I don't know what Christmas is but Christmastime is here! And so is long-time friend of the show Danny to discuss the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special and the teaser trailer for Guardians Volume 3. If you're curious about what your hos

Reflections on Ideological Conceptions of the Superhero and the MCU (with Jonathan Evans)

Jul 6th, 2022 1h 12m

This week, TK is joined by professor and writer Jonathan Evans who shares an adapted version of his 2022 Popular Cultural Association presentation "The MCU versus the Snyderverse: Ideological Conceptions of the Superhero." Jonathan shares suc

There Was An Update! (Plus, Call for YOUR Voice)

Jul 3rd, 2022 7m 20s

It's been two years since There Was An Idea... launched and your host TK is back from hiatus with an update about what's next for the podcast.Tune in to hear how YOU can contribute to the upcoming 100th episode of the show!Follow There Was

7.5/7.6: Sense or Nonsense? (Moon Knight S1E05 & S1E06)

May 16th, 2022 1h 8m

This is an organizing principle. This week TK is joined by writer and podcaster Sean Winnigham to dig into the big ideas of episodes 5 and 6 of Moon Knight.We explore the thematic resonance of Marc's and Steven's identity story and talk about

First Impressions: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

May 8th, 2022 25m 3s

TK shares her first impressions of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Spoilers ahead!Stay tuned for more in-depth analysis of this film and other MCU installments.Follow There Was An Idea @anidea_podcast on Instagram and Twitter

7.3/7.4: A Question of Context and Perspective (Moon Knight S1E03 & S1E04)

Apr 24th, 2022 1h 16m

I know I'm bloody not alone. This week TK is joined by teacher and theologian Daniel to dig into the big ideas of episodes 3 and 4 of Moon Knight.We talk about our favorite moments from these two mid-season episodes and discuss how the show d

7.2: It's Still You, Bruv (Moon Knight S1 E02)

Apr 12th, 2022 22m 1s

Hello, the man in the mirror. This week TK digs into the big ideas of episode 2 of Moon Knight, "Summon the Suit."The second episode of this new MCU series answers some questions and raises a whole bunch more. Join me as I reflect on Steven G

7.1: It's Steven. With a "V."(Moon Knight S1E01)

Apr 6th, 2022 37m 44s

Oh. The idiot's in control. This week TK digs into the big ideas of episode 1 of Moon Knight, "The Goldfish Problem."How refreshing and reinvigorating to meet a new character within the MCU and to navigate his corner of the universe as he is

BONUS: The Batman Episode (with Darby Harn)

Mar 26th, 2022 1h 12m

Da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da Batman!TK is joined by novelist and podcaster Darby Harn to talk about the world's OTHER most popular superhero. What is it about Batman that has resonated with audiences for decades? What

Character Analysis #2: Steve Rogers

Mar 12th, 2022 1h 50m

This week TK is joined by writer and return-guest Danny to examine the character arc of our favorite MCU character, Steve Rogers.We discuss what we love about him and dig into the central themes of his identity story. We consider the many way

(BONUS) First Impressions: The Batman

Mar 5th, 2022 26m 24s

TK shares some first impressions of The Batman and talks about her viewing experience. Spoilers ahead!Stay tuned for more in-depth analysis of The Batman and, of course, a return to MCU content!Follow There Was An Idea @anidea_podcast on In

ANNOUNCEMENT: State of the Podcast February 2022

Feb 25th, 2022 2m 9s

TK shares a brief update about what's coming next for the podcast.

Character Analysis #1: The MCU's Peter Parker

Feb 11th, 2022 1h 39m

This week we're kicking off a new miniseries within There Was An Idea! TK is joined by Ellie of the Oh Shoot! podcast to trace Peter Parker's character arc in the MCU.We discuss what we love about this character and examine the central themes

BONUS: TK's Top 20 Non-MCU Movies of 2021

Feb 4th, 2022 35m 22s

This week, TK branches out of the MCU to discuss some of the best films of 2021 that were not executive-produced by Kevin Feige.Check it out if you are looking for some recommendations and/or want to hear more about the types of stories, char

That Makes Them Us (Eternals)

Jan 28th, 2022 1h 44m

In the beginning... before the six singularities and the dawn of creation, came the CELESTIALS. And, this week, TK is joined by return-guest, teacher and theologian Daniel, to discuss the big ideas of Chloe Zhao's ETERNALS.We analyze how each

Hawkeye Season Wrap Up (Plus, Comics Corner!)

Jan 22nd, 2022 1h 20m

This week, TK is joined by Wayne, one of the hosts of the VoxPopcast, to reflect on the Hawkeye series. Wayne has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of comics -- as a reader, writer, fan, and academic. He shares a bunch of supe

BONUS: Raimi's Spider-Man (with Kris of The Marvelous Madames)

Jan 17th, 2022 2h 10m

In this crossover episode with The Marvelous Madames, Kris and I dig into Sam Raimi's Spider-Man (2002).This movie set up the rules of modern, live-action, archetypal superhero storytelling that the MCU has since broken. But to what extent do

2021 MCU Year In Review (with The Captioned Life and Oh Shoot!)

Jan 6th, 2022 2h 4m

When we look back on it, what will we remember most about the MCU in 2021? What big ideas tie the year’s installments together? Was 2021 the best year for the Marvel Cinematic Universe?I’m joined by Sean of The Captioned Life and Ellie of Oh

6.6: Heroes Have To Make Some Tough Decisions (Hawkeye S1E06)

Dec 27th, 2021 35m 33s

Is this what heroes do? Arrest their mothers on Christmas? This week TK digs into the big ideas of episode 6 of Hawkeye, "So This Is Christmas?"I share some brief thoughts on how the finale successfully put a bow (ha!) on the thematic threads

First Impressions: Spider-Man: No Way Home

Dec 19th, 2021 29m 43s

TK shares some first impressions of Spider-Man: No Way Home and talks about her viewing experience. Spoilers ahead!Stay tuned for more in-depth analysis of Spider-Man: No Way Home!Follow There Was An Idea @anidea_podcast on Instagram and Tw

6.5: We're Weapons (Hawkeye S1E05)

Dec 18th, 2021 1h 22m

Hiiiiii! This week TK is joined by brand new guest Shannon Camarda to dig into the big ideas of episode 5 of Hawkeye, “Ronin."Shannon brings a unique perspective to the podcast as a ride-or-die Clint Barton fan. That's right; she's loved MCU

6.4: A Superhero House Call (Hawkeye S1E04)

Dec 13th, 2021 1h 15m

Why is there an Avenger in my dining room?. This week TK is joined by longtime friend of the podcast CH and newcomer Rae Cerulean to dig into the big ideas of episode 4 of Hawkeye, “Partners, Am I Right?”What does CH look for in an MCU minise

BONUS: The Spider-Man Episode (with Trey of MCU Need to Know)

Dec 10th, 2021 1h 20m

Look out! Here comes the Spider-Man episode.TK is joined by Trey of MCU Need to Know to talk about the world's most popular superhero. What is it about Spider-Man that resonates with such a universal audience? Who IS Peter Parker? What makes

6.3: Hey, We're Communicating! (Hawkeye S1E03)

Dec 4th, 2021 1h 31m

Good thing they call you Hawkeye and not Hawkear. This week TK is joined by writer and listener-turned-contributor Danny to dig into the big ideas of episode 3 of Hawkeye, "Echoes."Danny shares what he he looks for in an MCU miniseries and th

6.2: Your Problem Is Branding (Hawkeye S1E02)

Nov 29th, 2021 1h 35m

A little girl in a ninja costume stole my Christmas. This week TK is joined by pop-culture scholars Christopher Maverick and Hannah Rogers of the VoxPopcast to dig into the big ideas of episode 2 of Hawkeye, "Hide and Seek."Mav and Hannah sha