Mantzoukas returns to the Ringer-Verse to chat with Mal about the outstanding second episode of ‘What If…?’ (9:03) and to break down the role ‘The Bad Batch’ plays in the 'Star Wars' universe (1:00:10). Then, Mal and Mantzoukas look ahead to the releases that they’re anticipating most (1:52:50), from ‘Star Wars: Visions’ to ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ and ‘Eternals’ and beyond. Finally, Mantzoukas Recommends returns (2:02:00), as he shares the stories he’s been enjoying recently, including ‘Infinity Train.’ Host: Mallory Rubin Guest: Jason Mantzoukas Producer: Isaac Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production: TD St. Matthew-Daniel and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices