Bargain Issue Comics: A Podcast

Hello comic fans! From the Vertigo line of DC Comics comes We3. A trio of highly trained and very deadly pets escapes. We join them as they're relentlessly pursued, all in the quest to find home. Thanks for listening!  We3 - Grant Morrison (writer) / Frank Quitely, Jamie Grant (artists) / Todd Klein (letterer)  Other cool works in this Issue:  All-Star Superman, Multiversity    This Issue&apo...

Hello comic fans! Another jump into DC Comics in this one as we chat about The Books of Magic. And guess what? What? No not you, the audience. This time we get help from John Constantine, the Phantom Stranger, Mister E, and Doctor Occult and learn about the ins, outs, horrors, wonders, and weirdness of magic in the DC Universe. Thanks for listening!  The Books of Magic Vol. 1 - Neal Gaiman (writer...

Hello comic fans! We've got more ronin! This time turtles style, of the Teenage Mutant Ninja variety. That's right The Last Ronin is on deck. We're aren't going to spoil this sweet, poignant, action packed, and gut wrenching story in the description (we totally do in the audio) but this is hands down one of the best entries in the TMNT universe. Kick back, grab your preferred n...

Hello comic fans! We're headed to the DC Universe today to check in on two of the JLA's most valuable mem....nah, who are we kidding. Join in as we chat about the global, time, and interdimensional adventures of Booster Gold and the Blue Beetle. Two superheroes that just want their recognition. What harm could there be?? Thanks for listening!  Blue & Gold - Dan Jurgens (writer) / Rya...

Hello comic fans! We've got the Marvel's the Wonderful Wizard of Oz today.  Join in as we chat about this adorably Skottie Young drawn adaption of the book (that's right the Wizard of Oz was a book, who knew!!). Will Dorothy and the gang find what they're looking for? Click your heels together and enjoy!  The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (2009) - Eric Shaower (writer)/L. Frank Baum (...

Hello comic fans! We've got 20th Century Boys Vol. 1 (the Perfect Edition) today.  Join in as we chat about the beginnings of a global conspiracy and those that will save the world. Even we have to ask, who is "Friend"? Thanks for listening!  20th Century Boys Vol. 1 (the Perfect Edition) - Naoki Urasawa (writer, artist)  Other cool works in this Issue:  ... This Issue's recomm...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Fantasy Sports 1: The Court of Souls. Join in as we chat about this very fun, fast passed, and enjoyable story about a mismatched wizarding team vs. an evil mummy. It gets weirder folks.  Thanks for listening!  Fantasy Sports 1: The Court of Souls  - Sam Bosma (writer, artist)   Other cool works in this Issue:  ... This Issue's recommendation:  Transmetrop...

Hello comic fans! Another trip to a galaxy far, far away. This time with Star Wars the High Republic: The Edge of Balance Vol. 1 (yes, it's a lot of words, we regret nothing). Join in as we chat about a time long before the fall of the Jedi, a time of challenge, and looming threats in the aftermath of a great disaster.  Thanks for listening!  Star Wars the High Republic: The Edge of Balance V...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Frank Miller's Ronin. A tale of revenge, demons, futuristic New York, and a deadly samurai. Join in as we chat about this Frank Miller epic.  Thanks for listening!  Ronin - Frank Miller (writer) / Lynn Varley (artist)  Other cool works in this Issue:  Lone Wolf & Cub - Kazuo Koike (writer) / Goseki Kojima (artist)  This Issue's recommendation:  Da...

Hello comic fans! We're talking JLA The Nail. We're back in the world of DC Comics with an Elseworlds title that asks, what happens if the Kents go a nail in their tire the day Kal-El crashed on Earth? A lot apparently, but somethings stay the same. Join us as we chat about a world without Superman, the majors players of the JLA if he wasn't around, and some musing on how much bette...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Reckless. Do you want a pulp-inspired 80's crime story, with a strung out fixer, and a conspiracy that takes readers across state lines. Join in as we chat about this initial entry into the story of Ethan Reckless. Thanks for listening!  Saga Volume 1 - Ed Brubaker (writer) / Sean Phillips (artist)  Other cool works in this Issue:  Criminal  Femme Fatale ...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Promethea Book 1 today. This Alan Moore epic might just be a definitive work in comic book philosophy. Join us as we chat about the beginnings of an intricate story Moore weaves and the power of ideas embodied in Promethea. Thanks for listening!  Promethea Book 1 - Alan Moore (writer) / JH Williams, Mick Gray (artist) / Todd Klein (letterer)   This Issue's...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Saga Volume 1. We delve into the first 6 chapters of this sprawling epic in a universe very unlike our own, but filled with very human characters. If you think you'd like a story of love, revenge, magic, technology, and ruminations on what war does to people, then this one's for you. Thanks for listening!  Saga Volume 1 - Brian K. Vaughn (writer) / Fi...

Welcome back comic fans! In this issue, we get a glimpse of what James Stokoe would do in the Alien universe. While there's no Ripley to save the day, this comic is a great entry in the franchise. Filled with tension, horror, and the sheer terror of battling xenomorphs. Don't forget to re-up your Weyland-Yutani contract, set that cryosleep chamber dial, and enjoy!  Aliens: Dead Orbit - J...

Hello comic fans! We're talking Steampunk: Manimatron. Take a healthy does of steampunk and mix in utterly bizarre human modification and you get Joe Kelly's epic story of on the nose hero Cole Blaquesmith's battle against the nefarious Dr. Absinthe. It's wild, it's weird, it's got its faults. But if you enjoy steampunk, give it a read. Thanks for listening!  Steampun...

Hello everyone! We're talking Battle Chasers today. If you want arcane punk with a heaping helping of manga inspired art, then this is the comic for you. Though its publication history is troubled this is a fun ride with pretty impressive art. Sit back and enjoy!  Battle Chasers Anthology - Joe Madureira (writer, penciller, inker), Munier Sharrieff (writer) / Adam Warren, Ludo Lullabi (artist...

Hello everyone! Journey to another Battleworld in this tour-de-force from Jonathan Hickman. How do you close out a run on Fantastic 4? Why with the total destruction of the Multiverse, that's how. Join in as we chat about this impressive crossover. We even make fun of Evil Reed Richard's hat. Sit back and enjoy!  Secret Wars (2015-2016) - Jonathon Hickman (writer) / Esad Ribic (artist) /...

Welcome back listeners! In today's show we're chatting about the first volume of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Diamond is Unbreakable. Stands rule, enough said. Sit back and enjoy!  Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Diamond is Unbreakable Vol. 1 - Hirohiko Araki  This Issue's recommendation:  The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - Eric Shanower (writer) / Skottie Young (artist) / Jeff Eckleberry...

Hello everyone! We're chatting about Black Panther The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda Part 1! Yes, we know that's one long title. But hey we can roll past that can't we?   An amnesiac T'Challa battles the corrupted image of a nation he knows all too well. We talk art, writing, and our get into our regular tangents. Sit back and enjoy!  Black Panther The Intergalactic Empire of...

Welcome back comic fans! We continue our journey through the X-Men universe. This time, stopping by in the aftermath of Scarlet Witch's decimation of the mutant population. Where will our heroes go from there? How will they recover? And is a mysterious signal that everyone wants the key to everything? Listen in and enjoy!  X-Men: Messiah Complex - Ed Brubaker, Mike Carey, Peter David, Craig K...

Hello everyone! We've got a look at the paranormal, the occult, and everything that goes bump in the night with Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. Join in as we get to know the BPRD and its everyman demonic investigator. Sit back and enjoy!  Hellboy: Seed of Destruction - Mike Mignola (writer, artist)   BPRD Omnibus: Plague of Frogs - Mike Mignola (writer, artist) Daredevil: The Man Without Fear -...

Hello everyone! We've got another sci-fi adventure. This time in a universe not our own. Join in as we chat about the world of Skydoll: Decade, filled with anthropomorphic animals, wind up dolls yearning for autonomy, and ruminations on the role of religion in the universe. That's right, we said ruminations, fancy we know. Sit back and enjoy!  Sky Doll: Decade - Alessandro Barbucci, Barb...

Hello comic fans! To round off things from our last issue we're diving into Battle Angel Alita Mars Chronicle. Join in as we chat about Alita's early years, worldbuilding on Mars, and some of the manga's best villains. Enjoy!  Battle Angel Alita Mars Chronicle - Yukito Kishiro    -- Music at the End!  Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBeats  Check out our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile...

Hello comic fans! We're checking back in with our favorite cyborg. No not that cyborg the other one. Yup, that's right we've got Battle Angel Alita Last Order  on tap today! We're even putting together our own team for the ZOTT!  Battle Angel Alita Last Order - Yukito Kishiro   -- Music at the End!  Vinyl Funk - AlisiaBeats  Check out our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prof...

Hello comic fans! We've got volume 1 of Assassination Classroom today. Join in as we chat about the most bizarre looking assassin, the over the top comedy, and antics that make this series work. And what doesn't. Sit back and enjoy!  Assassination Classroom - Yusei Matsui  Mobile Suit Gundam Char's Counterattack Beltorchika's Children Vol. 1 - Uroaki Sabisi, Talayuki Yanase (ar...