Megan Nichole
Megan Nichole, founder of Vigilante Vibes podcast, fosters inclusivity in nerd culture, leads the 50k+ Nerd Haven group, and reviews comics for Nerd Initiative.
What If…? Season 3, Episode 3 Breakdown
Red Guardian and Winter Soldier team up in What If…? S3E3! Dive into Marvel’s twists, theories, and laughs with our breakdown. Listen now for exclusive insights!
Hello Marvel fans, comic enthusiasts, and nerds of all kinds! Megan Nicole from the Vigilante Vibes Podcast and LJ from Bleeding Rainbows Comics are back with an exciting breakdown of What If…? Season 3, Episode 3: “What If the Red Guardian Stopped the Winter Soldier.”
In this gripping alternate tale, Red Guardian and Winter Soldier take centre stage in a wild, action-packed adventure. From undercover missions to high-stakes showdowns, the episode explores a thrilling partnership, unexpected emotional moments, and plenty of Marvel’s signature humour. It’s an exciting mix of nostalgia for established characters like Bucky Barnes and fresh perspectives on fan-favourites like Alexei Shostakov.
Key highlights include:
- Red Guardian stepping up as an unlikely hero while maintaining his quirky charm.
- A surprising twist revealing a pivotal villain.
- Intriguing setups for the MCU’s Phase 5, with characters like Monica Rambeau, Sam Wilson, and others playing key roles.
LJ and I couldn’t help but share our theories on what this episode might mean for the larger Marvel Universe (Red Guardian’s fate in the upcoming Thunderbolts film, anyone?), all while celebrating the vibrancy of nerd culture with our trademark positivity.
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