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THE DEFENDERS PODCAST

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An introcast dedicated to the Marvel TV series on Netflix: Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist. Claire bingewatches and then guides Mel, Matt & Robin through the series spoiler-free week-to-week!

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Episodes

  1. Jessica Jones S3E12 – AKA A Lotta Worms & S3E13 – AKA Everything

    Its the end of Jessica Jones and the end of the Defenders Podcast! Nutty and Elizabeth join us to discuss the last two episodes of the show which includes the following points: Will Malcolm redeem himself before the show ends? What do we think of the long anticipated Trish vs Jessica showdown?…

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  2. Jessica Jones S3E10 – Hero Pants & S3E11 – Hellcat

    Andy is here to help us discuss episodes 10 and 11 of JESSICA JONES season 3! Hellcat? HELL NO! Thanks for listening! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email: [email protected] Twitter: @DefendersPod Like us: facebook.com/DefendersPodcast Download

  3. Jessica Jones S3E08 – Camera Friendly & S3E09 – I Did Something Today

    Matt and Brad are here to help us discuss episodes 8 and 9 of JESSICA JONES season 3! Claire brings ALL the wacky Eric Gelden facts! Is Brad about to become the new supervillain “DIAMONDBRAD”? The floor isn’t lava, its way WAY worse! Thanks for listening! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders...

  4. Jessica Jones S3E06 – Sorry Face & S3E07 – The Double Half Wappinger

    Alan and Robin are here to help us discuss episodes 6 and 7 of JESSICA JONES season 3! Has Will returned to the Big Gay Boat Ride? Does Piriton work on Evil Allergies? What have they done to you Malcolm? Thanks for listening! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email:...

  5. Jessica Jones S3E04 – Customer Service is Standing By & S3E05 – I Wish

    Alan has returned to help us discuss episodes 4 and 5 of JESSICA JONES season 3! Is Trish the new Karen? Does Erik own an evil cat? Oscar who? Thanks for listening! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email: [email protected] Twitter: @DefendersPod Like us:...

  6. Jessica Jones S3E02 – You’re Welcome & S3E03 – I have no Spleen

    Jozie and Rebecca join us to help Ex-spleen episodes 2 and 3 of Jessica Jones season 3! Thanks for listening! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email: [email protected] Twitter: @DefendersPod Like us: facebook.com/DefendersPodcast Download

  7. Jessica Jones S3E01 – The Perfect Burger

    Will is away at the Portland Pride Party so Tammy and Claire are joined by Vickey to discuss the first episode of season 3 of JESSICA JONES Thanks for the emails and voicemails everyone! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email: [email protected] Twitter: @DefendersPod Like us:...

  8. Punisher Season 2, Captain Marvel, Avengers Endgame, and other belated stuff!

    After a loooong break we are back! It’s time for Will and Claire to tell Tammy the epic tale of Punisher season 2 (what we can remember of it anyway!) We also briefly discuss Captain Marvel, Avengers Endgame and our hopes for season 3 of Jessica Jones Thanks for the emails and voicemails…

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  9. Daredevil S3E12 – One Last Shot & S3E13 – A New Napkin

    With Will still missing (and possibly preparing for his busy Christmas duties) Tammy and Claire are joined by Meegan and Brad to wrap up our discussion of Daredevil season 3! Thanks for the emails and voicemails everyone and apologies that this episode is so late! Links: Visit our website: The...

  10. Daredevil S3E10 – Karen & S3E11 – Reunion

    Claire and Tammy are joined by Jonathan to discuss episodes 10 and 11 of Season 3. We finally learn all about Karen’s backstory and discover whether Tammy’s death prediction for Nadeem is correct or not! Thanks for the emails and voicemails everyone! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders…

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  11. Daredevil S3E08 – Upstairs/Downstairs & S3E09 – Revelations

    Claire, Will and Tammy are joined by Nutty and Alan to discuss the many many revelations of episodes 8 and 9! Thanks for the emails and voicemails everyone! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email: [email protected] Twitter: @DefendersPod Like us: facebook.com/DefendersPodcast...

  12. Daredevil S3E06 – The Devil You Know & S3E07 – Aftermath

    One week late, Claire and Tammy are joined by Christine and Elizabeth to discuss episodes 6 and 7 of Daredevil season 3! We are also joined by our listeners to mark the recent passing of Marvel Legend Stan Lee with his catchphrase “Excelsior!” Thanks for the emails and voicemails everyone! Links:...

  13. Daredevil S3E04 – Blindsided & S3E05 – A Perfect Game

    Tammy, Will and Claire are joined by the Mesmerizing Moira and the Incredible Ian to discuss episodes 4 and 5 of Daredevil season 3! We talk in depth about the origins of creepy-dude Dex and ask the question “Hasn’t Matt Murdock been through enough?!” (The answer is no, never) Thanks for the…

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  14. Daredevil S3E02 – Please & S3E03 – No Good Deed

    Tammy, Will and Claire are joined by returning guests Robin and Rebecca to discuss episodes 2 and 3 of Daredevil season 3! Claire judges Dex on his stalker-pizza. Tammy takes planking tips from Matt Murdock. Plus we all wonder, where in the world is Vanessa? Thanks for the emails and voicemails...

  15. Daredevil S3E01 – Resurrection

    Tammy, Will and Claire are back to discuss episode 1 of Daredevils long-awaited third season! We discuss the cancellations of Iron Fist and Iron Fist as well as some of the latest comic book movie news. We also have many questions about Catholicism and health insurance regarding Daredevil episode...

  16. Bonus Episode: Interview with Stunt-Actor Jenel Stevens

    Claire talks with Stunt Performer, Actress and Martial Artist Jenel Stevens about her work in the Marvel Netflix shows doubling Simone Missick as Misty Knight, and in Black Panther and the Avengers movies as one of the Dora Milaje. Jenel answers questions from listeners, talks about being part of…

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  17. Iron Fist S2E09 – War Without End & S2E010 – A Duel of Iron

    Tammy, Will and Claire are joined by Brad and Elizabeth to discuss the final 2 episodes of IRON FIST Season 2! Our head-canon goes through some re-writes thanks to Elizabeth, Brad loves how excited Davos gets about paper aeroplanes, and the season gives us the most ending scenes since the last…

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  18. Iron Fist S2E07 – Morning of the Mindstorm & S2E08 – Citadel on the Edge of Vengeance

    Tammy, Will and Claire are joined by the marvellous Moira to discuss the seventh and eighth episodes of Iron Fist season 2! Tammy is obsessed with the Murder Van Tip-line, Will might be a secret superhero, and we are all reminded that there is indeed a subplot happenning involving Colleen’s...

  19. Iron Fist S2E05 – Heart of the Dragon & S2E06 – The Dragon dies at Dawn

    Will has returned and brought Matt and Ian with him to discuss the fifth and sixth episodes of IRON FIST Season 2. We all worry about Dannys blood sugar levels, Claire can’t stop shipping Misty and Ward together, and there are many many jokes about Manchester… Thanks for the emails and voicemails...

  20. Iron Fist S2E03 – This Deadly Secret & S2E04 – Target:Iron Fist

    Will is still off having adventures so Tammy and Claire are joined by special guests Alan and Rebecca to discuss the third and fourth episodes of IRON FIST Season 2. We are all deeply disturbed by Danny’s cooking technique, talk way too much about Florida, and finally welcome the return of...

  21. Iron Fist S2E01 – The Fury of Iron Fist & S2E02 – The City’s not for Burning

    While Will is away this week having adventures with Kilgrave, Tammy and Claire are joined by returning guest Nutty to discuss the first 2 episodes of IRON FIST SEASON 2! Claire tests Nutty and Tammys Defenders knowledge, we all celebrate the return of everyone favourite asshole Ward Meachum, and…

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  22. Luke Cage S2E12 – Can’t front on me & S2E13 – They reminice over you

    Will, Tammy and Claire are joined by special guest Alan to discuss the final 2 episodes of LUKE CAGE season 2. We try to answer all the big questions like: Why would someone pay $25 million for a violin? Just what IS in Delaware? And we dream up a new mode of transport for the […]

  23. Luke Cage S2E10 – Main Ingredient & S2E11 – The Creator

    Will, Tammy and Claire are joined by Iron Fist super-fan guests Connor and Rebecca to celebrate the return of everyone’s favourite human-sized Golden Labradoodle : Danny Rand! Claire struggles to tell the difference between Faith Evans and Faith Hill, we talk far too long about superhero love...

  24. Luke Cage S2E08 – If It Ain’t Rough, It Ain’t Right & S2E09 – For Pete’s Sake

    Special guest Elizabeth joins Tammy, Claire and Will to discuss episodes 8 and 9 of the second season of LUKE CAGE! Could a newly super-powered James Lucas team up with Danny Rand as the Power Fist twins? Were these episodes purposely trying to make Claire cry? And why are these episodes so...

  25. Luke Cage S2E06 – The Basement & S2E07 – On and On

    Special guests Nutty and Ian join Tammy, Claire and Will to discuss episodes 6 and 7 of the second season of LUKE CAGE! In news, we discuss the new IRON FIST season 2 teaser trailer, and the recent firing of James Gunn by Disney/Marvel. Meanwhile in LUKE CAGE, we mourn the loss of Pirahna and […]

  26. Luke Cage S2E04 – I Get Physical & S2E05 – All Souled Out

    Tammy, Claire and Will return to discuss episodes 4 and 5 of the second season of LUKE CAGE with special guest Christine! Mariah gets ahead (or 3) in business and everyone’s favourite character RayRay is missing! We learn some more about Bushmaster’s past and try and figure out who the hell…

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  27. Luke Cage S2E02 – Straighten it Out & S2E03 – Wig Out

    Tammy, Claire and Will return to discuss episodes 2 and 3 of the second season of LUKE CAGE! After many many seasons has Claire Temple finally got us back on her side? Could the Shades/Mariah relationship get any creepier? Has Luke finally met his match in a group of elderly Jamaican men? All…

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  28. Luke Cage S2E01 – Soul Brother #1

    SWEET CHRISTMAS, we are BACK! Tammy, Claire and Will are joined by special guest Rowan to discuss episode 1 of the second season of LUKE CAGE! Tammy has all the music facts. We all wonder exactly how Luke’s new resistance to Judas bullets works. Claire wants to know who Ron Garvey is, and the…

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  29. Jessica Jones S2E13 – AKA Playland

    Ian joins Tammy, Claire and Will for the season finale, as we try and unravel the biggest mystery of all: how the hell is Oscar still alive? Thank you everyone for listening and for sending in so many great emails and voicemails this season. We can’t wait to return for Luke Cage season 2! Links: […]

  30. Jessica Jones S2E11 – AKA Three Lives and Counting & S2E12 – AKA Pray for my Patsy

    Ex co-host Robin returns from his sentence on The Raft, along with guest Andy to help Tammy, Claire and Will unravel episodes 11 and 12. Claire proves that she very little knowledge about how technology works, while we all try and decide which Infinity Stone we each covet the most. Links: Visit…

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  31. Jessica Jones S2E09 – AKA Shark In The Bathtub, Monster In The Bed & S2E10 – AKA Porkchop

    Tammy, Claire and Will are joined once again by guest Brad to discuss the ninth and tenth episodes of Season 2! Inhaler watch continues as we wonder how much longer Trish’s inhaler can continue to function, Brad cheers on class heroes Inez and Shane, and we invent a new cake-themed supervillain!...

  32. Jessica Jones S2E07 – AKA I Want Your Cray Cray & S2E08 – AKA Ain’t We Got Fun

    Hey hey we want your cray cray! Tammy, Claire and Will are joined by guests Shane and Nutty to discuss episodes 7 and 8 of Jessica Jones season 2! We have some great discussion about the portrayals of consent and addiction in the show, and why Stirling could be a side character from RENT the […]

  33. Jessica Jones S2E05 – AKA The Octopus & S2E06 – AKA Facetime

    Claire, Tammy and Will are reunited with ex-Defenders Matt and Mel to discuss all things relating to episodes 4 and 5. Tammy wonders what the deal with neck beards is, while we all wonder if Jessica has secret Octopus powers. Plus we try to unravel THAT big twist! Links: Visit our website: The...

  34. Jessica Jones S2E03 – AKA Sole Survivor & S2E04 – AKA God Help the Hobo

    Claire, Tammy and Will are joined by Moira and Brad to discuss episodes 3 and 4 of Jessica Jones’ second season! Brad, Tammy and Claire get distracted discussing the awful X-Files Season 11 finale, we debate the merits of coffee vs okra, and the Killer is finally revealed to be…evil Laurie...

  35. Jessica Jones S2E02 – AKA Freak Show

    Claire, Tammy and Will are joined by Heath and Angela to discuss episode 2 of Jessica Jones’ second season! While Heath has an existential crisis over the role of Spiderman in the Marvel Netflix Universe we debate texting vs calling phones in the modern age. Also, why are Jeri, Sunday and Costa…

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  36. Jessica Jones S2E01 – Start at the Beginning

    Claire and Tammy are back, and they are joined by a brand new co-host – Will! Guests Elizabeth and John join us this week to discuss the first episode in Jessica Jones second season. Is Oscar a superintendent or a superhero? Was Jessica part of the Weapon X programme with Deadpool? Is it a good […]

  37. PUNISHER Bonus episode – Interview with Michael Nathanson

    To celebrate the end of our coverage of THE PUNISHER, Claire is joined by Sam Stein himself Michael Nathanson! They geek out over everything from comic book adaptaions, morally grey characters, and their favourite directors from the 1970s. Michael also teases some upcoming projects… A big thank…

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  38. PUNISHER Bonus Episode! – Interview with Eric Linden

    Claire is joined by one of the men behind the Punisher himself – stunt double and fight co-ordinator ERIC LINDEN. Eric started in graphic design but soon moved into a career in stunt work, everything from being set on fire to fighting with swords! He talks about his work doubling for Jon Bernthal...

  39. The Punisher – S1E12 “Home” and S1E13 “Memento Mori”

    We have reached the last two episodes of THE PUNISHER and Tammy and Claire are joined by a trio of guests to unravel the ending of the show. Rebecca, Ian and Andy help us invent our new favourite fictional friendship: Frank Castle and Paddington Bear! We are all grossed out by the gore in these […]

  40. The Punisher – S1E10 “Virtue of the Vicious” and S1E11 “Danger Close”

    Tammy and Claire are guest-less this week but have lots to talk about regarding episodes 10 and 11 of THE PUNISHER. Claire teaches Tammy some classic English slang terms, and we both celebrate the end of the Lewis storyline. Also, Frank Castle is finally at PEAK hair! Links: Visit our website…

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  41. The Punisher – S1E08 “Cold Steel” and S1E09 “Front Toward Enemy”

    Tammy and Claire are joined by returning guest Elizabeth to discuss Tammy’s victory episodes (aka episodes 8 and 9 of THE PUNISHER) We all question Sarah’s parenting and wish that there were more crossovers between the Punisher and the other Netflix Marvel shows. Claire also teases Tammy with…

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  42. The Punisher – S1E06 “The Judas Goat” and S1E07 “Crosshairs”

    After a weeks delay, Tammy and Claire are joined by special guests Will and Moira to discuss episodes 6 and 7 of THE PUNISHER! Doctor Moira shares her medical opinion on Curtis’ arrow-removal technique, Will lusts after beautiful Billy Russo, and Claire talks way too much about cheeseball…

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  43. Punisher S1E04 “Resupply” & S1E05 “Gunner”

    Tammy and Claire are joined by special guests Paul and Brad to discuss episodes 4 and 5 of the first season of the Punisher. Is Vice President Mike Pence the true villain of the show? Is Frank a secret Disco fan? We share our thoughts on just how likeable a protagonist Frank Castle can be, […]

  44. Punisher S1E02 “Two Dead Men” & S1E03 “Kandahar”

    Claire and Tammy are back and this time we are joined by special guest Nutty to discuss the second and third episodes of the show. There is a lot of talk about facial hair and awesome fictional sidekicks named Sam. Also Nutty uses her knowledge to comment on the accuracy of the shows depiction of...

  45. The Punisher S1.01 – 3AM

    Sadly we have had to say goodbye to co-hosts Matt and Mel for now, but Claire and Tammy are back to review The PUNISHER series! We reveal some changes to the structure of the podcast and discuss episode 1 of the new show. Does Frank have the worst work enviroment ever? Will Sam survive past […]

  46. Defenders S1.08 – The Defenders

    After a 2 week delay we are finally here with our thoughts on the Defenders finale! Guest Brad joins us to discuss whether or not Danny manages to redeem himself in this final episode, if Jessica or Luke is stronger, and we also find out who is the ultimate winner of DEFENDER OF THE SERIES. […]

  47. Defenders S1E07 – Fish in the Jailhouse

    Matt A and Will join the team to discuss episode 7 of the Defenders! Why does Tammy hate dragons? Can Danny redeem himself before the end of the series? Is Misty Knight the sexiest Netflix Marvel character? All is answered in this episode! Links: Visit our website: The Defenders Podcast Email:...

  48. Defenders S1E06 – Ashes Ashes

    Matt, Mel and Tammy are away this week, so Claire is joined by Nutty, Heath and Angela to discuss episode 6 of the Defenders. What is the mystery of the apple core? Is Alexandra really as threatening as she could be? And why do we all love how Elektra says “Matthew” so much? Links: Visit […]

  49. Bonus Episode – Interview with Makeup Artist Sarit Klein

    SPOILERS FOR THE DEFENDERS! To continue our coverage of the Defenders, Claire was lucky enough to get to chat to Sarit Klein, the makeup artist for the Marvel Netflix shows! Sarit was incredibly generous with her time and talked about everything from ensuring continuity while shooting out of...

  50. Defenders S1E05 – Take Shelter

    Shane and Brad join the gang in Defenders Tower to talk about episode 5! We try and match each Defender to their Ninja Turtle counterparts, discuss Matt’s return to his Dare-Deviling ways(!), and we meet new supervillain: Man-Bun! Thanks everyone for your feedback and Defender of the week votes!...

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An introcast dedicated to the Marvel TV series on Netflix: Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist. Claire bingewatches and then guides Mel, Matt & Robin through the series spoiler-free week-to-week!

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How many episodes does THE DEFENDERS PODCAST have?

THE DEFENDERS PODCAST has 150 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on August 8, 2019.

What is THE DEFENDERS PODCAST about?

An introcast dedicated to the Marvel TV series on Netflix: Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist. Claire bingewatches and then guides Mel, Matt & Robin through the series spoiler-free week-to-week!

How often does THE DEFENDERS PODCAST release new episodes?

THE DEFENDERS PODCAST publishes every two weeks, based on its 150 episodes since April 2015.

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