Comic Book Time Machine

Daniel looks at another franchise from his childhood retranslated into comic form in IDW’s G.I. Joe: The Fall of G.I. Joe Volume One.  Daniel discusses his expectations for a property who’s strongest memories were tied to a cartoon and how his expectations were shattered.  And he includes his thoughts on …

Ben unwraps another sealed, blind polybag, this time with comics that are mostly by Top Cow, with one notable exception. Don’t read on if you want to experience the comics as Ben reveals what he’s about to read and then deep dives into this $3.99 bag that promises $15 of …

Daniel discusses Knight Rider: Volume 1 published by Lion Force Comics and IDW written by Geoffrey Thorne.  Daniel gives a thumbnail of the story.  And then he goes all 80s discussing differences in the story for the original television show, including what he liked and did not like.

In this episode, Matt is joined by the host of the “Voices In My Head” podcast, Rick Lee James (www.rickleejames.com) as they discuss the classic Spider-Man story from 1965, “The Master Planner Saga.”

When Ben has Matt and Daniel help him pick a random comic from his “want to read” pile, he ends up with a comic that he just plain did not want to record about after reading it, it was that bad. So he chose to switch the random selection and …

Here’s the experiment: Ben wants to read through the classic Marvel licensed books that coincided with Star Wars, so during these episodes he reads a full month of Marvel’s sci-fi comics based on books, TV, and movies! Titles, so far, include Human Fly, Star Wars, Godzilla, John Carter of Mars, …

Daniel, Ben and Matt talk about a recent convention going experience that included a couple challenges and some surprises. 1. What is the most boring comic Ben ever read? Find out here! 2. Who found the best thing for under $4, Ben or Matt? 3. Opening some blind bags — …

Ben finds a $3 poly bag of comics at a Dollar General store, boasting four popular comics worth over $10 (plus a free bonus trading card!). What’s inside? Ben opens it while recording, finding two comics he never heard of, one comic he adores, and a comic he read twenty …

Daniel reviews the new Comic Block subscription service from Nerd Block.  Daniel discusses his thoughts on the contents, what he liked and did not, and his thoughts on a monthly subscription. Nerd Block can be found at https://www.nerdblock.com/comic Review Copy Provided by Nerd Block

“Time Runs Out” is a Marvel event that started in September 2014. This event stars the Avengers, and is the next big part of the story that Jonathan Hickman has been telling in both “Avengers” and “New Avengers” since he took over those titles at the beginning of the Marvel …

Here’s the experiment: Ben wants to read through the classic Marvel licensed books that coincided with Star Wars, so during these episodes he reads a full month of Marvel’s sci-fi comics based on books, TV, and movies! Titles, so far, include Human Fly, Star Wars, Godzilla, John Carter of Mars, …

With DC’s “Convergence” and Marvel’s “Secret Wars” bringing an end to both the New 52 and Marvel NOW!, Daniel and Matt give their Top 5 picks for the best comic book series to come out of these two eras in comic book history. After hearing their picks, let us know …

Daniel reads through and discusses Star Trek: Harlan Ellison’s The City on the Edge of Forever The Original Teleplay. Daniel confesses his history with Star Trek and the story itself. He compares the comic adaptation with the original Star Trek episode from 1967.

“Spider-Verse” is a Marvel event that began during the fall of 2014.  In this event, every Spider-Man from the entire Marvel Multiverse will be featured during the course of the story.  “Spider-Verse” officially kicked off with The Amazing Spider-Man #9 in November of 2014.  In this two-part podcast series, Matt is joined by …

Grant Morrison’s “The Multiversity” has been in the works for a long time.  Was it worth the wait?  Does it make any sense?  What is this book trying to say? Most important: do we like it? Join Daniel, Matt, and Ben as they explore DC Comics’ multiverse in “The Multiversity!” …

Ben has been on a bionic kick lately, and a recent find at a local comic shop has helped scratch that itch. These classic comics from the 70’s tie-in to the television bionic phenomenon . . . but do they live up to the pop culture giants of the television shows? …

In this episode, we talk about comics we have wanted to read or have planned to read. And now that we WILL read. This is a list of 10 comic issues, series, or graphic novels that we want to read for pleasure, not for Comic Book Time Machine episodes. In …

It’s Superman vs. Spider-Man in a battle of the ages! or something along those lines. Ben’s #1 favorite superhero meets Matt’s #1 favorite superhero! What happens when Marvel and DC’s greatest creations meet? Do Lex Luthor and Dr. Octopus make for a good team-up? Does this giant-sized comic book live …

Daniel reviews the April 2015 Comic Bento Cloak and Dagger subscription box.  Daniel discusses his thoughts on the four titles in the box; The Shadow Volume 1, The Coldest City, Hit List, and Unity Volume 1: To Kill a King.  Daniel provides his thoughts on the Comic Bento program including pricing and value, comparasions to other programs, and …

Here’s the experiment: Ben wants to read through the classic Marvel licensed books that coincided with Star Wars, so during these episodes he reads a full month of Marvel’s sci-fi comics based on books, TV, and movies! Titles, so far, include Human Fly, Star Wars, Godzilla, John Carter of Mars, …