Best Hypnotic Comic Podcasts (2024)

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Mark Waid's Irredeemable and the PTO 1:01:43

8h ago1:01:43

1:01:43

In this episode Andy and Mike talk artist brackets, being volunteered by the steel hand of the PTO and what we have been reading in comics lately! Lots of laughs. Tell a friend and let us know you are listening! Oh and we talk about Mark Waid’s Irredeemable! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com Emai…

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Marvel Multiverse RPG Episode One- With An Iron Fist 54:27

19d ago54:27

54:27

In this episode Mike and Andy do a little roleplaying. We try our hand at playing the new Marvel Multiverse RPG Game. Listen as we learn a little about the rules and navigate Danny Rand, aka the Iron Fist as he encounters the start of a plot against the Avengers. Let us know what you think. Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilove…

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Best Artist Bracket Ever Winners - Part Two 1:09:22

24d ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Andy and Mike talk about the last group of Comic Artists in the BABE round one! 112 artists down to 56! Who will win? Will it be one of your favorites? Find out in this episode! Spread the word and join in the discussion! Thanks again to the judges! On to round two! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.…

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Best Artist Bracket Ever Winners - Part One 41:02

1M ago41:02

41:02

In this episode Andy and Mike go through the first half of round one and tell you who the judges picked as winners! 112 comic artists go in and half come out and make it to the next round. Find out if your artist won, who they faced, and who they might face next!! My apologies to Jamie From J Hood Comics. I had some of his recordings set into the e…

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Dreams of Comic Greatness -Breaking into the Comic Industry Part One 1:23:46

2M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

In this episode, Mike visits a comic shop. Andy talks about his leg shaking, and Mike wishes he had more tuna. Oh, and we talk about some of our adventures trying to make it in the comic industry in the 90's. Fun stuff (and embarrassing). Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com Email us at Andthisiswhy…

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Best Artists Brackets Ever! (BABE) - The Judges 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

A short and sweet episode that simply introduces the judges in the upcoming Best Artist Brackets. 112 comic artists go against each other in a random draw. Who will come out on top? Nine judges will decide. Let's meet them. Join us on the TikTok for live updates and round one will begin in the next episode! Links: Mattlargesculpture.com Nicholasmye…

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John Byrne's Fantastic Four Overrated? 1:20:35

2M ago1:20:35

1:20:35

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about 5 issues of John Byrne's famous run of the Fantastic Four by Marvel comics. Famously known for being one of the best runs in FF, John Byrne made a name for himself doing Uncanny X-Men and the Fantastic Four. Andy has mixed feelings about the Fan 4 and wonders if this is any good. Mike knows it is good but o…

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After Christmas and New Year Predictions 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

In this episode Andy and Mike talk about the lost episode of Christmas, catch up on each others lives and Mike surprises Andy on making some New Year predictions on what the shape of the comic industry will be, how many Funko pops will still exist, and whether our favorite action figures will be for kids again. All this and more. Tell a friend! Sup…

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Darwyn Cooke's Parker Can't Lose 1:18:16

4M ago1:18:16

1:18:16

In this episode more Darwyn Cooke goodness as we discuss Parker from IDW. Also mentioned some James Bond talk, some good old 80's show from fledgling FOX, and Andy discusses his latest getting old ailment. All this and more! Tell a friend! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com Email us at Andthisiswh…

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The Great Darkness Saga - Legion of Superheroes 1:11:26

5M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

In this episode Andy loves talking about the Legion of old tales and Mike tries to stay interested. Andy rattles on about Legion stuff, tries to make excuses for the story and just proves that this is an amazing story and every DC fan should read it. Plus Mike finds out Andy has been watching the Boys. Support the show Our webpage is: https://andth…

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Jack Kirby's Black Panther and the New Gods 1:10:02

5M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

In this episode, Andy and Mike for once talk almost exclusively about the actual book they decided on. Marvel's Black Panther by Jack Kirby is discussed and opinions were had. Did Andy come around? Did Mike point out how silly the story was? Find out this and more! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.c…

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Mortality and Keith Giffen RIP 1:14:22

6M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

In this episode what was a review of the Black Panther by Jack Kirby became instead a talk about mortality, getting old, Alpha Flight, Halloween, Omega Men, and so much more. We will review that book next time but for now sit back and enjoy two old guys talk about how time goes by so fast. Andy is shaken by the death of one of his favorite artists …

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Jeff Smith's Shazam and Sean Connery 1:20:43

7M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

In this episode, we talk Sean Connery (a lot) and discuss Jeff Smith's Shazam, Monster Society of Evil. Hear about Mike's trip to Notre Dame football, hear Andy describe a close call in the mini van, and hear us butcher an impression of Mr Connery talking about everything. All this and Harry Potter talk too!! Oh, and episode 50!! Sweet huh! Support…

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Catching Up With . . . Jamie and J Hood Comics! 1:10:29

8M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

In this episode we chat with Jamie from J Hood Comics. Jamie was nice enough to have us on his Youtube channel a while ago and it was a must to have him on our show. We discuss slabbed books, original art, Youtube, books that got away, and more! You can check out Jamie's YouTube channel at J Hood Comics - YouTube Instragram: jhoodcreative Support t…

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Slice of Life, The Scott Pilgrim Story 47:10

8M ago47:10

47:10

In this episode, Mike and Andy talk about Oni Press's Scott Pilgrim! Mike talks about a couple stories involving comic stores and bathroom antics. Let's hope that wasn't one messed up story. Andy told a story but then edited out because he is trying not to cause waves. We talk about being ranked #15 on Goodpods for DC Comic podcasts (thanks). All t…

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Short and Sweet! Stump The Podcaster - Two Quizzes, No Winners! 30:25

9M ago30:25

30:25

In this episode we continue the trend of quizzing each other over comic books. It's less creepy than the last episode but still as entertaining. Next episode we talk about a comic again! Promise! Tell a friend to download an episode! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com Email us at AndthisiswhyIlove…

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Quizzes and Creepy Old Men 27:05

9M ago27:05

27:05

In this episode, Andy and Mike do a shorter episode just to catch up with life and end up doing that promised quiz from the Sandman episode on Which Endless are you? Oh and it's really riveting! Plus Mike tells a story about pants and Andy ends up being creepy just because he's in his 50's. Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilove…

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Batmanga!! Manga, Kids, and Bouncing Balls 1:11:48

9M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

In this episode, Andy confesses to having some problems with older children, Mike admits to giving other drivers the "thumbs down", and we discuss the wonderful 60's books of Batmanga!!Give it a listen and tell a friend! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com Email us at AndthisiswhyIlovecomics@gmail.…

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Superhero RPGs! POW! BIF! SMACK! 1:13:57

10M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

In this episode, Andy stole an annoying sound effect toy from his kids and not surprisingly it annoyed Mike! We go back to our talk about superhero role-playing games and discuss such greats as Champions, Marvel Superheroes, DC Heroes, Villains and Vigilantes and so much more! Plus annoying mic issues! Enjoy! Also comments from listeners and Facebo…

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Singing the Praises of Neil Gaiman's Sandman 1:21:03

11M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

In this episode, things continue to look up for the books we are reading and down for the microphones we are using! Still, it's a pretty good episode of singing, partying, and lovin Neil Gaiman's Sandman from DC/Vertigo! Mike talks about finally looking through some dollar bins! plus we chat about somethings that lead to our first direct to Patreon…

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Happy Birthday Andy! Hot Dogs, Mark Waid and One-And-Done Comics 1:28:03

11M ago1:28:03

1:28:03

In this episode, Mike and Andy run down four more issues and decide whether they are one and dones, or keep on readings (or whatever). Andy also describes his birthday weekend and we talk a variety of things we thought were interesting as usual. Boy were we wrong! We talk about hot dog eating contests, kaiju, Green Arrow, Talos and Mike Wierengo, a…

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Marvel's Weapon X and Dudes In Underwear 1:22:32

12M ago1:22:32

1:22:32

In an episode that will infuriate you, our Mike, I mean mic problems resume and whatever . . . we talk about Marvel's Weapon X series by Barry Windsor Smith. We probe deep into the likes of his art and style. We also end up discussing movies like Dungeons and Dragons, the Rock and other great hits. Monty Python, Benny Hill, sexism, and more! Also a…

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Archie, Kid's Comics and more Kingdom Come! 1:20:53

12M ago1:20:53

1:20:53

In this episode Mike and Andy break down some Archie comics and think about life in simpler times. We also discuss other kid's comics, how easy kids have it now-a-days, and then we praise Kingdom Come (not for kids though). And as always, friends talking to friends. Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.…

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Please Elaborate Bonus Episode 52:53

1y ago52:53

52:53

In this bonus episode for our long-time listeners, we return to the conversation of conventions with Matt 10.0 and hear a few more convention stories. Also mixed in there is a story or two about Mike's mom and other tidbits I found funny, And of course, Thunder Chicken. Thanks for being a supporter and there will be more like this as time goes on. …

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When is a Door not a Door? Locke and Key review by IDW 1:08:14

1y ago1:08:14

1:08:14

In this episode Mike tells us all about the wonderful world of Locke and Key and Andy seems enchanted by the thought of an Anywhere Key. Well, not really but we do discuss the amazing story of the Key and the Locke from IDW. Did Andy like the art? Does Mike? Do you? Find out! Sure half the episode we talk about other things. That's not new! Tell a …

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Marvel's Iron Man: Extremis and How to Solve a Comic Problem 1:04:51

1y ago1:04:51

1:04:51

In this episode we look at Marvel's Iron Man Extemis in honor of our friend Aaron. We chat about this Warren Ellis story and try and decide whether we loved it or just liked it a lot. Mike claims he knows people who can hear the internet and we also chat about how there are so many characters that it takes the unique out of them all. But Andy also …

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Welcome Back -- Comic Book Collecting, Conventions, and Signatures 1:40:31

1y ago1:40:31

1:40:31

In this episode, Andy and Mike are finally back at it and getting back on track! Andy had the plague and couldn't talk. But we are here now and we love you. We had intended to talk about Marvel's Iron Man: Extremis but. . . we didn't. We talk about conventions, signatures, how we handle our comic collections and so much more! Support the show Our w…

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The Facts of Kingdom Come and James Gunn 58:56

1y ago58:56

58:56

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk DC's Kingdom Come. Or do they? Maybe a little. Also talked about is James Gunn new direction on DC's movies,our love for the Facts of Life, our friend Aaron, drinking responsibly, and much more! Check it out and tell a friend! Support the show Our webpage is: https://andthisiswhyilovecomicspodcast.buzzsprout.com …

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Reckless by Image Comics + D&D OGL, Bathroom Etiquette and Bryan Adams 48:44

1y ago48:44

48:44

In this episode Mike and Andy talk about urinal cakes, roleplaying, Bryan Adams, and how much they loved Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips Reckless book by Image comics! Happy New Year! Also talk about Mike's new rpg and the excitement and anger over the D&D OGL change! Join the fun and tell a friend! Plus Andy's microphone still actually works. Suppor…

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New Year, Old Men and Comic Books 51:37

1+ y ago51:37

51:37

In this episode Mike and Andy enjoy the New Year talking about comic books, and how their Christmas went. Happy New Year as we start out talking about a day in the life of Andy taking kids to school, Mike changing tradition and regretting it, and how the comic industry has . . . changed in our old age. Join the fun and tell a friend! Plus Andy's mi…

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Do You Hear What I Hear? Christmas 2022 1:42:16

1+ y ago1:42:16

1:42:16

In this episode, Mike and Andy do a Christmas theme and review Grant Morrison’s Klaus. We also do more comic trivia, rank our books we have read for the podcast and plenty more on this last episode of 2022! Plus we talk about Christmas classics and sing Christmas carols! As always, thanks for listening. Let us know what you think of the podcast, wh…

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Catching Up With . . . Matt 10.0 1:16:14

1+ y ago1:16:14

1:16:14

In this episode, Mike and Andy talk to the first guest we had on the podcast, Matt 10.0! Matt shares his love of sculpting, his love for Spidey and what we should have read instead of Kraven's Last Hunt, and conventions! We also get into a conversation about collecting comics and whether we will keep doing it and when to start selling them off beca…

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Thanksgiving and Image Comic's Chew 1:09:58

1+ y ago1:09:58

1:09:58

In this episode, Andy and Mike celebrate Thanksgiving and talk about what appears to be one of their favorite books, Chew from Image Comics. We give some spoilers Coach. We also chat about all things Thanksgiving and a quiz or two on what American's like and dislike. Tell a friend! Or two! About the podcast. As always, thanks for listening. Let us …

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Spider-Man, Kraven's Last Hunt plus a Spidey Quiz! 1:11:24

1+ y ago1:11:24

1:11:24

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about Marvel's Kraven's Last Hunt! It's a story about loin clothes, spiders, rats, and rain! We will let you know what we thought and lets just say, Andy doesn't really like Spider-Man. Plus Mike tells a story that made Andy very uncomfortable that you must hear! Tell a friend! Or two! About the podcast. Not abou…

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The Long Halloween! Candy, Costumes and Curmudgeonliness 1:16:35

1+ y ago1:16:35

1:16:35

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about the Long Halloween by DC Comics and JL and Tim Sale. We give some spoilers so be warned! We also chat about all things Halloween, including favorite candies, an official back-in-our-day story of Trick-or-treating, and more! Tell a friend! Or two! About the podcast. As always, thanks for listening. Let us kn…

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Marvel’s What If? Part II With Mike and Andy? 1:15:05

1+ y ago1:15:05

1:15:05

In this episode, the Casual Observer is back for season 2 and we talk about another pair of What If issues we pulled at random. Andy talks about his love of the Fantastic Four and Mike declares that he wishes he had picked some other books instead. We both talk about the Tick animated series with love and then decide that it's really late and time …

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DC's Golden Age and the Golden Girls! 1:07:53

1+ y ago1:07:53

1:07:53

In this episode, Andy officially declares it season 2 of the podcast! We then go on a rant about icons of the past and how perspective changes as you get older! Then the main event begins and the talk turns to DC's Golden Age from 1993 by James Robinson (don't call me Jerry) and Paul Smith. Tell a friend! Or two! As always, thanks for listening. Le…

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Understanding Marvel’s Hawkeye (1983) Arrows vs Balls 1:30:57

1+ y ago1:30:57

1:30:57

In this episode Mike and Andy talk about the 1983 Marvel mini-series Hawkeye by Mark Gruenwald and Mark Gruenwald and Brett Breeding. Andy loved this series growing up. Will Mike find it equally as awesome or will he think the series should get the . . . shaft! Quiver at the chat where we giggle at the man throwing his balls, wonder why all the arc…

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The Boys - Sausage Fest at Its Finest! 1:27:04

1+ y ago1:27:04

1:27:04

In this episode, Andy and Mike discuss the first trade of the Boys by Garth Ennis. How will they review a book and keep it as clean as they can? And what does this have to do with Home Alone? How will they not laugh at all the wiener jokes? Plus some great ideas for some comics that we come up with! Also talk about Star Wars Andor, house ads in com…

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One-Punch Man: Manga Alert! 1:23:03

1+ y ago1:23:03

1:23:03

In this episode Andy and Mike encounter a disturbance in the Force. We read a Manga and Andy has some opinions on it. (Mike does too but they are generally more positive). Wow Manga, am I right? Andy gets some lessons on Manga and he learns what it means to be a real boy. Who punches. Hard. We also discuss a Retro Arcade visit by Andy and his boys.…

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Comic Book Quizzes, Quandaries and Karaoke 1:06:56

2y ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Warning: we do laugh inappropriately to a few things on this one. In this episode, Andy and Mike take quizzes very seriously. No really. We hunker down and try and answer some quizz questions because we are even starting to doubt our own knowledge! We may have crossed a line or two on the laughing at inappropriate jokes but man was it fun! Tell a f…

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Definitely Darwyn Cooke's The New Frontier & Our Top 10 Movies of All Time! 1:34:59

2y ago1:34:59

1:34:59

In this episode, Andy and Mike discuss Darwyn Cooke's New Frontier from DC Comics! What manner of art is this? Why does the Flash look so good? What was the point of Martian Manhunter? And so much more to discuss! Plus Andy and Mike each give their top 10 movies of all time! Will any of them match? And just how many of them are musicals? Tell a fri…

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Something Is Killing the Children! Plus What Truly Scares Us! 1:24:20

2y ago1:24:20

1:24:20

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about Boom Studios hit Something Is Killing the Children! Find out how they liked the book! Andy also described his greatest fear, Mike talked about his favorite geological and tasty spot on Earth, and Andy does voices again. Tell a friend! A show so great we had to do TWO intros! Enjoy the episode! As always, th…

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Marvel’s What If? with Andy and Mike? 1:16:13

2y ago1:16:13

1:16:13

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about What If? from Marvel Comics. We picked four issues from the original two series and both give the rundown on how What If these What If issues are! And boy are they! We talk about Wolverine as a vampire, Thor as ThumbleThor, the Avengers beating up everyone on the planet, and a Dr Strange story that was just…

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Star Wars Dark Empire and Moulin Rouge? 1:20:06

2y ago1:20:06

1:20:06

In this episode, Mike and Andy talk about Moulin Rouge’ … OR was it Dark Empire, the 1991 script for the Sequel trilogy. No really, it was both!! We ogle over artwork from Cam Kennedy, laugh at our Star Wars love, or anti-love, and end up talking Karl Urban, Ewan McGregor, and more! We talk about Andy's latest trip to the comic store, the new Star …

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All-Star Superman, the Hero for Everybody 1:37:48

2y ago1:37:48

1:37:48

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk about the prequel Star Wars movies. I'm not sure what went wrong. But then we talk about Grant Morrison's love letter to Superman, All-Star Superman. Twelve issues of extreme Superman by Frank and Grant. We go through all 12 issues as fast as we can and Andy is unsure about this reread and whether he liked it. Mi…

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New Comic Book Collecting (comma) Kevin 1:16:18

2y ago1:16:18

1:16:18

In this episode, Andy and Mike talk to Kevin. That's it. Just talking. . . okay, Kevin is a new comic collector and we wanted to know what that was like since we are old and bitter. So we ask him questions and he asks us questions because we think we are a fountain of knowledge. A fountain I tell you! Kevin also is a founding member of show sponsor…

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Spaceboy Aaron and his Umbrella Academy 1:39:28

2y ago1:39:28

1:39:28

In this episode, Andy and Mike plan to talk about the first six issues of the Umbrella Academy, The Apocalypse Suite from Dark Horse. But first we have to talk about our dear friend Aaron, who unexpectedly passed away the week before. We talk about how Aaron changed our lives and how much he meant to us and a lot of other people. We miss you Aaron.…

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Valentine's Day - Marvel’s Secret Wars Part Two 1:14:55

2y ago1:14:55

1:14:55

In this episode, Andy and Mike continue discussing the last six issues of Marvel's Secret Wars from the 80's written by Jim Shooter and art by Mike Zeck and Bob Layton. We try to find the romance and love of the series since it's coming out on Valentine's Day but admittedly that's a tough one. We discuss our favorite couples in comics, our favorite…

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Marvel's Secret Wars (84) Part One 1:41:02

2y ago1:41:02

1:41:02

In this episode, Andy and Mike discuss the first six issues of Marvel's Secret Wars from the 80's written by Jim Shooter and art by Mike Zeck and Bob Layton. We learn Andy is terrible understanding accents, Mike should voice act soap opera dramas, and of course there is a little flashback sequence of our love of HeroQuest and how the holiday went. …

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