Podcast appearances and mentions of Chuck Austen

This issue marks the first appearance of the eerie and brilliant telepathic sisters who would go on to become fan favorites — think “Mean Girls” meets “Cerebro.” Also introduced are the U-Men, and a VERY iconic Emma Frost scene! And YES — we finally discuss the Nemesis wave Marvel Legends!

We sit down with legendary writer Joe Casey to dive into his Uncanny X-Men run during the Grant Morrison era! From the bold introduction of Stacy X to navigating stories alongside New X-Men, Joe opens up about creative risks, fan reactions, and the legacy of that transformative time in X-history. We also chat about his work on WildC.A.T.s, America Chavez, and what it means to write bold, genre-pushing comics. A must-listen for comic fans! 

Words we thought we'd never say: We love Hank McCoy after this heart-breaking issue! This is the BEST Beast-centric issue!

If you want to truly understand Grant Morrison's New X-Men era, you need to read New X-Men Annual 2001. This issue lays the foundation for everything—mutant culture, corporate threats, and the bold new direction Morrison envisioned for the X-Men. Join us as we break down how this overlooked annual is essential reading for any fan of the era!

The creative team behind ComiXology's Edgeworld and both past guests, Chuck Austen and Pat Olliffe, are back! This time it's a project called Defiant, a space sci-fi epic from those cool cats at DSTLRY. And twist! This is Chuck's last comic book work before he retires. We get into everything, from developing the characters and story to artistic world building and more!Unfortunately, Defiant has been creeping back in the release schedule, but as of now, it looks like June 25 is the street date. You can keep up with all things DSTLRY on their site, https://dstlry.co, and follow Chuck at chucklesausten.com and Pat on Instagram at @polliff65. Support the show

In this episode, Dayspring, Flinkman, and Hammy delve into Iceman's 2001 Marvel Icon series, running at same time as Morrison's New X-Men. We got feels on this four-issue arc, written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, with art by Karl Kerschl and Skottie Young!

We sit down with X-Men Artist Ian Churchill to discuss his legendary stint on Poptopia/Uncanny X-Men, what it was like to work at the X-office during the Morrison and his work on Cable #20 which kicks off Age of Apocalypse!

Archangel, Wolverine, Nightcrawler, and Iceman race to London so they can defeat a new villain: Mr. Clean! Meanwhile Chamber is in the tabloids dating pop sensation Sugar Kane, but is all press good press? The Morrison era is in full swing with Joe Casey's infamous POPTOPIA, and Dayspring and Flinkman breakdown and review the first arc in the Morrison-era Uncanny X-Men relaunch!

E is for Extinction Pt. 3! We have MASSIVE feels on this issue, plus we discuss some X-Men elements in Captain America: Brave New World!

The second issue of Morrison's New X-Men is unlike anything we ever read before! Flinkman and Dayspring dive DEEP into every panel, plus cover news of Chris Claremont. 

Dayspring and Flinkman discuss Grant Morrison's NEW X-MEN! Join us as for our new season as we break down the first arc, discussing the debut of Cassandra Nova, the shocking Genosha massacre, and the philosophical shift that redefined Xavier's dream. We'll also unpack the slick, modernized look of the team (goodbye spandex, hello leather!) and how Morrison's influence is still felt in X-Men comics today.Is this run the best X-Men has ever been? Did Morrison predict the Krakoa era before its time? Tune in and find out!

Calvin from FromTheAshes joins us as we discuss all things PHOENIX by Stephanie Phillips! 

2025 is off to an EPIC start with Marvel Legends!!!

Let's speculate, which Marvel Legends could we be seeing in 2025 and 2026?

We have J. Kosmic for the first time on Power of X-Men, and we discuss our most anticipated X-figures for 2025!

Familia, Flink, Latverian Lad, Hammy, and Dayspring get drunk AF and rant for two hours straight!

For the first time ever in the PoX Treehouse we have cosplayer Num1 to discuss all-things Storm, cosplay, and Storm's arrival in What If!

We discuss our top 10 Marvel Legends of 2024!

Our book club session with Scott Lobdell!

Get to know co-host Latvian Lad as he tells us stories about growing up obsessed with Doom 2099, his favorite X-stories, and being on the set of Days of Future Past!

MASSIVE reveals on today's Hasbro livestream!

Let's go over some rumored Marvel Legends in 2025!

Flinkman and Dayspring answer YOUR questions as well as diving into the origin of Power of X-Men!

We sit down with Robyn Lively to discuss Deadpool, Teen Witch, and Karate Kid! 

Let's discuss Agatha All Along and NYCC!

Lenore Zann on her memoir A ROGUE'S TALE! A powerful and fearless look at her like. From growing up in Australia to being sexually assaulted as a young actor to overcoming addiction to auditioning for the X-Men! This is a book you do not want to miss!

A Power of X-Men exclusive. We sit down with X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo to discuss the origins of the critically acclaimed revival, his original vision for the series, his passion for the X-Men, and the behind the scenes allegations. 

We sit down with the legendary Jeph Loeb, celebrated writer behind some of the most iconic X-stories and former Head of Marvel Television. Jeph takes us deep into the creation of favorite character ever...Nate Grey! We discuss Nate's creation, the Age of Apocalypse, and the behind-the-scenes surrounding his contentious relationship with then-X-editor-in-chief Bob Harras. With decades of experience shaping the Marvel Universe, Jeph offers rare insights into the creative process, and the evolution of the X-Men!4o

In Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Jeph Loeb, the legendary Marvel writer delves into his  exit from X-Men, and the  impact of his controversial event series Ultimatum. Jeph opens up about the creative differences that led to his departure, the fan reactions to his work, and the lasting legacy of Ultimatum and Scarlet Witch's role. 

We discuss Dazzler #1 by Jason Loo Rafael Loureiro as well as our expiernece at the X-Mansion Airbnb! 

Dayspring's brother, NightFall returns to the podcast to discuss AGATHA ALL ALONG!

Marvel Legends Crystal and Lockjaw go on pre-order, and we review Exceptional X-Men #1!

We sit down with X-Men writer Jed MacKay to discuss his X-Men run: from a rumored Cyclops series to upcoming crossovers, we discuss it all!

An unforgettable episode as legendary X-Men writer Scott Lobdell returns to the podcast! Dive deep into the creation of one of the most iconic versions of Wolverine in the classic Age of Apocalypse saga. Hear Scott's behind-the-scenes stories on the emotional and impactful death of Illyana Rasputin due to the Legacy Virus and how that moment shaped the X-Men universe. Plus, get the inside scoop on the cataclysmic destruction of Genosha, a pivotal moment in mutant history, and much more!