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Views from the Back of the Class

49 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

JB and Josh talk about TV, Movies, comic books, and all things happening in the nerd realm.

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May The Fourth Be With You

May 04, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 52.6 MB

Happy Star Wars Day, nerds!   Reddit Threads:   https://www.reddit.com/r/saltierthancrait/comments/n2zny5/what_got_you_into_star_wars_and_how_has_it/     https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWars/comments/n2zrsg/what_got_you_into_star_wars_and_how_has_the/       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E9: "One Man's Worth (Part 1)"

April 29, 2021 04:17 - 58 minutes - 45.4 MB

A discussion on things we just don't get from the nerd realm.   Homework: Josh - Kipo and the Age of the Wonderbeast (Netflix) JB - Godhood Comics (https://godhoodcomics.com/)     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E8: "Nightcrawler" Interview with the Seattle Superman Jonathan Belle

April 15, 2021 02:09 - 1 hour - 33 MB

Re-release from an earlier episode from the early days of the pandemic. An interview with photographer, cosplayer, visual storyteller, and jack of all trades, Jonathan Belle (IG: jonathanbelle, https://jonathanbelleofficial.com/), the Seattle Superman.   Homework: Josh - Bookies New & Used Books (https://www.bookiesbookstores.com/)   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E7: "Secrets, Not Long Buried" - Zack Snyder's Justice League

March 31, 2021 03:23 - 2 hours - 109 MB

We're discussing Zack Snyder's Justice League.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E6: "Courage"

March 15, 2021 05:56 - 57 minutes - 43.5 MB

Ahead of the release of the much clamored for Zack Snyder cut of Justice League we're rereleasing an earlier discussion about about the state of the DC... the DC... what's it going by nowadays? The DC film universe? Let's go with that...   Homework: Hardware by Milestone Media   Mary J. Blige Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuNyYY0cVsQ   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E5: "Xavier Remembers" (Interview with legendary comic artist and creator Arvell Jones)

March 01, 2021 06:05 - 1 hour - 31.3 MB

A rerelease of an earlier episode (S2 E7) featuring an interview with the legendary comic artist and creator, Arvell Jones. In his career, he's done it all, worked with Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Milestone Media, consulted on the blockbuster Black Panther, and co-created Misty Knight of Luke Cage and Daughters of the Dragon fame. This interview is a must listen for anyone who enjoys the culture!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone:...

S4 E4: "Sanctuary (Part 2)"

February 15, 2021 07:05 - 37 minutes - 29.1 MB

What can be said about the 90's Fox Kid's Classic, Avengers: United They Stand? Listen to find out, but spoiler alert, it's good. This week we're joined by friend of the show, Carlton Worthington III.   If you enjoy the discussion or have time, we have a watchalong episode viewing the first two episodes of Avengers: United They Stand as an extra credit. It's currently streaming on Disney +. It is definitely recommended!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email...

S4 Extra Credit 1: Avengers: United They Stand Watchalong

February 15, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.9 MB

We're watching Avengers Assemble Part 1 and 2, the first two episodes of 90's Fox Kid's Classic Avengers: United They Stand...  available for streaming on Disney+ and YouTube. Join us in this commentary episode that's meant to be played alongside the episodes.  Enjoy!     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E3: "Sanctuary (Part 1)"

February 01, 2021 09:38 - 56 minutes - 43.9 MB

This week we're discussing our top five villains from all the nerd realm.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E2: "A Deal with the Devil"

January 18, 2021 07:26 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

We're talking about the return of Michael Keaton to the cowl and what it could mean to the DC film universe. We also discuss the streaming wars between Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, et al.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S4 E1: "The Juggernaut Returns"

January 04, 2021 06:27 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Despite delays, class is back in session and we're talking Wonder Woman 84. 'Nuff said.

S3 E14: "The Cat and the Canary"

August 13, 2020 21:47 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

A discussion about Comicsgate... Ugh.   Homework: JB - Short Fuse Media Group (https://www.shortfusemediagroup.com/) Josh - Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (Amazon Prime, Crackle, IMDB TV, others)     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E13: "The Once and Future Thing, Part Two: Time, Warped"

July 27, 2020 18:48 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

What do you prefer in movie/TV adaptions, original story lines or exact and faithful adaptions from the source material. We discuss the pros and cons of both and our opinions.       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E12: "The Once and Future Thing, Part One: Weird Western Tales"

July 17, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB

Change my mind... We defend positions that we're naturally opposed to like Superman is a better hero than Batman and the Disney Star Wars trilogy is good.   Aspire - https://aspirechicago.com/ No Kid Hungry - https://www.nokidhungry.org/   Grant Imahara will be missed!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E11: “Wake The Dead”

July 02, 2020 07:06 - 1 hour - 52.8 MB

It's movie night in the classroom again and we're watching short films based on Milestone Comic's (DC imprint) Icon and Noble Join us! Icon:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5t_7GYAVzw Noble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlFn0nq5qXQ   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

June 19, 1865

June 19, 2020 05:28 - 8 minutes - 6.02 MB

S3 E10: "Dark Heart"

June 02, 2020 04:47 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

A discussion about Ruby Rose's Batwoman exit and the much clamored for Snyder Cut of Justice League and it's implications. Homework: JB - Fast Color (available on Hulu and other streaming platforms) Josh - Nah. 'Nuff said IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E9: "Ultimatum"

May 28, 2020 05:41 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

A discussion about nerd life after quarantine...   Homework: JB - X-Cutioner's Song (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-Cutioner%27s_Song) Josh - Vader Episode 1: Shards of the Past (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ey68aMOV9gc) IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E8: "The Return"

May 06, 2020 05:54 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

An interview with photographer, cosplayer, visual storyteller, and jack of all trades, Jonathan Belle (IG: jonathanbelle, https://jonathanbelleofficial.com/), the Seattle Superman.   Homework: Josh - Bookies New & Used Books (https://www.bookiesbookstores.com/)   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527  

Extra Credit #5 - Movie Night

April 21, 2020 06:14 - 2 hours - 96.4 MB

It's movie night in the classroom and we're watching Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3! Join us in this commentary episode that's meant to be played alongside the movie. IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

Extra Credit #4 - The Corona Chronicles

April 07, 2020 05:43 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Quarantine... 'nuff said.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E5: "This Little Piggy"

December 18, 2019 10:09 - 2 hours - 94.5 MB

And the Saga continues... PART TWO of our Star Wars Extravaganza! We're joined by special guests Kal and the Chat Pack crew and discuss Rogue One and Star Wars Episodes IV - VI... No Solo though. Special Shout out to Trevor, Paul, and Ben from the Chat Pack Podcast (https://chatpacklive.weebly.com/), check out their weekly podcast on your preferred podcatcher.    IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E4: "Hawk and Dove"

November 21, 2019 10:55 - 1 hour - 77.5 MB

PART ONE of our Star Wars Extravaganza! Join us, along with special guest, Kal, as we look back and discuss Episodes I - III. The good, the bad, and everything in-between... Special Shout out to special-special guests, Meg and Jen, from the Indoorswomen podcast which is available on all streaming platforms. CHECK THEM OUT, fantastic and entertaining content and discussions @ http://indoorswomen.libsyn.com.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gma...

S3 E3: "Kids' Stuff"

November 06, 2019 07:26 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

What are some of your favorite or most iconic scenes from animated super hero shows? Are they from Batman The Animated Series? Spider-Man? Some other show like SWAT Kats? This week, JB and Josh reminisce over the most impactful scenes and storylines and discuss why they still resonate today.  IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E2: "For the Man Who Has Everything"

October 21, 2019 06:14 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

Are the Marvel films that we know and love cinema? Are they good for Hollywood or the film industry? Martin Scorsese and Jennifer Aniston don't seem to think so, so you know we had to say our peace.   Homework - Josh: Wild Bullets Thanksgiving and Wild Bullets Christmas by Greg Wright JB: Icon fan film trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqxmG8rEIJs   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S3 E1: "Initiation"

October 17, 2019 07:03 - 54 minutes - 37.1 MB

Back for a third time, View From the Back of the Class. Your bi-weekly podcast where we discuss all things of the nerd culture. Join us this week as we talk about the interesting things going on with DC comics on the smaller screen.   Homework X-Men: House of X series If you enjoy our show, be sure to check out the Chat Pack Podcast! IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S2 E10: The Immortal Vampire

August 05, 2019 08:17 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB

Welcome back, nerds. This week we're discussing the modern day relevancy of everyone's favorite mutants, the X-Men    Homework Josh - Uncanny X-Men: The Hunt for Xavier, The Magneto War and any 90's era comics JB -  Giant Sized X-Men #1 X-Men: Deadly Genesis X-Men: House of X If you enjoy our show, be sure to check out the Indoorswomen Podcast! IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527   See you in two weeks, nerds!

S2 E9: Blade, The Vampire Hunter

July 22, 2019 04:11 - 1 hour - 59 MB

We are back and so sorry for the delay!!! This episode we're joined by another guest and friend of the podcast and discuss Nerd News and our thoughts and Spider-Man: Far From Home.   Homework:   Josh:     The Kinetic Series by Y comics http://www.ycomics.net/       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: [email protected] Phone: 312-521-0527

S2 E8: Duel of the Hunters

June 15, 2019 04:17 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

This week we're joined in the classroom by Ian from the Vibes and Stuff podcast and we're discussing Avengers: Endgame... Redux! The casting of Robert Pattinson as the Cape Crusader and the controversy surrounding the CW's Batwoman. The Vibes and Stuff podcast is available on all major platforms, check them out, nerds!   Homework:   Ian:   Pete Rock - Return of the SP1200   Blu & Exile - True & Living and Below The Heavens   Weldon Irvine - Time Capsule   People Under the Stairs - Sinc...

S2 E7: Enter The Punisher

May 28, 2019 15:51 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

Welcome back, nerds... this week we're briefly talking about Game of Thrones (even though we don't watch) and are joined by a very, very, special guest: Mr. Arvell Jones! Be sure to tune into this one...   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Email:[email protected]

S2 E6: Morbius

May 18, 2019 01:57 - 1 hour - 74.2 MB

We're back talking Avenger's Endgame... 'Nuff Said.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Email: [email protected]

Extra Credit #3 - Avengers Endgame - Final Thoughts

April 26, 2019 13:45 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Avengers Endgame is finally here! Hear our final thoughts on what could be as we head out to see this ourselves. Enjoy the movie, avoid the spoilers!   Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email at [email protected]

S2 E5: Mutant's Revenge

April 23, 2019 10:02 - 1 hour - 75.9 MB

We’re back in the classroom with you nerds to discuss Avenger’s Endgame, nerd news, and a special assignment: Star Wars.   Homework (Highly Recommend): Kwame Hightower: and the Man with No Name (vol 1) by David K. Gorden (Available at: https://www.amazon.com/Kwame-Hightower-Man-No-Name/dp/1985669994)   How to Avoid Endgame Spoilers: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/avengers-endgame-leaked-footage-how-you-can-avoid-spoilers-online/

S2 E4: The Mutant Agenda

March 14, 2019 07:17 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

I heard a rumor... that this episode talks about the New Mutants movie, what's in store with the WB, and the new Netflix show, The Umbrella Academy.   Homework #1: The Umbrella Academy graphic novels or TV Show Homework# 2: The Runaways on Hulu, Season 2       Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us at [email protected]       The Dude abides, nerds!

S2 E3: Hydro-Man

March 10, 2019 03:11 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Back after an illness induced hiatus, Josh and JB are back to talk about the state of the DC... the DC... what's it going by nowadays? The DC film universe? Let's go with that...       Homework: Hardware by Milestone Media             Mary J. Blige Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuNyYY0cVsQ             Follow us on IG@ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us @ [email protected] .

Extra Credit #2 - Captain Marvel

March 08, 2019 10:01 - 12 minutes - 8.33 MB

On this minisode we discuss the highly anticipated movie, Captain Marvel.

S2 E2: Battle of the Insidious Six

January 18, 2019 21:51 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

And the speculation continues... join us this week as we discuss recent news surround Disney Plus and what the MCU may look like after the Disney/FOX acquisition is completed.         Homework: MCUTV @ smasters.net         Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us at [email protected]    

S2 E1: The Insidious Six

January 09, 2019 08:13 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

Class is back in session and the nerds are back!   In our inaugural season two episode, JB and Josh speculate over potential plot line from Avengers: Endgame.      Don't forgot to follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or via email at [email protected]   Happy listening, nerds!

Extra Credit #1 - Thank You, Mr. Lee

November 19, 2018 04:58 - 12 minutes - 8.4 MB

This minisode is about the man and legend, Stan Lee (1922 - 2018). 'Nuff Said.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Gmail: [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 9: Be a Clown: Part 2 of 2

October 24, 2018 07:37 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Greetings, nerds! Join us this week as we conclude our discussion on Batman's psychology.     Homework: The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened? - Documentary ToolBox - graphic novel by Kyle Gnepper and Kristen Gudsnuk     Special thanks to the illustrator George Reeder aka REVGR33 on Instragram for his input and the inspiration his artwork provided for this episode. Check him out on IG at REVGR33.   Follow us on IG at VIEWSPOD or emal us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 9: Be a Clown: Part 1 of 2

October 15, 2018 06:20 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Greetings, nerds! Join us this week as we discuss season two of (the recently cancelled) Iron Fist, speculate on the drama surround Henry Cavill and the WB/DCEU, and we take a look at the psyche of the Batman.   Special thanks to the illustrator George Reeder aka REVGR33 on Instragram for his input and the inspiration his artwork provided for this episode. Check him out on IG at REVGR33.   Follow us on IG at VIEWSPOD or emal us at [email protected]  

Season 1, Episode 8: The Forgotten

September 21, 2018 21:21 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

So much to talk about, so little time... Join us this week as we speculate over Rian Johnson's future with LucasFilm and the Star Wars franchise, talk more about DC's upcoming streaming service, and talk about the highly anticipated Captain Marvel movie.      Homework: Identity Crisis by DC Our Culture, What's Left of It by Theodore Dalrymple   Follow us on Instagram at: Viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 7: P.O.V.

September 19, 2018 07:10 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Listen along as the nerds talk about highlights from Wizard World Chicago, preview upcoming events like the CW superhero crossover, True Detective season three's teaser trailer (that wig...), and the production halt for Guardians of the Galaxy vol. III. Finally, they discuss the controversy surround the new Netflix show Insatiable.    Homework - Batman: War Games   Follow us on Instagram at: Viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 6: The Underdwellers

September 17, 2018 06:20 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Join us this week as the nerds discuss quinquagenarians in Hollywood and how we feel about reboots. We’re probably the only podcast to have ever used quinquagenarian!!!   Homework -   MediKidz: http://www.medikidz.com   The Patrons Graphic Novel: thepatronsgn on Instagram   Please subscribe and leave a review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 5: Pretty Poison

August 27, 2018 03:07 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Poop patrol, Venom, Disney Dominance, and the future of Streaming... All discussed by Josh and JB who are joined by a guest and friend of the podcast.   Lion Forge: http://www.lionforge.com   Junior Disease Detectives: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/resource-center/freeresources/graphic-novel/index.html   Please subscribe and leave a review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 4: The Last Laugh

August 06, 2018 08:31 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB

Back with a vengeance, JB and Josh talk about a little bit about themselves, the controversy surrounding James Gunn’s, ahem, inappropriate tweets, and the dark/toxic side of fandom.   We also want to say thank you for listening!   Samsung Ingenius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71D584KQRIs   Please subscribe and review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 3: Nothing to Fear

August 04, 2018 15:11 - 1 hour - 97 MB

Now with 30% less rambling! This week, Josh and JB dive into the many, many,  trailers released during San Diego Comic-Con (Titans, Aquaman, Glass, etc.). Please subscribe and review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 2: Christmas with the Joker

July 26, 2018 13:01 - 1 hour - 98.4 MB

Back for a second episode! JB and Josh review Ant-Man and the Wasp (released 6/29/18), discuss what could be trouble for the X-Men franchise, and share their thoughts on superhero fatigue and the recently announced Joker movie.   Check us out and follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

Season 1, Episode 1: On Leather Wings

July 26, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

Have you heard? They’ve finally done it! Josh and JB, two long time friends, have joined the podcasting world. Join us in the classroom as we take a look back at entertainment from the first six months of 2018 and look ahead to the rest of the year.   Check us out and follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at [email protected]

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