The Secret Origins of Mint Condition: Comics, Movies, TV, Sports, Gaming and more

In this episode of the podcast, James, Joe, and Chris put their flight rings on and talk about The Legion of Super-Heroes. To guide them on this trip into the future, they are joined by returning guest and Legion superfan, Jack Adrien. They talk about all things Legion of Superheroes, Jack and Joe tell us why they love this book, discuss the characters, speculate as to why it isn’t more popular, a...

In this episode, James, Joe and guest Keith Break Bad by talking all things about Break Bad. They talk about favorite characters, was Walt always a “bad guy”, the rouges gallery of Breaking Bad villains, favorite moments on the show and more. WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD! If you haven’ watched Breaking Bad then wait before listening to this episode. Also as a bonus part added to the end of this episode...

In this episode, we share our thoughts on Obi-Wan Kenobi with friend of the show and regular guest, Josh Bernhard. We each discuss our overall thoughts and then discuss specific points and ideas of the show. SPOILER ALERT! We talk about everything in the show, so if you haven't watched Obi-Wan yet, wait before you listen. But after you finish watching, you should definitely come back and listen! 0...

This Bonus Pod Edition is an episode from our cousin podcast Trash Compactor where they talk about Obi Wan Kenobi Episode 6. We are releasing this episode in our feed as a lead into our upcoming episode wrapping up Obi Wan Kenobi with friend of the show and regular guest Josh Bernhard.  If you enjoy this episode and you haven't already, go check out Trash Compactor: https://podcasts.apple.com...

In this episode we crossover with Jason and Arco from Movie Challenge ACCEPTED! to tackle Spider-Man: Now Way Home and Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness. We cover the differences in these movies, where they work and where they don't, what is the future of the MCU, are these movies just about moments, how important it is to pick the right actor for these parts and much more. WARNING...

To get ready for the upcoming crossover episode with the podcast Movie Challenge Accepted about Spider-Man: No Way Home and Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, we wanted to release this episode from Movie Challenge Accepted about Spider-Man: No Way Home.  After listening to this episode please checkout Arco and Jason's other episodes using this link:  https://podcasts.apple.com...

In this episode of the podcast, we welcome a special guest, friend of the show, and longtime customer of Mint Condition: Rich Kranjac. We talk all about what got him into comics, monsters, and music, what some of his favorite comic covers and artists are, how he found the store, why he started collecting CCG comics, what he is collecting now, and much more. (Phew! We covered so much ground!) 00:00...

In this episode we remember the legendary artist, Tim Sale, we talk about our thoughts when we learned of his passing, what his work meant to us, and we talk about the work he has left behind. We would love it if you would share your thoughts about Tim Sale in the comments section of this posting. Or please feel free to email us at  secrectoriginsmc@gmail.com . 00:00 We start the episode...

Welcome to another sports "short!" Joe and Chris take to the Secret Origins sports desk to talk about the MLB, PBA, and NHL. Joe starts by talking specifically and the Yankees and Mets before done a league rundown. Joe and Chris also discuss sportsmanship and running up scores in baseball. Then Joe wraps up the traditional PBA season for us. Finally, Chris shares a couple of positive moves in the...

In this episode of the Star Trek Reaction Show Edition, James, Josh, John, Joe and special guest Jack talk all about the season finale of Strange New Worlds " A Quality of Mercy". We give our thoughts and opinions on how the story reflected "The Balance of Terror", the new Jim Kirk, the uniform that older Pike was wearing, is it jarring to watch SNW and then watch TOS,  we rate the season and...

In this episode, we cover a big part of pop culture with a discussion on music. We talk about the role music played in our lives growing up, how we use in daily lives, and what are our favorite songs and artists. 00:00 James introduces the topic of music and the episode kicks off with us talking about our early memories of music. 11:30 We talk about when we play music and use music throughout our...

In this Star Trek Reaction show edition, the crew of James, Joe, John and Josh talk about Strange New Worlds episodes 8 "The Elysian Kingdom" and episode 9 "All Those Who Wander". They get into all their thoughts about the each episode including, was episode 8 the weakest episode of the season, do we care that The Gorn have been reimagined, the loss of Hemmer, do we want to see more Original Serie...

This episode is the one we've all been waiting for! The TRUE secret origin of Mint Condition is revealed with our very special guests, original owners of the store, Joan and John Gross! We learn about why they started the store, how they got it going, what made them continue after the fire on Main St., how Mrs. Gross found the sport of hockey, how much they loved and missed their customers, a...

In this Sports Edition, Chris and Joe talk about the recent Yankee’s/ Astro’s game, how MLB MVP’s are considered, the MLB in general, how dangerous the Mets are this season, Joe gives an around the league update, an NBA update with Joe giving an epic rant about Kyrie Irving and the Nets, NHL Stanley Cup playoffs update, NHL end of the season awards and more. 

In this episode, it’s a Marvel MCU 2-in-1 where we discuss the Moon Knight series and the first two episodes of Ms. Marvel. Of course, we also get into other upcoming MCU projects. Joining us in this episode is returning guest, Adrienne Garofalo. Please note that we discuss all things about the episodes and series, so:  SPOILER WARNING! Also in this episode we answer recent Facebook questions...

In this episode, James, Joe and Chris talk about the animated series, Young Justice. If you have been a fan of the podcast so far, then you will possibly recall Chris’s love for Young Justice while Joe was not such a fan. This is the episode wherein we have a conversation about Chris’ love for the show and Joe’s lack of love for the show. Does Chris get Joe to change his opinion? Listen to the epi...

In this reaction show edition, we talk about all the in's and out's of Strange New Worlds episode 6 "Lift Us Where Suffering Can Not Reach" and episode 7 "The Serene Squall". Like all our reaction shows the episodes serve as a jumping off point to talk all things Star Trek including: Is Sybok really bad?, Did the Majalis have to build a machine that feeds off a single child?, How does the Federati...

In this episode, we talk about a big part of Mint Condition: Collectable Card Games (CCG). We share our memories about getting into gaming at Mint, the different card games we played, the type of social group it created at the store, and the conversation also leads to other thoughts about collecting and life in general. We also finally answered a listener question from Sean McNally that was posted...

In this Sports Edition, Chris and Joe talk about the rollercoaster that the NY Rangers were on, give thoughts on the rest of the NHL Playoffs, discuss the NY Yankees and Mets, the possibility of a Subway Series, some NFL news and more. 

In this episode, we welcome special guest Michael Jan Friedman! He is the author of over 50 novels that cover the Star Trek Franchise, the Marvel Universe, Aliens, Predator, Universal Monsters and more. In addition he has written comics for the Star Trek Universe and the DC Universe, including creating his own characters Darkstars. He is currently promoting his newest creative collaboration Phenom...

In this Star Trek Reaction Show Edition, we dive into Strange New Worlds episode 4 "Memento Mori" and episode 5 "Spock Amok". We talk about how great the show has been so far, the diversity in genre story telling, the type of Captain Pike is verses other Star Trek Captains, how they handled the body swap troupe with a new spin, gatekeeping culture in fandom, representing diversity the right way in...

In this Sports Edition episode, Joe and Chris take over the Sports Desk to talk all about the NHL playoffs, NY baseball, some PBA news and much much more.  As always if you enjoy this episode please share your thoughts on the Facebook Group Secret Origins of Mint Condition, in addition we would appreciate you rating and leaving a review of the show wherever you listen and you can also e-mail...

In this episode of the podcast, we welcome returning guest Adrienne Garofalo to talk about all things CW/Arrowverse. We get into why these shows work, what our favorite parts or characters are, and how what they are doing on these shows is not always perfect, but is true comic book storytelling. Warning: We go into spoilers for many of the CW/Arrowverse shows. Additionally, this was recorded...

In this episode, the crew of James, John, Josh and Joe dive into episodes 2 and 3 of Strange New Worlds “Children of the Comet” and “Ghosts of Illyria”. Some things discussed are Uhura’s character development, Number 1’s revelation, the new characters on the show and the fleshing out of existing characters, Captain Pikes ultimate fate, can you watch this show and the original series seamlessly, an...

In this episode, we honor and remember the recently passed comic book legends Neal Adams and George Perez. We talk about how we felt about their body of work, their impacts on the industry, and some of our favorite stories and characters these legends created. We would love to know your memories and favorite works from Neal and George, so please write them in the comments section. If you’re intere...