Ten Cent Takes

This week on the pod, we're diving into Star Wars: Visionaries — the wild, imaginative anthology crafted by the concept artists behind Episode III! From alternate Sith origins to Wookiee warlords, this collection redefines what Star Wars could be. Tune in for deep cuts and bold takes from a galaxy far, far away! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttake...

For this week's Dollar Bin Discoveries, we're celebrating May the Fourth by diving into some classic Star Wars gems from Dark Horse Comics! Jessika checks out the mechanical mayhem of Droids #1, while Mike gets into the hilarious chaos of Tag & Bink Are Dead #1!    ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@g...

This week, we're diving headfirst into the frozen chaos of Marvel's 1980s Iceman miniseries — where familiar faces meet absolutely unhinged storylines. Time travel? Demonic dimensions? Daddy issues?? Bobby Drake’s got it all.  ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Instagram:  @Tencenttakes Facebook...

This week on Dollar Bin Discoveries, it’s All That Glitters—Mike dives into the chrome-covered chaos of Fantastic Four #375, while Jessika uncovers the shimmering secrets of The Books of Faerie #1. Prismatic foil, glam, and questionable fashion choices await! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com I...

We're diving into the New Teen Titans anti-drug PSAs from the height of Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No" crusade. These comics are just like the campaign: well-meaning, wildly over-the-top, and completely out of touch with the actual issue.   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Instagram:  @Tencentta...

This week on Dollar Bin Discoveries, we’re exploring the oddly religious side of comics! Mike checks out Divine Right: Preview Issue, a high-tech supernatural thriller that blends mysticism with modern tech, while Jessika dives into the satirical Giant Sized Santos Sisters #1. Tune in for our thoughts on these unique finds and why they’re worth adding to your comic collection!  ----more---- For th...

This week, we dive into Absolution by Peter Milligan & Mike Deodato Jr. — a dark satire set in a dystopian future where a former assassin plays the ultimate game of survival by streaming her kills.   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencenttakes Instagram:  @Tencenttakes Faceboo...

This week on Dollar Bin Discoveries, we’re going wild with Awesome Animals! Jessika tackles the surreal fantasy Wicked Chicken Queen, while Mike claws through Wolverine: Global Jeopardy. Tune in for fowl play, furry friends, and the unexpected power of a chicken queen! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@g...

This week, we're diving into Dragon Chiang, a gritty comic about a Chinese communist trucker navigating the Iron Road from China to America in a dystopian near-future. With intense action and an intriguing world in the background, this book surprised us at how much more we were left wanting. ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .  ...

This week on Dollar Bin Discoveries, we’re celebrating "Girl Power" with two amazing comic picks! Mike explores the wild 1970s antics of Supergirl Vol. 1 #3, while Jessika dives into the modern adventures of Betsy Braddock: Captain Britain #1. ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencen...

Today, we're taking a wild ride with Warrior Nun Areala vs Razor, a 90s comic that’s as over-the-top as the Bad Girl art movement itself. With gratuitous action, exaggerated characters, and the completely random bonus of a polybagged CD soundtrack, this is all about style over substance.    ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .  ...

This week on Dollar Bin Discoveries, we’re digging into "Dangerous Dinos"! Mike uncovers Dino-Riders #2 from Marvel, while Jessika roars into the past with Roarin' 20s World's Fair—two wild finds from the dollar bins you won’t want to miss! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencentta...

Today we're diving into the world of Occult Crimes Taskforce – a comic series co-written by the amazing Rosario Dawson. A supernatural police procedural that feels like it was made for television, the series left us with a lot of thoughts.   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencentt...

This week’s Dollar Bin Discoveries theme is Four-Color Fantasies, with Mike exploring Tales of the Realm #1 and Jessika diving into the 1980s Sectaurs #1. Tune in for some epic sword-and-sorcery (and insect warrior) action!   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencenttakes Instagram: ...

We’re swinging into Ape Nation, the bananas crossover between Planet of the Apes and Alien Nation—two prolific sci-fi universes collide in this wild miniseries! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencenttakes Instagram:  @Tencenttakes Facebook:  /Tencenttakes Mastodon:  retro.pizza/@t...

In the latest Dollar Bin Discoveries, we dive into the world of high-tech thrillers—where gadgets meet edge-of-your-seat action! Tune in for some wild, underrated gems that’ll have you questioning what’s real and what’s just a glitch. Jessika found Shatter -the first mainstream comic entirely created on a computer– while Mike picked up The Amazing Spider-Man: Riot at Robotworld! ----more---- For t...

This week we're diving deep into the world of Fathom, the 1980s superhero comic from Comico!  Join us as we surf through character’s history, and discuss whether it was a splash hit! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencenttakes Instagram:  @Tencenttakes Facebook:  /Tencenttakes Mas...

It's time for a new episode of Dollar Bin Discoveries! This week's theme is "Hard-Boiled," which means it's time to get dark and edgy! Both of us snagged some very different comics, but each one is totally unhinged. Jessika checked out the satirical The Trouble With Girls, while Mike picked up Mack Bolan: The Executioner!   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www...

It's our 100th full-length episode! That means we're looking at and discussing some cool 100th issues from a couple of comic series  which are harder to find than you might expect– in between talking about our favorite moments of the show. We can't believe we've managed to reach this point, so thanks to all our friends and listeners for supporting us so far. Here's to another 100! ----more---- For...

We're checking out some heavenly bodies with our Dollar Bin Discoveries! This week's theme is "Femmes in Space", which led us to look at some out-of-this-world comics.  Mike picked up The Outer Space Babes and Jessika read Space Bandits! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gmail.com Twitter:  @Tencenttakes...

Merry Christmas, everyone! We're re-releasing an episode specifically focused on the holiday. Our look into the DC Super-Star Holiday Special has been one of our most popular deep dives since we released, and it's also one of our favorites. We'll be back on a regular release schedule next week with a new dollar bin discovery, Merry Christmas, everyone. ----more---- For the transcript of this episo...

This week we're diving into the spooky side of the season with a look at holiday horror comics! From twisted holiday tales to eerie creepy conspiracies we're unwrapping the dark side of the holidays with Some Strange Disturbances: A Cold Winter's Eve and The X-Files! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  tencenttakes@gma...

Ever wondered what happened when Marvel and Electronic Arts threw the rulebook out the window and introduced a whole new batch of imperfect villains?  This week, we're diving into Marvel Nemesis: The Imperfects, the comic series that brought us a cursed take on the Marvel Universe with some truly questionable character designs. ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https:/...

It's December, which means it's officially Holiday Season! We're kicking the new month off with some comics that teach us all the true meaning of Christmas: unhinged dollar bin comics! Mike found the Generation X Holiday Special and Jessika picked up the DCU Holiday Special 2010.  ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts .   Email:  te...

We're bringing back another Dollar BIn Discovery and looking a literal landshark: Sharkasaurus!  Jessika is taking us on a tour of the property's history, including the short film that inspired the graphic novel. Get ready for an epic battle between paleontologists, creationists, and a carnivorous cryptid! ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to  https://www.tencenttakes.com/...