Better Than Fiction
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsYour hosts DL Nelson and Scott Sackett will talk comic books, movies, TV, games and art. Whatever they find interesting or entertaining will be discussed.
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Episode #285! Our walk through the Dungeon (and Dragons Art & Arcana) p.1!
August 07, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 19.4 MBEpisode #285! This week Scott and DL decided to do something special. Listen as they take a walk through a dungeon. The book "Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana" that is! They go page by page through this over-sized 400+ page tomb (tome). This fantastic book is a visual history of TSR's greatest game and should not be missed by any D&D fan. Definitely check it out!
Episode #284! House of M, Bravo for Adventure and The Walking Dead!
July 30, 2019 00:00 - 57 minutes - 14 MBEpisode #284! On this episode Scott starts us off by bringing the beautiful over-sized book "House of M" noir et blanc edition to the table. Next up DL has "The Dynamite Art of Alex Ross". Barry spotlights Alex Toth's "Bravo for Adventure". After that we all discuss Robert Kirkman's decision to abruptly end "The Walking Dead". To close down this episode Scott talks a little tv with "Metal Hurlant Chronicles". Then Barry bring the films "Detour" and "Tremors" to the podcast. Tremors?
Episode #283! The Dream of X, Johnny Quest, and Torpedo!
July 24, 2019 00:00 - 51 minutes - 12.5 MBEpisode #283! Welcome back! This week the gang is all here. To start us off returning guest Ellis Goodson sheds some light on the book "The Dream of X" by William Hodgson. Next up, DL focuses on Sanchez Abduli and Bernet's "Torpedo" vols. 1-5. Barry has the newly released bluray "Johnny Quest - The Complete Original Series". To close down this episode Scott talks about the podcast "Cartoonist KayFabe" and "Hip Hop Family Tree". Give it a listen!
Episode #282! Godzilla, Domu, John Wick and Rocketman!
July 17, 2019 00:00 - 56 minutes - 13.8 MBEpisode #282! We are all back with our week of pop-culture. First up Barry tells us about the movie "Godzilla King of the Monsters". DL talks about the action packed flick "John Wick 3 Parabellum". Scott tells us about Katsuhiro Otomo's "Domu A Child's Dream". We then talk a little about Paul Pope's "THB" series. To close down this episode DL talks a little "Rocketman". Give it a listen!
Spider-Man Far From Home Special!
July 08, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 13.1 MBSpider-Man Far From Home is in the theaters now. This week DLNelson, Scott Sackett, Barry Burris and returning guest Ellis Goodson join together to talk about Marvel's newest movie. Where does it rank with the other Spider-Man movies? Is it worth seeing in the theater? Of course it is. Listen as we discuss some of the major plot points. It goes without saying there are Spoilers Ahead!
Episode #281! John Byrne X-Men pages, Frank Cho art and Clue!
July 01, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 13.3 MBEpisode #281! This week we spotlight work from creators John Byrne and Frank Cho. First up Scott focuses on the new John Byrne X-Men pages. Will it ever get printed? Next, DL has Frank Cho's "Apes and Babes" vol.1. Also this episode, another "DL Has Issues". This week he brings "Clue Candlestick" #1 to the table. Check it out!
Episode #280! Criminal, Entourage, Deadwood and The Dirt!
June 25, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 18.8 MBEpisode #280! This week Scott Sackett and DLNelson start off with a little TV talk. They have wrapped-up their viewings of HBO's "Entourage" and "Deadwood" and discuss each show. Next up Scott teases the (Italian?) "House of M" book. DL has "issues" with Brubaker and Phillips' "Criminal". To close down this episode DL dishes Scott "The Dirt". Check it out!
Episode #279! Five questions about Super Heroes!
June 18, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 17.8 MBEpisode #279! This week DL and Scott are back (without Barry) to answer questions about Super Heroes. Listen as we take turns asking each other questions about Super Heroes. Our discussion ranges from TV and movies to comics and cartoons. Check it out!
Episode #278! Hellboy, Florescent Black and George Perez!
June 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 15.6 MBEpisode #278! This week Scott Sackett and DLNelson talk comic books and art. DL has "Hellboy vs Lobster Johnson: The Ring Of Death" and Nathan Fox's "Fluorescent Black". Scott sheds some light on Ed Piskor and Jim Ruggs' "Cartoonist KAYFABE". To wrap this episode up Scott bring the very nice "The Art of George Perez" to the table. Check it out!
Episode #277! The New Teen Titans, Grandville and Secret Path!
June 05, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 14.3 MBEpisode #277! The gang is back together for another all-new episode. Check it out! Tonight we discuss George Perez and "The New Teen Titans". Then we dive into Bryan Talbot's "Grandville" vols. 1-5. After that we revisit Jeff Lemire's true story "Secret Path". We have movie talk featuring "Layer Cake". Recently "Gotham", "Game Of Thrones" and "The Big Bang Theory" have wrapped-up. We discuss endings of each. All that and Ellis Goodson!
Episode #276! Free Comic Book Day 2019, Entourage and Game of Thrones!
May 28, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 16.7 MBEpisode #276! This week Scott is back but Barry is out. Bummer! DL gives his winners of Free Comic Book Day 2019! Scott talks about a recent trip and the Marvel Comics X-Men Index. After that we have HBO TV talk with "Entourage" and "Game Of Thrones"! Give this episode a listen!
Episode #275! Fan Expo Dallas and Avengers Endgame!
May 23, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 17.8 MBEpisode #275! This week since Scott is away it's the DL and Barry show. DL starts off with all things Fan Expo Dallas. Listen as he recounts Friday evening's John Byrne panel. Then he discusses Saturday's very funny "Smallville" panel. After that Barry and DL talk a little "Avengers Endgame". YES, There will be spoilers!
Episode #274! Pet Sematary, VHS Massacre and Endgame!
May 15, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 18.1 MBEpisode #274! Barry is away, but Scott and DL are back to talk some "Cool Stuff". First up, Scott has the R. Crumb letters book "Your Vigor For Life Appalls Me". Next DL talks about the new film "Pet Sematary". After that Scott has two documentaries. First is "The Rock - Ed Wood Of The 21st Century". Next is "VHS Massacre". To close down this episode DL has some (Very Spoiler Free) Avengers Endgame talk. Check it out.
Episode #273! Game Of Thrones, Secret Path and Little Bird!
May 08, 2019 00:00 - 57 minutes - 13.8 MBEpisode #273! Barry Burris and DLNelson are back again without Scott Sackett (who is away on assignment). Once again they focus on their week of pop-culture goodness. First up DL gives Barry a pitch to watch "Game Of Thrones". Next up Barry has the TV show "After Life" starring Ricky Gervais. After that DL brings two first issues to the table. First is "Major X" written and drawn by Rob Liefeld. Next up is Image Comics' "Little Bird". Barry continues the comic book talk with the very nice ov...
Episode #272! The Sons of El Topo, Defenders, Upgrade Soul and Joker!
May 01, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 15 MBEpisode #272! This week Scott Sackett couldn't be here but Barry Burris and DLNelson have plenty to talk about. This week our main focus is trades and graphic novels. First up we talk Marvel Comics with "Defenders: Indefensible" by Giffen, DeMatteis and Maguire. After that we take another look at "Upgrade Soul" by Ezra Claytan Daniels. Our last book is "The Sons of El Topo vol. 1 Cain" by Jodorowsky and Ladronn. After that Barry talks movies with "Broadcast News" and "Camera Person". To clos...
Episode #271! KISS, Forever and Blow-Up!
April 22, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 15.1 MBEpisode #271! This week we talk rock concerts, TV and movies. First up, DL tells of his recent experience as part of the KISS army. Was it a pleasant experience? Listen for details! After that it's movie time. Barry has been busy watching movies. Listen as he gives us the rundown on "The Ice Storm", "In A Lonely Place", "They Live By Night", "Blow-Up", "Roma" and "Something Wild". To close down this episode Scott talks about the Amazon Prime show "Forever". Check it out!
Episode #270! My Favorite Thing Is Monsters, Flash Gordon and The King's Mouth!
April 16, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 12 MBEpisode #270! We are at full strength this week since Scott is back. Listen as we talk books, an art installation and a documentary. First up, Barry has the very nice "Flash Gordon - The Complete Daily Strips". Next, Scott talks about an art installation here in OKC created by one of his favorite bands - "The Flaming Lips". After that DL talks about a possible contender for book of the year: Emil Ferris' "My Favorite Thing Is Monsters". To close down this episode Scott has the documentary "S...
Episode #269! Captain Marvel, Documentary Now and Fritz the Cat!
April 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 14.9 MBEpisode #269! This week Scott Sackett is away. However DLNelson and Barry Burris have plenty of "Cool Stuff" to talk about. To start off we talk R. Crumb's "Fritz the Cat". After that it's documentary talk. First is more talk of "Fyre". Then Barry talks "Out For Blood". Next up DL has ""Won't You Be My Neighbor?". Barry talks TV with "Documentary Now season 3". To close down this episode we talk a little bit about "Captain Marvel". Enjoy!
Episode #268! Shepard Fairey, Harvey Kurtzman and Atari Game Over!
April 02, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 14.2 MBEpisode #268! We have more "Cool Stuff" this week from your hosts DLNelson, Scott Sackett and Barry Burris. First up Barry has the terrific art book "Covert to Overt - The Under / Overground Art of Shepard Fairey". Next, DL has two Harvey Kurtzman books to check out. First is "Harvey Kurtzman - Retrospective of a Mad Genius". Then book two is "Goodman Beaver". After that, Scott has the documentary "Atari: Game Over" which focuses on how E.T. played a roll in the fall of Atari. To close down...
Episode #267! Garden of Glass, Terror Assaulter and Doom Patrol!
March 27, 2019 00:00 - 59 minutes - 14.8 MBEpisode #267! We are back with our pop-culture highlights of the week. First up, Scott has rocker Ian Hunter's wonderful recount of life on the road with "Diary of a Rock "n" Roll Star". Next up, Barry talks some Marvel Cinema and Disney's reinstatement of James Gunn to direct "Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3". After that we focus on three books. First Barry has "Gardens of Glass" by Lando. Next DL has "Terror Assaulter" by Benjamin Marra. And to close down this episode Scott has "Showcase Pr...
Episode #266! Apollo 11, The Hero and How To Make It In America!
March 19, 2019 00:00 - 59 minutes - 14.7 MBEpisode #266! This week we are back for a large helping of "Cool Stuff"! First up Barry talks a little about Alexis Ziritt art with a shout out to his Capes and Cowl Comics t-shirt. DL continues the focus on Ziritt with "Space Riders". Next up Scott has the tv series "How To Make It In America". Barry talks docs with "Apollo 11". Ellis Goodson is back with the book "Ask The Dust" by John Fante. DL bring the 2 volume set of "The Hero" by David Rubin. Barry talks TV with "True Detective season...
Episode #265! They Shall Not Grow Old, Bohemian Rhapsody and Frazetta!
March 12, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 16.2 MBEpisode #265! This week Barry, Scott and DL are back with four movies to discuss. First up, DL has "They Shall Not Grow Old", a film by Peter Jackson. Next, Scott has "Mississippi Grind" and " Spring Breakers". Barry has finally seen "Bohemian Rhapsody" and gives us his take on it. To close down this episode DL bring the book "The Sensuous Frazetta" to the table.
Episode #264! Spotlight on Jeff Lemire p.2!
March 04, 2019 23:59 - 1 hour - 16.2 MBEpisode #264! This week we once again focus on a few works by superstar indy creator Jeff Lemire. Listen as we talk about some of his later works including "The Nobody", "The Underwater Welder" and "Royal City". Barry also shines a little light on "Black Hammer". Give us a listen!
Episode #263! Recent movie round-up and the North Texas Comic Book Show!
February 27, 2019 23:46 - 1 hour - 20.6 MBEpisode #263! This week Barry gives us a rundown on movies he's watched recently. Listen for his take on 1951's "The Thing From Another World", the remake of "Suspiria" and the new movies "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" and "Widows". After that DL talks about his recent trip to the North Texas Comic Book Show. Check it out!
Episode #262! Humanoids From The Deep, Upgrade Soul and Get Lost!
February 19, 2019 00:00 - 51 minutes - 13.2 MBEpisode #262! This week Scott brings us two movies to check out. First up is "Humanoids From The Deep" then he has "Waterloo". DL sheds some light on "Upgrade Soul" by Erza Claytan Daniels. Barry gushes about his new find "Get Lost" by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito and doesn't speak real positive about Jason Lutes "Berlin". Check it out!
Episode #261! MIND MGMT, Space Riders and The Lost Arcade!
February 12, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.5 MBEpisode #261! This week we are back with more "Cool Stuff"! First up, DL brings the six volume set "MIND MGMT" to the table. Next Barry talks "Tarantula" and "Space Riders" vols. 1 & 2 by Ziritt and Rangel. After that we talk three documentaries with "The Lost Arcade", "King Cohen" and "Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened". To close down this episode DL talks briefly about the movies "IO", "The Mule" and "Roma". All that and Ellis Goodson!
Episode #260! Our Fifth Anniversary and El Topo!
February 05, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 18.1 MBEpisode #260! Welcome to our Fifth Anniversary episode. This week Barry Burris, Scott Sackett and DLNelson are joined by Ellis Goodson. Listen as we share a few memories of the last five years. After that we watch and review Alejandro Jodorowsky's "EL Topo". This episode is not to be missed!