Comic Book Time Machine

Exploring swamp monsters of the comics, from Swamp Thing to Man-Thing to the Heap to Sludge to the random short stories in horror anthologies, starting with the FIRST swamp monster as we know them today: Theodore Sturgeon's IT! from Marvel Comics' Supernatural Thrillers #1.

To celebrate 100 episodes of both the Marvel’s Cosmic Comics sub-feed AND the main feed, we cover John Carter’s 2nd annual AND John Carter’s big screen appearance! First, The Headmen of Mars, a fantastic story of horror and weirdness! Then, my review of John Carter, the movie, from a 2012 episode of …

Matt is joined by special guest host, Evan David, to discuss all sorts of comic books in this free-flowing conversation.            

Ben opens a comic book grab bag, this time a bag of four “out of print comics” for $6. All of them surprised him, one way or another. The comics inside are:

With news of Carrie Fisher’s passing, plans changed and Ben take a look back at the comic book mini-series that pays a fitting tribute to the character that Carrie Fisher brought to life: Princess Leia. Rebel leader, princess, and icon, Princess Leia turned the concept of “save the princess” on …

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated November 1978, Ben reads: Introduction — 0:00-5:15 Star Wars #17 — CRUCIBLE — 5:15-24:55 (Flashback to Luke’s past!) Godzilla #16 — THE GREAT GODZILLA ROUNDUP — 24:55-49:05 (Godzilla vs. some modern day cowboys!) Human Fly #15 — WAR IN THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT — 49:05-1:15:10 …

For Christmas, Ben takes a look at the second Star Trek: The Next Generation issue, a holiday themed issue. He reminiscences about Star Trek, analyzes the issue, and has fun getting into his Star Trek fandom. Then, post-credit, the Comic Book Time Machine team (Ben, Matt, Daniel, and Evan) celebrate …

Saturday Night Live! A Star Wars comic with barely no Star Wars movie characters, but with the return of the giant rabbit! Dangerous death-defying on hot air balloons! It's just another month of Marvel's cosmic comics!

It’s almost election day! So Ben decided to have some FUN with politics! Prez is the story of the U.S.A.’s first teen president, a story that didn’t happen…but could. It’s a little bit political satire, it’s a little bit Mad magazine styled jokes, and a little bit of fun for …

It’s Halloween, so ben takes a look at a horror themed story from the Dr. Strange comics: THE MONTESI FORMULA, or DOCTOR STRANGE VS. DRACULA from issues 58-62. This also ties into the MCU with both Doctor Strange, who is appearing in a movie, and the Darkhold, a book that …

Daniel and Matt went shopping for comics.  Along the way, they had a chance to talk with some of the writers and artists involved in DC’s current initiative, “Rebirth.”   This episode chronicles their various recordings throughout their time together on June 25, 2016.    

Han Solo vs. Crimson Jack! Human Fly vs. a corrupt news guy! Godzilla vs. three super beasts from space! John Carter vs. a master assassin! And more!

Matt is reading through the historic maxi-series, Crisis on Infinite Earths, for the first time.  The original Crisis was released during 1985 and 1986, and was ultimately used to reboot the DC Universe. Issues #1-6 have been covered during other Event features of The Comic Book Time Machine, but Matt …

With Marvel’s All-New Ghost Rider getting time on the screen on Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, Ben takes at look at Robbie Reyes’ turn as the next version of the flaming skull-headed, fiery vehicle driving, supernaturally powered anti-hero! You can get more Agents of SHIELD podcast action by visiting WELCOME TO …

This episode takes listeners back in time to before there was a Comic Book Time Machine.  Flashback to May 2014, and hear Ben and Matt have a Skype conversation all about what the Comic Book Time Machine podcast could be like.  Some things we discussed happened, but some things are …

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated August 1978, Ben reads: Star Wars #14 — THE SOUND OF ARMAGEDDON — 5:05-16:50 (The water world war finale) Human Fly #12 — ARNIE’S STORY — 16:50-37:05 (The untold story of a stuntman’s publicist…finally told!) Godzilla #13 — THE MEGA MONSTERS FROM BEYOND PART 2: …

On May 25th, 2016, DC Comics launched their Rebirth initiative.  Incorporating parts of The New 52 Universe with the pre-Flashpoint Universe, Rebirth aims at being the best of both worlds.  Filled with lots of heart, and some significant surprises, this comic was a great read.   In this episode, hear …

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated July 1978, Ben reads: Star Wars #13 — DAY OF THE DRAGONLORDS! — 5:30-22:10 (The water world war escalates) Godzilla #12 — THE MEGA MONSTERS FROM BEYOND PART 1: THE BETA BEAST! — 22:10-50:15 (a multi-part space epic begins) Human Fly #11 …

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated June 1978, Ben reads: Star Wars #12 — DOOMWORLD! — 4:13-18:33 (Luke Skywalker’s continuing adventure on a waterworld) Godzilla #11 — ARENA FOR THREE! — 18:33-39:44 (an epic three way Kaiju battle) Human Fly #10 — …DARK AS A DUNGEON DOWN IN …

It’s a new series! A new publisher! And a new canon! Ben explores the ongoing Star Wars series as it dives into new stories taking place directly after the first Star Wars movie!

Marvel has re-colored it’s classic adaptations of the Star Wars original trilogy. Does it work? Is it worth buying? Is it just a cash grab, or does it make sense for them to create these “special editions”? And what other extras did they dig up to include within these hardcovers? Ben …

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated May 1978, Ben reads: the beginning of a new Star Wars epic; the beginning of a new John Carter epic; Human Fly’s team up (sort of) with Daredevil; Godzilla’s battle with a giant bigfoot; the Man from Atlantis’ battle with some spores; and Kirby’s Machine …

In this episode, we present to you an ongoing conversation that Daniel and Matt had during a day of fun they shared together.  Listen as they discuss “Secret Wars,” “Star Wars,” and “Vader Down,” as well as open Christmas presents and visit their local comic shop.   Plus they give …

As part of the Murphy Anderson tribute crossover with other comic book podcasts, The Comic Book Time Machine is taking a look at the Strange Adventures feature series “Atomic Knights”, a post-apocalyptic series about a men in medieval armor who ride giant dalmatians!

Looking at all the Marvel licensed books cover dated April 1978, Ben reads: the finale of the Star Wars "Seven Samurai in Space" story; the origin of Dejah Thoris; Human Fly's team up with White Tiger; Godzilla's attack on Vegas; the Man from Atlantis' battle with some mist; a sci-fi one shot; and two books by Jack Kirby!