McSoss Podcast
555 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsA weekly podcast hosted by three long time comic book fans. Join Paul, Ian and Matt as they explore the world of comics, film, television and pop culture.
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Episodes
Episode 249: Animals of the World (The Collecting Episode)
August 03, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBIn a slow news week, McSoss discusses the addiction that is COLLECTING! This week, McSoss gets personal as Ian, Paul and Matt discuss how their collecting habits started and what they manifested into. See if your compulsiveness matches the gang's! McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 248: Whoa, Black Betty (Shyamalan)
July 29, 2018 13:12 - 2 hours - 83.4 MBThis week McSoss recaps Comic-Con International 2018. Every major movie trailer, television announcement and big comic stories are covered in the double-stuffed episode! McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 247: One Day Only!
July 23, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIt's a two-man booth this week as Matt and Paul cover an array of topics such as Ant Man and the Wasp, Netflix's She-Ra, Aquaman and general Jurassic Park talk. McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 246: Mr. Burp
July 13, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBThis week, McSoss reviews YouTube Premium's Cobra Kai. See what the gang thought about revisiting Karate Kid characters 30 years later. McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 245: There's Something About Kylo
July 09, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBMcSoss takes a stab at what Star Wars, Episode 9 could be about. Check out this speculatory-heavy episode! McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 244: Pepper the Egg (The Transformers Episode)
July 01, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBBecause you all love Transformers, this episode is a tribute to the giant space robots. Join McSoss as Transformers expert Humes Arthur Grossman III makes a rare special guest appearance and reveals all there is to know about Transformers! McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 243: Whatcha Been Doin'?
June 24, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBThis week, McSoss gets social as they discuss the recent Chris Hardwick scandal! Then it's onto lighter topics while the trio discusses what they've been up to over the week. McSoss.com Itunes.com Stitcher.com McSoss Instagram McSoss Facebook Fan Page
Episode 1: Kenny Baker Is A Dick
June 22, 2018 23:37 - 2 hours - 172 MBMcSoss is proud to present Episode 1 of the brand new McSoss Comic Book Podcast! The plan is to have a weekly or bi-weekly installment posted each Wednesday or Thursday. Keep checking back here for more details. In this episode Paul, our good buddy Matt and myself talk about what got us into reading comics, the full "breast-itude" of Erik Larsen and Paul and Matt's peculiar run-ins with Kenny Baker (R2-D2 from Star Wars). We also review Marvel's Nova #1 and Dark Horse's Star Wars #1...
Episode 2: Dynamism!
June 22, 2018 23:18 - 2 hours - 181 MBIn this weeks episode, Paul, Matt, and Ian discuss our favorite artist's, our individual artistic processes and introduce a new segment, "Matt Casale's: Whatcha' Been Readin'". We also review Batman and Robin #18 so be advised that this episode contains SPOILERS!
Episode 3: Lady Squirrel
June 22, 2018 23:11 - 1 hour - 157 MBThis week we discuss some of our favorite and not so favorite comic book inspired media. We also discuss Maria Bello's performance in A History of Violence, Batman's extracurricular activities in the desert and answer the age-old question, which movie was better Goonies or Monster Squad.
Episode 4: Dwayne Johnson Gets Hit By A Bus
June 22, 2018 23:06 - 1 hour - 155 MBIn this episode, we discuss Batman in all his incarnations throughout media. The conversation covers his appearances in comic books, cartoons, and film. We have the age-old nerd debate of who would win in a fight between Superman and Batman as well as call Michael Keaton’s handsomeness into question. We wrap up with a review of Batman #18 written by Scott Snyder with art by Andy Kubert and Alex Maleev.
Episode 5: Word Boner
June 22, 2018 23:01 - 1 hour - 160 MBIn this episode, we discuss continuity in comics, Chris Claremont's writing style and more of Matt’s embarrassing encounters with celebrities. We get a little off track and have a discussion about horror films as well as review Hawkeye #9.
Episode 7:You're #1 Erik Larsen
June 22, 2018 22:50 - 1 hour - 157 MBThe McSoss Comicbook Podcast is back with a brand new episode focusing on sexism, racism, and diversity in comics/comic-related media. Don’t worry, we're just as silly as ever, talking about Wonder Woman’s non-need for pants, a little Iron Man 3 preview and more of Matt’s awkward brushes with celebrity.
Episode 6: A Pound of Twizzlers
June 22, 2018 22:50 - 2 hours - 179 MBBEWARE McSosscasters for this episode is HAUNTED! Join us as we review some of our favorite horror tv shows and movies including Evil Dead, Hostel, Supernatural, Hellraiser, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Smallville. We get catty about Anne Hathaway's role in The Dark Knight Rises, drink beer through Twizzler straws and review some spooky comic books. Give us a listen….if you dare!
Episode 8: Gum Jungle
June 22, 2018 22:44 - 1 hour - 146 MBOur love of comics doesn’t end with the books; it extends to the shops themselves. This week we discuss comic shops and the strange and wonderful creatures that frequent them. We talk about our appearance at New Dimension Comics this past Free Comic Book Day, being a collector, Star Wars and the awesome side effects of drinking chocolate milk.
Episode 9: Ian Goes Full Retard
June 22, 2018 22:40 - 9 minutes - 159 MBWho would win in a fight? Han Solo or Captain Kirk? Find out the answer in this podcast. We also discuss the highs and lows of comic books throughout the 80’s, 90’s and today, the Death of Superman, the boom that was Image Comics and Ian’s lack of sleep results in a barrage of incorrect information.
Episode 10: The Fans Are The Winners (In Stereo)
June 22, 2018 22:34 - 2 hours - 182 MBComic book movies are filled with amazing actors who can deliver performances so awe-inspiring that you would swear the heroes jumped from the pages to the silver screen. There are also those performances so awful that you end up puking in your popcorn. We explore the best and worst comic book movie performances in this episode, speculate on Marvel’s Agent’s of S.H.I.E.L.D., and break down the many different types of invasion. We also review Shutterbug Follies, Voltron, and Teen Ti...
Episode 11: The Urinator
June 22, 2018 22:31 - 2 hours - 167 MBDeath, the comic book industries’ number one cheap marketing ploy. This week we talk about the death’s of Superman, Spider-Man, Bucky Barnes, Barry Allen and many more. We also celebrate Paul’s birthday by discussing his favorite hero, Hal Jordan.
Episode 12: Oral Quiz
June 22, 2018 22:27 - 1 hour - 159 MBComic books are not strictly capes and tights. This week we explore the world of non-superhero comics with guests Dylan and Darcy Mahaffey from Sordidfairytales.com. We discuss Sandman, Maus, Sin City, Bone, Y: The Last Man, the erotic epic Lost Girls and many more.
Episode 13: Superman Loves McSoss.com!
June 22, 2018 22:23 - 2 hours - 167 MBIt’s a bird, it’s a plane! No, it’s the McSoss Superman Podcast. This week we discuss what we love and what we loathe about The Last Son of Krypton.
Episode 14: The Prequels (Courtesy Laugh)
June 22, 2018 22:19 - 2 hours - 241 MBThis week we travel to a galaxy far, far away to discuss Episodes 1, 2 and 3 of the Star Wars saga. Tempers flare, the cops are called and in the end, nothing is solved. Listen to this struggle between the forces of good and evil and decide for yourself McSossCasters.
Episode 15: The Originals (Ol' Snap-Crotch)
June 22, 2018 22:14 - 2 hours - 170 MBThe McSoss Comic Book Podcast crew doesn't agree on much, however, we do agree on the awesomeness of the original Star Wars trilogy. This week we talk about our favorite moments, the scenes we would reenact as kids and the toys we would recklessly destroy. We also have an interactive segment where we answer questions from our adoring fans.
Episode 16: The Sequels (Hans Blueballs)
June 22, 2018 22:11 - 1 hour - 161 MBIn this episode we discuss the upcoming Star Wars sequels and gauge our excitement and expectations. We also discuss Star Trek, Mark Hamill’s weight and the mysterious logic behind Paulonomics.
Episode 17: Surprise, VIDEOGAMES
June 22, 2018 22:06 - 2 hours - 180 MBOn the road back to Talkingaboutcomicsville the McSoss Podcast crew takes a detour to Dealerschoicetown. This week we get into our favorite video games and some of the strange things we would do to enhance the experience. We talk about old school action figures, briefly debate who would win in a fight between Thor and He-Man and provide the fans with more thrilling on-air arguments about definitions and grammar. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes listen to what you can't see as th...
Episode 18: High Fives All Around
June 22, 2018 22:02 - 2 hours - 167 MBIn this contentious episode, we discuss which superheroes make the grade from A-list to B-list or lower. We break down where heroes "on the bubble" stand, like Storm, Green Lantern, and Aquaman. We even had to call in reinforcements in our very special guest, Dom Yosi, a regular on the McSoss weekly comic strips!
Episode 19: Spinning Plates
June 22, 2018 21:58 - 2 hours - 188 MBThis week we debate B-list comic book villains, updates from Star Wars Celebration and silly things that freak Ian out.
Episode 20: Bazzle Razzle
June 22, 2018 21:54 - 1 hour - 160 MBThis week we debate B-list comic book villains, updates from Star Wars Celebration and silly things that freak Ian out.
Episode 21: Black Money
June 22, 2018 03:26 - 1 hour - 161 MBThis week we talk about the results of Ian's B-list research, answer a couple fan questions and talk about what properties we think would make for the best crossovers. I'll give you a hint: CHiPs. BOOM!
Episode 22: Cheeldren
June 22, 2018 03:22 - 2 hours - 173 MBWe are back! This week we do a little dealers choice. We discuss the handsomeness of certain Hollywood stars, talk about more Star Wars sequels rumors as well as the problems with comic book events.
Episode 23: Affleck. Gentleman's Game
June 22, 2018 03:20 - 1 hour - 158 MBThis week we discuss the topic that burned down the internet, the casting of Ben Affleck as Batman in the upcoming Superman/Batman film. We also get into our favorite Daredevil stories as well as our favorite Romita with guest Dom Yosi.
Episode 24: Blood Creamer
June 22, 2018 03:18 - 1 hour - 158 MBThis week we discuss digital and paper comics, audio books and have an extended Whatcha Been Readin’.
Episode 25: Thrustfully
June 22, 2018 03:14 - 1 hour - 155 MBDominic Yosi stops by this week as we discuss our trip to Baltimore Comic-Con. We play Star Wars Mad Libs as well as do a little Whatcha Been Readin?
Episode 26: Teeny Tiny Kingpin
June 22, 2018 03:03 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBThis week the McSoss crew provides audio commentary to the 2003 feature film Daredevil. We debate the pros and cons of a digital Kingpin, cringe at the playground fight scene and once again discuss Ian's favorite movie franchise, Harry Potter.
Episode 27: Team Fortress? Team Fortress.
June 22, 2018 02:59 - 2 hours - 57.7 MBWhat's this? A new podcast on a Monday morning? You bet your sweet ass it is. And as an added bonus, we'll have our All Walking Dead All the Time episode posted later this week. A twofer? We take care of you. This past weekend the McSoss crew spent the weekend at the Pittsburgh Comicon. We review the highs (more of Matt's awkward run-ins with celebrity) and lows (murdering your family and then having sex with mannequins). Yeah, it was a crazy weekend. We'd like to give a couple shout...
Episode 28: The Douchiest of Them All (The Walking Dead Podcast)
June 22, 2018 02:57 - 2 hours - 171 MBThe long-awaited The Walking Dead podcast is here! Join us as we discuss the phenomenon that is the AMC show as well as the comic book that started it all. BEWARE! We spoil the shit out of this so if you haven't read the books or watched the show listen to one of our great past episodes instead.
Episode 29: Short Order Cook
June 21, 2018 02:51 - 1 hour - 156 MBThis week we discuss our favorite comic book writers. We also go over the results of the douche survey and debate Schwarzenegger swagger.
Episode 30: Ken Doll Flasher
June 21, 2018 02:48 - 1 hour - 163 MBGood evening fellow ghosts and ghouls. Turn down the lights, set up some candles and join the McSoss crew as we delve into our experiences with haunted house, car chases on devils night and what could only have been evil versions of ourselves from another dimension. We also talk about more of our favorite movies and the things that truly terrify us.
Episode 31: Candy Cigarettes
June 21, 2018 02:44 - 1 hour - 149 MBTonight we settle an age-old dispute: which company is better, Marvel or DC? In this Part One of a two-part series, we cover the iconic characters and the creators that have made them larger than life.
Episode 32: How Deep? Balls Deep
June 21, 2018 02:41 - 2 hours - 184 MBThe war for our comic book souls rages on in this second part of Marvel vs DC! We break down the movies, live action and animated television programs, the relaunches and the physical books that each company has delivered. Matt and Paul also give their opinions on the 1987 feature film classic Robocop
Episode 33: Cosmic Cake
June 21, 2018 02:37 - 1 hour - 162 MBThis week we discuss the release of Star Wars VII and speculate on the rumored Preacher pilot ordered by AMC. We review Thor: The Dark World and welcome the return of Matt Casale’s Whatcha’ Been Readin’.
Episode 35: Dog Shit and Sour Milk
June 21, 2018 02:30 - 3 hours - 259 MBJourney with the McSoss crew as we take you on a tour of our favorites in the realm of animation. We cover well-known properties from the past like Transformers and Muppet Babies, the modern classic The Iron Giant and obscure series like Jayce and The Wheeled Warriors and The Maxx. We are still taking donations for the McSoss Comic Book Podcast Toys for Tots Charity. Click the donate button at the bottom of this page and you can help us help kids in need this holiday season. Any am...
Episode 34: Connor Kent Gets A Cleveland Steamer
June 21, 2018 02:30 - 1 hour - 161 MBThe McSoss crew celebrates Thanksgiving by talking about the things we are each thankful for in comics. We have also started the McSoss Comic Book Podcast Toys for Tots Charity. If you go to McSoss.com and click the donate button at the bottom of the page you can help us help kids in need this holiday season. Any amount is appreciated.
Episode 36: McSoss Gossip Podcast
June 21, 2018 02:27 - 2 hours - 202 MBThis week was flush with comic related news and the McSoss crew is here to get you up to date. Join us as we review The Amazing Spider-Man 2 trailer, share our thoughts on Gal Gadot’s casting as Wonder Woman and ask the question “ Can a Batman show without Batman possibly be entertaining?” There is still time to donate to the McSoss Comic Book Podcast Toys for Tots Charity. Click the donate button at the bottom of this page and you can help us help kids in need this holiday season. ...
Episode 37: Paul's Black Heart
June 21, 2018 02:23 - 2 hours - 199 MBHappy Holidays! For the final episode of our first year, the McSoss crew details our Toy’s For Tots shopping trip, voice our opinions on The Big Bang Theory and give a review of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.
Episode 38: Unoriginal
June 21, 2018 02:20 - 1 hour - 160 MBWelcome Back! In the first installment of the new year, we preview what 2014 has in store for us in regards to television, film and of course comic books.
Episode 39: Lickity Split (The Green Lantern Episode)
June 21, 2018 02:16 - 1 hour - 147 MBThis week we discuss the Green Lantern Universe, talk some Marvel space as well as talk about some of the news regarding the new Star Wars films.
Episode 40: Wonder Woman Sauce
June 21, 2018 02:12 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week we discuss the return of Wally West, the Ant-Man feature film, Aquaman’s second series and the postponement of Superman/Batman
Episode 41: SeX-Men
June 21, 2018 02:10 - 12 seconds - 145 MBWe have an X-ceptional episode for you this week folks. Darcy Mahaffey from sordidfairytales.com joins us as we X-plore all things in the world of those moody, self-loathing sissies the X-Men.
Episode 42: Supermanland
June 21, 2018 02:04 - 1 hour - 151 MBThe McSoss Podcast returns from our week hiatus bigger and better than ever. We break down all the recent news from the comic book universe including our opinions on the trailers/promotional pics of Captain America: Winter Soldier, Amazing Spider-Man 2 and Guardians of the Galaxy. Like the true gentlemen, we are we discuss AMC's Preacher and the casting of Jessie Eisenberg on as Lex Luthor.
Episode 43: Cowboy Jedi
June 21, 2018 02:01 - 1 hour - 153 MBThis week we discuss the upcoming animated show Star Wars Rebels, review the remake of Robocop and do some Whatcha’ Been Readin’.