A re-mastered version of Episode 3, dedicated to the history of Thanos. If you're a newbie to the MCU and want to learn about the comic book history of its first big bad, this is the place.
I swear this is Thanos’ first appearance. Sadly, he did not get cover status originally.
This is closer to Avengers: Infinity War than…
Infinity War itself.
A lot of these people seem to be thinking “Ahh! We’re floating heads!” based on their expression.
Watching the DC League of Super-Pets movie inspired this look at the original members of the first super-animal team, the Legion of Super-Pets. After discussing each of their origins, we see what happened with each of them after Crisis wiped them out of history, and how they were brought back.
As mentioned at the end of the episode, writer Peter David could use help from his fans funding the recovery from a series of mini-strokes. If you can, please donate to his GoFundMe.
Why do I read Streaky’s “Gee” as being sarcastic? Perhaps because I know cats.
I would not be surprised if Flexi was just Plastic Man moonlighting.
Romance between Supergirl and Comet?
Well, it’s not unprecedented…
Remastered with improved audio! Where should one begin reading when they take their first foray into the Marvel Universe? That's the question asked today by listener Justin B., and Kurt offers a few different options with pros and cons for each.
Turning invisible still isn’t helping, Sue.
Crayons not included.
With great something, comes great something. If only I could remember the missing words.
This storyline gets referenced a lot in future episodes, so I stand by this as a potential starting point.
I’ve discussed a lot about American comics and cartoons, but what about from the other side of the world? Thanks to a question from Joel (listener and also guest on the Wandavision Deep Dives), I go into an overview of Manga, Anime, and what distinguishes them from their western counterparts.
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Just a few options out there available to you.
Some of the oldest anime imported to the U.S.
…and some of the newest (as of this recording).
A remastered version of the premiere episode with vastly improved audio! Learn the history of the various reboots of the DC Universe, both hard and soft. From Action Comics #1 in 1938 all the way to 2016's Rebirth, find out about the big continuity shake-ups that have changed the history of some of your favorite characters.
In the beginning…(again)
The Silver Age Starts in a Flash
Flash meets Flash
It’s called Crisis for a reason
These things never go well for The Flash
A major crossover with no Superman, Batman, or Wonder Woman?
High collars and low cut tops. Thanks, Jim Lee!
The oddest game of tag ever.
Having discussed Santa showing up in Marvel and DC the last couple of years around this time, we finally branch out of the Big 2 and start looking at some of Old Saint Nick’s appearances in other comic books. This year the focus falls on Savage Dragon, where Father Christmas is an important part of three issues. Warning: Not for younger listeners.
Dragons roasting on an open fire…(Actually, his origin story)
The cover does not lie, other than him wearing the outfit and the beard.
Sure, S.W.O.R.D. and S.H.I.E.L.D. make sense together. But, where did H.A.M.M.E.R. come from? S.T.R.I.K.E.? W.A.N.D.? And what the heck does U.L.T.I.M.A.T.U.M. stand for? This episode, we go through various groups in the Marvel Universe that use acronyms and go through some of their history.
Total Recall totally ripped the “gun in the x-ray” off!
SHIELD’s first Director after 40 years of Fury…Maria Hill.
Tony doing his best to get in on that sweet Bond action.
Norman Osborn was going through a bit of a “What if I was played by Tommy Lee Jones” phase.
Until they gave her the gauntlets, I had a hard time telling Daisy and Maria apart. How about you?
If by “markedly different,” you mean “treasonous,” then you’re spot on!
Abigail Brand, Director of SWORD. With her sometime boyfriend Beast behind her (to her right, our left).
One of our listeners just discovered the character of John Constantine, and wants to learn more about him before diving in on his own. So, we look at a bit of the history behind this DC/Vertigo staple, and answer some important questions, like “How do you pronounce Constantine?”
You say Tine, I say Teen. Let’s call the whole thing off…
One of my personal favorite renditions of the character, by artist Darick Robertson.
One live-action adaptation of the character…
…and another. One slightly more comic accurate than the other. At least they both got the drinking right.
He’s crazy, but he’s not that crazy…
More so than most episodes, you’ll want to be sure you’re familiar with all the DC Universe eras in order to fully understand what I’m talking about, so here’s my first episode where I go through them in detail, as a YouTube video.
The original…but not the one who’s replaced.
It happens a lot…
Wally in his various outfits, while Barry watches over.
The Flash of China, and now the multiversal Flash!
You can see why they refer to this version as “Dark Flash.”
John! You forgot the rule: Flashes before lasses!
Bart looks more and more like his grandpa every day.
Longtime horror fan (of both movies and comics) Michael Vee joins me in this Deep Dive of the Disney+ Special Presentation of “Werewolf By Night,” inspired by the comics and films on which my guest is quite knowledgable. Just in time for Halloween, take a listen after you’ve watched the show, because Spooky Spoilers Abound!
You probably should have planned ahead on this, Jack.
Yes, he’s Giant-Sized.
Wait, that’s Elsa Bloodstone? Well, not for long…
Yeah, that’s what she looks like usually (as opposed to her first appearance above).
Personal friend and long-time comic book retailer Carla Hoffman joined me for this episode, as I felt the need to read and respond to an email regarding words used in the final She-Hulk Deep Dive by myself and my guests. Carla helped clarify some terms and focus my thoughts on why I used the words I did, and whether or not that was the right thing to do.
I mention in this episode that “Incels” are a known hate group, according to the Southern Povery Law Center. Here is my source for that.
This is what I was referring to when I spoke of “cartoons about ‘tolerating the intolerant.’”
Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast and Kristin Scalisi both return to discuss the final episode of (this season of?) She-Hulk, and its themes, ideas, and of course, K.E.V.I.N. We also take tangents on “clip shows” and embarrassing bedroom posters.
There’s only one new character that I would show their comic book picture of this episode, and they don’t show up until the final scene, so I’ll leave that spoiler out.
Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast and Kristin Scalisi both return to discuss the latest episode of She-Hulk. Of course we talk Daredevil, but also the history of Leapfrog, the Sokovia Accords, and secret identities in general.
He actually makes a “Sproing!” sound when he jumps in the comics, thanks to those springs.
A modern rendering of Daredevil’s original suit, which as you can see, was the basis for this episode’s version.
Brooke Heyn and Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast both return to Dive Deep into the latest episode of She-Hulk. In addition to learning a lot about Jen’s dating life, you also get to hear some of the personal history of the podcasters themselves, as various moments from the show bring up memories.
Hello! My name is El Aguila. Prepare…to cry.
Man-Bull has ranged from the mannish side of things…
to quite Bullish. Do you have a preference?
Porcupine as he appeared on the cover of his first appearance. As I said in the show, you couldn’t get much more accurate than this.
So, was Saracen supposed to be this guy?
or this one? (Believe it or not, I think they meant to reference the latter)
Kristin Scalisi returns to join me and Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast to Dive Deep into the latest episode of She-Hulk. There’s a whole lot of wedding talk, and we learn (and reiterate) two very important lessons. Find out what they are by listening to this week’s Welcome to Geektown!
Mr. Immortal is the blond in the middle. As you can see, he’s been changed slightly for the show…
One potential Leader of The Intelligencia. In his original comic book look…
and the later “Jiffy Pop head” appearance.
It’s just me and Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast this time to Dive Deep into the latest episode of She-Hulk, in which Titania finally returns, as she and Jen fight (in the legal sense) over the name “She-Hulk.” In addition, we get the MCU’s equivalent of Edna Mode, and a tease for a certain blind lawyer. We break it all down for you in this episode!
How does this non-superhero book from Marvel tie in to this week’s episode of She-Hulk? Take a listen and find out!
As Brooke was unavailable this week, Kristin Scalisi joined me and Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast to Dive Deep into the latest episode of She-Hulk. Wong returns, along with our new favorite, Madisynn (thankfully, she spells it out for us, so I know I got that right), and their antics inspire us to discuss the copyright of magic, various premium TV shows, and yak milk.
Two of the new characters introduced this episode. Donny Blaze and Madisynn. And I do mean new. They have never appeared in Marvel Comics, but is one a relation to a famous hero? Maybe…
Brooke Heyn and Andy Wilson, both from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast return again for a look at the She-Hulk show. We’re finally past all the set up, and we have what feels like what should be a “typical episode,” if such a beast exists. We break down the show, as each of us ends up revealing our own personal trauma brought up by specific moments in this sitcom.
Mallory Book enters the show, albeit briefly.
As do the Wrecking Crew, albeit embarrassingly.
Continuing the Deep Dive into the She-Hulk show, I get a much needed female perspective in the form of Brooke Heyn along with the returning Andy Wilson, both from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast. In addition to breaking down the show, we veer into other subjects both serious and frivolous, including issues of mental control and consent to comics as case law.
As I noted, pretty darn close to the show, with one key reversal.
Pug. If you don’t love him already, I’m sure you will soon.
But only Marvel Comics…Sorry DC.
As should be obvious by now, I love the character of She-Hulk, so I’m going to be diving into her “fun lawyer show” on Disney+, along with guest Andy Wilson from the Kiss Your Franchise Goodbye podcast. In this first episode, we get Jen’s super heroic origin story, and we learn more about Captain America than we may have wanted…