Best Between The Gutters Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 220: The Dodo Knows by Helen Greetham 2:00:39

11h ago2:00:39

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In this episode, we're discussing an indie comic we both backed on Kickstarter back in 2020. The Dodo Knows by Helen Greetham is an anthology of stories centered around themes of loss and discovery. It's a lovely collection for readers of any age, and we warmly recommend it.If you have any thoughts, comments, questions, or corrections, we're here. …

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Facing Breast Cancer: Ash’s Journey of Resilience and Advocacy 52:41

4h ago52:41

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! What happens when a determined special needs teacher from Western Australia faces the shocking reality of stage two invasive ductal carcinoma diagnosis at just 30 years old? Join us on Bearing it All with Rose and Crystal as we welcome Ash, who shares her powerful story of survival,…

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Episode 219: Union by Mark Texeira and Mike Heisler 1:53:10

7d ago1:53:10

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We're digging way too deep into the forgotten 1993 Image lineup in this episode. Do you remember Union by Mark Texeira and Mike Heisler? If you do, this episode is for you. We take a look at the initial four-issue miniseries that took almost a year to come out! Let's party like it's 1993 again, or something like that. If DC hadn't bought up WildSto…

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Graphic novels, literature circles, and social justice with Dr. David Low... 1:04:44

13d ago1:04:44

1:04:44

Send us a Text Message. In the final episode of Season 2, Dani chats with Dr. David Low, a comics and graphic novel scholar whose research focuses on issues of identity and social justice. David shares how he came to be a comics scholar, why he believes comics have a place in education, how literature circles can be reenvisioned for graphic novels,…

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Episode 218: Solo #6 by Jordi Bernet 1:42:32

15d ago1:42:32

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Jordi Bernet is an artist neither one of us was particularly familiar with, but he received his own spotlight issue of Solo, which we'll be discussing in this episode! As usual, we'll be discussing each story in the comic. Don't worry, there's a Batman story in this one...For a handy Spotify playlist featuring all of our episodes on Solo, click her…

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Baring it All - Chrystal's Story; Life without Dad 58:19

1M ago58:19

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! What happens when the person who lights up every room hides an insurmountable darkness? Join us for a deeply personal episode as Chrystal reveals the heart-wrenching story of losing her father, Dwayne, whose humour and magnetic personality masked deep internal struggles - which led …

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Episode 217: Ghost Cage by Nick Dragotta and Caleb Goellner 2:14:45

22d ago2:14:45

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For the second straight episode, we're taking a close look at another underrated Image miniseries! This time around, we're examining Ghost Cage by Nick Dragotta and Caleb Goellner! This three-issue science fiction comic has a ton of the things we love, including dope character designs, immersive worldbuilding, slick action, Mega Man-esque aesthetic…

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Episode 216: Step by Bloody Step by Si Spurrier and Matias Bergara 2:31:12

30d ago2:31:12

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Let's take a walk.Step by Bloody Step by Si Spurrier and Matias Bergara is truly a gem of a miniseries. It's an almost wordless fantasy story about a girl and her giant guardian traversing across their world. Featuring beautiful imagery and densely layered artwork that communicates the story of their journey, Step by Bloody Step is a work that not …

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2000s Nostalgia, questionable fashion and bad eyebrows 49:16

1M ago49:16

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! We chat about our not-so-impressive singing abilities and take a lighthearted trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the iconic fashion choices of the early 2000s. From peplum tops to chunky necklaces, nothing is off-limits as we also ponder whether our paths ever crossed during o…

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Creator Spotlight: J. Gonzo discusses creating comics, being a Chicano artist, and using his comics in the classroom... 1:08:54

1M ago1:08:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dani chats with J. Gonzo about his career as a comic book artist and author. He shares his experiences as Chicano artist and discusses the importance of representation in the comics medium. Additionally, he shares his views on the importance of the comics in classroom spaces as well as how he hopes educators…

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Episode 215: House of X/Powers of X by Jonathan Hickman, Pepe Larraz, and R.B. Silva 2:20:25

2M ago2:20:25

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After we went through the ordeal of revisiting X-Men #1-3 by Claremont and Lee a couple weeks ago, we decided to reward ourselves by talking about a great X-Men story: House of X/Powers of X. It's two stories that are one! As the Krakoan era winds down in 2024, it's also a nice time to revisit this smash hit.While you slept, the world changed... So…

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Unfiltered catch up and life with Rose and Chrystal 34:48

2M ago34:48

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! Join us, Rose and Chrystal while we catch up on life with each other. Ever feel like life's a never-ending juggling act between work, home, and those little moments of mayhem that keep things interesting? Listen in as we chat about everything from the anticipation of a new spicy boo…

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Episode 214: Solo #5: Darwyn Cooke 2:10:28

2M ago2:10:28

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In this month's installment of our readthrough of DC's Solo, we're finally covering the Darwyn Cooke issue! Everybody should know how great Cooke was. He contributed to a lot of the early DC Animated Universe, and he left a big impact on comics. While works like DC: The New Frontier and his Parker adaptations are probably his most famous, you shoul…

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Episode 213: X-Men #1-3 (1991) by Chris Claremont and Jim Lee (and X-Men '97 Discussion) 3:32:20

2M ago3:32:20

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X-Men #1 is the best-selling comic book of all time and a big part of our youths. With X-Men '97 in the zeitgeist, we figured we could go back and revisit X-Men #1-3 (1991) by Chris Claremont and Jim Lee, taking a critical look at one of the most beloved and influential runs in popular culture. In this episode, we take some time to talk about our i…

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Part Two of our conversation with Rosie Rees - Navigating Loss, Grief and Life 45:57

2M ago45:57

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! Part Two of our chat with the incredible Rosie Rees. TW - Loss/Suicide We couldn't cap our last episode, so we continued our conversation with Rosie as she bared it all with us, opening up about navigating the complexities of loss and grief, sharing the heartache of having recently …

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Embracing Sexual Self-Discovery with Rosie Rees Part One: Sensuality, Yoni Eggs, and Intimate Communication 53:24

2M ago53:24

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! This is a two-part episode with Rosie Rees - because one wasn't simply enough! Imagine feeling completely at ease with your sexuality, where every whisper of touch is a step towards profound self-assurance. Our candid conversation with entrepreneur Rosie Rees, the visionary behind Y…

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Episode 212: Mothers by Kusahara Umi 2:49:49

2M ago2:49:49

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Happy Mother's Day to all who celebrate! In this episode, we're talking about Mothers, by Kusahara Umi! Mothers is a one-woman anthology published by Glacier Bay Books. It's got a dozen stories, and virtually all of them are hits. Seriously, find yourself a copy of this book if you don't already have one! We talk in-depth and discuss each story in …

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Episode 211: Lois Lane: Enemy of the People by Greg Rucka and Mike Perkins 2:30:39

3M ago2:30:39

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Lois Lane: Enemy of the People by Greg Rucka and Mike Perkins is, in the grand scheme of eternity, a relatively recent 12-issue maxiseries that we wanted to read and discuss. It's also a chance for us to talk about the impact of the creators' works.Also, because this is a Lois Lane-centric episode, we took the time to talk about the 1986 Lois Lane …

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Intuitive Readings and Spirituality with Paige 1:02:17

2M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! This week on Baring it All with Rose and Chrystal embark with us on a profound exploration of spiritual connection as we welcome Paige, from Realm Intuition. She is an intuitive reader and energy worker whose life as a FIFO wife and mother of three intertwines with her psychic journ…

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Teachers' reflections on teaching Gareth Hinds' graphic novel adaptation of The Odyssey... 43:23

2M ago43:23

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Send us a Text Message. Host Dani Kachorsky welcomes high school English teachers Shelby Stringer and Amanda Molitor to Reading in the Gutter to reflect on their experiences teaching Gareth Hinds' graphic novel adaptation of The Odyssey. The three teachers discuss why they selected Gareth Hinds' adaptation, their successes and challenges using this…

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The Dance of Life, Love, and Self-Discovery with Ashleigh King 1:06:59

3M ago1:06:59

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! In this episode we speak with the inspiring Ashleigh King, the official choreographer for the Jungle Body. They open up about life, their resilience required to relearn to walk and dance again after paralysis from transverse myelitis and diagnosis of MS, the evolution of their non-b…

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Episode 210: Solo #4: Howard Chaykin 2:25:48

3M ago2:25:48

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As we continue our readthrough of DC's Solo, we now come to Howard Chaykin's issue. He's a very distinctive artist known for his edginess, but we've certainly read our fair share of his latter-period Big Two work. Join us as we discuss our thoughts on his writing and art in general, and as we examine his spotlight issue!For a handy Spotify playlist…

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Confession Booth 19:45

3M ago19:45

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! Ever called your boss "daddy" or you were today years old when you found out what pickles were? This week's episode of confessions is a light-hearted episode in which you share your little secrets, moral dilemmas, worries, and the relief of getting some things off your chest! We're …

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Episode 209: Superman vs. Meshi Volume 1 by Satoshi Miyagawa and Kai Kitago 1:47:16

3M ago1:47:16

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We're back! Just like Superman coming back from the dead, Between the Gutters has returned to life! This week, we're discussing Superman vs. Meshi volume 1 by Satoshi Miyagawa and Kai Kitago. It's a delightful slice of life food manga featuring Superman and his appreciation for fast Japanese cuisine! This is a different type of cape comic for those…

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Solonge's Story of Resilience: Finding Purpose Through Pain 1:06:29

3M ago1:06:29

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! TW: Please be aware that Solonge's story speaks of the loss of her boys (stillborn) When faced with some of life's toughest battles, how do we find the courage to push through? In this episode of Baring it All, our remarkable guest, Solonge, a corporate communications specialist, wi…

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Relationship Coach Aston Simmons: Embracing Imperfections and Growth in Relationships 1:16:55

3M ago1:16:55

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! On this episode we were joined with relationship coach Aston Simmonds. Aston's raw account of navigating the complexities of her marriage post-childbirth resonates with a heartfelt truth many couples face – the choice between growth together or divorce. This episode peels back the l…

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Teaching 'Maus' for the first time: Challenges, successes, and future directions 29:19

3M ago29:19

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Reading in the Gutter, Dani chats with Brooke Feldman-Cryan, a high school English and Theater teacher, about her experiences teaching the graphic novel Maus for the first time. Brooke shares her motivation behind selecting the text as well as some challenges and successes she experienced, and ultimately, …

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Confession Booth 16:21

4M ago16:21

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! Have you ever fumbled a secret text to the wrong recipient or wrestled with your morals around baby-naming etiquette? Prepare for laughs and relatable moments as Rose and Chrystal bare it all in the Bearing It All Confessional Booth. We're peeling back the curtain on your (and our) …

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Episode 208: Solo # 3 by Paul Pope (DC Comics) 2:27:46

4M ago2:27:46

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In issue three of Solo, Paul Pope takes the spotlight. This issue contains the Eisner Award-winning short story "Teenage Sidekick!" There are some other gems as well. Join us as we discuss Paul Pope's work and the bits of his career that we're familiar with. For a handy Spotify playlist featuring all of our episodes on Solo, click here: https://ope…

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Female Friendships with Kristy, founder of FriendHer 55:46

4M ago55:46

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! Navigating the complex tapestry of female friendships, Kristy, the founder of FriendHer, joins us to unveil her journey of self-discovery, creating community, and coping with mental health. From battling addiction and escaping a toxic relationship to spearheading a beacon of sisterh…

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Episode 207: Sweet Tooth by Jeff Lemire and Jose Villarubia (DC Top 25: #22) 2:58:24

5M ago2:58:24

2:58:24

This is a story. This is a story about us podcasting about one of the best DC comics ever, and one of the last great Vertigo ongoing series. This is a story about the next entry in our top 25 DC comics countdown! Coming in at #22 on our list... Sweet Tooth by Jeff Lemire, Jose Villarubia, and more!This science fiction post-apocalyptic coming of age…

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Episode 206: The Seeds by Ann Nocenti and David Aja 2:00:32

5M ago2:00:32

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The Seeds by Ann Nocenti and David Aja is an ecological, post-apocalyptic, science fiction, romantic, techno thriller. If that sounds like a lot, it's because Nocenti and Aja stuffed this four-issue story chock full of ideas and concepts. Perhaps The Seeds isn't a perfect comic book, but it's absolutely an intriguing one. It's a comic that demands …

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Meet Rose and Chrystal 37:42

5M ago37:42

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Let's Chat! send us a message, question or a confession to unpack! This is the episode where you meet Rose and Chrystal, how they met, who they are, and their reasons for wanting to bare it all. Baring it all, the podcast is where they deep-dive unfiltered into all things motherhood, mental health, and everything in between—as two women navigating …

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Reading and creating graphic novel memoirs with Dr. Sean P. Connors... 36:49

5M ago36:49

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Reading in the Gutter, Dani hosts Dr. Sean P. Connors from the University of Arkansas to discuss reading and creating graphic novel memoirs. Sean shares his experiences teaching a college course focused on graphic novel memoirs, as well as a culminating experience in which students draft their own comic bo…

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Episode 205: Solo #2 by Richard Corben (DC Comics) 1:59:00

5M ago1:59:00

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Richard Corben... The man, the myth, the legend. About twenty years ago, he did the second issue of DC's Solo. This anthology series showcased a special artist with every issue, giving them carte blanche to do whatever they wanted. In 2024, we're dedicating one of our episodes every month to talking about one issue of this series, and after tacklin…

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Episode 204: Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane by Sean McKeever and Takeshi Miyazawa 2:34:00

6M ago2:34:00

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Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane is an underrated and underappreciated gem of a series, and we're here to shine a spotlight on it. In this episode, we're covering all twenty issues of Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane, plus the two preceding four-issue miniseries. All of these comics are written by Sean McKeever, mostly drawn by Takeshi Miyazawa, colored by Chr…

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Digital storytelling, digital comics, and STEM with Dr. Daryl Axelrod... 33:09

6M ago33:09

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Reading in the Gutter, Dani hosts Dr. Daryl Axelrod for a fun-filled discussion about using digital tools to create digital comics. Daryl shares his experiences helping kids to create original comics related to science topics as well as his experiences guiding students through transmediating (or adapting) …

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Episode 203: Solo #1 by Tim Sale (DC Comics) 1:37:57

6M ago1:37:57

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After an unplanned bye week, we're back with the first episode of our 2024 readthrough! In 2021, we read through Invincible. In 2022, we read through Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin. Last year, we read through Deadly Class. This year, we're reading through DC Comics' Solo! Once a month, we're dedicating one of our episodes to an issue of Solo, which…

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Episode 202: Immortal Sergeant by Joe Kelly + Ken Niimura 2:45:40

7M ago2:45:40

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We're back with a discussion about another recently published Image Comics book, Immortal Sergeant by Joe Kelly + Ken Niimura! It's the newest collaboration from the duo that brought us the legendary I Kill Giants. Immortal Sergeant is about the dysfunctional relationship between a grizzled, old-school, bigoted detective and his adult, socially lib…

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Episode 201: Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki 2:10:28

7M ago2:10:28

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It was released in English a little over a year ago, but we've finally gotten around to reading Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki, a gem that was originally published in 1983. It's not a long read, but it's absolutely gripping and worth your time and contemplation. If you're a fan of Miyazaki's films, then Shuna's Journey will certainly be of major…

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Episode 200: W0rldtr33 by James Tynion IV and Fernando Blanco 2:15:34

7M ago2:15:34

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Happy New Year! For our first episode of 2024, we decided to read and talk about a new series from 2023: W0rldtr33 by James Tynion IV, Fernando Blanco, Jordie Bellaire, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd (edited by Steve Foxe). This science fiction horror story is by one of the biggest writers in comics at this particular moment. We haven't really talk…

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Author Interview: Frank Baker discusses 'We Survived the Holocaust'... 28:33

7M ago28:33

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Send us a Text Message. Reading in the Gutter host, Dani Kachorsky, interviews Frank Baker, author of the graphic novel, We Survived the Holocaust. In this episode, Frank discusses the importance of sharing and teaching Holocaust stories in today's day and age, as well as the importance of preparing students to be critical thinkers. Additionally, F…

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Episode 199: Namor the Sub-Mariner: Conquered Shores by Christopher Cantwell and Pasqual Ferry 1:57:57

7M ago1:57:57

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As 2023 comes to an end, we decided to read and discuss a comic that's also about an ending, of sorts. Namor the Sub-Mariner: Conquered Shores by Christopher Cantwell, Pasqual Ferry, Matt Hollingsworth, and Joe Caramagna is a "The End"-type of story for Namor, one of Albert's most beloved superhero characters. Conquered Shores takes place in a far …

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Episode 198: Deadly Class Volume 12: A Fond Farewell, Part Two 4:04:34

7M ago4:04:34

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Twelve months, twelve volumes. We have finally completed our coverage of Deadly Class by Rick Remender and Wes Craig! As we have been doing throughout 2023, in this episode we provide our usual issue-by-issue synopses and commentary of the last trade paperback collection of the series, which contains issues 53-56. We also discuss our overall though…

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Episode 197: Sleeper by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips (DC Top 25 - #23) 2:58:41

8M ago2:58:41

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This week, we're continuing our top 25 DC comics countdown. We have Sleeper, by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, at number 23 on our list! Nowadays, Brubaker and Phillips are household names for their creator-owned crime comics. Let's go back in time and take a look at this early work from the pair! Sleeper is a super powered espionage neo-noir thril…

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Teaching comics in different contexts (college, high school, and middle school)... 35:02

8M ago35:02

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Send us a Text Message. Reading in the Gutter returns with our first episode for Season 2 to discuss "Teaching comics in different contexts (college, high school, and middle school)..." with Jason D. DeHart. In this episode, Dani, Ashley, Stephanie, and Jason consider the similarities and differences in teaching comics at different grade levels, ho…

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Episode 196: Deadly Class Volume 11: A Fond Farewell, Part One 2:48:06

8M ago2:48:06

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We're getting very close to the end of our readthrough of Deadly Class by Rick Remender and Wes Craig. This month, we're covering volume 11, which is comprised of issues 49-52. Join us as we provide our issue-by-issue recaps and commentary!If you have any thoughts, comments, questions, or corrections, we're here. Feel free to hit us up on our socia…

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Episode 195: The Marvels Autopsy 3:23:02

8M ago3:23:02

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We return from our bye week with our autopsy on The Marvels, the latest MCU flick! We've all heard the noise around this one. It's been a polarizing movie, especially if you spend time in online spaces. There's also the box office stats, which led to even more chatter. We're not too interested in the movie's financial success (or lack thereof). We'…

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Episode 194: Sandman Mystery Theatre by Matt Wagner, Steven T. Seagle, & Guy Davis (DC Top 25 - #24) 2:31:13

9M ago2:31:13

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We're continuing our countdown of the top 25 DC comics of all time! Coming in at number 24 on our list, we've got Sandman Mystery Theatre by Matt Wagner, Steven T. Seagle, and Guy Davis! This mature-readers crime noir series set in the late 1930s is a grounded and realistic reimagining of a classic Golden Age superhero. It's more than just a gritty…

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Episode 193: Deadly Class Volume 10: Save Your Generation 3:09:57

9M ago3:09:57

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This week, we're covering Deadly Class volume 10: Save Your Generation! This volume collects issues 45-48 of the series by Rick Remender and Wes Craig! As usual, we're providing recaps and commentary for each issue as we talk through the entire series, one volume per month.If you have any thoughts, comments, questions, or corrections, we're here. F…

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