Spider-Man’s First-Year Foes: A Generational Clash/Iron Man, Mr. Kline, and a Missing Daredevil

30/08/2025 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

In The Amazing Spider-Man #1–12, Peter Parker faced villains like Doctor Octopus, Electro, and The Vulture, bad guys whose generational defiance and societal anxieties mirror the struggles of 1960s youth. This episode delves into how they clashed with Spider-Man’s optimism and forged an unforgettable rogues’ gallery. BONUS: Rediscover Iron Man’s conflict with Mr. Kline, a nemesis who almost pushed shell-head into an extended team-up with Daredevil!

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