The Sandbox SHIELD Podcast
Subscribe to The Sandbox Podcast
[sc:sbside]
SB45 – Agent Carter S1E8-E9 – The Edge of Mystery & A Little Song and Dance Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (27.7MB) | Embed
With Ana on the mend and Wilkes in the clutches of Whitney Frost, the emotions were running high in this double episode of Agent Carter, which included The Edge of Mystery and A Little Song and Dance. There were quite a few unlikely team-ups for us to talk about as well, which made this a great lead in to the season finale next week.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Whitney’s lack of fulfillment with zero matter, Wilkes’ troubled relationship with it, Thompson’s strategic turnaround, the recruitment of Masters, and the fate of those near the potential explosion at the end. Read more…
SB44 – Agent Carter S2E6-E7 – Life of the Party and Monsters Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 39:51 — 24.2MB) | Embed
The quest for zero matter takes a detour as none other than Dottie Underwood assists in getting a sample to save Dr. Wilkes in Life of the Party. But Agent Carter must then decide if her righteous cause is worth her job at the SSR in Monsters. This double header really accelerated the pace of the story nicely!
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Peggy’s decision to spring Dottie, Dottie having to catch up on what’s been going on, Wilkes’ and Souza’s vying for Peggy’s affections, and the dangers posed by Whitney Frost and Vernon Masters. Plus, what will happen to poor Anna? Read more…
SB43 – Agent Carter S2E5 – The Atomic Job Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 31:14 — 19.2MB) | Embed
Whitney Frost is hungry for more power in The Atomic Job… or is it the zero matter within her that wants more? Agent Carter adds some new and interesting members to her team as they try to stop the heist of nuclear weapons from Roxxon, and Peggy’s resulting injuries create problems for more than just herself.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Sousa’s conflicting emotions, Rose’s unexpected but welcome kick-assness, Jarvis’ level of comedy, and the source of Whitney’s obsession. Read more…
SB42 – Agent Carter S2E4 – Smoke and Mirrors Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (19.6MB) | Embed
We get back story galore in the latest Agent Carter episode, Smoke and Mirrors. It appears that Peggy Carter and Agnes Cully have a lot more in common than it would appear from present circumstances. It’s great to see Sousa helping with Carter’s unorthodox methods, and the information they gather should bring interesting encounters in future episodes.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Peggy’s origins, Wilkes’ dilemma, Sousa’s loyalty, Hunt’s vulnerabilities, Masters’ allegiances, and much more. Read more…
SB41 – Agent Carter S2E3 – Better Angels Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 32:33 — 20.0MB) | Embed
Peggy Carter is hot on the trail of the Arena Club’s Council of Nine and their manipulation of world events in Better Angels. Trying to figure out what they’re up to while also working on Wilkes’ mysterious transformation and almost being killed is quite a daunting task!
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Thompson’s chances for redemption, Jarvis’ unequaled ability to lighten a moment, Dottie Underwood’s potential involvement, and Whitney’s problem and how it might change her life goals. Read more…
SB40 – Agent Carter S2E1-E2 – The Lady in the Lake and A View in the Dark Review
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (25.3MB) | Embed
Agent Carter returns with a new locale and a new over-the-top mystery with the mysterious scientific discovery of zero matter all wrapped up in a murder case in the double-header, The Lady in the Lake and A View in the Dark. With a refreshing shift in character dynamics and familiar relationships being shown in a different light, the second season promises to have its own flavor.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Carter’s position within SSR, Dottie’s attachment to the distant plot, Sousa’s leadership style and engagement plans, Jarvis’ increased involvement and awesome marriage partner, and much more! Read more…
SB39 – S3E10 – Maveth
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (40.1MB) | Embed
The Agents of SHIELD midseason finale, Maveth, was a non-stop thrill ride of action and surprises. The shocking decisions of several characters combined with the fun dialogue and plot twists are sure to keep viewers heads spinning throughout the long hiatus.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, Faith’s CoulSass moments, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Ward’s multiple awakenings, Coulson’s utter brutality, Mack’s sacrificial leadership, Simmons’ fateful decision, and much more! Read more…
SB38 – S3E9 – Closure
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (37.3MB) | Embed
Over-the-top, jaw dropping action and twists abounded in Closure. As we head into the midseason finale of Agents of SHIELD, several story arcs are ready to bust at the seams including the Inhuman on Maveth, the Fitz-Simmons relationship, the Secret Warriors, and the future of SHIELD and Hydra.
Join us for show news, episode analysis, and our listener feedback segment (no Faith’s CoulSass moments this week due to a distinct lack of sass)! This week we talk about Ward’s hubris, Malick’s true intentions, Mack’s burgeoning leadership, Coulson’s loss, and Joey and Lincoln’s mission. Read more…
SB37 – S3E8 – Many Heads, One Tale
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:07:10 — 39.8MB) | Embed
The ruse is over with the ATCU, and the team infiltrates their operation in Many Heads, One Tale, but the rabbit hole goes even deeper than they thought! What will Malick and Ward do with their shared power, if they even intend to do so, and how will the battle for the Inhumans proceed from here?
Join us for show news, episode analysis, Faith’s CoulSass moments, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about the FitzSimmons moment, the tension between Lincoln and May, the stellar undercover work of Bobbi and Hunter, and much more! Read more…
SB36 – S3E7 – Chaos Theory
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:03:50 — 37.9MB) | Embed
As everyone decides what to do about Lash, many characters have to examine their own feelings about what constitutes a “monster” in this week’s episode, Chaos Theory. Is May headed back down a path of darkness and guilt? Is Daisy starting to agree with Rosalind even as the ATCU chief reveals (possibly) her duplicitous side?
Join us for show news, episode analysis, Faith’s CoulSass moments, and our listener feedback segment! This week we talk about Fitz’s response to Simmons’ admissions, Bobbi’s warning about Hunter’s vengefulness, Rosalind’s convincing response to Daisy’s argument, Andrew’s lack of control over Lash’s actions, and much more! Read more…