Podcast appearances and mentions of michael alan nelson

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:15 - Harley Quinn #0 (Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti and Various) 0:12:46 - Forever Evil: Rogues Rebellion #2 (Brian Buccellato and Scott Hepburn) 0:20:39 - Trinity of Sin: Pandora #5 (Ray Fawkes and Francis Portela) 0:29:12 - Supergirl #25 (Scott Lobdell, Justin Jordan, Michael Alan Nelson and Paulo Siqueira) 0:38:00 - Batwoman #25 (Marc Andreyko and Trevor McCarthy, Andrea Mutti, Patrick Olliffe, Jim Fern) 0:47:01 - Birds of Prey #25 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar, Scott McDaniel, Daniel Sampere) 0:57:53 - Red Hood and the Outlaws #25 (James Tynion IV and Jeremy Haun) 1:09:12 - Batman and Robin #25 (Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 1:18:53 - Green Lantern: New Guardians #25 (Justin Jordan and Brad Walker, Geraldo Borges) 1:30:23 - Wonder Woman #25 (Brian Azzarello and Goran Sudzuka) 1:39:15 - Animal Man #25 (Jeff Lemire and Rafael Albuquerque) 1:47:13 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Find out more at https://the-not-so-new-52.pinecast.co

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:04:27 - Forever Evil: Arkham War #2 (Peter Tomasi and Scot Eaton) 0:12:00 - Justice League of America #9 (Matt Kindt and Tom Derenick) 0:20:36 - Suicide Squad #25 (Matt Kindt and Patrick Zircher) 0:29:28 - Superboy #25 (Scott Lobdell, Justin Jordan, Michael Alan Nelson and Ed Benes) 0:36:55 - Batman #25 (Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo) 0:46:35 - Batgirl #25 (Marguerite Bennett and Fernando Pasarin) 0:55:15 - Nightwing #25 (Kyle Higgins and Will Conrad) 1:04:49 - Green Lantern Corps #25 (Robert Venditti, Van Jensen and Victor Drujiniu, Ivan Fernandez, Allan Jefferson) 1:15:50 - Superman / Wonder Woman #2 (Charles Soule and Tony S Daniel) 1:23:37 - Justice League of America's Vibe #9 (Sterling Gates and Derlis Santacruz) 1:33:15 - Katana #9 (Ann Nocenti and Cliff Richards, ChrisCross) 1:41:15 - Worlds' Finest #17 (Paul Levitz and R.B. Silva, Scott McDaniel) 1:48:03 - Constantine #8 (Ray Fawkes and ACO) 1:55:17 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Find out more at https://the-not-so-new-52.pinecast.co

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:42 - Forever Evil: Rogues Rebellion #1 (Brian Buccellato and Patrick Zircher) 0:11:28 - Justice League of America #8 (Matt Kindt and Doug Mahnke) 0:20:15 - Trinity of Sin: Pandora #4 (Ray Fawkes and Francis Portela) 0:28:12 - Green Lantern: New Guardians #24 (Justin Jordan and Brad Walker) 0:36:18 - Batman and Robin #24 (Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:44:55 - Batwoman #24 (J.H. Williams III, W. Haden Blackman and Trevor McCarthy) 0:54:39 - Birds of Prey #24 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar, Scott McDaniel, Robson Rocha) 1:03:41 - Red Hood and the Outlaws #24 (James Tynion IV and Julius Gopez) 1:12:31 - Batman / Superman #4 (Greg Pak and Jae Lee, Ben Oliver) 1:22:59 - Supergirl #24 (Michael Alan Nelson and Diogenes Neves) 1:30:42 - Justice League of America's Vibe #8 (Sterling Gates and Andres Guinaldo) 1:38:44 - Wonder Woman #24 (Brian Azzarello and Goran Sudzuka) 1:48:28 - Animal Man #24 (Jeff Lemire and Rafael Albuquerque) 1:57:42 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Find out more at https://the-not-so-new-52.pinecast.co

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:58 - Justice League Dark #23 (Jeff Lemire and Mikel Janin) 0:11:39 - Trinity of Sin: Pandora #3 (Ray Fawkes and Daniel Sampere) 0:19:56 - Batman and Robin #23 (Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:27:12 - Batwoman #23 (J.H. Williams III, W. Haden Blackman and Trevor McCarthy) 0:36:33 - Birds of Prey #23 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar, Scott McDaniel) 0:43:36 - Red Hood and the Outlaws #23 (James Tynion IV and Julius Gopez, Ian Chruchill) 0:52:46 - Superman Unchained #3 (Scott Snyder and Jim Lee, Dustin Nguyen) 1:02:33 - Supergirl #23 (Michael Alan Nelson and Diogenes Neves, Chad Hardin) 1:11:30 - Green Lantern: New Guardians #23 (Justin Jordan and Brad Walker) 1:20:43 - Justice League of America's Vibe #7 (Sterling Gates and Andres Guinaldo) 1:28:24 - Wonder Woman #23 (Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang) 1:37:34 - Legion of Super-Heroes #23 (Paul Levitz and Kevin Maguire) 1:47:31 - Animal Man #23 (Jeff Lemire and Steve Pugh, Francis Portela) 1:56:50 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Find out more at https://the-not-so-new-52.pinecast.co

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:04:29 - Justice League of America #6 (Geoff Johns, Jeff Lemire and Doug Mahnke) 0:14:14 - Batman and Robin #22 (Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:23:50 - Batwoman #22 (J.H. Williams III, W. Haden Blackman and Trevor McCarthy) 0:31:57 - Birds of Prey #22 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar, Scott McDaniel, Robson Rocha) 0:40:29 - Supergirl #22 (Michael Alan Nelson and Diogenes Neves) 0:51:11 - Green Lantern: New Guardians #22 (Justin Jordan and Brad Walker) 0:59:38 - Justice League of America's Vibe #6 (Sterling Gates and Pete Woods) 1:09:04 - Wonder Woman #22 (Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang) 1:18:33 - Legion of Super-Heroes #22 (Paul Levitz and Jeff Johnson) 1:26:19 - Animal Man #22 (Jeff Lemire and Steve Pugh, Francis Portela) 1:36:11 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:36 - Batman and Robin #21 (Peter Tomasi and Cliff Richards, Patrick Gleason) 0:10:02 - Batwoman #21 (J.H. Williams III, W. Haden Blackman and Francesco Francavilla) 0:19:11 - Birds of Prey #21 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar, Scott McDaniel) 0:26:55 - Red Hood and the Outlaws #21 (James Tynion IV and Julius Gopez) 0:36:38 - Supergirl #21 (Michael Alan Nelson and Diogenes Neves) 0:46:55 - Green Lantern: New Guardians #21 (Justin Jordan and Brad Walker) 0:55:31 - Justice League of America's Vibe #5 (Sterling Gates and Pete Woods) 1:03:23 - Wonder Woman #21 (Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang) 1:10:37 - Legion of Super-Heroes #21 (Paul Levitz and Jeff Johnson) 1:18:50 - Animal Man #21 (Jeff Lemire and Steve Pugh, Francis Portela) 1:28:47 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:27 - Batgirl #20 (Gail SImone and Daniel Sampere, Carlos Rodriguez) 0:12:51 - Batwoman #20 (J.H. Williams III, W. Haden Blackman and Trevor McCarthy) 0:19:53 - Birds of Prey #20 (Christy Marx and Romano Molenaar) 0:27:48 - Catwoman #20 (Ann Nocenti and Rafa Sandoval, Diogenes Neves, Mateus Santolouco) 0:36:15 - Nightwing #20 (Kyle Higgins and Brett Booth) 0:45:06 - Red Hood and the Outlaws #20 (James Tynion IV and Julius Gopez) 0:54:40 - Supergirl #20 (Michael Alan Nelson and Mahmud Asrar) 1:03:30 - Justice League of America's Vibe #4 (Sterling Gates and Manuel Garcia, Fabiano Neves) 1:12:55 - Wonder Woman #20 (Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang, Goran Sudžuka) 1:20:54 - Legion of Super-Heroes #20 (Paul Levitz, Keith Giffen and Francis Portela) 1:29:40 - Sword of Sorcery #8 (Christy Marx and Aaron Lopresti, Travis Moore) 1:39:17 - Sword of Sorcery: Stalker (Marc Andreyko and Andrei Bressan) 1:50:03 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:07 - Green Lantern Corps #20 (Peter J. Tomasi and Fernando Pasarin) 0:11:26 - Batman #20 (Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo) 0:20:20 - Batman and Robin #20 (Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason, Cliff Richards) 0:28:20 - Superboy #20 (Justin Jordan and R.B. Silva, ChrisCross, Kenneth Rocafort) 0:35:15 - Threshold #5 (Keith Giffen and Tom Raney, Phil Winslade) 0:43:25 - Justice League of America #3 (Geoff Johns and David Finch) 0:51:13 - Katana #4 (Ann Nocenti and Alex Sanchez) 0:58:40 - The Ravagers #12 (Michael Alan Nelson, Tony Bedard and Diogenes Neves, Geraldo Borges) 1:06:50 - Team 7 #8 (Justin Jordan, Tony Bedard and Jesus Merino) 1:15:17 - Deathstroke #20 (Justin Jordan, Tony Bedard and Edgar Salazar) 1:22:56 - Suicide Squad #20 (Ales Kot and Patrick Zircher) 1:31:48 - Constantine #3 (Ray Fawkes, Jeff Lemire, and Renato Guedes) 1:39:51 - Demon Knights #20 (Robert Venditti and Chad Hardin) 1:48:37 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:31 - Green Lantern Corps #19 (Peter J. Tomasi and Fernando Pasarin) 0:09:46 - Batman #19 (Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo) 0:18:36 - Batman and Robin #19 (Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:28:42 - Batgirl #19 (Gail Simone and Daniel Sampere) 0:38:01 - Superboy #19 (Scott Lobdell and R.B. Silva, Diogenes Neves) 0:47:40 - Threshold #4 (Keith Giffen and Tom Raney, Phil Winslade) 0:56:34 - The Ravagers #11 (Michael Alan Nelson, Tony Bedard and Diogenes Neves, Geraldo Borges) 1:03:39 - Team 7 #7 (Justin Jordan, Tony Bedard and Pascal Alixe, Jesus Merino) 1:11:52 - Deathstroke #19 (Justin Jordan and Edgar Salazar, Scot Eaton) 1:20:06 - Suicide Squad #19 (Adam Glass and Cliff Richards) 1:28:51 - Constantine #2 (Ray Fawkes, Jeff Lemire, and Renato Guedes) 1:37:37 - Demon Knights #19 (Robert Venditti and Bernard Chang) 1:46:56 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:16 - Green Lantern Corps #18 (Peter J. Tomasi and ChrisCross) 0:11:38 - Batman and Robin #18 (Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:16:51 - Batman #18 (Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV and Andy Kubert, Alex Maleev) 0:26:59 - Batgirl #18 (Ray Fawkes and Daniel Sampere) 0:35:46 - Superboy #18 (Scott Lobdell, Tom DeFalco, Tony Lee and R.B. Silva, Iban Coello) 0:42:28 - Threshold #3 (Keith Giffen and Tom Raney, Phil Winslade) 0:51:49 - Katana #2 (Ann Nocenti and Alex Sanchez) 1:00:15 - Deathstroke #18 (Justin Jordan and Edgar Salazar) 1:06:25 - Suicide Squad #18 (Adam Glass and Henrik Jonsson) 1:14:08 - Team 7 #6 (Justin Jordan and Pascal Alixe, Cliff Richards, Gui Balbi) 1:21:46 - The Ravagers #10 (Michael Alan Nelson, Tony Bedard and Ig Guara) 1:30:29 - Demon Knights #18 (Robert Venditti and Bernard Chang) 1:38:56 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:51 - Batman #17 (Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo) 0:15:23 - Superboy #17 (Tom DeFalco and R.B. Silva) 0:23:33 - Katana #1 (Ann Nocenti and Alex Sanchez) 0:32:08 - Batman and Robin #17 (Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:39:33 - Batgirl #17 (Ray Fawkes and Daniel Sampere) 0:47:41 - Threshold #2 (Keith Giffen and Tom Raney) 0:57:15 - Deathstroke #17 (Justin Jordan and Edgar Salazar) 1:04:39 - Suicide Squad #17 (Adam Glass and Henrik Jonsson) 1:13:31 - Team 7 #5 (Justin Jordan and Pascal Alixe, Jesus Merino) 1:22:23 - The Ravagers #9 (Michael Alan Nelson and Ig Guara) 1:32:14 - Demon Knights #17 (Robert Venditti and Bernard Chang) 1:41:18 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Welcome to the (Not So) New 52, a real-time retrospective of DC Comics' New 52 imprint! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:07 - Batgirl #16 (Gail Simone and Daniel Sampere, Ed Benes) 0:10:07 - Batman and Robin #16 (Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason) 0:17:09 - Batman #16 (Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo) 0:28:07 - Superboy #16 (Tom DeFalco and Iban Coello, Amilcar Pinna) 0:36:35 - Team 7 #4 (Justin Jordan and Jesus Merino) 0:44:38 - Threshold #1 (Keith Giffen and Tom Raney) 0:53:07 - Deathstroke #16 (Justin Jordan and Edgar Salazar) 1:00:03 - Grifter #16 (Frank Tieri and Marat Mychaels) 1:07:16 - Suicide Squad #16 (Adam Glass and Henrik Jonsson) 1:15:25 - Legion Lost #16 (Tom DeFalco and Andres Guinaldo) 1:24:08 - The Ravagers #8 (Michael Alan Nelson and Ig Guara) 1:31:46 - Demon Knights #16 (Robert Venditti and Bernard Chang) 1:39:52 - Frankenstein: Agent of S.H.A.D.E. #16 (Matt Kindt and Alberto Ponticelli) 1:47:49 - Next Week's Books patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast (Use #New52) discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy audio link: https://the-not-so-new-52.pinecast.co/ video link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLu70d0W3I5cZzQUPH0CUbF64E2f4oMysw UK Merch store: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/mild-fuzz-tv/ US Merch store: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/mild-fuzz-tv-us

Join Mary as she continues her discussion on the FALL OF CTHULHU series by Michael Alan Nelson. On this episode, Mary talks about the third installment, THEY GRAY MAN. If you missed parts one and two check out the links below. PART 1: http://traffic.libsyn.com/cosmicshenanigans/CosmicS65.mp3 PART 2: http://traffic.libsyn.com/cosmicshenanigans/CosmicS66.mp3    

Join Mary as she discusses: FALL OF CTHULHU: THE GATHERING. This is part two of the five part series written by Michael Alan Nelson. If you missed part 1, click this link to catch up: http://traffic.libsyn.com/cosmicshenanigans/CosmicS65.mp3

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary begins her cosmic journey discussing the five part graphic novel: FALL OF CTHULHU by, Michael Alan Nelson. Join Mary, as she dives into Vol 1: The Fugue.

Ninfa gets excited by Michael Alan Nelson's Hexed. Del talks about Trudi Canavan's The Magicians' Guild. Ed interviews Joe Abercrombie, and Producer AL keeps track of awards season. All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International. The Bookworm is a Truly Outrageous Production.

Jay and Mike tell you to read "Howard the Duck" and "Hexed," and then in light of the new "Avengers: Age of Ultron" film, they talk about "The Avengers" #57, with the first appearance of the Vision, his conflict with Ultron, and how the Avengers are apparently terrible at their jobs. Then we play "Who Am I?" and boy... guys, sometimes comic book characters' real names are SUPER silly.    Pull List:  Jay: "Howard the Duck" (Marvel), written by Chip Zdarsky, art by Joe Quinones.  Mike: "Hexed" (Boom), written by Michael Alan Nelson, art by Dan Mora.    Main Segment:  "The Avengers" #57, "Behold... The Vision!" written by Roy Thomas, art by John Buscema.    Game: "Who Am I?"    Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter Email us any questions at becausecomics@gmail.com Find more from Mike at supergeekmike.com, or on Twitter as @supergeekmike

Bookrageous Episode 79; Strong Female Characters Intro Music; Ha Ha Ha by the Julie Ruin What We're Reading Preeti [1:30] One Man Guy, Michael Barakiva [3:10] Tell Me Again How a Crush Should Feel, Sara Farizan [3:55] All the Bright Places, Jennifer Niven [5:45] Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Benjamin Alire Saenz Jenn [7:20] On Such a Full Sea, Chang-Rae Lee [8:15] The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo, Cathy Hirano (Translator) [10:15] The Vampire Tapestry, Suzie McKee Charnas; WORDs for Nerds [11:45] The Cold Dish, Craig Johnson [12:50] Hexed Vol. 1, Michael Alan Nelson, Dan Mora (July 7 2015) Josh [14:50] Last of the Sandwalkers, Jay Hosler (April 7 2015) [17:30] I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend, Martin Short [19:00] The Smartest Book in the World, Greg Proops [20:30] The Riot Grrrl Collection, edited by Lisa Darms; The Punk Singer: A Film about Kathleen Hanna Rebecca [22:37] On Immunity, Eula Biss [25:55] Quarantine, Rahul Mehta [27:00] Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed, edited by Meghan Daum (March 31 2015) --- Intermission; They Meet from Ms Pac-Man (yes, the arcade game) --- Strong Female Characters [30:15] I Hate Strong Female Characters, Sophia McDougall, New Statesman [33:45] Jupiter Ascending [35:55] Twilight, Stephenie Meyer [36:40] Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn [37:50] The Woman Upstairs, Claire Messud [39:35] Hausfrau, Jill Alexander Essbaum [41:20] Not Here to Make Friends, Roxane Gay, BuzzFeed Books [44:05] Tampa, Alyssa Nutting [46:25] Wuthering Heights, Emily Bronte [49:45] Rabbit novels, John Updike [51:00] Bad Feminist, Roxane Gay [53:00] Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn [53:30] A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing, Eimear McBride (in paperback June 9 2015) [55:05] Single, Carefree, Mellow: Stories, Katherine Heiny [57:00] Royal Wedding: A Princess Diaries Novel, Meg Cabot (June 2 2015) [58:30] From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess, Meg Cabot (May 19 2015) [1:03:00] We Need Diverse Books [1:04:10] Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. [1:04:55] G. Willow Wilson and comics [1:05:45] The Broad Inclusive Canvas of Comics, Ta-Nehisi Coates, The Atlantic [1:08:25] A Diverse, Gender-Swapped LOTR Recast, Book Riot --- Outdo; Ha Ha Ha by the Julie Ruin -- Find Us! Bookrageous on Tumblr, Podbean, Twitter, Facebook, Spotify, and leave us voicemail at 347-855-7323. Next book club pick: Citizen: An American Lyric, Claudia Rankine. Use coupon code BOOKRAGEOUS to get 10% off from WORD Bookstores! Find Us Online: Jenn, Josh, Preeti, Rebecca Order Josh's books! Get Bookrageous schwag at CafePress Note: Our show book links direct you to WORD, an independent bookstore. If you click through and buy the book, we will get a small affiliate payment. We won't be making any money off any book sales -- any payments go into hosting fees for the Bookrageous podcast, or other Bookrageous projects. We promise. ---

He’s back! It’s always great to chat with one of my very favorite comics writers, Michael Alan Nelson, who’s creating Hexed and Day Men for BOOM! Studios! We discuss both of those comics, including Hexed’s history and how he became involved with Day Men.  We also discuss a favorite subject of mine, women characters in comics, as well as the characters in each of the books he’s currently working on! I’m sure you’ll enjoy what he has to say, so don’t miss it! Next week, I’ll have another great interview with another terrific comics creator, so be sure to listen in! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers VIP. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!

He’s probably best known for his terrific work on Iron Man as well as his involvement with the creation of the Valiant characters, so it’s great to have an interview with Bob Layton for this landmark 150th episode of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast! We discuss the state of the comics industry as well as what it’s like working out in Hollywood and attending conventions these days! We also talk about how he continues to enjoy taking chances professionally and what he thinks of digital comics versus the print versions! You won’t want to miss what he has to say on these and other related topics! Next week, Michael Alan Nelson returns to discuss the new series of Hexed from BOOM! Studios! Don’t miss it! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers VIP. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!

- Annihilator #1. Grant Morrison y Frazer Irving. (Legendary). - Copperhead #1. Jay Faerber y Scott Godlewski. (Image) - Dark Ages #2. Dan Abnett y I. N. J. Culbard. (Dark Horse). - Death of Wolverine #2. Charles Soule, Steve McNiven y Justin Ponsor. (Marvel). - Hexed #2. Michael Alan Nelson y Dan Mora. (Boom!) - Imperial #2. Steven T. Seagle y Mark Dos Santos. (Image).

- Annihilator #1. Grant Morrison y Frazer Irving. (Legendary). - Copperhead #1. Jay Faerber y Scott Godlewski. (Image) - Dark Ages #2. Dan Abnett y I. N. J. Culbard. (Dark Horse). - Death of Wolverine #2. Charles Soule, Steve McNiven y Justin Ponsor. (Marvel). - Hexed #2. Michael Alan Nelson y Dan Mora. (Boom!) - Imperial #2. Steven T. Seagle y Mark Dos Santos. (Image).

- Original Sin #7. Aaron y Deodato. (Marvel) - Dark Ages #1. Dan Abnett y I. N. J. Culbard. (Dark Horse). - Hexed #1. Michael Alan Nelson y Dan Mora. (Boom!). - Genius #2. Marc Bernardin, Adam Freeman y Afua Richardson. (Image) - Spider-Man 2099 #2. Peter David y Will Sliney. (Marvel). - Death Vigil #2. Stjepan Seijic. (Image).

- Original Sin #7. Aaron y Deodato. (Marvel) - Dark Ages #1. Dan Abnett y I. N. J. Culbard. (Dark Horse). - Hexed #1. Michael Alan Nelson y Dan Mora. (Boom!). - Genius #2. Marc Bernardin, Adam Freeman y Afua Richardson. (Image) - Spider-Man 2099 #2. Peter David y Will Sliney. (Marvel). - Death Vigil #2. Stjepan Seijic. (Image).

Jake sat down via satellite with Michael Alan Nelson to talk 28 Days Later, favorite moments, living in a dark apocalyptic future, zombie vs infected, and what he's reading!

This week on the show: Matthew gets a gift! The crew reviews one of Matthew's favorite titles (Milk and Cheese)! We announce a Matthew-based contest! Plus - Stephen is a wedge of spite, Rodrigo is a carton of Hate! NEWS Shamus out at Wizard World LINK Contest We're giving away a DC Universe Legion of Super-Heroes 12-Pack of Action Figures. You gotta work for this one as you do your best Matthew - Listen to the show for complete details! The contest is open to anyone in the world, but you gotta call the Major Spoilers Hotline to enter! Contest ends December 31, 2011. REVIEWS Stephen VALEN THE OUTCAST #1
 Written by Michael Alan Nelson
 Drawn by Matteo Scalera
 SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $1.00
 COVER A: Liam Sharp
 COVER B: Cary Nord
 COVER C: Ale Garza
 Diamond Code: OCT110899 SPECIAL $1 FULL FIRST ISSUE! The King is dead — long live the DEAD KING! King Valen Brand is a fair, just king as well as a great and mighty warrior. Killed by a Necromancer in battle and resurrected as one of the walking dead. Now he’s considered an abomination in his own realm,an outcast with only one purpose: to restore his lost soul! From the mind of fan-favorite creator Michael Alan Nelson (28 DAYS LATER, HEXED, DINGO, ROBERT E. HOWARD’S HAWKS OF OUTREMER) comes OUTCAST, a visceral new ongoing series that blends “epic fantasy” with “sword-and-sorcery.” Perfect for fans of A Game of Thrones and Conan. [rating:4.5/5] Rodrigo 009-1 Anime The story concerns Miléne Hoffman a female cyborg who works as a secret agent. The Japanese title of the manga was 009-1, or "Zero Zero Ku-no-ichi", a pun on kunoichi (female ninja) and a reference to the main character's espionage occupation. [rating:2.5/5] Matthew Thunder Agents #1 Written by NICK SPENCER Art by WES CRAIG Cover by ANDY KUBERT One of the most critically acclaimed series of the past year returns with a new #1 issue that serves as a great jumping-on point for new readers! What kind of people willingly become Super Heroes, knowing that their powers will eventually kill them? That's the question this new 6-part miniseries will explore as the team must face off against the Warlord and his Subterraneans! Nick Spencer (Morning Glories, Ultimate X-Men) teams with rising star Wes Craig for a twisted= tale of super heroics, espionage, and action! [rating:3.5/5] Major Spoilers Poll of the Week: What is the most important edition There are some who buy comics for the story.  Others pick up the issue for the art.  Still some buy only because of the company releasing the book.  What category do you fall into? [poll id="210”] LINK Discussion: Milk and Cheese: Dairy Products Gone Bad A carton of hate. A wedge of spite. A comic book of idiotic genius. The Eisner Award-winning dairy duo returns in this deluxe hardcover collecting every single stupid Milk and Cheese comic ever made from 1989 to 2010, along with a sh*t-ton of supplemental awesomeness. This has everything you need! Don’t judge it–love it! Or else! Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show: Matthew gets a gift! The crew reviews one of Matthew's favorite titles (Milk and Cheese)! We announce a Matthew-based contest! Plus - Stephen is a wedge of spite, Rodrigo is a carton of Hate! NEWS Shamus out at Wizard World LINK Contest We're giving away a DC Universe Legion of Super-Heroes 12-Pack of Action Figures. You gotta work for this one as you do your best Matthew - Listen to the show for complete details! The contest is open to anyone in the world, but you gotta call the Major Spoilers Hotline to enter! Contest ends December 31, 2011. REVIEWS Stephen VALEN THE OUTCAST #1
Written by Michael Alan Nelson
Drawn by Matteo Scalera
SC, 32pgs, FC, SRP: $1.00
COVER A: Liam Sharp
COVER B: Cary Nord
COVER C: Ale Garza
Diamond Code: OCT110899 SPECIAL $1 FULL FIRST ISSUE! The King is dead — long live the DEAD KING! King Valen Brand is a fair, just king as well as a great and mighty warrior. Killed by a Necromancer in battle and resurrected as one of the walking dead. Now he’s considered an abomination in his own realm,an outcast with only one purpose: to restore his lost soul! From the mind of fan-favorite creator Michael Alan Nelson (28 DAYS LATER, HEXED, DINGO, ROBERT E. HOWARD’S HAWKS OF OUTREMER) comes OUTCAST, a visceral new ongoing series that blends “epic fantasy” with “sword-and-sorcery.” Perfect for fans of A Game of Thrones and Conan. [rating:4.5/5] Rodrigo 009-1 Anime The story concerns Miléne Hoffman a female cyborg who works as a secret agent. The Japanese title of the manga was 009-1, or "Zero Zero Ku-no-ichi", a pun on kunoichi (female ninja) and a reference to the main character's espionage occupation. [rating:2.5/5] Matthew Thunder Agents #1 Written by NICK SPENCER Art by WES CRAIG Cover by ANDY KUBERT One of the most critically acclaimed series of the past year returns with a new #1 issue that serves as a great jumping-on point for new readers! What kind of people willingly become Super Heroes, knowing that their powers will eventually kill them? That's the question this new 6-part miniseries will explore as the team must face off against the Warlord and his Subterraneans! Nick Spencer (Morning Glories, Ultimate X-Men) teams with rising star Wes Craig for a twisted= tale of super heroics, espionage, and action! [rating:3.5/5] Major Spoilers Poll of the Week: What is the most important edition There are some who buy comics for the story.  Others pick up the issue for the art.  Still some buy only because of the company releasing the book.  What category do you fall into? [poll id="210”] LINK Discussion: Milk and Cheese: Dairy Products Gone Bad A carton of hate. A wedge of spite. A comic book of idiotic genius. The Eisner Award-winning dairy duo returns in this deluxe hardcover collecting every single stupid Milk and Cheese comic ever made from 1989 to 2010, along with a sh*t-ton of supplemental awesomeness. This has everything you need! Don’t judge it–love it! Or else! Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show: The Hobbit cast announced, comics reviewed, and the crew takes a look at Chew, from Image Comics. NEWS The Hobbit finds its cast LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #4
 Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson
 Drawn by Christopher Possenti
 COVER: Federico Piatti
 The giant revelations in this issue expose an even bigger mystery that you won’t want to miss! What is the story behind The Dreamer and what part does he play in the strange events unfolding around the world? Don’t miss this new supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson and Johanna Stokes! [rating:2/5] Rodrigo Web of Angels
 He has arrived... David Stellfox; Ex British Secret Service turned Assassin has been chosen to correct the catastrophic ending to the Red War between America and China. Using the Sugar Effect; an experimental method of Time Travel, Stellfox has been sent back in time to seek and destroy the mysterious Chinese General, Mah-He and his three body guards before they can attack the White House and force America into surrender. In this explosive first issue you will be taken through the events that led to America s loss spoken through the voice of protagonist David Stellfox. [rating:2/5] Matthew Doctor Who #16 Tony Lee (w) • Matthew Dow Smith (a) • Paul Grist (c)Tragic loss. Sad farewells. A song ends. People die. What, you thought we’d end on a high note? It’s called “Final Sacrifice,” guys! Multiple Eagle Award-nominated writer Tony Lee and Matthew Dow Smith close the book on Ten… [rating:4/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK The Major Spoilers 2010 Costume Contest VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Chew Set in a world where all chicken and other bird meats are illegal, after a catastrophic outbreak of the bird flu that killed 23 million Americans, Chew centers on Tony Chu, a police detective who is a “cibopath”, who detects psychic impressions from whatever he eats. Tony becomes a Vice Cop with the Philadelphia Police Department, and when on assignment, trying to find people smuggling chicken, he enters a Black Market Chicken Restaurant on invitation from the FDA. He has a bowl of chicken soup only to find he gets a psychic impression of the cook killing people and then putting them into the soup. He goes to bust the cook, only for the cook to kill himself outside the restaurant. Chu then eats the cook to find out the names of the rest of the victims. He is fired from his job with the Philadelphia PD and gets hired on to the FDA by an agent named Mason Savoy, who is also a cibopath. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show: The Hobbit cast announced, comics reviewed, and the crew takes a look at Chew, from Image Comics. NEWS The Hobbit finds its cast LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #4
Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson
Drawn by Christopher Possenti
COVER: Federico Piatti
The giant revelations in this issue expose an even bigger mystery that you won’t want to miss! What is the story behind The Dreamer and what part does he play in the strange events unfolding around the world? Don’t miss this new supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson and Johanna Stokes! [rating:2/5] Rodrigo Web of Angels
He has arrived... David Stellfox; Ex British Secret Service turned Assassin has been chosen to correct the catastrophic ending to the Red War between America and China. Using the Sugar Effect; an experimental method of Time Travel, Stellfox has been sent back in time to seek and destroy the mysterious Chinese General, Mah-He and his three body guards before they can attack the White House and force America into surrender. In this explosive first issue you will be taken through the events that led to America s loss spoken through the voice of protagonist David Stellfox. [rating:2/5] Matthew Doctor Who #16 Tony Lee (w) • Matthew Dow Smith (a) • Paul Grist (c)Tragic loss. Sad farewells. A song ends. People die. What, you thought we’d end on a high note? It’s called “Final Sacrifice,” guys! Multiple Eagle Award-nominated writer Tony Lee and Matthew Dow Smith close the book on Ten… [rating:4/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK The Major Spoilers 2010 Costume Contest VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Chew Set in a world where all chicken and other bird meats are illegal, after a catastrophic outbreak of the bird flu that killed 23 million Americans, Chew centers on Tony Chu, a police detective who is a “cibopath”, who detects psychic impressions from whatever he eats. Tony becomes a Vice Cop with the Philadelphia Police Department, and when on assignment, trying to find people smuggling chicken, he enters a Black Market Chicken Restaurant on invitation from the FDA. He has a bowl of chicken soup only to find he gets a psychic impression of the cook killing people and then putting them into the soup. He goes to bust the cook, only for the cook to kill himself outside the restaurant. Chu then eats the cook to find out the names of the rest of the victims. He is fired from his job with the Philadelphia PD and gets hired on to the FDA by an agent named Mason Savoy, who is also a cibopath. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show; Marvel 1602, Locke and Key to Fox, Sandman goes to television, Dragonstorm, Cthulhu, and Brightest Day... or is it? NEWS Locke & Key to Fox LINKAGE Sandman getting television treatment LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #3 Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Christopher Possenti Clayton Diggs’s journey into a Lovecraft-inspired world of horror worsens and more terrifying pieces begin falling into place. Clayton finally learns the identity of the mysterious man in the photographs. But the answers he finds only lead to more questions… An all-new ongoing supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson and Johanna Stokes.
 [rating:3.5/5] Rodrigo Dragonstorm #0 After following a trail of clues in searching for the missing Master Okun, Dragonstorm ends up at a warehouse in New York. Knowing full well that he is walking into a trap he finds more than he expected and is given an offer that will change his life forever. [rating:1/5] Matthew Brightest Day #9 Written by GEOFF JOHNS & PETER J. TOMASI • Art by IVAN REIS, PATRICK GLEASON, ARDIAN SYAF, SCOTT CLARK & JOE PRADO • Covers by DAVID FINCH The resurrected have discovered their purpose for being back, but where will the knowledge lead them? Who is the new Aqualad? And what strange event is taking place around the White Power Battery in New Mexico? [rating:2/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK On Average, How Many Times Do You Read a Single issue of a comic book? VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Marvel 1602 The eight-part series takes place in a timeline where Marvel superheroes have been transplanted to the Elizabethan era; faced with the destruction of their world by a mysterious force, the heroes must fight to save their universe. Many of the early Marvel superheroes — Captain America, Nick Fury, the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, and Spider-Man — as well as villains such as Doctor Doom and Magneto appear in various roles. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show; Marvel 1602, Locke and Key to Fox, Sandman goes to television, Dragonstorm, Cthulhu, and Brightest Day... or is it? NEWS Locke & Key to Fox LINKAGE Sandman getting television treatment LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #3 Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Christopher Possenti Clayton Diggs’s journey into a Lovecraft-inspired world of horror worsens and more terrifying pieces begin falling into place. Clayton finally learns the identity of the mysterious man in the photographs. But the answers he finds only lead to more questions… An all-new ongoing supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson and Johanna Stokes.
[rating:3.5/5] Rodrigo Dragonstorm #0 After following a trail of clues in searching for the missing Master Okun, Dragonstorm ends up at a warehouse in New York. Knowing full well that he is walking into a trap he finds more than he expected and is given an offer that will change his life forever. [rating:1/5] Matthew Brightest Day #9 Written by GEOFF JOHNS & PETER J. TOMASI • Art by IVAN REIS, PATRICK GLEASON, ARDIAN SYAF, SCOTT CLARK & JOE PRADO • Covers by DAVID FINCH The resurrected have discovered their purpose for being back, but where will the knowledge lead them? Who is the new Aqualad? And what strange event is taking place around the White Power Battery in New Mexico? [rating:2/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK On Average, How Many Times Do You Read a Single issue of a comic book? VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Marvel 1602 The eight-part series takes place in a timeline where Marvel superheroes have been transplanted to the Elizabethan era; faced with the destruction of their world by a mysterious force, the heroes must fight to save their universe. Many of the early Marvel superheroes — Captain America, Nick Fury, the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, and Spider-Man — as well as villains such as Doctor Doom and Magneto appear in various roles. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

Fan Expo is just a few days away! Joining us this time is artist Paolo Rivera, Boom! writer Michael Alan Nelson, Lady Mechanika's Joe Benitez, Growing Up Enchanted's Jack Briglio and Alex Serra plus coordinator Tiziano returns with a surprise guest! (2:33:44)

Don't Miss the release of the first 28 Days Later collection from BOOM! Studios. This is the continuing story of Selena and her now seasoned ability to survive in the midst of the "infected" as she and a team of journalist try to return to London. Writer Michael Alan Nelson drops by to tell us about how he had to fight for the chance to pen the series that takes up right where the first movie left off. Listen in to find out how 28 Days Later is different from the standard zombie book, and how Nelson's own scary dreams helped make one of the most frightening moments in the series. Artist and Irishman Declan Shalvey was the artist of the series that takes place in the UK. Find out how Declan and Michael's collaboration made a more authentic and believable setting.

This week on the show; Batman: Year One, Ultimate Spider-Man gets animated, Cthulhu strikes, Irredeemable gets reviewed, and Wolfman vs. Wolfman. NEWS Ultimate Spider-Man Animated Series Creative Team LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #2
 Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson
 Drawn by Christopher Possenti The Lovecraft-inspired event of the year continues! Darkness is rising and soon all will hear…THE CALLING! Clayton Diggs tinkers on the brink of madness as he struggles to identify the first piece in this bizarre, paralyzing puzzle — all before a great one awakes and the world changes…forever! An all-new ongoing supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson (28 DAYS LATER, HEXED) and Johanna Stokes (DEATH VALLEY, STATION)! [rating:3/5] Rodrigo Prince of Persia #2
 Written by JORDAN MECHNER
 Art by TOM FOWLER, DAVID LOPEZ, BERNARD CHANG, TOMMY LEE EDWARDS, CAMERON STEWART, NIKO HENRICHON, PETE PANTAZIS,  & DAVE STEWART
 Five very different people are about to be put to death for a crime they didn’t commit. Well, one of them may have done it. But the only way they can escape the hangman’s noose is to find the common thread that ties them together. The one man they have all encountered, and who changed their lives – Dastan, the prince of Persia! [rating:3.5/5] Matthew IRREDEEMABLE #16 Written by Mark Waid Drawn by Peter Krause The Paradigm are still reeling from their no-holds-barred battle with the Plutonian. Alliances are forged and broken, and one hero is revealed to have powers beyond the team’s wildest dreams. But they may not be enough to prevent the ghastly event that’s on the horizon… This is the perfect time to pick up Mark Waid’s explosive, Eisner-nominated superhero series! [rating:3.5/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Yes, we are dragging this out longer than we should, but who emerges victorious in this week’s Wolfman battle? VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Avengers Forever The story recounts the beginning of Bruce Wayne’s career as Batman and Jim Gordon’s with the Gotham City Police Department. Bruce Wayne returns home from training abroad in martial arts, manhunting, and science for the past 12 years, and James Gordon moves to Gotham with his wife, Barbara, after a transfer from Chicago. Both are swiftly acquainted with the corruption and violence of Gotham City, with Gordon witnessing his partner Detective Flass assaulting a teen for fun. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week on the show; Batman: Year One, Ultimate Spider-Man gets animated, Cthulhu strikes, Irredeemable gets reviewed, and Wolfman vs. Wolfman. NEWS Ultimate Spider-Man Animated Series Creative Team LINKAGE REVIEWS Stephen THE CALLING: CTHULHU CHRONICLES #2
Written by Johanna Stokes, Michael Alan Nelson
Drawn by Christopher Possenti The Lovecraft-inspired event of the year continues! Darkness is rising and soon all will hear…THE CALLING! Clayton Diggs tinkers on the brink of madness as he struggles to identify the first piece in this bizarre, paralyzing puzzle — all before a great one awakes and the world changes…forever! An all-new ongoing supernatural horror series with a decidedly modern spin from superstar writing team Michael Alan Nelson (28 DAYS LATER, HEXED) and Johanna Stokes (DEATH VALLEY, STATION)! [rating:3/5] Rodrigo Prince of Persia #2
Written by JORDAN MECHNER
Art by TOM FOWLER, DAVID LOPEZ, BERNARD CHANG, TOMMY LEE EDWARDS, CAMERON STEWART, NIKO HENRICHON, PETE PANTAZIS,  & DAVE STEWART
Five very different people are about to be put to death for a crime they didn’t commit. Well, one of them may have done it. But the only way they can escape the hangman’s noose is to find the common thread that ties them together. The one man they have all encountered, and who changed their lives – Dastan, the prince of Persia! [rating:3.5/5] Matthew IRREDEEMABLE #16 Written by Mark Waid Drawn by Peter Krause The Paradigm are still reeling from their no-holds-barred battle with the Plutonian. Alliances are forged and broken, and one hero is revealed to have powers beyond the team’s wildest dreams. But they may not be enough to prevent the ghastly event that’s on the horizon… This is the perfect time to pick up Mark Waid’s explosive, Eisner-nominated superhero series! [rating:3.5/5] MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK Yes, we are dragging this out longer than we should, but who emerges victorious in this week’s Wolfman battle? VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION: Avengers Forever The story recounts the beginning of Bruce Wayne’s career as Batman and Jim Gordon’s with the Gotham City Police Department. Bruce Wayne returns home from training abroad in martial arts, manhunting, and science for the past 12 years, and James Gordon moves to Gotham with his wife, Barbara, after a transfer from Chicago. Both are swiftly acquainted with the corruption and violence of Gotham City, with Gordon witnessing his partner Detective Flass assaulting a teen for fun. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew goes outside their comfort zone and takes a look at The Adventures of Tintin. The poll of the week asks you to decide between your two favorite wisecracking robots, and plenty of reviews (including an exclusive advanced review). It's all in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast! NEWS Thoughts on Ghostbusters 3 LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo SWORDSMITH ASSASSIN #1 Written by Andrew Cosby and Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Ayhan Hayrula Toshiro Ono has spent his life making the best swords that have ever been forged and selling them to the highest bidder. But when his family is killed by a blade of his own making… Toshiro will do whatever it takes to make sure none of his swords ever kill again. Andrew Cosby, creator of EUREKA, and Michael Alan Nelson, creator of HEXED, brings feudal Samurai Japan to life like no other comic has done before. Matthew MIGHTY AVENGERS #26 Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils by STEPHEN SEGOVIA Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC The Avengers/Fantastic Four slobberknocker continues! This one’s got it all true believers: from MR. FANTASTIC and HANK PYM’S battle of the brains to HERCULES and THE THING’S battle o’ the brawn! When it’s over, expect BIG changes for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes– including the team’s all-new headquarters and a very disturbing DARK REIGN alliance. Stephen Batman: Streets of Gotham #1 Written by Paul Dini and Marc Andreyko Art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs and Georges Jeanty and Karl Story Cover by Dustin Nguyen : Variant Cover by JG Jones As a new Batman rises on the streets of Gotham City, the heroes, villains and citizens take notice. How will the police feel about this new Batman, and can he control the crime in Gotham the way the old Batman did? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK This week, we’re bringing it back ot robot on robot action by asking you to decide between the two beloved robots from Mystery Science Theater 3000. It’s kind of like asking you to choose between your two favorite children, but if you had to choose only one, would you pick Tom, or Crow? Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Tintin: Cigars of the Paraoh Tintin and his dog Snowy are on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea when they meet Dr Sarcophagus, an Egyptologist who owns a papyrus that he believes will lead him to the undiscovered tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh (a pun on kiosk, a newspaper stand). He invites Tintin to accompany him. Tintin also has an unpleasant encounter with Roberto Rastapopoulos, a wealthy businessman. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

In this issue: The Major Spoilers Crew goes outside their comfort zone and takes a look at The Adventures of Tintin. The poll of the week asks you to decide between your two favorite wisecracking robots, and plenty of reviews (including an exclusive advanced review). It's all in this issue of the Major Spoilers Podcast! NEWS Thoughts on Ghostbusters 3 LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo SWORDSMITH ASSASSIN #1 Written by Andrew Cosby and Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Ayhan Hayrula Toshiro Ono has spent his life making the best swords that have ever been forged and selling them to the highest bidder. But when his family is killed by a blade of his own making… Toshiro will do whatever it takes to make sure none of his swords ever kill again. Andrew Cosby, creator of EUREKA, and Michael Alan Nelson, creator of HEXED, brings feudal Samurai Japan to life like no other comic has done before. Matthew MIGHTY AVENGERS #26 Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils by STEPHEN SEGOVIA Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC The Avengers/Fantastic Four slobberknocker continues! This one’s got it all true believers: from MR. FANTASTIC and HANK PYM’S battle of the brains to HERCULES and THE THING’S battle o’ the brawn! When it’s over, expect BIG changes for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes– including the team’s all-new headquarters and a very disturbing DARK REIGN alliance. Stephen Batman: Streets of Gotham #1 Written by Paul Dini and Marc Andreyko Art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs and Georges Jeanty and Karl Story Cover by Dustin Nguyen : Variant Cover by JG Jones As a new Batman rises on the streets of Gotham City, the heroes, villains and citizens take notice. How will the police feel about this new Batman, and can he control the crime in Gotham the way the old Batman did? MAJOR SPOILERS POLL OF THE WEEK This week, we’re bringing it back ot robot on robot action by asking you to decide between the two beloved robots from Mystery Science Theater 3000. It’s kind of like asking you to choose between your two favorite children, but if you had to choose only one, would you pick Tom, or Crow? Get over to the Major Spoilers Website and vote. VOTE MAJOR SPOILERS DISCUSSION Tintin: Cigars of the Paraoh Tintin and his dog Snowy are on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea when they meet Dr Sarcophagus, an Egyptologist who owns a papyrus that he believes will lead him to the undiscovered tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh (a pun on kiosk, a newspaper stand). He invites Tintin to accompany him. Tintin also has an unpleasant encounter with Roberto Rastapopoulos, a wealthy businessman. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Armin Brewer (intro) and James Kennison (closing) from the Nobody's Listening Podcast. A big thanks to both of these guys for creating kick-ass music for the show! A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

Michael Alan Nelson joins us to discuss his his tenure as Boom! Studios' most prevalent writer; his upcoming miniseries Hexed; and how he broke into comics writing through his serialized online novel, Dingo.

This issue: Mighty C’Thu’lu rests at R’yleth! Britt Reid and Kato emerge from the Black Beauty! Cliffjumper gets ready to layeth the smacketh downeth on a Hobbit (Here’s a hint: Bet on the giant robot.) Where to start collecting comics! How to stop watching anime! Why to keep up with Secret Invasion! What is up with new Hitchhiker’s Guide? The Schleicher has turned on the ‘No Smoking’ sign, so strap your tray tables up, secure all personal belongings, and please return the stewardess to her original upright position… This episode is sponsored in part by the Mid-Ohio-Con (www.midohiocon.com) NEWS Toonami No More Linkage Stephen Chow Stars and Directs Green Hornet Movie Linkage Artemis Fowl Scribe to Pen Next HHGTTG Book Linkage CONTEST Major Spoilers Costume Contest Announced Here’s what you have to do: Send three to four pictures (different poses/angles) of yourself in your favorite superhero costume (plus one sans costume) to us by October 21, 2008. Make sure you include your name, address, and the character you are supposed to be. The Major Spoilers crew, will narrow the list to five contestants (oh lord, let us have more than five entries), and readers will then vote on their favorite. The winner will then be announced October 31st. Linkage Major Spoilers Theme Song! Win a copy of DC's Absolute Watchmen edition by creating the Major Spoilers Theme Song. Enter as many times as you like, the contest is open until Thanksgiving. Winner gets the latest Absolute Edition of the Watchmen when it is released. REVIEWS Rodrigo Leviticus Cross by Seth Hays Leviticus Cross is a coming of age story set in a prehistoric past, in which a girl named Shadow must accept her destiny. Matthew Mighty Avengers #18 COVER BY: MARKO DJURDJEVIC WRITER: BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS PENCILS: KHOI PHAM INKS: DANNY MIKI COLORED BY: DEAN WHITE LETTERED BY: DAVE LANPHEAR THE STORY: SECRET INVASION TIE-IN INTRODUCING NICK FURY'S SECRET WARRIORS! Do you have what it takes to be trained by the greatest agent in the world? Well, do you? Well, you probably don't, but thankfully he has gathered new heroes who just might! By Secret Invasion's Brian Bendis and Mighty Avengers new artist Khoi Pham! Rated A …$2.99 Stephen CTHULHU TALES #5 Set sail for DEATH! Well…okay, first, unspeakably mind-bending terror on the cruise ship out of time…and then DEATH! Sorry to give away the surprise ending. Also, a sneak peek at our new companion book, FALL OF CTHULHU: GODWAR by horror scribe Michael Alan Nelson! POLL OF THE WEEK This week, a little something different. I had originally planned this poll to be between Shaggy and Alexander Cabot III, following last week’s Josie and the Pussycats poll, but decided to take it to the next level with THE BATTLE OF THE CASEY KASEM VOICE OVER ROLES! A) Shaggy B) Robin C) Cliffjumpter D) Groove the Cat E) Alexander Cabot III F) Merry Brandybuck VOTE Major Spoilers Discussion: Where to begin More often than not, Major Spoilers receives an email from readers to the Major Spoilers Site, or a listener to the show asking, the question; “I’ve been away from comics for a while,” or “I’m new to comics, and want to know where to begin. Any suggestions?” We're here to present some suggestions. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. Intro music this week is from Journey of the Sorcerer by the Eagles. You can find this song at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This issue: Mighty C’Thu’lu rests at R’yleth! Britt Reid and Kato emerge from the Black Beauty! Cliffjumper gets ready to layeth the smacketh downeth on a Hobbit (Here’s a hint: Bet on the giant robot.) Where to start collecting comics! How to stop watching anime! Why to keep up with Secret Invasion! What is up with new Hitchhiker’s Guide? The Schleicher has turned on the ‘No Smoking’ sign, so strap your tray tables up, secure all personal belongings, and please return the stewardess to her original upright position… This episode is sponsored in part by the Mid-Ohio-Con (www.midohiocon.com) NEWS Toonami No More Linkage Stephen Chow Stars and Directs Green Hornet Movie Linkage Artemis Fowl Scribe to Pen Next HHGTTG Book Linkage CONTEST Major Spoilers Costume Contest Announced Here’s what you have to do: Send three to four pictures (different poses/angles) of yourself in your favorite superhero costume (plus one sans costume) to us by October 21, 2008. Make sure you include your name, address, and the character you are supposed to be. The Major Spoilers crew, will narrow the list to five contestants (oh lord, let us have more than five entries), and readers will then vote on their favorite. The winner will then be announced October 31st. Linkage Major Spoilers Theme Song! Win a copy of DC's Absolute Watchmen edition by creating the Major Spoilers Theme Song. Enter as many times as you like, the contest is open until Thanksgiving. Winner gets the latest Absolute Edition of the Watchmen when it is released. REVIEWS Rodrigo Leviticus Cross by Seth Hays Leviticus Cross is a coming of age story set in a prehistoric past, in which a girl named Shadow must accept her destiny. Matthew Mighty Avengers #18 COVER BY: MARKO DJURDJEVIC WRITER: BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS PENCILS: KHOI PHAM INKS: DANNY MIKI COLORED BY: DEAN WHITE LETTERED BY: DAVE LANPHEAR THE STORY: SECRET INVASION TIE-IN INTRODUCING NICK FURY'S SECRET WARRIORS! Do you have what it takes to be trained by the greatest agent in the world? Well, do you? Well, you probably don't, but thankfully he has gathered new heroes who just might! By Secret Invasion's Brian Bendis and Mighty Avengers new artist Khoi Pham! Rated A …$2.99 Stephen CTHULHU TALES #5 Set sail for DEATH! Well…okay, first, unspeakably mind-bending terror on the cruise ship out of time…and then DEATH! Sorry to give away the surprise ending. Also, a sneak peek at our new companion book, FALL OF CTHULHU: GODWAR by horror scribe Michael Alan Nelson! POLL OF THE WEEK This week, a little something different. I had originally planned this poll to be between Shaggy and Alexander Cabot III, following last week’s Josie and the Pussycats poll, but decided to take it to the next level with THE BATTLE OF THE CASEY KASEM VOICE OVER ROLES! A) Shaggy B) Robin C) Cliffjumpter D) Groove the Cat E) Alexander Cabot III F) Merry Brandybuck VOTE Major Spoilers Discussion: Where to begin More often than not, Major Spoilers receives an email from readers to the Major Spoilers Site, or a listener to the show asking, the question; “I’ve been away from comics for a while,” or “I’m new to comics, and want to know where to begin. Any suggestions?” We're here to present some suggestions. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. Intro music this week is from Journey of the Sorcerer by the Eagles. You can find this song at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews Michael Alan Nelson, writer of BOOM! Studios comic Fall of Cthulhu. After lamenting an illness and praising the ability to shave once again, he then goes on to review a few of the relevant comics from BOOM! Studios that are currently on the shelf. Tunes include: "Shoggoths Away" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, "How the Gods Kill" by Danzig, "Cthulhu" by Zombeast and "Sleeping Giant" by Mastodon. Fall of Cthulhu, volume one: The Fugue is in stores now.

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews Michael Alan Nelson, writer of BOOM! Studios comic Fall of Cthulhu. After lamenting an illness and praising the ability to shave once again, he then goes on to review a few of the relevant comics from BOOM! Studios that are currently on the shelf. Tunes include: "Shoggoths Away" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, "How the Gods Kill" by Danzig, "Cthulhu" by Zombeast and "Sleeping Giant" by Mastodon. Fall of Cthulhu, volume one: The Fugue is in stores now.

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews Michael Alan Nelson, writer of BOOM! Studios comic Fall of Cthulhu. After lamenting an illness and praising the ability to shave once again, he then goes on to review a few of the relevant comics from BOOM! Studios that are currently on the shelf. Tunes include: "Shoggoths Away" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, "How the Gods Kill" by Danzig, "Cthulhu" by Zombeast and "Sleeping Giant" by Mastodon. Fall of Cthulhu, volume one: The Fugue is in stores now.

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick interviews Michael Alan Nelson, writer of BOOM! Studios comic Fall of Cthulhu. After lamenting an illness and praising the ability to shave once again, he then goes on to review a few of the relevant comics from BOOM! Studios that are currently on the shelf. Tunes include: "Shoggoths Away" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, "How the Gods Kill" by Danzig, "Cthulhu" by Zombeast and "Sleeping Giant" by Mastodon. Fall of Cthulhu, volume one: The Fugue is in stores now.