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Episode 100 Hot Comic Challenge

Dane and David celebrate episode one hundred by doing their own mock hot wing challenge.  Will David back down? Will Dane eat all the wings David couldn't?    Next months book Akira!

Episode 100 Hot Comic Challenge

Dane and David celebrate episode one hundred by doing their own mock hot wing challenge.  Will David back down? Will Dane eat all the wings David couldn't?    Next months book Akira!

Hellboy Wake the Devil

Mike Mignola. What else do you need to say?  From his complex themes of demon hunting to haunting visuals of a gothic noir inspired creatures. There's reason to love his work. So we talk about just that.    Next month 100th episode special

Judge Dred and the Dark Judges

Dane and David talk about the satire of Judge Dredd.  It takes a bit for David to figure it out but they get really excited about it by the end.    Next months book Hellboy Volumes 1 and 2

I Hate Fairyland

Scottie Young creates youthful art in our comics every day. But this one is a violent, gory and horrendous. So obviously we loved it!   Next months book is Judge Dred the Dark Judges   Let us know your thoughts

Deadpool Samurai

What's your favorite Manga? Does it have Deadpool? Well if not how great can it be?  Gotta admit, Berserk would be very different if it had the merc with a mouth.  So this month we talk about Marvel and Shonen teaming up to make this Manga crossover.    Tell us your thoughts.  Next months book is  I Hate Fairyland

8 Billion Genies

If you had one wish what would it be? Would it be for yourself? Would it be for the rest of the world? Would it remove autonomy from another?  Charles Soule and Ryan Browne want you to ask the uncomfortable questions and we talk about the complexity of our impact on others.  Next month  Deadpool Samurai

Deadly Class

It's 10 o Clock. Do you know where your children are?  Rick Remender brings to life that time in our history where things were simpler and a lot more violent.  Next months book 8 Billion Genies!

Superman Smashes the Klan

Based on the 1940 radio play Gene Luen Yang and Gurihiru bring to life the story that mocks one of the most dangerous groups of the time. The KKK.  It's a great story for kids. We promise! Next months read: Deadly Class

The Graveyard Book

Neil Gaiman is clearly on our Rushmore of authors. And this book only proves our point.  Bod Owens grows up in a graveyard raised by ghosts. That alone is a great hook!!! Next months book Superman Smashes the Klan

X-Men God Loves Man Kills

What makes a piece timeless? Is it the themes that it talks about?  The allegory of our modern world? Or is it that Xmen are never allowed to be happy?  Well we try to tackle the concept in this months episode   Next months book The Graveyard comic 

BRZRKR

Keanu Reeves has done so much great work around the world. And his influence show in this months episode as we talk about his idea for his comic. Immortality. War. and Grief. Of course there's Daddy Issues TM here!    Next months book:  X-Men: God Loves Man Kills. 

V for Vendetta

Alan Moore. One of the most influential voices in Comicbook dom has created so many classics that we still talk about today.  Does V For Vendetta hold up?  OR was the movie better than the book. 

Marvel Zombies

Trese

Ever wonder what other cultures Fantasy stories are like? Well this months book is about just that.  Trese a story with filipino urban fantasy gives our hosts a world they don't often get to see.  Tell us what you think: twitter: @comictradespod facebook: facebook.com/ctmpod email: [email protected]

Dark One

Stormlight Archive. Mistborn. Wheel of Time. All great stories that Brandon Sanderson had a hand in.  But does his literary prowess transfer to Comicdom? Well find out now!   You can also tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Eat the Rich

Deadpool - Daniel Way

Daniel Way, Wolverine, Violence and fourth wall breaking! It's Deadpool time baby! The reason that David and Dane became friends.  Next months book: Eat the Rich by Sarah Gailey You can also tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

God Country

Space Swords. Ancient Gods. Father issues... This is the perfect book for us. Donny Cates created a masterpiece and now we listen to David and Dane cry.  You can also tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

House/Powers of X

Everyone loves the X-men. But have you ever wanted a text book about Marvels greatest family with so much trauma? Well Jonathan Hickman did that for you and we talk about it with our new friend. @canaking13   You can also tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Gender Queer

Maia Kobabe tell's us a story of e's life. It's a heartbreaking, evocative and inspiring bio comic. The journey of discovering who you are is always fraught with a perilous journey of the heart.    Tell us what you think:Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]   Follow Kaylin Tiktok Mistbehave Instagram Mist_Thorne

Hey, Kiddo FT Jarrett J Krososcka

Dane talks candidly with Jarrett J Krosoczka, author of this months book "Hey, Kiddo" He also has written many other books much like "Lunch Lady"   Make sure you follow Jarrett or visit his site: https://www.studiojjk.com/   Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Hey, Kiddo

Jarrett J Krosoczka is known most likely for his books "Lunch Lady" But today we talk about his memoir and the "hard truths" of growing up too early.    Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Disney Plus What?

Disney+ with MCU shows, Star Wars shows. We only have so much time to watch TV! Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Nightcrawler '04

Demons, Angels, Mutants, OH MY! This month we talk about everyone's favorite X-Men in the Marvel line up and his investigations in to the world of the Paranormal and Occult.  Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Moon Knight 2011

Brian M Bendis and Alex Maleev seems to be an unstoppable pair with Marvel comics and they take on 2011's Moon Knight.  What's so unique about Marvels Batman? Listen to find out now Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Crow and The Eternal Night FT Colleen Palmer

We talk indie comics with Colleen Palmer a Utah writer and artist of her published Crow and the Eternal Night. A story of a zombie plague affecting not just humans but the animal kingdoms as well. Make sure you buy yourself a copy or follow Colleen to see all her great work: https://linktr.ee/pixelgremlin Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Lumberjanes

What happens when you get a bunch of talented femfolk and non binary folk to write the stories of a scouting that are tough lady types? Junking magic that's what you get. Join us as we talk Scouting, Near death experiences, and of course magical greek statues. Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

The Eternals - Neil Gaiman

Kirby created some great characters. Neil Gaiman is a great writer. And the Eternals is a movie that has come out (I haven't seen it yet) Do all of these things create an experience worth reading?  Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Batman The Long Halloween

Tim Sale, Jeph Loeb, Batman, Godfather, CRIME?!  How can you not be exited about this one. Check this out now!!! Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Shang-Chi Brothers and Sisters

Gene Luen Yang and Dike Ruan bring to life the most skilled martial artist in the Marvel universe. Shang-Chi. But his father, though dead, has left an unpleasant surprise for him. Does the story hold up? Does Dane think this is a masterpiece? Does David say it's terrible? Why are you still reading? Play the episode! Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

The Black Knight: Fall of Dane Whitman

Host Dane talks about his namesake the Black Knight and the dangers of walking on the "edge" Meanwhile David has a hard time connecting with this story at all.  Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Aceblade FT Danny J Quick

We talk to Tiktok star Danny J Quick @Aceblade about his new kickstarter and his journey in creating complex characters.  Go support his works here: https://www.4thwallpros.com/ Don't forget to let us know what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers

It's Saturday morning and the newest episode is of MMPR is on! What are they going to do with the Green Ranger? Is he good now? This month we talk about our childhoods (So new I know) and the "Green Ranger, Year One" Story Which Power Ranger is your favorite? Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Infidel

Imagine writing your first comic ever. But it's also a horror story. But it's also political. But also? It's good Pornsak Pichetshote did just that as he blew us away with relevant story of ghosts and the hate of bigotry.  What's some of your favorite horror comics? Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Everyone Is Tulip

Everyone is Tulip. A new book coming soon about a woman and the strange word of performative online content. We talk about compromises, the end of great comic creators and how to define art with: Dave Baker @XDaveBakerX www.heydavebaker.com Nicole Goux Twitter: @nicolegoux Instagram: @ngoux www.nicolegoux.com Find the comic here: everyoneistulip.com

Truth Red White & Black

Robert Morales and Kyle Baker takes the horrors of the US government and uses that to educate and inspire all of us on how to be better by writing about Isaiah Bradley. The first Captain America. A black man who was illegally experimented on to test the super soldier serum...  Lets talk about it! Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Bingo Love

Tee Franklin and St. Ong bring to life the story of two black women who fell in love at a young age and finally get to live their dreams together 50 years later.  Wholesome and refreshing it's a great read, but what do you think of it? Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Earth X

Alex Ross is a fantastic artist. He designed Marvel in 20 years. With so much fanfare that Jim Krueger created an interesting and depressing and great and nihilistic. Maybe just listen to the episode you tell me what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Marvel VS DC Bracket 9

Surprise? Or Better late than never? We hit our yearly tech issues but we are coming back with force. We dive in to the bracket and we are going to get this done before the end of the year. Tell us do you agree with us? Do you think V should have gone farther? Tell us your thoughts: Let us know on social media Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Doom Patrol

Grant Morrison has always been an interesting writer. They have some complex ideas and we try and figure out what they mean. And now that they have let us know of their pronouns, it almost makes sense? Tell us your thoughts: Let us know on social media Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Marvel VS DC Bracket 8

End Game V X2 Xmen United. Civil War. Ant Man All these great movies but only one can be champion. Join us and don't forget to tell us what you would have done differently.  Tell us your thoughts: Let us know on social media Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

The Dresden Files: Welcome to the Jungle

Jim Butcher brings Harry Dresden a Wizard Detective from Chicago to the comic book page! With the help of Ardian Syaf, we can see what Dresden and the entourage of this modern fantasy looks like.  From page to picture. But how well does it hold up?  Tell us your thoughts: Let us know on social media Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

X-Men Schism

Cyclops and Wolverine work well together and work well narratively against each other. But when their two values and goals clash. Who gets caught in the mix? Just like a bad divorce it's the kids. Actually a good divorce the kids still get pretty messed up. But I digress. Who do you agree with? Cyclops or Wolverine? Let us know on social media Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Berserk

Our first Manga read. Follow along as we talk about Guts his adventure written and drawn by Kentaro Miura. We talk about homage and inspiration and toxic emulation of characters. What magna should we cover next? Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]

Marvel VS DC 7

Who will win as a pick back up the marvel VS DC movie bracket.  Did your favorite move forward?  Remember to follow us for updates on the bracket and follow Travis @Snowdemon14 Twitter @comictradespod Facebook facebook.com/ctmpod Or email us [email protected]  

The Kill Journal ft Adam Lawson

Back after his first successful Indiegogo campaign. Adam Lawson creator of The Eighth joins us again to talk about his new project: The Kill Journal. A tale of survival and horror. Go support the comic and follow him on social media: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-kill-journal/x/588090#/ @failedsuperhero or failedsuperheroesclub

Arrowsmith: So Smart in their Fine Uniforms

Kurt Busiek creator of Marvels brings us a six part series of alternate history with magic and dragons and the art of Carlos Pacheco brings it all to life. But what can a story from the past relay to us in the future? Listen today to find out!   Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook Comic Trades Monthly Podcast Or email us [email protected]

Calvin and Hobbes ft Spacegirl Spiff!

Bill Watterson created child like imagination for ten years in our comics. We talk with Jenn from Spacegirl Spiff Explores! A Calvin and Hobbes podcast. We talk about fatherhood, over active imaginations and the end of our childhoods and all the complex themes between that we grew up laughing at. Tell us what you think: Twitter @comictradespod Facebook Comic Trades Monthly Podcast Or email us [email protected]