Comic Show - Monkeys Fighting Robots
28 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsA comic journalist in the twilight of his career still grasping for his first Eisner runs into a young buck that mildly reminds him of his youth. Their warped enthusiasm for the comic book industry unites them to spread the good word to the inter-web. Realistically, we are two nerds that love comic books and want to entertain you with quality recommendations, creator interviews, and reports from your favorite publisher. For diehard fans and comic newbs; all are welcome to the Comics Show on Monkeys Fighting Robots! Hosts, Matthew Sardo and Anthony Composto.
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Episodes
Episode 26: We Scream For ICE CREAM MAN and AVENGERS: NO SURRENDER
January 17, 2018 15:00 - 21 minutes - 18.7 MBWelcome to the twenty-sixth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony's all on his lonesome this week, and he's talking about the first two parts of Avengers: No Surrender, Marvel's new weekly event. Is it worth the time and money, or is another Marvel cash-grab? He also reviews Ice Cream Man #1, the new twisted anthology comic from Image. Also, like our new Comic Book Review page on Facebook! All of Monkeys Fighting Robots' comic book coverage, all in one place. Buckle ...
Episode 25: MISTER MIRACLE Mid-Season Review
January 10, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBWelcome to the twenty-fifth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We're finally back from our holiday hiatus, and we are talking all about Tom King and Mitch Gerads' Mister Miracle. Issue 6 is out this week, and since it marks the series' halfway point, why not do a mid-season review?? One of us thinks it's a near-perfect comic, the other finds it a bit pretentious. Who will win this week's battle? Also, like our new Comic Book Review page on Facebook! All of Monkeys Fighting...
Episode 24: STAR WARS Comic Talk & THE LAST JEDI Spoiler-Free Review
December 13, 2017 11:00 - 48 minutes - 43.8 MBWelcome to the twenty-fourth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! This week is all about STAR WARS! We're talking Darth Vader #9 and we review the highly anticipated film Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Before all that though, we review last week's Doctor Strange #382. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 24 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 3:10 - Doctor Strange #382 Anthony - 4.5 Monkeys Matt - 4 Robots 14:32 - Darth Vader #9 Anthony...
Episode 23: Santa Fights Aliens & Batman and Superman Question Their Friendship
December 06, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBWelcome to the twenty-third episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Grant Morrison continues his weird alternate Santa Claus story in Klaus and the Crisis in Xmasville #1. (Santa fights aliens, and that's all you really need to know.) Then we get to see a more human side of both Batman and Superman as they question their friendship following Bruce's engagement in Batman #36. Finally, beat reporter Nick Enquist swings by to discuss the controversy around Marvel's new Editor In Ch...
Creator Interview: Ram V and Dev Pramanik of Image Comics' PARADISO #1
December 01, 2017 14:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBMonkeys Fighting Robots spoke with Ram V and Dev Pramanik of Image Comics' PARADISO #1, which hits your local comic book store on December 6. About PARADISO #1 The Midnight Event forever changed the world. Now, centuries later, Jack Kryznan arrives on the outskirts of Paradiso City, haunted by fragments of childhood memories and in possession of a mysterious device—one with the power to change the destiny of this living breathing metropolis: the people who dwell within, and the guardians w...
Episode 22: Thanos Wins, & Batman Becomes A Literal Creature Of The Night
November 29, 2017 11:00 - 46 minutes - 41.6 MBWelcome to the twenty-second episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! On today's show, THANOS WINS in Thanos #13 by Donny Cates and Geoff Shaw. We're also talking Batman Creature of the Night #1 by Kurt Busiek and John Paul Leon, where a young boy in our "real" world conjurs up a spooky Batman shadow monster. Sound awesome? It is. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 22 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 6:20 - Thanos #13 Anthony - 4.6 Monk...
Episode 21: DOOMSDAY CLOCK Finally Strikes Midnight!
November 22, 2017 05:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBWelcome to the twenty-first episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Doomsday is here! We're talking Doomsday Clock #1 from DC, the follow-up Rebirth and the sequel to Watchmen. It's been hyped as one of the biggest comic events of the year, but does it live up to that mantle? Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 21 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 0:00 - Doomsday Clock #1 SPOILER Review Anthony - 4 Monkeys Matt - 4 Robots Thank you for...
Episode 20: Bendis to DC, and Batman Finally Gets The Joke
November 15, 2017 11:00 - 45 minutes - 40.5 MBWelcome to the twentieth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We start this week by discussing Brian Michael Bendis' move to DC Comics, and debating how big an impact he truly had on Marvel. Then we review Moon Knight #188 and The Batman Who Laughs #1. Did we pick two overly depressing books to discuss this week? You tell us. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 20 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 2:25 - Discussion: Brian Michael Bendi...
Episode 19: Port of Earth Opens, Captain America's BACK, & Thor: Ragnarok Recap
November 08, 2017 11:00 - 54 minutes - 48.6 MBWelcome to the nineteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! This week we're talking Captain America #695 - one of the best books of Marvel Legacy so far! Port of Earth also opens over at Image Comics; we break down the strong debut issue. Then we close out the show with a review/discussion of Thor: Ragnarok, the 17th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 19 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 3:45 ...
Comic Show Update & This Week's Reading Recommendations
November 01, 2017 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.66 MBNo new episode this week, but Anthony's here to give you all some quick reading recommendations to hold you over! This week's must-reads: The Jetsons #1 (DC Comics)No. 1 With A Bullet #1 (Image Comics)Captain America #695 (Marvel Comics) Stay tuned and we'll be back with a full episode soon!
Episode 18: Thor #700, Jughead's A Werewolf, and Hack/Slash Resurrection
October 25, 2017 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24 MBWelcome to the eighteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We're talking The Mighty Thor #700 - the book at the nexus of Marvel Legacy! Then we have double the horror for you with Jughead The Hunger #1 from Archie Madhouse and Hack/Slash Resurrection #1 from Image. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 18 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 02:25 - The Mighty Thor #700 Review Anthony - 4.2 Monkeys Brooke - 4 Robots 11:29 - Jughead T...
Episode 17: Engaged Batman, Plus Top Manga & Webtoons For New Readers
October 18, 2017 12:00 - 57 minutes - 51.7 MBWelcome to the seventeenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We have a double dose of Batman this week: the Bat-family learns of Bruce's engagement in Batman #33, and the Dark Nights tie-ins continue with Batman The Drowned. Then we review the first Black Hammer spin-off, Sherlock Frankenstein and the Legion of Evil, and have our first discussion on Manga and online webtoons with aficianado Brooke Thomas! Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 17 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys ...
Episode 16: Top Horror Comics To Read For Halloween & Royal City #6 Review
October 11, 2017 12:00 - 59 minutes - 53.6 MBWelcome to the sixteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Halloween is right around the corner, so we're talking Top Horror Comics of all-time! That means we're talking Locke & Key, Swamp Thing, Walking Dead, and so much more. Then we take a trip back to the 90's in Jeff Lemire's Royal City #6 and review the start of a new story arc. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 16 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 03:55 - Top Horror Comics ...
Episode 15: Catwoman Answers Batman's Proposal, & Marvel Legacy #1 Debate
October 04, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBWelcome to the fifteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We are unpacking Marvel Legacy #1 with Marvel expert Brandon Griffin...was it worth the hype? We're also discussing Batman #32, the finale to "The War of Jokes and Riddles", INCLUDING CATWOMAN'S ANSWER TO BATMAN'S MARRIAGE PROPOSAL! Is the world's most eligible Caped Crusader off the market? Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 15 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 04:50 – Mar...
Episode 14: Countdown to DOOMSDAY CLOCK, & Young Animal 1-Year Anniversary
September 27, 2017 12:00 - 51 minutes - 46.2 MBWelcome to the fourteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We have an all-DC show for you today. First, we talk about the Mr. Oz reveal in both Action and Detective Comics and what it means for the future of the DC universe. Then beat reporter Manny Gomez joins the show to celebrate the one year anniversary of DC's Young Animal imprint and chat about the line's best books. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 14 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISOD...
Episode 13: Interview With Sex Criminals Matt Fraction & Chip Zdarsky
September 20, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBWelcome to the thirteenth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! This week we are interviewing creators Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky about their hit series over at Image Comics, Sex Criminals. We're also reviewing Batman #31, Batman The Red Death #1 (a book that finally gives event tie-ins a good name), and Savage Town, an Image original graphic novel from about Irish gangsters. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 13 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPIS...
Episode 12: Retailers v Marvel, Frankenstein Robocop, & Kite Man (Hell Yeah!)
September 06, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBWelcome to the twelfth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Our must-read-of-the-week is Made Men #1 from Oni Press, which is basically Robocop meets Frankenstein. We're also reviewing Scales & Scoundrels #1 for you fantasy fans out there, and The War of Jokes and Riddles is winding down in a little indie book called Batman. Beat reporter Gary Moloney calls in from Ireland to discuss the comic retailers refusing to carry Marvel's Legacy variant covers, and all hell breaks loo...
Episode 11: Happy Birthday Jack Kirby, Defenders Review, & Nightwing's New Order
August 30, 2017 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54 MBWelcome to the eleventh episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! This week, we discuss whether or not Generations: Thor was worth the hype. We also review Nightwing The New Order and ponder how far you can stretch a character before they break. Beat reporter Nick Enquist stops by to celebrate Jack Kirby's 100th birthday, and we close out with a review of Netflix's Defenders series. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 11 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISO...
Episode 10: Donny Cates Talks Thanos, Doctor Strange, and Demon Raccoons
August 23, 2017 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBWelcome to the TENTH episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! This week, we're chatting with writer Donny Cates about his upcoming Marvel series, 'Thanos' and 'Doctor Strange', as well as his creator-owned work at Image and AfterShock. Plus, Anthony has some reading recommendations for you based on what's new this week. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 10 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 01:17 – Interview with Donny Cates 41:28 – Read...
Episode 9: 'Dark Nights: Metal' #1 Slays & 'Babyteeth' #3 Bites!
August 16, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBWelcome to the ninth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! DARK NIGHTS: METAL #1 is finally here, and we debate whether or not it's actually as "metal" as advertised. Plus, beat reporter Brandon Griffin joins in to discuss Marvel's "ResurreXion", BABYTEETH #3, and help us answer the question, "where is the line between creativity and absurdity?" Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 9 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 00:49 – Dark Nights:...
Episode 8: Mister Miracle Depresses and Redlands Terrifies
August 09, 2017 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBWelcome to the eighth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Are Mister Miracle and Redlands great stories, or do they just have great artwork? We also review Kill Or Be Killed from Image, and beat reporter Tony Wendel stops by to talk about the Power of the Dark Crystal comic from Boom! Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 8 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 04:15 – Mister Miracle #1...
Episode 7: Zack Kaplan Expands Minds, Elsewhere Conflicts, Mech Cadet Yu Soars
August 02, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBWelcome to the seventh episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Enter our NEW GODS contest. Zack Kaplan takes SciFi to the next level, Elsewhere #1 conflicts, and Mech Cadet Yu #1 soars. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 7 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 04:46 – Elsewhere #1 Anthony – 4 Monkeys Matt – 3.75 Robots 17:58 – Mech Cadet Yu #1 Anthony – 4.6 Monkeys Matt – 4.5 Rob...
Episode 6: X-Men Get A Soule, Lemire Hammers, Doom Patrol - Good or Garbage?
July 27, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBWelcome to the sixth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Is Doom Patrol good or hot garbage, does Charles Soule give one to Astonishing X-Men, there was a little convention last week that made some news, and Black Hammer #11 is our must-read of the week. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 6 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Episode Breakdown: 05:22 - Astonishing X-Men #1 Anthony - 3.9 Monkeys Ma...
Episode 5: Royal City, Sabrina Chills, Spencer & Locke Debate, Generation Gone
July 19, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBWelcome to the fifth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Manny Gomez reports in on Archie Comics, is Spencer & Locke a ripoff, Generation Gone #1 is Matt's lowest rated comic book ever, and Royal City #5 is our must-read of the week. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 5 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Episode Breakdown: 01:40 - Spencer & Locke #4 Anthony - 5 Monkeys Matt - 4.5 Robots 14:14 ...
Episode 4: Violent Love, Small Press Day, The Dark Knights, and Black Bolt
July 13, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBWelcome to the fourth episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Gary Moloney covered Small Press Day in Dublin over the weekend, Black Bolt is a series that's making waves over at Marvel, Batman gets closer to METAL, and Violent Love is our must-read of the week. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 4 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Episode Breakdown: 01:14 Violent Love (Image Comics) Anthony - 4 Monke...
Episode 3: Sacred Creatures, Dad Superman, Howard Chaykin, Depressed Joker
July 05, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBWelcome to the third episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Batman #26 with depressed Joker, Unholy Grail by Cullen Bunn, Dad Superman with beat writer Nick Enquist, our must read Sacred Creatures #1 by Image Comics, and Howard Chaykin. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 3 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Episode Breakdown: 01:27 Batman #26 review Matt - 3 out of 5 Robots Anthony - 3 out of 5 Monk...
Episode 2: Black Magick, Peter Parker, and Legacy Chaos
June 28, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBWelcome to the second episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! Anthony and Matt have a lot to discuss with you today: Marvel Legacy, Black Magick #6, Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #1, How to fix the Fantastic Four, and MFR Anime Editor joins the show to talk about Boom! and IDW. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 2 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Episode Breakdown: 04:48 - Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man Review Matt - 3 out of 5 Robo...
Comic Show Introduction With Scott Snyder Interview - Episode 1
June 21, 2017 16:00 - 55 minutes - 49.5 MBWelcome to the first episode of the Comic Show by Monkeys Fighting Robots! We are very excited that you clicked a button to give us a listen. Anthony and Matt have taken two different journeys en route to their love of the comic book medium. Enjoy our first interview with comic book creator Scott Snyder. Buckle up, True Believers! Episode 1 of the COMIC SHOW by Monkeys Fighting Robots is here. Do you want to be our FAN of the week? All you have to do is comment on this podcast to be eligib...