Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Esposito

Douglas Wolk is the Eisner Award-winning author of Reading Comics: How Graphic Novels Work and What They Mean and All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told. Subscribe to his daily Marvel Comics book club, The 616 Society, and check out his story in the brand-new Giant-Size '63, a loving tribute to 1963 by Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette, and Rick Veitch.For 80+ minutes of bonus content — including an additional half hour of our conversation with Douglas, plus the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of over 150 extended and exclusive episodes! Stories Covered in this Episode: "The Ghost That Haunted Octopus!" - Amazing Spider-Man #157, written by Len Wein, art by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, letters by John Costanza, colors by Glynis Wein, edited by Len Wein, ©1976 Marvel Comics"Deathstar, Rising!" - Uncanny X-Men #99, written by Chris Claremont, art by Dave Cockrum and Frank Chiaramonte, letters by Irv Watanabe, colors by Michele Wolfman, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics"Captain America's Love Story" - Captain America #198, written by Jack Kirby, art by Jack Kirby and Frank Giacoia, letters by Gaspar Saladino, colors by Michele Wolfman, edited by Jack Kirby and Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics"Prisoner!" - Super-Villain Team-Up #6, written by Steve Englehart, art by Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Janice Cohen, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics"The Crushing Conquer-Lord!" - Marvel Spotlight #28, written by Doug Moench, art by Don Perlin, letters by Irv Watanabe, colors by Irene Vartanoff, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Esposito, founder and lead fundraising strategist of Mike Esposito Fundraising, to explore practical strategies for small to mid-size nonprofits aiming to strengthen donor relationships and achieve sustainable fundraising growth. Drawing on his extensive experience, Mike shares insights on building effective fundraising systems, board engagement, and successful corporate partnerships. Topics we cover: • Developing a sustainable and repeatable major gifts strategy tailored for smaller fundraising teams. • Engaging board members in fundraising without overwhelming them. • Converting event attendees and volunteers into long-term, committed donors. • Approaching corporate sponsorships strategically to create meaningful, mutually beneficial partnerships. Mike provides actionable advice fundraisers can implement immediately, highlighting the importance of personalized donor experiences, clear next-step engagement tactics, and strategic corporate outreach. Learn more about Mike Esposito Fundraising and how they help nonprofits build lasting fundraising success: https://www.mikeespositocfre.com/ Discover how Virtuous can support your nonprofit's growth: https://vrtuo.us/4hsSN6g The Responsive Lab is brought to you by Virtuous. Virtuous is committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity through personalized donor engagement. Their mission is to inspire nonprofits to build deeper connections with givers. Learn more at virtuous.org/learnmore and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/crmchecklist.

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man Annual #5: "The Parents of Peter Parker!" by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Send us a textStewardship Isn't a One-and-Done—It's a RelationshipIt takes care, consistency, and a team. Here's how to make it doable!Join fundraising expert Mike Esposito CFRE and Britt to break down simple, practical ways to make stewardship feel manageable, increase donor retention, and create a culture of real, heartfelt connection across your whole team.What you'll learn (and actually use):Why donor retention rates tend to drop—and what you can do about itEasy ways to tailor your outreach for different types of donorsHow to turn stewardship into a team mindset (not just a one-person job)Discover clear, actionable strategies you can start using right away to strengthen donor relationships and keep the support flowing.

Will and Kevin Hines are brothers, lifelong comics fans, and kind of comedians who host the Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Comics podcast, the only podcast in human history where two brothers talk about a thing that they like. For 115 minutes of bonus content (WHAT??!) — including our coverage of Amazing Spider-Man #151, Fantastic Four #164-165, and our Mighty MBTM Checklist feature — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $5/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 150 extended and exclusive episodes.  Stories Covered in this Episode: "Any Number Can Slay!" - Marvel Team-Up #39, written by Bill Mantlo, art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Don Warfield, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Murder's Better the Second Time Around!" - Marvel Team-Up #40, written by Bill Mantlo, art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Janice Cohen, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The End of a Vampire!" - Adventure Into Fear #31, written by Bill Mantlo, art by Frank Robbins and Vince Colletta, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Phil Rachelson, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Michael Dean has been an editor at The Comics Journal since 1999 and is the co-author (with Tom Spurgeon) of the oral history of Fantagraphics Books, Comics As Art: We Told You So. He's currently editing Fantagraphics' Lost Marvels series, which restores forgotten Marvel classics in beautiful hardcover editions. Volume One reprints the never-before-collected 1969 horror and suspense series, Tower of Shadows. It hits shelves on April 29th and is available for preorder now from Fantagraphics' website and your local comics shop.For 70 minutes of bonus content — including more of our conversation with Michael, our coverage of the Trial of the Falcon in Captain America #191, and our Mighty MBTM Checklist feature — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $5/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 150 extended and exclusive episodes.  Stories Covered in this Episode: "The Tarantula Is a Very Deadly Beast!" - Amazing Spider-Man #147, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, and Dave Hunt, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Stan Goldberg, edited by Len Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Jackal, Jackal... Who's Got the Jackal?" - Amazing Spider-Man #148, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, and Dave Hunt, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Len Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Even If I Live, I Die!" - Amazing Spider-Man #149, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, letters by Annette Kawecki, colors by Janice Cohen, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Spider-Man... or Spider-Clone?" - Amazing Spider-Man #150, written by Archie Goodwin, art by Gil Kane, Mike Esposito, and Frank Giacoia, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #66:"The Madness Of Mysterio!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekAmazing Spider-Man #67"To Squash A Spider!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Jim Mooney, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Siskoid and Shag's coverage of Marvel Team-Up continues with issue #148 (December 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg LaRocque and Mike Esposito, starring the Spider-Man and the Mighty Thor! It's "A Child Shall Lead Them!". 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: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ 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 Shag's coverage of Marvel Team-Up continues with issue #148 (December 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg LaRocque and Mike Esposito, starring the Spider-Man and the Mighty Thor! It's "A Child Shall Lead Them!". 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: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ 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!

David F. Walker is the multiple Eisner Award-winning writer of Bitter Root with Chuck Brown and Sanford Greene. He picked up another Eisner Award with artist Marcus Kwame Anderson for The Black Panther Party: A Graphic Novel History. Their latest collaboration is the Alex Award-winning and NAACP Image Award-nominated Big Jim and the White Boy. He just launched a Patreon and will be Kickstarting his next graphic novel, The Death of Bobby Hart, soon!For more than 75 minutes of bonus content — including more of our conversation with David and our new Mighty MBTM Checklist feature — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $5/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 150 extended and exclusive episodes.  Stories Covered in this Episode: "Planet of the Apes" - Adventures on the Planet of the Apes #1, written by Doug Moench, art by George Tuska, Mike Esposito, and John Romita, letters by Gaspar Saladino, colors by George Roussos, edited by Jenny Isabella, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The World Still Needs... The Champions!" - Champions #1, written by Jenny Isabella, art by Don Heck and Mike Esposito, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #64:"The Vulture's Prey" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekAmazing Spider-Man #65:"The Impossible Escape!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Jim Mooney, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #62:"Make Way for... Medusa!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Don Heck, Mike Esposito, Don Heck, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #63: "Wings in the Night!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Don Heck, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #60: "O, Bitter Victory!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Don Heck, Mike Esposito, Don Heck, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #61: "What a Tangled Web We Weave...!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Don Heck, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Quarter-Bin Podcast #218The Champions #1, Marvel Comics, cover-dated October 1975."The World Still Needs The Champions," by Cleveland native Tony Isabella, with art by Don Heck & Mike Esposito.What happens when a university on the west coast is invaded by harpies, mutates, & Amazon warriors? Listen to the episode and find out!  Click on the player below to listen to the episode:  Right-click to download episode directly You may also subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or the RSS Feed. Promo: Hey Kids! ComicsNext Episode:Detective Comics Annual #3, cover-dated 1990.Send e-mail feedback to relativelygeeky@gmail.com "Like" us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/relativelygeekyYou can follow the network on Twitter @Relatively_Geek and the host @ProfessorAlanSource: Krazzy ComicsMusic in the episode: City Life by Artificial.Music | https://soundcloud.com/artificial-musicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #58: "To Kill A Spider-Man!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Mike Esposito, Don Heck, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #59: "The Brand of the Brainwasher!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Don Heck, Mike Esposito, and Artie SimekWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #56: "Disaster!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Mike Esposito, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #57: "The Coming of Ka-zar!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Mike Esposito, and Sam RosenWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #54: "The Tentacles and the Trap!" by Stan Lee, John Romita, Mike Esposito, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #55: "Doc Ock Wins!" by Stan Lee, Johnny Romita, Mickey Demeo, and Sam RosenWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

It's time once again for our annual ho-ho-holiday episode and this year, we're talking about the classic first issue of Marvel Team-Up #1 from 1972, in which Spider-Man and The Human Torch go up against -- who else -- the Sandman, in the aptly titled "Have Yourself A Sandman Little Christmas."It's a fun story, set against the backdrop of Christmas in New York City in the early 70s, written by  Roy Thomas, with art by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito.  It's always fun going back to the Marvel age of comics, back during a time when a single issue comic could tell a complete story with fun, plenty of action, and heroes cracking wise and trying to crack the villain's plans.Will Spidey and the Torch vanquish the Sandman and get some holiday spirit?  LIsten to this podcast and find out!Your ho-ho-hosts are Brad Page and Chris Karam.Happy Holidays to one and all!

This is our Patreon-exclusive November 1973 Omnibus, featuring local Portland comics streamer and journalist Jennifer aka Comics Will Break Your Heart, and covering all 14 of the Marvel comics that we didn't get to last week, including:"Betrayed!" - Amazing Spider-Man #130, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg"... We, the Gargoyles!" - Astonishing Tales #22, written by Tony Isabella, art by Dick Ayers, letters by "Richard B." (Dick Ayers), colors by Linda Lessmann"Death-Stars of the Zodiac!" - Avengers #120, written by Steve Englehart, art by Bob Brown and Don Heck, letters by Artie Simek, colors by George Roussos"Bust-Out!" - Captain America #171, written by Mike Friedrich and Steve Englehart, art by Sal Buscema and Vince Colletta, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Linda Lessmann"Cry... Beetle!" - Daredevil #108, written by Steve Gerber, art by Bob Brown and Paul Gulacy, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg"The Titan Strikes Back!" - Defenders #12, written by Len Wein, art by Sal Buscema and Jack Abel, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Petra Goldberg"The Terrible Triumph of Doctor Doom!" - Fantastic Four #143, written by Gerry Conway, art by Rich Buckler and Frank Giacoia, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg"Death Stalks the Demolition Derby!" - Ghost Rider #4, written by Gary Friedrich, art by Jim Mooney and Vince Colletta, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Petra Goldberg"Anybody Out There Remember... The Cobalt Man?" - Incredible Hulk #173, written by Roy Thomas, art by Herb Trimpe, letters by Jean Izzo, colors by Petra Goldberg"Nowhere to Go But Down!" - Man-Thing #2, written by Steve Gerber, art by Val Mayerik and Sal Trapani, letters by Jean Izzo, colors by Petra Goldberg"Where Bursts the Bomb!" - Marvel Team-Up #18, written by Len Wein, art by Gil Kane, Frank Giacoia, and Mike Esposito, letters by Jean Izzo, colors by Glynis Wein"Two Worlds... and Dark Destiny" - Sub-Mariner #69, written by Steve Gerber, art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Glynis Wein"Hercules Enraged!" - Thor #221, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by John Costanza, colors by George Roussos"Lo, the Monster Strikes!" - Werewolf by Night #14, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Mike Ploog and Frank Chiaramonte, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra GoldbergAll issues ©1973 Marvel Comics."Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 written and performed by Robb Milne and sung by Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonthMuch of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information.

Today's Topics:Amazing Spider-Man #50: "Spider-Man No More!" by Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., Mickey Demeo, and Sam RosenAmazing Spider-Man #51: "In the Clutches of the Kingpin!" by Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., Mike Esposito, and Sam RosenWe're On Blue Sky, Instagram, and TiktokSupport us Patreon!Every Wednesday your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Book Club dives into the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, starting from his very first appearance! Join us as our designated web-head Parker guides Stephanie and Kat through the comics behind the cultural icon.The Retcon Podcast is recorded in Los Angeles and edited by Parker Robins. Parker Robins can be found across social media @UncannyParker, Stephanie Johnson can be found @SiriusDanger, Kat Alysha can be found @Kat_Alysha, and the Retcon Podcast can be found @TheRetconPod. Feel free to thwip us an email at theretconpodcast@gmail.com

Siskoid and Shag's coverage of Marvel team-Up continues with issue #147 (November 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg Larocque and Mike Esposito, starring Spider-Man and the Human Torch! It's "A Debt Repaid...". 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: https://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 Shag's coverage of Marvel team-Up continues with issue #147 (November 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg Larocque and Mike Esposito, starring Spider-Man and the Human Torch! It's "A Debt Repaid...". 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: https://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 the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by former Cubs pitcher and MLB Network host Ryan Dempster to preview the MLB offseason and to discuss the White Sox's hiring of new manager Will Venable. Later, Levine and Esposito conducted the Chicago Bound segment, where they pondered which team ace Blake Snell will sign with in free agency.

Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by previewing the Cubs' offseason. After that, Rangers manager Bruce Bochy joined the show to share background on new White Sox manager Will Venable, whom he worked with for the past two seasons in Texas.

Mike Esposito, co-managing partner and cofounder of Franchise Equity Partners, joins QSR Uncut to chat about the challenges and opportunities of the restaurant market today. Why is access to capital so challenging? Will that change? How can operators find investors and position themselves for growth? We get into that and a whole lot more.

Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by debating who should be the Cubs' closer moving forward after reliever Hector Neris imploded in the ninth inning Friday. After that, Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon joined the show to discuss his cancer journey and the team's recent performance. Later, Score teammate Danny Parkins joined the show to discuss festivities taking place Saturday as the Cubs for a Cure fundraiser continues.

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito held the Chin Music segment, where they got a chuckle out of Cubs manager Craig Counsell poking fun at Levine's wardrobe recently. They also touched on White Sox interim manager Grady Sizemore's early work in leading the club. Later, White Sox catcher Korey Lee joined the show to discuss his rookie season and the team's 5-4 win against the Astros on Friday.

Why should franchisees take private-equity investments? This week's episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Mike Esposito, the cofounder of Franchise Equity Partners. Franchise Equity Partners is a private-equity firm specializing in the franchise business. Mike helped found the firm in 2021 to invest in all kinds of franchisees. Before that he had an extensive career in investment banking, working 20 years with Goldman Sachs. He is also a Jersey Mike's franchisee. We talked with Mike about the state of the restaurant business, mergers and acquisitions and other issues, and the result was an extensive, interesting conversation about what kinds of investments work these days and what do not. We talk about the necessity of restaurants' value push and the impact it could have on margins. We talk about the kinds of concepts that have distanced themselves in today's markets and how you can know whether an emerging chain has legs or not. And we also ask why a private-equity investment is a good idea for certain franchisees. But the biggest question we ask him is whether he is buying or not. His answer to that question is instructive. It's a wide-ranging discussion on A Deeper Dive, so please check it out.

Siskoid and the Irredeemable Shag's coverage of Marvel Team-Up continues with issue #146 (October 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg Larocque and Mike Esposito, starring Spider-Man and Nomad! It's "Hero Worship!" 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 the Irredeemable Shag's coverage of Marvel Team-Up continues with issue #146 (October 1984) by Cary Burkett, Greg Larocque and Mike Esposito, starring Spider-Man and Nomad! It's "Hero Worship!" 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!

The complete version of our Omnibus episodes are usually only available to Patrons who support us at the $4/month level at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth — but in preparation for next week's season finale covering GIANT-SIZE X-MEN #1, we're dropping the full version of our April 1975 Omnibus, which covers all of the following issues:"The Serpent Sheds Its Skin" - Defenders #25, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Jack Abel, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Scorpion... Where Is Thy Sting?" - Amazing Spider-Man #146, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, John Romita, and others, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Death Sentence" - Marvel Preview #2, written by Gerry Conway, art by Tony DeZuniga, letters by Marcos Pelayo, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Trial of the Watcher" - Captain Marvel #39, written by Steve Englehart with Al Milgrom and Tony Isabella, art by Al Milgrom and Klaus Janson, letters by June Braverman, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"We Do Seek Out New Avengers!!" - Avengers #137, written by Steve Englehart, art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Holocaust In the Halls of Hydra!" - Daredevil #123, written by Tony Isabella, art by Bob Brown and Vince Colletta, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Madness Maze!" - Captain America #187, written by John Warner, art by Frank Robbins and Frank Chiaramonte, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"In One World -- And Out the Other!" - Fantastic Four #160, written and edited by Roy Thomas, art by John Buscema and Chic Stone, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Eelar Moves In Mysterious Ways!" - Giant-Size Defenders #5, written by Steve Gerber with Gerry Conway, Roger Slifer, Len Wein, Chris Claremont, and Scott Edelman, art by Don Heck, Mike Esposito, and Dave Hunt, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Beware the Path of the Monster!" - Giant-Size Spider-Man #5, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"None Are So Blind...!" - Incredible Hulk #189, written by Len Wein, art by Herb Trimpe and Joe Staton, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Glynis Oliver Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"And All Our Past Decades Have Seen Revolutions!" - Jungle Action #16, written by Don McGregor, art by Billy Graham, letters by Janice Chiang, colors by Glynis Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Name Is... Warhawk" - Marvel Premiere #23, written by Chris Claremont, art by Pat Broderick and Bob McLeod, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Michelle Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Blood Church!" - Marvel Team-Up #35, written by Gerry Conway, art by Sal Buscema and Vince Colletta, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Is This the Day the World Ends?" - Marvel Two-In-One #10, written by Chris Claremont, art by Bob Brown and Klaus Janson, letters by John Costanza, colors by Klaus Janson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Ulik Unchained!" - Thor #237, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Weird Stone" - Creatures on the Loose #36, written by David Kraft, art by George Pérez and Frank McLaughlin, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"A Phoenix Berserk!" - Frankenstein #17, written by Doug Moench, art by Val Mayerik and Bob McLeod, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Fear Times Three!" - Giant-Size Man-Thing #5, written by Steve Gerber, art by Ed Hannigan and Dan Adkins, letters by "G. L. Peter" (Gaspar Saladino), colors by Glynis Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Plunder of Paingloss" - Giant-Size Werewolf #5, written by Doug Moench, art by Yong Montaño, letters by Marcos Pelayo, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Scavenger of Atlanta" - Man-Thing #19, written by Steve Gerber, art by Jim Mooney and Frank Springer, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Showdown of Blood!" - Tomb of Dracula #34, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by John Costanza, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Death In White" - Werewolf by Night #31, written by Doug Moench with Don Perlin, art by Don Perlin, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Michelle Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 written and performed by Robb Milne and sung by Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

The complete version of this episode is available to Patrons who support us at the $4/month level at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth — join today to hear us cover all of these issues:"One Life to Give!" - Thor #236, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Judgment!" - Strange Tales #180, written by Jim Starlin, art by Jim Starlin, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Jim Starlin, ©1975 Marvel Comics"To Bestride the World!" - Giant-Size Super-Villain Team-Up #2, written by Roy Thomas, art by Mike Sekowsky and Sam Granger, letters by John Costanza, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Havoc In the Hidden Land!" - Fantastic Four #159, written by Roy Thomas, art by Rich Buckler and Joe Sinnott, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Crime and Circuses" - Power Man #25, written by Tony Isabella and Bill Mantlo, art by Ron Wilson and Fred Kida, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Mind Over Mayhem!" - Incredible Hulk #188, written by Len Wein, art by Herb Trimpe and Joe Staton, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Glynis Oliver Wein, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Gwen Stacy Is Alive... And, Well...?!" - Amazing Spider-Man #145, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Soft Parade of Slow, Sliding Death!" - Astonishing Tales #30, written by Rich Buckler and Doug Moench, art by Rich Buckler, Keith Pollard, Arvell Jones, and Al McWilliams, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Hydra-and-Seek" - Daredevil #122, written by Tony Isabella, art by Bob Brown and Vince Colletta, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"In the Jaws of the Serpent!" - Defenders #24, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Bob McLeod, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Rights of Passage!" - Doctor Strange #8, written by Steve Englehart, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by John Costanza, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Slave to the Power Imperious!" - Iron Man #75, written by Mike Friedrich, art by Arvell Jones and Chic Stone, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Beware the Death Crusade!" - Marvel Team-Up #34, written by Gerry Conway, art by Sal Buscema and Vince Colletta, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Doorway Screaming Into Hell!" - Adventure Into Fear #28, written by Doug Moench, art by Frank Robbins and Vince Colletta, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Phantom of the Killer Skies" - Ghost Rider #12, written by Tony Isabella, art by Frank Robbins, Frank Giacoia, and Mike Esposito, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Art of Dying!" - Giant-Size Dracula #5, written by David A. Kraft, art by Virgilio Redondo and Dan Adkins, letters by Marcos Pelayo, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"School's Out!" - Man-Thing #18, written by Steve Gerber, art by Jim Mooney, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Journey Into Himself!" - Marvel Spotlight #22, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Bob McLeod, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Blood On My Hands!" - Tomb of Dracula #33, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by John Costanza, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Red Slash Across Midnight" - Werewolf by Night #30, written by Doug Moench, art by Don Perlin, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 written and performed by Robb Milne and sung by Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

In the first hour of their special Fourth of July show, Steve Rosenbloom and Mike Esposito opened it up to the listeners to ask them what their main issues are with the last-place Cubs and the MLB-worst White Sox.

In the second hour, Steve Rosenbloom and Mike Esposito were joined by Tribune columnist Paul Sullivan to discuss what's wrong with the Cubs and White Sox. After that, Rosenbloom and Esposito took issue with a ranking that listed the Bears' skill position players as "average." Later, they played back an epic comment from legendary broadcaster Joe Buck during a speech he gave earlier in the week.

In the final hour, Steve Rosenbloom and Mike Esposito were joined by Tribune writer Julia Poe to discuss the Bulls' direction with the NBA Draft behind them and as free agency continues. After that, Rosenbloom and Esposito discussed the NHL's controversial decision to reinstate former Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville and former general manager Stan Bowman for employment after they were banned from the league for three years for their poor handling of sexual assault allegations against a member of the organization in 2010. Later, Rosenbloom and Esposito welcomed in Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi for transition.

Marvel fans know Jeff Parker as the writer of Agents of Atlas, Thunderbolts, X-Men: First Class, and Hulks of various colors. He's also the co-creator of Meteor Men, Blighter, Underground and more. Check out his Negaduck series from Dynamite!For 30 minutes of bonus content — including our in-depth discussions of Captain America #183-185 — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $4/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 130 extended and exclusive episodes — with more being added every week! Stories Covered in this Episode: "Mind Cage!" - Captain America #186, written by Steve Englehart and John Warner, art by Frank Robbins and Mike Esposito, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Marv Wolfman, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Coming Of the Invaders!" - Giant-Size Invaders #1, written by Roy Thomas, art by Frank Robbins and Vince Colletta, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram and Threads at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

In the third hour of Hit and Run, host Mike Esposito talks with Sparky Fifer from 1250 The Fan in Milwaukee tells us why he refuses to say Craig Counsell's name and refers to him as only "The Traitor". 

In the first hour of Hit and Run, host Mike Esposito fills in for Matt Spiegel who has the day off - Mike reports the latest from Bob Nightengale's USA Today column on the White Sox shopping LHP Garrett Crochet. Later, NBC Sports Chicago's Ryan McGuffey joins the show to share the latest on the White Sox trade deadline plans and if Crochet is expected to be moved. 

In the final hour of Hit and Run, host Mike Esposito brings back Bruce Levine and David Haugh's interview with White Sox left-handed ace Garrett Crochet on Saturday as his name appears in more trade rumors this Sunday morning before his start vs Colorado. 

In the second hour of Hit and Run, host Mike Esposito is joined by the play-by-play voice of the Iowa Cubs Alex Cohen who shares insight to the new bullpen arms the Cubs added to the MLB roster and who Pete Crow-Armstrong projects as the Cubs leadoff hitter of the future. 

Episode 258.  James B and Eddie finish off the Lobo Gang War storyline and continue with Atlantis Attacks. Books covered in this episode: (01:35) From October of 1989 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 55 “Showdown” Written by Gerry Conway, Pencils by Alex Saviuk, Inks by Keith Williams (04:52) From November of 1989 Stan Lee presents SSM 155 “Crash Out!” Witten by Gerry Conway, Pencils by Sal Buscema, Inks by Mike Esposito   (08:00)  From November of 1989 Stan Lee presents Web of Spider-Man 56 “Skin-Deep” by Conway, Saviuk and Williams  (13:30) From November of 1989 Stan Lee presents SSM 156 “The Search for Robbie Robertson” by Conway, Buscema and Esposito (16:35) From September of 1989 Stan lee presents SSM Annual 9 “The Serpent in the Shadow” which is the 6th chapter of Atlantis Attacks written by Conway, Penciled by Dave Ross, and Inked by Andy Mushynsky and Mike Gustovich (22:56) This episode is Sponsored by The Friends of Eddie Club   Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by Skinhead Eddie and Eddie.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit  

Chip Zdarsky is writing about 40 different things these days and drawing several of them as well. They're all great, and you can find out all about them by going to his website and signing up for his must-read newsletter.Matt Fraction co-created Sex Criminals with Chip, which has just been released in a very reasonably priced single-volume collected edition. It might be the best comic ever made? You should check it out if you haven't already.This episode was made possible by a generous donation from listener Richard Burgess to our friend Jennifer's GoFundMe to help her in her battle against cancer. We have reached the initial goal, but cancer is an expensive drag, so donations are still gratefully accepted. If you are in a position to contribute, please consider doing so at bit.ly/keepjenreadingThis is one of our very few episodes that does not have an extended version in our Patreon-exclusive bonus feed. But listeners who support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth at the $4/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 130 extended and exclusive episodes — with more being added every week! Stories Sort Of Covered in this Episode: Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1-12, written by Jim Shooter; art by Mike Zeck, John Beatty, Bob Layton, Jack Abel, and Mike Esposito; letters by Joe Rosen; colors by Christie Scheele and Nelson Yomtov; edited by Tom DeFalco; ©1984-85 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram and Threads at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to discuss the club ending its 14-game losing streak with a win against the Red Sox on Friday evening. After that, Levine and Esposito held the Chin Music segment, in which they discussed White Sox manager Pedro Grifol's job security. Later, they discussed trade possibilities for the Cubs.

Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by celebrating the White Sox ending their 14-game losing streak before discussing the futures of ace Garrett Crochet and star center fielder Luis Robert Jr. with the organization. Later, Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies joined the show to discussed the Cubs' recent struggles.

Carl Sciacchitano is a Portland  writer and illustrator whose work can be seen in comics by Monkeybrain, Archie, and IDW, including The Army of Dr. Moreau with friend of the show David F. Walker. Carl's latest work is the extraordinarily moving The Heart That Fed, a graphic novel published by Simon and Schuster/Gallery 13 that recounts his father's experience in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive and the fall of Saigon. It's on sale June 4th at the best bookstores and comics shops, so add it to your stack next week!The complete version of this episode is available to Patrons who support us at the $4/month level at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth — join today to hear us cover all of these issues:"Among Us Walks... Black Goliath!"- Power Man #24, written by Tony Isabella, art by George Tuska and Dave Hunt, letters by Dave Hunt, Harry Blumfield, and Karen Pocock (Karen Mantlo), colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Too Cold a Night For Dying!"- Giant-Size Defenders #4, written by Steve Gerber, art by Don Heck and Vince Colletta, letters by David Hunt, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"... And a Hydra New Year!"- Daredevil #120, written by Tony Isabella, art by Bob Brown and Vince Colletta, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"O, Bitter Victory!"- Thor #234, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Fangs of Fire and Blood!"- Defenders #22, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Stan Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"And Now -- The Endgame Cometh!"- Fantastic Four #157, written by Roy Thomas, art by Rich Buckler and Joe Sinnott, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"... And the Wind Cries: Cyclone!"- Amazing Spider-Man #143, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Times That Bind!"- Avengers #134, written by Steve Englehart, art by Sal Buscema and Joe Staton, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Cap's Back!"- Captain America #184, written by Steve Englehart, art by Herb Trimpe, Frank Giacoia, and Mike Esposito, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by George Roussos, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Demon Fever!"- Doctor Strange #7, written by Steve Englehart, art by Gene Colan and John Romita, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"All the Fires In Hell...!"- Marvel Team-Up #32, written by Gerry Conway, art by Sal Buscema and Vince Colletta, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"A Meeting of Blood" - Giant-Size Werewolf #4, written by Doug Moench, art by Virgil Redondo, letters by Marcos Pelayo, colors by Don Warfield, ©1975 Marvel Comics // "When the Moon Dripped Blood!"- Giant-Size Werewolf #4, written by Doug Moench, art by Yong Montaño, letters by Marcos Pelayo, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Night of the Vampire-Stalker"- Adventure Into Fear #27, written by Doug Moench, art by Frank Robbins and "D. Fraser" (Leonard Starr), letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Desolation Run!"- Ghost Rider #11, written by Tony Isabella, art by Sal Buscema, John Tartaglione, and George Roussos, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Kid's Night Out!"- Giant-Size Man-Thing #4, written by Steve Gerber, art by Ed Hannigan, Ron Wilson, and Frank Springer, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1975 Marvel Comics // "Frog Death!"- Giant-Size Man-Thing #4, written by Steve Gerber, art by Frank Brunner, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Frank Brunner, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Decay Meets the Mad Viking!"- Man-Thing #16, written by Steve Gerber, art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Mourning At Dawn!"- Marvel Spotlight #21, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Joe Giella, letters by Karen Mantlo, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Ten Lords a Dying!"- Tomb of Dracula #31, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1975 Marvel Comics"The Darkness From Glitternight"- Werewolf by Night #28, written by Doug Moench, art by Don Perlin, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1975 Marvel Comics"Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 written and performed by Robb Milne and sung by Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Robert K. Elder is the president and CEO of Outrider Foundation, an award-winning author of 20+ books, including Hemingway In Comics. Find him online at robelder.com.For 20 minutes of bonus content — including our in-depth discussion of the debut of the Headmen in Defenders #21 and the repercussions of the original Clone Saga — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Subscribers at the $4/month level get instant access to our bonus feed of content that contains over 120 extended and exclusive episodes — with more being added every week! Stories Covered in this Episode: "The Man's Name Appears to Be... Mysterio!" - Amazing Spider-Man #141, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Dead Man's Bluff!" - Amazing Spider-Man #142, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Linda Lessmann, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Silent Night... Deadly Night!" - Marvel Two-In-One #8, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by George Roussos, ©1974 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram and Threads at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

The complete version of this episode is available to Patrons who support us at the $4/month level at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth — join today to hear us cover all of these issues:"Games Godlings Play!" - Giant-Size Defenders #3, written by Steve Gerber, Jim Starlin, and Len Wein, art by Jim Starlin, Dan Adkins, Don Netwon, and Jim Mooney, letters by Charlotte Jetter, colors by Glynis Wein, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Mind Tap!" - Daredevil #117, written by Chris Claremont and Steve Gerber, art by Bob Brown and Vince Colletta, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"A Spectre From the Past!" - Thor #231, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Dick Giordano, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Batroc and Other Assassins" - Marvel Premiere #20, written by Tony Isabella, art by Arvell Jones and Dan Green, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by John Drake, ©1974 Marvel Comics"... And One Will Fall!" - Amazing Spider-Man #140, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Fury at 50,000 Volts!" - Incredible Hulk #183, written by Len Wein, art by Herb Trimpe, letters by Glynis Wein, colors by Charlotte Jetter, ©1974 Marvel Comics"A Quiet Half-Hour In Saigon!" - Avengers #131, written by Steve Englehart, art by Sal Buscema and Joe Staton, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Phil Rachelson, ©1974 Marvel Comics"The Mark of Madness!" - Captain America #181, written by Steve Englehart, art by Sal Buscema and Vince Colletta, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Linda Lessmann, ©1974 Marvel Comics"The Man In the Mystery Mask!" - Fantastic Four #154, written by Stan Lee and Len Wein, art by Dick Ayers, Bob Brown, Paul Reinman, Frank Giacoia, and Mike Esposito, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Glynis Wein, ©1974 Marvel Comics"The God Killer" - Jungle Action #13, written by Don McGregor, art by Billy Graham and Craig Russell, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Tom Palmer, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Revenge of the River Gods!" - Ka-Zar #7, written by Gerry Conway, art by John Buscema and Bob McLeod, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Bill Mantlo, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Beware the Coming of... Infinitus!" or "How Can You Stop the Reincarnated Man?" - Marvel Team-Up #29, written by Gerry Conway, art by Jim Mooney and Vince Colletta,letters by John Costanza, colors by Janice Cohen, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Name That Doom!" - Marvel Two-In-One #7, written by Steve Gerber, art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Bill Mantlo, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Deathgame!" - Creatures on the Loose #33, written by David Kraft with Tony Isabella, art by George Perez and Klaus Janson, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Fury of the Night-Creature!" - Frankenstein #14, written by Doug Moench, art by Val Mayerik and Dan Green, letters by Artie Simek, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Castle Curse!" - Giant-Size Werewolf #3, written by Doug Moench, art by Don Perlin and Sal Trapani, letters by Jean Simek, colors by Linda Lessmann, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Red Sails at 40,000 Feet!" - Man-Thing #13, written by Steve Gerber, art by John Buscema and Tom Sutton, letters by John Costanza, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Madness In the Mind!" - Tomb of Dracula #28, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by Ray Holloway, colors by Petra Goldberg, ©1974 Marvel Comics"An Eclipse of Evil!" - Werewolf by Night #25, written by Doug Moench, art by Don Perlin, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Linda Lessmann, ©1974 Marvel Comics"Marvel by the Month" theme v. 3.0 written and performed by Robb Milne and sung by Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Instagram at @marvelbythemonth and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Episode 243.  James B and Eddie are joined by some of the #DrunkPete gang to cover a trio of books with fake serial killers, fake Hobgoblins and spiked punch bowls.  Plus, they discuss whether Fabian Nicieza made a larger impact on Spider-Man or this Deadpool character I have never heard of.. (03:11) From April of 1988 Stan Lee presents, Web of Spider-Man 37 “When Strikes the Slasher!” by James Owsley, pencils Stever Geiger, Inks by Keith Williams   (08:13) From May of 1988 Stan Lee presents, Web of Spider-Man 38 “Moving Up” Written by Fabian Nicieza, Penciled by Alex Saviuk, Inks by Keith Williams & Mike Esposito   (15:44 )From June of 1988 Stan Lee presents, Web of Spider-Man 39 “Petty Crimes” Written by Fabian Nicieza, Penciled by Alex Saviuk, Inks by Keith Williams   Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by Eddie and Spuds MacKenzie.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/    Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Siskoid and Shag's coverage of Marvel Team-Up continues with issue #145 (September 1984) by Tony Isabella, Greg LaRocque and Mike Esposito, starring Spider-Man and Rhodey's Iron Man! It's "Hometown Boy"! 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!

Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we're proud to present another Booksplode! This month, Josh Flanagan and Conor Kilpatrick take a look at… Classic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, Vol. 1 by Larry Hama, Herb Trimpe, Steven Grant, Don Perlin, Mike Vosburg, Bob McLeod, Jack Abel, Jon D'Agostino, Mike Esposito, Chic Stone, Glynis Wein, Bob Sharon, George Roussos, Stan Goldberg, Christi Scheele, Andy Yanchuns, Jim Novak, Diana Albers, Rick Parker, Janice Chiang, Joe Rosen, & Digital Chameleon. What's a Booksplode? It's a bi-monthly special edition show in which we take a look at a single graphic novel or collected edition, something we really just don't have time to do on the regular show. Running Time: 00:51:17 Music: “G.I. Joe (Theme Song)” Jonathan Kimmel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices