Comics In Motion
1,298 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsRegular episodes celebrating all things comic book and comic related. A number of different shows drop each week including TV & Movie reviews and news, Indie Comics Spotlight, Mandatory Marvel & DC, Star Wars: Comics In Canon, Superheroes for Dummies, Femme On Film, Classic Comics, Seasons Greetings, Whats the Topic and occasional weekly episode-by-episode shows (including Book of Boba Fett and Mandalorian Season 2, with more to come)!
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SWCIC: Hidden Empire Emerges: Qi’ra Speaks With Palpatine, Aphra Fights The Spark Eternal & The Bounty Hunters Attack The Empire (HE1, DA27 & BH29) – Ep 121
February 25, 2023 07:45 - 34 minutes - 42.6 MBTHE CRIMSON REIGN IS OVER AS THE HIDDEN EMPIRE EMERGES! For ep 121, Mike delves into the first issue in the final chapter of the Qi’ra trilogy, including the crossover comics too! Qi’ra activates the Fermata Cage against Palpatine and speaks with him directly all while her agents cause chaos for the empire. Meanwhile, Aphra fights the Spark Eternal for control of her body, Sana Starros makes a deal with a Tagge and the Bounty Hunters crew fight the Empire, unknowingly going against their for...
Dummies Guide to Geekdom: Dungeons and Dragons: Classes
February 24, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBOur mini-series looking at Dungeons and Dragons continues! I'm joined by Maff in the third part of our chat to discuss character classes. If you cant decide if you're a rogue, a wizard or a bard, this chat will help you decide. Next week: Abilities and Character Background Find Maff online at https://twitter.com/maffuk78 Find more from the show, including how you can send in suggestions and questions, at: https://superdummy.co.uk/geekguide --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...
The Sonic Salon II
February 23, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBPlease, use this RSS code to add Sonic Salon to your favorite Podcast catcher. https://anchor.fm/s/d8ce1854/podcast/rss The One Door Policy: Written by AR Farina. Read by AA McCartney A Betting Chance. Written and read by Tonya Todd The short story was published in Love in the Dunes: Las Vegas Writers on Passion and Heartache Please purchase your copy here. Social: IMDb | Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Femme On | 52 Love Podcast | LinkedIn | Stage 32 Book me: Manager Sue ...
The Last of Us, episode six: Kin
February 22, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBDespite technical difficulties, this week Ria and her lovely guests Jo and Jamie endure and survive to bring you this week's episode. We chat about the (re)introduction of Tommy, meeting Maria and how we feel about Jackson, significant developments in Joel and Ellie's relationship and the show's representation of violence. Jo and Jamie bring some great insights to this episode and as first time podcast guests absolutely smash it! Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek o...
Star Wars Rebels Reviewed, Season 1: The Beginning; New Characters, Returning Faces, Lightsabers, Ralph McQuarrie Concept Art & More!
February 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBAs 2023 brings a fresh new year of Star Wars content, a Padawan, a Jedi & a Master go into the archives to bring you their thoughts on the animated show Star Wars: Rebels (found on Disney+)! This episode serves as an introduction to our hosts and the show; Maff, Dave & Mike talk about their first experiences with Rebels, how season 1 compares to other SW content, their first impressions, favourite characters, stand-out moments, familiar faces and so much more – this is the perfect show to w...
Dummies Guide to Geekdom: D&D part II
February 17, 2023 05:21 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBOur mini-series looking at Dungeons and Dragons continues! I'm joined by Maff in the second part to discuss the abilities and skills available to characters. If you'd like to know your perception from your persuasion, this is the place for you. Next week: Classes Find Maff online at https://twitter.com/maffuk78 Find more from the show, including how you can send in suggestions and questions, at: https://superdummy.co.uk/geekguide --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotif...
Indie Comic Spotlight: Dark Spaces: Wildfire.
February 16, 2023 05:43 - 1 hour - 67 MBTony is joined by Nerd Yoda this week to put out wildfires with a heist. STEVE J. RAY! IDW's Dark Spaces: Wildfire Legendary writer Scott Snyder presents DARK SPACES, a thrilling new anthology series exploring our deepest fears of the unknown, beginning in the smoldering hills of California in DARK SPACES: WILDFIRE! Six weeks into the slow burn of the historic Arroyo Fire, a crew of women from an inmate firefighting program are risking everything on the frontlines when their newest recru...
Earth-Two in the Bronze Age- Episode 9: All-Star Comics #59
February 14, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe All-Star Super Squad (Power Girl, Star Spangled Kid, Robin) with the JSA (Hawkman, Flash, Green Lantern, Wildcat, Dr. Mid-Nite, Doctor Fate) take on Brainwave and a surprise villain from the JSA’s past- well, you have to listen to find out! This issue wraps up the first story! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You...
The Last of Us, episode five: Endure and Survive
February 13, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBIf you are saddened by the ever-worsening situation following the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, please consider donating to Choose Love who have launched an emergency appeal. February is also LGBT+ History Month in the UK. This year, LGBT+ History Month is focusing on LGBT+ people's contribution to cinema and film behind the lens. Find out more on their website and consider supporting LGBTQI+ charities. On to the show... this week, Ria is joined by Blake and Ele. They discuss episode fiv...
Super Draft: Nic Cage!
February 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 210 MBWelcome, to the Super Draft! In this episode, Spider-Dan (Spider-Dan and the Secret Bores) and Angry Andy (Angry Andy Reviews) go head to head to pick their best teams of 5 Nicolas Cage characters. To see the final teams and vote for which you think is the best, head to Comicsinmotionp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/comicsinmotionp Let us know your thoughts and tell us who you would have picked. May the best team win! A full list of the rules can be found at https://www.superdummy.co.u...
#SWPD2023: What Is Star Wars Revelations? Vader’s Vision Of The Future; A Droid Threat, Doctor Aphra, Luke’s Saber Crystal & More (Star Wars Revelations 1) – Ep 120
February 11, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 34.4 MBIT'S #STARWARSPODCASTDAY2023! DARTH VADER HAS A VISION OF THE FUTURE, SHOWING THE RESURRECTION OF AN ANCIENT DROID THREAT! For ep 120, Mike delves into the one-shot special by Marc Guggenheim which stretches across all ongoing runs of Star Wars comics (excluding The High Republic) to give an idea of what new threat is looming during & after the Hidden Empire crossover event. Vader sees many potential futures thanks to the Eye Of The Webbish Bog, but what do these futures all mean and can Vad...
A Dummies Guide to Geekdom: Dungeons and Dragons
February 10, 2023 05:27 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBDungeons and Dragons: Character Races show notes: Our mini-series looking at Dungeons and Dragons begins! I'm joined by Maff in this first part to discuss rule sets and character races. If you don't know your Orc from your Elf, this is the place to get started. Next week: Abilities and Skills Find Maff online at https://twitter.com/maffuk78 Find more from the show, including how you can send in suggestions and questions, at: https://superdummy.co.uk/geekguide --- Send in a voice me...
The Sonic Salon
February 09, 2023 05:17 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBPlease subscribe to Sonic Salon. On Spotify If you like what you hear and want to leave a comment, please send us an email at [email protected] text, or Voicemail +1-941-840-1554. You can find us on Instagram at The Sonic Salon If you have a story, poem, essay, or some other amazing idea burning its way out of you, please submit it to [email protected]. If you have something written that needs a reader, we can make that happen. If you want to record it yourself, attach the...
The Last of Us, episode four: Please hold my hand
February 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBThis week, Ria is joined by Maff and Spider-Dan. They break down the episode, discuss Joel and Ellie's character and relationship progression and the introduction of a brand new character, Kathleen. They also decide which of Ellie's jokes from No Pun Intended: Volume Too by Will Livingston is their favourite. Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The ...
Star Wars: Quest For The Hidden City (High Republic) By George Mann; Overview & Spoiler-Free Book Review – Phase 2, Wave 1 of THR; Set 350 Years Before The Skywalker Saga
February 04, 2023 07:30 - 41 minutes - 38.8 MBPATHFINDERS EXPLORE NEW SYSTEMS & RUN INTO MONSTERS IN PHASE 2 OF THE HIGH REPUBLIC! Quest For The Hidden City is the focus of this episode; Mike provides an overview of Phase 2 of The High Republic, including how it differs from Phase 1 and what Pathfinder teams are, before providing his spoiler-free thoughts on the novel. He then reads the blurb and provides more information on the book, lightly speaking about characters and themes. After reading the crawl, Mike gives the final spoiler-war...
TV and Movies Reviews: The Rocketeer
February 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBTony, Matthew and Scott fly high! Check out the Pulp retrospectives on the 20th Century Geek. Part one and part two. You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Gotham-Universe-Political-Thou...
The Last of Us, episode three: Long, Long Time
February 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBRia, Paul and Maff get emotional discussing episode three of HBO's The Last of Us. They break the episode down into two distinct sections; Joel and Ellie and Bill and Frank. They talk about love, loss, connection and Piano Frog because Piano Frog is a legend. Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ram...
Dungeons and Dragons, A Dummies Introduction
February 01, 2023 05:26 - 25 minutes - 46 MBThis week, I explore Dungeons and Dragons. In preparation for a mini-series through February, where Maff and I take a bit of a deeper dive into how Dungeons and Dragons works, I take a peek at the very basics. If you're looking for a first look at gameplay and dice or if you've always wondered exactly how it all works, this will have you covered. Look out for deeper conversations coming in the following weeks looking at races, classes, abilities and much more. Find more from the show, inc...
Classic Comics with Matthew B. Lloyd, Episode 33- Seven Soldiers of Victory- “The Law’s Legionnaires”
January 30, 2023 05:01 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBNotes: Classic Comics- Episode 33- Seven Soldiers of Victory- “The Law’s Legionnaires” It’s DC’s “other” Golden Age team- the Seven Soldiers of Victory! Green Arrow, Speedy, Shining Knight, Crimson Avenger, Wing, Vigilante, Star-Spangled Kid and Stripesy! Uh-that’s more than seven…, maybe that’s why they were also known as The Law’s Legionnaires? Join me and Max Byrne from Mandatory Marvel and DC and Mandatory Music and CD for a discussion of this Golden Age team! You can follow the show @...
SWCIC: Vader Rides A Podracer Through A Sandstorm! Plus He Saves Sabé & Fights Crimson Dawn (Darth Vader [2020] #24-29) – Ep 119
January 28, 2023 16:56 - 35 minutes - 44 MBDARTH VADER’S PATH IS UNCLEAR AS HE SAVES PADMÉ’S LOOKALIKE & HANDMAIDEN; SABÉ! For ep 119, Mike delves into 6 issues of Greg Pak’s Darth Vader run, set after Crimson Reign, where Vader & Sabé pursue an imperial governor working with Crimson Dawn and along the way Vader meets two people from his childhood on Tatooine. Palpatine also meets & tests Sabé and when the other handmaidens hear what Sabé has been up to, Dormé is sent to investigate! Mike also provides information on handmaidens and ...
Indie Comics Spotlight: The Rocketeer
January 26, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBToday's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic. The Rocketeer "Using the stolen rocket-pack for the first time, racing pilot Cliff Secord has taken to the skies - in a desperate bid to save the life of a fellow flyer!" - from the opening of chapter 2, on page 19 That breathless style of narration and the accompanying first-rate illustrations (to wit: just look at that striking action hero pose adorning the cover . . . whic...
Earth-Two in the Bronze Age- Episode 8: All-Star Comics #58
January 24, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWe’re here! The relaunch of All-Star Comics in the ‘70’s! Featuring the introduction of the All-Star Super Squad and the first appearance of Power Girl. This is it, this is where Earth-Two really takes off! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe ...
SWCIC: Ty Yorrick Fights A Xunji, Haunted Droids Attack, A Wampa Fights Dragon Slugs & the Hassarian Storyteller (Tales From The Rancor Pit) – Ep 118
January 21, 2023 07:30 - 31 minutes - 38.8 MBA HASSARIAN BEGS JABBA FOR HIS LIFE BY TELLING 3 SPOOKY STORIES! For ep 118, Mike delves into the latest of Cavan Scott’s horror comics; Tales From The Rancor Pit, where 3 horror stories from across the Star Wars galaxy are recounted to the gangster Jabba The Hutt! One features haunted droids during the Clone Wars, the second features monster hunter Ty Yorrick during the High Republic era and the last features Han Solo, Leia & Chewbacca dealing with local creatures on Hoth, set shortly befor...
Indie Comics Spotlight: Creator Corner: Breath of Shadows
January 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBToday's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic. Check out this playlist that Rich made for this book! In February 2023, IDW Publishing is releasing issue #1 of its IDW Original Series, Breath of Shadows, a five-issue miniseries from Bram Stoker Award–Nominated Comic Book Creators Rich Douek and Alex Cormack that melds the horror genre with drugs and rock ‘n’ roll, resulting in an edge-of-your-seat, dark-and-twisted, mus...
The Last of Us, episode one: When You’re Lost in the Darkness
January 18, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBRia and Alyson discuss the first episode of HBO's The Last of Us, talking about the amazing cast, world building and the scenes that most resonated with them. Over the next eight weeks, Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams. Huge thank you to Kevin for providing his beautifu...
A Dummies Guide to Geekdom: Mr. Terrific
January 18, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode, we're joined by Matt B Lloyd, to answer the question 'Who is Mr Terrific?'. First appearing for DC Comics in 1942, Mr Terrific is actually two different characters, with the second appearing in 1997. Both found their way to crimefighting in unexpected ways but quickly grew into the role. Terry Sloane, then Michael Holt, are both non-super-powered characters trying to do their best for their communities. With a possible TV show in the works, this is definitely worth a liste...
SWCIC: Aphra Possessed By The Spark Eternal, Ancient Sith Darkseekers Plus Sana Starros & Magna Tolvan (Doctor Aphra #22-26) – Ep 117
January 14, 2023 12:17 - 37 minutes - 46.1 MBAPHRA IMPRISONED IN HER OWN MIND WHILE THE SPARK ETERNAL RUNS RAMPANT! For ep 117, Mike delves into the 5 issues of Doctor Aphra set after Crimson Reign, but before the Hidden Empire crossover event, which features an ancient being called the Spark Eternal possessing Aphra, trapping her inside her own memories with no one to speak with aside from a long-dead Chadra-Fan. While this unfolds, Sana Starros puts a crew together to find Aphra while Just Lucky is hotly in pursuit! As well as this p...
Indie Comics Spotlight: Coming Soon: Christinania
January 12, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBToday's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic. If you want to talk to Tony or sign up for his newsletter, check out his website. www.arfarina.com A new graphic novel by Abi Behe, TJ Behe and Taka Out Spring 2023 from Markosia A social hack shifts control of dark web app Contraband to any top influencer - and now everyone everywhere wants to be #1. Except Christiania. A vibrant spirit liberated by strong co...
Super Draft: Villains
January 11, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBWelcome, to the Super Draft! In this episode, Tony (Indie Comics Spotlight) and Maffs (Projects coming soon) go head to head to pick their best teams of 5 Villains. To see the final teams and vote for which you think is the best, head to Comicsinmotionp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/comicsinmotionp Let us know your thoughts and tell us who you would have picked. May the best team win! A full list of the rules can be found at https://www.superdummy.co.uk/draft/draft-rules/ Tony can be...
Earth-Two in the Bronze Age- Episode 7: “…And One of Us Must Die” from Justice League of America #102.
January 10, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIt’s the finale of the three part re-introduction of the Seven Soldiers of Victory. The Justice League and Justice Society team up to discover what happened to these missing Golden Age Heroes. Who will pay the ultimate price to bring the Seven Soldiers back! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my...
A New Show Announcement: Star Wars Rebels Reviewed, With Dave, Maff & Mike!
January 08, 2023 14:54 - 2 minutes - 2.47 MBA new show awakens! After mentioning it on the Andor discussion finale, Dave, Maff & Mike have all decided to launch a new show here on Comics In Motion, where they watch all four seasons of the animated show Star Wars: Rebels (found on Disney+)! The first episode should be out in February 2023 and subsequent releases will likely be around 1-2 months afterwards. Please send us your questions, thoughts or anything else, either by contacting @ComicsInMotionP or @GenuineChitChat on social medi...
Star Wars: Path Of Deceit (A High Republic Novel) By Tessa Gratton & Justina Ireland; Overview & Spoiler-Free Book Review – Phase 2, Wave 1 of THR; Set 350 Years Before The Skywalker Saga
January 07, 2023 07:15 - 45 minutes - 55 MBPHASE 2 OF THE HIGH REPUBLIC KICKS OFF WITH A CULT, A CONSPIRACY & CHAOS! Path Of Deceit is the focus of this episode; where Mike provides an overview of Phase 2 of The High Republic, before providing his spoiler-free thoughts on the novel. He then provides more information on the book, before giving a spoiler-warning his spoiler-filled thoughts, giving an overview of the book’s plot, some connections to other content and more! This book is the first in the second phase of the High Republic ...
Indie Comics Spotlight: Santa Claus vs the Nazis
January 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBCheck out Ben's Website Check out Gavin's Etsy Check out Spider-Dan's website Check out Tony's Website 1941. After discovering Santa Claus' factory, the Nazis enslave the elves, incapacitate Santa and convert the factory into a factory of war. two of Santa's helpers escape to London to brief Churchill, who creates a commando unit to take the factory back. Santa Claus vs the Nazis on GoodReads Santa Claus vs the Nazis on Aces Weekly --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo...
Dummies Guide to Geekdom: Tim Drake
January 04, 2023 05:37 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBYou may ask 'Who is Tim Drake?' Well, Tony Farina is ready and waiting with the answer! Created by Marv Wolfman and Pat Broderick, Tim first appeared in Batman 436 in 1989. By proving his worth to a reluctant Dark Knight, Tim would become Batman's new Robin by 1990. Tony shares with us why he loves this character so much, giving a background to Tim's conflicted journey. Be sure to listen! Find more from Tony at https://www.arfarina.com/ Find more from the show, including how you can se...
The Last of Us, episode two: Infected
January 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBRia, Katie and Carl discuss the second episode of HBO's The Last of Us, talking about Ellie and Joel's relationship, Tess's character arc and everyone's favourite frog. We discuss spoilers for future episodes of the TV and game at around the 53:05 minute mark until 59:07 minutes. Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joe...
The Last of Us, episode two: Infected
January 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBRia, Katie and Carl discuss the second episode of HBO's The Last of Us, talking about Ellie and Joel's relationship, Tess's character arc and everyone's favourite frog. We discuss spoilers for future episodes of the TV and game at around the 53:05 minute mark until 59:07 minutes. Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The show stars Pedro Pascal as Joe...
TV and Movie Reviews Hostile Takeover: Paper Girls
December 29, 2022 05:12 - 1 hour - 77 MBToday's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic. Check out Tony's chat with Jack (not JAC) on the comic Paper Girls. Alyson, Ria, and Tony do a deep dive into the Amazon TV show based on the best-selling comic book. SAVE PAPER GIRLS! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comics-in-motion-podcast/message
Classic Comics with Matthew B. Lloyd: The Spirit Christmas
December 25, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 9.67 MBFor a special video version of this very special podcast, swing over to the Comics in Motion You Tube Channel. The Christmas Spirit of 1940: Black Henry and Simple Simon. It’s a special bonus Christmas Episode as we look at the first Christmas Spirit story by Will Eisner. It was a holiday tradition for Eisner to have the Spirit step aside and let the Spirit of Christmas fight crime. This is the first one from 1940. Eisner’s genius is apparent even in this early story from the first year o...
SWCIC: Anakin’s Lesson, Vader’s Failure, Kylo Ren’s Search For Luke & Poe’s Eulogy For Snap Wexley – Charles Soule’s 100th Comic (Star Wars [2020] 25) – Ep 116
December 24, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 40.7 MBAS WE CELEBRATE THE 100TH STAR WARS COMIC, CHARLES SOULE RELEASES FOUR SHORT STORIES! For ep 116, Star Wars 25 is the focus, where we celebrate Charles Soule’s 100th SW comic script with stories connected to his previous runs, including Obi-Wan teaching Anakin a lesson after The Phantom Menace, Vader fighting Palpatine after Revenge Of The Sith, Kylo Ren searching for Luke Skywalker after The Last Jedi and Poe Dameron’s eulogy for Black Squadron pilot Snap Wexley after The Rise Of Skywalker ...
Indie Comics Spotlight: Tintin in the Congo
December 22, 2022 04:10 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBTony and Blake try to fix racism and fail (of course), but they have a thoughtful conversation. Check out all the info about Tintin in the Congo here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comics-in-motion-podcast/message
Dummies Guide to Geekdom: Dick Grayson
December 21, 2022 05:28 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBWho on earth is Dick Grayson? In an attempt to answer this very question, I'm joined by the wonderful Heath Fodor! Created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane, Dick first appeared in comic books in April 1940, Detective Comics #38. He quickly became the very first Robin, assisting Batman in his crime-fighting adventures. Dick has become a fan favourite, with a generation of comic book readers identifying with the young man's struggles to find his own path in life. As such, he's had many a transfor...
Classic Comics with Matthew B. Lloyd: Marvel Comics #1
December 19, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBIt all began here in 1939, the issue that launched the company that would become Marvel Comics. In this issue we meet the first two stars of Timely Comics, the Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner! It’s a run through of the issue as Classic Comics looks at this historic issue from the Golden Age of Comics. You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and e...
Disney Discussions Christmas Edition: 5 Fun Festive Films With Mike, Megan, Ria Carrogan & Spider-Dan
December 18, 2022 17:59 - 1 hour - 128 MBAs 2022 comes to a close, it’s time for a Disney Discussions Christmas special, where your four hosts tackle 5 “classic” movies; A Nightmare Before Christmas, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Santa Clause 1 & 2 and Ernest Saves Christmas! We lightly compare these movies to each other, confirming which are our favourites and why, if they have stood the test of time, how they deal with the holiday season and they give a sneak peek into what 2023 holds for the Disney Discussions! If you missed them...
Star Wars: Padawan (An Obi-Wan YA Novel) By Kiersten White, Spoiler-Free Book Review – Set Years Before The Phantom Menace and Master & Apprentice
December 17, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBA YOUNG OBI-WAN MUST FEND FOR HIMSELF ON A STRANGE NEW WORLD! This week Mike embarks on a book review for Padawan by Kiersten White; a novel centred around a young Obi-Wan Kenobi shortly after being taken on as a padawan by Qui-Gon Jinn. Obi-Wan travels to a new world, after being guided by a Jedi from the High Republic, he meets a group of children who seem to have strange force abilities, but there is more than meets the eye, as this mystery unravels around Obi-Wan all while he questions w...
Gaming Corner: The Last of Us Part 1 Roundtable
December 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBTwo seasoned players, two new players and one invested observer gather round a battered, blood stained table to discuss one of the greatest video games ever made, The Last of Us. In this epic discussion they talk about the impact of the game on them as players, representations of violence and why Joel and Ellie make such interesting protagonists. The Last of Us was developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony in 2013. It was written by Neil Druckmann and directed by Bruce Stanley and Neil...
Indie Comics Spotlight: Miracle Man
December 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBToday's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic. Mike and Tony talk Miracle Man. It is about to get real. Nuf Said. You can find all of Tony's writings and musings at @arfarina | Linktree You can find all of Mike’s podcast shows & his social media details here: https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comics-in-motion-podcast/message
Super Draft: Dans for days
December 14, 2022 05:33 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBWelcome, to the Super Draft! In this episode, Dan (Pop Guerillas) and Dan (Spider-Dan and the secret bores) go head to head to pick their best teams of 5 Dans. To see the final teams and vote for which you think is the best, head to Comicsinmotionp on Twitter: https://twitter.com/comicsinmotionp Let us know your thoughts and tell us who you would have picked. May the best team win! A full list of the rules can be found at https://www.superdummy.co.uk/draft/draft-rules/ Dan can be found...
Earth Two in the Bronze Age #6: “The Hand that Shook the World” from Justice League of America #101.
December 13, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBIt’s part two of the three part re-introduction of the Seven Soldiers of Victory. The Justice League and Justice Society team up to discover what happened to these missing Golden Age Heroes. After the mysterious introduction of the Hand, the two teams must try and get to the bottom of it as they recover the lost heroes! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to [email protected]. You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I w...
SWCIC: How The Second Death Star Was Discovered & Buying A Nihil Starship (Star Wars 26-29) – Ep 115
December 10, 2022 14:50 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBCRIMSON DAWN AGENTS DISCOVER THE SECOND DEATH STAR! For ep 115, Mike delves into the 4 issues of Star Wars set after Crimson Reign, but before the Hidden Empire crossover event (excluding SW 25), where some Crimson Dawn undercover agents discover the DS-2 and work out where to go next, all while Luke continues to grow his strength as a Jedi and an auction takes place to obtain some ancient High Republic technology. Mike also talks about the ISB, Bar’leth, other connections and mentions a Mar...
Mandatory Music and CD: Paranoid by Black Sabbath
December 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBParanoid Review by Steve Huey Paranoid was not only Black Sabbath's most popular record (it was a number one smash in the U.K., and "Paranoid" and "Iron Man" both scraped the U.S. charts despite virtually nonexistent radio play), it also stands as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal albums of all time. Paranoid refined Black Sabbath's signature sound -- crushingly loud, minor-key dirges loosely based on heavy blues-rock -- and applied it to a newly consistent set of songs ...