Exploring Fictional Presidents in Media and Marvel's Future

In this lively episode of Sure Look, Sure Listen hosts Mick and Ben engage in a hilarious and insightful discussion on fictional U.S. Presidents across various media. The episode includes a deep dive into characters from comic books, movies, and recent Marvel Cinematic Universe reveals. They provide commentary on the sociopolitical implications of these characters, from the heroic archetypes of the 90s to the satirical depictions in modern media.

Alongside, they discuss upcoming Marvel projects, including Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts. The episode also touches upon reactions to Ben's previous TikTok comments on Venom, the challenges with internet criticism, and why Spider-man shouldn't be stickier

00:00 Hammer Time!

00:21 Marvel Madness and D23 Highlights

01:27 US Election Aftermath: A Satirical Take

02:31 Podcasting Against Fascism

03:47 Apple Podcasts Controversy

09:41 Depictions of US Presidents in Fiction

12:37 The King in Yellow: A Presidential Mention

20:47 Betty Boop for President: A Satirical Cartoon

25:14 It Can't Happen Here: Sinclair Lewis' Prophetic Novel

30:54 Prez: The Teen President Comic

38:23 Racist Overtones and Boss Smiley's Manipulation

38:57 Prez Rickard's Journey and Eagle Free

41:23 Neil Gaiman's Reinterpretation of Prez Rickard

43:51 President DeWayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho

49:20 American Presidents in 90s Films

54:25 Venom's Creation Controversy

01:01:59 Captain America: Brave New World and Red Hulk

01:11:25 Closing Remarks and Community Engagement

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