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Episode 056: Pokezombies, Gotta Catch ‘Em All

This week, Vince and I discuss -rant- about Dark Horse’s digital release pricing fiasco, the second season of The Walking Dead and Fantastic Four #600. We also announce the winner of our Very Maberry Christmas giveaway, so everyone who entered will want to have a listen! Big grats to the winner, and an even bigger thank you to Jonathan Maberry for helping us with this contest. Make certain to check out the hardcover editions of both Marvel Universe vs the Punisher and Marvel Universe vs Wolverine. They’re available on Amazon and should be a part of everyone’s collection! News Dark Horse Comics goes line-wide same-day digital, citing prices of $0.99 – $1.99 per issue. Predictably, retailers lose their minds. UPDATE: never mind Dark Horse writer speaks out. Discussion The Walking Dead Season 2.0 Fantastic Four #600 What We’re Reading Vince: Thunderbolts, Flash Gordon: Zeitgeist Roger: Wolverine and the X-Men #2, Uncanny X-Men #2, X-Men Legacy #259, The Flash #3, Teen Titans #3 New Releases Marvel Amazing Spider-Man #675 Avenging Spider-Man #2 Defenders #1 Hulk #45 Punisher #6 Venom #10 X-Factor #228 X-Men #21 Criminal, Vol 6: The Last of the Innocent TPB DC Action Comics #4 Animal Man #4 Huntress #3 Men of War #4 Red Lanterns #4 Swamp Thing #4 Other Irredeemable #32 (BOOM!) Voltron #1 (Dynamite) Chew #22 (Image) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 055: Blue Powers

This week, Vince and I cover a couple fantastic story arcs; The Death of Retro Girl, which appeared in Powers vol. 1 #1-6, and Spider-Man: Blue #1-6. Both are fantastic reads and it was fun being able to finally get to discuss them. Don’t forget about our Very Maberry Christmas Giveaway contest! Simply leave a comment here or email contest (at) comicbookinformer (dot) com and tell us a comic that we put you onto that you wouldn’t have otherwise read. Alternatively, tell us about one that you disagree with what we had to say about it. What do you stand to win? A signed hardcover copy of Marvel Universe vs Wolverine from Mr Jonathan Maberry himself. Vince and I loved this series, and think it will make a fantastic addition to the lucky winner’s library… and if y’all aren’t ready to take it, Vince and I have made it clear we will fight for it. Maybe not to the death, but definitely to the bruising. We’ll be taking contest entries for a couple weeks and will announce the random winner on episode 056. Taking shipping into consideration, the book should arrive right ’round Christmas. Thanks kindly to Jonathan for helping us with this giveaway. (Only one entry per person please.) Discussion Powers v1 #1-6 Spider-Man: Blue #1-6 What We’re Reading Vince: Roger: Powers New Releases MARVEL AVENGERS ORIGINS THOR #1 FF #12 GHOST RIDER #6 ULTIMATE COMICS ULTIMATES #4 UNCANNY X-MEN #2 WOLVERINE #19 X-MEN LEGACY #259 DC UNCHARTED #1 (OF 6) THE REST GUTTERS ABSOLUTE COMPLETE OMNIBUS V1 MORNING GLORIES HC V1 MOUSE GUARD BLACK AXE #3 (OF 6) STAR WARS CRIMSON EMPIRE III EMPIRE LOST #2 (OF 6) STAR WARS DARK TIMES OUT OF THE WILDERNESS #3 (OF 5) TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #4 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 054: Avenging Spider

This week, despite our respective colds, Vince and I talk about DC’s Batman and JLI Beyond series reveals, Marvel’s layoffs and series cancellations, as well as Spidey and the Hulk. Great episode. We also announced our Very Maberry Christmas Giveaway contest! Simply leave a comment here or email contest (at) comicbookinformer (dot) com and tell us a comic that we put you onto that you wouldn’t have otherwise read. Alternatively, tell us about one that you disagree with what we had to say about it. What do you stand to win? A signed hardcover copy of Marvel Universe vs Wolverine from Mr Jonathan Maberry himself. Vince and I loved this series, and think it will make a fantastic addition to the lucky winner’s library… and if y’all aren’t ready to take it, Vince and I have made it clear we will fight for it. Maybe not to the death, but definitely to the bruising. We’ll be taking contest entries for a couple weeks and will announce the random winner on episode 056. Taking shipping into consideration, the book should arrive right ’round Christmas. Thanks kindly to Jonathan for helping us with this giveaway. (Only one entry per person please.) News Batman & Justice League Beyond Marvel layoffs/cancellations – Staff Layoffs – Ghost Rider – X-23 – Daken: Dark Wolverine – Iron Man 2.0 – Black Panther – Alpha Flight Reference: October sales numbers Discussion Avenging Spider-Man #1 Incredible Hulk #1 & 2 What We’re Reading Vince: nada Roger: Ultimate Spider-Man New Releases Marvel Annihilators: Earthfall #3 Astonishing X-Men #44 Fantastic Four #600 Invincible Iron Man #510 Secret Avengers #19 Vengeance #5 Wolverine and the X-Men #2 5 Ronin TPB DC Comics Aquaman #3 Diablo #1 Flash #3 Green Lantern: The New Guardians #3 Hellblazer #285 Justice League Dark #3 Scalped #54 Shade #2 Batman: The Black Mirror Hardcover Other Incorruptible #24 (BOOM!) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 053: Schism

If you’re anything like us, you, and your wallet, are currently suffering from Event Overload Syndrome. The problem with EOS is that we, as collectors, are driven to buy everything that is released to ensure we have the full event collection. This includes the good and the complete and utter trash. That is what has lead us to buy these titles… even though we enjoyed so few of them. This week, we present our thoughts on the X-Men Schism event, in all of its glory. (I can’t believe I got through that whole line without laughing. -Editor’s Note- In the “What We’ve Been Reading” segment, I wag my finger at Green Arrow #3 for its pot-shot at the gaming industry, when in fact, I should have been wagging my finger at Green Arrow #2. My apologies to Green Arrow #3. Although truth be told, I’d still wag my finger at you, but simply because you were so uninspiring. Discussion X-Men: Prelude to Schism #1-4 X-Men: Schism #1-5 Generation Hope #10-11 X-Men: Regenesis #1 Uncanny X-Men #544 Wolverine and the X-Men #1 Uncanny X-Men #1 What We’re Reading Vince: Avenging Spider-Man #1, Incredible Hulk #1 Roger: DC’s “Super” and “Bat” titles, JLI, Red Lanterns, Incredible Hulk #1, Green Arrow #2 New Releases MARVEL AVENGERS #19 AVENGERS ACADEMY #22 AVENGERS ORIGINS LUKE CAGE #1 FEAR ITSELF #7 POINT THREE FEAR ITSELF FEARLESS #3 (OF 12) INCREDIBLE HULK #2 MARVEL UNIVERSE VS WOLVERINE HC PUNISHER #5 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #674 ULTIMATE COMICS X-MEN #3 VENOM #9 GENERATION HOPE #13 NEW MUTANTS #34 X-FACTOR #227 X-MEN #21 X-23 #17 DC BATMAN #3 BIRDS OF PREY #3 BLUE BEETLE #3 DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #3 END OF NATIONS #1 (OF 4) FLASH THE ROAD TO FLASHPOINT HC GREEN LANTERN CORPS #3 JUSTICE LEAGUE #3 LEGION OF SUPER HEROES #3 NIGHTWING #3 SUPERGIRL #3 WONDER WOMAN #3 THE REST MASS EFFECT INVASION #2 (OF 4) MORNING GLORIES #14 WALKING DEAD #91 WHO IS JAKE ELLIS TP V1 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 052: Spider Island

This week, Vince and I tackle Spider Island, Marvel’s newest event which crossed over into several titles. We discussed the various tie-in mini-series as well, tossing our two cents in as to whether they are worth reading. Hint: Deadly Hands of Kung Fu is a must read. Cloak and Dagger, not so much. Discussion Spider Island Amazing Spider-Man #669-673 Venom #7 & 8 Deadly Hands of Kung Fu Other assorted tie-ins What We’re Reading Vince: The Flash Roger: Animal Man New Releases Marvel Avenging Spider-Man #1 Battle Scars #1 Ghost Rider #5 Journey into Mystery #631 New Avengers #18 Ultimate Spider-Man #4 Uncanny X-Force #17 X-Men Legacy #258 Incredible Hulks: Heart of the Monster TPB DC Batman and Robin #3 Demon Knights #3 Frankenstein: Agent of S.H.A.D.E. #3 Green Lantern #3 Huntress #2 Suicide Squad #3 Superboy #3 Other Darkwing Duck #18 (BOOM!) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 051: Discussing Girl Parts

This week, we brought Tart Darling back for an interview discussing the state of women in comic books; especially DC’s relaunch. It was a fantastic interview and I’m certain everyone will enjoy it. Discussion In a change from the normal discussion, we won’t be focusing on the issues themselves, but rather the characters and what makes them good/bad and interesting from the perspective of a female reader. Starfire (Red Hood & The Outlaws) Batgirl Catwoman Birds of Prey Wonder Woman Harley Quinn & Amanda Waller (Suicide Squad) Amazing Spider-Girl Valkyrie (Secret Avengers) Black Cat (Amazing Spider-Man) Thor Girl, Cloud 9, etc (Youth in Revolt) Veil, Hazmat, Finesse (Avengers Academy) What We’re Reading Vince: Fear Itself, Superior Roger: Batman & Robin #2, Justice League #2 New Releases MARVEL FEAR ITSELF FEARLESS #2 (OF 12) SHAME ITSELF #1 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #673 NEW MUTANTS #33 XREGB UNCANNY X-MEN #1 XREGB X-MEN #20 XREGB X-23 #16 DC ANIMAL MAN #3 BATWING #3 DETECTIVE COMICS #3 GREEN ARROW #3 HAWK AND DOVE #3 JOE THE BARBARIAN HC JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #3 MEN OF WAR #3 OMAC #3 RED LANTERNS #3 ACTION COMICS #3 SWAMP THING #3 THE REST IRREDEEMABLE #31 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 050: Naked Blue Asses

This week, to celebrate our 50th episode (go us!), we decided to hold an impromptu drunk tank and invited @tartdarling to join us in our debauchery as we discussed, dissected and argued about Watchmen. Truly a fantastic episode. PS. We’d like to also thank our other co-host for this episode, Joe… who just couldn’t stand being left out of the podcast. Discussion Watchmen iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 049: Jonathan Maberry Interview

This week, we’ve got a special treat for our listeners. We’d lined up an interview with Jonathan Maberry, author extraordinaire of the recent Marvel Universe vs Wolverine, however upon starting the recording, Jonathan let us know that he’d love to stick around for the entire episode. Taking that into consideration, I shook up the docket so that we could shoot the breeze about what we’ve been reading first. Afterward, we proceeded with a fantastic interview discussing Jonathan’s novels and comic books. Discussion Interview: Jonathan Maberry What We’re Reading Vince: Animal Man, Swamp Thing Roger: X-Men Regenesis, Detective Comics #2 Jonathan: The Walking Dead, Baltimore: The Plague Ships New Releases MARVEL FEAR ITSELF #7 (OF 7) FEAR FEAR ITSELF FEARLESS #1 (OF 12) FEAR ITSELF HOME FRONT #7 (OF 7) FEAR FEAR ITSELF YOUTH IN REVOLT #6 (OF 6) FEAR JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY #629 FEAR ULTIMATE COMICS SPIDER-MAN DOSM HC UNCANNY X-MEN #544 WOLVERINE #17 DC BATMAN #2 BIRDS OF PREY #2 BLUE BEETLE #2 CAPTAIN ATOM #2 CATWOMAN #2 DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #2 GREEN LANTERN CORPS #2 HELLBLAZER #284 JUSTICE LEAGUE #2 LEGION OF SUPER HEROES #2 NIGHTWING #2 RED HOOD AND THE OUTLAWS #2 SUPERGIRL #2 WONDER WOMAN #2 THE REST MASS EFFECT INVASION #1 (OF 4) SAMURAIS BLOOD #5 (OF 6) 30 DAYS OF NIGHT #1 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 048: Marvel U vs Wolverine

Finally done with the New 52, Vince and I are able to talk about some of the important things that have been going on elsewhere, most notably, with Marvel Universe vs Wolverine, a mini-series which we both adored. News Avenging Spider-Man to include free digital copy. Discussion Marvel Universe vs. Wolverine What We’re Reading Vince: Kick-Ass 2 Roger: X-People, The Walking Dead #89 New Releases Marvel Amazing Spider-Man #671 FF #10 Generation Hope #12 Ghost Rider #4 New Avengers #17 Punisher #4 Ultimate Spider-Man #3 Ultimate X-Men #2 Uncanny X-Force #16 X-Men Legacy #257 X-Men Regenesis DC Batman and Robin #2 Demon Knights #2 Frankenstein: Agent of S.H.A.D.E. #2 Green Lantern #2 Shade #1 Superboy #2 Batman: Arkham City Hardcover Other Irredeemable #30 (BOOM!) Joe Hill’s The Cape #2 (IDW) Morning Glories #13 (Image) Who is Jake Ellis? #5 (Image) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 047: The New 52

With the first month of the New 52 in the bag, Vince and I decided an extra-sized episode of Comic Book Informer was in order to discuss them all, as well as our thoughts on the event as a whole. Overall, it will become very apparent very quickly that we were generally very unimpressed… a lot of verys, however I can’t insert duck quacks in posts as easily as in the podcast to keep it clean. Also tacked onto the end of the episode is a special feature from Joe, with his thoughts on the event as well as his breakdown of the issues. Joe’s opinions don’t match most of ours, however that’s precisely why I asked him to make this feature. I wanted a different opinion. I’ve said it before and I’ll repeat it here, comics, much like any other creative endeavor, or subjective. I felt it important to get another opinion as the topic warranted it. That said… Joe’s wrong. Most of the 52 sucked. 😉 Discussion The New 52 Superman Action Comics Superman Superboy Supergirl Batman Batman Detective Comics Batwing Batman: The Dark Knight Batman and Robin Batgirl Batwoman Nightwing Catwoman Birds of Prey Red Hood and the Outlaws Green Lantern Green Lantern Green Lantern Corps Green Lantern: New Guardians Red Lanterns Justice League Justice League Justice League International Aquaman Wonder Woman The Flash Captain Atom The Fury of Firestorm Green Arrow The Savage Hawkman Mister Terrific DC Universe Presents The Dark Justice League Dark Swamp Thing Animal Man Frankenstein: Agent of S.H.A.D.E. I, Vampire Resurrection Man Demon Knights The Edge Stormwatch Voodoo Grifter Deathstroke Suicide Squad O.M.A.C. Blackhawks Men of War All-Star Western Young Justice Teen Titans Static Shock Hawk & Dove Blue Beetle Legion of Super Heroes Legion Lost New Releases DC Comics Action Comics #2 Animal Man #2 Detective Comics #2 Huntress #1 Red Lanterns #2 Swamp Thing #2 Image Comics Chew #21 Invincible #83 Severed #3 Walking Dead #83 Marvel Comics Avengers 1959 #1 Hulk #42 Spider Island: Heroes for Hire Superior #5 Thunderbolts #164 X-Men: Schism #5 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...