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All things are possible through the Racial Draft! We are the podcast that is changing the complexion of the comic book universe, one draft pick at a time. Join us as we bring a multicultural multiverse to your Marvel/DC faves!
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Now That's What I Call White Privilege! (Racial Draft S7 - Round 7 Recap)

Racial Draft PodcastFeb 19, 2024

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Now That's What I Call White Privilege! (Racial Draft S7 - Round 7 Recap)

Now That's What I Call White Privilege! (Racial Draft S7 - Round 7 Recap)

This week, Mike flew solo again, as he broke down the most recent round of picks and polls in the S7 Racial Draft.

Feb 19, 202428:32
Black To Back (Racial Draft S7 - Round 6 Recap)

Black To Back (Racial Draft S7 - Round 6 Recap)

It's Black History Month, and this last week of draft picks were the blackest yet (along with one VERY White selection). Mike broke down all the picks and polls from the Sixth Round of the S7 Racial Draft.

Feb 13, 202428:37
Fifty Shades of (Jean) Grey...But They're Still All White (Racial Draft S7 - Round 5 Recap)

Fifty Shades of (Jean) Grey...But They're Still All White (Racial Draft S7 - Round 5 Recap)

In this abbreviated episode, Mike broke down the picks and polls from Round 5 of the S7 Racial Draft, a round which, according to the audience vote, didn't have a lot of fan favorites.

Feb 06, 202435:34
It's Challenge Day! We Will Not Have It! (Racial Draft S7 - Round 4 Recap)

It's Challenge Day! We Will Not Have It! (Racial Draft S7 - Round 4 Recap)

It's Challenge Week, as Mike not only broke down all the picks and polls from the Fourth Round of the Racial Draft, but also gave his take on the White Delegation's attempt to turn T'Challa into T'Chad, and the Black Delegation's efforts to thwart them.

Jan 29, 202457:30
The Flash's Amazing Race (Racial Draft S7 - Round 3 Recap)

The Flash's Amazing Race (Racial Draft S7 - Round 3 Recap)

This week, Mike broke down the picks and polls from the Third Round of the Racial Draft, as well as the season's first trade! There were definitely some surprising reactions from the people.


Jan 22, 202441:36
Justice For the Queen on Martin Luther King Day (Racial Draft S7 - Round 2 Recap)

Justice For the Queen on Martin Luther King Day (Racial Draft S7 - Round 2 Recap)

On this MLK Day edition of the Racial Draft Podcast, Mike judged the Second Round picks and polls not by the color of their skin, but by the content of the characters. And then he found out that Black Storm got less than 70% approval and wanted to burn it all down.

Jan 15, 202438:34
Across the Racial-Verse (Racial Draft S7 - Round 1 Recap)

Across the Racial-Verse (Racial Draft S7 - Round 1 Recap)

This week, Mike recapped the picks and polls from the First Round of the Season 7 draft, and even managed to resist the urge to make Dick Grayson puns! GROWTH! (Wait, is that a Dick pun? Drat!)

Jan 08, 202436:45
Racial Draft Season 7 Kickoff

Racial Draft Season 7 Kickoff

Welcome to 2024! Season 7 of the Racial Draft kicks off this week, and Mike flies solo to give an overview of the new season and preview the First Round.

Jan 01, 202428:18
Into the SydneyVerse (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 11 Recap)

Into the SydneyVerse (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 11 Recap)

This week, Mike broke down all the picks and polls from the Eleventh Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Oct 10, 202336:45
Pause the Podcast and Watch Across the Spider-Verse First (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 10 Recap)

Pause the Podcast and Watch Across the Spider-Verse First (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 10 Recap)

This week, Mike flew solo again, as he broke down all the picks and polls from the Tenth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Oct 03, 202336:29
Dances With Speed Force (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Rounds 7-9 Recap)

Dances With Speed Force (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Rounds 7-9 Recap)

This week, Mike flew solo again, as he broke down THREE rounds of picks and polls in the Season 6 Dynasty Draft. It was all business, no BS, and although he wasn't mad at the People, he was disappointed.

Sep 25, 202301:00:16
Mister Sinister Was Right! (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 6 Recap)

Mister Sinister Was Right! (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 6 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Randy to discuss MCU series release delays, live react to the new trailer for THE MARVELS, and break down the Sixth Round of picks in the Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft.

Sep 04, 202301:51:32
The Speed Round (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 5 Recap)

The Speed Round (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 5 Recap)

This week, Mike recapped the picks and polls from the Fifth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Aug 28, 202328:32
Not That Blue Beetle (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 4 Recap)

Not That Blue Beetle (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 4 Recap)

This week, Mike covered the picks and polls from the Fourth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Aug 22, 202335:22
Just Joshin (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 3 Recap)

Just Joshin (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 3 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared and Randy to talk a little bit of nerd news before breaking down the picks and polls of the 3rd Round of the Dynasty Draft.

Aug 14, 202301:56:25
Hobie Brown Is That Dude (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 2 Recap)

Hobie Brown Is That Dude (Racial Draft S6 Dynasty Draft - Round 2 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Randy from the Black delegation to discuss the Second Round of the S6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft, including their favorite picks and fancasts, and potential characters on the rise as they get scooped up by the various delegations.

Aug 08, 202301:26:35
A Flash of An Episode (S6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft - Round 1 Recap)

A Flash of An Episode (S6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft - Round 1 Recap)

This week, Mike entered the proverbial podcast Speed Force, as he whizzed through the picks and polls for the First Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Jul 31, 202334:27
John Henry Irony (Racial Draft S6 - Round 12 Recap)

John Henry Irony (Racial Draft S6 - Round 12 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Randy from the Black delegation to discuss the picks and polls from the Twelfth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft.


Jul 24, 202301:43:15
Smallville Full Circle (Racial Draft S6 - Round 11 Recap)

Smallville Full Circle (Racial Draft S6 - Round 11 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Randy to discuss the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, casting news, comic and live-action synergies, and the picks and polls from the Eleventh Round of the S6 Racial Draft.

Jul 17, 202302:28:06
Face It Racial Drafters, You Just Hit the Jackpot! (Racial Draft S6 - Round 10 Recap)

Face It Racial Drafters, You Just Hit the Jackpot! (Racial Draft S6 - Round 10 Recap)

This week, Mike flew solo, as he broke down the picks and polls from the Tenth Round of the Racial Draft.

Jul 10, 202341:55
Latina Power Girl Comes From the Planet Kryptón (Racial Draft S6 - Round 9 Recap)

Latina Power Girl Comes From the Planet Kryptón (Racial Draft S6 - Round 9 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Carlos to break down the picks and polls from the Ninth Round of the Racial Draft, as well as discuss the last couple of weeks of nerd news.

Jul 03, 202301:59:48
ScarJo, Groot, and Taking On Racial Bigotree (Racial Draft S6 - Round 8 Recap)

ScarJo, Groot, and Taking On Racial Bigotree (Racial Draft S6 - Round 8 Recap)

This week, Mike rolls solo again, as he quickly runs down the picks, fancasts, and poll results in the Eighth Round of the draft.

Jun 26, 202347:57
Better Off A Green Woman Than A Brown One (Racial Draft S6 - Round 7 Recap)

Better Off A Green Woman Than A Brown One (Racial Draft S6 - Round 7 Recap)

This week, Randy joined Mike to offer his insights on the Seventh Round of the S6 Racial Draft, where some bold and controversial picks were made, and the approval polls reflected it.

Jun 19, 202301:55:47
(Professor) X Gon' Give It To Ya (Racial Draft S6 - Round 6 Recap)

(Professor) X Gon' Give It To Ya (Racial Draft S6 - Round 6 Recap)

This week, Mike went solo, as he broke down all ten picks in the Sixth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft.

Jun 12, 202346:44
The Fast of Us (Racial Draft S6 - Round 5 Recap)

The Fast of Us (Racial Draft S6 - Round 5 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Carlos and Randy to discuss ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE and other potential cinematic multiverses, before eventually settling into a breakdown of the Fifth Round of picks in the Season 6 Racial Draft.

Jun 05, 202302:55:49
Digging Into Poison Ivy's New Roots (Racial Draft S6 - Round 4 Recap)

Digging Into Poison Ivy's New Roots (Racial Draft S6 - Round 4 Recap)

On this week's episode, Mike flew solo, as he broke down the Fourth Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft, which featured a lot of repeat picks from previous seasons, but no real weak links.

May 29, 202353:56
Too Much Wanda, Not Enough Vision (Racial Draft S6 - Round 3 Recap)

Too Much Wanda, Not Enough Vision (Racial Draft S6 - Round 3 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared and Toriono to discuss the nerd news from the past week, as well as the latest round of picks in the Season 6 Racial Draft, where folks might have started to reach a bit.

May 23, 202302:27:40
Namor Once More (Racial Draft S6 - Round 2 Recap)

Namor Once More (Racial Draft S6 - Round 2 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared from the Jewish delegation to discuss the Second Round of picks in the Season 6 Racial Draft, which featured another solid week of selections.

May 15, 202301:25:56
Everybody Came To Play! (Racial Draft S6 - Round 1 Recap)

Everybody Came To Play! (Racial Draft S6 - Round 1 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Toriono from the Native American delegation to discuss the week that was in nerd news, as well as the First Round of the Season 6 Racial Draft, which featured a strong series of picks with no weak links.

May 08, 202302:01:06
WBD Will Put Them On A Flight! (Racial Draft S6 Kickoff Episode)

WBD Will Put Them On A Flight! (Racial Draft S6 Kickoff Episode)

In this week's Racial Draft Season 6 kickoff episode, Taye makes her debut, joining Mike to discuss her geek culture journey and the week in nerd news on the eve of the new season. Carlos also pops in.

May 01, 202301:41:26
Uncanny Avengers Valley

Uncanny Avengers Valley

This week, Mike was joined by Jared and Randy to discuss the upcoming season of the Racial Draft (including the Lottery for the #1 pick) as well as the past week of nerd news.

Apr 24, 202301:33:13
WBD Pushing IP to the MAX

WBD Pushing IP to the MAX

This week, Mike was joined by Racial Draft S5 Champion Jared to discuss the week that was in nerd news (including trailers for The Marvels and The Penguin) and speculate about the future of the MCU and DCU. They also teased the season to come in the Racial Draft, which kicks off in May.

Apr 17, 202301:47:51
Same Race Time, Same Race Channel

Same Race Time, Same Race Channel

This week, Mike was joined by Carlos to talk Marvel and DC comics, movies and TV, as they rave about the fun trailers from earlier in the week for Secret Invasion, Blue Beetle, and Spider-Verse.

Apr 06, 202301:32:28
Giving Kevin Feige Gold For Free (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 11 Recap)

Giving Kevin Feige Gold For Free (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 11 Recap)

In Part 2 of this week's episode, Mike and Jared break down the penultimate round of the Season 5 Racial Draft Dynasty Draft , as well as suggestions about how Wonder Man could intersect with Rogers: The Musical.

Mar 14, 202301:13:24
Giving Kevin Feige Gold For Free (Part 1 - Quantumania Review)

Giving Kevin Feige Gold For Free (Part 1 - Quantumania Review)

In Part 1 of this week's episode, Mike and Jared have an impromptu debrief on Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and Mike breaks down his theories on where the Multiverse Saga is all heading.

Mar 14, 202302:11:49
Do Ya Really Wanna Taste It? (The Synergy) (Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 10 Recap)

Do Ya Really Wanna Taste It? (The Synergy) (Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 10 Recap)

This week, Mike is joined by Jared to discuss the nerd news from the past week and break down the picks and fancasts from Round 10 of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Mar 07, 202301:46:27
The MCU's Main Character Problem (Racial Draft Dynasty Draft S5 - Round 8/9 Recap)

The MCU's Main Character Problem (Racial Draft Dynasty Draft S5 - Round 8/9 Recap)

In this Mega-episode, Mike is joined by Julia, Carlos, Randy, and Jared to break down the last two weeks of nerd news, talk through the "main character problem" in the MCU's Multiverse Saga, and analyze the 8th and 9th rounds of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Feb 27, 202303:52:30
Chiefs, Eagles, and Shameless SEO (Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Rounds 6&7 Recap)

Chiefs, Eagles, and Shameless SEO (Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Rounds 6&7 Recap)

This week, Mike runs solo, as he runs down the picks and his perspective on Rounds 6 and 7 of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Feb 13, 202301:16:29
The DCU Look-Ahead Episode

The DCU Look-Ahead Episode

In this special DCU Slate breakdown episode, Mike is joined by Julia and TJ Zwarych to discuss the recently announced slate of DC film and series projects for the years ahead, and the overall outlook for DC adaptations under the new Gunn/Safran regime.

Feb 06, 202301:59:29
Armor Wars and Riridundancy (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 5 Recap)

Armor Wars and Riridundancy (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 5 Recap)

In part 2, Mike, Jared, and Carlos break down the 10 picks from the Fifth Round of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft, and go off on several tangents. (Shocking, right?)

Jan 30, 202301:39:26
Armor Wars and Riridundancy (Part 1)

Armor Wars and Riridundancy (Part 1)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared and Carlos to discuss a variety of nerd news topics, including Shang Chi's viability, secret MCU castings, and DC putting Dick front and center in the immediate future.


Jan 30, 202358:09
Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 4 Recap

Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft - Round 4 Recap

This week, Mike flew solo, recapping the Fourth Round of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft, breaking down his favorite and least favorite picks.

Jan 23, 202349:30
Austin Butler Will Play Danny Rand in the MCU (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft: Round 3 Recap)

Austin Butler Will Play Danny Rand in the MCU (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 Dynasty Draft: Round 3 Recap)

In Part two of this week's episode, Mike, Carlos, and Jared recap the Third Round of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft, and discuss whether the MCU's Danny Rand should have an Elvis Voice. Thankyouverymuch.

Jan 16, 202302:24:22
Austin Butler Will Play Danny Rand in the MCU (Part 1)

Austin Butler Will Play Danny Rand in the MCU (Part 1)

In Part 1 of this week's episode, Mike was joined by Carlos and Jared to break down the week of nerd news and offer sound career advice to actors who get asked about joining the MCU.

Jan 16, 202351:15
Quantumania Trailer Instant Reaction

Quantumania Trailer Instant Reaction

Mike and Jared break down the #Quantumania trailer and baselessly speculate on how they expect Kang to fit into future MCU plots. They also predict the movie's box office gross.

Jan 10, 202334:09
Jonathan Hickmanbaum (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 2 Recap)

Jonathan Hickmanbaum (Part 2 - Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 2 Recap)

In Part 2 of this week's episode, Mike, Carlos, and Jared broke down the picks in the Second Round of the Racial Draft Dynasty Draft.

Jan 09, 202301:05:15
Jonathan Hickmanbaum (Part 1 - Breaking Down the Upcoming MCU Slate)

Jonathan Hickmanbaum (Part 1 - Breaking Down the Upcoming MCU Slate)

In Part 1 of this week's episode, Mike was joined by Julia Delbel, as well as Carlos and Jared, as they broke down the upcoming MCU slate of movies and series, and made broad predictions for Phases 5 and 6.

Jan 09, 202301:34:49
The Miseducation of Maria Hill (Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 1 Recap)

The Miseducation of Maria Hill (Racial Draft S5 - Dynasty Draft Round 1 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared and Carlos to break down the final round of the Season 5 Racial Draft and the first round of the first ever Dynasty Draft.

Jan 02, 202302:32:49
Sam Wilson As "Not Black, Dominican Captain America" (Racial Draft S5 - Round 11 Recap)

Sam Wilson As "Not Black, Dominican Captain America" (Racial Draft S5 - Round 11 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared, Toriono, and Randy to break down the picks from the 11th Round of the Racial Draft, as well as discuss the big nerd news from the past week.


Dec 19, 202202:36:06
We're In the Endgame Now (Part 2 - Racial Draft Round 10 Recap)

We're In the Endgame Now (Part 2 - Racial Draft Round 10 Recap)

This week, Mike was joined by Jared for a special two-part episode. In part 1, they break down all the picks in Round 9 of the draft, and in part 2 they discuss Round 10's picks, as well as a little news from the DC Studios side of things.

Dec 12, 202201:40:27