WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics
285 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsAdam & Michael re-examine the 90's comic book boom through the pages of Wizard magazine.
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WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | The 100 Most Collectable Comics Special
September 02, 2020 19:01 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBOn the latest edition of WIZARDS ½ Adam is covering the Wizard Magazine 100 Most Collectable Comics special. Not only will you learn about comic book restoration and comics grading concepts of the 90’s, but Adam highlights a few of the more oddball titles to make the Top 100 and discovers some fascinating fun facts along the way. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathe...
The WIZARD Files | Episode 3: Chris Ward
August 31, 2020 17:26 - 47 minutes - 44 MBThe 3rd episode of our behind the scenes interview series with former Wizard magazine staff members has 3 times the hilarity as we laugh along with the stories from infamous Magic Words editor, Chris Ward aka "Loose Cannon" who tells us tales of angry voice mails from irate readers, a wild car ride with Harvey Pekar, drunken convention shenanigans and writing an entire concept album dedicated to "The Big Cheese" Gareb Shamus. This episode of The Wizard Files is packed with fun, but ...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Death of Superman Special
August 26, 2020 19:42 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBBREAKING NEWS! Superman is dead and the WIZARDS crew is looking back at the Super-Hype of this 90's comics event through the pages of the Wizard Tribute Edition magazine from 1993. We're joined by Super-Fan Mickey Yarber from The Retro Network to discuss our memories of Doomsday, The Reign of the Supermen and tales from the days when comic shops were packed with Super-Speculators that generated more green than Kryptonite at Lex Luthor's yard sale! Get one of our three WIZARDS desi...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 17.5
August 19, 2020 17:10 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBThings are getting wild on this WIZARDS 1/2 mini-episode as Adam has to fill in for a missing Michael, who is still trapped in the Baxter Building after our most recent episode. In addition to Amazing Art and Homemade Heroes, Adam shares a shockingly hilarious outtake clip, reviews Punisher 2099 and Michael ultimately manages to send a transmission of his answers to the quiz questions from inside the fortress of the Fantastic Four. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this...
The WIZARD Files | Episode 2: Rick Marshall
August 17, 2020 18:31 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBFor the 2nd installment of The Wizard Files, Michael and Adam interview Rick Marshall, former head of the wizarduniverse website who reveals the behind the scenes madness of trying to make Wizard magazine relevant in cyberspace. Tales of pillaging the Wizard warehouse to pay online contributors, teaming up with Brian Michael Bendis and more stories from behind the page will have your jaw on the floor. So listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 17
August 12, 2020 18:37 - 1 hour - 87 MBOn episode 17 of WIZARDS Adam and Michael are joined by Shawn Robare from brandedinthe80s.com to talk the continued dominance of Valiant Comics in this era, celebrate a Rob and Todd's Hype Machine Milestone, review Madman Adventures #1 by Mike Allred and more 90's comics geekery. Plus, Michael finally gets his comeuppance from The Human Torch! Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 T...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 16.5
August 05, 2020 19:05 - 33 minutes - 31 MBThis week on our WIZARDS mini-episode 16.5 you'll get coverage of the 1st Annual Wizard Halloween Costume Contest, explore the Amazing Art and Homemade Heroes features, hear Michael fumble through the Contest Quiz and Adam's review Doom 2099 on the 2099 Hotline! Get one of our three official WIZARDS t-shirt designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson...
The WIZARD Files | Episode 1: Ben Morse
August 03, 2020 18:26 - 51 minutes - 47 MBWIZARDS is taking you behind the scenes of your favorite comics magazine through exclusive interviews with former Wizard magazine staff members in our new podcast series, The Wizard Files! Episode 1 kicks off in style as we interview Ben Morse (formerly of Marvel) who reveals how Geoff Johns helped him land the Wizard gig and many high profile interviews to follow, exploring the massive Wizard comics archives as a research assistant, wild convention stories, tips for breaking into t...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 16
July 29, 2020 18:10 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBAdam and Michael are joined by Chris Sheehan aka @acecomics from Chris Is On Infinite Earths for episode 16 to talk Dale Keown's PITT, decipher who is the X-Traitor, read tips from comics pros on to how to break into the business, review Bloodshot #1, chuckle at bullet hole gimmick covers, reveal our favorite comic book video games and more geeky podcast fun! Get one of our three official WIZARDS t-shirt designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcas...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 15.5
July 22, 2020 19:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBOn this mini-episode Adam explores the wild world of Ravage 2099, while Michael and his buddy Pete team up to try and beat the Contest Quiz. Get one of our three official WIZARDS t-shirt designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West ...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 15
July 15, 2020 18:21 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBJoin Adam, Michael and special guest, Pete as they discover the origin of Chromium comic book covers, introduce the new Damage Control segment, talk William Shatner’s TekWar comic book, review the first appearance of Doomsday in Superman Man of Steel #18 and get jealous as Michael receives a “Bat-tastic” birthday surprise. All this comics geekery and more, so listen now! Get one of our three official WIZARDS t-shirt designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizard...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 14.5
July 08, 2020 19:03 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBWIZARDS ½ episode 14.5 opens with Michael being dared to lick a 90’s comic book! It’s a will he/won’t he nailbiter that will have you laughing like the Joker until his decision is revealed. Plus Adam launches the new 2099 Hotline segment to reveal even more details about the futuristic Marvel Universe and announces the winner of our Spider-Man 2099 Giveaway. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 14
July 01, 2020 18:52 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBEpisode 14 of WIZARDS talks the dark side of Rob Liefeld, reviews Spider-Man 2099 #1, reads rumors of unproduced Batman Returns action figures and talk way too much about the Insane Clown Posse. It's a grab bag of 90's comics fun! Did we mention we now have official WIZARDS t-shirts? Get one of three designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 13.5
June 24, 2020 19:12 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB"Flame On" with Michael in this mini-episode where the WIZARDS co-host talks vintage Knight Rider toys, custom action figures, critiques reader fan art and totally blows it on an Image Comics trivia quiz? Of course you are. Get in on the fun of this magnificent WIZARDS 1/2 episode now! Did we mention we now have official WIZARDS t-shirts? Get one of three designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our mon...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 13
June 17, 2020 18:20 - 1 hour - 81 MBEpisode 13 of WIZARDS pays tribute to industry legend Denny O'Neil and reviews Batman: Sword of Azrael #1, plus all the classic WIZARDS segments you've come to expect from the podcast guide to comics. Did we mention we now have official WIZARDS t-shirts? Get one of three designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffe...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 12.5
June 10, 2020 18:59 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this WIZARDS mini-episode Adam receives some corrections from a listener regarding Batman The Animated Series, reviews the fan art covers featuring a new create your own super hero feature, talks the early days of comic book message boards on the internet, reveals which Playboy playmate got her own super-hero comic and attempts to master the CBIQ trivia. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio ...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 12
June 03, 2020 19:12 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBIn Wizards 12, we talk Jim Lee's WildC.A.T.s, revisit Batman The Animated Series and review Terror Inc #1 from 1992. Did we mention we now have official WIZARDS t-shirts? Get one of three designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 11.5
June 01, 2020 17:00 - 22 minutes - 6.43 MBListen to Michael's review of the fan art submissions, hilariously uncomfortable reading of Hunk & Babe of the Month, plus another round of trivia to test his knowledge of 90's comics. It's fun, it's fast, it's WIZARDS 1/2! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David ...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | BONUS Review: Generation X
May 27, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBJoin Adam, Michael & special guest, Steven Tsapelas as they share their fascination and fandom for this early attempt to bring the X-universe into live action. It's an X-Perience you'll never forget, filled with more trivia and behind the scenes details than you ever X-Pected! Check out our NEW TeePublic Store! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark Wil...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 11
May 20, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBThis episode of WIZARDS takes Adam & Michael to hell and back talking 90's comic book phenomenon SPAWN with special guest, Kevin Decent. Plus discover Tim Burton's rejected Batman movie script, a Gareb Shamus sighting and more. Check out the New WIZARDS TeePublic Shop & score some merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer Davi...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Mini-Episode 10.5
May 13, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBMichael is flying solo on this WIZARDS 1/2 mini-episode as he discusses the Hunk and Babe of the month, reader cover art submissions and tries to complete the contest quiz by himself with hilarious results. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žuj...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 10
May 06, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBFor the 10th episode of WIZARDS Adam and Michael reveal how Rob Liefeld saved Wizard magazine from cancellation, take a deep dive into the history of Cable, discuss the history of the doomed James Cameron live action Spider-Man movie, review Shadow of the Bat #1 and more 90's comic book fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West M...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | WIZARDS 1/2: Toy Fair '92
May 02, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MBIn the tradition of Wizard magazine 1/2 comics, Adam is bringing you a short, but info-packed mini-episode of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics covering Toy Fair 1992 where more than 30 new Marvel Comics action figures are being announced, plus a behind the scenes look at how these iconic toys of the 90's were sculpted. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey N...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | BONUS Special Edition ComicCon '92
April 29, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 24.7 MBIn this BONUS episode of WIZARDS Adam and Michael take you back in time to San Diego Comic Con 1992 through the pages of the 1st Wizard Special Edition magazine. Join your hosts as they share their own comic convention experiences, celebrity encounters, favorite con purchases and lots more geeky comics fun! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark Willi...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 9
April 22, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBIn this jam-packed episode of WIZARDS, Michael and Adam are joined by special guest, Steven Tsapelas to pay tribute to Venom, explain the absence of Robin in Batman Returns, reveal our favorite female action figures, find out how DC ripped off Lobo fans in 1992 and more nerdy 90's comic book fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce We...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 8
April 08, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MBIn Episode 8 of WIZARDS Adam and Michael find themselves exploring the work of 90’s superstar artist Whilce Portacio, discuss Jim Lee drawing a mutant picnic in X-Men #8, the history of Superman’s pal, Jimmy Olsen and even their own stories of customizing comic book action figures to create new heroes. Plus the finer points of comic book storage with longboxes versus 3 ring binders. Are you part of the #longboxlegion or #binderbrigade? Listen now and get geeky! Thanks to our mon...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | BONUS Review: The Flash TV Series
April 01, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBSee if you can keep up with the lightning charged nostalgia of your geeky hosts as they review the history of The Flash in comic books, favorite episodes, behind the scenes details, vintage merchandise and more from this podcast that's been 30 years in the making! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent C...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 7
March 25, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 31.9 MBIn episode 7 of WIZARDS Adam & Michael are joined by William Bruce West to dissect Rob Liefeld's Youngblood #1, discuss a rejected X-Men movie script, discover the history of holograms in trading cards and more 90's comic book fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalca...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 6
March 11, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBEpisode 6 of WIZARDS is a SMASH thanks to an iconic Sam Keith cover featuring, The Incredible Hulk! Join Adam and Michael as they get to Gamma Gabbin’ about old Jade Jaws with special guest, Joe aka Michael’s best friend who got him into comics in the 90’s. Join your hosts as they learn about Joe’s vintage Marvel comics collection inherited from his Dad including Daredevil #1 and more. Plus a review of John Byrne’s Next Men and the crew reveal their picks for the Top 10 Comic Book A...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 5
February 26, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 25.6 MBIn episode 5 Michael and Adam get cosmic with special guest, Garen to discuss the life and times of Galactus and the Silver Surfer, Star Wars comic books and real life Todd McFarlane sightings. Plus, we ask the question: are Star Trek films comic book movies? It's 90's comic book geekery at it's finest in this episode of WIZARDS! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jere...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 4
February 12, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 31.8 MBIn this "Giant-Size" episode of WIZARDS! Adam and Michael go batty for Batman, Robin and the whole Gotham gang. Your hosts also discuss whether the 1990 Captain American film deserves it's bad reputation, review X-O Manowar #1 and so much more. We couldn't stop gabbin' about super heroes, so enjoy our nerdy 90's comic book geekery now! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jer...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 3
January 29, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 24.4 MBFor Episode 3 of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics, Michael and Adam are joined by Wolverine superfan, Jeff, to get down n' nerdy about everyone's favorite razor-clawed mutant. Plus hear the tale of how our guest indulged in "criminal activity" to own the 1st appearance of Wolverine in addition to our usual brand of 90's comics banter. Get listenin', Bub! Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acov...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 2
January 15, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 23.6 MBIn this episode Michael and Adam explore the pages of Wizard #2, discussing the history of Ghost Rider, Todd McFarlane and Chris Claremont leaving top selling books, plus a rockin' review of a 2 part Spider-Man/X-Force crossover. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcant...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 1
January 01, 2020 07:55 - 1 hour - 21.7 MBIn the debut episode of WIZARDS, Adam & Michael dig into the first issue of Wizard magazine from September 1991 to discuss James Cameron’s failed Spider-Man film, Marvel Universe trading cards, Detective Comics Annual #4, variant covers of Todd McFarlane’s Spider-Man #1 and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio Da...
WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Episode 0 Preview
December 11, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 18.7 MBIn this preview episode of WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics, you'll hear the origin story of how your nerdy hosts, Adam and Michael, discovered the joys of superheroes, comic books, & Wizard magazine in the 1990's! The show launches January 2020, so subscribe to The Retro Network podcast feed now. Thanks to our monthly supporters Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Donovan Monty Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce W...