Comics Discourse 114

Episode 205: Spotlight on Ignition Press

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:00:00 -0400

We spotlight rising comic book publisher Ignition Press, exploring its growing lineup of creator-owned comics.

We discuss Arcadia, Murder Podcast, The Patron, The Other/Half, Everyone Loves a Jewel Thief, Dispatched, Just Brutal, The Dogsitter, Bad Thoughts, Deluge, Voyeur, Minotaur, and more as we take a look at what Ignition Press has been building and which books have caught our attention.

Featuring work from creators including Roy Miranda, Inaki Miranda, Jeremy Haun, Mike Tisserand, Christian Ward, John J. Pearson, Jim McCann, Joe Eisma, Tim Seeley, Aaron Campbell, B. Clay Moore, Daniel Gete, Dennis Hopeless, Brahm Revel, Ande Parks, Dave Wachter, Cullen Bunn, Marika Cresta, Leah Williams, David Baldeón, Si Spurrier, Mike Dowling, Jamie S. Rich, Megan Levens, and more.

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 4

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Side Stack, we cover Marvel Fanfare 4 and wrap up the Savage Land adventure with Paul Smith going all out on the art with Chris Claremont writing. Abs and glutes galore! Can Ka-Zar and Angel save the X-Men from the clutches of Sauron? Of course they can. Do they look amazing while doing it? Hell yes!

The backup has scientists playing twisted mind games on a Deathlock, by David Kraft and Michael Golden.

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Episode 204: August Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Book Reads

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400

It's time for Top of the Stack, where we go through our recent comic book reads, including Skybound’s big new launch, Terminal, by Robert Kirkman, Joe Casey, Andy Kubert, David Finch, and Art Adams.

Books include Gotham Central, the Ghost Machine SDCC Ashcan, Trillion Dollar Kid, The Twilight Zone, Fort Psycho, Is Ted OK?, Moon Knight, Innards, Dark Knights of Steel, and many more from Image Comics, Ignition Press, IDW, Mad Cave, Oni, and Dark Horse. Oh, yeah and a few books from little known publishers like DC Comics and Marvel.

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 3

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:02:00 -0400

In Marvel Fanfare 3, Spider-Man high tailed it out of the Savage Land, so Angel calls in his buddies from the X-Men; Wolverine, Storm, Colossus, and Nightcrawler! And Marvel called in famed X-Men artist Dave Cockrum to team up with Chris Claremont to continue this adventure!

In the back up, Charlie Boatner and Trevor Bon Eeden gives us Hawkeye, Corporate Shill!

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Episode 203: East of West by Hickman and Dragotta!

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Based on listener feedback, we dive into the first story arc of East of West, the creator-owned Image Comics series from the legendary creative team of Jonathan Hickman (X-Men) and Nick Dragotta (Absolute Batman). Joining us for the journey through this apocalyptic alternate America is special guest Russ from Gotham by Geeks.

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 2

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:01:00 -0400

Issue two of Marvel Fanfare is action packed! Where else are you going to see were-pterodactyls, Sabertooth tigers, mutates, giant spiders, and chickens? All brought to you by Claremont and Golden.

And in the back up Reed Richards forgets his anniversary…again. But it’s for a good reason, he swears! That lost tale of the Fantastic Four was created by McKenzie and Von Eeden.

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Episode 202: Justice League America: Destiny's Hand

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Before Injustice. Before The Boys. There was Destiny’s Hand, an incredible epic where the Satellite Era JLA members have become an authoritarian force that rules the world and only the newly formed Justice League, led by Wonder Woman in the aftermath of The Death of Superman, can stop them. Special guest Shane Kelly from Comic Geek Speak joins us to revisit this classic story by Dan Jurgens, originally told in Justice League America #72–75.

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 1!

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:01:00 -0400

In the inaugural issue of Marvel Fanfare, Spider-Man and Angel team-up for a trip to the Savage Land, brought to us by Chris Claremont and Michael Golden. Their mission, help a woman whose love is lost there. The problem, he is the alter ego of Sauron. What could go wrong?

The backup story brings us the first published work of artist Paul Smith, where Daredevil saves Christmas!

Marvel Comics. Comic books

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Episode 201: X-Force, Spider-Man, Liefeld, & McFarlane

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:11:00 -0400

We revisit two legendary Marvel Comics from two of the comic book’s most iconic creators: X-Force 1- 4 by Rob Liefeld and Spider-man 16 by Todd McFarlane. Join us as we explore the launch of X-Force from the ashes of The New Mutants, featuring Cable, Domino, Deadpool, Weapon X, Juggernaut, and a Spider-Man team-up. Plus, Bryan makes us all incredibly jealous as he shares stories from San Diego Comic-Con, including his chance to meet Todd McFarlane.

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Side Stack Episode 0: Marvel Fanfare Introduction!

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Join Brian and Anthony as they start their Marvel Fanfare journey. In this zero episode they discuss what Marvel Fanfare is, how it came to be, the editorial and creative teams behind it, and just why they are doing this!

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Episode 200: Comic Book and Manga Talk!!!

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:01:00 -0400

It’s Episode 200! Who doesn’t love a milestone episode?!

Anthony G returns to help us celebrate by hosting a Q&A about comic books, manga, and the podcast itself. Where does the “114” come from? Which creators have gone to the next level since we started the show? What has been Hassan’s favorite creator interaction over the years? How does Brian prepare for each episode? What annoys Bryan about Brian? How have our reading habits changed over the years? What are the plans for the show’s future? Will the show survive the chaos of Anthony G? Listen to find out!

Co-Hosts Profiles Art by Drew Moss

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Episode 199: Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Book Reads!

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan shuffle the stack to discuss their latest comic book reads, including the conclusion of Absolute Martian Manhunter by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodríguez; the launches of two new events, Avengers: Armageddon from Marvel Comics and Who Are the Unbelieveables? from Ghost Machine; and a whole lot more from DC Comics, Image Comics, Marvel and other publishers, including Infernal Hulk, Deadman, Firestorm, End of Life, Odin, Of the Earth, If Destruction Be Our Lot, and more.

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Episode 198: 2026 Mid-Year Favorite Comic Books and Manga!!!

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:02:00 -0400

How many “Bat” books will make Hassan’s list? How many picks will the we steal from each other’s lists?

It is that time of the year, where we look back at the first half of 2026 and discuss our favorite comic books and manga from several publishers, including Image Comics, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Abrams Books, MadCave Studios, Rebellion, and other publishers.

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Episode 197: Interview with Dave Wielgosz

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:01:00 -0400

We are joined by writer Dave Wielgosz to discuss his Showdown series from Ignition Press, his upcoming Batman story in the Detective Comics Annual 2026, his contribution to the New History of the DC Universe, his experiences as a former editor at DC Comics editor, and our mutual love of comic books.

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Episode 196: Justice League of America 200!!!

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:01:00 -0400

The road to Episode 200 continues as Hassan introduces the guys to one of his all-time favorite anniversary comics: Justice League of America #200. Written by Gerry Conway with stunning artwork by George Pérez and contributions from a who’s who of legendary comic creators, this landmark DC Comics issue celebrates the history of the Justice League.

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One-Shot Special: Heroes Con 2026 Recap

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:59:43 -0400

In this one-shot special, Brian and Hassan recap their trip to Heroes Con 2026! They share stories about the creators they met, the comic books and original art they picked up, the DC Comics Absolute panel, catching up with friends, and plenty of other convention adventures. Plus they review the new Image Comics and Skybound Rom comic from the Mask blind bag and discuss the latest DC Comics Next Level announcements, including the return of the Legion of Super-Heroes, Doom Patrol, and Teen Titans!

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Episode 195: Witch Hat Atelier Vol 4 and 5 by Kamome Shirahama

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:03:00 -0400

We conclude our comic book monthly spotlight on Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama. Special guest and Brimmed Cap Frank joins us to discuss Volumes 4 and 5 (Chapters 18–29), which conclude the series’ first major story arc and correspond to the first season of the Crunchyroll anime. As the Second Atelier Exam unfolds, the Brimmed Caps launch a shocking attack on Qifrey, Coco, Agott, Richeh, Euini, and the other witches, changing the course of the book.

Plus, we talk manga with After God, Manhole, Dungeon Tower, Record Journey, AfterGlow, Land of the Lustrous, and Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer.

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Episode 194: Psychic British Asian Ninja Mutant - X-Men, Wolverine, Psylocke & Jublie

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:02:00 -0400

We’re joined by special guest Darrell Taylor from Gotham by Geeks to discuss Jim Lee’s first X-Men story arc in Uncanny X-Men #256–258 from Marvel Comics.

Written by Chris Claremont, this Acts of Vengeance crossover features Wolverine, Psylocke, Jubilee, the Hand, Forge, Storm, Banshee, and the first and only appearance of the Mandarin in an X-Men story

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Episode 193: Comic Book Events Characters!

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:02:00 -0400

We explore characters created specifically for comic book events from DC Comics and Marvel Comics. Joining us for the discussion is special guest Peter Rios from Comic Geek Speak as we look at the characters introduced during these events, how they impacted the stories they debuted in, whether they ever returned afterward, and which ones ultimately became bigger than the event itself.

We touch upon Secret Wars, Crisis of Infinite Earths, Fear Itself, Age of Apocalypse, Legends, Millennium, Infinite Crisis, Final Crisis, Blackest Night, and many more.

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Episode 192: Top of the Stack - Recent Comic Book Reads!

Sun, 31 May 2026 20:02:00 -0400

This month’s recent comic book reads episode spans major new #1 issues, British and European comics, manga, Kickstarter projects, and plenty of comic book discussion touching on publishers including DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Ignition Press, Tiny Onion, Bad Idea, Magnetic Press, Rebellion, and more.

Leading this month’s Top of the Stack is one of the year’s biggest new launches, Absolute Green Arrow. Our discussion also dives into several other new releases, including Odin, Showdown, Inwards, The Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and the newest DC Next Level book, Barbara Gordon: Breakout.

We also discuss Megalith, Shin Zero, Judge Dredd, 2000 AD, Captain America vs. Aliens, Fantastic Four, Mujina Into the Deep, and much more!

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Episode 191: Image Comics New Releases!!

Sun, 24 May 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Image Comics has been on a hot streak lately, so we’re tackle some of the publisher’s newest releases, along with a couple books that recently wrapped up their runs. We discuss recent Image titles including D'Orc, She-Spawn, White Sky, If Destruction Be Our Lot, The Royals, Narco, Red Roots, Fireborn, Lost Fantasy, plus final issue discussions for I Hate Fairyland and Sacrificers. Which of these new Image books do we think are worth adding to your pull list? We break down the hits, surprises, and books we’ll be watching closely.

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Episode 190: Witch Hat Atelier Vol 2 and 3 by Kamome Shirahama

Sun, 17 May 2026 20:03:00 -0400

We continue our monthly spotlight on Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama. Special guest Frank joins us to discuss Volumes 2 and 3 (chapters 8–17). We continue the journey of Coco, Qifrey, Agott, and the other witches as the world expands with the Knights Moralis, Tarth, and more on the mysterious Brimmed Caps. Plus, we discuss the anime adaptation on Crunchyroll.

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Episode 189: Daredevil Without Fear by Ed Brubaker & Michael Lark!

Sun, 10 May 2026 20:02:00 -0400

It’s a Daredevil and Marvel Comics episode as we dive into the classic and brutal Without Fear story by Ed Brubaker, Michael Lark, and Stefano Guadiano (Daredevil Vol, 2 100 -105), featuring Mister Fear, the Hood, Dakota North, The Enforcers, and Milla Donovan, Matt Murdock’s often- forgotten wife. Plus we discuss Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 on Disney + and Jessica Jones Blind Spot by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De luis.

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Episode 188: Batman Dark Patterns by Dan Watters and Hayden Sherman

Sun, 03 May 2026 20:02:00 -0400

We begin to see the patterns as we journey into the past to explore Batman: Dark Patterns, the DC Comics limited comic book series and new collection by Dan Watters and Hayden Sherman. Set early in Batman’s career, this series dives deep into the horrors lurking within Gotham City, told across four interconnected stories.

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Episode 187: Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Book Reads

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:02:00 -0400

It’s time for another Top of the Stack. we we dive into highlights of our comic book recent reads and industry news from DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, IDW Publishing, Abrams Books, and others.

This episode, we break down the absolute chaos of Absolute Batman 19 from Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, discuss the comics journalism and Top Ten lists with the new fun Comics! The Magazine, the upcoming new book from Skybound, Terminal, and explore a packed slate of reads including The Undertaker, Alien: King Killers, TMNT, Punisher, Royals, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast, MAD About DC, and DC Next Level books; Firestorm, Lobo, and Batwoman.

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Episode 186: Monthly Comic Book Spotlight: Witch Hat Atelier

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:02:00 -0400

We are joined by special guest Frank as we start a new monthly comic book spotlight, or should we say manga, as we journey to world of the Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama. Plus more manga and anime talk including Drifting Dragons, Delicious in Dungeon, Frieren, and Dorohedoro!

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Episode 185: Bring Them Back! Our Dream Comic Book Revivals

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:02:00 -0400

Throughout comic book history, publishers have relaunched characters or concepts into new books, but not every character gets the comeback that they deserve. This episode, we play publisher of every comic book company (Marvel, DC Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics and even companies that do not exist anymore) and draft the characters or series we’d bring back to the spotlight. Who would make the cut? From forgotten favorites to overdue revivals, we build our dream line-up.

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Episode 184: Comic Book Creator Spotlight: Phil Jimenez

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:03:00 -0400

We take a deep dive into one of our favorite comic book creators: writer and artist Phil Jimenez! From Team Titans to Wonder Woman, Donna Troy, Infinite Crisis, Historia, Spider-Man, and his creator-owned Vertigo title Otherworld, we explore his career across the industry. Join us as we discuss his work at both DC Comics and Marvel, and the impact he’s made on modern comics.

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Episode 183: Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Books Reads

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:03:00 -0400

Another stacked Top of the Stack episode packed with comic book talk from Dark Horse Comics, Image Comics, Mad Cave, IDW, Marvel, and DC Comics. We dive into Kaito 84 (an Usagi Yojimbo spin-off), revisit Vertigo’s Shade: The Changing Man, and break down books like Green Lantern Corps, Batwoman, Predator: Bloodshed, Punisher, Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral, Honor and Curse, Is Ted Ok?, Beneath the Trees Where No One Sees, Devil on My Shoulder, Witchblade, Batman, and Detective Comics.

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Episode 182: Invincible: The Viltrumite War by Robert Kirkman & Ryan Ottley

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:02:00 -0400

With the release of Invincible Season 4 and the return of Battle Beast, we dive into the epic Viltrumite War, covering Invincible issues #71–78 by Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley from Skybound and Image Comics.

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Episode 181: Justice League Europe vs Extremists

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:02:00 -0400

We get wacky as Special guest Shane Kelly from Comic Geek Speak join us to for our final monthly spotlight on Justice League International with Justice League Europe vs Extremists. We discuss JLE 15 - 19 by Keith Giffen, Gerald Jones, and Bart Sears where Captain Atom leads JL against alternate versions of Marvel Comic’s great villains and visit Disney World on a dead Earth. What?! It is DC Comics vs Marvel Comics!

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Episode 180: DC K.O. Finale!

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:02:00 -0400

The DC Comics event of the year concludes with DC K.O. #5 as King Omega finally arrives. We break down the finale, the tie-ins, and the overall event from Scott Snyder, Joshua Williamson, Javi Fernandez, Xermanico, Wes Craig, and more, plus what it could mean for the future of the DC Universe.

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Episode 179: Image Comics The Early Years

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:02:00 -0400

Back by popular demand, we revisit the early years of Image Comics with ShadowHawk, Brigade, Supreme, Pitt, and Gen 13 by Jim Valentino, Rob Liefeld, Dale Keown, Jim Lee, J Scott Campbell and others. Do these books hold up to the test of time? Did they ever? Find out. Plus some new comic book talk including Absolute Wonder Woman Annual, Versus Manga, The End of Life, the new Vertigo book by Kyle Starks & Steve Pugh, and Batman/Superman World’s Finest.

Extreme Studios, Wildstorm, DC Comics

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Episode 178: Top of the Stack!

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:02:00 -0400

Come sit down on comfortable chair and join us as we talk comic books that are on the Top of the Stack. We dive into some new hot books like Bleeding Hearts, D'orc, & White Sky, along with books from a wide range of publishers including Image Comics, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Ignition Press and more. We also talk about latest news coming out of ComicsPRO 2026 and talk about what has us most excited for the year ahead.

Other books we covered include RedCoat, Geiger, The Thing on the Doorstep, Sleep, Devil on My Shoulder, Just Brutal, Love Ignited, The Mummy, Fables, Death Fight Forever, The Maxx, Absolute Superman, Absolute Martian Manhunter, and Harley & Ivy: Life and Crimes.

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Episode 177: Justice League America - Despero!!!

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:05:00 -0400

Hate. Death. Despero. It is not the typical Justice League International spotlight episode with the deadly return of Despero. Special guest Shane Kelly from Comic Geek Speak returns to the show to discuss with us Justice League International Special #1 and Justice League America 37 - 40 featuring Steel, Gypsy, Booster Gold quitting the team, Power Girl’s cat, and the Death of Mister Miracle! Wait? What? Plus Justice League Detroit talk! These exciting issues are by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Adam Hughes, Len Wein, & Joe Phillips. DC Comics

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Episode 176: Vertigo Comics Spotlight

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:01:00 -0400

In celebration of DC Comics relaunching Vertigo Comics, we’re spotlighting some classic titles from across the imprint’s history; Animal Man, Preacher, Fables, House of Mystery, American Vampire, and The Wake. The creators include Jamie Delano, Steve Pugh, Garth Ennis, Steve Dillon, Bill Willingham, Lan Medina, Lilah Sturges, Luca Rossi, Ross Campbell, Scott Snyder, Rafael Albuquerque, and Sean Murphy.

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Episode 175: Avengers vs X-Men

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:02:00 -0400

With the excitement around DC Comics KO, we turn the clock back to Marvel’s own heavyweight showdown: Avengers vs. X-Men. In this episode, we revisit the 2012 blockbuster event by an all-star lineup: Jason Aaron, Brian Michael Bendis, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction, Jonathan Hickman, Frank Cho, John Romita Jr., Olivier Coipel, Adam Kubert, and Jim Cheung. What did we think when it first dropped? How does it read now, years later? Plus the new Darkness series from Top Cow and Void Rivals, GI Joe, and Transformers from Skybound and Image Comics.

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Episode 174: Top of the Stack - Comic Book Recent Reads!

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:28:59 -0400

Please kick back in a comfy chair and join us as the co-hosts dive into our latest reads across Marvel Comics, Fantagraphics, DC Comics, IDW, and Image Comics.

On the stack this time: Captain America, Alien vs Captain America, Search & Destroy, Alex Ross, The Twilight Zone, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, TMNT, the return of Bendis to Marvel with Avengers #800, Absolute Wonder Woman meeting Absolute Batman, Captain Britain, The Department of Truth, a whole slate of James Tynion IV books, Battleworld, Moon Knight, and another round of DC KO.

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Episode 173: First Justice League America & Justice League Europe Crossover

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:03:00 -0400

We dive into the first-ever Justice League America / Justice League Europe crossover, a landmark story that also kicks off Adam Hughes’ legendary run on JLA. These issues feature the debut of Fire and Ice’s iconic looks (although Fire’s is basically regular clothes, two sizes too small), the Huntress and a new female Doctor Fate joining the team, appearances by the Spectre and Superman, the return of the Gray Man, and the introduction of Justice League’s deadliest villain… Irwin Teasdale (actually, no). Along the way, we tackle the eternal question: is Batman a jerk, or not? These exciting issues (JLA #31–32 and JLE #7–9) by the incredible creative teams of Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Adam Hughes, Bart Sears, William Messner-Loebs, and Art Nichols.

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Episode 172: 90s Comic Book Cartoons: X-Men, The Tick and Spawn.

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:04:00 -0400

The ’90s gave us some legendary comic book based animated TV show, but do they still hold up? We go back to X-Men, The Tick, and Spawn to find out which ones we still love and which ones don’t quite land the same today. Plus Y The Last Man, One World Under Doom, Arcadia, Escape, DanDaDan, TMNT & GlobalComix

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Episode 171: Captain Britain by Alan Moore and Alan Davis

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:21:55 -0400

It is a Brian and Bryan on Brian episode as Brian Braddock takes center stage and we dive into classic Captain Britain stories by Alan Moore and Alan Davis, groundbreaking work that not only revitalized the character but established key Marvel Comics concepts, including Earth 616. Also, while Hassan is out the week, we talk about some great comics without him, including Drome, Assorted Crisis Events, Kingdom manga by Yasuhisa Hara, West Coast Avengers and X-Men Age of Revelation.

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Episode 170: Our 2025 Favorite Comics and Manga!!

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 19:03:00 -0400

It is our year-end episode, celebrating the absolute greatness of comics and manga with our favorite books of 2025 from across the industry; DC Comics, Image Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Kodansha, Viz, Rebellion and many more.

It was an incredible year packed with standout books, so each co-host narrowed it down to their top 10 favorite comics … although one co-host may have sneakily cheated and brought 12 to the table.

From super-heroes to sci-fi, fantasy, horror and everything in between, this episode is a love letter to comics in 2025.

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Episode 169: L.E.G.I.O.N and Lobo

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 19:03:00 -0400

We’re joined by special guest Tim Meakins as we blast into DC Comics cosmic side with L.E.G.I.O.N, the ‘90s series by Alan Grant, Keith Giffen, and Barry Kitson. Set in the present-day DC Universe but tied directly to the 30th-century Legion of Super-Heroes, this book introduced heavy hitters like Vril Dox and put the Main Man himself, Lobo, front and center. Plus 2000AD talk including the Out, Red Dragon and Zenith.

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Episode 168: Justice League Europe!

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:02:00 -0400

We’re crossing the Atlantic for this month’s Justice League International spotlight, and we’ve brought along a very special guest, Shane Kelly from Comic Geek Speak! Join us as we dive into Justice League Europe #1–6, the launch of the classic team featuring Captain Atom, The Flash, Metamorpho, Elongated Man, Power Girl, Animal Man, and Rocket Red. From clashes with Jack O’Lantern and Queen Bee to French Language Night School, this run is one of the most entertaining teams in DC Comics.

Stories by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, and Bart Sears!

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Episode 167: Incredible Hulk by Peter David and Dale Keown

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:04:00 -0400

Don’t let us get an angry and listen as we dive into a pivotal story of the Incredible Hulk by the legendary Peter David and Dale Keown, covering issues 372 - 377. This run has it all: the Gray Hulk, the Green Hulk, Rick Jones, Betty Ross, the Super-Skrull, the Pantheon, and Doc Samson.

We also dig into the brand-new Infernal Hulk series by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Nic Klein, plus more wild throwdowns with DC KO Round One: Superman vs. Captain Atom by Joshua Williamson and Sean Izaakse.

Marvel Comics & DC Comics

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Episode 166 Recent Reads and Catching Up on X-Men Books

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:03:00 -0400

It is the night before Thanksgiving and we give thanks to almost all the comics that we read over the past couple of weeks including Brian going through his backlog of ALL the X-Men books including the Age of Revelation. And we do mean all of them. Plus, Predator Badlands comic book tie-in, Spawn The Dark Ages, New Gods, Batman Dark Patterns, Batman and Robin Year One, Ice Cream Man: The Mortal Coil Shuffle, Wrestle Heist, Harley & Ivy Life & Crimes, Space Scout, Tower Dungeon, TMNT x Godzilla, and Ghost Machine books.

Marvel Comics, Image Comics, IDW Comics, & DC Comics

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Episode 165: Comic Geek Speak Podcast Crossover

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:45:55 -0400

It is a comic book podcast crossover: Comic Geek Speak & Comics Discourse 114!!

The Comic Geek Speak hosts, Peter, Shane, Bryan, and Brian invited us to join their show for a special crossover episode! For our Geek Discourse, we each are tasked with developing a comics syllabus as a way to get people interested in the world of comics. But it doesn’t just stop at the Intro level as we up the difficulty by offering our Intermediate and Advanced selections as well. Which course will you sign up for? Give a listen!
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Episode 164: The Beginning of Image Comics

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 19:02:00 -0400

We celebrate the creation of one of the best comic book publishers ever with a discussion of some of the first Image Comics books ever, with Youngblood by Rob Liefield, Spawn by Todd McFarlane, Savage Dragon by Erik Laresn, WildCats by JIm Lee, and CyberForce by Mark Silverstri. Discover which ones were our favorites back then and which ones are our favorites today.

We’re celebrating the birth of one of the greatest comic book publishers ever, Image Comics! Join us as we dive into some of the very first books that launched the revolution: Youngblood by Rob Liefeld, Spawn by Todd McFarlane, Savage Dragon by Erik Larsen, WildC.A.T.s by Jim Lee, and Cyberforce by Marc Silvestri.

We look back at what made these titles explode onto the scene, share which ones were our favorites at the time, and reveal which ones still hold up as our favorites today.

Load up your pouches for a blast of early-’90s comic history and creator-owned energy!

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Episode 163: Justice League International Date Night

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 19:03:00 -0400

We continue our Justice League International Monthly spotlight with Justice League America issues #25 - 30 featuring Guy and Ice’s first date night, brainwashed Blue Beetle, Nabu, Amanda Waller, Big Barda training Fire, and the Huntress joining the team. Stories by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Ty Templeton, Mike McKone, and Bill Willingham.

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Episode 162: X-Men Blue and Gold!!

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 19:07:44 -0400

To Me, My X-Men!

We’re diving into the end of and beginning of legendary X-Men eras as we breakdown the introduction of the iconic Blue and Gold X-Men teams with with X-men 1 -3 by Chris Claremont and Jim Lee and Uncanny X-Men 281 - 283 by John Byrne and Whilce Portacio! Marvel Comics!

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Episode 161: Going Rogue with Comic Talk!

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:03:00 -0400

We have gone rogue as we freestyle our way through a wide-ranging conversation on comic books that we have been reading including Imperial by Jonathan Hickman, Iban Coello & Frederick Vincentini, Garth Ennis comics including Preacher and The Boys, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast, Superman: the Kryptonite Spectrum, Shredder, Wonder Woman, Sleep and Kill All Immortals.

Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image Comics, IDW, Dark Horse Comics, Dynamite Entertainment.

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Episode 160: Avengers - Ultron Unlimited

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:01:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan assemble for a deep dive into the modern classic Avengers: Ultron Unlimited from Kurt Busiek and George Pérez. This explosive saga pits Earth’s Mightiest Heroes against their deadliest foe, with a stacked lineup featuring Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Scarlet Witch, Vision, Wonder Man, Black Panther, Firestar, Justice, Wasp, and Hank Pym. We break down why this story remains a definitive Ultron tale and a high point of the Busiek and Pérez run.

We also dig into some recent reads, including Aquaman and Incredible Hulk.

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Episode 159: Justice League International and Invasion!

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 20:02:00 -0400

We continue our Justice League International monthly spotlight with Invasion crossover issues #22 - 24 and Annuals 1 & 2 featuring the Joker, Aliens, Wonder Woman, the expansion of JL into two teams with Justice League Europe, and the end of Kevin Maguire’s legendary run. Stories by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, Ty Templeton and Bill Willingham. Plus Baltimore Comic Con talk.

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Episode 158: DC vs Marvel: Return to the Amalgam Age of Comics

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:03:00 -0400

We take a trip back to the DC vs. Marvel and discuss the Return to the Amalgam Age of Comics, the second wave of crossover titles. We dive into books like Dark Claw Adventures, The Exciting X-Patrol, JLX Unleashed, Iron Lantern, and Super-Soldier: Man of War. Plus, we chat about 2000 AD, DC Comics Zatannic Panic and other anthologies, Blue Falcon & Dynomutt and Hanna Barbera characters, Hitman, and share our plans for Baltimore Comic Con!

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Episode 157: Spotlight on Demon and Demon Knights

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 20:03:00 -0400

We are joined by returning special guest Anthony G from Sloth Love Chunk Podcast to spotlight Etrigan, the Demon (created by Jack Kirby) and The Demon Knights from DC Comics New 52, just in time to set the mood for Halloween!

Plus, we dive into recent comic book and manga reads, including Color of the End, Tower Dungeon, Orphan by Five Beasts, Skinbreaker, DC Horror anthology, Wally West the Flash, Imperial and Invincible Universe Battle Beast!

DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics

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Episode 156: Favorite Alternative or Multiverse Character!

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:23:18 -0400

For decades, comic books have explored “what if” stories and alternate takes on characters, whether it’s Age of Apocalypse, Elseworlds, Ultimate Marvel, Absolute Universe, or the ever-expanding Multiverse. In this episode, we dive into our favorite alternative or multiverse characters from DC Comics, Marvel, Image Comics, IDW, and more.

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Episode 155: Justice League International: Lobo, Queen Bee & Manga Khan!

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:04:00 -0400

We’re at Warp Speed (or is it Hyperspace?) with another Justice League International monthly spotlight! This episode we cover issues #14–21 featuring Fire, Ice, Hawkman, Hawkwoman, & Big Barda joining the team, it’s shop-or-die with Manga Khan, undercover mission to stop Queen Bee, a wild trip to Apokolips, and the reintroduction of Lobo! Stories by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, Steve Leialoha, and Ty Templeton. Plus, more Spider-Man 2099 and Iron Man: Armor Wars talk.

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Episode 154: New Comic Books!!

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:03:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan dive into new comics, including the relaunch of Batman by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez, Adventures of Lumen N by James Robinson and Phil Hester, and Adventures of Superman: Book of El by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Scott Godlewski. Plus recent reads, including Absolute Batman, Immortal Legend Batman, Hyde Street, Green Lantern Dark, Power Fantasy, Jonny Quest, Space Ghost, Legion of Darkseid, and Justice League Unlimited.

#BatmanDay

DC Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Boom Studios, Dynamite Entertainment.

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Episode 153: Alien Comic Book Crossovers

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:03:00 -0400

Aliens infest Comics Discourse 114! We dive into the world of Aliens crossover comics with Batman, Superman, Avengers, Wildcats, Green Lantern, and Judge Dredd. Plus, we share thoughts on Dragon Con 2025, the upcoming Baltimore Comic Con, and the FX series Alien Earth. And last, comic talk with the Wake, Immortal Legend Batman, Sleep, Shade the Changing Man & Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring.

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Episode 152: Coffee and Comic Book Talk

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:03:00 -0400

Coffee poured and comic books stacked, Brian and Hassan are ready for comic talk; recent reads, 80s rewind and the latest new books from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image Comics, and Bad Idea Comics!

Recent Reads
Black Cat #1 by G. Willow Wilson & Gleb Melnikov
Poison Ivy by G Willow Wilson & Marcio Takara
Exquisite Corpses #4 by James Tynion, Che Grayson, Adam Gorham, Michael Walsh
Supreme: Story of the Year: by Alan Moore, Joe Bennett, and Keith Giffen
Absolute Batman #11 by Scott Snyder and Clay Mann
Wonder Woman #24 by Tom King and Daniel Sampere

80s Rewind
Six from Siruis by Doug Monech and Paul Gulacy
Legends by Len Wein, John Ostrander, and John Byrne
Suicide Squad #1-2, John Ostrander and Luke McDonnell

New Books
The Avengers in the Veracity Trap! Chip Kidd and Michael Cho
Cul-Del Sac #1 by Mike Carey and Jonathan Waysack (Bad Idea Comics); plus Hero Trade by Matt Kindt and David Laphan
Cheetah and Chesish Rob the Justice League #1 by Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott

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Episode 151: Marvel 2099 - The World of Tomorrow

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:09:00 -0400

We journey to the World of Tomorrow with Marvel 2099, spotlighting Spider-Man, X-Men, and Doom from creators Peter David, Rick Leonardi, John Francis Moore, Pat Broderick, and Ron Lim. We also dive into our Recent Reads: Excalibur, Captain Britain, Tin Can Society, Iron Man & Armor Wars, Bug Wars, Ultraverse, and Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum. Plus, don’t miss the debut of our new segment, 80s Rewind, with Hex from DC Comics

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Episode 150: Justice League International - Secret History of Maxwell Lord

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 20:04:00 -0400

We’re back with our monthly spotlight on Justice League International with issues #8–13, plus Suicide Squad #13; a stretch packed with wild crossovers, big revelations, and unforgettable moments. The JLI tackles Moving Day, gets pulled into the Millennium event and a clash with the Manhunters, uncovers the secret history of Maxwell Lord, and crosses paths with the Suicide Squad. And of course, we can’t forget the debut of one of the greatest Green Lanterns of all time: G’nort. These amazing stores are by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, Kevin Maguire, John Ostrander, and Luke McDonnell

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Episode 149: A Discussion with Kyle Starks

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 20:03:00 -0400

The CD114 gang is joined by special guest and three-time Eisner-nominated comic book creator, Kyle Starks! We dive into his brand-new Kickstarter project, Where Monsters Lie: Dead End, talk about his Patreon and fun Sticker Club, and, of course, chat about all of his awesome books including Rick and Morty, Where Monsters Lie, I Hate This Place, Kill Them All, Peacemaker Tries Hard, Lobo Cancellation Special, Those Not Afraid, Sexcastle, Assassin Nation, and more!

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Where Monsters Lie: Dead End Kickstarter http://kck.st/3Jf7n5R

Kyle Starks Patreon https://www.patreon.com/kylestarks

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Episode 148: Comic Book Replacement Characters

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 20:03:00 -0400

Not another death in comics? Don’t worry there’s always the Replacement Character! In this episode, we dive into some of our favorite stand-ins and successors from DC Comics, Marvel, and other publishers. Plus, Bryan shares stories from his first-ever San Diego Comic-Con, and we talk recent reads including Superman, Justice League Unlimited, The New History of the DC Universe, and Ultimate Spider-Man: Incursion.

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Episode 147: I Hate Fairyland by Skottie Young

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 20:04:00 -0400

We journey into the hilariously twisted world of I Hate Fairyland by Skottie Young (Image Comics), diving deep into the first story arc and all its gory & madness. Plus, X-Men talk with the Age of Revelation #0 (Marvel Comics), as Jed MacKay and Humberto Ramos set the stage for a new mutant event and the start of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring by Patrick Horvath (IDW).

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Episode 146: Walt Simonson's Fantastic Four

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We are pleased to welcome back special guest Anthony G from the Sloth Love Chunk Podcast as we discuss Walt Simonson’s acclaimed Fantastic Four run, covering issues 337–341 and featuring Thor, Iron Man, Galactus, Nebula, the Council of Kangs, Death’s Head, TVA, Gladiator, Avengers, and Dr. Druid.

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Episode 145: Justice League International Part 1 by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, and Kevin Maguire

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:02:00 -0400

We begin a new monthly spotlight focusing on the legendary DC Comics Justice League International run by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis and Kevin Maguire starting with issues 1-7. Jam packed incredible issues featured Batman, Guy Gardner, Martian Manhunter, Mister Miracle, Doctor Fate, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, and many other characters, including the introduction of Maxwell Lord.

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Episode 144: Superman and Legion of Three Worlds by Geoff Johns and George Perez

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 20:04:00 -0400

We celebrate the Summer of Superman by traveling to the future to Superman Final Crisis - Legion of Three Worlds by Geoff Johns and George Perez. Plus more DC Comics talk on Green Lantern, The New History of the DC Universe, Doomsday Clock, Superman Birthright, All-Star Superman, Gary Frank, and Mark Waid.

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Episode 143: 2025 Mid-Year Favorites

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0400

We look back at the first half of 2025 and discuss our favorite comic books and manga from several publishers, including Image Comics, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics and other publishers

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Episode 142: Young Avengers & The Children’s Crusade

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We conclude our Young Avengers Monthly Spotlight with the fantastic Marvel event, Avengers: The Children Crusade by Allan Heinburg & Jim Cheung, which featured the Young Avengers, New Avengers, Captain America, Iron Man, Wolverine, Capital Marvel, Scarlet Witch, Magneto, Quicksilver, Doctor Doom, X-Men, X-Factor, and many more. Plus comic talk with Thunderbolts, DC Comics Injustice, and the new Giant Sized X-Men Special.

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Episode 141: WTF Comic Book Storylines

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0400

We are joined by special guest Russ from Gotham by Geeks podcast to discuss WTF Comic book moments or storylines that were regrettable, either at the moment or later on with the passage of time. Plus major comic book talk including Aquaman, Marvel Comics Ultimate Universe, DC Comics Absolute Universe, Ghost Machine, Energon Universe, Dynamite Animated books, Millarworld, Predator, and Aliens!

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Episode 140: New Image Comics - Invincible Universe Battle Beast, Lost Fantasy and Exquisite Corpses

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We discuss a few new incredible Image Comics books: Invincible Universe Battle Beast by Robert Kirkman & Ryan Ottley, Lost Fantasy by Curt Pires & Luca Casalanguida, and Exquisite Corpses by James Tynion IV & Michael Walsh. Plus Sleep, Spawn The Curse of Sherlee Johnson, Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger Spawn, Metal Hurlant, Dr Fate, Green Lantern, and Legion of Super-Heroes. #Skybound #TinyOnion #DCComics

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Episode 139: The Terrifics and Tom Strong by Jeff Lemire

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We discuss the Terrifics series by Jeff Lemire with a spotlight on the Tom Strong crossover issues, 7 - 10, with art by Dale Eaglesham, Viktor Bogdanovic, and Jose Luis. Plus Dark Nights: Metal, Dark Multiverse, Johnny Quest, Space Ghost, Captain Planet, Those Not Afraid, Metamorpho, and Geiger.

#DCComics #ABCComics #ImageComics #Dynamite #GhostMachine

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Episode 138: Young Avengers Part 3: Civil War and Presents

Sun, 25 May 2025 20:00:00 -0400

We continue our Monthly Spotlight on Young Avengers with a discussion on Civil War Young Avengers and Runaways and Young Avengers Presents limited series by various creators including Zeb Wells, Stefano Caselli, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction, Alan Davis and many others. Marvel Comics, MCU, Marvel Boy, Captain America, Hawkeye.

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Episode 137: Superman and Brainiac by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank

Sun, 18 May 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We explore one of Superman’s greatest villains, Brainiac, as we discussed both a classic Superman story that redefined Brainiac going forward by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank (Action Comics 866 - 870) and Absolute Superman #7 by Jason Aaron and Carmine Di Giandomenico which gave us the twisted origin of the Absolute Brainiac. Plus, Duck and Cover, Kaya, Wonder Woman, and Spider-man vs Predator.

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Episode 136: Alan Moore and America's Best Comics

Sun, 11 May 2025 20:01:00 -0400

We are going to party like it is 1999 and discuss America’s Best Comics line of books, Promethea, Tom Strong, and Top 10 by Alan Moore, JH Williams III, Chris Spouse, Gene Ha and Zander Cannon (Wildstorm and DC Comics). Plus, Book of Cutter, Something is Killing the Children, Jump Scare, Resurrection Man, UltimateSpider-man, Turtles of Grayskull, and Red Coat.

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Episode 135: Uncanny X-Men and New Teen Titans Crossover!

Sat, 03 May 2025 20:02:00 -0400

We discuss one of the greatest Marvel and DC Comics crossover ever, The Uncanny X-men and The New Teen Titans by Chris Claremont and Walt Simonson featuring Darkseid, Dark Phoenix, and Deathstroke. Plus, Night Club 2, Ultimates, Arkadi and The Lost Titan.

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Episode 134: Young Avengers by Allan Heinberg & Jim Cheung Part 2!

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 20:02:00 -0400

We continue our Monthly Spotlight on Young Avengers by Allan Heinberg, Jim Cheung and others, with Young Avengers Vol 1 7 - 12 and YA Special. Marvel Comics, MCU, New Avengers, Jessica Jones, Sentry, Skulls, Kree.

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Episode 133: A Discussion with Phillip Kennedy Johnson!

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 20:02:00 -0400

Phillip Kennedy Johnson joins us to discuss his incredible comic book bibliography, including Superman Warworld, Superfamily, Incredible Hulk, Batman and Robin, James Bond, Crocodile Black, and the Fellspyre Chronicles.

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Episode 132: Absolute Universe Wave 2 - Flash, Green Lantern and Martian Manhunter

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 20:02:00 -0400

Absolute Universe Wave 2 is here and we discuss Absolute Flash by Jeff Lemire & Nick Robles, Absolute Green Lantern by Al Ewing and Jahnoy Lindsay and Absolute Martian Manhunter by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodriguez. Plus You’ll Do Bad Things, Free for All, Ultimate Spider-man, Wonder Woman, and Invisibles. (DC Comics, Image Comics, Marvel Comics and Oni Press)

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Episode 131: Batman Hush 2 and Dark Patterns

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:22:30 -0400

It is a Bat-talk episode as we discuss the first issue of Batman Hush 2 by Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee and Batman Dark Patterns by Dan Watters and Hayden Sherman. Plus, Saga, Redcoat, Bitter Root, Absolute Wonder Woman, Assorted Crisis Events, Department of Truth, and GI Joe. (DC Comics, Image Comics, Skybound, Ghost Machine, Tiny Onion)

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Episode 130: A Discussion with Kelly Thompson

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:04:25 -0400

We are pleased to welcome award-winning writer Kelly Thompson for an in-depth discussion on her incredible comic book bibliography, including Jem and The Holograms, Captain Marvel, Kate Bishop Hawkeye, West Coast Avengers, X-Men, Rogue, Gambit, Mr and Mrs X, Jessica Jones Jeff the Land Shark, Birds of Prey, Black Cloak, The Cull, and Absolute Wonder Woman.

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Episode 129: New Books - Zatanna, Bug Wars, and The Seasons

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

We spotlight three new recent books; Zatanna by Jamal Campbell (DC Comics), Bug Wars by Jason Aaron & Mahmud Asrar (Image Comics), and The Seasons by Rick Remender & Paul Azaceta (Giant Generator).

Plus DC X Sonic The Hedgehog, Planetes Vol 2, Absolute Flash, Loebs Flash, Batman: Off-World,The Hive, Berserk, Ghost Machine, & Nights

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Episode 128: Young Avengers by Allan Heinburg & Jim Cheung Part 1

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

We begin a new Monthly Spotlight with special guest Darrell Taylor (Gotham by Geeks and DC All Stars podcasts) on Young Avengers by Allan Heinburg & Jim Cheung.

#MarvelComics #MCU #CaptainAmerica #IronMan #Kang #JessicaJones

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Episode 122: We discuss our favorite Jeff Lemire books and his new book, Minor Arcana (Boom Studios!) Plus, 2000AD The Out, Slaine: The Horned God, Dandandan, Bleach, Marvel’s Ultimate line, Detective Comics, and Batman Dark Patterns.

#BoomStudios #MarvelComics #2000AD #DCComics

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Episode 121: DC versus Marvel – The Amalgam Age

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0400

We revisit one of the greatest comic book events of all time: DC versus Marvel: Amalgam Age (DC Comics & Marvel Comics). Plus, The Hive by AJ Lieberman & Mike Henderson (Image Comics), Those Not Afraid by Kyle Starks & Patrick Piazzalunga (Dark Horse Comics), and Fourth World by John Byrne!

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Episode 120: X-Men Mutant Massacre Round 1

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0400

We begin a new monthly spotlight on the first ever X-Men event, Mutant Massacre by Chris Claremount, Louise Simonson, Walter Simonson, John Romita Jr, Sal Buscema, Jackson Guice, Kyle Baker, Terry Shoemaker and others. This historical Marvel Comics event featured the X-Men, X-Factor, New Mutants, Power Pack, Daredevil and Thor! (Yes, really).

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Episode 119: Desolation Jones by Warren Ellis & J.H. Williams III

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:02:00 -0400

We have undergone experiments to discuss Desolation Jones by Warren Ellis & J.H. Williams III (Image Comics). Plus, Black Canary: Best of the Best, Timeslide, Cable: Love and Chrome, Geiger, Where Monsters Lie: Cull De Sac, TMNT Mutant Nation, Metamorpho, Batman: Dark Patterns & Justice League: The Atom Project. Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, IDW, Marvel Comics, & Ghost Machine.

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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0400

It’s our milestone 114th episode of Comics Doscourse 114! Award-winning writer Tom King joins us to celebrate. Listen in to hear us discuss most of his 2024 work, a few stories from early in his career, and how he and Hassan first met.

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Episode 113: Rocketfellers, Where Monsters Lie: Cull-De-Sac & One for Sorrow

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 01:00:00 -0400

It is a round robin episode as we cover 3 new number 1s: Rocketfellers by Peter J Tomasi & Francis Manapul (Ghost Machine/ Image Comics). Where Monsters Lie: Cull-De-Sac by Kyle Starks and Piotr Kowalski (Dark Horse Comics), and One for Sorrow by Jamie McKelvie (Dstlry). Plus some DC Comics All-In talk including the Question, Black Lightning, Superman, and Detective Comics.

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Mon, 01 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Episode 91 – 2024 Mid-Year Favorite Comics

We are at the halfway point of the year, so it is time for us to discuss our favorite comics so far this year from various publishers including Boom Studios, DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Image Comics, IDW, Marvel Comics and more. Listen, as we play 3-dimensional chess trying to predict (and steal) each other’s picks.

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Episode 90 - Judge Dredd Origins

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We are the law with an overview of 2000AD and adjudication of Judge Dredd Origins by John Wagner, Carlos Ezquerra and Kev Walker (Rebellion). Plus Post Heroes Con 2024 stories and The Boy Wonder Black Label series by Juni Ba (DC Comics).

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Episode 89 – The Death of Superman: The Return of Superman!

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400

The real Superman is back as we finish our monthly spotlight on The Death of Superman with The Return of Superman by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Louise Simonson, Roger Stern, Jon Bodganove, Tom Grummett, Jackson Guice and others (DC Comics).

Monthly Spotlight: The Death and Return of Superman Part 4

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Episode 88: Titans / Legion of Super-Heroes: Universe Ablaze!

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400

It is a podcast team-up with the Gotham by Geeks cast, Darrell and Russ, as we travel to the past to discuss this classic team-up in the future from 00s, Titans / Legion of Super-Heroes: Universe Ablaze by Dan Jurgens and Phil Jimenez (DC Comics). Plus recent X-Men books, Conan, Metabarons, Avengers Twilight, and Once Upon A Time At The End of the World.

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Episode 87: New Image Comics and Recent Reads

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 01:06:00 -0400

We discuss two new Image Comics; Ain’t No Grave by Skottie Young & Jorge Corona and Blood Squad Seven by Joe Casey & Paul Fry. Also, the conclusions of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees by Patrick Horvath and Alan Scott: The Green Lantern by Tim Sheridan & Cian Tormey. Recent reads including Dawnrunner by Ram V & Evan Cagle, Wonder Woman by Tom King & Daniel Sampere, William of Newbury by Michael Avon Oeming, and the 2nd issues of Ghost Machine!! (IDW, DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics)

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Episode 86 – Fantastic Four by Mark Waid and Mike Wieringo

Mon, 27 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We travel to negative zone and discuss the legendary Fantastic Four run by Mark Waid and Mike Wieringo (Vol 3 60 – 64). Plus Spectregraph by James Tynion IV and Christian Ward (Dstlry) and more Incredible Hulk by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Neil Klein talk (Marvel).

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Episode 85 – The Death of Superman: Reign of the Supermen

Mon, 20 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We investigate Superboy, Cyborg Superman, Steel and Eradicator as we continue our monthly spotlight on The Death of Superman with Reign of the Supermen by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Louise Simonson, Roger Stern, Jon Bodganove, Tom Grummett, Jackson Guice and others (DC Comics).

Monthly Spotlight: The Death and Return of Superman Part 3

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Episode 84: DC's Tangent Comics

Mon, 13 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We go on a major tangent with DC’s Tangent Comics; The Atom, The Joker, The Flash, Green Lantern by Dan Jurgens, Karl Kesel, Matt Haley, Todd Dezago, Gary Frank, James Robinson, and J. H. Williams III. Plus we discuss the start of the new Marvel Comics event, Blood Hunt by Jed MacKay and Pepe Larraz and Batman/Superman World’s Finest by Mark Waid and Dan Mora.

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Episode 83 – Favorite Five Avengers

Mon, 06 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We assembled our favorite five Avengers while revisiting the history of Marvel’s Mightiest Heroes, including the very early issues, the 80s, the “Leather Jacket” era, Heroes Reborn, New Avengers and Hickman’s Avengers. Plus Dick Tracy by Alex Sequera, Michael Moreci, & Geraldo Borges. Hellen of Wyndhorn 2 by Tom King & Bilquis Evely, Predator The Last Hunt 3 by Ed Brisson and Eder Messias, Superman: House of Brainiac event by Joshua Williamson and Rafa Sandoval, Punisher by David Pepose & Dave Wachter, and Bryan’s Manga corner.

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Episode 82 – The Death of Superman: Funeral for a Friend

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Put on the black armband as we continue our monthly spotlight on The Death of Superman with Funeral for a Friend by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Louise Simonson, Roger Stern, Jon Bodganove, Tom Grummett, Jackson Guice and others (DC Comics).

Monthly Spotlight: The Death and Return of Superman Part 2

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Episode 81 – Dead Boy Detectives by Ed Brubaker and Bryan Talbot and Ghost Machine!

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 01:00:00 -0400

The trio is back and they investigate Sandman Presents: Dead Boy Detectives by Ed Brubaker and Bryan Talbot (DC Comics / Vertigo). Plus we enter the Ghost Machine and talk about the first issues of Geiger, Redcoat, and Rook: Exodus by Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Bryan Hitch, and Jason Fabok (Image Comics).

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Episode 80 – JLA / Titans by Devin Grayson and Phil Jimenez

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan get into a Technis construct to discuss the classic 90s JLA / Titans mini-series by Devin Grayson and Phil Jimenez that took place during the Morrison JLA era. Plus Essential Judge Dredd and Batman: Dark Age by Mark Russell and Mike Allred.

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Episode 79 – Midnight Nation by J Michael Stacynski and Gary Frank

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan travel the dark highways together to discuss the classic Image Comic series, Midnight Nation, by J. Michael Stracynski (JMS) and Gary Frank. Plus Alan Scott: Green Lantern (DC Comics), X-Men: Rise of the Powers of X (Marvel Comics), Black Hammer (Dark Horse Comics), and Titans/ Legion of Super-Heroes.

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Episode 78 – X-Men, Lifedeath, and Wolverine by Claremont & Windsor-Smith

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 01:01:00 -0400

We revisit the creative collaboration of Chris Claremont and Barry Windsor-Smith on three Uncanny X-Men books; LifeDeath 1 and 2, focusing on Storm (184 and 198) and a Wolverine solo story (205). Plus Superman talk, including Jason Aaron, Philip Kennedy Johnson, Action Comics, and the Silver Age, Fables: The Black Forest, Predator Last Hunt, Alien, and Iron Fist.

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Episode 77 – The Death of Superman

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0400

We start a new monthly spotlight with one of the biggest Superman stories of all time, The Death of Superman by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Louise Simonson, Roger Stern, Jon Bodganove, Tom Grummett, Jackson Guice and others (DC Comics). Plus Helen of Wyndhorn by Tom King and Bliquis Evely (Dark Horse Comics) and Dawnrunner by Ram V and Evan Cagle, Rare Flavors, The Many Deaths of Laila Starr, Beneath the Trees Where No Sees, and Dark Ride.

Monthly Spotlight: The Death and Return of Superman Part 1

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Episode 76 – Space Usagi

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 02:01:00 -0400

We finally discuss Bryan’s favorite character, Usagi Yojimbo, and the recent Space Usagi mini-series by Stan Sakai (Dark Horse Comics & Dogu Publishing). Plus Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, more West Coast Avengers, Tigra, Vinland Saga, Blue Beetle, Keith Giffen, Poison Ivy, and Avengers Twight (IDW, Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Kodansha Comics)

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Episode 75 – Dune Part 2 and House Harkonnen Vol 1

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 02:01:00 -0400

Our first official film review episode as the guys discuss Dune Part 2 by Denis Villeneuve. Even more Dune, as we talk Dune comics with a spotlight on Dune House Harkonnen Vol 1 by Brian Herbert, Kevin J Anderson, and Michael Shelfer (Boom! Studios). Plus an impromptu retro discussion on West Coast Avengers, Power Man & Iron Fist, Rom (Marvel) and Ruse (CrossGen).

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Episode 74 – Favorite Revamp or Reboot

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400

The guys deliberate their favorite revamp or reboot of comic book characters and teams from DC Comics, Marvel, IDW, and other companies. Plus, the new Predator series, Jed MacKay’s Moon Knight, John Constantine Hellblazer: Dead in America, Titans Beast World conclusion, and Tom King’s and Daniel Sampere’s Wonder Woman

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Episode 73 – Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira Vol 5 and 6

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 01:01:00 -0400

Brian, Bryan, and Hassan journey to Neo-Tokyo for the conclusion of Katsuhiro Otomo’s classic manga series, Akira

Other Monthly Spotlight Episodes on Akira

Episode 64 – Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira Vol 1 and 2

Episode 69 – Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira Vol 3 and 4

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Episode 72 – The Forged and Ultimate Black Panther

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 01:01:00 -0400

We assembled a team to discuss The Forged 4 -6 by Greg Rucka, Eric Trautmann, and Mike Henderson (Image Comics). Plus, Ultimate Black Panther (Marvel Comics), Paul Pope Battling Boy, Asadora, Anime on Netflix, DC vs Marvel crossovers, and Ancillary Justice.

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Episode 71 – The Cull by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De lulis

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0400

We pay a visit to Black Water Beach and the Cull Image Comics series by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De lulis. Plus Hexagon Bridge, World’s Finest Batman / Superman Annual (DC Comics), Authority: Revolution, Beneath the Trees (IDW), The Flash, Damn Them All (Boom! Studios) and the OG Predator movie.

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Episode 70 – Ghost Machine!

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0400

This week we power on the Ghost Machine and discuss the one shot anthology that lays out the new line by Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Jason Fabok, Brad Meltzer, Peter J. Tomasi, Francis Manapul, Peter Snejbjerg, Ivan Reis, Lamont Magee, and Maytal Zchut (Image Comics). Plus Green Lantern Alan Scott (DC Comics), Transformers, Duke, Dark Ride (Skybound), Top Ten, Book of Butcher (Boom! Studios) and Masters of Universe: Revolution!

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Episode 69 – Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira Vol 3 and 4

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0400

We continue with our monthly spotlight on Akira by Katsuhiro Otomo with Volumes 3 & 4. Plus Swan Songs by W. Maxwell Prince (Image Comics), Avengers Twilight (Marvel Comics) by Chip Zdarksy & Daniel Acuna, and Once Upon A Time at the End of the World 11 by Jason Aaron & Nick Dragotta (Boom! Studios)

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Episode 68 –Wonder Woman by Tom King and Daniel Sampere, Ultimate Spider-Man and Jason Aaron’s Action Comics

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian, Bryan and Hassan discuss the spectacular run of Wonder Woman (1-5) by Tom King and Daniel Sampere (DC Comics), Ultimate Spider-Man by Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto (Marvel Comics), and Action Comics 1061 by Jason Aaron and John Timms (Superman). Plus Forged, Lotus Land, Pirate Nightwing, Dark Knights of Steel, Operation Sunshine, Sandman Nightmare Country, and Green Arrow.

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Episode 67 – DC Comics 80s Baxter Books: New Teen Titans, Legion of Super-Heroes, Outsiders, & Infinity, Inc.

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian and Hassan are joined by Darrell Taylor and Russ El from Gotham by Geeks podcast to discuss the first issues DC Comics 80s Key Baxter Books: New Teen Titans by Marv Wolfman & George Perez, Legion of Super-Heroes by Paul Levitz and Keith Giffen, Outsiders by Mike W Barr and Jim Aparo, and Infinity, Inc. by Roy Thomas and Jerry Ordway. Plus Midlife by Brian Buccelato and Stefano Simeone (Image Comics) and Judge Dredd!!

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Episode 66 – 2023 Favorite Books!!!

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian, Bryan and Hassan discuss their Top 5 Favorite books in 2023 from DC Comics, Marvel, Image Comics, Dark Horse, Bad Idea, and others. And, of course, we go on a few tangents in the process.

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Episode 65 – Favorite Alan Moore stories

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0400

Brian, Bryan, and Hassan discuss their favorite Alan Moore stories outside of Watchmen and Swamp Thing. Are any of the Avatar Press books on their list? What about Capitan Britain? Miracleman? Wildcats? Spawn? Superman? Supreme? America’s Best Comics books such as Tom Strong, Top Ten, or Promethea? Killing Joke? V for Vendetta? League of Extraordinary Gentlemen?

Plus Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohamed, Rare Flavors by Ram V & Filpe Andrade, Animal Pound by Tom King & Peter Gross, Wonder Woman by Tom King & Daniel Sampere, Where the Body Was by Ed Brubaker & Sean Philips, Batman Off-World by Jason Aaron & Doug Mahnke, & Deviant by James Tynion IV & Joshua Hixson.

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Episode 64 – Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira Vol 1 and 2

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Tetsuo! Kaneda! Brian, Bryan, and Hassan dive into THE Manga classic Akira Vol 1 & 2 by Katsuhiro Otomo. Plus our ongoing discussion of the weekly Batman / Santa Claus: Silent Knight by Jeff Parker & Michele Bandini, World’s Finest: Teen Titans by Mark Waid & Emanuela Lupacchino, and Danger Street by Tom King and Jorge Fornes (DC Comics)

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Episode 63 – John Byrne’s Fantastic Four with Galactus, Avengers, Terrax, and Nova!

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We discuss early John Byrne’s Fantastic Four with issues 242 -244, featuring Galactus, Avengers, Terax and Nova! Plus Night Eaters by Marjorie Liu & Sana Takeda, Crave by Maria Llovet, Rare Flavors by Ram V & Filipe Andrade, Deviant by James Tynion IV & Joshua Hixson, Sentry by Jason Loo & Luigi Zagaria and reading habits.

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Episode 62 – Morrison’s and Case’s Doom Patrol and Batman Off-World & Santa

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0400

The guys discuss the beginning of Grant Morrison’s and Richard Case’s Doom Patrol run, Vol 2 19 -22. Plus more 90s Comic Book Events talk; Batman Off-World by Jason Aaron and Doug Mahnke, and Batman / Santa Claus: Silent Knight by Jeff Parker and Michele Bandini (DC Comics)

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Episode 61 – 90s Comic Book Events!

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0400

The guys discuss their favorite 90s Comic Book Events from DC Comics, Marvel, and maybe both! Plus Fall of X-Men books including Jean Grey by Louise Simonson and Bernard Chang, The Ministry of Compliance by John Ridley and Stefano Raffaele (IDW), Berserk Vol 14 by Miura Kentaro, and Origin Vol 1 Manga by Boichi!

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Episode 60 – Guardians of the Galaxy, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and the Outsiders

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We dive into the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 1 -6, the series that launched the team that we know and love by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning, Paul Pelletier, and Rick Magyar (Marvel), plus the video game and the original 90s series. We also continue our discussion of Godzilla and King Kong with the Monarch show by Chris Black and Matt Fraction (Apple TV+). And last, the new Outsiders series by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly and Robert Carey (DC Comics).

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Episode 59 – Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, Alan Scott Green Lantern, Petrol Head, Fantastic Four, Shazam, Teen Titans, and JL vs Godzilla vs Kong!

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We have a Thanksgiving-sized buffet of comic book discussion; Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees by Patrick Horvath (IDW), Alan Scott Green Lantern by Tim Sheridan and Cian Tormey (DC Comics), Petrol Head by Rob Williams and Pye Parr (Image Comics), John Byrne’s Fantastic Four (Marvel), Mark Waid’s Shazam and World’s Finest Teen Titans with Dan Mora and Emanuela Lupaccino and Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong by Brian Buccellato and Christian Duce.

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Episode 58 – Spider-man by Erik Larsen

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:02:00 -0400

The guys are joined again by special guest Raj to discuss a classic story from the 90s; Spider-man Vol 1 18 – 23; Revenge of the Sinister Six, featuring Ghost Rider, Deathlok, Hulk, Solo, Nova, Fantastic Four, and Sleepwalker! (Marvel)

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Episode 57 – What If, Elseworlds, Spider-man and Batman

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 02:40:00 -0400

We dive into DC’s and Marvel’s Alternative Universe books; What If and Elseworlds. We also discuss two of the most well-know stories; What If #105 (the first appearance of Spider-girl) by Tom DeFalco, Ron Frenz and Bill Sienkiewiz and Batman: Gotham by Gaslight by Brian Augustyn, Mike Mignola, and P. Craig Russell.

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Episode 56– Nailbiter and Alan Moore’s Swamp Thing

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 02:44:00 -0400

Our final Halloween Horror themed episode with discussions on Joshua Williamson’s and Mike Henderson’s Nailbiter (Image Comics) and Swamp Thing by Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette and John Toleben (DC Comics)

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Episode 55 - Pluto, Asadora!, X-men, Sins of Sinister and Wolverine

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 02:55:00 -0400

Brian, Bryan and Hassan first journey into the future with Sins of Sinister X-Men Event by Kieran Gillen, Al Ewing, Si Spurrier, and others. Next, we discuss Naoki Urasawa’s and Osamu Tezuka’s Pluto, the award winning manga and new Netflix anime. We then continue the Urasawa love with Asadora! Plus Benjamin Percy’s Wolverine and more Dragon Ball.

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Episode 54 - Animal Man

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We continue our horror theme episodes with Animal Man vol 2 (New 52) 1 -5 by Jeff Lemire and Travis Foreman (DC Comics). Plus Dragon Ball Z, Death Note, the Books of Magic, and The Children’s Crusade.

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Episode 53 - The Books of Magic by Gaiman, Bolton, Hampton, Vess and Johnson

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We go on a magical tour of the DC Universe with the Books of Magic original limited series by Neil Gaiman, John Bolton, Scott Hampton, Charles Vess and Paul Johnson (DC Comics / Vertigo). Plus the new Flash and Green Lantern War Journal books, West Cost Avengers, and Dragon Ball!

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Episode 52 - Ghost Rider

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We travel on the highway to Hell with the Spirit of Vengeance as we discuss Ghost Rider 1 – 6 by Benjamin Percy and Cory Smith (Marvel). Plus, Vigil, Superman vs Meshi, Saga, Batman, TMNT x Stranger Things, and Wonder Woman!

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Fri, 09 Dec 2022 03:38:00 -0400

What is Brian’s Secret Origin? Did he attend a School for Gifted Youngsters? Did he flight alien demons as a Spaceknight? Listen to our final secret origin special, where we explore each of our co-hosts comicbook fan history. From singles, to hardcovers, to statues, this co-host has been reading and collecting since he was five.

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Episode 8 - CrossGen Tales

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 03:02:00 -0400

In this episode Professor Brian educates us on the history of CrossGen. Then we review Marvel’s recently published special CrossGen Tales reprinting the first issues of Ruse, Mystic, Sigil, and Sojourn. Which title(s) did we love? Which title(s) did we dislike? Which co-host’s eyes glowed? Listen to the episode to find out.

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Fri, 18 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Will Bryan, Brian and Hassan survive discussing the latest Marvel event: Avengers/X-Men/Eternals or A.X.E. Judgment Day by Kieron Gillen and Valerio Schiti? #Marvel #Avengers #XMen #Eternals #AXE #JudgmentDay

Episode 2 - DC’s Dark Knights of Steel and Grim

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0400

In the 2nd episode, Brian, Bryan and Hassan continue the Tom Taylor love as they discuss DC’s Dark Knights of Steel 1- 6 by Tom Taylor, Yasmine Putri, and Bengal. Then later in the episode, they cover issues 1 -5 of Grim, a new Boom! book, by Stephanie Phillips and Flaviano. #DCComics #Batman #Superman #WonderWoman #TomTaylor #YasminePutri #Bengal #Boom #StephaniePhilips #Flaviano

Episode 1 - Nightwing and She-Hulk

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:57:09 -0400

First episode of a brand new podcast talking about all things comics. In this episode, Brian, Bryan and Hassan cover Nightwing 92-96 by Tom Taylor, Bruno Redondo, and Geraldo Borgia and She-Hulk Vol 1 by Dan Slott and Juan Bobillo. #DCComics #Nightwing #Batgirl #TomTaylor #BrunoRedondo #GeraldoBorgia#Marvel #MCU #Disney+ #SheHulk #DanSlott #JuanBobillo#Spiderman