Whedon that made the film so memorable or other behind-the-scenes workers? And really, who is this Mark Ruffalo guy? Assemble with us as we discuss the wonder of 2012's The Avengers!

One of Marvel's oldest heroes, Captain America, burst onto screens in 2011 featuring former Fantastic Four actor Chris Evans. With Avengers only a year away, would this new hero inspire fans the same way Iron Man did? How would old-school American values jive in modern day? And isn't a guy in a flag costume just nonsense? Travel through time with us as we uncover Marvel's only period piece, Captain America: The First Avenger!

Thor had an uphill battle to win when it was released in 2011. Being steeped deep in Norse mythology made audiences wonder how it would gel with the technological universe the MCU had become. Would he stick out like a sore Shakespearean thumb? And would the more fantastical elements of the comics translate at all to screen? Find out as we discuss how Thor came to be and it's relevance in the MCU!

Marvel's first sequel, Iron Man 2, was a disappointment when it was released in 2010. Why wasn't it the movie everyone hoped it would be? Does it have any redeeming qualities or is it a pile of trash? And why was Terrence Howard replaced with Don Cheadle? Wade through the mess with us as we discuss the buildup, release and aftermath of Iron Man 2!

In this episode, we talk about Marvel's first reboot: The Incredible Hulk. Why wasn't it a sequel to 2003's Hulk? What caused Edward Norton to sign on and be subsequently replaced for sequels? Hash it out with us as we give you the scoop on the buildup, release and aftermath of the MCU's second movie, The Incredible Hulk!

2018 marks the Marvel Cinematic Universe's 10th anniversary and the culmination of all their films: Avengers Infinity War. Join us as we take a journey through all their films leading up to the release of Infinity War. In this episode, we talk about the movie that started it all: Iron Man. Learn how the MCU came to be. Was it smooth sailing or were there bumps along the way? Come along and unravel the history on Cuz We're Nerds!