Bros Foes and Heroes

In this week's episode, Zach and Mike dive deep into one of the most emotional and beautifully crafted stories in Fantastic Four history, “This Man, This Monster” from issue 51 (1966), written by Stan Lee with art by Jack Kirby. Zach kicks off a month of gratitude by focusing on creators he's thankful for, starting with The King himself, Jack Kirby. Together, the guys explore how this story captures everything that makes Kirby timeless. Along the way, they talk about Kirby's incredible artistic process, the humanity behind Ben Grimm, and the kind of storytelling that could only come from the man who helped shape the Marvel Universe. There's laughter, deep appreciation, and just enough chaos to keep it classic Bros, Foes, and Heroes. Fantastic Four Issue 51 "This Man...This Monster!" Writer: Stan Lee Penciler: Jack Kirby Inker: Joe Sinnott Letterer: Artie Simek #jackkirby #fantasticfour #marvel #marvelcomics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesandheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Zach and Mike sit down with comic book writer T.S. Luther to talk about his upcoming series The Digger. a four-issue pulp thriller about what might happen if Indiana Jones hunted Short Round. T.S. opens up about walking away from a soul-crushing corporate job to chase his dream of writing comics, how collaboration with artist Sam Gudilin turned one wild pitch into a full series, and why making comics is always a labor of love. It's a funny, honest, and inspiring look at the realities of indie comics, from cold-pitching publishers to finding creative partners who make your stories better. The Digger hits shops January 14, 2026, and final orders are due December 1, 2025. Ask your local comic shop to preorder it today through Invader Comics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Casper isn't so friendly this time. For our Halloween special, Zach and Mike dig up a 1954 Harvey Comics story where Casper takes mean pills, torments his ghost roommates, and possibly commits light cartoon manslaughter. From Doctor Gooseflesh to ghost tar & feathers, this is one of the strangest, funniest Golden Age comics we've ever covered. Plus: Baby Huey's diaper issues, Hot Stuff's possible Christmas special, and the dark truth about ghost milk. Comic Covered: Casper the Friendly Ghost Issue 22 (Harvey Comics, 1954) Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more fun! #casper #halloweenspecial #goldenagecomics #brosfoesandheroes #casperthefriendlyghost #comicpodcast #spookyseason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue with our spooky season coverage by taking a look at Superman Issue 344 from February of 1980. What happens when Superman has to battle not one but two famous monsters? Sit down, kick your feet up, and let Zach and Mike tell you all out this zany adventure! Superman Issue 344 (DC Comics, 1980) "The Monsters Among Us!" Writer(s) -Paul Levitz & Len Wein Penciler - Curt Swan Inker - Frank Chiaramonte Colorist - Glynis Oliver Letterer - Ben Oda Editor(s) Julius Schwartz & E. Nelson Bridwell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Justice League can handle aliens, monsters, and gods… but what about magic? This week, Zach and Mike dive into the spooky side of DC Comics with Justice League Dark (Vol. 1), the New 52 series that brought together Constantine, Zatanna, Deadman, and more to fight threats too weird for Superman and Batman to handle. Expect chaos, confusion, Constantine comparisons, and Mike's eternal hatred for Robin, plus a preview of next episode's Halloween crossover where Superman faces Frankenstein and Dracula. Comic Covered: Justice League Dark Vol. 1 (Issues 1-6, by Peter Milligan & Mikel Janin) Hosts: Zach & Mike Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Everywhere You Get Your Shows New Episodes Every Monday & Wednesday Spooky Season Finale Week! #dccomics #justiceleaguedark #constantine #zatanna #comicpodcast #brosfoesandheroes #spookyseason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloween season hits Bros, Foes & Heroes as Zach and Mike dive into some of the wildest horror comics ever printed and somehow manage to record the whole thing shoulder-to-shoulder in Mike's office. This episode covers three gloriously strange horror anthology stories: A 1954 couple who get tired of waiting for dinner… and start eating themselves (Weird Mysteries Issue 9) A world of microscopic people facing an 8:30 p.m. “appointment” with x-rays (Witches Tales Issue 25) And a 1970 vampire Santa Claus story that ends with the real Santa showing up for revenge (Web of Horror Issue 3) Plus, there's plenty of off-the-rails banter about sandwiches, movie posters, and the true meaning of “Spooky Ass Comics.” A perfect mix of old-school horror, bad morals, and Halloween chaos. #halloween #comics #spookyseason #comicbooks #brosfoesheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, World's Finest Wednesday gets spooky as Zach and Mike cover the first-ever issue of Superman's Girlfriend, Lois Lane and the completely unhinged story “The Witch of Metropolis.” When Lois breaks a mirror in front of a portrait of “Mad Molly,” she's cursed to turn into a witch every night for seven years. Cue flying brooms, hexed bullets, jealous scoops, and Superman secretly making all her spells come true just to protect her feelings. It's a Golden Age fever dream featuring old-age serum fumes, magic incantations, and maybe the most convoluted explanation Superman's ever given. Plus, the guys dive into vintage DC ads, including mail-order axes, patriotic mottoes, and the inexplicable Rex the Wonder Dog. Spooky Season continues on Bros, Foes, and Heroes! #superman #loislane #dccomics #dc #goldenagecomics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #spookyseason #WorldsFinestWednesday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spooky Season begins! This week, Zach and Mike dive into one of Marvel's strangest horror stories, "Hellcow!" from Giant-Size Man-Thing Issue 5 (1975, Marvel Comics). Written by Steve Gerber with art by Frank Brunner, this bizarre tale follows Howard as he faces off against a 300-year-old vampire cow named Bessie… a creature created when Dracula got thirsty and no humans would let him in. Along the way, we talk swamp monsters, wet superheroes, Steve Gerber's battle with Marvel, and how Hellcow somehow survived to later team up with Deadpool. It's absurd, educational, and the perfect way to kick off October on Bros, Foes, and Heroes. Come for the vampire cow. Stay for the comic chaos. #howardtheduck #Hellcow #marvelcomics #marvel #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #spookyseason #deadpool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the moment you've all been waiting to experience. Mike and Zach rank the Robins as the culmination of our Red Hot Rockin' Robin Summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and Mike close out Rockin' Robin Summer with the powerful conclusion to Juni Ba's The Boy Wonder. a mythic, emotional story that redefines Damian Wayne's place in the Bat-Family. This week covers issues four and five, following Damian's brutal showdown with Ra's al Ghul, his fractured bond with Talia, and a descent into the underworld that forces him to face the ghosts of his past...literally. Along the way, we see Batman throw hands, Ra's lose centuries of cool, and Damian finally understand what it means to be a Robin. It's a big, emotional wrap-up to The Boy Wonder and the end of an incredible Robin run for Bros, Foes, and Heroes. Next stop: Spooky Season on Bros, Foes, and Heroes! #batman #robin #damianwayne #rasalghul #dc #TheBoyWonder #dccomics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #juniba #taliaalghul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Zach and Mike dive into The Boy Wonder by Juni Ba. A stunning, storybook-style retelling of Damian Wayne's journey as Robin. This modern fable explores what Damian can learn from the Robin's before him and his battle overcoming his own demons. The guys break down the art, the themes, and the family dynamics that make this book a modern classic — all while keeping the laughs coming. #batman #robin #damianwayne #TheBoyWonder #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #JuniBa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Batman is still reeling from Jason Todd's death and Two-Face has him right where he wants him. But a new kid named Tim Drake refuses to let the Dark Knight spiral any further. In this episode, Zach and Mike cover the final chapters of A Lonely Place of Dying (New Titans Issue 61 & Batman Issue 442). Nightwing and Batman reluctantly reunite, Two-Face sets one last deadly trap, and Tim steps into the Robin costume for the very first time. Along the way, we talk exploding upside-down houses, Alfred proving he's a badass, Robin's questionable workout routine, and whether Batman actually needs a partner—or just therapy. By the end, one thing's clear: a new Robin has arrived. #batman #robin #timdrake #twoface #nightwing #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fallout from A Death in the Family continues as Batman spirals without a partner—until a new kid named Tim Drake steps in. In this episode, Zach and Mike cover Batman Issues 440 and 441 as well as New Titans Issue 60 (1989), In Part One of our look at A Lonely Place of Dying. We dive into Batman's grief over Jason Todd, Nightwing's return, Two-Face flipping out (literally), and Tim Drake's shocking claim: “I know Bruce Wayne's Batman… and I know He needs a Robin.” Along the way, we roast some very 1980s comic panels, and debate whether Batman really should be letting another teenager into the tights so soon. #batman #robin #timdrake #nightwing #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #ALonelyPlaceOfDying Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This World's Finest Wednesday takes us back to More Fun Comics Issue 73 (1941), the very first appearance of Green Arrow and Speedy. In The Case of the Namesake Murders, Oliver Queen and Roy Harper face off against a killer targeting members of a history club—murdering them the same way their famous namesakes died. Abraham Lincoln, Achilles, Socrates… nobody's safe. There are electrified rugs, a criminal getaway on stilts, and a whole lot of the Arrowplane (Which is a Car). But that's not all! We also look at Adventure Comics Issue 241 (1957) and the one (and only) appearance of the mysterious Queen Arrow. She's a sleepwalking superfan who collects Ollie's arrows, dresses up in costume, and nearly outshines the Emerald Archer. #greenarrow #oliverqueen #MoreFunComics #dccomics #dc #goldenagecomics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Green Arrow is back from the dead. We dive into Kevin Smith's Green Arrow: Quiver, the story that resurrected Oliver Queen and redefined him for the modern era. From Hal Jordan's help to Mia Dearden's debut, plus some of the strangest supernatural twists in Star City—you don't want to miss this one. Subscribe for more comic deep dives, both legendary and ridiculous. #greenarrow #oliverqueen #kevinsmith #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #quiver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's World's Finest Wednesday takes us back to 1955 with one of the strangest Batman stories ever told: “Batman, Junior and Robin, Senior” from Detective Comics Issue 218 (DC Comics). When a mad scientist's “youth and age gas” turns Batman into a reckless kid and Robin into the responsible adult, Gotham gets the Reverse Dynamic Duo—and chaos ensues. Zach and Mike break down the story panel by panel: youth gas, old gas, dogs getting de-aged into puppies, Batman forgetting who he is, Robin taking charge, and the immortal line, “You shouldn't be squirting your gas around so freely.” It's classic Golden Age weirdness, complete with wind machines saving stampeding horses and Batman identifying a bad guy by his ears. "Batman, Junior and Robin, Senior" Writer: Bill Finger Penciler: Sheldon Moldoff Inker: Stan Kaye Editor: Jack Schiff Part of our ongoing Rockin' Robin Summer series! #batman #robin #dccomics #dc #goldenagecomics #comicbookpodcast #comicbookhistory #dynamicduo #BrosFoesHeroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's one of the most infamous Batman stories ever told: A Death in the Family (1988). Zach and Mike dive into the four-part saga where Jason Todd, the second Robin, went toe-to-toe with the Joker…and fans literally voted whether he would live or die. We break down the story beat by beat: Jason's search for his real mother, Joker's wild plan to sell a cruise missile in the Middle East, Ayatollah Khomeini making Joker a U.N. ambassador, Superman sucking up poison gas with “vacuum breath,” and of course—the brutal crowbar scene that sealed Jason's fate. Along the way, we cover the behind-the-scenes history of the 900-number call-in vote, Jim Starlin's dislike of Robin, and how close Jason actually came to surviving (spoiler: just 72 votes). It's comic book history, comedy, and chaos—the BFH way. Part of Our Rockin' Robin Summer. #batman #jasontodd #robin #joker #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #comicbookhistory #brosfoesheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rockin' Robin Summer continues with the second Boy Wonder himself—Jason Todd. Before he was the Robin fans voted to kill, Jason had some bizarre beginnings. Zach walks Mike through his Pre-Crisis origin as a circus kid in “The Flying Todds” (complete with a Guy Gardner haircut), his parents' murder at the hands of Killer Croc, his awkward time living with Bruce Wayne, and the ridiculous custody battle where the villainess Nocturna tried to adopt him. We also cover Jason's Post-Crisis reboot, where he's introduced stealing the tires off the Batmobile, his hotheaded edge compared to Dick Grayson, and the shocking moment where Robin maybe (definitely) straight-up murdered a guy. It's the messy, chaotic journey of Jason Todd. From knockoff Dick Grayson to the most controversial Robin of all time. #jasontodd #robin #batman #dccomics #dc #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #deathinthefamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rockin' Robin Summer continues with another World's Finest Wednesday! This week, Zach takes Mike back to Star-Spangled Comics #82 (1948) for the bizarre Golden Age story “The Boy Who Hated Robin.” Robin decides Gotham's kids need more than busted fire hydrants and pool halls—so he opens his very own summer camp. From fisticuffs with Petey Downs, to moral lessons about stealing ham, to cabins that pop up in a week, this camp has it all.It's a weird, hilarious dive into one of Robin's silliest stories, complete with questionable detective skills, pixie boots, and plenty of Mike roasting along the way. Part of our ongoing Rockin' Robin Summer series! Star Spangled Comics Issue 82 (DC Comics, 1948) Robin: "The Boy Who Hated Robin" Penciler & Inker: Jim Mooney Editor: Jack Schiff #robin #batman #dccomics #dc #goldenagecomics #comics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the start of our Rockin' Robin Summer! Zach tries his best to convince Mike that Robin isn't useless by diving into one of the most acclaimed Boy Wonder stories: Robin: Year One. We cover Dick Grayson's early adventures as Batman's partner, his brutal run-in with Two-Face, his battles with Mad Hatter and Mr. Freeze, and the constant question...should a kid really be fighting Gotham's worst criminals in pixie boots? Expect deep dives into the story, plenty of Alfred wisdom, Mike's ongoing Robin skepticism, and of course, lots of jokes about pants (or the lack thereof). Robin: Year One (DC Comics, 2000–2001) Writers: Chuck Dixon & Scott Beatty Artists: Javier Pulido & Marcos Martín Subscribe for more comic deep dives, both legendary and ridiculous. #robin #batman #dccomics #dc #superhero #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #twoface #dynamicduo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Bros, Foes, & Heroes, Zach and Mike break down Peacemaker's first appearance in Charlton Comics, his bizarre “Peace Palace,” his stockpile of weapons he was never supposed to use, and his showdown with the evil Emil Bork (yes, Bork). Along the way, we cover how DC later reimagined him in the '80s, why Alan Moore almost turned him into the Comedian in Watchmen, and how he evolved into the helmet-wearing anti-hero we know today. Subscribe for more deep dives into comic book history. #Peacemaker #DCComics #CharltonComics #ComicBookHistory #BrosFoesHeroes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peacemaker is back and he's still trying way too hard. In this episode of Bros, Foes & Heroes, Zach and Mike revisit one of their all-time favorite modern DC stories, Peacemaker Tries Hard! (DC Comics, 2023) from Kyle Starks, Steve Pugh, Jordie Bellaire, and Becca Carey. From awkward grocery store arguments and “muscle cake” recipes, to the world's weirdest team-ups with a talking gorilla, the Red Bee, and even a cocaine-powered supervillain, this Black Label series delivers nonstop chaos and heart. We break down the wildest moments, the surprisingly emotional beats, and why this comic perfectly captures everything ridiculous and lovable about Peacemaker. So grab your protein powder, put on your favorite helmet, and get ready for a second serving of Peacemaker's over-the-top misadventures—complete with dogs named Bruce Wayne, demolition crews, and one very questionable bunker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when Batman enters the cyberpunk future of 1990… via early-90s CGI? In this episode of Bros, Foes, and Heroes, Zach and Mike dive into the bizarre, ambitious, and wildly outdated world of Batman: Digital Justice — one of DC's earliest fully computer-generated graphic novels. We break down the story, the tech it was made on, the weird villains (Mob Lord! Madame X! A Joker virus!), and the overly enthusiastic teeth renders. From 8 megs of RAM and Tron-style Batmobiles to hoverboarding Robins, it's a wild ride through a digital Gotham like no other. Batman: Digital Justice ( DC Comics,1990) Story and Art: Pepe Moreno Dialog: Doug Murray Subscribe for more comic deep cuts, forgotten relics, and glorious disasters — every Monday and Wednesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's issue, Zach breaks down the strange origins of some early speedsters. First we take a look and the first Flash, Jay Garrick. Then a hero who got his powers from a Mongoose, The Whizzer. It's the Golden Age fun at it's finest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're wrapping up our return trip through one of the most beautifully told Supergirl stories ever — Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King and Bilquis Evely. In Part 2 (covering issues 5–8), Zach and Mike continue Kara's cosmic revenge quest, where things get darker, more dangerous, and surprisingly emotional. From poisoned skies to space pirates to final confrontations, we talk about why this book hits so hard, how it redefines Supergirl, and why it deserves to be a modern classic. See why this quickly became one of Zach's all-time favorite stories in comics. Originally published by DC Comics (2022) Writer: Tom King Penciler: Bilquis Evely Inker: Bilquis Evely Colorist: Mat Lopes Letterer: Clayton Cowles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're revisiting one of our all-time favorite modern DC stories: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King and Bilquis Evely. In Part 1 (covering issues 1–4), Zach and Mike break down the stunning, space-western journey of Kara Zor-El as she tries to enjoy her birthday in peace… only to get pulled into an interstellar quest for revenge with a sharp-tongued girl and a whole lot of emotional weight. We dive into the gorgeous art, the big character swings, and why this book made us both rethink how we see Supergirl. It's violent, poetic, heartbreaking — and a top-tier comic from start to finish. Originally published by DC Comics (2021) Writer: Tom King Penciler: Bilquis Evely Inker: Bilquis Evely Colorist: Mat Lopes Letterer: Clayton Cowles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the grand finale! In this week's episode of Bros, Foes & Heroes, we close out our deep dive into All-Star Superman with issues 10 through 12 — and it's all building toward one of the greatest endings in comic book history. Superman races against time as his body continues to break down, and Lex Luthor finally gets everything he ever wanted... or so he thinks. We unpack some of the series' most powerful and emotional moments — from the iconic "you are stronger than you think" scene to Superman's final act of selflessness. We also share our full thoughts on the series as a whole, how it ties into the new Superman movie, and why this might just be the perfect Superman story. Expect our usual mix of praise, chaos, jokes, and a whole lot of love for Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's masterpiece. All-Star Superman Issues 10 - 12 (DC Comics, 2008) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Bros, Foes & Heroes, we jump into Part 3 of our All-Star Superman deep dive, covering issues 7–9 — and things get wonderfully weird. We talk Bizarro world (and the lonely genius ZiBarro), Superman's DIY rocket escape, bizarre Justice League knock-offs, and what happens when two other Kryptonians show up and decide Earth needs a new management team (spoiler: it doesn't go well). Along the way, we get sidetracked on everything from the Superman movie's perfect “golly” moments to popcorn salt overload, James Gunn's Peacemaker, the future of DC movies, and the tragic downfall of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in our hearts. It's part myth, part Silver Age fever dream, part love letter to Superman — and all chaotic fun. Tune in as we build toward the final chapters of this classic run and gear up for the big Superman movie talk coming Wednesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Part 2 of our deep dive into All-Star Superman, where Morrison and Quitely crank up the heart, tension, and more silver age greatness. Today we cover Issues Four Thru Six, featuring: Jimmy Olsen's wild day as a super-powered Doomsday stand-in Clark Kent's interview with Lex Luthor on death row — complete with a prison riot Superman get's a real goodbye to Pa Kent. These issues help remind us why this series is a modern classic. All-Star Superman Issues 4–6 (2006–2007, DC Comics) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's finally here — we're starting our deep dive into one of the greatest Superman stories ever: All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely. In this first part, we cover Issues #1–3, where Superman receives a death sentence after flying too close to the sun, reveals his secret to Lois (with a birthday twist), and faces a time-traveling Samson and Atlas who show up to hit on his girlfriend. Yes… really. We dig into: Morrison's love letter to Silver Age weirdness and big sci-fi ideas Superman's final acts of kindness and ultimate humanity Why this series still influences Superman stories (and movies) today It's heartfelt, weird, epic, and beautiful — everything Superman should be. All-Star Superman Issues 1–3 (2005–2006, DC Comics) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before he was the genius billionaire bald villain we all love to hate, Lex Luthor was just a red-headed teen with a science lab... and a serious Superboy obsession. This week on World's Finest Wednesday, we go back to Adventure Comics Issue 271 — the 1960 Silver Age classic where Lex Luthor and Superboy start as best friends (yes, really), build science labs together, and then watch it all fall apart in the most petty, tragic way possible: Lex loses his hair and immediately vows eternal revenge. Adventure Comics Issue 271 (DC Comics, 1960) Superboy: "How Luthor Met Superboy!" Writer: Jerry Siegel Penciler: Al Plastino Inker: Al Plastino Editor: Mort Weisinger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you tell a story from the villain's point of view… Today, Zach and Mike dive into Lex Luthor: Man of Steel, the 2005 mini-series by Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo that flips the script on Superman's greatest enemy. We explore Lex as a genius, a philanthropist, and a man terrified by the idea of an all-powerful alien who calls himself a hero. Is Lex a true villain—or just the last human trying to keep us free from gods? We see why Nicholas Hoult read this book to prepare for his role in the upcoming Superman movie Come join us as we unpack one of the most fascinating character studies in DC Comics.

Aquaman puts together a crime-fighting squad of fish, birds, and one very busy seal in this absolutely unhinged Silver Age story from Adventure Comics Issue 264. This week on World's Finest Wednesday, Zach and Mike cover:

It's Zach's birthday, and we're celebrating by making Mike read the one thing he hates most: Aquaman. But not just any Aquaman—Stan Lee's 2001 reimagining from DC's Just Imagine series, where Aquaman is now...part Dolphin DNA? It's wet, it's wild, and somehow Stan Lee still couldn't make Mike care. Just Imagine...Stan Lee's Aquaman (DC Comics, 2002) Writer: Stan Lee Penciler: Scott McDaniel Inker: Klaus Janson Colorist: Guy Major Letterer: Bill Oakley Editor(s): Ivan Cohen & Mike Carlin New episodes every Monday and Wednesday Listen/Watch on Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your comic book chaos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's World's Finest Wednesday, and we're diving into the Silver Age origin of Metamorpho the Element Man. In The Brave and the Bold #57, you get: A millionaire who sends his daughter's boyfriend to Egypt just to get him cursed An ancient radioactive temple A guy who turns into living gas, stone, and whatever else the plot needs Zach and Mike break down the glorious nonsense of Rex Mason's origin and try to make sense of how he ended up as a hero. Learn a little about him before he shows up in the upcoming Superman movie. Listen on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your comic book chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With James Gunn's Superman movie on the way, Zach and Mike give a crash course on three of the lesser-known but totally badass characters confirmed to appear: The Engineer, Hawkgirl, and Mr. Terrific. From nanotech-powered liquid armor to reincarnated hawk warriors to the third smartest man in the DC Universe, we're breaking down comic book origins, powers, wild publication history, and what might carry over to the big screen. Plus: street gangs, math problems, reincarnation trauma, and why Mike is still processing Hawkman's entire deal. New episodes every Monday & Wednesday. Follow Bros, Foes, and Heroes wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a very special anniversary edition of Bros, Foes & Heroes! This week, Zach takes Mike back to where it all started—with the hilariously bizarre tale of Black Condor: a man raised by birds who somehow ends up flying, fighting crime, and serving as a U.S. Senator. We dive into his wild Golden Age origin, fight scenes with kite men, a tragic Father Pierre, questionable fashion choices, and a whole lot of “what were they thinking?” comic panels. It's chaotic, it's nostalgic, and it's very Bros, Foes & Heroes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Bros, Foes, and Heroes, we take a sharp turn into one of the darkest Spider-Man stories ever told: The Death of Jean DeWolff. In honor of the late, great Peter David — the writer behind this brutal and emotional arc — we dig into the moment where everything breaks: Spider-Man, Daredevil, the system… and the reader's expectations. This isn't just a whodunit. It's a street-level thriller with religious trauma, guilt, and a masked killer known as the Sin-Eater. We break down how this story flipped Spidey's usual tone on its head, gave Daredevil some of his best moments, and pushed Peter Parker to his absolute edge. The Spectacular Spider-Man Issues: 107–110 (1985–86, Marvel Comics) Writer: Peter David Artist: Rich Buckler Inkers: Brett Breeding, Josef Rubinstein Letterer: Rick Parker Colorist: Bob Sharen Editor: Jim Owsley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Bros, Foes, and Heroes, Zach and Mike celebrate Memorial Day the only way they know how — by diving into the most over-the-top patriotic superheroes in comic book history. From the guy literally raised by eagles… To the one who might actually be the flag… To the living embodiment of America itself… We break down the origins, costumes, powers, and gloriously weird moments that made these characters unforgettable — for better or worse. This episode has propaganda, explosions, and at least one eagle-related backstory. Happy Memorial Day, comic-style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week on Bros, Foes, and Heroes, Zach and Mike take a look at one of the wildest “What ifs” in comic book history: Just Imagine: Stan Lee's Batman. What happens when the co-creator of the Marvel Universe rewrites DC's Dark Knight from scratch? You get Wayne Williams — a wrestler, revenge-driven vigilante in a bat-suit who might also be a celebrity cereal mascot. We dig into the redesign, the origin story, and the wild choices that make this version of Batman feel unmistakably like Stan's. Just Imagine: Stan Lee's Batman (DC Comics, 2001) Writer: Stan Lee Penciler: Joe Kubert Inker: Joe Kubert Colorist: Sibin Slavković Letterer: Bill Oakley Editor: Ivan Cohen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices