Podcasts about caffeinated comics

Today's guest host, Elliot Serrano https://radiomisfits.com/cc226/ https://www.facebook.com/ElliottSerrano - Jon Clarke, Host of Caffeinated Comics https://www.listennotes.com/da/podcasts/caffeinated-comics-on-radio-misfits-jon-ArCB0RjDId3/ and the Old Young Ones https://www.facebook.com/CaffeinatedComics/

There are big plans afoot! Jon heard a podcast idea from Howie Weingarten so good it will shake the foundation of "Caffeinated Comics" itself! Stay tuned for all the details in the next episode. Plus, disappointing Super Bowl ads, a Batman creator steps on Jon's legacy, and pinning all hopes on Ryan Reynolds. [Ep370]

In the age of social media is anyone worth admiring? Jon and Elliott meet face to face to discuss how to forgive franchises when they turn, keeping politics out of anything, and hating the creators of the things we love. Plus, ageism in comics, skipping "Ghostbusters" and exploring brandy. [Ep369]

Jon drops in for a quick podcast when life gets in the way. Jon's son went into the hospital for a routine surgery that felt anything but routine. Jon discusses how Ben is doing now, the calming power of Adam West, and why geek culture is meant to be a distraction, not a stress. [Ep368]

Marvel releases an entire streaming series in one day about a D level character while the brand is on decline.So why watch it? Jon and Elliott discuss the return to form for the Netflix Marvel style series, how multiple differentiations keep it from being preachy and why the entire MCU needs to revolve around the Kingpin. Plus, the new Indiana Jones video game, the new, new Doctor Who companion, and the persistent wattage of Adam West. [Ep367]

2023 shook up the collecting world and Mike Caplan is here to make sense of it. The owner of "Mr. Wayne's Pop Culture Collectibles has a long talk with Jon about the gateway drug of  Funko Pops, how inflation is causing a move to higher-end collectibles and whether there is a ceiling for the prices collectors will pay for something they really want. Plus, podcasting in -11 degrees. [Ep366]

Howie Weingarten is a die-hard Godzilla fan and has good reasons to be elated and angry. Jon and Howie discuss how the latest Japanese version of Godzilla may be the best iteration since the 50s. Also, why he hates hates hates the new Apple TV series "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters". [Ep364]

Everybody hated 2023 and Jon hates that. In a quick minisode, he goes over what he loved about 2023, and it's more than just "Picard: Season 3". Want to add your thoughts? Send a comment to https://www.facebook.com/CaffeinatedComics [Ep364]

In the midst of layoffs from one of the biggest American toy companies, Jon discusses what went right this year with Captain Toy himself! Michael Crawford runs down his personal Top 10 of 2023, how inflation and experience shapes a collection, and why Mezco is taking up so much of his time. Plus, knowing when to be a completist on a line and knowing when to get out.  [Ep363]

The comics market is changing and everyone has their own reason why. Jon and Elliott pore over the social media firestorm over the different ideas comic creators, retailers and fans have for falling comic book sales. From inflation to the end of periodicals to good old finger pointing, every excuse will be examined and dismissed. Plus, loving Mark Waid, feeling conflicted about Joss Whedon and arguing over what makes an argument. [Ep362]

It's Doctor Who's birthday and the BBC are celebrating with a soft reboot! Jon talks to JB Anderton, the host of the podcast "Doctor Who Gives a F*ck" on whether the Doctor is worth caring about again. Plus, breaking continuity, how David Tennant plays the Doctor today and why the long running sci-fi series is actually a magic trick. [Ep361]

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" has arrived on Disney Plus and it's brought a new documentary on Harrison Ford with it. Jon and Elliott discuss what the doc covers (and doesn't), how we can get to know the enigmatic Harrison Ford and how Disney Plus can save the reputation of the final Indy film. Plus, unstable digital libraries, the year of old men, and not being able to contain ourselves about "Doctor Who". [Ep360]

Jon and Howie Weingarten took the holiday weekend to cram in as many "Mystery Science Theater 3000" level movies as possible. Some were amazing, some were painful and some were unwatchable. But if they were all bad, what's the difference? Jon and Howie discuss the difference in tone and how the filmmakers sense of fun translates to an audience, even if the execution stinks. Plus, how much does nostalgia play into reviewing old movies, the FOMO of rotten movies, and why we return to franchises over and over again. [Ep359]

Steven Brown returns to the studio to talk MCU. Jon and Steven discuss skipping "The Marvels" to finish Loki Season 2, why Kevin Feige is the new Brian Michael Bendis, and whether pausing creative work recharges it or loses its spark forever. [Ep358]

We made up for starting our halloween celebration late by keeping it going an extra week. Howie Weingarten returns to speak of his love of haunted houses. He talks about the relationships between the guests and the actors, how out of the way locations bring more people in, and the responses he got when volunteering as his own monster. Plus, the fine line between scaring people and torturing them, how COVID impacted the haunted house market and why somebody needs to make an Arkham Asylum haunted house.  [Ep357]

Halloween came last this year! Jon and Howie line up a murderer's row of horror recommendations as November rears its ugly head. Why were Roger Corman's Edgar Allen Poe movies "A" list movies? When did "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" get an identity crisis? And, is "Sorority Babes at the Slimeball Bowl-a-Rama" just a good title? [Ep356]

Marvel Legend DG Chichester returns to comics in a big way! Dan tells Jon and Elliott all about his new 4-issue limited series "Daredevil: Black Armor" and how he returned to write Matt Murdock after 25 years. Plus, the shadow of Frank Miller, the next generation of Marvel talent and the kickstarter for his new creator-owned comic "Axles Infernal"! [Ep355]

Todd comes to the podcast with a Kickstarter already funded, so he tells Jon and Steven what's in store for his latest novel and audiobook. Then, Todd uses his unique view into the comic book landscape to explain why sales charts no longer exist, what might actually be a hit and just what is going on with digital comics. [Ep354]

A comic legend has passed away. Jon and Elliott discuss how Keith Giffen' dark art style and quirky sense of humor made him the backbone of DC comics for a generation, from Legion of Superheroes and Ambush Bug to Justice League International and 52 (not to mention creating Lobo). Plus, the return of Frasier Crane, why Loki is the new Doctor and how to let Batman back into your life. [Ep353]

Want to live in Jerry Seinfeld's apartment? Neal Fischer can get you the next big thing. His new book "Behind the Screens" showcases floorplans from tv's greatest shows from "The Brady Bunch" to "Scandal". Jon and Neal discuss the missing fourth wall in most tv homes, impossible hallways and props that exist through the decades. Plus, missing writer's rooms, nostalgia through streaming and the last iconic set. [Ep352]

Toy Fair returns but in the fall, with no new announcements and planning to leave New York for New Orleans. Jon and Elliott discuss the changing face of press events, whether conventions are still the backbone of the industry and why AI doesn't matter. Plus, streaming Vincent Price, VHS tapes and the problem with being Spider-Boy. [Ep351]

Jon had COVID all last week so we're celebrating Batman Day today! Jon and Elliott discuss why the strikes have slowed down momentum for the world's most popular comic book character, how current loyalty can turn into nostalgia and when we can expect the next Bat renaissance. Plus, a new Doctor Who trailer, non-sexual man crushes, and why no one will remember Larry, Daryll and Daryll. [Ep350]

Hasbro's Marvel Legends has returned with another large figure! Steven tells Jon why the classic Avenger is already on his wish list, how Hasbro recovered from the failure of last year's Engine of Destruction and whether a Quinjet is in the line's future. Plus, McFarlane goes his own way, the endless choices of character selections through multiple eras and why Gen Xers and Millennials need playsets. [Ep349]

The final Indiana Jones movie is available on digital and Jon and Elliott are kicking off Labor Day weekend watching it. Listen to this podcast along with the movie as the two super fans discuss behind the scenes stories, production secrets and recollections of the entire franchise in real time. [Ep348]

"Spider-Man: Lotus" cost $125,000. "The Flash" cost $200,000,000. And Jon and Elliott hate them both equally. How can a movie made out of love show no joy? How does the multiverse become formulaic? And what do both films miss about their core character? Plus, remembering the origin Harley Quinn, Arleen Sorkin. [Ep347]

How does Star Trek stay current while honoring its past? Jon welcomes Mr. Waynes Pop Culture Collectibles founder Mike Caplan to discuss all the series on Paramount Plus. How did "Picard" season 1 and 2 pave the way for the events of season 3? How does "Lower Decks" both parody and celebrate the franchise? Why is the viewscreen on "Strange New Worlds" so big? Plus, why aren't toy companies taking advantage of Trek's resurgence? [Ep346]

Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom return to the MCU just as Peter Parker leaves for Europe. The crew discusses the epilogue of Phase 3, why rights issues keep Marvel's flagship character from becoming the center of the cinematic universe and how live action can compete with "Into the Spider Verse". Plus, writer and actor strikes, authentic teenagers, and the road not taken for Jake Gyllenhall. [Ep345]

David Tennant and Michael Sheen are friends and Jon and Elliott like to talk about them. They discuss how the real life friendship of the stars informed the new story and how "Staged" changed the backdrop of Neil Gaiman's fantasy. Plus, Barbie makes Lego Movie moves, Star Trek sings, and comedy murder mysteries become a genre. [Ep344]

Pluto TV has launched a 24 hour Godzilla channel, and Howie Weingarten is here for it. Jon and Howie discuss the highs and lows of the franchise and what uncovered gems there may be in the rubber suit genre. Plus, Howie hates "The Flash", Barbie sells out, and remembering Paul Reubens [Ep343]

Hollywood skipped Comicon this year. Was there finally room for comics? Jon and Elliott take a look at all the announcements and how they harken back to the 90s. Plus, the constant rebooting of Daredevil, the silence of "Secret Invasion",and were the aughts so bad it can't sustain nostalgia? [Ep342]

"Indiana Jones" continues to struggle, "The Flash" has slowed to a crawl and not even Tom Cruise can make a summer blockbuster possible. Jon and Elliott discuss what is keeping people out of the theaters, the ballooning budgets that don't show up on screen,and why fans root for a franchise they love to fail. Plus, is it really a "Secret Invasion" if no one cares? [Ep340]

It's time. Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom welcome Indy super-fan and influencer Alex Arnold to discuss the latest and last Indiana Jones movie. Is it worth seeing on the big screen? Was it worth $300 million dollars? What is motivating the negativity online when most moviegoers are giving it positive reviews? Plus, Alex takes the Men through his personal Indiana Jones museum. [Ep340]

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" is finally out and it seems to be paying the price for its predecessor. Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom welcome back Lucasfilm PR man John Singh to describe the feeling at Skywalker Ranch in 2008, whether the atmosphere around the premiere of "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" matches its legacy and why Spielberg doesn't think his own sequels are very good. [Ep339]

Think you know everything about "Star Wars"? Justin Berger and Jamie Benning spent years researching every day of production for their new book "Return of the Jedi: An Authorized Timeline". Jon talks to Justin and Jamie about finding new stories in a well-researched property, how George Lucas took a step back then a step forward with production, and the depth of knowledge contained in Jamie's "Filmumentaries" podcast. [Ep338]

A seminal Marvel artist has passed away at the age of 93. Jon and Steven discuss how Jazzy John's Spider-Man was the only Spider-Man for an entire generation, why "Daredevil" was secretly an audition, and how his soap opera background completed Peter Parker's world in a way even Steve Ditko didn't. Plus, omnibus weights, the golden age of expensive collecting and how the Romitas made comics a family business that paid off for generations of fans. [Ep337]

Howie Weingarten loves a good vampire movie. That's why he hated Nicolas Cage playing Dracula. Jon and Howie discuss what makes a great vampire, why we still talk about Bela Lugosi and Christopher Lee and why budget doesn't matter. Plus, sneaking magazines in class, big hair porn and reviewing movies alone. [EP336]

So many streaming shows dropped their final episodes this week. Jon and Elliott discuss whether a good ending is worth fewer episodes. Was "Barry" the greatest finale since "Breaking Bad"? Was "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" this decade's "Mad Men"? And can any ending beat "Picard"? Plus, seeing and missing multiple Marvel movies. [EP335]

It's the third Indiana Jones movie, but is it the last Indiana Jones movie? Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom discuss whether the Indy franchise was designed as a trilogy and if ignoring "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" means ignoring "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny". Plus, Sean Connery as a character actor, Bond suits and too much funny? [EP334]

Bill Monroe was the host of "the Strokecast", a seasoned public speaker and a frequent guest of the show. He was also Jon's best friend. Jon tells the story of how he and Bill met in the 1980s, the adventures they had from Seattle to Las Vegas to the Dominican Republic and how Bill's eternal optimism overshadowed his own stroke and sudden passing. Plus, a rebroadcast of their 2016 discussion about Star Trek's 50th anniversary. [EP333]

Noted NY session guitarist, producer and lifelong friend of the podcast Ron Zabrocki passed away this week so we're representing his 2013 appearance. Ron tells stories of coming up in the 70s, how digital changed his sound and what he really thinks about the Beatles, all in his own inimitable, and much missed, style [EP332]

Jon was on his way to see "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3" when Howie Weingarten showed up from NY on the heels of the World Health Organization ending the COVID-19 global health emergency. They discuss the early days of lockdown, the good and bad ways their lives were changed forever by lockdown and losing loved ones and how Howie and his wife survived getting the virus 3 times. [EP331]

It's all come down to this. Jon, Elliott, Dave, Tom and Steven Brown cover the largest superhero movie ever made.Was it a 3 hour movie or 3 1 hour movies? How did Lord of the Rings inform the structure? And did creating a perfect ending harm all the Marvel projects that came afterwards? Plus, what lessons has recent Star Trek taken from Marvel?  [EP330]

It's been 35 years in the making and Jon and Elliott are still not ready. They discuss SPOILERS upon SPOILERS as showrunner Terry Matalas had to balance the cameo budget against rebuilding the Enterprise, how story trumps Easter Eggs and why a 70-year old cast makes the hosts feel well over 50. Plus, how the characters of "Star Trek: the Next Generation" slowly but surely worked themselves into our dnam even bitter Gen Xers who saw them as a threat to Kirk and Spock. [EP329]

Doc Mack owns the largest video game arcade in the world but it's all to support a video game he has been developing for over 25 years. Steven returns in person to the podcast with documentarian Craig Bass to discuss the film they are making about Doc and his game. Reshoots, injuries and attempted murder all play a role in the true story Craig has spent 2 years shooting. Plus, how you can back the movie on kickstarter with ghostlordsquest.com [EP327]

Star Wars has taken over London and Jon and Elliott are in Indiana Jones heaven! They discuss the new trailer and how much story it gives away (or doesn't). Plus, the first wave of Indy merchandise since 2008, Ewan MacGregor's moustache and why Star Wars fans may not be so toxic after all. [EP327]

Disney needs quarterly profits so bad they fired a billionaire. Jon and Elliott discuss how overspending on Disney Plus led to the company slashing 5.5 billion out of its budget. Plus, the streaming arms race, missing event movies and monthly comics in a sea of content and why Jon sounds like an angry alt comic this week.  [EP326]

Harrison Ford is 80 years old and has two television series and a blockbuster movie coming out. Jon and Elliott discuss how the Indiana Jones delays may have caused a late burst of productivity and why "Shrinking" is not the show you might think. Also, "Picard" continues its unbroken streak of being perfect and how the shaky history of "Star Trek: Discovery" paved the way for streaming Trek to overtake Star Wars. [EP325]

The first female led Marvel movie has arrived! Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom welcome author and journalist Julie DiCaro to discuss what it's like to be a woman in a field where half the names end in "Man". Plus, dubious 90s needle drops, the state of de-aging technology and why nice Skrulls are a thing. [EP323]

It's the most polarizing Indy film and opinions be divided! Jon, Elliott, Dave and Tom recorded this before Ke Huy Quan won an Oscar but they welcome former Lucasfilm marketing staffer John Singh to discuss the 1984 blockbuster and whether it's too dark, too light or just right. How did George Lucas and Steven Spielberg's love lives impact the tone of the film? Is it more faithful to the character or to the original jungle serials? and why the plot is like a Big Mac. Also, how getting really jacked can mess up your back.  [EP322]

Doug Drexler has done makeup, graphics, VFX and concept illustration on Star Trek since "The Next Generation". He's back for "Star Trek: Picard" and here to tell Jon and Elliott all about it. Doug covers everything from creating new ships for a franchise he's loved since the 1960s to getting back in the rhythm with a team he's known for 30 years. Plus, working with Warren Beatty on "Dick Tracy", making Stan Lee his surrogate dad, and how social media helped him get through the loss of his wife.  [EP321]