Funny Book Forensics

They retell Iron Man's origin in this one. Greg and Dan analyze whether or not this was a good idea. Tony Stark ponders his past life. In the end this one seemed like a file issue but here we are waiting for the Demon in a Bottle storyline to continue.  *Warning*  if you read this issue there will be artistic depictions of people that you may find offensive.  Correction: I promise I will say Carmi...

Dan and Greg are back after a bit of a hiatus!  We are off and running back into “Demon in a Bottle” with Iron Man 121 from 1979! Why does Greg think Iron Man is invisible? How do those wings work on Namor’s ankles!? We riff on the book, Indiana’s questionable history, GI Joe, and lots of other nonsense in this fun podcast. Correction: Oops, Roxxon Energy/Oil’s first appeared in Captain America 14...

Dan and Greg are ready for everyone’s favorite Iron Playboy! We review Iron Man 120, the start of the famous “Demon in a Bottle” storyline. What we didn’t know is that we would be reviewing a comic that has a direct tie-in with Wakanda Forever. Join us for a another fun podcast. Creative Team: Writers: David Michelinie & Bob Layton, Penciller: John Romita Jr., Inker: Bob Layton, Cover: Bob Lay...

Dan and Greg review Jon Dexter’s Alpha Dogs 1, 2, and 3 .  Its a fun mystery story that opens with dog on a beach and ends with… Wait we don’t know yet! When do we get issue 4!  Follow along with us as we find out why Ina’s dogs Buck and Cyrus are so important. Greg has some issues with time and Dan is just here for this one. These are fun books and this is another fun review. Creative Team: Creat...

Dan and Greg are done with the New Teen Titans Drug Books after we review the 3rd one sponsored by IBM and others.  We critique the story and the drug war in this fun discussion. Trust me you will learn something about the drug war you have never heard before. Creative Team: Writers: Marv Wolfman & Joe Cavalieri, Penciller: Adrian Gonzales, Inker: Joe Giella & R. Villigran, Letterer: Ben O...

This week we are really sorry for ourselves. We review the second Drug Awareness Campaign New Teen Titans issue. This time Wally West protects the Protectors friend from drugs but does a really bad job. Can the Teen Titans stop the evil drug lords and save their friend?  You will find out!  Join us as we analyze the pop culture and cultural implications of this issue. —Doesn’t that Protector look...

We are sorry!  Dan and Greg spend the day critiquing the first New Teen Titans Drug book sponsored by Keebler. Its bad, really bad but bad is what we do best.  Get a glimpse of the Nancy Reagan war on drugs with this must read once (or let us read it for you) from 1983. We pull no punches in this one. There is even a special appearance by the Macho/Squacho Man. Creative Team: Writer: Marv Wolfman,...

Greg and Dan finish up the 1970s Drugs in Comics stories with Spiderman 98.  This is a fun one, we dig into some of the implications of drug issues and read a fun book. How did Peter know where Harry was in the hospital?  With that question we should get a No Prize! Finally, we answer the most important question: What was Greg for Halloween?  Creative Team: Writer: Stan Lee, Penciller Gil Kane, In...

Greg and Dan continue the drugs in comics series with Amazing Spider-Man 97.  This time Harry Osborne may be in some trouble with pills! What will happen to Harry? Will the Goblin expose Spidey’s identity? Is Spidey’s Jui Jitsu game on point?  Find out on this episode of funny book forensics! Creative Team: Writer: Stan Lee, Penciller Gil Kane, Inkers Frank Giacoia and John Romita, Sr., Letter Sam...

Its here, Greg and Dan finally review Amazing Spider-Man 96. Why was this issue so scary that the CCA would not put their stamp on it? Find out in a fun episode. Creative Team: Writer: Stan Lee, Penciller Gil Kane, Inker John Romita, Sr., Letter Artie Simek, Editor Stan Lee Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/funnybook4n6 https://www.instagram.com/funnybook4n6/ https://www.facebook.com/...

Wait, there was a drug issue the Comics Code Authority approved about one year before the Spiderman Issues. Welcome to the back-up story in Action Comic 378, a Tale of the Legion of Super-Heroes. Jim Shooter authored a short story where one of the Legionnaires copes with pain killer addiction. In this episode Dan nerds out about the LSH. Perhaps he knows more about LSH history then he should. You...

A few hits later and Dan and Greg are back to Green Lantern 86 the 2nd half of the drug issues. Will Speedy survive his detox and who are the evil drug peddlers? Tune in to find out! We told you the history was coming and did it. We get into Vietnam Drug policy, the War on Drugs, and the book’s place in it. You won’t want to miss this one so check it out! Read more about both the Spider-Man and Gr...

Its time for Dan and Greg to take on Drugs. We dive into our support for Richard Nixon’s drug war…. Wait! We won’t do that but we will review the classic Green Lantern 85 and 86 the first two comic book issues in the bronze era to mention heroin by name that had the comics code authority stamp. We chose these two to honor the late great Artist Neal Adams and the late writer Denny O’Neil.  Of cours...

Dan finally stopped crying long enough to post this one. Dan and Greg remember Neil Adams and George Perez, ’nuff said’. Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/funnybook4n6 https://www.instagram.com/funnybook4n6/ https://www.facebook.com/FunnyBookForensics Greg: https://twitter.com/ThatAmazingTwit https://www.instagram.com/thatamazingtwit Dan: https://twitter.com/DanSchabot

It is the end for Nathaniel Dusk! Will he survive the rat poison and get revenge on the mob? Find out as Dan and Greg wrap up the 4 issue series. Creative Team: Writer: Don McGregor Artist: Gene Colan Cover: Gene Golan and Dick Giordano Letter: John Constanza Color: Tom Ziuko Editor: Alan Gold Read Nathaniel Dusk #4 (1984) DC Universe Infinite  ;  Amazon/Comixology Follow us on social media: https...

Dan defeats American Airlines, Biscoff Cookies, and the dentist to join Greg to find out what Nathaniel Dusk is up to in Issue 3! Will Nathaniel survive his battles with gangsters on Trains and Boats? Join us as the mystery begins to unfold. Creative Team: Writer: Don McGregor Artist: Gene Colan Cover: Gene Golan and Dick Giordano Letter: John Constanza Color: Tom Ziuko Editor: Alan Gold Read Nath...

Will Nathaniel Dusk survive the fall? Of course he will! Find out what depth Cadaver and Loud Mouth will sink to in there attempt to knock off our favorite P.I. We also poke more fun at the ads in the book, a Battle Field Earth reference shows up, and we discuss elevated trains! Join us for another fun episode! Creative Team: Writer: Don McGregor Artist: Gene Colan Cover: Gene Golan and Bob Smith...

Dan and Greg venture back to the 1930s to visit with Nathaniel Dusk! We follow the P.I. on his gritty adventure. We also dig into the top comics of 1984, the art of Gene Colan, and make fun of the ads in the book.  You can’t miss this episode as we dive back into classic comics! Creative Team: Writer: Don McGregor Artist: Gene Colan Letter: John Constanza Color: Tom Ziuko Editor: Alan Gold Read Na...

Dan and Greg deconstruct C.R.I.T. #4 from Homebrewed Heroes! We have a cliffhanger! Why did they leave the Wizard alone outside? Where is Semedi? Well we are hooked and we think you will be too. Creative Team: Christopher Michael, Brad Haynes, Terreyl Wilkins, Austin Ferguson, Obie Dancey, Drew Collins, Christiano Cruz, Ryan Kidd, and Natalie Sahloff. Covers: Mo Lubisan, Nestor Redulla Jr, Matthew...

Dan and Greg adventure on into C.R.I.T. 2 and 3 from Homebrewed Heroes! The heroes continue to track down the Legion with their new ally Semedi the drunk poetic cat. Remember Never Split Up! Creative Team: Christopher Michael, Michael Brad Haynes, Terreyl Wilkins, Austin Ferguson, Obie Dancey, Drew Collins, and Rachel Waifu. Covers: Mo Lubisan, Cristiano Cruz, Read  C.R.I.T. #2 and C.R.I.T. #3 Bac...

Dan and Greg role lots of 1s while reviewing C.R.I.T. #1 from Homebrewed Heroes! Lets hope Bolder, Caliber, Specter, and Reach are more successful at defeating the Legion Gang then Dan and Greg are at talking. Join us while we follow the gang on their gaming adventure! Creative Team: Christopher Michale, Michael Brad Haynes, Terreyl Wilkins, Austin Ferguson, Obie Dancey, Drew Collins, and Rachel W...

Scooby and the Gang face off against a Vampire! Greg and Dan mention lots of Vampires, talk about Super Stores, discuss how to be nice at work, and of course review Scooby Apocalypse #4. Scooby Apocalypse #4: Writers: J.M. DeMatteis and Keith Giffen; Art: Howard Porter; Colors: Hi-Fi; Cover: Jim Lee and Alex Sinclair; Read the book on Comixology  or  DC Infinite. Follow us on social media: https:/...

Scooby and the Gang keep exploring the Apocalypse scape while Greg and Dan gush over the ability of the creative team to incorporate a flashbacks into the story. They talk about scared dogs, Ebay, and 1994 DC Comics card sets! Our one fan will enjoy the fun! Scooby Apocalypse #3: Writers: J.M. DeMatteis and Keith Giffen; Art: Dale Easglesham and Howard Porter; Colors: Hi-Fi; Cover: Alex Sinclair;...

Greg and Dan review Prez issue 1 from 1973. We cover a lot including the 26th amendment to the U.S. constitution, tricky Dick Nixon, and portrayals of Native Americans in Comics. This is the first episode of a series where we will cover all four issues of Prez. So, “Cool it Man” be “Radical” and join in to support “Prez Power.”   Read along: Prez Collection on Comixology Prez #1 on DC Universe Wri...

Scooby  the gang and nano mutants! This is a fun episode where we gush over the story and Howard Porter’s art. We also discuss plotting, layouts, and Keith Giffen’s writing style. Join us for more Scooby fun with Scooby Apocalypse #2 Scooby Apocalypse #1: Writers: J.M. DeMatteis and Keith Giffen; Art: Howard Porter; Colors: Hi-Fi; Cover: Jim Lee and Alex Sinclair; Ready the book on  Comixology  or...