Across the Bifrost: Thor - Marvel Comics

The world of Thor in Marvel Comics is filled with several fantastic LGBTQ+ characters like Loki, Valkyrie, and Angela! To celebrate those characters (and more importantly) Pride Month as a whole we present a bonus conversation with Mackenzi Lee and Katie Pryde.

Jane Foster is back to defend New York City from greedy CEOs, a billionaire turned Minotaur, a gun wielding dominatrix, and a smart ass samurai! On this episode of the JASON AARON RETROSPECTIVE Ryan is joined by Katie Pryde, owner of Books with Pictures in Portland, OR. Together they review the storyline “Lords of Midgard” (Mighty Thor #6-12). Enjoy!

Happy Anniversary! It’s been 60 years since Thor thundered onto the pages of Marvel Comics so we’ve just gotta read it again! For this hilarious page-by-page deep dive through Journey into Mystery #83 we welcome friends of the show Matt Howell and Jacob Balcom from the Werewolf by Night Podcast and Michelle from Moonlit Comics. Grab a drink and settle in as we encounter Thor, Mjolnir, and the Ston...

On this Anniversary Special we chat with Marvel writer and All-Father of Thor comics, JASON AARON! He has written numerous Marvel Comics titles, most famously among them his almost decade long stint writing THOR! He is known for creating Gorr the God Butcher, redefining Jane Foster, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this mighty chat! Become a Patron!

NEW COMICS ARE HERE! On this episode we read and review the Thor-related Marvel Comics from May 2022. Ryan, Will, and Faz also share their thoughts on the new LOVE & THUNDER trailer. Wait around until the end for a preview of next week’s Anniversary Special chat with … JASON AARON! The issues covered include Banner of War Alpha #1, Thor #25, Hulk #7, Avengers #56, Alligator Loki #5-6

Jane Foster is Thor, Odin is upset, the elves are at war, and a familiar face returns! On this episode we soar back into our JASON AARON RETROSPECTIVE with the storyline “Thunder in Her Veins” (Mighty Thor #1-5). Not only is Loki returning, so is a good friend of his … Marvel author and all around wonderful human being, MACKENZI LEE! She returns to the show to talk comics, Loki, trousers, and that...

On this episode we travel by night and discuss the time THOR (The God of Thunder) went head to head with MOON KNIGHT (The Fist of Khonsu). For this chat we welcome to the show Michelle from Moonlit Comics and discuss “Age of Khonsu” from Avengers by Jason Aaron. We also share our thoughts on Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT on Disney+ so buckle up for a crazy fun chat! STAY WORTHY!

https://www.amazon.com/Philosopher-Reads-Marvel-Comics-Thor-ebook/dp/B09YJ2W6Y6 From the very beginning Thor has been tied to one overarching theme, worthiness! On this episode of ACROSS THE BIFROST we sit down with Professor Mark D. White and discuss his newest book, “A Philosopher Reads … Marvel Comics’ Thor: If They Be Worthy”. We have a great chat and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it very much! This b...

SPOILERS ⚠️ Gods! Witches! Wizards! Zombie Vikings! Yeah this bonus episode has it all. Ryan is joined by Brandon Bloxdorf (Apollo City Comics) and Jason Luck to discuss the newest Marvel Studios film “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” and read the 2003 Marvel MAX series “Thor: Vikings”.

NEW COMICS HAVE ARRIVED! This is the big one, buckle up for this long awaited review of the 750th issue of Thor. The Warriors Three assemble once more! Ryan, Will, and Faz chat about the new comics from April 2022 that featured Marvel’s Mightiest hero … THOR! This included: Thor #24 (legacy #750), Avengers #55, and Alligator Loki #3-4.

Legendary comics artist and creator rights activist, Neal Adams has passed away at the age of 80. Though known for his time on Batman primarily, we wanted to shed light on a brief point in comics history. When Jack Kirby left Marvel Comics and the Mighty Thor, Neal stepped in to pencil issues #180–181 (Sept.-Oct. 1970). On this bonus episode Eric N. Bennett and Ryan look at Neal Adam’s very brief...

Thor has been deemed unworthy. Another wields his hammer. How can a god obtain retribution? On this episode of ACROSS THE BIFROST Ryan is joined by our first ever guest, Grant from “BecomingThor”, to read and review Unworthy Thor #1-5 by Jason Aaron and Olivier Coipel. This journey takes us into the cosmos and is full of crazy surprises. STAY WORTHY!!! Become a Patron!

Become a Patron! It's finally here friends! This week the teaser trailer for Marvel Studios' "THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER" hit the internet to a glorious reception. We needed to talk and rant about this amazing trailer so we are releasing a bonus episode to celebrate this momentous occasion. Ryan is joined by Will Rose and Christopher Fazio for this special chat. 

On this week’s episode Ryan and Will Rose are joined by comics artist MARTIN COCCOLO who is drawing Marvel’s upcoming Thor & Hulk crossover event, BANNER OF WAR! Alongside writer Donny Cates, Martin is bringing us a 60th Anniversary spectacular fitting of Thor and Hulk’s long legacies. We talk with Martin about much, much more! Also we preview the mountain of Marvel books coming out in the nex...

Jane Foster brings the thunder on this episode of ACROSS THE BIFROST! In our latest installment of the Jason Aaron Retrospective we welcome JACOB BALCOM from the WEREWOLF BY NIGHT PODCAST. Jacob joins Ryan for a fun chat about Jason Aaron's legacy, Jane Foster's place in Thor history, and so much more!  Become a Patron!

The Last Days of Midgard have come! Thor must face down a mega corporation hell bent on world domination, a band of vengeful trolls, and Old Man Galactus! Ryan is joined again by Hayley and Brian from the SOURCE PAGES PODCAST as we continue our JASON AARON Retrospective. STAY WORTHY! Become a Patron!

On this episode of ACROSS THE BIFROST, Christopher "Fazgardian" Fazio takes us through his experience at this year's Toronto Comic-Con. We talk cosplay, the rise of fandoms into the mainstream, and so much more! STAY WORTHY!!! Become a Patron!

ACROSS THE BIFROST goes on the road at WILLOW CON! Student's from Wayne State College's FAN Club picked Ryan's brain about Thor, the Marvel Universe, and his journey in podcasting. STAY WORTHY!!! Become a Patron!

Become a Patron! We’ve come to the final issue of Journey into Mystery and to break down the turning point issue we have assembled a worthy panel of passionate pals. Ryan, Ross, and Eric return to share thoughts and themes from this Herculean issue of Thor in our THROWBACK THOR series.

NEW COMICS ARE IN! On this episode of ACROSS THE BIFROST, Ryan is again joined by Will Rose and Christopher Fazio to talk about all things Thor in this months Marvel Comics! They ponder the power level of Thor, his upcoming anniversary issue, and just how cute is alligator Loki? All that and more … STAY WORTHY!!! Become a Patron!

Malekith the Accursed has escaped Hel to kill … his own people?!?! Can Thor and the newly formed League of Realms stop him before it’s too late? On this episode, Ryan returns to the JASON AARON RETROSPECTIVE with special guests Hayley Hobbs and Brian V. Klein from the SOURCE PAGES podcast. Buckle up! This realm-spanning roller coaster is gonna get wild!

Witness the arrival of Hercules, the destruction of the Demon, and the secret of Donald Blake FINALLY comes to light! Join Ryan, Eric Bennett, and new guest Ross Lawhead on this terrific installment of our Throwback Thor series. STAY WORTHY!!!

Become a Patron! Thor vs. Hercules ... nuff said! On this special "King-Sized" episode of our Throwback Thor series Ryan is joined again by Eric Bennett to reminisce about the first time these two young, brash gods did battle! STAY WORTHY! 

A while back we did a two part chat with former Marvel editor Mike Rockwitz and today we wanted to release the full conversation for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!

Brand new comics are here and we have assembled a worthy panel of hosts to breakdown everything Thor has been up to lately in Thor #22 and Avengers #53! Will Rose and Thor cosplayer Christopher Fazio stop by to chat and share their tremendous takeaways! STAY WORTHY!