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Eddie and James B discuss the characters and the tales of The Amazing Spider-Man Marvel comic books blending accurate descriptions, serious discussions and laid back humor for a quick ride averaging 2 issues every 30 minutes. This podcast is for MCU fans looking for background stories as well as serious collectors who would like to join in for a full read through. These first time readers also share what they like and don‘t like about the artwork, the writing, the characters and the stories ...
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HUMBOLDT COUNTY IS THE PREMIER REGION FOR GROWING CANNABIS IN THE WORLD. SEAN AND ROB EXPLORE DIFFERENT CULTIVARS WITH BREEDERS AND FARMERS OF HUMBOLDT CANNABIS. WE REVIEW STRAINS AND MORE ABOUT THE SOCIAL EFFECTS OF THE WAR ON DRUGS TO THE COMMUNITY AND HOW SHOWCASE HOW FAMILIES FROM THE EMERALD TRIANGLE ARE RISING FROM THE ASHES.
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Episode 247. James B and Eddie discuss whether Peter and MJ will relocate in Kansas and are there other superheroes there? Can the Sandman ever really be trusted? James B loses track of who “The Prowler” is while Eddie enjoys NY writers scripting Spider-Man in other cities. (01:22) From July of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 302 “Mid…
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Episode 246. James B and Eddie debate whether The Web of Spider-Man or Spectacular Spider-Man has the better books in July, August and September of 1988. (01:03) From July, August, September, October of 1988 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 40, 41, 42, and 43 “All you need is Love”, “That Old-Time Religion”, “Pressure!”, “Autodafe or… ‘nobody ex…
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Episode 245. James B and Eddie discuss Todd McFarlane’s Venom art, Eddie’s fear of Venom’s teeth and Peter’s new job in Hollywood. (01:55) From May of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 300 “Venom” Written by David Michelinie and Art by Todd McFarlane (07:50) From June of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 301 “The Sable Gaunt…
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Episode 244. James B and Eddie discuss the honeymoon of Peter and MJ, John Wick movies, Immigration Laws in England and why Captain America is working with La Tarantula. (01:20) From November of 1987 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man “The Honeymoon” by James C Owsley, Alan Kupperberg and Fished art by Jim Fern and Al Milgrom…
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Episode 243. James B and Eddie are joined by some of the #DrunkPete gang to cover a trio of books with fake serial killers, fake Hobgoblins and spiked punch bowls. Plus, they discuss whether Fabian Nicieza made a larger impact on Spider-Man or this Deadpool character I have never heard of.. (03:11) From April of 1988 Stan Lee presents, Web of Spide…
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Episode 242. James B and Eddie spend April Fools Day covering The World’s Greatest Comic, The Fantastic Four. (01:04) Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, with assistance from George Klein and Christopher Rule present The Fantastic Four 1 “the Fantastic Four!” cover date: November of 1961 (5:39) From January of 1962 The Fantastic Four 2 “Meet the Skrulls from …
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Episode 241. James B and Eddie are joined by Ian to discuss the first Todd McFarlane Spider-Man books, if your music teacher is mean, and is a comic book about the Nutcracker Ballet fun or boring. (01:18) From March of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 298 “Chance Encounter!” written by David Michelinie, pencils by Todd McFarlane, and i…
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Episode 240. James B and Eddie discuss the return of the Sin Eater, the name change of the series, what to do in Romulus Michigan, and how static electricity works. (01:26) From January of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Spectacular Spider-Man 134 “Sincere” by Peter David, Pencils by Sal Buscema and Inks by Vince Colletta (05:49) From February of 1988 S…
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Episode 239. James B and Eddie read a comic based on a tv show about a comic. Also Peter goes back to school, and Spider-Man plays football with one hand tied behind his back. From January, February, and March of 1988 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 34, 35, and 36 “Fourth and Eternity” “You Can Go Home Again!” and “Phreak-Out!” Written by Jim S…
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Episode 238. James B and Eddie read a book where Doc Ock kills an innocent person but chooses to let Spider-man live. Peter might have a new financial backer for all his new inventions. Eddie over analyzes tea, and JJJ sends Peter back to the Savage Land. (02:04)January of 1988 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 296 “Force of Arms” by David M…
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Episode 237. James B and Eddie read Ann Nocenti’s 1987 Mad Dog Ward Trilogy across all three Spider-Man titles. (02:38) From Dec of 1987 PPtSSM 133 “I am Spider!” by Nocenti, Martin, inked by Joe Rubinstein (05:58) From December of 1987 ASM 295 “Mad Dogs” Part 2 written by Ann Nocenti, Penciled by Cyndy Martin, Ink by Kyle Baker (07:31) From Dec of…
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Episode 236 James B and Eddie discuss The Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21 after a quick visit down memory lane with their thoughts on the previous 20 "The Amazing Spider-Man" Annuals. (01:54) Review of The Amazing Spider-Man Annuals 1-20 (13:34) From September of 1987 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21 “The Wedding” by Michelinie, Ryan…
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Episode 235. James B and Eddie discuss the six part saga Kraven’s Last Hunt. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by Eddie. Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/ (01:59) From October and November …
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Episode 234. James B and Eddie discuss the return of the Black Cat and her new costume and the return of the Hobgoblin after his death. (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - LRSM (01:35) From July of 1987 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 128 “Spider Hunt” Written by Peter David, Art by Alan Kupperberg (06:07) This story carries into the …
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G. W. Thomas and M. D. Jackson talk with Oliver Brackenbury, the publisher of New Edge Sword and Sorcery magazine. We talk about the ongoing funding campaign, how he managed to convince Michael Moorcock to write a tale for the first issue and what exciting new developments there will be as the magazine continues. --- Send in a voice message: https:…
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Episode 233. James B and Eddie discuss four Marvel Team Up books including a story about The Statue of Liberty that Peter tells MJ featuring multiple detailed scenes when he was not present! Eddie ranks Wolverine above the punisher and Peter does just about the dumbest thing ever, according to... himself. (02:14) From June of 1987 Stan Lee presents…
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Episode 232. James B and Eddie discuss the missing parts of The Hobgoblin Saga that are covered in a special Spider-Man Versus Wolverine Comic. Plus the Spider Slayer is back and headed to Pennslyvania. Finally we ask how important is the vintage comic Terry and the Pirates, did Spider-Man kill Wolverine’s girlfriend and how smelly is Peter Parker?…
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Episode 231. James B and Eddie celebrate Valentine’s Day with three Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man books involving parents and their children. (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Tuesdays with Spidey (01:05) From April of 1987 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 125, “Wrecking Havoc!” written by Danny Fingeroth, Penciled by Jim M…
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Episode 230. James B and Eddie are joined by Let’s Read Spider-Man science expert Dana to break down Web of Spider-Man issues featuring cosmic aliens and a major car manufacturer. No plotlines are resolved, but this podcast is full of facts, important ones and not so important ones, which means there is something for everyone! (03:56) From April of…
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Episode 229. James B and Eddie read three excellent books and The Hobgoblin’s identity is finally revealed. (01:26) From April of 1987 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 287 “...And There Shall come a Reckoning” Written by Jim Owsley, Pencils by Erik Larsen, Inks by Art Nichols (05:53) From May of 1987 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man…
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Episode 228. James B and Eddie invite friend of the podcast Ian Cooper back to run a Kraven the Hunter quotations game. (00:35)Sponsor - Straight and Narrow with Dr. Jonas Harrow (01:59) From January of 1987 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 122 “Father’s Night Out” Written by Peter David, Penciled by Rich Buckler and Malcol…
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Episode 227. James B and Eddie discuss three Web of Spider-Man books and then cover a bonus book from 1976 and play a four minute game, all in under 20 minutes. Galloping Guacamole! (02:45) From January of 1987 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 22 “Profit of Doom” written by Len Kaminski, Penciled by Marc Silvestri, Ink by Art Nichols. (03:49) Fr…
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Episode 226. James B and Eddie discuss whether Peter will quit being Spider-Man, whether Hammerhead is really dead this time and what he would choose when he goes out to eat. Plus, a villain kills a cop and MJ has no boundaries. (01:33) From January of 1987 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 284 “And Who Will Stand Against Them?” by DeFalco, …
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Episode 225. James B and Eddie celebrate another milestone episode number by checking in with Spider-Man's foe the Kingpin as he wreaks havoc on Matt Murdock in this classic storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and E…
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Episode 224. James B and Eddie discuss Jazz Musicians from the 1920’s, Peter’s female neighbors and if Gloria Grant is a time traveler. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Ace II. Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fe…
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Episode 223. James B and Eddie debate whether The Amazing Spider-Man 169 & 170 are good books or just better than recent books The JJJ photos plotline is resolved. Should lasers be “deadly” is discussed. Eddie shares his knowledge on psychedelic mind control studies. (01:46) From October, November and December of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spide…
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Episode 222. James B and Eddie debate if Jack O’Lantern is a real villain or a joke. JJJ hires the X-Men to hunt Spider-man. Iron Man travels back in time to kill a kid! James B shares a candy story and Eddie makes his New Year’s Resolution (02:25) From October of 1986 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 281 “When Warriors Clash–!” Written by …
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Episode 221. James B and Eddie cover three books and two actually have Spider-Man in them. Can you have a good Spider-Man book without Spider-Man? Listen to the debate and choose a side! Oh yeah, and it’s Christmas isn’t it? (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Another Brick in the Wall (03:11) From July of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Sp…
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Episode 220. James B and Eddie read a quartet of Web of Spider-Man books including a New Mutants crossover, a pie stealing thief and a girl living behind a brick wall. Curious what we are talking about? So are we… I mean, read on! Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by James …
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Episode 219. James B and Eddie discuss Flash’s relationship with Betty. Eddie enjoys a book without Spider-Man in it. Eddie celebrates a new super villain group and James B remenices about The Toad and Ollie Osnick. (01:18) From July of 1986 Stan Lee presents ASM 278 “If This Be Justice–” Written by Tom Defalco, Peter David and Jo Duffy, Pencils by…
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Episode 218. James B and Eddie discuss three books with dark themes. Eddie is disturbed by the themes but later Dr. Strange appears and Eddie isn’t disturbed. The golden notebook makes another appearance. Aunt May’s borders get into more situations. (01:24) From April of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 113 “mayhem!” B…
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Episode 217. James B and Eddie read about Spider-Man spending time saving a criminal instead of apprehending him. The gold notebook plotline is resolved and is Joy Mercado going to replace MJ as Peter’s love interest? Listen to find out! (01:32) From May, June, July of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 14-16 “All that Glitters”, “Fox Hunt”, …
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Episode 216. James B and Eddie discuss who is sanding furniture on the rooftop of Peter's building, how bad James B is at Chess and how bad the covers spoil what happens in the books. All that and more in three books from 1986 from the flagship title. (01:17) From April of 1986 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 275 “The Choice and the Challe…
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Episode 215. James B and Eddie discuss three books, including one of the best issues of Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man of all time. Santa Claus comes to Midtown. A new girl kisses Peter. (01:58) From January of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-man 110 “All my Sins remembered” By Peter David, Rich Buckler and Inked…
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Episode 214. James B and Eddie debate whether Spider-Man is a menace, JJJ is a bully, and whether Peter’s apartment caught on fire or just suffered smoke damage. (01:26) From Feb, March, and April of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 11,12 and 13 “Have you seen that Vigilante Man”, “Law and Order”, and “Point of View”, Written by Danny Finge…
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Episode 213. James B and Eddie dive deep into the Tom DeFalco era. Eddie discusses the historical crime rates of New York. Spider-Man is offered cash to fight the Beyonder. (02:24) From January of 1986 Stan Lee presents ASM 272 “Make Way for Slyde!” written by Tom DeFalco, Penciled by Sal Buscema, Finished by Kyle Baker (08:23) From February of 198…
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Episode 212. James B and Eddie complain about Daredevil not wanting to get involved during the continuing four partt saga The Death of Jean DeWolff. Spider-Man learns how Captain DeWolff felt about him and feels emotions. Eddie too has “real emotional thoughts” as we read about a bunch of funerals and more murders including the death of a priest in…
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Episode 211. James B and Eddie read a trio of Web of Spider-Man issues dealing with serious social issues, the past, and some heavy topics. Also the Shocker. (01:25) From November of 1985 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 8, 9, 10 “Local SuperHero!”, “The Twilight Heroes”, and “There, But for Fortune!” Written by David Michelinie and Danny Finger…
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Episode 210. James B and Eddie read what they believe is the first Spider-Man issue produced by an all female lineup. (03:14) From November of 1985 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 270 “The Hero and the Holocaust!” by Tom Defalco, Ron Frenz and Bob Mcleod (05:41) From December of 1985 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-man 271 “What happe…
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Episode 209. James B and Eddie discuss a Michael Jackson look alike, Janet Van Dyne in lingerie and part one of the death of Jean DeWolff (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Just Thinking About It Fills My Pallet With Savage Desire (01:52) From Oct 1985 Stan Lee Presents Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 5 “Ace” by David, Beachum and Rubenstein (0…
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Episode 208. James B and Eddie are joined by Sara Pezel to discuss breakfast foods for guests, breakfast foods served by Pizza places and insults from old people. (02:15) From Sept of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 268 “This Gold is Mine” by DeFalco, Ferenz and Rubenstein (06:56) From Oct of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-…
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Episode 207. James B and Eddie discuss Spider-Man’s encounter with The Beyonder, The Kingpin, Doctor Octopus and a villain named Nightmare in this second podcast for the 1985 Web of Spider-Man spin-off that replaced Marvel Team-Up. Segments in this episode include: The Villains, Spider-Man, The Daily Bugle, Mary Jane, Aunt May, Live from the Daily …
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Episode 206. James B and Eddie discuss three books including one with an important new character, one of James B’s favorite issues of The Amazing Spider-Man and one book that Eddie doesn’t care for. Prepare for controversy in this episode of Let’s Read Spider-Man. (01:03) From June of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 265 “Trade Secret”…
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Episode 205. James B and Eddie debate how Gwen Stacy died. Eddie learns something about the Spider-Sense. A returning villain turns himself in. (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Jake Jones Wedding Photog Podcast (02:10) From April of 1985 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM 101 “Echos” by Cary Burkett, Juan Alacantara and Jack Abel (05:52) From May of 1985 Stan Lee pre…
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Episode 204. James B and Eddie look for villains in The Amazing Spider-Man 262, 263 and 264. Discussions include the best way to eat Spinach, how the writers should handle the birth of Liz’s baby and Eddie’s success or failure with his attempt to use his excited voice. (02:12) From March of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 262 “Trade S…
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Episode 203. James B and Eddie have a new book title and a new show format as they cover 1985 Web of Spider-Man issues 1-3. Segments in this episode include: Writing and Drawing for Web of Spider-Man 1 - 3, The Villains, Spider-Man, The Daily Bugle, Mary Jane, Aunt May, What Did Spider-Man Do, Live from the Daily Bugle and The Most Shocking Moment.…
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Episode 202. James B and Eddie find out Flash’s secret. Eddie enjoys a new villain. It’s some of James B’s favorite issues from his childhood on today’s episode! (00:27) - PPPPN Droning On (02:53) From January of 1985 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM 98 “True Confessions!” by Milgrom, Trimpe and Mooney (07:25) From February of 1985 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM…
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Episode 201. James B and Eddie discuss important topics such as if the Rose is an important character, the identity of the Hobgoblin and if Peter Parker should be dressing up as a mover for Halloween. (01:09) From December of 1984, Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 18 “The Scorpion Takes a Bride!” by Plot Tom DeFalco, Art by Ron Frenz, Bob L…
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Episode 200. James B and Eddie celebrate 200 episodes and the conclusion of covering MTU with their top 10 favorite Marvel Team Up issues. Can you guess what they are going to pick before you listen? No hints in the podcast summary. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by Jame…
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Episode 199. James B and Eddie discuss if The Answer is a good villain and if Felicia Hardy can be called “The Cat”. A listener writes about their favorite podcast. Is it this podcast? Listen to find out! (00:22) Sponsor PPPPN - Some Like It Hat (01:29) From October of 1984 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM 95 “The Dagger at the End of the Tunnel!” Story an…
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