Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast

Despite all my rage… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #31 , which is legacy issue #995. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Patrick Gleason and Dean White. The interiors feature artwork from artist Patrick Gleason, colors by Marcio Menyz, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on June 18th,...

This week on Maury… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #30 , which is legacy issue #994. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Dean White. The interiors feature artwork from guest artist Pete Woods, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on June 3rd, 2026. Rick Coste edited t...

Who’s got one thumb and is a fun guy? In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #29, which is legacy issue #993 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Marte Gracia. The interiors artwork from guest artist Pete Woods, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on May 20th, 2026. Rick Coste...

We’re gonna go back in time! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #28 , which is legacy issue #992 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Cory Smith and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature pencils by Cory Smith with Francesco Manna, inks by Oren Junior and Roberto Poggi, with Francesco Manna, colors by Marcio Menyz and Erick Arcinieg...

Let there be Spider-Carnage! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Part 9 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which is otherwise known as Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #27. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature pencils by Ed McGuinness and Carlos Gomez, with Francesco Manna, inks by Mark Farme...

Over the past decade, the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast has been fortunate to feature writer Gerry Conway as a guest at least a dozen times. Those conversations bled into the real world, and Gerry became a friend to Dan and Mark. Following news of his passing on April 26th, 2026, Dan and Mark recorded a conversation about their friendship with Gerry, their memories of his appearances on the show, an...

Torment RULES… and follows the rules, like a good little psychopath. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 7 and 8 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #26 and Venom #257. Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #26 is legacy #990 and Part 7 of Death Spiral. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ryan St...

The one where Paul Rabin dies. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 5 and 6 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #25 and Venom #256 . Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #25 , which is legacy #989, is Part 5 of Death Spiral. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marte Gracia. The interi...

If you like characters running around on rooftops, we have great news for you! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 3 and 4 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Venom #255 and Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #24 . Venom #255 is Part 3 of 9 of Death Spiral. This issue was written by Al Ewing. The cover features artwork by Carlos Gómez and Frank Martin. The...

“Spider-Man, Spider-Man He’s the Ultimate Spider-Man His family’s safety, he’s ignored A solid 401k is his reward…” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Ultimate Spider-Man (vol. 3) #19-24 . These issues were written by Jonathan Hickman. The covers feature artwork by Marco Checchetto and Matthew Wilson. The interiors feature pencils and inks by Marcho Checchett...

The true Torment is the debut of HBO’s latest comedy series, starring Aunt May: “Whoopie and the City!” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 1 and 2 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man/Venom – Death Spiral #1 and Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #23, which is legacy issue #987. Amazing Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spir...

“I’m baaaaaack!” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #22 , which is legacy issue #986 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature artwork by Nick Bradshaw, Todd Nauck, and Nathan Stockman, with an ink assist from Scott Hanna, colors by Marte Gracia and Rachelle Rosenb...

Awwwwwwkwaaaard… In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #21 , which is legacy issue #985 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr. and Todd Nauck, inks by Scott Hanna and Todd Nauck, colors by Marcio Menyz, Erick Arciniega, and Marte Gr...

This episode opens with our remembrance of artist Sal Buscema, who passed away on January 24, 2026. Then, enjoy a double-sized episode featuring an interview with Ron Frenz and Tom DeFalco about their history with the Venom character and the recent backup story they did for Venom #252 , an “anniversary” celebration of Amazing Spider-Man #252 , which kicked off their run and introduced...

“And I’m here to remind you Of the mess you left when you went away It’s not fair to deny me Of the cross I bear that you gave to me You, you, you oughta know…” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #20 , which is legacy issue #984 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and...

We’ve got a date with Hellgate at a Stargate! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #19 , which is legacy issue #983 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, with Marcio Menyz, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on January 7th, 2025. Rick...

Let’s drink to Norman Osborn’s mental health! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #18 , which is a legacy issue #982 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, colors by Marcio Menyz, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on Christmas...

Finally, the Spider-Man® and Alien® crossover we’ve been waiting for! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #17 , which is legacy issue #981 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on December 10th, 2025...

A character like Plague RX demands that his name be fully articulated as “Plague Prescription.” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #16 , which is legacy issue #980 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, colors by Marcio Menyz, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Carama...

There’s a glitch in the system! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #15 , which is legacy issue #979 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interiors by guest artist Emilio Laiso, colors by Marcio Menyz, Marte Gracia, and Erick Arciniega, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This is...

It’s official. We are renaming “The Parker Luck” into “The Osborn Luck.” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #14 , which is legacy issue #978 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Patrick Gleason and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature pencils by Ed McGuinness with Todd Nauck, inks by Mark Farmer, Wad...

Truth. Justice. And the American Way! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #13 , which is legacy issue #977. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature art by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia and Erick Arciniega, and, of course, letters by VC’s Joe Caramagna. This issue was first released on...

It took 12.5 years, but we’ve finally done it! Mark and Dan are thrilled to be joined by Joe Kelly, the current writer of The Amazing Spider-Man , whose history across the Spider-Man line of comics spans over two decades, going all the way back to his time writing Webspinners and 2099: World of Tomorrow. He was part of the Spidey-Braintrust of writers who rotated duties during the Brand New...

“I’m fighting children.” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #12 , which is legacy issue #976 . This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature pencils by Ed McGuinness, inks by Cliff Rathburn and Ed McGuinness, colors by Marcio Menyz and Erick Arciniega, and, of course, letters...

Peter in spaaaaaaace…… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #11 , which is Legacy issue #975. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. This issue contains two stories. The first story, “Broken Mirror,” features pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, and colors by Marcio Menyz. The second stor...