Bargain Issue Comics: A Podcast

The 80's are calling again comic fans! We take another trip down memory lane with Friend of the Devil, a Reckless Book.  Yes, we join Ethan Reckless again on the trail of a missing person that leads to far more than even Ethan bargained for. Only one....well two ways to find out what happens. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book - Ed Brubaker (writer) / Jacob P...

To the stars comic fans! We join another unit in the Imperium of Man's massive army. The Sisters of Battle is on the menu today folks. Is your gear ready? Are you prepared to take on a hostile galaxy? Thanks for listening and enjoy! Warhammer 40,000: Sisters of Battle - Torunn Gronbekk (writer) / Edgar Salazar (artist) / Arf Prianto (colorist) / VC's Clayton Cowles (letterer)  This Issue...

Hello comic fans! We're hitting the ring today with Do a Powerbomb. Pro wrestling, luchador masks, tragedy, otherworld tournament? This one's got it all. And my goodness who would've thought that pro wrestling could have heart? Thanks for listening and enjoy! Do a Power Bomb - Daniel Warren Johnson (writer/artist) / Rus Wooton (letterer) / Mike Spicer (colorist)     This Issue'...

Welcome back comic fans! Oh hey look, Hellboy's back. We're talking Wake the Devil today. The 2nd collected installment in the misadventures of Hellboy. Vampires, Nazis, more Hell, and even more Rasputin. Strap on that jetpack and get on the plane for Romania. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Hellboy: Wake the Devil - Mike Mignola (writer/artist) / Pat Brosseau (letterer) / James Sinclair...

Welcome back comic fans! We head to Amestris and just so happy to run into the.....checks notes....Elric Brothers. That's right, Full Metal Alchemist Vol. 1 is the topic today. But will we find the Philosopher's Stone....or should we stop searching? Thanks for listening and enjoy! Full Metal Alchemist - Hiromu Arakawa (writer/artist)      -- This Issue's recommendation:  Batman Knig...

Hello comic fans! Get ready cause it's Clobberin Time in this one! Steve Skroce brings you The Thing and a few of Marvel's biggest names dealing with a villain only Skroce could think up. Grab a copy and enjoy the ride. Go ahead, smash a few things too. Thanks for listening! Clobberin' Time - Steve Skroce (writer, artist) / Bryan Valenza (colorist)   -- This Issue's recommendat...

Hello comic fans! Our tour of DC All In continues with Absolute Batman Vol. 1: The Zoo. What makes the Dark Knight who he is? How much can change and we still get Gotham's protector? Grab this one and find out. We had a heck of a time with this reimagining of Batman. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Absolute Batman Vol. 1: The Zoo - Scott Snyder (writer) / Nick Dragotta, Gabriel Hernández Walt...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Usagi Yojimbo today. The Stan Sakai classic. The wandering ronin Usago Yojimbo, the deadliest rabbit in 17th century Japan (don't worry it'll make sense). Oh and we've got a surprise visit from some fan favorite mutant turtles of the teenaged and ninja variety. Thanks for listening and enjoy! The Usagi Yojimbo Saga Volume 1 - Stan Sakai (writer,...

Welcome back comic fans! We head to Hell's Kitchen again with Born Again. The iconic monthly Daredevil story from Frank Miller's run and inspiration for the small screen series. Now can we say we loved every part of this story, nope, but hey there's still plenty to enjoy. Kingpin vs Daredevil, redemption, and some intense action. Thanks for listening! Born Again (Daredevil #227-233)...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Space Mullet in this one. 5 collected issues of an awesome sci-fi story. We follow Jonah and Alphius through the trials and tribulations that can be equal parts grim and incredible. Definitely one to put on your reading list.  Thanks for listening and enjoy! Space Mullet - Daniel Warren Johnson (writer, artist)     -- This Issue's recommendation:  Do a Pow...

Hello comic fans! Witness the birth of Marvel's many heroes with the aptly named Marvels! Take the journey with Phil Sheldon, everyman photographer that captures the awe, the terror, and the sadness from Marvel's biggest moments. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Marvels - Kurt Busiek (writer) / Alex Ross (artist, colorist) / John Gaushell, Richard Starkings (letterers) / Marcus McLaurin (...

Hello comic fans! We take you to another galaxy. Nope not that one. We've got Descender Vol. 1: Tin Stars. Giant machines appear and tower over planets. No warning and billions are lost and the machines disappear just as quickly as they came. And then 10 years go by. A very different galaxy and TIM-21 finds himself hated for being a machine and on the run because he might be the key to everyt...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Earth X today. From the notes of Alex Ross, Jim Krueger brings us the dystopia of another earth of the Marvel universe. We've got your classic heroes in a world drastically changed by Terrigen Mist. Even if you can't get the Machine Man's equipment grab a copy of this alternate universe. And hey a shoutout to Wizard magazine. Thanks for listening...

Hello comic fans! We've got Snotgirl Vol. 1: Green Hair Dont Care for you today. Yes, the veritable Bryan Lee O'Malley returns. Now with the stunning art of Leslie Hung. We've got the trials and tribulations of one Lottie Person and oh you bet she's the classic O'Malley protagonist. And expect things to get weird. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Snotgirl Vol. 1: Green Hair...

Welcome back comic fans! Oh no! Sci-fi! The occult! Love!? DanDaDan! That's right, we're talking volume 1 of Yukinobu Tatsu's absolutely bonkers manga. And honestly, we're here for the romance too. Thanks for listening and enjoy! DanDaDan - Yukinobu Tatsu (writer/artist)  Other cool works in this Issue:  -- This Issue's recommendation:  Batman Last Knight on Earth -- Music...

Welcome back comic fans! The Man of Steel returns! This time it's the Absolute Universe variety with Absolute Superman Vol. 1 The Last Dust of Krypton. What makes Superman? It's the age old question. And we gotta tell you this version does it right. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Absolute Superman Vol. 1 The Last Dust of Krypton - Jason Aaron (writer) / Rafa Sandoval (artist) / Ulises A...

Welcome back comic fans! We're hitting the 90s today with the legendary The Infinity Gauntlet! Yes everyone the story that inspired the MCU but don't exact the movies with this one. We've got a host of Marvel heroes, villains, and cosmic beings in this one. Thanks for listening and enjoy! The Infinity Gauntlet - Jim Starlin (writer) / George Pérez, Ron Lim (pencillers) / Josef Rubin...

Welcome back comic fans! We head back to the DC Universe of 1985 to experience Crisis on Infinite Earths! That's right folks one of the classic giant crossover comics events. How does it stack up for your two intrepid hosts? Tune in to find out. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Crisis on Infinite Earths - Marv Wolfman (writer) / George Pérez (penciller) / Dick Giordano, Jerry Ordway, Mike DeCa...

Welcome back comic fans! When the world needs to be kept strange you can only call on Planetary. That's right, we're talking Volume 1 of this Warren Ellis penned series of Planetary. Take a walk on the bizarre side as the team embarks on adventures to reveal the world kept just out of sight from everyday life. Thanks for listening and enjoy! Planetary Volume 1: All Over the World and Oth...

Welcome back comic fans! We're taking a trip through the mind of Moebius again today with the World of Edena. A beautiful, winding, and deep story of two people traveling together only to be separated in a strange planet and even stranger dreams. A few sentences wont do it just so thanks as always for tuning in. Enjoy! The World of Edena (Le Monde d'Edena) - Moebius Other cool works in t...

Welcome back comic fans! We've got a TMNT anthology for you today with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Black, White, and Green! The Turtles, pizza, Shredder, this one's got everything you love about the green dudes in a variety of artistic flavors. We love a good anthology here at the show and we think you'll have some fun with this one. Join in and thanks for listening!  Teenage Muta...

Welcome back comic fans! We're talking We Can Never Go Home today. In a world where super powers aren't out of the ordinary, what would two teens on the run do? Lies, murder, loads of other crimes, and finding your way in the world. We can't say you'll root for everyone in this one, but this entry into the super powered realm gives you a unique perspective. Join in and thanks f...

Welcome back comic fans! The Merc with the Mouth and Old Man Logan cross paths. A shared mission unites them, but they can't stand working together. Look if you're expecting Pulitzer material check elsewhere. We've got blood, guts, mutants, and snark on tap with this one. Join in and thanks for listening!  Deadpool vs. Old Man Logan - Declan Shalvey (writer) / Mike Henderson (artist...

Hello comic fans! The DC universe is getting upended. This time by vampires. We're talking DC vs Vampires Vol 1 in this one. If you've ever wanted to see your favorite JLA members with sharp teeth and a thirst for blood then this is the story for you. But can Batman and Green Arrow set right what has gone so terribly wrong? Ok admittedly that answer is in Vol. 2.  As always comic fans, t...

Welcome back fans! Well when kaiju threaten humanity why call just one mechanized hero. That's right we're talking The Big Guy and Rusty the Boy Robot in this one. Frank Miller, Geof Darrow. You know what's up. Join in and enjoy the bizarre insanity of this mecha vs monster comic with that extra special Darrow flair. Thanks for listening!  Mea culpa on the audio issues in this one. ...