Going along with my weekly comics and geek culture blog, a new podcast to talk about all things comics industry, from a female perspective. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Check in Mondays for Comic Book Culture and News, comics in other media and pop culture news, and New Comic Release Discussions from that week! If it has to do with comic books, I’ll cover it here. Special Edition Podcast Episodes are uploaded at least monthly, covering comics history, character backgrounds, MCU and DCEU discussions, and whatever else strikes mine and the audiences fancies. Topics discussed tend to include ideals of social justice, representation in all media, and queer topics, so don’t be surprised! This podcast comes from a progressive queer woman’s perspective. Language is clean unless I get too excited. Come get ”sweaty” about nerdy stuff with me!
Episodes
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Good day to you listeners! It's the super-sized Eternals movie review podcast! But first, we have to go over the weekly comic book pull list real quick (at 0:08:44), then onto the good stuff!
The Eternals discussion begins at 0:27:22 with that opening titles crawl, explaining the six singularities, the dawn of creation, and then Arishem and the Celestials both in the comics and as they are set up in the movie.
Ego, the Living Planet, and his connections to the Celestials are brought into the discussion at 0:35:00, before starting the basic plot overview at 0:38:01. This section includes the most basic of plot explanations, tied up with all kinds of comics history, Easter eggs, MCU translations, some theories, and more, all the way to the ending.
With the plot covered, it's on to the major and minor changes made from the comics to the MCU at 0:52:03, including retro and modern Eternals history.
Then I have an in-depth look at each of the MCU versions of these Characters at 0:55:43, covering all ten Eternals and Dane Whitman, and comparing them to their comic counterparts.
Finally, noteworthy moments in the movie are at 01:07:10, followed by my favorite bits of humor at 1:14:03. After a brief discussion of the movie's sometimes surprising music at 1:18:51, the episode wraps up with what to expect next for the MCU, spinning out of the events of this movie at 01:21:13.
Whew, I think that was it! Let me know what you thought of the movie and give me some feedback on what worked or not in my discussion!
I'll be back next for episode 41B on Friday (or Saturday) November 12/13, discussing the week's comic book pick list, possibly all that DCTV I'm behind on, more than likely more thoughts on Eternals, and anything relevant that hits the news! Have a great week, stay sweaty, and do good.
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Happy Friday all, and happy Eternals weekend!
Today's "B" Episode starts with the News, per usual, announcing the Naomi premier date at 0:08:36 before moving into Image Comics' announcement of no second printings in 2021; Image's workforce establishing a union of comic workers at 0:16:36; a variety of MCU rumors at 0:26:41 including Quantomania, She-Hulk, Wakanda Forever, Moon Knight, and the character of Nova; news on the Werewolf by Night Halloween 2022 Disney+ Special; and some discussion on Phastos and Ben, the first same-sex couple of the MCU, and the portrayal of queer characters in media.
Then it's the weekly Pick List (0:42:00), talking Dark Knights of Steel #1, The Human Target #1, The Me You Love In The Dark #4, Dirtbag Rapture #2, and the horrifyingly good Batman: Reptilian #5.
As promised, I go through a Morbius trailer breakdown (0:59:06), talking comics history, trailer Easter eggs, the cast and characters, and potential future connections with the MCU!
Finally, I end the episode with the Eternals Pre-Cast (1:06:39), talking characters, roles, theories, post-credit scene rumors, thoughts before gong in, and more. I'm seeing it tonight, so we'll talk about it on the next episode!
I'll be back Monday, Nov. 8th for another episode covering the weekly comic pull list, the Eternals movie, shows catch-up, and more! Have a good weekend, stay sweaty, and stay safe.
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Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
It's Monday, so here's an "A" episode! It's a big'un!
We kick off by discussing Creator rights and payment when a project is picked up for film or TV from the "Big 2" before getting into...
The News @ 0:13:17, starting off with an overview of what premiering media (TV and Movies) we'll be discussing this month on the podcast, totaling seven different projects across the MCU, DCEU, Star Wars, and other geeky pop-culture topics; before going into....
Ms Marvel @ 0:17:03 discussing drama and curiosity over an initial promo poster and a leaked behind-the-scenes pic;
Spiderman: No Way Home @ 0:22:32, we have not only official images, but a plethora of leaked behind-the-scenes pics, and a rumor about Ned Leeds--where I cover his comic history, too;
Batgirl @ 0:33:13, with the news Brendan Fraser has reportedly been cast as Firefly. Discussion includes character comic history and various theories;
Ant-Man and the Wasp @ 0:38:04 talking the somewhat hilarious Quantumania title leak, what it could indicate, and news and theories on a surprise guest star/cameo;
Book of Boba Fett @ 0:41:12, doing a total trailer breakdown, celebrating the lead actors, and being generally excited;
Val-Zod HBOMax @ 0:57:34 covering the news of the new writers on this Michael B. Jordan project, as well as the comic history of the character himself;
Then a reminder @ 1:03:16 of the Morbius Trailer coming out tomorrow (and why I'm...hesitant...), which I'll cover on the next episode alongside the comic history of Morbius, and what extremely theoretical connections Leto's version could have with the MCU/D+ shows.
Then we get into Last Week In Comics @ 1:5:15 for comics out Oct. 27th, mostly talking about Hickman's Inferno #2;
This week's New Comic Pull List @ 1:18:17, with a bunch of #1's and a spoiler recap of Batman: Reptilian's wild events;
and finally, Young Justice season 4 @ 1:29:20, recapping episodes 1-4, which encompasses the first arc of this season. The next episodes surround Artemis and Cheshire!
I'll be back for a "B" episode this Friday, the fifth of November, talking the weekly comics pick list, Doom Patrol on HBO Max, the Morbius trailer breakdown, and anything relevant in the news! Keep warm, happy November!
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Okay, I know it's super late, but better late than never!
NEWS @ 0:10:49, covering the new CowBoy Bebop teaser, the CG colorist who was fired from Superman (0:12:29), World War Hulk movie rumors once again (0:19:51), Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin for the Ahsoka show (0:24:10), my thoughts on Aquaman: King of Atlantis (28:50), and spoiler sections on Captain Krakoa potentially taking over leading the X-Men (0:30:05), and the news of Eros's apparent arrival in Eternals, and who's playing him. That last discussion includes summary of Eros's character, AKA Starfox (0:35:41)!
Comic Picks @ 0:40:56, including mild frustration with Bat/Cat #8, absolute satisfaction with Nubia and the Amazons #1, and a long discussion of Clea's role in Death of Doctor Strange #2, among other comic discussions.
Marvel Comics in January 2022 @ 1:04:03, including She-Hulk v.4 #1 and a history of her character, New Mutants #25 which heralds Illyana as the new Sorcerer Supreme and teases a battle with the Goblin Queen for rulership of Limbo, a new Silk series, the finale of Last of the Marvels, and so much more!
Titans Season 3 Finale @ 1:32:47, talking "Purple Rain" and season 4 speculation!
I'll be back by tomorrow night, Tuesday the 26th, for episode 39A! We'll go over this week's comic book pull list, more MCU rumors and news, the first episodes of Young Justice S.3, Doom Patrol, and more! Till then, stay safe, and stay sweaty!
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Get ready for a packed Monday episode!
NEWS @ 0:09:40, covering a few announcements, most of them exciting!
NCBW (New Comic Book Week) Pull List @ 0:18:19, including spotlights on Cliff Chiang's Catwoman: Lonely City #1, the history of the lead in Nubia and the Amazons #1, Maya Lopez in Phoenix Song: Echo #1, and my constant admiration for Maria Llovet with Porcelain #3. Plus- discussions on six other new comics this week!
Forgotten Picks (from releases 10/12-13) @ 0:42:56, covering the Strange Adventures finale, Bloodwing's identity in VampiVerse #2, the greatest comic creative team to ever create, and Grant Morrison's final career issue at DC Comics!
DC Fandome Recap @ 0:52:54, covering IN DEPTH on The Batman, The Flash, and Black Adam movies, plus further information on Shazam: Fury of the Gods, Aquaman: the Lost Kingdom, the Batgirl, Blue Beetle, and Superpets projects, several animated movies, and, briefly, the Sandman and Namoi show adaptations.
Doom Patrol S.3 E.6 @ 0:28:18, talking "1917 Patrol"
I'll be back with another big episode this Friday, Oct. 22nd for 38B, which will feature the NCBW Pick list, Titans S.3 Finale, Young Justice S.4 Ep.1-2, #PoisonIvyWatch, hopefully Marvel in January 2022, and some info on the upcoming Trial of the Amazons event at DC Comics. Eternals will be the next MCU project discussed, after it's premier in the first week of November, followed by the Hawkeye show on Disney+ in about 5 weeks.
Stay Sweaty!
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Happy Friday, wherever you are!
NEWS @ 0:11:24, including features on Aquaman: King of Atlantis on HBO Max, Masters of the Universe: Revelation part 2, the Spider-Man 3 Skittles Spoiler ad, American Born Chinese being made into a Disney+ show, and thoughts on Jon Kent, today's new Eternals movie clip, apparent Blade movie and Doom Patrol show updates, and a reminder, plus some theories, on tomorrow's DC Fandome event!
Comic Book Pick List @ 0:37:22, talking Batman: Imposter #1, X-Men #4's flaws, ET-ER, Colossus' doom, and whether or not you need to read Eternals forever.
Titans S.03 Ep.12 @ 0:52:52, going over the penultimate episode of the season, "Prodigal Son." What are your theories for the finale?
And finally, DC Comics January 2022 Solicitations @ 1:04:28, going over a few very noteworthy changes and addition to the DC lineup!
I'll be back Monday, October 18th for episode 38A, talking the weekly comic pull list, this week's episode of Doom Patrol, Marvel Comics' January 2022 solicitations, and a DC Fandome event recap! Find a way to explore self-care this weekend, don't be nosy, and as always, be sweaty!
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Welcome to 37A! We have a LOT of news this week, some comic book one-shots and series beginnings as well as endings, and the latest episode of Doom Patrol! NEWS @ 0:11:06, starting with three MCU project rumors, all coming from the same source, so take that how you will, but I talk all the comic relevancy and the biggest theories, as well as my own! ETERNALS final trailers & featurette @ 0:25:50, going over the 10 characters as we’ll see them in the movie and my own theories! SAGA is returning! @ 0:32:10, January can't come fast enough! Guardians of the Galaxy Christmas Special Rumors @ 0:36:37, what's your guess? Adam Warlock Casting (GOTG v.3) @ 0:40:00 with my thoughts as well as the general reaction from Twitter. Jon Kent Comes Out! @ 0:43:21 I'd like to direct you to episode 29B to hear a fantastic short essay by Nerdist writer Eric Diaz on Tim Drake's own coming out, which was so fantastically eloquent that I feel like it's still relevant enough to link again, now. You can find the article here, too. House of the Dragon trailer @ 0:47:42, which I've been putting off for reasons I think we all understand. NCBD Pull List 0:51:55, featuring the Eternals prelude to the movie, a new Batman Black Label mini, Grant Morrison's last work for DC comics, the Strange Adventures finale, and more! Doom Patrol S.3 Ep.5 1:06:17, talking DaDa Patrol! Admittedly briefly. I'll be back this coming Friday (but maybe Saturday, I'll warn you now), talking comic book Picks, Titans ep. 12, possibly Doom Patrol ep. 6, and whatever else happens between now and then! Website/Blog: www.sensationalshegeek.weebly.com Apple Podcasts Podbean Spotify Instagram: @annawiththecomics Twitter: @savageshegeek YouTube: Sensational She-Geek Patreon Program: patron.com/sensationalshegeek
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
NEWS 04:26 talking about the Agatha rumors and Hollywood's coming strike.
Comic Pick List 12:48 discussing a number of excellent books from this weeks releases!
What If...? FINALE (ep.9) 29:08 where we go over all the important episode information, plus what to expect next from the Marvel Universe TV and Movies!
and Titans Ep. 11 38:14, where things are starting to pick up pace!
I'll be back this coming Monday, Oct. 11th, with an episode discussing the next week's comic book pull list, Doom Patrol episode 5, and all the rest!
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
NEWS 0:07:38 talking all the MCU Rumors, including the various Netflix characters' returns, through Hawkeye, No Way Home, Multiverse of Madness, and beyond!
NCBD Pull List 0:24:40 discussing the creators you'll see on the Wonder Woman 80th Anniversary special, the happenings of New Mutants, and more!
Thor #17 0:47:02, a discussion I had planned for the previous episode, but skipped and forgot to return to.
Doom Patrol Ep. 4 0:50:50 going over "Undead Patrol!"
I'll be back this Friday, October 8th, for a B episode discussing the weekly pick list, Wednesday's What If...? episode on Disney+, and Thursday's Titans episode on HBO Max!
Friday Oct 01, 2021
Friday Oct 01, 2021
A bit of a shorter episode today, but still full of all kinds of information!
News @ 0:04:46 with Venom: Let There Be Carnage mega-spoilers!
Comic Book Picks @ 0:18:00 where I completely miss the Thor section I had prepared...and don't miss my Inferno prep episode, filling you in on (most) the information you need to follow Hickman's apparent final event at Marvel, and all the X-Men history you could want.
What If...? episode 8 @ 0:32:11 discussing What If Ultron Won and end-of-season theories, and finally--
Titans S.3 episode 10 @ 0:37:22 where I go gaga over Blackfire and Barbara Gordon, again.
I'll be back for a regularly scheduled episode this Monday, October 4th, talking NCBD Pull List, Doom Patrol episode 4, and whatever else hits the news or rumor mills between now and then!
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
To me, my nerds!
There are two very accurate things about me. 1) I love Madelyne Pryor (the Goblin Queen) in the original Inferno event (1988). 2) I love Johnathon Hickman's comics. So when it was announced that Hickman was taking over the X-Men universe and revamping the Inferno event for a modern audience, it was obvious I'd be all over it.
Here, I have compiled a special edition podcast to prep audiences for what's coming in Inferno (2021)! I even included a coinciding blog post that features images I reference during the podcast, so make sure to click the link below to follow along:
Here's what I'm covering in this Inferno discussion:
The original Inferno event basic overview, 1988 @ 0:15:07
The character of Madelyne Pryor, Goblin Queen @ 27:08
How this modern take links with the OG Inferno @ 0:43:48
A brief mention of Inferno (2015) (didn't get the timestamp sorry lol)
Modern Inferno prep, HoX/PoX crash course @ 0:48:52
How Destiny and Mystique fit into this @ 0:57:06
The question of clones on Krakoa @ 1:02:02
And finally, the other players @ 1:05:33
I think that covers it all! If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or theories you'd like to discuss, let me know! Interact with the podcast in whatever way you can, or find me on social media! Otherwise, I'll b back for our regularly scheduled Friday "B" Episode on October 1st, talking NCBD, What If...? and Titans! Do your best, be empathetic, and sweat it out, my friends.
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Bit of a shorter episode today as I'm making time for a special edition podcast!
Pull list @ 0:09:39 Covering a number of #1's as well as some final issues!
Star Wars Visions @ 0:28:38 Talking George Lucas' inspiration from Akira Kurosawa's films and other Japanese inspirations for his Star Wars universe. Also some brief discussion of the first few episodes, because this stuff is crazy good and you should go watch it!
Doom Patrol S.3 part 1 @ 0:39:05 The first 3 episodes are up on HBO Max, and I had a blast watching them and trying to catch all the Easter eggs! I'm sure I didn't catch it all, but I discuss everything here.
I'll be back (aside from the special edition Inferno prep podcast!) this Friday, October 1st, for 35B! I'll be talking comic picks, along with the new episodes of What If...? and Titans! Have a stellar sweaty week!
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Pull List @ 0:16:40
Marvel Comics December @ 0:42:22
DC Comics December @ 1:04:00
Good Monday, and Happy Autumn! This week's "A" episode kicks off with one big bit of news, focusing on the trailer for Hit-Monkey, coming to Hulu in November! I go through the comics facts about all the relevant players in this discussion.
After the regular weekly comic book pull list, I'm able to discuss both Marvel and DC comics announced for December release! While I'm not going through every solicitation of the month, I've picked out a few from either publisher that seemed interesting or worth mentioning. While the Marvel discussion is longer, there's more variety in what I'm excited for at DC!
I'll be back this coming Friday, September 24th with another episode focusing on the the week's comic book Picks, the Wednesday episode 7 of What If...? on Disney+, and the Thursday episode of Titans on HBO Max!
Have a peaceful equinox, find balance in your life as the days and nights become equal in length, and find time to get sweaty about your hobbies.
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Greetings! Today's Friday podcast episode 33B starts off with some pretty brief news, namely surrounding two live-action television productions that only recently got announced. After that is the regular comic book pick list, focusing on things I thought were interesting or relevant for mentioning out of this week's new comic releases. Stars this week included Eternals: Thanos Rises, Trial of Magneto #2, Superman and the Authority #3, Porcelain #2, Maw #1, and more!
The it's the TV of the week, including Wednesday's episode 6 of What If...? premiering on Disney+, and Thursday's episode of Titans on HBO Max. Both had a lot of really fun developments and comic references that I was thrilled to discuss!
I'll be back for another episode Monday, September 20th, talking new comic book day pulls as well as December comic book news for Marvel and DC! Have a cool weekend, stay groovy, stay healthy, and always be sweaty.
Pick List: 0:14:24
Titans ep.8: 1:01:46
What If...? ep.6: 1:14:45
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Man, time is just flying by! Today's Monday episode comes later than I expected, but still here! You can see from the time-stamps below that we're going over some MCU Speculation, the comic book Pick List from last week, the new episodes of What If...? and Titans, the trailers for Hawkeye and Doom Patrol, and the comic pick list for this week!
What If...?, Titans, and the trailers discussions includes a great deal of comic talk, referring to the source material as we work out way through the topic.
MCU speculation leads to a brief Young Avengers MCU talk!
And the comics...well, there's always something to say about new comics, and I'm always excited for it.
I'll be back this Friday, September 17th with an episode covering this week's Picks, the new episodes of What If...? and Titans, and anything le that hits the news! Fall is coming, so soak up the last rays of late evening sun, be grateful for the growth you've had over this year, and enjoy your nerdy properties.
MCU Speculation 1st!
Comic Book Picks @ 18:53
What If...? episode 5 @ 39:15
Titans S.3E.7 @ 51:40
Hawkeye Trailer @ 1:00:40
Doom Patrol s.3 Trailer @ 1:10:46
Comic Pull List 1:14:31
Monday Sep 06, 2021
Monday Sep 06, 2021
DC Fandome @ 1hr.14min
Marvel Comics announcements @ 1:18:23
Titans S.3 Ep.6 @ 1:24:19
What If...? Ep. 4 @ 1:35:49
Spoiler Free SHang-Chi Review @ 1:45:15
Whew, what a Monday! Today's ultra-packed episode covers a ton of material, starting with the past week's comic Pick list, my favorites of which were New Mutants and the Harley Quinn Annual!
DC and Marvel each had big announcements this week, with DC confirming their second annual DC Fandome online event, and Marvel releasing a loose schedule of upcoming titles for their comics slate. After those discussion, I'm covering Titans season 3 episode 6, as well as What If...? episode 4, titled, "What If...Doctor Strange Lost his Heart Instead of His Hands?" There was a lot to love in this dark retelling!
Finally, this episode wraps up with a spoiler-free review of Shang-Chi, out in theaters now! After seeing it myself, I encourage you all even more to go support it if you are safely able, because I had a blast, and I'm sure you would, too.
I'll be back for another episode this coming Friday, September 10th, covering the comic book Pick list for this week, a complete, spoiler Shang-Chi review, a breakdown of the Doom Patrol season 3 trailer, and more! Have a great week, and remember representation matters in all media.
Friday Sep 03, 2021
Friday Sep 03, 2021
Hello listeners! This is just a brief update on the podcast, announcing that this week’s expected Friday 32B episode will be uploaded Monday, September 6th, before the Monday episode 33A is also uploaded. Two in a day! Why? I work my real life job all weekend, which won’t be happening again, so I’m taking care of weekend things today, and this won’t be a regular occurrence!
Sneak peak for the Monday 32B: comic book picks, discussion of Thursday’s Titans episode 6 and Wednesday's What If…? episode 4, info on the 2021 DC Fandome event and Marvel’s big comic news, as well as the trailer for Doom Patrol season 3 and a No-Spoiler review of Shang-Chi, out today!
Monday’s episode 33A will include a full spoiler review of the film, which I’m seeing tonight, alongside the regular A episode business.
Until Monday, have a stellar weekend, see Shang Chi if you are safely and financially able to, avoid judgement, and sweat it out!
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Good Monday! It's been a quiet weekend so I changed things up a touch with the podcast format, starting off with the news and rumors segment! The news this week brings us the official announcement of a Black Canary movie on HBO Max starring Journee Smollet, the casting of Poison Ivy for Batwoman, and rumors of Multiverse of Madness and the Flash movie!
Then it's off to the comic pull list, where I am happy to be able to spotlight a off number of comics with excellent character and/or creator representation! That list includes two Mirka Andolfo projects, Joelle Jones' Wonder Girl, Peach Momoko's Demon Days reimagining of the Marvel Universe, and more! It's a wonderful week for positive representation.
Finally, the last thing I talk about on this episode are the November Marvel and DC comics solicitations. Marvel's list includes a number of one-shots and mini series', while DC's is a whole lot of bat-family goodness! There's so much to look forward to at the end of the year, and always more being added on!
I'll be back this Friday, September 3rd for the weekly B episode, covering the comic book Pick list, What If...? Episode 4, Titans episode 6, and anything else relevant for discussion! Have a chill week, stay positive, and sweat it out about comics!
Friday Aug 27, 2021
Friday Aug 27, 2021
Happy Friday! We've got a slightly shorter "B" episode this week, starting off by covering the comic book pick list! This week's list includes Barbaric #3, Marvel's Voices: Identity #1, which celebrates Asian superheroes and creators, and Batman: Reptilian #3, among others.
The two shows I'm discussing on this episode are Marvel's What If...? episode three and Titans on HBO Max episode five! Both give a great deal to talk about and theorize over!
I'll be back on Monday, August 30th for our last episode of the month, featuring the comics Pull List the news, and more!
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
It's Tuesday, again! I took a gamble on the rumors being true about a Spider-Man trailer and waited off on the podcast till today--my gamble was correct! Last night debut the first teaser trailer for Jon Watts' No Way Home, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya! And in this podcast, I go over it all. From comics inspiration to potential plotlines, character cameos to barely-there clip flashes, I dissect the hell out of this bid deal trailer.
There's comics talk, too, of course, covering everything on my personal pull list for the week, including the delightful Cinnamon, Extreme Carnage: Riot, Marvel's Voices: Identity (celebrating Asian characters and creators), Stephanie Phillips' Harley Quinn, and more! I always have new comics to talk about, and they take up the first half (or so) of this episode.
I'll be back on Friday, August 27th for Episode 31B, covering the comic book pick list of things I found worthy of discussion, but also Marvel's What If...? episode 3 on Disney+ and Titans episode 5 on HBO Max! (Make sure to check out the links below, some are new!)
Friday Aug 20, 2021
Friday Aug 20, 2021
Hello world! I'm recording this week's "B" episode early on Thursday, but I still have a exciting, long episode for you all! After a brief bit of smaller news stories (including how the premier of Riri Williams' Ironheart will be in Wakanda Forever!), we go directly into the weekly comic book pick list. It was an enormous week of comics to discuss, but my favorites were easily the Trial of Magneto #1, Superman and the Authority #2, and Killer Queens #1! For an explanation on Tom King's Bat/Cat relationship as it's been laid out so far, and for how to understand the events of Batman/Catwoman, see episode 20A!
After the comics are the shows, which this week means What If...? episode 2 on Disney+ and Titans season 3 episode 4 on HBO Max! The former held an episode titled "What if T'challa became Starlord?" and offered a ton of delightful alternatives to the Guardians of the Galaxy and various Avengers casts, while the former introduced a fan favorite villain in an episode named after her: Blackfire. Being enamored with her portrayal in the show so far, I did some research on Komand'r's comic origin and history to compare to her show version as we see it play out, all of which is discussed here.
The two trailers that came out this week were for Star Wars Visions, an anthology anime series of 9 episodes created by seven top-tier Japanese animation studios, and the second was for Eternals, in which we got the first bit of plot details for the upcoming MCU film. I'm desperately excited about both projects, and have all the information available for them discussed in the episode.
Finally, and importantly, I'm talking this week about Substack. If you're a comics fan, odds are you've heard this company name floating around your circles of late, and there's several valid reasons why. In this discussion, I cover the topics of: What is going on with Substack? What creators have signed on? What is the creator draw to Substack? Is this sustainable? How will this impact the comics industry as a whole? And, what are the criticisms? I hope I answer any questions or concerns you may have over this topic, but I'd also like to know the opinions on Substack and what they're doing right now, from other comics readers, specifically. Are you planning on subscribing? Will it replace your traditional pull list? Do YOU think it will last, or will drastically change the industry? Let me know your thoughts!
I'll be back for episode 31A on Monday, August 23rd, discussing the coming comic book pull list for the week, possibly the finale of Superman and Lois, and whatever hits the news between now and then. Till then, party responsibly, live with empathy, and get sweaty about what you love.
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Hello Monday! This week's "A" episode starts as normal, with the weekly comic book pull list! This week's incoming comics include a good deal of indie #1's some final issues, and three different Tom King titles! For an explanation on King's Bat/Cat romance as we've seen it play out so far, see episode 20A!
The big TV event of the past few days was the finale episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 1. I loved the whole thing, which was full of tension, passion, and emotion! All of which are discussed in depth, as well as theories for the next season and where characters will go from here.
Finally, in the news, I discuss some theories I have for Titans season 3, the announcement of the Wonder Woman Evolution series, Nichelle Nichols' (see: Star Trek's Lt. Uhura) conservatorship situation, and the coming episode of What If...?, which will be sure to tug on all of our heartstrings just a bit. And don't forget, Shang Chi tickets are now on sale!
I'll be back this Friday, August 20th with an episode that will include the weekly comic book Pick list, discussion of Titans episode 4 and What If...? episode 2, possibly as well as the episodes of Superman and Lois I've missed, but no promises on that one. In the meantime, have an excellent week, and stay sweaty!
Friday Aug 13, 2021
Friday Aug 13, 2021
Bwah-buh-buh-Bwaaahhh (air horn noises) It's another extra-sized podcast episode on this lucky Friday the 13th!
This week had SO much to talk about, I didn't want to leave anything out! We start the episode as usual with the comic book pick list, discussing titles like Mamo, Daredevil, Captain Marvel, and Fantastic Four: Life Story! After the pick list is a special segment on Free Comic Book Day 2021, which takes pace this Saturday, August 14th at your local comic book stores! Pop in during their event hours for a selection of FREE comics, which I highlight my personal upcoming favorites from here!
After comics chat is the shows! We have three shows to discuss this week, starting with the premier of What If...? on Disney+. The premier episode was "What if...Peggy Carter was the first Avenger?" And boy, did it ROCK! I discuss all the relevant information about the episode relating to comic history, of course! After What If...? is Titans, season 3! The first 3 episodes were dropped on HBO Max yesterday, and they. were. epic! From a Death in the Family to the Killing Joke to every Easter egg I could find, it's a long, excitable discussion of this first releases from Titans season 3! Finally, I briefly discuss Taika Waititi's Reservation Dogs, another amazing show that premiered recently, which I cannot recommend enough to fans of Waititi's humor and storytelling style. Available to binge the first two episodes on Hulu!
Once we get past the TV talk, onto the news! This week's news includes the casts of Netflix's Wednesday, which will follow Wednesday Addams and her parents, as well as Netflix's live-action Avatar remake. While I'm hesitant about the latter for obvious reasons, the showrunners of this new Avatar seem to have a solid grasp of where they're going with the show and it's characters.
The last bit of news I wanted to share today involved Tim Drake officially becoming a member of the LGBTQ+ community at DC comics. I found a truly stellar article from Nerdist writer Eric Diaz on why this is an important development, both historically and in modern comics history. You can find the article here, or listen to me read it for you during this episode, because Diaz hit exactly the points I had in mind-- and so eloquently. Major Kudos.
The episode wraps up with a brief statement on how Disney's Jungle Cruise is so much like a remake of The Mummy (1999). Trust me, I'll walk you through this one! It'll be fun, I promise.
I'll be back this coming Monday, August 16th for another "A" episode, following the new comic book pulls for the week, the finale of Star Wars: the Bad Batch (which premiers tonight on Disney+), and any other industry news or speculation that breaks between now and then! Have a great weekend, stay hydrated, don't be a Karen, and do be sweaty!
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
This week's "A" Episode is appearing on Tuesday due to technical difficulties, of sorts. We kick things off this week with the usual weekly comic book pull list, including I am Batman #0, Mamo #2, Captain Marvel, Daredevil, and more!
After that is the discussion of James Gunn's The Suicide Squad! Spoilers and mild disappointment abound. What? Disappointment?? Yep. I try to explain as clearly as I can why I only watched the movie once over the weekend. However, my discussion also includes summaries of each character's comic iteration compared with the movie version!
After that is a talk exploring episode 5 of the Bad Batch, which has its series finale this Friday. "Return to Kamino" held a number of key reveals, some curious teases, and a cliffhanger ending!
Finally, I clap back at some commenter who argued She-Hulk MUST be tortured to leave the Avengers, and how that IS bad writing. If I can come up with a more compelling story than the professional writer, maybe things aren't going too well.
I'll be back this coming Friday, August 13th with episode 29B, which will focus on the comic book pick list, the initial episode of What If...? on Disney+, and potentially the season premier of Titans season 3! Till then, stay hydrated, stay healthy, and stay sweaty.