Finding a great podcast can be tough. As someone who takes a while to warm up to new things, it usually takes me a minute to find a podcast I can actually sit down and listen to without cringing. Finding the perfect podcast isn’t realistic—nothing is perfect, and of course, you’re not going to agree 100% with everything the hosts say. But that’s okay, as long as you feel comfortable and respected as a listener. And that’s exactly how I feel with the Marvel Cinematic Universe Podcast. As a newcomer who’s been listening for about a year now, I felt instantly at home. Matt, Jeff, Ashley, and J Scotty are amazing. They bring such thoughtful insight to everything I love about Marvel. You can feel their passion through your speakers—it’s clear they don’t do this podcast just for themselves. They genuinely care about us, the listeners, and the time and energy they pour into watching all the Marvel content, crafting their theories, and giving us immediate reactions is honestly inspiring. I mean, they stay up late sometimes just to give us reviews on shows like Agatha: All Along and Daredevil, all while juggling their own lives and responsibilities. It really shows how much this podcast means—not just to them, but to us too. What makes them even more special is how they listen to our feedback and theories, and they give us a voice. They’re open, vulnerable, and honest—even about personal hardships, which they don’t owe us at all. But the fact that they share while still maintaining their own values and boundaries? That’s incredibly admirable. As someone who’s been going through a rough few months, this podcast has become part of my safe space. New episodes help get me through my mornings and nights—and they genuinely put a smile on my face. (In my best Thanos voice) They truly are part of my North Star. If you’re looking for a real, insightful podcast that does its homework and feels like a home away from home, you need to listen to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Podcast.