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A somewhat weekly podcast where host Michael Bailey somehow tries to justify his love for comic books and especially super-heroes. Sometimes he is joined by his co-host the Irredeemable Shag, sometimes he is joined by one of his friends and sometimes he is all by his lonesome In any case this usua…

Michael Bailey


    • May 30, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 589 EPISODES

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    The Michael Bailey's Views From The Longbox podcast is a must-listen for any comic book fan looking for engaging and insightful discussions about the world of comics. With Michael Bailey as the host, listeners are treated to his extensive knowledge, witty commentary, and passionate love for the medium. This podcast provides a much-needed outlet for those who may not have many friends to discuss geeky topics with.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Michael Bailey himself. His expertise in comics is evident, and he effortlessly delves into various topics with ease. Whether he is discussing new releases or diving into the history of older comics, his passion and enthusiasm shine through. He has an easygoing delivery style that makes him relatable and enjoyable to listen to. Additionally, he often includes personal anecdotes and memories, further illustrating the power that comics hold over fans.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the variety of topics covered. Michael Bailey covers anything and everything related to comics, ensuring that there is something for everyone. From discussing current storylines and character arcs to examining classic issues from decades ago, there is always something interesting to delve into on Views From The Longbox.

    While it may be difficult to find any major flaws in this podcast, one minor drawback could be that it may primarily appeal to long-time comic book fans rather than newcomers. However, even for those unfamiliar with certain characters or storylines, the show remains accessible due to Michael's ability to provide context and background information.

    In conclusion, The Michael Bailey's Views From The Longbox podcast is an exceptional source of entertainment and information for comic book enthusiasts. With Michael Bailey at the helm, listeners can expect engaging discussions filled with insight, humor, and personal experiences that truly capture the essence of being a fan in the world of comics. Whether you are a lifelong reader or just starting your journey into this captivating medium, this podcast is a must-listen that will leave you eagerly anticipating each new episode.



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    Episode 276 - Are Comics Dying?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024


    Andy Leyland stops by to discuss the state of our fandom. How do we feel about contemporary comics? Are they dying? What about the movie and television series? And what are Andy and I reading? All of these questions and more will be answered through the course of the episode.

    Episode 275 - The Ultimates Talk With Andy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022


    Andy Leyland stops by to discuss the first and second ULTIMATES series from Marvel Comics. We talk about the characters, the creators, it's place in pop culture, it's place in helping usher in the MCU, and more!

    Episode 274 - Merry Marvel MARCHing Society 2021 Acts of Vengeance: Captain America

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021


    Views is taking part in the first ever Merry Marvel MARCHing Society crossover by presenting the second of two episodes covering some of the crossover issues of ACTS OF VENGEANCE! This time out I talk about three issues of CAPTAIN AMERICA with Jarrod, Delvin, and Jason from The Longbox Crusade!

    Episode 273 - Merry Marvel MARCHing Society 2021 Acts of Vengeance: Moon Knight and The Incredible Hulk

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021


    Views is taking part in the first ever Merry Marvel MARCHing Society crossover by presenting the first of two episodes covering some of the crossover issues of ACTS OF VENGEANCE! This time out I talk about three issues of MARC SPECTOR: MOON KNIGHT and an issue of THE INCREDIBLE HULK! All of this and The Punisher too!

    Episode 272 - Tales From The Letters Pages

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2020


    I am joined by Paul Hix to talk about an element of comic books that is often overlooked. The letters page. We talk about why they were important to us as well as reading some of the letters that we got published in the books over the years.

    Episode 271 - 100 Bullets: First Shot, Last Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020


    I am joined by Professor Alan to talk about the first 100 Bullets trade paperback. We also get into the idea of a creator getting a "lifetime pass". It's all a lot of fun.

    Episode 270 - The Summer of 1990 Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020


    I am joined by Tom Panarese to talk about the memories we have of the summer of 1990. Specifically, the comics we read that summer. Lots of fun memories are discussed and we go on a few tangents. So, a pretty standard episode of Views.

    Episode 269: JLMAY 2020 - Countdown To Infinite Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020


    JLMAY 2020 BEGINS HERE! This time out I have jam packed episode filled with guests (The Irredeemable Shag, Mike Staley, Jon and Maggie Schaefer-Hames, Clinton Robison, and J David Weter) that have banded together from remote galaxies to discuss the Countdown to Infinite Crisis 80 Page Giant!

    Episode 269: JLMAY 2020 - Countdown To Infinite Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020


    JLMAY 2020 BEGINS HERE! This time out I have jam packed episode filled with guests (The Irredeemable Shag, Mike Staley, Jon and Maggie Schaefer-Hames, Clinton Robison, and J David Weter) that have banded together from remote galaxies to discuss the Countdown to Infinite Crisis 80 Page Giant!

    Episode 268: Semi-Retired

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019


    Andy Leyland drops by and we talk about the state of the union for us as comic book readers. We discuss our current feelings, what it's like to sell off part of your collection and even what a Stephen J Cannell universe would look like.

    Episode 268: Semi-Retired

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019


    Andy Leyland drops by and we talk about the state of the union for us as comic book readers. We discuss our current feelings, what it's like to sell off part of your collection and even what a Stephen J Cannell universe would look like.

    Episode 267: Justice League: Darkseid War

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019


    This time out I am joined by Stephen Lacey to discuss the final act of the New 52 Justice League, which includes Lex Luthor joining the League and...DARKSEID WAR!

    Episode 267: Justice League: Darkseid War

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019


    This time out I am joined by Stephen Lacey to discuss the final act of the New 52 Justice League, which includes Lex Luthor joining the League and...DARKSEID WAR!

    Episode 266: Anniversary Comics With Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2018


    This time out I am joined by Andy and Shag to talk about three super-hero anniversary issues! It's a year late. You expected this.

    Episode 266: Anniversary Comics With Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2018


    This time out I am joined by Andy and Shag to talk about three super-hero anniversary issues! It's a year late. You expected this.

    Episode 265: 10 Things In 10 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2018


    This time out I am joined by Big Honkin' Steve to talk about 10 things that have changed in the 10 years that I've been doing this show. It's a year late. You expected this.

    Episode 265: 10 Things In 10 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2018


    This time out I am joined by Big Honkin' Steve to talk about 10 things that have changed in the 10 years that I've been doing this show. It's a year late. You expected this.

    Episode 264: A Life In Fandom and a Sense of Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2018


    This time out I am joined by writer Bill Schelly to talk about his life in fandom and his book SENSE OF WONDER: MY LIFE IN COMICS FANDOM -- THE WHOLE STORY.

    Episode 264: A Life In Fandom and a Sense of Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2018


    This time out I am joined by writer Bill Schelly to talk about his life in fandom and his book SENSE OF WONDER: MY LIFE IN COMICS FANDOM -- THE WHOLE STORY.

    Episode 263: JL May 2017 Part 4: Justice #4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017


    Once again I am part of a podcasting crossover! JL MAY 2017 Part 4 happens here! I talk about Justice #4 and Superman and villains and all kinds of fun stuff!

    Episode 263: JL May 2017 Part 4: Justice #4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017


    Once again I am part of a podcasting crossover! JL MAY 2017 Part 4 happens here! I talk about Justice #4 and Superman and villains and all kinds of fun stuff!

    Episode 262: Golden Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2017


    Episode 262: Golden Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2017


    Episode 261: 1987 - The Greatest Year In Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017


    Episode 261: 1987 - The Greatest Year In Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017


    Episode 260 - Bat Villains Year One Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2017


    Andy Leyland stops by to look at the origins of Poison Ivy, Man-Bat, Riddler and Robin as told in the Batman Annuals!

    Episode 260 - Bat Villains Year One Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2017


    Andy Leyland stops by to look at the origins of Poison Ivy, Man-Bat, Riddler and Robin as told in the Batman Annuals!

    Episode 259 - Bat Villains Year One Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2017


    Andy Leyland stops by to look at the origins of Two-Face and Scarecrow as told in the Batman Annuals!

    Episode 259 - Bat Villains Year One Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2017


    Andy Leyland stops by to look at the origins of Two-Face and Scarecrow as told in the Batman Annuals!

    Episode 258 - Shazam: The New Beginning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2017


    J David Weter stops by to talk about the 1987 mini-series Shazam: The New Beginning!

    Episode 258 - Shazam: The New Beginning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2017


    J David Weter stops by to talk about the 1987 mini-series Shazam: The New Beginning!

    Episode 257 - Feedback 2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2017


    Episode 257 - Feedback 2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2017


    Episode 256 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2016


    This time out I conclude my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 256 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2016


    This time out I conclude my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 255 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2016


    This time out I continue my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 255 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2016


    This time out I continue my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 254 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2016


    This time out I continue my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 254 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2016


    This time out I continue my four part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 253 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2016


    This time out I kick off my three part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 253 - Legends...30 Years Later Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2016


    This time out I kick off my three part look at the DC Comics event LEGENDS with an all star cast of podcasting's finest!

    Episode 252 - Superman: President Lex

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2016


    This time out I talk about Superman's appearance on Supergirl and the Superman: President Lex trade with Andrew Leyland!

    Episode 252 - Superman: President Lex

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2016


    This time out I talk about Superman's appearance on Supergirl and the Superman: President Lex trade with Andrew Leyland!

    Episode 251 - X-Force: 25 Years Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2016


    Episode 251 - X-Force: 25 Years Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2016


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