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ComiClub is a monthly graphic novel and comic book club. Whether you’re just discovering comics or have been reading comics for a while, ComiClub is for you. Whether you read the floppies or prefer comics on your iPad, ComiClub is for you. Each month, we read a different comic, have a convo, and cast it to your ears. Join the ComiClub to continue the conversation online and see what we’re reading next month.

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Richard Stark's Parker

April 24, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

Your heroes return to talk Richard Stark's Parker!  This episode continues our exploration through Darwyn Cooke's iconic adaptation. We chat about the history of the comic, Darwyn Cooke's impressive art style, and discuss the writer wrote the original Parker book series. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Parker is Illustrated by by Darwyn Cooke, adapted from the novels by Richard Starke, and published by  IDW Publishi...

Richard Stark's Parker | First Impressions

April 17, 2024 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Your heroes hit the streets to talk Richard Stark's Parker!  Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. "Darwyn Cooke’s beautifully stylized artwork perfectly compliments the hard-hitting action as originally written by legendary crime author Richard Stark. Parker is arguably one of the hardest hard-boiled characters in all of crime fiction and the original novels feature stories and prose tha...

Avengers vs. X-Men

March 27, 2024 15:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Your heroes reunite to discuss Avengers vs. X-Men!  This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, characters we love, the insane creative team, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Avengers vs. X-Men is written by Brian Michael Bendis, Jonathan Hickman, Jason Aaron, Matt Fraction, and Ed Brubaker; and pencilled by John R...

Avengers vs. X-Men | First Impressions

March 14, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MB

Your heroes join forces to give their first impressions of Avengers vs. X-Men!  "Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Children of the Atom go to war in the ultimate super-hero showdown! The world-destroying Phoenix Force is back -- and while the Avengers are intent on stopping it, Cyclops and his X-Men have other ideas." Avengers vs. X-Men is written by Brian Michael Bendis, Jonathan Hickman, Jason Aaron, Matt Fraction, and Ed Brubaker; and pencilled by John Romita Jr., Olivier Coipel, and Ad...

Dune 2 | Beyond The Panels

March 08, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

Your heroes ride travel to Arrakis to talk Dune 2! "Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee." OK, we admit, we're just mainly gushing in this review. But join us anyway and ride the worm. Dune: Part Two is directed by Denis Villeneuve, and stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca ...

Dune: Part 2 | Beyond The Panels

March 08, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

Your heroes travel to Arrakis to talk Dune: Part 2! "Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee." OK, we admit, we're just mainly gushing in this review. What can we say, we're Dune-heads. But join us anyway and ride the worm. Dune: Part Two is directed by Denis Villeneuve, and stars ...

Fear Itself

February 29, 2024 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Your heroes return to take down Fear Itself! This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, the sick costume and weapons changes, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Fear Itself is written by Matt Fraction, pencilled by Stuart Immonen, inked by Wade Von Grawbadger, colored by Laura Martin, and published by Marvel Comics....

Fear Itself | First Impressions

February 14, 2024 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.76 MB

Your heroes are back to give their first impressions on Fear Itself!  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading, who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover. "Captain America, Thor, Iron Man and the Avengers are Earth's Mightiest Heroes - but even they know fear. And when a powerful and ancient evil overtakes our world, each hero must make a sacrifice to save the Earth. But as the Serpent's mystical hammers transform friend and foe alike into unstoppable ...

Seige

January 24, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Your heroes reunite to take down Marvel's Siege!   This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, characters like The Sentry and Ares, the stellar art, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Siege is written byBrian Michael Bendis, pencilled byOlivier Coipel, inked by Mark Morales, colored by Laura Martin, and published by M...

Siege | First Impressions

January 10, 2024 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Your heroes team up to discuss Marvel's Siege!  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading, who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover. "...the Marvel Universe has been left with its greatest villains holding more power and control than ever before. On the brink of madness, Osborn, in his final bid to take total control, targets the final obstacle in his mission...Asgard." Siege is written by Brian Michael Bendis, pencilled by Olivier Coipel, inked by Ma...

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off | Beyond The Panels

December 28, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

Your heroes reunite in animated form to tackle Scott Pilgrim Takes Off! In this episode we talk about what worked, what didn't, and what we loved about the latest Netflix adaptation.  Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is Written byBryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski; Directed byAbel Góngora; and stars Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Alison Pill, Brandon Routh, and Jason Schwartzman. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub...

Scott Pilgrim: Part 3

December 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

Your heroes return for the final level of Scott Pilgrim! This episode features a chat about part three of the iconic comic series, what makes it a breakup book, and what we think happens to Scott and Ramona. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Scott Pilgrim is created by Bryan Lee O'Malley and colored by Nathan Fairbairn. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam C...

Scott Pilgrim: Part 2

November 29, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Your heroes return for Scott Pilgrim Volume 2!  This episode features a chat about part two of the iconic comic series, what makes the movie different from the comic, and why we relate so much to Scott Pilgrim. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Scott Pilgrim is created by Bryan Lee O'Malley and colored by Nathan Fairbairn. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Ada...

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World | Beyond The Panels

November 15, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB

Your heroes visit the silver screen to take on Scott Pilgrim vs. the World!  In this episode we share our favorite scenes, best lines, and choose our favorite fight. We take a deep dive into what makes Edgar Wright a great director before diving into his filmography.  Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is directed by Edgar Wright; written by Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright; and stars Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Alison Pill, Brandon Routh, and...

Scott Pilgrim: Part 1

October 26, 2023 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MB

Your heroes reunite to take down Scott Pilgrim! This episode features a chat about part one of the iconic series, an exploration of the visual gags, and what makes it such a funny comic. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Scott Pilgrim is created by Bryan Lee O'Malley and colored by Nathan Fairbairn. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook. 

Scott Pilgrim | First Impressions

October 12, 2023 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Your heroes travel to Canada to tackle Scott Pilgrim!  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading, who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover. "Scott Pilgrim wants Ramona Flowers to be his girlfriend. However, she's got baggage in the form of seven evil exes, all of whom Scott must defeat to win her heart! The first two are Matthew Patel (and his demon hipster girls) and Lucas Lee (movie star famous for... skateboarding?). Can Scott focus long enough to ...

Miracleman: The Golden Age | Part 4

September 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

Your heroes return to finish up Miracleman Summer with Miracleman: The Golden Age!  This episode features a chat about Neil Gaiman's follow up to Moore's iconic run, a full history of the Miracleman rights journey, and share what we loved about the book. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Miracleman: The Golden Age is written by Neil Gaiman, drawn by Mark Buckingham, and colored by D'Israeli. Follow ComiClub on Instag...

Miracleman: Olympus | Part 3

September 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Your heroes return for another installment of Miracleman Summer with Miracleman: Olympus! This spoiler-filled convo dives deep into the conclusion of Alan Moore's time on Miracleman. "Gods and monsters walk the earth, as the aliens whose technology created Miracleman seek to exterminate Project Zarathustra's survivors. And even as the future of humankind hangs in the balance on the far side of the galaxy, and the month-old baby Winter begins to speak, the price of godhood takes its toll...

Miracleman: Olympus

September 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Your heroes return for another installment of Miracleman Summer with Miracleman: Olympus! This spoiler-filled convo dives deep into the conclusion of Alan Moore's time on Miracleman. "Gods and monsters walk the earth, as the aliens whose technology created Miracleman seek to exterminate Project Zarathustra's survivors. And even as the future of humankind hangs in the balance on the far side of the galaxy, and the month-old baby Winter begins to speak, the price of godhood takes its toll...

Miracleman: The Red King Syndrome

September 01, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Your heroes return to the world of Miracleman to discuss the second collection Miracleman: The Red King Syndrome!  This spoiler-filled convo dives deeper into the iconic Miracleman run and goes through Alan Moore's creator bibliography. "Michael Moran has rediscovered the power of Miracleman, but unbeknownst to him, Dr. Emil Gargunza, the man behind Project Zarathustra, has set in motion plans decades in the making. In The Red King Syndrome, Gargunza's intentions for Miracleman's wife a...

Miracleman: The Red King Syndrome | Part 2

September 01, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Your heroes return to the world of Miracleman to discuss the second collection Miracleman: The Red King Syndrome!  This spoiler-filled convo dives deeper into the iconic Miracleman run and goes through Alan Moore's creator bibliography. "Michael Moran has rediscovered the power of Miracleman, but unbeknownst to him, Dr. Emil Gargunza, the man behind Project Zarathustra, has set in motion plans decades in the making. In The Red King Syndrome, Gargunza's intentions for Miracleman's wife a...

The Doldrums of Summer | Beyond The Panels

August 17, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Your heroes return from vacation to talk about the doldrums of summer.  We explore our media diet including what movies, TV, books, and video games we've been enjoying. Listen to your hosts chat about everything from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem all the way to Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook. 

Miracleman: A Dream of Flying

July 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Welcome to Miracleman Summer! Your heroes return to tackle the first book in the seminal Alan Moore series Miracleman!  This episode features a chat about what makes Alan Moore's writing so great, the troubled publishing history of the character, and share what we loved about the book. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Miracleman is written by Alan Moore, drawn by Garry Leach and Alan Davis, and colored by Steve Oliff...

Miracleman: A Dream of Flying | Part 1

July 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Welcome to Miracleman Summer! Your heroes return to tackle the first book in the seminal Alan Moore series Miracleman!  This episode features a chat about what makes Alan Moore's writing so great, the troubled publishing history of the character, and share what we loved about the book. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Miracleman is written by Alan Moore, drawn by Garry Leach and Alan Davis, and colored by Steve Oliff...

Miracleman: A Dream of Flying | First Impressions

July 12, 2023 13:00 - 12 minutes - 9 MB

Your heroes return to give their first impressions on the Alan Moore classic Miracleman.  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading (Miracleman: A Dream of Flying), who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover.   "KIMOTA! With one magic word, a long-forgotten legend lives again! Freelance reporter Michael Moran always knew he was meant for something more-now, an unexpected series of events leads him to reclaim his destiny as Miracleman! The groundbreakin...

Batman & Robin | Beyond The Panels

June 28, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 31 MB

Your heroes head back to Gotham to revisit Batman & Robin!  This is part two of our Pride month series celebrating filmmaker Joel Schumacher's work on Batman. Batman & Robin is directed by Joel Schumacher and stars George Clooney, Arnold Schwarzenegger, George Clooney, Chris O'Donnell, Uma Thurman, and Alicia Silverstone. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and The Flash | Beyond The Panels

June 23, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

Your heroes reunite to compare and contrast Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and The Flash!  This spoiler-filled episode features a chat about the multiverse, what worked and what didn't, discussion of all the cameos, and a talk about the future of each series. Across the Spider-Verse  is directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, and stars Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Jason Schwartzman, and Oscar Isaac. The Flash is directed byAndy Muschietti, and stars ...

Batman Forever | Beyond The Panels

June 16, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Your heroes head to Gotham City to talk Batman Forever! This is part one of our Pride month series celebrating filmmaker Joel Schumacher's work on Batman.  Batman Forever is directed by Joel Schumacher and stars Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey, Nicole Kidman, and Chris O'Donnell. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.

American Born Chinese

May 26, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Your heroes take a journey to the west with American Born Chinese!    This episode features a chat about the three-part storytelling structure, inspirations and asian stereotypes, and share what we liked about the graphic novel. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. American Born Chinese is created by Gene Luen Yang and published by First Second Books. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hosted by ...

American Born Chinese | First Impressions

May 18, 2023 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.8 MB

Your heroes return to give their first impressions on American Born Chinese! "American Born Chinese tells the story of three apparently unrelated characters: Jin Wang, who moves to a new neighborhood with his family only to discover that he's the only Chinese-American student at his new school; the powerful Monkey King, subject of one of the oldest and greatest Chinese fables; and Chin-Kee, a personification of the ultimate negative Chinese stereotype, who is ruining his cousin Danny's lif...

Flashpoint

April 26, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

Your heroes climb aboard their cosmic treadmill to run down Flashpoint! This episode features a chat about multiversal storytelling, our shared love of Batman, and share what we like and disliked in the comic. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Flashpoint is written by Geoff Johns, pencilled by Andy Kubert, inked by Sandra Hope & Jesse Delperdang, colored by Alex Sinclair, lettered by Nick J Napolitano, and published b...

Flashpoint | First Impressions

April 12, 2023 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Your heroes return to give their first impressions on Flashpoint!  "When Barry Allen wakes at his desk, he discovers the world has changed. Family is alive, loved ones are strangers, and close friends are different, gone or worse. It's a world on the brink of a cataclysmic war—but where are Earth's Greatest Heroes to stop it? It's a world that could be running out of time, if The Flash can't find the villain who altered the time line!" Flashpoint is written by Geoff Johns, pencilled by An...

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow

March 29, 2023 20:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

Your heroes saddle up their super-horses to take on Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow!  This episode features a chat about the unique perspective the story is told, us gushing about the art from Evely, and share what we like and disliked in the comic. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is written by Tom King, art by Bilquis Evely, colored by Matheus Lopes, lettered by Clayton Cowles, and publish...

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow | First Impressions

March 15, 2023 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Your heroes return to give their First Impressions on Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow! "Just when Supergirl thinks she’s had enough, everything changes. An alien girl seeks her out for a vicious mission. Her world has been destroyed, and the bad guys responsible are still out there. She wants revenge, and if Supergirl doesn’t help her, she’ll do it herself, whatever the cost. Now a Kryptonian, a dog, and an angry, heartbroken child head out into space on a journey that will shake them to thei...

Excellence

February 22, 2023 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Your heroes return to talk Excellence!  This episode features a chat about magic, discuss the different layers of privilege, and share what we like and disliked in the comic. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Excellence is written by Brandon Thomas, art by Khary Randolph, colored by Emilio Lopez, lettered by Deron Bennett, and published by Image Comics. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hoste...

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | Beyond The Panels

February 19, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Your heroes go sub-atomic to talk about Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania!  In this spoiler-filled episode, we peer beyond the comic book panels to discuss what we thought of the movie, the villain Kang, and where the MCU is headed. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is directed by Peyton Reed; written byJeff Loveness; and stars Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Jonathan Majors, Kathryn Newton, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Michael Douglas. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is ...

Excellence | First Impressions

February 08, 2023 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.95 MB

Your heroes return to give their first impressions of Excellence! "Spencer Dales was born into a world of magic. His father belongs to the Aegis, a secret society of black magicians ordered by their unseen masters to better the lives of others-of higher potential-but never themselves. Now it's time for Spencer to follow in his father's footsteps, but all he sees is a broken system in need of someone with the wand and the will to change it. But in this fight for a better future...who will ...

James Gunn's DCU Announcement Breakdown | Beyond the Panels

February 01, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

EMERGENCY POD ALERT! Your heroes rush to the ComiCave to talk about James Gunn's mega-announcement for the future of the DCU. This episode features your heroes talking about the state of DC film & TV, speculating on the future of the universe, and breaking down each project in the slate. Gods and Monsters Creature Commandos Waller Superman Legacy Lanterns The Authority Movie Paradise Lost Brave and the Bold Booster Gold Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow Swamp Thing Follow ComiClub ...

Gotham Central

January 25, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

Your heroes turn in their badges and weapons to tackle Gotham Central! This episode features a chat about police stories, what makes Gotham City so interesting, and a look at the modern landscape of IP storytelling. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Gotham Central is written by Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka; illustrated by Michael Lark; colored by Noelle Giddings, Matt Hollingsworth, and Lee Loughridge; lettered by Willi...

Gotham Central | First Impressions

January 11, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MB

Your heroes return for their first book of 2023 with Gotham Central!  "Gotham City: a town teeming with corrupt cops, ruthless crime lords, petty thieves … and just a small handful that would oppose them. Grizzled veteran Harvey Bullock, Captain Maggie Sawyer, detective Renee Montoya and the GCPD are the law force that stands between order and complete anarchy.  Gotham's Finest work around the clock to not only keep the world's most psychotic criminals off the street... but also cleaning up...

Friday: The First Day of Christmas

December 30, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

Your heroes bundle up to brave the elements with Friday: The First Day of Christmas! This episode features a chat about detective stories, the difference between young adult and middle grade books, and Marcos Martín's excellent artwork. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Friday is written by Ed Brubaker, illustrated by Marcos Martín, colored by Muntsa Vicente, and published by Panel Syndicate. Follow ComiClub on Insta...

Friday | First Impressions

December 16, 2022 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.96 MB

Your heroes get out their magnifying glasses to chat about Friday! "Friday Fitzhugh spent her childhood solving crimes and digging up occult secrets with her best friend Lancelot Jones, the smartest boy in the world. But that was the past, now she's in college, starting a new life on her own. Except when Friday comes home for the holidays, she's immediately pulled back into Lance's orbit and finds that something very strange and dangerous is happening in their little New England town." Fri...

Shuri

November 18, 2022 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Your heroes eat the heart-shaped herb and talk about Shuri!  This episode features a chat about reluctant heroes, afrofuturism, and expectations for the upcoming Black Panther film, Wakanda Forever. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Shuri is written by Nnedi Okorafor, illustrated by Leonardo Romero, colored by Jordie Bellaire, lettered by VC’s Joe Sabino, cover art by Sam Spratt, and published by Marvel. Follow ComiC...

Shuri | First Impressions

November 09, 2022 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MB

Your heroes return to Wakanda to give their first impressions on SHURI! "The Black Panther has disappeared, lost on a mission in space. And in his absence, everyone's looking at the next in line for the throne. But Shuri is happiest in a lab, surrounded by gadgets of her own creation. She'd rather be testing gauntlets than throwing them. But a nation without a leader is a vulnerable one - and Shuri may have to choose between Wakanda's welfare and her own." Shuri is written by Nnedi Okoraf...

Something Is Killing The Children

October 26, 2022 21:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

Your heroes return to get scared straight with Something Is Killing The Children! This episode features your heroes chat about horror stories, what their monster hunting weapon of choice would be, and discuss the upcoming Flanaverse adaptation by Mike Flanagan. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Something is Killing the Children is written by James Tynion IV, illustrated by Werther Dell’Edera, colored by Miquel Muerto,...

Something is Killing the Children | First Impressions

October 12, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

Your heroes return to talk spooky stuff with Something is Killing The Children!  "When children begin to go missing in the town of Archer’s Peak, all hope seems lost until a mysterious woman arrives to reveal that terrifying creatures are behind the chaos - and that she alone will destroy them, no matter the cost." Something is Killing the Children is written by James Tynion IV, illustrated by Werther Dell’Edera, colored by Miquel Muerto, lettered by Andworld Design, and published by Boo...

Rorschach

September 28, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

Your heroes put their masks back on to talk about Rorschach! This episode features your heroes chat about detective stories, the political backdrop of the comic, and discuss the story in relation to Watchmen. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Rorschach is written by Tom King, art by Jorge Fornés, inked by Mark Morales, colored by Dave Stewart, lettered by Clayton Cowles, and published by DC Comics. Follow ComiClub on...

Rorschach | First Impressions

September 14, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Your heroes return to unravel Tom King's Rorschach! "It's been 35 years since Ozymandias dropped a giant interdimensional squid on New York City, killing thousands and destroying the public's trust in heroes once and for all. And since that time, one figure in a fedora, mask, and trench coat has become a divisive cultural icon. So what does it mean when Rorschach reappears as an assassin trying to kill a candidate running against President Robert Redford? Who is the man behind the mask, an...

Alice in Borderland

August 31, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.6 MB

Your heroes draw their fortune's with the manga Alice in Borderland!  This episode features your heroes chat about the characters, the mystery of Borderland, and the Netflix television adaptation. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Alice in Borderland is created by Haro Aso, and published by VIZ Media. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook. 

Alice in Borderland | First Impressions

August 10, 2022 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MB

It's Manga Month and your heroes return to talk Alice in Borderland!  "Eighteen-year-old Ryohei Arisu is sick of his life. School sucks, his love life is a joke, and his future feels like impending doom. As he struggles to exist in a world that can’t be bothered with him, Ryohei feels like everything would be better if he were anywhere else. When a strange fireworks show transports him and his friends to a parallel world, Ryohei thinks all his wishes have come true. But this new world isn’...

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