ComiClub
126 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago -Join best buds Blaine & Adam as they hand out art awards, best lines, and showcase creator biographies in a monthly comic book reading club. Plus: surprise episodes covering TV/film and comic creator interviews.
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Bitch Planet
March 31, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBYour heroes return to dismantle the patriarchy with Bitch Planet by Kelly Sue DeConnick and Valentine De Landro. This episode covers the first two comic collections, Extraordinary Machine and President Bitch. We discuss the world-building, the strong female characters, and touch on representation in comic books. As always you'll find the history of the comic, favorite lines, and the art awards. Bitch Planet is written by Kelly Sue DeConnick, art by Valentine De Landro, lettered by Clayton...
Zack Snyder's Justice League | Beyond the Panels
March 23, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBYour heroes return from the dead for an epic director's cut recap of Zack Snyder's Justice League, A.K.A. the SnyderCut. In this episode, we explore what worked and didn't work, the crazy run-time, and whether or not we'd like to #RestoretheSnyderVerse. We also pit the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) against the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) to compare and contrast the heroes, villains, tones, mcguffins, and more. This is a spoiler filled episode, so make sure you watch all four hours and...
First Impressions | Bitch Planet
March 17, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.45 MBYour heroes return to get in touch with their inner feminist with the bold comic book, Bitch Planet by Kelly Sue DeConnick and Valentine De Landro. Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This Comic For, and Judging a Book by its Cover. Bitch Planet is set in a sci-fi universe where "noncompliant" women get sent to a prison planet, and the latest batch of female prisoners decide to rise above. It's a feminist tale that leans into its exploitation roots. Bitch Planet is written by Kelly Sue DeCon...
WandaVision Recap | Beyond the Panels
March 13, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBYour heroes assemble for a special silver-screen edition of ComiClub to recap Disney Plus' WandaVision. This spoiler-filled episode covers the nitty-gritty of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first foray into Television. We chat about what worked, what didn't, and where we think the MCU is headed next. WandaVision caught the zeitgeist of viewers, but did the expectations of what it could be overshadow what we ultimately saw in the episodes? Finally, Adam walks us through every Marvel movi...
Icon
February 24, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBYour heroes return to sing the praises of Milestone Media as we read Icon: A Heroes Welcome. Special guest Michael Johnson Curry, creator of The Raccoon on Webtoon, joins the pod and recounts the history of Milestone Media complete with their many fits and starts. Icon introduces a super-powered alien, who has taken the form of an African-American man on earth. When he meets the young Raquel, also known as Rocket, she inspires him to use his powers to become Icon, and together they take on...
Icon
February 24, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBYour heroes return to sing the praises of Milestone Media as we read Icon: A Heroes Welcome. Special guest Michael Johnson Curry, creator of The Raccoon on Webtoon, joins the pod and recounts the history of Milestone Media complete with their many fits and starts. Icon introduces a super-powered alien, who has taken the form of an African-American man on earth. When he meets the young Raquel, also known as Rocket, she inspires him to use his powers to become Icon, and together they take on...
First Impressions | Icon
February 11, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBYour heroes return to honor black history in comics with the legendary Milestone Media's Icon. Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This Comic For, and Judging a Book by its Cover. Icon is written by Dwayne McDuffie, pencilled by M. D. Bright, inked by Mike Gustovich, lettered by Steve Dutro, and published by Milestone Media. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
Reckless
January 27, 2021 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBYour heroes return to stand up for the little guy with the latest hardcover graphic novel from Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, Reckless. In this episode we dive into the new-noir/crime genre, what makes a Brubaker/Phillips comic so special, and even discuss what a film adaptation could look like. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, and The Art Awards. Reckless is written by Ed Brubaker, art by Sean Phillips, colored by Jacob Phillips, and published by Image Comics...
First Impressions | Reckless
January 13, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.21 MBYour heroes return to investigate the latest original graphic novel from Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, Reckless. Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This Comic For?, and Judging a Book By Its Cover. Reckless is written by Ed Brubaker, art by Sean Phillips, colored by Jacob Phillips, and published by Image Comics. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia
December 23, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBYour heroes return bound up in ancient graphic novel rituals with Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia by Greg Rucka and J.G. Jones. This episode features our analysis of the comic, exploring the Wonder Woman problem, and the strange and kinky origins of the character. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, and The Art Awards. Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia is written by Greg Rucka, pencilled by J.G. Jones, inked by Wade Von Grawbadger, colored by Dave Stewart, lettered by Todd K...
Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia
December 23, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBYour heroes return bound up in ancient graphic novel rituals with Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia by Greg Rucka and J.G. Jones. This episode features our analysis of the comic, exploring the Wonder Woman problem, and the strange and kinky origins of the character. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, and The Art Awards. Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia is written by Greg Rucka, pencilled by J.G. Jones, inked by Wade Von Grawbadger, colored by Dave Stewart, lettered by Todd K...
First Impressions | Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia
December 09, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.96 MBYour heroes return to pledge their supplication to the graphic novel, Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia. Watch out Batman! Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This For?, and Judging a Book By Its Cover. Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia is written by Greg Rucka, pencilled by J.G. Jones, inked by Wade Von Grawbadger, colored by Dave Stewart, lettered by Todd Klein, and published by DC Comics. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
First Impressions | Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia
December 09, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.96 MBYour heroes return to pledge their supplication to the graphic novel, Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia. Watch out Batman! Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This For?, and Judging a Book By Its Cover. Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia is written by Greg Rucka, pencilled by J.G. Jones, inked by Wade Von Grawbadger, colored by Dave Stewart, lettered by Todd Klein, and published by DC Comics. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
The Vision
November 25, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBYour heroes return to study the existential domestic robot drama, The Vision by Tom King, Gabriel Hernandez Walta, and Jordie Bellaire. This episode features an in-depth discussion on the comic, how much it will overlap with the WandaVision show on Disney+, and introspective and philosophical implications of the book. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, and The Art Awards. The Vision is written by Tom King, art by Gabriel Hernandez Walta and Michael Walsh, color...
First Impressions | The Vision
November 11, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 7.03 MBYour heroes return to give their spoiler-free first impressions of the domestic superhero maxi-series comic, The Vision. Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This For?, and Judging a Book By Its Cover. The Vision is written by Tom King, art by Gabriel Hernandez Walta and Michael Walsh, colored by Jordie Bellaire, lettered by VC's Clayton Cowles, and published by Marvel Comics. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
Black Hole
October 28, 2020 14:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBYour heroes return for the spookiest ComiClub yet, with Black Hole, by Charles Burns. This episode features an in-depth discussion on the graphic novel, whether its more of a horror or romance comic, and the tumultuous adaptation road the book has been on. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, and The Art Awards. Black Hole is created by Charles Burns and published by Pantheon Books. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
First Impressions | Black Hole
October 14, 2020 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.64 MBYour heroes return to give their spoiler-free first impressions of Charles Burns' seminal graphic novel, Black Hole. Tune in for the Bare Bones, Who Is This For?, and Judging a Book By Its Cover. Black Hole is created by Charles Burns and published by Pantheon Books. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
House of M
September 30, 2020 15:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBYour heroes return only to have their world ripped apart as they enter Marvel's House of M! What's real and what isn't? This episode features an in-depth discussion into event comics, why we love Bendis, and a look at Magneto's family. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, Art Awards, and a quick stroll down Adaptation Alley. House of M is written by Brian Michael Bendis, penciled by Olivier Coipel, inked by Tim Townsend, colored by Frank D'Armata, and published by...
First Impressions | House of M
September 16, 2020 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.89 MBYour heroes return to give their First Impressions of House of M. This event comic was the start of a new era of Marvel comics where stories would would lead from one event to the next. Tune in for the "Bare Bones", "Judging a Book By Its Cover", and "Who Is This For?" House of M is written by Brian Michael Bendis, pencilled by Olivier Coipel, inked by Tim Townsend, colored by Frank D'Armata, and published by Marvel Comics. ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook.
MAUS
August 26, 2020 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBYour heroes discuss the seminal graphic novel Maus: A Survivors Tale by Art Spiegelman. This spoiler filled pod covers The Complete Maus which is comprised of Part I: My Father Bleeds History and Part II: And Here My Troubles Began. This episode features an in-depth discussion of the holocaust survivor tale, explorations into the father-son relationship, and a consideration in the choice of using animals to tell the story. As always you'll find the History of the Book, Favorite Lines, Art ...
First Impressions | MAUS
August 12, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.7 MBYour heroes pop in for a quick preview of the next ComiClub book: MAUS by Art Spiegelman. Tune in for the "Bare Bones", "Judging a Book By Its Cover", and "Who Is This For?"
On a Sunbeam
July 29, 2020 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBYour heroes discuss the sci-fi queer coming-of-age story On a Sunbeam and its space-set themes of long-lost love and how to thrive in a society that does not understand you. In this episode you'll hear the first ever art awards tie, a tribute to sci-fi females in all mediums, and what your heroes learned along the way. On a Sunbeam is created by Tillie Walden and published by First Second.
Bone: Out From Boneville
July 15, 2020 15:00 - 34 minutes - 24.2 MBYour heroes return to discuss Jeff Smith's iconic Bone series with the first installment Out From Boneville. We discuss the masterful comedy of the book, the origins and influences of its creator, and how the characters of this epic keep the story grounded. Bone Vol 1: Out From Boneville is written, drawn, and lettered by Jeff Smith, colored by Steve Hamaker, and published by Cartoon Books.
Batman: Year One
July 01, 2020 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBYour heroes kick off the inaugural season of ComiClub with a deep dive on the classic Dark Knight origin story, Batman: Year One. We explore how Year One is just as much Jim Gordon's story as Batman's, give out the Art Awards, and Adam shares what he learned reading the unproduced Frank Miller and Darren Aronofsky adaptation of the comic. Batman: Year One is written by Frank Miller, illustrated by David Mazzucchelli, colored by Richmond Lewis, lettered by Todd Klein, and published by DC ...
Zero Episode
May 27, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBGet to know your hosts! Our very own origin stories.
Trailer
May 25, 2020 22:00 - 4 minutes - 2.92 MBWhether you're new to comics or have been reading comics for a while, you're invited to the club. Each month we read a different graphic novel or comic book, meet to chat over microphones (and perhaps a couple of drinks), and cast it straight to your ears. This episode is a small taste of the fun that will be had over the coming months as we read new comics, old comics, classic comics, indie comics, experimental comics, and more. Welcome to ComiClub!