# The Scorpion’s Shocking History: From J. Jonah’s Spy to Venom Host!

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Podcast: [The Smark Avengers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-smark-avengers-6814210)
Published: 2025-11-14T22:00:19+00:00
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What happens when one of Spider-Man’s oldest enemies becomes one of his most dangerous? This week on Smark Avengers, Corey and Dylan dive deep into the twisted history of Mac Gargan – The Scorpion! Once a private investigator hired by J. Jonah Jameson to uncover Spider-Man’s identity, Gargan’s obsession turned him into a monster. From his first battles with Peter Parker, to his psychological breakdown, and his shocking transformation into Venom, we explore how the Scorpion evolved from a simple tail-swinging villain into one of Marvel’s most complex tragedies. Is The Scorpion a heavy hitter who deserves more respect… or just another Spider-Man jobber?Join Corey and Dylan as they settle the debate once and for all. 🧠 Topics Discussed: - The origins of Mac Gargan and his connection to J. Jonah Jameson - The Scorpion’s classic battles with Spider-Man - Gargan’s time as Venom and what it meant for his legacy - How the Scorpion compares to villains like Rhino, Lizard, and Vulture - Why Corey thought Scorpion was top-tier as a kid — and Dylan didn’t! Click the link for Dylan's radio show!: http://www.bouncedigitalradio.co.uk Click the link for Dylan's Twitch stream: http://Twitch.tv/spookylaroux Click the link for Jon's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/bigjonbowski/ Click the link for Corey's project "Henry's Usual": https://www.tumblr.com/henrysusual Click the link for Corey's show "Large Old Cup": https://open.spotify.com/show/2YHMppnl9inQevwLIxR64f

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