Fantastic Four Fan Cast

Shane gushes over his latest comic grail get, the boys fall into corner box nostalgia, and we break down Human Torch Vol. 3 #3 — featuring firefighters, guilt, and a living fireball-- and we don't mean Johnny Storm!

The fellas talk about how they spent the Christmas holiday, the Fantastic Four–related gifts they received, and how Shane doesn’t recognize a single old-school celebrity — despite this issue being packed with them — before diving into a bizarre story involving Hollywood movie studios, fake film shoots, very real monsters, and Namor’s most unhinged plan yet to eliminate the Fantastic Four and claim...

In the midst of a chaotic holiday season, the boys discuss what topics they'd like to cover in 2026 and a deep dive into Fantastic Four Vol. 2 #6 — where everything old is new again, but how does it measure up against the original run?

Nate and Shane sit down with acclaimed One World Under Doom cover artist Ben Harvey and discuss Doctor Doom, his Fantastic Four influences, the realities of cover art, and what it takes to break into the comics industry.

Diablo returns, the elemental monsters attack NYC, and pure Fantastic Four problem-solving . Plus: more Shane based appliance disasters!

What does Shane’s microwave catching fire and the questionable decisions of the boys' youth have in common? Find out as we dive into Human Torch #2 — where Johnny Storm’s past mistakes come back to haunt him!

Join the boys as they go panel-by-panel through the debuts of Alicia Masters and the Puppet Master, complete with identity hijinks, a prison riot, and romance!

Shane admits defeat to his comic backlog, Nate talks Extra Life charity, and we revisit our favorite podcast moments so far — all before diving back into the Heroes Reborn era, featuring Doctor Doom, the Black Panther, Wyatt Wingfoot, and a massive cosmic twist.

Can the Fantastic Four survive against the plastoid menace that has invaded the North Pole? Find out as Nate and Shane continue their examination of John Byrne's opening storyarc as writer of the fabulous foursome in this, the stunning conclusion!

Johnny Storm takes center stage as the boys look back at the opening arc of his early 2000's solo series. Plus, Shane's daughter embraces comics!

In yet another Lee and Kirby adventure, the Fabulous FF find themselves taken captive by the extraterrestrial Kurrgo! And much like Kurrgo, watch as Shane takes control of this week's show and starts ordering Nate around like he's his boss or something. Also, what is a participation trophy? Inquiring minds want to know.

It's our Halloween Spooktacular as we look back at the time Reed Richards and Johnny Storm opened a Hellmouth (Ghostmouth?) under dear Aunt Petunia's farmhouse! We would be remiss if we didn't give a big shout out to you, our loyal listeners, who made all the wonderful suggestions on the topic issue for this episode. Happy Halloween!

We continue to revisit Heroes Reborn with the reintroduction of T'challa, the Black Panther! Plus, Shane faces his greatest foes: His own favorite sports teams!

Byrne it down!  Nate and Shane take a look at the first issue of Fantastic Four written and penciled by John Byrne.  Plus, the boys address their recent hiatus and Nate discloses what his dream job would be in the Marvel Universe.

We're back from our hiatus and wrapping up the 2001 miniseries from Grant Morrison and Jae Lee! Recorded just after Labor Day, Nate battles through overtime based exhaustion as Shane tussles with aches and pains, but will both be able to survive the mind bending conclusion to this reality warping tale?

It's the super villain team up that started it all as the mighty Sub-Mariner aligns with the diabolic Doctor Doom in a bid to eliminate the fabulous Fantastic Four! We would also like to issue an upfront apology regarding this episode as we experienced quite a few technical difficulties that we were not quite able to fully circumnavigate in our editing phase. We will do our best to prevent further...

The boys wrap up Jim Lee and Brandon Choi's initial arc of their relaunch of the World's Greatest Comic Magazine. Does team Wildstorm stick the landing? Plus, Nate versus bears!

Shane plunges into despair as Johnny Storm plunges into Subterranea in the penultimate issue of Morrsion and Lee's FF miniseries. Nate's fine though, thanks for asking. Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

SPOILERS AHEAD! Nate and Shane discuss their very different opinions regarding the latest film outing of our fabulous foursome, as well as their choice in collectible popcorn buckets! Plus, Shane's Gettysburg and ballpark adventures and Nate's San Diego vacation! Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

Curse you, Richards! Nate and Shane cover the debut of the Fantastic Four's arch nemesis, but does it hold up?  And what popcorn buckets will the boys get for their collection coming out of the new Fantastic Four: First Steps film? Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

The Mole Man! SHIELD! Namor! Giganto! Nate and Shane continue to explore Jim Lee's 1996 reboot of the FF and find that they're having one heck of a first day on the job! Plus,the fellas discuss their reactions to the new Superman film!

Double the Things equals double the fun and double the trouble as Nate and Shane dive into the 50th issue of Marvel Two-In-One by John Byrne! Plus, hear about all the depressing board games Shane likes to play! Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

Nate and Shane return to cover the second issue of Grant Morrison and Jae Lee's miniseries, but one burning question still lingers: Will Shane actually start to enjoy this series? Also, is "shipping" a term that the kids still use these days? Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

With James Gunn's new Superman film releasing this week, Nate and Shane break down the time that the Man of Steel teamed up with Marvel's First Family to confront Galactus and the Cyborg Superman in a story by Dan Jurgens! Plus, remembering the late, great Jim Shooter and how the boys spent Independence Day. Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com

Shane is sleep deprived and Nate's had too much sleep, but both of them can agree on one thing: Namor is a jerk! The prince of Atlantis makes his triumphant return to the silver age of comics in this issue. Plus, how Shane broke his nose and "Who is the Hulk?" Reach out via email at: fan4fancast@gmail.com