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Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Marvel Star Wars Legends Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe.  This nineteenth episode is a re...

Happy New Year Kids! Angus reviews Morbius from Vampire Tales Issue #1 and uncovers the origins of the character in preparation for Morbius Week at the end of January as we celebrate the MCU debut of Morbius on the big screen.  Vampire Tales (1973-1975) #1 https://www.comixology.com/Vampire-Tales-1973-1975-1/digital-comic/609724 We hope you will join us for these reads and reviews during Morb...

JJ and Angus conclude their review of the mind bending work Promethea by Alan Moore. "There are 1000 comic books on the shelves that don't contain a philosophy lecture and one that does. Isn't there room for that one?" - Alan Moore Spend some time on the literary isle with them as they discuss the story, art, and overall impressions of this masterwork. Promethea: 20th Anniversary Deluxe Editi...

JJ and Angus review the mind bending work Promethea by Alan Moore.  "There are 1000 comic books on the shelves that don't contain a philosophy lecture and one that does. Isn't there room for that one?" - Alan Moore In support of this review JJ breaks down the 1990's independent creator driven comics movement that changed the industry in our comics archeology segment. Promethea: 20th Anni...

MERRY CHRISTMAS! Angus reviews the Marvel Holiday Special: 2005 "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santron" in celebration of the season. Marvel Holiday Special: 2005 https://www.comixology.com/Marvel-Holiday-Special-2005/digital-comic/4947 Leave a message via the anchor app at Kirby's Kids. www.anchor.fm/kirbyskids Join the Community Discussions https://mewe.com/join/kirbyskids Please join us down on the...

Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Marvel Star Wars Legends Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe.  This eighteenth episode is an a...

Welcome to Kudos Kirby, a comics journey into Jack Kirby’s lesser known works. Angus will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover those hidden gems from “The King of Comics” over 20,000 comic book pages! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. Please share your imp...

JJ and Angus review Danger Unlimited and discover this new superhero family that benefitted from John Byrne's earlier comic book experiences. After brief exposure to the Gunk our heroes escape, but it gives each of them superpowers that they use to fight for good as the original Danger Unlimited. In support of that effort JJ also breaks down the business of comic books and how the direct mark...

Welcome to Long STRANGE Trip, a journey into the publication history of Marvel’s Master of the Mystic Arts. Let's place the Eye of Agamotto on The Sorcerer Supreme himself, Doctor Stephen Strange. Broadcasting from his own Sanctum Sanctorum is our host Angus who will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover Doctor Strange's comics legacy. We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in...

JJ and Angus review the groundbreaking work The Red Star which showed how 3D could not only work but transform the comic book reading experience. In support of that effort JJ breaks down the process of making a comic book and how the digital revolution changed the industry in our comics archeology segment. The Red Star Vol. 1 https://www.comixology.com/The-Red-Star-Vol-1/digital-comic/155823...

Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Marvel Star Wars Legends Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe.  This seventeenth episode introd...

Angus provides a brief history of Archie Comics in celebration of our Holiday Graphic Novel Of The Month for December! Archie Christmas Classics https://www.comixology.com/Archie-Christmas-Classics/digital-comic/14846 The special holiday editions of Archie comic books have always been extremely popular with Archie fans of all ages, and this quintessential collection of favorite Christmas stories f...

Welcome to Kudos Kirby, a comics journey into Jack Kirby’s lesser known works. Angus will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover those hidden gems from “The King of Comics” over 20,000 comic book pages! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. Please share your imp...

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! Angus gives thanks for all our community members and listeners by conducting his annual digital comics services review. He is also joined by Comics Cowboy Troy who performs a dramatic reading of the 2022 Kirby's Kids Graphic Novel Reading List selections. Services Profiled: Amazon Prime Reading - https://www.amazon.com/b?node=15195197011 ComiXology - https://www.comixology.co...

Angus reviews Hawkeye Vol. 1: My Life As A Weapon in anticipation of and preparation for the Hawkeye Disney+ show premiere today: Hawkeye Vol. 1: My Life As A Weapon https://www.comixology.com/Hawkeye-Vol-1-My-Life-As-A-Weapon/digital-comic/42112 Collects Hawkeye #1-5 & Young Avengers Presents #6. Clint Barton - aka the self-made hero Hawkeye - fights for justice! With ex-Young Avenger Kate Bi...

Welcome to Long STRANGE Trip, a journey into the publication history of Marvel’s Master of the Mystic Arts. Let's place the Eye of Agamotto on The Sorcerer Supreme himself, Doctor Stephen Strange. Broadcasting from his own Sanctum Sanctorum is our host Angus who will be your guide through this monthly expedition to uncover Doctor Strange's comics legacy. We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in...

JJ and Angus review FABLES, the winner of 14 Eisner Awards and one of the most enduring Vertigo titles ever. Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. Fables Vol. 1: Legends in Exile https://www.comixology.com/Fables-Vol-1-Legends-in-Exile/digital-comic/48288 Leave a message via the anchor app at Kirby's Kids. www.anchor.fm/kirbyskids Joi...

Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Marvel Star Wars Legends Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe.  This sixteenth episode brings a...

Angus investigates the comic book origins of Hawkeye and reports on his first appearance in Tales Of Suspense and the story 'Hawkeye The Marksman!'. Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #57 https://www.comixology.com/Tales-of-Suspense-1959-1968-57/digital-comic/32564 Our "Kids Choice" Comic Book Character of The Month for November will be Hawkeye in anticipation of the Hawkeye Disney+ show premiere on No...

Angus concludes Eternals Week with an introduction to 2 new Eternals comic book issues (one a reprint of the original 1st issue by Kirby and the other an intro to the new Eternals series):    Eternals (1976-1978) #1: Facsimile Edition https://www.comixology.com/Eternals-1976-1978-1-Facsimile-Edition/digital-comic/806203 Eternals: Never Die, Never Win Edition (2021) #1 https://www.comixol...

In this episode JJ, Doc and Angus have a seat at the Kirby Mini-Roundtable and take on The Eternals.  They cover The Dreaming Celestial Saga in celebration of the Eternals joining the MCU! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. Eternals: The Dreaming Celestial Saga https://www.comixology.com/Eternals-The-Dreaming-Celestial-Saga/di...

In this episode JJ, Doc and Angus have a seat at the Kirby Mini-Roundtable and take on The Eternals.  They cover The Dreaming Celestial Saga in celebration of the Eternals joining the MCU! Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. Eternals: The Dreaming Celestial Saga https://www.comixology.com/Eternals-The-Dreaming-Celestial-Saga/di...

Doc and Angus review the foundational horror comics series Tales From The Crypt Vol. 1. This series would inspire generations of creatives in comics, TV, film, art, and literature. Please drop us a message on the anchor app or send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com. The EC Archives: Tales from the Crypt Vol. 1 https://www.comixology.com/The-EC-Archives-Tales-from-the-Crypt-Vol-1/di...

Doc and Angus conclude the exploration with the comic book roots of MARVEL's Jack O'Lantern in celebration of Halloween Horror Month: The Comic Book Character Of The Month for Halloween Horror Month is: Jack O’Lantern MARVEL Machine Man (1978-1981) #19 https://www.comixology.com/Machine-Man-1978-1981-19/digital-comic/405510 Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man (1976-1998) #56 https://www.comix...

Doc and Angus explore the comic book roots of DC's Jack O'Lantern in celebration of Halloween Horror Month: The Comic Book Character Of The Month for Halloween Horror Month is: Jack O’Lantern DC Super Friends (1976-1981) Issues  #8 ,  #37 ,  #40 , &  #44 https://www.comixology.com/Super-Friends-1976-1981/comics-series/142934 Leave a message via the anchor app at Kirby's Kid...