Matt Spectro Thru The Multiverse

Podcast of Vengeance-Hulk(2015)

This week, my pal and former guest Francis appears on the Multiverse for the first time in 2022! We talk one of his all time favorite heroes, Ghost Rider, as we go back to the Hulk and the Agents of SMASH episode "Spirit of Vengeance" - a bizarre mix of the goofiness of this cartoon with the more serious Ghost Rider! Join us as we discuss all the controversy behind the scenes of the original comic series, 70s comics influenced by pop culture, the multiple flaming vehicles of Flame Face and clogging toilets! All this and more as we talk a Demon riding a motorcycle…in cartoon form!

Intercontinental Podcast-Invincible(2021)

This week is a very exciting episode as for the first time ever the Multiverse goes international! I'm joined by the co-host of the "That Superhero Thing" podcast, Nick! We travel back to 2021 for the Invincible episode "Its About Time!" It's not your typical Saturday morning cartoon as it's definitely for a more mature audience. Join us as we discuss such things as teenage superheroes, the Walking Dead cast reunion, talking dogs who solve mysteries, realism in superhero battles and the legitimacy of the phrase "across the pond!" All this and more as we discuss Invincible.......in cartoon form!

This Podcast Does Not Exist-Men in Black(1997)

This week, I'm joined by my former podcast tag team partner Julian Starr as we go back to 1997 for the Men In Black episode "The Long Goodbye Syndrome!" Everyone remembers the blockbuster film, but not as many people are aware of the comic book or the animated series! Join Julian and I as we discuss the entire MIB franchise, Julian's attempts at different voices, comicbook/wrestling trivia, bizarre film crossovers and the claim that the Men in Black films didn't make any money! All this and more as they won't let us remember.....in cartoon form!

Podcast Outside the Box - Matt Talks Current Comic Events

This week it’s a completely different episode as I throw out my usual format!!! I'm flying solo this time out and I'm not just talking animation! I cover all the most recent comic movies and TV show news! Everything from the cancellation of Batgirl, the mixed reactions to the She-Hulk trailer, plus thoughts on Shazam and Wakanda Forever! Also, I give my take on recent film releases, and the reason I'm not going to see the movie featuring the hero that was my favorite in the MCU! Plus, I give a couple of recommendations for current comic books you should check out. Next week, the regular format returns, but in the meantime, enjoy the Multiverse thinking outside the box!

One Punch Podcast - One Punch Man (2015)

This week, the youngest guest in my show’s history Alex Milonas returns!! He's also the podcast's anime expert as we go back to 2015 for the One Punch Man episode "The Strongest Man!" Matt steps outta his comfort zone as we dive into the manga/anime world and not another superhero cartoon!!! Listen in as we talk the massive success of anime, Matt tries his best to pronounce japanese names, the craziness of the anime character designs, a steroid named Biceps King and a half man, half crab in his underwear!!! So joins us as bad guys get KOed with a single punch….in cartoon form!

Podcast on the Bayou-Swamp Thing(1990)

This week, I'm joined by frequent guest and Green Lantern expert Dave Walker! This time we’re gonna talk his 2nd favorite hero as we go green and discuss Swamp Thing! We’re traveling back to 1990 for the extremely short-lived, almost-forgotten Swamp Thing cartoon "The Un-Men Unleashed." We take a dive into not only the cartoon but the character's history, tackling such topics as The Swamp Thing/Man Thing debate, glorified commercials for toy disguised as cartoons, wacky kid sidekicks, Arcane looking like he came straight outta a Hammer film and Swamp Thing finds Jesus! All this and more as the Multiverse goes green…. in cartoon form!

Hush Little Podcast-Batman (2019)

In this week's new episode, my pal Ray joins us once again as we talk the Batman animated 2019 film “Hush”! The beloved series by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee gets adapted to animation!! Does it do justice to the original work?!? We do a semi deep dive discussing the comic, the film and the plusses and minuses of both!!! Ray and I discuss such topics of the slew of characters that appear for no virtual reason, question mark shaped scars, is the evolution of Batman and Catwoman's relationship a good thing, and is there a need for adult themes and languages in Batman? All this and more as we talk “Hush”…. in cartoon form!!

Podcast on Two Worlds-Batman(2011)

This week, Dr. Mid-Niter from the YouTube channel "Raging Rainbow" returns, as we travel back to the 2011 Brave and the Bold episode “Crisis 22,300 Miles Above Earth!” It’s a classic team up of the Justice League and Justice Society of America!! We talk such topics as the history of the two teams annual team up, the lamer members of the JSA, Ice's love of pie and a Ma Hunkle reference!! All this and more as it’s a Crisis of two earths…..in cartoon form!

Smoking Podcast Detective-The Mask(1997)

This week, after almost a year absence, my wife Jaime returns to the Multiverse! We travel to 1997 for the animated crossover of The Mask and Ace Ventura in the episode “The Aceman Cometh!” It’s two Jim Carreys for the price of one! We talked such topics as which voice actor sounds more like Jim Carrey, indy comics turned into 90s film, uncomfortable minority impressions, and Breaking 2 Electric Boogaloo!!! All this and more as we talk the team up of the century…in cartoon form!

Podcast From Dimension X - TMNT (1989)

This week I'm joined by first time guest Jimmy Milonas as we travel back to the 1989 episode of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, “Hot Rodding Teenagers From Dimension X!”  Take a journey with us to Jimmy’s childhood talking Turtles cartoons, movies and toys!! We discuss such subjects as the first appearance of the Turtle Van, the first season almost being one big story arc, the Turtles' long last impact in pop culture and the Turtles stealing a hot rod!! All this and more as we talk heroes in a half shell….in cartoon form!

The Most Powerful Podcast in the Universe-He-Man(2002)

This week we're joined by ROH legend the Kingpin Brian Milonas!! We go back to 2002 for the He-man and the Masters of the Universe episode "The Beginning Part 1"! Join us as we watch and talk what's considered by many the best version of the series!!! We talked such topics as the toyline that accompanied it, Skeletor's look before he had a skull, Beast Man's new powers, Prince Adam being a bit of a tool, and the one comedic sidekick Matt likes!! All this and more on part 3 of our MOTU series....in cartoon form!!

7 Little Podcasts - Spider-Man (1981)

This week, my brother Travis comes back to the Multiverse as we travel back to a 1981 episode of Spider-Man And His Amazing Friends called "7 Little Superheroes!" It's guest stars galore as Spidey is joined not only by Iceman and Firestar, but also Captain America, Doctor Strange, Namor and Shanna The Jungle Queen to face off with the Chameleon! We talked such topics as the greatness of the team-up, The Submariner at his best when he's a jerk, Dr. Strange doing next to nothing, annoying animal sidekicks (again) and... "jungle instincts." All this and more as we discuss ol' webhead... in cartoon form!

The Podcast Of The Seven Seas-Aquaman(1968)

This week on a brand new episode my pal Mike Webb returns as we travel thru the Multiverse to 1968 for the king of Atlantis Aquaman!!! The first time Arthur Curry appears in animation form for the Filmation show the Adventures of Aquaman!! 3 stories in one "The Menace of Black Manta","Between Two Armies and "The Rampaging Reptile Men"  Join us as we talk such subjects as "The 70s damage to Aquaman rep, is Jason Momoa too cool for school, sexism in 60s cartoons, animal sidekicks and The SpongeBob connection!! All this and more as as we talk the King of the Seven Seas in cartoon form!!!

Golden Podcast-Wrinkles(2014)

This week is a very unique episode as we're joined by Bubba Wheat from Fights,Tights and Movie Nights!!! We go back to 2014 for the little known  animated film Wrinkles. Based on the spanish graphic novel by Paco Roca Arrugas. No superheroes this week as we watch a very personal story of alzheimers. Join as we talk such subjects as animation for a select audience, the english dub of Martin Sheen, first story from the viewpoint of the dementia and a James Bond reference! So enjoy this look of at this 1 of kind animated film thats truly like nothing we've ever seen.......in cartoon form!

It’s Not A Bunny Podcast-The Tick(1994)

This week I'm joined by the cohost of the We Have Issues Podcast, Anthony LaFauci! We go back to 1994 for The Tick pilot episode "The Tick vs The Idea Men"!! We don't often journey outside the Marvel/DC bubble so always a treat when we do. Was the Tick lost in the shuffle of all the 90s comic animation and underappreciated? Could he have been a bigger merchandise powerhouse?? We'll find out! Join us as we discuss such topics as the origins of The Tick, why Arthur wears his superhero costume to work, the balance between laughing with and laughing at, plus the Monkees connection to this show!! All this and more as we discuss New England legend The Tick......in cartoon form!!!

Star Spangled Podcast - Captain America (1966)

This week frequent guest Mike Crockett returns as we go back to the swinging 60s for the Captain America episode "The Bitter Taste Of Defeat"! This was the first attempt at Marvel animation which as we observe is about as bare bones as it gets. We discuss several topics including the great sound effects, brown not being a good color for super villains, a barrage of witty dialogue and Cap's creator preparing to punch a Nazi! All this and more as we take a look at the Sentinel of Liberty...in cartoon form!!

Strongest Podcast There Is - Hulk (1997)

This week my old pal Scotty Slade returns to the Multiverse for the 1997 Incredible Hulk & She-Hulk episode "Down Memory Lane"! Sit down and watch what the network called a more lighthearted approach to the characters. We discuss our favorite Hulk stories of all time, Abomination being the Brooklyn Brawler of the Hulk universe, the voice over choices for She-Hulk, how creepy Gargoyle is and a Night Court reference! All this and more as we discus the lean, green, gamma infused cousins...in cartoon form!!!

Podcastiversary - Sailor Moon Crystal (2014)

It's here at long last, the Matt Spectro Thru The Multiverse One Year Anniversary Spectacular!!! I'm joined by the guest from our most popular episode ever, my niece Delaney!! We go back to 2014 from the Sailor Moon Crystal episode "Sailor Mars". It's a trip to her childhood as we see if the nostalgia holds up! Join us as we chat about such topics as my usual horrible butchering of Japanese names, how many times in 1 episode can they mention how beautiful someone is, talking cats, weird catch phrases, and Sailor Moon's baffling flight attendant outfit! All this and more as we celebrate the Multiverse's one year journey...in cartoon form!

Podcast Patrol-Brave and the Bold 2010

This week is the last episode before our year anniversary!! As a part of our countdown we bring back the guest from our 2nd most popular episode...DC fanatic Dave Walker!!!! We travel back in time to 2010 for the Brave and the Bold episode "The Last Patrol!! The Dark Knight teams up with the Worlds Strangest Superhero team the Doom Patrol!!!  Join us as we talk such topics as the many different relaunches of the Doom Patrol, were the X-Men a rip off of the Doom Patrol, the absurdity of the Chiefs wheelchair and Daves edited letter to a DC comic!!! All this and more as we team up to talk a Batman team up........in cartoon form!!

Podcast of Justice - SuperFriends(1979)

Our countdown to the Multiverse 1 year anniversary continues! This week we bring back our 3rd most popular guest Jamie Jamitkowski as we go back to 1979 for the Superfriends episode, "The Superfriends Meet Frankenstein“! We have fun going back to our childhood looking at the longest running super hero cartoon possibly of all time! We discuss such topics as was the Superfriends as good as we remember, everything named after something including the Justice League junk pile, annoying sidekicks and Robin saving the day! All this and more as we celebrate with the Superfriends….in cartoon form!