Let‘s Read Spider-Man Podcast

Episode 227.  James B and Eddie discuss three Web of Spider-Man books and then cover a bonus book from 1976 and play a four minute game, all in under 20 minutes. Galloping Guacamole!   (02:45) From January of 1987  Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 22 “Profit of Doom” written by Len Kaminski, Penciled by Marc Silvestri, Ink by Art Nichols.    (03:49) From February of 1987 Stan Lee presents Web o...

Episode 226.  James B and Eddie discuss whether Peter will quit being Spider-Man, whether Hammerhead is really dead this time and what he would choose when he goes out to eat.  Plus, a villain kills a cop and MJ has no boundaries.   (01:33) From January of 1987 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 284 “And Who Will Stand Against Them?” by DeFalco, Owsley, Ferez, Breeding and Rubenstein   (07:2...

Episode 225.  James B and Eddie celebrate another milestone episode number by checking in with Spider-Man's foe the Kingpin as he wreaks havoc on Matt Murdock in this classic storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Betsy Beatty.  Most Sound effects and...

Episode 224.  James B and Eddie discuss Jazz Musicians from the 1920’s, Peter’s female neighbors and if Gloria Grant is a time traveler.   Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Ace  II.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat....

Episode 223.  James B and Eddie debate whether The Amazing Spider-Man 169 & 170 are good books or just better than recent books   The JJJ photos plotline is resolved.  Should lasers be “deadly” is discussed.  Eddie shares his knowledge on psychedelic mind control studies. (01:46) From October, November and December of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 19, 20, and 21 “Humbug!”, “Little W...

Episode 222.  James B and Eddie debate if Jack O’Lantern is a real villain or a joke.  JJJ hires the X-Men to hunt Spider-man.  Iron Man travels back in time to kill a kid! James B shares a candy story and Eddie makes his New Year’s Resolution   (02:25) From October of 1986 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 281 “When Warriors Clash–!” Written by Tom Defalco, layouts by Ron Frenz, pencils an...

Episode 221.  James B and Eddie cover three books and two actually have Spider-Man in them. Can you have a good Spider-Man book without Spider-Man?  Listen to the debate and choose a side!  Oh yeah, and it’s Christmas isn’t it?   (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Another Brick in the Wall     (03:11) From July of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 116 “102 Uses for a Dead Cat” by...

Episode 220.  James B and Eddie read a quartet of Web of Spider-Man books including a New Mutants crossover, a pie stealing thief and a girl living behind a brick wall.  Curious what we are talking about?  So are we… I mean, read on!   Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Cannonball..  Most Sound ef...

Episode 219.  James B and Eddie discuss Flash’s relationship with Betty.  Eddie enjoys a book without Spider-Man in it. Eddie celebrates a new super villain group and James B remenices about The Toad and Ollie Osnick.     (01:18) From July of 1986 Stan Lee presents ASM 278 “If This Be Justice–” Written by Tom Defalco, Peter David and Jo Duffy, Pencils by Mike Harris, Ink by Vince Colletta      (04...

Episode 218.  James B and Eddie discuss three books with dark themes. Eddie is disturbed by the themes but later Dr. Strange appears and Eddie isn’t disturbed.  The golden notebook makes another appearance. Aunt May’s borders get into more situations.       (01:24)  From April of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker The Spectacular Spider-Man 113 “mayhem!” By Peter David Bob Mcleod    (06:55) From...

Episode 217.  James B and Eddie read about Spider-Man spending time saving a criminal instead of apprehending him.  The gold notebook plotline is resolved and is Joy Mercado going to replace MJ as Peter’s love interest?   Listen to find out! (01:32) From May, June, July of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 14-16 “All that Glitters”, “Fox Hunt”, and “Underworld” written by Daivid Michelinie,...

Episode 216.  James B and Eddie discuss who is sanding furniture on the rooftop of Peter's building, how bad James B is at Chess and how bad the covers spoil what happens in the books.  All that and more in three books from 1986 from the flagship title.   (01:17) From April of 1986 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 275 “The Choice and the Challenge!” Written by Tom Defalco, penciled by Ron...

Episode 215.  James B and Eddie discuss three books, including one of the best issues of Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man of all time.  Santa Claus comes to Midtown.  A new girl kisses Peter. (01:58) From January of 1986 Stan Lee presents Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-man 110 “All my Sins remembered” By Peter David, Rich Buckler and Inked by M. Hands.  (08:26) From February of 1986 St...

Episode 214.  James B and Eddie debate whether Spider-Man is a menace, JJJ is a bully, and whether Peter’s apartment caught on fire or just suffered smoke damage. (01:26) From Feb, March, and April of 1986 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 11,12 and 13 “Have you seen that Vigilante Man”, “Law and Order”, and “Point of View”, Written by Danny Fingeroth, Bill Mantlo, and Peter David Art by Bob Mcl...

Episode 213.  James B and Eddie dive deep into the Tom DeFalco era.  Eddie discusses the historical crime rates of New York.  Spider-Man is offered cash to fight the Beyonder.   (02:24) From January of 1986 Stan Lee presents ASM 272 “Make Way for Slyde!” written by Tom DeFalco, Penciled by Sal Buscema, Finished by Kyle Baker      (08:23) From February of 1986 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-M...

Episode 212.  James B and Eddie complain about Daredevil not wanting to get involved during the continuing four partt saga The Death of Jean DeWolff.  Spider-Man learns how Captain DeWolff felt about him and feels emotions.  Eddie too has “real emotional thoughts” as we read about a bunch of funerals and more murders including the death of a priest in this pair of Peter Parker The Spectacular Spid...

Episode 211.  James B and Eddie read a trio of Web of Spider-Man issues dealing with serious social issues, the past, and some heavy topics.   Also the Shocker.   (01:25) From November of 1985 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 8, 9, 10 “Local SuperHero!”, “The Twilight Heroes”, and “There, But for Fortune!” Written by David Michelinie and Danny Fingeroth, Pencils by Geof Sherwood Jim Mooney, Ink...

Episode 210.  James B and Eddie read what they believe is the first Spider-Man issue produced by an all female lineup.   (03:14) From November of 1985 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-Man 270 “The Hero and the Holocaust!” by Tom Defalco, Ron Frenz and Bob Mcleod   (05:41) From December of 1985 Stan Lee presents The Amazing Spider-man 271 “What happened to Crusher Hogan?” by DeFalco, Renz and R...

Episode 209.  James B and Eddie discuss a Michael Jackson look alike, Janet Van Dyne in lingerie and part one of the death of Jean DeWolff   (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Just Thinking About It Fills My Pallet With Savage Desire   (01:52) From Oct 1985 Stan Lee Presents Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man  Annual 5 “Ace” by David, Beachum and Rubenstein   (06:15) From July of 1985 Stan Lee presents...

Episode 208.  James B and Eddie are joined by Sara Pezel to discuss breakfast foods for guests, breakfast foods served by Pizza places and insults from old people.   (02:15) From Sept of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 268 “This Gold is Mine” by DeFalco, Ferenz and Rubenstein   (06:56) From Oct of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 269 “Burn Spider Burn” by DeFalco, Ferenz...

Episode 207.  James B and Eddie discuss Spider-Man’s encounter with The Beyonder, The Kingpin, Doctor Octopus and a villain named Nightmare in this second podcast for the 1985 Web of Spider-Man spin-off that replaced Marvel Team-Up.   Segments in this episode include:   The Villains, Spider-Man, The Daily Bugle, Mary Jane, Aunt May, Live from the Daily Bugle and The Most Shocking Moment.   Theme M...

Episode 206.  James B and Eddie discuss three books including one with an important new character, one of James B’s favorite issues of The Amazing Spider-Man and one book that Eddie doesn’t care for.  Prepare for controversy in this episode of Let’s Read Spider-Man.   (01:03) From June of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 265 “Trade Secret” by DeFalco, Ferenz and Rubenstein   https://r...

Episode 205.  James B and Eddie debate how Gwen Stacy died.   Eddie learns something about the Spider-Sense.   A returning villain turns himself in.   (00:27) PPPPN Sponsor - Jake Jones Wedding Photog Podcast   (02:10) From April of 1985 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM 101 “Echos” by Cary Burkett, Juan Alacantara and Jack Abel     (05:52) From May of 1985 Stan Lee presents PPtSSM 102 “A life for a life!”...

Episode 204. James B and Eddie look for villains in The Amazing Spider-Man 262, 263 and 264.  Discussions include the best way to eat Spinach, how the writers should handle the birth of Liz’s baby and Eddie’s success or failure with his attempt to use his excited voice.   (02:12) From March of 1985 Stan Lee Presents The Amazing Spider-Man 262 “Trade Secret” by Bob Layton and Carlos Garzon   https:...

Episode 203.  James B and Eddie have a new book title and a new show format as they cover 1985 Web of Spider-Man issues 1-3.   Segments in this episode include:   Writing and Drawing for Web of Spider-Man 1 - 3, The Villains, Spider-Man, The Daily Bugle, Mary Jane, Aunt May, What Did Spider-Man Do, Live from the Daily Bugle and The Most Shocking Moment.     Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Epi...