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Batman and Sgt Rock are on the trail of a deadly terrorist organisation. The terrorists fight back... by going after JIM APARO and BOB HANEY!?!?! Join David, Peter, Ross and Steve for the craziest Brave and Bold team-up yet! You can find Ross at https://stopletsteamup.libsyn.com/ Email us at theearth2podcast@gmail.com Facebook www.facebook.com/theearth2podcast Instagram www.instagram.com/theearth2podcast Twitter www.twitter.com/podcast_earth2 Leave us a Voicemail at www.speakpipe.com/theearth2podcast And we're now on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/theearth2podcast.bsky.social #dccomics #dcmultiverse #Batman #SgtRock #JimAparo #BobHaney #Metacomics #GrantMorrison #EarthPrime
Season 2 Episode 767 Batman A Lonely Place of Dying Part 1 of 3: Sean and Jim are joined by longtime friend Brett Harris as we discuss the classic, Batman A Lonely Place of Dying. DC High Volume https://www.dc.com/highvolume Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Upcoming: X-men Manhunt, Turtles of Grayskull Future Topics : Miles Morales, Conan, Spectacular Spider-Man, Miracleman, The Boys, Radiant Black, Heartpiercer, Emperor Joker, Hush II, Batman Long Halloween: The Last Halloween, One World Under Doom, Summer of Superman, Creature Commandos, Man-Thing, Secret Wars II, The Cross Time Caper, and much much more because we are in constant planning. Show Topic Request Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5l4gZgdGrNpLXAN4NdcAI0WF7fM7yhjHJ3upZ3azEc31zuw/viewform?usp=sharing Contact Info (Social Media and Gaming) Updated 9/23: https://ragingbullets.com/about/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/401332833597062/ Show Notes: 0:00 Show opening, http://www.heroinitiative.org, http://cbldf.org/,http://www.DCBService.com, http://www.Instocktrades.com, show voicemail line 1-440-388-4434 or drnorge on Skype, and more. 2:32 Lonely Place of Dying Part 1 1:12:59 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content. Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.
Ross and Kirby team-up to talk Brave and the Bold 109. Batman and The Demon meet for the first time. The battle a Pirate Lava. This isn't the zanyist Bob Haney comic, but is a good time. Jim Aparo's art is beatifurl. #DCComics #Batman #TheDemon #BraveandtheBold #team-up #BobHaney #JimAparo #JackKirby #GothamCity #pirate #ghosts #Merlin
Hey there all you psycho surgeons! Monster Matt is back, and he and I have a fantastic DC anthology comic to talk about on todays episode! One story on particular grabbed my attention due to the art by Jim Aparo! We also talk about snow and how much winter sucks. As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Mahazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Matt on Twitter @1Monstermatt or at his website monster-Matt.com! Thanks for listening!
We're kicking off the annual 3rd season of BatMarch with our 275th episode and a classic Batman comic: A Death In The Family. .. and YOU get to decide the fate of the podcast!This 1988 Batman story featuring the death of Robin Jason Todd is one of the most iconic DC Batman stories written by Jim Starlin, art by Jim Aparo, & edited by Dennis O'Neil.But first Cody once again lies & gaslights us into believing he's capable of being on time. Cody also falls in love with the MCU after years of disappointment. Is this story a hot bed of mediocrity? Jason Todd is low key a bitch & deserved to die. His mom might be the worst human alive. Anthony points out similarities between this book & HBO's The Penguin. Is this book racist & dated as fuck? Is Chris Jericho a piece of shit? Which one of Cody's friends got a DUI recently? Cody & Jake fuck with Shane Gillis. This comic features Jake & Anthony's favorite Batman color scheme. Is Superman a boot licker in this book? Are the choices for this story a little off? Does it feel like a Batman story? The fans voted for Jason Todd to get killed off. Is RFK Jason Todd? Would Trump give The Joker a position in his cabinet? Is Covid rotting Jake's brain or turning him into The Leader? Tune in this month for more BatMarch as we cover The Cult, Batman Forever, Batman Earth One, The Dark Knight Rises, & Batman White Knight. PLUS - listen to the end of the episode to find out how you can call in and change the course of Comics and Chronic history!Check out Superguy on Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrtonynacho/superguy-1Check out our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ComicsandChronicCheck out our website: https://www.comicsandchronic.com/New episodes every THURSDAYFollow us on social media! Bluesky // Instagram // Twitter // TikTok :@comicsnchronicYouTube:www.youtube.com/channel/UC45vP6pBHZk9rZi_2X3VkzQE-mail: comicsnchronicpodcast@gmail.comCodyInstagram // Bluesky:@codycannoncomedyTwitter: @Cody_CannonTikTok: @codywalakacannonJakeInstagram // Bluesky:@jakefhahaAnthonyBluesky // Instagram // Threads // Twitter // TikTok:@mrtonynachoYouTube: youtube.com/nachocomedy
Tariffs hit comic book industry. More details on the Jim Aparo Artist Edition from Act 4 have been revealed. Marvel Rivals comic features Jeff The Land Shark game spray.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, 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
Hey everybody, Jeremiah is back, and he and I have two more issues to talk about! But, these two issues are a little bit of a downer. Not because they're bad, but because they're the swan song for Len Wein and Jim Aparo, unfortunately. So, not only do we cover these two issues, but we also lament the departure of these two giants! As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Mahazines and Monsters). You can find Jeremiah on social media @bigox737 and his blog - comicscomicscomics.blog (and anything by SuperBlog TeamUp)! Thanks for listening.
Hey there all you phantoms! Jeremiah is back and the next two issues of the series are absolutely gems!! We talk about the greatness of Len Wein and Jim Aparo (their partnership is coming to an end), some fantastic continuity, and the return of the ice giants! All this plus our usual shenanigans! As usual. If you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or at the show's FB page (just search Magazine and Monsters). You can find Jeremiah on most social media platforms at @bigox737 and definitely check out his blog (comicscomicscomics.blog)! Thanks for listening.
Enter the Hammer House of Franklin-Stein! Cindy and Chris discuss Hammer's second entry in their original horror franchise, Revenge of Frankenstein! Peter Cushing returns as the mad baron, determined to create the perfect man! And it looks like he does…until cannibalism kicks in! Then follow us into the comic crypt for The Phantom Stranger #26, where the mysterious traveler encounters the Spawn of Frankenstein! By Len Wein, Marv Wolfman and Jim Aparo! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at supermatespodcast@gmail.com Clip credits: Revenge of Franktenstein (1958) directed by Terrence Fisher “People Are Strange” by The Doors “Feed My Frankenstein” by Alice Cooper
Hey there all you phantoms! Jeremiah is back with me again, and we have a couple of issues to talk about that are ace! Len Wein and Jim Aparo are at the top of their game, and you really see them gelling on this title! So grab your trench coat and fedora and let's goooo! As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Jeremiah on Twitter and Instagram @bigox737 and definitely check out his blog (comicscomicscomics.blog). Thanks for listening!
Boa noite, Gotham! No final de 1991, o lendário roteirista Dennis O'Neil, em parceria com uma equipe de não menos lendários desenhistas (como Jim Aparo, Mike Mignola, Joe Quesada, Keith Giffen e outros) nos presenteou com o a primeira edição anual da revista Legends of the Dark Knight, publicada no brasil como Um Conto de Batman: Duelo.Para analisar esta viagem pela mente do Homem-Morcego, chamamos Claiton Silva para se juntar a Carlos Vázquez, André Pansera, Thiago Brancatelli, e Leonardo Vicente, o Buddy. Dê o play! Camisetas e canecas Mansão Wayne!Confira na nossa loja oficial:https://umapenca.com/mansaowayne/ SEJA MEMBRO:Apoie o Mansão Wayne no Catarse:https://www.catarse.me/mansaowayne NOSSO LINK DA AMAZON:Faça suas compras utilizando nosso link! Para você não muda nada e nós ganhamos uma comissão que ajuda demais:https://amzn.to/3DbWs6MJá salva na barra de favoritos para usar sempre que for comprar algo por lá. NOSSAS REDES:Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Youtube JABÁS:Quer que o André Pansera edite seu podcast? Entre em contato com ele pelo pansera.audio@gmail.com, Instagram, Twitter ou Facebook!Adquira seus equipamentos de iluminação na comercialsol.netA Hora Suave no Youtube e no Facebook.Fala, Animal! no site, Facebook, Instagram e nos agregadores de podcast.Ouça o Soundcloud do Thiago Brancatelli.Conheça os projetos de Claiton Silva. BANCADA E CONVIDADOS:André Pansera • Twitter | InstagramCarlos Vázquez • Twitter | InstagramLeonardo Vicente • Twitter | InstagramRoberto Segundo • Twitter | InstagramThiago Brancatelli • Twitter | InstagramClaiton Silva • Twitter | Instagram EDIÇÃO DE ÁUDIO:André Pansera (Pansera Áudio) DESIGN DA VITRINE:Carlos Vázquez
Season 2 Episode 4: Batman A Death in the Family Part 2: Sean and Jim journey back to a major moment in DC history to wrap up a two-part discussion on the Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo classic, Batman A Death in the Family. An article on the three Jokers Podcast Legacy Number 726 We are on Threads! https://www.threads.net/@ragingbulletspodcast Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Upcoming: X-men Dark Phoenix Saga, The Flash (current series) 1-6 Future Topics : Batman Lonely Place of Dying, Superman House of Brainiac, Upcoming X-men Relaunch, Summer events, Miles Morales, Ultimate Marvel, Beta Ray Bill, Miracleman and much much more because we are in early planning. Contact Info (Social Media and Gaming) Updated 9/23: https://ragingbullets.com/about/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/401332833597062/ Show Notes: 0:00 Show opening, http://www.heroinitiative.org, http://cbldf.org/,http://www.DCBService.com, http://www.Instocktrades.com, show voicemail line 1-440-388-4434 or drnorge on Skype, and more. 4:05 A Death in the Family Part 2 1:26:45 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content. Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.
Season 2 Episode 3: Batman Death in the Family: Sean and Jim journey back to a major moment in DC history to begin a two-part discussion on the Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo classic, Batman Death in the Family. Podcast Legacy Number 725 We are on Threads! https://www.threads.net/@ragingbulletspodcast Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Upcoming: X-men Dark Phoenix Saga Future Topics : Batman Lonely Place of Dying, Superman House of Brainiac, Upcoming X-men Relaunch, Summer events, Miles Morales, DC's Summer Events, Ultimate Marvel, and much much more because we are in early planning. Contact Info (Social Media and Gaming) Updated 9/23: https://ragingbullets.com/about/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/401332833597062/ Show Notes: 0:00 Show opening, http://www.heroinitiative.org, http://cbldf.org/,http://www.DCBService.com, http://www.Instocktrades.com, show voicemail line 1-440-388-4434 or drnorge on Skype, and more. 3:39 Death in the Family 1:58:42 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content. Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.
Siskoid and Chris Franklin's coverage of The Brave and the Bold continues with issue #112 (May 1974) by Bob Haney and Jim Aparo, starring Batman and Mister Miracle! It's "The Impossible Escape"! Listen to the Team-Up below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! Relevant images and further credits at: FW Team-Up Supplemental This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via iTunes as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. And thanks for leaving a comment!
Siskoid and Chris Franklin's coverage of The Brave and the Bold continues with issue #112 (May 1974) by Bob Haney and Jim Aparo, starring Batman and Mister Miracle! It's "The Impossible Escape"! Listen to the Team-Up below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! Relevant images and further credits at: FW Team-Up Supplemental This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via iTunes as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. And thanks for leaving a comment!
In this episode, Chris welcomes back Phil from the “The Eternal Knight” podcast to look at one of his favorite comic book series, “Batman and the Outsiders”. Mike Barr, Jim Aparo, and Alan Davis create a new series that follows Batman form a new superhero team that operates outside of the Justice League of America. For years, the Batman has waged war on crime. Whether patrolling the streets of Gotham City or battling evil worldwide with the Justice League, he will face any foe, no matter the cost. But wars have a way of spreading. And when a deadly conflict abroad hits close to home, the Dark Knight must abandon his old allies and form a new force for justice—a team of heroes who aren't afraid to operate outside the rules. They are The Outsiders! Katana, Black Lightning. Metamorpho, Geo-Force, and Halo. Some are experienced combatants who've been driven to the fringes of the metahuman community. Others are new to their powers—and the danger that comes with them. But together, under the shadow of the Bat, they will redefine what it means to be a superhero team. Combining superhero action with espionage, the Outsiders brought their own brand of justice to Geo-Force's nation of Markovia, Katana's homeland of Japan and across the globe. Phil on Threads: @unphiltereddd The Eternal Knight on Podbean: https://theeternalknightpodcast.podbean.com/ Chris on Twitter: @ChrisBalgaWFTB on Twitter: @FinestBelieversWFTB Email: worldsfinesttruebelievers@gmail.comGeek Ultimate Alliance on Twitter: @GUAPodNetworkSupport The Alliance On Patreon & Get Ad-Free, Exclusive, Early Episodeshttps://www.patreon.com/guanetworkGeek Ultimate Alliance Network Is Produced By GeekVerse Podcast www.geekverse.caScheduleMonday: Rangers Alliance (Bi-Weekly) Tuesday: A Walk Through the MultiverseWednesday: The Animation NationThursday: Star Wars AllianceFriday: Marvel AllianceSaturday: DC AllianceSunday: World's Finest True Believers (Monthly)Follow the respective shows on Twitter so when they record live on GeekVerse Podcast Network you can join the chat and add to the conversation!
Ampersand Month concludes with an episode of Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman called "Ghosts." Newly married Lois and Clark are settling into their new brownstone when a neighbor decides to sell her house due to a persistent haunting. Soon, the Kents themselves experience a specter. Clark suspects a more mundane reason for the problem, but Lois takes the ghost at her word. Meanwhile, a real estate hustler who owes the local Irish mob a lot of money tries to steer the ghost toward his own ends. Will he succeed or will Lois outsmart everyone? Oh, and the episode features special guests as the hustler and the ghost. Erik discovers episode director Robert Ginty also starred in the fabulously cheesy movie Warrior of the Lost World. He and Justin consider the difference between good, important films and movies to be enjoyed with repeat viewings. Comic book discussions abound with Justin recalling how he indoctrinated someone to superhero comics, the earliest comic book storyline Erik read, and an appreciation of artist Jim Aparo. The pair pitch a Doc Savage movie with Tom Hardy and Rahul Kohli. Dean Cain continues to get the ribbing he deserves while other Superman actors get praise. Erik and Justin differ on Teri Hatcher's Lois Lane and Barry Allen ruins Iris's chances to be a dependable private eye.
Wildcat is back! As are Bob Haney and Jim Aparo in this fantastic story form Brave and Bold 110. Join David and guest co-host Steve as they try to answer the question... Who is the Very Special Spy? Email us at theearth2podcast@gmail.com Facebook www.facebook.com/theearth2podcast Instagram www.instagram.com/theearth2podcast Twitter www.twitter.com/podcast_earth2 Leave us a Voicemail at www.speakpipe.com/theearth2podcast #DCComics #Comics #Batman #Wildcat #JSA #TedGrant #BobHaney #JimAparo
Brian and Hassan are joined by Darrell Taylor and Russ El from Gotham by Geeks podcast to discuss the first issues DC Comics 80s Key Baxter Books: New Teen Titans by Marv Wolfman & George Perez, Legion of Super-Heroes by Paul Levitz and Keith Giffen, Outsiders by Mike W Barr and Jim Aparo, and Infinity, Inc. by Roy Thomas and Jerry Ordway. Plus Midlife by Brian Buccelato and Stefano Simeone (Image Comics) and Judge Dredd!! Follow us on: Facebook: Comics Discourse 114 Instagram: ComicsDiscourse114 Threads: ComicsDiscourse114 Bluesky: @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social Twitter: ComicsDiscourse
Siskoid and Chris Franklin's coverage of The Brave and the Bold continues with issue #195 (February 1983) by Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo, and starring Batman and Andrew Bennett - I... Vampire! Listen to the Team-Up below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! Relevant images and further credits at: FW Team-Up Supplemental This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via iTunes as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. And thanks for leaving a comment!
Siskoid and Chris Franklin's coverage of The Brave and the Bold continues with issue #195 (February 1983) by Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo, and starring Batman and Andrew Bennett - I... Vampire! Listen to the Team-Up below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! Relevant images and further credits at: FW Team-Up Supplemental This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via iTunes as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. And thanks for leaving a comment!
Hey there, all you horror fiends! For the first time ever, I've got my good buddy Mart Gray on the show! He's a big fan of the horror comics, and tis the season as they say, right? He picked a really fun issue from the House of Secrets, and he and I (and Abel) will try our best to gleefully present the three stories inside this book. Mart synopsizes the first and third stories with his usual dramatic flare, and I cover the second one that's a bit of an odd edition to the comic. But, it does have Jim Aparo artwork! So, light a candle, put on some spooky music, and draw the curtains, because we're going to scare the dickens out of you! As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page or on BlueSky @docstrange.bsky.social (or just search Billy-D). You can find Mart on most social media sites @MartGray and definitely check out his fantastic blog Too Dangerous for a Girl! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/magsnmonsters/message
The bell tolls for evil this night! The Spectre is on the prowl for vengeance, and only Dr Anj and myself can bring you the tale that tells of the spirit of vengeance! Join us as we deep dive into this issue and explore not only the fantastic storytelling of Michael Fleischer but the exquisite artwork of Jim Aparo as well. We also talk about the elephant...or Superman in the room in this issue as well. What was Fleischer trying to convey with this "special appearance" or was it just a bit of fun? Either way, we have a great time talking this one over, so hit that play button and enjoy! As usual, if you want to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB or Tumblr pages (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Anj on Twitter @dranj70 and definitely check out his blog, comicboxcommentary.com (Supergirl, Superman Family, etc.)! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/magsnmonsters/message
Bienvenue pour le premier numéro du Coin Lecture, notre nouveau rendez-vous consacré... à nos lectures en tout genre ! Pour ce premier numéro, retrouvez Koré, Quinn, Marie-Paule et Manu pour nous parler respectivement de : Le Cycle d'Ernaut de Jérusalem, de Yan Kervan; Quinn en pleine Bat-mania ! Batman: The Knight par Chip Zdarsky et Carmine di Giandomenico; L'An Zéro par Scott Snyder et Greg Capullo; Batman : Imposter par Mattson Tomlin et Andrea Sorrentino; The Batman's Grave par Warren Ellis et Bryan Hitch; Batman Le Culte par Jim Starlin et Bernie Wrightson; Batman Knightfall par notamment Chuck Dixon, Jo Duffy, Alan Grant, Dennis O'Neil, Doug Moench au scénario et Jim Aparo, Jim Balent, Eduardo Barreto, Bret Blevins, Norm Breyfogle, Vincent Giarrano, Tom Grummett, Klaus Janson, Barry Kitson, Mike Manley, Graham Nolan, Sal Velluto, Mike Vosburg et Ron Wagner au dessin. Genèse de la cité (Mégalopoles, tome 1), de N.K. Jemesin; Supergirl : Woman of Tomorrow, de Tom King et Bilquis Evely. Cette émission est une republication de l'émission live, visible toutes les deux semaines à 21h sur notre chaine Twitch ! N'hésitez pas à venir nous retrouvez en live et partager vos lectures avec nous. Le support visuel projeté pendant le live est disponible ici . Bonne écoute, bonnes lectures et très bonne semaine à vous !
Hey all you spooks and specters! Jeremiah is here with me to cover two more issues of the Phantom Stranger! We're creeping towards all new material, with Jim Aparo art and definitely excited! But for now, we have some solid work from Mike Sekowsky and company! As usual, if you want to leave any feedback for the show you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB or Tumblr pages. You can find Jeremiah on Twitter and Instagram @bigox737 and at comicscomicscomics.blog! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/magsnmonsters/message
Hey everybody! Jeremiah is back and ready to talk more Phantom Stranger with me! We are both pumped as we get two awesome covers by Neal Adams, and interiors by Jim Aparo! There are however, two different writers, and you can definitely see the tendencies of each one. We hav a good time busting on that jackass Dr. 13, and the villain in the second story is absolutely crazy! So, get ready to dive into two more fun issues with us! If you want to leave any feedback for the show you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the shows FB or Tumblr pages. You can find Jeremiah on social media @bigox737 or on his blog comicscomciscomics.blog (and search #SBTU #SuperBlogTeamUp as well)! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/magsnmonsters/message
Every year on American Independence Day, I post a picture of The Force of July on social media, both as cheeky humor, but also to make a small comment about 1980s comics and authoritarianism. This year, instead of that, I decided to do an episode devoted to the short-lived DC Comics villains (Yes, if you couldn't tell, they are the bad guys). We start by discussing their first appearance in Batman and the Outsiders Annual 1, by Mike W. Barr, Jim Aparo and others. We explain the original creation of the Outsiders and their patriotic-themed foes. If you've never read this issue before, get ready, because it's a doozy, straight out of 1984, the novel and Reagan's America. Then, we talk about the return appearances facing the Outsiders and later the Soviet Super Team, the Peoples' Heroes. Then, it's onto the Outisders/Infinity Inc crossover, not only featuring the Force of July, but also (spoiler alert) The Psycho-Pirate (hooray). We end discussing The Force of July appearing in the John Ostrander version of the Suicide Squad comic in 1989, and that can't be good news for Major Victory, Mayflower, Lady Liberty, Silent Majority and Sparkler. (Yes, those are their names.) I love C-list super villains and these guys are so of their time, that they are an intersting to examine from a historical and socio-political context. All of the issues discussed in the pod are available on DC Comics Unlimited App, if you want to read them for yourself. Note: Had some coughing issues while recording. So, if some made it through the edit or it seems more choppy than usual, that's why. Apologies
Tonight we have another artist spotlight. Robert Jimé on the show. He is a fantastic artist who has another set of pulp cover cards coming out in Star Wars Card Trader, and that is among the many other projects he is working on is . If you are on the socials you can find him and his work under the Zerostreet handle or if you go to zerostreet.shop online you can see a lot of his distinctive work. Considering that we are not too far from the release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, his work on the pulp covers and his style fits in perfectly to the aesthetic. From His Bio: “Robert's imagination and desire to draw were first fueled by his frequent visits to the corner newsstand in his Brooklyn neighborhood to purchase comic books, especially those that featured the art of Neal Adams, George Perez, and Jim Aparo. Later, the films seen on local TV, everything from the comedies of Abbott & Costello and The Marx Brothers, B Monster movies, and especially the Planet of the Apes series, left a definite imprint in his work. Incorporating an ever-growing cast of Apes, Tikis, and appearances from the likes of Doc Savage, Tarzan, The Shadow, and more, he is creating a unique narrative through his paintings and sculptures. Robert's work has appeared on album covers for Gold Dust Lounge and Stolen Idols and in magazines such as Exotica Moderne, Tiki Magazine, PKD Otaku, Gnarly and Pinstriping & Kustom Graphics. His work is also featured in the books, THE THING:ARTBOOK, VISIONS FROM THE UPSIDE DOWN: STRANGER THINGS ARTBOOK, GHOSTBUSTERS: ARTBOOK and has shown in galleries including Disneyland's Wonderground, Harold Golen, M Modern, Creature Features, and Bear & Bird among others. You can also see Robert's work in trading card sets for licenses such as Garbage Pail Kids, Wacky Packages, Mars Attacks, Star Wars, DC Comics, Firefly, Ghostbusters, Adventure Time and more. Most notably Robert has recently illustrated cards for the Star Wars Trading Card App.” Speaking of Indy, I had a blast talking with Dan Zehr on Coffee with Kenobi about the Last Crusade as part of his series on the films leading up to the premiere. It was fun talking with him and Dennis Keithly from Podcast Stardust on that show. Instagram & Twitter @Zerostreet https://zerostreet.shop https://www.facebook.com/ArtOfRobertJimenez/ https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/strangewise/created Appearance on Coffee With Kenobi on Indiana Jones and Last Crusade https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-with-kenobi-star-wars-community-conversation/id647745591 Album Cockpit podcast Ross Hollebon https://www.albumcockpitpodcast.com Ross and Greg Kenobi break Going up on YouTube The Rebel Base CardYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com › @rebelbasecard Card News: 2023 Topps Star Wars Chrome https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/2023-topps-star-wars-chrome-hobby-box.html 2023 Star Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi https://www.cardboardconnection.com/topps-star-wars-obi-wan-kenobi-trading-cards
Brian, Bryan and Hassan discuss their favorite B-teams (and some D-teams) including spotlighting some issues, Justice League Dark #1 by Peter Milligan and Mikel Janin, Alpha Flight #1 by John Byrne and Outsiders #12 by Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo. Follow us on: Facebook: Comics Discourse 114 Instagram: ComicsDiscourse114 Twitter: ComicsDiscourse
It's time for another trip down vengeance lane! Join Ross (Stop! Let's Team Up!) and I, as we travel down the spooky road to the house where Jim Corrigan lives! That's right, another episode in my coverage of The Spectre in Adventure Comics is here. This is another visually stunning story by Jim Aparo, and Michael Fleischer delivers a solid horror tale. We talk about the story, ads, and a very special letter as well, so join us for some fun. As usual, you can leave feedback for the show through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB or Tumblr pages (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Ross on Twitter @JSA4e and check out his podcast Stop! Lets Team Up! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/magsnmonsters/message
In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to break down a popular 3-issue series from the 1980s, The Untold Legend of The Batman. Hear us talk similarities and differences to Batman's origin, Jim Aparo's outstanding art, Len Wein's underappreciated writing, and more. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.
With very few choices left to him, Clark makes a difficult decision. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists.Clark Kent, Jonathan Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Dr. Fate was created by Gardner Fox and Howard Sherman. J'Onn J‘Onzz was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Jason Blood was created by Jack Kirby. The Joker was created by Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, and Bob Kane. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. John Stewart was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Wally West was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. John Constantine was created by Alan Moore and Steve Bissette. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Etta Candy was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Deadshot was created by David Vern Reed and Lew Sayre Schwartz. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Bloodsport was created by John Byrne. Captain Atom was created by Joe Gill and Steve Ditko. Katana was created by Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Time Passing I by David Hilowitz, Headlights/Mountain Road by Blue Dot Sessions, Highway to the Stars by Kai Engel, Devil in the Details by David Hilowitz, Calm and Collected by Blue Dot Sessions, Dutiligi by Mello C, Taut by Chad Crouch, Sequence by Borrtex, Good Ideas Poorly Executed by Steve Combs, Hunter by Scott Holmes, Pep by Kirk Osamayo, Eclipse by Kirk Osamayo, Tarnish by Podington Bear, Emu in the Bass by Gorowski, Morning Mist by Podington Bear, No Good (Start the Dance by Ergo Phizmiz, Neogrotesque by Tortue Super Sonic, Maceonectar (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Saxsyndrum, Fog In a Dawn by Masato Abe, Slough by Podington Bear, There Is Always a Reason by Borrtex, Enhance Your Days (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Children of Kids.
Content warning: A minor is murdered. In this episode, we examine one of the most popular Batman stories of all time: A Death in the Family from Batman #426-429 by Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo, published by DC Comics! In 1988, DC established a pair of 900 numbers to allow readers to vote whether Jason Todd, the second Robin, would live or die. Spoiler alert: He dies. But that's not even the most memorable part of this truly bizarre tale that features a cameo appearance by the Ayatollah Khomeini and sees the Joker go from international arms dealer to Iran's ambassador to the United Nations! Can the Dark Knight Detective avenge the gruesome death of his teenage ward and stop the Clown Prince of Crime from killing a roomful of U.N. delegates? And is there any chance that this story achieves that diplomatic immunity known as ... The Comics Canon? In This Episode: · Visit Historic Crime Alley! · What is Iran's endgame, exactly? · What does Superman sound like with his lungs full of gas? · A Lonely Place of Dying · Extraordinary on Hulu · If Books Could Kill · Direct Conversations: Talks With Fellow DC Comics Bronze Age Creators · Fantastic Four: Full Circle by Alex Ross Join us in two weeks as we extend our stay in Gotham to discuss Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert's Batman and Son! Until then: Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Twitter or Facebook! And as always, thanks for listening!
On this episode of Panel by Panel! Siskoid and special guest Chad Bokelman take a dive into a panel from Aquaman #57 (1977) by David Michelinie and Jim Aparo. What more do you need to know? This is one of the building blocks of our podcasting network! A clean look at the image in the Panel by Panel Supplemental. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/FWPodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/panel-by-panel/id1580551162 or Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/7zNQNUV6HwHCd5NUKzxvyu Leave us a comment, we'll read it between the panels!
This week Alan and Tony tackle a Christmas issue of DC Comics The Brave and the Bold. Issue 148 - 'The Night the Mob Stole Xmas!' Written by Bob Haney with art by Jim Aparo and Joe Staton. There's also some Jack Cole chat. It's a Cracker - literally! You can find Alans comics by hitting this link right here. Go buy someone a great Christmas gift. Many thanks for listening.
Teenagers run amok! Yes, this happened a lot in the 1960s and 1970s, and there's only one man that can help me handle these crazy kids- Ranger Gord! He's back, and we tackle this wild tale from the mind of Zany Bob Haney, and the wonderful art of Jim Aparo! A nuclear bomb, and kids that demand change are more than Gotham PD can handle, so Batman recruits the Teen Titans for help. As usual, you can contact the show through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Ranger Gord on Twitter @ToltonGord and definitely check out his podcast Prairie Justice: A Greg Saunders Vigilante Podcast (prairiejustice.podbean.com)! Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magsnmonsters/message
It's that time again! Time for more Zany Haney and Jim Aparo! Tim Price returns to the show, and we dissect another Brave and the Bold masterpiece. We see Batman arrest Bruce Wayne (Bat-Cop?), Metamorpho teams up with Batman, and Plastic Man falls in love! And this is just scratching the surface. These three heroes have their work cut out for them, as a devious villain (a returning villain) threatens to take them all out! As usual, you can send any feedback through email to Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or on the FB page, or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious and you can find Tim on Twitter @TimPrice17 (and definitely give a listen to The Outcasters by clicking here!). Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magsnmonsters/message
Welcome to episode 4 of the show! I had the pleasure of welcoming a new guest to the show this time, and Chris, from the Professor Frenzy show and I had a blast talking about The Brave and the Bold 131! This crazy issue is a Batman and Wonder Woman team up, and Bob Haney spares no sanity in it! We also get the incredible work on Jim Aparo on art and letters! Join us for this gonzo issue, and as always, thanks for tuning in! Any feedback for the show can be sent to MagazinesandMonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious and you can find Chris @btoandbatbooks and every Wednesday on The Professor Frenzy Show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magsnmonsters/message
In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show to talk a classic Batman story with a significant event, A Death in The Family. Hear us talk Jason Todd's history, deciding his fate, and the great Jim Aparo's art. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Javi on Twitter: @JaviTru. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.
For episode 23 of MCMF, Marcus and Manny review one of the most iconic stories of all time, 1988's A DEATH IN THE FAMILY. Running through Batman #426-429, this story by legendary creators Jim Starlin and Jim Aparo follows the second Robin, Jason Todd, on his quest to find his long-missing mother -- a quest that ends in his death at the hands of The Joker.
One of DC's most fondly remembered '80s series is Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo‘s Batman and the Outsiders. Tim, always a Marvel true believer, is just now reading it for the first time, but he's recruited a lifelong fan of the Distinguished Competition, writer and podcaster John Trumbull, to join him in a look … Continue reading #736 “Batman and the Outsiders” vol. 1
On this episode, writer/producer/showrunner F.J. DeSanto joins the show to break down a blockbuster of a Batman story, found in The Brave and the Bold #182. Hear us discuss talk Jim Aparo's art, nods to the Golden Age, and why "Interlude on Earth-Two" is F.J.'s favorite Batman story. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow F.J. on Instagram: @fjdesanto. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod
On this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show, to talk about a unique 1980's Batman story, The Many Deaths of the Batman. They also gush about this being the first time on the show they get to gush about the legendary Jim Aparo. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.
On this episode of X-Ray Vision, Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight get a hug from an eagle! First in Previously On (2:07), Jason and Rosie discuss casting news, including the Sonyverse's Chameleon and MCU's Blade, how immersed Paul Dano got in his Riddler role, and the release of more Thor: Love and Thunder Legos and what that might tell us about phase 4 and 5 of the MCU. In the Airlock (29:57) Jason and Rosie dive deep (deeeep) into HBO Max's Peacemaker, discussing James Gunn's trademark style, Peacemaker season 2, and the historical precedents for DC / Marvel creative crossovers. In the Hive Mind (1:22:24), Jason is joined by Peacemaker star Chukwudi Iwuji for a charming conversation about working with James Gunn, acting from the page, his father's burgeoning cinephilia, and trying to keep up comedically with John Cena (plus how that opening dance sequence came together). In Nerd Out (1:41:22) a listener pitches us on Amazon Prime's The Legend of Vox Machina and the webseries Critical Role that inspired it. And in the Endgame (1:44:48), Jason and Rosie name their favorite villain turned hero. Tune in every Friday and don't forget to Hulk Smash the Follow button! Nerd Out Submission Instructions! Send a short pitch and 2-3 minute voice memo recording to xray@crooked.com that answers the following questions: 1) How did you get into/discover your ‘Nerd Out?' (2) Why should we get into it too? (3) What's coming soon in this world that we can look forward to or where can we find it? Follow Jason: twitter.com/netw3rk Follow Crooked: twitter.com/crookedmedia PLUGS: Rosie's IG, website, author archive, & Letterboxd. The Listener's Guide for all things X-Ray Vision! A-Force – Marvel's first all female team of Avengers; debuting in 2015, created by writers G. Willow Wilson and Marguerite Bennett and artist Jorge Molina, and appearing in an alternate universe during 2015's Secret Wars before being folded into the main continuity. It was critically lauded, but canceled in 2016 due to poor sales. Available on Marvel Unlimited. A Death in the Family – A 1988 storyline written by Jim Starlin and penciled by Jim Aparo, with cover art by Mike Mignola, and infamous because readers could call two 900 numbers to decide whether Jason Todd, aka Robin, would live or die. Serialized in Batman #426-429 and considered one of the most important Batman storylines for pushing the character's series and tone in a darker direction. Available on Amazon. Rosie's Rec – Arrive in My Hands by Trinidad Escobar, available from Black Josei Press. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In which our hero's break the fourth wall in their discussion of Gwenpool. They also talk a about a very political Batman arc and Charles and Jav both decide that maybe comics shouldn't be political. Or at least not so blatantly nationalist.The Unbelievable Gwenpool Written by Christopher Hastings Art by GurihiruBatman 10 Nights of the Beast Written by Jim Starlin Art by Jim Aparo
In this podcast-only episode of DBB, the Bandits talk to inking wizard Mike DeCarlo! The man has worked with all the greats, from George Pérez and Greg LaRocque to Keith Giffen and Jim Aparo. We discussed his extensive work on Batman, including the Death in the Family and A Lonely Place of Dying storylines, which featured the transition of Robins from Jason Todd to Tim Drake.But let's face it, you're only here for one thing: NFL SuperPro! Yeah, we get into that too._________________________________________________Check out and subscribe to YEET Presents on Patreon.Email us at dollarbinbandits@gmail.com. Follow us @dollarbinbandits on Facebook and Instagram, and @DBBandits on Twitter.
Batman A Death in the Family (Not to be confused by Death OF the Family Is a four-issue story-arc from 1988 which ran from Batman issues #426-429. It can be easily found via Trade Paperback on Amazon, I provided a link in the shownotes which clicking on that link does support the network. The story was written by the incredible Jim Starlin who also created Thanos illustrated by Connecticuts own Jim Aparo known for his work on Batman, Aquaman and The Spectre. The iconic covers were drawn by the amazing Mike Mignola who also created Hellboy. From Wikipedia Introduced as a replacement for then-Robin Dick Grayson in 1983, the impulsive Jason Todd had grown very unpopular amongst readers. Aware of this, editor Dennis O'Neil conceived of letting fans decide his fate, leading to the creation of the storyline. For 36 hours, beginning on September 15, 1988, readers could call the two numbers to cast a ballot on whether he should live or not. Over 10,000 votes were cast, with a narrow majority in favor of killing the character. In Batman #428, the Joker kills Todd by blowing up the warehouse he is being held hostage in. Batman relieves Jason Todd of his duties as Robin due to his impulsive nature. Enraged, Jason storms off. On his own, he learns that Catherine Todd is not his biological mother and sets off to find his real mother, eventually tracking her to the Middle East. Meanwhile, the Joker escapes from Arkham Asylum, and Batman learns that he has obtained a nuclear weapon and plans to sell it to terrorists in war-torn Lebanon. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/splash-pages-the-comic-book-cl/7c013d32-e403-422a-aaee-8ba778f1812b This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
A look at Len Wein's Bat-murderer saga in the early 1970s. Then in the later 1970s, Wein became the writer of Batman and introduced a love interest in the form of Selina Kyle.Affiliate link included.Transcript below:Graham: Can Batman survive the danger posed by such foes as Ra's al Ghul and Signalman? We'll tell you all about it next as we take a look at Tales of the Batman: Len Wein straight ahead.[Into Music]Announcer:Welcome to the Classy Comics podcast where we search for the best comics in the universe. From Boise Idaho, here is your host Adam Graham. Graham:Len Wein was one of those really great comic book readers tied into a lot of things was a co-creator of Swamp Thing and also of Wolverine as well as helping to revamp the X-Men and was rightly inducted into the comic book Hall of Fame in 2008, passed away in 2017. Today we're taking a look at Tales of the Batman: Len Wein, which collects his work on the Cape Crusader. These range from one off appearance in Detective Comics to his own run as writer of Batman and actually the very first graphic novel I ever read. So, let's go ahead and take a look.The book starts out with a story from Detective Comics 408 and it opens with Batman seemingly in a haunted house where nothing is quite as it appears. This is just a really, really good story and the art by Neal Adams is just fabulous. It does a great job setting the scene, the atmosphere, giving it all this sort of Twilight Zone feel to it. So, both writing and art are really good here and then there is an appearance in World's Finest, the Batman/Superman team up book and me it's another one with Neal Adams artwork and it's a story in which Clark Kent is apparently trying to hire thugs to kill Superman and Batman is trying to figure out what's going on. Now this one is a fairly good story. It does end with a pretty nice super villain battle with Dr Light. It's not my favorite World's Finest story but I enjoyed it pretty well.Alright, so the next thing that he ends up writing is the Bat-Murderer saga, which was a series in Detective Comics #444 to #448 and it's mostly has the art by Jim Aparo and the plot in this involves Batman picking up a gun and appearing to shoot Talia al Ghul and the police declare the him wanted for murder because he won't turn himself in and he's on the run from the police trying to clear his name. He breaks into jail to question Ra's al Ghul about what happened to Talia and then he appears to shoot Ra's and so it's a story where he is on the run from the police and then The Creeper gets into the action to try and hunt down Batman. The story is interesting. It's essential the first 4 or half issue stories with the other half of the comic book and Detective Comics taken up by the backup feature but in issue 448, we get a full-fledged resolution at a circus. The story's not perfect and he does also fight a villain, Silversmith, in the middle of this. This is a really good serialized story for the era. It manages to build action, to build consequences, to increase the pressure as The Creeper rejoins the hunt and you get a reveal. It's not completely surprising. It just does tend to make a lot of sense.Next stop is another guest writing appearance in Detective Comics #466. In this one, Batman is dealing with the return of an obscure villain named Signalman. Signalman is one of those villains that just shows the strength of the Batman Rogues Gallery and how you can really go back through history to see some characters who are not considered all that successful and make them interesting. In this case Signalman really does give Batman a run for his money and actually comes close to killing Batman, which you wouldn't really expect from a villain like signal man but he tried to kill him in the most Signalman way possible,
More Batman and the Brave and the Bold team-ups as Batman teams up with the Joker, and later joins forces with the Metal Men to stop radical Native Americans from taking the Constitution and Declaration of Independence hostage.Affiliate link included.Transcript below:Get ready for the ultimate Batman team up. It's Batman and the Joker! We'll tell you all about it next as we conclude our look at Legends of the Dark Knight: Jim Aparo Volume One straight ahead.Welcome the Classy Comics Podcast where we search for the best comics in the universe. From Boise, Idaho here is your host, Adam Graham.In the previous episode, we took a look at those Jim Aparo stories that appeared in Issues Ninety-Eight, 100 to 102, and 104 to 108. Now we turn to those that were between 109 and 122, and again I'm only focusing on those that I think are interesting. ‘Death has the Last Laugh' is probably one of the more intriguing titles. The front cover advertises it as the strangest team up in history, Batman and the Joker with Batman protecting the Joker from the police. That doesn't actually happen in the story, but it draws you in. Actually, when the story opens Batman is at the scene of what appears to be the Joker's latest crime, killing an entire family and leaving each one holding a Joker Card. And this leads to Batman proclaiming, "By God, Joker, you've done your last criminal act! I swear, this time, to hunt you down and destroy you like the mad dog you are!" I love how Aparo sets that apart – the frame is separate from the opening spread, and it has Batman on a red background which reinforces the anger.Now when he is leaving the crime scene Gordon reminds Batman that he can't actually kill the Joker legally. Batman says, "I'm making no promises. You'd better catch the Joker before I do – if you want him alive." That' not something we're used to Batman saying but Batman is truly ticked off and he doesn't actually end up killing the Joker in the comic. It's a human moment and it works. However, evidence begins to emerge that maybe the Joker didn't commit the crime, and it appears that someone else has framed the Joker, and the Joker doesn't like it one bit and we get the setup for a team up between Batman and the Joker. I won't say how it plays out but it is a brilliant story with some great twist and it also highlights the importance of Batman's relationship with Commissioner Gordon.Issue 112 is ‘The Impossible Escape' and it features Mr. Miracle, and Batman in a case that requires going into an old Egyptian temple. There are some good twists and what's really interesting about it is they're pretty much apart and interacting until the final few pages. Issue 113 is ‘The Fifty Story Killer' where a new regime comes into City Hall and Gordon is forced to retire and Batman is sympathetic as you would always expect Batman to be. But his thought bubbles shows his thoughts, "Poor Gordon is getting too old. They did him a favor retiring him before he becomes decrepit. Hope someone does that for me when my time comes." And immediately he's informed that he is being retired as the city's defender and being replaced by the Metal Men. Batman continues to fight but is given a cease and desist order. I guess that's a downside of the whole Deputized Agent of the Law thing that Batman had going on in the 1970s. So, Batman is forced into retirement until the Metal Men run into something they can't handle, which not surprisingly doesn't take long. I'm not a huge fan of the Metal Men, and this story doesn't really do enough to justify some of its silly terms. ‘The Last Jet to Gotham' is a fascinating story because a jet carrying a key witness g...
Batman has a terrifying team up with the Phantom Strangler, is paralyzed and has to rely on his team and dumb luck, and then has to team up with Sgt. Rock to battle Satan-or is it Hitler or both?Affiliate link added.Transcript below:Batman teams up with Green Arrow, Wonder Woman, Metamorpho, and of course his old buddy, Sergeant Rock. We'll talk about it as we examine ‘Legends of the Dark Knight: Jim Aparo Volume One', straight ahead.Recently, DC has released a lot of books that have reprinted Batman comics from the 1970s and early 80s when a lot of them had been reprinted. Certainly, when I really got into reading through the trades they weren't around a whole lot. One series of ‘Legend of the Dark Knight' books focused on Jim Aparo, who a lot of people tend to overlook but was actually very influential on artists that followed. And I noticed that my library through Hoopla had access to that book, and that had a lot of the same titles as in the Showcase Presents Brave and the Bold, and even more. Though we'll talk Mr. Aparo's work and in today's episode we'll talk about all of the comics that were both in Showcase Presents Brave and the Bold Volume Two, and Legends of the Dark Knight: Jim Aparo Volume One, and we'll finish the rest of the comics in that volume in our next episode. Aparo really began his work on Brave and the Bold as just a guest artist. He drew the Phantom Stranger character, so it was decided that he would draw Brave and the Bold Number Ninety-Eight which featured a guest appearance by the Phantom Stranger. And then in Issue 100 he took over the book for the most part all the way until Issue 196. And Brave and the Bold ran until Issue 200, so throughout the rest of the '70s into the '80s he would be the predominant artist on that title. He's got a great style and it is just a beautiful way to draw Batman as well as the related characters. And he's definitely at the peak of his ability here; in later years he got kind of burdened by just all of the books he was being asked to draw on, but here are some great examples of his work. Issue Ninety-Eight, ‘Mansion of the Misbegotten' is probably the scariest story in the book. In this story Batman goes to visit his old friend Roger Birnham Now Roger Birnham hadn't been in the comics before, and he promises to watch out for Roger's wife and young son. When Batman finds a funeral guest dead of a ritual murder he goes in to investigate and finds himself caught up in cult ritual. It's a really chilling little story – pretty intense for the time, it's not black R-Rated or anything but it's definitely very creepy and haunting. And it shows the strength of Batman's character that Batman's able to do those sort of stories. He's able to be in pretty much anything, whether it's something that's a bit on the supernatural side or if it's aliens or if it's something a little bit offbeat, or if it's just a plain old crime story. Batman is pretty much able to carry any story you'd like to put him in, which is one of the strengths of the character. Now I will say that as usual I'm not going to comment on those stories that don't really stand out to me, but a lot of these do stand out and are pretty interesting. The next appearance, Issue 100 is called ‘Warrior in a Wheelchair'. In this story Batman is shot and put temporarily in a wheelchair until a surgeon can fly in from out of town, but he has got to stop the narcotics trade which he was trying to do when he got shot, and so he needs some help from his friends. And so he calls in four heroes to help him: Green Arrow and Green Lantern who are kind of a team at this point, along with Black Canary and Robin. Now in many ways I think the idea to put Batman in t...
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