Best Road To Perdition Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 12: The Ladykillers 2:09:19

2y ago2:09:19

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This week it’s time for one of Tom Hanks’ most notorious misfires, and one of our hosts might have at least a slight defense of it. Ryan and Mitchell are joined by Dan Mecca (The B-Side) to discuss Joel and Ethan Coen’ 2004 remake of The Ladykillers. Discussion includes Hanks’ Colonel Sanders performance, the Cannes award-winning work of Irma P. Ha…

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Episode 11: Road to Perdition 2:18:33

2y ago2:18:33

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There is only one guarantee. None of us on this podcast will see heaven. This week, we’re joined by Conor O’Donnell (The B-Side) to break down Sam Mendes’ elegiac gangster father-son road trip drama Road to Perdition. We discuss perhaps the darkest role of Tom Hanks’ career, the high and low filmography of Sam Mendes, the incredible supporting perf…

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Episode 10: Cast Away (with Jay Ledbetter) 2:03:03

2y ago2:03:03

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This week we are joined by friend of the show Jay Ledbetter (Extra Film podcast), who’s known Ryan longer but is better friends with Mitchell, we swear. Jay rides hard for all things Finch as we center the episode on Tom Hanks’ reteaming with his Forrest Gump director Robert Zemeckis for 2000’s Cast Away (not Castaway). We discuss the film’s fascin…

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Episode 9: Saving Private Ryan (with Slim) 1:50:43

2y ago1:50:43

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This week we are joined by podcast extraordinaire Slim (The Letterboxd Show, 70mm) to discuss Steven Spielberg’s 1998 World War II drama Saving Private Ryan. We hear about Slim’s early love of The Money Pit, along with plenty of talk on the phenomenal lineup of very ’90s dudes who appear alongside Hanks in the film, the massive appreciation the vet…

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Episode 8: Toy Story Franchise 2:34:17

2y ago2:34:17

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You’ve got some friends in us! In this week’s episode of Acting Out, we’re doing things a little differently. Rather than focusing on one film per usual, we’re tackling the entire Toy Story franchise, assessing how the series develops over its 25 year run and what Tom Hanks brings to the iconic role of Woody. We also get several camp stories from R…

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Episode 7: Apollo 13 1:33:06

2y ago1:33:06

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Let’s go to the moon! Or… maybe not. On this week’s episode of Acting Out, we’re talking about Ron Howard’s 1995 space drama Apollo 13. We discuss how this is (easily) Howard’s best film, question why he hasn’t made more films like this, examine the film’s portrayal of America’s relationship with astronauts and the space race, and dissect a very fi…

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Episode 6: Forrest Gump 1:46:34

2y ago1:46:34

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Acting Out is like a box of chocolates, and this week we’re giving you a dose of 1994’s Forrest Gump. Teaming up with Robert Zemeckis for the first time, we discuss how the film was such an unstoppable juggernaut that it netted Tom Hanks his second Best Actor win at the Oscars in consecutive years. We also get into some of the questionable decision…

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Episode 5: Philadelphia 1:54:36

2y ago1:54:36

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On this episode of Acting Out, we discuss Jonathan Demme’s 1993 drama Philadelphia, starring Tom Hanks as a lawyer with AIDS fighting discrimination and Denzel Washington as the bigot who defends him. We talk about Hanks’ first Oscar winning performance, whether Washington is secretly better (and the lead), the absolute barnstorming success of the …

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Episode 4: A League of Their Own 1:51:40

2y ago1:51:40

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Is there any crying in baseball? Let’s find out! On today’s episode, Ryan and Mitchell discuss Penny Marshall’s 1992 film A League of Their Own, a critical and commercial home run and a rare early supporting role for Tom Hanks. Our conversation includes our favorite baseball movies, the glory that is Geena Davis, the film as a useful history lesson…

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Episode 3: The Burbs 1:19:16

2y ago1:19:16

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Something strange is going on in this neighborhood! On this week’s episode of Acting Out, Ryan and Mitchell head into The Burbs for their Tom Hanks series. One of Hanks’ left-field swings, The Burbs was a flop on release but has garnered a cult following in recent years and it’s easy to see why. We discuss the film’s many alternate endings, the tal…

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Episode 2: Big 1:53:05

2y ago1:53:05

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On this week’s episode, Ryan and Mitchell are thirteen going on thirty with the film responsible for Tom Hanks’ first Oscar nomination. We discuss the stunning horror of the first section of the film, the, erm, troubling age gap questions of the central romance, the iconic giant piano sequence, and how Big took Hanks from star to superstar. Be sure…

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#36 Marvin Wynn is Back! 48:59

2y ago48:59

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This week Marvin Wynn, creator of The Edge for Second Sight Publishing joins us to share information about his next kickstarter and discuss how to grow the comic book community. The Edge Vol 1 Kickstarter The Edge Twitter https://www.facebook.com/vfcomicsandgraphics www.vfcomicsandgraphics.com Youtube https://www.instagram.com/vfcomicspodcast/ http…

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Episode 1: Splash 1:31:18

2y ago1:31:18

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Hello, and welcome to Acting Out, hosted by Ryan McQuade and Mitchell Beaupre! In this podcast, we look at the careers of specific actors, taking a curated selection of their filmography and doing an episode per film to analyze why they remain an actor we love to discuss. We’ll chat about their biggest hits alongside some of their daring swings, an…

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#35 Struggle, Knight of Vengeance, and It's Ok to Quit 47:34

2y ago47:34

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This week Marcus and Thom check in on how things are going on at DC and Warner Brothers (concerning), Marcus pitches Flashpoint to Thom, and we talk a little about series fatigue and how it's ok to drop books from your pull list. News and Upkeep: DC adds new Webtoon Series! DC and WB Dumpster Fire https://bleedingcool.com/comics/everyones-gossiping…

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#34 Book Club: Embroideries 47:21

2y ago47:21

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It's finally here! Our first book club meeting! Every month we are going to read a different graphic novel and share our thoughts with all of you! Make sure to join the book club on the VF Comics and Graphics facebook page in order to participate in the discussion! News and Upkeep Wayne Family Adventures Main Discussion Embroideries by Marjane Satr…

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#33 Preview-isode: April 2022 and Meg isn't Helpful 49:24

2y ago49:24

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This week Marcus and Meg explore some cool stuff coming out in April while also exploring some of Marcus's own personal issues. Graphic Novels: Neil Gaiman's Chivalry HB - Neil Gaiman and Colleen Doran Pinball: A Graphic History of the Silver Ball - Jon Chad Gotham Central Omnibus - Ed Brubaker, Greg Rucka, Michael Lark, Stefano Guadiano, Kano The …

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#32 Adapt-isode #1: Road to Perdition 56:48

2y ago56:48

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The MCU, Michael Keaton's Batman, and even cartoons based on our favorite comic book characters are all commonplace, but what if superheroes weren't the only ones getting the adaptation treatment? Some of the best films you may or may not have heard of have been adapted from comics and graphic novels, so we want to explore them all with you. Join u…

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Interview-isode: Christopher Michael of Homebrewed Heroes 1:17:26

2y ago1:17:26

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This week we are proud to have creator and head of Homebrewed Heroes, Christopher Michael, here to talk about his latest project and plans for the future. And don't think we forgot that The Batman came out this past weekend. While a real review is to come later, Chris and Marcus chat a little about their thoughts on the newest Batman film. www.home…

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#31 Will Eisner Week and Graphic Novel Club Announcement! 58:01

2y ago58:01

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It's Will Eisner Week not only here on the podcast but across the world. This week we chat about some of the ways you can celebrate, plug our own library programs, and finally unveil our Graphic Novel Club. Make sure to join for a chance to win a prize every month! Join the book club at this link now! Will Eisner Sites and Ideas! http://willeisnera…

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#30 Maus and What We Read 1/26 - 2/01 50:12

2y ago50:12

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Sorry for the delay, Marcus had the flu! But we are back this week to talk about a few bits of news, but mainly to focus on what book and graphic novel banning could mean for the future of the medium. Also, Book club starts soon! Book Club Link! Maus Banned https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/26/tennessee-school-board-bans-holocaust-comic-maus-by-art-spie…

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Preview-isode: February 2022 52:18

2+ y ago52:18

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In our first Preview-isode, we finally start looking into the future for great releases that we don't think you should miss. Enjoy these episodes so you are always up to date on the best comics and graphic novels coming out every month. The Death of the Justice League https://bleedingcool.com/comics/dc-comics-cancel-the-joker-as-well-as-the-justice…

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#29 Quarter Previews, Bad Ideas, Kolchak, and Marcus Won't Shut Up About Power Rangers 1:09:53

2+ y ago1:09:53

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Does everyone have that one friend who loves something too hard? That's Marcus for us! This week on top of various other pieces of news, such as Bad Ideas selling unknown objects for 500 dollars, and short reviews of what we are reading, Marcus gets on his soap box about Power Rangers. Don't worry, it's only nearer the end of the episode. https://w…

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#28 January Previews, Bad Idea Honors Ryan Bodenheim, Image Union, and What We Read This Week 1:06:01

2+ y ago1:06:01

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www.vfcomicspodcast.com We're back! But unlike the dinosaur movie that ended up with no sequels, this is just the beginning of a new exciting year for us here at the VF Comics Podcast! This week we get into previews, Image Comics small union voting for form, Bad Idea releasing their only digital comic to honor the great Ryan Bodenheim, finally endi…

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Spider-man: No Way Home – Popcorn Not Included

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Subscribe: Feedburner | Apple Podcasts Tom Holland’s third solo outing as Spider-man is the most spoiler-prone movie of the year so we don’t waste much time in our non-spoiler section. Spider-man: No Way Home Directed by: Jon Watts Produced by: Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal Written by: Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers Edited by: Jeffrey Ford, Leigh Folsom Boy…

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#27 An Evening with Randy Duncan and Comic Studies 1:07:27

2+ y ago1:07:27

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This week we have the pleasure of hosting one of the pioneers of Comic Studies, Professor Randy Duncan. Professor Duncan teaches at Henderson State University in Arkansas. Want to find out how a small town in Arkansas became the home for one of the premier academics in comic studies, listen up! https://www.hsu.edu/pages/faculty-staff/profiles/randy…

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#26 James is a Hero, Simone Veil, and a VF Gift Guide 1:05:45

2+ y ago1:05:45

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News/Discussion https://www.inputmag.com/culture/pictures-for-sad-children-webcomic-simone-veil-interview The Daily about Steven Sonheim David Foster Wallace VF Comics 2021 Gift Guide! Meg's Idea: Graphic Novel Cookbooks Let’s Make Ramen!: A Comic Book Cookbook Cooking Comics Thoms idea: Artist Trading Cards James says Shop Local! Want to get any o…

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Spider-man: the OG trilogy – Popcorn Not Included

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Subscribe: Feedburner | Apple Podcasts With old characters returning in the next Spider-man movie, we go back to the OG movies that started it all. We’re joined once again by our friend Garret as we re-live, re-evaluate, and discuss the Sam Raimi directed, Tobey Maguire-starring films and do a tiny bit of speculating about Spider-man: No Way Home. …

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#25 American Comics, Sideshow Collectables, and the Dark Multiverse 53:18

2+ y ago53:18

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We are all super full this week after Thanksgiving, so we take some time to get moving. Don't worry though, because we are going to talk about a new text on the history of comics, what makes Sideshow Collectables so important, look into a new Heartstopper publication, before ending with some good recommendations from James and Marcus. American Comi…

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Tomhanksgiving 2021: Road to Perdition – Popcorn Not Included

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Subscribe: Feedburner | Apple Podcasts Tom Hanks plays a violent gang enforcer in 2002’s period crime drama Road to Perdition and he still comes out likable because Hanks. Road to Perdition Directed by: Sam Mendes Produced by: Richard D. Zanuck, Dean Zanuck, Sam Mendes Screenplay by: David Self Based on: Road to Perdition by Max Allan Collins & Ric…

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#24 Thanksgiving and Sneak Peek 20:43

2+ y ago20:43

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Hey everybody! This week Marcus has gone rogue as his team takes a much needed Thanksgiving vacation. With this, he has a surprise for all of the listeners about upcoming content. Support Us! Patreon Ko-Fi VF Comics YouTube Page! Want to get any of the books mentioned on the podcast today? Make sure to holler at Retrograde Comics. They are one of a…

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#23 Jess Carson and the Flash, Image Union Response, and ENIAC 1:17:04

2+ y ago1:17:04

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This week the VF Comics Podcast is proud to have Jessica Carson, writer for the CW's The Flash, and amazing filmmaker in her own right. Jess will get to talk with us about her experiences working on the Flash, particularly the ins and outs of adapting a character that has been around for decades. Later on, we get to an update on the latest comic bo…

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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – Popcorn Not Included

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Subscribe: Feedburner | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts After a long, unintended hiatus, we’re back! The seminal movies of our generation are 20 years old this year. Join us as we discuss the film that kicked it all off and changed the way we thought about movies and stories forever. We talk about the impact this film had on us as kids, how it hol…

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#22 Comic Book Unions, Waititi & Jodorowsky, and Rocks 1:02:18

2+ y ago1:02:18

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Another busy week! This week the gang gets to talk about the comic book union forming in Image Comics and how it might affect the rest of the industry. Later they have a discussion about Taika Waititi's upcoming adaptation of Jodorowsky's classic graphic novel, the Incal. During that discussion the group discusses some controversy in Jodorowsky's p…

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#21 Jerry Craft, Eternal Backlash, and November Picks 50:48

2+ y ago50:48

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Post Halloween, the saddest time of the year, but don't worry! The VF Comics Podcast has plenty of distractions in our recommendations! We also get to chat about Eternals early reviews, a potential new Chicago comic shop, and how Jerry Craft is back in Texas schools...even though he should not have been removed in the first place. A Portage Park Ar…

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#20 Real Hero Shit, No Seconds, and Halloween Recs! 1:02:17

2+ y ago1:02:17

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On this weeks episode Meg hosts again! While bringing us some interesting news and discussions, she leaves us to ponder the future of the collectable nature of comics. Finally, we get to each talk about what gets us in the Halloween mood, just in time for the spookiest day of the year! Kendra Wells Real Hero Shit Graphic and Kickstarter https://www…

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#19 A Better Tomorrow, Political Comics, and Smashing Klans 54:48

2+ y ago54:48

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This week the crew has some casual and tough discussions about all of the Superman news this week. This ends up involving some real conversations, cynicism, and hope about the future of comics. We finish up more lightly with some great recommendations for two very different kinds of books. Superman News https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/…

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#18 Curses, Castiel and Fleming, and Graphic Bans 1:00:17

2+ y ago1:00:17

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This week at the VF Comics Podcast, the group get to talk with the creators to Indie/Monster/Comedy comic book Curses, Josef Castiel and Jacob Fleming. Sharing their own experiences and inspiration, the crew gets to know the kind of people that talent really comes from. Later on, they get to talking about NASA using interactive graphics to inspire …

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#17 Who Are We, Kickin' for Creepy History, and Recs for October 2021 57:30

2+ y ago57:30

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This week your favorite rascals re-introduce themselves, talk about creator lawsuits, and dive into a cool local graphic novel. If that wasn't enough, they prepare you for the month with some grade A recommendations. We are now on Youtube and anywhere you listen to podcasts, so give us a shout wherever you listen! All of this exciting stuff...and M…

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#16 Pitchin' Comics, Doom Patrol, and It's Not What You Thought it Would Be 58:39

2+ y ago58:39

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Want to get any of the books mentioned on the podcast today? Make sure to holler at Retrograde Comics. They are one of a limited number of Bad Idea retailers as well as a Sideshow Collectables Dealer! How to Pitch Your Comic https://bleedingcool.com/comics/learn-how-to-pitch-graphic-novels-to-agents-publishers-in-1-2-a-day/ https://matsuyacreative.…

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#15 Spiders > Super, Alison Bechdel, Gender Rep, and 30 Days of Night 46:03

2+ y ago46:03

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Want to get any of the books mentioned on the podcast today? Make sure to holler at Retrograde Comics. They are one of a limited number of Bad Idea retailers as well as a Sideshow Collectables Dealer! Spider-Man beats Superman in record $3.6m comic sale https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/09/arts/spider-man-comic-auction-record.html https://gizmodo.com…

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#14 Let Me See That Thom, Shang-Chi Ramblings, McSweeney's, and Comics this Week 39:06

2+ y ago39:06

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Want to get any of the books mentioned on the podcast today? Make sure to holler at Retrograde Comics. They are one of a limited number of Bad Idea retailers as well as a Sideshow Collectables Dealer! Avengers Comics to Promote Vaccination https://variety.com/2021/film/news/marvel-avengers-covid-somos-community-care-1235048395/ https://www.somosvac…

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#13 Marvin Wynn, The Edge, and Weird Maybe Bad Idea 59:10

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Marvin Wynn and the Edge https://linktr.ee/theedgecomic http://secondsightpublishing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theedgecomic/ https://loosecollector.blogspot.com http://www.heroineburgh.com/ Bad Idea's Passive Aggressive https://bleedingcool.com/comics/which-of-bad-ideas-hero-trade-passive-aggressive-comic-did-you-get/…

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#12 Robin and Batman, Danny Devito, Controversial Opinions, and Recommendations for Mental Health 43:38

2+ y ago43:38

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Robin and Batman and how Prestige Format books at DC are killing it https://www.dccomics.com/blog/2021/08/11/robin-batman-celebrates-the-evolution-of-batman%E2%80%99s-ally Danny DeVito is writing the Penguin https://gizmodo.com/danny-devito-is-writing-a-comic-about-batmans-penguin-1847482905 Dark Knights of Steel https://ew.com/books/batman-new-fan…

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#11 FCDB, The Suicide Squad, J-4, and What We Are Reading 53:49

2+ y ago53:49

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Free Comic Book Day is Upon Us! https://www.freecomicbookday.com/ We Talk about THE Suicide Squad James Tynion is Leaving DC Comics? What are We Reading? Woman World - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38122416-woman-world In Between Days https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/26136565-in-between-days Blue Flame https://www.vaultcomics.com/titles…

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#10 Curses, Comic-Con Crits, Masters of the Universe, and Barbaric 40:43

2+ y ago40:43

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Listen up as we start our discussion on Comic Con @Home criticisms. Later we talk about the Master's of the Universe prequel comic series (and maybe go on a rant about the criticisms of the Netflix series). Finally we talk about an upcoming Kickstarter for Curses, and a new series by Vault Comics called Barbaric. Comic Con @Home https://www.comic-c…

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VF Comics Podcast Trailer 1:32

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www.vfcomicspodcast.comBy VF Comics Podcast Crew

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#9 Deena Mohamed, Graphic Witcher, Will Eisner Awards, and Black Science 43:05

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-Deena Mohamed https://www.metrotimes.com/the-scene/archives/2021/07/20/egyptian-illustrator-deena-mohamed-discusses-graphic-novels-translation-and-pressure-to-represent-arab-community-at-dearborns-green-brain-c https://deenadraws.art/en/home -Witcher Graphics https://bleedingcool.com/comics/new-witcher-graphic-novels-from-dark-horse-announced-at-w…

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#8 Comic-Con @Home, Loki Finale, Shut Up Money, House of Slaughter, and a Live Patreon! 42:25

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This week's episode finds Meg, Marcus, and Mal getting ready for Comic-Con at Home and gushing over Loki. The crew also talks a little bit about a passion of the podcast, creators rights, and finally announce that their Patreon is up and running! PATREON! Please? https://www.patreon.com/user?u=57720030&fan_landing=true Comic-Con from Home is Coming…

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#7 Vengeance, Being a Collector, Interactive Graphics, SIKTC FCBD, and the Butcher of Paris 55:01

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This week we get into quite a bit, while welcoming my amazing wife into the gang with a "killer" recommendation. News and Discussion Kickstarter Vengeance: Emergence https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vengeanceemergence1/vengeance-emergence-1?fbclid=IwAR3FxYdxcG0PyXGGdKDADw8TBEM07s4Hh4ecsmUG-2a4oSbavM0qLm1Yf2Q Something is Killing the CHildren FC…

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#6 More Bad Ideas, Cloves Comic, Comic-Con Begins, SiKtC, and What We Read in June 2021 50:08

3y ago50:08

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This week on the VF Comics Podcast we have a lot of news! First, Bad Idea is closing its doors...or so they say. Is this a brilliant or hilariously stupid marketing strategy. Next we talk about the Origins of Comic-Con in an upcoming podcast, then share news of a local boy publishing comic that deals with the experiences he has with CLOVES syndrome…

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