X-Men '97 S02E01 “Days of Past Future”
Summary
Hosts Matthew Carroll and Ashley Coffin review X-Men '97 Season 2, Episode 1, "Days of Past Future." They discuss the rapid resolution of the future storyline, Jean and Scott’s reckless time travel to save Nathan, and the introduction of Mama Ascani. The episode also covers character dynamics, including Storm’s powerful moments and Forge’s relationship, while critiquing the show’s loose time-travel rules and nostalgic 90s aesthetic.
Topics discussed
Intro and Northeast heat wave chat
Episode recap: Nathan's past and Apocalypse's Horsemen
Mama Ascani, Gates McFadden, and MCU Easter eggs
Nathan's leadership and 90s cartoon pacing
Apocalypse's villainy and future timeline
Jean and Scott's main character energy and Storm
Forge and Forge, Cyclops negotiation, and cheesy lines
Critique of X-Men time travel rules and stakes
Nathan Dayspring Summers name and Cable's arm
Train heist, Scott's leadership, and wrap up
Recording schedule, Patreon thanks, and outro
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