It’s time for a little family fun as Chase and Blake tackle the intricate world of Disney Comics! From their origins at Dell in the 1940s, up to today’s books from Gemstone and Slave Labor Graphics, the guys talk about the history of Disney in comics, some of their favorite stories, what they’re doing right, and what they could be doing better — and their findings just may surprise you. In the picks this week, Chase gives his props to The Walking Dead #44, while Blake has a big belly laugh with… World War Hulk: Aftersmash? We told you guys — this episode isn’t what you’d expect.
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Episode 46: Justice League of America
It’s time for our intrepid geeks to talk about the premiere superhero team of the DC Universe, the greatest team of all time, the Justice League of America! Blake, Chase and guest-geek Mike Bellamy delve into their favorite stories featuring every incarnation of the Justice League, they discuss the current comic book, and they shudder at the thought of the in-development Justice League movie. In the picks this week, Blake is all about the Justice Society of America #11, while Chase goes out a limb and talks about All Star Batman and Robin, the Boy Wonder #8.
Episode 45: World War Hulk
With Marvel’s big crossover for the summer finally over, Blake and Chase spend this week talking all things World War Hulk. From the Planet Hulk lead-in to the best and worst crossovers to the three spin-off books emerging from the ashes, the guys dissect the new life of the Jade (or… um… Crimson?) Giant! In this week’s picks, Blake digs the new creators of Supergirl and Chase finds a classic in the original Squadron Supreme!
Episode 44: Comic Book Turkeys
With their stomachs full and the urge to take a Thanksgiving nap, Blake and Chase sit down this week to dish on some of the all-time comic book turkeys — comics that were supposed to be the Next Big Thing and turned out to be the thing everyone wishes they could forget. Spider-Man: Chapter One; The Dark Knight Strikes Again; JLA: World War III and X-Men: The End have their badges of dishonor bestowed upon them. But not to end on a down note, the guys talk about some of the great comics out there that they’re thankful for: Booster Gold, PS 238, The Walking Dead and Jonah Hex, just to name a few!
Episode 43: The One Without Blake
Blake can’t make it to the mic this week, so Chase flies solo.
Episode 42: Tales From the Quarter Bin
It’s the Showcase Crew’s greatest challenge yet! Armed with only a dollar each, Blake and Chase delve into the comic geek’s manna from Heaven — a Quarter Bin! The guys review an eclectic mix of old-school comics, including Warlock, Power Pack, Supreme, Fade From Grace, Star Trek: The Early Voyages, Captain Confederacy, James Bond Jr. and Here Come the Big People! This week’s picks include Astonishing X-Men and the Heroes hardcover,
Episode 41: Captain America
Back to business as usual, the guys spend this week discussing the Star-Spangled Avenger, Captain America. They pick their favorite stories, discuss the current comics, complain about the new costume and place the over/under on Steve Rogers’ inevitable return. This week’s picks include the new title Proof and the classic Kirbyverse title Captain Glory.
Episode 40: Halloween Spooktacular
The 2 in 1 Showcase Halloween Spooktacular comes to a close as the guys discuss some of their all-time favorite Halloween comic books! The guys discuss spooky adventures with Superman, Captain America, Donald Duck and the gang at PVP, then delve into the Halloween specials and other creepy comics that came out in the past month, including Simon Dark, Franklin Richards: Monster Mash, Marvel Zombies 2 and many more! This week’s picks include the deliciously haunted Crawl Space: Xxxombies and the decidedly family-friendly Walt Disney Treasures: 75 Years of Innovation.
Episode 39: Monster Mash
The 2 in 1 Showcase Halloween Spooktacular continues! This week Chase and Blake talk about their favorite monsters and their favorite monster comics, from classics like Tomb of Dracula to modern hits like The Astounding Wolf-Man and everything in-between. Their picks this week include The Umbrella Academy and the Green Arrow/Black Canary Wedding Special, and there’s still time to share your thoughts on the Spooktacular and your own favorite Halloween comics.
Episode 38.5: The Worst Part
In this 2 in 1 Showcase bonus episode, special guest star Dr. Pus of the Library of the Living Dead podcast is good enough to share with us his wonderful dramatic reading of Blake‘s latest short story, the zombie tale “The Worst Part.”
The All New Showcase 