James VanOsdol

ComicsXZ

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Comics XZ is hosted by father-son duo James and Noah VanOsdol. They explore their shared passion for comic book collecting, bridging generational (X and Z) gaps through a mutual obsession with everything from Silver Age grails to modern eBay hustles. The show dives into the "sell to buy" mentality, navigating nostalgia-driven market trends and the thrill of the hunt—whether in a local bar or an antique mall. From high-value key finds to disintegrating dollar-bin disasters, James and Noah offer a relatable, deep-dive look at the timeless culture of collecting.

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James VanOsdol

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Generation gaps and Marketplace traps 06.04.2026 20:45

James and Noah break down the "Comic Sexy" naming blunder and a bizarre Facebook Marketplace mystery that left them with a box of returned comics and zero answers. Discussed in this episode: The Naming Fail: James realized "Comics XZ" sounds like "Comics Sexy" when spoken fast, leading him to buy comicsexy.com as a defensive measure. The Marketplace Mystery: James shipped 30 Bronze Age comics only...

Playing eBay roulette with a dead man 04.04.2026 13:12

James and Noah VanOsdol continue their journey of rebuilding a comic collection by "selling the hobby to fund the hobby". This episode explores the strategy behind successful eBay acquisitions and the emotional rollercoaster of high-stakes collecting. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/16ypYcX95wE Key highlights The eBay feedback loop: James explains why seller ratings and the "sketch factor" are...

The origin story: Why ComicsXZ? (Episode One) 04.04.2026 19:23

The origin story: Why ComicsXZ? (Episode One) Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IPN-75Uh3gQ On the debut episode of Comics XZ , father-son duo James VanOsdol (Generation X) and Noah VanOsdol (Generation Z) dive into their shared obsession with comic book collecting. They share the "origin story" of their collaborative collection, which spans decades and generations. Key Highlights: A Lifelong Obs...