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STAYradio Episode #272 features guest Astonish from Arizona.

In this episode of Biographers in Conversation, the historian Dr Kiera Lindsey chats with Dr Gabriella Kelly-Davies about her choices while crafting Wild Love: The Ambitions of Adelaide Ironside, the First Australian Artist to Astonish the World.  Here's what you'll discover in this episode: Adelaide Eliza Scott Ironside was a trailblazing Australian artist known for her passion, ambition and extraordinary talent. Born in Sydney in 1831, she challenged artistic boundaries by exploring themes such as identity, sexuality and spirituality Why Kiera Lindsey challenged the traditional narrative of Australian art history Why Adelaide Ironside's story is still so relevant today How Kiera painstakingly pieced together tiny scraps of evidence from 19th-century historical records in which women were mostly invisible How following in Adelaide's footsteps in colonial Sydney, London, Rome, Florence and Scotland from 200 years ago contributed to the narrative The limits Kiera placed on her imagination when speculating to fill gaps in the fragmentary historical record How Kiera portrayed the cultural norms, societal values and prevailing ideologies in which Adelaide successfully pursued her artistic ambitions How Kiera interpreted Adelaide's romantic mysticism, which appeared in her poetry and paintings The art and craft of speculative biography, as well as its relevance and impacts.

Two weeks in between episodes? What is this, 2014? Whatever it is, it's Al and Paul talking about Peter David, Marvel and DC's upcoming Deadpool and Batman crossovers, David Marquez's The UnChosen, Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum and Punisher: Red Band, as well as reviews of Imperial and Be Not Afraid. The Official Handbook of the Official Handbook? I don't think they exist.

MRC plows into December 1967 with Amazing Spider-Man 55, Daredevil 35, Thor 147, Tales to Astonish 98 with Namor and Hulk, and X-Men 39! Hoary amnesia tropes! Trapster self-esteem building! Buff Loki! Orca punching! Angel suspenders! Check it out!

Marvel's The Incredible Hulk wanders around the desert and then stumbles into the middle of a barbecue and that interferes with Superman getting a milkshake. Hilarity ensues. But in all seriousness, this is a great comic! Join us for our discussion about it with Logan Crowley! Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: June 6, 2025 Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moonen Overview In this episode of the podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Jmike welcome back guest Logan Crowley to delve into the thrilling crossover comic "The Incredible Hulk vs. Superman" from the DC vs. Marvel omnibus. They explore the art, storytelling techniques, and character dynamics within this blended comic universe, noting the pivotal roles of Hulk and Superman, and their contrasting origins. The narrative unfolds with Superman investigating seismic disturbances caused by the rampaging Hulk, leading to their first explosive encounter at a barbecue, and further complications arise with Lex Luthor's scheming. As the plot escalates, viewers witness an emotional crescendo culminating in a heart-wrenching conclusion. The hosts highlight the depth of the story and its portrayal of classic characters, while also inviting listeners to engage in their Patreon, follow Crowley's upcoming podcast "Single Bound," and join the community on Discord.   Notes ️ Podcast Introduction (00:00 - 10:26) Case Aiken announces the launch of Patreon for Certain POV Media Patreon location: patreon.com/certainpovmedia Executive producer acknowledgments: Carter Hallett, Sean Muir, Lee Greger, Memento Young, Logan Crowley, Joe Mastropiero, Nancy and Casey Aiken, and Adam Samtur (and Keith Lehtinen) Case and Jmike welcome returning guest Logan Crowley The episode focuses on 'The Incredible Hulk versus Superman' from the DC vs Marvel omnibus The hosts establish this crossover as a masterpiece that perfectly blends both comic universes ️ Comic Analysis: Structure & Setting (10:26 - 20:19) The story uses a blended universe with a framing device set in present day and flashback to the past Steve Rude's art praised for perfectly capturing both Jack Kirby and Joe Shuster styles The comic includes numerous Easter eggs (like 'Otisburg' reference) Story plugs a continuity hole in Hulk's history regarding his transformation method Timeline placement: for Hulk, after Metal Master story in Tales to Astonish; for Superman, between issues 4-5 of Man of Steel The omnibus includes extra material with notes and original art sketches Character Dynamics & Story Setup (20:20 - 30:00) Discussion of Hulk's varying intelligence levels throughout comic history Rick Jones identified as a crucial character in Hulk stories Story begins with a documentary on Hulk that Superman and Lois watch The narrative compares Superman and Hulk's origins (rockets and explosions) Flashback story begins with Hulk hiding in a cave and spontaneously transforming Superman described as being in his early years as a hero during this story ️ Plot Progression: First Half (30:01 - 39:33) Hulk goes on a rampage while Clark Kent interviews a seismologist Superman investigates unusual seismic activity caused by Hulk Their first meeting occurs at a barbecue Hulk interrupts Superman is battered by Hulk and thrown into space General Ross appears with corporate VIP Lex Luthor (with hair, Boss Hogg outfit) Lois Lane tracks down Rick Jones to get information about the Hulk Character Interactions (39:33 - 49:43) Rick Jones refuses to talk to Lois about the Hulk, showing his loyalty Superman meets Lois outside a drive-in, establishing the classic love triangle dynamic Banner and Kent meet without realizing each other's secret identities Lex Luthor flirts with Betty Ross while watching Hulk footage Lois wants to warn Betty about Luthor's questionable character Betty and Lois bond over having general fathers Conflict Escalation (49:43 - 59:15) Luthor creates a fake Hulk robot to frame the real Hulk Betty Ross appears to be kidnapped by 'Hulk' Bruce Banner transforms into Hulk to save Betty Superman arrives, sees Hulk standing over Betty, misinterprets the situation Epic fight sequence begins with Superman throwing Hulk into a cactus ravine Military fires on both heroes during their battle Luthor attempts to gain access to the gamma gun Resolution & Reflection (59:16 - 01:12:24) Superman and Hulk team up to destroy the dangerous gamma gun Fastball special scene: Superman throws Hulk at the gamma gun Luthor escapes consequences due to his wealth and status The story ends with a sad conclusion in the present day Betty Ross dies of radiation poisoning; Banner returns to his lonely existence Superman reflects on his missed opportunity to help Banner The hosts praise the emotional depth of the story and its perfect capture of both characters Logan shares information about his upcoming podcast 'Single Bound' The hosts provide links to their social media and recommend other podcasts Action items Unassigned Listeners should check out the Patreon at patreon.com/certainpovmedia for more content (01:00) Interested listeners should consider supporting Peter David's GoFundMe Listeners should follow Logan Crowley on Instagram at Token Hillbilly (01:08:02) Listeners can contact Logan about his new podcast at singleboundpod@gmail.com (01:08:30) Listeners can join the Discord server through links at certainpov.com (01:10:00) Listeners should check out the 'Books that Burn' podcast recommended by Case (01:11:05)  

It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales to Astonish!!" Scientists turn cicadas into bio-speakers and have them play the theme of Top Gun! A study of people living on the Tibetan Plateau show that humans are continuing to evolve! Is gravity a computational process that proves the universe is a simulation?! Scientists discover what the ancients knew, that sound can alter and effect your body's cells! Plus, proof of life after death, night vision contacts, religious bees, and much more!!!

An odd little selection of issues this time round, as Paul and Al look at Thunderbolts issues 63 and 64, and Thunderbolts: From The Marvel Vault. Want to know what Zemo's sulky face looks like? Want to know what Nomad sings to himself to when he's wandering the highways? Want to know how many gratuitous instances of nudity one issue can contain? Well then this might just be the episode for you!

MRC welcomes the legendary British penciller Mike Collins (who drew the first appearance of Gambit!) to discuss the books of November 1967, featuring Amazing Spider-Man 54, Daredevil 34, Thor 146, Tales to Astonish 97 with Namor and Hulk, and X-Men 38! Roomer has it! Too Dumb to Die! Volstagless-Thor! Swamp Men! Living Lightning! Blobby pupils! Check it out!

So why did Harris lose in 2024? For one very big reason, according to the progressive essayist Bill Deresiewicz: “because she represented the exhausted Democratic establishment”. This rotting establishment, Deresiewicz believes, is symbolized by both the collective denial of Biden's mental decline and by Harris' pathetically rudderless Presidential campaign. But there's a much more troubling problem with the Democratic party, he argues. It has become “the party of institutionalized liberalism, which is itself exhausted”. So how to reinvent American liberalism in the 2020's? How to make the left once again, in Deresiewicz words, “the locus of openness, playfulness, productive contention, experiment, excess, risk, shock, camp, mirth, mischief, irony and curiosity"? That's the question for all progressives in our MAGA/Woke age. 5 Key Takeaways * Deresiewicz believes the Democratic establishment and aligned media engaged in a "tacit cover-up" of Biden's condition and other major issues like crime, border policies, and pandemic missteps rather than addressing them honestly.* The liberal movement that began in the 1960s has become "exhausted" and the Democratic Party is now an uneasy alliance of establishment elites and working-class voters whose interests don't align well.* Progressive institutions suffer from a repressive intolerance characterized by "an unearned sense of moral superiority" and a fear of vitality that leads to excessive rules, bureaucracy, and speech codes.* While young conservatives are creating new movements with energy and creativity, the progressive establishment stifles innovation by purging anyone who "violates the code" or criticizes their side.* Rebuilding the left requires creating conditions for new ideas by ending censoriousness, embracing true courage that risks something real, and potentially building new institutions rather than trying to reform existing ones. Full Transcript Andrew Keen: Hello, everyone. It's the old question on this show, Keen on America, how to make sense of this bewildering, frustrating, exciting country in the wake, particularly of the last election. A couple of years ago, we had the CNN journalist who I rather like and admire, Jake Tapper, on the show. Arguing in a piece of fiction that he thinks, to make sense of America, we need to return to the 1970s. He had a thriller out a couple of years ago called All the Demons Are Here. But I wonder if Tapper's changed his mind on this. His latest book, which is a sensation, which he co-wrote with Alex Thompson, is Original Sin, President Biden's Decline, its Cover-up and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. Tapper, I think, tells the truth about Biden, as the New York Times notes. It's a damning portrait of an enfeebled Biden protected by his inner circle. I would extend that, rather than his inner circle protected by an elite, perhaps a coastal elite of Democrats, unable or unwilling to come to terms with the fact that Biden was way, way past his shelf life. My guest today, William Deresiewicz—always get his last name wrong—it must be...William Deresiewicz: No, that was good. You got it.Andrew Keen: Probably because I'm anti-semitic. He has a new piece out called "Post-Election" which addresses much of the rottenness of the American progressive establishment in 2025. Bill, congratulations on the piece.William Deresiewicz: Thank you.Andrew Keen: Have you had a chance to look at this Tapper book or have you read about Original Sin?William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I read that piece. I read the piece that's on the screen and I've heard some people talking about it. And I mean, as you said, it's not just his inner circle. I don't want to blame Tapper. Tapper did the work. But one immediate reaction to the debate debacle was, where have the journalists been? For example, just to unfairly call one person out, but they're just so full of themselves, the New Yorker dripping with self-congratulations, especially in its centennial year, its boundless appetite for self-celebration—to quote something one of my students once said about Yale—they've got a guy named Evan Osnos, who's one of their regulars on their political...Andrew Keen: Yeah, and he's been on the show, Evan, and in fact, I rather like his, I was going to say his husband, his father, Peter Osnos, who's a very heavy-hitting ex-publisher. But anyway, go on. And Evan's quite a nice guy, personally.William Deresiewicz: I'm sure he's a nice guy, but the fact is he's not only a New Yorker journalist, but he wrote a book about Biden, which means that he's presumably theoretically well-sourced within Biden world. He didn't say anything. I mean, did he not know or did he know?Andrew Keen: Yeah, I agree. I mean you just don't want to ask, right? You don't know. But you're a journalist, so you're supposed to know. You're supposed to ask. So I'm sure you're right on Osnos. I mean, he was on the show, but all journalists are progressives, or at least all the journalists at the Times and the New Yorker and the Atlantic. And there seemed to be, as Jake Tapper is suggesting in this new book, and he was part of the cover-up, there seemed to be a cover-up on the part of the entire professional American journalist establishment, high-end establishment, to ignore the fact that the guy running for president or the president himself clearly had no idea of what was going on around him. It's just astonishing, isn't it? I mean, hindsight's always easy, of course, 2020 in retrospect, but it was obvious at the time. I made it clear whenever I spoke about Biden, that here was a guy clearly way out of his depth, that he shouldn't have been president, maybe shouldn't have been president in the first place, but whatever you think about his ideas, he clearly was way beyond his shelf date, a year or two into the presidency.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, but here's the thing, and it's one of the things I say in the post-election piece, but I'm certainly not the only person to say this. There was an at least tacit cover-up of Biden, of his condition, but the whole thing was a cover-up, meaning every major issue that the 2024 election was about—crime, at the border, woke excess, affordability. The whole strategy of not just the Democrats, but this media establishment that's aligned with them is to just pretend that it wasn't happening, to explain it away. And we can also throw in pandemic policy, right? Which people were still thinking about and all the missteps in pandemic policy. The strategy was effectively a cover-up. We're not gonna talk about it, or we're gonna gaslight you, or we're gonna make excuses. So is it a surprise that people don't trust these establishment institutions anymore? I mean, I don't trust them anymore and I want to trust them.Andrew Keen: Were there journalists? I mean, there were a handful of journalists telling the truth about Biden. Progressives, people on the left rather than conservatives.William Deresiewicz: Ezra Klein started to talk about it, I remember that. So yes, there were a handful, but it wasn't enough. And you know, I don't say this to take away from Ezra Klein what I just gave him with my right hand, take away with my left, but he was also the guy, as soon as the Kamala succession was effected, who was talking about how Kamala in recent months has been going from strength to strength and hasn't put a foot wrong and isn't she fantastic. So all credit to him for telling the truth about Biden, but it seems to me that he immediately pivoted to—I mean, I'm sure he thought he was telling the truth about Harris, but I didn't believe that for one second.Andrew Keen: Well, meanwhile, the lies about Harris or the mythology of Harris, the false—I mean, all mythology, I guess, is false—about Harris building again. Headline in Newsweek that Harris would beat Donald Trump if an election was held again. I mean I would probably beat—I would beat Trump if an election was held again, I can't even run for president. So anyone could beat Trump, given the situation. David Plouffe suggested that—I think he's quoted in the Tapper book—that Biden totally fucked us, but it suggests that somehow Harris was a coherent progressive candidate, which she wasn't.William Deresiewicz: She wasn't. First of all, I hadn't seen this poll that she would beat Trump. I mean, it's a meaningless poll, because...Andrew Keen: You could beat him, Bill, and no one can even pronounce your last name.William Deresiewicz: Nobody could say what would actually happen if there were a real election. It's easy enough to have a hypothetical poll. People often look much better in these kinds of hypothetical polls where there's no actual election than they do when it's time for an election. I mean, I think everyone except maybe David Plouffe understands that Harris should never have been a candidate—not just after Biden dropped out way too late, but ever, right? I mean the real problem with Biden running again is that he essentially saddled us with Harris. Instead of having a real primary campaign where we could have at least entertained the possibility of some competent people—you know, there are lots of governors. I mean, I'm a little, and maybe we'll get to this, I'm little skeptical that any normal democratic politician is going to end up looking good. But at least we do have a whole bunch of what seem to be competent governors, people with executive experience. And we never had a chance to entertain any of those people because this democratic establishment just keeps telling us who we're going to vote for. I mean, it's now three elections in a row—they forced Hillary on us, and then Biden. I'm not going to say they forced Biden on us although elements of it did. It probably was a good thing because he won and he may have been the only one who could have won. And then Harris—it's like reductio ad absurdum. These candidates they keep handing us keep getting worse and worse.Andrew Keen: But it's more than being worse. I mean, whatever one can say about Harris, she couldn't explain why she wanted to be president, which seems to me a disqualifier if you're running for president. The point, the broader point, which I think you bring out very well in the piece you write, and you and I are very much on the same page here, so I'm not going to criticize you in your post-election—William Deresiewicz: You can criticize me, Andrew, I love—Andrew Keen: I know I can criticize you, and I will, but not in this particular area—is that these people are the establishment. They're protecting a globalized world, they're the coast. I mean, in some ways, certainly the Bannonite analysis is right, and it's not surprising that they're borrowing from Lenin and the left is borrowing from Edmund Burke.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I mean I think, and I think this is the real problem. I mean, part of what I say in the piece is that it just seems, maybe this is too organicist, but there just seems to be an exhaustion that the liberal impulse that started, you know, around the time I was born in 1964, and I cite the Dylan movie just because it's a picture of that time where you get a sense of the energy on the left, the dawning of all this exciting—Andrew Keen: You know that movie—and we've done a show on that movie—itself was critical I guess in a way of Dylan for not being political.William Deresiewicz: Well, but even leaving that aside, just the reminder you get of what that time felt like. That seems in the movie relatively accurate, that this new youth culture, the rights revolution, the counterculture, a new kind of impulse of liberalism and progressivism that was very powerful and strong and carried us through the 60s and 70s and then became the establishment and has just become completely exhausted now. So I just feel like it's just gotten to the end of its possibility. Gotten to the end of its life cycle, but also in a less sort of mystical way. And I think this is a structural problem that the Democrats have not been able to address for a long time, and I don't see how they're going to address it. The party is now the party, as you just said, of the establishment, uneasily wedded to a mainly non-white sort of working class, lower class, maybe somewhat middle class. So it's sort of this kind of hybrid beast, the two halves of which don't really fit together. The educated upper middle class, the professional managerial class that you and I are part of, and then sort of the average Black Latino female, white female voter who doesn't share the interests of that class. So what are you gonna do about that? How's that gonna work?Andrew Keen: And the thing that you've always given a lot of thought to, and it certainly comes out in this piece, is the intolerance of the Democratic Party. But it's an intolerance—it's not a sort of, and I don't like this word, it's not the fascist intolerance of the MAGA movement or of Trump. It's a repressive intolerance, it's this idea that we're always right and if you disagree with us, then there must be something wrong with you.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, right. It's this, at this point, completely unearned sense of moral superiority and intellectual superiority, which are not really very clearly distinguished in their mind, I think. And you know, they just reek of it and people hate it and it's understandable that they hate it. I mean, it's Hillary in a word. It's Hillary in a word and again, I'm wary of treading on this kind of ground, but I do think there's an element of—I mean, obviously Trump and his whole camp is very masculinist in a very repulsive way, but there is also a way to be maternalist in a repulsive way. It's this kind of maternal control. I think of it as the sushi mom voice where we're gonna explain to you in a calm way why you should listen to us and why we're going to control every move you make. And it's this fear—I mean what my piece is really about is this sort of quasi-Nietzschean argument for energy and vitality that's lacking on the left. And I think it's lacking because the left fears it. It fears sort of the chaos of the life force. So it just wants to shackle it in all of these rules and bureaucracy and speech codes and consent codes. It just feels lifeless. And I think everybody feels that.Andrew Keen: Yeah, and it's the inability to imagine you can be wrong. It's the moral greediness of some people, at least, who think of themselves on the left. Some people might be listening to this, thinking it's just these two old white guys who think themselves as progressives but are actually really conservative. And all this idea of nature is itself chilling, that it's a kind of anti-feminism.William Deresiewicz: Well, that's b******t. I mean, let me have a chance to respond. I mean I plead guilty to being an old white man—Andrew Keen: I mean you can't argue with that one.William Deresiewicz: I'm not arguing with it. But the whole point rests on this notion of positionality, like I'm an older white man, therefore I think this or I believe that, which I think is b******t to begin with because, you know, down the street there's another older white guy who believes the exact opposite of me, so what's the argument here? But leaving that aside, and whether I am or am not a progressive—okay, my ideal politician is Bernie Sanders, so I'll just leave it at that. The point is, I mean, one point is that feminism hasn't always been like this. Second wave feminism that started in the late sixties, when I was a little kid—there was a censorious aspect to it, but there was also this tremendous vitality. I mean I think of somebody like Andrea Dworkin—this is like, "f**k you" feminism. This is like, "I'm not only not gonna shave my legs, I'm gonna shave my armpits and I don't give a s**t what you think." And then the next generation when I was a young man was the Mary Gates, Camille Paglia, sex-positive power feminism which also had a different kind of vitality. So I don't think feminism has to be the feminism of the women's studies departments and of Hillary Clinton with "you can't say this" and "if you want to have sex with me you have to follow these 10 rules." I don't think anybody likes that.Andrew Keen: The deplorables!William Deresiewicz: Yes, yes, yes. Like I said, I don't just think that the enemies don't like it, and I don't really care what they think. I think the people on our side don't like it. Nobody is having fun on our side. It's boring. No one's having sex from what they tell me. The young—it just feels dead. And I think when there's no vitality, you also have no creative vitality. And I think the intellectual cul-de-sac that the left seems to be stuck in, where there are no new ideas, is related to that.Andrew Keen: Yeah, and I think the more I think about it, I think you're right, it's a generational war. All the action seems to be coming from old people, whether it's the Pelosis and the Bidens, or it's people like Richard Reeves making a fortune off books about worrying about young men or Jonathan Haidt writing about the anxious generation. Where are, to quote David Bowie, the young Americans? Why aren't they—I mean, Bill, you're in a way guilty of this. You made your name with your book, Excellent Sheep about the miseducation...William Deresiewicz: Yeah, so what am I guilty of exactly?Andrew Keen: I'm not saying you're all, but aren't you and Reeves and Haidt, you're all involved in this weird kind of generational war.William Deresiewicz: OK, let's pump the brakes here for a second. Where the young people are—I mean, obviously most people, even young people today, still vote for Democrats. But the young who seem to be exploring new things and having energy and excitement are on the right. And there was a piece—I'm gonna forget the name of the piece and the author—Daniel Oppenheimer had her on the podcast. I think it appeared in The Point. Young woman. Fairly recent college graduate, went to a convention of young republicans, I don't know what they call themselves, and also to democrats or liberals in quick succession and wrote a really good piece about it. I don't think she had ever written anything before or published anything before, but it got a lot of attention because she talked about the youthful vitality at this conservative gathering. And then she goes to the liberals and they're all gray-haired men like us. The one person who had anything interesting to say was Francis Fukuyama, who's in his 80s. She's making the point—this is the point—it's not a generational war, because there are young people on the right side of the spectrum who are doing interesting things. I mean, I don't like what they're doing, because I'm not a rightist, but they're interesting, they're different, they're new, there's excitement there, there's creativity there.Andrew Keen: But could one argue, Bill, that all these labels are meaningless and that whatever they're doing—I'm sure they're having more sex than young progressives, they're having more fun, they're able to make jokes, they are able, for better or worse, to change the system. Does it really matter whether they claim to be MAGA people or leftists? They're the ones who are driving change in the country.William Deresiewicz: Yes, they're the ones who are driving change in the country. The counter-cultural energy that was on the left in the sixties and seventies is now on the right. And it does matter because they are operating in the political sphere, have an effect in the political sphere, and they're unmistakably on the right. I mean, there are all these new weird species on the right—the trads and the neo-pagans and the alt-right and very sort of anti-capitalist conservatives or at least anti-corporate conservatives and all kinds of things that you would never have imagined five years ago. And again, it's not that I like these things. It's that they're new, there's ferment there. So stuff is coming out that is going to drive, is already driving the culture and therefore the politics forward. And as somebody who, yes, is progressive, it is endlessly frustrating to me that we have lost this kind of initiative, momentum, energy, creativity, to what used to be the stodgy old right. Now we're the stodgy old left.Andrew Keen: What do you want to go back to? I mean you brought up Dylan earlier. Do you just want to resurrect...William Deresiewicz: No, I don't.Andrew Keen: You know another one who comes to mind is another sort of bundle of contradictions, Bruce Springsteen. He recently talked about the corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous nature of Trump. I mean Springsteen's a billionaire. He even acknowledged that he mythologized his own working-class status. He's never spent more than an hour in a factory. He's never had a job. So aren't all the pigeons coming back to roost here? The fraud of men like Springsteen are merely being exposed and young people recognize it.William Deresiewicz: Well, I don't know about Springsteen in particular...Andrew Keen: Well, he's a big deal.William Deresiewicz: No, I know he's a big deal, and I love Springsteen. I listened to him on repeat when I was young, and I actually didn't know that he'd never worked in a factory, and I quite frankly don't care because he's an artist, and he made great art out of those experiences, whether they were his or not. But to address the real issue here, he is an old guy. It sounds like he's just—I mean, I'm sure he's sincere about it and I would agree with him about Trump. But to have people like Springsteen or Robert De Niro or George Clooney...Andrew Keen: Here it is.William Deresiewicz: Okay, yes, it's all to the point that these are old guys. So you asked me, do I want to go back? The whole point is I don't want to go back. I want to go forward. I'm not going to be the one to bring us forward because I'm older. And also, I don't think I was ever that kind of creative spirit, but I want to know why there isn't sort of youthful creativity given the fact that most young people do still vote for Democrats, but there's no youthful creativity on the left. Is it just that the—I want to be surprised is the point. I'm not calling for X, Y, or Z. I'm saying astonish me, right? Like Diaghilev said to Cocteau. Astonish me the way you did in the 60s and 70s. Show me something new. And I worry that it simply isn't possible on the left now, precisely because it's so locked down in this kind of establishment, censorious mode that there's no room for a new idea to come from anywhere.Andrew Keen: As it happens, you published this essay in Salmagundi—and that predates, if not even be pre-counterculture. How many years old is it? I think it started in '64. Yeah, so alongside your piece is an interesting piece from Adam Phillips about influence and anxiety. And he quotes Montaigne from "On Experience": "There is always room for a successor, even for ourselves, and a different way to proceed." Is the problem, Bill, that we haven't, we're not willing to leave the stage? I mean, Nancy Pelosi is a good example of this. Biden's a good example. In this Salmagundi piece, there's an essay from Martin Jay, who's 81 years old. I was a grad student in Berkeley in the 80s. Even at that point, he seemed old. Why are these people not able to leave the stage?William Deresiewicz: I am not going to necessarily sign on to that argument, and not just because I'm getting older. Biden...Andrew Keen: How old are you, by the way?William Deresiewicz: I'm 61. So you mentioned Pelosi. I would have been happy for Pelosi to remain in her position for as long as she wanted, because she was effective. It's not about how old you are. Although it can be, obviously as you get older you can become less effective like Joe Biden. I think there's room for the old and the young together if the old are saying valuable things and if the young are saying valuable things. It's not like there's a shortage of young voices on the left now. They're just not interesting voices. I mean, the one that comes immediately to mind that I'm more interested in is Ritchie Torres, who's this congressman who's a genuinely working-class Black congressman from the Bronx, unlike AOC, who grew up the daughter of an architect in Northern Westchester and went to a fancy private university, Boston University. So Ritchie Torres is not a doctrinaire leftist Democrat. And he seems to speak from a real self. Like he isn't just talking about boilerplate. I just feel like there isn't a lot of room for the Ritchie Torres. I think the system that produces democratic candidates militates against people like Ritchie Torres. And that's what I am talking about.Andrew Keen: In the essay, you write about Andy Mills, who was one of the pioneers of the New York Times podcast. He got thrown out of The New York Times for various offenses. It's one of the problems with the left—they've, rather like the Stalinists in the 1930s, purged all the energy out of themselves. Anyone of any originality has been thrown out for one reason or another.William Deresiewicz: Well, because it's always the same reason, because they violate the code. I mean, yes, this is one of the main problems. And to go back to where we started with the journalists, it seems like the rationale for the cover-up, all the cover-ups was, "we can't say anything bad about our side. We can't point out any of the flaws because that's going to help the bad guys." So if anybody breaks ranks, we're going to cancel them. We're going to purge them. I mean, any idiot understands that that's a very short-term strategy. You need the possibility of self-criticism and self-difference. I mean that's the thing—you asked me about old people leaving the stage, but the quotation from Montaigne said, "there's always room for a successor, even ourselves." So this is about the possibility of continuous self-reinvention. Whatever you want to say about Dylan, some people like him, some don't, he's done that. Bowie's done that. This was sort of our idea, like you're constantly reinventing yourself, but this is what we don't have.Andrew Keen: Yeah, actually, I read the quote the wrong way, that we need to reinvent ourselves. Bowie is a very good example if one acknowledges, and Dylan of course, one's own fundamental plasticity. And that's another problem with the progressive movement—they don't think of the human condition as a plastic one.William Deresiewicz: That's interesting. I mean, in one respect, I think they think of it as too plastic, right? This is sort of the blank slate fallacy that we can make—there's no such thing as human nature and we can reshape it as we wish. But at the same time, they've created a situation, and this really is what Excellent Sheep is about, where they're turning out the same human product over and over.Andrew Keen: But in that sense, then, the excellent sheep you write about at Yale, they've all ended up now as neo-liberal, neo-conservative, so they're just rebelling...William Deresiewicz: No, they haven't. No, they are the backbone of this soggy liberal progressive establishment. A lot of them are. I mean, why is, you know, even Wall Street and Silicon Valley sort of by preference liberal? It's because they're full of these kinds of elite college graduates who have been trained to be liberal.Andrew Keen: So what are we to make of the Musk-Thiel, particularly the Musk phenomenon? I mean, certainly Thiel, very much influenced by Rand, who herself, of course, was about as deeply Nietzschean as you can get. Why isn't Thiel and Musk just a model of the virility, the vitality of the early 21st century? You might not like what they say, but they're full of vitality.William Deresiewicz: It's interesting, there's a place in my piece where I say that the liberal can't accept the idea that a bad person can do great things. And one of my examples was Elon Musk. And the other one—Andrew Keen: Zuckerberg.William Deresiewicz: But Musk is not in the piece, because I wrote the piece before the inauguration and they asked me to change it because of what Musk was doing. And even I was beginning to get a little queasy just because the association with Musk is now different. It's now DOGE. But Musk, who I've always hated, I've never liked the guy, even when liberals loved him for making electric cars. He is an example, at least the pre-DOGE Musk, of a horrible human being with incredible vitality who's done great things, whether you like it or not. And I want—I mean, this is the energy that I want to harness for our team.Andrew Keen: I actually mostly agreed with your piece, but I didn't agree with that because I think most progressives believe that actually, the Zuckerbergs and the Musks, by doing, by being so successful, by becoming multi-billionaires, are morally a bit dodgy. I mean, I don't know where you get that.William Deresiewicz: That's exactly the point. But I think what they do is when they don't like somebody, they just negate the idea that they're great. "Well, he's just not really doing anything that great." You disagree.Andrew Keen: So what about ideas, Bill? Where is there room to rebuild the left? I take your points, and I don't think many people would actually disagree with you. Where does the left, if there's such a term anymore, need to go out on a limb, break some eggs, offend some people, but nonetheless rebuild itself? It's not going back to Bernie Sanders and some sort of nostalgic New Deal.William Deresiewicz: No, no, I agree. So this is, this may be unsatisfying, but this is what I'm saying. If there were specific new ideas that I thought the left should embrace, I would have said so. What I'm seeing is the left needs, to begin with, to create the conditions from which new ideas can come. So I mean, we've been talking about a lot of it. The censoriousness needs to go.I would also say—actually, I talk about this also—you know, maybe you would consider yourself part of, I don't know. There's this whole sort of heterodox realm of people who did dare to violate the progressive pieties and say, "maybe the pandemic response isn't going so well; maybe the Black Lives Matter protests did have a lot of violence"—maybe all the things, right? And they were all driven out from 2020 and so forth. A lot of them were people who started on the left and would even still describe themselves as liberal, would never vote for a Republican. So these people are out there. They're just, they don't have a voice within the Democratic camp because the orthodoxy continues to be enforced.So that's what I'm saying. You've got to start with the structural conditions. And one of them may be that we need to get—I don't even know that these institutions can reform themselves, whether it's the Times or the New Yorker or the Ivy League. And it may be that we need to build new institutions, which is also something that's happening. I mean, it's something that's happening in the realm of publishing and journalism on Substack. But again, they're still marginalized because that liberal establishment does not—it's not that old people don't wanna give up power, it's that the established people don't want to give up the power. I mean Harris is, you know, she's like my age. So the establishment as embodied by the Times, the New Yorker, the Ivy League, foundations, the think tanks, the Democratic Party establishment—they don't want to move aside. But it's so obviously clear at this point that they are not the solution. They're not the solutions.Andrew Keen: What about the so-called resistance? I mean, a lot of people were deeply disappointed by the response of law firms, maybe even universities, the democratic party as we noted is pretty much irrelevant. Is it possible for the left to rebuild itself by a kind of self-sacrifice, by lawyers who say "I don't care what you think of me, I'm simply against you" and to work together, or university presidents who will take massive pay cuts and take on MAGA/Trump world?William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I mean, I don't know if this is going to be the solution to the left rebuilding itself, but I think it has to happen, not just because it has to happen for policy reasons, but I mean you need to start by finding your courage again. I'm not going to say your testicles because that's gendered, but you need to start—I mean the law firms, maybe that's a little, people have said, well, it's different because they're in a competitive business with each other, but why did the university—I mean I'm a Columbia alumnus. I could not believe that Columbia immediately caved.It occurs to me as we're talking that these are people, university presidents who have learned cowardice. This is how they got to be where they got and how they keep their jobs. They've learned to yield in the face of the demands of students, the demands of alumni, the demands of donors, maybe the demands of faculty. They don't know how to be courageous anymore. And as much as I have lots of reasons, including personal ones, to hate Harvard University, good for them. Somebody finally stood up, and I was really glad to see that. So yeah, I think this would be one good way to start.Andrew Keen: Courage, in other words, is the beginning.William Deresiewicz: Courage is the beginning.Andrew Keen: But not a courage that takes itself too seriously.William Deresiewicz: I mean, you know, sure. I mean I don't really care how seriously—not the self-referential courage. Real courage, which means you're really risking losing something. That's what it means.Andrew Keen: And how can you and I then manifest this courage?William Deresiewicz: You know, you made me listen to Jocelyn Benson.Andrew Keen: Oh, yeah, I forgot and I actually I have to admit I saw that on the email and then I forgot who Jocelyn Benson is, which is probably reflects the fact that she didn't say very much.William Deresiewicz: For those of you who don't know what we're talking about, she's the Secretary of State of Michigan. She's running for governor.Andrew Keen: Oh yeah, and she was absolutely diabolical. She was on the show, I thought.William Deresiewicz: She wrote a book called Purposeful Warrior, and the whole interview was just this salad of cliches. Purpose, warrior, grit, authenticity. And part of, I mentioned her partly because she talked about courage in a way that was complete nonsense.Andrew Keen: Real courage, yeah, real courage. I remember her now. Yeah, yeah.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, she got made into a martyr because she got threatened after the 2020 election.Andrew Keen: Well, lots to think about, Bill. Very good conversation, as always. I think we need to get rid of old white men like you and I, but what do I know?William Deresiewicz: I mean, I am going to keep a death grip on my position, which is no good whatsoever.Andrew Keen: As I half-joked, Bill, maybe you should have called the piece "Post-Erection." If you can't get an erection, then you certainly shouldn't be in public office. That would have meant that Joe Biden would have had to have retired immediately.William Deresiewicz: I'm looking forward to seeing the test you devise to determine whether people meet your criterion.Andrew Keen: Yeah, maybe it will be a public one. Bread and circuses, bread and elections. We shall see, Bill, I'm not even going to do your last name because I got it right once. I'm never going to say it again. Bill, congratulations on the piece "Post-Election," not "Post-Erection," and we will talk again. This story is going to run and run. We will talk again in the not too distant future. Thank you so much.William Deresiewicz: That's good.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

It's back to the future as we welcome back to the podcast our very first guest, Al Kennedy from House to Astonish. The original plan was to discuss one of Al's Mastermind subjects, the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe (and DC's Who's Who), but we only got there after a meandering bit of chat about a variety of subjects, including wrestlers from the 2010s and their current identities (no kayfabe breaking here). But we do a deep dive on the original 1980s version of the Handbook, how DC's approach to Who's Who differed, Marvel's readjustment with the Deluxe Handbook, the art in both books and more. Amazingly, we didn't mention the three-ring binder era of Who's Who or DC doing a spinoff Who's Who for Star Trek (which DC was publishing at the time). There's also some dicussion on some current books we are enjoying, including work by past guests Mark Waid (Justice League Unlimited) and Al Ewing (the gone too soon Metamorpho, with Steve Lieber). There's also reminiscing about late 90s comics, including John Ostrander and Pascual Ferry's Heroes for Hire and Starman. Sadly, no Swingers talk, although I had it in my notes. Shame on me. There's also some sci-fi media talk, but nothing on Doctor Who (I stopped watching after Capaldi left). Since Al and Paul O'Brien do a Thunderbolts podcast, we obliquely discuss the new movie, the Fabian Nicieza era of the book and rehabilitating of super villains, how the pod with deal with the “fight club” era of the book and more. Al also discusses some of his other projects, including his Terry Pratchett podcast Desert Island Discworld and some shout-out for our pals Joe and Todd at Longbox Heroes.

It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales to Astonish!" Robots, robots, and more robots! The first musculoskeletal android, a humans vs robots marathon, and a highly advanced Robo-cop deployed in Thailand! How have scientists created new forms of sustainable energy and pollution solutions with bacteria and fungi? Have astronomers detected the first signs of life on an alien planet?! Plus, scientists hijack the human eye to create new colors, the Great Pyramid of Giza can focus electromagnetic energy, the creation of ancient wolf clones, and much more!!!

MRC launches into October of 1967 with Amazing Spider-Man #53, Daredevil #33, Thor #145, Tales to Astonish #96 with Namor and Hulk, and X-Men #37! Seeds of the clone sagas! A laundry list of things not associated with beetles! T-Shirt Thor! Polar Serpents! The Beginning of the End of Human Evolution! Far Out Helmets! Check it out!

Peter Parker's diary, adapting material from Amazing Spider-Man 14 and Tales to Astonish 57 (1964)

Brad turns up for a robust defence of Liam Lawson, While Spanners attacks the monetisation of Hamilton hate. Also some more chill F1 news and your ‘reckons' Support Veterans dealing with post service life by supporting Spanners' friend Andy who is trying to raise £1000 through donations supporting his Ultra Marathon from London to Brighton Andy's just giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-stoneley-1730040522895?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CLHit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's latest and greatest video!!!!https://youtu.be/9G5li1n3xNA?si=158ey2ZnxPjPsbiJWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MRC goes guestless to tackle the first half of September, 1967, with Amazing Spider-Man 52, Daredevil 32, Thor 144, Tales to Astonish 95 with Namor and the Hulk, and X-Men 36! Penthouse Dungeons! Convenient antidotes! Asgaaard! The resource curse! Vacuum rays! The Quest for Gas Money! Check it out!

It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales to Astonish!!!" For this episode we delve into some of the most bizarre experiments in history. What happens if you give an elephant LSD 3,000 times stronger than a normal human dose? How do humans respond to authoritative suggestion and would they kill on demand? Plus, monkey head transplants, moon trees, the vomit drinking doctor, and much more!!

It's The Second Thursday in Lent in the Church Calendar, March 20, 2025.Our general order and lectionary come from the Book of Common Prayer Daily Office.Today's song: I Need You Lord (Ben Ward)Psalm 71John 5:19-29Playlist of songs from Morning Prayer.If you have a prayer request please ⁠submit it here⁠. Sign up ⁠here⁠ for the email list.Morning Prayer and Worship is a production of Steady Stream Ministries, a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. Thank you for your support. ⁠You can go here to find out more⁠.Get an ad-free feed of the podcast with a monthly contribution of any amount!⁠Join our Facebook group here!⁠Photo by Mark Corcoran.Collect of the DaySecond Sunday in Lent, Rite TwoO God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Spanners, Brad and Jono hit the ground running with their verdict on the delightfully chaotic Australian Grand Prix in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast! Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight's Show:⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Brad Philpot https://x.com/BradleyPhilpot⭐ Jonathan Simon https://x.com/jonnyess8https://www.instagram.com/jonnyess8/Hit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's latest and greatest video!!!!https://youtu.be/9G5li1n3xNA?si=158ey2ZnxPjPsbiJCheck out Spanners' and Catman's latest MAP historical offeringhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5JtfZVdvC6YsgO9CJ1KM2E Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What topic would you like us to cover next?Yep, Astonish cleaning products really started out in a shed in Leeds…  In this episode, we go behind the scenes of cleaning brand, Astonish, with owner and CEO Howard Moss, to learn about the one-man business that has transformed over 50 years into an international success, distributing to more than 30 countries worldwide. From Howard's father attending agricultural shows across the UK with a simple cleaning product, to an unexpected opportunity over the pond that led to the ‘Astonish' name itself, the origin story is nothing short of inspirational. It's a real display of entrepreneurial spirit and of not staying down when you're knocked. Howard has a refreshing philosophy of not over-analysing everything – something that extends to the brand's marketing strategy and is exemplified by its brilliant Wimbledon sponsorship tactic. We discuss this, the importance of influencer marketing, and everything the brand has learned over an incredibly interesting history.It's a masterclass in how entrepreneurial thinking and a genuine commitment to product quality can disrupt an industry, and a candid conversation into sustainable growth and authentic brand building.  Is your marketing strategy ready for 2025? Book a free 15-min discovery call with Chris to get tailored insights to boost your brand's growth.

Paul and Al are taking a look at Thunderbolts issues 60-62 this time round, as Marvel's Most Wanted put the T in both TBolts and Teleported To counTer-earTh. What will they our heroes do when confronted by the planet of doomed NPCs? What is the dark secret of Fixer's terrible Tamagotchi? And how do power-dampening manacles work when your power is "big teeth"? All this and definitely some more, Thunderbuddies!

MRC welcomes special guest George O'Connor to cover the books of August, 1967! A discussion of George's Asgardians graphic novels leads right into Thor 143, then Amazing Spider-Man 51, Daredevil 31, Tales to Astonish 94 with Namor and the Hulk, and X-Men 35! Lots of heroes pretending they don't know how money works! Pre-Puzo Puzo! Convenient fire-fighter nets! Lost weekends! Check it out!

Spanners and Trumpets are joined by Geensy and Brad as they crank up the hindsight machine and revisit the start of last season in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast! Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight's Show:⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Alex Vangeen https://x.com/AlexVangeenhttps://www.youtube.com/@AlexVangeenRacing⭐ Brad Philpot https://x.com/BradleyPhilpothttps://www.youtube.com/@BradPhilpotCheck out Geensy's channel for the latest kartbuilding secrets!https://www.youtube.com/@AlexVangeenRacingHit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's latest and greatest karting video!!!!https://youtu.be/VspSl-UKE9sCheck out the amazing Missed Apex Formula E pod!https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MmC8WMPEMFZGMjKIcROtg?si=L7nIFPY3SQmk2rcs7TVdngAnd the awesome Missed Apex MotoGP podhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3IEB1Q2STelYNP7nda3gxdBuy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work againhttps://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867⭐ Amanda Weaver https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaweaverwriter https://www.instagram.com/amanda_weaver_author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join Sis and Big Pops for a fun, fun talk about one of the things we love most—Nerd Stuff. We discuss our fav bits of nerd news: 28 Years Later, what constitutes the PG-13 rating, Sony pulling all Spiderman stuff, John Cena and Eric Andre in Little Brother, Reacher Season 3 trailer, Rob Pattison was Batman not just Edward in Twilight (in case anyone forgot), casting for the Harry Potter TV-Show, and casting of “The Artist.” For bingeing, Big Pops has watched the Day of the Jackal and the new Dune TV show on Max. He is still loving reading the Jonathan Hickman rune of FF and is listening to Christmas Music. Sis has watched Christmas in Paradise, Wicked Part 1, Klaus, George C. Scott's A Christmas Carol, and has been re-watching Harry Potter. Then, Pops shared his pull list! This week he introduces us to Superman Issue 20 by DC; Holiday Tales to Astonish, a one-shot by Marvel; as well as Hornsby and Halo Issue 1 by Image. His new number 1 is West Coast Avengers by DC. His Book of the Week is Justice League Unlimited Issue 1 by DC. We then reviewed the movie Wicked.

MRC welcome super-special guest Dan McCoy, Emmy-winning writer and co-host of The Flophouse! We discuss four books from July 1967: Amazing Spider-Man 50, Strange Tales 158 with SHIELD and Dr Strange, Tales to Astonish 93 with Namor and Hulk, and X-Men 34! Spidey No More! Monocle upon eye patch upon monocle! An actual Pink Floyd Album cover! Shameless swipes! Check it out!

And so this is January, and what have you done? Another year over, a new one begun about three weeks ago. It's not the most topical of year in review shows, but Al and Paul have once more brought you their pick of 2024 in the world of comics, as they name the books that turned their heads over the past 12 months, in what they could only call... The Homies (largely because that's what they've been calling it for the past decade and a bit)

MRC unmasks June 1967, with Amazing Spider-Man 49, Daredevil #29, Thor 141, Tales to Astonish 92 with Namor and the Hulk, and X-Men 33. Bamboo TV! Dissociative identity disorder! Rasslin'! It! Wile E. Coyote Holes! Cyttorak Lollipops! Check it out!

Audio Recording Audio Block Double-click here to upload or link to a .mp3. Learn more Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Tim ChangSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 29:9-24 (ESV)9 Astonish yourselves and be astonished; blind yourselves and be blind!Be drunk, but not with wine; stagger, but not with strong drink!10 For the Lord has poured out upon you a spirit of deep sleep,and has closed your eyes (the prophets), and covered your heads (the seers).11 And the vision of all this has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed. When men give it to one who can read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” 12 And when they give the book to one who cannot read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot read.”13 And the Lord said:“Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me,and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men,14 therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder;and the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the discernment of their discerning men shall be hidden.”15 Ah, you who hide deep from the Lord your counsel, whose deeds are in the dark, and who say, “Who sees us? Who knows us?”16 You turn things upside down!Shall the potter be regarded as the clay,that the thing made should say of its maker, “He did not make me”;or the thing formed say of him who formed it, “He has no understanding”?17 Is it not yet a very little while until Lebanon shall be turned into a fruitful field, and the fruitful field shall be regarded as a forest?18 In that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book,and out of their gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see.19 The meek shall obtain fresh joy in the Lord, and the poor among mankind shall exult in the Holy One of Israel.20 For the ruthless shall come to nothing and the scoffer cease, and all who watch to do evil shall be cut off,21 who by a word make a man out to be an offender, and lay a snare for him who reproves in the gate, and with an empty plea turn aside him who is in the right.22 Therefore thus says the Lord, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob:“Jacob shall no more be ashamed, no more shall his face grow pale.23 For when he sees his children, the work of my hands, in his midst, they will sanctify my name;they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob and will stand in awe of the God of Israel.24 And those who go astray in spirit will come to understanding, and those who murmur will accept instruction.”Sermon Outline1. The inner threat of indifference (v. 9-12)v. 9-10: Astonish yourselves and be astonished; blind yourselves and be blind! Be drunk, but not with wine; stagger, but not with strong drink! For the LORD has poured out upon you a spirit of deep sleep, and has closed your eyes (the prophets), and covered your heads (the seers).v. 11-12: 11: And the vision of all this has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed. When men give it to one who can read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” And when they give the book to one who cannot read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot read.”2. The inner threat of pride (v. 13, 15-16)v. 16: You turn things upside down! Shall the potter be regarded as the clay, that the thing made should say of its maker, “He did not make me”; or the thing formed say of him who formed it, “He has no understanding”?v. 13: And the Lord said: “Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me, and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men.v. 15: Ah, you who hide deep from the LORD your counsel, whose deeds are in the dark, and who say, “Who sees us? Who knows us?”3. The rescue we need from the outside (v. 14, 17-24)v. 14: Therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder.v. 22-23: Therefore thus says the LORD, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob: “Jacob shall no more be ashamed, no more shall his face grow pale. For when he sees his children, the work of my hands, in his midst, they will sanctify my name; they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob and will stand in awe of the God of Israel.Prayer of ConfessionHeavenly Father, there are real threats all around us, but we fail to admit that we ourselves are a threat. We struggle with indifference and do not marvel at how wonderful you are. We struggle with pride and make too much of ourselves. Instead of seeing people for their innate worth, we strip them of their dignity and see them as objects. We look to you as a means for our personal gain. But how amazing is your grace that you rescue us when we do not deserve it, and you extend mercy even though we deserve judgment. May your grace and patience towards us transform our hearts and minds to be more like Jesus. We pray this in his name. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat connected with you from the sermon or the passage?Have you felt indifference towards God? How did that affect your life at the time? How do you see indifference as a threat? In what ways do you struggle with pride? How does that affect your relationships with other people? How have you looked to God to get things from him more so than worshiping him? Of all the things that God has given us that we do not deserve, what resonates the most for you at this time? His kindness, his patience, his rescue, his compassion, etc? Meditate on this and allow your heart to be moved to worship.What do you sense God calling you to do from this passage?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Tim ChangSermon Series: Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the LordIsaiah 29:9-24 (ESV)9 Astonish yourselves and be astonished; blind yourselves and be blind!Be drunk, but not with wine; stagger, but not with strong drink!10 For the Lord has poured out upon you a spirit of deep sleep,and has closed your eyes (the prophets), and covered your heads (the seers).11 And the vision of all this has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed. When men give it to one who can read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” 12 And when they give the book to one who cannot read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot read.”13 And the Lord said:“Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me,and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men,14 therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder;and the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the discernment of their discerning men shall be hidden.”15 Ah, you who hide deep from the Lord your counsel, whose deeds are in the dark, and who say, “Who sees us? Who knows us?”16 You turn things upside down!Shall the potter be regarded as the clay,that the thing made should say of its maker, “He did not make me”;or the thing formed say of him who formed it, “He has no understanding”?17 Is it not yet a very little while until Lebanon shall be turned into a fruitful field, and the fruitful field shall be regarded as a forest?18 In that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book,and out of their gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see.19 The meek shall obtain fresh joy in the Lord, and the poor among mankind shall exult in the Holy One of Israel.20 For the ruthless shall come to nothing and the scoffer cease, and all who watch to do evil shall be cut off,21 who by a word make a man out to be an offender, and lay a snare for him who reproves in the gate, and with an empty plea turn aside him who is in the right.22 Therefore thus says the Lord, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob:“Jacob shall no more be ashamed, no more shall his face grow pale.23 For when he sees his children, the work of my hands, in his midst, they will sanctify my name;they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob and will stand in awe of the God of Israel.24 And those who go astray in spirit will come to understanding, and those who murmur will accept instruction.”Sermon Outline1. The inner threat of indifference (v. 9-12)v. 9-10: Astonish yourselves and be astonished; blind yourselves and be blind! Be drunk, but not with wine; stagger, but not with strong drink! For the LORD has poured out upon you a spirit of deep sleep, and has closed your eyes (the prophets), and covered your heads (the seers).v. 11-12: 11: And the vision of all this has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed. When men give it to one who can read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” And when they give the book to one who cannot read, saying, “Read this,” he says, “I cannot read.”2. The inner threat of pride (v. 13, 15-16)v. 16: You turn things upside down! Shall the potter be regarded as the clay, that the thing made should say of its maker, “He did not make me”; or the thing formed say of him who formed it, “He has no understanding”?v. 13: And the Lord said: “Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me, and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men.v. 15: Ah, you who hide deep from the LORD your counsel, whose deeds are in the dark, and who say, “Who sees us? Who knows us?”3. The rescue we need from the outside (v. 14, 17-24)v. 14: Therefore, behold, I will again do wonderful things with this people, with wonder upon wonder.v. 22-23: Therefore thus says the LORD, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob: “Jacob shall no more be ashamed, no more shall his face grow pale. For when he sees his children, the work of my hands, in his midst, they will sanctify my name; they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob and will stand in awe of the God of Israel.Prayer of ConfessionHeavenly Father, there are real threats all around us, but we fail to admit that we ourselves are a threat. We struggle with indifference and do not marvel at how wonderful you are. We struggle with pride and make too much of ourselves. Instead of seeing people for their innate worth, we strip them of their dignity and see them as objects. We look to you as a means for our personal gain. But how amazing is your grace that you rescue us when we do not deserve it, and you extend mercy even though we deserve judgment. May your grace and patience towards us transform our hearts and minds to be more like Jesus. We pray this in his name. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat connected with you from the sermon or the passage?Have you felt indifference towards God? How did that affect your life at the time? How do you see indifference as a threat? In what ways do you struggle with pride? How does that affect your relationships with other people? How have you looked to God to get things from him more so than worshiping him? Of all the things that God has given us that we do not deserve, what resonates the most for you at this time? His kindness, his patience, his rescue, his compassion, etc? Meditate on this and allow your heart to be moved to worship.What do you sense God calling you to do from this passage?Read AheadIsaiah Sermon Series

Spanners, Trumpets, Brad and Kristian spin the wheel of chaos, errr wonder for another round of 2025 predictions in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast!Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight's Show:⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Brad Philpot https://x.com/BradleyPhilpot⭐ Kristian KP Pederson https://bsky.app/profile/kredep.bsky.social ⭐Missed ApexBluesky Starter Packhttps://bsky.app/starter-pack/bradphilpot.com/3lb7rxueon72oVisit the awesome people at FEEDSPOT for all your podcast needs!https://podcast.feedspot.com/formula_1_podcasts/?feedid=4963503&_src=f2_featured_emailCheck out the amazing Missed Apex Formula E pod!https://open.spotify.com/episode/1B7ezsjPjSkBl2gjwjvJgQ?si=EBA-D3_MToWWkMr5ocKdkwHit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's latest and greatest karting video!!!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qi_Bufm1hZg&t=27sGo see Trumpets LIVE at Joe's pub with the NYC Ska Orchestra.https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2025/n/nyc-ska-orchestra/Buy Amanda's Bookhttps://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spanners, Trumpets, Steve and content creator Cadence get busy with the wildest takes on the 2025 season in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast!Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight's Show:⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Steve Amey⭐ Cadence https://www.instagram.com/p/C54C0evSD5v/ https://www.tiktok.com/@cadencebraking ⭐Missed ApexBluesky Starter Packhttps://bsky.app/starter-pack/bradphilpot.com/3lb7rxueon72oShow some love to SomersF1 Substack! Learn from the best tech F1 analyst in the biz! Hit Like and Subscribe!https://somersf1.substack.com/Buy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work again and leave a good review while you are at it!https://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867⭐ Amanda Weaver https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaweaverwriter https://www.instagram.com/amanda_weaver_author/Go show Amanda's second book Kiss & Collide some love!! Check out the cover reveal and share far and wide!!! https://www.instagram.com/p/DDhYLSUOAmF/Check out Stevens' amazing vocal work on this Petronas Motorsports / Lewis Hamilton Farewell video!!!! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDjfzDDtyGf/?igsh=N3JqbXU0MmUwNDV5 Grab some super Merch for the holidays while you are at it!!! https://missed-apex-podcast.myspreadshop.co.uk/missed+apex+crew+replicas-A65df2f2b4f9dbf7b63a0bff4?productType=1193&sellable=Dq8gGYG5gVF9QZJ4Y47O-1193-22&appearance=109 ==========================================Missed Apex Moto GPhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3IEB1Q2STelYNP7nda3gxdCambridge Science https://open.spotify.com/show/32QDWfn0FhBqzKwtKKPB1FCheck out our Missed Apex road trip to Watkins Glen with 23XI and Juan Pablo Montoya!https://youtu.be/4pEjUONZ7vc?si=vHousXcV15k4cx8THit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's video on the rules of racing!!!!https://youtu.be/p4JCTPfFx-s?si=Wku2lCdKZ9frbRLh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MRC steals the gimmick of May 1967, starting with Amazing Spider-Man #48, Daredevil #28, Thor #140, Tales to Astonish #91 with Namor and Hulk, and X-Men #32! Cruci-fiction! Blind/Freeze-Rays! Stimuloids! Democracy sucks! Infinite Weapons! Satan's Saints! Check it out!

Merry Christmas friends! On this episode, Ryan and Will welcome comic book writer Daniel Kibblesmith to the show for a festive review of his Kitty Pryde / X-Men story in the recent "Holiday Tales to Astonish" anthology comic.Consider supporting the show on PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/user?u=65477484⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the conversation on DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/XHA3a2b2uH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/manypathspodcasts?igsh=Nm15MjQ2dW10cXZ3&utm_source=qr⁠

THOSE WHO KNOW, THEY DON'T LET IT SHOWGary Lactus is joined by Al To Astonish as they do their best to reconstruct the SILENCE! To Astonish! panel at this year's Thought Bubble in lieu of a usable recording. Worst Christmas gift ever? YOU DECIDE!See photos and the full show script heresilencepodcast@gmail.comYou can support us using Patreon if you like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They had to get there eventually. Al and Paul bite the bullet and tackle Citizen V and the V Battalion: The Everlasting #1-4, the second (in any sense you care to choose) miniseries starring everyone's least favourite patriotic superhero. They did it so you don't have to, so the least you can do is listen to them suffer through it.

The writer of the X-Men story in Marvel Holiday Tales to Astonish and Powerpuff Girls Winter Snowdown Showdown joins us this week to talk about what's different about writing a story for a holiday special, that one time Kitty Pryde fought the Alien from Alien, that time a child mistook Ghost Rider for Santa Claus, and, of course, Garfield.We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!

On episode 43, we welcome Daniel Kibblesmith somewhere in the ring! Daniel is a 5-time Emmy-nominated television writer, comedian, and comic book writer. We talk all about his latest projects, including a brand-new Darkwing Duck comic book series with Disney/Dynamite, a new X-Men/Marvel Holiday Tales to Astonish special, and his work on the Netflix animated series, Inside Job. We then break down the hilarious era of WWE when celebrities would host Monday Night Raw, ushering in a Marvel-laden scuffle between Dolph Ziggler, Hugh Jackman, and... MAGNETO!? This and so much more with the prolific Daniel Kibblesmith! Follow Daniel Kibblesmith at: https://bsky.app/profile/kibblesmith.comWatch Pay the Tithe: https://vimeo.com/878487892Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/SomewhereintheRingPodcastByMeACoffee: buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQEmail: SomewhereintheRing@gmail.comFollow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/someringpod.bsky.socialFollow on Instagram: @SomewhereRingPodFollow on Twitter: @SomeRingPodFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/424653323266736Store: http://tee.pub/lic/ULZAy7IY12U© Ryan Sprague, 2024. All Rights Reserved.Produced by LIONSGATE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday, December 3rd Nick is back and we’re talking about All-New Venom #1, Two-Face #1, Absolute Superman #2, DC’s Batman Smells, Robin Laid an Egg #1, Christmas 365 #1, Holiday Tales to Astonish #1, Dread the Halls #1, Deadpool Wolverine Weapon X-Traction #1, and more! Then we’ve got thoughts on some TV, movies, and boardgames... Read more » The post 488: Sgt Rock Paper Scissors appeared first on Rogues Gallery Comics + Games, Round Rock, TX.

Jimmy chats with Daniel Kibblesmith to talk about comics and Daniel's fascinating career. Daniel, once considered "The Clown Prince of Groupon" according to the headline in an Intelligencer article, went from senior marketing copywriter there to writing for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Since leaving The Late Show, Daniel has written comics and for TV, including writing for the animated Netflix series inside job. Daniel comes on the podcast today to discuss his career and a few of the recent stories he's written, including a Kitty Pryde Hanukkah story in Marvel's Holiday Tales to Astonish, Powerpuff Girls Winter Snowdown Showdown, and the trade for Rick and Morty: Finals Week. Also, since this episode was recorded it's been announced that Daniel will be writing Darkwing Duck and working with the incredible team of Ted Brandt and Ro Stein! This was a great conversation that you don't want to miss.  Check out Daniel's website here: https://www.kibblesmith.com/  Marvel's Holiday Tales to Astonish: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/SEP240990 From the publisher This December, get in the holiday spirit with a special new Marvel Comics one-shot: MARVEL HOLIDAY TALES TO ASTONISH! In the great Marvel tradition, behold the many ways your favorite heroes celebrate the season with stories starring the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, and Spider-Man! Brought to you by a lineup of acclaimed Marvel talent, these three heartwarming, inspirational, and action-packed stories are suited for any reader to enjoy, making them the perfect gift for the Marvel fans in your life! Today, fans can check out all four covers, including pieces by Luciano Vecchio and Leonardo Romero along with a wraparound homage cover by Lee Garbett and a hidden gem cover from industry legends Gil Kane and John Romita Sr. Plus check out a sneak peek at all three tales! Here's what fans can look forward to! First, you're invited to the Fantastic Four's Holiday Party! But when an uninvited guest decides to spread doom instead of cheer, the FF jump into action in this delightful story from writer Gerry Duggan and artist Phil Noto. Then, in a tale of Hanukkahs past, Kitty Pryde scrambles to save the day while shopping for gifts for her new teammates—the Uncanny X-Men! Daniel Kibblesmith and Pat Olliffe deliver this X-tra special adventure packed with merry mutant cameos and callbacks to classic X-Men stories! Can Spider-Man stick to his New Year's resolution as well as he sticks to walls? Find out as Peter Parker and Miles Morales ring in the New Year as only Spider-Men can in a spectacular tale by Gene Luen Yang and Dylan Burnett. Powerpuff Girls: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/OCT240190 Rick and Morty: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/NOV241740 Darkwing Duck: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/DEC240163  COMICS OVER TIME Make sure to give a listen to our friends with Comics Over Time. PATREON We have a new Patreon, CryptidCreatorCornerpod. If you like what we do, please consider supporting us. We got two simple tiers, $1 and $3. I'll be uploading a story every Sunday about some of the crazy things I've gotten into over the years. The first one dropped last week about me relocating a drug lord's sharks. Yes, it did happen, and the alligators didn't even get in the way. Want to know more, you know what to do. Our episode sponsors Arkenforge Play TTRPG games? Make sure to check out our partner Arkenforge. They have everything you need to make your TTRPG more fun and immersive, allowing you to build, play, and export animated maps including in person fog of war capability that let's your players interact with maps as the adventure unfolds while you, the DM get the full picture. Use the discount code YETI5 to get $5 off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales to Astonish!!" Did a NASA lander kill life on Mars in the 1970s?! Has alien AI spread through the cosmos?! Was a military spacecraft launched 55 years ago moved by persons unknown? Why did a Montana rancher clone sheep to create giant hybrids? Does human consciousness come from extra dimensions in the universe?! Plus, young geniuses solve the Pythagorean theorem, launch rockets into space, and create fusion energy!!!

STAYradio Episode #241 features guest Astonish from Arizona.

Which Teams Have Been Cheating This Year?Trumpets sits down with Matthew Somerfield, technical editor at Motorsport.com, to get deep into the latest and greatest of the explosion in alleged technical misdeeds this season, plus a little crystal ball gazing in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast.Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarMissed Apex Moto GPhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3IEB1Q2STelYNP7nda3gxdCambridge Science https://open.spotify.com/show/32QDWfn0FhBqzKwtKKPB1FCheck out our Missed Apex road trip to Watkins Glen with 23XI and Juan Pablo Montoya!https://youtu.be/4pEjUONZ7vc?si=vHousXcV15k4cx8TBuy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work again and leave a good review while you are at it!https://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867⭐ Amanda Weaver https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaweaverwriter https://www.instagram.com/amanda_weaver_author/Hit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's video on the rules of racing!!!!https://youtu.be/p4JCTPfFx-s?si=Wku2lCdKZ9frbRLhSUMMARY: On Tonight's Show:⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55⭐ Matthew Somerfield https://twitter.com/SomersF1 ⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To discuss the first half of April 1967, MRC welcomes legendary comics journalist Heidi MacDonald (who actually knew Marie Severin and tells us about her!) She chose her favorites, so we're out of order, doing X-Men 31, Amazing Spider-Man 47, Tales to Astonish 90 featuring Namor and Hulk, and Strange Tales 155 featuring SHIELD and Dr Strange! Check it out!

 In this episode, we relax our usual format a bit as Bryan Stratton, Robb Milne and Jamie Wenger from the Marvel by the Month podcast join us to discuss (and assign ratings to) some iconic -- and less-than-iconic -- Jack Kirby monsters from before Marvel's superhero era! Monsters discussed in this episode: ·       Diablo, the Demon From the Fifth Dimension! (Tales of Suspense #9, 1959) ·       Taboo, the Thing From the Murky Swamp! (Strange Tales #75, 1960) ·       Groot, the Monster From Planet X! (Tales to Astonish #13, 1960) ·       Xemnu, the Living Hulk! (Journey Into Mystery #62, 1960) ·       The Blip! (Tales to Astonish #15, 1961) ·       Goom, the Thing From Planet X! (Tales of Suspense #15, 1960) ·       Googam, Son of Goom! (Tales of Suspense #17, 1961) ·       Fin Fang Foom! (Strange Tales #89, 1961) Recommended in this episode: ·       The Ultimates ·       The Atlas Comics Library No. 1: Adventures Into Terror Vol. 1 ·       The Shadow Over Innsmouth by Gou Tanabe ·       The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia ·       Dracula Vol. 1: The Impaler by Matt Wagner and Kelley Jones       Join us in two weeks as we look ahead to next year's Thunderbolts movie with the beginning of a series of episodes exploring the origins of the Thunderbolts and the Masters of Evil through the decades, beginning with Baron Zemo in Avengers #4, 6, 7 and 9!

Another episode, another convention to bring you all the news from! This time round, Paul and Al are talking about the return of Vertigo (with a detour into the state of Marvel's Red Band), the launch of the Marvel Premiere Collection, Hush 2, Absolute Flash, Martian Manhunter and Green Lantern, Rise of Emperor Doom, IDW's new logo and IDW Dark line, Andy Khouri becoming TMNT editor, and a multitude of Godzilla series, along with reviews of Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu and Batman & Robin Year One. If I had the Official Handbook of the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe, I'd Handbook in the morning.

Spanners, Trumpets and Brad have a scintillating symposium about the ups, downs and sideways of the US Grand Prix in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast.Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarMissed Apex Moto GPhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3IEB1Q2STelYNP7nda3gxdCambridge Science https://open.spotify.com/show/32QDWfn0FhBqzKwtKKPB1FCheck out our Missed Apex road trip to Watkins Glen with 23XI and Juan Pablo Montoya!https://youtu.be/4pEjUONZ7vc?si=vHousXcV15k4cx8TBuy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work again and leave a good review while you are at it!https://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867⭐ Amanda Weaver https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaweaverwriter https://www.instagram.com/amanda_weaver_author/Hit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/See Brad's video on the rules of racing!!!!https://youtu.be/p4JCTPfFx-s?si=Wku2lCdKZ9frbRLhSUMMARY: On Tonight's Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55⭐ Brad Philpot https://x.com/BradleyPhilpot ⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the 1930's and Harper's Bazaar publisher William Randolph Hearst steals away Vogue's star editor, Carmel Snow. Harper Bazaar is within striking distance of its rival. But under the direction of the Newhouse family, Vogue reaches a new peak. They snatch the outrageous Diana Vreeland from Harper's Bazaar and install her as Editor-in-Chief. Vreeland's magical mixture of fantasy, outlandishness and poetry returns Vogue to its front row seat in the Swinging Sixties. But a new challenger enters the ring. Helen Gurley Brown is at the helm of Cosmopolitan and her unique take on seductive fashion and lifestyle will change the glossies for good.Listen to Business Wars on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting wondery.com/links/business-wars/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spanners and Stuffey are joined by Alex Vangeen and Sports reporter Jonathon ‘Jono' Simon as they dig into a heaping plate of the Italian Grand Prix in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast.SUMMARY: On Tonight's Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady⭐ Stuffeyy https://www.youtube.com/@stuffeyy⭐ Alex Vangeen https://x.com/AlexVangeen⭐ Jonathon Simon https://x.com/jonnyess8Hit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/Book a spot at Amanda's F1 book launch if you are local Scroll to Sept. 12 to find it and buy a ticket!https://www.therippedbodicela.com/brooklyn-eventsWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarCheck out Spanners on the amazing Cambridge Science Show!!!! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jL11iKv0fYZDypE5CHlx2?si=6f611e791306467eBuy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work again https://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spanners and Trumpets are joined by professional race car driver Bradley Philpot and Dutch journo Jules Seegers for a hands on deconstruction of the Dutch GP in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast.SUMMARY: On Tonight's Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55⭐ Brad Philpot https://x.com/BradleyPhilpot⭐ Jules Seegers https://x.com/JulesSeegersHit Brad up for some amazing coaching advice!!! Astonish all your racing friends with your newfound pace! https://theracecoach.com/services/Book a spot at Amanda's F1 book launch if you are local Scroll to Sept. 12 to find it and buy a ticket!https://www.therippedbodicela.com/brooklyn-eventsWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarCheck out Spanners on the amazing Cambridge Science Show!!!! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jL11iKv0fYZDypE5CHlx2?si=6f611e791306467eBuy Amanda's Book so Trumpets never has to work again https://books2read.com/Fast-and-Recklesshttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fast-reckless-amanda-weaver/1145186174?ean=9781638931867Listen to the Missed Apex F1 Podcast on other podcasting platforms: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Ru3YXjbgKmQtt0dvxTs42?si=339b372298604737https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/missed-apex-formula-1-podcast/id1097310026PLEASE LEAVE A ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐REVIEW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.