Best Challengers Comics Conversation Podcasts (2024)

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FOR STABILITY REASONS 1:13:35

3h ago1:13:35

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FOR STABILITY REASONS •How the video game Zenless Zone Zero is like working in a comic shop.•BIG Manage Comics update! •Gettin’ them ducts cleaned!•DSTLRY leaves Lunar for Diamond!•We actually like Lunar as a comic distribution company.•Penguin Random House buys BOOM! Studios!•When publishers reuse terminology, such as “absolute” or “ultimate”. Con…

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The Break: The London Film and Comic Con, The Acolyte and Die Hard 47:36

3d ago47:36

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In this episode of The Walk, I walk along the Thames in London as I share with you some of the things I've been doing during my first week as a Digital Nomad in the UK. More information about my Storytelling Course and about how to sign up is coming soon!By Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

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IT’S NOT AN ERA 1:05:17

6d ago1:05:17

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IT’S NOT AN ERA •Challengers Shelf Sponsorship is live! https://challengerscomics.com/products/shelf-sponsorship •The Future of The X-Men starts Now!•Thanks, Patrons!•Comics talked about in this episode: X-MEN #1 POWER FANTASY #1, #2 NICE HOUSE BY THE SEA #1 RED BEFORE BLACK #1 KILL ALL IMMORTALS #1, #2Contest of Challengers #692…

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The Break: Celine Dion, The Boys, Bear Grylls and Traveling with Tech 44:18

11d ago44:18

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The new documentary 'I am' in which singer Celine Dion shares the heartbreaking consequences of being diagnosed with the rare 'Stiff People Syndrome' may be one of the most important things she has ever recorded. In this episode, I explain why. I also talk about the controversial superhero series 'The Boys' and how its story reflects the current cl…

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IT’S JUST NOISE 1:07:31

13d ago1:07:31

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IT’S JUST NOISE •The new weekly delivery schedule for new comics. •Marvel’s stealth release of Moon Knight Fist of Khonshu #0. •DC’s confidence in Absolute Power #2? •Notable, non-product specific challenges. •Shopify’s 150+ updates.•Diamond’s new Fandomworld. •Our products in someone else’s (non-comic) shopContest of Challengers #691…

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The Break: Star Wars Fandom; Marketing and the Church; VR Nausea 45:20

17d ago45:20

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In this episode, I give you an update about my travel plans for the month of July, I review the Doctor Who season finale, I talk about what's going on with Star Wars fans and I tell you why I think the Catholic Church has a marketing problem. I talk about my experiences with the Pokemon Plus + and about why the Meta Quest makes me nauseous. The mig…

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“SOMETHING SPECIAL IS COMING” 1:15:32

20d ago1:15:32

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“SOMETHING SPECIAL IS COMING” •July 3rd is going to be a very small week of new comics. •Tipping. •Marvel has quietly ended/is ending several series. •Strange Tales Marvel Legends. •SAGA, now in a smaller collection format. •Frustrations when ordering from incomplete solicitations. •Upcoming comics for September. •Other media writers writing comics…

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The Break: Doctor Who, Writing For A Living, Lego and VR Time Travel 41:41

24d ago41:41

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During my coffee break I share my thoughts on the new episodes of Doctor Who, I give you an update on my writing, coaching and travel plans, I talk about Lego and I share my recent experiences in VR.By Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

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TO FACILITATE BEAUTIFICATION 1:09:13

27d ago1:09:13

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TO FACILITATE BEAUTIFICATION •Advance PDF’s from BOOM! Studios and Image. •Shelf Sponsorship—more details! •Website Changes? Dark Mode! •Cute Animal Videos •Rifters #1!•Manga Contest of Challengers #689By Challengers Comics

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The Break: The Acolyte, Godzilla, The Princess Bride and WWDC24 41:30

1M ago41:30

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During my coffee break, I talk about how the first episodes of the new Star Wars show 'The Acolyte' touch me on a personal level. I also share my impressions of the movie Godzilla Minus One and I tell you about the surprising connection between Young Sheldon, Toy Story and The Princess Bride. Inconceivable! I also discuss the latest innovations App…

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“SUPERHERO BURGER” 1:02:17

1M ago1:02:17

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“SUPERHERO BURGER” •CRIME! Crime? •Spam. •No single issues; the future? •Sponsorships!! •Maybe there’s something to that burger idea…? •Comics talked about in this episode: TMNT #1 SCARLETT #2Contest of Challengers #688By Challengers Comics

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Chasing Dreams and Embracing Change: Robyn's Journey from Stability to Influencer 1:02:20

1M ago1:02:20

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave a stable job and chase your dreams? Robyn, an emerging influencer, shares her incredible journey of leaving her ten-year career at the HSE to pursue her passion full-time. With the support of her best friend Dean and her loyal French bulldog George, Robyn navigates the emotional and financial challenges…

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The Break: Star Wars The Acolyte 41:45

1M ago41:45

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During my coffee break this week I share my thoughts about the new Star Wars series 'The Acolyte' and about the upcoming 'Starfleet Academy' series. I also rave about T. Kingfisher's book 'A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking' and about a VR demo I saw that let's you walk around Hogwarts Castle. To conclude, I talk about my intention to live and wo…

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OBFUSCATING THE DETAILS 1:11:30

1M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

OBFUSCATING THE DETAILS •4 years ago today… •The bad and good of retail, both in one day! •Identity thieved! •Thanks, Patrons! •Taskmaster! •Marvel’s bizarre FOC maneuvers. •July is HUGE for New #1’s! •Red Band books are (unfortunately) the future. •Lack of interest in Blood Hunt/Absolute Power, even tho we’re happy with them. Contest of Challenger…

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The Break: Star Wars and Anime Life Lessons 37:15

1M ago37:15

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This week, I talk about the real reason I want to discuss Star Wars and Anime on my YouTube and TikTok channels. I also share with you some insights I learned from Alex Hormozi about identifying the dreams and fears of the people you would like to reach and I tell you the surprising treasure I discovered when I cleaned up my kitchen. Lastly, I tell…

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DUST BITERS 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

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DUST BITERS •Item Scraping solicitors. •”New Series” Flyer for Sidekicks and Manga. •The difficulties of ordering new manga. •Adjusting our Manage Comics Bookmark. •The 1982 DC Comics Style Guide. •The saga of Black River’s new floor. •Comic talked about in this episode: SCARLETT #1 Contest of Challengers #686…

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Cherished Memories and Comical Confessions with a Pair of Lifelong Pals 1:18:24

2M ago1:18:24

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Ever found yourself reminiscing about those good old days when life was less about deadlines and more about the next laugh? Well, pull up a chair, because on our latest episode, we're catching up with Hughie Legget, the man who took the leap from Coolock to New Hampshire, and our delightful guest Natalie, straight from the courts. We're tearing ope…

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The Break: How Young Sheldon Approaches the Existence of God 56:35

2M ago56:35

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Recently, I've found myself binge-watching the TV show 'Young Sheldon'. This delightful comedy series offers a glimpse into the early life of Sheldon Cooper, the iconic character from 'The Big Bang Theory' sitcom. Sheldon, an exceptionally gifted and nerdy boy, finds the concept of God illogical, as the existence of a deity cannot be empirically va…

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A Journey of Courage: How One Dublin Mother Fought Cancer and Championed Maternity Rights 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Facing the unimaginable, Erica Tierney of Rathcoole, Dublin, opens up about her poignant journey through pregnancy while battling cancer. Her vivid recollection transports us into the heart of a small village where childhood memories intertwine with the resilience required to confront life's harshest trials. The laughter of Dublin's quirky traditio…

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FOLD-ER 1:03:46

2M ago1:03:46

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FOLD-ER •Welcome to Contest of Challengers with Charles and Dale! •Archiving comics on our website. •UPS shipments. •Card game ordering, and lack thereof. •(More) New X-Titles! •Comics talked about in this episode: LAWFUL #1 GROMMETS #1 PROFANE #1 Contest of Challengers #685By Challengers Comics

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The Break: Rings of Power Season 2, The Hunt for Gollum and Mastering Notion 34:42

2M ago34:42

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This podcast episode was recorded at a local coffeehouse in my hometown during a break with coffee and apple pie. I share my excitement about all the Tolkien-related news we got this week: the new trailer for Rings of Power Season 2, the announcement of a new Peter Jackson movie set in the world of the Lord of the Rings called 'The Hunt for Gollum'…

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Life's Toughest Storms and the Hope that Follows 1:13:32

2M ago1:13:32

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Have you ever walked through the streets of your hometown and felt the weight of a thousand stories pressing in around you? Our guest Shauna Finnegan knows this sensation intimately, sharing with us his journey from the humble beginnings in Tallaght to overcoming the obstacles of family life marred by addiction. Her stories of local landmarks, the …

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GETTING A HANDLE ON FCBD 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

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GETTING A HANDLE ON FCBD •What happened to our front door handle? •Smoke N Snack’s front window nightmare. •How was Free Comic Book Day? Contest of Challengers #684By Challengers Comics

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The Break: Baby Reindeer Gets Real; How Gaming Helps My Health; Apple's iPad Pro Misfire 34:01

2M ago34:01

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In this episode of The Break, I take you outside for a visit to my local Italian ice cream parlor. I talk about what happened after the real stalker whose story was used as an inspiration for the Netflix TV-series 'Baby Reindeer' came forward and agreed to an interview with Pierce Morgan. I also share how a couple of life-style changes allow me to …

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The Break: New iPads, the Ascension, Star Wars and Baby Reindeer 1:10:35

2M ago1:10:35

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In this episode of The Break I talk about Apple's new iPads, about Speechify and other text-to-speech technologies, I review the end of The Bad Batch and the beginning of Tales of the Empire, I talk about the Netflix show 'Baby Reindeer' and I explain why catholics celebrate the feast of the Ascension and why it matters.I also announce the next cha…

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Harmony and Heritage: Sharyn Ward Sings the Traveller's Tale of Resilience and Joy 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

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As the embers of a campfire illuminate the faces of a family bound by song and story, Sharyn Ward steps forward to share a melody that has echoed through generations of her Traveller heritage. In our latest episode, Sharyn, a beacon of hope from the Traveller community, lets us into her world, revealing the strength and beauty of her culture, the r…

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INTELLECTUALLY? 1:10:39

2M ago1:10:39

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INTELLECTUALLY? •Bad customer service. •Gotta get them Back Issues! •Setting up for FCBD. •Thanks, Patrons! •Our C2E2 experiences. Contest of Challengers #683By Challengers Comics

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THE FUTURE OF COMIC BOOK RETAIL 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

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THE FUTURE OF COMIC BOOK RETAIL LIVE from Conference Room S403 at McCormick Place, it’s the C2E2 panel discussion, THE FUTURE OF COMICS RETAIL with Patrick, W. Dal, Katie Pryde (Books With Pictures, Portland), and Dimitrios Fragiskatos (Anyone Comics/Everyone Comics, NY). The sound quality is a little iffy on this one due to recording in such a lar…

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The Break: Daisy Ridley's Return to Star Wars; Atlas, Transformers One and Twisters 33:53

3M ago33:53

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In this episode of the Break I discuss what Daisy Ridley says about reprising the role of Rey in the upcoming Star Wars movie; I talk about The Bad Batch, Fallout and Star Trek and I react to the trailers for Atlas, Transformers One and Twisters. In the Premium part of the episode, available to my patrons, I talk about returning to reading and work…

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I’M NOT EVERYBODY 1:12:28

3M ago1:12:28

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I’M NOT EVERYBODY •Dented packaging. •Charging delinquent subscribers interest…? •DC’s 5-book release week. •FCBD output. •California’s Earth-2 is closing, and their reasons make perfect sense. •Results of the ComicsPRO Retailer Survey. •Patrick read a ton of advance PDF’s (and most of the books already came out). •Comics talked about in this episo…

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The Break: Why I Love Fantasy Festivals; X-Men 97, Fallout and the Vatican 53:55

3M ago53:55

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This weekend, I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of my cosplaying friends again at Haarzuilens Castle during the Elfia Fantasy Festival. I vividly remember my first visit to this festival and how out of place I felt as a priest among thousands of people dressed in fantasy costumes. But I kept coming back year after year, and made lots of friends t…

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BLACK TIE 1:04:34

3M ago1:04:34

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BLACK TIE •The Future Of Comic Book Retail •Apparently we are not a “Legacy” shop. •”Marcus” and his comic book. And a black tie. •People keep asking to have signings at Challengers. •3 new X-Titles and X-Men ’92 vs X-Men ’97. •Waaayyy too much television digression. Sorry. •Lunar’s waxy new cardboard inserts. •Diamond shipping changes. Contest of …

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The Break: Tales of the Empire and the one thing lacking in Star Wars: Outlaws 41:28

3M ago41:28

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In this episode of The Break, I review the movie 'Tenet' by Christopher Nolan, I watch and review the trailer for Tales of the Empire and I share the one thing that is missing in the story trailer for the game Star Wars: Outlaws. In the premium part of the show, available to my patrons, I talk about Acceptance and Commitment Coaching, I discuss vac…

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From Dublin to the Limelight A Performer's Tale with Johnny Ward 1:34:46

3M ago1:34:46

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When the echoes of a childhood steeped in music blend with tales of stage and screen, you get the captivating story of Johnny Ward. From the streets of Walkinstown, Dublin, Johnny has danced through life's highest highs and its lowest lows, all while maintaining a tune that's uniquely his own. This episode promises an emotional symphony as we explo…

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ENTHUSIASM OVER KNOWLEDGE 1:07:35

3M ago1:07:35

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ENTHUSIASM OVER KNOWLEDGE •A very full inbox. •Leaving tasks for the other person. •Upcoming Events with: Brian Azzarello, Stephanie Phillips, Sarah Becan, Sage Coffey, Bianca Xunise (and more!)! •Publisher price changes are always a surprise. •Misplaced retailer concerns. •Prioritizing sales over tasks. •Us, as customers at other shops. •Our denti…

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The Break: The future of Star Trek, the Star Wars Prequels today, when does faith become superstition? 46:10

3M ago46:10

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There is one aspect of Star Trek Discovery that keeps bugging me now that the series enters its final season. And looking back on the Star Wars Prequels: do those movies still hold up after all these years? I answer a listener question about a particular form of prayer that borders on superstition. In the premium part of the show for my patrons, I …

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IN SEQUENCE 1:09:17

4M ago1:09:17

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IN SEQUENCE •We have now officially been open for 16 years! Yow! •Keeping the “local” in local events. •C2E2 is fast approaching. •Wanting to refresh every aspect of the shop. •Some of the many books being published in June. •Thanks, Patrons! •Taskmaster Contest of Challengers #678By Challengers Comics

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Embracing Vulnerability and Love with Paula Johnston 1:51:23

4M ago1:51:23

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As the strains of a troubled marriage echo through the threads of Paula Johnston's life story, we're reminded that the journey to healing is as complex as the heart itself. In an episode layered with raw emotion, Paula peels back the layers of her past, revealing the resilience forged in the Strand Flats of North Strand and the fierce love of a wid…

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The Break: Holy Week and Easter Explained, Fallout, Alien Romulus and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 48:46

4M ago48:46

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In this week's episode of the Break I talk about Alien: Romulus, about the Fallout TV series and about the trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. I also explain the background of Holy Week and Easter. In the premium part of the show, available to all my patrons, I talk about Tolkien Reading Day, the AI short film 'Airhead' and about what Ap…

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Courage in the Face of Challenge: Insights into Bullying and Molar Pregnancy Survival 1:18:03

4M ago1:18:03

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Finding 'home' can often be a journey paved with trials and self-discovery. Shauna's tale takes us from the winding streets of Drimnagh to the cozy nooks of Kingswood in Tally, where the echoes of her past, marked by bullying and the ongoing quest for self-identity, collide with her present. She bravely opens up about the scars left by her childhoo…

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XVI 1:13:18

4M ago1:13:18

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XVI •Sixteen years in the same building but with many different building owners/managers. •Hmmm, can Patrick get Kip Winger to come out for our 17th Anniversary next year…? •Looking back at the comic shops of Chicago over the past 16 years. •Dal likes to refresh our website captions regularly. •The end of our reward program. •Uncanny X-Men #130 cov…

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The Break: The Acolyte, The Three Body Problem and Wonka 39:58

4M ago39:58

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In this episode of the Break I share my impressions of the trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte, I review the first two episodes of the Netflix series The Three Body Problem and I tell you what I thought of 'Wonka'. In the Premium version of the show, available to all my patrons, I talk about the new Dungeons and Dragons Lego set, I solve a clothing …

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