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Episode 227: D&D

As a way of apologizing for last week, Vince actually suggested a GOOD comic book this week. Humble Bundle has a fantastic D&D package available, and we tackled one of them. It was fantastic. Also discussed this week, Batman, Lando, Gotham Academy, Spidey and… Greg Land. Serious… ^&%$ that guy. Discussion Dungeons & Dragons: Shadowplague (2011) What We’re Reading Vince: Skullkickers, Batman, Star Wars: Lando Roger: Gotham Academy, Spider-Island, We Stand on Guard, Amazing Spider-Man, Future Imperfect New Releases Marvel: 1872 #2 Amazing Spider-Man: Renew your Vows #4 Armor Wars #4 Captain Britain and the Mighty Defenders #2 Guardians of Knowhere #3 House of M #1 Inferno #4 Kanan #5 Runaways #3 Secret Wars Journal #4 Silk #6 Spider-Verse #4 Star Wars #8 Weirdworld #3 DC: Black Canary #3 Dr. Fate #3 Green Lantern: The Lost Army #3 Justice League #43 Martian Manhunter #3 Superman/Wonder Woman #20 Image: Invincible #122 Manifest Destiny #16 Postal #6 Rat Queens #11 Archie: Archie #2 BOOM!: Welcome Back #1 IDW: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #49 Valiant: Book of Death #2 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 224: Grab Bag

This week, Vince decided we should have one massive What We’re Reading episode. Ok, I decided on the massive part. He decided on the What We’re Reading. Listen, there were a lot of comics I was compelled to discuss, not the least of which being the amazing Groot #2. We also touched on a couple movies: Ant-Man (Vince) and Justice League: Gods and Monsters, the animated film (me). Fun episode. Enjoy. What We’re Reading Vince: Ant-Man, Hawkguy, Siege, Civil War, Action Comics, Skullkickers, Invincible, Book of Death, Mercury Heat Roger: Archie, The Amazing Spider-Man, Renew Your Vows, Green Lantern: Lost Army, Armor Wars, Bloodstrike, Groot, Old Man Logan, Spider-Island, Spider-Verse, Star Trek Green Lantern, Justice League: Gods and Monsters (animated film) New Release Marvel: 1602: With Hunter Angela #2 Black Widow #20 Guardians Team-Up #8 Powers #4 Star Wars #7 Thors #2 DC: Batgirl #42 Flash Annual #4 Gotham by Midnight Annual #1 Superman #42 Image: Lazarus #18 Low #8 The Manhattan Projects: Sun Beyond the Stars #2 Sex Criminals #11 Southern Bastards #10 The Tithe #4 Wayward #10 Dark Horse: Tomb Raider #18 IDW: Ghostbusters Get Real #2 Jem and the Holograms #5 Star Trek/Green Lantern #1 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #48 X-Files Annual 2015 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 209: Lotta D in that Cell Block

This week, we’re back with more Daredevil. Devil in Cell Block D is a fantastic prison suspense/drama. We get lots of great moments as events chip away at Matt’s calm demeanour, revealing the troubled soul beneath. I was far more critical of this story-arc than Vince, though part of that many be because we’ve read three “is he or isn’t he” Daredevil story-arcs this month. Still, it was a great story, and while not mandatory reading, it certainly does get a strong recommendation. Lost of Magic Mirrors to complain about in What We’re Reading; though also some great comics like Gotham by Midnight and New Avengers. Enjoy. Discussion Devil in Cell Block D What We’re Reading Vince: New Avengers, All-New Ghost Rider, Skullkickers, Uncanny X-Men Roger: Amazing X-Men, Gotham by Midnight, Guardians of the Galaxy, Legendary Star-Lord, Nova, Wolverines New Releases Marvel: Amazing Spider-Man #17 Avengers #43 Avengers: Millennium #1 Avengers: Ultron Forever #1 Cyclops #12 Guardians of the Galaxy: Best Story Ever Guardians Team-Up #4 Iron Fist: The Living Weapon #11 Kanan: The Last Padawan #1 Rocket Raccoon #10 Spider-Gwen #3 DC: Batman Eternal #52 Convergence #0 Gotham Academy: Endgame Image: Dying & the Dead #2 Nailbiter #11 Southern Bastards #8 Tech Jacket #9 BOOM: UFOlogy #1 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 200: Another Century Older

200! Vince and I talked about what we would do for this episode, each of us coming up with different ideas. We settled on a little of both, and I decided to toss in an interview for good measure. What can I say, I wanted to give you folks something spectacular to listen to for this big episode. Jim Zub was quick to reply back to my request, and we booked a time for the interview. Vince and I planned to record the interview yesterday evening, then once Jim had had his fill of us pestering him with questions, we’d record the regular episode. Then by the magic of post-editing, I’d get it all produced into a nice episode for y’all. So we sat down, each with a drink in hand, and proceeded to record the best interview ever. Zub is such a fantastic guy, and he never once rushed us. He was kind, and easy to shoot the breeze with. I felt bad for keeping him for as long as we did, but he assured me that he was having fun. The interview ended after a couple hours (seriously) and we thanked Jim for his time and love of comics. Afterward, Vince said to me “well, I guess we’re done.” Because honestly, how could we possibly top that. We recorded a brief intro, and here is that episode now for you to enjoy. Once again, both Vince and I thank Jim for taking the time out to talk shop with us. We urge everyone to pick up his work, especially Samurai Jack. We need to keep that series running. I mean it! On a personal note, thanks to everyone who listens to the show. It’s a highlight of our week, and it’s always fun knowing that somewhere, someone is listening and whispering “those idiots have no clue what they’re talking about.” Enjoy. News 200th Episode Discussion Jim Zub Interview iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 176: Jonathan Larsen Interview

This week, we interview the writer of The Endling, Jonathan Larsen. It was a great chat, with lots of insight into what it takes to write a digital comic book. Please note, there are spoilers in this interview. Also, quite likely the most awesome “New Releases” segment ever. Enjoy. Discussion The Endling Interview Writer: Jonathan Larsen What We’re Reading Vince: X-Force, Amazing X-Men Roger: Skullkickers, Rocket Raccoon New Releases Surprise segment! iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 166: Rat Queens

This week, Vince and I cover a new series from Image which has impressed the hell out of us: Rat Queens. We had nothing but positive things to say about the first story arc, so make sure to let us know what you think of it. We also discussed Thrillbent’s new subscription service (which we also love) and the new Image Humble Bundle. Great episode. Make sure to check it out. News Thrillbent Humble Image Comics Bundle Discussion Rat Queens #1-5, “Sass and Sorcery” What We’re Reading Vince: Skullkickers, Guardians of the Galaxy Roger: Amazing X-Men New Releases Marvel: All-New X-Men #26 Amazing Spider-Man #1 Hulk #2 X-Force #4 Image: Chew #41 Southern Bastards #1 Image Firsts Dark Horse: Serenity: Leaves on the Wind #4 IDW: Dexter’s Laboratory #1 V-Wars #1 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 163: Out of Time

With the recent release of Captain America 2 (the movie), Vince thought it was the perfect time to tackle the origin of the Winter Soldier. While not a huge fan of Cap’s, I still do enjoy well-written stories which feature him, and this certain fit that bill. Vince also gave his thoughts on the movie. If you’d been on the fence about watching it, this should help you decide. And lastly, great stuff in our What We’re Reading segment, including several self-published comics. Enjoy. Referenced: Creepy Archie cover Discussion “Out of Time” Captain America (2005) #1-6 What We’re Reading Vince: Winter Soldier (movie), Skullkickers, Ultimate Spider-Man #200 Roger: Astronaut Dad, Bikini Cowboy New Releases Marvel: All-New Ghost Rider #2 All-New X-Men #25 Captain Marvel #2 Deadpool #27 Iron Fist: The Living Weapon #1 Nightcrawler #1 DC: Batman Eternal #1 Justice League 3000 #1 Superman/Wonder Woman #7 Image: East of West #11 Invincible #110 Shutter #1 IDW: Samurai Jack #7 iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 162: Future Justice Leagues Are Awesome

This week, Vince and I discuss our favorite Justice League series, which both coincidentally exist outside of the current “established” cannon. Both take place in the future, and maybe because of that, and because of the freedom that writing outside of the current cannon presents, both series are absolutely fantastic. Enjoy the episode. Discussion Justice League 3000 Justice League Beyond v2 What We’re Reading Vince: All-New Ghost Rider, Ms. Marvel, Secret Avengers Roger: Superior Spider-Man, Amazing X-Men, Skullkickers New Releases Marvel: Black Widow #5 Magneto #2 Moon Knight #2 Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #200 What If Age Of Ultron #1 (Of 5) DC: Aquaman And The Others #1 Earth 2 #22 Image: 68 Rule Of War #1 (Of 4) Field #1 (Of 4) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 143: Samurai Zub

This week, Vince and I are joined by Jim Zub once again. We’ve often spoken about our love of Skullkickers, however Zub is bringing something new out that we’re even more excited about: Samurai Jack. This was a fantastic interview, which we’re certain you’ll all enjoy. Keep listening to future episodes, because we should be getting our signed copies of Samurai Jack soon, and those bad boys’ll be given away to some lucky listeners. Enjoy. Discussion Jim Zubkavich interview What We’re Reading Vince: Powerpuff Girls Roger: Injustice, Savage Wolverine New Releases Marvel: Astonishing X-Men #68 Captain America #12 Infinity #4 Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #4 Thor: God of Thunder #14 Ultimate X-Men #32 Uncanny X-Force #12 Wolverine #10 X-Men #6 DC: Batgirl #24 Batman #24 Constantine #7 Forever Evil: Arkham War #1 Green Lantern Corps #24 Nightwing #24 Suicide Squad #24 Superman/Wonder Woman #1 Other: Pathfinder #9 (Dynamite) Red Sonja #4 (Dynamite) Ghostbusters #8 (IDW) Transformers: Robots in Disguise #21 (IDW) Bushido #2 (Image) Chew #37 (Image) Ghosted #4 (Image) Manhattan Projects #15 (Image) Three #1 (Image) Walking Dead #115 (Image) Archer and Armstrong #14 (Valiant) Eternal Warrior #2 (Valiant) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...

Episode 121: Handful of Number 1s

This week, Vince and I tackle a handful of number 1s, from Marvel, DC and Image. Overall, there was something to enjoy in each, whether just for one or both of us. Except Wolverine. We both agree there’s absolutely no need for yet another generic Wolverine title. Discussion Constantine #1 Wolverine #1 Guardians of the Galaxy #1 Five Ghosts: The Haunting of Fabian Gray #1 East of West #1 What We’re Reading Vince: Justice League Dark, Uncanny Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, Uncanny X-Men Roger: Five Weapons, Skullkickers, Wolvie and his Peeps New Releases Marvel: Age of Ultron #7 All-New X-Men #11 Hawkguy #10 Indestructible Hulk #7 Iron Man #9 Red She-Hulk #65 Superior Spider-Man #9 Thanos Rising #2 Ultimate X-Men #26 X-Factor #255 X-Men Legacy #10 DC: Animal Man #20 Detective Comics #20 Earth 2 #12 The Movement #1 Swamp Thing #20 Other: Hypernaturals #11 (BOOM!) Suicide Risk #1 47 Ronin #4 (Dark Horse) Invincible Universe #2 (Image) iTunes | RSS feed If you enjoy the show, please make certain to stop by iTunes and leave us a review!...