First Read: Ultimate Spider-Man

Ultimate Spider-Man concludes as Peter Parker dies defending his friends and family. Thank you to Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Bagley, Mark Brooks, Stuart Immomen, David Lafuente, Bill Jemas, Justin Ponsor, Cory Petit, Art Thibert, and everyone else who had a hand in giving us this iconic run. We've loved every second of talking about it. Ultimate Spider-Man #159 & 160 Issue coverage begins...

The penultimate chapter of Ultimate Spider-Man's story. Peter intervenes in the battle between the Avengers and the Ultimates while the Sinister Six plan their final attack. Ultimate Spider-Man #157 & 158 and portions of Avengers vs New Ultimates #4 Issue coverage begins at 21:74

His dream job. His dream girl. A surprise party. An old friend returning. Peter Parker really has it all :) Ultimate Spider-Man #155 & 156 Issue coverage begins at 12:00

Peter begins his superhero training with Iron Man while Mysterio and Black Cat wreck Soho in their dispute over a MacGuffin. Ultimate Spider-Man #153 & 154 Issue coverage begins at 10:00

Our heroes confront Reed in this thrilling conclusion to the Ultimate Doomsday story Ultimate Doom #3 & 4 Issue coverage begins at 10:13

Reed Richards muses about finding or creating a perfect world. I wonder if that concept will ever be brought up again... Ultimate Doom # 1 & 2 Issue coverage begins at 19:10

The ULTIMATE MYSTERY is solved when the ULTIMATE ENEMY reveals himself. Will this spell ULTIMATE DOOM for our heroes? We also talk: Fauxchella 8 & becoming the #1 comic book podcast for midwest emo fans Mr. Beast Games Invincible War Daredevil Born Again Ultimate Mystery #3 & 4 Issue coverage begins at 11:15

Peter and Jessica team-up to investigate Roxxon. Rick Jones returns to Earth to fulfil his destiny. Someone is still one step ahead of our heroes. Ultimate Mystery #1 & 2 Issue coverage begins at 17:40

Gilroy the Terrible attacks the Parker house, Nick Fury confronts Carol Danvers, and The Thing gets his rocks off. Ultimate Enemy #3 & 4 Issue coverage begins at 12:10

Someone is targeting the super heroes. Who watches the Fantastic Four? Ultimate Enemy #1 & #2 Issue coverage begins at 18:10

Black Cat's history with The Kingpin puts her in conflict with Mysterio, Gwen Stacy and Peter have a much-needed conversation, and Iron Man misunderstands the meaning of "go pick up Peter Parker". Ultimate Spider-Man 151 & 152 Issue coverage begins at 13:40

We return with a vengeance to discuss jaw surgery, Family Guy, crypto, and our favorite web-slinger. Ultimate Spider-Man 15 & 150 Issue coverage begins at 21:10

In our last episode before the 2 month hiatus, we check in on the latest work from the Distinguished Competition. Let's just say it's Batman AF. Absolute Batman #1 & 2 Issue coverage begins at 27:26

Peter (the real one) comes face to face with his captors while Peter (the fake one) uses his great power irresponsibly. Ultimate Spider-Man 13 & 14 Issue coverage begins at 19:04

Peter gets replaced by an impersonator (who would have guessed?!). Zach & John discuss the 2024 US Presidential Election results and defend their title as the #1 political podcast for comic book fans. Ultimate Spider-Man 11 & 12 Issue coverage begins at 14:17

We look at a couple of standout issues for the girls. Jessica, Kitty, MJ, Gwen, and the Bombshells all shine. Also, Zach reads his Star Wars fanfic. Ultimate Spider-Man #9 & 10 (142 & 143) Issue coverage begins at 11:50

Rick Jones wakes up from a six month coma. Spider-Man, Iceman, and The Human Torch must help him uncover the origins of his newfound abilities. Ultimate Spider-Man #7 &8 (140 & 141) Issue coverage begins at 15:01

We finally learn the identity of the red-cloaked hero, and the Parker house gets a little bit fuller. Ultimate Spider-Man #5 & 6 (138 & 139) Issue coverage begins at 6:00

Mysterio (and Baby Billy) are causing problems. We laugh through the pain. Ultimate Spider-Man 3 & 4 (136 & 137) Issue coverage begins at 10:00

After the dust has settled, Peter has a new job, a new relationship, and new super-villains. Ultimate Spider-Man 1 & 2 (134 & 135) Issue coverage begins at 8:52

With Spider-Man missing in the aftermath of Ultimatum, a changed J Jonah Jameson begins work on the wall crawler's obituary. Ultimatum: Spider Man Requiem #1 & 2 Issue coverage begins at 8:50

Everyone dies. Ultimate Spider-Man 133 & Ultimatum 5 Issue coverage begins at 12:24

Peter faces supernatural foes at the ruins of Doctor Strange's house while the surviving members of The Ultimates and the X-Men launch their assault on Magneto. Ultimate Spider-Man #132 & Ultimatum #4 Issue coverage begins at 11:00

Ultimatum nonsense continues. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Hank Pym, our fallen friend. May his heroic sacrifice never be forgotten. Ultimate Spider-Man #131 & Ultimatum #3 Issue coverage begins at 15:54

Ultimatum plunges the world into chaos. You've never seen shock value like this in a Marvel Comic before or since! Ultimate Spider-Man #130 & Ultimatum 2 Issue coverage begins at 7:04