Views from the Back of the Class

Happy Star Wars Day, nerds!   Reddit Threads:   https://www.reddit.com/r/saltierthancrait/comments/n2zny5/what_got_you_into_star_wars_and_how_has_it/     https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWars/comments/n2zrsg/what_got_you_into_star_wars_and_how_has_the/       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

A discussion on things we just don't get from the nerd realm.   Homework: Josh - Kipo and the Age of the Wonderbeast (Netflix) JB - Godhood Comics (https://godhoodcomics.com/)     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Re-release from an earlier episode from the early days of the pandemic. An interview with photographer, cosplayer, visual storyteller, and jack of all trades, Jonathan Belle (IG: jonathanbelle, https://jonathanbelleofficial.com/), the Seattle Superman.   Homework: Josh - Bookies New & Used Books (https://www.bookiesbookstores.com/)   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

We're discussing Zack Snyder's Justice League.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Ahead of the release of the much clamored for Zack Snyder cut of Justice League we're rereleasing an earlier discussion about about the state of the DC... the DC... what's it going by nowadays? The DC film universe? Let's go with that...   Homework: Hardware by Milestone Media   Mary J. Blige Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuNyYY0cVsQ   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

A rerelease of an earlier episode (S2 E7) featuring an interview with the legendary comic artist and creator, Arvell Jones. In his career, he's done it all, worked with Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Milestone Media, consulted on the blockbuster Black Panther, and co-created Misty Knight of Luke Cage and Daughters of the Dragon fame. This interview is a must listen for anyone who enjoys the culture!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

What can be said about the 90's Fox Kid's Classic, Avengers: United They Stand? Listen to find out, but spoiler alert, it's good. This week we're joined by friend of the show, Carlton Worthington III.   If you enjoy the discussion or have time, we have a watchalong episode viewing the first two episodes of Avengers: United They Stand as an extra credit. It's currently streaming on Disney +. It is definitely recommended!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

We're watching Avengers Assemble Part 1 and 2, the first two episodes of 90's Fox Kid's Classic Avengers: United They Stand...  available for streaming on Disney+ and YouTube. Join us in this commentary episode that's meant to be played alongside the episodes.  Enjoy!     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

This week we're discussing our top five villains from all the nerd realm.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

We're talking about the return of Michael Keaton to the cowl and what it could mean to the DC film universe. We also discuss the streaming wars between Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, et al.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Despite delays, class is back in session and we're talking Wonder Woman 84. 'Nuff said.

A discussion about Comicsgate... Ugh.   Homework: JB - Short Fuse Media Group (https://www.shortfusemediagroup.com/) Josh - Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (Amazon Prime, Crackle, IMDB TV, others)     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

What do you prefer in movie/TV adaptions, original story lines or exact and faithful adaptions from the source material. We discuss the pros and cons of both and our opinions.       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Change my mind... We defend positions that we're naturally opposed to like Superman is a better hero than Batman and the Disney Star Wars trilogy is good.   Aspire - https://aspirechicago.com/ No Kid Hungry - https://www.nokidhungry.org/   Grant Imahara will be missed!   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

It's movie night in the classroom again and we're watching short films based on Milestone Comic's (DC imprint) Icon and Noble Join us! Icon:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5t_7GYAVzw Noble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlFn0nq5qXQ   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

A discussion about Ruby Rose's Batwoman exit and the much clamored for Snyder Cut of Justice League and it's implications. Homework: JB - Fast Color (available on Hulu and other streaming platforms) Josh - Nah. 'Nuff said IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

A discussion about nerd life after quarantine...   Homework: JB - X-Cutioner's Song (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-Cutioner%27s_Song) Josh - Vader Episode 1: Shards of the Past (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ey68aMOV9gc) IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

An interview with photographer, cosplayer, visual storyteller, and jack of all trades, Jonathan Belle (IG: jonathanbelle, https://jonathanbelleofficial.com/), the Seattle Superman.   Homework: Josh - Bookies New & Used Books (https://www.bookiesbookstores.com/)   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527  

It's movie night in the classroom and we're watching Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3! Join us in this commentary episode that's meant to be played alongside the movie. IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Quarantine... 'nuff said.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

And the Saga continues... PART TWO of our Star Wars Extravaganza! We're joined by special guests Kal and the Chat Pack crew and discuss Rogue One and Star Wars Episodes IV - VI... No Solo though. Special Shout out to Trevor, Paul, and Ben from the Chat Pack Podcast (https://chatpacklive.weebly.com/), check out their weekly podcast on your preferred podcatcher.    IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

PART ONE of our Star Wars Extravaganza! Join us, along with special guest, Kal, as we look back and discuss Episodes I - III. The good, the bad, and everything in-between... Special Shout out to special-special guests, Meg and Jen, from the Indoorswomen podcast which is available on all streaming platforms. CHECK THEM OUT, fantastic and entertaining content and discussions @ http://indoorswomen.libsyn.com.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

What are some of your favorite or most iconic scenes from animated super hero shows? Are they from Batman The Animated Series? Spider-Man? Some other show like SWAT Kats? This week, JB and Josh reminisce over the most impactful scenes and storylines and discuss why they still resonate today.  IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Are the Marvel films that we know and love cinema? Are they good for Hollywood or the film industry? Martin Scorsese and Jennifer Aniston don't seem to think so, so you know we had to say our peace.   Homework - Josh: Wild Bullets Thanksgiving and Wild Bullets Christmas by Greg Wright JB: Icon fan film trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqxmG8rEIJs   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Back for a third time, View From the Back of the Class. Your bi-weekly podcast where we discuss all things of the nerd culture. Join us this week as we talk about the interesting things going on with DC comics on the smaller screen.   Homework X-Men: House of X series If you enjoy our show, be sure to check out the Chat Pack Podcast! IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Welcome back, nerds. This week we're discussing the modern day relevancy of everyone's favorite mutants, the X-Men    Homework Josh - Uncanny X-Men: The Hunt for Xavier, The Magneto War and any 90's era comics JB -  Giant Sized X-Men #1 X-Men: Deadly Genesis X-Men: House of X If you enjoy our show, be sure to check out the Indoorswomen Podcast! IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527   See you in two weeks, nerds!

We are back and so sorry for the delay!!! This episode we're joined by another guest and friend of the podcast and discuss Nerd News and our thoughts and Spider-Man: Far From Home.   Homework:   Josh:     The Kinetic Series by Y comics http://www.ycomics.net/       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Twitter: @theothernword Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

This week we're joined in the classroom by Ian from the Vibes and Stuff podcast and we're discussing Avengers: Endgame... Redux! The casting of Robert Pattinson as the Cape Crusader and the controversy surrounding the CW's Batwoman. The Vibes and Stuff podcast is available on all major platforms, check them out, nerds!   Homework:   Ian:   Pete Rock - Return of the SP1200   Blu & Exile - True & Living and Below The Heavens   Weldon Irvine - Time Capsule   People Under the Stairs - Sincerely, the P     JB:    The Impact of Milestone Comics and the Necessity of Its Revival - Antravis Bryant   https://comicbookdebate.com/2019/05/22/the-impact-of-milestone-and-the-necessity-of-its-revival/     Josh:   Comicbookgirl19   X-Men Epic History: Volume 1, The 60s Era:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvWDjHWgNgc&app=desktop       IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Email: viewspod@gmail.com Phone: 312-521-0527

Welcome back, nerds... this week we're briefly talking about Game of Thrones (even though we don't watch) and are joined by a very, very, special guest: Mr. Arvell Jones! Be sure to tune into this one...   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Email:viewspod@gmail.com

We're back talking Avenger's Endgame... 'Nuff Said.   IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Email: viewspod@gmail.com

Avengers Endgame is finally here! Hear our final thoughts on what could be as we head out to see this ourselves. Enjoy the movie, avoid the spoilers!   Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email at viewspod@gmail.com

We’re back in the classroom with you nerds to discuss Avenger’s Endgame, nerd news, and a special assignment: Star Wars.   Homework (Highly Recommend): Kwame Hightower: and the Man with No Name (vol 1) by David K. Gorden (Available at: https://www.amazon.com/Kwame-Hightower-Man-No-Name/dp/1985669994)   How to Avoid Endgame Spoilers: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/avengers-endgame-leaked-footage-how-you-can-avoid-spoilers-online/

I heard a rumor... that this episode talks about the New Mutants movie, what's in store with the WB, and the new Netflix show, The Umbrella Academy.   Homework #1: The Umbrella Academy graphic novels or TV Show Homework# 2: The Runaways on Hulu, Season 2       Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com       The Dude abides, nerds!

Back after an illness induced hiatus, Josh and JB are back to talk about the state of the DC... the DC... what's it going by nowadays? The DC film universe? Let's go with that...       Homework: Hardware by Milestone Media             Mary J. Blige Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuNyYY0cVsQ             Follow us on IG@ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us @ viewspod@gmail.com .

On this minisode we discuss the highly anticipated movie, Captain Marvel.

And the speculation continues... join us this week as we discuss recent news surround Disney Plus and what the MCU may look like after the Disney/FOX acquisition is completed.         Homework: MCUTV @ smasters.net         Follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com    

Class is back in session and the nerds are back!   In our inaugural season two episode, JB and Josh speculate over potential plot line from Avengers: Endgame.      Don't forgot to follow us on IG @ viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod or via email at viewspod@gmail.com   Happy listening, nerds!

This minisode is about the man and legend, Stan Lee (1922 - 2018). 'Nuff Said.     IG: viewsfromthebackoftheclass_pod Gmail: viewspod@gmail.com

Greetings, nerds! Join us this week as we conclude our discussion on Batman's psychology.     Homework: The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened? - Documentary ToolBox - graphic novel by Kyle Gnepper and Kristen Gudsnuk     Special thanks to the illustrator George Reeder aka REVGR33 on Instragram for his input and the inspiration his artwork provided for this episode. Check him out on IG at REVGR33.   Follow us on IG at VIEWSPOD or emal us at viewspod@gmail.com

Greetings, nerds! Join us this week as we discuss season two of (the recently cancelled) Iron Fist, speculate on the drama surround Henry Cavill and the WB/DCEU, and we take a look at the psyche of the Batman.   Special thanks to the illustrator George Reeder aka REVGR33 on Instragram for his input and the inspiration his artwork provided for this episode. Check him out on IG at REVGR33.   Follow us on IG at VIEWSPOD or emal us at viewspod@gmail.com  

So much to talk about, so little time... Join us this week as we speculate over Rian Johnson's future with LucasFilm and the Star Wars franchise, talk more about DC's upcoming streaming service, and talk about the highly anticipated Captain Marvel movie.      Homework: Identity Crisis by DC Our Culture, What's Left of It by Theodore Dalrymple   Follow us on Instagram at: Viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Listen along as the nerds talk about highlights from Wizard World Chicago, preview upcoming events like the CW superhero crossover, True Detective season three's teaser trailer (that wig...), and the production halt for Guardians of the Galaxy vol. III. Finally, they discuss the controversy surround the new Netflix show Insatiable.    Homework - Batman: War Games   Follow us on Instagram at: Viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Join us this week as the nerds discuss quinquagenarians in Hollywood and how we feel about reboots. We’re probably the only podcast to have ever used quinquagenarian!!!   Homework -   MediKidz: http://www.medikidz.com   The Patrons Graphic Novel: thepatronsgn on Instagram   Please subscribe and leave a review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Poop patrol, Venom, Disney Dominance, and the future of Streaming... All discussed by Josh and JB who are joined by a guest and friend of the podcast.   Lion Forge: http://www.lionforge.com   Junior Disease Detectives: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/resource-center/freeresources/graphic-novel/index.html   Please subscribe and leave a review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Back with a vengeance, JB and Josh talk about a little bit about themselves, the controversy surrounding James Gunn’s, ahem, inappropriate tweets, and the dark/toxic side of fandom.   We also want to say thank you for listening!   Samsung Ingenius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71D584KQRIs   Please subscribe and review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Now with 30% less rambling! This week, Josh and JB dive into the many, many,  trailers released during San Diego Comic-Con (Titans, Aquaman, Glass, etc.). Please subscribe and review. You can follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Back for a second episode! JB and Josh review Ant-Man and the Wasp (released 6/29/18), discuss what could be trouble for the X-Men franchise, and share their thoughts on superhero fatigue and the recently announced Joker movie.   Check us out and follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com

Have you heard? They’ve finally done it! Josh and JB, two long time friends, have joined the podcasting world. Join us in the classroom as we take a look back at entertainment from the first six months of 2018 and look ahead to the rest of the year.   Check us out and follow us on Instagram at viewspod or email us at viewspod@gmail.com