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Fireside Chats - Comic Book Podcast

519 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratings

Comic Book focused news and reviews brought to you twice each week. Join us as we analyze the newest comic current events and debate the weekly hot topics that every comicbook geek wonders about. Welcome to our multiverse. Welcome to Fireside.

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Fireside Chats Issue 306: #SaveLucifer

May 16, 2018 15:33 - 38 minutes - 89.6 MB

Don't fret Fireside faithful! Unlike some of Mr. Maurer's favorite shows we have a brand new issue of Fireside Chats ready for you. This issue of new news brings you a top stories like when to expect Wonder Woman's sequel to start filming, the latest Death of Superman trailer, and what TV shows were affected by Thanos' snap. All that plus Flash and Fantastic Four making some comic news. We find out the true reason behind Gotham's Joker issue and we mourn the loss of the worlds Lois Lane. Wel...

Fireside Chats Issue 305: Fireside Fight Club - Thanos

May 12, 2018 14:52 - 33 minutes - 77.7 MB

This is a terrible idea Fireside Faithful. We have some fun with Fireside Fight Club from time to time, but this is getting out of hand. On today’s issue the guys will be going toe to toe with the Mad Titan himself, Thanos. You read that right Firesiders - Mendte, Maurer, Features, and Baby Huey have decided to enter the Thunderdome with Thanos... Infinity Gauntlet and all. The reality warping, Moon throwing, death loving/ balance seeking purple menace vs 3 pudgy dudes and Features. Breaking...

Fireside Chats Issue 304: Spoiler Alert - Baby Huey Dies

May 09, 2018 14:49 - 35 minutes - 80.8 MB

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! The week’s peak, the middle, the hump, the hurdle is here and we’ll get through it together. Just remember this day brings new book, new stories, and new news. Join Mendte, Maurer, Features, and Baby Huey as they talk about the biggest stories from around the ComicSphere. Since Huey is here, you know we have Power Ranger news! Plus the new Luke Cage trailer, Infinity Wars, Fortnite, Spawn, Deadpool, and Groot’s spoilerific translation. We can’t get you through...

Fireside Chats Issue 303: Infinity War Spoiler Review

May 05, 2018 14:10 - 49 minutes - 114 MB

Fireside Chats Issue 303: Infinity War Spoiler Review Mendte, Maurer, Features Enough time has passed Fireside Faithful. Thanos came and we‘re left here picking up the pieces. We can’t stay silent any longer. It’s time to relive the excitement and morn the fallen. It’s time to talk about it. Join Mendte, Maurer and Features as they go in-depth, spoilers be damned, into Avengers Infinity War. The review a movie like this deserves. What scene hurt the most? What was the most shocking? See wh...

Fireside Chats Issue 302: We Got Some Exclusive News Here

May 05, 2018 14:07 - 34 minutes - 80.4 MB

Happy Wednesday and welcome back Fireside Faithful! The internet is one again safe now that most of us have seen Infinity War (for those that haven’t, we wish you luck with the spoilers... it’s rough out there). While Thanos and his Gantlet have been setting records, it’s also casting shadows over everything else that’s happened around the ComicSphere. Well... call us Batman because we embraced those to bring you all the comic related current events from around the ComicSphere (c’mon Mendte)...

Fireside Chats Issue 301: Spoiler Free Infinity War Review

April 28, 2018 13:04 - 41 minutes - 94.8 MB

It’s here Firesiders! Thanos has come and the MCU will never be the same again. The range of emotions you’ll go/ been through is staggering. From tear of laughter, to tears of devastation; Avengers Infinity War is something to behold. Weather you have seen the movie or not - join Mendte, Features, and Felix Hergood for a spoiler free review. What did we think? How was Thanos? Which movies MCU movies should you watch before heading to the theater? Press play and find out. Welcome to Fireside.  

Fireside Chats Issue 300: Flatulent Features

April 25, 2018 12:54 - 40 minutes - 92.5 MB

Today marks our 300th Issues Fireside Faithful! 300... wow, Maurer hasn’t stabbed anyone yet... I think. Don’t expect to hear us talk about that fact because we completely forgot. We are so focused on the new News from around the ComicSphere that a milestone like that comes 2nd. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they talk about Dick Grayson back in the cape and cowl, an intense Fantastic 4 debate, and of course “We Are Venom!” The leaked footage not the trailer (that came out as we finish...

Fireside Chats Issue 299: Dolores the Ringworm and other Songs by Nicholas Brendon

April 21, 2018 21:27 - 34 minutes - 79.8 MB

Greetings and Salutations Firesiders.  Mendte and Mr. Maurer have an exciting guest for you this Saturday.  Grab the rest of the Scoobies and turn up the volume as special guest Nicholas Brendon joins the Mendte and Mr. Maurer at the OG Podcast Studio in NYC.  The guys chat up Nicky as he sings, tells stories, and has some general fun at Mr. Maurer's expense.  Hear all about some great things that are in the works and dive a little deeper into the mind behind Xander Harris.  Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 298: Full Health

April 18, 2018 15:52 - 37 minutes - 85.2 MB

We’re back Firesiders! Big Apple Comic Con was a blast but it’s good to be home. Time to get back to basics, back to new news, back to our regularly scheduled program! Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they get back to bringing you all the comic related current events (it’s not that hard Mendte) you’ve come to expect. The guys talk about another new X-Men team, a new Lantern Ring, a new season of Jessica Jones, and much more new news. Let’s do this Firesiders. Get the car keys, get to you...

Fireside Chats Issue 297: The Other Trinity

April 14, 2018 14:39 - 34 minutes - 79.7 MB

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! Features has a question? If you took away Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman - Who would be DC’s Trinity? Join Mendte, Features, and Baby Huey as the three explore the possibilities of who could replace DC’s strongest, fiercest, and smartest. Maurer still won’t come in without a hazmat suit. Also, what about Marvel? Who could replace the Big three? Find out who the guys would pick on today’s issue of Fireside Chats. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 296: Grumble Grumble Grumble

April 11, 2018 10:07 - 36 minutes - 84.6 MB

It’s Wednesday once again Firesiders!Let us help you get over the hump of hump day with another semi coherent borage of new news. Whether you’re on the way to work, home, or the local comic shop, we’ve got you. Join Mendte, Features, and Baby Huey (Maurer refused) as they go into the last week of comic current events. The guys chat about the top selling comics last month, a new solo Catwoman series, Booster Gold time jumping with Booster Gold, Arsenal returning to the Arrowverse, and that da...

Fireside Chats Issue 295: Metal

April 07, 2018 12:00 - 35 minutes - 81.1 MB

It’s over Firesiders, the Earth is plunging into Dark Multiverse as this epic DC story comes to a close. The Batman Who Laughs and the forces of Barbatos look like they have the upper hand. Join Mendte, Maurer, Features, and Baby Huey as they talk about (arguably) DC’s most important story arc since Flashpoint gave us the New 52. How did it start? Why Metal? Who are the evil Batmen? And is it worth the read? Get the answers to all of these and much more Metal in today’s issue. Welcome to Fire...

Fireside Chats Issue 294: Empty Throne

April 04, 2018 12:54 - 39 minutes - 90.3 MB

The Throne is ripe for the picking Fireside Faithful. Hordes of Frost Giants, Dark Elves, and other nightmares of the 9 realms are poised and ready to attack. Mendte has become patient zero, so its up to Mr. Maurer, P. Features, and Baby Huey keep the new news coming and save the people of Midgard. As the guys guard the gates, they talk Ghost Rider's kingdom in hell, Marvel's First Family's triumphant return and Teen Titans Animated Series gets a second life. All that and more! Welcome to Fi...

Fireside Chats Issue 293: Shattered

March 31, 2018 13:38 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MB

Its Morphin’ Time Firesiders! The grid is being shattered and we couldn’t be more excited. Lord Drakkon is the best thing to happen to Power Rangers since Zords, and he’s finally making his move. Join Mendte, Maurer, and our in house Rangers expert, Baby Huey. The three talk about how Mighty Morphin’ was able to stand the test of time and stay relevant enough to still get us excited about the comics. If you were a Power Rangers fan growing up, grab your power coin, and Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 292: Baby Huey and the News

March 28, 2018 12:00 - 81.2 MB

Rise and shine Fireside Faithful! Wednesday is here once again to bring the good people of the ComicSphere new books and new news. So on your way the your local comic shop, join Mendte and Maurer to catch up on what’s new within our bagged and boarded boundaries. Features was attacked/seduced by late shift once again, so sadly he’s not with us, but Baby Huey is here to pick up the slack. On today’s issue the gang goes into new teams, like Darkseid joining the Justice League (you read that ri...

Fireside Chats Issue 291: Oh Snap

March 24, 2018 15:08 - 82.8 MB

We are getting close Fireside Faithful. Infinity War is a hop, skip, and Moon toss away and needless to say we are excited. Who isn’t? Vision. He’s not. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they go into detail about all things Infinity War. From the Thanos’s motivation and the Black Order, to Caps stopping the debatable punch, and other rumors surrounding the movie. Get pumped Firesiders, we are weeks away. Hop on the hype train and Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 290: Hello Cellular Data

March 21, 2018 13:44 - 34 minutes - 80.5 MB

It’s Wednesday Firesiders, it’s time for a new Chat. A new chat full of new news and new jokes. A weekly fresh start like Marvel comics’ business strategy as of late. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they talk about the new comic line up from Marvel, the Bizarro Universe crash landing with Boyzarro, Constantine becomes an official Legend, and of course the New Infinity War trailer! So let get to it... press play, and as always - Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 289: Jessica Jones Season 2 Review

March 17, 2018 13:45 - 39 minutes - 91 MB

Grab the whiskey Firesiders, it’s time to talk Jessica Jones. Season 2 dropped long enough ago that it’s time for a spoiler filled review. Join Mendte, Maurer, and first time guest, long time listener Mashko (AKA our number one fan). The three go in depth into our favorite Netflix hero’s second outing. How does it stand up to the first season? What worked? What didn’t? Do they miss Killgrave as much as I do? All this and a hangover. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 288: X-Convoluted

March 14, 2018 12:00 - 98.8 MB

Ok Firesiders, listen up because we don’t have much time. We are being crushed by the amount of comic news of the last week like we’re in Garbage Compactor 3263827 from a New Hope. We may not have an R2 and 3PO, but we do have hosts Mendte, Features, and Baby Huey. That should be enough... fingers crossed. The guys talk Daddy Deathstroke, and the Rider Supreme; As well as Deadpool 2 reshoots, why Hawkeye has been on the sidelines, and the first reactions to Cloak and Dagger. All that plus ou...

Fireside Chats Issue 287: Fireside Fight Club - The Robins

March 10, 2018 14:16 - 35 minutes - 82 MB

Ring the bell Firesiders! It’s time for another Fireside Fightclub - the show where your favorite hosts go toe to toe with some of comic cultures finest. We have taken on the Suicide Squad, The Guardians of the Galaxy, and the Arrowverse, but now we face our most cunning adversaries yet... the Robins. It was going to be the BatFamily, but we aren’t ready for Batman. See how Mendte, Maurer, and Features would try and take down Nightwing, Red Hood, and Red Robin using only one weapon each. Who...

Fireside Chats Issue 286: Screw the Toy Industry

March 07, 2018 16:41 - 39 minutes - 91 MB

This one is a doozy Firesiders! The news surrounding the ComicSphere is getting dense and closing in; absorbing every blog and media feed in its path. How will we ever sort it all out? Luckily, Mendte, Maurer, and Features live for these moments Moments where Shiny Cosmic Surfers become Thunder Gods. Where Fresh starts aren’t so fresh, and toys are the biggest source of spoilers. Where Tom Cruise might be the DCEU’s brightest day. In such chaos... Fireside thrives. Let us help make sense of ...

Fireside Chats Issue 285: Get Off My Lawn! Part 2

March 03, 2018 22:12 - 33 minutes - 76.8 MB

Sometimes you just need to let it out Firesiders. I’m told it’s therapeutic. So welcome back to Get Off My Lawn Part 2: Now with more Maurer. Join Mendte, Features, and the man who hates for a living as they talk about their recent grips with the comic book industry. From Marvels recent comic shortcomings, to the odd DC decisions around their TV and Film franchises. So join us Fireside Faithful, let’s get it all into the open so we can get back on track tomorrow. Welcome to Fireside!

Fireside Chats Issue 284: I lost a Sai

February 28, 2018 16:07 - 81.7 MB

Firesiders! This will be our last issue... just kidding. I was just making sure you were all paying attention. No, we aren’t going anywhere, not with all that’s going on around the ComicSphere. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they hep everyone play catch up with last weeks biggest comic current events. From Superman’s newest weakness, and new books from Quicksilver, Multiple Man, and Thor - to Kevin Smith’s close call, and early Aquaman buzz. That’s just the beginning. Buckle up, Welcom...

Fireside Chats Issue 283: Black Panther Review

February 24, 2018 22:46 - 41 minutes - 96.4 MB

***Spoiler Alert*** It’s been a week and we’re all still screaming Wakanda forever! Black Panther has broken record after record, and is arguably one of the best Marvel movies ever made. Mendte, Maurer, and Features are joined by Amir of the That Jawn Podcast Network to give you their take on this crowing achievement. From Killmonger to Shuri, M’Baku to the Panther God Bast - join the guys for a no holds barred spoiled ridden review. This is your last warning... See the movie, press play, a...

Fireside Chats Issue 282: All My Friends Are Imaginary

February 21, 2018 14:43 - 32 minutes - 74.4 MB

It’s a new day Firesiders! With a new dawn comes new challenges, new beginnings, new chances, and because it’s Wednesday, New News. That’s right Fireside Faithful, we have another newstastic issue filled to the rafters with comic related current events. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they unpack Marvel Fresh Start, Black Panther’s numbers and concept art, the future of Power Rangers, and much, much, more. Let’s not drag this out any further... Press play and Welcome to Fireside!

Fireside Chats Issue 281: Ten Years of the MCU

February 17, 2018 15:25 - 45 minutes - 104 MB

Ten years Firesiders! Ten marvelous years of Puny Gods, Tony Stanks, Frost Giants, and Stan the Man cameos. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as the relive the last decade of MCU gold by revisiting all 18 movies. The guys bring up their favorite memories, facts, and thoughts about each film. Revisit all three Phases and find out which flick helped get Fireside started. So let’s get back to 2008 with the first Iron Man and Welcome to Fireside!

Fireside Chats Issue 280: I Choose You Baby Huey

February 14, 2018 14:30 - 85.2 MB

Rise and shine Firesiders! You know what time it is! Time for work most likely... sorry... that was a downer. But hey, at least you have us for the commute. Bringing you the Newest of the News from around the ComicSphere. So either on the way to the job, or the comic shop, join Mendte, Maurer, and Features, for another jam packed issue. With the Deadpool 2 and Venom trailers, a New Green Lantern, Thors Stormbreaker, and Cyborgs new position in the Justice League... we have a lot to talk abou...

Fireside Chats Issue 279: Black Panther Breakdown

February 10, 2018 14:26 - 32 minutes - 74.2 MB

February 16th is right around the corner Firesiders. The King of Wakanda is about to change the silver screen forever. Before that happens, let’s talk Black Panther. Welcome to the first Fireside Breakdown, where Mendte, Maurer, and Features discuss the origins, powers, story arcs, and fun facts about anything comic related. Who better to start with than T’Challa. So before you’re blessed by the Panther God Bast and see the movie... press play and Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 278: Where's My Nunchuks?

February 07, 2018 14:33 - 37 minutes - 85.5 MB

Wednesday is upon us again, so rise Firesiders! Rise like the new questionable looking Turtles of Nickelodeon. It’s time for the newest news from around the ComicSphere. Mendte, Maurer, and Features are back with a plethora of comic topics to keep you up to date. From the new aforementioned Ninja Turtles show character designs, to DC going after new readers in the young adult section, to those amazing Super Bowl Trailers. So go Birds and welcome to Fireside!

Fireside Chats Issue 277: Pete's Basement Invades Fireside

February 03, 2018 12:00 - 42 minutes - 98.7 MB

It was inevitable our paths would cross Fireside Faithful. 10 years in the ComicSphere, and Pete’s Basement is still going strong. Pete’s NSFW comic talk show captures the feeling of hanging out in his basement like you were one of the boys. Mendte, Maurer, are Features are joined by Pete himself, straight from the Big Apple to talk comics, podcasting, G4, and the Skrulls. Grab a drink, press play, and Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 276: Feel the Venom

January 31, 2018 15:58 - 34 minutes - 63.3 MB

The news waits for no one dear Firesders. It appears, and is replaced in a matter of moments. The Newest of news is only so for a short while before it grows old and stale. The ComicSphere spins quickly, don’t allow yourself to indulge in stale news. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as the bring you the latest in comic current events. From our first glimpse of Captain Marvel on set, to four new Justice Leagues. From Hellblazers and Legends, to ovals and underwear. Stay fresh Fireside Faithf...

Fireside Chats Issue 275: Relics

January 27, 2018 11:13 - 44 minutes - 82.5 MB

The Creep is free Firesiders, and there is only one team of Rotters who can keep the world from total damnation. The Corpse Crew is back! Buz Hanson, Ken Haeser, and Blair Webb join hosts Mendte, Maurer, and Features and talk about their new book, The Living Corpse: Relics. Hear the creators talk all things Corpsy. The three also discuss their future endeavors, including skateboards, and magazines. So don’t be a Clint, and Welcome to Fireside!

Fireside Chats Issue 274: Convergence

January 24, 2018 10:00 - 64.1 MB

The timeline is in jeopardy Firesiders. We need to set things right for the sake of the universe as we know it. So with that said, Welcome to Issue 274! That’s right Fireside Faithful, the legacy numbers are back after one day. DC’s Convergence has nothing on us. Join Mendte, Mr. Maurer, and Features as they bing you what Wednesdays have become know for around here, the New News. From the reveal of the Red Goblin by Amazon, to unused bastardized Batman from Dark Knights Metal, all the way to...

Fireside Chats Issue 1: Welcome to Fireside Vol. 2

January 20, 2018 13:49 - 30 minutes - 56.1 MB

It’s a new era dear Firesiders. Welcome to our Rebirth, our All New All Different... Well maybe not that, but change is upon us. Our new home at the OG means it’s time to start a new chapter, begin a second volume. We are resetting the issue numbers, so bare with us Fireside Faithful, it’s time to make sure we are all on the same page. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they recap everything from beginnings, to Fightclubs, all the way to Earth 2. Thank you all for an amazing Vol. 1. Vol. 2...

Fireside Chats Issue 272: Beep You Shatner

January 17, 2018 10:48 - 31 minutes - 57.3 MB

It’s that time once again Fireside faithful. That special time of the week when the newest of the news is blossoming around the ComicSphere. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features and they pick from the best stories and present them to you with upmost levels of professionalism. From Tom Kings newest Miracle, to the Barbarian once again joining Marvel, to Caps potentially new mantel in the MCU. So escape for a little like Scott Free, press play, and join us. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 271: Previewing 2018

January 13, 2018 16:24 - 72.6 MB

It’s a new year Fireside Faithful, and with come a lot of new reasons to be excited! 2017 was a great year for comic fans, but it’s looking like 2018 might be the pinnacle. With movies like Deadpool 2 and Avengers Infinity War, TV show returning like Jessica Jones, and books like Doctor Strange Damnation, this year will be packed to the rafters. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they look to the year ahead with child like Wonder, and give a preview of what to expect in 2018. Get excited F...

Fireside Chats Issue 270: This Could Take a While

January 10, 2018 15:39 - 46 minutes - 84.8 MB

Guess who's back! Back again! Fireside's back! Tell a friend.  Mendte's Back, Maurer's Back, Feature's Back, let's begin!  Fret not Fireside Faithful. Your favorite source for all things Comic-Sphere are here to bring the new year in with some big news.  In this extra long edition of Fireside Chats Mendte, Mr. Maurer, and P. Features dive in to the news.  Starting with the comic books and news for Domino, Venom, Thanos, Captain America, Bruce Wayne, Tim Drake and the sometimes worlds fastest...

Fireside Chats Countdown 2017

January 03, 2018 13:35 - 40 minutes - 74 MB

Well Hello Again Firesiders. As the new year begins and we reflect on what has happened in 2017. The Comic-Sphere was very good to us in 2017, so Mendte, Mr. Maurer, P. Features, and Baby Huey thought that it would be nice to look back on their favorite moments from 2017. The guys pick their top Comic, TV, and Movie from the past year and their pics may surprise you. So sit back and check out what Fireside thought was the best moments of the past year. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Best of 2017

December 27, 2017 17:12 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Greeting Firesiders! As the Fireside Crew takes a break this holiday season, we wouldn't want you to be without some comic sphere hijinks.  So we put together some clips from our favorite issues of the year.  So check out Mendte, Mr. Maurer, P. Features, and Baby Huey as they re-live their favorite Issues of 2017. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 269: The Last Jedi Review

December 23, 2017 11:01 - 41 minutes - 77 MB

***Spoiler Alert***    Firesiders! This one is going to be divisive. It seems like when it comes to The Last Jedi, you either loved it or hated it... vehemently. Where do you stand? With Rey and the belief that there is hope after what you have scene from this new trilogy? Or with Kylo and that it all needs to end. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they dissect The Last Jedi’s wins and fails alike in the 2nd installment of this generations Star Wars trilogy. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 268: Take My Money

December 20, 2017 12:00 - 38 minutes - 71.5 MB

Ok Firesiders, we wanted to make sure all the facts were in, but we have waited long enough. It’s time to talk Disney and Fox. That’s right Fireside faithful, it’s time to dive into what we know about Disney buying a majority of Fox’s film and television content. What does this mean for the MCU, Fantastic 4, X-Men, and Deadpool? You have all seen the headlines no doubt, but now that the deal is completely on the table it’s time to discuss. Join Mendte, Mr. Maurer, and Features as they break ...

Fireside Chats Issue 267: Shucky Learns a Thing or Two

December 16, 2017 14:56 - 56.6 MB

New to comics? Fret not young Firesiders, this issue is for you. The ComicSphere can be a daunting place. Where do you start? As the youngest members of our Fireside family are exploring the back issues, we thought we would have Ian (our resident Stewy) interview Mendte, Features, and Baby Huey. Ian is new to this world as well and we asked him to come up with some questions to help him better understand comics and us here a Fireside. Welcome.

We're the Walking Dead: Episode 16 - Coorraaaall!

December 16, 2017 04:48 - 33 minutes - 77.6 MB

We have approached the midway point in Season 8 and things could not be more in question for our group. Alexandria is up in flames, the Kingdom has lost their leader, and Rick faces the one thing he fears the most. Ian scrambles into the sewer to hide from the Saviors, while Mendte prepares Hilltop for whats to come. Join our walker stalkers as they discuss the latest in the comic, controversy surrounding the shocking mid season finale and all things Walking Dead. Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 266: Miles Away

December 13, 2017 15:01 - 31 minutes - 58.9 MB

Movies Firesiders! Movies have dominated this weeks news cycle from around the ComicSphere. 2017 was a stellar year comic cinema, but 2018 is looking like it plans to top it. Mendte, Mr. Maurer, and Features discuss what to expect next year with both Venom, and our first big screen appearance of Miles Morales in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. We also take about the recent DCEU announced movie slate, and more importantly... what’s missing. Tune in and get excited because 2018 is a few wee...

Fireside Chats Issue 265: The Infinity Cast

December 09, 2017 15:37 - 35 minutes - 81 MB

After long last, it’s finally here Firesiders! The Infinity War trailer is out and 230 million views later we are ready to break it down. Join hosts Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they dismantle a trailer ten years in the making. Theories, hopes, Easter eggs, and where we think the Soul Stone is. See who liked it and who wasn’t impressed. You have waited long enough Fireside Faithful, let’s get into this. Welcome to Fireside. 

Fireside Chats Issue 264: Infinity and Beyond

December 06, 2017 14:55 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MB

It’s that time once again Fireside Faithful. A day for not only new comics, but new news. All the happenings from around the ComicSphere in roughly a half hour. Join your favorite habitual hosts, Mendte, Maurer, and Features as the recap what’s worth noting in the world of comics! Like Rebirth coming to an end, New New Mutants, the record breaking Infinity War Trailer, and a potential merging of Venoms. Tune in, catch up, and Welcome to Fireside.

Fireside Chats Issue 263: Penny and Dime

December 02, 2017 13:39 - 34 minutes - 64.2 MB

One batch - Welcome Fireside Faithful. Two batch - Enough time has passed. Penny and Dime - lets go in-depth on Netflix’s Punisher. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Fireside’s resident Frank Castle Fanboy, Felix Hergood from the Emergent Gamer Podcast. The trio review the first season, leaving no shell casing unturned. They look into its comic book influences, real world concerns, and speculate about season 2 possibilities. Lock and load Firesiders, this isn’t revenge, it’s punishment. Welcome to Fi...

Fireside Chats Issue 262: The One That Spoils Everything

November 29, 2017 15:13 - 32 minutes - 60.5 MB

Here we are once again Firesiders, the tradition continues. As you make your way to the local comic shop, let us get you up to speed on all ComicSphere current events. Mendte, Maurer, and Features are back and loaded with last weeks mylar wrapped news stories and events. First, DC’s (arguably) biggest comic event Kicks off with Doomsday Clock #1. Then we have The Infinity War poster/trailer release, a new Ghost Rider that’s out of this world, and our first/second official look of the DCEUs D...

We're the Walking Dead Episode 15: A Whole New World

November 29, 2017 05:32 - 31 minutes - 72.3 MB

Things have been pretty tense here lately. Gabriel is stuck in a trailer with a Negan trying to use the power of Christ to compel him . Rick has been captured (again) by the Garbage people. Oh, and Rosita just obliterated a guy up with a rocket launcher. So epic. Mendte peers through binoculars to see the horde of walkers outside the Sanctuary. While Ian is trying to get help Rick get his clothes back. Darn garbage people. Join our walker stalkers as they discuss exciting news with the comic...

Fireside Chats Issue 261: Justice League Review

November 25, 2017 15:39 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MB

***Spoiler Warning*** The League has been united Firesiders. We all watched as this movie went through a lot of twists, turns, and turmoil to get here, and it’s finally been released. Now all that’s left is to talk about it. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Featurs as they talk everything Justice League. Did Joss make it better? Who’s performance stole the movie? How was Steppenwolf compared to other superhero villains? If you’ve seen the movie, jump in and join us for a no holds bar, spoiler filled ...