Podcasts about Awesome Con

Actors Sean Astin, Kerri Green, Corey Feldman, Martha Plimpton, Robert Davi and Joe Pantoliano reunited at Awesome Con to celebrate the 40th anniversary since the release of "The Goonies.” They open up to TODAY's Joe Fryer about their lasting bond and the prospects of a sequel.

YouTube Terminated: History repeats itself as Jim and Them lost yet another channel at the hands of the Goblin Ghoul Corey Feldman. IS ALL HOPE LOST?! RESURRECTION THROUGH FILTH PIGS. Awesome Con: Kimpossible pulls off the impossible! Extends an olive branch on behalf of Jim and Them to Corey Feldman at Awesome Con. Enemies Celebrating: There is nothing worse than your enemies celebrating your downfall. COREY'S TWITTER! Also cast of Goonies on the Today Show. COREY FELDMAN!, SHOW STOPPER!, LET'S JUST TALK!, DON CHEADLE!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, JIM AND THEM IS POP CULTURE!, YOU KNOW THAT!, COMEBACK KINGS!, COVER!, TRUE COMEBACK KINGS!, CROWN!, SOCIAL MEDIA!, WILD TWO WEEKS!, ON TOP!, REAL ONES!, TIMELINE!, HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF!, DEJA VU!, APRIL FOOLS PRANK!, YOUTUBE TERMINATED!, ERADICATED!, DECEMBER!, END THE SHOW!, WOLF PACK!, ACTIVE!, FILTH PIGS!, INTENSE!, BEEF!, WAR!, DISCORD!, PATREON!, BOBBY LASERS!, NANCY SPUNGEN!, FORMAT!, CLIPS!, SHORT FORM!, LONG FORM!, LIVESTREAM!, RUMBLE!, KICK!, TERMS OF SERVICE!, HDM!, SELF FELDMAN!, WRITE NAMES ON OUR BODIES!, FIRST SUPERCHAT NAME!, THE SHAPE!, JEFF THE SLOB!, AI!, PRIVACY COMPLAINT!, MISSDOGLUVR!, KEEMSTAR!, DELTA!, FLIGHT CANCELED!, DELAY!, APPEAL PENDING!, AWESOME CON!, ADRIEN SKY!, HIDDEN CAMERA!, SIGNING!, CONVENTION!, JIMMY!, MIKE!, JEFF!, SHARPIE!, HAIR!, HEIGHT!, FRIENDSHIP ARC!, PROPOSAL!, MARRIAGE!, NICE AND FAIR!, ADAN GONZALEZ!, DOCUMENTARY!, HEATHER DAWN MAY!, HDM!, ADRIEN SKY!, MOVIE HANGOUT!, ERADICATED!, 2020DEAD!, 2020EPIC!, HDM PRIVATE!, FAFO!, POPEYE!, GOONIES!, TODAY SHOW!, CAST!, INTERVIEW!, ROBERT DAVI!, SEAN ASTIN!, KERRI GREEN!, MARTHA PLIMPTON!, JOEY PANTS!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

With White Lotus, Righteous Gemstones, Severance, and other big shows finishing up there seasons, Shai and Becky guide you through how to fill your watchlist during the coming TV drought. We also feature special interviews from Awesome Con 2025, including writer/director and host of The Scrary Movie Project podcast, Matt Lolich, Javier and Karen Lopez, Violetteverse, Jay Aress, and more! Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: The Red Tent Fund | HIAS | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.

In this episode, Bob triumphantly returns to the show, Aaron conquers Awesome Con, we find out which Mel Brooks movies hold up, and Steve experiences Love Everlasting! It's a wild episode, folks, filled with devils that may cry, Alicia Masters getting her time in the sun, Martian Manhunters that are absolute, time travel, and more!Books: Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four, Fantastic Four #30, Metamorpho #4, Absolute Martian Manhunter #1, Concert of Champions, Moon GIrl & Devil Dinosaur 10th Anniversary, Fantastic Four #18-19, Love Everlasting #1-15Other Stuff: Devil May Cry Season 1, Awesome Con 2025The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (www.talkingcomicbooks.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, Chris Ceary, and John Burkle who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Another Awesome Con is in the books and we didn't break the bank this year! Join Hoody and Kevin as we recap our adventures at the annual convention while figuring out if there ever will be a limit to Erick's Funko collection! Plus even more Missed Connections from the DMV and we learn about a website we definitely regret learning about!! All that and more in this week's Let's Get Weird!Make sure to also follow both of us on ALL of our social media and leave a review on the podcast so we can bring it back from the dead on a podcast service near you!

Another Awesome Con is in the books, but did Hoody thrive or barely survive this year? Join Hoody and Kevin as we recap what went down at Awesome Con and react to the potential new prices for the Nintendo Switch 2 thanks to the tariffs! Plus how are we feeling about Universal's Epic Universe after its first media weekend? All that and more with the Crisis Crew!Timestamps:00:00:00 Welcome/Whatcha Doing?00:14:55 Hoody Awesome Con00:26:45 Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Delayed00:31:22 CinemaCon Tidbits00:49:21 Universal's Epic Universe ThoughtsBuy Your Own Crisis Crew Shirt!: https://bit.ly/3I5Lv8GNew Episodes of Crisis on Infinite Podcasts come out every Monday and Thursday! Make sure to rate us and subscribe to us on your platform of choice and send us a secret message and we'll read it out loud on next week's show!!

Awesome Con was back at D.C.'s Walter E. Washington Convention for a weekend-long celebration of nerd culture.

Reid, Scott Ellia and Zuhair Ali are together in-person from Washington, DC to recap their annual "Geeky Family Feud" panel at Awesome Con and marvel at Alex Ovechkin's NHL history-making season for the Washington Capitals as they rank their Top 5 8s in Sports History! PLUS: The pros & cons of an expanded NFL season, combatting the Tush Push, obnoxiously loud cosplayers and more!

We're live from the floor at Awesome Conm 2025 with Timmy Da Tiger, the world's biggest Home Alone fan. He ranks all 6 movies and shows off his Macaulay Culkin leg tatoo. Then we hang with The JCU to her hot takes on Creature Commandos, Orphan, and the trailer for Megan 2. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: The Red Tent Fund | HIAS | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.

Turns out we can't take as many shots as we used to! Join Intern John, Sos, Rose, and Hoody as we preview Sos babysitting Skittles this weekend, Hoody going to AwesomeCon with Erick, and John visiting Louisville! Plus what last-minute thing does Sos have planned for Savera's birthday? All that and more with Intern John & Your Morning Show's Leftovers for the week!  Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts 

This week on Get Out There, we get geeky previewing this weekend's Awesome Con

This week WAMU will look at D.C. leader's reactions to Donald Trump's executive order to make D.C. "safe and beautiful," the Virginia General Assembly's one-day session and a weekend at AwesomeCon.

Jason Fraley interviews Kevin Eastman, co-creator of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” ahead of Awesome Con in Washington D.C. on April 4-6. They discuss how his groundbreaking comic book evolved into an animated TV series, action figures, video games and live-action movie blockbusters. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents exclusive interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC. It's a Breaking Bad special as we welcome Breaking Bad actors, the Salamanca Twins, Luis and Daniel Moncada! In an exclusive interview Luis Moncada along with his brother Daniel, use let's just say flowery language to talk about their Breaking Bad journey and their career, the experience on the Con circuit. Don't miss it or the Salamanca Twins will off you!

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents our interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC! It a Breaking Bad special as we welcome Breaking Bad actor Steven Michael Quezada! In an exclusive interview Steven talks about how Breaking Bad has changed his career, working as a stand-up comic and comedy club owner and much more!

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents our interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC! BTB's own Mike "The General" Zad talks to comic book artist and creator Ron Garney, known for his art work in Boom Comic's BRZRKR. Ron talks about working with and collaborating with actor extraordinaire Keanu Reeves, as well as his creative process when working with comic book writers.

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents our exclusive on-location interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC! BTB's own Mike "The General" talks to comic book writer and screenwriter legend, Jeph Loeb! The prolific writer talks about how his works including Batman The Long Halloween and Hush that have influenced Matt Reeves blockbuster "The Batman". Jeph talks about how he got involved in the industry from reading Archie comics to writing for Teen Wolf starring Michael J Fox.

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents our on-location interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC.! In an exclusive, actor RJ Mitte, Walter White Jr. from AMC's Breaking Bad. In an exclusive interview, RJ talks to BTB's own Al Sotto about his Awesome Con experience with his fellow Breaking Bad cast mates, where he would like to see the Walter White Jr. character if there was a spin-off and why we didn't see a cameo in El Camino. In addition RJ talked about his film Triumph starring Terrence Howard, upcoming films Isaac (now titled Love Me Dead) and Westhampton and Guardians of Justice on Netflix. Don't miss it!

Hoody might be in the "dog house" after losing his wedding ring over the weekend! Join Hoody and Erick as we find out how Hoody already lost his ring and what Moira's reaction was when he told her! Plus what is proper etiquette when going to a musical and is Erick any closer to his London trip happening? All that and more in this week's Let's Get Weird!Make sure to also follow both of us on ALL of our social media and leave a review on the podcast so we can bring it back from the dead on a podcast service near you!

The Haters: We get some responses to our recent video regarding Corey's girlfriend's music and we want to thank them. We also have a reminder about an upcoming MISSION. It's Time To Look At Corey's Twitter: Some people call it X, we call it Twitter and the ongoing saga of the Screenrant Top 10 Movies featuring actors from the Goonies continues! Thank you everyone for your assistance in this investigation! Celebrity House Hunting: We view Corey's episode of Celebrity House Hunters as we continue to the delve into the birth of a monster. COREY FELDMAN!, SHOW STOPPER!, LET'S JUST TALK!, DON CHEADLE!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, SUNSET BOULEVARD!, HAUNTED!, REAL ONES!, RESTREAM!, TWITCH!, IT'S TIME TO PLAY A GAME!, JAKE PERRY!, AIM MESSAGE!, AI JEFF!, SUBSCRIPTION!, RENEW!, KIDNAPPED!, TTS!, ADRIEN SKYE!, HOSTAGE!, COCOBUNZ!, COMMENT!, YOUTUBE COMMENT!, I WANT TO PLAY A GAME!, LEGAL NAME!, UPLIFTING!, MOST CREATIVE SONGWRITERS OF THIS GENERATION!, PLASTIC STANDARDS!, NEVER LIVED IN A UHAUL!, THE MISSION!, AWESOME CON!, COCOBUNZ!, PROPOSAL!, SIGNING!, CONTEST!, IT'S TIME TO LOOK AT COREY'S TWITTER!, SCREENRANT!, TOP 10 MOVIES CONTAINING MEMBERS OF THE GOONIES!, SCREENRANT!, SOUNDER!, INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM!, STAND BY ME!, THE LOST BOYS!, LICENSE TO KILL!, THE MATRIX!, LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY!, RUDY!, NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN!, AVENGERS INFINITY WAR!, EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE!, COP OUT!, EXCUSE!, NINJAMOFO1!, ANNOYING NOT THREATENING!, CAT SMILEY!, STAXX!, MISSING PURCHASES!, HDM!, GRACE!, RUDE!, AI JERKS!, HOOKING UP!, CELEBRITY HOUSE HUNTING!, BODYGUARD!, SECURITY!, FAKE!, BLONDE HAIR!, DRE!, YOUTUBE!, FLAGGED!, TAKEN DOWN!, FAIR USE!, POLICY!, AI SONG RECAPS!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Cat Smiley: Not quite a "bounty" but a real life "Cat Smiley" is being put out. Ask Corey if he will marry Jim and Them at his upcoming appearance at Awesome Con in Washington D.C. Corey's Oopsie: After Corey Feldman announced his old drummer died from a fentanyl overdose last week, the family is rightfully upset. Also, Corey as usual is a dick to his fans on Twitter. Extreme Gong Show: A saint uploaded Corey Feldman and the Truth Movement's performance on the Extreme Gong Show from 1998. Did Corey used to still have it? COREY FELDMAN!, SHOW STOPPER!, LET'S JUST TALK!, DON CHEADLE!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, SUPERCHAT!, OBAMNA!, PRMIERE!, PATREON!, REACHER SEASON!, TRASHBEAST!, FIRST SUPERCHAT NAME!, KNOB JOCKEY!, HANK MCCOY!, FREE TIER!, CANCELED THEIR FREE TIER!, REDBAR!, BOUNTY!, CAT SMILEY!, CONVENTIONS!, COREY FELDMAN!, FELDMANUAL!, AWESOMECON!, DC!, APRIL!, KILLING THEM WITH KINDNESS!, BRYAN LEE O'MALLEY!, RL STINE!, RIAN JOHNSON!, THE LAST JEDI!, LOOPER!, CHRIS HARDWICK!, PROPOSAL!, ROM COM!, PLOT TWIST!, MEET CUTE!, COREY'S TWITTER!, PERSONAL LOSS!, DRUMMER!, TOP 10 MOVIES FROM GOONIES ACTORS!, DOXXED HER NAME!, DUKE GADD!, STEVE GADD!, CAROL GADD!, HILARY DUFF!, HEATHER DAWN MAY!, COMEBACK KING!, BANGER!, LAYERS!, X!, TWITTER!, HEIGHT!, IMDB!, DARK MEDIA!, CUSTOM TUMBLER!, COURTNEY!, DIVORCE!, DEMANDS CAR!, BAKERISTA!, BREAD CAR!, EXTREME GONG SHOW!, 90S!, HOST!, RUBBER CHICKEN!, TRUTH MOVEMENT!, BILL CLINTON!, MONICA LEWINSKY!, WING AND DING!, LOVE BOAT!, CLOCKWORK ORANGE!, ITTY BITTY TITTIES AND A BOB!, NEW COREY THINGS!, ALICE IN CHAINS!, WASHED OUT MOVIE STARS!, SAXOPHONE!, BACKUP SINGERS!, MIDGET!, HEIGHT!, BIT!, BABE OF THE DAY!, ALLISON MCCURDY!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents another awesome show featuring the rest of our interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC. Our featured guest is comic book writer and screenwriter legend, Jeph Loeb! BTB's own Mike "The General" talks to the prolific writer about how his works including Batman The Long Halloween and Hush have influenced Matt Reeves "The Batman". Jeph talks about how he got involved in the industry from reading Archie comics to writing for Teen Wolf starring Michael J Fox. In addition BTB's own Al Sotto talks to professional cosplayers Laney Feni, Joe Colton and Wes Whitlock! BTB's host with the most Al Sotto brings to you another entertaining program! In addition joining us will be "The King of the 80s" Chachi McFly, "The SIth Lord" Darth Paul Wallis, and actor and podcaster James "Games" Malone. Song Credits Classic Cut - The Smashing Pumpkins "Siva"

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents another awesome show featuring more interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC. Our featured interview is with actor RJ Mitte, Walter White Jr. from AMC's Breaking Bad. In an exclusive interview RJ talks to BTB's own Al Sotto about his Awesome Con experience with his fellow Breaking Bad cast mates, where he would like to see the Walter White Jr. character if there was a spin-off and why we didn't see a cameo in El Camino. In addition RJ talked about his film Triump starring Terrence Howard, upcoming films Isaac (now titled Love Me Dead) and Westhampton and Guardians of Justice on Netflix. Don't miss it! In addition BTB's own Mike "The General" Zad talks to comic book artist and creator Ron Garney, known for his art work in Boom Comic's BRZRKR. Ron talks about working with and collaborating with actor extraordinaire Keanu Reeves, as well as his creative process when working with comic book writers. BTB's host with the most Al Sotto brings to you another entertaining program! In addition joining us will be "The King of the 80s" Chachi McFly, "Voice of Reason" Michael Dougherty, model and influencer Sarah "Snuffleupagus" Bentman and for the first time on BTB, cyber security guru Chris Magnan! Song Credits Classic Cut - The Corrs "Breathless"

Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) presents another awesome show featuring our first interviews from Awesome Con (www.awesomecon.com) in Washington DC. It a Breaking Bad special we welcome Breaking Bad actor Steven Michael Quezada and the Salamanca Twins, Luis and Daniel Moncada! In an exclusive interview Steven talks about how Breaking Bad has changed his career, working as a stand up comic and comedy club owner and much more! And in a very entertaining interview Luis Moncada along with his brother Daniel, use let's just say flowery language to talk about their Breaking Bad journey and their career, the experience on the Con circuit. Don't miss it or the Salamanca Twins will off you! BTB's host with the most Al Sotto brings to you another entertaining program! In addition it's an A-Team panel as BTB Original "The King of the 80s" Chachi McFly, Mike "The General" Zad and "The Once and Future King" Martin Lopez join the panel! The guys talk about the Oscars and much more! Song Credits Classic Cut - Eric Carmen "Hungry Eyes"

Welcome Dear Listeners to the live at AwesomeCon 2024 Dugongs and Sea Dragons special 2 part episode!  In the thrilling conclusion to part one of our special, the crew discovers the circus is not what it appears to be, and hatches a plan to help.  Please support Dugongs & Sea Dragons on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DugongsAndSeadragons  

Welcome Dear Listeners to the live at AwesomeCon 2024 Dugongs and Sea Dragons special 2 part episode!  In this part, part of the crew decides to go on a relaxing break to the circus while preparing for Herr Findlass' lecture.  Please support Dugongs & Sea Dragons on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DugongsAndSeadragons  

Send us a Text Message.Author Kenton Kilgore, Jennia, and her PA Taylor Gonzales review the highs and lows of D.C.'s AwesomeCon from both a vendor and attendee perspective.▬Visit Kenton's Website:https://kentonkilgore.com/Check out Kenton's books on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kenton-Kilgore/author/B008F95POOFind Kenton on social media:https://www.facebook.com/kentonkilgoreauthor/https://www.instagram.com/kentonkilgoreauthor/

We're back from our post-Awesome Con break! Kelly and Leandra tackle a very *minute* minute and discuss shoes (which ones suck, which ones rule), fart noises, and a very special shadowcast performance of a totally different film! Follow us on instagram and facebook @rockyhorrorminute Email us at rockyhorrorminute@gmail.com just to feel something, and while you're thinking of us, leave a 5-star review for us on Apple Podcasts. If you're listening to us on Youtube, HELLO, like/subscribe and comment! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-horror-minute/support

Howdy, Friends!This week on the GTS Podcast, we're choppin' it up about 2023 Horror/SciFi films. Now, 2023 was a movie on its own, but we're diving into the films that helped us pass the time in the last 365✨Tune in to hear about our favs, flicks that grew on us, fun discoveries, our time at Awesome Con, recent outside funtivities, & more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the only podcast on the internet this week that does not talk about the Oscars! Instead, we discuss comic books like Making Friends Vol. 4: Together Forever, Outsiders, Lovebot, The Last Mermaid, and more! Movie discussions are also on the menu this week, with talk about A Haunting in Venice, The Holdovers, The Menu, and more!Books: The Last Mermaid #1, Ultimate X-Men #1, Faroff (Webtoon), Lovebot (Webtoon), Pixie and Brutus (Webtoon), Kai (Webtoon), Spectacular Spider-Men #1, Outsiders #4, Love Everlasting #13, Ms. Marvel: Mutant Menace #1, Poison Ivy #20, Birds of Prey #7, Making Friends Vol. 4: Together Forever OGNOther Stuff, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (animated series), A Haunting in Venice, The Holdovers, Robin and the Making of America (novel), Reveil (video game)

In this episode, Vinny and myself. Well basically Vinny goes over his amazing weekend at AwesomeCon. RIP to Bo$$ which we start out talking about and then we also venture off into the Oppenheimer film. Better late than never. Enjoy.

Who are we? Who do we want to be? Sometimes, the truth is a lie well told. Tom King returns to the podcast for his most in-depth conversation, breaking down the themes of his iconic Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow run and why so much of his personal history wound up within it. Explore no further if you have not already read Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. We spoil everything. We've wanted to have this conversation with Tom King since we read the first issue, and it became utterly vital for our well-being after we read the last issue. We begin with the title and its significance at the start of the project versus its significance at the halfway point. From there, we consider Supergirl's quest alongside the vengeance-seeking Ruthye, how both characters are changed by the other, and just exactly what we're supposed to take away from that final page. A comic like Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow doesn't come around too often. Every creator involved, from King to artist Bilquis Evely to colorist Matheus Lopes to letter Clayton Cowles, is operating at the height of their powers. It seems impossible to replicate, yet the entire team returns to comic shops this week with Helen of Wyndhorn. And yeah, we've read the first issue, and we're already in awe of what they're cooking inside this Wizard of Oz meets Conan the Barbarian tale. Special Bonus! Learn Tom King's Secret Comic Book Couples Counseling origin. We'll say no more here, but it's a fun tidbit for podcast trivia seekers. Finally, we begin our episode celebrating this year's Awesome Con experience and the first-ever CBCC panel held on March 8th at 8:30 PM in Room 206 of the Washington DC Convention Center. Our thanks to everyone who came out for our counseling session. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow was originally published between August 2021 and April 2022. It's currently available in trade paperback from DC Comics, but a new Deluxe Hardcover edition will arrive on July 24th. Find it wherever rad books are sold. Continue this conversation with Tom King via Twitter, Threads, and Instagram. As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: Tom King and Elsa Charretier on Love Everlasting Tom King and Mitch Gerads on Batman: The Brave and the Bold Tom King on Danger Street Subscribe to the Free CBCC Newsletter Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 3/17 at 4:00 PM for our Hellboy (2004) screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

Another Awesome Con is officially in the books, but why did Hoody and Erick have completely different experiences this year? Join Hoody and Erick as we each recap our weekends at Awesome Con and also figure out if what it'll take for Hoody to get Moira to go back next year! Plus even more Missed Connections from the DMV! All that and more in this week's Let's Get Weird!Make sure to also follow both of us on ALL of our social media and leave a review on the podcast so we can bring it back from the dead on a podcast service near you!

Hoody may have survived Awesome Con, but what will he never do again because of this weekend? Join Hoody and Kevin as we recap what went down at Awesome Con and react to the new trailer for the Fallout series coming out next month! Plus what do we want in the next Super Mario Bros. Movie? All that and more with the Crisis Crew!Buy Your Own Crisis Crew Shirt!: https://bit.ly/3I5Lv8GNew Episodes of Crisis on Infinite Podcasts come out every Monday and Thursday! Make sure to rate us and subscribe to us on your platform of choice and send us a secret message and we'll read it out loud on next week's show!!

Joined by our friends Darya Bajestani, Roxana Hadadi, Ali Nasser, and Zaina Ujayli (while sadly missing Mae!), we're live at D.C.'s premier comic-con, Awesome Con! In this panel of SWANA writers, scholars, artists, and actors, we will discuss how we grew up feeling or not feeling represented, how Hollywood has constantly Orientalized our peoples, excluded us, and appropriated our cultures, where we see signs of improvement, our favorite examples of SWANA representation and SWANA creators in pop culture today, and what Hollywood needs to do to have our peoples represented more broadly and positively across pop culture.    Check out the panel on The Nerds of Color YouTube channel   Rocky's analysis of Dune 2 for Vulture   Decolonize Palestine Support UNRWA Support the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) and families in Gaza Six ways you can support Palestinians in Gaza Islamic Relief USA: Support Families in Palestine   Follow Rocky on Twitter @roxana_hadadi Follow Ali on social media @TheAliNasser Follow Darya on social media @rorvkk Follow Zaina on social media @zainaujayli Follow us on social media: @TheMiddleGeeks Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media   Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family. Please support us on Patreon!

Some of the crew are hanging out and talking about the Discovery Channel Documentary Sharks Vs. Dolphins: Bahamas Battleground!, which features our favorite cast member, Dr. Frances Farabaugh.  We will be on a small hiatus whilst a bunch of us are busy doing a live filming at Awesome Con in Washington DC, on Sunday 10 March. We will be back on regular podcasts starting on the 18th.  Please support Dugongs & Sea Dragons on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DugongsAndSeadragons  

In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," Rob Lee interviews Leslye Penelope, an award-winning author, discussing her lifelong passion for writing and her journey as an author. They explore Leslye's background in film and computer science, her reading habits, and her love for fantasy, paranormal, and romance genres. Leslye shares insights into her writing process, from the initial story seed to the final draft, emphasizing the importance of decision-making and trusted feedback. They also touch on the challenges of categorization in literature and the significance of community for creators.Episode Highlights:Lifelong Passion for Writing - Leslye Penelope delves into her early beginnings as a writer and how her passion for storytelling has evolved over the years. [00:02:30]Multifaceted Background - The conversation covers Leslye's unique background in film and computer science and how these fields have influenced her writing career. [00:08:15]Genre Love - Leslye discusses her affinity for fantasy, paranormal, and romance genres, and how these preferences shape the themes and styles of her books. [00:14:50]Writing Process - Insights into Leslye's approach to writing are shared, including how she develops her ideas from inception to the polished final draft. [00:21:10]Literature Categorization Challenges - The discussion highlights the difficulties authors face with the categorization of their work in the literary world and its impact. [00:33:45]Importance of Community - Leslye emphasizes the value of having a supportive community for writers and creators, and how it has influenced her journey. [00:42:30]Key Takeaways:Embrace Your Unique Journey: Leslye Penelope's path to becoming an award-winning author was non-traditional, involving a background in film and computer science. This highlights the lesson that individual experiences and diverse skills can contribute to one's success as a writer, and that there is no single, correct path to achieving success in the arts.The Writing Process is a Series of Decisions: Leslye's discussion about her writing process, from the inception of an idea to the final draft, underscores the lesson that writing is a complex endeavor requiring numerous decisions. This includes the choice of genre, plot development, character creation, and the incorporation of feedback, all of which are critical to crafting a compelling story.Community and Feedback are Vital: The conversation about the importance of community for creators and the role of trusted feedback in refining one's work teaches the lesson that authors should not work in isolation. Engaging with a community of readers and fellow writers can provide the support and constructive criticism necessary to improve one's craft and navigate the challenges of literary categorization.Leslye's Social Media Links:Website: lpenelope.comX(twitter): @leslyepenelopeInstagram: leslyepenelopeFacebook: Leslye/L. PenelopeLinkedIn: Leslye Reaves

It's a big weekend for the show as Sos is introducing her man to the show! Join Intern John, Shelby Sos, Rose, and Hoody as we prepare Sos for what's to come and figure out how much money Hoody is spending at Awesome Con this weekend! Plus what does Rose still need to do ahead of Baby #2? All that and more with Intern John & Your Morning Show's Leftovers for the week!Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week:The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts

In this episode, Rob Lee welcomes Bethany C. Morrow, a renowned speculative fiction author, to discuss the intersection of memory and identity in her work. Bethany shares insights into her writing process and the themes she explores in her novels.Episode Highlights:Bethany's journey as a writer and her early experiences with storytelling (00:00:10-00:12:04)The genesis of Bethany's book "Mem" and its exploration of memory and identity (00:32:10-00:47:04)Bethany's perspective on writing for different audiences and the considerations behind her work (00:26:54-00:30:33)Excitement for upcoming appearances at Awesome Con and the impact of speculative fiction on readers (00:42:18-00:50:43)Key Takeaways:Memory and identity are central themes in Bethany C. Morrow's work, reflecting on the importance of personal narratives.Writing for different audiences requires a thoughtful approach to storytelling and the intended impact on readers.Speculative fiction offers a unique lens to explore complex societal issues and personal experiences.Links to Bethany's Social Media:Website: bethanycmorrow.comX(Twitter): Bethany C. MorrowInstagram: bcmorrowFacebook: Bethany C MorrowVisit Bethany C. Morrow's website and social media profiles to explore more of her work, rate and review this episode, and support the podcast on Patreon. This episode of The Truth in This Art is proudly sponsored by Awesome Con. If you're in the Washington DC area, you won't want to miss out on this 3-day celebration of all things geeky!From March 8th to 10th, 2024, head over to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center at 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC 20001. Awesome Con brings together over 70,000 fans for a fantastic lineup of stars from comics, movies, TV, toys, games, and more.If you're curious about past Awesome Con episodes, be sure to check out the archive of episodes. It's a great way to get a taste of what this convention is all about. So, mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of geek culture! ★ Support this podcast ★

Roxana Hadadi joins us once again to review the Dune franchise, now with Dune: Part Two in theaters. In a franchise that appropriates so much from SWANA and Muslim cultures, does the second installment improve on that regard, or does it continue to appropriate and Orientalize? But even beyond that, does Denis Villeneuve effectively convey the meaning of Frank Herbert's original text, and its warning against hero worship? Or have audiences taken the wrong message with this latest installment? We discuss all of those aspects, talk about what you can do to help Palestine, give our recommendations, and much more.   Rocky's analysis of Dune 2 for Vulture. Come join us at our panel at Awesome Con in Washington, DC, 'The State of SWANA Representation in Pop Culture,' March 9, 2:30-3:15 at the Walter E. Convention Center!   Decolonize Palestine Support UNRWA Support the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) and families in Gaza Six ways you can support Palestinians in Gaza Islamic Relief USA: Support Families in Palestine Follow Rocky on Twitter @roxana_hadadi Follow us on social media: @TheMiddleGeeks   Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family.

In this episode, Rob Lee sits down with Craig Rousseau, an acclaimed comic book artist, to delve into his journey in the world of comics, discussing his unique artistic flair and experiences working with Marvel, DC, and independent titles.Episode Highlights:Craig's childhood love for comics and journey into the world of art (00:00:10-00:05:42)The creative process behind comic book art and collaboration with writers (00:11:40-00:18:36)Insights on the evolving comic industry and the impact of technology (00:20:24-00:23:58)Excitement for Awesome Con 2024 and upcoming projects (00:32:52-00:36:36)Key Takeaways:Embrace feedback but stay true to your artistic vision.Collaborative partnerships can lead to innovative storytelling.Technology has revolutionized the comic industry, opening new avenues for creators.Links to Craig's Social Media:Website: craigrousseau.comX(twitter): craig rousseauInstagram: craigrousseauFacebook: craig rousseau draws comics! Visit Craig Rousseau's website and social media profiles to explore more of his work. Don't forget to rate and review this episode and support Rob Lee's Patreon. This episode of The Truth in This Art is proudly sponsored by Awesome Con. If you're in the Washington DC area, you won't want to miss out on this 3-day celebration of all things geeky!From March 8th to 10th, 2024, head over to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center at 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC 20001. Awesome Con brings together over 70,000 fans for a fantastic lineup of stars from comics, movies, TV, toys, games, and more.If you're curious about past Awesome Con episodes, be sure to check out the archive of episodes. It's a great way to get a taste of what this convention is all about. So, mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of geek culture! ★ Support this podcast ★

Ryan and Adam interview the Queen of all Nerds and self-described “World's Oldest Living Housecat”, Dax Exclamationpoint, as well as the Chanteuse of Southern Maryland and WATCH award winning actor D'Manda Martini! We go deep on their entertainment careers, their favorite cosplays, the evolution of con culture, and a preview of Washington DC's Awesomecon and our 2nd Annual Haus of X afterparty at Trade this Saturday night, 3/9 - listen now! Creator Crush is an interview series where we chat with our favorite nerdom creators and entertainers, learning more about their work, their thoughts on the industry, and what makes them so darn special.

This week's episode is the conversation we've wanted to have with Tyler Crook from the moment we first read The Lonesome Hunters. Despite already having two wonderful chats with Crook on the record, we couldn't let him rest there. After Dark Horse Comics released the second volume, The Wolf Child, we needed to go full-spoilers, and it appears Tyler Crook needed to do the same thing. We start at the end and work our way back to the beginning, picking through the comic's various themes and how they got there. All of that is to say that you've been warned. If you have not read The Lonesome Hunters: The Wolf Child, please do so immediately. While not centered on a romantic couple, it's the perfect Comic Book Couples Counseling comic, a place where the reader can go to find themselves as Tyler Crook has put everything of himself into it. The book's central protagonists, Howard and Lupe, are thrust onto a road with an undercurrent of magic. One has avoided it for most of their life; the other desperately clings to it in hopes of relief. When a comic like this one comes around, you must celebrate. The Lonesome Hutners: The Wolf Child is the purest of expressions, written, illustrated, colored, and lettered by Tyler Crook. It's a human bound in pages, and the result is something so painfully, beautifully relatable. Our previous conversations with Tyler Crook will contextualize some of this interview. Please hit the links to those episodes below. It's always lovely to chat with Crook. We dig as deep into The Lonesome Hunters' mythology as the artist will allow at this point. We tell him what we think the comic is about, and he encouragingly responds to those interpretations. The Lonesome Hunters The Wolf Child is now available from Dark Horse Comics, wherever fine comic books are sold. You can continue your conversation with Tyler Crook via his Blue Sky, Instagram, and Website. Also, you can listen to his music through his Bandcamp page (although it's also available on Spotify, Apple Music, and the like). As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: Our 1st Tyler Crook Conversation Our 2nd Tyler Crook Conversation Subscribe to the Free CBCC Newsletter Our Recent Appearance on My Marvelous Year (Convincible) Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 3/17 at 4:00 PM for our Hellboy (2004) screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

Awesome Con is officially happening this week and we're here to give you all the pro tips you need to know! Join Hoody and Kevin as we share our expert advice on how to survive your favorite convention and talk the most obscure games we played back in the day! Plus what new device do you need to add to your home theater experience? All that and more with the Crisis Crew!Buy Your Own Crisis Crew Shirt!: https://bit.ly/3I5Lv8GNew Episodes of Crisis on Infinite Podcasts come out every Monday and Thursday! Make sure to rate us and subscribe to us on your platform of choice and send us a secret message and we'll read it out loud on next week's show!!

Some birthdays are bigger than others. To properly celebrate the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles hitting their forties this year, IDW Publishing is determined to make a fuss regarding our favorite comic book siblings, including, but not limited to, inviting heavyweight scribe Jason Aaron onto their flagship title. The main monthly comic will relaunch with a new number one in July but remain faithful to IDW's continuity, all one hundred and fifty issues of it. This week on Comic Book Couples Counseling, Jason Aaron reveals the title of his run's first storyline, how it's layered with meaning, especially for fans of the original Mirage Studios stories, and why it was necessary to collaborate with such wickedly cool stylists like Joëlle Jones, Rafael Albuquerque, Cliff Chiang, and Chris Burnham. We also discuss why he's starting his saga with four solo adventures, with each of the first four issues focusing on a specific brother, and how June's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Alpha #1 one-shot will set the stage and tone for what's to come. Once upon a time, a young Jason Aaron purchased Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #3 and had his little mind melted. He wants to bring the same punk rock energy to his series that the original creators, Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, brought to every one of their comics. We return to this headspace with Jason Aaron, revisit a few of our favorite Ninja Turtle comics, and speculate on what we may see on the page in the very near future. We've said it before, and we'll say it again: there is no better time to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan. All rapidly on their way, we have a new monthly series written by Jason Aaron, another series titled TMNT: Mutant Nation, Juni Ba and Fero Pe's Nightwatcher spin-off, a Saturday Morning Adventures TMNT/Usagi Yojimbo crossover one-shot, and the artist showcase anthology, TMNT: Black, White, and Green. So, yeah, we had to take a moment and break all that down too. OH! And remember, The Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution hits shops on March 6th! Keep your eyes glued to the IDW Publishing page as more and more Ninja Turtles 40th Anniversary celebrations are revealed, and make sure to follow Jason Aaron on Twitter, Instagram, and his website. As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral In addition, this episode is sponsored by Third Eye Comics, your friendly neighborhood comic shop with seven locations in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area. They're your one-stop shop for all things comics, graphic novels, toys, games, records, movies & more! Not local but still looking for an awesome place to meet all your comic needs? They've also got an amazing website, shop.thirdeyecomics.com, where you can browse thousands of items, pre-order your new comics, and have it all sent right to your doorstep for a flat $5 shipping rate! Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: Kevin Eastman on CBCC TMNT x CBCC Subscribe to the Free CBCC Newsletter Jason Aaron on comicbook.com Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 3/17 at 4:00 PM for our Hellboy (2004) screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

Everybody must get stoned! But first, Kelly and Leandra are joined by Luke Allen of Ask Seek Knock to discuss overacting (not Leandra's) and exhibitionism (not Kelly's)! We want to hear from you and here's how: Email us at rockyhorrorminute@gmail.com with your shadowcasting and cosplay pics, leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, and follow us on instagram and facebook @rockyhorrorminute! Come see us in DC at Awesome Con or at Sonic Transducer shows! Comment on our youtube videos (but not before you like and subscribe)! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-horror-minute/support

All biography is autobiography. Nowhere is this more evident than when discussing Tom Scioli's back-to-back books, Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics and I Am Stan: A Graphic Biography of the Legendary Stan Lee. Since his earliest works, Scioli has found himself through his reverence, study, and subversion of the King. Kirby's collaborations with Stan Lee shaped much of our current cultural imagination, and they absolutely reworked Scioli's DNA and continue to do so with each passing day. During our first conversation with Tom Scioli, done shortly after he completed his Jack Kirby biography, he seemed hesitant to the idea of tackling Stan Lee next. Three years later, he's done so, but he did it in an unexpected way, skipping the interior path into his subject and embracing the exterior. After all, there are so many more interviews, articles, biographies, and documentaries on Stan "The Man" Lee than Jack Kirby, and it was much easier to source the events described in I Am Stan. Hell, the appendix to the comic is almost as richly readable as the comic itself. I Am Stan's front cover and first two pages establish a challenging position, especially for those who've adored Stan Lee in a particular fashion for so many decades. We're grateful to have Tom Scioli on the podcast this week to discuss those opening blows and the sympathy and love he still carries for the man who many believe built Marvel Comics. We discuss how his approach to Stan Lee differed from Jack Kirby's and how both books combine to form a third narrative. I Am Stan: A Graphic Biography of the Legendary Stan Lee is now available from Ten Speed Press. Make sure to follow Tom Scioli on Twitter HERE, on Instagram HERE, and on Patreon HERE. As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral In addition, this episode is sponsored by Third Eye Comics, your friendly neighborhood comic shop with seven locations in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area. They're your one-stop shop for all things comics, graphic novels, toys, games, records, movies & more! Not local but still looking for an awesome place to meet all your comic needs? They've also got an amazing website, shop.thirdeyecomics.com, where you can browse thousands of items, pre-order your new comics, and have it all sent right to your doorstep for a flat $5 shipping rate! Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: Tom Scioli on Jack Kirby Tom Scioli on Fantastic Four: Grand Design Subscribe to the Free CBCC Newsletter Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 2/25 at 4:00 PM for our Meteor Man screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

We welcome back our friends Jasmin and Isa to discuss Assassin's Creed Mirage, a sprawling action-adventure game from Ubisoft set in 9th Century Abbasid Baghdad, that tells the story of Basim Ibn Ishaq (Lee Majdoub) and his mentor Roshan (Shohreh Aghdashloo). We go into detail on why this game is the the best Iraqi, Arab, Persian, Muslim, and SWANA representation we've ever seen in gaming, and why the story and setting resonated with us so much. Beware of spoilers later the conversation. We also discuss the tragic news of the unfolding Israeli genocide in Gaza, and what we can keep doing to support Palestinians and work towards a Free Palestine.   Full Spoilers for the ending of Assassin's Creed Mirage from 1:01:00-1:17:31 Come join us at our panel at Awesome Con in Washington, DC, 'The State of SWANA Representation in Pop Culture,' March 9th, 2:30-3:15 at the Walter E. Convention Center!   Decolonize Palestine Support the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) and families in Gaza Six ways you can support Palestinians in Gaza Islamic Relief USA: Support Families in Palestine Masha Gessen's piece in The New Yorker: 'In the Shadow of the Holocaust'   Swara's piece on Assassin's Creed Mirage for But Why Tho? Swara's interview with Shohreh Aghdashloo for But Why Tho? Swara's interview with Lee Majdoub and Narrative Director Sarah Beaulieu for But Why Tho?   Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family. Follow us on online @TheMiddleGeeks Follow Jasmin online @jasminjoestar Follow Isa online @evilcleverdog Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media Please support us on Patreon!

What's in the box!? Scott Summers invites Emma Frost into his mind palace and shows her his special black cube, constructed with a little help from his ex. Gulp. This week, we reach the halfway point in our ScEmma Counseling Session series, discussing Dark X-Men: The Confession as well as Uncanny X-Men issues 518 and 519, which mark the height of their functionality. Yup, it's the top of their hill, and we're not ready to look on the other side. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Instead, let's revel in their achievements as they recognize each other's authentic selves while casting off their conditioned selves. Namor, Tony Stark, the X-Force kill squad. Forget about them. Scott and Emma, you're two desperate, hyper-vigilant people pleasers who can forget their shady past sins and embrace their sexy present sins. Helping us navigate Scott and Emma's multiple psychic revelations is Dr. Nicole Lepera and her book, How to Be the Love You Seek: Break Cycles, Find Peace and Heal Your Relationships. Together, we explore the seven conditioned selves, consider which apply to Scott and Emma, and wonder whether Psylocke was the right choice for Professor X's surgical assistant. Dark X-Men: The Confession was published by Marvel Comics in September 2009. It's written by Craig Kyle and Chris Yost, penciled by Bing Cansino, inked by Roland Paris, colored by Edgar Delgado and Brian Reber, and lettered by Rob Steen. Uncanny X-Men issues 518 and 519 were published between December of 2009 and January of 2010. They were written by Matt Fraction, penciled by Terry Dodson, inked by Rachel Dodson, colored by Justin Ponsor, and lettered by Joe Caramagna. As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral In addition, this episode is sponsored by Third Eye Comics, your friendly neighborhood comic shop with seven locations in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area. They're your one-stop shop for all things comics, graphic novels, toys, games, records, movies & more! Not local but still looking for an awesome place to meet all your comic needs? They've also got an amazing website, shop.thirdeyecomics.com, where you can browse thousands of items, pre-order your new comics, and have it all sent right to your doorstep for a flat $5 shipping rate! Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: ScEmma - New X-Men: The Psychic Affair Episode ScEmma - New X-Men: Here Comes Tomorrow Episode Subscribe to the Free CBCC Newsletter Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 2/25 at 4:00 PM for our Meteor Man screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

The initial mission was to create a character who would outlast him. Todd McFarlane stared down Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. He knew he had a character within him that could last beyond his own lifetime; he just had to pull him out. Spawn might not have outlived his maker yet, but he has survived and thrived these last thirty-plus years. As has Todd's action figure empire, McFarlane Toys, celebrating its thirtieth anniversary this year. Next month, Spawn continues its record-breaking run, reaching a milestone of three hundred and fifty issues. The comic promises to answer questions that have been building for years while laying the groundwork for a Spawn Universe explosion: seven new Spawn-related titles will hit shelves throughout 2024. You might think Todd McFarlane would be preoccupied with everything happening in his world in 2024, but he's already scrawling out his 2025 plans. Longevity is the great, underrated value in business. As is the importance of a thick back catalog ready to exploit when the spotlight falls upon it. This week, Todd McFarlane returns to Comic Book Couples Counseling for the fourth time, and it's our longest and most in-depth conversation so far. We ask him about the lessons we could all learn from the four decades he's spent in the comic book trenches. While he's initially resistant to accept that there are any lessons to grab, he generously opens up and shares his various philosophies. These are the secrets to Todd's success. Spawn #350 arrives from Image Comics on February 21st. If you want to continue our discussion with Todd McFarlane, you can find him on Twitter and Instagram, as well as his Website. Follow McFarlane Toys through Twitter and Instagram. As always, Omnibus, the Digital Comic Store and Reader, sponsors our Referrals segment. This week, we selected two comic book titles on the site that satisfy this episode's themes. We won't spoil what they are here, but if you click the links below, you'll be immediately escorted to those books. Brad's Referral Lisa's Referral In addition, this episode is sponsored by Third Eye Comics, your friendly neighborhood comic shop with seven locations in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area. They're your one-stop shop for all things comics, graphic novels, toys, games, records, movies & more! Not local but still looking for an awesome place to meet all your comic needs? They've also got an amazing website,shop.thirdeyecomics.com, where you can browse thousands of items, pre-order your new comics, and have it all sent right to your doorstep for a flat $5 shipping rate! Don't forget to join us for the first-ever Comic Book Couples Counseling panel on March 8th at Washington DC's Awesome Con. Room 206 at 8:30 PM! Other Relevant Links: Todd McFarlane and Greg Capullo on Batman/Spawn Todd McFarlane at San Diego Comic-Con The Ten Best Spawn Comics According to Todd McFarlane Scott and Emma: New X-Men - Here Comes Tomorrow Subscribe to the FREE CBCC Newsletter Final Round of Plugs (PHEW) Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 2/25 at 4:00 PM for our Meteor Man screening, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.