Best Bronze Age Monsters Podcasts (2024)

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S06E12: Weird War Tales #119 - World Under Glass 1:32:27

21m ago1:32:27

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Fed up with being feared and despised by the civilians they protect, the Commandos jump at a chance to see if the world of 2943 holds an opportunity for them to return to their human states. It gets a little weird. MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmail.com STORE: https://bronzeagemonsters.threadless.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/BronzeAgeM…

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What if classic horror movie monster tropes like Frankenstein, Wolfman, Dracula were turned into a Nazi-fighting group of soldiers? From DC Comics' Creature Commandos 49:26

5d ago49:26

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Vampires, Werewolves and Monsters...oh my! In honor of James Gunn's new DC / Max TV show which is officially kicking off the new DCU, we are talking the history of the Creature Commandos! We go back to their first 1980 appearance in Weird War Tales plus the sporadic attempts to revive the team from the 00s until today. Plus we talk the (Universal) …

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Episode #21 - Hobby Holiday - What? Why? and Bingo! 1:05:40

2h ago1:05:40

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In this episode we chat about the "Hobby Holiday" we are about to embark on with some of our hobby friends - a week of gaming, drinking and eating! We talk about how it all came about, what our plans are and we play a game of hobby bingo. Elsewhere Stef has the quiz "Guess The Year 3", Will can't stop watching Olden Demon's videos and we're both bu…

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The O.G. Video Game system Births a Classic Interstellar SciFi Adventure Comic 1:23:29

5d ago1:23:29

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In this episode, Chris -- in his first one-shot solo episode -- discusses the fan favorite scifi adventure comic ATARI FORCE (1984), written by Gerry Conway and drawn by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. A special projects DC Comics' series took inspiration for the legendary Atari 2600 video game console. + We appreciate your support of the show via Patreon:…

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What if Batman had no money, Superman no family, and Wonder Woman was from hell? From DC's Absolute line of comics 59:53

2h ago59:53

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We are All-In on the Absolute Universe! We talk the brand new Absolute stories featuring Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman. These new stories explore Batman if he wasn't born into wealth, Wonder Woman if she was born in hell and Superman if...well, you'll need to listen to the podcast to learn more. Ep. 147 What if Batman had no money, Superman no …

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DC Comics’ Absolutely Psychedelic SUPERMAN & BATMAN As Drawn By TREVOR VON EEDEN Will Blow Your Mind 53:02

9d ago53:02

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In this “one-shot” episode, Steven offers a solo examination of Trevor Von Eeden's mind-expanding artwork from issues 305 & 307 of DC’s long-running Superman and Batman team-up series, WORLD'S FINEST COMICS. Drop us a line! + Check out our YouTube channel to get a look at some of the fantastic art featured in our episodes. Visit ComicsRotYourBrain.…

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Episode #20 - Game Theory: A new monster hunting game? 1:07:27

22d ago1:07:27

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In this episode we the second instalment of our regular feature where one of us discusses an idea for a game - Game Theory. This time, it's Stef with a game featuring wild monsters and AI robots which leans on the competitive side, giving players some interesting tactical decisions... Also, Stef's converted some disgusting space ships, Will's excit…

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What if multiversal Wiccans / Billy Kaplans (and the rest of the Young Avengers) were pulled in to fight one mega battle to prevent a dimensional takeover? 52:13

10d ago52:13

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Young Avengers assemble! We join Wiccan, Hulkling and the gang as they battle an inter-dimensional parasite controlling their parents in Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie's run from 2013 & 2014. We walk you though the entire story plus discuss when we might see the Young Avengers together in the MCU. Ep. 146 What if multiversal Wiccans / Billy Kapla…

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S06E11: Weird War Tales #117 & #118 1:30:24

1M ago1:30:24

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We've got double your monster pleasure with WWT #117's "A Miracle for Monsters!" and 118's "Heroes Come in Small Sizes" as the Commandos are finally free of Lt. Shrieve and, without a commanding officer, take in the sights of war-time Paris. Then, we learn how they were awarded medals from the King of England! MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmail.com STOR…

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Episode #19 - Hobby Escape Pod with Anvils of Konor 1:25:33

1M ago1:25:33

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This episode we welcome another guest onto the pod! Jack - @anvils_of_konor on Instagram and host of the Scapcode podcast joins us to discuss his Hobby Escape Pod - One game system, a paint range, a miniature rang and a hobby project from his life. Elsewhere, Will is in trim hell, Stef's dipping his toe into Horus Heresy and has a head to head quiz…

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We Have Met The Enemy... And He Is Us! Archie Goodwin & Pepe Moreno's Lost Sci-Fi Classic 3:31:45

23d ago3:31:45

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In this episode, Steve and Chris discuss the serialized story, GENERATION ZERO, from Marvel Comics' defunct Epic Comics flagship book, Epic Illustrated. A sci-fi story written by long-time comic industry luminary Archie Goodwin with painted art by the famed Spanish cartoonist, Pepe Moreno. Check out more of Pepe Moreno's art at https://pepemorenost…

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What if we brought you a rundown of New York Comic Con 2024? Featuring ElliotComicArt 44:48

24d ago44:48

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It's the most wonderful time of the year...New York Comic Con! Guido & Rob are joined by Elliot from ElliotComicArt to discuss some of their amazing experiences, pick ups and memories from NYCC 2024. The gang discuss meeting leading figures in comics like James Tynion IV and Pepe Larraz, hearing about upcoming projects from directors James Gunn & M…

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S06E10: Weird War Tales #116 - The Doorway to Hell! (w/ Matt Harvey!) 1:51:59

1M ago1:51:59

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We're joined by death metal god Matt Harvey (Exhumed, Gruesome, et al) for a jumbled tale of Roman gods, mis-used monsters, and a conversation about how invested Robert Kanigher really was in this book. Check out Matt's music on Bandcamp: https://mattharveymustbedestroyed.bandcamp.com & Exhumed https://exhumed.bandcamp.com/music MAIL: bronzeagemons…

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Episode #18 - Game Theory: A new Tank Combat Game? 1:34:21

1M ago1:34:21

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In this episode we introduce a new regular feature where one of us discusses an idea for a game - Game Theory. This time, it's Will with a post-apocalyptic tank combat game inspired by World of Tanks, with scale modelling in mind too. Also, Stef's stepping into the world of Horus Heresy, and Will introduces a new game of "Hobby Pointless" What we'v…

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What if Salem’s Seven and Agatha Harkness were one being (or something)? (from Marvel Comics Ultimate Fantastic Four) 42:56

2M ago42:56

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Are you ready for the ULTIMATE episode? Marvel's Ultimate Universe that is! We take our first trip to this polarizing run tackling yet another witchy episode with Agatha Harkness and the Salem Seven! We kick off with the Seven's first appearance in the 616 back in 1977 (appropriately enough) before seeing their reboot in 2008. We wrap up by talking…

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S06E09: Weird War Tales #115 - You Can't Pin a Medal on a Robot 1:25:09

1M ago1:25:09

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Meet the new J.A.K.E., same as the old J.A.K.E....or his he? Sgt. Coker & the G.I. Robot get leave in dear old Blighty and end up personal guests of a royal princess in a castle in Scotland! Is this G.I. Robot a pile of nuts and bolts or does he have the capacity to love? The Creature Commandos are also there. MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmail.com STOR…

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Epsiode #17 - Hobby Escape Pod with Ross from Phosphex Party 1:28:51

2M ago1:28:51

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This episode we welcome our first ever guest onto the pod! Ross from the Horus Heresy podcast Phosphex Party joins us to discuss his Hobby Escape Pod - One game system, a paint range, a miniature rang and a hobby project from his life. Elsewhere, Will has been watching conspiracies, Stef's been painting lizards and also has a 2 player quiz! What we…

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B.A.M. Shadow Show #100! Hundredth Episode Spectacular! 1:36:03

2M ago1:36:03

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OUR 100th BONUS SHOW IS FREE TO ALL! WATCH IT ON YOUTUBE W/ THE ART HERE: https://youtu.be/G8CI70uQ4ms Back us on Patreon to access the archive of 99 previous episodes and tons of members-only content! We cover "Return from Oblivion"...Part 8 of the Ulysses Bloodstone Saga, written by John Warner w/ pencils by Val Mayerik and finishes & inks by Son…

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What if Zatanna was one of the first on-screen featured heroic witches from either DC or Marvel? (from Batman: The Animated Series "Zatanna") 55:58

2M ago55:58

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Grab your broomstick or in this case, fishnet stockings, we are talking DC Comics' number one witch: Zatanna. We talk Zatanna's first appearance in 1964, her solo book in 1987 and her appearance on Batman: The Animated Series. Plus, we discuss the unfortunately never realized Zatanna projects and what we'd like to see from her on the big screen. Bo…

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S06E08: Weird War Tales #114 w/ Bryan & Jamie from Marvel by the Month! 1:47:28

2M ago1:47:28

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We're joined by Marvel by Month's Bryan Stratton & Jamie Wenger! Forget Schrödinger's cat; we've got Kanigher's comic. How can a war comic be both ridiculously surreal and disturbingly real at the same time? The commandos go deep undercover in Germany as a traveling circus freakshow to kidnap Einstein's bomb buddy from a Nazi concentration camp! If…

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Episode #16 - Hobby Wrestling and crazy stories! 49:22

2M ago49:22

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In this episode Stef and Will introduce their hobby wrestling personas, complete with catchphrases, outfits, nemesis and special moves. Plus, Stef's painted loads of stuff and Will has one heck of a story... What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/EOVEtul4Y7o - Squidmar painting an army as a surprise https://youtu.be/-y7Faoa9o4Q - Siege of Cthon…

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What if Agatha Harkness was Glinda the Good Witch from Wizard of Oz? From Marvel's Avengers: Fairy Tales #4 50:37

3M ago50:37

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It's almost the witching hour so we are talking Agatha Harkness! We kick off by walking you through Agatha's history in comics, video games and of course, television in preparation for Kathryn Hahn's return in Agatha All Along on Disney+. We walk you through Agatha's debut at the hands of no less than Stan Lee and Jack Kirby that sees our beloved w…

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S06E07: Weird War Tales #112 - The Medusa Sting! 1:02:20

2M ago1:02:20

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After Rommel lands a crushing blow on the Allied forces in Tunisia, the Creature Commandos are sent in to keep the Afrika Corps off balance until reinforcements arrive. Did YOU know about this? Why wasn't this part in the history books??! Anyway, yadda yadda: an ancient gorgon pyramid tomb and some magic wine later, we have doll-sized monsters. All…

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Before DARK KNIGHT and WATCHMEN, DC Comics Published the Most Devilishly FUN Character of the 1980s! 2:29:49

3M ago2:29:49

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Chris and Steven dive into the first five issues of BLUE DEVIL (DC Comics, 1984), a comic book scientifically proven to be the most outrageously fun title of the 1980s; the madcap insanity of it all was written by Dan Mishkin & Gary Cohn, penciled by Paris Cullins, and inked by Pablo Marcos and Gary Martin. Join us, flashback party people… Circuits…

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Episode #15 - Do tabletop games have to be fair? 1:07:46

3M ago1:07:46

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In this episode Stef and Will answer some listener questions. Do tabletop games have to be fair? What's the stupidest hobby related thing they've done? How many 15mm Space Marines can they fit in their mouth?... Plus, Will's hitting the panic button, Stef's trying to find photos of his old models, and Stef has a hobby quiz for Will! What we've been…

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What if Iron Man and Green Lantern amalgamated to become Iron Lantern? From Marvel & DC Comics Iron Lantern #1 1:02:25

3M ago1:02:25

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In brightest day, in blackest night, Dear Watchers is here to set things right! We are back with 11-time returning guest Ethan from MakeMineAmalgam as we talk the Green Lantern / Iron Man hybrid: Iron Lantern! We talk the first appearances of Hal Jordan's Green Lantern and Tony Stark's Iron Man plus the villains Star Sapphire and Madame Masque befo…

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S06E06: Weird War Tales #111 - The Doomsday Robots! 1:38:27

3M ago1:38:27

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Kanigher's newest new G.I. Robot, J.A.K.E. #1 meets up with our motley crew of monstrous misfits when they return to the South Pacific to investigate some mysterious attacks on Allied ships. The resulting adventure defies pithy blurb explanations! MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmail.com STORE: https://bronzeagemonsters.threadless.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: h…

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After Writing BLACK PANTHER, This MARVELous Scribe Co-Created the FIRST AMERICAN GRAPHIC NOVEL! 1:55:52

3M ago1:55:52

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Chris and Steven explore the first few issues of Don McGregor and Paul Gulacy's groundbreaking series, SABRE — a surreal, post-apocalyptic spectacle. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Chris Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) di…

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Episode #14 – Should You Go to a Miniature Painting or Sculpting Course? 1:07:46

4M ago1:07:46

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This week Will and Stef discuss some of the painting courses they've been on, what kind of things they learned and any they would like to go on in the future. (Question from @blade_of_perdition on Instagram) Elsewhere in the episode, Will is painting tiny Eldar and they discuss the new Blood Angel Space Marines from Games Workshop... Plus as always…

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What if Wolverine teams-up with Ka-Zar, Shanna, and Namor to save endangered species from The Conservator? (from Marvel's Wolverine: Global Jeopardy) 55:30

4M ago55:30

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Welcome to the Jungle! We (kind of) break our own rules and cover the wackiness that is Wolverine: Global Jeopard - part prestige book, part PSA. In this 1993 book (with an embossed cover), Wolverine partners with Namor, Ka-Zar and Shanna to confront the mysterious Conservator who is teleporting animals. Coming from the minds of Peter David and Ric…

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S06E05: Weird War Tales #110 (YouTube live!) 1:08:10

3M ago1:08:10

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We took to the YouTubes for the introduction of the newest Commando. If the goal was to tap into humanity's collective unconscious and use our most ancient and intuitive fears as a weapon against our enemies: it doesn't get much older or scarier than our newest "freak"... HISS HISS! You can watch the episode (w/ art included!) HERE. (https://youtub…

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Episode #13 - Getting Bronze at Fen Model Show and 6 Games of Heresy in One Weekend 1:01:47

4M ago1:01:47

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This week Stef shares his experience winning Bronze at Fen Model Show, and Will playing 6 games in one weekend. Elsewhere this episode Will's found a new game, and Stef's found a new YouTube channel... Plus Stef's got a final hobby quiz for Will! What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/HPNC0SioAOE - Awesome Legions Imperialis Board https://youtu…

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What if Deadpool [redacted] the Marvel multiverse? From the MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine 1:02:04

4M ago1:02:04

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It's fourth wall breaking fun as Guido and Rob are joined by Elliot from @ElliotComicArt to discuss the new film Deadpool & Wolverine! We talk our background with the Deadpool franchise (and the Fox Universe Marvel films) before sharing our thoughts on the new Shawn Levy directed film. We wrap up by discussing some of Marvel's big San Diego Comic C…

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S06E04: Weird War Tales #108 & 109 w/ Ryan Pardee 2:18:41

4M ago2:18:41

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We're joined by Ryan Pardee, co-host of The No Ticket Podcast, to talk about the final J.M. DeMatteis-written issue and the 1st issue from veteran comics writer Robert Kanigher. Remember the mission to find French scientist Dr. Frederique? That comes up again (cool!)...with some tragic consequences (sad!). Kanigher's story is 1 part The Dam Busters…

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Episode #12 - Stories from Wargaming - From Drunken Tournament Shenanigans to Flushing Dice 1:10:25

4M ago1:10:25

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This week Stef and Will discuss some some crazy stories from wargaming. Some famous (or infamous) and others personal experiences. Elsewhere this episode Will is still painting the same model, and Stef wants to play some Age of Sigmar... Plus Stef's got another hobby quiz for Will! What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/KrKvud6ZRM0 - Age Of Sig…

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Frank Miller's 1st Choice to Draw BATMAN: YEAR ONE? Meet This Unsung GENIUS ARTIST of '80s Comics! 4:06:56

4M ago4:06:56

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Steven and Chris embark on the paradigm-shattering psychedelic trip that is the first seven issues of THRILLER — published by DC Comics in 1983 — and find themselves awestruck in its wake. One thing is certain: Trevor Von Eeden is a goddamn genius. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekl…

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What if Dick Tracy the movie was instead an HBO mini-series (but in comic book form)? 1:10:53

4M ago1:10:53

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Calling Dear Watchers! Calling Dear Watchers! Grab your yellow fedora and join us for a profile of legendary detective Dick Tracy in comics and on screen! We start by talking through Chester Gould's iconic creation and his grotesque rogues gallery in newspaper strips & comics before diving into Tracy on screen, mainly Warren Beatty's 1990 masterpie…

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S06E03: Weird War Tales #102 & 105 w/ Monster Kid Grace 2:03:14

5M ago2:03:14

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We're joined by friend of the show Grace to talk about 2 short and wild Creature Commandos stories from J.M. DeMatteis and Fred Carrillo. This one's got it all: super-strength brainwashed Nazi kids, latex masks, trapdoors, Hitler doubles, and a Norman Rockwell-esque village in upstate NY crawling with Axis sympathizers. MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmai…

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Episode #11 - Hobby Haikus - From Painting Space Marines to Frustration with Eyes 1:08:17

5M ago1:08:17

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This week Stef and Will have a bash at some Hobby Haikus. Their Japanese poems discuss the joys of painting Space Marines, faving fun playing games and how frustrating it is to paint eyes! Why not have a go at some yourself? Elsewhere this episode Will is getting frothy about a game that he wishes was a tabletop game and Stef talks about his experi…

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What if Batman's origin is tied into the origin of Jack the Ripper? From DC Comics Batman: Gotham by Gaslight 56:09

5M ago56:09

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What's that lurking around the corner? It's the latest episode of Dear Watchers! We head to Victorian era London to discuss the very first Elseworlds comic - Batman: Gotham By Gaslight that sees the Bat tangle with Jack the Ripper. We talk the real life history of Jack the Ripper plus his many appearance in fiction, from Time After Time to From Hel…

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S06E02: Weird War Tales #100 - Dinosaur Convoy 1:07:55

5M ago1:07:55

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Mike W. Barr takes up writing duties as Lt. Shrieve and his "Freaks" are deployed to Dinosaur Island from The War That Time Forgot stories of DC's past. The Allies' pet monsters encounter Japanese troops and a whole mess of "Thunder Lizards." Plus, Matt's daughter Athena judges the haiku contest. Art by Bob Hall & Jerry Ordway. We'll be back next w…

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Episode #10 - From Rubbish Paints to Skirmish Games, What's Changed in the Hobby Since We Started? 1:13:00

5M ago1:13:00

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In this episode Will & Stef discuss what's changed in the hobby in the 20+ years since we both started. Everything from the type of games, quality of paints, tools and miniature kits. Plus, Stef gets his own back on Will with a new Guess The Year quiz, and we talk Battlefleet Gothic. What we've been watching: https://youtu.be/UXcfK4GGIO0 - Lizard o…

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BAM Shadow Show: The Ulysses Bloodstone Saga, Pt. 1 44:18

5M ago44:18

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We're bi-weekly now! On our off weeks, we'll be publishing 'shadow show' that covers different bronze-age goodness. During Season 6, we'll be looking at the life and times of immortal monster hunter Ulysses Bloodstone. We're making the first part a freebie for all to check out. We HIGHLY recommend you check out the video version w/ art HERE. We'll …

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BAM S05 Finale 1:54:46

5M ago1:54:46

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We have had requests for the Season 5 finale to be published as audio only. Here it is. MAIL: bronzeagemonsters@gmail.com STORE: https://bronzeagemonsters.threadless.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/BronzeAgeMonsters DISCORD: https://discord.gg/NcFaq9Ednq VM: 971-220-JUNKBy Bronze-Age Monsters

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What if Snagglepuss (the Hanna Barbera cartoon lion) was gay (& also an iconic American playwright)? From DC Comics Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles 56:12

6M ago56:12

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Heavens to Murgatroyd! We're back with another Pride Month episode. This week we are covering Mark Russell's extraordinary 2018 miniseries Exit, Stage Left!: The Snagglepuss Chronicles that sees the effete pink lion turned Tennessee Williams-esque playwright drinking at the Stonewall and battling HUAC. We also talk Snagglepuss (and Hanna Barbara's …

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The MOST DANGEROUS Comic Book Ever Published 1:30:32

6M ago1:30:32

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In this episode, Chris and Steven confront highly disturbing revelations about the CIA and American global politics, courtesy of the explosive whistleblower comic, BROUGHT TO LIGHT (Eclipse Comics, 1988), written by Alan Moore and drawn by Bill Sienkiewicz. Buckle up, folks. This is a wild one. BROUGHT TO LIGHT really is the most dangerous comic bo…

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S06E01: Weird War Tales #93 & #97 1:56:14

6M ago1:56:14

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We kick off our first non-Marvel season with TWO short stories from Weird War Tales: "The Creature Commandos!" and "The Faceless Enemy" written by J.M. DeMatteis with art from Pat Broderick, John Celardo, and Fred Carrillo. The U.S. has created Project M to use man's inherent fear of monsters to give the Allies the advantage in the war against the …

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Episode #9 - F**k, Marry, Kill - Warhammer The Old World 1:15:54

6M ago1:15:54

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In this episode we choose which characters from Warhammer The Old World we would F**k, Marry and Kill... Plus, Will talks about his experience at his first Horus Heresy event, Stef went to UK Games Expo and it's the fourth round of the Paint Pot Challenge - can Stef get at least 10 points out of 40? What we've watched: https://youtu.be/EiyX_hQSDIQ …

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What if Wolverine was gay (and an exile from another world named Howlett who was boyfriends with Hercules)? 1:05:49

6M ago1:05:49

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Happy Pride Month, Bub! After many X-Men episodes we are finally focusing on the most famous X-Man of all: Wolverine! We romp through many multiverses and meet Howlett, a gay version of Wolverine who is in a relationship with Hercules. We start by covering Wolverine's legendary first appearance in The Incredible Hulk before tackling Howlett's debut…

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Episode #8 - What would you take on the Hobby Escape Pod? 1:04:46

6M ago1:04:46

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You're on a ship in deep space. The self destruct has been activated and you can only take some essentials with you on the escape pod - 1 wargame, 1 paint rage, 1 miniatures range and 1 of your hobby projects... what would you take? In this Episode Stef and Will make their choices for the Hobby Escape Pod. Plus Stef shares his experience from MPO B…

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