Podcast appearances and mentions of Grant Morrison

Aquel tristemente célebre “no más mutantes” parecía que vaticinaba la extinción más allá de los que nos contaban los tebeos. Tras el puñetazo encima de la mesa de Grant Morrison en el cambio de siglo, Marvel responde con una serie de intentos desesperados de dar marcha atrás al clasicismo que no lograban ni acercarse a la chispa de sus buenos tiempos. Pero despacio, con calma y con una serie de autores que no eran ni mucho menos primera fila, se fue labrando un plan que nos daría uno de los mejores momentos del presente siglo en cuanto a mutantes y tal vez de toda su historia. Un grupo de autores capitaneados por Craig Kyle, Chris Yost y Mike Carey ponían el énfasis en la nueva condición de los mutantes como especie que ya no lo era, como un grupúsculo al borde de la extinción en el que cada baja era un golpe irreparable. Aterrizamos en los antecedentes antes de arrancar con el prólogo de Especie en peligro. No metemos ya hasta las trancas con Complejo de mesías. Huimos con Cable y Hope en el futuro en la Guerra del mesías y sufrimos cada golpe en el gran cierre con Advenimiento. Reivindicamos así a nuestra manera esta trilogía que supo sacar partido de una mala decisión editorial para crear la saga definitiva de mutantes contra supremacistas humanos cuando los primeros sufrían su peor momento y los segundos unían sus fuerzas para el golpe final. Un montón de autores coordinados por un nuevo equipo editorial con ganas de recuperar el impacto de los mejores crossovers mutantes. La noche es caliente como el infierno. Todo se te pega. Una asquerosa habitación de un asqueroso barrio de una asquerosa ciudad. El aparato de aire acondicionado es un pedazo de chatarra que no podría enfriar ni una bebida aunque la metieras dentro. Parece el sitio perfecto para escuchar el podcast 428 de ELHDLT Selección musical: The Prophecy, de Iron Maiden Burning Times, de Iced Earth

Hej og velkommen til Supersnak med Marvel-Morten & Kim Helt, podcast-serien her på Nummer9.dk Denne Supersnak fejrer/markerer vi et 20 års jubilæum og udruller historien om dengang DC blev til DC & co. DC havde lige afsluttet en af deres utallige ”kriser”. Verdenerne var blevet udslettet, helte var døde, nye var blevet skabt, og et helt nyt og friskt DC-univers kunne tage sin begyndelse. Indtil næste krise, selvfølgelig. Men hvad var det? Manglede der ikke et år? Og hvad var der sket i det år? Velkommen til 52! Serien, hvor talenter som Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka og Mark Waid, med layouts af Keith Giffen, slog sig løs i et DC-univers, hvor de tre store var på rekreation. Og når katten er ude, danser musene på bordet, så 52 var også serien, hvor en masse ”mindre” helte kunne vise, hvad de duede til. Serien, hvor DC udgav et nummer om ugen i et helt år, og hvad der er fuldstændig utroligt ... DET LYKKEDES!!! Så velkommen til en podcast om det mest utrolige øjeblik i tegneseriens historie: Tegnere og forfattere afleverede til tiden et helt år i træk! Rigtig god lyttehygge, og vi høres ved igen om 14 dage. Find os på: www.supersnak.dk facebook.com/supersnakpodcast instagram.com/supersnakpodcast supersnakpodcast@gmail.com

X-Men: The Animated Series takes on X-Men: Evolution in new comic. Mirka Andolfo returns to Image with Merciless. Grant Morrison's New X-Men gets Premier collection from Marvel.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Gotham City is in New Jersey, so most of the stories that we cover take place in Matt's beloved home state. Not many stories take place in Will's home state of Alabama. As a matter of fact, we could really only find one. So we're doing that story, as well as two stories from creators who are native to Alabama. This is not at all because Will really wanted to cover Batman: Off-World from Alabama native son, Jason Aaron. Not at all. Aside from that story, we're also reading a story where Batman and Robin chase Joker across the USA and the mini-series that led up to Grant Morrison's run on JLA from another Alabama native, Mark Waid. The Cross-Country Crimes (Batman V.1 # 8) Justice League: A Midsummer's Nightmare # 1-3 Batman: Off-World # 1-6 Check out our current ranking list at www.comicsxf.com/batchat-rankings/ Thanks to Geri Nonnewitz for our podcast logo Support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/batchatwithmattandwill

The new Harry Potter series on HBO debuts a new trailer, but will people tune in? And loads of Hollywood news plus an interview with Fall 2: Deadpoint directors The Spierig Brothers, Michael & Peter. Hilarity ensues? 0:00 Intro 3:52 Street Fighter Trailer Reaction 12:12 Maggie Gyllenhaal Questions the Lack of Female Directors in Competition At Film Festivals 21:18 Grant Morrison on Lanterns 26:54 Chat Comments 31:50 “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone” Trailer Reaction 41:06 HBO Alters Harry Potter's Hogwarts Houses Logos For New TV Show 45:16 Chat Comments 49:32 Tom Cruise on Paramount 1:05:56 “Fall 2: Deadpoint” directors Michael & Peter, The Spierig Brothers. 1:27:27 Final Thoughts 1:32:13 Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fifteenth episode of our DC SECRET FILES podcast — the show that dares to tackle DC Comics' greatest creations in encyclopedic form! Each episode, Frank will be joined by a special guest, in this case, veteran blogger & podcrasher Professor Alan Middleton, of the Relatively Geeky Network, to cover characters and concepts from across DC's history. Our discussion of the given property will be married to a piece of original art commissioned by DC to spotlight the same. This time around, we chat about 2004's DC Comics Presents: Mystery in Space #1, by Elliot S! Maggin & J. H. Williams III and Grant Morrison, Jerry Ordway, & Mark McKenna, as well as a host of other talents. Plus we cover YOUR feedback!D.E.O. Report [0:00:58]Cover Story/”Softly: A Living Legend Passes” by Harlan Ellison & Brian M. Thomsen [0:09:23]The Prankster Profile Page art by Mike McKone [0:16:47]Brainiac (Cryptozoic Superman) [0:25:32]Adam Strange Profile Page art by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen [0:39:50]Adam Strange in “Crisis on 2 Worlds” by Maggin, Williams, & Co. [0:56:43]Kanjar Ro (JLA-Z) art by Al Barrionuevo & Francis Portela [1:08:36]Eclipso (DC Cosmic Cards) art by Trevor Von Eeden & Dave Cooper [1:17:31]Adam Strange in “Two Worlds” by Morrison, Ordway, & Co. [1:29:27]Confidential Communiqués [1:39:06]Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: Rolled Spine Podcasts Images from this episode on TumblrE-MAIL: rolledspinepodcasts@gmail.comTweet us @rolledspine or skeet host Diabolu Frank on BlueSky#DCSFPDC Secret Files theme song by Luke DaabPodcast, DC Secret Files, Adam Strange, Atomic Knights, Brainiac, Eclipso, Elongated Man, Justice League of America, Prince Ra-Man, Sue Dibny, Superman

Boa noite, Setor 2814!No dia mais claro, na noite mais densa, o papo de hoje vai trazer as melhores histórias do Lanterna Verde à sua presença. Ou melhor, dos Lanternas Verdes!Carlos Vázquez e André Pansera recebem os lanternamaníacos e artistas Palloma Barreto e Gabriel Garcia para um papo que vai expandir seu catálogo de grandes histórias em quadrinhos.Ouça já!••• Consiga os melhores descontos em quadrinhos e muito mais em nosso grupo de promoções e oportunidades:https://bit.ly/grupoMWpromo Apoie o Mansão Wayne no Catarse:https://www.catarse.me/mansaowayne Grupo oficial do Mansão Wayne no Whatsapp:https://bit.ly/grupoMW•••Adquira as histórias recomendadas no podcast:Indicações de Gabriel Garcia:Voo • https://link.amazon/B0dp2YENFUm Natal com Hector Hammond (Crise Infinita Especial de Natal)Quatro • https://link.amazon/B0anSFhUYMenção Honrosa:Fase do Simon Baz e Jessica CruzEspecial Noite Esmeralda: ParallaxIndicações de Palloma Barreto:Lanterna Verde e Arqueiro Verde: Na Estrada • https://link.amazon/B08FjbrErA Noite Mais Densa • https://link.amazon/B06IHLm8yCrepúsculo Esmeralda • https://link.amazon/B01fT7zaXMenção Honrosa:Green Lantern #43 (prologo da noite mais densa)Indicações de André Pansera:Na Noite Mais Densa, por Alan Moore • https://link.amazon/B0cygd5VMA Guerra dos Aneis • https://link.amazon/B02xqtpDEKyle Rayner na Liga da Justiça de Grant Morrison • https://link.amazon/B02HimIf9Menção Honrosa:Origem SecretaAmanhecer EsmeraldaTropa dos Lanternas Verdes (Peter Tomasi)Mogo Não Comparece às Reuniões (Alan Moore)Tigres (Alan Moore)Indicações de Carlos Vázquez:A Lenda da Chama Verde, por Neil Gaiman • https://link.amazon/B054NIdW6Lanterna Verde: Renascimento • https://link.amazon/B04Vr5kNXSpin-off de Crise nas Infinitas Terras (Green Lantern #194 a 198) • https://bit.ly/boxcriseMenção Honrosa:O Coração de Uma Estrela (Sandman: Noites Sem Fim)•••Design gráfico: Carlos VázquezEdição de áudio: André Pansera • Contrate a Pansera Áudio: https://linktr.ee/PanserandreConheça o Mansão Wayne: https://www.mansaowayne.com.br/

This week on Bronze and Modern Gods, we're talking about one of the biggest Bronze Age X-Men keys ever.Our Hot Book of the Week is X-MEN #129, the first appearance of Kitty Pryde, the first appearance of Emma Frost, the arrival of the Hellfire Club's Inner Circle, and the beginning of the Dark Phoenix Saga. That is a ridiculous amount of comic book history packed into one 40-cent issue.For the Old Fart Rule, we go back to 1986 with ANYTHING GOES! #1 from Fantagraphics, a legal-defense anthology created to help pay bills from the Michael Fleisher lawsuit against The Comics Journal, Gary Groth, and Harlan Ellison. With Gil Kane, Flaming Carrot, Alex Toth, Gilbert Hernandez, Mike Baron, and one of the strangest backstories in indie comics, this is a true 1986 artifact.Our Underrated Books of the Week include:SILVER STAR #1 from Pacific Comics, Jack Kirby's creator-owned superhero epic packed with genetic engineering, reality-altering villains, and late-career Kirby weirdness with no corporate filter.ANIMAL MAN #1 from DC Comics, the start of the Grant Morrison, Chas Truog, Doug Hazlewood, and Brian Bolland run that turned Buddy Baker from a forgotten Silver Age character into one of DC's smartest cult favorites.Plus, Viewer Mail, a little Show & Tell, and new Member shoutouts.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook:@bronzeandmoderngodsLike the video, subscribe to the channel, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform.Become a Member for $2.99/month and get:• Members-only live streams• Bonus Show & Tell episodes• On-screen shoutoutsJOIN → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkHTY1eNYHr9JoTndx_m6kA/join

Note: This is a hiatus episode, originally a Patreon Exclusive, airing on the main feed during the break between Classic and New Who. Love the podcast? Consider joining us on Patreon for early access to episodes, exclusive content, and the option to commission your own Doctor Who story.  A Producer's Frustration Becomes the First Professional Spinoff In 1988, Keith Barnfather—a producer known for his decades-long "Myth Makers" interview series—had an idea. He wanted to film a third Doctor/Sarah Jane story with John Pertwee and Elizabeth Sladen to prove that high-quality, professional Doctor Who content could be produced independently. He pitched the concept to the BBC, but John Nathan Turner shot it down, claiming the budget would "tarnish the legacy of Doctor Who" and look "cheap and tatty." So Barnfather pivoted. He approached the creators of UNIT and the Brigadier for permission to use Benton and the military organization instead. With BBC blessing, Wartime became the first professionally produced, BBC-authorized independent Doctor Who spinoff—a distinction that makes it canon in a way fan productions cannot be. The Budget, The Cast, The Ambitious Story Shot for just £5,000 (roughly £14,000 in today's money) in Shropshire, Wartime is a 30-minute psychological thriller about Benton confronting ghosts from his past. The crew—including Michael Wisher (the original Davros), John Levine, and Nicholas Briggs—largely worked for expenses only. The production is wholly filmed on location with no studio interiors and proudly proclaims this fact in its credits. The music comes from Mark Ayers, who would soon become the incidental music composer for the McCoy era. But there's a mystery: the original 1988 release may not have included the opening voiceover from Nicholas Courtney. A later 1990s re-release added enhanced video and possibly added Courtney's introduction—or so goes one account. An Actor Stretched Beyond His Range John Levine hadn't played Benton since 1976's "The Android Invasion." Wartime reunites him with the character, but asks him to do something Benton was never asked to do in the televised series: carry a dramatic, psychologically complex story. Over his two decades away, Levine had worked primarily in stage productions. The acting here is uneven—there are moments where genuine effort is visible, but the dialogue often feels hamfisted, and some of Levine's delivery struggles under the weight of the emotional material. The hosts debate whether this was a mistake or whether it explains the story's structure: perhaps Levine himself worked with the writers to create something that would finally let him show dramatic range. Two Stories That Never Quite Merge The narrative splits between two distinct threads: nuclear material is being transported, and the vehicle breaks down in the exact area where Benton grew up. While waiting for repairs, he confronts manifestations of his past—his father, his brother, guilt from a childhood tragedy. But these two storylines remain largely separate. The hosts wonder: was this the intended story, or are we seeing a compromise between what should have been a straightforward political thriller and what became a psychological character piece? The ambient storytelling choices reinforce the surreal nature of the past sequences—including an eerie slow-motion effect applied to the driver's scenes, complete with an unsettling sound design that hints at alien interference without ever confirming it. The Foreboding English Countryside Both hosts find themselves returning to a running theme in British television and film: why is the English countryside always so ominous? There's something about location filming in rural England that transforms familiar landscapes into places of dread. Wartime's Shropshire location captures this perfectly, with genuinely beautiful cinematography serving scenes of mounting psychological unease. A Question of Canonicity and Intention The novelization by Stephen James Walker sets the story in 1990, which raises questions about whether Benton left his post-Doctor Who car lot business to return to UNIT, or whether the Brigadier emerged from retirement. The "unit dating controversy" gains an unwanted new entry with this one authorized production. Additionally, there's no indication the filmmakers intended this as a pilot for a series. It stands alone—a one-off experiment to prove that independent BBC-sanctioned Doctor Who content was possible. What This Inspired Wartime's success (however modest) helped establish the foundation for what would come later: Real Time (the production company) would go on to create "The Stranger" videos, while others in the film community would be emboldened to approach the BBC. The true legacy may be the confidence it gave to fan producers and independent creators, eventually contributing to the ecosystem that would allow Big Finish to eventually dominate Doctor Who audio production. The Mystery of Benton's Emotional Maturity One persistent question: are the apparitions real, supernatural manifestations, or purely psychological? Is this a story set in the Doctor Who universe where strange things genuinely happen, or is this pure character introspection? The ambiguity remains unresolved—which fits the story's intent, but also leaves the viewer uncertain about what universe they're actually in. In a show where the protagonist has fought Daleks and Cybermen, how much can we trust that anything he experiences is purely in his mind? Production Details: Release Date: January 20, 1988 (on VHS) Timing: Between Seasons 24 and 25 of Doctor Who Budget: £5,000 (~£14,000 today) Runtime: Approximately 30 minutes Producers/Writers: Keith Barnfather (producer/director), Andy Lane and Helen Sterling (writers) Notable Cast: John Levine (Benton), Michael Wisher (Benton's father), Nicholas Courtney (voiceover—possibly added later), Nicholas Briggs (soldier) Music: Mark Ayers (pre-McCoy era composition) Shooting Location: Shropshire, England (entirely on location) Status: First BBC-authorized independent professional Doctor Who spinoff Novelization: By Stephen James Walker, set in 1990 Key Discussion Points: Why John Nathan Turner rejected the original Petwee/Sladen concept The logistics of producing professional-grade content on a £5,000 budget Whether Levine was the right actor for this particular story The disconnect between the two narrative threads (thriller vs. psychological drama) Whether the supernatural elements are real or imagined The mystery of Nicholas Courtney's involvement and when it occurred How Wartime influenced future Doctor Who spinoff productions The visual language of the English countryside as a character itself Whether Benton's characterization here aligns with his televised persona What the novelization reveals that the video doesn't explain Coming Up Next: Monday (Patreon Feed): Patreon Exclusive number referenced in episode (music, Memory TARDIS, three comic stories from three different authors—including one from Grant Morrison). Friday (Patreon Early) / Wednesday (Main Feed): "Remembrance of the Daleks" (four-parter)—the 25th Anniversary story. Guest Alan J. Porter joins the discussion. Hashtags: #DoctorWho #Wartime #Benton #UNIT #ClassicWho #IndependentProduction #ProfessionalSpinoff #1988 #JohnLevine #DoctorWhoPodcast #WildernessYears

From Swamp Thing and Wonder Woman: Earth One to Batman Incorporated, Yanick Paquette has brought a lush, distinctive visual style to some of comics' most iconic characters. On this episode, Yanick joins the Bandits to look back on his career as an artist and storyteller, discussing the influences that shaped his work, his approach to composition and world-building, and the creative process behind some of his most memorable collaborations. He reflects on working with writers like Grant Morrison and Scott Snyder, reimagining legendary characters and their worlds, and how his art and storytelling have evolved over the years. Along the way, Yanick shares insights into the craft of making comics, the importance of collaboration, and what continues to challenge and inspire him as an artist. You can follow Yanick on all the socials @yankickpaquette and check out his Substack here: yanickpaquette.substack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jokern har inte ett förflutet eller ens en identitet, han har flera som han konstant pendlar mellan. Jimmy Håkansson reflekterar över den leende mannens betydelse i Batmans universum. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. ESSÄ: Detta är en text där skribenten reflekterar över ett ämne eller ett verk. Åsikter som uttrycks är skribentens egna. Först sänd 2019-09-19.Våren 1940 är det premiär för en ny serietidning. Huvudpersonen Bruce Wayne debuterade egentligen året före, då som en excentrisk miljonär som bearbetar sina föräldrars mord genom att klä ut sig till en fladdermus och bekämpa brott.Men det är i det första numret av “Batman” som vi får träffa en flinande gangster som stjäl juveler och mördar sina offer på exakta klockslag. I slutet av berättelsen drar skurken kniv och gör ett utfall mot den rättrådige hämnaren. Men i stället för att sticka ner hjälten snubblar han och hugger sig själv i bröstet.Det var inte tänkt att Jokern skulle överleva sitt möte med Batman. Han var bara en dussinskurk som läsaren skulle glömma bort i tid till nästa nummer. Men redaktören Whitney Ellsworth såg potentialen i gangsterclownen, och innan tidningen skickades till tryckeriet lät han rita dit en sista bildruta. Det nya avslutet var en hastig efterhandskonstruktion som ställde handlingen på sin ända.Jokern åker iväg med en ambulans där läkaren gör en häpnadsväckande upptäckt: Jokern lever – och kommer att överleva.Och överleva gjorde han. I snart 80 år har figuren som skapades av Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger och Bob Kane varit en grundsten i populärkulturen. Först 2019 fick han sin första egna långfilm, men Jokerns historia har varit föremål för otaliga tolkningar ända sedan 1940. I de flesta av dessa tolkningar återkommer en nyckelscen: Ett misslyckat inbrott i fabriken Ace Chemicals där en man faller ner i en tank med farliga kemikalier som färgar hans hår grönt, bleker hyn vit och förvrider ansiktet till ett permanent grin.I seriealbumet “The killing joke” från 1988 gör Alan Moore en ansats att mänskliggöra superskurken. Här är Jokern ingenjören som säger upp sig från sitt jobb för att satsa på stand up-karriären. Men det går inget vidare och för att försörja sin gravida fru blir han övertalad av två gangsters att genomföra en stöt mot sin före detta arbetsgivare, Ace Chemicals.Men samma dag omkommer frun i en tragisk hushållsolycka. Motvilligt blir han meddragen till fabriken där kuppen går åt skogen och han själv trillar ner i ett syrabad och spolas ut genom ett avloppsrör.En dålig dag kan få vem som helst att tappa sitt moraliska fotfäste menar Jokern i “The killing joke”. För att pröva sin tes utsätter han poliskommissarien James Gordon – Batmans bundsförvant – för en serie grymheter där han bland annat förgriper sig på Gordons dotter och skjuter henne i magen.Alan Moore skildrade Jokern som en moraliskt komplex karaktär på ett aldrig tidigare skådat vis. Men förändring i sig var inget nytt för clownen – det har alltid varit en del av hans repertoar.När Jokern debuterade på 40-talet var han en psykotisk gangster med fedorahatt och kulsprutepistol. Under 50-talet blev serietidningarna anklagade för att vara för våldsamma. Branschen svarade med att starta det självreglerande organet The comics code, och till följd av detta blev Jokern degraderad från livsfarlig polismördare till en barnvänlig pajas som rånade sina offer med skrattgas.Det var inte förrän på 70- och framförallt 80-talet som han hittade tillbaka till sitt ursprungliga mörker. I Jim Starlins “A death in the family” slår Jokern ihjäl Robin med en kofot, och i Frank Millers “Dark knight returns” går han så långt att han tar sitt eget liv bara för att sätta dit Batman för mordet.“The killing joke” må ha mejslat ut en bakgrundshistoria för skurken, men det ska inte misstas för ett facit. Jokern är en opålitlig berättare, och i en betydande scen säger han att han inte ens själv litar på sina minnen."Ibland minns jag det på ett sätt. Ibland på ett annat. Om jag ska ha ett förflutet vill jag ha flera val."Kanske är repliken en subtil pik till serieförlaget DC Comics notoriska skarvande med tidslinjer och kontinuiteter. Sedan 60-talet har DC snärjt in Batmanmytologin i så många alternativa världar, tidsresor och -paradoxer att det är omöjligt att reda ut härvan.I ett parallellt universum är det till exempel Bruce Wayne som skjuts ihjäl i gränden utanför biografen och inte föräldrarna Thomas och Martha. Händelsen utlöser en märklig kedjereaktion som slutar med att Thomas blir Batman och Martha Jokern.“Vill du veta hur jag fick mina ärr?” frågar Heath Ledgers Joker vid flera tillfällen i Christopher Nolans film “The dark knight” och pekar på ärren som vanställer hans mun till ett groteskt flin. Och varje gång får vi en ny förklaring.Vad säger det? Att Jokern inte har ett ursprung – han har flera.Den insikten blir särskilt tydlig när man läser essäsamlingen ”The Joker: A serious study of the clown prince of crime” där ett tjugotal forskare och skribenter försöker komma underfund med vem Jokern verkligen är.En av de medverkande drar paralleller till Lady Gagas postmoderna identitetspussel – även en konstruerad identitet är en identitet. En annan kallar den narrande förbrytaren för en Nietzscheansk övermänniska. Däremellan finns en anekdot om hur Tea party-rörelsen spred bilder på den dåvarande amerikanske presidenten Barack Obama med Jokerns ansiktsmålning. Obamas liberala politik var jämförbar med Jokerns anarki, menade den högerpopulistiska rörelsen.Enligt den slovenske filosofen Slavoj Žižeks analys av ”The dark knight” är Jokern den ende sanningssägaren i en värld där eliten upprätthåller ordningen med ädla lögner.Men den ena teorin tycks tala emot den andra.Så när författaren Mark Waid tolkade Jokerns ursprung i ett seriealbum från 2007 lät han skurken själv spela ut en kortlek där varje spelkort erbjöd en möjlig förklaring. En misslyckad komiker, en obetydlig gangster, ett kriminellt geni.Så? Vem var han? Vilket alternativ var det rätta? “Det beror på hur man blandar korten”, skrattar Jokern och kuperar leken.Att Jokern inte har någon sann identitet understryks av att han till skillnad från sin ärkefiende inte bär en mask. Han behöver ingen mask eftersom han jämfört med Batman är mer naturkraft än människa. Som Brian Azzallero skriver är Jokern en sjukdom. En sjukdom som saknar botemedel. En sjukdom som härjade långt innan Gotham restes och som kommer att fortsätta härja långt efter staden brunnit ner.Men förmodligen lyckades Grant Morrison knäcka nöten redan 1989 i serietidningen “Arkham asylum”. Här berättar en psykolog på Arkhams kombinerade fängelse och mentalsjukhus att hon ägnat år åt att analysera Jokern för att hitta roten till hans identitet och därigenom hans drivkraft. Men arbetet var fruktlöst. Det enda hon kom fram till är att Jokern saknar personlighet och därför måste skapa sig själv från grunden varje dag.Närmare än så lär vi inte komma Jokern som person. Men i och med att hans flyktighet är evig så får han också en betydelse som sträcker sig bortom den enskilda individen. Han blir ondskan som alltid finns där, eller snarare ondskan som vi människor tenderar att återskapa gång på gång, trots alla våra goda avsikter.Att Jokern är livskraftig än i dag beror på att han förvandlas och återföds varje gång han hamnar i händerna på en ny generation berättare. Kanske var det just det Whitney Ellsworth förutspådde när han för 79 år sedan lade till den där sista rutan och för evigt förändrade den populärkulturella historieskrivningen. För en sak är säker. Så länge leken blandas kommer Jokern att leva.Jimmy Håkansson, kulturskribentLitteraturAlan Moore: The killing joke. (DC Comics 1988)Jim Starlin: A death in the family. (DC Comics 1988)Frank Miller: The dark knight returns. (DC Comics)Brian Azzalero: Joker. (DC Comics 2008)Grant Morrison: Arkham asylum: A serious house on serious earth. (DC Comics 1989)Robert Moses Peaslee, Robert G. Weiner med flera: The Joker: A serious study of the clown prince of crime. (University Press of Mississippi 2015)

What happens when the man who can escape anything cannot escape himself?In this remastered archive episode, first recorded in 2019 and reissued with new context and commentary, Mick and Ben dig into Mister Miracle (2017-2018) by Tom King and Mitch Gerads, the Eisner Award winning 12 issue series from DC Comics.The episode covers:Jack Kirby's Fourth World and why the New Gods were born out of Kirby's experience as an army field artist in World War IIDarkseid as inevitability rather than brawler, the Anti-Life Equation as a proof that free will does not exist, and how "Darkseid Is" moves from a Grant Morrison and Howard Porter phrase in Rock of Ages into a formal storytelling deviceScott Free and Big Barda as one of the most realistic relationships in superhero comics, and how nature versus nurture plays out for two people raised on ApokolipsDepression, PTSD and the "stand / standing" mantra, plus the recurring shower motif and the comic's critique of push-through-it adviceMitch Gerads' art, the post-eighties nine-panel grid, and a rendition of Apokolips inspired by burning oil wells in IraqGranny Goodness, Lightray, Orion, Highfather, Funky Flashman and the Stan Lee parody nobody quite agreed onIs any of it real? Metron, the offer to return to continuity, and that final "will not be continued" panelPlus a disagreement about whether Tom King can write an ending, and recommendations if you liked this one: The Vision, God Country, Invincible.Timely too, with Mister Miracle newly announced as its own DC Animated series.(No relation to Michael's friend Tom King, who does jujitsu.)Follow the Podcast:Join the Discord and read alongRead Our SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TiktokWatch us on YoutubeTags / keywordsMister Miracle, Tom King, Mitch Gerads, Scott Free, Big Barda, Darkseid, New Gods, Fourth World, Jack Kirby, DC Comics, Anti-Life Equation, Granny Goodness, Apokolips, New Genesis, comic book podcast, comic book review, nine panel grid, Eisner Award, depression in comics, Collecting Issues00:00 Archive Episode Setup01:28 Premise and Darkseid Context02:45 Tom King Not Your Friend04:03 Kirby Fourth World Basics05:41 War and Anti Life Origins09:19 Scott and Barda Home Life10:19 Unreliable Reality Question11:44 Humanizing Gods and Morality17:22 Nature Versus Nurture Trauma18:49 Mitch Gerads Art Breakdown20:47 Continuity Constraints Critique22:17 Shock Deaths No Stakes22:30 Tom King No Consequences23:42 End Of Fourth World24:17 Messy Structure Endings25:01 Darkseid Is Device26:49 Inevitable Darkseid Dread29:10 Funky Flashman Critique30:30 Depression PTSD Themes31:17 Stand And Shower Metaphors34:05 Choice Happy Ending36:23 Symbolism Silver Age Love37:50 Stakes Alternate Reality38:35 What Else To Read41:24 Final Thoughts And Outro42:04 Reissue And Animated News Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This show has it all. Contemplative comics. Silly comics. Scary comics. And dare we even say... sexy comics?? Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Running Time: 01:21:50 Pick of the Week:00:02:51 - Concrete: Stars Over Sand #2 Comics:00:14:30 - Doomquest #300:24:42 - Batman / Superman: World's Finest 2026 Annual #100:31:47 - Predator vs. Planet of the Apes #100:38:54 - The Horror of Godzilla #100:48:42- The Mortal Thor #13 Patron Pick:00:53:06 - Savage Dragon #281 Patron Thanks:01:02:04 - Harrison Logan Audience Questions:01:04:21 - Aaron B. wants to know about Grant Morrison's take regarding the "end of the comic book renaissance". Are they correct and, if so, what might come next? Brought To You By: iFanboy Patrons – Become one today for as little as $3/month! Or join for a full year and get a discount! You can also make a one time donation of any amount! iFanboy T-Shirts and Merch – Show your iFanboy pride with a t-shirt or other great merchandise on Threadless! We've got TWENTY THREE designs! Music:"Left to Right (iFanboy Theme)"Josh Flanagan   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Matt & Alex talk about the first six episodes of season 2 of X-Men 97. Matt is all about the fashion, Alex is happy for the return of the greatest show of all time, and they both can't get enough of any character created by Grant Morrison appearing in the show. Find out more at https://henchmen-of-comics.pinecast.co

Superhero comics have been parodied for as long as they’ve existed. This time Tim and Kumar look at two books by comics insiders that satirized the predominant comics of their respective eras: Scott McCloud‘s Destroy! The Loudest Comic-Book in the Universe!! (1986) distills ’80s comics to their essence: superpowered guys punching each other; and Grant Morrison & a bevy of artists poke sharp satirical sticks at the comics of The Guys who Would Be Image in Doom Force Special #1 (1992), right down to the excessive speed lines, nonsense powers, and ankles that would never support an adult human’s weight. Brought to you by: TV Tangents podcast Our supporters on Patreon

Bob and Matt wrap up their coverage of Grant Morrison's New X-Men.

Bob and Matt continue their trek through Grant Morrison's New X-Men.

Bob and Matt delve deeper in Grant Morrison's New X-Men run.

Bob and Matt explore the continuing adventures of Wolverine, Cyclops, and Fatomex in Grant Morrison's New X-Men.

Bob and Matt continue their trek through Grant Morrison's New X-Men.

Bob and Matt discuss Grant Morrison's "E is for Extinction".

Bob and Matt continue their discussion of Grant Morrison's New X-Men run.

Des and the teams break up the week's news, including: The upcoming World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Sir Keir Starmers last week as Prime Minister, the proposed Scottish Rock and Roll hall of fame, research into how much we speak, Christopher Nolan and more. Lead Writer: Claire Cox Additional material: Dan James & Kyra Carletonm, Darren Miller & Grant Morrison, Marie Hale, Alan Hazlie, Jaskaran Bahia, James Docherty, Gregor Paton, Nathan Cowley Producer: Chris Quilietti Senior Producer: David Flynn Researcher: Jodie White Script Editor: Keiron NicholsonAn Eco-Audio certified Production

We're breaking again from new episodes this week, but don't worry, we'd never leave our fellow mutants stranded without a Cerebro signal to follow. Instead, we're dusting off a Hot Take from our Best X-Men Team Line-Up episode, originally released on May 13, 2025 as part of our Season 11.This argument features a very special guest, AJ LoCascio, the voice of Gambit in X-Men '97 on Disney+, joining our panel for a debate that's more heated than the Dark Phoenix Saga. In this clip, two legendary mutant squads enter the Danger Room, but only one survives the bracket: Grant Morrison's New X-Men versus the Outback X-Men.It's evolution versus revolution, psychic power versus sheer grit, and enough mutant mayhem to make Professor X ask everyone to please stop using their powers indoors. So grab your favorite yellow spandex, or black leather, if that's more your vibe, because it's time to find out which roster is truly uncanny.If you enjoyed what you heard, be sure to check out the full Best X-Men Team Line-Up episode in our podcast feed for even more mutant-sized debates, or visit greatpopculturedebate.com for dozens of other pop culture showdowns.We'll be back next week with an all-new, all-difference summer episode!EPISODE CREDITSEditor: Bob ErlenbackIntro/Outro Song: "Dance to My Tune" by Marc TorchSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Illustration by David Wynne In which we wrap up the continuity portion of the podcast along with our coverage of Grant Morrison's New X-Men; Wolverine poses dramatically; Cyclops breaks the timeline; Wolverine poses dramatically; we are deeply intrigued by Brian and his magic car; Wolverine poses dramatically; Sublime extends his reach; Phoenix heals the timeline; Wolverine poses dramatically; change is important; and somewhere Wolverine is probably still posing dramatically. X-PLAINED: X of Swords (somewhat) Endings Varying opinions on the same art Earth-15104 ‘Crawlers Tom Skylark Rover (in several media) The Beast (Hank McCoy) (sort of) The evolution of EVA An evocative quotation Several recognizable oracles Where the timeline broke The Proud People Apollyon the Destroyer Mer-Max A somewhat robotic love triangle Tito Bohusk How to hatch a Phoenix egg The White Hot Room The Termids Several atrocities An unfortunate costume choice John Sublime (for real this time) Yet another origin of life on Earth Evil science Kick (more) (again) Weapon XIV The X-Men's last stand An unlikely Phoenix host Breaking cycles Aspects of Earth-15104 we'd like to see explored further Where we'd conclude the X-Men NEXT EPISODE: The end. Check out the visual companion to this episode on our blog. Find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Jay and Miles X-Plain the X-Men is 100% ad-free and listener supported. If you want to help support the podcast–and unlock more cool stuff–you can do that right here! Buy rad swag at our Dashery shop!

According to legendary comic book writer Grant Morrison, Doctor Who needs an almost complete reboot -- and the show should literally just forget about the last few seasons and never mention them again. OUCH. So can we petition the BBC to hire Morrison or what? Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Con este monográfico llega a su fin esta doce-más-un-ésima (después de todo lo que ha pasado, no tentemos a la suerte) temporada que ha costado sudor y lágrimas (aunque alguna risa también, qué demonios). Y nos despedimos con un último monográfico dedicado a la larga etapa del caballero oscuro capitaneada por el guionista escocés Grant Morrison, acompañado por Andy Kubert, Frank Quitely, Tony Daniel, Yanick Paquette, Chris Burnham y tantos otros. Se trata, con toda probabilidad, de la etapa más grande que nos ha dado el murciélago en lo que vamos de siglo y comparte top con las más grandes de toda la historia. Con su peculiar visión y su amor por la Silver Age, Morrison nos deja todo un estudio de lo que significa la idea de Batman que abarca todas las historia que jamás se hayan hecho e incluso las que jamás se harán. Misterios, conspiraciones desde el pasado, viajes en el tiempo, Batman por el mundo o tal vez bátmanes, montones de ellos, y sobre todo, esa joya de personaje llamado Damian Wayne, que quedará, tal vez de forma involuntaria, como legado para siempre. La noche es caliente como el infierno. Todo se te pega. Una asquerosa habitación de un asqueroso barrio de una asquerosa ciudad. El aparato de aire acondicionado es un pedazo de chatarra que no podría enfriar ni una bebida aunque la metieras dentro. Parece el sitio perfecto para escuchar el podcast 423 de ELHDLT Selección musical: Batman Theme, de The Jam Black Gloves, de GOOSE (The Bloody Beetroots Remix) Welcome To The Black Parade, de My Chemical Romance

We're diving into Son of Batman, the 20th entry in the DC Universe Animated Original Movies line and the third instalment in the DC Animated Movie Universe. Based on the acclaimed “Batman and Son” storyline by Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert, the film introduces Damian Wayne into the animated universe as Bruce Wayne discovers he has a son raised by the League of Assassins and is forced to confront legacy, loyalty and a dangerous inherited past.

Bob and Matt discuss the final issues of H2sh Part 1 and the future for the Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee dumpster fire. (Spoilers for this episode)Current Comic Rankings:Fantastic Four #1-87 (‘61) Jack Kirby & Stan LeeNew X-Men (‘01) Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely, Phil Jimenez, & al.Fantastic 4 (‘09) Jon Hickman, Steve Epting, & al.Doom (‘24) Sanford Greene & Jon HickmanFantastic 4 (‘02) Mark Waid, Mike Wieringo, & al.Boy Wonder (‘24) Juni BaFantastic 4 (‘89) Walt Simonson, Art Adams, & al.(New) Avengers & Secret Wars (‘13) Jon Hickman, Leinil Yu, Esad Ribić, & al.Archie v. Predator (‘15 & ‘19) Alex de Campi, Fernado Ruiz, & Robert Hack Batman: City of Madness (‘24) Christian WardUltimates Omniversal (‘15) Al Ewing, Kenneth Rocafort, Travel Foreman, & al.Aliens vs. Avengers (‘24) Jon Hickman & Esad RibićDC & Sts of Gotham (‘06) Paul Dini, Dustin Nyguen, & al.Archie Punisher Batman (‘94) Lash, Buscema, Goldberg, O'Neil, Dixon, & al.Batman: Broken City (‘04) Azz & Eduardo RissoGotham Y1 (‘23) Tom King & Phil HesterSuicide Sqaud: Get Joker! (‘22) Azz & Alex MaleevMighty Avengers (‘13) Al Ewing, Greg Land, Luke Ross, & al.Legend of the Blue Marvel (‘08) Kevin Grevioux, Mat Broome, & Roberto CastroBlack Panther (‘22) John Ridley, Germán Peralta, &c. Gotham City Sirens (‘09) Paul Dini, Guillem March, Peter Calloway, & al.Dr. Mid-Nite (‘99) Matt Wagner & John Snyder∞ Gauntlet (‘91) Jim Starlin, George Pérez, & Ron LimX-Men #1-19 (‘63) Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, & Werner RothAvengers (‘63) Jack Kirby & Stan LeeBlack Knight (‘21) Si Spurrier & Sergio DávilaSuperman v. FF (‘99) Dan Jurgens & Art ThibertFF: 1234 Grant Morrison & Jae LeeWerewolf by Night (‘23) Derek Landry & Fran GalánAvengers World (‘14) Nick Spencer, Jon Hickman, Stefano Caselli, & al.Batman: Hush (‘03) & H2sh (‘25) Jeph Loeb & Jim LeeAvengers AI (‘13) Sam Humphries & André Lima AraújoX-Men: Grand Design (‘19) Ed PiskorFF: Grand Design (‘19) Tom ScioliDC vs. AEW (‘26) Steve Orlando & Travis MercerGotham Knights (‘00) Devin Grayson, Roger Robinson, & al. Gotham Knights (‘02) Scott Beatty, Roger Robinson, & al.Gotham Knights (‘04) AJ Lieberman, Al Barrioneuvo, & al.

Welcome to the New X-Men era of X Is For Comics – hope you survive the experience! First up – Nico and TK talk about the groundbreaking lead-in to Grant Morrison's New X-Men – Joe Casey & Ian Churchill's Uncanny X-Men 394, the first issue to kick off the era. The book rolls into the shocking and odd Poptopia featuring Nightcrawler, Angel, Chamber, and more as they journey through fame, the London Underground and more before meeting Stacy X, the Church of Humanity, and more! Then join the team as they examine the first of the Icons miniseries – this one starring Iceman before looking at the first arc of Gail Simone's incredible Deadpool run! Read along with Uncanny X-Men 394 - 400, Icons: Iceman 1 - 4, & Deadpool 65 - 69 – it's all this and more on an all new MCU on X Is For Comics!

Welcome to the New X-Men era of X Is For Comics – hope you survive the experience! First up – Nico and TK get into Wizard Magazine – what it is and what it meant to X-Men fans in the early 2000s. Then join the duo as they explore the Wizard New X-Men Preview with four pages from New X-Men 114 & Uncanny X-Men 394 before they dive into the 80+ pages of the Wizard X-Men Special 2002 featuring interviews from Chris Claremont, Grant Morrison, Frank Quietly, & much more. Along with sneak peaks ahead, special looks back, and plenty of pinups, this time capsule sets the stage for the New X-Men era! Read along with Wizard New X-Men Special & New X-Men Preview 2002 – it's all this and more on an all new MCU on X Is For Comics!

This week on Panel Chewing, Steve and Jarrod dive into another round of weekly comic reads—with a candid conversation to kick things off about something most podcasts don't always say out loud: we pay for every book we review.No review copies, no publisher influence—just honest takes from readers spending their own money each week. That reality shapes what we stick with, what we drop, and why our pull list leans heavily into indie books that actually earn their place.From there, it's business as usual—breaking down this week's comics, debating what's worth your time (and your wallet), and crowning our Pick of the Week.We also wrap up our ongoing group read of Grant Morrison's Batman and share final thoughts on the run—what worked, what didn't, and whether it lives up to its reputation.

Bob and Matt discuss Grant Morrison's Fantastic Four miniseries.

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman and the Martian Manhunter, or as most comics fan know them as The Justice League. However, that wasn't always the case. In a post crisis world the Justice League of America was a much different group of heroes. It wasn't until writer Grant Morrison gathered the greatest heroes in the DC canon and put them together on one team to become the JLA. Join James and Chris as they head back to 1997 to talked about the first story in Grant Morrison's run New World Order.

This week on Panel Chewing: Pick of the Week, we're back with another stacked lineup of comics—from indie standouts to big publisher swings—as we break down everything we read this week and crown our top pick.We kick things off with a preview of our upcoming group read, diving into the legendary Lone Wolf and Cub—a classic manga rooted in Edo-period Japan, blending historical drama, political intrigue, and brutal samurai storytelling. If you've ever been curious about the series, now's the perfect time to jump in with us.From there, we run through this week's books, including:American Caper #6 and its sharp satire and character-driven chaos Fury of the Firestorm #1 and a darker take on heroism Corpse Knight #1 and its medieval revenge setup The Hab #1 and a twisted post-apocalyptic bunker story Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre #3—a wild, over-the-top ride that may divide readers  Plus more hits, misses, and everything in between We also wrap up the Night City mini-series, revisit Spawn: The Dark Ages, and catch up on Hyde Street as it continues to impress with its character-driven storytelling.

This week, we get a peek inside of the DC3cast Patreon to hear the boys begin their discussion of Grant Morrison's Bat-Run. To join the Patreon, go to DC3cast.com.

Happy! is a black comedy action series based on Grant Morrison and Darick Robertson's four-issue graphic novel, with Brian Taylor directing most of its early run. It premiered on Syfy in December 2017 to strong reviews (81% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65 on Metacritic) and paired Christopher Meloni's self-destructive hitman Nick Sax with Patton Oswalt's relentlessly optimistic imaginary unicorn. Season 1 works because it's tight—an ultra-violent Christmas redemption story grounded in trauma, fatherhood, and the intrusion of hope. Renewed quickly, Season 2 expanded into bigger mythology and louder chaos, but lost the precision that made the premise hit. The result is a show built like a miniseries stretched into escalation. Cancelled in June 2019 just after Season 2 aired, Happy! ends not with resolution, but with a concept that outgrew its own design.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

In this week's Panel Chewing: Pick of the Week, Steve and Jarrod are back with a stacked lineup as they continue catching up on recent reads—diving into indie standouts, superhero staples, and everything in between.From deep space survival in Astral Quantum to gritty pulp crime in City of Demons, and supernatural tension in Estuary: A Ghost Story, there's no shortage of variety. The guys also tackle familiar territory with Marvel and DC, questioning whether titles like Daredevil and Detective Comics still bring anything new to the table—or if they're stuck in a cycle of “more of the same.”On the indie side, books like Hyde Street, Neighborhood Watch, and Pretty Hate Machine show off the creativity smaller publishers are bringing right now, while Conan the Barbarian continues to impress with a near pick-of-the-week performance.But when it comes time to choose, Jarrod goes with a powerful, emotional issue of Minor Arcana that hits harder than expected, while Steve surprises himself with Kilroy Is Here—a one-shot that leaves a lasting impact.Plus, the guys break down this week's group read from Batman's Grant Morrison run (Batman and Son, issues #667–668), exploring its unexpected murder mystery twist and standout artwork.Whether you're into indie comics, superhero books, or just looking for your next great read—this week's episode has something for you.And of course… what was your pick of the week?Send us a message (I'm not able to reply)Support the showPage Chewing BlogPage Chewing ForumFilm Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations Podcast Support the podcast via PayPalSupport the show by using our Amazon Affiliate linkJoin Riverside.fm Co-Hosts:JarrodVarsha ChrisJoseCarl D. Albert (author)Thomas J. Devens (author)Alex French (author)Intro and Outro Music by Michael R. Fletcher (2024-Current)

This week on Panel Chewing, we're back after a short break with a stack packed full of comics—and we mean FULL. From wild indie chaos to big-name titles, we break down what hit, what missed, and what's worth your time.We dig into a wide range of books including Absolute Martian Manhunter, Batwoman #1, Hyde Street, Punisher, Spawn: Dark Ages, and more—covering everything from standout artwork to storytelling highs and frustrating missteps.There's plenty of debate this week, with mixed reactions on several titles, plus some surprising standouts that almost took Pick of the Week. We also continue our ongoing group read with Grant Morrison's Batman run (Issues #665–666)—the one place where we go full spoiler mode.Send us a message (I'm not able to reply)Support the showPage Chewing BlogPage Chewing ForumFilm Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations Podcast Support the podcast via PayPalSupport the show by using our Amazon Affiliate linkJoin Riverside.fm Co-Hosts:JarrodVarsha ChrisJoseCarl D. Albert (author)Thomas J. Devens (author)Alex French (author)Intro and Outro Music by Michael R. Fletcher (2024-Current)

Hey, it's the 39th episode starring Connor Goldsmith! We've been trying to record an episode for a while so I'm thrilled it finally happened, Connor's coming back in a few months too so yaaaaaaay! You might know Connor from Cerebro, where we have talked for many, many hours about X-Men comics. Pick up Connor's new comic, Did You Hear About Mimi Green? I am hype for it. We're chatting about Seven Soldiers of Victory #0, this is written by Grant Morrison, with art by J.H. Williams III, Dave Stewart on colors, and Todd Klein on letters. Edited by Harvey Richards and Peter Tomasi. This podcast is recorded in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This episode is edited by Kate Warner of the band Church Fire. The theme music is provided by Earth Control Pill, whose work is on Bandcamp. I do not want to deal with ads AT ALL, so if you also don't want to deal with ads, please consider supporting the podcast by rating and reviewing and/or signing up at the Ko-fi @ ko-fi.com/saracentury. There is now a Discord for this podcast, and here's the slightly cumbersome invite link if you are interested: https://discord.gg/ZwbvqJDAGS  Finally, you could support my other ventures, including the pending narrative horror podcast Medusa Mask. Visit my website to sign up for my newsletter for updates. Oh, and I'm a horror writer, so pick up my short story anthology, A Small Light and Other Stories, through Weirdpunk Books, or pretty much wherever else you get books. I wrote a zine about the Scream franchise that you can pick up @ sara-century.square.site.

Dallas, Anne, Lexi, and Gianni sit down to discuss Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's WE3!

Let's dive into everything we know about X-Men '97 Season 2!Was Neve Campbell supposed to be Polaris? Was Onslaught planned? Are they adapting The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix? Grant Morrison costumes?! IS GAMBIT COMING BACK AS DEATH?! Let's break it all down!

Andrew Schuman joins the book club to discuss the reality altering crisis in Phase 3 of Zenith by Grant Morrison and Steve Yeowell. You can find this book digitally or wait until later in 2026 for a complete omnibus in colour. The Zenith phase 3 scorecard is here and the Tom Whiteley article we discuss is here.You can find out more about Andrew's ministry at St Christopher's.You can find a list of all the upcoming books on the Facebook page, follow the podcast on instagram, Threads, Mastodon, and BlueSky. And email me comments and suggestions to MCBCpodcast@gmail.comMusic used in this episode is Circuit Breaker by the artist Robodub. Click here to listen to the episode online. Or Download here Right click and choose save link as to download to your computer.

Okay, it's time to press pause on your life and press play on this week's episode. Klaus Janson is an icon. He's worked in comics for over fifty years, radically shaping characters like Daredevil and Batman, while working alongside other comic book greats such as Frank Miller, Dick Giordano, Gene Colan, Dennis O'Neil, Grant Morrison, Bill Sienkiewicz, Brian Michael Bendis, and many, many more. He's worked within the medium from multiple angles as penciler, inker, colorist, writer, and teacher. By thriving through comics, he's also collected a million stories to tell. We got a few out of him today. We're honored to have Klaus Janson join us for our 350th episode, especially during a time that sees his first North American art exhibit on display at the Philippe Labaune Gallery in New York City. You have until April 11th to witness more than one hundred Klaus Janson pieces, reflecting a lifetime of dedication to our favorite art form. If you're looking to extend the 40th anniversary celebrations of The Dark Knight Returns, a book that continues to shape the entire industry and a few others as well, then you owe yourself a trip. Klaus Janson takes us all the way back to his time before comics, and how two unique jobs prepared him for his life at the drawing board. We discuss his collaboration with Frank Miller on Daredevil and The Dark Knight Returns, a few of the projects he's proud of that don't necessarily get the most attention, and how comics have shaped him as a person. Also, we spend this episode's introduction discussing our recent excursion to WonderCon in Anaheim, California. With multiple conventions fighting for your attention this weekend, we consider what WonderCon offers that other gatherings don't, as well as some of the comic book news revealed across multiple panels. Absolute Crisis? Please say Thank You to Klaus Janson by following his Instagram. This Week's Sponsors Everyone loves to talk and debate about comics, but few people get to see what it's actually like behind the scenes. Now, IDW Publishing is changing that with the launch of IDW Studios. The first monthly show is CreatorxCreator, a free-flowing, fun and honest chat between two comic book creators as they discuss their craft, process, inspiration, and what life is really like as a creative. The second monthly show, Superlatives, brings IDW's knowledgeable and spirited editors head-to-head to debate each of these categories, with another editor stepping in as the moderator to pick the winner once the pros have made their arguments. The Future is Calling! 2000 AD is the Galaxy's Greatest Comic, with new issues published every single week! Every 32-page issue of 2000 AD brings you the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and more. Get a print subscription to 2000 AD and it'll arrive to your mailbox every week - and your first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Subscribe to the Comic Book Couples Counseling YouTube Channel Watch The Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics Previously on CBCC: Ethan Young on Demon Run Follow the Pop Culture Maven on YouTube Comic Book Club: My Boyfriend is a Bear at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 2/1 at 3:30 PM Comic Book Film Club: Paying For It on 4/26 at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia. Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Bluesky @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 Jesse Lonergan and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou.

It's April Fool's Day* and the Joker has led an inmate revolt of Arkham Asylum! In 1989, Tim Burton's Batman was the year's hottest movie, and fans took to comic book shops and bookstores starving for more Dark Knight content. What they found was…a dense, 128-page experimental narrative featuring terrifying expressionist paint and artwork with a story crammed with allusions to the Tarot, Passion plays, St. George the Dragonslayer, and Carl Jung. Was this an April's Fools prank DC was pulling on new readers? Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth has been praised as a brilliant psychological-horror take on Batman by some and a pretentious mess by others; even writer Grant Morrison and artist Dave McKean don't see eye to eye! It's a graphic novel open to interpretation, and we'll guide you through a bunch of possible readings, unpack some symbolism, and use the book's subtitle to unlock the ambition behind one of the strangest Batman stories ever told.* No really, check your calendarCONTENT WARNINGS: Lurid and sensationalist approaches to the concepts of mental health and “insanity,” as well as other disturbing topics befitting a “mature readers” graphic novel.

This week on Panel Chewing, we're back in the saddle with a stacked lineup of comics, breaking down the best reads, biggest disappointments, and everything in between.From indie standouts to superhero staples, we dig into what worked, what didn't, and what's worth adding to your pull list.

There's been a lot of chatter lately about Green Lantern—especially with Grant Morrison weighing in on Damon Lindelof's comments and HBO's decision to frame its upcoming series around  Lanterns. And look,when Grant Morrison speaks up about Green Lantern, it's not noise. It's coming from real creative experience.Grant, along with artist Liam Sharp, delivered one of the most imaginative and ambitious Green Lantern runs in recent DC Comics history.A run that really leaned into the cosmic weirdness, the science fiction roots, and the larger-than-life mythology that makes the character work. So this isn't theory. This is practice.Today, I want to take you back to a 2020 conversation I had with Grant during the COVID lockdown. A moment when we had the time to really dig into what makes Green Lantern special. You'll also hear insights connected to Liam Sharp's work on the book, and how both creators approached the character not just as a superhero—but as a gateway to big, wild, conceptual storytelling. If you've ever wondered why Green Lantern matters, why the concept still has legs, and why creators keep coming back to it, this is a great place to start.

Kristian Harloff Show – Stories For Today: Dune Part Three First Posters & Trailer, Spider-Man Brand New Day Footage Rollout, David Zaslav $887 Million Payout & More!In this jam-packed episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian breaks down the hottest Hollywood headlines you need to know right now! From epic new looks at Dune: Part Three to brand-new Spider-Man: Brand New Day footage, shocking Disney Oscars changes, David Zaslav's massive Warner Bros. Discovery payday, and a fiery Lanterns HBO response — it's all here. Dune: Part Three – First official posters are here and the teaser trailer drops TOMORROW! Denis Villeneuve's Dune Messiah adaptation (releasing December 18, 2026) stars Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jason Momoa's new Duncan Idaho, and Robert Pattinson. The epic conclusion is already looking massive! Spider-Man: Brand New Day – Tom Holland just announced a huge teaser trailer rollout with short clips dropping all day ahead of the full reveal! Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film stars Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal as Punisher, Mark Ruffalo as Hulk, plus Scorpion, Tombstone, Sadie Sink and more. July 31, 2026 can't come soon enough — new Spider-Man 4 footage is here! Disney Oscars Drama – Walt Disney TV exec Rob Mills says they're rethinking Oscar acceptance speeches: "Designate one person to speak… continue it backstage with a social feed." Kristian reacts to the controversial plan that's got everyone talking. David Zaslav $887 Million Payday – Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav is set to pocket $887 million (cash severance, equity, tax reimbursements & more) thanks to the massive Paramount Skydance merger. Kristian dives into what this means for the future of DC Studios, Warner Bros and Hollywood. Lanterns HBO Drama – Damon Lindelof claps back at Grant Morrison's criticism with the perfect response: "Green is NOT stupid!" The writer of the upcoming Green Lantern series defends his love for Hal Jordan and promises the show will speak for itself in 2026. Kristian Harloff gives his unfiltered takes, theories, and laughs on every story — exactly why fans love The Kristian Harloff Show!Which story are you most excited about — Dune 3, Spider-Man Brand New Day, or the Lanterns drama? Drop your thoughts below! Subscribe for daily movie news, reactions, breakdowns & more from Kristian Harloff. New episodes every week! #DunePartThree #Dune3 #DuneMessiah #SpiderManBrandNewDay #SpiderMan4 #TomHolland #DavidZaslav #LanternsHBO #GreenLantern #DamonLindelof #GrantMorrison #Oscars #WarnerBrosDiscovery #ParamountMerger #KristianHarloff #MovieNews   SPONSOR: CASH APP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod.  Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC.  See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand.  Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. BUTCHER BOX:     As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between chicken breast or top sirloin for a year OR ground beef for life, PLUS $20 off when you go to https://www.ButcherBox.com/kristian

The tech elite are wielding occult power, but we have the imagination.Join us in the live chat for our first-ever Team Human Premiere! Douglas Rushkoff sits down with legendary comic writer and chaos magician Grant Morrison for a deeply urgent conversation about reclaiming reality.Morrison argues that magic isn't just the supernatural; it's a mundane, everyday tool of collective agreement that we are all already using. While billionaires use algorithmic binding spells to predict our moves and trap us in a boring, materialist nightmare, we possess the ultimate counter-measure: our collective imagination.Finding the others is no longer enough. It's time to stop being NPCs in someone else's sterile simulation and start authoring our own pro-human reality.Team Human is proudly sponsored by Everyone's Earth.Learn more about Everyone's Earth: https://everyonesearth.com/Change Diapers: https://changediapers.com/Cobi Dryer Sheets: https://cobidryersheets.com/Use the code “rush10” to receive 10% off of Cobi Dryer sheets: https://cobidryersheets.com/Support Team Human on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamhumanFollow Team Human with Douglas Rushkoff:Instagram: https:/www.instagram.com/douglasrushkoffYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@douglasrushkoffTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/douglasrushkoffBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rushkoff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.